1957 Tonka Rescue Squad Metro Van Ambulance Fire Department Truck Restoration
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2 жыл бұрынI purchased this Tonka Rescue Squad metro van Ambulance Fire Department Truck on eBay October of 2021. It appears that this toy had a million miles put onto it and made some children extremely happy! It's entire body was covered in rust, was missing a headlight and the other one was missing a tab, both front and rear bumpers were dented in, the roof top siren was missing and it had numerous dents throughout the body. After sandblasting the body only showed minor pitting and was pretty easily filled with high build powder primer and wet sanding. Overall this was a very enjoyable restoration for me. I ran into a couple issues with the decals which I'm sure you will see. I had a couple that didn't stick down real nicely and one that ripped while I was removing it from the backing. Unfortunately I didn't have time to get another one before the video needed to be posted so I had to post with the defective decal. This will be replaced in the coming weeks. My little Niece made a "Monster Claus" for the video and I was super excited to include it in the ending scene, My sister made the big sheep for the video as well which I got a good kick out of. Thank you for watching!
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@adrianneburroughs3653 2 жыл бұрын
This was so relaxing for me. I lost my dad to cancer a couple weeks ago and he loved to do stuff like this. Gave me a bit of peace watching this
@georgeshelton6281 2 жыл бұрын
& I also now know that, this was an old iron toy ambulance. 🚑 😳
@aliyanoreen2595 2 жыл бұрын
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@jmccracken491 2 жыл бұрын
Prayers for you and the family.
@arturalexma 2 жыл бұрын
RIP
@teresabell1014 2 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss.
@arrosconpollo1 2 жыл бұрын
Watching the body parts get media blasted was super satisfying!
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@gerardburton3741 2 жыл бұрын
It always amazes me how good the quality of the metal is when the trucks are beadblasted. It looks in almost perfect condition.
@had2galsinthebooth 2 жыл бұрын
Yep. For some reason the surface rust bleeds out through the paint bad enough to make it look like solid rust but you can see the paint is still there when blasting.
@mary-annnstednielsen5300 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, no rust…. just dirt, that looks like it has been painted on
@joshuawarren551 2 жыл бұрын
I agree it seems like it wasn't really rusted, it was just painted like that and a little dinged up to make it look like it was old.
@DMARtunes 2 жыл бұрын
I've seen a lot of rust and corroding. It's as real as the rusted shit i find in my yard and in the ground. If the truck was painted, the stickers would be rusty and underneath the stickers wouldn't be rusted.
@DMARtunes 2 жыл бұрын
The sandblasting process fills any rust or corrosion pits if they aren't completely rusted though, (both sides have rust and complete holes, metal is brittle there.)
@scarbourgeoisie 2 жыл бұрын
Anyone else find these videos to be therapeutic? Excellent video quality.
@mfc4591 2 жыл бұрын
BAAAA. THAT IS A BIG SHEEP. YOU MIGHT CALL HIM SQUARE. what a beautiful transformation
@brandonb1681 2 жыл бұрын
That powder chrome looks great.
@johnnypatton32 Жыл бұрын
I truly feel sorry for those children that never woke up to a Christmas morning with a Tonka toy...imagination and fun. What you do is not only restoration, but art. Thank You for bringing back wonderful memories Sir!
@BrassLock Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind thoughts about my deprived childhood. Luckily, I lived near to a rubbish dump, a mere half-hour walk away. There we found old wind-up Gramophone players, radios, scientific equipment, telephone generators and suchlike, which we pulled to bits and renovated to make whatever we could imagine. We also found smouldering fires lit by the Council, and had marvellous fun throwing broken sheets of asbestos building materials on the fires to make them explode. The resulting clouds of particles were the shrapnel pieces of our imaginary hand grenades. Now 78 years later I still don't have _asbestosis_ but I can't vouch for my fellow companions. It was a marvellous childhood. But being deprived of *Tonka Toys* did take its toll, but luckily we were able to compensate somewhat by buying *Matchbox Toys* instead.
@molehogadventures6615 2 жыл бұрын
The patient sheep must of eating to much at Thanksgiving. Great job.
@nordicson2835 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for breathing life into these wonderful old toys, you know you made an impact when every rusted metal toy at the flea market went from $10 to $50
@michaelschamberger7956 2 жыл бұрын
I love watching you media blast the surface rust off. I find it oddly soothing.
