Bachmann 44 tonner - making it better

[wm3798]

Thanks.  I'll hold mine in reserve, although it may not be something high on my priority list.  I like the transparency of the Bachmann decoder when operating on the old DC layout, and I don't have much call to run DCC these days.  If the new decoder can be fully dual mode, then I'll jump, but I've found that most decoders gum up the works and I don't want to risk damaging the board or the motor by running it on DC.
I'm not above buying a second copy to have one for each operating system, but again, not an immediate priority.
Lee

[R L Smith]

In case there is a "wait list", I would like to be added to that for a quantity of two.

Ron

[peteski]

Just so there arent' any misunderstandings:

I made a batch of boards and have 10 spares.  I offered those extras to the interesting parties. No more boards will be produced.  Throughout the thread it just happens that 10 people requested those boards (I counted on one each).  If someone opts out now, the board will become available to someone else on the list (members who asked for more than one board).  I highly doubt that I will end up with any decoders to fulfill additional requests.

@wm3798 : From the time I started dabbling in DCC (over 20 years ago) to the present time, *ALL* the decoders are "dual mode". They run on DCC and DC.  Non-sound decoders handle DC well because their internal computer circuits can run on much lower voltages than sound decoders.  Sound decoders will operate on  DC, but not all that well.  By "running well" I mean on pure DC, from around 3V to 12V.  Unfiltered rectified DC, or pulse DC can often confuse the decoder.  Some brands deal with "impure" DC better than others. Since in this example only non-sound decoders, they should run ok on DC.

So Lee, your request is sort of vague.  I guess I'll PM you (a bit later) to get a more solid response from you.  Judging by what you just posted, I suspect that the original Bachmann decoder will suit you just fine.  Most people like a decoder upgrade for better motor control, and more flexible features (like the V-MID and V-MAX, PWM frequency, etc.) and to have a decoder that is similar to other decoders they use on their layout.  I'm not trying to talk you out of getting the upgraded board, but I suspect it will not make much difference to you.

[wm3798]

To keep matters simple, I will defer to the next chap in line.

I have enough projects to see me through to the horizon, no need to add one that's purely optional.
Lee

[towl1996]

Thanks @peteski , I'm still interested. And would like one with the decoder installed. 

[R L Smith]

I made a batch of boards and have 10 spares.  I offered those extras to the interesting parties. No more boards will be produced.  Throughout the thread it just happens that 10 people requested those boards (I counted on one each).  If someone opts out now, the board will become available to someone else on the list (members who asked for more than one board).  I highly doubt that I will end up with any decoders to fulfill additional requests

Peteski, that was always understood.  But not to ask is not to receive, so I threw my name in the hat in case other folks had changed their plans.  Didn't mean to complicate the plumbing...


RLS

[Mike the Modeler]

Pete,
Please add me to your list for any unclaimed boards.

Mike

[glakedylan]

Pete....have not heard anything....i posted my interest in a board....just making sure you got me in the list if there are any left.
thanks
Gary

[peteski]

Pete....have not heard anything....i posted my interest in a board....just making sure you got me in the list if there are any left.
thanks
Gary

I got your request Gary. See https://www.therailwire.net/forum/index.php?topic=32605.msg714238#msg714238

[glakedylan]

ah, yes....darn, one of those senior memory moments. thanks Pete! 

[dariaphoebe]

Mine are off being painted and decalled now (Claremont & Concord) so, thank you much for doing the decoders!

[peteski]

Mine are off being painted and decalled now (Claremont & Concord) so, thank you much for doing the decoders!

Good to know Daria - thanks for the follow up, and you're welcome.

To update the rest of individuals waiting for their decoder boards, they are all packed and ready to be mailed, but I first want to create a basic installation instructions since there is a slight chassis modification required.  Stand by just a bit longer please.

[u18b]

Pete,
This has ended up being a big job for you.
Thank you for your time.

[dariaphoebe]

Finally put tungsten cubes in the cabs of mine today and I have magnets under the fuel tanks, with metal strips to mount under the track on my steep grade. Plus they’ll be doubleheaded. Hopefully that’s enough.

[Cajonpassfan]

Finally put tungsten cubes in the cabs of mine today and I have magnets under the fuel tanks, with metal strips to mount under the track on my steep grade. Plus they’ll be doubleheaded. Hopefully that’s enough.

Magnets under the fuel tanks and metal strips under the track? Huh?
Otto K.