I had a Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor moment this morning. My train worked just fine. But I wanted it to go faster, pull even more cars and last longer. Philo's page is a wealth information on Power Functions. It also shows that the components can operate up to 12V. More volts equals more speed and torque *ough ough ough* So a few components at Radio Shack later, I've got a rechargeable power source with a nominal 9.6V and ~2300mAh. Taking it out on the test track, I can't operate 601 above speed setting 4 without a high-speed derailment. Win. Gratuitous? Probably...
Sunday, August 30, 2015
Glory Days 2015: D-13
I had a Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor moment this morning. My train worked just fine. But I wanted it to go faster, pull even more cars and last longer. Philo's page is a wealth information on Power Functions. It also shows that the components can operate up to 12V. More volts equals more speed and torque *ough ough ough* So a few components at Radio Shack later, I've got a rechargeable power source with a nominal 9.6V and ~2300mAh. Taking it out on the test track, I can't operate 601 above speed setting 4 without a high-speed derailment. Win. Gratuitous? Probably...
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