1956 Tonka Cargo King Semi Truck Hauler Restoration

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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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@loupiscanis9449 2 жыл бұрын

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

@maxxcherry6955 2 жыл бұрын

I collect Tootsie Toys .Brings back fond childhood memories an makes me wish I was a kid again !

@williamstrecker1548 7 ай бұрын

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.

@ronnieellis9524 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Ronnie Ellis!

@ronnieellis9524 2 жыл бұрын

Your very welcome love the Chanel ps love the cat

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

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

@maddhattr07 Ай бұрын

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

@kenreeve32 2 жыл бұрын

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

@tomswindler64 2 жыл бұрын

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 👍👍👍😎😎😎

@joebainter 2 жыл бұрын

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!!

@BillMulholland1 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning Bill Mulholland! Have a great day!

@bonnierusie9631 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@grumpyoltimer7523 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

I may be a tool hoarder by trait haha. Thank you Grumpyoldtimer!

@darilynkrupp6309 Жыл бұрын

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.

@giorgiodechambre6798 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@cinm9565 2 жыл бұрын

I have been looking forward to the next restoration

@donaldfinch1411 2 жыл бұрын

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

@williampalenik7306 2 жыл бұрын

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

@shant2464 2 жыл бұрын

Nice restore. Cute kitty.

@kentbrockman8837 2 жыл бұрын

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

@stephenhenion8304 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool truck... well done!🎩🇺🇸🎩

@slimwantedman6694 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning from Southeast South Dakota

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning Slim WantedMan!!

@user-lo2tm1qm8d 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!!!Video perfect 👍!!!!Number 1!

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Have a great Sunday!

@RestoreRescue 2 ай бұрын

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.

@ruthmtumolo9613 2 жыл бұрын

So happy! Another beautiful restoration.

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Ruth m Tumolo!

@fritzy1819 Жыл бұрын

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

@jsfoster75 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@dzymslizzy3641 2 жыл бұрын

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)...

@chrismayer3919 Жыл бұрын

I was starting to think it would take a magic wand to save that wreck… didn’t know you had one on you! 🪄

@mslorry3420 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Ms Lorry! Thank you for watching!

@luke3501 2 жыл бұрын

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

@kenrk 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ken K!

@MT-qu2tg 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@valborchardt3596 Жыл бұрын

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

@ancientsalt4291 2 жыл бұрын

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?

@buzzsgarage 2 жыл бұрын

WOW All the tools that you have

@LordKane773 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@LordKane773 2 жыл бұрын

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

@raywood8187 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

Most awesome truck restoration ever.

@alaaalsaher8012 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ronhelman3985 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding Job 👍👍👍👍 Great video!!!

@ajkoots258 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aj Koots!!

@louiscallow253 2 жыл бұрын

oh wow, that red powder was brighter than life! damn

@Jerepasaurus 2 жыл бұрын

Firstly, holy cow! The rot on those wheels and caps! DANG. You've never had any of either nearly that bad! I won't lie, I got excited while also in awe. lol "How many miles?" THOSE AXLES, WOW. Never seen any toy vehicle with that kind of wear. O, the stories this truck must have. All the adventures and roads paved for it by the children at the wheel. How much it must have been truly loved to get so much use. Suggestion for the future when trying to salvage the wood pieces! Clear acrylic filler! Even if the wood is terrible, you're keeping it with the entire project together that way, and in much sturdier condition! You could even add a little color, flake, or pearl to the fill. :D

@Farm_fab 2 жыл бұрын

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

@RustyNail5856 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@trevor-wh1dv 2 жыл бұрын

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

@wayneandrus240 Жыл бұрын

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~

@user-lz4ec8br4e Жыл бұрын

Замечательно! Такая красота получилась! Реставратор от Бога! 🎉

@kristelregondola-biscarra8123 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kristel Regondola-Biscarra! Hello from the United States!

@Gearhead-en8dz 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

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

@number19real Жыл бұрын

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

@joncorwin6134 4 ай бұрын

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.

@BronzeGiant 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great even with the trailer landing gear installed backwards...

@siriustraveler7083 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful restoration better than new

@leighmartin5293 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Blondie42 2 жыл бұрын

🚛 Wow, Chip's toy workshop sure is high tech and fancy these days. Them sheep 🐑 is livin high on the hog 🐖 for sure now.

@garymatthews1280 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent job!!

@kwetzler624 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@schalazeal2042 2 жыл бұрын

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...❤️

@bip4all Жыл бұрын

Just a spectacular transformation.

