# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=85 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 86 --- ## [Fully Redoing 1968 Fastback Mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fully-redoing-1968-fastback-mustang/181094)
**Author:** [@Acorns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acorns)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2021, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fully-redoing-1968-fastback-mustang/181094 "2021-12-12T03:39:46Z")
Hi (this is my first post btw)! Is it possible to pretty much completely redo a 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback? It was my dad’s first car and it would be really cool if it could be mine too. We would need to completely stri… --- ## [When do you decide to part with your old car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-do-you-decide-to-part-with-your-old-car/180990)
**Author:** [@TC8130](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TC8130)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2021, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-do-you-decide-to-part-with-your-old-car/180990 "2021-12-11T23:35:47Z")
I’ve had my 2006 Toyota Camry since 2005. So it’s been 16+ years and only have 120K miles. It is still on factory brakes both front and rear, and factory clutch. I am getting concerned that I’ll soon need new brakes a… --- ## [New tesla electric charging stations at the supermarket. Edumicate me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tesla-electric-charging-stations-at-the-supermarket-edumicate-me/180908)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2021, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tesla-electric-charging-stations-at-the-supermarket-edumicate-me/180908 "2021-12-11T20:06:50Z")
Does any Tesla charge for free? For non Tesla I see you can get an adapter, do you have to pay? If so how as there is no card reader on the station. Read the super chargers can only be used on Tesla, how do you tell. A… --- ## [Best snow brush](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-snow-brush/131522)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2021, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-snow-brush/131522 "2021-12-11T14:19:34Z")
Hey all! Just curious what type of snow brush you all use to remove snow from your darker colored vehicles? I had been using the traditional nylon brush (very lightly not to scratch my paint), but came across a “snowbru… --- ## [I put pressure on driver seat back and heard a pop and rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-put-pressure-on-driver-seat-back-and-heard-a-pop-and-rattle/181198)
**Author:** [@shap\_man50\_178538](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shap_man50_178538)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2021, 9:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-put-pressure-on-driver-seat-back-and-heard-a-pop-and-rattle/181198 "2021-12-11T09:04:42Z")
Hello, I have a habit of putting pressure against my driver seat when I’m sitting (left foot against foot rest and pushing body back into seat). Today I heard a “pop” and then a kind of rattle like something broke off an… --- ## [A pre-purchase inspection could have saved him from this nightmare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-pre-purchase-inspection-could-have-saved-him-from-this-nightmare/181187)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2021, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-pre-purchase-inspection-could-have-saved-him-from-this-nightmare/181187 "2021-12-10T18:09:28Z")
--- ## [Banging noise coming from under my glove box when I start my engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/banging-noise-coming-from-under-my-glove-box-when-i-start-my-engine/82529)
**Author:** [@old43fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old43fan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2021, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/banging-noise-coming-from-under-my-glove-box-when-i-start-my-engine/82529 "2021-12-08T23:42:01Z")
About 3 weeks ago my car,a 2007 saturn vue 6cyc., started making banging noises in the glove box when i start the car. The noise last for about 10 seconds and is very loud. The car runs great, no problems. Any idears --- ## [Mercedes 2016 e-250 emblem on the front grille](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-2016-e-250-emblem-on-the-front-grille/181143)
**Author:** [@aarem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aarem)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2021, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-2016-e-250-emblem-on-the-front-grille/181143 "2021-12-08T20:55:42Z")
Hi, My Mercedes E-250 was in an accident from the previous owner and the grille in front was a bit damaged, mostly cosmetic. We recently came back from the dealer, and on the way back, on the freeway, there was a strange… --- ## [Guns in cars, how common is it and are they loaded?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/guns-in-cars-how-common-is-it-and-are-they-loaded/181050)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2021, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/guns-in-cars-how-common-is-it-and-are-they-loaded/181050 "2021-12-07T05:18:38Z")
