# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=469 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 470 --- ## [New "rocking" tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rocking-tires/36296)
**Author:** [@new\_tire](https://community.cartalk.com/u/new_tire)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2009, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rocking-tires/36296 "2009-09-09T23:33:43Z")
Is it common for new tires to create a sideways rocking motion when driving on grooved highways? My dealer told me after checking the alignment , re-balancing and lowering the tie pressure they need to "wear in" --- ## [Nuclear radiation and automobiles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nuclear-radiation-and-automobiles/36201)
**Author:** [@Z69105](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Z69105)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2009, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nuclear-radiation-and-automobiles/36201 "2009-09-09T23:03:37Z")
Remember the movie "The Day After" when the cars on K-10 all stalled out right before the blast? I'm wondering, what exactly would have caused that. I'd guess radiation playing heck with the OBD systems, but this movie… --- ## [2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Used Car to Avoid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-grand-cherokee-used-car-to-avoid/36308)
**Author:** [@roger-e](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roger-e)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2009, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-grand-cherokee-used-car-to-avoid/36308 "2009-09-09T15:31:28Z")
Apparently once again I have the car buying process backwards. I buy the car, then research it. In checking Edmunds, I find that the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo is rated somewhat below average. More disturbing is tha… --- ## [2000 Honda van noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-van-noise/36360)
**Author:** [@twinlk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twinlk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2009, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-van-noise/36360 "2009-09-09T15:16:11Z")
Above a certain temperature (warmer months) my 2000 Honda van emits a low pitched noise when the speed gets above about 45 mph. I've checked, and had a mechanic check, under the van to see if something is loose. Nada. An… --- ## [Car repair without a garage/driveway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-without-a-garage-driveway/36278)
**Author:** [@Casey337](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Casey337)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2009, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-without-a-garage-driveway/36278 "2009-09-08T16:55:32Z")
I live in an apartment complex and they don't allow you to do work on cars in the parking lot. I've looked into renting garage space, but thats expensive and I'm operating on a graduate student's income (i.e. virtually … --- ## [Electric cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-cars/36038)
**Author:** [@oosnahvie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oosnahvie)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2009, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-cars/36038 "2009-09-08T13:56:57Z")
how much electricity does a battery put out while going highway speeds in an average electric car? --- ## [Manual Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission/36243)
**Author:** [@azimuth361](https://community.cartalk.com/u/azimuth361)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2009, 11:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission/36243 "2009-09-08T11:33:59Z")
I have a '98 Wrangler with a 5-speed manual. I was out for a drive with my friend, Irina who possess an impressive amount of knowledge about cars.... for a girl. As I approached a red light, I pulled it out of 5th with… --- ## [Stick shift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stick-shift/36184)
**Author:** [@barbaraja](https://community.cartalk.com/u/barbaraja)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2009, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stick-shift/36184 "2009-09-07T22:31:59Z")
Is there a hybrid stick shift?? --- ## [Chrystler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrystler/36269)
**Author:** [@lorraine12138](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lorraine12138)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2009, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrystler/36269 "2009-09-07T22:22:55Z")
Dear bob tom and ray Do you have any knowledge of a car we owned in the 50s either a chrysler of desoto that the radio was controlled by a button on the left side floorboard that you used to change stations on the radi… --- ## [Wiring the voltage regulator power to brake lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiring-the-voltage-regulator-power-to-brake-lights/36233)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2009, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiring-the-voltage-regulator-power-to-brake-lights/36233 "2009-09-07T20:18:56Z")
I know that there's a electric pigtail going to the voltage regulator on the alternator on my car, and the generator won't run if this isn't installed. I also figure that one of the inputs is 12VDC. So, what would h… --- ## [Registration question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/registration-question/36146)
**Author:** [@leh3324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leh3324)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2009, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/registration-question/36146 "2009-09-07T14:07:17Z")
my son is off to college. we live in ny and he goes to school in colorado. does he have to register his car? Two points: 1) the car will return home every summer and 2) it is titled in our (the parents') names. --- ## [Mountain driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mountain-driving/35759)
**Author:** [@CayLacey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CayLacey)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2009, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mountain-driving/35759 "2009-09-07T01:37:29Z")
I have a T&C stow and go which does everything I need except it is worthless in the mountains. The 3.3l engine doesn't need to go uphill fast, but the 4-spd transmission won't keep the speed down going the other way. Con… --- ## [Backup camera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/backup-camera/36142)
**Author:** [@SPDTVT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SPDTVT)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2009, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/backup-camera/36142 "2009-09-07T00:47:29Z")
Do you have any advice about/experience with aftermarket backup cameras for a Prius? I should have bought the model that came equipped with one. --- ## [Plastic cover on top of maxima engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plastic-cover-on-top-of-maxima-engine/36207)
**Author:** [@vlreddick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vlreddick)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2009, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plastic-cover-on-top-of-maxima-engine/36207 "2009-09-06T20:43:04Z")
My car rattles and the plastic rattles in the wind and bangs with bumpe and it has 2,000 miles on it. I have found it's that very loose, flimsy plastic on top of the engine. A real problem for me as I traded my other c… --- ## [Used seafoam in gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-seafoam-in-gas-tank/36160)
**Author:** [@kmfunder07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmfunder07)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2009, 11:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-seafoam-in-gas-tank/36160 "2009-09-06T11:45:24Z")
PUT CAN OF SEAFOAM IN NISSAN AND NOW AFTER 2DAYS IT IS IS FUMIGATING THE WORLD WITH WHITE SMOKE FROM THE TAILPIPE. HAS THE SEAFOAM DAMAGED THE FUEL SYSTEM, FOWLED THE INJECTORS OR WHATE --- ## [Songs on the show](https://community.cartalk.com/t/songs-on-the-show/36154)
