# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1788 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1789 --- ## [What is the hardest working vehicle on the road?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-hardest-working-vehicle-on-the-road/79588)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-hardest-working-vehicle-on-the-road/79588 "2013-06-02T08:14:47Z")
I was talking to someone about what I thought was the hardest working vehicle on the road. Obviously the typical police cars, taxis, delivery trucks, etc. came up but I was thinking that the garbage truck is the hardest… --- ## [Sebring Door Check Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sebring-door-check-replacement/79688)
**Author:** [@Sebring\_Sam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sebring_Sam)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sebring-door-check-replacement/79688 "2013-06-02T06:01:00Z")
I just bought a used 2005 Chrysler Sebring 2-door. The driver side door "pops" every time I open it. The sound seems to be coming from what I believe is called the "door check". Is this something that can be easily fi… --- ## [Cargo Van or Cargo Trailer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cargo-van-or-cargo-trailer/79599)
**Author:** [@sandybanandy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandybanandy)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cargo-van-or-cargo-trailer/79599 "2013-06-02T05:11:52Z")
Looking for economical recommendations. My son has a growing antiques business that we are planning to help him expand by getting him to shows in other states (not old enough to drive). This is looking to be a perman… --- ## [1998 sebring gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-sebring-gas-mileage/79662)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2013, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-sebring-gas-mileage/79662 "2013-06-02T02:19:45Z")
I checked the mileage on a 1998 sebring that I bought a month ago. It is a six cylinder and it is only getting 13 miles to the gallon. Most of the driving is in the city. Is that about average? I thought a six would … --- ## [Car Engine Heating Up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-engine-heating-up/79675)
**Author:** [@Fry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fry)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-engine-heating-up/79675 "2013-06-01T22:18:42Z")
Our 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipc engine heated up. The Anti Freeze reservoir is full but the radiator was low which caused the car to heat up. Why is the anti freeze not getting to the radiator? The hose seems clear. Any help? … --- ## [Honda 2002 Hard shift from 1st to 2nd,](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-2002-hard-shift-from-1st-to-2nd/79669)
**Author:** [@Kasy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kasy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-2002-hard-shift-from-1st-to-2nd/79669 "2013-06-01T17:53:24Z")
2002 Honda CRV. Has 62,000 miles. When 1st started there is a noticable hard shift from 1st to 2nd. If you drive a sghort distance, say 2 blocks and come to a stop and take off again it shifts smoothly, will shift fine t… --- ## [1996 honda civic freaks out in traffic in hot weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-civic-freaks-out-in-traffic-in-hot-weather/79659)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-civic-freaks-out-in-traffic-in-hot-weather/79659 "2013-06-01T16:10:14Z")
My 1996 honda civic cannot handle the heat. Every time the weather gets warm it freaks out when stuck in traffic for any extended period of time. It generally will start to rev while stopped, sometimes will jerk forwar… --- ## [Name of hood metal frame](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-of-hood-metal-frame/79571)
**Author:** [@Lasagna\_Hog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lasagna_Hog)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-of-hood-metal-frame/79571 "2013-06-01T16:02:57Z")
I'm trying to figure out the name of the metal frame that wraps around the front of the hood where the fenders are attached, and where the hood latch is attached as well. The '97 Toyota Tacoma that my grandfather owns wa… --- ## [Teaser for the regulars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teaser-for-the-regulars/79656)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teaser-for-the-regulars/79656 "2013-06-01T13:42:50Z")
Recently fixed a problem that was slightly strange. Let's see if you can ID the problem before I did. Background- 2005 Trailblazer, 4x4, 4.2L I6, ~150k miles, white with black tires :wink: Bought used a year ago. Have … --- ## [Aluminum Wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aluminum-wheels/79654)
**Author:** [@Aghydride](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aghydride)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 8:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aluminum-wheels/79654 "2013-06-01T08:34:57Z")
Are Al wheels functionally any better than steel or are they design only? It is a real pain when they get old and won't hold air!! Please tell me there is a good reason for them. --- ## [2002 chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevy/79467)
