1956 Tonka Cargo King Semi Truck Hauler Restoration

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  • čas přidán 23. 08. 2024
  • I purchased this 1956 Tonka Cargo King Semi Truck off eBay January of 2022 for $100.78. It was in dire need of help. Overall it was very complete for being 66 years old. Outside of missing a rear trailer gate, mud flaps and one hubcap everything was there. The body was in extremely rough shape and ended up taking multiple coats of filler primer which I didn't show, just due to the boring nature of spraying and sanding over and over again. After filling the body with high temp filler and high build primer it came out super smooth. It had a couple minor imperfections that show in just the right light. While taking the truck apart I found what appears to be a white mold in-between the tires, which I though was pretty weird, however I do believe this at one time was a flower pot from the dirt that was in it. I made an attempt to save the original wood floor before deciding to replace it with new. I remade the mud flap bracket and tandem axle plates by cutting the blanks out on the CNC mill and then made a stamping die on my resin 3D printer, once cured, I was able to use a hydraulic press to stamp or emboss the details into the reproduction parts. This is the first time ever trying this process and I was super happy with how it came out. Definitely opens doors to some additional parts I can make in house. The aluminum bed has more imperfections than what I would like however for being 66 years old I was pleased with the outcome. Thanks for watching!
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Komentáře • 709

  • @ClementeValdez-n7w
    @ClementeValdez-n7w Před dnem

    Thanks to you these beautiful toys live on !!!!!....I can't believe that people were so careless about the toys they once played with....great restoration on ALL OF THEM... THANKS

  • @kenreeve32
    @kenreeve32 Před 2 lety +3

    3-D printing, parts machining, and die stamping, all in one restoration? Outstanding!

  • @MT-qu2tg
    @MT-qu2tg Před 2 lety +2

    I truly believe the patient attention to each small detail of this project really brings out true authenticity of the original vintage truck. Truly magnificent work.

  • @Dan-uv5lw
    @Dan-uv5lw Před 2 lety +2

    It is great to see old "decent" tonka and other vehicles being restored.
    I really enjoy watching you restore these classics.

  • @raymonddschaak4888
    @raymonddschaak4888 Před 2 lety +2

    It is nice to know someone out there takes an intrest in restoring old toys like this, keep it up.

  • @donaldfinch1411
    @donaldfinch1411 Před 2 lety +3

    Best video yet! And you really do have The Most Interesting Tools for your use.

  • @shawnfisher4628
    @shawnfisher4628 Před 2 lety +86

    Your skills and techniques have increased so much over the years. This is a stunning example of that. I am totally impressed. I love to watch you work. I restore toys myself for my own collection but you Sir are on a much higher level than me. Looking forward to the next one. I hope it is the tank. Wink wink.

  • @giorgiodechambre6798
    @giorgiodechambre6798 Před 2 lety

    I'm glad that there are people out there who restore things back to fantastic and new condition, too many times I tossed things out even though I didn't want to, because I lack knowledge of how to fix it, and skill.

  • @fritzy1819
    @fritzy1819 Před 2 lety

    Amazing that a kid's toy from the 1950s outlasted all the appliances you buy today! Beautiful work!

  • @darilynkrupp6309
    @darilynkrupp6309 Před rokem

    I've seen other "restorers" videos but none are as enjoyable to watch nor have the skills you do and their finished pieces reflect that. Thanks for an interesting & relaxing hour.

  • @schalazeal2042
    @schalazeal2042 Před 2 lety

    Two things amazes me, one that there are people who let such a beautiful toy rot away and two, that there are people who can restore them like new... wonderful job...❤️

  • @joebainter
    @joebainter Před 2 lety

    What a beauty. The only thing I like more than seeing what you do to your old little boy toys is the big boy toys you use to fix them all up!!

  • @tomcurda4203
    @tomcurda4203 Před měsícem

    Never ceases to amaze me how a rusty old piece of junk can be turned into something show room new.

  • @jsfoster75
    @jsfoster75 Před 2 lety

    You have me addicted... I went and bought a sandblaster to restore an old army gas tank for my Jeep. :) Thank you for your inspiration, I can't imagine how much you have invested in tools and time for these projects.

