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#1015 of 1069 Dealer installed accessories - this pricing seems outrageous by mchall Mar 10, 2008 (3:11 pm)
I just got a quote from the Honda dealer for the following accessories, which I was considering for my new CR-X that I want to buy this week. The pricing is about 1.5 to 2 times higher than the accessories quotes on Honda's website. The excuse is that the pricing from Honda does not include installation. Still, this seems way out of line:   Roof Rack-$367 Trailer Hitch, received & harness-$784 Moonroof visor-$200 All season mats-$154 Cargo Tray-$119 Auto/Day night mirror-$502 Fog Lights -$805 Remote Start-$809   My hubby is not handy - so I think the only things we can handle ourselves are the cargo tray and the mats. Any thoughts on this pricing?   Thanks! Replies to this message: dougjustdoug (Mar 11, 2008 4:50 am) diesellabs (Mar 14, 2008 1:59 am) droy224 (Mar 22, 2008 11:45 am)
#1016 of 1069 Re: Dealer installed accessories - this pricing seems outrageous [mchall] by dougjustdoug Mar 11, 2008 (4:50 am)
Replying to: mchall (Mar 10, 2008 3:11 pm) Yes, new car dealer prices for labor are much higher than independent mechanics, and the price from Honda dealers to install OEM accessories "should" be about the same everywhere. Believe me, you can do the cargo rack yourself. Even someone who isn't mechanically inclined could do it in about 30 minutes. Obviously, charging to "install" mats and trays is totally ridiculous. I'm not familiar with the moon roof visor, so I can't comment on it. The hitch and associated wiring is very doable for folks with a bit of mechanical skill -- you may have a friend or family member who could do the job for a beer or two. The remainder of the accessories you mention would be best left to the dealer IMHO. BTW, you can easily find .pdf files of the installation instructions for Honda accessories on the 'Net; the same instruction sheets that Honda supplies to its dealers.
#1017 of 1069 Re: Dealer installed accessories - this pricing seems outrageous [mchall] by diesellabs Mar 14, 2008 (1:59 am)
Replying to: mchall (Mar 10, 2008 3:11 pm) One advantage of having Honda dealer install the accessories is that they are covered under the Honda new-car warranty (3/36K).   That being said, do the mats and cargo liner yourself.   I had trailer hitch and wiring harness installed at a local truck/trailer shop for about $250.   The auto dim mirror installation is very complex - leave it to the dealer unless you're very accomplished removing interior parts and pieces.   Foglights were installed by dealer as part of purchase, so don't know exact cost.   Don't know about remote start installation.   Suggest you look at HandAAccessories web site and download pdfs for installation instructions for things you are interested in.
#1018 of 1069 Automatic on/off headlights by tdiidman Mar 14, 2008 (2:27 am)
Has anyone heard about the feasibility of converting the headlights in a 2008 CR-V to auto on/off headlights? Would it be technically very difficult and/ or just cost prohibitive to do so? Who could do this sort of work? Thanks! Replies to this message: blueiedgod (Mar 18, 2008 5:23 am)
#1019 of 1069 Honda wood trim kit by tdiidman Mar 14, 2008 (2:30 am)
Has anyone installed the 9 piece Honda wood trim kit in a 2007-2008 CR-V. How does it look with the gray leather interior? I have the EX-L with navigation model.
#1020 of 1069 Re: Automatic on/off headlights [tdiidman] by blueiedgod Mar 18, 2008 (5:23 am)
Replying to: tdiidman (Mar 14, 2008 2:27 am) Has anyone heard about the feasibility of converting the headlights in a 2008 CR-V to auto on/off headlights? Would it be technically very difficult and/ or just cost prohibitive to do so? Who could do this sort of work? Thanks!   Everything is possible. There are electronic modules out there that allow you to do that. The cheapest way is to solder a photo sensor and relay kit together. most electronics stores have those kits for $5-$8. Then wire the kit in parallel with the headlight switch, and if you want to, you can solder a timer kit as well, so that the headlights stay on for 1-5 minutes after you shut off the engine. The timer kit is about another $5-$8.
#1021 of 1069 Re: Dealer installed accessories - this pricing seems outrageous [mchall] by droy224 Mar 22, 2008 (11:45 am)
Replying to: mchall (Mar 10, 2008 3:11 pm) If you haven't bought them from the dealer yet, DON'T. Try www.hondapartsdeals.com. I bought the accessories for my 2005 and new 2008 CR-V from them. The roof rack was only $205!!!! It was also incredibly easy to install. You can get the installation instructions on the web (search on installation instructions honda accessories). Or, you can still buy them online and have your dealer, or some other handy person, install them for you. I had bought the woodgrain kit for my 2005 CR-V and had the dealer install that. I'm about to attempt installing the moonroof visor now. Oh, and I'm a professional female who's somewhat handy. (All you need to be able to do is follow instructions and use a screwdriver!)   Hope this helps. Good luck.
#1022 of 1069 Re: iPOD adapter [diesellabs] by droy224 Mar 22, 2008 (11:47 am)
Replying to: diesellabs (Mar 06, 2008 2:56 pm) the iPod plays nicely, but nothing shows on the screen (I have the NAV screen). Also, you need to control it from the iPod (except for volume).
#1023 of 1069 Where to buy 2008 Honda CR-V Side Mouldings? by sincero5 Mar 31, 2008 (7:41 am)
What are reputable sites for ordering accessories like side mouldings? I've seen a few mentioned already. Replies to this message: tdiidman (Mar 31, 2008 11:35 am) shadowbeen (Mar 31, 2008 6:34 pm) sincero5 (Apr 01, 2008 7:07 am) ccacp (Apr 09, 2008 2:21 pm)
#1024 of 1069 Re: Where to buy 2008 Honda CR-V Side Mouldings? [sincero5] by tdiidman Mar 31, 2008 (11:35 am)
Replying to: sincero5 (Mar 31, 2008 7:41 am) I've ordered accessories and parts for Hondas from hondapartsdeals.com, a Rhode Island dealership with an internet sales division. I have nothing but praise for them- I think their prices are reasonable (usually at least a 20% discount off of MSRP) and they ship out orders promptly (if they don't have the part or accessory in stock, they can usually get it from a nearby warehouse the next day and then it gets sent out that day). Good luck!

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