Can I tow with Honda Odyssey

[Jerry W.]

Thanks for the info. I'm trying to delete this post.

[Steve L.]

You've got to do a little work..For example..what does the owner's guide or the searchable database in the Towing section say you can tow? How does that compare to the range of weights in the Trailer Weights in the Real World post?

[Thomas G.]

This thread will help you estimate the total and tongue weight of a loaded camper: http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...rld-43010.html


According to this:2008 Honda Odyssey Specs towing capacity is 3500 pounds. You will need to find out if your Honda has all the required equipment for towing, as it may have been an option. Typical minimum is an auxiliary transmission cooler.

http://oempartssuperstore.com/partlo...FchaMgod-jYAPw

[ericw]

I agree that you have to do a little research. I have towed 10,000+ miles with a 2007 Odyssey and family from coast to coast and enjoyed it with no issues. I only have a 13' Scamp though.

A couple of notes. Pay special attention to how much weight goes on the hitch and in the back of the van because the Odyssey is easy to overload in back. Also, you want the "towing package" which for me included a transmission cooler which I would recommend. I have it from 2 very unofficial sources that after having transmission problems in earlier model years, the 2007 got the better transmission used in the Ridgeline.

[Steve L.]

The 2008 Odyssey manual specifies ("must have") a WDH for trailers over 1850 lb and recommends ("should have") sway control for trailers over 2000 lb.

Do with that as you will.

[Bob Miller]

Ha.... Unlike Love, posts placed here.... are forever

[Thomas G.]

OP Watch out the prosecutors here are after you.

[honda03842]

Love can certainly be forever..... and Hondas are almost like love.

As well, a whole period of posts have disappeared.

[MC1]

Like the folks above have stated the Oddy's make for a very good TV when set up right. I have talked with a few who are towing good sized TT's with their Oddy's. All had good reports.

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by MC1

Like the folks above have stated the Oddy's make for a very good TV when set up right. I have talked with a few who are towing good sized TT's with their Oddy's. All had good reports.

Any insight into the transmission status i.e. is the current trans. more robust?

[Brian B-P]

Originally Posted by Jerry W.

Thanks for the info. I'm trying to delete this post.

Why? A legitimate question was asked, and other members provided useful information in response; it makes no sense to delete the question and leave everyone else's contribution out of context.

The forum is not a personal Q&A service. It is a forum for discussion among a large group of people with common interest, and many of them might appreciate the information that six of our members took the time and trouble to provide.

Personally, I would prefer that the original question be restored, so I can understand any specific information on which the responses might be based.

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by Brian B-P

Why? A legitimate question was asked, and other members provided useful information in response; it makes no sense to delete the question and leave everyone else's contribution out of context.

The forum is not a personal Q&A service. It is a forum for discussion among a large group of people with common interest, and many of them might appreciate the information that six of our members took the time and trouble to provide.

Personally, I would prefer that the original question be restored, so I can understand any specific information on which the responses might be based.

Intimations have been made in the past (by some here on this forum) that anyone having a towing accident is subject to litigation, including investigating their towing rating. I suspect that the OP is covering his tracks.

[MC1]

Originally Posted by Thomas G.

Any insight into the transmission status i.e. is the current trans. more robust?

A good question TG. I have not read or heard of any issues with the later Oddy's even when towing the bigger trailers.

The CR shows Honda Oddy tranny's are better than average overall.

[MC1]

Anyone interested in towing with an Oddy will get a wealth of info from this blurb....

RV Lifestyle - Hitch Hints

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by MC1

A good question TG. I have not read or heard of any issues with the later Oddy's even when towing the bigger trailers.

The CR shows Honda Oddy tranny's are better than average overall.

Thanks. I think my next vehicle will be a mini van and have read some grumbling about Odyssey transmissions.

[Brian B-P]

Originally Posted by Thomas G.

... have read some grumbling about Odyssey transmissions.

More than just grumbling...
Wikipedia: Honda Odyssey - Transmission issues

We almost bought a 2004 Odyssey (it was down to the Odyssey and Sienna). We had heard of the transmission issue, which was a minor factor in the choice. This is the only common fault that I have heard of (but I'm not an Odyssey owner so I don't follow this stuff), and I suspect that it was resolved years ago.

[MC1]

Also... the 118" wheelbase and low center of gravity make them more desirable than the higher rated Pilot and Ridgeline.

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by MC1

Also... the 118" wheelbase and low center of gravity make them more desirable than the higher rated Pilot and Ridgeline.

Plus you can carry stuff inside, out of the weather - what a concept.

[MC1]

I would think Mini Vans would be popular TV's for folks with glass eggs.

The spacious interiors will hold a lot of stuff that can't fit into the smaller glass trailers. Research has shown most of them are very capable, reliable, and modestly rated at 3,500lbs. 3/4 ton of payload is more than many 1/2 ton trucks.

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by MC1

I would think Mini Vans would be popular TV's for folks with glass eggs.

The spacious interiors will hold a lot of stuff that can't fit into the smaller glass trailers. Research has shown most of them are very capable, reliable, and modestly rated at 3,500lbs. 3/4 ton of payload is more than many 1/2 ton trucks.

Sure, but SUVs and pickup trucks look so much cooler.