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| shoey51:
I thought I had fixed all the problems with my 7.25 gauge loco but a couple of weeks back while on a run it felt as tho i was driving with the breaks on. After I got home I turned the tender over to check things out and found that the axle boxes wer badly worn will have to think about how I am going to repair these :scratch: after talking with some knowledgeable friends I have now mounted the axle between a couple of centres and using a lathedog to turn the axle Im about to embark on some repairs. this photo shows how worn the tread is so thats another job too any suggestions gratefully received as Im still learning here cheers Graham |
| sbwhart:
Graham You could skim down the axles make new axle boxes and fit roller bearings. As for the wheels you can skim off the wear and fit steel tiers:- making them a tight fit and squeeze them on with high strength loctite. Stew |
| shoey51:
thanks Stew |
| shoey51:
I found a place that had castings and managed to get the casting for the axle box :headbang: I took it to work and cut it into quarters. tried to square them off in the mill but i think i need something better than a large slot dill to do the job :doh: |
| Stilldrillin:
By `ek Graham! That`s some wear! :bugeye: What sort of load does it usually carry? :scratch: Looks as though your on the right track for efficient, lasting repairs. :thumbup: David D |
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