i asked in general was told should ask in n scale.. i got an 4-6-0 dcc and sound which wheel rods are beyond repair. question is in i buy new 4-6-0 dcc equipped can i switch my tender so i have sound and dcc. in new engine.
Yes, but it will require some basic soldering skills to make the connections to the new tender.
On the other hand, the drive wheel assembly w side rods and cylinder assembly with valve gear are both available from the Bachmann: https://estore.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=70_578&zenid=uie2nqp845s17oj9jalij2c2n4 , and replacing the damage parts should be relatively easy.
Good luck!
Oops! The cylinder assbly only includes the main rods. The valve gear (L and R) are available as separate parts: https://estore.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=70_578&sort=20a&page=5&zenid=uie2nqp845s17oj9jalij2c2n4
Having removed drivers and running gear from my 4-6-0s during kitbashing, I don't think it would be hard to repair your loco (of course, I haven't seen it,so...)... and it would probably be cheaper than buying a new loco.
THANKS soldering i can do between eyesight and not small fingers working on wheels and rods very diffiacult. being i dont have much money in what i got. and the fact i didnt purchase new. and bachman repair according to chart starts at 60.00 i think picking up new and moving stuff easier and cheaper
I use to use a fine point soldering pencil and wear an Optivisor with lights on the side.
Rich
thank i have good magnifier and small tools i tried to repair rods on an older steam i have wasnt pretty hand just not steady enough. to delacate