# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1932 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1933 --- ## [Main bearing of the engine worn out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/main-bearing-of-the-engine-worn-out/75135)
**Author:** [@Gaf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gaf)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/main-bearing-of-the-engine-worn-out/75135 "2012-10-26T00:29:25Z")
At 55,000 miles, I brought the solara for a regular soil and lube. I mentioned the mechanic the noise was suddenly coming out of the engine. He recommended cleaning up and to try a few oil changes (2 or so). At ~60,000 m… --- ## [Opinions on 1998 Mercedes C230 for college student](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-1998-mercedes-c230-for-college-student/75138)
**Author:** [@DaveKnapp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveKnapp)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-1998-mercedes-c230-for-college-student/75138 "2012-10-26T00:07:39Z")
In the vein of Click and Clack's advice to get your kids a big old Volvo to keep them off the roads, I have available a 1998 Mercedes C230 with 230K miles, good engine, good tires, broken A/C, radio with iPod input and, … --- ## [Used Car Maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-maintenance/75166)
**Author:** [@Photo\_Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Photo_Guy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-maintenance/75166 "2012-10-26T00:04:09Z")
I just bought a 2005 Camry. The shop I took it to before I bought it said it needed new tires, transmission flush and tune up. I can tell it needs new tires. Another mechanic was questioning about whether it needed a … --- ## [License plates etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plates-etc/75159)
**Author:** [@blamenty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blamenty)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plates-etc/75159 "2012-10-25T22:57:23Z")
Hello, I am a US citizen currently residing overseas and getting ready to relocate back to the US after 20 years out of the country. I plan on purchasing an RV or van conversion to travel around the US for a year befor… --- ## [Grandam won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grandam-wont-start/75168)
**Author:** [@philb1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/philb1234)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grandam-wont-start/75168 "2012-10-25T22:50:36Z")
My neighbor has a 2008 Grand prix V8 that won't turn over. When the ignition is turn on the starter does not turn and then the horn honks once, you hear clicking sounds in the engine compartment and inside the car and t… --- ## [Found a hood ornament in the woods](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-a-hood-ornament-in-the-woods/75152)
**Author:** [@Ryno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryno)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-a-hood-ornament-in-the-woods/75152 "2012-10-25T22:45:39Z")
I found this cool art deco hood ornament while working in the Washington Park Arboretum. Anyone know what car it might have come from? --- ## [Baseball averages puzzler--500 AB in 1/2 season!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baseball-averages-puzzler-500-ab-in-1-2-season/75039)
**Author:** [@Bronzini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bronzini)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baseball-averages-puzzler-500-ab-in-1-2-season/75039 "2012-10-25T21:44:38Z")
How did Bluto manage 500 at-bats in 1/2 season?? It is not mathematically impossible, but certainly VERY VERY VERY UNLIKELY based on the way the game is currently played. B-O-G-U-S (if we want to use "real world" situati… --- ## [Insurance on handicapped accessible minivan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-on-handicapped-accessible-minivan/75157)
**Author:** [@Blue\_Dahlia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blue_Dahlia)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-on-handicapped-accessible-minivan/75157 "2012-10-25T21:38:46Z")
I just bought a Dodge Grand Caravan minivan which has been converted for wheelchair accessibility and I'm astounded at the insurance premiums quoted. I'd like to hear from other owners of conversion minivans to find out… --- ## [1999 Yukon has a mind of it's own!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-yukon-has-a-mind-of-its-own/75158)
**Author:** [@Franne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Franne)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-yukon-has-a-mind-of-its-own/75158 "2012-10-25T20:30:53Z")
I've got a 1999 Yukon with a new (rebuilt) engine ad a new (rebuilt) tranny, both only about 3-4 years old. Within the last 2 years it has started to 'snap' to the left or right when I move the wheel just slightly. My … --- ## [Massive oil burning under load but barely any at slow speeds - seems better with thicker weight oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/massive-oil-burning-under-load-but-barely-any-at-slow-speeds-seems-better-with-thicker-weight-oil/74658)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/massive-oil-burning-under-load-but-barely-any-at-slow-speeds-seems-better-with-thicker-weight-oil/74658 "2012-10-25T19:25:27Z")
I recently got my hands on a 1994 Geo Metro 1.0L 3 cylinder. Actually I got TWO of them. One had a bad engine (burned valves) but was otherwise a good car while the other was junk (expect for the engine) and I am amaze… --- ## [One brake light work when car is in park then goes out and the other works when the car is in gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-brake-light-work-when-car-is-in-park-then-goes-out-and-the-other-works-when-the-car-is-in-gear/75144)
