# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1967 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1968 --- ## [Shaking, knocking, vibrating van!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-knocking-vibrating-van/74020)
**Author:** [@TURBOTIM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TURBOTIM)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-knocking-vibrating-van/74020 "2012-08-11T18:19:59Z")
We have a '95 GMC Vandura G2500 and today when we took off from a stoplight the van suddenly started vibrating like crazy and running rough. It was making a knocking noise and the van kept shaking the whole way home. The… --- ## [You Overheat and then you don't](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-overheat-and-then-you-dont/74022)
**Author:** [@joshua147](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshua147)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-overheat-and-then-you-dont/74022 "2012-08-11T17:37:52Z")
Hi everyone! I have a possibly strange situation I need some help understanding. I drive a 2002 Honda Civic EX with about 105,000 glorious miles on it. I decided to hit the road and made a weekend road trip to pick up a … --- ## [We said it first here](https://community.cartalk.com/t/we-said-it-first-here/73991)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/we-said-it-first-here/73991 "2012-08-11T17:07:11Z")
There is an article about how to protect yourself when buying a car in USA Today. It reads like the advice that everyone has been passing on for years here. Anyone care to grade the author on completeness? http://www… --- ## [Fun safe car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fun-safe-car/73998)
**Author:** [@eduk80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eduk80)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fun-safe-car/73998 "2012-08-11T14:54:55Z")
My mom needs a new car. This is the first time she'll buy a car that she only has to think of herself (doesn't have to agree with my dad, doesn't have to fit kids). She wants something cute and fun, more than 25mpg and… --- ## [Windshield Schmutz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-schmutz/73997)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Bigsby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr_Bigsby)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-schmutz/73997 "2012-08-11T05:44:28Z")
I have a 2009 Hyundai Sonata. The inside surface of the windshield (and, to a lesser degree, the other glass) quickly develops a film of some sort after cleaning. This is kind of a pain, as cleaning the inside of the win… --- ## [97 Olds Bravada Suddenly Bogging Down/Not Shifting well](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-olds-bravada-suddenly-bogging-down-not-shifting-well/74007)
**Author:** [@Xeno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Xeno)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-olds-bravada-suddenly-bogging-down-not-shifting-well/74007 "2012-08-11T04:43:30Z")
I have a 1997 Olds Bravada with 170K miles. Engine was running fantastic up until three weeks ago. Suddenly engine is "bogging" down and transmission is shifting between gears at certain speeds (like it can't decide---us… --- ## [1930s? art deco car that I can't remember the name of](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1930s-art-deco-car-that-i-cant-remember-the-name-of/74017)
**Author:** [@thewatchguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thewatchguy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 1:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1930s-art-deco-car-that-i-cant-remember-the-name-of/74017 "2012-08-11T01:09:25Z")
Its a art deco style car most likely from the 30s. It is a tall sitting coupe with a large front end and little windshield its a rare car that might be a plymouth. I think Wyclef jean might have owned one. Its bugging me… --- ## [Original Carburetor Identification](https://community.cartalk.com/t/original-carburetor-identification/74004)
**Author:** [@OldChargerGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldChargerGuy)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/original-carburetor-identification/74004 "2012-08-11T00:43:47Z")
How would I know for sure what carburetor was originally installed on my 1966 Charger? A former owner lost the original carb years ago; he installed an Edlebrock 4-bbl. The 361-cid V-8 was available with a 2-bbl only in … --- ## [Volvo 940 Turbo Wagon '95 Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-940-turbo-wagon-95-shuts-off/74012)
**Author:** [@mnvolvo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mnvolvo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2012, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-940-turbo-wagon-95-shuts-off/74012 "2012-08-11T00:25:17Z")
While driving full speed (55 mph), car shuts off. First RPMS drop to 1 - 1.5 (like being in neutral) then car shuts off -- no sputter or cough, no rattle or puff of smoke, just kaput! If I try to restart immediatelly (… --- ## [Pictures on the Car Talk site](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pictures-on-the-car-talk-site/74016)
**Author:** [@Francoisluigi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Francoisluigi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pictures-on-the-car-talk-site/74016 "2012-08-10T21:34:17Z")
Guys, when I post some of your fabulous content on Facebook, I don't get the picture that I'm reacting to; I get the Car Talk logo. I know this is a problem with Facebook, rather than your web page. But is there som… --- ## [A quart of methanol every six months?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-quart-of-methanol-every-six-months/74002)
