I know we are not supposed to discuss manufacturer's business practices on this list, but what if they are AWESOME! I ordered one of the new Tangent insulated tank cars on Wenesday and it was in my hands on Friday. The model is stunning! The only thing I had to do with the car after opening the package was wipe off my drool and swap out the wheelsets with Tangent semi-scale wheelsets. I absolutley love the products these folks produce. Steam era freight car modelers have absolutely nothing to cpmplain about.
