# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=300 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 301 --- ## [Just some lawn mower maintenance conversation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-some-lawn-mower-maintenance-conversation/82231)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2013, 9:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-some-lawn-mower-maintenance-conversation/82231 "2013-11-16T09:51:55Z")
Things are so slow around here, just thought I'd ramble a little about riding mower maintenance. Now that leaves are mostly mulched for the season and I have about 500 hours on my rider, I started to plan some maintenan… --- ## [2006 Chevolet Colorado starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevolet-colorado-starting-issues/82168)
**Author:** [@tjfab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjfab)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2013, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevolet-colorado-starting-issues/82168 "2013-11-16T04:41:42Z")
Fuel Pump and Fuel Pump Relay replaced after 115,000 miles. On occasion, engine will turn over but not crank ... wait 10 minutes and the engine will start . No security light (passlock) or engine trouble codes displaye… --- ## [Laser curb feelers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/laser-curb-feelers/82199)
**Author:** [@Kellygopal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kellygopal)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2013, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/laser-curb-feelers/82199 "2013-11-15T19:42:47Z")
I have a Dodge Magnum. The Magnum sits low to the ground and when I pull into a parking place I often run over the concrete curb stop. When backing up I tear up my grille. I have to replace the front bumper now and wa… --- ## [1970 MGB Road Trip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-mgb-road-trip/82201)
**Author:** [@mstrchief41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mstrchief41)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2013, 10:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-mgb-road-trip/82201 "2013-11-15T10:44:14Z")
I'm planning to take a road trip along route 66, and back through Las Vegas, Colorado and Wyoming. I want to take in a 1970 MGB, but want to know whether it is decently safe to take through the mountains in Colorado and… --- ## [WD-40 and Rubber](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wd-40-and-rubber/82215)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2013, 9:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wd-40-and-rubber/82215 "2013-11-15T09:39:53Z")
I bought already mounted tire and when checking the air pressure i had a sticky valve stem. Question: Would WD-40 hurt the seal in valve stem? --- ## [Info PLease pathfinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/info-please-pathfinder/82212)
**Author:** [@JOHN\_JL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHN_JL)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2013, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/info-please-pathfinder/82212 "2013-11-13T16:35:58Z")
1992 nissan pathfinder has a HI + low range four wheel drive, ?? what is the last year that pathfinder had a low+hi range 4wheel drive? Thank you 4 your time --- ## [Teen Drivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teen-drivers/28032)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 143\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2013, 9:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teen-drivers/28032 "2013-11-13T09:54:30Z")
Is there anything more terrifying than the idea of your kid piloting a few thousand pounds of steel? If you're a teen who's about to start driving, can you think of anything more fun than getting behind the wheel for t… --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry- 4 cyc- Is it a very difficult job to change the heater core?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-4-cyc-is-it-a-very-difficult-job-to-change-the-heater-core/82177)
**Author:** [@ypli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ypli)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2013, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-4-cyc-is-it-a-very-difficult-job-to-change-the-heater-core/82177 "2013-11-12T20:32:03Z")
Is replacing the heater core on a Toyota Camry a job for professional mechanics only? Where can I get some repair videos on the removal of the heater core? Is $800 reasonable for a garage to do it? --- ## [Tire load range](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-load-range/82138)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2013, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-load-range/82138 "2013-11-12T19:43:49Z")
I bought load range E tires and put them on a light little 89 4runner. My thought is I messed up because the vehicle is so light and in on winter roads. Should I have stayed with load range C.? Will it really make much d… --- ## [Tire pressure gauges and airport security](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-gauges-and-airport-security/82153)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2013, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-gauges-and-airport-security/82153 "2013-11-12T02:59:50Z")
It's a slow day and thought this might be of interest. Don't read if it's not. Coming back from Germany last week we went through Amsterdam and I got singled out to have my duffle/carryon searched at the last checkpoin… --- ## [Steering problem with 2001 Pathfinder 4WD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-problem-with-2001-pathfinder-4wd/82194)
