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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 05:11 AM
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Question chilton's or Haynes?

Just a quick question...

Which do you prefer to work with, a Haynes or Chilton's manual?

I like Haynes due to the size, and I think it explains processes a little clearer (as clear as they can I think)...

anyways, just wanted to get some feedback..

Thanks!!!
 
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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 08:07 AM
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chilton's or Haynes?

They both have their goods and bads: Recent Thread - Haynes Manual
 

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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 09:43 AM
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chilton's or Haynes?

Personally, I have the Haynes manual and I think it's a waste of money.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 05:08 PM
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chilton's or Haynes?

I have to agree with WXboy. The newest Haynes is 93 - 00. If you have an 97 and older you may be OK. 1998 and up get your answers here or a factory manual. I have an 01 Ranger, Haynes mentions newer models thats about all.
 
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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 09:03 PM
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chilton's or Haynes?

I have both. I prefer the Haynes (for 93-97 anyways) There are some times when the Chiltons comes in handy though.

They are not expensive. This is why I have both.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2003 | 03:38 AM
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chilton's or Haynes?

I have to agree with the both good and bad concensus. I've gotten both for previous vehicles and so far for my ranger at least I've found a few omissions or errors in the Haynes manual.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2003 | 05:18 AM
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chilton's or Haynes?

You need them both, neither one is complete or accurate.
 
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