# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=208 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 209 --- ## [Labor rates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/labor-rates/103405)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2017, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/labor-rates/103405 "2017-04-29T17:45:12Z")
Sorry about the out of focus nature of the pic. --- ## [CR's test drive of the new Alfa Romeo Giulia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crs-test-drive-of-the-new-alfa-romeo-giulia/103267)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2017, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crs-test-drive-of-the-new-alfa-romeo-giulia/103267 "2017-04-29T13:28:33Z")
...reveals a decently-performing sports sedan, albeit one with a BIG unknown regarding reliability and durability: Whoops! There was supposed to be a link posted here, and it shows up on my composing screen, but th… --- ## [V10 ford Rod bearing issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/v10-ford-rod-bearing-issues/103373)
**Author:** [@Propane\_Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Propane_Car)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2017, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/v10-ford-rod-bearing-issues/103373 "2017-04-28T23:56:05Z")
So have am considering buying a 2006 E350 van with the V10 that has a spun rod bearing. I have been looking and it seems like bad rod bearings is a somewhat common thing on some of the V10's. Was there a material issue… --- ## [Buy lease car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-lease-car/103334)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2017, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-lease-car/103334 "2017-04-28T14:59:51Z")
We are leasing civic. Zero down and payments are low. I did not negotiate lease. They offered 200/mo and said residual is XX but we did not even consider buying it at end. But now I am thinking maybe we should buy it and… --- ## [Possibly the greatest barn-find...ever!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possibly-the-greatest-barn-find-ever/103371)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2017, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possibly-the-greatest-barn-find-ever/103371 "2017-04-27T22:55:58Z")
Wow! http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/this-car-may-be-the-greatest-barn-find-ever/ar-BBAp0TE?li=BBnbfcL&ocid=UE01DHP --- ## [What does the term "Safety Rim" mean?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-the-term-safety-rim-mean/103379)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2017, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-the-term-safety-rim-mean/103379 "2017-04-27T22:32:17Z")
Just curious,. I've seen that term but never understood what it means. --- ## [Should I buy a used Subaru?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-used-subaru/103322)
**Author:** [@Volunteer871](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Volunteer871)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2017, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-used-subaru/103322 "2017-04-27T13:47:12Z")
I'm new to Subarus, but I'm thinking of buying used one. They seem light weight and perfect for getting through the ice and snow. I'm a single person with no kids and normally buy used subcompact Toyotas to save money.… --- ## [What's the Worst Name for a Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-worst-name-for-a-car/103079)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2017, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-worst-name-for-a-car/103079 "2017-04-27T05:37:02Z")
I'm nominating the Chevy Bolt. Bolt? Really? That's the best the folks at Chevy could come up with? --- ## [Have I got a deal for you!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-i-got-a-deal-for-you/103319)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2017, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-i-got-a-deal-for-you/103319 "2017-04-27T02:10:53Z")
There is a car dealer ad in my area that is unbelievable. They say nobody walks because their stock includes cars from bankruptcies and repossessions. Can you believe that? I know where I'm not going when I buy my next … --- ## [The return of the flying car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-return-of-the-flying-car/103271)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2017, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-return-of-the-flying-car/103271 "2017-04-26T00:07:45Z")
The return of the flying car! --- ## [Converting manual locks to power locks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-manual-locks-to-power-locks/103261)
**Author:** [@quinhazel2121](https://community.cartalk.com/u/quinhazel2121)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2017, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-manual-locks-to-power-locks/103261 "2017-04-25T00:13:44Z")
I was wondering how to/ where i can get my manual locks converted to power locks --- ## [Good book about drivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-book-about-drivers/103181)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2017, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-book-about-drivers/103181 "2017-04-24T00:58:24Z")
I bought a book called "101 Annoying Things About Other Drivers." I thought it was a hilarious book. --- ## [Seat belt 101](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-belt-101/103214)
**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2017, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-belt-101/103214 "2017-04-23T14:30:15Z")
were can i get a passengers seat belt for a 1997 nissan pickup.the nissan dealer say they don't make seat belt for a 20 year old truck. --- ## [Will any solvent remove this print?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-any-solvent-remove-this-print/103090)
**Author:** [@PipeTelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PipeTelle)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2017, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-any-solvent-remove-this-print/103090 "2017-04-22T23:39:14Z")
I want to use these natural color (translucent) 5-gallon buckets for a project. All print on the buckets must be removed. I’ve tried acetone, paint thinner, paint stripper, carburetor cleaner, gasoline, methanol, and… --- ## [What's the car in front of the Treasury building on the old $10?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-car-in-front-of-the-treasury-building-on-the-old-10/103183)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2017, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-car-in-front-of-the-treasury-building-on-the-old-10/103183 "2017-04-21T22:52:05Z")
I read a speculation it was a 1928 Hupmobile. 10 dollar bill --- ## [Light for under the hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/light-for-under-the-hood/102792)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2017, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/light-for-under-the-hood/102792 "2017-04-21T14:45:51Z")
