I am always impressed with the level of detail/knowledge that members of this forum have. This is all very helpful in terms on how best to move forward.
As a longer term project it would be fun to convert the DC motor to AC but I don’t have time for that now. I found another K-Line S-2 switcher online for $50 and am going to attempt to swap out the shells to run the Southern Pacific livery. This purchase has more detail and looks to be in great shape. So when all is said and done I’ll have spent $90 for a working switcher, four boxcars and a possibility fun project for me and my son to work on in 2022. I’ll let you all know how the shell swaps goes and post some photos of the process.
