I have two PS2 engines, neither are working well. Hoping I may get one out of the two. The scenario is one engine is the Daylight 4449 GS-4 4-8-4, (30-4071-1), from the 2002 Toy Fair flyer. I was running this engine at our train club, unfortunately it derailed. And I saw a "blue" cloud of smoke. Every since then it just sets on the track and looks pretty.
The second engine belongs to a friend of mine, and it is a CSX 1500 Switcher, # 1311. (30-2259-1). The engine and all features are working well. The problem is the sound quality. The sound is extremely distorted.
What I'm considering is the possibility of removing the sound board from the Daylight and exchanging it in the CSX engine. According the MTH documents both engines use the same sound board set. (AE-0000001).
My assumption is that the sound board is a "daughter" board and that I could simply unplug it and replace it. (Of course I would have to download a new sound file after the exchange.)
Is my assumption reasonable, and I am hoping the problem with the daylight was confined to the main board and did not affect the sound board in it.
Or should I just bite the bullet and seek some professional help? The only issue with that is the board set is more valuable than the engine.
Thanks for any thoughts!!
The benefits of this forum is awesome! Been playing with trains since the 60's, couldn't even imagine trying to operate todays equipment with the support system we had at that time. Literally none. As a result of the inquiry here, I took advantage of "GGG's" offer and sent not just one but 3 engines to him. He took care of all the issues I had, and was extremely reasonable on the price. (Much better than I would have gotten at any repair center, I'm sure!) And, speak about quick, he didn't have them for more than a week! So hats of to you George! I really appreciate your help!!!
