Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-13DDF4.09551313022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <%y6Ah.41$Tw5.27@newsfe08.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Wife likes the 8th seat in the Odyssey (as well as Honda's proven track
>> record with previous cars we've had) more than the electric tailgate
>> (which
>> is included in the '07 Touring Odyssey).
>
> I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.

Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

> If I really wanted a new Touring, I might seek out a Canadian model.
>

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-13DDF4.09551313022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <%y6Ah.41$Tw5.27@newsfe08.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Wife likes the 8th seat in the Odyssey (as well as Honda's proven track
>> record with previous cars we've had) more than the electric tailgate
>> (which
>> is included in the '07 Touring Odyssey).
>
> I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.

Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

> If I really wanted a new Touring, I might seek out a Canadian model.
>

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-13DDF4.09551313022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <%y6Ah.41$Tw5.27@newsfe08.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Wife likes the 8th seat in the Odyssey (as well as Honda's proven track
>> record with previous cars we've had) more than the electric tailgate
>> (which
>> is included in the '07 Touring Odyssey).
>
> I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.

Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

> If I really wanted a new Touring, I might seek out a Canadian model.
>

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE@mindspring.com> wrote in message
news:GdeAh.1013$x74.348@newsread4.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> The EX-L is easily the best deal in the Odyssey. I drive my elderly
> parents around and I decided that I wanted power sliding doors for them
> (the right decision) and rear hatches on vans get filthy fast so I wanted
> a power rear door. For that you need the touring model. I regret not
> paying more and gettting the rear view camera and navigation (my wife has
> navigation on her accord and it is a pleasure). But the front and rear
> sensors are very helpful.

We both have dash-top Garmin units. I actually like the Garmin nav better
than all others. Power tailgate and rear camera would be nice, but not
needed. I'll buy an after-market backup sensor that actually speaks
distance remaining to object for under $200 and put it in myself.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE@mindspring.com> wrote in message
news:GdeAh.1013$x74.348@newsread4.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> The EX-L is easily the best deal in the Odyssey. I drive my elderly
> parents around and I decided that I wanted power sliding doors for them
> (the right decision) and rear hatches on vans get filthy fast so I wanted
> a power rear door. For that you need the touring model. I regret not
> paying more and gettting the rear view camera and navigation (my wife has
> navigation on her accord and it is a pleasure). But the front and rear
> sensors are very helpful.

We both have dash-top Garmin units. I actually like the Garmin nav better
than all others. Power tailgate and rear camera would be nice, but not
needed. I'll buy an after-market backup sensor that actually speaks
distance remaining to object for under $200 and put it in myself.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE@mindspring.com> wrote in message
news:GdeAh.1013$x74.348@newsread4.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> The EX-L is easily the best deal in the Odyssey. I drive my elderly
> parents around and I decided that I wanted power sliding doors for them
> (the right decision) and rear hatches on vans get filthy fast so I wanted
> a power rear door. For that you need the touring model. I regret not
> paying more and gettting the rear view camera and navigation (my wife has
> navigation on her accord and it is a pleasure). But the front and rear
> sensors are very helpful.

We both have dash-top Garmin units. I actually like the Garmin nav better
than all others. Power tailgate and rear camera would be nice, but not
needed. I'll buy an after-market backup sensor that actually speaks
distance remaining to object for under $200 and put it in myself.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE@mindspring.com> wrote in message
news:GdeAh.1013$x74.348@newsread4.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> The EX-L is easily the best deal in the Odyssey. I drive my elderly
> parents around and I decided that I wanted power sliding doors for them
> (the right decision) and rear hatches on vans get filthy fast so I wanted
> a power rear door. For that you need the touring model. I regret not
> paying more and gettting the rear view camera and navigation (my wife has
> navigation on her accord and it is a pleasure). But the front and rear
> sensors are very helpful.

We both have dash-top Garmin units. I actually like the Garmin nav better
than all others. Power tailgate and rear camera would be nice, but not
needed. I'll buy an after-market backup sensor that actually speaks
distance remaining to object for under $200 and put it in myself.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
"Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:

> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>
> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
when it costs $500/tire installed.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
"Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:

> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>
> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
when it costs $500/tire installed.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
"Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:

> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>
> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
when it costs $500/tire installed.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
"Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:

> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>
> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?

The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
when it costs $500/tire installed.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-029BA1.21020413022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
>> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>>
>> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?
>
> The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
> that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

That's what I figured. IN the almost 20 years we've been together she's had
a total of 1 flat.

> Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
> overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
> severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
> tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
> when it costs $500/tire installed.

Dealer is gonna get me an extra set of rims (from other buyers who upgraded
from stock) so I'm gonna throw snows/winter tires on those and swap each
season.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-029BA1.21020413022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
>> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>>
>> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?
>
> The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
> that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

That's what I figured. IN the almost 20 years we've been together she's had
a total of 1 flat.

> Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
> overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
> severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
> tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
> when it costs $500/tire installed.

Dealer is gonna get me an extra set of rims (from other buyers who upgraded
from stock) so I'm gonna throw snows/winter tires on those and swap each
season.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-029BA1.21020413022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
>> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>>
>> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?
>
> The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
> that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

That's what I figured. IN the almost 20 years we've been together she's had
a total of 1 flat.

> Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
> overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
> severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
> tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
> when it costs $500/tire installed.

Dealer is gonna get me an extra set of rims (from other buyers who upgraded
from stock) so I'm gonna throw snows/winter tires on those and swap each
season.

Re: Probably gonna get an Odyssey...
 

"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
news:elmop-029BA1.21020413022007@nntp1.usenetserver.com...
> In article <HttAh.1360$%N4.67@newsfe11.lga>,
> "Seth" <seth_lermanNOSPAM@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> > I want an electric tailgate, but I absolutely WILL NOT suffer with
>> > run-flat tires--which is all the US Touring model is equipped with.
>>
>> Because of the high cost of tire replacement? Or some other reason?
>
> The cost of tire replacement is a huge issue, and combined with the fact
> that I'm stuck with exactly ONE brand/model of tire--that's unacceptable.

That's what I figured. IN the almost 20 years we've been together she's had
a total of 1 flat.

> Nokian WR is probably the best passenger car tire you can buy, for
> overall comfort and safety in the widest range of conditions including
> severe winter/snow duty. I don't want a crummy OEM-specific Michelin
> tire that's crappy in the winter and merely OK in the summer, especially
> when it costs $500/tire installed.

Dealer is gonna get me an extra set of rims (from other buyers who upgraded
from stock) so I'm gonna throw snows/winter tires on those and swap each
season.