Lionel’s 624 Diesel Switcher Tune-up

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  • Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
  • This is the first of many for the upcoming Repair Series I’ll be adding to my channel which will include proper cleaning techniques & the repairing/ rebuilding of Postwar Lionel Trains & Accessories.
    The 624 was a simple breakdown & deep cleaning. Not one thing was wrong w/ it other than the rear bulb was burnt out.
    One thing I forgot to add is that I only use dawn dish soap & warm/ hot water & a paintbrush & toothbrush to clean the cab off with. I’d never use anything but this method, & I’ve cleaned lots of my stock thus far without damage.
    If anyone ever has any questions, please feel free to ask & I’ll do my best to reply in a timely manner.
    Hope this may be of help to some of Y’all.
    Thanks so much for Watching...
    & Happy Railroading Everyone!

КОМЕНТАРІ • 22

  • @chiconian49
    @chiconian49 4 роки тому +6

    I would call that an overhaul. Nice work and filming.

  • @GfwTrains
    @GfwTrains 4 роки тому +4

    The 624 is one of my favorite engines. My very first train was a 624. This is a great video. Thank you for sharing.

  • @chanous1
    @chanous1 4 роки тому +2

    Again ,nice restoration . Yes i have two 623 and they run perfectly . Nothing beat the old lionel trains of the 40's and 50's an especialy thoses
    switchers with die cast frame , they are the best .

  • @henryszubielski8601
    @henryszubielski8601 Рік тому +1

    Nice job! Sounds wonderful.
    Enjoy!

  • @angeloavanti2538
    @angeloavanti2538 2 роки тому +1

    great job.

  • @NixCrossing
    @NixCrossing 3 роки тому

    Those are awesome switchers! I have a review on mine coming out at 4:00pm. I had to completely restore mine. Awesome Video!

  • @dennisb-trains23
    @dennisb-trains23 3 роки тому

    Nice C&O

  • @jjsgarage3634
    @jjsgarage3634 3 роки тому

    Nice job! I just love my Lionel trains, and the history. I wonder if there is a need for people like you to fix and service this units. This might be my new side job business when I’m not working on cars for a living.

  • @TexasRailfan2008
    @TexasRailfan2008 4 роки тому

    Nice GG1! I have one just like it.
    Had to spend a day on it only to find out that I can’t use it on my regular layout because the curves are too sharp.
    I’ll have to make a separate track just for it.

    • @chrisresor1893
      @chrisresor1893 Рік тому

      Bummer. I'm running 0-27 myself and have to watch what I buy. Love my 624. Love the buzz of those E Units! Music!

  • @Eugene2ndW
    @Eugene2ndW 8 місяців тому

    My similar switcher, I noticed the pickups sparking and noticed the roller were worn to the point where their frame is touching the track.
    Can the rollers be replaced?

  • @GH-wt7ww
    @GH-wt7ww 3 роки тому

    Great Video. Just went thru grandfathers boxes and discovered this loco. Put it on a track and it ran after being packed for almost 40 years. Could I ask how do you remove the shell? I see a broken black wire on the rear truck coupler that goes to a coil area like yours in the video and not sure what it is but would like to fix it.

  • @johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards
    @johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards 2 роки тому

    When are you going to post the GG-1 coupler repair, or have you done so already? Thanks!

  • @ratherbeflying101
    @ratherbeflying101 3 роки тому

    Ultrasonic jewelry cleaner works great

  • @camstrams2343
    @camstrams2343 2 роки тому

    Looks great! Will pennzoil work too?

  • @windowsdylan8807
    @windowsdylan8807 3 роки тому

    I've never seen anyone soak it in mineral spirits before. Will it damage it?

    • @robertnielsen2461
      @robertnielsen2461 3 роки тому

      Windows Dylan Nope dissolves old lubricants leaves gears etc,clean and ready for relive.

  • @tudrow6087
    @tudrow6087 3 роки тому

    I'm a new b to all this stuff. I have a question if any one cares to answer it. For cleaning like this could a sonic cleaner do
    for this?

    • @needfulthings69
      @needfulthings69 Рік тому

      Tip in alcohol use as many till clean buff w cloth

  • @leohorishny9561
    @leohorishny9561 2 роки тому

    I mean, it's a switcher unit, looks like the real thing, with the ba get up paint.🤷‍♂️