Awesome restoration of this great truck. But I think I'm reconsidering my opinion that KEVIN is "koalafied" to drive a truck. Anyway, you did a good job on the restoration. Have a nice weekend to you, Julie, the team behind the scenes and of course 🐨 KEVIN.😁😁😁👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Marty, I enjoy your channel very much! You can file a small flat spot on the 1st 3 threads on one of the M2 bolts. This will be a "starter bolt". When looking at the end of The bolt it should look like a capital D. That small flat spot will act like a tap and cut threads into the soft zinc post. It's much too tedious to do every bolt like this. But it may help in some situations if you don't have your tap available.
I've discovered that I can decant spray cans into bottles and then I can use that paint from my airbrush. Useful tip to get the primer out when the pressure has gone. I also have a thin bit of plastic with a hole in it to place over the axle ends so my grinding does not touch the hubs. Hope that helps, all the best Will... by the way, That was a stunning model !
@@captainsergeant How ,? I have a load of rattle cans where the gas has gone but the product exists, are they still pressured or can I shove a thin straw/ WD40 end extension in one to drain the product?
To make sure there is no propellant, turn them upside down and depress the nozzle. When done, turn it right side up, use a small drill bit and drill a hole. After cut the top off with a cutting wheel. Let sit for 24 hours, mix the paint up and pour into a paint jar and you are done. Have some paper handy in case it bubbles over but you should be ok.
@@highpath4776 Two ways: You can do what Clare Ravenwood has suggested, which is the safest and probably the best way...or you can do it the super messy way: spray the paint in an airbrush glass paint container! Wear gloves, expect a mess, but you'll get the paint you need.
this is the kind of truck i been lookin fer. got a cement mixer truck, no mixer. need to buy a 3d printer. but i want the full five trailer road train.
great work as usual. I loled at Kevin, loled harder at the "We don't cheat!" bill of 11k for a truck towing (good luck using a F150 to tow a whole rig) and finally lost it seeing how you turned the big turntable... pure comedy. :D
Super restoration as always Marty ! I really like the double trailer big rigs. You do such a detailed video that it is truely inspirational. Great job and thank you for sharing.
Ok this was very interesting and informative video that was going to get a thumbs up from me, but the unexpected ending garnered my subscription too! :))
Only $11,000!!! Kevin let you off easy! At least he wasn't off firing missiles this time and almost starting World War Three!! If Kevin is having trouble seeing over the steering wheel, and reaching the pedals, have him sit on some old phone books or encyclopedias, and attach wooden blocks to the pedals with hose clamps or duct tape. Once he gets moving, if he learns to "match the Revs", he won't have to use the clutch.
That is a great one to own and you did a superb job restoring it! A real keeper... That turntable of yours is a hoot! P.S. You might wanna give Kevin some driving lessons on stick...
Superb restoration. These models get played with in the sand and usually very beat up. They were both Major pack and King size models. The castings were the same except for the M4 or K4 model codes.
Haha! Kevin's a real "gear jammer"! Very nice project. Turned out a treat. Just got my copy of the "Encyclopedia of Matchbox Toys", and had fun seeing how many of your makeover vehicles I could find. The variety of MB models is staggering!
Wonderful video Marty.Really great how you transform them from junk to perfect models,think it would have looked better witha name on the tractor doors or a small headboard on the roof.
Nice work! Those Tamiya paint jars are not filled all the way because you can fill it the rest of the way with thinners and mix it. This makes the whole thing airbrush ready. It’s worked for me whenever I’ve gone to use any tamiya stuff
So, um, I found a naughty video on a naughty website that had the same intro music as Marty. Felt kinda weird there - and now equally weird returning here!
they are all partially wrong, GMC was originaly for General Motors of Canada they were canadian and GM bought them in the 1920's and kept the name for a while and switched to just GMC for a truck division merged with a few others manufacturers they also bought
Thank you for another inspiring and entertaining video. And, it is restful and allows you to "zone out" and forget all of your troubles............such as those monstrous gulls dive bombing the pram....................so glad I have no babies or small dogs as I don't believe in feeding the wildlife......................