OK, I am ignorant about this stuff, but drive by shootings etc. got me to wondering. --- ## [If you own any of these GM vehicles, and your A/C crapped-out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-any-of-these-gm-vehicles-and-your-a-c-crapped-out/181091)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-any-of-these-gm-vehicles-and-your-a-c-crapped-out/181091 "2021-12-06T23:43:29Z")
… you should be aware that the Class Action Suit against GM has been given judicial clearance to proceed: 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade 2014-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2015-2017 Chevrolet Suburban 2015-2017 Chevrolet Tahoe … --- ## [65 speed limit sign which appears 55 at night still in use anywhere?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/65-speed-limit-sign-which-appears-55-at-night-still-in-use-anywhere/181075)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/65-speed-limit-sign-which-appears-55-at-night-still-in-use-anywhere/181075 "2021-12-06T23:16:35Z")
Apparently the 6 had a 3M material in the number 5 over it which reflected 5 toward theadlights. In daylight we saw 65. At night 5 was reflected toward the driver so we saw 55. When? Where? Still in use? The rail… --- ## [Mechanic installed wrong part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-installed-wrong-part/181069)
**Author:** [@Klfern\_178472](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Klfern_178472)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-installed-wrong-part/181069 "2021-12-06T22:57:08Z")
Prior to purchasing a used 2015 dodge journey, the dealership informed me an oik leak was fixed, costing over $500. This was one reason thr sale price was firm. About 4 months later, i lost a ton of oil and only realize… --- ## ['Mr Boffo' goes to the mechanic, gets taken to the cleaners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mr-boffo-goes-to-the-mechanic-gets-taken-to-the-cleaners/181104)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mr-boffo-goes-to-the-mechanic-gets-taken-to-the-cleaners/181104 "2021-12-06T22:51:09Z")
http://www.mrboffo.com/comicsweb/mrboffoweb/strips/20211206bfo\_s\_color\_web.jpg --- ## [Brooke Kaio Newbie](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brooke-kaio-newbie/181096)
**Author:** [@saawconceptst\_178483](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saawconceptst_178483)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brooke-kaio-newbie/181096 "2021-12-06T21:47:44Z")
Brooke Kaio here, I just joined this forum. --- ## [Want to argue about oil filters?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-argue-about-oil-filters/181043)
**Author:** [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-argue-about-oil-filters/181043 "2021-12-06T16:38:38Z")
Just an FYI, tonight at 9:00 PM EST, Engine Masters on Motor Trend will be doing an “Oil Filter Shootout”. No idea what that will consist of, but might be interesting. --- ## [Rare model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rare-model/180939)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rare-model/180939 "2021-12-05T23:29:02Z")
Here’s one I’ve never seen in person. No, I did not paste that up myself. I found on a Google Street View picture. --- ## [Trying to figure out what this is](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-figure-out-what-this-is/180987)
**Author:** [@zacharymoris99\_178421](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zacharymoris99_178421)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-figure-out-what-this-is/180987 "2021-12-05T23:23:53Z")
Just got this used Toyota Sequoia. Strange piece attached to instrument panel. Anybody know what this is?? --- ## [How Clean Do You Keep the Interior of Your Cars?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-clean-do-you-keep-the-interior-of-your-cars/180988)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 3:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-clean-do-you-keep-the-interior-of-your-cars/180988 "2021-12-05T15:36:37Z")
Just curious what the range of acceptability is? Years ago I had a co-worker who’s SUV was a total mess, the floors, seats were coated w/ various dried out breakfasts from years past. Toast crumbs, jam, yogurt, bacon… --- ## [Citroen Engine in Peugeot 207](https://community.cartalk.com/t/citroen-engine-in-peugeot-207/181042)
**Author:** [@Chris.nield\_178451](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris.nield_178451)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/citroen-engine-in-peugeot-207/181042 "2021-12-05T03:43:25Z")
Hi all, recent bought a 2nd hand Peugeot 207 mplay, 07 plate, petrol. The car drives like new, however, there’s a Citroen engine in it. I’m assuming the original engine was replaced at some point? I know they’re both … --- ## [Tire warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-warranty/180982)
**Author:** [@netmouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/netmouse)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-warranty/180982 "2021-12-05T00:02:25Z")
I bought 4 new Michelin Premier tires 3 years ago. They were really hyped when I read up on them. Bought the best, I thought. My Toyota Corolla had 32,000 miles at the time. I was recently told that I need new tires.… --- ## [Cold Frontier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-frontier/180931)
