PS2 engines

I'd replace the blue one, that's the old NiCad, and surely it's past it's useful life.  The green ones are newer, those should be OK.  Obviously, if you replace them all with supercaps, that would eliminate any possible battery issue.

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

I'd replace the blue one, that's the old NiCad, and surely it's past it's useful life.  The green ones are newer, those should be OK.  Obviously, if you replace them all with supercaps, that would eliminate any possible battery issue.

Thanks John, So where do I get Supercaps and how much do they normally go for if you dont mind me asking?

Mike,

If you search for BCR on this forum, you will probably find enough posts to explain how to acquire what you need or even to build your own if you choose to go that route.  If I remember correctly, purchasing one from a LHS or a supplier will cost right around $20-$25.  Just note that PS1 and PS2 engines use a slightly different version of a BCR, but PS3 engines no longer require a battery.

Chuck

Thanks Chuck, Don't take this wrong. But I am not smart enough to build my own! LOL

Mike- click on GRJ's link in his post (JWA enhancements). Everything you need is there.

Bob

@RSJB18 posted:

Mike- click on GRJ's link in his post (JWA enhancements). Everything you need is there.

Bob

Thanks Bob!

I did a search and nothing came up.

You can buy the BCR (for PS1 and PS2 locos with the "9V" sized battery) and the BCR2  (for PS2 engines with the 3V heat shrink wrapped battery pack) from your local hobby shop or direct from the manufacturer J&W Electronics.  J&W has a volume deal, buy 7 get 1 free, buy 10 get 2 free (I think you can mix and match).  They do web and phone orders.    The original developer passed away, but some nice folks have taken over the business.

Bob

Thanks Bob, I will check it out.