Hello Everyone- I am thinking about buying a Climax. Can anyone share their experience with the current model. Has anyone bought one without sound and then added sound? If so, did you have to replace the decoder or is there a sound module that can be added? Would I be better served just waiting and buying a sound equipped model? Any input would be appreciated.

Barney

I have just had my first experience with the Parts department and I must say that I am just pleased with the experience. I just felt the need to let folks know that I found the Parts Dept. to be responsive to my email, helpful, and just a pleasure to deal with. Thank you to the folks at Bachmann. I have been a loyal customer and you have just given me reason to remain one.

Hi Everyone- I just bought a Bachmann 3 truck Shay and the previous owner said that it ran a bit slower than his other trains. Well, He was correct. This Shay operates at less than 1/2 the speed of my other Loco's. Maybe as slow as 1/3. I expected that it would be slower because of the design of the Shay, however is this speed normal?

Happy New Year to All- Will a Bachmann 3 truck Shay operate on an 18" radius layout? Thanks- Barney

Would anyone happen to know what specific sound decoder and speaker will fit in a Bachmann Model #84114, K4 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive. I do not have one, but I am considering buying one and would like to give it sound. Do they have decoders with NMRA 8 PIN connectors? Thanks.

I just bought a 4-6-0 52" with sound. Has anyone had experience with this Locomotive?