# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1818 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1819 --- ## [2003 Focus ZTS Engine Surge Under Load](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-focus-zts-engine-surge-under-load/78754)
**Author:** [@Mikeybackwards](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikeybackwards)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-focus-zts-engine-surge-under-load/78754 "2013-04-17T19:46:47Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Focus ZTS with a ZTec 4-cylinder motor, 5-speed manual transmission, @145K miles (one owner). I had the fuel pump replaced in October 2012. For the past couple of months I have had intermittent engine… --- ## [Vw cat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-cat/78743)
**Author:** [@Touareg\_Jack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Touareg_Jack)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-cat/78743 "2013-04-17T19:28:47Z")
I have a 2000 Beetle that needs a CAT. The dealer said the replacement price would be $1,000.00. I learned of a universal replacement for $300.00 but was told it was not guaranteed to pass inspection. What are the opti… --- ## [Intermittent fuel supply problem - Silverado Duramax diesel engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-fuel-supply-problem-silverado-duramax-diesel-engine/78752)
**Author:** [@Stan\_in\_Mancos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stan_in_Mancos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-fuel-supply-problem-silverado-duramax-diesel-engine/78752 "2013-04-17T18:52:51Z")
I have a 2009 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD pickup with a Duramax diesel engine in it. It has a problem where, intermittently, the engine will start up and then shut down after a second or two of running. I then go to the fu… --- ## [Ford Escape 2013 (This really happened)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-2013-this-really-happened/78684)
**Author:** [@teekay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teekay)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-2013-this-really-happened/78684 "2013-04-17T18:34:05Z")
We bought a 2013 Ford Escape 2.0L AWD. After 3 tanks of gas, a reasonable break-in period, the vehicle did 21.9 MPG highway without A/C turned on 19.8 MPG city. The vehicle went to the dealer with 1100 miles on it with:… --- ## [Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry/78750)
**Author:** [@cartalk37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartalk37)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry/78750 "2013-04-17T18:27:04Z")
slow take off do I need a tune-up I have the car for 4 years now. without a tune up --- ## [Sticky Manual 5-speed Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-manual-5-speed-transmission/78728)
**Author:** [@ajflanz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajflanz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-manual-5-speed-transmission/78728 "2013-04-17T18:15:13Z")
2006 mini cooper, 5 speed manual 113 thousand miles got it in 2010 2 previous owners never had any previous troubles learned how to drive stick with the car stiff shifting, takes a lot of effort to shift to second, 3rd… --- ## [Learning to drive stick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/learning-to-drive-stick/78715)
**Author:** [@FordOB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FordOB)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/learning-to-drive-stick/78715 "2013-04-17T17:42:15Z")
I tried to teach my boyfriend to drive my stick, and he killed the car several times. After just 10 minutes of this, I quickly gave up. I was shocked to see how much this damaged my car! It still runs, but it feels total… --- ## [2000 Subaru Outback stored for 10 months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-stored-for-10-months/78678)
**Author:** [@Durf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Durf)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-stored-for-10-months/78678 "2013-04-17T16:50:49Z")
I have been in the Philippines for almost 9 months now and in May I am coming home. My car has been in storage for this time and before I left I washed it, filled it with fuel, changed the oil, disconnected the battery, … --- ## [Need advice on Car Inspection or Selling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-on-car-inspection-or-selling/78740)
**Author:** [@BrassyLass](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrassyLass)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 9:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-on-car-inspection-or-selling/78740 "2013-04-17T09:14:30Z")
We have a '01 Nissan Frontier that runs well and has 146K miles, that is out of inspection. After letting the local car shop run it's tests, looks like repairs to pass will be about $1,500 or more. Don't have that at the… --- ## [Old Ford Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-ford-truck/78698)
**Author:** [@my\_ole\_truck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/my_ole_truck)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-ford-truck/78698 "2013-04-17T08:08:32Z")
I have this 1990 Ford F150. Can't say it is found on road dead,because I can't get it to run enough to get it to the road. It used to be my brothers problem,but now it is mine. It has a 4.9 six cylinder engine, fuel inje… --- ## [Procedure for taking off broken, rusted hub stud?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/procedure-for-taking-off-broken-rusted-hub-stud/78672)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 7:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/procedure-for-taking-off-broken-rusted-hub-stud/78672 "2013-04-17T07:28:47Z")
