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Honda Ridgeline review. Here’s Why You Need to Buy a Honda Ridgeline, DIY and car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Best truck Honda makes. Best truck for daily driving. Is Honda reliable? Is the Honda Ridgeline a good truck? Should I buy a Honda Ridgeline? Best Hondas to buy. Good truck for a daily driver. New Honda Ridgeline. Truck advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 54 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

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[@deddy7785]

An aftermarket cap for the bed would be cool.

[@tonymontana3742]

Scotty, should I trade my 12 Ridgeline for a 14 Ridgeline with 50k less miles for $10 grand difference?

[@chrisso6903]

Could Scotty do a vid without his orchestra?? I don't believe he could but there are miracles every day supposadly, who knows? Do you believe in miracles?? Aussie chrisso. 🇦🇺

[@willhutton1516]

Quick tip. If your tranny feels notchy when it shifts for these, try and doing a tranny fluid drain and fill a couple times. DO NOT FLUSH IT WITH A MACHINE! If you try and do that it will break the transmission. It’ll kick up all the debris that settles at the bottom of the pan. That debris is fine if it sits at the bottom, the moment it gets into the tranny, it’ll tear everything up.

[@timoteooo94]

I wanna get me one

[@appaple2937]

My 06 Ridgeline has 241k miles with no issues

[@rctezluh42069]

it pollutes

[@commadere27]

Lol

[@musclecargarage2875]

Yeah but it’s not a truck. It’s a Honda Pilot with bed

[@kevinpollard3084]

@@musclecargarage2875 im sure they watched that part too

[@K24CU2]

@@musclecargarage2875 ah yes. The guy that buys big trucks he probably never puts anything in the bed to compensate for something. 😂

[@bcclark8681]

Motortrend truck of the year. 2006 & 2007.

[@stephenhair5501]

2008 RTL with over 252,000 miles on her. Minimal issues and very reliable. Changed the timing belt out every 100,000 miles, run synthetic oil, used good filters. None of the swithces, handles, knobs, window motors, etc have ever failed, which is more than I can say about other makes of vehicles that we have owned. I did have the AC Blower motor go out and the electric cooling fan behind the radiator got wobbly and noisy but those weren't all that bad to fix. And this Ridgeline climbs like a Billy Goat! Hard to get this truck stuck. Very satisfied for a 15 year old truck.

[@utmsu2000]

Scotty, my 2006 Ridgeline has 350,000 miles on it. No engine or transmission problems at all. Only major thing done was a new steering column. I changed oil every 3000 miles and transmission fluid every 50,000 miles. I sold it to a friend of mine and he has put another 25K on it. I bought a Toyota 4Runner but miss my Ridgeline.

[@richarde1355]

Nice post! To the extent it seemed your Ridgeline treated you so well, why did you buy a 4Runner and not another Ridgeline? In what ways do you like or dislike the 4Runner compared to the Ridgeline, and in what ways do you miss the Ridgeline? Thanks!

[@utmsu2000]

@@richarde1355 my daughter had the 4Runner and needed to sell it so I just decided to buy it from her. I like the 4Runner a lot. I’m sure it will last as long as the Honda. The Ridgeline was starting to have some problems. Needed a new drivers side window motor, it needed a new temperature control for the AC and the AC resistor had to be replaced several times. The Ridgeline rode better than the Toyota but it has a unibody construction The Toyota is a body on frame vehicle. It is tougher and higher off the ground. Have a great day!

[@AlbertEinstein-qp6uk]

@@utmsu2000that’s why I love ridglines 😂

[@shadowman1992]

Did you ever have a valve adjustment done on your ridgeline or no ?

[@johnnytoronado1037]

Dream man i got 2014 making noice from transmission differential! New engine at 180k 3.5 engine is junk had a Oddysay engine same thing timing was bad $1000 to fixe honda worst junk then Hundaj and

[@mtmrob]

My 2006 Ridgeline has 218,000 miles on it. Still running strong. Now a days I only have a 3 mile drive to work so it’s a perfect work truck especially since I work at a steel mill

[@Nightwish1773]

It's not a pickup!

[@jefsel881]

@@Nightwish1773 It’s a truck, get over it.

[@samuelcarstens6152]

@@jefsel881 if the tire size doesn't end in ".5" it's probably not a truck

[@samuelcarstens6152]

@@jefsel881 if it doesn't have a frame it is definitely not a truck.

[@samuelcarstens6152]

@@Nightwish1773 it kind of is. I'd call it a pickup car.

[@jimmerkerlin5005]

Just traded my RAM 1500 for an 18 Ridgeline. Absolutely love it! All the bells and whistles, and about doubled my fuel mileage.

