# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1145 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1146 --- ## [Hard-to-fill fuel tank \[2001 Hyundai Elantra\]](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-fill-fuel-tank-2001-hyundai-elantra/89351)
**Author:** [@2step2dmb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2step2dmb)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-fill-fuel-tank-2001-hyundai-elantra/89351 "2015-03-19T05:07:28Z")
I'm having difficulties fueling my vehicle. The fuel pump will shut off every few seconds indicating the tank is full, but it is definitely not full at all. With this, I have to carefully insert the pump into the tank on… --- ## [Gas mileage for 1968 mustang is very poor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-for-1968-mustang-is-very-poor/89352)
**Author:** [@jayden\_thompson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayden_thompson)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-for-1968-mustang-is-very-poor/89352 "2015-03-19T04:28:36Z")
i finally got my mustang street legal and while drivng i realized that the gas milage is HORRIBLE. i estimate it at around 3 MPG. my question to you is can a leak in the feul pump cause it to be that bad? and another imp… --- ## [1962 Fiat 1200 Roadster restoration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1962-fiat-1200-roadster-restoration/89318)
**Author:** [@Doc\_s\_Toys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doc_s_Toys)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1962-fiat-1200-roadster-restoration/89318 "2015-03-19T03:54:51Z")
Dear Car Talk, I am restoring a 1962 Fiat 1200 Roadster and in addition to the rust being removed and new metal being fabricated, I would like to find suspension, brake, and engine replacement parts. In fact, I might ne… --- ## [Windshield Wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers/89342)
**Author:** [@big\_rich\_67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/big_rich_67)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers/89342 "2015-03-19T02:26:46Z")
wipers will not turn off unless the car is turned off --- ## [Weird shifting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-shifting-issue/89339)
**Author:** [@synnyzter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/synnyzter)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2015, 1:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-shifting-issue/89339 "2015-03-19T01:50:02Z")
2000 Chevy Blazer 4.3 (automatic) - When I bought it used, it shifted fine, has no issues other than the transfer case wouldn't engage every time. A few months later my overhead console display lights went out, then all… --- ## [Check engine light on and blinking when accelorating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-and-blinking-when-accelorating/89335)
**Author:** [@jennlafren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennlafren)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-and-blinking-when-accelorating/89335 "2015-03-18T20:12:32Z")
Hello. When I was driving to school this morning my check engine light went on and I noticed that my car is running very rough (suddenly). I also noticed that the check engine light would blink when accelorating at a sto… --- ## [New battery cures clatter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-cures-clatter/89227)
**Author:** [@whatsthatclickinnois](https://community.cartalk.com/u/whatsthatclickinnois)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-cures-clatter/89227 "2015-03-18T19:59:13Z")
I've owned a 99 Taurus for about 4 1/2 years. It's always had a clatter acceleration. Like the kind you get with bad fuel, or out of whack timing. I've been thru the car over and over, and had mechanics look at it. Only … --- ## [Engine swap from Toyota Hilux 3.0 D4D to Ford Courier/Mazda Bseries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-swap-from-toyota-hilux-3-0-d4d-to-ford-courier-mazda-bseries/89324)
**Author:** [@MAnie8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MAnie8)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-swap-from-toyota-hilux-3-0-d4d-to-ford-courier-mazda-bseries/89324 "2015-03-18T17:51:34Z")
I would like to but a D4D engine in a Ford Courier/Mazda Bseries, is there any tips and or help that I can get to ensure that this goes smoothly? --- ## [1960's Kaiser Jeepster Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1960s-kaiser-jeepster-question/89350)
**Author:** [@flapdoodle64](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flapdoodle64)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 8:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1960s-kaiser-jeepster-question/89350 "2015-03-18T08:47:47Z")
Am contemplating buying a Kaiser Jeepster (1966-71). The 'Commando' version with the metal roof is most desirable, since I live in a wet climate. But I wonder if it is possible to adapt the rag-top 'Roadster' version by … --- ## [Please, please, have a car inspected before you buy it!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-please-have-a-car-inspected-before-you-buy-it/89127)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 8:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-please-have-a-car-inspected-before-you-buy-it/89127 "2015-03-18T08:37:18Z")
