Paul
I got my 765 from Charles RO. Looking at your photos, I have the same side bearing failure on the front pilot and the trailing truck. The bearing failure on the trailing truck is on the most rearward wheels. I am in the process of deciding whether send it to Lionel for repair and at whose expense; request repair parts from Lionel with and an understanding from Lionel that this would not void their warranty; or send it back to RO for replacement or refund.
It is disconcerting to think that a new out of the box engine wheel failure could cause one of these engines to hit the floor during operation. It would be an interesting challenge of diplomacy and will to file a damage claim with Lionel.
Perhaps Charle RO received a pallet of defective engines. If that be the case, then it would probably be difficult to get a replacement for these BTO engines.
I would much appreciate your thoughts on your resolution to this issue.
Chris Cook