[@wtk6069]

That trunk in the truck bed is handier than a pocket on a shirt. Doubles as a cooler too.

[@Brian-hi5si]

I have an 08 with 185,000 miles. I love it and it's been the best vehicle I have owned.

[@RandoManFPV]

Good to see everyone reporting high miles and no problems! I just bought a 07 ridgeline with 150k on it for 2500$ 😄

[@mcarter1632]

Lol there’s no way did you steal it

[@NathanaelFaunce]

List it for sale in Texas. You’ll get $8-10k

[@bb2status]

@@NathanaelFaunce probably has rust

[@dennisst.pierre210]

Wow

[@arthursmith643]

My neighbor had 07 Ridgeline it lasted just over 850,000 miles. He Changed the oil and filter when the OLM light came on. My 06 has 140,000 runs great but getting scabby at rocker panels.

[@dirtbikeheaven1129]

My 2009 which I bought from my cousin four years ago now has 89,000 trouble free miles. I had three Tacomas before this vehicle and I will never go back. The Ridgeline rides so much better and is more roomier than the Tacos. The hidden trunk is a great idea. With the back seats folded up and the flat floor, it’s amazing how much room is available there. I’ll never have any other truck.

[@ztra]

I love my 2017 Ridgeline Touring I bought it used about 3 years ago. It is great for getting sheets of plywood and pulling small travel trailers. That is all that I need. The in bed trunk is one of the best unique features of the truck.

[@batquad8889]

I have a 2006 Ridgeline. I will keep till I die.

[@guyagainstthegrain]

I’ve got a 2018. 2nd generation showed much improved aesthetic. Hopefully it will prove as reliable as the first gen. So far, no issues. The ride is so smooth. It’s the truck that 80% of truck owners wish they had, and is more practical for most daily lifestyles.

[@johnnytoronado1037]

I got second gen😢 same junk new engine installed few months ago making funny noice from differential or transmission

[@jonathane37]

I have a 2022 and love it. Very luxury car interior with a quiet ride. Has all of the safety features modern SUV's have that no other midsize truck has. Very roomy back seat compared to the tacoma as well. I don't need to off road, I just wanted AWD, a roomy cabin, a truck bed, and decent MPG. Checks all the boxes for me.

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

I got a 2023 two weeks ago. So far, it's been great. I don't need a giant truck, this mid-size is just right for me. Last weekend, I went out to a desert area and purposely attempted to get to places that I tried to with a crossover SUV and failed hard. I'm very happy with what it could do off-road. I'm not expecting to hang with the Jeep guys, going over 4-foot rocks and crazy stuff like that, I just want to get down a few rough roads to trail-heads that you can't get to in a RAV4. So far, very nice. I was able to climb a steep road where my RAV4 would spin out (the road was hard surface with about an inch of loose sand). Ridgeline did it flawlessly. I also took a run to the dump with some junk that had been pushed under my back porch and forgotten about. I got made fun of by some of the guys at work because my truck isn't giant and I didn't pay 80-grand for it. I don't care, the Ridgeline is what's right for me, everybody's gotta do their own thing.

[@lydellbell4638]

Great share appreciate you taking the time Scotty

[@mustafakhan242]

Just bought a 2010 rigdeline had my doubts about it this was a reassuring video

[@stevenboyd5969]

My old 06--sold it with 517,000. The 14 has 298,000..so few issues with both. Several years ago, u didn't like these trucks. Why now???..still no response...Scotty!

[@USAF-AMMO-461X0]

Picking up a 2021 black edition today used 20k miles …7yr 100k cpo warranty …drives awesome…..

[@christinamartinez8132]

Price?

[@rogersiples3335]

Because of your Honda truck reviews I'm going to check them out. My son in law bought one a few months ago and loves it. Thanks.

[@tony1putt]

I own a 2018 Ridgeline. I have moved both daughters and lots of other truck work. Absolutely love the trunk for my golf clubs.

[@stephencivic1989]

My Stepdad has a 2020 Ridgeline Black Edition. He loves the thing, calls it his baby. He switched from a Jeep and has said that the Ridgeline is just superb in everyway. Smooth, utility, reliable, spacious, and luxurious compared to his older jeep. And being a Honda owner myself I think he definitely traded up.

[@chrisgirolami7119]

So far I love my 2017 Honda Ridgeline. I have 70,000 miles on it. Gas mileage is great. Was getting a code. Honda replaced all the injectors for free. They stand behind their product.

