How do you replace the truck on a ES44AC unit Southern 8099

[BMedley]

I have a Bachmann ES44AC Southern 8099.  I have a replacement truck but I cannot figure out how to get the old one out.  I have removed the shell but I have not figured out how to get the truck loose from the drive and off the frame.

Help is greatly appreciated.

[cact25]

A photo would help. It’s probably the same as Athearn.

Jim K

[BMedley]

Here are photos.  One shows the top view of the current truck still in the frame and the truck to be used to replace it.  The other shows a side view.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/Ap3Liy36Lk92Wk2E6
https://photos.app.goo.gl/PiHannsZxVj8awmGA

Let me know if these photos don't post.

[cact25]

It looks lik an Athearn part might work. Try finding Athearn truck removal instructions, maybe on YouTube.
Jim K

[Terry Toenges]

In looking at Bachmann's product reference page for yours, it looks like you would just pry off the cap like the guy did on the Athearn one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z4TIwqZ0Jw

[BMedley]

Thanks for all those that provided help.

I was able to get the truck replaced and the loco seems to be working good.