Deuce posted:While "NIB" how old is the actual streetcar? I have no idea when these were manufactured, and I suspect that zinc pest doesn't care that it's never been opened/handled. If it's going to rot, it's going to do it regardless of the circumstances of standard packaging. Thought this was an issue that wasn't an issue any longer. Guess not.
Mine was brand new in the sealed box and had the issue, though I'm unsure of how old it was. Unfortunately I wasn't aware this was an issue with these and purchased it for a good price from an ebay seller who had purchased it at an estate sale. After parts costs, I still came out cheaper than buying a new one from a dealer so I certainly couldn't complain. It was just a little annoying to have to go through that process.
