I am very familiar with the 1041. My dad's 1423w set from 1947 came with that transformer. Not the easiest to take apart and service but do work well. But at only 60w, it might get a bit warm running a 726 with the high stack motor in it. Right now I am between a R and and the unique Q. Just depends if I go for a dual loop/train layout or single track. I found a track plan I like, I could probably use my bridge even though it would not have been something outside of a dealer display layout in that era. But not sure I want a layout with grades. With only 7 foot to work with, that makes grades eat up lots of space or very steep. Now I dont pull long trains, so lack of Magna-traction doesnt factor in for me. But having to 'baby sit' the throttle for the up and down speed control does. Still looking at pics of various vintage layouts folks have built. AD
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