I seem to recall seeing a few posts where people got cards even with old unpaids, so it's worth searching out here if no one comments on first hand experience. If I come across one of those posts I will link it for you here.
They will re-issue new accounts if you've got settled for less than fulls with them, that I know for sure.
EQ 787 EX 781 TU 737 11/17/07
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