1934 Kingsbury Chrysler Airflow Light Up Sedan Restoration

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I purchased this 1934 Kingsbury Chrysler Airflow Light Up Sedan off eBay July of 2020. The wheels were ready to fall off this one, the wind up mechanism did not work, nor did the headlights and tail lights. It was missing the battery retainer otherwise was all there. This one fought me in numerous ways. When I stripped the old coating off the parts, the factory grille dissolved in a matter of seconds, evidently I should not have tried stripping the coating. I ordered a factory one for replacement when it comes in, however to make the video for this weekend I made a custom one just for now. The factory spring clip for the drive assembly snapped during reassembly and I had to improvise with a short spring and push clip. It worked well, however I was still saddened that It was not the correct parts, I will continue to look for a replacement clip to fix this correctly in the future. While reassembling, I missed installing the insulators under the light bulb contactors at first and had to remove and reinstall them after. Other than the slight mishaps, I am extremely thrilled with how this little car works. It drives well, and I love the clicking sound as you wind up the spring. The tail light is my favorite part of this hole car. Thank you for watching!
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Total Restoration Cost
Purchase Price $209.25 (eBay)
Tires $62.00 (KY35APT thomastoysantiquetoyparts.com/)
Headlights $8.52 (GL25354 www.lightbulbs.com)
Grille $33.00 (KY1B thomastoysantiquetoyparts.com/)
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Complete Restoration Cost: $361.73
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@JTupps Жыл бұрын

My son Lucas is 4 and we watch one of your videos every night at bedtime. He was laughing his butt off for a solid 10 minutes over the sheep getting sucked out of the car at the beginning. He gives you a literal thumbs up every time you tap the subscribe on the sand blaster. Thank you for these videos. He now wants to."rescue" toys from the garbage himself, lol From one of your littlest fans, "Hi! More sheeps please!"

@jeansiegel4128 2 жыл бұрын

Just undoing everything, shows the care and effort made years ago when companies cared about manufacturing even toys! Nowadays, forget it.

@Apophis1966 2 жыл бұрын

I guess the grill is in my eyes not good, and you forgot the iso paper, greetings from germany, dont forget to feed the sheeps

@douglasnapoltes1643 2 жыл бұрын

Those sheep of yours crack me up and I like Beaker’s cameos at the end of every video. You do such a fantastic job on every restoration! My favorite parts are the sandblasting bit and when the paint powder in the baking process turns shiny. Those are ASMR for me.

@plotnik1982 3 жыл бұрын

даришь вторую жизнь машинкам. круто. успеха тебе.

@joannalayne8688 2 жыл бұрын

Very classy! With real lights from 1934! Who knew!

@maliakane4456 3 жыл бұрын

I mean it's not just that the table is crowded but that you can't really appreciate all the beautiful work because they're all smooshed together

@jackbrydges7673 2 жыл бұрын

The hate can’t outweigh the talent of this person.haters never win.

@edwardhoyenski68 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent restoration, but oh, the poor cyclopeep..... His one staring roll.... Thanks for another great vid.

@annushca09 3 жыл бұрын

Вы просто мастер с большой буквы. Браво.

@davidduffield8629 Жыл бұрын

I like the makeshift grill, shows creativity and resourcefulness. I thought it added character.

@fabiogianotti5270 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulation chip Channel the Fábio and Rafael from Brazil. The best restauration of Chrysler Airflow 1934. Long life the Channel.

@lakeshjasarevic4955 2 ай бұрын

I think it needs an alignment. Can't wait to see the permanent grill.

@edithpaul9934 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching the sand blasting, the powder coating and cleaning parts with a brush. Amazing!!! He is so talented!!!

@ahiamapanmei9027 2 жыл бұрын

W kw

@ahiamapanmei9027 2 жыл бұрын

@goleafsgo8496 4 ай бұрын

5:45 "Made in the USA" aw the good old days when things were built at "home" to last and entertain several generations of children. 😊 9:43 wow thats a lot of pieces, the manufacturing from back in the day is so under appreciated! 😮 I think I would have cried when the OG grille disappeared before my eyes, but you hung in there hopefully somehow you find a replacement.

@judywalker2849 2 жыл бұрын

Omg Cyclops is behind the wheel 😂🤣😂 I love these videos and the sheep are too cute. Sandblasting is my favorite part of your videos. Tonka toys were the best back in the day.

