1st,, there are no stupid questions with this bunch.. Most of them here,, might think they know everything but someone later on points them in a better direction..
Having a auto trans is not a big issue anymore as every company offers a solid auto trans for any size truck you wish..
I agree that any diesel is by far a better work horse than a gasser.. BUT,, what conditions will you be towing in,, flat plains or mountains? Makes a world of difference of what you might need.. The other fact is some of the larger diesels pull real well,, and if limited mountian use one can get by real well with a gasser..
I was a hard core diesel man,, but found for our use that the limited mountain time I am getting by just fine with a 5.4L gasser.. For me,, paying $20,000 less for a gasser over a diesel was my turning point,.. The first 2 years of having the gasser the price of diesel fuel was 70 cents higher so came out way ahead over all. Now that the price is about equal,, I am still happy with my limited macho TV.. Sodbust
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