**Author:** [@DesertRambler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DesertRambler)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-quart-of-methanol-every-six-months/74002 "2012-08-10T19:56:48Z")
My neighbor, who is a manufacturer of car care products, told me he adds a quart of pure methanol to a full gas tank on his Ford F-150 every six months. He told me that the methanol will keep the injectors and cylinder w… --- ## [2009 PT Cruiser A/C doesn't work at Idle-Is it definitely the fan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pt-cruiser-a-c-doesnt-work-at-idle-is-it-definitely-the-fan/74011)
**Author:** [@jdfromjersey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdfromjersey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pt-cruiser-a-c-doesnt-work-at-idle-is-it-definitely-the-fan/74011 "2012-08-10T18:47:56Z")
A/C works fine when moving. At idle, it doesn't work. Fan is not spinning. Is it definitely a bad fan or is it a possivble fuse/switch/module? Anyone know how difficult it would be for a novice to replace the fan? --- ## [Car Stereo not working in hot afternoons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stereo-not-working-in-hot-afternoons/73983)
**Author:** [@squirellman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/squirellman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stereo-not-working-in-hot-afternoons/73983 "2012-08-10T16:35:07Z")
I have an aftermarket stereo in my 97 F150. The stereo is a few years old and has worked fine, but recently it only works in the mornings. Here in East TN we have cool foggy mornings and sweltering afternoons during the … --- ## [2012 subaru outback stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-stalling/73888)
**Author:** [@WVCONCERNED](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WVCONCERNED)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-stalling/73888 "2012-08-10T15:14:34Z")
My husband I purchased a 2012 Subaru Outback May 2012, we notice a hesitation when we first drove it and couple weeks later it started stalling out, now it stalls about every other day, we have noticed that ours is after… --- ## [1980 vw rabbit diesel safe?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1980-vw-rabbit-diesel-safe/73935)
**Author:** [@vintagestapler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vintagestapler)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1980-vw-rabbit-diesel-safe/73935 "2012-08-10T04:13:20Z")
I want to buy a restored 1980 VW Rabbit Diesel (from my grandfather). I am a new driver and I would be driving to school 22 miles each way every day. My dad had this same car and got amazing millage and outstanding relia… --- ## [Stick shift stop uphill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stick-shift-stop-uphill/73921)
**Author:** [@LevellingUp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LevellingUp)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stick-shift-stop-uphill/73921 "2012-08-10T03:48:03Z")
Hey there Car Talk folks! So I've got an 89 BMW 325i with a manual transmission, which is fun as heck to drive. Sometimes when I'm bored in traffic and stopped at a light on an uphill, rather than applying the break, I… --- ## [2002 Camry - Idle Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-camry-idle-issues/73999)
**Author:** [@5wallace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/5wallace)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-camry-idle-issues/73999 "2012-08-10T03:17:48Z")
Our 2002 Camry is in very good condition with ~75k miles. The other day we went to start the car up and it wouldn't turn over. The car would turn a couple of times and then start clicking. We jumped the car and I hopp… --- ## [Where to find parts for a 1996 Lincoln Mark Viii?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-to-find-parts-for-a-1996-lincoln-mark-viii/74003)
**Author:** [@Kim\_Sue\_Boog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kim_Sue_Boog)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-to-find-parts-for-a-1996-lincoln-mark-viii/74003 "2012-08-10T03:05:39Z")
PLEASE HELP!!! I need to purchase a replacement latch for the console of a 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII - problem is, there are none to be found anywhere!!! The dealership says no dice and I haven't been able to find it online… --- ## [Ants in Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ants-in-car/73995)
**Author:** [@AHoward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AHoward)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ants-in-car/73995 "2012-08-10T01:49:35Z")
Any suggestions for how to get rid of an ant infestation in a fleet of work cars? I have tried putting Raid on the tires to keep them away, sprayed Raid in the car, put ant bait in the vehicles and they keep returning. … --- ## [Does installing a new Prius battery increase the value of the car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-installing-a-new-prius-battery-increase-the-value-of-the-car/73971)
**Author:** [@ctnickname123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ctnickname123)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-installing-a-new-prius-battery-increase-the-value-of-the-car/73971 "2012-08-10T01:23:27Z")
I'm considering buying a 2001 Prius from a friend. He put a new battery in the car two years ago and my friend thinks that the value of the battery should be added on to the Kelly Blue Book value of the car. But I was un… --- ## [Small hatchback for tall driver?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-hatchback-for-tall-driver/73897)
