Me likem plenty good. I`m trying to squeeze a Marx 400 S/R motor into a Cast Brass Clad 1939 420 Flyer Shell.
@Marxmotorman8 күн бұрын
Hey Plunker. Those prewar AFs are really attractive with the brass all polished up. Good luck, and me want seeum when done.
@jlebaron110 күн бұрын
wow, beautiful!
@Marxmotorman9 күн бұрын
Thanks John.
@bernierodriguez66210 күн бұрын
Thats a great looking engine i lnew right
@bernierodriguez66210 күн бұрын
I knew right away it was a 666. I have both 666 and 1666, great looking engine so reliable . Right now im having trouble with my 1829 Santa Fe the linkage keeps getting stuck.i tried spacers no luck. Maybe do a video on this engine youre friend. Bernie from California
@Marxmotorman8 күн бұрын
Hey Bernie. There's two reasons why the linkage is getting stuck. It's either the linkage is either in the wrong position on the drive wheel, or the arc shaped pivot arm needs to be adjusted away from the drivers. Trust me and let me know how you make out. Oh yeah, and lose those spacers.
@davidlarson997510 күн бұрын
Love the 666! Bought one for a buck out of a junk box that ran great. and have been hooked on Marx ever since. Marx is the most underrated trains at the train shows. Cheap, plentiful, and easiest to repair. Fun to customize. Nice job on your 666!
@Marxmotorman9 күн бұрын
Thanks Dave. You're right about Marx Trains. You usually find them at train shows under the display tables in boxes. And that's where I do all by digging.🤩
@ronalddevine958710 күн бұрын
Super cool.
@Marxmotorman9 күн бұрын
Thank you Ronald.
@seventhcircleracing301210 күн бұрын
That looks really nice.
@Marxmotorman10 күн бұрын
@@seventhcircleracing3012 Thank you.
@markcorriher471810 күн бұрын
Has anyone experimented with regearing marx engine to slowdown ,more scale speed, 666 333
@Marxmotorman10 күн бұрын
Not to my knowledge, but I've experimented with different types of resistors to lower the voltage going into the motor with mixed success.
@johnlongssilverrailz587315 күн бұрын
Looks good, runs well - nice job
@Marxmotorman15 күн бұрын
Thank you Mr. Silverrailz. I'm doing a repaint on it now, and removed the plastic tube which actually improved the smoke output. A sequel will follow, so stay tuned.
@johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards16 күн бұрын
Cool custom Jr. Torpedo. 😎👍
@Marxmotorman15 күн бұрын
Thanks John K.
@MygrandpasTrain17 күн бұрын
Could you fit a piece of rubber tube instead of plastic like the old American Flyers?
@Marxmotorman16 күн бұрын
@@MygrandpasTrain The material wouldn't make any difference. But I did remove the tube, and it did make an improvement.
@bluesharpie590618 күн бұрын
Move the stack back. It’s too far forward on the boiler already and sounds like you already have a good plan to move it back!
@Marxmotorman17 күн бұрын
Thanks, Bluesharpie, but so far it looks like the nays have it. I might have a solution to the smoke problem without the surgery, so stay tuned.
@elvisslo18 күн бұрын
Good looking locomotive! Great conversion job. What a nice layout! Love the climb up to the long bridge span! Just great!
@Marxmotorman18 күн бұрын
Thanks, and glad you enjoyed it. I'm doing a repaint on it and will have a sequel ready in about a week. Stay tuned.
@jlebaron120 күн бұрын
It looks & runs great!
@Marxmotorman18 күн бұрын
Thanks John. I do plan on doing a repaint and getting the smoke to 'puff' a bit better.
@matthewwilson983220 күн бұрын
What is the green, silver and brown steam loco on the layout?
@Marxmotorman18 күн бұрын
Good observation. That is a standard Marx 666 that I painted in a Southern Crescent motif.
@matthewwilson983218 күн бұрын
@@Marxmotorman Sounds nice! We all out here would like to see more pictures of it.
@Marxmotorman18 күн бұрын
Ok then Matt. I'll try to showcase it within the next few weeks.
@ronalddevine958721 күн бұрын
Nice going! Very clever. I admire your track plan. Keeps a train going. 😊
@Marxmotorman20 күн бұрын
Thanks Ronald. That's just one of three lines on the layout.
@Porschedude821 күн бұрын
Great work! Don't change it. The brass is beautiful! It looks really nice as is.. 👏😊
@railbaron921 күн бұрын
I agree, the way it looks nowis great and runs great.
