Can This Ever Look New Again!? 1975 Tonka Grader Restoration

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The impossible restoration is here! Can this 1975 Tonka Grader ever look new again?! Watch this awesome toy restoration video to find out!
I start with the most trashed Tonka toy I could possibly find. After a little research I discover that this is actually a 1975 Mighty Tonka Road Grader, Model # 3945. Spoiler alert, I talk through the first part of this video. If that isn't really your thing, feel free to fast forward to 5:33
to avoid all of the talking.
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[@GregAlanEdwardsEmmanuelRidge]

Best Tonka restoration I've ever seen on KZbin. EVER. Hands down.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@justinmoore6162]

It makes me so happy when he paints the tire letters white

[@MsJaxson123]

Same!!

[@dolphinlover1691]

The initial condition of the toy not only does huge credit to your skills, but to the manufacturer for making such a good quality item in the first place! I say 🥇🥇to both parties 🚜

[@akehapkap6143]

Makes me feel old when people restore toys from my childhood. I was 12 in 1976. My little brother was born in 1976 and he had all kind of toy cars, but Tonka was not in Europe in these days. Now I'm about 100 lol What an mamazing job you do on these 🙏👍❤️

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! I was born in 1977 so I know the feeling.

[@jasoncdebussy]

That was an amazing restoration. Who would have thought that this toy could be given a new lease of life like that? I thought the explanation at the beginning added a lot of useful information - and I wouldn't be adverse to a small amount of voice over during the restoration either 😊👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@dannyholmes9775]

It's amazing that some of these toys from back in the 1960s 70s were all brought back to these original appearance .

[@allanmanley6340]

I love sandblasting! I am going to buy one and "blast" all my tools, my outside furniture, my wife and anything else that is getting rusty... My son was given one of these graders; he pushed it, sat on it, stood on it for years.... I wish I had kept it.

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@Jaxsta001]

Hahahahahahahaha GOLD!

[@CelticViking57]

Safest way to "blast" is eat taco bell and aim

[@paulharris5541]

Allan Manley 😂

[@netoluna1]

Me too Allan Manley, i love sandblasting

[@thijsversteeg9010]

A beautiful restoration? No! I call this a marvelous metamorphosis! After all, from completely rusted to a beautiful painted model is a major metamorphosis. Even now you have shown that you are a skilled crafsman.

[@MarkM001]

It's ok to talk when you actually have something to say. I enjoyed the talk.

[@jeffbuckley9223]

I am inspired for my new hobby for my recent retirement. Thanks.

[@collberks3540]

Incredible restoration

[@susanbender2953]

"Even more sanding..." Talk about Tonka Tuff! I just love it ! My Barbies loved those Tonka trucks back in the 70's. Racing downhill !

[@jaystarsky7271]

Wow. Someone finally talks & shows their face on these Videos. Simply Amazing.

[@evarwilliams]

You give every restoration such detailed attention. The pride you put into every job is abmirable and encouraging.

[@marlenesmith9314]

i LIKE YOUR COMMENTARY AT THE BEGINNING , FOR PEOPLE LIKE ME ITS VERY INFORMATIVE

[@gr8guitarplayer]

oh man, wow! I got one of these for my birthday from my aunt when I was a kid!! LOVED playing in the dirt with my Tonkas and Matchbox & How Wheels cars. Most summer days I'd have some friends over, we'd get all the cars out and take turns picking which ones we wanted, then we'd cut all these roads with little driveways to represent houses, park the cars at each "house", then drive back and forth visiting each other. The simplest things gave some much pleasure back then.

[@arlenelamont5610]

Tonka toys were made to be played with and that's what we did. Then to see you restore this motor grader shows how well made they began. And brought back some warm memories of playing with them with my older brother. Yeah, he played in the dirt with his little sister.

[@zibbyzubb]

I am blown away. Looks factory new!

[@bmaquetauraciones9271]

That orange tonka grader was beautiful, good job

[@kenhaevens6792]

Impressive can't seem to get enough of your videos .

[@joe_diy]

Nice work Tim! Looks great!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@markschwegler1100]

I should have known...but had no idea that anyone had such knowledge of Tonka trucks!!!! Definitely awesome!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

You are so kind

[@williammarcus5438]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL WORK

[@John-vx6lu]

It is a wonderful sight to behold, the way you bring these classic toys back to life. Thanks for sharing the process.

[@TheKPCoyote]

Fabulous work!

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@aaronwood3540]

Nice. Came out better than expected. Always a nice treat.

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@elizabethmims8197]

My son, born in 1970, would have loved that Tonka. I'm sure it was way out of my price range!

[@thomasthompson6799]

Excellent! You saved it for generations to come.

[@DZCamaro-kz2vd]

SUPER job!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@johnwilliams1223]

The sound effect at 9:44 was perfectly hilarious 😆

[@vickiefowler1429]

Now I remember why I love Tonka trucks. They’re just so flippin cool!!! You did an outstanding job on this one! It probably didn’t look this good when it was brand new!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@gregkatz5411]

Unbelievable! Another awesome restore

[@romygime5822]

Wow! those tyres looking so cute with white lettering

[@samuelrivera4542]

Bam! Great work.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@glentucker4250]

I for one enjoyed the first 5:33. Learning about these trucks and the subtle differences between them during the years is very interesting. I grew up with the early 70’s Tonkas and the restoration you gave this grader is amazing. Thank you for sharing!

