# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=478 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 479 --- ## [Driver looking to Connect with Vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-looking-to-connect-with-vehicle/32749)
**Author:** [@Cliffrun2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cliffrun2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-looking-to-connect-with-vehicle/32749 "2009-07-02T18:48:04Z")
Does anyone know if there are contract opportunities for a driver to relocate a domestic vehicle from one city to another? My situation is this, I am assisting my daughter in a move from Virginia to Atlanta, GA and the … --- ## [2001 dodge dakota missfiring O2 sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-missfiring-o2-sensor/32769)
**Author:** [@clsearl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clsearl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-missfiring-o2-sensor/32769 "2009-07-02T18:23:37Z")
My 2001 Dodge dakota has been missfiring, also when I try to accelerate the Rpms increase but the truck acts like its bogging down and then finally kicks in. I had the auto store read the code and it said bank 1 was to… --- ## [4th of JULY!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4th-of-july/32752)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4th-of-july/32752 "2009-07-02T17:35:09Z")
http://chr...anflag.jpg It isn't all about picnics and fireworks THANKS! To ALL of us who served. --- ## [DIY Body work on a 88 ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-body-work-on-a-88-ranger/32693)
**Author:** [@tjadams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjadams)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-body-work-on-a-88-ranger/32693 "2009-07-02T17:29:36Z")
I am about to get a 1988 Ford Ranger with significant rust damage and I was wondering, how exactly I could take care of this myself, especially considering it has created holes in the body, any help? --- ## [!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/topic/32703)
**Author:** [@Jean77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jean77)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/topic/32703 "2009-07-02T13:54:03Z")
Hi, please can you tell me any Web Site where i can see cars ratings and reliabilitys ? and you was recommend me buy MB ML350, i wanna buy that car... its same better what are you had invite me, and i wanna know what y… --- ## [Husband insists on turning off stereo and air when turning off car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/husband-insists-on-turning-off-stereo-and-air-when-turning-off-car/32640)
**Author:** [@ncsongbird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ncsongbird)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 10:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/husband-insists-on-turning-off-stereo-and-air-when-turning-off-car/32640 "2009-07-02T10:43:01Z")
Is it really necessary to turn off the stereo and air conditioning when turning off the car? My husband swears that the car "starts better" if those things are off. I have a 2007 Prius and I say it doesn't matter. Who… --- ## [I got the royal wool pulled over my eyes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-got-the-royal-wool-pulled-over-my-eyes/32372)
**Author:** [@magickzzl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/magickzzl)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2009, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-got-the-royal-wool-pulled-over-my-eyes/32372 "2009-07-02T04:33:28Z")
lucky im to poor to follow through. My poor 96 accord has had the ABS light on for a year, and the check engine light came on in feb. So in feb i couldnt find anyone who was willing to scan the car for under $70 (couse i… --- ## [Extremely upset, need advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extremely-upset-need-advice/32704)
**Author:** [@TARA72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TARA72)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2009, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extremely-upset-need-advice/32704 "2009-07-01T22:36:23Z")
Hi, I have tried posting this back to my original topic but have been having problems all night with this site. I couldn't post a reply to the new topic so I have started a new one. This is in regards to "which one sho… --- ## [Which would you choose?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-would-you-choose/32628)
**Author:** [@TARA72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TARA72)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2009, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-would-you-choose/32628 "2009-06-30T19:18:40Z")
We are purchasing a CRV with 4WD tomorrow and these are the offers we have gotten so far. One offer is for the CRV LX version for 20,800 but we have had them to throw in the cargo tray which they sell for $400 for … --- ## [Towing an all wheel drive car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-an-all-wheel-drive-car/32546)
**Author:** [@juno\_2\_to](https://community.cartalk.com/u/juno_2_to)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2009, 5:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-an-all-wheel-drive-car/32546 "2009-06-30T05:27:58Z")
I was towed in the Boston are because I'd parked it the street on a street cleaning day. The cal was towed by hook i believe. I know it wasn't on a flatbed. I heard the noise, ran outside and it was being hooked up. … --- ## [2002 Toyota Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-prius/32648)
