Voice your opinion... :D

If you could make a suggestion to Honda to make the the 07 Ridgeline Even better, what would it be? :confused:

1) fill the engine compartment with their new 3.7 liter, 300 HP engine (without sacrificing gas mileage, of course).

2) add the most popular accessories to the truck from the factory (ie. running boards, rear splash guards, foglights).

3) change the "packaging"- don't force a sunroof on a customer primarily interested in XM radio (and vice versa).

4) integrate the 2 rear headsets into the seat like the middle one.

5) improve the durability of the bed lining.

6) keep the grab handles on the inside front doors but change the color to something that better matches the interior. Silver is simply too obvious.

7) fix the problem with the locking system (all doors should unlock, not just the driver's).

8) make the accessory grille standard- To me, it looks much classier.

Package the truck with the trailer hitch and wiring harness. Make the brake controller be the 'add-on.' They did build this truck for towing, didn't they?

easy fellas......easy now...............but........................... :o
-power outlet in the trunk.
-figure out how to use the 3 cylinder displacment in this vehicle for better mpg (already in the oddysey and now chevy is claiming to have a handle on it for the trailblazer. come on honda, don't let em beat ya to it).
-AND YES, DON'T PACKAGE ALL TOGETHER JUST TO GET ONE OPTION. I WAS VERY DISSAPOINTED :mad: I WANTED SUNROOF AND NO RADIO. NOW I DON'T HAVE EITHER BECAUSE HONDA PULLED A FREAKING DOMESTIC MOVE :mad:
-move the cruise control main button to the steering wheel.
-softer leather for the rtl.
-less plastic in the interior.
-engineer the overdrive to kick in before 47-50 mph. needs to down shift
at around 35-40 for better mpg in the city.
-ease back on the cruise control acceleration...easy does it there boys.

1) Remove stupid Nav system warning screen

2) Full size spare

3) Fix door unlock software bug

4) Improve voice command system.

5) Reduce wind noise at highway speeds

6) Ground clearance - add some

7) DRL

8) optional accessory - headlight washers

9) Rear head rests - redesign

10) change plastic in areas I handle to a soft touch plastic. Sometimes I feel ike I am driving a giant rubbermaid truck

11) optional accessory - 110v outlet

12) Improve the shifter so you don't overshoot drive and drop into 2nd

13) Driver O'sh*& handle on A pillar

14) Radio system needs to produce better sound

15) Improve XM so you can enter the channel via a 10-key pad on the nav system

16) Move cruise control and fog light buttons so they can be reached and seen

17) Turn the headlights off when the ignition is off (currently they turn off AND beep???) One or the other please

18) auto tilt down on outside mirrrors for high end RL

19) trip computer

20) change the angle of the climate control LCD screen so it can be seen

21) increase the daytime brightness of the nav screen (they do make higher nit screens!)

22) Allow the driver to see tire temp and PSI (still default to just the idiot light)

23) Reduce steering wheel thickness

24) Improve steering wheel material

25) Heated steering wheel for high end RL

26) larger homelink buttons

27) seat back heater for passenger

28) higher torque at lower RPM for engine

29) Larger engine

30) Auto leveling air springs for rear

31) Cover the plastic bed with spray in bed liner to increase static friction and to decrease cosmetic stratches.

32) Include a real jack

33) Prewire for towing (this means all the wires, not half of them)

34) Gas struts for hood

Retrofit Accura type transmission control, giving the ability to select and hold any of the five transmission ratios via padles on steering wheel or up and down switch on selector.

Posibly a long bed option.

Larger engine, either more cylinders or dispacement, increased torque would let the engine loaf with out hunting for lower gears when you hit a swarm of nats. This would make the cruise control more usable and less hunting would probably increase fuel economy, if you can keep your foot out of the throttle.

Oh yaa, a Navigation Computer for the leather impaired.

Retrofit Accura type transmission control, giving the ability to select and hold any of the five transmission ratios via padles on steering wheel or up and down switch on selector.

Posibly a long bed option.

Larger engine, either more cylinders or dispacement, increased torque would let the engine loaf with out hunting for lower gears when you hit a swarm of nats. This would make the cruise control more usable and less hunting would probably increase fuel economy, if you can keep your foot out of the throttle.

lol........lol............"swarm of nats"....lol.. :)

* Redesign the windshield wipers

* Get rid of the audible tone for the rear window and give me visual indicators for all 3 rear windows on the dash, where the Door Open indicators are

1. Higher ground clearance
2. OPTIONAL DRL
3. Optional Navigation by-pass screen
4. ALL door unlock when into park
5. V-8
6. Lighted built in vanity on drivers side

That's enough for me. Not that I am unhappy with the way she sits this very moment...but everything has room for improvement, even Lady Regina!!

Here goes:

1. Just redo the front end Honda. It IS ugly, but you can do a lot better. Have you seen yourself from the rear? That looks great! Terrific detailing! Repeat in the front with a separate bumper. That all in one piece look up front looks good on your cars, but just doesn't cut it on your truck. Hint:
that's one design element that the Big 3 trucks excel at. Your current "face" is not in line with the freakin' bulldog drivin' attitude that you possess.

2. More low-end grunt. (Increase horsepower, torque, or both. I'll leave that up to the highly experienced Honda Engine folks)

3. Change the type of outside door handles to the design similar to what's on the RX-300. (they all have proper engineering names, but I can't remember the terms.)

4. Bose Sound system upgrade or just improve the mid frequencies and imaging in the existing one. For $35K, this truck deserves a better sound system.

5. While your working on the door handles, fix the way these doors stay open and that tinny sound. Jeez, I know it just got a 5 star crash test rating, but the doors are clunky in their action and sound cheap, especially with the window down. (although when ya close 'em and you're inside it sounds like a freakin vault, but the sound outside is cheap)

6. The quality of the leather steering wheel cover could use more "grip", change the dash material to the type used on, say, the ACCORD line, and the center console could be more sturdy. Mine is already kinda wobbly. And why is my passenger air bag cover already turning a different shade of green than the rest of the interior, which only highlights the fact that it is an air bag cover. That is sooooo Detroit!

7. Change the bed top coating with a more grippy, durable coating. Just the bed and up to the bed caps.

8. Change to a pump-type parking brake.

9. Power passesnger seat.

10. I would love to see thing thing in a true red. S2000 red. With matching red and black seats/interior. S2000.

11. Pay for the different in prinicple that I owe, so next year when you improve on these items we have talked about, I can trade mine in for the new one. :D I'll take mine in red...

