PB’s Retro RestorationsPB's 4th Birthday Corvette Community Invitational Trailer. Get involved!
Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
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PBs 4th Birthday Corvette Community Invitational Trailer.PB’s Retro Restorations2024-01-16 | PB's 4th Birthday Corvette Community Invitational Trailer. Get involved!
Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox Lesney 62 TV Service Van Restoration / 3D Printed AccessoriesPB’s Retro Restorations2024-10-10 | G'Day Viewers! A pretty straightforward one this week, the much loved TV Service Van!
If you would like to purchase the STL files used in this video, that'd be amazing and really help me to keep going! Check out this link: cults3d.com/:2301680
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction 00:22 Casting History 00:45 Assessment & Disassembly 05:38 Wire Brushing Metal Parts 06:32 Airbrushing 07:59 3D Printed Parts 10:32 More Airbrushing 11:18 Decals 13:03 Window Polishing 14:21 Axel Polishing 15:00 Refurbished Parts / Reassembly 17:45 Detail Painting 21:59 Carton Creation 25:35 Into the Carton 25:59 Turntable Before & After 27:24 PB’s Farewell WaffleCorgi Toys 233 Heinkel Bubble Car Diecast Toy RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-09-26 | G'Day Viewers! This week it's the Corgi Toys 233 Heinkel / Trojan Bubble Car! DON’T FORGET! The DMC Paint it Blue for Alzheimer’s Corvair Build and Auction on September 13th! You can also donate via this link: justgiving.com/page/dmc-justgiving
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.
Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:24 What We’re Working With! 00:43 History of the Casting 01:04 Getting Started / Disassembly 04:02 Thread Tapping Disaster! 04:51 Cleaning the Casting 06:30 Custom Mixing Paint / Airbrushing 08:07 Polishing the Plastic Window 08:55 Polishing the Wheels 09:30 Refurbished Parts Reveal & Reassembly 13:30 Trying to Fix the Suspension & Reassembly (Again) 15:16 Applying Silver Details 19:53 Carton Cutting & Assembly 23:01 Final Reveal & Slide Show 24:55 PB’s Waffle & FarewellCorgi Toys 229 Chevrolet Corvair Paint it Blue for Alzheimers DMC Charity BuildPB’s Retro Restorations2024-09-12 | G’Day Viewers! Here’s my entry for the DMC’s ‘Paint it Blue’ Challenge for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Please check out the links below where you can bid to win the Corvair from this video, with 100% of the hammer price going to The Alzheimer’s Society, or alternatively donate, or both, either way thank you for watching and checking out the links.
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
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Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:22 History of the Casting 01:03 Disassembly 04:05 Threading the Post 05:35 Wire Brushing 07:34 Engine Cover Repair Part One 11:42 Glass / Wheel Oven Cleaner 12:24 Engine Cover Repair Part Two 13:52 Priming 15:25 Glass / Wheel Disaster 17:26 Fixing the Glass 18:54 Replacement Wheels 19:04 Airbrushing 21:08 Thank You Phil! 22:20 Refurbished Parts & Reassembly 24:00 Threading the Forgotten Post 25:30 Reassembly Continued 27:27 Detail Painting 29:39 Carton Making 35:18 The Final Reveal 37:38 PB’s Farewell WaffleTOMORROW! Paint it Blue Alzheimers Charity Build #corgitoys #alzheimerssociety #automobilePB’s Retro Restorations2024-09-11 | G’Day Viewers! Don't forget to tune in tomorrow for my video for the DMC’s ‘Paint it Blue’ Challenge for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Please check out the links below where you can bid to win the Corvair from this video, with 100% of the hammer price going to The Alzheimer’s Society, or alternatively donate, or both, either way thank you for watching and checking out the links. VIDEO & AUCTION GO LIVE SEPTEMBER, FRIDAY 13TH
Ebay Listing: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/335559115310 You can also donate via this link: justgiving.com/page/dmc-justgivingMatchbox Lesney No.36 Opel Diplomat #matchbox #toys #restoration #toycarPB’s Retro Restorations2024-09-03 | ...Matchbox Lesney 36 Opel Diplomat Restoration for RexPB’s Retro Restorations2024-08-29 | G'Day Viewers! This week it's the No. 36 Opel Diplomat we first saw in Rex's Collector Case Video. I made an offer to restore it for him, and here are the result
