l & l catalog 2013 1 - L & L Model Train Restoration
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1. DIE CAST TYPE ONLY 2023X UNION PACIFIC grey nose 2023 33 UNION PACIFIC silver or yell 2032 ERIE ALCO FRAMES painted amp striped 55 00 ea Price includes glass bead stripping of shell preparation painting decorating and POST WAR STEAM LOCOS graphics Boiler amp Boiler Front Only 773 Hudson 1964 White Letter 773 Hudson 1950 Silver Letter T46N amp W 746N amp W 682 Pennsy S 2 w stripe All O Gauge Steam Locos available 726 736 646 681 671 675 POSTWAR TENDERS Most Post war tenders 2426W 2226W tenders 125 00 125 00 Boiler only All graphics screen printed 135 00 tender only specify long or short stripe 85 00 125 00 85 00 75 00 85 00 ACCESSORIES Sorry but we no longer restore accessories SETS Includes complete restoration and graphics BODY SHELLS ONLY Mechanical work frame and rust removal available at extra charge GIRL S SET 225 00 Includes 2037 Pink Loco amp tender only MADISON CARS 295 00 3 CAR SET MADISON IRVINGTON MANHATTAN Your choice of road names amp numbers pre war 2623 2624 Or Post War 2625 7 8 Includes bodies amp vestibules only ALSO AVAILABLE 2626 SAGER PLACE ZAAIEN cABOOSE 95 00 275 00 3 car set Matches 2023 UP diesels WESTFIELD PLAINFIELD LIVINGSTON STANDARD GAUGE Standard Gauge restorations require more care and attention than their post war counterparts and are much more involved in terms of2. as it is a 24 hour auction site There are also many buy it now items for sale but for the most part none are guaranteed Our consultation appraisal advice and phone call fees are and always will be 0 00 Zero Make sure you contact us before making a sizable purchase on ebay particularly if you are a new or novice enthusiast We ll help you however we can as not only does this promote good will in the hobby at large but it is good business for us if you decide to contract with us for our restoration services We want your work Unlike ebay we guarantee every item we work on 13 TERMS AND GUARANTEES We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and craftsmanship and therefore guarantee all our painting for one 1 year from date of purchase against peeling flaking or lifting under normal storage and usage conditions We cannot be responsible for dings or nicks as a result of careless operation or handling or storage in a high humidity environment Under normal conditions our finishes should last the life of your trains Repair or replacement at our option Repairs are guaranteed for ninety 90 days from date of purchase except for motor brushes and miniature lamps Our terms are Check or money order with order Sorry no credit cards or C O D Free shipping on orders over 2000 Orders under 2000 add 5 for shipping amp handling Turn around time Due to the high volume of business we are curren
3. for Kalmbach Publications Feature Monthly periodical on model train collecting CLASSIC TOY TRAINS MAGAZINE We are known throughout the world and have clients too numerous to mention But each and every order no matter how large or small is given the care and expertise necessary to transform it into the authentic museum quality showpiece it was when it was first manufactured L amp L MODEL TRAIN COMPANY TODAY We are a full time model train service and repair company working exclusively on the restoration repair and re building of LIONEL pre war and post war model electric trains although we used to screen print just about anything from coffee mugs to golf balls All our paints are custom blended industrial finishes for superb color matches and are applied with professional automotive type spray painting equipment and compressors Our lettering and graphics are applied via modern screen printing or pad printing methods to insure super sharp crisp details every time We use exact replacement water soluble decals only where they were utilized originally by LIONEL In addition we maintain a complete graphic arts department and produce all our own screens and film matrixes in house Further our restoration work is FULLY GUARANTEED FOR ONE YEAR against peeling or flaking under normal conditions In all actuality our paint work should last the life of your trains On the following pages you will find a list of services we currently
