# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=230 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 231 --- ## [Hello? Your Part's Not In Stock Here Or The Warehouse And On Back-Order... It'll Be Ready In 1 Hour!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hello-your-parts-not-in-stock-here-or-the-warehouse-and-on-back-order-itll-be-ready-in-1-hour/93020)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2016, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hello-your-parts-not-in-stock-here-or-the-warehouse-and-on-back-order-itll-be-ready-in-1-hour/93020 "2016-04-19T01:58:29Z")
I was watching CBS News on TV this morning. It drew my full attention. They did a story on the latest 3-D printer. It made the earlier ones compared with this new one look like Fred Flintstone's car compared with a Lambo… --- ## [Older car, low mileage, good deal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/older-car-low-mileage-good-deal/93054)
**Author:** [@InTheMarketForAUsedC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/InTheMarketForAUsedC)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2016, 11:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/older-car-low-mileage-good-deal/93054 "2016-04-18T11:18:06Z")
I'm looking for a used car, and recently stumbled upon a '08 Hyundai Elantra with only about 30k miles on it. It looks like Edmunds/KBB value this car at around 6.5k, but the seller is asking for a few thousand more, cit… --- ## [Confusing owners manual re engine coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confusing-owners-manual-re-engine-coolant/93055)
**Author:** [@gdawgs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gdawgs)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2016, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confusing-owners-manual-re-engine-coolant/93055 "2016-04-18T03:59:45Z")
I was low on antifreeze/coolant for my 2003 Mini Cooper. Supercharged and 1.6L motor. I looked in the manual and it gives no specification on topping off. It just said use Mini Cooper coolant. The oil section said a … --- ## [Front end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end/93042)
**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2016, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end/93042 "2016-04-17T03:54:05Z")
got a Nissan pickup that pulling to the left. and the right side is bouncing. do I need new tire to get a front end aliment. --- ## [Towing with 2015 Ford FOcus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-with-2015-ford-focus/93011)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Hemi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr_Hemi)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2016, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-with-2015-ford-focus/93011 "2016-04-16T18:29:21Z")
I bought a 2015 Ford Focus not too long ago and I really like the car. Has 2.0 liter motor with automatic transmission. I am curious whether it would be advisable to tow anything with the car? The few people I have asked… --- ## [A moral dilemma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-moral-dilemma/93004)
**Author:** [@CalvinS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CalvinS)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2016, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-moral-dilemma/93004 "2016-04-16T18:23:22Z")
I need everyone's 2 cents about a 2004 Dodge Ram truck I bought off a gentleman in Ma, this truck had a custom welded bumper on truck. On a gentlemans agreement part of the sale was, he wanted the custom bumper. The man … --- ## [Newer Paint Jobs on Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newer-paint-jobs-on-cars/93035)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2016, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newer-paint-jobs-on-cars/93035 "2016-04-16T18:12:54Z")
Hello! Is it just me, or has the OEM car paint gotten worse and worse? I usually swap cars out frequently, and I swear every few years or so when I get a new one, the paint seems much less durable. I have had my new … --- ## [Help /Advice for locating my Father's 1963 MGB](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-advice-for-locating-my-fathers-1963-mgb/93016)
**Author:** [@HawaiianRide](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HawaiianRide)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2016, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-advice-for-locating-my-fathers-1963-mgb/93016 "2016-04-16T16:39:37Z")
Hi Everyone, I have an oddball question/situation that perhaps you can help me with (or not which is OK too). I figured the worst that can happen is I continue to get nowhere on this project. But some of you are car nu… --- ## [Broken alarm remote, can not unlock car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alarm-remote-can-not-unlock-car/93033)
