Hold on to your hats race fans! It's May! And May is race month here in Central Indiana.
What happened to January, February, March and April! The first half of '18 has raced right past me.
Ok. Truth be told... Just very busy. SBS4DCC continues to be blessed with growth that could only be possible through your patronage. Thank you. And again, thank you. I have also been very busy in my professional career having been promoted to a new role at my formal employer. Give me a shout out if you other hobby or profession is a sawyer... And of course, running crazy around the absolute most important part of my life, my family. Man they grow up fast...
I keep adding TONS OF NEW STUFF to the store so if you haven't had a look around lately, I invite you to grab a hot cup of coco and have a look around!
The sun may rise a little earlier these days but this internet store's hours are always longer... 24-7-365. Shop at YOUR convenience.
Just a quick note but a most important notice...
VACATION NOTICE
I will be on vacation June 22 through July 4, 2018.
Cutoff date for shippable orders is June 20, 2018.
The web store will remain open and you may continue to place orders. I will resume shipping on or about July 5, 2018.
Thanks for your patience and understanding.
Be sure to check out the Tutorials, Tips and Tricks section of the website. I continue to add volumes of information about different subjects I think you might find valuable.
I would like to highlight one very important new page titled ESU LokSound 73100-73199 Select Direct Micro "Keep-Alive" and give a big shout out to Peter "peteski" Wisniewski for allowing me present this information on SBS4DCC. Thanks "peteski"!
And finally...I encourage you to reach out to your local
NMRA chapter about local operating sessions and try it out... just once. Model Railroad Operations are a blast and are a great way to get engaged in this great hobby. You can find out more by visiting the
OpSIG webite as well.
Stop Running Trains. Start Model Railroading!
Bryan Vianco Owner, SBS4DCC
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Soundtraxx 810159 JST-21PNEM Adapter Board
Boom! Plug-N-Play sound...
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SBS4DCC Tutorials, Tips and Tricks
Yes I'm repeating myself. I know. It's just this one is just that good...
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SBS4DCC International Shipping Update
Streamlined Backshop offers shipping all around the rock... A customer in Canada pointed out to me the tariff codes for model trains to Canada. Some additional research has turned up the applicable codes for the most popular destinations to which I ship.
All international packages are now clearly marked with the applicable tariff code for your benefit.
Additional information can be found using the links below.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING CUSTOMS TARIFF CODES:
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Adding New Clearnace Items Daily
Sometimes you just gotta move on.
For whatever reason, some items just don't sell well here at SBS4DCC. My loss is your gain. I have been adding new items to the Clearance Aisle daily. Be sure to check the great deals. But... once they are gone they are gone. Selection is limited to items and quantities on hand.
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Digitrax DCC BXPA1 LocoNet DCC Auto-Reverser with Detection, Transponding and Power Management
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ESU 73100 and 73199 Select Direct Micro
Oh... by the way... you might check out my selection
of modern
N Scale diesels
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New ESU "Full Throttle" Sound Files
Huh... this is just the list on new
ESU Select Full Throttle sound files since the last edition of the
Backshop Flyer in December!
The full library can be found
HERE.
73445 GE 16cyl FDL Early (FT)
73489 ALCO 6cyl 539 (FT)
75469 ALCO 8cyl 251F (FT)
75468 EMD 16cyl 567C V3 (FT)
75443 Alco 12cyl 244 V2 (FT)
75458 EMD 16cyl 567D3 V2 (FT)
73432 FM 6cyl 38D (FT)
Can you imagine what this list will look like by December 2018? It's gonna be a good year...
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Good Deals DCC The Programmer Test Track - HO Scale Compact Test Track w/ Adjustment Tools
The TT-1m includes a Bubble Level with an eye bolt leveling screw for testing rolling characteristics, a
mounted Kadee Coupler Guage and Rerailer, a s
oft bumper on one end, and is a
vailable with code 83 or 100 rail.
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Good Deals DCC The Programmer Test Track - 2 Rail O Scale Extended Length Test Track
The XL models consist of two 3-foot sections with a custom clamp connector included for a solid base.
Wired connectors, soldered rails and a removable end cap is provided for single platform use and s
oft non-marring padded feet.
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Lenz has announced the distributor for the USA has changed. Digital plus is now available at:
EmmetsRailroad DCC Hobby Station, LLC
864 W. Crestline Avenue Littleton, Colorado 80120-1467 Telephone (303)881-8334 Send Email
EmmetsRailroad has also taken over the service for Digital plus products..
