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    Should I go with DCC

    My only answer to this question is that, While I was creating the turnouts, not all have the issue by the way, and only the "offenders" have been removed, I must have built in some clearance problems. I've only replaced 12 of the 30 or so. It was my first attempt at hand laying track so I...
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    Should I go with DCC

    It's been awhile and I have some updates. The post warning me about the hand-laid turnouts proved to be accurate. I had to remove them and replace them with commercial ones. I've since removed...well, lets say that I'm rebuilding the majority of my layout to facilitate the DCC. I've...
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    Should I go with DCC

    Now for chapter two. I installed a TCS-T1 and a Digitrax SFX004 soundbug in my Athearn Bluebox GP38-2. The install was done in stages and tested on the program track at each level. T1 in checked on the program track at address 03. motor worked fine. Back to the bench and installed the...
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    Should I go with DCC

    Ok, here's an update. First off, I'm not any type of electrical wizzard but I'm teachable. I've only burned up 2 decoders so far. One was purely my fault the second was a strange thing for sure. First was a miswire on the install (my first ) the second was due to a mislable on the motor...
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    Should I go with DCC

    No, the spark comes when I attempt to connect the second power IN line. This only occurs with the DC terminals from my pwr pack. If I connect the 16 VAC wires the DB150 comes on and operates the track.
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    Should I go with DCC

    Well, Merry Christmas to me. I went and bought the Digitrax Super Empire Builder Extra. Then I began re-wiring my layout with the BUSS system and got rid of a lot of wire from the old block system. I have the DB 150 hooked up to my MRC 20 powerpack that has plenty of power using the COIN...
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    Should I go with DCC

    Ok, I've read more lately than I ever did in school. I'm convinced that the next step for me is to make the jump. But, all the literature says this one is the best and that one is the best. Usually with the highest price tag to prove it. My next questions for this learned group are...
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    Should I go with DCC

    Bob, I think I'll go with your suggestion. I like the turntable operation as a separate entity. Thanks for the idea
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    Should I go with DCC

    One of my major concerns is how I have my yard wired now. I use a dpdt selector switch to select between Mainline power pack and a secondary yard power pack. That way I can switch the yard while another train is on the main. By selecting the Mainline pwr pk, I then can run the main line...
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    Rotary Switch for Roundhouse Stalls

    Rotary Switch I installed a 9 position rotary switch for my roundhouse. It requires a little work and careful attention to what wire goes where but over all I am very satisfied with the operation. I don't remember the part number but it was a Radio Shack item and wasn't that expensive...
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    Should I go with DCC

    I want to thank all of you who have offered advice. I believe I will just jump in and make the investment after consulting with some hobby shops as to the specifics ( decoders etc.) Thanks again. Wonderful site and am glad I found it.
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    Should I go with DCC

    I've built my bedroom size layout hand-laying track and building in place turnouts with powered frogs. I have 4 ( that's right four ) reverse loops that allow me to facilitate a longer main line run. There is a track diagram in my photo album here. I have many "older" engines all DC. Atlas...
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