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#213 of 1052 It's chilly here in North Texas by dako_tian Dec 06, 2003 (2:52 pm)
50 degrees (Fahrenheit) feeling like 47 (Hey, it's Texas and its supposed to be HOT!). No precip nor much hope of any.   It's considerably chillier here in the forum though!
#214 of 1052 Step ups vs sideboards by rdelaney1 Dec 06, 2003 (7:49 pm)
Has anyone installed running boards or step ups themselves. These can be ordered so much cheaper from online accessory dealers rather than from the dealer. I had the dealer install fog lights for about $500 - ouch! I really want a step up for my kids - any helpful hints? My Pilot will be here in 2 weeks!
#215 of 1052 rdelaney Step ups by terumi1 Dec 07, 2003 (6:52 am)
No, I havent installed them myself as I was able to negotiate an installed price equal to the prices at handa-accessories.com for the running boards and other accessories from the dealer. I posted those installed options somewhere in this forum.   The only thing I would have done differently is ordered the chrome ones for I think $450.00 vs the $418.00 I paid for the black running boards. Just because our Pilot is black. The chrome ones were something I didn't think of and would have jazzed up the look nicely. So just in case you didnt think of it! Because now I kind of regret it!   The web site includes installation instructions. It actually looks pretty easy for the running board installation. I think that you might need to buy or borrow from a buddy that torque wrench, though. But it looks like the holes are pre-drilled, which is the most important thing. Because then no template and judgment about where to mount them exactly.   Check out the installation instructions and have a look for yourself.
#216 of 1052 DVD Player for 2004 LX by fellowes Dec 07, 2003 (5:40 pm)
I want a DVD player in a 2004 Honda Pilot LX. (I really don't want to pay $5,000 for the EX Leather Entertainment package just to get a DVD player for the kids). Any experiences or suggestions?
#217 of 1052 Just bought an EX and I like it by camster Dec 07, 2003 (7:31 pm)
We alos owhn a Honda van - LX model. Still like it but I'm liking the climate control, CD, etc you get with an EX. I'm hoping it will have better resale value too.   No leather or nav.
#218 of 1052 More about EX by camster Dec 07, 2003 (7:33 pm)
I already own a Garmin navigation system ($750) and have a 'Fun TV' from Target ($125). Works for me.
#219 of 1052 Sunroof - can't be that bad by camster Dec 07, 2003 (7:39 pm)
A good shop can add a sunroof - and probably make your SUV two feet longer. Really it's just a car.   However, I wouldn't be surprised if a leaking sunroof was defered to the shop that installed it.   BTW I couldnt' get a dealer to put heated seats in my Honda van. (They would 'force' almost every other option on me, but no sears). Finally did it myself from a 'good' shop for $250. Still working 3 years later.
#220 of 1052 Side Steps Questions, Exaust Tips terum1, gbrozen, sjwsmw by mrkn Dec 08, 2003 (5:55 am)
Thank to all for the tip on exhaust tips. I just ordered some.   I just picked up my Honda pilot over the weekend and noticed that my seven year old daughter has a bit of trouble getting into the vehicle. For those of you that have side steps or running boards are they actually helpful?   Which do you prefer (sidesteps or running boards). They also seem very expensive. Aren't they just plastic. I would imagine they don't have much resale value. Is it safe for a 270 lb person to step on them, or would they break off.   Any input would be appreciated.
#221 of 1052 mrkn by itsmedude Dec 08, 2003 (6:39 am)
I have a 8 year old and a 5 year old and the sidesteps help a lot for them to get in and out of vehicle. I like sidesteps because it looks sportier. I got the black ones and they are made of steel. It is like a steel tube. I am 170 pounds and can stand on it without feeling it move at all. There are lots of bolts that must be tighten and probably take you a good 2 hours to install. Pain in the butt job as you must lie down to tighten the bolts.
#222 of 1052 mrkn Side Steps by terumi1 Dec 09, 2003 (4:15 pm)
I got the running boards and if I had to do it again, I would prefer the side steps. Me personally, the chrome ones. Only because my pilot is black and I think it would have been a nice look.   The running boards, however, are a nice look. Just not as nice as I think it could have been.   Looks aside, they are solid. But.....I dont think they stick as far out to the sides as the steps. Not sure about this....just my hunch. Never measured or stepped onto the side step ones. But the running boards kind of recess a little bit. You might have to be more inclined to find it with your foot than the side steps. Im sure the dealer will have both for your own, "foot test".   I would think would hold 270#. Both styles.   Running boards are steel, same as the side steps.   In closing, in truth, I dont use the running boards as a step into the car. My son does, though. And my parents when they come to visit do. I like the running boards. But think the chrome side steps would have looked sportier on my black pilot.   Hope it helps!

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