2006 Honda Ridgeline...Help me mod it!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 01-24-2012, 01:34 PM
  #41  
I drive a Subata.
iTrader: (1)
 
JS + XES's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Socal
Age: 39
Posts: 20,301
Received 2,603 Likes on 1,571 Posts
I think the stockers are fine.

It's a Ridgeline, I'd just keep it stock.
Old 01-24-2012, 01:41 PM
  #42  
MAS
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
MAS's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: FL
Age: 45
Posts: 1,521
Received 327 Likes on 261 Posts
Found more pics for the X5 reps....these are really growing on me (and the price is achievable..but so are the other replicas i posted pics of so any of them could be purchased.)







Old 01-24-2012, 03:38 PM
  #43  
Moderator
Regional Coordinator (Southeast)
 
CCColtsicehockey's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Mooresville, NC
Age: 38
Posts: 43,563
Received 3,763 Likes on 2,538 Posts
I think the ZDX wheels would look great.
Old 01-24-2012, 05:28 PM
  #44  
Suzuka Master
 
Mr Marco's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 8,490
Received 609 Likes on 493 Posts
Originally Posted by MAS
^^^To each his own BUT if you can't see potential in the Ridgeline you might not have good vision for mods.
Nope, no vision for Ridgeline mods.

However, I will say that the 2013 Ridgeline is an improvement. Have you thought about just trading up for something new, rather than throwing money at 2006?
Old 01-24-2012, 07:03 PM
  #45  
The sizzle in the Steak
 
Moog-Type-S's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Southern California
Posts: 71,436
Received 1,877 Likes on 1,297 Posts
Originally Posted by JS + MS3
I think the stockers are fine.

It's a Ridgeline, I'd just keep it stock.


It's an oddball looking vehicle....not much can be done to make it look "better".
Old 01-25-2012, 10:44 PM
  #46  
is out, so the
 
Allen-'s Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 756
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Personally, I think the Ridgeline is a pretty neat looking truck. I also like the fact that it has utility without being too harsh.

Im not really feeling the X5 replicas. The Ridgeline has a chunky look to it and the replicas look too thin/curvy for the truck, IMO.

Im not sure these wheels will fit, but have you looked at the 2G TL Type-S wheels? Something tells me they don't fit the Ridgeline/Pilot and I know they are only 17s, but some people have painted the inside triangles in between the spokes and it looks good. The wheel is sporty and bold/thick at the same time which would suit the Ridgeline good, IMO. Plus the painted area would give you some of the contrast you are looking for.

It might be a good look if your going to go with a bigger tire, as the wheel would give a bit more flavor while still allowing for some good beefy rubber.

Other than wheels, I'd get some side steps for sure to finish the side off. Gives it a more complete look. Maybe plasti dip the Ridgeline emblem and the H emblems. I'd remove the 4WD badge.

I know you said you use the sunroof a lot so you may hate/love a sunroof wind deflector. Maybe some visors for the side windows.

Lastly, I'd black out the headlight housing for some contrast and put in some HID headlights and fogs.
Old 01-26-2012, 04:34 AM
  #47  
MAS
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
MAS's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: FL
Age: 45
Posts: 1,521
Received 327 Likes on 261 Posts
^ all good suggestions, thanks for taking the time to post.
Old 01-26-2012, 10:41 AM
  #48  
Drifting
 
jayhawk815's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Dodge City, KS
Age: 43
Posts: 2,079
Received 22 Likes on 19 Posts
Originally Posted by Mr Marco
However, I will say that the 2013 Ridgeline is an improvement.
2013? or did you mean 2012? I can't find any pics of the 2013 Ridgeline and the 2012 only received a mild refresh, still basically looks the same to me.
Old 01-26-2012, 12:21 PM
  #49  
MAS
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
MAS's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: FL
Age: 45
Posts: 1,521
Received 327 Likes on 261 Posts
Originally Posted by jayhawk815
2013? or did you mean 2012? I can't find any pics of the 2013 Ridgeline and the 2012 only received a mild refresh, still basically looks the same to me.
True...he's go no clue what he's talking about but that's ok.

Last edited by MAS; 01-26-2012 at 12:26 PM.
Old 01-26-2012, 06:43 PM
  #50  
Senior Moderator
 
fsttyms1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Appleton WI
Age: 49
Posts: 81,383
Received 3,063 Likes on 2,119 Posts
For starters, how about quit making all your posts bold


2nd id go with the zdx wheels or RJ wheels
Old 01-26-2012, 06:51 PM
  #51  
I drive a Subata.
iTrader: (1)
 
JS + XES's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Socal
Age: 39
Posts: 20,301
Received 2,603 Likes on 1,571 Posts
Originally Posted by MAS


True...he's go no clue what he's talking about but that's ok.
Dude, you have some messed up attitude.

If you don't want to get different opinions on your car, don't post it on a public forum.

Not everyone has to agree with your opinion nor like your car.

Just saying man.
Old 01-26-2012, 07:44 PM
  #52  
MAS
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
iTrader: (3)
 
MAS's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: FL
Age: 45
Posts: 1,521
Received 327 Likes on 261 Posts
Originally Posted by JS + MS3
Dude, you have some messed up attitude.

If you don't want to get different opinions on your car, don't post it on a public forum.

Not everyone has to agree with your opinion nor like your car.

Just saying man.


Let's clear this up, I never asked for anyone's opinion on my Ridgeline nor did I ask for anyone's opinion on Ridgelines in general. I asked for mod ideas for my Ridgeline (not "Do you like Ridgeline's?"). So it's a waste of space for anyone to give negative opinions about the car because once again, I asked for mod ideas. Anyways, I already got a couple good ideas from this thread so it can be closed.