[@baselinesweb]

I'm picky about youtube presentation style - usually I like normal and to the point, but your crazy and to the point really intrigues me - I like it and thank you. I just bought a 2023 Ridgeline and it blows me away - just what I wanted.

[@jadaddydavis]

Thank you Scotty! 240,000 hard Ozark mountain miles on mine. A Little rust. My favorite feature is the hidden bed trunk. Store my golf clubs, and tools under the locked water tight bed.

[@johnbee7729]

Ridgeline was recently voted as most reliable pick up based on the numbers for sale with more than 200,000 miles. Taco was #2. Completely different vehicles, but nice to know that the Ridgeline has longevity in its genes. Sadly its also rather pricey

[@russiaprivjet]

source pls? i'm looking for a work truck. need options

[@fromthebackofmymind]

@@russiaprivjet If you don't need to tow stuff, any V6 Truck will do. Just compare price vs mileage.

[@johnbee7729]

Trying to find it

[@davidaix5771]

@@russiaprivjet I wouldn't recommend a Honda ridge line for a work truck It's not a truck it's a Honda Odyssey Van with a truck body on it No 4 wheel drive it has 4 wheel drive no low range no lockers It's an all wheel drive mini van

[@nuthinbutlove]

​@@davidaix5771 absolutely! Not a work truck whatsoever.

[@runwayray]

Love my 20 Ridgeline. Got 29 mpg on a recent trip . It’s more than enough for what I need. I wanted a F150 but they wanted over 62 grand. My wife’s cousin who has a 150 said he wish he had my Honda

[@jayleehadaway2179]

Your wife’s cousin is out of his mind if he wants to have a Ridgeline over an F150

[@raven4k998]

@@jayleehadaway2179 ssshhhh it's a niche product and she wants that niche

[@PalkiaDialgaGiratina]

Different application altogether. F150s will haul and tow more over time, especially V8s. The Ridgeline can tow for a V6, but the short bed seems unappealing for hauling. I feel like Scotty and some of you guys are right here, it's a niche product for certain people who want a pickup truck but don't want to go the whole hog and get one that can be truly used commercially. Similar idea behind the strange Cadillac Escalade pickup truck I think.

[@runwayray]

@@jayleehadaway2179 He said he only get 14 mpg hyway. Plus it’s a 2014 and has significant rust. He said his other 150 suffered the same rust problem. If I were to do more hauling the 150 is the way to go or the ram

[@eduardobenassi3072]

You proably didn't need an f150 if the Ridgeline is more than enough 😂 These will fall apart if you treat them like work trucks. They weren't made for heavy use.

[@leepiper4621]

Thanks for this week's video Scotty. Have a great weekend Love!!

[@tonyadams7444]

I’m original owner of an ‘07 RTL. In the states, they only came with 4wd, not something I needed. But, because I was a previous two-time Accord owner, I still bought it and love it!! 135k miles, I’ve needed a new sunroof motor, an alternator and power steering pump. Fair enough for 17 yrs. Still looks great inside and out!

[@abdiaz7362]

I got an 09 they are the best!! Can't wait to show my wife this video! Thanks scotty !!

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@catsmeow5566]

I have a 2013 RTL with navi. It's clunky and screen sucks, but it still comes in handy.Backup camera has been a lifesaver. I noticed you missed one of the key features of the Ridgeline-- the trunk in the pickup bed. It is one of the main reasons I got a Ridgeline. I fit a full size cooler in there and use it to haul groceries. I've hauled appliances, lumber, and all sorts of stuff in the pickup bed.

[@Owennevulis]

Got a 2011 RTL at 135k and it’s a tank! I got it after I unfortunately got in an accident in my Pilot a while ago and it’s a hell of an upgrade!! Much cheaper than a Tacoma that I really wanted but it’s honestly more practical in my opinion. A great midsized truck, decent fuel economy and just a good daily driver for all I need it to be. Two thumbs up Scotty 😎🤙🏻

[@shadowman1992]

Have you had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline??

[@ojaiboy805]

I recently bought an 06 Ridgeline and I love it! Awesome vehicle, very reliable and still has a small bed I can use for my mountain bike or my kayak.

[@Just2nasty]

Best truck I ever had! I used it for the same thing. Many trips to the mountain and back

[@Adeus1]

Best outdoor truck with storage and comfortable interior space for passengers

[@Chickennuggetfries123]

going to see a 06 this week, any tips on what to look out for?

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@MegaRetr]

Because of your Honda truck reviews I'm going to check them out.

[@dangerwillrobinson366]

LOVE my 2022 RTL-E. Perfect for my needs. Traded in a F-150 Lariat. with no regret.

