# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=245 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 246 --- ## [Cuban chrome](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cuban-chrome/90659)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2015, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cuban-chrome/90659 "2015-08-25T16:18:05Z")
....tv series, shot in cuba, on discovery channel tonite --- ## [Moved to Colorado need new ride](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moved-to-colorado-need-new-ride/90923)
**Author:** [@kcyaker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcyaker)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2015, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moved-to-colorado-need-new-ride/90923 "2015-08-25T02:04:42Z")
I need a used car that I can 1) haul things in (I've been driving a '98 Sub Impreza Outback Sport) 2) drive up into the mountains and over the passes at the speed limit 3) is affordable (to me that is $15K) 4) decen… --- ## [Is this video real or just another internet joke?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-video-real-or-just-another-internet-joke/90933)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2015, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-video-real-or-just-another-internet-joke/90933 "2015-08-25T01:17:28Z")
It just looks too outrageous to be true http://bigtruckfan.com/will-this-dodge-gets-bested-by-a-landrover/?utm\_source --- ## [Ford,Chevrolet or RAM Pro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-chevrolet-or-ram-pro/90898)
**Author:** [@johnfiore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnfiore)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2015, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-chevrolet-or-ram-pro/90898 "2015-08-24T22:55:56Z")
Which should i buy : Ford Transit Van Chevy Silverado Ram Pro Master I want to use it for business and weekends. --- ## [I was wondering about my gas going stale because i don't drive many miles in a month](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-was-wondering-about-my-gas-going-stale-because-i-dont-drive-many-miles-in-a-month/90956)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2015, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-was-wondering-about-my-gas-going-stale-because-i-dont-drive-many-miles-in-a-month/90956 "2015-08-24T21:02:01Z")
I only drive about 50 miles a month. Should I put Sta-bil or something in the tank to prevent the gas from going stale? Thanks for your thoughts/recommendations. --- ## [2003 chevrolet impala won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-impala-wont-start/90974)
**Author:** [@jwb63601](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jwb63601)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2015, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-impala-wont-start/90974 "2015-08-24T18:28:43Z")
I have a 2003 chevy impala that won't start it does not recognize park or neutral but it recognizes reverse drive and 321 I'm thinking it's the safety neutral switch which I think is in the transmission. I can jump the s… --- ## [Cheap oil change Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-oil-change-issues/90932)
**Author:** [@yarisgeezer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yarisgeezer)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2015, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-oil-change-issues/90932 "2015-08-24T05:34:46Z")
So a few hundred miles after getting my oil changed at Jiffy Lube, I am driving along and hear a sound like I ran over something. Then I notice a huge plume of white smoke out my back window. I pull over as safely as I… --- ## [Irrational exuberance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/irrational-exuberance/90961)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2015, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/irrational-exuberance/90961 "2015-08-23T19:39:19Z")
...regarding his "new" Jaguar: http://www.dailybreeze.com/general-news/20150818/50k-vintage-jaguar-burned-in-cajon-pass-fire-delivered-to-upbeat-buyer --- ## [OBDII reader](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obdii-reader/90962)
**Author:** [@Elgranddaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elgranddaddy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2015, 8:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obdii-reader/90962 "2015-08-23T08:05:06Z")
where can I find good OBDII reader or can you recommend one. --- ## [Remember to flag spam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remember-to-flag-spam/90678)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2015, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remember-to-flag-spam/90678 "2015-08-22T21:54:14Z")
As soon as you see spam, flag it, each post will disappear after 5 or so flags, according to Caroline --- ## [Black car white car interior temp in sunshine bet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-car-white-car-interior-temp-in-sunshine-bet/90886)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 103\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2015, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-car-white-car-interior-temp-in-sunshine-bet/90886 "2015-08-22T21:16:50Z")
