{"post_id":"jii2xi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"PSA: If you are asking a question about your car, then the year, make, model, and mileage is needed. Just because it has wheels and goes vroom, doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s identical to every other vehicle that has wheels and goes vroom. Is that too much to ask?","c_root_id_A":"ga6m1o8","c_root_id_B":"ga6tjeo","created_at_utc_A":1603731739,"created_at_utc_B":1603735373,"score_A":4,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"Is this much of an issue? It's rare that I see posts that don't have at least the make and model in them or when I do they're about something super non-specific e.g. 'Should I leave my foot on the clutch or shift to neutral at a red light?'. Do they just get downvoted?  I never see any posts that are just 'Should I change my timing belt? and nothing else.","human_ref_B":"Here's me wishfully thinking my 2016 A3 could be identical to a GT3 RS :(","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3634.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"jii2xi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"PSA: If you are asking a question about your car, then the year, make, model, and mileage is needed. Just because it has wheels and goes vroom, doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s identical to every other vehicle that has wheels and goes vroom. Is that too much to ask?","c_root_id_A":"ga76mn2","c_root_id_B":"ga6m1o8","created_at_utc_A":1603741707,"created_at_utc_B":1603731739,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My car used to go vroom. Now goes vruum. Mechanic says its costs an amount of money to make go vroom again, Is he right or can I fix self?  Edit : It also has 4 wheels, but one doesn't really work so I took it off to save weight.","human_ref_B":"Is this much of an issue? It's rare that I see posts that don't have at least the make and model in them or when I do they're about something super non-specific e.g. 'Should I leave my foot on the clutch or shift to neutral at a red light?'. Do they just get downvoted?  I never see any posts that are just 'Should I change my timing belt? and nothing else.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9968.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"4s0jz3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"WE GOT TRENDING SUBREDDIT OF THE DAY GUYS!!! Wow, this is amazing! I'd like to thank every single one of you guys who are subscribed, those who are participating so far, those who have submitted mod application, those who encourage us, those who are giving us advice, and those who won our mod choices!!  THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!","c_root_id_A":"d55nzlv","c_root_id_B":"d55s2h3","created_at_utc_A":1468083045,"created_at_utc_B":1468090019,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Hell yeah. I've lurked a bit so far. Been trying to work on my car a bit this past few days.","human_ref_B":"I hope this sub becomes successful as a Redditor.   Conversely, as a used car driver, I'm anxious thinking about when I'll *need* it.   Cheers!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6974.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"o8pkre","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why does working on cars suck so bad? I feel like I upset some gypsy mechanic and I\u2019m cursed. Anytime I touch a car to do any DIY work it just goes wrong.   I really want to like working on cars! I\u2019m reasonably mechanically inclined and feel like it should be easier than it is. I\u2019m not dumb and I can read instructions.   All my friends can swap a blown turbo bearing while driving stick up a mountain in the rain at 120mph\u2026. I\u2019m here with a check engine light after changing floor mats.   Every time I try doing the smallest thing, something goes wrong. It just feels like trying to fight in a dream - you see yourself doing it but it goes nowhere and you wake up all sweaty and disappointed.  Clips don\u2019t clip. Screws strip. Things that should fit, don\u2019t. I get burned. Things slip off and I bust a knuckle. I get cut. Parts magically aren\u2019t the right part when I get home.  Is this just me? Which god do I need to pray to or which shrine do I need to activate to be able to change my own oil or replace an air filter!?!","c_root_id_A":"h36pau2","c_root_id_B":"h36j9gn","created_at_utc_A":1624773695,"created_at_utc_B":1624769112,"score_A":17,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I drink when I work on my car","human_ref_B":"Because engineers don't give a fuck about mechanics.       Simple as that, lol.    Welcome to the life of working on cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4583.0,"score_ratio":2.4285714286}
{"post_id":"o8pkre","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why does working on cars suck so bad? I feel like I upset some gypsy mechanic and I\u2019m cursed. Anytime I touch a car to do any DIY work it just goes wrong.   I really want to like working on cars! I\u2019m reasonably mechanically inclined and feel like it should be easier than it is. I\u2019m not dumb and I can read instructions.   All my friends can swap a blown turbo bearing while driving stick up a mountain in the rain at 120mph\u2026. I\u2019m here with a check engine light after changing floor mats.   Every time I try doing the smallest thing, something goes wrong. It just feels like trying to fight in a dream - you see yourself doing it but it goes nowhere and you wake up all sweaty and disappointed.  Clips don\u2019t clip. Screws strip. Things that should fit, don\u2019t. I get burned. Things slip off and I bust a knuckle. I get cut. Parts magically aren\u2019t the right part when I get home.  Is this just me? Which god do I need to pray to or which shrine do I need to activate to be able to change my own oil or replace an air filter!?!","c_root_id_A":"h36y5zz","c_root_id_B":"h36rkrs","created_at_utc_A":1624781587,"created_at_utc_B":1624775598,"score_A":12,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Invest more time. More time in prep and plan. More time in the work, slow down, check yourself as you go.","human_ref_B":"I always say I hate working on cars but I actually don't. I hate WHERE I have to work on cars. Poking around in gravel looking for that socket or nut I dropped. Draping a sheet of visqueen across the front of my car because of rain, warming my hands on the 500 watt work light, etc. I worked at a courier company for 11 years and one of the biggest perqs was that the mechanic would let me use the lift for quick jobs and the tire machine.  If you've got a garage and the right tools it's actually kind of fun. But when actually asked about it, no. I hate working on cars. And if anyone ever asks me if I'm a mechanic I say no, I just know how to fix MY OWN car.  As to your main point, one of the biggest problems with modern cars is they are built by robots. Robots designed to fit in specific locations and in a particular order.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5989.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"o8pkre","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why does working on cars suck so bad? I feel like I upset some gypsy mechanic and I\u2019m cursed. Anytime I touch a car to do any DIY work it just goes wrong.   I really want to like working on cars! I\u2019m reasonably mechanically inclined and feel like it should be easier than it is. I\u2019m not dumb and I can read instructions.   All my friends can swap a blown turbo bearing while driving stick up a mountain in the rain at 120mph\u2026. I\u2019m here with a check engine light after changing floor mats.   Every time I try doing the smallest thing, something goes wrong. It just feels like trying to fight in a dream - you see yourself doing it but it goes nowhere and you wake up all sweaty and disappointed.  Clips don\u2019t clip. Screws strip. Things that should fit, don\u2019t. I get burned. Things slip off and I bust a knuckle. I get cut. Parts magically aren\u2019t the right part when I get home.  Is this just me? Which god do I need to pray to or which shrine do I need to activate to be able to change my own oil or replace an air filter!?!","c_root_id_A":"h36y5zz","c_root_id_B":"h36j9gn","created_at_utc_A":1624781587,"created_at_utc_B":1624769112,"score_A":12,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Invest more time. More time in prep and plan. More time in the work, slow down, check yourself as you go.","human_ref_B":"Because engineers don't give a fuck about mechanics.       Simple as that, lol.    Welcome to the life of working on cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12475.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"o8pkre","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why does working on cars suck so bad? I feel like I upset some gypsy mechanic and I\u2019m cursed. Anytime I touch a car to do any DIY work it just goes wrong.   I really want to like working on cars! I\u2019m reasonably mechanically inclined and feel like it should be easier than it is. I\u2019m not dumb and I can read instructions.   All my friends can swap a blown turbo bearing while driving stick up a mountain in the rain at 120mph\u2026. I\u2019m here with a check engine light after changing floor mats.   Every time I try doing the smallest thing, something goes wrong. It just feels like trying to fight in a dream - you see yourself doing it but it goes nowhere and you wake up all sweaty and disappointed.  Clips don\u2019t clip. Screws strip. Things that should fit, don\u2019t. I get burned. Things slip off and I bust a knuckle. I get cut. Parts magically aren\u2019t the right part when I get home.  Is this just me? Which god do I need to pray to or which shrine do I need to activate to be able to change my own oil or replace an air filter!?!","c_root_id_A":"h36y5zz","c_root_id_B":"h36tbw7","created_at_utc_A":1624781587,"created_at_utc_B":1624777132,"score_A":12,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Invest more time. More time in prep and plan. More time in the work, slow down, check yourself as you go.","human_ref_B":"It's not just you. Sometimes nothing goes your way.  Best you can do is be prepared for everything to go tits up.  You got extractors? Both spiral flute, straight flute and socket type?  Tap and die set? Oxy acetylene torch?    As for gods... you got Saint Eligius who cut the leg off a horse, shoed the detached foot and reattached it.  Hephaestus from the Greek, Vulcan from Rome and Zenithar from Cyrodiil","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4455.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"o8pkre","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why does working on cars suck so bad? I feel like I upset some gypsy mechanic and I\u2019m cursed. Anytime I touch a car to do any DIY work it just goes wrong.   I really want to like working on cars! I\u2019m reasonably mechanically inclined and feel like it should be easier than it is. I\u2019m not dumb and I can read instructions.   All my friends can swap a blown turbo bearing while driving stick up a mountain in the rain at 120mph\u2026. I\u2019m here with a check engine light after changing floor mats.   Every time I try doing the smallest thing, something goes wrong. It just feels like trying to fight in a dream - you see yourself doing it but it goes nowhere and you wake up all sweaty and disappointed.  Clips don\u2019t clip. Screws strip. Things that should fit, don\u2019t. I get burned. Things slip off and I bust a knuckle. I get cut. Parts magically aren\u2019t the right part when I get home.  Is this just me? Which god do I need to pray to or which shrine do I need to activate to be able to change my own oil or replace an air filter!?!","c_root_id_A":"h36wm9i","c_root_id_B":"h36y5zz","created_at_utc_A":1624780140,"created_at_utc_B":1624781587,"score_A":5,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Some fucking bullshit _always_ goes wrong. It's part of the fun","human_ref_B":"Invest more time. More time in prep and plan. More time in the work, slow down, check yourself as you go.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1447.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"o8pkre","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why does working on cars suck so bad? I feel like I upset some gypsy mechanic and I\u2019m cursed. Anytime I touch a car to do any DIY work it just goes wrong.   I really want to like working on cars! I\u2019m reasonably mechanically inclined and feel like it should be easier than it is. I\u2019m not dumb and I can read instructions.   All my friends can swap a blown turbo bearing while driving stick up a mountain in the rain at 120mph\u2026. I\u2019m here with a check engine light after changing floor mats.   Every time I try doing the smallest thing, something goes wrong. It just feels like trying to fight in a dream - you see yourself doing it but it goes nowhere and you wake up all sweaty and disappointed.  Clips don\u2019t clip. Screws strip. Things that should fit, don\u2019t. I get burned. Things slip off and I bust a knuckle. I get cut. Parts magically aren\u2019t the right part when I get home.  Is this just me? Which god do I need to pray to or which shrine do I need to activate to be able to change my own oil or replace an air filter!?!","c_root_id_A":"h36j9gn","c_root_id_B":"h36rkrs","created_at_utc_A":1624769112,"created_at_utc_B":1624775598,"score_A":7,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Because engineers don't give a fuck about mechanics.       Simple as that, lol.    Welcome to the life of working on cars.","human_ref_B":"I always say I hate working on cars but I actually don't. I hate WHERE I have to work on cars. Poking around in gravel looking for that socket or nut I dropped. Draping a sheet of visqueen across the front of my car because of rain, warming my hands on the 500 watt work light, etc. I worked at a courier company for 11 years and one of the biggest perqs was that the mechanic would let me use the lift for quick jobs and the tire machine.  If you've got a garage and the right tools it's actually kind of fun. But when actually asked about it, no. I hate working on cars. And if anyone ever asks me if I'm a mechanic I say no, I just know how to fix MY OWN car.  As to your main point, one of the biggest problems with modern cars is they are built by robots. Robots designed to fit in specific locations and in a particular order.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6486.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gz8bcic","c_root_id_B":"gz8dy8o","created_at_utc_A":1621822975,"created_at_utc_B":1621824498,"score_A":7,"score_B":63,"human_ref_A":"Ever heard about the new supra and nsx... They don't want to make a popular car name go bust","human_ref_B":"I see that you are a young person, based on your description of the S2000 as retro. You should Google \u201cPT Cruiser\u201d. Back in the 90s some people at Chrysler had the same idea you have and set out to make a \u201cretro\u201d styled car with \u201cmodern\u201d engines and amenities. It was the ugliest, slowest, worst car of its era.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1523.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gz8bcic","c_root_id_B":"gz9uriz","created_at_utc_A":1621822975,"created_at_utc_B":1621864878,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Ever heard about the new supra and nsx... They don't want to make a popular car name go bust","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of the reasoning of why boxier or older style chassis (smaller as well) aren\u2019t being used anymore is due to safety regulations. I remember hearing about how it was better if a pedestrian that was hit by a car rolled over the hood rather than being dragged underneath. That being said cars are generally bigger nowadays so who knows.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":41903.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gz99g5d","c_root_id_B":"gz9uriz","created_at_utc_A":1621850260,"created_at_utc_B":1621864878,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Have a look at the 70 series Land Cruiser.  They are fantastic!","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of the reasoning of why boxier or older style chassis (smaller as well) aren\u2019t being used anymore is due to safety regulations. I remember hearing about how it was better if a pedestrian that was hit by a car rolled over the hood rather than being dragged underneath. That being said cars are generally bigger nowadays so who knows.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14618.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gz9uriz","c_root_id_B":"gz9dpji","created_at_utc_A":1621864878,"created_at_utc_B":1621854060,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I think a lot of the reasoning of why boxier or older style chassis (smaller as well) aren\u2019t being used anymore is due to safety regulations. I remember hearing about how it was better if a pedestrian that was hit by a car rolled over the hood rather than being dragged underneath. That being said cars are generally bigger nowadays so who knows.","human_ref_B":"S200k is retro now? lol I'm 26 and that makes me feel way to old","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10818.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gzaawtq","c_root_id_B":"gz99g5d","created_at_utc_A":1621872440,"created_at_utc_B":1621850260,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"OP are you familiar with restomods? It's essentially what you're talking about but done by independent shops.  It's how you get a 70's camaro but with power steering","human_ref_B":"Have a look at the 70 series Land Cruiser.  They are fantastic!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22180.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gz9dpji","c_root_id_B":"gzaawtq","created_at_utc_A":1621854060,"created_at_utc_B":1621872440,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"S200k is retro now? lol I'm 26 and that makes me feel way to old","human_ref_B":"OP are you familiar with restomods? It's essentially what you're talking about but done by independent shops.  It's how you get a 70's camaro but with power steering","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18380.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gzker92","c_root_id_B":"gz99g5d","created_at_utc_A":1622066221,"created_at_utc_B":1621850260,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"This kind of goes on already: The current Dodge Challenger.  Note, they kind of toss out the equation for its sister, the Charger.   The Porsche 911 series cars, various failures listed elsewhere in the comments here -- the PT Cruiser, the 2005 Mustang, the styling for the RAM trucks, the Chevy SSR.  Attempts to go retro but have modern components happen.  Sometimes (as in the case of the 911) they kind of get pinned into making the same looking design by the crowd that buys the brand.     Markets change though.  People wanted more space in their vehicles, the aerodynamics of the situation demand some changes as things get more efficient.   Thing is, with the birth of the modern electric car, there will be opportunities to make stuff that looks retro as all get out, but is modern (I'm sure some manufacturers will take this opportunity) -- but the real opportunity is to take the new chassis and make something that just couldn't easily exist before (something like the Cybertruck for example).    Finally I'd argue that they didn't really toss it all out with the latest Supra -- they reskinned a BMW to look like the last generation and I've seen one in person -- it does have a lot of that vibe.     Keeping too much of the old formula has real market problems though.   Chrysler has kind of bucked this with the Challenger but here's a real problem for the salespeople: Used versions that are 12 years old are hard to distinguish from the brand new models sitting on the showroom floor.     Ford had to come to grips with this (along with all of the people running retro styling) -- how do you make \"new\" looking cars that don't either piss off the buying base you've brought in with the retro stuff or have the above \"challenger effect\" which makes it hard to distinguish new models from old ones?","human_ref_B":"Have a look at the 70 series Land Cruiser.  They are fantastic!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":215961.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"njk5hc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why don't they build retro or throwback cars with the original design but modern interior\/engine? Wouldn't it be great if they released modernized versions of the Honda S2000 or Infiniti G35 Coupe?  Keep the original designs, the looks are timeless. But modernize the engine and interior.  Any reason why they prefer to take a quantum leap and deliver a design that looks nothing like the original e.g. the Toyota Supra?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gz9dpji","c_root_id_B":"gzker92","created_at_utc_A":1621854060,"created_at_utc_B":1622066221,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"S200k is retro now? lol I'm 26 and that makes me feel way to old","human_ref_B":"This kind of goes on already: The current Dodge Challenger.  Note, they kind of toss out the equation for its sister, the Charger.   The Porsche 911 series cars, various failures listed elsewhere in the comments here -- the PT Cruiser, the 2005 Mustang, the styling for the RAM trucks, the Chevy SSR.  Attempts to go retro but have modern components happen.  Sometimes (as in the case of the 911) they kind of get pinned into making the same looking design by the crowd that buys the brand.     Markets change though.  People wanted more space in their vehicles, the aerodynamics of the situation demand some changes as things get more efficient.   Thing is, with the birth of the modern electric car, there will be opportunities to make stuff that looks retro as all get out, but is modern (I'm sure some manufacturers will take this opportunity) -- but the real opportunity is to take the new chassis and make something that just couldn't easily exist before (something like the Cybertruck for example).    Finally I'd argue that they didn't really toss it all out with the latest Supra -- they reskinned a BMW to look like the last generation and I've seen one in person -- it does have a lot of that vibe.     Keeping too much of the old formula has real market problems though.   Chrysler has kind of bucked this with the Challenger but here's a real problem for the salespeople: Used versions that are 12 years old are hard to distinguish from the brand new models sitting on the showroom floor.     Ford had to come to grips with this (along with all of the people running retro styling) -- how do you make \"new\" looking cars that don't either piss off the buying base you've brought in with the retro stuff or have the above \"challenger effect\" which makes it hard to distinguish new models from old ones?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":212161.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5ig9j4","c_root_id_B":"h5igciw","created_at_utc_A":1626527316,"created_at_utc_B":1626527369,"score_A":34,"score_B":53,"human_ref_A":"MSPCA most likely.   Some bigger cities now have cat cafes where you can get a coffee and pet a few cats.  I'd try there.","human_ref_B":"Volunteering at an animal shelter or animal hospital is a good place to start.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":53.0,"score_ratio":1.5588235294}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5inqif","c_root_id_B":"h5irwx0","created_at_utc_A":1626531623,"created_at_utc_B":1626533790,"score_A":15,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Don't know about catguys but you can meet Catgirl in DC universe ; )","human_ref_B":"Thundera for sure! Oh wait it's destroyed, maybe third earth then? They're are not many left of them!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2167.0,"score_ratio":1.0666666667}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5jo5tu","c_root_id_B":"h5j18vd","created_at_utc_A":1626549439,"created_at_utc_B":1626538357,"score_A":14,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"OP's post submission history is a wild ride","human_ref_B":"You looking to unload some hot cat converters?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11082.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5j2reo","c_root_id_B":"h5jo5tu","created_at_utc_A":1626539066,"created_at_utc_B":1626549439,"score_A":5,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"If you don't have any luck at the pet store, try a muffler shop.","human_ref_B":"OP's post submission history is a wild ride","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10373.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5jo5tu","c_root_id_B":"h5j49xm","created_at_utc_A":1626549439,"created_at_utc_B":1626539785,"score_A":14,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"OP's post submission history is a wild ride","human_ref_B":"I'm assuming you meant carguys but I feel like you need an actual answer   I'm sure there are subreddits around, and I'm sure that you can find some on facebook groups","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9654.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5ja61t","c_root_id_B":"h5jo5tu","created_at_utc_A":1626542579,"created_at_utc_B":1626549439,"score_A":5,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Car meets, events like autox or track days, screaming 'miata is always the answer' as you drive past them while they're taking pictures of their Miata.","human_ref_B":"OP's post submission history is a wild ride","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6860.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5j2reo","c_root_id_B":"h5j18vd","created_at_utc_A":1626539066,"created_at_utc_B":1626538357,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If you don't have any luck at the pet store, try a muffler shop.","human_ref_B":"You looking to unload some hot cat converters?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":709.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5j18vd","c_root_id_B":"h5j49xm","created_at_utc_A":1626538357,"created_at_utc_B":1626539785,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"You looking to unload some hot cat converters?","human_ref_B":"I'm assuming you meant carguys but I feel like you need an actual answer   I'm sure there are subreddits around, and I'm sure that you can find some on facebook groups","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1428.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5j18vd","c_root_id_B":"h5ja61t","created_at_utc_A":1626538357,"created_at_utc_B":1626542579,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You looking to unload some hot cat converters?","human_ref_B":"Car meets, events like autox or track days, screaming 'miata is always the answer' as you drive past them while they're taking pictures of their Miata.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4222.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"om3lx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where can I meet some catguys?","c_root_id_A":"h5j49xm","c_root_id_B":"h5j2reo","created_at_utc_A":1626539785,"created_at_utc_B":1626539066,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'm assuming you meant carguys but I feel like you need an actual answer   I'm sure there are subreddits around, and I'm sure that you can find some on facebook groups","human_ref_B":"If you don't have any luck at the pet store, try a muffler shop.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":719.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"nddxzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Despite being a \u201ccar guy\u201d, do you ever feel anxiety about driving? I think that r\/IdiotsInCars has traumatized me. That, alongside living in one of the worst states to drive (no exaggeration, it\u2019s ranked that), has made me generally pretty anxious about driving at times. Hell, even today I made a mistake while driving where I would have been at fault, and no, I\u2019m not proud of it at all. I think in general, there\u2019s not a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of the machinery of cars. With a faulty transportation system and a modern world that has made living without a car basically impossible in a lot of cases, I feel like driving and cars by extension are better reserved for enthusiasts, since \u201centhusiast\u201d is not something that would describe most people who own a car in the first place.  With all that being said, do you ever feel anxious about driving despite being a car guy?","c_root_id_A":"gya6ypp","c_root_id_B":"gya9cnv","created_at_utc_A":1621132455,"created_at_utc_B":1621133911,"score_A":13,"score_B":50,"human_ref_A":"Well, I drive a Subaru, so yes.  In all seriousness though, I do know what you mean. The best we can do is get a dashcam setup and drive as safely as possible ourselves. At that point, it's out of our hands, so putting it out of our minds should become a bit easier.","human_ref_B":"Yes, of course.  After learning to drive on track, I\u2019ve become a much more defensive driver on the street, because I realized most people 1) have no sense of the danger driving poses, 2) most people drive distracted, and 3) most people have no idea how their car works or how it handles in emergency situations.  For much of my life I had all 3 of these despite being a \u201ccar guy.\u201d  Now, I like to play a game where I guess what dumb shit other people are going to do, and then take action to avoid it.  \u201cI bet this dipshit isn\u2019t going to look before they merge.\u201d  \u201cI bet this guy is going to cut me off.\u201d  \u201cI bet this dumbass is going to floor it straight into the back of that stopped traffic up there.\u201d  \u201cI bet this guy behind me is antsy and aggressively pops over into the next lane.\u201d  The key is to calm down and let the idiots be idiots, while protecting yourself.  Essentially: They\u2019re going to cut you off, just let them do it. Public roads are no place to prove anything.  Job 1 is to get there safely.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1456.0,"score_ratio":3.8461538462}
{"post_id":"nddxzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Despite being a \u201ccar guy\u201d, do you ever feel anxiety about driving? I think that r\/IdiotsInCars has traumatized me. That, alongside living in one of the worst states to drive (no exaggeration, it\u2019s ranked that), has made me generally pretty anxious about driving at times. Hell, even today I made a mistake while driving where I would have been at fault, and no, I\u2019m not proud of it at all. I think in general, there\u2019s not a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of the machinery of cars. With a faulty transportation system and a modern world that has made living without a car basically impossible in a lot of cases, I feel like driving and cars by extension are better reserved for enthusiasts, since \u201centhusiast\u201d is not something that would describe most people who own a car in the first place.  With all that being said, do you ever feel anxious about driving despite being a car guy?","c_root_id_A":"gya9cnv","c_root_id_B":"gya8i16","created_at_utc_A":1621133911,"created_at_utc_B":1621133376,"score_A":50,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes, of course.  After learning to drive on track, I\u2019ve become a much more defensive driver on the street, because I realized most people 1) have no sense of the danger driving poses, 2) most people drive distracted, and 3) most people have no idea how their car works or how it handles in emergency situations.  For much of my life I had all 3 of these despite being a \u201ccar guy.\u201d  Now, I like to play a game where I guess what dumb shit other people are going to do, and then take action to avoid it.  \u201cI bet this dipshit isn\u2019t going to look before they merge.\u201d  \u201cI bet this guy is going to cut me off.\u201d  \u201cI bet this dumbass is going to floor it straight into the back of that stopped traffic up there.\u201d  \u201cI bet this guy behind me is antsy and aggressively pops over into the next lane.\u201d  The key is to calm down and let the idiots be idiots, while protecting yourself.  Essentially: They\u2019re going to cut you off, just let them do it. Public roads are no place to prove anything.  Job 1 is to get there safely.","human_ref_B":"Now that I have a kid a feel nervous in the E30. It\u2019s small and ancient and has no airbags. Sometimes I think things like...what if this guy over here changed lanes and my kids grew up without a dad","labels":1,"seconds_difference":535.0,"score_ratio":7.1428571429}
{"post_id":"nddxzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Despite being a \u201ccar guy\u201d, do you ever feel anxiety about driving? I think that r\/IdiotsInCars has traumatized me. That, alongside living in one of the worst states to drive (no exaggeration, it\u2019s ranked that), has made me generally pretty anxious about driving at times. Hell, even today I made a mistake while driving where I would have been at fault, and no, I\u2019m not proud of it at all. I think in general, there\u2019s not a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of the machinery of cars. With a faulty transportation system and a modern world that has made living without a car basically impossible in a lot of cases, I feel like driving and cars by extension are better reserved for enthusiasts, since \u201centhusiast\u201d is not something that would describe most people who own a car in the first place.  With all that being said, do you ever feel anxious about driving despite being a car guy?","c_root_id_A":"gya88sk","c_root_id_B":"gya9cnv","created_at_utc_A":1621133218,"created_at_utc_B":1621133911,"score_A":3,"score_B":50,"human_ref_A":"All the time, my only working car is a Miata and it's downright butt-puckering playing leapfrog merging onto I-5 sometimes. Yes, I know it has airbags and safety gear up the wazoo, but it's still a bit scary.","human_ref_B":"Yes, of course.  After learning to drive on track, I\u2019ve become a much more defensive driver on the street, because I realized most people 1) have no sense of the danger driving poses, 2) most people drive distracted, and 3) most people have no idea how their car works or how it handles in emergency situations.  For much of my life I had all 3 of these despite being a \u201ccar guy.\u201d  Now, I like to play a game where I guess what dumb shit other people are going to do, and then take action to avoid it.  \u201cI bet this dipshit isn\u2019t going to look before they merge.\u201d  \u201cI bet this guy is going to cut me off.\u201d  \u201cI bet this dumbass is going to floor it straight into the back of that stopped traffic up there.\u201d  \u201cI bet this guy behind me is antsy and aggressively pops over into the next lane.\u201d  The key is to calm down and let the idiots be idiots, while protecting yourself.  Essentially: They\u2019re going to cut you off, just let them do it. Public roads are no place to prove anything.  Job 1 is to get there safely.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":693.0,"score_ratio":16.6666666667}
{"post_id":"nddxzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Despite being a \u201ccar guy\u201d, do you ever feel anxiety about driving? I think that r\/IdiotsInCars has traumatized me. That, alongside living in one of the worst states to drive (no exaggeration, it\u2019s ranked that), has made me generally pretty anxious about driving at times. Hell, even today I made a mistake while driving where I would have been at fault, and no, I\u2019m not proud of it at all. I think in general, there\u2019s not a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of the machinery of cars. With a faulty transportation system and a modern world that has made living without a car basically impossible in a lot of cases, I feel like driving and cars by extension are better reserved for enthusiasts, since \u201centhusiast\u201d is not something that would describe most people who own a car in the first place.  With all that being said, do you ever feel anxious about driving despite being a car guy?","c_root_id_A":"gyagqz2","c_root_id_B":"gya8i16","created_at_utc_A":1621138599,"created_at_utc_B":1621133376,"score_A":10,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes. As a mechanic, knowing how many people declined work on huge safety issues.. that terrifies me.   Going on test drives and seeing how many people drive like shit while you\u2019re in a customer vehicle looking for sounds, lights and vibrations..   Damn right I\u2019m white knuckle sometimes.","human_ref_B":"Now that I have a kid a feel nervous in the E30. It\u2019s small and ancient and has no airbags. Sometimes I think things like...what if this guy over here changed lanes and my kids grew up without a dad","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5223.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"nddxzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Despite being a \u201ccar guy\u201d, do you ever feel anxiety about driving? I think that r\/IdiotsInCars has traumatized me. That, alongside living in one of the worst states to drive (no exaggeration, it\u2019s ranked that), has made me generally pretty anxious about driving at times. Hell, even today I made a mistake while driving where I would have been at fault, and no, I\u2019m not proud of it at all. I think in general, there\u2019s not a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of the machinery of cars. With a faulty transportation system and a modern world that has made living without a car basically impossible in a lot of cases, I feel like driving and cars by extension are better reserved for enthusiasts, since \u201centhusiast\u201d is not something that would describe most people who own a car in the first place.  With all that being said, do you ever feel anxious about driving despite being a car guy?","c_root_id_A":"gya88sk","c_root_id_B":"gyagqz2","created_at_utc_A":1621133218,"created_at_utc_B":1621138599,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"All the time, my only working car is a Miata and it's downright butt-puckering playing leapfrog merging onto I-5 sometimes. Yes, I know it has airbags and safety gear up the wazoo, but it's still a bit scary.","human_ref_B":"Yes. As a mechanic, knowing how many people declined work on huge safety issues.. that terrifies me.   Going on test drives and seeing how many people drive like shit while you\u2019re in a customer vehicle looking for sounds, lights and vibrations..   Damn right I\u2019m white knuckle sometimes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5381.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"nddxzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Despite being a \u201ccar guy\u201d, do you ever feel anxiety about driving? I think that r\/IdiotsInCars has traumatized me. That, alongside living in one of the worst states to drive (no exaggeration, it\u2019s ranked that), has made me generally pretty anxious about driving at times. Hell, even today I made a mistake while driving where I would have been at fault, and no, I\u2019m not proud of it at all. I think in general, there\u2019s not a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of the machinery of cars. With a faulty transportation system and a modern world that has made living without a car basically impossible in a lot of cases, I feel like driving and cars by extension are better reserved for enthusiasts, since \u201centhusiast\u201d is not something that would describe most people who own a car in the first place.  With all that being said, do you ever feel anxious about driving despite being a car guy?","c_root_id_A":"gya88sk","c_root_id_B":"gya8i16","created_at_utc_A":1621133218,"created_at_utc_B":1621133376,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"All the time, my only working car is a Miata and it's downright butt-puckering playing leapfrog merging onto I-5 sometimes. Yes, I know it has airbags and safety gear up the wazoo, but it's still a bit scary.","human_ref_B":"Now that I have a kid a feel nervous in the E30. It\u2019s small and ancient and has no airbags. Sometimes I think things like...what if this guy over here changed lanes and my kids grew up without a dad","labels":0,"seconds_difference":158.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hhzr4c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I just replaced my air filter for the first time since I got the car. The engine seems to be a bit louder, is that normal? The old filter was 5 years old with 40k miles. Is the noise just because the engin is breathing better?","c_root_id_A":"fwd8uij","c_root_id_B":"fwda8lx","created_at_utc_A":1593439275,"created_at_utc_B":1593440101,"score_A":4,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Can you describe the noise? Is it tied to RPM and throttle application? Was it replaced with an OEM or aftermarket filter?  I'm not sure I've ever heard of this issue short of adding an aftermarket intake and replacing a factory airbox that has sliencers and chambers to decrease noise.  You are probably fine, but should check to make sure the filter is secure in its airbox, that you replaced it all properly and sealed it.","human_ref_B":"Was the old one really dirty? If so you are probably just hearing intake noise now from the better air flow. As long as your engine is idling and running correctly you should be good.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":826.0,"score_ratio":6.25}
{"post_id":"hhzr4c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I just replaced my air filter for the first time since I got the car. The engine seems to be a bit louder, is that normal? The old filter was 5 years old with 40k miles. Is the noise just because the engin is breathing better?","c_root_id_A":"fwd8uij","c_root_id_B":"fwda9r0","created_at_utc_A":1593439275,"created_at_utc_B":1593440119,"score_A":4,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Can you describe the noise? Is it tied to RPM and throttle application? Was it replaced with an OEM or aftermarket filter?  I'm not sure I've ever heard of this issue short of adding an aftermarket intake and replacing a factory airbox that has sliencers and chambers to decrease noise.  You are probably fine, but should check to make sure the filter is secure in its airbox, that you replaced it all properly and sealed it.","human_ref_B":"Did you close the air filter box properly? Them things are tricky sometimes","labels":0,"seconds_difference":844.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqsi90u","c_root_id_B":"hqsghxa","created_at_utc_A":1641030763,"created_at_utc_B":1641029198,"score_A":19,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Doesn't matter if it's old. If it can get you from A to B without problems, then people will pay $5000 to $6500 and apparently, some cars can do that after 20 years.","human_ref_B":"We're in a *pretty* interesting time where we're starting to see multiple generations of various models on the street in roughly equal occurrences. In So Cal, it's not unusual to see the same number of 6th gen Accords as 8th gens. I remember not too long ago, I saw three 6th gen Corollas and not a single 10th gen. I do delivery driving on the side so I see all sorts of cars everyday. I can't imagine this was a thing back when cars started to become bulletproof, even 30 years ago. People are simply keeping their cars longer.   Will they stay as expensive as they can? It's possible that older models will have the same value as much newer (but still old) models. This is already happening with the Honda Civic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1565.0,"score_ratio":1.9}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqsi90u","c_root_id_B":"hqsfuk9","created_at_utc_A":1641030763,"created_at_utc_B":1641028630,"score_A":19,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Doesn't matter if it's old. If it can get you from A to B without problems, then people will pay $5000 to $6500 and apparently, some cars can do that after 20 years.","human_ref_B":"A 2000 Camry won't cost 6k  But yeah shitbox owners saw modern used cars go up in value due to a supply deficiency in the new sector and though it applied to them and some people are dumb enough to buy","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2133.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqsghxa","c_root_id_B":"hqsfuk9","created_at_utc_A":1641029198,"created_at_utc_B":1641028630,"score_A":10,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"We're in a *pretty* interesting time where we're starting to see multiple generations of various models on the street in roughly equal occurrences. In So Cal, it's not unusual to see the same number of 6th gen Accords as 8th gens. I remember not too long ago, I saw three 6th gen Corollas and not a single 10th gen. I do delivery driving on the side so I see all sorts of cars everyday. I can't imagine this was a thing back when cars started to become bulletproof, even 30 years ago. People are simply keeping their cars longer.   Will they stay as expensive as they can? It's possible that older models will have the same value as much newer (but still old) models. This is already happening with the Honda Civic.","human_ref_B":"A 2000 Camry won't cost 6k  But yeah shitbox owners saw modern used cars go up in value due to a supply deficiency in the new sector and though it applied to them and some people are dumb enough to buy","labels":1,"seconds_difference":568.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqts815","c_root_id_B":"hqsfuk9","created_at_utc_A":1641058876,"created_at_utc_B":1641028630,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It partially inflation, and partially the death of the generation who bought a new car ever few years and sold the old one. Younger people can\u2019t afford to buy a new car every few years, and have to keep cars longer, and inflation has skyrocketed the past decade.   Used cars are actually a little underpriced right now compared to what they were when they were 3000 dollars for a decent old Toyota or something.  There\u2019s other factors to like ethanol killing fuel systems in 90s cars creating a shortage in the used car markets that are still felt today, as in used cars haven\u2019t really saturated the market again since. There also the fact that a lot of used cars purchased in the past few years were manufactured in the early 2000s and are low quality, except for a few brands that kept their quality high during those times.   Basically it\u2019s inflation + a shortage of good used cars the past decade or so. My car is almost 20 years old for example and has 250k miles but I wouldn\u2019t dare sell it for anything less then 4K because I couldn\u2019t replace it with anything as good for less then that, unless someone cut me a deal.","human_ref_B":"A 2000 Camry won't cost 6k  But yeah shitbox owners saw modern used cars go up in value due to a supply deficiency in the new sector and though it applied to them and some people are dumb enough to buy","labels":1,"seconds_difference":30246.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqts815","c_root_id_B":"hqt52ni","created_at_utc_A":1641058876,"created_at_utc_B":1641048188,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It partially inflation, and partially the death of the generation who bought a new car ever few years and sold the old one. Younger people can\u2019t afford to buy a new car every few years, and have to keep cars longer, and inflation has skyrocketed the past decade.   Used cars are actually a little underpriced right now compared to what they were when they were 3000 dollars for a decent old Toyota or something.  There\u2019s other factors to like ethanol killing fuel systems in 90s cars creating a shortage in the used car markets that are still felt today, as in used cars haven\u2019t really saturated the market again since. There also the fact that a lot of used cars purchased in the past few years were manufactured in the early 2000s and are low quality, except for a few brands that kept their quality high during those times.   Basically it\u2019s inflation + a shortage of good used cars the past decade or so. My car is almost 20 years old for example and has 250k miles but I wouldn\u2019t dare sell it for anything less then 4K because I couldn\u2019t replace it with anything as good for less then that, unless someone cut me a deal.","human_ref_B":"Used cars were always undervalued. The usefulness of a used car for, say, $3000 is much higher than just about anything else you could buy for that amount of money. Some jobs require a vehicle. Even looking for a job requires a vehicle sometimes. A car can take you almost anywhere for the cost of gas. It gives you freedom and mobility.  I own a 23-year old car. I got it last year for less than $3000. I consider it an absolute steal, especially because it has a low number on the odometer and is free of rust. The same car would now cost me over $5000 and I'd still buy it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10688.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqu619t","c_root_id_B":"hqt52ni","created_at_utc_A":1641064519,"created_at_utc_B":1641048188,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A 12 year old car is old, a 20 year old car is (potentially) a classic. Also vehicles across the board have seen a sizeable market bump and a lot of people with unneeded vehicles are trying to cash in on it. I'd like to say it will probably get better but there hasn't been any evidence that will be the case.","human_ref_B":"Used cars were always undervalued. The usefulness of a used car for, say, $3000 is much higher than just about anything else you could buy for that amount of money. Some jobs require a vehicle. Even looking for a job requires a vehicle sometimes. A car can take you almost anywhere for the cost of gas. It gives you freedom and mobility.  I own a 23-year old car. I got it last year for less than $3000. I consider it an absolute steal, especially because it has a low number on the odometer and is free of rust. The same car would now cost me over $5000 and I'd still buy it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16331.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rtfot5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"12 years ago, you could buy a 10 year old car for $3000. Now a 20 year old car will cost twice that. What happened? There are some used cars that are as old enough to be parents or soldiers and they're going for freakin $5000, $6500...and they're 20 years old!   They're not even high end cars. I'm talking about everyday models like Camrys and Accords. Are used cars destined to stay as expensive as they can?","c_root_id_A":"hqtyxz4","c_root_id_B":"hqu619t","created_at_utc_A":1641061629,"created_at_utc_B":1641064519,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"\u201cEveryday models\u201d \u2026. Those two examples are the most reliable and long lasting cars. Might as well be high end to anyone looking at the used car market.   Lol","human_ref_B":"A 12 year old car is old, a 20 year old car is (potentially) a classic. Also vehicles across the board have seen a sizeable market bump and a lot of people with unneeded vehicles are trying to cash in on it. I'd like to say it will probably get better but there hasn't been any evidence that will be the case.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2890.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"myejzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"YouTube channel of a mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars? Instead of straight jumping from problem to solution, are there any channels where the mechanic shows his step by step thiught process in diagnostics before the final repair? Would be interesting to watch.","c_root_id_A":"gvv3j1p","c_root_id_B":"gvv08ct","created_at_utc_A":1619387698,"created_at_utc_B":1619386092,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Eric O over at South Main Auto is a given.  You might also like EricTheCarGuy and Faye Hadley, too.","human_ref_B":"South main auto","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1606.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"myejzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"YouTube channel of a mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars? Instead of straight jumping from problem to solution, are there any channels where the mechanic shows his step by step thiught process in diagnostics before the final repair? Would be interesting to watch.","c_root_id_A":"gvuus9m","c_root_id_B":"gvv3j1p","created_at_utc_A":1619383501,"created_at_utc_B":1619387698,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Jumping on the South Main Auto train. He's funny and shares every step he takes, even when it doesn't go so well.  Others have said Scotty Kilmer is bad, and he is, but he's entertaining at least.","human_ref_B":"Eric O over at South Main Auto is a given.  You might also like EricTheCarGuy and Faye Hadley, too.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4197.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"myejzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"YouTube channel of a mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars? Instead of straight jumping from problem to solution, are there any channels where the mechanic shows his step by step thiught process in diagnostics before the final repair? Would be interesting to watch.","c_root_id_A":"gvv3j1p","c_root_id_B":"gvv2uev","created_at_utc_A":1619387698,"created_at_utc_B":1619387365,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Eric O over at South Main Auto is a given.  You might also like EricTheCarGuy and Faye Hadley, too.","human_ref_B":"M539 restorations is an absolute boss. Especially if you like bmw","labels":1,"seconds_difference":333.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"myejzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"YouTube channel of a mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars? Instead of straight jumping from problem to solution, are there any channels where the mechanic shows his step by step thiught process in diagnostics before the final repair? Would be interesting to watch.","c_root_id_A":"gvv08ct","c_root_id_B":"gvuus9m","created_at_utc_A":1619386092,"created_at_utc_B":1619383501,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"South main auto","human_ref_B":"Jumping on the South Main Auto train. He's funny and shares every step he takes, even when it doesn't go so well.  Others have said Scotty Kilmer is bad, and he is, but he's entertaining at least.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2591.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"myejzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"YouTube channel of a mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars? Instead of straight jumping from problem to solution, are there any channels where the mechanic shows his step by step thiught process in diagnostics before the final repair? Would be interesting to watch.","c_root_id_A":"gvwpa62","c_root_id_B":"gvvu8ha","created_at_utc_A":1619424492,"created_at_utc_B":1619402165,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Edd China (him off of Wheeler Dealers) has a good and very popular channel:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/TheEddChina  ​  Soup Classic Motoring shows a lot of repairs etc. in fantastic detail:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/TheeKookTube  Although he's not (currently) doing a lot of mechanical or electrical work I'm sure he'll get around to some.","human_ref_B":"Fix It Angel makes very specific but detailed videos on how to replace certain stuff in specific models of car. he usually shows his diagnostic process as well","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22327.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"myejzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"YouTube channel of a mechanic diagnosing and repairing cars? Instead of straight jumping from problem to solution, are there any channels where the mechanic shows his step by step thiught process in diagnostics before the final repair? Would be interesting to watch.","c_root_id_A":"gvwpa62","c_root_id_B":"gvvx7mi","created_at_utc_A":1619424492,"created_at_utc_B":1619403862,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Edd China (him off of Wheeler Dealers) has a good and very popular channel:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/TheEddChina  ​  Soup Classic Motoring shows a lot of repairs etc. in fantastic detail:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/TheeKookTube  Although he's not (currently) doing a lot of mechanical or electrical work I'm sure he'll get around to some.","human_ref_B":"the savage garage,, a uk dude just repairs cars at home, helped me doing my vectra, a chill guy explaining everything he does","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20630.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"oze47z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Mechanic is holding truck hostage, and refuses payment, what can we do? Hello, fellow car guys, this is my first post on here because I need some advice. if post isn't allowed please delete. So about a year ago, my brother gave his truck to a mechanic to do a 350 swap on his square body, one year later and a lot of hassle, and the truck is still not finished, so my brother told him he would just like his truck back. they agreed on a price of $1500 and he told him to come in 2 weeks' time to pay for it.  My brother went today after 2 weeks to pay for the truck and the man refused payment, proceeded to start cursing at him, and threatening to \"F\\*ck you and your friend up right now\" all in front of his 6-year-old son, and then told my brother to \"Get the F\\*ck out of my shop or I'm calling the police\" as well as threatened to put a mechanics lien out on the truck and sell it.  So my brother went to the police and they basically said that if he puts the mechanic lien on the truck there is nothing they can do. So is there anything we can do? my brother has tried paying him multiple times to no avail, and the man seems to be too hot-headed to have a simple conversation with.   For more context, We are in British Columbia, Canada.  The mechanic and my brother have disliked each other for a while which is why he was so hostile, because my brother has been upset with him in the past for buying parts for the truck without telling him, and going over the budget because of that. If he wanted to buy extra parts and go over the agreed-upon amount, he needs to ask my brother first instead of just doing it.  They had agreed upon an amount of $2000 to do a 305 to a 350 swap, he said it would be done in 2 months, after a year of waiting my brother was fed up with him, especially because he never finished the work, and now the mechanic is threatening my brother and refusing to take his money or allowing him to take his truck back, essentially holding his truck hostage.   So if anyone knows what can be done about it or have any advice at all that would be very appreciated thank you!","c_root_id_A":"h7z5f75","c_root_id_B":"h7z8lun","created_at_utc_A":1628280703,"created_at_utc_B":1628282125,"score_A":14,"score_B":30,"human_ref_A":"I think for mechanics lien to be placed, it has to be signed at the time of service intake. When you take your car into the shop you have to sign a document stating that you will pay the bill, otherwise the mechanic has the option to sell a vehicle to reclaim any lost monies. But I'm not on the percent sure about that. That sounds like you need actual legal advice.  Has the work actually been done? Some of it? Sounds like the mechanic is covering for something. Maybe he was short on funds and sold the 350. Has anybody actually put eyes on the truck? There's something fishy going on here.","human_ref_B":"It would be pointless for mechanic to do a lein. It states that he intends on taking possession if no one objects for 30 days.  If your brother objects...lein invalid immediately","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1422.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
{"post_id":"oze47z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Mechanic is holding truck hostage, and refuses payment, what can we do? Hello, fellow car guys, this is my first post on here because I need some advice. if post isn't allowed please delete. So about a year ago, my brother gave his truck to a mechanic to do a 350 swap on his square body, one year later and a lot of hassle, and the truck is still not finished, so my brother told him he would just like his truck back. they agreed on a price of $1500 and he told him to come in 2 weeks' time to pay for it.  My brother went today after 2 weeks to pay for the truck and the man refused payment, proceeded to start cursing at him, and threatening to \"F\\*ck you and your friend up right now\" all in front of his 6-year-old son, and then told my brother to \"Get the F\\*ck out of my shop or I'm calling the police\" as well as threatened to put a mechanics lien out on the truck and sell it.  So my brother went to the police and they basically said that if he puts the mechanic lien on the truck there is nothing they can do. So is there anything we can do? my brother has tried paying him multiple times to no avail, and the man seems to be too hot-headed to have a simple conversation with.   For more context, We are in British Columbia, Canada.  The mechanic and my brother have disliked each other for a while which is why he was so hostile, because my brother has been upset with him in the past for buying parts for the truck without telling him, and going over the budget because of that. If he wanted to buy extra parts and go over the agreed-upon amount, he needs to ask my brother first instead of just doing it.  They had agreed upon an amount of $2000 to do a 305 to a 350 swap, he said it would be done in 2 months, after a year of waiting my brother was fed up with him, especially because he never finished the work, and now the mechanic is threatening my brother and refusing to take his money or allowing him to take his truck back, essentially holding his truck hostage.   So if anyone knows what can be done about it or have any advice at all that would be very appreciated thank you!","c_root_id_A":"h7z8lun","c_root_id_B":"h7z56kq","created_at_utc_A":1628282125,"created_at_utc_B":1628280597,"score_A":30,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It would be pointless for mechanic to do a lein. It states that he intends on taking possession if no one objects for 30 days.  If your brother objects...lein invalid immediately","human_ref_B":"Grab a spare key and go \"Steal\" your shit back or report it as stolen maybe? Had a friend that was buddies with the local tow guy and he went and towed his car just off the mechanics lot where the owner then proceeded to drive away.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1528.0,"score_ratio":15.0}
{"post_id":"oze47z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Mechanic is holding truck hostage, and refuses payment, what can we do? Hello, fellow car guys, this is my first post on here because I need some advice. if post isn't allowed please delete. So about a year ago, my brother gave his truck to a mechanic to do a 350 swap on his square body, one year later and a lot of hassle, and the truck is still not finished, so my brother told him he would just like his truck back. they agreed on a price of $1500 and he told him to come in 2 weeks' time to pay for it.  My brother went today after 2 weeks to pay for the truck and the man refused payment, proceeded to start cursing at him, and threatening to \"F\\*ck you and your friend up right now\" all in front of his 6-year-old son, and then told my brother to \"Get the F\\*ck out of my shop or I'm calling the police\" as well as threatened to put a mechanics lien out on the truck and sell it.  So my brother went to the police and they basically said that if he puts the mechanic lien on the truck there is nothing they can do. So is there anything we can do? my brother has tried paying him multiple times to no avail, and the man seems to be too hot-headed to have a simple conversation with.   For more context, We are in British Columbia, Canada.  The mechanic and my brother have disliked each other for a while which is why he was so hostile, because my brother has been upset with him in the past for buying parts for the truck without telling him, and going over the budget because of that. If he wanted to buy extra parts and go over the agreed-upon amount, he needs to ask my brother first instead of just doing it.  They had agreed upon an amount of $2000 to do a 305 to a 350 swap, he said it would be done in 2 months, after a year of waiting my brother was fed up with him, especially because he never finished the work, and now the mechanic is threatening my brother and refusing to take his money or allowing him to take his truck back, essentially holding his truck hostage.   So if anyone knows what can be done about it or have any advice at all that would be very appreciated thank you!","c_root_id_A":"h7z5f75","c_root_id_B":"h7z56kq","created_at_utc_A":1628280703,"created_at_utc_B":1628280597,"score_A":14,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I think for mechanics lien to be placed, it has to be signed at the time of service intake. When you take your car into the shop you have to sign a document stating that you will pay the bill, otherwise the mechanic has the option to sell a vehicle to reclaim any lost monies. But I'm not on the percent sure about that. That sounds like you need actual legal advice.  Has the work actually been done? Some of it? Sounds like the mechanic is covering for something. Maybe he was short on funds and sold the 350. Has anybody actually put eyes on the truck? There's something fishy going on here.","human_ref_B":"Grab a spare key and go \"Steal\" your shit back or report it as stolen maybe? Had a friend that was buddies with the local tow guy and he went and towed his car just off the mechanics lot where the owner then proceeded to drive away.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":106.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"oze47z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Mechanic is holding truck hostage, and refuses payment, what can we do? Hello, fellow car guys, this is my first post on here because I need some advice. if post isn't allowed please delete. So about a year ago, my brother gave his truck to a mechanic to do a 350 swap on his square body, one year later and a lot of hassle, and the truck is still not finished, so my brother told him he would just like his truck back. they agreed on a price of $1500 and he told him to come in 2 weeks' time to pay for it.  My brother went today after 2 weeks to pay for the truck and the man refused payment, proceeded to start cursing at him, and threatening to \"F\\*ck you and your friend up right now\" all in front of his 6-year-old son, and then told my brother to \"Get the F\\*ck out of my shop or I'm calling the police\" as well as threatened to put a mechanics lien out on the truck and sell it.  So my brother went to the police and they basically said that if he puts the mechanic lien on the truck there is nothing they can do. So is there anything we can do? my brother has tried paying him multiple times to no avail, and the man seems to be too hot-headed to have a simple conversation with.   For more context, We are in British Columbia, Canada.  The mechanic and my brother have disliked each other for a while which is why he was so hostile, because my brother has been upset with him in the past for buying parts for the truck without telling him, and going over the budget because of that. If he wanted to buy extra parts and go over the agreed-upon amount, he needs to ask my brother first instead of just doing it.  They had agreed upon an amount of $2000 to do a 305 to a 350 swap, he said it would be done in 2 months, after a year of waiting my brother was fed up with him, especially because he never finished the work, and now the mechanic is threatening my brother and refusing to take his money or allowing him to take his truck back, essentially holding his truck hostage.   So if anyone knows what can be done about it or have any advice at all that would be very appreciated thank you!","c_root_id_A":"h7zrudn","c_root_id_B":"h7z56kq","created_at_utc_A":1628291005,"created_at_utc_B":1628280597,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Lawyer up.  The lawyer will tell you what kind of evidence to gather and possibly to video and audio record the next visit.","human_ref_B":"Grab a spare key and go \"Steal\" your shit back or report it as stolen maybe? Had a friend that was buddies with the local tow guy and he went and towed his car just off the mechanics lot where the owner then proceeded to drive away.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10408.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"oze47z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Mechanic is holding truck hostage, and refuses payment, what can we do? Hello, fellow car guys, this is my first post on here because I need some advice. if post isn't allowed please delete. So about a year ago, my brother gave his truck to a mechanic to do a 350 swap on his square body, one year later and a lot of hassle, and the truck is still not finished, so my brother told him he would just like his truck back. they agreed on a price of $1500 and he told him to come in 2 weeks' time to pay for it.  My brother went today after 2 weeks to pay for the truck and the man refused payment, proceeded to start cursing at him, and threatening to \"F\\*ck you and your friend up right now\" all in front of his 6-year-old son, and then told my brother to \"Get the F\\*ck out of my shop or I'm calling the police\" as well as threatened to put a mechanics lien out on the truck and sell it.  So my brother went to the police and they basically said that if he puts the mechanic lien on the truck there is nothing they can do. So is there anything we can do? my brother has tried paying him multiple times to no avail, and the man seems to be too hot-headed to have a simple conversation with.   For more context, We are in British Columbia, Canada.  The mechanic and my brother have disliked each other for a while which is why he was so hostile, because my brother has been upset with him in the past for buying parts for the truck without telling him, and going over the budget because of that. If he wanted to buy extra parts and go over the agreed-upon amount, he needs to ask my brother first instead of just doing it.  They had agreed upon an amount of $2000 to do a 305 to a 350 swap, he said it would be done in 2 months, after a year of waiting my brother was fed up with him, especially because he never finished the work, and now the mechanic is threatening my brother and refusing to take his money or allowing him to take his truck back, essentially holding his truck hostage.   So if anyone knows what can be done about it or have any advice at all that would be very appreciated thank you!","c_root_id_A":"h7zrudn","c_root_id_B":"h7zqjdz","created_at_utc_A":1628291005,"created_at_utc_B":1628290368,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Lawyer up.  The lawyer will tell you what kind of evidence to gather and possibly to video and audio record the next visit.","human_ref_B":"Report it stolen?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":637.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqoc8z","c_root_id_B":"izqwlok","created_at_utc_A":1670728583,"created_at_utc_B":1670732867,"score_A":20,"score_B":43,"human_ref_A":"Im going to find out.  Drives into the sunset.","human_ref_B":"The initial question of whether you know how to drive stick wouldn\u2019t bother me much.  The \u201care you sure?\u201d  would definitely piss me off though.    A plain response is probably something like:  \u201cUm yeah not my first time and won\u2019t be my last.\u201d    Another plain response:  \u201cGuess you\u2019ll find out if I money shift on the way back right?\u201d   Slightly more annoyed: \u201cI\u2019m sure you ask all the WRX guys the same question right?\u201d   Even more annoyed:  \u201cYeah I\u2019m sure I know how to drive stick.  Maybe you should concentrate on your job and I\u2019ll do mine.\u201d  If you want snarky\/sarcastic you can say, \u201cWow you must be a killer mechanic because I *never* would\u2019ve known what that third pedal is for.\u201d    Maximum annoyed:  \u201cI\u2019ve driven stick more times than you\u2019ve been laid, but that\u2019s not saying much\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4284.0,"score_ratio":2.15}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqwlok","c_root_id_B":"izqto3y","created_at_utc_A":1670732867,"created_at_utc_B":1670731377,"score_A":43,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"The initial question of whether you know how to drive stick wouldn\u2019t bother me much.  The \u201care you sure?\u201d  would definitely piss me off though.    A plain response is probably something like:  \u201cUm yeah not my first time and won\u2019t be my last.\u201d    Another plain response:  \u201cGuess you\u2019ll find out if I money shift on the way back right?\u201d   Slightly more annoyed: \u201cI\u2019m sure you ask all the WRX guys the same question right?\u201d   Even more annoyed:  \u201cYeah I\u2019m sure I know how to drive stick.  Maybe you should concentrate on your job and I\u2019ll do mine.\u201d  If you want snarky\/sarcastic you can say, \u201cWow you must be a killer mechanic because I *never* would\u2019ve known what that third pedal is for.\u201d    Maximum annoyed:  \u201cI\u2019ve driven stick more times than you\u2019ve been laid, but that\u2019s not saying much\u201d","human_ref_B":"\"Sure, I learned on tractors with no synchros. Cars are easy\". Or \" of course, do you ?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1490.0,"score_ratio":2.3888888889}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqunte","c_root_id_B":"izqwlok","created_at_utc_A":1670731859,"created_at_utc_B":1670732867,"score_A":11,"score_B":43,"human_ref_A":"For the record, the vast majority of Americans can't drive stick shift. It's possible that it has nothing to do with your gender.   I've got no problems being snarky for a response, but maybe don't take it so personally.","human_ref_B":"The initial question of whether you know how to drive stick wouldn\u2019t bother me much.  The \u201care you sure?\u201d  would definitely piss me off though.    A plain response is probably something like:  \u201cUm yeah not my first time and won\u2019t be my last.\u201d    Another plain response:  \u201cGuess you\u2019ll find out if I money shift on the way back right?\u201d   Slightly more annoyed: \u201cI\u2019m sure you ask all the WRX guys the same question right?\u201d   Even more annoyed:  \u201cYeah I\u2019m sure I know how to drive stick.  Maybe you should concentrate on your job and I\u2019ll do mine.\u201d  If you want snarky\/sarcastic you can say, \u201cWow you must be a killer mechanic because I *never* would\u2019ve known what that third pedal is for.\u201d    Maximum annoyed:  \u201cI\u2019ve driven stick more times than you\u2019ve been laid, but that\u2019s not saying much\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1008.0,"score_ratio":3.9090909091}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqwlok","c_root_id_B":"izqrhyq","created_at_utc_A":1670732867,"created_at_utc_B":1670730233,"score_A":43,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The initial question of whether you know how to drive stick wouldn\u2019t bother me much.  The \u201care you sure?\u201d  would definitely piss me off though.    A plain response is probably something like:  \u201cUm yeah not my first time and won\u2019t be my last.\u201d    Another plain response:  \u201cGuess you\u2019ll find out if I money shift on the way back right?\u201d   Slightly more annoyed: \u201cI\u2019m sure you ask all the WRX guys the same question right?\u201d   Even more annoyed:  \u201cYeah I\u2019m sure I know how to drive stick.  Maybe you should concentrate on your job and I\u2019ll do mine.\u201d  If you want snarky\/sarcastic you can say, \u201cWow you must be a killer mechanic because I *never* would\u2019ve known what that third pedal is for.\u201d    Maximum annoyed:  \u201cI\u2019ve driven stick more times than you\u2019ve been laid, but that\u2019s not saying much\u201d","human_ref_B":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2634.0,"score_ratio":21.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqrhyq","c_root_id_B":"izqto3y","created_at_utc_A":1670730233,"created_at_utc_B":1670731377,"score_A":2,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","human_ref_B":"\"Sure, I learned on tractors with no synchros. Cars are easy\". Or \" of course, do you ?\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1144.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqunte","c_root_id_B":"izqrhyq","created_at_utc_A":1670731859,"created_at_utc_B":1670730233,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"For the record, the vast majority of Americans can't drive stick shift. It's possible that it has nothing to do with your gender.   I've got no problems being snarky for a response, but maybe don't take it so personally.","human_ref_B":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1626.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr46zc","c_root_id_B":"izr2yil","created_at_utc_A":1670736849,"created_at_utc_B":1670736214,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Don't necessarily think of it as a sexist thing, I am a 44 year old man and most of the people in my life cannot.  I bought a car last year and the young lady selling it to me messaged me asking if I could drive manual and I just messaged her that I have converted three of my cars from auto to manual.  Another good reply is \"That's what I learned on.\"","human_ref_B":"> I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  You look at them as if they are a total idiot and in a total deadpan way say \"quite sure\". Then say nothing else just stare at them until they give you the keys.  Walk away without saying any kind of goodbye or anything like that.   If they choose to waste their time hoping that you are going to be unable to drive away, that's on them. You just drive away and don't look back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":635.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqrhyq","c_root_id_B":"izr46zc","created_at_utc_A":1670730233,"created_at_utc_B":1670736849,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","human_ref_B":"Don't necessarily think of it as a sexist thing, I am a 44 year old man and most of the people in my life cannot.  I bought a car last year and the young lady selling it to me messaged me asking if I could drive manual and I just messaged her that I have converted three of my cars from auto to manual.  Another good reply is \"That's what I learned on.\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6616.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr46zc","c_root_id_B":"izqzulp","created_at_utc_A":1670736849,"created_at_utc_B":1670734535,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Don't necessarily think of it as a sexist thing, I am a 44 year old man and most of the people in my life cannot.  I bought a car last year and the young lady selling it to me messaged me asking if I could drive manual and I just messaged her that I have converted three of my cars from auto to manual.  Another good reply is \"That's what I learned on.\"","human_ref_B":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2314.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr2yil","c_root_id_B":"izr3o97","created_at_utc_A":1670736214,"created_at_utc_B":1670736579,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"> I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  You look at them as if they are a total idiot and in a total deadpan way say \"quite sure\". Then say nothing else just stare at them until they give you the keys.  Walk away without saying any kind of goodbye or anything like that.   If they choose to waste their time hoping that you are going to be unable to drive away, that's on them. You just drive away and don't look back.","human_ref_B":"Are you going to the same mechanic shop? Do they not recognize you by now?    I'd try something like,  of course I can,  just like the last time you asked too.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":365.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr3o97","c_root_id_B":"izqrhyq","created_at_utc_A":1670736579,"created_at_utc_B":1670730233,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Are you going to the same mechanic shop? Do they not recognize you by now?    I'd try something like,  of course I can,  just like the last time you asked too.","human_ref_B":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6346.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr3o97","c_root_id_B":"izqzulp","created_at_utc_A":1670736579,"created_at_utc_B":1670734535,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Are you going to the same mechanic shop? Do they not recognize you by now?    I'd try something like,  of course I can,  just like the last time you asked too.","human_ref_B":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2044.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr2yil","c_root_id_B":"izrbhyw","created_at_utc_A":1670736214,"created_at_utc_B":1670741123,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"> I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  You look at them as if they are a total idiot and in a total deadpan way say \"quite sure\". Then say nothing else just stare at them until they give you the keys.  Walk away without saying any kind of goodbye or anything like that.   If they choose to waste their time hoping that you are going to be unable to drive away, that's on them. You just drive away and don't look back.","human_ref_B":"Am I rude for asking a valet driver if he could drive stick?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4909.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr4974","c_root_id_B":"izrbhyw","created_at_utc_A":1670736882,"created_at_utc_B":1670741123,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"\"Is that the kind that makes the loud grindy noise when you put it in gear?\"","human_ref_B":"Am I rude for asking a valet driver if he could drive stick?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4241.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izrbhyw","c_root_id_B":"izr87hj","created_at_utc_A":1670741123,"created_at_utc_B":1670739148,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Am I rude for asking a valet driver if he could drive stick?","human_ref_B":"I would go with \u201cyes, gigitty\u201d","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1975.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqrhyq","c_root_id_B":"izrbhyw","created_at_utc_A":1670730233,"created_at_utc_B":1670741123,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","human_ref_B":"Am I rude for asking a valet driver if he could drive stick?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10890.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqzulp","c_root_id_B":"izrbhyw","created_at_utc_A":1670734535,"created_at_utc_B":1670741123,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","human_ref_B":"Am I rude for asking a valet driver if he could drive stick?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6588.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izrbhyw","c_root_id_B":"izr9j3c","created_at_utc_A":1670741123,"created_at_utc_B":1670739903,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Am I rude for asking a valet driver if he could drive stick?","human_ref_B":"Feign ignorance, but make it painfully obvious. Really ham it up, cross your eyes, \"eRErERerr wHatS A tRAnsMisSIon?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1220.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr2yil","c_root_id_B":"izqrhyq","created_at_utc_A":1670736214,"created_at_utc_B":1670730233,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"> I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  You look at them as if they are a total idiot and in a total deadpan way say \"quite sure\". Then say nothing else just stare at them until they give you the keys.  Walk away without saying any kind of goodbye or anything like that.   If they choose to waste their time hoping that you are going to be unable to drive away, that's on them. You just drive away and don't look back.","human_ref_B":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5981.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqzulp","c_root_id_B":"izr2yil","created_at_utc_A":1670734535,"created_at_utc_B":1670736214,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","human_ref_B":"> I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  You look at them as if they are a total idiot and in a total deadpan way say \"quite sure\". Then say nothing else just stare at them until they give you the keys.  Walk away without saying any kind of goodbye or anything like that.   If they choose to waste their time hoping that you are going to be unable to drive away, that's on them. You just drive away and don't look back.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1679.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqrhyq","c_root_id_B":"izr4974","created_at_utc_A":1670730233,"created_at_utc_B":1670736882,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","human_ref_B":"\"Is that the kind that makes the loud grindy noise when you put it in gear?\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6649.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr4974","c_root_id_B":"izqzulp","created_at_utc_A":1670736882,"created_at_utc_B":1670734535,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"\"Is that the kind that makes the loud grindy noise when you put it in gear?\"","human_ref_B":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2347.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqrhyq","c_root_id_B":"izr87hj","created_at_utc_A":1670730233,"created_at_utc_B":1670739148,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","human_ref_B":"I would go with \u201cyes, gigitty\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8915.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqzulp","c_root_id_B":"izr87hj","created_at_utc_A":1670734535,"created_at_utc_B":1670739148,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","human_ref_B":"I would go with \u201cyes, gigitty\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4613.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izrzkvk","c_root_id_B":"izqrhyq","created_at_utc_A":1670761147,"created_at_utc_B":1670730233,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not all these dudes explaining to you it has nothing to do with gender \ud83d\ude44 (sorry I don\u2019t have a snappy answer ready but that would piss me off too)","human_ref_B":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":30914.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izqzulp","c_root_id_B":"izrzkvk","created_at_utc_A":1670734535,"created_at_utc_B":1670761147,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","human_ref_B":"Not all these dudes explaining to you it has nothing to do with gender \ud83d\ude44 (sorry I don\u2019t have a snappy answer ready but that would piss me off too)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26612.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izr9j3c","c_root_id_B":"izrzkvk","created_at_utc_A":1670739903,"created_at_utc_B":1670761147,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Feign ignorance, but make it painfully obvious. Really ham it up, cross your eyes, \"eRErERerr wHatS A tRAnsMisSIon?\"","human_ref_B":"Not all these dudes explaining to you it has nothing to do with gender \ud83d\ude44 (sorry I don\u2019t have a snappy answer ready but that would piss me off too)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21244.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izrzkvk","c_root_id_B":"izreo1u","created_at_utc_A":1670761147,"created_at_utc_B":1670743457,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not all these dudes explaining to you it has nothing to do with gender \ud83d\ude44 (sorry I don\u2019t have a snappy answer ready but that would piss me off too)","human_ref_B":"I would respond with a straight face, \"Yes, why? Do you have one you need me to move for you while I'm here?\" Other than that, understand that while I'm sure the gender part is what bothers you, they probably ask anyone young. I mean they see me, an old male, and they assume I can drive a 20-mule-team mining wagon. Which is just as insulting because I'm not that old as they are young. Just don't become a Karen about it or they won't take you seriously.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17690.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izrzkvk","c_root_id_B":"izrv3f8","created_at_utc_A":1670761147,"created_at_utc_B":1670757527,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not all these dudes explaining to you it has nothing to do with gender \ud83d\ude44 (sorry I don\u2019t have a snappy answer ready but that would piss me off too)","human_ref_B":"I only drive cars and trucks.  Never sticks.  Can you drive a rock?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3620.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izrzkvk","c_root_id_B":"izryguv","created_at_utc_A":1670761147,"created_at_utc_B":1670760321,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not all these dudes explaining to you it has nothing to do with gender \ud83d\ude44 (sorry I don\u2019t have a snappy answer ready but that would piss me off too)","human_ref_B":"\u201cWhy do you ask?\u201d  *folds arms, waits silently for the answer*","labels":1,"seconds_difference":826.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izs502j","c_root_id_B":"izqrhyq","created_at_utc_A":1670764470,"created_at_utc_B":1670730233,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get some joke business cards printed with some logo like from the \"manual gearbox preservation society\" and list yourself as a certified professional manual transmission driver.  It would definitely give some confused looks.","human_ref_B":"Answer:  I'm a driver, don't worry about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34237.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izs502j","c_root_id_B":"izqzulp","created_at_utc_A":1670764470,"created_at_utc_B":1670734535,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get some joke business cards printed with some logo like from the \"manual gearbox preservation society\" and list yourself as a certified professional manual transmission driver.  It would definitely give some confused looks.","human_ref_B":"If you don't want to be rude but still want to be sarcastic then when they ask if you are sure just say \"Well I guess we'll find out in a minute, where's the keys?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29935.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izs502j","c_root_id_B":"izr9j3c","created_at_utc_A":1670764470,"created_at_utc_B":1670739903,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get some joke business cards printed with some logo like from the \"manual gearbox preservation society\" and list yourself as a certified professional manual transmission driver.  It would definitely give some confused looks.","human_ref_B":"Feign ignorance, but make it painfully obvious. Really ham it up, cross your eyes, \"eRErERerr wHatS A tRAnsMisSIon?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24567.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izreo1u","c_root_id_B":"izs502j","created_at_utc_A":1670743457,"created_at_utc_B":1670764470,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would respond with a straight face, \"Yes, why? Do you have one you need me to move for you while I'm here?\" Other than that, understand that while I'm sure the gender part is what bothers you, they probably ask anyone young. I mean they see me, an old male, and they assume I can drive a 20-mule-team mining wagon. Which is just as insulting because I'm not that old as they are young. Just don't become a Karen about it or they won't take you seriously.","human_ref_B":"Get some joke business cards printed with some logo like from the \"manual gearbox preservation society\" and list yourself as a certified professional manual transmission driver.  It would definitely give some confused looks.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21013.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izs502j","c_root_id_B":"izrv3f8","created_at_utc_A":1670764470,"created_at_utc_B":1670757527,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get some joke business cards printed with some logo like from the \"manual gearbox preservation society\" and list yourself as a certified professional manual transmission driver.  It would definitely give some confused looks.","human_ref_B":"I only drive cars and trucks.  Never sticks.  Can you drive a rock?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6943.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zicozq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How should I answer the question \u201cdo you drive stick?\u201d? Hey, I\u2019m an early 30s woman who works at a used car dealership. I\u2019ve been driving stick for nearly half of my life.  Every single time I\u2019ve gone to a mechanic shop to pick up a vehicle that is stick shift, I am asked if I know how to drive it. And even after I say yes, they will often ask me if I\u2019m sure!  As if my boss would send me to pick up a car I can\u2019t drive\u2026 and as if I would lie to them even though they are going to watch me get in it and \u201ctry to leave\u201d (I mean, that\u2019s what they seem to think is going to happen! Hah).   I need some good replies to make them realize how rude those questions are. I was thinking I could maybe turn it around and ask them, and then offer to get it from where it\u2019s currently parked so they don\u2019t have to find someone at their shop who *can* drive it","c_root_id_A":"izryguv","c_root_id_B":"izs502j","created_at_utc_A":1670760321,"created_at_utc_B":1670764470,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\u201cWhy do you ask?\u201d  *folds arms, waits silently for the answer*","human_ref_B":"Get some joke business cards printed with some logo like from the \"manual gearbox preservation society\" and list yourself as a certified professional manual transmission driver.  It would definitely give some confused looks.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4149.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55t8as","c_root_id_B":"h55q7np","created_at_utc_A":1626275008,"created_at_utc_B":1626273635,"score_A":20,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Forget selling to end-customers!  You should get together a presentation and pitch it to Summit \/ Atech Motorsports.  They are the guys to buy in bulk.  Also talk to places like Turn14 and Jegs.  They are large.  They look great BTW.","human_ref_B":"Start making Ferrari \/ Porsche  \/ Mercedes engines & quadruple your pricing","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1373.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55g36u","c_root_id_B":"h55t8as","created_at_utc_A":1626268632,"created_at_utc_B":1626275008,"score_A":12,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"These are pretty cool, I'd consider listing on Etsy for better visibility","human_ref_B":"Forget selling to end-customers!  You should get together a presentation and pitch it to Summit \/ Atech Motorsports.  They are the guys to buy in bulk.  Also talk to places like Turn14 and Jegs.  They are large.  They look great BTW.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6376.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55t8as","c_root_id_B":"h55h924","created_at_utc_A":1626275008,"created_at_utc_B":1626269254,"score_A":20,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Forget selling to end-customers!  You should get together a presentation and pitch it to Summit \/ Atech Motorsports.  They are the guys to buy in bulk.  Also talk to places like Turn14 and Jegs.  They are large.  They look great BTW.","human_ref_B":"These are really cool! Are you going to expand to other manufacturers?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5754.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55t8as","c_root_id_B":"h55lbgb","created_at_utc_A":1626275008,"created_at_utc_B":1626271327,"score_A":20,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Forget selling to end-customers!  You should get together a presentation and pitch it to Summit \/ Atech Motorsports.  They are the guys to buy in bulk.  Also talk to places like Turn14 and Jegs.  They are large.  They look great BTW.","human_ref_B":"Awesome idea - good luck!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3681.0,"score_ratio":6.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55g36u","c_root_id_B":"h55q7np","created_at_utc_A":1626268632,"created_at_utc_B":1626273635,"score_A":12,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"These are pretty cool, I'd consider listing on Etsy for better visibility","human_ref_B":"Start making Ferrari \/ Porsche  \/ Mercedes engines & quadruple your pricing","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5003.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55h924","c_root_id_B":"h55q7np","created_at_utc_A":1626269254,"created_at_utc_B":1626273635,"score_A":6,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"These are really cool! Are you going to expand to other manufacturers?","human_ref_B":"Start making Ferrari \/ Porsche  \/ Mercedes engines & quadruple your pricing","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4381.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55lbgb","c_root_id_B":"h55q7np","created_at_utc_A":1626271327,"created_at_utc_B":1626273635,"score_A":3,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Awesome idea - good luck!","human_ref_B":"Start making Ferrari \/ Porsche  \/ Mercedes engines & quadruple your pricing","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2308.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55h924","c_root_id_B":"h55zz17","created_at_utc_A":1626269254,"created_at_utc_B":1626277960,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"These are really cool! Are you going to expand to other manufacturers?","human_ref_B":"Make a Miata NA one, r\/miata will go wild","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8706.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55zz17","c_root_id_B":"h55lbgb","created_at_utc_A":1626277960,"created_at_utc_B":1626271327,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Make a Miata NA one, r\/miata will go wild","human_ref_B":"Awesome idea - good luck!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6633.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h56lxs8","c_root_id_B":"h56xqnp","created_at_utc_A":1626287537,"created_at_utc_B":1626292831,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Oooo you should do an EJ25\/20","human_ref_B":"As a US Licensed Customs Broker, if you outsource these to China be careful for Section 301 Tariffs on plastic goods (if these are plastic). It can eat away 25%+ of your bottom line if you\u2019re not careful.  Also if you patent these be sure to register with CBP as you\u2019ll be seeing fakes in 1-2mo flooding the market.  Good luck!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5294.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h55lbgb","c_root_id_B":"h56xqnp","created_at_utc_A":1626271327,"created_at_utc_B":1626292831,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Awesome idea - good luck!","human_ref_B":"As a US Licensed Customs Broker, if you outsource these to China be careful for Section 301 Tariffs on plastic goods (if these are plastic). It can eat away 25%+ of your bottom line if you\u2019re not careful.  Also if you patent these be sure to register with CBP as you\u2019ll be seeing fakes in 1-2mo flooding the market.  Good luck!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21504.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h56xqnp","c_root_id_B":"h568m8x","created_at_utc_A":1626292831,"created_at_utc_B":1626281693,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As a US Licensed Customs Broker, if you outsource these to China be careful for Section 301 Tariffs on plastic goods (if these are plastic). It can eat away 25%+ of your bottom line if you\u2019re not careful.  Also if you patent these be sure to register with CBP as you\u2019ll be seeing fakes in 1-2mo flooding the market.  Good luck!","human_ref_B":"I'd go more jdm get something like an sr20, a jz or even a 13b if you can","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11138.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h56xqnp","c_root_id_B":"h56s23z","created_at_utc_A":1626292831,"created_at_utc_B":1626290305,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As a US Licensed Customs Broker, if you outsource these to China be careful for Section 301 Tariffs on plastic goods (if these are plastic). It can eat away 25%+ of your bottom line if you\u2019re not careful.  Also if you patent these be sure to register with CBP as you\u2019ll be seeing fakes in 1-2mo flooding the market.  Good luck!","human_ref_B":"If they're made of plastic I'd be more interested in the fridge magnet version.  You should find a way to make them out of metal or something durable if they're going to be key chains.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2526.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ok2ho0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I am starting a new business and wondering if car guys would like these engine block keychains? I have a 3D printer and got the idea to print some miniature engine blocks and turn them into keychains. I made a website and now have a store, but I dont know if or which car guys would actually want my products. Do you guys have any suggestions? https:\/\/sandscreations.company.site\/","c_root_id_A":"h574bi7","c_root_id_B":"h56s23z","created_at_utc_A":1626295741,"created_at_utc_B":1626290305,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Maybe look into resin printing for tsomething at this scale  Also I wouldn't want it as a keychain, but the magnet is a fun idea. Also maybe think about just selling bigger ones. I know if I had more printer time available I'd print one in a heartbeat.   Maybe when printer 5 and 6 arrive....","human_ref_B":"If they're made of plastic I'd be more interested in the fridge magnet version.  You should find a way to make them out of metal or something durable if they're going to be key chains.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5436.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iv4fc2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What really happens at 200k Mileage? Apparently most people told me that having 200k mileage on your car is bad and you must replace you engine for the sake of keeping your car maintained properly, but my car\u2019s at 200k and no problem hasn\u2019t occurred yet, should I be concerned or take their advice?","c_root_id_A":"g5oystx","c_root_id_B":"g5ozji7","created_at_utc_A":1600429786,"created_at_utc_B":1600430381,"score_A":27,"score_B":147,"human_ref_A":"If someone tells you to put a new engine into your still working car they are taking your wallet for a ride.   Some cars run 100k (looking at you bmw), and some cars run 500k without a single oil change(they dont please change your oil regularly this is a joke). Its honestly all up to luck, the quality of the car, the maintenance, and how its used.  Generally an ounce of prevention is worth a pound if cure. If you take good care of it it will run well for a long time. Just stay up to date with the maintenance. If it needs a new engine you might awell get a new A new car.  Most cars at 200k + have alot more wear on them than just an engine. Suspension, rust, transmission, various fluids, ECU's etc. Alot of plastic bits like engine mounts crack. Unless its in superb condition its not worth dumping money into.   Also there's a difference between city and highway miles. 200,000 highway miles are like 10% of the ware that 200,000 city miles are.  Overall alot of factors determine the wear level on a car. It's use on a daily basis. Its age. Its construction quality.   Hope this helps a bit.","human_ref_B":"Anyone who says you need an engine automatically at any interval has no idea what they're talking about, feel free to ignore their automotive advice.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":595.0,"score_ratio":5.4444444444}