[@1_lens_view]

I have an 09 that I bought new. We had just returned from living overseas and needed two cars. I had seen a Ridgeline in France early that summer. When my wife went to buy an Accord, I rode along and saw the same Ridgeline in the showroom that I had seen earlier in the summer and bought it. I’ve owned other cars while owning the Ridgeline but have never found a reason to get rid of it despite having received many trade in offers over the years. I’ve never had any major issues other than the paint has chipped away around the base of the rear door windows and there is some rust forming. At this point I don’t care. I live in the South, so any rust issue will likely develop slowly. I’ll drive the thing until the wheels fall off. There have been a few minor things: I had to replace the pulleys in the back that are part of the lift mechanism for the back seats. The originals were plastic. There was a replacement kit that included metal ones. The project took me a couple of hours, and I work slowly. The only other real annoyance is the calendar and clock stopped progressing last year as a result of a time base problem not worth explaining. The problem corrected itself this summer. I just need to disconnect the battery to cycle the system to bring the date current. I pick up loads of mulch and soil each spring, and I occasionally pull a good-sized trailer around with my small tractor. Never any issues with either of these activities.

[@bcdeaton777]

Scotty one of your older videos you were joking on the Ridgeline . Its great to see that you have come around to just how great the Ridgeline is. I have owned three and my 2012 now has 263,000 miles on it and I absolutely LOVE it. It is one of the best vehicles I have ever owned. I am going to keep it for one million miles and I have no doubt it will make it.

[@mattscott7871]

I remember that video. It is nice to see he's come around.

[@PatrickRosenbalm]

Yeah, he trashed it pretty bad and said to Avoid it...

[@MrRAGE-md5rj]

And now he's made two videos praising it. Funny how things turn out.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@johnnytoronado1037]

3.5 v6 is a junk in every Honda ,had Oddysay bad timing,my friend has Pilot same junk,i got ridgeline making some noice from one of cylinders! Junk stay away

[@shaunwakefield8968]

Going through the motions to buy an 08 right now Scotty. Thanks for making this video!

[@andresjflores7517]

Just got a 2011 😊

[@petedivine]

Dude...thank you. Just bought a Honda Ridgeline RTL...wow. Blown away. What a ridiculously nice truck.

[@joerico9461]

You didn't show the trunk in the bed that other trucks don't have

[@MrLike2surf]

Scotty probably didn't know about it.

[@johnd5325]

My 2017 Ridgeline just got 28.3 mpg on my last short mountainous road trip. Just had the transmission and rear transaxle fluids changed.

[@nathangalloway8005]

I bought a 2022 and love it!!! Most comfortable pickup I’ve ever driven. Friend had a 2008 and if mine goes as trouble free as his it will be in my driveway forever

[@igortheman9825]

Keep going Scott . You are the man

[@arthursmith643]

My neighbor had a 07 Ridgeline that had 850,000 miles before it died. He told me he didn’t know crap about cars. He got the oil and filter changed when the OLM light came on. Dealership $29.95 with $10.00 coupon. Probably used synthetic blend for that price.

[@cda30326]

I have a 2014 Ridgeline RTL with just over 110,000 miles. I bought almost 3 year ago and absolutely love it. A good truck for city traffic - acceptable gas mileage, good handling, large enough to dissuade lane grabbers but not too big for narrow city streets. (Atlanta traffic is the worst!) On weekends, I use for the camping/hiking trips in the mountains and its great on washed-out Forest Service roads. I intended to keep it until it falls apart (or the zombie apocalypse, whichever comes first).

[@Nightwish1773]

I don't!

[@yoloman7324]

@@Nightwish1773 bruh🤦‍♂️

[@salaadino]

What's the gas mileage in the city and highway with this car?

[@gerardmills1389]

Had an 06 RTL. IT WAS GREAT!

[@katemcdaniel3777]

COOL...I like it. Wish I had one. Had a 2006 Colorado ...love it Sadly it met it's demise at 2700 miles at a power pole ( long store). Miss it. Great ride !

[@seancunn4089]

I purchased my 07 model in 2009 and the only problem I had was when the AC went out. It has over 200k miles on it and has lasted through 2 high school boys. It has few dents scrapes but other than that been great.

[@ithinkaboutthings9052]

That droopy headliner made me laugh and reminisce about my time selling cars. If your trade had a drooping headliner, I explained to the sales manager that it was an ear warmer. Massive hail damage? Just some hard water spots. Smashed front end? I told him the detail shop could buff it out.

