# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=431 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 432 --- ## [Manuel: Coming to a stop in neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manuel-coming-to-a-stop-in-neutral/52455)
**Author:** [@janineg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janineg)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2010, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manuel-coming-to-a-stop-in-neutral/52455 "2010-07-26T01:48:59Z")
I've been driving my stick for 2 years now. When coming to a stop, I usually just shift into neutral, coasting and breaking to come to a stop. I know this is using up my break-pads faster than it would if I downshifted… --- ## [VIN number](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-number/52407)
**Author:** [@wagnerana](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wagnerana)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2010, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-number/52407 "2010-07-25T16:28:13Z")
i'm helping my daughter purschase a ford i can't find anyplace to look up the VIN # that does not charge for it. she is on disability and has little money. does anyone know how to not pay the @29.99 or 49.99 --- ## [What's that?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-that/52425)
**Author:** [@shootie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shootie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2010, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-that/52425 "2010-07-25T15:04:31Z")
just bought a 2009 kia rio.there's a slot in the dash below radio above climate controls.it's not in manual.what the heck is this slot for? --- ## [Car handling/driving opinions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-handling-driving-opinions/52235)
**Author:** [@kram\_carrell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kram_carrell)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2010, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-handling-driving-opinions/52235 "2010-07-25T12:49:58Z")
I have been looking to buy a used car and would like any owner's opinion on how your Camry / Civic/Altima handles on the road. I have a friend who SWEARS that his BMW will protect him :slight\_smile: in case of any m… --- ## [Horse mom needs vehicle to haul pony--help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horse-mom-needs-vehicle-to-haul-pony-help/52322)
**Author:** [@horsecar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/horsecar)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2010, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horse-mom-needs-vehicle-to-haul-pony-help/52322 "2010-07-24T11:52:06Z")
I finally have to take the plunge, give up my 2005 Matrix, and get something that can pull my daughter's horse-- a 900 lb pony + trailer. Of course,we might eventually get a larger horse. I am looking for the most ecol… --- ## [Turning off Subaru While In Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-off-subaru-while-in-drive/52341)
**Author:** [@subbie55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/subbie55)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2010, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-off-subaru-while-in-drive/52341 "2010-07-23T22:21:08Z")
Mindlessly, sometimes I get in a hurry and turn my 2006 Forester off while sitting still, but not in Park. In other words I shut it off in drive before putting it into park. I have a friend who tells me this is not goo… --- ## [Data Recorders](https://community.cartalk.com/t/data-recorders/52314)
**Author:** [@Jamesrsavage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jamesrsavage)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2010, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/data-recorders/52314 "2010-07-23T19:29:00Z")
A link on this Car Talk web site led me to an article re Toytotas recent (or is it ongoing?) accelerator problems. Reference is made to data being obtained from on board data recorders. Does any one out there know exac… --- ## [Cars for new Teen Drivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-new-teen-drivers/52201)
**Author:** [@Diana1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diana1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2010, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-new-teen-drivers/52201 "2010-07-23T19:26:54Z")
My 18 year old son learned to drive on our 1999 manual Toyota Camry. He successfully passed his driving test on the first try. He does not have an "attitude" problem, and is not a daredevil kind of kid. His only issue, a… --- ## [Roadtrip Across America](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roadtrip-across-america/51860)
**Author:** [@mishyharman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mishyharman)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2010, 12:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roadtrip-across-america/51860 "2010-07-23T12:16:37Z")
Hi, I am going on a 8,000+ mile journey across America, starting in Boston and ending in San Francisco. I am looking to buy a used car that has the following features: 1) Is dependable and won't break down on me … --- ## [Rims and tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rims-and-tires/52302)