**Author:** [@essjay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/essjay)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2012, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-hatchback-for-tall-driver/73897 "2012-08-10T00:25:26Z")
Not finding the perfect fit among the new cars (decent mpg, acceleration and handling, reputation for reliability, price ~20k), so thinking about used model from Lexus, Infiniti, Acura. Ideally no more than175" length, w… --- ## [New transmission or new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-transmission-or-new-car/73885)
**Author:** [@kathyb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kathyb)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-transmission-or-new-car/73885 "2012-08-09T21:26:42Z")
I have a 2002 lexus rx 300 with 165000 miles. The transmission has died and I have to fix or buy another car. It is going to cost around $4500 to repair because it is AWD. It has been a very good car, not too many major… --- ## [AC Blows Hot Air '03 Civic EX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blows-hot-air-03-civic-ex/73957)
**Author:** [@tbux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbux)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blows-hot-air-03-civic-ex/73957 "2012-08-09T19:37:09Z")
Good afternoon guys, I read some of the past questions on this topic, but not sure where to start. -AC blows warm air. -AC light comes on as it should (green) -Under-hood Fuses are fine -Refilled Antifreeze a few d… --- ## [02 Subaru needs oil @ 4500 intervals, Normal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-subaru-needs-oil-4500-intervals-normal/73969)
**Author:** [@ecoan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ecoan)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-subaru-needs-oil-4500-intervals-normal/73969 "2012-08-09T19:17:35Z")
I have an 02 Forester that has 413,000 miles. It needs appox 2 qts of oil @ 4500 mile intervals. Is that too much? Is it going to start needing more oil sooner? I guess I am asking if the end is near? --- ## [How to use RISLONE radiator stop leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-use-rislone-radiator-stop-leak/73989)
**Author:** [@Jess9162](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jess9162)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-use-rislone-radiator-stop-leak/73989 "2012-08-09T19:11:49Z")
hi i have a small crack in my radiator (on the top) so i purchased Rislone radiator Stop leak. i realized that im supposed to pre-desolve the pellets, but im not exactly sure how. do i put he whole container (un-opened) … --- ## [When is it time to let go?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-it-time-to-let-go/73972)
**Author:** [@josevi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/josevi)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-it-time-to-let-go/73972 "2012-08-09T17:24:26Z")
Hello all, I am sorry if this has been asked before, or if there is a thread about this already - I am new here. Any help and guidance you can give me would be much appreciated. I have an 02 Jetta with 86k in the od… --- ## [Gear shift stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gear-shift-stuck/73996)
**Author:** [@Coxy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coxy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gear-shift-stuck/73996 "2012-08-09T15:00:03Z")
I was pulling into my driveway. I put the car in park, but when i went to get out of the car, it started to roll forward. When I finally got it stopped, I tried to shift it, and it wouldn't shift to any spot. Then it bec… --- ## [Aftermarket Systems and Warranty Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-systems-and-warranty-issues/73976)
**Author:** [@VicD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VicD)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-systems-and-warranty-issues/73976 "2012-08-09T07:17:24Z")
I purchased a used 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer from a Mitsubishi dealer. The car came with the factory warranty included. However, after owning the car for 3 years, we have learned due to an issue with air intake valve tha… --- ## [What hath Docnick wrought?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-hath-docnick-wrought/73848)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 5:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-hath-docnick-wrought/73848 "2012-08-09T05:24:32Z")
Well Docnick you brought up an interesting concept in"Why do we love our cars so much?" not wishing to interupt or hijack this thread,I would be curious as to what vehicle you would recommend for me.I like to work,almost… --- ## [Keeping up with a new/used American Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-up-with-a-new-used-american-car/73982)
**Author:** [@Tezzy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tezzy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-up-with-a-new-used-american-car/73982 "2012-08-09T04:36:03Z")
After my recent car problems, the decision was unanimous to become a two-car family. We definitely had a strict budget since we are still trying to fix up our german family wagon. (see other posts) We decided on a well… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1966) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1968)