# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1965 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1966 --- ## [Insurance, when to drop collision?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-when-to-drop-collision/74027)
**Author:** [@nyeguys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nyeguys)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2012, 5:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-when-to-drop-collision/74027 "2012-08-15T05:25:25Z")
My wife and I own a 2000 Honda Civic. It is 12 years old, has 175,000 miles on it. At what point is it advisable to drop collision? I figure the car is worth $2500 tops and we have a $500 deductable. If we would drop t… --- ## [Car for my mom](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-my-mom/74082)
**Author:** [@Codythorson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Codythorson)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2012, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-my-mom/74082 "2012-08-15T03:07:06Z")
The automotive specialist in our family, my dad, died in June. My mom needs to buy a new car for driving around Salt Lake City. I live in New York City, do not own a car, and don't have much knowledge about current makes… --- ## [91 Corolla what did I break?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-corolla-what-did-i-break/73820)
**Author:** [@bzb882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bzb882)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2012, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-corolla-what-did-i-break/73820 "2012-08-15T02:38:38Z")
OK, my daughter bought a clunker. Engine compression tested good, and transmission shifted fine so I proceeded to fix the car. Everything went fine until I got to the passenger side axle. I've always reused the inboar… --- ## [Crickets in my Toyota](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crickets-in-my-toyota/74091)
**Author:** [@SwinginMartinis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SwinginMartinis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2012, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crickets-in-my-toyota/74091 "2012-08-15T02:22:03Z")
Hi there, I am new to this forum and forums in general, but I was recommended by some friends to check you guys out :slight\_smile: I have a 1993 Toyota Pickup and on Sunday, driving home from camping, I noticed my four… --- ## [Audi whining noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-whining-noise/74061)
**Author:** [@ramikumi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramikumi)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2012, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-whining-noise/74061 "2012-08-15T00:20:14Z")
I have an Audi 1999, quattro 2.8 liter. I am starting to hear a whining noise (from this morning) when I throttle. Gets louder when you throttle more. Runs fine. The sound comes even if the car is in Park/neutral and is … --- ## [Replacements parts for 1996 Lincoln Mark Viii](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacements-parts-for-1996-lincoln-mark-viii/74088)
**Author:** [@Curly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Curly)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacements-parts-for-1996-lincoln-mark-viii/74088 "2012-08-14T23:07:52Z")
PLEASE HELP!!!!! Does anyone know how I could find a CONSOLE/ARM REST LATCH for a 1996 Lincoln Mark Viii? Ford does not have it - car is not made anymore - CAN'T FIND THIS PART ANYWHERE!!! I've spent approx. one week lo… --- ## [2012 Ford Focus SEL Hatchback : Driver's Seat Misaligned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-focus-sel-hatchback-drivers-seat-misaligned/73580)
**Author:** [@Ulli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ulli)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-focus-sel-hatchback-drivers-seat-misaligned/73580 "2012-08-14T22:26:16Z")
Ever since we bought the car I've found the drivers seat to be a bit odd. Went on the first long road trip last weekend and was fairly uncomfortable by the end of it. Had a closer look at the driver's seat and noticed … --- ## [2002 Subaru Outback- strange noise. \*UPDATE- Video attached\*](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-outback-strange-noise-update-video-attached/73968)
**Author:** [@tropicalfishy4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tropicalfishy4)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-outback-strange-noise-update-video-attached/73968 "2012-08-14T21:43:44Z")
Hi all- I have a 2002 Subaru Outback that recently started making an odd noise. This noise is somewhat hard to describe, but sort of sounds like "urrh ah urrh ah" almost like a rubbing noise or a deep squeak (not high… --- ## [Car misfiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-misfiring/74083)
**Author:** [@jengrus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jengrus)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-misfiring/74083 "2012-08-14T21:35:36Z")
I have a 2002 Elantra that has been in shop 3xs for same thing. The car says it is missfiring on 1 and I have changed wires, coil pack and spark plugs with no success. Please help!!!! --- ## [Should I fix my car before I trade it in?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-my-car-before-i-trade-it-in/73973)
**Author:** [@CB33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CB33)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-my-car-before-i-trade-it-in/73973 "2012-08-14T20:46:20Z")
We're looking to trade in our 200 Toyota Sienna in within the next month or so. The problem is that my driver side door handle is broken and one of the slding doors doesn't work. It would cost a about $250 for the slid… --- ## [Cooling System - Thermostat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-system-thermostat/74023)
