# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1769 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1770 --- ## [Taurus SHO Conversion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-sho-conversion/80253)
**Author:** [@MESATMCF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MESATMCF)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-sho-conversion/80253 "2013-07-09T16:01:02Z")
I have a 1998 Ford Taurus SHO. The engine has a broken connecting rod or spun a rod bearing. The car has only 50,000 miles and the body is in excellent condition. I would like to keep the car but I do not wish to keep… --- ## [Clutch Bleeding question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-bleeding-question/80252)
**Author:** [@fun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fun)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-bleeding-question/80252 "2013-07-09T14:08:07Z")
I replaced my slave cylinder thinking that would solve my problem, it didn't, so I replaced the master. I had a thread about that but this question seems to be specific of its own, so I hope it's ok I made this one. My q… --- ## [Mpg towing a popup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mpg-towing-a-popup/80230)
**Author:** [@Capt\_Jaws](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Capt_Jaws)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 10:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mpg-towing-a-popup/80230 "2013-07-09T10:03:19Z")
My wife and I are planning a trip from Michigan to Denver. We will be driving a 2003 Toyota 4 Runner, V8, towing a 1985 pop up weighing about 1500#. Will driving with the AC ON or off adversely affect the MPG? My wife … --- ## [Should you paint a dashboard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-you-paint-a-dashboard/80245)
**Author:** [@Tamy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tamy)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 8:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-you-paint-a-dashboard/80245 "2013-07-09T08:24:33Z")
I recently got a windshield replaced in my 2003 Tahoe. They shop was a bit sloppy and speckled the tan colored dash with black crap, I believe it was the adhesive. They could not get it cleaned off. They offered to pa… --- ## [Civic Engine Swap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-engine-swap/80244)
**Author:** [@bemehiser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bemehiser)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 7:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-engine-swap/80244 "2013-07-09T07:24:01Z")
I have an '81 civic 1500. I heard that the engine mounts are the same as on newer '90s civics. Can anyone corroborate that? Also, if the mounts are the same, can provide insight into the difficulty level of a swap? Thank… --- ## [Sparkplug query](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sparkplug-query/80217)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 7:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sparkplug-query/80217 "2013-07-09T07:06:52Z")
03 vue has 3.0 Opel motor. Came stock with Bosch triple tip plugs. Bosch also makes a dbl tip plat plug which is sold at Walmart. They are $4.5 at wm. the oem is $8 or so at parts stores. I have no idea why Bosch makes 2… --- ## [22R-E timing cover leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/22r-e-timing-cover-leaking/80127)
**Author:** [@mark9207](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark9207)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 6:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/22r-e-timing-cover-leaking/80127 "2013-07-09T06:40:01Z")
My brother has a 1988 Toyota mini truck with the 22R-E engine, an engine I am not very familiar with. He has been unable to get the timing cover to stop leaking a phenomenal amount of oil. The oil seems to be coming fr… --- ## [Clutch problem... help, please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-problem-help-please/80227)
**Author:** [@fun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fun)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 6:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-problem-help-please/80227 "2013-07-09T06:14:09Z")
I have a 2006 Mazda 6 with 104k on it. The clutch started sticking a couple weeks ago right where it would engage into gear, and I'd have to use my foot to pop it back up. It only happened here and there until finally, i… --- ## [Chevy diesel coolant problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-diesel-coolant-problem/80025)
**Author:** [@Ike1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ike1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-diesel-coolant-problem/80025 "2013-07-09T04:56:34Z")
I've got a 2001 Chevy 2500 HD with the Duramax Diesel. The coolant resevoir is pressurizing to the point that about an hour after shutdown, it burps out about a cup of coolant unless I manually loosen the cap and let th… --- ## [2007 Toyota Yaris, strange knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-yaris-strange-knocking/80143)
**Author:** [@sjb5001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjb5001)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-yaris-strange-knocking/80143 "2013-07-09T04:00:07Z")
I have a 2007 Toyota Yaris which has run like a Swiss watch for the past seven years, until today. On my way home from work, I was stopped at a traffic light and detected a moderately loud knocking sound coming from the … --- ## [Can't figure out random starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-figure-out-random-starts/80176)
