# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=268 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 269 --- ## [Explorers and tire problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/explorers-and-tire-problems/87448)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/explorers-and-tire-problems/87448 "2014-10-02T20:05:38Z")
before all the hoopla about explorers and tires hit the news, I had noticed many explorers (10 or 15) riding down the road with one of their front wheels having a severe tilt, neg. camber like. was this ever considered… --- ## [Town and Country transmission problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/town-and-country-transmission-problem/87453)
**Author:** [@Mike\_V1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_V1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 7:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/town-and-country-transmission-problem/87453 "2014-10-02T07:46:12Z")
When backing up in reverse I come to a stop and shift into drive. About 60% of the time it slams into gear (Drive). It feels as if someone rearended me. It's a 2012 Chrysler Town and Country with 40K miles. 2 dealers wo… --- ## [Finding a new vehicle painful -- literally](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-a-new-vehicle-painful-literally/87381)
**Author:** [@tmbaker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tmbaker)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 6:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-a-new-vehicle-painful-literally/87381 "2014-10-02T06:12:15Z")
I am finally in a position to replace my current 14-year-old vehicle and have come across a problem I never anticipated: hand pain, due to the current thicker configuration of steering wheels. I have chronic pain issue… --- ## [New tires for my 2008 Honda CR-V EX 2 wheel drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tires-for-my-2008-honda-cr-v-ex-2-wheel-drive/87452)
**Author:** [@IrishGirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IrishGirl)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tires-for-my-2008-honda-cr-v-ex-2-wheel-drive/87452 "2014-10-02T04:47:31Z")
Can anyone give me some advice for buying new tires for my 2008 Honda CR-V EX? I've been looking at Michelin, Continental, and Yokohoma (these were the tires mentioned to me by the tire places I've been visiting for quo… --- ## [I'm looking for your recommendations on fuel injector cleaners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-looking-for-your-recommendations-on-fuel-injector-cleaners/87444)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 2:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-looking-for-your-recommendations-on-fuel-injector-cleaners/87444 "2014-10-02T02:30:59Z")
Which have you used and recommend? thanks a lot. I have a slight ping that I get occasionally and when I added a cleaner it went away. it's been a while since I've done this and for the life of me I can't recall which… --- ## [New Cartalk fundraising executive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cartalk-fundraising-executive/87455)
**Author:** [@MateyG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MateyG)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cartalk-fundraising-executive/87455 "2014-10-02T00:36:41Z")
Below is the image from his desk. Keep up the good work Ray! --- ## [Page layout change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/page-layout-change/87454)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2014, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/page-layout-change/87454 "2014-10-01T21:25:07Z")
I noticed that the links to articles on Cars.com is missing from the lower right hand corner of the page and has been replaced by "Related Ad Topics". This Related Ad Topics is also on both the top and bottom banners of… --- ## [Elec porsche](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elec-porsche/87370)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2014, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elec-porsche/87370 "2014-10-01T20:21:32Z")
saw tv car show where they did a short test of porsche 913? or is it 918? its a new hybrid model and can run in elec mode for 11 miles. too bad they ran it at night with headlights on. i think the headlights are LED so i… --- ## [Should I repair '89 Corolla or upgrade?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-repair-89-corolla-or-upgrade/87342)
**Author:** [@Chelonian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chelonian)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2014, 9:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-repair-89-corolla-or-upgrade/87342 "2014-10-01T09:31:22Z")
Been having real trouble with this decision, and really don't know what's best. Any guidance much appreciated. We have a 1989 Toyota Corolla, manual, with 189k miles on it. The timing belt was changed around 179k mil… --- ## [Anatomy of an automotive scam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anatomy-of-an-automotive-scam/87420)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2014, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anatomy-of-an-automotive-scam/87420 "2014-10-01T02:44:22Z")
Here is just one more example of why you should only buy a car that you can see and touch, rather than trusting somebody on Craig's List who--supposedly--is selling a car in a far-away state. http://www.nj.com/business… --- ## [Women sales cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/women-sales-cars/87172)
