07-30-2022, 06:03 PM
I have an Athearn RTR DC GP40-2 loco that is stalling. I have had the loco for about 2 years and only had it out of the box to test it. About 2 months ago I got it out and an it with no problems. I have run it occasionally since then. For about the last two weeks I have not run the loco and when I did so tonight it started stalling.
At first I suspected track issues. Track was cleaned and still having problems. Second GP40-2 runs fine.
Inspected loco and found bottom of gear boxes wet with lubricate. Cleaned this up. Cleaned wheels. Still having issues.
Removed shell. Found "wet" lubricate in many places. I could see the gears they appear to be very wet.
I need suggestions as to what to do next.
At first I suspected track issues. Track was cleaned and still having problems. Second GP40-2 runs fine.
Inspected loco and found bottom of gear boxes wet with lubricate. Cleaned this up. Cleaned wheels. Still having issues.
Removed shell. Found "wet" lubricate in many places. I could see the gears they appear to be very wet.
I need suggestions as to what to do next.
Tom
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