This video compares what made the 1960 and 1961 Dodge D100 pickup trucks so different from one another. It was a LOT more than fresh sheet metal. Watch and see.
Love watching Steve's videos! I'm not really a Dodge guy, but I watch and find it interesting anyway. Steve helps me to increase my knowledge of vehicles and venture into areas I would not normally explore, and I'm loving every minute of it! Thanks Steve!
Love the sweptlines -- drove a '67 D100 long bed in high school, slant six and three-on-the-tree. My dad paid $400 for it, was a former rural mail delivery truck. Had big orange blinky lights on the roof and a spotlight, rusted out floor, and went through oil like nobody's business. Also would not go over 70mph, no matter how long I had it floored, so probably good move on dad's part. :-)
The regularity of your videos is refreshing again as it shows that you're getting closer to going back into the junkyard again. As stated last time: No VIN, can't win, but some can be figured out, no doubt: 1961 Dodge Truck: 11 for D-100, 6 for six cylinder equipped or 8 for 8 cylinder equipped, 1 or 2 for Warren Truck, Warren, MI assembly or 6 for Windsor Ontario Canada or 7 for Missouri Truck assembly and the rest is the production sequence starting with 10000 for 1961. Warren Truck opened in 1938 and still operates today under Stellantis and was known as "Dodge City". Windsor, Ontario Canada also still operates under Stellantis and opened in 1928 and has been the primary minivan plant for a number of years. Missouri Truck was part of the St. Louis, MO assembly plant complex (actually Fenton, MO) and opened in 1959 and closed in 2009. Possible code DT3116 Toreador Red and DT1280 Sand Dune White. 1960 Dodge Truck: 0 for 1960 model year, (or sometimes "P"), 6 for six cylinder equipped or 8 for eight cylinder equipped, D for 2WD or W for 4WD, 1 for 1/2 ton rated, L for Light Duty and the rest is the production sequence. There was a serial number and a "Parts Availability Number" used on the earlier trucks, but the serial number was what most titles and registrations would have had. 1960 appears to have the same paint codes if those were the original colors of the truck. Trucks back then were very functional, but I believe that they were quite striking and stylish, both back then and even today. For years trucks were often ignored, and today as you noted they are quite hot in the market. As someone else pointed out, that might be a 1962 and up truck as the grille is different than the 1961 model. 1962 and up VINs follow the 1961 style, but the production sequence started at 16000 and up to 23000 which started the 1963 model sequences.
Very informative. I watch junkyard gold often, with Steve. He is a walking encyclopedia of automotive knowledge. All brands, all cars, all trucks, all models , all options.
Awesome video, thank you sir 👍 I once had a 61 W500, 4 wheel drive with the poly 318. It was a 3/4 yard dump, I removed that, scooted up the Rockwell rear end 2 ft. and put an ex military ammo trailer on it. Changed to 12.00-20 tires. That truck was unstoppable
Well Steve, we met in Grand Forks, And a number of years ago. I can tell you that there is Plenty of room under the hood of a 1960 for a big block. I've had a few 440's, a 528 Hemi and currently a 605 Hemi in my 1960. Its the most fun a person can have and still keep your cloths on!
Hey Steve, it's such a good feeling to get my daily notice for a Steve mag video back again. Can't wait for the newbies.Get strong buddy, we'll be here:)
Not only did the 1960 cab and front clip design live on with the Dodge Town Panel, but the '60 Sweptside bed lived on as the bed on the Studebaker Champ compact pickup. Studebaker used the Dodge tooling as a cost saving measure when gearing up for the new Champ which used a cab based on the front of the 4dr Studebaker Lark. They didn't match up very well aesthetically, but as a Mopar guy, I dig that my '61 shortbox "Wrongbed" Champ has some obvious MOPAR DNA.
Ya may want to check the data plate on the one to the left, more like a 62, 63, or 64 model. The 1961 D100 had a flat mesh type of grill and didn't have a grill like this one until 1962. These were also known as four-eyes.