**Author:** [@pmc2009](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pmc2009)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2009, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-prius/32648 "2009-06-30T05:26:29Z")
Check out my auction on ebay For Sale 2002 Toyota Prius with Carpool stickers GO GREEN with this GASOLINE-ELECTRIC Hybrid, Learn more and see pictures on ebay Auction link below http://cgi...ESELX%3AIT … --- ## [Power child safety locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-child-safety-locks/32621)
**Author:** [@Ridley34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ridley34)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2009, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-child-safety-locks/32621 "2009-06-30T04:11:14Z")
Are there any cars that let the driver turn on/off rear door child safety locks electronically from inside the car? That is,by pressing a button instead of opening the back doors and manually flipping a lever. --- ## [AWD vs. 4-wheel HI Driving on the sand](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-vs-4-wheel-hi-driving-on-the-sand/32578)
**Author:** [@mathewmena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mathewmena)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2009, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-vs-4-wheel-hi-driving-on-the-sand/32578 "2009-06-30T02:48:58Z")
I'm taking our 2001 Grand Cherokee AWD to the outer banks of North Carolina and plan to drive on the sand. I only want to engage the 4-wheel HI if it is better on the vehicle. Thank You and your show is Great! --- ## [Engine Types](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-types/32619)
**Author:** [@BK\_Zuma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BK_Zuma)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-types/32619 "2009-06-29T23:54:41Z")
Hello i'm in the market for an Acura Legend the 91-95 body style and i come across several ads that say has type 2 engine or type 2 engine swap what does that mean and should i be looking for a type 2 engine? --- ## [Cash for Clunkers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cash-for-clunkers/32161)
**Author:** [@bobbyohio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobbyohio)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cash-for-clunkers/32161 "2009-06-29T21:20:56Z")
Ok...my wife's got a 1992 BMW 525 Touring (fancy for station wagon). If you look at the Gov EPA standards they do not have a 92 in a 525 rating. Furthermore the 91 meets the 18 mpg requirement and the 93 does not at 19… --- ## [How much life does my car have left?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-life-does-my-car-have-left/32584)
**Author:** [@vtx\_1300c](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vtx_1300c)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-life-does-my-car-have-left/32584 "2009-06-29T15:02:37Z")
I have a 1998 chevy lumina with the 3.1 liter motor with 181,000 miles. I drive around 500 miles a week, I change the oil every 3000 miles and trans fluid every 25k-30k. It has the original motor and trans and might go t… --- ## [Does Toyota lie?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-toyota-lie/31996)
**Author:** [@hershlaib](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hershlaib)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-toyota-lie/31996 "2009-06-29T14:19:02Z")
I am not usually paranoid, but... Is it possible that Toyota really wants us to think its cars are going faster than they really are? My GPS device (Garmin) consistently report a speed 2 or 3 mph slower than the speedom… --- ## [Please Help Me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me/32112)
**Author:** [@Jean77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jean77)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 7:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me/32112 "2009-06-29T07:56:24Z")
Hi all, i have few questions please answer me, because now i wanna buy new SUV car and me need help, please tell me your opinion, so 2006 Range Rover Sport much better then 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2 V6 ?? and please … --- ## [Moving and need 4wd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-and-need-4wd/32569)
**Author:** [@yankinphx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yankinphx)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 7:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-and-need-4wd/32569 "2009-06-29T07:47:57Z")
moving from the flat desert to the mountains of colorado. would like a reliable used 4WD. have about $10,000 to spend. can you reccomend a few or one in particular? --- ## [Motorcycle (ok, moped) Trailer Rentals in Boston, MA? (or one-way from Rochester, NY to Boston, MA)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motorcycle-ok-moped-trailer-rentals-in-boston-ma-or-one-way-from-rochester-ny-to-boston-ma/32213)
**Author:** [@kerspin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kerspin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2009, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motorcycle-ok-moped-trailer-rentals-in-boston-ma-or-one-way-from-rochester-ny-to-boston-ma/32213 "2009-06-28T22:35:50Z")
Hi, I need to move a Honda moped from Rochester, NY to my home in Boston, MA. Can anyone recommend places that rent motorcycle trailors? Either round-trip or one-way rentals are fine. Thank you in advance for your sug… --- ## [Reliable used cars?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliable-used-cars/32333)
