# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=287 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 288 --- ## [Snake and mouse in car HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snake-and-mouse-in-car-help/84491)
**Author:** [@AmandaH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AmandaH)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2014, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snake-and-mouse-in-car-help/84491 "2014-04-09T18:35:46Z")
About 2 weeks ago we found a mouse in the car and then it disappeared after searching and searching we could not find it or any trace of it... And now this week as I was driving a snake starts slithering on my foot of co… --- ## ["Advice" for landing a job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-landing-a-job/84496)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2014, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-landing-a-job/84496 "2014-04-08T19:45:23Z")
Years ago, I read an interview with Jay Leno in some car magazine. I forget which one. Anyways, the interviewer asked Leno if he had any advice for people trying to get a job. Leno's specific advice was for trying to… --- ## [Post a pic of car for sale with its license plate blocked?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/post-a-pic-of-car-for-sale-with-its-license-plate-blocked/84507)
**Author:** [@HondaGuy70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaGuy70)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2014, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/post-a-pic-of-car-for-sale-with-its-license-plate-blocked/84507 "2014-04-08T12:12:51Z")
I am considering selling my car with a posting on Craigslist. I've been looking at other ads. I notice that some pictures purposefully block their license plate from the pictures. Why do they do that? --- ## [Brand of Motorcylce](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-of-motorcylce/84454)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2014, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-of-motorcylce/84454 "2014-04-08T01:49:22Z")
Recently I saw a rerun of the famous movie The Great Escape. Steve McQueen escapes on a motorcyle, but I cannot identify what make.| If it was German and authentic makes like BMW, Zundapp, Jawa come to mind. Anyone look… --- ## [Update on Tenaha police abuses](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-on-tenaha-police-abuses/84395)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2014, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-on-tenaha-police-abuses/84395 "2014-04-07T16:44:21Z")
Two times, first in 2007, then later I think in 2009, I was illegally stopped with no violations at all, on US highways. As a result of this, I am now much more afraid of US cops than Mexican cops. Several years ago, I… --- ## [VIN does not match Car Model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-does-not-match-car-model/84460)
**Author:** [@wrsbear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wrsbear)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2014, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-does-not-match-car-model/84460 "2014-04-07T07:44:25Z")
I bought a car at a nationally televised auction. Not the car I was looking at but was caught up in the bidding. I won the bidding on this one. I bought some parts for it and realized the VIN was for a 1966 Chevy II seda… --- ## [Zap!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/zap/84459)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2014, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/zap/84459 "2014-04-07T01:25:32Z")
What are some of the functions on the new cars that are better handled by electric or electronic replacements(the B-17 was said to be more survivable in combat then the B-24,because the B-17 had more electric servos and … --- ## [1993 Subaru](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-subaru/84469)
**Author:** [@Bradster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bradster)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2014, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-subaru/84469 "2014-04-06T21:35:26Z")
Is a 1993 Subaru Legacy station wagon worth anything for parts? Or should I just donate it? Doesn't run, has rust, but under 150000 miles. --- ## [More horsepower after a rain storm?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-horsepower-after-a-rain-storm/84461)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2014, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-horsepower-after-a-rain-storm/84461 "2014-04-06T20:57:36Z")
My 1966 Ford Station wagon seemed to have more power right after a rain storm. Did cylinder gasses cause moisture in the air to produce steam, creating more expansion and more horsepower? If so, would it have made sens… --- ## [April Fools: Do-It-Yourself Honda Fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/april-fools-do-it-yourself-honda-fit/84490)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2014, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/april-fools-do-it-yourself-honda-fit/84490 "2014-04-06T18:28:23Z")
Just saw this Honda April Fool's video and it's pretty clever, subtly poking fun at the hipster-organic-DIY movement: http://youtu.be/Z8GLIJ\_HQJ8 --- ## [Mazda recalls vehicles due to spiders for second time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-recalls-vehicles-due-to-spiders-for-second-time/84495)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2014, 8:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-recalls-vehicles-due-to-spiders-for-second-time/84495 "2014-04-06T08:58:07Z")