First year improvements:

1 - Auto door locks that work like the manual says!
2 - Telescoping steering wheel
3 - adjustable footrest (or just not so high) and possibly adjustable peddles
4 - seat position memory
5 - trip/mileage computer
6 - Acura-style RPM/cruise control (?? heard about it here)
7 - Power side mirror folding (neat manual feature now, but kinda useless since have to get out and fold in/out)

These are relatively minor luxuries that would improve comfort and control.

There's only one that I haven't seen in here.

Move the gas cover release lever forward about 3-5 inches so you don't have to jam your hand between your seat and the door. I'm not large by any means but I don't want my watch scratching the Heck out of the door.

EZ solution Mayfielh, undress before filling up! That should create a stir at the station.

(goodnight, i'm tired!)

1- Disable nag screen on NAV after first viewing of it.

2- Enable trip computer.

3- Put a voice control button on the passenger side. I am the chief navigator and I would love to be able to talk to the NAV.

4- Design a place in the front to hang/mount a trash bag and store an umbrella.

5- Include door side pockets in the back seat area.

6- Reposition or redesign the back seat vents so that the vent knob doesn't get knocked off so easily.

7- Include some of the exterior accessories on the RTL trim model. I'd like to be able to identify the trim levels from the way they look.

8- Put and AUX jack in every trim level.

9- Better foot and knee space for short drivers. By the time I pull the seat up so I can reach the pedals, my legs are snugged right up to the underside of the dash.

10- Matching tint on the front seat windows.

11- If you don't make the hitch standard equipment (which I think you should), at least make the wiring accessible. Don't double tape the harness wiring in the bumper area. Put it and the wiring under the dash within easy reach.

12- Make it possible to shut both of the vents on the passenger side dash.

Oh, yeah:

13- More ground clearance AND a skidplate.

Of course, if Honda addresses even 1/2 of these requests for 2007, there will likely be a bunch of used RL's being traded in on the new and improved model! I experienced this back in '99 when I purchased a brand new Acura TL (new body style, etc.). They made so many improvements on the next year's model, I felt like I was driving an antique. Oh well, I'll enjoy the next year or so before I experience RL-envy when the 2007 hits the streets!

I felt like I was driving an antique.

Not an antique she'll be a classic. :cool:

We own a 2003 Pilot, first year production. Honda did a similar thing with first year Pilot owners as they are doing now with the Ridgeline. I can't tell you now exactly what they did change for 2004, but I do remember them adding an adjustable second seat (#1 complaint) and heated seats and mirrors. They also raised the price $500.

I wouldn't expect more than a few of these things to be changed in future years.

1. Make a Hybrid version

2. Change the huge silver door handles

3. Skidplates

4. Did I mention Hybrid?

All these requests are making me nervous, do I still want to go buy one?

OK, I bought one so now that I own one...

4. Memory on seat and mirrors.

5. Auto-dimming mirrors all around.

6. Numeric XM channel entry

7. Tilt the center of the dash (at least the radio/nav) towards the driver

I know what you mean, SSquire. But I think some of us Ridge owners are very spoiled! I was telling my wife about this conversation last night and said I should've written that I want my Ridge to.........well, you'll just have to imagine the rest of our conversation, for the kids' sake.

Actually, it is very nice as is. Living in this "always want more" culture, you don't really want to tell Honda that they can just stop here!

I know what you mean, SSquire. But I think some of us Ridge owners are very spoiled! I was telling my wife about this conversation last night and said I should've written that I want my Ridge to.........well, you'll just have to imagine the rest of our conversation, for the kids' sake.

Actually, it is very nice as is. Living in this "always want more" culture, you don't really want to tell Honda that they can just stop here!

LOL.......LET ME KNOW WHEN THEY ADD THAT OPTION!!!!! :D

And just imagine all the Ridgeline Widows after that!!

Would that be controlled via Voice Commands???? :eek:

Why does the movie Airplane come to mind? Auto Pilot? :rolleyes:

LOL Now that is funny...

1) lower side rails on bed for better side access
2) Ability for driver to select all 5 transmission speeds, like Subaru
3) low range gearing for easier downhill speed controll when offroading
4) less overall weight
5) less cost trim line (work truck option?)
6) better gas mileage

And in addition to that, tradeoff rear legroom to get more bed length. Or even better, add a new king cab body style to sell alongside the existing crew cab body style.

Put an accessory outlet along side of the AUX input, to recharge the iPod without having to string a cord down in front of the dash.

Do Not let this list prevent you from buying this year. This is an awesome vehicle and a blast to drive or ride in. There are so many things that I love about it that far outweigh the things I wish it had now.

Do Not let this list prevent you from buying this year. This is an awesome vehicle and a blast to drive or ride in. There are so many things that I love about it that far outweigh the things I wish it had now.[/QUOTE]

Yes.
This could go on forever. Enjoy your truck, I love mine.
Flaws and all.

O.K.

Drivers seat memory.
The dash could be better- easier reach, some button placements, hard to read temp controls.
Upgrade stereo (Bose,etc.) option. :)

1. Make a Hybrid version

2. Change the huge silver door handles

3. Skidplates

4. Did I mention Hybrid?

All these requests are making me nervous, do I still want to go buy one?


Remember one thing SSquire!! We may have requests but we still LOVE OUR HONDA!! If you wait to buy one, you'll be missing out on the ride of your life. I put most of the miles on her during the week but on the weekends I gladly turn the keys over to my better half so I can enjoy the other side of her beauty/comfort. Don't deny yourself this pleasure. Only special people see the real beauty in the Ridgeline and if you see it, you belong in one.
MHO!! :D

Let's see, I guess I can think of a couple of things.

1. An automatic switch to place headlights on when vehicle turned on.

2. Still need a fix for the sensor button, as the other guy who had this problem and had dealer fix, didn't respond with what the dealer did to fix.

3. Heated side mirrors, even on the RTs and RTSs. (My XL-7, that only cost 19,500 had heated mirrors, auto headlights if you wanted them, and a nicer trim inside).

That's it! Still love my truck at 8,500 miles. :)

While working on still more projects on our Ridgeline today, I thought of another option that would be outstanding:

Make an outside speaker in the trunk area for times you're working on your truck or you're having the best tailgate party in the world.

They have these outstide speakers on campers and motorhomes now, why not on a truck?