My bud and have had a long running contraversy. I say my black car is not much hotter than his white car. His claim is it is significantly different. Black car 2003 trailblazer. White car 2009 trailblazer. So we did… --- ## [This is just what we DIDN'T need!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-just-what-we-didnt-need/90899)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2015, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-just-what-we-didnt-need/90899 "2015-08-22T06:29:57Z")
An electronics geek has devised a way to help thieves. Wouldn't it be nice if people like this applied their talents to something that would actually help the general public? http://www.wired.com/2015/08/hackers-tiny… --- ## [2.7 dodge engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-7-dodge-engine/90916)
**Author:** [@dodge330](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dodge330)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2015, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-7-dodge-engine/90916 "2015-08-22T05:05:41Z")
my question is, are all 2.7 engine classified as an interference engines. --- ## [Toyota, GM, and now Chrysler getting hammered](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-gm-and-now-chrysler-getting-hammered/90736)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 161\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2015, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-gm-and-now-chrysler-getting-hammered/90736 "2015-08-21T04:55:57Z")
Maybe Toyota deserved it and I didn't agree with the whole GM thing for ignition keys, but isn't having to buy back 500,000 trucks a little excessive? I'm starting to wonder if the feds really don't want to see an auto … --- ## [BMW: "... direct the infotainment system like a symphony"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-direct-the-infotainment-system-like-a-symphony/90926)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2015, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-direct-the-infotainment-system-like-a-symphony/90926 "2015-08-19T22:51:20Z")
According to Popular Science Mag, BMW is unveiling a new system to control the infotainment system. "With various midair swipes, drivers can adjust volume, answer phone calls, or activate navigation". Also, "to boost… --- ## [Used Ford Fusion Hybrid Features](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-ford-fusion-hybrid-features/90850)
**Author:** [@FusionFan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FusionFan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2015, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-ford-fusion-hybrid-features/90850 "2015-08-19T21:08:23Z")
Hello all, I just purchased a used 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE for, what I think, is a steal. I say that because while driving home I found that the car had many many more features in place than the dealership knew abou… --- ## [Mitsubishi Diamante Knock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-diamante-knock/90440)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2015, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-diamante-knock/90440 "2015-08-19T01:33:37Z")
First time poster from northern Minnesota, I have a 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante that I have owned since 2008 purchased it with 60,000 miles on it. Currently has 131,000 miles. I have always kept my car in good running condi… --- ## [Smog Check](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smog-check/90813)
**Author:** [@Hondi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hondi)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2015, 9:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smog-check/90813 "2015-08-18T09:04:35Z")
I have a 1991 Honda Accord with about 270K miles. The car consumes about a quart of oil every 2k miles, seems to otherwise run fine. The car is due for a smog check. Would I be better off having the engine tuned before… --- ## [Volkswagen hid a car hacking flaw for two years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-hid-a-car-hacking-flaw-for-two-years/90924)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2015, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-hid-a-car-hacking-flaw-for-two-years/90924 "2015-08-17T21:08:46Z")
CNN article at: http://www.wcvb.com/money/volkswagen-hid-a-car-hacking-flaw-for-two-years/34729532 Researchers just revealed that technology used in 126 types of cars makes them easier to steal, and that Volkswagen wen… --- ## [Plum Crazy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plum-crazy/90908)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2015, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plum-crazy/90908 "2015-08-17T14:00:15Z")
Yes you can... Buy a 2016 Challenger or Charger with purple paint. This is a real bonus for all of you Minnesota Vikings or Baltimore Ravens fans out there, and maybe a few others might like it. Anyone happy with thi… --- ## [Tianjin (China) Blast Destroys 2000 New Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tianjin-china-blast-destroys-2000-new-cars/90901)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2015, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tianjin-china-blast-destroys-2000-new-cars/90901 "2015-08-17T07:17:17Z")
