# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1947 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1948 --- ## [1994 jeep grand cherokee drivetrain problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-jeep-grand-cherokee-drivetrain-problem/74656)
**Author:** [@trailbreaker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trailbreaker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2012, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-jeep-grand-cherokee-drivetrain-problem/74656 "2012-09-24T02:59:34Z")
ok when i drive over 55 i have a shakking through the car after driving for a while if you put it in reverse it feels like it is binding up and when you put it in park you can hear a thumping sound comming from the drive… --- ## [Warm stall problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warm-stall-problem/74660)
**Author:** [@rmurray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rmurray)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2012, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warm-stall-problem/74660 "2012-09-24T00:42:08Z")
In need of troubleshooting help. I have problem with an occasional stall that occurs when the engine is warm and slowing to a stop. I have a 1994 fuel injected E-350 460ci motor home. The engine runs great 90% of the … --- ## [Subaru Baja with high mileage purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-baja-with-high-mileage-purchase/74650)
**Author:** [@Jarvs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jarvs)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2012, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-baja-with-high-mileage-purchase/74650 "2012-09-24T00:41:44Z")
I came upon a 2003 Subaru Baja today oddly at a car dealer. The odd part being that I stopped to look at the Baja and it didn't belong to the dealer, but to a family that was looking into buying a new car for their son.… --- ## [Name Tommy's 1963 Dodge Dart](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-tommys-1963-dodge-dart/4626)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 10:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-tommys-1963-dodge-dart/4626 "2012-09-23T22:53:01Z")
What's your suggestion? \[image\] --- ## [Car Stalling - Automatic Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalling-automatic-transmission/74657)
**Author:** [@mfenzel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mfenzel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalling-automatic-transmission/74657 "2012-09-23T19:48:00Z")
So a few weeks ago my car stalled when I was backing out of a parking spot. It then continued to stall when I was trying to drive through the parking lot. I chalked it up to being low on gas. When I got on the highway… --- ## [The oldest Toyota still on the road?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-oldest-toyota-still-on-the-road/74595)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-oldest-toyota-still-on-the-road/74595 "2012-09-23T19:14:46Z")
I saw a stylish little car the other day. Waiting in the drive-through lane at Taco Bell. The car was sort of -- well --- old. And small. But still stylish. I made a mental note of the model # from the emblem on t… --- ## [Mazda Transmission Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-transmission-question/74597)
**Author:** [@Fordfriend](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fordfriend)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-transmission-question/74597 "2012-09-23T19:10:38Z")
I have a 2002 Mazda 626 with A/T. It has not been slipping and has 134,000 miles on it. Last week when I started it, the transmission lever only slid back and forth without locking into any gear. Today when I started it,… --- ## [Does Use of a Valet Key Damage the Lock Cylinder in Toyota Camry 2001?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-use-of-a-valet-key-damage-the-lock-cylinder-in-toyota-camry-2001/71419)
**Author:** [@TheBigAym](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheBigAym)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-use-of-a-valet-key-damage-the-lock-cylinder-in-toyota-camry-2001/71419 "2012-09-23T18:53:58Z")
I periodically have trouble getting my Toyota Camry 2001 started. It starts with a “locked” steering wheel. I was told to jiggle the steering wheel while turning the ignition. This has worked each time so far, although a… --- ## [Good Used Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-used-car/74630)
**Author:** [@lt1286](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lt1286)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-used-car/74630 "2012-09-23T18:28:47Z")
I am looking to buy my first car. I want something cheap, used, reliable, and with good gas mileage. I also don't want something that I have to keep repairing either. What type of car should I be looking at? And what kin… --- ## [High MPG, 4-Door, used cars for under 10k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mpg-4-door-used-cars-for-under-10k/74624)
**Author:** [@xochairse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xochairse)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mpg-4-door-used-cars-for-under-10k/74624 "2012-09-23T17:15:05Z")
I need at least 35 mpg highway. Also safe, good crash test ratings, reliable, 4-door, automatic. And easy to find in the 5-10k range with under 90,000 miles. I like hatchbacks but a sedan would be fine too. AWD would be … --- ## [98 GMC heard I was a Chrysler fan, now this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-gmc-heard-i-was-a-chrysler-fan-now-this/74649)