@SteveMikre44 2 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness Chip was able the rescue "The Rescue Squad". Love Monster Claus...🎅👍
@suitov 2 жыл бұрын
Your niece is a future crafter-machinist! And your kitty is a very good helper. The ambulance looks fantastic. I can't express how satisfying it is to see someone's formerly beloved toy receive such care and attention.
@raimundanunes4028 10 ай бұрын
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@jaredbonshire 2 жыл бұрын
The most satisfying sand blasting I've ever seen.
@windowcreek1798 2 жыл бұрын
One word...MAGNIFICENT.
@nicksower6064 2 жыл бұрын
I love the cat's finishing touches.
@maggiesue4825 2 жыл бұрын
I am constantly amazed how you revive these old, beat-up toys!!
@procrastinator9 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate how he always rolls away the tires he removes instead of just picking them up.
@jodidavis6595 2 жыл бұрын
Boy did kitty cat get big! The chubby lamb was so funny. Beautiful wrk and I love to hear the click of everything coming together ❤️
@svipace8220 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful restoration and a lovely kitty. Hey kitty, no! Don't chew the lamp! Thank you for your effort.
@brazillady5119 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, the sheep show and the cat were the best. ❤️
@charlesqc9272 2 жыл бұрын
Nice restoration of one of my toy when I was young.
@bryanspindle4455 Жыл бұрын
It is so satisfying to see how quickly the sandblasting removes decades of rust, dirt, grime, paint and neglect. The restoration processes you go through are always fascinating.
@user-co9vb5te6c 10 ай бұрын
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@thespicemelange.1 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a collection!
@timwilliams19 2 жыл бұрын
Impressive sandblasting, in fact, impressive overall.
@ralphdadge302 2 жыл бұрын
An amazing restoration, wouldn't think the before & after were the same vehicle.
@WesTheHunter 2 жыл бұрын
WOW that powder chrome is Bloody Brilliant
@loulowrider2566 2 жыл бұрын
It's a pleasure to watch you bring back these antique toys. Takes me back to my childhood 😃👏👏👍👍.
@shawnataylor7998 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job!
@janicehosang6452 2 жыл бұрын
Watching you sand blast is my favorite!
@Toystorations 2 жыл бұрын
Please let your niece know how much we all appreciate MonsterClaus.
@Givulinovich 2 жыл бұрын
That opening backdrop was EPIC. 💕♥️💕
@chrislambert5249 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful restoration. I am the original owner of the Tonka set. Fire Engine, Aerial Truck, Rescue Squad 1954-55. The vehicles are in better shape (stored inside) not as much rust. I want to restore them, but not sure if I want to paint with powder coat or oil based paint. Thanks for a video. Nice way to start the day 🌞☕
@Anlushac11 2 жыл бұрын
I dont know why I find these videos so fascinating. i just sit and stare.
@rjb6327 2 жыл бұрын
Why is it so satisfying watching the sand blasting?
@frankponikvar9262 2 жыл бұрын
As always... just beautiful!!!
@tonymurray814 20 күн бұрын
That’s it. I’m officially obsessed with this channel. What a great hobby!!
@benji_t747 2 жыл бұрын
Very satisfying sandblasting on this one
@juligamer471 2 жыл бұрын
It is satisfying to look at old toys being restored to what it used look like
@Quickened1 2 жыл бұрын
I love how you include a playful element to all your videos! It's as if you never grew up... A collection to be envied man, well done!
@kathleenking47 2 жыл бұрын
These men, actually need to teach boys & girls, how to play again They're on too much screentime😞
@TheCount46 2 жыл бұрын
I want to thank you for saving these toys from the past. Your attention to detail on each one you have brought back to life amazes me. Restoring these toys is an art form and I enjoy watching how it is done by an expert. As a child I remember having and seeing some that you have restored in toy stores in the 40s and 50s. Again, thank you so much for sharing your videos with us. Each toy you restore I hope would be put into a museum so that future generations of children could see the toys their great granddads played with as a child.
@arlynpineda2620 10 ай бұрын
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@chasekemp4982 2 жыл бұрын
The sand blasting is the best part😌
@getsmarter5412 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting with original sound. I love to hear the tools and work!
@Queta6971 Ай бұрын
Fantastic work as usual. I just love to watch you restore these classic Tonka toys. Thank you 🥰
@fabiogianotti5270 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulation chip Channel the Fábio and Rafael from Brazil. The best restauration. Long life the Channel.
