Need some help from the old timers, cleaning brass track and steel wheels.

After cleaning try some crc electrical contact cleaner. It leaves a protective film that is conductive and reduces the time between cleanings.

http://www.ecomade.com/product_info.php/products_id/30

Rail sides can always be painted, too.

On my bench it the section has not been ran for some time I use one as a pusher and 2 in drag.

Ken and thanks again