1953 Dodge Other Pickups

Pilothouse Pickup truck

6 - Cyl.

Manual

Gasoline

1953 DODGE ½ Ton Short Bed Pilot-house (B Series) Truck The truck I have for sale is a rare Pilot- house series truck. These trucks were only produced for a very short time. The first one rolled off the assembly line in 1948. The 1953 model was the end of the era for these unbelievable trucks. The history of these trucks: This was the first new truck models since 1939. The name came from the industry first cab with increased glass for better visibility and a higher, more spacious cab. The engines were moved forward and the front axles were moved back for better weight distribution as well as a shorter wheelbase, moving from 116" down to 108". This, along with a redesigned axle steering design gave these trucks a tighter turning radius, and a more comfortable ride. The cargo bed sides were made higher to allow a 40% increase in capacity. The truck cab could now seat 3 men with 2.5 inches more height, 6 inches more width and 3 inches added in length. The cab was mounted on rubber mounts also for an improved ride. The long hooded aerodynamic look of previous models was giving way to better balance for the truck and comfort for the riders. In 1950 more new features were added such as the 3-speed shift lever was relocated to the steering column instead of on the floor. The trucks G.V.W. were increased from 7,500 lbs. to 8,000 lbs. And the front end was redesigned. 1953 brought many new changes for these trucks. The "truck-o-matic" transmission, a fully automatic transmission was available for 1/2 and 3/4 ton models. A longer 7 1/2 foot bed became available, which would increase the wheelbase to 116 inches. And the new wide "stepside" rear fenders were added, which would continue to be used by Dodge up until the 80's. Serial Number: 82305121 Built in San Leandro, California B – 4B – 108: B= B Series 4= before 5/1/1954 B= ½ Ton Pickup 108= 108” Wheelbase Engine: 217 CU. In 97 Gross HP @ 3600 RPM Actual history of truck: This truck is a 60,000-mile original truck with only one modification from being original. The 6 volt power system has been converted to 12 volt for a much more reliable system with quicker starts. The truck has a history of only two owners and both of them from the same town. There is some documentation that will come with the truck showing the complete frame off restoration that was recently performed along with original paperwork from when vehicle was sod new. These are the original colors for this truck and once again, nothing has been modified to change the look of the truck since new. I welcome all questions and comments. I also ask all serious bidders to please come view this wonderful truck in person. If this is not an option, a third party evaluation or my past feedback as a seller of classic vehicles should help with your buying decision. The vehicle is a classic and will be sold with no warranty. I ask all bidders to please have all things in order before you bid. Please make sure any other person needed in the buying decision is aware of your actions. I don’t want to have any issues after the sale. Thank you for looking and good luck with your bidding…. Please Wait: I have 50 + pictures that will download