Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Power Wagon shopping experience:
1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Power Wagon offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Power Wagon at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.
2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about
3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Power Wagon? Wrong! If the Power Wagon is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.
4. Questions - Got a question about Power Wagon then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....
5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Power Wagon? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Power Wagon and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.
6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Power Wagon wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.
7. Feedback - happy with your Power Wagon then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.
8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Power Wagon site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site
9. Contact - got a question about Power Wagon, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.
10. Payment - ready to pay for your Power Wagon, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.
The
Dodge Power Wagon was a four wheel drive
pickup truck produced from
1945 through 1969. This early version was based on a military truck and is a predecessor to the many four wheel drive pickups in use today.
History
The civilian Power Wagon was introduced in 1946. It was based on the 3/4-ton Army truck's chassis with a civilian cab and a purpose designed 8-foot cargo box. It had a 126 in (3200
mm) wheelbase chassis and featured the 230 cubic-inch flat head six engine, a two-speed transfer case, a 4-speed transmission with a power take off opening which would send power to the front and back of the truck for operating auxiliary equipment and large 9.00/16-8 ply tires on 16X6.50 inch 5-stud wheels. In 1961 the 230 was replaced with the 251 cubic-inch flat head six.The nominal one-ton rated Power Wagon's
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) was 8,700 pounds. Its maximum payload was 3,000 pounds.
The Power Wagon was sold through the 1968
model year. A number of engineering and styling improvements were made over the years, but the basic package remained surprisingly constant throughout its life. Chrysler discontinued the sale of the Power Wagon in the
United States after the 1968 model year because its almost 30 year old cab would not comply with new federal light-duty truck safety regulations, but they continued to be built for export through the 1978 model year.
The first light-duty Power Wagons came out in 1957 with the introduction of the W100 and W200 pickups (beginning in 1957 1/2-ton 2WDs were D100s and 4WDs were W100s). These trucks featured conventional cabs and front sheet metal and the cargo boxes used on the 2WD models. Their 4WD mechanical components -- axles, transfer cases and transmissions -- were sourced from outside manufacturers. Chrysler Corporation owned the New Process Gear Company, the manufacturer of all the transfer cases used in the industry and many of the light-duty truck transmissions.
A one-ton W300 Power Wagon was released in 1958. For the next ten years the Power Wagon lineup consisted of the "military-type" W300M, and the W100, W200, and W300 "civilian-type" Power Wagons. Standard models included pickups and chassis cabs only. Through 1966, W100 Power Wagon Town Panels and Town Wagons were also standard models. In 1966 a W200 Crew Cab pickup was added to the line.
The two-ton W500 Power Wagon (only a chassis cab was built) was introduced in 1956 as the C3-HW, and lasted through the 1971 model year. This was replaced in 1972 with the W600 (also cab and chassis only), which was produced until 1977, when all Dodge medium-duty models were discontinued. To compensate for the loss of the medium-duty W600 a new W400 chassis cab was introduced in 1977.
The Power Wagon nameplate was discontinued in 1981 with the introduction of the
Dodge Ram, with the four-wheel-drive models being sold under the "Power Ram" nameplate through
1993.
Military Power Wagons
- WWII service: The Weapons Carrier (WC) series of 1/2, 3/4, and 1 ton trucks. Used by all services for carrying troops and supplies.
- Korea (1952) and on: The Dodge M37 3/4 ton truck plus the B1* variant. Mainly used by the US Marine Corps, for every purpose.
- The M37 was also used by Canada
B1*- Main difference between the M37 and the M37B1 is the mounting of the spare tire on the driver side door
Marine Corps Modifications
The United States Marine Corps used the M37 3/4 ton truck extensively. They modified the trucks in different ways.Factory Modifications:
- Fully rigged for deep-water fording (waterproofed-engine and electrical system, provisions for snorkel attachment)
- Lift points welded on to front bumper
- Tail light guards with rear lift hooks
- Hood handle
Special Purpose Military Dodge 3/4 Ton Trucks
- M152 Radio Truck
- M43 Ambulance
2005 - Present
For
2005, Dodge resurrected the Power Wagon name on a version of the Dodge Ram. It is a special off-road version of the Ram 2500 with a 5.7L
Chrysler Hemi engine#5.7 V8 as the only engine option. Specialties of the model include: electronically controlled locking front and rear
differential (mechanics), an electronically-disconnecting sway bar, an integrated Warn winch, clearance lights, black fender flares, exclusive 17" wheels, Power Wagon badging (doors & tailgate), larger BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A tires, and an overall increase in ride height.
Interior options range from vinyl up through leather, however the configuration is only available as a regular cab with 8' bed or a Quad Cab with the 6.5' bed.
