# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1136 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1137 --- ## [JB Weld.... love it or hate it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jb-weld-love-it-or-hate-it/89598)
**Author:** [@DangerousDIY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DangerousDIY)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2015, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jb-weld-love-it-or-hate-it/89598 "2015-04-25T04:54:36Z")
My best use of JB Weld was patching a pin hole on a Ford gas tank. I followed the directions to the letter and never had a problem. I once used it in an attempt to patch a leaking heater core. It worked for about 3 da… --- ## [Doesn't want to shift gears when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/doesnt-want-to-shift-gears-when-cold/89757)
**Author:** [@Snowcat99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Snowcat99)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2015, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/doesnt-want-to-shift-gears-when-cold/89757 "2015-04-25T04:26:33Z")
My 1970 chevy c10 pickup is a 350 with automatic transmission 2wd. It doesn't get driven frequently and when I do the first time I put it into gear, fwd or reverse, it is slow to engage. Shortly after it has warmed up ho… --- ## [2013 Ford Edge Conrete road type noise and clicking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-conrete-road-type-noise-and-clicking/89761)
**Author:** [@04paynem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/04paynem)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2015, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-conrete-road-type-noise-and-clicking/89761 "2015-04-25T02:51:57Z")
2013 Ford Edge About a month ago the car started making a sound from the front, similar to the sound when you drive over a concrete bridge. This noise first pops up once you get to about 25mph. at 35 it gets very no… --- ## [94 Ranger had a 24volt battery in it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-ranger-had-a-24volt-battery-in-it/89751)
**Author:** [@MoldyOldy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MoldyOldy)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2015, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-ranger-had-a-24volt-battery-in-it/89751 "2015-04-24T19:03:32Z")
EDITED: Just found the info on the battery and you guys are smart. It is a 12 volt after all. Deep cycle SRM-24 In fact this one here: http://www.interstatebatteries.com/Products/RT/PID-SRM-24(Automotive+Truck).aspx?dsNa… --- ## [2006 Chevy Trailblazer hesitates starting only after I add fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-trailblazer-hesitates-starting-only-after-i-add-fuel/89760)
**Author:** [@TBlz08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TBlz08)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2015, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-trailblazer-hesitates-starting-only-after-i-add-fuel/89760 "2015-04-24T07:44:43Z")
Hello, I need HELP. I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer EXT V6 Votex that hesitates to start only after I put fuel in it. It doesn't matter if I fill it up or put in a couple of gallons. It's been going on for some time … --- ## [More disgusting design from the chimpanzee engineers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-disgusting-design-from-the-chimpanzee-engineers/89609)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2015, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-disgusting-design-from-the-chimpanzee-engineers/89609 "2015-04-24T02:06:44Z")
I find that my 2011 Honda CRV, when you change the oil and filter, about 0.7 quarts are left behind in the engine. ...and I remember letting cars drain so all the old oil gets out. Why would anyone design such a thing? M… --- ## [Need help diagnosing my problem with my 2009 honda accord suddan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-diagnosing-my-problem-with-my-2009-honda-accord-suddan/89754)
**Author:** [@lionaccord](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lionaccord)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-diagnosing-my-problem-with-my-2009-honda-accord-suddan/89754 "2015-04-23T21:26:49Z")
I just started noticing a noise coming from my 2009 Honda Accord tonight. I was on my way to my buddies bar. When I accelerate past 2500 rpm I notice a noise coming from the engine (or at least what seems to be the eng… --- ## [2012 Hyundai elantra touring timing belt replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-touring-timing-belt-replacement/89752)
**Author:** [@vitamalz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vitamalz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-touring-timing-belt-replacement/89752 "2015-04-23T17:43:54Z")
The maintenance log says every 90k for normal driving and every 60k for harsh driving conditions. I'm in NC and the car is used for normal city/ highway combination driving. Have contacted the local dealership multiple t… --- ## [Did I get duped?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-duped/89409)
**Author:** [@singlemama4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/singlemama4)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-duped/89409 "2015-04-23T17:41:57Z")
Hi All - I just purchased a used car from a dealership last month. They did an oil change before I took delivery of the vehicle, I've driven the car a little over 1000 miles since I purchased it but recently started to … --- ## [Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester/89747)
