# The Show **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/the-show/7.md?page=69 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 70 --- ## [Car stolen without any damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stolen-without-any-damage/4034)
**Author:** [@Troubleshooter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Troubleshooter)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2007, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stolen-without-any-damage/4034 "2007-09-14T04:49:44Z")
Yes, a car can be stolen without any damage - and the thieves don't even have to get inside. All they need is a tow truck and a pair of caster wheel sets. They jack up the rear wheels and put the caster wheel s… --- ## [Carbon cleanersI have 1996 toy.corolla 13000 mi 1.6 engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbon-cleanersi-have-1996-toy-corolla-13000-mi-1-6-engine/4397)
**Author:** [@Ronny\_Speir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronny_Speir)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2007, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbon-cleanersi-have-1996-toy-corolla-13000-mi-1-6-engine/4397 "2007-09-10T14:31:34Z")
Click n Clack Sacramento Bee sept.5 07 can use a few cans of cleaner to help with carbon clean up I asked this before on this subject and all answer were no reason too I drive mostly in town but do take it for a good fre… --- ## [Volvo C30](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-c30/4182)
**Author:** [@emloesq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emloesq)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2007, 5:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-c30/4182 "2007-09-09T05:27:47Z")
My spouse is ISO a new vehicle. The Volvo C30 has come across his radar screen. Has anyone been able to see/test drive this new model, or have any opinion about this car or Volvos in general? We've never owned a Volvo… --- ## [Vanagon safety and seat belts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vanagon-safety-and-seat-belts/4224)
**Author:** [@dvandenheede](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dvandenheede)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2007, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vanagon-safety-and-seat-belts/4224 "2007-09-08T19:23:49Z")
So Tom and Ray are trashing my beloved vanagons again! The caller wondered about putting shoulder belts in the back of his 84 vanagon, they said it couldn't be done (safely). I retrofitted shoulder belts from a late m… --- ## [Lower ball barrings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lower-ball-barrings/4245)
**Author:** [@sunsetm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sunsetm)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2007, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lower-ball-barrings/4245 "2007-09-07T01:02:48Z")
I have a 2001 Ford Explorer sport with approx. 63,000 miles. Have had no problems with this car so far, i think its great.I just got an oil change and they mentioned that my lower ball barrings need to be replaced. What … --- ## [95 ford explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-ford-explorer/4119)
**Author:** [@derlew28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/derlew28)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2007, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-ford-explorer/4119 "2007-09-04T11:53:37Z")
I WENT TO CAR DEALER TO CHECK THEM OUT .THEY MADE A DEAL WITH ME THAT THEY WILL PUT ME IN A UP TO DATE CAR AND ALSO TOLD THE DOWN PAYMENT TO BRING IN WHICH WAS $1500.BUT WHEN I BROUGHT THE MONEY IN THINKING I WILL GET A … --- ## [Steering knuckle removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-knuckle-removal/4039)
**Author:** [@markthecarp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markthecarp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2007, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-knuckle-removal/4039 "2007-09-03T03:05:08Z")
When I was in a parts store complaining about having to use a "pickle fork" to get the steering linkage apart a fellow shopper told me a tip that I found elegant. He told me that all I had to do was tap the knuckle and … --- ## [More than usual wandering Jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-than-usual-wandering-jeep/4032)
**Author:** [@82elky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/82elky)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2007, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-than-usual-wandering-jeep/4032 "2007-09-02T23:43:30Z")
The guy with the Jeep, whose mechanic wants to replace all the front end components, should first check to see where there's slop. This is easy to do by having a helper turn the steering wheel back and forth 1/8 to 1/4 … --- ## [Backing into a Parking Space](https://community.cartalk.com/t/backing-into-a-parking-space/40)
**Author:** [@cartalklackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartalklackey)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2007, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/backing-into-a-parking-space/40 "2007-09-01T15:04:28Z")
I agree with the brothers that backing in is safer. As they said you have better visibility when leaving the parking spot and moving into traffic. They missed the second advantage. When you back in you have more co… --- ## [Proper A/C Operation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proper-a-c-operation/2207)
**Author:** [@Kent\_in\_NC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kent_in_NC)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2007, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proper-a-c-operation/2207 "2007-08-30T22:08:37Z")
Tom and Ray: You gave some bad advice on a recent show regarding operation of a Subaru air conditioner in "max" or "recirculate" mode. (This is not surprising given the average July temperature in Cambridge is about 53F,… --- ## [Other Countries Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/other-countries-cars/1729)
