# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=233 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 234 --- ## [?Am I crazy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-crazy/185364)
**Author:** [@ChadinTexas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChadinTexas)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-crazy/185364 "2022-07-28T21:21:15Z")
Hello, all. I’m looking for advice on a potential purchase. I currently have a 2013 Toyota Tacoma (115K miles), but it only gets 21mpg. I drive about 84 miles (round trip) each day to work and back. I’m thinking of g… --- ## [Can lower octane high altitude mountain grade gasoline be used with EFI or a turbo?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-lower-octane-high-altitude-mountain-grade-gasoline-be-used-with-efi-or-a-turbo/185508)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-lower-octane-high-altitude-mountain-grade-gasoline-be-used-with-efi-or-a-turbo/185508 "2022-07-28T19:42:48Z")
The use of lower than required octane fuel at high altitude makes complete sense, because the lower air pressure means that the cylinder pressure in the engine will be lower, so the engine is farther away from the poin… --- ## [Supercharging/procharging my daily driver. worth it? mods required?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/supercharging-procharging-my-daily-driver-worth-it-mods-required/185176)
**Author:** [@santos.orenga\_180962](https://community.cartalk.com/u/santos.orenga_180962)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/supercharging-procharging-my-daily-driver-worth-it-mods-required/185176 "2022-07-28T17:10:18Z")
Hey so i own a 2006 ford mustang v6, its my daily driver and i wanted to have more power so i started to look into supercharger/ prochargers and i found an affordable one that im thinking of getting but i had some questi… --- ## [Good news for Ford stockholders](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-news-for-ford-stockholders/185514)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-news-for-ford-stockholders/185514 "2022-07-28T15:19:09Z")
… but not necessarily for its employees: Ford Motor Co. (F) shares are trading higher by +7.05% in the premarket after the carmaker crushed EPS and Revenue estimates by +52.01% and +15.58% respectively. Ford reiterated … --- ## [2014 Jeep Patriot - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-shakes/185500)
**Author:** [@ibdamn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibdamn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-shakes/185500 "2022-07-27T23:52:40Z")
2014 Jeep Patriot with 69,793 miles one month later as i’m driving on the expressway i couldn’t go over 60 miles an hour because the vehicle started shanking so hard that the steering wheel would jump and the front end a… --- ## [2019 Volkswagen Jetta - software updates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-jetta-software-updates/185502)
**Author:** [@mustafa89arch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mustafa89arch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-jetta-software-updates/185502 "2022-07-27T23:47:59Z")
my car is vw jetta 1.4 L turbo , is there any update i can do to software?? --- ## [2015 Mazda Mazda3 - rust underneath](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda3-rust-underneath/185504)
**Author:** [@AnwarK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnwarK)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda3-rust-underneath/185504 "2022-07-27T23:26:40Z")
Car beneath is rusty in various areas. Especially the silencer is rusted . Car dash is sticky. the car is GCC specs . Only 36K driven in the past 6.5 years .Used in United Arab emirates --- ## [2007 GM Saturn Ion Temp sensor not working (but only in the winter)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gm-saturn-ion-temp-sensor-not-working-but-only-in-the-winter/185507)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gm-saturn-ion-temp-sensor-not-working-but-only-in-the-winter/185507 "2022-07-27T22:45:54Z")
Some reason when its really cold say 15 F to about -20 F (-12.2 C to -26 C) the engine temp gauge on the dash doesnt move after driving for awhile, at all compleltely dead. This spring and summer I’ve had no issues; gaug… --- ## [Noise Shimmer In Front](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-shimmer-in-front/185486)
**Author:** [@Beeper1971](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beeper1971)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-shimmer-in-front/185486 "2022-07-27T09:52:57Z")
2015 Van. 102K miles. When driving slow, there is a whomp, whomp noise. At speed it is quite a bit quieter, but there is still a slight noise and a wobble (very small) in the steering wheel. It is a bit worse turning… --- ## [Tips/Guide for buying a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-guide-for-buying-a-used-car/185474)
**Author:** [@s.a\_sheikh\_180208](https://community.cartalk.com/u/s.a_sheikh_180208)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-guide-for-buying-a-used-car/185474 "2022-07-27T04:55:25Z")
Hey Guys, I want to buy a used car preferably NOT from a dealership. And not on financing! Since I am looking to pay upfront, my budget is 10K to 12K tops. Any tips or guides on what parameters to look for when buying… --- ## [Tire date code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-date-code/185428)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 4:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-date-code/185428 "2022-07-27T04:30:42Z")
