I have an 80s train set bought at a yard sale. It's a Bachmann set called that Flying Scott. It's a really nice looking set but the engine won't run and someone has taken it apart and broken one of the plastic arms attached to the drive wheels. Anyone know where I could get another engine for this set? Thanks.
Your best bet is ebay or train shows/flea markets/estate sales.
The Flying Scotsman is British prototype and it's a very old model. You need to find people who can help you with British models. The Flying Scot was popular when it was released - if I remember correctly it was released about the time that the real locomotive was touring North America.
I know little about Bachmann's British line but it is possible that the main and side rods from a newer model might fit.
I assume that Bachmann of England has a site similar to this. Good Luck with your quest.
i would try ebay. I bought the set second hand as well and it's in great condition. The Flying Scot (different from The Flying Scotsman) was a set made by Bachmann US back in the day. They also made an Orient Express set as well....which I still have yet to get my hand on. the Flying Scot is a Royal Scot class locomotive, maybe a secondhand Bachmann UK Royal Scot class loco from the same era the model was produced might be your best bet.
Thanks for the info. I have watched eBay and there have been a couple entire sets come up for sale anywhere from $85 to $100. I just need the engine. I may give the repairman a call and see what he says. Thanks again everyone.
From Tony Cook's website:
http://www.ho-scaletrains.net/bachmannhoscaletrainsets/id48.html
Enjoy.
Joe Satnik