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LGB Decoders

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LGB Decoders
Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, December 8, 2004 12:46 AM
can lgb decoders be put in other manufacturer's locos? i was thinking of usa's nw-2 or maybe a gp-7or 9. i went ga-ga for lgb, without checking out the long term viability and their lack of American diesels. this is my first post - go easy on me[8D]
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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, December 8, 2004 7:09 AM
Sound to me like you went the right way. [:)] The LGB decoders can be installed in other brands, but you will have to be careful of the power consumption of the loco. The MTS will handle 5 amps. Some USA and Aristo Locos draw close to that one their own, so you may not be able to operate more than one train at a time.
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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, December 8, 2004 11:38 PM
Yeah, Richard has a point, I personally wouldn't do it.


Rgds Ian

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