# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=216 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 217 --- ## [Brake Trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-trouble/97120)
**Author:** [@mizt320](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mizt320)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2016, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-trouble/97120 "2016-12-13T01:34:16Z")
I have a 2004 Acura TL and here lately I've been having some issues with my car. The latest issue is my car will not move. When I press on my brakes there is a lot of pressure making it very hard to push them, even after… --- ## [Electric resistance heat before engine heat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-resistance-heat-before-engine-heat/96907)
**Author:** [@deckm00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deckm00)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2016, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-resistance-heat-before-engine-heat/96907 "2016-12-12T18:49:33Z")
So first of all my apologies for my ignorance as I am not a true engineer of any type, though I know a little about a lot! Ok my question is, wouldn't it be possible for car manufacturers to add electric resistance heat… --- ## [68 Mustang Engine Options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/68-mustang-engine-options/74043)
**Author:** [@boyd4715](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boyd4715)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2016, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/68-mustang-engine-options/74043 "2016-12-12T16:08:30Z")
I am exploring what options there are for improving the performance of my 68 Mustang. Currently I have a 200 Cubic Inch single barrel straight 6 backed by a 3 speed. My understanding is if I want to upgrade to a v8 s… --- ## [Taurus offset?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-offset/97083)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2016, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-offset/97083 "2016-12-12T14:57:02Z")
01 taurus has 16x6 rims with 42 mm offset and 215/60/16 tires. Will a Lincoln LS rim which is 16x7 with the same offset fit in wheel well if same size tire is used? both rims have same offset so the extra 1" width is on … --- ## [A little humor--](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-little-humor/96962)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2016, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-little-humor/96962 "2016-12-12T02:00:45Z")
\--on the topic of self-driving cars... http://assets.amuniversal.com/fc650d4092560134fae4005056a9545d :laughing: --- ## [VW to cut 30,000 jobs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-to-cut-30-000-jobs/96585)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-to-cut-30-000-jobs/96585 "2016-12-10T18:34:28Z")
Even rank & file workers of the company will suffer as a result of VW's emissions scandals. Cutting these jobs will help VW to pay the huge penalties that the company is required to hand over to various governments, bu… --- ## [Winter with AWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-with-awd/96515)
**Author:** [@WA.Sheilen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WA.Sheilen)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 10:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-with-awd/96515 "2016-12-10T10:18:25Z")
This is my first winter with AWD. Previously, I have had front wheel drive and used studded tires in winter months. I am in WA and have to drive over the mountain pass a few times over the winter, which gets pretty bad. … --- ## [Jackie Kennedy Onassis' BMW is for sale--](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jackie-kennedy-onassis-bmw-is-for-sale/96974)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jackie-kennedy-onassis-bmw-is-for-sale/96974 "2016-12-10T00:03:05Z")
\--and if you have an extra $295k sitting around, you can be the owner of this pristine 65k miles 1974 BMW. This is the car that she used to drive herself--from NYC to her NJ estate--in my neck of the woods. It's too ba… --- ## [Upside down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upside-down/96728)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 180\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upside-down/96728 "2016-12-09T22:47:37Z")
The article documents the disturbing trend to trade in vehicles before they are paid off. Those great rebates and low finance rates don't apply to this segment of the population. 72 months on an auto loan on aveqge? … --- ## [Absorption cooling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/absorption-cooling/96921)
**Author:** [@chunkyazian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chunkyazian)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/absorption-cooling/96921 "2016-12-09T14:56:56Z")
In light of the electrical resistance heating and wasted engine heat talks, it got me to ponder about this topic. 60% to 70% of the heat energy from burning fuel is not used to turn the crank. Why don't we use exhaust… --- ## [Advice on purchase of used BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-purchase-of-used-bmw/71614)
**Author:** [@boyd4715](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boyd4715)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2016, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-purchase-of-used-bmw/71614 "2016-12-08T21:46:53Z")
I am looking at purchasing a used BMW 330Ci. I am having it looked over by my mechanic but the questions is that the dealer wants to apply a premium price to the car. It is a 2001 with 123000 miles on it, manual trans… --- ## [Replacing a Ford Escape 2011](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-ford-escape-2011/96915)
**Author:** [@4flashman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/4flashman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2016, 4:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-ford-escape-2011/96915 "2016-12-08T04:23:42Z")
We have a 2011 Ford Escape 4wd. It is rusting. Need input on better lasting 4wd same size or bigger --- ## [Drivers door lock cylinder missing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-door-lock-cylinder-missing/96845)
**Author:** [@Violet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Violet)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-door-lock-cylinder-missing/96845 "2016-12-06T21:45:46Z")
Weirdest break in ever. We have a Chevy Silverado Duramax Diesel that is either a 2002 or a 2003 (maybe a 2008? ... Its not my vehicle.) that was broken into last night. There were plenty of stealable things. So many … --- ## [Collaspe hose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/collaspe-hose/96848)
**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/collaspe-hose/96848 "2016-12-06T02:59:46Z")
some jeep Cherokee have a running hot issue. because the lower radiator hose collapse. Chrysler started putting a spring in bottom hose to keep coolant flowing. were can I get that spring from without going to dealer. --- ## [Chemical Degradation in Unheated Garage in Winter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chemical-degradation-in-unheated-garage-in-winter/96836)
**Author:** [@Break\_It\_Myself\_Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Break_It_Myself_Guy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2016, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chemical-degradation-in-unheated-garage-in-winter/96836 "2016-12-05T17:49:04Z")
This is probably a stupid question, but I haven't been able to find an answer elsewhere. As such, you fine folks are subject to my stupid question. I store all of my automotive fluids and cleaners in an unattached, un… --- ## [Some of the drivers with whom we share the road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-of-the-drivers-with-whom-we-share-the-road/96828)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2016, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-of-the-drivers-with-whom-we-share-the-road/96828 "2016-12-04T14:02:27Z")
