Marx guy here, not knowing the internal wiring of that block signal, has me wondering. I `m interested in wiring a stop and go at a intersection. Can you please enlighten me? Plunkerville R/R 7-30-23.
Do you mean you just want the train to stop for a few seconds before proceeding, like at a station? The wiring setup for this particular signal is simple - the common from the transformer only connects to the track when the switch is set for the green light.
I collect railroad tank cars. Mainly because l worked at a tank car manufacturer. Hope you can help me.l came across a Marx signal. I just want to light it up.l don't have a track. Can you tell me what kind of power source l can use. Also l have a light out where do you order them from? Thank you
If it's a static display, any 8-12 volt AC or DC power supply will do. The bulbs have an E10 base. I use clear LEDs and add color to mine, but if you search online you may be able to find conventional E10 bulbs in Red/Yellow/Green. Just make sure your power supply does not overwhelm the voltage of the bulbs you select.
Thanks. My video skills have come a long way since then! In the end, I never found colored replacement bulbs that I thought were affordable. Instead, I use E10 base clear LEDs and color them myself with craft paints.
Marx guy here, not knowing the internal wiring of that block signal, has me wondering. I `m interested in wiring a stop and go at a intersection. Can you please enlighten me? Plunkerville R/R 7-30-23.
Do you mean you just want the train to stop for a few seconds before proceeding, like at a station? The wiring setup for this particular signal is simple - the common from the transformer only connects to the track when the switch is set for the green light.
I collect railroad tank cars. Mainly because l worked at a tank car manufacturer. Hope you can help me.l came across a Marx signal. I just want to light it up.l don't have a track. Can you tell me what kind of power source l can use. Also l have a light out where do you order them from? Thank you
If it's a static display, any 8-12 volt AC or DC power supply will do. The bulbs have an E10 base. I use clear LEDs and add color to mine, but if you search online you may be able to find conventional E10 bulbs in Red/Yellow/Green. Just make sure your power supply does not overwhelm the voltage of the bulbs you select.
Very interesting and informative video. You mentioned waiting for new bulbs for the 404. Where do you find bulbs (affordable)?
Thanks, Laird
1/19/2025
Thanks. My video skills have come a long way since then! In the end, I never found colored replacement bulbs that I thought were affordable. Instead, I use E10 base clear LEDs and color them myself with craft paints.