I'm looking for a schematic of the Annie, so Dad and I can install a radio control system.  I'm not sure what version it is, but the item # is 81099.

Specifically, we're looking to set up a system (using easily accessible connector plugs and sockets) that lets us:
1) Use track power and control speed with a power pack
2) Use track power with radio control
3) and Radio control with battery power

The Locolink receiver is only rated for a Max voltage of 18V, so we also need some way to reduce the voltage from the 21V battery we have.

Thanks,
-Chris R

I understand that electric energy is produced when the traction motors are turned, which is then sent through resistors making the wheels difficult to turn, but I'd like to know where the electricity continues after the resistors.  Back to the traction motors, or to somewhere else to be grounded?

Next week is spring break, and Dad and I are heading out to the Sandpatch grade.  Anyone have any suggestions for lodging, preferably close to or even trackside?

I Found this website and was wondering about their work.

http://www.eddystonelocomotives.com/index.htm

Does anyone have any information on them?  Are their models "better than brass"?  I would like to be sure about them before considering to buy from them.