**Author:** [@MGAman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MGAman)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2007, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/other-countries-cars/1729 "2007-08-30T18:02:42Z")
Does everyone know that the car companies sell models in Canada you can't buy in the US? Case in point. Toyota sells a four door hatchback Yaris up there, but nooo they don't offer it here. Up there it is available with … --- ## [Killing the window motors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/killing-the-window-motors/3297)
**Author:** [@mrblalnche](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrblalnche)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2007, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/killing-the-window-motors/3297 "2007-08-30T17:59:37Z")
As to the MD who is killing his window motors, I have a theory. I wonder if maybe he has the bad habit of rolling the windows up or down and not releasing the button promptly, or possibly even playing with the button, pu… --- ## [Wheel alignment necessary or change tyres?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-alignment-necessary-or-change-tyres/3588)
**Author:** [@csundaram\_175091](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csundaram_175091)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2007, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-alignment-necessary-or-change-tyres/3588 "2007-08-30T17:47:40Z")
We have a 2005 Toyota Highlander, which we bought in Dec 2004. It is mostly used for short distances driving around town and has only ~8,000 miles on it. We recently had an oil change on our car and the shop said there… --- ## [Buying a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car/3837)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_cookie\_cook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bryan_cookie_cook)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2007, 10:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car/3837 "2007-08-29T10:32:06Z")
okay im buying this 86 Chrysler Laser 86 thousand on 2.2 liter with a turbo the inside from 1 to 5 it would be about a 2 and the outside is from 1 to 5 about 4 1/2 is it worth buy or paying 500 bucks on also another car … --- ## [Volkswagon Beetle 2001](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagon-beetle-2001/3782)
**Author:** [@Lisa\_Lemucchi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisa_Lemucchi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2007, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagon-beetle-2001/3782 "2007-08-28T18:16:54Z")
Ever since I took it to the VOlkswagon place the headlites have not worked right. They replaced the brake relay switch and I got my car back and the low beams quite working. Replaced bulbs same thing happen 4 months la… --- ## [It Might Not Be The Transmission "Solenoid"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/it-might-not-be-the-transmission-solenoid/3764)
**Author:** [@ChevyC60](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChevyC60)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2007, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/it-might-not-be-the-transmission-solenoid/3764 "2007-08-28T00:50:12Z")
1987 Buick Century, 2.5 L, 4cyl, VIN-R: I was advised by a very experienced mechanic that, based on my symptoms, the problem I had was solely caused by my transmission solenoid. Naturally, with this car being fwd, … --- ## [Do I need to really buy 4 new tires everytime I lose just 1?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-really-buy-4-new-tires-everytime-i-lose-just-1/3325)
**Author:** [@pringo46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pringo46)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2007, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-really-buy-4-new-tires-everytime-i-lose-just-1/3325 "2007-08-27T20:28:10Z")
I own a 2006 Subaru Outback and one of the tires went flat on us. When we brought it to one of those tire center places they told us that since it was an AWD vehicle we needed to replace all 4 tires and not just the one… --- ## [Suzuki Samurai Clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-samurai-clutch/3711)
**Author:** [@Mikey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2007, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-samurai-clutch/3711 "2007-08-26T21:17:31Z")
Caught part of the show where a caller has a problem with his 88? Samurai clutch. Hate to say it, but I've never seen a Samurai with a hydraulic clutch. As far as I know, all the US versions used a cable that looped fr… --- ## [Car Travel in Mexico](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-travel-in-mexico/3282)
**Author:** [@Dave\_Craft](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave_Craft)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2007, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-travel-in-mexico/3282 "2007-08-23T02:59:00Z")
Hi C. Guys, Having just finished a road trip from Denver, CO to Cancun, I listened horror to the negative remarks about the Mexican Federales. Five of us delivered a Camry station wagon to my brothers new house and… --- ## [Oregon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oregon/2962)
**Author:** [@Rambyte](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rambyte)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2007, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oregon/2962 "2007-08-16T14:31:25Z")
C'mon guys! It's pronounced ORY-GUN not ORY-GONE! --- ## [2001, Saturn LS2](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-saturn-ls2/2897)
