# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=120 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 121 --- ## [Railroad crossingates now have red \[|||||\]....\[|||||\]....\[|||||\] instead of \\\\\\\\\\....\\\\\\\\\\....\\\\\\\\\\](https://community.cartalk.com/t/railroad-crossingates-now-have-red-instead-of/167175)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/railroad-crossingates-now-have-red-instead-of/167175 "2020-07-12T18:09:33Z")
Heard thath.is because a woman interpreted the \\\\\\ as pointing lefto drive around the closed gate and she was hit by a train. TRVTH or MYTH? Thank you. --- ## [Moving Object Detection Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-object-detection-problem/167290)
**Author:** [@Tall-Paul-Iowa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tall-Paul-Iowa)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2020, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-object-detection-problem/167290 "2020-07-14T01:47:20Z")
Last year I bought a 2016 certified Rogue SV. The blind spot warning and moving objection rarely goes off. I have extended warranty so I took it into the local dealer not where I purchased it because of driving distance.… --- ## [What size power inverter can my truck run?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-power-inverter-can-my-truck-run/167233)
**Author:** [@jameson.luttrell\_154832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameson.luttrell_154832)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2020, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-power-inverter-can-my-truck-run/167233 "2020-07-14T00:15:33Z")
I bought a 2000 watt (4000 watt peak) inverter. I want to install it into my truck with a 4.3 vortec. Does any one know if my alternator and battery could handle it if I use it while running the truck at idle? Could it p… --- ## [Honda CVT or Non CVT?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-cvt-or-non-cvt/167122)
**Author:** [@ntauctions](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ntauctions)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-cvt-or-non-cvt/167122 "2020-07-13T13:47:48Z")
In the market for a used SUV and I think we’re going to go w a Honda CRV. I’ve heard bad things about the CVT transmissions so we’re leaning toward a 2014 with the automatic transmission. The guy at the Honda dealership … --- ## [1997 subaru legacy overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-subaru-legacy-overheating/82127)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-subaru-legacy-overheating/82127 "2020-07-13T00:52:55Z")
no white smoke, no water in the oil. I think the antifreeze is not circulating. thermostat? plugged radiator? faulty water pump? air blocked? I have had heat in the car when the gauge is on "H" and then cool air whe… --- ## [Best place to search for a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-place-to-search-for-a-car/167189)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-place-to-search-for-a-car/167189 "2020-07-12T22:29:54Z")
for buying a cheap car and hoping for 25,50 sometimes even 100k miles with minor repairs is a needle in a haystack, especially if your planning to do ton of personal and work driving. But most cars near 150k-175k are on … --- ## [Base model F150 without power locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/base-model-f150-without-power-locks/167170)
**Author:** [@Newt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Newt)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/base-model-f150-without-power-locks/167170 "2020-07-12T12:35:03Z")
Purchased a used 2006 base model F150, manual windows and no power door locks. My issues is programming a key fob. I have tried the steps as given with cycling the key on and off the 8 times and waiting for the doors to… --- ## [Classic MG Midgets, MGBs, Triumphs, Alfa Romeros, etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-mg-midgets-mgbs-triumphs-alfa-romeros-etc/167163)
**Author:** [@Chuck-131](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chuck-131)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 12:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-mg-midgets-mgbs-triumphs-alfa-romeros-etc/167163 "2020-07-12T12:22:15Z")
I’ve been warned not to buy any of these, unless you know and enjoy fixing cars(I am not good at that). I’ve read some positive reviews about these little classics(of course, those reviewers might be good with cars, for… --- ## [Brake Pedal Spongy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-spongy/167121)
**Author:** [@rockyfeb821](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rockyfeb821)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2020, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-spongy/167121 "2020-07-11T14:54:23Z")
For about a month, my brakes felt like they were taking longer to stop. Brake pedal started to feel more spongy, i thought it was because of worn down pads. Shaking when stopping. I was also hearing squeaking from time t… --- ## [Getting gas at Costco](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-gas-at-costco/166054)
