I think you are correct about the 2400 rpm torque peak for the 302. I have fantasy-type plans to swap in the even lower revving 4.9L I6 that was also offered stock in F150's of that generation, which should help greatly given the max speed of my route to work and the amount of stop and go. Currently the truck doesn't ever see more than 45mph tops and generally nothing above about 1800 rpm.
Frank I don't mind the exercise... I'm kind of excited about getting into better shape as an added benefit of the bike commute. I'm just not particularly going to enjoy the hill lol
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