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Getting Started With Lionel Model Trains

If you’ve selected Lionel model trains as your manufacturer of choice your going to become involved in what is undeniably a family tradition that will provide you with hour upon hour of fun and entertainment.

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Question by Lode Vaduh: Why has my Lionel train stopped working?
I have a Postwar 685 ATSF Hudson steam model train (its not a really a steam engine, its just called that- it has an electric motor) which stopped working. Whenever I put it on the tracks and tried it out, sparks would come from the motor and there’d be a buzzing noise. The motor doesn’t rotate. The track is clean, and I cleaned the motor nicely with alcohol. What could be wrong?

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Lionel Add On Track Pack Curved

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Question by Anthony W: Questions About Lionel Trains?
Ok, i have 2 questions about Lionel Model Trains. Ok, i have a New York Flyer model, a O27 Gauge. It is really rusty and dirty. My first question is how can you clean it without hampering with the electrical stuff? My second question is can i combine it with other O27 Gauge trains? Thanks!

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Question by baddude: Has the Sopranos TV show increased sales of Lionel model trains?

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VIDEO: Amato’s chugging along after 70 years in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN — More than 150 members of the National Lionel Operating Train Society attended a private showing of a 3,000-square-foot train exhibit at the 70th Anniversary celebration of Amato’s Toy and Hobby Store Wednesday evening.
Read more on The Middletown Press

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Lionel Railroad Signs

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Question by tkp9999: Are Lionel model trains from the 1950’s worth very much as collectibles?

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Lionel Model Train Sets; A Guide For Set Up

Following are some tips and guidelines for the maintenance and cleaning of your model trains. Whether your trains are Lionel or another manufacturer, any set benefits from regular maintenance to keep it running smoothly.

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