{"post_id":"iv4fc2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What really happens at 200k Mileage? Apparently most people told me that having 200k mileage on your car is bad and you must replace you engine for the sake of keeping your car maintained properly, but my car\u2019s at 200k and no problem hasn\u2019t occurred yet, should I be concerned or take their advice?","c_root_id_A":"g5p1n5r","c_root_id_B":"g5p275r","created_at_utc_A":1600431962,"created_at_utc_B":1600432362,"score_A":5,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ve personally seen car with 300k and 400k km. Well built engine will last, but you will have to replace other parts, such as bushes, suspension parts, fluids etc... You may end up needing an engine overhaul, but unless the overhaul is more expensive than the engine, you shouldn\u2019t need to change one.","human_ref_B":"Toyotas and Hondas are just getting started at 200k.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":400.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"iv4fc2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What really happens at 200k Mileage? Apparently most people told me that having 200k mileage on your car is bad and you must replace you engine for the sake of keeping your car maintained properly, but my car\u2019s at 200k and no problem hasn\u2019t occurred yet, should I be concerned or take their advice?","c_root_id_A":"g5p3nha","c_root_id_B":"g5p1n5r","created_at_utc_A":1600433372,"created_at_utc_B":1600431962,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The number of miles isn\u2019t a very good way to judge the condition of the car. A vehicle thats been driven in the city for 200k has about 3 times the hours of use as a car thats been driven on the highway 200k. Not to mention the car driven in the city has to deal with pot holes, curbs, causing more wear on the suspension. More frequent acceleration\/decelerations wearing the transmission and brakes.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve personally seen car with 300k and 400k km. Well built engine will last, but you will have to replace other parts, such as bushes, suspension parts, fluids etc... You may end up needing an engine overhaul, but unless the overhaul is more expensive than the engine, you shouldn\u2019t need to change one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1410.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"iv4fc2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What really happens at 200k Mileage? Apparently most people told me that having 200k mileage on your car is bad and you must replace you engine for the sake of keeping your car maintained properly, but my car\u2019s at 200k and no problem hasn\u2019t occurred yet, should I be concerned or take their advice?","c_root_id_A":"g5p9zgz","c_root_id_B":"g5p1n5r","created_at_utc_A":1600437225,"created_at_utc_B":1600431962,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I had an old Jeep Wrangler with the 4.0 liter 6 and sold it with 378,000 mikes. Original transmission and motor.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve personally seen car with 300k and 400k km. Well built engine will last, but you will have to replace other parts, such as bushes, suspension parts, fluids etc... You may end up needing an engine overhaul, but unless the overhaul is more expensive than the engine, you shouldn\u2019t need to change one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5263.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"iv4fc2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What really happens at 200k Mileage? Apparently most people told me that having 200k mileage on your car is bad and you must replace you engine for the sake of keeping your car maintained properly, but my car\u2019s at 200k and no problem hasn\u2019t occurred yet, should I be concerned or take their advice?","c_root_id_A":"g5p6i48","c_root_id_B":"g5p9zgz","created_at_utc_A":1600435203,"created_at_utc_B":1600437225,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"That is kind of like saying everyone needs a heart replacement at 72 years of age or some other arbitrary point.    There is no denying that vehicles age and wear out with time and mileage - but there are a lot of exceptions and a lot of other factors at play.","human_ref_B":"I had an old Jeep Wrangler with the 4.0 liter 6 and sold it with 378,000 mikes. Original transmission and motor.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2022.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"iv4fc2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What really happens at 200k Mileage? Apparently most people told me that having 200k mileage on your car is bad and you must replace you engine for the sake of keeping your car maintained properly, but my car\u2019s at 200k and no problem hasn\u2019t occurred yet, should I be concerned or take their advice?","c_root_id_A":"g5p6i48","c_root_id_B":"g5pg5o9","created_at_utc_A":1600435203,"created_at_utc_B":1600440557,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"That is kind of like saying everyone needs a heart replacement at 72 years of age or some other arbitrary point.    There is no denying that vehicles age and wear out with time and mileage - but there are a lot of exceptions and a lot of other factors at play.","human_ref_B":"My dad had a 99 or 2000 Chrysler mini van that he reset the odometer on at 500k. With just basic maintenance and the occasional repair. Ball joints, sensors, etc.   When he gave the van away to a friend who needed a car, It had like 660k on the *original, not-rebuilt engine and transmission* and it still ran fine.   How long anything lasts, depends entirely on how well you treat it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5354.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hoki3k9","c_root_id_B":"hokqw3w","created_at_utc_A":1639520912,"created_at_utc_B":1639524715,"score_A":10,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"The way I started was to drag an old beat up VW Beetle home, and then I started wrenching on it with the help from a workshop manual. My prior knowledge was limited to rc cars, but   I learnt by doing. Youtube and reliable internet was still a few years away back then. Now you can of course learn a lot online. There are loads of great content on youtube. Scotty Kilmer has a lot of great videos that usually regards a lot of different cars. There was also a VW club nearby. On the weekly meetups I would go there to ask the older guys all the questions I could think of. Nothing is better than advice from somebody who has years of firsthand experience. The older guys usually think it is very fun when younger people is interested in these old things. There is a lot of nice people in the car community and we often help each other out. Going to car shows as the previoys commenter mentioned is also a very good place to start. And it is very fun.","human_ref_B":"I think what is important is that you be careful about who you get the info from. There are a lot of comments here on reddit that get made in the repair sections that are just about 200% false. the tips I can give you are, nothing in a bottle will repair anything. No such thing as fixing something with some kind of goop. Lucas products are useless and just hurt things as does most snake oil like seafoam that is just meant to profit the company because it is trendy at the moment. These products have a place and can be used for some things but 99.9% of the time that isn't the way to go. The right way will just about ALWAYS fix the problem. And never rig anything, just get the right parts and do it correctly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3803.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hok9set","c_root_id_B":"hokqw3w","created_at_utc_A":1639517480,"created_at_utc_B":1639524715,"score_A":5,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"The way i got into it was going to shows.  Find your local cars and coffee events, hot rod shows, jdm meets whatever is around and go in person.  Its way more fun and engaging to see the stuff in real life and owners of cars love nothing more then to talk about their ride.  Any questions you have they will love to answer.  When you see a car that piques your interest right it down and research it when you get home.","human_ref_B":"I think what is important is that you be careful about who you get the info from. There are a lot of comments here on reddit that get made in the repair sections that are just about 200% false. the tips I can give you are, nothing in a bottle will repair anything. No such thing as fixing something with some kind of goop. Lucas products are useless and just hurt things as does most snake oil like seafoam that is just meant to profit the company because it is trendy at the moment. These products have a place and can be used for some things but 99.9% of the time that isn't the way to go. The right way will just about ALWAYS fix the problem. And never rig anything, just get the right parts and do it correctly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7235.0,"score_ratio":4.4}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hokos8z","c_root_id_B":"hokqw3w","created_at_utc_A":1639523781,"created_at_utc_B":1639524715,"score_A":2,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"YouTube for most things I'm going to get into before getting into it, then forums when something in the yt video isn't clear","human_ref_B":"I think what is important is that you be careful about who you get the info from. There are a lot of comments here on reddit that get made in the repair sections that are just about 200% false. the tips I can give you are, nothing in a bottle will repair anything. No such thing as fixing something with some kind of goop. Lucas products are useless and just hurt things as does most snake oil like seafoam that is just meant to profit the company because it is trendy at the moment. These products have a place and can be used for some things but 99.9% of the time that isn't the way to go. The right way will just about ALWAYS fix the problem. And never rig anything, just get the right parts and do it correctly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":934.0,"score_ratio":11.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hokqw3w","c_root_id_B":"hokqi9z","created_at_utc_A":1639524715,"created_at_utc_B":1639524544,"score_A":22,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I think what is important is that you be careful about who you get the info from. There are a lot of comments here on reddit that get made in the repair sections that are just about 200% false. the tips I can give you are, nothing in a bottle will repair anything. No such thing as fixing something with some kind of goop. Lucas products are useless and just hurt things as does most snake oil like seafoam that is just meant to profit the company because it is trendy at the moment. These products have a place and can be used for some things but 99.9% of the time that isn't the way to go. The right way will just about ALWAYS fix the problem. And never rig anything, just get the right parts and do it correctly.","human_ref_B":"Watch every video this guy posts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":171.0,"score_ratio":11.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hoki3k9","c_root_id_B":"hok9set","created_at_utc_A":1639520912,"created_at_utc_B":1639517480,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The way I started was to drag an old beat up VW Beetle home, and then I started wrenching on it with the help from a workshop manual. My prior knowledge was limited to rc cars, but   I learnt by doing. Youtube and reliable internet was still a few years away back then. Now you can of course learn a lot online. There are loads of great content on youtube. Scotty Kilmer has a lot of great videos that usually regards a lot of different cars. There was also a VW club nearby. On the weekly meetups I would go there to ask the older guys all the questions I could think of. Nothing is better than advice from somebody who has years of firsthand experience. The older guys usually think it is very fun when younger people is interested in these old things. There is a lot of nice people in the car community and we often help each other out. Going to car shows as the previoys commenter mentioned is also a very good place to start. And it is very fun.","human_ref_B":"The way i got into it was going to shows.  Find your local cars and coffee events, hot rod shows, jdm meets whatever is around and go in person.  Its way more fun and engaging to see the stuff in real life and owners of cars love nothing more then to talk about their ride.  Any questions you have they will love to answer.  When you see a car that piques your interest right it down and research it when you get home.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3432.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hoku3dk","c_root_id_B":"hok9set","created_at_utc_A":1639526154,"created_at_utc_B":1639517480,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Not a stupid question or comment at all.  I am 43 and started when I was a little younger than you.  I actually started with small engines that my dad bought at auctions and made them run.  While you are in high school look into taking an auto maintenance class some semester.  That did a lot toward teaching me the basics.  If you get a car to start learning I advise that you get both a Chilton's and a Hayne's manual.  Chilton has more technical info such as wiring and vacuum diagrams as well as torque specs.  Haynes has better info for taking things apart.  Don't forget about the internet. Youtube is a good source because someone has made a video about your problem.  Look into internet forums too.  You will find lots of people that have been dealing with your car's problems for years.  Just about any car has an enthusiast forum.  Also learn to take pictures of stuff before disassembly and during.  That will help you get it back together quickly.  Learn small and slow.  Research is highly important.","human_ref_B":"The way i got into it was going to shows.  Find your local cars and coffee events, hot rod shows, jdm meets whatever is around and go in person.  Its way more fun and engaging to see the stuff in real life and owners of cars love nothing more then to talk about their ride.  Any questions you have they will love to answer.  When you see a car that piques your interest right it down and research it when you get home.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8674.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hokos8z","c_root_id_B":"hoku3dk","created_at_utc_A":1639523781,"created_at_utc_B":1639526154,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"YouTube for most things I'm going to get into before getting into it, then forums when something in the yt video isn't clear","human_ref_B":"Not a stupid question or comment at all.  I am 43 and started when I was a little younger than you.  I actually started with small engines that my dad bought at auctions and made them run.  While you are in high school look into taking an auto maintenance class some semester.  That did a lot toward teaching me the basics.  If you get a car to start learning I advise that you get both a Chilton's and a Hayne's manual.  Chilton has more technical info such as wiring and vacuum diagrams as well as torque specs.  Haynes has better info for taking things apart.  Don't forget about the internet. Youtube is a good source because someone has made a video about your problem.  Look into internet forums too.  You will find lots of people that have been dealing with your car's problems for years.  Just about any car has an enthusiast forum.  Also learn to take pictures of stuff before disassembly and during.  That will help you get it back together quickly.  Learn small and slow.  Research is highly important.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2373.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hokqi9z","c_root_id_B":"hoku3dk","created_at_utc_A":1639524544,"created_at_utc_B":1639526154,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Watch every video this guy posts.","human_ref_B":"Not a stupid question or comment at all.  I am 43 and started when I was a little younger than you.  I actually started with small engines that my dad bought at auctions and made them run.  While you are in high school look into taking an auto maintenance class some semester.  That did a lot toward teaching me the basics.  If you get a car to start learning I advise that you get both a Chilton's and a Hayne's manual.  Chilton has more technical info such as wiring and vacuum diagrams as well as torque specs.  Haynes has better info for taking things apart.  Don't forget about the internet. Youtube is a good source because someone has made a video about your problem.  Look into internet forums too.  You will find lots of people that have been dealing with your car's problems for years.  Just about any car has an enthusiast forum.  Also learn to take pictures of stuff before disassembly and during.  That will help you get it back together quickly.  Learn small and slow.  Research is highly important.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1610.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hoku3dk","c_root_id_B":"hoktflu","created_at_utc_A":1639526154,"created_at_utc_B":1639525858,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not a stupid question or comment at all.  I am 43 and started when I was a little younger than you.  I actually started with small engines that my dad bought at auctions and made them run.  While you are in high school look into taking an auto maintenance class some semester.  That did a lot toward teaching me the basics.  If you get a car to start learning I advise that you get both a Chilton's and a Hayne's manual.  Chilton has more technical info such as wiring and vacuum diagrams as well as torque specs.  Haynes has better info for taking things apart.  Don't forget about the internet. Youtube is a good source because someone has made a video about your problem.  Look into internet forums too.  You will find lots of people that have been dealing with your car's problems for years.  Just about any car has an enthusiast forum.  Also learn to take pictures of stuff before disassembly and during.  That will help you get it back together quickly.  Learn small and slow.  Research is highly important.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m from Ontario as well. Depending on where, there\u2019s tons of car shows in the Toronto area. In Niagara where I\u2019m from, a lot of people meet nightly in parking lots and just hang out with their cars. Find those people.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":296.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hol014j","c_root_id_B":"hokos8z","created_at_utc_A":1639528873,"created_at_utc_B":1639523781,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I learned from car porn, car blogs, talking to friends and wrenching on my own car.   I'd say one big step would be to make your first car an enthusiast car that requires you to work on it. Not necessarily a fast car, but like an 80s diesel Benz or fox body mustang. Something easy to work on and that will require repairs. Or a car you're going to mod to hell and back like a 90s Honda or Jeep XJ. You need experience turning a wrench more than anything young blood.  Check out jalopnik and the truth about cars. Follow Doug Demuro and Regular Car Reviews on YouTube. Hagerty has some cool videos as well.","human_ref_B":"YouTube for most things I'm going to get into before getting into it, then forums when something in the yt video isn't clear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5092.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hol014j","c_root_id_B":"hokqi9z","created_at_utc_A":1639528873,"created_at_utc_B":1639524544,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I learned from car porn, car blogs, talking to friends and wrenching on my own car.   I'd say one big step would be to make your first car an enthusiast car that requires you to work on it. Not necessarily a fast car, but like an 80s diesel Benz or fox body mustang. Something easy to work on and that will require repairs. Or a car you're going to mod to hell and back like a 90s Honda or Jeep XJ. You need experience turning a wrench more than anything young blood.  Check out jalopnik and the truth about cars. Follow Doug Demuro and Regular Car Reviews on YouTube. Hagerty has some cool videos as well.","human_ref_B":"Watch every video this guy posts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4329.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hoktflu","c_root_id_B":"hol014j","created_at_utc_A":1639525858,"created_at_utc_B":1639528873,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m from Ontario as well. Depending on where, there\u2019s tons of car shows in the Toronto area. In Niagara where I\u2019m from, a lot of people meet nightly in parking lots and just hang out with their cars. Find those people.","human_ref_B":"I learned from car porn, car blogs, talking to friends and wrenching on my own car.   I'd say one big step would be to make your first car an enthusiast car that requires you to work on it. Not necessarily a fast car, but like an 80s diesel Benz or fox body mustang. Something easy to work on and that will require repairs. Or a car you're going to mod to hell and back like a 90s Honda or Jeep XJ. You need experience turning a wrench more than anything young blood.  Check out jalopnik and the truth about cars. Follow Doug Demuro and Regular Car Reviews on YouTube. Hagerty has some cool videos as well.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3015.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hokos8z","c_root_id_B":"holgf6m","created_at_utc_A":1639523781,"created_at_utc_B":1639536316,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"YouTube for most things I'm going to get into before getting into it, then forums when something in the yt video isn't clear","human_ref_B":"Best way is to buy a $1000 shitbox, and when it breaks fix it. Watch YouTube. In the end if you mess it up it\u2019s not like it\u2019s an expensive car. Also older cars are generally easier to work on. Start with small things like oil changes, air filter, checking all your fluids, checking your air in your tires. Then you can start on somewhat bigger things like brakes, spark plugs, struts\/ shocks. Read the owners manual of your car. Buy a chilton\/ Haynes manual for your car. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12535.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"hokqi9z","c_root_id_B":"holgf6m","created_at_utc_A":1639524544,"created_at_utc_B":1639536316,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Watch every video this guy posts.","human_ref_B":"Best way is to buy a $1000 shitbox, and when it breaks fix it. Watch YouTube. In the end if you mess it up it\u2019s not like it\u2019s an expensive car. Also older cars are generally easier to work on. Start with small things like oil changes, air filter, checking all your fluids, checking your air in your tires. Then you can start on somewhat bigger things like brakes, spark plugs, struts\/ shocks. Read the owners manual of your car. Buy a chilton\/ Haynes manual for your car. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11772.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"holgf6m","c_root_id_B":"hoktflu","created_at_utc_A":1639536316,"created_at_utc_B":1639525858,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Best way is to buy a $1000 shitbox, and when it breaks fix it. Watch YouTube. In the end if you mess it up it\u2019s not like it\u2019s an expensive car. Also older cars are generally easier to work on. Start with small things like oil changes, air filter, checking all your fluids, checking your air in your tires. Then you can start on somewhat bigger things like brakes, spark plugs, struts\/ shocks. Read the owners manual of your car. Buy a chilton\/ Haynes manual for your car. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m from Ontario as well. Depending on where, there\u2019s tons of car shows in the Toronto area. In Niagara where I\u2019m from, a lot of people meet nightly in parking lots and just hang out with their cars. Find those people.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10458.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"holkym6","c_root_id_B":"hokos8z","created_at_utc_A":1639538400,"created_at_utc_B":1639523781,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch youtube videos on basic car repair\/maintenance stuff.   Buy a broken car and fix it up.   Take Auto Tech in high school or college.   Hang out at a local shop.   Most states have laws concerning how many cars you can sell privately (without a dealers license) before you get in trouble, so make sure to look that up, too.","human_ref_B":"YouTube for most things I'm going to get into before getting into it, then forums when something in the yt video isn't clear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14619.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"holkym6","c_root_id_B":"hokqi9z","created_at_utc_A":1639538400,"created_at_utc_B":1639524544,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch youtube videos on basic car repair\/maintenance stuff.   Buy a broken car and fix it up.   Take Auto Tech in high school or college.   Hang out at a local shop.   Most states have laws concerning how many cars you can sell privately (without a dealers license) before you get in trouble, so make sure to look that up, too.","human_ref_B":"Watch every video this guy posts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13856.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rgglo9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I start learning about cars? Ok before you all attack me for this stupid comment, I\u2019m a 16 year old from Ontario Canada and a whole lot of my friends are learning about cars and I think in the future I want to resell cars as a side hustle. Problem is I have no clue where to start researching. My friends learned from just google and car games, and I can do these too but I got no clue what to search for. I want to know the basics and move up to becoming a car fanatic so any help is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"holkym6","c_root_id_B":"hoktflu","created_at_utc_A":1639538400,"created_at_utc_B":1639525858,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch youtube videos on basic car repair\/maintenance stuff.   Buy a broken car and fix it up.   Take Auto Tech in high school or college.   Hang out at a local shop.   Most states have laws concerning how many cars you can sell privately (without a dealers license) before you get in trouble, so make sure to look that up, too.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m from Ontario as well. Depending on where, there\u2019s tons of car shows in the Toronto area. In Niagara where I\u2019m from, a lot of people meet nightly in parking lots and just hang out with their cars. Find those people.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12542.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f2kfs","c_root_id_B":"h9f2dl8","created_at_utc_A":1629300366,"created_at_utc_B":1629300282,"score_A":29,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As a brit our default is manual and as for City driving its whatever, I'd probably rather an auto (especially in stop\/start traffic) however it's really down to personal preference if anything. I do alot of back road driving and live in Englands second city - it's nice having a manual and they do tend to be (relatively) cheaper to fix when something goes wrong, it's really down to you, I don't regret having a manual and most people I know don't either.","human_ref_B":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":84.0,"score_ratio":14.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f2dl8","c_root_id_B":"h9f2t2t","created_at_utc_A":1629300282,"created_at_utc_B":1629300472,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","human_ref_B":"I recently bought my first manual transmission about a month ago, I live in an urban region. A lot of shitty and overloaded roads and highways with horrendous merges, weird slow moving exit ramps that are fairly steep inclines, Tight street parking, a lot of them on hills\u2026basically what I\u2019d imagine a worst case scenario for a new manual driver.  I don\u2019t have to drive everyday but I love my GTI 6spd, it was a bit nerve wracking at first and I had some stalls that were in inconvenient places. I drive 3-4 days a week and don\u2019t regret anything. For most it just becomes normal, you don\u2019t really think about as much once you\u2019re comfortable with the power bands of your gears and you know the sounds and feels of your car.   I bought a car I\u2019ve always wanted and desired to learn a new skill, and man getting the car you want and loving it is a great feeling.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":190.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9gez2s","c_root_id_B":"h9f8kq2","created_at_utc_A":1629321972,"created_at_utc_B":1629303053,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","human_ref_B":"My first car was automatic, but the four since then have been all manual. I say go for it. You'll hone a useful skill, and if you hate it in a year or two, get something different.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18919.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8941","c_root_id_B":"h9f8kq2","created_at_utc_A":1629302913,"created_at_utc_B":1629303053,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I mean up to you I live in a city with steep hills and get around just fine sometimes I have people up my ass on a hill makes me a little nervous but for the most part it\u2019s not bad at all","human_ref_B":"My first car was automatic, but the four since then have been all manual. I say go for it. You'll hone a useful skill, and if you hate it in a year or two, get something different.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":140.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8kq2","c_root_id_B":"h9f2dl8","created_at_utc_A":1629303053,"created_at_utc_B":1629300282,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My first car was automatic, but the four since then have been all manual. I say go for it. You'll hone a useful skill, and if you hate it in a year or two, get something different.","human_ref_B":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2771.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8kq2","c_root_id_B":"h9f48g8","created_at_utc_A":1629303053,"created_at_utc_B":1629301130,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My first car was automatic, but the four since then have been all manual. I say go for it. You'll hone a useful skill, and if you hate it in a year or two, get something different.","human_ref_B":"I've owned mostly manuals in my life (I'm 40). I can't say it usually bothered me, though certainly in stop-and-go traffic, an automatic is just more relaxing. That's especially true if you end up with a car that has \"advanced\" cruise control, which can stop and go for you based on the car in front of you while you only worry about steering.  I can't say you'll *regret* getting a stick if you enjoy driving, but you'll definitely have plenty of moments where you'd rather just push a button and it goes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1923.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f4gv7","c_root_id_B":"h9f8kq2","created_at_utc_A":1629301235,"created_at_utc_B":1629303053,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I hit traffic once and decided it wasn\u2019t for me, I still have my manual but don\u2019t use it daily and don\u2019t see myself getting bored of it because of that. Bear in mind It\u2019s a big commitment if you don\u2019t have the luxury of having two cars.","human_ref_B":"My first car was automatic, but the four since then have been all manual. I say go for it. You'll hone a useful skill, and if you hate it in a year or two, get something different.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1818.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9gez2s","c_root_id_B":"h9f8941","created_at_utc_A":1629321972,"created_at_utc_B":1629302913,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","human_ref_B":"I mean up to you I live in a city with steep hills and get around just fine sometimes I have people up my ass on a hill makes me a little nervous but for the most part it\u2019s not bad at all","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19059.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9fa5ek","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629303750,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Yes, for no other reason then we need more manual drivers in this world!","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18222.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9fakzp","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629303941,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Its fine. Ur honeymoon period daily driving a manual wont go away until ur mid 30s at least. By then youll have a comfy daily i hope.  Protip: in stop and go traffic, let the car ahead build a gap before getting ur car moving, but once ur off the clutch just let it idle in 1st gear. Youll creep forward just like an auto, no more clutch riding or shifting, and u help traffic flow by going a constant speed","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18031.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f2dl8","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629300282,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21690.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f48g8","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629301130,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I've owned mostly manuals in my life (I'm 40). I can't say it usually bothered me, though certainly in stop-and-go traffic, an automatic is just more relaxing. That's especially true if you end up with a car that has \"advanced\" cruise control, which can stop and go for you based on the car in front of you while you only worry about steering.  I can't say you'll *regret* getting a stick if you enjoy driving, but you'll definitely have plenty of moments where you'd rather just push a button and it goes.","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20842.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f4gv7","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629301235,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I hit traffic once and decided it wasn\u2019t for me, I still have my manual but don\u2019t use it daily and don\u2019t see myself getting bored of it because of that. Bear in mind It\u2019s a big commitment if you don\u2019t have the luxury of having two cars.","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20737.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9fez3d","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629305865,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ve got 2 vehicles and one is a manual, but the daily is auto, and yeah, I\u2019d say if you\u2019re just one vehicle in a dense city, manual is a commitment.  Look, when it comes to stick, theres 2 types of people. Theres the guy that has it because he wants to, and theres the guy that has it because car forums will think less of him if he doesn\u2019t. IMO the latter is on a hill that isn\u2019t worth dying on.  I\u2019d probably say stick with an auto, and make it a goal to live outside of a city in the future, then get your manual and enjoy it there.","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16107.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9gez2s","c_root_id_B":"h9fpxj4","created_at_utc_A":1629321972,"created_at_utc_B":1629310711,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","human_ref_B":"It's hard to say man.  I think what it really does come down to is how long you believe the novelty of driving a standard is going to last.  I mean, I really enjoy driving a standard, for a few months.  Then it definitely does become kind of a chore.  Like what most others have said, it's really a personal choice.  Sorry that wasn't that helpful lol","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11261.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9gez2s","c_root_id_B":"h9fyt97","created_at_utc_A":1629321972,"created_at_utc_B":1629314719,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","human_ref_B":"A stick is no good for rush hour. The clutch will wear out real quick.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7253.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9gez2s","c_root_id_B":"h9g124q","created_at_utc_A":1629321972,"created_at_utc_B":1629315722,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","human_ref_B":"If you live in a city where extremely long traffic jams are a daily occurrence, such as Chicago, New York, etc, I would recommend against it.  Your leg will get very tired and it's more hassle than it's worth.  If you live in a medium-sized city of a couple million people, you'll be fine.  I myself drive a 2014 Camaro SS 6 spd through Columbus, OH traffic just fine.  It's a pretty twitchy, heavy clutch and even it doesn't bother me.  When I had my Cruze (which had a very light, forgiving clutch), the only thing I didn't like was heavy Chicago rush hour jams where you spent an hour crawling at 5 MPH.    Still, there are tricks you can use to avoid wearing out your leg.  The best strategy is leaving distance between you and the car ahead so you can coast in 1st gear without needing to constantly stop\/start.  People WILL jump in front of you but you just have to get over it and widen the gap again.  Overall, though, I wouldn't daily drive any manual transmission where the daily rush hour forces you to crawl for more than 45 minutes.  Hope this helps!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6250.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9g6j1z","c_root_id_B":"h9gez2s","created_at_utc_A":1629318154,"created_at_utc_B":1629321972,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I drive an si I love it I won't own an automatic","human_ref_B":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3818.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9gez2s","c_root_id_B":"h9g7b2b","created_at_utc_A":1629321972,"created_at_utc_B":1629318502,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get a manual. With your practice I think you're going to regret anything else.   You've actually done the work to learn already, and a newer clutch will feel wayy better than the Turo. City driving isn't particularly problematic, just tedious, and it's worth it for when you can open it up.   I live in a city and drive stick. I've never regretted it. The only time I felt remotely impaired was when I was on a road trip and got stuck in relatively long traffic jam. Even then, I felt tired from the clutch work, but no regret. Keep in mind that this was literally one occurrence, in five plus years of commuting, city driving traffic, road trips etc.","human_ref_B":"i daily a 911 in LA with a 6 speed. Drive what you love. Honestly, if you've driven manual for long enough it's really not that bad. I can switch between my 911 and Cayenne with ease and I don't really think twice about having to shift gears when I'm driving the 911, but I've been driving manuals somewhat regularly since I was 16. It is nice to have an auto in traffic certainly, but if you only are going to have one car and want to have a fun manual for weekend drives then just get what you love.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3470.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8941","c_root_id_B":"h9fa5ek","created_at_utc_A":1629302913,"created_at_utc_B":1629303750,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I mean up to you I live in a city with steep hills and get around just fine sometimes I have people up my ass on a hill makes me a little nervous but for the most part it\u2019s not bad at all","human_ref_B":"Yes, for no other reason then we need more manual drivers in this world!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":837.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8941","c_root_id_B":"h9f2dl8","created_at_utc_A":1629302913,"created_at_utc_B":1629300282,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I mean up to you I live in a city with steep hills and get around just fine sometimes I have people up my ass on a hill makes me a little nervous but for the most part it\u2019s not bad at all","human_ref_B":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2631.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8941","c_root_id_B":"h9f48g8","created_at_utc_A":1629302913,"created_at_utc_B":1629301130,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I mean up to you I live in a city with steep hills and get around just fine sometimes I have people up my ass on a hill makes me a little nervous but for the most part it\u2019s not bad at all","human_ref_B":"I've owned mostly manuals in my life (I'm 40). I can't say it usually bothered me, though certainly in stop-and-go traffic, an automatic is just more relaxing. That's especially true if you end up with a car that has \"advanced\" cruise control, which can stop and go for you based on the car in front of you while you only worry about steering.  I can't say you'll *regret* getting a stick if you enjoy driving, but you'll definitely have plenty of moments where you'd rather just push a button and it goes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1783.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f8941","c_root_id_B":"h9f4gv7","created_at_utc_A":1629302913,"created_at_utc_B":1629301235,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I mean up to you I live in a city with steep hills and get around just fine sometimes I have people up my ass on a hill makes me a little nervous but for the most part it\u2019s not bad at all","human_ref_B":"I hit traffic once and decided it wasn\u2019t for me, I still have my manual but don\u2019t use it daily and don\u2019t see myself getting bored of it because of that. Bear in mind It\u2019s a big commitment if you don\u2019t have the luxury of having two cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1678.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9fa5ek","c_root_id_B":"h9f2dl8","created_at_utc_A":1629303750,"created_at_utc_B":1629300282,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yes, for no other reason then we need more manual drivers in this world!","human_ref_B":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3468.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f48g8","c_root_id_B":"h9fa5ek","created_at_utc_A":1629301130,"created_at_utc_B":1629303750,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I've owned mostly manuals in my life (I'm 40). I can't say it usually bothered me, though certainly in stop-and-go traffic, an automatic is just more relaxing. That's especially true if you end up with a car that has \"advanced\" cruise control, which can stop and go for you based on the car in front of you while you only worry about steering.  I can't say you'll *regret* getting a stick if you enjoy driving, but you'll definitely have plenty of moments where you'd rather just push a button and it goes.","human_ref_B":"Yes, for no other reason then we need more manual drivers in this world!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2620.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9fa5ek","c_root_id_B":"h9f4gv7","created_at_utc_A":1629303750,"created_at_utc_B":1629301235,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yes, for no other reason then we need more manual drivers in this world!","human_ref_B":"I hit traffic once and decided it wasn\u2019t for me, I still have my manual but don\u2019t use it daily and don\u2019t see myself getting bored of it because of that. Bear in mind It\u2019s a big commitment if you don\u2019t have the luxury of having two cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2515.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f2dl8","c_root_id_B":"h9fakzp","created_at_utc_A":1629300282,"created_at_utc_B":1629303941,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Had one driving in Boston. Wasn\u2019t terrible and stalling happens. Novelty? I\u2019m just driving. I think knowing how to drive manual isn\u2019t that necessary but like you said. If that s4 is want don\u2019t let automatic or manual hold you back.","human_ref_B":"Its fine. Ur honeymoon period daily driving a manual wont go away until ur mid 30s at least. By then youll have a comfy daily i hope.  Protip: in stop and go traffic, let the car ahead build a gap before getting ur car moving, but once ur off the clutch just let it idle in 1st gear. Youll creep forward just like an auto, no more clutch riding or shifting, and u help traffic flow by going a constant speed","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3659.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9f48g8","c_root_id_B":"h9fakzp","created_at_utc_A":1629301130,"created_at_utc_B":1629303941,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've owned mostly manuals in my life (I'm 40). I can't say it usually bothered me, though certainly in stop-and-go traffic, an automatic is just more relaxing. That's especially true if you end up with a car that has \"advanced\" cruise control, which can stop and go for you based on the car in front of you while you only worry about steering.  I can't say you'll *regret* getting a stick if you enjoy driving, but you'll definitely have plenty of moments where you'd rather just push a button and it goes.","human_ref_B":"Its fine. Ur honeymoon period daily driving a manual wont go away until ur mid 30s at least. By then youll have a comfy daily i hope.  Protip: in stop and go traffic, let the car ahead build a gap before getting ur car moving, but once ur off the clutch just let it idle in 1st gear. Youll creep forward just like an auto, no more clutch riding or shifting, and u help traffic flow by going a constant speed","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2811.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p6szxl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Should I buy a manual as my first car even if I live in a busy city? Just some context: I'm 19. Been driving an automatic regularly for just over two years now. I took a couple manual lessons in a Subaru brz and felt pretty comfortable afterwards, mostly because my instructor told me that if I was able to get comfortable on a brz then I probably wouldn't have much of an issue with most cars. Anyways, I knew that I needed more experience before making the decision to buy a manual car, so I convinced my dad to rent some rundown Kia rio that I found on Turo. And yes, learning\/practicing on some random guys car is kind of a scumbag move, I know. But to be fair, it was barely in working order and has over 100,000 miles on it. I ended up having the car for a week because it was so cheap to rent and managed to put in at least two hours of city driving per day to make sure that I covered a wide range of experiences.  At this point, I don't really have to put much thought into driving manual and don't worry about stalling. I've been saving up for a long ass time and can't keep myself from getting excited by the thought of picking up a 2012 S4 that I've had my eye on, but I'm kind of afraid that in a couple months my current 'honeymoon' period with manuals will be over and I'll regret my decision. Do you guys ever regret buying a manual when you're sitting in traffic almost every day, or stuck in a several hour pileup on the highway? Did you experience a decline in your overall driving satisfaction after the novelty faded?  ​  TL;DR: If I still really enjoy driving stick even after a week of city driving (15+ hrs, mix of rush-hour, daytime, night), do you think I might still regret buying a manual after a few months? Did you regret buying a manual? Is it way less interesting once the novelty wears off? Any other advice for a prospective manual owner?","c_root_id_A":"h9fakzp","c_root_id_B":"h9f4gv7","created_at_utc_A":1629303941,"created_at_utc_B":1629301235,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Its fine. Ur honeymoon period daily driving a manual wont go away until ur mid 30s at least. By then youll have a comfy daily i hope.  Protip: in stop and go traffic, let the car ahead build a gap before getting ur car moving, but once ur off the clutch just let it idle in 1st gear. Youll creep forward just like an auto, no more clutch riding or shifting, and u help traffic flow by going a constant speed","human_ref_B":"I hit traffic once and decided it wasn\u2019t for me, I still have my manual but don\u2019t use it daily and don\u2019t see myself getting bored of it because of that. Bear in mind It\u2019s a big commitment if you don\u2019t have the luxury of having two cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2706.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"m7szul","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"My ideal driving position is with the seat as low as possible, and with about a foot between me and the wheel. But as a service tech I've noticed most every car has the seat all the way raised and with the driver very close to the wheel. Am I weird, or are people using bad driving position?","c_root_id_A":"grdvav0","c_root_id_B":"grdsbo1","created_at_utc_A":1616088012,"created_at_utc_B":1616086735,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm 6'3 and drive a mini cooper.   My wife is barely 5'0 and drives a crossover.  I can't physically fit between the dash\/wheel and seat the way she has her seat.   But she can reach the pedals and drive my car without moving anything if she had too.   People have longer and shorter arms and legs.  Not just total height. Maybe you have short legs for your height?  I know I do.","human_ref_B":"Driver hand position. The close high steering wheel is great for when people drive with hands at 10 and 2, but if you drive with one hand on top of the wheel, like driving a manual transmission, then it is easier with the steering wheel very low","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1277.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ijfclw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How far can you drive a pick up truck without a serpentine belt before it over heats? Or should I not even start the car? There\u2019s an auto shop a mile down the road, it\u2019s a 3 min drive. What should I do?","c_root_id_A":"g3dcqqi","c_root_id_B":"g3dcqrg","created_at_utc_A":1598805825,"created_at_utc_B":1598805825,"score_A":20,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Many people have roadside assistance coverage on their insurance without even knowing it. A quick tow to the mechanic shop might cost you nothing. Call your insurance.","human_ref_B":"What kind of truck is it? If it\u2019s an old iron block and head V8 I\u2019d just drive it, honestly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":0.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d598oh0","c_root_id_B":"d595pa0","created_at_utc_A":1468335292,"created_at_utc_B":1468330494,"score_A":30,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"Fake vents. I'm not a fan of something being done for pure aesthetics, ESPECIALLY something that can actually help your car out if you took the time to cut it out. Late 90's - early 2000's Mustangs are a perfect example. Fake vents everywhere","human_ref_B":"Bits on the exterior that's sole purpose appear to be retaining water until just after you've dried the rest of the car when washing it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4798.0,"score_ratio":1.0714285714}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595pa0","c_root_id_B":"d59aavd","created_at_utc_A":1468330494,"created_at_utc_B":1468337538,"score_A":28,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Bits on the exterior that's sole purpose appear to be retaining water until just after you've dried the rest of the car when washing it.","human_ref_B":"When you say Traction control is off, I want it to be off. Not *sorta-off*. I'm looking at you VW.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7044.0,"score_ratio":1.0357142857}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595pa0","c_root_id_B":"d593uta","created_at_utc_A":1468330494,"created_at_utc_B":1468326764,"score_A":28,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Bits on the exterior that's sole purpose appear to be retaining water until just after you've dried the rest of the car when washing it.","human_ref_B":"Pieces of plastic trim missing. Shout out to Vauxhall owners everywhere.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3730.0,"score_ratio":3.1111111111}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595pa0","c_root_id_B":"d594trv","created_at_utc_A":1468330494,"created_at_utc_B":1468328836,"score_A":28,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Bits on the exterior that's sole purpose appear to be retaining water until just after you've dried the rest of the car when washing it.","human_ref_B":"That I don't have more of them.  Ah but in all seriousness, if we're speaking just in general, here in Australia most cars, excluding Japanese imports and German imports, are bloody expensive. I've always had a love for American muscle, but it's so far out of reach, I'll probably be sitting with Japanese cars (Which I still love) for the foreseeable future.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1658.0,"score_ratio":3.1111111111}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d598oh0","c_root_id_B":"d596bf2","created_at_utc_A":1468335292,"created_at_utc_B":1468331571,"score_A":30,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Fake vents. I'm not a fan of something being done for pure aesthetics, ESPECIALLY something that can actually help your car out if you took the time to cut it out. Late 90's - early 2000's Mustangs are a perfect example. Fake vents everywhere","human_ref_B":"One that comes to mind that hasn't been mentioned is fake exhaust tips or exhaust cutouts meant to look like exhaust tips.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3721.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
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{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d594trv","c_root_id_B":"d59aavd","created_at_utc_A":1468328836,"created_at_utc_B":1468337538,"score_A":9,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"That I don't have more of them.  Ah but in all seriousness, if we're speaking just in general, here in Australia most cars, excluding Japanese imports and German imports, are bloody expensive. I've always had a love for American muscle, but it's so far out of reach, I'll probably be sitting with Japanese cars (Which I still love) for the foreseeable future.","human_ref_B":"When you say Traction control is off, I want it to be off. Not *sorta-off*. I'm looking at you VW.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8702.0,"score_ratio":3.2222222222}
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{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59aavd","c_root_id_B":"d599svt","created_at_utc_A":1468337538,"created_at_utc_B":1468336874,"score_A":29,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"When you say Traction control is off, I want it to be off. Not *sorta-off*. I'm looking at you VW.","human_ref_B":"Any and all stickers or advertising, be they the stupid dealership stuff, the license plate surrounds, rear window things or giant American bumper stickers. For some reason, all of that stuff has always annoyed me. First thing I do when I buy a used car is change out the license plate surrounds and take off any dealer stickers.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":664.0,"score_ratio":7.25}
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{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59vcty","c_root_id_B":"d595x7i","created_at_utc_A":1468364937,"created_at_utc_B":1468330888,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","human_ref_B":"Base models coming with a list of features as long as my arm. I just want a cheap box on wheels with so I can get to work.  Also having to step up an entire option package (and thousands of dollars) to get one extra feature I might actually want.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34049.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59auv7","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468338242,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Tv\/movies getting car stuff wrong.","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26695.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59vcty","c_root_id_B":"d59fv44","created_at_utc_A":1468364937,"created_at_utc_B":1468344495,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","human_ref_B":"1. \"Stanced\" cars that have way too much camber, so that hardly any rubber is touching the road.  I don't mind if people want to modify their cars, even if the mods look stupid to me.  But too much camber is unsafe, and they're putting the rest of us at risk by driving around with zero traction or suspension travel.  2. In the same vein, people who don't maintain their cars and drive around with bald tires, squeaky brakes, busted shocks, broken mirrors, and burned out lights.  I understand that some people can't afford repairs, but you should really budget for that sort of thing before you buy a car.  Otherwise, get a bicycle and a bus pass.  3. Lifted \"bro-trucks\" that never go offroad, with giant 8\" exhaust pipes going vertically through the bed.  Especially when they're driving aggressively or \"rolling coal.\"  4. People who install a loud stereo but the entire car rattles from the bass.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20442.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59cu57","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468340720,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Touchscreens. I'm not against the idea in principle, but they just never work as seamlessly as they're meant to. Also when I'm trying to drive I like being able to adjust the radio or climate control knobs without having to look at them.","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24217.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d599svt","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468336874,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Any and all stickers or advertising, be they the stupid dealership stuff, the license plate surrounds, rear window things or giant American bumper stickers. For some reason, all of that stuff has always annoyed me. First thing I do when I buy a used car is change out the license plate surrounds and take off any dealer stickers.","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28063.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59bvat","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468339508,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Not being a manual transmission","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":25429.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59g8wz","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468344979,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Economy cars with dual clutch transmissions. I really don't understand why they decide to out them in, in stop and go traffic you need to feed the throttle, the clutches burn out with use and they provide no benefit. Case in point I test drove a Veloster Turbo with Hyundai's DCT, the shifts were not quick (to the point where I think I should shift faster in a stick shift), the car was jumpy at stop signs kind of like first learning to drive standard and there was a huge disconnect between pressing the paddle and shifting gears. Could someone explain why manufacturers are now using DCT's?","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19958.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59c6du","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468339895,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I have an irrational hatred for turn signals that flash 3 times even if you only hold them on for long enough to flash once. Here's how it always plays out:  1. I hold the lever just short of fully-on. In any normal car, this means, \"flash until I let go of the lever\". It's great for lane changes.  2. After 2 flashes, I start moving over and release the lever.  3. It flashes again. 20 years of conditioning have trained my brain that this means I accidentally pushed the lever too far, and the signal is now fully on.  4. I push the lever back the other way to turn it off, only to accidentally turn on the opposite signal.  5. I curse and yell at the stupid fucking car for thinking it's smarter than me.","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":25042.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59hzst","c_root_id_B":"d59vcty","created_at_utc_A":1468347151,"created_at_utc_B":1468364937,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"When the touchscreen doesn't let you do things while driving, such as setting a gps destination or changing settings. Especially when there's a passenger who could be doing that but the car won't let them","human_ref_B":"One of the things that annoys me most is a trend with newer cars where the reverse lights turn on when you unlock the car with your key fob.   It's like some designer was thinking \"You know those lights who's sole purpose is to warn people that the vehicle is moving backward?  Let's have them turn on when nobody is even in the car!\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17786.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595x7i","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468330888,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Base models coming with a list of features as long as my arm. I just want a cheap box on wheels with so I can get to work.  Also having to step up an entire option package (and thousands of dollars) to get one extra feature I might actually want.","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":48543.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59auv7","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468338242,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Tv\/movies getting car stuff wrong.","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":41189.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d5a4hve","c_root_id_B":"d59fv44","created_at_utc_A":1468379431,"created_at_utc_B":1468344495,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","human_ref_B":"1. \"Stanced\" cars that have way too much camber, so that hardly any rubber is touching the road.  I don't mind if people want to modify their cars, even if the mods look stupid to me.  But too much camber is unsafe, and they're putting the rest of us at risk by driving around with zero traction or suspension travel.  2. In the same vein, people who don't maintain their cars and drive around with bald tires, squeaky brakes, busted shocks, broken mirrors, and burned out lights.  I understand that some people can't afford repairs, but you should really budget for that sort of thing before you buy a car.  Otherwise, get a bicycle and a bus pass.  3. Lifted \"bro-trucks\" that never go offroad, with giant 8\" exhaust pipes going vertically through the bed.  Especially when they're driving aggressively or \"rolling coal.\"  4. People who install a loud stereo but the entire car rattles from the bass.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34936.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59cu57","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468340720,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Touchscreens. I'm not against the idea in principle, but they just never work as seamlessly as they're meant to. Also when I'm trying to drive I like being able to adjust the radio or climate control knobs without having to look at them.","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":38711.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d5a4hve","c_root_id_B":"d599svt","created_at_utc_A":1468379431,"created_at_utc_B":1468336874,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","human_ref_B":"Any and all stickers or advertising, be they the stupid dealership stuff, the license plate surrounds, rear window things or giant American bumper stickers. For some reason, all of that stuff has always annoyed me. First thing I do when I buy a used car is change out the license plate surrounds and take off any dealer stickers.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":42557.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59bvat","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468339508,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Not being a manual transmission","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":39923.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59g8wz","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468344979,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Economy cars with dual clutch transmissions. I really don't understand why they decide to out them in, in stop and go traffic you need to feed the throttle, the clutches burn out with use and they provide no benefit. Case in point I test drove a Veloster Turbo with Hyundai's DCT, the shifts were not quick (to the point where I think I should shift faster in a stick shift), the car was jumpy at stop signs kind of like first learning to drive standard and there was a huge disconnect between pressing the paddle and shifting gears. Could someone explain why manufacturers are now using DCT's?","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":34452.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59c6du","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468339895,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I have an irrational hatred for turn signals that flash 3 times even if you only hold them on for long enough to flash once. Here's how it always plays out:  1. I hold the lever just short of fully-on. In any normal car, this means, \"flash until I let go of the lever\". It's great for lane changes.  2. After 2 flashes, I start moving over and release the lever.  3. It flashes again. 20 years of conditioning have trained my brain that this means I accidentally pushed the lever too far, and the signal is now fully on.  4. I push the lever back the other way to turn it off, only to accidentally turn on the opposite signal.  5. I curse and yell at the stupid fucking car for thinking it's smarter than me.","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":39536.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59hzst","c_root_id_B":"d5a4hve","created_at_utc_A":1468347151,"created_at_utc_B":1468379431,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"When the touchscreen doesn't let you do things while driving, such as setting a gps destination or changing settings. Especially when there's a passenger who could be doing that but the car won't let them","human_ref_B":"Whatever fucking assholes \"tested\" the anti-glare coating on large LCDs in GMs. IT IS THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THAT.  Fiat-Crashster's idiotic non-moving T-handle crap. Whoever approved that needs to be fired. With 100% real fire.  Cylinder deactivation that is a whole hell of a lot more like complete engine deactivation. Who needs brakes on a Chevy when you can just lift?  FUCKING UPDATE YOUR GODDAMNED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND FIX THE BUGS. THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE!  Mechanics that STILL don't know how to do a goddamn flash. FFS, I could do 6 PT Loser recalls an hour with just two DRB-III's!  If I find the person responsible for plastic engine covers becoming popular, I am probably going to smother them with one. Or make them choke on it.  I am not an idiot, car. Autostick or not, if I say you change gears, \"SHIFT DENIED\" is not an acceptable response.   CVT. CVT SHOULD NOT EXIST. DESTROY THEM ALL. I WILL (possibly) PAY A BOUNTY FOR AMUSING VIDEOS OF THIS.  Fake exhaust tips and fake second exhaust ports. It is literally reason #2 why I didn't buy a Buick Regal GS despite the 6 speed. (The exhaust port is real; the tips are fake.)  It is 2016, not 1996. How the fuck can any manufacturer still be unable to handle 128GB and 256GB USB drives full of music? Don't even get me started on the assholes that use ruggedized platter drives.  Cupholders are for cups. This means they should be in reach. Not 'bend your arm 2 feet backwards and try to lift from the area behind your spine.' LOOKING AT YOU, GM.  Way too damn over-advanced electronically controlled suspensions integrated with the PCM\/BCM. Oh. My. Gods. Do you have *any* idea how hard it is to convert one of those bastards to something decent? Step one, rip out every piece of factory electronics.   I swear to god if I never hear 'Eco' or 'Tec' thrown in front of or behind something to make another nonsense name that avoids mentioning so much as the cylinder count again, I still will make the people who came up with it choke on a piston.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32280.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595x7i","c_root_id_B":"d59auv7","created_at_utc_A":1468330888,"created_at_utc_B":1468338242,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Base models coming with a list of features as long as my arm. I just want a cheap box on wheels with so I can get to work.  Also having to step up an entire option package (and thousands of dollars) to get one extra feature I might actually want.","human_ref_B":"Tv\/movies getting car stuff wrong.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7354.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595x7i","c_root_id_B":"d59fv44","created_at_utc_A":1468330888,"created_at_utc_B":1468344495,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Base models coming with a list of features as long as my arm. I just want a cheap box on wheels with so I can get to work.  Also having to step up an entire option package (and thousands of dollars) to get one extra feature I might actually want.","human_ref_B":"1. \"Stanced\" cars that have way too much camber, so that hardly any rubber is touching the road.  I don't mind if people want to modify their cars, even if the mods look stupid to me.  But too much camber is unsafe, and they're putting the rest of us at risk by driving around with zero traction or suspension travel.  2. In the same vein, people who don't maintain their cars and drive around with bald tires, squeaky brakes, busted shocks, broken mirrors, and burned out lights.  I understand that some people can't afford repairs, but you should really budget for that sort of thing before you buy a car.  Otherwise, get a bicycle and a bus pass.  3. Lifted \"bro-trucks\" that never go offroad, with giant 8\" exhaust pipes going vertically through the bed.  Especially when they're driving aggressively or \"rolling coal.\"  4. People who install a loud stereo but the entire car rattles from the bass.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13607.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d595x7i","c_root_id_B":"d59cu57","created_at_utc_A":1468330888,"created_at_utc_B":1468340720,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Base models coming with a list of features as long as my arm. I just want a cheap box on wheels with so I can get to work.  Also having to step up an entire option package (and thousands of dollars) to get one extra feature I might actually want.","human_ref_B":"Touchscreens. I'm not against the idea in principle, but they just never work as seamlessly as they're meant to. Also when I'm trying to drive I like being able to adjust the radio or climate control knobs without having to look at them.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9832.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59auv7","c_root_id_B":"d599svt","created_at_utc_A":1468338242,"created_at_utc_B":1468336874,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Tv\/movies getting car stuff wrong.","human_ref_B":"Any and all stickers or advertising, be they the stupid dealership stuff, the license plate surrounds, rear window things or giant American bumper stickers. For some reason, all of that stuff has always annoyed me. First thing I do when I buy a used car is change out the license plate surrounds and take off any dealer stickers.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1368.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59fv44","c_root_id_B":"d599svt","created_at_utc_A":1468344495,"created_at_utc_B":1468336874,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"1. \"Stanced\" cars that have way too much camber, so that hardly any rubber is touching the road.  I don't mind if people want to modify their cars, even if the mods look stupid to me.  But too much camber is unsafe, and they're putting the rest of us at risk by driving around with zero traction or suspension travel.  2. In the same vein, people who don't maintain their cars and drive around with bald tires, squeaky brakes, busted shocks, broken mirrors, and burned out lights.  I understand that some people can't afford repairs, but you should really budget for that sort of thing before you buy a car.  Otherwise, get a bicycle and a bus pass.  3. Lifted \"bro-trucks\" that never go offroad, with giant 8\" exhaust pipes going vertically through the bed.  Especially when they're driving aggressively or \"rolling coal.\"  4. People who install a loud stereo but the entire car rattles from the bass.","human_ref_B":"Any and all stickers or advertising, be they the stupid dealership stuff, the license plate surrounds, rear window things or giant American bumper stickers. For some reason, all of that stuff has always annoyed me. First thing I do when I buy a used car is change out the license plate surrounds and take off any dealer stickers.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7621.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59bvat","c_root_id_B":"d59fv44","created_at_utc_A":1468339508,"created_at_utc_B":1468344495,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Not being a manual transmission","human_ref_B":"1. \"Stanced\" cars that have way too much camber, so that hardly any rubber is touching the road.  I don't mind if people want to modify their cars, even if the mods look stupid to me.  But too much camber is unsafe, and they're putting the rest of us at risk by driving around with zero traction or suspension travel.  2. In the same vein, people who don't maintain their cars and drive around with bald tires, squeaky brakes, busted shocks, broken mirrors, and burned out lights.  I understand that some people can't afford repairs, but you should really budget for that sort of thing before you buy a car.  Otherwise, get a bicycle and a bus pass.  3. Lifted \"bro-trucks\" that never go offroad, with giant 8\" exhaust pipes going vertically through the bed.  Especially when they're driving aggressively or \"rolling coal.\"  4. People who install a loud stereo but the entire car rattles from the bass.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4987.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59fv44","c_root_id_B":"d59c6du","created_at_utc_A":1468344495,"created_at_utc_B":1468339895,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"1. \"Stanced\" cars that have way too much camber, so that hardly any rubber is touching the road.  I don't mind if people want to modify their cars, even if the mods look stupid to me.  But too much camber is unsafe, and they're putting the rest of us at risk by driving around with zero traction or suspension travel.  2. In the same vein, people who don't maintain their cars and drive around with bald tires, squeaky brakes, busted shocks, broken mirrors, and burned out lights.  I understand that some people can't afford repairs, but you should really budget for that sort of thing before you buy a car.  Otherwise, get a bicycle and a bus pass.  3. Lifted \"bro-trucks\" that never go offroad, with giant 8\" exhaust pipes going vertically through the bed.  Especially when they're driving aggressively or \"rolling coal.\"  4. People who install a loud stereo but the entire car rattles from the bass.","human_ref_B":"I have an irrational hatred for turn signals that flash 3 times even if you only hold them on for long enough to flash once. Here's how it always plays out:  1. I hold the lever just short of fully-on. In any normal car, this means, \"flash until I let go of the lever\". It's great for lane changes.  2. After 2 flashes, I start moving over and release the lever.  3. It flashes again. 20 years of conditioning have trained my brain that this means I accidentally pushed the lever too far, and the signal is now fully on.  4. I push the lever back the other way to turn it off, only to accidentally turn on the opposite signal.  5. I curse and yell at the stupid fucking car for thinking it's smarter than me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4600.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d599svt","c_root_id_B":"d59cu57","created_at_utc_A":1468336874,"created_at_utc_B":1468340720,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Any and all stickers or advertising, be they the stupid dealership stuff, the license plate surrounds, rear window things or giant American bumper stickers. For some reason, all of that stuff has always annoyed me. First thing I do when I buy a used car is change out the license plate surrounds and take off any dealer stickers.","human_ref_B":"Touchscreens. I'm not against the idea in principle, but they just never work as seamlessly as they're meant to. Also when I'm trying to drive I like being able to adjust the radio or climate control knobs without having to look at them.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3846.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59cu57","c_root_id_B":"d59bvat","created_at_utc_A":1468340720,"created_at_utc_B":1468339508,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Touchscreens. I'm not against the idea in principle, but they just never work as seamlessly as they're meant to. Also when I'm trying to drive I like being able to adjust the radio or climate control knobs without having to look at them.","human_ref_B":"Not being a manual transmission","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1212.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59cu57","c_root_id_B":"d59c6du","created_at_utc_A":1468340720,"created_at_utc_B":1468339895,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Touchscreens. I'm not against the idea in principle, but they just never work as seamlessly as they're meant to. Also when I'm trying to drive I like being able to adjust the radio or climate control knobs without having to look at them.","human_ref_B":"I have an irrational hatred for turn signals that flash 3 times even if you only hold them on for long enough to flash once. Here's how it always plays out:  1. I hold the lever just short of fully-on. In any normal car, this means, \"flash until I let go of the lever\". It's great for lane changes.  2. After 2 flashes, I start moving over and release the lever.  3. It flashes again. 20 years of conditioning have trained my brain that this means I accidentally pushed the lever too far, and the signal is now fully on.  4. I push the lever back the other way to turn it off, only to accidentally turn on the opposite signal.  5. I curse and yell at the stupid fucking car for thinking it's smarter than me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":825.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4sgmwj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What are your pet peeves with cars? Everybody generally has some pet peeves with cars, so what's yours?  I absolutely hate seeing a nice car with filthy exhaust tips","c_root_id_A":"d59c6du","c_root_id_B":"d59g8wz","created_at_utc_A":1468339895,"created_at_utc_B":1468344979,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I have an irrational hatred for turn signals that flash 3 times even if you only hold them on for long enough to flash once. Here's how it always plays out:  1. I hold the lever just short of fully-on. In any normal car, this means, \"flash until I let go of the lever\". It's great for lane changes.  2. After 2 flashes, I start moving over and release the lever.  3. It flashes again. 20 years of conditioning have trained my brain that this means I accidentally pushed the lever too far, and the signal is now fully on.  4. I push the lever back the other way to turn it off, only to accidentally turn on the opposite signal.  5. I curse and yell at the stupid fucking car for thinking it's smarter than me.","human_ref_B":"Economy cars with dual clutch transmissions. I really don't understand why they decide to out them in, in stop and go traffic you need to feed the throttle, the clutches burn out with use and they provide no benefit. Case in point I test drove a Veloster Turbo with Hyundai's DCT, the shifts were not quick (to the point where I think I should shift faster in a stick shift), the car was jumpy at stop signs kind of like first learning to drive standard and there was a huge disconnect between pressing the paddle and shifting gears. Could someone explain why manufacturers are now using DCT's?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5084.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"nkwpcm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Gas in tank since beginning of pandemic. Is it still good? Hi  I have my car parked in my garage since last year June 2020. There's an almost complete tank of gas idling for more than 6 months. I am not a mechanic, so I am unsure exactly how long the gas can last before it goes bad. I know it's about 3 to 6 months from I read.  I am planning to siphon the gas out with a pump. Before I do that, I wonder if anyone know anyone has goes through the similar situation or has experience with this?  Is it still good?  Car: Jeep Patriot 2009","c_root_id_A":"gzfu7a9","c_root_id_B":"gzfuac1","created_at_utc_A":1621978125,"created_at_utc_B":1621978166,"score_A":23,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Nah don't bother draining it. Pour in half a bottle of seafoam if you want, but I bet it will fire right up. Especially since it's been in a garage which I'm assuming is slightly more temperature controlled than outside. Check your tire pressures though, those will have leaked down a bit over a year.","human_ref_B":"A lot of cars have anti-siphon valves, so you may not be able to siphon much out.  If it is not all of the way full, I would just fill it up and drive it.  This will replenish the additives.  Fill it up again at 1\/4 tank.  Should be fine.  I've had many different vehicles run fine on fuel over 1 year old.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":41.0,"score_ratio":1.0869565217}
{"post_id":"nkwpcm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Gas in tank since beginning of pandemic. Is it still good? Hi  I have my car parked in my garage since last year June 2020. There's an almost complete tank of gas idling for more than 6 months. I am not a mechanic, so I am unsure exactly how long the gas can last before it goes bad. I know it's about 3 to 6 months from I read.  I am planning to siphon the gas out with a pump. Before I do that, I wonder if anyone know anyone has goes through the similar situation or has experience with this?  Is it still good?  Car: Jeep Patriot 2009","c_root_id_A":"gzg3ynf","c_root_id_B":"gzg4if7","created_at_utc_A":1621982766,"created_at_utc_B":1621983037,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Tough-ish call. I'd run it and keep topping off with fresh gas to dilute it.","human_ref_B":"Will not be a problem at all.   As others have suggested I would fill up with fresh gas when you are near a gas station but really she should fire up and run np.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":271.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"nkwpcm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Gas in tank since beginning of pandemic. Is it still good? Hi  I have my car parked in my garage since last year June 2020. There's an almost complete tank of gas idling for more than 6 months. I am not a mechanic, so I am unsure exactly how long the gas can last before it goes bad. I know it's about 3 to 6 months from I read.  I am planning to siphon the gas out with a pump. Before I do that, I wonder if anyone know anyone has goes through the similar situation or has experience with this?  Is it still good?  Car: Jeep Patriot 2009","c_root_id_A":"gzg4ui2","c_root_id_B":"gzg3ynf","created_at_utc_A":1621983201,"created_at_utc_B":1621982766,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Get a bottle of Star Tron, or some other gas stabilizer and dump it in there. Then, fill up the tank with new gas as well. Then, run it. You should probably be fine.","human_ref_B":"Tough-ish call. I'd run it and keep topping off with fresh gas to dilute it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":435.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"nkwpcm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Gas in tank since beginning of pandemic. Is it still good? Hi  I have my car parked in my garage since last year June 2020. There's an almost complete tank of gas idling for more than 6 months. I am not a mechanic, so I am unsure exactly how long the gas can last before it goes bad. I know it's about 3 to 6 months from I read.  I am planning to siphon the gas out with a pump. Before I do that, I wonder if anyone know anyone has goes through the similar situation or has experience with this?  Is it still good?  Car: Jeep Patriot 2009","c_root_id_A":"gzg5fa6","c_root_id_B":"gzgt28v","created_at_utc_A":1621983490,"created_at_utc_B":1621995464,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I had a car sit for six months also.  I just put half a tank of premium in and it was fine.","human_ref_B":"Gas going bad is a meme like batteries needing to be topped off with water. Just boomer legends at this point, from a time when gasoline had lead in it. I bet nowadays that shit is laced with so many stabilizers it can't go bad.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11974.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nkwpcm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Gas in tank since beginning of pandemic. Is it still good? Hi  I have my car parked in my garage since last year June 2020. There's an almost complete tank of gas idling for more than 6 months. I am not a mechanic, so I am unsure exactly how long the gas can last before it goes bad. I know it's about 3 to 6 months from I read.  I am planning to siphon the gas out with a pump. Before I do that, I wonder if anyone know anyone has goes through the similar situation or has experience with this?  Is it still good?  Car: Jeep Patriot 2009","c_root_id_A":"gzh2dbf","c_root_id_B":"gzg5fa6","created_at_utc_A":1622000552,"created_at_utc_B":1621983490,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"more likely to have issues with a dead battery, gas will be fine more than likely","human_ref_B":"I had a car sit for six months also.  I just put half a tank of premium in and it was fine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17062.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iieocoi","c_root_id_B":"iiev6z1","created_at_utc_A":1659289892,"created_at_utc_B":1659292758,"score_A":11,"score_B":53,"human_ref_A":"The way I was taught was use all 3 mirrors to cover the widest area behind you, so your blind spots are really just outside of your peripheral vision.  Like, I just sit how I normally drive, tilt my head to the left, then move the left mirror until i barely see the side of the car. Repeat for right side.  There should only be minimal overlap between mirrors. Then for parking or whatever I just adjust it.","human_ref_B":"Every comment so far is wrong. Most people set up their mirrors so there is quite a bit of overlap between your rear-view and the side mirrors, but if you angle them further out, you can actually avoid having any blind spots.   For some reason people like being able to see a bit of their car in the side mirrors but that actually creates a lot of overlap with the rear-view and reduces your visibility. Just because most people do it this way, doesn't mean it's the best way. And tons of \"driving instructors\" don't know jack.  The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) told us this in 1995. I expected better from you \/r\/askcarguys   Source: https:\/\/www.caranddriver.com\/features\/a15131074\/how-to-adjust-your-mirrors-to-avoid-blind-spots\/  Here's a video explanation with visuals: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QIkodlp8HMM","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2866.0,"score_ratio":4.8181818182}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiev6z1","c_root_id_B":"iietilx","created_at_utc_A":1659292758,"created_at_utc_B":1659292065,"score_A":53,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Every comment so far is wrong. Most people set up their mirrors so there is quite a bit of overlap between your rear-view and the side mirrors, but if you angle them further out, you can actually avoid having any blind spots.   For some reason people like being able to see a bit of their car in the side mirrors but that actually creates a lot of overlap with the rear-view and reduces your visibility. Just because most people do it this way, doesn't mean it's the best way. And tons of \"driving instructors\" don't know jack.  The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) told us this in 1995. I expected better from you \/r\/askcarguys   Source: https:\/\/www.caranddriver.com\/features\/a15131074\/how-to-adjust-your-mirrors-to-avoid-blind-spots\/  Here's a video explanation with visuals: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QIkodlp8HMM","human_ref_B":"I start by angling them so I see car just at the inner edge, then I nudge them out until I cannot see the car anymore to maximize my viewing area","labels":1,"seconds_difference":693.0,"score_ratio":26.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiecupz","c_root_id_B":"iiev6z1","created_at_utc_A":1659285074,"created_at_utc_B":1659292758,"score_A":2,"score_B":53,"human_ref_A":"When I was taking my license the driving teacher told me to angle them so I saw a little bit of the rear end of the car. That is what I have been doing ever since.","human_ref_B":"Every comment so far is wrong. Most people set up their mirrors so there is quite a bit of overlap between your rear-view and the side mirrors, but if you angle them further out, you can actually avoid having any blind spots.   For some reason people like being able to see a bit of their car in the side mirrors but that actually creates a lot of overlap with the rear-view and reduces your visibility. Just because most people do it this way, doesn't mean it's the best way. And tons of \"driving instructors\" don't know jack.  The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) told us this in 1995. I expected better from you \/r\/askcarguys   Source: https:\/\/www.caranddriver.com\/features\/a15131074\/how-to-adjust-your-mirrors-to-avoid-blind-spots\/  Here's a video explanation with visuals: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QIkodlp8HMM","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7684.0,"score_ratio":26.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiecupz","c_root_id_B":"iieocoi","created_at_utc_A":1659285074,"created_at_utc_B":1659289892,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"When I was taking my license the driving teacher told me to angle them so I saw a little bit of the rear end of the car. That is what I have been doing ever since.","human_ref_B":"The way I was taught was use all 3 mirrors to cover the widest area behind you, so your blind spots are really just outside of your peripheral vision.  Like, I just sit how I normally drive, tilt my head to the left, then move the left mirror until i barely see the side of the car. Repeat for right side.  There should only be minimal overlap between mirrors. Then for parking or whatever I just adjust it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4818.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiexoh7","c_root_id_B":"iif7fok","created_at_utc_A":1659293794,"created_at_utc_B":1659297993,"score_A":6,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I do this.  Here's a link that talks about a paper the SAE published in 1995 that suggested this to eliminate blind spots. It will feel weird at first, but you'll be sold once you see a car move from your rear view mirror to your side mirror to your peripheral vision without ever losing sight of it.","human_ref_B":"I lean my head against the window, and put it so I can just see the side of my car, then when I'm sitting straight it shows me the blind spot. You want cars to disappear from from the rear view and immediately appear in the side ones.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4199.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iietilx","c_root_id_B":"iif7fok","created_at_utc_A":1659292065,"created_at_utc_B":1659297993,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I start by angling them so I see car just at the inner edge, then I nudge them out until I cannot see the car anymore to maximize my viewing area","human_ref_B":"I lean my head against the window, and put it so I can just see the side of my car, then when I'm sitting straight it shows me the blind spot. You want cars to disappear from from the rear view and immediately appear in the side ones.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5928.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iif7fok","c_root_id_B":"iiez15z","created_at_utc_A":1659297993,"created_at_utc_B":1659294362,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I lean my head against the window, and put it so I can just see the side of my car, then when I'm sitting straight it shows me the blind spot. You want cars to disappear from from the rear view and immediately appear in the side ones.","human_ref_B":"Any combination of mirrors is intended as an aim and does not replace or devalue the need to turn and look before proceeding with any intended maneuver.  It's purely a subjective aid in whatever way assist you in being an attentive driver. If keeping your vehicle in frame helps you, have at it. If using a rearview as centerstage and adjusting the sides so there's no overlapping view, by all means. They should help you keep an eye on your immediate and impending hazards, whatever angles or scene does that for you. Mirrors are terrible for gauging relative proximity. Do not rely on mirrors alone to determine if it is safe to proceed","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3631.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iif7fok","c_root_id_B":"iiecupz","created_at_utc_A":1659297993,"created_at_utc_B":1659285074,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I lean my head against the window, and put it so I can just see the side of my car, then when I'm sitting straight it shows me the blind spot. You want cars to disappear from from the rear view and immediately appear in the side ones.","human_ref_B":"When I was taking my license the driving teacher told me to angle them so I saw a little bit of the rear end of the car. That is what I have been doing ever since.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12919.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiexoh7","c_root_id_B":"iietilx","created_at_utc_A":1659293794,"created_at_utc_B":1659292065,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I do this.  Here's a link that talks about a paper the SAE published in 1995 that suggested this to eliminate blind spots. It will feel weird at first, but you'll be sold once you see a car move from your rear view mirror to your side mirror to your peripheral vision without ever losing sight of it.","human_ref_B":"I start by angling them so I see car just at the inner edge, then I nudge them out until I cannot see the car anymore to maximize my viewing area","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1729.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiexoh7","c_root_id_B":"iiecupz","created_at_utc_A":1659293794,"created_at_utc_B":1659285074,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I do this.  Here's a link that talks about a paper the SAE published in 1995 that suggested this to eliminate blind spots. It will feel weird at first, but you'll be sold once you see a car move from your rear view mirror to your side mirror to your peripheral vision without ever losing sight of it.","human_ref_B":"When I was taking my license the driving teacher told me to angle them so I saw a little bit of the rear end of the car. That is what I have been doing ever since.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8720.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iietilx","c_root_id_B":"iiez15z","created_at_utc_A":1659292065,"created_at_utc_B":1659294362,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I start by angling them so I see car just at the inner edge, then I nudge them out until I cannot see the car anymore to maximize my viewing area","human_ref_B":"Any combination of mirrors is intended as an aim and does not replace or devalue the need to turn and look before proceeding with any intended maneuver.  It's purely a subjective aid in whatever way assist you in being an attentive driver. If keeping your vehicle in frame helps you, have at it. If using a rearview as centerstage and adjusting the sides so there's no overlapping view, by all means. They should help you keep an eye on your immediate and impending hazards, whatever angles or scene does that for you. Mirrors are terrible for gauging relative proximity. Do not rely on mirrors alone to determine if it is safe to proceed","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2297.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wcriyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"May sound dumb, but how do you position your side mirrors? Like do you angle it so it shows a little bit of the car body without you leaning\/turning your body to the mirror? Do you have it so you can just see the back passenger handle? Any information will help.  I think I over angle my mirrors if that makes sense and I need help knowing the general view I should have when looking into them","c_root_id_A":"iiez15z","c_root_id_B":"iiecupz","created_at_utc_A":1659294362,"created_at_utc_B":1659285074,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Any combination of mirrors is intended as an aim and does not replace or devalue the need to turn and look before proceeding with any intended maneuver.  It's purely a subjective aid in whatever way assist you in being an attentive driver. If keeping your vehicle in frame helps you, have at it. If using a rearview as centerstage and adjusting the sides so there's no overlapping view, by all means. They should help you keep an eye on your immediate and impending hazards, whatever angles or scene does that for you. Mirrors are terrible for gauging relative proximity. Do not rely on mirrors alone to determine if it is safe to proceed","human_ref_B":"When I was taking my license the driving teacher told me to angle them so I saw a little bit of the rear end of the car. That is what I have been doing ever since.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9288.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5mlsbk","c_root_id_B":"g5mku9q","created_at_utc_A":1600373963,"created_at_utc_B":1600373618,"score_A":21,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"buy one of those exorcism crosses from etsy and hang it on the rear-view mirror next to the air-freshner. Whoever you killed will hopefully stop haunting your car.","human_ref_B":"Seek medical help.  the only thing i can think of outside of checked fluids may be if the hybrid battery wasn't venting properly and simultaneously breaking down, releasing Hydrogen Sulfide into the cabin... but if you drove with all the windows down, i can't imagine a battery pack generating enough that would impact your health in a non-enclosed space.      I severely doubt this is the problem, but it's one thing a mechanic may not have checked.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":345.0,"score_ratio":4.2}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nyuag","c_root_id_B":"g5mv744","created_at_utc_A":1600398089,"created_at_utc_B":1600377572,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","human_ref_B":"It sounds like an exhaust leak to me, but any exhaust leak big enough to have that strong of an effect that quickly would be pretty easy to find. It would also probably be super loud.  