# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1744 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1745 --- ## [Steering a bicycle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-a-bicycle/80947)
**Author:** [@David\_L](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_L)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2013, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-a-bicycle/80947 "2013-08-24T01:35:30Z")
Months ago, there was a thread about a bicycle puzzler. It was about steering a bicycvle without leaning. I was reminded of it when I recently rode a adult tricycle. One of my clients recently got a Schwinn three-wheel b… --- ## [1994 Buick Century](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-buick-century/81029)
**Author:** [@Lois66](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lois66)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2013, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-buick-century/81029 "2013-08-24T01:06:52Z")
Hi, I have an 1994 Buick Century Oh YES it is a four (4) cylinder, runs really great. I'm still getting 30 miles to the gallon. :slight\_smile: But my cruise has gone out, now I have had it in the shop 3 times. :(:frowni… --- ## [Mazda B-2000 EGR light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-b-2000-egr-light/81028)
**Author:** [@ibekarl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibekarl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-b-2000-egr-light/81028 "2013-08-23T22:26:14Z")
I have an '87 Mazda B-2000 pickup. Does anyone know how to turn off the EGR light? I think it comes on at set intervals when it wants you to check the EGR system. --- ## [Random misfire under load pulling trailer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-misfire-under-load-pulling-trailer/81015)
**Author:** [@van\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/van_guy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-misfire-under-load-pulling-trailer/81015 "2013-08-23T18:48:21Z")
have a po300 code stored intermittently when pulling a trailer up hill under load. Have new plugs,wires,cap, and rotor. Fuel pump replaced and new fuel filter. had a crank shaft relearn performed. new air filter and clea… --- ## [Volvo v70 jerks when slowing down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-v70-jerks-when-slowing-down/72024)
**Author:** [@Rapp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rapp)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 9:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-v70-jerks-when-slowing-down/72024 "2013-08-23T09:36:48Z")
I have a 2004 Volvo v70 (not turbo) with 150,000 miles. After driving the car 5-10 miles, when I slow down to about 10 mph, the car jerks. Acceleration is fine with no apparent transmission slippage. I avoid the jerking … --- ## [2001 Ford F150 Supercrew 4x4 No Power To The Range Selector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f150-supercrew-4x4-no-power-to-the-range-selector/81022)
**Author:** [@Beabumm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beabumm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 8:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f150-supercrew-4x4-no-power-to-the-range-selector/81022 "2013-08-23T08:00:38Z")
I have a 2001 Ford F150 4x4 with a 5.4 ltr, my question is when I turn the 4x4 switch on there are no lights and no power to the switch, I have checked the actuator and I have checked all the fuses and relays (all good).… --- ## [Lambrect Auction, Pierce Nebraska, Sept 27-29](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lambrect-auction-pierce-nebraska-sept-27-29/80992)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lambrect-auction-pierce-nebraska-sept-27-29/80992 "2013-08-23T05:46:39Z")
I see the mainstream press is starting to hype this "once in a lifetime" auction, using it as a filler piece..A former Chevrolet dealer, Lambrecht Chevrolet, never sold his trade-in vehicles. He just stored them in a fie… --- ## [99 Windstar gas odor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-windstar-gas-odor/81018)
**Author:** [@wildfire78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wildfire78)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-windstar-gas-odor/81018 "2013-08-23T05:28:23Z")
After driving my Windstar approximately 30 miles or more when I stop and get out I can smell gas. I see no leaks or any gas build up any where. Is there something that maybe is causing too much fuel to be going to the in… --- ## [Cars for REALLY tall drivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-really-tall-drivers/80889)
**Author:** [@kmccubbin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccubbin)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-really-tall-drivers/80889 "2013-08-23T05:06:22Z")
I know this has come up before, but I've had no luck. Many suggestions (Scion Xb, Fit, etc.) are still just too small. I'm 6'11". Remarkably my 98 Honda Civic fits me fine, but now with all the bulked up electronics a… --- ## ["The Parkway Stall"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-parkway-stall/80299)
**Author:** [@camry\_kar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/camry_kar)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-parkway-stall/80299 "2013-08-23T05:04:17Z")
my 2001 toyota camry is great but has an intermittent, annoying problem no one can diagnose or correct. If I drive for a while at top highway speed (say 65mph) and then have to come to a stop (to pay toll or stop light)… --- ## ['04 Ford Mustang RPM Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-mustang-rpm-issues/81019)
