Project Vintage Adventure 1953 Dodge Power Wagon

[Wade Trimble]

Ok so I'm brand new to Overland Bound. I live in Lloydminster Alberta, Canada. I have been into off-roading for 20yrs. I've had a few years away from the trails but now want to introduce my family to it. I am hoping to have my truck completed by next summer. Plans is to hit up some trails in Alberta as well as British Columbia, and then venture farther.
The Plan
1953 Dodge Power Wagon.
- Strengthen Frame
- 12 valve cummins, 5 speed, NP205, dana 60/70, locked, on 40" tires
- custom roll cage in bed for safety and to support a canvas cover, add a bench seat in the bed, roof rack to hold a RTT and gear.
I am 12 months into the build so far.

 

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Heres the truck when I brought it home.

 

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[ibemarcus]

Ok so I'm brand new to Overland Bound. I live in Lloydminster Alberta, Canada. I have been into off-roading for 20yrs. I've had a few years away from the trails but now want to introduce my family to it. I am hoping to have my truck completed by next summer. Plans is to hit up some trails in Alberta as well as British Columbia, and then venture farther.
The Plan
1953 Dodge Power Wagon.
- Strengthen Frame
- 12 valve cummins, 5 speed, NP205, dana 60/70, locked, on 40" tires
- custom roll cage in bed for safety and to support a canvas cover, add a bench seat in the bed, roof rack to hold a RTT and gear.
I am 12 months into the build so far.

I’ve been into Hot Rods and Classic Trucks for 20 years. I’ve always had a passion for older vehicles. You’re combining two things that get me excited. [emoji16] Good luck with your build! Would love to see pics! My Instagram accounts are @ima_b_marcus and @_overland_america_


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[ibemarcus]

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Nice work! [emoji1360][emoji1360]


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[Wade Trimble]

Ford F250 steering box, TMR Customs build your own kit.

 

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1998 Cummins 12 Valve P7100 and NV4500 5 Speed

 

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Firewall and Floor mods

 

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Double Transmission/Tcase cross members.

 

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Body mock up before paint and body work starts.

 

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Found a way better box and tailgate

 

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body work has started

 

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Frame painted, engine resealed, trans resealed, new clutch, tcase resealed, all painted.

 

[Wade Trimble]

Saw this on social media at a rally. Kind of the idea i'm going for. I'll have a canvas cover, with a roof rack above it for the tent and gear. Inside their will be a full rollcage with another seat mounted so I can bring the kids along on some day trips

 

[mylilpwny]

Very nice. Love the old power wagons and 12v Cummins are my all time favorite engine. Not sure how much you know about that motor but make sure that you look into fixing the kdp (killer dowel pin) since even into 98 there were still issues with this. I had a 97 12v and miss that truck every day (although my current truck makes it not so bad lol).

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[Wade Trimble]

Very nice. Love the old power wagons and 12v Cummins are my all time favorite engine. Not sure how much you know about that motor but make sure that you look into fixing the kdp (killer dowel pin) since even into 98 there were still issues with this. I had a 97 12v and miss that truck every day (although my current truck makes it not so bad lol).

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Thanks. You bet I just completed the KDP fix . Also adding 3200rpm gov spring, fuel plate, 75hp injectors, and all the free tuning. Gonna stick with stock turbo for now.

 

[armymgdude]

Very well done. I'm jealous, I am a lifelong power wagon lover. Great drivetrain combo and looks like you've got some skills in fab work. I wish I could build my 58 power wagon, but I already have a 07 power wagon and a jeep Rubicon that take all my money and time.

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[Wade Trimble]

Very well done. I'm jealous, I am a lifelong power wagon lover. Great drivetrain combo and looks like you've got some skills in fab work. I wish I could build my 58 power wagon, but I already have a 07 power wagon and a jeep Rubicon that take all my money and time.

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Thank You. I'm trying to build it with reliability in mind.