I've used Electrolube/Powerlube in the past without issue but you are very right, tiny amounts only. Never over apply that stuff. BTW, viscous means thick. Thin or watery are good descriptions of Powerlube. Cheers!
I never service any of my models, but I do clean the driving wheels with a cotton bud or two when I need to. It also helps to clean the track with a track rubber, again I do it when I need to. A tip from me if you need it.😂
I like the Peco electrolube and also use it on surfaces that need electric contact. I’ve never had any problems with it but you are right about using it sparingly just as you should any other oil. For gears I prefer to use a grease. Up to now I’ve used a Tamiya grease but can’t seem to find that any more so will be trying another.
Thanks kindly. No I never did one, those days were too long ago. However it's not too hard, the insulated wheel was removed and it's plastic bush ( these often fail now so check if replacements can be had) then a suitable metal rod was driven in, using the axle and rod the wheel was turned by a hand drill as dad got to work with various files until the profiles were correct. I did a modern version of this in my Wrenn video for my Lima MK1 coach wheels, check my last video near the end
Hi Mike, Interesting maintenance video. Didn't know about this Peco electrolube. I'm very sparingly with any oil on my model trains and have banned grease for it tends to get hard and collect dust. Would 'graphite' powder be a good substitution ? Cheers, Filip
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I've used Electrolube/Powerlube in the past without issue but you are very right, tiny amounts only. Never over apply that stuff.
BTW, viscous means thick. Thin or watery are good descriptions of Powerlube.
Cheers!
Good stuff done right, cheers Gerry
I never service any of my models, but I do clean the driving wheels with a cotton bud or two when I need to. It also helps to clean the track with a track rubber, again I do it when I need to. A tip from me if you need it.😂
All models require some form of maintenance. Basic cleaning is essential but lubrication done carefully adds years to models.
Some great results there Mike, I shall have to try out that electrolube. Take care, all the best to you
Many thanks
I like the Peco electrolube and also use it on surfaces that need electric contact. I’ve never had any problems with it but you are right about using it sparingly just as you should any other oil. For gears I prefer to use a grease. Up to now I’ve used a Tamiya grease but can’t seem to find that any more so will be trying another.
Hi Robin, I'm a total convert to Labelle lubes now, 102, 106 and 108 in use all the time apart from on these bearings
Interesting twist
Thanks glad you enjoyed
Another great tutorial and it runs great. Can you remind me if you did a tutorial on grinding the flanges down?
Thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks kindly. No I never did one, those days were too long ago. However it's not too hard, the insulated wheel was removed and it's plastic bush ( these often fail now so check if replacements can be had) then a suitable metal rod was driven in, using the axle and rod the wheel was turned by a hand drill as dad got to work with various files until the profiles were correct. I did a modern version of this in my Wrenn video for my Lima MK1 coach wheels, check my last video near the end
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Let me know how you get on if you decide to try it
Haven't seen your Hornby railways Maunsell L1 for a while
Lol she's around
Hi Mike, Interesting maintenance video. Didn't know about this Peco electrolube. I'm very sparingly with any oil on my model trains and have banned grease for it tends to get hard and collect dust. Would 'graphite' powder be a good substitution ? Cheers, Filip
Hi Filip, thanks for looking in. Not sure about graphite???
Nothing like seeing the back of your hand all video - useless!
Glad you enjoyed