# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=96 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 97 --- ## [The 2021 Ford Bronco](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2021-ford-bronco/137280)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2021-ford-bronco/137280 "2021-06-28T23:15:14Z")
… appears to have been inspired by the old International Harvester Scout. --- ## [Best wheel bearings - Timken?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-wheel-bearings-timken/177677)
**Author:** [@psanzone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psanzone)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-wheel-bearings-timken/177677 "2021-06-28T18:19:06Z")
Need front wheel bearings. My dad always said that Timken bearings are the best. They are available on Rock Auto. I think they are still made in the USA. Are they the best? --- ## [Simoniz GlassCoat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/simoniz-glasscoat/52491)
**Author:** [@seaduk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seaduk)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/simoniz-glasscoat/52491 "2021-06-28T16:35:26Z")
I just bought a 2011 Outback Wagon. I am trying to decide whether to get the Simoniz GlassCoat paint, carpet, fabric & leather protection plan. Are these necessary, and do they protect the car? Thanks, Charlie --- ## [Pep Boys is beginning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pep-boys-is-beginning/177642)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pep-boys-is-beginning/177642 "2021-06-26T23:32:17Z")
… to close its retail parts & accessories stores in order to concentrate on car repairs and tires. I guess that the closure of most (all??) of the Sears Auto Centers leaves a void in the marketplace for sketchy repair … --- ## [Mobile phones](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mobile-phones/177574)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mobile-phones/177574 "2021-06-26T16:56:41Z")
… in the late 1940s! I think it’s interesting to see the bulky equipment that they needed to install in cars in order to be able to make mobile calls. This Bell Labs film runs about 10 minutes. (489) The Dial Comes … --- ## [Cleaning the Plenum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-the-plenum/177659)
**Author:** [@JohnPalmieri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnPalmieri)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 12:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-the-plenum/177659 "2021-06-26T12:48:28Z")
My girlfriend purchased a new 2018 Audi Q5, from this dealer. When it was in for standard maintenance they tried to tell her the “plenum needed cleaning”. They wanted $200 for this service. I advised against it. When she… --- ## [Parking... Costco Loves Its Customers' Cars and My Cars Love Them Back For Me!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-costco-loves-its-customers-cars-and-my-cars-love-them-back-for-me/175968)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-costco-loves-its-customers-cars-and-my-cars-love-them-back-for-me/175968 "2021-06-25T22:12:48Z")
Qualifier I shop at several “chain” retail stores for groceries, household stuff, prescriptions, electronics, etcetera, mainly in two states, but places in between, too. One thing I dislike most about shopping is to try… --- ## [Car names for fun](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-names-for-fun/175940)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-names-for-fun/175940 "2021-06-25T20:09:09Z")
So in another forum someone decided to ask what profession might be associated with a particular car name. I said an astronomer might drive a Nova or a Galaxy, your fun correlations? --- ## [My Carfax is wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-carfax-is-wrong/177625)
**Author:** [@VOLVO-V70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLVO-V70)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-carfax-is-wrong/177625 "2021-06-24T19:13:18Z")
The dealer where we bought our 2018 Ford Fiesta has changed hands as so many dealer places do anymore. They offer a free Carfax on the vehicle as long as we own it. Nice feature if it was correct. The report shows seve… --- ## [Repair bum trans?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-bum-trans/177602)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-bum-trans/177602 "2021-06-24T12:57:10Z")
2010+ equinoxes are known for trans issues. Mainly the wave plate issue. Is a used trans just waiting for the failure? Sonex makes a repair part. Is putting that part/kit on a good used trans a good idea? --- ## [Congratulations to my local mechanic's shop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/congratulations-to-my-local-mechanics-shop/177605)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/congratulations-to-my-local-mechanics-shop/177605 "2021-06-23T20:53:42Z")
75 years in business, under the same family’s ownership! Their Shell station still sits on one corner of their old farm. --- ## [Mounting a European Style license plate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mounting-a-european-style-license-plate/177626)
**Author:** [@AudiFlyGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AudiFlyGuy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mounting-a-european-style-license-plate/177626 "2021-06-23T16:43:24Z")
What would I need to purchase (mounting brackets) for a euro front plate? The car has no drilled holes - nothing. Thanks! --- ## [Long windshield crack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-windshield-crack/177622)
**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-windshield-crack/177622 "2021-06-23T15:52:20Z")
Woke up to this crack that’s probably only going to get bigger. I’m screwed right? --- ## [Car Issues \*\*\*](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-issues/177570)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-issues/177570 "2021-06-23T05:57:43Z")
The show on Motortrend, not issues with my cars. This show is a great tutorial in how to buy a vehicle by showing what not to do. Time and again, Tyler Hoover buys another couple of used cars without having them inspecte… --- ## [Car squeaking, not the breaks!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-squeaking-not-the-breaks/87616)
**Author:** [@chrisfer7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisfer7)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-squeaking-not-the-breaks/87616 "2021-06-22T03:03:29Z")
2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 140k miles Hey guys so for about 3 weeks or so i have been having this squeaking noise similar to the noise you hear when your breaks are worn out and you need to replace them. It sounds like it … --- ## [Toyota and Honda's Magical Locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-and-hondas-magical-locks/177572)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-and-hondas-magical-locks/177572 "2021-06-21T23:33:24Z")
