Well I finally have some GOOD news! Well mostly good!
I got my replacement fan in the mail today. That's after I contacted Central Aquatics directly. Nick at C-A was more than courteous and shipped it out free of charge. At the same time I was trying to get a hold of them via phone I was also trying email. I had already submitted an online form for support via their website and I got the response to that this morning. In essence no one at C-A has heard anything from SeaCorals in reference to this issue in the least let alone sent out any replacement parts.
I have officially filed a complaint with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) about this issue with SeaCorals. The only thing I expect from them is an apology and admission to wrong doing. I doubt I'll get that but I can tell you one thing... they've gotten the last of my $$ and anyone who will listen to me will get to hear the FULL story.
In closing, I have to say that Central Aquatics has been more than helpful and went out of their way to help me. I hope no one sees this thread as a slam on them in the least. They fully stand behind their product and are more than willing to make things right.
Many thanks to Nick & Brian at C-A!!! THANK YOU!!