# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=315 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 316 --- ## [Vehicle Perceptions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-perceptions/79691)
**Author:** [@ok4450](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ok4450)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2013, 5:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-perceptions/79691 "2013-06-03T05:14:29Z")
As many of you know, OK has been getting whacked with storms and tornados. Last night on the local news a reporter did a bit from a heavily flooded main street and he was aghast at the number of drivers who for lack of a… --- ## [Let's start another new one: What's the most incompetent repair you've ever seen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-start-another-new-one-whats-the-most-incompetent-repair-youve-ever-seen/79692)
**Author:** [@oblivion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oblivion)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2013, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-start-another-new-one-whats-the-most-incompetent-repair-youve-ever-seen/79692 "2013-06-03T02:44:08Z")
For me, it was with a 1979 Chrysler Newport I bought for a song when I was young and in dire financial straits. Someone had replaced most of the fuses with 30A fuses because... well I have no idea. Idiocy I guess. The… --- ## [Whats the most rigged up repair you have ever seen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-most-rigged-up-repair-you-have-ever-seen/79573)
**Author:** [@WheresRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheresRick)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-most-rigged-up-repair-you-have-ever-seen/79573 "2013-06-02T18:53:30Z")
I have been thinking about many of the half witted repairs I have made and had made to my vehicles over the years and one that comes to mind was this one. I had a 1977 ltd and the ac quit working, something was wrong wi… --- ## [Is this the car of the future?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-the-car-of-the-future/79614)
**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-the-car-of-the-future/79614 "2013-06-02T16:20:33Z")
In its July issue, Consumer Reports presented the results of its road test of the Tesla sedan. It scored 99 out of 100 points on its rating scale--the highest of any car tested to date. It did cite that the range was 2… --- ## [What is the hardest working vehicle on the road?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-hardest-working-vehicle-on-the-road/79588)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-hardest-working-vehicle-on-the-road/79588 "2013-06-02T08:14:47Z")
I was talking to someone about what I thought was the hardest working vehicle on the road. Obviously the typical police cars, taxis, delivery trucks, etc. came up but I was thinking that the garbage truck is the hardest… --- ## [Cargo Van or Cargo Trailer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cargo-van-or-cargo-trailer/79599)
**Author:** [@sandybanandy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandybanandy)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cargo-van-or-cargo-trailer/79599 "2013-06-02T05:11:52Z")
Looking for economical recommendations. My son has a growing antiques business that we are planning to help him expand by getting him to shows in other states (not old enough to drive). This is looking to be a perman… --- ## [Tow my truck with 4 wheels down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tow-my-truck-with-4-wheels-down/79648)
**Author:** [@Train\_man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Train_man)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tow-my-truck-with-4-wheels-down/79648 "2013-06-01T03:33:49Z")
I want to tow my 1998 Ford Ranger, 4x4, automatic with 4 wheels down be hind my motor home. Can it be done? Train man --- ## [Help finding Sheepskin seat cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-finding-sheepskin-seat-cover/79220)
**Author:** [@JamieB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamieB)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-finding-sheepskin-seat-cover/79220 "2013-05-31T22:33:21Z")
Hi all! I am driving from Texas to California this July and was thinking about getting a sheepskin seat cover for my 2012 Hyundai Elantra with cloth seats. I found one at the right price ($79.99) from Costco. The brand i… --- ## [Smog & Register](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smog-register/79642)
**Author:** [@Jennifer\_Mechner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennifer_Mechner)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smog-register/79642 "2013-05-31T07:31:06Z")
I purchased a 78 VW bug from a dealer in NC. I can't get the smog or registration in CA without major engine work at big $. Now I need to sell at a loss but not sure how to sell if I have not done the smog or registrat… --- ## [Keep the Old or buy new](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-the-old-or-buy-new/79527)
**Author:** [@Kathy\_in\_Texas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kathy_in_Texas)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 6:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-the-old-or-buy-new/79527 "2013-05-31T06:32:36Z")
I have a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder and I love it. I bought it in 2006 and it has 156,000 miles on it. I am ready for something and here are the options. Buy another 2002 with low mileage for all the reasons you all know abo… --- ## [Honda Accord 2000 Transmission Gone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2000-transmission-gone/79634)
