# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=391 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 392 --- ## [Obscured license plates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obscured-license-plates/65362)
**Author:** [@adamskj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adamskj)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2011, 11:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obscured-license-plates/65362 "2011-06-19T11:17:25Z")
Anyone know the laws on license plate frames, stickers, covers, etc. in various states? It's always bugged me that SO many cars on the road have something other than four small bolts on them. I found the law when I was… --- ## [Looking for specific decal...(anyone from Seattle, help me out)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-specific-decal-anyone-from-seattle-help-me-out/65523)
**Author:** [@rationaljoey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rationaljoey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2011, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-specific-decal-anyone-from-seattle-help-me-out/65523 "2011-06-19T07:17:59Z")
I'm looking for a decal I've seen on a number of cars in the Seattle, Washington area in the past few months. It's an outline of the Seattle skyline, Space Needle included, in white. It's not very big, maybe 8 inches to … --- ## [Travel trailer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/travel-trailer/65433)
**Author:** [@stevenmcds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevenmcds)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2011, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/travel-trailer/65433 "2011-06-19T04:35:05Z")
Would Like to find out if my 95 ford f150 5.0 ltr will toll a 29 ft travel trailer and how will it handle the load traveling from Boise,id to Yellowstone --- ## [What did they do before?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-did-they-do-before/65352)
**Author:** [@meaneyedcatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meaneyedcatz)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2011, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-did-they-do-before/65352 "2011-06-19T02:22:19Z")
Any history buffs out there? I am and I love automotive history. I find it interesting what vehicle manufacturers/founders did before they made vehicles. The Dodge brothers made engines for Henry Ford Pierce-Arrow m… --- ## [Which 2007 Mazda CX 7 should I buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-2007-mazda-cx-7-should-i-buy/65398)
**Author:** [@Marciamagah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marciamagah)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2011, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-2007-mazda-cx-7-should-i-buy/65398 "2011-06-18T20:13:01Z")
I'm about to buy a 2007 Mazda CX 7 tomorrow. I have two options and they are the same price: 1st (my favorite)has 58k miles, navigation system, rear camera and it's a 4wd, 2nd has 18k miles, no technology package and it'… --- ## [Hybrids are BOOOOOGUS - Math Challenge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrids-are-booooogus-math-challenge/65018)
**Author:** [@sleepy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sleepy)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2011, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrids-are-booooogus-math-challenge/65018 "2011-06-18T14:53:32Z")
So I got into a slight argument with a math challenged hybrid owner today, The argument was due to the fact that I observed that the payback on owning a hybrid is in the smugness the driver gets to exude since the cost o… --- ## [Hitching a Honda](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hitching-a-honda/65437)
**Author:** [@shoshannanicole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shoshannanicole)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2011, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hitching-a-honda/65437 "2011-06-18T03:24:16Z")
I'm planning on moving to Raleigh, North Carolina this summer and would like to hitch a trailer onto my Honda Accord. It is a V6 & I've read online that as long as it's not pulling more than 1,000 lbs or so will be fine… --- ## [Blinding bright tail/ brake lights... super bright LED's too bright?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinding-bright-tail-brake-lights-super-bright-leds-too-bright/65432)
**Author:** [@Bozco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bozco)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2011, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinding-bright-tail-brake-lights-super-bright-leds-too-bright/65432 "2011-06-17T16:50:54Z")
A lot of new cars have super bright LED brake lights. I think some are too bright, and after sitting behind some cars at stop lights, they leave me seeing spots like a flash bulb went off in my face. How bright can brake… --- ## [Caddyman, Did You See The "Last Review" Of The Grand Marquis ? It's Kind Of Sad, Really](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caddyman-did-you-see-the-last-review-of-the-grand-marquis-its-kind-of-sad-really/65356)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2011, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caddyman-did-you-see-the-last-review-of-the-grand-marquis-its-kind-of-sad-really/65356 "2011-06-17T02:23:53Z")
Scott Burgess from The Detroit News took a ride in one of the last of a fading Mercury model - a 2010 Grand Marquis and gave his impression. It is sad, but as Scott points out, "The Mercury Grand Marquis might have be… --- ## [Car Keying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-keying/65488)
**Author:** [@Connie42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connie42)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2011, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-keying/65488 "2011-06-16T22:51:12Z")
My three cars were keyed last night. Should I file a police report? --- ## [To tow or not to tow (and ship instead)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-tow-or-not-to-tow-and-ship-instead/65442)