Also, typically CO poisoning gets you when you're sitting in the car with the engine running but parked. At 80mph it's just not going to get into the cabin at a high enough concentration to do anything...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20517.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nyuag","c_root_id_B":"g5n73cn","created_at_utc_A":1600398089,"created_at_utc_B":1600382778,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","human_ref_B":"See a doctor. Sounds like low blood sugar, blood pressure or a panic attack to me. But I\u2019m just a guy on the internet, I\u2019d say your car is fine and what you saw bouncing was probably a rock \/ road debris","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15311.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5n7dv6","c_root_id_B":"g5nyuag","created_at_utc_A":1600382943,"created_at_utc_B":1600398089,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Maybe the thing you hit released some sort of chemical agent that somehow got sucked up into the car?","human_ref_B":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15146.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5n93ey","c_root_id_B":"g5nyuag","created_at_utc_A":1600383922,"created_at_utc_B":1600398089,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Did it stop blowing cold air by any chance?","human_ref_B":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14167.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nyuag","c_root_id_B":"g5n9gok","created_at_utc_A":1600398089,"created_at_utc_B":1600384133,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","human_ref_B":"I am not sure about the battery on a hybrid. Could there be some unprotected mishap with the battery? Overcharging. Too much heat. Chemical reaction. A connection that has melted the casing and exposed and damaged the battery?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13956.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nijx6","c_root_id_B":"g5nyuag","created_at_utc_A":1600389311,"created_at_utc_B":1600398089,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You can try going to your mechanic and have him get samples of the fluids in the car for you to smell and see if there\u2019s a trigger","human_ref_B":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8778.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nksj4","c_root_id_B":"g5nyuag","created_at_utc_A":1600390514,"created_at_utc_B":1600398089,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I would say carbon monoxide poisoning... maybe something hit the exhaust or the catalytic converters and cause a leak and it\u2019s now coming into the car?  I would see a doctor first and check for carbon monoxide  poisoning and go from there.","human_ref_B":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7575.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5ntd8h","c_root_id_B":"g5nyuag","created_at_utc_A":1600395088,"created_at_utc_B":1600398089,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"That sounds like you had a panic attack.","human_ref_B":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3001.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nxpfw","c_root_id_B":"g5nyuag","created_at_utc_A":1600397472,"created_at_utc_B":1600398089,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Doctor here. You should see a doctor about this. This isn\u2019t the typical presentation for carbon monoxide poisoning and wouldn\u2019t go away this quickly. Most likely this is a strange vasovagal reaction but the symptoms, especially the quick loss of peripheral vision, are enough to rule out the worrisome things (which it probably isn\u2019t but not worth taking the risk of avoiding it). Do you have headaches often? Migraines do some strange stuff and could completely be consistent with this.","human_ref_B":"This happened once to me in gym class, I collapsed to the floor. Still have no idea what it was. There isn't anything in a car that can do that that doesn't have an obvious smell to it, gas, exhaust, coolant, various oils.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":617.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5obblq","c_root_id_B":"g5mv744","created_at_utc_A":1600406331,"created_at_utc_B":1600377572,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","human_ref_B":"It sounds like an exhaust leak to me, but any exhaust leak big enough to have that strong of an effect that quickly would be pretty easy to find. It would also probably be super loud.  Also, typically CO poisoning gets you when you're sitting in the car with the engine running but parked. At 80mph it's just not going to get into the cabin at a high enough concentration to do anything...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":28759.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5obblq","c_root_id_B":"g5n73cn","created_at_utc_A":1600406331,"created_at_utc_B":1600382778,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","human_ref_B":"See a doctor. Sounds like low blood sugar, blood pressure or a panic attack to me. But I\u2019m just a guy on the internet, I\u2019d say your car is fine and what you saw bouncing was probably a rock \/ road debris","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23553.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5n7dv6","c_root_id_B":"g5obblq","created_at_utc_A":1600382943,"created_at_utc_B":1600406331,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Maybe the thing you hit released some sort of chemical agent that somehow got sucked up into the car?","human_ref_B":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23388.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5n93ey","c_root_id_B":"g5obblq","created_at_utc_A":1600383922,"created_at_utc_B":1600406331,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Did it stop blowing cold air by any chance?","human_ref_B":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22409.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5obblq","c_root_id_B":"g5n9gok","created_at_utc_A":1600406331,"created_at_utc_B":1600384133,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","human_ref_B":"I am not sure about the battery on a hybrid. Could there be some unprotected mishap with the battery? Overcharging. Too much heat. Chemical reaction. A connection that has melted the casing and exposed and damaged the battery?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22198.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nijx6","c_root_id_B":"g5obblq","created_at_utc_A":1600389311,"created_at_utc_B":1600406331,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You can try going to your mechanic and have him get samples of the fluids in the car for you to smell and see if there\u2019s a trigger","human_ref_B":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17020.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5nksj4","c_root_id_B":"g5obblq","created_at_utc_A":1600390514,"created_at_utc_B":1600406331,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would say carbon monoxide poisoning... maybe something hit the exhaust or the catalytic converters and cause a leak and it\u2019s now coming into the car?  I would see a doctor first and check for carbon monoxide  poisoning and go from there.","human_ref_B":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15817.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5obblq","c_root_id_B":"g5ntd8h","created_at_utc_A":1600406331,"created_at_utc_B":1600395088,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","human_ref_B":"That sounds like you had a panic attack.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11243.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5obblq","c_root_id_B":"g5nxpfw","created_at_utc_A":1600406331,"created_at_utc_B":1600397472,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","human_ref_B":"Doctor here. You should see a doctor about this. This isn\u2019t the typical presentation for carbon monoxide poisoning and wouldn\u2019t go away this quickly. Most likely this is a strange vasovagal reaction but the symptoms, especially the quick loss of peripheral vision, are enough to rule out the worrisome things (which it probably isn\u2019t but not worth taking the risk of avoiding it). Do you have headaches often? Migraines do some strange stuff and could completely be consistent with this.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8859.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iuqwtc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I was driving down the highway, smelt something and then all of a sudden lost my vision, heart started racing and had to throw up. Mechanic says he can't find anything wrong. 2012 Honda Civic - what in the world happened that no one is thinking of? Hi car guys!     So, I just got off of the phone with my mechanic and am sitting here in a very confused state. The first thing that popped into my head was to google \"car help\" and \"Reddit\" - I need you guys. Here's what's going on with me: I drive a 2012 Honda Civic. I don't know if I need to specify it's a hybrid - I know nothing about cars and if that's an assumed thing with this vehicle. Last Friday, I was doing 80 down the highway in the left lane, heard something hit the bottom of my car, looked in the rearview just out of reaction and saw a little black thing bouncing to the next car behind me. Nothing major.  So, not even 3 minutes later, you guys, my vision on the sides goes black, my heart is RACING and I feel like I have to puke. I pull over to the shoulder, flung the door open and got out with the dog. I was bent over the median, breathing and trying to regain my composure when luckily a state cop came up behind me and helped me out. I told him, \"I was driving perfectly fine, I THINK I heard or felt something scrape or hit the bottom of the car - but nothing bigger than a normal like, rock or take out cup, and then I smelt a weird smell in my car through the AC, lost my peripheral vision, heart started going wild and I had to throw up.\" He's looking at me like I'm insane. He says that he sees no leak, to get back in my car and keep going - that I am fine.   I get back in, I start the car up, I pull back into the flow of traffic and within a minute, I feel sick again and think I smell a weird smell. I'm not talking eggs, it was not sulfuric at all. There WAS a mix of a gas smell, but the only way I can accurately and best describe it is just: \"chemically\". So I feel sick, get off the closest exit, pull into the truck stop, turn it off and get out and walk away from it again with my dog. For 3 hours, I sat and waited for a tow. I ended up having it towed to the mechanic's because every time I tried turning it on and getting it going, I would feel sick and have to throw up. It was so BIZARRE. My dad calls, says \"roll down all of your windows, turn off all AC\/heat\/everything and pull your mask up over your face, tell me what happens.\" I do this, I'm fine for like 5 minutes, then it hits again and I get sick and I turn it off. That's when I did decide to have it towed, cause he said that was too weird to chance me driving it back myself.   I had it dropped off at the mechanic's and it's been there a week now. I just got off of the phone with him, finally, and he's like, \"....I cannot find anything wrong with it. I checked your fluids, I've been looking, but nothing. Your Hybrid light just came on, that's new, so I don't know if it's that but I'm going to keep looking and I'll call you back tonight again,\" and now here I am. I trust our guy with everything - I've gone to him for like 8 years now - he isn't full of shit. I am sitting here questioning my sanity now though. What in the WORLD happened, is happening and is going to happen if I drive it again!? I am now like, \"Did your body freak out and you had a weird attack and it had nothing to do with the car?\" I'll tell you, that's never happened to me before but I guess there's a first for everything.  Again, 2012 Honda Civic, Hybrid. Bought from a dealership in 2017. We have 100k miles on it right now. Have had zero issues with it and we keep up with it like it's our baby. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"g5obblq","c_root_id_B":"g5o4x2k","created_at_utc_A":1600406331,"created_at_utc_B":1600401731,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you may have pierced your battery, the symptoms of Hydrogen sulfide poisoning sound similar to what you experienced, and batteries will give off a weird metallic smell.","human_ref_B":"You probably need a blood tests, I would guessa vitamin deficiency of some sort.  I know a guy who literally wasn\u2019t getting enough salt and this happened.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4600.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"vlxi5j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Muffler shop damaged my paint and tried to hide it, I confronted them but they deny and dodge me, what can I do? I took my 2022 Subaru BRZ to a well-reviewed family owned muffler shop 10 days ago and had them install an exhaust for me. Last Friday while washing my car I found this damage on my car, paint completely stripped off under my passenger door, and a lazy attempt to hide it. I keep my car in a secured garage and hadn\u2019t taken it to a different shop aside from them. My mechanic friends confirmed it and said the damage was right where an  arm from a 2-post lift would swing under if the tech was careless and didn\u2019t realize my car sits lower than your typical SUV, so he swung it under without checking and damaged it.  On Friday I called the muffler shop owner politely asking them if it was them, and he denied and said his tech didn\u2019t do it and that they were \u201cgood guys\u201d. I was furious because clearly they wouldn\u2019t admit if if they tried to cover it up with white tape. I then asked him for the security footage and he told me he\u2019d \u201cspeak with his superior\u201d and get back to me next week, and that he also believes nothing happened. This morning I called him again and he kept dodging me, saying he\u2019ll get back to me later and that his superior wasn\u2019t in yet (but reviews state that he himself is the owner) and he thinks that they didn\u2019t do it. He is refusing to show me the security footage, which I\u2019m unsure if there was any in the first place and I\u2019m losing my patience.   I\u2019m planning on heading over today during my work lunch break in person, any advice on this?","c_root_id_A":"idxz9x1","c_root_id_B":"idxzahu","created_at_utc_A":1656345857,"created_at_utc_B":1656345863,"score_A":9,"score_B":26,"human_ref_A":"You'll be hard pressed to get them to admit to it and proving they did it after you already left is even more difficult.  Hard lesson to be learned but it's important to do a thorough lookover of your car before leaving any shop that works on it.  It helps also to do a quick video walk around before you let them have it.  I've had wheels refinished by having evidence they scratched them up before mounting tires.","human_ref_B":"I'm gonna be real with you-even if you had the resources to pursue this, it's probably not gonna work out for you. Your theory makes sense and I'd bet it was correct, but what can you prove in court?  You had the car for over a week, anything could have happened in that time.  If it were my car, I'd order the correct touch up paint and deal with it myself using a ChrisFix video as a guide. It'll take less time and money than forcing accountability. If there were more severe damage it'd be a different story, but in this case I'd say leave a bad review, deal with it yourself, and move on.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6.0,"score_ratio":2.8888888889}
{"post_id":"vlxi5j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Muffler shop damaged my paint and tried to hide it, I confronted them but they deny and dodge me, what can I do? I took my 2022 Subaru BRZ to a well-reviewed family owned muffler shop 10 days ago and had them install an exhaust for me. Last Friday while washing my car I found this damage on my car, paint completely stripped off under my passenger door, and a lazy attempt to hide it. I keep my car in a secured garage and hadn\u2019t taken it to a different shop aside from them. My mechanic friends confirmed it and said the damage was right where an  arm from a 2-post lift would swing under if the tech was careless and didn\u2019t realize my car sits lower than your typical SUV, so he swung it under without checking and damaged it.  On Friday I called the muffler shop owner politely asking them if it was them, and he denied and said his tech didn\u2019t do it and that they were \u201cgood guys\u201d. I was furious because clearly they wouldn\u2019t admit if if they tried to cover it up with white tape. I then asked him for the security footage and he told me he\u2019d \u201cspeak with his superior\u201d and get back to me next week, and that he also believes nothing happened. This morning I called him again and he kept dodging me, saying he\u2019ll get back to me later and that his superior wasn\u2019t in yet (but reviews state that he himself is the owner) and he thinks that they didn\u2019t do it. He is refusing to show me the security footage, which I\u2019m unsure if there was any in the first place and I\u2019m losing my patience.   I\u2019m planning on heading over today during my work lunch break in person, any advice on this?","c_root_id_A":"idxt59n","c_root_id_B":"idxzahu","created_at_utc_A":1656343332,"created_at_utc_B":1656345863,"score_A":7,"score_B":26,"human_ref_A":"\"The Great Case of the Superficial Scratch\" by Newcar McGee? Good kids book. In the end, the protagonist just moves on with his life.","human_ref_B":"I'm gonna be real with you-even if you had the resources to pursue this, it's probably not gonna work out for you. Your theory makes sense and I'd bet it was correct, but what can you prove in court?  You had the car for over a week, anything could have happened in that time.  If it were my car, I'd order the correct touch up paint and deal with it myself using a ChrisFix video as a guide. It'll take less time and money than forcing accountability. If there were more severe damage it'd be a different story, but in this case I'd say leave a bad review, deal with it yourself, and move on.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2531.0,"score_ratio":3.7142857143}
{"post_id":"vlxi5j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Muffler shop damaged my paint and tried to hide it, I confronted them but they deny and dodge me, what can I do? I took my 2022 Subaru BRZ to a well-reviewed family owned muffler shop 10 days ago and had them install an exhaust for me. Last Friday while washing my car I found this damage on my car, paint completely stripped off under my passenger door, and a lazy attempt to hide it. I keep my car in a secured garage and hadn\u2019t taken it to a different shop aside from them. My mechanic friends confirmed it and said the damage was right where an  arm from a 2-post lift would swing under if the tech was careless and didn\u2019t realize my car sits lower than your typical SUV, so he swung it under without checking and damaged it.  On Friday I called the muffler shop owner politely asking them if it was them, and he denied and said his tech didn\u2019t do it and that they were \u201cgood guys\u201d. I was furious because clearly they wouldn\u2019t admit if if they tried to cover it up with white tape. I then asked him for the security footage and he told me he\u2019d \u201cspeak with his superior\u201d and get back to me next week, and that he also believes nothing happened. This morning I called him again and he kept dodging me, saying he\u2019ll get back to me later and that his superior wasn\u2019t in yet (but reviews state that he himself is the owner) and he thinks that they didn\u2019t do it. He is refusing to show me the security footage, which I\u2019m unsure if there was any in the first place and I\u2019m losing my patience.   I\u2019m planning on heading over today during my work lunch break in person, any advice on this?","c_root_id_A":"idxt59n","c_root_id_B":"idxz9x1","created_at_utc_A":1656343332,"created_at_utc_B":1656345857,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"\"The Great Case of the Superficial Scratch\" by Newcar McGee? Good kids book. In the end, the protagonist just moves on with his life.","human_ref_B":"You'll be hard pressed to get them to admit to it and proving they did it after you already left is even more difficult.  Hard lesson to be learned but it's important to do a thorough lookover of your car before leaving any shop that works on it.  It helps also to do a quick video walk around before you let them have it.  I've had wheels refinished by having evidence they scratched them up before mounting tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2525.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"vlxi5j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Muffler shop damaged my paint and tried to hide it, I confronted them but they deny and dodge me, what can I do? I took my 2022 Subaru BRZ to a well-reviewed family owned muffler shop 10 days ago and had them install an exhaust for me. Last Friday while washing my car I found this damage on my car, paint completely stripped off under my passenger door, and a lazy attempt to hide it. I keep my car in a secured garage and hadn\u2019t taken it to a different shop aside from them. My mechanic friends confirmed it and said the damage was right where an  arm from a 2-post lift would swing under if the tech was careless and didn\u2019t realize my car sits lower than your typical SUV, so he swung it under without checking and damaged it.  On Friday I called the muffler shop owner politely asking them if it was them, and he denied and said his tech didn\u2019t do it and that they were \u201cgood guys\u201d. I was furious because clearly they wouldn\u2019t admit if if they tried to cover it up with white tape. I then asked him for the security footage and he told me he\u2019d \u201cspeak with his superior\u201d and get back to me next week, and that he also believes nothing happened. This morning I called him again and he kept dodging me, saying he\u2019ll get back to me later and that his superior wasn\u2019t in yet (but reviews state that he himself is the owner) and he thinks that they didn\u2019t do it. He is refusing to show me the security footage, which I\u2019m unsure if there was any in the first place and I\u2019m losing my patience.   I\u2019m planning on heading over today during my work lunch break in person, any advice on this?","c_root_id_A":"idylmsh","c_root_id_B":"idyovqx","created_at_utc_A":1656354776,"created_at_utc_B":1656356130,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You're only only legal option is small claims court and frankly you'll never prove it was them. If there ever was any cctv footage, it's gone now. You probably shouldn't have asked the owner to view the footage.","human_ref_B":"There is a local mobil outfit in my town that does small paint and dent repair, they custom match and blend colors on the fly out of their work van, they do rock chips, scratches, and the like. Find something similar around you, have them give you a quote, probably a couple hundred bucks at most, and they come to you.   Do you have comprehensive insurance coverage? Might consider a claim.  In California You can file a complaint with bureau of automotive repair, the division of the department of consumer affairs that oversees automotive repair and the Smog Check program. They issue the auto repair dealer licenses necessary to be in business and will send an agent out to investigate most complaints.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1354.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gahxhaw","c_root_id_B":"gai164z","created_at_utc_A":1603984749,"created_at_utc_B":1603986495,"score_A":16,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Won't some cars prevent that shift into reverse?","human_ref_B":"Hope for the best, hit something cheap","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1746.0,"score_ratio":1.0625}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gai164z","c_root_id_B":"gahxud7","created_at_utc_A":1603986495,"created_at_utc_B":1603984923,"score_A":17,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Hope for the best, hit something cheap","human_ref_B":"What's it got, Stuntman?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1572.0,"score_ratio":8.5}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gai5qo4","c_root_id_B":"gahxud7","created_at_utc_A":1603988634,"created_at_utc_B":1603984923,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The best thing you can do is be prepared.    Check out the options on your vehicle. Does the shifter have an \"M\" option? Or, after D(drive) does it have \"2\" and \"1\"? This allows for manual shifting your automatic transmission, specifically shifting down.   Obviously situation dictates options, if you're doing 80 on the freeway and find you have no brakes, you might not want to go straight down to 2nd gear. But below 40mph, you can shift down to 2nd and the engine will slow the vehicle. Then below about 15mph you could go down to 1st, then shut off the vehicle and coast to a stop.    Another tip, if your brakes go out, do **NOT** shut the vehicle off! You'll lose power steering and make stopping safely harder.    If you're going very fast, shift the vehicle to N (neutral) and apply light pressure to your emergency brake. It won't stop you immediately, but you can slowly add more pressure to safely slow down without burning out your only brake.","human_ref_B":"What's it got, Stuntman?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3711.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gahxud7","c_root_id_B":"gai92re","created_at_utc_A":1603984923,"created_at_utc_B":1603990175,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What's it got, Stuntman?","human_ref_B":"Full send!  Hit the gas harder and aim for anything that looks like a ramp.  It will be a sweet death.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5252.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gahxud7","c_root_id_B":"gai7pxt","created_at_utc_A":1603984923,"created_at_utc_B":1603989551,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What's it got, Stuntman?","human_ref_B":"When in doubt, throttle out.  Brakes are for quitters.     No seriously though.  You either won't be able to do that or it'll destroy something in the driveline.  Down shift,  lightly try the parking brake, if you can hopefully not lock up the wheels.  You can shut the car off in drive if it's an auto. That might help.  Other than that. Try to avoid pedestrians and anything too solid.  Poles, walls, etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4628.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gahxud7","c_root_id_B":"gaindm5","created_at_utc_A":1603984923,"created_at_utc_B":1603996080,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What's it got, Stuntman?","human_ref_B":"Something I didn't see anyone else mention is to keep rapidly pumping the brakes.  There may be residual fluid in the lines and pumping them may allow for them to pump up and stop the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11157.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gaie85t","c_root_id_B":"gaindm5","created_at_utc_A":1603992445,"created_at_utc_B":1603996080,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Every situation varies, I believe there is no correct answer. Just tougher decisions have to be made in tougher scenarios. In the middle of farmland with no other cars around for 50 miles? Put the car in N and coast to a slow steady stop. Downtown in a big city and the throttle sticks open and the brake lines burst open? Might have to sideswipe a barrier to slow down quickly enough to avoid a more serious accident. A friend put my truck into park once at low speed and it stopped instantly, lol.","human_ref_B":"Something I didn't see anyone else mention is to keep rapidly pumping the brakes.  There may be residual fluid in the lines and pumping them may allow for them to pump up and stop the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3635.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gajn4zb","c_root_id_B":"gahxud7","created_at_utc_A":1604013090,"created_at_utc_B":1603984923,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Turn the radio up.","human_ref_B":"What's it got, Stuntman?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":28167.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gajn4zb","c_root_id_B":"gaie85t","created_at_utc_A":1604013090,"created_at_utc_B":1603992445,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Turn the radio up.","human_ref_B":"Every situation varies, I believe there is no correct answer. Just tougher decisions have to be made in tougher scenarios. In the middle of farmland with no other cars around for 50 miles? Put the car in N and coast to a slow steady stop. Downtown in a big city and the throttle sticks open and the brake lines burst open? Might have to sideswipe a barrier to slow down quickly enough to avoid a more serious accident. A friend put my truck into park once at low speed and it stopped instantly, lol.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20645.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"jkbqku","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If your car is out of control and the brakes have failed, will putting it in the reverse gear slow down the car, and what would the best alternative thing to do be in this scenario?","c_root_id_A":"gajn4zb","c_root_id_B":"gaj7sxs","created_at_utc_A":1604013090,"created_at_utc_B":1604005215,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Turn the radio up.","human_ref_B":"I saw a video saying if you lose control of your car, put it in neutral. The video displayed an SUV but I also read it in an \u201carticle\u201d for sedans. The video says that pulling your key out of the ignition will just cause the steering wheel to lock when you try to turn, and another thing I\u2019m forgetting. But it ends with saying to put your car in neutral if it\u2019s accelerating and you can\u2019t stop it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7875.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhl1c","c_root_id_B":"ejyj06w","created_at_utc_A":1554223245,"created_at_utc_B":1554224188,"score_A":25,"score_B":33,"human_ref_A":"Rich friend just bought a WRX (which to be fair DOES have a turbo at least) *points at the alternator* \"It's got a turbo\"","human_ref_B":"\u201cThe engine isn\u2019t turning over. Take out the spark plugs and put a few drops of oil. The piston is just sticking to the cylinder walls. Gotta give it some lubrication\u201d  -18 year old kid who had a supra with an NA 6cyl in it.   Like no. Here is a wrench.. try turning to crank over by hand. You can\u2019t. It\u2019s fucking seized mate.   He started tearing up, telling me I was wrong. Got mad then tried fighting me. Sent him home. Started talking mad shit about me and the company. Found out he took our parts van with our logo on it to car meets. Saw videos of him drifting the fucking thing.   Told him to get his car towed off our property. Only employees are allowed back here. Basically fired him.   What a fucking idiot.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":943.0,"score_ratio":1.32}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyj06w","c_root_id_B":"ejyhv8h","created_at_utc_A":1554224188,"created_at_utc_B":1554223434,"score_A":33,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"\u201cThe engine isn\u2019t turning over. Take out the spark plugs and put a few drops of oil. The piston is just sticking to the cylinder walls. Gotta give it some lubrication\u201d  -18 year old kid who had a supra with an NA 6cyl in it.   Like no. Here is a wrench.. try turning to crank over by hand. You can\u2019t. It\u2019s fucking seized mate.   He started tearing up, telling me I was wrong. Got mad then tried fighting me. Sent him home. Started talking mad shit about me and the company. Found out he took our parts van with our logo on it to car meets. Saw videos of him drifting the fucking thing.   Told him to get his car towed off our property. Only employees are allowed back here. Basically fired him.   What a fucking idiot.","human_ref_B":"The 3800 on the Pontiac Grand Prix means 380 HP","labels":1,"seconds_difference":754.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhhhd","c_root_id_B":"ejyj06w","created_at_utc_A":1554223179,"created_at_utc_B":1554224188,"score_A":7,"score_B":33,"human_ref_A":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","human_ref_B":"\u201cThe engine isn\u2019t turning over. Take out the spark plugs and put a few drops of oil. The piston is just sticking to the cylinder walls. Gotta give it some lubrication\u201d  -18 year old kid who had a supra with an NA 6cyl in it.   Like no. Here is a wrench.. try turning to crank over by hand. You can\u2019t. It\u2019s fucking seized mate.   He started tearing up, telling me I was wrong. Got mad then tried fighting me. Sent him home. Started talking mad shit about me and the company. Found out he took our parts van with our logo on it to car meets. Saw videos of him drifting the fucking thing.   Told him to get his car towed off our property. Only employees are allowed back here. Basically fired him.   What a fucking idiot.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1009.0,"score_ratio":4.7142857143}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhl1c","c_root_id_B":"ejyj70q","created_at_utc_A":1554223245,"created_at_utc_B":1554224315,"score_A":25,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Rich friend just bought a WRX (which to be fair DOES have a turbo at least) *points at the alternator* \"It's got a turbo\"","human_ref_B":"A few of my favorites:  \u201cIt\u2019s amazing how diesels can make all that power with out any moving parts\u201d  \u201cHow do automatic cars know when you want to be in reverse?\u201d (Thinking because she has to move the lever into drive that her car had a manual transmission)  \u201cMy check engine light came on so I added 4 qts of oil and now it\u2019s smoking\u201d -why did you add 4 qts? \u201cI dunno, the light came on\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1070.0,"score_ratio":1.16}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhl1c","c_root_id_B":"ejyq5s3","created_at_utc_A":1554223245,"created_at_utc_B":1554228883,"score_A":25,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Rich friend just bought a WRX (which to be fair DOES have a turbo at least) *points at the alternator* \"It's got a turbo\"","human_ref_B":"Used to drive an old cop car many years ago. The amount of older white dudes that would approach me while pumping gas was astounding. Every single one would comment or tell me something about my own car, and every single one would be wrong.  \"That got the cop package? Ya know it has a special chip, man that thing must fly!\"  Nope, just a crown vic.  \"That there have the cop special pack? Has a big ol mustang motor makes like 400hp right?\"  Nope, slow crown vic.  One guy actually argued with me.  \"those things are supercharged for the cops!\"  No, they're not, they're just a regular 4.6L V8 that comes in all crown vics  \"Nope, that car is supercharged, they do like 180mph\"  I can assure you, I drive the car everyday, it's not supercharged  \"Well they probably remove it before selling it to the public.\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5638.0,"score_ratio":1.16}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhhhd","c_root_id_B":"ejyhl1c","created_at_utc_A":1554223179,"created_at_utc_B":1554223245,"score_A":7,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","human_ref_B":"Rich friend just bought a WRX (which to be fair DOES have a turbo at least) *points at the alternator* \"It's got a turbo\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":66.0,"score_ratio":3.5714285714}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyj70q","c_root_id_B":"ejyhv8h","created_at_utc_A":1554224315,"created_at_utc_B":1554223434,"score_A":29,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"A few of my favorites:  \u201cIt\u2019s amazing how diesels can make all that power with out any moving parts\u201d  \u201cHow do automatic cars know when you want to be in reverse?\u201d (Thinking because she has to move the lever into drive that her car had a manual transmission)  \u201cMy check engine light came on so I added 4 qts of oil and now it\u2019s smoking\u201d -why did you add 4 qts? \u201cI dunno, the light came on\u201d","human_ref_B":"The 3800 on the Pontiac Grand Prix means 380 HP","labels":1,"seconds_difference":881.0,"score_ratio":2.4166666667}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhhhd","c_root_id_B":"ejyj70q","created_at_utc_A":1554223179,"created_at_utc_B":1554224315,"score_A":7,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","human_ref_B":"A few of my favorites:  \u201cIt\u2019s amazing how diesels can make all that power with out any moving parts\u201d  \u201cHow do automatic cars know when you want to be in reverse?\u201d (Thinking because she has to move the lever into drive that her car had a manual transmission)  \u201cMy check engine light came on so I added 4 qts of oil and now it\u2019s smoking\u201d -why did you add 4 qts? \u201cI dunno, the light came on\u201d","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1136.0,"score_ratio":4.1428571429}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyq5s3","c_root_id_B":"ejyk1e0","created_at_utc_A":1554228883,"created_at_utc_B":1554224886,"score_A":29,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Used to drive an old cop car many years ago. The amount of older white dudes that would approach me while pumping gas was astounding. Every single one would comment or tell me something about my own car, and every single one would be wrong.  \"That got the cop package? Ya know it has a special chip, man that thing must fly!\"  Nope, just a crown vic.  \"That there have the cop special pack? Has a big ol mustang motor makes like 400hp right?\"  Nope, slow crown vic.  One guy actually argued with me.  \"those things are supercharged for the cops!\"  No, they're not, they're just a regular 4.6L V8 that comes in all crown vics  \"Nope, that car is supercharged, they do like 180mph\"  I can assure you, I drive the car everyday, it's not supercharged  \"Well they probably remove it before selling it to the public.\"","human_ref_B":"You can do wheelies in a front wheel drive car if you have enough power and traction...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3997.0,"score_ratio":1.9333333333}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyq5s3","c_root_id_B":"ejyhv8h","created_at_utc_A":1554228883,"created_at_utc_B":1554223434,"score_A":29,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Used to drive an old cop car many years ago. The amount of older white dudes that would approach me while pumping gas was astounding. Every single one would comment or tell me something about my own car, and every single one would be wrong.  \"That got the cop package? Ya know it has a special chip, man that thing must fly!\"  Nope, just a crown vic.  \"That there have the cop special pack? Has a big ol mustang motor makes like 400hp right?\"  Nope, slow crown vic.  One guy actually argued with me.  \"those things are supercharged for the cops!\"  No, they're not, they're just a regular 4.6L V8 that comes in all crown vics  \"Nope, that car is supercharged, they do like 180mph\"  I can assure you, I drive the car everyday, it's not supercharged  \"Well they probably remove it before selling it to the public.\"","human_ref_B":"The 3800 on the Pontiac Grand Prix means 380 HP","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5449.0,"score_ratio":2.4166666667}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyq5s3","c_root_id_B":"ejyhhhd","created_at_utc_A":1554228883,"created_at_utc_B":1554223179,"score_A":29,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Used to drive an old cop car many years ago. The amount of older white dudes that would approach me while pumping gas was astounding. Every single one would comment or tell me something about my own car, and every single one would be wrong.  \"That got the cop package? Ya know it has a special chip, man that thing must fly!\"  Nope, just a crown vic.  \"That there have the cop special pack? Has a big ol mustang motor makes like 400hp right?\"  Nope, slow crown vic.  One guy actually argued with me.  \"those things are supercharged for the cops!\"  No, they're not, they're just a regular 4.6L V8 that comes in all crown vics  \"Nope, that car is supercharged, they do like 180mph\"  I can assure you, I drive the car everyday, it's not supercharged  \"Well they probably remove it before selling it to the public.\"","human_ref_B":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5704.0,"score_ratio":4.1428571429}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyq5s3","c_root_id_B":"ejyomqg","created_at_utc_A":1554228883,"created_at_utc_B":1554227881,"score_A":29,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Used to drive an old cop car many years ago. The amount of older white dudes that would approach me while pumping gas was astounding. Every single one would comment or tell me something about my own car, and every single one would be wrong.  \"That got the cop package? Ya know it has a special chip, man that thing must fly!\"  Nope, just a crown vic.  \"That there have the cop special pack? Has a big ol mustang motor makes like 400hp right?\"  Nope, slow crown vic.  One guy actually argued with me.  \"those things are supercharged for the cops!\"  No, they're not, they're just a regular 4.6L V8 that comes in all crown vics  \"Nope, that car is supercharged, they do like 180mph\"  I can assure you, I drive the car everyday, it's not supercharged  \"Well they probably remove it before selling it to the public.\"","human_ref_B":"\"Active aerodynamics means you get down force even at 10mph\"...smh","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1002.0,"score_ratio":3.625}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyk1e0","c_root_id_B":"ejyqiu5","created_at_utc_A":1554224886,"created_at_utc_B":1554229115,"score_A":15,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"You can do wheelies in a front wheel drive car if you have enough power and traction...","human_ref_B":"A buddy who considers himself very knowledgable about cars spent an hour with me arguing that FWD was the optimal setup for drag racing.  I just gave up.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4229.0,"score_ratio":1.5333333333}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyqiu5","c_root_id_B":"ejyhv8h","created_at_utc_A":1554229115,"created_at_utc_B":1554223434,"score_A":23,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"A buddy who considers himself very knowledgable about cars spent an hour with me arguing that FWD was the optimal setup for drag racing.  I just gave up.","human_ref_B":"The 3800 on the Pontiac Grand Prix means 380 HP","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5681.0,"score_ratio":1.9166666667}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhhhd","c_root_id_B":"ejyqiu5","created_at_utc_A":1554223179,"created_at_utc_B":1554229115,"score_A":7,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","human_ref_B":"A buddy who considers himself very knowledgable about cars spent an hour with me arguing that FWD was the optimal setup for drag racing.  I just gave up.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5936.0,"score_ratio":3.2857142857}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyomqg","c_root_id_B":"ejyqiu5","created_at_utc_A":1554227881,"created_at_utc_B":1554229115,"score_A":8,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"\"Active aerodynamics means you get down force even at 10mph\"...smh","human_ref_B":"A buddy who considers himself very knowledgable about cars spent an hour with me arguing that FWD was the optimal setup for drag racing.  I just gave up.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1234.0,"score_ratio":2.875}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhv8h","c_root_id_B":"ejyk1e0","created_at_utc_A":1554223434,"created_at_utc_B":1554224886,"score_A":12,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"The 3800 on the Pontiac Grand Prix means 380 HP","human_ref_B":"You can do wheelies in a front wheel drive car if you have enough power and traction...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1452.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyk1e0","c_root_id_B":"ejyhhhd","created_at_utc_A":1554224886,"created_at_utc_B":1554223179,"score_A":15,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"You can do wheelies in a front wheel drive car if you have enough power and traction...","human_ref_B":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1707.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyhhhd","c_root_id_B":"ejyhv8h","created_at_utc_A":1554223179,"created_at_utc_B":1554223434,"score_A":7,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","human_ref_B":"The 3800 on the Pontiac Grand Prix means 380 HP","labels":0,"seconds_difference":255.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"b8l9l4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"This is kinda like an AskReddit post but what\u2019s the stupidest thing you\u2019ve ever heard someone say about cars?","c_root_id_A":"ejyomqg","c_root_id_B":"ejyhhhd","created_at_utc_A":1554227881,"created_at_utc_B":1554223179,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"\"Active aerodynamics means you get down force even at 10mph\"...smh","human_ref_B":"\"Yea my car has a 300hp v8\" - Owner of like a base model 02 chrysler intrepid (v6, 200ish hp?)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4702.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"s95rs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Seriously, why do some people not use their indicators when turning? It\u2019s not that difficult, and I know some of you exist here so speak up.   Indicating to me is an instinct, I indicate even when there\u2019s no other cars around to indicate to. So I don\u2019t get how and why people don\u2019t do it.","c_root_id_A":"htksotx","c_root_id_B":"htkrkzj","created_at_utc_A":1642755740,"created_at_utc_B":1642754897,"score_A":20,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"because the BMW knows where he is going why do YOU need to know where they are going?  plus to them they are a optional accessory","human_ref_B":"Bad drivers make more bad drivers. People basically learn to drive watching their parents, so if their parent's suck, chances are they will, too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":843.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111}
{"post_id":"s95rs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Seriously, why do some people not use their indicators when turning? It\u2019s not that difficult, and I know some of you exist here so speak up.   Indicating to me is an instinct, I indicate even when there\u2019s no other cars around to indicate to. So I don\u2019t get how and why people don\u2019t do it.","c_root_id_A":"htkvchq","c_root_id_B":"htlm3pc","created_at_utc_A":1642757835,"created_at_utc_B":1642774590,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Effort","human_ref_B":"Because people are dumb.  These are the types that expect the oil to last the life of their car, or otherwise think they're better than the rest of us and rules don't apply. Right of way to them means I'm right, get out of my way.  My hubby hit a deer with my explorer. Cracked a headlight lense and broke the front left turn indicator bulb.  Local parts stores (3) didn't have my bulb in stock (COVID shortages\ud83d\ude44). I had to order and wait for stupid bulbs to ship.  The whole time I'm waiting for my shipment, I'm expecting a bad accident at one of our numerous 4-way stops.  The incoming vehicle cannot see I intend to go left.... What if they try to go straight while I went left?  Maybe Mr beemer has a backup car at home, but I'm trying to fix my backup right now, and if I total my car, there goes our whole livelihood.  These are legit the stupid little details that keeps everyone communicating effectively and safe on the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16755.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"s95rs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Seriously, why do some people not use their indicators when turning? It\u2019s not that difficult, and I know some of you exist here so speak up.   Indicating to me is an instinct, I indicate even when there\u2019s no other cars around to indicate to. So I don\u2019t get how and why people don\u2019t do it.","c_root_id_A":"htlec1v","c_root_id_B":"htlm3pc","created_at_utc_A":1642770932,"created_at_utc_B":1642774590,"score_A":2,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Laziness, I assume. It's worse in some places.  If you've ever driven in New Jersey you know that no one uses their signals there. It's incredible.","human_ref_B":"Because people are dumb.  These are the types that expect the oil to last the life of their car, or otherwise think they're better than the rest of us and rules don't apply. Right of way to them means I'm right, get out of my way.  My hubby hit a deer with my explorer. Cracked a headlight lense and broke the front left turn indicator bulb.  Local parts stores (3) didn't have my bulb in stock (COVID shortages\ud83d\ude44). I had to order and wait for stupid bulbs to ship.  The whole time I'm waiting for my shipment, I'm expecting a bad accident at one of our numerous 4-way stops.  The incoming vehicle cannot see I intend to go left.... What if they try to go straight while I went left?  Maybe Mr beemer has a backup car at home, but I'm trying to fix my backup right now, and if I total my car, there goes our whole livelihood.  These are legit the stupid little details that keeps everyone communicating effectively and safe on the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3658.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"s95rs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Seriously, why do some people not use their indicators when turning? It\u2019s not that difficult, and I know some of you exist here so speak up.   Indicating to me is an instinct, I indicate even when there\u2019s no other cars around to indicate to. So I don\u2019t get how and why people don\u2019t do it.","c_root_id_A":"htlec1v","c_root_id_B":"htlq9wd","created_at_utc_A":1642770932,"created_at_utc_B":1642776364,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Laziness, I assume. It's worse in some places.  If you've ever driven in New Jersey you know that no one uses their signals there. It's incredible.","human_ref_B":"They're stupid, lazy, and the concept of consideration for others never even enters their minds.  That's really all there is to it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5432.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s95rs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Seriously, why do some people not use their indicators when turning? It\u2019s not that difficult, and I know some of you exist here so speak up.   Indicating to me is an instinct, I indicate even when there\u2019s no other cars around to indicate to. So I don\u2019t get how and why people don\u2019t do it.","c_root_id_A":"htlec1v","c_root_id_B":"htlo7ft","created_at_utc_A":1642770932,"created_at_utc_B":1642775501,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Laziness, I assume. It's worse in some places.  If you've ever driven in New Jersey you know that no one uses their signals there. It's incredible.","human_ref_B":"if it gets you riled up I suggest spending a few weeks driving in China. people want to turn left? let's cut off everyone going straight. pedestrians? what pedestrians. oh, I drive a semi truck with trailer at night on the highway? nevermind any taillights at all. every other driver is using highbeams anyway, so why bother.  I loved coming back to LA last time I was there. everything seemed to peaceful and serene.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4569.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s95rs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Seriously, why do some people not use their indicators when turning? It\u2019s not that difficult, and I know some of you exist here so speak up.   Indicating to me is an instinct, I indicate even when there\u2019s no other cars around to indicate to. So I don\u2019t get how and why people don\u2019t do it.","c_root_id_A":"htlec1v","c_root_id_B":"htn1f2i","created_at_utc_A":1642770932,"created_at_utc_B":1642793994,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Laziness, I assume. It's worse in some places.  If you've ever driven in New Jersey you know that no one uses their signals there. It's incredible.","human_ref_B":"Storytime:  I put the signal on  Doucher says no, gets 6\u201d off the car in front of him to prevent me from merging  Instead I hit the brakes, fall behind doucher and pass on the left  Get off highway to run errand\u2026.and so does he  Park in the parking lot at the store\u2026.he parks right next to me  He rips his door open to get out and I see a gun. He didn\u2019t even get to raise his before I fired three shots. Shoulder, center mass x2  I watch as he chokes and gasps for breath before dying right in front of me.  Cops show up, throw me in cuffs. Whole big fucking ordeal of calling lawyers and talking to 100 people. No charges.  And I even put the fucking turn signal on. Now I have blood on my hands and that has made me give so little fucks for the lives of others\u2026maybe I\u2019m just looking for a road rage fight now who the fuck cares?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23062.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hnxvb0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Sold a car to a psycho. What to do? I recently today sold my car to a psycho. The car wasn't in bad shape and ran good. 250K miles so it wasn't a top tier car. Today I sold it to a guy and he test drove it for a bit and decided to buy it for 2K. Later he messages me saying he wants his money back and karmas a bitch and he knows alot about me. Not sure what to do here. He must've regretted it or broke the car because it was running perfectly. What would you do? Have some screenshots about what he said to me.","c_root_id_A":"fxec0wl","c_root_id_B":"fxed52s","created_at_utc_A":1594275925,"created_at_utc_B":1594276913,"score_A":27,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"Happy to be the first to comment as I just sold my car for $2k to a guy that seemed normal and he was.  Having said that my car had half the mileage and was a Toyota so it was a fair deal ....   What was the KBV of it?  If it was close to KBV for the given condition forget about it - tell him it was a fair deal and that you have already contacted the police about potential harassment concerns (and then actually do that - they won\u2019t be mad). If you sold it over the KBV (substantially) and something maintenance-wise broke maybe consider a partial refund or just buy it back.    You should always sell used cars with a \u201cno warranty\u201d disclaimer when you make a bill of sale \/ receipt so people cannot hold anything over your head once they pay you and take possession.  Legally you\u2019re probably fine here but for peace of mind consider if you think you actually ripped the guy off at all.    May be worth a grand or two \/ try to sell it to someone else versus letting this hang over your head for days \/ weeks \/ etc.  good luck.    Don\u2019t hesitate to contact police if things get weird.  They will contact the guy or show up on his door step which may make him stop.","human_ref_B":"Police is informed so you can't do anything there, he paid in cash so no need to worry about chargebacks or whatever.  Unless he does something illegal, the worst you can expect is him bringing the car back, to which you don't have to react.  Do not block his number though, idiots like to warn you about the stupid and illegal shit they might want to try","labels":0,"seconds_difference":988.0,"score_ratio":1.2962962963}
{"post_id":"hnxvb0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Sold a car to a psycho. What to do? I recently today sold my car to a psycho. The car wasn't in bad shape and ran good. 250K miles so it wasn't a top tier car. Today I sold it to a guy and he test drove it for a bit and decided to buy it for 2K. Later he messages me saying he wants his money back and karmas a bitch and he knows alot about me. Not sure what to do here. He must've regretted it or broke the car because it was running perfectly. What would you do? Have some screenshots about what he said to me.","c_root_id_A":"fxf2wvh","c_root_id_B":"fxf8r7y","created_at_utc_A":1594299970,"created_at_utc_B":1594303435,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I'm dealing with one of those right now. old school cholo. bought a 170k mile SUV for an ok price, after buying it says he is having some problems, owner cuts him a check for $700 to make him go away. now saying the engine is bad and wants to unwind the deal. subtle threats. we'll probably end up unwinding it, not worth the potential headaches for the lot that can't be proven (eg: future damage to cars when him and his buddies come by at 2am). sometimes you bite it","human_ref_B":"He bought a used car that he test drove and approved of, you don't need to do anything. As far as him threatening or whatever, pffft, sounds like a real badass. I wouldn't worry about it. If he confronts you then call the police, immediately. If he touches you then ruin his day.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3465.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hiig5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Consequences of Illegal Engine Swap in California? Say you were running a JDM engine that wasn't SMOG\/Bar approved in California, what would be the legal consequences if an officer of the law at a traffic stop identified that you had an illegal engine in your vehicle? (Fines, impounded\/crushed, jail time, etc)  Also, say you were running a JDM engine in your vehicle of the same make, say Honda & Honda, how would a cop on a roadside stop be able to identify that your engine was indeed an illegal swap if the JDM engine was stock (no aftermarket air intake, custom headers, etc).","c_root_id_A":"fwgfr0g","c_root_id_B":"fwgihl9","created_at_utc_A":1593505184,"created_at_utc_B":1593507913,"score_A":15,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"They can impound the car.  If you were caught racing some counties will (or used to) crush cars.  Really depends on the county and their attitudes towards modified cars.  If you\u2019re on CA plates with an illegal motor (swapped motor, non carb compliant mods) they can site you to go to the referee.  The referee will do a fine tooth comb check over the car for illegal mods.  If you fail the ref they can hold your registration.  It used to be that you could pay your way out of the referee one time (like $400+).  But you will still need to pass smog.  And if you\u2019re caught again then it\u2019s forsure no registering the car until the ref gives it the pass. (This is all old info atleast 10ish years old now with seeing wuite a few buddies deal this this isssue.  Police views on modded cars does vary heavily on the officer and\/or county).   I\u2019ve had buddies sent to the ref for aftermarket plug wires and fancy grounds\/vacuum lines.  Shit sucks.  Fuck the police","human_ref_B":"lmao here's the thing about california.   it doesn't matter if it's legal, if it looks stock, etc. if the cop thinks it's not legal - to a BAR ref you go. and those guys sure as shit know the difference between a USDM and JDM engine.   street cops don't need to be experts, hell they don't need to know SHIT about cars. they will just send you to a state ref to be dicks.   the CARB is an awful institution.  they can, will, and have impounded and crushed illegal swapped cars before.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2729.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"hiig5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Consequences of Illegal Engine Swap in California? Say you were running a JDM engine that wasn't SMOG\/Bar approved in California, what would be the legal consequences if an officer of the law at a traffic stop identified that you had an illegal engine in your vehicle? (Fines, impounded\/crushed, jail time, etc)  Also, say you were running a JDM engine in your vehicle of the same make, say Honda & Honda, how would a cop on a roadside stop be able to identify that your engine was indeed an illegal swap if the JDM engine was stock (no aftermarket air intake, custom headers, etc).","c_root_id_A":"fwgihl9","c_root_id_B":"fwgfba5","created_at_utc_A":1593507913,"created_at_utc_B":1593504757,"score_A":27,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"lmao here's the thing about california.   it doesn't matter if it's legal, if it looks stock, etc. if the cop thinks it's not legal - to a BAR ref you go. and those guys sure as shit know the difference between a USDM and JDM engine.   street cops don't need to be experts, hell they don't need to know SHIT about cars. they will just send you to a state ref to be dicks.   the CARB is an awful institution.  they can, will, and have impounded and crushed illegal swapped cars before.","human_ref_B":"Depends on the cop, if they're a petrol head they may be able to identify an engine, or at least note that an engine isn't the one thats meant to be there.  As far as the consequences that can also depend on the cop. I definitely think you *could* get impounded but in my experience you'll usually get sent to a CARB referee for an inspection. See you're not necessarily in trouble for the swap, you're in trouble for not being emissions compliant, thus the REF. If you fail the CARB inspection they'll pull your registration at the very least. You may have the opportunity to get emissions compliant and then CARB certified and *then* re-register the vehicle, but depending on whatever was going on when you got pulled over, you might never see the car again either.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3156.0,"score_ratio":2.0769230769}
{"post_id":"hiig5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Consequences of Illegal Engine Swap in California? Say you were running a JDM engine that wasn't SMOG\/Bar approved in California, what would be the legal consequences if an officer of the law at a traffic stop identified that you had an illegal engine in your vehicle? (Fines, impounded\/crushed, jail time, etc)  Also, say you were running a JDM engine in your vehicle of the same make, say Honda & Honda, how would a cop on a roadside stop be able to identify that your engine was indeed an illegal swap if the JDM engine was stock (no aftermarket air intake, custom headers, etc).","c_root_id_A":"fwgfr0g","c_root_id_B":"fwgfba5","created_at_utc_A":1593505184,"created_at_utc_B":1593504757,"score_A":15,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"They can impound the car.  If you were caught racing some counties will (or used to) crush cars.  Really depends on the county and their attitudes towards modified cars.  If you\u2019re on CA plates with an illegal motor (swapped motor, non carb compliant mods) they can site you to go to the referee.  The referee will do a fine tooth comb check over the car for illegal mods.  If you fail the ref they can hold your registration.  It used to be that you could pay your way out of the referee one time (like $400+).  But you will still need to pass smog.  And if you\u2019re caught again then it\u2019s forsure no registering the car until the ref gives it the pass. (This is all old info atleast 10ish years old now with seeing wuite a few buddies deal this this isssue.  Police views on modded cars does vary heavily on the officer and\/or county).   I\u2019ve had buddies sent to the ref for aftermarket plug wires and fancy grounds\/vacuum lines.  Shit sucks.  Fuck the police","human_ref_B":"Depends on the cop, if they're a petrol head they may be able to identify an engine, or at least note that an engine isn't the one thats meant to be there.  As far as the consequences that can also depend on the cop. I definitely think you *could* get impounded but in my experience you'll usually get sent to a CARB referee for an inspection. See you're not necessarily in trouble for the swap, you're in trouble for not being emissions compliant, thus the REF. If you fail the CARB inspection they'll pull your registration at the very least. You may have the opportunity to get emissions compliant and then CARB certified and *then* re-register the vehicle, but depending on whatever was going on when you got pulled over, you might never see the car again either.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":427.0,"score_ratio":1.1538461538}
{"post_id":"uazvpt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best way for me to learn about cars? So I'm 17 and everybody around me is into cars, fixing them, rebuilding them, you get the point. But I want to have an interest in this, but I cannot figure out how to learn, as there is nobody around to teach me about this. And when I say I do not know anything about cars, I mean I do not know anything about cars. When the hood pops, I can point out where the oil and windshield wash goes, and the battery, but that's pretty much it. And under the car too is the same thing I can't point out anything that I know (at least I'm almost confident that I can't). So, what do you recommend that I do to learn about cars, or what do you think I should do to help myself learn about this?","c_root_id_A":"i61xmcr","c_root_id_B":"i61a72t","created_at_utc_A":1650837348,"created_at_utc_B":1650827355,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Honestly, I googled \u201chow do cars work\u201d one day, and that has since been my most expensive google search to date.","human_ref_B":"I'd you haven't done one before, an oil change is the best starter project. You can learn so much about what's in your engine bay from that. It looks overwhelming but I assure you once you get to know a couple of things it comes easy. Any of your car friends would be happy to teach your or there is a YouTube video on doing an oil change for just about every vehicle on YouTube.  If you wanna try doing more work on a car the next thing to do is get the best shop manual for you can find for your car and get fixing\/improving things. Use the internet to diagnose your problem and maybe even get a video of the fix on another car, then you can use your shop manual for your specific car to get the job done.  Of course watch donut media and cleetus and all kinds of car content on YouTube, if you're really interested you can get the lingo down pretty quick.  And it's okay if you do all this and find out cars aren't for you! There are plenty of other (less expensive) hoppies to get into hahaha","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9993.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"uazvpt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best way for me to learn about cars? So I'm 17 and everybody around me is into cars, fixing them, rebuilding them, you get the point. But I want to have an interest in this, but I cannot figure out how to learn, as there is nobody around to teach me about this. And when I say I do not know anything about cars, I mean I do not know anything about cars. When the hood pops, I can point out where the oil and windshield wash goes, and the battery, but that's pretty much it. And under the car too is the same thing I can't point out anything that I know (at least I'm almost confident that I can't). So, what do you recommend that I do to learn about cars, or what do you think I should do to help myself learn about this?","c_root_id_A":"i61vz2u","c_root_id_B":"i61xmcr","created_at_utc_A":1650836618,"created_at_utc_B":1650837348,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"1A Auto YouTube videos were a game changer.  Wanted to impress my wife years ago by fixing her Alero, figured out how to do a front wheel bearing\/hub by watching their videos.","human_ref_B":"Honestly, I googled \u201chow do cars work\u201d one day, and that has since been my most expensive google search to date.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":730.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"uazvpt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best way for me to learn about cars? So I'm 17 and everybody around me is into cars, fixing them, rebuilding them, you get the point. But I want to have an interest in this, but I cannot figure out how to learn, as there is nobody around to teach me about this. And when I say I do not know anything about cars, I mean I do not know anything about cars. When the hood pops, I can point out where the oil and windshield wash goes, and the battery, but that's pretty much it. And under the car too is the same thing I can't point out anything that I know (at least I'm almost confident that I can't). So, what do you recommend that I do to learn about cars, or what do you think I should do to help myself learn about this?","c_root_id_A":"i61ahvl","c_root_id_B":"i61xmcr","created_at_utc_A":1650827481,"created_at_utc_B":1650837348,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Buddy up with a patient person that enjoys tinkering with machines. Ask them if you can be the gopher and official flashlight holder, that you want to learn from them. Some will be flattered and will let you help, but be aware of the nature of a mechanic, quiet is golden.... you don't need to fill every second with chatter.... A large part of mechanicing is studying the problem.   Observe, keep quiet.  Yes, there ARE stupid questions, see above.","human_ref_B":"Honestly, I googled \u201chow do cars work\u201d one day, and that has since been my most expensive google search to date.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9867.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"uazvpt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best way for me to learn about cars? So I'm 17 and everybody around me is into cars, fixing them, rebuilding them, you get the point. But I want to have an interest in this, but I cannot figure out how to learn, as there is nobody around to teach me about this. And when I say I do not know anything about cars, I mean I do not know anything about cars. When the hood pops, I can point out where the oil and windshield wash goes, and the battery, but that's pretty much it. And under the car too is the same thing I can't point out anything that I know (at least I'm almost confident that I can't). So, what do you recommend that I do to learn about cars, or what do you think I should do to help myself learn about this?","c_root_id_A":"i61rpc3","c_root_id_B":"i61xmcr","created_at_utc_A":1650834761,"created_at_utc_B":1650837348,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re 17 so you can get a part time job at a quick lube place. You can make some money while learning.","human_ref_B":"Honestly, I googled \u201chow do cars work\u201d one day, and that has since been my most expensive google search to date.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2587.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"uazvpt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best way for me to learn about cars? So I'm 17 and everybody around me is into cars, fixing them, rebuilding them, you get the point. But I want to have an interest in this, but I cannot figure out how to learn, as there is nobody around to teach me about this. And when I say I do not know anything about cars, I mean I do not know anything about cars. When the hood pops, I can point out where the oil and windshield wash goes, and the battery, but that's pretty much it. And under the car too is the same thing I can't point out anything that I know (at least I'm almost confident that I can't). So, what do you recommend that I do to learn about cars, or what do you think I should do to help myself learn about this?","c_root_id_A":"i61ahvl","c_root_id_B":"i61vz2u","created_at_utc_A":1650827481,"created_at_utc_B":1650836618,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Buddy up with a patient person that enjoys tinkering with machines. Ask them if you can be the gopher and official flashlight holder, that you want to learn from them. Some will be flattered and will let you help, but be aware of the nature of a mechanic, quiet is golden.... you don't need to fill every second with chatter.... A large part of mechanicing is studying the problem.   Observe, keep quiet.  Yes, there ARE stupid questions, see above.","human_ref_B":"1A Auto YouTube videos were a game changer.  Wanted to impress my wife years ago by fixing her Alero, figured out how to do a front wheel bearing\/hub by watching their videos.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9137.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"uazvpt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best way for me to learn about cars? So I'm 17 and everybody around me is into cars, fixing them, rebuilding them, you get the point. But I want to have an interest in this, but I cannot figure out how to learn, as there is nobody around to teach me about this. And when I say I do not know anything about cars, I mean I do not know anything about cars. When the hood pops, I can point out where the oil and windshield wash goes, and the battery, but that's pretty much it. And under the car too is the same thing I can't point out anything that I know (at least I'm almost confident that I can't). So, what do you recommend that I do to learn about cars, or what do you think I should do to help myself learn about this?","c_root_id_A":"i61rpc3","c_root_id_B":"i61vz2u","created_at_utc_A":1650834761,"created_at_utc_B":1650836618,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re 17 so you can get a part time job at a quick lube place. You can make some money while learning.","human_ref_B":"1A Auto YouTube videos were a game changer.  Wanted to impress my wife years ago by fixing her Alero, figured out how to do a front wheel bearing\/hub by watching their videos.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1857.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1imvkx","c_root_id_B":"h1iyoxf","created_at_utc_A":1623507216,"created_at_utc_B":1623513432,"score_A":12,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Every modern car is a target. Low risk and relatively high reward for thieves.  Most every car can have a barrier installed.  We have one Prius that is garage parked and rarely at risk. We have another Prius that will soon go with our son to another city and will most likely be street parked. On this one we recently had installed a Cat Shield ($160 for 2-piece model) plus $90 for a muffler shop to install.  Others have devised other home-grown solutions.","human_ref_B":"FYI the Prius is a favorite for CC thieves because the converter has relatively high amounts of expensive metals.  When you get your cat replaced, put on an anti-theft plate.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6216.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1ii743","c_root_id_B":"h1iyoxf","created_at_utc_A":1623504459,"created_at_utc_B":1623513432,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Yeah you're looking for low ride height but even then if they bring a jack you're right back where you started. Maybe have a muffler shop add some protection around it?","human_ref_B":"FYI the Prius is a favorite for CC thieves because the converter has relatively high amounts of expensive metals.  When you get your cat replaced, put on an anti-theft plate.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8973.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1ii743","c_root_id_B":"h1imvkx","created_at_utc_A":1623504459,"created_at_utc_B":1623507216,"score_A":4,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Yeah you're looking for low ride height but even then if they bring a jack you're right back where you started. Maybe have a muffler shop add some protection around it?","human_ref_B":"Every modern car is a target. Low risk and relatively high reward for thieves.  Most every car can have a barrier installed.  We have one Prius that is garage parked and rarely at risk. We have another Prius that will soon go with our son to another city and will most likely be street parked. On this one we recently had installed a Cat Shield ($160 for 2-piece model) plus $90 for a muffler shop to install.  Others have devised other home-grown solutions.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2757.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1iz2p0","c_root_id_B":"h1ii743","created_at_utc_A":1623513629,"created_at_utc_B":1623504459,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"\u201872 Chevy Nova","human_ref_B":"Yeah you're looking for low ride height but even then if they bring a jack you're right back where you started. Maybe have a muffler shop add some protection around it?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9170.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1jqviy","c_root_id_B":"h1ii743","created_at_utc_A":1623527671,"created_at_utc_B":1623504459,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"God, how shitty is it that this is question that needs to be asked?? People are such assholes.","human_ref_B":"Yeah you're looking for low ride height but even then if they bring a jack you're right back where you started. Maybe have a muffler shop add some protection around it?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23212.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1jqviy","c_root_id_B":"h1jkw54","created_at_utc_A":1623527671,"created_at_utc_B":1623524531,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"God, how shitty is it that this is question that needs to be asked?? People are such assholes.","human_ref_B":"Anything straight-piped.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3140.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1j7iec","c_root_id_B":"h1jqviy","created_at_utc_A":1623517881,"created_at_utc_B":1623527671,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I heard some of those older Hondas were already so efficient their cats are tiny something, and people usually go for cats on older or larger vehicles.","human_ref_B":"God, how shitty is it that this is question that needs to be asked?? People are such assholes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9790.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1jdi8w","c_root_id_B":"h1jqviy","created_at_utc_A":1623520801,"created_at_utc_B":1623527671,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I didn\u2019t know cat theft was a thing. Lol. How much do they sell cats for in the stolen market? Do they recycle unto another car or take it apart ?","human_ref_B":"God, how shitty is it that this is question that needs to be asked?? People are such assholes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6870.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1j7iec","c_root_id_B":"h1jkw54","created_at_utc_A":1623517881,"created_at_utc_B":1623524531,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I heard some of those older Hondas were already so efficient their cats are tiny something, and people usually go for cats on older or larger vehicles.","human_ref_B":"Anything straight-piped.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6650.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1jkw54","c_root_id_B":"h1jdi8w","created_at_utc_A":1623524531,"created_at_utc_B":1623520801,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Anything straight-piped.","human_ref_B":"I didn\u2019t know cat theft was a thing. Lol. How much do they sell cats for in the stolen market? Do they recycle unto another car or take it apart ?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3730.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1k0pvl","c_root_id_B":"h1j7iec","created_at_utc_A":1623532843,"created_at_utc_B":1623517881,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Go to an exhaust shop and ask them if they can put a shield around the cat made of metal. Rebar and sheet metal are good ones. Obviously not always a viable option depending on the car and shop but just throwing it out there that you can do that. Also a fiesta st where the cat is up in the downpipe which is almost impossible to fit a sawzall up to","human_ref_B":"I heard some of those older Hondas were already so efficient their cats are tiny something, and people usually go for cats on older or larger vehicles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14962.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ny5kit","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Car models that protect against catalytic converter theft the best? Hello all, as a recent victim of a catalytic converter theft off my 08 Prius that was already on its last legs anyway, I was wondering if there are any car models that are particularly resistant to catalytic converter theft?","c_root_id_A":"h1k0pvl","c_root_id_B":"h1jdi8w","created_at_utc_A":1623532843,"created_at_utc_B":1623520801,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Go to an exhaust shop and ask them if they can put a shield around the cat made of metal. Rebar and sheet metal are good ones. Obviously not always a viable option depending on the car and shop but just throwing it out there that you can do that. Also a fiesta st where the cat is up in the downpipe which is almost impossible to fit a sawzall up to","human_ref_B":"I didn\u2019t know cat theft was a thing. Lol. How much do they sell cats for in the stolen market? Do they recycle unto another car or take it apart ?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12042.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i0r97d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What do you guys think about a bmw 330i\/330ci as a first car for a high schooler? Are they reliable?","c_root_id_A":"fzrhxw3","c_root_id_B":"fzrjhwl","created_at_utc_A":1596136342,"created_at_utc_B":1596136808,"score_A":6,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"An e9x 328i (2006-2012ish) would be a better buy, they are considerably more reliable, modern, and safer than their e46 predecessors.   For either car, you should be prepared to work on it yourself, doing things like oil changes, brake jobs, and potentially things like cooling system repairs.  Parts are reasonably priced thanks to websites like FCPEuro, and there are DIY videos and forum posts for pretty much anything you\u2019d need to do on these cars.","human_ref_B":"Honestly if you're concerned enough to ask about reliability, buying a 5-15 (in the case of the 330ci) year old BMW probably should not be on your radar.  Buy a Camry\/Corolla, a Civic\/Accord, or a more recent Kia\/Hyundai that has that crazy ten year warranty if you were so inclined. You can also look at older Lexus\/Acura models, which have a similar reliability rep.   There is a reason they're looked on as boring\/safe cars, it's because they run with little drama for a long time.   Save money, buy something nice later. Plus you're going to be less nervous driving it or having your friends along.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":466.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i0r97d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What do you guys think about a bmw 330i\/330ci as a first car for a high schooler? Are they reliable?","c_root_id_A":"fzrp93x","c_root_id_B":"fzrp8dc","created_at_utc_A":1596138512,"created_at_utc_B":1596138505,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"A friend of mine once told me \"You could buy a brand new Lexus for the cost of repairs on a used BMW' and I've never had anyone that was able to prove him wrong.","human_ref_B":"Cheap, older BMW\u2019s are a basket of problems. Probably not great for your insurance either.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzog02h","c_root_id_B":"fzogx5u","created_at_utc_A":1596068719,"created_at_utc_B":1596069220,"score_A":11,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"About a month. Even easier now that most newer cars have hill assist.","human_ref_B":"Depends, theres a lot of features automagic cars have that manuals dont. I think the biggest one that would be a really big hurdle is the assisted VTOL function and landing. Manual cars cant really fly like automagic cars can so getting used to not attempting to drive from one side of the grand canyon to the other for example will be difficult and dangerous at first. I recommend renting a carpet or a broom until you get the hang of a non magic car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":501.0,"score_ratio":2.1818181818}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzogx5u","c_root_id_B":"fzogvch","created_at_utc_A":1596069220,"created_at_utc_B":1596069194,"score_A":24,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Depends, theres a lot of features automagic cars have that manuals dont. I think the biggest one that would be a really big hurdle is the assisted VTOL function and landing. Manual cars cant really fly like automagic cars can so getting used to not attempting to drive from one side of the grand canyon to the other for example will be difficult and dangerous at first. I recommend renting a carpet or a broom until you get the hang of a non magic car.","human_ref_B":"Another note.  The hardest skill in driving a manual is getting the car moving.  I suggest going to a level parking lot and practicing finding the 'sweet spot'.  That is the point in which the clutch engages and the car starts to move forward.   Don't touch the gas at all.  Just slowly let out the clutch in 1st gear until you feel the car start to move... you'll hear and feel the engine bog down a little bit.  Push the clutch back in all the way and repeat until you can hit that spot every time. Once you've got that skill mastered, climbing through the gears is a piece of cake.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzohda8","c_root_id_B":"fzoivt0","created_at_utc_A":1596069466,"created_at_utc_B":1596070288,"score_A":8,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I've been driving manuals for years but I find certain cars are great to drive with a manual while others are really rough or notchy. The two issues are the shifter throw, some are super loose and it's hard to find the gear, then others might have a heavy clutch pedal. I drove a friend's Mustang that was really hard to drive, then a Miata which was silky smooth.   If you find a nice shifting car, learning will be super easy!","human_ref_B":"It took me about... 5 min to learn how to not stall the car every stop? 10 min or so to get it to not stall 8 out of 10 times. About a week to memorize which speed is most suited for which gear, mostly for downshifting. Then about a month to be  about 90% smooth with up and down shifts.  Also don\u2019t do like in the race cars and downshift through every gear. It\u2019s not needed for street driving and it\u2019ll accelerate wear on your clutch. Coming to a stop, just let it slide in gear until rpm drops too low, then put shifter into neutral. Brake pads much cheaper than clutches.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":822.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzogxbf","c_root_id_B":"fzoivt0","created_at_utc_A":1596069223,"created_at_utc_B":1596070288,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Couple weeks.   I'd say, depending on how you learn.  Everyone is different.  I replaced a clutch in my father's car before I ever tried to drive a manual.  So since I saw and understood how they worked, i figured I'd just get it.  So I bought a manual car and went to pick it up and drove it home.  I didn't stall, but it took me an extra moment or two to get going when the light turned green and I'd buck it a few times. After a few weeks no one in the car would notice that I had just learned. That was.... 15ish years ago.  About 5 years ago I decided to look into more advanced techniques, rev matching, heel toeing on down shifts  etc. And felt like I never really knew what I was doing.   So....  A couple weeks to get competent,  but longer to master some of the more advanced things you can do if you want to take it that far.","human_ref_B":"It took me about... 5 min to learn how to not stall the car every stop? 10 min or so to get it to not stall 8 out of 10 times. About a week to memorize which speed is most suited for which gear, mostly for downshifting. Then about a month to be  about 90% smooth with up and down shifts.  Also don\u2019t do like in the race cars and downshift through every gear. It\u2019s not needed for street driving and it\u2019ll accelerate wear on your clutch. Coming to a stop, just let it slide in gear until rpm drops too low, then put shifter into neutral. Brake pads much cheaper than clutches.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1065.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzohu07","c_root_id_B":"fzoivt0","created_at_utc_A":1596069715,"created_at_utc_B":1596070288,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I spent my first two years of driving exclusively auto then learned stick. Took me about a month to get fairly smooth and about 2 to get really good and solid with really infrequent stalls","human_ref_B":"It took me about... 5 min to learn how to not stall the car every stop? 10 min or so to get it to not stall 8 out of 10 times. About a week to memorize which speed is most suited for which gear, mostly for downshifting. Then about a month to be  about 90% smooth with up and down shifts.  Also don\u2019t do like in the race cars and downshift through every gear. It\u2019s not needed for street driving and it\u2019ll accelerate wear on your clutch. Coming to a stop, just let it slide in gear until rpm drops too low, then put shifter into neutral. Brake pads much cheaper than clutches.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":573.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzohda8","c_root_id_B":"fzogxbf","created_at_utc_A":1596069466,"created_at_utc_B":1596069223,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I've been driving manuals for years but I find certain cars are great to drive with a manual while others are really rough or notchy. The two issues are the shifter throw, some are super loose and it's hard to find the gear, then others might have a heavy clutch pedal. I drove a friend's Mustang that was really hard to drive, then a Miata which was silky smooth.   If you find a nice shifting car, learning will be super easy!","human_ref_B":"Couple weeks.   I'd say, depending on how you learn.  Everyone is different.  I replaced a clutch in my father's car before I ever tried to drive a manual.  So since I saw and understood how they worked, i figured I'd just get it.  So I bought a manual car and went to pick it up and drove it home.  I didn't stall, but it took me an extra moment or two to get going when the light turned green and I'd buck it a few times. After a few weeks no one in the car would notice that I had just learned. That was.... 15ish years ago.  About 5 years ago I decided to look into more advanced techniques, rev matching, heel toeing on down shifts  etc. And felt like I never really knew what I was doing.   So....  A couple weeks to get competent,  but longer to master some of the more advanced things you can do if you want to take it that far.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":243.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzopu5o","c_root_id_B":"fzogxbf","created_at_utc_A":1596074162,"created_at_utc_B":1596069223,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Lol, I drove a manual for 3 years, ride a motorcycle for 10+, I still stall them occasionally.","human_ref_B":"Couple weeks.   I'd say, depending on how you learn.  Everyone is different.  I replaced a clutch in my father's car before I ever tried to drive a manual.  So since I saw and understood how they worked, i figured I'd just get it.  So I bought a manual car and went to pick it up and drove it home.  I didn't stall, but it took me an extra moment or two to get going when the light turned green and I'd buck it a few times. After a few weeks no one in the car would notice that I had just learned. That was.... 15ish years ago.  About 5 years ago I decided to look into more advanced techniques, rev matching, heel toeing on down shifts  etc. And felt like I never really knew what I was doing.   So....  A couple weeks to get competent,  but longer to master some of the more advanced things you can do if you want to take it that far.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4939.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzopu5o","c_root_id_B":"fzohu07","created_at_utc_A":1596074162,"created_at_utc_B":1596069715,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Lol, I drove a manual for 3 years, ride a motorcycle for 10+, I still stall them occasionally.","human_ref_B":"I spent my first two years of driving exclusively auto then learned stick. Took me about a month to get fairly smooth and about 2 to get really good and solid with really infrequent stalls","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4447.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzowbzp","c_root_id_B":"fzogxbf","created_at_utc_A":1596077927,"created_at_utc_B":1596069223,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Took like 30 minutes. I literally watched a few YouTube videos and made sure I knew exactly what to do. It translated pretty well IRL. IMO mental preparedness is 90% of it.","human_ref_B":"Couple weeks.   I'd say, depending on how you learn.  Everyone is different.  I replaced a clutch in my father's car before I ever tried to drive a manual.  So since I saw and understood how they worked, i figured I'd just get it.  So I bought a manual car and went to pick it up and drove it home.  I didn't stall, but it took me an extra moment or two to get going when the light turned green and I'd buck it a few times. After a few weeks no one in the car would notice that I had just learned. That was.... 15ish years ago.  About 5 years ago I decided to look into more advanced techniques, rev matching, heel toeing on down shifts  etc. And felt like I never really knew what I was doing.   So....  A couple weeks to get competent,  but longer to master some of the more advanced things you can do if you want to take it that far.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8704.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i0b9rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Coming from driving automagic cars all your life how long would it take to master driving a manual car? I\u2019m talking silky smooth shifts and starts.","c_root_id_A":"fzowbzp","c_root_id_B":"fzohu07","created_at_utc_A":1596077927,"created_at_utc_B":1596069715,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Took like 30 minutes. I literally watched a few YouTube videos and made sure I knew exactly what to do. It translated pretty well IRL. IMO mental preparedness is 90% of it.","human_ref_B":"I spent my first two years of driving exclusively auto then learned stick. Took me about a month to get fairly smooth and about 2 to get really good and solid with really infrequent stalls","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8212.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p3uu13","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How many 50lb bags of corn can I haul in a 2018 Hyundai Sonata? I normally drive a 2014 Expedition, but  it\u2019s in the shop. This is my only free weekend to haul deer corn to my lease. How many 50lb bags of corn can I safely haul? I need to pick up 25 bags that weigh 50lbs each. Im driving 30 miles with the corn so I can make multiple trips. Can I do it in 2 trips?","c_root_id_A":"h8u4ur7","c_root_id_B":"h8u4myg","created_at_utc_A":1628891241,"created_at_utc_B":1628891149,"score_A":37,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"google says GVWR is 4321 - 4630 lbs and curb weight is 3219 - 3492lbs so your car can carry 829-1,411lbs depending on exactly which curb weight and GVWR you have. Keep in mind, that includes the weight of you and anyone else in the car. If it's just you in the car and you weigh 200lbs you can take between 12 and 24 bags. If you look in your door jamb you can find the actual GVWR and get a more accurate answer.   So to answer your question, yes you can probably do it in two trips.","human_ref_B":"The 2018 sonata has a payload capacity of betweek 1100 and 1200 lbs.   Now... That includes you and anything else in the car.   I'm not sure how they factor the interior weight (seats etc). Play it safe and factor on the low side.  Think... 800-900 lbs then subtract your body weight from it.   That's roughly how much you should be carrying.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":92.0,"score_ratio":9.25}