[@ADifferentPerspectiveCC]

I just got my 2023 black edition sonic grey Pearl black edition. Love it

[@a.randolph8112]

Thank you for this. I just paid off my 19 Civic which I have no desire to give up because I love my 6-speed too much however, I live off-grid in snow country and could use a small pickup. Been looking at getting one of these.

[@Tommerd]

Thanks! I love my 2013 Touring. Only has 61,000 kms on it, so it should last a while. I'm very happy with it.

[@grahamrothphotography]

I love my 13 too! Saw on a Ridgeline forum that some guys were getting 800,000miles out of them

[@Nick210]

I’ve had an 2008 and a 2011. Absolutely heinous on fuel but I loved them both. Great pickups.

[@jbmemphis2151]

Literally my only real knock on mine. 09 150k miles I get like 15mpg maybe 17 if I'm lucky

[@dominicm2175]

Yeah crazy … I didn’t do my homework I just assumed because it’s a Honda that it would get great mileage

[@jefsel881]

It’s a truck that gets 19mpg at 75mph. That’s good. If you’re getting worse mileage try replacing the air cleaner and then spark plugs.

[@Nick210]

@@jefsel881 yeah… and probably half that with city driving.

[@BigWheel.]

@@jbmemphis2151 my 97 yukon gets 16mpg. What exactly are you doing to get such Terrible mileage? I have a Bullbar on my front end too!

[@danhooper1056]

Thanks again Scotty. You're the best 👌 👍

[@themutecollector1680]

Love my 06 ridgeline, just turned 100,000 last month

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

You're just getting started....

[@lurd5533]

Thank you for showing me my first work truck. I do have a 2019 manual k20c2 manual, got that engine because your recommendation on “the only civic you should buy. Thank you for sharing real knowledge for the community. You go deeper than pretty much everyone else… I wish you looooooooong life, we need you ❤️

[@rockfishmiller]

Had a 07, traded to a 019 but the hood is a liability. Now have a 014 and love it. Still lovin my 05 Accord too.

[@juaneato]

I have a 2006, bought new. Original rotors with no vibration. Great truck. 17 years plus strong! Haven’t even changed a hose. Just the usual maintenance.

[@Brsrafal]

Ever change the transmission fluid or still original

[@juaneato]

@@Brsrafal I said “the usual maintenance.”

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@juaneato]

@@shadowman1992 no. Runs like a top.

[@shadowman1992]

@@juaneato awesome how many miles on it!?

[@haroldprice1030]

You are absolutely right Scotty. I own Four Honda vehicles including a Ridgeline. By the Way! I like your John Lennon Rose Colored Glasses !

[@JonathanGarcia-cy7hd]

My 07 Rtl was awsome. Let it go cause I wanted something “stronger”. Well inflation happened and the price of new trucks are in the high 65s. And after test driving dodge and chevy I realize this truck carried its weight. Pay load and tow are up to par with full size pick ups.

[@BigWheel.]

You didn't consider ford at all?

[@christopherhylton8462]

Oh yeah, the first gen frame recall, you need to tell the owner to take it in for that. I have personally done them at the dealer I work at. The recall procedure replaces the tank straps with new hardware. Also, you install studs in the body and one riv-bolt that allows you to install a new right and left frame bracket that ties the subframe to body. The second gen are a different design, that is why the recall is not needed on those. Seeing as that truck lived in N.Y. for a time, he should really have it done.

[@mobilewoodworking8804]

I have a 2013 took it to Florida and back to Massachusetts Love it! And that trunk! It’s a cooler to! I am not a drinker but I love my Ridgeline

[@upsidedowndog1256]

Glad I didn't listen to your previous opinions on my 2008 model. Excellent machine with over 200K.

[@duanepierson4375]

I have a 2012 Honda Pilot, a ridgeline w/ a cap welded on. 230K miles. The only major issue was the piston damage from the CMS, Honda “Cleaned” the pistons and reassembled the engine. Rans great other than Check engine light, w/ Codes P0301, P0302 & P0303. New plugs, good to go.

[@nospark333]

First gen Ridgelines don’t have VCD, makes them pretty much bullet proof.

[@shadowman1992]

Did you ever need a valve adjustment?..

[@nospark333]

@@shadowman1992 Did mine at 100k miles while doing the timing belt. No adjustment was needed, all were within spec.

[@shadowman1992]

@@nospark333 awesome to hear I have an 07 with 155k miles on it and I started reading about a valve adjustment and how others are saying you have to get one done or you can burn a valve but my ridgeline is running perfectly so I wanted to ask someone that had a high mileage one to see if they got by with the valves adjusted

[@rollandsaxton]

I never thought I'd own one but recently bought a 2014 4x4 and I love it. I take it off road every weekend to go prospecting and it rides nice and has good power and I can't get this truck stuck. The 4x4 management is amazing

[@CLP2102]

Just wait till you get it in the snow!!! It's fantastic

[@rollandsaxton]

@@CLP2102 I'm sure it's as good as the wife's pilot awd. It's amazing

[@CLP2102]

@@rollandsaxton nice!!

