1955 Tonka Green Giant Semi Restoration

This 1955 Tonka Green Giant Semi restoration video includes all of your favorites; powder coating, vintage toy restoration, and of course sand blasting!
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#restoration #tonka #vintage

[@dennism644]

Wow all that paint really helped restore the beauty hidden beneath ...this truck is beautiful great job.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@thijsversteeg9010]

This isn't only a gigantic restoration but also an excellent metamorphosis! You have given this model a second life.

[@slider0915]

Why would anyone give this a thumbs down? That was awesome!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Meh, it's the internet, people will hate on anything. Makes them feel better about living in their parent's basement I suppose.

[@CoolGrovyle]

@@TRGRESTORATIONS Besides there are channels who just spoil reputation of restoration genre. And people are too simple minded to differ. They just hate because "some restorators are fakers".

[@normajeancaballero7959]

Wonderful Restoration!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@marklaramee2623]

Fantastic work,as always!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks again!

[@kjamison5951]

Ho, Ho, Ho, Green Giant! Marvellous result! Thank you!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@normancarr8562]

Nice to see these old toys come back to their former glory. Great Work!

[@andrewolson5471]

It takes a lot of different skills to restore some of these old toys! Great job!

[@ianvicedomini2648]

This is spectacular. A total transformation and it looks like new. Superb job my friend

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@OCMike]

All that nasty paint looks like it helped preserve the metal underneath. Amazing transformation!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@caroltanzi29]

Great restoration! It is a big truck. That was the first time I ever saw a piece of wood used in building a metal truck. Interesting.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@jebsails2837]

I remember seeing the real size units like this, as a kid, traveling across the, US with my military family. Especially loved the radius corner trailer. Great job. Narragansett Bay

[@scottgm321]

Watching this on my lunch break. Enjoying peas with my meatloaf. The Green Giant Delivers in style again. Thanks for the great video

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@jessieleonard8398]

Good job man I really like your work

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you so much 😀

[@keithburnette5332]

Another TRG therapy after a hard day of military stuff. Awesome work!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Hooah!

[@lindastepp9842]

Beautiful restoration - I enjoyed your video on my 40 inch screen television.

[@ELCADAROSA]

Oh, no ... a big truck like that requires a big screen! I enjoyed this on a 55” screen! 😆😉

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

sounds so much better than watching on a phone!

[@lindastepp9842]

@@TRGRESTORATIONS I have a 10 -1/2 inch tablet I usually watch your videos on.

[@haroldalexis4200]

Wow when this trailer & cab started you could barely see the GREEN GIANT LOGO on the 🚚 truck. I was amazed at the woodworking on the trailer the staining & new hardware, welding the cab, stripping sanding, painting, you name it I'm very inspired as I watch this project. 🙂🚚🚛

[@davidshepherd397]

Imagine some kid getting this for Christmas back in the day. Way better than a cell phone.

[@darenwunderlich5906]

You hammer incredibly fast!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Took years of practice!

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Green Giant WOW WOW WOW. Beautiful restoration.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@marty01957]

Great job, Tim! Saved another gem from annihilation ! You're getting close to that 100 k mark, Glad to see it!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

So close! Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@DoubleDsDeliveries]

Everyone knew the sand blaster would make its return in the next video... It's your bread and butter. It's what we a come for... That and the "Yaaaay!!!!“ Great restore. I have to think if Tonka came out with a new line of trucks like these they'd sell out quickly.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

I'd buy some for sure!

[@journey7x]

I was a little hesitant when I saw the white color. But when I saw the finally reveal... just WOW! Awesome restoration.

