# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=319 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 320 --- ## [REALLY Test Driving a new car vs. polite test driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-test-driving-a-new-car-vs-polite-test-driving/78842)
**Author:** [@HondaGuy70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaGuy70)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2013, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-test-driving-a-new-car-vs-polite-test-driving/78842 "2013-04-27T16:00:02Z")
When you test drive a car, what special things do you check for that normally most people don't? Most people test-drive politely around the neighboring streets for 15 minutes. What else should they be doing on a tes… --- ## [Moving to Aspen - Do I need a AWD/4WD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-to-aspen-do-i-need-a-awd-4wd/78918)
**Author:** [@ColoradoBound2013](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColoradoBound2013)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2013, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-to-aspen-do-i-need-a-awd-4wd/78918 "2013-04-27T03:55:16Z")
About 18 months ago I bought a 2011 Toyota RAV4 and opted for the FWD model, since I live in DC and didn't have a need for the 4x4 option. Well, I'm about to accept a job that's located in Aspen, Colorado (!), and am not… --- ## [307 crank+350 block= 327?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/307-crank-350-block-327/78941)
**Author:** [@payneschroed96](https://community.cartalk.com/u/payneschroed96)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/307-crank-350-block-327/78941 "2013-04-26T21:01:42Z")
i have a 307 crank and a 350 block, and from what i have heard from people online i could make a 327 small block. I am a hobby stock driver for IMCA and i have found that a 327 or a 289 would be a perfect motor for a dir… --- ## [Confirmed: Car Pollution Can Cause Asthma In Kids, As Bad As Second-Hand Smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confirmed-car-pollution-can-cause-asthma-in-kids-as-bad-as-second-hand-smoke/78176)
**Author:** [@local\_yokel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/local_yokel)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confirmed-car-pollution-can-cause-asthma-in-kids-as-bad-as-second-hand-smoke/78176 "2013-04-26T19:32:42Z")
http://www.theatlanticcities.com/arts-and-lifestyle/2013/03/car-exhaust-hurts-children-much-second-hand-smoke/5060/ I wonder if this will receive all the hoopla that second-hand smoke did. How about banning car commerci… --- ## [Ignition coil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coil/78924)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coil/78924 "2013-04-26T18:16:49Z")
what are the signs of a bad ignition coil. --- ## [Cheap E85](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-e85/78908)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 8:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-e85/78908 "2013-04-26T08:24:39Z")
Local dealers are selling E85 for $1.20 below gas prices to gauge whether price alone will increase sales? Really? You think? They are going to than sell it for $1 less, than 0.80 less and 0.60 less. You think they will … --- ## [Overfilled oil caused starter to fry out Cummins turbodiesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overfilled-oil-caused-starter-to-fry-out-cummins-turbodiesel/78855)
**Author:** [@Jo\_Sierra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jo_Sierra)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overfilled-oil-caused-starter-to-fry-out-cummins-turbodiesel/78855 "2013-04-26T04:27:52Z")
My husband recently had the oil changed in our 1999 Dodge Ram truck by a popular national lube chain. The truck started, albeit very sluggishly, and he brought it home. The next day it wouldn't start at all. Came to find… --- ## [A Big Milestone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-big-milestone/78783)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-big-milestone/78783 "2013-04-26T04:26:37Z")
Ford just built it's 1,000,000th Mustang on Wednesday, April 17, 2013. That's amazing. Especially when you consider the Mustang II, well Mustang -2. I'm glad they found the right path and started producing good pony c… --- ## [Quandry: Car Shopping-Need Suggestions/Advice!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quandry-car-shopping-need-suggestions-advice/78840)
**Author:** [@cmn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cmn)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quandry-car-shopping-need-suggestions-advice/78840 "2013-04-26T02:38:18Z")
Have a 98 Subaru Outback that I will be replacing (live in Colorado). Have driven and loved the car for 13 years. Would love a "sportier" car, but also have decent ground clearance, good in snow and dirt roads for hikes… --- ## [Fill gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fill-gas-tank/78109)
**Author:** [@Fred1940](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fred1940)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fill-gas-tank/78109 "2013-04-25T20:01:27Z")
Having trouble filling gas tank, the pump nozzle keeps cutting off. Have to fill by dribbling the fuel in until filled. Anyone know what the problem might be? --- ## [Honda Civic Models--2001-2005](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-models-2001-2005/78925)
