I went to a train show today not looking for anything in particular. Then I saw it a like new Chessie Steam Special engine with very little run time, got a excellent deal and was on my way home with a big smile.
First thing I did was open up the tender as recommended here and sure enough the board was loose and the foam deteriorated. Quick clean up and new double stick tape installed.
Got it to run and the sounds work. I tried to post video but had upload problems I'll try later.
This MPC thread has been enjoyable and everyones posts have been great to see.
Here's what sound of steam sounds like. I may install a on/off switch because I believe there is no volume control. The whistle sounds like the Cannonball on Petticoat Junction .