@geo2cv868 3 жыл бұрын

The design of this car is really beautiful and sublimated by your restoration, we knew how to make stylish toys at that time

@chrismayer3919 5 ай бұрын

Yup; back when old-school cars only needed one taillight

@that_thing_I_do 2 жыл бұрын

The tow truck start up for every video just kills me. So adorable.

@jodypearce2510 3 жыл бұрын

Watching a toy auto get restored is just like watching the real automobile get restored, but on a smaller scale with less parts. Cute cat, and oh those little cotton ball sheep!

@christineberry3076 3 жыл бұрын

Good job securing the coil!!

@caroltanzi29 3 жыл бұрын

What an incredible restoration project. With all the bits and pieces, it seemed more involved than ever. I really enjoyed watching you work on it. Beautiful!

@user-so3mg4ty1l 2 жыл бұрын

جذ

@19Bmiller 3 жыл бұрын

Securing the spring with zip ties was brilliant

@ussdiscovery6912 3 жыл бұрын

I agree! Hopefully I will remember that the next time I have to deal with a spring.

@Hoonozit 3 жыл бұрын

As soon as I saw him holding the spring I said "Well you're about to have a mess". I should have known better. This guy is one of the best, for sure.

@edithpaul9934 3 жыл бұрын

I was impressed with that as well.

@andrewgalloway7344 3 жыл бұрын

yeah i caught that too ... what a way round eh ?

@sickpuppie88 3 жыл бұрын

I am Laughing while screaming at the TV, " You forgot the insulating paper for the electrical parts". I enjoy this channel. I'm a big Cyclops fan, always look for him...!

@bjmorley 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder when he realised he hadn't put them in?

@StudioPluche 3 жыл бұрын

This was a luxury toy for 1934. Glad to see it properly restored.

@asteverino8569 3 жыл бұрын

Great to watch. Your cheeky, sheepish humor 👌 😀😀 🐑 Even towing from the junk pile to the work area. The tools and craftsmanship are very good 😌 Thanks.

@kjamison5951 3 жыл бұрын

I come for the restorations but I stay for the sheep and the kitty! Superb work!

@gregg-wb8yys517 3 жыл бұрын

Really neat how a few minutes in a media blaster can change something faded and worn into something almost new looking.

@sparkyfox7956 3 жыл бұрын

Something about this toy being rwd amuses me greatly

@chrismayer3919 5 ай бұрын

This is total ASMR for any/all restoration junkies! 😴

@cynthiareynolds3044 3 жыл бұрын

Sand blasting would get rid of all the rest off of that 1934 car you do a great job with your restoration it looks so good much better after you’ve done all your work to it.I in joy your videos and your cat at the end when you pet him or her they like that

@sharkyfish3492 2 жыл бұрын

nice work. I am not crazy about the grill rebuild. Somehow it looks off to me, the rest of the car is fantastic

@rajiv4972 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Chip. Now the Airflow is my new favorite after the searchlight truck!😇😃

@anthonyw5261 Жыл бұрын

Purring kitty and a Bentley. Great day and video 👏👏👏👏

@robertphillips6296 3 жыл бұрын

It's a shame about the grille but I like the new one. Thanks for posting.

@marylouantonsson5836 2 жыл бұрын

I like Your work an enjoy every second. You're a very kind and nice man - Your animal tells me. 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑 As I wrote, I like You but love Your cat. 🐈‍⬛👌🏻

@dukeofdeals9392 Жыл бұрын

Another great video! I am sure that I am not the only one that would appreciate a tour of your shop layout and the tools you use to work your magic. Thank you

@normablake2748 2 жыл бұрын

You’re one of the reasons why I watch restoration videos. Thanks for sharing your talent. This little car was well loved and you made sure someone can continue doing so. Keep doing you 🏆

@AlizeRocha 3 жыл бұрын

Love it! Especially cause green is my favorite color

@MrEvilWasp 3 жыл бұрын

Thank God you're changing that grill at a later date, but otherwise a nice restoration. Peace

@karinweber3930 3 жыл бұрын

@alicekshantry8149 3 жыл бұрын

Очень люблю Ваши видео! Они очень уютные и домашние 😍😍😍 Всегда переживаю за барашков. Милейшие существа ☺️☺️☺️

@restorediy 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing work buddy! I restored a Jeep Wagoneer on my channel!

@gregwright392 3 жыл бұрын

Another outstanding restoration

@StackingLimit 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing work. I am new to the channel and spent the last week catching up. Watching these transformation restoration videos is addictive and very soothing. Good for the soul.

@cynthiareynolds3044 3 жыл бұрын

That looks like something Bonnie and Clyde would drive in the Bonnie and Clyde movies 1934 and something million Airhart drove.