**Author:** [@mar1saaaa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mar1saaaa)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alarm-remote-can-not-unlock-car/93033 "2016-04-15T05:18:23Z")
I have a Kia Spectra5 2006, purchased use. So I am pretty sure the dealer installed their own alarm. So anyways, 7 years later and the remote got water and seems to be not working ( the light stays on or doesnt go on at … --- ## [Chip or radio in modern car keys as part of anti-theft system?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chip-or-radio-in-modern-car-keys-as-part-of-anti-theft-system/92939)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chip-or-radio-in-modern-car-keys-as-part-of-anti-theft-system/92939 "2016-04-14T20:04:11Z")
I am curious as to how modern car keys are made these days. It seems that the new 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage has a special key you need to get from the dealer. Since I am the outdoorsy type, I am pretty hard on my stuff. … --- ## [Car trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-trouble/93028)
**Author:** [@B33zy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/B33zy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 6:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-trouble/93028 "2016-04-14T18:42:36Z")
When im driving car wants to act like its dien, only does this when driving. Any suggestions? --- ## [New car engine break-in, still relevant?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-engine-break-in-still-relevant/92980)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 7:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-engine-break-in-still-relevant/92980 "2016-04-14T07:00:43Z")
I'm planning on buying a new 2015 mitsubishi mirage. I've read that most manufacters break in the engines during production and it is no longer neccessary for the owner to do it. My first drive will be from dc to wv, a… --- ## [Camry update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-update/92987)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-update/92987 "2016-04-13T19:10:32Z")
As promised long ago, here's an update on life with the 2014 Camry after two years and 18k miles. :slight\_smile: Torque converter: Once the computer finally was flashed six months ago with the needed update, the trann… --- ## [Highlander 18" tires on Venza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highlander-18-tires-on-venza/91923)
**Author:** [@Steve\_K1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve_K1)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highlander-18-tires-on-venza/91923 "2016-04-11T21:53:45Z")
Here's what I asked Toyota (to customer service at their corporate website): "Will the Highlander's 245/60-18 tire and wheel fit on a Venza, which uses 19" and 20" wheels? I'm talking straight install, not needing sp… --- ## [I screwed up - what do I do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-screwed-up-what-do-i-do/92929)
**Author:** [@MarkyJJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkyJJ)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-screwed-up-what-do-i-do/92929 "2016-04-11T18:14:40Z")
I know what ever I do other than keeping the vehicle is financially stupid. Here's the story. I purchased a brand new 2015 Mustang 4cyc Ecoboost about 3 months ago. At the time, I did a lot of research, and it was the… --- ## [New gadget allows easy break-in to newer cars. Watch out!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-gadget-allows-easy-break-in-to-newer-cars-watch-out/92958)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 8:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-gadget-allows-easy-break-in-to-newer-cars-watch-out/92958 "2016-04-11T08:13:44Z")
From the internet: If you have a wireless key fob for a car with a remote keyless system, then you might want to start keeping your keys in a freezer or other Faraday Cage to protect it from high-tech thieves, who can us… --- ## [02 buick le sabre flow sensor issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-buick-le-sabre-flow-sensor-issue/92990)
**Author:** [@dragon\_fruit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dragon_fruit)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-buick-le-sabre-flow-sensor-issue/92990 "2016-04-11T03:49:37Z")
my mom took my car to the repair shop for me because my engine light is on. I'm not sure what the code was that came up. She brought me back the car and said the shop said it's a "air flow" thing that's going to cost m… --- ## [Have they?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-they/92908)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-they/92908 "2016-04-10T19:27:14Z")
Have they started the new format yet ? Everything looks the same to me,still cant discern the recent discussions and the distracted driving still has an amazing 17 discussions ,(OMG ,cant do a general discussion though … --- ## [Is this ad for real?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-ad-for-real/92961)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-ad-for-real/92961 "2016-04-10T15:48:43Z")
This purports to be a WD-40 ad from 1960, but I can't verify if it is real, or if somebody created it for laughs. Hmmmm... --- ## [Long distance commute, keep current car or buy new](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-distance-commute-keep-current-car-or-buy-new/92985)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-distance-commute-keep-current-car-or-buy-new/92985 "2016-04-10T05:23:31Z")
