Problems with HO Scale BLI Class A #1218

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Hello,

I'm a new member to this list. I have a question for any HO scale modelers
out there. While I primarily model in N-Scale, I caved in to temptation
about 3 years ago when Broadway Limited Imports released their model of the
N&W class A 2-6-6-4, of course I bought the #1218 since I've encountered it
numerous times in person when it was still running (can't believe it's been
15 years since the prototype last ran!). Anyway, I don't get to run it very
often as I don't have room for an HO scale layout (which is why I model
mostly in N). However, I occasionally get the chance to operate it on a loop
of Bachmann E-Z track that I own as well as occasionally being able to run
it on a friend's HO Scale layout (which is not DCC). The last time I
operated it, I noticed it ran very intermittently and would stop and start
very frequently, furthermore, the headlight bulb has burned out. My
questions are: Has anyone else had any similar problems with their
locomotive and what have you done to be able to fix it? Furthermore, are
replacement parts such as the headlight bulb available from Broadway
Limited/Precision Craft Models? I appreciate any help.

Also, I was curious if anyone has either the BLI J or the PCM Y6B and am
curious about how well or bad they may run? Furthermore since I am mostly
into N-scale, I was curious if there may be the possiblity of PCM releasing
the J, A or Y6B anytime soon. I know Bachmann is supposedly working on a
retooled N-scale J, but having an HO version of the 611, I noticed they did
not move the bell to the correct location beneath the front running board
adjacent to the pilot.

Thanks for any help,

Sincerely,
Steven Ashley
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