I said the same thing. That 61 grill is worth more than the truck if it was a 61. I have a 62 myself and would love to put a 61 grill in it because it was so rare.
Steve, back in 1978, my brother bought a used 65' Dodge Town Wagon like the one pictured at time 3:24. It was blue in color and came off the U.S. Air Force base that was established here in Newfoundland during the Second World War. It was a 4-wheel drive with 17" split rims..............a 225 cubic inch six cylinder and 4-speed. It had 4.88:1 gears. It was a stump puller! I was always confused about the Dodge trucks in the 60's because I remember his was a 65' model..............yet other 65' models had the flat hood! Thanks for clearing this up!
There may be something to that Dart “high school stoner car” thing. Back in the 70s, my dad was a cop working undercover narcotics. For a while, his undercover vehicle was an old compact Dart, slant six, auto with several yards of beer can pull tabs (remember those?) made into a chain hanging off the rear view mirror.
@@goratgo1970 Alas, my Dart was pretty nutless. It was just the 6 cyl model, but it did come with an 8 track player. Man, that was a lot of years ago. Also, I'm pretty old.
Shame we didn’t bump into each other in Stirling when you went to uni, I could have shown you our junkyards, and the model kit shop, glad you are getting stronger, as always look forward to being educated buddy.
i remember seeing these trucks around the old belt saw mill,,,,the mill was ran by a 360 out of an old Monaco station wagon..my dad pressed the paper pulley on the pinion of the automatic transmission was around 16 inches wide.that was in 1985...it had plenty power
Almost bought a 63 years ago. It had a push button automatic and a slant 6. My dad thought he was asking to much considing the condition she was in. So we passed on. ❤
We're all pulling for Steve, but he's already rounded 3rd, he's going to be just fine. I bet a day with Steve in the junkyard would be absolutely amazing, except when you're trying to finally leave for the day he just won't stop pulling you aside to teach you something new. That said, I'd still love to "win a day with Steve" some time! Love the content!
GM did a similar thing when the new 1988 pick up trucks came out, but the Suburban and Chevrolet / GMC cab and chassis were in such high demand General Motors couldn't afford to shut down those vehicle lines to retool for the new body style.
First Steve man it is great to see you again. I sincerely hope all is well with you. I had a '70 Dodge D100 pretty much same as that '61, except my box. Thing I thought was strange buut came in handy the hood goes straight up. You can pull the engine without taking off the 500 pound hood.
Hope you're improving Steve! I think the father on Timmy and Lassie had a '58 or '59 Dodge pickup. It was a one ton indicated by the heavy duty wheels.
Trucks have been my everyday transportation since 1990, plus my company ride was also a truck. It’s not that I’m really into them, but cars went in a direction that either didn’t work for me or just left me old. Up till then, it had been mostly A bodies, B bodies and one Y body. I never would have guessed I’d spend the greater part of my life driving pickups!
I've learned more about old trucks in 1 week, than I ever knew in 63 years on this earth - GREAT JOB, STEVE!
Me too fellow 63 yrs and counting.
Me Too, for another month anyways
Me to at 65....love this guy.
Sad Dodge is going Woke and not making the Hemi anymore. RIP Dodge.
We're all pulling for you Steve. Hope to see you back in the Junkyard soon
I never knew I wanted a truck week!
Thanks Steve ☺️
Enjoy!
We all know you will be back soon take care Steve we all pray for your health..
lol I always knew I wanted a truck week s! I would like jeep week, German, Japanese, etc. !!!
@@SteveMagnante we fans miss you Steve! Hope you’re doing better my friend!🙏
If only I could get more 👍 👍👍👍@@gulfy09
I always come away learning something from Steve. What a wealth of knowledge.
I pray for you Steve. May you recover as quickly as possible.
🙏🏻 he'll be fine ☺️
He'll be back in the scrap yard in summer like normal..
Love watching Steve's videos! I'm not really a Dodge guy, but I watch and find it interesting anyway. Steve helps me to increase my knowledge of vehicles and venture into areas I would not normally explore, and I'm loving every minute of it! Thanks Steve!