  • @wayneandrus240
    @wayneandrus240 Před rokem +5

    This was an extremely thorough and accurate restoration using some very sophisticate equipment. This truck and trailer would be a great display piece in someones home or office. Beautiful~

  • @valborchardt3596
    @valborchardt3596 Před rokem +1

    Oh my word, what a fabulous restoration, brilliant. Thank you.

  • @bonnierusie9631
    @bonnierusie9631 Před 2 lety

    Ok , you got me! Beautiful work.
    I'm a girly girl now, but I used to crawl around with my brothers in the dirt, driving Tonka trucks. My personal favorite was a Semi hauling a 6 horse trailer. Wish I had them now! I'm 66 now! My dad took the horses from us, painted them up and put them with his horse collection! Haha!

  • @joncorwin6134
    @joncorwin6134 Před 7 měsíci

    Imagine all the cool stuff that trailer hauled over the years. My dad would have been 8 years old in 1956. This truck was probably the cat’s meow to his generation.

  • @raywood8187
    @raywood8187 Před 2 lety +1

    Quite the Chip factory you're building. If I hadn't watched the video, it would be hard to believe that something that far gone could be brought back to shine again the way it first did in some child's eyes!

    • @ChipChannelRestorations
      @ChipChannelRestorations  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Ray Wood! I'm super excited to keep adding more tools to the shop, I hope to some day be able to remake all of the parts for one of these toys.

  • @alexanderleach3365
    @alexanderleach3365 Před 2 lety +1

    Most awesome truck restoration ever.

  • @grumpyoltimer7523
    @grumpyoltimer7523 Před 2 lety +4

    Wow, the toys you have to repair these projects is impressive.

  • @kentbrockman8837
    @kentbrockman8837 Před 2 lety

    I think you have surpassed the Tonka factory in quality workmanship. These would be gem level.

  • @RestoreRescue
    @RestoreRescue Před 5 měsíci

    A spectacular job of restoring every single piece in this massive project. What is even more impressive to me though, is the masterpiece of video editing done to make this process look so smooth and seamless.

  • @dzymslizzy3641
    @dzymslizzy3641 Před 2 lety

    WOW! You've got ALL the toys...and I'm not talking about the things you restore! CAD program, CNC, 3-D printer, lathe, all the Dremel stuff, welder, professional spray booth with filtration, sandblaster, oven for curing powder coat paint....I love it, and am partially jealous...(although I lack the math skills it takes to use the first three items I mentioned)...

  • @williamstrecker1548
    @williamstrecker1548 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I am 71, and I had this exact toy as a child. The only thing I think I remember that was different was that the rear slide door was also corrugated like the rest of the trailer side. Otherwise a beautiful restoration as always.

  • @michaelbatts7149
    @michaelbatts7149 Před 2 lety +3

    Excellent restore! I can just imagine Christmas morning. All the great presents under the tree! This included!

  • @kwetzler624
    @kwetzler624 Před 2 lety +1

    I don't think I've seen a vehicle that needed your talented hand more than this one. From such a revolting start to such a great finish. Fantastic!

  • @Farm_fab
    @Farm_fab Před 2 lety

    Chip, your truck was cat scanned, and approval was instant. Nice job on the restoration of this truck.

  • @monstergirly
    @monstergirly Před 2 lety +1

    Epic! And the most amazing tools. Your attention to detail is so satisfying to watch. Love, someone who works with messy data and broken Excel worksheets all day...

    • @loydisham6492
      @loydisham6492 Před 2 lety

      For me, circular references are the worst!

  • @mslorry3420
    @mslorry3420 Před 2 lety +2

    Keen eye for detail!
    Thank you for your time and talent!

  • @ruthmtumolo9613
    @ruthmtumolo9613 Před 2 lety +2

    So happy! Another beautiful restoration.

  • @Bender13
    @Bender13 Před 2 lety

    I’ve always wondered where these toys have hiding all these years to end up looking like this when you got them. In a lake, old garbage dump, farmers field, roadside ditch? Certainly not someone’s attic….not rusted away like this. And then you work your magic and bring them back to life…amazing.

  • @trevor-wh1dv
    @trevor-wh1dv Před 2 lety

    That tractor trailer might look better then it did brand new in 1956. You put alot of love and care into it.

  • @dipakrn5230
    @dipakrn5230 Před 2 lety

    Painstakingly & meticulously done! It passed the Cat's 59:02 inspection too! All the new tools and techniques add a new flavour to each episode. Brings back some sweet childhood memories too. Many a times, I feel that the Tonka toys you restore are better than they were bought brand new from the Toy store!

