(click for video) 2012 Christmas Train Lionel O scale

I run a New York Central locomotive and tender with ‘Trainsounds.’ The steam chuffing and crew talk sound effects are very cool. I cleaned all of the track and lubricated all of the axle ends to ensure minimum rolling resistance. It is currently pulling 12 cars and starts rolling at about 65% power with no locomotive wheel slip. I also use cinnamon roll scented smoke in the locomotive. Mmmm…