Fixing The Most Common Problem With Lionel O27 Remote Turnouts - Insulating Track Pins!

Fixing The Most Common Problem With Lionel O27 Remote Turnouts - Insulating Track Pins!

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324 Video Views·Mar 5, 2026  #1122 #5121

Lionel's #1122 and #5121/5122 O27 remote turnouts are extremely reliable. However, many new hobbyists are not aware of a small item that is necessary to make the turnouts operate properly - insulated track pins.

Here, we take a look at this most common problem and its easy solution.

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