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A DCC Question 7 years 3 weeks ago #5859

Robin
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Thanks for your encouragement! I did the dirty deeds: I replaced the old switches and most of the connecting track, and I installed the NCE Power Cab. I never realized just how sensitive DCC is to dirty track and wheels, but once I got everything cleaned up, all is well. Once I'm sure that everything is running properly I'll ballast the new track, install the Blair Line road crossings, and patch up the roadway.

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A DCC Question 7 years 3 weeks ago #5860

tomjacobs OFFLINE Superintendent Posts: 177 Thank you received: 37	Use some CRC26 spray on the rails - that will clean them up and improve conductivity. Just a couple quick sprays here and there, and then run trains - they'll coat the rails for you!
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A DCC Question 7 years 2 weeks ago #5876

Robin OFFLINE Conductor Posts: 173 Thank you received: 47	I'm back. Even though Holy Week is one of my busiest, I managed to get the railroad back in business, complete with new track and DCC. Thanks for all the helpful advice, guys!
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A DCC Question 7 years 2 weeks ago #5877

Robin OFFLINE Conductor Posts: 173 Thank you received: 47	Number 83 is a Bowser Executive VO-1000. I need to start installing some decoders in (or replacing!) older power.
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A DCC Question 7 years 2 weeks ago #5878

tomjacobs OFFLINE Superintendent Posts: 177 Thank you received: 37	Go with WOWsound across the board!
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A DCC Question 7 years 2 weeks ago #5879

rdg-barry OFFLINE Road Foreman of Engines Posts: 378 Thank you received: 44	Looking great Robin!!!
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October 8, 1958

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