I have a Hornby HST from 1980-ish (R70-060), probably the 1st edition model. The model is in pristine condition apart from the burnt out 3-pole armature. I was just planning on finding a 3-pole armature to slot in and away we go again, but cannot find one anywhere (scoured the internet/ebay etc)
I am now wondering if a modern 5-pole powered bogie unit (entire unit) will clip straight into the chassis? I have a feeling it won't. The Hornby service sheets arn't very helpfull, as they only refer to modern HST's.
Any help would be appreciated (with the exceptions of - buying another power car off ebay, or buying a modern HST unit and swapping the bodyshells)
I am a cheapskate after all
I am now wondering if a modern 5-pole powered bogie unit (entire unit) will clip straight into the chassis? I have a feeling it won't. The Hornby service sheets arn't very helpfull, as they only refer to modern HST's.
Any help would be appreciated (with the exceptions of - buying another power car off ebay, or buying a modern HST unit and swapping the bodyshells)