DON’T FORGET! The DMC Paint it Blue for Alzheimer’s Corvair Build and Auction on September 13th! You can also donate via this link: justgiving.com/page/dmc-justgiving
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction 00:19 Casting History 00:40 Waffle 02:36 Disassembly 05:08 Wire Brushing 06:02 Repairing the Squashed Roof 13:09 Cleaning Parts 13:58 Tidying Up Diecast Repairs 15:57 Test Fitting 18:02 Drilling and Tapping 19:20 Final Test Fitting 20:26 Priming 21:44 More Finessing of Repairs 24:22 Cleaning Up the Repro Window 25:18 Airbrushing 27:16 Carton Creation 31:03 Refurbished Parts Reveal & Reassembly 32:15 Detail Painting 32:50 The Tow Hook I Almost Forgot 34:57 Into the Carton & Final Reveal 37:06 PB Farewell & WaffleHow to Make Your OWN Vintage Die Cast Cartons! Corgi - Dinky - Anything!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-08-22 | G'day Viewers! With thanks to Mike over at Mike's Mods & Customs for asking me how I make my own cartons, I bring you this special PB presentation of, well, how I make my own cartons! It is a LONG video (my longest ever) but hopefully you'll be able to pick some bits of useful information out of it.
If YOU would like any of the templates I've created, shoot me an email and I'll be glad to email them to you (for your own purposes of course, if you're creating an eBay empire off the back of my designs at least cut me in lol)
DON’T FORGET! The DMC Paint it Blue for Alzheimer’s Corvair Build and Auction on September 13th! You can also donate via this link: justgiving.com/page/dmc-justgiving
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
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CHAPTERS: 0:00:00 Intro Waffle 0:01:10 Finding Suitable Images 0:04:46 Manipulating / Fixing Images 0:20:25 Putting the Images Together 0:45:35 The Completed Carton Image 0:45:50 Sizing & Printing the Completed Image 0:47:41 The Importance of Switching Reduce / Enlarge to OFF! 0:49:35 Cutting, Scoring & Folding the Printed Card 0:59:28 Glueing and Completion! 1:02:33 PB’s Farewell WaffleMatchbox Lesney #64 MG 1100 Sedan Toy Car RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-08-15 | DON’T FORGET! The DMC Paint it Blue for Alzheimer’s Corvair Build and Auction on September 13th! You can also donate via this link: justgiving.com/page/dmc-justgiving
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
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Link to the sanding sponges: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/392195353100?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=cnhTUVSNTiO&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=Hso4VjAVSlq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:26 First Look 01:11 Disassembly 04:07 All The Parts and Cleaning 04:44 Polishing The Base 06:21 Wet Sanding for Clear Coat 07:08 Refurbishing the Windscreen 09:07 Polishing The Axels 10:12 Repairing The Suspension 10:57 Wire Brushing The Body 13:01 Airbrushing The Body and Wheels 14:18 Refurbished Parts Show & Reassembly 16:43 History of the Casting 17:16 Carton Creation 21:50 The Big Reveal & Slideshow 23:30 PB’s Signoff and RotSnakes Alive! - Its PBs Wild Kingdom Downunder! #snake #carpetpython #corgitoysPB’s Retro Restorations2024-08-08 | Mrs. PB found this little guy hanging out in our tree, he was there all day and most of the night, but had moved on this morning.Matchbox No.46 Pickfords Van Resto Reveal #automobile #truck #matchbox #restorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-08-07 | ...Corgi Toys 245 Buick Riviera Diecast Restoration and Techniques I Use!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-08-01 | G'Day Viewers! This week it's another eBay purchase, a #245 Buick Riviera. I neglected to say I was in Hobart Tasmania, out side the Cascade Brewery in the end shot. Anyway. I hope you like this video!