How about speed sensitive / auto adjusting volume control for the audio system and the Navi system. My Blazer had it and my Harley has it. It works great and I miss not having it.

That's a great idea. I also thought about the need for a mute button. I'd like that to hit when I get a phone call.

Make an outside speaker in the trunk area for times you're working on your truck or you're having the best tailgate party in the world.


If I remember correctly, the concept vehicle was advertised with truck bed speakers.

It was also advertised with Maglites attached to the inside of the front doors.

How about a little brother for the Ridgeline? If Honda built a smaller version of the Ridgeline based on the Element, I think that they would have another winner. My daughter has and Element and it is an amazing vehicle. If you have never driven one, ask you dealer for a test drive just for fun. You will be as amazed as I was. If Honda did their magic on the Element chassis to make it into a small pickup truck, they would own that market too. Remember the original Toyota and Datsun pickups? Imagine that size truck, built by Honda using todays technology.

I would really like to see Honda treat me like I just spent 35K. Considering the fact that we are in essence a "test group" and bugs will need to be worked on with a new introduction, I don't think it would be unreasonable to request that we get a loaner Ridgeline (co-op paid by Honda to the dealer) when we have to take ours in for gross manufacturing errors (Leaky Windshields for example). I realize it was my choice to buy a new intro vehicle, but I've gotta tell you, 35K (read FULL RETAIL) gets me a loaner vehicle at almost any other dealer.

And, by the way... Killer product, Honda. Absolute home-run.

I would really like to see Honda treat me like I just spent 35K. Considering the fact that we are in essence a "test group" and bugs will need to be worked on with a new introduction, I don't think it would be unreasonable to request that we get a loaner Ridgeline (co-op paid by Honda to the dealer) when we have to take ours in for gross manufacturing errors (Leaky Windshields for example). I realize it was my choice to buy a new intro vehicle, but I've gotta tell you, 35K (read FULL RETAIL) gets me a loaner vehicle at almost any other dealer.

And, by the way... Killer product, Honda. Absolute home-run.

I love Honda and normally would not buy a first year model but,
A Freakin' men!

1) Manual transmission (5 on the floor)
2) Hybrid
3) Aux input standard (for ipod, etc.)
4) CD player MP3 capable (no seperate MP3 player)
5) pre-wire XM radio for easy add on
6) Standard Honda config for lights (left stalk) and wipers (right stalk)
7) Navi available as add on
8) Locking tailgate
9) 5 MPH bumpers

Tusconridge,

I agree about that the dealer should offer a loaner under your circumstances and when similar situations arise. I do not think that it is too much to ask - but it should be offered. When a vehicle is in for routine service I do not think that a loaner should be expected. Routine service is my responsibility. What makes one dealer stand out among all of the others is when they meet or exceede reasonable expectations and deliver good customer service. It is these type of situations that make small purchase price differences insignificant. This goes right to the core of a discussion in the "Headlines" forum - "Buyers are liars..." that has been posted regarding the current state of affairs that the automobile industry is in. We all have to do what we need to do to find a dealer that meets or exceeds our expectations - weather it is price or service. The two are not necessarily mutually exclusive although the closer that the dealers come to delivering their products as a commodity with bare minimum profit margins the less that they will be willing or able to deliver any more than the bare minimum amount of customer service. I am very fortunate to have an exceptional traditional dealer in my area. We have an established relationship based on mutual respect and trust. Either one of us could destroy that relationship. It is a two-way street.
I ordered accessories from my dealer. They OFFERED a reasonable discount on them. I accepted their offer. I took my vehicle in on Thursday night (my choice) for a Friday installation appointment. When I got there to drop off my vehicle they put it inside for the night and had a loaner Ridgeline gassed up and ready to go for me. When I made the appointment the OFFERED a loaner. I did not have to ask. I am absolutely certain that if my wifes Accord, my daughters Element or our previous Hondas needed to go in for service under your circumstances that they would do exactly the same thing for us as they did for me last week. For what it is worth, I do not believe that I am treated in any special way or any differently than they treat their other loyal customers. Again, I am very fortunate to have a local dealer that has demonstrated such a high level of integrity. I recognize, sadly, that is not the case with the vast mjority of car dealers these days. However, the buying public plays a significant role in which way the market will evolve by choosing what type of dealer they choose to do business with and by deciding what they are willing to pay for the level of service that they demand.

How about speed sensitive / auto adjusting volume control for the audio system and the Navi system. My Blazer had it and my Harley has it. It works great and I miss not having it.


I had that on my Pontiac Sunfire and I loved it. I too miss having it. :p

We had concerns about buying a first year model, but decided we absolutely could not wait a full year for the next, new and improved model to be released. So much thought and planning went into the design of this truck, with a company with a stellar reputation, that we took the plunge. I'm still pinching myself when I see my beautiful truck in my driveway. I LOVE THIS TRUCK. This is unlike any other vehicle purchase I have made in my life. It's a blast. This forum is part of what makes it such a gas. There are all of the rest of you to learn from, to share our thoughts with, to get revved up by the enthusiasm of being pioneers on the road. Have I told you THANKS lately? It's a great forum.

DITTO TRUCKIN! I could not agree m:) re! :) etc, etc...

DITTO TRUCKIN! I could not agree m:) re! :) etc, etc...

Me too, me too!! :p :D

OK, I have had my amazon Green EX-LSR for 6 weeks and 5000km (3000 miles). By the way, in Canada, the EX-LSR is the Canadian version of the RTL with sunroof. This is the 22nd vechicle that I have owned. I cannot believe
how it rides and handles compared to all other cars I have owned. I had
an Audi A4 and the Ridgeline compares very favorably with it,except the
Ridgeline can carry my son's dirtbike a lot easier.
I hope that Honda does read this forum and responds to it. They will see
that the most comon complaint are those darn automatic locks. Please
reprogram them so that all doors open when you shift into park.
I have just one other complaint-the power seats should have a memory
feature. My wife is just 5 feet tall. I have to stand outside the truck with
the door open to adjust the power seat and the steering wheel. Here's
a killer app for you Honda-let the key be programmed so that when the
unlock button is pressed, the seat is positioned for the driver that is
holding the key.

I have a green rtl & love the truck, excuse my typing, At the moment I an only use one hand. Include more options in the price of the truck, dependant onthe level. Also inlude upgrades to the interior. Also include the trailer hitch, fog lamps, door egde guards, reversing sensors on the top line models. Lets stop this practice on dealer installed options. It does not make any sense to gut a perfectly new truck to add on these items. Also be more clear on oil change intervals & not rely on a cpmputor!