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Roco has released a pair of boosters for the Roco Z21 line of command stations.
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Roco 10806 Z21 Booster
- Power 3 A (track output)
- Adjustable track voltage via Z21® (12-24 V)
- RailCom® global detector (allows POM reading in the booster section)
- Configurable terminal loop feature with short-circuit detector
- Brake generator feature, configurable
- Connections via CAN bus, B bus, CDE bus
- Configuration and update simply via app, PC with Z21®
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Roco 10807 Z21 Dual Booster
- Power 2x 3 A (track outputs)
- Voltage can be set for both track outputs separately via app or PC via Z21® (12-24 V)
- RailCom® global detector (allows POM reading in the booster section)
- Terminal loop feature can be separately configured by means of short-circuit detector
- Brake generator feature can separately configured for both
- Connections via CAN bus, B bus, CDE bus
- Configuration and update simply via app or PC
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Team Digital DCC Accessory SIC24e - Signal & Indicator Controller
Team Digital has announced
that the SIC24e - Signal & Indicator Controller is being discontinued. No replacement is planned at this time.
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TCS - Train Control Systems
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TCS WOWKits Make Great Installations Easy
The MSRP will shift from $129.95 to $144.95.
With the ever-increasing cost of hardware and our uncompromising commitment to use the best components, this price increase ensures ongoing, top-quality products.
No other prices are increasing, just the
WOW Kits
(Steam and Diesel).
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Flag Stop...
What YOU See Is What I Have
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Welcome to SBS4DCC ...
Featuring
Real-Time Stock Status
Reporting
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SBS4DCC "Sugar Cube" Speakers
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... the
SWEETEST speaker available today!
4 Sizes ... 16 Baffles
64 Sweet
S
peaker Options
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SBS4DCC Wheel and Axle Wipers
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... Add
Power Pickup to your models
Z, N, and HO Scale versions
Wheel and Axle Wipers
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Good Deals DCC "The Programmer" Test And Programming Track
Perfect for clubs, modulars, or workbenches, the
Good Deals DCC "The Programmer" is a portable, durable, convenient testing and programming track. It is available in nearly every scale from N to O as well as combination scales for those who love trains of all sizes.
Custom designed units are also available.
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Model Railroad Technologies Accutrack II Train Speedometer
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The
MRT Accutrak II Speedometer is a free standing, battery operated scale speedometer.
Ideal for DCC speed matching DCC
Operates on 2 AAA batteries
Scale Selectable - N (1:148 and 1:160) or OO/HO (1:76.4 and 1:87)
Display in mph or kph
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DCC Specialties RRampMeter
DCC Amp/Volt Meter
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The
RRampMeter is a multimeter designed to accurately measure the
voltage and amperage output of DCC command stations.
The
RRampMeter is used to:
- Measure locomotive stall current
- Report command station or booster voltage and amperage consumption
- Troubleshoot electrical problems
- Create and edit custom sound file
Available in 4 models.
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ZIMO MXTAPS DCC Decoder Test and Connector Board
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The ZIMO MXTAPS is a stand-alone DCC Decoder Test Station compatible with any brand of decoder or command station.
Connections:
Quick Terminal
Next18 NEM661
6-Pin NEM651
8-Pin NEM652
PluX NEM658
21MTC NEM660
Features:
15 Function LEDs
5-pole Motor
13x18mm Speaker
Large scale
MXTAPV version also available
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ESU 53900 LokTester V2.0 DCC Decoder Test Station
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The ESU LokTester is a stand-alone DCC Decoder Test Station compatible with any brand of decoder or command station.
Connections:
Screw Terminal
Next18 NEM661
6-Pin NEM651
8-Pin NEM652
PluX NEM658
21MTC NEM660
Features:
6 Function LEDs
5-pole Motor
20mm Speaker
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ZIMO MXULFA Decoder Update
Module with LCD Display
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The
ZIMO MXULFA Decoder Update Module is a
communication device to connect your decoder to a PC to simplify programming and to facilitate firmware and sound file updates..
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ESU 53452 LokProgrammer Set
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The
ESU LokProgrammer Set is a communication device to connect your decoder to a PC to simplify programming and to facilitate firmware and sound file updates.
- Update decoder firmware
- Edit CVs on any ESU product
- Load downloadable sound files
- Create and edit custom sound file
- Test Decoder Installations
Works only with
ESU products.
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And don't forget I carry a fantastic selection of DCC products from all of the
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