DON'T FORGET! The DMC Annual Paint it Blue for Alzheimers Build and Auction coming up on September 13th! Details in the video!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. @pbsretrorestorations
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CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:18 Disassembly 04:45 Removing paint & chrome from plastic 05:16 Threading posts for screws. 07:25 Cleaning parts 13:30 Wire brushing metal parts 16:53 Painting (1st Attempt, Rattle Pack) 19:01 Windscreen refurbishment 22:12 Smoothing out the roof 24:40 Painting (2nd Attempt, Airbrush) 25:47 History of the Buick Riviera casting 26:38 Polishing wheels / Refurbish Transolite parts 30:25 Refurbished parts show 30:31 Reassembly 38:59 Carton assembly 43:05 DMC Paint it Blue Auction Promo 44:40 Final RevealCorgi Toys 267 Batmobile Restoration Reveal #corgitoys #diecast #toys #batman66 #batman #shortsPB’s Retro Restorations2024-07-31 | G'day Viewers! See the full length video for how this went from tired to bat-tastic!Matchbox #22 Pontiac GP Resto Reveal #shorts #automobile #toys #diecast #musclecar #restorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-07-29 | ...Rockford Files / James Garner Matchbox Pontiac Firebird Tribute BuildPB’s Retro Restorations2024-07-18 | G’Day Viewers! This week is my tribute to James Garner, who passed away this day in 2014. I’m going to turn this Matchbox Pontiac Firebird into his Rockford Files Esprit. I hope you enjoy the video!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox Lesney #46 Pickfords Removal Van Truck Lorry Diecast RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-07-04 | G'Day Viewers! This episode it's the #46 Pickfords Removal Van! What a rollercoaster this one was, right up until last night......... but I got there in the end.
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.QUICK LOOK! 1972 Valiant Hemi Charger R/T Six Pack - Australian Cars Diecast Collection - ISSUE TWO!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-06-28 | G'Day Viewers! It's my YouTube 4th Birthday - BUT YOU GET THE GIFT of this bonus video review / comparison of a subject close to my heart, Australian Valiant Chargers. Featuring a comparison between three different diecast manufacturers, Trax, Classic Carlectables and IXO!Corgi Toys 310 Corvette Stingray - 4th Anniversary Special, Slide Show & Prize Draw!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-06-26 | G'Day Viewers! Well it's here! The 4th Anniversary Special! Thank you to everyone who participated, please check out their videos (links below) I've ramped up the carry on for this video, hopefully it doesn't ostracise me from polite society. LINKS: Martin Dares Dinky Restorations: youtu.be/bMlsoDf63FE?si=6Ma7H9koCXZMQeHU Maple Leaf Customs: youtu.be/vKfVvbn-j0A?si=X_0EWl7-W78PqdJd Matchbox Mark's Diecast Resotrations and Customs! youtu.be/1p6EFFY0aqM?si=3FEFpaZXDWnnXCi5 Pimp My Diecasts: youtu.be/uj1d2Nk9aOI?si=QaLaKRqsoF3t285i SoMo Diecast: youtu.be/s8-8_SRY5l8?si=NlhCR_JrbhYvGyOK Johnny V's Custom Garage Tasmania: youtu.be/-KRLMMKdqiY?si=PfHgboletRwoZnTs
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox Lesney #22 Pontiac Grand Prix Diecast RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-06-20 | G'Day Viewers! This week is the Matchbox Lesney #22 Pontiac Grand Prix! DON'T FORGET! This THURSDAY 27th is my 4th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL with all the community builds, prize draw and all the usual rot! I hope to see you there!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.QUICK LOOK! 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 327 - Australian Cars Diecast Collection - FIRST ISSUEPB’s Retro Restorations2024-06-18 | G'Day Viewers! Quick extra video for you, I was getting ads for this on my facebook and had to check it out. Was massively surprised by the quality, and thought you might like to see it too. AND DON'T PANIC! I'll still have a regular video for you on Friday! I just can't stop giving.Corgi Toys 224 Bentley Continental Die Cast Toy RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-06-06 | G'Day Viewers! Another Corgi Toys vehicle this week, the 224 Bentley Continental, an original 1960's issue in need of some love. Another LONG video I'm afraid, but I hope you enjoy it!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
