[jdvorin697]

I would like to add running boards to my new mdx. Anyone know where to buy them low cost?

 

[hondacuraplanet]

Well, check out my website at www.hondacuraworld.com if you wish. I've got them for 432.99 with free shipping in the continental US. Best price that I know of

 

[TheWorm]

I can't believe Tim had to answer this one himself -- must be a first. Where is everyone today?!?

Almost all of us buy our gear from Tim. Lowest prices, free shipping, honest & friendly...You can't go wrong.

Now, someone other than a moderator chime in here so jdvorin doesn't think we're railroading him!

BTW you can do a

for "accessories" or "hondacuraworld" and check out some of the discussions on pricing and service.

 

[ghotie]

Almost all of us buy our gear from Tim. Lowest prices, free shipping, honest & friendly...You can't go wrong.

Now, someone other than a moderator chime in here so jdvorin doesn't think we're railroading him!

Gotta agree with TheWorm...OEM equipment, free shipping and best prices around. You can't go wrong. And if you call him and get a chance to talk to him when you order, you'll find he's a real nice guy too!!!

 

[jdvorin697]

Done and Done

I have purchased my boards from Tim, of course. Thanks for the help.

 

[bef]

I'm ordering running boards tonight. Although I don't really need them to get in/out, they do make it easier to wash/wax the roof.

We'll actually, I went to Tim's site first, and then I thought:
What else should I buy?
So here I am replying to these posts.
Hmm, I think there were some remotes for the December special ...
I think I'll reply to that post. No wait, I'll order stuff first.

 

[bef]

Running Board Installation Tips

I figure someone will ask for tips on how to install the running boards so here they are:

Refer to the installation instructions that come with the running boards (Pub # AI BII21503).

I guess the moderators should review this for correctness and then post it under the tips section.

Note that all work was done on a free-standing MDX (no jacks required).

Additional Tools:

Makita cordless drill
Socket adapter (attaches to 13mm Socket so that it can be used with the Makita)
Flex-shaft for Makita.
Socket extension bar (allows socket wrench and torque wrench to clear brackets)
#0 Phillips screwdriver
Putty knife
13mm Box wrench (I used a ¼ inch ratchet but a box wrench would have been better)

Installation Steps 1 &2:
 Pre-assemble all the brackets first.
 Clamp the middle piece in a Panavise (or similar clamp with plastic jaws and a rotating head).
 Align bracket B. Insert screws.
 Align bracket A. Insert screws.
 Use a Makita (or equivalent) to fasten bolts to nuts. There’s 48 sets of nuts and bolts you need to fasten so make it easy by using a tool. With a Panavise, you can fasten one side, rotate the assembly, and do the other side.
 Note that the Front Brackets are different from the Center and Rear Brackets.

Installation Step 3:
 Note that the mounting holes near the doors are covered by a plastic plug. Six on each side. To remove them you need to use the #0 Phillips to push the center in and use the putty knife to pry out each plug.
 Use a long flange bolt to test/clear all the threads in the mounting holes.
 Follow the instructions.
 I found that it was easiest to fasten an inside bolt first and then an outside bolt for each bracket.
 It is important not to thread the bolts in too far because the extra “play” is needed to allow mounting of the running board in Step 4.

Installation Step 4:
 Note that the bolts were pre-installed on my boards.

Installation Step 5:
 I used my Makita to tighten them using the lowest clutch setting. For the front bolts I had to use a flex-shaft.
 I did a final tightening with the torque wrench with an extension.

Installation Step 6:
 I did a final tightening with the torque wrench on the outside and a wrench on the inside of the bracket.
 For the outside bolts I sat with my legs under the MDX and tightened by touch.
 For the inside bolts I had to lie on my side.