{"post_id":"p3uu13","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How many 50lb bags of corn can I haul in a 2018 Hyundai Sonata? I normally drive a 2014 Expedition, but  it\u2019s in the shop. This is my only free weekend to haul deer corn to my lease. How many 50lb bags of corn can I safely haul? I need to pick up 25 bags that weigh 50lbs each. Im driving 30 miles with the corn so I can make multiple trips. Can I do it in 2 trips?","c_root_id_A":"h8u4myg","c_root_id_B":"h8u9bat","created_at_utc_A":1628891149,"created_at_utc_B":1628893172,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"The 2018 sonata has a payload capacity of betweek 1100 and 1200 lbs.   Now... That includes you and anything else in the car.   I'm not sure how they factor the interior weight (seats etc). Play it safe and factor on the low side.  Think... 800-900 lbs then subtract your body weight from it.   That's roughly how much you should be carrying.","human_ref_B":"Three trips minimum for safety. Most home depots and U-Hauls will allow you to rent a pickup truck for an hour for 20 bucks. It's a big flatbed that will haul the weight just fine. If it were me I'd spend that money in a heartbeat.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2023.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"chayc3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Brand of gas? Does the brand of gas make a difference ie something expensive like Chevron\/shell vs something cheap like arco or a generic brand. Does it make a difference to the longevity of my car,MPG, or anything else?","c_root_id_A":"eurbbz5","c_root_id_B":"eur44l5","created_at_utc_A":1563991926,"created_at_utc_B":1563989294,"score_A":41,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Okay I used to work for an oil company. Don't work don't anymore but I wont mention the name.  Fuel standards are heavily regulated. As long as the tank at the station isn't getting rained into or whatever it will not harm your car.   As long as you use gas with enough octane it makes little difference.  Also most gas comes from the same refinery no matter who owns it. That's a simple logistics fact.  BUT there are still several differences between brands of gas. Because the gas that's created in the refinery has no additives in it yet. Each oil company that has a contract with other oil companies has their own filling station on the grounds of the refinery. There they will add additive packages to the gas that differ between manufacturers. No major differences, all manufacturers want the same overall goals, they just go about it differently or they might think one aspect to be more important than the others.  It's been a while since I talked to the main gas researcher but of the top of my head she said something along the lines of  Shell has great anti foaming agent (gas foams less so you can fill up quicker), Aral\/BP has a superior cleaning agent, Total does a good job with the octane booster in their gas (excellium 100).  The one major difference in our market was the 102 octane stuff that Aral(german BP gas brand) sells because that is only created in one BP owned refinery and they ship it everywhere in germany where it's used.  Oh and mpg can vary between gas brands because some additives can influence the thermal energy of gas. Like ethanol. Awesome for octane, shit for fuel consumption. But iirc ethanol is the heaviest hitter there and even that doesnt influence it thaaaat much when we aren't talking about e85","human_ref_B":"Any difference would be negligible, but in general it really shouldn\u2019t matter where you get gas from","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2632.0,"score_ratio":2.2777777778}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5aq581","c_root_id_B":"d5at76e","created_at_utc_A":1468426149,"created_at_utc_B":1468430139,"score_A":5,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Honda S2000: Take off the top of the air box and you can hear VTEC engage much louder. It sounds awesome but could potentially move more hot air into your engine in the summer.","human_ref_B":"Not really a mod or a lifehack but I keep a small toolbox\/bag in the back of all of my cars with some basic tools. A couple screwdrivers, sockets common to the car, a ratchet, jumper cables, a knife, zip ties and carb cleaner. Not all of it is 100% necessary I just like to be prepared in case things go wrong.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3990.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5at2tg","c_root_id_B":"d5at76e","created_at_utc_A":1468429982,"created_at_utc_B":1468430139,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Gen 1-2 Ford Focii:  You can cut of the \"lunchbox\" (resonator) to get a slightly lower note out of the exhaust. It'll backfire if you rev to 5k in neutral immediately after ignition too! That also burns some oil though, so careful","human_ref_B":"Not really a mod or a lifehack but I keep a small toolbox\/bag in the back of all of my cars with some basic tools. A couple screwdrivers, sockets common to the car, a ratchet, jumper cables, a knife, zip ties and carb cleaner. Not all of it is 100% necessary I just like to be prepared in case things go wrong.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":157.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5aq581","c_root_id_B":"d5au000","created_at_utc_A":1468426149,"created_at_utc_B":1468431168,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Honda S2000: Take off the top of the air box and you can hear VTEC engage much louder. It sounds awesome but could potentially move more hot air into your engine in the summer.","human_ref_B":"Replacing older interior bulbs with LEDs makes a big difference.   White LED light looks more modern and is usually a lot brighter than regular bulbs.   An added plus is you are less likely to burn the battery if you leave a door open or an interior light on since the LEDs use less power.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5019.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5au000","c_root_id_B":"d5at2tg","created_at_utc_A":1468431168,"created_at_utc_B":1468429982,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Replacing older interior bulbs with LEDs makes a big difference.   White LED light looks more modern and is usually a lot brighter than regular bulbs.   An added plus is you are less likely to burn the battery if you leave a door open or an interior light on since the LEDs use less power.","human_ref_B":"Gen 1-2 Ford Focii:  You can cut of the \"lunchbox\" (resonator) to get a slightly lower note out of the exhaust. It'll backfire if you rev to 5k in neutral immediately after ignition too! That also burns some oil though, so careful","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1186.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5atoze","c_root_id_B":"d5au000","created_at_utc_A":1468430776,"created_at_utc_B":1468431168,"score_A":3,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I just got a new crosstrek, and I did this thing to it:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1TJCnQ8uLD8  I can't listen to the video I linked to, but it appears to show the same replacement.  I'm not sure where they got that part, but I got mine from amazon for $12.    It took me longer to open the package than it took to install this thing.   https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01CIYPUX2\/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  Edit:    Ok, the video is for a magnetic thing after you install an ecohitch.  My link is to a part that just replaces the body colored cover panel, which the video shows something similar to, that works with no additional parts.  The point is, it goes from a bland body colored cover to a textured one that looks more appropriate on the car, it costs $12, and it's dead simple to do.","human_ref_B":"Replacing older interior bulbs with LEDs makes a big difference.   White LED light looks more modern and is usually a lot brighter than regular bulbs.   An added plus is you are less likely to burn the battery if you leave a door open or an interior light on since the LEDs use less power.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":392.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5auwct","c_root_id_B":"d5auyu5","created_at_utc_A":1468432309,"created_at_utc_B":1468432395,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Replace your steering and suspension bushings. Mine were dry rotted rubber, upgraded to polyurethane bushings from Energy Suspensions, and oh boy does it handle much, much better. My rx-7 went from a great car to a fucking go kart.   Not a shill for EnergySuspensions, I've just been extremely satisfied with their products and customer service.","human_ref_B":"Exhaust mods can really wake up the sound of a car. Doesn't matter if its fast, slow or meant to tow. Get some exhaust work done and make it sound fancy.   Also, the best mod for your car is to mod the driver. Find your local SCCA chapter, sign up for an autocross learning course or even just an event and go out and drive your car. You can learn so much about your car by doing this, and it can make your boring daily seem like a real race car when you let a pro drive it and they get better times than the guys in the corvettes and Porsches :D","labels":0,"seconds_difference":86.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5aq581","c_root_id_B":"d5auyu5","created_at_utc_A":1468426149,"created_at_utc_B":1468432395,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Honda S2000: Take off the top of the air box and you can hear VTEC engage much louder. It sounds awesome but could potentially move more hot air into your engine in the summer.","human_ref_B":"Exhaust mods can really wake up the sound of a car. Doesn't matter if its fast, slow or meant to tow. Get some exhaust work done and make it sound fancy.   Also, the best mod for your car is to mod the driver. Find your local SCCA chapter, sign up for an autocross learning course or even just an event and go out and drive your car. You can learn so much about your car by doing this, and it can make your boring daily seem like a real race car when you let a pro drive it and they get better times than the guys in the corvettes and Porsches :D","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6246.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5auyu5","c_root_id_B":"d5at2tg","created_at_utc_A":1468432395,"created_at_utc_B":1468429982,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Exhaust mods can really wake up the sound of a car. Doesn't matter if its fast, slow or meant to tow. Get some exhaust work done and make it sound fancy.   Also, the best mod for your car is to mod the driver. Find your local SCCA chapter, sign up for an autocross learning course or even just an event and go out and drive your car. You can learn so much about your car by doing this, and it can make your boring daily seem like a real race car when you let a pro drive it and they get better times than the guys in the corvettes and Porsches :D","human_ref_B":"Gen 1-2 Ford Focii:  You can cut of the \"lunchbox\" (resonator) to get a slightly lower note out of the exhaust. It'll backfire if you rev to 5k in neutral immediately after ignition too! That also burns some oil though, so careful","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2413.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5atoze","c_root_id_B":"d5auyu5","created_at_utc_A":1468430776,"created_at_utc_B":1468432395,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I just got a new crosstrek, and I did this thing to it:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1TJCnQ8uLD8  I can't listen to the video I linked to, but it appears to show the same replacement.  I'm not sure where they got that part, but I got mine from amazon for $12.    It took me longer to open the package than it took to install this thing.   https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01CIYPUX2\/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  Edit:    Ok, the video is for a magnetic thing after you install an ecohitch.  My link is to a part that just replaces the body colored cover panel, which the video shows something similar to, that works with no additional parts.  The point is, it goes from a bland body colored cover to a textured one that looks more appropriate on the car, it costs $12, and it's dead simple to do.","human_ref_B":"Exhaust mods can really wake up the sound of a car. Doesn't matter if its fast, slow or meant to tow. Get some exhaust work done and make it sound fancy.   Also, the best mod for your car is to mod the driver. Find your local SCCA chapter, sign up for an autocross learning course or even just an event and go out and drive your car. You can learn so much about your car by doing this, and it can make your boring daily seem like a real race car when you let a pro drive it and they get better times than the guys in the corvettes and Porsches :D","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1619.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5auwct","c_root_id_B":"d5b8xkd","created_at_utc_A":1468432309,"created_at_utc_B":1468451199,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Replace your steering and suspension bushings. Mine were dry rotted rubber, upgraded to polyurethane bushings from Energy Suspensions, and oh boy does it handle much, much better. My rx-7 went from a great car to a fucking go kart.   Not a shill for EnergySuspensions, I've just been extremely satisfied with their products and customer service.","human_ref_B":"NA mx5 - grabbed an auto dimming mirror out of an e39 5 series bmw. No more being blinded from behind. Best $15 ever","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18890.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5at2tg","c_root_id_B":"d5auwct","created_at_utc_A":1468429982,"created_at_utc_B":1468432309,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Gen 1-2 Ford Focii:  You can cut of the \"lunchbox\" (resonator) to get a slightly lower note out of the exhaust. It'll backfire if you rev to 5k in neutral immediately after ignition too! That also burns some oil though, so careful","human_ref_B":"Replace your steering and suspension bushings. Mine were dry rotted rubber, upgraded to polyurethane bushings from Energy Suspensions, and oh boy does it handle much, much better. My rx-7 went from a great car to a fucking go kart.   Not a shill for EnergySuspensions, I've just been extremely satisfied with their products and customer service.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2327.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5auwct","c_root_id_B":"d5atoze","created_at_utc_A":1468432309,"created_at_utc_B":1468430776,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Replace your steering and suspension bushings. Mine were dry rotted rubber, upgraded to polyurethane bushings from Energy Suspensions, and oh boy does it handle much, much better. My rx-7 went from a great car to a fucking go kart.   Not a shill for EnergySuspensions, I've just been extremely satisfied with their products and customer service.","human_ref_B":"I just got a new crosstrek, and I did this thing to it:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1TJCnQ8uLD8  I can't listen to the video I linked to, but it appears to show the same replacement.  I'm not sure where they got that part, but I got mine from amazon for $12.    It took me longer to open the package than it took to install this thing.   https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01CIYPUX2\/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  Edit:    Ok, the video is for a magnetic thing after you install an ecohitch.  My link is to a part that just replaces the body colored cover panel, which the video shows something similar to, that works with no additional parts.  The point is, it goes from a bland body colored cover to a textured one that looks more appropriate on the car, it costs $12, and it's dead simple to do.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1533.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5b8xkd","c_root_id_B":"d5at2tg","created_at_utc_A":1468451199,"created_at_utc_B":1468429982,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"NA mx5 - grabbed an auto dimming mirror out of an e39 5 series bmw. No more being blinded from behind. Best $15 ever","human_ref_B":"Gen 1-2 Ford Focii:  You can cut of the \"lunchbox\" (resonator) to get a slightly lower note out of the exhaust. It'll backfire if you rev to 5k in neutral immediately after ignition too! That also burns some oil though, so careful","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21217.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4snhgc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What easy\/cheap general mods do you know, for your car or in general, that others should know about? In an effort to keep this sub going, what general car modifications, cheap upgrades, or life hacks do you have for your\/other cars?   Make sure to mention disclaimers if there is one!  Ex: voids the warranty","c_root_id_A":"d5b8xkd","c_root_id_B":"d5atoze","created_at_utc_A":1468451199,"created_at_utc_B":1468430776,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"NA mx5 - grabbed an auto dimming mirror out of an e39 5 series bmw. No more being blinded from behind. Best $15 ever","human_ref_B":"I just got a new crosstrek, and I did this thing to it:  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1TJCnQ8uLD8  I can't listen to the video I linked to, but it appears to show the same replacement.  I'm not sure where they got that part, but I got mine from amazon for $12.    It took me longer to open the package than it took to install this thing.   https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01CIYPUX2\/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1  Edit:    Ok, the video is for a magnetic thing after you install an ecohitch.  My link is to a part that just replaces the body colored cover panel, which the video shows something similar to, that works with no additional parts.  The point is, it goes from a bland body colored cover to a textured one that looks more appropriate on the car, it costs $12, and it's dead simple to do.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20423.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oho9mf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"I have custom rims on my car that I don't like. Would it be a plausible trade to ask a mechanic or some online marketplace to trade them for standard rims\/tires? I have a 2006 Acura TL with Konig Crown Rims and low-profile tires (I think 20\"). They came with the car when I got it 5 years ago, but I'd really prefer to just have the standard rims (or anything that looks normal) to have a more professional look.   Would it be reasonable to ask to trade my tires\/rims for a more standard set of rims\/tires? The tires have probably half their tread-life left, and the rims are in ok condition (a few scratches and a few missing the cap with the logo in the middle). I really would just want anything that looks normal, even if it's not in great condition.  I would also need them to be changed for me, as I don't have a jack or any tools with me.","c_root_id_A":"h4qn92b","c_root_id_B":"h4qvc99","created_at_utc_A":1625950717,"created_at_utc_B":1625954928,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"No, that\u2019s not unreasonable at all. Many tire and wheel places deal in trades, and they might have some stock left over. Those are nice rims, so I don\u2019t think a trade for a stock set with mount and balance included for free is too far out of line.    I\u2019d try those big-box performance stores, or tire and wheel places, those ones usually haggle.","human_ref_B":"You might actually be able to get some cash out of the deal. Depending on how bad someone wants some flashier than stock wheels.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4211.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oho9mf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"I have custom rims on my car that I don't like. Would it be a plausible trade to ask a mechanic or some online marketplace to trade them for standard rims\/tires? I have a 2006 Acura TL with Konig Crown Rims and low-profile tires (I think 20\"). They came with the car when I got it 5 years ago, but I'd really prefer to just have the standard rims (or anything that looks normal) to have a more professional look.   Would it be reasonable to ask to trade my tires\/rims for a more standard set of rims\/tires? The tires have probably half their tread-life left, and the rims are in ok condition (a few scratches and a few missing the cap with the logo in the middle). I really would just want anything that looks normal, even if it's not in great condition.  I would also need them to be changed for me, as I don't have a jack or any tools with me.","c_root_id_A":"h4ql6uv","c_root_id_B":"h4qvc99","created_at_utc_A":1625949620,"created_at_utc_B":1625954928,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Make a craigslist ad","human_ref_B":"You might actually be able to get some cash out of the deal. Depending on how bad someone wants some flashier than stock wheels.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5308.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"oho9mf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"I have custom rims on my car that I don't like. Would it be a plausible trade to ask a mechanic or some online marketplace to trade them for standard rims\/tires? I have a 2006 Acura TL with Konig Crown Rims and low-profile tires (I think 20\"). They came with the car when I got it 5 years ago, but I'd really prefer to just have the standard rims (or anything that looks normal) to have a more professional look.   Would it be reasonable to ask to trade my tires\/rims for a more standard set of rims\/tires? The tires have probably half their tread-life left, and the rims are in ok condition (a few scratches and a few missing the cap with the logo in the middle). I really would just want anything that looks normal, even if it's not in great condition.  I would also need them to be changed for me, as I don't have a jack or any tools with me.","c_root_id_A":"h4ql6uv","c_root_id_B":"h4qn92b","created_at_utc_A":1625949620,"created_at_utc_B":1625950717,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Make a craigslist ad","human_ref_B":"No, that\u2019s not unreasonable at all. Many tire and wheel places deal in trades, and they might have some stock left over. Those are nice rims, so I don\u2019t think a trade for a stock set with mount and balance included for free is too far out of line.    I\u2019d try those big-box performance stores, or tire and wheel places, those ones usually haggle.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1097.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"oho9mf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"I have custom rims on my car that I don't like. Would it be a plausible trade to ask a mechanic or some online marketplace to trade them for standard rims\/tires? I have a 2006 Acura TL with Konig Crown Rims and low-profile tires (I think 20\"). They came with the car when I got it 5 years ago, but I'd really prefer to just have the standard rims (or anything that looks normal) to have a more professional look.   Would it be reasonable to ask to trade my tires\/rims for a more standard set of rims\/tires? The tires have probably half their tread-life left, and the rims are in ok condition (a few scratches and a few missing the cap with the logo in the middle). I really would just want anything that looks normal, even if it's not in great condition.  I would also need them to be changed for me, as I don't have a jack or any tools with me.","c_root_id_A":"h4ql6uv","c_root_id_B":"h4rfnq5","created_at_utc_A":1625949620,"created_at_utc_B":1625966342,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Make a craigslist ad","human_ref_B":"You can try but I think it's easier to buy a set of stock wheels (should be cheap) and then sell these.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16722.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwef35","c_root_id_B":"hxwdcw3","created_at_utc_A":1645488176,"created_at_utc_B":1645487710,"score_A":31,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Where did you buy it?  How long have you owned it?  What is the first thing that you did to it?  What else do you want to do to it?  Other car questions:  What are your favorite cars?  What road trips would you like to take?  What car events do you like to attend?  What events do you want to attend?","human_ref_B":"Ask him how often he changes the blinker fluid!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":466.0,"score_ratio":5.1666666667}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwhb9r","c_root_id_B":"hxwdcw3","created_at_utc_A":1645489473,"created_at_utc_B":1645487710,"score_A":16,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Personally.... I wouldn't fake anything.  Just show interest.  Let him show you what he loves about it.","human_ref_B":"Ask him how often he changes the blinker fluid!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1763.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwhb9r","c_root_id_B":"hxwfqd1","created_at_utc_A":1645489473,"created_at_utc_B":1645488762,"score_A":16,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Personally.... I wouldn't fake anything.  Just show interest.  Let him show you what he loves about it.","human_ref_B":"Beat thing you can do is just him how much you like his car and ask him questions about it like the other commenter suggested. He'll probably just start talking.  Other ideas:  Do you have more plans with this car?  Do you like Japanese cars the most?  What is your dream car garage?  I think just showing interest in something he loves and is proud of is all that matters! Have fun!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":711.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwufsx","c_root_id_B":"hxwdcw3","created_at_utc_A":1645495544,"created_at_utc_B":1645487710,"score_A":11,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"It sounds like you're both very young. Probably teenagers. Don't pretend you have more knowledge than you do, but just express a general interest in learning if you have that.","human_ref_B":"Ask him how often he changes the blinker fluid!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7834.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwfqd1","c_root_id_B":"hxwufsx","created_at_utc_A":1645488762,"created_at_utc_B":1645495544,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Beat thing you can do is just him how much you like his car and ask him questions about it like the other commenter suggested. He'll probably just start talking.  Other ideas:  Do you have more plans with this car?  Do you like Japanese cars the most?  What is your dream car garage?  I think just showing interest in something he loves and is proud of is all that matters! Have fun!","human_ref_B":"It sounds like you're both very young. Probably teenagers. Don't pretend you have more knowledge than you do, but just express a general interest in learning if you have that.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6782.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwjo1d","c_root_id_B":"hxwufsx","created_at_utc_A":1645490550,"created_at_utc_B":1645495544,"score_A":3,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Based on the vehicle one would assume he is in to off roading, so ask what his plans are for the rest of his build. That shows no presumption of knowledge on your part and will get him to talk about it.","human_ref_B":"It sounds like you're both very young. Probably teenagers. Don't pretend you have more knowledge than you do, but just express a general interest in learning if you have that.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4994.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sy8hvv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Any good questions to ask a car guy (that I totally am in love with)? There's this really, really cute boy I like, and he's giving me a ride to a party tonight. This is our first time really hanging out, and I want to start off on the right foot.  He has a 1991 Toyota 4runner (with a 5vz swapped engine) that is his absolute baby.  I don't know a ton about cars, but I know a little bit because my older brothers love restoring cars. Like I know the difference between 4 vs 6 vs 8 cylinders and what a carburetor is haha, but not much more than that.  Guys I just really like this guy and want to show him I can support his interest in his car. What would some good questions be to show interest in his car, without totally putting myself on the spot about not knowing a ton about his 4runner?","c_root_id_A":"hxwo263","c_root_id_B":"hxwufsx","created_at_utc_A":1645492595,"created_at_utc_B":1645495544,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I can\u2019t help you but I\u2019m glad you\u2019re showing interest in his life. My personal first question would be why isn\u2019t it a Ford, my second question would be if he checked the oil today, my third question would be if he needs his rear serviced ;), and my fourth question would be if he wants to see my Ford.  LOL Have fun. I guess ask him why he swapped the motor. Did he have to change the transmission with it?","human_ref_B":"It sounds like you're both very young. Probably teenagers. Don't pretend you have more knowledge than you do, but just express a general interest in learning if you have that.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2949.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a2rw6","c_root_id_B":"h5a5zc9","created_at_utc_A":1626359787,"created_at_utc_B":1626361196,"score_A":22,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Volvo for being safe","human_ref_B":"Alfa Romeo for being beautiful and horrendously unreliable...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1409.0,"score_ratio":1.0454545455}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h59zdwa","c_root_id_B":"h5a2rw6","created_at_utc_A":1626358251,"created_at_utc_B":1626359787,"score_A":12,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"Pagani for making cars an art form, lambo for making exciting brash sports cars, BMW is known for their precision and now I guess unorthodox design, Audi is subtle but high performance, dodge is for brute force and power, Chevrolet is very blue collar,     Just some of what I came up with","human_ref_B":"Volvo for being safe","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1536.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a2rw6","c_root_id_B":"h59zc2a","created_at_utc_A":1626359787,"created_at_utc_B":1626358229,"score_A":22,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Volvo for being safe","human_ref_B":"Toyota is the best !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1558.0,"score_ratio":7.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h59zdwa","c_root_id_B":"h5a5zc9","created_at_utc_A":1626358251,"created_at_utc_B":1626361196,"score_A":12,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Pagani for making cars an art form, lambo for making exciting brash sports cars, BMW is known for their precision and now I guess unorthodox design, Audi is subtle but high performance, dodge is for brute force and power, Chevrolet is very blue collar,     Just some of what I came up with","human_ref_B":"Alfa Romeo for being beautiful and horrendously unreliable...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2945.0,"score_ratio":1.9166666667}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h59zc2a","c_root_id_B":"h5a5zc9","created_at_utc_A":1626358229,"created_at_utc_B":1626361196,"score_A":3,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Toyota is the best !","human_ref_B":"Alfa Romeo for being beautiful and horrendously unreliable...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2967.0,"score_ratio":7.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h59zdwa","c_root_id_B":"h59zc2a","created_at_utc_A":1626358251,"created_at_utc_B":1626358229,"score_A":12,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Pagani for making cars an art form, lambo for making exciting brash sports cars, BMW is known for their precision and now I guess unorthodox design, Audi is subtle but high performance, dodge is for brute force and power, Chevrolet is very blue collar,     Just some of what I came up with","human_ref_B":"Toyota is the best !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a6n2h","c_root_id_B":"h5a9igy","created_at_utc_A":1626361490,"created_at_utc_B":1626362730,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"volkswagen for being made by hitler.","human_ref_B":"dodge is probably best known for their badass looks here in the states. they have very aggressive styling that is signature of the dodge nameplate  ​  nowadays, Chrysler is just known for the last remaining domestic  minivan and a nicer version of the dodge charger called the c300","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1240.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a9igy","c_root_id_B":"h5a6i5n","created_at_utc_A":1626362730,"created_at_utc_B":1626361429,"score_A":11,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"dodge is probably best known for their badass looks here in the states. they have very aggressive styling that is signature of the dodge nameplate  ​  nowadays, Chrysler is just known for the last remaining domestic  minivan and a nicer version of the dodge charger called the c300","human_ref_B":"Fiat for being garbage  Mitsubishi for rally back in the day, now just crossovers.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1301.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a9igy","c_root_id_B":"h59zc2a","created_at_utc_A":1626362730,"created_at_utc_B":1626358229,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"dodge is probably best known for their badass looks here in the states. they have very aggressive styling that is signature of the dodge nameplate  ​  nowadays, Chrysler is just known for the last remaining domestic  minivan and a nicer version of the dodge charger called the c300","human_ref_B":"Toyota is the best !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4501.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a6n2h","c_root_id_B":"h59zc2a","created_at_utc_A":1626361490,"created_at_utc_B":1626358229,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"volkswagen for being made by hitler.","human_ref_B":"Toyota is the best !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3261.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5a6i5n","c_root_id_B":"h59zc2a","created_at_utc_A":1626361429,"created_at_utc_B":1626358229,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Fiat for being garbage  Mitsubishi for rally back in the day, now just crossovers.","human_ref_B":"Toyota is the best !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3200.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oksig3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"If everyone says Toyotas are the most reliable Ford's and Chevy's are known for their work load. What are other makers known for? I'd like to hear what the general knows them for and what specific car fans know them for. I'd help with my next car decision. I also am aware of people's love of Nissan (amazing design), and Subies (awd reliable) , Jeeps (off roading), and Acuras for peoples love of the car design and reliability.","c_root_id_A":"h5akczn","c_root_id_B":"h59zc2a","created_at_utc_A":1626367415,"created_at_utc_B":1626358229,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"All memes, please add more.   Fiat: for being pieces of shit. In German we say \"Fehler in allen Teilen\" or mistakes in all parts.   Vw: for diesels. (I drive these soo, ask me about my vw \ud83d\ude02)   Bmw: for not braking 50k without an extra 50k. Oh and not using turn signals.   Mmm let's see.   Tesla: for not letting you fix your own car.   Mercedes: for being rich. (Serious 1 rotor for those is like 1.2k)   Jeep; for climbing onto things that shouldn't be climbed. Oh also keeping insane value.   Dodge: for crashing, crazy driving, and slapping a hellcat engine into a minivan.   Ferrari: for lawsuit against their owners.   Nissan: for its shitty cvt transmission that break at 20k. (Seriously nissan, what happened to you guys? You're dog shit nowadays)   Ford mustangs: are known to have a crazy fish tail. (Rear wheels slidingout)   Mitsubishi: is now just a suv company but it used to be a Lamborghini killer.  Subies: for stealing their owners wallets. (Really fun drivers tho)   GMC: for breaking according to Ford owners.   Ford: for being F ound O n R oad D ead according to chevy owners.   What else do I have.   Range Rover: for being in the dealership more than your driveway.   Jaguars: for belongings to rich doctors and lawyers.   Toyota: for being expensive reliability.   Honda: like Toyota but their drivers are wannabe racers.   Hyundai: for being driven by old people. They're honestly good cars they just aren't special. They don't break and they aren't luxury or extra either. Kinda lame.   Mazda: for their miata and rotary engines, quite a good brand, very popular.   Kia: Idk some people love them others hate them. Mine has an oil leak so I have nothing great to say about it.   Buic: old American.   Caddie: really old rich American.   Volvo: impressive luxury and reliability. There not even a meme I can think of for these guys?   Mini: is known for its race history and bmw reliability and repair costs.  Chrysler: listen don't touch them, they are owned by fiat.  Lexus: rich person Toyota also owned by Toyota.","human_ref_B":"Toyota is the best !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9186.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jm19k","c_root_id_B":"g0jgetq","created_at_utc_A":1596709496,"created_at_utc_B":1596703825,"score_A":42,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Lexus sc400  Edit: my bad, didn\u2019t see the multiple passengers. In that case LS400. Won\u2019t be a maintenance hog like the merc and probably rides better.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5671.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jj6uq","c_root_id_B":"g0jm19k","created_at_utc_A":1596706671,"created_at_utc_B":1596709496,"score_A":4,"score_B":42,"human_ref_A":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","human_ref_B":"Lexus sc400  Edit: my bad, didn\u2019t see the multiple passengers. In that case LS400. Won\u2019t be a maintenance hog like the merc and probably rides better.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2825.0,"score_ratio":10.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0jm19k","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596709496,"score_A":2,"score_B":42,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"Lexus sc400  Edit: my bad, didn\u2019t see the multiple passengers. In that case LS400. Won\u2019t be a maintenance hog like the merc and probably rides better.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3763.0,"score_ratio":21.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jmre3","c_root_id_B":"g0jgetq","created_at_utc_A":1596710198,"created_at_utc_B":1596703825,"score_A":32,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Lincoln Town Car, they\u2019re dirt cheap and dead reliable. It\u2019s like driving a lazy boy to work.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6373.0,"score_ratio":3.5555555556}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jmre3","c_root_id_B":"g0jj6uq","created_at_utc_A":1596710198,"created_at_utc_B":1596706671,"score_A":32,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Lincoln Town Car, they\u2019re dirt cheap and dead reliable. It\u2019s like driving a lazy boy to work.","human_ref_B":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3527.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0jmre3","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596710198,"score_A":2,"score_B":32,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"Lincoln Town Car, they\u2019re dirt cheap and dead reliable. It\u2019s like driving a lazy boy to work.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4465.0,"score_ratio":16.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jgetq","c_root_id_B":"g0k283q","created_at_utc_A":1596703825,"created_at_utc_B":1596719766,"score_A":9,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes W124.","human_ref_B":"Lexus LS400\/LS430 is the only answer","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15941.0,"score_ratio":2.7777777778}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k259e","c_root_id_B":"g0k283q","created_at_utc_A":1596719727,"created_at_utc_B":1596719766,"score_A":8,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Since almost anything ever made is more comfortable than a Miata, the choices are varied and numerous.  * 2004-2006 Scion xB: economical, reliable, versatile and kinda fun. Bank about $4,000. * Any Lexus: reliable, cushy, maybe an IS meets the cool factor.","human_ref_B":"Lexus LS400\/LS430 is the only answer","labels":0,"seconds_difference":39.0,"score_ratio":3.125}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k283q","c_root_id_B":"g0jj6uq","created_at_utc_A":1596719766,"created_at_utc_B":1596706671,"score_A":25,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Lexus LS400\/LS430 is the only answer","human_ref_B":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13095.0,"score_ratio":6.25}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k283q","c_root_id_B":"g0k19dx","created_at_utc_A":1596719766,"created_at_utc_B":1596719268,"score_A":25,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Lexus LS400\/LS430 is the only answer","human_ref_B":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","labels":1,"seconds_difference":498.0,"score_ratio":8.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0k283q","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596719766,"score_A":2,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"Lexus LS400\/LS430 is the only answer","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14033.0,"score_ratio":12.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jx9fo","c_root_id_B":"g0k283q","created_at_utc_A":1596717347,"created_at_utc_B":1596719766,"score_A":2,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","human_ref_B":"Lexus LS400\/LS430 is the only answer","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2419.0,"score_ratio":12.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jj6uq","c_root_id_B":"g0k259e","created_at_utc_A":1596706671,"created_at_utc_B":1596719727,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","human_ref_B":"Since almost anything ever made is more comfortable than a Miata, the choices are varied and numerous.  * 2004-2006 Scion xB: economical, reliable, versatile and kinda fun. Bank about $4,000. * Any Lexus: reliable, cushy, maybe an IS meets the cool factor.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13056.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k259e","c_root_id_B":"g0k19dx","created_at_utc_A":1596719727,"created_at_utc_B":1596719268,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Since almost anything ever made is more comfortable than a Miata, the choices are varied and numerous.  * 2004-2006 Scion xB: economical, reliable, versatile and kinda fun. Bank about $4,000. * Any Lexus: reliable, cushy, maybe an IS meets the cool factor.","human_ref_B":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","labels":1,"seconds_difference":459.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k259e","c_root_id_B":"g0jia6t","created_at_utc_A":1596719727,"created_at_utc_B":1596705733,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Since almost anything ever made is more comfortable than a Miata, the choices are varied and numerous.  * 2004-2006 Scion xB: economical, reliable, versatile and kinda fun. Bank about $4,000. * Any Lexus: reliable, cushy, maybe an IS meets the cool factor.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13994.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k259e","c_root_id_B":"g0jx9fo","created_at_utc_A":1596719727,"created_at_utc_B":1596717347,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Since almost anything ever made is more comfortable than a Miata, the choices are varied and numerous.  * 2004-2006 Scion xB: economical, reliable, versatile and kinda fun. Bank about $4,000. * Any Lexus: reliable, cushy, maybe an IS meets the cool factor.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2380.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k3zt6","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596720580,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Volvos are soooo comfortable. You can probably get a decent 245 for under 7k. RWD long roof with a manual? Yes please.","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5429.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jj6uq","c_root_id_B":"g0k3zt6","created_at_utc_A":1596706671,"created_at_utc_B":1596720580,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","human_ref_B":"Volvos are soooo comfortable. You can probably get a decent 245 for under 7k. RWD long roof with a manual? Yes please.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13909.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k3zt6","c_root_id_B":"g0k19dx","created_at_utc_A":1596720580,"created_at_utc_B":1596719268,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Volvos are soooo comfortable. You can probably get a decent 245 for under 7k. RWD long roof with a manual? Yes please.","human_ref_B":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1312.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k3zt6","c_root_id_B":"g0jia6t","created_at_utc_A":1596720580,"created_at_utc_B":1596705733,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Volvos are soooo comfortable. You can probably get a decent 245 for under 7k. RWD long roof with a manual? Yes please.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14847.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jx9fo","c_root_id_B":"g0k3zt6","created_at_utc_A":1596717347,"created_at_utc_B":1596720580,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","human_ref_B":"Volvos are soooo comfortable. You can probably get a decent 245 for under 7k. RWD long roof with a manual? Yes please.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3233.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0kglap","c_root_id_B":"g0jj6uq","created_at_utc_A":1596726009,"created_at_utc_B":1596706671,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Old buick","human_ref_B":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19338.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0kglap","c_root_id_B":"g0k8501","created_at_utc_A":1596726009,"created_at_utc_B":1596722366,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Old buick","human_ref_B":"Another vote for Lexus.  I had a '98 ES300 that might still be my favorite car I've owned and a '99 SC300 which was an absolute pleasure to drive until it started falling apart.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3643.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k19dx","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596719268,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6741.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k4bfz","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596720724,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"BMW 735i. Bulletproof straight six, mad cozy in there.","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5285.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k9i2a","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596722997,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Any Volvo with the 2.3, 2.4 or 2.5 5 cylinder.","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3012.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0kchv4","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596724286,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If you can find one, I recommend a Buick Park Ave Ultra.   3.8L supercharged V6, comfy interior and nice ride.  Perfect road trip car.  Roast 350Z's from a stop light.  A pulley and injectors away from 12's in the quarter mile.","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1723.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20276.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jx9fo","c_root_id_B":"g0kglap","created_at_utc_A":1596717347,"created_at_utc_B":1596726009,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","human_ref_B":"Old buick","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8662.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jj6uq","c_root_id_B":"g0jia6t","created_at_utc_A":1596706671,"created_at_utc_B":1596705733,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"E28 bmw 5 series, or an e30? E34?","human_ref_B":"Mercedes","labels":1,"seconds_difference":938.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k8501","c_root_id_B":"g0k19dx","created_at_utc_A":1596722366,"created_at_utc_B":1596719268,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Another vote for Lexus.  I had a '98 ES300 that might still be my favorite car I've owned and a '99 SC300 which was an absolute pleasure to drive until it started falling apart.","human_ref_B":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3098.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k4bfz","c_root_id_B":"g0k8501","created_at_utc_A":1596720724,"created_at_utc_B":1596722366,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"BMW 735i. Bulletproof straight six, mad cozy in there.","human_ref_B":"Another vote for Lexus.  I had a '98 ES300 that might still be my favorite car I've owned and a '99 SC300 which was an absolute pleasure to drive until it started falling apart.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1642.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0k8501","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596722366,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"Another vote for Lexus.  I had a '98 ES300 that might still be my favorite car I've owned and a '99 SC300 which was an absolute pleasure to drive until it started falling apart.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16633.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k8501","c_root_id_B":"g0jx9fo","created_at_utc_A":1596722366,"created_at_utc_B":1596717347,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Another vote for Lexus.  I had a '98 ES300 that might still be my favorite car I've owned and a '99 SC300 which was an absolute pleasure to drive until it started falling apart.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5019.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k19dx","c_root_id_B":"g0jia6t","created_at_utc_A":1596719268,"created_at_utc_B":1596705733,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","human_ref_B":"Mercedes","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13535.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jx9fo","c_root_id_B":"g0k19dx","created_at_utc_A":1596717347,"created_at_utc_B":1596719268,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","human_ref_B":"If you can find it check out the 96 impala ss but if you\u2019re looking for something smaller you could get a Saab. Parts are easier to find than one might think","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1921.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k4bfz","c_root_id_B":"g0jia6t","created_at_utc_A":1596720724,"created_at_utc_B":1596705733,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"BMW 735i. Bulletproof straight six, mad cozy in there.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14991.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k4bfz","c_root_id_B":"g0jx9fo","created_at_utc_A":1596720724,"created_at_utc_B":1596717347,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"BMW 735i. Bulletproof straight six, mad cozy in there.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3377.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0k9i2a","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596722997,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"Any Volvo with the 2.3, 2.4 or 2.5 5 cylinder.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17264.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0k9i2a","c_root_id_B":"g0jx9fo","created_at_utc_A":1596722997,"created_at_utc_B":1596717347,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Any Volvo with the 2.3, 2.4 or 2.5 5 cylinder.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5650.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0kchv4","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596724286,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"If you can find one, I recommend a Buick Park Ave Ultra.   3.8L supercharged V6, comfy interior and nice ride.  Perfect road trip car.  Roast 350Z's from a stop light.  A pulley and injectors away from 12's in the quarter mile.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18553.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jx9fo","c_root_id_B":"g0kchv4","created_at_utc_A":1596717347,"created_at_utc_B":1596724286,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","human_ref_B":"If you can find one, I recommend a Buick Park Ave Ultra.   3.8L supercharged V6, comfy interior and nice ride.  Perfect road trip car.  Roast 350Z's from a stop light.  A pulley and injectors away from 12's in the quarter mile.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6939.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0jia6t","c_root_id_B":"g0l7bw0","created_at_utc_A":1596705733,"created_at_utc_B":1596737677,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Mercedes","human_ref_B":"I think the Lexus LS is the winner.  But I have to throw this out there and I have no clue if it's a good suggestion --- Taurus SHO. Damn cool cars, no idea of availability or reliability.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":31944.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0l7bw0","c_root_id_B":"g0jx9fo","created_at_utc_A":1596737677,"created_at_utc_B":1596717347,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I think the Lexus LS is the winner.  But I have to throw this out there and I have no clue if it's a good suggestion --- Taurus SHO. Damn cool cars, no idea of availability or reliability.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes W124, or if you could find one a W140. Nothing will beat that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20330.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4ny0g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What are some 90s cars that are more on the comfortable side but also less than 7k? Looking for something to compliment the Miata!   Ideally also something I can get classic car insurance on, but it's not a necessity. I just want something I can take out on the weekdays that will also keep more than 1 passenger and hopefully with more than one airbag per car. Basically think in the broad price range of the Miata, but the opposite of the Miata.   Must be kinda cool!","c_root_id_A":"g0kwoaz","c_root_id_B":"g0l7bw0","created_at_utc_A":1596732967,"created_at_utc_B":1596737677,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A Buick!","human_ref_B":"I think the Lexus LS is the winner.  But I have to throw this out there and I have no clue if it's a good suggestion --- Taurus SHO. Damn cool cars, no idea of availability or reliability.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4710.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0a2is8","c_root_id_B":"g0a20b5","created_at_utc_A":1596503748,"created_at_utc_B":1596503471,"score_A":21,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"More often than not, the squishy organic bit sitting behind the steering wheel.","human_ref_B":"My understanding is that in the 60's and 70's, Japan was a maker of cheap products post WWII.  In the mid 70's the Japanese manufacturing mindset changed. They had a strategy to tighten the tolerances of everything and so all they made fit better together, caused less friction and heat and lasted longer.  Similar tightening went into every aspect of engineering and manufacturing.  We see the result today.  For the most part.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":277.0,"score_ratio":2.625}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0a3dr5","c_root_id_B":"g0a8hvv","created_at_utc_A":1596504212,"created_at_utc_B":1596506976,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Less stuff under the hood and tried and proven technology would make a car reliable. Newer and more complicated and smaller engines with turbos would be considered unreliable. Also cvt transmissions are still newer and still kind of have a certain stigma with them.","human_ref_B":"Generally the more complicated the car is in terms of electronic things the less reliable it is. Japanese cars in the early 90s and 2000s generally had less electronic things in the car. Also they didn't feel the need to update the interior drastically every 2 years(or so it seems with american cars.) So the components were more mature and had more time to iron out the electronic gremlins.   But like others have said, there are american cars that are built like tanks and will run forever.  In conclusion, just buy a Toyota Camry and you won't have to worry about another car for at least 15 years given you take care of it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2764.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0a7z17","c_root_id_B":"g0a8hvv","created_at_utc_A":1596506685,"created_at_utc_B":1596506976,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"What makes a vehicle unreliable is a high failure rate in a well maintained instance. For example, everybody says EcoBoost motors are unreliable (and yes some of them are) but if you get a 2.0, 2.3, or 3.5, and you actually properly maintain them, they're bulletproof. However, if you buy a GM with a 3.6 or 1.4 no matter what you're gonna have a bad time.","human_ref_B":"Generally the more complicated the car is in terms of electronic things the less reliable it is. Japanese cars in the early 90s and 2000s generally had less electronic things in the car. Also they didn't feel the need to update the interior drastically every 2 years(or so it seems with american cars.) So the components were more mature and had more time to iron out the electronic gremlins.   But like others have said, there are american cars that are built like tanks and will run forever.  In conclusion, just buy a Toyota Camry and you won't have to worry about another car for at least 15 years given you take care of it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":291.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0a3dr5","c_root_id_B":"g0acgvb","created_at_utc_A":1596504212,"created_at_utc_B":1596509185,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Less stuff under the hood and tried and proven technology would make a car reliable. Newer and more complicated and smaller engines with turbos would be considered unreliable. Also cvt transmissions are still newer and still kind of have a certain stigma with them.","human_ref_B":"Basically, auto manufacturing hadn't changed all that much in mindset since Henry Ford came up with the moving assembly line. In the 80s, Toyota looked at the methods being employed and created a method of discovering defects and waste that transformed everything they did. The other Japanese manufacturers caught on (to one degree or another), and profits went up across the board. Flush with new operating margin, they went back and started spending more money on the parts of the car most likely to fail.   Thus were born econoboxes with expensive parts like fully forged cranks.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4973.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0acgvb","c_root_id_B":"g0a7z17","created_at_utc_A":1596509185,"created_at_utc_B":1596506685,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Basically, auto manufacturing hadn't changed all that much in mindset since Henry Ford came up with the moving assembly line. In the 80s, Toyota looked at the methods being employed and created a method of discovering defects and waste that transformed everything they did. The other Japanese manufacturers caught on (to one degree or another), and profits went up across the board. Flush with new operating margin, they went back and started spending more money on the parts of the car most likely to fail.   Thus were born econoboxes with expensive parts like fully forged cranks.","human_ref_B":"What makes a vehicle unreliable is a high failure rate in a well maintained instance. For example, everybody says EcoBoost motors are unreliable (and yes some of them are) but if you get a 2.0, 2.3, or 3.5, and you actually properly maintain them, they're bulletproof. However, if you buy a GM with a 3.6 or 1.4 no matter what you're gonna have a bad time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2500.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0acgvb","c_root_id_B":"g0a97vv","created_at_utc_A":1596509185,"created_at_utc_B":1596507380,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically, auto manufacturing hadn't changed all that much in mindset since Henry Ford came up with the moving assembly line. In the 80s, Toyota looked at the methods being employed and created a method of discovering defects and waste that transformed everything they did. The other Japanese manufacturers caught on (to one degree or another), and profits went up across the board. Flush with new operating margin, they went back and started spending more money on the parts of the car most likely to fail.   Thus were born econoboxes with expensive parts like fully forged cranks.","human_ref_B":"You\u2019re using very broad strokes here. Reliable cars use proven, usually simple technology, are built with good materials and tight tolerances, and are - most importantly - well maintained by their owners. All of my cars for the last 10 years have been high mileage BMWs, and they\u2019ve been reliable because I\u2019ve gotten the hang of taking care of them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1805.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0acgvb","c_root_id_B":"g0ac1ah","created_at_utc_A":1596509185,"created_at_utc_B":1596508948,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Basically, auto manufacturing hadn't changed all that much in mindset since Henry Ford came up with the moving assembly line. In the 80s, Toyota looked at the methods being employed and created a method of discovering defects and waste that transformed everything they did. The other Japanese manufacturers caught on (to one degree or another), and profits went up across the board. Flush with new operating margin, they went back and started spending more money on the parts of the car most likely to fail.   Thus were born econoboxes with expensive parts like fully forged cranks.","human_ref_B":"Japans economy let them over engineer cars in the 80s and 90s. They destroyed domestic automakers by making great small cars and dominated that market.  U.S. auto makers were hit hard by the oil crisis and CARB emissions requirements in the 70s. They had all these huge cars with big V8 engines and they couldn't pivot away from that fast enough. They had already dumped the money into R&D and had to make due with what they had. That's why you have late 70s cars with 500ci V8s making 200hp. They were choked with emissions equipment. Cars overall got slower and tastes changed as Americans moved away from land barges. The Japanese cars filled a niche and gained a great reputation for reliability. The U.S. companies didn't seem to care about small cars so they made half hearted entries and focused on trucks and SUVs. I would say in the last ten years or so things have evened out. Toyota still makes good cars but so does Ford and so does Hyundai. I don't think you can go by the brand, you need to research the car and see if there are problems specific to that model. My wife has a 2017 civic and the AC has failed three times this summer. It's not a bad car but it goes to show that any model can have issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":237.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i37dkv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What makes a vehicle unreliable? What makes a vehicle reliable? Why are American vehicles so unreliable? Why are Japanese vehicles so reliable?","c_root_id_A":"g0a97vv","c_root_id_B":"g0ac1ah","created_at_utc_A":1596507380,"created_at_utc_B":1596508948,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re using very broad strokes here. Reliable cars use proven, usually simple technology, are built with good materials and tight tolerances, and are - most importantly - well maintained by their owners. All of my cars for the last 10 years have been high mileage BMWs, and they\u2019ve been reliable because I\u2019ve gotten the hang of taking care of them.","human_ref_B":"Japans economy let them over engineer cars in the 80s and 90s. They destroyed domestic automakers by making great small cars and dominated that market.  U.S. auto makers were hit hard by the oil crisis and CARB emissions requirements in the 70s. They had all these huge cars with big V8 engines and they couldn't pivot away from that fast enough. They had already dumped the money into R&D and had to make due with what they had. That's why you have late 70s cars with 500ci V8s making 200hp. They were choked with emissions equipment. Cars overall got slower and tastes changed as Americans moved away from land barges. The Japanese cars filled a niche and gained a great reputation for reliability. The U.S. companies didn't seem to care about small cars so they made half hearted entries and focused on trucks and SUVs. I would say in the last ten years or so things have evened out. Toyota still makes good cars but so does Ford and so does Hyundai. I don't think you can go by the brand, you need to research the car and see if there are problems specific to that model. My wife has a 2017 civic and the AC has failed three times this summer. It's not a bad car but it goes to show that any model can have issues.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1568.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"f7h12n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why are people so willing to throw an entire car away when a major component like a transmission goes? I understand that in a lot of cases, and for many cars, it may not be the most cost efficient option, but it's entirely sad to see an otherwise fine car discarded. For example, there is a particularly large amount of hate against Nissan's CVT which is understandable. But why is it so common to just throw the whole car away when it fails?","c_root_id_A":"fibb00r","c_root_id_B":"fibklps","created_at_utc_A":1582318205,"created_at_utc_B":1582323981,"score_A":5,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"One of those faults of the way our brains assess risk is that people would rather scrap their current car with its known problem and known cost to repair and replace it with a used car with *unknown* problems because they no longer \"trust\" their current car. This might be a good gamble if the replacement car were new or a high-dollar late model used car, but they're often trying to replace a $3000 car that needs a $2000 repair one-to-one with a $5000 car.  There is a question of whether it's ever worth it to hold on if a car has a known design flaw\/chronic problem that's just going to come back, but it's something you can figure in to the long-term running cost if you're really savvy.","human_ref_B":"IMO some combination of  1) Cost to fix above selling price (reasonably rational decision)  2) Want to internally justify buying something else (irrational decision)  3) Willing to pay something for newer features and cost of major repair swings the calculus in that favor (semi rational if related to safety)  4) Believe the car is about to become a money pit and don't want to deal with it (semi rational decision)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5776.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"f7h12n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why are people so willing to throw an entire car away when a major component like a transmission goes? I understand that in a lot of cases, and for many cars, it may not be the most cost efficient option, but it's entirely sad to see an otherwise fine car discarded. For example, there is a particularly large amount of hate against Nissan's CVT which is understandable. But why is it so common to just throw the whole car away when it fails?","c_root_id_A":"fibjln1","c_root_id_B":"fibklps","created_at_utc_A":1582323357,"created_at_utc_B":1582323981,"score_A":5,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Cause peoole put too much attention on the sale price of the car and.justify it to buy new things. I  have a 2003 subaru that cost me 1500 to.buy. i had to put a new clutch in at a cost of 1k. The car takes me to work every day. So it is \"worth my weekly pay check every week.  Aftet 3 days the clutch has paid for itself.  The worth of the car is irrelevant.","human_ref_B":"IMO some combination of  1) Cost to fix above selling price (reasonably rational decision)  2) Want to internally justify buying something else (irrational decision)  3) Willing to pay something for newer features and cost of major repair swings the calculus in that favor (semi rational if related to safety)  4) Believe the car is about to become a money pit and don't want to deal with it (semi rational decision)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":624.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"f7h12n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why are people so willing to throw an entire car away when a major component like a transmission goes? I understand that in a lot of cases, and for many cars, it may not be the most cost efficient option, but it's entirely sad to see an otherwise fine car discarded. For example, there is a particularly large amount of hate against Nissan's CVT which is understandable. But why is it so common to just throw the whole car away when it fails?","c_root_id_A":"fic2mw6","c_root_id_B":"ficmmrh","created_at_utc_A":1582336091,"created_at_utc_B":1582352320,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Pro-Tp: Sell your vehicle to a salvage yard\/automotive recycling facility. That\u2019s what I do for my day job; we salvage all of the usable parts and recycle them. You\u2019re exactly right; it\u2019s hugely wasteful and not very eco-friendly to just crush\/trash the car.","human_ref_B":"A lot of times you are buying a used engine to replace your broken engine and you're not sure if the used engine is even in great condition itself.  The part you replace it with can still fail to the same defect the original part failed from.  A lot of cars that have transmissions or engines fail may be having them fail because there is a manufacturer defect.  If your car is having parts fail, you don't know if another part isn't going to fail right after you replace this part. Especially for cars that are getting old.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16229.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"f7h12n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why are people so willing to throw an entire car away when a major component like a transmission goes? I understand that in a lot of cases, and for many cars, it may not be the most cost efficient option, but it's entirely sad to see an otherwise fine car discarded. For example, there is a particularly large amount of hate against Nissan's CVT which is understandable. But why is it so common to just throw the whole car away when it fails?","c_root_id_A":"fic3jy9","c_root_id_B":"ficmmrh","created_at_utc_A":1582336752,"created_at_utc_B":1582352320,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Speaking as a prior mechanic, most people sell the vehicle after a major repair because they don't trust it anymore.","human_ref_B":"A lot of times you are buying a used engine to replace your broken engine and you're not sure if the used engine is even in great condition itself.  The part you replace it with can still fail to the same defect the original part failed from.  A lot of cars that have transmissions or engines fail may be having them fail because there is a manufacturer defect.  If your car is having parts fail, you don't know if another part isn't going to fail right after you replace this part. Especially for cars that are getting old.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15568.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"56czmd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What are some of your \"This car should be dead, but it's still miraculously chuggin' along\" stories? I just saw the air-cooled thread and I was thinking about my old 1990 VW Jetta that had a bad coolant leak. I drove it back and forth to work for 2 weeks bone dry without a hitch, eventually fixing it.","c_root_id_A":"d8icy6b","c_root_id_B":"d8id2vl","created_at_utc_A":1475871643,"created_at_utc_B":1475871811,"score_A":9,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Once I (somehow) thought my mechanic overfilled my oil, when in fact it was low and I ended up driving around for weeks with almost no oil in my engine. I didn't realize until it started to sound like a diesel truck. Boy did I feel stupid. I'm so sorry, car. :(","human_ref_B":"You should ask Justrolledintotheshop.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":168.0,"score_ratio":1.8888888889}
{"post_id":"56czmd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What are some of your \"This car should be dead, but it's still miraculously chuggin' along\" stories? I just saw the air-cooled thread and I was thinking about my old 1990 VW Jetta that had a bad coolant leak. I drove it back and forth to work for 2 weeks bone dry without a hitch, eventually fixing it.","c_root_id_A":"d8j03tg","c_root_id_B":"d8irmqn","created_at_utc_A":1475913462,"created_at_utc_B":1475894266,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I had a 1994 Nissan Truck access cab. 3.0L V6. It was a monster, it wouldn't die, and it wasn't for lack of trying.  Someone tried to break into it,  they cut the negative terminal trying to disable the alarm. The trucks battery had frayed so somehow that was still touching the metal. So the alarm kept going off and I managed to scare them away after I approached them...well ran at them while they took off (in hind sight it probably wasn't the best idea) but still, the truck ran for 3 more years on the frayed battery cable ground.   It survived off roading into a ravine in the middle of nowhere and was stuck for 2 days until my dad went out with a friend of his and forcibly ripped it from the ravine it was high centered in.","human_ref_B":"Heater core busted (2003 GM 3800). Noticed the floor was moist one day after it rained so I didn't think anything of it. Well after 2 weeks of dry August heat it was still wet. My commute was ~110 miles a day and it never overheated. Wasn't completely dry but I had to add almost 2 gallons of coolant after it got replaced.      Found out my 1998 Frontier had the air pipe plumbed into a front fender. Forgot I took the fender liner out and drove straight through a run of puddles down a trail. After that I drove it the same 110 mile  commute for 4 months straight. It started eating more oil than it did gas and threw a rod 2 says after I bought a new car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19196.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"56czmd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What are some of your \"This car should be dead, but it's still miraculously chuggin' along\" stories? I just saw the air-cooled thread and I was thinking about my old 1990 VW Jetta that had a bad coolant leak. I drove it back and forth to work for 2 weeks bone dry without a hitch, eventually fixing it.","c_root_id_A":"d8irmqn","c_root_id_B":"d8j4yg9","created_at_utc_A":1475894266,"created_at_utc_B":1475931049,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Heater core busted (2003 GM 3800). Noticed the floor was moist one day after it rained so I didn't think anything of it. Well after 2 weeks of dry August heat it was still wet. My commute was ~110 miles a day and it never overheated. Wasn't completely dry but I had to add almost 2 gallons of coolant after it got replaced.      Found out my 1998 Frontier had the air pipe plumbed into a front fender. Forgot I took the fender liner out and drove straight through a run of puddles down a trail. After that I drove it the same 110 mile  commute for 4 months straight. It started eating more oil than it did gas and threw a rod 2 says after I bought a new car.","human_ref_B":"I had an at-the-time 180k mile '99 Passat 1.8T. It made a strange \"wirring\" sound, so one day I changed to synthetic motor oil because I was young and dumb and because synthetic was new and \"advanced\". The sound got MUCH worse. So I changed back to conventional oil.  I know now from friends' experiences that the sound was a shot journal bearing in the chra of the turbo, and that you should NEVER change from synthetic to conventional oil. But I did. Funny enough that noise went away eventually. The car ran another 100k miles just dandy.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":36783.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx53z2j","c_root_id_B":"hx4z29g","created_at_utc_A":1644992189,"created_at_utc_B":1644989111,"score_A":31,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Donut Media has fantastic videos, especially their Up To Speed Series!  Also I\u2019m sure that if you ask your boyfriend he would be very very very happy to teach you","human_ref_B":"Chris fix on YouTube has really really good videos on car care. Maintenance, repairs, cleaning, etc.   I know very little about cars (I do my own basic maintenance and that's it) and am not interested in them as a symbol of anything other than how to get from point A to point B. But I love Chris Fix's videos.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3078.0,"score_ratio":7.75}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5i4wt","c_root_id_B":"hx4z29g","created_at_utc_A":1645002871,"created_at_utc_B":1644989111,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"mighty car mods. marty and moog have been doing youtube since yt began.  also sarah in tuned.","human_ref_B":"Chris fix on YouTube has really really good videos on car care. Maintenance, repairs, cleaning, etc.   I know very little about cars (I do my own basic maintenance and that's it) and am not interested in them as a symbol of anything other than how to get from point A to point B. But I love Chris Fix's videos.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13760.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5bsvh","c_root_id_B":"hx5i4wt","created_at_utc_A":1644997806,"created_at_utc_B":1645002871,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Hoonigan Autofocus is a great channel to just get some general exposure. Larry Chen is a really talented professional photographer in the car scene and an enthusiast himself. So he finds great examples of interesting cars, does a feature on the car and talks to the owner and goes for a drive and gives impressions and usually a little history. He also goes to interesting events from time to time and shares the experience of being there from a photographers perspective too. All without going into potentially boring minutia that might overwhelm a beginner.  Mighty Car Mods is a couple dudes from Australia who are super enthusiastic about cars, almost exclusively Japanese ones, who do everything from really basic mods to pretty involved builds, but they keep the technical stuff light and fun and mostly just share their passion and enthusiasm with their audience. They clearly have a lot of fun doing it, which makes it fun to watch. (Funny dudes too)","human_ref_B":"mighty car mods. marty and moog have been doing youtube since yt began.  also sarah in tuned.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5065.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5dcl7","c_root_id_B":"hx5i4wt","created_at_utc_A":1644998993,"created_at_utc_B":1645002871,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Do you want a story or more a few bites","human_ref_B":"mighty car mods. marty and moog have been doing youtube since yt began.  also sarah in tuned.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3878.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5bsvh","c_root_id_B":"hx6ef67","created_at_utc_A":1644997806,"created_at_utc_B":1645022569,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hoonigan Autofocus is a great channel to just get some general exposure. Larry Chen is a really talented professional photographer in the car scene and an enthusiast himself. So he finds great examples of interesting cars, does a feature on the car and talks to the owner and goes for a drive and gives impressions and usually a little history. He also goes to interesting events from time to time and shares the experience of being there from a photographers perspective too. All without going into potentially boring minutia that might overwhelm a beginner.  Mighty Car Mods is a couple dudes from Australia who are super enthusiastic about cars, almost exclusively Japanese ones, who do everything from really basic mods to pretty involved builds, but they keep the technical stuff light and fun and mostly just share their passion and enthusiasm with their audience. They clearly have a lot of fun doing it, which makes it fun to watch. (Funny dudes too)","human_ref_B":"Hagerty on YouTube has an ongoing series with Jason Cammisa (hope I spelled that correctly) that dives into the story of various classic or just cool and weird cars and why they mean so much to the people who like them. I highly recommend it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24763.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5dcl7","c_root_id_B":"hx6ef67","created_at_utc_A":1644998993,"created_at_utc_B":1645022569,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Do you want a story or more a few bites","human_ref_B":"Hagerty on YouTube has an ongoing series with Jason Cammisa (hope I spelled that correctly) that dives into the story of various classic or just cool and weird cars and why they mean so much to the people who like them. I highly recommend it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23576.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5y6sd","c_root_id_B":"hx6ef67","created_at_utc_A":1645014659,"created_at_utc_B":1645022569,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"First, you have to get WHY he likes cars. Why most guys do.   It's our thing. We take care of it. Spend time with it. And make sure it gets what it needs. Many of us see our cars as either an extension of ourselves or almost like our children.   At the same time. For many of us, our car is the only thing in our lives that does exactly what we want it to do. It listens to us. It's quite literally a relationship with a machine.   Anyhow, for things you could watch.   I've seen Donut Media mentioned. Another good one that does a lot of JDM, Kei cars, and 4x4 is Mighty Car Mods from Australia.","human_ref_B":"Hagerty on YouTube has an ongoing series with Jason Cammisa (hope I spelled that correctly) that dives into the story of various classic or just cool and weird cars and why they mean so much to the people who like them. I highly recommend it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7910.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx6njkl","c_root_id_B":"hx5bsvh","created_at_utc_A":1645026245,"created_at_utc_B":1644997806,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"gears and gasoline has a great beginner friendly vibe to their stuff, their filmmaking\/presentation is outstanding and it will get you hype about their content just due to their storytelling and writing. it\u2019s like a TV show almost with their production value just on youtube and they\u2019re actually nice people","human_ref_B":"Hoonigan Autofocus is a great channel to just get some general exposure. Larry Chen is a really talented professional photographer in the car scene and an enthusiast himself. So he finds great examples of interesting cars, does a feature on the car and talks to the owner and goes for a drive and gives impressions and usually a little history. He also goes to interesting events from time to time and shares the experience of being there from a photographers perspective too. All without going into potentially boring minutia that might overwhelm a beginner.  Mighty Car Mods is a couple dudes from Australia who are super enthusiastic about cars, almost exclusively Japanese ones, who do everything from really basic mods to pretty involved builds, but they keep the technical stuff light and fun and mostly just share their passion and enthusiasm with their audience. They clearly have a lot of fun doing it, which makes it fun to watch. (Funny dudes too)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":28439.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx5dcl7","c_root_id_B":"hx6njkl","created_at_utc_A":1644998993,"created_at_utc_B":1645026245,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Do you want a story or more a few bites","human_ref_B":"gears and gasoline has a great beginner friendly vibe to their stuff, their filmmaking\/presentation is outstanding and it will get you hype about their content just due to their storytelling and writing. it\u2019s like a TV show almost with their production value just on youtube and they\u2019re actually nice people","labels":0,"seconds_difference":27252.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx6njkl","c_root_id_B":"hx5y6sd","created_at_utc_A":1645026245,"created_at_utc_B":1645014659,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"gears and gasoline has a great beginner friendly vibe to their stuff, their filmmaking\/presentation is outstanding and it will get you hype about their content just due to their storytelling and writing. it\u2019s like a TV show almost with their production value just on youtube and they\u2019re actually nice people","human_ref_B":"First, you have to get WHY he likes cars. Why most guys do.   It's our thing. We take care of it. Spend time with it. And make sure it gets what it needs. Many of us see our cars as either an extension of ourselves or almost like our children.   At the same time. For many of us, our car is the only thing in our lives that does exactly what we want it to do. It listens to us. It's quite literally a relationship with a machine.   Anyhow, for things you could watch.   I've seen Donut Media mentioned. Another good one that does a lot of JDM, Kei cars, and 4x4 is Mighty Car Mods from Australia.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11586.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx7fbjw","c_root_id_B":"hx5bsvh","created_at_utc_A":1645037179,"created_at_utc_B":1644997806,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You're a good one. Your boyfriend is lucky to have you :)","human_ref_B":"Hoonigan Autofocus is a great channel to just get some general exposure. Larry Chen is a really talented professional photographer in the car scene and an enthusiast himself. So he finds great examples of interesting cars, does a feature on the car and talks to the owner and goes for a drive and gives impressions and usually a little history. He also goes to interesting events from time to time and shares the experience of being there from a photographers perspective too. All without going into potentially boring minutia that might overwhelm a beginner.  Mighty Car Mods is a couple dudes from Australia who are super enthusiastic about cars, almost exclusively Japanese ones, who do everything from really basic mods to pretty involved builds, but they keep the technical stuff light and fun and mostly just share their passion and enthusiasm with their audience. They clearly have a lot of fun doing it, which makes it fun to watch. (Funny dudes too)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":39373.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx7fbjw","c_root_id_B":"hx5dcl7","created_at_utc_A":1645037179,"created_at_utc_B":1644998993,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You're a good one. Your boyfriend is lucky to have you :)","human_ref_B":"Do you want a story or more a few bites","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38186.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx7fbjw","c_root_id_B":"hx5y6sd","created_at_utc_A":1645037179,"created_at_utc_B":1645014659,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You're a good one. Your boyfriend is lucky to have you :)","human_ref_B":"First, you have to get WHY he likes cars. Why most guys do.   It's our thing. We take care of it. Spend time with it. And make sure it gets what it needs. Many of us see our cars as either an extension of ourselves or almost like our children.   At the same time. For many of us, our car is the only thing in our lives that does exactly what we want it to do. It listens to us. It's quite literally a relationship with a machine.   Anyhow, for things you could watch.   I've seen Donut Media mentioned. Another good one that does a lot of JDM, Kei cars, and 4x4 is Mighty Car Mods from Australia.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22520.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx6rptr","c_root_id_B":"hx7fbjw","created_at_utc_A":1645027854,"created_at_utc_B":1645037179,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you are just looking for some stoke and perspective, check out Jay Leno's garage on YouTube, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee and whatever the recent iteration is of \"Mega Machines\".  Cars are art and cars are amazing pieces of engineering. Seek to understand how that is true.","human_ref_B":"You're a good one. Your boyfriend is lucky to have you :)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9325.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"stmzld","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What should I youtube to understand my boyfriend's excitement? I just need tips on where to look to be able to get some general knowledge about cars so that when he tells me something about one, or gets excited about one that he found on marketplace, I don't return a blank face. He is into Japanese cars, mainly 4x4 stuff. But he also doesn't mind street cars. Mt basic knowledge of a car is that u turn the key and car go broom. Where should I start?","c_root_id_A":"hx7fbjw","c_root_id_B":"hx6vf80","created_at_utc_A":1645037179,"created_at_utc_B":1645029253,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You're a good one. Your boyfriend is lucky to have you :)","human_ref_B":"Regular Car Reviews on YouTube is good for a laugh while giving a sense of appreciation for a variety of cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7926.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ohazbc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Did I get ripped off? I purchased a 2007 Honda CR-V LX with 76,424 miles on it for $10,550. As part of the deal, I asked them to include an alignment because the car was steering off to one side and there was a vibration in the wheel when I went up to 70-80mph. When I picked it up today, they provided me with a sheet showing the vin# at the top and that it was aligned but not an actual work order that it was actually done. (https:\/\/imgur.com\/3dUzQ5V)  As I leave the parking lot, the car still drove the same way as when I had test drove it so I give them a call and they said it was done and that they will send me a work order tomorrow.   Did they actually do the alignment? Should I have them check it again or cut my losses and potentially pay out of pocket to get this done correctly?","c_root_id_A":"h4o8kvm","c_root_id_B":"h4ovsri","created_at_utc_A":1625894506,"created_at_utc_B":1625915679,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Hey get that thing in the air if you can, jack it up. Get in and wiggle all the tires around, see if any of them jiggle. Make sure they spin smooth. I don\u2019t think you got ripped off, but this is indicating a bit of speed bump damage. Common, not a huge problem, but needs to be checked out. You got a lot of ball joins down there, make sure they\u2019re all copacetic, and you need to make sure the wheel bearings spin smooth.   I\u2019d say to eat the $50 and take it to a good tire and alignment shop if you\u2019re not mechanically inclined, just to check it out.   Typically speed wobble will be a bad balance on the tire for some reason, but unless it\u2019s bald spots on the tire, it damn near always has a buddy in my experience.","human_ref_B":"You spent over 10k on a car and your thinking of cutting your losses? Id drive straight back in there and tell them to get that car running perfectly or get your money back.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21173.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ohazbc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Did I get ripped off? I purchased a 2007 Honda CR-V LX with 76,424 miles on it for $10,550. As part of the deal, I asked them to include an alignment because the car was steering off to one side and there was a vibration in the wheel when I went up to 70-80mph. When I picked it up today, they provided me with a sheet showing the vin# at the top and that it was aligned but not an actual work order that it was actually done. (https:\/\/imgur.com\/3dUzQ5V)  As I leave the parking lot, the car still drove the same way as when I had test drove it so I give them a call and they said it was done and that they will send me a work order tomorrow.   Did they actually do the alignment? Should I have them check it again or cut my losses and potentially pay out of pocket to get this done correctly?","c_root_id_A":"h4o8kvm","c_root_id_B":"h4phpdz","created_at_utc_A":1625894506,"created_at_utc_B":1625929552,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Hey get that thing in the air if you can, jack it up. Get in and wiggle all the tires around, see if any of them jiggle. Make sure they spin smooth. I don\u2019t think you got ripped off, but this is indicating a bit of speed bump damage. Common, not a huge problem, but needs to be checked out. You got a lot of ball joins down there, make sure they\u2019re all copacetic, and you need to make sure the wheel bearings spin smooth.   I\u2019d say to eat the $50 and take it to a good tire and alignment shop if you\u2019re not mechanically inclined, just to check it out.   Typically speed wobble will be a bad balance on the tire for some reason, but unless it\u2019s bald spots on the tire, it damn near always has a buddy in my experience.","human_ref_B":"For the most part, anyone buying any car right now is paying a premium.  The microchip shortage has meant new cars are few and far between, which has turned the used car market into an overpriced shit show.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35046.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2r9yau","c_root_id_B":"h2r9c59","created_at_utc_A":1624448315,"created_at_utc_B":1624447854,"score_A":38,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Toyota makes a solid CVT. they have for years, since the original Prius. Really isn't a ton of extra maintenance,  just standard services every 80k or 100k if that.  The trans in my hybrid avalon is a cvt and I don't have issues at all with it.   Nissan makes a garbage cvt, Honda is better, Subaru is mediocre. But Toyota isn't bad, I was also a tech for years. I'd never recommend anyone buy one unless it is a Toyota. I'd absolutely prefer a manual or traditional auto, but they can be useful.","human_ref_B":"It doesn\u2019t need maintenance but the driving experience is horrible.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":461.0,"score_ratio":4.2222222222}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2rpjil","c_root_id_B":"h2rff32","created_at_utc_A":1624457377,"created_at_utc_B":1624451980,"score_A":12,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"People here are a little dramatic about CVTs. They're not the greatest thing to drive but if you're looking for a car to get you from A to B efficiently, the CVT is fine. Just test drive the car before you buy it.","human_ref_B":"I thought this was gonna be about the CVT in Nissan and I was very excited for the comments \ud83d\ude02","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5397.0,"score_ratio":1.0909090909}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2rpjil","c_root_id_B":"h2r9c59","created_at_utc_A":1624457377,"created_at_utc_B":1624447854,"score_A":12,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"People here are a little dramatic about CVTs. They're not the greatest thing to drive but if you're looking for a car to get you from A to B efficiently, the CVT is fine. Just test drive the car before you buy it.","human_ref_B":"It doesn\u2019t need maintenance but the driving experience is horrible.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9523.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2rdolj","c_root_id_B":"h2rpjil","created_at_utc_A":1624450913,"created_at_utc_B":1624457377,"score_A":6,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"The driving experience of a CVT is quite possibly the worst thing I've experienced. I hate then with a passion.","human_ref_B":"People here are a little dramatic about CVTs. They're not the greatest thing to drive but if you're looking for a car to get you from A to B efficiently, the CVT is fine. Just test drive the car before you buy it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6464.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2rff32","c_root_id_B":"h2r9c59","created_at_utc_A":1624451980,"created_at_utc_B":1624447854,"score_A":11,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I thought this was gonna be about the CVT in Nissan and I was very excited for the comments \ud83d\ude02","human_ref_B":"It doesn\u2019t need maintenance but the driving experience is horrible.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4126.0,"score_ratio":1.2222222222}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2rff32","c_root_id_B":"h2rdolj","created_at_utc_A":1624451980,"created_at_utc_B":1624450913,"score_A":11,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I thought this was gonna be about the CVT in Nissan and I was very excited for the comments \ud83d\ude02","human_ref_B":"The driving experience of a CVT is quite possibly the worst thing I've experienced. I hate then with a passion.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1067.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2s8ox4","c_root_id_B":"h2rx5hp","created_at_utc_A":1624466078,"created_at_utc_B":1624460983,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My experience with two cars with CVTs has been very positive.  I own a 2014 Altima 2.5S with 102K miles purchased new and a 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage DE CVT with 82K miles purchased in 2016 with 27K miles.  So, I have 160K miles roughly between two cars and have had absolutely no issues with either.  I am fastidious with maintenance (regular oil changes, engine coolant replacement, and CVT fluid replacement which I believe will extend the life of the CVTs in both vehicles.  Yes, the CVTs in Nissans are hit or miss but not everyone can get a bad one, can they?  As to how CVTs drive, they are adequate as I drive mostly on the highway with minimal elevation changes at a constant velocity which most understand does not require any shifting.   Some consider a CVT boring or slow.  In my Altima it is not slow but it definitely lacks the fun of driving a manual.","human_ref_B":"My wife's has a car with a cvt for a few years it's been fine. I'm not a fan of the way it drives. But there hasn't been any issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5095.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2se8iy","c_root_id_B":"h2rx5hp","created_at_utc_A":1624468296,"created_at_utc_B":1624460983,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Have a 2012 Subaru Legacy CVT with 150k on it. Changed the fluid at 100k and have had 0 problems.","human_ref_B":"My wife's has a car with a cvt for a few years it's been fine. I'm not a fan of the way it drives. But there hasn't been any issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7313.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o6abya","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Is it worth buying a car with a CVT transmission? I am looking for a new car and I was wondering how much maintenance a CVT transmission would need on a 2019 Toyota Corolla? Or even if someone could tell me their experience with having a CVT transmission","c_root_id_A":"h2sd1qs","c_root_id_B":"h2se8iy","created_at_utc_A":1624467798,"created_at_utc_B":1624468296,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It has nothing to do with the Toyota Corolla, but one of my friends has a 1971 Daf 66 which is famous for it's CVT (the car was also sold as Volvo 66). It runs great and seems to be very reliable. I would guess that the modern Toyota is also very solid, since they have a reputation for making solid and reliable cars. The Daf is very fun to drive. The transmission only has forward and reverse, and it can hit 85mph in both of them.  The Williams F1 team also experimented with a CVT transmission in the FW15 in the early 90s and it worked very good. It supposedly shaved seconds off of their laptimes, but it was outlawed shortly after.","human_ref_B":"Have a 2012 Subaru Legacy CVT with 150k on it. Changed the fluid at 100k and have had 0 problems.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":498.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia3zlxe","c_root_id_B":"ia3zmhs","created_at_utc_A":1653597085,"created_at_utc_B":1653597091,"score_A":8,"score_B":41,"human_ref_A":"if it actually runs well, and has full power, then it's unlikely that you actually have a failed catalytic converter, if it's still there.      100% Get a second opinion.","human_ref_B":"That shop is probably quoting you for a bolt-on replacement of the entire exhaust. (Even then, seems high.) A shop that can't weld likely cannot replace just the cat, and this is the only job they can quote you for.  Find an exhaust specific shop and get a quote there. They can cut out the cat and weld in a new one for a lot less money.  Also, your car might be worth more than you think, if it's not otherwise totally trashed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6.0,"score_ratio":5.125}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia3zlxe","c_root_id_B":"ia47kg0","created_at_utc_A":1653597085,"created_at_utc_B":1653600506,"score_A":8,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"if it actually runs well, and has full power, then it's unlikely that you actually have a failed catalytic converter, if it's still there.      100% Get a second opinion.","human_ref_B":"WTF, I got one off Ebay for $150 USD and brought it to a welding shop who attached it for $100. The whole thing costed me $250 total lol  I searched your model on Ebay and found plenty for 150-200 dollars  I'm on Canadian site so hopefully that works, just open your Ebay and search \"2007 toyota camry catalytic converter\"  ​  Also a **huge** side note, CAT's have NOTHING to do with safety and you could drive with a CAT that is working under efficiency for 20 years with 0 issues. It just means you pollute a little more (I understand you need it to pass safety though, my province got rid of emissions check so we don't need a working one to get a safety anymore)  I flip cars and a CAT is usually good for about 200,000 KM's (makes sense you would need a new one)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3421.0,"score_ratio":2.625}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia47kg0","c_root_id_B":"ia40un7","created_at_utc_A":1653600506,"created_at_utc_B":1653597609,"score_A":21,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"WTF, I got one off Ebay for $150 USD and brought it to a welding shop who attached it for $100. The whole thing costed me $250 total lol  I searched your model on Ebay and found plenty for 150-200 dollars  I'm on Canadian site so hopefully that works, just open your Ebay and search \"2007 toyota camry catalytic converter\"  ​  Also a **huge** side note, CAT's have NOTHING to do with safety and you could drive with a CAT that is working under efficiency for 20 years with 0 issues. It just means you pollute a little more (I understand you need it to pass safety though, my province got rid of emissions check so we don't need a working one to get a safety anymore)  I flip cars and a CAT is usually good for about 200,000 KM's (makes sense you would need a new one)","human_ref_B":"Catalytic converters should outlast the car unless you severely damage it by some kind of road debris or it gets stolen. I would get a second opinion for sure. Did the first mechanic explain why the cat needed to be w replaced? If it's some sensor tripping like a mass airflow or smth get the sensor replaced first or look for vacuum leaks on the exhaust manifold or in other parts of the exhaust.  Good luck!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2897.0,"score_ratio":4.2}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia3zlxe","c_root_id_B":"ia47lf2","created_at_utc_A":1653597085,"created_at_utc_B":1653600518,"score_A":8,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"if it actually runs well, and has full power, then it's unlikely that you actually have a failed catalytic converter, if it's still there.      100% Get a second opinion.","human_ref_B":"A mechanic is by law required to tell you replace your cats if they are not performing to a certain specification. There are cheap ways around this. First try replacing the oxygen sensors. Beyond that, there are further unlawful hacks to pass inspection I'd be happy to share via PM.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3433.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia47lf2","c_root_id_B":"ia40un7","created_at_utc_A":1653600518,"created_at_utc_B":1653597609,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"A mechanic is by law required to tell you replace your cats if they are not performing to a certain specification. There are cheap ways around this. First try replacing the oxygen sensors. Beyond that, there are further unlawful hacks to pass inspection I'd be happy to share via PM.","human_ref_B":"Catalytic converters should outlast the car unless you severely damage it by some kind of road debris or it gets stolen. I would get a second opinion for sure. Did the first mechanic explain why the cat needed to be w replaced? If it's some sensor tripping like a mass airflow or smth get the sensor replaced first or look for vacuum leaks on the exhaust manifold or in other parts of the exhaust.  Good luck!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2909.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia40un7","c_root_id_B":"ia4b2hw","created_at_utc_A":1653597609,"created_at_utc_B":1653602051,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Catalytic converters should outlast the car unless you severely damage it by some kind of road debris or it gets stolen. I would get a second opinion for sure. Did the first mechanic explain why the cat needed to be w replaced? If it's some sensor tripping like a mass airflow or smth get the sensor replaced first or look for vacuum leaks on the exhaust manifold or in other parts of the exhaust.  Good luck!","human_ref_B":"Lots of opinions on here and they all stink. Bunch of finger phone mechanics. Figure out which cat this is and price out a direct replacement...buy it...and take it to 5 shops and pay the one with the cheapest labor offer. You might try to ask your friend to replace it but I've got a Benjamin that says he couldn't complete the job.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4442.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia4b2hw","c_root_id_B":"ia47m2v","created_at_utc_A":1653602051,"created_at_utc_B":1653600526,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Lots of opinions on here and they all stink. Bunch of finger phone mechanics. Figure out which cat this is and price out a direct replacement...buy it...and take it to 5 shops and pay the one with the cheapest labor offer. You might try to ask your friend to replace it but I've got a Benjamin that says he couldn't complete the job.","human_ref_B":"1. A car in similar condition would be 5-6000 right now. Do not sell.  2. That's likely a factory \/ direct fit catalytic converter. More expensive, but bolts right on, and guaranteed to work. Universal cats exist, and they are about 2-300, and need to be welded on by an exhaust shop, and are not guaranteed to turn off the light.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1525.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia4b2hw","c_root_id_B":"ia480oc","created_at_utc_A":1653602051,"created_at_utc_B":1653600710,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Lots of opinions on here and they all stink. Bunch of finger phone mechanics. Figure out which cat this is and price out a direct replacement...buy it...and take it to 5 shops and pay the one with the cheapest labor offer. You might try to ask your friend to replace it but I've got a Benjamin that says he couldn't complete the job.","human_ref_B":"Cats will sometimes fail between 100k-200k depending on the car but $3500 to replace one on a Camry is insane.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1341.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia47m2v","c_root_id_B":"ia4hxrw","created_at_utc_A":1653600526,"created_at_utc_B":1653605182,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"1. A car in similar condition would be 5-6000 right now. Do not sell.  2. That's likely a factory \/ direct fit catalytic converter. More expensive, but bolts right on, and guaranteed to work. Universal cats exist, and they are about 2-300, and need to be welded on by an exhaust shop, and are not guaranteed to turn off the light.","human_ref_B":"Rock Auto has direct fit bolt on catalytic converters for that car for $200, you could do the work yourself. Looks like 5 bolts and the O2 sensors depending on whether it's front or rear. Hell you could do both for 1\/7th the price","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4656.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"uyg9g3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Mechanic quoted me $3,500 to replace catalytic converter. No way I can afford that. Is selling my only option? I have a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with almost 175,000 miles on it. I\u2019ve had it for 5 years, it runs well and I think it\u2019s in pretty good condition overall.  My mechanic told me that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced, and that would run me around $3,500. A friend of mine told me that was ridiculous, and the part itself would only cost $200-$300.   Why would the mechanic\u2019s estimate be so high? Is that the typical cost for this?  Unfortunately it won\u2019t pass inspection with this issue, and my sticker will be expired by June.   $3,500 is basically more than my car is even worth, and I can\u2019t afford it anyways, so I won\u2019t be going that route. What are my options here? Is it even sellable with this issue?  Thank you for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ia4hxrw","c_root_id_B":"ia480oc","created_at_utc_A":1653605182,"created_at_utc_B":1653600710,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Rock Auto has direct fit bolt on catalytic converters for that car for $200, you could do the work yourself. Looks like 5 bolts and the O2 sensors depending on whether it's front or rear. Hell you could do both for 1\/7th the price","human_ref_B":"Cats will sometimes fail between 100k-200k depending on the car but $3500 to replace one on a Camry is insane.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4472.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"q86h8f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How did red become THE brake caliper color to have? I like the look of large, red brake calipers as much as the next person, but it's weird that a specific brake caliper look is a major styling feature. From a product description I recently saw:  >  The full kit includes RED (not black like some other vendors sell) four-piston calipers for the front, two-piston calipers for the rear...  Emphasis theirs.","c_root_id_A":"hgnd76o","c_root_id_B":"hgng9k3","created_at_utc_A":1634239938,"created_at_utc_B":1634241195,"score_A":7,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Not sure really, did Brembo popularise it in some way maybe?  I've always liked yellow calipers (or gold like on Subarus etc), especially on darker coloured cars.","human_ref_B":"Brembo","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1257.0,"score_ratio":3.4285714286}
