1960 Tonka Sanitary System Garbage Truck Restoration
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- I purchased this 1960 Tonka Sanitary System Garbage Truck on eBay November of 2020. It was in obvious need of restoration. I was super happy when it arrived and a little surprised at how fast the action of the dump arms worked. In today's world this toy would have been recalled almost immediately do to the danger of it. This one took a little longer than normal and I was thrilled with how well it turned out.
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Restoration Cost
Purchase Price $182.31 (eBay)
Garbage Shovel $24.00 (TKP-079 www.gasolineal...)
Tubeular Rivet $.32 (RIV-5/8 www.gasolineal...)
Tubeular Rivets $1.92 (RIV-1/8 www.gasolineal...)
Tires $22.00 (TKP-019-6 www.gasolineal...)
Windshield $10.00 (TKP-008 www.gasolineal...)
Hub Caps $13.00 (TKP-002 www.gasolineal...)
Grille $16.00 (TKP-016A www.gasolineal...)
Tonka Decal $5.00 (TK-001C www.gasolineal...)
Sanitary Decal $5.00 (TK-066 www.gasolineal...)
Axle Nuts $1.33 (TOP-3/16 www.gasolineal...)
Black Powder $16.66 (Wet Black www.powderbuyt...)
White Powder $11.33 (Snow Cone White www.prismaticp...)
Primer Powder $17.28 (KL Primer powderbuythepound.com)
Total Restoration Cost: 326.15
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Thank you for rescuing these classic toys. I had Tonka trucks as a kid. Those things were built to last. Toys are junk today.
THAT DUMPER HOISTING SPRING. The sheep flew, and sent ME. I've never burst out laughing at anything on your channel until that. I did NOT expect it to function that swift. lmao
These videos should be shown in schools and colleges to help inspire younger people in what can be achieved with tool skills. Instead, they all seem to be directed into management, to have meetings, drink latte and all without actually doing anything. I can't match this level of skill but I am so glad I can appreciate it. Thank you so much Chip Channel.
I only discovered this channel 1 or 2 days ago and I love it.
It isn't just restoration, the modern techniques like media blasting and powder coating mean that the restored toy is better than when it was new
My little brother and I made a town outside in the back yard for his cars. We used small boxes and made a down town. Loved the restoration here. God bless.
This man is a fabricator, bodyman, buffer, painter, artist, engineer, thinker out of the box, and a man on a mission. But most of all he’s a genius restorer of these timeless classics they call Tonka Toys !
As a "Sanitation Engineer" I love these old garbage trucks. Someday I've gotta find one. Great job!
Thank you for watching! These are really cool how they work and all the moving parts.
@@ChipChannelRestorations I have a Structo and a Buddy L, and its neat how they all differ. This may be the most involved Tonka of that era, even more than the side dump or ramp hoist.
You did an awesome job, where you from chip.
@@gilmoreno9028 Thank you! I'm from Nebraska , United States
@@ChipChannelRestorations I asked because my mechanic is from Switzerland, and tysy tube is from Paris France, but I enjoy watching all of you.
There is four things I love about your restoration,
1. The sheep in the junkyard
2. The use of the sandblasting to remove the old paint
3. The use of powder paint, instead of tin spray paint
4. The way that you can make something that is old and rusted look like new, or how it looked like it was just rolled of the toy factory floor back int the day.
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Wow ! I can't believe you actually listened to what one of your subscribers said - me ! It was a great video, but I didn't realise when I asked if you would do this cleaning truck, that it would be so difficult and time consuming, and EXPENSIVE ! Thank you so much for making such a professional, well edited and interesting video for us all to watch.
You know I love the way they made everything so mechanical back then. Took pride in making toys to not only look the part but actually work the same the. Real life trucks would
From trash truck to a brand new truck for trash!!! Bravo!!!
How anyone can leave dislike astounds me. I am amazed at the initial purchase price for the truck. Amazing restoration.
It was a really nice touch at the end with the sheep in the scoop but it does evoke a thought provoking movie: Soylent Green
"The scoops are coming!!!"
"The scoops are coming!!!"
Exactly my thoughts.
Now i'm down a youtube hole about Soylent Green haha
My thoughts too! That film left a lasting impression
I didn't go deep enough. The scoops were called out when there was a riot. There was a riot on Wednesday. I think Chip was making a statement (like he did with the mail truck).
Soylent Green was a futuristic movie about the sanatorium trucks picking up corpses and where they went to. Well done on the restoration Chip!!! Greetings from Victoria Australia.
I like that there are nearly 1.5 million views, so i feel part of a wider community that appreciates the art and craft, the tools, the zen-like simple yet complex beauty of it.
The most amazing restoration. It was more involved than it looked. WOW! Your talent is at the master level.
It would be so cool if someone who did scale built towns could partner with you to create a setting for all your restorations.
