Doneldon-

Thanks, I wasn't sure if the extra resistance would be a problem.  I will try it. 

Steve

Thanks for the input.  The swap was easy (easier than taking the vanderbilt tender apart) and everything works fine.  I did not solder the rear tender light to the circuit board (didn't know if it would cause a problem) but I can live without the tender light.  Steve

I have a Bachmann USRA light 4-8-2 and want to use the Hicken style vanderbilt tender on this engine.  The circuit boards are different and the wiring is not compatible.  Has anyone made this change?  Are there wiring diagrams available?

Thanks, Steve