I regularly have people come in with a used car they just bought and then ask to have it checked out to see what it needs. Isn't the time to do that before you buy the car, not after? I have here a 2002 PT Cruiser boug… --- ## [Wanna Buy A Brand New 64 1/2 Mustang?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wanna-buy-a-brand-new-64-1-2-mustang/89345)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 8:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wanna-buy-a-brand-new-64-1-2-mustang/89345 "2015-03-18T08:34:15Z")
Well, you can! But It'll cost you 120 grand. http://www.orlandosentinel.com/features/gone-viral/os-new-1964-ford-mustang-20150315-post.html Tester --- ## [Car Sitting for Months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sitting-for-months/89333)
**Author:** [@PatsFan92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatsFan92)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 7:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sitting-for-months/89333 "2015-03-18T07:10:11Z")
I am stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and I have an '07 Eclipse with an engine that was kept in great condition. Just under 75,000 miles on it that was supposed to be taken care of buy my wife. Long story short she lost… --- ## [Slow to start F150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-to-start-f150/89348)
**Author:** [@Fender1325](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fender1325)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-to-start-f150/89348 "2015-03-18T04:36:34Z")
2003 F150 V6 automatic 123K 2WD single cab long bed and yes....its white in color - so we all know exactly what we're talking about! Occasionally it takes longer to start then normal. Battery is good, spark plugs are … --- ## [New Car Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-help/89293)
**Author:** [@JordanS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JordanS)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2015, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-help/89293 "2015-03-18T04:07:01Z")
My wife is going to need a new car here in the near future and we were intrigued by the 2013-14 Volkswagen Passats. I just wanted to know your opinions. Pros, Cons? --- ## [Dodge Durango Transmission Bands?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-durango-transmission-bands/89332)
**Author:** [@dtracy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dtracy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-durango-transmission-bands/89332 "2015-03-17T22:24:03Z")
1999 Durango 5.2L : Owner's manual says to have fluid changed and have mechanic adjust the "bands". I didn't think modern transmissions had bands. Since I'm 65, I remember older automatics had them. My mechanic… --- ## [Hesation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesation/89330)
**Author:** [@chi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesation/89330 "2015-03-17T22:06:25Z")
Have a 1993 toyota4x4 had new exhaust put on 2yrs ago just done plugs wires coil fuel pump an filter it runs good but when giving fuel from idle seems like it won't take it but when I get going seem like it don't want t… --- ## [Bushings on 2004 honda accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bushings-on-2004-honda-accord/89336)
**Author:** [@yankee51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yankee51)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bushings-on-2004-honda-accord/89336 "2015-03-17T21:35:20Z")
I have a question, wife needs new bushings on her 2004 Honda accord. the car is 14 years old, runs good, is n great shape body and interior. The car has over 130,000 miles on it but she is now retired from work and not… --- ## [2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Cylinder 4 Misfire help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-2-5i-cylinder-4-misfire-help/89065)
**Author:** [@Cozzy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cozzy)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-2-5i-cylinder-4-misfire-help/89065 "2015-03-17T21:23:18Z")
Need some help regarding my 2005 Outback. I was driving on the highway uphill and started feeling a loss of power and some shaking of the car. The cruise control light started to blink and the check engine light came o… --- ## [Starting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-problems/89337)
**Author:** [@Judshpraise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Judshpraise)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-problems/89337 "2015-03-17T20:46:30Z")
Hi, I have a 1999 Mazda 626 with a 157k miles. The problem I'm having is after driving for a while and stopping my car it doesn't restart either dies out really quickly or won't catch. I had it towed home twice each… --- ## [Power Steering Filter - 1996 Ford Taurus GL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-filter-1996-ford-taurus-gl/89053)
**Author:** [@nehtaeh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nehtaeh)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 10:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-filter-1996-ford-taurus-gl/89053 "2015-03-17T10:58:17Z")
I recently bought a 1-owner 1996 Ford Taurus GL for my daughter's first car. During the last sub-zero wind chill storm, the power steering fluid filter (a plastic Filtran in-line, magnetic filter canister usually used f… --- ## [Lexus ES350 Vacuum Line](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-es350-vacuum-line/89311)
