# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=138 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 139 --- ## [2009 Nissan Maxima - Peeling Clearcoat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-maxima-peeling-clearcoat/152689)
**Author:** [@AprilMitchell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AprilMitchell)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2019, 5:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-maxima-peeling-clearcoat/152689 "2019-11-15T05:47:41Z")
I purchased a brand new 2009 black Nissan Maxima. The paint on my hood and roof are also horrible. It looks like the clear coat dissolved. Every black Maxima and Altima I’ve seen that is any where around that age is t… --- ## [2020 Chevrolet Equinox - Location of Front Camera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-equinox-location-of-front-camera/152678)
**Author:** [@vincent31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vincent31)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2019, 8:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-equinox-location-of-front-camera/152678 "2019-11-14T08:16:38Z")
where is the front camera located --- ## [Cheap way to process waste oil into home heating oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-way-to-process-waste-oil-into-home-heating-oil/85304)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2019, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-way-to-process-waste-oil-into-home-heating-oil/85304 "2019-11-13T05:44:59Z")
As a home mechanic, I generate a modest amount of waste oil. Between my vehicles, small-engine equipment, and oil from work I do for others, I suppose I generate 20 gal/year. All the places that sell used oil have free c… --- ## [Any car wash advise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-car-wash-advise/152695)
**Author:** [@Xu\_Ryan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Xu_Ryan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2019, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-car-wash-advise/152695 "2019-11-13T02:22:09Z")
I’m considering this foam cannon on amazon https://www.amazon.com/RULER-Standard-Connector-Pressure-Professional/dp/B07X8F5QVC/ref=sr\_1\_68?keywords=foam+cannon&qid=1573605765&sr=8-68 The question is is this product can … --- ## [Engine trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-trouble/152588)
**Author:** [@Jason\_Davis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jason_Davis)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2019, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-trouble/152588 "2019-11-12T12:40:09Z")
Okay I have a 1990 Ford Ranger XLT 2.9L V6… The engine wants to start but won’t unless I use starter fuild. I’ve installed a new fuel pump and fuel filter, but I’m still having trouble. I’ve checked to see if I have pow… --- ## [Is 2500-2700 rpm high when shifting?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-2500-2700-rpm-high-when-shifting/152622)
**Author:** [@Taylor\_Thompson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taylor_Thompson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2019, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-2500-2700-rpm-high-when-shifting/152622 "2019-11-12T07:19:03Z")
So I have a 2001 chevy blazer. I just bought it 3 days ago and it has 222000 miles on it. Is 2500 to 2700 to high of an rpm. And this is when I’m kinda flooring it. Other times when I’m not flooring it it shifts at 1200 … --- ## [Half a tank?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/half-a-tank/150620)
**Author:** [@davepsinbox\_157004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davepsinbox_157004)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2019, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/half-a-tank/150620 "2019-11-11T21:30:27Z")
Yesterday I stopped at the corner gas station for a cup of coffee. The guy in line in front of me told the cashier he wanted to prepay for “half a tank.” The cashier thought for a moment and said “That’ll be twenty five … --- ## [Transmission Overfill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-overfill/152554)
**Author:** [@jaebarrios3\_159671](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaebarrios3_159671)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2019, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-overfill/152554 "2019-11-11T18:40:12Z")
Hello, this is my first time on the forums, so please forgive me if I’m asking this question under the wrong category. I have a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport and just changed the transmission fluid. I accidentally overfilled … --- ## [1/4 inch of snow followed by 1/2 inch of salt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-4-inch-of-snow-followed-by-1-2-inch-of-salt/152276)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2019, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-4-inch-of-snow-followed-by-1-2-inch-of-salt/152276 "2019-11-11T16:36:49Z")
Winter comes early, not complaining had 4 plows go by already. We are on a bus route so that helps. --- ## [Temperature Guage Needle Bouncing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temperature-guage-needle-bouncing/152424)
