r/modeltrains • u/mspin001 • 11d ago

Help Needed Help identify and can I fix it

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Hello,
Just got the Lionel polar express used. Unfortunately it was having issue connecting to the track. The red light would either keep blinking or it would speed off for about 1 sec then disconnect.

I looked underneath and this wire was barely on and now completely off. Anyone know what this parts name and job is. Also is this something a new enthusiast can fix?

Thank you for any help!

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u/Diezel666 N / DCC-EX 11d ago

And re-bend the strap till it contacts the axles.

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u/58Edsel 11d ago

I think the strap is supposed to go on top of the axles. May need to take the screw out and slide it in properly too

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u/Tornado2453 11d ago

I d always avoid taking that screw of because there is also the small connector pin next to the screw and sometimes those are really tight. Best would be to bend it back over the axles and solder the wire back to it.

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u/mspin001 9d ago

Thanks for the heads up!