1986 Dodge D250 Pickup

The D/W series is a line of pickup trucks that was sold by Dodge from October 1960 to September 30, 1993.  The same basic design was retained until the October 1993 introduction of a completely redesigned Ram.  The D/W series shared its AD platform with the Dodge Ramcharger/Plymouth Trail Duster twins.  4x2 models were designated D, while 4x4 models were designated W.

For consignment, a 1986 version of the Ram White Hat pickup in the form of a D250.  This one shows some rust on various panels, nifty side pipes, a bed covering and a Ram ram hood ornament.  Our consignor states the engine was rebuilt at 100K mile marker and now has 36K clocked on it.  Medium Tan Metallic paint, and a mixed broadcloth and vinyl interior.  Yup!  Here we go. Cue the dancing noodle!

***Due to modifications of the emissions control devices installed by the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and federal laws to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on public highways in your area.***  

Exterior
Starting with the iconic Dodge aluminum grille with its egg crate center, single headlight on either side and bumper below sporting some fog lighting mounted on either side.  Areas of invasive rust are seen on the Metallic Tan paint especially around wheel wells, front quarter panels on the post wheel well lowers, and on back wheel wells.  The paint is decent and there is a black vinyl bed covering.  This hides a plastic covered bed liner which is showing as dirty however with no cracks.  The paint holds its shine, and chrome on the back needs some restoration as it's showing rust and may have been hit on the drivers side causing a sag.  Correct badging and raised white letter tires are wrapping gray steel 8 bolt wheels on all corners.  Note, on the rockers are chromed side pipes 

Interior
All factory design with Metallic Tan framing and tan stitched faux leather vinyl.  Some dirt and wear are showing as well, and inside a light tan vinyl bolstered long bench with broadcloth inserts showing soiling is seen.  Fronting this bench is a factory dash in tan surrounds and black square and rectangle inserts housing gauges and climate controls.  There is a peppering of aftermarket gauges on the steering column and attached to the dash top hanging down within view of the driver.  On the central hump now resides a custom made console CB radio and Cd player.  The wood box is showing some wear.  Textured rubber covers the floors and some nifty Dodge badged and triangle adorned floor mats are all in.  The headliner is steel painted Metallic Tan, and there is a full rear glass in the back of the cab.

Drivetrain
Under the hood is a 318ci V8 that has an Edlebrick intake and 4 barrel carburetor and an A727 Torqueflite 3 speed automatic transmission on back.  A 9.25 rear axle is on and headers feed the shiny side pipes.

Undercarriage
Fairly clean and mostly unremarkable on the rust front, save for a structural steel dual bar that runs just in front of the rear  bumper and that is showing invasive rust and some bending.  Rockers are clean, and independent coil springs are reserved for the fins, and leaf springs for the rear.  Power disc braking is on front, and power drums for the back. 

Drive-Ability
The old Dodge right up and ran like a champ in the test track.  The reverse lights do not light, the factory radio does not belt out tunes, and the aftermarket radio takes a bit to come on, but midway through my test drive it began to belt out my favorite Andy Williams tunes.  

Some dents and dings, some surface rust, and indeed some invasive rust which should be remediated fairly easily, this classic D series truck is a 2 wheel drive version.

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1-USA
B-Dodge
7-Truck
H-6001 Thru 7000 GVWR
D-2 Wheel Drive
2-3/4 Ton
4-Standard Cab
T-5.2L V8 2bbl
7-Check Digit
G-1986
S-Warren, MI Assy Plant
029985-Sequential Unit Number  

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