# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=210 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 211 --- ## [Is Standard SUV (or Intermediate SUV) more comfortable then Sedan car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-standard-suv-or-intermediate-suv-more-comfortable-then-sedan-car/85147)
**Author:** [@abhisheks77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abhisheks77)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-standard-suv-or-intermediate-suv-more-comfortable-then-sedan-car/85147 "2017-03-29T17:42:40Z")
I will be going to Montana and Wyoming (Yellowstone) in August and will be covering 3000 miles in 7 days, that means a lot of driving. I will need to rent out car from rental agency (Budget/Advantage/Enterprise). I will… --- ## [Can a water cooled engine be made with the head and cylinder integral like many air-cooled units?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-water-cooled-engine-be-made-with-the-head-and-cylinder-integral-like-many-air-cooled-units/92146)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-water-cooled-engine-be-made-with-the-head-and-cylinder-integral-like-many-air-cooled-units/92146 "2017-03-29T03:28:06Z")
I have always wondered if a water cooled engine can be made with the cylinder and head integral like you see on many air-cooled engines. I was curious if one could machine coolant passages through the side of the cylind… --- ## [What is this tool?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-tool/102220)
**Author:** [@scj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scj)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-tool/102220 "2017-03-27T23:56:10Z")
Inherited some things from a cousin who worked on cars. What is this for? --- ## [Wheeler Dealers car show](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheeler-dealers-car-show/101986)
**Author:** [@galant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galant)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheeler-dealers-car-show/101986 "2017-03-27T21:28:51Z")
This used to be my favorite TV car show and now they are ripping it apart in the interest of making more money. --- ## [The Car Pros radio show](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-car-pros-radio-show/102169)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-car-pros-radio-show/102169 "2017-03-27T18:58:17Z")
This syndicated radio show is--I think--fairly new in the NY metro area, where it is broadcast on Saturday afternoons on the local CBS affiliate. I listened to it last week, and it appeared to be mostly commercials fo… --- ## [Acelerate nd pickup issue i10 grand diseal magna](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acelerate-nd-pickup-issue-i10-grand-diseal-magna/102115)
**Author:** [@ks65560](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ks65560)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 8:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acelerate-nd-pickup-issue-i10-grand-diseal-magna/102115 "2017-03-27T08:46:57Z")
I use 2 drive my grand i 10 magana but when i shift gear or in first gear my accelertae get drop nd agin i leave the pedal nd give it gets but agin nd agin it do same very light like in 1 rpm it drives nd when i use 2 … --- ## [Overhauling Vintage on TV?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overhauling-vintage-on-tv/102016)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overhauling-vintage-on-tv/102016 "2017-03-27T05:30:55Z")
I have seen programs on TV that overhauls cars Are there anything still active - which ones - links? Thanks --- ## [Amerian Eagle 1985](https://community.cartalk.com/t/amerian-eagle-1985/81308)
**Author:** [@american\_underdog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/american_underdog)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/amerian-eagle-1985/81308 "2017-03-27T01:15:03Z")
Hey guys I would like to buy a1985 Eagel sedan for $4500.00 on Hemming, lots of pics and looks great. Third owner needs to sell in South Carolina has three other classic car and no room to keep this one. Is this car a go… --- ## [98 Honda crv rattle and pull](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-honda-crv-rattle-and-pull/102124)
**Author:** [@Sky\_Nance](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sky_Nance)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-honda-crv-rattle-and-pull/102124 "2017-03-27T00:47:03Z")
Have a 98 Honda CR-V. Has a rattle sound sometimes when start up. Sounds like it's coming from right under the right passenger side front door. Notice goes away in a few seconds. Not sure if this is related but also pull… --- ## [Insufficient egr flow 00 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insufficient-egr-flow-00-honda-accord/102194)
**Author:** [@bcretian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcretian)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2017, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insufficient-egr-flow-00-honda-accord/102194 "2017-03-27T00:42:59Z")
I have a 00 Honda Accord V6, I have a code insufficient egr flow. It run ok when I first start it but some times on a cold start it excelerates and if I drive it a distance turn it off then try to start back up it missin… --- ## [President Plans To Roll-Back EPA Fuel Rules And Eliminate Burdensome Automaker Regulations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/president-plans-to-roll-back-epa-fuel-rules-and-eliminate-burdensome-automaker-regulations/101442)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 153\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2017, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/president-plans-to-roll-back-epa-fuel-rules-and-eliminate-burdensome-automaker-regulations/101442 "2017-03-26T03:30:43Z")
