Replacement headrests anyone? - Page 5 - Honda Pilot

florida_guy · 06-09-2003, 08:44 AM

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Originally posted by FLPilot
My pleasure Cajun Pilot.

I don't know why but every time I see your avatar I can't help but smile!

Mkell · 06-09-2003, 09:38 AM

I understand the notion that the head rest is supposed to protect you in an accident. I too believe that it should and could be more comfortable, but that is not the subject here. What I keep wondering is how can the headrest design be more safe? Does it sound right to you: I'm 6'0" - In an accident the forward slant of the headrest means that the back of my head will hit the top of the headrest first - next my neck will need to bend backward quite a bit - chin toward the chest to match the concave nature of the headrest/seat configuration - and last the sholders will then hit the seatback. Why is this better or more safe? Is that a body's normal configuration in a crash? Any thoughts? Wouldn't it be better to not have your neck wedged into the v created by the headrest and seat?

FLPilot · 06-09-2003, 11:58 AM

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Originally posted by florida_guy

I thought they didn't become "the" until they were wifes. I thought girlfriends were still "my".

ROTFLMAO (Rolling On The Floor Laughing My A$$ Off)

Yeah well feel like after three years she "the" girlfriend. Meaning just a step below the wife.

Did I say wife, look at what you got me saying.

In reference to the pillow, your neck goes inside the hole and it does give you support, which means it pushes you forward. It does not push you forward so that it is uncomfortable though. It basically keeps you from lower neck pain. The top of your head can still touch the headrest if you want it to. Hey for $7.99 just go buy it.

florida_guy · 06-09-2003, 12:03 PM

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Originally posted by FLPilot

ROTFLMAO (Rolling On The Floor Laughing My A$$ Off)

Yeah well feel like after three years she "the" girlfriend. Meaning just a step below the wife. Did I say wife, look at what you got me saying.

In reference to the pillow, your neck goes inside the hole and it does give you support, which means it pushes you forward. It does not push you forward so that it is uncomfortable though. It basically keeps you from lower neck pain. The top of your head can still touch the headrest if you want it to. Hey for $7.99 just go buy it.

There are a few sharp witted responses I could make to some of those statements but I'd probably just get myself in trouble.

I'll remember to pick up a neck pillow next time I'm in Target. Thanks.

whodiini · 06-15-2003, 07:38 AM

Read my ealier post on my solution. Been living with the strap on headrest addition for a year and no real complaints. While the foam is a little soft compared to what a typical headrest is, the net result is that it has gone from a major irritant to essentially a non-problem. THis works for both me and the passenger.

florida_guy · 06-15-2003, 12:24 PM

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Originally posted by whodiini
Read my ealier post on my solution. Been living with the strap on headrest addition for a year and no real complaints. While the foam is a little soft compared to what a typical headrest is, the net result is that it has gone from a major irritant to essentially a non-problem. THis works for both me and the passenger.

Do you mean you bought one of these things?
http://www.addonheadrest.com/

CNYGuy · 09-13-2003, 06:48 PM

Does anyone know if the front headrests can be replaced with more comfortable ones, like from the Accord, Odyssey, or MDX? I have searched for this and can't find anything. I know they are not adjustable, but they are just plain uncomfortable too.

4603pba · 09-13-2003, 07:06 PM

As I have said before in previous discussions on tnis subject, they are NOT head resst. Tthey are head restraints to prevent whiplash injuries, not to lay back and be comfortable.

CNYGuy · 09-14-2003, 03:20 PM

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Originally posted by 4603pba
As I have said before in previous discussions on tnis subject, they are NOT head resst. Tthey are head restraints to prevent whiplash injuries, not to lay back and be comfortable.

Thanks for the clarification. Anyway, the head RESTRAINTS in other vehicles, like my Accord, actually protect me AND are comfortable. So does anyone know if they can be switched out with other Honda or Acura head RESTRAINTS?

jay · 09-14-2003, 09:58 PM

A quick search reveals that this was discussed ad nauseum here: Replacement headrests anyone?

Mods: Wanna append this thread to the one above?

kemosabe · 09-14-2003, 10:37 PM

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Originally posted by jay

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Mods: Wanna append this thread to the one above?

jay: Done!!!

CNYGuy · 09-15-2003, 05:36 PM

Is it safe to say then, with the length of this thread, that no one has ever seen the Pilot head RESTRAINT switched out with any other Honda or Acura head RESTRAINT, that is equally safe but more comfortable?

If there are any Honda dealers out there, maybe you could swap them between an Oddy and a Pilot, or an Accord and Pilot to see if they are at least compatible.

yolk · 09-25-2003, 09:43 AM

Article below from CNN on head restraints in cars. According to the IIHS, head restraints in new cars are far more effective than they used to be. The Pilot's head restraint seems to have done fine.

http://money.cnn.com/2003/09/25/pf/a...ex.htm?cnn=yes

csmoore · 10-22-2003, 10:22 PM

What makes it worse is the fact that the owners manual says they headrests are "adjustable".

