Paint Remover? and Wobbly Wheels

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The bottom line here is don't try anything until you talk with your parents first. I would think the best way (and safest) would be to keep an eye out on Ebay for cheap, used ones or perhaps non-working trains that you can swap parts with. Or perhaps visiting any local Thrift stores or Yard Sales in your area may bag you something cheap and save on shipping.