**Author:** [@echoghost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/echoghost)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-mustang-rpm-issues/81019 "2013-08-23T04:43:57Z")
Hi all, and thanks for your time. I have a '04 Ford Mustang Convertible, V6 engine, and today on the way home it really scared me. I was stuck in traffic for an hour and a half, moving a few feet at a time, when all of t… --- ## [1999 Ford Windstar auto drivers window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-windstar-auto-drivers-window/81017)
**Author:** [@wildfire78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wildfire78)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-windstar-auto-drivers-window/81017 "2013-08-23T04:36:00Z")
My drivers window goes up and down good but the auto down does not work. I checked the fuse/relay that is in the box under the hood, drivers side and it looked okay but to be sure I swapped it with the one for the electr… --- ## [Engine keeps running after ignition key is out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-keeps-running-after-ignition-key-is-out/81010)
**Author:** [@its-still-a-honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/its-still-a-honda)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-keeps-running-after-ignition-key-is-out/81010 "2013-08-23T04:29:34Z")
Yesterday after I turned off my car I got out and saw that the car was still running. This lasted a minute or so that seemed like an hour or so. I got back in the car, turned the key to start it again, and then turned … --- ## [2005 Hyundai Elantra front end crash, repair reasonable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-elantra-front-end-crash-repair-reasonable/81006)
**Author:** [@halpie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/halpie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-elantra-front-end-crash-repair-reasonable/81006 "2013-08-23T03:04:27Z")
Rear ended another car. Totally my fault. Only carry liability insurance, so the repairs to my car are out of my pocket. Needs a new hood, bumper, bumper cover, radiator, grill, support, headlights, paint job, and (ug… --- ## [99 Ford Windstar start problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-ford-windstar-start-problems/80930)
**Author:** [@JonBec](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JonBec)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-ford-windstar-start-problems/80930 "2013-08-23T02:54:05Z")
Today my Windstar would not start, it only start if I press on the accelerator if I let go it will die, I'm thinking gas pump any other suggestions? --- ## [Other than PCV valve, what causes engine oil to go bad quickly?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/other-than-pcv-valve-what-causes-engine-oil-to-go-bad-quickly/80969)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/other-than-pcv-valve-what-causes-engine-oil-to-go-bad-quickly/80969 "2013-08-23T02:50:06Z")
It was a surprise that the car engine oil was pitch black - I use Mobil 1 and m/c said every 6k - I do every 5k. 1999 Acura Integra with 95k The PCV valve was found to be bad and replaced. At 80k I did the complete ti… --- ## [Length of Trip in Minutes vs Miles - Which is cheaper?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/length-of-trip-in-minutes-vs-miles-which-is-cheaper/80936)
**Author:** [@CThom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CThom)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/length-of-trip-in-minutes-vs-miles-which-is-cheaper/80936 "2013-08-23T02:31:25Z")
So I have a trip to take and I have two options for the route and I'm wondering which uses more gas, thereby costing the most. Route A: 27miles long, lasting approx 43minutes and I would guess an overall average speed … --- ## [Picking the right vehicle for an outdoor family](https://community.cartalk.com/t/picking-the-right-vehicle-for-an-outdoor-family/81004)
**Author:** [@Amad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amad)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/picking-the-right-vehicle-for-an-outdoor-family/81004 "2013-08-23T02:13:35Z")
We are a family of 5, with 2 teens and one ten-year-old. We spend a lot of time camping and make several 1200 mile trips each year. We are trying to pick a good low cost vehicle that is: Practical Comfortable Roomy Seats… --- ## [BMW drivers are the worse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-drivers-are-the-worse/80912)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-drivers-are-the-worse/80912 "2013-08-23T02:07:09Z")
This was on the Today Show this morning. I thought someone else would post this before me. http://www.nbcnews.com/id/52748638/ns/local\_news-san\_francisco\_bay\_area\_ca/t/study-links-bad-driver-behavior-wealth/#.Ugwcg93X… --- ## [Honda Accord won't shift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-wont-shift/80974)
**Author:** [@Walt\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Walt_B)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-wont-shift/80974 "2013-08-23T02:06:10Z")
My 1990 Honda Accord is stuck in "sport", and won't shift past second gear. The button isn't stuck, but the "S" light stays on. Any thoughts? --- ## [Fuel filter replacement help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-filter-replacement-help/81012)