Carl

kemosabe · 10-22-2003, 10:31 PM

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Originally posted by csmoore
What makes it worse is the fact that the owners manual says they headrests are "adjustable".

Carl

csmoore: The Owners Manual only says the 2nd and 3rd row head restraints are adjustable for height...

06-09-2003, 09:38 AM	#62 (permalink)
Mkell Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bethesda, MD Posts: 311 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I understand the notion that the head rest is supposed to protect you in an accident. I too believe that it should and could be more comfortable, but that is not the subject here. What I keep wondering is how can the headrest design be more safe? Does it sound right to you: I'm 6'0" - In an accident the forward slant of the headrest means that the back of my head will hit the top of the headrest first - next my neck will need to bend backward quite a bit - chin toward the chest to match the concave nature of the headrest/seat configuration - and last the sholders will then hit the seatback. Why is this better or more safe? Is that a body's normal configuration in a crash? Any thoughts? Wouldn't it be better to not have your neck wedged into the v created by the headrest and seat? __________________ 2003 Pilot EX-L-NAVI Evergreen Pearl #9956 - Backup View Camera, Rear Muds, Michelin Cross Terrains '97 Acura 2.2 5 speed '98 GT Virage 21 Speed Commuter Bike

06-15-2003, 07:38 AM	#65 (permalink)
whodiini Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 16 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	My solution works great! Read my ealier post on my solution. Been living with the strap on headrest addition for a year and no real complaints. While the foam is a little soft compared to what a typical headrest is, the net result is that it has gone from a major irritant to essentially a non-problem. THis works for both me and the passenger.

09-13-2003, 06:48 PM	#67 (permalink)
CNYGuy Super Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 365 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Headrest Replacements? Does anyone know if the front headrests can be replaced with more comfortable ones, like from the Accord, Odyssey, or MDX? I have searched for this and can't find anything. I know they are not adjustable, but they are just plain uncomfortable too. __________________ 2007 Odyssey EXL-RES/NAV Silver Pearl Metallic 2003 Accord Sedan EX-V6 Graphite Pearl

09-14-2003, 09:58 PM	#70 (permalink)
jay Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 11,116 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	A quick search reveals that this was discussed ad nauseum here: Replacement headrests anyone? Mods: Wanna append this thread to the one above? __________________ 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited "When you get to the fork in the road, take it." --Yogi Berra

09-15-2003, 05:36 PM	#72 (permalink)
CNYGuy Super Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 365 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Is it safe to say then, with the length of this thread, that no one has ever seen the Pilot head RESTRAINT switched out with any other Honda or Acura head RESTRAINT, that is equally safe but more comfortable? If there are any Honda dealers out there, maybe you could swap them between an Oddy and a Pilot, or an Accord and Pilot to see if they are at least compatible. __________________ 2007 Odyssey EXL-RES/NAV Silver Pearl Metallic 2003 Accord Sedan EX-V6 Graphite Pearl

09-13-2003, 07:06 PM	#68 (permalink)
4603pba Super Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: fairview texas Posts: 423 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	As I have said before in previous discussions on tnis subject, they are NOT head resst. Tthey are head restraints to prevent whiplash injuries, not to lay back and be comfortable.

09-25-2003, 09:43 AM	#73 (permalink)
yolk Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: CT Posts: 234 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Article below from CNN on head restraints in cars. According to the IIHS, head restraints in new cars are far more effective than they used to be. The Pilot's head restraint seems to have done fine. http://money.cnn.com/2003/09/25/pf/a...ex.htm?cnn=yes __________________ <body><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" style="text-align: left; width: 100%;"><tbody><tr><td style="vertical-align: bottom; width: 100px; vertical-align: bottom; height: 55px;"><img src="attachment.php?s=&postid=71313" style="width: 86px; height: 49px;"></td><td style="vertical-align: bottom;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana;">'03 <span style="color: gray;">Starlight Silver </span>Pilot EX<br>Rear Splash Guards, All-Season Mats, Cargo Tray, Wheel Locks, <a href="http://www.hondapilot.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=49803#post49802"><spa n style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">Tire</span> <span style="color: rgb(255,204,0);">Min</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(255,204, 0);">d</span>ers</span></a>, <a href="http://www.hondapilot.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=71774#post71774" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Lund <span style="color: silver;">Clear</span> Air Deflector</a>, <a href="http://www.hondapilot.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=72557#post72557"><spa n style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">i</span>Que 3600</a>, Zaino</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br></body> <a <a href="http://spreadfirefox.com/community/?q=affiliates&id=2591&t=75"><img alt="Get Firefox!" title="Get Firefox!" src="http://www.spreadfirefox.com/community/images/affiliates/Buttons/120x60/trust.gif"/></a>

10-22-2003, 10:22 PM	#74 (permalink)
csmoore Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 39 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	What makes it worse is the fact that the owners manual says they headrests are "adjustable". Carl

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