# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=414 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 415 --- ## [How a engine works](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-a-engine-works/59050)
**Author:** [@automechanic1993](https://community.cartalk.com/u/automechanic1993)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-a-engine-works/59050 "2010-12-22T21:31:06Z")
there are 4 strokes of a engine intake compression power and exhaust. and it needs 3 things to run air fuel spark. intake stroke- sucks in air and fuel. compression stroke- it compresses the fuel and air mixture. p… --- ## [Whats the best way to become a mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-way-to-become-a-mechanic/58856)
**Author:** [@nerdnic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nerdnic)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-way-to-become-a-mechanic/58856 "2010-12-22T21:02:09Z")
I mean specifically, if you think you could really enjoy working with your hands and the problem solving aspect of it, you were always good in math, are you supposed to go to one of those tech colleges? and if so, which… --- ## [JanetPA's transcontinental inquiry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/janetpas-transcontinental-inquiry/59042)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/janetpas-transcontinental-inquiry/59042 "2010-12-22T16:13:18Z")
If JanetPA drops in again please advise us on the results of the proposed journey. --- ## [Converting an old (1987](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-an-old-1987/59033)
**Author:** [@njgarcia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njgarcia)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 7:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-an-old-1987/59033 "2010-12-22T07:48:16Z")
--- ## [Woman Jailed For Fatal Crash Wants Very Early Release](https://community.cartalk.com/t/woman-jailed-for-fatal-crash-wants-very-early-release/58194)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2010, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/woman-jailed-for-fatal-crash-wants-very-early-release/58194 "2010-12-22T01:22:18Z")
http://www...etail.html Can you imagine what kind of unmitigated gall it takes to ask for clemency after serving two years for murdering someone? The son of the victim is a friend of mine. I wish I could be at… --- ## [Removed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removed/59011)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removed/59011 "2010-12-21T22:39:07Z")
i posted a cleaner for a car/ AtmosKlear Odorless Odor Eliminator. It was removed. Can anybody tell me why? Am i breaking some rule? --- ## [Need help Identifying these cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-identifying-these-cars/58982)
**Author:** [@dwaddsy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwaddsy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-identifying-these-cars/58982 "2010-12-21T21:43:56Z")
Hello Everyone I was wondering if you could help me identify these cars? well i notice that there is no option to add pictures.... --- ## [Strange Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-cars/59008)
**Author:** [@javawizard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/javawizard)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-cars/59008 "2010-12-21T21:00:53Z")
I've posted pictures of some of the strangest cars ever at www.odd50.com - Enjoy! If you have any suggestions for cars to add, let me know. - Jeff --- ## [Car Names!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-names/58893)
**Author:** [@ShiftKicker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShiftKicker)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-names/58893 "2010-12-21T19:20:55Z")
I like to think of names for cars that are owned by people I know. For example, my dad had a minivan which I named Cara. I'd like the other posters to send in their car names here! Shiftkicker --- ## [Computer and GPS Locator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/computer-and-gps-locator/49354)
**Author:** [@ThorOdinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThorOdinson)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/computer-and-gps-locator/49354 "2010-12-21T17:21:20Z")
As my Dad made it through engineering at MIT and moved to Colorado you guys must have the answers I need. I got a 2009 Chev Silverado with OnStar, etc. I get computer reports regarding my mileage, tire pressure, that … --- ## [Hands free liftgate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hands-free-liftgate/58983)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hands-free-liftgate/58983 "2010-12-21T05:07:30Z")
http://www…#continued Call us weird, but we’re rather excited for the 2012 Ford C-Max to launch here in the United States. The majority of today’s minivans are anything but, and as more people look to downsize and… --- ## [Buy a BMW 325i convertible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-bmw-325i-convertible/58973)
**Author:** [@bjg\_tlh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bjg_tlh)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2010, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-bmw-325i-convertible/58973 "2010-12-21T03:02:56Z")
My 21 year old son recently totaled his 98 Nissan Altima (his first accident). He soon starts fire school to become a certified firefighter. Needs a good car for back and forth to school (about 25 miles one way). But … --- ## [What is your permit number?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-your-permit-number/58971)
**Author:** [@Z69105](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Z69105)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-your-permit-number/58971 "2010-12-20T21:56:45Z")
I got Car Talk Plaza permit number 0166. It is 'registered' to a Honda Accord, Virginia plate. --- ## [Used car buying question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-buying-question/58954)
**Author:** [@tec\_rat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tec_rat)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-buying-question/58954 "2010-12-20T21:19:11Z")
I am looking at 2 cars of the same make doge neons one is 2005 with 150k miles one is 2002 with 90k. If the price is similar witch is the better bet? --- ## [Need to help a friend](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-help-a-friend/58570)
**Author:** [@janandgeorge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janandgeorge)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-help-a-friend/58570 "2010-12-20T20:52:49Z")
We have a friend who lives in St. Louis, MO (we live in WA)and is the mother of 3 adopted boys and grandmother (caretaker) of two very young grandchildren. She is in desperate need of a car and we would like to anonymous… --- ## [Yup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yup/58952)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yup/58952 "2010-12-20T18:01:59Z")
Why wont you post it --- ## [Playing Favorites](https://community.cartalk.com/t/playing-favorites/58950)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/playing-favorites/58950 "2010-12-20T15:50:04Z")
