I would recommend skipping the DC, as you are limiting the flexibility of your operation by having two separate layouts that cannot interchange anything. Decoders are cheap. ($15)
the t1 decoders are pretty cheap at tonys.I would love to know where you can get decoders for that price.
the t1 decoders are pretty cheap at tonys.
Train Control Systems at Tony's Train Exchange.
17 dollars
if you ever decide to share your hobby with others DCC gives a wealth of options for inclusion.
the t1 decoders are pretty cheap at tonys.
Train Control Systems at Tony's Train Exchange.
17 dollars
Thank you! 35 of my diesels already have a plug for a decoder. Plus 4 of my steam locomotives are already DCC-equipped, and another 4 have a decoder plug. Hmmm ... maybe I'm closer than I thought to getting my feet wet with DCC. Especially when whatever I equip for DCC will still run OK on my DC layout. Maybe I can designate a portion of the existing layout DCC only and start experimenting with what I already have.
The downside is four of my steam locomotives and 20 of my diesels don't even have a decoder plug installed. Oh well, one thing at a time...