# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=265 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 266 --- ## [Buy Ford Fusion with Body Problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-ford-fusion-with-body-problems/87976)
**Author:** [@idiot666](https://community.cartalk.com/u/idiot666)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 7:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-ford-fusion-with-body-problems/87976 "2014-11-07T07:25:26Z")
I recently began looking for a used car and came across a Ford Fusion (rental vehicle) for sale. The car seemed to run okay, and tracked straight and true. I got it inspected by an independent mechanic and he found sever… --- ## [Online maintenance supplies?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/online-maintenance-supplies/87986)
**Author:** [@powerdogvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerdogvt)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/online-maintenance-supplies/87986 "2014-11-07T03:53:28Z")
I'd like to find a fairly high-end supplier of things like wash and wax products, cleaning tools, chamois cloths etc. I've used Griot's Garage before, but are there any others? --- ## [Beware of](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beware-of/87985)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2014, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beware-of/87985 "2014-11-07T01:33:53Z")
...fake roadblocks! A motorist with a dashcam was able to document what was almost surely an attempt at robbery or--more likely--car-jacking: http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2014/11/watch\_drive\_approaches\_suspicious… --- ## ["Too Slow" on the Interstate- Argument between me and my wife](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-slow-on-the-interstate-argument-between-me-and-my-wife/87833)
**Author:** [@JohnL101](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnL101)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 10:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-slow-on-the-interstate-argument-between-me-and-my-wife/87833 "2014-11-06T10:25:32Z")
Help settle a disagreement between me and my wife. She says that people who drive "Too Slowly" on the interstate are dangerous drivers. She says that a driver must keep the same pace as the cars around it. I say that … --- ## [Best car or suv to pull an airstream 26' trailer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-car-or-suv-to-pull-an-airstream-26-trailer/87924)
**Author:** [@milo1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/milo1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2014, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-car-or-suv-to-pull-an-airstream-26-trailer/87924 "2014-11-06T02:58:14Z")
am "planning" my retirement and am considering getting a 26' airstream trailer We are also considering getting a car or truck to haul stuff around My wife is OK with the truck part but has not been informed of the ulter… --- ## [Need used car with front bench seats for rural postal deliverer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-used-car-with-front-bench-seats-for-rural-postal-deliverer/87899)
**Author:** [@MauraIthaca](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MauraIthaca)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2014, 6:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-used-car-with-front-bench-seats-for-rural-postal-deliverer/87899 "2014-11-04T06:24:43Z")
I know that, alas, the 2014 Chevy Impala was the last front-bench seat car to be mass produced. I am looking for a reasonably priced used (150k miles or fewer) car in good condition for driving on rural hilly, often icy … --- ## [Subaru dealer upsells](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-dealer-upsells/87926)
**Author:** [@powerdogvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerdogvt)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2014, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-dealer-upsells/87926 "2014-11-04T05:38:00Z")
Preparing to pick up our new Subaru Legacy in a few weeks, and researching the upsell process. They'll try to sell me extended warranty and prepaid maintenance, neither of which I want. Is there anything likely to be o… --- ## [Towing vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-vehicles/87906)
**Author:** [@Nancy\_K](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy_K)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2014, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-vehicles/87906 "2014-11-04T03:30:45Z")
I will be needing a vehicle that can tow 3 - 4,000 pounds, I am looking for something that is comfortable, fuel efficient, low maintenance, can be repaired almost anywhere in the US, and has some (doesn't need to be a lo… --- ## [Cartalk player problems: gray box?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cartalk-player-problems-gray-box/87935)
**Author:** [@jajangmien](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jajangmien)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2014, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cartalk-player-problems-gray-box/87935 "2014-11-03T18:26:56Z")
I'm on an iMac at my office, and I love listening to Car Talk while I work. Generally I use Google Chrome to surf the web and thus listen to Car Talk. This morning though when loading the next section of the show the … --- ## [What is happening to the engine and transmission when a car is stopped but in gear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-happening-to-the-engine-and-transmission-when-a-car-is-stopped-but-in-gear/87916)
