I have a 40's to 50's lionel train, and I finnaly got the conttroller working, the "direction/whistle" switch for it though doant work, I tried using jumper wires to run it in reverse but it just went forward. if they are supposed to go in reverse, how should the wiring work, and if some one has a 90 watt "Multi-function controller" and can show the piece of copper inside, that would be great!!!!!
Thanks!!
2006-12-17 14:46:57 · 7 answers · asked by o7buster 3 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
I figured out that the train was "fixed several years ago and to fix it, it meant that it could only go forward. so all I need to know is what the controller does to make the train go in differant directions. if it is a simple polarity change, or something more.
2006-12-19 07:10:37 · update #1
We need more information, like what is the number on the engine. This will help determine what type of reverser, or E-unit it has, if any. There is a two position lever on most Postwar Lionels that will engage, or not engage the reverser. Look on the Transformer and it will have documentation about the way to wire to the track.. Usuallu, you can use the U terminal, which is essentially ground, and the A terminal which is normally 5-16 volts variable. here is a Yahoo forum that you can ask more q's if necessary.
Since you have provided more information, I can tell you that if the train was modified to only go in one direction, then that's what it will do. Most Postwar Lionel trains run on AC, which stands for Alternating current. There is no way to change the direction of the current with AC. DC, like HO trains use, can be reversed by swapping polarities. The E-unit is what makes the Lionel train cycle through forward, neutral, reverse, neutral.
I'm fairly certain that the current Lionel corporation will not be able to help you, as they support only their modern trains. The Lionel Corporation that made the postwar trains was sold to General Mills somewhere around 1960. You need to contact a knowledgeable repair person, or TCA member that can assist you in getting your E-unit fixed.
2006-12-19 02:31:01 · answer #1 · answered by lionelbob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can tell you that yes they go in reverse as my old train set does, but I am sorry I can not tell you the other items you need. Hope you get it fixed. Did you try the Lionel website? They have a great customer service department and may be able to offer you the advice you need. Also try a local model train hobby club (go to a store that sells trains and they will be able to tell you how to contact the local club). Enthusiasts are always willing to help each other out with that kind of thing. Best wishes!
2006-12-17 14:59:01 · answer #2 · answered by still learning at 56 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should go backwards if it goes forwards and the controller comes with a backwards switch. There are Lionel railroad clubs on the internet and someone there will be able to tell you. Below is the official Lionel site and one club site, but you might want to search out a club and get some "professional" advice.
2006-12-17 15:22:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i suggest that you go to the lionel train web site and find out what you need from or call them they must have a 800 number.
2006-12-21 13:09:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send a letter to the compony and get a refound and a new train thats what i did with my nintendo Wi-Fi adapter i got a new one tht works for free =D
2016-05-23 03:28:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there,
I think you can find on the ebook they sell on this site http://www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=416 all the answers you are looking about your hobby. I used it to plan and build my first model railroad
Have a nice day
2014-08-07 18:16:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My guess wud be polarity change
2006-12-25 13:06:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