# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1798 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1799 --- ## [Fuel Pump or Fuse? Intermittent starting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-or-fuse-intermittent-starting-problems/79284)
**Author:** [@CathyM76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CathyM76)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-or-fuse-intermittent-starting-problems/79284 "2013-05-17T06:53:08Z")
It's a 2007 Nissan Murano with 50k miles and I've had it about 2 years. Occasionally, it won't start and this has happened about 7-10 times in 2 years. It turns over and makes all the normal sounds of starting, but nev… --- ## [Car Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-issue/79349)
**Author:** [@bs627927](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bs627927)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 5:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-issue/79349 "2013-05-17T05:53:23Z")
To all my car people out there: 1998 Nissan Altima with 150,000. It has been well maintained and had many of the major repairs completed. There is still something wrong that annoys the heck out of me. When in "P"ark, the… --- ## [2004 Kia Optima ac compressor replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-kia-optima-ac-compressor-replacement/79312)
**Author:** [@dockrat100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dockrat100)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-kia-optima-ac-compressor-replacement/79312 "2013-05-17T05:38:38Z")
2004 Kia Optima has the AC compressor locked up. What else needs replaced on this car to properly do the job? I can pull a vacuum, and add refrigerant, but is there a dryer that needs replaced? What needs flushed? --- ## [Clutch fork spring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-fork-spring/79353)
**Author:** [@garbagegasman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garbagegasman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 5:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-fork-spring/79353 "2013-05-17T05:12:24Z")
Ok so I'm replacing the clutch on my 1994 GMC K1500 and I had to replace my clutch fork because it was damaged. After looking through my repair manual it looks like there should be a seat and a spring on top of the clutc… --- ## [Jay leno](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jay-leno/79306)
**Author:** [@london](https://community.cartalk.com/u/london)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jay-leno/79306 "2013-05-17T04:47:31Z")
I read yesterday that Jay Leno is selling his car and motorcycle collection to a Saudi prince for something approaching a billion dollars. The story is so far unconfirmed but a billion dollars for eighty cars and about t… --- ## [AC problem.......AGAIN!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-problem-again/79331)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-problem-again/79331 "2013-05-17T02:40:03Z")
98 Tahoe ac giving me warm air once again. 5 weeks ago had it in the garage. they found a leaking schrader valve and re-charged and added dye. checked it and didn't see anymore leaks. they said keep an eye on it and if i… --- ## [Trailblazer headlamps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trailblazer-headlamps/79347)
**Author:** [@Dawn\_Reene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dawn_Reene)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trailblazer-headlamps/79347 "2013-05-17T02:34:39Z")
My headlamps aren't working. All other lights work. All fuses check out ok. --- ## [Great example of MILITARY GOVERNMENT WASTE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-example-of-military-government-waste/78991)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 129\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-example-of-military-government-waste/78991 "2013-05-17T02:13:24Z")
Congress has earmarked half a billion dollars to build improved versions of the Abrams Tank. Yet the Army doesn't want them. They've repetitively said "No Thanks - It's NOT needed". Yet Congress bowing to big business… --- ## [1947 Chevy gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1947-chevy-gas-tank/79340)
**Author:** [@Bipolar\_Boy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bipolar_Boy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2013, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1947-chevy-gas-tank/79340 "2013-05-17T00:32:02Z")
I let my 47 Chevy sit too long without driving it and now I am getting constant accumulation of scale, rust, etc.. in the glass bowl of my fuel filter. I have heard about removing the tank, cleaning with a chain and the… --- ## [Eclipse 2000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eclipse-2000/79327)
**Author:** [@Kaner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaner)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eclipse-2000/79327 "2013-05-16T23:56:58Z")
My son has a 2000 Eclipse which is making a horrible noise. Some say it is the lifters, some say it is a rod. Sounds like an airplane engine. The oil was not that low, maybe two quarts when we checked. He wants to sell i… --- ## [Diagnostic Questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnostic-questions/79334)
