Is it possible (and easy) to install PS2 into a Bachmann Ten-Wheeler?
The engine I have isn't an "Annie" (Anniversary) engine, but it does have metal siderods. I've been running it using my old Aristo-Craft Train Engineer and a power supply from an old laptop computer. I have a PS2 kit laying around and thought it might be a good project.
I've read that the PS2 and DCS can be run off DC, does that mean I can use the laptop power supply (straight to the TIU)? The power supply has a 18.5v, 3.5amp DC output.
What I hope to get out of it is better steam sounds and possibly bell and whistle, along with headlight and backup light. Smoke is of no matter.
The only thing I'm concerned about is the POS can motor in the Bachmann engine, but I've seen O scale enignes with the same style motor in them.
It works fine as it is, but hey, experimenting is half the fun!
I had his site marked but forgot about it.
I had to take photos before I took mine apart last year to repaint it, had to bag each piece and label where they came from.