Bit the Bullet went for a new car :) - Honda Pilot

scharnhorst · 02-29-2008, 10:16 PM

Said I was going to do it but to be honest it was far from easy. My pilot had be absolutely perfect for the 3years and 35k. Never once did it give me any trouble with any part of the vehicle! It worked perfectly everytime just like the day I brought it home. Its awd and excellent suv characteristics i'm sure saved my life as I did some dumb things with it that it was never designed to do

but it always kept me safe, even when someone hit me.

I know I know why would I get rid of my pilot if it was so perfect??? I'm not married, i'm 20 years old, and I rarely have any task which requires such an extreme amount of space as to make the pilot useful for me. The size is fantastic when it is being used and I even like large vehicles its just impracticle for me.

So I introduce a new member to my family for better or for worse here she is Maggie. Just like its predecessor I have begun adding a few mods to make it my own.

Just like to thank everyone for all the help and advice i've gotten over the years. Don't worry I'm not going anywhere whenever I've had questions I have always received a prompt and correct answer. Always check this forum periodically for updates and still love Honda and Acura. So far i'm learning a lot about cars, I put on the new intake and researched all about new exhaust and think I got the one that fits me.

By the way I just used a clay bar for the first time and it works great, should've been doing it to the pilot the whole time! Wish I hadn't gotten black again but when I saw this one I had to take it

rlapid · 02-29-2008, 10:53 PM

very nice! looks great against that malibu coastline. what kind of exhaust system are you hooking up?

scharnhorst · 02-29-2008, 11:02 PM

Just put it on the other day company in irvine called Zoomers.
http://www.zoomersexhaust.com/zoomers_technology.asp
Certainly wasn't cheap but they are quality guys with lifetime warranty and an excellent product. shocked at the increase in power and its nice and quiet until you step on it. I am little annoyed by how loud it can be inside the car but I've been told its just that way since its a station wagon

**colorider** · 02-29-2008, 11:10 PM

Moved to Off-topic..........

jdeanski · 02-29-2008, 11:27 PM

Ok............I'm home from an extended Happy Hour.................maybe my eyes can't focus real well but what is Maggie? It it a Dodge?

scharnhorst · 03-01-2008, 12:06 AM

lol yeah its a dodge magnum, maggie is my name for her like the pilot she was black betty. Maggie is actually weighs more than the pilot also

JaTe · 03-01-2008, 08:04 AM

5.7L with SRT8 wheels? looks sharp. Any more pics?

The Green Hornet · 03-03-2008, 01:36 AM

But it's a dodge??????

N_Jay · 03-03-2008, 07:36 AM

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Originally posted by The Green Hornet
But it's a dodge??????

Its OK, he only keeps them for 35K and I hear Dodges are good for 50 to 80K these days.

GreenMachine · 03-03-2008, 02:15 PM

Looks nice!

Since they are not going to make them anymore in the near future, I bet you got a GOOD deal.

scharnhorst · 03-04-2008, 01:07 PM

Yep I got a great deal and it only has 20k in miles

. Those are charger srt8 rims which I prefer more than the magnum ones plus I found a great deal on those so I had to jump on it.

I know its a dodge everytime it starts up with no problems their will be a big smile on my face

But i do have a very good warranty for another 4 years so when something does break it shouldn't be a catostrophe

I've got it tuned, with new intake, and exhuast so i'm close to 400hp. Not going to lie in the city with my foot heavy on the gas its gets pretty awful gas mileage! On the few long trips i've had i've seen upto 27-28mpg. I would say for my normal habit driving i get only a slight improvement over the pilot so if you look at it from that point its not big change.

