Steam installations

Yes, we can install digital sound and non-sound decoders in your DC models. Please contact us for a quote.

However, if you should wish to complete the job yourself, feel free to browse our extensive library of installation examples. Installation tips are provided as a guide only.

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VR R class by Model Dockyard

At 34 years of age, the model required quite some work to convert it from DC to DCC with sound. The model was upgraded with the following...

VR N class by Trainbuilder

Disassembly All work is contained within the tender. There is no work required of the engine. The tender is disassembled through four...

VR A2 class by Trainbuilder

Disassembly There is no work required of the engine, all work is done with the tender. The tender is disassembled through four screws...

VR J class by Trainbuilder

Disassembly The tender is disassembled through four screws holding the frame to the jacket. There is no work required of the engine, all...

VR J class by Precision Scale Models

This particular J class was built in 1994, and is a really nice example of a quality built Samhongsa model. Disassembly First, the...

SAR SMC "Coffee Pot" by Ixion

This is a relatively easy installation. Performed a number of years ago, it was discovered in the archives. Once the roof section was...

VR R class by Eureka Models

Coal burner This particular model came with a pre-installed ESU LokSound V4 decoder. The model was upgraded with the following items: ESU...

VR H class by Trainbuilder

Note: This installation pertains to the first production run of H class models from Trainbuilder (made in Korea, circa 2010). Due to an...

VR A2 class by Train Hobby Brass

The oil burner is a more suitable recipient of the 16x25 mm micro speaker. But a small speaker can be packaged in the coal burning...

VR NA class by Haskell

Haskell's On30 RTR model has room for a decoder in the smokebox, and a speaker in the coal bunker. If you're prepared to rework the...

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