# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=197 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 198 --- ## [Hyundai Elantra eco 2013 stalls and restarts without any proplem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-eco-2013-stalls-and-restarts-without-any-proplem/108357)
**Author:** [@mistymissing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mistymissing)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-eco-2013-stalls-and-restarts-without-any-proplem/108357 "2017-10-06T03:09:48Z")
My Hyundai Elantra eco 2013 model started developing this problem of stalling in motion and when you start it starts with out any problem but will stall again and again, this started after i changed the top gasket due to… --- ## [One way to load a truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-way-to-load-a-truck/108327)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2017, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-way-to-load-a-truck/108327 "2017-10-05T12:35:58Z")
\[22089892\_10101586189540721\_6310963604175103747\_n\] Local guy advertising his firewood business. :frowning: --- ## [Ford or Chevy quiz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-or-chevy-quiz/108271)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2017, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-or-chevy-quiz/108271 "2017-10-04T03:24:41Z")
Have fun! --- ## [High school engineering project](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-school-engineering-project/108218)
**Author:** [@matthew.r.lewis1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthew.r.lewis1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2017, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-school-engineering-project/108218 "2017-10-03T20:33:15Z")
I’m not sure if this is allowed here. If not, please delete. In my high school engineering class, I am working on innovations centered around mechanics, both professional and at-home. My group needs some information and … --- ## [What's the biggest project you've done for your car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-biggest-project-youve-done-for-your-car/108208)
**Author:** [@Noonamee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noonamee)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2017, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-biggest-project-youve-done-for-your-car/108208 "2017-10-03T18:37:24Z")
Like the question, what’s the biggest mod you’ve done for your car so far? ( Exclude the repairment) I’m curious as I’m a car guy and I want to know what other people did with their cars Me: HID headlight :smiley: --- ## [Priorities and prayers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/priorities-and-prayers/108303)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2017, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/priorities-and-prayers/108303 "2017-10-03T03:23:45Z")
While I realize this is a car forum, there are times in life that demand priority over our normal activities. Please join me in wishing Godspeed and God’s blessings to all those murdered, wounded, and affected by this gr… --- ## [2001 Toyota Camry 2.2L My car blows a fuse for the gauges, Everytime I put it into drive. Then it start to kill the battery until it just stalls out. What can I do to figure out why that happens?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-2-2l-my-car-blows-a-fuse-for-the-gauges-everytime-i-put-it-into-drive-then-it-start-to-kill-the-battery-until-it-just-stalls-out-what-can-i-do-to-figure-out-why-that-happens/108101)
**Author:** [@shirlcastillo21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shirlcastillo21)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2017, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-2-2l-my-car-blows-a-fuse-for-the-gauges-everytime-i-put-it-into-drive-then-it-start-to-kill-the-battery-until-it-just-stalls-out-what-can-i-do-to-figure-out-why-that-happens/108101 "2017-10-01T16:54:26Z")
My car blows a fuse for the gauges, Everytime I put it into drive. Then it start to kill the battery until it just stalls out. What can I do to figure out why that happens? --- ## [Power window wiring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-wiring/108240)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2017, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-wiring/108240 "2017-10-01T02:31:42Z")
06 taurus 4 door i am getting a used door at junkyard tomorrow. i am going to use a cordless tool battery to hot wire the door so i can lower the glass and than use the jamb as a “sling” or lifting point. i am going to … --- ## [The mechanic was caught in the act](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mechanic-was-caught-in-the-act/107603)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2017, 12:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mechanic-was-caught-in-the-act/107603 "2017-09-30T12:13:46Z")
Clearly this article was not written by somebody with very much automotive knowledge (“change the air conditioner”??? :face\_with\_raised\_eyebrow:), but I think that it is still interesting. https://www.yahoo.com/gma/woma… --- ## [Dim dash lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dim-dash-lights/108000)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2017, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dim-dash-lights/108000 "2017-09-30T05:19:22Z")
my dash lights seem dim at night. the brightness control does work. it goes from dim to off. the dash light seems uniform. no bright/dim areas. my car does have autodim rearview mirror but not auto headlights. i think th… --- ## [From vacuum cleaners to cars?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/from-vacuum-cleaners-to-cars/108111)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2017, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/from-vacuum-cleaners-to-cars/108111 "2017-09-28T23:25:24Z")
:confused: --- ## [Is a Class 1 trailer Hitch a DIY job for someone who doesn't weld?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-class-1-trailer-hitch-a-diy-job-for-someone-who-doesnt-weld/108099)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2017, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-class-1-trailer-hitch-a-diy-job-for-someone-who-doesnt-weld/108099 "2017-09-27T02:37:03Z")
Through a string of unexpected circumstances, I’ve managed to leave my small utility trailer at my brother’s house in Maryland, and the vehicle I used to tow it with is no longer available to use. My sister-in-law is si… --- ## [Alfa Romeo's SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alfa-romeos-suv/108084)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2017, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alfa-romeos-suv/108084 "2017-09-26T21:14:44Z")
…might possibly be wonderful, but with sales figures this low, I question how long Fiat-Chrysler will be able to market this vehicle in the US marketplace before they are forced to pull the plug. Only about 300 sol… --- ## [When to be concerned about passing inspection with a small exhaust leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-be-concerned-about-passing-inspection-with-a-small-exhaust-leak/108100)
**Author:** [@always\_fixing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/always_fixing)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2017, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-be-concerned-about-passing-inspection-with-a-small-exhaust-leak/108100 "2017-09-26T19:10:25Z")
Just thought I’d ask what experience others have had with an exhaust leak and getting your vehicle to pass inspection. I tend to worry about it every year in MA for my 15+ year old Tundra, but it rarely seems to come up… --- ## [Self Driving Cadillac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-driving-cadillac/108081)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2017, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-driving-cadillac/108081 "2017-09-26T00:35:05Z")