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CHAPTER LIST 00:00 Intro 00:24 Casting History 01:25 Disassembly 07:38 Cleaning Parts 08:28 Wire Brushing Body 11:04 Plastic Windscreen Refurbishment 12:24 Airbrushing 13:56 Body Prep Fail and Second Attempt 14:41 Masking for Two Tone Paint 17:58 3D Print File Images 21:39 Refursbishment of Bumpers 24:32 Reinstalling Rear Axle 24:57 Refurbished Parts Show & Reassembly 37:00 Carton Cutting and Gluing 38:35 Before and After Reveal 40:31 Waffle TimeCorgi Toys Diecast Restoration Rover 2000 - Left Out Re-Assembly VideoPB’s Retro Restorations2024-05-31 | G'Day Viewers! I realised this week that I forgot to include the content showing the reassembly of the two Corgi Rovers from last weeks video. I don't know how I get on sometimes. Anyway, here it is for those of you interested and if you've stumbled on to this video wondering where the rest of it is, there's a link at the end of the video!Lesney Redlines Corgi - Rexs Vintage Carry Case Look Through! One Owner Childhood CollectionPB’s Retro Restorations2024-05-25 | G'day Viewers! My Friend and work colleague Rex brought his childhood collection of diecast in for me to look at, and it was so cool I just had to share it with you all!Corgi Toys Diecast Restoration Rover 2000 - Standard & Rally VersionsPB’s Retro Restorations2024-05-23 | G'Day Viewers! This week is a DOUBLE MAKEOVER! I restore the original 252 Rover 2000 and it's replacement 322 Rally equivalent. This has made for a longer video, but I hope it's entertaining enough to keep you going!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox Superfast No. 21 Renault 5TL Diecast Restoration / Decals / CartonPB’s Retro Restorations2024-05-09 | G'Day Viewers! This week it's this Matchbox Superfast Renault 5TL that Johnny V sent me. It looks to have been the victim of a manufacturing fault from new. Oh, and the return of my high-end Special Effects. Sorry.
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Purchases & Donations April 2024 / Gerrys Johan Model Kit Unboxing Video!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-05-02 | G'Day Viewers! Extra video for you this fortnight (You're Welcome) Small round up of stuff I've bought myself, a cool gift from a friends visit to Japan and an unboxing of the Johan model kit my friend Gerry sent me all the way from Canada!
Don’t forget that even though the Beard is gone, the drive continues until May 23rd to raise much needed funds for Women’s Legal Service QLD! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/ Thanks for checking out my video!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox Superfast No. 8 DeTomaso Pantera Restoration / ConversionPB’s Retro Restorations2024-04-25 | G'Day Viewers! This week I backdate a 1983 Issue DeTomaso Pantera to its 1975 issued colour scheme, make my own decals and carton and generally have a good time. I hope you like it!
DON'T FORGET! I have started selling some of my restos / collection on eBay and you can find my listings here:
https://www.ebay.com.au/usr/plashdaddy?_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l2559Matchbox Lesney No. 5D Routemaster London Bus Restoration - 3D Printed PartsPB’s Retro Restorations2024-04-11 | G'day Viewers! In this episode I restore a London Bus sent to me by Johnny V at Johnny V's Custom Garage in Tassie! It's lost the bottom deck seats and has bent bits everywhere, but it came out great in the end. DON'T FORGET! I have started selling some of the vehicles featured on this channel on my Ebay Store, including this one, just search for plashdaddy and check it out!
The beard has gone, but we're still taking donations for Women’s Legal Service QLD. Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.DDA Mad Max Holden Panel Van Kit FULL BUILD!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-03-28 | G'Day Viewers! AT LAST! I've finally finished Max's Panel Van! I'll explain the delay in the video. I hope you like the end result! And remember, when the gangs take over the highways, PB's on your side.
Don’t forget that even though the Beard is gone, the drive continues until May 23rd to raise much needed funds for Women’s Legal Service QLD! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/ Thanks for checking out my video!
