Why Isn't My Lionel Moving? One common reason is a dirty E Unit

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Жыл бұрын

The E Unit is a main component for most Postwar Lionels. It distributes through the locomotive all the power picked up from the track. If its not working properly, your loco will not move, change direction, or even puff smoke or light up (if a main connection is broken).
Here is a very basic "how to" for your Lionel's E Unit. Its not complicated, but you WILL need patience.
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@sawdust9929 Жыл бұрын

Been repairing E-units since 1971 . The secret to assenbling an E-unit is hold the paw out of the way from the assembly with a tooth pick. One at a time, install the 4 finger, then the steel pin, then the drum and last the 2 finger into position , from the bottom to the top - Snap together with pliers, then pull out the tooth pick .

@elroySF Жыл бұрын

Maybe you could post a video of this technique? I've tried until my eyes are crossed to get the damned thing back together. :)

@joesattler2773 Жыл бұрын

Very good video Warren- When I first attempted this it was probably around 1993 and patience is a definitely needed to this. Another good idea is to take plenty of pictures with your cell phone so that you can see how everything fits, including where wires are connected that may break off during disassembly / reassembly. However once you get it back together and it works you get a real sense of accomplishment from repairing this complicated looking device. At this point when I disassemble any train I take plenty of pictures. As usual a very good video. A++++

@danny117hd Жыл бұрын

FYI the eunit switches the lines going in an out of the comutator. Example fwd power goes in the left brush through the comutator and out the right brush and into the field coil. Rev power goes in the right brush through the commutator and out the left brush and into the field coil. Neutral is no connection.

@jimweikak457 4 күн бұрын

Okay Mr Bill Nye the science Guy!, you're really doing it the hard way!, you're making it 10 times harder than it has to be, use some CLR it'll clean it right up!, no Scotch pad needed no scrubbing needed Just an eyedropper, one drop on each finger, then turn the drummer on and rinse it off what's a couple drops of water, wipe it clean, and it will be clean, just like the date was made

@warrenmuzakpostwarguy4331 2 күн бұрын

Its not science. Just being thorough. Inspecting the E-unit for worn or damaged parts is never a wasted effort. If your way works for you go with it.

@elroySF Жыл бұрын

Great video Warren - but it turned out to be a little beyond me! :D I've completely borked my e-unit on my 2018 now. I can't get it reassembled and one of the wires has broken off. LOL. Bad eyes plus unsteady hands. Anyone want a 2018 for parts?

@warrenmuzakpostwarguy4331 Жыл бұрын

I guarantee that 2018 is still salvageable. A perfect Loco to learn this stuff on. Take a break, scream at a tree, then come back and give it another try. You got this Brian👍

@elroySF Жыл бұрын

@@warrenmuzakpostwarguy4331 I found this video (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g9N0apBhtLrdlYU.html) which gives a very thorough walkthrough - including that toothpick trick. As soon as I get a good light and magnifying glass setup, I'll give it another shot.

@leverettrailfan5414 Жыл бұрын

@@elroySF I always find the toughest part of the process is putting the darn thing back together. It definitely takes time, patience, and practice. But it's very satisfying once you succeed!

@williamsantangelo 6 ай бұрын

A confusing piece of equipment but with time and study, it can be thoroughly under stood, go figure! That use to be modern technology in the essence! Being over 60 years in, it's music to my ears! Sum are more quieter than others, strictly conventional