**Author:** [@ayl0002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ayl0002)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-brake-light-work-when-car-is-in-park-then-goes-out-and-the-other-works-when-the-car-is-in-gear/75144 "2012-10-25T14:37:46Z")
I have kind of a strange problem with my 1992 Honda Civic. When I have my car in park with the headlights on my left brake light doesn't light up but my right does. When I put the car in gear or parked witht he headlig… --- ## [So what's the deal with Manual Trans cars with the Lower Price?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-whats-the-deal-with-manual-trans-cars-with-the-lower-price/75133)
**Author:** [@Personage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personage)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 6:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-whats-the-deal-with-manual-trans-cars-with-the-lower-price/75133 "2012-10-25T06:57:35Z")
I'm still looking for a used vehicle and saw a couple of Ford Focus Hatchbacks - but the same year, same mileage and same condition were about $1500 or more difference in price with the manual transmission coming in on t… --- ## [Now the back end goes sideways](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-the-back-end-goes-sideways/75145)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 6:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-the-back-end-goes-sideways/75145 "2012-10-25T06:24:06Z")
2007 Chevy Impala 1LT Auto trans; Flex Fuel 6 cyl 42,500 miles All proactive book maintenance kept up to date History: \* Recently hit upraised segment of paving on interstate at 70+ mph and bottomed out on the uplift… --- ## [Octane Ratings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/octane-ratings/75141)
**Author:** [@Marco61blue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marco61blue)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 6:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/octane-ratings/75141 "2012-10-25T06:15:22Z")
I own a 2006 Nissan Murano. Love the vehicle. The owners manual states that Premium Octane is recommended. At $4/gallon here in North Carolina, will I be harming my engine if I use 87 Octane gas? --- ## [Main bearing of te engine need to be replaced on a 2008 Solara](https://community.cartalk.com/t/main-bearing-of-te-engine-need-to-be-replaced-on-a-2008-solara/75134)
**Author:** [@Gaf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gaf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/main-bearing-of-te-engine-need-to-be-replaced-on-a-2008-solara/75134 "2012-10-25T05:19:35Z")
At 55,000 miles, I brought the car for a regular soil and lube. I mentioned the mechanic the noise was suddenly coming out of the engine. He recommended cleaning up and to try a few oil changes (2 or so). At ~60,000 mile… --- ## [Mechanic broke hood release ?should they fix it free](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-broke-hood-release-should-they-fix-it-free/75119)
**Author:** [@tourist](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tourist)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-broke-hood-release-should-they-fix-it-free/75119 "2012-10-25T04:56:12Z")
I recently had my Honda Element (2006) 148,000 miles in for a oil change. When the service rep brought me my keys he told me that the hood release lever broke or seperated from the cable. It would be $209 to replace it. … --- ## [Did I Get Hosed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-hosed/75149)
**Author:** [@Laurie08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laurie08)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-hosed/75149 "2012-10-25T04:40:22Z")
Have I been hosed? I have driven my 2004 Subaru Outback since August of 2011 and performed routine maintenance. I drove about 1000 miles the week before without any problems. When coming out of a bank on Monday, the… --- ## [Can a timing belt change cause Honda Odyssey 2005 EXL Malfunction Indicator and no more ECO?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-timing-belt-change-cause-honda-odyssey-2005-exl-malfunction-indicator-and-no-more-eco/75129)
**Author:** [@Fogdogs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fogdogs)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-timing-belt-change-cause-honda-odyssey-2005-exl-malfunction-indicator-and-no-more-eco/75129 "2012-10-25T04:29:28Z")
Just purchased a used 2005 Honda Odyssey EXL with 81,xxx miles on it. The timing belt had never been changed and had been used in a very cold climate. We went ahead and changed it, and water pump at the same time. Tod… --- ## [Betsy ross bridge caller](https://community.cartalk.com/t/betsy-ross-bridge-caller/75143)
**Author:** [@Kelcampy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kelcampy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/betsy-ross-bridge-caller/75143 "2012-10-25T04:19:07Z")
Two things klik n klak didnt address during the call from the betsy ross toll runner was 1) that bridge manager was actuvely listening when that lady called in. Right? And 2) at the end of the segment one of the bros me… --- ## [2008 honda civic making shaking noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-making-shaking-noise/70331)
**Author:** [@ssslowmotionriot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ssslowmotionriot)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-making-shaking-noise/70331 "2012-10-25T04:04:31Z")
Would appreciate any advice regarding my 2008 ex Honda Civic before I take it to the mechanic. Engine: (140hp 1.8-Liter SOHC 16-Valve i-VTEC 4-Cylinder 5-Speed Automatic with Grade Logic Control). In the mornings, when I… --- ## [Radiator Leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-leak/75150)