[@C4All]

@@rollandsaxton BTW it's not 4x4 but tourqe vectoring AWD. But yes, it's awesome in snow.

[@rollandsaxton]

@plk1 yea I know but I'm new to honda it says 4x4 on the back of the truck. Mine i own this truck I get corrected 😅 on a few things that in the Chevy world I'd never think about

[@dennisharvey5852]

I have a 2020 Ridgeline AWD I love it. Previously had a Chevy Silvarado and before that a Ford F150 and the owner of three Honda Accords the past 30 years.

[@Phil_LFC_9]

I have an '06 with 135k miles on it. Kept up with regular maintenance and it runs great. No issues...except for a sagging headliner!

[@bigjay1970]

Thumbtacks work great😊

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@dougd8866]

Bought a 2006 Ridgeline 3 years ago for $7000.00. Runs great and no rust! Only had 119000 miles on it. Spent all of its life in Texas and Florida until in came north to Ohio and I got it. Fluid filmed the crap out of it before I started driving in the snow. Rides great, plenty of power, just what I needed, I love it. Only thing that don't work is the reset button for the tripometers and oil life. Replaced the button assembly with no luck. Probably a computer issue. Just have to keep track old school with pencil and paper....lol!

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@dougd8866]

@@shadowman1992 No I haven't had them done, they may have been done before I bought it. I think the manual says they only need adjusted if making noise. Had the timing belt done around 120000 miles.

[@stamperman1]

I have a 2008 Ridgeline, original owner, only 81k miles, never has been a problem! I too have the "tent above your head" issue, but as long as it keeps on being such a good truck I could care less......I highly recommend the Ridgeline!

[@trustn01rs]

And hell some spray upholstery adhesive and a little time fixes that issue anyways lol

[@chrish40443]

Can I buy it from you? Lol. Seems like everything available online has twice the miles

[@stamperman1]

@@chrish40443 I appreciate the offer, but I am too attached to it!

[@tomhurley6096]

You could NOT care less! Learn English! (If you" COULD care less", that means you DO CARE, even if it's a fractional amount.

[@stamperman1]

I could be more like you Tommy Boy, and nitpick every little thing that I see. Get a life man

[@MrNathan07]

I'm a Honda guy, I currently own a 2016 Honda Accord, thinking about picking up one of these older Ridgeline's in a few years. These are great for what they are, & it's all the practicality I'd probably ever need especially for a daily driver for the odd times I do want to pick up somethin & need a bed or a small trailer to do that with.

[@billszymborski584]

Great review and spot on as usual! We have a 2006 RTL Navi sunroof in near perfect condition. 192K and runs great. I do the timing belt/waterpump every 90K. Love this truck. The factory electric locker was a surprise. My wife learned to drive in the snow when I was working out of town. She was leading the line, breaking trail for 60 miles in 6" of snow her first time!

[@shadowman1992]

Did you ever have a valve adjustment on your ridgeline???

[@billszymborski584]

No, I have never adjusted them.@@shadowman1992

[@levik11]

I love my 06 Ridgeline with 78k miles on it. I change trans oil every year, great $40 piece of mind. Best car I have ever owned!

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

When you change the fluid....I've read that it takes three quarts.....three times? (New owner of a used 06 here). Seems easy enough. What trans oil do you use. tHanks!

[@rogertaneyhenderson]

I have a 2013 Ridgeline with 205k miles on it. Ive pulled a bobcat and ditch witch with it last summer when I built a garage. This thing is great. Ive considered trading it in but theres really no need since its given me very few problems. I had the whole air conditioner replaced, and a timing belt a couple months ago, but thats usual wear and tear. Im looking forward to another 200k miles on it lord willing and the creek dont rise.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@kylegriffiths5990]

Another awesome car Australia misses out on. Added to the list of hundreds.

[@HanifEFIMechanical]

Good work

[@charlesswank6498]

My 06’ has 350,000 miles on it and still going strong! Does everything I need a truck to do!!

[@Brsrafal]

Ever change the transmission fluid or still original

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@jfeeble]

Traveled to Georgia to pick up an 09 with 150k. It lived there all its life and had zero rust. Underside is amazingly clean. Tremendous service records, Michelin defenders with great tread. It was well loved and now I love it. Used it to move cross country pulling a trailer that was actually over 5,000 pounds. Pulled up into the Rockies just fine. These are outstanding vehicles, people really underestimate them.

