Thanks as always for the great info.
The DC running to my track is from a Bridge Rectifier, converting the AC outlet of my transformer to DC.
I have almost zero concerns about damaging an AC engine by running it on DC. I am only buying post-war, old school, Lionel AC engines. Probably the early 1960s will be as late as I will buy. None of these have command circuit boards, blue tooth, or anything else of that nature. If one happens to burn out from running it on DC, then lesson learned. I will replace the motor and move on.
My1949 Scout runs great on the DC track, with no sparks, grinding sounds, or choppy running at low speeds. The only issue I have with it is the bouncy back truck, which I am going to fix.
As far as my obsession with DC power :-), . . . frankly, in my opinion only, too many folks are obsessed with command control boards, bluetooth technology, and software products. For me, this takes all of the old school mechanical and electrical charm and skill out of the hobby, and tends to turn it into just another push button game, with software doing everything, including things like voices being broadcasted out of the engine. Hook it all up correctly, download the software, fire up the bluetooth, and no further manual operating skills required, except for deciding which computer button to push with your thumb. :-) I know lots of people love that stuff, which is great, but it is not for me.
Best,
Mannyrock