**Author:** [@alathena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alathena)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2010, 11:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rims-and-tires/52302 "2010-07-23T11:54:12Z")
I have a Tercel with 13 inches wheels and was wondering if it was possible to change the rims for 14 inches. Is it possible? Does it require a lot of work? --- ## [What is the difference between a wastegate and a blowoff valve in a turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-difference-between-a-wastegate-and-a-blowoff-valve-in-a-turbo/52316)
**Author:** [@paperclip-9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paperclip-9)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2010, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-difference-between-a-wastegate-and-a-blowoff-valve-in-a-turbo/52316 "2010-07-23T04:26:58Z")
What is the difference between a wastegate and a blowoff valve in a turbo? Don't both of them just release pressure? Can someone please explain to me what the purpose of each one is. Thanks. --- ## [Bad to Disengage Overdrive at High Speeds?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-to-disengage-overdrive-at-high-speeds/51912)
**Author:** [@Hyde244](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hyde244)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-to-disengage-overdrive-at-high-speeds/51912 "2010-07-22T23:52:32Z")
While driving on the highway today I began pondering a general performance question: is it bad to disengage the overdrive when traveling at 35+ mph speeds? Can this cause any extraneous wear and tear on the Transmission… --- ## [Remotely Detected Keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remotely-detected-keys/52216)
**Author:** [@wxf048](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wxf048)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remotely-detected-keys/52216 "2010-07-22T23:40:40Z")
I have an 11-year-old car. I can turn off the engine by turning the key, without requesting that a computer turn off the engine for me. I never have to worry that the key is in not in the car but close enough for the c… --- ## [What causes the lag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-the-lag/52267)
**Author:** [@paperclip-9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paperclip-9)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-the-lag/52267 "2010-07-22T23:22:40Z")
Suppose I am cruising along the highway at 50mph. Then when passing someone, I step on the accelerator all the way to the maximum. When I do this, I notice there is somewhat of a lag. When I step on the gas, there is no … --- ## [Want To Make Your Own Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-make-your-own-engine/51762)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-make-your-own-engine/51762 "2010-07-22T17:49:47Z")
Engine Buy a 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 or ZR1, pay 5800 bucks more, and you can assemble the engine yourself ! (One night's lodging is thrown in with the deal.) Plan about six hours to put your LS7 or LS9 eng… --- ## [Difference between Twin-Turbo and Bi-Turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difference-between-twin-turbo-and-bi-turbo/52266)
**Author:** [@paperclip-9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paperclip-9)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difference-between-twin-turbo-and-bi-turbo/52266 "2010-07-22T16:53:27Z")
Is there a difference between a twin-turbo and a bi-turbo? --- ## [Another opinion on tire pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-opinion-on-tire-pressure/52242)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-opinion-on-tire-pressure/52242 "2010-07-22T13:50:06Z")
Check out what this cop has to say: http://www...9&id=27281 Discuss! --- ## [1961 Studebaker Lark coupe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1961-studebaker-lark-coupe/52205)
**Author:** [@nelaud02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nelaud02)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1961-studebaker-lark-coupe/52205 "2010-07-22T01:00:45Z")
I have the opportunity to buy this car with about 45ooo original miles, original interior, no exterior rust and in running condition. Anyone have any experience with this car? --- ## [Looking at an '06 Chevy Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-an-06-chevy-equinox/52250)
**Author:** [@Vaporjet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vaporjet)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2010, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-an-06-chevy-equinox/52250 "2010-07-22T00:53:36Z")
My wife and I are looking at possibly trading in our '07 Ford Fusion SE i4 w/ 36k miles for an 06 Chevy Equinox with 28k miles. I'm looking to get some current owners opinions about the Chevy, likes/dislikes that they ha… --- ## [Bernuolli's principle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bernuollis-principle/51787)
**Author:** [@Carhenge2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carhenge2010)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2010, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bernuollis-principle/51787 "2010-07-21T16:47:20Z")
Your show is so great. We listen every week as often as possible. Even on Sundays! My friend(common law husband) and I have come to a stalemate. I suggested we ask you about this question... so whatever you both think … --- ## [Is this car worth anything, and should I pay for repairs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-car-worth-anything-and-should-i-pay-for-repairs/52176)
