ok it works now kinda.
- The enigne is run backwards so i guess i got the motor connections backwards. I will fix the wires when i get that athearn i have my eye on
- You were absolutley right about it not running smoothly either it is very choppy i think this is weird as i made the feeders 18g so i am thinking there is no shortage of juice, i will check wattage around the layout when the kids go down for a nap today.