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Train Control System n scale decoders

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Train Control System n scale decoders
Posted by Seanthehack on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 5:01 PM

I was wondering if anyone has experience with Train Control Systems n scale decoders, specifically the CN-series.  Are they a quality decoder and esay to install?   They appear to be a bit more expensive than a digitrax decoder, however not having the have the chassis milled is worth the extra cost in my opinion.  Any input would be great.  Sorry if this is a repost, I searched a did not find what I was looking for.

 Thanks,

Sean

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Posted by NevinW on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 5:19 PM

 Good solid decoders.  Well made.  I've had no problems.  Very helpful at meetings where they have had a booth.  They run my engines well.  -  Nevin

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Posted by cacole on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 8:06 PM

 All TCS decoders are an excellent product.  They are the only company I know of that offers a "Goof Proof" warranty.  They will replace the decoder even if it gets damaged by the installer.

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Posted by Seanthehack on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 8:12 PM

Great, thanks for the replies.  The TCS decoders sound like the way to go.

Sean

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Posted by rrinker on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 8:16 PM

 Totally worth it, they are very good decoders. But be sure to check all the manufacturers when it comes to N scale, each one makes drop-in board replacement decoders for different brands and models of locos, and one of those would be the easiest to fit, in general.

                           --Randy

 


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