[@erikire]

Really AWESOME JOB!!!

[@PorkPieNews]

AMAZING!!!

[@budman123052]

FANTASTIC!!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Glad you like it!

[@myronbedner5163]

Great Job Restoring!!

[@scotthorton1129]

I still have mine. I got it for Christmas in 1969.

[@paulharris5541]

Scott Horton WoW 😮

[@patb5266]

Nice!

[@stephaniesander5465]

Terrific job!

[@geoffreymills9932]

It's awesome that you restore these old toys, they're highly collectable and a great link to the past of how we played, and I didn't fast forward, I'd rather learn something than ignore history, great info and a great job on the project, keep saving them and I'll keep watching

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Amazing work thank you for sharing !

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeanetteburton9873]

Beautiful job. One of my favorites.

[@patb5266]

Awesome job!

[@TiberiusCat]

Really great work!

[@frios011]

AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME!

[@Madlintelf]

Beautiful as always, thanks!

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@jessegriffin8775]

Great work!

[@sweetlou5902]

Just...WOW!

[@Omahabigbill]

The painting of the letters and number was awesome!! I have never seen it done that way before......simple, yet brilliant! Good job!!

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@RestorationAustralia]

Looks great well done.

[@grt8guy03]

Another awesome restore

[@JoseCarlos-yh7ex]

Perfect job!!! Really amazing!!!

[@gregwright392]

Outstanding

[@lynwoodlewis6002]

It looks brand new. Nicely done, sir.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@FrankKnight8846]

Beautiful job ❤️👍🏻

[@Smudgie33]

Looks amazing!

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@donparker8246]

Beautiful job 👍

[@emelierose1472]

Very beautiful job well done 👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching!

[@patrickrichmond9896]

TRG, I am glad that you are doing this. People from the younger generation don't know stuff like this existed. I remember these when I was a kid. Dishwashers are amzazing machines. They do come in handy when it comes to restoring stuff like this.

[@DEAFBOY80]

Great Job @TRG RESTORATION

[@lisastaven494]

I had wondered what the thought process was behind the actual restoration. Thanks for going through that. It was very enlightening. It’s great seeing something go from trash to brand new. Sandblasting is so satisfying to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@zlatan.krsmanovic1986]

excellent job

[@tynaedwards8452]

My favorite restoration so far.

[@janineharrison5186]

That looks awesome!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@dianamarianocosta115]

I love your work!

[@rleb4545]

That is amazing work.

[@paulharris5541]

Outstanding 👍👍👍

[@Tim-57]

I enjoyed listening to your explanation of the prep which comes first. This is absolutely my new favourite restoration of yours to date.

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@Tim-57]

@@TRGRESTORATIONS You are welcome. In addition thank you for posting your restorations.

[@dannyhenson3141]

That was an excellent job and an excellent video. I really enjoyed the beginning where you gave us your knowledge and understanding of the toy.

[@caroltanzi29]

Phenomenal restoration! Just remarkable! I love the little lecture you gave too. I love knowing a bit about the pieces you work on.

[@yootoobsuks4210]

I liked hearing you explain the details. This was an excellent restoration. Beautiful job!

[@waynebrown5428]

Awesome!!

[@rockofagesusa7942]

Absolutely amazing 👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@papaowl13803]

After picking my jaw up off the floor. This was an awesome reto. Hats off.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@joelbaker1593]

Very nice Tim looks amazing

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@64kchip]

Very good worlk. Congratuletions!

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Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@ahmadfarazshaikh5542]

Mind-blowing 👍👍

[@crocus_leafs]

Masterpiece 👍🏻✌🏻

[@ernestreichardt3942]

Excellent Job !

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks!

[@JulioCesar-vd6em]

Brilhant work.Its perfect!!

[@bigbuck1318]

Well played with toys. Glad you are restoring them for future generations to see.

[@jimtrimble3040]

You do fantastic work......can't believe how well you got the finish without filler....GREAT job

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@andreagabrielle5760]

Un espectáculo ver la transformación de un juguete en tus manos !!!!

[@deaddadd]

As a nuts and bolts guy, the info was much appreciated!

[@ConeMakerDude2020]

My thoughts exactly. My nephews have a old tonka grade I would love to restore for them and his explanation has been very helpful

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@wetdedstuocm]

Good talk it clears up a few things on what to look for.. Peace.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@billschipper1718]

Great job looks good

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks!

[@byrontaylor9235]

Aww yeah you performed a great job on it. Looks good

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@brucemorris6319]

You did a really nice job to that.

[@raymond7880]

If it had been in Toy Story, I would have loved to hear it talk after your restoration! "Hey, Woody look at my shiny tyres..."

[@raulramirez9302]

Nice work!!!!!

[@anthonyanastor9452]

Nice work outstanding 👍🏻👍🏻

[@robertcoulthard7461]

I enjoyed the talking on this one. Thank you

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@MrRockabilly07]

Good work Sir. My son and I really enjoy your videos. 🇺🇸 👍👍👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@la_old_salt2241]

Nice job.

[@travelersdiecastcustoms1511]

Nice work. Enjoyed knowing about the history of the piece👍👍👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@steven2212]

Very impressed. Reminds this old guy of his youth.

[@daddynutz024]

Great job love the paint trick for the white letters 👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@lewishill64]

Your work is fantastic bud.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you so much 😀