I've tried a couple of local hobby shops, searched this forum a little, and searched a little on-line for a source of PC Board ties for switches. Seems Fast Track is out of stock on this item and they have announced a new concept of PC Board ties coming next February, but they only show the 9' long version for track. Makes me think they will be discontinuing their current offerings in place of the new design.

Anyone know who else sells PC board ties in 17' length? I prefer to stay away from slicing my own from PC Board.

I'm just getting back into the hobby after several years of inactivity. I like the looks and sound of both the S 4 and the SW 7. I've watched you tube videos of both units for sound. However, videos are sometimes jerky and jumpy.

How do both of these units perform in slow speed switching?

Any comments from owners of these models?

I'm planning on using an NCE procab DCC system for my small shelf switching layout.

Thanks

Making collars for gear repairs is easy.

Hobby shops usually carry brass, aluminum and plastic tubing in various sizes. You may even have in your collection of "I'll keep that. I might need it someday"  items, old chrome plated, telescopic radio antennas. (I do - of various sizes)

I use an electronic caliper to measure the ledge on the plastic gear and the inside of the tubing to be sure of a snug fit.