J72 chassis conversion for DCC
One
of the sick J72’s has been stripped and degreased in my ultrasonic bath.
I
propose to remove around 2mm of material between the marks on the frames (lower
picture) the other side will be milled to the same profile and a 5mm hole drilled
where the motor brushes contact the frame. This will allow the chip to sit in
the boiler and the holes will allow the motor wires to exit the frames without
making contact. Unfortunately the weather has taken a turn so I will not be
degreasing the mill this week! As a foot note I have found another source of Replacement gear and
muffs for split-frame Bachmann J72 see
this link http://shpws.me/FD3X
Looking good Alan...I've done five split chassis converts but try to keep clear now....Thats a good link to know for axles and gear axles...
ReplyDeleteYes it is but the J72 is only available like this RTR
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