I would like to add a light under my hood to see better. Can I use a mercury switch, led, and find a 12 volt wire to tap into ? Any other ways ? --- ## [Very cold A.C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-cold-a-c/103088)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2017, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-cold-a-c/103088 "2017-04-21T04:21:47Z")
Anyone remember an AMC Hornet ? If I get a response, I will post another question. --- ## [Add Some Advice For The 1 Out Of 3 People Who Could Not Afford A $500 To $600 Car Repair Without Going Into Debt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/add-some-advice-for-the-1-out-of-3-people-who-could-not-afford-a-500-to-600-car-repair-without-going-into-debt/102905)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 226\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2017, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/add-some-advice-for-the-1-out-of-3-people-who-could-not-afford-a-500-to-600-car-repair-without-going-into-debt/102905 "2017-04-21T03:12:50Z")
A few days ago, USA Today ran a story about the results of a AAA study that shocked some folks at AAA! Some motorists neglect maintenance and then when the car breaks down they can't afford repairs. AAA offers some b… --- ## [Long Distance Travel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-distance-travel/102990)
**Author:** [@joshcantfly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshcantfly)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2017, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-distance-travel/102990 "2017-04-20T20:14:39Z")
My car is 21 years old and It has way over 200,000 miles but the meter broke so the number is unknown it had major issues a year ago but they have been fixed, I recently have been offered to go on a trip for work but I a… --- ## [840 Horsepower Dodge Coming To A Dealer Near You! It'll Jerk The Front Wheels And Go 0-100 in 5.3 Seconds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/840-horsepower-dodge-coming-to-a-dealer-near-you-itll-jerk-the-front-wheels-and-go-0-100-in-5-3-seconds/102903)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2017, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/840-horsepower-dodge-coming-to-a-dealer-near-you-itll-jerk-the-front-wheels-and-go-0-100-in-5-3-seconds/102903 "2017-04-19T17:20:44Z")
USA Today, today has an article about the new supercharged hemi 6.2-liter Challenger SRT Demon that can do 0-60 in 2.3 seconds. The photo shows daylight underneath the front tires. A passenger front seat and rear se… --- ## [Wagon East! California to Montana](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wagon-east-california-to-montana/89995)
**Author:** [@chrisvolvos80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisvolvos80)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2017, 2:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wagon-east-california-to-montana/89995 "2017-04-19T14:36:51Z")
Hello All. So I'm moving from Southern California to Western Montana and will be taking my 2005 Volvo V70 wagon as my primary vehicle. What brings me to the state is actually working for the State of Montana after nearl… --- ## [70's car pricing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/70s-car-pricing/103102)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2017, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/70s-car-pricing/103102 "2017-04-19T02:14:11Z")
we are leasing a 2015 Honda. the residual is 13k on a 20k new car? approx. I think its high cuz we pay so little. zero down, 200/mo. wife bought a 76 impala off lease in 1979. car new was 5k and she bought it for 1500. … --- ## [Parts from the devil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-from-the-devil/103003)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2017, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-from-the-devil/103003 "2017-04-18T21:10:28Z")
--- ## [Windshield cracked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-cracked/103080)
**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2017, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-cracked/103080 "2017-04-18T18:16:06Z")
Went outside this morning and found a huge "S" shaped crack across the whole windshield. No indication of a rock or something else cracking it. Called insurance company to replace windshield since I am paying a little ex… --- ## [What car is this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-is-this/103101)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2017, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-is-this/103101 "2017-04-18T16:16:02Z")
My brother had this car. I think it was a Cyclone, but I am not sure. I think it had a 390 c.i. motor. When you drove it down the street you could see the needle for the gas gauge needle moving towards empty. But it … --- ## [Best used AWD car for under 10K](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-awd-car-for-under-10k/103061)
**Author:** [@Jaden.est95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaden.est95)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2017, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-awd-car-for-under-10k/103061 "2017-04-18T03:28:37Z")
I currently hve a 2012 VW Jetta 2.0(Slow) 115 horse power 125 torque. I live in the New Engalnd area so im looking for a more sporty, awd, manual transmission reliable used car brand. I've always liked the look of Audi b… --- ## [FIXD: Active Car Health Monitor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixd-active-car-health-monitor/103070)
**Author:** [@tccoco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tccoco)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2017, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixd-active-car-health-monitor/103070 "2017-04-18T00:09:03Z")
Is the FIXD Active Car Health Monitor worth the purchase? What are the cons? Thanks, --- ## [GM brake light failure advisory](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-brake-light-failure-advisory/103035)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2017, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-brake-light-failure-advisory/103035 "2017-04-17T13:38:21Z")
I got a notice from GM today on my Pontiac G6. Just an advisory and not a recall. Problem is that brake lights can go on without the brake pedal being pushed or brake lights can go off when the pedal is pushed. The no… --- ## [Parts cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-cost/102779)
**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2017, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-cost/102779 "2017-04-16T16:44:13Z")
I am curious....if I purchase, let's say a pair of xyz sensors at a dealer parts department to take home and install myself, do I pay the same price I would if I had the dealer install them? --- ## [Why steal air bags?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-steal-air-bags/103028)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2017, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-steal-air-bags/103028 "2017-04-16T13:58:01Z")
Last night there were thefts of steering wheels and air bags in neighborhoods near me. I assume they stole the steering wheels to get the air bags in them. Why would they do that? All I can guess is that they are after … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=207) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=209)