Love the sweptlines -- drove a '67 D100 long bed in high school, slant six and three-on-the-tree. My dad paid $400 for it, was a former rural mail delivery truck. Had big orange blinky lights on the roof and a spotlight, rusted out floor, and went through oil like nobody's business. Also would not go over 70mph, no matter how long I had it floored, so probably good move on dad's part. :-)
The regularity of your videos is refreshing again as it shows that you're getting closer to going back into the junkyard again. As stated last time:
No VIN, can't win, but some can be figured out, no doubt:
1961 Dodge Truck: 11 for D-100, 6 for six cylinder equipped or 8 for 8 cylinder equipped, 1 or 2 for Warren Truck, Warren, MI assembly or 6 for Windsor Ontario Canada or 7 for Missouri Truck assembly and the rest is the production sequence starting with 10000 for 1961. Warren Truck opened in 1938 and still operates today under Stellantis and was known as "Dodge City". Windsor, Ontario Canada also still operates under Stellantis and opened in 1928 and has been the primary minivan plant for a number of years. Missouri Truck was part of the St. Louis, MO assembly plant complex (actually Fenton, MO) and opened in 1959 and closed in 2009. Possible code DT3116 Toreador Red and DT1280 Sand Dune White.
1960 Dodge Truck: 0 for 1960 model year, (or sometimes "P"), 6 for six cylinder equipped or 8 for eight cylinder equipped, D for 2WD or W for 4WD, 1 for 1/2 ton rated, L for Light Duty and the rest is the production sequence. There was a serial number and a "Parts Availability Number" used on the earlier trucks, but the serial number was what most titles and registrations would have had. 1960 appears to have the same paint codes if those were the original colors of the truck.
Trucks back then were very functional, but I believe that they were quite striking and stylish, both back then and even today. For years trucks were often ignored, and today as you noted they are quite hot in the market.
As someone else pointed out, that might be a 1962 and up truck as the grille is different than the 1961 model. 1962 and up VINs follow the 1961 style, but the production sequence started at 16000 and up to 23000 which started the 1963 model sequences.
Good to see your handle as well sir ~ Chuck
@@charlesdalton985 Nice of you to say. Let's hope Mr. Magnante returns soon.
Sad Dodge is going Woke and not making the Hemi anymore. RIP Dodge. I agree. I also miss Steve. So glad he will be back soon.
Enjoying Truck week, Steve! Glad you have these to share as you continue on your trek to a full health recovery! Continued prayers and support!
Very informative. I watch junkyard gold often, with Steve. He is a walking encyclopedia of automotive knowledge. All brands, all cars, all trucks, all models , all options.
Love the truck vids Steve. Hope to see you back in the yard in the springtime!
When watching one of Steve's videos be sure to bring PEN & NOTEBOOK!!!
Beyond knowledge.. you're an icon in the automotive industry.. hands down , cheers from Vietnam..
Do they have any trucks like this in Vietnam? I believe I heard they exported them
Keep them coming!
Great history lesson again, Steve ❤
I watched some of the auction in Scottsdale, it's just not the same without Steve. I'd rather be here watching truck week.
I am glad I am getting the chance to revisit these videos.
Love that 60,I had forgot that style
🏆Steve 🏆 you rock 🍀welcome back 😎✌️
Agreed, on the classroom story,thumbs up great adventure video
always had the inclination to merge an old school 60's body with an updated chassis...gotta find that winning scratch ticket first though lol
Lock jaw is a good doggy.
Good job Steve...
Thanks Steve! I have a 71' W600 and I love the sweptline Dodge power wagons! Thanks for the history!
When Uncle Tony pointed out your health issue you had around 130k subs, now look 137k. Rally round Steve.
Working the algorithm.
Awesome video, thank you sir 👍 I once had a 61 W500, 4 wheel drive with the poly 318. It was a 3/4 yard dump, I removed that, scooted up the Rockwell rear end 2 ft. and put an ex military ammo trailer on it. Changed to 12.00-20 tires. That truck was unstoppable
Today's trucks will never end up in a scrap yard..
