I used Tony Walsham's (old) instructions for this model (http://www.largescalecentral.com/LSCForums/viewtopic.php?id=5786). It was my first rc install on my first large scale model. The instructions about how to take it apart, and make frames for the RC/sound boards, are very helpful and gave me a lot of confidence to shred the insides of the loco. However the loco did only cost $80 which was £40 at the time........

I used Tony's updated RC 2.4GHz radio install (http://www.rcs-rc.com/) and Dalee sound. The updated RC avoids needing supressors etc and is therefore even easier than in the instructions.

I used this system after a lot of research, as I liked the reversing lights and sound cues, together with a stick transmitter.

Can't fault it - in fact I have done 3 more installs using the same system since then (Connie, James, Percy), including with Phoenix sound. To me it is a great way to run RC trains. The system gets better with each new update.

Good luck,

Chris

I payed 15 pounds uk including postage from the uk HQ. Actually I bought 2 as I want to have a spare...........

Hi. According to the (excellent) 2 articles by John Lythgoe in Garden Rail a few months back, re the size of spanner needed for the Connie.....

"If the geared axle has to be replaced, an M7 socket releases the hex-head crankpin screw. 3BA or 9/32 AF are alternatives. Finger power is best used on these sockets, particularly for re-assembly".

I havn't yet tried it, but I am going to have to!

Chris