1957 Tonka Gambles Convenience Store Semi Truck Grocery Store Rare Private Label Restoration Restore

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Published 2024-04-21

I purchased this 1957 Tonka Gambles Convenience Store Semi Truck on eBay March 2023 for $172.00. It was in perfect shape for a restoration, in rough condition and mostly complete. The body was really rusty, especially on one side. The interior had been a home for spiders for some time, which probably live in my basement now. As this truck was stored there until this video was started. Originally I thought it was should have been a tandem rear wheel, however after making the tandem axle plate and additional hub caps, I found out it was originally only a single rear wheel trailer assembly. I decided to leave it a tandem even though I know it was incorrect. Out of everything I made for this restoration I enjoyed making the mud flaps the most. This was my first time engraving rubber on the CO2 laser. I really love stamping my own hub caps as well, using the die I made in a previous video. I'm not 100% happy with the decals and honestly am looking for a great decal printer / cutter to buy. If anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear what they are. Thank you everyone for watching and all the support!!

If all goes well I'll be back on track to get more videos out this year. I was in a vehicle accident around Christmas which slowed me down for quite awhile. I'm finally getting some things done for the channel and look forward to getting the next videos out. Thank you all for your patience and support.

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All Comments (21)

@jayconstantine5928 3 months ago

Welcome back! We've missed you!😄
@kjamison5951 3 months ago

Beaker is such a handsome boy! And his supervisory and quality assurance skills are put to good use! Thank you, excellent results on a rusty disaster!
@gerrymichaud3851 3 months ago

I really like channels about restoring old toys. It's relaxing to watch and it's fun to se the results. These days toys are disposable, the old Tonka toys were passed down to other kids
@Vickie-Bligh 3 months ago

I missed you and Beaker. What a beautiful transformation. And I do love the mud flaps, they add the perfect touch. Well done!
@richardolivier432 2 months ago

Love what you do to old rusted-out Tonka toys and other roasted pieces of childhood memories. ❤
@fisitron7256 3 months ago

I loved this restoration, especially as a lifelong retail nerd
@barryhood4247 3 months ago

Sorry to hear about your accident! I'm glad you're doing better. Was so happy to see your video, yours are one of my favorite things to watch. So glad you're back!
@lewlewis8970 3 months ago

I hope you have recovered and are feeling well. I enjoy watching these videos and really see how much you enjoy doing them. Making the world a better place. Thanks and well wishes.
@jodidavis6595 3 months ago

Finally Chip! We’ve missed ya. Always great to see a post from you. Really enjoy your restorations. I remember when you first introduced your kitty. He’s getting mature. So cute. Well done on this one. Very pretty 👍🏼
@CatsSleepyHollow 2 months ago

Praying for a full recovery! Love watching these come back to life! Back then they just build things to last... and worth restoring! Preserving History!
@oldguy5381 3 months ago

Good morning sir, hope every one is well.
@joeh3495 3 months ago

Always an exciting day when another project of yours is posted!!
@caroltanzi29 3 months ago

Boy,- it is wonderful to see you doing your magic again via videos. I certainly missed you. Love this truck restoration. Great way to start a Sunday morning. Thanks, Carol from California
@franksando635 3 months ago

Nice to see your back to Restoring and saving them old toys👍👍
@suedearing-ex7ve 3 months ago

As always, an amazing transformation. Thank you.
@bluescatreimer 3 months ago

I was born in 1953 so I played with some of these cars and trucks, it's so nice to see them again! Thanks for posting.
@OldFart2023 3 months ago

Great to see you posting again. Hope all has been well!! I remember that we had a "Gambles Hardware" store in my hometown of Enderlin, ND (SE N.D.) It closed about 1974 ish when the "Coast to Coast" store bought them out and expanded.
@67gmctruck 3 months ago

Very happy to see you back! I hope all is well and thanks for sharing your projects with all of us.
@miker8915 3 months ago

Welcome back Chip. Another Fantastic Restoration! Thank you for Posting😀
@evan_kumar 3 months ago

Yay your back! Sorry to hear about your accident. So glad you’re back on YouTube!