For Sale at Auction: 1978 Dodge Power Wagon in Scottsdale, Arizona

This 1978 Dodge Power Wagon pickup with the Adventure Package is powered by its rebuilt original 318ci V8 engine completed by PDL Performance Repair in Choteau, MT. The engine rebuild included a .030 overbore, crankshaft turned .010/.010, new cam bearings, soft plugs, oil pump, timing chain, piston rings, rod and main bearings, thermostat, original cylinder heads with a three-angle valve job, RV camshaft, new lifters, aluminum 4-barrel intake manifold and an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor. Power is delivered through the original 4-speed manual transmission and original transfer case with full-time four-wheel drive, supported by a new clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing and pilot bushing. The chassis and suspension were refreshed with brand-new suspension components, new shocks, a complete front-end rebuild, new axle seals throughout, a new steering pump and a new steering gearbox. Braking components include new front brake pads and rotors, along with rebuilt rear drum brakes. The exterior received fresh paint and undercarriage refurbishment, and the truck retains OEM wheels fitted with new 31-inch off-road tires. Other updates include a new heater core and a factory block heater. Additional features include a new wood bed with polished fasteners and hardware. The restoration was completed in Scottsdale, AZ, by Melrose Mechanic in 2025.