**Author:** [@sproutcar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sproutcar)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2011, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-tow-or-not-to-tow-and-ship-instead/65442 "2011-06-16T13:41:00Z")
I have a 2000 2-door Honda civic that I need to get from the East Coast to the Pacific Northwest. My questions are: 1) Which will do more damage to the car, towing a small trailer or being towed behind a Uhaul truck? … --- ## [Mitsubishi Outlander](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-outlander/65455)
**Author:** [@Isophorone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Isophorone)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2011, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-outlander/65455 "2011-06-16T12:35:22Z")
My wife and I are looking at replacing an old Saturn wagon. We are focusing on getting something like a small SUV, 2WD, 4-cylinder, late model for us and our two (growing) children. Besides the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V,… --- ## [We need your help: Send us your questions about Car Sharing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/we-need-your-help-send-us-your-questions-about-car-sharing/65317)
**Author:** [@jrweblackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jrweblackey)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2011, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/we-need-your-help-send-us-your-questions-about-car-sharing/65317 "2011-06-16T02:03:14Z")
Hello Car Talk Community! We're working on a feature for the website about car sharing services. We want to explain what they are, how they work, and why people use them (or don't). But we need your help. What questi… --- ## [Ethanol](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol/64711)
**Author:** [@GingerClark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GingerClark)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2011, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol/64711 "2011-06-15T15:38:27Z")
This isn't really a car question but some of you probably know the answer. I used ethanol gas on our new Sears Craftsman lawn mower twice (it already had some gas in it, but I like to top it off before mowing instead of … --- ## [Why are manual trans so hard to find?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-manual-trans-so-hard-to-find/65420)
**Author:** [@tuckpesco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tuckpesco)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2011, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-manual-trans-so-hard-to-find/65420 "2011-06-15T04:21:41Z")
Okay, I get it that most people don't know how to or don't want to drive manual anymore. But I really like it. I feel like I'm more more in control of the car (it may be imaginary, but whatever). I also like that its che… --- ## [Now have 2 vehicles after death of daughter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-have-2-vehicles-after-death-of-daughter/65064)
**Author:** [@lelairene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lelairene)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2011, 2:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-have-2-vehicles-after-death-of-daughter/65064 "2011-06-15T02:25:01Z")
Here's my situation. My daughter recently died unexpectedly, leaving me with the vehicle she drove.I need advice on what I should do with:1. A 2005 Nissian Altima 2.5S 4 cyl. with 41,584 miles; is paid for; has 3-month-o… --- ## [Need "new" car advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-new-car-advice/65454)
**Author:** [@DaddyZeus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaddyZeus)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2011, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-new-car-advice/65454 "2011-06-15T00:25:11Z")
Here's the setup: We live in a downtown area in the northeast (Boston-ish). We have one car, a 2009 RAV4, which is plenty big enough for the family, including 2 small kids. I currently take public transportation into t… --- ## [Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires/65312)
**Author:** [@Greycar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greycar)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2011, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires/65312 "2011-06-14T23:34:22Z")
I was looking at the Chevy Traverse and wanted to know if there are any advantages or disadvantages to the 20 inch wheels --- ## [What is the best car for a short person?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-best-car-for-a-short-person/65306)
**Author:** [@noellesmoot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noellesmoot)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2011, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-best-car-for-a-short-person/65306 "2011-06-14T23:17:04Z")
I'm 5'2" tall and my parents and I are currently looking for my first car. We want something raised up, like a van or SUV, with plenty of windows so I can see. I only plan to use this car around town to go to school and … --- ## [2007 civic runs rough in the rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-civic-runs-rough-in-the-rain/65328)
**Author:** [@ccolonna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccolonna)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2011, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-civic-runs-rough-in-the-rain/65328 "2011-06-14T23:06:27Z")
I just drove home in a heavy rain and I noticed that the engine was getting a little loud at times. It seemed to be at low RPMs and when I punched the gas a little harder, it went away. It was hard to hear clearly thro… --- ## [What SUV to pull a camper trailer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-suv-to-pull-a-camper-trailer/64768)
