Dodge Red Express

The D/W Series was a line of pickup trucks that was sold by Dodge from 1961 to 1980. In 1981, the

truck series was renamed Ram and the same basic design was retained until the 1994 introduction of a completely redesigned Ram. The D/W Series shared its AD platformwith the Dodge Ramcharger/Plymouth Trailduster twins. 4x2 models were designated D, while 4x4 models were designated W. 1964 saw the introduction of the sporty Custom Sports Special. The Custom Sports Special included bucket seats, console, carpeting and racing stripes. The optional High Performance Package could be ordered with a CSS truck or by itself on a base model truck complete with Chrysler's big 426 cu in wedge-head V8. This engine produced 365 hp (272 kW) and 470 lb·ft (637 N·m)—in-line with the muscle car revolution that was then sweeping Detroit. The High Performance Package also included the LoadFlite automatic transmission, a 6000 rpm-rated Sun tachometer with heavy-duty gauges, power steering, dual exhaust and rear axle torque rods (traction bars) sourced from 1961 Imperials. Custom Sports Special trucks were produced from 1964 to 1967. The High Performance Package was only offered from 1964 to early 1966.