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  • Welcome!
    This forum is for anyone with an appreciation for old battery toys, and to provide a platform for worldwide networking. You are invited to post questions or comments pertaining to vintage battery toys; collecting, repairing, buying, selling, etc.

    I respond to all posts as quickly as I can. If you have a question that I can't answer, hopefully another member can. Also, do not hesitate to invite anyone you know that is interested in battery toys to join in. You can contribute to the forum's success by registering and POSTING OFTEN! ------------------------------------------ Your host, Grandpa

    WELCOME to our newest member: erock from California!
    This brings our total membership to 101
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  • To Join
    It is not necessary to join the club to view the forum, but we sincerely hope you will. There are no fees or dues, and you can leave at any time. Your personal information will be kept private, and you will not receive any unwanted solicitations. To join click on "Register" above and fill out a short form. Once you have registered, and have received acceptance of membership, you will have full access to the forum, replying to posts or posting new topics.
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  • Grandpa's Toys on American Pickers!!!
    I have now had the pleasure of having my toy videos appear on three separate episodes of American Pickers. On Monday February 11 at 9:00 EST on the HIstory Channel, my video of GI Joe and the K-9 Pups was shown. If you missed it, it can still be seen on re-runs.

    Other toy videos I have contributed to the show can still be be seen on re-runs. They include a Charlie Weaver on Episode 71, and a Cragstan Antique Shaking Car on Episode 80.
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  • Latest Project Underway!
    Well, it appears I cannot sit idle for very long. The new publication I have started and will be completed in the near future is titled "Project Charlie - A Complete Repair Guide for the "Charlie Weaver " Battery Powered Bartender". Why this guide when there is already a Charlie Weaver Tutorial in my "Batteries Not Included" Repair Guide? Because this guide will be an extended and more in-depth version of the tutorial. I will keep you posted on its progress and will answer any questions you may have about it. Thanks, Grandpa
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  • Repair Tip of the Month!
    Submitted by llgall05:

    Remove glued clothing easy
    I use a steamer to soften the glue on the fabric, to remove the clothes on toys. No more using a knife and cutting fabric. Some of the steamers are pricey, but worth it not to ruin the clothes. Just heat it up and peel it apart.

    If you know a repair tip please share it with us under "Battery Toy Repair". It could help others and may also be featured here as the "Tip of the Month".
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  • Introduce Yourself!
    Tell us all about you - your location, your interest in vintage toys, about your collection if you are a collector, other hobbies, or anything else you would like to share.
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    Last post by Grandpa View the latest post
    Wed Mar 27, 2013 2:56 pm
  • Open Discussion
    Post comments, ask questions, start a new topic, discuss anything you are interested in, as it pertains to battery toys.
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    Last post by Grandpa View the latest post
    Thu Nov 01, 2012 11:07 am
  • Battery Toy Repair
    All repair questions, answers, tips or advice are welcome here.
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    Mon Jan 21, 2013 12:07 pm
  • Can You Identify This Toy?
    If you have a toy that you need information about post it here. Hopefully, someone will be able to provide information about it for you.
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    Last post by joe View the latest post
    Fri May 17, 2013 2:57 pm
  • Classified Ads
    Buying or Selling Toys, Parts, etc? If you have toys or parts for sale you can advertise here absolutely free. You can even add pictures. You can also advertise your websites or eBay listings here. If you repair toys, you can advertise here. If you are looking for a particular toy or need parts you can post a Want Ad here. To post an Ad just enter this section, click on "New Topic", and enter the information. That's it, you're done!
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    Last post by RUDEDOG View the latest post
    Thu May 09, 2013 1:58 pm
  • Exchange Links
    If you have a website most likely you would like to increase the number of hits it is getting. One of the best ways is to exchange links with people that have similar websites. That is commonly known. What is lesser known is that the more links you have on your website the more likely it is to show up when someone does a search on Google. Here you can let others know if you would like to exchange links.
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    Sun Jan 29, 2012 6:25 pm
  • Suggestion Box
    If you have any suggestions for additions you would like to see, or improvements to the forum, your input is appreciated. Remember, I am here to serve you.
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  • Support Your Club and Forum!
    I plan to keep the Club with its associated Forum up and running as long as there is continued interest, and I can afford it. There are no fees to join or dues to our members. However, If you would like to help defray some of the expense involved with its operation, any contribution is greatly appreciated. Just click on the PayPal "Donate" button below to show your support. All donations are kept private. Thank you!
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