1959 Tonka Service Box Truck Restoration

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I purchased this 1959 Tonka Service Box Truck off eBay July of 2020. It was in perfect shape for a restoration and overall in great condition for its age. At some point in it's life the ladder went missing and the holder for the ladder was some how ripped off the toy (Quite impressive). I was extremely happy with how this amazing restoration turned out.
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Restoration Cost
Truck Purchase $142.87 (eBay)
Wheels Complete $40.00 (TKP-039A www.gasolineal...)
Tonka Decal $5.00 (TK-001C www.gasolineal...)
Service Decal $6.00 (TKP-006 www.gasolineal...)
Ladder $15.00 (TKP-106 www.gasolineal...)
Windshield $10.00 (TKP-008 www.gasolineal...)
Grille & Headlights $16.00 (TKP-016A www.gasolineal...)
Tubular Rivets $1.60 (RIV-1/8 www.gasolineal...)
Axle Nuts $1.33 (Top-3/16 www.gasolineal...)
Primer Powder $17.28 (KL Primer www.powderbuyt...)
Blue Powder $22.79 (Illusion Smurf www.prismaticp...)
Clear Powder $12.63 (Clear Vision www.prismaticp...)
Total Restoration Cost $288.90
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[@The_Dudester]

This channel has now become a staple of my Sunday mornings. Thank you for teaching me each week.

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Beautiful restoration. Thanks for sharing

[@ischmel3884]

Beautiful restoration. Good call on the metallic. 1959 was the year Tonka introduced metallic paints into their colors. Oddly enough I'm working on the exact same model at this time. Just painted the service box last night.

[@solidomak]

Love your work. Keep going!!

[@kentbrockman8837]

Sandblasting the welds was really cool.

[@reynaldlepine5827]

Magnifique--impeccable- restoration superbe-

[@johnkinnane547]

G'day greetings from Tasmania Australia beautiful restoration and lovely colour terrific, always like watching you restore these toys they alway come out looking new. Regards John, fantastic collection they would be a bit of money as the companies probably doesn't make them anymore.

[@harleyguyinmilw]

beautiful

[@MrArtVendelay]

You blasted me right back to 1959. It's saturday morning. I'm eating Sugar Corn Pops and a glass of Cocoa Marsh. I am watching Howdy Doody and then Deputy Dawg and Andy's gang. 1959 ahhhh.

[@paulmaness5297]

I love that blue ! Looks awesome!

[@DisabledUKPrepper]

I do love your restorations, some of the best, if not the best, out there. Thanks for sharing.

[@ckmnstr29]

Love your restorations and your intro's. keep up the great work ♥

[@paulstanding7267]

That is one very loverly transformation 😀👍👍

[@timsmith1589]

Dude, well done. I gotta tell ya I really dig your restos. When I get my shop set up I'm gonna start doing all of my old ones from when I was a kid. I really like the lighted ones.

[@billpar]

you are amazing Ive watched quite a few of your restores, very talented

[@Hadassah-KaquoliMReno]

Beautiful job Chip!

[@UScarsinSweden]

From now on, all new parts for the restorations should be delivered with this truck =)

[@raajmata]

Yeahh

[@juliohernandez8464]

Favor aclararme para qué hace las pruebas de plomo en la pintura. Gracias.

[@atomicmouse83]

@@raajmata 22nd 22222222

[@jone6635]

@@juliohernandez8464 Como se sabe el plomo es un elemento muy tóxico y hace la prueba para saber si podría utilizar la pistola de arena a presión para quitar la pintura o por el contrario utilizar algún tipo tipo de líquido o gel especial para disolver la pintura.

[@EduardoPachecoparatrooper92]

@@atomicmouse83 Tienes razón lo de el plomo y la toxicidad. Lo que el no quiere tampoco es contaminar la arena con los residuos de plomo que eventualmente se esparcirían.

[@erichill612]

Most satisfying

[@barthanes1]

Really nice work on the ladder rack. Looks original.

[@raywilson800]

"One Eye" is guarding the gold. Now what you haters think of old "One Eye"?

[@garymckee8857]

Your toy junkyard reminds me of my uncle's real vehicle junkyard in the 60's all the old model vehicles.

[@martinvs6415]

This is the first time I watched this on a larger screen than my phone. A total delight watching the transformation from rust to shine. I like the way you constructed the ladder hanger and the metallic finish on the truck is beautiful! Gotta put this one into the Hall Of Fame for sure, Chip!

[@ChipChannelRestorations]

Thank you!!

[@luciusvorenus9445]

Love the blue on the restored truck. My fire company's Rescue/Pumper is about that same blue color.

[@angelinac3724]

The sheep are slowly taking over

[@neiliabaxter3721]

I love the sheep!!!

[@ChipChannelRestorations]

Thanks for watching! I need to give them some names, poor sheep live in a junkyard, I should atleast name them.