External links
- Dodge Power Wagon Page
- Dodge Power Wagon forums & magazine page
- 1961-71 Dodge Truck Website(Power Wagon)
- Eric's Power Wagon Page
- 3G Power Wagon Registry (2005 and up)
The
Dodge Power Wagon was a four wheel drive
pickup truck produced from
1945 through 1969. This early version was based on a military truck and is a predecessor to the many four wheel drive pickups in use today.
History
The civilian Power Wagon was introduced in 1946. It was based on the 3/4-ton Army truck's chassis with a civilian cab and a purpose designed 8-foot cargo box. It had a 126 in (3200
mm) wheelbase chassis and featured the 230 cubic-inch flat head six engine, a two-speed transfer case, a 4-speed transmission with a power take off opening which would send power to the front and back of the truck for operating auxiliary equipment and large 9.00/16-8 ply tires on 16X6.50 inch 5-stud wheels. In 1961 the 230 was replaced with the 251 cubic-inch flat head six.The nominal one-ton rated Power Wagon's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) was 8,700 pounds. Its maximum payload was 3,000 pounds.
The Power Wagon was sold through the 1968 model year. A number of engineering and styling improvements were made over the years, but the basic package remained surprisingly constant throughout its life.
Chrysler discontinued the sale of the Power Wagon in the United States after the 1968 model year because its almost 30 year old cab would not comply with new federal light-duty truck safety regulations, but they continued to be built for export through the 1978 model year.
The first light-duty Power Wagons came out in 1957 with the introduction of the W100 and W200 pickups (beginning in 1957 1/2-ton 2WDs were D100s and 4WDs were W100s). These trucks featured conventional cabs and front sheet metal and the cargo boxes used on the 2WD models. Their 4WD mechanical components -- axles, transfer cases and transmissions -- were sourced from outside manufacturers. Chrysler Corporation owned the New Process Gear Company, the manufacturer of all the transfer cases used in the industry and many of the light-duty truck transmissions.
A one-ton W300 Power Wagon was released in 1958. For the next ten years the Power Wagon lineup consisted of the "military-type" W300M, and the W100, W200, and W300 "civilian-type" Power Wagons. Standard models included pickups and chassis cabs only. Through 1966, W100 Power Wagon Town Panels and Town Wagons were also standard models. In 1966 a W200 Crew Cab pickup was added to the line.
The two-ton W500 Power Wagon (only a chassis cab was built) was introduced in 1956 as the C3-HW, and lasted through the 1971 model year. This was replaced in 1972 with the W600 (also cab and chassis only), which was produced until 1977, when all Dodge medium-duty models were discontinued. To compensate for the loss of the medium-duty W600 a new W400 chassis cab was introduced in 1977.
The Power Wagon nameplate was discontinued in
1981 with the introduction of the Dodge Ram, with the four-wheel-drive models being sold under the "Power Ram" nameplate through 1993.
Military Power Wagons
- WWII service: The Weapons Carrier (WC) series of 1/2, 3/4, and 1 ton trucks. Used by all services for carrying troops and supplies.
- Korea (1952) and on: The Dodge M37 3/4 ton truck plus the B1* variant. Mainly used by the US Marine Corps, for every purpose.
- The M37 was also used by Canada
B1*- Main difference between the M37 and the M37B1 is the mounting of the spare tire on the driver side door
Marine Corps Modifications
The United States Marine Corps used the M37 3/4 ton truck extensively. They modified the trucks in different ways.Factory Modifications:
- Fully rigged for deep-water fording (waterproofed-engine and electrical system, provisions for snorkel attachment)
- Lift points welded on to front bumper
- Tail light guards with rear lift hooks
- Hood handle
Special Purpose Military Dodge 3/4 Ton Trucks
- M152 Radio Truck
- M43 Ambulance
2005 - Present
For 2005, Dodge resurrected the Power Wagon name on a version of the Dodge Ram. It is a special off-road version of the Ram 2500 with a 5.7L
Chrysler Hemi engine#5.7 V8 as the only engine option. Specialties of the model include: electronically controlled locking front and rear differential (mechanics), an electronically-disconnecting
sway bar, an integrated Warn winch, clearance lights, black fender flares, exclusive 17" wheels, Power Wagon badging (doors & tailgate), larger BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A tires, and an overall increase in ride height.
Interior options range from vinyl up through leather, however the configuration is only available as a regular cab with 8' bed or a Quad Cab with the 6.5' bed.
External links
- Dodge Power Wagon Page
- Dodge Power Wagon forums & magazine page
- 1961-71 Dodge Truck Website(Power Wagon)
- Eric's Power Wagon Page
- 3G Power Wagon Registry (2005 and up)
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