Power draw

14 buildings x 2 bulbs x 3.5watts/bulb = 98 watts. The CW puts out 5 amps max(80 watts) and then the foldback circuit kicks in protecting the transformer(flashing green light)... and this is before allowing 35-40 watts for your bump-n-go.

If you set your lights on the ACC programmed to 9-10 volts, and run your bump-n-go on the throttle just enough for satisfactory operation, the CW might cut it.

Otherwise, you should be looking at a KW(190 watts input), V(150 watts input)  or VW (yes V W - 150 watts input) transformer at a minimum.

Yeah its cook the CW 80.thanks for the information

So how big a watts should I get.

What transformer do you recommend .?

Big as you can afford.  You can't have too much capacity, but you can have too little.

There are good deals on transformers like the Lionel KW, that will give you 140-150 watts at the output, sufficient for this task.  Just add a decent circuit breaker to the output.

Kent has some excellent rebuilt Lionel transformers for attractive prices, one of these will likely outlast you.

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My recollection is that the CW-80 has a replaceable fuse that you might want to consider replacing if its blown and using the transformer as a back-up or for another purpose. The screws holding the case together are tough to get out (triangular "slots"), but for short money, it might be worthwhile.

You can grind down an old screwdriver to make the triangular driver if you don't have one, it's pretty easy.

If it is the fuse where do I get one from.

My recollection is that it is an automotive blade-type fuse available at most auto supply stores.

Got it open but I don't see one what should it be.?

Don't  see any fuse.where should it be located.?

Brian

Should be there, it's an 8A fuse.  You may be overlooking it as it's in heatshrink in the secondary lead of the transformer.

Ok I'll check again .your probably right.

You might also consider changing out those incandescent lamps for LEDs. 1/10 the power draw.

Already thinking of that just alot work .not easy to get to.

Well check fusevand it good so only thing left is the transformer. Anybody where I could get a replacement transformer.????

Hardly the only thing.  The last failure I'd expect is the transformer core, it's far more likely to be the logic board!

Did you do the obvious and check if AC voltage is present on the secondary winding where it joins the board.

Not yet but did buy a transformer from ken.the guy you recommend.