# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=413 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 414 --- ## [Purchasing a car with sleeping requirements](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-a-car-with-sleeping-requirements/59340)
**Author:** [@schedlad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/schedlad)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2011, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-a-car-with-sleeping-requirements/59340 "2011-01-01T13:02:53Z")
I am looking to replace my 1999 Ford Taurus Station Wagon. I teach and do research at a University. As part of my research I go out and collect rocks in rural areas of the United States (few hotels). The best time to … --- ## [Old junkyard photo, can anybody place it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-junkyard-photo-can-anybody-place-it/59207)
**Author:** [@lisasaint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lisasaint)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2010, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-junkyard-photo-can-anybody-place-it/59207 "2010-12-31T22:42:53Z")
This hangs on the wall at Rotary Garage in Augusta ME. The guys at the shop don't know where the photo was taken, do any of you recognize it? It looks like New England with the connected buildings and door/window/roofl… --- ## [Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car/59183)
**Author:** [@chris2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chris2010)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2010, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car/59183 "2010-12-31T21:29:28Z")
looking for a used car and wondering what models or makes of cars are decent and last well over 100,000 miles is the dodge stratus ok i need some ideas, on some that the transmission last well over 100,000 --- ## [The New Way](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-way/59346)
**Author:** [@hjbjfhjvh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hjbjfhjvh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2010, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-way/59346 "2010-12-31T17:32:21Z")
The new smart for life cookie diet has many benefits that make it much better than many other diets out there. Many of the fad diets may/will require you to change the way you eat and live. What makes smart for life cook… --- ## [Must I shield spare key to hide it in 2008 Expedition?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/must-i-shield-spare-key-to-hide-it-in-2008-expedition/59304)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2010, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/must-i-shield-spare-key-to-hide-it-in-2008-expedition/59304 "2010-12-31T14:46:35Z")
During middle of the night emergencies, I am more likely to lose the ignition key. (Actually, anytime since I am so absent-minded.) Can I lock the vehicle with the spare key hidden inside? Can I wrap it in aluminum … --- ## [Is it possible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible/59314)
**Author:** [@MRobertson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MRobertson)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2010, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible/59314 "2010-12-31T13:57:34Z")
You know how in the movies, whenever someone wants to steal a car or is trying to get away, they reach under the dashboard, pull out some wires, do a little connecting and wham! the car starts. Is that possible? And if s… --- ## [New Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/58189)
**Author:** [@dwdrmms](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwdrmms)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2010, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/58189 "2010-12-30T18:35:34Z")
Hi.. I am a graduating senior from high school and i need to find a reliable car to commute to college in. There are a few things that i need in the car. First of all I'm looking for a car with all wheel drive. Also i… --- ## [How to get unstuck from snow!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-get-unstuck-from-snow/59246)
**Author:** [@waterboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waterboy)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2010, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-get-unstuck-from-snow/59246 "2010-12-30T13:07:50Z")
It is that time of the year, did I burn up my tranny after a hundred tries with the tachometer clocking red? Thanks to VDCDriver for the link http://www...shing-bmw/ I should not push my car out while in gear. And of c… --- ## [Thinking of buying a Ford Fpcus - help please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thinking-of-buying-a-ford-fpcus-help-please/59238)
**Author:** [@meowmix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meowmix)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2010, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thinking-of-buying-a-ford-fpcus-help-please/59238 "2010-12-30T03:56:38Z")
Hi all, We're thinking of buying a 2010 or 2011 Ford Focus. Also considering a Ford Fiesta, Honda Civic or Mazda 3. Our prime consideration is safety and handling. Any advice?? Thanks so much in advance! --- ## [Ford to tear down Ecoboost test engine live](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-to-tear-down-ecoboost-test-engine-live/59264)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2010, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-to-tear-down-ecoboost-test-engine-live/59264 "2010-12-30T03:43:02Z")
