Rapido Comet Cars need a lube

Model Railroader
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I bought some Rapido Comet passenger cars that are a few years old and do not roll very well at all. I know they need some help, but I have never dealt with this and am looking for some guidance on how best to get these to roll when. They are in like new shape. thanks in advance for you help. -Paul

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Check to see if the wheels are in gauge first

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If you are getting lubricant I recommend LaBelle, they have a large variety of greases and oils. For axle bearings I use 107.

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And maybe a Micro-Mark truck tuner wouldn’t hurt.

Regards, Chris

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The early Comet cars had inside bearings, similar to Amfleet cars. A truck tuner will be of no benefit; those only improve outside bearings for conical journal surfaces.

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Thnx, I wasn’t aware of that.

Regards, Chris

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thanks for all the responses