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In addition to scraping the build-up of dirt from the postwar (1945 to 1970, approx.) freight car wheels, I use a pencil eraser or dremel tool with a smooth brush to remove really stubborn dirt.
Also, the postwar axles may need more than one drop (sometimes up to six drops) of oil to spin freely, especially if it has been more than ten years since last used.
Can anyone recommend a specific type of oil to use to lubricate the car wheels? And this is really better than a dab of WD40 to loosen up post-war wheels?
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Matt
Good information. How can one clean up the stuff leftover after you spray the wheels, gears, etc. Pretty messy on mine. Ed