I agree on the dealer add option routine. The pricing is so inflated and then since this vehicle is so new that many of the shop guys don't have clue how the thing goes together. I know the dealers want this program so they have the abiltity to make HUGE profits on the accessories but Honda really needs to rethink this whole train of thought.

1. Offer the truck as a complete package option, DRL, Fog lights, Trailer Hitch assy.,
2. Hard Tonneau cover that actually works with the in bed trunk.
3. Better winshield wiper design so as to prop blades easier.
4. Drop the hood prop and put in a piston type system.
5. Redesign the parking brade pedal..seems to be too close and high. How about an automatic release mech.
6. A cruse control activation switch that is easier accessable. Put it on the dash not under. Too hard to activate.

6. A cruse control activation switch that is easier accessable. Put it on the dash not under. Too hard to activate.
No need for this. You only have to turn it on once and then never touch it again.

No need for this. You only have to turn it on once and then never touch it again.

Precisely. ;)

I have just one other complaint-the power seats should have a memory feature. My wife is just 5 feet tall. I have to stand outside the truck with the door open to adjust the power seat and the steering wheel. Here's a killer app for you Honda-let the key be programmed so that when the unlock button is pressed, the seat is positioned for the driver that is
holding the key.

I have to agree with Evo, this just sounds like a standard option on a $35k vehicle. After all the comparissons between the Ridge and the Avalanche, I have to say, that's one feature from the avalanche that I'd love to have.

Oh, and how about a power seat for the passenger. On top of everything else mentioned above.

I love my Ridge but there just seems to be a few basic things missing from the top of the line model at these prices.

I have to agree with all these dealer installed accessories. At this msrp price, more of these should be included. I can understand Honda wants to make their dealers happy by providing them an avenue for extra revenue. However, Honda is having a negative effect on some of us owners who don't feel like paying someone else to do something they can easily do themselves, like install a tow hitch. Heck Honda, you already prewired half the tow package job, why stop there. So, now I'm looking forward to enjoying a weekend of accessory installs. The downside, it takes time outta my day. The upside, when I'm done, I'll know how it was all put together so I can fix it myself if anything happens later and I'll save a boat load of money. Oh and last buy not least, pride of ownership. :D

I love my Ridge but there just seems to be a few basic things missing from the top of the line model at these prices.

I have to agree with all these dealer installed accessories. At this msrp price, more of these should be included. I :D


ditto, ditto, ditto............this is the most ive spent on a vehicle admittedly.
and i do feel a little short changed by HONDA on this deal.

Well, for my two cents worth.....

I still love the truck. The improvements I can offer are small.

I agree with the fact the space to get to the fuel cap cover release is too narrow. My bare wrist hits the door panel and the seat. With a watch on it's really tight.

Include the Metal Trim kit at the RTL level interior. The interior looks a bit "Spartan" without it to say the least. In all honesty it looks cheap. I just installed the kit and it makes a world of difference. For what it would cost Honda to include it, it makes the whole RTL stand above the base level by a mile. Without it, a propsective buyer has to take the time to see what features are or are not included to see which model they are looking at, IF they know what they are looking at. Good marketing would ensure a customer's recognition of the more expensive trim from first glance. Add a hundred bucks to the truck. No big deal at 37k........

The plastic used throughout the interior contributes to the "cheap" feel. I put a deep scratch in the top edge of the driver's door panel on the first day. I was more than little upset by this. Softer plastic or fabric/leather where one's arm touches the door near the bottom of the window would eliminate this.

I also found a scratch on the top of the steering wheel during the first week. I have since installed a "Harley Davidson" Steering Wheel Cover. HAH! The first step in a "Harley Edition Honda". If that doesn't make them cringe in Honda Headquarters I don't know what will! After my new billet grill, there's only one Honda logo on the truck! I think some "Harley" nameplates might look tastey on the grill and side panels......LOL

The Navi nag screen gets old.

It would be cool to have a built in voltage converter with a couple 110v plugs in the trunk. I have been asked if it had them by others as well.

How about more interior color choices? Maybe an all grey version? It's hard to locate interior items that match the two-tone beige. Little things like trash cans or bags and the like would be easier to buy.

That's about it for now. If I come up with anything else I'll repost.

Great truck Honda. I've had most types of pick-up. Full size, mid-size, small, domestic and imported. This is the first one that rides and handles like a big Mercedes, holds my tools without losing bed space to a cross box, and looks good downtown as well.

I offered some of these comments on "Temple of VTEC" forum but the thread seems to have gotten lost.

1) The only thing I can think of that would get me to "upgrade" my Ridgeline would be a hybrid version. Two very big considerations in buying the vehicle were fuel economy and towing ability. I don't mind if my gas mileage goes down when I tow a big load but the rest of the time I would like to drive with a clear conscience. I am MUCH more impressed with Toyota's hybrid system at this time than any other - I think when people say "the econonmics of hybrid systems don't add up" they are discounting the Toyota numbers. In summary - when I am gearing down coming off Steven's Pass - I would love to be adding "free fuel" to my batteries. Nuff said.

2) Please fix the unlock glitch - it drives passengers nuts.

3) I still haven't gotten used to the shift lever and often find myself in second rather than drive (my wife has the same problem).

4) I saw someone mentioned that the foot rest was a bit high - I thought that was just me. Same for the steering column - I would like it a bit farther from the dash.

5) The plugs over the bolts in the bed need to be seated better. Maybe screw them in or use a temporary glue on them. I kept popping them out with a shovel when I was emptying a load of dirt.

6) Lots of discussion has been given to the idea of a low range (I was in that camp). I am changing my tune here a bit after reading. My suggestion would be a "granny" gear like on old trucks. That is a very low gear - seldom used but always available for the tough pull. (I would not be willing to sacrifice mileage for this if that was the trade off.)

7) I'm not sure what finish would be best on the bed but after two loads of dirt it looks pretty scratched up.

8) I agree with the guy who wanted to have an aux input for the stereo on all versions. I went so far as to look at the instructions for installing the MP3 player to see what kind of connections were on the back of the radio. Looks like it takes a pretty special plug that I dont know how to find.

9) I would like an LED to let me know when it is in 4WD. I don't want to get stuck thinking that I was in 2WD with 4WD in reserve only to find out that I was indeed in 4WD mode.