[@robgibson8952]

Another fine restoration.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@xaraxen]

It's so good that you keep the wood.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@theropesofrenovation9352]

That looks absolutely amazing.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@DougCeleste]

This man is such a MASTER in what he does with these restorations that it makes me wonder what he does for a living. Thanks for sharing these AMAZING videos that I always MARVEL at. I also LOVE the sound effects of the kids and the applause.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼 Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@rla26368]

Beautiful resto!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@jamesbigham9036]

I think it is great that you restore stuff like this so it doesn't get destroyed and thrown away. Good job sir

[@valmonta3647]

4:26 this is the best sandblasting footage ever made, loved it and all the rest of the video

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@owdpotter]

I have to say that of all the restoration videos on TH-cam you do the BEST sand blasting of all of them they could all take a lesson from you , excellent work mate !!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@jonny555ive]

Fantastic restoration, you really knocked this one out of the park Bud.
Excellent craftsmanship sir.
That chrome powder paint just amazes me Everytime somebody uses it.
Great job 👍👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@michaelbatts7149]

Love the Bob Ross tribute.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@therealmcoy]

Looks great! I love how you take the extra time on your restorations to fill in pitting that rust leaves. Some others powder coat over and the finished work looks bad.

[@radhaknl]

Awesome look after restoration 🌹🙏🏻

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@timstoys1]

Another beautiful restoration, love your work

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@michaelbatts7149]

Brings back memories of Christmas morning! Those were the best days. Finding all the great presents under the tree.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@razorboyXVII]

Awesome job - you've got some mad skills TRG!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@texasgal6201]

Such an adorable truck!!!! Great restoration!!!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@jeanetteburton9873]

You amaze me every time. Excellent job!

[@racerx009]

I used to still have all my tonka trucks from the early 70's until they were all stolen out of storage. Oh the ideas I have with seeing this video. Nicely done sir. 👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@cathybenson5119]

Good job, mate. Love it. Lol. 👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@davidives7204]

Fantastic. Your videos are awesome, please keep them coming, thank you from the UK.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks, will do!

[@danbailey8182]

Once again fantastic work. I learn so much watching you.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@cposwn]

That's a really nice restoration. Well done.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kathyw7143]

WOW You definitely brought that one back from the graveyard. Nice!!

[@leonardodic3po607]

The paint was in terrible shape, but the parts were amazingly sound for their age. Great candidate for a restoration.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@snakecold6755]

Not terrible.

[@yootoobsuks4210]

OMG your user name is amazing! 🤣

[@andrewolson5471]

The paint situation on this one was nauseating. It looks like it had been painted over by a child.

[@carnut015]

That came out looking super clean.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@icerazar713]

Looks like someone got a new blasting cabinet. Yyyaaaaaayyyyy! 👍😂😂😂
Nice work! As a retired truck driver, I think this is one of your better restorations. I salute you sir. 👌

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@tomswindler64]

Never seen one that large,good video 👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@danielfawley4711]

This one is probably my favorite so far!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@danielfawley4711]

@@TRGRESTORATIONS No...no, thank you! Keep uploading these great restorations. Myself and my family love your videos.

[@matthewwindisch9449]

That’s something to be proud of! Excellent job....

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@joallawestervelt6918]

Wow, awesome restoration.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@cherylmailloux9647]

No matter how many times I see these restoration videos I'm amazed like its the 1st one I ever saw 👍😉

[@The_Dudester]

Magnificent!! That toy, so used and abused. If it weren't for the step by step video, one would think this was two different items. Great job!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@032319581]

Love this! Great looking truck and I really like the decals!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@papaowl13803]

It is people like you and others that it the reason toys like this will find new life. Bravo.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@Mad9977]

very satisfying sand blasting and coating ✌️😎👍 excellent result

[@williamharris8367]

I have utterly no practical use for one, but videos like this make me really want an ultrasonic cleaner! There is something so very satisfying watching the accumulated dirt and crud just float off the surface.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

lol you'll be cleaning everything you can fit inside of it!