**Author:** [@bigpoppop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigpoppop)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-system-thermostat/74023 "2012-08-14T20:23:04Z")
I changed the thermostat on my car about 6 years ago, and I have only driven about 16,000 miles since then. Should I change the thermostat now or wait until I have put on another 15,000 miles or so? --- ## [Ruined a clutch in 30 feet?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ruined-a-clutch-in-30-feet/74018)
**Author:** [@Laika](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laika)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ruined-a-clutch-in-30-feet/74018 "2012-08-14T20:10:42Z")
So here's the deal. I have a part time job as a garage attendant in a condo-co-op . Most of our residents park their own cars, but we park the cars of those without assigned stalls, visitors and guests, employees of a b… --- ## [01 Malibu continues to overheat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-malibu-continues-to-overheat/74048)
**Author:** [@jaclyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaclyn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-malibu-continues-to-overheat/74048 "2012-08-14T17:44:13Z")
I have an 01 mailibu that keeps overheating. I have replaced the water pump (twice) and had the thermostat replaced. The water pump and thermostat were replaced about a month ago. Last night while driving, i noticed … --- ## [Fatherly advice, please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fatherly-advice-please/73903)
**Author:** [@CharmedImSure](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharmedImSure)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fatherly-advice-please/73903 "2012-08-14T15:45:18Z")
Recovering from illness, returning to work; need a car. A Friend(?) ! 'gifted' me with a 1993 Honda Odyssey w/199K miles and $1K. Dealership says: it has low engine noise plus some tapping, exhaust leak. Needs tim… --- ## [My local mechanic is stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-local-mechanic-is-stumped/74066)
**Author:** [@grg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grg)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-local-mechanic-is-stumped/74066 "2012-08-14T14:03:04Z")
I have a 1998 chevy silverado pickup that is running great; no misses, no check engine light. However in the last few months if the engine is running, I am unable to use the garage door opening (hand held). I have two … --- ## [Toyota Camry- Rear Main Seal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-rear-main-seal/74071)
**Author:** [@Toyota\_Ms](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toyota_Ms)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 8:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-rear-main-seal/74071 "2012-08-14T08:12:22Z")
Thinking Ahead- If you tried everything to seal leak and nothing works How long will it take before the Rear Main Seal goes out? Would it be wise to drive on highway? Any thoughts would be helpful. :slight\_smile: --- ## [Vw gti steering spring and rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-gti-steering-spring-and-rattle/74075)
**Author:** [@eljefesgti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eljefesgti)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-gti-steering-spring-and-rattle/74075 "2012-08-14T07:52:47Z")
i have two issues that as far as i can tell appeared today with no warning. first, when turning the steering wheel, it makes what i can best describe as a springing sound (it is actually more of a feel i get from the st… --- ## [AC works intermittently--compressor replaced, do we need to replace condenser?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-works-intermittently-compressor-replaced-do-we-need-to-replace-condenser/74047)
**Author:** [@mmrace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmrace)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 6:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-works-intermittently-compressor-replaced-do-we-need-to-replace-condenser/74047 "2012-08-14T06:22:11Z")
The AC in my 2000 Toyota ECHO died a couple of years ago. With the record heat this year, we finally decided to get it fixed. On the first try, the mechanic thought it just needed some adjustment and recharge, and we wan… --- ## [What is your experience with Dynamat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-your-experience-with-dynamat/74067)
**Author:** [@DesertRambler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DesertRambler)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-your-experience-with-dynamat/74067 "2012-08-14T05:45:25Z")
I am having Dynamat installed on the doors and trunk of my 2012 Honda CR-V as part of a sound system upgrade. I was wondering if anyone had experience with Dynamat installations and how well they worked to reduce noise a… --- ## [Dodge Death Wobble Treasure Hunt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-death-wobble-treasure-hunt/74069)
**Author:** [@BigLee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BigLee)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-death-wobble-treasure-hunt/74069 "2012-08-14T05:18:44Z")
I know this is getting to be an old topic, but my 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 has recently developed the "Death Wobble". I have had: shocks, stabilizer shock, ball joints, track bar bushings, wheel hub assemblies, and the top t… --- ## [New Car Decision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-decision/74042)