http://kdvr.com/2014/04/05/mazda-recalls-vehicles-due-to-spiders-for-second-time/ Do the spider webs block pressure release? --- ## [To the car talk regulars, just for the record](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-the-car-talk-regulars-just-for-the-record/84475)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2014, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-the-car-talk-regulars-just-for-the-record/84475 "2014-04-06T05:01:03Z")
first, I did some googling afterthis afternoons disaster, and I can see why some of you may have been reminded of some past promotors of H2 generators. my queries did, at times, echo the promoters spiel. I might add tha… --- ## [Hole in the Dash Board and Cracked Windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hole-in-the-dash-board-and-cracked-windshield/84441)
**Author:** [@WhiskeyGirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhiskeyGirl)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2014, 7:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hole-in-the-dash-board-and-cracked-windshield/84441 "2014-04-05T07:53:18Z")
I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. I have it parked in a secured garge at my work. I drove my truck on Friday and then I didnt drive it again until Tuesday. When I got to my truck on tuesday, a big hole and cracks were in … --- ## [2011 Ford Edge-lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-lights/84463)
**Author:** [@David\_L](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_L)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2014, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-lights/84463 "2014-04-05T05:13:17Z")
I recently purchased a 2011 Ford Edge with the My-Touch control system. I am planning on taking it to music festivals where I "camp" in and around my vehicle. Some of the lights go on every time a door or hatch is opened… --- ## [The next Tesla, the Model E](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-next-tesla-the-model-e/84411)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2014, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-next-tesla-the-model-e/84411 "2014-04-05T04:49:02Z")
... will likely appeal to a lot more people than the Model S, due to the much lower projected price of the Model E. As much as I would love to own a Model S, it is only going to show up in my garage if I win the lotter… --- ## [Squeaky Steering Wheel/Column (2005 T&C)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaky-steering-wheel-column-2005-t-c/84467)
**Author:** [@jfeck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jfeck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2014, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaky-steering-wheel-column-2005-t-c/84467 "2014-04-05T00:23:39Z")
I have a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country base model with just over 70,000 miles. My steering wheel/column "squeaks" when making left or right turns. The noise sounds like it is coming from inside the cabin, just behind … --- ## [20 trolls for one discussion?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-trolls-for-one-discussion/84465)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2014, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-trolls-for-one-discussion/84465 "2014-04-04T22:39:27Z")
really? just because I disagreed with shadowfax that I was trolling, he gives me 20 troll votes? silly. --- ## [Wheel weight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-weight/84438)
**Author:** [@Stoveguyy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stoveguyy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2014, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-weight/84438 "2014-04-04T16:28:02Z")
same car. 2 different wheels. is 1 lead weight missing in pic? pic 2 seems to show just a metal bracket that might hold a missing lead weight? --- ## [U.S. requires new cars to have backup cameras](https://community.cartalk.com/t/u-s-requires-new-cars-to-have-backup-cameras/84416)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2014, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/u-s-requires-new-cars-to-have-backup-cameras/84416 "2014-04-04T12:57:01Z")
I have to say I'm torn on this. On one hand, I've gotten by just fine without one. On the other hand, I am sure they save lives. Here is the article: http://money.cnn.com/2014/03/31/autos/rear-facing-cameras/index.ht… --- ## [Cabin air filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabin-air-filter/84427)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2014, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabin-air-filter/84427 "2014-04-03T20:43:08Z")
Both my cars have them. Both need to b changed. Should I get paper or carbon coated version? Sort of a cheap/higher priced choice. Both are under wiper cowl. Easy to change. And yes they are grungy. U try living outside… --- ## [Hose clamp removal tool](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hose-clamp-removal-tool/84443)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2014, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hose-clamp-removal-tool/84443 "2014-04-03T20:16:15Z")
