I found a display for around $200 that looks like it might be the Holy Grail for 8-bit Pic applications. We're going to order a couple to play with. I'll let you know how it turns out.

"Utilizing Human-Machine Interface (HMI) experience, the LMR67802 is created to reduce hardware and software re-design efforts. It lets users drive a TFT display with the well known 8051 bus. The 5.6” TFT module is particularly suitable for low-to-mid volume industrial applications and for companies considering an upgrade from monochrome to TFT as the HMI of LMR67802 is compatible with controllers of monochrome displays. Touch screen version of the display is also available (model no. TSR67802)."


http://www.densitron.com/Displays/content.aspx?Id=1376

http://www.densitron.com/Displays/content.aspx?id=638

http://www.densitron.com/Displays/content.aspx?id=230

http://www.densitron.com/Displays/to..._displays.aspx

http://www.farnell.com/datasheets/92519.pdf