**Author:** [@mleich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mleich)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-models-2001-2005/78925 "2013-04-25T17:32:02Z")
Honda Civic 2001 through 2005. It is my understanding that the DX/VP model was 4-door only. Is this true or was there a DX/VP 2-door? (I am having trouble finding/identifying body parts from certain vendors). (VP = V… --- ## [Fisker: R.I.P](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fisker-r-i-p/78878)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fisker-r-i-p/78878 "2013-04-25T17:21:50Z")
It looks like Americans are not quite ready for $100,000 electric cars... http://news.yahoo.com/energy-dept-seizes-21m-electric-car-maker-225843009--politics.html --- ## [Earlier I posted about a 98 Dodge 4x4 where I could not shift the transfer case](https://community.cartalk.com/t/earlier-i-posted-about-a-98-dodge-4x4-where-i-could-not-shift-the-transfer-case/78890)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 8:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/earlier-i-posted-about-a-98-dodge-4x4-where-i-could-not-shift-the-transfer-case/78890 "2013-04-25T08:12:40Z")
i purchased this truck like this and was told that the guy who had it got stuck. Trying to get it out he did something to the transfer case so the transfer case shifter is solid. I disconnected the rod (just one shift … --- ## [2008 BMW 550i](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-550i/78874)
**Author:** [@JoeBoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeBoy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 6:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-550i/78874 "2013-04-25T06:14:25Z")
I have a 2008 BMW 550i with 62,000 miles and extended BMW warranty until February, 2014. I love the car, and would like to keep it….when warranty runs out, I will probably have about 72,000 miles on it. Am trying to de… --- ## [Driving on steep island roads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-on-steep-island-roads/78882)
**Author:** [@Sweet\_Life](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sweet_Life)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-on-steep-island-roads/78882 "2013-04-25T05:50:07Z")
I recently moved to a place in the caribbean that has very steep paved & unpaved roads, lots of potholes. I have a 2002 Chevy blazer, has 4wd, hi & low (not automatic 4wd). What is the best way to drive these roads? Som… --- ## [2012 Honda Civic....auto](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-auto/78903)
**Author:** [@Steady\_Ed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steady_Ed)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-auto/78903 "2013-04-25T05:45:22Z")
I am quite satisfied with this Civic that CR didn't recommend. However, my concern is with a sound I hear everytime I back out of my driveway. While backing, I turn the wheel to the left or right and I hear a one second… --- ## [Rack an pinion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-an-pinion/78910)
**Author:** [@Ronny\_Speir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronny_Speir)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2013, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-an-pinion/78910 "2013-04-25T04:26:43Z")
I just had my oil changed and was told that my rack an pinion was leaking also my valve cover leaked I had the gasket change about a year ago an the leak is so slight it wont even show up in my dip stick, is it possible … --- ## [1997 Chevrolet Lumina car 4 door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-lumina-car-4-door/78889)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2013, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-lumina-car-4-door/78889 "2013-04-24T21:21:30Z")
Driver's side strut makes noise, been told by a mechanic it is nothing to worry about just the rubber mount on the strut. Makes noise when accelerating from a dead stop or sometimes turning. It is not a metalic sound. … --- ## [Registering a car/ sales tax](https://community.cartalk.com/t/registering-a-car-sales-tax/78881)
**Author:** [@honeybadgerdonegivea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honeybadgerdonegivea)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2013, 5:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/registering-a-car-sales-tax/78881 "2013-04-24T05:31:02Z")
I am very confused, so if someone can answer my questions SIMPLY, I would be forever grateful. We are an active duty military family who recently purchased a car in Georgia, our home address is still listed as Colorado.… --- ## [1970 chevelle 454](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-chevelle-454/78886)
**Author:** [@1970\_chevelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1970_chevelle)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2013, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-chevelle-454/78886 "2013-04-24T05:28:26Z")
I HAVE AN AFTER MARKET NON VENTED GAS TANK. I HAVE TRIED SEVERAL KINDS OF GAS CAPS BOTH VENTED AND NON VENTED. I HAVE PRESSURE BUILD UP IN THE TANK OR I GET FUEL SPILLING OUT OF THE CAP WHEN I EXCELLERATE HARD. HAS ANYON… --- ## [Anti Lock warning 1991 Honda Prelude](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anti-lock-warning-1991-honda-prelude/78830)
**Author:** [@sparks\_959](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sparks_959)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2013, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anti-lock-warning-1991-honda-prelude/78830 "2013-04-23T21:28:18Z")
My anti lock warning comes on after 1 mile of driving. If I test the anti lock on ice during the first mile the system works fine, around 1 mile the lamp lights. Any ideas ? --- ## [Dodge Journey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-journey/78870)
