# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=461 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 462 --- ## [Who'd Have Guessed? Floor Mats!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whod-have-guessed-floor-mats/37361)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2009, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whod-have-guessed-floor-mats/37361 "2009-11-14T18:52:48Z")
Toyota is recalling some 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus Model cars because of a potential danger involving floor mats. Instances of jammed accelerator pedals and/or unintended acceleration are being blamed on floor ma… --- ## [Dst!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dst/38760)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2009, 11:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dst/38760 "2009-11-14T11:19:30Z")
We are getting ready to switch back to standard time,I loathe DST and the problems it creates(I have never talked to a Farmer that liked it).My question is,can we do a reasonable comprimise( like bumping the time a hal… --- ## [Save the Planet, Drive a Porsche: How a classic car can be greener than your Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-the-planet-drive-a-porsche-how-a-classic-car-can-be-greener-than-your-prius/38765)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2009, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-the-planet-drive-a-porsche-how-a-classic-car-can-be-greener-than-your-prius/38765 "2009-11-14T02:47:28Z")
This is a story about a couple that sold their car, switched to public transportation, and then bought at 1966 Porche 911 for weekend fun. http://www.slate.com/id/2233834 I wish I could sell my car, and just ke… --- ## [Buy a car for 2 teenagers to learn to drive on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-car-for-2-teenagers-to-learn-to-drive-on/38896)
**Author:** [@hydiemiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hydiemiller)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2009, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-car-for-2-teenagers-to-learn-to-drive-on/38896 "2009-11-14T00:49:44Z")
We have a 2003 Accord but we don't want our 2 kids, 15 & 16, to learn to drive on it. What kind of used car should I buy for them? I thought it should be manual so they are forced to pay attention. I also like the idea o… --- ## [Best fuel efficient mountain car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-fuel-efficient-mountain-car/39347)
**Author:** [@butterly\_72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/butterly_72)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2009, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-fuel-efficient-mountain-car/39347 "2009-11-13T21:20:41Z")
Hi! My husband and I live in the mountains in snow country. Right now we have a 97 Subaru Legacy and a 02 Outback. We are starting to think about replacing the 97 Legacy. We have liked our Subarus so far, but would like … --- ## [Remote access](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remote-access/39420)
**Author:** [@jimmyQ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmyQ)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2009, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remote-access/39420 "2009-11-13T14:33:19Z")
Can a thief remotely "capture" your remote key LOCK code to remotely unlock your car ? --- ## [Timing Chain versus timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-versus-timing-belt/39306)
**Author:** [@trickydick69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trickydick69)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2009, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-versus-timing-belt/39306 "2009-11-13T05:11:25Z")
Do the 3.4L V-6 in the 2000 Impala and the 3.5L V-6 in the 2004 Malibu have timing chains or belts? Thanks --- ## [All wheel drive SUVs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive-suvs/39320)
**Author:** [@pelirrojo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pelirrojo)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2009, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive-suvs/39320 "2009-11-13T02:56:47Z")
My daughter goes to college in upstate New York. She drives a Honda CRV, all wheel drive. We recently bought a Toyota RAV4, also all wheel drive. The difference is that the Toyota has a "4 wheel lock" that the Honda does… --- ## [In a pickle, could use some solid advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-a-pickle-could-use-some-solid-advice/39383)
**Author:** [@sugarshorts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sugarshorts)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2009, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-a-pickle-could-use-some-solid-advice/39383 "2009-11-13T02:02:37Z")
I own a 2002 Range Rover (POS) and owe more than its worth. The problem is that I need to sell it fast due to cost of maintenance and it not being a reliable for travel. I am thinking of trading in or private party sel… --- ## [Favorite sports car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/favorite-sports-car/39234)
**Author:** [@mayuabe555](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mayuabe555)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2009, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/favorite-sports-car/39234 "2009-11-12T22:08:55Z")
which sports car do people love driving? --- ## [How Long To Wait](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-to-wait/39407)
**Author:** [@Gkohlheim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gkohlheim)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2009, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-to-wait/39407 "2009-11-12T20:42:43Z")
Using Bars Leak now in my 98 Cadilla Deville. Instructions says to wait 1-hour, then drain. I have to leave, what happens if I leave it in for more than an hour. WIll this clog --- ## [Cadillac Eldorado forum or club?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-eldorado-forum-or-club/39397)
**Author:** [@oldsfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldsfan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2009, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-eldorado-forum-or-club/39397 "2009-11-12T19:10:58Z")
Besides the Cadillac forums online, does anyone know of a specific Eldorado club or forum? I would like to connect with owners and admirers of this car model. Thanks! --- ## [Automatic transmission preservation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-preservation/39388)
**Author:** [@bubbleman66](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bubbleman66)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2009, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-preservation/39388 "2009-11-12T17:46:08Z")
hi. i've noticed that cabbies in foreign countries shift thier automatic transmissions from drive to neutral whenever they are sitting at a stop light. they claim it is better for the transmission. is that true? thank yo… --- ## [Help two hippies choose a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-two-hippies-choose-a-car/24553)
**Author:** [@hippieflair](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hippieflair)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2009, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-two-hippies-choose-a-car/24553 "2009-11-12T02:03:10Z")
Hello! Our '92 Toyota Corolla has finally bit the dust- and now we are in the market for a new car. We've been debating whether or not to get a NEW car or a used car. A new car would be great, except we think it might… --- ## [Need cheap parking space](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-cheap-parking-space/39358)
**Author:** [@jfrazier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jfrazier)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-cheap-parking-space/39358 "2009-11-11T22:20:31Z")
new to boston area and living in charlestown. need to readjust budget. looking for someone who has parking space at their house they may want to rent. can be out of town. --- ## [Karma?(not Karmann,Ghia)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/karma-not-karmann-ghia/39192)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/karma-not-karmann-ghia/39192 "2009-11-11T21:51:43Z")
