About 30 years ago I happened upon a method to remove old paint and rust from old pressed steel toys and antique car parts. Hey believe me, Model A Ford spoked wheels can be a real pain to sandblast! Not...
I have frequently been asked to provide some restoration tips for vintage toys whether it's Tonka, Buddy L, Nylint, Doepke,Smith Miller, Keystone or you-name-it. PROBLEM:"How do you get the hard rubber exhaust...
The year of manufacture of most Tonka trucks is fairly easy to determine by focusing on the Tonka logo door decal. There are minor differences in some year models such as the hood scoop and windshield posts...
The purpose of this guide will be to help Tonka Toy Truck collectors by sharing information. Collecting these uniquely American vintage toys is an enjoyable and challenging hobby. Many Americans have been...
The purpose of this guide is to help you with some basic pre-70's Tonka Jeep identification;which will provide you with some insight into a jeep's worth and authenticity, and could even help you avoid some of...
JUST POUR BOILING WATER ON THE TIRES, THAT WILL MAKE THE TIRES PLIABLE. THE HUBCAPS THEN CAN BE REMOVED WITHOUT ANY DAMAGE TO EITHER THE CAP OR TIRE. ...
This is to help you locate pictures of your favorite Tonka truck quickly. On page 382 in color are the Mighty Trucks; Loader, Dump Truck, Loadmaster, and Grader.On page 383 in color are the Mighty Trucks;...
It is unreal just how many times I have found a great treasure or a fantastic bargain in the often bypassed catagory known as "other". Sometimes people simply do not know what final catagory to list their...