**Author:** [@planner52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/planner52)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2013, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-problem-with-2001-pathfinder-4wd/82194 "2013-11-12T01:30:59Z")
Can anyone suggest what might be the problem with my 2001 Pathfinder. I notice steering wheel shaking/shimmy when driving but not all the time. The vehicle has 125K miles. Is it tie rods, struts, warped rotors, alignm… --- ## [Small block won't stay running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-block-wont-stay-running/82152)
**Author:** [@Pfunk237](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pfunk237)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2013, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-block-wont-stay-running/82152 "2013-11-12T00:19:12Z")
I just bought a 1982 Chevy c10 305 small block. It had an oil leak so i began putting new valve cover gaskets, and then New Valve Covers(Edelbrock). Because the covers were taller, I had to remove the EGR valve and bend … --- ## [Aftermarket backup sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-backup-sensors/75067)
**Author:** [@pattimae](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pattimae)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2013, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-backup-sensors/75067 "2013-11-11T06:05:51Z")
We would like to get a backup sensor for our Chrysler Pacifica. It has a real blind spot when backing up or parallel parking and both my husband and I have had little "incidents" because of this. Whenever I drive this … --- ## [In the market for a new riding mower?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-market-for-a-new-riding-mower/82139)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2013, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-market-for-a-new-riding-mower/82139 "2013-11-11T05:46:32Z")
See what Honda has to offer. http://blog.caranddriver.com/mean-mower-more-like-masochistic-mower-honda-u-k-builds-130-mph-ride-on-mower/ I wonder what it costs? --- ## [Smaller but full spare tire (Michelin 195/60/15) vs. donut spare for Camry 215/60/16 tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smaller-but-full-spare-tire-michelin-195-60-15-vs-donut-spare-for-camry-215-60-16-tire/82157)
**Author:** [@olvolvo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/olvolvo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2013, 5:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smaller-but-full-spare-tire-michelin-195-60-15-vs-donut-spare-for-camry-215-60-16-tire/82157 "2013-11-11T05:35:54Z")
I bought a set of four new Michelin tires (size 195/60/15) three months ago for my 1993(!) Volvo 850 that still runs and I thought would last for a while longer but unfortunately didn't pass inspection and mechanic says … --- ## [No 87 Octane. Filled up with 85 Octane. Lower top speed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-87-octane-filled-up-with-85-octane-lower-top-speed/82182)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2013, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-87-octane-filled-up-with-85-octane-lower-top-speed/82182 "2013-11-10T23:27:40Z")
Transporting blood platelets emergent to a hospital for a patient in trauma surgery. 75 mph Interstate speed limit. On upgrade, attained 85 mph. Had I filled up with 87 octane as Ford owners manual instructs\*, could the… --- ## [Fewer "mass polluters" from oil burning, etc. on the road or so it seems. I am glad but hy is this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fewer-mass-polluters-from-oil-burning-etc-on-the-road-or-so-it-seems-i-am-glad-but-hy-is-this/82112)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2013, 8:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fewer-mass-polluters-from-oil-burning-etc-on-the-road-or-so-it-seems-i-am-glad-but-hy-is-this/82112 "2013-11-10T20:51:05Z")
I have noticed fewer mass polluting vehicles on the road lately and am curious as to why. Getting behind a nasty oil burning smoker was common and I would get behind one at least once per day, often more. These always … --- ## [1974 Chev plow truck 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-chev-plow-truck-4x4/82145)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2013, 9:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-chev-plow-truck-4x4/82145 "2013-11-10T09:20:47Z")
It appears when i put the truck in 4 wheel drive it does not actually go into 4 wheel. It has lock outs and have made sure I put them in 4x4... why would it not go into 4 wheel, as there are no vacuum lines or solenoids… --- ## [Mini me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-me/82156)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2013, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-me/82156 "2013-11-10T00:59:09Z")
Anybody have any information on the new S-10?-Kevin --- ## [Gas Additives are worthless?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-additives-are-worthless/82149)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2013, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-additives-are-worthless/82149 "2013-11-09T18:30:09Z")
