On Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:44:26 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:

Funny you mention the Tundra. I've been resisting an itch to go trade the
little Ranger in on one. If I cave, I'll go for the 5.7 liter engine (381
hp). It actually is rated to get better mpg than the 4.7 liter, although
not by much.

So far, I've successfully resisted the urge. The little Ranger does
everything I need for now. But ... damn it's tough when you get bored and
need a new toy.

I call it my cowboy cadillac. They really are a nice civilized truck
- quiet, comfortable, efficient, well finished, etc. I got an "ARE"
fitted cap, painted to match, so it ends up looking like a big sport
utility. I would have gotten the 5.7L but it was not available when I
bought mine. The 4.7L has plenty of power for everything I do
however. Cruising at 75 mph lightly loaded it is only turning about
2500 RPM. Pulling a trailerand boat at 70 with overdrive locked out,
it turns about 3200. I got mine with 4wd, off road package, and
trailer towing option.