Vehicle Description
1949 Dodge Pickup
The B-series pickup trucks were sold from 1948 to 1953. They
replaced the prewar Dodge truck and were replaced by the Dodge C
series in 1954. The B-series trucks came in several different
variants. The B1-B were �-ton trucks standard with a 95 hp
flathead-straight-six engine.
For consignment a mid restoration vehicle that has all the exterior
work performed and buttoned up but will need the finish off on the
interior. A new 383ci V8 Mopar engine, bagged and slammed
suspension, a chopped top and some snazzy 15-inch shiny wheels.
This project can be an easy handoff for the future buyer to
complete. Not unlike a running play from Bob Griese to Kick or
Csonka that ends in SCORE!
Exterior
Lets' take the original Dodge pickup and chop the top 2 inches.
Then we are going to smooth over any faults and remediate any rust
there may be invading any steel and clean it up. How about
fabricating a new rear roll pan to incorporate the exhaust that the
new 383ci Dodge engine will create and shave the rear bumper. Then
after all this custom bodywork, bathe it in Dodge Inferno Red that
is miles deep. Re-chrome a few trim bars upfront on the grille,
re-chrome the window surround for the front split windshield, add
on some nifty bullet style taillight casings that hang from either
side, smooth over the running boards, redux the bed in IPE hardwood
using the sapwood and heartwood for added effect then polish that
to perfection. Add on some nifty 50's wheel coverings and wrap them
in black wall rubber keeping the size down to 205/75R15 and slam
the suspension. That will be one cool creation, and it is right
here in our hallowed halls, ripe like a shiny apple for the
picking!
Interior
How about using the Inferno Red to coat the dash, move the
instruments to the center panel and give them some shiny chrome
bezels, add in some power windows, (switches and wiring installed
but sans regulators, motors and glass), within all red painted
doors. Also front the dash with a wild half rimmed wood and
remainder black padded leather and chromed rally steering wheel,
add in some billet styled pedals and then...HAULT! This beauty will
need some door panels, a new bench and carpeting with some
headliner and interior vertical surface lining and the interior
will be complete, on a build that is already awesome! Think of all
the possibilities for this restoration-modded iconic white hat
pickup.
Drivetrain
Flipping the center hinged hood reveals the beautiful machined and
polished creation in the form of a 383ci V8. It has Edelbrock
aluminum heads, and Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold, and throw
on some dual Edelbrock 4-barrel carbs to feed this hungry and
beautiful mill. Meanwhile make sure all surfaces are polished or
left as is on the casting texture, add in some yellow high voltage
wiring, a new radiator and all polished brake reservoir and a
polished firewall and we have machine eye candy under this awesome
hood. Oh, and don't forget the 5-speed manual Richmond tranny
strapped to the back of this gorgeous mill.
Undercarriage
Independent airbags suspension is on front, and a 4 link with
airbags is on back so one can adjust the ride height to low and
slow or nearly normal for the high-speed cruise. Dual Flowmaster
exhaust snakes its way past a solid black shiny frame, and a Dana
60 rear pumpkin. Also note all the new electrics for the airbags
neatly installed and near perfect body hangers seen in the running
board area. The underside of the IPE looks fab as well within the
black field. Also noted are front disc brakes and rear drums all
power now!
Drive-Ability
This truck fires up with a low roar, and is ready to take off to
the test track. Here it performed well with good handling, airbags
infinitely variable, and smooth shifting. All was working that was
installed. Smoke 'em if ya got 'em and it definitely does!
Plenty of WOW factor with the paint, and body mods very tastefully
done to preserve the original Dodge boys look, but yet a modern
touch. The slamming of the air bag suspension is awesome, and the
mechanicals and drivetrain are near perfect on looks and working
ability to prove; this truck forward. Just a few areas to be left
to the new owner to utilize their creative license, but be warned,
the standards set on this resto are very high, so put your creative
cap on straight and finish it off for a real showpiece, right in
your driveway. What say you Mr. White Hat resto-mod trucker??!
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
