# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=223 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 224 --- ## [ZF Automatic Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/zf-automatic-transmission/94382)
**Author:** [@Ninja300Rider](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ninja300Rider)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2016, 3:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/zf-automatic-transmission/94382 "2016-08-15T03:50:35Z")
Hi CarTalk Community, I have a bit of a problem here and I hope that my question is not out of place. I want to construct a Lepelletier automatic 6 speed gearbox. I want to create a 6HP19 with the following (standard… --- ## [Will a Ranger frame fit under my 85 LTD wagon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-ranger-frame-fit-under-my-85-ltd-wagon/94468)
**Author:** [@Dracom\_blade01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dracom_blade01)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2016, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-ranger-frame-fit-under-my-85-ltd-wagon/94468 "2016-08-14T22:39:29Z")
I have been toying with the idea for a wile now. Of taking a 4x4 Ranger frame and sticking it under my 85 LTD wagon body, Give it a little lift, drop in a 302, and making myself a unique little toy. the thing holding me … --- ## [Stranded! Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stranded-help/94429)
**Author:** [@Garyfran60](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Garyfran60)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2016, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stranded-help/94429 "2016-08-14T14:45:00Z")
Just spent $800 on new alternator when my 2008 Odyssey broke down while on Va-ca in Utah. Battery charging warning light went on, slight electrical burn smell, battery drained. No power, car went into limp mode. Had it … --- ## [Brake pads and brake system longetivity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pads-and-brake-system-longetivity/93762)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2016, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pads-and-brake-system-longetivity/93762 "2016-08-13T03:18:43Z")
I wonder how long do brakes last under typical and various driving patterns. With my current car (2006 Suzuki Forenza) at 80k miles, I do not recall having to specifically change the brake pads or any other brake compone… --- ## [How to properly jack you're car up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-properly-jack-youre-car-up/94167)
**Author:** [@smc85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smc85)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2016, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-properly-jack-youre-car-up/94167 "2016-08-12T17:48:49Z")
Was wondering how to properly jack up a car and if all cars are the same when doing this --- ## [Trying to buy a idle vehicle from stubborn owner, Argh!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-buy-a-idle-vehicle-from-stubborn-owner-argh/94192)
**Author:** [@WhoSaidRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhoSaidRick)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2016, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-buy-a-idle-vehicle-from-stubborn-owner-argh/94192 "2016-08-12T01:28:35Z")
So There is a house I pass every now and then and I noticed a while back there is an old late 80s caprice that has been sitting in the driveway since spring, It is in good condition for the year and having spent 25 years… --- ## [\[CO\] Co-worker hit me in the parking lot at work, what should I expect?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/co-co-worker-hit-me-in-the-parking-lot-at-work-what-should-i-expect/94301)
**Author:** [@NoLimit3492](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NoLimit3492)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/co-co-worker-hit-me-in-the-parking-lot-at-work-what-should-i-expect/94301 "2016-08-10T18:45:00Z")
Neither of us have ever been in an accident before so we were not sure how the process works. He gave me his insurance card and I called his insurance to start a claim. They took all of the information and assigned me a … --- ## [Kinda stupid question, but I have a blank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kinda-stupid-question-but-i-have-a-blank/94424)
**Author:** [@BigBo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BigBo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kinda-stupid-question-but-i-have-a-blank/94424 "2016-08-10T14:42:23Z")
Whats the name of bar on the left and right of the engine? Support bar? I have a blank lol. --- ## [Civic won't turn off HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-wont-turn-off-help/93438)
**Author:** [@Phoenix0531](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Phoenix0531)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-wont-turn-off-help/93438 "2016-08-10T03:19:07Z")
Dear car talk, I have a 1995 Honda civic. It blew the pgm-fi fuse after installing a working horn. Then the car wouldn't turn off. It was In Park I removed the key and the engine and brake lights were still on. When I… --- ## [New battery installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-installation/94366)