Happy Day! A very nice one here Marty. Riveting. I find it hard to describe the easy peaceful feeling your voice & that low hypnotizing music creates. Nice addition of your local Hobby Shop. You should have a selection of air brushes Marty. Just to compare & experience. Many range around $100.00 dollars. Good ones up in the 2, 300 dollar range. But, remember that the higher priced air brushes are geared toward "Graphic Air Brushing" on paper using inks. Over kill for scale hobbies. My 90 dollar Paashe H model is a very used & old dependable friend.
Ha! Ha! - Well spotted. Julie bought two of the same fruit bowls on the same day. The first one shattered when hit with caustic soda and hot water. It was a while ago now so I think she might have forgotten and does not know that I am now using the second one. ;)
When putting the windshield back in, have you thought of putting it back in, then using silicone on the rivet and window,, instead of having the silicone between the roof and the window? That way, if someone in future wants to take the window back out they can just pick the silicone off instead of having to pry it up and chance breaking it.
I know what you mean but it may be seen from outside looking in. Somebody suggested water soluble white glue which I might test out next time. Thanks for the post Paul.
For the lumpy spray paint, some people suggest leaving the can into hot water before (as hot as your hand can stand) and that helps making the paint flow a little better. Of course you have to use absobant paper to remove any water near the zozzle to avoir getting drops of water. Kept up the good work !
Love your videos. I’m not a car person at all but somehow I just love watching these videos. You mentioned getting some new ultrasonic cleaning solution. Why don’t you try water with dishwasher soap of all purpose cleaner. I think it would work just as well, since you’re only cleaning the wheels. The vibration of the cleaner will loosen up the dirt and the cleaning solution wil help it brake down.
probably more time and effort but time lapsing the paint blistering from now on would be epic ,im sure im not the only one that was"happy with that" ;)
Glad you liked the time lapse. I do try to think of different types of camera shots to make the videos more entertaining, I think that this was a first!
When I saw the trailer in your unboxing and you said you had the tractor and trailer already I was hoping you'd do the makeover on this one soon. I really like the trailer train makeovers you do. Beautifully finished!
Hi Marty. Instead of floor polish have you tried circuit board sealer? I was in the Guards, and we'd sometimes cheat getting a shine on our drill boots by using "Klear" floor polish, until some genius introduced us to circuit board sealer. It lasts much longer and is easier to apply/dry, with a much better shine.
Works a treat and we were able to get it through the system until someone up the chain of command wanted to know why an infantry battalion needed so much of the stuff! The other shiny boot cheat was using RAF nose cone paint “borrowed “ from RAF Aldergrove..............!
AND YES! I m loking for a long time. Great work Great Koala verry GREAT SIMLE :) keep on! Greetings from germany ich stehe frühauf (früh auf) um Deine video zu sehen ;)
High Path you realise that Kevin will take over the business whilst Marty is out with his shoulder injury. Kevin’s Matchbox Makeovers could be a thing soon...
Buenas tardes. Navegando por internet me encontré con su página de restauración de Matchbox y quede muy sorprendido al ver sus manualidades y los resultados al final de las distintas reparaciones ¡¡ Le felicito !! da gusto ver a un profesional trabajar de esa manera. Pedí por correo dos vehículos de Matchbox y en esta semana los recibiré con su caja original, espero mostrárselos .En el buen sentido de la palabra le envidio de su magnífica colección que tiene .Un saludo muy grande desde España.
Fabulous Restoration Marty. I'm learning to drive at the moment. Thankfully I haven't heard the gears groan yet....or as its also known, 'Doing a Kevin'.
Lol!!! Hey Marty!!! That Crazy Kev Character Is Still In Your Company, Always Costing You Big Time!!! Its Time To Give Kev The Arse Mate!!! A Gold Plated Watch For His Retirement Get Rid Of Him Cos Mate The guy Is Off His Tree Ok!!! And He Never Gets Any Of His Assignments Right, He Is Hopeless!!! Well Isn't He? Give It Some Consderation Mate!!! Cheers!!! He Is Going To Work You Hard Till You Sack Him!!!
