While trying to install DCC the contact on the PCB to the motor snapped off. Even though I soldered the contact again, it still breaks again because it is too fragile.
I am wondering am I better off calling the service department to ask for a ne w PCB to save time, or should I send the loco back?
PS. The loco is a Spectrum GE Dash8-40CW.
you should call and see what they want you to do
Dear Conradin,
Give the service department a call tomorrow.
Have fun!
the Bach-man
Damn, I found out the motor was also burnt. The loco is history :(
I dismantled the entire loco, and tested the motor...it works, so that is good news. I still need to test the lights. Come Monday I think I'm gonna give the service department a call, to see if they can just send me a PCB with the lights soldered on already, if not, just the PCB will be good enough. I just have to solder the lights myself.
For DCC, you don't need the PCB.
Hard-wire a decoder that fits and place a resistor in the light circuit.