Well Steve, we met in Grand Forks, And a number of years ago. I can tell you that there is Plenty of room under the hood of a 1960 for a big block. I've had a few 440's, a 528 Hemi and currently a 605 Hemi in my 1960. Its the most fun a person can have and still keep your cloths on!
If memory serves me I remember these trucks selling new for less than $2000.
NIIICE TO SEE YOU OUT & ABOUT MR. MAGS
Hey Steve, it's such a good feeling to get my daily notice for a Steve mag video back again. Can't wait for the newbies.Get strong buddy, we'll be here:)
Not only did the 1960 cab and front clip design live on with the Dodge Town Panel, but the '60 Sweptside bed lived on as the bed on the Studebaker Champ compact pickup. Studebaker used the Dodge tooling as a cost saving measure when gearing up for the new Champ which used a cab based on the front of the 4dr Studebaker Lark. They didn't match up very well aesthetically, but as a Mopar guy, I dig that my '61 shortbox "Wrongbed" Champ has some obvious MOPAR DNA.
Ya may want to check the data plate on the one to the left, more like a 62, 63, or 64 model. The 1961 D100 had a flat mesh type of grill and didn't have a grill like this one until 1962. These were also known as four-eyes.
I said the same thing. That 61 grill is worth more than the truck if it was a 61. I have a 62 myself and would love to put a 61 grill in it because it was so rare.
Enjoy the content.
Get better soon we need more of your videos.
One of my first car memories is of those 'six-eyed' trucks. 😄
Love the old Dodge Trucks. Wraparound windshield and short bed is the best.l
Steve, back in 1978, my brother bought a used 65' Dodge Town Wagon like the one pictured at time 3:24. It was blue in color and came off the U.S. Air Force base that was established here in Newfoundland during the Second World War. It was a 4-wheel drive with 17" split rims..............a 225 cubic inch six cylinder and 4-speed. It had 4.88:1 gears. It was a stump puller! I was always confused about the Dodge trucks in the 60's because I remember his was a 65' model..............yet other 65' models had the flat hood! Thanks for clearing this up!
Man Steve, we all hope you’re doing well! We hope to see you back in the junkyard crawl soon in the near future.🙏❤️🩹
This one sparks joy......
There may be something to that Dart “high school stoner car” thing. Back in the 70s, my dad was a cop working undercover narcotics. For a while, his undercover vehicle was an old compact Dart, slant six, auto with several yards of beer can pull tabs (remember those?) made into a chain hanging off the rear view mirror.
You nailed it. Not only did I have a Dart, I was indeed a stoner.
Back when I was a stoner, too young to drive, but neighbor would come by in his black 70 Cuda, and with encouragement do a smoky burnout for us..
@@goratgo1970 Alas, my Dart was pretty nutless. It was just the 6 cyl model, but it did come with an 8 track player.
Man, that was a lot of years ago.
Also, I'm pretty old.
Thanks again Steve - get well soon. If I had 3 thumbs I'd give truck week 3 thumbs up!
Interesting, I wish we had more old trucks on the road today
Shame we didn’t bump into each other in Stirling when you went to uni, I could have shown you our junkyards, and the model kit shop, glad you are getting stronger, as always look forward to being educated buddy.
Great video and looking forward to more! So fun to see the origin story of Lockjaw.
Good to see ya doing better! Barrett-Jackson isn't the same without your knowledge, an vin number decoding, etc!
i remember seeing these trucks around the old belt saw mill,,,,the mill was ran by a 360 out of an old Monaco station wagon..my dad pressed the paper pulley on the pinion of the automatic transmission was around 16 inches wide.that was in 1985...it had plenty power
Love the old trucks
one of my old 60s magazines features the early 60s dodge converted to dragger with i think a max wedge mill. wicked.
Would love to see an episode of the f250 highboy Steve. It would be nice to get your take on them.