(BTW: I haven't towed my 4700# boat much yet but the first experience was very good)

Bottom line - pretty minor stuff. I like my truck!!!!!!

OK, here's my list. These all seem nit-picky, but most of them annoy me every time I drive it:

1) Fix the climate controls. Temperature should be Up/Down (linear like a thermometer) while fan speed should be a dial (round like a fan). Put an on light into the AC button, like the Recirculating button has. Having a single MODE button to switch between all the air flow and defrost options is dangerous while driving. Make the display of what's set easier to read.

2) Power outlets. A) Have them powered even when the key isn't in the ignition, so I can charge cell phones and the like. B) Add one in the bed near the lights and one in the in-bed trunk to power a cooler. C) Add 110 volt outlets.

3) Fix the moonroof controls. On some other cars, there’s one button, located in the roof near the opening, where you expect it. You push the back of the button up and the back of the moonroof pops up. You push the button forward and the moonroof slides forward. Easy.

4) Lose the silly large grab handles inside the car. They're cheap and flimsy. If you want the car to look tough, make it tough. If you want to have trim that looks like metal, make it metal - not plastic.

5) I like the driver's only door unlock. It's a safety thing.

6) Right hand mirror tilt down when in reverse, depending on position of the mirror adjust switch.

7) Power passenger seat. Memory for power driver's seat.

8) Make many of the dealer-installed options factory options. Like tow hitch, fog lamps, backup sensors, and camera.

9) Full size spare, with tray for tools to fit in the space in the wheel, not on the side.

10) Fix the "auto lock if you don't open a door after unlocking" bug. I unlock the doors, go to pick up the box with the stuff I want to put in the in-bed trunk, and WHAT?!? the trunk locked itself? Is this a bug?

11) Fatter and slightly smaller diameter steering wheel.

12) MPG display on the dash.

thanks

Dear Honda Engineers,

Kaneecheewaa,

After putting 7K miles on this fine truck, I've concluded that there are a few things I would like to have. Mostly minor I think, and perhaps controversial. Nevertheless, here's hoping Honda looks at this website and will give me the secret handshake as to how to perfect my truck.

1) I would like to be able to lock the differentials at speeds higher than 20 mph. The current scenario is lame. Goose it to get out of trouble and then it reverts to front wheel drive and I'm back in the sh*t. Especially in snow.

2) Get rid of the alarm for my seatbelt. Big brother at its worst. Reminds me of a Hertz rental car. I truly resent this "feature".

3) I would like to be able to manually shift down to fourth. OD button drops to third. I need some engine braking on the mountain passes and when trying to hold a 75 MPH on the high plains with headwinds.

4) XM radio - allow me to see the station, artist, and name of the song on one screen.

5) Simplify as it is confusing figuring out how to get unstuck. FYI - lock the diffs and turn off the stability control. Otherwise your trying to accelerate against your brakes. A losing battle.

6) I need more acceleration. Coming off a 4.7L Dak Quad, I find this to be a little poochy in two scenarios. 1) out of the hole from a dead stop. 2) rebuilding a head of steam on a long climb once you've been stuck behind an old Subaru.

7) Give me control over my top speed. Get rid of the speed limiter or at least take it up a few mph. Sometimes I want to go really fast.

8) Don't let your dealer network tank on the prices. As an early adopter I'm more than a little pissed that after a month the release your dealers starting dropping their drawers. Shame on me for getting excited. Absolutely will not happen again.

Despite my issues - I find this truck to be more and more remarkable.

Danka.

Interesting set of requests, I can tell you that a few are not of Honda's doing. The safety alarm for seat belts is pretty much a requirement. The speed limiter isn't something Honda required, it was required of Honda. And as to the XM thing I would also request that they add Radio info to the standard radio service. If the Canyon/Colorado can do this then every vehicle can. It is nice knowing the name of the station I am on without having to wait till they tell me.

Dear Honda Engineers,

Kaneecheewaa,

After putting 7K miles on this fine truck, I've concluded that there are a few things I would like to have. Mostly minor I think, and perhaps controversial. Nevertheless, here's hoping Honda looks at this website and will give me the secret handshake as to how to perfect my truck.

1) I would like to be able to lock the differentials at speeds higher than 20 mph. The current scenario is lame. Goose it to get out of trouble and then it reverts to front wheel drive and I'm back in the sh*t. Especially in snow.

2) Get rid of the alarm for my seatbelt. Big brother at its worst. Reminds me of a Hertz rental car. I truly resent this "feature".

3) I would like to be able to manually shift down to fourth. OD button drops to third. I need some engine braking on the mountain passes and when trying to hold a 75 MPH on the high plains with headwinds.

4) XM radio - allow me to see the station, artist, and name of the song on one screen.

5) Simplify as it is confusing figuring out how to get unstuck. FYI - lock the diffs and turn off the stability control. Otherwise your trying to accelerate against your brakes. A losing battle.

6) I need more acceleration. Coming off a 4.7L Dak Quad, I find this to be a little poochy in two scenarios. 1) out of the hole from a dead stop. 2) rebuilding a head of steam on a long climb once you've been stuck behind an old Subaru.

7) Give me control over my top speed. Get rid of the speed limiter or at least take it up a few mph. Sometimes I want to go really fast.

8) Don't let your dealer network tank on the prices. As an early adopter I'm more than a little pissed that after a month the release your dealers starting dropping their drawers. Shame on me for getting excited. Absolutely will not happen again.

Despite my issues - I find this truck to be more and more remarkable.

Danka.


Congratulations scarymyth and enjoy the ride!!
Welcome to the ROC family. We're glad you're here!!

Ditto to all of Scary's requests.

And I am also po'd about the drawer dropping - will never happen to me again either!

But what a truck!

The prices are probably going to drop some more. Honda / Acura has been silently putting back end money into several vehicles. For example there's $1500 back end money on the MDX right now and dealers are actually getting into the holdback money. You can buy an MDX for $1500 under invoice many places... one guy claims to have paid $2000 under invoice last week.

GM has enjoyed amazing success with their "Employee Discount" program. Both Ford and Chrysler have now stepped into that arena. On many vehicles the "employee" price is not any lower than previous prices (GM raised several prices and removed some rebates). I purchased a new 2005 GM vehicle in December for my wife. The "employee" price is actually $40 higher than what I paid. GM had removed a $2000 rebate when they started the employee price program.

