# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1827 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1828 --- ## [Cash For Unintended Consequences Program ? (2009 Revisited)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cash-for-unintended-consequences-program-2009-revisited/78378)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 5:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cash-for-unintended-consequences-program-2009-revisited/78378 "2013-04-05T05:43:15Z")
The Cash For Clunkers Program Has Some Questioning Whether The Program Actually Created Some Problems For Car Buyers, Particularly Buyers Of Used Cars (Often Lower Income Folks) And Charities, By Making The Natural Pool… --- ## ["Deuce and a Half" multi-fuel military surplus trucks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deuce-and-a-half-multi-fuel-military-surplus-trucks/78402)
**Author:** [@lefty2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lefty2)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deuce-and-a-half-multi-fuel-military-surplus-trucks/78402 "2013-04-05T04:55:47Z")
"Deuce and a half" multi-fuel military surplus trucks:how useful are they for limited farming?,are they OK for limited on road use?,what mpg is likely?, any"quirks"? I like driving a manual transmission,I am starting to… --- ## ['01 Outback (Fix, Trade,or drive into ground?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-outback-fix-trade-or-drive-into-ground/78473)
**Author:** [@Drubbs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drubbs)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-outback-fix-trade-or-drive-into-ground/78473 "2013-04-05T04:54:27Z")
Hello, I have a 2001 Subaru Outback with about 111k miles in need of some serious work. The head gasket is leaking, timing belt needs replaced and 2 axle boots are ripped. All told thats in the neighborhood of $2600, pr… --- ## [Sluggish Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sluggish-transmission/78467)
**Author:** [@DixieViking](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DixieViking)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sluggish-transmission/78467 "2013-04-05T03:58:30Z")
My 2007 5.7 Toyota Tundra has developed a quirky habit when the outside temperature is lower than 50 degrees, the transmission fails to change gear ratios properly until such time as the truck warms up. In other words, … --- ## [Hard to locate coolant leak in '03 Infiniti I35](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-locate-coolant-leak-in-03-infiniti-i35/78476)
**Author:** [@CathyJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CathyJ)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-locate-coolant-leak-in-03-infiniti-i35/78476 "2013-04-05T02:44:36Z")
Our '03 Infiniti I35 lost large amounts of coolant each time on 2 long trips but when we did a pressure check, we couldn't get it to leak anywhere we could see and no visible signs of where it may have leaked while drivi… --- ## [My car hesitates when driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-hesitates-when-driving/78452)
**Author:** [@aricht41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aricht41)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-hesitates-when-driving/78452 "2013-04-05T02:37:09Z")
Hi. Hope someone has some ideas as to what is wrong with my car. It drives fine for a while every day then out of the blue starts hesitating and sounding like it wants to shut off when we're at a traffic light. It gets w… --- ## [2002 BMW 330ci Convertible Air Conditioner Blower Motor Varying speed when car is at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-bmw-330ci-convertible-air-conditioner-blower-motor-varying-speed-when-car-is-at-idle/78474)
**Author:** [@AJBatsford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AJBatsford)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2013, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-bmw-330ci-convertible-air-conditioner-blower-motor-varying-speed-when-car-is-at-idle/78474 "2013-04-05T01:19:12Z")
Air Conditioner Blower Motor on any speed, lets say high. Running fine while driving. Come to a stop at idle or shift to N or P. A few seconds later the blower begins to vary its speed in pulsating rhythm in what would s… --- ## [Pros and cons of engine replacement in 2000 Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-and-cons-of-engine-replacement-in-2000-prius/78406)
**Author:** [@Sumu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sumu)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-and-cons-of-engine-replacement-in-2000-prius/78406 "2013-04-04T22:24:14Z")
I have a 2000 Prius with more than 260,000 miles on it. The engine is slowly using oil, which has already fouled the catalytic converter once, requiring a costly replacement, and this will be necessary again within the … --- ## [Blazer Battery goes dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blazer-battery-goes-dead/77034)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blazer-battery-goes-dead/77034 "2013-04-04T21:53:32Z")
My 2001 Blazer will not start. New battery when running over 14 volts charging. But seems top drain the battery. if i disconnect the battery after use it is fine. I had a 94 Bravada did the same thing, the guy I pur… --- ## [1995 olds delta 88 3800 v6 auto](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-olds-delta-88-3800-v6-auto/76618)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-olds-delta-88-3800-v6-auto/76618 "2013-04-04T21:51:08Z")
