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Bill, Steve, and others, I recently received two new Sn3 PBL locos with Blunami decoders factory installed. Essentially Blunamis are a Soundtraxx Tsunami2 DCC decoder with added Bluetooth

Mixed trains in general probably did not run with observations, I’d bet there were few with more than one passenger car, or there would be enough traffic for a full passenger train. Always an

Mike S's recent post about mixed trains hit home with me.? For the first 50+ years of its existence, the BC&G ran only mixed trains.? A coach tacked on the end of the string of 50+ coal cars served

I would not have asked the question if I would have read it in the magazine. I haven't taken the MR magazine in years. I guess I will stay with what I have been doing with the caboose on the end of

Hi Bill, I am not using the Blunami decoders. But, I have been watching the SoundTraxx YouTube videos on the decoder. I recommend that you also watch them. It seems that it’s the best way to go for

Thanks Q used that on the Oregon turn out of Eola. A mainline mixed train and yes I think it had a pot bellied stove. Lasted til the mid 60s I think. Aside to your point re steam lines. Generally

BTW: This question was also asked on page 18 in the November 2024 issue of Model Railroader (You know, the S Scale issue...)? In a nutshell, the answer was pretty much "it depends." Another

Good point, Brooks. I am using the one amp in my switchers to save space: Roger Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 10:42 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [S-Scale] Decoders for S? Roger, Are the

Not all passenger cars in mixed service had steam heat, they had coal stoves and could be located either in the front or rear of the train.? My "cabbage" model is based on a Santa Fe prototype that

Hmmmm, I did not think of steam heat. Really good point. But, that would mean they would have to be cut out at every stop to work the freight, or they would be in the switching shuffle? Or is there

Hi Guys, The TSU-2200 is a wee bit larger than the TSU-1100. The TSU-2200 is cheaper in cost than the TSU-1100. I get mine from Iron Planet. The loco I have a TSU-4400 in is the first Mikado I built

I think all the passenger cars would be up front behind the locos because of steam heat. The freights would be after and the caboose last.

Quick question. Yesterday a mixed train was called up. Observation, two heavy ?weights along with 11 box cars and a caboose. The program called for the caboose to be on the end behind the observation

As the old man speaks again, back in my Dynatrol days (most with all the same factors) most engines were recommended to use a 2.5 amp receiver!? I think they sold 4 ratings.? My AM PA pair used a

Roger, Are the 2-amp versions about the same size as the 1-amp?? If so, I'd agree with you...the safety factor with 2-amp decoders is likely worth the modest price difference.? My experience with

Great looking car! Pieter Roos

Mike is right about the 2-amp decoders. I have fried a 1 amp in my AM Pacific and so has one of my S pals. The 2 amp doesn’t cost much more for the peace of mind it gives. Roger Nulton Sent:

Hi Bill, I am not going to get into the debate over which system is better. I believe your question is asking which decoder would be OK for S scale and what system to use. The systems are a decent

It's easier for me to clean track.? Even on my old layout, I didn't have to run my CenterLine track cleaning car very often.? Besides, it's getting harder for me to hold a soldering iron steady

Hi Bill and others interested in the 2026 NASG convention. The 2026 dates have been set as August 5-9, 2026 so you can mark your calendars now. If the dream cruise date of the third Saturday in August