  • @ronnieellis9524
    @ronnieellis9524 Před 2 lety +4

    Poor little red truck please to see you got it will be fantastic when you get it done .I love this channel I am amazing at just how much work takes for one Restoration thank you for sharing keep your videos coming

    • @ChipChannelRestorations
      @ChipChannelRestorations  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for watching Ronnie Ellis!

    • @ronnieellis9524
      @ronnieellis9524 Před 2 lety +1

      Your very welcome love the Chanel ps love the cat

    • @ChipChannelRestorations
      @ChipChannelRestorations  Před 2 lety

      @@ronnieellis9524 Thank you! I will definitely give her some belly rubs for you!

    • @maddhattr07
      @maddhattr07 Před 4 měsíci

      🎉😊😂🎉🎉😮🎉😮😅😅😅😅😂❤🎉😂😊😊😢😅😂😊🎉❤😮😂😂​@@ronnieellis9524

  • @LordKane773
    @LordKane773 Před 2 lety +16

    Amazing work! the mixture of old and new school tech makes your channel one of the most interesting restoration channels out there! keep up the good work.

    • @ChipChannelRestorations
      @ChipChannelRestorations  Před 2 lety +4

      Thank you very much LordKane773! Have a great week! Making the stamping molds was my favorite part of this video!

    • @LordKane773
      @LordKane773 Před 2 lety +1

      @@ChipChannelRestorations I will try to have a good week and thank you! Love your channel!

  • @kenrk
    @kenrk Před 2 lety +2

    Extra toasty! Must have sat in a barn for 40 years. :) Very nice result!

  • @jimthompson9992
    @jimthompson9992 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic! A million dollar restoration for sure!

  • @luke3501
    @luke3501 Před 2 lety +1

    As much as I love the skill and presentation of the restorations...the subtle brand of whimsical humor is the icing on the cake.

  • @alaaalsaher8012
    @alaaalsaher8012 Před 2 lety

    You are a positive person.. I love your posts that make me feel optimistic and cheerful. traffic acceptance

  • @Gearhead-en8dz
    @Gearhead-en8dz Před 2 lety +24

    Really interesting to see all the different techniques you used in this one. Really pulled out all the tricks. Great Video Chip.👍

    • @ChipChannelRestorations
      @ChipChannelRestorations  Před 2 lety +2

      Glad you enjoyed it Gearhead 6971!! Thanks for watching! I was really excited to try stamping the new parts!

    • @number19real
      @number19real Před 2 lety

      @@ChipChannelRestorations you make restoration video for 1hour is too long,make it between 25-30mnts..btw u have made great videos anyway

  • @leighmartin5293
    @leighmartin5293 Před 2 lety +1

    A stunning transformation. It didn't look possible. 👍👍

  • @tomswindler64
    @tomswindler64 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video,that poor old truck definitely had seen better days,whoever previous got their money’s worth out of it.day and night transformation.you do have the talent for these types of projects.keep up your work ethic and carry on 👍👍👍😎😎😎

  • @siriustraveler7083
    @siriustraveler7083 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful restoration better than new

  • @ajkoots258
    @ajkoots258 Před 2 lety +2

    Chip, I could watch your videos in their entirety , excellent as always

  • @ElwoodFarmGoats
    @ElwoodFarmGoats Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful restoration. Your skill amazes me every time. I never look at old metal vehicles the same when I am in antique stores.

  • @holdenbabyboy
    @holdenbabyboy Před 2 lety

    Wow! So great to see all the different tools old and new that you used. The truck looks wonderful.

  • @amadine770
    @amadine770 Před 2 lety

    I have never seen a rust bucket come to life like this-it was great saving the toy from a smelter's fire.The replaced board was a plus-the old one could not hold well with new nails.Now if you will excuse me I need to watch your other restores.

  • @cityfarmer7084
    @cityfarmer7084 Před 2 lety

    Wow!!! All I say every time I watch one!!! Looks better than new!!!

  • @cecilgore495
    @cecilgore495 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely beautiful, fantastic job, you are a very skilled restoration expert. Thank you because you made my day.

