My pilot w/ premium running boards

[amberlin]

Originally Posted by desco

Got my permium runnig boards and added puddle lights, found these at ebay, they fit in the gap that hold the bolts, and have 3M peel off, just feed it through the round openning.

Hey desco,

How did you wire the the lights? I was going to add them to the premium boards w/o lights. I planning to follow the youtube video for the premium boards but not sure how to connect them since they won't have 2-pin connector. Did you wire them directly?

Thanks
AA

[desco]

Hi, I wired them directly via the hole in the floor used for the ligted boards, kept the round plug made alittle hole for the wire and added black silicone. The wires were soldered to the light wiring, I took the plastic conector off to leave the spades free and be able to solder.

[thrash_273]

does all oem sidebar/board needs riv nut?

[RSQ Pilot]

Originally Posted by thrash_273

does all oem sidebar/board needs riv nut?

2009-2013, yes...1 per side at rear bracket

[thrash_273]

Originally Posted by RSQ Pilot

2009-2013, yes...1 per side at rear bracket

whats the significance of this riv nut? is it a must?

[thrash_273]

this can be a riv nut alternative as well. (since i have it on my previous purchase)

[RSQ Pilot]

Originally Posted by thrash_273

this can be a riv nut alternative as well. (since i have it on my previous purchase)

Not familiar with this set-up is it a Honda OEM kit, if so the instructions should explain its use.

[DSCLegend]

I'm trying to DIY, found this "Riveter" from Harbor Freight. Will this work?
45 Piece Threaded Insert Riveter Kit

[exridgeline]

Originally Posted by DSCLegend

I'm trying to DIY, found this "Riveter" from Harbor Freight. Will this work?
45 Piece Threaded Insert Riveter Kit

Short answer is No

To be specific;
This tool installs standard (imperial) inserts not metric and the running bard hardware is metric.
Replacing the two bolts that thread into the inserts with imperial bolts will not take care of the issue.
The largest size insert that tool will install is 1/4-20. The hole where the insert is installed is sized for a bolt with a 13 mm head which probably has 8 mm threads. 8 mm threads would be approximately equal to a 5/16 bolt.
Net the largest insert this tool will handle is about 1/16 smaller than what would be needed for this application if using imperial bolts and inserts.

[GMooney]

I am interested in installing 2010 Acura MDX running boards on my 2010 Pilot. THe Honda Premium boards a re nice, the Acura running boards are Nicer!

Has anyone tried this?