**Author:** [@webbdrive](https://community.cartalk.com/u/webbdrive)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2009, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/songs-on-the-show/36154 "2009-09-06T02:46:29Z")
anyone know the name of the song and who sings it? it had the chorus "they're all jerks" --- ## [Will a paper air filter prevent hydrolock?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-paper-air-filter-prevent-hydrolock/36190)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2009, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-paper-air-filter-prevent-hydrolock/36190 "2009-09-06T01:40:22Z")
Recently, I got a bit of cork in a bottle of wine and decided to filter it out via use of a new paper-element air filter I had lying around. Lo and behold, it prevented flow! So I got curious and tried several fluid… --- ## [Get Free Museum Passes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-free-museum-passes/36189)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2009, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-free-museum-passes/36189 "2009-09-05T22:23:03Z")
http://mic...museumday/ --- ## [Eddie Who?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eddie-who/36135)
**Author:** [@WSUSubaru](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WSUSubaru)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2009, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eddie-who/36135 "2009-09-05T13:26:46Z")
My wife remembers there being an Eddie Bauer edition of Subaru Outback, and I think she's getting Eddie Bauer confused with L.L. Bean. How can we best settle this serious question once and for all? --- ## [Synthetic Oil and Odd Sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/synthetic-oil-and-odd-sound/35305)
**Author:** [@Susanw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Susanw)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2009, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/synthetic-oil-and-odd-sound/35305 "2009-09-05T04:47:13Z")
My 2003 Impala has 78,000 and this past weekend my husband changed the oil and used synthetic for the first time.The engine began sounding like a small engine plane. He did overfill it slightly and since drained it… --- ## [How can I connect light bar turn signal lamps?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-connect-light-bar-turn-signal-lamps/35823)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2009, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-connect-light-bar-turn-signal-lamps/35823 "2009-09-05T04:35:57Z")
2008 Expedition XLT Light bar has two unused rear-facing yellow lamps. We want to connect them as turn signals. Are there wires under the dash to which we can connect the light bar turn signal wires. Otherw… --- ## [New car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/35822)
**Author:** [@Judybug](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Judybug)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2009, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/35822 "2009-09-04T22:48:12Z")
Retiring in 4 years. Want a car that is reliable and will last long time into retirement. Want it paid off by retirement(4yrs.) 25-30K. Want comfort and reliability. Any suggestions? --- ## [Need advice on bigger vehicle (used) - preferably one I can sleep in!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-on-bigger-vehicle-used-preferably-one-i-can-sleep-in/35905)
**Author:** [@mizlucy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mizlucy)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2009, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-on-bigger-vehicle-used-preferably-one-i-can-sleep-in/35905 "2009-09-04T22:24:51Z")
I have an 06 Forester that is a great car, but I need more room. I'll be taking a couple of extended trips this year (clinicals for my grad program). I'm thinking of a minivan b/c of room for my stuff & 2 cats, and can s… --- ## [Automotive Hypochondria](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automotive-hypochondria/36043)
**Author:** [@AustinMiniMan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AustinMiniMan)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2009, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automotive-hypochondria/36043 "2009-09-04T18:08:09Z")
I sent this to Tom and Ray, but I figured I'd let the forum community take a stab at solving my dissolutions as well. Wow... that's wishful thinking. Dear Tom and Ray, I don't have a question about a mechanica… --- ## [Head gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket/36069)
**Author:** [@stockton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stockton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2009, 10:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket/36069 "2009-09-04T10:02:07Z")
is steelseal any good for a slightly leaking head gasket --- ## [Keep one or sell both?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-one-or-sell-both/36035)
**Author:** [@\_1SPUD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_1SPUD)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2009, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-one-or-sell-both/36035 "2009-09-04T04:37:57Z")
I have two cars. I need help deciding which one to sell and which to fix up. Or if I should sell both and buy a newer old car. The only money I have will be from the sale of one or both cars. The first is a 1993 Sub… --- ## [Buying a used van](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-van/36047)
**Author:** [@mom\_s\_taxi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mom_s_taxi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2009, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-van/36047 "2009-09-03T22:38:12Z")
Hello, I need a vehicle that hauls at least 7 people and I only have $4000 to spend. I am looking at a 2000 Honda Oddsey and a 1999 Mazda MPV. I know Honda's are known for reliability, but I like the fact that the MPV … --- ## [Need a Vehicle for a Treehugging Family of 6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-vehicle-for-a-treehugging-family-of-6/36024)
**Author:** [@hsbhwinfrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hsbhwinfrey)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2009, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-vehicle-for-a-treehugging-family-of-6/36024 "2009-09-03T20:37:49Z")
Hello, We currently have 3 kids and drive a Toyota Prius comfortably, but with another baby on the way, we finally have to move up to something larger. We've been very disappointed to find no good hybrid minivans or… --- ## [2010 Honda Odyssey transmission reliability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-transmission-reliability/36013)
**Author:** [@Garigari](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Garigari)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2009, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-transmission-reliability/36013 "2009-09-03T12:41:51Z")
My family is planning to buy a new minivan Honda Odyssey 2010. But with we are hearing scary chat about transmission reliability; it seems that Hondas biggest problem is transmission, is Toyota sienna more reliable in… --- ## [Paper Memorabilia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paper-memorabilia/36022)
**Author:** [@jennyrauch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennyrauch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2009, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paper-memorabilia/36022 "2009-09-02T23:30:21Z")
I have a 1970 Buick Lesabre owner's manual and a 1961 Rambler; dissatisfied owner correspondence letter, any takers? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=468) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=470)