Fyi, for future reference if anybody else has the same issue down the road:
It turns out my Node Board 13 is NOW being recognized.
Why? I unplugged the topper wiring. Then i plugged in ONLY the red and blue wiring and the red beacon is flashing!
Next, i plug in orange and brown connectors and NOTHING.
Turns out I have possibly the wrong Node board, there are two, one that came with the LE and one that didn't? Wtf?
So that is great news, closer to resolving my problem with a different board!!! Hopefully.
You guys know I've had a shit ton of issues with the turn table fiasco and topper BUT i freaking LOVE this pin. Now updated to .75 and it will no doubt be one of my all time favorites when Lyman knocks it out.