072, wow. I figured it would run on at least 036 track. I didn't know they even had that wide of radius track in 1937. That's still my dream engine. I would have to change the rear coupler though.

Even though I don’t “collect” o gauge, I actually own the tender to the 700e

Great video thankyou

Would Love to have one of these !, Be will never be able to have one , I don't have that kind of money!

Don Hagar's presentation on the scale and semi-scale prewar Hudson is priceless. Are these two videos available on DVD?

I love my new LionChief Hudson. It cost $650 which compared to Hudsons of the 90’s is a bargain.

This has been a great video, I watched most of it on my TV for better detail. Thank you!

in ready to run catalog 2017 lionel rerelease those but lionchief plus hudsons and bluetooth in 2021 v2 and recatalog again but with lionchief plus 2.0 and in lionel just release 2023 v2 lionchief plus 2.0 berkshire again

Sir : you have the only doctorate of Lionel Hudson knowledge ! My hat is off to you for your grammar and diction as well !

Just found your channel, very cool. I love that 5344 Hudson.

thanks for teaching about Lionel trains I had to subscribe to your channel cos learning is very important. thanks

Hudson step downs were totally different for their time.

Great info…thanks!

This gentleman’s skill is evident also if you have ever worked with slotted screws, his steady hands are impressive.

As much as I’m impressed with the Hudson, I’m really impressed with the 5B test set. Since I have postwar O gauge, I also have prewar O gauge along with Standard gauge and do all my own maintenance and repairs. I just lust for a 5B test set but they probably are more rare than the Hudson.

This video is awesome ! You have to disassemble one of these masterpieces from Mr. Cohen to really appreciate the talent Mr.Hagar displays in this video.He has certainly done many of these . If you can do this like he did ....without dropping a screw, losing a spring, a washer,forgetting the ladders ,mixing up the screws, fumbling with the leading truck and its washers and springs and screws and lockwasher, without crushing a wire, well you get the point. Thank you for taking the time to show in detail ,with valuable tips , how to disassemble and reassemble one of these almost 90 year old icons...

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My uncle was a dealer service center. He had a couple of these if not more .. He sold 2 of them for 10,000 a piece. I'm glad I listened to this man he told me what to buy and when.

I had a ? 1952 Lionel Rock Island Lines train, since I lived in Moline, IL. Ran that set like crazy! Great Video!

Very informative and helpful.

Trains with three rails? Nah.

I do hope to own one of these someday. Atm im restoring a 226e which is another a great locomotive.

I have one the tender is falling apart. I’m looking for a tender.

Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge.

This guy knows more about these trains than I know about myself.

Love the video!! Great job. Wish I could send mine to you an have you go through it and repair it.

Brilliant ❤

Great presentation! It brought back many memories of the Hudson that my uncle bought for me in the early 1960's for $15! It was the only Lionel loco that could simultaneously pull all 22 boxcars that I owned. I could also make the train longer but with even a 4' diameter circle, if you didn't place the heaviest cars in the front of the train, the cars would tip over on the curve! I have to thank my uncle in many ways, as selling the loco in the early 70's allowed me to get into O Scale 2 rail, that lead to the purchase of a Niagara, which I have to this day. My present project is a custom made 4-12-2, with all flanged drivers! I am estimating at least a 7' radius curve for this monster!

Thank You I appreciate you sharing your knowledge on the Lionel Hudson.

I wonder if post war(after '45) Lionel parts would work on Pre war Lionel Hudson's?

If you want to run your Hudson you can increase the cow catcher gap above the center rail by modifying a replacement cow catcher without modifying the frame. Suggest not modifying an original cow catcher, keep it orgional at all costs.

Thank you so much for posting the full video. More easily accessible info about these locomotives is always welcome in my book.

This is an excellent video analysis of the production changes and traits to look at. Much appreciated.

I’d love to see your opinion on the various reissues Hudsons by Lionel and other 3 rail manufacturers.

How about putting electrical tape under the bottom of the cow catcher to avoid it shorting on the center rail? I’m guessing that could bother some purists. I’m lucky enough to have seen a grey Hudson with round tender in November 2022. It was amongst a fascinating varied collection which all by itself could be a museum.

Terrific video. You are right, it took me 20 years to acquire my first prewar scale Hudson. Fortunately, I was able to acquire another a few months later. Pure luck. Mine are ‘37 and ‘39. Honestly, I like the ‘37 and think it’s superior to the ‘39. Thanks for posting. Very informative.

Is zinc pest the same as intergranular corrosion ?

Those earlier ones are nicer. We have a Hudson, but the detail isn't as nice.

Fantastic details. Thanks for posting!

Wonderful video , looks like you have a nice shop set up .