is proto 2000 worth it?

[Anonymous]

i have a feeling this topic will heat up some interesting conversation --also the M. S. R. P.
for a P2K GP38-2 is between $100 and $135 -i could have 7 used b-b gp38-2's for that amount

[tstage]

Proto 2000s have had a few problems like cracked or split gears. Some have complained that the Heritage Steam series lacks the the oomph or pulling power of locomotive their size. (I think it has more to do with having enough weight over the drive wheels. Proto 2000 has dealt with that issue with their re-release of their 0-8-0 switcher.) But, for the most part, I think they are wonderful locomotives and cars. The detailing is second to none.

Problems? - Yes. Junk? - Absolutely NOT!!

Tom

[Anonymous]

i have heard about a lot of problems with them. there was a topic on this forum that someone had 2 P2K gp38-2's and after running them a few times they both shorted out across the wheels- and there was a long post on this forum(a few pages) about widespread p2k GP9 gear failues - so whats the verdict? are they worth it- if they have problems what is customer service like? if i'm gonna spend $100 on a loco it better last a good 10 years- my b-b gp38-2 sold new for $27.50 and it is nearly 12 years old and runs great -now that is value