# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=290 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 291 --- ## [Toolbar problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toolbar-problem/83942)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2014, 9:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toolbar-problem/83942 "2014-02-28T09:48:03Z")
The toolbar at the top of the comment box is all "B"s now. I have not clicked on any of them so I don't know what they will do. Not going to find out either. --- ## [Beginner at Manual transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beginner-at-manual-transmission/83291)
**Author:** [@Bang3410](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bang3410)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2014, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beginner-at-manual-transmission/83291 "2014-02-28T03:22:06Z")
Hi, I recently bought my second car a manual transmission 2006 mustang. My first car was a automatic and I recently switched to manual because I always wanted to learn how to drive one. THis is my 3rd week driving it and… --- ## [2004 subaru impreza outback intermittent starting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-impreza-outback-intermittent-starting-problems/83944)
**Author:** [@Zeekeroftruth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zeekeroftruth)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2014, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-impreza-outback-intermittent-starting-problems/83944 "2014-02-27T07:43:37Z")
This happens randomly when starting, it turns over and starts but we have to keep the RPM's up for 10 to 20 minutes or it just dies. Then we shut it off after reaching our destination and it may or may not do it again. T… --- ## [Heads up on front wheel breaking off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heads-up-on-front-wheel-breaking-off/83913)
**Author:** [@london](https://community.cartalk.com/u/london)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2014, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heads-up-on-front-wheel-breaking-off/83913 "2014-02-27T02:28:40Z")
For the second time this winter I saw someone whose front wheel broke off as they were negotiating a low speed turn into a mall parking lot. Both situations involved the right front wheel either being terribly askew or c… --- ## [Transmission and the Cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-and-the-cold/83916)
**Author:** [@CappuccinoMan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CappuccinoMan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2014, 11:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-and-the-cold/83916 "2014-02-26T11:12:27Z")
I have a 2005 Grand Caravan and as everyone knows, this winter has been a cold one. The GC has always started without problem but after I back out of my parking spot, it sits outside, I put it into Drive and it will not … --- ## [No sternum. Which is more dangerous - front airbag or seatbelt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-sternum-which-is-more-dangerous-front-airbag-or-seatbelt/83788)
**Author:** [@kathyppa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kathyppa)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2014, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-sternum-which-is-more-dangerous-front-airbag-or-seatbelt/83788 "2014-02-26T06:17:56Z")
I am a 64-year old female who's had her sternum surgically removed. I drive a 2007 Subaru Tribeca which has fantastic safety features like a 6-point airbag system. I've been told I would not survive a front airbag deploy… --- ## [Website problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/website-problems/83647)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2014, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/website-problems/83647 "2014-02-26T03:36:32Z")
Hi webmasters. I figured out what it is that causes this website to become unstable and not others. You now apparently have an agreement with an advertising company that keeps popping up little videos on the right side … --- ## [Switch engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/switch-engine/83860)
**Author:** [@lalito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lalito)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2014, 8:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/switch-engine/83860 "2014-02-25T08:22:28Z")
I drooped my Toyota 4 Runner keys on the snow. After that has bee almost impossible to start the switch. I tried a little bit of W40 on the key and still I am having a hard time. Any suggestions anyone? --- ## [Cruise control in C-Max hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cruise-control-in-c-max-hybrid/83912)
**Author:** [@Sethu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sethu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2014, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cruise-control-in-c-max-hybrid/83912 "2014-02-25T05:33:53Z")
I own a 2013 C-Max hybrid and I notice that during long drives, if i engage the cruise control, I don't get as many EV miles as I do when I have my foot on the gas pedal and take it off when i have reached my desired spe… --- ## [Any advice re: updating a stereo to an all-in-one in-dash unit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-advice-re-updating-a-stereo-to-an-all-in-one-in-dash-unit/83850)
**Author:** [@sparklehoof](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sparklehoof)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2014, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-advice-re-updating-a-stereo-to-an-all-in-one-in-dash-unit/83850 "2014-02-24T16:46:45Z")
Hi, I have a beloved 2003 VW GTI 1.8. The original stereo has a tape deck (yes indeed!). I want to learn what, if any, options are available to improve my current cluttered portable gadgets and add a little 2014 flair w… --- ## [My recent snowblower scare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-recent-snowblower-scare/83837)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2014, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-recent-snowblower-scare/83837 "2014-02-24T06:56:19Z")
