New N scale RS 11 Atlas

Model Railroader General Discussion (Model Railroader)
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Hello,Does anyone know what Decoder will fit a new Atlas dcc ready Rs 11 and maybe how difficult the process to install? Thanks Brian

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Brian,

Read the review that I posted on the locomotive:
http://www.trains.com/community/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=60113

I have not tried that decoder yet, but the non-decoder light boards are identical between the RS11 and SD7/9.

The trickiest part of the decoder installation on the SD7/9s was that the contact strips that run from the motor brush caps to the bottom of the light board or decoder are a bit on the flimsy side, so you will need to make sure they do not fold out of shape. They need to constantly touch two metal contacts on the underside of the decoder. Otherwise, it is a breeze.

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Thanks Mark for the advice and Quick reply I have my eye on the new MEC Rs 11 and maybe i"ll give it a try.