I was recently told , by a junior railroader, that adding a decoder with sound would compromise the pulling power in my Bachmann Spectrum 4-8-2. Is this true?
Thanks.

I just got a new 4-8-2. I runs really nice. The headlight worked the first time I put it on the track but now after a short time running it doesn't light up. The glowing box inside the cab lights, but not the headlight. I un plugged and re plugged the harness but no luck. Please advise. thank you all.
Also, I want to install a decoder and sound unit. If anyone has an opinion of the best unit for my 4-8-2 heavy mtn. I would appreciate it.
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I was wondering if anyone knew the history of the symbol for the RF&P. I saw a circle with a triangle in the middle. Thanks.

I have built the "up-and-over in 4X6" layout from the Atlas book # 9. Will the Bachmann Spectrum 4-8-2 be able to negotiate the turns on this size layout. I am considering buying one to pull the 50' circus cars I have just bought. thanks