# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=205 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 206 --- ## [Inspection problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inspection-problem/103889)
**Author:** [@glendot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glendot)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2017, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inspection-problem/103889 "2017-06-16T01:56:18Z")
I have a 1998 Lincoln Continental. The service engine soon light is on. The dealer did the diagnosis and it shows I need an input manifold runner control valve and a control unit. The dealer searched all his contacts and… --- ## [Driver's License Photo Freedom](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-license-photo-freedom/104565)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 121\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2017, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-license-photo-freedom/104565 "2017-06-16T01:59:18Z")
U.S.A Today ran a story about a guy in Arizona having trouble getting his photo on a Driver License. After several tries he finally succeeded. Now it could be revoked. He says it's a matter of religious freedom because… --- ## [Amazing that trucks continue to hit bridge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/amazing-that-trucks-continue-to-hit-bridge/103487)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2017, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/amazing-that-trucks-continue-to-hit-bridge/103487 "2017-06-15T17:04:06Z")
--- ## [Gas Tank Overflows - Cleanup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-overflows-cleanup/35326)
**Author:** [@jware-sodsod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jware-sodsod)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2017, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-overflows-cleanup/35326 "2017-06-15T03:40:13Z")
This morning, after telling my small son how flammable gasoline is, the nozzle at the gas station didn't shut off and my tank overflowed. I took the car to the carwash (the works, including underbody spray), then hosed … --- ## [35 Sweet Rides](https://community.cartalk.com/t/35-sweet-rides/104908)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/35-sweet-rides/104908 "2017-06-14T21:05:55Z")
...photographed at the annual Race of Gentlemen, on the beach in Wildwood, NJ: Just be patient as the photos load! --- ## [Modifying exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modifying-exhaust/104718)
**Author:** [@susan\_burk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susan_burk)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modifying-exhaust/104718 "2017-06-14T01:56:32Z")
I'm thinking of putting the mrt v2 performance exhaust on my 2015rs. is this a good choice? thanks susan --- ## [Boy I sure miss good old R-12](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boy-i-sure-miss-good-old-r-12/104028)
**Author:** [@WhoSaidRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhoSaidRick)\ **Replies:** 164\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boy-i-sure-miss-good-old-r-12/104028 "2017-06-13T00:00:37Z")
Well the heat is picking up here and the ac in newer vehicles is not what it used to be let me tell you. If the car is heat soaked you have to roll the windows down for 10 minutes and then run the ac on recirculation fu… --- ## [The dangers of DIY car repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-dangers-of-diy-car-repairs/93831)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 6:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-dangers-of-diy-car-repairs/93831 "2017-06-13T06:19:35Z")
WCVB report: Massive blaze rips through furniture warehouse in Brockton (MA). Firefighters said the owner of the building was working on a car when it may have backfired, sparking the blaze. He and a friend were able to … --- ## [BMW X5 AWD brake disk explodes with OE biscuit wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-x5-awd-brake-disk-explodes-with-oe-biscuit-wheel/104658)
**Author:** [@csampson.za](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csampson.za)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-x5-awd-brake-disk-explodes-with-oe-biscuit-wheel/104658 "2017-06-13T03:38:16Z")
I was driving back from vacation on the Motorway, and got a Tyre pressure warning on my iDrive. I drive a BMW E70 X5 40d with X-drive. I pulled into the emergency shoulder and checked my tyre I could see no damage so … --- ## [How to sell luxury cars in Singapore](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-sell-luxury-cars-in-singapore/104849)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-sell-luxury-cars-in-singapore/104849 "2017-06-13T02:09:46Z")
:hushed: --- ## [Hi everyone!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hi-everyone/104771)
**Author:** [@duskydawn01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/duskydawn01)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hi-everyone/104771 "2017-06-12T22:50:31Z")
Hey everyone, My name is Lachlan and I'm a newly registered member here. I am here to learn more about cars before I purchase my first one I am open to suggestions from fellow members. Great community you have here by th… --- ## [Drive Less](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-less/104801)
**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-less/104801 "2017-06-12T17:43:11Z")
my wife only drive about 8,000 miles a year all city miles. I change oil every 3,000 what do you think about Mobil 1 Annual And just change once a year. --- ## [Car accident aftermath](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-accident-aftermath/74481)
**Author:** [@FabriceRocchiccioliF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FabriceRocchiccioliF)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-accident-aftermath/74481 "2017-06-12T01:36:45Z")
I got rear ended two weeks ago. Bumper fell on the ground. I was at a stop light. The airbag DID NOT deploy. Insurance took full responsibility. Car was towed, while I was sent to the ER for the mother of all headaches … --- ## [Accord trans service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-trans-service/104800)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-trans-service/104800 "2017-06-11T03:36:53Z")
01 accord has trans drain plug but no pan so changing filter is out. I changed 3 qts in attempt to see if it might improve my "missing" OD? Nope. I still swear it shifts 1-2-3-4 but maybe confused by not normal torque co… --- ## [Introduction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/introduction/104808)
**Author:** [@greenreen54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greenreen54)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/introduction/104808 "2017-06-11T01:26:36Z")
Hello everyone, Its a pleasure to be a member of this forum of people from all walks of life with one common passion – WHEELS. Automobiles have been my fascination from the childhood. . Looking forward for nice discussi… --- ## [Air Cond stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-cond-stopped-working/104828)
