We’ve all been there—you place a loco on the track expecting smooth operation, and instead, it stutters, stalls, or doesn’t even light up. Sometimes it’s a quick fix, sometimes it’s a head-scratcher.
Let’s troubleshoot together!
What problem are you facing right now?
Have you checked wheel pickups, wiring, or decoder settings?
Tried a fix that actually worked (or didn’t)?
Oh, I feel this one! Just had a GP38 that wouldn’t move an inch—lights on but no sound or motor response. I pulled it apart and found a broken wire right at the motor tab. A little soldering and it was back in action.
One tip I’ve learned: always clean the wheels and the track, especially if it’s been sitting a while. Dirty wheels can mimic electrical issues and throw you off the scent.
Anyone else chasing gremlins lately? Decoder woes? Pickup issues?
