Thanks. I'm looking forward to working on this set. I'm expecting to replace some wiring, but hopefully I won't find any hidden issues when I open up the engine and render.
That is a nice set. I like the first post-war sets, which were basically carryovers from the pre-war days. The added detail, with the brake cylinder, is cool The 2457 caboose is nice, too bad that it isn't the brown version. I have its less detailed cousin, the 2472, which doesn't have the end windows on the cupola, nor the interior lighting. Mine has the dual couplers, but are magnetic, not the electro-magnetic ones. Either way, a nice great find. An excellent video, as always.
Thanks for the comments! I took like the early postwar trains. Lionel was really striving for realistic trains at the end of the prewar period and into the early postwar period. I find bringing a set like this back to life very rewarding.
Have a soft spot for the 224e and 225e locomotives in gunmetal or black either way they are extremely well built units! Hope you enjoy your new finds! ❤
I can't think of any engines I dislike from Lionel during the late prewar and early postwar period. I have a few gun metal gray engines to include a 1684, 1666, 238E, and 763E.
These have not been run for a long time. The engine runs but definitely needs servicing and a lube job. E-unit cycles, but occasionally sticks, so that needs to be cleaned and serviced as well. The tender only clicks when I tested that, so it needs a good cleaning and servicing. I'm starting to go through everything now. Fun project for sure.
Marx guy here, I have my Dad`s 224, and is the only loco. that I fear dismantling. Way too many screws and parts, even though I `ve rebuilt and reconditioned over some twenty plus locomotives. SHOEEE..., I think that`s the same set as my Dad`s. I was told it was bought new in 1946--47. Plunkerville N.H. isn`t that far from Portsmouth.
It is not too bad to work on. One Phillips head screw on top. One flat head screw on the side that locks the motor frame to the shell. And the two small Phillips head screws that hold the running gear to the side frame. No need to remove all the running gear from the shell. 1946 would be the last year for Lionel producing the 224 engine and most all of the cars. So it is quite possible he received it in 1946, or possibly as dealer left over stock in 1947. Let me know how it goes for you?
Very nice find. Can't wait to see it running. I have a prewar 224. For a small, relatively inexpensive engine, it's a great piece of machinery.
I can't wait to get this one ready for the rails myself. I am hoping to test it and start working on it tomorrow.
A great looking old set!
Thanks, hopefully it will clean up a little better.
Very nice
Thanks! I'm looking forward to cleaning and servicing this set.
Nice and clean set Al! Nice find👍
Thanks. I'm looking forward to working on this set. I'm expecting to replace some wiring, but hopefully I won't find any hidden issues when I open up the engine and render.
I’m sure there’s many subscribers like myself that can’t wait to see that set ride the rails again.👍
That is a nice set. I like the first post-war sets, which were basically carryovers from the pre-war days. The added detail, with the brake cylinder, is cool The 2457 caboose is nice, too bad that it isn't the brown version. I have its less detailed cousin, the 2472, which doesn't have the end windows on the cupola, nor the interior lighting. Mine has the dual couplers, but are magnetic, not the electro-magnetic ones. Either way, a nice great find. An excellent video, as always.
Thanks for the comments! I took like the early postwar trains. Lionel was really striving for realistic trains at the end of the prewar period and into the early postwar period. I find bringing a set like this back to life very rewarding.
Looks great!
That is why I bought it. It was a good deal, but will take a few hours cleaning up and re-wiring.
Have a soft spot for the 224e and 225e locomotives in gunmetal or black either way they are extremely well built units! Hope you enjoy your new finds! ❤
I can't think of any engines I dislike from Lionel during the late prewar and early postwar period. I have a few gun metal gray engines to include a 1684, 1666, 238E, and 763E.
Looks great Al! Polish the #760!
I'm hoping to start working on it this weekend, beginning with the engine.
Very nice! I like the caboose!
One of the first post-war sets, looks awesome. I have a couple pre-war 224Es, great runners and pullers. Sweet consist too!
These have not been run for a long time. The engine runs but definitely needs servicing and a lube job. E-unit cycles, but occasionally sticks, so that needs to be cleaned and serviced as well. The tender only clicks when I tested that, so it needs a good cleaning and servicing. I'm starting to go through everything now. Fun project for sure.
Marx guy here, I have my Dad`s 224, and is the only loco. that I fear dismantling. Way too many screws and parts, even though I `ve rebuilt and reconditioned over some twenty plus locomotives. SHOEEE..., I think that`s the same set as my Dad`s. I was told it was bought new in 1946--47. Plunkerville N.H. isn`t that far from Portsmouth.
It is not too bad to work on. One Phillips head screw on top. One flat head screw on the side that locks the motor frame to the shell. And the two small Phillips head screws that hold the running gear to the side frame. No need to remove all the running gear from the shell. 1946 would be the last year for Lionel producing the 224 engine and most all of the cars. So it is quite possible he received it in 1946, or possibly as dealer left over stock in 1947. Let me know how it goes for you?