The subject is a Williams GG1 from 1979 with 2 big Pittman motors. Simply, I wish to get rid of the buzzing mechanical E unit, which is way noisier than the motors. I have an electronic unit from a small DC motored Lionel engine from the '80's and wonder if it is robust enough to use in the Williams? Any other alternatives?
Bruce
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Dallee has 2 amp, 4 amp, and 12 amp reverse units - sound units, too
The Lionel Electronic E-units are really low end and I usually swap them out for something better. I have only tried a Williams by Bachmann electronic e-unit and it was super easy and simple to install
The electronic unit from a small Lionel will not be suitable for that GG1. Personally, I'd put a query in the Wanted to Buy for a Williams reverse unit, they will handle that engine just fine. I run across them regularly from upgrades.
The subject is a Williams GG1 from 1979 with 2 big Pittman motors. Simply, I wish to get rid of the buzzing mechanical E unit, which is way noisier than the motors. I have an electronic unit from a small DC motored Lionel engine from the '80's and wonder if it is robust enough to use in the Williams? Any other alternatives?
Bruce
All we ever use is DALLEE. Go to their web site
and check them out.
Dave, LBR
Marty F posted a WBB reverse unit for sale a couple of days ago. If it is still available Check his post here
Thanks guys! Thought I'd inquire before I accidentally fry the unit I have on hand. I'll probably shop around locally. By the time the one from Marty arrived here, the cost would be double what I paid for the engine. None the less, I sure appreciate the lead, rtr12.
Bruce
I've found it convenient to install manual reversing switches on some of my 3-rail locomotives as an alternative to E-units. In most cases I use a mini-DPDT switch with the lever poking out through the slot previously used by the E-unit lockout.
Thanks guys! Thought I'd inquire before I accidentally fry the unit I have on hand. I'll probably shop around locally. By the time the one from Marty arrived here, the cost would be double what I paid for the engine. None the less, I sure appreciate the lead, rtr12.
Bruce
You are most welcome, thought it might be something you could use? I have command only and have no idea what a good price for these things would be?
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