Richbran, I always groan when I see a new thread like the one U started. It's a very worthy topic and you certainly have come to the right place for the best info available, but these types of questions bring out the worst in some people ! I wish I were experienced enough to answer your question directly, but I'm not. I went 8611 on my jet on the advice of a trusted and experienced friend. Prior to that I'd never had a single issue with Futaba on my smaller models tho.

In similar threads I've seen ALL THREE brands alternately praised and villified.

My two cents is that I'd lean more heavily on the calm and reasoned advice of Sean, Delgattogrande, and Mr. Collins (among others) and discount the advice of anyone who brands another as an idiot (!) for holding a contrary opinion.

Good luck, Don.