car will run and die, sometimes it will have to be started 3 to 5 times in the yard to keep running sometimes it will start and go 10 miles. I have noted recently that if i jiggle the key it will keep running or so it s… --- ## [High-pitched whining sound from 2006 Subaru Outback- Driveshaft?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-pitched-whining-sound-from-2006-subaru-outback-driveshaft/78468)
**Author:** [@wsbsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wsbsmith)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-pitched-whining-sound-from-2006-subaru-outback-driveshaft/78468 "2013-04-04T21:45:28Z")
Hello, I'm getting a high-pitched whining sound on my 2006 Subaru Outback when I accelerate above 20mph or so, and it continues at 70mph+. My son says that it sounds like a passenger jet aircraft at takeoff or landing … --- ## [96 toyota tranny shot sounds like the chain inside tranny broke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-toyota-tranny-shot-sounds-like-the-chain-inside-tranny-broke/77653)
**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-toyota-tranny-shot-sounds-like-the-chain-inside-tranny-broke/77653 "2013-04-04T21:30:36Z")
does anyone know if I can swap a 98 Toyota Camry auto tranny to a 96 Camry with the same size engine? Sometimes the axles are different (splines) so if the axles are changed also then the tranny will work. But the axl… --- ## [Passenger mirror replacement 2001 saturn SC1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/passenger-mirror-replacement-2001-saturn-sc1/78438)
**Author:** [@Jpoc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jpoc)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/passenger-mirror-replacement-2001-saturn-sc1/78438 "2013-04-04T21:07:34Z")
This morning while backing out of my very small garage and quite sleepy I managed to knock off my passenger side mirror. While the mirror itself is fine the bracket is broke so I assume a full replacement was needed. My … --- ## [Wheel balance charges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-balance-charges/78465)
**Author:** [@sparks1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sparks1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-balance-charges/78465 "2013-04-04T20:59:22Z")
Is $13 a tire justified for wheel balancing $10 labor and $3 parts (regardless whether they put a weight on)? $52 above the cost of 4 new tires. --- ## [Engine Cooling before Spark Plug Change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cooling-before-spark-plug-change/78464)
**Author:** [@Scott\_13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scott_13)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cooling-before-spark-plug-change/78464 "2013-04-04T20:43:03Z")
Hello Everyone, How long should I let my engine cool down before changing the spark plugs? I have a 2003 Toyota Tacoma 4cyl 2.4l. My drive home from work is about 10 miles and I would like to change my plugs after wo… --- ## [Pontiac vibe manual transmission 2003](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-manual-transmission-2003/78335)
**Author:** [@Perrye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Perrye)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-manual-transmission-2003/78335 "2013-04-04T20:29:16Z")
I have just had the second transmission rebuilt on the 5 speed manual transmission. The first fell out at 55,00 miles no warning, out of warranty and the second recently again no warning at 98,000 miles. I kept up the … --- ## ["...antenna broadcasting a signal so powerful it can stop nearby cars from starting."](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antenna-broadcasting-a-signal-so-powerful-it-can-stop-nearby-cars-from-starting/77958)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antenna-broadcasting-a-signal-so-powerful-it-can-stop-nearby-cars-from-starting/77958 "2013-04-04T20:06:28Z")
http://www.9news.com/news/local/article/322997/222/Antenna-north-of-Fort-Collins-keeps-clocks-running-on-time WWVB Broadcasting the atomiclock signal. WWVH broadcasts the same signal from Hawaii, I recall. When WWVB i… --- ## [Hyundai Elantra GLS 2002....Fuel? Clutch? Electric? (Bueller? Anyone? Anyone?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-gls-2002-fuel-clutch-electric-bueller-anyone-anyone/78419)
**Author:** [@R-Dub](https://community.cartalk.com/u/R-Dub)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-gls-2002-fuel-clutch-electric-bueller-anyone-anyone/78419 "2013-04-04T19:44:56Z")
Oh my god, does anyone out there have some suggestions for my Hyundai Elantra 2002 GLS (manual). I've been working on this issue for 3+ months, have spent $1500+ and visited 3 mechanics. NO ONE seems to know what's going… --- ## [Specialty tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/specialty-tires/78360)
**Author:** [@alphonse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alphonse)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/specialty-tires/78360 "2013-04-04T19:43:09Z")
I have a 2013 Shelby GT 500. The tires it came with are Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G2: Front P265/40ZR-19 98Y Rear P285/35ZR-20 92Y The tires are fine for high Summer months here in Alaska, but only marginal during durin… --- ## ["Condemned" engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/condemned-engine/78457)
**Author:** [@SherBach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SherBach)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/condemned-engine/78457 "2013-04-04T19:23:03Z")
I own a 2001 BMW 325i. I bought it in 2011, it was in excellent condition, except for a small oil leak. I fixed the leak and then everything started happening. I've replaced so many things in this car that I've actually … --- ## [Brake pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal/78461)
