The 242 is considered one if the most common locos of that type. Those are very likely made from the same mold. Lionel reconfigured some if the metal molds for use with plastics. But plastic molds could not be converted to mold metal. Yours runs well, I try to shy away from plastic motored locos as they are notorious for poor operation and difficult to repair.
Crappy plastic encased motors that are very difficult to repair I buy these on the cheap at train shows just to get the wheels,front and rear trucks.I use the motors armature's commutator to repair other postwar armartures that I have that need a good working commutator. I also prefer MPC motors for my my small MPC steam engines over these. MPC motors are better made than these.
Yes I agree these motors are difficult to service but they were made to reach a lower price point market. The fact that some are still functioning is amazing and I’m enjoying it while it lasts.
The 242 is considered one if the most common locos of that type. Those are very likely made from the same mold. Lionel reconfigured some if the metal molds for use with plastics. But plastic molds could not be converted to mold metal. Yours runs well, I try to shy away from plastic motored locos as they are notorious for poor operation and difficult to repair.
Great video and channel. And I love the railroad name as a fellow, re-located, NYer (South Bronx and Harlem)
Crappy plastic encased motors that are very difficult to repair I buy these on the cheap at train shows just to get the wheels,front and rear trucks.I use the motors armature's commutator to repair other postwar armartures that I have that need a good working commutator. I also prefer MPC motors for my my small MPC steam engines over these. MPC motors are better made than these.
Yes I agree these motors are difficult to service but they were made to reach a lower price point market. The fact that some are still functioning is amazing and I’m enjoying it while it lasts.