**Author:** [@charx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charx)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 7:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-es350-vacuum-line/89311 "2015-03-17T07:58:15Z")
I broke this line as shown in the photo. The Lexus is a 2007 ES350. The line leads to a solenoid.... does anyone know what this is for? There is no apparent problem that I can see..... but what is it? Should I be con… --- ## ['94 Chevrolet silverado 2WD 350/V8 wheel bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-chevrolet-silverado-2wd-350-v8-wheel-bearing/89292)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-chevrolet-silverado-2wd-350-v8-wheel-bearing/89292 "2015-03-17T07:19:34Z")
Ok I had posted last week about the play in my steering and that has been solved with the the replacement of steering box and pitman arm. I've been too focused on the loose steering and now there is a grinding noise f… --- ## [Low Beams Will Not Work, High Beams work fine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beams-will-not-work-high-beams-work-fine/89310)
**Author:** [@somedayiwontdriveabe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/somedayiwontdriveabe)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beams-will-not-work-high-beams-work-fine/89310 "2015-03-17T04:03:56Z")
Hey all, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina 164K I am just absolutely lost at this point and need to get this issue fixed by Monday morning. A week ago my driver side low beam went out, maybe 4 days later the passenger side low beam… --- ## [Acura TL help me car can only reverse Acura Tl 2004](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-help-me-car-can-only-reverse-acura-tl-2004/89304)
**Author:** [@Acuratl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acuratl)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-help-me-car-can-only-reverse-acura-tl-2004/89304 "2015-03-17T02:24:33Z")
reverse light stays on reverse even when switching it to a different gear. Car doesn't move forward. --- ## [New carb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-carb/89271)
**Author:** [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-carb/89271 "2015-03-17T01:37:56Z")
I need to replace the carb on my 86 Chevy Silverado C10, 305, with 700R automatic tranny. I was looking at the Uremco remanufactured carb. Does anyone have any experience with Uremco? --- ## [Did I get taken for a ride?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-taken-for-a-ride/89327)
**Author:** [@limbodog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/limbodog)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-taken-for-a-ride/89327 "2015-03-16T23:18:25Z")
My 2008 honda civic was losing coolant. I took it to the dealership and they said the block was cracked, but that it was a recalled issue and so I wouldn't be charged for replacing the engine (yay!). Incidentally, the… --- ## [2005 Passat Flex Pipe Issue-Hopefully](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-passat-flex-pipe-issue-hopefully/89201)
**Author:** [@dropthepan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dropthepan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-passat-flex-pipe-issue-hopefully/89201 "2015-03-16T16:45:20Z")
Have an issue with a busted flex pipe (or two) that I'm hoping is limited to just that. After returning from a weekend road trip in the frigid northeast a few weeks ago, I noticed that my 2005 Passat car sounded like it… --- ## [Detached Clip/Wire Under Hood - Is it Important? (pictures)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detached-clip-wire-under-hood-is-it-important-pictures/89321)
**Author:** [@6079](https://community.cartalk.com/u/6079)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detached-clip-wire-under-hood-is-it-important-pictures/89321 "2015-03-16T07:21:37Z")
I'm very ignorant about car repair, so I attached a couple pictures showing a "clip" (the gray headed wire at the bottom of the picture that is not attached to anything). My car recently died, I suspect due to a drained … --- ## [New catalytic converter burns more gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-catalytic-converter-burns-more-gas/89305)
**Author:** [@Joe\_Cool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe_Cool)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-catalytic-converter-burns-more-gas/89305 "2015-03-16T05:05:03Z")
I recently had the catalytic converter replaced on my 1999 Toyota Corolla and the gas mileage dropped from about 28 mpg to 21 mpg. Any answers on why. --- ## [1990 honda accord brake line and banjo bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-honda-accord-brake-line-and-banjo-bolt/89319)
**Author:** [@greta369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greta369)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-honda-accord-brake-line-and-banjo-bolt/89319 "2015-03-16T02:58:13Z")
my brake line banjo bolt came off and when i got a new one and put it on there is no fluid going to that brake i tryed to bled it but no air or fluid at all. what can it be? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1144) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1146)