LIONEL 480-32 Postwar Magnetic Coupler Conversion Unit

( Brand: Lionel ), ( Manufacturer Part Number: 480-32 ), ( Color: Black ), ( Material: Metal ), ( Type: Magneic Coupler Conversion Unit ), ( Year: Postwar Era ), ( Grading: C-6 Very Good ), ( Gender: Boys Girls ), ( Scale: O Gauge ), ( Country/region Of Manufacture: United States ), ( Vintage: Y/n )

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The 480-32 Lionel Postwar Magnetic Coupler Conversion Unit is a must-have accessory for any Lionel Postwar train enthusiast. This conversion unit allows you to upgrade the mechanical couplers on your Lionel Postwar trains to more modern and efficient magnetic couplers.

The conversion unit is designed to fit easily onto the existing coupler posts on your Lionel Postwar trains, making the installation process straightforward and hassle-free. Once installed, the magnetic couplers provide a smooth and automatic coupling and uncoupling experience, eliminating the need for manual adjustments and ensuring a seamless operation of your train set.

The 480-32 Lionel Postwar Magnetic Coupler Conversion Unit is made of high-quality materials, ensuring durability and reliability. The magnetic couplers are strong and secure, ensuring a secure connection between trains and preventing derailments. The conversion unit is also easily removable, allowing you to switch back to mechanical couplers if desired.

The conversion unit comes with detailed instructions, making it easy for even beginners to install. The magnetic couplers are also compatible with other brands of magnetic couplers, allowing you to expand your train set and connect to other manufacturers' trains.

Overall, the 480-32 Lionel Postwar Magnetic Coupler Conversion Unit is a great investment for any Lionel Postwar train enthusiast. It provides a more modern and efficient coupling system, is easy to install, and is made of high-quality materials. Upgrade your train set today with the 480-32 Lionel Postwar Magnetic Coupler Conversion Unit.

1. Improves Compatibility: The conversion unit allows older Lionel trains with hook-and-loop couplers to connect magnetically with newer trains, improving compatibility and flexibility in your train setup.

2. Enhances Realism: Magnetic couplers provide a more realistic coupling experience, as they mimic the way real trains connect and disconnect.

3. Easy Installation: The conversion unit is easy to install and does not require any major modifications to your existing trains or track.

4. Durable and Reliable: Magnetic couplers are known for their durability and reliability, reducing the likelihood of breakage or damage during operation.

1. Cost: The conversion unit can be a significant investment, especially if you have a large collection of older trains.

2. Potential Compatibility Issues: While magnetic couplers improve compatibility with newer trains, they may not work well with all older trains, particularly those with weak magnets.

3. Limited Functionality: Magnetic couplers do not offer the same level of functionality as some other types of couplers, such as those that allow for automatic uncoupling or remote control.

Overall, a 480-32 Lionel Postwar Magnetic Coupler Conversion Unit can be a valuable addition to your train collection, providing improved compatibility, enhanced realism, and easy installation. However, its high cost and potential compatibility issues should be taken into consideration before making a purchase. If you have a large collection of older trains and are looking for a more realistic coupling experience, the conversion unit may be worth the investment. If you have a smaller collection or are concerned about compatibility, you may want to explore other options or consider purchasing the conversion unit for select trains rather than converting your entire collection.

Details:

I package items very carefully and ship daily. C-7 excellent - all original minute scratches and paint nicks, no rust missing parts.

I specialize in postwar Lionel, but m also proficient with MC lit era Lionel. Grading as per RCA standards:c-10 mint - brand new all original, unused and unblemished. Items paid for by 8am est Mon-sat ship out the very same day.

Small dents, minor surface rust. Replace wiring and terminals as needed, clean all contacts, grease moving parts, thoroughly test on my layout return shipping anywhere in the lower 48 states of USA Lionel service repairs by Tim:i have close to 30 years worth experience buying, repairing selling trains parts.

With all of that said. Item: Lionel trains postwar magnetic coupler conversion unit w envelope instructions.

Diesels: gp7 9, EPA-5 single motor f, 2243, remove all components, essentially stripping the locomotive down to frame. The rest of it is very nice and coupler works properly.

I uses shipping calculator to calculate costs. C-8 like new - complete all original, no rust, missing parts, may show effects of being on display and or age, have been run.