**Author:** [@Bob\_the\_Average](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bob_the_Average)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnostic-questions/79334 "2013-05-16T20:59:43Z")
My tale is long and one of much woe, so I shall begin at the beginning. I have a 1999 Toyota Corolla. 4 cylinders. I was on the road about 2 hours from home when my check engine light came on flashing. It stopped fla… --- ## [Factory alloys!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factory-alloys/79329)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factory-alloys/79329 "2013-05-16T20:38:47Z")
Am looking for a set of nice condition factory alloy wheels. 16-17" are somewhat easy to find. I did find a set of 18" alloys in exc cond for 500. Shops sells many fac takeoffs. Will not budge on price. Almost all afterm… --- ## [Jeep Cherokee Transmission/Clutch Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-cherokee-transmission-clutch-problems/79345)
**Author:** [@Ender](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ender)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-cherokee-transmission-clutch-problems/79345 "2013-05-16T20:03:07Z")
Deleted --- ## [I now have my second gear start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-now-have-my-second-gear-start/78483)
**Author:** [@Troubleshooter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Troubleshooter)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-now-have-my-second-gear-start/78483 "2013-05-16T18:50:34Z")
I posted a topic in 2011 about getting second gear start for my 2002 Bonneville. Some things have happened in the interim. Someone with a scurdled boscam closed the topic. My fiancee is now my wife. The city is buil… --- ## [2002 Honda Civic Overheat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-civic-overheat/79310)
**Author:** [@krs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/krs)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-civic-overheat/79310 "2013-05-16T18:13:17Z")
My son has a Honda Civic where the engine keeps wanting to overheat. There are no fluid leaks, and we replaced the thermostat. It keeps "blowing" the cap on the overflow. The fan seems to be working fine, so I don… --- ## [Misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire/79343)
**Author:** [@lemondrop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lemondrop)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire/79343 "2013-05-16T17:47:12Z")
My 2006 Cadillac misfires when I attempt to accelerate. Please save me a trip to the dealer. My mechanic does'nt know what to do. Thanks --- ## [Transmission rebuild on a 2001 Honda Accord- that didn't fix anything. What should I do next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-rebuild-on-a-2001-honda-accord-that-didnt-fix-anything-what-should-i-do-next/79324)
**Author:** [@vinnies\_mom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinnies_mom)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 8:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-rebuild-on-a-2001-honda-accord-that-didnt-fix-anything-what-should-i-do-next/79324 "2013-05-16T08:01:06Z")
An independent mechanic rebuilt my 2001 Honda Accord transmission for $ 1960.00. The first problem I had with my car shifting was when I tried to pass a car. The car kind of bucked and would not accelerate enough to… --- ## [Car battery research](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-research/79330)
**Author:** [@levbron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/levbron)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-research/79330 "2013-05-16T07:43:15Z")
So, I have a ten year old car battery that has just died. I think this must be a record for longevity. Is there a research company that I should contact before I take this to recycle? I have the sales receipt! --- ## [Low idle/stall in warm weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-idle-stall-in-warm-weather/78851)
**Author:** [@antmanzero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/antmanzero)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-idle-stall-in-warm-weather/78851 "2013-05-16T07:23:11Z")
So, I have a 97 f150 with a 4.6 that idles low, around 5-600 all the time, and stalls in warm weather only. I just cleaned the IAC to no avail, and am looking for any more tips or fixes for this problem. --- ## [Removing 3 1/2 year old gas from an '89 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-3-1-2-year-old-gas-from-an-89-camry/79315)
**Author:** [@Steve603](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve603)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 7:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-3-1-2-year-old-gas-from-an-89-camry/79315 "2013-05-16T07:00:54Z")
A friend gave me a '89 Camry V-6 that hasn't been run in about 3.5 years. 1st thing to do is get rid of the old gas. But do I have to have it towed to a place with a lift--remove, drain and replace? Ouch $$$ Will a… --- ## [New car break in period](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-break-in-period/79336)
**Author:** [@BillS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillS)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-break-in-period/79336 "2013-05-16T06:25:48Z")
I bought a new Honda civic and I'm driving to Cali next week. Am I remembering correctly that a new car needs a break in period? How dangerous is it for my car to drive all the way in 4-5 days? --- ## [Is the shop owner lying to me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-shop-owner-lying-to-me/79335)
