Great video, looks like a lot of fun! I took my totally stock (including tires) 2007 Ridgeline to Uwharrie a few years ago and had a blast on the Wolves Den trail, but had to turn around at one spot. Amazing what you guys could do with better tires! Looking forward to more video.
Looks like a good time! That Honda civic with the big tires was awesome 😁! I always appreciate content with Brandon the adventure cat. I bet you could make a channel specifically centered around him and it would do awesome, haha!
15:49 "The stumps are real here". Haha yep, what nobody knows from the last time I was out there with you is I backed into one that was invisible from inside the Xterra. It dented up the plastic on the back bumper. (Fixed it the following weekend thanks to lkq having what I needed.) Always do a walk around if backing up, and if you're not sure of clearance, have a spotter.
@@no-lodesigns I was recently reliving our adventure to Flagpole Knob. That would be a good location if we can get Ben and Randy to travel that far... LOL
The outside temperature display is a factory option on the instrument cluster. You would cycle through display options with the trip meter button. My 07 has the base model cluster so it only has oil life, trip A and trip B.
I know you said you are running 245/75R/16 right now but have you tried using 265/70/16 with the 2.5 inch lift and 1" spacer? will it work? I just saw that my friends Tacoma has this size on and wanted your thoughts on this so I could make an educated decision on tires for mine. (2003 pilot, stock 16" rims). Thanks.
You give me more motivation with every video. I am curious though. How are you liking your engine mods? Any noticeable gains or any pros or cons to MPGs?
I don't have any hard data, but I do feel like it revs to higher RPMs more quickly. I also like the roar of the intake. I don't know if there is enough of a difference to justify the cost or removal of the stock intake.
I've been thinking about taking my '20 Ridgeline out there. Stock except for some good AT tires. What trails and route was this filmed on? Would love to know what trails I'm capable of clearing before I go.
I have found that trail difficulty can vary a lot from time to time. A skid plate is always a safe call around rocks. If you join the AWD festival OCT 18-20 we can help keep you safe. Tickets sold here campingrandy.com/
Welcome to the Channel. I have quite a few videos featuring the work I do on my Pilot. I recommend checking them out if you are interested in working on a Pilot. I am currently running 235-85-16 tires, but recommend 245-75-16. My current size required modifications and aren't ideal considering the gearing of the Pilot.
“AWD Fest” aka “Trail destruction fest”. I long for a day when these grocery getters and snow cars with no Lo-range start getting banned from trails. In 40 years of wheeling I’ve never seen such ruined trails as I have in the last few since awd and razors became popular.
How do you use a trail without damaging the trail? Do you stop using the trail when it is wet? With your logic you won't be on the trails soon either. No one will... I have seen more damage from 4wd vehicles blasting it.
Lol small tires spinning isn’t causing the damage you think they are. It’s the big ol open diff trucks with aggressive 35s+ MTs or boggers that are tearing up the trails.
hi) I'm watching your channel and I like the Honda pilot)) I also have a pilot in 2003) please tell me, do the owners of the Honda pilot in the USA do maintenance of the automatic transmission according to the regulations by disassembling it, changing all filters and rubber bands? or do they still drive until the last one until the automatic transmission dies? if there is a full automatic transmission service, then at what mileage does this happen? according to the regulations 200,000 km, (125,000 miles) and after that you need to change everything in the automatic transmission with analysis) I'm just curious) I received a contract automatic transmission from the USA with a mileage of 206,000 miles, so I do not know if they did it or not) please tell me
Welcome to the channel and thanks! I would say that fluid changes is the most you could expect to have been done to your transmission. Most in the US do not service or replace their transmissions until they run into a problem. My transmission is currently around 300K miles.
wow) and you have never opened the automatic transmission?300k miles is straight wow)))it's almost half a million km))) that's what Honda means, a reliable unit)@@GotterAdventure
This is awesome man. I love that you brought the animals.
They are a blast!
The Acu-wagon looks straight up like an Rc car at times!! So coool!!
It was so cool to see it in action!
Great video, looks like a lot of fun! I took my totally stock (including tires) 2007 Ridgeline to Uwharrie a few years ago and had a blast on the Wolves Den trail, but had to turn around at one spot. Amazing what you guys could do with better tires! Looking forward to more video.
Thanks! I think upgraded All Terrain tires are a great first step for those looking to hit fire roads and explore more.
Great great example of the VTM-4 being used at 13:22. Almost everything was identical both attempts except the use of the locker. Good stuff🎉
I always use the when in doubt lock it out approach. It makes the Pilot look really good when you clear obstacles on the first try.
Also needed the momentum
Looks like a good time! That Honda civic with the big tires was awesome 😁! I always appreciate content with Brandon the adventure cat. I bet you could make a channel specifically centered around him and it would do awesome, haha!
That is true! Brandon has been a great addition to the crew
15:49 "The stumps are real here".
Haha yep, what nobody knows from the last time I was out there with you is I backed into one that was invisible from inside the Xterra.
It dented up the plastic on the back bumper. (Fixed it the following weekend thanks to lkq having what I needed.)