{"post_id":"q86h8f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How did red become THE brake caliper color to have? I like the look of large, red brake calipers as much as the next person, but it's weird that a specific brake caliper look is a major styling feature. From a product description I recently saw:  >  The full kit includes RED (not black like some other vendors sell) four-piston calipers for the front, two-piston calipers for the rear...  Emphasis theirs.","c_root_id_A":"hgnd76o","c_root_id_B":"hgnl70t","created_at_utc_A":1634239938,"created_at_utc_B":1634243228,"score_A":7,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Not sure really, did Brembo popularise it in some way maybe?  I've always liked yellow calipers (or gold like on Subarus etc), especially on darker coloured cars.","human_ref_B":"On road cars I think Porsche did it first with red calipers as a signifier of a big brake package. The 964 Turbo and Carrera 4 had them, sometime around 1991. The 928 S4 might have had them earlier, not sure.  In the early '90s a lot of the kind of exotics and higher end sports cars that came with monoblock calipers didn't really show them off. The typical OEM wheel styles back then were still very aero, flat faced, not the spindly lightweight look that shows off the brakes. The Ferrari 348 and 512TR for example had dark grey calipers. Aftermarket racing calipers like wilwood, AP, etc. tended to be black or grey back then too. Brembo kind of stood out using gold (as seen on the Skyline GT-R V-spec or the McLaren F1).  The Lancer Evolution V (1998) was the first sort of affordable\/mass produced car I can think of that had red calipers, though they were still big ass Brembos; the first time I remember seeing boring normal sliding calipers painted red from the factory was the VW GTI 337 edition (25th anniversary model).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3290.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"q86h8f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How did red become THE brake caliper color to have? I like the look of large, red brake calipers as much as the next person, but it's weird that a specific brake caliper look is a major styling feature. From a product description I recently saw:  >  The full kit includes RED (not black like some other vendors sell) four-piston calipers for the front, two-piston calipers for the rear...  Emphasis theirs.","c_root_id_A":"hgpdvgc","c_root_id_B":"hgny8bw","created_at_utc_A":1634274671,"created_at_utc_B":1634249744,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Red means stop.","human_ref_B":"I always guessed it was to imitate the look of carbon ceramics glowing red. That is the coolest thing to see, especially on 24 hour races at night!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24927.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"o7b4jy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"A Girl Who's Car Needs an Oil Change? Hello! I have very little experience with cars other than just driving one. I know how to check my oil and a few other things under the car hood. However, my car was due for an oil change a bit ago and no one really wants to help lol. Everyone just tells me to take it to the shop. What are some tips to changing oil? I want to try and avoid the car shop, one because I do not want to encounter anyone trying to have me buy more than necessary, and two I'd just like to have more knowledge about cars :) thanks, and have a great day!","c_root_id_A":"h2xxs2v","c_root_id_B":"h2xoptd","created_at_utc_A":1624581843,"created_at_utc_B":1624576931,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I'm going to go against the consensus here and encourage you to go to the shop.   By going to the shop I mean talk to friends and family and find a local independent shop, not a quick lube or a dealership. If I had a dollar number of times I've had my fleet vehicles roll in for an oil change and my mechanic identifies other safety issues  I'd be able to buy myself a nice lunch.  An oil change isn't just a time to change the oil, it's the time to inspect everything else under the vehicle and in the engine bay, so if you're not confident with doing all of that then take it to a shop.","human_ref_B":"Check out Chrisfix on youtube he makes quality tutorials on every thing car related with common handtools. To get the rigth parts just go to any good parts store and they should be able to find out what oil and filter you need. might be a good to avoid the really cheep stuff but you probably won't need the most expensive either. watch the videos first to prepare. the specific info for your car should be located in your owners manual.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4912.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o7b4jy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"A Girl Who's Car Needs an Oil Change? Hello! I have very little experience with cars other than just driving one. I know how to check my oil and a few other things under the car hood. However, my car was due for an oil change a bit ago and no one really wants to help lol. Everyone just tells me to take it to the shop. What are some tips to changing oil? I want to try and avoid the car shop, one because I do not want to encounter anyone trying to have me buy more than necessary, and two I'd just like to have more knowledge about cars :) thanks, and have a great day!","c_root_id_A":"h2xot1e","c_root_id_B":"h2xxs2v","created_at_utc_A":1624576978,"created_at_utc_B":1624581843,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Don't go under the car if it's not properly secured.  Also, you don't need to get your whole body under there, just extend your arm enough to reach the plug.","human_ref_B":"I'm going to go against the consensus here and encourage you to go to the shop.   By going to the shop I mean talk to friends and family and find a local independent shop, not a quick lube or a dealership. If I had a dollar number of times I've had my fleet vehicles roll in for an oil change and my mechanic identifies other safety issues  I'd be able to buy myself a nice lunch.  An oil change isn't just a time to change the oil, it's the time to inspect everything else under the vehicle and in the engine bay, so if you're not confident with doing all of that then take it to a shop.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4865.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8czll","c_root_id_B":"gj8d2pm","created_at_utc_A":1610635857,"created_at_utc_B":1610635899,"score_A":13,"score_B":42,"human_ref_A":"I mean the truth is the obvious one, people find driving automatic easier. Humans choose the easiest option. When less manuals are bought that means there are less to be sold (and bought by you). I'd give it another 10-20 years before manuals are probably only super rarely made anymore tbh","human_ref_B":"Automatics have gotten better in both performance and gas mileage.  Ex, 7,8,9 speed auto transmissions means you can spend more time at a lower RPM to save gas, in theory a manual with as many speeds would do the same but it would be more of a pain in the ass to shift so often.  Automatics can also shift faster now than 20 years ago and many can shift faster than a human so less time is wasted in between shifts.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":42.0,"score_ratio":3.2307692308}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8dbdu","c_root_id_B":"gj8fnon","created_at_utc_A":1610636018,"created_at_utc_B":1610637163,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I feel like the problem is eating itself at this point. Like the other poster mentioned, people treat cars as appliances, so the sales went down. Manufacturers see lower sales numbers, so they produce fewer, and now they're harder to find. And now even people that wanted a manual end up buying an auto because they can't find one, but there's one sitting on a lot 100 miles away that didn't sell even though somebody wanted it over here. So sales are down more on manuals, so they produce fewer, and the cycle continues until they're gone. Some people want to learn, but can't find a car to learn on or someone to teach them, so they just get an auto. I don't know how accurate that is, but that's my perspective.","human_ref_B":"Automatics used to be bad and cost extra. Now they\u2019re good (for both fuel efficiency and sporty driving) and the cost\/reliability premium is almost zero. So the only reason to get a manual now is fun - but it also costs money to develop manuals and future models won\u2019t both developing them if the take rate is below X %.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1145.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8fnon","c_root_id_B":"gj8dx0a","created_at_utc_A":1610637163,"created_at_utc_B":1610636314,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Automatics used to be bad and cost extra. Now they\u2019re good (for both fuel efficiency and sporty driving) and the cost\/reliability premium is almost zero. So the only reason to get a manual now is fun - but it also costs money to develop manuals and future models won\u2019t both developing them if the take rate is below X %.","human_ref_B":"Is this just America because honestly I'm not really seeing it in UK\/Europe.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":849.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8fnon","c_root_id_B":"gj8dm4k","created_at_utc_A":1610637163,"created_at_utc_B":1610636165,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Automatics used to be bad and cost extra. Now they\u2019re good (for both fuel efficiency and sporty driving) and the cost\/reliability premium is almost zero. So the only reason to get a manual now is fun - but it also costs money to develop manuals and future models won\u2019t both developing them if the take rate is below X %.","human_ref_B":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":998.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8wyhm","c_root_id_B":"gj8dbdu","created_at_utc_A":1610644982,"created_at_utc_B":1610636018,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Convenience.  It's the same reason modern cars are plagued with useless crap like line monitoring, collision avoidance, etc.  The only real benefit of a manual transmission in a modern car is driving enjoyment, which nobody cares about anymore.  People are so lazy they can't be bothered to drive properly anymore. You think they can be bothered to operate a shifter and a clutch?","human_ref_B":"I feel like the problem is eating itself at this point. Like the other poster mentioned, people treat cars as appliances, so the sales went down. Manufacturers see lower sales numbers, so they produce fewer, and now they're harder to find. And now even people that wanted a manual end up buying an auto because they can't find one, but there's one sitting on a lot 100 miles away that didn't sell even though somebody wanted it over here. So sales are down more on manuals, so they produce fewer, and the cycle continues until they're gone. Some people want to learn, but can't find a car to learn on or someone to teach them, so they just get an auto. I don't know how accurate that is, but that's my perspective.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8964.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8wyhm","c_root_id_B":"gj8dx0a","created_at_utc_A":1610644982,"created_at_utc_B":1610636314,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Convenience.  It's the same reason modern cars are plagued with useless crap like line monitoring, collision avoidance, etc.  The only real benefit of a manual transmission in a modern car is driving enjoyment, which nobody cares about anymore.  People are so lazy they can't be bothered to drive properly anymore. You think they can be bothered to operate a shifter and a clutch?","human_ref_B":"Is this just America because honestly I'm not really seeing it in UK\/Europe.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8668.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8wyhm","c_root_id_B":"gj8dm4k","created_at_utc_A":1610644982,"created_at_utc_B":1610636165,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Convenience.  It's the same reason modern cars are plagued with useless crap like line monitoring, collision avoidance, etc.  The only real benefit of a manual transmission in a modern car is driving enjoyment, which nobody cares about anymore.  People are so lazy they can't be bothered to drive properly anymore. You think they can be bothered to operate a shifter and a clutch?","human_ref_B":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8817.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8dx0a","c_root_id_B":"gj8dm4k","created_at_utc_A":1610636314,"created_at_utc_B":1610636165,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Is this just America because honestly I'm not really seeing it in UK\/Europe.","human_ref_B":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":149.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8dm4k","c_root_id_B":"gj920r5","created_at_utc_A":1610636165,"created_at_utc_B":1610647205,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","human_ref_B":"Manual transmissions used to be far more reliable than automatic and better on gas. Auto transmissions are more reliable these days. They are even used on diesel commercial vehicles now.   As far as consumer preference goes, manuals are real fun until you get stuck in traffic with one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11040.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj90gkb","c_root_id_B":"gj920r5","created_at_utc_A":1610646522,"created_at_utc_B":1610647205,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"20 years and 95K on my Z3 Coupe tranny and clutch. I love them. The wife's LS430 is automatic and it's a joy to drive but yeah, manuals are special in my mind.","human_ref_B":"Manual transmissions used to be far more reliable than automatic and better on gas. Auto transmissions are more reliable these days. They are even used on diesel commercial vehicles now.   As far as consumer preference goes, manuals are real fun until you get stuck in traffic with one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":683.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj9hau0","c_root_id_B":"gj8dm4k","created_at_utc_A":1610654127,"created_at_utc_B":1610636165,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Cars are an appliance now; my friend got in my manual pickup and commented \"oh, is that like, what they call, uuh, 'shift'\"","human_ref_B":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17962.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj9hau0","c_root_id_B":"gj90gkb","created_at_utc_A":1610654127,"created_at_utc_B":1610646522,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Cars are an appliance now; my friend got in my manual pickup and commented \"oh, is that like, what they call, uuh, 'shift'\"","human_ref_B":"20 years and 95K on my Z3 Coupe tranny and clutch. I love them. The wife's LS430 is automatic and it's a joy to drive but yeah, manuals are special in my mind.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7605.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj9hau0","c_root_id_B":"gj96r0l","created_at_utc_A":1610654127,"created_at_utc_B":1610649335,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Cars are an appliance now; my friend got in my manual pickup and commented \"oh, is that like, what they call, uuh, 'shift'\"","human_ref_B":"Convenience and adaptability but probably to stop repairs outside of the manufacturer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4792.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8dm4k","c_root_id_B":"gj9hqu0","created_at_utc_A":1610636165,"created_at_utc_B":1610654332,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","human_ref_B":"Manual transmissions main draws are:  1: Better driving feel to the road 2: Better gas mileage  3: Racing and motorsport applications  As of the past few years #2 and 3 have gone away from traditional manual transmissions.  Gas mileage is on par or better using modern auto transmissions.  Shifting through gears is now slower with traditional manual transmissions.    When it comes to racecars, if a racer can shave a quarter second on their laptime, you bet they\u2019re going to do what they can to shave that time.  Modern \u2018dct\u2019s shift way faster than going from gear to gear than a manual transmission.  If this was not the case then you would see modern racecars still using the manual transmissions.    But no, dct\u2019s are faster and do shave lap times. https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a13442203\/dual-clutch-vs-manual-on-track\/  What\u2019s left is the better driving feel market.  And there\u2019s not much of a market for those dudes because we all buy old used \u2018cars were made better back in 19xx\u2019 POS.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18167.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj9hqu0","c_root_id_B":"gj90gkb","created_at_utc_A":1610654332,"created_at_utc_B":1610646522,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Manual transmissions main draws are:  1: Better driving feel to the road 2: Better gas mileage  3: Racing and motorsport applications  As of the past few years #2 and 3 have gone away from traditional manual transmissions.  Gas mileage is on par or better using modern auto transmissions.  Shifting through gears is now slower with traditional manual transmissions.    When it comes to racecars, if a racer can shave a quarter second on their laptime, you bet they\u2019re going to do what they can to shave that time.  Modern \u2018dct\u2019s shift way faster than going from gear to gear than a manual transmission.  If this was not the case then you would see modern racecars still using the manual transmissions.    But no, dct\u2019s are faster and do shave lap times. https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a13442203\/dual-clutch-vs-manual-on-track\/  What\u2019s left is the better driving feel market.  And there\u2019s not much of a market for those dudes because we all buy old used \u2018cars were made better back in 19xx\u2019 POS.","human_ref_B":"20 years and 95K on my Z3 Coupe tranny and clutch. I love them. The wife's LS430 is automatic and it's a joy to drive but yeah, manuals are special in my mind.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7810.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj9hqu0","c_root_id_B":"gj96r0l","created_at_utc_A":1610654332,"created_at_utc_B":1610649335,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Manual transmissions main draws are:  1: Better driving feel to the road 2: Better gas mileage  3: Racing and motorsport applications  As of the past few years #2 and 3 have gone away from traditional manual transmissions.  Gas mileage is on par or better using modern auto transmissions.  Shifting through gears is now slower with traditional manual transmissions.    When it comes to racecars, if a racer can shave a quarter second on their laptime, you bet they\u2019re going to do what they can to shave that time.  Modern \u2018dct\u2019s shift way faster than going from gear to gear than a manual transmission.  If this was not the case then you would see modern racecars still using the manual transmissions.    But no, dct\u2019s are faster and do shave lap times. https:\/\/www.roadandtrack.com\/car-culture\/a13442203\/dual-clutch-vs-manual-on-track\/  What\u2019s left is the better driving feel market.  And there\u2019s not much of a market for those dudes because we all buy old used \u2018cars were made better back in 19xx\u2019 POS.","human_ref_B":"Convenience and adaptability but probably to stop repairs outside of the manufacturer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4997.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj8dm4k","c_root_id_B":"gj9yvms","created_at_utc_A":1610636165,"created_at_utc_B":1610661290,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Convenience. And while that has always been the pro of any auto box, they have admittedly become really, really good. I don't like driving with an auto, owning one that is, but i don't mind anymore driving one for just a little bit. Also I know that my quibble with them is purely personal and a matter of taste. I just like to shift myself but i won't kid myself into believing that 90% of today's auto boxes (be it dual clutch or torque converter) are more efficient than me. So they are now not only the convenient, but also the sensible choice.","human_ref_B":"Manual transmissions used to be the standard option with autos costing extra so to save a bit of money, most people just went with the standard option. You will find that it's no longer as common for autos to cost more and they have become an easier option for people who don't really know or care about cars. Manual transmissions are generally stronger and until recently were the quickest variant of each car. Automatics have advanced a lot in the past 20 years, with the addition of paddle shifters and 12 speed transmissions, they have managed to shift the enthusiast market to aufomatic. Taking into account the customer demographics and why they originally would have chosen manual transmissions, it makes sense why we have seen a large surge to automatics. Autos are now cheaper, \"sealed for life\" and require less maintenance than previously, quicker, and offer features which add to the driving experience. I still prefer my manual though, as I enjoy driving and I prefer to choose the gear I'm going to use.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":25125.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj9yvms","c_root_id_B":"gj90gkb","created_at_utc_A":1610661290,"created_at_utc_B":1610646522,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Manual transmissions used to be the standard option with autos costing extra so to save a bit of money, most people just went with the standard option. You will find that it's no longer as common for autos to cost more and they have become an easier option for people who don't really know or care about cars. Manual transmissions are generally stronger and until recently were the quickest variant of each car. Automatics have advanced a lot in the past 20 years, with the addition of paddle shifters and 12 speed transmissions, they have managed to shift the enthusiast market to aufomatic. Taking into account the customer demographics and why they originally would have chosen manual transmissions, it makes sense why we have seen a large surge to automatics. Autos are now cheaper, \"sealed for life\" and require less maintenance than previously, quicker, and offer features which add to the driving experience. I still prefer my manual though, as I enjoy driving and I prefer to choose the gear I'm going to use.","human_ref_B":"20 years and 95K on my Z3 Coupe tranny and clutch. I love them. The wife's LS430 is automatic and it's a joy to drive but yeah, manuals are special in my mind.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14768.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kx6y4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What are the main reasons for the dying manual transmission? I got into cars in the 2000's and it seemed like there were so many manual transmission and sporty car options.   Almost 20 years later that appears to not be the case anymore.  Watching documentaries, these industry\/marketing experts always say consumers don't want them anymore but don't ever provide any good or strong reasoning why they don't want them. And since they say consumers don't want them anymore, companies are offering less of them.  I also understand that companies make a way higher margin on trucks versus any type of car, so if consumers don't want them they are very happy to shift their manufacturing processes to earn even more money.  Can any of you shine light on this topic?","c_root_id_A":"gj96r0l","c_root_id_B":"gj9yvms","created_at_utc_A":1610649335,"created_at_utc_B":1610661290,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Convenience and adaptability but probably to stop repairs outside of the manufacturer","human_ref_B":"Manual transmissions used to be the standard option with autos costing extra so to save a bit of money, most people just went with the standard option. You will find that it's no longer as common for autos to cost more and they have become an easier option for people who don't really know or care about cars. Manual transmissions are generally stronger and until recently were the quickest variant of each car. Automatics have advanced a lot in the past 20 years, with the addition of paddle shifters and 12 speed transmissions, they have managed to shift the enthusiast market to aufomatic. Taking into account the customer demographics and why they originally would have chosen manual transmissions, it makes sense why we have seen a large surge to automatics. Autos are now cheaper, \"sealed for life\" and require less maintenance than previously, quicker, and offer features which add to the driving experience. I still prefer my manual though, as I enjoy driving and I prefer to choose the gear I'm going to use.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11955.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genfhz0","c_root_id_B":"gen365p","created_at_utc_A":1607126607,"created_at_utc_B":1607119788,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"You want a real challenge? Try San Francisco streets.","human_ref_B":"empty parking lot is your best friend for learning :) and slowly let the clutch out and you'll feel it grabs when the car starts to move forward","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6819.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genfhz0","c_root_id_B":"gen7uoj","created_at_utc_A":1607126607,"created_at_utc_B":1607122327,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You want a real challenge? Try San Francisco streets.","human_ref_B":"unfortunately for us in the states, there's no indicator on when a light is going to turn green again (omg europe you did it so right thank you.)   But, if you're at the front of the line, you'll usually be in position to see the cross lights, and even the pedestrian count down timer if there is one.      The national average on time between one light going red, to the cross traffic going green is about 3 seconds. So, you see the cross light go yellow, time to start thinking about shifting. see the red go, probably wouldn't hurt to clutch in and start shifting.. just don't get too worked up because you might drop it on a left turn green arrow or something and end up in other trouble.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4280.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"gemzyqk","c_root_id_B":"genfhz0","created_at_utc_A":1607118108,"created_at_utc_B":1607126607,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"When I first started driving manual my biggest enemy was not giving the car enough gas! Don't be afraid to rev it a little more and give it a little more gas. Especially if it's an older car. I have to give mine a decent amount of gas while letting the clutch out slowly. Also from reading the other comments it sounds like you have trouble holding the clutch in. Is it possible you need a little bit of a clutch extension? If you feel like you're really straining it could be you're having to stretch too much to get the clutch pedal all the way down.  Also definitely try driving when there's less traffic or in more secluded areas first! I didn't start driving my car inside city limits for at least a month after I had been practicing and I was comfortable.  Also invest in a learning stick shift bumper sticker! You'll find less people honking at you when you stall. Just like a learners permit bumper sticker. I had one when I first started learning that I got off etsy and said \"learning stick shift forgive me if I stall\" and I recently swapped it out for one that says \"rolls back stay back bumperhumper\"","human_ref_B":"You want a real challenge? Try San Francisco streets.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8499.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"gen1725","c_root_id_B":"genfhz0","created_at_utc_A":1607118746,"created_at_utc_B":1607126607,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Give it more gas and practice holding the rpms up when stopped and starting with rpms higher than idle. Empty parking lots are great to learn in.","human_ref_B":"You want a real challenge? Try San Francisco streets.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7861.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"gen2hq6","c_root_id_B":"genfhz0","created_at_utc_A":1607119431,"created_at_utc_B":1607126607,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Don't worry about other people around you - I know that's easier said than done. It's totally normal though, I went through the same thing when I was learning. Also, try to find a parking lot or something and see if you can get moving with just the clutch and no gas, and you'll get a better feel for the bite point, then after a bit you can start trying to add gas as you're reaching the bite point. It's just practice. It's frustrating I know, but you'll get there.","human_ref_B":"You want a real challenge? Try San Francisco streets.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7176.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genfhz0","c_root_id_B":"genbs5h","created_at_utc_A":1607126607,"created_at_utc_B":1607124500,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You want a real challenge? Try San Francisco streets.","human_ref_B":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2107.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"gen365p","c_root_id_B":"gemzyqk","created_at_utc_A":1607119788,"created_at_utc_B":1607118108,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"empty parking lot is your best friend for learning :) and slowly let the clutch out and you'll feel it grabs when the car starts to move forward","human_ref_B":"When I first started driving manual my biggest enemy was not giving the car enough gas! Don't be afraid to rev it a little more and give it a little more gas. Especially if it's an older car. I have to give mine a decent amount of gas while letting the clutch out slowly. Also from reading the other comments it sounds like you have trouble holding the clutch in. Is it possible you need a little bit of a clutch extension? If you feel like you're really straining it could be you're having to stretch too much to get the clutch pedal all the way down.  Also definitely try driving when there's less traffic or in more secluded areas first! I didn't start driving my car inside city limits for at least a month after I had been practicing and I was comfortable.  Also invest in a learning stick shift bumper sticker! You'll find less people honking at you when you stall. Just like a learners permit bumper sticker. I had one when I first started learning that I got off etsy and said \"learning stick shift forgive me if I stall\" and I recently swapped it out for one that says \"rolls back stay back bumperhumper\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1680.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"gen365p","c_root_id_B":"gen1725","created_at_utc_A":1607119788,"created_at_utc_B":1607118746,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"empty parking lot is your best friend for learning :) and slowly let the clutch out and you'll feel it grabs when the car starts to move forward","human_ref_B":"Give it more gas and practice holding the rpms up when stopped and starting with rpms higher than idle. Empty parking lots are great to learn in.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1042.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"gen2hq6","c_root_id_B":"gen365p","created_at_utc_A":1607119431,"created_at_utc_B":1607119788,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Don't worry about other people around you - I know that's easier said than done. It's totally normal though, I went through the same thing when I was learning. Also, try to find a parking lot or something and see if you can get moving with just the clutch and no gas, and you'll get a better feel for the bite point, then after a bit you can start trying to add gas as you're reaching the bite point. It's just practice. It's frustrating I know, but you'll get there.","human_ref_B":"empty parking lot is your best friend for learning :) and slowly let the clutch out and you'll feel it grabs when the car starts to move forward","labels":0,"seconds_difference":357.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genl4d5","c_root_id_B":"genbs5h","created_at_utc_A":1607129926,"created_at_utc_B":1607124500,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Go to an empty parking lot and just practice starting from a dead stop. Like a hundred times. It\u2019s really just practice and there\u2019s not much of an easier way around it other than just doing it a shit ton of times","human_ref_B":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5426.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"genl4d5","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607129926,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"Go to an empty parking lot and just practice starting from a dead stop. Like a hundred times. It\u2019s really just practice and there\u2019s not much of an easier way around it other than just doing it a shit ton of times","labels":0,"seconds_difference":897.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geno88b","c_root_id_B":"genbs5h","created_at_utc_A":1607131757,"created_at_utc_B":1607124500,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Go to an empty parking lot and just practice finding the 'sweet spot' where the clutch engages and the car starts to move forward without touching the gas.  Once you have this muscle memory, getting the vehicle moving from a dead stop is nothing.... even on an uphill.  The car will still roll back a couple inches but you've gotten so used to starting the car moving, you'll not even notice it.","human_ref_B":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7257.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"geno88b","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607131757,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"Go to an empty parking lot and just practice finding the 'sweet spot' where the clutch engages and the car starts to move forward without touching the gas.  Once you have this muscle memory, getting the vehicle moving from a dead stop is nothing.... even on an uphill.  The car will still roll back a couple inches but you've gotten so used to starting the car moving, you'll not even notice it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2728.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"genvq9d","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607136297,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"if you're in need of practice, find a big, empty (preferable) parking lot and just come to a stop, and start off.   repeat.   When I got my first stick (I was a kid), my father suggested I find a hill and practice stopping on the hill and starting off without drifting back.  took a lot of practice for me, but I got the hang of it in no time.  Use your hand brake if necessary. as far as not taking off as quickly as that guy next to you, remember you're not trying to race him (are you?) and just go with your skill set.   Keep in mind, the definition of a split second is the time it takes from when the light turns green to the guy behind you hitting his horn.   he'll get over it.  Have fun and enjoy the ride, you'll be fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11797.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"genvq9d","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607136297,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"if you're in need of practice, find a big, empty (preferable) parking lot and just come to a stop, and start off.   repeat.   When I got my first stick (I was a kid), my father suggested I find a hill and practice stopping on the hill and starting off without drifting back.  took a lot of practice for me, but I got the hang of it in no time.  Use your hand brake if necessary. as far as not taking off as quickly as that guy next to you, remember you're not trying to race him (are you?) and just go with your skill set.   Keep in mind, the definition of a split second is the time it takes from when the light turns green to the guy behind you hitting his horn.   he'll get over it.  Have fun and enjoy the ride, you'll be fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7268.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genulz6","c_root_id_B":"genvq9d","created_at_utc_A":1607135602,"created_at_utc_B":1607136297,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hand brake","human_ref_B":"if you're in need of practice, find a big, empty (preferable) parking lot and just come to a stop, and start off.   repeat.   When I got my first stick (I was a kid), my father suggested I find a hill and practice stopping on the hill and starting off without drifting back.  took a lot of practice for me, but I got the hang of it in no time.  Use your hand brake if necessary. as far as not taking off as quickly as that guy next to you, remember you're not trying to race him (are you?) and just go with your skill set.   Keep in mind, the definition of a split second is the time it takes from when the light turns green to the guy behind you hitting his horn.   he'll get over it.  Have fun and enjoy the ride, you'll be fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":695.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"genvxq5","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607136426,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"When I got my first manual transmission car I had a job delivering Chinese food. Lots of around town driving in evening traffic. Lots of practice! That's all it takes. Don't worry about other people, don't worry about your car, it'll all be fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11926.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genvxq5","c_root_id_B":"genjl99","created_at_utc_A":1607136426,"created_at_utc_B":1607129029,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"When I got my first manual transmission car I had a job delivering Chinese food. Lots of around town driving in evening traffic. Lots of practice! That's all it takes. Don't worry about other people, don't worry about your car, it'll all be fine.","human_ref_B":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7397.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genulz6","c_root_id_B":"genvxq5","created_at_utc_A":1607135602,"created_at_utc_B":1607136426,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hand brake","human_ref_B":"When I got my first manual transmission car I had a job delivering Chinese food. Lots of around town driving in evening traffic. Lots of practice! That's all it takes. Don't worry about other people, don't worry about your car, it'll all be fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":824.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"genynvz","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607138153,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"if you think that's bad, I'm assuming you haven't done much of any hill stopping, that is usually the biggest one to get over for most folks is the quickness needed for clutch\/brake\/gas.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13653.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genynvz","c_root_id_B":"genjl99","created_at_utc_A":1607138153,"created_at_utc_B":1607129029,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"if you think that's bad, I'm assuming you haven't done much of any hill stopping, that is usually the biggest one to get over for most folks is the quickness needed for clutch\/brake\/gas.","human_ref_B":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9124.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genulz6","c_root_id_B":"genynvz","created_at_utc_A":1607135602,"created_at_utc_B":1607138153,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hand brake","human_ref_B":"if you think that's bad, I'm assuming you haven't done much of any hill stopping, that is usually the biggest one to get over for most folks is the quickness needed for clutch\/brake\/gas.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2551.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genzhdh","c_root_id_B":"genbs5h","created_at_utc_A":1607138683,"created_at_utc_B":1607124500,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"There are already a ton of great comments here. So, I\u2019ll just keep it simple. Take your time. While you\u2019re still getting the hang of it, don\u2019t worry about putting it in neutral at stop lights. Just hold in the clutch til you get down and are comfortable with it. It\u2019s something that takes practice and you\u2019ll get it in no time. Having a stick as a daily driver is the best way to learn quickly. Sounds like you\u2019re on the right track already. Good luck!","human_ref_B":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14183.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"genzhdh","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607138683,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"There are already a ton of great comments here. So, I\u2019ll just keep it simple. Take your time. While you\u2019re still getting the hang of it, don\u2019t worry about putting it in neutral at stop lights. Just hold in the clutch til you get down and are comfortable with it. It\u2019s something that takes practice and you\u2019ll get it in no time. Having a stick as a daily driver is the best way to learn quickly. Sounds like you\u2019re on the right track already. Good luck!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9654.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genulz6","c_root_id_B":"genzhdh","created_at_utc_A":1607135602,"created_at_utc_B":1607138683,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hand brake","human_ref_B":"There are already a ton of great comments here. So, I\u2019ll just keep it simple. Take your time. While you\u2019re still getting the hang of it, don\u2019t worry about putting it in neutral at stop lights. Just hold in the clutch til you get down and are comfortable with it. It\u2019s something that takes practice and you\u2019ll get it in no time. Having a stick as a daily driver is the best way to learn quickly. Sounds like you\u2019re on the right track already. Good luck!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3081.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geo5hgh","c_root_id_B":"genbs5h","created_at_utc_A":1607142604,"created_at_utc_B":1607124500,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch the lights to get into gear and give yourself the extra 1-2 seconds to get going. Most people won't notice it anyway. You're your own worst enemy when you psych yourself out.","human_ref_B":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18104.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"geo5hgh","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607142604,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"Watch the lights to get into gear and give yourself the extra 1-2 seconds to get going. Most people won't notice it anyway. You're your own worst enemy when you psych yourself out.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13575.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genulz6","c_root_id_B":"geo5hgh","created_at_utc_A":1607135602,"created_at_utc_B":1607142604,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hand brake","human_ref_B":"Watch the lights to get into gear and give yourself the extra 1-2 seconds to get going. Most people won't notice it anyway. You're your own worst enemy when you psych yourself out.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7002.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"geo5zfg","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607142937,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"whenever i teach people to drive manual I don't teach them to alternate the gas and the clutch. go to a parking lot and come to a complete stop. practice just pulling the clutch out slowly until you get a feel for the angagement (friction point). keep practicing that until you can quickly get that spot, then practice getting on the gas. on hills use the handbrake. hope this helps.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18437.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geo5zfg","c_root_id_B":"genjl99","created_at_utc_A":1607142937,"created_at_utc_B":1607129029,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"whenever i teach people to drive manual I don't teach them to alternate the gas and the clutch. go to a parking lot and come to a complete stop. practice just pulling the clutch out slowly until you get a feel for the angagement (friction point). keep practicing that until you can quickly get that spot, then practice getting on the gas. on hills use the handbrake. hope this helps.","human_ref_B":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13908.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geo5zfg","c_root_id_B":"genulz6","created_at_utc_A":1607142937,"created_at_utc_B":1607135602,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"whenever i teach people to drive manual I don't teach them to alternate the gas and the clutch. go to a parking lot and come to a complete stop. practice just pulling the clutch out slowly until you get a feel for the angagement (friction point). keep practicing that until you can quickly get that spot, then practice getting on the gas. on hills use the handbrake. hope this helps.","human_ref_B":"Hand brake","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7335.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"geo6rkt","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607143463,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"Look up heel and toe shifting on you tube and learn how to own it! Also what everyone else said. The more you do it the better you get","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18963.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"geo6rkt","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607143463,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"Look up heel and toe shifting on you tube and learn how to own it! Also what everyone else said. The more you do it the better you get","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14434.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geo6rkt","c_root_id_B":"genulz6","created_at_utc_A":1607143463,"created_at_utc_B":1607135602,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Look up heel and toe shifting on you tube and learn how to own it! Also what everyone else said. The more you do it the better you get","human_ref_B":"Hand brake","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7861.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"geoi7ox","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607152730,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"Fill up your tank, get some good music and just go drive around town to random but not crowded places  for a few evenings. When starting to drive, raise your RPM's to about 1500 or 1800, you should feel a pull, that's the time to release clutch. Also try staying in the first lane, because drivers tend to go faster in other ones.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28230.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geoi7ox","c_root_id_B":"genjl99","created_at_utc_A":1607152730,"created_at_utc_B":1607129029,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fill up your tank, get some good music and just go drive around town to random but not crowded places  for a few evenings. When starting to drive, raise your RPM's to about 1500 or 1800, you should feel a pull, that's the time to release clutch. Also try staying in the first lane, because drivers tend to go faster in other ones.","human_ref_B":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23701.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geoi7ox","c_root_id_B":"genulz6","created_at_utc_A":1607152730,"created_at_utc_B":1607135602,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fill up your tank, get some good music and just go drive around town to random but not crowded places  for a few evenings. When starting to drive, raise your RPM's to about 1500 or 1800, you should feel a pull, that's the time to release clutch. Also try staying in the first lane, because drivers tend to go faster in other ones.","human_ref_B":"Hand brake","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17128.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"geojwkl","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607154367,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"like others suggested, a big parking lot is really nice for practice. if you can find a big office complex on a saturday or sunday night thats a great time to go. also when i was learning, paying attention and learning the traffic light sequences helped with my anxiety when starting at lights. dont be scared to add a little bit more gas too. stalling when you\u2019re learning is no big deal, it\u2019s just practice practice practice. hell, my dad (who\u2019s always cycled through cars almost all his life, most of them manuals) stalled my car a few weeks ago. it\u2019s important to keep a positive mindset, it just takes time! you got this","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29867.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geojwkl","c_root_id_B":"genjl99","created_at_utc_A":1607154367,"created_at_utc_B":1607129029,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"like others suggested, a big parking lot is really nice for practice. if you can find a big office complex on a saturday or sunday night thats a great time to go. also when i was learning, paying attention and learning the traffic light sequences helped with my anxiety when starting at lights. dont be scared to add a little bit more gas too. stalling when you\u2019re learning is no big deal, it\u2019s just practice practice practice. hell, my dad (who\u2019s always cycled through cars almost all his life, most of them manuals) stalled my car a few weeks ago. it\u2019s important to keep a positive mindset, it just takes time! you got this","human_ref_B":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":25338.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"geojwkl","c_root_id_B":"genulz6","created_at_utc_A":1607154367,"created_at_utc_B":1607135602,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"like others suggested, a big parking lot is really nice for practice. if you can find a big office complex on a saturday or sunday night thats a great time to go. also when i was learning, paying attention and learning the traffic light sequences helped with my anxiety when starting at lights. dont be scared to add a little bit more gas too. stalling when you\u2019re learning is no big deal, it\u2019s just practice practice practice. hell, my dad (who\u2019s always cycled through cars almost all his life, most of them manuals) stalled my car a few weeks ago. it\u2019s important to keep a positive mindset, it just takes time! you got this","human_ref_B":"Hand brake","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18765.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genbs5h","c_root_id_B":"geoozmx","created_at_utc_A":1607124500,"created_at_utc_B":1607159767,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your GTI has auto hold, turn that off.  Watch the cross street lights if you can.  Go slow releasing the clutch. When I learned, my friend would say, \"fast in, slow out\" which helped my brain a lot. You'll get faster once you get smoother.","human_ref_B":"Practice. Practice!  Also, practice.  Your idea of going out late at night is what I did for weeks when I was learning stick. I used to steal my mom's keys and go out after my parents had gone to bed and tool around, looking for hilly parking lots to practice hill starts. It just takes time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35267.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genjl99","c_root_id_B":"geoozmx","created_at_utc_A":1607129029,"created_at_utc_B":1607159767,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ignore the people behind you. Fuck what they think. And you can keep the clutch depressed while in 1st gear","human_ref_B":"Practice. Practice!  Also, practice.  Your idea of going out late at night is what I did for weeks when I was learning stick. I used to steal my mom's keys and go out after my parents had gone to bed and tool around, looking for hilly parking lots to practice hill starts. It just takes time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30738.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k6rnes","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"New to driving manual. Stop lights are my nightmare. Any tips? I\u2019ve been driving for around 4 years now here in the US where most cars are automatic. For the last 2 weeks I\u2019ve been learning manual as my new car is a manual and the most discouraging thing I face are stop lights.   When I come to a stop sign I feel no pressure as if there\u2019s a clock against me and I start the car smoothing and perfectly fine.  However when ever I come to a stop light, for some reason I\u2019m always at the front of the line and then there\u2019s like 6 cars behind me. Ofc I don\u2019t wanna have the clutch held in the whole time so the cars in neutral. But whenever the light turns green I quickly put the car in gear and try to go but then I stall out. After I stall I immediately get the car going the next time and I\u2019m off to the races.   Tho it\u2019s super discouraging feeling like I\u2019m racing against the clock every time I wait for a car to turn green. And since everyone in an automatic the people next to me at the light start so stinking fast cuz all the gotta do is hit the gas.   Anyone have any tips to where I can still practice driving but not feel like an idiot that can\u2019t go out on the main roads?   Maybe just going out at like 11pm and driving around while there are less cars on the road?   tl;dr: Whenever I\u2019m at a stoplight I\u2019m always the first in line. I feel like I\u2019m against the clock when the light turns green and I end up stalling the car. After that I get it the next try or someone honks at me and that\u2019s my motivation to get out of there.","c_root_id_A":"genulz6","c_root_id_B":"geoozmx","created_at_utc_A":1607135602,"created_at_utc_B":1607159767,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hand brake","human_ref_B":"Practice. Practice!  Also, practice.  Your idea of going out late at night is what I did for weeks when I was learning stick. I used to steal my mom's keys and go out after my parents had gone to bed and tool around, looking for hilly parking lots to practice hill starts. It just takes time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24165.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ibo298","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it hard to sell manual transmission cars these days? (US) I'm selling my manual 2010 Toyota Corolla. Honestly I'm pretty happy with what CarMax offered me ($5000), but I'm thinking of trying FB Marketplace or Craigslist to see if I can squeeze a little more out of it. Do you think I'll have much luck, or will it be sitting for awhile?","c_root_id_A":"g1xnqce","c_root_id_B":"g1xlb9m","created_at_utc_A":1597713401,"created_at_utc_B":1597712051,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"only in the usa because not everybody can drive a manual.","human_ref_B":"Shit I\u2019d 100% buy a manual camry if the right one was offered to me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1350.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d639sxk","c_root_id_B":"d636hdk","created_at_utc_A":1470270923,"created_at_utc_B":1470266141,"score_A":19,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Gotta go with the 787B. Nothing else sounds like it.","human_ref_B":"Aston Martins have always tickled my fancy  But I really like my own","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4782.0,"score_ratio":1.2666666667}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d639gn2","c_root_id_B":"d639sxk","created_at_utc_A":1470270410,"created_at_utc_B":1470270923,"score_A":6,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Mustang gt350","human_ref_B":"Gotta go with the 787B. Nothing else sounds like it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":513.0,"score_ratio":3.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d6392s5","c_root_id_B":"d639sxk","created_at_utc_A":1470269844,"created_at_utc_B":1470270923,"score_A":2,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"A Toyota Supra or an iPE modded Porsche 911 GT3 RS","human_ref_B":"Gotta go with the 787B. Nothing else sounds like it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1079.0,"score_ratio":9.5}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d639gn2","c_root_id_B":"d63d1oa","created_at_utc_A":1470270410,"created_at_utc_B":1470275823,"score_A":6,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Mustang gt350","human_ref_B":"There's no such thing as *the best*. But there are always superlative sounding engines and it's never a bad thing to share...  Personally I've always loved the RS4. Especially supercharged.  I have a soft spot for the LS3 as well.  Also the Lexus LFA.  But if there were such a thing as *the best*, there's absolutely no questioning the authority of a quad-turbo W16 flowing **47,000 L of air per minute**.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5413.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d63byfl","c_root_id_B":"d63d1oa","created_at_utc_A":1470274214,"created_at_utc_B":1470275823,"score_A":5,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"This Toyota Hybrid Le Mans car","human_ref_B":"There's no such thing as *the best*. But there are always superlative sounding engines and it's never a bad thing to share...  Personally I've always loved the RS4. Especially supercharged.  I have a soft spot for the LS3 as well.  Also the Lexus LFA.  But if there were such a thing as *the best*, there's absolutely no questioning the authority of a quad-turbo W16 flowing **47,000 L of air per minute**.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1609.0,"score_ratio":2.6}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d63d1oa","c_root_id_B":"d63c2mx","created_at_utc_A":1470275823,"created_at_utc_B":1470274386,"score_A":13,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"There's no such thing as *the best*. But there are always superlative sounding engines and it's never a bad thing to share...  Personally I've always loved the RS4. Especially supercharged.  I have a soft spot for the LS3 as well.  Also the Lexus LFA.  But if there were such a thing as *the best*, there's absolutely no questioning the authority of a quad-turbo W16 flowing **47,000 L of air per minute**.","human_ref_B":"Tesla model s (\/s)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1437.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d6392s5","c_root_id_B":"d63d1oa","created_at_utc_A":1470269844,"created_at_utc_B":1470275823,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"A Toyota Supra or an iPE modded Porsche 911 GT3 RS","human_ref_B":"There's no such thing as *the best*. But there are always superlative sounding engines and it's never a bad thing to share...  Personally I've always loved the RS4. Especially supercharged.  I have a soft spot for the LS3 as well.  Also the Lexus LFA.  But if there were such a thing as *the best*, there's absolutely no questioning the authority of a quad-turbo W16 flowing **47,000 L of air per minute**.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5979.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"4w1hnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is your favorite sounding car? A link to a youtube video of your favorite would be much appreciated too!","c_root_id_A":"d639gn2","c_root_id_B":"d63dihy","created_at_utc_A":1470270410,"created_at_utc_B":1470276534,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Mustang gt350","human_ref_B":"No Porsche 917 love?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6124.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
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{"post_id":"tm1w9p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Gas Pump failed to stop fueling in time and now im having problems. What do i do?    As the title says the gas pump at my gas station failed to click and stop fueling in time and now whenever i accelerate my check engine light comes on and my car rides rough during acceleration. The car does not Idle rough and the check engine light goes away as long as i dont accelerate. I drove for about 2 miles before i could safely pull off to the side of the road and idle the car for a little bit to hopefully burn off the excess gas. The issue got slightly better after that but has not resolved.  I have a 2008 Nissan rogue SL. it has a little over 125000 miles on it and i havent had any issues with it since i got it a year ago.  Im really worried because when i googled possible issues ive gotten possible repair costs from 200 - 2000 bucks. I can deal with the former, i do NOT have the latter. is this something that i might get lucky and it can resolve itself? because i cant afford 2000 bucks and i dont have another way to get to work.","c_root_id_A":"i1xaso2","c_root_id_B":"i1xepzp","created_at_utc_A":1648126496,"created_at_utc_B":1648128394,"score_A":25,"score_B":58,"human_ref_A":"If the pump didn\u2019t shut off, something is wrong with your fuel evap system. Get your engine light error code read by a parts shop\/mechanic.  What might\u2019ve happened was fuel entered into the evap lines","human_ref_B":"People who are telling you that there is no such thing as excess gas are wrong and don't know what they're talking about.  It is entirely likely that liquid fuel has entered the fuel evaporative emission control (\"EVAP\") system.  This system is designed to capture fuel *vapors* from evaporated fuel and send them to the engine to be burned instead of being vented into the atmosphere every time you open your gas cap.  Normally this is a very small amount of fuel that doesn't disrupt the performance of the engine, but liquid fuel making its way through this system is a problem.  This is due to the fact that fuel entering the engine in this fashion is not regulated by the engine computer and is not atomised into a fine spray by the fuel injectors.    So, your engine runs poorly because the computer can no longer maintain the proper air-to-fuel ratio necessary to ensure proper and complete combustion.  There is major concern here, because this can actually cause a condition known as \"hydro locking\" under the right circumstances.  This is fatal to an engine in short order.  This happens when a liquid such as water or fuel enters the engine in sufficient amounts to fill the combustion chamber.  Since liquids are generally not compressible, this stops the piston dead in its tracks.  Something has to give under the immense pressure, and that's usually your piston rods, which get sent flying out of the block.  This would be unrepairable and require a new engine.  I strongly recommend not driving the car and towing it to a mechanic to have the evap system drained and repaired.  Send the bill to the gas station.  Best of luck, OP.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1898.0,"score_ratio":2.32}
{"post_id":"o473z9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I upgrade of my s**tbox or buy a new car? I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra. I was talking to my friends about saving money to buy a new car. Around 5-10k maybe a cheap charger or something. My one friend said \u201cWhy don\u2019t you just get a body mod and a turbo kit and call it a day\u201d  Which brings me to my situation. I like cars but i definitely don\u2019t know everything about what makes a car and junk. Anyways back to my point. Smarter to give the Sentra a treatment or buy a new car?  Sentra has about 200k miles, runs great though.","c_root_id_A":"h2fmj3p","c_root_id_B":"h2fpbrq","created_at_utc_A":1624200873,"created_at_utc_B":1624202348,"score_A":2,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"That's a really personal question in fairness it's up to you which you'd prefer. If it's your daily it's probably not a great idea.","human_ref_B":"Tbh drive it until it cant be driven and just save up as much as possible. Your MPG makes me say keep it! It\u2019s worth it if you just need a car to go from A to B","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1475.0,"score_ratio":11.0}
{"post_id":"o473z9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I upgrade of my s**tbox or buy a new car? I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra. I was talking to my friends about saving money to buy a new car. Around 5-10k maybe a cheap charger or something. My one friend said \u201cWhy don\u2019t you just get a body mod and a turbo kit and call it a day\u201d  Which brings me to my situation. I like cars but i definitely don\u2019t know everything about what makes a car and junk. Anyways back to my point. Smarter to give the Sentra a treatment or buy a new car?  Sentra has about 200k miles, runs great though.","c_root_id_A":"h2gdxwu","c_root_id_B":"h2fmj3p","created_at_utc_A":1624214596,"created_at_utc_B":1624200873,"score_A":20,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":">I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra.  Definitely don't upgrade it.  But don't buy a new (or new to you) car right now. Everything is overpriced right now. For example, my buddy's 90,000 mile 6 year old Fiat appreciated in value by $3k over the past 6 months. That should never happen.  Drive it till it dies, then assess what you can financially afford for a nicer car.  >maybe a cheap charger or something.  Also, a cheap Charger worth buying is over $10K right now. I know because I literally was looking until last week for a friend whose car got totalled.","human_ref_B":"That's a really personal question in fairness it's up to you which you'd prefer. If it's your daily it's probably not a great idea.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13723.0,"score_ratio":10.0}
{"post_id":"o473z9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I upgrade of my s**tbox or buy a new car? I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra. I was talking to my friends about saving money to buy a new car. Around 5-10k maybe a cheap charger or something. My one friend said \u201cWhy don\u2019t you just get a body mod and a turbo kit and call it a day\u201d  Which brings me to my situation. I like cars but i definitely don\u2019t know everything about what makes a car and junk. Anyways back to my point. Smarter to give the Sentra a treatment or buy a new car?  Sentra has about 200k miles, runs great though.","c_root_id_A":"h2gmdfb","c_root_id_B":"h2gj7tn","created_at_utc_A":1624218979,"created_at_utc_B":1624217325,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Just maintain it and wear it out properly, THEN buy a nice new car with the money you saved by driving the sentra to its full lifetime. Boring, but the right thing to do.","human_ref_B":"Save your money in a separate savings account so when the Sentra kicks the bucket you\u2019ll have money to replace it. It is not worth slapping a turbo onto a 06 Sentra with 200k on it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1654.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"o473z9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I upgrade of my s**tbox or buy a new car? I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra. I was talking to my friends about saving money to buy a new car. Around 5-10k maybe a cheap charger or something. My one friend said \u201cWhy don\u2019t you just get a body mod and a turbo kit and call it a day\u201d  Which brings me to my situation. I like cars but i definitely don\u2019t know everything about what makes a car and junk. Anyways back to my point. Smarter to give the Sentra a treatment or buy a new car?  Sentra has about 200k miles, runs great though.","c_root_id_A":"h2gmdfb","c_root_id_B":"h2fmj3p","created_at_utc_A":1624218979,"created_at_utc_B":1624200873,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Just maintain it and wear it out properly, THEN buy a nice new car with the money you saved by driving the sentra to its full lifetime. Boring, but the right thing to do.","human_ref_B":"That's a really personal question in fairness it's up to you which you'd prefer. If it's your daily it's probably not a great idea.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18106.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"o473z9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I upgrade of my s**tbox or buy a new car? I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra. I was talking to my friends about saving money to buy a new car. Around 5-10k maybe a cheap charger or something. My one friend said \u201cWhy don\u2019t you just get a body mod and a turbo kit and call it a day\u201d  Which brings me to my situation. I like cars but i definitely don\u2019t know everything about what makes a car and junk. Anyways back to my point. Smarter to give the Sentra a treatment or buy a new car?  Sentra has about 200k miles, runs great though.","c_root_id_A":"h2fmj3p","c_root_id_B":"h2gj7tn","created_at_utc_A":1624200873,"created_at_utc_B":1624217325,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"That's a really personal question in fairness it's up to you which you'd prefer. If it's your daily it's probably not a great idea.","human_ref_B":"Save your money in a separate savings account so when the Sentra kicks the bucket you\u2019ll have money to replace it. It is not worth slapping a turbo onto a 06 Sentra with 200k on it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16452.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"o473z9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I upgrade of my s**tbox or buy a new car? I drive a 06 Nissan Sentra. I was talking to my friends about saving money to buy a new car. Around 5-10k maybe a cheap charger or something. My one friend said \u201cWhy don\u2019t you just get a body mod and a turbo kit and call it a day\u201d  Which brings me to my situation. I like cars but i definitely don\u2019t know everything about what makes a car and junk. Anyways back to my point. Smarter to give the Sentra a treatment or buy a new car?  Sentra has about 200k miles, runs great though.","c_root_id_A":"h2fmj3p","c_root_id_B":"h2gzezr","created_at_utc_A":1624200873,"created_at_utc_B":1624225312,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"That's a really personal question in fairness it's up to you which you'd prefer. If it's your daily it's probably not a great idea.","human_ref_B":"My first rule to modding my cars... NEVER the Daily Driver, modded cars come with a ton of headaches and more problems on top of a motor\/body with 200k on it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24439.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"l04yw1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I trigger my airbag by playing drum solo on my wheel?","c_root_id_A":"gjrkrgb","c_root_id_B":"gjrj3r1","created_at_utc_A":1611008626,"created_at_utc_B":1611007782,"score_A":50,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Unless you smack the steering hard enough to have the front bumper cave in, no.","human_ref_B":"No","labels":1,"seconds_difference":844.0,"score_ratio":1.724137931}
{"post_id":"l04yw1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I trigger my airbag by playing drum solo on my wheel?","c_root_id_A":"gjrkrgb","c_root_id_B":"gjrjh34","created_at_utc_A":1611008626,"created_at_utc_B":1611007971,"score_A":50,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"Unless you smack the steering hard enough to have the front bumper cave in, no.","human_ref_B":"Airbags don't trigger based off force on the wheel. that would defeat the purpose of an airbag as you'd just smack the steering wheel anyways and then get thrown back into your seat","labels":1,"seconds_difference":655.0,"score_ratio":1.8518518519}
{"post_id":"l04yw1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I trigger my airbag by playing drum solo on my wheel?","c_root_id_A":"gjs3tag","c_root_id_B":"gjs64fw","created_at_utc_A":1611018836,"created_at_utc_B":1611020057,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Just don't ~~fiddle with~~ drum on the little yellow wires and you will be okay","human_ref_B":"Did your buddies disassemble the fenders and get a hold of manufactuer documentation on all the sensor locations and then smash them in simultaneously within 50ms of each other with metal bats while you have a PC attached to your ECU or CANBus to feed it fake data to simulate driving?  If so then yes, you drumming can trigger the airbags if those conditions were all met.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1221.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i2gbbr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Where can I get a 06-10 BMw M5 6-speed transmission? Just the transmission, not the whole car.","c_root_id_A":"g04rcku","c_root_id_B":"g05dmr2","created_at_utc_A":1596395478,"created_at_utc_B":1596407059,"score_A":7,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"BMW might still sell them, otherwise I would expect youd need to find someone parting them out.","human_ref_B":"Car-part.com (type the name as written, with the hyphen )  It\u2019s a salvage yard network.   ~$1700ish on avg from the looks of it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11581.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"dww0ab","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Why is it not industry standard to make steering wheels with airbags in aftermarket products? I do not think I've ever seen a 90s performance modded car that has a steering wheel with an airbag. Why is this not a thing? Yeah there should be the harness and the roll cage but would it not be a great addition for the safety of the driver?","c_root_id_A":"f7lwr4e","c_root_id_B":"f7lwyhz","created_at_utc_A":1573849510,"created_at_utc_B":1573849624,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"If you\u2019re in a harness, you really don\u2019t need an airbag. You\u2019re not going anywhere and the force is distributed across more of your body than a regular 3 point belt. Plus it would be a lot more difficult to make a safe airbag that can be disconnected with the steering wheel. You have to take the steering wheel off to climb over the cage to get in the seat a lot of the time. Not to mention the extra weight of the sensors\/computers","human_ref_B":"Airbags are made specifically for each car. They also are extremely powerful (its this explosion that inflates the bag). That means any improper installation or error may very well be more dangerous than the crash itself.  Also, racing wheels should really only be used in racecars with a cage and 5pt harness, where the airbag is irrelevant anyways. Those who choose to replace stock wheels in street cars with racing wheels dont care about safety much anyways.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":114.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"dww0ab","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Why is it not industry standard to make steering wheels with airbags in aftermarket products? I do not think I've ever seen a 90s performance modded car that has a steering wheel with an airbag. Why is this not a thing? Yeah there should be the harness and the roll cage but would it not be a great addition for the safety of the driver?","c_root_id_A":"f7lwr4e","c_root_id_B":"f7m35fb","created_at_utc_A":1573849510,"created_at_utc_B":1573853579,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you\u2019re in a harness, you really don\u2019t need an airbag. You\u2019re not going anywhere and the force is distributed across more of your body than a regular 3 point belt. Plus it would be a lot more difficult to make a safe airbag that can be disconnected with the steering wheel. You have to take the steering wheel off to climb over the cage to get in the seat a lot of the time. Not to mention the extra weight of the sensors\/computers","human_ref_B":"New airbags are expensive as hell. People aren't even willing to spend a couple hundred bucks for a genuine Japanese or Italian made racing wheel, they buy eBay crap that bends when you lean on it.  If you want to keep the airbag, don't change the wheel. For a small handful of cars there are sporty steering wheel swaps possible that keep the bag... like an NB Miata Nardi wheel in an old Protege, or the early 2000s Corolla S has a surprisingly nice perf leather airbag wheel with orange stitching that fits in cars like Supras and MR2s.  Don't forget cars made before 1995 often didn't have airbags. My S13 never did. No way to install a working airbag into it. Maybe if I got a complete kouki 180SX airbag wiring harness and sensors from Japan and reverse engineered it for the LHD steering wheel... yeah no.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4069.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dww0ab","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Why is it not industry standard to make steering wheels with airbags in aftermarket products? I do not think I've ever seen a 90s performance modded car that has a steering wheel with an airbag. Why is this not a thing? Yeah there should be the harness and the roll cage but would it not be a great addition for the safety of the driver?","c_root_id_A":"f7lwr4e","c_root_id_B":"f7miyo8","created_at_utc_A":1573849510,"created_at_utc_B":1573864588,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you\u2019re in a harness, you really don\u2019t need an airbag. You\u2019re not going anywhere and the force is distributed across more of your body than a regular 3 point belt. Plus it would be a lot more difficult to make a safe airbag that can be disconnected with the steering wheel. You have to take the steering wheel off to climb over the cage to get in the seat a lot of the time. Not to mention the extra weight of the sensors\/computers","human_ref_B":"Are you saying why doesn't anyone make an aftermarket airbag?   Too many variables to make it work. Something as simple as an unusually high armrest could move someone's arm into a position that would cause a lot of injuries. Also the sensor has to be calibrated to the car that it's installed in so that it goes off in a collision of the correct magnitude.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15078.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"bsm28f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"My car is in a junk yard. A guy found it, found me, and wants it. I no longer have the physical title but it still should be in my name. What do we need to do to get him my car? (Indiana)","c_root_id_A":"eoo8noh","c_root_id_B":"eoo8lrb","created_at_utc_A":1558732292,"created_at_utc_B":1558732251,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Looks like you can easily get a duplicate title for $15 at your BMV. Depending on the situation with the car, it might need a salvage title.","human_ref_B":"Also post this in r\/legaladvice","labels":1,"seconds_difference":41.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emg8er0","c_root_id_B":"emg95iu","created_at_utc_A":1556928051,"created_at_utc_B":1556928696,"score_A":38,"score_B":40,"human_ref_A":"Braking heavily isn't bad for your car necessarily. Neither is accelerating hard. In fact, you should do both every now and then. Braking too gently can lead to glazed brakes and flooring it can reduce carbon build up.","human_ref_B":"* Bouncing off the rev limiter like the cool kids  * Not waiting until the engine is up to temp to accelerate hard  * In cold climates, only taking short trips  * Putting off timing belt service  * IGNORING DASH LIGHTS","labels":0,"seconds_difference":645.0,"score_ratio":1.0526315789}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emgjug6","c_root_id_B":"emgazis","created_at_utc_A":1556937941,"created_at_utc_B":1556930268,"score_A":19,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Going from reverse into drive while the car is still moving backwards.","human_ref_B":"When you're pumping gas and the pump auto-stops, and then you keep trying to pump more and more into it. You can flood and damage parts of your fuel system, and can potentially break the gas station's pump.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7673.0,"score_ratio":1.0555555556}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emgjug6","c_root_id_B":"emggic8","created_at_utc_A":1556937941,"created_at_utc_B":1556935036,"score_A":19,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Going from reverse into drive while the car is still moving backwards.","human_ref_B":"Brakes can take what you throw at them, short of doing multiple laps at a race track on a hot day.  Same for hard acceleration.  I don't know enough to contemplate the third point.  Something that actually ruins cars: driving like shit and running into stuff.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2905.0,"score_ratio":3.1666666667}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emggic8","c_root_id_B":"emh0md9","created_at_utc_A":1556935036,"created_at_utc_B":1556958455,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Brakes can take what you throw at them, short of doing multiple laps at a race track on a hot day.  Same for hard acceleration.  I don't know enough to contemplate the third point.  Something that actually ruins cars: driving like shit and running into stuff.","human_ref_B":"Resting your foot on the clutch pedal   Resting your hand on the shifter  Changing into 1st or Reverse while moving","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23419.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emhibkr","c_root_id_B":"emh7i0l","created_at_utc_A":1556978929,"created_at_utc_B":1556969795,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Running into other cars is typically bad for your car.","human_ref_B":"Riding the clutch","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9134.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emhibkr","c_root_id_B":"emh7qdv","created_at_utc_A":1556978929,"created_at_utc_B":1556970028,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Running into other cars is typically bad for your car.","human_ref_B":"My little sister, for some reason, will try to start her car while it's already running! She does this constantly, usually while sitting at a stop light, no idea why, it's like a compulsion.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8901.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emhcsu2","c_root_id_B":"emhibkr","created_at_utc_A":1556974395,"created_at_utc_B":1556978929,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Driving fast over speed bumps \/ potholes, rough road, driving on rumble strips.","human_ref_B":"Running into other cars is typically bad for your car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4534.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emh8cvh","c_root_id_B":"emhibkr","created_at_utc_A":1556970652,"created_at_utc_B":1556978929,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Driving fast through puddles of water.","human_ref_B":"Running into other cars is typically bad for your car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8277.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"bkf2iq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some bad driving habits that can potentially damage your car in the long run? What are some things that you do while you're driving that can potentially ruin the car? I know just driving it with wear down the vehicles but I'm talking about certain things that can accelerate wear and such. And for mid-size cars  So far all I can think of is:  1. Slamming the breaks often 2. Stepping on the gas very hard to accelerate fast 3. Leaving on idle while in Drive for too long in auto-transmission  etc.","c_root_id_A":"emhcsu2","c_root_id_B":"emh8cvh","created_at_utc_A":1556974395,"created_at_utc_B":1556970652,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Driving fast over speed bumps \/ potholes, rough road, driving on rumble strips.","human_ref_B":"Driving fast through puddles of water.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3743.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wj6702","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How to get into cars? How to get into cars from home, from the internet? I scroll tiktok videos of engine revs, exhausters going BRRRR but i dont know how it works, i really like it and a wish to know how \"everything\" works yk? any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"ijfh0k0","c_root_id_B":"ijfjnso","created_at_utc_A":1659958968,"created_at_utc_B":1659960529,"score_A":3,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"You could google how an engine works. Theres lots of easy explainations on the interwebs, with pics and videos.","human_ref_B":"Start with chris fix. You'll learn the basics. Measure your taste. Some peeps like classics, vintage, muscle, sedan, hatchbacks, sports  hyper, luxury, hybrids and EVs    It's a slow long process","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1561.0,"score_ratio":6.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wj6702","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How to get into cars? How to get into cars from home, from the internet? I scroll tiktok videos of engine revs, exhausters going BRRRR but i dont know how it works, i really like it and a wish to know how \"everything\" works yk? any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"ijfmtcf","c_root_id_B":"ijfh0k0","created_at_utc_A":1659962238,"created_at_utc_B":1659958968,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"There are a ton of content creators that teach and demonstrate. Chris Fix was mentioned, eric the car guy is a good one, B is for Build, Finnegans garage. The list is endless.","human_ref_B":"You could google how an engine works. Theres lots of easy explainations on the interwebs, with pics and videos.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3270.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wj6702","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How to get into cars? How to get into cars from home, from the internet? I scroll tiktok videos of engine revs, exhausters going BRRRR but i dont know how it works, i really like it and a wish to know how \"everything\" works yk? any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"ijfrv7l","c_root_id_B":"ijfh0k0","created_at_utc_A":1659964723,"created_at_utc_B":1659958968,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It is possible to learn a lot from the internet, but some things are easier to learn by getting involved in real life. One place to start is to go to a local car show or visit a club. There you can look at the cars up close, and if you are comfortable with it, ask the owners about them. They are usually just happy to see new people, and to talk about their cars and what they have done to them. Another thing you can do if you are really interested is to get a cheap junk car and just start wrenching. That is how I learnt. I pulled a beat up old VW Beetle home, bought a Haynes workshop manual, and started working on it. On Wednesdays the local VW club had their weekly meetup so I started going there to ask the old guys about the things I couldn't figure out. It was a very good experience, and most of the people I would call friends these days I have met through the VW club and car shows. There is a lot of friendly and helpfull people in this hobby.","human_ref_B":"You could google how an engine works. Theres lots of easy explainations on the interwebs, with pics and videos.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5755.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wj6702","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How to get into cars? How to get into cars from home, from the internet? I scroll tiktok videos of engine revs, exhausters going BRRRR but i dont know how it works, i really like it and a wish to know how \"everything\" works yk? any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"ijfrv7l","c_root_id_B":"ijfn97p","created_at_utc_A":1659964723,"created_at_utc_B":1659962468,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It is possible to learn a lot from the internet, but some things are easier to learn by getting involved in real life. One place to start is to go to a local car show or visit a club. There you can look at the cars up close, and if you are comfortable with it, ask the owners about them. They are usually just happy to see new people, and to talk about their cars and what they have done to them. Another thing you can do if you are really interested is to get a cheap junk car and just start wrenching. That is how I learnt. I pulled a beat up old VW Beetle home, bought a Haynes workshop manual, and started working on it. On Wednesdays the local VW club had their weekly meetup so I started going there to ask the old guys about the things I couldn't figure out. It was a very good experience, and most of the people I would call friends these days I have met through the VW club and car shows. There is a lot of friendly and helpfull people in this hobby.","human_ref_B":"Don\u2019t use tiktok. Start with Books and YouTube. Start from fundamentals of mechanical engineering. If it interests you, move up.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2255.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wj6702","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How to get into cars? How to get into cars from home, from the internet? I scroll tiktok videos of engine revs, exhausters going BRRRR but i dont know how it works, i really like it and a wish to know how \"everything\" works yk? any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"ijfuj9d","c_root_id_B":"ijfxjof","created_at_utc_A":1659965941,"created_at_utc_B":1659967238,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Donut Media. You'll love it.","human_ref_B":"If you search back through this sub you'll find you're about the 100th person to ask this, there were some great answers on previous threads.  The TL;DR version of my answer was join a club, talk to people, listen, offer to help out even if it's just passing spanners and holding the flashlight, and don't be afraid to ask questions.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1297.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wj6702","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How to get into cars? How to get into cars from home, from the internet? I scroll tiktok videos of engine revs, exhausters going BRRRR but i dont know how it works, i really like it and a wish to know how \"everything\" works yk? any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"ijfuj9d","c_root_id_B":"ijg4i07","created_at_utc_A":1659965941,"created_at_utc_B":1659970137,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Donut Media. You'll love it.","human_ref_B":"Buy a beater preferably with carburetors, not the electronic ones. You can learn a lot from those repairing them. Learning from books, internet is one thing. But having something to tinker with is much better.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4196.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"w8v398","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I'm buying a car for the first time, any advice?","c_root_id_A":"ihrtt28","c_root_id_B":"ihrrf1c","created_at_utc_A":1658872732,"created_at_utc_B":1658871774,"score_A":20,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Do some reading on understanding how financing works. Do not fall for the \"How much per month\" bullshit they're pulling these days, because you'll wind up with a 6 year 28% interest loan absolutely screwing you.        The Sales rep is not your friend. They are out to get paid as much as possible. They get that by making you pay as much as possible.      If it's a used car, have it inspected by a 3rd party mechanic, preferably one that specialises in that brand. you want a Pre-Purchase inspection, not just a safety inspection. You will have to pay this out of pocket, but losing $200 on inspecting a bad car can save you thousands out of pocket.      Understand how much you actually have to spend. You generally have to pay taxes, delivery fees, reg fees, etc on top of your purchase price.. and they don't write those numbers on the window. Understand what your top dollar is pre-tax\/etc to know what you can really afford.","human_ref_B":"Get a prepurchase inspection if you're buying used","labels":1,"seconds_difference":958.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"w8v398","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I'm buying a car for the first time, any advice?","c_root_id_A":"ihrxi3z","c_root_id_B":"ihrw32k","created_at_utc_A":1658874253,"created_at_utc_B":1658873665,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You can negotiate the value of your trade in, the interest rate, and the selling price of the car. If you go to a dealer and they say you have to buy X components in order to get a better deal or better interest rate, they are full of shit. Have a co-signer that uses a credit union and ask what interest rates can be offered. If the dealer signs you up for a bunch of extra products or back end options to get you a better price on the car. Take the deal, then go back in a week later and cancel all the back end products. They will immediately fall off the financing and reduce how much you owe overall. Contact the lender and ask for a revised monthly payment after canceling all the bullshit.","human_ref_B":"If it's previously owned, ask to drive it up and down hill. Then, bring someone you trust whom you'll go to for car troubles down the road to inspect it before the purchase. DON'T AGREE TO BUY ON THE SPOT. I knew a lady who's dad was all, \"Just buy used, it's fine\". No inspection whatsoever. My mom called our neighbors who looked at the car car and said the lady bought a shell. Everything inside was cr@p. It had probably come from a flooded area and got sold here.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":588.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"w8v398","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I'm buying a car for the first time, any advice?","c_root_id_A":"ihrw32k","c_root_id_B":"ihsa8pm","created_at_utc_A":1658873665,"created_at_utc_B":1658879825,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If it's previously owned, ask to drive it up and down hill. Then, bring someone you trust whom you'll go to for car troubles down the road to inspect it before the purchase. DON'T AGREE TO BUY ON THE SPOT. I knew a lady who's dad was all, \"Just buy used, it's fine\". No inspection whatsoever. My mom called our neighbors who looked at the car car and said the lady bought a shell. Everything inside was cr@p. It had probably come from a flooded area and got sold here.","human_ref_B":"You only get so many laps around the sun, so drive a car you want to drive.  Liking your car makes it much easier to maintain and take care of; enjoying the experience makes you more aware and a safer and more conscious driver.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6160.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"w8v398","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I'm buying a car for the first time, any advice?","c_root_id_A":"ihsa8pm","c_root_id_B":"ihs52rg","created_at_utc_A":1658879825,"created_at_utc_B":1658877563,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You only get so many laps around the sun, so drive a car you want to drive.  Liking your car makes it much easier to maintain and take care of; enjoying the experience makes you more aware and a safer and more conscious driver.","human_ref_B":"If it's a used car, do it in broad daylight.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2262.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16be0l","c_root_id_B":"h168bhu","created_at_utc_A":1623258587,"created_at_utc_B":1623257362,"score_A":32,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"You're supposed to wash them?   huh.","human_ref_B":"Whenever it's dirty, which is a little more than once\/wk. Never use the automatic touch wash. Then, I hand wash, clay bar, and ceramic coat a couple times\/year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1225.0,"score_ratio":1.6842105263}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16be0l","c_root_id_B":"h16ax9g","created_at_utc_A":1623258587,"created_at_utc_B":1623258397,"score_A":32,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You're supposed to wash them?   huh.","human_ref_B":"Try to at least once every 2 weeks","labels":1,"seconds_difference":190.0,"score_ratio":3.5555555556}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16be0l","c_root_id_B":"h168xdd","created_at_utc_A":1623258587,"created_at_utc_B":1623257601,"score_A":32,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You're supposed to wash them?   huh.","human_ref_B":"Often weekly. Sometimes it is up to 2 weeks between each wash. I always do it at home with a pressure washer and a sponge.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":986.0,"score_ratio":6.4}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16be0l","c_root_id_B":"h16b73k","created_at_utc_A":1623258587,"created_at_utc_B":1623258509,"score_A":32,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You're supposed to wash them?   huh.","human_ref_B":"Hand wash with my little buddies.   once a week.  If its raining outside, i will park my car outside of garage for free water service.!! (winkle winkle)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":78.0,"score_ratio":16.0}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16bc04","c_root_id_B":"h16be0l","created_at_utc_A":1623258565,"created_at_utc_B":1623258587,"score_A":2,"score_B":32,"human_ref_A":"How often do i wash it? Like once or twice a year lol. I just pay people to do it because there's literally nothing less enjoyable that washing a car.","human_ref_B":"You're supposed to wash them?   huh.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22.0,"score_ratio":16.0}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16ax9g","c_root_id_B":"h16euoa","created_at_utc_A":1623258397,"created_at_utc_B":1623259968,"score_A":9,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Try to at least once every 2 weeks","human_ref_B":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1571.0,"score_ratio":1.8888888889}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h168xdd","c_root_id_B":"h16euoa","created_at_utc_A":1623257601,"created_at_utc_B":1623259968,"score_A":5,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Often weekly. Sometimes it is up to 2 weeks between each wash. I always do it at home with a pressure washer and a sponge.","human_ref_B":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2367.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16bkn2","c_root_id_B":"h16euoa","created_at_utc_A":1623258662,"created_at_utc_B":1623259968,"score_A":4,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Not as often as I'd like but I try to wash them once every 2 weeks.","human_ref_B":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1306.0,"score_ratio":4.25}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16euoa","c_root_id_B":"h16ccz2","created_at_utc_A":1623259968,"created_at_utc_B":1623258980,"score_A":17,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","human_ref_B":"Honestly very seldomly. I rinse it off every few months, but it's been several years since I've given it what people might call a proper, thorough wash.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":988.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16b73k","c_root_id_B":"h16euoa","created_at_utc_A":1623258509,"created_at_utc_B":1623259968,"score_A":2,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Hand wash with my little buddies.   once a week.  If its raining outside, i will park my car outside of garage for free water service.!! (winkle winkle)","human_ref_B":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1459.0,"score_ratio":8.5}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16euoa","c_root_id_B":"h16bc04","created_at_utc_A":1623259968,"created_at_utc_B":1623258565,"score_A":17,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","human_ref_B":"How often do i wash it? Like once or twice a year lol. I just pay people to do it because there's literally nothing less enjoyable that washing a car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1403.0,"score_ratio":8.5}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16cztk","c_root_id_B":"h16euoa","created_at_utc_A":1623259228,"created_at_utc_B":1623259968,"score_A":2,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"I think it depends if you have a nice car or not, I drive a shit box, I could care less if it\u2019s got dirt on it.","human_ref_B":"Once a week. Best route is hand wash, but if I ever feel lazy I take it to a self serve non touch car wash.  If you don't want to make the time, resource or effort commitment for a good at home hand wash, still do not ever submit to a touch car wash, those spinny cloth things they use will microscratch the living hell out of your paint","labels":0,"seconds_difference":740.0,"score_ratio":8.5}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h168xdd","c_root_id_B":"h16ax9g","created_at_utc_A":1623257601,"created_at_utc_B":1623258397,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Often weekly. Sometimes it is up to 2 weeks between each wash. I always do it at home with a pressure washer and a sponge.","human_ref_B":"Try to at least once every 2 weeks","labels":0,"seconds_difference":796.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h168xdd","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623257601,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Often weekly. Sometimes it is up to 2 weeks between each wash. I always do it at home with a pressure washer and a sponge.","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6987.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16q6o0","c_root_id_B":"h16bkn2","created_at_utc_A":1623264588,"created_at_utc_B":1623258662,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","human_ref_B":"Not as often as I'd like but I try to wash them once every 2 weeks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5926.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16ccz2","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623258980,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Honestly very seldomly. I rinse it off every few months, but it's been several years since I've given it what people might call a proper, thorough wash.","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5608.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16hv56","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623261190,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Every 2 weeks if i park it outside  When it stays in the garage I wash it once a month","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3398.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16b73k","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623258509,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Hand wash with my little buddies.   once a week.  If its raining outside, i will park my car outside of garage for free water service.!! (winkle winkle)","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6079.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16bc04","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623258565,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"How often do i wash it? Like once or twice a year lol. I just pay people to do it because there's literally nothing less enjoyable that washing a car.","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6023.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16cztk","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623259228,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I think it depends if you have a nice car or not, I drive a shit box, I could care less if it\u2019s got dirt on it.","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5360.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16ihex","c_root_id_B":"h16q6o0","created_at_utc_A":1623261443,"created_at_utc_B":1623264588,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"1 to 2 weeks. I've been sick and it's been raining so it's been going on 3weeks.","human_ref_B":"Once a month.  DIY car wash place to spray it with soap and then rinse, then bring it home and hit it with meguiars ultimate quick detailer and some rainx window cleaner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3145.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