@michaelbatts7149 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Would make for an amazing Christmas morning! Thanks for watching Michael Batts!

@monstergirly 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

For me, circular references are the worst!

@wierpkevin 2 жыл бұрын

This dude is the VICEGRIP GARAGE of Tonka trucks !

@ceciljohnson3829 2 жыл бұрын

Another awesome build.

@nordicson2835 2 жыл бұрын

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

@joallawestervelt6918 2 жыл бұрын

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. 😸💕😊💕😸

@giorgiocaldini3474 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the film and nice Cat of final. 👋🇮🇹

@samanthadean1083 2 жыл бұрын

Spiders, why is it always spiders and their nests??? 🙀 Amazing job!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️

@raymonddschaak4888 2 жыл бұрын

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

@hoperestoration5595 2 жыл бұрын

amazing restoration dear...you got subscriber

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much A1 restoration 😊, your heater turned out nice!

@hoperestoration5595 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChipChannelRestorations thanks again

@dkakito 10 ай бұрын

You know... That Filler Primer color is very pretty.

@oscararquitectogmail Жыл бұрын

GREAT JOB. LOVE THE CAT AT THE END OF YOUR VIDEOS

@amadine770 Жыл бұрын

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.

@Kata_Ustad 2 жыл бұрын

I'm from Indonesia, your channel is unique, if in Indonesia you will get a title or nickname with the term less happy childhood, it means that when you were young you were not satisfied playing because of something, for example limited playing time because you have to help your parents make money, so that when you grow up You can make what you wanted as a child. Thank you, this channel is very inspiring for fathers in repairing their children's broken toys. Wow cool for you,_ ady kiwa

@jimthompson9992 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! A million dollar restoration for sure!

@131dyana 2 жыл бұрын

Great job truck looks like new. Thank you.

@diecast_MikeEspo 2 жыл бұрын

Great work as always . Paint is amazing . WOW .WOW . SOOOOOOOO NICEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.

@bobsly1643 2 жыл бұрын

One of your best yet. Congratulations!

@stevenseverance3692 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing like a "Good Shine" to make a fine "Restoration" of a "Tonka Truck 🚛"to get it to"Look " it's " Best "! "Right On" !!! " It Looks Great 👍💯👍 Fantastic Job 👍💯 😁"!!! Sincerely Yours 🤠 Mr Severance, "The Cake 😋🎂🥳🎈🎉 🍰 Man", "World 🌎🌍 Cruiser"&"Succulent Collector",and "Teacup's & Saucer's Set's and Teapot's 🫖 Collector".

@s1135274 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent work! You'll find a pair of needle nose pliers will save your thumbs when nailing in small brads like on the trailer! Hold the tiny nails with the needle nose, and then pound them in.

@cityfarmer7084 Жыл бұрын

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

@geo2cv6tron14 2 жыл бұрын

The before / after is really impressive 👍

@grahamdavies22 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@l.k.b.2447 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work as always neat trick with the mud flaps

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you L.K.B.

@briansearles4473 Жыл бұрын

Great work, hard to imagine it would look better than new. I am the same age as the truck and I wished I looked as good.

@edwinayalasr3699 2 жыл бұрын

Excelent job you have good skills

@brianlook7385 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent job as usual, and some fancy editing to switch that mud flap bracket back around. LOL

@darlalinn6216 2 жыл бұрын

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

@djevo3441 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing job my friend congratulations

@RepairRestore 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful restoration Chip!!!

@toddrafuse2529 2 жыл бұрын

Love that one great job brother

@cathybenson5119 2 жыл бұрын

Well done. It turned out beautifully. 👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Cathy Benson! 😀

@Tealtra 2 жыл бұрын

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

@egdg120575 2 жыл бұрын

I’d guess 125,000 miles but only driven on salt packed roads in the north. I really enjoy your videos.

@villanovacustomcoatingsres3503 2 жыл бұрын

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

@lolcec81 2 жыл бұрын

Комментарий в поддержку канала и ролика, а также труда мастера.

@jamesfield5346 Жыл бұрын

Those axles were used and abused... holy cow. That truck put in a lot of work.

@franksando635 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS Frank Sando!!!

@mikecostello1727 2 жыл бұрын

I'm absolutely 💯 %impressed 😇❤

@nuriaiglesias2619 Жыл бұрын

Que buen trabajo y que alegria me producen tus vídeos.Maravilloso, te daría 1.000 likes si pudiera.

@sergiovasconcellosocriativo 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@Bender13 2 жыл бұрын

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.