I was excited when I saw others posting videos of their newly arrived SD45s. Got even more excited when I got the email mine had arrived and was on the way. UPS dropped off my SD45 and companion nonpowered Super Bass dummy this afternoon and I patiently sat through dinner plans with friends while my newest acquisitions waited for me in the garage. Was disappointed as **** to see that the couplers on the main engine were detached and the wires were damaged. The dummy unit seems to be OK.
I compared the broken couplers to the couplers on the non-power unit and thought maybe I could put it back together but they’re missing hardware and the wires are stripped or missing.
I guess I’ll have to open up a service call with Lionel. I’ve been hearing positive stories about their service and maybe I’ll have it back within 4 to 6 weeks.