PW 3444 hobo car question

Classic Toy Trains Forum
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I picked up the above car this past weekend. The vibrating motor is working but the figures are not moving. I opened it up, all parts are in place but the two spools don’t turn. I could move by hand just a little. Any ideas on how to get this working again? Thanks in advance

Bruce

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Hi Bruce,

Please contact me at Classic Toy Trains for help with your problem

Thanks,

Roger Carp

Senior editor

262-796-8776 ext. 253

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Welcome to the forum. I know nothing about postwar trains. I’m hoping one of the experts here can help you. Usually the question dies after Roger asks you to contact him. If you do please let us know how it goes.

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Here is a link to material you may find helpful. It is made available through the courtesy of Olsen’s Toy Trains.

http://pictures.olsenstoy.com/searchcd31.htm?itm=516

swede

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You apparently got an answer from another forum, as to things to check.

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Got into it tonite and lubed it a bit. I moved a little but mostly just sits there. Should I try lubing again or is there something else I should look at or try. The spring and wire seem to be ok

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I got into it tonite, took the belt off and the power spool will turn, put belt back on and it won’t move. Any ideas on this anyone?

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Hi NYVTRR,

Please contact me for help with your Lionel no. 3444 animated gondola.

Take care,

Roger Carp
Senior editor
Classic Toy Trains
262-796-8776 ext. 253