**Author:** [@snavleyclan7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snavleyclan7)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-cond-stopped-working/104828 "2017-06-11T00:21:32Z")
My ac or heat are not blowing at all. We changed the blower motor and the connector. Still no luck. Any suggestions? --- ## ['Even Good Drivers May Be Hampered by Stigma of High-Risk Insurance'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/even-good-drivers-may-be-hampered-by-stigma-of-high-risk-insurance/104619)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2017, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/even-good-drivers-may-be-hampered-by-stigma-of-high-risk-insurance/104619 "2017-06-10T03:44:08Z")
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/02/business/high-risk-auto-insurance-good-drivers.html --- ## [Replacement engine DIY](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-engine-diy/104716)
**Author:** [@Propane\_Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Propane_Car)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2017, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-engine-diy/104716 "2017-06-09T02:40:17Z")
I picked up a 2005 Ford E350 shuttlebus. I actually traded a gun for it and hired a guy from Uship $250 to haul it home. I have very little invested in this van. It has spun rod bearing that was disclosed when I trade… --- ## [When a person gets a dui does it indicates they are likely to be irresponsible in the future?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-a-person-gets-a-dui-does-it-indicates-they-are-likely-to-be-irresponsible-in-the-future/94204)
**Author:** [@WhoSaidRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhoSaidRick)\ **Replies:** 109\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2017, 2:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-a-person-gets-a-dui-does-it-indicates-they-are-likely-to-be-irresponsible-in-the-future/94204 "2017-06-09T02:36:09Z")
The pilot of the tragic balloon crash that killed 15 innocent people in Texas had a DUI in the past. The crash happened Saturday morning. I bet dollars to doughnuts that he still had booze in his system from Friday night… --- ## [Science Channel: Tesla car factory](https://community.cartalk.com/t/science-channel-tesla-car-factory/104558)
**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2017, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/science-channel-tesla-car-factory/104558 "2017-06-06T17:49:07Z")
This Science Channel is currently showing the TESLA car factory in series "Impossible Engineering". It originally showed last week, but is being re-run several times this week. I find it extremely interesting. Not beca… --- ## [A look at the gas stations of tomorrow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-look-at-the-gas-stations-of-tomorrow/104383)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 105\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-look-at-the-gas-stations-of-tomorrow/104383 "2017-06-05T14:54:50Z")
Shell Oil is formulating plans for fueling stations that are quite different from what we have today: --- ## [The new Acura NSX looks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-acura-nsx-looks/104524)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-acura-nsx-looks/104524 "2017-06-05T13:49:10Z")
...really nice--in all respects. --- ## [Nothing ever changes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nothing-ever-changes/104584)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nothing-ever-changes/104584 "2017-06-03T23:24:25Z")
This poem about the Joys and sorrows of owning an automobile was in the Peoples Press 7 April 1916 --- ## [Poorly written technical procedures](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poorly-written-technical-procedures/104503)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poorly-written-technical-procedures/104503 "2017-06-03T19:04:35Z")
The worst owner's manual procedure I ever saw was the one for changing the headlight lamp on my daughter's 2001 Civic. I can sympathize with the poor technical writer who had to write it, however. Whoever designed that l… --- ## [Are the genuine parts or oil or fluid really any better than aftermarket ones](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-the-genuine-parts-or-oil-or-fluid-really-any-better-than-aftermarket-ones/104369)
**Author:** [@jbrown70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbrown70)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-the-genuine-parts-or-oil-or-fluid-really-any-better-than-aftermarket-ones/104369 "2017-06-03T03:38:43Z")
Are the genuine really worth the higher cost than aftermarket? If it the car body parts, I would say yes, but if something mechanical or any fluid or oil, not so sure..... I would like to know your experience and opi… --- ## [2.0 turbo is king?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-0-turbo-is-king/104574)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-0-turbo-is-king/104574 "2017-06-03T01:43:06Z")
I see the new bmw 5 series has a standard motor which is 4cyl turbo? I thought it was annoying when the infiniti g37 or is it Q50 had that motor available. its also in the caddy ats/xts and buick verano? and others I am… --- ## [2015 toyota corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-corolla/103800)
**Author:** [@victor.iriasjr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/victor.iriasjr)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-corolla/103800 "2017-06-02T22:57:28Z")
I recently found that my side view mirror defroster fuses were missing and wondered if I can use a 20 amp fuse instead of 15 amp fuse? --- ## [The NEW Lincoln Continental](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-lincoln-continental/97773)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-lincoln-continental/97773 "2017-06-02T22:54:27Z")
For the past month or so, I have begun to see a LOT of these on the road in my area. In almost every case, I first mistake them for a late-model Jaguar (as a result of a similar grill), but then I realize that it is a … --- ## [MSD Street fire ignition coil and distributor cap and rotor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/msd-street-fire-ignition-coil-and-distributor-cap-and-rotor/104537)
**Author:** [@Devon\_Allision](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Devon_Allision)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/msd-street-fire-ignition-coil-and-distributor-cap-and-rotor/104537 "2017-06-02T01:38:27Z")
If I am replacing my ignition coil as well as cap and rotor as MSD, do I need am ignition box? --- ## [My first car- airbags question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-first-car-airbags-question/103783)
**Author:** [@thetimeywimeydoctor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thetimeywimeydoctor)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2017, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-first-car-airbags-question/103783 "2017-06-01T21:06:14Z")
Hello guys. First time posting here. I had a quick question. Before I start, I want to let you know I'm 17, so please don't be so harsh on my question, it's probably a stupid question. But anyway, I'm getting my first ca… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=204) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=206)