I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Maple Leaf Customs 4th Annual Porsche Build Video! #MLCPorsche4PB’s Retro Restorations2024-03-14 | G'Day Viewers! It's time again for Andrew's annual Pay it Forward Porsche Invitational! Now in it's fourth year it is one of the highlights of the group build calendar, with great prizes and heaps of participants getting involved! Be sure to use #MLCPorsche4 to check out the other videos and be sure to keep an eye out for Andrew's recap video in the coming days!
Don’t forget that even though the Beard is gone, the drive continues until May 23rd to raise much needed funds for Women’s Legal Service QLD! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too. Sometimes. @pbsretrorestorations
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Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
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DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting.
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestoration
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DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciateOriginal Ertl Dukes of Hazzard 1969 Dodge Charger & Daisy Jeep RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2024-02-01 | G'Day Viewers!
Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.PBs Ill-Advised Livestream 2000 Sub Draw Video Re-Heated!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-01-29 | G'Day Viewers! Here's the video of the Livestream Draw I did on Sunday, thanks again to everyone who entered, congratulations to the winners and I will see you in the next video on February 2nd!
Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Corgi Commer 3/4 Truck Chrysler Australia Valiant Charger Promo Van Custom!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-01-25 | Happy Australia Day Viewers! This week I turn this Corgi Commer 3/4 Van into a Chrysler Australia Service / Charger Promotion Vehicle, I hope you like it!
Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Dinky Toys #257 Rambler Canadian Fire Chief Car - 2000 Subscriber GiveawayPB’s Retro Restorations2024-01-18 | G'Day Viewers! Here it is! Your chance to win a reasonably well restored Dinky Toys Rambler Canadian Fire Chief Car! I've left a special code word somewhere in the video and all you need to do to be eligible for the draw is leave a comment containing that code word and you're in! More details on the draw at the end of the video, and a blooper reel from my 'Special Message' video from Monday if that's your sort of thing. Thank you again for your continued support!
Don’t forget I’m trying to raise $5,000 for Women’s Legal Service QLD by shaving off my beard for the first time in 23 years! Please check out the links below and THANK YOU.
DONATION & INFO LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/
Thanks for checking out my video! I have a new video at least every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always try to make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do the Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.A Special Message from Your Friend PB - Beard Shave Fundraising Drive!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-01-15 | G'Day Viewers! No restoration in this video, just a bit of info about this Friday's 2000 Sub Video, but more importantly details of what I am doing to help raise $40,000 for Women's Legal Service Queensland! The link below can tell you more about it than I ever could, so thank you for watching this short video and be sure to check out the link for Reidy and Marguerite!
Thank You!
DONATION & INFORMATION LINK: https://www.dancingceos.com.au/t/marguerite-o-sullivan-andrew-reid
WOMEN"S LEGAL SERVICE QLD LINK: https://wlsq.org.au/Matchbox Superfast #59 Ford Galaxie / Mercury Fire Chief DOUBLE RESTORATION!PB’s Retro Restorations2024-01-04 | G'Day Viewers and a Happy New Year to you all! The first new video for 2024 sees me restore TWO #matchbox #superfast #firechief cars, a 59C Ford Galaxie and 59D Mercury. Hope you enjoy the video!
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.PBs Christmas Un-Spectacular 2023 - Unboxing and Quick Custom Build!PB’s Retro Restorations2023-12-21 | G'Day Viewers and a Merry Christmas to you all. Thank you for all your support over the year, your comments, likes and shares, I am very grateful for you all sticking with me! I'll be back on January 5th and I really hope to see you all then! June 2024 marks my 4th Anniversary on the Tubes, thinking of an invitational build if you're into those things, let me know! I will be having a 2000 Subscription giveaway when I reach that milestone, which I of course couldn't have done without YOUR help, thank you, stay safe and see you in 2024!
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Corgi Toys 339 Mini Cooper Monte Carlo - 3rd Annual DMC Ashes Challenge RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2023-12-14 | G'Day Viewers! It's that magical time of year where PJ over at the DMC throws down the gauntlet and hosts the DMC Ashes Challenge. I've provided a handy QRD about what 'The Ashes' are for all of you who might be scratching your heads on what we're on about, you're welcome. Be sure to check out the recap video when PJ gets it posted, I know there'll be some super builds.
