Summer 2026 Updates from Vintage Power Wagons

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Summer 2026 Updates

This summer has been especially exciting at Vintage Power Wagons, and we're proud to share several new projects with you.

Celebrating Steve's Retirement

Steve Arndt looking up part numbers in the early 1990s
Steve looking up part numbers in the early 1990s.

This month marks the end of an incredible chapter in the history of Vintage Power Wagons.

After nearly 37 years with VPW, Steve Arndt, the very first employee ever hired by Vintage Power Wagons, has decided to retire.

Since joining the company in February 1990, Steve has been a familiar voice to thousands of Dodge truck owners.

His experience and knowledge have helped generations of customers find the right parts and keep their trucks on the road.

Thank you, Steve, for your 36+ years of service to Vintage Power Wagons. We wish you a happy and well-earned retirement.


Share Your Truck · See What Others Are Building · Help Preserve Dodge Truck History

The Vintage Dodge Garage community truck registry

The Vintage Dodge Garage

We're excited to introduce the Vintage Dodge Garage, our new online community truck registry for Dodge and Fargo truck owners.

See what other owners are building, follow restoration projects, discover ideas for your own truck, and share your Dodge or Fargo with enthusiasts around the world. Create a listing by adding your truck's history, specifications, serial number, and up to eight photos. You can also choose whether to display your contact information.

Our long-term goal is to build a comprehensive registry of Dodge and Fargo trucks while helping preserve their history for future generations. The site is now live and still in testing, so you'll continue to see new features and improvements as we refine the experience. We welcome your feedback and invite you to become part of this growing community.


New 17" Wheel & Tire Program

17-inch wheel and tire packages

For years, one of the most common questions we've received has been:

“What are my tire options for your 17" wheels?”

After extensive research, we're excited to introduce our new 17" Wheel & Tire Program.

Our 17" 5-Hole Wheels combine the classic appearance of your vintage Dodge truck with the advantages of modern tires. They're designed to accept today's all-terrain and mud-terrain tires, giving you more tire choices, improved ride quality, and better on- and off-road performance.

We've partnered with a local tire shop to professionally mount and balance every complete wheel and tire package before it ships. That means your wheels arrive ready to install, eliminating the hassle of buying tires separately and finding a shop to mount and balance them.

Complete wheel and tire packages are now available from Vintage Power Wagons, with a selection of modern tire options to fit the way you use your truck. We currently have several sets of wheels in stock.


Heavy-duty hood latch assemblies

New Heavy-Duty Hood Latch Assemblies

Our new Heavy-Duty Hood Latch Assemblies are engineered to replace worn-out originals while correcting several common issues found with older designs. Built with heavy-duty construction and a stainless steel shaft, they're designed to provide years of reliable service.

If your hood doesn't close properly, rattles while driving, or your original latches are simply worn out, these new assemblies are worth a look.


Remote vacuum brake booster kit

Remote Vacuum Brake Booster Kit

If your vintage Dodge truck originally came equipped with a remote vacuum brake booster, finding a replacement today can be a challenge.

Our new Remote Vacuum Brake Booster Kit is an excellent replacement for obsolete factory booster assemblies. It's also a great option for adding modern vacuum-assisted power brakes to trucks that were originally equipped with manual brakes.

The kit includes the booster, vacuum hose, check valve, mounting hardware, and SAE brake line adapters for vintage Dodge truck applications.


Thank You

Every order you place helps us continue reproducing obsolete parts, developing new products, preserving technical knowledge, and expanding resources for Dodge and Fargo truck enthusiasts around the world.

We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to bringing you even more exciting products and projects in the months ahead.

Thank you for being part of the Vintage Power Wagons family

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