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{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16hv56","c_root_id_B":"h16bc04","created_at_utc_A":1623261190,"created_at_utc_B":1623258565,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Every 2 weeks if i park it outside  When it stays in the garage I wash it once a month","human_ref_B":"How often do i wash it? Like once or twice a year lol. I just pay people to do it because there's literally nothing less enjoyable that washing a car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2625.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"nvygr4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you wash your car?","c_root_id_A":"h16hv56","c_root_id_B":"h16cztk","created_at_utc_A":1623261190,"created_at_utc_B":1623259228,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Every 2 weeks if i park it outside  When it stays in the garage I wash it once a month","human_ref_B":"I think it depends if you have a nice car or not, I drive a shit box, I could care less if it\u2019s got dirt on it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1962.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"mbjc3u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why do some cars have a kind of \u201cburned\u201d smell inside the cabin when you hit the gas for a bit? Iv experienced this with a corolla, Q50, Grand cherokee, Malibu etc and im not super sure if I had the air on every single time but I definitely smelled something. I doubt its the coolant or anything since none of those cars were over heating nor had accident history to have something compromised.","c_root_id_A":"gryr20t","c_root_id_B":"gryip9p","created_at_utc_A":1616528070,"created_at_utc_B":1616524520,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Could be dust that settled on the heater core 'burning off' if these cars don't use a heater control valve. Basically two ways to turn heat on and off in a car with an internal combustion engine - either use a valve that shuts off the flow inside the heater core completely, or just use a flap that diverts air so that the heater core isn't in the air path.","human_ref_B":"Sometimes it's also heat cycling and the heat heats up the centre tunnel and it's kinda heats up the carpeting glue or  sound proofing which can cause smells","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3550.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kvxwo5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"My car is all of the sudden ridiculously loud and the engine light is on. Is it safe to drive to a mechanics or should I tow it? I started up my car and it all of the sudden sounded like one of those very expensive and loud engines people have. It\u2019s a 2001 Honda Accord so it\u2019s obviously not supposed to sound like that. The check engine light is on and I\u2019m just wondering if it\u2019s safe to drive to a mechanics shop. Also if you guys have any idea what it might be, that would be helpful. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gj13grs","c_root_id_B":"gj10umk","created_at_utc_A":1610478992,"created_at_utc_B":1610477804,"score_A":16,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Someone stole your cat","human_ref_B":"Probably just the muffler falling off or something it's fine to drive it wherever. Also loud doesn't mean expensive, all engines are naturally extremely loud that's what the exhaust is for, to quiet them down.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1188.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kvxwo5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"My car is all of the sudden ridiculously loud and the engine light is on. Is it safe to drive to a mechanics or should I tow it? I started up my car and it all of the sudden sounded like one of those very expensive and loud engines people have. It\u2019s a 2001 Honda Accord so it\u2019s obviously not supposed to sound like that. The check engine light is on and I\u2019m just wondering if it\u2019s safe to drive to a mechanics shop. Also if you guys have any idea what it might be, that would be helpful. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gj1zvp4","c_root_id_B":"gj21gw6","created_at_utc_A":1610494102,"created_at_utc_B":1610494922,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Happened to me last week, I feel your pain. Only the lowest of the low steal them. Fuck em","human_ref_B":"Just FYI you can check if the cat is stolen pretty easy. There will a big pipe coming out towards the front but it went connect to anything. They might have taken the muffler too \ud83d\ude13","labels":0,"seconds_difference":820.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"izmjl6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I make my 1979 monte carlo with ls1 legal in california? What emission related parts am I going to require to get it certified?","c_root_id_A":"g6js0fz","c_root_id_B":"g6k1n9o","created_at_utc_A":1601051621,"created_at_utc_B":1601056467,"score_A":12,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"I don't think you need to go through smog because it's a '79","human_ref_B":"Leave California","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4846.0,"score_ratio":2.8333333333}
{"post_id":"izmjl6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I make my 1979 monte carlo with ls1 legal in california? What emission related parts am I going to require to get it certified?","c_root_id_A":"g6k1n9o","c_root_id_B":"g6k181f","created_at_utc_A":1601056467,"created_at_utc_B":1601056254,"score_A":34,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Leave California","human_ref_B":"you say LS1 in the title but 5.3 in the comments.  (edit: someone else said 5.3, sorry. I will strike the below but it still has good info )  ~~there's actually a huge difference in the eyes of CA law.  ~~ ~~a LS1 came out of a passenger car, a 5.3 came out of a light duty truck and **cannot be put into a passenger car legally.**~~   ~~CA has fucking stupid emissions laws. to start with whatever engine you swap must have been CA certified originally.~~  ~~if it's an LS1, you only need to retain all your vehicles original emissions equipment and ensure the new engine passes a smog check.~~   ~~if it's a truck 5.3, you might be fucked. I am not a CA expert so you'd need to talk to the CARB or a state ref and ask questions.~~  here's some great information on the process: https:\/\/jagsthatrun.com\/pages\/dont-worry-they-arent-that-bad-california-smog-laws","labels":1,"seconds_difference":213.0,"score_ratio":6.8}
{"post_id":"izmjl6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I make my 1979 monte carlo with ls1 legal in california? What emission related parts am I going to require to get it certified?","c_root_id_A":"g6k4dno","c_root_id_B":"g6js0fz","created_at_utc_A":1601057868,"created_at_utc_B":1601051621,"score_A":13,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"A lot of the silly modified or vintage muscle cars around the Bay Area seem to have Montana plates. I believe they create an LLC there ans get tags. Don\u2019t know the process but I see them enough to not think it would be too hard.","human_ref_B":"I don't think you need to go through smog because it's a '79","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6247.0,"score_ratio":1.0833333333}
{"post_id":"izmjl6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I make my 1979 monte carlo with ls1 legal in california? What emission related parts am I going to require to get it certified?","c_root_id_A":"g6k4dno","c_root_id_B":"g6k181f","created_at_utc_A":1601057868,"created_at_utc_B":1601056254,"score_A":13,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"A lot of the silly modified or vintage muscle cars around the Bay Area seem to have Montana plates. I believe they create an LLC there ans get tags. Don\u2019t know the process but I see them enough to not think it would be too hard.","human_ref_B":"you say LS1 in the title but 5.3 in the comments.  (edit: someone else said 5.3, sorry. I will strike the below but it still has good info )  ~~there's actually a huge difference in the eyes of CA law.  ~~ ~~a LS1 came out of a passenger car, a 5.3 came out of a light duty truck and **cannot be put into a passenger car legally.**~~   ~~CA has fucking stupid emissions laws. to start with whatever engine you swap must have been CA certified originally.~~  ~~if it's an LS1, you only need to retain all your vehicles original emissions equipment and ensure the new engine passes a smog check.~~   ~~if it's a truck 5.3, you might be fucked. I am not a CA expert so you'd need to talk to the CARB or a state ref and ask questions.~~  here's some great information on the process: https:\/\/jagsthatrun.com\/pages\/dont-worry-they-arent-that-bad-california-smog-laws","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1614.0,"score_ratio":2.6}
{"post_id":"izmjl6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I make my 1979 monte carlo with ls1 legal in california? What emission related parts am I going to require to get it certified?","c_root_id_A":"g6k181f","c_root_id_B":"g6kspm8","created_at_utc_A":1601056254,"created_at_utc_B":1601071014,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"you say LS1 in the title but 5.3 in the comments.  (edit: someone else said 5.3, sorry. I will strike the below but it still has good info )  ~~there's actually a huge difference in the eyes of CA law.  ~~ ~~a LS1 came out of a passenger car, a 5.3 came out of a light duty truck and **cannot be put into a passenger car legally.**~~   ~~CA has fucking stupid emissions laws. to start with whatever engine you swap must have been CA certified originally.~~  ~~if it's an LS1, you only need to retain all your vehicles original emissions equipment and ensure the new engine passes a smog check.~~   ~~if it's a truck 5.3, you might be fucked. I am not a CA expert so you'd need to talk to the CARB or a state ref and ask questions.~~  here's some great information on the process: https:\/\/jagsthatrun.com\/pages\/dont-worry-they-arent-that-bad-california-smog-laws","human_ref_B":"Call the bureau automotive repair. Ask for the referee they will have the information","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14760.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"izmjl6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do I make my 1979 monte carlo with ls1 legal in california? What emission related parts am I going to require to get it certified?","c_root_id_A":"g6kkg0r","c_root_id_B":"g6kspm8","created_at_utc_A":1601066343,"created_at_utc_B":1601071014,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I think you can register the engine if the one going in is newer than the body of the car, and it has the stock exhaust emissions. For a crate engine I don't know how that works, but for swaps you just need the whole exhaust system from the donor car.   Or you can leave your car registered in a different state","human_ref_B":"Call the bureau automotive repair. Ask for the referee they will have the information","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4671.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"i9dsbd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I tried to go forward in my stick shift car but it kept stalling, I eventually got it moving after the 4th try and I ended up burning my clutch a lot. I realized after the fact that I was in third gear not first. The car was bucking forward and backwards afterwards. Will my car be ok?","c_root_id_A":"g1epjcc","c_root_id_B":"g1ek8xk","created_at_utc_A":1597378563,"created_at_utc_B":1597375372,"score_A":28,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"You'll be fine. You just put some extra wear on the clutch.","human_ref_B":"Your car will be fine. You just put some wear on your clutch. When I was teaching my daughter to drive stick she did that to her civic for a full day. We still drive her civic. Not a problem. When I was learning to drive my mom showed me her trick for stopping at a stop light on a steep hill. She would leave it in first and feather the clutch out so it would slip. Not slip enough for the car to roll backwards but slip enough that car wouldn\u2019t drive forward. When the light turned green she would give a little gas and let the clutch out fully. She did this all the time. I told her holy hell mom - you\u2019re burning out the clutch! She always did it. We never had any problems with that car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3191.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"i9dsbd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I tried to go forward in my stick shift car but it kept stalling, I eventually got it moving after the 4th try and I ended up burning my clutch a lot. I realized after the fact that I was in third gear not first. The car was bucking forward and backwards afterwards. Will my car be ok?","c_root_id_A":"g1ek8xk","c_root_id_B":"g1eui4g","created_at_utc_A":1597375372,"created_at_utc_B":1597382043,"score_A":8,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Your car will be fine. You just put some wear on your clutch. When I was teaching my daughter to drive stick she did that to her civic for a full day. We still drive her civic. Not a problem. When I was learning to drive my mom showed me her trick for stopping at a stop light on a steep hill. She would leave it in first and feather the clutch out so it would slip. Not slip enough for the car to roll backwards but slip enough that car wouldn\u2019t drive forward. When the light turned green she would give a little gas and let the clutch out fully. She did this all the time. I told her holy hell mom - you\u2019re burning out the clutch! She always did it. We never had any problems with that car.","human_ref_B":"Hey at least it wasn't the handbrake still fully engaged.  Embarrassingly I had applied it on a hill and kept stalling the car while balancing the throttle, brakes and clutch.  In traffic   After work  Peak hour    Missed a set of lights but when I realised how dumb I fucked up I immediately put my hazards on when the light went green I took off faster than ever before    Funny how embarrassment or shame works sometimes hahah","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6671.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"gqx7mu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What is the best highway cruiser for $5000? A car that can cruise comfortably at 80 mph, fairly reliable, easy to get parts for, mid 20's mpg.   I'm thinking that answer could be an ls400, a crownvic, or maybe an e55 amg?","c_root_id_A":"frvc5pu","c_root_id_B":"frveuw4","created_at_utc_A":1590501000,"created_at_utc_B":1590502524,"score_A":16,"score_B":60,"human_ref_A":"At this price point, add the Buick Park Ave & Chevy Lumina. Both are nose-heavy FWD cars, and thus track well at highway speed. The only engine I'd avoid is the 3.1 V6, but you're more likely to find one with the 3.4L or 3800 anyway. In all cases, these engines had a pretty unstressed life. Parts are definitely cheap and most things on the car are easy to get to.   Both have nice big trunks, and will turn about 30% better fuel mileage than a Ford Panther. That will definitely add up on a long road trip.","human_ref_B":"I'm guessing the AMG was a comedy option because Benzes made after about 1992 are garbage dumpster fires once they get past the first two owners. A cheap E320 or something is a better highway cruiser than an AMG anyway. and it's still unreliable poorly built trash unless you get a W124 or older.  Ford Panther cars and GM 3800s are overrated. They're not bad for what they do, but the legendary durability is... meh. Sure the engine is understressed, but the rest of the car is still from the bad old days of 1990s American quality.  LS400s are fine but they have kind of a cult following that drives up the price. And the air suspension and electroluminescent dash and 17 speaker stereo will break on you.  Get a Toyota Avalon, it's a Buick Park Avenue built by people who weren't drunk on the job.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1524.0,"score_ratio":3.75}
{"post_id":"gqx7mu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What is the best highway cruiser for $5000? A car that can cruise comfortably at 80 mph, fairly reliable, easy to get parts for, mid 20's mpg.   I'm thinking that answer could be an ls400, a crownvic, or maybe an e55 amg?","c_root_id_A":"frvu1rz","c_root_id_B":"frvewwb","created_at_utc_A":1590510268,"created_at_utc_B":1590502554,"score_A":15,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Best Lexus you can afford is an easy answer. Avoid the Benz is easy answer. A Crown Vic would certainly do it but if you want to cruise in comfort consider a Grandma Keith or a Town Car. Fullsize Caddies are pretty nice too, just avoid the Northstar.","human_ref_B":"Toyota Avalon or Camry","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7714.0,"score_ratio":1.0714285714}
{"post_id":"gqx7mu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What is the best highway cruiser for $5000? A car that can cruise comfortably at 80 mph, fairly reliable, easy to get parts for, mid 20's mpg.   I'm thinking that answer could be an ls400, a crownvic, or maybe an e55 amg?","c_root_id_A":"frvu1rz","c_root_id_B":"frvndxm","created_at_utc_A":1590510268,"created_at_utc_B":1590506978,"score_A":15,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Best Lexus you can afford is an easy answer. Avoid the Benz is easy answer. A Crown Vic would certainly do it but if you want to cruise in comfort consider a Grandma Keith or a Town Car. Fullsize Caddies are pretty nice too, just avoid the Northstar.","human_ref_B":"Crown Vic. All day. I cruised mine at 100 with no stability issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3290.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"gqx7mu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What is the best highway cruiser for $5000? A car that can cruise comfortably at 80 mph, fairly reliable, easy to get parts for, mid 20's mpg.   I'm thinking that answer could be an ls400, a crownvic, or maybe an e55 amg?","c_root_id_A":"frvfjho","c_root_id_B":"frvu1rz","created_at_utc_A":1590502892,"created_at_utc_B":1590510268,"score_A":3,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"If you're liberal with the word reliable and don't mind doing your own work (and you own a laptop for diagnostics) a non-turbo E60 generation BMW is amazing on the highway. I got my 530xi wagon for under 5k, it's like driving a couch. Unlike a lot of other options, it also handles very well too. My Audi was just as good on the highway, but the front heavy setup is not conducive to responsive handling, even with quattro and the ridiculous German suspension design.","human_ref_B":"Best Lexus you can afford is an easy answer. Avoid the Benz is easy answer. A Crown Vic would certainly do it but if you want to cruise in comfort consider a Grandma Keith or a Town Car. Fullsize Caddies are pretty nice too, just avoid the Northstar.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7376.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"gqx7mu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What is the best highway cruiser for $5000? A car that can cruise comfortably at 80 mph, fairly reliable, easy to get parts for, mid 20's mpg.   I'm thinking that answer could be an ls400, a crownvic, or maybe an e55 amg?","c_root_id_A":"frvndxm","c_root_id_B":"frvfjho","created_at_utc_A":1590506978,"created_at_utc_B":1590502892,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Crown Vic. All day. I cruised mine at 100 with no stability issues.","human_ref_B":"If you're liberal with the word reliable and don't mind doing your own work (and you own a laptop for diagnostics) a non-turbo E60 generation BMW is amazing on the highway. I got my 530xi wagon for under 5k, it's like driving a couch. Unlike a lot of other options, it also handles very well too. My Audi was just as good on the highway, but the front heavy setup is not conducive to responsive handling, even with quattro and the ridiculous German suspension design.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4086.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ya0t5f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the last car ever made with no computers? A thought occured to me that all cars in the last 30 years have had some sort of microchip in them in the form of their stereo systems or fuel regulators. Even the cars from 1990s had plenty of chips in them. So I just suddently wondered, what is the last car ever made with no computers in it?   To clarify, by last car, I mean last production car with ~5000+ units produced. Not including limited production, niche quirky cars like Peel P50. And by computer, I mean any sort of electronic with silicon and transistors in it. So if it has a tiny chip anywhere in it that can do basic calculations, I'd consider it as having a computer.   I know this is a very strange question that has no use to me in real life whatsoever, but I don't know any other subreddit where I could ask this odd question and get an answer to quench my sudden curiosity.","c_root_id_A":"it8kmje","c_root_id_B":"it8m05x","created_at_utc_A":1666377777,"created_at_utc_B":1666378325,"score_A":19,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"Would you include a relay as a \"computer\" ?  If yes, you'll have to go waaaay back. I think the 1952 Morris Minor my family had when I was a kid might not have had any relays - it had a pull-out knob to engage the starter, a generator not an alternator, and semaphore \"trafficators\" for turn signals (mechanical arms the swung out from the side of the car).   Maybe something made in Eastern Europe before the Berlin wall came down in the late 80s, like a Trabant?","human_ref_B":">I mean any sort of electronic with silicon and transistors in it  By \"silicon and transistors in it\" I assume you mean some kind of \"microchip\" and not individual transistors wired together like you might have seen in a transistor radio.  While I'm sure there is some specific example of the \"last\" not to have these parts, they hit mainstream cars in the late 1960s.  Emissions regulations pretty much required some kind of engine computer by the mid 1970s, at least, in the US.  By the early 1980s, it was hard to find a vehicle without at least a digital clock.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":548.0,"score_ratio":1.7894736842}
{"post_id":"ya0t5f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the last car ever made with no computers? A thought occured to me that all cars in the last 30 years have had some sort of microchip in them in the form of their stereo systems or fuel regulators. Even the cars from 1990s had plenty of chips in them. So I just suddently wondered, what is the last car ever made with no computers in it?   To clarify, by last car, I mean last production car with ~5000+ units produced. Not including limited production, niche quirky cars like Peel P50. And by computer, I mean any sort of electronic with silicon and transistors in it. So if it has a tiny chip anywhere in it that can do basic calculations, I'd consider it as having a computer.   I know this is a very strange question that has no use to me in real life whatsoever, but I don't know any other subreddit where I could ask this odd question and get an answer to quench my sudden curiosity.","c_root_id_A":"it8o8jr","c_root_id_B":"it8y4e3","created_at_utc_A":1666379228,"created_at_utc_B":1666383241,"score_A":9,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Pretty much any western car had transistorized ignition and alternator by the late '60s or early '70s. These were analog components that weren't doing any \"computing\" so much as they were just replacing some electromechanical switching device with a more reliable and efficient solid state circuit.  Some 2-stroke eastern bloc thing might not have picked up those improvements until later or maybe some diesel application that's arguably not a 'car'.","human_ref_B":"You getting ready for the EMP apocalypse, mate?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4013.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ya0t5f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the last car ever made with no computers? A thought occured to me that all cars in the last 30 years have had some sort of microchip in them in the form of their stereo systems or fuel regulators. Even the cars from 1990s had plenty of chips in them. So I just suddently wondered, what is the last car ever made with no computers in it?   To clarify, by last car, I mean last production car with ~5000+ units produced. Not including limited production, niche quirky cars like Peel P50. And by computer, I mean any sort of electronic with silicon and transistors in it. So if it has a tiny chip anywhere in it that can do basic calculations, I'd consider it as having a computer.   I know this is a very strange question that has no use to me in real life whatsoever, but I don't know any other subreddit where I could ask this odd question and get an answer to quench my sudden curiosity.","c_root_id_A":"it8w8b4","c_root_id_B":"it8y4e3","created_at_utc_A":1666382474,"created_at_utc_B":1666383241,"score_A":4,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Are we limited to the US or the entire world? The Lada if I remember correctly is one of the longest production running vehicles using pretty much the same everything since it was introduced in the mid '70s, being a Soviet block vehicle it's about as basic as you can get","human_ref_B":"You getting ready for the EMP apocalypse, mate?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":767.0,"score_ratio":3.75}
{"post_id":"ya0t5f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the last car ever made with no computers? A thought occured to me that all cars in the last 30 years have had some sort of microchip in them in the form of their stereo systems or fuel regulators. Even the cars from 1990s had plenty of chips in them. So I just suddently wondered, what is the last car ever made with no computers in it?   To clarify, by last car, I mean last production car with ~5000+ units produced. Not including limited production, niche quirky cars like Peel P50. And by computer, I mean any sort of electronic with silicon and transistors in it. So if it has a tiny chip anywhere in it that can do basic calculations, I'd consider it as having a computer.   I know this is a very strange question that has no use to me in real life whatsoever, but I don't know any other subreddit where I could ask this odd question and get an answer to quench my sudden curiosity.","c_root_id_A":"it90eog","c_root_id_B":"it8w8b4","created_at_utc_A":1666384168,"created_at_utc_B":1666382474,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I have no basis for this, but I'd assume mechanical diesels continued on further than carbureted engines to be computer-less. I pulled the motor on an 1984 Mercedes 300sd, and was pretty surprised it had only a single \"computer\" on board that was for the ABS. I wouldn't be surprised if the other diesels cars of that year without ABS were entirely computer-less.   Everything was vacuum controlled too, most cars moved on from that by that point.","human_ref_B":"Are we limited to the US or the entire world? The Lada if I remember correctly is one of the longest production running vehicles using pretty much the same everything since it was introduced in the mid '70s, being a Soviet block vehicle it's about as basic as you can get","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1694.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"ozzril","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why does 350z produce more Hp than V6 Mustang? Comparing V6 cars from 2003, 350z makes 287hp to the flywheel (240 to wheels) while mustang makes 193hp to the wheel.   Mustang has bigger displacement 3.8L  350z has 3.5L   So how can the smaller engine produce so much more power?","c_root_id_A":"h845a1z","c_root_id_B":"h8490g4","created_at_utc_A":1628381863,"created_at_utc_B":1628383914,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Something that hasn't been mentioned; the 350Z has a higher compression ratio over the Mustang. This is just one of the factors that allow the Nissan to make more power.      Having owned both, go with the Nissan. Avoid the 2005 and 2006 DE\/HR hybrid years. It's a great driver's car.","human_ref_B":"Is there a reason you're focused on 2003 model year cars?  The 4.0l V6 in the 2005+ is better than the 2004 and older, and the 2010 or 2011 with the 3.7l V6 is even better still.  If you're worried about power and 0-60 times, and you're even considering a Mustang, why aren't you looking at GT models with a V8?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2051.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ozzril","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"Why does 350z produce more Hp than V6 Mustang? Comparing V6 cars from 2003, 350z makes 287hp to the flywheel (240 to wheels) while mustang makes 193hp to the wheel.   Mustang has bigger displacement 3.8L  350z has 3.5L   So how can the smaller engine produce so much more power?","c_root_id_A":"h8490g4","c_root_id_B":"h845n76","created_at_utc_A":1628383914,"created_at_utc_B":1628382058,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Is there a reason you're focused on 2003 model year cars?  The 4.0l V6 in the 2005+ is better than the 2004 and older, and the 2010 or 2011 with the 3.7l V6 is even better still.  If you're worried about power and 0-60 times, and you're even considering a Mustang, why aren't you looking at GT models with a V8?","human_ref_B":"Engine power is just the variable in the equation of speed. There are other numbers that contribute to the end product.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1856.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"o5x1gw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How do I know which oil filter I need ? Hello everyone, I have probably a noobie question. So my sister recently gifted me her car since she is moving to Europe. The car is a 2014 Dodge Dart Aero with the 1.4L engine. I know that it need SAE 5w40 oil which I already bought but when I looked in the oil filter alley there were so many options of filter from different brands and that came in all kind of sizes and I couldn\u2019t figure out which one I need and the owners manual was no help. If any of you could help me out it would be appreciated. (I live in Ontario, Canada if that helps)","c_root_id_A":"h2p11ht","c_root_id_B":"h2ppbgk","created_at_utc_A":1624395478,"created_at_utc_B":1624408036,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"easiest thing to do so you know you get the correct part is just go to the dealership. Give them your VIN and they will get you the correct part. And the quality will be good. Should not have any issues and usually they are not that more expensive then the ones at the part stores.. And the ones from part stores can have a huge range of quality.","human_ref_B":"I'm about to give you the best advice. If you are going to do any maintenance on your vehicle, you should get a Haynes or Chilton manual at your local Auto parts store, or get one on Amazon.  It has all fluid types, amounts and  step-by-step instructions on how to do all (most) of the normal (and advanced) procedures on  your vehicle. Everything from types of spark plugs to brakes to differential fluid. It is SO helpful in a pinch and will save you money. That and searching Youtube for procedures. You're welcome :)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12558.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1md655","c_root_id_B":"h1mxcwx","created_at_utc_A":1623591665,"created_at_utc_B":1623602244,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I'd look to avoid the first model year of a car for each progressive generation. If they made new changes from the last gen to the new gen, the changes that have problems will probably expose themselves in that first year and then the second year will get a correction. Ex: my car jumped generations from 2012 to 2013 and the 2013 models had a shit transmission that was gone by the 2014 model","human_ref_B":"the last year of the body style, most of the kinks have been worked out.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10579.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1lvzoo","c_root_id_B":"h1md655","created_at_utc_A":1623579080,"created_at_utc_B":1623591665,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Here's my cheat. Consumer reports used car report magazine. I don't know where you live obviously or how accessible these are to you, but my local bookstore like chapters, coles, or indigo usually have them in stock and I believe they're sold biannually or annually. Not sure if they're available online but you can definitely Google it. Essentially this magazine breaks down almost every car that's available for sale as well as giving detailed reviews of the last let's say 10 or 15 years for that model. So say you're looking for a Toyota corolla, you find it alphabetically and then you can read a big write-up on it and all the improvements and different design features, as well as seeing a chart listing the pros and cons and the ratings for each year with what is good and what is bad about each year","human_ref_B":"I'd look to avoid the first model year of a car for each progressive generation. If they made new changes from the last gen to the new gen, the changes that have problems will probably expose themselves in that first year and then the second year will get a correction. Ex: my car jumped generations from 2012 to 2013 and the 2013 models had a shit transmission that was gone by the 2014 model","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12585.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1mxcwx","c_root_id_B":"h1lvzoo","created_at_utc_A":1623602244,"created_at_utc_B":1623579080,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"the last year of the body style, most of the kinks have been worked out.","human_ref_B":"Here's my cheat. Consumer reports used car report magazine. I don't know where you live obviously or how accessible these are to you, but my local bookstore like chapters, coles, or indigo usually have them in stock and I believe they're sold biannually or annually. Not sure if they're available online but you can definitely Google it. Essentially this magazine breaks down almost every car that's available for sale as well as giving detailed reviews of the last let's say 10 or 15 years for that model. So say you're looking for a Toyota corolla, you find it alphabetically and then you can read a big write-up on it and all the improvements and different design features, as well as seeing a chart listing the pros and cons and the ratings for each year with what is good and what is bad about each year","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23164.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1mj9od","c_root_id_B":"h1mxcwx","created_at_utc_A":1623595019,"created_at_utc_B":1623602244,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Google is your friend, but you gotta use the right phrases.   \"2012 Toyota Tacoma\" will bring up reviews, videos, etc.   But \"2012 Toyota Tacoma sucks\" or \"transmission problems\" or \"engine failure\" will bring up all the complaints and that's what you want to filter through.","human_ref_B":"the last year of the body style, most of the kinks have been worked out.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7225.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1nmxdj","c_root_id_B":"h1lvzoo","created_at_utc_A":1623614740,"created_at_utc_B":1623579080,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Honestly, in my experience (they may he ugly half the time) but there was this perfect meshing of the old world and the new world in the late 80s through the 90s.  Just enough sensor and computers that it's fuel injected and you would be fucking with a carb on long hilly trips, but just enough of a lack of all those other stupid sensor.  My car has no power breaks, no anti lock breaks, no power steering, hell the clutch is literally cable driven.  It's the easiest goddamm thing to work on ever and has been needlessly reliable.","human_ref_B":"Here's my cheat. Consumer reports used car report magazine. I don't know where you live obviously or how accessible these are to you, but my local bookstore like chapters, coles, or indigo usually have them in stock and I believe they're sold biannually or annually. Not sure if they're available online but you can definitely Google it. Essentially this magazine breaks down almost every car that's available for sale as well as giving detailed reviews of the last let's say 10 or 15 years for that model. So say you're looking for a Toyota corolla, you find it alphabetically and then you can read a big write-up on it and all the improvements and different design features, as well as seeing a chart listing the pros and cons and the ratings for each year with what is good and what is bad about each year","labels":1,"seconds_difference":35660.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1nmxdj","c_root_id_B":"h1mj9od","created_at_utc_A":1623614740,"created_at_utc_B":1623595019,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Honestly, in my experience (they may he ugly half the time) but there was this perfect meshing of the old world and the new world in the late 80s through the 90s.  Just enough sensor and computers that it's fuel injected and you would be fucking with a carb on long hilly trips, but just enough of a lack of all those other stupid sensor.  My car has no power breaks, no anti lock breaks, no power steering, hell the clutch is literally cable driven.  It's the easiest goddamm thing to work on ever and has been needlessly reliable.","human_ref_B":"Google is your friend, but you gotta use the right phrases.   \"2012 Toyota Tacoma\" will bring up reviews, videos, etc.   But \"2012 Toyota Tacoma sucks\" or \"transmission problems\" or \"engine failure\" will bring up all the complaints and that's what you want to filter through.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19721.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"nysi59","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to pick the right year for a used car? I'm eyeing on a certain model but I'm uncertain which year is the \"best\" year for a car. Anyone give examples on how I can find the right year for that car?","c_root_id_A":"h1mxvp7","c_root_id_B":"h1nmxdj","created_at_utc_A":1623602499,"created_at_utc_B":1623614740,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The best year is usually the last year of that body style before they redesign it. By then most of the kinks are worked out. Or at least as good as they are going to get.","human_ref_B":"Honestly, in my experience (they may he ugly half the time) but there was this perfect meshing of the old world and the new world in the late 80s through the 90s.  Just enough sensor and computers that it's fuel injected and you would be fucking with a carb on long hilly trips, but just enough of a lack of all those other stupid sensor.  My car has no power breaks, no anti lock breaks, no power steering, hell the clutch is literally cable driven.  It's the easiest goddamm thing to work on ever and has been needlessly reliable.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12241.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx76d2j","c_root_id_B":"gx77rx1","created_at_utc_A":1620335780,"created_at_utc_B":1620336388,"score_A":6,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"I've only ever daily driven older cars (both of my current rides are from 2003).  I think older cars are generally more engaging, you can see out of them better, and you're helping the environment by continuing to use something that's already been made vs. spending considerable resources\/energy to manufacture something new.  I'm assuming you're trying to get at the \"safety\" question more here. While a new car is definitely going to fare better in a collision, I think that older cars might have the upper hand at avoiding one.  Being able to see out of a car is going to be better than something beeping at you any day.  Plus you really need to drive old cars (especially those with a manual), which forces you to pay better attention those around you on the road.","human_ref_B":"Well, I can answer as someone who has several old cars (1997-1998) on the road that are driven daily. When it comes to something that old, you know the issues they are known for. So you know what to expect and what it takes to fix it. I have several cars with the GM 3800 engine which is probably one of the best engines ever made. They are known for blowing intake gaskets. So I replaced the gaskets with the good ones that fix the issue the day I brought them home. None of them have given me any issues. One car has seen almost 100k miles now and no issues at all, just oil changes and tire rotations. But it all depends on how you take care of the vehicle. If you are going to drive it till it dies, then try to fix it, don\u2019t bother. If you are going to maintain it properly and do the work yourself then it makes a lot of sense.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":608.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx77rx1","c_root_id_B":"gx7664m","created_at_utc_A":1620336388,"created_at_utc_B":1620335699,"score_A":14,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Well, I can answer as someone who has several old cars (1997-1998) on the road that are driven daily. When it comes to something that old, you know the issues they are known for. So you know what to expect and what it takes to fix it. I have several cars with the GM 3800 engine which is probably one of the best engines ever made. They are known for blowing intake gaskets. So I replaced the gaskets with the good ones that fix the issue the day I brought them home. None of them have given me any issues. One car has seen almost 100k miles now and no issues at all, just oil changes and tire rotations. But it all depends on how you take care of the vehicle. If you are going to drive it till it dies, then try to fix it, don\u2019t bother. If you are going to maintain it properly and do the work yourself then it makes a lot of sense.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":689.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7664m","c_root_id_B":"gx76d2j","created_at_utc_A":1620335699,"created_at_utc_B":1620335780,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","human_ref_B":"I've only ever daily driven older cars (both of my current rides are from 2003).  I think older cars are generally more engaging, you can see out of them better, and you're helping the environment by continuing to use something that's already been made vs. spending considerable resources\/energy to manufacture something new.  I'm assuming you're trying to get at the \"safety\" question more here. While a new car is definitely going to fare better in a collision, I think that older cars might have the upper hand at avoiding one.  Being able to see out of a car is going to be better than something beeping at you any day.  Plus you really need to drive old cars (especially those with a manual), which forces you to pay better attention those around you on the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":81.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7byp1","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620338210,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I daily my 97 960 wagon with 210k miles. I've driven it 250+ miles on a whim, and it's done North Carolina to Daytona Beach FL and back in the dead of summer without issue. I bought the car for $800 at 190k about a year and a half ago and it's easily proven it's worth.","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6625.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx78u2p","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620336848,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"100% depends on the previous owner, and if service has been done.   Many people are quick to claim that all \"old\" or used cars are unreliable, becuase that is their anecdotal experience with them. ALOT of people seem to just stop doing any sort of service once the car is over a certain age, the \"as long as it drives\" mentality. If you don't keep up with the service in a modern car you'll end up with an unreliable junker in 15 years just the same.","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7987.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7e1a1","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620339140,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5695.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5582.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7664m","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620335699,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9136.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx79zea","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620337347,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Is it the smartest idea? Absolutely not.  Would financially responsible people do it? Highly unlikely.  Do they break down a lot and cost you money at unexpected times? All the time.   Are they economical? Rarely, most often way worse than modern cars  Is it super fun and engaging? Hell yeah it is  Do I personally recommend doing it? No but actually 100% yes","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7488.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7b0iz","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620337799,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7036.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7blln","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620338052,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6783.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7cewo","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620338410,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6425.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cu6c","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620338596,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6239.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7fcjt","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620339740,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"My current daily is 16 years old. My first car was purchased in 2011, it was a 1998 model and I drove that sucker for nearly 7 years.  The downside to driving a car this old is you'll likely be replacing trim panels, window motors and regulators, suspension components and mounts, the AC may need to be re-gassed. And depending on where the car has been living for the last 15 years rust can be a real problem.  The up side of 15 year old cars is you have 15 years worth of collective experience online so you'll quickly find what commonly goes wrong with that particular car and about 50 YouTube videos on how to fix it.  Of course, service history is critical. That applies to any car, especially those outside of warranty.  It's all about research. Find a car that you like, research that model. Find one for sale, find the history of who owned it and how it was maintained.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5095.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7fffi","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620339777,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"My daily is a \u201899. Bought it at 48k miles in 2017. I\u2019ve got a mechanic that knows the brand well, I like to take care of it, and it would be hypocritical of me to criticize people with the money to have obscenely expensive cars and not drive them, while also wanting to own older cars and pretend I have to tuck them away in a similar manner.  The car currently sits at around 72k miles since I\u2019ve bought it, and I can think of very few moments I\u2019ve spent not smiling during those miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5058.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7g24v","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620340070,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive my 96 Oldsmobile","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4765.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7o7uy","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620343996,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I love my 07 mazdaspeed 3 but driving my fusion hybrid or my explorer limited feels like luxury compared to it.  Also doesn't help that the mazda is currently down due to a turbo gone bad.  (Modified so personal fault)","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":839.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7pvpc","c_root_id_B":"gx7ohq5","created_at_utc_A":1620344835,"created_at_utc_B":1620344133,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","human_ref_B":"My favourite two cars I\u2019ve owned are a 2004 VW Jetta, and a 1997 Dodge Stratus. I have a 2014 Kia Forte now and I do not like it. All of them were bought second hand. The problem I have with old vehicles if that you don\u2019t know how they were maintained by the previous owners.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":702.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7p4jy","c_root_id_B":"gx7pvpc","created_at_utc_A":1620344456,"created_at_utc_B":1620344835,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I was driving a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis up until 2019. Most of the time it was fine but every year or so it needed a major repair. The axel seals were leaking and destroyed the bearings and wore a grove in the axels. The lower ball joints had to be replaced once along with rear shocks. AC system needed work a few times. The fuel pump died, the intake manifold cracked and leaked coolant, the ABS model died. So it was mostly just parts wearing out. I did some of the work myself but sometimes I just needed the car to get to work so I paid a shop.   In short the car nickle and dimed me but I loved driving it and it was always cheaper to repair it than buy a new car. In 2019 the transmission died and that was it. I bought a new Ford Fusion and it\u2019s been flawless so far. I think you have to really love the car and do a lot of your own maintenance to make it worth it. Having a second car really helps with that too.","human_ref_B":"I'm currently in an 06 Subaru Impreza so I'm just hitting the 15 year mark with it. I've owned it for the last almost 6 years now I think. I don't plan on replacing it for at least another 5 years or so since we just replaced my wife's car.   It is my daily driver for my 1 1\/2 hour daily commute, and at this point I have no quams about having my wife or family in the car. It has anti lock brakes, and of course all wheel drive, but other than that it's very bare bones and honestly I like it that way. I know exactly how it will respond to my inputs in inclimate weather or sketchy situations.   I think a lot of it comes down to upkeep, a well upkept 15 year old car will have very few problems. As far as the safety thing goes, I can understand being hesitant of a car that completely lacks air bags, but as long the car has at least 2 front airbags I personally wouldn't be concerned about having people I care about in the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":379.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7byp1","c_root_id_B":"gx78u2p","created_at_utc_A":1620338210,"created_at_utc_B":1620336848,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily my 97 960 wagon with 210k miles. I've driven it 250+ miles on a whim, and it's done North Carolina to Daytona Beach FL and back in the dead of summer without issue. I bought the car for $800 at 190k about a year and a half ago and it's easily proven it's worth.","human_ref_B":"100% depends on the previous owner, and if service has been done.   Many people are quick to claim that all \"old\" or used cars are unreliable, becuase that is their anecdotal experience with them. ALOT of people seem to just stop doing any sort of service once the car is over a certain age, the \"as long as it drives\" mentality. If you don't keep up with the service in a modern car you'll end up with an unreliable junker in 15 years just the same.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1362.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7byp1","c_root_id_B":"gx7664m","created_at_utc_A":1620338210,"created_at_utc_B":1620335699,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily my 97 960 wagon with 210k miles. I've driven it 250+ miles on a whim, and it's done North Carolina to Daytona Beach FL and back in the dead of summer without issue. I bought the car for $800 at 190k about a year and a half ago and it's easily proven it's worth.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2511.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7byp1","c_root_id_B":"gx79zea","created_at_utc_A":1620338210,"created_at_utc_B":1620337347,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily my 97 960 wagon with 210k miles. I've driven it 250+ miles on a whim, and it's done North Carolina to Daytona Beach FL and back in the dead of summer without issue. I bought the car for $800 at 190k about a year and a half ago and it's easily proven it's worth.","human_ref_B":"Is it the smartest idea? Absolutely not.  Would financially responsible people do it? Highly unlikely.  Do they break down a lot and cost you money at unexpected times? All the time.   Are they economical? Rarely, most often way worse than modern cars  Is it super fun and engaging? Hell yeah it is  Do I personally recommend doing it? No but actually 100% yes","labels":1,"seconds_difference":863.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7byp1","c_root_id_B":"gx7b0iz","created_at_utc_A":1620338210,"created_at_utc_B":1620337799,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily my 97 960 wagon with 210k miles. I've driven it 250+ miles on a whim, and it's done North Carolina to Daytona Beach FL and back in the dead of summer without issue. I bought the car for $800 at 190k about a year and a half ago and it's easily proven it's worth.","human_ref_B":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":411.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7byp1","c_root_id_B":"gx7blln","created_at_utc_A":1620338210,"created_at_utc_B":1620338052,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily my 97 960 wagon with 210k miles. I've driven it 250+ miles on a whim, and it's done North Carolina to Daytona Beach FL and back in the dead of summer without issue. I bought the car for $800 at 190k about a year and a half ago and it's easily proven it's worth.","human_ref_B":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":158.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx78u2p","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620336848,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"100% depends on the previous owner, and if service has been done.   Many people are quick to claim that all \"old\" or used cars are unreliable, becuase that is their anecdotal experience with them. ALOT of people seem to just stop doing any sort of service once the car is over a certain age, the \"as long as it drives\" mentality. If you don't keep up with the service in a modern car you'll end up with an unreliable junker in 15 years just the same.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11447.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7e1a1","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620339140,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9155.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7wmi1","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620348295,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9042.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7wmi1","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620348295,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":456.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7664m","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620335699,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12596.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx79zea","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620337347,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Is it the smartest idea? Absolutely not.  Would financially responsible people do it? Highly unlikely.  Do they break down a lot and cost you money at unexpected times? All the time.   Are they economical? Rarely, most often way worse than modern cars  Is it super fun and engaging? Hell yeah it is  Do I personally recommend doing it? No but actually 100% yes","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10948.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7b0iz","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620337799,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10496.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7blln","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620338052,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10243.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7wmi1","c_root_id_B":"gx7cewo","created_at_utc_A":1620348295,"created_at_utc_B":1620338410,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","human_ref_B":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9885.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cu6c","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620338596,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9699.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fcjt","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620339740,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My current daily is 16 years old. My first car was purchased in 2011, it was a 1998 model and I drove that sucker for nearly 7 years.  The downside to driving a car this old is you'll likely be replacing trim panels, window motors and regulators, suspension components and mounts, the AC may need to be re-gassed. And depending on where the car has been living for the last 15 years rust can be a real problem.  The up side of 15 year old cars is you have 15 years worth of collective experience online so you'll quickly find what commonly goes wrong with that particular car and about 50 YouTube videos on how to fix it.  Of course, service history is critical. That applies to any car, especially those outside of warranty.  It's all about research. Find a car that you like, research that model. Find one for sale, find the history of who owned it and how it was maintained.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8555.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7wmi1","c_root_id_B":"gx7fffi","created_at_utc_A":1620348295,"created_at_utc_B":1620339777,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","human_ref_B":"My daily is a \u201899. Bought it at 48k miles in 2017. I\u2019ve got a mechanic that knows the brand well, I like to take care of it, and it would be hypocritical of me to criticize people with the money to have obscenely expensive cars and not drive them, while also wanting to own older cars and pretend I have to tuck them away in a similar manner.  The car currently sits at around 72k miles since I\u2019ve bought it, and I can think of very few moments I\u2019ve spent not smiling during those miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8518.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7g24v","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620340070,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive my 96 Oldsmobile","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8225.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7o7uy","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620343996,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I love my 07 mazdaspeed 3 but driving my fusion hybrid or my explorer limited feels like luxury compared to it.  Also doesn't help that the mazda is currently down due to a turbo gone bad.  (Modified so personal fault)","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4299.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7ohq5","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620344133,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My favourite two cars I\u2019ve owned are a 2004 VW Jetta, and a 1997 Dodge Stratus. I have a 2014 Kia Forte now and I do not like it. All of them were bought second hand. The problem I have with old vehicles if that you don\u2019t know how they were maintained by the previous owners.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4162.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7p4jy","c_root_id_B":"gx7wmi1","created_at_utc_A":1620344456,"created_at_utc_B":1620348295,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I was driving a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis up until 2019. Most of the time it was fine but every year or so it needed a major repair. The axel seals were leaking and destroyed the bearings and wore a grove in the axels. The lower ball joints had to be replaced once along with rear shocks. AC system needed work a few times. The fuel pump died, the intake manifold cracked and leaked coolant, the ABS model died. So it was mostly just parts wearing out. I did some of the work myself but sometimes I just needed the car to get to work so I paid a shop.   In short the car nickle and dimed me but I loved driving it and it was always cheaper to repair it than buy a new car. In 2019 the transmission died and that was it. I bought a new Ford Fusion and it\u2019s been flawless so far. I think you have to really love the car and do a lot of your own maintenance to make it worth it. Having a second car really helps with that too.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives a 25 year old Toyota Camry station wagon I\u2019ll tell my experience. It has nearly 300K miles on it, a 4 cylinder engine and is in decent shape. It needs work but nothing that will keep it from driving. I really haven\u2019t had to put much into it yet but for what it is I won\u2019t complain. I\u2019m driving an old vehicle as I do not want a car payment while I\u2019m paying off student loans and hospital bills. I\u2019ll get something newer when I get that stuff paid off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3839.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx78u2p","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620336848,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"100% depends on the previous owner, and if service has been done.   Many people are quick to claim that all \"old\" or used cars are unreliable, becuase that is their anecdotal experience with them. ALOT of people seem to just stop doing any sort of service once the car is over a certain age, the \"as long as it drives\" mentality. If you don't keep up with the service in a modern car you'll end up with an unreliable junker in 15 years just the same.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12430.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7e1a1","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620339140,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10138.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7eaaj","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620339253,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10025.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1439.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7664m","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620335699,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13579.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx79zea","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620337347,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Is it the smartest idea? Absolutely not.  Would financially responsible people do it? Highly unlikely.  Do they break down a lot and cost you money at unexpected times? All the time.   Are they economical? Rarely, most often way worse than modern cars  Is it super fun and engaging? Hell yeah it is  Do I personally recommend doing it? No but actually 100% yes","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11931.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7b0iz","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620337799,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11479.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7blln","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620338052,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11226.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7cewo","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620338410,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10868.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7cu6c","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620338596,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10682.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fcjt","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620339740,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My current daily is 16 years old. My first car was purchased in 2011, it was a 1998 model and I drove that sucker for nearly 7 years.  The downside to driving a car this old is you'll likely be replacing trim panels, window motors and regulators, suspension components and mounts, the AC may need to be re-gassed. And depending on where the car has been living for the last 15 years rust can be a real problem.  The up side of 15 year old cars is you have 15 years worth of collective experience online so you'll quickly find what commonly goes wrong with that particular car and about 50 YouTube videos on how to fix it.  Of course, service history is critical. That applies to any car, especially those outside of warranty.  It's all about research. Find a car that you like, research that model. Find one for sale, find the history of who owned it and how it was maintained.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9538.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fffi","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620339777,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My daily is a \u201899. Bought it at 48k miles in 2017. I\u2019ve got a mechanic that knows the brand well, I like to take care of it, and it would be hypocritical of me to criticize people with the money to have obscenely expensive cars and not drive them, while also wanting to own older cars and pretend I have to tuck them away in a similar manner.  The car currently sits at around 72k miles since I\u2019ve bought it, and I can think of very few moments I\u2019ve spent not smiling during those miles.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9501.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7g24v","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620340070,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive my 96 Oldsmobile","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9208.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7o7uy","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620343996,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"I love my 07 mazdaspeed 3 but driving my fusion hybrid or my explorer limited feels like luxury compared to it.  Also doesn't help that the mazda is currently down due to a turbo gone bad.  (Modified so personal fault)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5282.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7yjaz","c_root_id_B":"gx7ohq5","created_at_utc_A":1620349278,"created_at_utc_B":1620344133,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","human_ref_B":"My favourite two cars I\u2019ve owned are a 2004 VW Jetta, and a 1997 Dodge Stratus. I have a 2014 Kia Forte now and I do not like it. All of them were bought second hand. The problem I have with old vehicles if that you don\u2019t know how they were maintained by the previous owners.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5145.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7p4jy","c_root_id_B":"gx7yjaz","created_at_utc_A":1620344456,"created_at_utc_B":1620349278,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I was driving a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis up until 2019. Most of the time it was fine but every year or so it needed a major repair. The axel seals were leaking and destroyed the bearings and wore a grove in the axels. The lower ball joints had to be replaced once along with rear shocks. AC system needed work a few times. The fuel pump died, the intake manifold cracked and leaked coolant, the ABS model died. So it was mostly just parts wearing out. I did some of the work myself but sometimes I just needed the car to get to work so I paid a shop.   In short the car nickle and dimed me but I loved driving it and it was always cheaper to repair it than buy a new car. In 2019 the transmission died and that was it. I bought a new Ford Fusion and it\u2019s been flawless so far. I think you have to really love the car and do a lot of your own maintenance to make it worth it. Having a second car really helps with that too.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive an 18 year old BMW with 252k on it. It runs like a damn train. It was well maintained by its previous owners and I\u2019ve kept up with that. I have no doubts about it. I have commuted 400 miles in it this week already and will add more tomorrow. The body is shot and the interior isn\u2019t great, but the drivetrain is sturdy. If you don\u2019t mind the typical old car issues daily driving an old car is great.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4822.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx78u2p","c_root_id_B":"gx7664m","created_at_utc_A":1620336848,"created_at_utc_B":1620335699,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"100% depends on the previous owner, and if service has been done.   Many people are quick to claim that all \"old\" or used cars are unreliable, becuase that is their anecdotal experience with them. ALOT of people seem to just stop doing any sort of service once the car is over a certain age, the \"as long as it drives\" mentality. If you don't keep up with the service in a modern car you'll end up with an unreliable junker in 15 years just the same.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1149.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7e1a1","c_root_id_B":"gx7664m","created_at_utc_A":1620339140,"created_at_utc_B":1620335699,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","human_ref_B":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3441.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7e1a1","c_root_id_B":"gx7b0iz","created_at_utc_A":1620339140,"created_at_utc_B":1620337799,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","human_ref_B":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1341.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7blln","c_root_id_B":"gx7e1a1","created_at_utc_A":1620338052,"created_at_utc_B":1620339140,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","human_ref_B":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1088.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7e1a1","c_root_id_B":"gx7cewo","created_at_utc_A":1620339140,"created_at_utc_B":1620338410,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","human_ref_B":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":730.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7e1a1","c_root_id_B":"gx7cu6c","created_at_utc_A":1620339140,"created_at_utc_B":1620338596,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Depending on where you live, insurance and registration can be significantly cheaper and maintenance cost can also be super cheap depending on what you get.  Reliability is the big factor and it can very wildly so make sure you do your research.  Plenty of good older cars that can be ran as a daily commuter","human_ref_B":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":544.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7664m","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620335699,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3554.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7b0iz","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620337799,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1454.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7blln","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620338052,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1201.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cewo","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620338410,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":843.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cu6c","c_root_id_B":"gx7eaaj","created_at_utc_A":1620338596,"created_at_utc_B":1620339253,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 2019 GTI, which is fantastically fun, efficient, and well-suited for the task. But a few days a week I rotate through older cars ranging from 1986 to 2000, which are fun to drive in their own way and are good at different things. Variety is the spice of life. I see the concerns about safety in this thread, but the most important elements of surviving a crash is avoiding one in the first place, and so maintenance, attentiveness, and visibility are key. Today's cars are outstandingly safe, but that doesn't make these others death traps by any stretch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":657.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7vqrn","c_root_id_B":"gx7664m","created_at_utc_A":1620347839,"created_at_utc_B":1620335699,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12140.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7vqrn","c_root_id_B":"gx7b0iz","created_at_utc_A":1620347839,"created_at_utc_B":1620337799,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","human_ref_B":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10040.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7blln","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620338052,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9787.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cewo","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620338410,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9429.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cu6c","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620338596,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9243.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fcjt","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620339740,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My current daily is 16 years old. My first car was purchased in 2011, it was a 1998 model and I drove that sucker for nearly 7 years.  The downside to driving a car this old is you'll likely be replacing trim panels, window motors and regulators, suspension components and mounts, the AC may need to be re-gassed. And depending on where the car has been living for the last 15 years rust can be a real problem.  The up side of 15 year old cars is you have 15 years worth of collective experience online so you'll quickly find what commonly goes wrong with that particular car and about 50 YouTube videos on how to fix it.  Of course, service history is critical. That applies to any car, especially those outside of warranty.  It's all about research. Find a car that you like, research that model. Find one for sale, find the history of who owned it and how it was maintained.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8099.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fffi","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620339777,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My daily is a \u201899. Bought it at 48k miles in 2017. I\u2019ve got a mechanic that knows the brand well, I like to take care of it, and it would be hypocritical of me to criticize people with the money to have obscenely expensive cars and not drive them, while also wanting to own older cars and pretend I have to tuck them away in a similar manner.  The car currently sits at around 72k miles since I\u2019ve bought it, and I can think of very few moments I\u2019ve spent not smiling during those miles.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8062.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7g24v","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620340070,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive my 96 Oldsmobile","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7769.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7o7uy","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620343996,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I love my 07 mazdaspeed 3 but driving my fusion hybrid or my explorer limited feels like luxury compared to it.  Also doesn't help that the mazda is currently down due to a turbo gone bad.  (Modified so personal fault)","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3843.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7ohq5","c_root_id_B":"gx7vqrn","created_at_utc_A":1620344133,"created_at_utc_B":1620347839,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My favourite two cars I\u2019ve owned are a 2004 VW Jetta, and a 1997 Dodge Stratus. I have a 2014 Kia Forte now and I do not like it. All of them were bought second hand. The problem I have with old vehicles if that you don\u2019t know how they were maintained by the previous owners.","human_ref_B":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3706.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7vqrn","c_root_id_B":"gx7p4jy","created_at_utc_A":1620347839,"created_at_utc_B":1620344456,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My daily driver is a 1983 camaro z28. It only has 70,000 miles and I routinely maintenance it. Drives just fine and just as reliable if not more than a modern car. Right now I have my wife and 2 children with me in it.   I do not, however, wish to think about gas mileage.","human_ref_B":"I was driving a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis up until 2019. Most of the time it was fine but every year or so it needed a major repair. The axel seals were leaking and destroyed the bearings and wore a grove in the axels. The lower ball joints had to be replaced once along with rear shocks. AC system needed work a few times. The fuel pump died, the intake manifold cracked and leaked coolant, the ABS model died. So it was mostly just parts wearing out. I did some of the work myself but sometimes I just needed the car to get to work so I paid a shop.   In short the car nickle and dimed me but I loved driving it and it was always cheaper to repair it than buy a new car. In 2019 the transmission died and that was it. I bought a new Ford Fusion and it\u2019s been flawless so far. I think you have to really love the car and do a lot of your own maintenance to make it worth it. Having a second car really helps with that too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3383.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7664m","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620335699,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":36816.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7b0iz","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620337799,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"93 s10 single cab, manual. No airbags. My seatbelt dosnt lock in the buckle. People die in cars that are covered in airbags and modern safety features. Drive what you want to.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":34716.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7blln","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620338052,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"2002 Camry 250k.  Keep checking the oil.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":34463.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7cewo","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620338410,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Daily a 01 Buick Regal GS. 163k on it right now and counting. It's just easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the Engine is a 3800 with all the major maintenance done. Cars right now are just way too expensive with the chip shortage and everything, so i'll probably end up throwing a transmission rebuild at it if this one explodes anytime soon.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":34105.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8yxff","c_root_id_B":"gx7cu6c","created_at_utc_A":1620372515,"created_at_utc_B":1620338596,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","human_ref_B":"I don\u2019t think it\u2019s a good idea. I like to daily drive something with adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. Adaptive cruise control is especially useful for my daily commute, I\u2019m super tired after work. Also having AEB watching the road ahead constantly takes a lot of stress out too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":33919.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fcjt","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620339740,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My current daily is 16 years old. My first car was purchased in 2011, it was a 1998 model and I drove that sucker for nearly 7 years.  The downside to driving a car this old is you'll likely be replacing trim panels, window motors and regulators, suspension components and mounts, the AC may need to be re-gassed. And depending on where the car has been living for the last 15 years rust can be a real problem.  The up side of 15 year old cars is you have 15 years worth of collective experience online so you'll quickly find what commonly goes wrong with that particular car and about 50 YouTube videos on how to fix it.  Of course, service history is critical. That applies to any car, especially those outside of warranty.  It's all about research. Find a car that you like, research that model. Find one for sale, find the history of who owned it and how it was maintained.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32775.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7fffi","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620339777,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My daily is a \u201899. Bought it at 48k miles in 2017. I\u2019ve got a mechanic that knows the brand well, I like to take care of it, and it would be hypocritical of me to criticize people with the money to have obscenely expensive cars and not drive them, while also wanting to own older cars and pretend I have to tuck them away in a similar manner.  The car currently sits at around 72k miles since I\u2019ve bought it, and I can think of very few moments I\u2019ve spent not smiling during those miles.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32738.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8yxff","c_root_id_B":"gx7g24v","created_at_utc_A":1620372515,"created_at_utc_B":1620340070,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","human_ref_B":"I daily drive my 96 Oldsmobile","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32445.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7o7uy","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620343996,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I love my 07 mazdaspeed 3 but driving my fusion hybrid or my explorer limited feels like luxury compared to it.  Also doesn't help that the mazda is currently down due to a turbo gone bad.  (Modified so personal fault)","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28519.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7ohq5","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620344133,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My favourite two cars I\u2019ve owned are a 2004 VW Jetta, and a 1997 Dodge Stratus. I have a 2014 Kia Forte now and I do not like it. All of them were bought second hand. The problem I have with old vehicles if that you don\u2019t know how they were maintained by the previous owners.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28382.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8yxff","c_root_id_B":"gx7p4jy","created_at_utc_A":1620372515,"created_at_utc_B":1620344456,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","human_ref_B":"I was driving a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis up until 2019. Most of the time it was fine but every year or so it needed a major repair. The axel seals were leaking and destroyed the bearings and wore a grove in the axels. The lower ball joints had to be replaced once along with rear shocks. AC system needed work a few times. The fuel pump died, the intake manifold cracked and leaked coolant, the ABS model died. So it was mostly just parts wearing out. I did some of the work myself but sometimes I just needed the car to get to work so I paid a shop.   In short the car nickle and dimed me but I loved driving it and it was always cheaper to repair it than buy a new car. In 2019 the transmission died and that was it. I bought a new Ford Fusion and it\u2019s been flawless so far. I think you have to really love the car and do a lot of your own maintenance to make it worth it. Having a second car really helps with that too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":28059.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8yxff","c_root_id_B":"gx85qkr","created_at_utc_A":1620372515,"created_at_utc_B":1620352970,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","human_ref_B":"1996 Honda Accord, Dailey driver!!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19545.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8yxff","c_root_id_B":"gx871q9","created_at_utc_A":1620372515,"created_at_utc_B":1620353645,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","human_ref_B":"If the vehicle is in good working condition, I don't see any problems at all.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18870.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx87ju4","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620353908,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"15 is still the mid-2000s, which feels so young. Geeze. Maintenance is the thing with any of car of course. These Toyotas and stuff with 300,00+ miles on them still drive because both regular and preventive work is done on them. Safety is going to be worse, but not as bad something twice that age. Creature comforts are subjective, but for me having a backup camera and good cell phone connectivity are important. But thats really just a matter of a head unit replacement","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18607.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8yxff","c_root_id_B":"gx8a3sf","created_at_utc_A":1620372515,"created_at_utc_B":1620355253,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","human_ref_B":"I drive about 250 miles a week. Just depends really sometimes I don't leave the house for a week. Her daily right now is my 2001 dodge truck because her 2011 kia forte took a crap on us.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17262.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx8f62w","c_root_id_B":"gx8yxff","created_at_utc_A":1620358054,"created_at_utc_B":1620372515,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm a eurocar snob and my oldest vehicle is an 08 Mercedes-Benz E350 (13 years old). IMO\/IME I would be wary of buying a European luxury vehicle that is 10+ years old without knowing it's history.   Knowing the history of my vehicles doesn't make me worry about the age. It also helps that I do most of the maintenance\/repairs myself, which helps me know my vehicles inside and out.","human_ref_B":"Basically 15 years isn't far enough back to make any kind of distinction. You probably need to start at 25 years old and go back from there. At 25 years old you start to see a significant enough disparity between safety, emissions regulations and various deficiencies in specifications like power, fuel economy, features, cost of maintenance etc, that choosing to daily one involves certain sacrifices. Whether those sacrifices are worth it or not is subjective and a very personal choice.  Ultimately here's the long and the short of it, any used car is only as good as its previous owner(s). A 40 year old car thats been taken care of can be just as reliable and functional as a modern car. Any used car of any vintage that's been abused and neglected, is worthless. You'll pay a premium for a well cared for car regardless of age but at 25 years old and older you'll pay a premium for the vintage. That said, it's not unobtanium at this point. Any older then that and the cost barrier of nostalgia can become overwhelming for a *Daily*, but that cost is one of those sacrifices I mentioned before and is subjective and situational.   Look at it this way, a high school kid considering his first car is comparing a 50 year old car to a 10 year old car, both cost $3k. We can fairly easily guess what he'll *want* to do and what he *ought* to do. Now consider a guy in his forties, money, career, family, all in good shape. He's considering picking up a classic to daily, he's gonna spend $12k. Seems a little more reasonable doesn't it? So I guess the short version is, if you can responsibly afford a classic, and that floats your goat, go for it. If you can't, do yourself a favor, and don't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14461.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n6h2w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What's your opinion on daily driving older cars (e.g. 15 years and older)? Hi r\/askcarguys,  What is your personal opinion of the topic of daily driving older cars (say 15 years+)? Does said opinion change if you are generally driving only by yourself or also driving with family \/ loved ones?  I posted this topic (and my thoughts) to a \"rad\" oriented Facebook group and got a wide range of debate and opinions, so wonder how it would go over here. Curious as to your thoughts","c_root_id_A":"gx7664m","c_root_id_B":"gx79zea","created_at_utc_A":1620335699,"created_at_utc_B":1620337347,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily drive a 25 year old truck that was a work truck for most of that. A few years ago I even had to haul a full bed and full trailer (and I mean full to the absolute brim) 12 hours when moving, no trailer brakes either and it did great no problems at all. I don't think there's a vehicle I'd trust more than that truck. It really depends on their condition and how good they were to begin with.","human_ref_B":"Is it the smartest idea? Absolutely not.  Would financially responsible people do it? Highly unlikely.  Do they break down a lot and cost you money at unexpected times? All the time.   Are they economical? Rarely, most often way worse than modern cars  Is it super fun and engaging? Hell yeah it is  Do I personally recommend doing it? No but actually 100% yes","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1648.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"m27gj0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Why do you guys and gals think that cars are waayy too over-styled and aggressive today? It seems like cars are trying waaaay too hard to be seen as good and powerful. It\u2019s like they want to scream and let everyone know \u201cLOOK AT ME! LOOK AT HOW POWERFUL I AM!\u201d   All that badging too, badges on every single panel and in the interior badges everywhere.   The new M3 and M4 for example, brilliant cars, but it\u2019s trying waaay to hard to prove a point. That front end screaming BMW, the hood, the fenders, the M badging everywhere.   Even Lexus smoother their cars with F sport badges hah  I don\u2019t think I\u2019m being an old man, I\u2019m only 20 lol but it\u2019s kinda cheesy how everyone, even in the modifying scene wants to make their car more aggressive. For example, this dude in my car club, \u201cPut your plate towards the left cos it\u2019s more aggressive\u201d   Cars nowadays always seem so angry about something.","c_root_id_A":"gqi5t2t","c_root_id_B":"gqhum0v","created_at_utc_A":1615416592,"created_at_utc_B":1615411476,"score_A":25,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"Manufacturers are doing everything they can to eke out a little more gas mileage to meet regulations without sacrificing power \/ driveability in consumer cars.  You see this in the increasing prevalence of smaller displacement \/ turbocharged engines, more aluminum use in engines \/ body panels \/ subframes, direct injection, lighter-weight oils, variable grill shutters, electric water pumps \/ oil pumps \/ power steering (as opposed to belt-driven), more aerodynamic undertrays, cars coming without spare tires, etc.  For the same reason, vehicle bodies are shaped to reduce drag as much as possible, while constrained to traditional consumer vehicle sizes and layouts.  Thus, things tend to converge to an optimal overall aerodynamic shape.  When most cars start to have the same general shape, brands do more with styling to try to stand out and have a noticeable brand-image.  Throw some aggressive \"angry eye\" headlights on, a gigantic brand-specific design language grille, fake vents and some muscular sheet metal creases here and there and things start to get... LOUD visually.","human_ref_B":"Fight the man, drive an early 2000\u2019s Taurus. Ain\u2019t a straight line in the whole damn car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5116.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"m27gj0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Why do you guys and gals think that cars are waayy too over-styled and aggressive today? It seems like cars are trying waaaay too hard to be seen as good and powerful. It\u2019s like they want to scream and let everyone know \u201cLOOK AT ME! LOOK AT HOW POWERFUL I AM!\u201d   All that badging too, badges on every single panel and in the interior badges everywhere.   The new M3 and M4 for example, brilliant cars, but it\u2019s trying waaay to hard to prove a point. That front end screaming BMW, the hood, the fenders, the M badging everywhere.   Even Lexus smoother their cars with F sport badges hah  I don\u2019t think I\u2019m being an old man, I\u2019m only 20 lol but it\u2019s kinda cheesy how everyone, even in the modifying scene wants to make their car more aggressive. For example, this dude in my car club, \u201cPut your plate towards the left cos it\u2019s more aggressive\u201d   Cars nowadays always seem so angry about something.","c_root_id_A":"gqi12a0","c_root_id_B":"gqi5t2t","created_at_utc_A":1615414326,"created_at_utc_B":1615416592,"score_A":6,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"that latest M3 has been beaten with the ugly stick, repeatedly. as has the Supra.  But there's other examples too, I really like the current Mazda 3, one of the best looking cars on sale now imo.  It's all part of some wonky trend of one-upmanship, which can also be seen in power figures. What the fuck do you do with 600hp on public roads. please just shave half a ton off of the car and settle around half the power. cars have more and more of everything.  and the pinnacle of this clusterfuck are those dreadful crossover thingies like Touareg, F-Pace, X6, Evoque and what have you. Too stylish to carry things, too racey to go offroad, too heavy to be dynamic, too much of everything. they don't do anything right besides help you live out your fear of other people having a bigger car than you. It's just bollocks and as much as i love cars, if those are the future of the industry it deserves to die for all i care.","human_ref_B":"Manufacturers are doing everything they can to eke out a little more gas mileage to meet regulations without sacrificing power \/ driveability in consumer cars.  You see this in the increasing prevalence of smaller displacement \/ turbocharged engines, more aluminum use in engines \/ body panels \/ subframes, direct injection, lighter-weight oils, variable grill shutters, electric water pumps \/ oil pumps \/ power steering (as opposed to belt-driven), more aerodynamic undertrays, cars coming without spare tires, etc.  For the same reason, vehicle bodies are shaped to reduce drag as much as possible, while constrained to traditional consumer vehicle sizes and layouts.  Thus, things tend to converge to an optimal overall aerodynamic shape.  When most cars start to have the same general shape, brands do more with styling to try to stand out and have a noticeable brand-image.  Throw some aggressive \"angry eye\" headlights on, a gigantic brand-specific design language grille, fake vents and some muscular sheet metal creases here and there and things start to get... LOUD visually.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2266.0,"score_ratio":4.1666666667}
