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Why is critical analysis always labelled as a bad thing, as somehow destructive or counter-productive? What's wrong with knowing the shortfalls of a model? Obviously, the good points are being brought forth too and I like the idea of being an informed consumer.
First, what Dave Vollmer said.Second, because the rampant speculation about MOTIVES (why did they do that questions) is starting to drive folks away from the forum.Third, because when someone buys something and posts they've bought it, they don't get a chance to get home and measure/photograph it before the derision starts - from people who haven't seen it.Fourth, because the factual case on which some people base their derision isn't presented as their first post on the matter - it gets buried on page 6 or 7.
And if I may offer a fifth -- because the complaints are often so pedantic in nature. The complaints sometimes read as though they are written by someone who just can't wait to show off his uber knowledge and ultra super special dedication to modeling. It's more about ego than providing information that's of real value. They may be correct, but they still come off as the first half of an .There are a majority of posters here that -- through their contributions and their attitudes -- you can tell it would be a pleasure to meet and socialize with. And there are some that don't fall into that category.Jim
Because the Railwire used to be about building or upgrading models, not just bitching about them.Bachmann doesn't usually get it 100% right. Got it. But they're committed to N and can actully get product from announcement to shelves in our lifetime (and yes, I understand why).Less whining, more modeling would make this place the forum I joined.EDIT: Pointing out flaws works much better as part of a comprehensive product review that actually informs the consumer. Speculation and bias do no such thing. Case in point; hood width. Speculation said it was way too wide; measurement showed it to be pretty darn close. As a consumer I want to know the model's merits from an unemotional, unbiased perspective...not an out-of-hand dismissal from someone with an axe to grind.
As to address the window issue, I would suggest going to American Model builders (AMB) and asking them to make laser cut windows. Or this may be a good idea for an after market product for someone to try. Or simply make the drawings yourself and finding a laser cutting shop to cut the windows. This outfit was pretty decent to deal with when I called them about some laser cutting.http://www.customlasercutting.com/ Laser cut windows will fit flush with the outside edge of the cab.
unemotional, unbiased perspective...
Must be my mistake; I always thought that was critical analysis - that it was not synonymous with fault finding, or criticism. As in Tim's eyewitness account via measurement to address perception of over-width hood syndrome. Perhaps I need a newer dictionary to replace my 60s-era hand-me-down OED, and to get rid of my suede elbow patches.