No distortion of component parts. C-9 factory new - brand all original, unused, may evidence rubs and the slightest of handling, shipping having been test run at. I work from home so there is no overhead and can keep my prices competitive, if not considerably lower than your local Lionel service station. Heavily scratched, major rust and missing parts.

Lionel item: years made: postwar era. On to the listing. I don't make money on shipping supplies boxes, foam packing peanuts, tape, etc.

This prevents people from buying and then taking too long to pay or never paying at all. While they do cost money, I only try to break even on shipping supplies.

I also give multiple item discounts if you're sending more than one serviced or repaired.

Condition: very good condition. I painstakingly research parts compatibility and add the makes, model year whenever possible.

Replace wiring and terminals as needed, clean all contacts, grease moving parts, thoroughly test on my layout return shipping anywhere in the lower 48 states of USA clean, decrease re-grease worm gear, oil axles pick-up rollers, wire when front trailing trucks, completely disassemble motor, components, polish commutator, fresh armature shaft small bearings, install new carbon brushes, brush plate springs lubricate e-unit, rebuild smoke unit with your choice pill-style or liquid heating element, video locomotive running 685, 675, 646, etc Hudson - same thorough service above mentioned steamers 65 whistle tenders: 2426w, 2046w, 671w, 2671w, 2466w remove essentially stripping tender down to frame. Fits: Lionel postwar coil coupler trucks, or basic plain trucks that you wish to convert a magnetic.

The envelope is open but coupler unit unused. I have all of the same basic service tools and parts that you would expect a Lionel repairman to along with experience know-how do job right.

C-2 - restoration required. Clean, decrease and re-grease the gears, clean oil pick-up rollers, replace wires when needed, completely disassemble both motors, all components, polish commutators, fresh grease on armature shafts small bearings, install new carbon brushes, brush plates springs lubricate e-unit, adjust horn relay, test horn, coupler pins shoe thoroughly video locomotive running my layout return shipping anywhere in lower 48 states of USA - 110steamers: 671, 671rr, 681, 682, 2020 turbines, 726, 726rr, 736 Berkshire remove essentially stripping down to rolling chassis. C-4 fair - scratched, moderate paint loss, dented, missing parts, surface rust.

By the way, I don't just sell parts, repair Lionel trains as well. C-3 poor - requires major body repair.

Restoration candidate. C-6 very good - minor scratches and paint nicks, spots of surface rust, free dents. All repair work service comes with a 1 year guarantee. Please be patient.

I do not service DMCA or legacy. Minor surface rust on the armature spring. Evidence of heavy use.

C-1 - junk, parts value only. May have minor parts replaced. Used parts are not included in the guarantee as they do sometimes fail.

All prices below include carefully packaged return shipping anywhere in the continental us via USPS FedEx. Packaging: bubble wrap, foam peanuts a sturdy cardboard box will insure safe arrival at its new home. Clean, decrease and re-grease the power truck, clean oil axles rollers on collector replace pick-up wire when needed, completely disassemble motor, all components, polish commutator, fresh grease armature shaft small bearings, install new carbon brushes, brush plate springs lubricate e-unit, adjust horn relay, test horn, coupler pins thoroughly video locomotive running my layout return shipping anywhere in lower 48 states of USA model's without horns such as 2028, FM train master dual motor f3 - remove essentially stripping down to frame.

part #: 48032 prices

• $10.00-$19.95

specifications klineoscalegi:

• brand: Lionel
• mpn: 480-32
• color: Black
• material: Metal
• type: Magneic Coupler Conversion Unit
• year: Postwar Era
• grading: C-6 Very Good
• gender: Boys Girls
• scale: O Gauge
• country/region of manufacture: United States
• vintage: Y/n

General klineoscalegi:

• condition: Used
• in stock: Yes
• toys hobbies > model railroads trains o scale toys hobbies > k-line trains

Returns klineoscalegi:

• time: 30 Days
• type: Money Back
• policy: returns accepted
• paid by: Buyer

Payments klineoscalegi:

• PayPal

Offer klineoscalegi:

• Started: November 19, 2017, 5:19 am
• quantity: 1
• Sold: 0
• best offer: false
• bids: 0

Shipping klineoscalegi:

• cost: $3.5
• type: Flat
• handling: days

Seller klineoscalegi:

• zipcode: 07480
• city: West Milford, New Jersey

Ratings:

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3. satisfied 11-18-17

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