Yeah i'll post some more pics when I get my two other goodies on, chin spoiler, and headlight halos (which i'm scared to install having to take apart the headlight).

thats correct they only made about 150,000 of them of all different models and types over the 3years. Not saying they will be collected in the future but i can dream

scharnhorst · 03-06-2008, 01:16 AM

One thing magnum has over the pilot is the amount of aftermarket products you can buy

But I went to talk to my local dodge dealership and not sure what to think but 05 has a 7 year 70,000 powertrain and i'm positive on this and this jerk tried to tell me its 3 year 36,000 miles. I had to threaten to sue before he "checked his files" and saw I was correct. Little bit scary there since i've only had good experiences with my honda dealer

02-29-2008, 10:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
scharnhorst Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Malibu CA Posts: 101 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Bit the Bullet went for a new car :) Said I was going to do it but to be honest it was far from easy. My pilot had be absolutely perfect for the 3years and 35k. Never once did it give me any trouble with any part of the vehicle! It worked perfectly everytime just like the day I brought it home. Its awd and excellent suv characteristics i'm sure saved my life as I did some dumb things with it that it was never designed to do but it always kept me safe, even when someone hit me. I know I know why would I get rid of my pilot if it was so perfect??? I'm not married, i'm 20 years old, and I rarely have any task which requires such an extreme amount of space as to make the pilot useful for me. The size is fantastic when it is being used and I even like large vehicles its just impracticle for me. So I introduce a new member to my family for better or for worse here she is Maggie. Just like its predecessor I have begun adding a few mods to make it my own. Just like to thank everyone for all the help and advice i've gotten over the years. Don't worry I'm not going anywhere whenever I've had questions I have always received a prompt and correct answer. Always check this forum periodically for updates and still love Honda and Acura. So far i'm learning a lot about cars, I put on the new intake and researched all about new exhaust and think I got the one that fits me. By the way I just used a clay bar for the first time and it works great, should've been doing it to the pilot the whole time! Wish I hadn't gotten black again but when I saw this one I had to take it __________________ 2005 EX-L Black Fender Flares, Lower trim, fog lights, and bumper garnish

02-29-2008, 10:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
rlapid Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: West Sacramento, California Posts: 847 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	very nice! looks great against that malibu coastline. what kind of exhaust system are you hooking up? __________________ 2006 Pilot EX-LN 4WD \| Taffeta White \| "Amelia" OEM accessories: chrome side steps, crossbars, cargo tray, cargo cover, wheel locks, rear splash guards, door edge guards, full-size spare Aftermarket accessories: Yakima Big Powderhound, LED license plate and door bulbs, Infinity 6012i speakers, 4300k HID, 35% tint, Nokya yellow fogs + yellow Lamin-X

02-29-2008, 11:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
scharnhorst Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Malibu CA Posts: 101 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Just put it on the other day company in irvine called Zoomers. http://www.zoomersexhaust.com/zoomers_technology.asp Certainly wasn't cheap but they are quality guys with lifetime warranty and an excellent product. shocked at the increase in power and its nice and quiet until you step on it. I am little annoyed by how loud it can be inside the car but I've been told its just that way since its a station wagon __________________ 2005 EX-L Black Fender Flares, Lower trim, fog lights, and bumper garnish

02-29-2008, 11:10 PM	#4 (permalink)
colorider Olde Timer Administrator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 6,772 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Moved to Off-topic.......... __________________ '10 Honda Pilot EX-L '11 Ford Mustang GT/CS '12 Yamaha XT1200Z Enjoy Life Today Yesterday Is Gone Tomorrow May Never Come

