# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=206 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 207 --- ## [Great Scott! Man gets a ticket after hitting 88 mph in his DeLorean!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-scott-man-gets-a-ticket-after-hitting-88-mph-in-his-delorean/104482)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2017, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-scott-man-gets-a-ticket-after-hitting-88-mph-in-his-delorean/104482 "2017-06-01T05:38:37Z")
This was one happy Back To The Future fan. CSA :police\_car: --- ## [CVT transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cvt-transmission/104511)
**Author:** [@odatnlkn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/odatnlkn)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2017, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cvt-transmission/104511 "2017-06-01T03:12:32Z")
I have a 2011 Nissan Rogue that I purchased a few months ago. It had almost 117K miles at that time and now has 119K. When I first begin driving after about 5 seconds it starts to sputter. After I reach about 35 mph it s… --- ## [What should I look at when buying a 04-09 outback?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-should-i-look-at-when-buying-a-04-09-outback/103956)
**Author:** [@taybay501](https://community.cartalk.com/u/taybay501)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2017, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-should-i-look-at-when-buying-a-04-09-outback/103956 "2017-06-01T01:55:18Z")
--- ## [He might want to re-think his approach](https://community.cartalk.com/t/he-might-want-to-re-think-his-approach/104486)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2017, 2:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/he-might-want-to-re-think-his-approach/104486 "2017-05-31T02:30:46Z")
…to launching his boat… :smirk: --- ## [Help? Making my truck fast](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-making-my-truck-fast/104159)
**Author:** [@campos.alejandro23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/campos.alejandro23)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2017, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-making-my-truck-fast/104159 "2017-05-30T12:31:12Z")
Hi i dont know much about making vehicles fast . I like to race like on streets . i have a chevy 2007 avalanche what are things i can add to make it drive really fast and what are the prices?thanks --- ## [Towing a Chevy Bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-a-chevy-bolt/104338)
**Author:** [@mangarel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mangarel)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2017, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-a-chevy-bolt/104338 "2017-05-29T22:35:34Z")
If I tow a Chevy Bolt behind my RV, will it charge the Bolt's battery? And if not, why not? --- ## [Using a 1960 Cadillac for therapy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-a-1960-cadillac-for-therapy/104236)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2017, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-a-1960-cadillac-for-therapy/104236 "2017-05-29T03:31:58Z")
I think that there is something to be said for disconnecting from the electronic world for a few days, and enjoying the gross pleasures of a vintage Caddy convertible. What a car! :heart\_eyes: --- ## [What does "Top Fuel" mean in car racing terminology?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-top-fuel-mean-in-car-racing-terminology/104367)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2017, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-top-fuel-mean-in-car-racing-terminology/104367 "2017-05-29T00:32:29Z")
Wouldn't car racer folk always use the best fuel available? So why the "Top Fuel" distinction for certain types of races? --- ## [Car for 500+ Pound Driver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-500-pound-driver/90894)
**Author:** [@Odie2015](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Odie2015)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2017, 1:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-500-pound-driver/90894 "2017-05-28T13:00:01Z")
Hoping someone with experience here can offer up some help. 72-inch waist and 500+ pounds. Currently driving a Villager with a well worn in seat. The measurement from the back of the seat to the steering wheel is 21-i… --- ## [Another new Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-new-ford/104365)
**Author:** [@John\_Andrew\_McCormick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Andrew_McCormick)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-new-ford/104365 "2017-05-27T19:16:19Z")
Hello all! my dad recently bought a '98 Crown Vic a few days ago Got it from an older lady who didn't drive it too much and put 66,000 on it. Car is pretty immaculate inside and out and is the LX trim.. only thing that … --- ## [NEW 2017 HONDA ODYSSEY...kids don't like](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-2017-honda-odyssey-kids-dont-like/104205)
**Author:** [@Coastalmom4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coastalmom4)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-2017-honda-odyssey-kids-dont-like/104205 "2017-05-27T18:29:29Z")
We recently got hit on the freeway...totaling our 2005 Odyssey. I was glad...no injuries and I HATED that van, ready for upgrade. We shopped SUV's, etc. My husband and i hated how the Siena was so invasive "in our space"… --- ## [Best era for cars? Now!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-era-for-cars-now/104069)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2017, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-era-for-cars-now/104069 "2017-05-26T00:01:39Z")
Here's a great article on how today's cars have better power and economy than ever: --- ## [Gel batteries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gel-batteries/104164)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gel-batteries/104164 "2017-05-25T20:28:39Z")
Anyone use gel type batteries ? What do you think of them ? I helped my daughter replace a dead battery in her Escalade. Her husband wanted a gel battery. It was $220 vs $160 for a lead acid battery. She went w… --- ## [Q: Who isn't required to have a Driver's License?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/q-who-isnt-required-to-have-a-drivers-license/103736)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 12:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/q-who-isnt-required-to-have-a-drivers-license/103736 "2017-05-25T12:14:24Z")
A: Queen Elizabeth! Here is an interesting article about HRH QE II, focusing on her cars and her driving: --- ## [Weird tire wear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-tire-wear/104073)
**Author:** [@igor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/igor)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-tire-wear/104073 "2017-05-25T00:27:58Z")
I am replacing the tires on my car, and while examining them found a very interesting thing on just one of them: the treads are worn out only on the center band but not all the way around. I know that if only the center … --- ## [Dead car with a loan. What options does one have?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dead-car-with-a-loan-what-options-does-one-have/104098)