Being this is the "general" discussion area, I'm going to vent about my snow blower. Tuesday I received 14 inches (measured) of snow in my driveway. Halfway through the job of clearing it, late at night, my snowblower… --- ## [What was your least expensive used car purchase?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-was-your-least-expensive-used-car-purchase/83726)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2014, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-was-your-least-expensive-used-car-purchase/83726 "2014-02-23T18:45:48Z")
To go along with the "worst vehicle" thread, what was your least expensive used car purchase? Criteria: Not purchased from a relative or friend who gave you a bargain price In running/driving condition when purchased … --- ## [CD changer location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cd-changer-location/83846)
**Author:** [@Achieva](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Achieva)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2014, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cd-changer-location/83846 "2014-02-23T18:43:30Z")
One of the possible locations for the CD changer for my 2004 Mercury Sable in the Owner's Manual said right side cargo area storage compartment. Is that the back of the wagon? --- ## [To whom may I report an engine failure which resulted in a serious accident?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-whom-may-i-report-an-engine-failure-which-resulted-in-a-serious-accident/83865)
**Author:** [@auntie\_k](https://community.cartalk.com/u/auntie_k)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2014, 7:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-whom-may-i-report-an-engine-failure-which-resulted-in-a-serious-accident/83865 "2014-02-23T07:48:31Z")
The engine of our VW Passat 2000 quit suddenly while driving home on freeway. Night. Rain. We put on the flasher lights as we were slowing while trying to move to the right lane. No shoulder as we we were on a bridge.… --- ## [Rare, Non Stock, or Odd vehicles you have owned or driven](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rare-non-stock-or-odd-vehicles-you-have-owned-or-driven/83737)
**Author:** [@sgtrock21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sgtrock21)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2014, 5:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rare-non-stock-or-odd-vehicles-you-have-owned-or-driven/83737 "2014-02-23T05:16:05Z")
I have only owned a couple. First was heavily modified. Second was more factory experimental. I have also driven a few kit cars, factory test cars, and a couple of dealer modified cars. If anyone responds I will post det… --- ## [How to stop drag racing on my street?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-stop-drag-racing-on-my-street/83750)
**Author:** [@Lisa\_Mae](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisa_Mae)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2014, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-stop-drag-racing-on-my-street/83750 "2014-02-23T03:06:40Z")
I never would have thought to ask this question in this forum until I heard an episode of Car Talk where the brothers advised someone to sneak over to their neighbor's house at night and reset his spark plug gaps to keep… --- ## [Ran over a curb.... (kerb for the Anglophiles)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ran-over-a-curb-kerb-for-the-anglophiles/83845)
**Author:** [@Laney1331](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laney1331)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2014, 9:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ran-over-a-curb-kerb-for-the-anglophiles/83845 "2014-02-22T09:01:09Z")
A month ago, I hit a patch of ice and skidded up onto a curb. It was a stressful day, so I glanced at the wheel, saw the busted hubcap, thought "no big deal", and carried on with my life. Slowly, I came to realize that… --- ## [Seeking your ideas: Tips for new posters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-your-ideas-tips-for-new-posters/67549)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2014, 8:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-your-ideas-tips-for-new-posters/67549 "2014-02-22T08:54:19Z")
Hello everybody, On the heels of another discussion, I wanted to throw this out for your input. We'd like to create a list of tips/recommended info for users to include in their questions to the community. (Some sugges… --- ## [Have 2.7 mopar engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-2-7-mopar-engine/83773)
**Author:** [@dodge330](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dodge330)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2014, 6:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-2-7-mopar-engine/83773 "2014-02-22T06:14:24Z")
what is your recommendation for oil type for this engine. I know sludge can be a problem. regular oil or syn oil --- ## [Mystery Hole](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-hole/83782)
**Author:** [@jasonkoster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasonkoster)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-hole/83782 "2014-02-21T22:49:27Z")
What the heck caused this? Something melted through the license plate holder, then through the plastic of the bumper, down to the metal body. A week ago I had the timing belt, plugs and water pump replaced by my mechan… --- ## [Advice sought about '94 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-sought-about-94-toyota-camry/83822)
