Repair Instructions

SD60M TRICLOPS Repair Kit
Apply a tiny amount of adhesive to the top (Top meaning
towards the sky when the locomotive is on tracks. While
the locomotive is being worked on upside down, the “top”
is down towards your work surface) of the peg that fits
into the square attachment point.
Applying the adhesive using a toothpick helps
regulate how much adhesive is being applied. The
shim is not under any physical stress, meaning that the
adhesive is only to hold it in position until the sideframe is
installed. There is no benefit in applying too much
adhesive.
Using tweezers, position the shim on the top of the peg.
It’s easiest to position the shim flush with the brass pickup
plate, but do not worry if it’s not flush as long as it doesn’t
extend beyond the end or sides of the peg.
Allow adequate time for the adhesive to cure before
reassembling.
4.
Adhere the shims to the sideframes.
Shim goes here
Carefully apply
glue
Place shim on peg
Shim properly
positioned
5.
That was the hard part, now it’s time to reassemble the truck.
Insert the sideframes back into the slots on the gear box
housing.
When reinstalling the sideframes, be mindful of the
inboard sanding lines. They are flexible, but you don’t
want to trap them between the sideframe and gear box
housing. Also pay attention to the metal brake line
attached to the top of the sideframe. It likes to catch on
the jack pads and hand brake hanger. Make sure to seat
the sideframe on the clip near the fuel tank
Sanding line
position