A pretty good friend of mine is the General Manager of the highest volume Chevy dealer in the USA. He LOVES this employee pricing! People are coming in with the Saturn mentality... that the price is fixed and non-negotiable. He wouldn't turn down an offer for $500 under employee price on most vehicles, but he says less than 5% of the customers even ask.

Apparently customers like the fixed rate purchasing programs. We may never go back to the "old" negotiated way of selling cars again.

It's in the best interest of both Honda and Toyota to see GM and Ford get back on their feet again, but how long they will be able to stand by and watch these huge domestic sales gains is unknown.

I would expect Honda to put $1000 back end money on the Ridgeline very soon. Sales are no up to expectations even with dealers cutting margins to the bone. The recent move by Ford and Chrysler will only cause Ridgeline sales to decline and the Ridgeline appears grossly overpriced as a result.

Honda doesn't annouce back end money. Unless dealers are on their toes they don't even get the word sometimes. It may already be in place?

I think the most interesting question with this employee pricing deal is how will it be sustained. Can automobile companies exist in unionized America, running Wal-Mart margins year after year? If these deals aren't sustained, and prices jump after they're over, then it will be akin to the Internet bubble of 1999-2000. The bubble will burst, and I'd expect to see some bankruptcy filings shortly thereafter.

I would like Honda to make the following improvements :) to the Ridgeline ...

1) Rear Mud Guards and Body Side Molding standard RTS & RTL equipment.
2) Better low speed acceleration/torque, and 0 to 60 MPH performance under 8 seconds.
3) Cargo protection similar to "Line-X" as standard.
4) Remove the back seat folding legs.
5) Multiple spare switch knock-outs on dashboard for future accessories.
6) Factory back up sensor pre-wiring as standard in RTL.
7) Improved stereo audio speakers in RTS & RTL.
8) Audio Aux input in RTL not limited to Navi option.
9) Use rain sensing windshield wipers in RTL.
10) Turn signal indicators on underside of side view mirrors for 180 viewing.
11) Present interior color choices are good, but permit more variations with exterior colors. Would like an Electric Blue exterior color.
12) Cargo brackets needed for tonneau covers (6) should be standard equipment, and not require panel removal to install.
13) Ridgeline brochure should bring out more of the SUT features provided.
14) I would prefer the transmission shift to be in the center console area for a more sporty look.
15) Intrument panel icons should not be visible unless active.
16) Trip computer with Ave MPG and Time Duration standard in RTL.
17) Reduce vehicle weight by 500# minimum.
18) Improve 60 MPH brake stopping distance by 18 Ft.

I believe the Ridgeline is a great SUT :D that we (ROC) ;) can make better by providing Honda with our recommendations.
I believe the ROC provides an excellent service to Members, Honda, and the Public. Keep the information flowing ... :cool:.

Ditto to all of Scary's requests.

And I am also po'd about the drawer dropping - will never happen to me again either!

But what a truck!

As an early adopter (took delivery way back on March 19th), I cannot believe the discounting that is taking place. After paying MSRP with some minor discounting on installed accessories, it's very disappointing to see pricing plummet so fast. Given the limited supply, I never would have guessed that dealers would be discounting so drastically so soon. Oh well, at least it's paid for (thanks to a recent model trade). On a happy note, I'm still thrilled with the vehicle. It's unique, fun, functional and a head turner :)

Welcome to the ROC family JIM!! We're glad you're here.
Congratulations on your new ride.

Honda...I want FM radio with adaquate reception.

The 'in roof' antenna sucks big time and I cannot get decent radio reception on either of my new Hondas. Granted, I live in some mountainous terrain but with my older vehicles at least I got reception. This is putting me in a dilemma as to whether to pay for (XM) radio. As much as I like the overpriced service I shouldn't have to even consider this if I got some reception!

So put an antenna on the car that works!!!

Maenmachine19, do you have the Nav system? I do have it and I have found the reception, especially AM reception, to be very good. If it is not the best that I have ever had it is one of the best. I have heard others complain about the reception and prior to delivery I was prepared to install a conventional mast type antenna. After taking delivery of the truck and testing and comparing the reception to previous vehicles, I determined that the mast antenna was not necessary. I live in the mountains of Central Pennsylvania where radio reception has always been a problem. To be fair though, I listen to Am talk radio in the morning and XM the rest of the day. My experience with FM is somewhat limited but it is at least as good as my Chevy Blazer and my Ford Exploder was.

It would not be too difficult to temporarily rig up a mast type antenna to see if that helps. The simplest way would be to remove the rear trim panel from the roof, unplug the hidden antenna and connect a 31" piece of any kind of wire to the antenna lead that goes to the radio. Any non-shielded wire will do, even one conductor of that thin speaker wire will work fine. Tune in the weakest stations that you can hear before you do anything so that you have a before and after basis of comparison. You can simply duct tape that piece of wire to a yard stick to hold it vertical, then listen away. There is nothing magical about a shiny chrome or black store-bought antenna. Your temporary wire will work the same, or at least reasonably close enough to see if it makes enough difference to justify a permanent installation. Dont drive with it that way unless you really Tim Taylor it in place.
There is plenty of room on the front fenders to mount a conventional antenna permanently. I do not think that there is enough clearance to install a retractable antenna on the front fenders.

Honda...I want FM radio with adaquate reception.

The 'in roof' antenna sucks big time and I cannot get decent radio reception on either of my new Hondas. Granted, I live in some mountainous terrain but with my older vehicles at least I got reception. This is putting me in a dilemma as to whether to pay for (XM) radio. As much as I like the overpriced service I shouldn't have to even consider this if I got some reception!

So put an antenna on the car that works!!!

As a dedicated XM subscriber (5 radios on account including my Ridgeline and my wife's Accord) I have one question:

WHAT IS AM/FM???? :D

As an early adopter (took delivery way back on March 19th), I cannot believe the discounting that is taking place. After paying MSRP with some minor discounting on installed accessories, it's very disappointing to see pricing plummet so fast. Given the limited supply, I never would have guessed that dealers would be discounting so drastically so soon. Oh well, at least it's paid for (thanks to a recent model trade). On a happy note, I'm still thrilled with the vehicle. It's unique, fun, functional and a head turner :)

I also paid MSRP (Drove mine off the lot on Feb. 26). Although I would have loved to get the current discounts, who could have predicted the "Employee Pricing" that GM, and others, are doing. It seems to be luring people in, so the other manufacturer needed to do something.

