Two mikados need a tune-up. Anyone have a source for motor brushes for these? Thanks- Mike
This may be a long shot, but Pittman is still in business. I found a few sources of Pittman motors through a Google search, and one of those dealers may be able to help you if you can find a model number on your motor.
Try Yardbird Trains. ( yardbirdtrains.com )
I purchased Mantua parts there when working on some Mantua locomotives a couple of years ago or so. If you do not see the brushes in their website, contact them anyhow. Tell them what you need, and they may be able to help.
Meanwhile, if the brushes are not too damaged you can gently flatten the carbon with a small file. Then re-install the brushes. That may be all you need.
You may ant to try Bowser as well,they used to carry Pittman motors and parts ( back to their kit steamer days ) so may be a soarce still as well.
Rob