gunrunnerjohn posted:I'm having a harder time seeing how my tester running down the tracks gives it all the utility I need for simply testing various components.
FWIW, I do have a motor on my tester, and when I want to simulate a load, I just grab the worm gear and provide a load. My test set is typically used for testing individual components, hence all the extra connectors that have been wired in over time as the requirements occur.
Well to be honest you can just use the engine too. As I stated, when the problematic engine has a communication issue with the R2LC is where being able to test on the layout is an added advantage. Just think of your test set with wheels driven by the motor. Doesn't mean you have to run it on layout. 
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