**Author:** [@Percivale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Percivale)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2010, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-car-worth-anything-and-should-i-pay-for-repairs/52176 "2010-07-21T02:20:55Z")
I have a 98 Pontiac Trans Sport Montana. It has about 140k miles on it. It has brand new brakes, brand new tires, and a relatively new battery. It has major damage to the body, including a smashed in left passenger door,… --- ## [Difference between a strut bar and a sway bar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difference-between-a-strut-bar-and-a-sway-bar/51910)
**Author:** [@paperclip-9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paperclip-9)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2010, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difference-between-a-strut-bar-and-a-sway-bar/51910 "2010-07-20T21:43:32Z")
What is the difference between a strut bar and a sway bar? What do each of them do? --- ## [Buying a Newer vehicle what to look for](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-newer-vehicle-what-to-look-for/50829)
**Author:** [@MirandaRae88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MirandaRae88)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2010, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-newer-vehicle-what-to-look-for/50829 "2010-07-20T15:30:34Z")
Hi i am looking at buying a new van as it seems mine has hit the ceiling, and i need some honest advice on what to look for in a van. I want a van because i have more room, they are fairly mileage friendly, and i can pi… --- ## [Song with Car Model Lyrics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/song-with-car-model-lyrics/52162)
**Author:** [@Redbaron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Redbaron)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2010, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/song-with-car-model-lyrics/52162 "2010-07-20T13:44:00Z")
Anyone happen to know the title of a recently aired Car Talk song that uses (mostly) car models in the lyrics? --- ## [When does the starter motor stop turning?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-does-the-starter-motor-stop-turning/52158)
**Author:** [@paperclip-9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paperclip-9)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2010, 11:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-does-the-starter-motor-stop-turning/52158 "2010-07-20T11:10:23Z")
I know that the starter motor temporarily turns the flywheel to help start the engine until it can run on its own but when does the starter motor know to stop turning? What mechanism stops the starter motor once the engi… --- ## [To use the horn or not to use the horn?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-use-the-horn-or-not-to-use-the-horn/51865)
**Author:** [@stitchinthyme](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stitchinthyme)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2010, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-use-the-horn-or-not-to-use-the-horn/51865 "2010-07-19T22:15:06Z")
So, my husband and I have an ongoing disagreement: he never, ever uses the horn -- he insists that its only use is to annoy other people or to express that you're ticked off at them or get them to move when they're, say,… --- ## [Driving to Alaska](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-to-alaska/52086)
**Author:** [@hende4629](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hende4629)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2010, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-to-alaska/52086 "2010-07-19T19:00:12Z")
My wife and I would like to drive to Alaska, but don't want to take our car. How would I find out about someone who would like a car delivered to Alaska --- ## [Horse Hauling Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horse-hauling-hybrid/52120)
**Author:** [@mknewcar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mknewcar)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2010, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horse-hauling-hybrid/52120 "2010-07-19T18:54:18Z")
Can a Cheverolet Tahoe Hybrid pull a 2 horse bumper pull horse trailer??? --- ## [Please help me name my new car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-name-my-new-car/52048)
**Author:** [@Blaken91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blaken91)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2010, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-name-my-new-car/52048 "2010-07-19T16:49:49Z")
I just got my first real car, and I am having trouble thinking of a name for it. It is a metallic grey BMW Z4. Do any of you have any suggestions for names? --- ## [Tick infestation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tick-infestation/52113)
**Author:** [@theapologist](https://community.cartalk.com/u/theapologist)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2010, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tick-infestation/52113 "2010-07-19T16:18:52Z")
My car is infested with ticks. Is it safe to set off a bug bomb/fogger overnight? Or will that do any sort of damage to my car's electronics or interior? Are there any other solutions you can think of? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=430) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=432)