First/best mods???

[stayalert]

Should pick up the new to me '05 V tonight....I already have on the way a factory manaul and a hitch and trailer wiring wiring kit...I bargained a Honda roof rack into the sale and am considering a block heater (~$40 part that replaces a block drain that looks to be near the oil filter)

Hmmmm..perhaps I'm getting ahead of myself....maybe I should get the V physically in my driveway first.....

What are good mods to consider???? It's an '05 SE with ~35K miles.....My primary objectives for this vehicle are longevity, reliability, and fuel economy....I can run the block heater on a timer and save some cold start wear & tear I figure...

[irwinje]

What are good mods to consider? My primary objectives for this vehicle are longevity, reliability, and fuel economy.

I'm not sure of any mods that you can do to help increase longevity, reliability, or fuel economy.
Though, you got a Honda so you should be good on all 3 to begin with.
I can tell you, the first mod I did was getting the windows tinted. I carry a lot of different things in the back and I want them all to be hidden from prying eyes. (regardless of size)
After that I added and iPod rig, tomtom navi and WeatherTech window visors. All of which are economical and functional.

[2RedV's]

Make sure you have that block heater wired to a GFCI circuit. Also, it is not necessary to have it plugged in more than a couple of hours. I use a timer on my diesel truck, which has to sit outside sometimes because it is too big for the main garage attached to the house. I set it for 2 hours before I know I want to leave unless it is more than about minus 10 Fahrenheit, when I use a 3 hour schedule. Also, never forget that you have it attached to the car! I use a quick-disconnect like what you see on an ambulance or fire truck. If I ever forget, it won't matter as it will just pop out with no issues.

[RX729]

Aftermarket drop in replacement filter and headers...