Wednesday's blast (ammonium nitrate and calcium carbide) that leveled the port city of Tianjin also set fire to + or - 2000 new cars lined up on the docks awaiting shipment..The majority of the new cars were Renault's...… --- ## [Seeking Advice: 1st Time Car Buyer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-1st-time-car-buyer/90900)
**Author:** [@NJSurf732](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NJSurf732)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2015, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-1st-time-car-buyer/90900 "2015-08-17T06:13:20Z")
Hi All, Boy do I need your help! I'm a first-time car buyer and I am utterly overwhelmed by the amount of choices out there. Hoping that this community of auto enthusiasts can help me put a finer point on my search f… --- ## [Aaww this alarm!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aaww-this-alarm/90892)
**Author:** [@cwlarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwlarry)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2015, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aaww-this-alarm/90892 "2015-08-15T03:28:16Z")
Okay, you all have been so helpful that I'm coming to you again. So I finally purchased a 2007 Buick Terraza van which came with factory alarm. I have had it for 8 months and have replaced the battery in the key fob 3 t… --- ## [Before you buy a classic car as an investment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/before-you-buy-a-classic-car-as-an-investment/90903)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2015, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/before-you-buy-a-classic-car-as-an-investment/90903 "2015-08-15T03:04:20Z")
...you should read this article. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-08-14/stop-kidding-yourself-a-classic-car-is-almost-never-a-good-investment?cmpid=BBD081415\_BIZ --- ## [Worn struts I read somewhere on the internet that worn struts can last 20 years!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worn-struts-i-read-somewhere-on-the-internet-that-worn-struts-can-last-20-years/90887)
**Author:** [@tommypickles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tommypickles)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2015, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worn-struts-i-read-somewhere-on-the-internet-that-worn-struts-can-last-20-years/90887 "2015-08-14T07:52:59Z")
Last week my mechanic told me my 1999 chevy prizm needs new struts. However, on the internet someone said worn struts can last another 20 years. Is this an insider nugget? Is this true? I have heard a lot of cars a… --- ## [Storing a new car for 5 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storing-a-new-car-for-5-years/90871)
**Author:** [@handsomepirate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/handsomepirate)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2015, 7:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storing-a-new-car-for-5-years/90871 "2015-08-14T07:40:49Z")
Hello everybody.. I may travel abroad for few years and I was thinking about buying a new car and storing it I may need to store it for up to 5 years I really would appreciate opinions on this idea with explanations and … --- ## [Leepu and Pitbull](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leepu-and-pitbull/90744)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2015, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leepu-and-pitbull/90744 "2015-08-13T23:32:52Z")
Anybody watching? I get a kick out of them because Leepu is a character and it's fun to watch him work, and I grew up on Long Island NY near the shop, so Steve's classic Long Island New Yorker accent reminds me of home. … --- ## [2015 Camry's Michelin tires "softer"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-camrys-michelin-tires-softer/90759)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2015, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-camrys-michelin-tires-softer/90759 "2015-08-13T17:19:13Z")
Purchased April 4th. At 36,000+ miles, DiscounTire says the tires are showing wear and will soon need replacing. Are these tires not to go many more miles? Mostly Interstate and highway travel. Rotated every 5,000 mil… --- ## [Rent Standard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rent-standard/90856)
**Author:** [@Jalex23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jalex23)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2015, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rent-standard/90856 "2015-08-12T20:02:15Z")
Hi, I need to rent a standard car for my road test. Any ideas where I can rent one? Or any ideas how I can get my hands on a standard car to use for the test? --- ## [Location of VIN on 1947 Studebaker Land Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/location-of-vin-on-1947-studebaker-land-cruiser/90870)
**Author:** [@dfross67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dfross67)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2015, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/location-of-vin-on-1947-studebaker-land-cruiser/90870 "2015-08-12T07:43:37Z")
I purchased a storage facility this past January and found in a storage unit that was supposed to be vacant, a 1947 Studebaker Land Cruiser in very nice condition. I took a picture of the classic plate to my local polic… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=244) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=246)