1988 Dodge Ram 50 ( A rebranded Mitsubishi Mighty Max) This truck has been practically rebuilt from the ground up. The custom wooden bed and bumpers where my husband's idea to make it unique. My brother has been using it to move from one house to another the past 3 months. It has been totally reliable.
Vehicle Specifications and Custom Details
🔧 Make / Model: Dodge Ram 50
- Year: 1988
- Body Style: Compact Pickup Truck (Regular Cab, Standard Bed)
- Odometer: 183,506 miles, but new Mitsubishi motor dropped in 08/2021
- Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD);
- Engine Options:
- 2.0L Inline-4 (8-valve SOHC) – ~92 hp
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- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Manual (standard)
- Fuel System: Carbureted
- Fuel Type: Gasoline
- Towing Capacity: ~2,000 lbs (when properly equipped)
- Max Payload: ~1,400–1,500 lbs
- Curb Weight: ~2,600–3,000 lbs depending on trim and drivetrain
🧊 HVAC / Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning: Originally equipped, A/C belt has been removed (not currently functional)
🪵 Custom Features
- Bed: Custom wooden truck bed (non-factory)
- Bumpers: Custom front and rear bumpers
- These features are unique modifications, for restoration purposes.
💵 Service History
- Repairs & Maintenance: Over $10,000 in documented repairs
- Receipts available (potentially valuable for resale or appraisals)
📏 Dimensions
- Overall Length: ~184–193 inches
- Width: ~65 inches
- Height: ~60 inches
- Wheelbase: ~108.3 inches
