Reply to "which transformer to buy Lionel or MTH ?"

Chris LoneroOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBER

Bart1 posted:
Allan,
Curious why you mentioned not using a CW80 Transformer vs Z1000 when running just LionChief Plus engines.
It appears the Z1000 puts out 100 watts versus 80 watts but is that a big deal?
Probably missing something here as I am just a newbie on transformers.
Thanks,
Bart

Based on my own experience the CW80 is a problem child. There have been many posts about problems with that transformer. I had 2 die on me a few years back. From my own personal experience the Z1000 has worked flawlessly for me. I'm not brand loyal whatever works reliably is the way I go no matter who makes the product. I also have a ZW-L which has worked very well with no problems. I also know many people that have the Z4000 which is a great transformer as well. Here is a link to the Trainworld site. The Z1000 is also cheaper than the outgoing CW80.

https://www.trainworld.com/man...-z-1000-transformer/

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