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Old Jun 18, 2005 | 10:32 PM
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OK...What's better?

I have found 2 trucks I am considering buying. Both are 97' F-150's with the 4.2L and both are 2WDR. Both are XL's and extended cabs. Both have 100000km (60000 miles). One is an automatic, the other is a 5 speed.

1. Is one better than the other?
2. Are there any reason's why I shouldn't buy either one of these?

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Old Jun 18, 2005 | 10:41 PM
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I think you are in the wrong forum.
The 97 had a problem with some of the automatics. If this one has been replaced, or rebuilt, then that doesn't matter. The stick will give you better power and mileage.
Good luck
 
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Old Jun 19, 2005 | 12:13 AM
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What Chris said.....I've read that the manual tranny is much better with the 6 cyl....the auto is a bit sluggish......
 
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Old Jun 19, 2005 | 01:28 AM
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The real issue is the 4.2- wouldn't touch one with a ten ft. you-know-what. Search the forums for 4.2 and see how many threads come up. In that vintage,a 4.6 is a better bet, or go back a year or two for a 300-6.
 
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