Maybe some of you will have a suggestion on this. Iv'e just recently gotten a Bachmann Spectrum 2-8-0 and a Spectrum 4-6-0. Both are set up for DCC and have the rectangular plug and square plug between engine and tender. The wiring is very stiff and also has to go on one side or the other of the tow strap from the engine. The wires are stiff enough to support the weight of the front of the tender and hold the front truck off the track. Also, the force of the wiring keeps the tender out of line with the engine. Is this just one of those things where you just keep bending the wiring until it allows tender to track straight and sit low enough that the wheels are resting on the rails? Should the wires be pulled out to each side more?
If anyone is considering one of these Spectrum 4-6-0's or "tenwheelers", you wouldn't be disappointed. The level of detail is unbelievable. Quite a lot of detail added at the factory. Runs great and pulls several freight cars with no problem. Got it from Hobbyfrenzy.com for $117.00 total. Gary is a great guy to deal with and quick delivery.
I'll try to get some photos of both posted soon---------------John R
If anyone is considering one of these Spectrum 4-6-0's or "tenwheelers", you wouldn't be disappointed. The level of detail is unbelievable. Quite a lot of detail added at the factory. Runs great and pulls several freight cars with no problem. Got it from Hobbyfrenzy.com for $117.00 total. Gary is a great guy to deal with and quick delivery.
I'll try to get some photos of both posted soon---------------John R