# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=464 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 465 --- ## [Someone,somewhere has to know the answer to this](https://community.cartalk.com/t/someone-somewhere-has-to-know-the-answer-to-this/38263)
**Author:** [@govenator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/govenator)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2009, 3:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/someone-somewhere-has-to-know-the-answer-to-this/38263 "2009-10-18T15:03:54Z")
my 1998 GMC sierra p/u will not start when the weather changes to cold and/or damp.I have replaced many sensors,the computer,the fuel pump etc,etc.I can spray it with a fire hose and it will fire right up..but a little d… --- ## [Shipping a car cross-country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shipping-a-car-cross-country/38214)
**Author:** [@tonyo1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tonyo1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2009, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shipping-a-car-cross-country/38214 "2009-10-18T00:01:16Z")
I need to move a nearly new Honda Civic from Vegas to Eastern PA. It's on a lease so I'd rather not have someone drive it, and I can't afford the time to drive it myself. There are scores of broker companies out there wh… --- ## [Daihatsu 150k vibration only when the gas is press from 80 km and about](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daihatsu-150k-vibration-only-when-the-gas-is-press-from-80-km-and-about/38241)
**Author:** [@dineugenio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dineugenio)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2009, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daihatsu-150k-vibration-only-when-the-gas-is-press-from-80-km-and-about/38241 "2009-10-17T19:31:18Z")
hi there, i live in japan and i have a daihatsu terioskid 4wd automatic transmission and 150,000km. i am having a vibration/noise problem in the car when i am running 80km and above. only when the gas is press if i r… --- ## [Parts Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-question/38200)
**Author:** [@yester64](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yester64)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2009, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-question/38200 "2009-10-17T02:22:48Z")
Hi, i would like to know what parts to buy for my car. Should someone buy the original parts or will offbrands do as well. Point in case, it is for a Nissan Altima 2001 and i need to replace the hoses for the power… --- ## [Reputation of Jeep and the Big 3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reputation-of-jeep-and-the-big-3/38176)
**Author:** [@BuickGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BuickGuy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2009, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reputation-of-jeep-and-the-big-3/38176 "2009-10-17T00:58:15Z")
A person I know bought a Jeep Liberty a couple years ago and has had countless problems with it. Some have been little things, some more significant. To make things worse, Chrysler phased out the dealership where he pu… --- ## [Turning off engine while at a stop light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-off-engine-while-at-a-stop-light/38190)
**Author:** [@crazyjim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crazyjim)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-off-engine-while-at-a-stop-light/38190 "2009-10-16T21:05:24Z")
When does it make sense to turn off the car engine while waiting for a traffic light? There are one or two lights that I go thru a couple times a day that are very long waits. I can listen to a complete FM song -- … --- ## [Help, I think I need a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-i-think-i-need-a-new-car/38169)
**Author:** [@play4lock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/play4lock)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-i-think-i-need-a-new-car/38169 "2009-10-16T19:41:49Z")
Okay so it looks like I?m moving to Reno. As in that high desert place that actually has four seasons. I?m born and raised in the bay area so I can drive in fog and rain no worries but really haven?t dealt much with snow… --- ## [Big Changes at HD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-changes-at-hd/38162)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-changes-at-hd/38162 "2009-10-16T19:22:09Z")
Harley Davidson announced today that they are discontinuing the Buell line and selling MV Augusta - after buying it just last year. If you dream of buying a new Buell, now's the time. The last one rolls out 12/10/2009.… --- ## [Anti-lock brakes and auto-lock differential in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anti-lock-brakes-and-auto-lock-differential-in-reverse/38099)
**Author:** [@tdpass](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tdpass)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anti-lock-brakes-and-auto-lock-differential-in-reverse/38099 "2009-10-16T13:20:17Z")
Does anybody know if anti-lock brakes and auto-locking differentials are designed to not work in reverse? Or does that depend on the make/model? I've had need for both and they don't seem to work in reverse. --- ## [2007 ford edge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-edge/38081)