**Author:** [@Thatguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thatguy)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2011, 10:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-suv-to-pull-a-camper-trailer/64768 "2011-06-14T10:29:54Z")
Hi, Recently acquired a nice 17' camper trailer from the mother in law, not sure what we need to pull it. I tend to stick to smaller cars when possible and I want to avoid over-buying an SUV to pull this thing. The … --- ## [Best cars under $5000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-cars-under-5000/65204)
**Author:** [@Tracy1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tracy1)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2011, 7:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-cars-under-5000/65204 "2011-06-14T07:55:58Z")
What would you recommend that we buy? Is buying at Car Max a good idea? The trade-in value for our SAAB stationwagon is about $5000. We need a reliable car for the suburbs with decent gas mileage. My husband is tall so… --- ## [Podcast episode discussing the California automobile lemon law](https://community.cartalk.com/t/podcast-episode-discussing-the-california-automobile-lemon-law/65424)
**Author:** [@ThurstonBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThurstonBT)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/podcast-episode-discussing-the-california-automobile-lemon-law/65424 "2011-06-13T22:55:54Z")
I call to your attention this podcast episode from the Bar Association of California that discusses the California automobile lemon law -- http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/2/510278/137073693/KALW\_… --- ## [I can live without the top whatever posters, but really miss the ability to rate a post!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-can-live-without-the-top-whatever-posters-but-really-miss-the-ability-to-rate-a-post/65378)
**Author:** [@waterboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waterboy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-can-live-without-the-top-whatever-posters-but-really-miss-the-ability-to-rate-a-post/65378 "2011-06-13T18:04:16Z")
If your with me on this post a reply and maybe the web lackeys can get it going! --- ## [1970 GTO info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-gto-info/65302)
**Author:** [@slthigpen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slthigpen)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-gto-info/65302 "2011-06-13T14:56:38Z")
I have a 1970 Pontiac GTO that i am restoring. It has the original matching numbers YS Code 400 HO engine. When I got it a few months back, it sounded pretty rough. We removed a valve cover and found a bent push rod. At … --- ## [Should I take my 2003 VW Golf car to Germany?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-take-my-2003-vw-golf-car-to-germany/49212)
**Author:** [@Christa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christa)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 10:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-take-my-2003-vw-golf-car-to-germany/49212 "2011-06-13T10:50:01Z")
I have a 2003 Golf Diesel and the car in in very good condition since my husband is taking very good care of it. I absolutely love this car. However, we want to move to Germany in 3-4 Years and would like to take a car w… --- ## [Need advice: 2001 Volvo v70 wagon vs. 1994 Chevy Suburban](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-2001-volvo-v70-wagon-vs-1994-chevy-suburban/65322)
**Author:** [@ejplantain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ejplantain)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-2001-volvo-v70-wagon-vs-1994-chevy-suburban/65322 "2011-06-13T01:32:17Z")
Hi everyone, I'm looking for some advice on a car buying decision, and I'm hoping you can help me. My husband and I currently have 2 cars- a 2005 Nissan Altima (35k miles) and a 2001 Volvo V70 wagon (120k miles). Bot… --- ## [Problems with squirrels & my Xterra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-squirrels-my-xterra/65394)
**Author:** [@Tangerwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tangerwest)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-squirrels-my-xterra/65394 "2011-06-13T01:29:01Z")
So I drive my Nissan Xterra every day, 20+ miles or so & I've been having squirrels build nests under my Xterra's hood. There are two other cars that park out in our driveway OUTSIDE that have never had problems with squ… --- ## [Need to buy a new (for me) car .... thinking about a Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-buy-a-new-for-me-car-thinking-about-a-subaru-impreza/65250)
**Author:** [@xcskier99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xcskier99)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2011, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-buy-a-new-for-me-car-thinking-about-a-subaru-impreza/65250 "2011-06-12T17:40:35Z")
Friday night at 3AM andrunk driver pretty much totaled (or it looks like it) my 2004 Mazda 3 with 92,000 miles on it. The good news is that I was sleeping and no one was injured. I like the Mazda and other than a fe… --- ## [Need advice - keep it or sell it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-keep-it-or-sell-it/65329)
**Author:** [@oldoutbackowner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldoutbackowner)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2011, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-keep-it-or-sell-it/65329 "2011-06-12T03:49:14Z")
I currently own a 1996 Subaru Outback - I bought it new 15 years ago, and it has only 92,000 miles on it. (I don't drive a lot.) But, as is the case with all things, it isn't as young as it used to be; it has started ha… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=390) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=392)