Well, I have something of an update.
Several weeks ago the wife informed me that we would be entering the realm of parenthood. After some deliberation, I concluded that the F150 was not going to be ideal to cart around my offspring. So I reluctantly posted it for sale and began the search for something more "family friendly"... After a few days browsing on craigslist I found a guy with a very nice '97 4Runner that was looking to trade for a extended cab F150. Several emails, and a 650 mile round trip later, this is sitting in my driveway.
It's originally a Colorado truck, so it's not plagued with midwestern rust. It has an addicted offroad bumper, a no-name winch and is completely stock otherwise. I do miss the Ford, but the comfort and increased fuel efficiency of the Toyota is growing on me, and will be much more practical in the coming months.
Thanks for all the kind words in regards to my old truck. If you need me, I'll be over in the Toyota section.