[@wagu7003]

I picked up an 09 too in good shape a few months ago. Love this little truck. Nice to hear about the long distance towing experience.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@shadowman1992]

@@wagu7003 Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@wagu7003]

@@shadowman1992 haven't needed to. I don't know if PO did tho

[@shadowman1992]

@@wagu7003 how many miles on yours ??

[@partridgepimp3363]

They ride like a dream going down the road for a truck. I drove one for over 5 years and had no major problems. I loved it. I know a guy who has one with 535,000 miles on if with original motor and transmission. You can’t really ask for more than that. Maybe it will make a million?

[@peterf4378]

I have 2017 RTL-E 93k, great truck if don't need the heavy duty full size. I own 4 Honda vehicles and 1 Acura. All are great vehicles. Keep up with fluid changes including transmission, transfer case and rear differential and they will last very long time.

[@rickbartocetti847]

I went from a 02 v6 Tacoma to a 14 Ridgeline. Pulling an enclosed trailer and dirt bikes off-road. The Tacoma was a great truck for the 17 years and 280,000 miles... But the the Ridgeline does everything the Taco did, but rides better and has a trunk.

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

I just got a 2023 a couple weeks ago. Anybody that I show that trunk to thinks that is awesome. They also like the tailgate that swings down or to the side.

[@PoisonShot20]

Which trim? I'm thinking about buy one.

[@rickbartocetti847]

2014 sport. Everytime we go on a trip we love it more.

[@TinasFarm]

My ‘06 Ridgeline has 250k miles and is still running great but has the P0420 codes. No rust and other than a finicky ac knob, saggy headliner and the rear seat bar that won’t lay flat while the seat is up, everything works

[@claythomas359]

Have one with a little over 200k on it. Also has the PO420 code. Scotty didn't talk about the most important part of the vehicle ( according to my wife!).... The trunk.

[@696hondacivic]

Watch scotties videos on lacquer thinner for that code.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@gregterrell5521]

I sold Hondas for a few years in utah. Ridge lines are amazing vehicles. They have utilized all storage area in cabin and bed

[@larkthomas3371]

My favorite pickup truck ever. The Honda Ridgeline.

[@tampadavis3221]

My 2006 Ridgeline has 231,000 miles. Minimum maintenance. Best truck I have had.

[@nohandletobehad]

My Ridgeline has 235 million miles and never did anything to it. Never even put gas in it, hell when I went to the gas station the teller would come out and give me 50$ just for fun. I never even replaced the tires or the oil never had to do a thing to it

[@BrandG.]

I've had my 17 ridgeline for a couple of years. It's been great for Lowes trips, kayak, and motorcycle hauling. I put a soft topper on the bed and camped a few nights in it, with the tailgate down to fit. I really love this truck.

[@Disig23]

Love the car. Did get the SMOD tho, but changed the radiator and cleaned out the gunk and runs great. You should check the fittings where the atf goes in to the engine coolant rdiator.

[@tarichar8]

I have a 2019 and I love it. It drives like a car but comes in handy when you need things like a truck. I already have over 100,000 miles on it and just had to replace the timing belt but otherwise I haven’t had any reliability issues. It’s also very quiet and smooth and gets good gas mileage.

[@Nightwish1773]

It's a car!

[@rob5944]

I've a Lexus V8 and had to do the belt, but at 100,000 miles to 10 years it's no biggie. For me it's a once in a lifetime thing as far as ownership goes, at least there's no timing chain issues or noise etc etc.

[@jmc8076]

@@Nightwish1773 Dad owned 25 tonne wrecker for 40 yrs. Bro and uncle drove semis. All pick ups small. 😂 First wanted nice car on off time and last 2 drove sml pickups for mix of both.

[@donalddoan3092]

Don't forget to replace your PCV valve when required. I changed out mine in my '10 and it was a pain as it broke and eventually came out in 4 pieces.....I'm the second owner and I'd have to say it was never changed.

[@iREALmedia]

I think they’re totally underrated truck. I love Honda.

[@Nightwish1773]

Overated!

[@yoloman7324]

@@Nightwish1773 “Honda Ridgeline is not a truck” OVERSTATED

[@jefsel881]

It is a tough midsized truck. Front wheel drive is just one of Honda’s great decisions on its design. The rear is a locker for huge utility if stuck. It’s great on snow and ice without using 4WD. That alone blows all other trucks out of the competition. It lasts forever outside of the rustbelt. Has great options like a dual open tailgate. A lockable trunk under the bed.

