Hello!
My first sound engine is pretty nice but I wonder how to get more creep ability out of it beause the start up speed on step 1 is a bit to fast and I'm convinced it could be slower.
So I was checking up diverse CVs but there was no change to it. What me also wonders CV2 is set to 0 and the engine is still running then.
After reading the Soundtraxx manual about this certain matter I was playing with the CV10, 209 and 210 but no cure. Is it useful to play with CV213/114? I'm using the 3 point speed table via CV29 and therefore is no effect on switching down the CV66/95. Cutting down CV5 slows the engine a little bit but I feel there's more to tickle out of it.
So hopefully depending on your experience with this matter I'm asking honestly for some advice!

Best regards
Mathi

Hi!

If you disassemble your Bachmann or spectrum engine with the newer can motor for maintenance or so keep an eye on the black plastic plates which hold the motor. These plates have two or three studs in which the holes in the motor fit to hold it in place.
These studs can break of the plate easily if you use to much force to fit it all into the two frame halves.
They will break of and fall into the motor. This can cause the motor to block and damage.
Affected to this are all new can motors used in engines by Bachmann US and even FarishBachmann UK.
These studs are not very stable and can be mistreated actually when assembled in the factory the first time.
I just wanted to let you know that, so be careful!

Regards
Mathi

Hello friends,

I have no idea how to get the shell off. The diagram shows the wellknown four nubs on the frame but I've no clou how and where to pull or to pry without harming the body.
I used the forum search but sadly found no help.
So can someone help me back on track, please!

Best regards
Mathi

Hi there!

I have an old version (not DCC ready) of the Spectrum Dash 8-40CW which runs reasonably quiet and decent so I decided to put a decoder in it. Then I was looking for a good installation model and the only example I could find was the one Ron Beardon shows in TCS website.
Unfortunately is it just sketchy and therefore I'm in search of something that's giving me deeper insight.
Hopefully can somebody provide me with some closeup pictures how to do the wiring that will be appreciated very much.

Thanks in advance

Mathi

Hi there!

I would like to say a "Big Thank You" to Jennifer at Bachmanns parts service / customer care!!!

It was not the first time that I was in need of spare parts and she was my hero!

Whilst in the US I always purchased some engines over the last years and when back in Germany and they came into service I experienced some issues (Well, most of my Bachmanns and Spectrums are fine) with very few of them. I've got always uncomplicated help. My latest bunch of lokies was bought with a big seller in Brooklyn and then shipped to me in Germany.
First time on track a2-8-0 Con. had a clicking noise and the reason was a dented tooth in the drive wheel gear.
The other issue was the motor of a 4-8-2 Heavy which gave up his gost after a short time of running.
Jennifer sent me the spares (no costs due to warranty) to Germany for free in speed of light, I dropped them in and now those engines work like swiss watches.
Such associates like Jennifer makes it a real fun to buy Bachmann stuff and any other company should lick their fingers for good and responsible staff!!!

Best regards
Mathi

Hi there,

can you give me a clue how to open the HM for maintainance? I've got no idea how I can remove the boiler and before I break something.....................!!!

Regards
Mathi

Hello!
I would like to spread about the great customer service Bachmann provides:

I May I purchased a couple of GP7's and some B23 from a huge ebay seller in the US. I let them ship the locos to friends in Calif. and they brought them along to me in Germany whilst they are on holidays here.
One of the Geeps died on the track after a short period of running, the motor gave up his ghost.
I described the problem to the lady at Bachmanns service dept. by email and I she confirmed me that she will send out a replacement motor for free. That was on July 5. and the new motor came just in today.
I appreciate this and would say this is outstanding customer service!

Regards
Mathi

Hi there!

Some of my new GP7 made an eytraordinarily buzz more than the others and above the regular decoder hum.
At a closer inspection I found the reason and cured it easily.
The motor has some slack in its fittings to the frame halves and starts vibrating that is transferred to the shell and makes this model louder than it used to be.
A tiny drop of glue to the black plastic motor fittings stops the motors motion and just the usual humming is left.
Just wanted to tell and probably somebody can utilize this!

Regards
Mathi

Hi!
I want put a decoder into a H16-44 and have just one without the blue wire, light +.
So how can I get light power to the soldering pc boards no. 7 for the blue wire? Can I connect this point with one of the pickup wires, red or black?

Regards
Mathi

Hello!
When I opened the locos box there was a small plasticbag with two tiny brass clips and I wonder what they are good for. I have no clue, can anyone get me "back on track", please?
The loco is a dream in look and performance, btw!

Best regards

Mathi

Hi!
Those locos usually have the traction wheels on the very last axle in the rear truck. I don't know why but that causes the wobbling of some of my older Bachmann diesels.
I cured this issue by exchanging the two rear wheelsets and, like magic, the wobble is over and the locos run with no wiggle and wobble.
The new situated traction tired wheels are doing their job as well, no change in pulling  power.
This improvement is easily done and I am asking why Bachm. is placing the wheels this way, or does no qc check that before?
Hope this little tip will help some of you fellas out there....

Regards
Mathi

Hi!
I have an older 4-8-4 Northern Overland with Vandy tender and would like to get some more information about this loco. It seems to be from the third run with "white box" according to spookshow. The item number on the box is 53551 but I can't find any infos for this certain steamer, not even here on this hp.
The loco is a very well runner, not loud and pulls everthing I hook. In order to extend the power pickup to the tender and put a little weight in it (ok, not really necessary) I am looking for a way to open the tender. There is no screw or clip to find and the whole thing seems to be glued.
Where's the clue?

Regards
seadowns