# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1894 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1895 --- ## [Just got a estimate to change structs on 2008 TOYOTA camry LE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-got-a-estimate-to-change-structs-on-2008-toyota-camry-le/76374)
**Author:** [@dynakore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dynakore)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-got-a-estimate-to-change-structs-on-2008-toyota-camry-le/76374 "2012-12-29T23:35:40Z")
i got a quote for changing the toyota 2008 for $1900 from oil change/ tire place. does anyone know a good place to get structs changed?? i had factory orginial structs and i think it's time to get another one. any … --- ## [Basic car alarm recommendation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/basic-car-alarm-recommendation/76373)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/basic-car-alarm-recommendation/76373 "2012-12-29T23:20:52Z")
My Honda 2000 (Integra), doors get opened up easily. I use a steering wheel lock to prevent theft. Thinking of installing a car alarm. Can you recommend a car alarm? I never installed one - do you recommend a site I … --- ## [Transmission Flush](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-flush/76376)
**Author:** [@cmancinelli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cmancinelli)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-flush/76376 "2012-12-29T23:16:34Z")
My 2001 Ford Expedition has 200K miles and I have always had the transmission flushed per Ford’s schedule but as far as I can tell, the filter has never been changed? I asked the mechanic and he pours some cleaner and a… --- ## [White smoke out of the tailpipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-out-of-the-tailpipe/76368)
**Author:** [@TracyDD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TracyDD)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-out-of-the-tailpipe/76368 "2012-12-29T23:14:35Z")
Hey, This morning I went to start my car and it wouldn't start. So naturally I had it jumped and it started. When it did there was white smoke coming out of the tailpipe. I do want to mention that 2 days ago it was reall… --- ## [2000 Ford Ranger XLT 4.0L 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-ranger-xlt-4-0l-4x4/76300)
**Author:** [@Bri\_Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bri_Guy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-ranger-xlt-4-0l-4x4/76300 "2012-12-29T23:14:11Z")
I have had this truck for a couple of years now, and it seem that ever winter I have some trouble starting it when its cold. Its happened too many time to just be a coincidence. It has a new battery, alternator, starter,… --- ## [Freaky Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freaky-ford/76386)
**Author:** [@Big\_Alley\_cat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Big_Alley_cat)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freaky-ford/76386 "2012-12-29T21:55:30Z")
I have a 1999 Ford Explorer that when it starts in the morning sounds like a tractor and stalls out till it warms up after 5-10 minutes. This is of course wasting gas and I've replaced spark plugs and wires and 2 oxygen… --- ## [Tranny trouble w/ 2012 Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tranny-trouble-w-2012-focus/76382)
**Author:** [@RR1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RR1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tranny-trouble-w-2012-focus/76382 "2012-12-29T21:29:25Z")
Garage tells me tranny is working well. The problem seems to be worse when engine is cold. When pulling away from a stop, sounds like a toaster is being shaken under the hood with a loss of power...leaving 2nd into 3rd. A… --- ## [2005-7 Ford Focus $525.42 air filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-7-ford-focus-525-42-air-filter/76375)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 8:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-7-ford-focus-525-42-air-filter/76375 "2012-12-29T20:07:21Z")
I don't own one of these, but this may be of interest to anyone who does. There is now an alternative to that $525.42 air filter. http://www.rockauto.com/Newsletter/index.html --- ## [No power to vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-to-vehicle/76380)
**Author:** [@Scrunch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrunch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 10:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-to-vehicle/76380 "2012-12-29T10:49:44Z")
Vehicle will not respond to anything. Remote key access wont work. No clicking or starter movement. No lights, radio, etc. Not the battery. --- ## [Bolt in a tight place](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bolt-in-a-tight-place/76318)
**Author:** [@Scrabbler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrabbler)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 10:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bolt-in-a-tight-place/76318 "2012-12-29T10:46:33Z")
Strictly speaking this isn't a car question, but I'm guessing you techs out there deal with this sort of issue frequently, so I'll ask here. I have a stove that's not working right. I think it's the bottom igniter e… --- ## [Driver side, car latch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-side-car-latch/76308)
