# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=170 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 171 --- ## [2018 Hyundai Santa Fe - What's "Normal"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-santa-fe-whats-normal/127147)
**Author:** [@TriciaElliott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TriciaElliott)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-santa-fe-whats-normal/127147 "2018-10-21T00:54:17Z")
We just purchased a 2018 Hyundai 2018. It has “no abnormal noise,” which means the noise I am hearing isn’t able to fixed, according to their mechanic. Say what! It’s a $34,000. SUV and I have to listen to a wind nois… --- ## [2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Salesperson's vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-c-class-salespersons-vehicle/126680)
**Author:** [@Ann40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ann40)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-c-class-salespersons-vehicle/126680 "2018-10-21T00:47:54Z")
I just started a job in sales. Although I am perfectly comfortable and content in my dinged-up Hyundai Elantra, I feel I need more of a luxury car (my peers drive BMWs, Infinitis, and Audis) for the sake of appearance (… --- ## [2003 Subaru Baja - Cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-baja-cover/127220)
**Author:** [@JJohnson10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JJohnson10)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2018, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-baja-cover/127220 "2018-10-20T23:04:17Z")
Where can I find a tonneau cover for my 2003 Baja? --- ## [Are HID and LED Headlights Worth Buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-hid-and-led-headlights-worth-buying/109345)
**Author:** [@Waterbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waterbuff)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2018, 11:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-hid-and-led-headlights-worth-buying/109345 "2018-10-20T11:05:03Z")
From Consumer Reports: Brighter lights might not necessarily let you see farther down the road --- ## [Modern safety features encourage sloppy driving in the youth. Discuss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modern-safety-features-encourage-sloppy-driving-in-the-youth-discuss/126726)
**Author:** [@MichaelBrittan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelBrittan)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2018, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modern-safety-features-encourage-sloppy-driving-in-the-youth-discuss/126726 "2018-10-20T04:11:34Z")
Dear Car Talk, I’ve noticed your partiality to all the new safety features available on today’s cars - automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning and rear cross traffic alert, amongst oth… --- ## [Why you have (probably) already bought your last car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-you-have-probably-already-bought-your-last-car/126716)
**Author:** [@Waterbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waterbuff)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2018, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-you-have-probably-already-bought-your-last-car/126716 "2018-10-19T19:36:43Z")
https://www.bbc.com/news/business-45786690 --- ## [Equinox ABS code reader](https://community.cartalk.com/t/equinox-abs-code-reader/127064)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2018, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/equinox-abs-code-reader/127064 "2018-10-19T17:00:53Z")
should i buy a code reader for abs? $40. its new but older actron cp9449. says it will work on most cars from 1995-2005 it says it will work on 05 equinox. i have an 06 their customer support said it might work. might… --- ## [2008 Kia Sportage - Reliability question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-reliability-question/126878)
**Author:** [@KA9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KA9)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2018, 6:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-reliability-question/126878 "2018-10-18T18:03:26Z")
How reliable is the Kia Sportage engine and gearbox? --- ## [Out of date tools](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-date-tools/126849)
**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2018, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-date-tools/126849 "2018-10-18T03:42:04Z")
I have been cleaning out my garage and came across tools that no longer have a use. Oil can spout. This was useful when we had round metal oil cans. The device would puncture the top of the oil can and the spout woul… --- ## [Engine oil top off help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-top-off-help/126859)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2018, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-top-off-help/126859 "2018-10-18T02:52:38Z")
Hi guys! So, we recently traded my wife’s Nissan in for a 2017 Subaru Legacy 2.5L limited. She loves the car, but I noticed that it was about 1/4 quart low on oil at about 2,500 miles after my last oil change. We have t… --- ## [Start/Stop travails](https://community.cartalk.com/t/start-stop-travails/126886)
**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2018, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/start-stop-travails/126886 "2018-10-18T02:06:03Z")
Some of the regulars here will recall my issues with the stop/start feature on my Jeep (where the engine will shut off at stop signs/lights and restart when the brake is released). Well, I have it all figured out now. P… --- ## [Camry Driver Seat Disconfort from High/Hard Thigh Support](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-driver-seat-disconfort-from-high-hard-thigh-support/126585)
**Author:** [@chipbox\_142238](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chipbox_142238)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2018, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-driver-seat-disconfort-from-high-hard-thigh-support/126585 "2018-10-17T05:37:09Z")
I was all set to buy a very good used 2015 Camry when I ran into a problem with the driver seat. Specifically, lower back significant discomfort, which my PT said was because of the hard/high thigh support, forcing me to… --- ## [1982 Toyota Pickup- Flat-tow compatible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-toyota-pickup-flat-tow-compatible/126872)
**Author:** [@FREDAREIBIN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FREDAREIBIN)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2018, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-toyota-pickup-flat-tow-compatible/126872 "2018-10-16T15:11:59Z")
can I flat tow 1982 Toyota p.u. 4x4 with a 5 speed transmission --- ## [2008 Honda S2000 - Long dealer stay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-s2000-long-dealer-stay/126416)
**Author:** [@Dee37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dee37)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2018, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-s2000-long-dealer-stay/126416 "2018-10-16T14:03:37Z")
Dealer has had my Honda s2000 for a month. I’m guesing they like to drive it vs fix it. It sputtered and stalled twice, wouldnt restart. Ten years old and 95K miles, with major no problems til now. Help! --- ## [Battery died from listening to the radio?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-died-from-listening-to-the-radio/126667)
**Author:** [@Kannd86\_143215](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kannd86_143215)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2018, 7:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-died-from-listening-to-the-radio/126667 "2018-10-16T07:24:33Z")
A few years ago, my car battery died because I had left it in accessory mode for too long. I learned not to do that anymore. Someone told me turning the key towards me is better than putting it in accessory (turning the … --- ## [Engine cooling fans always on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cooling-fans-always-on/126844)