I have a 2019 Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback and a 2020 Honda Fit. Both have the keyless entry. I always have the key fobs in my pocket when I wash the cars (to make sure the windows are all the way up before I start…); a… --- ## [Parking in Paris](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-in-paris/177481)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-in-paris/177481 "2021-06-21T03:06:44Z")
If you think it was difficult previously, it is now officially much more difficult to park on the street. In my visits there over the years, I frequently observed Smart cars and other micro vehicles parked sideway in t… --- ## [To all fathers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-all-fathers/177571)
**Author:** [@weekend-warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weekend-warrior)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-all-fathers/177571 "2021-06-20T23:06:55Z")
Have a HAPPY FATHERS DAY! My dad got cancer when I was about 25. he beat it for 10 years but then it came back and we lost him. I have learned so much from him. I miss him every day. spend as much time with your kids an… --- ## [Apple is really serious](https://community.cartalk.com/t/apple-is-really-serious/177374)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/apple-is-really-serious/177374 "2021-06-20T15:05:14Z")
… about entering the electric vehicle marketplace: Apple Hires Former BMW Executive for Its Rebooted Car Project - Bloomberg --- ## [1 second gain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-second-gain/177423)
**Author:** [@wolfyk2\_175736](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolfyk2_175736)\ **Replies:** 149\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 9:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-second-gain/177423 "2021-06-20T09:06:21Z")
Hi! After installing a chip tuning box on my car I gained 1 second less in test acceleration intervals 50-100kmh and 80-100kmh. It is useful in real life? Worth keeping the tuning box? To mention that question is not r… --- ## [Nissan sentra 2016](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-2016/177465)
**Author:** [@gregorym38\_175755](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregorym38_175755)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-2016/177465 "2021-06-20T02:38:11Z")
i opened up the glove box to access the air filter, i had to take out three screws and the box popped out. only problem now is that i cant screw it back in, i tried pushing it in and screwing one of each of the screws in… --- ## [Future Graduations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/future-graduations/177263)
**Author:** [@Beancounter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beancounter)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/future-graduations/177263 "2021-06-18T20:59:53Z")
As experienced and polite car fans, during this Graduation Season I’m interested in your opinions on how you would advise a new High School Freshman interested in an automotive future? Not everybody has the interest, dr… --- ## [GM steps-up its investment in EVs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-steps-up-its-investment-in-evs/177510)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-steps-up-its-investment-in-evs/177510 "2021-06-18T14:04:47Z")
--- ## [Put ash trays back in cars and trucks!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/put-ash-trays-back-in-cars-and-trucks/177325)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/put-ash-trays-back-in-cars-and-trucks/177325 "2021-06-18T02:21:01Z")
We now have positive proof of 4 major forest fires in North America having been started by a still burning cigarette being thrown out of a car window. Nearly all vehicle have carpets and no smoker is going to stomp his … --- ## [Turbocharger reliability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbocharger-reliability/177457)
**Author:** [@POSITRACTION](https://community.cartalk.com/u/POSITRACTION)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbocharger-reliability/177457 "2021-06-18T02:00:48Z")
I am looking at midsized all wheel drive vehicles. Living in Utah where most driving is above 4000 feet and each month I make at least two trips over passes at 7000+ feet I gave up on 4 cylinder cars years ago, favoring… --- ## [2003 Jaguar S-Type - Looking for Mr. or Ms. Right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jaguar-s-type-looking-for-mr-or-ms-right/177488)
**Author:** [@Frank21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frank21)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jaguar-s-type-looking-for-mr-or-ms-right/177488 "2021-06-18T00:15:35Z")
anybody know of a good, honest, and experienced jaguar mechanic in Simi Valley ? --- ## [Bye-Bye for Lordstown Motors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bye-bye-for-lordstown-motors/177466)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2021, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bye-bye-for-lordstown-motors/177466 "2021-06-17T20:56:40Z")
--- ## [Have you seen the Jeep wave?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-seen-the-jeep-wave/177467)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-seen-the-jeep-wave/177467 "2021-06-16T22:41:40Z")
Car Talk took a close look at the Jeep Wave. In our testing of the Wrangler and Gladiator, one of the coolest parts of these cars is the wave from fellow Jeepsters: --- ## [Driving by an oil refinery, what is the pleasant steak-like smell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-by-an-oil-refinery-what-is-the-pleasant-steak-like-smell/177425)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2021, 11:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-by-an-oil-refinery-what-is-the-pleasant-steak-like-smell/177425 "2021-06-15T11:11:17Z")
Wife and I both like it. Smells like well done steak. Combusted hydrogen sulfide gas? H₂S Thank you. Addendum: Often smelled every day at various times we happen to pass by on the Interstate highway. Interesting o… --- ## [Just made a ducktail spoiler. How does it look? :)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-made-a-ducktail-spoiler-how-does-it-look/177446)
**Author:** [@Mikey12093\_175115](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikey12093_175115)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2021, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-made-a-ducktail-spoiler-how-does-it-look/177446 "2021-06-14T18:25:26Z")
This took 12 hours of work, finished in 1 day and now I’m exhausted lol. But it turned out exactly how I wanted it to look. Mix of a rubber spoiler, 2 coats of fiberglass gorilla hair structure filler, and regular body f… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=95) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=97)