**Author:** [@tabinak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tabinak)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-gmc-heard-i-was-a-chrysler-fan-now-this/74649 "2012-09-23T16:43:56Z")
I have a 1998 GMC pickup, half ton, 2WD, 4.3 V6 engine. This truck was my every day driver until gas prices went through the roof, and I bought a Chrysler 300. I still have the truck, I just don't use it any more than on… --- ## [PLEASE HELP! Another question about getting rid of ants](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-another-question-about-getting-rid-of-ants/74612)
**Author:** [@jhides](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jhides)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 11:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-another-question-about-getting-rid-of-ants/74612 "2012-09-23T11:25:33Z")
I know there have been several discussions about getting rid of ants in a car, but none that really address my questions, so I'd be very grateful for some advice. Ants have moved in to my Ford Focus--apparently from my… --- ## [What's the most reliable off-road mini-SUV?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-most-reliable-off-road-mini-suv/74509)
**Author:** [@ArizonaTrinkle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArizonaTrinkle)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-most-reliable-off-road-mini-suv/74509 "2012-09-23T06:49:19Z")
I work for an organization that often goes to remote locations to do work. By work, I mean that we often have to haul people, heavy equipment, messy equipment, and gear to places that take us off road. We were consider… --- ## [Grade 5 or Grade 8 bolts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grade-5-or-grade-8-bolts/73960)
**Author:** [@MoMini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MoMini)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grade-5-or-grade-8-bolts/73960 "2012-09-23T03:22:03Z")
I tow my classic Mini with a tow bar occasionally. The receiver for the tow bar is attached to the frame by 1 bolt each side. Last summer while towing the car through a small town the grade 8 bolt broke and one side of t… --- ## [High RPM at highway speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-rpm-at-highway-speeds/74644)
**Author:** [@kmtwopoint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmtwopoint)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2012, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-rpm-at-highway-speeds/74644 "2012-09-23T03:04:43Z")
i have a 2004 Mitsubishi lancer es 2.0 engine, and it's an automatic. I seem to consistently get a little under 23 mpg no matter how i drive. I've noticed that when going down the highway at 65 mph, it is at like 2900 RP… --- ## [Body Damage... fix now, or when I want to sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/body-damage-fix-now-or-when-i-want-to-sell/74565)
**Author:** [@Not2Lucky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Not2Lucky)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/body-damage-fix-now-or-when-i-want-to-sell/74565 "2012-09-22T22:55:06Z")
I have a 2011 Honda Insight, great car (average 44.5mpg), the problem is that I got dinged (by a friend, so no insurance was called) on the panel right above the gas fill cap. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the c… --- ## [2006 Nissan Frontier crank, not start...possible fuel issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-frontier-crank-not-start-possible-fuel-issues/74618)
**Author:** [@mazen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mazen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-frontier-crank-not-start-possible-fuel-issues/74618 "2012-09-22T22:17:39Z")
I have a 2006 Nissan Frontier v6 4L 4x4 The truck ran great with no problems other then the fuel sending unit was bad so my gas guage was always wrong. I purchased a replacement sending unit and dropped the tank, remov… --- ## [1995 Nissan Altima Rough Idles and shuts off when at a stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-nissan-altima-rough-idles-and-shuts-off-when-at-a-stop/74642)
**Author:** [@ASH786](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ASH786)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-nissan-altima-rough-idles-and-shuts-off-when-at-a-stop/74642 "2012-09-22T21:13:27Z")
I'm not sure if this has been answered before in a previous thread, so I apologize in advance for asking this question again if it has. If anyone could so kindly answer or direct me in the right direction to find the ans… --- ## [2002 MPV with extremely rough idle & P051 engine code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mpv-with-extremely-rough-idle-p051-engine-code/74638)
**Author:** [@Shelkie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelkie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mpv-with-extremely-rough-idle-p051-engine-code/74638 "2012-09-22T18:14:36Z")
Greetings - the check engine light was on in my 2002 Mazda MPV (80K mlles) for a couple of weeks with no symptoms, but suddenly the car developed extremely rough idle below 1000 rpm. Runs okay otherwise. The local garage… --- ## [Whoosh!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whoosh/74619)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whoosh/74619 "2012-09-22T14:58:29Z")
Be considering an electric supercharger for my Dakota(the electrical system will handle it) yeah or nay?-Kevin --- ## [Keeping automotive ramps from sinking in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-automotive-ramps-from-sinking-in/74626)
