Frequently Asked Questions

We often hear from persons interested in The Brakeman’s Riveting Set that they are not sure of what they should order and sometimes are not even sure what is included in the “Basic Set for O-Gauge Riveting.” In truth, we try to steer people away from purchasing the whole set. Many of the tools are for certain types of repairs that most hobbyists will probably never use. 

Find some of Carl’s Toy Trains’ FAQs below. If you have any further questions, feel free to call. 

For the serious O-Gauge hobbyist, I’ve been recommending the following items from Set #1. The Original Riveting (O-Gauge) Starter Set #0 is a good choice. It will allow you to do some of the most common Lionel Post-War riveting repairs, including knuckle couplers, slide shoes, armature spring rivets, and a host of other small and mid-sized rivets. If you do not need to replace trucks, then the Original Riveting Starter Set for O-Gauge #0 is for you. 

(Cost: $110.00) 

For the serious O-Gauge hobbyist, I’ve been recommending the following items from the entire set. They represent the heart of the Brakeman’s Riveting Set, the best of the best — and they are the most commonly used items in the complete set. 

(Cost: $195.00 – Add $49 for Wooden Set Box) 

Answer: If you are planning to do any repairs in S-Gauge, you will need to replace 1/8″ rivets, the most commonly used rivets in American Flyer S-Gauge trains. For Flyer collectors, I recommend getting the BR-2 Super Riveter for S-Gauge, the BR-S Truck Rivet Securing Tool, and a base fixture to secure the post while riveting ($105 plus $8.50 shipping). Or, simply purchase the BR-2 Super Riveter for S-Gauge and a base fixture to secure the post while riveting (for $110 plus $8.50 for shipping). 

If you need to rivet American Flyer Pikemaster trucks to frames, then you should add the BRT3-2¼” Rivet Tip and Eyelet Backing Post to the BR-2 Super Riveter for just $26. If you need to restore or replace link couplers on your postwar Flyer trains, then you should add the BRT5-2 Link Coupler Repair Set for an additional $40. 

The Basic Set for S-Gauge Riveting includes the following: 

(Cost: $180.00) 

(Discounted Cost: $425) 

(Discounted Cost: $519.00) 

(Cost: $325.00) 

Answer: I would like to give you two options on what to buy. The first one includes the most useful tools for Lionel and American Flyer repairs. I will include the wooden set box with both sets. I think you might want to consider just buying the most important tools (Set #5). Or, if you would prefer to buy all the tools I have available at this time for Lionel and American Flyer repairs, then you can purchase Set #6. 

(Cost: $320) 

(Discounted Cost: $579.00) 

Answer: Yes. For Marx truck replacement, I recommend getting the BR-2 Super Riveter with the BRT2-2 1/8″ Tip, including the NEW Marx Eyelet Backing Post with a base attachment and the BR-S Truck Rivet Securing Tool (for $115.00 plus $8.50 shipping). If you already have the BR-2 Super Riveter for “S” Gauge and you want to add the BR-MP NEW Marx Eyelet Backing Post, it is sold separately for $10. If you have the BR-2 Super Riveter for O Gauge and you do not have the BRT2-2 Tip used for S Gauge and 1/8” rivets, you should order this tip, as well, for properly setting the Marx eyelet with the Super Riveter. 

(Discounted Cost: $185.00)