**Author:** [@altecboom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/altecboom)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 8:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevy/79467 "2013-06-01T08:31:30Z")
first of all I would have to say. I love you guys I listen to you every weekend here in the Berkshires Ok ,now my problem :I have a 2002 Chevy I have babied this car from the day I got it it has no a drop of rust on it … --- ## [86 Stang wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-stang-wont-start/79665)
**Author:** [@Sabre1988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sabre1988)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 8:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-stang-wont-start/79665 "2013-06-01T08:00:52Z")
I am all the way to trying to determine if my fuel pump relay is good or not. When I am testing the outlet the meter jumps to 12 volts and then drops back to about 2 volts when I turn the key on. I also traced a clicking… --- ## [Should I buy a catalytic converter or sell my 2004 Prius?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-catalytic-converter-or-sell-my-2004-prius/78455)
**Author:** [@PriusFanatic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PriusFanatic)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 7:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-catalytic-converter-or-sell-my-2004-prius/78455 "2013-06-01T07:01:10Z")
I have a 2004 Prius with 96,500 miles on it. I have taken great care of it with regular maintenance. The check engine light went on so I took it to the dealer. They told me that I need a new catalytic converter at the co… --- ## [Overdrive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overdrive/79667)
**Author:** [@BOOGMAN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOOGMAN)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overdrive/79667 "2013-06-01T05:33:06Z")
my 98 ford ranger overdrive light starts flashing usually when i drive on the highway. when i get off the highway and drive in town with o/d light flashing the truck downshifts hard when slowing down at stoplights.,als… --- ## [Dropping stuff down dashboard ducts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dropping-stuff-down-dashboard-ducts/79528)
**Author:** [@MIT86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MIT86)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dropping-stuff-down-dashboard-ducts/79528 "2013-06-01T03:56:13Z")
On today's show you had a listener who had dropped keys down a duct in her car. The noise bothered her, so she dropped a magnet and fishhook down there too. The Bro's suggested various trained rodentia. Instead of tryi… --- ## [97 Hyundai Elantra Quits and won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-hyundai-elantra-quits-and-wont-start/79587)
**Author:** [@tbrown10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbrown10)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-hyundai-elantra-quits-and-wont-start/79587 "2013-06-01T03:39:37Z")
I have a '97 Hyundai Elantra (That has been turned in to a Dirt Race Car) anyway the car will idol for an hour fine. When we take it on the track it will run 4 or 5 laps fine then we take it in the pits shut it off for … --- ## [96s10 brake booster vacuum leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96s10-brake-booster-vacuum-leak/79655)
**Author:** [@Bobby96s10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobby96s10)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96s10-brake-booster-vacuum-leak/79655 "2013-06-01T03:35:09Z")
Brake pedal whistles and is hard to push. Only happens intermittedly. Mechanic wants to put new brake booster on. This would be 3rd brake booster in 9mos. It's gotta be something else. What does the vacuum hose conne… --- ## [Tow my truck with 4 wheels down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tow-my-truck-with-4-wheels-down/79648)
**Author:** [@Train\_man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Train_man)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tow-my-truck-with-4-wheels-down/79648 "2013-06-01T03:33:49Z")
I want to tow my 1998 Ford Ranger, 4x4, automatic with 4 wheels down be hind my motor home. Can it be done? Train man --- ## [1998 Chrysler sebring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chrysler-sebring/79625)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chrysler-sebring/79625 "2013-06-01T02:14:40Z")
I just bought a 1998 Chrysler Sebring convertible. I love the car, however I am having a small problem. Every-time I leave the car, the passenger side door locks automatically. The manual says in-order to turn off the … --- ## [Help finding Sheepskin seat cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-finding-sheepskin-seat-cover/79220)
**Author:** [@JamieB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamieB)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-finding-sheepskin-seat-cover/79220 "2013-05-31T22:33:21Z")
Hi all! I am driving from Texas to California this July and was thinking about getting a sheepskin seat cover for my 2012 Hyundai Elantra with cloth seats. I found one at the right price ($79.99) from Costco. The brand i… --- ## [Whirring noise when engine starts up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whirring-noise-when-engine-starts-up/79635)
