An improvement for jerky running Atearn RTR locos

[Schraddel]

Hello!

In my rolling stock there is an Athearn RTR SW1500 switcher which tended to run jerky and was stalling often in the last time.
Researching the problem lead to inconsistent current pick up as cause.


Small pieces of 0.3mm bronce wire were soldered onto the metal strips in the trucks. 8 pieces in all forming direct wipers onto the wheels.


A look from underneath.
Needless to say all stalling and jerking disappeared instantly.

Lutz