@geo2cv6tron14 2 жыл бұрын
The before / after is really impressive 👍
@leticiagomez6230 2 жыл бұрын
CÓMO SIEMPRE, EXCELENTE RESTAURACION FELICITACIONES SALUDOS 👍
@ddilink 2 жыл бұрын
Love the hubcaps... nice touch Great job!
@davidrogers0717 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for not making a music video. I just saw another YT restoration channel but it was full of loud music. I love being able to hear the raw sound just as if I were standing beside you as you work.
@rohitshukla9756 2 жыл бұрын
Another great renovation project 👍 This time I missed your pet 😼
@shnops 6 ай бұрын
Gorgeous !
@johnthomsen8802 2 жыл бұрын
amazing all the parts that went into these toys.
@grandmasmagic3858 2 жыл бұрын
loved, loved, LOVED your intro with the tow truck, and the sheep..!!?? brilliant..I chuckled...fat sheep really needed the ambo at the end...
@davidparsleyscustomscaleemerge 2 жыл бұрын
OUTSTANDING !
@Rich77UK 2 жыл бұрын
Great job. It would have also looked ace as a UPS van.
@TomLymberopoulos-du5he 29 күн бұрын
Love watching your repairs you are an absolute master restorer Thank You so much...
@raywood8187 2 жыл бұрын
Rescucing the rescuers, once again saving the day for time-ravaged childhood artifacts!
@RestorationAustralia 2 жыл бұрын
Very well done, looks new.
@dave3156 2 жыл бұрын
Wow another great one Chip. Been looking forward to a new one and this am there it was! Thought the body was going to be more pitted but it cleaned up really well with your sandblasting. Great finished product and great video work like usual. Junk yard still looks more full than the last video you did! Thx for sharing!
@trekwars2763 2 жыл бұрын
Sand blasting is my favorite part!!!
@BIGWojo68 2 жыл бұрын
28:00 I busted out laughing! It was just gone!
@mariahlamb2983 5 ай бұрын
My 4 year old son and I were watching this together and he was absolutely rolling on the floor when the chubby sheep was trying to get in the back of the truck 😂
@rodneybrand8521 2 жыл бұрын
Another Tonka saved..nice collection..👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@ericmarks6322 2 жыл бұрын
Vintage toy restoration is a hobby I would like to take up as it looks quite satisfying.
@robsondejesuspaulon3507 2 жыл бұрын
Bom dia a todos excelente trabalho perfeito 👏👏👏👏
@raywilson800 2 жыл бұрын
Great job. Beautiful results.
@kiss196161 2 жыл бұрын
that's just art! WOW!
@amybylo7568 2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous restoration! Love watching your video while you work on old truck 🚚 and paint bright color that looks great! Less talking is much better 👌 you re doing very well and very talented too!
@eldermartins3220 2 жыл бұрын
Good that you show your collection every video.
@intrepid5144 2 жыл бұрын
I want this toy!!! And just a few other ones, if you wouldn't mind! LOL Honestly, if you were close, I'd love to be your "helper"! What a Fantastic Talent! Thank you for all the Toys you've "saved"!
@bigboo1848 2 жыл бұрын
I can never watch these videos all the way through. I always manage to fall asleep when it gets to the sandblasting part. Even when I'm not tired I still fall asleep watching these.
@brandysears3546 Жыл бұрын
Sending support, love, and kindness from Lexington MI USA.
@murlthomas2243 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a beautiful restoration. Took me back to my childhood.
@SF-fm9hs 6 ай бұрын
Just saw the video. Fantastic Restoration. Have to figure out how to make my blasting cabinet work as proficiently as yours. On putting on vinyl decals, A drop of soap and some water sprayed before applying the decals. Lets you move them, to position them. Squeegee out the air bubbles and water. and they stay in place. Might make it a little easier to apply.
@tealwraith9045 2 жыл бұрын
Hooray for Monster Claus! Oh, and the truck looked good, too.
@Chanteuse66 2 жыл бұрын
NGL, the hardest part for me would be getting those decals on straight! 😊 Great job!
@generalgrafx 2 жыл бұрын
That’s why I would use soapy water.
@Dorelaxen 2 жыл бұрын
Clever fix on the axles. Also that chrome powder coat came out really nice.
@caroltanzi29 2 жыл бұрын
Chip: great restoration job! Each and everyone is a work of art. Love them ll. Carol from California
@hiddentruth1982 2 жыл бұрын
normally I don't agree with restoring antique toys but as bad as this one was it needed restored to save it. A top notch job to boot.