Had a tire replaced due to road damage. We had road hazard warranty. New tire is dated 3520. Or 2 years old. Dealer had 1 tire in stock that brand/model and size. Oddball. 65 series. 2 yr old is fine? --- ## [Peugeot 508 2015 Clutch problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-508-2015-clutch-problem/185480)
**Author:** [@magix01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/magix01)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-508-2015-clutch-problem/185480 "2022-07-26T23:31:01Z")
Hello everyone, this is my first post here and decided to register to ask about specific problem i have with my manual transmission, i have 508 2015 manual 1.6hdi 120hp BlueHdi. I bought the car used it was in great sh… --- ## [1999 Ford F-150 - Theft deterrent stops ME](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-f-150-theft-deterrent-stops-me/185443)
**Author:** [@F15058](https://community.cartalk.com/u/F15058)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-f-150-theft-deterrent-stops-me/185443 "2022-07-26T22:34:46Z")
My theft deterrent system causes my engine to stop while driving. --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Malibu - Noise after brake pad change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-noise-after-brake-pad-change/185464)
**Author:** [@Spookytooth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spookytooth)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-noise-after-brake-pad-change/185464 "2022-07-26T18:55:55Z")
Had brake pads changed on rear about 2 weeks ago. Now hearing a grunting type noise at rear passenger side. Sometimes when braking but sometimes driving normally. --- ## [Honda Civic 2007 starting probs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2007-starting-probs/174897)
**Author:** [@Drino](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drino)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2007-starting-probs/174897 "2022-07-26T13:55:27Z")
Hi, I have this civic 2007 model imported from UK… after 10 yrs or so, it is starting having difficulty to start. when you press the start button, the starter turn but the engine won’t start immediately and thats for may… --- ## [2010 Honda Civic Startup problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-startup-problems/41961)
**Author:** [@k\_wainn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/k_wainn)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-startup-problems/41961 "2022-07-26T13:50:22Z")
We purchased 2010 Honda Civic LX October 2009. The car is beginning to have regular startup problems and this is when the weather is not very cold. The car will not start on the first try. The first time this… --- ## [1st car, burning rubber smell when i accelerate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-car-burning-rubber-smell-when-i-accelerate/185455)
**Author:** [@notchos95\_181689](https://community.cartalk.com/u/notchos95_181689)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-car-burning-rubber-smell-when-i-accelerate/185455 "2022-07-26T06:03:43Z")
so i own a 2010 subaru impreza 2.5 i premium. ive had it a year this october and it was use when i bought it, lately ive noticed a burning rubber smell when im accelerating hard or for a prolonged period of time…i was th… --- ## [Would it be possible to have aftermarket air conditioning installed on an early 00s car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-it-be-possible-to-have-aftermarket-air-conditioning-installed-on-an-early-00s-car/185332)
**Author:** [@quicksand99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/quicksand99)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-it-be-possible-to-have-aftermarket-air-conditioning-installed-on-an-early-00s-car/185332 "2022-07-26T00:59:44Z")
I have a 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 and I was wondering if it would physically possible to have an aftermarket air conditioning system installed. The car came out of the factory with no air conditioning just air and defrost. … --- ## [2011 Toyota Prius car quits after battery replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-prius-car-quits-after-battery-replacement/185462)
**Author:** [@Elaine53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elaine53)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-prius-car-quits-after-battery-replacement/185462 "2022-07-25T23:57:49Z")
New battery installed one month ago. Car quits and red lights come on the dash. --- ## [Looking for a device to help me with parking issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-device-to-help-me-with-parking-issues/185436)
**Author:** [@mrsalbecky\_181672](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrsalbecky_181672)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-device-to-help-me-with-parking-issues/185436 "2022-07-25T23:36:31Z")
Okay, so this is pitiful but I have been parking in a home garage for years. Recently moved into a condo with only open-lot parking. I have an assigned space but just cannot seem to reliably park my car in the center of… --- ## [2015 Jeep Cherokee - rubbing sounds after brake job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-rubbing-sounds-after-brake-job/185370)