http://www...during-de/ During the Detroit auto show, Ford will be tearing down it's Ecoboost engine out of an F-150 they used in a series of challenges. It towed 11,300 pounds for 24 hours straight, raced in a baja … --- ## [Thinking about buying 2010 Honda Civic - please advise!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thinking-about-buying-2010-honda-civic-please-advise/59298)
**Author:** [@meowmix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meowmix)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2010, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thinking-about-buying-2010-honda-civic-please-advise/59298 "2010-12-30T03:03:37Z")
Hi all, First, a great thank you to everyone who responded to my previous message about the Ford Focus. My family is now deciding between the Honda Civic 2010 and the Ford Focus 2010. Our priorities are safety and go… --- ## [Using Auto Transmission as Brake at Stop Light on a Hill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-auto-transmission-as-brake-at-stop-light-on-a-hill/59258)
**Author:** [@Mountfujiman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mountfujiman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2010, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-auto-transmission-as-brake-at-stop-light-on-a-hill/59258 "2010-12-30T00:51:49Z")
Hi Guys, A friend of mine has a 2009 Porsche Cayenne S. Recently, she drove up a hilly road to a red light. Rather than step on the brake, she continued to lightly engage the accelerator which caused the automatic… --- ## [How are you teaching your children to drive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-are-you-teaching-your-children-to-drive/59286)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_E\_Meehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_E_Meehan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2010, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-are-you-teaching-your-children-to-drive/59286 "2010-12-29T23:51:51Z")
I was driving home today when I noticed a van right behind me. A woman was driving and using her cell phone in heavy local traffic. I was worried about her driving but.. What was she teaching the young man (… --- ## [Install AWD rearend in Grand Caravan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/install-awd-rearend-in-grand-caravan/59170)
**Author:** [@GaryBlessington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryBlessington)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2010, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/install-awd-rearend-in-grand-caravan/59170 "2010-12-29T19:44:15Z")
Can find this info NOWHERE. - Can you help please? - I have a 98 Grand Caravan WITHOUT all wheel drive (AWD). Can i install AWD in my existing van ? - I just want to replace my existing rearend with an AWD rear end. I do… --- ## [Estimate Hauling Power on "Customs"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/estimate-hauling-power-on-customs/59167)
**Author:** [@ChevyC60](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChevyC60)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2010, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/estimate-hauling-power-on-customs/59167 "2010-12-28T19:53:11Z")
I am attempting to estimate the new hauling capabilities of my customized Chevy C60 truck. It originally was considered a "Two-Ton" equipped with a Chevy 366hp engine and a GVW of 18,000lbs. I now have a new Chevy 454 … --- ## [Interested in buying dodge neon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interested-in-buying-dodge-neon/59165)
**Author:** [@chris2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chris2010)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2010, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interested-in-buying-dodge-neon/59165 "2010-12-28T18:26:09Z")
im thinking of buying a used dodge neon year 2000 or newer, ive never owned a dodge before and am wondering is it worth buying this car used with mileage 100,000 to 140,000 or with the engine or tranny quit before 200,0… --- ## [General Discussion?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/general-discussion/59162)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2010, 5:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/general-discussion/59162 "2010-12-28T05:53:36Z")
I have to wonder if turning your heat down when you leave home really saves much ..if anything as the heater runs that much harder to get it back up to temp. I realize theres probably some math involved here and an ideal… --- ## [What is this car called?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-car-called/59154)
**Author:** [@samsoonie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samsoonie)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2010, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-car-called/59154 "2010-12-28T04:09:40Z")
I'm just curious to know what is this car called: http://img...m01083.jpg http://img...010832.jpg Photo taken June 2010 in Taipei, Taiwan --- ## [Vehicle for three kid carseats and snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-for-three-kid-carseats-and-snow/59166)
**Author:** [@jenkinsdjbuti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jenkinsdjbuti)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2010, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-for-three-kid-carseats-and-snow/59166 "2010-12-27T14:29:15Z")
We're expecting #3, and have two other little ones in carseats. We live in the snowy Midwest, and are looking at minivans/vehicles that would provide room for all of us (and Grandma), great traction,fantastic safety rat… --- ## [Commuter Car that doesnt wear out driver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/commuter-car-that-doesnt-wear-out-driver/59130)
