1984 Dodge D100 Pickup

1984 Dodge D100 Short Bed Pickup There's in excess of 332 sq. ft. of rust fighting galvanized steel surface in a full sized Dodge pickup. More than any Chevy pickup. Any Ford pickup. Any full sized Ford Bronco. Any full size Chevy Blazer. One more reason 92% of all Dodge trucks built in the last ten years are still on the road. According to the latest R.L. Polk & Co. registration figures. And one powerful reason why Dodge can give you this extensive rust through protection warranty at now extra cost. At Dodge, we don't just talk tough. We prove it. From the 1984 sales brochure. For consignment, a 1984 Dodge D100 short bed pickup showing 76,811 miles, but the true miles are unknown. Born with a slant six, this baby now houses a 318ci V8 with a 4-barrel and hunkers down over Torque Thrust wheels. ***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 Some nice custom touches create a unique presentation, beginning with the two tone application of copper paint over Beige Sand in shiny two stage coverage. The center of the hood and the cab's lid are in contrasting copper as in the tailgate insert with the iconic Dodge Ram stamped into the steel. Up front, the headlight bezels have been painted flat black for a slightly sinister look and the ram hood ornament is head down, ready to buck forward. Side mirrors now reside at the top of the A-pillar but perhaps our favorite feature is the exhaust tips cut into the rear fender. That custom touch however, may be outdone by the stunning wood on the bed and even with a few scratches, it, and the stainless rails, is very attractive. 15-inch American Racing Torque Thrust wheels carry slightly staggered tires with a late 2020 date code. Imperfections include some patina at the rocker seam, some flaking paint and bubbling low on a panel, and a tail light lens that's cracked. Otherwise, the paint is in nice condition. Interior Brown and beige is the logical inside palette that begins on the door panels which gives a slight rugged vibe and has the patina to back it up, but both are fully intact. The brown vinyl bench is in immaculate condition, accented by beige seat belts and facing a wood rimmed steering wheel with three spokes and a glossy finish. Up front, the standard instrument cluster is backed by simulated wood and augmented by a trio of Sunpro gauges in the center and a tachometer perched on the dash. A Sony AM/FM/CD player rocks the tunes and talk radio, and a Hurst automatic shifter rows the truck into gear sitting atop a makeshift base. Like the dash pad, the tan carpet below shows a touch of patina but the painted ceiling is clean and the full width rear view mirror gives you a global view of what's behind. Drivetrain Chrome valve covers and heat wrapped headers dress up the clean engine bay where we find a 318ci V8 topped by an Edlebrock intake manifold and 4-barrel carburetor. Behind it, a 3 speed automatic sends power to an 8 ¼ inch rear with 3.23 gears. We note a brake booster and an aluminum radiator in the bay as well. Undercarriage Clean and driver quality underneath where the headers give way to dual exhaust and FlowMaster mufflers before exiting through the body on the sides. There are no catalytic converters on board. Brakes consist of power disc up front and power drums in the back and the lowered suspension includes front coil springs and front control arms from a van, and rear leaf springs with a rear axle flip. Drive-Ability You don't have to step up to get into this truck, which is a nice feature and it rides like a car as well. The 318 fires up with a healthy exhaust note that might be best heard in a tunnel as the side exits make their music. The truck has adequate power, tracks straights, stops, turns, and handles well overall. We note the headlights, tu