{"post_id":"m27gj0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Why do you guys and gals think that cars are waayy too over-styled and aggressive today? It seems like cars are trying waaaay too hard to be seen as good and powerful. It\u2019s like they want to scream and let everyone know \u201cLOOK AT ME! LOOK AT HOW POWERFUL I AM!\u201d   All that badging too, badges on every single panel and in the interior badges everywhere.   The new M3 and M4 for example, brilliant cars, but it\u2019s trying waaay to hard to prove a point. That front end screaming BMW, the hood, the fenders, the M badging everywhere.   Even Lexus smoother their cars with F sport badges hah  I don\u2019t think I\u2019m being an old man, I\u2019m only 20 lol but it\u2019s kinda cheesy how everyone, even in the modifying scene wants to make their car more aggressive. For example, this dude in my car club, \u201cPut your plate towards the left cos it\u2019s more aggressive\u201d   Cars nowadays always seem so angry about something.","c_root_id_A":"gqi12a0","c_root_id_B":"gqieywh","created_at_utc_A":1615414326,"created_at_utc_B":1615421259,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"that latest M3 has been beaten with the ugly stick, repeatedly. as has the Supra.  But there's other examples too, I really like the current Mazda 3, one of the best looking cars on sale now imo.  It's all part of some wonky trend of one-upmanship, which can also be seen in power figures. What the fuck do you do with 600hp on public roads. please just shave half a ton off of the car and settle around half the power. cars have more and more of everything.  and the pinnacle of this clusterfuck are those dreadful crossover thingies like Touareg, F-Pace, X6, Evoque and what have you. Too stylish to carry things, too racey to go offroad, too heavy to be dynamic, too much of everything. they don't do anything right besides help you live out your fear of other people having a bigger car than you. It's just bollocks and as much as i love cars, if those are the future of the industry it deserves to die for all i care.","human_ref_B":"The F & M cars are specifically the version of the regular car that is supposed to be more aggressive, hence the aggressiveness.  The cars that bother me with this sort of thing are the recent Honda Civics, Toyota Prius, or Toyota Highlanders.  Those are supposed to be tame cars, and they are, but they don't look the part.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6933.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"hz156g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Where do I look to buy a shitbox, <$500, manual transmission car? I\u2019m a high schooler in Michigan who\u2019s looking for a cheap beater that I can have some fun in without worrying about going into massive debt if I F something up. (Sorry if this is the wrong sub, idk where else to post)","c_root_id_A":"fzgm8xm","c_root_id_B":"fzg86vy","created_at_utc_A":1595894840,"created_at_utc_B":1595887418,"score_A":14,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"contact a Lemons team to ask about donor cars and where they get theirs?  some of the larger teams may have beaters lying around.  the odds that you'll need to do some (a lot of) work in your driveway to get and keep it running, or that it'll die on the coldest night in February, or that something catastrophic from a safety perspective (like cars' brakes fail while you're driving), are all quite high.  there is a reason that the cost limit for a Lemons car is $500, and that's because any car sold for $500 is almost certainly a POS unreliable deathtrap.  i guess, are you sure your parents are OK with this?","human_ref_B":"look in older neighborhoods with cars that look like they\u2019ve been neglected but still run, no one that cares enough to list their car online will let it go for 500","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7422.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"hz156g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Where do I look to buy a shitbox, <$500, manual transmission car? I\u2019m a high schooler in Michigan who\u2019s looking for a cheap beater that I can have some fun in without worrying about going into massive debt if I F something up. (Sorry if this is the wrong sub, idk where else to post)","c_root_id_A":"fzgru36","c_root_id_B":"fzgw873","created_at_utc_A":1595898001,"created_at_utc_B":1595900513,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You're not going to have any fun in a car you pay less than $500 for, and i guarantee you if it's not already fucked up, something is on its absolute last leg lol  My brother in law's first car was $500.  It had a hole in the gas tank, so you'd lose half a liter of gas if you pulled left too sharply.  It had no 2nd gear, and stalled midway through a hilarious number of intersections.  It ended it's life as a field derby car.","human_ref_B":"Local junkyards sometimes they get something that runs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2512.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hz156g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Where do I look to buy a shitbox, <$500, manual transmission car? I\u2019m a high schooler in Michigan who\u2019s looking for a cheap beater that I can have some fun in without worrying about going into massive debt if I F something up. (Sorry if this is the wrong sub, idk where else to post)","c_root_id_A":"fzgw873","c_root_id_B":"fzgqqwz","created_at_utc_A":1595900513,"created_at_utc_B":1595897377,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Local junkyards sometimes they get something that runs","human_ref_B":"Get a fuckin scooter or motorcycle at that price point.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3136.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hz156g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Where do I look to buy a shitbox, <$500, manual transmission car? I\u2019m a high schooler in Michigan who\u2019s looking for a cheap beater that I can have some fun in without worrying about going into massive debt if I F something up. (Sorry if this is the wrong sub, idk where else to post)","c_root_id_A":"fzgsx51","c_root_id_B":"fzgw873","created_at_utc_A":1595898611,"created_at_utc_B":1595900513,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Maybe post on the Woodward For Sale or Xceedspeed Facebook groups and see what people have.","human_ref_B":"Local junkyards sometimes they get something that runs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1902.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hvuo3w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"My last oil change was due in March, but I've barely driven with COVID. Do I need to change it? 2011 Subaru Legacy, second owner, no mechanical issues since I bought it in 2016.    I got my oil changed in December, at around 84k miles.  The sticker from the lube shop said it should come back in March or 87k miles.  It's late July and I've barely broken 85k since I've been working remote during the COVID crisis.  Do I need to get the oil changed ASAP or is it really closer to the 7500k mile interval like some sources say?","c_root_id_A":"fyvjkd1","c_root_id_B":"fyvkj3h","created_at_utc_A":1595428737,"created_at_utc_B":1595429239,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"It really depends. If they did full synthetic, then you should be perfectly fine for up to a year, or 7500 miles. I would err on the side of caution and do the oil change at 5k if the oil is regular\/non-synthetic.","human_ref_B":"I change my oil every 5000 miles or a year on full synthetic. It\u2019s a pretty simple job. I\u2019d pick up a good strap oil filter wrench and tackle it myself. At least in my area. Auto Parts stores are considered essential.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":502.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"hvuo3w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"My last oil change was due in March, but I've barely driven with COVID. Do I need to change it? 2011 Subaru Legacy, second owner, no mechanical issues since I bought it in 2016.    I got my oil changed in December, at around 84k miles.  The sticker from the lube shop said it should come back in March or 87k miles.  It's late July and I've barely broken 85k since I've been working remote during the COVID crisis.  Do I need to get the oil changed ASAP or is it really closer to the 7500k mile interval like some sources say?","c_root_id_A":"fywxtt5","c_root_id_B":"fyx2mnd","created_at_utc_A":1595452618,"created_at_utc_B":1595455083,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Like others have said, 3k is overkill, the shop is just milking you for easy money. 12mo\/5k is the safe general interval to go by. You are going to be fine in your case.","human_ref_B":"Id just pull the dipstick and if it's still golden or light brown don't change it, if it's dark brown or black then change it.  My philosophy with my truck is that I'd rather change the oil early and lose $30 of oil life than push it to the limit every time and have sticky valves down the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2465.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"f47xau","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Why do NASCAR engines make so much power NA? Yo guys, can someone please explain this to me. Why do NASCAR engines make so much power? SB2 was making around 900 hp NA. And that\u2019s a pushrod motor. Ford modular V8s are DOHC so they should breath much better but no. The best I\u2019ve ever found on the internet was 400whp for 4.6 NA and around 600 for 5.0 and 5.2. Those are V8s. Other stuff tends to be waaaay worse. Like those Lambo V12s in the Diablo and Murcielago. They ARE DOHC AND they DO rev up to 8000 rpm AND don\u2019t even hit 90 hp\/liter NA. Whereas Honda straight fours proudly hit 200hp\/liter NA AND they are street engines not race engines.  Like there is some secret thing that severely limits big street motors and  NASCAR engines don\u2019t have that thing.","c_root_id_A":"fhom7mi","c_root_id_B":"fhoojmn","created_at_utc_A":1581764351,"created_at_utc_B":1581767843,"score_A":32,"score_B":53,"human_ref_A":"Driveability, you dont wanna try and put around town with a full race engine. Daily use engines need to have good low end power and last hundreds of thousands of miles. Race stuff doesnt need that.","human_ref_B":"Air flow and rpm.   The cylinder head ports and valves are huge.   However, the big thing is rpm.  They run up to 9000 rpm. A street engine making 500ft-lbs at 6000rpm makes 571 hp. Make the same torque at around 9000rpm gets you to 900hp.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3492.0,"score_ratio":1.65625}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere56hm","c_root_id_B":"ere436t","created_at_utc_A":1560773950,"created_at_utc_B":1560772761,"score_A":43,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Me being a mechanic, it\u2019s kinda creepy having someone record you while you are working. If you don\u2019t trust your mechanic to the point you have your dash cam running, maybe you should find a mechanic you can trust...I\u2019m sure you wouldn\u2019t appreciate it if your boss recorded you working.   ..just my opinion tho","human_ref_B":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1189.0,"score_ratio":21.5}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere8hdq","c_root_id_B":"ere7rub","created_at_utc_A":1560777137,"created_at_utc_B":1560776492,"score_A":16,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The tech (or someone) probably didn't want to be on camera. While I can see why you're annoyed, I can understand why someone wouldn't want to be on camera given the choice. Some people complain about the littlest things and perhaps he wanted to spare himself the pain of that. Let's hope he wasn't planning on abusing the car in any way... It sure would have been smart of them to plug it back in when they were finished though!  If it were me, I wouldn't pursue the camera issue with the dealer. What I would do is arrange to show the dealer  the problem your experiencing yourself. It might be a pain because it sounds like you'll have to park the car there overnight and meet them in the morning, but that would be the best way to show them the problem since you know exactly how to reproduce it. Have the tech ride with you and show them how to reproduce it.  My own fun dashcam\/car dealer story: I drop my car off in the 7AM before work for a wheel bearing replacement under warranty. I return around 4PM *and still have to wait 45 minutes for them to finish it*. Their story was \"it was really suck on there.\" At the moment I thought that could have made some sense. It was a bolt on hub but they tend to get crusty and can be a bear to get unstuck. Out of curiosity I check my dashcam... I found they sat on the car until about 3PM... it took them 20-30 minutes to repair... then wait for the car wash kids to grab it... then wait for that... it was returned to me barely dry. Just another reason why I do as much of my own work as possible...  &#x200B;  Edit: wordz","human_ref_B":"There should be no reason they unplugged it  then. The ports only draw power or connect the radio to something. To mees with the obd there would have to be a plug into the information port thing.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":645.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere8hdq","c_root_id_B":"ere6ryi","created_at_utc_A":1560777137,"created_at_utc_B":1560775549,"score_A":16,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The tech (or someone) probably didn't want to be on camera. While I can see why you're annoyed, I can understand why someone wouldn't want to be on camera given the choice. Some people complain about the littlest things and perhaps he wanted to spare himself the pain of that. Let's hope he wasn't planning on abusing the car in any way... It sure would have been smart of them to plug it back in when they were finished though!  If it were me, I wouldn't pursue the camera issue with the dealer. What I would do is arrange to show the dealer  the problem your experiencing yourself. It might be a pain because it sounds like you'll have to park the car there overnight and meet them in the morning, but that would be the best way to show them the problem since you know exactly how to reproduce it. Have the tech ride with you and show them how to reproduce it.  My own fun dashcam\/car dealer story: I drop my car off in the 7AM before work for a wheel bearing replacement under warranty. I return around 4PM *and still have to wait 45 minutes for them to finish it*. Their story was \"it was really suck on there.\" At the moment I thought that could have made some sense. It was a bolt on hub but they tend to get crusty and can be a bear to get unstuck. Out of curiosity I check my dashcam... I found they sat on the car until about 3PM... it took them 20-30 minutes to repair... then wait for the car wash kids to grab it... then wait for that... it was returned to me barely dry. Just another reason why I do as much of my own work as possible...  &#x200B;  Edit: wordz","human_ref_B":"No technical or diagnostic reason that I can think of. I get not wanting to be recorded but that doesn't give you the right to unplug it, assuming OP is within his rights to be recording in the first place. I'd just mention to the service manager you didn't appreciate your dash cam being unplugged.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1588.0,"score_ratio":3.2}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere8hdq","c_root_id_B":"ere7q2k","created_at_utc_A":1560777137,"created_at_utc_B":1560776448,"score_A":16,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The tech (or someone) probably didn't want to be on camera. While I can see why you're annoyed, I can understand why someone wouldn't want to be on camera given the choice. Some people complain about the littlest things and perhaps he wanted to spare himself the pain of that. Let's hope he wasn't planning on abusing the car in any way... It sure would have been smart of them to plug it back in when they were finished though!  If it were me, I wouldn't pursue the camera issue with the dealer. What I would do is arrange to show the dealer  the problem your experiencing yourself. It might be a pain because it sounds like you'll have to park the car there overnight and meet them in the morning, but that would be the best way to show them the problem since you know exactly how to reproduce it. Have the tech ride with you and show them how to reproduce it.  My own fun dashcam\/car dealer story: I drop my car off in the 7AM before work for a wheel bearing replacement under warranty. I return around 4PM *and still have to wait 45 minutes for them to finish it*. Their story was \"it was really suck on there.\" At the moment I thought that could have made some sense. It was a bolt on hub but they tend to get crusty and can be a bear to get unstuck. Out of curiosity I check my dashcam... I found they sat on the car until about 3PM... it took them 20-30 minutes to repair... then wait for the car wash kids to grab it... then wait for that... it was returned to me barely dry. Just another reason why I do as much of my own work as possible...  &#x200B;  Edit: wordz","human_ref_B":"Dealership does this to me too. I have dash cams in all of my vehicles that turn on and off with the ignition. Camera is always unplugged when I get it back.   It was a big pain in the ass the first couple times because I wasn't expecting it to be unplugged. Ended up driving around without the cam recording for a while.  My feelings are, I installed a dash cam for a reason. It's to be recording at all operational times. If someone goes unplugging it semi regularly, that's just rude as hell.   I've been thinking about wiring it into a USB behind the radio, just so it can't be unplugged. I have the camera behind the rearview mirror, so I myself can't even really see it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":689.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere75zl","c_root_id_B":"ere8hdq","created_at_utc_A":1560775927,"created_at_utc_B":1560777137,"score_A":3,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Is there any way you could hardwire the camera to prevent this in the future?   FWIW, I have a dual channel cam that has the wiring concealed but easy to disconnect if you know where to go. My vehicle was in the shop for almost a week with a trans issue and it was never once disconnected. Also, when I worked at a dealership, technicians were told not to unplug cameras unless absolutely necessary.","human_ref_B":"The tech (or someone) probably didn't want to be on camera. While I can see why you're annoyed, I can understand why someone wouldn't want to be on camera given the choice. Some people complain about the littlest things and perhaps he wanted to spare himself the pain of that. Let's hope he wasn't planning on abusing the car in any way... It sure would have been smart of them to plug it back in when they were finished though!  If it were me, I wouldn't pursue the camera issue with the dealer. What I would do is arrange to show the dealer  the problem your experiencing yourself. It might be a pain because it sounds like you'll have to park the car there overnight and meet them in the morning, but that would be the best way to show them the problem since you know exactly how to reproduce it. Have the tech ride with you and show them how to reproduce it.  My own fun dashcam\/car dealer story: I drop my car off in the 7AM before work for a wheel bearing replacement under warranty. I return around 4PM *and still have to wait 45 minutes for them to finish it*. Their story was \"it was really suck on there.\" At the moment I thought that could have made some sense. It was a bolt on hub but they tend to get crusty and can be a bear to get unstuck. Out of curiosity I check my dashcam... I found they sat on the car until about 3PM... it took them 20-30 minutes to repair... then wait for the car wash kids to grab it... then wait for that... it was returned to me barely dry. Just another reason why I do as much of my own work as possible...  &#x200B;  Edit: wordz","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1210.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere8hdq","c_root_id_B":"ere436t","created_at_utc_A":1560777137,"created_at_utc_B":1560772761,"score_A":16,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The tech (or someone) probably didn't want to be on camera. While I can see why you're annoyed, I can understand why someone wouldn't want to be on camera given the choice. Some people complain about the littlest things and perhaps he wanted to spare himself the pain of that. Let's hope he wasn't planning on abusing the car in any way... It sure would have been smart of them to plug it back in when they were finished though!  If it were me, I wouldn't pursue the camera issue with the dealer. What I would do is arrange to show the dealer  the problem your experiencing yourself. It might be a pain because it sounds like you'll have to park the car there overnight and meet them in the morning, but that would be the best way to show them the problem since you know exactly how to reproduce it. Have the tech ride with you and show them how to reproduce it.  My own fun dashcam\/car dealer story: I drop my car off in the 7AM before work for a wheel bearing replacement under warranty. I return around 4PM *and still have to wait 45 minutes for them to finish it*. Their story was \"it was really suck on there.\" At the moment I thought that could have made some sense. It was a bolt on hub but they tend to get crusty and can be a bear to get unstuck. Out of curiosity I check my dashcam... I found they sat on the car until about 3PM... it took them 20-30 minutes to repair... then wait for the car wash kids to grab it... then wait for that... it was returned to me barely dry. Just another reason why I do as much of my own work as possible...  &#x200B;  Edit: wordz","human_ref_B":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4376.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere6ryi","c_root_id_B":"ere7rub","created_at_utc_A":1560775549,"created_at_utc_B":1560776492,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"No technical or diagnostic reason that I can think of. I get not wanting to be recorded but that doesn't give you the right to unplug it, assuming OP is within his rights to be recording in the first place. I'd just mention to the service manager you didn't appreciate your dash cam being unplugged.","human_ref_B":"There should be no reason they unplugged it  then. The ports only draw power or connect the radio to something. To mees with the obd there would have to be a plug into the information port thing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":943.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere7rub","c_root_id_B":"ere7q2k","created_at_utc_A":1560776492,"created_at_utc_B":1560776448,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"There should be no reason they unplugged it  then. The ports only draw power or connect the radio to something. To mees with the obd there would have to be a plug into the information port thing.","human_ref_B":"Dealership does this to me too. I have dash cams in all of my vehicles that turn on and off with the ignition. Camera is always unplugged when I get it back.   It was a big pain in the ass the first couple times because I wasn't expecting it to be unplugged. Ended up driving around without the cam recording for a while.  My feelings are, I installed a dash cam for a reason. It's to be recording at all operational times. If someone goes unplugging it semi regularly, that's just rude as hell.   I've been thinking about wiring it into a USB behind the radio, just so it can't be unplugged. I have the camera behind the rearview mirror, so I myself can't even really see it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":44.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere7rub","c_root_id_B":"ere75zl","created_at_utc_A":1560776492,"created_at_utc_B":1560775927,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"There should be no reason they unplugged it  then. The ports only draw power or connect the radio to something. To mees with the obd there would have to be a plug into the information port thing.","human_ref_B":"Is there any way you could hardwire the camera to prevent this in the future?   FWIW, I have a dual channel cam that has the wiring concealed but easy to disconnect if you know where to go. My vehicle was in the shop for almost a week with a trans issue and it was never once disconnected. Also, when I worked at a dealership, technicians were told not to unplug cameras unless absolutely necessary.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":565.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere7rub","c_root_id_B":"ere436t","created_at_utc_A":1560776492,"created_at_utc_B":1560772761,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"There should be no reason they unplugged it  then. The ports only draw power or connect the radio to something. To mees with the obd there would have to be a plug into the information port thing.","human_ref_B":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3731.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"erexqeq","c_root_id_B":"ere7q2k","created_at_utc_A":1560795303,"created_at_utc_B":1560776448,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"A lot of mechanics on here are getting butt sore, because you know they are the ones who go and tear it up in customers cars too. OP, don\u2019t let them get in your mind. You have every right to be upset if they abused your car during a joy ride","human_ref_B":"Dealership does this to me too. I have dash cams in all of my vehicles that turn on and off with the ignition. Camera is always unplugged when I get it back.   It was a big pain in the ass the first couple times because I wasn't expecting it to be unplugged. Ended up driving around without the cam recording for a while.  My feelings are, I installed a dash cam for a reason. It's to be recording at all operational times. If someone goes unplugging it semi regularly, that's just rude as hell.   I've been thinking about wiring it into a USB behind the radio, just so it can't be unplugged. I have the camera behind the rearview mirror, so I myself can't even really see it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18855.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"erexqeq","c_root_id_B":"ere75zl","created_at_utc_A":1560795303,"created_at_utc_B":1560775927,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A lot of mechanics on here are getting butt sore, because you know they are the ones who go and tear it up in customers cars too. OP, don\u2019t let them get in your mind. You have every right to be upset if they abused your car during a joy ride","human_ref_B":"Is there any way you could hardwire the camera to prevent this in the future?   FWIW, I have a dual channel cam that has the wiring concealed but easy to disconnect if you know where to go. My vehicle was in the shop for almost a week with a trans issue and it was never once disconnected. Also, when I worked at a dealership, technicians were told not to unplug cameras unless absolutely necessary.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19376.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"erexqeq","c_root_id_B":"ere436t","created_at_utc_A":1560795303,"created_at_utc_B":1560772761,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A lot of mechanics on here are getting butt sore, because you know they are the ones who go and tear it up in customers cars too. OP, don\u2019t let them get in your mind. You have every right to be upset if they abused your car during a joy ride","human_ref_B":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22542.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere6ryi","c_root_id_B":"ere436t","created_at_utc_A":1560775549,"created_at_utc_B":1560772761,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"No technical or diagnostic reason that I can think of. I get not wanting to be recorded but that doesn't give you the right to unplug it, assuming OP is within his rights to be recording in the first place. I'd just mention to the service manager you didn't appreciate your dash cam being unplugged.","human_ref_B":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2788.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere7q2k","c_root_id_B":"ere75zl","created_at_utc_A":1560776448,"created_at_utc_B":1560775927,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Dealership does this to me too. I have dash cams in all of my vehicles that turn on and off with the ignition. Camera is always unplugged when I get it back.   It was a big pain in the ass the first couple times because I wasn't expecting it to be unplugged. Ended up driving around without the cam recording for a while.  My feelings are, I installed a dash cam for a reason. It's to be recording at all operational times. If someone goes unplugging it semi regularly, that's just rude as hell.   I've been thinking about wiring it into a USB behind the radio, just so it can't be unplugged. I have the camera behind the rearview mirror, so I myself can't even really see it.","human_ref_B":"Is there any way you could hardwire the camera to prevent this in the future?   FWIW, I have a dual channel cam that has the wiring concealed but easy to disconnect if you know where to go. My vehicle was in the shop for almost a week with a trans issue and it was never once disconnected. Also, when I worked at a dealership, technicians were told not to unplug cameras unless absolutely necessary.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":521.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere436t","c_root_id_B":"ere7q2k","created_at_utc_A":1560772761,"created_at_utc_B":1560776448,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","human_ref_B":"Dealership does this to me too. I have dash cams in all of my vehicles that turn on and off with the ignition. Camera is always unplugged when I get it back.   It was a big pain in the ass the first couple times because I wasn't expecting it to be unplugged. Ended up driving around without the cam recording for a while.  My feelings are, I installed a dash cam for a reason. It's to be recording at all operational times. If someone goes unplugging it semi regularly, that's just rude as hell.   I've been thinking about wiring it into a USB behind the radio, just so it can't be unplugged. I have the camera behind the rearview mirror, so I myself can't even really see it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3687.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"ere436t","c_root_id_B":"ere75zl","created_at_utc_A":1560772761,"created_at_utc_B":1560775927,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","human_ref_B":"Is there any way you could hardwire the camera to prevent this in the future?   FWIW, I have a dual channel cam that has the wiring concealed but easy to disconnect if you know where to go. My vehicle was in the shop for almost a week with a trans issue and it was never once disconnected. Also, when I worked at a dealership, technicians were told not to unplug cameras unless absolutely necessary.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3166.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"c1mkq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Any legitimate reason for the mechanic to unplug dashcam for a clutch\/transmission issue? Brought my car into the dealership because my clutch has been whining following cold start. They were unable to replicate, due to not doing what I told them, so that's a bust anyway.  But.  I have a dashcam that plugs into a USB port for power and after getting the car back, found that it had been unplugged. After reviewing footage I found that they did a piss-poor recreation of what I told them were the conditions it could be initiated, the tech said nothing was wrong, the car was pulled into their car wash for an end-of-service cleaning, the dashcam was unplugged and then 2 miles were put on the clock.  I drive a sports car and besides insurance purposes, I like having the cam to see what the mechanics do to my car. I don't begrudge them a fun test drive, but I want to make sure they aren't abusing it either.  Any legitimate reason they would have unplugged this before I get more annoyed than I currently am? For clarification I do not believe they ran a diagnostic using an OBD reader if that has any bearing on plugged in items or power.","c_root_id_A":"erfcjl1","c_root_id_B":"ere436t","created_at_utc_A":1560805136,"created_at_utc_B":1560772761,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I watched a mechanic raise my vehicle up to change the oil.  He left vehicle raised up for at least an hour and never walked under vehicle.  Let it down and drove it around for me to pickup.  I told him I watched him not change my oil.  He claimed he did.  We went to vehicle and I pulled out dipstick and was not only was the oil well below fill line it was dirty af.  He then claimed he was busy and got mixed up.  Since then I won\u2019t take my vehicle to a shop that doesn\u2019t have a clear view of my vehicle while being worked on.","human_ref_B":"Is it a built in cam like the corvettes or an external one?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32375.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6y2axm","c_root_id_B":"d6y0ew8","created_at_utc_A":1472247172,"created_at_utc_B":1472244505,"score_A":14,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"One running porsche 928 - 3200 lbs  Parts to keep it running - 6800 lbs","human_ref_B":"Lamborghini Aventador SV (3472 lbs) Pagan Huayra (2980 lbs) Ferrari LaFerrari (3495 lbs) 53 lbs of cash leftover for eventual breakdowns, in hundreds. (Roughly 2.4 million US dollars)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2667.0,"score_ratio":1.2727272727}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6y0qbj","c_root_id_B":"d6y2axm","created_at_utc_A":1472244936,"created_at_utc_B":1472247172,"score_A":7,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"4 miatas duh.","human_ref_B":"One running porsche 928 - 3200 lbs  Parts to keep it running - 6800 lbs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2236.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6y2axm","c_root_id_B":"d6xzfdn","created_at_utc_A":1472247172,"created_at_utc_B":1472243155,"score_A":14,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"One running porsche 928 - 3200 lbs  Parts to keep it running - 6800 lbs","human_ref_B":"Porsche Cayenne Turbo (4,817 lbs) [2189 kg]   Porsche 911 GT3 RS (3,150 lbs) [1431 kg]   Lancia Stratos Group 4 (1,940 lbs) [882 kg]    Total: 9,907 lbs [4503 kg]","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4017.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6y2axm","c_root_id_B":"d6y0qol","created_at_utc_A":1472247172,"created_at_utc_B":1472244950,"score_A":14,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"One running porsche 928 - 3200 lbs  Parts to keep it running - 6800 lbs","human_ref_B":"A  One:1 weight 1360 kgs ford gt 1520 kgs a 93 mustang because I love foxbodies lol 1247 kgs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2222.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6y0ew8","c_root_id_B":"d6xzfdn","created_at_utc_A":1472244505,"created_at_utc_B":1472243155,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Lamborghini Aventador SV (3472 lbs) Pagan Huayra (2980 lbs) Ferrari LaFerrari (3495 lbs) 53 lbs of cash leftover for eventual breakdowns, in hundreds. (Roughly 2.4 million US dollars)","human_ref_B":"Porsche Cayenne Turbo (4,817 lbs) [2189 kg]   Porsche 911 GT3 RS (3,150 lbs) [1431 kg]   Lancia Stratos Group 4 (1,940 lbs) [882 kg]    Total: 9,907 lbs [4503 kg]","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1350.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6y0qbj","c_root_id_B":"d6xzfdn","created_at_utc_A":1472244936,"created_at_utc_B":1472243155,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"4 miatas duh.","human_ref_B":"Porsche Cayenne Turbo (4,817 lbs) [2189 kg]   Porsche 911 GT3 RS (3,150 lbs) [1431 kg]   Lancia Stratos Group 4 (1,940 lbs) [882 kg]    Total: 9,907 lbs [4503 kg]","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1781.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4zqdfr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.98,"history":"[Friday Sticky] You have 10,000lbs (4536kg) to spend on cars. What are your choices? ND Miata weights 2,332 lbs (1,058 kg), you can choose 4 Miatas if you want \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","c_root_id_A":"d6xzfdn","c_root_id_B":"d6y0qol","created_at_utc_A":1472243155,"created_at_utc_B":1472244950,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Porsche Cayenne Turbo (4,817 lbs) [2189 kg]   Porsche 911 GT3 RS (3,150 lbs) [1431 kg]   Lancia Stratos Group 4 (1,940 lbs) [882 kg]    Total: 9,907 lbs [4503 kg]","human_ref_B":"A  One:1 weight 1360 kgs ford gt 1520 kgs a 93 mustang because I love foxbodies lol 1247 kgs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1795.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"4v954m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Friday Garage Funnies: What is your best car-related TIFU story? *Hint hint: don't take any of this as advice!!!*","c_root_id_A":"d5wn518","c_root_id_B":"d5wurmq","created_at_utc_A":1469839750,"created_at_utc_B":1469854279,"score_A":7,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Did a wheel bearing and oil change on my roommate's 99 Maxima. Drained the oil while I had it in the air, did the wheel bearing, forgot to put the oil back in. The 3 day $500 oil change.  I no longer do oil changes for anyone.   http:\/\/imgur.com\/HhID1xG","human_ref_B":"So I have this 91 turbo mr2. I'm in love with it. I spun a rod bearing. I have the factory service manuals so I take it upon myself to rebuild the engine. I also rebuild the transmission while it's out. Upgrade the synchros, rebuild the engine. Everything is great. I've got basically a brand new car that I built myself. The passenger window won't roll down at the end of it all. I spent 3 days diagnosing the electrical system. Called a friend over because I needed an extra set of eyes to help fix this. My boy showed up, fiddled with it for 10 seconds, and the window miraculously went down. I look over and he's laughing so hard that he couldn't breathe. My window lock was on. I can rebuild a 3sgte, but a window lock button was witchcraft apparently.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14529.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4v954m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Friday Garage Funnies: What is your best car-related TIFU story? *Hint hint: don't take any of this as advice!!!*","c_root_id_A":"d5wxre7","c_root_id_B":"d5x2jss","created_at_utc_A":1469861755,"created_at_utc_B":1469878931,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I drained the transmission oil out of our LeMons car instead of the engine oil.  In my defense, it's a 1950 Dodge pickup, and everything but the bodywork is made of giant slabs of rusty cast iron, so I couldn't really tell where the engine ended and the transmission started.","human_ref_B":"My 2nd car was a 88 Fox Wagon . I drove that car hard and fast and generally abused the shit out of it. I lived in the mountains at the time and theres this spot on one of the roads, Rose Hill IIRC, which if you're going fast enough is a ridiculously fun and stupidly dangerous jump. I hit it at about 50 and upon landing all my rusty ass exhaust manifold bolts stretch and\/or broke and the manifold itself basically fell apart and ripped a fuel line. I drove about a mile and a half with flame licking up around the edges of the engine bay. Pull into the fire department screaming for help and jumping around like a retard. They put it out, I walked down the street to Car Quest and got some fuel line and hooked it back up and drove it home. She sounded like a Mac truck for a couple weeks.  I didn't realize it at the time but it broke my battery strap too and a couple days later I pulled into a parking lot and as I'm walking away I smell burning. Come back to the car and theres a little tiny flame shooting out of one corner of the hood. Not a gap between the hood and fender, literally through the hood, about the size of a pilot light and theres a black bubbling circle of paint expanding around the hood. I popped the hood as fast as I could and levered it open and the battery is on fucking fire, big time. I ran into the KMart and ripped an extinguisher off the wall and ran back with the staff yelling at me and put the fire out. 100 bucks for the extinguisher (fucking robbery) and I got it towed home.  So time finally comes I'm going to replace the header and electrical cables and some other shit that burned or was damaged, my dad is helping me out. I didn't pay much attention to what my dad was doing because he taught me everything I knew at this point so I just deferred to his expertise in most things. Turns out he routed the negative cable wrong and the wire was touching the exhaust. I got about two more days out of it before there was another engine fire. Same parking lot, fortunately I had my own extinguisher this time.  So for a while there the cops and Fire Dep knew me as the guy with the forest green Fox thats usually on FUCKING FIRE!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17176.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"y2apum","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I won't need my car for about 2 years. What's the best thing I can do with it? Hi all, I have a 2003 Lexus LS430 in fair shape. I'm in a living situation where my need for driving is becoming pretty low, to the point where I'm reviewing the money I'm spending on the car and if it makes more sense to sell it. It does need about $2k-$3k of maintenance work done, and I've been holding off while I think about this.   As I see it, I have a couple options   1) Don't change a thing, keep paying insurance and registration. Get the maintenance done.   2) Sell the car (KBB says $1k - $3k). Stop paying insurance and registration.   3) \"Decommission\" the car. Stop paying insurance for the time being.  The main reason I'm considering option 3 is because, if my living situation changes and I suddenly need a car, it will be so much cheaper to get my car running than it would be to buy a new car. What do you all think? Are there things I'm not considering with these options? Let me know, please!","c_root_id_A":"is1ugha","c_root_id_B":"is214sr","created_at_utc_A":1665598373,"created_at_utc_B":1665600971,"score_A":12,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"Best thing for a car is not to store it.  Start it and drive it once a month for at least 20 minutes.  If that is not possible, then fill the tank with fuel and disconnect the battery.  Store indoors if possible.  Periodically check on the car to make sure that the tires are aired up.  If rodents are potentially a problem, then put traps in the car and check every week.","human_ref_B":"KBB says $4K-$7K, Good condition, 160K miles...  We had a 1990 LS400 that we drove for 18 years and 230,000 miles.  It was in good, original condition until it was sideswiped.  Had two repairs in its life; power steering vacuum valve at $200 and AC compressor at $1,300. was running \"like new\".  If your LS is anything like ours, in this market, try for $7,500.  If the cosmetics are good then add a grand or two.  These cars are beasts and can easily take you to 400,000 miles.  SELL IT NOW!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2598.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"y2apum","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I won't need my car for about 2 years. What's the best thing I can do with it? Hi all, I have a 2003 Lexus LS430 in fair shape. I'm in a living situation where my need for driving is becoming pretty low, to the point where I'm reviewing the money I'm spending on the car and if it makes more sense to sell it. It does need about $2k-$3k of maintenance work done, and I've been holding off while I think about this.   As I see it, I have a couple options   1) Don't change a thing, keep paying insurance and registration. Get the maintenance done.   2) Sell the car (KBB says $1k - $3k). Stop paying insurance and registration.   3) \"Decommission\" the car. Stop paying insurance for the time being.  The main reason I'm considering option 3 is because, if my living situation changes and I suddenly need a car, it will be so much cheaper to get my car running than it would be to buy a new car. What do you all think? Are there things I'm not considering with these options? Let me know, please!","c_root_id_A":"is214sr","c_root_id_B":"is20w0m","created_at_utc_A":1665600971,"created_at_utc_B":1665600876,"score_A":28,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"KBB says $4K-$7K, Good condition, 160K miles...  We had a 1990 LS400 that we drove for 18 years and 230,000 miles.  It was in good, original condition until it was sideswiped.  Had two repairs in its life; power steering vacuum valve at $200 and AC compressor at $1,300. was running \"like new\".  If your LS is anything like ours, in this market, try for $7,500.  If the cosmetics are good then add a grand or two.  These cars are beasts and can easily take you to 400,000 miles.  SELL IT NOW!","human_ref_B":"Best thing would be option 3.  It requires off-street parking, though, as you can't park it on a public street with no tags. Some apartment complexes\/HOAs can be dicks about it even on private property.  You can Google procedures for long term storage to preserve the tires, treat the gas, and so on, but the very best thing you could do is ask or pay a family member to start and run the car for 20 minutes at least once a month.  Drive it a foot forward or back each time so the tires don't deform in one spot.  Maybe do it on the first of the month or something so it becomes habit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":95.0,"score_ratio":9.3333333333}
{"post_id":"y2apum","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I won't need my car for about 2 years. What's the best thing I can do with it? Hi all, I have a 2003 Lexus LS430 in fair shape. I'm in a living situation where my need for driving is becoming pretty low, to the point where I'm reviewing the money I'm spending on the car and if it makes more sense to sell it. It does need about $2k-$3k of maintenance work done, and I've been holding off while I think about this.   As I see it, I have a couple options   1) Don't change a thing, keep paying insurance and registration. Get the maintenance done.   2) Sell the car (KBB says $1k - $3k). Stop paying insurance and registration.   3) \"Decommission\" the car. Stop paying insurance for the time being.  The main reason I'm considering option 3 is because, if my living situation changes and I suddenly need a car, it will be so much cheaper to get my car running than it would be to buy a new car. What do you all think? Are there things I'm not considering with these options? Let me know, please!","c_root_id_A":"is21gx6","c_root_id_B":"is20w0m","created_at_utc_A":1665601102,"created_at_utc_B":1665600876,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Decommission it. That Lexus is a VERY nice car that you ALREADY own. I'd get the maintenance done now and then park it. So if you ever need a car in a flash it's there. Just drive it periodically to keep it from 'falling asleep'.","human_ref_B":"Best thing would be option 3.  It requires off-street parking, though, as you can't park it on a public street with no tags. Some apartment complexes\/HOAs can be dicks about it even on private property.  You can Google procedures for long term storage to preserve the tires, treat the gas, and so on, but the very best thing you could do is ask or pay a family member to start and run the car for 20 minutes at least once a month.  Drive it a foot forward or back each time so the tires don't deform in one spot.  Maybe do it on the first of the month or something so it becomes habit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":226.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse4seb","c_root_id_B":"hsdlw7n","created_at_utc_A":1642018138,"created_at_utc_B":1642011017,"score_A":14,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I loved that Toyota 4x4 pick up that Michael J Fox drove in Back to the Future....currently have a  2015 Tacoma access cab 4x4.","human_ref_B":"dodge viper was my dream car (not any more) , and I currently got a ls430","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7121.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsdqo02","c_root_id_B":"hse4seb","created_at_utc_A":1642012786,"created_at_utc_B":1642018138,"score_A":11,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Mustang. Mustang.","human_ref_B":"I loved that Toyota 4x4 pick up that Michael J Fox drove in Back to the Future....currently have a  2015 Tacoma access cab 4x4.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5352.0,"score_ratio":1.2727272727}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse4seb","c_root_id_B":"hse3ypf","created_at_utc_A":1642018138,"created_at_utc_B":1642017826,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I loved that Toyota 4x4 pick up that Michael J Fox drove in Back to the Future....currently have a  2015 Tacoma access cab 4x4.","human_ref_B":"Dream car as a kid: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback  Current car: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS  Dream car as an adult: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a Nissan Skyline R34 (can't decide on GTS-T or GT-R)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":312.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse49n3","c_root_id_B":"hse4seb","created_at_utc_A":1642017939,"created_at_utc_B":1642018138,"score_A":4,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"corvette c6 was my dream car as a kid, i used to have one but now i have a corvette c7","human_ref_B":"I loved that Toyota 4x4 pick up that Michael J Fox drove in Back to the Future....currently have a  2015 Tacoma access cab 4x4.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":199.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse4seb","c_root_id_B":"hsdt70a","created_at_utc_A":1642018138,"created_at_utc_B":1642013727,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I loved that Toyota 4x4 pick up that Michael J Fox drove in Back to the Future....currently have a  2015 Tacoma access cab 4x4.","human_ref_B":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4411.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse5yp0","c_root_id_B":"hse3ypf","created_at_utc_A":1642018582,"created_at_utc_B":1642017826,"score_A":10,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"My dream was a Lamborghini Countach in the 80s, had a poster, model kit, toys. now I drive a Dodge Challenger","human_ref_B":"Dream car as a kid: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback  Current car: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS  Dream car as an adult: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a Nissan Skyline R34 (can't decide on GTS-T or GT-R)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":756.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse49n3","c_root_id_B":"hse5yp0","created_at_utc_A":1642017939,"created_at_utc_B":1642018582,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"corvette c6 was my dream car as a kid, i used to have one but now i have a corvette c7","human_ref_B":"My dream was a Lamborghini Countach in the 80s, had a poster, model kit, toys. now I drive a Dodge Challenger","labels":0,"seconds_difference":643.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsdt70a","c_root_id_B":"hse5yp0","created_at_utc_A":1642013727,"created_at_utc_B":1642018582,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","human_ref_B":"My dream was a Lamborghini Countach in the 80s, had a poster, model kit, toys. now I drive a Dodge Challenger","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4855.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsewek6","c_root_id_B":"hse3ypf","created_at_utc_A":1642028539,"created_at_utc_B":1642017826,"score_A":10,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","human_ref_B":"Dream car as a kid: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback  Current car: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS  Dream car as an adult: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a Nissan Skyline R34 (can't decide on GTS-T or GT-R)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10713.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseiusk","c_root_id_B":"hsewek6","created_at_utc_A":1642023305,"created_at_utc_B":1642028539,"score_A":8,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I wanted an El Camino so bad, black with white stripes. V8 and I could toss my bmx bike in the back, perfect. Now I daily a Focus RS and rallyx an 05 330i. Definitely a different direction, but I'm happy. Might still do the El Camino in the future but I feel like it will be a 'never meet your heroes' situation. I think I care about handling too much to go with a muscle car now.","human_ref_B":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5234.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseqqjd","c_root_id_B":"hsewek6","created_at_utc_A":1642026307,"created_at_utc_B":1642028539,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","human_ref_B":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2232.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsewek6","c_root_id_B":"hse49n3","created_at_utc_A":1642028539,"created_at_utc_B":1642017939,"score_A":10,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","human_ref_B":"corvette c6 was my dream car as a kid, i used to have one but now i have a corvette c7","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10600.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsdt70a","c_root_id_B":"hsewek6","created_at_utc_A":1642013727,"created_at_utc_B":1642028539,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","human_ref_B":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14812.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsed2lo","c_root_id_B":"hsewek6","created_at_utc_A":1642021200,"created_at_utc_B":1642028539,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Generally I liked hot hatches or Porsches as a kid. Porsche is out of the table but I have a Opel Corsa OPC (or Vauxhall VXR if you're from the UK) and I'm pretty happy with it. It's sporty and loud enough to keep me entertained.","human_ref_B":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7339.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsefw5c","c_root_id_B":"hsewek6","created_at_utc_A":1642022224,"created_at_utc_B":1642028539,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"39 here, My dream car was a 67 Mustang and also a C3 Corvette when I was a kid and I never got it, Current family car is a \u201819 Navigator L and my fun car is a \u201817 Corvette GS, my CURRENT dream car is a \u201823 C8 Z06 and will take delivery this year sometime.","human_ref_B":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6315.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsewek6","c_root_id_B":"hseljxd","created_at_utc_A":1642028539,"created_at_utc_B":1642024308,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","human_ref_B":"BMW M3, Honda Civic Type R. No longer a fan of BMW","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4231.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsewek6","c_root_id_B":"hsep0un","created_at_utc_A":1642028539,"created_at_utc_B":1642025642,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","human_ref_B":"I (30) knew jack-shit about cars all the way up until I got my first car a week before turning 19.   The car I drive now is a 2015 Honda Accord. I don't really have a dream car. If I had all the money in the world, my guess is that I would be driving a fancier version of what I'm driving now. xD","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2897.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseed2l","c_root_id_B":"hsewek6","created_at_utc_A":1642021669,"created_at_utc_B":1642028539,"score_A":2,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","human_ref_B":"Audi R8 (bc Tony Stark), got a 1999 Volvo s90 now","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6870.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsdt70a","c_root_id_B":"hse3ypf","created_at_utc_A":1642013727,"created_at_utc_B":1642017826,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","human_ref_B":"Dream car as a kid: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback  Current car: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS  Dream car as an adult: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z\/28 **or** a Nissan Skyline R34 (can't decide on GTS-T or GT-R)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4099.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse49n3","c_root_id_B":"hseiusk","created_at_utc_A":1642017939,"created_at_utc_B":1642023305,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"corvette c6 was my dream car as a kid, i used to have one but now i have a corvette c7","human_ref_B":"I wanted an El Camino so bad, black with white stripes. V8 and I could toss my bmx bike in the back, perfect. Now I daily a Focus RS and rallyx an 05 330i. Definitely a different direction, but I'm happy. Might still do the El Camino in the future but I feel like it will be a 'never meet your heroes' situation. I think I care about handling too much to go with a muscle car now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5366.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseiusk","c_root_id_B":"hsdt70a","created_at_utc_A":1642023305,"created_at_utc_B":1642013727,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I wanted an El Camino so bad, black with white stripes. V8 and I could toss my bmx bike in the back, perfect. Now I daily a Focus RS and rallyx an 05 330i. Definitely a different direction, but I'm happy. Might still do the El Camino in the future but I feel like it will be a 'never meet your heroes' situation. I think I care about handling too much to go with a muscle car now.","human_ref_B":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9578.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsed2lo","c_root_id_B":"hseiusk","created_at_utc_A":1642021200,"created_at_utc_B":1642023305,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Generally I liked hot hatches or Porsches as a kid. Porsche is out of the table but I have a Opel Corsa OPC (or Vauxhall VXR if you're from the UK) and I'm pretty happy with it. It's sporty and loud enough to keep me entertained.","human_ref_B":"I wanted an El Camino so bad, black with white stripes. V8 and I could toss my bmx bike in the back, perfect. Now I daily a Focus RS and rallyx an 05 330i. Definitely a different direction, but I'm happy. Might still do the El Camino in the future but I feel like it will be a 'never meet your heroes' situation. I think I care about handling too much to go with a muscle car now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2105.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseiusk","c_root_id_B":"hsefw5c","created_at_utc_A":1642023305,"created_at_utc_B":1642022224,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I wanted an El Camino so bad, black with white stripes. V8 and I could toss my bmx bike in the back, perfect. Now I daily a Focus RS and rallyx an 05 330i. Definitely a different direction, but I'm happy. Might still do the El Camino in the future but I feel like it will be a 'never meet your heroes' situation. I think I care about handling too much to go with a muscle car now.","human_ref_B":"39 here, My dream car was a 67 Mustang and also a C3 Corvette when I was a kid and I never got it, Current family car is a \u201819 Navigator L and my fun car is a \u201817 Corvette GS, my CURRENT dream car is a \u201823 C8 Z06 and will take delivery this year sometime.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1081.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseiusk","c_root_id_B":"hseed2l","created_at_utc_A":1642023305,"created_at_utc_B":1642021669,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I wanted an El Camino so bad, black with white stripes. V8 and I could toss my bmx bike in the back, perfect. Now I daily a Focus RS and rallyx an 05 330i. Definitely a different direction, but I'm happy. Might still do the El Camino in the future but I feel like it will be a 'never meet your heroes' situation. I think I care about handling too much to go with a muscle car now.","human_ref_B":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1636.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hse49n3","c_root_id_B":"hseqqjd","created_at_utc_A":1642017939,"created_at_utc_B":1642026307,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"corvette c6 was my dream car as a kid, i used to have one but now i have a corvette c7","human_ref_B":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8368.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseqqjd","c_root_id_B":"hsdt70a","created_at_utc_A":1642026307,"created_at_utc_B":1642013727,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","human_ref_B":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12580.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsed2lo","c_root_id_B":"hseqqjd","created_at_utc_A":1642021200,"created_at_utc_B":1642026307,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Generally I liked hot hatches or Porsches as a kid. Porsche is out of the table but I have a Opel Corsa OPC (or Vauxhall VXR if you're from the UK) and I'm pretty happy with it. It's sporty and loud enough to keep me entertained.","human_ref_B":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5107.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsefw5c","c_root_id_B":"hseqqjd","created_at_utc_A":1642022224,"created_at_utc_B":1642026307,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"39 here, My dream car was a 67 Mustang and also a C3 Corvette when I was a kid and I never got it, Current family car is a \u201819 Navigator L and my fun car is a \u201817 Corvette GS, my CURRENT dream car is a \u201823 C8 Z06 and will take delivery this year sometime.","human_ref_B":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4083.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseljxd","c_root_id_B":"hseqqjd","created_at_utc_A":1642024308,"created_at_utc_B":1642026307,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"BMW M3, Honda Civic Type R. No longer a fan of BMW","human_ref_B":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1999.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsep0un","c_root_id_B":"hseqqjd","created_at_utc_A":1642025642,"created_at_utc_B":1642026307,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I (30) knew jack-shit about cars all the way up until I got my first car a week before turning 19.   The car I drive now is a 2015 Honda Accord. I don't really have a dream car. If I had all the money in the world, my guess is that I would be driving a fancier version of what I'm driving now. xD","human_ref_B":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":665.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseqqjd","c_root_id_B":"hseed2l","created_at_utc_A":1642026307,"created_at_utc_B":1642021669,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"1989 Pontiac Trans am GTA was my Dream Car and I purchased a 1989 GTA as my first car and still own it 16 years later. I love that car","human_ref_B":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4638.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsdt70a","c_root_id_B":"hse49n3","created_at_utc_A":1642013727,"created_at_utc_B":1642017939,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","human_ref_B":"corvette c6 was my dream car as a kid, i used to have one but now i have a corvette c7","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4212.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsdt70a","c_root_id_B":"hsf2x6a","created_at_utc_A":1642013727,"created_at_utc_B":1642031222,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"There were many many dreamcars. But the ones I remember the most is 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop, 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda. Now I have a 1971 VW 1302S, a 1963 VW 1200, a 1973 VW Transporter and a 1979 Mercedes 230 W123. I am currently saving up for something american, and hope to make it happen this year. But it will probably be something cheap and less exciting, like a Plymouth Valiant or similar. As I get older my preferences are getting more and more boring. Suddenly the cars that were everywhere back in the day are super interesting.","human_ref_B":"Kid in the late 80s, teenager in the 90s. Of course a Lambo was my dream car (Countach and Diablo). I also had a strange attraction to Lotus Esprit in the early 90s. Had a poster of one on my wall and everything. Those are actually attainable for me now, I've looked into buying one. I just don't think I need the maintenance headache though, however cool it might be to drive.  I own a lot of cars. Can't seem to pass up a good deal. I pay for it though because I always, *always* have a car that needs to be fixed. Most of the time I fart around in a Honda Fit Sport because it's a little bit fun to drive, it's practical and decent on gas mileage. Not gonna list all of my cars because I'm a car hoarder. They're not awesome anyway and it would sound like I'm bragging about owning old junk.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17495.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsed2lo","c_root_id_B":"hsf2x6a","created_at_utc_A":1642021200,"created_at_utc_B":1642031222,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Generally I liked hot hatches or Porsches as a kid. Porsche is out of the table but I have a Opel Corsa OPC (or Vauxhall VXR if you're from the UK) and I'm pretty happy with it. It's sporty and loud enough to keep me entertained.","human_ref_B":"Kid in the late 80s, teenager in the 90s. Of course a Lambo was my dream car (Countach and Diablo). I also had a strange attraction to Lotus Esprit in the early 90s. Had a poster of one on my wall and everything. Those are actually attainable for me now, I've looked into buying one. I just don't think I need the maintenance headache though, however cool it might be to drive.  I own a lot of cars. Can't seem to pass up a good deal. I pay for it though because I always, *always* have a car that needs to be fixed. Most of the time I fart around in a Honda Fit Sport because it's a little bit fun to drive, it's practical and decent on gas mileage. Not gonna list all of my cars because I'm a car hoarder. They're not awesome anyway and it would sound like I'm bragging about owning old junk.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10022.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsefw5c","c_root_id_B":"hsf2x6a","created_at_utc_A":1642022224,"created_at_utc_B":1642031222,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"39 here, My dream car was a 67 Mustang and also a C3 Corvette when I was a kid and I never got it, Current family car is a \u201819 Navigator L and my fun car is a \u201817 Corvette GS, my CURRENT dream car is a \u201823 C8 Z06 and will take delivery this year sometime.","human_ref_B":"Kid in the late 80s, teenager in the 90s. Of course a Lambo was my dream car (Countach and Diablo). I also had a strange attraction to Lotus Esprit in the early 90s. Had a poster of one on my wall and everything. Those are actually attainable for me now, I've looked into buying one. I just don't think I need the maintenance headache though, however cool it might be to drive.  I own a lot of cars. Can't seem to pass up a good deal. I pay for it though because I always, *always* have a car that needs to be fixed. Most of the time I fart around in a Honda Fit Sport because it's a little bit fun to drive, it's practical and decent on gas mileage. Not gonna list all of my cars because I'm a car hoarder. They're not awesome anyway and it would sound like I'm bragging about owning old junk.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8998.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsf2x6a","c_root_id_B":"hseljxd","created_at_utc_A":1642031222,"created_at_utc_B":1642024308,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Kid in the late 80s, teenager in the 90s. Of course a Lambo was my dream car (Countach and Diablo). I also had a strange attraction to Lotus Esprit in the early 90s. Had a poster of one on my wall and everything. Those are actually attainable for me now, I've looked into buying one. I just don't think I need the maintenance headache though, however cool it might be to drive.  I own a lot of cars. Can't seem to pass up a good deal. I pay for it though because I always, *always* have a car that needs to be fixed. Most of the time I fart around in a Honda Fit Sport because it's a little bit fun to drive, it's practical and decent on gas mileage. Not gonna list all of my cars because I'm a car hoarder. They're not awesome anyway and it would sound like I'm bragging about owning old junk.","human_ref_B":"BMW M3, Honda Civic Type R. No longer a fan of BMW","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6914.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsf2x6a","c_root_id_B":"hsep0un","created_at_utc_A":1642031222,"created_at_utc_B":1642025642,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Kid in the late 80s, teenager in the 90s. Of course a Lambo was my dream car (Countach and Diablo). I also had a strange attraction to Lotus Esprit in the early 90s. Had a poster of one on my wall and everything. Those are actually attainable for me now, I've looked into buying one. I just don't think I need the maintenance headache though, however cool it might be to drive.  I own a lot of cars. Can't seem to pass up a good deal. I pay for it though because I always, *always* have a car that needs to be fixed. Most of the time I fart around in a Honda Fit Sport because it's a little bit fun to drive, it's practical and decent on gas mileage. Not gonna list all of my cars because I'm a car hoarder. They're not awesome anyway and it would sound like I'm bragging about owning old junk.","human_ref_B":"I (30) knew jack-shit about cars all the way up until I got my first car a week before turning 19.   The car I drive now is a 2015 Honda Accord. I don't really have a dream car. If I had all the money in the world, my guess is that I would be driving a fancier version of what I'm driving now. xD","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5580.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsf2x6a","c_root_id_B":"hseed2l","created_at_utc_A":1642031222,"created_at_utc_B":1642021669,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Kid in the late 80s, teenager in the 90s. Of course a Lambo was my dream car (Countach and Diablo). I also had a strange attraction to Lotus Esprit in the early 90s. Had a poster of one on my wall and everything. Those are actually attainable for me now, I've looked into buying one. I just don't think I need the maintenance headache though, however cool it might be to drive.  I own a lot of cars. Can't seem to pass up a good deal. I pay for it though because I always, *always* have a car that needs to be fixed. Most of the time I fart around in a Honda Fit Sport because it's a little bit fun to drive, it's practical and decent on gas mileage. Not gonna list all of my cars because I'm a car hoarder. They're not awesome anyway and it would sound like I'm bragging about owning old junk.","human_ref_B":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9553.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hsefw5c","c_root_id_B":"hseed2l","created_at_utc_A":1642022224,"created_at_utc_B":1642021669,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"39 here, My dream car was a 67 Mustang and also a C3 Corvette when I was a kid and I never got it, Current family car is a \u201819 Navigator L and my fun car is a \u201817 Corvette GS, my CURRENT dream car is a \u201823 C8 Z06 and will take delivery this year sometime.","human_ref_B":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":555.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseljxd","c_root_id_B":"hseed2l","created_at_utc_A":1642024308,"created_at_utc_B":1642021669,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"BMW M3, Honda Civic Type R. No longer a fan of BMW","human_ref_B":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2639.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s2bte8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"what was your dream car as a kid, what do you drive now?","c_root_id_A":"hseed2l","c_root_id_B":"hsep0un","created_at_utc_A":1642021669,"created_at_utc_B":1642025642,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Since I was a kid, I always wanted a black Camaro just like my uncle.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and had some great memories cruising around town in it.  Unfortunately he passed away in 2018, but I had just enough money to buy his 91 Z28.  He used it as a weekend car so it's in excellent shape with only 42k original miles on it.  I also bought my own 2014 Camaro SS this past year.  It's my (very thirsty) daily.  I wouldn't trade either of them for the world.","human_ref_B":"I (30) knew jack-shit about cars all the way up until I got my first car a week before turning 19.   The car I drive now is a 2015 Honda Accord. I don't really have a dream car. If I had all the money in the world, my guess is that I would be driving a fancier version of what I'm driving now. xD","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3973.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qnyszi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"If my speedometer is lying, is my odometer also lying? In my car doing 98kph on the speedometer is actually 93kph when measured with GPS, this means the speedometer is overreporting by 5.4%. Does this mean the odometer is also showing a mileage that's 5.4% higher than the actual mileage my car has done?","c_root_id_A":"hjjooac","c_root_id_B":"hjjif4q","created_at_utc_A":1636204317,"created_at_utc_B":1636200830,"score_A":25,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes.","human_ref_B":"Ehhhh. Maybe. Depends how long the wrong size wheel\/tire combo has been on there.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3487.0,"score_ratio":3.5714285714}
{"post_id":"qnyszi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"If my speedometer is lying, is my odometer also lying? In my car doing 98kph on the speedometer is actually 93kph when measured with GPS, this means the speedometer is overreporting by 5.4%. Does this mean the odometer is also showing a mileage that's 5.4% higher than the actual mileage my car has done?","c_root_id_A":"hjkjz0u","c_root_id_B":"hjjif4q","created_at_utc_A":1636218195,"created_at_utc_B":1636200830,"score_A":11,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes. Pretty sure this is why my Jeep dealer says they do free tire size speedo calibration on vehicles still under warranty.","human_ref_B":"Ehhhh. Maybe. Depends how long the wrong size wheel\/tire combo has been on there.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17365.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"qnyszi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"If my speedometer is lying, is my odometer also lying? In my car doing 98kph on the speedometer is actually 93kph when measured with GPS, this means the speedometer is overreporting by 5.4%. Does this mean the odometer is also showing a mileage that's 5.4% higher than the actual mileage my car has done?","c_root_id_A":"hjjov55","c_root_id_B":"hjkjz0u","created_at_utc_A":1636204413,"created_at_utc_B":1636218195,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Yes it is lying.","human_ref_B":"Yes. Pretty sure this is why my Jeep dealer says they do free tire size speedo calibration on vehicles still under warranty.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13782.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"qnyszi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"If my speedometer is lying, is my odometer also lying? In my car doing 98kph on the speedometer is actually 93kph when measured with GPS, this means the speedometer is overreporting by 5.4%. Does this mean the odometer is also showing a mileage that's 5.4% higher than the actual mileage my car has done?","c_root_id_A":"hjkjz0u","c_root_id_B":"hjjpetp","created_at_utc_A":1636218195,"created_at_utc_B":1636204685,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yes. Pretty sure this is why my Jeep dealer says they do free tire size speedo calibration on vehicles still under warranty.","human_ref_B":"I'm going to go against the grain here and say no. But it depends. If your wheels and tires are the wrong size, then yes your odometer is wrong. But if they're not, then likely your odometer is correct. Auto makers skew speeds higher because it's safer than the alternative. In my BMW I can turn the skew on or off with some simple coding, the car knows how fast it's really going, and the odometer is accurate, but my speed always reads 2-3mph higher than actual.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13510.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"qnyszi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"If my speedometer is lying, is my odometer also lying? In my car doing 98kph on the speedometer is actually 93kph when measured with GPS, this means the speedometer is overreporting by 5.4%. Does this mean the odometer is also showing a mileage that's 5.4% higher than the actual mileage my car has done?","c_root_id_A":"hjjpetp","c_root_id_B":"hjlsbzv","created_at_utc_A":1636204685,"created_at_utc_B":1636237659,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I'm going to go against the grain here and say no. But it depends. If your wheels and tires are the wrong size, then yes your odometer is wrong. But if they're not, then likely your odometer is correct. Auto makers skew speeds higher because it's safer than the alternative. In my BMW I can turn the skew on or off with some simple coding, the car knows how fast it's really going, and the odometer is accurate, but my speed always reads 2-3mph higher than actual.","human_ref_B":"Not sure if this is relevant to the question, and I'm not sure if this is true anymore for all cars, but I was told that:   Most speedometers are intentionally designed to read just slightly (2-3 MPH, for example) above the actual speed in order to account for speedometer error, driver inaccuracy, and decrease manufacturer liability from accidents\/tickets received by owners.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32974.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"op25uf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Looking for a sedan that is 2016 or newer, thats less then 20k, has less then 50k miles, and is pretty fast?Any ideas I\u2019m not a car guy whatsoever so anything will help?","c_root_id_A":"h62tgqp","c_root_id_B":"h62r88a","created_at_utc_A":1626918724,"created_at_utc_B":1626917633,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The market is pretty wild right now and everything's expensive. You might be able to find a Honda Civic Si around that price. Also, always go for the manual transmission - it will feel faster.     Stretch your budget a little bit and grab a Honda Accord 2.0T with the 10-speed auto - they're quick, look great, and there's a big tuning market for them.","human_ref_B":"i guess it mostly depends on your market, but it\u2019s gonna be tough finding something that\u2019s gonna fit all 4 criteria. by contrast though, it\u2019s remarkable how many cars will fit 3 out of the 4.   if it were me, i\u2019d continue my search but also decide which one i\u2019d be willing to compromise. a 110k+ mile toyota\/lexus would treat you like a 50k mile car, so if you could find one with a V6 that would be pretty close to fulfilling your desires   EDIT: nvm, the ford taurus exists. in my market i found several well-loaded examples that fit all your criteria.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1091.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48oh52","c_root_id_B":"h48mkeq","created_at_utc_A":1625581851,"created_at_utc_B":1625580909,"score_A":42,"score_B":33,"human_ref_A":"They do it because they like the way it looks. No more, or less.   Car culture is strange. People have been ruining perfectly good cars because they like the look since the very beginning. Just accept it.","human_ref_B":"The term is **camber**","labels":1,"seconds_difference":942.0,"score_ratio":1.2727272727}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48m7vk","c_root_id_B":"h48oh52","created_at_utc_A":1625580733,"created_at_utc_B":1625581851,"score_A":10,"score_B":42,"human_ref_A":"Too look like an idiot tbh.","human_ref_B":"They do it because they like the way it looks. No more, or less.   Car culture is strange. People have been ruining perfectly good cars because they like the look since the very beginning. Just accept it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1118.0,"score_ratio":4.2}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48m7vk","c_root_id_B":"h48mkeq","created_at_utc_A":1625580733,"created_at_utc_B":1625580909,"score_A":10,"score_B":33,"human_ref_A":"Too look like an idiot tbh.","human_ref_B":"The term is **camber**","labels":0,"seconds_difference":176.0,"score_ratio":3.3}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48vj4v","c_root_id_B":"h48m7vk","created_at_utc_A":1625585230,"created_at_utc_B":1625580733,"score_A":24,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Some Camber helps handling.   Generally, track guys depending on suspension design are looking for between 2.5-4* negative camber, so that when they load up that corner of the car, the tire becomes as flat to the pavement as possible. There's other factors, but that's the simplest expilination.      Generally, going beyond those numbers is purely a style thing, actively making the car worse as by adding more negative camber, you're reducing the amount of tire that's on the ground when the car is going straight, meaning you can't use the full capacity of your brakes, and you can't put down all the power you may be making.","human_ref_B":"Too look like an idiot tbh.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4497.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48vhg0","c_root_id_B":"h48vj4v","created_at_utc_A":1625585208,"created_at_utc_B":1625585230,"score_A":6,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Aesthetics bro   Zero benefit. Wears tires out faster, and wears parts out like wheel bearings much faster, also makes the car handle worse.","human_ref_B":"Some Camber helps handling.   Generally, track guys depending on suspension design are looking for between 2.5-4* negative camber, so that when they load up that corner of the car, the tire becomes as flat to the pavement as possible. There's other factors, but that's the simplest expilination.      Generally, going beyond those numbers is purely a style thing, actively making the car worse as by adding more negative camber, you're reducing the amount of tire that's on the ground when the car is going straight, meaning you can't use the full capacity of your brakes, and you can't put down all the power you may be making.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48r76f","c_root_id_B":"h48vj4v","created_at_utc_A":1625583169,"created_at_utc_B":1625585230,"score_A":3,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Because it allows you to fit wider wheels than you would be able to without the excessive negative camber. It's purely for looks, they drive like garbage and chew through tires.  Source: I own a facility that specializes in suspension modifications. I set up stanced cars all the time.","human_ref_B":"Some Camber helps handling.   Generally, track guys depending on suspension design are looking for between 2.5-4* negative camber, so that when they load up that corner of the car, the tire becomes as flat to the pavement as possible. There's other factors, but that's the simplest expilination.      Generally, going beyond those numbers is purely a style thing, actively making the car worse as by adding more negative camber, you're reducing the amount of tire that's on the ground when the car is going straight, meaning you can't use the full capacity of your brakes, and you can't put down all the power you may be making.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2061.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"oevky0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the point of having your tires tilted more than just a few de regrees? Idk the English word but I'm sure you know what I mean  Usually you have a bit of tilted tires to have better grip on the outside of a turn but why do so many tuners have their tires sometimes even more than 10degrees  Except from tyre wear, what's the benefit of that?","c_root_id_A":"h48vhg0","c_root_id_B":"h48r76f","created_at_utc_A":1625585208,"created_at_utc_B":1625583169,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Aesthetics bro   Zero benefit. Wears tires out faster, and wears parts out like wheel bearings much faster, also makes the car handle worse.","human_ref_B":"Because it allows you to fit wider wheels than you would be able to without the excessive negative camber. It's purely for looks, they drive like garbage and chew through tires.  Source: I own a facility that specializes in suspension modifications. I set up stanced cars all the time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2039.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4teg","c_root_id_B":"h1obwle","created_at_utc_A":1623623797,"created_at_utc_B":1623627772,"score_A":13,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Look at more premium brands? BMW, Audi etc will have more power, albeit you won't find many trucks. European roads aren't big enough to handle something like an F150.","human_ref_B":"A lot of comments here dancing around the only real reason which is fuel cost and taxes that punish high fuel consumption. That\u2019s literally the entire reason.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3975.0,"score_ratio":1.3076923077}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1obwle","c_root_id_B":"h1o4zr5","created_at_utc_A":1623627772,"created_at_utc_B":1623623897,"score_A":17,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"A lot of comments here dancing around the only real reason which is fuel cost and taxes that punish high fuel consumption. That\u2019s literally the entire reason.","human_ref_B":"It depends.  For things like pick up trucks, what you should be looking for is torque. Horsepower is secondary. Also as someone else said, many countries tax for horsepower figures, insurance companies do too. That being said, we do have a lot of very powerful cars. Many modern middle class cars now have between 200hp and 300hp.  Also, our cars are just wayyy smaller than yours. I am always baffled when i (rarely) do see people drive a F150 or a Dodge Ram (it's always people who want the American lifestyle thing, they are never used for carrying things, let alone work). They are comically large compared to almost everything else and a real bitch on twisty country roads. Over here we mostly use small trucks with flat beds based on vans. Hardly anyone needs offroadability, so why carry all the suspension and awd around. It's inefficient.  Why no sedans? They make no sense. They use up the same footprint on the road\/parking space, yet they offer way less space inside. Again, inefficient. The only sedans are luxury cars for executive people and those don't have to make sense, just be the biggest, most expensive things around because status.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3875.0,"score_ratio":1.8888888889}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1obwle","c_root_id_B":"h1o4pjs","created_at_utc_A":1623627772,"created_at_utc_B":1623623740,"score_A":17,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"A lot of comments here dancing around the only real reason which is fuel cost and taxes that punish high fuel consumption. That\u2019s literally the entire reason.","human_ref_B":"But I can get 64+mpg out of a 20 year old 1.9 deisel passat (110bhp) or 51mpg from a 2.7 deisel mercedes (170bhp) and that was an 18 year old car, not a fancy new hybrid. which is what people care about when fuel is close to the equivalent of $10\/us gallon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4032.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4teg","c_root_id_B":"h1p2yxl","created_at_utc_A":1623623797,"created_at_utc_B":1623643845,"score_A":13,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Look at more premium brands? BMW, Audi etc will have more power, albeit you won't find many trucks. European roads aren't big enough to handle something like an F150.","human_ref_B":"This is the saddest group of comments I've seen on reddit in weeks.  I wish I could send you all 6.2 liter LS V8s with no emissions taxes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20048.0,"score_ratio":1.1538461538}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1p2yxl","c_root_id_B":"h1of2j9","created_at_utc_A":1623643845,"created_at_utc_B":1623629572,"score_A":15,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"This is the saddest group of comments I've seen on reddit in weeks.  I wish I could send you all 6.2 liter LS V8s with no emissions taxes.","human_ref_B":"Americans all have tiny penises?    Lol no, it's all down to taxes and infrastructure, American sized vehicles need American sized roads, garages,  drive thru, parking lots etc. Which we can build those over here (at the moment) easily.  That just can't be done in ancient cities like London and Rome and Paris so the best they can do is encircle their mega cities with a highway and hope for the best.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14273.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4zr5","c_root_id_B":"h1p2yxl","created_at_utc_A":1623623897,"created_at_utc_B":1623643845,"score_A":9,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"It depends.  For things like pick up trucks, what you should be looking for is torque. Horsepower is secondary. Also as someone else said, many countries tax for horsepower figures, insurance companies do too. That being said, we do have a lot of very powerful cars. Many modern middle class cars now have between 200hp and 300hp.  Also, our cars are just wayyy smaller than yours. I am always baffled when i (rarely) do see people drive a F150 or a Dodge Ram (it's always people who want the American lifestyle thing, they are never used for carrying things, let alone work). They are comically large compared to almost everything else and a real bitch on twisty country roads. Over here we mostly use small trucks with flat beds based on vans. Hardly anyone needs offroadability, so why carry all the suspension and awd around. It's inefficient.  Why no sedans? They make no sense. They use up the same footprint on the road\/parking space, yet they offer way less space inside. Again, inefficient. The only sedans are luxury cars for executive people and those don't have to make sense, just be the biggest, most expensive things around because status.","human_ref_B":"This is the saddest group of comments I've seen on reddit in weeks.  I wish I could send you all 6.2 liter LS V8s with no emissions taxes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19948.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4pjs","c_root_id_B":"h1p2yxl","created_at_utc_A":1623623740,"created_at_utc_B":1623643845,"score_A":5,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"But I can get 64+mpg out of a 20 year old 1.9 deisel passat (110bhp) or 51mpg from a 2.7 deisel mercedes (170bhp) and that was an 18 year old car, not a fancy new hybrid. which is what people care about when fuel is close to the equivalent of $10\/us gallon.","human_ref_B":"This is the saddest group of comments I've seen on reddit in weeks.  I wish I could send you all 6.2 liter LS V8s with no emissions taxes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20105.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1oeawc","c_root_id_B":"h1p2yxl","created_at_utc_A":1623629140,"created_at_utc_B":1623643845,"score_A":5,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Because it\u2019s European","human_ref_B":"This is the saddest group of comments I've seen on reddit in weeks.  I wish I could send you all 6.2 liter LS V8s with no emissions taxes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14705.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4teg","c_root_id_B":"h1o4pjs","created_at_utc_A":1623623797,"created_at_utc_B":1623623740,"score_A":13,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Look at more premium brands? BMW, Audi etc will have more power, albeit you won't find many trucks. European roads aren't big enough to handle something like an F150.","human_ref_B":"But I can get 64+mpg out of a 20 year old 1.9 deisel passat (110bhp) or 51mpg from a 2.7 deisel mercedes (170bhp) and that was an 18 year old car, not a fancy new hybrid. which is what people care about when fuel is close to the equivalent of $10\/us gallon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":57.0,"score_ratio":2.6}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1of2j9","c_root_id_B":"h1o4zr5","created_at_utc_A":1623629572,"created_at_utc_B":1623623897,"score_A":12,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Americans all have tiny penises?    Lol no, it's all down to taxes and infrastructure, American sized vehicles need American sized roads, garages,  drive thru, parking lots etc. Which we can build those over here (at the moment) easily.  That just can't be done in ancient cities like London and Rome and Paris so the best they can do is encircle their mega cities with a highway and hope for the best.","human_ref_B":"It depends.  For things like pick up trucks, what you should be looking for is torque. Horsepower is secondary. Also as someone else said, many countries tax for horsepower figures, insurance companies do too. That being said, we do have a lot of very powerful cars. Many modern middle class cars now have between 200hp and 300hp.  Also, our cars are just wayyy smaller than yours. I am always baffled when i (rarely) do see people drive a F150 or a Dodge Ram (it's always people who want the American lifestyle thing, they are never used for carrying things, let alone work). They are comically large compared to almost everything else and a real bitch on twisty country roads. Over here we mostly use small trucks with flat beds based on vans. Hardly anyone needs offroadability, so why carry all the suspension and awd around. It's inefficient.  Why no sedans? They make no sense. They use up the same footprint on the road\/parking space, yet they offer way less space inside. Again, inefficient. The only sedans are luxury cars for executive people and those don't have to make sense, just be the biggest, most expensive things around because status.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5675.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4pjs","c_root_id_B":"h1of2j9","created_at_utc_A":1623623740,"created_at_utc_B":1623629572,"score_A":5,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"But I can get 64+mpg out of a 20 year old 1.9 deisel passat (110bhp) or 51mpg from a 2.7 deisel mercedes (170bhp) and that was an 18 year old car, not a fancy new hybrid. which is what people care about when fuel is close to the equivalent of $10\/us gallon.","human_ref_B":"Americans all have tiny penises?    Lol no, it's all down to taxes and infrastructure, American sized vehicles need American sized roads, garages,  drive thru, parking lots etc. Which we can build those over here (at the moment) easily.  That just can't be done in ancient cities like London and Rome and Paris so the best they can do is encircle their mega cities with a highway and hope for the best.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5832.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1of2j9","c_root_id_B":"h1oeawc","created_at_utc_A":1623629572,"created_at_utc_B":1623629140,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Americans all have tiny penises?    Lol no, it's all down to taxes and infrastructure, American sized vehicles need American sized roads, garages,  drive thru, parking lots etc. Which we can build those over here (at the moment) easily.  That just can't be done in ancient cities like London and Rome and Paris so the best they can do is encircle their mega cities with a highway and hope for the best.","human_ref_B":"Because it\u2019s European","labels":1,"seconds_difference":432.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"nz6ls2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Why are European cars so underpowered? Nothing seems to go over about 120kw (160hp), even pick-ups trucks even though rare, when you can fine one, it's still going to be around 80 to 120kw which seems ridiculous? How can that in any way compare to what an American truck like the F150 can do with it's beefy af engines?   Regular cars seem to have the same issue, when I search for which car to choose, I watch reviews where they discuss how the cars handle, how powerful they are etc. and then I realize \"shit I've been watching American review, but this same model is only available with 1\/4th of the power out-put here\"     1. How am I meant to get a truck or something that can do a lot of work? Is it fine that it only does 150 horsepower?  2. Why is everything still priced the same fucking way if they're so god damn underpowered?     Also why are there no Sedans, I am so confused everything is either a wagon, hatchback or SUV, the only Sedan that I can find for under 40k is mazda 3 and mazda 6, and even then, the Mazda 6 is for some reason  4k more expensive than the Mazda CX-5, why? it's the opposite in the US?   Disclaimer: don't laugh at me if I am completely wrong about everything I don't understand cars","c_root_id_A":"h1o4zr5","c_root_id_B":"h1o4pjs","created_at_utc_A":1623623897,"created_at_utc_B":1623623740,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It depends.  For things like pick up trucks, what you should be looking for is torque. Horsepower is secondary. Also as someone else said, many countries tax for horsepower figures, insurance companies do too. That being said, we do have a lot of very powerful cars. Many modern middle class cars now have between 200hp and 300hp.  Also, our cars are just wayyy smaller than yours. I am always baffled when i (rarely) do see people drive a F150 or a Dodge Ram (it's always people who want the American lifestyle thing, they are never used for carrying things, let alone work). They are comically large compared to almost everything else and a real bitch on twisty country roads. Over here we mostly use small trucks with flat beds based on vans. Hardly anyone needs offroadability, so why carry all the suspension and awd around. It's inefficient.  Why no sedans? They make no sense. They use up the same footprint on the road\/parking space, yet they offer way less space inside. Again, inefficient. The only sedans are luxury cars for executive people and those don't have to make sense, just be the biggest, most expensive things around because status.","human_ref_B":"But I can get 64+mpg out of a 20 year old 1.9 deisel passat (110bhp) or 51mpg from a 2.7 deisel mercedes (170bhp) and that was an 18 year old car, not a fancy new hybrid. which is what people care about when fuel is close to the equivalent of $10\/us gallon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":157.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcxtq4u","c_root_id_B":"gcxyvid","created_at_utc_A":1605879449,"created_at_utc_B":1605882605,"score_A":13,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Postmen do it all the time!","human_ref_B":"The driving aspect is novel - weird at first but you get used to it  What is a major PITA is anything related to outside the car. Drive through, parking garage, toll road, that kind of stuff, you better either have a garbage picker or a passenger to press buttons and take stuff","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3156.0,"score_ratio":1.6153846154}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcxyvid","c_root_id_B":"gcxxs2t","created_at_utc_A":1605882605,"created_at_utc_B":1605881972,"score_A":21,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"The driving aspect is novel - weird at first but you get used to it  What is a major PITA is anything related to outside the car. Drive through, parking garage, toll road, that kind of stuff, you better either have a garbage picker or a passenger to press buttons and take stuff","human_ref_B":"I own a RHD car in the USA.  Sometimes visibility isn't amazing when you're doing a turn and need to look out for oncoming traffic, and as another user mentioned overtaking on 2 lane roads can be pretty hairy.    Other than that it's fine, mailmen do it every day across the country, I do it all the time, it's not too bad :) the only other potential issue I can think of  is occasionally drifting a bit since you instinctively want to place yourself where you would be if you were driving LHD, if that makes sense.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":633.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcxyvid","c_root_id_B":"gcxwqgl","created_at_utc_A":1605882605,"created_at_utc_B":1605881348,"score_A":21,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The driving aspect is novel - weird at first but you get used to it  What is a major PITA is anything related to outside the car. Drive through, parking garage, toll road, that kind of stuff, you better either have a garbage picker or a passenger to press buttons and take stuff","human_ref_B":"I rented a LHD Jeep on Grand Cayman (drives on the left). It was weird at first because it was hard to get a sense of oncoming traffic, but I got used to it after a bit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1257.0,"score_ratio":10.5}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcxwqgl","c_root_id_B":"gcxxs2t","created_at_utc_A":1605881348,"created_at_utc_B":1605881972,"score_A":2,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"I rented a LHD Jeep on Grand Cayman (drives on the left). It was weird at first because it was hard to get a sense of oncoming traffic, but I got used to it after a bit.","human_ref_B":"I own a RHD car in the USA.  Sometimes visibility isn't amazing when you're doing a turn and need to look out for oncoming traffic, and as another user mentioned overtaking on 2 lane roads can be pretty hairy.    Other than that it's fine, mailmen do it every day across the country, I do it all the time, it's not too bad :) the only other potential issue I can think of  is occasionally drifting a bit since you instinctively want to place yourself where you would be if you were driving LHD, if that makes sense.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":624.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcy1sjr","c_root_id_B":"gcxwqgl","created_at_utc_A":1605884228,"created_at_utc_B":1605881348,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"American here.  I worked in western Europe and Australia for a few years, usually in 3-month stints, then back home for a couple of months.  When I was in left-side countries I did okay but because I always was on the alert.  Australia was the hardest to adapt to because they has a rule that any driver coming from your right had right-of-way. So, if you were in a main drag, driving on the left side of the roadway, any driver pulling out of a side street from your right had right of way.  It was insane.  I survived. Almost did not, but it was after I got home. At home I relaxed and at times found myself driving on the left, particularly after making a left hand turn.  I'd momentarily think \"why the hell are these people driving toward me in my lane?\"","human_ref_B":"I rented a LHD Jeep on Grand Cayman (drives on the left). It was weird at first because it was hard to get a sense of oncoming traffic, but I got used to it after a bit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2880.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcy7ehy","c_root_id_B":"gcy3k2w","created_at_utc_A":1605887172,"created_at_utc_B":1605885180,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Brit here, driven abroad a fair bit;  \\- Junctions are hard because you can't see what's coming out of the side window, especially where it's not a perfect \"T\", if your vehicle doesn't have side windows (EG camper\/van) it makes it harder.  \\- Hairpin bends on mountians etc. can be a challenge but on the plus side you can see how close to the edge you're getting much better  \\- Toll booths \/ parking garages \/ customs posts can be hard work on your own  \\- Motorway I never found a problem overtaking as long as you actually use your mirrors, indicators, and some situational awareness.  Honestly I've never found it much problem, especially once you've got your passenger\/navigator trained as a spotter & toll-booth operator.","human_ref_B":"My brother had a LR Defender he brought back to the USA from the UK. It was strange at first but felt fine after five min on the road. You get used to it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1992.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcxwqgl","c_root_id_B":"gcy7ehy","created_at_utc_A":1605881348,"created_at_utc_B":1605887172,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I rented a LHD Jeep on Grand Cayman (drives on the left). It was weird at first because it was hard to get a sense of oncoming traffic, but I got used to it after a bit.","human_ref_B":"Brit here, driven abroad a fair bit;  \\- Junctions are hard because you can't see what's coming out of the side window, especially where it's not a perfect \"T\", if your vehicle doesn't have side windows (EG camper\/van) it makes it harder.  \\- Hairpin bends on mountians etc. can be a challenge but on the plus side you can see how close to the edge you're getting much better  \\- Toll booths \/ parking garages \/ customs posts can be hard work on your own  \\- Motorway I never found a problem overtaking as long as you actually use your mirrors, indicators, and some situational awareness.  Honestly I've never found it much problem, especially once you've got your passenger\/navigator trained as a spotter & toll-booth operator.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5824.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"jxouqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it a challenge to drive with RHD vehicles in a Left Hand Traffic? Vice versa with LHD in a Right Hand Traffic?","c_root_id_A":"gcxwqgl","c_root_id_B":"gcy3k2w","created_at_utc_A":1605881348,"created_at_utc_B":1605885180,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I rented a LHD Jeep on Grand Cayman (drives on the left). It was weird at first because it was hard to get a sense of oncoming traffic, but I got used to it after a bit.","human_ref_B":"My brother had a LR Defender he brought back to the USA from the UK. It was strange at first but felt fine after five min on the road. You get used to it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3832.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i1ekhe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is buying a 95 honda accord with 88,000 miles for 2,500 a smart or at least okay move? It is a EX sedan 4d. The seller says he replaced the engine and that\u2019s why it only has 88,000 miles in 25 years. Everything works and doesn\u2019t need to be replaced, the only issue is some of the seats are stained and there is a small dent in the back (so small I can\u2019t see it in the posted pictures.) We are trying to buy a car for less than 3,000 dollars (unexpected car accident) and I personally think this a good option for us, but I wanted to see if anyone has any hesitancy for us.","c_root_id_A":"fzx6ve0","c_root_id_B":"fzx3ueh","created_at_utc_A":1596233194,"created_at_utc_B":1596232200,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Who replaced the engine? The dealership? Or two idiots with a wrench?","human_ref_B":"That\u2019s an amazing buy. Older Honda\u2019s are generally bulletproof with regular maintenance, and I\u2019d say that\u2019s low miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":994.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"i1ekhe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is buying a 95 honda accord with 88,000 miles for 2,500 a smart or at least okay move? It is a EX sedan 4d. The seller says he replaced the engine and that\u2019s why it only has 88,000 miles in 25 years. Everything works and doesn\u2019t need to be replaced, the only issue is some of the seats are stained and there is a small dent in the back (so small I can\u2019t see it in the posted pictures.) We are trying to buy a car for less than 3,000 dollars (unexpected car accident) and I personally think this a good option for us, but I wanted to see if anyone has any hesitancy for us.","c_root_id_A":"fzxab13","c_root_id_B":"fzx3ueh","created_at_utc_A":1596234360,"created_at_utc_B":1596232200,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"At your budget consider a 10 year newer car like a 2005-06 Scion xB or Honda Civic.  A 95 with unknown mileage is probably not a good buy for you.  Verify by searching cars.com.  Something like this:  We own an 06 xB at 202,000 miles and it has had a single repair in its lifetime... at $250 heat\/ac fan motor.   All else original including shocks, head lamps, exhaust system.  We live in a salt-free region.","human_ref_B":"That\u2019s an amazing buy. Older Honda\u2019s are generally bulletproof with regular maintenance, and I\u2019d say that\u2019s low miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2160.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"i1ekhe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is buying a 95 honda accord with 88,000 miles for 2,500 a smart or at least okay move? It is a EX sedan 4d. The seller says he replaced the engine and that\u2019s why it only has 88,000 miles in 25 years. Everything works and doesn\u2019t need to be replaced, the only issue is some of the seats are stained and there is a small dent in the back (so small I can\u2019t see it in the posted pictures.) We are trying to buy a car for less than 3,000 dollars (unexpected car accident) and I personally think this a good option for us, but I wanted to see if anyone has any hesitancy for us.","c_root_id_A":"fzxi7mp","c_root_id_B":"fzx3ueh","created_at_utc_A":1596237654,"created_at_utc_B":1596232200,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Perfect idea; I have nothing against it. the only thing I would worry about, is the timing belt, considering it's nearly time to be serviced mileage wise and it's way past time to be serviced, Time wise","human_ref_B":"That\u2019s an amazing buy. Older Honda\u2019s are generally bulletproof with regular maintenance, and I\u2019d say that\u2019s low miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5454.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i1ekhe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is buying a 95 honda accord with 88,000 miles for 2,500 a smart or at least okay move? It is a EX sedan 4d. The seller says he replaced the engine and that\u2019s why it only has 88,000 miles in 25 years. Everything works and doesn\u2019t need to be replaced, the only issue is some of the seats are stained and there is a small dent in the back (so small I can\u2019t see it in the posted pictures.) We are trying to buy a car for less than 3,000 dollars (unexpected car accident) and I personally think this a good option for us, but I wanted to see if anyone has any hesitancy for us.","c_root_id_A":"fzxtdl1","c_root_id_B":"fzx3ueh","created_at_utc_A":1596243340,"created_at_utc_B":1596232200,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in the rust belt. Up here, you want the miles on the body of the car. Engine's will go and go with a little maintenance. Swap in an engine that's run 160k sounds good to me if you replace some parts like the timing belt, water pump, gaskets and seals. Don't get excited and pay for a \"fresh\" engine with low miles and think you're good to go. Never had an engine fail on me but I have done swaps successfully due to one engine being more rod knocky than another.  If the car was in very good rust condition, shifts nice, mostly stock fit parts, suspension feels good go over some bumps, no holes in the exhaust is it loud, lights work, fluid clean smelling check under for leaks, check power steering fluid does it bubble while running, go ahead and haggle a bit with him something around that price, just get that mileage from the body of the car because that's indicative of so much more in my eyes.","human_ref_B":"That\u2019s an amazing buy. Older Honda\u2019s are generally bulletproof with regular maintenance, and I\u2019d say that\u2019s low miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11140.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dt7uxa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"If you owned a super, super expensive car, would you asshole park it (take up two spaces) to avoid getting scratches?","c_root_id_A":"f6vq7dj","c_root_id_B":"f6vhioe","created_at_utc_A":1573195374,"created_at_utc_B":1573186397,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A few guys do this where I work.  I'm sure they're thinking: \"I don't want anyone to ding these doors\", and hey, I get it, you love your ride that much.  You could just park it far away in a corner space - just as effective and doesn't end up making us all think you're a real douchebag for taking 2-4 spaces for one car.","human_ref_B":"If I could afford a super expensive car then I can afford to get it wrapped in PPF (Paint Protection Film) and if someone were to scratch it I could just take the film off and be all good.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8977.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"dt7uxa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"If you owned a super, super expensive car, would you asshole park it (take up two spaces) to avoid getting scratches?","c_root_id_A":"f6vhioe","c_root_id_B":"f6vs38b","created_at_utc_A":1573186397,"created_at_utc_B":1573197848,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If I could afford a super expensive car then I can afford to get it wrapped in PPF (Paint Protection Film) and if someone were to scratch it I could just take the film off and be all good.","human_ref_B":"First off \"Super Expensive\" is relative. Like if I suddenly had in my possession a $100K, that would be super expensive to me and while I wouldn't double park like a piece of shit, I might park a little further out and walk a little further. However some people regard a $100k car like I regard a $1k beater and wouldn't think twice about parking it anywhere and everywhere. Which just goes to show that double parking has nothing to do with the cost **or** the perceived value of a vehicle. It has everything to do with how selfish and entitled a person is. I've seen plenty of mediocre cars triple and quadruple parked.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11451.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ddxpyt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What's the best daily for a car enthusiast under 3k$? I live in Florida so there's no snow problems. Looking for something fun","c_root_id_A":"f2os6mm","c_root_id_B":"f2oytdm","created_at_utc_A":1570332627,"created_at_utc_B":1570335212,"score_A":13,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"Miata, there is no other answer.","human_ref_B":"Gonna break up this circlejerk to mention that cars besides a Miata exist.  You could get a Saab 9-2x for that money, which is a rebadged WRX with a better interior.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2585.0,"score_ratio":1.5384615385}