@Marxmotorman20 күн бұрын
Ok thanks. I'm keeping track (pardon the pun) of the comments.
@Marxmotorman18 күн бұрын
Ok, looks like the nays have it.
@Marxmotorman18 күн бұрын
And the nays have it. The stack stays in place.
@williamlee142921 күн бұрын
Using a steel pointed pointer really makes me nervous. How about a chop stick instead?
@Marxmotorman21 күн бұрын
Doesn't bother me a bit. It is better than using my fat fingers which blocks the view. Besides, I don't use chop sticks.
@Porschedude820 күн бұрын
@@Marxmotorman Those plastic toothpicks may serve as an option.. 🙏😊
@PatrickCrossfire.Ай бұрын
Hey I also have here at the house a 1666 Gray smoking Loco and Grey Santa Fe sound tender from 1955 in like new condition. Bought in 2017 on ebay with its cars for $71.00. Any idea what they might be worth now?
@MarxmotormanАй бұрын
According to My Greenberg's Price Guide, the loco is worth $60.00, and the Sound -of-Power tender is worth $80.00. The cars would vary depending on the type, etc. If you've got the side smoker, it's worth $85.00. o
@PatrickCrossfire.Ай бұрын
@@Marxmotorman Ok. Thank you. So they are not worth selling then. We got them in original box. We were surprised they were gray.
@MarxmotormanАй бұрын
@@PatrickCrossfire. You didn't mention the original box. In that case, depending on the condition of the box, you can double the amount they're worth! You've got quite a prize there, Patrick
@PatrickCrossfire.Ай бұрын
Hey my Marx layout is similar /smaller but also on astro turf type carpet. I have vintage Lionel as well but currently running only Marx. I seem to actually prefer Marx stuff. I not completely sure why.🎉
@MarxmotormanАй бұрын
I'll tell you why Patrick. Marx trains are cheaper, and MUCH less complicated than Lionel. The Lionels are more difficult to work on, and their part numbering system is a real nightmare. In general, Marx parts are more universal than Lionel.
@PatrickCrossfire.Ай бұрын
@@Marxmotorman Yes definitely. I have already repaired 3 Marx engines. My 1954 Lionel F-3 will not run I have tried everything. Nothing works. I put it in storage. Also the Marx E-7's are really good looking and smooth running. I'm on e-bay a lot and just picked up 2 more 1095's A+A in good condition. I have noticed the Marx Prices keep creeping up and Lionel prices going down since 2017. Looks like we are not the only ones who can see the value difference. Thanks for the response. Look forward to more videos. Chow.
@MarxmotormanАй бұрын
@@PatrickCrossfire. I've noticed the price trend myself. In my experience with Lionel motors, I've found that the complicated E unit is usually the culprit. The complete units themselves are fairly expensive, but rebuilding kits are available. And, as typical Lionel, they pose a real challenge to reassemble.
@PatrickCrossfire.Ай бұрын
@@Marxmotorman Yes. That is what went out on my 1954 F-3 which is dual motored. I tried to bypass the E-unit like I have done on 3 Marx engines but to my surprise they wont move. Nothing. Im baffled. So apparently the E-Units are integral to the motor function? Maybe. Im not sure. I tried several different wiring combos but not go. I gave up. I also gave up on buying anymore Lionel engines as I fear I wont be able to fix them. They are nicely made but seem overly complicated which is not good for me. Only Marx E-7's will continue to be collected at this point. Thank you for your response.
@MarxmotormanАй бұрын
@@PatrickCrossfire. No, there is a way to bypass the E unit, as I've had a few motors sans the E unit which I later installed. Unfortunately, those motors have been sold, and my ancient memory fails to recall which wires go where. I would go to OGR forum and ask one of the knowledgeable members how to go about it.
@tednouver99093 ай бұрын
Hello! Just wanted to say great job on the train, and I also have a question. I recently acquired a marx whistling wind-up, but the whistle doesnt work. Do you have any repair videos or tips that could help me to get it whistling again?
@tednouver99093 ай бұрын
Nevermind. I wasnt winding it hard enough lol
@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
Thank you, and yes, I do have a video out that shows how to repair the whistle. Just go to my channel and you'll find it. I don't know your mechanical skills, but it is a very difficult repair, even for myself.
@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
Ok, problem solved! I would use some good 10w oil around the bushings though.
@johnlongssilverrailz58733 ай бұрын
A really wonderful job.