Good news. Help is on the way. President Trump is heading to Detroit tomorrow (Wednesday) and will meet with automakers from GM, Fiat Chrysler, Nissan, Toyota, Hyundai, etcetera. Apparently, since smaller and electric… --- ## [Question/specs about a car(s)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-specs-about-a-car-s/101772)
**Author:** [@Hopeadler53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hopeadler53)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2017, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-specs-about-a-car-s/101772 "2017-03-25T00:52:14Z")
Admittedly I'm not much of a car gal outside of basic operation and maintenance so I couldn't tell you the difference between a Ford and a Dodge, or anything like that. As such, I was hoping to delve into a little more d… --- ## [Was my Engine recalled?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-my-engine-recalled/102063)
**Author:** [@darkhorselsat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darkhorselsat)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2017, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-my-engine-recalled/102063 "2017-03-25T00:15:29Z")
I have a 2006 Hyundai Sonata. But the engine was replaced a few years later just before the 100K miles guarantee. There was a hyundai engine recall a few years later - how can I find out if the replaced engine was par… --- ## [HOV lanes annoyance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hov-lanes-annoyance/101901)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2017, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hov-lanes-annoyance/101901 "2017-03-24T22:23:21Z")
why do city buses with the NOT IN SERVICE light drive in the HOV lane? using the excuse that they are in transit back to the bus station to pick up more passengers does not fly. and why do moms and small children seem to… --- ## [Website Redesign](https://community.cartalk.com/t/website-redesign/101893)
**Author:** [@johnbarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnbarry)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2017, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/website-redesign/101893 "2017-03-24T01:45:31Z")
This has nothing to do with cars, but a question. Who the heck changed the Car Talk website? It is horrible, one of the worst I have ever seen. --- ## [O'Reilly's: Does Anybody Actually \*BUY\* Anything There?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oreillys-does-anybody-actually-buy-anything-there/101492)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2017, 7:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oreillys-does-anybody-actually-buy-anything-there/101492 "2017-03-23T19:54:38Z")
Anybody shop at this chain? As with most every Southern town, it seems, you have the three major chains: Advance, Autozone, and O'Reilly's. For years, I went to Autozone because they had stores in New England (to cover… --- ## [What is the difference between a stock and an aftermarket ECM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-difference-between-a-stock-and-an-aftermarket-ecm/101945)
**Author:** [@simianspaceman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/simianspaceman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2017, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-difference-between-a-stock-and-an-aftermarket-ecm/101945 "2017-03-23T14:08:25Z")
This may be a base question but what are the functional differences between a stock and an aftermarket ECM? When is it advantageous to use one over the other? --- ## [Need Info on my 2004 Buick LeSabre](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-info-on-my-2004-buick-lesabre/101884)
**Author:** [@samtha.sherman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samtha.sherman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2017, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-info-on-my-2004-buick-lesabre/101884 "2017-03-22T15:16:02Z")
I have a 2004 Buick LeSabre Custom Town Edition, I wanted to know why i cant find any information about the "Town Edition" model, there is no info on the internet about it, and I have never seen another one. Just toda… --- ## [Russians Go Curling On Ice Using Cars As Stones!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/russians-go-curling-on-ice-using-cars-as-stones/101786)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2017, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/russians-go-curling-on-ice-using-cars-as-stones/101786 "2017-03-21T23:32:29Z")
Hey! I saw an amusing video clip on the morning news show on TV. I don't have the capability to search or watch any videos on my PC, but if somebody can put up a link, others might have fun taking a look. Thanks. CSA --- ## [Car paint beat up after winter!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-paint-beat-up-after-winter/101864)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2017, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-paint-beat-up-after-winter/101864 "2017-03-21T17:04:46Z")
