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02-14-2017, 09:49 AM #1
Launching Mojo with a Honda Pilot
Hey guys, I was wondering what your thoughts are about launching with a Honda Pilot. I'm a first time boat owner and I don't have a vehicle that I feel comfortable towing my boat with yet. I do plan on getting a Tundra later this year but for now I'm stuck with a Honda Pilot. I don't plan to tow the boat anywhere. I'm going to keep it at a marina that offers both in and out service and outdoor storage with launch use. I planned on doing the in and out service at first but the self service launching is $1,000 cheaper. My Pilot is rated to tow 3,500 lbs. Do you guys think I could get away with launching the boat without a.) ending up in the river with my car b.) destroying the transmission? Thanks
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02-14-2017, 11:09 PM #2Senior Member
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I've used a FWD 2010 Pilot to move my Mojo around my drive way and in and out of the garage due to its short wheelbase improving maneuverability. I have not taken it over about 5 mph or up or down any inclines.
Is your pilot 4wd? If so I think you'd have a better chance of getting back up a ramp and the towing capacity is higher then the 2wd model, but would still be over capacity with a Mojo.
I'm not sure about the tranny, but it would be more of a traction situation on the ramp. Just try creeping around with the boat in tow for a little while getting a feel for the load. If it feels like too much, then stop. If not try backing down and back up the ramp a little bit at a time, very slowly.
If your try it, keep your window open so you can escape if you get pulled into the water.2015 Mojo Surf Edition
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02-15-2017, 11:00 AM #3
If your Pilot doesn't have at least the 3inch receiver on the hitch, then you could likely cause damage to the vehicle its self. not only does the vehicle have a weight rating but the Hitch also has one.
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02-15-2017, 12:41 PM #4
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02-15-2017, 12:48 PM #5
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02-15-2017, 01:14 PM #6
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02-15-2017, 02:43 PM #7Senior Member
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02-15-2017, 05:02 PM #8
Brings the whole girth or length discussion to mind...
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02-15-2017, 06:49 PM #9
Boy did I derail this thread or what lol
Malo <--- Means--Evil or Mean One. This explains a lot.
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02-15-2017, 07:00 PM #10Senior Member
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I have a mojo, and I have a pilot and I strongly suggest you do not attempt this. Mind you, my pilot only has a 2" receiver...
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