**Author:** [@wingnut01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wingnut01)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal/78461 "2013-04-04T17:47:00Z")
2003 escape brake pedal squeals. Brakes have all been redone; however, pedal squeals when released. Wondering if vacuum leak or master cylinder. wmaloche@yahoo.com. Girlfriends car so must get fixed. --- ## [Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes/78460)
**Author:** [@wingnut01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wingnut01)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes/78460 "2013-04-04T17:27:55Z")
Brake pedal squeals when released. It as if it makes it 99% of the way up and then sticks, if I tap the brake pedal it will stop. Brakes have been totally replaced; wondering if master cylinder has vacuum leak or what pr… --- ## [2001 Dodge Stratus heater hose dilema](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-stratus-heater-hose-dilema/78397)
**Author:** [@Twiddles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Twiddles)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-stratus-heater-hose-dilema/78397 "2013-04-04T17:06:49Z")
Happy owner of a 2001 Stratus with a 2.4 engine that's run flawlessly. It's come time to replace the steel coolant hose that goes along the very populated passenger side of the inner fender. The steel assembly (P/N 045… --- ## [Chevrolet blazer issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-blazer-issues/78458)
**Author:** [@mderouin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mderouin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-blazer-issues/78458 "2013-04-04T09:52:51Z")
Okay....I have an 01 blazer 6 cylinder 4.3. For a while it was missing fairly bad until I had the distributor replaced and the problem went away for about 2 months. Now it seems to have the same problem again so I am won… --- ## [Lowering 1999 maxima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lowering-1999-maxima/78437)
**Author:** [@Dickie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dickie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 8:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lowering-1999-maxima/78437 "2013-04-04T08:27:16Z")
I'm lowering my 99 maxima 1" - 1.5". Should I install an anti roll kit along with it? Plus I show the option to buy "alignment bolts" for lowered cars? I think it was (2) per axle, to help with camber??? What should I … --- ## [Driving in a low gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-in-a-low-gear/78340)
**Author:** [@TStagg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TStagg)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 7:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-in-a-low-gear/78340 "2013-04-04T07:50:06Z")
I just bought a 1984 Mercedes 380SL and was driving down the road. The car stopped on me a couple of times and I noticed I was driving with the shifter at d3. I stopped for a while and now the car won't start? Did I d… --- ## [Car Battery put in Backwards](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-put-in-backwards/78432)
**Author:** [@Orion555](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Orion555)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 7:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-put-in-backwards/78432 "2013-04-04T07:25:36Z")
Hello, new to the car forum scene, but I am having a serious problem. My car (Mistubishi Lancer OZ Rally 2002) was sitting all winter because I don't have a heater. I couldn't even jump the car to start it and then ha… --- ## [Pulsating Brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pulsating-brakes/78310)
**Author:** [@smile13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smile13)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pulsating-brakes/78310 "2013-04-04T04:56:46Z")
I just had new rear drums put on, my front brake pads are new, my rotors are good...but there is still a pulsating when I brake. When I am just about slowed down you can definitely feel a surging coming from somewhere. T… --- ## [Followup on Silverado 5.3 engine leaking head gasket - cheap fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/followup-on-silverado-5-3-engine-leaking-head-gasket-cheap-fix/78453)
**Author:** [@psanzone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psanzone)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/followup-on-silverado-5-3-engine-leaking-head-gasket-cheap-fix/78453 "2013-04-04T04:08:18Z")
Wanted to give a followup on a leaking head gasket on a 2001 Silverado with 5.3 engine. It kept using more and more coolant until I was putting in over a quart every tank of gas. With over 200,000 miles on the truck, I… --- ## [Door lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-lock/78445)
**Author:** [@Dick6e](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dick6e)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2013, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-lock/78445 "2013-04-04T02:53:41Z")
The front passenger door on my 2000 Buick Century would not unlock. The mechanic unlocked it but said it needed new parts. He charged me $670. Is that a fair charge? I am almost 92 years old and I wonder if I am being ov… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1826) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1828)