# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=272 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 273 --- ## [Transmission slipping...safe to make a long trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-slipping-safe-to-make-a-long-trip/86846)
**Author:** [@sas9382](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sas9382)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2014, 9:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-slipping-safe-to-make-a-long-trip/86846 "2014-08-28T09:05:47Z")
I have a 99 Honda Accord with 172K miles on it. In the last couple months it's started slipping more often than when the problem first started about 4-5ish months ago. It tends to lurch when I start going again from a st… --- ## [Rules of the road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rules-of-the-road/85889)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2014, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rules-of-the-road/85889 "2014-08-28T00:29:18Z")
Is it me or does it seem that most people are either ignorant of, or have no clue about some of the more basic rules of the road? Case in point- I was exiting the expressway and the traffic lights were dead. A whole st… --- ## [Nissan altima hybrid 2007](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-altima-hybrid-2007/86795)
**Author:** [@Lisa\_d](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisa_d)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-altima-hybrid-2007/86795 "2014-08-27T23:38:53Z")
It ran out of gas with the previous owner and they say the steering is new and the hybrid battery is new and the 12 volt is new but when I got it I had to get the 12volt battery trickle charged which it charge to 80 perc… --- ## [Gifting a car between family members and states \*CLOSED - Questions answered\*](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gifting-a-car-between-family-members-and-states-closed-questions-answered/86827)
**Author:** [@bdfinder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bdfinder)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gifting-a-car-between-family-members-and-states-closed-questions-answered/86827 "2014-08-27T22:35:09Z")
EDIT: CLOSED - QUESTION ANSWERED Hi all, My brother has offered to give his 2008 Nissan Altima to me as a gift. He lives in Louisiana, and I live in Maryland. Has anyone had experience with this? There are a lot of l… --- ## [Does KBB value take precedent over MSRP?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-kbb-value-take-precedent-over-msrp/86777)
**Author:** [@Accordion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Accordion)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 11:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-kbb-value-take-precedent-over-msrp/86777 "2014-08-27T11:31:26Z")
When pricing a new car ? Accordion --- ## [Mystery Mileage on a 2000 Chevie Astro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-mileage-on-a-2000-chevie-astro/86809)
**Author:** [@bkbob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkbob)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-mileage-on-a-2000-chevie-astro/86809 "2014-08-27T05:55:49Z")
I have a Chevie Astro 2000, which I have owned since 2005 and now has approximately 175,000 miles on it.. The last two times I filled the gas tank (which has a very sensitive filling nozzle) I have a hard time believ… --- ## [Best time to buy a new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-time-to-buy-a-new-car/86788)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-time-to-buy-a-new-car/86788 "2014-08-27T04:12:52Z")
I don't know when the new 2015 Toyota Avalons come out. I am considering buying a 2014 around now. They have already started to offer some incentives, but nothing huge. I am hoping to cash in on the "clear the lot" thi… --- ## [Car Parts from Ebay for my 2000 Chevy ASTRO](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-parts-from-ebay-for-my-2000-chevy-astro/86825)
**Author:** [@bkbob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkbob)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-parts-from-ebay-for-my-2000-chevy-astro/86825 "2014-08-27T03:49:36Z")
I don't know if you have been reading my "Mystery Mileage" post on my ASTRO but I have a new question. How reliable is it buying car parts over Ebay? Last night I was doing searches for the cost of a new fuel pump on … --- ## [Ok, I am anal retentive, calling the police 5 times for a truck blocking a sidewalk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-i-am-anal-retentive-calling-the-police-5-times-for-a-truck-blocking-a-sidewalk/86644)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2014, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-i-am-anal-retentive-calling-the-police-5-times-for-a-truck-blocking-a-sidewalk/86644 "2014-08-26T20:42:48Z")
Sure the first time I called police non emergency number was the truck blocking a sidewalk as I helped my neighbor to the walgreens and had to go on grass to get a wheelchair around the vehicle, encroaching on the sidew… --- ## [5-20 Synthetic Oil Creates Clattering Sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-20-synthetic-oil-creates-clattering-sound/86804)
**Author:** [@Click\_and\_Clack\_Admi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Click_and_Clack_Admi)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2014, 7:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-20-synthetic-oil-creates-clattering-sound/86804 "2014-08-26T07:35:20Z")
Q: I put a new brand of 5-20 synthetic oil into my Hyundai. Oil light came on. Clattering sound commenced. Drained oil. Put in normal oil. Oil light went out. Clattering sound stopped. Q: Does anybody. (factually) know… --- ## [2006 Chevy Cobalt starts when it wants to!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-cobalt-starts-when-it-wants-to/86815)
