I also have this new coupler on my new 2-6-6-2 H4.  It couples ok, but trying to uncouple using the magnetic uncoupler is a hopeless task.
I'll replace it with the trusted Micro-Train coupler.
Actually a shame as this engine is superb otherwise!!!

Fred

I second that wish.
A Climax or Heisler is really needed in N-scale.
Shay is already available but that is all!!
And it should be with DCC!!

Fred

On the 4-6-0 I noticed that it was not marked as "Spectrum"
Is there a reason for this or just an oversight?
The street car in N is marked as "Spectrum".
Would be nice to find out.

Fred

Is there any info on this new ten-wheeler available yet.

sumfred

I find that a complete tender replacement is not necessary.
I just swap the tender trucks with Bachmann tender trucks which are readily available.
I solder thin flexible wires direct on to the axle pickups and feed them inside of the tender where they are soldered to the leads which are present for DCC conversion.
The two tabs which prodrude from the Bachmann trucks are cut off.

Fred

Just an update on the additional charges.

Talked to parts manager Bridget at Bachmann and they are refunding the difference in shipping costs. They are also refunding the handling fee.

Great customer service!!!

Fred

I just ordered storage cases form M.B.Klein

http://www.modeltrainstuff.com/category_s/3.htm

They have quite a few to choose from

Fred

 
Just received an order of Bachmann trucks via mail.

The charge on the invoice was $23.75 for Priority Mail International shipping to Canada, it was however shipped with First Class International for $2.53 ?

I find that a little too steep for handling charges.

It also did not weigh 1.20 lbs as stated on the invoice but only 5.2 oz.

Has anybody else had simmilar experience
I have e-mailed Bachmann for an explanation.

Fred

   thanks for the info.
I'll just have to take the good (DCC) with the bad (no TT)

Does anybody know if this new engine comes with traction tire?