**Author:** [@Volzwagon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Volzwagon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester/89747 "2015-04-23T16:08:50Z")
We bought a Forester a year and a half ago for the all wheel drive. We live in northern Michigan and needed something reliable. It was our first all wheel drive car and we didn't really know what to expect. The first … --- ## [2003 Ford Escape Wheel Bearings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-escape-wheel-bearings/89715)
**Author:** [@Supershine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Supershine)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-escape-wheel-bearings/89715 "2015-04-23T03:54:55Z")
Can anyone help out in the following situation? I have a 2003 Ford Escape front wheel drive with 185.000km or about 115,000 miles and I've had to replace the front left bearing twice in the past year. The first time i… --- ## [Most likely dumbest question asked on the board: is it water, or is it brake fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-likely-dumbest-question-asked-on-the-board-is-it-water-or-is-it-brake-fluid/89735)
**Author:** [@Dobb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dobb)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-likely-dumbest-question-asked-on-the-board-is-it-water-or-is-it-brake-fluid/89735 "2015-04-23T03:47:02Z")
As the title suggests, I am aware that this will most likely be the dumbest question most of you will read on this board. However, I'm a worry wort, so please humor me. It has been a very cold, wet day here in Southeas… --- ## [ASAP\_03 Chrysler T&C w/EMC Gold Hand (Handicap) Controls - Fluttering Speedometer?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/asap-03-chrysler-t-c-w-emc-gold-hand-handicap-controls-fluttering-speedometer/89746)
**Author:** [@LitleF0ot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LitleF0ot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/asap-03-chrysler-t-c-w-emc-gold-hand-handicap-controls-fluttering-speedometer/89746 "2015-04-23T02:35:32Z")
Hello I have muscular dystrophy and drive my own vehicle. I am writing because I am having issues with my van. For the past year the battery has gone dead in less than a week, and now goes dead within a couple of d… --- ## [Pontiac G6 V6 overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-g6-v6-overheating/89704)
**Author:** [@DHats](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DHats)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-g6-v6-overheating/89704 "2015-04-23T01:39:49Z")
will start with the back story, i have a 2007 G6 V6 that had a slow leak in the radiator. I kept it full and it only went higher than normal once but i noticed it right away and didnt let the needle peg at hot so i've ke… --- ## [2008 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T - Odd noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volkswagen-passat-2-0t-odd-noise/89741)
**Author:** [@Aleforge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aleforge)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volkswagen-passat-2-0t-odd-noise/89741 "2015-04-23T01:35:40Z")
Hello guys, I am trying to figure out whats going on with my car for a few weeks now. I have a few things going on and I am not if they are related. First off I am hearing a odd noise now and then from my engine area… --- ## [Small leak in the front on the passenger side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-leak-in-the-front-on-the-passenger-side/89739)
**Author:** [@Samat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Samat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-leak-in-the-front-on-the-passenger-side/89739 "2015-04-23T01:22:23Z")
My Toyota Camry (2000) has recently developed a small leak on the front passenger side of the car. The water seems to be coming in from the bottom of the front door about two inches from the door hinges since I can cle… --- ## [Water Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-leak/89732)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-leak/89732 "2015-04-22T20:57:07Z")
I've got an '05 Dodge Ram quad cab. The back window is leaking like crazy. I'm guessing it was probably replaced at some point and it wasn't caulked properly. Taking that window out and recaulking it seems like a big … --- ## [Power loss and fluttering noise in 2004 Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-loss-and-fluttering-noise-in-2004-prius/89742)
**Author:** [@Dan\_from\_E-burg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan_from_E-burg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-loss-and-fluttering-noise-in-2004-prius/89742 "2015-04-22T20:37:44Z")
We are original owners of a 2004 Prius with 165K miles. We've taken excellent care of what has been a great family car. A couple of months ago, we got a check engine light associated with a catalytic converter error. W… --- ## [Rear-End hidden damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-end-hidden-damage/89683)
**Author:** [@MarcW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarcW)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-end-hidden-damage/89683 "2015-04-22T19:34:41Z")
Hi, Two days ago I rear-ended a 2012 Ford Explorer (I drive a 2006 Mazda 3), this was not a major collision and damage to both vehicles was minor, there was a small round blemish on his hard plastic bumper that looks l… --- ## [Volvo S80 jerking when stopping and starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s80-jerking-when-stopping-and-starting/89737)
**Author:** [@Barbbie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barbbie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s80-jerking-when-stopping-and-starting/89737 "2015-04-22T17:05:04Z")
Help! I have a 2005, Volvo S80, it has 107,500 miles on it. In the last two months the car has started (NOT everytime I drive but sometimes and then the next time I drive it it is fine), jerking and sometimes a thunk… --- ## [2007 PT Cruiser - Seat Belt latch is unlatching passenger side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pt-cruiser-seat-belt-latch-is-unlatching-passenger-side/89736)