**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2018, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cooling-fans-always-on/126844 "2018-10-16T02:55:55Z")
My wife’s commuter car is a 1997 Acura CL 4-cyl with 238K plus miles. After cleaning the IAC valve because of rough idling I noticed that both engine cooling fans are always running when the climate control is set to he… --- ## [2011 Toyota Sienna - Window film](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-sienna-window-film/126676)
**Author:** [@Steve421](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve421)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2018, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-sienna-window-film/126676 "2018-10-16T01:38:37Z")
My mini-van windows require monthly cleaning on the inside. I don’t notice any anti-freeze odor. Very low mileage suburban driving. Coolant level requires attention maybe 1X year. Any suggestions for some type of s… --- ## [Geico Insurance 1/2 the cost, any experience with them?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geico-insurance-1-2-the-cost-any-experience-with-them/126773)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2018, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geico-insurance-1-2-the-cost-any-experience-with-them/126773 "2018-10-15T02:27:04Z")
Curious me. Am Fam and Erie my other quotes. --- ## [Is it worth buying a 1963 chevy C30 on a 1970 K5 chassy for $1500?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-buying-a-1963-chevy-c30-on-a-1970-k5-chassy-for-1500/126669)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_Daines](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_Daines)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2018, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-buying-a-1963-chevy-c30-on-a-1970-k5-chassy-for-1500/126669 "2018-10-15T00:15:11Z")
So I have an opportunity to buy a 1963 Chevy C30 on a 1970 K5 chassy for $1500, it has no lights or electrical done, the 454 big block inside it runs good but has issues topping out think it just needs to be tuned (Has 1… --- ## [National Park Senior Pass $20](https://community.cartalk.com/t/national-park-senior-pass-20/126655)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2018, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/national-park-senior-pass-20/126655 "2018-10-15T00:15:10Z")
So based on the recommendations on this board, finally got the America The Beautiful Senior pass. This is a followup, to where one should go in a previous post. So as I understand it with this pass, hang it on the mirro… --- ## [Who has gloves in his/her glove box?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-has-gloves-in-his-her-glove-box/126707)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2018, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-has-gloves-in-his-her-glove-box/126707 "2018-10-15T00:09:23Z")
Who has gloves in his/her glove box? --- ## [Hauling sheet goods](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hauling-sheet-goods/81872)
**Author:** [@m144man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/m144man)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2018, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hauling-sheet-goods/81872 "2018-10-14T22:59:33Z")
My 1980s Honda Civic hatchback was the last of its kind that was wide enough to fit a 4x8 sheet of plywood. Is there any smallish car around today that can handle that? --- ## [CV axle play at transaxle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axle-play-at-transaxle/126681)
**Author:** [@Solphilos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Solphilos)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2018, 10:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axle-play-at-transaxle/126681 "2018-10-14T22:53:50Z")
I have a 95 Geo Prizm auto 1.6l. Last week out of the blue started hearing a loud clicking sound when making right turns. This progressed to being a constant sound at low speed whether turning or not. I pulled off the t… --- ## [E-15 year-round!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/e-15-year-round/126534)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2018, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/e-15-year-round/126534 "2018-10-13T23:23:39Z")
Liddle Donnie called for E-15 year-round as a sop to corn farmers. I bet that makes motorheads happy. Why was it restricted? --- ## [2017 Ford F250 -Death wobble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-f250-death-wobble/126652)
**Author:** [@Mike19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike19)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2018, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-f250-death-wobble/126652 "2018-10-13T13:40:42Z")
My new 2017 f250 crew cab with 3800 miles, yes 3800, has exibited this death wobble at 70 mph twice now. Both times I had to fight the wheel to stay on the road. I am 6’2 275 pound and I was being thrown around in my se… --- ## [1999 Chevrolet Tracker - Significant figures](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tracker-significant-figures/126672)
**Author:** [@SmithLaura](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SmithLaura)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2018, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tracker-significant-figures/126672 "2018-10-13T13:25:05Z")
Does the digital odometer go past 99,999 or does it roll over to zero at 100k? --- ## [1996 Ford Escort - Antifreeze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-escort-antifreeze/126639)
**Author:** [@TammyJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TammyJohnson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2018, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-escort-antifreeze/126639 "2018-10-12T20:52:00Z")
What kind of antifreeze should i use? --- ## [2009 GMC Sierra 1500 - Dash cover referral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-sierra-1500-dash-cover-referral/126627)
**Author:** [@donald58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donald58)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2018, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-sierra-1500-dash-cover-referral/126627 "2018-10-12T16:48:49Z")
Where can I get a dash cover for my 2009 GMC sierra that I can install myself? --- ## [2018 Honda CR-V - Where does all that tread go?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-where-does-all-that-tread-go/126624)
**Author:** [@BillWelsch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillWelsch)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2018, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-where-does-all-that-tread-go/126624 "2018-10-12T19:00:02Z")
OK - we all know that tires wear out. But where does all that worn out tire go? Simply into the air, so we can all breath old tire rubber? Isn’t this contributing to air pollution? Is this better than your old cigars… --- ## [Ask Someone: 2015 Toyota Sienna - Unintended Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2015-toyota-sienna-unintended-acceleration/126622)
**Author:** [@michael57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michael57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2018, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2015-toyota-sienna-unintended-acceleration/126622 "2018-10-12T15:23:48Z")
My 2015 Toyota sienna on several times accelerated very fast for a few seconds when first pulling out from a parking space …I took it to my dealer who could find nothing wrong … This unwanted acceleration occurred around… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=169) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=171)