4. the following items nor do we manufacture any reproduction trains or parts All of our restoration work is done on your trains We can most likely obtain any missing or broken parts you may require through our own dealer parts network We may offer from time to time limited runs on completely restored used trains however we are neither associated nor affiliated with Lionel American Flyer or any other manufacturer of model trains We are solely and exclusively a model train repair and restoration company Please note You must supply your own body shell for all painting services Complete locomotives offered for sale are professionally restored old Lionel Post War stock with everything included and refinished For restoration we do not stock replacement body shells although sometimes we can locate a replacement shell for you through our network of suppliers please inquire ALL DIESEL AND ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVES Diesel body shells only Price includes stripping of old paint prime coat if necessary refinishing of all colors amp screen or pad printed graphics complete replacement of trim amp hardware as applicable TRADITIONAL F 3 s 2240 WABASH CUSTOM F 3 s 2242 NEW HAVEN 158 BURLINGTON silver 2243 SANTA FE 242 ERIE LACKAWANNA 2245 TEXAS SPECIAL 800 GULF MOBILE amp OHIO 2333 SANTA FE or NYC 800 ERIE RR 2343 53 83 SANTA FE 805 DL amp W 2344 54 NEW YORK CENTRAL 971 GREAT NORTHERN 2345 55 WESTERN PACIFIC 1400 UNI
5. EPAIR QUOTES ARE EXACT No unpleasant surprises Why not give us a try ebay At just about any time of the day or night over 11 000 items can be found on ebay in the LIONEL 1945 69 postwar section for sale to the highest bidder These items range from high end mint unused ultra expensive collectibles to pure junk and everything in between Unfortunately a great deal of the sellers of LIONEL trains on ebay have no idea what they are selling often resulting in unpleasant surprises for you the buyer CALL US if you are about to or have made an ebay purchase and we can advise you on whether the item can be repaired or restored to your satisfaction Most ebay sellers are honest and there is no need to leave negative feedback especially if we can help you with the repair you may need to bring your trains back up to snuff We have seen many many items often ones that came from ebay which no matter how bad the condition may look to you can be completely restored In most instances they can be brought right back to like new condition Our 41 years experience will help guide you to a satisfying purchase on ebay and since we have restored so many LIONEL items we can almost always give you a price quote over the phone that will not deviate by more or less than 10 12 Ebay has by and large replaced the swap meets as the main means of acquisition for used LIONEL trains for most collectors and operators today
6. ON PACIFIC 2356 SOUTHERN 2364 BOSTON amp MAINE 2363 ILLINOIS CENTRAL 0000 LEHIGH VALLEY 2363BR ILLINOIS CENT brown let 0000 SOUTHERN PACIFIC 2367 WABASH 0000 JERSEY CENTRAL LINES 2368 BALTIMORE amp OHIO 0000 FLORIDA EAST COAST 2373 CANADIAN PACIFIC 0000 KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN 2378 MILWAUKEE RD 0000 ATLANTIC COAST LINE w or w o top stripe 3052 PENNSYLVANIA 2379 RIO GRANDE PRICES restoration work only F 3 bodies only A or B Traditional F 3 s 90 00 ea A or B Custom F 3 s 100 00 ea F 3 Frames restoration work only Includes 4 truck sides and pilot All colors available 55 00 ea Battery damaged frames 85 00 ea special order only all road names above call for availability 2 motors magne traction horn A A or A B Fully serviced amp guaranteed runs amp looks brand new 575 00 ea FM TRAINMASTER TYPE 90 00 New railing sets available 30 00 set includes windows horns amp heat shields 2341 JERSEY CENTRAL LINES 2341x JERSEY CENTRAL glossy 2331 VIRGINIAN blk amp gold 2331 VIRGINIAN blue 2321R LACKAWANNA red roof 2321 LACKAWANNA 2322 VIRGINIAN GP 7 amp GP 9 TYPE 85 00 Includes replacement of all trim and hardware pieces 028 PENNSYLVANIA 2328 BURLINGTON 2338 MILWAUKEE RD 2338X MILWAUKE orange band 2337 9 WABASH 2346 BOSTON amp MAINE 2347 C amp O SEARS 2348 MINN amp ST L 2349 NORTHERN PACIFIC 2359 BOSTON amp MAINE 2365 CHESAPEAKE amp OHIO GP 7 FRAMES Comple
7. WELCOME TO LEN CARPARELLI S L L MODEL TRAIN CO Formerly L L Screen Printing Co www llmodeltrain com www lencarparelli com x 4 YEARS RESTORING MODEL ELECTRIC TRAINS 1972 2013 201 438 1266 Dear Model Railroad Enthusiast Thank you for ordering our new 2013 catalog and price list as we celebrate 41 years in the model train restoration business NO one in the industry has been restoring trains longer than we have Well into the 21st Century our philosophy toward our business remains the same as in 1972 we guarantee our services and paintwork 100 or you pay us nothing This customer first attitude towards our business has garnered many friends and clients over the years who will testify to the quality superior product and first class service you should expect when restoring your prized collectibles Some History About Our Company We decorated the FIRST post war style trains offered by WILLIAMS ELECTRIC TRAINS now WILLIAMS BY BACHMANN We decorated the FIRST EVER model train offerings from a small fledgling company called MIKE S TRAIN HOUSE MTH ELECTRIC TRAINS We maintained the EXCLUSIVE CONTRACT to decorate paint restore refinish and complete the inventory of the oldest Lionel Service Station in the world MADISON HARDWARE CO NEW YORK President and Owner LEN CARPARELLI is a nationally recognized authority on Lionel restoration and a frequent contributor of many informative articles
