# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=171 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 172 --- ## [2005 - 2007 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-2007-chevy-colorado-lt-crew-cab/126550)
**Author:** [@Wolfpackfan1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wolfpackfan1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2018, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-2007-chevy-colorado-lt-crew-cab/126550 "2018-10-12T14:41:40Z")
Hi, good evening. I am looking to purchase a Colorado in the 10 -12 yr old range. I know that with this age it really depends on previous owner’s maintenance. I get that. Hoping to find a private sale but those are p… --- ## [2017 Buick Enclave - Dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-enclave-dash/126584)
**Author:** [@Mike08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike08)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2018, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-enclave-dash/126584 "2018-10-11T21:37:44Z")
How can I get the speed limits to display on car? --- ## [The case of the intoxicated Driver Ed Instructor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-case-of-the-intoxicated-driver-ed-instructor/126436)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2018, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-case-of-the-intoxicated-driver-ed-instructor/126436 "2018-10-11T19:22:08Z")
This poorly-written article doesn’t mention that the teens asked the McDonald’s staff to phone 911 for them, in order to notify the police that their instructor was driving drunk. Kudos to those kids for getting this gu… --- ## [Clicking noise Ford ka](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-noise-ford-ka/126344)
**Author:** [@Nikita\_Smith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nikita_Smith)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2018, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-noise-ford-ka/126344 "2018-10-11T16:19:27Z")
I have a Ford ka 2012 model and I have a clicking noise from the front passenger side wheel. The car has only done 24000 miles if anyone has any idea what it is. I have checked and haven’t seen any stones. Could it be my… --- ## [What is the frontal surface of an Ford Escort?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-frontal-surface-of-an-ford-escort/126512)
**Author:** [@302tjthijssen\_142524](https://community.cartalk.com/u/302tjthijssen_142524)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2018, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-frontal-surface-of-an-ford-escort/126512 "2018-10-11T02:51:04Z")
Hello, my fellow car enthusiasts. I’m looking for the frontal surface of the ford escort for my school project, because I want to bring evolution of the escort in to view. Here for am I looking for the frontal surface o… --- ## [What's wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-wrong/126232)
**Author:** [@Taleschi\_Dixon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taleschi_Dixon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2018, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-wrong/126232 "2018-10-10T23:19:53Z")
Nissan rogue 2008 what’s wrong with my car when I drive on the highway for two hours or more my car loses acceleration I push the gas pedal all the way to the floor and the still slowly accelerates and in some cases almo… --- ## [Re-learning a manual transmission after 15+ years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-learning-a-manual-transmission-after-15-years/126331)
**Author:** [@Conroy\_Mendel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Conroy_Mendel)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2018, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-learning-a-manual-transmission-after-15-years/126331 "2018-10-10T23:04:29Z")
So after much thought I decided to buy a manual car after 15+ years of driving solely automatic. With my first manual (1991 Pontiac sunbird), I was never that confident with it so I didn’t really want to go back to a man… --- ## [Did I need to let my 1970 AMC Rambler “relax” before shutting off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-need-to-let-my-1970-amc-rambler-relax-before-shutting-off/126363)
**Author:** [@TomGeary](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomGeary)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2018, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-need-to-let-my-1970-amc-rambler-relax-before-shutting-off/126363 "2018-10-10T21:57:32Z")
Back in '72, two friends and I drove across America and back, starting in Upstate NY. The vehicle was a '68 Rambler American. After drives of 3-4 hours and more, the owner of said vehicle insisted we idle the car for 5… --- ## [Ask Someone: 2014 Honda CR-V - How was that engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2014-honda-cr-v-how-was-that-engine/126238)
**Author:** [@MathewChacko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MathewChacko)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2018, 6:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2014-honda-cr-v-how-was-that-engine/126238 "2018-10-10T18:03:18Z")
hi honda crv 2.2 automatic engie perfomance --- ## [Why do the wheel wells rust on Ford Escapes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-the-wheel-wells-rust-on-ford-escapes/126318)
**Author:** [@Miller20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miller20)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2018, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-the-wheel-wells-rust-on-ford-escapes/126318 "2018-10-10T03:27:33Z")
Why is there rust in the rear wheel wells of the ford escapes. How can you stop it from spreading without replacing the panel. --- ## [Looooong Road Trip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looooong-road-trip/116984)
