1961 Tonka State Hi Way Department Mobile Clam Crane Truck Restoration

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I purchased this 1961 Tonka State Highway Department Mobile Clam Crane Truck from a local antique store about a half hour from where I live. It was in terrible shape and overall desperately needed restoration. Everything was there minus the clam release that goes on the very top of the boom, which I fabricated on my CNC mill. The entire truck was covered in rust, flaking paint, and corrosion. The windshield was broken, the crane rope was all tangled up and weathered, one of the two out riggers was snapped off and just wired onto the toy to keep with it. I was super excited to work on this one, although it was a larger project than normal. The part that I made on my new mill is actually the first successful part that I made on it. I've got a ton of learning to do in order to use the CNC to it's full potential, but it should make for some interesting future videos.
The color on this Tonka is one of my favorite colors and the finish has to be within the top 3 of my favorite restorations that I've done. Thank you for watching!
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@Kivetonandrew 2 ай бұрын

I remember Tonka Toys being advertised on TV in the UK. Their slogan being Tonka, real tough toys for real tough boys. With the name Tonka, I always thought they were made in Japan and not the USA. Unfortunately I was past the age of playing with toys by then. I notice from your restorations that many standard parts were used across the range, however, every restoration is always different and the finish looks much better than when new by using powder coating. Enjoying every one!

@bozodog428 Жыл бұрын

Love when the tow truck backs in and pulls the next project out of the bone yard.

@deneennash5102 2 жыл бұрын

Look so good, these kids can play with them now! Instead of computer, television or phone. Thanks for sharing.

@VangoghsDoggo 2 жыл бұрын

I have watched a few others do the Tonka Toys, NOBODY does it better, NOBODY. I have seen them call it restoration but they don't take it all apart, they don't replace missing parts, they don't even remove all of the rust, then use paint over it. You obviously put out a quality restoration.

@Zardox2 2 жыл бұрын

I think this is Beaker's favorite, so far! 😁🐱

@someoneelse7629 2 жыл бұрын

In this video the blast media is fresh and unused. I worked in a place once that got a job that included sandblasting thousands of parts, noone wanted to do it, but I said I'll do it. The sandblast cabinet was in its own room, I had pallets on either side of the cabinet, one for unblasted, and one for finished. After doing a slow testrun of a pallet, they estimated the time needed. Then we refilled the blast cabinet with new and a bit corser sand, and there was no problem cutting the time in half or doing the job without stress. I listened to audiobooks all day, and didnt meet a person except for the guy changing pallets and a friend who dropped in with coffe whenever it was time for a break, I loved it, I could do that for the rest of my life.

@xenarulz6268 2 жыл бұрын

I love the sheep! They're my favorite thing ever

@williampalenik7306 2 жыл бұрын

A very good job in restoring the Tonka clam crane truck you brought it back to life again.

@1minigrem 2 жыл бұрын

Six months after Christmas I watch my son take a load of broken plastic crap to the dump, remnants of kids Christmas toys that won’t last a year. Then I watch you bring back the good bones of these old toys and make them good as new, I know what I would rather give my grandkids for Christmas. Your vids are pure pleasure to watch.

@theriley1976 2 жыл бұрын

I have missed a lot on your channel. My mother was ill and passed. These videos are therapeutic for me, and thank you for sharing your talents with all of us

@orionwarren4244 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing that old Tonka truck fully restored to as new takes me back to many a Christmas morning of my childhood!

@MrLangDog 2 жыл бұрын

Taste test on the string...check!!! Awesome build!

@annettemalaski1967 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Big , bright orange and black, and ready to work! Now we need the pick-up, loader and all the rest of the department! Super work! Hi, Beaker, don't chew the cables!

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Beaker was just flossing her little teeth 😁

@nickbower4103 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, love the new machine for cutting metal parts

@haroldboyer1174 2 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this video again for the second time. Awesome.

@bgdavenport 2 жыл бұрын

ONe of your finest restos yet!

@bryanstotts3466 2 жыл бұрын

Other toy restoration channels with alligatored paint or old pitting showing through should take note. Your channel is the gold standard for this type of work. Thank you for the entertainment and showing us what you do.

@Gearhead-en8dz 2 жыл бұрын

Joe DIY and Rusty Shepherd do nice work too.

