GreenMax JR 103 Series and Tomix 0381/0382 Couplers

[bc6]

I would like to swap out the Rapido couplers on my GM cars with Tomix 0381/0382 couplers. 

I've tried to insert a completed coupler with the square piece on the coupler and it doesn't fit into the bogie. 

Of course, without the square piece it fits but is a bit floppy, Is it ok to use it without the square piece? 

Is the TOMIX 0381/0382 the best route to go or is there a better alternative?

 

EDIT: I've added pics of the assembled coupler and the "square" piece.

After searching the internet for assistance there was a video that touched on the installation of the TOMIIX 0381/0382 couplers. I've formulated my own assembly method which I've linked on my blog due to the number of pictures.

https://n-scalerailroading.blogspot.com/2024/04/greenmax-jr-103-series-and-tomix.html 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited April 21 by bc6

[katoftw]

Why this option versus the body mount option?

[bc6]

I had these couplers on hand and wanted a challenge since there was no clearly documented way to assemble the TOMIX 0381/0382.

 

I'm curious which body mounted coupler option would you have used?

[katoftw]

Whatever option is listed in the instruction booklet to use.

[bc6]

There are no option in the instruction booklet for body mount options.

Edited April 22 by bc6

[katoftw]

Really? What the model number?

[cteno4]

I just noticed my new greemax 50745 Kintetsu Series 19200 Sightseeing Limited Express `Aoniyoshi` did not have any mention of the tn couplers to use even though it looks like the proper mounting holes are there. But I do seem to remember earlier gm sets having the recommended tn couplers in the instructions.

 

jeff