 Joined: 11/08/2016(UTC) Posts: 4 Location: Missouri, Saint Louis
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I recently purchased a 3181 (Burlington F7 US prototype) powered locomotive from eBay Germany. Unit was pre-owned and runs well; however, when going in reverse, it makes a subtle "clicking" sound. Last night when I took the shell off and ran my fingers over the drive wheels to inspect the drive gears, sure enough, it looks like one or maybe two tiny gear teeth of a white plastic sprocket have chipped away. This is not the one visible on the bottom of the unit - it's a bit more internal and higher up in position. I'm guessing replacing this would require a skilled technician to perform this procedure.. Will this issue lead to future problems, or can I just run it like this forever? Also, if any of you know of someone who repairs Marklin trains in the St. Louis, Missouri, area, I would sincerely appreciate the referral. Thank you! -Scott Nauert, St. Louis, MO
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 Joined: 14/01/2006(UTC) Posts: 1,802 Location: Wurttemberg
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Hi Scott, Welcome to the forum. You can run it until it does not work at all any more. I don't see the risk of further damages of other parts. If you are not familiar with changing gears, changing the whole truck can be an alternative. Here is an offer which does not seem to be to expensive in my view: http://r.ebay.com/rMOrHQ Regards Markus
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 1 user liked this useful post by Markus Schild
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Joined: 11/12/2012(UTC) Posts: 2 Location: St Louis MO
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Hi Scott !
I'm in St Louis (MO) and would be happy to help you fix your Marklin 3181 Burlington Northern Loco.
Cell 314-750-8703
Rgds...
Mike Weidhaas
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Joined: 11/08/2016(UTC) Posts: 4 Location: Missouri, Saint Louis
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Thank you kindly sir! Will be in touch with you as soon as I can (work is owning me right now)! -Scott
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Joined: 09/09/2010(UTC) Posts: 63
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Scott, you could buy another F7 and use the motor from it. If you insist on originality then that may not work. But if you are an operator that may be a good option.
Steve
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