I also paid MSRP (Drove mine off the lot on Feb. 26). Although I would have loved to get the current discounts, who could have predicted the "Employee Pricing" that GM, and others, are doing. It seems to be luring people in, so the other manufacturer needed to do something.

I was eligible for it before it was available for everyone. I still bought two Hondas this year...

Employee pricing is mostly smoke an mirrors. Ive priced some cars and they are the same if not more like CSI said. Makes you wonder what its like to be an employee of these companies now dosent it? Guess you really dont mean that much to them now do you? Oh well, let em all get that GM and ford and in 6 months we'll hear about the Employee RECALL program. :eek: :rolleyes:

Thanks for the tip Ultra-Hog. Regrettably I don't have navi :(



Denvrfan, I bet not one of those 5 XM radios give you local news.....which I enjoy from time to time. I also enjoy Dee jays with personality too, not just piped in 'elevator' music that is basically computer generated. I could listen to CD's if that's all I wanted...

Don't get me wrong, Denvrfan, I love the XM.....I just like some variety and choice and if I am going to pay for it, it's by choice, not out of necessity.

Employee pricing is mostly smoke an mirrors. Ive priced some cars and they are the same if not more like CSI said. Makes you wonder what its like to be an employee of these companies now dosent it? Guess you really dont mean that much to them now do you? Oh well, let em all get that GM and ford and in 6 months we'll hear about the Employee RECALL program. :eek: :rolleyes:

It was a good deal (I did use it 5 years ago and it was ~15% below invoice) and the employee discount is still eligible for all the promotions as someone paying MSRP. GM calls it the GMS pricing. If that is different than what they are offering to everyone, then it sounds like an unfair practice to me.

CNN ran a story saying that you can do better than "employee pricing" with a little dealing. It's a scam....but the suckers are forming a big line :D

wait until they try to sell it or trade it in!! This is going to put a hurting on future GM profit margins. Got GM stock still?? SELL NOW!!!

I got a great idea..how about coming out with some decent vehicles GM!

CNN ran a story saying that you can do better than "employee pricing" with a little dealing. It's a scam....but the suckers are forming a big line :D

wait until they try to sell it or trade it in!! This is going to put a hurting on future GM profit margins. Got GM stock still?? SELL NOW!!!

I got a great idea..how about coming out with some decent vehicles GM!
But did CNN state you could do better than "employee pricing" prior to the program going into existence? The price is well below invoice on every car I priced. And the long term effect of a pricing program shouldn't have much of an impact on trade value of vehicles held for a few years. Besides if the pricing is a scam it would have zero impact because the initial value out the door would be below the real cost. Remember if you trade a vehicle a few months out the door, no dealer is going to give you a price on it above the actual cost of buying a new one.

I think the reality is that you can still haggle price on the employee pricing, but that doens't make it a scam, that is like saying that MSRP is a scam, it isn't it is just the suggested retail price.

Thanks for the tip Ultra-Hog. Regrettably I don't have navi :(



Denvrfan, I bet not one of those 5 XM radios give you local news.....which I enjoy from time to time. I also enjoy Dee jays with personality too, not just piped in 'elevator' music that is basically computer generated. I could listen to CD's if that's all I wanted...

Don't get me wrong, Denvrfan, I love the XM.....I just like some variety and choice and if I am going to pay for it, it's by choice, not out of necessity.

Kevin: Depends on what kind of music you're listening to and how old you are. As I approach the big 5-0, I still love the 60's- their DJ's have PLENTY of personality. Frankly, I don't listen to music stations expecting to hear a lot of talk. I'll turn to talk radio for that (also available on XM). As for local news, other than weather emergencies, I have found zero reason to tune into local AM radio to catch up on who killed who and where it happened. My 11pm TV news takes care of that.

Now a question for you, tell me which am-fm radio station can be listened to without interruption from coast-to-coast?? XM Rocks.

Denvrfan, I'm not too far behind you in the years but only listen to the 70's and newer...

I don't dispute the benefits and quality of XM radio. The point I am making is I should not have to get XM because my FM reception sucks (forget about AM), I should get it for the reasons you state. All I'm saying is I enjoy variety, like the very local radio news (which I don't get on the 5, 6, 9, 10 or 11 news because there is no 'local' TV news where I am....closest 'local' TV is 2 hours (phoenix) on the drive to work, etc.

As for interruptions, commercials, etc....that's why there are 12 pre-sets for FM (not that I can get that many stations....), not to mention 6 CD changer... :D

Enjoy your XM denvrfan, and I guess I will too since the FM reception SUCKS

I would like to see Honda give a credit for the deletion of the XM radio. Up here in Alaska, XM doesn't work. :(

More exterior color choices with the interior colors

The size of the Ridgeline is perfect--fits in my garage, is nimble, and easy to handle. Don't change the size.

Do change towing ability. I would like towing ability to be at least 7000 lbs. My travel trailer, when loaded for the road, weighs in at 4900 lbs. When I load up the truck for travel, I'm at the limits of the Ridgeline's capabilities. This is not good when on long trips, climing mountains, etc.

In a year, or so, I'm afraid I will need to see what else is out there--Toyota, maybe. Would hate to give up my Ridgeline--I love the truck. But the reality is that it does not tow as much as I need.

Honda, please consider a V8 option. I would like to trade-up to a more tow capable Honda.

Thanks

I needed to combine my F150 and Chrysler Pacifica into 1 vehicle and the RL won the contest. Thanks to the ROC I saw what others were paying for their RLs and went into the multiple dealers I played against each other to get ~ $2,500 below MSRP on RTS. I owe everyone a beer when I get to the East Coast ROC rally, wherever it ends up being held next. I don't pick up the RL until end of this month, but I already know more about this truck than just about any other vehicle I have owned thanks to the ROC. Can't wait to escape from NYC and hit the country trails with my kids safely in the back, wife reading the map, and all the junk dry in the trunk.

Great thread and highly informative, if not a bit scary to someone waiting for delivery. Nothing I can do about it now but promise to add my 2 cents in about 2 weeks. First thing I will do is cut a piece of plywood to match bed size for throwing nasty stuff like dirt in the back, I would hate to have to re-screw bolts down after hitting them with a shovel. I might even put a piano hinge in middle of plywood so that I can open the trunk while plywood is left in.

Dear Honda Engineers/Designers ...

