A few add-ons - Honda Pilot

prettyloaded · 08-14-2010, 10:02 PM

Everytime I open the hatch, things come rolling out due to the downgrade of the trunk. I also don't like the back being exposed so I added a cargo net and cover.

Every vehicle I've had, must have vents to let in fresh air when it rains. I went with the sunroof and the oem window vents. A little more expensive, but it flows with the pilot.

I added a 3in diameter bull bar and hitch bar, just to protect the bumpers from the everyday bad parkers on new yorkers.

I also applied another layer of light smoke tint all around to keep out prying eyes and keep some of that sun damage out.

Finally a wireless radar detector next to the rearview mirror(4 AA) and the Gps not on the window(which is a dead giveaway to thiefs), but right across from the gear shift. FYI goto TRAPSTER.COM and download all red light and speed cameras in your area to your gps for free. You can thank me later when I saved you from that 50 to 150 ticket.

Big Bruin · 08-14-2010, 10:32 PM

Hi - Looks good. I have the in-channel vent visors and cargo net on ours, but was looking at a bull bar / nerf bars / rear step. Thanks for the pic of the bull bar, I was wondering how it would work with a front plate.

What are you using to mount the GPS? Would love to get our Tom Tom mounted lower like that.

prettyloaded · 08-16-2010, 04:37 AM

After installing the bullbar, it covers the license so you will need to raise the license plate. I used the bottom of the license plate and attached it to the top screws of the holder.

As for the gps, it came w/ a piece that on one sides adheres to any surface and the other side is smooth for the suction cup. I like this area for the gps because the dc outlet is close, closer reach and it doesn't block the view out the window.

name99 · 08-26-2010, 04:37 PM

Hi just bought a 2011 Pilot, Has anyone else had problems with the downgrade of the trunk and things rolling out?

I just realized in my last test drive that there was a fairly decent downgrade with the third row down.

offroader · 08-28-2010, 01:13 AM

Nice setup. I believe the bull bar you used is for Lexux? Where you got this hitch bar from?

blackdragon · 09-13-2010, 11:03 PM

How difficult was the bull bar install? Did you have to cut the plastic skid guard around the brackets? Looks sweet!

prettyloaded · 09-15-2010, 07:59 PM

You have to trim the plastic in order to reattach it back on. If not, you can't snap it back and there will be an opening for water to fly in. I used a thing called a "nibbler" that clips the plastic bite by bite.

To date, I have witnessed on two occasions people trying to park and hit the front of my pilot. The second time setting off my alarm. No dents or scuffs. I swear, I'm gonna add spikes to the front some day.

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Xeption · 09-23-2010, 01:20 AM

hey p loaded, did u ever add the aluminum running rails?? and if so were you satisfied??

prettyloaded · 12-16-2010, 05:42 PM

Finally got the running rails installed $350 installed. The guy could do the lights because he was not qualified and afraid to mess up the electrical. So when it gets warmer, I'll do it. Also got chrome door handles. Autoanything.com $54 w/coupon. But the price went up 2 weeks later to $75. Go figure

08-14-2010, 10:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
prettyloaded Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 52 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	A few add-ons Everytime I open the hatch, things come rolling out due to the downgrade of the trunk. I also don't like the back being exposed so I added a cargo net and cover. Every vehicle I've had, must have vents to let in fresh air when it rains. I went with the sunroof and the oem window vents. A little more expensive, but it flows with the pilot. I added a 3in diameter bull bar and hitch bar, just to protect the bumpers from the everyday bad parkers on new yorkers. I also applied another layer of light smoke tint all around to keep out prying eyes and keep some of that sun damage out. Finally a wireless radar detector next to the rearview mirror(4 AA) and the Gps not on the window(which is a dead giveaway to thiefs), but right across from the gear shift. FYI goto TRAPSTER.COM and download all red light and speed cameras in your area to your gps for free. You can thank me later when I saved you from that 50 to 150 ticket. Attached Thumbnails

08-28-2010, 01:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
offroader Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Omaha Posts: 106 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Nice setup. I believe the bull bar you used is for Lexux? Where you got this hitch bar from? __________________ 2011 EX-L 4WD Silver 2008 Land Cruiser Silver

12-16-2010, 05:42 PM	#9 (permalink)
prettyloaded Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 52 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Finally got the running rails installed $350 installed. The guy could do the lights because he was not qualified and afraid to mess up the electrical. So when it gets warmer, I'll do it. Also got chrome door handles. Autoanything.com $54 w/coupon. But the price went up 2 weeks later to $75. Go figure Attached Thumbnails

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08-14-2010, 10:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
Big Bruin Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: USA Posts: 11 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hi - Looks good. I have the in-channel vent visors and cargo net on ours, but was looking at a bull bar / nerf bars / rear step. Thanks for the pic of the bull bar, I was wondering how it would work with a front plate. What are you using to mount the GPS? Would love to get our Tom Tom mounted lower like that.

08-16-2010, 04:37 AM	#3 (permalink)
prettyloaded Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 52 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	After installing the bullbar, it covers the license so you will need to raise the license plate. I used the bottom of the license plate and attached it to the top screws of the holder. As for the gps, it came w/ a piece that on one sides adheres to any surface and the other side is smooth for the suction cup. I like this area for the gps because the dc outlet is close, closer reach and it doesn't block the view out the window.

08-26-2010, 04:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
name99 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Ontario Posts: 6 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hi just bought a 2011 Pilot, Has anyone else had problems with the downgrade of the trunk and things rolling out? I just realized in my last test drive that there was a fairly decent downgrade with the third row down.

09-13-2010, 11:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
blackdragon Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: so cal Posts: 39 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	How difficult was the bull bar install? Did you have to cut the plastic skid guard around the brackets? Looks sweet!

09-15-2010, 07:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
prettyloaded Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 52 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You have to trim the plastic in order to reattach it back on. If not, you can't snap it back and there will be an opening for water to fly in. I used a thing called a "nibbler" that clips the plastic bite by bite. To date, I have witnessed on two occasions people trying to park and hit the front of my pilot. The second time setting off my alarm. No dents or scuffs. I swear, I'm gonna add spikes to the front some day. Offroader, I purchased everything from here Auto-Beauty, Inc ; Introducing VanGuard Off-Road Products The aluminum running rails w/lights is my next project

09-23-2010, 01:20 AM	#8 (permalink)
Xeption Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Fort Worth TX Posts: 70 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	hey p loaded, did u ever add the aluminum running rails?? and if so were you satisfied??

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