  • @fabioonofregianotti2764
    @fabioonofregianotti2764 Před 2 lety +2

    Congratulation Chip Channel for the Fábio and Rafael from São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil. The best restauration this ford truck, by Tonka. Long Life the Channel.

  • @teee4532
    @teee4532 Před 2 lety +1

    Another awesome restoration Chip! You did incredible job saving this old Tonka with what looked like a million miles judging how narrow the axles got

    • @michaellee4944
      @michaellee4944 Před 2 lety

      Awesome restoration chip as always. If I may point out one thing the landing gear for the trailer is on backwards .

  • @joallawestervelt6918
    @joallawestervelt6918 Před 2 lety

    Wow, awesome restoration. Beautiful semi tractor trailer. You have a lot of cool toys now to do these incredible restorations. How fun. Your talents are amazing. Thank you for sharing them and the adorable Beaker. 😸💕😊💕😸

  • @villanovacustomcoatingsres3503

    Great work as always! Awesome to see your trailer was able to be cleaned up and buffed out.

  • @cinm9565
    @cinm9565 Před 2 lety +1

    I have been looking forward to the next restoration

  • @loupiscanis9449
    @loupiscanis9449 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you , Nice job .
    (And we wont mention the mud-flap bar ) 😉
    🐺

  • @deniseboldea1624
    @deniseboldea1624 Před 2 lety

    I applaud your patience on these challenging projects, I guess there's some truth to the saying the greater the challenge the greater the reward. Well done as always.

  • @salemswhich6668
    @salemswhich6668 Před 2 lety +19

    It looks like you've got some great projects ahead of you and I can't wait to see them

  • @andresvenegas3346
    @andresvenegas3346 Před 2 lety

    Wow 😯 this poor truck REALLY needed a lot of restorative work! Great to see you persevere 👍🏼💪🏼

  • @user-nq1fk3db3i
    @user-nq1fk3db3i Před měsícem +1

    This restored toy is totally awesome right there nice 😊

  • @lisapino6739
    @lisapino6739 Před 2 lety +1

    This one was in rough shape. You did an amazing restoration on it though. I love watching you make parts for it. You definitely have an eye for details. Thanks for sharing 😀

  • @nordicson2835
    @nordicson2835 Před 2 lety

    Love the big projects , this one was great work. One day America may make good , sturdy toys again.

  • @RustyNail5856
    @RustyNail5856 Před 2 lety +1

    I did not think you could fix this one, but i was wrong, it was so rusty. i think you can fix anything and make it look better than new. Great work.

  • @williampalenik7306
    @williampalenik7306 Před 2 lety +1

    Another great restoration job you did on a toy truck their Chip

  • @robertwomack6015
    @robertwomack6015 Před 2 lety

    All I can say is wow. You bringing it back to life is such a joy to watch 👍

  • @miniclip65
    @miniclip65 Před 2 lety

    I'm proud of you. You did a nice job and you work with a guard on your grinder. Safety first!👍

  • @darlalinn6216
    @darlalinn6216 Před 2 lety

    Another great restoration. Looking forward to more. Tonka trucks are the best.

  • @KevinMullett
    @KevinMullett Před rokem +1

    The finish on this one is beautiful. Nicely done.

  • @ronhelman3985
    @ronhelman3985 Před 2 lety +1

    Outstanding Job 👍👍👍👍 Great video!!!

  • @garymatthews1280
    @garymatthews1280 Před 2 lety +1

    Another excellent job!!

  • @slimwantedman6694
    @slimwantedman6694 Před 2 lety +3

    Good morning from Southeast South Dakota

  • @kristelregondola-biscarra8123

    Always satisfying, Chip! Will keep wathing from the Philippines! ❤️

  • @user-lz4ec8br4e
    @user-lz4ec8br4e Před rokem +1

    Замечательно! Такая красота получилась! Реставратор от Бога! 🎉

  • @Crash787b
    @Crash787b Před 2 lety +5

    That must be the most worn axles I've ever seen on this channel... amazing job man!

  • @bobsly1643
    @bobsly1643 Před 2 lety

    One of your best yet. Congratulations!

  • @samfuller6273
    @samfuller6273 Před 2 lety

    You have the coolest tools Chip! If you can't replace it you make your own!