**Author:** [@sfullman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sfullman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 7:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pt-cruiser-seat-belt-latch-is-unlatching-passenger-side/89736 "2015-04-22T07:25:21Z")
This is for a friend of mine who helps me out from time to time. I think it may just need cleaning and there's some gunk in there, but she said it will occasionally unlatch while it's being worn. Does anyone have exper… --- ## [Glow plug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glow-plug/89721)
**Author:** [@Rick-2009](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rick-2009)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glow-plug/89721 "2015-04-22T05:18:05Z")
When I replaced my glow plugs yesterday on #4 there was fuel that came out? #4 is the lefht one facing the engine. The car seems to have more power but I wonder why there was fuel on my cylinder... bad glow plug or else. … --- ## ['10 CR-V with intermittent starting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-cr-v-with-intermittent-starting-problems/89677)
**Author:** [@markknipfer958](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markknipfer958)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2015, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-cr-v-with-intermittent-starting-problems/89677 "2015-04-21T21:20:18Z")
Hey all, My wife's car has been having a couple instances of not starting. It didn't even try turning over when she would turn the key. We bought her a new battery thinking that was the culprit. It turns out the batt… --- ## [Help! Mazda 626](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-mazda-626/89730)
**Author:** [@iKnowNothing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iKnowNothing)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2015, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-mazda-626/89730 "2015-04-21T19:58:01Z")
Help! I was driving down the highway at 65 mph. My rpm gauge was reading 6. The red part of the gauge start at 7. It wasn't switching gears and the engine was very loud. Then I heard a knocking, so I pulled over. As I d… --- ## [Camry air bags](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-air-bags/89684)
**Author:** [@BADBAGS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BADBAGS)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2015, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-air-bags/89684 "2015-04-21T16:30:30Z")
I was the proud owner of a 2015 Camry Hybrid for a total of 23 hours. I had the misfortune to have a dog run in front of the car and I hit it. Damage to the vehicle from the dog was loose grill and scratched bumper sk… --- ## [C220 Mercedes Benz cut out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/c220-mercedes-benz-cut-out/89718)
**Author:** [@JAN\_GREEBE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JAN_GREEBE)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2015, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/c220-mercedes-benz-cut-out/89718 "2015-04-21T12:05:28Z")
Hi - I have a 1995 C220 MB auto and yesterday it cut out with my wife and still not starting. I checked all fuses and it also has spark. So I presume it is fuel line related. Where is the best place to start looking for … --- ## [Engine Quit with Electrical Burning Smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-quit-with-electrical-burning-smell/89719)
**Author:** [@Al\_S1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al_S1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2015, 8:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-quit-with-electrical-burning-smell/89719 "2015-04-21T08:19:08Z")
Hi All, I have a 2001 Pathfinder w/ ~190K mile on it. It has been used regularly until this past winter. It has been sitting for about 3.5 months and I'm just now getting it back on the road. The battery has been drain… --- ## [Valvoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/valvoline/89604)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2015, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/valvoline/89604 "2015-04-21T03:26:22Z")
Why do so many mechanics use Valvoline in their shop? Do they get it cheap? I always have avoided it. Back in "the day", if I had a car that burned oil, it would use twice as much with Valvoline of the same labeled visco… --- ## [Drill bits](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drill-bits/89703)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2015, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drill-bits/89703 "2015-04-20T21:30:41Z")
I was at the hardware store the other day, looking at the drill bits. Here's what I found in the way of selection and price for a 1/4 inch drill bit. Now I have more questions than when I visited the hardware store. A… --- ## [Gas Odor When Running the Air Condition - 2000 Ford Taurus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-odor-when-running-the-air-condition-2000-ford-taurus/89713)
**Author:** [@bridgeit65](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bridgeit65)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2015, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-odor-when-running-the-air-condition-2000-ford-taurus/89713 "2015-04-20T18:32:13Z")
Well, the title pretty much sums it up. I recently had cabin air filter and fuel filter replaced. Could this be the cause?? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1135) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1137)