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Title: DCC sound conversion for a doodle bug
Post by: TERRYINTEXAS on August 06, 2012, 06:00:31 PM
Is there a thread already started for this subject
Thanks Terry
Title: Re: DCC sound conversion for a doodle bug
Post by: richg on August 14, 2012, 06:42:26 PM
I think there was at one time. Search the general and HO forums.

Rich
Title: Re: DCC sound conversion for a doodle bug
Post by: TERRYINTEXAS on August 21, 2012, 04:43:23 PM
Quote from: richg on August 14, 2012, 06:42:26 PM
I think there was at one time. Search the general and HO forums.

Rich

I found nothing here Rich
but for any that are interested they can read about the conversion here
http://cs.trains.com/mrr/f/744/t/208628.aspx
Title: Re: DCC sound conversion for a doodle bug
Post by: Tom M. on August 21, 2012, 09:54:49 PM
I installed a Micro Tsunami with the Cummins Diesel sound set that was originally intended for use in a GE 44-tonner.  So, my Doodlebug represents one that had its gasoline motor replaced and upgraded with a Cummins diesel.  The decoder itself was mounted on the plastic "shelf" above the motor.  I placed a mini-oval speaker and enclosure in the passenger compartment near the bulkhead to the baggage area.  I had to trim the floor/seat insert slightly to make room for the speaker/enclosure.  I trimmed the first 3 rows of seats but retained the outer portion of them nearest the windows.  I disguised the speaker by placing seated passengers in the seats adjacent to it.  I also changed the headlight to use a brighter 0602 surface mount LED and added a working rear headlight.

Good luck,

Tom