Athearn Blue Box FP45 from My Youth Gets Serviced and Upgraded

At long last, after taking care of the Lima FP45 and the Penn Line 2-8-0, I finally get around to giving the Athearn Blue Box FP45 from my early days in the hobby the attention it deserves.

[@jamesemerson3414]

Nice job, love the buildings.

[@masticshortline]

Thanks Jim, much appreciated!

[@vuurvrproductions4656]

I have this exact model but its in the ATSF paint scheme with new couplers, new motor, and LED lights. pretty good for 45$

[@masticshortline]

Glad to hear that. I hope you enjoy it.

[@terrymann9723]

where did you purchase the new motor? do you have a part number? Great video!

[@masticshortline]

Hi Terry, I bought a few gold motors from a Facebook group specializing in Athearn parts; a couple other motors were picked up at a local model railroad swap meet. Pre-owned gold motors can also be had for a reasonable price from eBay. Hope this helps!