Sony TC-FX2 tape deck - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Chloebeee · 31st May 2011, 2:17 pm

Hi there

I've just inherited a lovely sony music system with amp, phono, radio and cassette deck. Unfortunately the tape deck, although it will turn on and light up it will not work. Does anyone know if these are easily fixable, if theres any manuals about, or if theres anywhere near Brighton that can fix these?
Did have a look on the internet but either I'm looking in the wrong place or there a bit thin on the ground

Thanks!

Michael Maurice · 31st May 2011, 5:41 pm

Hi and welcome to the forum.

The most likely cause is the drive belts which have stretched or broken.

Replacement are available from Cricklewood Electronics, www.cricklewoodelectronics.co.uk or from places like Charles Hyde or CPC. You will have to measure the belts yourself and decide which is most suitable.

If you are not happy about repairing it yourself then try and find one of us who can do it.

Sorry but I dont know anyone in Brighton who can help you.

31st May 2011, 2:17 pm	#1
Chloebeee Retired Dormant Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Brighton Posts: 1	Sony TC-FX2 tape deck Hi there I've just inherited a lovely sony music system with amp, phono, radio and cassette deck. Unfortunately the tape deck, although it will turn on and light up it will not work. Does anyone know if these are easily fixable, if theres any manuals about, or if theres anywhere near Brighton that can fix these? Did have a look on the internet but either I'm looking in the wrong place or there a bit thin on the ground Thanks!

31st May 2011, 5:41 pm	#2
Michael Maurice Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wembley, Middlesex Posts: 7,229	Re: Sony TC-FX2 tape deck Hi and welcome to the forum. The most likely cause is the drive belts which have stretched or broken. Replacement are available from Cricklewood Electronics, www.cricklewoodelectronics.co.uk or from places like Charles Hyde or CPC. You will have to measure the belts yourself and decide which is most suitable. If you are not happy about repairing it yourself then try and find one of us who can do it. Sorry but I dont know anyone in Brighton who can help you.