Some off-roading help - Honda Pilot

slicknickns · 07-18-2008, 03:50 AM

The plastic skid plate that is on the '03-08's isn't exactly a dependable one (I should know, I tore it off speeding through the suburbs). As the Pilot doesn't have the following that the Tacoma or 4Runner has, finding a much sturdier skid plate is a challenge.

Basically, where can one find a skid plate that will fit the Pilot that will protect the undercarriage better than the cheap stock one? I know that putting an after market skid plate on a Ridgeline or a Pilot is verboten because of a front end collision, but that's a non-issue for me.

What about lifting the Pilot? I've read it can't be down on the Ridgeline because of camshafts, how much different is it in the Pilot?

Anyone ever see a Pilot with all terrain tires?

rocky · 07-18-2008, 05:11 AM

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Originally posted by slicknickns
The plastic skid plate that is on the '03-08's isn't exactly a dependable one (I should know, I tore it off speeding through the suburbs). As the Pilot doesn't have the following that the Tacoma or 4Runner has, finding a much sturdier skid plate is a challenge.

Basically, where can one find a skid plate that will fit the Pilot that will protect the undercarriage better than the cheap stock one? I know that putting an after market skid plate on a Ridgeline or a Pilot is verboten because of a front end collision, but that's a non-issue for me.

What about lifting the Pilot? I've read it can't be down on the Ridgeline because of camshafts, how much different is it in the Pilot?

Anyone ever see a Pilot with all terrain tires?

Camshafts? I think you mean drive shafts. Camshafts are inside the engine!

I've not heard of any skid plates for the engine, transmission or rear diff on the Pilot. Neither have I looked underneath to see whether there are any mounts strong enough to mount a skid plate.

I would suggest you find a local 4x4 shop and see if its possible to fabricate something. My real truck is set up for off roading complete with skid plates etc. They are cheap insurance.

slicknickns · 07-19-2008, 01:24 AM

thanks, that helps man.

krygny · 07-19-2008, 01:43 PM

I consider the Pilot suitable only for light off-roading (snow, mud, sand, sidewalks, etc.) but I suppose you can try anything with anything. Check this out.

I don't know specifically how skid plates affect front-end collisions, but a front-end collision is not an issue for ANYBODY - until it is.

xGS · 07-20-2008, 12:31 AM

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Originally posted by slicknickns

What about lifting the Pilot?

Anyone ever see a Pilot with all terrain tires?

slicknickns · 07-20-2008, 12:57 AM

that Pilot is THE ****! Where did you find that picture?

krygny, i say a front end collision is a non-issue (well sort of, in all situations) because 99.9% of my driving involves NOT GOING ON THE FREEWAY, i.e. driving the 6 miles to junior college and kickin' it around my beach town. My car rarely goes past 55/60 miles an hour

xGS · 07-20-2008, 01:35 AM

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Originally posted by slicknickns

that Pilot is THE ****! Where did you find that picture?

Here: [http://hondapilot.org/forums/showthr...threadid=16902]

krygny · 07-21-2008, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by slicknickns
that Pilot is THE ****! Where did you find that picture?

krygny, i say a front end collision is a non-issue (well sort of, in all situations) because 99.9% of my driving involves NOT GOING ON THE FREEWAY, i.e. driving the 6 miles to junior college and kickin' it around my beach town. My car rarely goes past 55/60 miles an hour

Still, how do skid plates affect collisions in general?

I've never heard that (not that I'm much of an off-road enthusiast).

humanoid · 07-21-2008, 05:20 PM

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Originally posted by krygny

Still, how do skid plates affect collisions in general? I've never heard that (not that I'm much of an off-road enthusiast).

They don't, unless they somehow affect the sensors up front that tell the airbags to deploy.

rocky · 07-21-2008, 05:45 PM

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Originally posted by krygny

Still, how do skid plates affect collisions in general? I've never heard that (not that I'm much of an off-road enthusiast).

They are very helpful protecting the sensitive under car mechanical bits from collisions with the firma parts of terra, eg ROCKS.

But they much be strong enough, and well mounted to survive the forces involved.

07-18-2008, 03:50 AM	#1 (permalink)
slicknickns Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 45 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Some off-roading help The plastic skid plate that is on the '03-08's isn't exactly a dependable one (I should know, I tore it off speeding through the suburbs). As the Pilot doesn't have the following that the Tacoma or 4Runner has, finding a much sturdier skid plate is a challenge. Basically, where can one find a skid plate that will fit the Pilot that will protect the undercarriage better than the cheap stock one? I know that putting an after market skid plate on a Ridgeline or a Pilot is verboten because of a front end collision, but that's a non-issue for me. What about lifting the Pilot? I've read it can't be down on the Ridgeline because of camshafts, how much different is it in the Pilot? Anyone ever see a Pilot with all terrain tires? __________________ 2007 4x4 honda pilot. that's it. i've driven an '05 Acura MDX, ask me they compare well, except the pilot drives like it should - like a truck, the mdx, a car. I have a steel blue 2007 4x4 EX-L. navigation, back up camera and it came with roof racks. I'm into off-roading with the Pilot. anyone else?

07-19-2008, 01:24 AM	#3 (permalink)
slicknickns Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 45 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	thanks, that helps man. __________________ 2007 4x4 honda pilot. that's it. i've driven an '05 Acura MDX, ask me they compare well, except the pilot drives like it should - like a truck, the mdx, a car. I have a steel blue 2007 4x4 EX-L. navigation, back up camera and it came with roof racks. I'm into off-roading with the Pilot. anyone else?

07-19-2008, 01:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
krygny Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NY Panhandle(c) Posts: 2,831 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I consider the Pilot suitable only for light off-roading (snow, mud, sand, sidewalks, etc.) but I suppose you can try anything with anything. Check this out. I don't know specifically how skid plates affect front-end collisions, but a front-end collision is not an issue for ANYBODY - until it is. __________________ 2003 EX-L, Sage Brush Pearl Side Steps • Rear Splash Guards • Cross Bars • Cargo Tray • Cargo Cover • All-Season Floor Mats • StreetPilot ColorMap • WeatherTech WeatherFlectors • Fortera TripleTreds

07-20-2008, 12:57 AM	#6 (permalink)
slicknickns Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 45 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	that Pilot is THE ****! Where did you find that picture? krygny, i say a front end collision is a non-issue (well sort of, in all situations) because 99.9% of my driving involves NOT GOING ON THE FREEWAY, i.e. driving the 6 miles to junior college and kickin' it around my beach town. My car rarely goes past 55/60 miles an hour __________________ 2007 4x4 honda pilot. that's it. i've driven an '05 Acura MDX, ask me they compare well, except the pilot drives like it should - like a truck, the mdx, a car. I have a steel blue 2007 4x4 EX-L. navigation, back up camera and it came with roof racks. I'm into off-roading with the Pilot. anyone else?

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