**Author:** [@Mrs\_C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mrs_C)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-decision/74042 "2012-08-14T03:16:38Z")
Does anyone have any thoughts about the advisability of buying a used Honda Element since I just learned that Honda quit making them in 2011. What does that do to the value--and what about parts? It'll probably be my … --- ## [100 mph 96 mpg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/100-mph-96-mpg/74010)
**Author:** [@oldbodyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldbodyman)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/100-mph-96-mpg/74010 "2012-08-14T03:16:04Z")
I have drove a lot fast cars, but 100 miles per hour in this? Then again 96 mpg around town mite not be all bad. http://www.bloomberg.com/video/93631839-famed-f1-designer-unveils-96-mpg-100-mph-smartcar.html --- ## [Easy to be legal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/easy-to-be-legal/74062)
**Author:** [@ken\_green](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ken_green)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/easy-to-be-legal/74062 "2012-08-14T01:36:59Z")
Sell red light bulbs ! ( a pet peve of mine for 33 yeears in the parts business ) Yes, I know that's waay too difficult due to DOT rules & regs and all that crap, but it's high time for that to change. After all, the rul… --- ## [New rear brakes sticking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rear-brakes-sticking/74053)
**Author:** [@Need\_A\_Horse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Need_A_Horse)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rear-brakes-sticking/74053 "2012-08-14T01:36:30Z")
1990 Ford Taurus. 82k. Auto TX. I had rear brake drums, shoes and cylinders replaced on the rear. Front brakes check out OK with miles to go. At town speeds 25 mph, I noticed car was braking itself (grip-release -gri… --- ## [My truck's a snake!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-trucks-a-snake/74056)
**Author:** [@gail149](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gail149)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-trucks-a-snake/74056 "2012-08-14T00:42:24Z")
my 2002 chevy s-10 started making an air/hissing noise inside the cab. It seems to be coming from around the air conditioner controls (center front). It hisses while running, whether moving or not, does not change when… --- ## [1996 Chrysler/Dodge Neon Engine loses power when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chrysler-dodge-neon-engine-loses-power-when-accelerating/74054)
**Author:** [@Maker\_Mig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maker_Mig)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chrysler-dodge-neon-engine-loses-power-when-accelerating/74054 "2012-08-14T00:35:10Z")
Well, my last post was incorrect. Turns out the crank shaft position sensor only fixed the cars ability to start and stop and did not cure the acceleration issue. What happens? The symptoms occur during the following c… --- ## [Ignition switch replacement causes blinker failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-switch-replacement-causes-blinker-failure/74064)
**Author:** [@lisareach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lisareach)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-switch-replacement-causes-blinker-failure/74064 "2012-08-14T00:23:19Z")
I just had the ignition switch replaced on my 2001 Toyota Sequioa. Now my blinkers work but will not shut off after I complete the turn. Additionally, the blinker "stick" is very hard to move in either direction. I plan … --- ## [Transmission problims in a 93 chevy 1500 v-6 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problims-in-a-93-chevy-1500-v-6-4x4/74063)
**Author:** [@22\_caliber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/22_caliber)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problims-in-a-93-chevy-1500-v-6-4x4/74063 "2012-08-14T00:06:56Z")
I have 1st and 2nd and reverse, but no drive or od, speedometer also not working. Changed filter and fluid, nothing ugly in pan at all!! PLZ HELP, she is my work truck and I'm not rich. --- ## [Won't start...somtimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wont-start-somtimes/74059)
**Author:** [@Ern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ern)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2012, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wont-start-somtimes/74059 "2012-08-13T23:46:23Z")
I have a 2003 Infiniti g35 with about 140,000 miles on it. Its been having a strange problem recently and intermittently. Sometimes when I first get in the car and I put the key in and try to start it NOTHING happens. … --- ## [Head Liner Problem - 2011 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-liner-problem-2011-subaru-legacy-2-5i-premium/74051)
**Author:** [@Frank\_Dux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frank_Dux)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2012, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-liner-problem-2011-subaru-legacy-2-5i-premium/74051 "2012-08-13T23:30:11Z")
I have separation between the headliner and the back window of my vehicle. It is not a complete separation, but is getting worse. This is only a 2 year old vehicle, so this is disappointing to say the least. The de… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1964) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1966)