  • @Tealtra
    @Tealtra Před 2 lety

    So funny dragging the parts off camera. Bravo turned out great. Glade the tonka truck was my first to watch your skills in action. 🤗

  • @nightwinggames3
    @nightwinggames3 Před 2 lety

    When ever I watch a toy being taken apart, I like to play this game call "what's the cleanest, shiny spot on the old rust toy?"

  • @chriswinemiller2428
    @chriswinemiller2428 Před 2 lety +1

    I am amazed at the beautiful, smooth surfaces you achieved. You have such an eye for detail as well as diligence and skill to create such awesome results. It is immensely satisfying to see such marred, broken vehicles become things of beauty! I love how you use sophisticated tools like CNC and 3D printing. As a long time equipment software engineer, I think about how cool it would be to develop the software embedded in those tools, controlling all that hardware. I'm such a tech geek. 😄 Keep up the great work!

  • @keithmiller3120
    @keithmiller3120 Před 2 lety +6

    Nice job 👍🏻 love the work you do on restoring these lost gems…

  • @RoadRunnergarage8570
    @RoadRunnergarage8570 Před 2 lety +9

    An incredible restoration especially with all of the challenges this one had!!

    • @ChipChannelRestorations
      @ChipChannelRestorations  Před 2 lety

      Thanks again Thomas Barnard! I was really excited to try the metal stamping for this toy

  • @JackFlemingFan1
    @JackFlemingFan1 Před rokem

    Excellent restoration and thank you for posting your video too!!

  • @geo2cv6tron14
    @geo2cv6tron14 Před 2 lety +1

    The before / after is really impressive 👍

    • @grahamdavies22
      @grahamdavies22 Před 2 lety

      Love your work 👍😀 when did you realize the mudguard hanger was on backwards? You fixed it without damaging any of the bits you restored too!

  • @myungkitty
    @myungkitty Před 2 lety +13

    Don't think I didn't notice you attaching the mud flap bracket the wrong way around at first and then fixing it off camera haha ;)
    This one was extra impressive work, you really worked miracles on this one!

  • @franksando635
    @franksando635 Před 2 lety +1

    Nothing like a good hot cup of coffee and a great restore Video from you 👍

  • @tonybryan9718
    @tonybryan9718 Před rokem

    Just admit it, you LOVE tools and GADGETS!
    I don't think I've ever watched a CZcams channel that is more relaxing, and totally mesmerising. Thank you for you channel.

  • @johnje4285
    @johnje4285 Před 2 lety

    This is the best toy restoration channel on CZcams

  • @ancientsalt4291
    @ancientsalt4291 Před 2 lety

    Imagine back in the 1950's-60's getting toys like this for Xmas/birthdays etc. Even after all this time, they're still holding despite generations of being passed down. Anyone else have Ertl toys when they were still made from die-cast with real rubber wheels and such?

  • @shant2464
    @shant2464 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice restore. Cute kitty.

  • @BillMulholland1
    @BillMulholland1 Před 2 lety +3

    Good morning Chip. I’ll be back. Have to go. 🍻👍

  • @shakedydogshake
    @shakedydogshake Před rokem

    The chrome powder, is always a blast to watch!

  • @savagediamond944
    @savagediamond944 Před 2 lety

    I like content like this, remember when I was little I played with toys.... awesome

  • @Vickie-Bligh
    @Vickie-Bligh Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing this. Beautifully done.

  • @jamesa.7604
    @jamesa.7604 Před 2 lety

    You did an exceptional job on this restoration. It was in pretty rough shape at the beginning but you brought it back.

  • @ratroddiesels1981
    @ratroddiesels1981 Před 2 lety

    museum quality restoration. superb photographic skills.

  • @shannahmiller
    @shannahmiller Před 2 lety

    I enjoyed this episode very much. I especially liked seeing how you polished the (aluminum?) siding on the trailer. Seems like I learn something new with every episode.

  • @sergiovasconcellosocriativo

    I didn't know these tin toys. But I imagine they are now better than those originally found in the showcase of old toy stores.
    Hugs and congratulations for this work of art.

  • @av8tore71
    @av8tore71 Před 2 lety

    Something about watching you sandblasting is so satisfying

  • @chrisdean6700
    @chrisdean6700 Před 2 lety

    Another awesome restoration! I like the use of modern tools like the 3-D printer & CAD apparatus.

  • @buzzsgarage
    @buzzsgarage Před 2 lety +1

    WOW All the tools that you have