Discussions concerning a question about "Radio Control Layout" have overflowed into considerations of basic control architectures and how they may or may not be operated together.  With the introduction of RailPro, the hobby has access to a new control system to be weighed against the many systems available.

On my last layout (many years ago) I used spade lugs like that below, along with the "traditional" barrier type terminal strips to organize my wiring.  It worked well, so I plan to use that system again.  In my usual overkill fashion, instead of doing a single crimp on the lug, I did two crimps, one near each end of the metal inner barrel.  It held the wires tenaciously, with not a single failure.

Is there room for a newby in this forum? I have a decoder question. I recently came across a good deal on a Walther's 90' turntable model 3171. This unit only has a DC motor but no controls. It requires a reversing switch and push buttons to operate. I am wondering if anyone has, or if it is possible to, hook up a decoder to index operation. Any suggestions as to what decoder to use would also be extremely helpful.

Thanks for the help.

Jim 

Hey guys,

I've decided to bight the bullet and install signalling on the JL&T, after looking at what's around, what is working, ease of installation, support and namely what looks easy in my eyes to install I've decided to go with a stand alone Digitrax Signalling System.