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## [1995 Dodge Dakota 3.9L has strange HVAC behavior when under load](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-dodge-dakota-3-9l-has-strange-hvac-behavior-when-under-load/79930)

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**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-dodge-dakota-3-9l-has-strange-hvac-behavior-when-under-load/79930 "2013-06-20T04:04:48Z")

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My neighbor has a 1995 Dodge Dakota that I have been trying to get back in good reliable condition. It has the 3.9L V6, manual transmission, and is 2WD if that matters. It is a pretty basic truck and must have about th…

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## ['07 Civic Hybrid transmission(?) issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-civic-hybrid-transmission-issue/79893)

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**Author:** [@wrp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wrp)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-civic-hybrid-transmission-issue/79893 "2013-06-20T03:17:39Z")

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About a week ago, driving in San Francisco up a rather steep hill (you know, where the sidewalk is a staircase), the car was unable to make it. Gas pedal on the floor, tach near the redline, car not moving forward. Sta…

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## [Subaru tribeca B9 rear differential temp light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-tribeca-b9-rear-differential-temp-light/79846)

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**Author:** [@Hammernnails](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hammernnails)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-tribeca-b9-rear-differential-temp-light/79846 "2013-06-20T02:54:54Z")

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My wife has tribeca B9 (2006) and the rear diff light comes on when she is driving and goes off when she comes to a stop. It does not flicker and the elec connector looks OK, and the oil looks good and is full. Can thi…

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## [2000 Toyota Sienna Multiple Error Codes - Might they suggest a particular problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-sienna-multiple-error-codes-might-they-suggest-a-particular-problem/77427)

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**Author:** [@Kimland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kimland)\
**Replies:** 51\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-sienna-multiple-error-codes-might-they-suggest-a-particular-problem/77427 "2013-06-20T01:16:37Z")

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I have a 2000 Toyota Sienna that has had a check engine light for a while. The light would come at times, and go away at others, with prolonged intervals (days, weeks, months) with or without the light. Suddenly it st…

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## [1998 dodge speedo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-speedo/79933)

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**Author:** [@mr\_hudson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mr_hudson)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-speedo/79933 "2013-06-20T01:14:01Z")

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hi maybe someone came help my speedo only works at 65 mph the same gos for the curse control once you drop below that they go dead also when this started the ABS ,check eng,and brakes lights came on changed the speed …

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## [Volvo xc90 braking clunk only in emergency cond stop at speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc90-braking-clunk-only-in-emergency-cond-stop-at-speed/79944)

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**Author:** [@Southern\_Garth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Southern_Garth)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc90-braking-clunk-only-in-emergency-cond-stop-at-speed/79944 "2013-06-19T23:51:25Z")

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Stock 2005 Volvo xc90 brake grind only in emergency condition brake mode. Emergency condition = full pedal prompt pressing from 15+ MPH, more pronounced in turns. It is not always ocurring but once it starts it happens f…

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## [2008 Toyota Yaris Stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-yaris-stalling/79941)

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**Author:** [@lizzydizzy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lizzydizzy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-yaris-stalling/79941 "2013-06-19T22:29:26Z")

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I have a 2008 Toyota Yaris S Sedan. I've had it for 5 years, and it currently has 63,000 miles. About 3 years ago, it started stalling out while I was driving. It was only occasional, but it soon got worse and more frequ…

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## [Clear coat leprosy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clear-coat-leprosy/79911)

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**Author:** [@Liopleuridon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Liopleuridon)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clear-coat-leprosy/79911 "2013-06-19T21:42:59Z")

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I have a 2000 Toyota Echo that succumbed to clear coat peeling beginning about 2 winters ago. It began abruptly and spread quickly on roof, trunk lid and areas along the sides that receive light from above. The hood is f…

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## [Return of the sporadic Check Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/return-of-the-sporadic-check-engine-light/79938)

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**Author:** [@Oloryn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oloryn)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/return-of-the-sporadic-check-engine-light/79938 "2013-06-19T19:07:45Z")

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Well, it is summer, which means it is time for the return of the sporadic CEL on my 2000 Honda Accord. Typically it will come on, and then go out 60-80 miles later (presumably when it goes through the next cycle). If I…

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## [Erratic idle and stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/erratic-idle-and-stalling/79925)