**Author:** [@nw2012](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nw2012)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-automotive-ramps-from-sinking-in/74626 "2012-09-22T14:45:13Z")
I am considering buying or building a set of ramps similar to the first set on the page (w-w-w.carrampstore.com/. My only concern is where I use them. A concrete slab is unavailable and I plan to use them on a compacte… --- ## [2007 Subaru Impreza Oil Residue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-subaru-impreza-oil-residue/74632)
**Author:** [@NoHybrids4Me](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NoHybrids4Me)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 10:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-subaru-impreza-oil-residue/74632 "2012-09-22T10:41:16Z")
I was changing my oil yesterday and noticed a significant amount of oil residue on a bracket located approximately at the center of the front axle, to the left of the oil pan. I'm confident the leak isn't coming from the… --- ## [Used Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-transmission/74623)
**Author:** [@Felic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Felic)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 8:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-transmission/74623 "2012-09-22T08:34:49Z")
I recently had a new transmission installed in my 2002 VW Golf. My problem is that I have the old transmission and I am not sure what to do with it. The mechanic who installed my new transmission said the bearings were… --- ## [Strange things/behavior you have seen on the road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-things-behavior-you-have-seen-on-the-road/74592)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-things-behavior-you-have-seen-on-the-road/74592 "2012-09-22T05:29:57Z")
I saw something last night that had me shaking my head in disbelief. The weather has been very nice and dry allowing for open window commutes lately. Driving home from work on a 4 lane highway that passes lots of malls… --- ## [Truck stalls with no warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-stalls-with-no-warning/74611)
**Author:** [@pamelabil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pamelabil)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-stalls-with-no-warning/74611 "2012-09-22T03:30:08Z")
My 1995 Chevy Silverado 1-ton diesel stalls with no warning at various times while driving, such as at intersections, on the freeway, coasting, idling. It may go days or weeks without doing it, then all of a sudden stal… --- ## [Anyone Own A Chevy Volt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-own-a-chevy-volt/74235)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-own-a-chevy-volt/74235 "2012-09-22T02:40:49Z")
If you actually own one of these cars and have a few months experience driving it, I would like to know your impressions..It's pure electric range in the real world, it's real world mileage when traveling on the gasoline… --- ## [A new 2012 Prius or a new 2012 Honda Insight?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-2012-prius-or-a-new-2012-honda-insight/74602)
**Author:** [@MALU](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MALU)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-2012-prius-or-a-new-2012-honda-insight/74602 "2012-09-22T02:14:19Z")
Have been looking at these 2 cars and wondering what the real diffrences are. Anyone have thoughts/opinions? I started out wanting an Outback but their gas mileage is so lousy. I looked at the Prius v but it's really big… --- ## [I have a posessed transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-posessed-transmission/74621)
**Author:** [@wfarmer65536](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wfarmer65536)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2012, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-posessed-transmission/74621 "2012-09-22T00:46:28Z")
I recently got a low mileage (63,000 miles) 2001 Honda Accord back in April. The title was clean and the car fax was clean, so I figured it just hadn't been driven much. About a week or so after I got it, for the first 5… --- ## [98 Corolla needs 180K checkup ... ballpark estimate for non-dealer mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-corolla-needs-180k-checkup-ballpark-estimate-for-non-dealer-mechanic/74610)
**Author:** [@kneadtoknow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kneadtoknow)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-corolla-needs-180k-checkup-ballpark-estimate-for-non-dealer-mechanic/74610 "2012-09-21T22:41:23Z")
My 1998 Corolla is ready for its 180,000 service. From past 30K services at the dealer, I'm guessing they will probably want around $1200. Anyone have a decent ballpark estimate of what I should expect from a non-deale… --- ## [New sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-sound/74628)
**Author:** [@Abach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Abach)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-sound/74628 "2012-09-21T16:58:30Z")
Now that the weather is cooling, and my windows are down, I am noticing an odd sound seemingly from the left rear of our Matrix. It is a fairly high (but indeterminately) pitched, sustained jingling or rattling. Somewhat… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1946) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1948)