There are a number of individuals down in Arizona that I've done MTH battery setups for, some are online here. They use it to run on a large shared club layout so they can be completely 100% independent. My opinion is that knowing your layout situation that unless you plan to visit other places I don't think this is worth your time, effort or money. Battery power has its benefits to particular situations but it's not the only way to reliably run your trains (especially so when you have an all Stainless steel rail layout).
Raymond has converted MTH engines to battery for me. I have one boxcar for the battery, and another with the TIU in it. The system works without any problems, at least for me. The only problems I have are user error. I run my trains on a community layout and this is the only way I could get my MTH system to work. For my use this system is great.
I can say that if I had my own layout, I would probably use track power. I would rather leave the equipment stock from the factory, although, I do trust Raymond's expert work.
I wish MTH made a G scale dome car. It sounds like your train is really nice! I don't have the skill for fine work. I am more fix it with a hammer! :-)
Can you provide the MTH catalog numbers, road numbers and condition.
Thanks........john
I will have to get the boxes out and see what I can find out. All are like new. The caboose has never been run, but when I sat it on the track the lights did not come on. I will get back.
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G Scale MTH Union Pacific Challenger & 8 Passenger cars---FOR SALE
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The engine is sold