**Author:** [@scottadams650\_166242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottadams650_166242)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2021, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-frontier/180931 "2021-12-04T02:48:25Z")
Hello car talk community. I am getting myself prepared to takle changing out the heater core in my Nissan Frontier,and was hoping someone in the community could give me a lil insite to the part itself. A lot of the onlin… --- ## [Stuff dishonest car dealers used to put in the oil of worn out engines?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuff-dishonest-car-dealers-used-to-put-in-the-oil-of-worn-out-engines/88909)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2021, 8:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuff-dishonest-car-dealers-used-to-put-in-the-oil-of-worn-out-engines/88909 "2021-12-02T08:57:24Z")
I overheard some friends talking about buying a used car. One said to make sure that no one had put sawdust or banana peels in the oil! Now I had heard this statement or something similar years ago and had forgotten. … --- ## [Honda Pilot 30K miles. What things to be change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-pilot-30k-miles-what-things-to-be-change/181008)
**Author:** [@jaginivamshi\_178432](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaginivamshi_178432)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2021, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-pilot-30k-miles-what-things-to-be-change/181008 "2021-12-02T02:46:46Z")
What things need to be consider next servicing, as it’s reaching 30K miles on it. I want to keep the vehicle for long term without any issues. --- ## [Transmission shop booked to January 3rd. Can I drain and replace transmission fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-shop-booked-to-january-3rd-can-i-drain-and-replace-transmission-fluid/180991)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2021, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-shop-booked-to-january-3rd-can-i-drain-and-replace-transmission-fluid/180991 "2021-12-02T00:49:12Z")
Transmission shop does not do transmission oil flushes, claiming such causes more problems than just drain and fill. Can one periodically drain and replace the exact amount drained? Eventually most of the transmission … --- ## [Is Refund Consulting Legal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-refund-consulting-legal/180973)
**Author:** [@ufev1234\_178413](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ufev1234_178413)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2021, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-refund-consulting-legal/180973 "2021-12-01T03:41:39Z")
Hi, I am Helen, Is Refund Consulting Legal --- ## [If you were a pro-mechanic, how would you handle this situation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-were-a-pro-mechanic-how-would-you-handle-this-situation/180863)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2021, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-were-a-pro-mechanic-how-would-you-handle-this-situation/180863 "2021-12-01T02:18:13Z")
Customer comes in, says the AC is blowing hot air. You ask them to show you the car in the parking lot. Sure enough, hot air from the AC. You pop the hood, notice a brand new alternator has recently been installed. … --- ## [This could be a game changer for EVs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-could-be-a-game-changer-for-evs/180989)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2021, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-could-be-a-game-changer-for-evs/180989 "2021-12-01T00:31:36Z")
Nissan Announces Proprietary Solid-State Batteries: $75/kWh Pack (insideevs.com) --- ## [What’s the purpose of 12 point sockets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-the-purpose-of-12-point-sockets/180477)
**Author:** [@Scrapyard-John](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrapyard-John)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2021, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-the-purpose-of-12-point-sockets/180477 "2021-11-30T23:18:39Z")
So I took off work today as I have some vacation time to use or lose before the end of the year. Decided to cut down a cedar tree in the yard that I accidentally half killed when burning leaves last year. Long story, but… --- ## [Does anyone know what kind of truck this is?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-know-what-kind-of-truck-this-is/180984)
**Author:** [@pyrolord314](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pyrolord314)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2021, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-know-what-kind-of-truck-this-is/180984 "2021-11-30T19:48:59Z")
This neat truck pulled up next to me while I was waiting at a red light driving home from work yesterday. Right hand driver, it’s a Honda brand (I looked back at the logo as I was driving away). Anyone know what it is? … --- ## [Dash cam recommendation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-cam-recommendation/180896)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2021, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-cam-recommendation/180896 "2021-11-30T14:22:49Z")
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