02-29-2008, 11:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
jdeanski Drill Here, Drill Now Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Florida Posts: 1,839 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Ok............I'm home from an extended Happy Hour.................maybe my eyes can't focus real well but what is Maggie? It it a Dodge? __________________ 2004 Starlight Silver, OEM Self installed accessories: Rear Splash Guards, Running Boards, Trailer Hitch with Wiring Harness, Auto Dim Mirror, Cargo Tray, Chrome Exhaust Tips. Non OEM self installed: PIAA Extreme White Headlight Bulbs, USA Spec 6 Disc OEM type Changer, Polk db 65 speakers in front and rear doors, K&N Filter, Hardwired Valentine V1, Redline Water Wetter, Weathertech License Plate Frame, In Channel Weatherflectors, Audiovox Express, Catch-All Premium Mats, Michelin Cross Terrain's, Real Rosewood Dash Kit from Sherwood, Fullsize Spare, Bosch Micro Edge Excel Wiper Blades, T-Rex Billet Grill, Mobil 1 0w20 Oil, TYC clear taillights, garmin nuvi 660 1984 Jeep CJ7 2004 Pontiac Vibe

03-01-2008, 12:06 AM	#6 (permalink)
scharnhorst Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Malibu CA Posts: 101 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	lol yeah its a dodge magnum, maggie is my name for her like the pilot she was black betty. Maggie is actually weighs more than the pilot also __________________ 2005 EX-L Black Fender Flares, Lower trim, fog lights, and bumper garnish

03-01-2008, 08:04 AM	#7 (permalink)
JaTe Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bel Air, MD Posts: 53 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	5.7L with SRT8 wheels? looks sharp. Any more pics? __________________ '08 Honda Pilot EX-L w/Navi - Dog Hauler '07 Honda Accord EX-L V6 - Daily Driver '05 BMW M3 ZCP - My Toy

03-03-2008, 01:36 AM	#8 (permalink)
The Green Hornet Stay at home dad Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: North Dakota Posts: 40 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	But it's a dodge??????

03-03-2008, 02:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
GreenMachine Super Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Orange Park, FL Posts: 1,488 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Looks nice! Since they are not going to make them anymore in the near future, I bet you got a GOOD deal. __________________ 2001 CR-V EX Automatic - Clover Green Pearl - Westin Safari Bar; OEM skidplate, fog lights, roof rack, cargo mat, & passenger arm rest; Benevento Bug shield;225/70/15 Geolandar HT's 2006 Pilot EX 4WD - Steel Blue - OEM Auto Day/Night mirror, retractable cargo cover, backup sensors, mud guards, and cargo tray. Full set of Pilotpads from Wong. 2010 Camaro 1SS RS, LS3, 6sp Manual, Sunroof, B.A. Audio

03-04-2008, 01:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
scharnhorst Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Malibu CA Posts: 101 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yep I got a great deal and it only has 20k in miles . Those are charger srt8 rims which I prefer more than the magnum ones plus I found a great deal on those so I had to jump on it. I know its a dodge everytime it starts up with no problems their will be a big smile on my face But i do have a very good warranty for another 4 years so when something does break it shouldn't be a catostrophe I've got it tuned, with new intake, and exhuast so i'm close to 400hp. Not going to lie in the city with my foot heavy on the gas its gets pretty awful gas mileage! On the few long trips i've had i've seen upto 27-28mpg. I would say for my normal habit driving i get only a slight improvement over the pilot so if you look at it from that point its not big change. Yeah i'll post some more pics when I get my two other goodies on, chin spoiler, and headlight halos (which i'm scared to install having to take apart the headlight). thats correct they only made about 150,000 of them of all different models and types over the 3years. Not saying they will be collected in the future but i can dream __________________ 2005 EX-L Black Fender Flares, Lower trim, fog lights, and bumper garnish

03-06-2008, 01:16 AM	#12 (permalink)
scharnhorst Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Malibu CA Posts: 101 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	One thing magnum has over the pilot is the amount of aftermarket products you can buy But I went to talk to my local dodge dealership and not sure what to think but 05 has a 7 year 70,000 powertrain and i'm positive on this and this jerk tried to tell me its 3 year 36,000 miles. I had to threaten to sue before he "checked his files" and saw I was correct. Little bit scary there since i've only had good experiences with my honda dealer __________________ 2005 EX-L Black Fender Flares, Lower trim, fog lights, and bumper garnish

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