I am installing a Econami into a Proto FA1 using the replacement board with a plug for their current keeper, however due to size I am using a TCS KA4. The KA4 comes with a plug,

but it is not compatible with the Econami plug. Soundtraxx sells a jumper (double ended) that is compatible. By cutting in half I get two plugs. By cutting off the TCS plug and soldering

on the Sountraxx compatible plug I can simply plug it in and avoid the tiny solder pads. The dilemma is the two have different colored wires. Both have a blue (normally commom) and

Wanted to share a little bit on my recent light upgrade in the Kato Daylight Observation. 

I noticed that because of the HUGE light shroud the last 4 seats don’t get illuminated. 

And my little n scale family is not visible at all... 

i made a table lamp from a piece of clear sprue left over from some plastic window kit. Chucked it in a drill, and used mini files to slowly shape the shade, then to also cut underneath to form the base.. 

Hello DCC train modelers

I'm looking for advice on using an Infrared obstacle avoidance module connected to a DCC Concepts IP Cobalt turnout. The purpose is to have the module detect an on coming train and when the switch/points are in the wrong position the sensor/module will signal the Cobalt switch to change the points.

Anybody out there who has done this or have any knowledge/experience on how to do this it would be great to here from you?

Best regards

Paul