Dismantle a KOF

[bazzer42]

Mrs Broom kindly paid for a brand new LGB 2490 old style KOF for Xmas. This has come in a box with a toy train logo which is why I assume it has no light bulbs. How easy is it to get the cab off? I've removed the two screws underneath but it seems reluctant to leave the chassis...

If I can get to the motor is it possible to run bulbs from it or am I better going down a battery and LED route?

Any advice appreciated.

 

[ntpntpntp]

Google came up with an old thread on here about this ToyTrain loco.

http://www.gscalecentral.net/m53095-print

Folk said it's an economy version of a 22900, for which you can get a full exploded service diagram here

http://www.champex-linden.com/lgb_p...8F60BEEAB1B85256EE0006FDC86/$FILE/22900-1.pdf

Might help with figuring out how to dismantle?

 

[Madman]

Once you have removed the two screws from under the cab, it should come off by moving it back to the rear slightly. There is a ridge that runs along the back of the chassis. The cab has a continuous ridge that runs along the inside back wall at the bottom. This is what holds the cab in place along with the screws.

 

[Tim Brien]

There is also a little pushbutton catch at the front under the radiator. Mine got a little close to the Island of Sodor.

 

[Gizzy]

Not sure but I recall you have to remove the bonnet, before you remove the cab, as this helps hold the cab in place....

 

[funandtrains]

Yes you have to use the push button under the radiator to release the engine enclosure.

 

[bazzer42]

Thanks guys - I'm in there. I didn't twig the radiator trick, mine has a couple of tiny screws. Hey Presto! I think I'll try LED's as there is plenty of room in the bonnet for a battery (and some weight).
Thanks for the thread that was a good read. I'll go off and look at the diagram now and see what else I can discover about my new baby.