1960's Green Tonka Dozer Restoration

My Aunt and uncle found this 1960s Green Tonka Dozer at a flea market June of 2020. I was super excited about it, since I already had the dump truck to go with it restored. The Dozer didn't come with a trailer, so I ended up finding one on eBay that was the correct trailer. One of the track wheels were missing. The was an extremely fun project and I love the way it turned out. The tracks were dry rotted, you really can't tell in the video, however they were bad enough that they needed replaced.

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Restoration Cost
Dozer $40.00 (Local Flea Market)
Trailer $73.10 (eBay)
Plastic Wheel $16.11 (Used Part eBay)

Total Restoration Cost: $221.95

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[visitorfromtheeaster]

The part I like most is that I get to see all those toys you have in your junkyard, because those were the kind of toys I played with in my childhood... what a wonderful years... even when I never had one new ...

[brianartillery]

I had one of these, when I was about five, I reckon. It wasn't green, though - my late father, who for many years was a civil engineer, had it repainted Caterpillar yellow, with decals showing the name of the company he worked for. That toy moved a lot of dirt in our garden. It had a driver, too - a funny little jointed figure - one that would be known today as an 'action figure'.
Seeing this 'Dozer again brought a tear to my eye - not of sadness, but aching nostalgia. Thank you. And it's a wonderful restoration. Nice one. 👍👍👍

[barbarapease]

How wonderful. I loved when you said - I forgot this part. It was wonderful to watch you replacing it. I think that makes you human like the rest of us. Thank you for a wonderful restoration. I think you are my favorite. (77yo here).

[krystolmitchell]

Seeing these old, forgotten, toys, be REBORN, is just JOYOUS!!!

[scottmcmahon]

The condition of the metal after the sandblasting always amazes me. Just surface rust and paint. Excellent work!!!

[jam]

Watching the powder coat change is satisfying as well

[robertreisner]

I did the same with all of my childhood tonka toys and now my grandchildren enjoy them. My kids have now got to heavy equipment. It is good to see that others do the same.

[vernabink]

With 5 sons, I do love you boys with your toys. Great restoration. Thank you.

[TheFloofBoi]

I love how the intros always show the 'salvage yard' of future projects you have, it makes it so much cooler watching the restorations! Plus, it leaves you wondering what's next on the save list!

[reuben]

I love watching you do such a clean and professional job . Great restoration !

[westsideken]

I sometimes forget which restorer I am watching...I always expect them to say "I make a new one"....

Those addicted to these videos will get the reference.

Another great job!

[netoluna]

Es increible el nivel de detalles que consigues en todas tus restauraciones, sin dudas eres el mejor.

[michaelreece]

Beautiful. It's ready for the sand box and can now provide another child with years of enjoyment.

[jamesz]

tonka！ My son has one dumper truck! So big he can sit in it, a metal one, 10 years ago from Kmart, but in good condition and still working!

[mr.disney]

The fine details are the best to watch ! This guy doesn't miss a thing.

[jodidavis]

I'm 55 yr old woman...and I want that lol. Nice job 👍🏽

[shaunolinger]

I had this dozer as a tweenager in the mid 80s. I never knew there was a trailer to go with it!

I saved up my firecrackers and fuses, then used them to "blast" roads down to the creek behind the house. Then I used all my Tonkas to build a dam so I could play with my model battleship and other boats.

Fun memories of a beautiful place to play.

[duanehudson]

I love your videos my favorite parts are the intro with the little sheep and the sand blasting.

[Polakki]

Даже по продуманной «простоте» конструкции и качеству исполнения - видна истинная забота о маленьких гражданах ВЕЛИКОЙ страны! Реставратору респект и низкий поклон!

[wokohedgehogs]

Superb restoration, love the colours and the fact that it matches the truck that is pulling it, well done 👍