Walthers update 94 new roadnames for walthersproto ho emd. Wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho. Unfollow proto 2000 f7 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Fyi, basically, the reverse loop is too short for long passenger trains, but that isnt my problem here.
Life like proto 2000 e8 e9 body shell southern pacific sp 6052. This is a proto 2000 nickel plate gp30, nkp 900, which i changed to frisco lettering, and added a few details. But with the arrival of the f7 in 1949, emd had exactly. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum ho equipped. View and download walthers gp7 phase ii operation manual online. All new proto 2000 products appear on the walthers proto 2000 pages. Squealing brakes and flanges f7 in forward or reverse. Quantum dcc reference manual 7142 15 december 2003 important notes about quantum dcc operation this is a complete reference manual for dcc features included in the qsi quantum system. Walthers 920584494 ho replacement geared diesel wheelsets fits early proto. I was running the locomotive and its 3 siblings at the club today in analog and encountered problems with one of our reverse loops. Looking for some advice of a ho proto 2000 sw91200 92041418 with factory installed sound decoder. Problems encountered in installing a dcc decoder in a proto 2000 gp60 or gp38.
And, yes, it gives out a nice series of cathunks when it runs. Wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho gp9. The f7 retained the 1500 horsepower 567b prime mover of the f3, but with better electrical equipment, it had a. Nov 08, 2010 have had the same problem for years with two proto 2000 locos, both sixaxle, but ive solved it. Proto 2000 f7 model railroader magazine model railroading. Wiring for dcc decoder install into a proto 2000 ho e7. However this version is detailed to model what railfans refer to as a phase ii f7, including vertical slit louvers and farr air grills and a 48 diameter dynamic brake fan.
Life like proto fm t1 life like proto rdc t1 life like proto rs11 t1 life like proto rs2 mc2 life like proto 2000 alco fa2. Buy proto 2000 92047686 ho scale dinner belle emd f7. Tcs advertises that the ll8 is specifcially made for proto 2000 products. Apr 18, 2011 this is a proto 2000 nickel plate gp30, nkp 900, which i changed to frisco lettering, and added a few details. Walthers ho scale 933822 f7 f9 diesel dress up kit. The proto 2000 gp60, and the proto 2000 gp38 both have number board lights wired between the motor lead and one of the power leads. The sound and the running characteristics are really good especially the diesel transistion sounds. Walthersproto 920 walthersproto locomotives and rolling stock are the pinnacle of the walthers line and offer a combination of accuracy, roadspecific detail, innovative features, and superb operation that is unmatched in the hobby.
Older proto 2000 e7 with qsi sound decoder question. Proto 2000 sw9 dcc problems model railroad hobbyist. The plastic box at the back of the unit is where the capacitors are located. Shop online for 12 lifelikeproto model train locomotives. Dec 19, 2011 how to fix proto 2000 axles the dreaded p2k split axle epidemic. How to fix proto 2000 axles the dreaded p2k split axle. Check your dcc system manual for programming on the main or the programming track. Remove the 8 pin dummy plug from lifelike proto 2000 light board. Protosound 1 locomotives were produced in the 1990s and were replaced in the m. Total ratings 11, walthers 92020 ho trucks without wheels pkg 12 5 wheelbase. Its just the size to be at home in even the most modest model railroad yards and industrial districts. Although the quick start descriptions of dcc operation will allow you to begin operating your. An extensive user manual describes how to program the decoder using.
Lifelikes new proto 2000 series united states railroad administration 060 steam switcher is a sweet little yard engine. Installations tonys decoder installations 57 river rd. This installation note assumes you have read the sections on wiring specific locomotives, using minature lamps and sound. Oct 29, 2016 model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts.
The proto line was later created to produce a line of trains that would compete against other midrange products like those made by athearn and walthers. Walthers gp7 phase ii operation manual pdf download. Headlights the headlights for both proto and proto 2000 have been set up with three volt bulbs, with the diodes dropping the current for the bulbs in a dc environment. Lifelike was a manufacturer of model trains and accessories. Life like proto 2000 undecorated emd gp18 diesel locomotive. Nscale diagrams and information literature page 49. Mrc recommended decoders model rectifier corporation. The proto 2000 bl2 is an ho scale model of the emd bl2 introduced by lifelike trains in 1989, the first in their series of higherquality proto 2000 products. Lifelike proto 2000 e6 e7 e8 e9 worm gear and shafts. Walthers update 94 new roadnames for walthersproto ho emd f7 locomotives. Life like proto 2000 undecorated emd gp18 available. In 1960 the company purchased the assets of the defunct varney scale models and began manufacturing model trains and accessories under the name lifelike in 1970. Model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts. Proto soundequipped locomotives include all of the amazing features found in aftermarket tsunami decoders, including the ability to set up manual notching.