HI, I broke one of the wheel/hub studs on my 2006 Ford Focus, when I tried to take the wheel off. So, this car lived through 7 winters in Boston metropolitan area, and it has about 90,000 miles on it. I bought the ca… --- ## [Head gasket replacement- nissan altima 07](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-replacement-nissan-altima-07/78649)
**Author:** [@tiff403616](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tiff403616)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-replacement-nissan-altima-07/78649 "2013-04-17T06:39:17Z")
Hello, I just had my head gasket replaced by a mechanic, but there is still white smoke coming out. My mechanic said that the rings are done? Idk what that means. My friend who is a mechanic himself says my mechanic … --- ## [Mazda RX8 - catalytic converter clog - lead to engine damage - what next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-rx8-catalytic-converter-clog-lead-to-engine-damage-what-next/78734)
**Author:** [@Mindwave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mindwave)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-rx8-catalytic-converter-clog-lead-to-engine-damage-what-next/78734 "2013-04-17T06:29:18Z")
Over the last seven months, I have replaced the brakes, transmission, hoses, tires, and various other components via the Mazda dealership. The car is almost 10 years old and has 96,000 miles. I have taken the car in to… --- ## [Parasitic Drain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-drain/78654)
**Author:** [@AgnesTheBeetle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AgnesTheBeetle)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-drain/78654 "2013-04-17T05:05:32Z")
Howdy! Agnes, my Beetle has developed a rather bad habit of not starting. Got a jump at work, and came home. Car wouldn't start again. Replaced the battery, and it was fine for a couple of days, but today Agnes is ba… --- ## [Tor Fill or Not to Fill please, answer the question!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tor-fill-or-not-to-fill-please-answer-the-question/78704)
**Author:** [@Maibach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maibach)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tor-fill-or-not-to-fill-please-answer-the-question/78704 "2013-04-17T04:43:00Z")
A long time ago, I was watching a car show. They recommended the older the car the less fuel you should empty before refilling. The reason is to keep the gunk from fouling the engine. My most beloved insist this is nonse… --- ## [Voltage problem in cadillac sts 2008](https://community.cartalk.com/t/voltage-problem-in-cadillac-sts-2008/78716)
**Author:** [@MR\_STU](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MR_STU)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/voltage-problem-in-cadillac-sts-2008/78716 "2013-04-17T04:10:31Z")
Hello everyone. I hope someone can answer me with a solution to my problem. I have a 2008 Cadillac STS, 3.6 Ltr. engine and generally am very happy with it, save for one problem. My battery voltage reads in the range … --- ## [240 volvo no lights indication when you start eng. and kills battery, has neg drawing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/240-volvo-no-lights-indication-when-you-start-eng-and-kills-battery-has-neg-drawing/78723)
**Author:** [@pabst4950](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pabst4950)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/240-volvo-no-lights-indication-when-you-start-eng-and-kills-battery-has-neg-drawing/78723 "2013-04-17T03:51:06Z")
when i start eng . usually your dashboard light turn on , eng,seatbelts,etc, but that doesnt happens ,but engines starts for awhile and than you see the volt indicator drawing negative.and after a few minutes of running … --- ## [Why does my Honda shutdown unpredictably?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-honda-shutdown-unpredictably/78714)
**Author:** [@Buffalo\_Bill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Buffalo_Bill)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-honda-shutdown-unpredictably/78714 "2013-04-17T03:11:53Z")
I drive a 2002 Honda Civic 4 door DX. In 2011 at intersections, the car unpredictably shut off completely and then restarted ten minutes later - this happened twice, spaced two weeks apart. I took the car to two … --- ## [Lifters?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifters/78739)
**Author:** [@sbh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sbh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifters/78739 "2013-04-17T00:01:11Z")
I have a 86 GMC Sierra 1500 Pickup Truck ; 1 owner, 61,000 miles ( the past 3 -4 years havent put on 1,000) Was considering having it painted, but before I did that , started driving it a bit more- noticed more than usu… --- ## [1995 Chevrolet Lumina speedometer pulses with the turn signal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-chevrolet-lumina-speedometer-pulses-with-the-turn-signal/78724)
**Author:** [@1995chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1995chevy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-chevrolet-lumina-speedometer-pulses-with-the-turn-signal/78724 "2013-04-16T23:32:40Z")
I have a 1995 Chevrolet Lumina with about 175,000 miles on it. I've noticed in the past few months that the lights seem a bit dimmer, and the turn signal doesn't always work for the rear blinkers. It blinks rapidly in th… --- ## [Road Trip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-trip/78718)