**Author:** [@mpls1964](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mpls1964)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2009, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliable-used-cars/32333 "2009-06-27T17:46:32Z")
I'd love some advice on reliable used cars. I am driving a 92 Saturn that has been a trooper. It's not pretty or fancy, but it has been reliable.I need somethng that gets okay milage and I can't spend more than 10K. Sugg… --- ## [05 Odyssey NAVI code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-odyssey-navi-code/31903)
**Author:** [@jbelding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbelding)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2009, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-odyssey-navi-code/31903 "2009-06-27T16:32:40Z")
I just purchased an 05 Honda Odyssey. While checking out all the gadgets, I ran down the battery. When we jumped it, the navigation system started asking for a 4 digit code. The card that was in the glove box that say… --- ## [New car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/32064)
**Author:** [@kschaffel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kschaffel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2009, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/32064 "2009-06-27T14:27:42Z")
I just bought a new car...what are your thoughts on perma plate (paint and fabric protection) and extended warranties are a rip off right? thanks --- ## [Neat Tow Aid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neat-tow-aid/32406)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2009, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neat-tow-aid/32406 "2009-06-26T19:42:57Z")
\[image\] http://ont...oductinfo Looks like a simply elegant solution to a problem. --- ## [Midsize SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/midsize-suv/32400)
**Author:** [@mnewell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mnewell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2009, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/midsize-suv/32400 "2009-06-26T18:36:01Z")
I'm 21 years old and looking for a midsize SUV. My ultimate price cap is $8,000. I had initially looked at a Ford Explorer, but being a Ford it didn't come very highly recommended from one of my friends who is a mechanic… --- ## [One Really Neat Lady](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-really-neat-lady/32304)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2009, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-really-neat-lady/32304 "2009-06-26T14:42:18Z")
There are 'homes' full of people the age of this woman who are just sitting around waiting to die. Here: A role model http://gro...59598.html --- ## [Miata vs. Mini convertible](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miata-vs-mini-convertible/32160)
**Author:** [@Papacro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Papacro)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2009, 8:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miata-vs-mini-convertible/32160 "2009-06-26T08:28:53Z")
So, I recently posted a question about buying a '99 Miata and I want to thank everyone for their advice/info. Now that we've definitely decided on a convertible to replace our motorcycles we were wondering about this com… --- ## [Small car with big cargo space](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-car-with-big-cargo-space/32130)
**Author:** [@2teenagedrivers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2teenagedrivers)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2009, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-car-with-big-cargo-space/32130 "2009-06-26T04:20:16Z")
Hi! I live in Seattle, drive 30+ miles daily to work. I need a small car or SUV, easy to park, good gas mileage (30 highway mpg would be lovely). BUT I have 2 teenage drivers, one of whom has a 3/4 stand up base (think C… --- ## [Registration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/registration/32303)
**Author:** [@holacindy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/holacindy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2009, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/registration/32303 "2009-06-25T14:52:30Z")
I am considering buying a used car that is currently registered as inoperable in CA since it has been off road. Is it legal for me to drive it to NY (registered as inoperable) until I can register it? I will have the tit… --- ## [Automatic headlight activation/deactivation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-headlight-activation-deactivation/32350)
**Author:** [@Subdoc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Subdoc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2009, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-headlight-activation-deactivation/32350 "2009-06-25T03:54:33Z")
I recently purchased a 1998 Chevy S-10 pick-up truck that, in addition to automatic daytime running lights, has a sensor that turns on the headlights when it is "dark". The problem is I am unable to switch to parking lig… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=477) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=479)