**Author:** [@igor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/igor)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dead-car-with-a-loan-what-options-does-one-have/104098 "2017-05-25T00:04:23Z")
My ex wife has (had?) a 2013 BMX X3. She took it to the dealership in March and they did an oil change, and also found something wrong with the transmission (she said leaky transmission case or some such). Few thousand d… --- ## [Speed range for best mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-range-for-best-mileage/103998)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2017, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-range-for-best-mileage/103998 "2017-05-24T03:28:41Z")
Does this look like it matches your experience ? So, for most cars, the “sweet spot” on the speedometer is in the range of 40-60 mph. Cars with a higher road load will reach the sweet spot at a lower speed. Some of the… --- ## [You can't fix "stupid"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-cant-fix-stupid/104046)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-cant-fix-stupid/104046 "2017-05-23T21:20:05Z")
Aside from demonstrating that Land Rover's "legendary" AWD system isn't as wonderful as they claim, this Rover owned proved that he isn't very smart when it comes to things automotive: :stuck\_out\_tongue\_winking\_eye: --- ## [Fuse issue or fuse box issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-issue-or-fuse-box-issue/103950)
**Author:** [@embergod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/embergod)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-issue-or-fuse-box-issue/103950 "2017-05-23T05:21:31Z")
In the 25 years or so since I've owned my truck, occasionally I've run into a problem where ill be driving and my truck will die. as in lose power and the engine shuts off. i did some research maybe 15 years ago and foun… --- ## [Anyone ever a quick jack?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-ever-a-quick-jack/104179)
**Author:** [@WhoSaidRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhoSaidRick)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2017, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-ever-a-quick-jack/104179 "2017-05-22T14:07:44Z")
https://www.quickjack.com/quickjack-features.html Its a portable mid rise lift. The 3500lbs capacity one seems like it would really limit your options. I would need either the 5000lbs or 7500lbs version. They look ki… --- ## [Radio Mysteriously switches from Aux to FM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-mysteriously-switches-from-aux-to-fm/104203)
**Author:** [@PatrickS7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickS7)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2017, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-mysteriously-switches-from-aux-to-fm/104203 "2017-05-22T13:39:48Z")
Hello CarTalk Community! I use a 3.5mm Bluetooth receiver in the Aux port of my '06 Impala (previously used a plain old 3.5mm aux cable) to play my iPod. Occasionally, the stereo will switch from Aux to FM randomly… --- ## [America’s Cars Are Suddenly Getting Faster and More Efficient](https://community.cartalk.com/t/america-s-cars-are-suddenly-getting-faster-and-more-efficient/104178)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2017, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/america-s-cars-are-suddenly-getting-faster-and-more-efficient/104178 "2017-05-22T03:14:13Z")
--- ## [Insects in Car HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insects-in-car-help/65438)
**Author:** [@ginaup718](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ginaup718)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2017, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insects-in-car-help/65438 "2017-05-22T00:29:19Z")
So a few weeks ago I was driving and I see a small little spider run across my dash.. Ick but ok, its just a small spider, I can handle that. A couple of days later, again driving, a larger spider slides right down its w… --- ## ['What Happens When Your Car Gets Hacked?'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-when-your-car-gets-hacked/104146)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2017, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-when-your-car-gets-hacked/104146 "2017-05-21T18:16:47Z")
--- ## [CCTV instead of dash cam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cctv-instead-of-dash-cam/104127)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2017, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cctv-instead-of-dash-cam/104127 "2017-05-21T00:14:53Z")
I thought about using a CCTV camera that I have in lieu of a dash cam. It has a DVR. I would need a power inverter. But I am worried about the temps inside my car. Sometimes it gets to 130 degrees F. Not sure i… --- ## [What is this thing/heap of junk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-thing-heap-of-junk/104056)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2017, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-thing-heap-of-junk/104056 "2017-05-20T18:44:06Z")
Someone on my Facebook took this picture of whatever this is parked on the side of the road. Does anyone have any rational explanation for this thing? Now I understand the term “found on road dead”. --- ## [Wiper switch change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiper-switch-change/104065)
**Author:** [@ralorimor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ralorimor)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2017, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiper-switch-change/104065 "2017-05-20T16:34:50Z")
i have a 93 toyota pickup with standard wipers and would like to change to intermittent wipers -when i bought it new i seem to remember that the salesman said he could install new switch to acomplish this-i could not aff… --- ## [1998 Acura CL with engine code P0171](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-acura-cl-with-engine-code-p0171/104103)
**Author:** [@gct2017](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gct2017)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2017, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-acura-cl-with-engine-code-p0171/104103 "2017-05-19T23:38:45Z")
First time poster, but longtime listener/viewer. I have a 1998 Acura CL commuter car. Some time ago the engine check light came on with a code of P0171. Independent shop replaced the up and downstream O2 sensor. See… --- ## [Sixt car rental: Don't bother](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sixt-car-rental-dont-bother/104068)
**Author:** [@3060026](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3060026)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2017, 12:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sixt-car-rental-dont-bother/104068 "2017-05-19T12:22:19Z")
Worst customer service. Try to find a telephone number. Difficult. When you finally find it, the number leads you through prerecorded messages. Nearly impossible to get through to an actual person. If somehow you are abl… --- ## [Keyless Entry System -- how does it work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-system-how-does-it-work/104031)
**Author:** [@lmsabes18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lmsabes18)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2017, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-system-how-does-it-work/104031 "2017-05-18T21:26:00Z")
Hi! My name is Lauren and I'm working on a physics project for school. It is an inquiry project on "How Things Work" and I'm looking into how a Keyless Entry System works, aka when I press the button on my keys, how does… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=205) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=207)