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Re: ODY cargo board? [otguy]
by davant
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Sep 22, 2006 (6:29 pm)
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Replying to: otguy (Jul 10, 2006 1:15 pm)
The cargo board is different from the cargo tray. The tray is for catching fluids, containing sand, whatever fills you Ody. The board is actually two composite felt covered boards, each supported by U-shaped tubing and a plastic edge that supports the boards. Each has a hinge on the front edge but still allows the tubing and board to be two parts (4 parts in the set). There are lanyards and hooks to catch on the headrests so the boards can stay up while loading. I bought it for the flexibility to make the larger board into a table. I mostly use it as a platform when the third row is up and it creates hidden storage beneath each section, split 60/40 like the seats. I have the clear mat set (can't remember the name) that fits four rows nicely and the rear most section covers the boards or the cubby bottom perfectly. The only drawback is the space they take up when you want a flat floor and they spend most of their lives in the garage since we do more cargo hauling than we have people in the third row. The grey nappy felt is durable enough but seems stain prone and wet soaking might warp or degrade the pressed board. The table is handy for impromptu picnics but the expanding legs aren't height adjustable so it's awkward but nearly perfect for kids. Overall worthwhile if you want flexibility but under used here.
Between this hiding spot and the lazy sue in our '06 Touring, there's more than enough space; we're fully loaded with boxes and an 8 ft table up the middle right now.
This darn Ody-MV has more usable space than our '03 Expie EB ever did and gets nearly twice the MPG!
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- #652 of 902
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Remote Starter
by drjcl
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Sep 25, 2006 (3:55 pm)
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What is the best remote starter for this vehicle? I would like to be able to start the van (and the air conditioning) from hundreds of feet away. I heard that KARR makes one, but I do not see it on their website. Any ideas? email directly at azddd cox.net
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- #653 of 902
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Re: 2006 Honda Odyssey Rof Box [user777]
by 01intrigue
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Oct 05, 2006 (8:14 pm)
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Replying to: user777 (Jul 15, 2006 6:32 pm)
Wind resistance would seem to be diminished by having the hardshell roof carrier on the crossbars, because the air can flow both below and above/around the carrier. Our former 2000 Silo got 22 MPG with a full load in the van plus 100 lbs in the 20 Cubic Foot Sears carrier over 2500 miles. We traded the Silo (114K miles) for a 2006 Ody EXL this past Saturday, and I got the dealer to toss in the crossbars as part of the deal (28345 minus 3500 for Silo). Why carmakers now do not include the crossbars (even GM now) can only be to get more money. Just like the Honda cargo trays, which are standard on GM minivans.
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- #654 of 902
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Re: 2006 Honda Odyssey Rof Box [01intrigue]
by sebring95
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Oct 06, 2006 (5:42 am)
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Replying to: 01intrigue (Oct 05, 2006 8:14 pm)
The bars themselves cause wind buffeting and can effect economy and noise. Slightly yes, but everything counts.
I never use a rooftop carrier so I could care less about the bars. I took them off my previous SUV's because they were ugly and in certain windy situations, quite buzzy. If you need the rooftop carriers...then by all means go for it.
But either way, as long as Honda is moving vehicles at a profit, they're not going to give you an inch more than they have to!
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- #655 of 902
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Re: 2006 Honda Odyssey Rof Box [01intrigue]
by user777
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Oct 08, 2006 (5:48 pm)
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Replying to: 01intrigue (Oct 05, 2006 8:14 pm)
look here under accessories for ML 05.
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/
looks like you saved $150 for getting the bars for free.
as i mentioned, on our LX, I had them leave them off.
i'm not sure i agree w.r.t. wind resistance of the hard shell carriers vs. a good roof sack with a low front profile like a Kanga.
i tend to agree with the other poster. for a seldom used feature (the cross bars, not the rails) the propensity to "sing" or vibrate when at speed is not worth it when they aren't needed. you can remove yours right?
when i need to really load the roof, i'll probably use 2x2s or 2x4s as cross members for the time it is necessary. so far in 3 years, i haven't had the need for cross members.
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- #656 of 902
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Re: Hitch Mount Bike Rack [dj123]
by fibber2
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Oct 13, 2006 (6:21 pm)
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Replying to: dj123 (Jun 26, 2006 11:58 am)
Sorry, John.. not been on the boards in a while.
I purchased the Yakima Fullswing 4 for use on my Honda OEM hitch. The 2" stingers fits the 2" receiver - no interface or adaptors required. Expensive, but very happy with it.
Steve
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Running Boards
by buikje
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Oct 18, 2006 (5:24 pm)
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Looking to buy our first Ody, and a dealer told me Running Boards were never an option on any year of an Odyssey...I find that hard to believe...aside from being attractive, they're very handy when using the roof rack as well as helping little ones in and out of the van...
Do any of you Ody owners have aftermarket ones? Thanks in advance!
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- #658 of 902
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Re: Running Boards [buikje]
by sebring95
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Oct 19, 2006 (5:49 am)
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Replying to: buikje (Oct 18, 2006 5:24 pm)
The definitely are not a factory option, and I've never seen dealer-installed or aftermarkets for the new bodystyle. IMHO the current Ody sits too close to the ground as is.
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- #659 of 902
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Re: Running Boards [buikje]
by fx35awd
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Oct 19, 2006 (7:26 am)
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Replying to: buikje (Oct 18, 2006 5:24 pm)
I understand your concern as I have a daughter of my own. She has a difficult time getting in and out of an SUV, but that is why we sold our FX to buy this van. This van sits low enough that if you install any running board it would only scrape the curb when you parallel park. I have seen them installed on the Toyota Sienna and it appears like it is only four inches off the ground. Our typical curb is in California ranges from six to some time ten inches. Normally, I would I agree with you on appearance enhancement with the running board installed on a vehicle, but for some reason it looks out of place on a van because the van is low enough that when you install side steps or running board, they just protrude out of the van. However, I would agree with you on the accessing of the roof rack or washing the top of the van, but then you can always use a chair to wash the roof and how often do you travel to access your luggage and bags on top of the roof.
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Re: Running Boards [fx35awd]
by buikje
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Oct 19, 2006 (8:22 am)
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Replying to: fx35awd (Oct 19, 2006 7:26 am)
thanks a bunch....not having to get them saves me about $600 from what I allotted to buy the vehicle....
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