@GGG posted:Bryant, your issue sounds like a bad super cap or solder joint. Might have been an easy fix. Still would like to know the issue with the LED if multiple units have issues with it.
In the PS-3 world, everything in the tender works off the tender board as long as tender has track power. Either from it's own pickups or from the engine (usual). The engine needs to have good communication with tender via draw bar to work. The boiler board is effectively a slave being told what to do in the engine (lights, smoke, motion). The only thing the engine board tells the tender board is what speed it is going to generate appropriate sounds. It is a two way communication along the data wire. G
Since it is under warranty, and obviously needed intervention, I sent it to the Dealer. After the dust settles, I will put together a list of boards that may be wise to purchase soon. I have the latest Dreyfus, Hiawatha and this J. Long term, if I keep these engines, it may be wise.
You and GRJ are 2 people that I have in mind if I get into post warranty repair. I know there are other fine people out there, but you 2 are the most visible to me over the years. Thanks for your sage advice. I am sincere in my appreciation. Stay safe and healthy.