Hi Marty,,in 1968 I drove a 1966 GMC ( Jimmy ") 7000 , and was " identical to your cab,,It had a Detroit Diesel engine with a 10 speed transmission. It was red with a white grill. This brings back a bit of my younger years and my passion for Matchbox Truck's , Thank you for a great video.
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Amazing episode, Great restoration!!! Bravo!!!
Beautiful work. Kevin needs to learn to double clutch.
That gear jamming kevin. What a guy( koala).
That's what it sounds like when a koala drives a truck! :)
very good work, seeing kevin again makes me happy
Make a video showing your collection all together, that would be a great one!
I was just going to comment that... lol
Another like in order to highlight your comment😉👍
Me too . me too !
Marty's Matchbox makeovers needs to be a TV series! Informative, Helpful, and Funny!! :)
Awesome restoration of this great truck. But I think I'm reconsidering my opinion that KEVIN is "koalafied" to drive a truck.
Anyway, you did a good job on the restoration. Have a nice weekend to you, Julie, the team behind the scenes and of course 🐨 KEVIN.😁😁😁👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Great to hear from you again Paul, thanks for sticking around!
@@MartysMatchboxMakeovers Well, I love to watch your show each and every time. Keep up your brilliant work.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😁
That you're out there making these videos, and restoring these toys so artfully changes my perspective on the world. Thanks Marty!
almost right, General Motors Corporation.
Nice job.
End of video. Haven't you ever heard? "Never send a Koala to do a man's job?"
Marty, I enjoy your channel very much! You can file a small flat spot on the 1st 3 threads on one of the M2 bolts. This will be a "starter bolt". When looking at the end of The bolt it should look like a capital D. That small flat spot will act like a tap and cut threads into the soft zinc post. It's much too tedious to do every bolt like this. But it may help in some situations if you don't have your tap available.
That was a good 'un Marty! Thank you! :-)
You are welcome Chris, and thanks for being a long time viewer.
@@MartysMatchboxMakeovers Thank you Marty! And it's always been a pleasure watching you, the lovely Julie, and that little scamp Kevin! :-)
Oh, Kevin. Well, I'm sure you can fix the teeth on those gears with your dremel.
Impressive job! Looks great!
Wonderful! I still have mine, from 1967. Thanks Marty!
I've discovered that I can decant spray cans into bottles and then I can use that paint from my airbrush. Useful tip to get the primer out when the pressure has gone. I also have a thin bit of plastic with a hole in it to place over the axle ends so my grinding does not touch the hubs. Hope that helps, all the best Will... by the way, That was a stunning model !
Works great. Have used it myself. Have to let the propellant gas out otherwise can be a mess when pouring into a jar. Can crack the bottles too.
Was about to suggest the same thing. Works great, and you save a ton of money.
@@captainsergeant How ,? I have a load of rattle cans where the gas has gone but the product exists, are they still pressured or can I shove a thin straw/ WD40 end extension in one to drain the product?
To make sure there is no propellant, turn them upside down and depress the nozzle. When done, turn it right side up, use a small drill bit and drill a hole. After cut the top off with a cutting wheel. Let sit for 24 hours, mix the paint up and pour into a paint jar and you are done.
Have some paper handy in case it bubbles over but you should be ok.
@@highpath4776 Two ways: You can do what Clare Ravenwood has suggested, which is the safest and probably the best way...or you can do it the super messy way: spray the paint in an airbrush glass paint container! Wear gloves, expect a mess, but you'll get the paint you need.
Marty, the GMC is for General Motors Corporation, love the video, regards Bill in sunny Dromana, just across the Bay.
this is the kind of truck i been lookin fer. got a cement mixer truck, no mixer. need to buy a 3d printer. but i want the full five trailer road train.
