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Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« on: February 16, 2015, 06:55:06 PM »
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Anyone know the Micro Trains coupler conversion for this locomotive?
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Re: Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2015, 09:01:43 PM »
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I just checked their conversion chart and they don't have it listed.I don't have any so I'm not really going to be much help.Come to think of it I didn't see my B-30 listed either but I used 2004s for them.
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Re: Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« Reply #2 on: February 16, 2015, 09:56:38 PM »
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I have one on my desk which appears to have Z couplers installed. They appear to be straight shank or 1015 type. A 2004 is an offset shank coupler. Bob.

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Re: Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« Reply #3 on: February 16, 2015, 10:58:09 PM »
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A 2004 is an offset shank coupler.

Which is why I ended up using them.The 1015s were to low but the 2004s worked great.I think I will probably switch over to the 905s after I get a few dozen other projects done.
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Re: Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« Reply #4 on: February 17, 2015, 06:14:54 PM »
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I have a
Ot of micro conversions I'll check In the next day or so as I'm rebuilding a kitchen , I'll let you know

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Re: Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« Reply #5 on: February 21, 2015, 02:38:56 PM »
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I have a couple Microtrains conversion packs in front of me 1134 or ( 001 33 031) 2 pair couplers with conversions for use with Bachmann and also 1133 (001 00 133 ) for use with newer Bachmann locos medium shank, hope this helps.

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Re: Bachmann GP 7 coupler
« Reply #6 on: February 21, 2015, 02:42:57 PM »
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Compare the coupler pocket to a Micro trains guage (or a truck mounted coupler)

If the top of the coupler lines up use a 1015 if the coupler is too high use a 2004...

You might need to carve away an existing coupler box to mount it... This was the case on the 44tonner
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