8. actual labor Consequently all our Standard gauge restorations are ground up which includes all refinishing plate restoration new wheels motor tune up and chassis harness wiring re plating or replacing of all copper nickel parts and complete reassembly Moreover we can assume NO LIABILITY for any pre war die cast parts and this includes all original frames 400E amp 400T Send original frame at your own risk New frames are available AND recommended 402 381 or 408E 420 425 412 PRE WAR O GAUGE BODY SHELLS ONLY 226E amp 226W 700E amp 700W 763E amp 763W 701 or 233 series 752 250E 1 500 00 Electrics 1 250 00 Blue Comet Cars 3 car set 3 500 00 Stephen Girard 3 car set 3 000 00 State Set 3 car set 3 500 00 Loco amp Tender 250 00 Lettered 5344 amp N Y Central 400 00 Gunmetal or Black LIONEL LINES 300 00 8976 amp Pennsylvania 250 00 UP or RAIL CHIEF 4 car rest incl vestibules HIAWATHA Loco amp Tender 800 00 350 00 NEW ERIE SET SPECIAL ANNOUNCMENT Due to the tremendous response and overwhelming demand to our March 2011 article in we are now offering as a four car set new custom painted ERIE 027 passenger cars to match your Lionel 2032 ERIE ALCO diesel AA units perfectly a wonderful compliment to your locos and a fabulous set that you are sure to enjoy This spectacular set will feature a beautiful semi flat black finish an elegant un
9. derstated satin sheen for the bodies and roofs along with dark yellow striping for the windows and window frames Car names and lettering will be bright white and each car will be complimented with special Erie decals exactly as they appear on your 2032 ALCO units All lettering and striping will be done using our usual super clear Screen printing process and the cars will be lettered and numbered exactly as they appear in the A F ENJ MVE article 2484 PASSAIC 2485 VERONA 2486 BLOOMFIELD 2487 HO HO KUS For more information and photos on this unique set please pick up a copy of March 2011 issue and be sure to read our fun fantasy fiction article on how I might have advised J L Cowen had I worked at Lionel back in 1953 The article may be fiction since I was only 3 years old in 1953 but the cars are now a reality and you can have a set of these cars that Lionel never made for your very own display shelf or model pike Please see ordering details on the next page HOW TO ORDER As with all our restoration services you must supply us with a four car set of Lionel 027 2400 series passenger cars to paint Off brand and other makes may be suitable if they will fit into our painting fixtures and equipment Let us know what you have Fortunately many original Lionel 027 cars can be found in abundance at either your local hobby or train shop ebay or through the
10. entories on the east coast stocking well over 7 500 different cataloged part numbers Since we are not primarily a parts dealer we do not issue a separate parts listing We maintain our parts inventory primarily for servicing our repair and restoration business but we will also sell parts as our clients needs requires We have mostly original Lionel frames motors trucks E units relays couplers pick ups brackets horns amp trim parts for most steam diesel and electric post war locos as well as some limited accessory freight and passenger car parts currently in stock We DO NOT HAVE original body shells cabs or boiler assemblies in stock although we can occasionally acquire diesel engine bodies particularly F 3s but in very limited quantity We DO have locomotive steam chests and pilots side rods wheels trucks smoke units and whistle assemblies with condition ranging from excellent to new old stock OUR MINIMUM ORDER FOR PARTS IS NOW 200 00 The reason we must insist on this is because if we have to spend too much time filling small parts orders we won t have the time to complete our restoration work For smaller orders we can recommend several reliable parts dealers who can probably help you out We do have a modest supply of some pre war parts mostly reproduction and can help you or guide you in acquiring the parts you need if you let us know the item and catalog number and the part for it When ordering parts p
11. lease use the Greenberg s Lionel Service Manual for the correct part numbers We will let you know price and availability either by phone or mail If we don t have a part you need we might be able to find it Again please call or write ALL SALES ARE FINAL ON PARTS If you are not satisfied with a part you must call us within 10 days and let us know the problem WE will replace or repair the part at our option All our mechanical and electrical parts are 100 operational when they leave here but we cannot be responsible for incorrect or improper installation 11 S GAUGE We no longer restore American Flyer S Gauge REPAIRS Home repairs are fine for light work and broken wiring However major jobs such as internal gear replacement wheel pulling and quartering armature replacement and motor tune ups are best handled by a professional with factory repair tools and years of experience Our new modern repair facilities can accommodate ALL pre and post war locomotives cars and accessories In addition we maintain an extensive parts inventory along with complete original Lionel factory tools and service manuals ST Series Riveting tools 5F test sets wheel amp gear pullers and over 40 years of experience repairing model trains assure you that your trains and accessories will return to you performing at factory specs In our experience trains in need of restoration also need repair Low prices free quotes ALL OUR R
