# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=116 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 117 --- ## [Brakes last longer if used more?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-last-longer-if-used-more/169287)
**Author:** [@kkdvermont\_170329](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kkdvermont_170329)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2020, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-last-longer-if-used-more/169287 "2020-09-04T19:22:18Z")
I live on a dirt road and a fair percentage of my driving is on the same. I don’t do a lot of driving (only 75,000 miles over 8 years). I’ve had to have work done on my brakes about once a year (sometimes pads, sometimes… --- ## [Smell from cigarette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smell-from-cigarette/169293)
**Author:** [@Koenvdp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Koenvdp)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2020, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smell-from-cigarette/169293 "2020-09-04T03:15:01Z")
I am looking to buy a used car. About a week ago I went to check out this Honda Prelude 5th gen from 2000. Everything looks good, it runs good. But the previous owner smoked a lot. So the only thing that is holding me ba… --- ## [Seafoam/Now it won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seafoam-now-it-wont-start/169538)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2020, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seafoam-now-it-wont-start/169538 "2020-09-04T00:46:07Z")
I put seafoam in my gas tank, drove 50 miles. Shut it off and now it won’t start --- ## [How can I disable the auto engine shutoff](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-disable-the-auto-engine-shutoff/169534)
**Author:** [@JohnPalmieri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnPalmieri)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2020, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-disable-the-auto-engine-shutoff/169534 "2020-09-03T21:25:04Z")
Has anyone figured out how to disable the auto engine shutoff: --- ## [Hi. I am new to car modding and would like some help from pros](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hi-i-am-new-to-car-modding-and-would-like-some-help-from-pros/169114)
**Author:** [@dweed384](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dweed384)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2020, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hi-i-am-new-to-car-modding-and-would-like-some-help-from-pros/169114 "2020-09-03T13:19:13Z")
Hi. I’m new to car modding and am planning out my choice for mods for my 1973 Plymouth Roadrunner that I am going to be buying and doing all the mods to. I am struggling to pick out a turbocharger and radiator as of righ… --- ## [Close vents to blow smelly air conditioner condensation outhe drain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/close-vents-to-blow-smelly-air-conditioner-condensation-outhe-drain/169509)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2020, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/close-vents-to-blow-smelly-air-conditioner-condensation-outhe-drain/169509 "2020-09-03T03:07:56Z")
Neighbor complains her air conditioner stinks. When I have time, I plan to get under her RX350 and suck out her air conditioner drain line with our shop vacuum. Until then, I suggested she turn fan on full, outside air… --- ## [Fuel pump fuse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-fuse/169360)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2020, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-fuse/169360 "2020-09-03T00:31:21Z")
The fuse for my equinox blew. Suv is 15yrs old. No idea if fuel pump is original. New fuse, it starts. What should you do? What can you do? Wiring is inaccessible. Keep fingers crossed? Drive less? --- ## [Dealer lies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-lies/169486)
**Author:** [@obelixgalo\_170463](https://community.cartalk.com/u/obelixgalo_170463)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2020, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-lies/169486 "2020-09-02T20:46:22Z")
Can something be done about returning a car that the dealer sold with lies? I went to the dealer since I arrange an appointment to buy the car I wanted. When I got there the next day, they told me the car was sold. So he… --- ## [What plugs into a K&N air filter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-plugs-into-a-k-n-air-filter/169435)
**Author:** [@MyrnsterMash](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MyrnsterMash)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2020, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-plugs-into-a-k-n-air-filter/169435 "2020-09-01T18:27:46Z")
Need to replace the K&N filter that came with the truck when I, just bought it. Yeah, it is a dinosaur, but not fossilized, yet. I love a V8, and needed transpo ASAP, and it fit my budget??? I, cannot just pop a filter o… --- ## [Buying a two-year-old new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-two-year-old-new-car/42573)