**Author:** [@Shawn1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shawn1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 12:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-edge/38081 "2009-10-16T12:10:44Z")
have there been any reported problems with the transmission on the 2007 edge, slippage, oil leaks? i have had to take mine in twice to have seal replaced in the transmission --- ## [Blinded By LED Emergency Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinded-by-led-emergency-lights/38054)
**Author:** [@DoctorPinto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DoctorPinto)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinded-by-led-emergency-lights/38054 "2009-10-16T02:26:12Z")
Is anyone else out there being blinded by the newer LED lights that are being used on emergency vehicles? They work great during the day, but they seriously blind me at night. When strobe light bars came out, most had … --- ## [Managing the "Fleet"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/managing-the-fleet/38112)
**Author:** [@61\_T-bird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/61_T-bird)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2009, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/managing-the-fleet/38112 "2009-10-16T00:02:45Z")
I currently have a 2001 Camry CE (4-cyl)with around 190,000 miles (well maintained, but is scheduled for timing belt replacement that will cost several hundred). My daughter has a 2000 Honda Civic EX with around 90,000 … --- ## [Handicapped van check over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/handicapped-van-check-over/38161)
**Author:** [@mchank](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mchank)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2009, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/handicapped-van-check-over/38161 "2009-10-15T23:52:04Z")
I am a paraplegic, who is a resident of Charlotte, NC. I am interested in buying a fully converted van for handicapped use. This used van is in Villa Park, Il. The address where the van is: 155 E. North Ave. Villa Pa… --- ## [New Car Burns Alot of Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-burns-alot-of-oil/38077)
**Author:** [@nonewcars](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nonewcars)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2009, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-burns-alot-of-oil/38077 "2009-10-15T23:13:46Z")
I bought a new car in July 2008. This car has burned a quart of oil about every 6,000 since I've owned it! The dealer did an oil consumption study and told me this is normal. In fact they said it's okay for a new car … --- ## [Snow tires Insurance Needed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tires-insurance-needed/38057)
**Author:** [@debojo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/debojo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2009, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tires-insurance-needed/38057 "2009-10-15T16:22:08Z")
I am shopping for new snow tires for my Honda Accord, and the salesman wants me to get "insurance" at $14/tire. This would cover any replacements needed and rotations. Do you think this is a good idea? --- ## [2010 Lexus RX 350 AWD - Driving on the beach](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lexus-rx-350-awd-driving-on-the-beach/38132)
**Author:** [@JusChecking](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JusChecking)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2009, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lexus-rx-350-awd-driving-on-the-beach/38132 "2009-10-15T14:01:20Z")
Hi! We take our Mercury Mountaineer to Outerbanks beaches and drive down to the shore by letting air out (from 35 to 20 PSI) and putting it into 4W-high. We need to replace this car and are thinking of buying a 2010 Lex… --- ## [Jeep Cherokee & A/C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-cherokee-a-c/38126)
**Author:** [@brbvcell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brbvcell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2009, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-cherokee-a-c/38126 "2009-10-15T04:09:19Z")
We would like to purchase a used Jeep Cherokee(we haven't decided on a style) as a "work" vehicle ie. haul dog, camping, home improvement projects, etc. We live in central Texas and A/C is as important as the vehicle act… --- ## [Chevy Silverado Stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-silverado-stalling/38111)
**Author:** [@kidkeno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kidkeno)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2009, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-silverado-stalling/38111 "2009-10-14T19:44:56Z")
Hi, I own a 2001 4.8l V8 Chevy Silverado regular cab pickup that has been stalling about once a week while driving. The stalling mostly occours while backing up or turning, and has yet to happen going straight(ie f… --- ## [I'll be a diamond someday](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ill-be-a-diamond-someday/37731)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2009, 10:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ill-be-a-diamond-someday/37731 "2009-10-14T10:30:53Z")
Coal is fairly cheap and abundant,but sure has a lot of issues.Not counting the jobs the loss of cheap electricity would create in the auto industry and others,would moving from coal to say,nuclear.Put that many people o… --- ## [Contaminated Gasoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/contaminated-gasoline/37965)