[@pamelasteburg6006]

Very nice.

[@ronbrock6153]

I love the dark red truck at the 25:26 mark. The new color of this build is great.

[@unclebs4732]

I am view number 3520, and like number 437, at that time there were 5 thumbs down! How could anyone give a thumbs down? I am just amazed on how new like the Tonkas always turn out! This is my therapee.

[@dgr9624]

0:44 rich sheep iluminat 😂

[@JoseManuel-vm7zd]

Era celeste!!pero gustó el azul brillante

[@markgoddard2560]

Great job!

[@wedding824]

I've gotta ask, do you mainly choose one of those models to work on yourself or do the fans choose one?

[@evan__kumar]

19:38 OOP I HEAR TALKING……….

[@esmstafford]

Where did you get the rivet setter in this video ?

[@jeanito85]

do u live next to a highway? i hear cars passing by all the time

[@georgeshelton6281]

Another thing is that, this toy truck has no back door.

[@Igor.Ivanov]

У меня машина хуже покрашена, чем эта игрушка )))

[@MrArtVendelay]

Save me that string

[@georgeshelton6281]

I know it's too bad that; this isn't a taco 🌮🌯🥙🍦🍵 truck.

[@michaelgayandproud6466]

I wonder what these are worth restored they have to be worth at least a 100;000 bucks thats just me though

[@askerzeynal8638]

C * C* C* C* C * C* C* C* C* C* ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

[@kodiakfamily8032]

Very cool. I really like the metal repair. The paint drying was really cool. It's my favorite car color. For my personal preference, I kinda like the original blue to keep the retro look. It's not a criticism, when restoring to original, that what in usually favor. That does not take away any of the awesome work. Such a cool video!

[@ChipChannelRestorations]

Thank you for watching! This is one of my favorite Tonka trucks. It's always soo tough to decide between factory colors and new ones.

[@williambrown319]

@@ChipChannelRestorations 9/10 of the time new ones look better

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

REALLY LOVE THIS ONE Chip!!!! There's something sad about watching the original decals being obliterated. Kind regards, Ben

[@Hathorr1067]

And replaced with vinyl.

[@lawrencereid9375]

GREAT paint job! I'm glad you salvaged the windshield so easily.

[@robgibson8952]

That is a Priceless Collection. I get so much enjoyment out of watching these restores. Wonderful job!

[@jorgeespinoza2235]

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[@robertanderson1563]

Àà

[@rishisookoo5966]

Omggggggg

[@minidanacaamanoholguin4452]

Buenos vídeos amigo.

[@VivoVivo-zh2tq]

Awsome...👍👍

[@leegoldeneagle9003]

Very. Sweet 😌. Love. The. Blue. Nice 👍. Work. Brother. Lee

[@jstreutker]

Cyclops sheep has made a lot of money at the circus freak show. LOL

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

A really beautiful restoration and fabrication. I just restored a Dayton, so heads up....it has lead-based paint. The end result was a real work of labor, patience, and art. Best wishes and stay healthy!

[@Jason_The_Stooge]

I'LL TAKE YOUR ENTIRE STOCK!!!!

[@texas060]

Omg ! I Love it. These 59's were hardy Vehicals. Even though this is a Tonka toy My Family has a 59 that we (My Parents an 6 kids) moved from Missouri to Texas in. Lol ! Lots of fun. My Parents an 2 younger Brothers are gone now but my Oldest Brother has it now. So as I jabber on just know You did a Fantastic Job on this Truck. Your work is Great. Stay Safe.

[@neinkalando2519]

One of the reasons men love building things like real wood furniture and remodeling work is the reward they get from watching the customer's face and reaction

[@larrynagy3853]

Hi where do you buy replacement parts for tonka trucks thanks for your time beautiful truck thanks for your time

[@luizganancio8404]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jlovelace486]

Nice job. I love that color!

[@marlyncruz9354]

I love restoration 😍 Thanks for sharing 🙌🏻

[@LWilliamsYoutube]

Beautiful job! It gives me a warm feeling to see these toys being restored to like-new condition. It gives me the feeling that not all of my childhood is completely lost. The sand blasting works amazingly well for removing rust, the bane of these old steel sheet metal toys. I love that you paint all sides of the metal, even those that will not bee seen, which will make this restoration last longer than the original toy. It's also wonderful that you have a source of wheels, tires, whitewalls and hubcaps. Very nicely done.

[@johnkaiser8410]

Very nice truck! Love the metal-flake blue, very well done! Your usual high level of quality finishes & attention to detail show through as always! Very enjoyable, thank you for the entertainment!

[@cathybenson5119]

Beautiful, mate. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@edwinayalasr3699]

Excellent job amigo I by for you 😀😂 be safe and stay home 🏡

[@vernabink2865]

Excellent again.