Does any one have any experience with this type of tool? http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/autocraft-hose-clamp-pliers-ac7777/10449621-P?searchTerm=hose+clamp+pliers http://www.sears.com/craftsman-cable-operated-hos… --- ## [If not now, when? Time for a new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-not-now-when-time-for-a-new-car/84428)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2014, 10:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-not-now-when-time-for-a-new-car/84428 "2014-04-03T10:33:42Z")
My husband and I have a 2003 Lexus ES340 with 130,000 miles on her. We have been diligent about oil change and other routine care, and we put new tires on last summer. The car is mainly used to travel back and forth to o… --- ## [Subaru's over 100,000 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subarus-over-100-000-miles/84373)
**Author:** [@mgw9nh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mgw9nh)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2014, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subarus-over-100-000-miles/84373 "2014-04-02T14:11:27Z")
I am leaning towards a subaru Forester, used, in my price range the mileage will be high - over 100,000 -145,000. My previous experience with subaru is expensive repairs - head gaskets, water pumps, wheel bearing, axles… --- ## [Your Biggest WTH!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/your-biggest-wth/84270)
**Author:** [@cigroller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cigroller)\ **Replies:** 110\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2014, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/your-biggest-wth/84270 "2014-04-02T13:26:37Z")
Following on some threads a little while back about things like easiest repairs that turned out bad, or hardest ones that turned out easy - and stuff like that - the thread on the Mini Cooper with the lost cam (or crank?… --- ## [Adventurous mom looking for best camping van for under $3000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adventurous-mom-looking-for-best-camping-van-for-under-3000/83915)
**Author:** [@Tgram](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tgram)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2014, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adventurous-mom-looking-for-best-camping-van-for-under-3000/83915 "2014-04-01T13:34:28Z")
I looking for a camping van that meets the following: -can fit 2 carseats in bench/bucket seating. -has fold down bed in back, or space to build platform for bed. -is reliable and safe I'm looking for something to tow … --- ## [Saab 900 Convertible Safety](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-900-convertible-safety/84384)
**Author:** [@Magay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Magay)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2014, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-900-convertible-safety/84384 "2014-03-31T04:00:24Z")
My son is turning 16 in 3 months and he and my husband have been discussing giving my husband's 20 year old Saab Convertible to him to drive around town. The car is a straight drive, has 200,000 miles on it and is in t… --- ## [Barn find of the year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/barn-find-of-the-year/84372)
**Author:** [@bscar2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar2)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2014, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/barn-find-of-the-year/84372 "2014-03-31T02:28:07Z")
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/03/25/wheres-steve-mcqueen-when-need-him-16-shelby-gt500-found-under-40-years-dust/?intcmp=features This snake features a larger, 428-cubic-inch Cobra Jet engine mated to a four-speed… --- ## [So, I tried to adjust TOE by myself and this is what happened](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-i-tried-to-adjust-toe-by-myself-and-this-is-what-happened/84386)
**Author:** [@mareakin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mareakin)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2014, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-i-tried-to-adjust-toe-by-myself-and-this-is-what-happened/84386 "2014-03-31T02:19:05Z")
Car: 2007 Corolla CE with aftermarket wheels, 15X7 size, +42mm offset, 14.4 lbs. 195/60R15 tires (stock wheels were 15X6, +45mm, 185/65/15 tires.) For the last year or two, my car has wandered to the right, I have to h… --- ## [2000 Volvo V-70 Starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-v-70-starting-issue/84335)
**Author:** [@Walt\_64](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Walt_64)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2014, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-v-70-starting-issue/84335 "2014-03-30T22:42:23Z")
Please help. There is a question still on file from Nov. of 2009 titled " 2000 Volvo V-70 intermittent start problems" authored by a Tee Thomas. The question could have been written by me. Same car, year and model and e… --- ## [2010 Cary oil film on right front strut](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-cary-oil-film-on-right-front-strut/84354)
**Author:** [@WWDog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WWDog)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2014, 8:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-cary-oil-film-on-right-front-strut/84354 "2014-03-29T08:22:06Z")
2010 Toyota Camry, 50,500 miles. Had the oil changed at the dealer today as it is almost the same price as other places. I was walking by the garage with my dogs and noticed the mechanic removing the right front tire a… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=286) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=288)