Dan Padova posted:A bit of thread drift, if no one minds. I am not real familiar with MTH trains. I have bought and sold the few I had. I was looking at an AEM-7 w/PS1, which is the oldest version, I believe. What's the difference in the PS levels ? Is there any reason to stay away from a PS1 loco ? I would be running it on a conventional layout with a post-war ZW transformer. I do have fast acting circuit breakers wired to each post. I know the modern electronics need to be protected.
Dan, I agree with Norton. If all you want to do is run conventional, you will be fine. The battery is crucial. Avoid battery worries and buy a J&W Electronics BCR to replace it. You can get them from many vendors.
Have Fun!
Ron
