Yes, I read that C&D writeup this morning, and it put my heart aflutter! I'm a diehard Toyota lover, and even though I admire the 4Runners, my particular needs dictate my use of a pickup truck. The Tacoma has been the truck of choice for me because of its performance potential (w/TRD parts availability). My first Tacoma w/5VZ FE and manual trans was such a champ that I bought a second Tacoma last year with that same driveline.

When I read the C&D article this morning and found that the 3.7 V-6 which was rumored to be the upcoming replacement for the 5VZ FE is actually going to displace 4 liters and dish out 245 hp, I was mighty dadburned impressed. The fact that it's going to be cast in aluminum is even more impressive.

I already find myself lusting after a new S-Runner with a supercharged aluminum V-6. I regret only that the new engine design will necessitate a new supercharger design instead of accepting the one I've got on my 5VZ.

Rad