From Ruin to Resplendence: Saving the Sylvanian Family Storyteller

Embark on a nostalgic journey with me as I breathe new life into a cherished relic from the past: the TOMY Sylvanian Family Storyteller. This enchanting animatronic toy, a beloved creation from the early 80s, holds a special place in the hearts of many.
In this restoration video, I take on the challenge of reviving this mechanical marvel, which had fallen victim to the passage of time and neglect. With cracked gears and severe battery corrosion infiltrating its circuits, motor, and switch, the Sylvanian Family Storyteller was in desperate need of attention.
Through meticulous repair work and dedication, I delve deep into the inner workings of this beloved toy, addressing each issue with precision and care. As I meticulously piece together the components, memories of childhood play flood back, reminding me of the joy this TOMY creation once brought.
Witness the magic unfold as the Sylvanian Family Storyteller awakens from its slumber, its mouth and eyes moving once again in sync with the sound of voices. It's a testament to the enduring craftsmanship and timeless appeal of TOMY toys.
Join me as we celebrate the beauty of restoration and the nostalgia-inducing charm of vintage TOMY creations. Sit back, relax, and let the stories of the past come alive once more.
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[@Super_Bros.]

It’s actually pretty awesome, and makes me think of those “ShowBiz Pizza” robots .

[@RandiRain]

Oh they're great. I have a few videos on them. There are rabbit versions too, and ones that dance instead of sing.

[@mhmrules]

Sing it baby!

[@stevendunn264]

That bear is a metaphor for me... looks pretty good until you dig in and realize it's rotting from the inside. Wish I had someone skilled to fix me up.

[@RandiRain]

You're not alone.

[@3v249]

What an undertaking. Great job. I used to fix RC cars in a repair lab. In my experience, and this is just my opinion when you use lithium grace, it should be applied to all bearings more than bushings. This is because the nature of the metal of bushing typically being made of brass is more porous and using lithium, it will plug these pores up . Using oil fill these plugs with oil and it will continuously lubricate. now I step off my soapbox. Great video you got me into robots.

[@RandiRain]

I've just started using it. I used to just use 3 in 1 oil.

[@3v249]

You got me into robots. First Mattel, Sir galaxy.

[@georgemartinezjr]

That Roy has Good Voice. Mammy

[@load53]

I love sylvanians, I really want the gray bunny, which is the cutest thing I have seen of sylvanians. But they are super expensive for me :'(

[@RandiRain]

I have these... kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqi7mHyMetWJqac And I did this... kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqenqnp3l5KAqZI

[@MidniteTease]

Such clever devices, too. I feel like a modern version wouldn't be as well-thought-out.

[@RandiRain]

Very clever, I would say more clever than Teddy Ruxpin.

[@jtstaffan]

Wonderful choice of song !

[@RandiRain]

I know... That's why it bugs me that KZbin is not letting me monetize it. Even though it was recorded in 1925 and went into public domain in 2021.

[@makerofthingsunique]

In your hand you can definitely make 3 wrongs right. Great video as always

[@RandiRain]

Thanks... Love these guys.

[@makerofthingsunique]

@@RandiRain it was a great introduction how they work and I'm going to look back at your earlier videos about them

[@michaelkeith1366]

Liked the song choice and your piano playing superb.

[@RandiRain]

Thank you.. Thank you very much. KZbin thinks that song is not in the public domain... but they're wrong. It was recorded in 1925. Which means in 2021 it became public domain. Pfftt! KZbin. 🙄

[@AaronJonesMagic]

Love ya! From Japan

[@RandiRain]

Hello.. I've been to Japan. Had a last.

[@crushedcan5378]

@@RandiRain on a magic show or just vacations?

[@user-mgc]

Far more fearsome than Five Nights at Freddy's, truly the stuff that nightmares are made of...

[@antor44]

Great video!

[@RandiRain]

Thanks!

[@georgemartinezjr]

Even CLR from the Dollar Store works Good Ut looks like same Colors on the Label But worded Differnt. Use itvto remove Corrision on my Wifes Halloween Animtronic

[@georgemartinezjr]

WD 40 grease good stuff. I b used there Gel Lube Maybe i try that on a Motor Or gel Lube By Permitex

[@georgemartinezjr]

You should Supply the Voice for the toy. That Test test Hello hi Had me Laughing its your Voice I LIKE IT RASPY WITH TEXAS ACCENT

[@Ericstrains]

Great video

[@adamkalb1412]

Another Great Piece of content ❤🏁🌈

[@RandiRain]

Thank you 🤗

[@georgemartinezjr]

Look like yiu this open up Pandoras Box

[@georgemartinezjr]

Depression Era Bear

[@georgemartinezjr]

Could put on a Pre Magic Show . Withbthis Bear

[@georgemartinezjr]

With MS. TANYIA Bear😊

[@scottmcdonnell7559]

Wow. The prices of these have gotten insane on eBay. I wonder if it has anything to do with your videos with them? I have a few in boxes with the tapes. These prices are tempting me to part with those.

[@RandiRain]

What they are asking for on ebay and what they are getting are not the same. Those you see with crazy prices, they've been on there for a while now.

[@scottmcdonnell7559]

@@RandiRain I had ben thinking lately about making an Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas set or a mini Chucky Cheese/Showbiz band set lately and have been looking for the right toy to base it on. These sylvanian story tellers would make for a good base for the Jug-band, but they are smaller than I am thinking.

[@RandiRain]

@@scottmcdonnell7559 I did something like that already... kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqenqnp3l5KAqZI

[@scottmcdonnell7559]

@@RandiRainI have seen that. You did awesome. It was part of the inspiration for the jug-band idea.

[@generic53]

Have you ever worked on a Teddy Ruxpin or is there not much to one?

[@RandiRain]

I did... Over a 100 videos ago.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKW7faaXdrOJi7c

[@hydroxacte]

But what is the song? As a guess Bessie Smith, but there were others who sang like that. What's the actual title, and the singer?

[@RandiRain]

You're right. It's Bessie Smith, "My man blues".

[@georgemartinezjr]

Hey Rand i posted your Vidieo or one on the RC Tank to A Group on Toy Restoration. Someone ask if I could Re Poo air His Sons Tonka Truck. I Told Him ask Randi Rand She on Face Book

[@georgemartinezjr]

This Animations Toy Are not like Tomy They have servos

[@georgemartinezjr]

Never mined wrong Toy