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I definitely would not want to go back and install DCC Decoders in any of my N-Scale engines! While some guys can do it and have fun, I'm not one of them. You might find a Hobby Shop that will do this for you, but it would have been much easier if you could have bought them with the Decoders already installed. You also should as yourself the question "Just how many trains/engines can I safely run at the same time?" For me, the answer is "1" maybe a second one, but I doubt it. Now if you layout was large enough where you would have several operators at the same time, this is different. But most home model RR's are not any where large enough to need DCC. If I thought I had a large enough layout for 2 operators I would simply use a DPDT toggle switch to go from cab 1 to cab 2 with the center position being "Off." I like walk-around throttles as I like to be right where the train is to throw switches, un-couple cars, etc. I don't need or want DCC. Good luck, gtirr
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