[@cherifselmi6314]

I like the sound of items...nice work 😉

[@caroledubreuildesign1919]

Just a very beautiful restoration

[@michaellawson5237]

Both fire trucks in that pile should be next

[@allanweaverling730]

What a great restoration. The color is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@guy4462]

I think this is one of your best. I love the color you chose.

[@davidk4940]

Absolutely awesome. Beginning to end. The paint job was incredible.

[@tarktunc748]

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[@jrand2631]

Beautiful work, and an impressive collection you got there! 👍👍👍

[@rlsrls6074]

good work!!

[@Tim-57]

Beautiful outcome Chip!😁

[@tracyc7813]

I love that color too. :o)

[@jcamisa50]

Oooo. I love the flake paint. Beautiful job as usual. ♥️

[@maxadrian]

What a beautiful collection. You must be very proud. Just wonderful. Thanks.

[@artn.7107]

One of my favorites you’ve done!

[@susysusy8691]

I love your restorations.

[@raywood8187]

This Tonka truck is from the same year that I was born. I did have some Tonka toys as a kid and it's a treasured part of my childhood memories and sparked my imagination when I played with them. Not many toys were built so well that they would outlast a childhood and could still be appreciated two generations later. Thank you so much for restoring some of what is so worth saving and would otherwise be lost to time and rust.

[@mebebrb]

I really enjoy watching your restorations. What's the c-clamp looking tool you use for expanding rivets called?

[@michaelsenatore9499]

These toys are all absolutely beautiful. The craftsmanship and care that goes into them are indescribable. No wonder they are so sought after and admired. I can bet that if you were to give this to a child nowadays they would love them and treasure them forever. They need to start making things like this again. These are quality products that never go out of style. The restoration work is incredible as well and the gentleman doing the work is an absolute artisan and skilled genius, period.

[@RestorationAustralia]

Lovely looking tin toy well done.

[@theriley1976]

lot of traffic where you live and they sound like they are moving pretty quick.

[@jilldaubresse5873]

Sounds like the freeway runs right through your yard.

[@cathybenson5119]

I see your flock of sheep are growing. Lol.

[@RepairRestore]

Fantastic as usual. I love the color and the attention to detail is impeccable.

[@frannanderson4165]

Beautiful! One of my favorite toy restoration channels!

[@jessthemuse]

Are the sheep multiplying?

[@maryshort7183]

Another great restoration

[@johnds6621]

You know I feel I missed out on my childhood because I didn't know growing up Tonka had that many trucks on the market. I guess my parents did a good job keeping me out of the toy store. At the most I had five tonka or buddy l trucks. Nice job and good pick. I would like you to do the car carrier. Also how do you keep your blasting cabinet glass so clear?

[@jstreutker]

I bet your parents never told you about toy store catalogs either. 😁

[@imperialpresence3331]

@@jstreutker i loved getting the annual sears and penny's wish books as a kid

[@marcwest7673]

What a beautiful job!

[@annettemalaski1967]

Blue, I'm soooo blue! Very nice job of giving this hard working truck a makeover. Can't believe that Tonka did not put a flip-up tailgate on this beauty. Chip , it looks like on video that you missed a few spots on the pink primer. (Around the cab/bed box joint). That funky color may give that impression.

[@stevenseverance3692]

Great Job 👌👍💯 👏! Another Tonka Truck 🚛🚒 Construction 🏗️🚧 has been Rescued from the Junk Yard 😜! Thanks 👍 for Saving another Tonka Truck! Sincerely Yours 🤠 Mr Severance, "The Cake 😋 🍰🎂 🥳🎉 🎈 Man", "World 🌎🌍 Cruiser"&"Succulent 🪴 Collector", and "Teacup's & Saucer's Set's and Teapot 🫖 Collector".

[@samadkins843]

you did a great job restoring the box truck.

[@BobTX041966]

Retired from the business, I’m partial to the fire truck projects, especially the Tonkas. Maybe consider a big Doepkne aerial some day? They are really well made.

[@PacificEdibleSeaweed]

👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@linda54wood]

I love your videos the most out of all the toy vicycle restorers... BUT!! I have to listen with the sound off. The yapping little dog, and auto traffic in the background is quite annoying. 😬 Keep making those trucks nice and clean for the sheep.❤You're wonderful.

[@LarryCassar]

I have one of those right now sitting my underneath my desk waiting for it to turn in life

[@corkrandall3716]

You are the best restorer on KZbin. I would like to see the flat bed soon.

[@charlieb1613]

Beautiful job. But for a restore cost of $290.00 it better be; right? I do love the metal flake paint job, very nice. Wonder what that toy sold for back in the day? Questions: What do you do with your restored projects? Do you keep them in your collections? Do you sell them for profit?

[@kathleenvanwagner1784]

Hell yeah