Post by neverland on Oct 17, 2017 17:53:43 GMT -5
As my Z Marklin engine zips around my layout hauling AZL & Micro rolling stock, I marvel at the quality of our Z scale manufacturers' products. I'm especially grateful after spending 40 minutes on hold & 15 with tech support of a leading HO manufacturer.
My new 4-6-4 HO steam engine has failed to successfully complete a single revolution of my train club's 20' x 60' layout. While considerably less expensive engines run without mishap, my $400+ engine is nothing but an expensive paperweight at the moment.
After numerous derailments & an extended phone call, Ive learned two 15 cent springs on the front & rear trucks are the culprits.
This beautiful engine, with literally all the bells, whistles & bows a Z scaler can only dream about, sits in its box, useless, until I find time to drive 45 miles to the nearest approved service center. The company never offered to send me new springs. Phooey! I'll stick with Z!
My new 4-6-4 HO steam engine has failed to successfully complete a single revolution of my train club's 20' x 60' layout. While considerably less expensive engines run without mishap, my $400+ engine is nothing but an expensive paperweight at the moment.
After numerous derailments & an extended phone call, Ive learned two 15 cent springs on the front & rear trucks are the culprits.
This beautiful engine, with literally all the bells, whistles & bows a Z scaler can only dream about, sits in its box, useless, until I find time to drive 45 miles to the nearest approved service center. The company never offered to send me new springs. Phooey! I'll stick with Z!