**Author:** [@analogtimepiece](https://community.cartalk.com/u/analogtimepiece)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-figure-out-random-starts/80176 "2013-07-09T02:51:00Z")
Howdy hey, Having a little issue here with my 2000 buick regal. There is an occasional instance where my car won't start for a while, then after several attempts, itll start up. When I turn the ignition key, it will no… --- ## [Wheel Bearing Failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-failure/80182)
**Author:** [@jlw57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jlw57)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-failure/80182 "2013-07-09T02:26:42Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota Highlander. Yesterday I took it for a brake job. I am new in the area and do not know the mechanic. The mechanic told me that the brakes are fine, but that my problem is larger. He said the wheel… --- ## [05 Chevy Equinox issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-chevy-equinox-issues/80057)
**Author:** [@felbell85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/felbell85)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-chevy-equinox-issues/80057 "2013-07-09T02:13:42Z")
So, the head gasket in my equinox went. My buddy (who is a mechanic) and I tore into her and replaced the gaskets from the cylindar heads up. Put everything back together fired her up and she ran. However, once she was r… --- ## [2003 honda V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-v6/77454)
**Author:** [@henri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/henri)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2013, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-v6/77454 "2013-07-09T00:12:04Z")
I have a problem with vibration in steering wheel and at speeds of 50 to 60 mph. It also vibrates at idle. This problem did not start until we had new brakes and rotors turn. We also have had tires rotated and ba… --- ## [Chevy Tahoe 2007 Stabilitrak service light (automatic transmission)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-tahoe-2007-stabilitrak-service-light-automatic-transmission/80241)
**Author:** [@katiekayak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katiekayak)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-tahoe-2007-stabilitrak-service-light-automatic-transmission/80241 "2013-07-08T23:15:37Z")
Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 This service light came on 2 weeks ago. The next day, the car seemed to be trying to switch from 2 wheel to 4 wheel drive. Took it to the dealer who found nothing. We drove the car for 2 days witho… --- ## [What does the VATS system control on an '89 Pontiac Firebird Formula?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-the-vats-system-control-on-an-89-pontiac-firebird-formula/80015)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-the-vats-system-control-on-an-89-pontiac-firebird-formula/80015 "2013-07-08T21:07:07Z")
I bought this '89 Firebird Formula at a police impound auction last week. Research indicates that '89 was the first year for VATS on this model. It's a fairly clean 350/5.7, tuned port, 5-speed, car with a good interior… --- ## [Two Strange Issues with a 2007 Nissan Altima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-strange-issues-with-a-2007-nissan-altima/80236)
**Author:** [@pgorman30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pgorman30)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-strange-issues-with-a-2007-nissan-altima/80236 "2013-07-08T19:52:35Z")
Hey Guys, I'm hoping someone can give me some guidance here. I'm having two slightly strange issues with a 2007 Nissan Altima 2.5S... First, after driving for about 30 minutes on warmer/hot days (above 85 degrees) th… --- ## [Prius Diagnostic Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-diagnostic-codes/79106)
**Author:** [@SoNewSammie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SoNewSammie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-diagnostic-codes/79106 "2013-07-08T19:51:37Z")
I need to get my 2002 Toyota Prius inspected. The Warning/check engine light came on so I ran a diagnostic (OBDII) on it and came up with P3006 Fuel Air Metering Auxillary Emission controls. What does this mean? Previous… --- ## [Killer idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/killer-idle/80234)
**Author:** [@MHFarmBoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MHFarmBoy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 11:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/killer-idle/80234 "2013-07-08T11:12:31Z")
My 2000 Nissan pathfinder died on the freeway the other day when I got it home it wouldn't start, but turns over. I put some starter fluid in the intake and it started till what I sprayed ran out. So I figured it was a f… --- ## [RPM spike on 91 Ford Thunderbird SC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-spike-on-91-ford-thunderbird-sc/75101)