Hey all! So, I have a 2015 Kia Sportage EX. I like the Suv, but I didn't realize how badly my paint would be beat up after driving during the winter. I live in the Midwest, and we do have a lot of snow/salt on the roa… --- ## [It's nice work if you can get it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-nice-work-if-you-can-get-it/101862)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2017, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-nice-work-if-you-can-get-it/101862 "2017-03-21T13:30:21Z")
...and Porsche is getting it! --- ## [Front versus rear brake wear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-versus-rear-brake-wear/101624)
**Author:** [@Waterbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waterbuff)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2017, 10:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-versus-rear-brake-wear/101624 "2017-03-21T10:12:58Z")
Front brake pads and rotors tend to wear faster than rear brakes. Twice as fast in some cases. Is it possible for braking systems made to brake harder on rear brakes than on fronts to even out the wear more? For example… --- ## [How long can a car battery sit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-can-a-car-battery-sit/90579)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2017, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-can-a-car-battery-sit/90579 "2017-03-21T03:04:59Z")
Hey all! I am currently on vacation, and will be here for another 2 weeks (3 total). I live in the midwest, and my car is currently parked at O'Hare Airport. I have a 2012 Subaru Legacy 2.5i with 42k miles, full synth… --- ## [The tale of the $600,000+ SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-tale-of-the-600-000-suv/101196)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2017, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-tale-of-the-600-000-suv/101196 "2017-03-20T20:28:44Z")
All I can say is...yikes! --- ## [2004 Grand Prix gtp engine swap with a 2013 Buick LaCrosse engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-prix-gtp-engine-swap-with-a-2013-buick-lacrosse-engine/101796)
**Author:** [@mdjones2448](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mdjones2448)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2017, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-prix-gtp-engine-swap-with-a-2013-buick-lacrosse-engine/101796 "2017-03-19T21:18:54Z")
Can a 2013 Buick LaCrosse engine 3.6 L v6 swap into a 2004 Grand Prix gtp --- ## [Future Emission Standards](https://community.cartalk.com/t/future-emission-standards/101618)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2017, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/future-emission-standards/101618 "2017-03-19T21:08:56Z")
As per the latest budget announcements, there any not be any increase in fuel mileage or stricter emissions, at least during this administration. Any comments? --- ## [Get rid of the federal fuel tax and the highway trust fund](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-rid-of-the-federal-fuel-tax-and-the-highway-trust-fund/101064)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 130\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2017, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-rid-of-the-federal-fuel-tax-and-the-highway-trust-fund/101064 "2017-03-19T20:16:32Z")
Those busybodies at the American Society of Civil Engineers (my father was one; I used to read their magazine) gave our infrastructure a D+ again , same as 4 years ago. They call for increasing the federal fuel tax by 2… --- ## [1996 Buick Park Avenue AC Air Flow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-buick-park-avenue-ac-air-flow/101699)
**Author:** [@marktwark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marktwark)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2017, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-buick-park-avenue-ac-air-flow/101699 "2017-03-19T01:06:24Z")
When running the AC, there is no air coming out of the vents. It all comes out of the defrost vents at the windshield. I have been told it could be a vacuum leak but am not sure where to find it. Any suggestions are appr… --- ## [Suv mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-mileage/101619)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2017, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-mileage/101619 "2017-03-18T13:16:30Z")
My rear driveshaft was removed by former owner. Bad carrier bearing. Been told vue sends 10% torque to rear wheels all the time so I wonder if not having a driveshaft has any affect on mileage? Hurts it? Or not? Vue seem… --- ## [Why can't we get front bench seats anymore](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-we-get-front-bench-seats-anymore/88862)
**Author:** [@oldtimer-11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldtimer-11)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2017, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-we-get-front-bench-seats-anymore/88862 "2017-03-17T05:26:35Z")
When dropping letters at a curbside mailbox I had to drive on the wrong side of the street. I have not had a car in years that I could slide across to the other side. Large sedans are limited to 5 passengers. Even Suv… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=209) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=211)