my 08 4.8 runs like a scalded dog. the area normally considered for third row seating is barely large enough for a bale of hay. my dogs wouldn't be overly comfortable back there. the rear glass compromises that area IMO.

the E70 was built for the 4.8, again IMO. the chassis is more grounded with the additional weight of the 4.8. the 3.0 felt light and wimpy when i test drove it.

the transmission programming is designed to be flogged, again my opinion.

Toyo STX IIs, rock. i got about 30k out of the RFTs but these things are worlds apart and so much better for the driving experience. plus no third row seat means a spare tire and jack under the cargo floor.

45k in 28 months, i really like this truck.