**Author:** [@Don\_Crane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don_Crane)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2007, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-saturn-ls2/2897 "2007-08-10T15:34:34Z")
Original owner, 125K miles, regular maintenance at Saturn dealers. Problem: car seems to ride heavy in rear and makes "heavy" noise. Rear tires (Michelin) wearing on inside treads, some uneveness. No other tire issue..… --- ## [Premium vs. Regular if you added a performance chip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-vs-regular-if-you-added-a-performance-chip/2705)
**Author:** [@jaimelemaire](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaimelemaire)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2007, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-vs-regular-if-you-added-a-performance-chip/2705 "2007-08-06T22:58:30Z")
Just curious: I drive a BMW 323i, which calls for regular gas. BUT, there is a DINAN performance kit/chip in it now, and when I bought the car, the first owner told me to put in 91 so I have. I think once in two years,… --- ## [Re: "We guarantee it won't make this noise all the way to Missoula!"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-we-guarantee-it-wont-make-this-noise-all-the-way-to-missoula/2629)
**Author:** [@VW\_in\_Philly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VW_in_Philly)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2007, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-we-guarantee-it-wont-make-this-noise-all-the-way-to-missoula/2629 "2007-08-05T02:21:12Z")
Hopefully, this can help the expat in Salt Lake City with the VW oil light problem. I had a similar problem with a 1994 Jetta III a few years back... oil light and alarm coming on and staying on while driving. It … --- ## [Slow Down for Better Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-down-for-better-mileage/1355)
**Author:** [@Tom\_in\_Sacramento](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_in_Sacramento)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2007, 10:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-down-for-better-mileage/1355 "2007-07-28T10:59:16Z")
Here's the rest of the story for Frank, who wants to endanger us all by increasing the speed delta on highways. At 75mph his 300mi trip would use 8.7gal (@ 44.5-10=34.5mpg). That's 2gal more but 1hr less. So he's earning… --- ## [Is an extended warranty for your used car a good deal? and is nitro better in your tire than air?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-an-extended-warranty-for-your-used-car-a-good-deal-and-is-nitro-better-in-your-tire-than-air/1989)
**Author:** [@goldsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goldsmith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2007, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-an-extended-warranty-for-your-used-car-a-good-deal-and-is-nitro-better-in-your-tire-than-air/1989 "2007-07-21T00:48:04Z")
should i look for an extended warranty for my 02 lexus es300? and is nitro safe and better for my tires like the ealership says? --- ## [Wooden Hot Tubs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wooden-hot-tubs/1808)
**Author:** [@HollyG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HollyG)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2007, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wooden-hot-tubs/1808 "2007-07-20T23:12:15Z")
Some time back there was a caller who was asking about how to stop a wooden hot tub from leaking. We have a similar tub that has developed the same problem. I can not find any discussion from that caller, but does anyo… --- ## [Timing chain and belt tensioner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-and-belt-tensioner/1984)
**Author:** [@jburgess](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jburgess)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2007, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-and-belt-tensioner/1984 "2007-07-20T21:56:47Z")
when should I replace the timing chain on my 2002 Honda Civic and should I have the belt tensioner replaced at the same time? --- ## [Botswana Land Rover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/botswana-land-rover/1449)
**Author:** [@Emmett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Emmett)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2007, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/botswana-land-rover/1449 "2007-07-18T02:04:56Z")
Regarding the solution of tying up the fan with wire or putting a stick in the fan to get through the water, I don't think either is going to work. Something is propelling that fan (such as a belt)and what ever that some… --- ## [LET'S get this organized](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-get-this-organized/1728)
**Author:** [@MGAman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MGAman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2007, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-get-this-organized/1728 "2007-07-15T14:10:37Z")
Why are CAR PROBLEM questions showing up in the second opinion section? PAY ATTENTION FOLKS! START YOUR DISCUSSIONS IN THE CORRECT AREA! --- ## [The Oil Change Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-oil-change-question/36)
**Author:** [@cartalklackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartalklackey)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2007, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-oil-change-question/36 "2007-07-10T23:43:20Z")
Just read the latest column. Someone calculated that their manual's recommendation of an oil change would, by their calculations, mean a change every 83 hours at an average 60 mph. The questioner had installed a run time… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/the-show/7.md?page=68) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/the-show/7.md?page=70)