@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
Thanks, Long John. I'll be building a set of passenger cars to go with it in the near future, which I'll be showcasing on this channel as well. So stay tuned.
@rennethjarrett45803 ай бұрын
I could be wrong, but your 666 MarX steamer, if it has a rubber tire on one drive wheel, then the motor and smoke assembly probably came out of a 1666. Also the 666 is older then the 1666. Speaking of the 1666 the tender has what MarX called the Sound O Power. It is an electronic transistor circuit, with the speaker pointed out the top where you see all of the little holes near the back up light. I have no direct 100% proof since MarX did not catalog their products like Lionel but the 1666 steamer with Santa Fe tender (SOP) was in some of the the Big Rail work train sets that were out around 1970's. Lionel, the MPC Lionel, made their first electronic Mighty Sound Of Steam around 1972. The circuits are pretty similar... I have fixed both. However the neat thing about the MarX version it was more universal and kid friendly. Since it did not require a wire to the engine for the wheel timing, and could be hooked to any engine and work just fine. That center roller is the timing/contact roller/switch. You will see a resistor on the one part of it and it has two grooves on each side, loud-soft set up for the electronics inside.
@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
Greenberg's Guide states both the 666 and 1666 were available with the steam chest smoke option. However, the Big Rail work train usually came sans the E unit. I'm quite familiar with the "Sound f Power" tenders, with the one in this video being inoperative when I received it. It was usually paired with the gray stripped variation of the 1666, as that was the same color as the tender. Marx came out with it around 1969/70, which beat Lionel's version by over a year.
@rennethjarrett45803 ай бұрын
@@Marxmotorman Thanks for the reply. The side smokers use a plunder method and one some I have the plunger gets stuck. Just be aware of that and oil the plunger area when you can. The point about the rubber drive was that as far as I know MarX never used it with the cast iron engine only on the plastic ones. I have at least one of the gray 1666 ones in my collection as well.
@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
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@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
@@rennethjarrett4580 It makes sense that the 1666 would have the rubber tire since it's much lighter than the 666. And regarding the plastic piston on the side smoker, light grease works better than oil, as it lubricates longer, and helps seal the gap between the piston and the cylinder resulting in less leakage of smoke bypassing the piston. Not to mention less messy.
@rennethjarrett45803 ай бұрын
Nice interesting job on the lift bridge and related building.
@Marxmotorman3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it.
@mylennyuym4 ай бұрын
Good job, hope you show us the finished product.
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thank you, and you'll find the finished product by watching my Norfolk and Western custom build video on this channel.
@mylennyuym4 ай бұрын
@@Marxmotorman thanx, great build!!
4 ай бұрын
Really like your track plan. It's very close to what I'm planning to build next. Well done
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@trainman56034 ай бұрын
I have seen that set (William Crooks) and wish I would bought one! bone! Never saw the copper set or the Penn Central set. They are beautiful and run beautifully!
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thanks. The William Crooks locomotive is hard to find unbroken. And the 'copper Queen" set was made in 1938-39 only.
@paulbervid16104 ай бұрын
Very nice
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thanks Paul.
@elvisslo4 ай бұрын
A superior job on the locomotives and passenger cars! The attention to detail is really great. I really like your clean and organized layout. Thank you for sharing!
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
And thank you for watching and the great accolades. Much appreciated.
@plunkervillerr15294 ай бұрын
Marx guy here, beautiful refacing job and an eye catcher.
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thank you Plunker
@plunkervillerr15294 ай бұрын
Marx guy here, That`s a Spicy Meat Ball.
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Itsa whasa turn arounda!
@waynesmith30444 ай бұрын
Beautiful PC cars and a great layout!
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Wayne.
@JohnETrains4 ай бұрын
Nice work! Like the color scheme you chose!
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thanks John. I Took a piece from an original Penn Central locomotive and computer matched the color to make sure I had the correct shade.
@johnlongssilverrailz58734 ай бұрын
Wow! Outstanding job. Wonderful save of old stuff.
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thanks. I love taking the junk stuff, and restoring it so someone else can enjoy it all over again.
@jlebaron14 ай бұрын
cars turned out great! Love the vista dome especially!
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thanks John. I consider that a real compliment considering your work.
@bernierodriguez6624 ай бұрын
Penn Central is one of my favorites, Bob I had asked if you had any pieces with this railroad. Wow you do. Besides Santa Fe and B&M Penn is right up there. Great Video I need a pair of A units like those 👍👍👍👍
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Always good to hear from you Bernie. If you need some tips on building one, let me know. The originals are super pricey.