Old 01-26-2012, 07:54 PM
  #53  
Moderator
Chapter Leader (South Florida Region)
iTrader: (6)
 
rockstar143's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 77,957
Received 19,982 Likes on 14,493 Posts
He bolds so he can see which ones are his posts vs responses, IIRC.

I have to admit, you're going to get opinions no matter what, but MAS has a point, he really didn't ask whether or not anyone liked the truck.

Anyway, not that serious, pretty good thread to have open for others on this HONDA BASED FORUM that may want to give or take ideas for this truck.

Hey, it IS the only truck Honda made for us so far!
Old 02-07-2013, 05:55 PM
  #54  
1st Gear
 
erocx1227's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
ridgeline mod

ok this is what i did to mine
2inch lift
you wanted silver wheels check tire rack to change the rims
or like someone said before get a meatier tire
HID all around 8k
took side steps off
take the emblem off the grill
sound system (if ur into that) id go with the JL that fits right under the back seat doesnt take up too much room and is loud
change the crappy stock speakers
everything else id keep the same
Old 02-07-2013, 06:14 PM
  #55  
Suzuka Master
iTrader: (3)
 
p.diddy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Maryland
Age: 39
Posts: 5,673
Received 668 Likes on 390 Posts
Originally Posted by rondog
BMW wheels might look great (if not out of place), but they will not be hub centric since BMW and Acura do not share the same center bore specs. Vibrations may be present with non-hubcentric wheels.
just get hub rings and youll be good.

to me the ridgeline is an oddball looking truck so other than wheels i cant see anything drastically improving it. as far as wheels go you can do much better than RJ wheels. just my opinion though.
Old 02-08-2013, 12:17 AM
  #56  
brahs be jelly
 
MTEAZY's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 1,836
Received 247 Likes on 169 Posts
Originally Posted by MTEAZY
body-on-frame would be a good start
I was half-wrong about this one. The Ridgeline uses an MDX unibody built on seven steel crossmembers to create a hybrid unibody/box-frame platform. Similar in concept to the Land Rover LR4/Range Rover Sport although those have a more robust frame. As typical with Honda marketing, you have to comb the internet to get this info.
The following 2 users liked this post by MTEAZY:
civicdrivr (02-08-2013), rockstar143 (02-08-2013)
Old 02-08-2013, 05:53 AM
  #57  
Moderator
Chapter Leader (South Florida Region)
iTrader: (6)
 
rockstar143's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 77,957
Received 19,982 Likes on 14,493 Posts
a man that admits he stands corrected, that's what I'm talking about!

Personally, not really being a "truck" guy...I have to say that driving my father in law's Ridgeline is always a pleasure...huge inside, drives like an accord, can go pick up things form home depot etc...I love it. If I had to get a truck, it'd be high on my list.

MAS, Mr. Marco just likes trolling, don't mind him. He does it in every thread.
Hard to beat a nice 5 spoke,
Name:  IMG_9259-Ridgeline-extreme-closeup-.jpg
Views: 3586
Size:  47.0 KB
Old 02-08-2013, 07:37 AM
  #58  
Senior Moderator
iTrader: (5)
 
juniorbean's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: The QC
Posts: 28,461
Received 1,760 Likes on 1,046 Posts
^ Those black wheels look nice!

Oh and OP... doesn't matter what you asked for... you posted on a public forum... so you're going to get opinions on everything. You could post a pic of your truck asking if people like the tint you put on... and people will reply saying the pic is out of focus or the background is ugly. Nature of the beast.... so just roll with it.

BTW, I'm sure you've done this... but if you google 'Honda Ridgeline', you can get some ideas on what you can do to your truck. Few nice images floating around there...
The following users liked this post:
rockstar143 (02-08-2013)
Old 02-08-2013, 08:15 AM
  #59  
Senior Moderator
 
fsttyms1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Appleton WI
Age: 49
Posts: 81,383
Received 3,063 Likes on 2,119 Posts
Originally Posted by erocx1227
ok this is what i did to mine
2inch lift
you wanted silver wheels check tire rack to change the rims
or like someone said before get a meatier tire
HID all around 8k
took side steps off
take the emblem off the grill
sound system (if ur into that) id go with the JL that fits right under the back seat doesnt take up too much room and is loud
change the crappy stock speakers
everything else id keep the same
why dont you at least ditch the blue headlights and get 4300-5k so you actually have good visibility
The following 2 users liked this post by fsttyms1:
civicdrivr (02-08-2013), RPhilMan1 (02-08-2013)
Old 08-22-2013, 05:08 PM
  #60  
Suzuka Master
 
Mr Marco's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 8,490
Received 609 Likes on 493 Posts
Or \/

Old 08-22-2013, 05:51 PM
  #61  
Team Owner
 
oonowindoo's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 23,362
Received 4,273 Likes on 3,050 Posts
Here is an Idea:

Old 08-22-2013, 06:06 PM
  #62  
The sizzle in the Steak
 
Moog-Type-S's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Southern California
Posts: 71,436
Received 1,877 Likes on 1,297 Posts
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
SidhuSaaB
3G TL Problems & Fixes
18
05-30-2020 12:40 AM
Mr.Tea
2G RL (2005-2012)
7
09-14-2015 09:58 PM
Vejey Gandier
3G TL Audio, Bluetooth, Electronics & Navigation
4
09-12-2015 08:59 PM



Quick Reply: 2006 Honda Ridgeline...Help me mod it!



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:23 AM.