Hi Folks

I need some advice on my first foray into DCC Sound.

I have an Ho Mantua 2-6-6-2 Logging Mallet (tender version) which is in the process of being super detailed.

I want to fit DCC sound and very much like the look of Soundtraxx Tsunami. Question is, for a small articulated should it be the medium or heavy steam version?

I have some questions on wiring a 4-8-4 bachmann, Im thinking of putting the pc board from a spectrum in the tender and wiring the loco that way. it seems most n steam decoders are in the tenders   I.m also curious about some good guides for ding this pretty inexperienced but have electrical knowledge any input is appreciated.  I alos have some model power engines that need lights wired considering a backup as well, all in time.

Has anyone tried using rechargeable 9 volt batteries in Digitrax UT4D and DT402D throttles? It sees to me it might be a good use for rechargeables. Any info would be appreciated.

edited: UT4D rather than DT4D. I knew it didn't look right. What I get for being in a hurry.

I'm going to strip and paint this 1951 Lionel Union Pacific loco but I have no idea how to repaint the raised plastic molded letters.  Where the paint is it seems to be a "trench" with sides forming the letters Union Pacific.  Has anyone had any experience in filling these "letter trenches" in with paint?  I need a How-to...101 lesson.