Morning Steve Good to see you up and around get well soon professor
Glad to see your back SIR !!!
I had a couple 63s ....Love the Sweptline.
Teacher steve. May we stay over after school and do more history class.
Glad to see you back I miss you
Almost bought a 63 years ago. It had a push button automatic and a slant 6. My dad thought he was asking to much considing the condition she was in. So we passed on. ❤
Love. The grill
Get well soon Steve.
I noticed Lock Jaw from the other video about some GM trucks Steve. Love it.😊
We love you man.
Another great truck episode Steve!👍
I love these trucks!
Love the old dodge trucks.... love steves enthusiasm about the subjects in the kunkyard
We're all pulling for Steve, but he's already rounded 3rd, he's going to be just fine.
I bet a day with Steve in the junkyard would be absolutely amazing, except when you're trying to finally leave for the day he just won't stop pulling you aside to teach you something new.
That said, I'd still love to "win a day with Steve" some time! Love the content!
GM did a similar thing when the new 1988 pick up trucks came out, but the Suburban and Chevrolet / GMC cab and chassis were in such high demand General Motors couldn't afford to shut down those vehicle lines to retool for the new body style.
Steve at his best!
Steve I have a 1957 dodge town wagon. Parts are very rare and valuable. She’s coming together slowly. Hopefully on the road this summer.
Get well Steve...!!!
Are you getting better Steve always learn a lot from your show 😊
Steve should have a show on motortrend......UGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
First Steve man it is great to see you again. I sincerely hope all is well with you. I had a '70 Dodge D100 pretty much same as that '61, except my box. Thing I thought was strange buut came in handy the hood goes straight up. You can pull the engine without taking off the 500 pound hood.
I'm watching barrett jackson Super Saturday your coworkers have mentioned your name several times hoping for a speedy recovery
61 is my favorite matchbox tow truck $
Loving it. Cheers 🇨🇦
Mr. B. Here !🍔🍟 👀😎👍. Good afternoon Steve ! Hope you are feeling better ? Very informative on trucks !
Hi Mr. B
@@UnfinishedProjectDartSport Mr. B. Here ! 🍸🍸👀😎👍
1st where's winter view???
thank you Steve
Thanks Steve!
Thanks for sharing this interesting
Both series of trucks next to
each other, how convenient for us!
Hope you're able to do some model building therapy there Steve.
Hope you're improving Steve!
I think the father on Timmy and Lassie had a '58 or '59 Dodge pickup. It was a one ton indicated by the heavy duty wheels.
Great vid, love Dodge trucks
First truck I owned, With a slant six, 3 on the tree. And A hydraulic clutch. Keep on crawling.😊
Trucks have been my everyday transportation since 1990, plus my company ride was also a truck. It’s not that I’m really into them, but cars went in a direction that either didn’t work for me or just left me old. Up till then, it had been mostly A bodies, B bodies and one Y body. I never would have guessed I’d spend the greater part of my life driving pickups!
keep on trucking 🤓❤️
Sure hope you're getting in better health every Mags., still praying for your full recovery!!
I miss my 77 D100 Adventurer pick-up. All Dodge trucks up to the 90's are great in my book
Good info as usual, thanx!
Hey Steve, am missing you at Barret Jackson today ! Hopefully you can make the April auction !…….
Get well Steve
"lockjaw" LOL!
Glad you are back! I was going to ask about the price for the dog
love you're videos could you do some videos on how car interiors have changed
I like the 61 through 64 Dodge trucks, tuff vehicles.
I hope you are doing well steve 🙏
Looking at that '60, you can see styling cues in the '94 & up that came from those earlier models.
Neat truck
Steve witch are you watching today, BJ or the 24hr. @ Daytona?
It's really more of a junkyard stroll. 😂
I got attacked by geese at Tosy's Mustang Farm in Wrentham MA 40 yrs ago, but they let us drink adult beverages there, so all was cool 🍺👍
As a little kid I thought the 61 was U G L Y 😂