**Author:** [@Paul\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul_B)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2013, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-journey/78870 "2013-04-23T19:36:10Z")
Considering buying a new 2013 4 cylinder version due to attractive pricing. Drove it and seemed fine to me though reviewers are calling it underpowered and recommend the 6 cylinder. Any reason other than personal prefe… --- ## [Car selection advice needed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-selection-advice-needed/78710)
**Author:** [@kmccon3561](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccon3561)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2013, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-selection-advice-needed/78710 "2013-04-23T04:01:04Z")
I am a 4' 11'' female and have a hard time seeing over the steering wheel on most cars. I usually have to look in between the steering wheel and the dash. And, with the dashes being designed as a humped up type, that m… --- ## [Mice love our Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mice-love-our-prius/77766)
**Author:** [@Hybrid1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hybrid1)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2013, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mice-love-our-prius/77766 "2013-04-22T23:13:48Z")
We have a 2009 Prius and the only complaint we have about it is that mice get in on a regular basis. We have removed a mouse nest from the glove compartment and the dealer has removed a huge nest that was on the filter t… --- ## ['76 Corvette, '85 Civic Shuttle/Wagonvan, or '40's era Jeep Willies - which would you fix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/76-corvette-85-civic-shuttle-wagonvan-or-40s-era-jeep-willies-which-would-you-fix/78810)
**Author:** [@Mangaboo2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mangaboo2)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2013, 9:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/76-corvette-85-civic-shuttle-wagonvan-or-40s-era-jeep-willies-which-would-you-fix/78810 "2013-04-22T09:01:20Z")
I have all three - dead - cars above. My husband wants to restore the Corvette (t-top). I want to restore the Jeep Willies flatbed truck (with a SuperHurricane 6 engine, I might add). The Civic is only in the running … --- ## [Question about tire pressure and why OEM states that it needs to be set at 50 PSI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-tire-pressure-and-why-oem-states-that-it-needs-to-be-set-at-50-psi/75651)
**Author:** [@sjd181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjd181)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2013, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-tire-pressure-and-why-oem-states-that-it-needs-to-be-set-at-50-psi/75651 "2013-04-22T03:56:48Z")
Ok this question has been on my mind... In all my years I have had a number of vehicles - and all of them have had P-Metric tires. With that being said, the sticker on the door frame has always called for a cold press… --- ## [Ford Fiesta 2013-Problems going from dead stop to 1st gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fiesta-2013-problems-going-from-dead-stop-to-1st-gear/78790)
**Author:** [@MyFunkyFiesta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MyFunkyFiesta)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2013, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fiesta-2013-problems-going-from-dead-stop-to-1st-gear/78790 "2013-04-22T03:23:18Z")
I have a new 2013 Ford Fiesta with less than 2000 miles on it. While I am at a stop sign, I step on the gas, and the car does not go immediately. It feels like my foot slips off the gas pedal, although I know that is n… --- ## [2001 Pt Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pt-cruiser/78841)
**Author:** [@NickyJo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NickyJo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2013, 2:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pt-cruiser/78841 "2013-04-22T02:49:44Z")
I just opened the sun roof of my 2001 Pt Cruiser and now it won't close. Help --- ## [About to purchase my first car need some advice/input](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-to-purchase-my-first-car-need-some-advice-input/78745)
**Author:** [@Cpenney26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cpenney26)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2013, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-to-purchase-my-first-car-need-some-advice-input/78745 "2013-04-22T02:37:53Z")
So as the title says I am about to purchase my first car in the next month or so and I would like some opinions and input on various things. I'll start off by saying that I am 26 year old male and am only now about to ge… --- ## [2011 saab 9-5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-saab-9-5/76961)
**Author:** [@brisco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brisco)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2013, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-saab-9-5/76961 "2013-04-21T20:52:39Z")
Should i have any major concerns about buying a new 2011 9-5 Saab (decent price) - no warranty - availability of parts going forward. We have had good luck with a 13 year old Saab that is still running and liked all feat… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=318) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=320)