**Author:** [@slwgulick1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slwgulick1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2019, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temperature-guage-needle-bouncing/152424 "2019-11-10T15:25:56Z")
Ugh! My trusty CR-V is starting to give me a headache! Recently it started doing this thing where the temperature guage needle starts bouncing up and down as the engine warms up after a mile or so down the road. It wil… --- ## [Isurance bargains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isurance-bargains/152352)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2019, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isurance-bargains/152352 "2019-11-09T14:52:17Z")
Automobile insurance does a lot of advertising and they make all manner of claims and promises but the claims are about as vaporous as political ads. For more than a decade I had insurance with one of the most highly adv… --- ## [Will people really buy a Ferrari](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-people-really-buy-a-ferrari/152151)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2019, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-people-really-buy-a-ferrari/152151 "2019-11-09T14:12:46Z")
… as a fashion statement, rather than because of its performance?? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-11-04/ferrari-poised-to-unveil-plan-for-expansion-in-luxury-products?utm\_source=morning\_brew :woozy\_face: --- ## [Nationwide automobile transportation company that employs its own drivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nationwide-automobile-transportation-company-that-employs-its-own-drivers/152423)
**Author:** [@Hoosier37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hoosier37)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2019, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nationwide-automobile-transportation-company-that-employs-its-own-drivers/152423 "2019-11-09T14:08:14Z")
Most car transportation companies use a dispatching network. I want to be guaranteed a price and I do not want to negotiate when the driver shows up. I want to have personal belongings in a small sedan. Is there a com… --- ## [Fuel Mileage Accuracy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-mileage-accuracy/152366)
**Author:** [@RADAZE1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RADAZE1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2019, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-mileage-accuracy/152366 "2019-11-08T18:35:34Z")
Newer vehicles can calculate and display both instant and long term fuel mileage. When I calculate my fuel mileage using the traditional method (miles traveled divided by gallons of gas used) and compare it to the displa… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD - Anyone Have Any Problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-anyone-have-any-problems/152318)
**Author:** [@Celso57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Celso57)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2019, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-anyone-have-any-problems/152318 "2019-11-08T15:41:45Z")
I don’t have a problem just sort of checking if others have had any issues --- ## [2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid - Disappointing Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-disappointing-mileage/152363)
**Author:** [@BrianJanson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianJanson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2019, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-disappointing-mileage/152363 "2019-11-08T13:13:45Z")
I recently purchased a 2017 Sonata Hybrid. I’m happy with the car overall, but I am a little disappointed with the mileage so far. After driving for about two weeks I am only getting about 29 mpg, nowhere near the 39 it … --- ## [2016 Lincoln MKX - Anyone Have Any Problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lincoln-mkx-anyone-have-any-problems/152333)
**Author:** [@HEATHER35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HEATHER35)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2019, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lincoln-mkx-anyone-have-any-problems/152333 "2019-11-07T21:15:40Z")
Have you had any parts that had to be fixed or replace? --- ## [Australians, any experience with this retailer - Panel House?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/australians-any-experience-with-this-retailer-panel-house/152279)
**Author:** [@brianelliot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brianelliot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2019, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/australians-any-experience-with-this-retailer-panel-house/152279 "2019-11-07T13:33:14Z")
Hey guys! I just wanted to ask if anybody from Australia has previously been shopping and have experience with this web page here - https://www.panelhouse.com.au/ ? Thanks in advance for the answers, cheers! --- ## [Man leads police on wrong way police chase in burning car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-leads-police-on-wrong-way-police-chase-in-burning-car/152238)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2019, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-leads-police-on-wrong-way-police-chase-in-burning-car/152238 "2019-11-07T05:03:25Z")