**Author:** [@Doris20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doris20)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-rubbing-sounds-after-brake-job/185370 "2022-07-25T23:35:16Z")
Recently had brakes and rotors replaced and now there is a rubbing sound when turning at slow speed (5-10 mph). What could be the problem? 50,000 miles --- ## [Mouse or electrical in my steering wheel?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mouse-or-electrical-in-my-steering-wheel/178262)
**Author:** [@Sandra.pearl\_176393](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandra.pearl_176393)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mouse-or-electrical-in-my-steering-wheel/178262 "2022-07-25T22:17:46Z")
Do I have a new mouse friend in my steering wheel? I am going somewhat crazy with a little noise coming from just below my steering wheel or maybe even IN my steering wheel. It definitely sounds like a small electrical c… --- ## [2000 Nissan Xterra - temp gauge while using AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-xterra-temp-gauge-while-using-ac/185434)
**Author:** [@Qman527](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Qman527)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-xterra-temp-gauge-while-using-ac/185434 "2022-07-25T21:55:29Z")
The temperature gauge skyrockets with ac on while driving on highway but not during local travel --- ## [2023 Ford Focus - battery keeps draining](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-ford-focus-battery-keeps-draining/185457)
**Author:** [@BlancaYeseniaValle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BlancaYeseniaValle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-ford-focus-battery-keeps-draining/185457 "2022-07-25T21:28:07Z")
Battery keeps draining itself --- ## [Honda Civic sometimes fails to start, battery is brand new, mystery problem!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-sometimes-fails-to-start-battery-is-brand-new-mystery-problem/87461)
**Author:** [@crispysugar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crispysugar)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-sometimes-fails-to-start-battery-is-brand-new-mystery-problem/87461 "2022-07-25T11:58:18Z")
My 2006 Honda Civic LX has 120,000 miles. About a month ago I stopped for gas, and when I got back into the car, it wouldn't start. It cranked a couple times but then after a couple tries that stopped. The power all came… --- ## [Fuse blows when windshield wiper & turn signal are on at the same time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-blows-when-windshield-wiper-turn-signal-are-on-at-the-same-time/185398)
**Author:** [@tjmaurer999\_181643](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjmaurer999_181643)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-blows-when-windshield-wiper-turn-signal-are-on-at-the-same-time/185398 "2022-07-25T11:01:01Z")
We inherited a 1995 Oldsmobile Cutless Ciera that my kids use. My daughter ran into another car damaging the front bumper, headlights, turn signals, etc. A friend of mine was able to fix it up but now, when the windshiel… --- ## [2002 Toyota Camry - Clunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-camry-clunk/185447)
**Author:** [@Heather01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Heather01)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-camry-clunk/185447 "2022-07-25T06:11:58Z")
When I stop, and accelerate, and go over bumps (no matter how slow) I hear what sounds like luggage banging around in my trunk. I checked of course, and there’s nothing in there that could be making that sound. It doesn’… --- ## [TKX pilot size and sealing the shifter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tkx-pilot-size-and-sealing-the-shifter/185453)
**Author:** [@mio.da.bomb\_157143](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mio.da.bomb_157143)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tkx-pilot-size-and-sealing-the-shifter/185453 "2022-07-25T04:06:34Z")
I want to start this by saying thank you to every person who responded to my previous thread with suggestions and help. And now I must apologize because I will basically be disregarding it. I finally was able to buy a t… --- ## [Refractometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/refractometer/185429)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/refractometer/185429 "2022-07-25T01:19:08Z")
I read about someone using a refractometer for antifreeze testing. Are these more accurate than the conventional bulb type gages? --- ## [Question about a clutch issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-a-clutch-issue/185414)
**Author:** [@Nissanguy240](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nissanguy240)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-a-clutch-issue/185414 "2022-07-25T00:54:45Z")
Hey guys so today my clutch started slipping, my wife was driving it and she described a problem that sounded like a badly slipping clutch from her description but the clutch has been just fine every time I’ve driven it … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=232) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=234)