**Author:** [@martin1000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martin1000)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2009, 9:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/contaminated-gasoline/37965 "2009-10-14T09:38:19Z")
I filled up with gasoline at a Marathon Station in Talladega, Alabama. I drove 25 miles into Anniston, Alabama and the Colorado quit running. I was able to continue to start the engine about every 4 truck lengths and c… --- ## [American cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/american-cars/37890)
**Author:** [@encore131](https://community.cartalk.com/u/encore131)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2009, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/american-cars/37890 "2009-10-14T04:27:29Z")
are american cars relaible because i heard that a mustang would most like break down every couple of years --- ## [Help. Need new car ideas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-need-new-car-ideas/38056)
**Author:** [@EHorner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EHorner)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2009, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-need-new-car-ideas/38056 "2009-10-13T23:32:00Z")
I have a Forester which I like fine, BUT now that I have two dogs and 3 crates in it, it's too small to add grandchildren and "stuff." What I would like is a somewhat bigger, AWD, Hybrid car. Not keen on a minivan. DO… --- ## [Low MPG/high capacity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mpg-high-capacity/38014)
**Author:** [@jrpolgar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jrpolgar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2009, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mpg-high-capacity/38014 "2009-10-13T21:50:54Z")
With our growing family, I'm looking for a vehicle that could transport 4 adults and 2 kids (in carseats) semi-comfortably. The catch is I'm trying to get something with good mileage. The Mazda 5 and the Kia Rondo seem… --- ## [Kayak Racks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kayak-racks/35547)
**Author:** [@NoLoSe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NoLoSe)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2009, 5:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kayak-racks/35547 "2009-10-13T17:56:27Z")
I have a 2005 Saturn VUE with factory installed luggage rack. I've been looking at J racks to carry a kayak on top. However, I am not sure where to secure the tie downs for the bow and stern. Any suggestions on best rack… --- ## [1007 ford V10 triton engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1007-ford-v10-triton-engine/37989)
**Author:** [@grillo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grillo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2009, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1007-ford-v10-triton-engine/37989 "2009-10-13T17:32:44Z")
My 1997 ford v10 spit out a spark plug yesterday and after getting on the internet to research this problem it appears this is a somewhat common problem.What is the best fix as many of comments indicate repeat problems … --- ## [Turn a life into a dream!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-a-life-into-a-dream/37943)
**Author:** [@Kirooshkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirooshkin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2009, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-a-life-into-a-dream/37943 "2009-10-12T15:40:17Z")
Hallo Tom and Ray. I change oils at a dealership and go to school for Automotive degree. I would probably like working as a tech, but it?s not my dream. My dream job is to be a test-driver: driving different and/or new c… --- ## [What type of car should i get](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-car-should-i-get/37889)
**Author:** [@encore131](https://community.cartalk.com/u/encore131)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2009, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-car-should-i-get/37889 "2009-10-12T14:31:10Z")
i need a car that is under 10k and it should look cool. i want a car with power but it can only use regular gas --- ## [2010 Insight be a Family Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-insight-be-a-family-car/37944)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2009, 11:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-insight-be-a-family-car/37944 "2009-10-12T11:37:44Z")
Consists of 2 adults weighting under 155 lbs (under 5' 8") and 2 kids? Would this be sufficient for perhaps once a yr interstate trips? What do you think? There is Accord Crossover: http://www...486f6e… --- ## [Why OH Why](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-oh-why/37958)
**Author:** [@djsiam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djsiam)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2009, 6:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-oh-why/37958 "2009-10-12T06:26:24Z")
Can anyone tell me why I have recieved no comments on the saturn ion window issue a few threads back. Tried yesterday with no comments also. Am I doing something wrong? --- ## [New breaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-breaks/37976)
**Author:** [@timlee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timlee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2009, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-breaks/37976 "2009-10-12T02:47:38Z")
i put new breake on my truck and the back right side its like wont move [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=463) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=465)