Too bad the 5.4L 6 speed isn't an available option in the shortbed regular cab! I wonder if one can be special ordered?

 

You can order it that way. My guess is you went through the process for an XL or STX. On those, I don't believe you can get a 5.4 at all. Try it as an XLT. Have already gone through that. Not only can you get the 5.4 reg cab short bed, you can also get a 36gal tank with it. Something that could not be done on earlier years.

 

You can get a 5.4 in an XL, I have hear they dont have the 5.4 as an option on the 126 wheelbase and didnt in the previous 04-08 either in any trim

 

I have gone through the build for an XLT, reg cab, 6.5' bed. Yes you can pick a 5.4.