Hi Swathdiver,
I know its been a long time (like last year!) but those gearboxes broke dowm at the 5th reduction (because of weak pins) shortly after and it was a ROYAL pita when i fixed them. They are super strong now though and i have def. put them to the test since. I love my tiger 1 so much out of them all because of the time, effort, & love put into it but i also have transitioned away from the mechanics aspect of tanking and simply focused on painting.

I have spent hoours of research on airbrushing, systems, weathering, and thats where i am in the hobby right now. So much, that once i have my new CAMERA i will dedicate a entire thread/spread to my complete "system 10, self-made booth," brush, paints, weathering, etc.

I will admit aside from driving them through the garden, airbrushing is the MOST rewarding aspect for me now.

-take care man [8D]