Power Wagon is an ideal name for classic trucks like this restored and updated 1953 Dodge Power Wagon B-4 PW flatbed. The Power Wagon was refurbished in the early 2000s as part of a high school project for the current owner, who reacquired it in 2.
- A Ford 347-cu.in. stroker crate motor replaced the original L-head six-cylinder.
- A Blue Print Ford engine was installed in 2024
- A Holley aluminum intake manifold is mated to a Holley carburetor.
- Exhaust headers have been heat wrapped.
- An aluminum radiator helps keep the engine cool.
- An updated 5-speed manual transmission handles gear changes.
- A Hurst shifter is mounted on the floor.
- A dual-range transfer case and a locking 5.83:1 rear end provide climbing power.
- A power take-off is part of the truck’s utility factor.
- Blue paint covers the cab but it’s not perfect, per the seller.
- A little rust has been noted by the seller.
- A custom built flatbed has been equipped with storage boxes.
- Diamond plate covers the truck’s bed.
- Removable side rails increase utility.
- A sturdy grille guard protects the headlights and radiator.
- A massive front bumper houses a winch.
- Both a gooseneck hitch and an integrated receiver hitch are on the truck.
- Cowhide upholstery covers the bench seat.
- Sound deadening material was added to the cab.
- A Uniden CB radio was mounted beneath the dashboard.
- Auxiliary gauges are from Auto Meter.
- Front disc brakes were added.
- Wheel size is 17-inches.
- Goodyear Wrangler tires are size 37×12.50R17LT.
- No additional parts or accessories are included.
- No problems or issues have been reported by the seller.
- A Ford crate engine displacing 347-cu.in. has replaced the original engine.
- A 5-speed manual transmission handles gear changes.
- A custom flatbed has storage boxes and gas can holders.
- Cowhide covers the bench seat.
- Stopping power was upgraded with front disc brakes.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean California title in the owner’s name. The seller is assisting the owner to get the vehicle listed online. This 1953 Dodge Power Wagon B-4 PW flatbed 4×4 truck was previously restored in the early 2000s and recently further upgraded with a Ford 347-cu. in. V8 and a 5-speed transmission.