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**Author:** [@94RioRedSVT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/94RioRedSVT)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 8:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/erratic-idle-and-stalling/79925 "2013-06-19T08:43:28Z")

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I have a 94 Cobra Mustang with a 5.0. For the past few months it has had an erratic Idle and stalls when trying to idle. I've had a number of suggestions on how to fix it and nothings seems to work. I checked for vacuum …

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## [97 F150- Bad bearing? or what?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-f150-bad-bearing-or-what/79825)

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**Author:** [@antmanzero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/antmanzero)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 7:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-f150-bad-bearing-or-what/79825 "2013-06-19T07:07:44Z")

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Well, got a 97 f150 4x4, and I have the abs/brake light on, and a really loud noise that sounds suspiciously like a bad bearing. So I go to my mechanic, who said it was the front passenger bearing going bad, and replaced…

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## [Out-of-state insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-state-insurance/79912)

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**Author:** [@Jordan1256](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordan1256)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-state-insurance/79912 "2013-06-19T05:26:14Z")

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I have an insurance question. I've been living in Louisiana for a few years now, but I'd like to keep my Wisconsin insurance since it's much cheaper. I still have WI plates, and a valid WI license with a valid WI address…

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## [Opening a power-locked door?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opening-a-power-locked-door/79908)

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**Author:** [@t4stywh34t](https://community.cartalk.com/u/t4stywh34t)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opening-a-power-locked-door/79908 "2013-06-19T02:45:07Z")

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Hello folks. First post here. I unfortunately own a 2003 Saab 9-3. If I could find a way to take its engine out and put it in a go-kart, I'd have the perfect car. But I digress... Amongst many problems, currently the…

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## [Buying a rebuilt engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-rebuilt-engine/79927)

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**Author:** [@mbecker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mbecker)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-rebuilt-engine/79927 "2013-06-19T02:15:16Z")

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I took my 1998 Honda Civic to the mechanic last week, just a few weeks after an oil change. They found no oil left and no sign of a leak, so they're thinking is that the oil is possibly getting into the combustion chambe…

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## [Gas fumes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-fumes/79858)

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**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-fumes/79858 "2013-06-19T02:13:32Z")

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I've been smelling gasoline fumes outside rear and sides of 2004 Malibu Maxx. No DTCs setting, although I left gas cap off while running, opened port of purge solenoid (also while engine running), and checked all fuses m…

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## [Who is kicking my Volvo?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-is-kicking-my-volvo/79738)

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**Author:** [@eastlake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eastlake)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-is-kicking-my-volvo/79738 "2013-06-18T23:20:27Z")

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Once in a while it feels like someone kicks my car. Maybe it skips a beat. This happens when my foot is on the brake. The car may be stopped or moving slowly. Sometimes this makes it stall. When the air flow meter is …

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## [What tires for an emergencyehicle? (2008 Expedition 255-70 R18)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tires-for-an-emergencyehicle-2008-expedition-255-70-r18/79905)

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**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tires-for-an-emergencyehicle-2008-expedition-255-70-r18/79905 "2013-06-18T19:47:24Z")

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When Interstate traffic is at a standstill the EV has no choice but to use the outside shoulder or median shoulder where there may be debris. Would be nice to save gas using highway tread tires. (The SUV has aggressive …

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## [Locking system on '87 BMW 325i](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locking-system-on-87-bmw-325i/79922)

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**Author:** [@Jas28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jas28)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locking-system-on-87-bmw-325i/79922 "2013-06-18T19:46:15Z")

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I recently purchased and had installed a new battery. Prior to that I could lock both doors and the trunk from the trunk with one key twist. Since the battery change I must lock each door and the trunk separately. Can I…

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## [Mystery Sound on Mazda6i at 2500-3000rpm only when engine warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-sound-on-mazda6i-at-2500-3000rpm-only-when-engine-warm/79923)

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**Author:** [@Ticket2ride](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ticket2ride)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-sound-on-mazda6i-at-2500-3000rpm-only-when-engine-warm/79923 "2013-06-18T18:27:44Z")

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Hi all, my 05 Mazda6 (147000 miles) makes a roaring sound when accelerating and hitting 2500-3000 rpm. It only does it after being driven fast (interstate) for about 20 min, so when the engine is warm. Interestingly, the…

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## [Oil Light Not Coming On](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-not-coming-on/79921)

