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## [2005 Honda CR-V - Oil loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-oil-loss/189651)

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**Author:** [@BlackShadow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BlackShadow)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-oil-loss/189651 "2023-03-20T23:39:28Z")

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I have a problem with unexplained oil loss no external leaks no smoke but for no reason 3-4 qts. low on oil will be fine for months then all of a sudden its low ck eng light cam sensor had that and timing chain replced…

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## [1999 Chevy Blazer car door and stalling problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-blazer-car-door-and-stalling-problems/189682)

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**Author:** [@919Blazer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/919Blazer)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-blazer-car-door-and-stalling-problems/189682 "2023-03-20T23:29:04Z")

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I have two problems with my 1999 Chevy Blazer 6 Cyl 4wd: car door and engine stalling Car door: When I align the door latch with the striker, I can close the door. But after I slam the door to close it a few times, the…

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## [If dangerous driving behaviors took place in the sky](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-dangerous-driving-behaviors-took-place-in-the-sky/185505)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-dangerous-driving-behaviors-took-place-in-the-sky/185505 "2023-03-20T22:19:28Z")

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## [2016 Jeep Cherokee - Grinds related to braking (prior accident)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-grinds-related-to-braking-prior-accident/189660)

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**Author:** [@Sachmo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sachmo)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-grinds-related-to-braking-prior-accident/189660 "2023-03-20T22:04:46Z")

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Car starts a grinding noise while driving. Starts around 3 MPH and stops around 45 MPH. Sounds as though it is coming from either the front right or transmission. Tried gliding in neutral from 45 to stop and around 25 M…

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## [Battery replaced in 2004 Concorde](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-replaced-in-2004-concorde/189668)

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**Author:** [@Colleenskinner1004\_184534](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Colleenskinner1004_184534)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-replaced-in-2004-concorde/189668 "2023-03-20T20:06:29Z")

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Once the battery was replaced, started having problems with radio. When radio is turned on , crackling and popping sounds coming from speakers.

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## [The new Rolls Royce](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-rolls-royce/189658)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-rolls-royce/189658 "2023-03-20T13:30:29Z")

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… Nuclear Reactor? :thinking: Yes, I know that it’s not the luxury car company…

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## [Acura TSx ABS clamp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tsx-abs-clamp/189661)

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**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tsx-abs-clamp/189661 "2023-03-20T03:01:05Z")

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Hi. I have a 2014 Acura TSX. How do I release this white ABS clamp? I’m really struggling trying to release it and I don’t want to brake it. Wasn’t able to find a video showing how to open it.

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## [1984 Toyota Celica - Need help with suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-toyota-celica-need-help-with-suspension/189604)

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**Author:** [@maris38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maris38)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-toyota-celica-need-help-with-suspension/189604 "2023-03-20T02:55:51Z")

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Lousy ride when hits bumps although new shocks Need mechanic who knows old Toyotas, in Brooklyn, ny

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## [Intolerable wind entering car when front windows are down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intolerable-wind-entering-car-when-front-windows-are-down/189589)

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**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intolerable-wind-entering-car-when-front-windows-are-down/189589 "2023-03-19T22:55:24Z")

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The Lexus IS is one amazing car except it has a major design flaw that allows tornado-like winds to enter the car upon scrolling the front windows down. The wind is so strong and powerful, despite traveling at low spe…

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## [Battery Light Illuminated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-illuminated/189672)

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**Author:** [@klxud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/klxud)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-illuminated/189672 "2023-03-19T22:21:23Z")

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Ok, so I was advised to replace my serpentine belt due to it having cracks in it. I replaced it, the belt I replaced it with was the exact spec 975 6 rib however the product code was 6PK975 and the one I took off the car…

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## [2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - New powertrain - but it needs more help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-new-powertrain-but-it-needs-more-help/189663)

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**Author:** [@Perry38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Perry38)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-new-powertrain-but-it-needs-more-help/189663 "2023-03-19T20:00:05Z")