**Author:** [@Toyota\_forever](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toyota_forever)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-installation/94366 "2016-08-10T03:12:47Z")
I have a 2013 Toyota Venza and I unhooked the battery to clean the cables full of corrosion and re connected the battery. When I started it up it shut off immediately. After about 10-15 seconds I started it again and was… --- ## [Transmission fluid disappearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-disappearing/94014)
**Author:** [@Dawneed24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dawneed24)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-disappearing/94014 "2016-08-10T02:51:15Z")
My 2007 Kia spectra is losing transmission fluid but not leaving a spot user the car where is it going? --- ## [Upcoming Migration of the Car Talk Community](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upcoming-migration-of-the-car-talk-community/93840)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upcoming-migration-of-the-car-talk-community/93840 "2016-08-10T02:05:43Z")
Hi everyone, Our new community is here - almost. Right now, we anticipate launching it at the beginning of this week. (Yep, that soon!) Like our Senior Web Lackey, Doug Mayer, announced a few months ago, we’re swit… --- ## [My 88 camry just had the clutch (clutch kit approx 150.00) replaced for 250.00 but needs a 5sp tranny?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-88-camry-just-had-the-clutch-clutch-kit-approx-150-00-replaced-for-250-00-but-needs-a-5sp-tranny/94347)
**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-88-camry-just-had-the-clutch-clutch-kit-approx-150-00-replaced-for-250-00-but-needs-a-5sp-tranny/94347 "2016-08-10T00:22:17Z")
I love this car and the engine runs fine; do you guys think I could get a used 5spd tranny for around 200.00? And if so; where? Is it hard to pull a 5spd tranny at pull apart? I pd 15.00 for the clutch kit and approx.… --- ## [Honda / Takata airbag recall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-takata-airbag-recall/92974)
**Author:** [@shanonia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanonia)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 10:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-takata-airbag-recall/92974 "2016-08-09T10:49:43Z")
According to Honda's website, the recall does not include Hondas made before 2001. Does this mean that pre-2001 Hondas are KNOWN (not just assumed) to NOT have the problem with their airbag inflators? In other words, ar… --- ## [Least expensive way to own a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/least-expensive-way-to-own-a-car/93957)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/least-expensive-way-to-own-a-car/93957 "2016-08-07T23:18:10Z")
I'm often asked what is the least expensive way to drive. The answer will depend a lot on the user and your needs. Thee are some options: Buy a new car and maintain it well and drive it as long as you legally can. Th… --- ## [Could we hit a technological/economic dead end with cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-we-hit-a-technological-economic-dead-end-with-cars/94088)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-we-hit-a-technological-economic-dead-end-with-cars/94088 "2016-08-07T17:51:59Z")
All things being considered regarding the cost to buy, maintain and operate a motor vehicle could we see someone offering a retro-kit at J.C.Whitney, et al, that offered a basic distributor and carburetor to replace trou… --- ## [FUBAR power tools](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fubar-power-tools/79888)
**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 7:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fubar-power-tools/79888 "2016-08-07T07:15:45Z")
What do you do with fouled up beyond all repair (FUBAR) power tools? --- ## ['The USA's dangerous driving culture'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-usas-dangerous-driving-culture/93894)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 132\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-usas-dangerous-driving-culture/93894 "2016-08-06T20:36:14Z")
From last week's \The Lancet\: in 2013, 32 894 people died in vehicle crashes in the USA, equating to a death rate of 10·3 per 100 000 population. This was by far the highest rate of all 20 countries, and nearly… --- ## [What is the worst safety design defect that ever made it to production?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-worst-safety-design-defect-that-ever-made-it-to-production/94039)
**Author:** [@WhoSaidRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhoSaidRick)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-worst-safety-design-defect-that-ever-made-it-to-production/94039 "2016-08-06T04:55:03Z")
This is the guy formally known as WheresRick. I cant get back onto my old account so now I am back as WhoSaidRick. Recently I seen a crash involving a mid 80's chevy c/k pickup, it was a left front collision, no one a… --- ## [How reliable would a CVT transmission be in constant stop and go driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-reliable-would-a-cvt-transmission-be-in-constant-stop-and-go-driving/94080)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2016, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-reliable-would-a-cvt-transmission-be-in-constant-stop-and-go-driving/94080 "2016-08-05T23:50:38Z")
My mail carrier drives a relatively new Nissan Juke, the strange bug eyed car. You can see the thing coming from a long way off and it is very distinctive. It is also odd to see a rural mail carrier driving a newish ca… --- ## [Discovered! Another Tucker 48--](https://community.cartalk.com/t/discovered-another-tucker-48/94287)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2016, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/discovered-another-tucker-48/94287 "2016-08-05T00:01:29Z")