**Author:** [@NHDonn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NHDonn)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2020, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-two-year-old-new-car/42573 "2020-09-01T03:12:37Z")
I have a chance to buy a 2008 Malibu LTZ w/ 30 miles. All warranties fresh; is this a good car to buy if the price is right? What do I need to look out for? Thanks all. Don --- ## [Difference between struts and shocks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difference-between-struts-and-shocks/169377)
**Author:** [@banjo91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/banjo91)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2020, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difference-between-struts-and-shocks/169377 "2020-08-31T15:45:50Z")
I am curious to learn more about the difference between shocks and struts? I know they are suspensión components but do they serve another purpose ? --- ## [Extended Warranty Experience, From the Shop Side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty-experience-from-the-shop-side/168407)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2020, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-warranty-experience-from-the-shop-side/168407 "2020-08-30T19:10:41Z")
Haven’t been here much lately, been busy, but the posting about the 5 best extended warranties coupled with 2 cars we recently had at the shop made me want to post this. Just like anything else, as far as warranty compan… --- ## [KIA Class action lawsuit letter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-class-action-lawsuit-letter/169300)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2020, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-class-action-lawsuit-letter/169300 "2020-08-30T13:59:12Z")
Got a class Action suit notice for a Kia optima we leased, 2014 to 2017. Turned it in at the end of the lease, no problems. Reimbursement for repairs for stalling, knocking, engine failure, engine fire, illumination of … --- ## [Springsteen's Chevelle goes to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame](https://community.cartalk.com/t/springsteens-chevelle-goes-to-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame/169311)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2020, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/springsteens-chevelle-goes-to-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame/169311 "2020-08-29T19:18:36Z")
… temporarily. --- ## [CBS 60 Minutes segment on driverless automated trucking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cbs-60-minutes-segment-on-driverless-automated-trucking/169090)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2020, 12:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cbs-60-minutes-segment-on-driverless-automated-trucking/169090 "2020-08-29T12:52:10Z")
A look at a topic that has had some interesting discussions here in the forum. --- ## [Towing long distance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-long-distance/169285)
**Author:** [@Noah-25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noah-25)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-long-distance/169285 "2020-08-28T17:20:21Z")
Hello I have a 1996 5.9 dodge b3500 van I am trying to tow long distance with. The car towing is a 1983 g20 van that’s rear wheel drive. At ground weight is rounded to 4800 lbs. The 5.9 b3500 tow capacity is 8800. As … --- ## [Honest car advice , no bull\*&@](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honest-car-advice-no-bull/169232)
**Author:** [@VOLVO-V70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLVO-V70)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honest-car-advice-no-bull/169232 "2020-08-27T21:10:11Z")
The Forum rules say no profanity and that is good . But the heading for this thread is what is on the CarTalk.com main page . I think it should read NOT Bogus , as that was a main phrase on the show. I really do belie… --- ## [Honda Odyssey 2007. Change a motor oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-2007-change-a-motor-oil/169249)
**Author:** [@Josjessi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josjessi)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-2007-change-a-motor-oil/169249 "2020-08-27T17:38:25Z")
Honda Odyssey 2007 , can I use a full synthetic oil 10-30 or isn’t recommend for this minivan ? Honda recommends a synthetic oil 5 -20 --- ## [Right to repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-to-repair/169178)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-to-repair/169178 "2020-08-26T20:38:38Z")
They’re at it again in Massachusetts. The RTR bill passed last time and now the automakers are back at it. What I find particularly lame is the only argument they can come up with is that your data is not safe. If anyone… --- ## [Car Seat Outrage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-seat-outrage/168848)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-seat-outrage/168848 "2020-08-25T21:03:32Z")
Hi folks, I need a reality check to see if I’m just being a grumpy old man (my usual condition) or if I have cause to be outraged. 3 months ago my daughter delivered our first grandchild, Last week my wife informed me … --- ## [Engine overheating and oil pressure light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-and-oil-pressure-light/96014)