**Author:** [@RobFromAvon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobFromAvon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 6:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-shop-owner-lying-to-me/79335 "2013-05-16T06:07:16Z")
I have a 2002 Kia Rio Cinco with 148,000 miles on it. I took it into a shop yesterday and was told I needed front brakes and was given a verbal quote of $350 out the door. I explained I don't really want to put money i… --- ## [2002 Saturn transmission failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-transmission-failure/79297)
**Author:** [@Stratman67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stratman67)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-transmission-failure/79297 "2013-05-16T04:55:16Z")
Hi... First time poster here... Well, I have a 2002 Saturn SL with nearly 170,000 miles on it, but the manual transmission has gone seriously wrong... I was driving today and I noticed that it was progressively getting h… --- ## [2006 Sebring Convertible 2.7L engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sebring-convertible-2-7l-engine/79313)
**Author:** [@mwruns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwruns)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sebring-convertible-2-7l-engine/79313 "2013-05-16T04:52:36Z")
I have a 2006 Chrysler Sebring Convertible 2.7L engine. Replaced water pump and spark plugs. We triple checked the alignment on the chain and are sure the timing is fine. Car started right up. Now running rough idle and … --- ## [What do I do if a lien holder won't sign the lien release after I pay the lien?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-i-do-if-a-lien-holder-wont-sign-the-lien-release-after-i-pay-the-lien/79087)
**Author:** [@Greeny417](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greeny417)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-i-do-if-a-lien-holder-wont-sign-the-lien-release-after-i-pay-the-lien/79087 "2013-05-16T04:52:16Z")
Does anyone have some advice??? I purchased a car for $200 from a guy who WAS a friend of mine. Instead of paying him the money right away we decided to have the title switched over to my name and just put a $200 lien on… --- ## [Recommend me a new (to me) car - looking for good mpg for long highway commute](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommend-me-a-new-to-me-car-looking-for-good-mpg-for-long-highway-commute/79301)
**Author:** [@timropp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timropp)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommend-me-a-new-to-me-car-looking-for-good-mpg-for-long-highway-commute/79301 "2013-05-16T02:39:58Z")
Concerned that my 2001 prizm might not be too long for this world, so I'm starting to consider a new vehicle. Just got a new job that involves a 35 mile each way commute daily - almost entirely highway. So I'd be looking… --- ## [98 Mustang GT Pinging 5/15/13](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-mustang-gt-pinging-5-15-13/79328)
**Author:** [@LAWPILOT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LAWPILOT)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2013, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-mustang-gt-pinging-5-15-13/79328 "2013-05-16T01:48:50Z")
My Mustang GT pings when accelerating up a grade of at least 3 degrees, beyond 40MPH. The pinging is reduced when I burn premium fuel, but it nevertheless still pings. I cannot drive beyond 50MPH over mountainous roads… --- ## [Elantra vs. Sonata](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elantra-vs-sonata/79265)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2013, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elantra-vs-sonata/79265 "2013-05-15T23:29:29Z")
I have been considering buying a new Elantra. I was told that Sonata is significantly better than Elantra. Only the most basic trim of Sonata is within my budget limits. Do you think it is worthed to spend more money for… --- ## [OK to Mix Synthetic and Conventional Brake Fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-to-mix-synthetic-and-conventional-brake-fluid/79260)
**Author:** [@Stephen730](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stephen730)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2013, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-to-mix-synthetic-and-conventional-brake-fluid/79260 "2013-05-15T19:19:47Z")
I recently got a used car, and I noticed this past week that clutch fluid is low. I don't know what kind of clutch fluid is in there, only that it is most likely DOT-3 fluid, per the manual recommendation. I bought som… --- ## [2007 Mazda RX-8 brakes squealing- is dealership lying to me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-rx-8-brakes-squealing-is-dealership-lying-to-me/79309)
**Author:** [@jillianfish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jillianfish)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2013, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-rx-8-brakes-squealing-is-dealership-lying-to-me/79309 "2013-05-15T17:58:29Z")
I just bought a 2007 Mazda RX-8 as a trade in from a dealership (not a Mazda dealership). The day after I brought it home I noticed the brakes were squealing. Not all the time, but more often than not (it seems to happ… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1797) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1799)