Reply to "Upgrading very early PS1 to PS2"

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Ted S posted:
Dan I personally wouldn't buy a PS1. The circuit boards are prone to scrambling if powered up with a low battery. AND they don't have speed control. IMO, PS1 diesels and electrics don't run as well as a Postwar 2330 GG1. Or at least they slowed down more on the sharp curves of my old layout (maybe thank rubber tires on both wheels of the same axle for not allowing the wheels to skid.)
Even though I feel that speed control is a giant band-aid, it was a game-changer. For that and better sound it's PS2 or later for me.

PS1 can be a great value if you can upgrade it yourself. They are well built and the Premier steamers come with a big Pittman motor. This engine cost me 170 bucks delivered. I picked up a NOB PS2 kit at York for 120 bucks. With a little help from my friends and about 15 hours sweat equity I have this. Compare to the latest MTH and Lionel USRA Pacifics.

Pete

1/12/1910:22 AM

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