Towing with Auto vs. Manual opinions. Looking for a TV

If you have ever had the experience of trying to maneuver into a tight spot, you would appreciate the automatic trans. I decided on the Duramax/Allison combo because I wanted something my wife could drive too. In my limited budget/year range, no other truck manufacturers offered a reliable auto trans. Check on some of the related forums about reliability issues on the vehicle you are considering, that's what I did and I learned a LOT!!!