12. offer Please call or write and we ll be happy to help you Let us know your needs in order to serve you better Business hours are Mon Sat 11AM 6PM Please note our new address At the present time mail and phone order only Sorry but currently we have no showroom or store you can visit However you can visit our recently launched website at www lencarparelli com or www llmodeltrain com Thank you for your interest in our company We look forward to hearing from you Sincerely Len Len Carparelli L amp L MODEL TRAIN CO 1 Orient Way Suite F Box 348 Rutherford NJ 07070 201 438 1266 TABLE OF CONTENTS POST WAR PAINTING SERVICES F 3 DIESELS FM TRAINMASTERS EP 5 ELECTRICS EL33 ELECTRICS GP 7 amp GP 9 DIESELS GG 1 ELECTRICS MOTORIZED UNITS A amp B ALCO UNITS STEAM LOCOS TENDERS ACCESSORIES SETS GIRLS SET 2625 MADISON CARS 6427 VIRGINIAN CABOOSES 027 ANNIVERSARY CARS PRE WAR PAINTING SERVICES STANDARD GAUGE 400E amp T LOCO amp TENDER 402 381 408 ELECTRICS 420 series BLUE COMET CARS 425 series STEPHEN GIRARD 412 series STATE SETS O GAUGE 226E 2226W LOCO amp TENDER 700EW SCALE HUDSON 763E HUDSON 701 series SCALE SWITCHER 752 UNION PACIFIC 250E HIAWATHA SPECIAL NEW A ITT LOND PARTS S GAUGE REPAIRS ebay TERMS amp GUARANTEES PAGE OO Nannn NN NNNNA 00 00 00 00 co Co 00 CO o0 CO 11 12 12 14 PLEASE NOTE We do not manufacture any of
13. tely restored 55 ea includes strip old paint re riveting of all hardware using factory rivet machines Colors available black red gold white and yellow Battery damaged frames additional Approximately 85 00 EP 5 amp EL 33C ELECTRIC 90 00 2350 NEW HAVEN 2350N NEW HAVEN paint nose 2350R NEW HAVEN rev letter 2350X NEW HAVEN sol white amp or 2351 MILWAUKEE RD 2352 PENNSYLVANIA 2358 GREAT NORTHERN 2329 VIRGINIAN RECTIFIER GG 1 TYPE ELECTRIC 125 00 2330 5 stripe green 2332 5 stripe green 2332 5 stripe blk amp gold 2340 5 stripe tuscan 2340 5 stripe green 2360 5 stripe green 2360 5 stripe tuscan 2360 solid stripe printed ltr 2360 solid stripe decal letter 2360 NEW Black solid str decal As painted by Lionel Corp for Bill Vagell in the 1960 s All GG I s are stripped sanded and primed Exact colors matched and stripes are beautifully restored All new hardware and trim parts are installed and included along with new mtg screws PANTOGRAPHS EXTRA 18 50 ea MOTORIZED UNITS 85 00 41 US ARMY 42 PICATINNY ARSENAL 51 NAVY YARD 52 FIRE CAR 53 RIO GRANDE PLOW 53a RIO GRANDE wrong a 56 M amp ST L Mine Transport 57 AEC 58 GR NORTH PLOW 59 MINUTEMAN Price includes Painting and screening of cab and new railings Window struts repaired 40 add l for EACH strut Note window strut repairs are visible from the inside only ALCO A amp B UNITS 180 00 pr Min order one pr
14. tly backlogged for the early part of 2013 Our turn around time is now 4 months for post war orders 6 8 months on Standard Gauge and Pre War O Gauge We apologize for the long delay and will keep you informed if and when our time schedule improves NEW JERSEY RESIDENTS MUST ADD 6 SALES TAX
15. various train shows in your area FOUR CAR SETS ONLY At the present time we cannot paint individual cars Price for the 4 car sets will be 395 00 plus appropriate shipping and handling YOU MUST SEND THE CAR BODIES AND ROOFS ONLY The metal inserts trucks wiring and light fixtures must be removed before shipment Because of the huge expected demand we cannot handle the mechanical and assembly repair operations for this project Your local hobby shop can assist you along with re assembly if you feel uncomfortable doing the work yourself Broken car bodies cannot be accepted for restoration We can fix most dings and dents but really badly scarred bodies and roofs may require extra labor charges We ll let you know final pricing upon receipt of your cars before starting any restoration work on them Chances are you won t need it DELIVERY DATE will be a minimum of 3 months from the receipt of your order We want to do a super job for you but we also expect a lot of orders So please be patient with us As usual our full 100 guarantee of satisfaction applies to your order Call or write to us if you have any questions about this unique offering P S Don t forget about your 2032 ALCO Erie Locos If they re not in the best of condition we can restore them for you as well to match your new custom painted ERIE 2400 Series Passenger cars Prices and details on Page 6 PARTS We maintain one of the largest post war parts inv
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