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**Author:** [@troopergirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/troopergirl)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-not-coming-on/79921 "2013-06-18T14:41:06Z")

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Hi, I drive a 2000 Isuzu Trooper. About 3 weeks ago my oil light came on while driving. I immediately stopped, checked my oil, then had my car towed to the shop, worried that I had lost oil pressure. Mechanic couldn't …

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## [Mini Cooper clicking and clacking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-cooper-clicking-and-clacking/79917)

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**Author:** [@Glory](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Glory)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-cooper-clicking-and-clacking/79917 "2013-06-18T05:57:44Z")

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My 2007 mini cooper with low milage (40,000) began making clacking noizes, then backfiring, then loosing power. Had intake valves cleaned with walnut shells a few months ago at graet expense and just started to click and…

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## [Starting my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-my-car/79889)

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**Author:** [@onlyoneLaLa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/onlyoneLaLa)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-my-car/79889 "2013-06-18T03:39:26Z")

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I was deployed to Afghanistan from December to june. It was only started once during that time. when I hooked up the jumper cables from a running car to mine, I try and start the car and all I hear is a continuous clic…

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## [05 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-honda-civic/79901)

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**Author:** [@DanB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanB)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-honda-civic/79901 "2013-06-18T03:28:38Z")

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My wife's 05 Honda Civic with 105,00 miles on it is making a vibrating noise that sounds like going over a washboard. It seems to come from the right front of the car and only happens between 35 and 45 mph. We have been …

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## [78 305 mount to a 88 tranny?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/78-305-mount-to-a-88-tranny/79910)

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**Author:** [@peckerwoodking](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peckerwoodking)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 2:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/78-305-mount-to-a-88-tranny/79910 "2013-06-18T02:25:25Z")

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i have a bone stock 78 monte carlo with a 305 v8. i recently wrecked it but the engine and tranny are perfectly fine. there is only 78k on both all original. i was wondering if that 305 would mount up at a 88 chevy 2wd p…

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## [Car Won't Shift out of Park!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-shift-out-of-park/79904)

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**Author:** [@tarnishedwisdom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tarnishedwisdom)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-shift-out-of-park/79904 "2013-06-18T02:05:14Z")

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Here's a wacky one for you guys. My wife's AC quit blowing air last week (a '05 Nissan Altima), so I decided to check all the fuses before just replacing the blower motor. I pulled all fuses out in all three fuse boxes…

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## ["It's Probably Something Minor"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-probably-something-minor/79827)

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**Author:** [@98caddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/98caddy)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-probably-something-minor/79827 "2013-06-18T02:05:03Z")

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I was reading a car ad on Craigslist recently, and in their description of the car, they noted that it will need to be towed. They said that the engine runs, but there is oil everywhere under the hood, and it "screams a…

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## [Towing 1800lbs tent trailer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-1800lbs-tent-trailer/78475)

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**Author:** [@Zigman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zigman)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2013, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-1800lbs-tent-trailer/78475 "2013-06-18T01:08:38Z")

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Do we need to install a power steering coolant and or transmission coolant to tow tent trailer for a. honda odessey 2006 2006

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## [Hail damage and replacement costs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hail-damage-and-replacement-costs/79842)

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**Author:** [@backcountryaz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/backcountryaz)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2013, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hail-damage-and-replacement-costs/79842 "2013-06-17T23:07:08Z")

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Good Afternoon. My 1999 Ford F-150 was damaged by a hail storm. I have 4 estimates and all are in the $4,500 dollar range after deductible. The question is this. The truck has 170,000 miles and a market value less th…

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## [Civic slowly dying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-slowly-dying/79636)

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**Author:** [@Stig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stig)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2013, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-slowly-dying/79636 "2013-06-17T22:41:23Z")

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I was driving my 94 civic lx yesterday, and noticed that on acceleration the car would die when exceeding 3000 rpm, so I proceeded driving not exceeding those rpms. After a few minutes, that “ceiling” decreased to 2700 …

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## [Steering coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-coolant/79907)

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**Author:** [@Zigman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zigman)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2013, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-coolant/79907 "2013-06-17T22:17:21Z")

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Hi I was informed that I do not have to change the steering coolant for my 2006 honda odsy since i do the 15000 mile oil change. I am planning to put a hitch fora tent trailer not more than 1800 lbs

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