**Author:** [@diz\_oh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/diz_oh)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2018, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looooong-road-trip/116984 "2018-10-10T02:56:44Z")
I’m 36 and don’t know much about auto repair. But I’ve got wanderlust. Bad. I’ve got the itch to drive thousands of miles all up and down North America. I’ve driven cross-country four times. Once by myself. But always in… --- ## [Buick Electra Cruiser - narrow down years to buy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-electra-cruiser-narrow-down-years-to-buy/126386)
**Author:** [@AudiFlyGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AudiFlyGuy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2018, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-electra-cruiser-narrow-down-years-to-buy/126386 "2018-10-09T11:53:44Z")
I’m hoping to buy a 1970-1976 Electra 225 Limited or Landau (whatever the top model for that year might be). This car is for sentimental (childhood) memories plus I think these are beautiful cars. Sunday afternoon cru… --- ## ["the 1935 Hudson Terraplane that Myron Robart purchased in 1948 for $25."](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-1935-hudson-terraplane-that-myron-robart-purchased-in-1948-for-25/126338)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2018, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-1935-hudson-terraplane-that-myron-robart-purchased-in-1948-for-25/126338 "2018-10-08T03:01:04Z")
https://www.abqjournal.com/1229773/old-photo-of-car-sparks-memories.html --- ## [Why don’t they design wipers to come on with headlights?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-don-t-they-design-wipers-to-come-on-with-headlights/125462)
**Author:** [@SidneySpeiden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SidneySpeiden)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2018, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-don-t-they-design-wipers-to-come-on-with-headlights/125462 "2018-10-06T17:37:10Z")
Why can’t the wizards at the car plants follow the engineers at Peterbilt and have it so the headlights come on when the wipers are turned on. I drove a truck for 45+ years and I can tell you headlights would make a diff… --- ## [Observed a driverless car making a mistake today](https://community.cartalk.com/t/observed-a-driverless-car-making-a-mistake-today/125775)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2018, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/observed-a-driverless-car-making-a-mistake-today/125775 "2018-10-06T15:58:45Z")
Nothing serious, just another data point. What appeared to be a driverless car was making a left turn from a 6 lane highway to a 2 lane road during afternoon commute. Directly crossing my path. It had the protection… --- ## [Possible engine swaps for 87' Porsche 911?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-engine-swaps-for-87-porsche-911/126199)
**Author:** [@leitmotif](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leitmotif)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2018, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-engine-swaps-for-87-porsche-911/126199 "2018-10-05T02:09:37Z")
Is it possible to drop in a VW Type 1 or 4 aircooled engine in my project 911? I like the idea of ‘less is more’ horsepower, kind of 912esque. I also think the lighter engine would contribute to a better balanced car. I … --- ## [On line purchase from a McParts store](https://community.cartalk.com/t/on-line-purchase-from-a-mcparts-store/113379)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2018, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/on-line-purchase-from-a-mcparts-store/113379 "2018-10-04T17:02:39Z")
Several times now I have ordered parts from my local brick & mortar store on line and picked it up later that day. Nice and convenient. And if I got the wrong part I can swap it the same day. I did notice that the on… --- ## [Did Ford make the Retro Model B in ‘71 or ‘72?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-ford-make-the-retro-model-b-in-71-or-72/126152)
**Author:** [@JOHNREESE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHNREESE)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2018, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-ford-make-the-retro-model-b-in-71-or-72/126152 "2018-10-04T04:51:16Z")
Did or did not FORD produce a NEW RETRO 1931 MODEL B with a PINTO engine IN 1971 OR '72? I remember going to the local dealer in Asheville NC to see it however I’ve not fount one for sale now. Thank you --- ## [1998 Ford Expedition - What else can go wrong?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-expedition-what-else-can-go-wrong/126078)
**Author:** [@JohnBirk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnBirk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2018, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-expedition-what-else-can-go-wrong/126078 "2018-10-04T02:10:00Z")
I am told the manifold has to be replaced on my 1998 Expedition. Coolant leaking and affection #8 cylinder. Had plugs and wires replaced a month ago. Is there anything else I should be aware of? --- ## [Wheels on a Wrangler, do they do something special with the extra Screw or whatever near the outside of the rim?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheels-on-a-wrangler-do-they-do-something-special-with-the-extra-screw-or-whatever-near-the-outside-of-the-rim/96731)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2018, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheels-on-a-wrangler-do-they-do-something-special-with-the-extra-screw-or-whatever-near-the-outside-of-the-rim/96731 "2018-10-03T13:49:29Z")
