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ruffshifter

Anyone experiencing a sticky shifter in their 2006 Sedan? The shifter was smooth from gear to gear until this week. Though the weather has been slightly cooler here in Vancouver, this shouldn't be an issue cos' we're talking about 5 to 10 degrees Celsius. Today was 14 C. Never had this problem last year when it was colder.

Took the car to a Honda dealership and of course the tech who drove in the car with me said there is nothing wrong. When I told him the my old 93 Civic had smoother shifting, he told me I was comparing apples to oranges. I retorted by saying this 2006 Civic was newer technology? Kinda stumped him. I guess they don't wanna fix a thing.

Anyways, hope someone has some info.

BTW, been driving the car for close to 2 years now and I've driven standard for 10 years plus.

I have the Sedan DX-G, 5 speed with about 12,000km.

paulxavier

For those of us that have long commutes (~100mi/day), we're faced with a financial decision: Drive the "nice" family car to work and accelerate depreciation due to increased mileage, or save the "nice" car for Sunday driving and put the long mileage on a second commuter car.

Are there any financial models that will help with this decision? My particular situation is this:

I have a 2006 Lexus IS250, with 15K miles, worth ~$31K. My first option is to commute 25K miles on it over the next twelve months, and at this time next year, I'll have a 2006 Lexus IS250 with 40K miles worth much less.

My second option is save the Lexus for church driving, add only 5K miles, and at this time next year, I'll have a 2006 Lexus IS250 with only 20K miles. I could drop ~$10K on something like a used Toyota Tacoma or a used Nissan Frontier and commute the 25K miles on that. (Yes, I know there are better commuter vehicles than a Tacoma or Frontier, but my heart is set, and it's not negotiable).

Someone help me with the math. Which option is going to be cheaper over 12 months? Thanks in advance! -Paul.

tidester

You should be able to get an answer to your question in Honda Civic Transmission Questions.

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tidester

I think Please help me decide between... would be a good place to pose your question.

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PF_Flyer

Try the BMW 3-Series Tires and Wheels discussion.

To find vehicle specific discussions quickly, just select your make and model in the Browse By Vehicle search tool in the left sidebar.

mikel24m

Hello all Im sure this question has been asked a million times but I have not been able to find a answer yet.Im buying a commercial vehicle from a dealer in Florida ,I live in NJ and I need the vehicle built in FL. Do I pay taxes to the dealer in florida or do I get the price minus tax and pay the tax here.Im just trying to not cut myself short im putting 5k down and am just alittle worried about paying out of pocket tax at my local DMV and to the dealer.Another question maybe someone could answer. The purchase price was 49k ,the bank came back and said I need 8k down, I got the dealer to drop 3k and I put up another 5k to make the deal how should this read on the paperwork.Im just trying to cover my butt and dont really understand the tax questions Thanks

stever

I would ask in the Vehicle Sales Tax Questions discussion and check prices for the model you are buying in the Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences board.

lovetdi

I don't think this will be a problem, but want to check first. OEM size is 205/55/16. I have 2 new 215/60/16 in the garage and would buy 2 more to mount all four on my 2005 Jetta. See any problem going from 205/55/16 to 215/60/16? both sizes would fit on my OEM rims.

kyfdx

Try asking here: Tires, tires, tires

Those two sizes are a lot farther apart than you think.. They'll fit the rims, but probably not the car.

gojeffie

I need to find weather stripping for my rear hatchback and wiper strips for both doors for 1981 Ford Escort SS. Everywhere I looked on line for parts did not even have windows listed much less the strips needed around them. Can anybody give me some ideas on where to look? Thanks. Vicki

delsy

Hello,

I have intention to install on the back bumper of my car a sensor that detects the obstacles; the last time I was reversing I did 250 $ of damage, therefore sailing on internet I found two typologies of sensor: one with four ultrasonic transducers, and another with only an aluminium tape. Owing to the fact that I have not intention to do holes on my bumper I would prefer the second invisible solution. For this reason I wish ask first a your opinion.
Here is the link of the producer: http://www.proxel.com

Waiting for anybody who can give me an answer.

Bye!

tidester

I am not finding anything specific to the SS but you should find some help in Need Help in finding Aftermarket Parts

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tidester

You will want to check out Reverse Warning Systems & Cameras.

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fordfuel

YESTERDAY CAR RAN AS THOUGH STARVED FOR FUEL TODAY IT WOULDN'T START PULLED FUEL LINE FROM FILTER NO FUEL WAS PUMPED WHEN KEY WAS TURNED . REPLACED FUEL PUMP CAR WILL STILL WILL NOT START. HELP

stever

Try posting in the Taurus/Sable Starting or Stalling Problems discussion.

pete957

I have a 1987 corvette 350 engine.... what is the average temperature in degrees it should be running at before it will overheat

Mr_Shiftright

You might post that question here:

Quick Technical Question?

pete957

Thank you!!!!

jcomi

I have a service engine soon light that will not go out on my 99 3.8L mustang. The engine diagnostics can not trace any problem and the car runs great but, the light is annoying. Where is the fuse to disconnect the "service engine soon light"?

PF_Flyer

Try posting your question in the Ford Mustang Engine Problems discussion. The light may have been tripped by some condition and simply need to be reset, but I would want to find out why rather than just pulling the plug on the bulb.

wlanier

my jeep has a dual climate control for driver and passenger sides of the car. the drivers side works fine, the passenger side stays cool all the time it never get as cold as it should and it never gets hot at all,it is like it is stuck in one place

stever

Please ask for help in the Jeep Grand Cherokee A/C Heating Ventilation discussion.

coho_99

On the subject of problems with the fj cruier,I enter the page and did not know how to ask (where to enter text)

stever

Hi Coho, welcome to CarSpace -

Make sure you are at the last page of the discussion that you want to post in; otherwise you won't see the Post box. Or you can reply to an existing post and that will open up a Post box.