@bernierodriguez6624 ай бұрын
Thank you I'm going to a train show next week ttos Anaheim, there's vendors there that sell lots of marx things. Can hardly wait
@SmallGardenRailroad4 ай бұрын
Smooth working bridge. The signal lights and interior are very nice and I like you can still see the crank mechanism working.
@Marxmotorman4 ай бұрын
Thank you. The purpose when designing the control tower was to make sure the mechanism was in view.
@seventhcircleracing30125 ай бұрын
That crane is nice
@Marxmotorman5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much.
@mdeange35 ай бұрын
Your trains and layout are fantastic. I like the graduated trestles elevating the track, which, in combination with the easy in-and-out curves and turnouts, makes the track plan visually stimulating. I am unfamiliar with the Marx track. Are some of the curves half-track curves? The vintage buildings and accessories are complementary. Is the green color base material indoor and outdoor carpet? What are the dimensions of the layout? And what are the dimensions of the radius curves?
@Marxmotorman5 ай бұрын
Wow, so many questions - - - but more than happy to answer them. First off, Marx track is basically the same as Lionel 027 gauge and can be interchanged with each other. I have both on this layout. However, the half-track curves I made myself. Both the green and gray sections are indoor/outdoor carpeting. The lower section is 13' x 6', and the upper section is '7' x 4', for a total of 106 square feet. The whole layout was made from discarded closet doors left from a remodel. I made this video well over two years ago and have made significant changes since then. Most of the curves on the video are 27" radius with a few 34" radius being used. Now however, I've expanded most curves with the 34" radius sections, as some of my larger locomotives had problems negotiating the tighter curves. And I'll be happy to answer any more. .
@Wiencourager5 ай бұрын
Lionel did have a mechanical chugging unit in the early 70s. I had the Southern train set with that as a kid. It was a drum in the tender that rotated on the center rail.
@Marxmotorman5 ай бұрын
Early 70's huh? That's the same system Marx used. It would seem Lionel stole yet another idea from the world's largest toy maker.
@grabaheini5 ай бұрын
This is awesome! I don't suppose you'd mind posting a parts list? I'd love to replicate this. Cheers!
@Marxmotorman5 ай бұрын
Glad you like it. I can't recall exactly what was used as I built it over a year and a half ago. Sorry.
@rogerrendzak80556 ай бұрын
When I was a little boy, I had a Marx figure '8' layout, with a station, benches, billboards, telephone polls, car, etc. Along with a Marx 2-4-2 steam loco & tender, and several rolling stock. My caboose is identical, to yours, on the last train. The same green color, with the black and white. The layout is long gone, but I still have, the train itself. That derailment at the end, was your fault. You forgot, to change the switch☺️.
@Marxmotorman6 ай бұрын
I blame the guy in the switch tower. 😏
@williamsantangelo6 ай бұрын
Excellent Finnish thank you
@Marxmotorman6 ай бұрын
Yes it is. Thanks.
@arthurk996 ай бұрын
Excellent video and results. Could you please tell us about your decal making process (or where you get them)? Thanks so much!!
@Marxmotorman6 ай бұрын
Thank you. I'm not making decals - - - yet. The ones in the video I got from eBay.
@craigjones21626 ай бұрын
Love the Plasticville buildings 😊
@Marxmotorman6 ай бұрын
These were the same ones I had on my original layout as a kid.
@jimcarey95236 ай бұрын
Nicely done. Love the Penn Central “E” units.
@Marxmotorman6 ай бұрын
Thanks. I've got some E7 shells and leftover paint. Maybe I'll build another one.
@mypugsdad53667 ай бұрын
Great work Luie Marx would be proud - great work.
@Marxmotorman6 ай бұрын
Thanks, but I don't think Mr. M would appreciate the Lionel motor I used.
@buck746p7 ай бұрын
Well done! Can't wait to see the tower & installation on the layout.
@Marxmotorman7 ай бұрын
It might take a while. All good things take time, but please stay tuned.
@plunkervillerr15297 ай бұрын
Marx guy here, flawless restoration, you do great work.
@Marxmotorman7 ай бұрын
Thank you. sometimes being a perfectionist pays off.
@bernierodriguez6627 ай бұрын
This is really cool. Love the decals and all. Does the bridge raise even higher? Great job my bridge is hand driven,
@Marxmotorman7 ай бұрын
Yes, it does go higher. But I didn't want to bore the viewers watching the 'painfully slow' bridge to operate full circle.