@madcatter13 2 жыл бұрын

Chip has ruined me for the other restoration channels

@user-uj9wy2xp5e 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheRoadhammer379 2 жыл бұрын

TRG?Channel

@edwardtirrell5025 2 жыл бұрын

I really love how all you guys give a new life to old toys

@Upbeat_JMF_Drums 2 жыл бұрын

Sheep ✔️ Beaker ✔️. All is right in the world. Beautiful work.

@kennethingle3523 8 ай бұрын

This is great you bring back to brand new.

@SamExplains88 2 жыл бұрын

THIS IS AMAZING. THIS IS SOME NEXT LEVEL STUFF. PRECISION, PATIENCE, EXPERIENCE, TALENT, HARDWORK, FOCUS, ALL WERE POURED TOGETHER TO MAKE THIS GEM. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤❤❤❤

@OW79 2 жыл бұрын

Great restoration and best inspector

@Prairiesrock 2 жыл бұрын

Came to comment, "where's the 'I'm okay!' guy?" I see I'm not the only one who loves them!

@johnbugbee3730 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing what you do. The savior of misfit toys.

@tatiannazutania7751 2 жыл бұрын

Oh Chip!! You did such a wonderful job on this. There were so many parts. I'm glad you got the yellow out of the headlights with the Hydrogen Peroxide. My favorite, is your inspector. So adorable, and worth the money!! Thank you again for sharing your AWESOME talent!!

@Madlintelf 2 жыл бұрын

Best 1:01 hour of my weekend so far, excellent outcome!

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you soo much for watching!

@mauriciomonroy5241 2 жыл бұрын

@Талмс Дралор pero no los vendes.tus carro tu ygual descansa y nos vemos en la noche 😘🙏

@kirksway1 2 жыл бұрын

the minute I see the blasting cabinet I get inapropriatelly excited :)

@AStickOfDeoderant Жыл бұрын

Mane the 60’s were wildin’ fr

@judywalker2849 2 жыл бұрын

Yayyy the sheep are in the video 😁 The inspector checking the cables on the crane is too funny. Love these videos ❤

@petersze7127 2 жыл бұрын

The restorations you undertake Are absolutely fantastic.. the integrity of your work is simply 100 %. Thank you for teaching The right way to do it.

@gustavogiovannini1649 2 жыл бұрын

Very very good restoration!!! Thanks for share!!! Greetings from Rosario, Argentina!!!

@justinweaver8787 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice an very cool piece id lived to had one of these as a kid. Great work. Thank u for all u save.

@n411jd 2 жыл бұрын

Love watching you restore these old trucks and cars. These are the toys I played with as a kid. Thanks for the memories!

@helenfitch3440 2 жыл бұрын

My brother had some of these too. The lazy axles intrigued me I don't think they ever looked this good though ,even new.

@ChasingPunchlines 2 жыл бұрын

The sheep skits at the end always make me laugh. Thank you for your creative ingenuity! ❤️

@SteveMikre44 2 жыл бұрын

Once again Dr. Chip has saved another patient...

@JulioCesar-vd6em 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations. Magnific work

@dxgypsyful 2 жыл бұрын

Beaker literally inspecting the cable tensile strength with a fine tooth. Safety first! That cat is OSHA approved.

@igormichelbarbosadasilva7454 2 жыл бұрын

@edwardhugus2772 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Shop Cat approved Cyclops tested!

@user-or3nz3ji1w 2 жыл бұрын

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@albapfalzd3102 2 жыл бұрын

No, he's just flossing after the treat.

@AnuSingh-ih4td Жыл бұрын

@@igormichelbarbosadasilva7454 ,,

@carstenlapp7187 2 жыл бұрын

With this work you have demonstrated once again that you are the best.

@barbaraharnois5315 12 күн бұрын

My husband and I found you channel yesterday. What a great job, love the cat.

@geffreyjewell6546 2 жыл бұрын

I've been binge watching Chips videos for over a week and have been fascinated by his multiple discipline knowledge. An amazing skill set coupled with amazing tools. Can't wait to see restoration go further into his stack.

@otisthetowndrunk3613 2 жыл бұрын

This is what a professional restoration looks like 💯 A+

@suthompson6403 2 жыл бұрын

The sheepies are back! The sheepies are back! Oh, and a glorious, astonishing, magical restoration once again.

@sysphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you passed inspection lol. Any who, this video was pure patron status. 👏

@mykeg2401 2 жыл бұрын

Pumped for this one! An hour long vid hell yes. Let me get settled in .

@minbannister3625 2 жыл бұрын

The chrome finish is impressive, it reflects like polished aluminium!

@aglaesaitschenko2349 2 жыл бұрын

They sure don't make toys like they used to. Thanks, Chip, for making them new again.

@robertocarlosdacruzsouzaso1959 Жыл бұрын

Only a word: amazing.

@leiatyndall8648 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! You truly outdid yourself on this one! So many parts & so many upgrades & improvements, to an already excellent restoration process! Your techniques are constantly evolving & it's a pleasure to see what you'll try next. And as always, love Beaker (the kitty) & the sheep!!

@lindak8664 2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting on the edge on my seat, hoping you’d pick sheep up! You made my day! 😝 That was possibly your best resto yet.

@fabiogianotti5270 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulation chip Channel the Fábio and Rafael from Brazil. The best restauration.

@paulmusgrave3387 3 ай бұрын

Pop's here. Your video work is outstanding. The step by step is very thorough. Love the end results.

@floscalerc3629 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love watching these amazing restorations. No commentary, no cheesy music just the sound of the job is perfect and relaxing while having a morning coffee to get my day started. Great work! (I love the 🐑 👀👁)

@blockybeanz9924 7 ай бұрын

Very cute 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑

@SandpiperN121PP 2 жыл бұрын

So beautiful. I love the wet black bumper, & crane parts the best.

@diecast_MikeEspo 2 жыл бұрын

Just great , A 10 . SOOOO KOOOOOLLLLL !!!! Awesome work as always. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 . Mike Espo .

@diegodistefano4594 2 жыл бұрын

beautifull toy & excellent job!!!! Thanks and regards from Buenos Aires

@earlycuyler8719 2 жыл бұрын

I plan to watch the entire video tonight but wanted to let you know that I appreciate your work. I usually watch restoration videos at night to wind down. I also watch channels like tool rescue, something about the video without talking has a very calming effect.

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you soo much!

@Gearhead-en8dz 2 жыл бұрын

ASMR

@markgoddard2560 2 жыл бұрын

Your best restoration yet! Great sheep stunt too.

@shannahmiller 2 жыл бұрын

Your inspector is cuter than ours. I'm glad the sheep made an appearance, too. Great video!

@AmitGupta-bv9bh 2 жыл бұрын

It's perfect work done. Keep it up

@brunolem9342 2 жыл бұрын

Magnifique Restauration ! Bravo !👍😉

@bisotrapta7289 2 жыл бұрын

The hypnotic power that results from the contemplation of the impeccable realization of your restorations. Thank you so much!

@williamridner9451 2 жыл бұрын

what did you say

@bisotrapta7289 2 жыл бұрын

@@williamridner9451 Sorry but I think the google translator is not very intellectual ... I try again; the restoration process and how he describes it through video, for me they have an ipnotic effect, and of well being. I see the videos with interest. I hope this time the translator machine does the correct translation for some people ... Bye Bye!

@_zhawkeye_9808 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible restoration...I'm happy to see that the inspector flosses after eating...

@mamierouthier5697 2 жыл бұрын

I love the tow trucks bringing them in! The sheep are cool too.

@fasinfata 2 жыл бұрын

Really amazing! The one hour long video worth it, the result is incredible. My favourite part is when all the parts are fully restored and ready to reassemble, that moment is beautiful.

@FlyboyUS 2 жыл бұрын

This turned out awesome, one of my favorites!

@wiwazo Ай бұрын

Amazing state of the art equipment and the results are incredible. You have my vote for the best in the business.

@scsherman75 5 ай бұрын

I always wanted one of these when I was a kid. Great job. Thank you.

@drakea.5816 10 ай бұрын

The long videos are my favorite. I love watching you solve all the little problems that crop up during the restoration. You're a real pro and a pleasure to watch.

@MyCatIsSnoring 2 жыл бұрын

Beaker's inspection was exceptionally thorough this time, she takes her job very seriously.

@bryanreynolds8034 2 жыл бұрын

You do an awesome job with awesome tools

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks soo much Bryan Reynolds!