I did a search and it seems everybody thinks gas additives are almost useless? --- ## [Jerry Brown: Bring back those old-fashioned floor vents and triangular vent windows and save fuel!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jerry-brown-bring-back-those-old-fashioned-floor-vents-and-triangular-vent-windows-and-save-fuel/82034)
**Author:** [@lavaman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lavaman)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2013, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jerry-brown-bring-back-those-old-fashioned-floor-vents-and-triangular-vent-windows-and-save-fuel/82034 "2013-11-09T03:35:24Z")
Well, I've been waiting for Governor Jerry Brown to answer my email for long enough now. Perhaps it's because I'm not part of his constituency...(I'm from Quebec)...anyway, here's my idea and maybe some Californians wil… --- ## [Rebuild uses oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuild-uses-oil/82118)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2013, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuild-uses-oil/82118 "2013-11-08T20:21:43Z")
I have a 89 22re rebuilt about 6000 miles ago. I just started driving it and it uses a little oil. How much you ask? Hmmm about 1/2 Quart to 1000 miles is a rough guess. Will a rebuild use oil until everything gets brok… --- ## [Gorilla Tape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gorilla-tape/82009)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2013, 9:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gorilla-tape/82009 "2013-11-08T09:16:22Z")
I heard Red Green is going to update to Gorilla Tape............ --- ## [You know your a car guy if](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-know-your-a-car-guy-if/82101)
**Author:** [@meaneyedcatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meaneyedcatz)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2013, 9:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-know-your-a-car-guy-if/82101 "2013-11-08T09:13:28Z")
You stir your coffee with a screwdriver. You wrap your lunch in tin foil and place it on the intake manifold to heat it. You cook your lunch with a oxy/acetylene torch. you......... --- ## [Nissan or Toyota](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-or-toyota/82108)
**Author:** [@Bluesfan111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bluesfan111)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2013, 11:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-or-toyota/82108 "2013-11-07T11:16:19Z")
I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla S with 237000 haven't really had any major problems. I also have a 2005 Nissan Altima SL 3.5 V6 with about 130000. No problems with this one either. I need to get rid of one of them. My plan… --- ## [Need to replace old Buick LeSabre - what to buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-replace-old-buick-lesabre-what-to-buy/82103)
**Author:** [@Buicklover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Buicklover)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2013, 11:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-replace-old-buick-lesabre-what-to-buy/82103 "2013-11-07T11:13:19Z")
Can you recommend a car under $10K to replace my old Buick LeSabre? I like Buicks, but will consider other brands. My ideal next car would be Buick Century. Too bad they stopped making them in 2005. I can’t find any in m… --- ## [I'm terrified of driving on slick, icy roads-any tips?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-terrified-of-driving-on-slick-icy-roads-any-tips/82071)
**Author:** [@Love4Jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Love4Jeep)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2013, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-terrified-of-driving-on-slick-icy-roads-any-tips/82071 "2013-11-07T06:53:07Z")
I live in a suburb of Denver, Colorado, and I'm terrified of driving on slick roads. Even when I go REALLY slow-and I try my best to take it slow on bad roads-I still end up slipping. The car I drive is a 2006 Jeep Com… --- ## [Is my student trying to pull the wool over my eyes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-student-trying-to-pull-the-wool-over-my-eyes/82089)
**Author:** [@skeptical\_professor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skeptical_professor)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2013, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-student-trying-to-pull-the-wool-over-my-eyes/82089 "2013-11-07T00:11:21Z")
I am a university professor. This morning I got an email from a student who claimed that they could not make the midterm this morning because their car "just shut down" on the highway on the way to the exam. When I aske… --- ## [Jeep comanche](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-comanche/82068)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2013, 10:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-comanche/82068 "2013-11-06T10:02:12Z")
why did jeep quit making the comanche pickup. --- ## [Lets do it a little differently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-do-it-a-little-differently/82056)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2013, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-do-it-a-little-differently/82056 "2013-11-05T23:19:38Z")
How come we cant have a hybrid 4wd pickup,with electric drive on the rear and FWD on the front? I can think of several advantages,wish my Dakota had been configured similarly-Kevin [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=299) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=301)