**Author:** [@Curtainbach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Curtainbach)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-and-oil-pressure-light/96014 "2020-08-25T04:20:26Z")
I was driving my fiance to work this morning in my 2003 VW Beetle when the high temperature warning light came on and beeped. A little bit later the oil pressure light came on as well, but only for about 30 seconds and t… --- ## [Flashing blue light under parked Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-blue-light-under-parked-honda-cr-v/169071)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-blue-light-under-parked-honda-cr-v/169071 "2020-08-25T00:39:11Z")
I was out for a walk, saw a parked car with a blue light flashing underneath, roughly around the front axle. It was a Honda CR-V. --- ## [What is this button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-button/168986)
**Author:** [@lance.cleghorn\_167694](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lance.cleghorn_167694)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-button/168986 "2020-08-24T06:16:47Z")
Does anyone know what this button is for? --- ## [Cadillac. How is the company?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-how-is-the-company/169069)
**Author:** [@AudiFlyGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AudiFlyGuy)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-how-is-the-company/169069 "2020-08-23T20:01:01Z")
Looked at a Cadillac this summer. Didn’t buy but thought the car rode and drove well. Is Cadillac selling well? Thanks --- ## [Mixing oils in lawn tractor like a dummy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mixing-oils-in-lawn-tractor-like-a-dummy/169056)
**Author:** [@paulmurphy\_170180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulmurphy_170180)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mixing-oils-in-lawn-tractor-like-a-dummy/169056 "2020-08-23T14:18:08Z")
Hello! It’s conceivable that I accidentally mixed sae 30 and 10w30 oil (1 qt each) in my 20 hp Koehler/craftsman lawn tractor today when I changed the oil. We can’t be sure since there were no witnesses. Should I wait … --- ## [Thanks, Wal-Mart!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-wal-mart/168510)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 6:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-wal-mart/168510 "2020-08-22T06:37:43Z")
This morning, I realized that I was a couple of months overdue for changing my cabin air filter, so I added Wal-Mart to my round of errands. When I got to the appropriate aisle in their automotive department, it turned… --- ## [Dishonest mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dishonest-mechanic/165498)
**Author:** [@daveofnewlands\_168048](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daveofnewlands_168048)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2020, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dishonest-mechanic/165498 "2020-08-21T21:33:04Z")
I was using my AC basically on a daily basis and have never had any issues with it. Then I took my car in for an unrelated issue, and when I picked it up the mechanic said “DO NOT USE YOUR AC, it will cause you car to st… --- ## [Just for fun. How many vehicles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-for-fun-how-many-vehicles/168671)
**Author:** [@Dylan-32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dylan-32)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2020, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-for-fun-how-many-vehicles/168671 "2020-08-21T20:32:20Z")
Just for fun, how many personal vehicles have you owned? If you own(ed) a vehicle lot or dealership, those vehicles don’t count. Just your personal motorized vehicles. If your folks bought you a go kart as a kid, that co… --- ## [UPS added AdvanceAuto to be their pickup/drop-off locations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ups-added-advanceauto-to-be-their-pickup-drop-off-locations/168997)
**Author:** [@thegreendrag0n](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thegreendrag0n)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2020, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ups-added-advanceauto-to-be-their-pickup-drop-off-locations/168997 "2020-08-21T15:46:31Z")
seem to be quite convenient: --- ## [Paramedic says 2016 RX350's LED headlights should wig-wag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paramedic-says-2016-rx350s-led-headlights-should-wig-wag/168163)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2020, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paramedic-says-2016-rx350s-led-headlights-should-wig-wag/168163 "2020-08-21T04:36:45Z")
\[Too difficulto geto the LED cooling fan wire without breaking into the $2,081.66 headlight assembly.\] LED source is not replaceable. Yellow incandescenturn signabulb is. Will I damage themergencyehicle’s LED headli… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=115) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=117)