I commute to work about 3 times a week (160 miles a day, or about 500 per week) from WV to DC. The WV part has lots of hills and average speed is 75-80mph for 50miles. The DC part has crater size potholes and stop and go… --- ## [Car audio system - ground loop noise isolation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-audio-system-ground-loop-noise-isolation/92988)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-audio-system-ground-loop-noise-isolation/92988 "2016-04-10T05:20:29Z")
I installed a after market car radio for my 2000 corolla. I used the special "adapter" so no splicing of wires were needed. The problem is that when I connect my phone to the aux-in port and charge the phone through the … --- ## [Clutch slightly engaged at stop light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-slightly-engaged-at-stop-light/92964)
**Author:** [@Dynastyss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dynastyss)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-slightly-engaged-at-stop-light/92964 "2016-04-10T05:13:31Z")
So I've had a habit of slightly engaging my clutch at stop lights so that the transition to the gas is easier and quicker. Never had a problem until today where I smelt the dreaded clutch burn odor. I think I had it too … --- ## [What to look for when buying a used class b camping van](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-used-class-b-camping-van/92928)
**Author:** [@Lotta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lotta)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2016, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-used-class-b-camping-van/92928 "2016-04-10T04:00:12Z")
I am a women that doesn't know to much mechanically about engines and am looking to buy a used class b camping van to take off and see our beautiful country. I know what I'm looking for in length and functionality and co… --- ## [Furniture](https://community.cartalk.com/t/furniture/92981)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2016, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/furniture/92981 "2016-04-09T15:02:15Z")
Nice coffee table --- ## [What car to buy for a specific purpose?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-to-buy-for-a-specific-purpose/92977)
**Author:** [@404\_Developer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/404_Developer)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2016, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-to-buy-for-a-specific-purpose/92977 "2016-04-09T03:12:29Z")
Hi everyone, I am a college student and as you know college students are generally broke. Im looking to theses forums to give me a hand on what car i should get for the purpose i want it for. Im sure all of you have s… --- ## [And I thought it was just my eyes getting old](https://community.cartalk.com/t/and-i-thought-it-was-just-my-eyes-getting-old/92909)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2016, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/and-i-thought-it-was-just-my-eyes-getting-old/92909 "2016-04-09T00:46:47Z")
We recently had a discussion on LED head lights. In this case, they seem to be the way to go. http://www.iihs.org/iihs/news/desktopnews/first-ever-iihs-headlight-ratings-show-most-need-improvement --- ## [Introduction thread?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/introduction-thread/92936)
**Author:** [@WheelsOnTheRoad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheelsOnTheRoad)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/introduction-thread/92936 "2016-04-08T23:26:49Z")
Either I'm just really not observant, or there isn't a formal introduction thread. Either way. Hello and talk to you all soon. --- ## [HUGE sale on the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/huge-sale-on-the-2015-mitsubishi-mirage/92709)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 250\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/huge-sale-on-the-2015-mitsubishi-mirage/92709 "2016-04-08T21:32:16Z")
I know many people here don't like these cars or others like them but there is a HUGE sale on them right now. I guess the 2017's are coming out in a few weeks so they are dumping the 2015 models with a $3500 rebate at t… --- ## [Watch a car shredder in action](https://community.cartalk.com/t/watch-a-car-shredder-in-action/92966)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2016, 5:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/watch-a-car-shredder-in-action/92966 "2016-04-08T05:24:38Z")
A CAR SHREDDER http://www.liveleak.com/ll\_embed?f=c83358ee7d5c This thing is relentless! It even eats the engine and transmission. But it appears they had drained the fluids. --- ## [Car driving safety cartoons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-driving-safety-cartoons/92927)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2016, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-driving-safety-cartoons/92927 "2016-04-07T06:17:49Z")
In the '50s I was a kid; I got to watch cartoons Saturday morning on the Hotpoint (! Did it match the range & refrigerator?) I got up so early I watched static, the Indian chief test pattern, Bosco Mouse (the worst of … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=229) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=231)