Melgar: for my steamers I've noticed larger differences in speed increments in the Triplex (2-8-8-2) vs. the Angus (0-8-8-0). It's so bad I no longer lash them up.
Anthony: I only glanced at the tach ribbons - just to ensure they were seated on the flywheel. That's about the extent of my knowledge.
Another observation among all my PS3 engines, electrics and steamers, is that they will start at different speeds...some don't move until 3 scale MPH, others 2, and a couple need to get up to 4 before they move.
If I had the time, I'd do a side by side video review of the recent MTH and Lionel bipolars.
