Squeaking LGB diesel

[Anglian]

Hi all.
Really wanted an LGB centre cab, (LGB 23510). Saw a second hand one and rang up the shop as to its condition. I was told that it was cosmetically fine but had a squeak running one way. I had a reserved sticker put on it until it could be tested, which could mean a wait. Can anyone advise as to what it might be before I part with some hard-earned cash?
Trevor

 

[dunnyrail]

An irritating squeak can be caused by dry pickup wipers on the back of the wheels. A modest application of the LGB Smoke Fluid can fix the problem.

 

[Anglian]

Many thanks. Hopefully it might be something minor, as these types of diesels seem bin on the ground.

 

[Anglian]

thin

 

[Paul M]

Hi all.
Really wanted an LGB centre cab, (LGB 23510). Saw a second hand one and rang up the shop as to its condition. I was told that it was cosmetically fine but had a squeak running one way. I had a reserved sticker put on it until it could be tested, which could mean a wait. Can anyone advise as to what it might be before I part with some hard-earned cash?
Trevor

As Jon said, if it's only squeaking in one direction it sounds as if something is rubbing

 

[Anglian]

Thanks Paul. It sounds minor. I'll go for it while it's available. Will let you know. T

 

[Anglian]

Sorry for the late reply.Diesel arrived with minor squeak. Applied recommended fluid. Squeak gone. Many thanks. Great forum this!

 

[PhilP]

So out of interest..
Which model of diesel is it?

PhilP.

 

[Anglian]

Hi PhilP
LGB 23510.

 

[PhilP]

Thank you.

 

[Gizzy]

LGB 23510.View attachment 266299

My first big diesel, and also one of the few I had from new.

I brought another 2nd hand one since....

 

[Anglian]

Steam outline is nice, but there's something about a nice big lump of a diesel. Utilitarian looks I think. I remember watching trains at Lowestoft Central in the 60s and seeing the first of the green diesels operating, Class 31s, 40s etc and loved them. so a big one, albeit red and German fits the bill nicely.