**Author:** [@Sumi922](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sumi922)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2000-transmission-gone/79634 "2013-05-31T04:52:29Z")
Hi all! I have a question. I have a 2000 Honda and the transmission is GONE! I had it since college and for the last year it's just been sitting in my drive way as my husband swears, one of these days, he's going to fix… --- ## [Move or Sell My Chrysler Cirrus?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/move-or-sell-my-chrysler-cirrus/79643)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/move-or-sell-my-chrysler-cirrus/79643 "2013-05-31T04:46:12Z")
I am the original owner of a 1999 Chrysler Cirrus Lxi with 52,000 miles and am about to make an 1,800 mile move. The car has never had any major issues and is still in great condition, but needs about $600 in general ma… --- ## [One more thing to check off of my bucket list](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-more-thing-to-check-off-of-my-bucket-list/79435)
**Author:** [@DrRocket](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DrRocket)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-more-thing-to-check-off-of-my-bucket-list/79435 "2013-05-31T04:38:57Z")
fulfilling a lifelong dream by attending the Indy 500 this weekend. I've been watching and following this race for a long time, and to actually go and watch life if really exciting. Anyone else here going? --- ## [High/Low beam headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-low-beam-headlights/78824)
**Author:** [@CurtisLow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CurtisLow)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-low-beam-headlights/78824 "2013-05-31T02:32:19Z")
I recently replaced the bulbs for both Low and High beam headlights in my '99 Chevy Blazer. I used Sylvania Xtra Vision bulbs in the low beam and Sylvania Silverlight in the high beam. (The vehicle has composite lamps, … --- ## [Listened to 300 episodes...as Father/sons bonding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/listened-to-300-episodes-as-father-sons-bonding/78459)
**Author:** [@MattOKC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MattOKC)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2013, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/listened-to-300-episodes-as-father-sons-bonding/78459 "2013-05-30T20:37:27Z")
I'm a dad who likes to road trip with my sons. A couple of years ago, I downloaded 300 episodes' worth of Car Talk and introduced my young boys to it. They loved it! Car Talk is what we listen to on road trips together. … --- ## [Gas evaporation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-evaporation/79531)
**Author:** [@matteous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matteous)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2013, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-evaporation/79531 "2013-05-30T01:33:32Z")
Hi, I got a 2002 civic LX 4 door. I really enjoy the gas mileage on this CAR but recently I realized something that I would like to find out what is happening in the gas tank. While I was watching how fast the needle for… --- ## [Torque vs horsepower](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-vs-horsepower/79559)
**Author:** [@flcnplt7X](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flcnplt7X)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2013, 4:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-vs-horsepower/79559 "2013-05-29T04:05:47Z")
I understand both of these separately, however when I read specs how does one tell what is the best ratio between torque and horsepower? Many car companies say, " they have the best torque to HP ratio," but what is reall… --- ## [Pre-owned range rover question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-owned-range-rover-question/79487)
**Author:** [@Aamert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aamert)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2013, 5:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-owned-range-rover-question/79487 "2013-05-28T05:15:23Z")
I am looking to buy a 2006-2007 range rover to function as a family car as we are getting a new member of the family. I am seeing mileage between 78000 and 110000 and price range of $20k - $25k My question to you all is… --- ## [What do you think about Ford's EcoBoost problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-fords-ecoboost-problem/79392)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2013, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-fords-ecoboost-problem/79392 "2013-05-28T04:26:47Z")
Ford's EcoBoost runs rough, stalls, and doesn't get close to the mileage claimed. F-150 buyers paid $2400 more to "upgrade" to the EcoBoost, yet got those unpleasant surprises. And it's all EcoBoost engines, not just t… --- ## [Towing options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-options/79576)
**Author:** [@dodgerr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dodgerr)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2013, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-options/79576 "2013-05-28T04:17:51Z")
I am trying to find information about an adapter for FWD cars that bolts on and works like a lock out hub on the front of a 4x4 truck. I have heard that it once existed and the company has since gone out of business. I… --- ## [Who Killed the Sealed Beam Headlamp?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-killed-the-sealed-beam-headlamp/79474)