@russelljohnson1303 3 жыл бұрын

It's definitely a beauty and my favorite one yet. Glad it's getting a replacement grill later. Too bad about the original one.

@FloridaClay 2 жыл бұрын

Great toy and a nice restoration. Glad the metal was in such good shape when the paint was removed.

@Hoonozit 3 жыл бұрын

That's more fine work from you. Thanks for the video.

@actiontoykids8848 3 жыл бұрын

This new video is so fun and educational for children, and the children watch it with great attention👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️

@josedrummerworldtour5574 2 жыл бұрын

🎖🏆Excelente... Genial... Saludos desde Viña del Mar Chile🇨🇱

@debbesundquist1418 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Chip, I really don't think you should let the one eyed sheep drive anymore! Glad to see 👀 the stitches are out! Great job!

@YeahNo 3 жыл бұрын

I’m more concerned about the ones with the bandaids. 😥

@ghostlightwhisper6802 2 жыл бұрын

Why not let the one eyed sheep drive? At least he keeps his eye on the road.

@martinvs6415 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! I love the way that turned out. Now that the sheep has her licence, they can go cruising! Love it!

@jerrytate9169 3 жыл бұрын

I try to count the sheep, but always fall asleep.

@georgeshelton6281 3 жыл бұрын

What's also taking place with me 🤠 😉 is that; I'm also on the 💺 ⛵ 🔎🔍 search for, 1/24th plastic ⚖️ scale 📳 model RVs. Such as like the 🗝️ old ⏳⌛ timer 1960s, 70s and 80s 🏆 Winnebagos.

@jimenarubio766 2 жыл бұрын

@@georgeshelton6281 MiLANMUÑOZ

@georgeshelton6281 2 жыл бұрын

@@jimenarubio766 Restoring these iron toy trucks have a lot in common; it all depends on what the engineer restores, I've seen the old timer Mattel Electronics Intellevision VG (Video Game) console, get restored. This is in the case of; how to restore anything, that anyonewants restored.😳 😀 😄 😬 😉 🙄 😳

@helenfitch3440 2 жыл бұрын

I got 12...

@Zoso75Gibson 5 ай бұрын

Amazing work here Chip! That is one COOL toy!!!

@nelumalwis6035 Жыл бұрын

This not just amazing talent with comprehensive knowledge and ingenuity, also great sense of humor and showmanship combined that makes your videos such a wholesome experience. Please continue this wonderful journey

@jmace1957 2 жыл бұрын

I would never dream of correcting anything you do, but when using the bluing solution, it is best to pour some out of the bottle into a small container, so that you don't dip the "contaminated" brush back into the bottle. Outstanding work on all of your projects.

@SciFiChatterMike 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that turned out so good. I love it when you are able to fix broken and create missing parts. That one terrific looking showroom model.

@daviddiasdesouzafilho2655 3 жыл бұрын

I can't understand, because there are so many dislike. The work was absolutely perfect!

@briandd27 2 жыл бұрын

You should work on more 1930s era vehicles. I love the deco art style of those.

@MrZlodeus 3 жыл бұрын

1:10 love it how the Cyclops Shoop gets sucked out of the car at the beginning :))

@lisapino6739 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a fabulous restoration. That car is absolutely Incredible. I love that you wind it up and off it goes. The flock seem to love it too Wee.

@vernabink2865 3 жыл бұрын

Good to see the white tow truck today. Cyclops is ok, has his flock of friends with him

@via_aviyah8399 3 жыл бұрын

Hello its 1AM in Indonesia, i like your channel so satyfied, i always watch your video before going to sleep 😅

@neilschmid4991 3 жыл бұрын

This must have been a top end expensive toy when new.

@jamesjustice4515 2 жыл бұрын

Nice looking green chip. Green as the incredible hulk

@thomasheroux3146 3 жыл бұрын

Awesomeness! My fav part of the week, new video from Chip Channel!

@scottfoster8905 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the restoration. I hope that the temporary grille is replaced with one that looks more original. Great job!

@donigor9549 2 жыл бұрын

What a great job, congrats and thank's for share.

@amybylo7568 3 жыл бұрын

The grill is not bad you made new one for temporary. Green color is great and look nice on car

@MMitchellMarmel 3 жыл бұрын

"Streeeeeamlining! I got the original Airflow chassis!" -Cecil Turtle

@leegoldeneagle9003 3 жыл бұрын

Bad. Wi. Fi. Last. Nite. Got. U. This. Time. So. Very. Sweet 🎂. Brother 😁. Love. The. Green. So. Cool 😎. Nice 👍. Work. As. Always. Lee

@rhondaflynn3 2 жыл бұрын

"Acid dissolved the grille" struck me as surprising and funny!