**Author:** [@ginger134](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ginger134)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-trip/78718 "2013-04-16T23:00:44Z")
Hello! I have an 04 ford explorer and am planning on taking it on a trip from new york to illinois. the trip is roughly 1000 miles each way. Im planning on making the trip there and back in about three days. My car has a… --- ## [New Driver- Using a Left Foot Accelerator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-driver-using-a-left-foot-accelerator/78607)
**Author:** [@brighteye6879](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brighteye6879)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-driver-using-a-left-foot-accelerator/78607 "2013-04-16T22:04:30Z")
Hello! I am about to learn how to drive, but I have severe weakness in the my right leg. Can anyone recommend a specific brand of left foot accelerator? I will be driving a Lexus RX 350. Also, does an adaptation like tha… --- ## [Cap rotor wires o2 sensor never been changed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cap-rotor-wires-o2-sensor-never-been-changed/78681)
**Author:** [@kenberthiaume](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kenberthiaume)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cap-rotor-wires-o2-sensor-never-been-changed/78681 "2013-04-16T20:55:53Z")
95 corolla 250 k miles. Items above never been changed. Would changing them not improve performance? Runs pretty good now. Or, would it be a waste of money? --- ## [Fix or Replace T&C '98](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-replace-t-c-98/78657)
**Author:** [@Danroonie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danroonie)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-replace-t-c-98/78657 "2013-04-16T19:10:25Z")
My mechanic says I need a transmission rebuild at 110K miles. I've always trusted him 100% cause he's been working on my cars cheap and perfectly for years, AND he doesn't do transmission work AND he showed me his online… --- ## [Car Salesmanship 101 - No, Make That Car Saleswomanship 559 . . . 559 Ford Vehicles In One Year!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-salesmanship-101-no-make-that-car-saleswomanship-559-559-ford-vehicles-in-one-year/78707)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-salesmanship-101-no-make-that-car-saleswomanship-559-559-ford-vehicles-in-one-year/78707 "2013-04-16T18:07:07Z")
Laurie Moses was Ford Motor Company's No. 1 salesperson in the U.S. last year. I Saw This Story In The Detroit News, Today. It's By Carol Hopkins From The Oakland Press. http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130415/AUTO… --- ## [Mazda3 2012 sudden white cloud of smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda3-2012-sudden-white-cloud-of-smoke/78726)
**Author:** [@ingridmb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ingridmb)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda3-2012-sudden-white-cloud-of-smoke/78726 "2013-04-16T17:38:00Z")
The questions are: "What is going on?" and "What should I do?" Sorry if the background is long. I am the first and only owner of this car. I do like this car enough to take me away form a life long love of Toyotas. Ec… --- ## [Engine wiring harness](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-wiring-harness/78427)
**Author:** [@mecdummy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mecdummy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-wiring-harness/78427 "2013-04-16T17:32:28Z")
Hi, My 2003 Dodge Caravan is shutting off while I am driving, starts up ok but goes a little and then shuts off, has to cool down all day and night to go about three miles, got a diagnostics done and it says I need an en… --- ## [HHO water for fuel scam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hho-water-for-fuel-scam/78652)
**Author:** [@74beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/74beetle)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hho-water-for-fuel-scam/78652 "2013-04-16T07:19:22Z")
I know this has been discussed ad nauseam (though I cannot remember when the last time it was on the Car Talk site), but my brother-in-law has just started selling HHO kits and claims for $400.00 I can install one on my … --- ## [Gearing in a Austin Healey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gearing-in-a-austin-healey/78700)
**Author:** [@ramikumi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramikumi)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 7:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gearing-in-a-austin-healey/78700 "2013-04-16T07:04:16Z")
I drove my friend's austin healey (forget model year, it has twin carburetors, 4 cylinder motor). The gears had a lot of torgue - all the way up to the top gear. It had a overdrive stretch perhaps telescoping the top ge… --- ## [Is selling a car with manual transmission a problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-selling-a-car-with-manual-transmission-a-problem/78653)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2013, 6:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-selling-a-car-with-manual-transmission-a-problem/78653 "2013-04-16T06:41:11Z")
Hello, I dont mind owning a car with manual transmission, although I dont see a benefit other than being cheaper. However, I was told that it is very very hard to sell the car. I wonder whether anyone can confirm or disp… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1817) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1819)