See my "Sunset Burlington E8A Prototype First Look - Video Added" post over on the 2 rail forum - on evaluating Scott's engineering model -- to get back to some of the positives. See photos and a video.
I have no beef with those of you above who push Scott to attain better and better model fidelity. Positive, constructive criticism and factual inputs are a good thing. And the fact that Scott listens is a really good thing.
I just hope we will keep the following in mind, too. The engineering prototype had excellent, smooth, quiet motor control throughout the speed range operating under DCC or DC control. LED lighting. QSI Q3 (latest and best sounding and operating) decoder. Two enclosed speakers well placed to produce a full spectrum big sound with good low frequency response. The best internal wiring of any diesel I've ever owned -- clean, neat one big connector for lights and one small connector for reed reset relay -- to remove the body shell. Horizontal ball bearing drive with metal universal joints. On two rail models all axles/wheelsets driven and with flanges.
I own and operate Sunset E7's, FT's and F7's. Based on my evaluation of the engineering prototype the E8 it is the best yet from a mechanical, lighting and sound standpoint. Assuming the production models operate as well as the Prototype this will be a seriously good running and sounding and reliable model.
I have not received any manner of compensation from Scott. Just the opportunity to play around with his Prototype which was very enjoyable.