? --- ## [2005 Kia Rio - Rims help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-kia-rio-rims-help/126074)
**Author:** [@Erich18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erich18)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2018, 2:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-kia-rio-rims-help/126074 "2018-10-02T14:55:19Z")
I want to find rims that are compatible with my 05 Kia Rio which is a 4 bolt 14" rim. I already know that a 13" Kia rim will fit on the rear, but not on the front. I would like to know the website that can tell me which… --- ## [Radar cop rear ended](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radar-cop-rear-ended/125878)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2018, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radar-cop-rear-ended/125878 "2018-10-02T04:55:23Z")
radar cop parked in median is hit by tow truck driver who was towing a car who was ticketed for another offense. kinda goes round and round? something tells me radar cop had lights off? it was 1am so maybe he was in st… --- ## [What manufacturer is this hubcap from!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-manufacturer-is-this-hubcap-from/125967)
**Author:** [@Erik\_Wintturi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erik_Wintturi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2018, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-manufacturer-is-this-hubcap-from/125967 "2018-10-02T03:12:31Z")
We found this hubcap buried behind our sauna. It’s probable been there for at least a few decades. No one has any idea what kind of car it’s from. Who knows!? Please cure our curiosity! --- ## [Weird electrical issue with 2005 Honda Civic trunk tail lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-electrical-issue-with-2005-honda-civic-trunk-tail-lights/125986)
**Author:** [@Jg\_Cortez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jg_Cortez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2018, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-electrical-issue-with-2005-honda-civic-trunk-tail-lights/125986 "2018-10-02T03:05:06Z")
I’m having a weird electrical problem with both (R&L) trunk tail lights. As I turn on my headlight my truck tail lights should automatically turn on but they don’t. I just noticed that when I open my trunk half way up m… --- ## [Flying car -- for real!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flying-car-for-real/125783)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2018, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flying-car-for-real/125783 "2018-10-02T01:23:15Z")
From the Jetsons cartoons sixty years ago to now, the future has arrived, just differently. --- ## [Auto-stop-start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-stop-start/125915)
**Author:** [@ticoman13\_142742](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ticoman13_142742)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2018, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-stop-start/125915 "2018-10-02T00:19:47Z")
is there any car maker that doesn’t have the auto-stop-start feature? looking to get new vehicle, but personally hate that feature. thanks all --- ## [At $375,000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-375-000/125793)
**Author:** [@chunkyazian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chunkyazian)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2018, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-375-000/125793 "2018-10-01T16:38:59Z")
Why not just buy a freightliner with proper air brakes instead of this three axle Chevy? --- ## [1989 Ford E350 - Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-e350-issues/125782)
**Author:** [@johnhayes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnhayes)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2018, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-e350-issues/125782 "2018-10-01T16:01:13Z")
any issues? im thinking about buying a diesel --- ## [Hybrid battery question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-battery-question/89670)
**Author:** [@StarSword](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StarSword)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2018, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-battery-question/89670 "2018-10-01T14:18:44Z")
I'm looking at getting an '08 Ford Escape Hybrid for my next car. My dad told me with the previous model I looked at ('06 Escape Hybrid that sold before I could come look at it) that I'd need to have the battery pack re… --- ## [The seeming demise of the “old school parts house”](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-seeming-demise-of-the-old-school-parts-house/125532)
**Author:** [@Scrapyard-John](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrapyard-John)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2018, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-seeming-demise-of-the-old-school-parts-house/125532 "2018-10-01T13:23:33Z")
Hello, forum. I need to vent. I haven’t been on in a while. I sort of took a hiatus / semi-banned myself due to some folks taking offense at off topic references I made that were offensive to folks that seem overly offen… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=170) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=172)