Steps to take for new PS2 engine

SirCaptainOGR Forum Member

I just purchased a new engine on ebay that will be my first Premier PS2 loco when it comes in (Previously have only had PS3 RK/Premier, and TMCC), as I understand this is '05 model with a 3V board and not the troublesome 5V (so no need hopefully to worry about it for a while), besides the usual oil / greasing that will undoubtedly be needed (also need to change traction tires as they were shown to be drying out/splitting), should I not think twice about picking up a BCR before I even begin to run it, and would there be anything else I should be looking into checking as well?

4/16/208:21 PM

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H1000OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

I think you have covered everything pretty good. If the battery holds charge and the engine works properly, I wouldn't worry about the BCR until the battery gives out. Have fun with your new engine!

4/16/208:31 PM

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Lehigh74OGR Forum Member

Wouldn't hurt to see if the battery is good. If you have the full DCS system, you can do a battery check.

But I had a 6 year old battery leak, so I replace all my batteries with BCRs.

You said you understand it is a 3V board, but some in 2005 still had the 5V board. If you know the MTH PN, you can find the manual on the MTH site and make sure.

4/16/209:46 PM

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