@ShadyGrady3 2 ай бұрын

You are the best toy restoration person on youtube…THE best I have seen and 2nd place is not even close

@bobsly1643 2 жыл бұрын

Most excellent restoration from the master!

@ohiomarine446411979 2 жыл бұрын

I swear I'd love to have a sandblaster just to go around looking for old stuff to clean up... Great videos!

@mandycoleman1394 2 жыл бұрын

Your inspector is very thorough ! They even test the string !

@StudioPluche 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing!

@boataxe4605 2 жыл бұрын

Cat “Wow that’s a really fancy tooth flosser”.

@rininurmarini1128 11 ай бұрын

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@alexmacol228 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent work of restauration!!!! Congrats!!! P.S. LOVED THE INSPECTOR!!!!!!!

@josephjohnston5213 5 ай бұрын

I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR VIDEOS!! I AM A MECHANICAL ENGINEER AND MY DAD WAS A TOOLMAKER, SO WE REALLY KNOW WHAT SKILL AND PATIENCE GOES INTO PROJECTS LIKE THESE. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. JOE

@douglasskaalrud6865 Ай бұрын

No need to shout-we get it.

@josephjohnston5213 Ай бұрын

@@douglasskaalrud6865 NOT SHOUTING , JUST REPLYING.

@derMenix 2 жыл бұрын

Phantastisch👍Wieder immer schön zu zusehen,wie aus Schrott neue Kinderträume entstehen!Danke🤩

@OnsAquarium 2 жыл бұрын

Where the sheep?🤣 nice restauration love your movies, very relaxing

@user-wv2pq4up2p 2 жыл бұрын

Офигеть мастер! Нет слов! Фантастика! Только котика не реставрируйте!

@bezrukov_sergey 2 жыл бұрын

А на кой болт он делает тест краски (в другом своём видео) на свинец? Потом смывает краску смывкой, а потом всё равно пескоструит. Откройте пожалуйста секрет, кто шарит

@kahutochishisumi9056 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job. I bet these toys were never as good, when new, as your restorations.

@shnops 5 ай бұрын

Such a complex and laboriously restoration item ! You reclaimed it beautifully to its former condition !

@davidschweikhart459 2 жыл бұрын

Well that's alright. Mighty fine job! 👍

@capers72424 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see the inspector doing such a thorough job! She even checked the tensile strength of the cabling! Beaker has grown into a gorgeous cat.

@restomondo9699 2 жыл бұрын

That’s the most enjoyable restoration video I’ve ever seen on KZfaq. Congratulations on a superb job!

@cynthiacooper8288 2 жыл бұрын

From the beginning to the end of your project videos, I am transfixed!! Thanks so much!!

@ThePepi102 2 жыл бұрын

Very gentle sheep loading haha! Great job overall!

@charlestatem3099 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely phenomenal work.

@milagrosbaez362 2 жыл бұрын

Maravilloso trabajo......es perfecto.......q mucho me rei cuando la grúa trajo al otro camión remolcado.......no tengo nada más q decir.....es increíble lo q haces😉👍😁👍😃👍🙀🇵🇷

@erictoddw 2 жыл бұрын

As always, AMAZING!

@fridaycaliforniaa236 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, this is a big piece ! =)

@BillMulholland1 2 жыл бұрын

Great choice of tools. Loved the milling machine. Glad you went to reverse on the tires. That was a lot of work. It came perfect. Awesome job Chip 👍

@deanledford5661 2 жыл бұрын

Never ceases to amaze me on your love and enjoyment you get out of bringing these old toys back to life. It makes me feel good watching. Thanks.

@jerryjohnsonii4181 2 жыл бұрын

Spectacular Restoration !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Two thumbs way Up !!!!!!!!!!!!

@popsreclamationstation2542 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of bits! Great result 👍🏻🤗📸😎🇨🇦

@johnnystephens6329 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job on this complicated build. Didn't know you were a machinist.

@Primus54 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chip. This was fabulous. Serious number of rivets, eh? I thought perhaps the sheep had formed a union and were on strike. Perhaps they were and you settled by the end of the project. 😉 That was Beaker’s most thorough inspection, yet. 👍 Cheers, John

@Basma615 2 жыл бұрын

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