**Author:** [@SibGauntt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SibGauntt)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2020, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-gas-at-costco/166054 "2020-07-11T14:31:15Z")
If “Don’t Top Off, Bill” is a Costco customer this could be his problem: At my Costco station the gas nozzles must be pressed against the gas tank nozzle to maintain flow into the tank. When this pressure is released th… --- ## [Hyundai dealer shops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-dealer-shops/166916)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2020, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-dealer-shops/166916 "2020-07-11T00:13:18Z")
As I’ve said on here before I really like my Hyundai Accent. Can’t say the same for the service departments. First oil change at the selling dealer resulted in overfilling the oil by about a quart and putting on an off … --- ## [Harbor Freight Jack stands again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/harbor-freight-jack-stands-again/166925)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2020, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/harbor-freight-jack-stands-again/166925 "2020-07-10T21:10:25Z")
This just came in my email Lots of folks having a bad day over this ============================================== To the Harbor Freight Community: I’m writing to apologize. I often reach out to tell you about Harbor… --- ## [Metal particles in oil of new engine - normal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-particles-in-oil-of-new-engine-normal/165929)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2020, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-particles-in-oil-of-new-engine-normal/165929 "2020-07-09T01:30:36Z")
The engine from a previous discussion in my 1999 F250 Super Duty has been replaced with a Ford remanufactured unit. This is a Motorcraft one and not a parts store model and this is the 2V 5.4L engine. It came with valv… --- ## [Low bridge in North Carolina](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-bridge-in-north-carolina/166926)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2020, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-bridge-in-north-carolina/166926 "2020-07-08T16:35:15Z")
--- ## [My Car Has No Child Safety Locks PLEASE HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-has-no-child-safety-locks-please-help/78564)
**Author:** [@Seamus87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seamus87)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2020, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-has-no-child-safety-locks-please-help/78564 "2020-07-08T14:50:54Z")
I own a 2011 Smart Car and it has no child safety locks, the problem is that for my job I take care of children and adults with Autism, This requires me to transport them in my own vehicle and one of my kids likes to swi… --- ## [Bad break-in and blow-by](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-break-in-and-blow-by/166972)
**Author:** [@arwcca\_166186](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arwcca_166186)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2020, 1:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-break-in-and-blow-by/166972 "2020-07-08T13:27:50Z")
Hello, I would like to ask a simple question about blow-by in a brand new engine. Ok so, if an engine is flogged during its break-in period, does it cause piston ring damage? And also, if the piston rings are damaged,… --- ## [TMI problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tmi-problems/166725)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2020, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tmi-problems/166725 "2020-07-08T12:28:39Z")
Reading posts here and elsewhere on public forums I am often reminded of customers who were compelled to recite the epic tale of grief that brought them to call or drop by my shop. “Well I was driving south… no, no, no,… --- ## [Does it come with ejector seat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-it-come-with-ejector-seat/166928)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2020, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-it-come-with-ejector-seat/166928 "2020-07-07T22:58:12Z")
Aston Martin Creates First James Bond DB5 --- ## [Front end rattle cause?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-rattle-cause/166783)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2020, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-rattle-cause/166783 "2020-07-06T23:06:24Z")
I have 2 2005 equinoxes. 1 has 170k miles with new struts and control arms and sway bar links and bushings and rattles like a mofo. The 2nd has 220k miles and everything is original and has zero rattle. Like night and da… --- ## [A REALLY sleazy auto dealership](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-really-sleazy-auto-dealership/166788)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2020, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-really-sleazy-auto-dealership/166788 "2020-07-06T16:15:19Z")
… leaves a lease customer in the lurch. :unamused: --- ## [Leaking Transmission, is it a good idea to put in a store bought sealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-transmission-is-it-a-good-idea-to-put-in-a-store-bought-sealer/166283)