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too (but not much lol) @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Corgi Toys 406 Land Rover 109 WB History and RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2023-12-07 | G'Day Viewers! This week I restore a well loved but complete early Corgi 406 Land Rover, complete with self designed carton and brief history of the casting, I hope you like it!
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Jestergers Carton from Canada Unboxing Video Diecast Cars and More!PB’s Retro Restorations2023-12-02 | G'Day Viewers! As threatened on Friday, here is another unboxing that was too big to fit into Friday's video. My friend Gerry very kindly sent me this box packed with diecast and bits and bobs and I wanted to share it with you all, I hope you enjoy it and I will be back on Friday 8th with a regular restoration video! Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.PBs Purchases and Donations Video Diecast Cars Parts and More!PB’s Retro Restorations2023-11-30 | G'Day Viewers! I know I wasn't supposed to have a video today, but I pulled my finger out to bring you this Donation and Purchase Video, I hope you enjoy it! But the excitement doesn't stop there, be sure to drop back for another unboxing on Sunday, details are in the video!
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox No. 8 Ford Mustang Phantom Variation Build + Holiday Video!PB’s Retro Restorations2023-11-23 | G'Day Viewers! This week I restore a #8 Ford Mustang that I found in Maleny while I was on holidays! So not only am I punishing you with a restoration, I'm punishing you with the 21st Century equivalent of a slide show!
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Corgi Toys 302 Hillman Hunter London to Sydney Marathon 1968 RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2023-11-09 | G'Day Viewers! This week it's the Corgi Golden Jacks Hillman Hunter! Hope you enjoy the video!
Link to the article I mentioned: https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/sabotage-at-the-london-to-sydney-marathon
I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Matchbox Kadette to Holden Dealer Team Rally Gemini Custom Double BuildPB’s Retro Restorations2023-10-26 | G'day Viewers! This week I convert two Matchbox Opal Kadettes into Holden Geminis, one stock and one the Wayne Bell / George Shepheard HDT Rally car! And you won't believe where the rally version ended up.....Dinky Toys 256 Humber Hawk Police Patrol Car and Carton RestorationPB’s Retro Restorations2023-10-12 | G'day Viewers! This week is a fairly straight forward resto of the #256 Humber Hawk Patrol Car, I hope you enjoy it!
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips.
Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.1960 Dinky Toys 966 Marrel Multi Bucket Skip Truck / Lorry Restoration - 3D Printed Parts!PB’s Retro Restorations2023-09-28 | G'Day Viewers! This week I rescue another one of my Uncle Phil's childhood toys. This 966 Marrel Multi-Bucket has been a victim of a 'crushing event' the details of which are sadly lost to the mists of time. Martin Dare's video showed me what was missing, and I set out to recreate the missing pieces in tinkercad for 3D printing.
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too @pbsretrorestorations
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Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.Corgi 340 Hillman Sunbeam Imp Monte Carlo DMC PAINT IT BLUE FOR ALZHEIMERS AWARENESS BUILD!PB’s Retro Restorations2023-09-14 | G'Day Viewers! It's time for the Annual DMC Paint it Blue for Alzheimer's Awareness Group Build! I've chosen to restore this Corgi #340 Hillman Imp Monte Carlo, and as with last year's build I have put it up for auction on eBay, with absolutely 100% of the sale price to be donated to DMC Paul's nominated charity. I'll even pay the postage to ANYWHERE in the world!
You can view (and hopefully bid!) the auction here: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/235201615958
Thanks for dropping by! I try to have a new video every second Friday at 9:15am ESPBT and I’d love to see you back again! I can’t always promise gold standard restorations, but I’ll always promise to try and make it interesting!
You can email me at pbsretrorestorations@gmail.com If you do Facebook I’m @pbsretrorestorations I’m on Instagram too (kind of) @pbsretrorestorations
If you enjoyed this video, I’d love for you to consider sharing it with friends, maybe even subscribe and I always like getting your comments, feedback and tips. Thank you for your support, I REALLY do appreciate it.