[jlinde]

Can you define what you mean by newer? Is it possible to identify the more recent production models from the model number? I have 2 rather aged Dash 8s and would be interested in adding an updated version to the roster, and I'm pretty flexible on roadnames/livery. Also, is there any word on the future of MTH's One Gauge series? I got the impression from a couple of shop owners that production might not continue for long ....

 

[jlinde]

Thanks, Joe, for the info. I had no idea that the newer engines had 2 meg boards. I've been pretty focused on live steam for the last few years, but I recently realized how much I miss having an engine running on the layout for more than 40 minutes at a time! I agree that having pre-installed sound and smoke is great and I love running the engines under DCS, although it can be finicky sometimes.

 

[jlinde]

Looks great, Joe. The MTH units put out a healthy amount of smoke, don't they? I really like the look over your setup in the raised garden, as well. Very clean in appearance.