**Author:** [@Cleve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cleve)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 8:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-spike-on-91-ford-thunderbird-sc/75101 "2013-07-08T08:01:37Z")
Hey everyone. I get an intermittent spike in RPM with a lurch in the engine when I'm holding anywhere from 1500-1700 RPM. I say it's intermittent because it might happen three or four times over the span of a few secon… --- ## [Chevy transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-transmission/80105)
**Author:** [@mike4582](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mike4582)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 7:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-transmission/80105 "2013-07-08T07:54:21Z")
I have a 99 Chevy Tahoe that the transmission keeps goin out in. I've replaced the torque converter,cooler lines,computer I've even added an additional cooler on the truck and it keeps burning three the transmissions any… --- ## [Cooling System Pressure Tester Not Building Pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-system-pressure-tester-not-building-pressure/80225)
**Author:** [@jelledge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jelledge)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-system-pressure-tester-not-building-pressure/80225 "2013-07-08T07:19:15Z")
I noticed that my coolant seems to be leaking in my 2006 Kia Sedona, so I went out and got a pressure tester to see if I could troubleshoot it myself. I've got a Kia adapter, and it seems to fit the radiator cap fine, b… --- ## [Which car should I buy next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-buy-next/80001)
**Author:** [@Taffy2021](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taffy2021)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-buy-next/80001 "2013-07-08T06:01:01Z")
I have a 2001 Subaru Outback -AWD - and love it. But its time to replace it with something a bit larger so we can take drive trips in it. I am looking at a 2012 highlander 4 WD - will it drive the same? Another words… --- ## ['05 MINI Cooper S - weird front end noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-mini-cooper-s-weird-front-end-noise/80222)
**Author:** [@drum365](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drum365)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 5:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-mini-cooper-s-weird-front-end-noise/80222 "2013-07-08T05:39:42Z")
I have a 2005 MINI Cooper S with manual transmission, bought new. Almost three years ago, it started making a strange noise that no one has been able to identify or repair. When turning full left at very low speed, like … --- ## [Electrical glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-glitch/80218)
**Author:** [@AllenM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AllenM)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-glitch/80218 "2013-07-08T05:28:32Z")
I have a 63 dodge pickup with a habit of burning out ignition coils within 2 weeks. It's happened with the slant 6 motor, it's happened with the 318 v8 and its also happened with the current motor a 440. I have changed t… --- ## [Po401](https://community.cartalk.com/t/po401/80204)
**Author:** [@mrreliz7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrreliz7)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/po401/80204 "2013-07-08T05:09:26Z")
1996 Toyota camry le 4 cylinders has code po401 does it damage engine what will it do. Inssuficient exaust flow --- ## [Becoming Hard to Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/becoming-hard-to-start/80210)
**Author:** [@Arnie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arnie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/becoming-hard-to-start/80210 "2013-07-08T04:42:46Z")
My 1997 Pontiac Firebird Transam Ram-Air with 169K miles is becoming hard to start. It used to start right up with the first key-switch. Now, if the gas level in the tank is below 75% it will not start on the key-switc… --- ## [PA inspection question re: rear window glazing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pa-inspection-question-re-rear-window-glazing/80229)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pa-inspection-question-re-rear-window-glazing/80229 "2013-07-08T02:44:05Z")
'94 Ford F150, 152k mi. Recently, I managed to break the rear window (DOH!) on my pickup. (Nom-sliding.) Given that I could reasonably forsee it happening again, given the amount of sctap metal I haul with it, I opted … --- ## [A summer problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-summer-problem/80194)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-summer-problem/80194 "2013-07-08T02:39:44Z")
Okay guys, just a tip for those who suddenly experience wobble on the highway. It's summer here, been really hot lately, and I had a problem I've never had before. Thursday, while I was out getting sunshine, I stopped … --- ## [The Stag Triumph. Pros and Cons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-stag-triumph-pros-and-cons/80173)
**Author:** [@Awwstindo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Awwstindo)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2013, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-stag-triumph-pros-and-cons/80173 "2013-07-08T02:17:01Z")
Im very interested in this car and would like to know some facts. Thanks [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1768) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1770)