Great! Thank you, Marty! And Kevin!
great work as usual. I loled at Kevin, loled harder at the "We don't cheat!" bill of 11k for a truck towing (good luck using a F150 to tow a whole rig) and finally lost it seeing how you turned the big turntable...
pure comedy. :D
Awesome post Lothar! - These are what inspire me to keep going! Cheers!
@@MartysMatchboxMakeovers our pleasure entirely.
Ron Pratt (youtube) has a new Australian mascot for his rotator, my first thought was "oh no not Kevin" .
It's a 'roo.
Super restoration as always Marty ! I really like the double trailer big rigs. You do such a detailed video that it is truely inspirational. Great job and thank you for sharing.
Great video man,you do awesome work! Thank you!✌😎👌
Thanks Wesley, I appreciate the feedback!
Ok this was very interesting and informative video that was going to get a thumbs up from me, but the unexpected ending garnered my subscription too! :))
Glad you enjoyed it
great
Only $11,000!!! Kevin let you off easy! At least he wasn't off firing missiles this time and almost starting World War Three!! If Kevin is having trouble seeing over the steering wheel, and reaching the pedals, have him sit on some old phone books or encyclopedias, and attach wooden blocks to the pedals with hose clamps or duct tape. Once he gets moving, if he learns to "match the Revs", he won't have to use the clutch.
That is a great one to own and you did a superb job restoring it! A real keeper... That turntable of yours is a hoot! P.S. You might wanna give Kevin some driving lessons on stick...
Superb restoration. These models get played with in the sand and usually very beat up. They were both Major pack and King size models. The castings were the same except for the M4 or K4 model codes.
Haha! Kevin's a real "gear jammer"!
Very nice project. Turned out a treat. Just got my copy of the "Encyclopedia of Matchbox Toys", and had fun seeing how many of your makeover vehicles I could find.
The variety of MB models is staggering!
There are certainly many more than I ever knew about!!
General Motors Corporation
Excellent presentation. Thank you.
Wonderful video Marty.Really great how you transform them from junk to perfect models,think it would have looked better witha name on the tractor doors or a small headboard on the roof.
Nice work! Those Tamiya paint jars are not filled all the way because you can fill it the rest of the way with thinners and mix it. This makes the whole thing airbrush ready. It’s worked for me whenever I’ve gone to use any tamiya stuff
You are awesome and make me laugh at times, Kevin needs a good telling off for that bill, all the best from me here in Christchurch new Zealand
😀😀😀😀 ja ja ja Kevin. Eres divertido.
Gracias mi amiga, me alegra que te haya gustado el espectáculo!
So, um, I found a naughty video on a naughty website that had the same intro music as Marty.
Felt kinda weird there - and now equally weird returning here!
More information required ;)
@@MartysMatchboxMakeovers 😂
Marty could you try running the cleaning solution through a paint filter before replacing it? May possibly clean it up 🤔
Excellent work. So remind me you want us all to send you more stuff ha ha
they are all partially wrong, GMC was originaly for General Motors of Canada they were canadian and GM bought them in the 1920's and kept the name for a while and switched to just GMC for a truck division merged with a few others manufacturers they also bought
$11K for a 'box? And only $110 GST? Mate you better make a very good friend of that mechanic - he's running at a loss.
put it in spray can paint in hot water from the sink before you use it. makes smoother when shooting paint.
Nice. Job. On. The.
M4. Hopper. Marty. Love. The. Works. U. Always. Do. On. Them. Lee
Thanks Lee hope you get as much fun from these videos as I do.
Thank you for another inspiring and entertaining video. And, it is restful and allows you to "zone out" and forget all of your troubles............such as those monstrous gulls dive bombing the pram....................so glad I have no babies or small dogs as I don't believe in feeding the wildlife......................
Had a laugh at this comment , thank you George :)
I know it's a bit pedantic but it is a 'tractor unit' not a 'cab' - Truck W**ker
Awesome restoration , Marty !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Another great job! Thanks...
So what did they do about the giant seagulls??
Hi Marty. I was unsubscribed by TH-cam. Please take note. Something fishy is going on.