Always do a walk around if backing up, and if you're not sure of clearance, have a spotter.
I did the same thing that trip! LKQ saved me too. Sometimes it is nice to wheel a super popular older vehicle.
No doubt when venturing off road more ground clearance is a most! Thanks for sharing!
That is true! Thanks for watching!
Thanks!
Thanks Randy! Stay tuned for next week's episode!
Great job covering the event! looking forward to the next installment!
Thanks! I am looking forward to the next festival. Do you know if any planning was done?
@@GotterAdventure nothing planned at this point.
@@no-lodesigns I was recently reliving our adventure to Flagpole Knob. That would be a good location if we can get Ben and Randy to travel that far... LOL
@@GotterAdventure that was a great time! We need to investigate that area more.
I have a 06 I'm wanting to install a ambient outside temperature sensor did yours come stock or maybe mine has it but idk how to use it lol
On My 07 I just press the small knob on the instrument cluster 1 or 2 times until I see the outside temperature.
Mine has it stock, you should be able to activate it by cycling through odometer options. Press the black stick by the odometer.
The outside temperature display is a factory option on the instrument cluster. You would cycle through display options with the trip meter button. My 07 has the base model cluster so it only has oil life, trip A and trip B.
@Sandmansa yea mine is just the base it doesn't have it I looked everywhere I wonder if I can install one on my car
@@jeremys5738 I didn’t know the base model lacks that feature. Installing an aftermarket temp sensor is very easy.
I know you said you are running 245/75R/16 right now but have you tried using 265/70/16 with the 2.5 inch lift and 1" spacer? will it work? I just saw that my friends Tacoma has this size on and wanted your thoughts on this so I could make an educated decision on tires for mine. (2003 pilot, stock 16" rims). Thanks.
I don't have experience with that size unfortunately. What does the internet say?
You give me more motivation with every video. I am curious though. How are you liking your engine mods? Any noticeable gains or any pros or cons to MPGs?
I don't have any hard data, but I do feel like it revs to higher RPMs more quickly. I also like the roar of the intake. I don't know if there is enough of a difference to justify the cost or removal of the stock intake.
Can a 40" tire be fitted on a honda pilot 2013?
Not easily, but things are rarely impossible with the right resources. LOL
I've been thinking about taking my '20 Ridgeline out there. Stock except for some good AT tires.
What trails and route was this filmed on? Would love to know what trails I'm capable of clearing before I go.
I have found that trail difficulty can vary a lot from time to time. A skid plate is always a safe call around rocks. If you join the AWD festival OCT 18-20 we can help keep you safe. Tickets sold here campingrandy.com/
Nice looking Pilot did you do the lift yourself, what size tires you running that?
Welcome to the Channel. I have quite a few videos featuring the work I do on my Pilot. I recommend checking them out if you are interested in working on a Pilot. I am currently running 235-85-16 tires, but recommend 245-75-16. My current size required modifications and aren't ideal considering the gearing of the Pilot.
@Gotter Adventure Thanks the reply I will check them out
When is this event ? And how do I attend?
They haven't scheduled the next event yet, but I will announce it on my channel. You can also join the Lifted Honda Society group on FB.
@@GotterAdventure thanks I'll do that
Hey we’re did you get your lift from
HRG and Flatout. I recommend either the 2” lift or the 3” ultimate lift and 245-75-16 at or mt tires
Oh boy now I need to lift my pilot lol
Make sure you stick with OEM axles or Napa if you lift. Not all aftermarket axels work well with the lift.
“AWD Fest” aka “Trail destruction fest”. I long for a day when these grocery getters and snow cars with no Lo-range start getting banned from trails. In 40 years of wheeling I’ve never seen such ruined trails as I have in the last few since awd and razors became popular.
How do you use a trail without damaging the trail? Do you stop using the trail when it is wet? With your logic you won't be on the trails soon either. No one will... I have seen more damage from 4wd vehicles blasting it.
Lol small tires spinning isn’t causing the damage you think they are. It’s the big ol open diff trucks with aggressive 35s+ MTs or boggers that are tearing up the trails.
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hi) I'm watching your channel and I like the Honda pilot)) I also have a pilot in 2003) please tell me, do the owners of the Honda pilot in the USA do maintenance of the automatic transmission according to the regulations by disassembling it, changing all filters and rubber bands? or do they still drive until the last one until the automatic transmission dies? if there is a full automatic transmission service, then at what mileage does this happen? according to the regulations 200,000 km, (125,000 miles) and after that you need to change everything in the automatic transmission with analysis) I'm just curious) I received a contract automatic transmission from the USA with a mileage of 206,000 miles, so I do not know if they did it or not) please tell me
Welcome to the channel and thanks! I would say that fluid changes is the most you could expect to have been done to your transmission. Most in the US do not service or replace their transmissions until they run into a problem. My transmission is currently around 300K miles.
wow) and you have never opened the automatic transmission?300k miles is straight wow)))it's almost half a million km))) that's what Honda means, a reliable unit)@@GotterAdventure