TDC8712 Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 I have a few questions for those much more experinced in DCC conversions.1) Is it possible to convert a vintage locomotive (1930--8712 loc) to DCC control?2) What benefit would I get if this is possible?3) Is there a down side from the conversion?4) Is there a source where this can be done?Thank you for the assistance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkingthedog Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Is it a Hornby O gauge loco. Only one I can find is clockwork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howbi Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Also, is it a 12v DC loco?...........HB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yelrow Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Its an 0-4-0 LMS 8712 is loco no. Series no 1 special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkingthedog Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 That’s right John but it’s clockwork as far as I can see. Digital Clockwork Control? https://www.brightontoymuseum.co.uk/index/Locomotive_LMS_8712,_No1_Special_(Hornby_Series) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2e0dtoeric Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Dredging into the dusty recesses of my memory - a friend who's name is log forgotten, used to have an early O gauge electric train-set (late 1950 - early 1960) and IF I recall, some of the clockwork loco's were electrified, but using the clockwork tin-can shells, thus retaining the keyhole. It wasn't 12v, though, and it's wheels used to shed sparks like a firework, especially when we put my clockwork coaches on the track behind it! (non-insulated wheels - and not knowing any better!) so after runnng for a while the scent of arcing electric in the room was significant! We got more than a few 'tingles' from it, too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howbi Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Could be this one........Hornby Series O Gauge E120 20v 0-4-0 LMS 8712 Tank Locomotive,..........HB /media/tinymce_upload/66429eb142e6468398ecdddaa61a4d83.pngApparently there are decoders designed for 20v systems but you would need a matching controller, very expensive.......HB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDC8712 Posted November 12, 2018 Author Share Posted November 12, 2018 Sorry for the vague information I initially supplied.1) The train was produced in early 1930's2) The train is an "O" gauge3) The locomotive is 20V4) Loco is the LMS 8712 series no 1 special5) I am sending it to Cliff Maddock for repair and he recommended I contact the forum for info on DCC conversion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yelrow Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 One similar fetched £ 160, plus on eBay. That’s the right loco, but cant see why you would want to convert it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishmanoz Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 May I answer your question this way: Can this loco be converted to DCC using the standard controllers and decoders made by Hornby and other suppliers to the OO and HO markets? No, their products don’t produce enough power and volts for this loco. Are there products from specialist suppliers that could do it? Most likely the answer is yes, most likely US-based and expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum-1211528 Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 This is a Meccano O gauge loco its worth money you put a DCC chip in this then you devalue it as I'd leave it as it is as stuff DCC as far as locos this old are consirned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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