Well this is my first post on here so let me know if I've done something wrong This is the loadout I've been playing my favorite Thunderbolt with since Phoenix Drop. I've had pretty solid results consistently and I find it very fun to play! https://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=116&l=a2d007470446922a678e67469210300873c3d96f Can run a little hot but with some good heat management you won't shut down.
High Alpha High Speed. I would go with the High alpha version, as I find it best to alpha the mech when you get that first shot. Lets you do a lot of damage to them up close. Otherwise, it's an interesting idea you have here.
Thanks for the input. I've tried both now and I'm not sure which I prefer. I feel my heat is easier to control on my original, but the 'High Alpha' varient you pointed out has gotten me some clutch kills also. I am still not seeing my XL shot out from under me though so the 'risk' has been worth it. We'll have to see how much better it gets one I've got it Mastered