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I have read a number of posts about wiring DCC layouts. I have many spools of AWG 22 and want to know if this will work or if I need a heavier gauge wire for my layout? :confused: Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

WOW!!! That sounds a little complicated for a novice like me to accomplish. Maybe I should just buy a unit that has everything already equipped?

Thanks for all the input ya'll. I am tacking directly to a plywood roadbed, never really liked working with that cork stuff although I'll admit it does quiet things down alot. I thought about hot glue for the temporary tack but thought it might melt the plastic ties....any problems with that...

The benchwork is almost complete and it will soon be time to lay the track. (My goal is to have trains running by Christmas) I was wondering if there are any new ways of doing it besides nailing it down with those tiny little spikes with my tiny little hammer that ALWAYS smashes my HUGE...

Any suggestions on which brand of decoder with sound will work the best with my MRC Prodigy Advance DCC system? How expensive are the decoders with sound? this will be my first install so I am a little nervious. Also I heard something about Rivarossi locomotives having a history of poor power...

How difficult do you think it will be to DCC equip the Rivarossi 4-6-2 heavy pacific steam loco with decoder and sound?

Mornin' Ya'll, I was wondering what the general concensus was on decoders? Ease and time for installation? Brands? Approx. Cost? What does anyone know about the TCS T1 Decoder? Are the plug and play type better than the ones that have to be wired? thanks for any insite to this process,

No beef from me really...just trying to clear up the debate and solution to anyone wanting the upgrade. Regards,

The Bachmann you referred to... Gary, Is the Bachmann you referred to DCC equipped and do they make a 4-6-2 steam engine model? I'd like to get one with sound and decoder installed...wonder how much that would cost? :eek: Regards, Bob

MRC is still doing upgrades on Prodigy Advance... I called MRC yesterday and they are still doing upgrades as previously stated. Also any units bought at Tony's Train Exchange have already been sent back and modified according to Tony. Regards, Bob

MRC advertised their unit Prodigy Advance System at 3.5 amps but the power supply they furnished (for free) was 2.5 which was the issue I guess. If they advertise 3.5 then they should have delivered 3.5 not 2.5 ... no heartache from me here but to some who run many trains with their systems this...

With the Atlas Turnouts, I've noticed that is appears the conducting metal continues through (underneith) the frog area even though there is plastic insulation at the frog. My question is this... When using DCC with these Atlas switches, do I need to cut the metal in order to isolate the...

Underpowered Unit...

Morning, I am curious to know what styles and types of locomotive power was available from the late 40's through early 60's? Is there a source for this info online with a timeline available? I know that F7's and GP30's were the mainstay during the transition period but I was wondering...

Hi Ya'll, I finally got my MRC Prodigy Advance DCC System last week :thumb: but understand I need to send it back to MRC for a slight power modification change since they under powered :curse: the unit ... but that's ok because I have not laid the track yet on my new layout. I have...

They are Athern Southern Pacific engines. I have a couple of different styles but too modern for my new layout. Bob

Yes I thought it looked toyish as well, but I have some older looking short Denver & Rio Grand passenger cars that would go with it quite nicely. I guess I will pass on it and try to find a real HO scale 4-6-2 that I can put a decoder in to go with the passenger cars I have. Thanks for the input,

Does anyone have an opinion on this loco and if it can be made to operate on DCC? Here is the link http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/mdp/mdp6784.htm Thanks,

Thanks all for the education and clearification. I favor the Western region of the country because I like the rock formations and look of the old western towns. I might take your advice and do the "coal" type and use Santa Fe as a guide. Right now I have all Southern Pacific diesel...

Hey Ya'll, I am planning on modelling the period between (approximately) 1955-1965 and need some expert advise and suggestions. :) I am modelling this period because I understand that it was the transition period from steam to diesel...is this correct? :confused: Also I will be...