**Author:** [@DiegoS13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DiegoS13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-filter-replacement-help/81012 "2013-08-23T01:44:07Z")
Hey guys, I just bought a fuel filter (bosch 71650) online that fits my nissan 240sx 1991. When it arrived the fuel filter was actually 'smaller in size' than the original one in my car right now which was bigger.. could… --- ## [Performance chips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performance-chips/71931)
**Author:** [@Elemetary](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elemetary)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2013, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performance-chips/71931 "2013-08-23T00:07:29Z")
I recently purchased a 2010 Honda Element. I've seen an add for a performance chip that is supposed to increase horsepower and gas mileage (which is mainly why I'm interested in this), while not voiding the car's warrant… --- ## [Honda Element revs on its own while idiling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-element-revs-on-its-own-while-idiling/76184)
**Author:** [@sewilker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sewilker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-element-revs-on-its-own-while-idiling/76184 "2013-08-22T23:18:25Z")
My 2008, standard transmission, Honda Element just turned over 100,000 miles recently. Over a year ago the engine started making a "hurrr hurrr hurrr hurrr hurrr" noise and shaking the whole car while I'm sitting at a li… --- ## [Help me Find a Wagon Style Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-find-a-wagon-style-car/81003)
**Author:** [@PipeTelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PipeTelle)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-find-a-wagon-style-car/81003 "2013-08-22T23:13:12Z")
For many years I've owned two old wagons. They certainly required a lot of maintenance, but I probably saved 40-to-50K with these wagons. Except for jobs like roofing, I never called a contractor. Sometimes I thought … --- ## [After car wash my radio stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-car-wash-my-radio-stopped-working/80995)
**Author:** [@Basia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Basia)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-car-wash-my-radio-stopped-working/80995 "2013-08-22T21:35:42Z")
Hi - so I took my 2005 Corolla this morning to get it detailed at a Eco Detailing place. They use steam instead of water. When I picked it up it looked good and I left. On the way home I went to turn on the radio and nad… --- ## [Strange problem with overdrive switch and cruise control...1995 Ford E250 van](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-problem-with-overdrive-switch-and-cruise-control-1995-ford-e250-van/80707)
**Author:** [@Doggone-GA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doggone-GA)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-problem-with-overdrive-switch-and-cruise-control-1995-ford-e250-van/80707 "2013-08-22T16:30:33Z")
I have had an intermittent problem with my van's cruise control for almost 10 years now. I've never tried to have it fixed, because I have NEVER been able to MAKE it happen. Intermittent doesn't even begin to describe … --- ## [2005 Grand Caravan oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-grand-caravan-oil-leak/81008)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-grand-caravan-oil-leak/81008 "2013-08-22T15:42:43Z")
I have an oil leak coming from somewhere and it's not the oil pan or plug. It's leaking onto the front bumper on the passenger side of the car and seems to be getting worse. Does anyone have any ideas where it could be c… --- ## [Poor Air Conditioning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-air-conditioning/80996)
**Author:** [@Derek1935](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Derek1935)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-air-conditioning/80996 "2013-08-22T14:18:17Z")
I have a 1996 Jaguar XJ6 VP, with 99,000 miles, that stands unused for months at a time. Last summer I had no air conditioning at all. I added two 14 oz cans of EZ Chill, and got satisfactory cooling, though not as goo… --- ## [Mazda bringing out new generation MX5 in 2015](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-bringing-out-new-generation-mx5-in-2015/80875)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-bringing-out-new-generation-mx5-in-2015/80875 "2013-08-22T11:36:39Z")
And Alfa Romeo will bring a new spider to the USA the same model year. No, it isn't a coincidence. Fiat and Mazda will team up to build similar cars at a Mazda plant in Japan. They will use different drive trains and s… --- ## [Tire Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-noise/79589)
**Author:** [@IlliniArch81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IlliniArch81)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-noise/79589 "2013-08-22T05:32:33Z")
I have a 2005 Cadillac CTS with 23k miles. It was my grandmothers car and is in excellent shape. It has had regular service and has had no mechanical problems. I have noticed recently that there is a humming noise that … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1743) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1745)