It all ended well but this is nuts. Drugs have certainly been causing lots of issues throughout the country and this is just another side-effect. Can anyone tell what kind of car this was before it was burned to a cr… --- ## [2019 Subaru Forester - Auto Off Hard on Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-auto-off-hard-on-engine/152255)
**Author:** [@JohnPalmieri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnPalmieri)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2019, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-auto-off-hard-on-engine/152255 "2019-11-07T02:48:40Z")
RE: Your Engine Won’t Care If It Turns off – but You Might Hi guys, I live in NYC but on my annual trek to San Antonio last week, I saw your column in the local paper and the article mentioned above was of interest to … --- ## [New cars are too complicated for dealers or owners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cars-are-too-complicated-for-dealers-or-owners/151441)
**Author:** [@MARV41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MARV41)\ **Replies:** 138\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2019, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cars-are-too-complicated-for-dealers-or-owners/151441 "2019-11-06T21:16:38Z")
I experience a vibration (like washboard road) every once in awhile in my 2009 ELement. (had same experience in recent Mazda X9. These are both AWD cars. Mazda dealer said it was the transmission and was going to cost… --- ## [Soon, you may be able to buy the Peugeot that you have been lusting for!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soon-you-may-be-able-to-buy-the-peugeot-that-you-have-been-lusting-for/151925)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2019, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soon-you-may-be-able-to-buy-the-peugeot-that-you-have-been-lusting-for/151925 "2019-11-06T20:54:40Z")
:smirk: --- ## [Trade 04 VW Golf for 3rd gen 4Runner?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-04-vw-golf-for-3rd-gen-4runner/151937)
**Author:** [@kate.roberts728\_159096](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kate.roberts728_159096)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2019, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-04-vw-golf-for-3rd-gen-4runner/151937 "2019-11-06T00:43:58Z")
I have a 2004 VW diesel Golf that I bought in Seattle, and now live in Jackson, WY. While it was awesome for my commute (35-37 mpg) and tight parking places in Seattle, it’s a little iffy in the winter with 2wd and low c… --- ## [2008 Pontiac Torrent AWD or 2008 Ford Escape XLT 4x4 V6 for Winter Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-torrent-awd-or-2008-ford-escape-xlt-4x4-v6-for-winter-car/152119)
**Author:** [@matthewvc7\_159405](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewvc7_159405)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 11:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-torrent-awd-or-2008-ford-escape-xlt-4x4-v6-for-winter-car/152119 "2019-11-05T11:56:23Z")
Which is the better choice for winter and for reliability/maintenance? Thanks! Here’s a comparison chart; Nearly the same. Same fuel economy , almost same gas tank size, Escape has 200hp at 6000rpm meanwhile Torrent … --- ## [2019 Toyota Prius - MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-prius-mpg/151995)
**Author:** [@KeithClement](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithClement)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-prius-mpg/151995 "2019-11-05T02:55:50Z")
MPG not as advertised. General is about 46. Long range trip about 47 --- ## [I just finished a book](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-just-finished-a-book/151795)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-just-finished-a-book/151795 "2019-11-05T02:28:22Z")
I downloaded a book to my Kindle yesterday and just finished it, Most of my fellow gearheads here will love it. It’s called “Fins: Harley Earl, the rise of General Motors, and the Glory Days of Detroit”. If you are no… --- ## [2020 Subaru Ascent - Towing champ?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-ascent-towing-champ/152092)
**Author:** [@Alan24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alan24)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-ascent-towing-champ/152092 "2019-11-05T00:39:50Z")
Is a Subaru Ascent Premium good for pulling a 2,500 lb trailer? --- ## [They couldn't be much worse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/they-couldnt-be-much-worse/152047)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/they-couldnt-be-much-worse/152047 "2019-11-03T21:44:24Z")
… than some of the drivers whom I have observed recently! --- ## [VIN Number](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-number/151949)
**Author:** [@DaveAnderson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveAnderson)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-number/151949 "2019-11-03T19:43:24Z")
I read your column in the Dailey Sun this morning about getting build information from the VIN. How can we/you stop people from saying or writing VIN number? That’s saying vehicle information number number. Just wonder… --- ## [So realistic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-realistic/151997)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-realistic/151997 "2019-11-03T17:48:35Z")
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