[@barbaraanderson58]

Love the decals!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@derrickcordick1315]

Beautiful job looks amazing 👏 cant wait till your next video

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@mikefuentes1241]

All I like to say is awesome job man you do really good work😃❗😃❗❗

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you so much 😀

[@carlosescobar6973]

Amazing, Beautyfull 🔥🔥🔥

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@carlosescobar6973]

You are most welcome my friend 🤘🤘🤘

[@oldskoowlpebblestravels]

Great job looks brand new keep up the great work

[@christopherprince3250]

Great job, better than new.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@AlvaroLucard]

It was beautiful, TRG. 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤗

[@popsreclamationstation2542]

Giant of a job 🤣 Green light all the way 👍🏻 Nice editing throughout! Sweet truck 😎👍🏻🇨🇦

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@Hadassah-KaquoliMReno]

Very good job! It’s lovely and ready for a new child!

[@MarkMeadows90]

Another lovely restoration good sir!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@vinceianni4026]

Hello TRG beautiful restoration professionally restored good job well done my friend

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@solitairesmith3553]

GORGEOUS job.
I love your videos

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@nsoldt]

No matter how many times I see the sandblasting, it's always sooo satisfying to watch. Thanks for the video. And greeting from the Netherlands!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching!

[@ArtisticEndeavors]

Dayum - color me impressed! ✌🏻🎨☕️

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 😊

[@suearmstrong3404]

Really nice job!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@donaldswink6259]

Beautiful restoration job.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you very much!

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Very nice job bring it back to life

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@markmyword175]

Really enjoyed this video.
Digging on the shirt !

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks! The shirt is fan gear from Rescue and Restore

[@martyworley5427]

That one turned out really nice . Great job on bringing it back!!!!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@markb7906]

gotta say you do FANTASTIC work

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@ricogarion]

Superb transformation and conservation.

[@mariankozlowski4571]

Fantastic job!!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@johnje4285]

A fabulous restoration

[@tommyherbert3931]

A great restoration. Looks great.

[@jjryan1352]

I like how the sandblasting is just one sound played over the video the whole time. The painting too.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

The actual sound it makes sounds like a dental drill when I speed it up, If I completely mute it people complain about the silence, so I had to record a white/brown noise sound loop to use as filler.

[@jjryan1352]

@@TRGRESTORATIONS i completely understand from the video editing perspective. It's very soothing that way.

[@MacchiStrauss]

The YAY! get me every single time.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@micuentaparaforosycosas3484]

x2

[@Hoonozit]

Me too. I chuckle every time and say "shut up".

[@JackFlemingFan1]

Excellent video & job restoring your 1955 Tonka Green Giant semi and trailer!

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@vandalsr1959]

Love the yay when you go to the blaster

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@mariot1374]

"Ho ho ho! Green Giant!"

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@jonny555ive]

Do you remember his little side kick kids name ?
Sprout 🌱😂

[@DougCeleste]

@@jonny555ive I was just going to say that when I saw your answer at the bottom of your reply. I LOVED those GG commercials when I was a kid in the 1960's.

[@jonny555ive]

@@DougCeleste
Funny how such a small period of time can stay with you and bring back fond memories.
The "good'ol days" ❤️

[@DougCeleste]

@@jonny555ive You got that right!!

[@joemode101]

Amazing job on this pice well done 👍

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@joemode101]

Your welcome

[@Hoonozit]

Looks great man. Nice work.

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@adamssanchez7709]

Beautiful color

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nancyjaplon4909]

Love Green Giant vegetables!!

[@julienghanadan8311]

Great job on 1955 tonka green semi restoration trg restoration 🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜🤜

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@charitybrown4274]

Awesome Job !!! 👍😁

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Texastimbo]

Awesome restoration!

[@llewellynduplantis4019]

Masterfully done sir great vids extremely relaxing for me especially the sand blasting incredible transformations hope you do more 🎉

[@sergeiorlov01]

Really thoughtful restoration. As always

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tracytaylor3836]

Gorgeous!

[@garrettdunnebeck6127]

Nice job! Love that 50’s truck

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks 👍

[@tompaciga7386]

That was in amazing condition for its age

[@TRGRESTORATIONS]

Thanks for watching! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