The Help link at the bottom of the page explains it well, so check that FAQ out too.

The Questions About My Toyota FJ Cruiser discussion is probably the best one to post in if you have a problem you'd like some help with.

hrlincoln

Has anyone replaced their 6 disc stock unit with a factory Navigation unit? I pulled the stock unit out of the dash, but the plugs for the Navigation unit aren't available in the dash.

tidester

Other LS owners in Lincoln LS should be able to help you out.

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tennisprofl

I ran thru a HUGE puddle & my car made it thru but totally shut down after it made it thru the puddle. Any thoughts? Its a Mercedes C240 2003.

KCRam

Take a look through Flood damaged cars: Legal Issues. There are also some other related discussions in the Smart Shopper Board.

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treazure

My O/D Off light keep flashing, I've had the transmission and computer replace so far and the problem is not going away, and I can't find a mechanic who can figure out the problem. PLEASE HELP! :confuse:

pat

Try asking in Ford Explorer Transmission Questions.

jfrance

Does anybody know where the turn signal relay is located on a 2001 Volvo S40? Not a fuse, not the bulbs, oil in the engine lol, must be relay. Thanks for any help! Funny I can change brakes but can't find a relay!

stever

Try asking in the Volvo S40 Basic Maintenance Questions discussion - chances are it's not that basic a question if it's that hard to find though!

jfrance

Thanks Steve

rmontemayor

>A/C quits cooling after 35 to 50 miles on the road any
advise

Thanks,

Rudy Montemayor

rmontemayor

Need a diagram of back brakes for 2003 Chevrolet Trl Blazer

Thanks,

R. Montemayor

cherieann

Hi,

I just found this site and not sure where or how to post a new topic/question. I've got a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Classic and a while back my night illumination dash lights went out. Fuse is NOT the problem apparently. ??? where can I post?

thanks

Cherie :P

stever

Hi Rudy, try asking in the Chevy TrailBlazer Climate Control Questions and the Trailblazer Brakes and Rotors discussions.

stever

Even though it's titled "Grand" I'd try posting in the Jeep Grand Cherokee Gauges and Lights discussion. There's also a general Jeep Cherokee discussion where you could ask for help (and try a discussion search there with the Search This Discussion tool).

kgn2

I bought a 2006 Sport Edition V8 Toyota 4Runner some months ago but could never find suitably steep hilly locations to test its offroad abilities, especially the Downhill and Hill Start Assist Controls. I live in Illinois which is relatively flat. Any suggestions anyone on suitable locations in nearby states?

tidester

I see you have already found the Toyota 4Runner discussion! Good luck.

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paperskelly

have a 2006 drango that has bad gas milage and have 63350 do i need to chang e the plugs

tankrd1

how do i start a new thread in a forum?

jh567

how do you replace a blower motor resistor in a 2000 dodge caravan

stever

Try asking for advice about those plugs in the Dodge Durango Maintenance and Repair discussion and compare your mpg to other owners in Dodge Durango Real World MPG.

stever

When possible, post your question in an existing Discussion rather than creating a new Discussion – the one that best pertains to what you are asking. Posting your question in an existing Discussion increases the likelihood that more people will see it.

To start a new discussion, use the "Add Discussion" link located at the right above the first listed discussion within the make/model group of the car or SUV you are interested in. (There are some boards where members may not create new discussions).

Please see the Help link at the bottom for more details.

stever

Try asking in the Caravan/Voyager Climate Control Problems discussion. Message #4 in there looks like it could help too.

lease2008

Possible Remorse. Please console or congratulate. Looking for help.

Newly Minted Deal:
2800 Cash
S60 2008 2.5Turbo AWD
Blue (the light blue); Tan Interior
Premium Package
Lease 400 per month
Buy out 17550 after 36 month Lease

We looked, drove and priced pre-owned S60s, both 04 (23K miles for 23K) and an 05 and decided that the deal listed above was the best value. The dealer said we could only choose between the light blue (tan interior) or the maple (black interior). We chose the light blue (tan interior with grey and brown trim). I think it is a standard type of color and trim not sure.

We signed this evening (Saturday night). My question is, "Did we secure a fair if not a better than fair deal?" My only concern after the fact is whether or not we could have leased a dark blue with black interior for same lease price (from another dealership).

Thoughts?

Mr_Shiftright

You can post your question here:

General Questions About Leasing

However, you haven't included all the necessary information for a good answer.

What was your money factor (interest rate?) Also what are the mileage limitations? Also, what is the penalty for exceeding the mileage limitation? Also, was a security deposit required in addition to the 2800?

So....you need to supply all or most of this data before someone could tell you if you got a decent lease or not.

the9thkid

I have a 1998 Chevy Blazer that I bought about a year ago. Thats when the problems started. My temperature gauge kept reading hot, so I put in a new thermostat. When I took off the radiator cap, there was this black sludge on it and all throughout the radiator and in the overflow tank. We flushed the radiator and I went on my merry way. About 3 months later, my truck was running SO HOT that I had to pull over and leave it for awhile. Decided to take it to my mechanic.My radiator had this "thick black sludge" in it that looked just like "tar" ! He didn't know what it was so he called his "boys"....still no idea what and how this stuff got in there. I just put in a new radiator, but there still is some of this "mystery sludge" in the overflow tank.Soaked the tank and scraped out what we could get at. Any ideas of what this stuff is and how I can avoid it coming back?