wafflebox306
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I consider myself an experienced modeler, but I always have a devil of a time installing replacement [Kadee] couplers on Athearn Genesis Engines. Specifically SD70 [M-2 ACe] models. The stupid cut lever detail always gets in the way and haven't come up with a fool proof way to keep that from getting in my way when I put the box and coupler back into the slot. I've tried using a pair of pliers to hold the box assembly and try to keep the cut lever out of the way with a small screw driver, but I need 3 hands it seems. I've tried leaving the top of the box in the slot and try to put the bottom back on behind the pilot while holding the coupler with my fingers. Nothing seems to work well and it takes me WAY longer than it should to perform this operation. Anyone have any tips and/or ideas of how to make this go easier? Thanks!
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