**Author:** [@mrandle11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrandle11)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2014, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-cobalt-starts-when-it-wants-to/86815 "2014-08-26T04:44:02Z")
I am having an issue with my 2006 Chevy Cobalt. I recently had a new fuel pump put in. Within a week the car would not start. The very next day the car started fine and ran well. The next day it would not start again. Th… --- ## [Dip stick visibility](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dip-stick-visibility/86800)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2014, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dip-stick-visibility/86800 "2014-08-25T21:00:31Z")
Hi: i have a new subaru and I'm trying to read the dipstick. Car is level and has cooled for over an hour, but I can' t get a reading on the dipstick. The 0-20 oil doesn't stick to it!. all I get is some smears on the lo… --- ## [Elio, Scoop or Scam?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elio-scoop-or-scam/86760)
**Author:** [@1Busydad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1Busydad)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2014, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elio-scoop-or-scam/86760 "2014-08-24T23:56:21Z")
Does anyone besides me see any RED FLAGS in the Elio Motors Hype? I'm sorry, but when something sound too good to be true... What's got me thinking that this may be an opportunity ala Bernie Madoff is the "Reserve yours … --- ## [2006 kia sorento](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-sorento/86787)
**Author:** [@zlots](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zlots)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2014, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-sorento/86787 "2014-08-24T20:02:07Z")
my crankshaft pulley sheared off in kia dealer now is this covered under 100000 mile powertrain warranty i have 88000 miles on it. heard this is a common problem with the soentos --- ## [Looking at a pre-owned Honda Fit 2008- advice interpreting Carfax](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-pre-owned-honda-fit-2008-advice-interpreting-carfax/86740)
**Author:** [@dcurran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcurran)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2014, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-pre-owned-honda-fit-2008-advice-interpreting-carfax/86740 "2014-08-24T06:49:17Z")
I'm looking to buy a used Honda Fit through a dealer (non-certified, Hyundai dealer) and found a 2008 manual with only 17k miles on it. I realize the mileage is extremely low for the amount of years but didn't rule it ou… --- ## [Will we ever do away with Hydraulic Braking Systems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-we-ever-do-away-with-hydraulic-braking-systems/86395)
**Author:** [@WheresRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheresRick)\ **Replies:** 221\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2014, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-we-ever-do-away-with-hydraulic-braking-systems/86395 "2014-08-23T17:51:09Z")
I know the benefits and drawbacks of air braking systems vs hydraulic braking systems since we discussed it here, and I can't help but wonder will we ever do away with hydraulic braking systems? Why could you not h… --- ## [Minor wreck report, Mexico, 2002 Sienna, Tuesday](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minor-wreck-report-mexico-2002-sienna-tuesday/84568)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2014, 7:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minor-wreck-report-mexico-2002-sienna-tuesday/84568 "2014-08-23T07:49:01Z")
We live in a small village in the mountains, south-east of Mexico City several hours. Today, as usual we drove to the weekly market. On the way home, well, we aren't sure how it happened. But, a man was rolling on the … --- ## [LED headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/led-headlights/86662)
**Author:** [@reddragon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reddragon)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2014, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/led-headlights/86662 "2014-08-23T04:27:34Z")
i have googled it and have looked just about every where but cant find anything saying that LED headlight are illegal i know the HID kits are illegal but how about the LED light?? --- ## [Suspension on 2011 Ford Fusion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suspension-on-2011-ford-fusion/86691)
**Author:** [@carshopper9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carshopper9)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2014, 9:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suspension-on-2011-ford-fusion/86691 "2014-08-22T09:21:55Z")
I'm currently shopping for a used car. The couple that I work for are convinced that they got a fantastic deal on a fixed up salvaged vehicle and that I might want to buy a car from the same guys who refurbish salvages. … --- ## [Trailer Carry Capacity?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trailer-carry-capacity/85372)