1) The overall vehicle length and width are good. My RL just fits in my garage. Thank you ... :).
2) The radio signal strength needs work ... :(. I prefer having an invisible antenna, but I also like a strong signal. Please provide a signal boost.
3) Provide a telescope adjusting steering wheel.
4) Since the RL is speed limited, change speedometer range to 120 MPH max with more calibrations seperated by more space between indicated numbers.
5) Provide more calibration marks on the fuel gauge ... such as, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1/1.
6) How many useful gallons of fuel are in the tank when the low fuel warning light comes on?

Dear Honda Engineers/Designers ... :)

Provide 1 Sales and 1 Service video for the consumer.
Could be interactive if used with a PC.

There is too much quality variation in the presentation of vehicle information at Dealerships.

The Sales video should present in detail ALL the vehicle design features including options and accessories. I would recommend ~60 Minute length. Should be easily available at Dealerships or sent free to consumers upon request.
This presentation would supplement/enhance the Dealership presentation, and stimulate interest when Dealers overlook/miss many features, and provide incorrect information (that occurs frequently).

The Service video should present in detail the "how/what/where" of proper care and maintenance. Include oil/filter and air filter changing, tire changing, checking/adding fluids, interior/exterior care, tire pressure monitoring system, VSA use, etc.

While I read the Owners Manual "cover to cover" many people do not, and a video may improve interest in vehicle service and proper use.
When I purchased my RL the Dealer went over nothing on the RL.
When I purchased my VW GTI I was impressed that the Dealer spent ~1.5 hours going over all the service and use aspects of the car in detail. I left the VW Dealer feeling that they loved their vehicles, and wanted me to treat the vehicle with proper care.

There are only minor things I'd like to see improved on the Ridgeline:
1. Tailgate needs to be lockable. While you're at it, make it auto lock with the door locks.
2. Tonneau locking doesn't, really. If I go back and forth with the two ways of working the tailgate (down, to side, then down, then to side again, etc...) mine comes unlocked fairly rapidly. It's a screwy system and needs redesign.
3. Visibility of dash guage panel. Maybe even lessen the blockage from the steering wheel with a different designed wheel.
4. Telescope that steering wheel too! My arms are 1/2" too short, it seems.
5. Luggage rack is freakin' huge, yet crossmembers are recommended only about 14" apart or something like that. What's up with that? Streamline it, at least.

Of course, I love the Ridgeline despite these minor points!

Too many Double topics on here - 2 Hey Honda's now? :rolleyes:

Bellteck, you are correct. I thought that this thread was the original thread. Merging now . . .

I love my truck! Put better wheels on it from the start! :)

I wish the fabric seats were available on the moonroof model or the moonroof on the RTS.

It would be nice if you could bring over some of your diesels and pair them with manual transmissions. That would be an ideal Honda truck.

Would you put a 'mute' button on the steering wheel or at least on the dash, too?

Hopefully, Honda looks for lots of repeat requests:

- Fix the door unlock bug. Should be able to select that all doors unlock when it is put in park.

- Add a telescoping feature to the steering wheel.

- Enable trip computer on NAV. We calculate the mileage anyway, might as well make it easy.

- Increase the durability of the coating in the bed.

- Add automatic feature for headlights so they come on at dusk and turn off during the day. The sensitivity should be adjustable.

- Add a memory seat option.

MSmith

I agree, all good suggestions.

I would also add the following:

a locking tailgate

a reasonably priced fully functional tonneu cover accessory. (the honda tonneu cover is a joke.) Why should Honda loyalists have to go to outside sources for such a frequently added accessory. Honda really missed the boat on their first attempt.

You would think the truck would be pre wired to the rear bumper for towing. Especially after all of the added features built into the truck for towing.

Do not put in a V-8 (The V-6 is fine, if you can put in a V-6 that provides more power without giving up MPG then do it, similar to the new Civic which is more HP, and better MPG)

Have the tailgate lock when you hit the lock button.

The big silver door handles should be a little smaller on the portion that extends forward (the area that doesn't get used), and make the same color as interior.

Maybe a little bit higher stance for improved ground clearance (not much though).

Bed liner shouldn't show white scratches, should be black throughout.

An overhead storage console in all non-sunroof models (I know it has a lot of nooks and crannies already, but it would be very cheap to add, and its better to have it and not need it than the opposite).

All doors should un-lock.

Don't make the most popular accessories standard, most people probably don't care and don't really want to spend the money, if they want it, they will add it on by choice.

Increase tire size a little, 17" is good, but make tires a little bigger, maybe 255/70/17.

The current brush guard accessory is kinda ugly in my opinion, I think it should look more like the black/silver steel classic ones like most trucks have.

a lot of good suggestions, I really like the lockable tailgate. I just bought mine in July, I've only noticed a few things I would like to change.

-Sunroof should have one touch auto open/close
-child proof windows lock on, driver should be able to operate all windows, but with child safety lock on, not even the driver window goes up or down.

but with child safety lock on, not even the driver window goes up or down.
Are you sure? My driver window still operates with the safety lock on.

Are you sure? My driver window still operates with the safety lock on.

Uh..I think he meant it as a suggestion to Honda to incorporate into the RL. But, what I don't get is how he/she wound up with a lockable tailgate! :D

Uh..I think he meant it as a suggestion to Honda to incorporate into the RL. But, what I don't get is how he/she wound up with a lockable tailgate! :D
I must be missing something because it already is incorporated. Somehow, I missed the locking tailgate comment. I must of assumed he meant trunk...oops.

Uh..I think he meant it as a suggestion to Honda to incorporate into the RL. But, what I don't get is how he/she wound up with a lockable tailgate! :D
I think he meant he liked the idea of a lockable tail gate. But..I could be wrong. :confused:

Voice your opinion... :D

If you could make a suggestion to Honda to make the the 07 Ridgeline Even better, what would it be? :confused:
Make body side moldings a part of the Ridge and not an option; you could buy a used Kia for the price dealers are charging for the moldings! totally unacceptable.

For 2007 the Ridgeline should have a package deal that includes rear back up sensors , navigation and definitely, a back up camera (Too many blinds spots when backing). Just my thoughts for the safety of the driver and all behind the Ridge.

:)

Voice your opinion... :D

If you could make a suggestion to Honda to make the the 07 Ridgeline Even better, what would it be? :confused:
1. Put extra rivets/screws on the fiberglass antenna shroud to keep it from being sucked off by on-:mad: coming semis on 2 lane highways. This is the second time it has happened and Honda needs to come up with a fix. The antenna and shroud seem real 'cheap' to me and need to be fixed!!!!