Hello,

I am looking for tips on how to properly store away HO locomotives without their original packaging (Thomas Line) for a long period of time, probably 4 or more years. Obviously cleaning the wheels and lubricating any gears is a must, but any other tips such as the type of packaging recommended or containers and where to obtain packing materials? Thanks!

Hello All,

So my question is has anyone else had problems with their Bachmann Gordon short-circuiting, smoking then refusing to move indefinitely? Because this has happened to me twice with different units.

The first time it happened with the first Gordon I owned, minus the "refusing to move" part- No problem there, I simply contactedthe service department and they arranged for a replacement. The replacement worked just fine out the box. Then I converted it and all my Thomas engines to DCC. This was about 3 years ago...

Now a few days back, Gordon decided to move very sluggishly then started smoking, then after a few seconds he ran like his old self again. The next day I turn the power on, he refused to move. I had to use Henry, James, Percy and Toby to tow him to the scrap yards where he sits now (on his side).

My question to you Mr. Bach-Man and others, does this happen to ALL the Gordon models? Since I converted my last one to DCC, I most likely voided any and all warranty services and now have to blow money on a new Gordon once again- But I'd rather not if this is just going to happen again. Any help and suggestions? Thanks.

Excuse me if this has already been discussed, but any suggestions on how to improve James pulling strength by adding weights? I thought about using aquarium gravel in his cab, but i don't believe thats heavy enough...

Hi everyone,

Though technically not a "Thomas" product, the Harry Potter trainset is similar since it and the Thomas products are based off British railway equipment. I dug up the two coaches from my basement and want to put them back in service- but not with the plastic wheels.

How and where can I obtan metal wheels equivalent to the size of the plastic wheels that came with the coaches?