Highly detailed walthersproto emd f7a and f7b diesels will be here in january 2018 wearing new roadnames. Wiring for dcc decoder install into a proto 2000 ho e7 or. Its accurate, wellproportioned, and an extremely smooth and quiet runner. Proto 2000 sw9 dcc problems model railroad hobbyist magazine. The released made a big impact on the hobby of model railroading, as it was the first.
Walthers proto great northern 2000 f3 with tds supersonic speakers, esu loksound and tcs keep. Repairing a couple of common faults found on older proto 2000 diesels. But with the arrival of the f7 in 1949, emd had exactly what the railroads needed to begin dieselizing with a vengeance. Jun 14, 2015 repairing a couple of common faults found on older proto 2000 diesels.
Walthers proto 2000 series limited edition h1044 locomotive. Lifelikes new proto 2000series united states railroad administration 060 steam switcher is a sweet little yard engine. One of them started running erratically and acted like it was going over a stray piece of ballast every inch or so. I have quite a few p2k proto 2000 fouraxle engines on my layout. We strongly recommend that you mark the decoder andor harness so that you will remember that you have modified it. Unfortunately no manual with the box, so i cant figure out what settings may be. Older proto 2000 e7 with qsi sound decoder question posted by cudaken on saturday, october 29, 2016 8. Purchased the unit at a show, and after getting on the track discovered that the sounds work ok, but the engine motion seems to be incorrect. Apologies for poor sound quality, caused by ipad microphone. Proto soundequipped locomotives include all of the amazing features found in aftermarket tsunami decoders, including the ability to set up manual notching, a built in 7 band equalizer, built in reverb, all 15 hyperlight lighting effects, and advanced motor control. Central hobbies stocks some lifelike proto 2000 canadian road names and some us road names. How to fix proto 2000 axles the dreaded p2k split axle epidemic.
Ho scale e7a diesel locomotive by proto 2000 from walthers. This causes the decoder to see a short circuit between pins 4 and 5 which usually results in a blown decoder. An extensive dcc instruction manual for the qsi quantum decoder, including a list of all the. In 1989, lifelike introduced the proto 2000 line of finely detailed ho scale diesel locomotives. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped locomotives. The b unit features steam generator details on the roof. Life like ho scale 1004 texas f40ph diesel locomotive. Before installing the decoder in the locomotive, unsolder the yellow wire from pin 2 and resolder it to pin 3 empty pin on the decoder harness plug board.
Walthers proto 2000 series, bl2 diesel locomotive, western maryland 81, new 254543900859. Have had the same problem for years with two proto 2000 locos, both sixaxle, but ive solved it. Walthers allnew ho proto 2000 f3s are offered in eight popular paint schemes and undecorated. Older proto 2000 e7 with qsi sound decoder question model. Use this chart to troubleshoot protosound 1 more commonly referred to as protosound or original protosound. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped. Lifelike information and diagrams literature page 46. Walthers proto great northern 2000 f3 with tds supersonic. Our locomotives feature optional dcc decoders and sound as well as our renowned walthersproto drive with its. As walthers now owns the proto 2000 brand this page will eventually go away. Visit we take a close up look at walthers empire builder emd f3s aba set, fitted out with esu loksound, a pair of. Products of lifelike proto model train locomotives. Soundtraxx 141 burnett drive durango, colorado 81 united states of america call us at 970 2590690.
Walthers ho scale model railroad parts and spares for sale. Ho scale walthers mainline 910257 emd sd60m 2 or 3 window diesel detail kit. Walthers ho scale model railroad parts and spares for sale ebay. Cylinder cocks can also be armed in neutral with the f7 key or the f6 start up key without. If you use the programming track you will need a programing track booster. In 2005 the parent company, lifoam industries, llc, chose to concentrate on their core products and sold their model railroad operations to hobby distributor wm. The older proto 2000 models arent dcc ready, so here i show you how i converted mine, whilst also adding new lighting. Subcategories for lifelikeproto model train locomotives. Walthers proto 2000 series, bl2 diesel locomotive, western. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum q1a ho equipped. It increased the locos speed so it now consists well with atlas, kato, and stewart 6axles.
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