Hello and thank y'all up front for your help!
I am trying very hard to sort out the controversial information I am finding on the web. I have a 1997 V6 4.2L 4x2 F150 with XL cab and a blown transmission. I know it has a 4R70W. I was told that only a transmission from the exact year and engine model would qualify for a direct swap... is that true?
Is there different colored connectors (black or white) and if what difference does it make? Unfortunately I can't go and check the color of the connector because my truck is 450 miles away in New Mexico...

Thanks!

 

one from a 97 or 98 will swap just fine, the 99+ I think have a slightly diff connector but not 100% on that. I'd call a trusted tranny shop just to be sure.

 

i would imagine it would be different with PATS and all

 

Okay, thank you!
Does the color of the connector on the passenger side of the transmission matter? (white or black?)
Could I just repin the connector?

 

damn I keep forgetting about the PATS..I guess cuz I don't have it duh!!..not sure but I think I saw on one of the forums I'm on someone tried repinning the connector, can't remember if it worked or not.. I'll see if I can find it.