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I have replaced the motor and the transmission and will not go into gear unless the rpms’ are high. The reason for replacing the transmission was that it would go into reverse but no forward gears. not sure what is going…

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## [2006 Toyota Tacoma - Paint issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-paint-issues/189649)

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**Author:** [@StreetDoc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StreetDoc)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-paint-issues/189649 "2023-03-19T18:09:59Z")

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06 Tacoma the roof paint has been peeling up and the roof rusting

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## [2020 Toyota Highlander - Microphone issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-highlander-microphone-issue/189632)

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**Author:** [@Aeroscoutip](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aeroscoutip)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-highlander-microphone-issue/189632 "2023-03-17T02:40:18Z")

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I had the opposite problem at the dealership. I explained the microphone didn’t work for Bluetooth nor Hands-free mode. I have had to trouble-shoot many electronics related issues on cars, helicopters and airplanes. Yo…

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## [2022-2023 Hyundai Tucson - TO purchase, Or NOT to purchase?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-2023-hyundai-tucson-to-purchase-or-not-to-purchase/189591)

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**Author:** [@frontlinecorp\_184478](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frontlinecorp_184478)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 4:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-2023-hyundai-tucson-to-purchase-or-not-to-purchase/189591 "2023-03-19T04:45:37Z")

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Hi All, I have a Hyundai question I hope you can help me with? I am interested in the 2022-2023 Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD. These are my questions: 1.) What is your overall impression with the Tucson as compared to o…

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## [Timing belt is tight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-is-tight/189567)

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**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\
**Replies:** 47\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-is-tight/189567 "2023-03-19T02:33:23Z")

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I loosen the tensioner yet when I try to put the belt it’s super tight and won’t let me put it over the crankshaft; do y’all have any tricks to let me manage to put the belt over the gear

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## [Key wont turn in the ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-wont-turn-in-the-ignition/189461)

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**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-wont-turn-in-the-ignition/189461 "2023-03-19T02:20:37Z")

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2007 Silverado 1500 Classic, 280k miles 5.3, auto. I have one key that would sometimes not turn in the ignition, like it was the wrong key. I’d pull it out, turn it over and reinsert and it worked fine. None of the ot…

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## [How do you release fuel system pressure - 2009 Pontiac Vibe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-release-fuel-system-pressure-2009-pontiac-vibe/189656)

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**Author:** [@car1time](https://community.cartalk.com/u/car1time)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-release-fuel-system-pressure-2009-pontiac-vibe/189656 "2023-03-19T00:40:13Z")

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I am trying to discharge the fuel pressure to change the fuel rail damper. And there are multiple fuses labeled ‘Fuel Injection System’ in the manual. I’m not sure which one to remove or do I remove all of them?

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## [Who should pay the bill?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-should-pay-the-bill/189578)

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**Author:** [@matthew.hand\_184467](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthew.hand_184467)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-should-pay-the-bill/189578 "2023-03-18T22:36:12Z")

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Its a ceed, but wasn’t an option for some reason. I gave my car to a local garage who replaced my clutch and did a major service. When i got my car back, the reversing lights, the reversing camera and the reversing sens…

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## [Should Mavis have replaced my tyre for free?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-mavis-have-replaced-my-tyre-for-free/183771)

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**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-mavis-have-replaced-my-tyre-for-free/183771 "2023-03-18T21:37:53Z")

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Hello everyone! I’m seeking your opinion on a matter. So I bought 4 brand new continental tyres from mavis for my Lexus IS FSPORT on Monday. Then on Friday, I drove the car for the first time since the tyres were i…

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## [2001 Mercury Grand Marquis - Exhaust in cabin, loud exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-grand-marquis-exhaust-in-cabin-loud-exhaust/189598)

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**Author:** [@2001mercurygrand4.6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2001mercurygrand4.6)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-grand-marquis-exhaust-in-cabin-loud-exhaust/189598 "2023-03-18T03:16:07Z")

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smoking drivers floorboard ,sounds like hole in exhaust

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## [Lots of codes. Thoughts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lots-of-codes-thoughts/189601)

