I was considering the 36W EF86 also, but ended up going with the 1987 Plexi. My amp got to me on April 3rd as well. And I play a Les Paul R8 too! Are we in the twilight zone??
Anyhow, congrats on the new amp. If you're half as happy with yours as I am with mine, you're a very happy camper! My plexi has more beef than a T-bone steak and I can't stop playing it. It will be going on duty next Saturday at a good size club and I'm really looking forward to having this amp behind me blowing my pants around
Enjoy your 36!