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Hello all. Am in the market for a 1999-2002 CC 4x4 250/350 powerstroke and test drove a few this weekend. I was amazed at the differences between them in how they drove and the power they had. I was hoping to get a 6-speed as I like to shift, but everything was auto. Will I be dissapointed driving this rig with a 6-speed? I live in an area where traffic is NOT a concern to me. I also understand they are more durable.
1. For those with 6-speeds do you like them vs. autos?
2. Is there less insulation in an XLT vs. a Lariat? The one XLT I drove had an unbelievable amount of engine noise vs. all of the others to the point where conversation was almost impossible(it did have a 4-5" exhaust on it though).
Thanks for any info. This is a long arduous process trying to find the "right" one. Any suggestions will help.
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1. For those with 6-speeds do you like them vs. autos?
2. Is there less insulation in an XLT vs. a Lariat? The one XLT I drove had an unbelievable amount of engine noise vs. all of the others to the point where conversation was almost impossible(it did have a 4-5" exhaust on it though).
Thanks for any info. This is a long arduous process trying to find the "right" one. Any suggestions will help.
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I have to admit having no use for Automatic trannies in general so I wouldn't settle for anything less than a 6 speed manual tranny in my truck. When I went looking I had a hard time finding a 6 speed too, but I persevered, I really like my 6 speed F350 Crew Cab 4x4. My '02 F350 7.3L PSD 6 speed routinly gives me 18 to 19mpg on the highway loaded, and has given me up to 22mpg unloaded on a few occasions, a friends '05 F350 6.0L Auto 4x4 Crew Cab struggles to do better than 14.5mpg. If you are looking at a truck thats chipped & running a big bore exhaust it's bound to be louder than stock. My XLT is not loud by any means but since switching to a straight pipe last week it is louder than when it had a catalitic convertor & muffler. Generally performance is better, or the same as before, I do expect some improvement in fuel economy, I will report back on that once I have a few tanks of fuel burnt through the straight pipe to give a good comparison.
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My '02 auto runs like a champ, but I live in a college down where traffic can get annoying and shifting would stink at times. hualing is fine, but I havent done anything heavy with it yet. Just got it the other day with over 100k miles on it (work truck and a good deal 
) and the tranny is still very solid.
It's an XLT and noise is fine, even when I punch it and turbo kicks up its not excessive. I'm sure that'll change with the coming Intake, Exhaust and chip. Oh well
) and the tranny is still very solid.It's an XLT and noise is fine, even when I punch it and turbo kicks up its not excessive. I'm sure that'll change with the coming Intake, Exhaust and chip. Oh well
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got the 6-speed & I love it. wouldn't want an auto. For towing, having the extra gears can really make a difference. I like the way the cruise works with the manual. It has to hold its gear, where an auto will downshift in a heartbeat if it gets away from the setpoint. The engine has enough torque to re-gain the speed and get back to the cruise setpoint (even in 6th gear). I think it makes you a better driver, too.
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Thanks for all replies. Most people I know think I am crazy to want a stick, but I feel it really helps to tune in to the vehicle. I will be in touch tomorrow with the dealer. I know this is the wrong forum, but can I put retro-fit the lie-o-meter (digital console) into an XLT?
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I know this is the wrong forum, but can I put retro-fit the lie-o-meter (digital console) into an XLT?
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