**Author:** [@mun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mun)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 6:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-side-car-latch/76308 "2012-12-29T06:47:51Z")
The inside handle I believe something came undone cause it won't catch to open. How do I remove panel (s) to see what the problem is and maybe re-attach to fix or replace? Thanks. Gino --- ## [Turn light/running light on 1997 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-light-running-light-on-1997-camry/76378)
**Author:** [@Jim70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim70)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-light-running-light-on-1997-camry/76378 "2012-12-29T06:25:46Z")
It all began on my 1997 Camry when the driver's front turn signal began the rapid flashing thing, indicating to me that the bulb in the front was out. I replaced the bulb. The running light part works, but the flasher s… --- ## [POP and loud noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pop-and-loud-noises/76339)
**Author:** [@Rebalen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebalen)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pop-and-loud-noises/76339 "2012-12-29T05:19:38Z")
Hello, I have a 2002 Mazda tribute, and I was driving down the road yesterday when I heard a loud pop. After, the check engine light started blinking, the lights and electricity started struggling, and I hear a loud t… --- ## [Pay for computer diagnostics?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pay-for-computer-diagnostics/76327)
**Author:** [@WAimport](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WAimport)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pay-for-computer-diagnostics/76327 "2012-12-29T05:06:33Z")
I took my car into the dealer because the check engine light was on. They checked and I needed a new spark plug and stuff. While it was done, I paid for six. I noticed on the bill, they charged $78 for diagnosis. Now… --- ## [How safe is a repaired frame if involved in another wreck?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-safe-is-a-repaired-frame-if-involved-in-another-wreck/76353)
**Author:** [@KAD29070](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KAD29070)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-safe-is-a-repaired-frame-if-involved-in-another-wreck/76353 "2012-12-29T04:29:40Z")
Our 2009 Honda Pilot was hit from the rear by another SUV that was probably going approx. 70 mph. Our vehicle was coming to a stop at the time that it was hit and we were probably going 20-30 mph. We have been told tha… --- ## [Lost ignition key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-ignition-key/75797)
**Author:** [@mdianne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mdianne)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-ignition-key/75797 "2012-12-29T04:08:08Z")
I have lost the one and only ignition key for my 1997 Chevy Lumina. I've found online sources for very affordable keys, but I need the VAT-which you get from a key! I have tried locksmiths too - upwards of $120 for a key… --- ## [2008 Grand Cheeroke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-grand-cheeroke/76372)
**Author:** [@mdboxster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mdboxster)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-grand-cheeroke/76372 "2012-12-29T03:32:07Z")
Need advice. Both passenger and driver front windows get stuck in down position. What do you think the problem is and can it be repaired by me? Thank-you in advance --- ## [Poor handling, excessive tire wear 2004 Jaguar X-Type](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-handling-excessive-tire-wear-2004-jaguar-x-type/76371)
**Author:** [@Sly\_Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sly_Guy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-handling-excessive-tire-wear-2004-jaguar-x-type/76371 "2012-12-29T02:29:50Z")
My 2004 Jag has in the past couple of years been eating tires, wearing them through to the belts in 10-12,000 miles. I keep the car aligned by a mechanic I trust (all four wheels) to Jag specs. In addition, the car wil… --- ## [Alignment becomes Major Repair pitch / What would You do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-becomes-major-repair-pitch-what-would-you-do/76102)
**Author:** [@plunderz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plunderz)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-becomes-major-repair-pitch-what-would-you-do/76102 "2012-12-29T02:29:07Z")
Last month I bought a 2001 mustang convertible as is, which is - in very good condition, from a dealer. I did notice a very slight, mild, (almost un-noticable) drift to the left as I test drove the car before my purch… --- ## [1990 Toyota Camry DX Fuel Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-camry-dx-fuel-problem/75923)
**Author:** [@Nandi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nandi)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-camry-dx-fuel-problem/75923 "2012-12-29T02:20:22Z")
My car is awesome. I've had it for 10 years and it has been the most reliable car. The only problem now is that it has a fuel problem any time it rains or is dormant in moist conditions, dormant meaning if it is not driv… --- ## [What is this part called and where can I get it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-part-called-and-where-can-i-get-it/76365)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Z](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr_Z)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 12:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-part-called-and-where-can-i-get-it/76365 "2012-12-29T00:45:07Z")
