I did a search and I may have a problem. I measured my code 83 and its .74 wide. Not sure if it will fit the code 70 fixture I am considering buying. I understand the new code 83 is a bit smaller and the code 70 turnout fixture fits both. But mine is pre 1988 or so. It is the old stuff they used to make. I am presently just using the templates but it would be faster using the fixture if my rail will fit. I have a bunch of the old stuff.

Is anyone using the fastracks fixtures with old code 83 ME rail?

Hello, I have an issue that I need help resolving. I just finished my layout and I have one spot where the engine just quits running on. I believe the switch is the culprit since the current before the switch is good but once you check the switch it drops considerably or will not show at all. Would the best solution be to replace the switch? This is a manual switch. Do switches go "bad" in this manner?

I have done quite a few Athearn blue box decoder installs but I really do'nt do sound. A friend asked me to put sound decoders in two units for him and I am looking for a reasonable decoder choice for the alco 244 engine or a generic diesel decoder that would be good for these units. I do'nt want to buy a computer interface to download the sound or other extra costs and if possible I have several of the standard connectors for digitrax and would these fit others? I will also be installing LED lights.

Thanks for your help. 

I've been thinking of doing this but even after quite a bit of searching and talking to other modeler's I've been getting some conflicting information. 

Has anyone here actually done it?