**Author:** [@DriverAtLarge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DriverAtLarge)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-sought-about-94-toyota-camry/83822 "2014-02-21T22:13:52Z")
First of all, I am female. Secondly, I took one class of auto mechanics when I was in high school so I wouldn't be a helpless, ignorant female when it comes to cars. I have owned this Camry for a few years. It has been… --- ## [When to sell an old car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-sell-an-old-car/83805)
**Author:** [@HondaGuy70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaGuy70)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-sell-an-old-car/83805 "2014-02-21T14:18:25Z")
I drive a Honda that's about twenty years old. Looks good. Runs amazing. 30 mpg city/40 mpg hwy. I've maintained it well. This car has never failed me. Summer 2015 is the next scheduled major maintenance (brakes,… --- ## [Cqdilla or moderator I think it is censorship to remove my post asking why a thread was deleted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cqdilla-or-moderator-i-think-it-is-censorship-to-remove-my-post-asking-why-a-thread-was-deleted/83819)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 9:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cqdilla-or-moderator-i-think-it-is-censorship-to-remove-my-post-asking-why-a-thread-was-deleted/83819 "2014-02-21T09:40:50Z")
Let us know why http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/2296907/launch-control-officers-lcos#latest was clsed and why my asking why the post was deleted please, been here since waterboy and never seen such censorship. --- ## [Total hydraulic braking failure possible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/total-hydraulic-braking-failure-possible/83747)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/total-hydraulic-braking-failure-possible/83747 "2014-02-21T03:54:02Z")
Two years ago, I bought a '94 F150. The day I bought it, I stopped at a garage to inquire about renting a tow dolly (they were also a U-Haul franchise.) Up to that point, the truck drove and braked great. They didn't h… --- ## [Rustoleum tint base](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rustoleum-tint-base/83795)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rustoleum-tint-base/83795 "2014-02-21T02:38:31Z")
Sure it is a little car related, for rusty cars, we are a hazardous waste disposal also, a company has stopped selling paint and has 50 gallons of Rustoleum tint base, I am thinking there has got to be a market, any idea… --- ## [Subaru Outback for towing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-for-towing/83827)
**Author:** [@LucieOhio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LucieOhio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2014, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-for-towing/83827 "2014-02-21T02:35:19Z")
Would like to hear from anyone who owns the 6 cylinder Subaru Outback. We want to replace our Honda Odyssey which we use to tow a 1000-1900# popup camper and are wondering if this Subaru would do the job without too muc… --- ## [CarMax left my oil plug loose and engine oil has been drained. Need advice on how to proceed HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carmax-left-my-oil-plug-loose-and-engine-oil-has-been-drained-need-advice-on-how-to-proceed-help/83755)
**Author:** [@DisconnectedRAV4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DisconnectedRAV4)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2014, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carmax-left-my-oil-plug-loose-and-engine-oil-has-been-drained-need-advice-on-how-to-proceed-help/83755 "2014-02-20T04:35:37Z")
My wife and I recently purchased a used 2011 Toyota RAV4 from our local CARMAX in Denver Colorado. We have purchased several cars in the past from them and have always been happy with the results. Yesterday I got a frant… --- ## [Perfect vehicle for snow country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/perfect-vehicle-for-snow-country/83689)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2014, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/perfect-vehicle-for-snow-country/83689 "2014-02-20T00:16:28Z")
For those of us who have been shoveling more snow than average this winter...... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RatgBGSBZQQ I laughed myself silly but I'd love one of these! :slight\_smile: Marnet ....still reading… --- ## [How long should I expect a GM SUV to last?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-i-expect-a-gm-suv-to-last/83757)
**Author:** [@gmkid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmkid)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2014, 10:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-i-expect-a-gm-suv-to-last/83757 "2014-02-19T10:31:43Z")
I've been searching for a full-size GM SUV years 2007+ (This means the Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevy Suburban, or GMC Yukon XL). Due to my financial situation, I can't afford a new one. All that I have been able to find i… --- ## [Issues with Certified Used Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issues-with-certified-used-cars/83410)
**Author:** [@DavHlr45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavHlr45)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2014, 7:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issues-with-certified-used-cars/83410 "2014-02-19T07:27:35Z")
Hello: My wife and I are in the market for a Certified Used Car. We found one we liked, and were about to sign a contract of sale, but then we took it to a local outside mechanic to do one last inspection. The mechani… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=289) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=291)