Lionel station sounds dining car sound problem

Step 1 is to wipe the volume control (potentiometer) back and forth to address a possible bad spot on it.  Then test.   

Step 2 is to pull the sound board (picture below) and then remove each sound chip and reinstall.  The pins on the side of the chip can corrode.  You need to use a chip pulling tool only.  They are not very expensive and good tool to have for this hobby.

I suggest not trying to "clean" the contacts, just use the tool to unseat the chip and then press it back into place.  That clears away any oxidation and allows a good contact.  If that's your problem, that operation should fix it.  You need to do both chips.

Pulled chips and reinstalled.   That did the trick , thanks

It usually does, nice to know it did this time as well.

Where did you buy the tool to pull the chips? Does Micro Mark sell them?

amtrack5899 posted:

Where did you buy the tool to pull the chips? Does Micro Mark sell them?

Yes I would like to know as well the correct tool for the Lionel boards.

Thanks

ZWPOWER13 posted:

amtrack5899 posted:

Where did you buy the tool to pull the chips? Does Micro Mark sell them?

Yes I would like to know as well the correct tool for the Lionel boards.

Search on eBay or Amazon for a PLCC Chip Extractor.

TRW

I got mine at Radio Shack w/anti static mat unfortunately they are long gone. But I see them on Amazon for about $10.00   I prefer buying local if possible

Thank You!!