Nice work on that Black 5 Bill, love the videos you do, Thank You. On another note I bought a new Hornby Black 5 model in 2022 and in Jan 23 when I got it out for a run on layout it decided to jam up and bent the connecting rods on one side, I've manage to bend them back in place since, but never knew what caused it to happen. I've not used it since, but after watching your videos, I'm going to get it out and have a decent look at it after some maintenance and monitor it running closely and see what possibly could be the problem.

why I won't touch modern Hornby stuff. You take longer fixing the bits that fall off while you repair it , than the actual repair.

A Tricky One to Call indeed, and deffo One to bear in mind when traversing the Pre Owned market as we do. Nice One Doctor Bill 🙌🏻

I see that sneaky tunnel progress!

The wobbles show up in many brands and type of locomotives but, the solution is always the same. I have lessened the wobble by squaring the wheels, (a very difficult prospect), to their axels as best I can but never cured it without replacing the wheelset as you did. Great video, Jersey Bill

Now I know what drug addicts go through when they don't get their fix. Thanks for uploading! Nice work on the layout.

Nice job, yes more than likely the wear on the drive gear.....

Henry stands proud with gordon James and Edward friends were happy to see him. Thank you for fixing henry😊

Hi. I have this model. Following your lovely video it went from total non runner to semi working. Do you find these models need a remag at all? Mine makes the controller hot and from experience with other types they have run better after a remag. Would be greatful for your thoughts

Box very important very disrespectful throwing it away

Hi. Does your ammeter have a built in shunt or separate? Thanks.

Really helpful video tutorial - but without you having zoomed in much closer to show exactly what you’ve been doing it probably leaves people scratching their heads a bit.

very helpful . thanks

Hi OOBill. My first childhood trainset had this loco (1978). You have inspired me to get it running again, it has been used as a dummy double header since the bearings failed a few years ago. Bearings on order and motor cleaned ready for its new life. Even lightly detailed the body with dirty grills and overhead power transfers.