I had weird week,it seems like everything is out of wack and coming back at me me(Karma?)I know this doesnt have much to do with vehicles(did screw up a tailight on the Mack although).Does anybody else suffer the "The no… --- ## [Tire size](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-size/39126)
**Author:** [@Clueless102](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless102)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-size/39126 "2009-11-11T21:41:27Z")
I have a 2006 Nissan Xterra and want to replace all 4 tires because it's time to do so. Stock tire size are 265/70/16. Will a 265/75/16 be compatible to my Xterra? I am currently researching All Terrain tires. Right now … --- ## [97 Chrysler Sebring seat belt problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-chrysler-sebring-seat-belt-problem/39349)
**Author:** [@brucemfloyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brucemfloyd)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-chrysler-sebring-seat-belt-problem/39349 "2009-11-11T20:13:32Z")
My selt belts in the front work intermittly. Sometimes they work fine but I'll be driving along and hear a metallic "ping" or "tink" sounding noise that comes from the area where the seat belt retracts into the seat up b… --- ## [Old School](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-school/38780)
**Author:** [@ccooper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccooper)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-school/38780 "2009-11-11T14:16:24Z")
I've recently joined and have had the fortunate pleasure of creating and being a part in the discussions here in this forum, and have learned a lot from them. So here's one more: Is there any advantage to taking a l… --- ## [The principle behind "big tires=big grip"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-principle-behind-big-tires-big-grip/39157)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-principle-behind-big-tires-big-grip/39157 "2009-11-11T13:01:14Z")
I understand the principle that bigger (wider) tires give better grip than smaller ones. It's a fairly well-known phenomenon. But I don't understand the science of "why." My understanding from HS physics is that you… --- ## [1962 Lincoln Continental from the Land of Lincoln](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1962-lincoln-continental-from-the-land-of-lincoln/38833)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Rockford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr_Rockford)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1962-lincoln-continental-from-the-land-of-lincoln/38833 "2009-11-11T06:51:23Z")
My friend is setting out on a road adventure in an all original 1962 Lincoln Continental. The car has 26,000 miles on it and has original brakes. What should he be monitoring or watch out for to ensure his safe travel. #… --- ## [Did I pay too much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-pay-too-much/38667)
**Author:** [@merci84](https://community.cartalk.com/u/merci84)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 5:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-pay-too-much/38667 "2009-11-11T05:22:42Z")
I just bought a 1984 Mercury Topaz in excellent condition, true little old lady car w/ less than 33,000 miles and all the paperwork for $2500. Can I still get parts? Am I crazy, like my husband says? --- ## [Cops and Robbers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cops-and-robbers/38519)
**Author:** [@MN\_Driver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MN_Driver)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cops-and-robbers/38519 "2009-11-11T04:50:25Z")
find it interesting to read the varied responses to what our law enforcement should be doing. I refer to the numerous muffler discussions going on. Just to stir the pot, what do we feel our officers should be spend… --- ## [Factors considered before buying Used Cars?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factors-considered-before-buying-used-cars/38940)
**Author:** [@rzramon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rzramon)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factors-considered-before-buying-used-cars/38940 "2009-11-11T04:40:15Z")
Hi Friends, This is very important question because people generally buy cars out of craze and latter find them self guilty. SO what are the Factors one need to consider before buying used cars. Regard… --- ## [Won't wash his car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wont-wash-his-car/38851)
**Author:** [@LBryer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LBryer)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2009, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wont-wash-his-car/38851 "2009-11-11T03:18:41Z")
I have a boyfriend who simply will not wash his car...ever! It's not an old car, barely two years old, and it's red, which means it's quite noticeable. It's so dirty, that on the backseat floor there are piles of his si… --- ## [Suggestions for a good "mini" van](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-a-good-mini-van/38246)
**Author:** [@TaylorO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TaylorO)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2009, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-a-good-mini-van/38246 "2009-11-10T19:10:45Z")
I've loved the vans I've had. But I never had one very long. My question is: What would you suggest for a reliable, good (If that's possible w/a van.) mileage van? Keeping in mind I would like to buy a used one, an… --- ## [Purchasing a car (New or used)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-a-car-new-or-used/39270)
**Author:** [@foadscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/foadscar)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2009, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-a-car-new-or-used/39270 "2009-11-10T17:53:59Z")
I want your advice about what cars I should investigate for travel. We have been driving a Ford E150 Club Wagon/E250 and now E350 for the past 30 years. The kids are grown and have their own lives. My wife and I need a v… --- ## [Done Deal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/done-deal/36543)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2009, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/done-deal/36543 "2009-11-09T18:58:22Z")
The German government gave approval for Magna and Sberbank to take a majority stake in Opel. They will own 55%, the union 10%, and GM will retain 35%. Apparently, some of Magna's customers aren't too happy about this t… --- ## [All wheel drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive/39117)
**Author:** [@br6808](https://community.cartalk.com/u/br6808)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2009, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive/39117 "2009-11-09T18:30:50Z")
I'm going to purchase an 04 and it says it has all wheel drive. I live in upstate NY and I'm getting it from NC. Can anyone explain to me what this is? --- ## [Restarting car that has run out of gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/restarting-car-that-has-run-out-of-gas/39159)
**Author:** [@johnlfox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnlfox)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2009, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/restarting-car-that-has-run-out-of-gas/39159 "2009-11-09T16:47:32Z")
I am a volunteer with the Lakewood, CO. Police Dept in the motorist assist program. When we are out on patrol we often are asked to furnish gas to stranded motorists. Our normal policy is to add 1 gal. of fuel, but freq… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=460) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=462)