So funny that they killed the truck, right?i had two chevrolet avalanche. one 2007 that i traded in 2017 for a 2013. both very happy and very minimal issues
yes and so many people talk to me about my truck. it is so versatile yet robust.So funny that they killed the truck, right?
It was a hit... and they got rid of it.
In many ways its the best "utility vehicle" concept. All the space for a family yet all the practicality of a truck.yes and so many people talk to me about my truck. it is so versatile yet robust.
Does the Ridgeline feel enough like a truck with its unibody construction? I'm used to body on frame and more traditional setups and never gave the Ridgeline a serious look, but heard many positive things about them.I grew up with a mid 70’s era Toyota— 2 seats and pretty indestructible. Great truck. After college, I got a Toyota SR5— the big innovation was the “extra cab” with the reverse swing mini rear door and jump seats in back. Also a great small truck, with no real issues over my 10 years of ownership.
Moved on to an F-150 4-Door so I could fit 2 car seats and a booster for the kids in the 90’s. It was a capable, fun truck. I liked the full size, but it had so many recalls and safety issues over 8 years, I had to get rid of it because my wife didn’t trust it anymore.
Currently have a 2013 Honda Ridgeline that has been great. Great ride, pulls 5,500 lbs, good storage under the rear seat, HUGE storage in a waterproof and lockable compartment under the bed— love that. Innovative tailgate that opens as normal, but also swings open like a door hinged on the left so you can get closer to the bed (and the in bed storage compartment). Haven’t had any serious issues.
So, my vote would be for the Ridgeline because of the innovative features, great ride, and storage— many of the same things I’m excited for on the R1T. Although not having the 180 degree folding option on the tailgate for the Launch Edition is disappointing... especially if I use the in bed storage for anything other than the spare tire.
Glad to know that.A Gen 1 Ridgeline is the best truck I've owned. It was ugly, but comfortable, practical, reliable, and was great for hauling dirt and mountain bikes. I loved the lockable trunk. I'd consider buying a new Ridgeline if not for the R1T.
Yes the Ridgeline feels like a truck to me. I haul stuff, dump mulch and compost in the back with a front end loader, lash more than I should to the roof, and take it down sketchy roads. Never been wild about the Gen 1 looks, with that sloped bed rail, but that’s minor. And, the new ones have a flat bed rail. The bed is composite, just like the Rivian, no no rust issues there. I do have some rust starting in the top seam of one of the rear doors, which is irritating— not sure how you’d ever get all that out... I’m hoping the aluminum Rivian talks about in the construction is in the doors and panels to help address rust issues.Does the Ridgeline feel enough like a truck with its unibody construction? I'm used to body on frame and more traditional setups and never gave the Ridgeline a serious look, but heard many positive things about them.
Glad to know.Yes the Ridgeline feels like a truck to me. I haul stuff, dump mulch and compost in the back with a front end loader, lash more than I should to the roof, and take it down sketchy roads. Never been wild about the Gen 1 looks, with that sloped bed rail, but that’s minor. And, the new ones have a flat bed rail. The bed is composite, just like the Rivian, no no rust issues there. I do have some rust starting in the top seam of one of the rear doors, which is irritating— not sure how you’d ever get all that out... I’m hoping the aluminum Rivian talks about in the construction is in the doors and panels to help address rust issues.
Good question about rust proofing... I live in the northeast, currently VT, where they salt the roads for potentially 7 months of the year. 😳 With that in mind, I’ve always done rustproofing for the underbody at least, and had the dealer do it when I bought the vehicle. Rusting the underbody and frame has never been the reason I’ve retired vehicles, so I guess it works? I do see CommodoreAmiga’s logic though...Glad to know.
It will be my first time even considering a bed and all the things that come with it.
Would you get rust proofing done?
I get rust proofing done all the time. It works.Good question about rust proofing... I live in the northeast, currently VT, where they salt the roads for potentially 7 months of the year. 😳 With that in mind, I’ve always done rustproofing for the underbody at least, and had the dealer do it when I bought the vehicle. Rusting the underbody and frame has never been the reason I’ve retired vehicles, so I guess it works? I do see CommodoreAmiga’s logic though...
As for the Rivian, it’s a whole new belly of the beast, as it were. Seems like they have really sealed the underbody already in a new way because of the electric/electronic aspect, as evidenced by the wading depth of 3+ feet. I guess I’m thinking I would go with what Rivian suggests is best at this point. I doubt Rivian will offer anything, especially for the Launch Editions... so I would need to find an after market dealer. On the plus side, it will be easier to spray the underbody at the car wash, as it’s much more streamlined compared to my Ridgeline. 😁