@barbarapease9399 2 жыл бұрын
It's sort of interesting that just after you restored this vehicle - all the cat wanted to do was chew the top light off. I enjoyed watching this. Thank you.
@jondickinson880 Ай бұрын
I have a mid 70s Mighty Tonka Rescue Ambulance that someone put curbside during a Spring cleanup awhile back, Aside from missing the tailgate, gurney and dolls it is in relatively good shape for its vintage, I am an avid watcher of your channel and would like to donate it as I haven't seen any 70s Tonka vans of any version restored here or anywhere else.
@markgoddard2560 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant new sheep. Congratulations to you niece on fine Sheepmanship! (Really good restoration too. Very enjoyable and excellent results!).
@DoomingPlays 2 жыл бұрын
Whoever is restoring this did a great job
@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@dr.robotico7879 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChipChannelRestorations 38:18 This vehicle is somewhat a combination of a Volkswagen Bus and a Ford pickup truck with a cab.
@dr.robotico7879 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChipChannelRestorations I know that this a small ambulance. But the ambulances that we see today, had bigger cabs, so they can carry medical gear, devices, items like blood packs, syringes, sleeping gas, and shock pads. And speaking of blood packs, there's another variation of the ambulance called a Bloodmobile, they're meant to deliver packs of human blood to hospital to hospital. And another version of a Bloodmobile is a bus type. A bus type Bloodmobile can carry more packs of human blood than the ambulance.
@holdenbabyboy 2 жыл бұрын
I find myself holding my breath sometimes when you are putting those tiny screws and rivets in. Excellent restoration! Some interesting things in the junkyard I would love to see restored. Now go rescue that sheep you blew off that rescue squad truck. LOL That giant sheep looks like he ate up all your other sheep.
@lisasmith9589 2 жыл бұрын
Love ut! Especially the ending with the "sheep" and cat!
@udorechner6846 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice restoration, and a beautiful fine result.
@donalddodson7365 Жыл бұрын
I do not remember this model from my childhood. I would have loved it: opening doors, red light and pretend siren, & Civil Defense emblem. I really enjoyed the fly over of restored fleet. Thank you!
@ernestogor1570 2 жыл бұрын
Simplemente ¡¡¡Felicitaciones por el excelente trabajo!!!
@vikinglore1066 2 жыл бұрын
Another awesome restoration! I really appreciated the extra sandblasting clips, I find it just mesmerizing watching all that corrosion just being wiped away. Keep up the good work!
@chrismayer3919 Жыл бұрын
Isn’t it amazing how a little sandblasting can improve the appearance of rusted items multifold… 😉
@chrisakarazor9612 2 жыл бұрын
Astounding!
@user-eh2mo7lf8b 2 жыл бұрын
谢谢你能让我看到这么好的视频，很专业的技术，给你点赞不过我觉得贴纸的时候喷一点水上去这样我想应该比较好粘贴，等水蒸发以后就粘贴牢固了，这个方法或许可以尝试一下哦😀😀
@chrluc 2 жыл бұрын
A little spray of soapy water and a squeegee would make pacing those decal much easier. I'm impressed with your craftsmanship.
@jenniferbeasley9966 Жыл бұрын
All better ready to go to work! Always a amazing restore👍👍
@bjoernaltmann 2 жыл бұрын
That is some nice paintwork!
@clementevaldez1271 2 жыл бұрын
Hats off to you Sir for bringing those toys to their former glory.. .beautiful work on ALL Your restorations....
@billiehydrick6417 2 жыл бұрын
I luv the amazing work you do on these toys thanks for sharing my friend 👌 ❤
@brandonkrystynak1969 Жыл бұрын
Holy crap what a sandblaster. I absolutely loved how you recorded it. That was so freakin satisfying watching it. Awesome restoration job.
@rosanapascoal7747 2 жыл бұрын
Focou linda sua ambulancia trabalho de mestre. Amei. Parabéns. Abraço do Brasil pra você
@nickyprano 2 жыл бұрын
Another faultless restoration. I loved the catscan!
@judithstuart9631 2 жыл бұрын
You demonsrated a wide variety of skills!
@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Judith Stuart!
@kjamison5951 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulation, I’ve run out of superlatives to describe your meticulous restorations and passionate editing! Thank you! That sheep though….
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