Chilton or Haynes?

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I've always had a manual for my older cars (and motorcycles), just felt they were always a great reference. Typically I've always gone with Clymer's and the HD service manuals for my motorcycles. Does anyone here have any recommendations for me?

Chilton or Haynes and why?

Thanks!
 

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forget them both and if you can afford it go on ebay and get some of the old factory manuals. There are a few different versions for electrical and such but the info they have is SOOOOO much better than anything chilton or hayes has ever put out. They cost a little more but they are worth it if your keeping it for a while
 
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forget them both and if you can afford it go on ebay and get some of the old factory manuals. There are a few different versions for electrical and such but the info they have is SOOOOO much better than anything chilton or hayes has ever put out. They cost a little more but they are worth it if your keeping it for a while

I never thought of this, great advice. Thanks!
 

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Or, save your money and just ask ttocs! J/K! I kid. I’m a kidder!
 

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Ford manuals are way better
Chilton Haynes those type of repair books skip a lot of the key things
 

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I think we all know I am happy to try and help anytime I can(and add mayhem when I can't) :) . The ford manuals though for example have a pic and the pin out of EVERY wire harness in the car as well as their locations. They have diagnostic tests that are not in the over the counter manuals and so much more.
 

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And your help is always welcome and appreciated! Big thumbs up to ya.
 

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