Another superb job! I think one of the things that can easily be overlooked here is your video editing. Not only do you perform amazing restorations right before our eyes, but your video editing is just as excellent. You have a talent for trimming away the fat while preserving the meaty portions of the restoration process. ;-) Peace
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Aside from complimenting you on another Over The Top Restore. I would also add, I doubt many of your viewers understand and appreciate the amount of time and effort that goes into making your videos. Camera work, lighting, process layout, editing, editing, editing. I wish to Thank You for ALL your efforts! You are a TRUE Craftsman and also a TRUE Artist. Well done on every aspect!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
You're attention to every detail is amazing. You do beautiful work. Some of those toys look pretty far gone, but the restoration work is beautiful. Pleasure to watch. 😁👍
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well, that was an amazing transformation!
and is it just me or does anyone else find the sandblasting both mesmirising and relaxing???
You do just a wonderful job! Really enjoy watching you work. The end result is always so pristine!
Thanks!
I Wonder if there are any people seeing those restoration videos of toys they’ve built themselves as a job. I can imagine how proud they’d be
Nice to see the healing of that injured finger as the video progresses. Makes you realize how long a project one restoration really is.
I have been watching that Garbage truck in the background for months since I subscribes hoping you would restore this one. Thank you for getting around to it!
I didn’t know he had that truck I’m asking him to redo mine I have the exact same one it needs restoration and would love it
Who knew garbage trucks could be so cool.👍
In the land of the blind, the one eyed sheep is king. Great job!!
Never really understood addiction until I watched 1 of these videos on the Chip Channel. As a youth with hand me down toys, and new ones, I can almost remember every one of these. Thanks Chip.
I envy you man, because you still have that child in you.
Holding my breath when the white paint cracked on the tabs on the rear part of the truck as they were bent into place... What would happen next... And then Chip comes in with the paint brush, to repair the tiny blemishes. Too good to be true.
I thought the same🙂
For a 50+ year old toy, this one was in decent condition at the start. Of course, it's quite intricate, and was still a challenge to restore. Great work, as always!
had one of these as a kid and i can remember pushing it around the yard after filling it with leaves and dirt lol
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Another outstanding restoration. Always glad that you stay true to the original colors. I wish I had something to soothe your hands, they look so sore. Thanks for sharing your shop with us. Look forward to Chip on Sunday.
Your restoration videos are so relaxing to watch. Not like other channels. Dont get me wrong some of them can pull one hell of a restoration. But alot of them dump oxidizing liquids and what not on whatever they are restoring before the video to make it worse then it was. Dont get me wrong some of them have talent. But this tops the charts. Real restoration. Restoring old toys. The wear and tear and rust are real. Not made worse on purpose prior to the video. You channel has real personality and character. Keep up the good work.
i've just started astching your restoration videos and am in awe of your craftmanship. i love watching old things being brought back to life. that really shines.
As someone from Mound, MN where these were made, it's always so amazing to see how much these toys are still loved!!
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This one is my favorite of all the restoration videos I've watched of yours and I've watched a lot... lol
Whenever I saw "Wet sanded all parts" I say "Daaamn that's hell of a work and effort!"
But this time it was a total inferno!
Great restoration even includes a part remade.
And the lovely kitty of course. :)
Thank you.
Fantastic job, like always! Would not miss any of your videos, the sheep, and of course, "The Quality Inspector", the whole junk yard and, of course, your stable of cares and planes that Hoovie would never match. Worried about the index finger, followed the changes in band aids, the stitches in earlier videos looked serious, I hope it is ok now.
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Otra asombrosa restauración obtenida, con este camión de basura del sistema sanitario Tonka de 1960, excelente resultado mis respetos y saludos desde Venezuela💯💯👍👍👊🙏
Thank you!
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See how much just a little bit of wet sanding does. Go watch some of the people that don’t , You’ll see how much better .. This person’s work is. Hats off. Stellar job keep up the good work!
These videos. First watch is see condition, watch the process, amazed by detail and see something beautiful brought back to life🤩😍. 2nd and 3rd and after is relax with extra smiles. Thank you for the videos. 👏👏👏🥲
Another Great Restoration..The Sanitation Trucks of Tonka, Structo and Buddy L are my favorites…Dad worked for the Village of Monona Wi Operating/Loading the Garbage Trucks, Open Cab Wayne 660 Road Sweeper, Hough Front End Loader, Cat RoadGrader etc…Brother and I were allowed many Cab Rides as we were growing up….
Sunday with Chip Channel, time well spent.
I really appreciate the support! Thanks for watching!
This one had a lot of parts to restore! 😅
Love the result as always! 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you for watching! This one was definitely a little more difficult
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It sure was, greets from the Netherlands! 🇳🇱
Now see, that end shot with the truck and all the sheep tumbling out of the bucket would look great on a mug!
Sorry to see you still have the stitches in your finger, that must have been a bad cut 😟
All your restos are great, but this one was outstanding 👍🏼
you did a great job restoring the dump truck.
I like to watch the restorations of these metal trucks. I also like the cute little sheep toys! Makes me smile ☺👍🖐
What a wonderful collection. Enjoy watching your videos
1st: Let’s restore this…
2nd: More rust!
3rd: More complicated!
You just keep on giving move. Thank you!
