Model Railroad DC or DCC? How To Wire REVERSE LOOPS!

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DC or DCC or Both? How to wire reverse loops.
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@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

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@nathanpohl8732 11 месяцев назад

this really help me! I in the early stages of my layout and this defiantly showed me way dcc is so much better than dc. Defiantly going to use dcc.

@TwoRailfans 11 месяцев назад

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="81">1:21</a> That backdrop turned out great! After decades using DC, we finally made the switch to DCC and have never been happier. As you illustrated in this video, I think most people in this hobby over exaggerate the wiring required for both DC and DCC, although we did end up soldering feeder wires all around the layout to each piece of track.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Awesome guys

@Cowboy_Steve 11 месяцев назад

Howdy DJ! Very cool video. I'm starting from scratch so going DCC right off the bat. Your explanation for reverse loops is extremely helpful! It has taken some of the angst out of adding a reverse loop, if I decide to have one. Technology is cool... lol. Really enjoying your videos - thanks for sharing 🤠

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Glad it helped

@radiofry 11 месяцев назад

I have a small 3x5ish n scale layout and only one locomotive. I setup a switch with center off, one way is DCC, the other sets the track to be programming track. I can’t imagine running without DCC now. My four year old loves running my train with my phone every night. He can’t read the buttons, but he’s figured out the speed controls, headlight, whistle, and bell.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

I love this comment

@adriengadson3544 11 месяцев назад

Yep tell people not to be afraid of DCC . It was maybe scary in the early 90's , but now easy and reliable. Also switching loops are nothing to worry about. There are plenty of products that do it now. Compared to when I was about 11 . I use to rob switches from old appliances and learned this in DC. . Also good to see you on the layout again. The summer can be busy and robs train time.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Agree

@mpetersen6 13 дней назад

Mechanically I'm pretty sharp. One thing l did years ago was tear down the reduction drive on the old Athearn drive on their diesel to and redesign it to get even more gear reduction. Did not have the machinery to make it though. But electrical. I have trouble getting the red electricicals to go down the red wire and the black ones to go down the black. This makes things clearer. One thing l think would make things a lot easier for everybody is using on board power with a Bluetooth connection. The only track power you'd need might be for a parking track to recharge the battery. N scale it might be tough to find room for the battery on freight locomotives but passenger trains should be no problem.

@mikehowey4869 11 месяцев назад

When I get to the wiring part of my layout I'm going with DCC. Your video answers some of my questions.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Glad I could help

@KutWrite 11 месяцев назад

Fun and informative. That Ridge "locate" idea is great. Your scenery is fantastic. I smiled, remembering how you built all of those factories, mountains, and towns. Thanks for having me along.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@CSXOhioRailFanPlus752 11 месяцев назад

Nice Layout

@SD45-ET44AC 11 месяцев назад

I tried the Ridge wallet but I don’t have the manual dexterity to pull the cards out with my thumb the way I used to do, so I’ll stick with my old fashioned bi-fold wallet. I also use a money pouch because a pouch gives me a better place for my change. However, that being said, the return was easy as long as I had all the original packaging, which I knew right where it was.

@secretagentbill1 11 месяцев назад

I also like the idea of having both DCC and DC. When I bought the NCE Power cab and started experimenting with DCC, I soon realized that some of my locomotives are going to be a pain to convert to DCC, if even possible. Having a DC option, even if just the main loop, would give an opportunity to run some of the old motive power. I did just convert one of my 2-8-8-2 steamers to DCC, which was a challenge, but actually turned out well. I have another one, and might try and get some video of the project, as I'm trying to start collecting content for RU-vid. We'll see how that goes.

@randydobson1863 11 месяцев назад

hello dj it's is randy and i like yours video is cool thanks dj friends randy

@coalcracker1655 11 месяцев назад

Hey DJ, Great Vid,,,,,, but after collecting, custom painting/decaling, & super detailing like over 200 locomotives in PRR, RDG, LV, & LNE, I'm not about to start buying decoders for all of them or..... try to figure out how to modify them to convert. When I retire this time next year, It will be permanent layout building time, and the layout will be DC w/ Code 80 track on cork roadbed. I've been hoarding it for years. I do own some BLI Loco's, and like that they are both DC/DCC. I want to be able to run all of my engines at will, and will have it wired to do that. I had hoped to talk to you and others at Altoona, but it falls on the same weekend as the PA Bowhunters Festival in Forksville, Sullivan Co. Enjoy and thanks for the vids

@secretagentbill1 11 месяцев назад

Good stuff. I've seen videos before on using the AR-1 and that sure simplifies wiring of the loops. It also simplifies track planning, as you don't have to worry so much about creating wiring nightmares. I really like how your layout is coming together. I kind of want to see more about that 2x4 that looks like a lift-out section. I've been modifying my track plan to perhaps abandon the reverse loop - dog bone style and more towards a loop around the room with a lift-out for the door. I didn't want to take over the whole room, but it's a small space...