**Author:** [@zakharov](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zakharov)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2014, 9:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-happening-to-the-engine-and-transmission-when-a-car-is-stopped-but-in-gear/87916 "2014-11-03T09:30:49Z")
I have been learning how cars work for fun but have been unable to find an explanation for this on the web. When the engine is running the crankshaft is turning. If I am in first gear (or reverse) the transmission is en… --- ## [Honda CRV brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-brakes/87907)
**Author:** [@Nean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nean)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2014, 6:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-brakes/87907 "2014-11-03T06:37:14Z")
In February 2014 I purchased a 2011 Honda CRV. I live in Maryland. I often travel and am gone for about a week. Everytime I come back the rear brake are rusted. They have a loud thumping and grinding sound. I immedia… --- ## [Are Prius drivers all that bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-prius-drivers-all-that-bad/87880)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2014, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-prius-drivers-all-that-bad/87880 "2014-11-01T21:10:09Z")
I don't mean as drivers, but as people. I read an article in the newspaper today about this issue. Apparently Prius drivers as a group are quite happy with their cars, but seem to be persecuted by the remainder of the … --- ## [Why are we so afraid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-we-so-afraid/87808)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2014, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-we-so-afraid/87808 "2014-11-01T19:01:46Z")
There are several recent threads, and some topics in general, that have me wondering why we are so afraid of the world around us. The question of whether a 4 or 6 cylinder is better for defensive driving. The thread abou… --- ## [When to sell my RAV4 with high mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-sell-my-rav4-with-high-mileage/87892)
**Author:** [@KathyD12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KathyD12)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2014, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-sell-my-rav4-with-high-mileage/87892 "2014-11-01T03:17:17Z")
My 2014 RAV4 has 178,000 miles on it. It runs very well and does not give me any problems. I take it to the dealer for regular maintenance. My question is how long should I keep the car before it requires major mainte… --- ## [Driving a green car certainly has its "privileges"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-a-green-car-certainly-has-its-privileges/87828)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2014, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-a-green-car-certainly-has-its-privileges/87828 "2014-11-01T00:55:44Z")
I dropped off a book at my local library this morning, after running some errands Anyways, this library has a parking spot, which is reserved for EVs and plug-in hybrids. Apparently, they can stay there as long as the… --- ## [2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-transmission/87882)
**Author:** [@Spyderken](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spyderken)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2014, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-transmission/87882 "2014-11-01T00:25:18Z")
I have a 2011 Jeep GC with a 3.6 Pentastar. The only thing I don't like is the 5 speed transmission. Would it be possible for the current 5 speed to be swapped out for one of the newer 8 speed trannies that come with … --- ## [Buying a new car these days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-car-these-days/87835)
**Author:** [@ccatx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccatx)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2014, 9:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-car-these-days/87835 "2014-10-31T09:16:35Z")
Recently after purchasing a Lexus RX350, my mother in law went through what sounded like an orientation session to learn about the car. Same when they bought a Ford truck last year. Is it de rigueur these days to have to… --- ## [Is this a good deal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-good-deal/87857)
**Author:** [@TruckerDan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TruckerDan)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2014, 8:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-good-deal/87857 "2014-10-31T08:38:17Z")
Hello good folks! I'm interested in purchasing a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 regular cab (2 door/2 seats) with 6ft bed. Nothing special. I feel like the seller is asking too much but maybe I'm just cheap. What do you think? He… --- ## [Which car shall I purchase? Last toy car, I promise to grow up and stop purchasing goofy cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-shall-i-purchase-last-toy-car-i-promise-to-grow-up-and-stop-purchasing-goofy-cars/87832)
**Author:** [@bmohr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmohr)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2014, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-shall-i-purchase-last-toy-car-i-promise-to-grow-up-and-stop-purchasing-goofy-cars/87832 "2014-10-30T06:56:56Z")
OK, this is will be car will be purchased in 18 months to two years from now. I currently have a mustang convertible (love her, but I need to downsize for retirement). What I want in order Convertible (I love the rag … --- ## [Check - Trac Off - VSC Trac Lights On](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-trac-off-vsc-trac-lights-on/87856)