Ive noticed when i say something less than nice and polite my remark gets removed.. Yet ive seen these same sort of remarks even more rude out of line than mine that dont get removed. Is this the "volunteers" favoring th… --- ## [Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil/58891)
**Author:** [@Apparius](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Apparius)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil/58891 "2010-12-19T17:59:54Z")
I had placed 6 quarts of oil (in individual plastic bottles)outside in the elements for about 4 years. Is this oil still safe to use in my truck? --- ## [Cruise control in vail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cruise-control-in-vail/58864)
**Author:** [@seekert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seekert)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cruise-control-in-vail/58864 "2010-12-19T17:54:04Z")
On the 12/18/2010 show a question about using cruise control (on a standard transmission Subaru) in mountain country was talked about. On our 2004 Subaru Forester and my 2003 S10 pickup (both manual shift), when coasting… --- ## [Dealer sold FWD as AWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-sold-fwd-as-awd/58869)
**Author:** [@tce23233](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tce23233)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2010, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-sold-fwd-as-awd/58869 "2010-12-19T15:29:59Z")
I bought a 08 from a nationwide used dealer last April. First line of the vehicle window sticker says all wheel drive and based on my research I paid an AWD price. We got our first snow this week and I thought it … --- ## [Towing with a car dolly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-with-a-car-dolly/57855)
**Author:** [@bejindy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bejindy)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2010, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-with-a-car-dolly/57855 "2010-12-18T21:13:25Z")
according to Uhaul, all vehicles must be loaded facing forward on the car dolly, and if you have a rear-wheel-drive, (rwd), the drive shaft must be disconnected. My question is why you cannot just back said rwd vehicle… --- ## [Wear and tear on a gas engine in a hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wear-and-tear-on-a-gas-engine-in-a-hybrid/58801)
**Author:** [@Fritz99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fritz99)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2010, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wear-and-tear-on-a-gas-engine-in-a-hybrid/58801 "2010-12-18T18:02:05Z")
Is there more wear on the gasoline engine due to all the starting and stopping it does in normal driving? I mean that while driving, every time the gas pedal is released the engine stops, and then restarts again when… --- ## [Cars with personality](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-with-personality/58795)
**Author:** [@mb5191](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mb5191)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2010, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-with-personality/58795 "2010-12-18T14:33:55Z")
Hello all! I think its safe to say that in some time within our lives, we come across a car with mucho personality. That is, It may be a piece of junk, but its a fond piece of junk you love. A friend of mine used to driv… --- ## [PT Cruiser vs Toyota Avalon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pt-cruiser-vs-toyota-avalon/58806)
**Author:** [@drewjm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drewjm)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2010, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pt-cruiser-vs-toyota-avalon/58806 "2010-12-18T13:44:55Z")
Dear Tom & Ray, I own a 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. It has 88,000 miles on it, it's been a good car and it's still in pretty good shape, I have an outstanding loan on it with a balance of $5800. Recently my elderly Mo… --- ## [Car Prank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-prank/58824)
**Author:** [@noren3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noren3)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-prank/58824 "2010-12-17T07:19:42Z")
Can someone tell me the name of the sound machine that was hidden in someone's car...or something similar. I need to play a practical job on someone and thought that idea was great!! Thank you! --- ## [Identify this car pls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identify-this-car-pls/58739)
**Author:** [@hiplzty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hiplzty)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2010, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identify-this-car-pls/58739 "2010-12-16T20:21:11Z")
please some help identifying this acura thanks http://ima...498845.jpg --- ## [Which Car -- 2003 Impala or 1996 Camaro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-2003-impala-or-1996-camaro/58762)
**Author:** [@Chevrolets](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chevrolets)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2010, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-2003-impala-or-1996-camaro/58762 "2010-12-16T20:08:29Z")
I own a 2003 impala right now. It has 65000 miles on it and is excellent condition. I was recently interested in buying a 1996 camaro. It has 70k miles and is also in amazing condition. Both are garage kept and I k… --- ## [2011 Lexus RX 350 Platform](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-lexus-rx-350-platform/58586)
**Author:** [@positiverate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/positiverate)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2010, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-lexus-rx-350-platform/58586 "2010-12-16T16:00:40Z")
Someone told me that the new Lexus RX 350 is no longer on the Toyota Camry platform but is now on the 4Runner platform. Is that true? Thanks. Steve --- ## [Rattling noise coming from left front wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-noise-coming-from-left-front-wheel/58724)
**Author:** [@puddyguy1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/puddyguy1966)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2010, 10:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-noise-coming-from-left-front-wheel/58724 "2010-12-15T10:22:31Z")
i have an 2001 honda civic as Iam driving I hear a rattling noise coming from the front left wheel, I have taken it to several mechanics who cannot seem to find anything wrong, I have heard this on other cars as well, an… --- ## [New doc film on Chevy-100 Years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-doc-film-on-chevy-100-years/58718)
**Author:** [@ILoveMyChevyfilm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ILoveMyChevyfilm)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2010, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-doc-film-on-chevy-100-years/58718 "2010-12-14T23:23:53Z")
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