@theMudFather 11 месяцев назад

Djstrains, you portion/segment on Reverse Loop is good advice and explanation, and I know you said, "its only your opinion" to have both DC and DCC switchable to the same track, but this is not a good practice to promote both on the same layout unless their loops are totally isolated from each other.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

I understand, and agree that there is increased likelihood of problems which I tried to address the pros and cons in this video

@cncpgreatlakesdiv4896 11 месяцев назад

great video DJ THX for sharing.😊😊👍👍

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@roncrook8656 11 месяцев назад

DJ, as always thanks much for posting these kind of videos. You must have that auto reverser on hand for a bit..NCE no longer offers the AR1, their current Autoreverser is AR10. I hope to get the track down and mine hooked up this weekend.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Wow! Didn’t know! Yes, since previous layout

@simonetaormina7080 11 месяцев назад

Hi DJ hope all is well, saw this video and it was just what I need on the reverse loop. As far as DCC or DC I operate pretty much prototypical so DCC way to go. I’m about the same size layout and plenty of switching. Does each loop require an AR1 board? Or one for each loop? I intend to redesign my layout and thought there was no circuit board that’s great thanks again. Look out for my videos of the build in the future.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Yeah, I believe one for each reversing section.

@TheRailfanJournal 11 месяцев назад

Awesome info, DJ!

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Appreciate it!

@eottoe2001 11 месяцев назад

Bless you, man!

@4everdc302 11 месяцев назад

Still watching🚂🇨🇦🇺🇲🙋

@DorstanGoopsbie-mu8tn 8 месяцев назад

Love your videos! Can you explain how to wire the DPDT switch so I can connect my Digitrax Evolution DCC and connect a DC transformer to the layout using this switch? Much appreciated!

@RidgeWalletYT 11 месяцев назад

Cool wallet 🙌

@Quince828 11 месяцев назад

I’m under the impression that the auto reverser also works when you’re running DC. Is this correct? I intend to use a setup similar to yours so I can run my older locos that don’t have decoders.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Not the one I shown If there is one that can handle both, I am unaware of

@rickmiller4202 11 месяцев назад

Great video, with very good advice. WHOA!! Is that a 3D printed rotunda for the PRR station? An iconic entrance.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Yes! Wait until I paint it! So excited

@OldcampRanch 11 месяцев назад

Good advice 👍🏻

@FepitaSusuota 11 месяцев назад

I prefer MRC loop automatic change😊

@RonMontagueSWRR 11 месяцев назад

Great video 👍

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Thanks buddy

@Dirk-jx7yq 11 месяцев назад

That's cool dj

@ronaldrondeau7870 11 месяцев назад

Your wrigth thanks

@jenniferwhite6089 11 месяцев назад

if you were HO you would not lose the tiny wire like in the N scale LOL

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

HA!!

@chrisbarr1359 11 месяцев назад

Building an n scale layout of the North East Corridor. Will definitely have DCC, yet all of my passenger trains and some other engines are DC. Thinking about making an Amtrak passenger line with catanery that is only DC and not connected any way to the ready of the layout (which will eventually be DCC). The other option is the toggle between DC and DCC that D.J. just showed. But I'm scared that I will screw up and burn out some DCC boards. Which would be better? Any thoughts? Pleas share.

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Catenary is a brilliant idea

@brianhill2634 6 месяцев назад

Hi DJ, lovely video; I’m new to this hobby so ( N scale) is it possible you could help me! I have double loop ( DC only - 4ft x 2ft) and I would like to introduce double crossover (Kato - 20-210). The two tracks are independently wired, using a twin track Gauge master controller. My question is, how would I go about wiring this up and to include Kato crossover…. Your help will be appreciated…kind regards Brian H (England - UK)

@djstrains 6 месяцев назад

It’s really not as complicated as you fear. Since I am focusing on other things this year, I’d highly recommend you joining one of the many free forums online. Just google “model railroad forums”. I belong to 4 of them lol

@nomadsempirebuilder9461 11 месяцев назад

I need you to Advice my Kato V!4 V11 and V16 lol and i got M1 V5 and V6 but my table don't have enough room lol

@nomadsempirebuilder9461 11 месяцев назад

I got the tech 6 and Digitrax lol

@joshuawstone08 11 месяцев назад

If it’s two loops can you do one with DCC and the other with dc?

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Yes, as long as they don’t cross or connect in any way

@keithmoore5306 11 месяцев назад

your bus wire looked to be either 14 or 16 gauge DJ, and soldering ain;t that hard if you're using an iron with the right size tip it just takes some practice! by the way, you know how the willard yard has the woods around it, you wouldn't know which office position you'd talk to about getting to hunt them by chance? i've seen a couple bucks by them that had to be 10 pointers if not 12!!

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Hey Keith, CSX is so corporate controlled that nobody at low levels can make a decision regarding anything

@keithmoore5306 11 месяцев назад

@@djstrainsOK thought i'd ask i'll find a way to get those deer one way or another!!!

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

its easier to ask for forgiveness than permission.

@keithmoore5306 11 месяцев назад

@@djstrainsactually i was thinking something close to that!! just not put that refined or civilized!

@sparky107107 11 месяцев назад

hey hey

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Hey hey hey! I’ll be in Toronto in October

@sparky107107 11 месяцев назад

@@djstrains don't say that. second weekend I am in Scranton and 3rd weekend I am at Timodium

@basic186 11 месяцев назад

dcc cost more than i can afford

@djstrains 11 месяцев назад

Ok, I can understand a little. Here is what I have: amzn.to/3R6jBjk. But that is roughly the cost of 1 or 2 DC locomotives. or a simple model train starter set. But the benefits and future benefits in my opinion, are worth the couple extra dollars.