1" scale Maxitrak electric 0-4-0

Mike Walsh · Post by **Mike Walsh** » Tue Dec 29, 2015 12:32 pm

Calling 1" scale guys...

I just purchased and am awaiting shipment of a Maxitrak electric 0-4-0 chassis.

Electrical looks like it could use an overhaul.

Does anyone have an electrical schematic for the 0-4-0?

Matt Mason? John Sommer?

Thanks in advance!

Mike Walsh

redneckalbertan · Post by **redneckalbertan** » Tue Dec 29, 2015 10:19 pm

I contacted Maxitrak when I bought a used electric 0-6-0. They were able to provide some information about the engine I had. Then, after looking at the system they used to drive the traction motor, I bought a 4qd controller and wired it up how I wanted it.

cp4449 · Post by **cp4449** » Wed Dec 30, 2015 8:08 pm

I have a older unit as does Matt. I would totally remove any old wiring, and as the above poster said, put a 4qd board in. Love the Maxitrak electrics

john_sommer · Post by **john_sommer** » Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:25 pm

Hi Mike-

I still have mine, and it still needs a motor and controller. I'm not going to be taking it apart until I figure out what I need to re-build. Something tells me its it's easier to keep all the parts in one place than many

I don't have a schematic for it (or any documentation for that matter) on it either. My plan is to find a commercial motor/controller combo to fit rather than try to repair whats there.

She was run hard for over 20 years and deserves a proper restoration.

mattmason · Post by **mattmason** » Thu Jan 07, 2016 1:37 am

I would use a 4QD 40 amp controller. I have built three of the variable control boards from Maxitrak designs over 30 years, but like the 4QD at this point. I'll post pictures of the design (they no longer make this loco and haven't used that control in i don't know how long) and the rats nest it creates when I can get to a computer.

Mike Walsh · Post by **Mike Walsh** » Thu Jan 07, 2016 7:05 am

Awesome, thanks guys!

I got my chassis yesterday. Needs a little TLC but I'm trying to source a battery (without using my automobile, mind you) before writing off the as-included controller.

I may get the 4QD but I need to get my mill installed first, a cab built for this thing, then I'll look at a controller. I'll probably wire up a pendant as well so I can comfortably run from the riding car.

I'll do a rebuild thread as well. Can't wait to get started!
-Mike

mattmason · Post by **mattmason** » Thu Jan 07, 2016 6:08 pm

Here are the pics.

Marty Cozad · Post by **Marty Cozad** » Fri Feb 26, 2016 7:46 pm

any photos of the drive train of your 0-4-0??

mattmason · Post by **mattmason** » Wed Mar 02, 2016 5:00 pm

I will Marty. I'm in Reno right now, sop a little ways from my baby. I will also probably have it with me at the Small Scales Meeting in July at St. Croix. Are you going?