2001 PDS Auto Tranny and Fuel Cackle Question?

[rrohde]

Like GM-Guy I am also thinking about a PSD. I would want a 2001 1 ton 4x4 crew or x cab. My question is: Will the auto tranny handle and hold up to towing its advertised trailer weight or are the tranny's having lots of problems? And, is the fuel cackle(or however you say it) a problem or just an annoyance. These seem to be the two hot topics when talking about Fords.

Thanks for your input.

Ron