I have a couple WBB engines I would like to upgrade to command control.
Item #21217 Alaska GP38
Item #40601 Southern Baldwin 4-6-0
I don't really need all of the fancy DCS controls, I just want the basic forward/reverse and speed controls with sound, LED lighting, and maybe a fan driven smoke unit in the steamer if there is room (thinking GRJ chuffer). Remote couplers would be a bonus but not a requirement.
Should I go with the full PS3 upgrade, or would it be cheaper to do a basic TMCC upgrade and pick up a used TMCC base to connect to my TIU? What would the cost difference be (ballpark)? I know the base is an added expense, but if I should want to upgrade another engine later on I would already have it.
What would you do? Suggestions welcome.