**Author:** [@WheresRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheresRick)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2013, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-killed-the-sealed-beam-headlamp/79474 "2013-05-27T22:18:42Z")
I definitely prefer the sealed beam headlights over the modern halogens. Not because of the lighting as much as the plastic lenses they park the halogens behind.The sealed beam being glass never gets hazed over and even … --- ## [What's a gal to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-a-gal-to-do/79254)
**Author:** [@LizNOLA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LizNOLA)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2013, 7:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-a-gal-to-do/79254 "2013-05-27T07:55:52Z")
I have a problem... I have never purchased a car that was newer than 10 years old or cost more than $1500. But, I just retired a debt and got a good job. I am having problems finding the right car. Here are the paramet… --- ## [Arizona Emissions Testing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/arizona-emissions-testing/79553)
**Author:** [@RwG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RwG)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2013, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/arizona-emissions-testing/79553 "2013-05-27T05:38:38Z")
How stringent is the AZ emissions inspections compared to NY ? Have a 12 year old car with over 100K miles. Live in NY and not too sure about this. --- ## [UV block for car windows](https://community.cartalk.com/t/uv-block-for-car-windows/79522)
**Author:** [@jobseeker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jobseeker)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2013, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/uv-block-for-car-windows/79522 "2013-05-27T05:36:09Z")
Is there something that I can self apply without too much skill? I drive all day and have bad sun damage on one side of my face at 30....and a strong family history of skin cancer. Most places I've called want $600 or so… --- ## [Car insurance in France for American tourist](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-insurance-in-france-for-american-tourist/77468)
**Author:** [@brownjeff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brownjeff)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2013, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-insurance-in-france-for-american-tourist/77468 "2013-05-26T20:55:17Z")
Is there a way for an American citizen (living in the US but visiting France) to purchase a 25 year old car in France and get the vehicle insured long enough to get it to a port for export to the US? I've had no luck wi… --- ## [2008 Honda Civic Hybrid - Check Engine Light After Flashing Drive Indicator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-hybrid-check-engine-light-after-flashing-drive-indicator/79542)
**Author:** [@PSUGirl79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PSUGirl79)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2013, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-hybrid-check-engine-light-after-flashing-drive-indicator/79542 "2013-05-26T19:52:44Z")
I have a 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid with 95,000 miles. Today I drove to the top of Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park (this is at about 11,500 feet). At the top I was attempting to parallel park and the tro… --- ## [Sounds like Ford is leaving Australia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sounds-like-ford-is-leaving-australia/79495)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2013, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sounds-like-ford-is-leaving-australia/79495 "2013-05-26T19:40:01Z")
I suppose everyone else knew but I just saw that they will be shutting down both plants in Autralia by 2016. I didn't know they still made the Falcon over there and what looks like a Falcon Ranchero like they used to ha… --- ## [Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester/77273)
**Author:** [@Emjay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Emjay)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2013, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester/77273 "2013-05-26T02:28:35Z")
Hi, Am considering getting a new Subaru Forester, and am debating on whether or not to get the 2013, or wait until the next generation 2014 comes out. I believe it will be out in late March......which isn't too far aw… --- ## [Cures For Interstate Ennui](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cures-for-interstate-ennui/79505)
**Author:** [@Car\_Talk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Car_Talk)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cures-for-interstate-ennui/79505 "2013-05-25T21:50:16Z")
Ah, Memorial Day Weekend. . . the unofficial start of summer. Heading to the beach? Driving to see family? Driving to avoid family? Yeah, you and 313 million of your fellow Americans. \[Traffic jam\]Flickr photo by bu… --- ## [Plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plugs/79518)
**Author:** [@zooka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zooka)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plugs/79518 "2013-05-25T20:19:27Z")
why change plugs when it runs fine? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=314) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=316)