**Author:** [@Petepat1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Petepat1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/commuter-car-that-doesnt-wear-out-driver/59130 "2010-12-26T23:35:33Z")
Does anyone have a great commuter car ( read as 25 mpg average mixed driving ) that can also take a fold up wheel chair in the trunk, ( daughter ) that doesnt wear out the man who spends 70 minutes a day in it. I really … --- ## [Good first car for 68 year old female stroke survivor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-first-car-for-68-year-old-female-stroke-survivor/59074)
**Author:** [@susanvaron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susanvaron)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2010, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-first-car-for-68-year-old-female-stroke-survivor/59074 "2010-12-25T19:19:06Z")
I have a license and have driven cars prior to my stroke in 1989 but have never had the responsibility of owning one... and all my car info is 40 years out of date. I am thinking USED. --- ## [Converting an old (1987) Ford pickup to run on butane gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-an-old-1987-ford-pickup-to-run-on-butane-gas/59034)
**Author:** [@njgarcia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njgarcia)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2010, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-an-old-1987-ford-pickup-to-run-on-butane-gas/59034 "2010-12-25T18:02:28Z")
Years ago, 1976 or so, I picked up a set of instruction to convert a gasoline engine to run on butane gas. Is this safe? I keep thinking about having a tank of highly explosive gas up against the back of my cabin. Also, … --- ## [Camaro question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camaro-question/59021)
**Author:** [@chevyboy91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chevyboy91)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2010, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camaro-question/59021 "2010-12-24T16:27:10Z")
is it illegal to run a straight pipe on a 1991 camaro v6 3.1 ? because i read on the internet somewhere that its legal when the car is over 1989 can someone help me --- ## [I hate china crap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hate-china-crap/58528)
**Author:** [@waterboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waterboy)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2010, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hate-china-crap/58528 "2010-12-24T15:43:57Z")
Sure it is Christmas light related, and sure I have trouble going to any store and finding anything that was not made in china. OK 3 more strings of lights crapped out after 1 use last year, like I have the right box and… --- ## [IPhone SmyPhone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iphone-smyphone/59095)
**Author:** [@minnerd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/minnerd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2010, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iphone-smyphone/59095 "2010-12-24T01:59:06Z")
Some of us, your most devoted listeners, live where there is no iPhone service. How about an app for BlackBerry? --- ## [Whats the difference between 4.0. and 4.0 H.O](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-difference-between-4-0-and-4-0-h-o/59109)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2010, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-difference-between-4-0-and-4-0-h-o/59109 "2010-12-23T23:42:39Z")
Jeep has 4.0 and 4.0 H.O. What are the mechanical differences. Horse power? --- ## [Correction: 1998-2003 Windstar Van Fatalities](https://community.cartalk.com/t/correction-1998-2003-windstar-van-fatalities/59027)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2010, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/correction-1998-2003-windstar-van-fatalities/59027 "2010-12-23T23:13:47Z")
http://abc...d=12452339 --- ## [Dry gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dry-gas/58966)
**Author:** [@pieman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pieman)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2010, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dry-gas/58966 "2010-12-23T18:13:53Z")
Is dry gas still necessary? As most of our gas is 10% ethanol. --- ## [1989-2000 Ford Windstar Van Fatalities!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-2000-ford-windstar-van-fatalities/59026)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2010, 6:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-2000-ford-windstar-van-fatalities/59026 "2010-12-23T06:59:25Z")
I was unaware of this and thought it a good idea to make others aware. The axles are breaking and causing fatalities. Spread the word --- ## [Golf 2.5i or TDI?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/golf-2-5i-or-tdi/58975)
**Author:** [@ayready](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ayready)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/golf-2-5i-or-tdi/58975 "2010-12-22T23:52:12Z")
Is TDI worthy the extra 3k bucks in the long run (7-10 years)? I test-drived a VW Golf 2.5 and loved it. However, the housepower is modest and MPG is poor. Should I go for the TDI version? Is it economically sound a… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=412) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=414)