@stoveboltlvr3798 3 жыл бұрын

Most excellent restore job as usual. The one tail light is unique.

@GrAdeADub 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching this channel...the process of watching something old become new again is soothing and satisfying...and the tow truck and sheep add a funny, entertaining touch...this channel never gets old!!

@amilcarmoncada1801 3 жыл бұрын

Otra gran restauracion con un resultado asombroso, la lograda en este Kingsbury Chrysler Airflow Light Up Sedan 1934 💯👍💯👍👍🤘

@rruni9828 3 жыл бұрын

I would rather have seen your PERFECT remade grill to match the original one. Stunning restoration

@edwardbroyles9738 3 жыл бұрын

i watch your clips as soon as they come out. i really like seeing what you have to do to restore these toys. But i LOVE THE SHEEP. it's like the early movie serials "the perils of Pauline".

@CreatorCade 3 жыл бұрын

The cyclops sheep always picks the best cars to hang out in.

@nancymills1884 2 жыл бұрын

This one is really sharp, modified grill and all. Nice that the sheep can take the entire flock for a ride.

@BillsWorkbench 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for teaching me that zip tie lesson with the spring. I would have learned that the hard way. I am sure I will use that skill when restoring my own cars for my KZfaq channel. I have a bunch of Matchbox and Hot Wheels done, and a Tonka. I am looking for more cars like that one to restore. Thanks again for the time you take to make these great videos.

@johnmay371 3 жыл бұрын

Another great restoration.I enjoy your channel very much you do fantastic work!

@Tim-57 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chip Another fine automobile to add to the fleet, she looks great! Take care 🙂

@johnzeller1338 3 жыл бұрын

My Grandfather had a 1938 or 9 Plymouth. Can't remember the model but his only came with one tail light. Wonder when manufacturers started with double tail lights. But anyway....Great job!👍

@annettemalaski1967 3 жыл бұрын

That piece came out beautifully! I almost want to be a sheep and go for a ride!

@loverlei79 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I love the "custom" grill! Keep it!

@user-ln9os9yz7y Жыл бұрын

Не забывай больше снимать на видео кота!!!😊

@thenflywjaz6917 2 жыл бұрын

Great resto. The wee sheep rock ! 😁

@leiatyndall8648 3 жыл бұрын

Look at what happens when you let a flock of junkyard sheep go joyriding! Crashing into walls, runnin' each other over....Cyclops should've known better than to drive after having an eye procedure! LOL!! Interesting restoration, it being a wind-up car w/ 3 lights. I didn't put 2 + 2 together for some odd reasons that there was a lit-up taillight because I was trying to figure out what the mechanism on the bottom was for. Nice restoration!!

@beverleycrawford3044 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so impressed and inspired!

@janbaer3241 3 жыл бұрын

The cotton ball sheep are riding in style.

@losbatiamigosdefran5710 2 жыл бұрын

The Cat its so Adorable🐱❤

@iraceitall 3 жыл бұрын

What a super cool old toy and great restoration! They don't make them like that anymore!

@murlthomas2243 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful restoration! Thanks for sharing!

@rangercv4263 Жыл бұрын

Was so surprised that you managed to find replacement tyres. Wasn’t so keen on the grill situation. The original grill was brilliant. It’s a shame that the acid burned it up. Hope you can score a good replacement because the temporary grill has much to be desired. Also wasn’t too enthusiastic about gluing the tyres to the axel bar. There must be a more elegant way to secure them which is reversible? Although I cannot think of a more elegant solution off the top of my head, I am confident you’ll come up with one eventually Chip. Cheers!

@stephenbarlin2314 3 жыл бұрын

These toys seem cheaply made butI do admire their clever design. Kids must have had a lot of fun with these.

@iseespots6014 3 жыл бұрын

love the working headlights great job as always.

@montanaheaventush 2 жыл бұрын

Wow those parts prices are crazy!! Great job, watching sand blasting is strangely theraputic..

@robertdragoff6909 3 жыл бұрын

I feel vindicated I saw a green car in your pile o! cars and trucks and it looked like a Chrysler Airflow, and it is! Glad to see it restored, too bad the grill self destructed.. I hope you get a replacement soon, the grill gave it the Airflow 'personality'. Another great restoration.