I can't say I hate the 5sp. ford trans it just the computer seems like it's on drugs. It never seems to do the same thing twice. Driving without a trailer real easy it works great, put a trailer on and you have to shift by hand if you want it to work somewhat right.
The rh in my 94 works great everytime, shifts firm and locks up firm. It just seems like a easier cheaper alternative that's dependable to me. I even thought about using the dodge transfer case with a manual shifter. Drive shafts aren't really a problem to build.