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 Posted - June 12 2020 : 9:12:08 PM
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Not sure if I'm in the right place here, but I need to know how to properly oil an MU-2 and a power torque. I have no idea where to lubricate an MU-2 motor at all. I haven't found a good guide on it. I know where to lubricate thea gearing on a power torque, but I'm not sure where to oil the contact side of the motor. I have white lithium grease and a light 3 in 1 oil available. My old MU-2 motors are running like they need a lube and service, so any help would be greatly appreciated.
With thanks to those who provided the power torque image from the forum. Image referenced from:
http://www.tycoforums.com/tyco/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=10423
Aaron Anderson
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Posted - June 12 2020 : 9:45:41 PM
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There are 2 lubrication points on an MU-2 motor - in both of the "gear boxes" underneath each axle, on the motor truck, as seen below. If you put a few drops of oil in each opening onto the gears and allow the locomotive to run around for a little bit, that will do the trick.
As far as lubricating the contact side of the motor on a powertorque motor, I've never tried that, and will leave that question to be answered by another member.
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Posted - June 13 2020 : 08:25:35 AM
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quote:There are 2 lubrication points on an MU-2 motor - in both of the "gear boxes" underneath each axle, on the motor truck, as seen below. If you put a few drops of oil in each opening onto the gears and allow the locomotive to run around for a little bit, that will do the trick.
As far as lubricating the contact side of the motor on a powertorque motor, I've never tried that, and will leave that question to be answered by another member.
Originally posted by RP model railroads - June 12 2020 : 9:45:41 PM
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Thank you RP. Those gears on my MU-2 C430 look pretty dry, so that's good to know. I haven't really ever done a proper oiling on my locomotives yet. This will get me started.
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Posted - June 13 2020 : 9:28:58 PM
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If you are new to oiling your locomotives, please take my advice and AVOID using 3 in 1 oil. This was originally what I used on my locomotives, and every time I would lube one, the oil would simply run out and get all over the tracks, dirtying the track and minimizing traction. :(
I totally recommend buying official locomotive lubrication oil - Labelle is the best by far, but cheapo Liberty Oil off of Ebay will do too. I've used both and recommend them 100% over 3 in 1, for longevity and proper lubrication. 
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Posted - June 14 2020 : 6:37:15 PM
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| My tube of antique Lionel gear grease is about gone; I use inexpensive "Dritz Zoom Spout Oiler" sewing machine oil (large volume for cheap) from the local fabric store for motor and other bearings.
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