# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=451 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 452 --- ## [Problem of Ford 1.9 & 2.0 Liter SOHC dropping Intake Valve Seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-of-ford-1-9-2-0-liter-sohc-dropping-intake-valve-seats/44017)
**Author:** [@Marky-B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marky-B)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2010, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-of-ford-1-9-2-0-liter-sohc-dropping-intake-valve-seats/44017 "2010-02-07T03:40:11Z")
Does anybody have any idea as to why the SOHC 1.9 & 2.0 enginess have a tendency to drop intake valve seats? I have a 2000 Focus that lost an engine to that very problem and its second engine appears to have done the sam… --- ## [1970 chevelle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-chevelle/44007)
**Author:** [@jarrettlf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jarrettlf)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2010, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-chevelle/44007 "2010-02-07T03:33:26Z")
i have a 1970 chevelle vin#136370K206435 want to know if it's an ss does anyone know how to tell for sure?thinking about selling it how do i figure out what it's worth? --- ## [Trans is slow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-is-slow/43871)
**Author:** [@daniell2009](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daniell2009)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2010, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-is-slow/43871 "2010-02-07T02:58:15Z")
trans is slow for pass de second a tree spead ?? is the wheather car I live in quebec ??? or is the trans ??? where is the prob ? thank you --- ## [Winter Gas Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-gas-mileage/43951)
**Author:** [@seaurchin1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seaurchin1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2010, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-gas-mileage/43951 "2010-02-07T00:31:32Z")
I asked my Honda Service crew why my gas mileage on my 2008 CRV has dropped drastically. I was getting up to 33 mpg on long road trips; about 27-28 on short hops. Now I get only 22-23 MPG. The crew suggested it is … --- ## [Interested in Energy Efficient Cars that are quiet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interested-in-energy-efficient-cars-that-are-quiet/43983)
**Author:** [@MarmieB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarmieB)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2010, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interested-in-energy-efficient-cars-that-are-quiet/43983 "2010-02-06T22:10:17Z")
Does anyone know much about the Nissan Leaf? I am interested in an electric vehicle, but would like to go farther than 100 miles. --- ## [Vehicle Sticker Does Not Stick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-sticker-does-not-stick/23919)
**Author:** [@mocassin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mocassin)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2010, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-sticker-does-not-stick/23919 "2010-02-06T21:34:29Z")
When yearly renewing your license plates in Illinois, you recieve a small sticker that has a sticky back and adheres on top of the expired sticker on the license plate. The day after I put the new sticker over the old st… --- ## [1989 volvo or honda?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-volvo-or-honda/43931)
**Author:** [@pghmadge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pghmadge)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2010, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-volvo-or-honda/43931 "2010-02-06T21:07:11Z")
Hi, I am looking to spend $1000 for a car and have found a 1989 volvo 240 with 160K and an automatic transmission and an '89 honda accord with 123K with a manual transmission. Any suggestions on which one to choose? … --- ## [Fishing & Boat towing rig?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fishing-boat-towing-rig/43880)
**Author:** [@LooseScrew](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LooseScrew)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2010, 8:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fishing-boat-towing-rig/43880 "2010-02-06T08:11:54Z")
I need a rig to tow my boat and my 37 fishing rods and 1/2 ton of assorted gear. I saw a 1979 4x4 Suburban w/ HD 4 speed trans, 350 motor, 130,000 mi. new clutch... looks mint, said to be ex. con.. Just for fishing mind … --- ## [Family sized EV or hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-sized-ev-or-hybrid/43702)
**Author:** [@dnathanson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dnathanson)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2010, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-sized-ev-or-hybrid/43702 "2010-02-06T02:35:58Z")
I'm looking for suggestions on a new vehicle that is either electric or hybrid. I need a family car: big and safe enough to carry around the toddler and the big dog (in the back). My dream would be a hybrid or ele… --- ## [Which one?!?!?!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-one/43901)