**Author:** [@Personage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personage)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2014, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-trac-off-vsc-trac-lights-on/87856 "2014-10-29T18:29:43Z")
I have had my 2002 Toyota 4 Runner SR5 for a few years now and it's been a very reliable machine. The Check - Trac Off and VSC Trac lights used to come on maybe every three fill ups but I would reset by disconnecting the… --- ## [1950 b2b](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1950-b2b/85844)
**Author:** [@dabwhite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dabwhite)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2014, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1950-b2b/85844 "2014-10-28T05:18:26Z")
i have been restoring a 1950 dodge b2b pickup. engine was rebuilt. electrical redone. brakes redone. was starting before i began electrical replacement. all wiring replaced and everything working. But now the engine just… --- ## [2014 Honda Accord driver's seat is causing pain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-accord-drivers-seat-is-causing-pain/87488)
**Author:** [@Susan1965](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Susan1965)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2014, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-accord-drivers-seat-is-causing-pain/87488 "2014-10-28T03:17:08Z")
Bought the Accord after a short test drive; never thought about the possibility of driver's seat being unadjustable. It's killing my back and numbing my thighs. Okay, so I now see tirades on the Internet about this; how… --- ## [2008 Cobalt--should I even bother getting with getting the recall done?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cobalt-should-i-even-bother-getting-with-getting-the-recall-done/87086)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cobalt-should-i-even-bother-getting-with-getting-the-recall-done/87086 "2014-10-27T21:05:11Z")
Recently, I bought a 2008 Chevy Cobalt as surplus from PennDot. Good car, BTW. The upshot is that I do not believe that it has had the ignition recall performed on it prior to my purchase. (It did mention a "recall com… --- ## [Classic Car Oil - Need Legitimate Suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-car-oil-need-legitimate-suggestions/86981)
**Author:** [@Fender1325](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fender1325)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 10:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-car-oil-need-legitimate-suggestions/86981 "2014-10-27T10:57:15Z")
My manual for my 1950 Cadillac calls for SAE 20, which you can't really find anymore. Not only that, but the Zinc or ZDDP content in modern oils is apparently much less, and this can be detrimental to an older engine I'… --- ## [Oxygen sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oxygen-sensor/86969)
**Author:** [@nomatch1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nomatch1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 9:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oxygen-sensor/86969 "2014-10-27T09:27:25Z")
Does an oxygen sensor have to be sealed to work correctly? Mine has been put into a replacement piece of pipe without the mounting socket. Does it have to be sealed to function? The computer says it is bad. It was put i… --- ## [Which is the best camper-van for a long road trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-is-the-best-camper-van-for-a-long-road-trip/87830)
**Author:** [@Ann\_Lachman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ann_Lachman)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-is-the-best-camper-van-for-a-long-road-trip/87830 "2014-10-27T04:56:11Z")
I am going on an extended road trip. Looking for a camper van. so far, choices are:1995 GMC Vandura 2500 Travelr van $3,500.;1984 VW vanagon $10,000 -lots of new stuff..1995 VW Eurovan Full Camper $5,000. 264,000 miles(!… --- ## [Oil filter 101](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-101/87831)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2014, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-101/87831 "2014-10-26T17:49:52Z")
has anyone had a bad experience with a Purolator pure-one oil filter from advance auto parts. they claim it the top of the line. --- ## [Buying a new Acura](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-acura/87740)
**Author:** [@Nick\_s\_name](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nick_s_name)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2014, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-acura/87740 "2014-10-26T00:40:14Z")
I am buying a new Acura MDX. One of the reasons I chose it is for its reliability. Its warranty is 4 years/50,000 miles. I normally drive around 15,000 miles a year. Does it make sense for me to buy the 8 year/120,00… --- ## [Differential terminology?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/differential-terminology/87695)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2014, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/differential-terminology/87695 "2014-10-25T17:46:44Z")
My 70's Ford truck has a "limited slip" differential. I've taken it apart before, and there's slew of clutch discs inside, that's apparently what's doing the slipping. I've hear the term "locker", and "air locker" … --- ## [Dealership-Contract-New Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-contract-new-tires/87770)
**Author:** [@NoMansMechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NoMansMechanic)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2014, 7:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-contract-new-tires/87770 "2014-10-25T07:51:30Z")
Last week (Thursday) I bought a used cart (2012 Kia) and the dealership agreed to replace all 4 tires. I called to set up an appointment to replace the tires. The service guy informed me the dealership had just had a "m… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=264) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=266)