But after the first couple years of the 3rd gen and the VCM/compliance bushings on early 2nd gens I don't think I'd qualify the impending 4th gen as reliable.I would wait for the new re-designed PIlot ... I hear it looks a lot more like the Ridgeline . Honda said online they have heard the cries from the public about how it was mistaken for the odyssey. Or maybe they just stopped here and saw how much we bash on the mini van look![]()
Well, I'm not on any Ridge froums, but.....I would wait for the new re-designed PIlot ... I hear it looks a lot more like the Ridgeline . Honda said online they have heard the cries from the public about how it was mistaken for the odyssey. Or maybe they just stopped here and saw how much we bash on the mini van look![]()
Much better off with a used Mercedes Bluetech diesel.But after the first couple years of the 3rd gen and the VCM/compliance bushings on early 2nd gens I don't think I'd qualify the impending 4th gen as reliable.
OP, I'd look for a '14 or '15... Pull the rear plugs on the VCM cylinders before purchasing, if all looks good disable the VCM right away. Freshen the fluids, do the timing belt (since all of the '15s are hitting 7 years this year being manufactured in '14) and enjoy.
I'd agree with the first part... once you add in the '06.1st gen: 07-08 (AWD preferred)
2nd gen: 13'-15'
3rd gen: '19-'21
@cintocrunch I just bought a '14...which cylinders are the VCM cylinders? I want to have my mechanic to specifically check those out after I have the vehicle.Pull the rear plugs on the VCM cylinders before purchasing, if all looks good disable the VCM right away.
I believe checking any of the rear cylinders is sufficient for checking the spark plugs, @Nail Grease is more familiar with which cylinders have the worst buildup.@cintocrunch I just bought a '14...which cylinders are the VCM cylinders? I want to have my mechanic to specifically check those out after I have the vehicle.
Thank you for this information.OP, I'd look for a '14 or '15... Pull the rear plugs on the VCM cylinders before purchasing, if all looks good disable the VCM right away. Freshen the fluids, do the timing belt
Yes, 100% Had a 1st Gen 07, only 'repair' in 160K was the alternator... other than the fact that that generation eats front struts....I'd agree with the first part... once you add in the '06.![]()
Change them. I didn’t think mine were bad either, but decided to change struts when I changed shocks. Absolutely handles like a new ride after - I learned from my local Honda master tech that the struts in the first and second Gen Pilots often just slowly weaken over time. They seldom leak or outright fail, instead they just slowly deteriorate as they absorb the miles.Still on original struts here. I suppose there will come a day, but as of yet I have no indication it's on the immediate horizon.
Good points but usually the nagging ends when they become the ex then the cycle repeats itself with the replacement at least thats my experience....sort of like worn or tired bits after the third set.Much like that nagging ex-girlfriend, you don't fully appreciate the improvement available until you complete the replacement.