Hey All, I recently had some audio work done in my car since the previous owner had removed the system. (2004 Civic LX Coupe) During the process the drivers side door had to be removed and the plastic cover that cove… --- ## [2000 Xterra 3.3L Belts Changed Power Loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-xterra-3-3l-belts-changed-power-loss/76351)
**Author:** [@XterraddoG60](https://community.cartalk.com/u/XterraddoG60)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-xterra-3-3l-belts-changed-power-loss/76351 "2012-12-29T00:35:40Z")
I have a 2000 Nissan Xterra 3.3L, at 114,000 miles I changed all the belts two days ago these being 3 serpentine asscesory belts and the timing belt with tensioner. I do believe that the engine did not move (cams & crank… --- ## [New clutch needed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-clutch-needed/76363)
**Author:** [@ithaca78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ithaca78)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2012, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-clutch-needed/76363 "2012-12-29T00:14:27Z")
My 2004 Forester (73000 miles) with 5-speed manual, is sometimes hard shifting into gears. The Subaru agency says that there's 'not much left' on the clutch and I need a new clutch @ $1300. Does hard shifting , no clut… --- ## [Mazda headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-headlights/76369)
**Author:** [@LizJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LizJ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-headlights/76369 "2012-12-28T22:30:43Z")
My 2006 Mazda5 has a problem with burning out low beam headlamps. Both sides, but at separate times. I've replaced 8 bulbs in the last 18 months of ownership. I had the wiring harnesses replaced 5 months ago to correct t… --- ## [Car Pulling to right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pulling-to-right/76309)
**Author:** [@UT1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UT1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pulling-to-right/76309 "2012-12-28T18:58:45Z")
Hi, My car pulling to right significantly at all speed. Alignment checked mechanic says its normar to have car goes to right. I have similar car for 10 years 140,000 miles never have this kind of pull with many tires ch… --- ## [What is a good replacement for a gen 1 prius?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-a-good-replacement-for-a-gen-1-prius/75785)
**Author:** [@Belkorin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Belkorin)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-a-good-replacement-for-a-gen-1-prius/75785 "2012-12-28T18:47:47Z")
My 2001 prius that has served me well for the last three years has gotten to the point where I feel I should replace it instead of continuing to pour money into it (HV battery and who knows what else are going, at nearly… --- ## [New VX Diesel TDIs | Engine so close to front end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-vx-diesel-tdis-engine-so-close-to-front-end/76267)
**Author:** [@Katbaloo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katbaloo)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-vx-diesel-tdis-engine-so-close-to-front-end/76267 "2012-12-28T18:25:44Z")
We are considering buying late model or new VX TDI (Golf or Sport-wagon) and have concerns of frame as well as engine so close to front end; anyone out there who could comment on this? We are looking for a longterm (keep… --- ## [Click, click, click, whirr, etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/click-click-click-whirr-etc/76361)
**Author:** [@G-Pa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/G-Pa)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/click-click-click-whirr-etc/76361 "2012-12-28T18:22:22Z")
My new 2013 Ford Focus is a making a very, very strange noise every time I open the door. The Ford dealer said it's normal for the type of trans and handed me the following statement: " ....vehicles equipped with the Pow… --- ## [2007 Hyundai Sonata issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-sonata-issue/76352)
**Author:** [@grublord](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grublord)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-sonata-issue/76352 "2012-12-28T16:53:24Z")
I have a 2007 hyundai sonata. The car sometimes and randomly won't 'turn-over'. I get a check-engine light but this may go away, also. I've gotten stuck at random locations and if I wait maybe 10-15 minutes, the car s… --- ## [Exploding Car Window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exploding-car-window/76315)
**Author:** [@Nativeaz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nativeaz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2012, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exploding-car-window/76315 "2012-12-28T15:02:12Z")
My friend, Andrew, was in Breckenridge, CO last weekend skiing. Friday night he parked his Subaru in an open air parking lot adjacent to his lodgings. The following morning he after depositing his boots and bag in the … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1893) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1895)