**Author:** [@sjd181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjd181)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2014, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trailer-carry-capacity/85372 "2014-08-22T08:08:39Z")
I borrowed my father-in-laws 12 foot class 4 trailer. I want to pick up forty 100 lb. pavers. (100 miles away). The GVWR on the trailer states that it is 2,995 lbs. Do you subtract the trailer weight (1500 lbs) from that… --- ## [Transmission service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-service/86698)
**Author:** [@Firoza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Firoza)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2014, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-service/86698 "2014-08-22T06:01:51Z")
I own a 2009 Cadillac DTS, which has 80,000 miles on it. The question is , Should you follow the manual which says transmission service at 100,000 miles or listen to the dealer who does my oil change. They suggest I s… --- ## [Used car value?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-value/86739)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2014, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-value/86739 "2014-08-22T01:15:02Z")
Looking for $6k suv. Found 2 2006 equinox's. One has 65k miles, very low for $6.5k. 2nd has 160k for 2700. Both have clean title, no damage. Cheaper one needs tires. Avg price for 06 is about 5500 in my area. They have C… --- ## [Trip/mpg displays](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trip-mpg-displays/86695)
**Author:** [@roggenite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roggenite)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trip-mpg-displays/86695 "2014-08-21T21:06:23Z")
I have a 2001 F350 diesel Lariat 4x4 7.3 liter. It has a display that tells you the average mpg of the vehicle. I live in Colorado on the eastern plains. My friend that is building a house up in the mountains borrowed my… --- ## [Need to find a car for triplets!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-find-a-car-for-triplets/86682)
**Author:** [@SleeplessinHouston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SleeplessinHouston)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-find-a-car-for-triplets/86682 "2014-08-21T18:38:40Z")
My wife and I are expecting triplets in a few months. I'm trying to figure out the best vehicle - anyone have thoughts? My wife is 5'3", so please keep in mind that she'll still need to be able to see out! I'm definitely… --- ## [Replacement for Matrix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-for-matrix/86729)
**Author:** [@dougo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dougo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-for-matrix/86729 "2014-08-21T18:29:20Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota Matrix and am very satisfied with it. I noticed that Toyota has discontinued the Matrix line. So when the time come to replace it, I'm going to be searching for a car that has the features I especi… --- ## [Value of late 90's early 2000's Foresters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-late-90s-early-2000s-foresters/86726)
**Author:** [@millhunk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/millhunk)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-late-90s-early-2000s-foresters/86726 "2014-08-21T11:53:49Z")
Have you guys seen the value of these things lately?? (I've got a 98 w/120k miles and, of course, a blown headgasket). It's been said that if a car is in good condition and runs reliably, it's worth at least a grand - ob… --- ## [When it rains, it pours. 2002 Sienna bad headlight bulb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-it-rains-it-pours-2002-sienna-bad-headlight-bulb/86019)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 5:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-it-rains-it-pours-2002-sienna-bad-headlight-bulb/86019 "2014-08-21T05:51:18Z")
When it rains, it pours. My 2002 Sienna had a burned out headlight bulb the other day. So, why am I even mentioning it? Buy a new 9003 bulb, open the hood, unplug the socket; pull off the rubber cover, twist the clip a… --- ## [Car Suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suggestions/86724)
**Author:** [@pearlbeer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pearlbeer)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suggestions/86724 "2014-08-21T05:07:56Z")
Now that I have a 2 and 4 year old, my 2007 FJ Cruiser has just become non-functional. I've loved it, but it is a pain to get kids in and out of car seats, plus, with the lift kit I have on it, it won't fit in my downto… --- ## [Two-in-one engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-in-one-engine/86701)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-in-one-engine/86701 "2014-08-21T04:13:34Z")
I guess I'm a glutton for punishment. I'm sure I'll get it for sharing the novel Idea I just came up with. In recent years variable cylinder management has had some success with the help of computer management, but gai… --- ## [How do i change gu cv](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-change-gu-cv/86730)
**Author:** [@mattmro444](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattmro444)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-change-gu-cv/86730 "2014-08-21T01:45:12Z")
Hi guys, new to this forum and 4wding. My cv's are making a clicking sound whilist turning and driving.I assume there stuffed and have already bought new ones to put in. I have limited mechanical knowledge, but am willin… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=271) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=273)