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#499 of 1087 Re: head unit [shizzle] by theracoon

Apr 29, 2005 (6:24 am)

Replying to: shizzle (Apr 28, 2005 8:12 pm)
I have a 1998 cr-v and i'm trying to take out the factory head unit. But I can't figure out how its supposed to come out. Can anyone help me out?
 
H and A Accessories posts the installation instructions for Honda accessories on their website. The one you want is: Single Disk CD Player, which includes instructions for removing the head unit. It takes awhile, maybe two hours to disassemble everything and then put it all back together.
 
Good luck

#500 of 1087 Re: Running Boards [rob18] by bshel

Apr 29, 2005 (12:29 pm)

Replying to: rob18 (Apr 25, 2005 7:16 pm)
rob18, from what I've heard of the oem running boards, they can be noisy, but are good as a step up. I'm very pleased with the usefulness of my oem side steps, as a way for me to wash and detail the roof of the V, as well as a step up into the V for myself and little ones. They are very quiet (air flow not a problem).

#501 of 1087 Re: Wanted Floor Console DVD player for 2005 CRV [hp95] by gr8smile1966

Apr 30, 2005 (6:51 am)

Replying to: hp95 (Apr 24, 2005 8:45 am)
hp95:
 
I have an 05 SE with the sunroof, and the dealership installed a ceiling mounted dvd player that doesn't affect the sunroof. The only drawback is that when my son is watching the dvd player, I can't see out of the rearview mirror.
 
I hope this helps!

#502 of 1087 Cargo Mats/dog barrier by gr8smile1966

Apr 30, 2005 (7:05 am)

Hi!
Does anyone have any advice in regards to the cargo mats? I am looking at buying the genuine Honda cargo tray for my 05 SE, but I have found other makes that are more inexpensive. I have taken the advice of others on this forum and went with Lloyd's Rubbertite floor mats, but didn't get the cargo mat yet. My cargo area will be used to transport my 2 big dirty dogs, so I would like as much protection for the entire area (including the seat backs, walls and bumper lip) as possible. I would also prefer a waterproof, easy to clean material that will take the abuse of my dirty dogs' paws!! And, of course, a perfect fit!! Any products out there that fit this description?
 
Also-- does anyone know of a dog barrier that will install/remove easily with the cargo cover installed?? (also with a good fit)?
Thanks for any advice!!

#503 of 1087 Wheels and tires for stability by tc4all

May 03, 2005 (7:36 pm)

I am about to buy a 2005 CR-V. My only concern is the "rollover" factor. I thought if I could widen the wheel base with wider tires and or wheels this would help. Can this be done and will it help? Any suggestions for what size to change to would be appreciated. I don't want to make major changes to the vehicle or to make it not street legal.

#504 of 1087 Re: Wheels and tires for stability [tc4all] by kyfdx@Edmunds HOST

May 04, 2005 (7:44 am)

Replying to: tc4all (May 03, 2005 7:36 pm)
Chances are... anything you do to the stock set-up will make it more unstable as regards to rollover...
 
The new '05 adds VSA (stability control) to what is already a very stable platform compared to most SUVs...
 
If the idea of rollover bothers you, you should probably stay away from SUVs altogether....
 
regards,
kyfdx

#506 of 1087 Re: Wheels and tires for stability [tc4all] by blueiedgod

May 05, 2005 (5:02 am)

Replying to: tc4all (May 03, 2005 7:36 pm)
I am about to buy a 2005 CR-V. My only concern is the "rollover" factor. I thought if I could widen the wheel base with wider tires and or wheels this would help. Can this be done and will it help? Any suggestions for what size to change to would be appreciated. I don't want to make major changes to the vehicle or to make it not street legal.
 
I think CR-V was rated the highest in governments static roll over test. If you are so concerned with roll overs you have 2 choices:
a) take corners slowly and pay attention to what is going on the road, so that you don't have to swerve at the last moment.
b) get a low slung car, or car in general.
 
Widenning the base can be acomplished with a different offset rims. But the more effective way to deal with roll over is to lower the center of gravity with a modfied suspension. This kind of defeats the purpose of having an SUV with ground clearance. I am still sticking with option b above.

#507 of 1087 Roll over mods by varmint

May 06, 2005 (10:00 am)

The CR-V was not rated the highest in the governments static tests. (The Pilot might have been at one point.) That said, the CR-V did fairly well in that test and, unlike the Ford Escape, it did not tip up onto two wheels during the dynamic test.
 
Most roll overs are caused when a vehicle is "tripped" after leaving the road. Single vehicle incidents where a vehicle rolls without hitting anything are not all that common. At least, they aren't any more common than other types of high risk accidents.
 
Generally, I agree with the above. Get a vehicle with a lower center of gravity. That's a much better choice than trying to mod a vehicle.

#508 of 1087 Radio "Aux" Button by dcobb

May 07, 2005 (1:56 pm)

I have noticed the label "Aux" stenciled above the CD/XM button on the radio of the 2005 CR-V SE I am considering. Can anyone tell me what that it for? Is it possible that I might be able to use "Aux" to connect my iPod to the CR-V radio?

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