Engineer-Joe posted:GG1 4877 posted:.....
MTH FP45: blue is too dark. It appears to be closer to Phase IV blue. The red didn't render real well in the photo, but in person it looks good.
Jonathan, One thing about this one I believe anyways, is it would be easier to fix. The dark blue might be painted over using some masking to help guys like me with unsteady hands.
Craig, I can always add a piece of plastic for the gap. See Rich B.'s site. I have to believe it's bigger for three rail wheeled versions.
I'm not sure I can even attempt to fix the color on the new MTH version as the stripe (with white decals) would be much more difficult and the blue Amtrak lettering would need to be fixed as well to match.
I sent an email to the dealer but I don't feel it's his problem. I think MTH needs to fix this. I'm betting they won't. So I may have to live with the color or attempt a feeble repair?
Another joy of pre-ordering!
You can always sell it on EBay, or the Buy-Sell Forum here. I am sure most wouldn't know or care about the weird color.