Love your videos I hope your hands heal up quick and recover nicely and also have a great day too
Brilliant work by the Chip Channel Sheep Stunt Team. Your restoration is good too!
You always do a fantastic job restoring all those toys.....
My binge watching has brought to my attention that your poor left hand sure gets injured a lot!
I should really take care of it a little better ha, thank you for watching!
Excellent stunts by the Chip Channel Sheep Stunt Team, featuring the One Eyed Sheep! Very good restoration too!
Excellent job!!!!! Love the sheep 🐑 !!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍
... Always enjoyed your videos.... specially now that I had an operation and believe me... your videos are a great part of my rehabilitation!!! Thank you!!
I really enjoy watching your restorations. You really make your sheep come to life. I always get a laugh out of it! 😂
I looove this truck. My favorite thing you’ve restored yet. : )
Great! There is nothing more relaxing than watching these videos and watching the restoration process step by step. My compliments to the restorer of these toys from many in our childhood.
Another lovely restoration Mr. Chip.
Absolutely beautiful job. Great job making the garbage container, looks professionally done.
This is the absolute best restoration channel on TH-cam without question!
I like the idea of using the heat gun to soften up the tires to get the hub caps out without messing them up.
Or soak in hot water
Oh! Man, I love your videos. This one was hilarious! I've been binge watching and click on you whenever I see them. Big thumbs up.
Wow! One of my favorite restorations yet! Absolutely love your craftsmanship and your attention to detail. Looking forward to the next video! 🐑👍
Utterly brilliant. The best restoration channel of its kind. Complete with stunt sheep of course.
Never get tired of being amazed with the final results!
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Amazing job wow. I love your work, as a kid who grew up with these you restore them so beautifully. The way you made the dumpster man so perfect. Paint job you give them really brings it to life. Always loved how they were all made of metal back then
As usual, I come for the sheep and stay for the cool restoration!
Loved the end bit honestly no sheep was harmed in the making of this film 😂😂😂😂😂
Your channel is awesome! I love the process of things being brought back to life. it's amazing the quality of the metal that they used to use on Tonka toys is better than the metal they use on real cars and trucks today.👍
Very pretty. I love all the silly situations the little sheep get into.
This is one of my favorites. Awesome job!
1:20 into the video and I actually laughed out loud. First ( and only ) time this day. You know, we live in not-so-funny times. Mission accomplished Sir :)
Mate I have watched each and every time you are on. You have. A skill that shines bright, keep them coming we will be here waiting. Cheers from big shark territory.
Thec sparkling white paint job looks fantastic on this rig!
I have never seen such a clean and new garbage truck
You again made my Sunday! Incredible job on the truck, and GO SHEEP! :) Thank you!
Thanks again!
Looks so lovely in brilliant white. Perfect restoration
Words cannot express how talented you are you are seemingly the best there is never give up keep rasing that bar of excellence you are amazing great job
Great restauration job! It's true that the truck would be recalled today, but back in the day this was just another Tonka in the toy aisle. :)
Your collection certainly is growing. Good job and thank you for posting.
That was funny at the end where you dumped the sheep in the back of the trash truck,Lol
😮I just realized there's two mutant sheep in the junkyard! One eye, and a sheep whose head is upside down. Might want to run a groundwater test there buddy!🤔
The Trash Truck looks good as new. Awesome job like always!👍
My favorite sheep is the one eyed one so in all your videos I love finding them ::) all of them are adorable
I am in sandblasting heaven…..thanks Chip.
The first of the sanitary trucks was 1959 them in 1960 someone was hurt by the truck dumping action. Tonka had started the 1961 trucks when they had to stop the sales of the sanitary trucks, The 1961 truck is rare and. It has white wall tires, but is the same as 1960 model. The 1961 bumper is changed. You do the tonka trucks and all the other trucks really well. thank you for your site.
Beaker: “We’re gonna need a bigger table” 😸
Watching this one for the second time and like it just as much now as I did the first time. Great job 👍👍👍
Hey young man this is sledgemaster. This first time I've seen your video. Its wonderful to see vintage vehicles been restored. I'm a artist and I love stuff like what ur doing. I have some old vintage vehicles in my collection. Hope u and ur family is ok. I'll keep watching ur videos. God bless
Fantastic restoration as always Chip! By far the my favorite Channel on the Tube.
Thank you! That means alot to me!
A good looking garbage truck now ready for service.
Always so detailed, so entertaining and a joy to watch! Many thanks!
I think this is your best yet, especially with the fabrication. Brilliant job👍🏻😎
Good morning Chip Chanel Congratulation the Fábio and Rafael from Brazil. The best restauration and garage truck. Happy nele tear.
Happy new year! And hello from the United States!
The Best!!! Beatiful Job!!!! Congratulations from your friend from Brazil!!!
Phenomenal work buddy. I love the white and black.
I Loves Your all restorations videos because it is very much detailed and after restore it looks amazing. 👏👏
Superb job. You hammer so quickly, it looks like a supercharged jackhammer!
Young man u do beautiful and professional work. Beautiful!!!