**Author:** [@wyoguy1122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wyoguy1122)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2010, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-one/43901 "2010-02-06T02:06:20Z")
I have a problem folks. I am a 16 year old high school student. My parents have given me a choice on which vehicle to choose from. They wish for me to drive my father's old 1997 Ford F-150 pickup truck with over 234,000 … --- ## [General](https://community.cartalk.com/t/general/43872)
**Author:** [@rockfordroy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rockfordroy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/general/43872 "2010-02-05T21:16:20Z")
I have a 2003 Saturn Ion which at times does not start.Does not turn the engine over. No sound except fuel pump. Been told that it is either solenoid in ignition switch or flat (dead) spot in starter. Help! --- ## [Buying a vintage car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-vintage-car/42743)
**Author:** [@jsmorgan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsmorgan)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-vintage-car/42743 "2010-02-05T20:55:56Z")
My mother (God willing) will turn 75 this year. I would like to find her the car she had in college. How reasonable is this? I would want to retrofit a good seatbelt, but what else? She lives in a small town and coul… --- ## [Katzkin leather seats?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/katzkin-leather-seats/43887)
**Author:** [@nicoleh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nicoleh)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/katzkin-leather-seats/43887 "2010-02-05T20:53:49Z")
I have been OBSESSED with my ex-boyfriends Katzkin leather interior since we met. I am really eager to get a kit but wanted to know if anyone has successfully installed them? How did they come out? I am no longer dating … --- ## [Prius brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-brakes/43882)
**Author:** [@tr250468](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tr250468)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-brakes/43882 "2010-02-05T19:27:13Z")
Looking for expert corroboration here ... re: the Prius brake problems coming to light recently. I am not an engineer. But I have raced cars with the SCCA and I do own two Priuses and a Camry hybrid so I think I have a s… --- ## [Heat up a hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-up-a-hybrid/43359)
**Author:** [@Chuck\_Meyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chuck_Meyer)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-up-a-hybrid/43359 "2010-02-05T19:04:25Z")
I recently bought my wife a Lexus RX-400h. When she starts the car in the morning the engine does not start, it just runs off the battery until it needs the engine to charge up the battery. How does one warn-up this ca… --- ## [Why not Pontiac?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-not-pontiac/43864)
**Author:** [@tr250468](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tr250468)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-not-pontiac/43864 "2010-02-05T15:48:26Z")
If the Toyota Matrix is the subject of the unintended acceleration recall, why isn't its sister, the Pontiac Vibe being recalled? --- ## [31 and afraid!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/31-and-afraid/43160)
**Author:** [@sarahanken](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarahanken)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/31-and-afraid/43160 "2010-02-05T02:34:13Z")
I am 31 and am petrified of a stick shift. My husband wants to get a manual, and he is convinced I can drive it. Can anyone really do this and is it really that much better than an automatic? --- ## [Cargo space: What does cubic feet really tell you?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cargo-space-what-does-cubic-feet-really-tell-you/43614)
**Author:** [@3dogCar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3dogCar)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 1:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cargo-space-what-does-cubic-feet-really-tell-you/43614 "2010-02-04T13:15:22Z")
What good is cargo space in cubic feet? I'm looking for a new or used car depending upon price. I want to transport 3 Whippets in fixed sized crates? Do I have to contact every dealer to get the actual length x width … --- ## [Headrests for Crew Cab Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headrests-for-crew-cab-truck/43800)
**Author:** [@ky2larob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ky2larob)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headrests-for-crew-cab-truck/43800 "2010-02-04T08:04:32Z")
I have a 2002 F150 Crew Cab Truck with the King Ranch Trim. The back seat is a straight bench seat without headrests on the back. I have two young children--ages 6 and 8. They are of the age they are too big for car s… --- ## [Kelly Blue Book Value of Honda Civic HYBRID 2003 Excellent Condition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kelly-blue-book-value-of-honda-civic-hybrid-2003-excellent-condition/43678)
**Author:** [@mutgherz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mutgherz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kelly-blue-book-value-of-honda-civic-hybrid-2003-excellent-condition/43678 "2010-02-04T04:24:01Z")
Hello Everyone, Does anyone know the Kelly Blue Book Value of Honda Civic HYBRID 2003 Excellent Condition? I can not find the value. I keep getting "Page Unfound". My car has 36,678 miles, 4 brand new Dunlop tires,… --- ## [Solution to all problems on this board](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solution-to-all-problems-on-this-board/43707)
