# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=460 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 461 --- ## [Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes/39998)
**Author:** [@spotybear2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spotybear2)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2009, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes/39998 "2009-11-27T03:10:58Z")
lost brake pedal today,little fuild in master --- ## [What was toyota thinking?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-was-toyota-thinking/39937)
**Author:** [@espo2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/espo2010)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2009, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-was-toyota-thinking/39937 "2009-11-27T01:07:15Z")
My2010 camery is so low to the ground that the gravel guard scrapes when I turn into a street,parking lot or a bump in the road. If you pull over a cement tire stop in a parking lot you can do thousands in damage backi… --- ## [Insurance wants to total my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-wants-to-total-my-car/39940)
**Author:** [@sbliebenberg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sbliebenberg)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2009, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-wants-to-total-my-car/39940 "2009-11-26T16:53:43Z")
My insurance company, AAA, wants to total my 2000 Nissan Altima but I would rather have it fixed. I have recently spent $2,000 on repairs. They told me if I have it fixed then they will no longer insure my car. Can I in… --- ## [5 speed verses Automatic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-speed-verses-automatic/39808)
**Author:** [@kmartino5273](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmartino5273)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2009, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-speed-verses-automatic/39808 "2009-11-26T00:42:55Z")
I live in Southern Central NY where there are alot of hills and I live on a hill so my drive way is very steep. I am considering purchasing a 5 speed in hopes of slowing my car down using the gears verses the brakes. I… --- ## [Is this true? Cruise control-rain-skidding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-true-cruise-control-rain-skidding/38251)
**Author:** [@Lolita](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lolita)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2009, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-true-cruise-control-rain-skidding/38251 "2009-11-25T21:23:53Z")
Is it safer NOT to use cruise control at a safe speed in the rain? --- ## [Camry v. Accord v. Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-v-accord-v-corolla/39826)
**Author:** [@aspringe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aspringe)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2009, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-v-accord-v-corolla/39826 "2009-11-25T00:06:34Z")
I want to buy a reliable used (2005?) car for my college-aged daughter. We live in Maine, so it should be good in the snow. Any thoughts or is there something else should consider. (She's not into Subarus) --- ## [Ethanol Gasoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-gasoline/39500)
**Author:** [@kershawe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kershawe)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2009, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-gasoline/39500 "2009-11-24T23:11:38Z")
I've noticed several gas stations that have notices displayed which state "Ethanol is not added to our premium gasoline" What is the significance of stating this? Is ethanol bad for your engine? --- ## ["standard" or "manual"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/standard-or-manual/39417)
**Author:** [@tlfmd1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tlfmd1)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2009, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/standard-or-manual/39417 "2009-11-24T22:25:47Z")
Isn't it time that the designation "standard" meaning "manual" or "stick" transmission be retired? What cars have the standard tranny as a manual, what percentage? What cars charge extra for a manual? --- ## [Old tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-tires/39827)
**Author:** [@MarkGold](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkGold)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2009, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-tires/39827 "2009-11-24T20:58:43Z")
I have a old car I only drive it abot 20 miles a year the tires 35 years old .The tread is good . What should I do to keep them from cracking? --- ## [What wastes more gas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-wastes-more-gas/39875)
**Author:** [@srusinek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/srusinek)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2009, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-wastes-more-gas/39875 "2009-11-24T20:23:48Z")
Driving an engine when it's literally dead cold when the fuel mixture is richened because of the cold engine or letting the vehicle run for maybe 2 to 3 minuites tops to let the engine warm up which allows the engine to … --- ## [What to pay my way](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-pay-my-way/39867)
**Author:** [@billiv1950](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billiv1950)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2009, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-pay-my-way/39867 "2009-11-23T08:08:31Z")
Car Talk People, Help me (us) here... We (I) have listened to your shows (bought/bootlegged the tape) for years. The tapes we bought/bootlegged are, "a must go with us" every long trip we take (say, fifty miles… --- ## [Classic Car Valuation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-car-valuation/39639)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2009, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-car-valuation/39639 "2009-11-22T23:54:11Z")
NadaGuides.com has prices for my 1987 Acura. But the prices are insensitive to ZIP code - it doesn't bother me, but the adjuster objects. What is the best way I can argue that the variation to ZIP code is imm… --- ## [Looking Back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-back/39870)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2009, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-back/39870 "2009-11-22T20:45:30Z")
http://www...661.pps#33 A slide show, set to Willie Nelson music, looking back into a bit of our past. Enjoy. --- ## [A showdown between two cars - only one will win!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-showdown-between-two-cars-only-one-will-win/39793)
**Author:** [@keppeco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keppeco)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2009, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-showdown-between-two-cars-only-one-will-win/39793 "2009-11-22T14:01:50Z")
Hello, my old car bit the dust and I need to get a new one. I am a single post-college guy in northern PA with a $6000 budget, and after shopping around, I've come to two options. The first is sold by a good friend of … --- ## [Thanksgiving - The Real Story](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanksgiving-the-real-story/39842)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2009, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanksgiving-the-real-story/39842 "2009-11-22T03:32:10Z")
http://www...2553/posts You can also Google and find other versions. --- ## [Goodies C4C killed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goodies-c4c-killed/39490)
