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My 10 wheeler was fairly new and totally stock other than conversion to battery power.
I think more debri found its way on to the track and the loco was stalled. I have what I believe to be an older 10 wheeler that has more drive detail (perhaps it's an Annie??) that I was going to steal the motor out of. When I took it apart I find the gear arrangement is a little different and the worm gear on the motor is quite a bit larger. otherwise the motors look the same. Can the worm gears be pulled off? Wheres the best place to buy a replacement motor?
If I was to spend $350ish, would it make more sense to buy an LGB loco?...so many questions Thanks guys
Don

 

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Thanks
Some good advise. First thing I'll do is give Barry a call. If that doesn't work out I'll try to communicate with Bachmann....I already took the loco apart which may be a problem for their $20 repair/replacement policy. As to the LGB replacement thing, I don't know if there is a $350 LGB loco that will appeal to me but Whatever I spend, I'd like to think it is a good investment and $350 to improve an $85 Bachmann is questionable. I might have a wonderful drive system but the appearence of the loco would still be an inexpensive plastic looking loco. Don't get me wrong, I like my Bachmanns, but I believe to some extent, you get what you pay for.
Don

 

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Thanks for the good advice George. I decided to give the Bachmann people a chance as that seemed to be the cheapest route. I sent the engine along with another old 10 wheeler and In just got them both back. $60 for the both including shipping and they put all new gears, wheels, linkage, and motors. Definetly was the way to go. Thanks again!
don