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  1. 27th Jul 2020, 09:52 AM #1
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    Default Kato coupler mod to make it MTL friendly

    Hey Guys. I found this a while back and I have tried it on one of my Kato cars. works a treat. Hopefully it helps out a few of you guys out there.


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    I have posted this on the forum once or twice too, its an excellent piece of information to have in circulation, helped me with a Kato switcher a while back, I need to use the info again on a new set of locos too.
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    The main issue I've seen with Kato couplers is their height. Most Kato rolling stock is lower than MTL-standard coupler height.

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    This is great info and may help me a LOT! Thanks!
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