Shocks/struts - Honda Pilot

OvalG · 01-01-2010, 07:35 PM

o4 Pilot EX-L, 62,000 miles.
Considering new shocks/struts as any roughness on road...i.e...potholes, general depressions..etc. seem to hit "hard" and noisy. Also I've heard that factory shocks/struts should be replaced after 50,000 miles.(you know what "they" say)

So, IF I do replace...KYB GR-2 or MONROE Sensa-Tracs?(or something different?)
Also, do I need the replacement mounting kit and boot kit? Mounting kit is $50 each and boot kit $12 more on the KYB site

What are your thoughts?
Thanks
MG

chas22 · 01-05-2010, 10:07 AM

I don't think the OEM rear shocks hold up very well. I noticed that if I hit a bump in the road while going around a curve that I had a real unstable feel and almost out of control. My wife drove my 04 Pilot to work and said it was scary when she hit a series of potholes in the road. I looked at the rear shocks and the right had some oil on it. When I removed it and worked it in and out there was no resistance. I went back with the MONROE Sensa-Tracs, problem solved. Do the rear first I don't think you need to worry about the front. I now have a smooth and stable ride. I also installed a pair of Air Lift 1000 on the rear to help offset the negitave camber and rear tire wear when loaded with people and luggage.

Caf2461 · 01-13-2010, 08:26 PM

I am in the same boat and looking to hear from others whom have replaced them.

humanoid · 01-13-2010, 08:40 PM

Check your motor mounts too if you hear clunking. I had to have the front one replaced at 45K miles after hearing some clunking. I was gone for a bit, but I think the other 2 are gone now too.

tangotango99 · 01-13-2010, 10:12 PM

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Originally posted by OvalG
o4 Pilot EX-L, 62,000 miles.
Considering new shocks/struts as any roughness on road...i.e...potholes, general depressions..etc. seem to hit "hard" and noisy. Also I've heard that factory shocks/struts should be replaced after 50,000 miles.(you know what "they" say)

So, IF I do replace...KYB GR-2 or MONROE Sensa-Tracs?(or something different?)
Also, do I need the replacement mounting kit and boot kit? Mounting kit is $50 each and boot kit $12 more on the KYB site

What are your thoughts?
Thanks
MG

I just installed KYB's with mounting kits front and also back shocks(did the back myself) miles on my pilot 126,000 still with original plugs, ride have improved 60% motor mounts are next.

Sportymonk · 02-01-2010, 09:18 AM

I just had the front struts and the ear shocks replaced. Firestone dealer used MONROE Sensa-Tracs. Ride is great.

I had 115,000 on my 05 and the Honda dealer said they needed replacing. $615 at local Honda dealer, $345 at Firestone in Raleigh (cheaper than Rocky Mount Firestone). Rear shocks were $304 at Honda, $209 at Raleigh Firestone.

Got hit with the "They say" also. Not sure they really needed it but the tires had developed cupping and I trust the recommendation of the Honda dealer (just don't like his prices).

Have heard motor mounts can be a weak spot on the Pilot based on what I have read here over the years.

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Originally posted by Caf2461
I am in the same boat and looking to hear from others whom have replaced them.

sblvro · 02-01-2010, 09:37 AM

how do you guys like the ride of the monroe sensa tracs? at 175k miles, I'm still on my stock oem KYB. are the monroe's gas-filled vs KYB? thanks!

01-01-2010, 07:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
OvalG Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Shocks/struts o4 Pilot EX-L, 62,000 miles. Considering new shocks/struts as any roughness on road...i.e...potholes, general depressions..etc. seem to hit "hard" and noisy. Also I've heard that factory shocks/struts should be replaced after 50,000 miles.(you know what "they" say) So, IF I do replace...KYB GR-2 or MONROE Sensa-Tracs?(or something different?) Also, do I need the replacement mounting kit and boot kit? Mounting kit is $50 each and boot kit $12 more on the KYB site What are your thoughts? Thanks MG __________________ Mark 2004 EX-L RES Nighthawk Black Pearl

01-13-2010, 08:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
humanoid Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sunny SoCal Posts: 2,970 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Check your motor mounts too if you hear clunking. I had to have the front one replaced at 45K miles after hearing some clunking. I was gone for a bit, but I think the other 2 are gone now too. __________________ 2005 EX-L Sage Brush Pearl -->OEM Running Boards, OEM rear mud guards, OEM crossbars, AVS bug deflector, 5000K HIDs, OEM Accord EX emblem, full sized spare, Hella FF 75 driving lamps, Nifty CatchAll Mats <------------ click here first, n0oB!!!

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sblvro Super Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: chicago&michigan&arkansas Posts: 2,043 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	how do you guys like the ride of the monroe sensa tracs? at 175k miles, I'm still on my stock oem KYB. are the monroe's gas-filled vs KYB? thanks! __________________ 2003 starlight silver pilot EX-LRES 2003 black onyx Lexus IS300 1988 mitsubishi galant sigma 203000 miles and running 2006 evolution IX MR(RIP) 2009 black raven escalade hybrid http://www.doctorownedcars.com/

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01-05-2010, 10:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
chas22 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 174 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I don't think the OEM rear shocks hold up very well. I noticed that if I hit a bump in the road while going around a curve that I had a real unstable feel and almost out of control. My wife drove my 04 Pilot to work and said it was scary when she hit a series of potholes in the road. I looked at the rear shocks and the right had some oil on it. When I removed it and worked it in and out there was no resistance. I went back with the MONROE Sensa-Tracs, problem solved. Do the rear first I don't think you need to worry about the front. I now have a smooth and stable ride. I also installed a pair of Air Lift 1000 on the rear to help offset the negitave camber and rear tire wear when loaded with people and luggage.

01-13-2010, 08:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
Caf2461 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 130 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I am in the same boat and looking to hear from others whom have replaced them.

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