[@iREALmedia]

I’d rather buy the worst Honda than the best Hyundai. Still better than that Korean plastic garbage.

[@harveyevans644]

I have an 08. I bought it brand new $21,700. Not good for anything , but ok for everything. I have 86,000 miles on it. It gets 11.5 to 12 mpg in the city. Tows 5,000 lbs very well. I have gotten 20+ mpg on the highway.. I drive it ever day. One new set of tires, timing belt, struts, and 3 batteries. I change the oil with Mobil synthetic , and transmission every third oil change.. Great Truck

[@caltrask130]

i love the animal pics! You are such a good sport. Enjoyed the video.

[@abefroman7393]

Excellent review. Scotty truly is THE BEST!

[@Bululdaya]

I have the same truck. 150k miles. Regarding the tpms sensors, if they go out, the traction control system will be disabled. The sensors are cheap, I recently replaced all sensors and it works good as new. I have owned the truck since '08, kept up with all the maintenance, replaced all shocks & struts, and it still runs like new. It's been an awesome truck for what I use it for.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@Bululdaya]

@@shadowman1992 never

[@shadowman1992]

@@Bululdaya how many miles on your truck now !?

[@Bululdaya]

@@shadowman1992 about 150k. I have a client with the same truck, 250k miles and still going strong. I use mine for service work and do about 13k miles /year. No desire to replace it. It's cheap to run and it owes me nothing.

[@shadowman1992]

@Bululdaya that's awesome I have an 07 with 155k and runs great. I asked about the valve adjustment because I have been getting nervous about not getting one so I like to ask other owners if they have ever gotten one.

[@Dilligaf82nd]

I got a 2012 with a hundred and 50 thousand runs great, thank you sir great video 🐊

[@lferlance]

Very good video Scotty. It's recommended to change the timing belt between 60,000 & 100,000 miles do I need to change the water pump too?

[@BryanGuzman]

I bought one of these and I'm driving it across the country right now. Mine is an 07 and I have 123000 miles on it. I traded a 2013 Dodge Dart with 60k miles for it. Best decision I could have made. I love this truck.

[@jefsel881]

Yep, will take my 08 anywhere. 215K miles.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?

[@BryanGuzman]

@@shadowman1992 not yet. But it is on the list. I am doing a front end service on it now and replacing the cv axles and suspension myself. After that Im going to have the timing belt replaced and water pump swapped out. Im probably going to have them do the valve adjustment while theyre at it.

[@shadowman1992]

@@BryanGuzman how many miles on your ridgeline now !?

[@steveschmoe7290]

I'm on my second one. Sold my first one to my daughter. Best vehicles I've ever owned. 245,000 miles and still feels new. Did all scheduled maintenance and hasn't had an issue all. Haul tons of firewood and gravel in bed and on big trailer. No problem. My buddies Fords and Chevys breaking down all the time.

[@mharmon8883]

Sold a 245k mile vehicle to your daughter? Jeez dad give the kid a break.

[@steveschmoe7290]

@@mharmon8883 Sold it for a dollar.

[@steveschmoe7290]

And that was the first one with 100k miles.

[@mharmon8883]

Ok just making sure us dads stay in line. 😂

[@fngonzo]

Man I been wanting on of those!

[@MikeBarnett1776]

I've got 245,000 miles on my 06 RTL, and it's still a great truck. The first generation Ridgelines, while classified as a unibody, have a full perimeter frame - it just happens to be solidly welded to the body. I don't have much use for a truck designed to tow 15,000 lbs, or put 3,000 in the bed, but I've regularly had 1200 in the bed and have towed 3500 with no issues other than reduced mileage. The AWD (Honda called it 4WD on the 1st generation trucks) works surprisingly well, and I've gone further offroad than people expect. It's not a rock crawler, but it's not going to tip over - it's the widest truck, with the lowest center of gravity in it's class.

[@rrich52806]

But used ones have always sold as a premium.

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hi how are you doing 😊

[@carlosassuncao5889]

Just had my gas tank recall done on my 2006 Ridgeline. still going strong with 251K miles. Reliable vehicle with no major issues - just do the recommended maintenance per service manual. had a guy that offered $6.5 for the truck - i chose to keep it.

[@jefsel881]

Yep

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

tHanks for the comment...I'm new to the Ridgeline....(also 2006)....didn't know about a recall. tHanks again.

[@arthursmith643]

😂😂😂I just got mine done to. 😂😂After sixteen years they sent me a recall for the gas tank cross bar repair.

[@shadowman1992]

Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?