ODD! - Never heard of that happening before, I hope they don't make a habit of it!
Happy Day! A very nice one here Marty. Riveting. I find it hard to describe the easy peaceful feeling your voice & that low hypnotizing music creates. Nice addition of your local Hobby Shop. You should have a selection of air brushes Marty. Just to compare & experience. Many range around $100.00 dollars. Good ones up in the 2, 300 dollar range. But, remember that the higher priced air brushes are geared toward "Graphic Air Brushing" on paper using inks. Over kill for scale hobbies. My 90 dollar Paashe H model is a very used & old dependable friend.
Great post Daniel, and thanks for watching. :)
"I'm Happy With That"
Seagull Terror: Lock Up Your Babies
I love to watch your restoration work and your craftsmanship. Beautiful video.
Thank you Vimal, I am so glad that you enjoy my videos.
Another Crazy Newspaper!
It's alright, Kev -- about ten years of beer money should cover it! Great episode as always. Thanks, Marty!
GMC = General Motors Corporation
Certainly a very beautiful model.
A lot has changed with regard to children's safety.
A beautiful store for your paint.
Muito bom o seu trabalho!!
The bowl you washed the paint off in looks familiar as the fruit bowl you cracked when you use lye as a stripper. Did Mrs. Marty have any concerns?
Ha! Ha! - Well spotted. Julie bought two of the same fruit bowls on the same day. The first one shattered when hit with caustic soda and hot water. It was a while ago now so I think she might have forgotten and does not know that I am now using the second one. ;)
very cool casting looks great
Perfect restoration. It turned out awesome. Too bad Kevin blew out the transmission lol 👍👍😊
GMC = General Motors Corporation. It's GM's truck division. :D
you use way too much of the Simichrome. always use the least you can. Pinhead size drop for something like that is plenty.
Roger that! Thanks.
Hi Marty. Another great makeover.
Can I just ask where you put the models when you have done them?
I have several display cases around my home but am running out of room and will probably have to source some more soon!
When putting the windshield back in, have you thought of putting it back in, then using silicone on the rivet and window,, instead of having the silicone between the roof and the window? That way, if someone in future wants to take the window back out they can just pick the silicone off instead of having to pry it up and chance breaking it.
I know what you mean but it may be seen from outside looking in. Somebody suggested water soluble white glue which I might test out next time. Thanks for the post Paul.
For the lumpy spray paint, some people suggest leaving the can into hot water before (as hot as your hand can stand) and that helps making the paint flow a little better. Of course you have to use absobant paper to remove any water near the zozzle to avoir getting drops of water. Kept up the good work !
Good tip Martin, I've not had many failiures with spray cans in the past but this silver is one that I will avoid in the future.
Love your videos. I’m not a car person at all but somehow I just love watching these videos.
You mentioned getting some new ultrasonic cleaning solution. Why don’t you try water with dishwasher soap of all purpose cleaner. I think it would work just as well, since you’re only cleaning the wheels. The vibration of the cleaner will loosen up the dirt and the cleaning solution wil help it brake down.
29:41 Hey Marty, at least you caught a brake on the 10% GST... should be $1,100 😹
OMG What a d##k head I can be sometimes!! Ha! Ha! Well spotted.
Had to re-watch that bit again, lol
Kevin ya cheeky bugger!!!
probably more time and effort but time lapsing the paint blistering from now on would be epic ,im sure im not the only one that was"happy with that" ;)
Glad you liked the time lapse. I do try to think of different types of camera shots to make the videos more entertaining, I think that this was a first!
When I saw the trailer in your unboxing and you said you had the tractor and trailer already I was hoping you'd do the makeover on this one soon. I really like the trailer train makeovers you do. Beautifully finished!
Had this one as a kid and remember it fondly. Your restoration looks great, congratulations!
Hi just wondering where i can obtain tires for a Fruehauf Hopper Train? Thanks
Mark, a great place to source spare parts is 'recovertoy.com', hope this helps.
Oi Kevin you supposed to double D'clutch you Muppet ...... 😲.....😄....
