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Trying out Bachmann HO Again after hearing good things
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[quote]QUOTE: <i>Originally posted by tstage</i> <br /><br />Are we talking about the $40 DCC-equipped Bachmann locomoitves here? <br /> <br />Tom <br />[/quote] <br /> <br />Yes, that's the one! <br /> <br />UPDATE: So I put an Athearn GP50 in front of it to slow it down a little on the downgrades and the problem seems to be solved. However: <br /> <br />When I put the Athearn loco behind the Bachmann so it was pulling it, the problem re-appeared, but with much less frequency. <br /> <br />So I would say the thing to consider here is that the Bachmann units have this problem with their gearing as RRINKER pointed out. But it's only a problem on serious downgrades. (I'd say 3% and above.) If you don't have more than 2% downgrades, you're fine. Or if you plan to run it in a consist. Aside from this little problem, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the loco! Especially given the price! <br /> <br />The only other thing I would say is that I wi***he lighting on the unit was brighter. Almost impossible to see in a bright room. <br /> <br />I've got another Bachmann unit coming so we'll see how two Bachmann locos handle the gearing problem. My guess is that I will always need to run this loco with the Athearn, aside from switching duties. <br /> <br />Jawbone
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