**Author:** [@marybonney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marybonney)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2012, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-leak/75150 "2012-10-25T03:57:16Z")
my car started leaking fluid and can't find the leak. radiator is too hot to open to look, any thoughts? it's a 2007 ford van, with 133,000 miles on it mechanic looked at engine and could find no leak - what to do? --- ## [Lexus es 330 engine whirring noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-es-330-engine-whirring-noise/75125)
**Author:** [@muggie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/muggie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-es-330-engine-whirring-noise/75125 "2012-10-24T22:24:01Z")
I have a 2006 lexus es 330 that just turned over 90,000 miles. My dad and I have done the regular maintenance on it so far but this weekend after a 3 hour drive, I turned the car back on and a loud whirring/humming/whini… --- ## [Cut the guy some slack! His car is on fire here!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cut-the-guy-some-slack-his-car-is-on-fire-here/75100)
**Author:** [@mister\_question](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mister_question)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cut-the-guy-some-slack-his-car-is-on-fire-here/75100 "2012-10-24T21:21:15Z")
I have a problem with their answer about the brakes. I have seen many photos of racing cars with the disks glowing cherry red in long races, say LeMans (24 hours) with no fire, no warping of rotors or claipers. It soun… --- ## [1994 Toyota Camry Combination switch (blinker/headlight switch) replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-camry-combination-switch-blinker-headlight-switch-replacement/75137)
**Author:** [@boeingav8r](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boeingav8r)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-camry-combination-switch-blinker-headlight-switch-replacement/75137 "2012-10-24T20:18:32Z")
I have a 1994 Toyota Camry with a bad combination switch. This is the switch on the left of the steering wheel, which controls the headlights and blinkers. I have a replacement switch. I've read some very vague instructi… --- ## [Repeated failure of Dodge Caravan transmission control module](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repeated-failure-of-dodge-caravan-transmission-control-module/75122)
**Author:** [@TryingCrying](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TryingCrying)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repeated-failure-of-dodge-caravan-transmission-control-module/75122 "2012-10-24T20:16:23Z")
In 13 months my 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan has managed to kill 4 transmission control modules -- the original plus three factory replacements. The first replacement (by a Dodge garage) failed within weeks, after which the… --- ## [Car sometimes starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sometimes-starts/75131)
**Author:** [@kigroy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kigroy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sometimes-starts/75131 "2012-10-24T19:53:58Z")
Hi All, Current Problems: Car starts normally sometimes. Other times it will not start at all (it sounds like the battery is dead) or it will struggle to start and once it does start the electronics in the car seem … --- ## [1994 Ford Ranger battery is not charging and the temp/oil gauges spike](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-ranger-battery-is-not-charging-and-the-temp-oil-gauges-spike/74821)
**Author:** [@Joshd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joshd)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-ranger-battery-is-not-charging-and-the-temp-oil-gauges-spike/74821 "2012-10-24T19:51:27Z")
While driving at any speed my temp gauge and oil pressure gauge spike well above "H" and stay there. The red battery light sometimes flickers too. The Battery gauge is low. I replaced the terminal to then negative batte… --- ## [Toyota Echo Automatic Trans Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-echo-automatic-trans-problems/75139)
**Author:** [@kigroy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kigroy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-echo-automatic-trans-problems/75139 "2012-10-24T19:45:00Z")
Hi All, Current Problem: While driving the car “clunks” into gear and the car lurches while shifting. Background: I was driving down the freeway and then suddenly, it seemed as I was in forced into neutral. Imme… --- ## [02 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport differential noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-differential-noise/75109)
**Author:** [@Greycloudgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greycloudgirl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-differential-noise/75109 "2012-10-24T18:26:08Z")
I have an 02 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport with 130k miles. It makes a whining noise from the center to rear of the car that gets louder with Acceleration. The second you take your foot off the gas it gets quieter. The no… --- ## [Friend with a trans? Issue 2002 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/friend-with-a-trans-issue-2002-accord/75121)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/friend-with-a-trans-issue-2002-accord/75121 "2012-10-24T17:01:10Z")
I just got done talking/driving with a good friend of mine, she has a 2002 Honda Accord 2dr coupe 4-cyl with only 55,000 miles on it. She is having an issue when the car "bumps" AFTER (not while) coming to a stop.. In ot… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1931) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1933)