Author Topic: Atlas O Scale SW8 / SW9 3R to 2R  (Read 22 times)

TJMac

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Atlas O Scale SW8 / SW9 3R to 2R
« on: July 12, 2026, 05:27:45 PM »
Atlas O scale SW8/SW9 - Started life as a 3R from the early 2000s purchased used on the eBay.

- Removed all factory electronics


- Created speaker mount / grill to relocate added SoundTraxx 28mm speaker to the fuel tank


- Created a tray / mount for the LM-5S-G


- Built a wiring harness with Deans Micro plugs  to make working on / repair easier


- Created pickup holders to use Northwest Short Line 1.7" brass pickups as these parts are not available from Atlas



- Used Northwest Short Line 2R conversion axles / wheels / gears

- Swapped incandescent headlight bulbs with LEDs

Currently working on fixing the pilots to make them more prototypical
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