...are reckless morons like this young guy. At least the driver of the truck that he hit at 114 mph wasn't hurt. If this young guy survives his serious injuries, I wonder if he will change his ways. :angry: --- ## [Snow Tire Decision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tire-decision/96714)
**Author:** [@Regia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Regia)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2016, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tire-decision/96714 "2016-12-03T15:48:27Z")
I'm from Texas (Houston), driving to Colorado from Christmas to New years for skiing. Curious what make and type of tires I should get for one week of driving up there. I have a 2014 Toyota Tundra 2 wheel drive. Thanks i… --- ## [Portable Car Heater!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/portable-car-heater/96740)
**Author:** [@Richard\_Johnson1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard_Johnson1)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2016, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/portable-car-heater/96740 "2016-12-02T22:27:08Z")
Hello, my friend advice to me to use Portable Car Heater - namely Schumacher 1225 12V 150W Ceramic Heater and Fan. He says that it is good for car in cold weather (in winter). So parallel i hearing that this car heaters … --- ## ["B134" crap from dealership?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/b134-crap-from-dealership/96704)
**Author:** [@Naomi725](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Naomi725)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2016, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/b134-crap-from-dealership/96704 "2016-12-02T14:03:04Z")
Hi cartalk, My car, Richard a 2008 Honda Fit, has been through a lot. Recently he passed 102,000 miles and got a bit of diesel passed through him (shameful, I know, but I've already paid for this mistake dearly both pers… --- ## [Should I pay for the repairs carried out?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-pay-for-the-repairs-carried-out/96793)
**Author:** [@higgenkreuz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/higgenkreuz)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2016, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-pay-for-the-repairs-carried-out/96793 "2016-12-02T01:53:34Z")
Hello, My car has had rough idle and sometime stall. The problem is; it is a very intermittent issue and whenever I brought it to my mechanic, the problem wouldn't be present. I had the engine light on so we hooked up … --- ## [Japanese/Chinese vehicle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/japanese-chinese-vehicle/96747)
**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2016, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/japanese-chinese-vehicle/96747 "2016-11-29T21:03:20Z")
Just curious. I was in a line of traffic behind an SUV of unknown origin. I did not recognize the emblem. On the lower left hand side of the hatch was the name Dragon, on the lower right side of the hatch was the desi… --- ## [Will it last, or will it bust?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-it-last-or-will-it-bust/96501)
**Author:** [@AmyBreh87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AmyBreh87)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2016, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-it-last-or-will-it-bust/96501 "2016-11-29T05:46:00Z")
Ok so I have a 2006 Chevy Cobalt named Yuki, not that you needed to know that but I LOVE my car. Being that I love him so much (and the fact that I am a poor college student ) getting a new car is not an option at all ri… --- ## [Happy Turkey day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-turkey-day/96652)
**Author:** [@Renegade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Renegade)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2016, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-turkey-day/96652 "2016-11-29T03:38:36Z")
Happy Thanksgiving everyone,May all your cars be trouble free for the weekend. --- ## [I haven't forgotten about the Duryea brothers, but](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-havent-forgotten-about-the-duryea-brothers-but/96748)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2016, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-havent-forgotten-about-the-duryea-brothers-but/96748 "2016-11-29T00:02:40Z")
...apparently many other folks have forgotten about their importance in American automotive history: :pensive: --- ## [Auto standards in the new administration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-standards-in-the-new-administration/96643)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-standards-in-the-new-administration/96643 "2016-11-27T12:47:21Z")
I'm speculating whether President Trump will roll back the planned fuel economy targets and the tightening emission regs. Ronald Reagan did just that when his administration took office. Any comments? --- ## [2016 Mustang GT : Impressions after 1000 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mustang-gt-impressions-after-1000-miles/93250)
**Author:** [@FoDaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FoDaddy)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mustang-gt-impressions-after-1000-miles/93250 "2016-11-27T02:10:29Z")
As some of you might be aware, I purchased a new 2016 Mustang GT a little over a month ago. I'd like to share some opinions that I've formed about the car over the first month of ownership. My particular car is the GT P… --- ## [Kymera build truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kymera-build-truck/96651)
**Author:** [@monkarl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/monkarl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kymera-build-truck/96651 "2016-11-26T04:08:23Z")
Saw this Kymera truck while searching on the net for some info about the last SEMA show, and thought I'd share this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WURuVpt8Tw --- ## [New Accords Available w/Standard Transmissions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-accords-available-w-standard-transmissions/96608)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2016, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-accords-available-w-standard-transmissions/96608 "2016-11-23T15:27:40Z")
I was at a Honda dealership the other day and noticed they had a 2017 Accord there equipped w/a 6 speed standard transmission. Has the standard transmission option been available on the Accord all along then? --- ## [Wheel Locks - Do they actually work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-locks-do-they-actually-work/96523)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2016, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-locks-do-they-actually-work/96523 "2016-11-23T04:54:07Z")
Wheel locks (lug nut locks) - Do they work, or can thieves defeat them easily? My son will be parking our Highlander with brand new Blizzaks on alloy rims in a questionable area. I'm from a part of the world where my d… --- ## [Tesla demo of autopilot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-demo-of-autopilot/96587)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2016, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-demo-of-autopilot/96587 "2016-11-23T02:32:55Z")
Take a look at this: my comments: 1. The roads all had fairly well marked lane dividers, not a fail test. 2. The cameras do not seem to see very well up the side roads at a stop sign. No protection from someone spee… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=215) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=217)