Hi All,
I have decided to try the Ring Engineering RailPro system. I was able to get the hand controller (HC2b) and RailPro control and sound board LM-3S-G for a nice price. The system is schedule to be delivered next week.
I was also able to get a Weaver SD40 from a forum member at a VERY nice price to use as an upgrade model.
Here it is with the original QSI board still installed.
I took out all of the electronics to prepare for the upgrade. I also replaced the original lights with LEDs. Here are some pics of that process.
Original grain of wheat bulbs.
LED replacements with 1k ohm resistor
The model had black handrails but the original Chessie #7619 had orange handrails. So they got a first coat of paint tonight.
That's all for now. I will post updates to this thread as I make some more progress. Oh yeah, I almost forgot. Since I have converted to the dark side, this one will be battery powered like my last engine upgrades too. I am definitely hooked. My operating sessions are fun and trouble free.
Have Fun!
Ron
