6 Speed or Automatic

[Bad Brad]

Bought a new '97 4x4 2500 with the auto and a 3:55. After 20K I traded it in for a new 2000 3500 4x4 with a 6 speed and a 3:55. Never looked back. If you want to pull, get a 6 speed.

 

[Scott Gray]

Got to love the 6-pack!!!

I pull a reasonable load and it's amazing how easy it is. Once you have your speed up and are in 6th gear it takes quite a hill to require additional shifting because there always seems to be plenty of power.

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2001. 5 2500 ETH/DEE, QuadCab, 2WD, LWB, SLT+, 3. 54, Tow Package, Camper Package, Jake e-brake and more...
Pulling a 30', 12. 5K lb Alpenlite 5'ver

 

[HC]

I own a 6 speed, and would not trade. That said - I never expect to beat anyone with an automatic from light to light, I agree the auto is better in some off road situations, and I'm annoyed by the fact that my 3rd gear still has a very mild clash on about 50% of the shifts unless I double-clutch, and I absolutely can't stand letting others drive my baby, knowing how few are competent with a stick these days.
So, I guess I agree with the comment - you can't go totally wrong either way! Scratch your head (or other body part), think about it, and then once you make your decision never look back!

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2001 ETH, QC, LWB, 4WD, 3. 54, SPA Pyro & Boost, K&N RE-880 w/foam pre-cleaner, ARE Z-series Cab-high shell, Rear ARB locker, and all kinds of synthetic fluids...

 

[sweeks]

I enjoy my 6 speed,had an automatic before that and enjoyed that,too. One thing that swayed me was being able to throw an exhaust brake on when new with no warranty problems. I wouln't go back now that I've had it.

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2001 2500 4x4LB,6-speed,HO engine,SLT,towing mirrors,Med. Bronze W/Dark Charcoal Line-x bedliner and rocker panels,CB,Banks EGT/Boost pillar mounted guages,Jacobs E-brake,etc.

 

[johnrv4]

Another advantage of the stick over the auto is that you get a Dana 80 rearend instead of the Dana 70. More horsepower, more torque, bigger rear axle, for less money. #ad
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2001. 5 2500 Quad cab SLT 4x4 ETH/DEE, towing package, snow plow prep, 3:55 anti-spin, and other goodies. Flame Red