**Author:** [@blkmidas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blkmidas)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whirring-noise-when-engine-starts-up/79635 "2013-05-31T22:23:07Z")
ANYONE WITH AN IDEA OF WHAT COULD BE WRONG? --- ## [2000 Honda Accord is destroying distributors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-accord-is-destroying-distributors/79631)
**Author:** [@gwndol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gwndol)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-accord-is-destroying-distributors/79631 "2013-05-31T22:03:48Z")
Any ideas about what would be destroying my 2000 honda Accord's distributors? I've replaced the distributor three times in the past 6 months and they are being sheared off at the place where the distributor goes into th… --- ## [Rotors gone bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotors-gone-bad/79500)
**Author:** [@KCs\_Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KCs_Car)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotors-gone-bad/79500 "2013-05-31T20:59:10Z")
Hi, I have a 2012 Honda Crosstoyr (less than a year old) that I purchased new from the dealer and have already had my first big service as prescribed by the dealer (2 months ago). Over the past month I've noticed when I'… --- ## [Nissan CVT transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-cvt-transmission/79644)
**Author:** [@CRL50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CRL50)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-cvt-transmission/79644 "2013-05-31T20:23:21Z")
Can you use a transmission sealant in a CVT transmission? --- ## [Sometimes AC sometimes not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sometimes-ac-sometimes-not/79629)
**Author:** [@andrewRA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrewRA)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sometimes-ac-sometimes-not/79629 "2013-05-31T14:40:43Z")
My 2005 Legacy GT(151k) developed an AC issue. Sometimes it simply does not work when you start the car. Other times perfectly. I typically shut the climate control off(automatic) as I cannot stand hot air blowing on me.… --- ## [I'm going to raise the height of my car by putting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-going-to-raise-the-height-of-my-car-by-putting/79632)
**Author:** [@mareakin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mareakin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-going-to-raise-the-height-of-my-car-by-putting/79632 "2013-05-31T13:30:53Z")
For the last few years, I have been all about learning how to lower my car properly. Well, the more I learn the more I have come to believe that it isn't right for me, at least not where I drive: NYC. Instead, I'm going … --- ## [Stalling sunfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-sunfire/79624)
**Author:** [@Ups\_man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ups_man)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 9:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-sunfire/79624 "2013-05-31T09:02:49Z")
My daughter drives a 1996 sunfire 2.2. car started stalling while driving about a year ago. No apparent pattern, would go weeks even months in between. Last summer it became more frequent and noticed it would only do … --- ## [Engine compression problem immediately following 100,000 service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-compression-problem-immediately-following-100-000-service/79638)
**Author:** [@Crackerjack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Crackerjack)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 8:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-compression-problem-immediately-following-100-000-service/79638 "2013-05-31T08:58:51Z")
When I took my 2005 Ford Ranger V6 to the local Ford dealer for its 100,000 mile service it was running fine and had no apparent leaks of any kind. Service included oil change, replacement of PCV valve, and replacement o… --- ## [Rebuild it or go used?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuild-it-or-go-used/79645)
**Author:** [@Thanitos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thanitos)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 8:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuild-it-or-go-used/79645 "2013-05-31T08:49:27Z")
Hello everyone, first time poster here, I recently had my bad transmission changed on my 2001 VW gold GLS 1.8T Gas, 4 door hatchback 4 speed auto trans. The guy that did the job botched it by not checking a seal which l… --- ## [Smog & Register](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smog-register/79642)
**Author:** [@Jennifer\_Mechner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennifer_Mechner)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2013, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smog-register/79642 "2013-05-31T07:31:06Z")
I purchased a 78 VW bug from a dealer in NC. I can't get the smog or registration in CA without major engine work at big $. Now I need to sell at a loss but not sure how to sell if I have not done the smog or registrat… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1787) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1789)