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General Lionel Model Train Discussion / 8769 Train Set Switcher mid-1990's
« on: March 24, 2017, 09:53:19 am »
I bought a mid-90's # 8769 Republic Steel switcher that is apparently out of a set. It is a DC - powered loco. I have an AC layout.
I know I cannot run he DC loco on an AC layout. I have (only) $25 in this and it is in good shape- I would keep it and run it if I could somehow convert it to run on AC.
But I can buy a NEW Lionchief controlled PRR switcher out of a set- for just over $100. It would seem I can't justify much expense on the 8769. Any thoughts??
I know I cannot run he DC loco on an AC layout. I have (only) $25 in this and it is in good shape- I would keep it and run it if I could somehow convert it to run on AC.
But I can buy a NEW Lionchief controlled PRR switcher out of a set- for just over $100. It would seem I can't justify much expense on the 8769. Any thoughts??
