I have a new to me old style 2-8-0 Consolidation that I would like to convert to DCC. This is not the newer style that is DCC ready nor does it have a control board. It appears to have what I have read to be a sidewinder style motor.

Is it possible to convert this or should I get a newer locomotive.

I got this as it is in the era and follows the prototype that I am starting to model.

Thanks
Steve