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**Author:** [@medicaljohnny\_184484](https://community.cartalk.com/u/medicaljohnny_184484)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lots-of-codes-thoughts/189601 "2023-03-18T02:19:23Z")

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Well, guys, sadly I’m stumped on this one. I bought a 2007 3L V6 Ford Escape 4wd that wouldn’t turn on for $800. I have it running now, fixed a good few things on it. The previous owners warned the tranny was possibly sl…

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## [Hard times ahead for Nissan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-times-ahead-for-nissan/189621)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-times-ahead-for-nissan/189621 "2023-03-18T00:38:18Z")

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S&P foresees another tough year ahead for Nissan, and as a result Nissan’s credit rating has been cut to “junk” status:

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## [99 accord 2.3 ulev vtec p1259](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-accord-2-3-ulev-vtec-p1259/189612)

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**Author:** [@g.flores2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/g.flores2000)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-accord-2-3-ulev-vtec-p1259/189612 "2023-03-18T00:03:28Z")

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Hello. I recently bought a 99 accord sedan 2.3 ulev vtec (f23a) 5mt. The guy I bought it from said the only code was for the o2 sensor and he had a scanner hooked up so I didn’t bother to check because why would he lie w…

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## [Fuel pump getting power, but NOT running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-getting-power-but-not-running/83835)

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**Author:** [@JMHelgeson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JMHelgeson)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-getting-power-but-not-running/83835 "2023-03-17T23:55:33Z")

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Hello all, I created an account just for the sake of getting help with this tricky problem... I have a '95 Chevy Caprice Classic 4.3L Sedan, and it cranks but does not start. This started happening after about a year o…

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## [2017 VW golf, suspension “creak” over bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-vw-golf-suspension-creak-over-bumps/189483)

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**Author:** [@gnyqyar038\_181857](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gnyqyar038_181857)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-vw-golf-suspension-creak-over-bumps/189483 "2023-03-17T23:24:30Z")

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Hey y’all, have had this “problem” since I’ve owned the car. Has never actually caused any problems, but it starting to drive me insane. Usually when I drive over bumps, entering driveways, or drive on bumpier roads, my …

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## [1996 Sliverado K2500 Starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-sliverado-k2500-starting-issue/189630)

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**Author:** [@jsupstarz\_184505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsupstarz_184505)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-sliverado-k2500-starting-issue/189630 "2023-03-17T23:14:01Z")

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After a hard time plowing and getting stuck finally got truck back up driveway, I have a long steep driveway. Thought it was out of gas because on the way up it was cutting power like it was going to die. Parked it. Put …

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## [Mini semi truck build](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-semi-truck-build/189595)

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**Author:** [@donald.d.schmall\_184480](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donald.d.schmall_184480)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-semi-truck-build/189595 "2023-03-17T22:04:12Z")

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I have a 1955 international R-162. I’m planning on removing the box and adding a sleeper to the cab. It’s going to get the works; chrome, stacks, drop visors… ect. I recently dragged home an old pace arrow motor home. I…

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## [What car brands/makes are the worst to repair?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-brands-makes-are-the-worst-to-repair/79412)

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**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2013, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-brands-makes-are-the-worst-to-repair/79412 "2013-05-20T17:30:34Z")

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I was curious as to what peoples' opinions are of the easiest and worst vehicles to repair. I tend to be biased against Chrysler/MOPAR products in general as for ease of repair. Parts that should be easy to replace are…

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## [Best Way to Clean an Oil Drip Tray?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-clean-an-oil-drip-tray/189517)

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**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 10:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-clean-an-oil-drip-tray/189517 "2023-03-17T10:18:06Z")

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Hi I have a quick question - what’s the best way to clean an oil drip tray like this one? There’s a bunch of oil on it as to be expected :slight\_smile: power washing? Maybe just paper towels and some elbow grease? Thanks…

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## [Irony on the road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/irony-on-the-road/189623)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 5:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/irony-on-the-road/189623 "2023-03-17T05:52:38Z")

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Or, more accurately, off the road…

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