**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solution-to-all-problems-on-this-board/43707 "2010-02-04T04:04:37Z")
I think I have the solution to all the problems and issues posted on this board. It's simple. We go back to the Model T Ford. 1. There would be no sticking accelerator pedals. The throttle control is a lever on … --- ## [Obd2 n vin #](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-n-vin/43743)
**Author:** [@justtestonly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justtestonly)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-n-vin/43743 "2010-02-04T02:12:54Z")
does all 1996 and above obd 2 vehicles be able to read the vin # if you have a scan tool with vin # reader capacity. --- ## [Toyota Suspends Sales](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-suspends-sales/43290)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-suspends-sales/43290 "2010-02-04T02:09:23Z")
The sticking gas pedal problem has exploded from a huge recall to a sales suspension.. The Japanese automaker says the sales suspension includes the 2009-2010 RAV4, the 2009-2010 Corolla, the 2009-2010 Matrix, the 2… --- ## [Cars From Hot Weather Climes Performing in Cold Weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-from-hot-weather-climes-performing-in-cold-weather/43640)
**Author:** [@mattbrand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattbrand)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2010, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-from-hot-weather-climes-performing-in-cold-weather/43640 "2010-02-04T01:26:41Z")
I own a 2000 Nissan Altima that has only been operated in California. I am moving to Chicago soon. I have heard that cars that have been broken in long term in hot weather climates like this one will probably not perfo… --- ## [Anyone recall a runaway car that hit a state patrol vehicle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-recall-a-runaway-car-that-hit-a-state-patrol-vehicle/42471)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2010, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-recall-a-runaway-car-that-hit-a-state-patrol-vehicle/42471 "2010-02-03T21:20:42Z")
Years ago, back east in the 1980's I recall, a woman called 9-1-1 panicking that her throttle was stuck and she could not stop her speeding car. (Cell phone in the 1980s?) She was on a highway or interstate and travel… --- ## [Toyota Fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-fix/43679)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2010, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-fix/43679 "2010-02-03T16:46:03Z")
So does anyone know, exactly, what the fix is?? Is it a mechanical modification to the gas pedal or does it involve replacing electronic control boxes..Are the new parts the same for all the recalled models or are there … --- ## [What's similar to Lexus IS 250?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-similar-to-lexus-is-250/43440)
**Author:** [@2020Gal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2020Gal)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2010, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-similar-to-lexus-is-250/43440 "2010-02-03T00:19:56Z")
I have a 2007 Lexus IS 250 and even before all the gas pedal ado, I never really loved it. I always wondered "what should I have gotten instead?" What would be a good swap for my IS (new or preowned, probably pre-owned c… --- ## [Missing headrest in my car. (BMW 528)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/missing-headrest-in-my-car-bmw-528/43717)
**Author:** [@nobleexchange](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nobleexchange)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/missing-headrest-in-my-car-bmw-528/43717 "2010-02-02T18:22:31Z")
I'm missing 2 front headrest in my 1997 BMW 528i. I found 2 headsets out of a 318 and a 1994 5 series. Not sure of the year on the 318 but the color matches. These items were found online. Will either fit on my car? --- ## [Can diesel fumes kill you?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-diesel-fumes-kill-you/42585)
**Author:** [@RubySuby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RubySuby)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-diesel-fumes-kill-you/42585 "2010-02-02T16:34:44Z")
I am an aviation maintenance student at our local college. In class the other day, one of my instructors stated that diesel fumes cannot hurt/kill you. According to her, you can sit in a garage filled with diesel exhau… --- ## [Cramped driver needs roomy zoomer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cramped-driver-needs-roomy-zoomer/43668)
**Author:** [@wavoconqueso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wavoconqueso)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cramped-driver-needs-roomy-zoomer/43668 "2010-02-02T04:42:59Z")
I'm getting up in years and I'm looking for a vehicle to buy but it has to be one that I can sit high enough to use my left foot on the brake and gas. It also has to be economical (25mpg OR so)and reliable. I'm in a Niss… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=450) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=452)