**Author:** [@debs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/debs)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2014, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/women-sales-cars/87172 "2014-09-30T12:25:53Z")
Would you prefer women or man to sell your vehicle to you ? Are you more app to trust women or men ? --- ## [I found this interesting. Where was your car built?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-found-this-interesting-where-was-your-car-built/87355)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2014, 10:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-found-this-interesting-where-was-your-car-built/87355 "2014-09-30T10:58:32Z")
Mine were built all over the world. http://www.howtobuyamerican.com/content/db/b-db-autos.shtml So where are the Peugeots? --- ## [Turkey grease :(](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turkey-grease/87371)
**Author:** [@nola\_girl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nola_girl)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2014, 4:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turkey-grease/87371 "2014-09-30T04:05:43Z")
Help - I spilled turkey grease on my passenger leather seat last night. I tried to get it wiped up as soon as I noticed it but alas the car smells like turkey some of it seeped into the seat. How do I clean it up?… --- ## [Problems with topping off tank?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-topping-off-tank/86051)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2014, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-topping-off-tank/86051 "2014-09-29T22:08:39Z")
I was curious as I accidentally filled one of my trucks from a gas can to where the gas was almost up to the gas cap. I would have spilled gas had I not been paying attention. I know they always say not to top off at t… --- ## [For Weekend Driver/Fun Car - Your Advice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-weekend-driver-fun-car-your-advice/87397)
**Author:** [@CarMind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarMind)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2014, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-weekend-driver-fun-car-your-advice/87397 "2014-09-29T22:01:10Z")
I have a 2011 Camaro RS convertible which I bought used two years ago. I drive only when the weather is nice, top down. Car drives like a dream and have enjoyed the look. Recently, though, quite by accident I saw a 2… --- ## [Aftermarket Parts for 2003 Toyota Corolla?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-parts-for-2003-toyota-corolla/87418)
**Author:** [@fighter21z](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fighter21z)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2014, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-parts-for-2003-toyota-corolla/87418 "2014-09-29T20:03:39Z")
What can i put on my 2003 Toyota Corolla? i would like some body kit and what kind of stereo and speakers should i get. I have a 12 inch sony xplod (900w) sub and a sony xplod amp (760) (not installed yet). Sadly the car… --- ## [What s your favorite car song?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-your-favorite-car-song/86525)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2014, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-your-favorite-car-song/86525 "2014-09-29T04:42:26Z")
i ll have to think about mine.... --- ## [2005 Sebring is jerking/bucking while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-sebring-is-jerking-bucking-while-driving/86647)
**Author:** [@cool-aid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cool-aid)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2014, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-sebring-is-jerking-bucking-while-driving/86647 "2014-09-29T01:33:04Z")
I just bought a 2005 Chrysler Sebring sedan 2 weeks ago, has 94,000miles on it. Had no problems with anything until 6 days after purchasing the car. I just got on the highway & was about a mile onto the highway & I was a… --- ## [Best Reads for Engine Lovers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-reads-for-engine-lovers/87357)
**Author:** [@poorteacher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/poorteacher)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2014, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-reads-for-engine-lovers/87357 "2014-09-28T14:58:19Z")
Hello! I am a high school English teacher. I have a student who is very interested (borderline obsessed :wink: with Diesel Engines. I am desperate to find something for this student to read that will interest him! I h… --- ## [All Wheel Drive and new tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive-and-new-tires/87345)
**Author:** [@Magg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Magg)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2014, 8:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive-and-new-tires/87345 "2014-09-28T08:48:54Z")
Recently my Audi A4 Quattro got a flat and when I when to replace the one tire I was told I needed to replace all four as it would "screw" up the balance in the transmission. Naturally I thought this to be a scam so I we… --- ## [Car or Truck for 3,000?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-or-truck-for-3-000/87304)