Fantastic restoration Marty 👍
Hi Marty. Instead of floor polish have you tried circuit board sealer? I was in the Guards, and we'd sometimes cheat getting a shine on our drill boots by using "Klear" floor polish, until some genius introduced us to circuit board sealer. It lasts much longer and is easier to apply/dry, with a much better shine.
Good tip, I shall have to give it a go. Thanks Marietta.
Works a treat and we were able to get it through the system until someone up the chain of command wanted to know why an infantry battalion needed so much of the stuff! The other shiny boot cheat was using RAF nose cone paint “borrowed “ from RAF Aldergrove..............!
@@MartysMatchboxMakeovers.
I used that once on my boots, it was a two part shiny black rubber compound called "Flexane"!
Marty's Matchbox Makeovers glad to see you on again😊 hope all is well with you and the clan😊
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My favorite part is always the newspaper you have in your paint booth 🤣🤣🤣
I've still go plenty up my sleeve ;)
I every wait to see the daily star's crazy headline of the video hahahahahahahahhaa
AND YES! I m loking for a long time. Great work Great Koala verry GREAT SIMLE :) keep on! Greetings from germany ich stehe frühauf (früh auf) um Deine video zu sehen ;)
:)
Another fine Restoration
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Marty, you can restore anything, a broken gearbox’ll be a walk in the park! What a good looking model it is. Excellent work!
His shoulder is gone, which is why kevin was driving ?
High Path you realise that Kevin will take over the business whilst Marty is out with his shoulder injury. Kevin’s Matchbox Makeovers could be a thing soon...
@@christopherward5065 I'm sure they will be his normal Koalaity Standards
Finally you are back to doing what made your channel.
Thanks Johnny, I hope to be doing many more in the future.
GMC stands for General Motors Corporation
Once again another great video Marty
I am going to buy one on eBay
Buenas tardes. Navegando por internet me encontré con su página de restauración de Matchbox y quede muy sorprendido al ver sus manualidades y los resultados al final de las distintas reparaciones ¡¡ Le felicito !! da gusto ver a un profesional trabajar de esa manera.
Pedí por correo dos vehículos de Matchbox y en esta semana los recibiré con su caja original, espero mostrárselos .En el buen sentido de la palabra le envidio de su magnífica colección que tiene .Un saludo muy grande desde España.
I’m surprised the wheels are still there after 50 years
Nice job Marty
Another SUPERBLY done restoration!!.. All ready to go back to the stone quarry.... I don't know if I would have had Kevin drive it though. 😆!!
GMC for American trucks stands for GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION. That is a highly sought after logo in America.
Fabulous Restoration Marty. I'm learning to drive at the moment. Thankfully I haven't heard the gears groan yet....or as its also known, 'Doing a Kevin'.
Great makeover Marty! 🐨 + 🚛 = 😄 Nice work with the turntable too.😁 Thank you.👍🏼🤘🏼😎
Awesome job Marty I love it so much
Thanks mate!
Very good work again. Best C...
I get the biggest laugh out of the Daily Star headlines! 😆
Love your restorations Marty!
Great to hear that you are having some fun!
I'm beginning to look forward to the headlines "seagull terror! Lock up your babies"
Lol!!! Hey Marty!!! That Crazy Kev Character Is Still In Your Company, Always Costing You Big Time!!! Its Time To Give Kev The Arse Mate!!! A Gold Plated Watch For His Retirement Get Rid Of Him Cos Mate The guy Is Off His Tree Ok!!! And He Never Gets Any Of His Assignments Right, He Is Hopeless!!! Well Isn't He? Give It Some Consderation Mate!!! Cheers!!! He Is Going To Work You Hard Till You Sack Him!!!
Hi Marty,,in 1968 I drove a 1966 GMC ( Jimmy ") 7000 , and was " identical to your cab,,It had a Detroit Diesel engine with a 10 speed transmission. It was red with a white grill. This brings back a bit of my younger years and my passion for Matchbox Truck's , Thank you for a great video.