Kato RDC Parts Diagram

[RBrodzinsky]

Does anyone have a parts diagram for the Kato RDC-2? I have one fully working model (WP Zephyrette) and one shell (Santa Fe 192). Kato still has parts available for the RDC, including the mechanism, and I would like to build up a a second one to use the Santa Fe shell. Just want to make sure I know what all to order

[RBrodzinsky]

Never mind!   Just found it in the archives of the Kato site!

[peteski]

If you search various online dealers you might still be able to pick  a compete unit at fire-sale (like $30).  That is how I bought few of those myself. 

FYI, these models are often prone to split universal yokes on the motor shaft.  They usually don't split all the way, but might be split enough to slip on the motor shaft.

[RBrodzinsky]

That semi defeats the purpose of using the existing shell, but if I can find at/near that price, better than the $60ish for all the parts.

[Point353]

That semi defeats the purpose of using the existing shell, but if I can find at/near that price, better than the $60ish for all the parts.

Haven't seen the RDCs at "fire sale" prices in some time.
Rather than spend "$60ish" for a mechanism in "kit" form, maybe you'd rather spend just a bit more for a complete unit?
NYC RDC-2 for $65: http://www.rchobbiesandmore.com/Kato_RDC_2_Passenger_Bag_Cr_New_York_Central__166_0106-details.aspx
CN RDC-2 for $68: https://www.chuckstrains.com/1660102-N-Budd-Rail-Diesel-Car-RDC-2-Coach-Baggage-KATO-1660102.htm

[wcfn100]

Haven't seen the RDCs at "fire sale" prices in some

I did an extensive web search a month ago and couldn't find much of anything, especially at the fire sale prices.  I'm looking for two RDC-1s if anyone comes across some at a good price.

Jason

[peteski]

Sorry for the bum steer - I thought that some online retailers would still have few of these left - they couldn't give them away for years.