**Author:** [@Martezj31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Martezj31)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2014, 8:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-or-truck-for-3-000/87304 "2014-09-28T08:06:20Z")
Where do I begin? I am a 21 year old guy and do not own a car. I have thought about financing a car but currently my financial situation is not going to allow that to be an option. Still, I need a truck for side jobs tha… --- ## [Parking lot conundrum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-lot-conundrum/87181)
**Author:** [@252525](https://community.cartalk.com/u/252525)\ **Replies:** 106\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2014, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-lot-conundrum/87181 "2014-09-28T04:02:43Z")
So the other night I had to go to the grocery store. It was after 10 pm. The parking lot is huge, at least 8 rows of parking lanes are perpendicular with the storefront. Each row has 30 parking spaces from left and 30 fr… --- ## [Cadillac to become a business unit seperate from the rest of GM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-to-become-a-business-unit-seperate-from-the-rest-of-gm/87366)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2014, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-to-become-a-business-unit-seperate-from-the-rest-of-gm/87366 "2014-09-28T02:04:20Z")
According to the news, Cadillac is moving its headquarters from Detroit to New York. According to official releases from GM and from Cadillac, the purpose is to establish Cadillac as a business unit totally separate fro… --- ## [Buying a car out of state from a private seller; Can I obtain temporary plates to drive it home?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-car-out-of-state-from-a-private-seller-can-i-obtain-temporary-plates-to-drive-it-home/87360)
**Author:** [@sunburn731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sunburn731)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2014, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-car-out-of-state-from-a-private-seller-can-i-obtain-temporary-plates-to-drive-it-home/87360 "2014-09-27T19:51:37Z")
Hi I am purchasing a car in Indiana from a private seller and want to drive it back to Texas. Does anyone know if I can get temporary plates or some kind of transit tag to drive it across state(s)? Would I obtain them at… --- ## [Gear Shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gear-shifting/87344)
**Author:** [@Ol\_Skool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ol_Skool)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2014, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gear-shifting/87344 "2014-09-26T22:34:53Z")
I Own A 92 Chevy Silverado, 154 K Miles. Runs Great! My Problem? I Experience Rough Shifting At First Take Off, After She Warms Up The Shifting Is Smooth. After Parking And Starting Again, Rough Shifting With A Klunking … --- ## [2008 Smart Car stalling during take off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-smart-car-stalling-during-take-off/87153)
**Author:** [@necronancy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/necronancy)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2014, 10:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-smart-car-stalling-during-take-off/87153 "2014-09-26T10:23:27Z")
I have a 2008 smart car that I love. I bought it last week. Three times now when I go to take off it stalls and a little blinking wrench comes on. The book says to take it in for service. Just wondered if anyone else e… --- ## [Part value](https://community.cartalk.com/t/part-value/87334)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2014, 7:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/part-value/87334 "2014-09-26T07:32:54Z")
what would you pay for each set of manifolds? they are in good shape. one set is from a Z06. the other is from a more common LS2 --- ## [Ole wifes tales](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ole-wifes-tales/87248)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2014, 6:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ole-wifes-tales/87248 "2014-09-26T06:20:19Z")
ok so a friend of mine leave radio, and A/C on never cutting them off.is that bad for battery when you start engine. --- ## [Sympathy for Blown Engine in Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sympathy-for-blown-engine-in-forester/87271)
**Author:** [@4GirlFriendWithFores](https://community.cartalk.com/u/4GirlFriendWithFores)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2014, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sympathy-for-blown-engine-in-forester/87271 "2014-09-25T02:12:32Z")
Okay, its a relationship issue about a car. Late model Subaru Foresters (among others of that ilk) have excessive oil consumption, even at low mileage. Expensive synthetic motor oil required. Frequent oil changes a… --- ## [Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery/87317)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2014, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery/87317 "2014-09-25T02:00:49Z")
has anyone had any problem with walmart battery. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=267) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=269)