Here’s a quick test drive of a Cadillac CT-6 with a self driving system on the highway. I find it interesting that the car constantly monitors the driver for attention to the road, and insists that you do so. It’s av… --- ## [Idea For Vehicle Doors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idea-for-vehicle-doors/107779)
**Author:** [@Thornback](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thornback)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2017, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idea-for-vehicle-doors/107779 "2017-09-25T13:41:48Z")
Yesterday while parking in a grocery store parking lot I had an idea. Presently when you open the doors on vehicles they have a half-way stop and a full-stop. Sometimes when you are parked close to another vehicle and yo… --- ## [Strange 2015 Impala, went on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-2015-impala-went-on-its-own/108005)
**Author:** [@harmonious\_homes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harmonious_homes)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2017, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-2015-impala-went-on-its-own/108005 "2017-09-24T17:35:11Z")
Hi everyone, a newbie here, with a question and a concern. I have 2015 Impala, with 3000 miles, I have it for two months, purchased brand new from a dealership just recently. Two weeks ago I parked it on the side of t… --- ## [Brief noise from back backing out 2014 Forte at start up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brief-noise-from-back-backing-out-2014-forte-at-start-up/108029)
**Author:** [@DESERTDRIVER](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DESERTDRIVER)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2017, 9:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brief-noise-from-back-backing-out-2014-forte-at-start-up/108029 "2017-09-24T09:24:21Z")
When I first back out of the driveway when the car is cold I sometimes (when the window is open) hear a brief noise coming from the back of the car before braking. The sound is a low-pitch squeak. Maybe the brakes? The c… --- ## [Dash lights/Old Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-lights-old-truck/107966)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2017, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-lights-old-truck/107966 "2017-09-23T20:28:52Z")
1994 GMC 2500 Dash lights went out. Where do I start. Electric is my least favorite. The lights for heater control have been funky from the beginning. When I start the truck the blink until the truck warms up? after 15… --- ## [Spoked wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spoked-wheels/107918)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2017, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spoked-wheels/107918 "2017-09-23T00:50:33Z")
I passed by an older Cadillac Deville that had spoked rims. There were hundreds, all shiny chrome, even the nipples. I build my bicycle’s wheels; the best spokes are stainless but I buy the plated steel instead. Event… --- ## [Door pins/Old truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-pins-old-truck/107951)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2017, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-pins-old-truck/107951 "2017-09-22T21:17:49Z")
I’m looking at changing the door pins on 1994 GMC truck. It says A bit. Not really an issue just have time on my hands. Anyone done this before? Is it difficult? Will the housing be wore, will it fix the sag --- ## [Engine Restore](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-restore/107867)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2017, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-restore/107867 "2017-09-19T00:56:54Z")
Engine Restore The oil additive, does it really work… --- ## [Airbag mod](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-mod/107872)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2017, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-mod/107872 "2017-09-19T00:48:04Z")
\[21762064\_1586978884698159\_3504774407411682801\_n\] --- ## [Favorite road trip destinations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/favorite-road-trip-destinations/107672)
**Author:** [@mimikr17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mimikr17)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2017, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/favorite-road-trip-destinations/107672 "2017-09-16T23:28:21Z")
Hi! I do one big road trip every year and am already thinking of next summer. I was wondering what are your favorite road trip destinations? Do you have any recommendations? --- ## [Yet Another F150 Overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yet-another-f150-overheating/106530)
**Author:** [@dave\_33770](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dave_33770)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2017, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yet-another-f150-overheating/106530 "2017-09-16T17:52:25Z")
HELP! My 2000 F150 is overheating, When towing, it overheats much quicker, I stop and turn off engine, open the hood and the reservoir is full and hot, I tried slowly to unscrew cap and it was under pressure, so I close… --- ## [Mechanics Files](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanics-files/107810)
**Author:** [@oldtimer-11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldtimer-11)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2017, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanics-files/107810 "2017-09-16T01:43:00Z")
Is the “Mechanics Files” not working? I tried 3 different towns and then Buffalo NY and got no results. --- ## [New Car safety features, closer to a self driving car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-safety-features-closer-to-a-self-driving-car/107669)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2017, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-safety-features-closer-to-a-self-driving-car/107669 "2017-09-15T05:19:07Z")
Got a Rav4, closer to self driving. Blind spot Moniter Lane assist, gently puts you back in your lane if you veer out Smart Stop Technology, automatically brakes for objects under 30mph I think, if I understood the sa… --- ## [Grades for car beacon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grades-for-car-beacon/107644)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grades-for-car-beacon/107644 "2017-09-14T17:36:27Z")
I have one of those Bluetooth beacons from State Farm in my car. I just looked at my grades. Left turns C+ Right turns B Acceleration B Braking B- Speed A+ Time of Day B I had to look up th… --- ## [Hurricane Harvey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hurricane-harvey/107314)
**Author:** [@Propane\_Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Propane_Car)\ **Replies:** 263\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hurricane-harvey/107314 "2017-09-14T14:23:00Z")
I’m not starting a political post here. We have all seen the horrific pictures of flooding in Houston area. First all I hope everyone makes it out safely. Watching the news coverage, there are tons of cars underwater.… --- ## [Prehistoric doctors of the stone age got Brake right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prehistoric-doctors-of-the-stone-age-got-brake-right/107738)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prehistoric-doctors-of-the-stone-age-got-brake-right/107738 "2017-09-13T13:42:34Z")
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