@Magicland posted:There's a lot to like about those Sunset GP7s, but you have to wonder why they didn't go with the correct classification lights, bell and number boards on the cab...
The challenges of producing a mass-produced product at a price that modelers are willing to pay. There were already 52 distinct variations of models on this project, and it was a bit overwhelming for the factory and everyone else involved in the project. The results have been well documented on the pages of this forum. After this project, we decided we will no longer try to achieve so much in one project. A valuable lesson learned in expectations vs. reality of manufacturing.
Still happy with mine. I have a Kemtron GP7 that was on the block for the CNJ mod for many, many years that now can just be nice vintage model.
Not to take anything away from the work of the OP for this project. It is a great looking locomotive and ready for duty on any number of CNJ passenger or freight trains!