\--and this one has less than 8k on the odometer, with little or no rust damage! http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/an-ultra-rare-dollar3-million-tucker-48-was-discovered-in-an-ohio-barn/ar-BBuTutV?li=BBnbfcL&o… --- ## [Do deer whistles work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-deer-whistles-work/93572)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2016, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-deer-whistles-work/93572 "2016-08-04T20:19:52Z")
I smashed into a deer but good at 55mph in the new Mitsubishi Mirage. It actually came through this pretty well but will need quite a bit of work. The driver door won't open, and the fender and hood are trash. I went … --- ## [Need car for project](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-car-for-project/94090)
**Author:** [@Propane\_Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Propane_Car)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2016, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-car-for-project/94090 "2016-08-04T14:35:50Z")
My daily driver is getting a lot of miles. I want to build my next car. I have built many motorcycles over the years and I also built a drag truck. I realize that this is a huge project and will require a lot of time … --- ## [When is a Gas,not a gas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-a-gas-not-a-gas/85226)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2016, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-a-gas-not-a-gas/85226 "2016-08-04T05:20:19Z")
Just wondering Folks,have we had the discussion about the pros and cons of cyrogenic gases as an energy storage medium for cars or anything else for that matter?(sure would make AC easy)-Kevin --- ## [Chrysler and Dodge Cars no Longer Built in USA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-and-dodge-cars-no-longer-built-in-usa/94155)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2016, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-and-dodge-cars-no-longer-built-in-usa/94155 "2016-08-03T22:59:13Z")
Sergio Marchione announced a couple of days ago that Chrysler 200 and Dodge Dart production will cease soon. This means that Chrysler will only build trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps in the USA. The good news is that the two pla… --- ## [Tell Car Talk Your "First Accident" Stories!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tell-car-talk-your-first-accident-stories/93752)
**Author:** [@jim\_the\_car\_talk\_blo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim_the_car_talk_blo)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2016, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tell-car-talk-your-first-accident-stories/93752 "2016-08-02T23:42:46Z")
For a new blog post, I'm looking for first-person accounts of your first dumb fender-bender. Make them funny! And if you have photos (maybe your younger self with the car before you bent it), attach those, too. A long pa… --- ## [How much Massachusetts sales tax do I have to pay buying a car from a non-dealer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-massachusetts-sales-tax-do-i-have-to-pay-buying-a-car-from-a-non-dealer/73601)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2016, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-massachusetts-sales-tax-do-i-have-to-pay-buying-a-car-from-a-non-dealer/73601 "2016-08-01T15:05:02Z")
Hi, I recently moved to Massachusetts and bought a car. According to the RMV (Registry of Motor Vehicle) site, the state collects sales tax of 6.25% on the higher value of the actual sales price or the NADA guide poste… --- ## [Honda hybrid-idle auto stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-hybrid-idle-auto-stop/89232)
**Author:** [@D-Man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D-Man)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2016, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-hybrid-idle-auto-stop/89232 "2016-08-01T05:13:17Z")
The auto idle stop feature is a nuisance-how do you disable it? --- ## [Issue signing in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-signing-in/94166)
**Author:** [@smc85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smc85)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2016, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-signing-in/94166 "2016-07-31T20:00:50Z")
I signed out and tried to sign in and it says wrong password then I reset it try it again and the same thing it only works after I reset it and don't sign out as soon as I sign out it says I have wrong password --- ## [Oil pan on vw beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pan-on-vw-beetle/94002)
**Author:** [@smc85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smc85)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2016, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pan-on-vw-beetle/94002 "2016-07-31T18:05:55Z")
Well working on my first project father in-law has a 2000 vw beetle had a whole in the oil pan just took it off and well he got the wrong one so he is going to order the one he needs and than the fun part begin's ok now … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=222) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=224)