**Author:** [@roadrunnr43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roadrunnr43)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2009, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goodies-c4c-killed/39490 "2009-11-22T02:52:02Z")
I hate beating a dead horse, but these numbers need to be released. besides a large number of cars newer then '05, heres the most mournful: 1, Buick grang National GNX 908 '94-'96 Buick Roadmasters 1,007 Chevy… --- ## [Maintainence](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintainence/39822)
**Author:** [@carla4465](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carla4465)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2009, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintainence/39822 "2009-11-22T00:42:10Z")
is it ok to use trasmission fluid in your power steering reservoir, if not what are the problems that will happen if you do? --- ## [A question about Windshield Washer Fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-question-about-windshield-washer-fluid/39457)
**Author:** [@osaeed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/osaeed)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2009, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-question-about-windshield-washer-fluid/39457 "2009-11-21T18:45:25Z")
When I went to my nearest Walmart, I needed to get the Windshield Washer Fluid. When I arrived home, I took a break for a few minutes and stared at the Washer Fluid. I thought to myself, why can't I just take regula… --- ## [Old VW beetle with shiny rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-vw-beetle-with-shiny-rims/39785)
**Author:** [@Scrabbler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrabbler)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2009, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-vw-beetle-with-shiny-rims/39785 "2009-11-21T17:25:56Z")
Not a question, a comment. Saw an old VW beetle with what appeared to be splotchy gray primer paint for a paint job and an ugly luggage rack on top. But it did have what appeared to be low profile tires and shiny r… --- ## [High Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage/39757)
**Author:** [@rmorelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rmorelle)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2009, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage/39757 "2009-11-21T14:50:05Z")
I am looking at a 2005 Hyundai Sonata V6 with 108,000 miles. Carfax has it listed as one owner, commercial vehicle. The V6 Sonata rates very well, but the mileage is giving me concerns. Any opinions, I am hoping to get 2… --- ## [Was P T Barnum right?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-p-t-barnum-right/39687)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2009, 11:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-p-t-barnum-right/39687 "2009-11-21T11:44:25Z")
Greetings sagacious ones,this has bothered me for a while(I'm a firm believer of bang for the buck).I used to argue with some guys over just how effective extensive exhaust mods were vs a good free flowing streamlined st… --- ## [Suze Orman=Bad car advisor, excellent financial advisor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suze-orman-bad-car-advisor-excellent-financial-advisor/39736)
**Author:** [@srusinek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/srusinek)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2009, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suze-orman-bad-car-advisor-excellent-financial-advisor/39736 "2009-11-21T05:55:50Z")
I was watching her show where she has a segmant where she says if you can afford something you want based on your financial standing and etc. Well a viewer wanted to purchase something that had the means to do so but w… --- ## [Rental car caution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rental-car-caution/39689)
**Author:** [@waterboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waterboy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2009, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rental-car-caution/39689 "2009-11-21T02:07:09Z")
Usually I use AX credit card for car rental that picks up the daage collision waiver. My MIL icked up the rental car for us on a recent trip, so I called my agent to see if I should buy the $13 a day insurance. We have 1… --- ## [Bone to pick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bone-to-pick/39579)
**Author:** [@sean.quinn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sean.quinn)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2009, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bone-to-pick/39579 "2009-11-20T03:28:33Z")
Ray and Tom, I enjoy listening to your show every Saturday morning. Thanks for the laughs and occasionally the good advice. I have a bone to pick with you thought concerning last week's show (November 14, 200… --- ## [Let's Say Thanks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-say-thanks/39659)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2009, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-say-thanks/39659 "2009-11-18T02:46:36Z")
http://www...e1280.html Our friends at Xerox will send your free Christmas Cards to our troops if you feel like doing something nice. --- ## [What caused Toyota? runaway throttle deaths?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-caused-toyota-runaway-throttle-deaths/39353)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2009, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-caused-toyota-runaway-throttle-deaths/39353 "2009-11-17T20:09:29Z")
I read that a law enforcement officer's throttle became stuck apparently in full throttle. A passenger had time to call 9-1-1 and report the problem before they crashed. (one minute on cell phone) Could brake… --- ## [Bone to pick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bone-to-pick/39568)
**Author:** [@sean.quinn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sean.quinn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2009, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bone-to-pick/39568 "2009-11-17T14:33:52Z")
Ray and Tom, I enjoy listening to your show every Saturday morning. Thanks for the laughs and occasionally the good advice. I have a bone to pick with you thought concerning last week's show (November 14, 2009… --- ## [TV - Good as it Can Be](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tv-good-as-it-can-be/39564)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2009, 6:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tv-good-as-it-can-be/39564 "2009-11-16T06:55:58Z")
http://www...XgvtO7DCrq "The Luckiest Man" with Mandy Patankin, who plays a patient with ALS, Lou Gehrig's Disease, who chooses what happens with his life. It played 11/15/09 on ABC. Catch the replay or when it… --- ## [Vindication!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vindication/39187)
**Author:** [@azimuth361](https://community.cartalk.com/u/azimuth361)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2009, 2:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vindication/39187 "2009-11-15T02:49:46Z")
Now, twice, the Tappet brothers agree with me. First, they see no problem with coasting up to stoplights in neutral, as heard on the 31 October show. Then at the close of the 7 November show, they advocate cell phone j… --- ## [Milage claims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/milage-claims/39416)
**Author:** [@itybitybob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itybitybob)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2009, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/milage-claims/39416 "2009-11-15T02:43:48Z")
Here in my town there is quite a battle brewing about the lowering of the speed limits around town. One of the claims going around is that driveing 35 mph verses 40 mph (going slower)is causeing a increase of gas consump… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=459) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=461)