DCC for a Blue Box Athearn Loco (88)

I often get requests for information on installing decoders in older Athearn locomotives that came in the famous Athearn blue boxes. So in this video I'm finally going to show you what is involved and point out some of the peculiarities associated with the Athearn design. I'll also touch on adding LED lights to the model. Projects like this take a bit more time and this one ran over 28 minutes so either settle in for the duration or plan on viewing it in installments. Also, below is some information of sources for products I mentioned in the video.

Uhu tack putty--Amazon

Kapton tape--www.sbs4dcc.com

Golden LEDs--eBay L0805GW 20pcs Pre Wired GOLDEN White SMD 0805