**Author:** [@paul\_168510](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paul_168510)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2020, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-transmission-is-it-a-good-idea-to-put-in-a-store-bought-sealer/166283 "2020-07-05T16:04:21Z")
I’ve a 1987 merc 300 SL & the transmission is leaking. is it ok to put one of those sealers. if so is there a recommended brand. Thanks Paul Car Novice --- ## [How to clean tools?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-clean-tools/166794)
**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2020, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-clean-tools/166794 "2020-07-04T16:30:38Z")
We have a lot of old tools that I need to clean. What is the best way to clean them: Tide laundry detergent, gas, carb cleaner, something else? --- ## [Beforelectronic turn signals, how did Mustang turn signalsequentially operate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beforelectronic-turn-signals-how-did-mustang-turn-signalsequentially-operate/166544)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2020, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beforelectronic-turn-signals-how-did-mustang-turn-signalsequentially-operate/166544 "2020-07-04T00:25:26Z")
Or did early models not \[\]\[\]\[\] \[\]\[\]\[\] \[\]\[\]\[\] Thank you. --- ## [2020 Ford Fusion - Did dealer steal my coin tray?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-fusion-did-dealer-steal-my-coin-tray/166717)
**Author:** [@rkrause03\_168757](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rkrause03_168757)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-fusion-did-dealer-steal-my-coin-tray/166717 "2020-07-03T21:40:18Z")
I just recently bought a 2020 Ford Fusion SEL. I was leasing a 2017 Fusion SE and in the center console (armrest), there was a little removable tray that sat in there creating a two-tiered storage compartment. There were… --- ## [Soy Wiring in Cars - Alternatives?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soy-wiring-in-cars-alternatives/166518)
**Author:** [@carsleuth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carsleuth)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2020, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soy-wiring-in-cars-alternatives/166518 "2020-07-03T17:03:30Z")
Hello All! Spouse is in the market to replace a 2004 Subaru Outback, which in the past has been targeted by destructive rodents. In effort not to bring home a “meal on wheels” for rodents, we are in the early stages of … --- ## [Need help with some suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-some-suggestions/166758)
**Author:** [@vnm097\_168771](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vnm097_168771)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2020, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-some-suggestions/166758 "2020-07-03T15:25:11Z")
\-new headlights -new exuast system -new rims -new radio -new stereo new speakers all suggestions appreciated! --- ## [Long tube headers and a dyno tune](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-tube-headers-and-a-dyno-tune/166699)
**Author:** [@FoDaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FoDaddy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2020, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-tube-headers-and-a-dyno-tune/166699 "2020-07-03T03:31:14Z")
I’ve been slowly upgrading my Mustang over the past few years. The latest addition was pair of American Racing long tube headers. Due to Covid 19 my tuner was running about 2 weeks behind schedule, but eventually a slo… --- ## [Valiant Charger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/valiant-charger/166590)
**Author:** [@oldtimer-11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldtimer-11)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2020, 4:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/valiant-charger/166590 "2020-07-02T04:45:07Z")
Several years ago therer was a TV Show called Newton’s Law, it was on for only 2 years and the protagonist was a Female Australian lawyer. Her car was an Australian Valiant Charger with an inline 6 Hemi. I think the sho… --- ## [Ford unveils the new F-150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-unveils-the-new-f-150/166376)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2020, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-unveils-the-new-f-150/166376 "2020-07-02T02:20:55Z")
… and it looks like a winner–as long as their reliability can remain better than that of their competitors. --- ## [Heavy towing needed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heavy-towing-needed/166418)
**Author:** [@qattaway\_168583](https://community.cartalk.com/u/qattaway_168583)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heavy-towing-needed/166418 "2020-06-30T20:38:11Z")
I am needed a vehicle that can tow 12k-15k lbs. what will be best for me, cost and reliability for a low to mid years 2000’s. Hopefully under $10,000 [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=119) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=121)