{"post_id":"ddxpyt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What's the best daily for a car enthusiast under 3k$? I live in Florida so there's no snow problems. Looking for something fun","c_root_id_A":"f2ot3q6","c_root_id_B":"f2oytdm","created_at_utc_A":1570332980,"created_at_utc_B":1570335212,"score_A":12,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"Miata. Maybe a ek civic coupe.","human_ref_B":"Gonna break up this circlejerk to mention that cars besides a Miata exist.  You could get a Saab 9-2x for that money, which is a rebadged WRX with a better interior.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2232.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ddxpyt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What's the best daily for a car enthusiast under 3k$? I live in Florida so there's no snow problems. Looking for something fun","c_root_id_A":"f2oytdm","c_root_id_B":"f2ou9u3","created_at_utc_A":1570335212,"created_at_utc_B":1570333441,"score_A":20,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Gonna break up this circlejerk to mention that cars besides a Miata exist.  You could get a Saab 9-2x for that money, which is a rebadged WRX with a better interior.","human_ref_B":"Miata","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1771.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ddxpyt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What's the best daily for a car enthusiast under 3k$? I live in Florida so there's no snow problems. Looking for something fun","c_root_id_A":"f2p1muh","c_root_id_B":"f2ou9u3","created_at_utc_A":1570336351,"created_at_utc_B":1570333441,"score_A":10,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Miata is the easy choice but if you wanted to be different...  MAYBE you can find an old E30 3-series for that much? They\u2019re going up in price so the section will be limited. The E36 is probably just on the other side of being too electronics-reliant to be running AND $3,000.  The Ford Focus ZX3(2000-2003ish?) hatch with the 2.0 (some even had the 2.3 which is money) and 5 speed is also a solid car. You can pick up the Ford Racing suspension for like $300 and find a set of cool 4-lug wheels that are a bit wider and have a great car. Very reliable as far as all the flight-critical components are concerned, but don\u2019t expect the windows or blower to work at this price.  Hell, $3k is almost into ratty Boxster money, which as long as you don\u2019t have to smog stuff shouldn\u2019t be an issue. Also check that the IMS has been done.   The old 80s VW Golf\/Scirocco\/Rabbit\/ Audi Fox are kinda cool too. Would be a fun project.  350Zs are starting to creep into the 5k range if you can stretch a bit.  A buddy of mine bought a 190E 2.6 (so not the fast one) for $700 which was slow but with the sport pack had decent handling? A clean one looks real classy, and there\u2019s not a ton of them around that aren\u2019t shit piles. You\u2019d want a manual for sure.  My preferred strategy is \u201cThe nicest Camry $1500 can buy\u201d and then $1500 on an interesting but doable project\/weekend car that you can upgrade\/fix as you get more money. That Focus is a strong 2nd.","human_ref_B":"Miata","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2910.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ddxpyt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What's the best daily for a car enthusiast under 3k$? I live in Florida so there's no snow problems. Looking for something fun","c_root_id_A":"f2p0b40","c_root_id_B":"f2p1muh","created_at_utc_A":1570335797,"created_at_utc_B":1570336351,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Miata or civic manual.","human_ref_B":"Miata is the easy choice but if you wanted to be different...  MAYBE you can find an old E30 3-series for that much? They\u2019re going up in price so the section will be limited. The E36 is probably just on the other side of being too electronics-reliant to be running AND $3,000.  The Ford Focus ZX3(2000-2003ish?) hatch with the 2.0 (some even had the 2.3 which is money) and 5 speed is also a solid car. You can pick up the Ford Racing suspension for like $300 and find a set of cool 4-lug wheels that are a bit wider and have a great car. Very reliable as far as all the flight-critical components are concerned, but don\u2019t expect the windows or blower to work at this price.  Hell, $3k is almost into ratty Boxster money, which as long as you don\u2019t have to smog stuff shouldn\u2019t be an issue. Also check that the IMS has been done.   The old 80s VW Golf\/Scirocco\/Rabbit\/ Audi Fox are kinda cool too. Would be a fun project.  350Zs are starting to creep into the 5k range if you can stretch a bit.  A buddy of mine bought a 190E 2.6 (so not the fast one) for $700 which was slow but with the sport pack had decent handling? A clean one looks real classy, and there\u2019s not a ton of them around that aren\u2019t shit piles. You\u2019d want a manual for sure.  My preferred strategy is \u201cThe nicest Camry $1500 can buy\u201d and then $1500 on an interesting but doable project\/weekend car that you can upgrade\/fix as you get more money. That Focus is a strong 2nd.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":554.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"d2rf4p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Driving a Standard?    # I've  driven a few different standard transmission cars over the years, but  I'm neither a car guy or very mechanical, and I've been wondering about  something the last few months - all this relating to how best to treat a  standard transmission:  **Coasting!**  Often... when I'm going downhill in town (low speed limits) I just put  the car in neutral  and let it coast down the hill. Is this good? bad?  **Idling at a Light.**.   I pretty much always put the car into neutral at red lights, put my  foot on the brake, release the clutch, and let the car idle in neutral  at the light.  I guess that's it  actually... I thought I had more examples. Anyway the moral here is that  whenever I can, my habit is to put the car into neutral and not touch  the clutch for a while. Do standard \/ manual transmissions like this? Or  am I actually doing some harm here?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"ezwepdh","c_root_id_B":"ezwdk0j","created_at_utc_A":1568214942,"created_at_utc_B":1568214167,"score_A":34,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Idling at a light: good. Depressing the clutch can place wear on various parts, so putting it in neutral when not moving is the proper thing to do.   Coasting down a hill: generally not the best idea. 1) if something happens and you need to make evasive maneuvers, you are not fully in control of the car. 2) you actually use less fuel if you keep it in gear while going downhill. 3) the engine braking effect going downhill can save some wear on your actual brakes.","human_ref_B":"You're doing it right, friend.  Holding the clutch in for too long will, over time, wear out your throw-out bearing, which could mean an early clutch replacement (even if your clutch disk still has some life in it, you might as well replace it while you're in there).  It is much easier on the clutch if you put it in neutral rather than holding the clutch down.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":775.0,"score_ratio":11.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bcchuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"When backing out of a parking space, do you need to come to a full stop before you put an automatic into drive? My roommate has gone through two transmissions in her Volvo.  Every time I drive with her, she pulls out in reverse and doesn't come to a complete stop before slamming her automatic into drive.  Is this bad for the transmission?  Could this be the cause of her two bad transmissions (or perhaps volvo transmissionsare just shit?)  Help solve our argument!","c_root_id_A":"ekpivyu","c_root_id_B":"ekpk7kw","created_at_utc_A":1555071131,"created_at_utc_B":1555072097,"score_A":5,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"I've done it quite a bit in my life, not saying its proper procedure but I'll usually do the same. Can't say I've ever had a transmission  problem. Blew one in my life but it had 500,000km on it so it was gonna go anyway.","human_ref_B":"You don't need to, but it's so great for your car if you do stop.  In an automatic transmission, there are bands that clamp down on the individual gears and move them around.   When you put an automatic transmission into drive without stopping, you put all of that force of stopping yourself on the bands that change gear so you accelerate your wear pretty drastically.  Stopping fully will save you from an expensive repair in the future.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":966.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"bcchuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"When backing out of a parking space, do you need to come to a full stop before you put an automatic into drive? My roommate has gone through two transmissions in her Volvo.  Every time I drive with her, she pulls out in reverse and doesn't come to a complete stop before slamming her automatic into drive.  Is this bad for the transmission?  Could this be the cause of her two bad transmissions (or perhaps volvo transmissionsare just shit?)  Help solve our argument!","c_root_id_A":"ekpivyu","c_root_id_B":"ekpm6j0","created_at_utc_A":1555071131,"created_at_utc_B":1555073513,"score_A":5,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"I've done it quite a bit in my life, not saying its proper procedure but I'll usually do the same. Can't say I've ever had a transmission  problem. Blew one in my life but it had 500,000km on it so it was gonna go anyway.","human_ref_B":"Yes. It is hard on the transmission.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2382.0,"score_ratio":4.2}
{"post_id":"bcchuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"When backing out of a parking space, do you need to come to a full stop before you put an automatic into drive? My roommate has gone through two transmissions in her Volvo.  Every time I drive with her, she pulls out in reverse and doesn't come to a complete stop before slamming her automatic into drive.  Is this bad for the transmission?  Could this be the cause of her two bad transmissions (or perhaps volvo transmissionsare just shit?)  Help solve our argument!","c_root_id_A":"ekpkcor","c_root_id_B":"ekpm6j0","created_at_utc_A":1555072197,"created_at_utc_B":1555073513,"score_A":2,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Depends how fast she's going. If it's a new twin clutch and she uses the engine to hold hills then that could be the issue. No idea what technology volvo uses these days.","human_ref_B":"Yes. It is hard on the transmission.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1316.0,"score_ratio":10.5}
{"post_id":"bcchuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"When backing out of a parking space, do you need to come to a full stop before you put an automatic into drive? My roommate has gone through two transmissions in her Volvo.  Every time I drive with her, she pulls out in reverse and doesn't come to a complete stop before slamming her automatic into drive.  Is this bad for the transmission?  Could this be the cause of her two bad transmissions (or perhaps volvo transmissionsare just shit?)  Help solve our argument!","c_root_id_A":"ekpivyu","c_root_id_B":"ekpnhvv","created_at_utc_A":1555071131,"created_at_utc_B":1555074428,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I've done it quite a bit in my life, not saying its proper procedure but I'll usually do the same. Can't say I've ever had a transmission  problem. Blew one in my life but it had 500,000km on it so it was gonna go anyway.","human_ref_B":"If it's a newer car, the ECU will not allow you to damage the transmission. If you're going too fast it will just not shift. Still will cause accelerated wear but not enough to kill it during the warranty period.  In older cars, you're not going to explode it but you're accelerating wear. There is no reason not to stop unless you think looking like you're in an action movie is more important than the life of your transmission.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3297.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"bcchuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"When backing out of a parking space, do you need to come to a full stop before you put an automatic into drive? My roommate has gone through two transmissions in her Volvo.  Every time I drive with her, she pulls out in reverse and doesn't come to a complete stop before slamming her automatic into drive.  Is this bad for the transmission?  Could this be the cause of her two bad transmissions (or perhaps volvo transmissionsare just shit?)  Help solve our argument!","c_root_id_A":"ekpkcor","c_root_id_B":"ekpnhvv","created_at_utc_A":1555072197,"created_at_utc_B":1555074428,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Depends how fast she's going. If it's a new twin clutch and she uses the engine to hold hills then that could be the issue. No idea what technology volvo uses these days.","human_ref_B":"If it's a newer car, the ECU will not allow you to damage the transmission. If you're going too fast it will just not shift. Still will cause accelerated wear but not enough to kill it during the warranty period.  In older cars, you're not going to explode it but you're accelerating wear. There is no reason not to stop unless you think looking like you're in an action movie is more important than the life of your transmission.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2231.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"bcchuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"When backing out of a parking space, do you need to come to a full stop before you put an automatic into drive? My roommate has gone through two transmissions in her Volvo.  Every time I drive with her, she pulls out in reverse and doesn't come to a complete stop before slamming her automatic into drive.  Is this bad for the transmission?  Could this be the cause of her two bad transmissions (or perhaps volvo transmissionsare just shit?)  Help solve our argument!","c_root_id_A":"ekpkcor","c_root_id_B":"ekpugbc","created_at_utc_A":1555072197,"created_at_utc_B":1555078927,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Depends how fast she's going. If it's a new twin clutch and she uses the engine to hold hills then that could be the issue. No idea what technology volvo uses these days.","human_ref_B":"It could be part of it, it is a bit of extra wear every time she does that.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6730.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xq1uxe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why aren\u2019t all oil drain plugs and oil filters magnetic ? Is there a reason why all oil filters and drain plugs aren\u2019t magnetic to capture additional metal? Seems like a pretty cheap thing for all auto makers to add. Is there a downside ?","c_root_id_A":"iq84tue","c_root_id_B":"iq84y6l","created_at_utc_A":1664366906,"created_at_utc_B":1664366975,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"But what are you gonna to do if you do see metal? It\u2019s a full tare-down . There is nothing you can do anyways at that point.  No one is going to crack their motor in half if you are a few flakes. Chances are you\u2019re gonna run it until or if it bombs. When you see metal, it\u2019s hurt beyond anything you can do from the outside already.  It\u2019s not really a problem in modern cars. Motors outlast the rest of the car in 99% of cases.","human_ref_B":"The problem inherently is that it's more expensive.  Sure, it's only a small amount more but at the end of the day you need to set limits and stay within them when it comes to car design. $2 more on an oil drain plug seems meaningless, and it is. But why is a magnetic oil drain plug more important than spending $2 on any of 1,000 other random parts.  Cars contain tens of thousands of parts and every single one of those parts has a budget that they need to stay within in order to hit a certain price point for the total vehicle. Would a magnetic oil drain plug be nice, yes it would.    But the REAL question here is, would it sell more vehicles.  If you compared it to spending a few bucks more on the climate control knob to make it have a more satisfying click.  I'd argue that the climate knob having a nice click will sell more cars than a magnetic oil drain plug.  In fact, I'd wager that the vast majority of car buyers (even ones that change their own oil) have no idea if their car has a magnetic grain plug or not prior to purchasing the vehicle.   I'd honestly be shocked if it resulted in more than a handful of additional sales.  Not nearly enough additional sales to justify spending $2 more on every single vehicle they make.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":69.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"xq1uxe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why aren\u2019t all oil drain plugs and oil filters magnetic ? Is there a reason why all oil filters and drain plugs aren\u2019t magnetic to capture additional metal? Seems like a pretty cheap thing for all auto makers to add. Is there a downside ?","c_root_id_A":"iq84tue","c_root_id_B":"iq8plc8","created_at_utc_A":1664366906,"created_at_utc_B":1664376602,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"But what are you gonna to do if you do see metal? It\u2019s a full tare-down . There is nothing you can do anyways at that point.  No one is going to crack their motor in half if you are a few flakes. Chances are you\u2019re gonna run it until or if it bombs. When you see metal, it\u2019s hurt beyond anything you can do from the outside already.  It\u2019s not really a problem in modern cars. Motors outlast the rest of the car in 99% of cases.","human_ref_B":"You can cut your oil filter open to inspect. Common for heavy duty inspections.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9696.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"sz3yy5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"I was just selling a car, and the check engine light flicked on for the first time ever when they buyer was plugging in an emmisions analyzer. Worst timing ever, or did they possibly turn the check engine light on manually some how?  Probably a dumb question, but I just gotta ask.  I have this car that I've been keeping in good condition the entire time I've owned it. at 150,000 miles I decided to sell it. They buyers asked \"is the check engine light on?\" they wanted to know before they started driving over to see it. Now, just to make super extra sure, I went and checked the car dashboard even though I have just driven it earlier, and knew the light was off. Yes the light was still off.  So they drive over which took them an hour, I drive to the front gate, and the check engine light is still off. I park, turn the car off, and they come take a look. The buyer plugged in his little emissions device, flicked the car on, and boom check engine light is on. Of course I'm flushed, trying to explain that it was not on just a second ago, but I just looked like a fuckin liar lol. Hell, I wouldn't believe me.  I really needed to sell the car, so they still made an offer and I sold it to them for a price way less than what I was shooting for. Anyways, looking back I'm thinking \"sweet mother of God that was very inconvenient timing... Dare I say a little *too* inconvenient? \ud83e\udd14\" Idk, I don't know anything about cars, I just **gotta** ask.","c_root_id_A":"hy25gqh","c_root_id_B":"hy1j6v2","created_at_utc_A":1645589446,"created_at_utc_B":1645579122,"score_A":25,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"\"Is the check engine light on\" is what i think makes it just too fishy.","human_ref_B":"Did you buy the car new or was it purchased used? Reason asking is cause the previous owner if purchased used could of just reset the check engine light for something, and this time it defaulted back to on after they plugged it in.  But yea, a little to convenient for it to turn on right as they plugged it in.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10324.0,"score_ratio":1.9230769231}
{"post_id":"sz3yy5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"I was just selling a car, and the check engine light flicked on for the first time ever when they buyer was plugging in an emmisions analyzer. Worst timing ever, or did they possibly turn the check engine light on manually some how?  Probably a dumb question, but I just gotta ask.  I have this car that I've been keeping in good condition the entire time I've owned it. at 150,000 miles I decided to sell it. They buyers asked \"is the check engine light on?\" they wanted to know before they started driving over to see it. Now, just to make super extra sure, I went and checked the car dashboard even though I have just driven it earlier, and knew the light was off. Yes the light was still off.  So they drive over which took them an hour, I drive to the front gate, and the check engine light is still off. I park, turn the car off, and they come take a look. The buyer plugged in his little emissions device, flicked the car on, and boom check engine light is on. Of course I'm flushed, trying to explain that it was not on just a second ago, but I just looked like a fuckin liar lol. Hell, I wouldn't believe me.  I really needed to sell the car, so they still made an offer and I sold it to them for a price way less than what I was shooting for. Anyways, looking back I'm thinking \"sweet mother of God that was very inconvenient timing... Dare I say a little *too* inconvenient? \ud83e\udd14\" Idk, I don't know anything about cars, I just **gotta** ask.","c_root_id_A":"hy2mf45","c_root_id_B":"hy38fy7","created_at_utc_A":1645599323,"created_at_utc_B":1645616981,"score_A":10,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Scam","human_ref_B":"The light came on, but did the reader pick up any codes? If no, then it was the reader. If it did then you'd know what the car thought was wrong, which could be any of a large number of things. I'm not gonna say you got scammed, but you may want to work on your negotiating lol.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17658.0,"score_ratio":1.1}
{"post_id":"sz3yy5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"I was just selling a car, and the check engine light flicked on for the first time ever when they buyer was plugging in an emmisions analyzer. Worst timing ever, or did they possibly turn the check engine light on manually some how?  Probably a dumb question, but I just gotta ask.  I have this car that I've been keeping in good condition the entire time I've owned it. at 150,000 miles I decided to sell it. They buyers asked \"is the check engine light on?\" they wanted to know before they started driving over to see it. Now, just to make super extra sure, I went and checked the car dashboard even though I have just driven it earlier, and knew the light was off. Yes the light was still off.  So they drive over which took them an hour, I drive to the front gate, and the check engine light is still off. I park, turn the car off, and they come take a look. The buyer plugged in his little emissions device, flicked the car on, and boom check engine light is on. Of course I'm flushed, trying to explain that it was not on just a second ago, but I just looked like a fuckin liar lol. Hell, I wouldn't believe me.  I really needed to sell the car, so they still made an offer and I sold it to them for a price way less than what I was shooting for. Anyways, looking back I'm thinking \"sweet mother of God that was very inconvenient timing... Dare I say a little *too* inconvenient? \ud83e\udd14\" Idk, I don't know anything about cars, I just **gotta** ask.","c_root_id_A":"hy38fy7","c_root_id_B":"hy370wg","created_at_utc_A":1645616981,"created_at_utc_B":1645615951,"score_A":11,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"The light came on, but did the reader pick up any codes? If no, then it was the reader. If it did then you'd know what the car thought was wrong, which could be any of a large number of things. I'm not gonna say you got scammed, but you may want to work on your negotiating lol.","human_ref_B":"Get your own odb reader for $30, reset it, and try to get the code again. You got scammed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1030.0,"score_ratio":1.1}
{"post_id":"sz3yy5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"I was just selling a car, and the check engine light flicked on for the first time ever when they buyer was plugging in an emmisions analyzer. Worst timing ever, or did they possibly turn the check engine light on manually some how?  Probably a dumb question, but I just gotta ask.  I have this car that I've been keeping in good condition the entire time I've owned it. at 150,000 miles I decided to sell it. They buyers asked \"is the check engine light on?\" they wanted to know before they started driving over to see it. Now, just to make super extra sure, I went and checked the car dashboard even though I have just driven it earlier, and knew the light was off. Yes the light was still off.  So they drive over which took them an hour, I drive to the front gate, and the check engine light is still off. I park, turn the car off, and they come take a look. The buyer plugged in his little emissions device, flicked the car on, and boom check engine light is on. Of course I'm flushed, trying to explain that it was not on just a second ago, but I just looked like a fuckin liar lol. Hell, I wouldn't believe me.  I really needed to sell the car, so they still made an offer and I sold it to them for a price way less than what I was shooting for. Anyways, looking back I'm thinking \"sweet mother of God that was very inconvenient timing... Dare I say a little *too* inconvenient? \ud83e\udd14\" Idk, I don't know anything about cars, I just **gotta** ask.","c_root_id_A":"hy38fy7","c_root_id_B":"hy38dsz","created_at_utc_A":1645616981,"created_at_utc_B":1645616939,"score_A":11,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"The light came on, but did the reader pick up any codes? If no, then it was the reader. If it did then you'd know what the car thought was wrong, which could be any of a large number of things. I'm not gonna say you got scammed, but you may want to work on your negotiating lol.","human_ref_B":"If the cel is on for a reason there should be a code to be read. What code is there? If there's no code then you have your answer.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":42.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"mmrn2j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What do you do when a car breaks down and you don't want to pay to get it repaired? Example: your car stops working on the road. You call to have it towed to the auto shop. The repair cost more than you are willing to pay. What are your options if that happens?","c_root_id_A":"gtt30wi","c_root_id_B":"gtt4g8n","created_at_utc_A":1617888255,"created_at_utc_B":1617888957,"score_A":20,"score_B":44,"human_ref_A":"Call a junkyard, they'll give you a couple hundred bucks usually and will pick it up with a tow truck. Or sell it for parts (you'll need to get it towed home or know a very nice mechanic who will store it for free).","human_ref_B":"sell to mechanic, sell to someone else,  tow it back to your house till you have the money or time to fix it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":702.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"lulaao","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How much should this work cost? Let me start off by saying I know very little to nothing about cars in general. Recently my Acura got a flat tire. I thought that meant that there was a hole in it so I would have to replace it, and therefore all 4 tires to keep them all the same. My roomate caught me scheduling the appointment and told me to wait. He went into the garage and brought out an air compressor and a jack. He inspected my tire, found a nail or something wedged in it, removed it, and fixed the tire somehow. He put air in it and it has been driving fine. So with his car knowledge he was able to save me a lot of money. I don't want his efforts to go unrewarded so I would like to pay him for it. How much does this kind of work usually cost? I'm not sure what a good amount would be.","c_root_id_A":"gp8gqet","c_root_id_B":"gp7s08e","created_at_utc_A":1614550401,"created_at_utc_B":1614542038,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Beer or food. Always pay back friends, there might be something you can help with in the future. Thats more than money is worth.","human_ref_B":"At Walmart, it\u2019s $15 for a flat repair if you didn\u2019t buy the tires from us, and\/or didn\u2019t buy the $10 warranty when purchasing the tires.   The kit to plug the tire yourself (though honestly not as high quality as the plugs we use) is about $10 and comes with the reamer, plugger, and about 5 plugs. Some of them come with rubber cement, too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8363.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lp5t2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What\u2019s that squeal sound when you first start up a car? I have a 2001 Tacoma with 165k on it.  Sometimes when I start it, it makes that brief squeal sound, I\u2019m guessing like a worn belt.  I checked the belts and they\u2019re in good shape.  Anything I can troubleshoot or do some maintenance on before it becomes a problem?","c_root_id_A":"go9jhbv","c_root_id_B":"go9kdy0","created_at_utc_A":1613940135,"created_at_utc_B":1613940571,"score_A":8,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"Loose belt. Check that tension is within spec.","human_ref_B":"usually its the belt or the tensioner.  sometimes power steering pump.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":436.0,"score_ratio":4.375}
{"post_id":"lp5t2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What\u2019s that squeal sound when you first start up a car? I have a 2001 Tacoma with 165k on it.  Sometimes when I start it, it makes that brief squeal sound, I\u2019m guessing like a worn belt.  I checked the belts and they\u2019re in good shape.  Anything I can troubleshoot or do some maintenance on before it becomes a problem?","c_root_id_A":"goalrdr","c_root_id_B":"goa237c","created_at_utc_A":1613959373,"created_at_utc_B":1613949142,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I had a 2001 tacoma that would squeal like a mofo when starting up. The belts were fine, just not tight enough. Adjust the tension and it should fix the issue","human_ref_B":"Probably the belt. If it were my truck I'd replace the fan clutch too, it's really common on toyotas that they get stiff and spin the fan up so fast that it's deafening","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10231.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"lp5t2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What\u2019s that squeal sound when you first start up a car? I have a 2001 Tacoma with 165k on it.  Sometimes when I start it, it makes that brief squeal sound, I\u2019m guessing like a worn belt.  I checked the belts and they\u2019re in good shape.  Anything I can troubleshoot or do some maintenance on before it becomes a problem?","c_root_id_A":"goa237c","c_root_id_B":"goazvj1","created_at_utc_A":1613949142,"created_at_utc_B":1613967047,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Probably the belt. If it were my truck I'd replace the fan clutch too, it's really common on toyotas that they get stiff and spin the fan up so fast that it's deafening","human_ref_B":"My Acadia Used to make a squealing noise on cold start ups only , it was low on power steering fluid, after adding some it went away, but now that means I got a leak! \ud83d\ude1f","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17905.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kasopm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why do personally spec\u2019d cars hold and sometimes increase their value while modified cars that have all the proper documentation to verify that the work was done professionally, sell at a loss of profit?","c_root_id_A":"gfd1eih","c_root_id_B":"gfd1dbc","created_at_utc_A":1607662317,"created_at_utc_B":1607662296,"score_A":29,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m going on a limb here and saying that the personal spec\u2019d is more desirable than a car with a ton of aftermarket simply because it was created like that from the factory.","human_ref_B":"Talking from a project car guy perspective, personally spec\u2019d cars are usually built for driving feel. Modified cars with all the paper work are usually built for power and have been beat on pretty hard. That\u2019s not a definite answer, but that\u2019s what I have generally seen. (Real car nerd that doesn\u2019t even like the car until it feels just right, vs someone who wanted to go fast and try to get their money back after resale)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21.0,"score_ratio":1.6111111111}
{"post_id":"kasopm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why do personally spec\u2019d cars hold and sometimes increase their value while modified cars that have all the proper documentation to verify that the work was done professionally, sell at a loss of profit?","c_root_id_A":"gfd2d5c","c_root_id_B":"gfd27kz","created_at_utc_A":1607662940,"created_at_utc_B":1607662844,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"People want to modify a car to their tastes, not yours.","human_ref_B":"because the factory does better work than the aftermarket *in most cases*.   is your car worth less with a small handful of random mods thrown at it? yes.   is your car worth less if there is a significant amount of money, spent in the right places, thrown at it? no.   just look at higher performance cars for proof. a stock C6 vette will always be cheaper than a 550whp c6 vette with **tasteful** mods.  but it all depends on the car, and the modifications.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":96.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"kasopm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why do personally spec\u2019d cars hold and sometimes increase their value while modified cars that have all the proper documentation to verify that the work was done professionally, sell at a loss of profit?","c_root_id_A":"gfd27kz","c_root_id_B":"gfd6tlu","created_at_utc_A":1607662844,"created_at_utc_B":1607666008,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"because the factory does better work than the aftermarket *in most cases*.   is your car worth less with a small handful of random mods thrown at it? yes.   is your car worth less if there is a significant amount of money, spent in the right places, thrown at it? no.   just look at higher performance cars for proof. a stock C6 vette will always be cheaper than a 550whp c6 vette with **tasteful** mods.  but it all depends on the car, and the modifications.","human_ref_B":"Documented that work was done by a shop doesn\u2019t guarantee that the shop has the slightest idea wtf they\u2019re doing. I spent several years at a shop un-fucking things people had already paid money to have done elsewhere.  Simply put; the more parts that have been removed, the more chances that things have been replaced by someone that didn\u2019t know\/care what they were doing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3164.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kasopm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why do personally spec\u2019d cars hold and sometimes increase their value while modified cars that have all the proper documentation to verify that the work was done professionally, sell at a loss of profit?","c_root_id_A":"gfdmuwz","c_root_id_B":"gfdjogx","created_at_utc_A":1607680405,"created_at_utc_B":1607677149,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The factory designed & tested every single part of that vehicle to work right, and work together, they spent millions making sure it all hangs together, works reliably (and keeps on working reliably for years), won't kill you in a crash, etc.  The factory know the car will always start at any temperature, that part A won't rattle against bracket B no matter how rough the roads,   &#x200B;  Modded stuff is almost *never* to the same standard - tune an engine up, it's now more stressed than the billion-dollar R&D team at the factory believed was smart. Tweak the suspension, it's now harsher or will behave differently under certain conditions. Aftermarket wiring and plumbing is often a total crapshoot, even when it looks neat it can be hiding stuff that the factory would never do, or make servicing a pain in the butt.  Now, people who mod cars *may not care* about the same stuff the factory does - the young dude with the roll cage & no rear seats doesn't care that a long journey in his car is like being locked inside a washing machine on spin cycle. The dude who tweaks the fuck out of his engine doesn't mind that it may not last the full 250,000 mile design life, etc. etc.  &#x200B;  Now, if I'm buying a car, if I see mods, all I can really know is that fuckery has been afoot and I have to think very hard about what compromises might've been made. Stuff can look clean and tidy and still catch fire 10 miles down the road.","human_ref_B":"Factory options make a car unique   Modified cars anyone can do in a backyard","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3256.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"kasopm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why do personally spec\u2019d cars hold and sometimes increase their value while modified cars that have all the proper documentation to verify that the work was done professionally, sell at a loss of profit?","c_root_id_A":"gfej88o","c_root_id_B":"gfdjogx","created_at_utc_A":1607703361,"created_at_utc_B":1607677149,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Purely a matter of perceived value by the collector community. It has nothing at all to do with practicality or quality.","human_ref_B":"Factory options make a car unique   Modified cars anyone can do in a backyard","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26212.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"kasopm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why do personally spec\u2019d cars hold and sometimes increase their value while modified cars that have all the proper documentation to verify that the work was done professionally, sell at a loss of profit?","c_root_id_A":"gfe2oml","c_root_id_B":"gfej88o","created_at_utc_A":1607694348,"created_at_utc_B":1607703361,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Vehicle modifications tend to decrease reliability, comfort, etc. Also, they're built by someone, for someone, who was looking for a very specific driving experience. This makes them very niche and therefore worth less in the market.","human_ref_B":"Purely a matter of perceived value by the collector community. It has nothing at all to do with practicality or quality.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9013.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k4mik3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Anyone ever bought a used car where the previous owner smoked in it? I'm looking at a used car with a leather seat interior. Only thing is, the car has a slight cigarette smell in it. Is there any way to get rid of this, or at-least mask it?","c_root_id_A":"ge9lzj5","c_root_id_B":"ge9lvxc","created_at_utc_A":1606836984,"created_at_utc_B":1606836934,"score_A":45,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"There is no way in hell I would buy a smoked in car. It is impossible to take out, it reduces value significantly, and it intensifies with the weather. Every breath you take will give you that smoke taste too.   You could replace all the seats and change the cabin air filter but the smoke is absorbed into all the car materials. You couldn\u2019t pay me enough to own it.","human_ref_B":"Ozone treatment, call a local car detailer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":50.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
{"post_id":"k4mik3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Anyone ever bought a used car where the previous owner smoked in it? I'm looking at a used car with a leather seat interior. Only thing is, the car has a slight cigarette smell in it. Is there any way to get rid of this, or at-least mask it?","c_root_id_A":"ge9nqxl","c_root_id_B":"ge9njej","created_at_utc_A":1606837852,"created_at_utc_B":1606837750,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Yes. And it was a 9 hour drive to get it home.  What I did:  disassembled the plastic panels around and leading to the outlet vents.  Got in there with alcohol soaked wands and elongated surgical clamps with soaked cotton rags and cotton balls and wiped it down until the brown goo was gone. Then sprayed in Lysol odor control, heavy dose.  I wet-cleaned every surface, air dried, then sprayed with Lysol.  The mats were hosed down on the driveway and soaked with soapy hot water and left to dry, then Lysol.   The car stank of Lysol for a few weeks but it eventually dissipated and the car was fine.  A knowledgeable detailer probably has better ideas and products to recommend. DO take apart the ductwork as best you can.","human_ref_B":"Yup. CPO Mazdaspeed3 in 2016 which was all cloth. Ozone did well, I'd say like 85% removed. But you could still smell it for probably a year especially after not being in the car for a while.    If you have other options I would look else where but if this is a one off unicorn car it wouldn't be a deal breaker for me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":102.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"k4mik3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Anyone ever bought a used car where the previous owner smoked in it? I'm looking at a used car with a leather seat interior. Only thing is, the car has a slight cigarette smell in it. Is there any way to get rid of this, or at-least mask it?","c_root_id_A":"ge9nt6t","c_root_id_B":"ge9njej","created_at_utc_A":1606837883,"created_at_utc_B":1606837750,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"My first car was owned by an old guy who smoked a pipe religiously. I took it to a detailer and I don't know what he did, but when he was done, you'd have no idea anybody ever smoked in it. No smell, no stains, no tar, nothing.  It could be that pipe smoke is less bad than cigarette smoke? But I had no issues and the car wasn't gross at all after being cleaned out.","human_ref_B":"Yup. CPO Mazdaspeed3 in 2016 which was all cloth. Ozone did well, I'd say like 85% removed. But you could still smell it for probably a year especially after not being in the car for a while.    If you have other options I would look else where but if this is a one off unicorn car it wouldn't be a deal breaker for me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":133.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmodb9","c_root_id_B":"fzmoz97","created_at_utc_A":1596036825,"created_at_utc_B":1596037150,"score_A":9,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"My dad's daily driver is currently at 162(?)k miles.  It's a 2004 Jeep Liberty but it has like 5 codes.  The codes I remember looking up relate to multiple cylinder misfire, a faulty engine oil sensor, and a bad TCM. (P0300, 522, and 700 are the ones I remember.)    Basically I always worry when I'm going over 50 MPH because a long while ago I was going up a hilly section of a parkway when the car decided to drop maybe 2 gears and jump to 5k RPMs, and then it stayed in that one gear for the rest of that ride until I turned the car off.  The car had no low end torque whatsoever when it was stuck in that one gear.  I rarely use it now and my dad is only using it as a daily to work.  But when I do I try not to floor it too hard or else I'll drop 2 gears again.","human_ref_B":"330k on a 99 Jeep Cherokee I sold a while back. Thing was a pile but it never stopped running","labels":0,"seconds_difference":325.0,"score_ratio":1.7777777778}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmoz97","c_root_id_B":"fzmok8v","created_at_utc_A":1596037150,"created_at_utc_B":1596036928,"score_A":16,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"330k on a 99 Jeep Cherokee I sold a while back. Thing was a pile but it never stopped running","human_ref_B":"I put 205,000 miles on a 2006 Mazda 6.  I bought it new, originally for my wife to use for an hour long commute, but then we moved, and it became my car for an hour long commute.  She drove it for the first 125k, I drove it the rest.  I sold it in 2016 to a friend who drove it another 25,000 miles, but by then it leaked oil, and she forgot to top it off, so that finally killed it sometime in 2018.  Edit:  When the car had less than 30,000 miles, we took it to a shop for an oil change.  We dropped it off in the afternoon, and picked it up first thing in the morning so my wife could drive to work.  She made it almost all the way when the engine overheated, and all the dash lights went crazy.  The shop didn't install the oil filter properly, and it lost all the oil, jumped timing, etc.  It was towed to a dealership, where they reset the timing, and put a new oil filter cap on it.  It ran perfectly after that.  When we moved in 2012, we tried to sell the car to my wife's brother, but he didn't know how to drive a stick shift.  He destroyed the clutch after 5 days, then refused to pay for the car, or the damage, so we put a clutch in it, and drove the \"piece of shit\" (as he called it) for another 80,000 mostly trouble free miles.  I had to put a wheel bearing in it at 175,000 miles, and replace the catalytic converter at 190,000 miles, but otherwise, it was just oil changes, brakes, and tires.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":222.0,"score_ratio":2.2857142857}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo11h","c_root_id_B":"fzmoz97","created_at_utc_A":1596036639,"created_at_utc_B":1596037150,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","human_ref_B":"330k on a 99 Jeep Cherokee I sold a while back. Thing was a pile but it never stopped running","labels":0,"seconds_difference":511.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmoz97","c_root_id_B":"fzmo9go","created_at_utc_A":1596037150,"created_at_utc_B":1596036766,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"330k on a 99 Jeep Cherokee I sold a while back. Thing was a pile but it never stopped running","human_ref_B":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":384.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmp8y8","c_root_id_B":"fzmodb9","created_at_utc_A":1596037293,"created_at_utc_B":1596036825,"score_A":16,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently at 230,000 miles on my 2014 Mustang GT.","human_ref_B":"My dad's daily driver is currently at 162(?)k miles.  It's a 2004 Jeep Liberty but it has like 5 codes.  The codes I remember looking up relate to multiple cylinder misfire, a faulty engine oil sensor, and a bad TCM. (P0300, 522, and 700 are the ones I remember.)    Basically I always worry when I'm going over 50 MPH because a long while ago I was going up a hilly section of a parkway when the car decided to drop maybe 2 gears and jump to 5k RPMs, and then it stayed in that one gear for the rest of that ride until I turned the car off.  The car had no low end torque whatsoever when it was stuck in that one gear.  I rarely use it now and my dad is only using it as a daily to work.  But when I do I try not to floor it too hard or else I'll drop 2 gears again.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":468.0,"score_ratio":1.7777777778}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmok8v","c_root_id_B":"fzmp8y8","created_at_utc_A":1596036928,"created_at_utc_B":1596037293,"score_A":7,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"I put 205,000 miles on a 2006 Mazda 6.  I bought it new, originally for my wife to use for an hour long commute, but then we moved, and it became my car for an hour long commute.  She drove it for the first 125k, I drove it the rest.  I sold it in 2016 to a friend who drove it another 25,000 miles, but by then it leaked oil, and she forgot to top it off, so that finally killed it sometime in 2018.  Edit:  When the car had less than 30,000 miles, we took it to a shop for an oil change.  We dropped it off in the afternoon, and picked it up first thing in the morning so my wife could drive to work.  She made it almost all the way when the engine overheated, and all the dash lights went crazy.  The shop didn't install the oil filter properly, and it lost all the oil, jumped timing, etc.  It was towed to a dealership, where they reset the timing, and put a new oil filter cap on it.  It ran perfectly after that.  When we moved in 2012, we tried to sell the car to my wife's brother, but he didn't know how to drive a stick shift.  He destroyed the clutch after 5 days, then refused to pay for the car, or the damage, so we put a clutch in it, and drove the \"piece of shit\" (as he called it) for another 80,000 mostly trouble free miles.  I had to put a wheel bearing in it at 175,000 miles, and replace the catalytic converter at 190,000 miles, but otherwise, it was just oil changes, brakes, and tires.","human_ref_B":"I'm currently at 230,000 miles on my 2014 Mustang GT.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":365.0,"score_ratio":2.2857142857}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmp8y8","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596037293,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":16,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently at 230,000 miles on my 2014 Mustang GT.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":654.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmp8y8","c_root_id_B":"fzmo9go","created_at_utc_A":1596037293,"created_at_utc_B":1596036766,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm currently at 230,000 miles on my 2014 Mustang GT.","human_ref_B":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":527.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmodb9","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596036825,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My dad's daily driver is currently at 162(?)k miles.  It's a 2004 Jeep Liberty but it has like 5 codes.  The codes I remember looking up relate to multiple cylinder misfire, a faulty engine oil sensor, and a bad TCM. (P0300, 522, and 700 are the ones I remember.)    Basically I always worry when I'm going over 50 MPH because a long while ago I was going up a hilly section of a parkway when the car decided to drop maybe 2 gears and jump to 5k RPMs, and then it stayed in that one gear for the rest of that ride until I turned the car off.  The car had no low end torque whatsoever when it was stuck in that one gear.  I rarely use it now and my dad is only using it as a daily to work.  But when I do I try not to floor it too hard or else I'll drop 2 gears again.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":186.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmodb9","c_root_id_B":"fzmo9go","created_at_utc_A":1596036825,"created_at_utc_B":1596036766,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My dad's daily driver is currently at 162(?)k miles.  It's a 2004 Jeep Liberty but it has like 5 codes.  The codes I remember looking up relate to multiple cylinder misfire, a faulty engine oil sensor, and a bad TCM. (P0300, 522, and 700 are the ones I remember.)    Basically I always worry when I'm going over 50 MPH because a long while ago I was going up a hilly section of a parkway when the car decided to drop maybe 2 gears and jump to 5k RPMs, and then it stayed in that one gear for the rest of that ride until I turned the car off.  The car had no low end torque whatsoever when it was stuck in that one gear.  I rarely use it now and my dad is only using it as a daily to work.  But when I do I try not to floor it too hard or else I'll drop 2 gears again.","human_ref_B":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":59.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmtkiy","c_root_id_B":"fzmok8v","created_at_utc_A":1596039594,"created_at_utc_B":1596036928,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Had 286,000 miles on an 89 Accord when I sold it for $6k back in 2002. Ran like a dream.","human_ref_B":"I put 205,000 miles on a 2006 Mazda 6.  I bought it new, originally for my wife to use for an hour long commute, but then we moved, and it became my car for an hour long commute.  She drove it for the first 125k, I drove it the rest.  I sold it in 2016 to a friend who drove it another 25,000 miles, but by then it leaked oil, and she forgot to top it off, so that finally killed it sometime in 2018.  Edit:  When the car had less than 30,000 miles, we took it to a shop for an oil change.  We dropped it off in the afternoon, and picked it up first thing in the morning so my wife could drive to work.  She made it almost all the way when the engine overheated, and all the dash lights went crazy.  The shop didn't install the oil filter properly, and it lost all the oil, jumped timing, etc.  It was towed to a dealership, where they reset the timing, and put a new oil filter cap on it.  It ran perfectly after that.  When we moved in 2012, we tried to sell the car to my wife's brother, but he didn't know how to drive a stick shift.  He destroyed the clutch after 5 days, then refused to pay for the car, or the damage, so we put a clutch in it, and drove the \"piece of shit\" (as he called it) for another 80,000 mostly trouble free miles.  I had to put a wheel bearing in it at 175,000 miles, and replace the catalytic converter at 190,000 miles, but otherwise, it was just oil changes, brakes, and tires.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2666.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmsbyp","c_root_id_B":"fzmtkiy","created_at_utc_A":1596038948,"created_at_utc_B":1596039594,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I currently have a 1997 Nissan Altima with 218,000 that is my 15 year old daughter's daily driver. Never had any major work it had 82,000 miles when we bought it. Bought it 15 years ago. I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 that has 187,000 I bought 11 years ago. I took out the automatic transmission and replaced it with a 5 speed manual by choice. No major repairs just matiance on both of those. My wife drives a 2002 BMW X5. That has 192,546 but I have rebuilt the transmission replaced the timing chains and guides and  rebuilt the front differential plus normal maintenance stuff. EDIT: I have done all of the mechanical work on all three vehicles myself.","human_ref_B":"Had 286,000 miles on an 89 Accord when I sold it for $6k back in 2002. Ran like a dream.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":646.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpb0r","c_root_id_B":"fzmtkiy","created_at_utc_A":1596037325,"created_at_utc_B":1596039594,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"1985 Dodge Aries Wagon  316k. Never even had the transmission fluid replaced. Still ran when it went to the junk yard. The guy said they were going to use it around the lot to carry their oxy torch setup.","human_ref_B":"Had 286,000 miles on an 89 Accord when I sold it for $6k back in 2002. Ran like a dream.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2269.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmtkiy","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596039594,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Had 286,000 miles on an 89 Accord when I sold it for $6k back in 2002. Ran like a dream.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2955.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpkxa","c_root_id_B":"fzmtkiy","created_at_utc_A":1596037473,"created_at_utc_B":1596039594,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Pulled the original engine from my '93 240SX at 320k on a broken odometer, but probably not much over that. It still ran and drove okay but was burning enough oil to fail a sniffer test.","human_ref_B":"Had 286,000 miles on an 89 Accord when I sold it for $6k back in 2002. Ran like a dream.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2121.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo9go","c_root_id_B":"fzmtkiy","created_at_utc_A":1596036766,"created_at_utc_B":1596039594,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","human_ref_B":"Had 286,000 miles on an 89 Accord when I sold it for $6k back in 2002. Ran like a dream.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2828.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmok8v","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596036928,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I put 205,000 miles on a 2006 Mazda 6.  I bought it new, originally for my wife to use for an hour long commute, but then we moved, and it became my car for an hour long commute.  She drove it for the first 125k, I drove it the rest.  I sold it in 2016 to a friend who drove it another 25,000 miles, but by then it leaked oil, and she forgot to top it off, so that finally killed it sometime in 2018.  Edit:  When the car had less than 30,000 miles, we took it to a shop for an oil change.  We dropped it off in the afternoon, and picked it up first thing in the morning so my wife could drive to work.  She made it almost all the way when the engine overheated, and all the dash lights went crazy.  The shop didn't install the oil filter properly, and it lost all the oil, jumped timing, etc.  It was towed to a dealership, where they reset the timing, and put a new oil filter cap on it.  It ran perfectly after that.  When we moved in 2012, we tried to sell the car to my wife's brother, but he didn't know how to drive a stick shift.  He destroyed the clutch after 5 days, then refused to pay for the car, or the damage, so we put a clutch in it, and drove the \"piece of shit\" (as he called it) for another 80,000 mostly trouble free miles.  I had to put a wheel bearing in it at 175,000 miles, and replace the catalytic converter at 190,000 miles, but otherwise, it was just oil changes, brakes, and tires.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":289.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmok8v","c_root_id_B":"fzmo9go","created_at_utc_A":1596036928,"created_at_utc_B":1596036766,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I put 205,000 miles on a 2006 Mazda 6.  I bought it new, originally for my wife to use for an hour long commute, but then we moved, and it became my car for an hour long commute.  She drove it for the first 125k, I drove it the rest.  I sold it in 2016 to a friend who drove it another 25,000 miles, but by then it leaked oil, and she forgot to top it off, so that finally killed it sometime in 2018.  Edit:  When the car had less than 30,000 miles, we took it to a shop for an oil change.  We dropped it off in the afternoon, and picked it up first thing in the morning so my wife could drive to work.  She made it almost all the way when the engine overheated, and all the dash lights went crazy.  The shop didn't install the oil filter properly, and it lost all the oil, jumped timing, etc.  It was towed to a dealership, where they reset the timing, and put a new oil filter cap on it.  It ran perfectly after that.  When we moved in 2012, we tried to sell the car to my wife's brother, but he didn't know how to drive a stick shift.  He destroyed the clutch after 5 days, then refused to pay for the car, or the damage, so we put a clutch in it, and drove the \"piece of shit\" (as he called it) for another 80,000 mostly trouble free miles.  I had to put a wheel bearing in it at 175,000 miles, and replace the catalytic converter at 190,000 miles, but otherwise, it was just oil changes, brakes, and tires.","human_ref_B":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":162.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmsbyp","c_root_id_B":"fzmpb0r","created_at_utc_A":1596038948,"created_at_utc_B":1596037325,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I currently have a 1997 Nissan Altima with 218,000 that is my 15 year old daughter's daily driver. Never had any major work it had 82,000 miles when we bought it. Bought it 15 years ago. I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 that has 187,000 I bought 11 years ago. I took out the automatic transmission and replaced it with a 5 speed manual by choice. No major repairs just matiance on both of those. My wife drives a 2002 BMW X5. That has 192,546 but I have rebuilt the transmission replaced the timing chains and guides and  rebuilt the front differential plus normal maintenance stuff. EDIT: I have done all of the mechanical work on all three vehicles myself.","human_ref_B":"1985 Dodge Aries Wagon  316k. Never even had the transmission fluid replaced. Still ran when it went to the junk yard. The guy said they were going to use it around the lot to carry their oxy torch setup.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1623.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo11h","c_root_id_B":"fzmsbyp","created_at_utc_A":1596036639,"created_at_utc_B":1596038948,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","human_ref_B":"I currently have a 1997 Nissan Altima with 218,000 that is my 15 year old daughter's daily driver. Never had any major work it had 82,000 miles when we bought it. Bought it 15 years ago. I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 that has 187,000 I bought 11 years ago. I took out the automatic transmission and replaced it with a 5 speed manual by choice. No major repairs just matiance on both of those. My wife drives a 2002 BMW X5. That has 192,546 but I have rebuilt the transmission replaced the timing chains and guides and  rebuilt the front differential plus normal maintenance stuff. EDIT: I have done all of the mechanical work on all three vehicles myself.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2309.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpkxa","c_root_id_B":"fzmsbyp","created_at_utc_A":1596037473,"created_at_utc_B":1596038948,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Pulled the original engine from my '93 240SX at 320k on a broken odometer, but probably not much over that. It still ran and drove okay but was burning enough oil to fail a sniffer test.","human_ref_B":"I currently have a 1997 Nissan Altima with 218,000 that is my 15 year old daughter's daily driver. Never had any major work it had 82,000 miles when we bought it. Bought it 15 years ago. I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 that has 187,000 I bought 11 years ago. I took out the automatic transmission and replaced it with a 5 speed manual by choice. No major repairs just matiance on both of those. My wife drives a 2002 BMW X5. That has 192,546 but I have rebuilt the transmission replaced the timing chains and guides and  rebuilt the front differential plus normal maintenance stuff. EDIT: I have done all of the mechanical work on all three vehicles myself.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1475.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo9go","c_root_id_B":"fzmsbyp","created_at_utc_A":1596036766,"created_at_utc_B":1596038948,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","human_ref_B":"I currently have a 1997 Nissan Altima with 218,000 that is my 15 year old daughter's daily driver. Never had any major work it had 82,000 miles when we bought it. Bought it 15 years ago. I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 that has 187,000 I bought 11 years ago. I took out the automatic transmission and replaced it with a 5 speed manual by choice. No major repairs just matiance on both of those. My wife drives a 2002 BMW X5. That has 192,546 but I have rebuilt the transmission replaced the timing chains and guides and  rebuilt the front differential plus normal maintenance stuff. EDIT: I have done all of the mechanical work on all three vehicles myself.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2182.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzndrhd","c_root_id_B":"fzmpb0r","created_at_utc_A":1596049468,"created_at_utc_B":1596037325,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"1996 ford E350 van, it was my work service vehicle. I would average about 70,000 miles a year. By the time I got a new one roughy 8 years later I had just broke 470,000 miles with the original engine and transmission. I went through two water pumps, 3 alternators, a steering rack, 6 brake jobs, two ac compressors, a few different sensors, and a valve train adjustment about half way through. She was then made a random lot vehicle that other employees drove when theirs broke down, and drove another 3 years before she finally died (transmission) at just over 500,000 miles.","human_ref_B":"1985 Dodge Aries Wagon  316k. Never even had the transmission fluid replaced. Still ran when it went to the junk yard. The guy said they were going to use it around the lot to carry their oxy torch setup.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12143.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpkxa","c_root_id_B":"fzmpb0r","created_at_utc_A":1596037473,"created_at_utc_B":1596037325,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Pulled the original engine from my '93 240SX at 320k on a broken odometer, but probably not much over that. It still ran and drove okay but was burning enough oil to fail a sniffer test.","human_ref_B":"1985 Dodge Aries Wagon  316k. Never even had the transmission fluid replaced. Still ran when it went to the junk yard. The guy said they were going to use it around the lot to carry their oxy torch setup.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":148.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpb0r","c_root_id_B":"fznefjy","created_at_utc_A":1596037325,"created_at_utc_B":1596049780,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"1985 Dodge Aries Wagon  316k. Never even had the transmission fluid replaced. Still ran when it went to the junk yard. The guy said they were going to use it around the lot to carry their oxy torch setup.","human_ref_B":"The longest I ever went was 320k miles on a 2001 Chevy Prizm (Toyota Corolla). I sold it for $300 to a highschool kid. No idea if it's still running.     I currently have a 1999 Saturn SL2 at 286k miles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12455.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpb0r","c_root_id_B":"fzmo9go","created_at_utc_A":1596037325,"created_at_utc_B":1596036766,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"1985 Dodge Aries Wagon  316k. Never even had the transmission fluid replaced. Still ran when it went to the junk yard. The guy said they were going to use it around the lot to carry their oxy torch setup.","human_ref_B":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":559.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzndrhd","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596049468,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"1996 ford E350 van, it was my work service vehicle. I would average about 70,000 miles a year. By the time I got a new one roughy 8 years later I had just broke 470,000 miles with the original engine and transmission. I went through two water pumps, 3 alternators, a steering rack, 6 brake jobs, two ac compressors, a few different sensors, and a valve train adjustment about half way through. She was then made a random lot vehicle that other employees drove when theirs broke down, and drove another 3 years before she finally died (transmission) at just over 500,000 miles.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12829.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo9go","c_root_id_B":"fzndrhd","created_at_utc_A":1596036766,"created_at_utc_B":1596049468,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","human_ref_B":"1996 ford E350 van, it was my work service vehicle. I would average about 70,000 miles a year. By the time I got a new one roughy 8 years later I had just broke 470,000 miles with the original engine and transmission. I went through two water pumps, 3 alternators, a steering rack, 6 brake jobs, two ac compressors, a few different sensors, and a valve train adjustment about half way through. She was then made a random lot vehicle that other employees drove when theirs broke down, and drove another 3 years before she finally died (transmission) at just over 500,000 miles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12702.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmwokg","c_root_id_B":"fzndrhd","created_at_utc_A":1596041228,"created_at_utc_B":1596049468,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"318k 1988 ford ranger","human_ref_B":"1996 ford E350 van, it was my work service vehicle. I would average about 70,000 miles a year. By the time I got a new one roughy 8 years later I had just broke 470,000 miles with the original engine and transmission. I went through two water pumps, 3 alternators, a steering rack, 6 brake jobs, two ac compressors, a few different sensors, and a valve train adjustment about half way through. She was then made a random lot vehicle that other employees drove when theirs broke down, and drove another 3 years before she finally died (transmission) at just over 500,000 miles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8240.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo9go","c_root_id_B":"fzngjrl","created_at_utc_A":1596036766,"created_at_utc_B":1596050764,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve got 220k on my 89 Corolla daily and it still has the factory clutch","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13998.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmwokg","c_root_id_B":"fzngjrl","created_at_utc_A":1596041228,"created_at_utc_B":1596050764,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"318k 1988 ford ranger","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve got 220k on my 89 Corolla daily and it still has the factory clutch","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9536.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpkxa","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596037473,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Pulled the original engine from my '93 240SX at 320k on a broken odometer, but probably not much over that. It still ran and drove okay but was burning enough oil to fail a sniffer test.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":834.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fznefjy","c_root_id_B":"fzmo11h","created_at_utc_A":1596049780,"created_at_utc_B":1596036639,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The longest I ever went was 320k miles on a 2001 Chevy Prizm (Toyota Corolla). I sold it for $300 to a highschool kid. No idea if it's still running.     I currently have a 1999 Saturn SL2 at 286k miles.","human_ref_B":"269k, 97 LX450 and hadn't have the headgasket or any major engine service done before I got it at \\~ 261k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13141.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmpkxa","c_root_id_B":"fzmo9go","created_at_utc_A":1596037473,"created_at_utc_B":1596036766,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Pulled the original engine from my '93 240SX at 320k on a broken odometer, but probably not much over that. It still ran and drove okay but was burning enough oil to fail a sniffer test.","human_ref_B":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":707.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fzmo9go","c_root_id_B":"fznefjy","created_at_utc_A":1596036766,"created_at_utc_B":1596049780,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"250k Miles on a 1997 Saturn SC2 it was my first car and I have it to this very day","human_ref_B":"The longest I ever went was 320k miles on a 2001 Chevy Prizm (Toyota Corolla). I sold it for $300 to a highschool kid. No idea if it's still running.     I currently have a 1999 Saturn SL2 at 286k miles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13014.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"i02385","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the most miles you\u2019ve had on a car? Rules: no engine or transmission replacement.","c_root_id_A":"fznefjy","c_root_id_B":"fzmwokg","created_at_utc_A":1596049780,"created_at_utc_B":1596041228,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The longest I ever went was 320k miles on a 2001 Chevy Prizm (Toyota Corolla). I sold it for $300 to a highschool kid. No idea if it's still running.     I currently have a 1999 Saturn SL2 at 286k miles.","human_ref_B":"318k 1988 ford ranger","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8552.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"hxmscp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What is the stigma behind a transmission flush ruining a transmission? And why is that a thing is there any science behind it?","c_root_id_A":"fz7cl4v","c_root_id_B":"fz7nl43","created_at_utc_A":1595691302,"created_at_utc_B":1595697389,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"This is one of the worst bullshit ever. I change my transmission fluids every year on my track car, and I can tell you than changing it will cause more problem than the opposite.  That's the same BS than the guys stating that using synthetic fluid will cause an engine to leak.  If your transmission fails following an oil change, it was about to fail anyway.","human_ref_B":"3 auto makers -- Honda, Chrysler, and Kia, have recommended against flushing transmissions, but Honda terminology says draining and refilling the transmission 3 times is flushing it. Apparently GM allows flushing the transmission by pumping fluid through it, but they require using a tool that limits the pumping pressure.    The idea against a power flush is that pumping fluid will kick up debris that's long settled in the valve body and can make the valves get stuck.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6087.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"eoo2nz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How to clean a moldy interior? My friends father had to leave his car to waste away for over a year now. My friend wants to clean it before his father gets back to surprise him. How does he go about returning it to its former glory? Carpet cleaning vac? Shit ton of bleach? Or should we just set the damn thing on fire?   here\u2019s a pic","c_root_id_A":"fee18mo","c_root_id_B":"fedysdb","created_at_utc_A":1579024279,"created_at_utc_B":1579022743,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Google match the type of mold. From there, Google will tell you the best course of action for that type of mold. Alternatively, see if you can find a janitor supply store and they'll let you know.   Always clean past the mold, since spores can be almost microscopic.   Bleach and\/or water will completely destroy those leather seats. That is terrible advice.  Use leather cleaner when you're done.","human_ref_B":"Vinegar and water- but and this is a BIG BUTT- it will come back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1536.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"4tyl8k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Why do rev limiters bounce rather than stay at the limited RPM?","c_root_id_A":"d5lkn33","c_root_id_B":"d5lr4gd","created_at_utc_A":1469139707,"created_at_utc_B":1469149880,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It's a little easier to cut fuel completely than to try to figure out exactly how much fuel\/timing\/etc is needed to maintain a specific engine speed, especially when outside conditions like throttle open % can vary so much despite it redlining. It has the added bonus of giving the driver a very clear \"Something is wrong, stop doing that\" behavior.  FWIW most stock cars use a fuel cut instead of a spark cut. Sending unburnt fuel down a hot exhaust can be dangerous. Some aftermarket launch controllers\/2steps use a spark cut because that unburnt fuel can be used to spool turbos. But still, dangerous for the components involved.","human_ref_B":"It depends on the car, the ones with electronic throttles don't bounce because they just hold the throttle.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10173.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u2bxd","c_root_id_B":"i5tk7hp","created_at_utc_A":1650683250,"created_at_utc_B":1650674414,"score_A":16,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"C5 Corvette, hands down.  Unfortunately they've gone up a lot in the past few years.  Used to be able to get a decent base model for a bit over 10k and a Z06 for mid-teens, but those days are long gone","human_ref_B":"Miata, BRZ\/86 twins is almost certainly going to be the answer.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8836.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u0r4p","c_root_id_B":"i5u2bxd","created_at_utc_A":1650682439,"created_at_utc_B":1650683250,"score_A":2,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Miata is the best for the last two.   V8 Camero is also an option for speed and acceleration.  Hard to find all 4","human_ref_B":"C5 Corvette, hands down.  Unfortunately they've gone up a lot in the past few years.  Used to be able to get a decent base model for a bit over 10k and a Z06 for mid-teens, but those days are long gone","labels":0,"seconds_difference":811.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u20cb","c_root_id_B":"i5u2bxd","created_at_utc_A":1650683081,"created_at_utc_B":1650683250,"score_A":2,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"370z","human_ref_B":"C5 Corvette, hands down.  Unfortunately they've gone up a lot in the past few years.  Used to be able to get a decent base model for a bit over 10k and a Z06 for mid-teens, but those days are long gone","labels":0,"seconds_difference":169.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u2bxd","c_root_id_B":"i5ttp47","created_at_utc_A":1650683250,"created_at_utc_B":1650678955,"score_A":16,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"C5 Corvette, hands down.  Unfortunately they've gone up a lot in the past few years.  Used to be able to get a decent base model for a bit over 10k and a Z06 for mid-teens, but those days are long gone","human_ref_B":"Miata is always the answer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4295.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u4rfb","c_root_id_B":"i5u44cg","created_at_utc_A":1650684562,"created_at_utc_B":1650684208,"score_A":13,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"ITT: people who have no idea what a sports car is.","human_ref_B":"If you live in the U.S., I'd say a Mustang. They've been around forever, so parts are plentiful and reasonable. Easy to find someone who knows how to work on them. They come with some really powerful engine options, so the frames and basics are sturdy and there are so many of them, you'll have some choices in your price range.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":354.0,"score_ratio":1.0833333333}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5tk7hp","c_root_id_B":"i5u4rfb","created_at_utc_A":1650674414,"created_at_utc_B":1650684562,"score_A":8,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Miata, BRZ\/86 twins is almost certainly going to be the answer.","human_ref_B":"ITT: people who have no idea what a sports car is.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10148.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u0r4p","c_root_id_B":"i5u4rfb","created_at_utc_A":1650682439,"created_at_utc_B":1650684562,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Miata is the best for the last two.   V8 Camero is also an option for speed and acceleration.  Hard to find all 4","human_ref_B":"ITT: people who have no idea what a sports car is.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2123.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u4rfb","c_root_id_B":"i5u20cb","created_at_utc_A":1650684562,"created_at_utc_B":1650683081,"score_A":13,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"ITT: people who have no idea what a sports car is.","human_ref_B":"370z","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1481.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ttp47","c_root_id_B":"i5u4rfb","created_at_utc_A":1650678955,"created_at_utc_B":1650684562,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Miata is always the answer","human_ref_B":"ITT: people who have no idea what a sports car is.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5607.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5tk7hp","c_root_id_B":"i5u44cg","created_at_utc_A":1650674414,"created_at_utc_B":1650684208,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Miata, BRZ\/86 twins is almost certainly going to be the answer.","human_ref_B":"If you live in the U.S., I'd say a Mustang. They've been around forever, so parts are plentiful and reasonable. Easy to find someone who knows how to work on them. They come with some really powerful engine options, so the frames and basics are sturdy and there are so many of them, you'll have some choices in your price range.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9794.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u44cg","c_root_id_B":"i5u0r4p","created_at_utc_A":1650684208,"created_at_utc_B":1650682439,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you live in the U.S., I'd say a Mustang. They've been around forever, so parts are plentiful and reasonable. Easy to find someone who knows how to work on them. They come with some really powerful engine options, so the frames and basics are sturdy and there are so many of them, you'll have some choices in your price range.","human_ref_B":"Miata is the best for the last two.   V8 Camero is also an option for speed and acceleration.  Hard to find all 4","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1769.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u44cg","c_root_id_B":"i5u20cb","created_at_utc_A":1650684208,"created_at_utc_B":1650683081,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you live in the U.S., I'd say a Mustang. They've been around forever, so parts are plentiful and reasonable. Easy to find someone who knows how to work on them. They come with some really powerful engine options, so the frames and basics are sturdy and there are so many of them, you'll have some choices in your price range.","human_ref_B":"370z","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1127.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ttp47","c_root_id_B":"i5u44cg","created_at_utc_A":1650678955,"created_at_utc_B":1650684208,"score_A":2,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Miata is always the answer","human_ref_B":"If you live in the U.S., I'd say a Mustang. They've been around forever, so parts are plentiful and reasonable. Easy to find someone who knows how to work on them. They come with some really powerful engine options, so the frames and basics are sturdy and there are so many of them, you'll have some choices in your price range.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5253.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ur632","c_root_id_B":"i5viz12","created_at_utc_A":1650700065,"created_at_utc_B":1650720429,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"everybodys expecting me to say the usual: mazda miata. but its missing the speed part.  a good corvette will run you far north of 20k to get it where you actually want  alternatives:  police chevy PPV: holden statesman without the leather inside.  chevy SS: holden commodore with steering on its opposite side  pontiac G8: holden commodore 4 door   pontiac GTO: holden monaro coupe.  all 3 of those fitted with the LS V8. and are basically are australian made corvettes so they are assembled properly lol. not many people know what they are so they fly under the radar.  Ford (Mercury) Capri. for those that dont know: in europe, uk and america etc give a capri a road surface and you will be on the podium.  in the usa the RX-7 is still a cheap car it just hasnt got fuel economy on its side neither its brother the RX-8. but they are good handling cars if you get rid of the rotary for a good 4 cylinder engine and you have a great package.  Infinity G20: (Nissan Primera) these used to be a great package in the 90s and 2000s as they were dominating the BTCC (brittish touring car championchips) but still not as much as the...  Ford Contour\/Fusion (Ford Mondeo) in the hands of ex F1 champ Nigel Mansell and Paul Radisich no one got near the pair of ford mondeos in the BTCC and the Fusion now has EcoBoost and those engines you dont go to sleep on.  if you can assemble your own car fake shelby cobra kits like factory 5 or a caterham lotus 7 copy.  the lotus elise is out of your budget an unless your the size of richard hammond of the grand tour a pain to drive.  these cars will put a smile on your dial without going fast  BMC mini (everything is avalible)  Ford Fiesta   suzuki swift sport (can import these)  original VW beetle  and uhhh lowered honda civic\/crx & del sol","human_ref_B":"Since this is the thread for this, I'd like a cheap, late model, low mileage truck with 3,000lbs payload that gets 40mpg...400hp, 600ftlbs minimum....my budget is $30k.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20364.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5viz12","c_root_id_B":"i5u0r4p","created_at_utc_A":1650720429,"created_at_utc_B":1650682439,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Since this is the thread for this, I'd like a cheap, late model, low mileage truck with 3,000lbs payload that gets 40mpg...400hp, 600ftlbs minimum....my budget is $30k.","human_ref_B":"Miata is the best for the last two.   V8 Camero is also an option for speed and acceleration.  Hard to find all 4","labels":1,"seconds_difference":37990.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5u20cb","c_root_id_B":"i5viz12","created_at_utc_A":1650683081,"created_at_utc_B":1650720429,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"370z","human_ref_B":"Since this is the thread for this, I'd like a cheap, late model, low mileage truck with 3,000lbs payload that gets 40mpg...400hp, 600ftlbs minimum....my budget is $30k.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":37348.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5viz12","c_root_id_B":"i5uansp","created_at_utc_A":1650720429,"created_at_utc_B":1650687907,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Since this is the thread for this, I'd like a cheap, late model, low mileage truck with 3,000lbs payload that gets 40mpg...400hp, 600ftlbs minimum....my budget is $30k.","human_ref_B":"There's the C5 Corvette... and then there's everything else.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32522.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5udkfu","c_root_id_B":"i5viz12","created_at_utc_A":1650689711,"created_at_utc_B":1650720429,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Golf GTI","human_ref_B":"Since this is the thread for this, I'd like a cheap, late model, low mileage truck with 3,000lbs payload that gets 40mpg...400hp, 600ftlbs minimum....my budget is $30k.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30718.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5usd31","c_root_id_B":"i5viz12","created_at_utc_A":1650701077,"created_at_utc_B":1650720429,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"W211 E55 or E63 AMG  Sports Sedan, rumbling V8, fast acceleration and top speed, great comfort, can be good mileage if you baby it. Mercedes quality and runs forever if maintained, but can be expensive if you don't do your own maintenance (oil changes, bushings, suspension parts, brakes and whatnot).","human_ref_B":"Since this is the thread for this, I'd like a cheap, late model, low mileage truck with 3,000lbs payload that gets 40mpg...400hp, 600ftlbs minimum....my budget is $30k.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19352.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
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{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ur632","c_root_id_B":"i5u0r4p","created_at_utc_A":1650700065,"created_at_utc_B":1650682439,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"everybodys expecting me to say the usual: mazda miata. but its missing the speed part.  a good corvette will run you far north of 20k to get it where you actually want  alternatives:  police chevy PPV: holden statesman without the leather inside.  chevy SS: holden commodore with steering on its opposite side  pontiac G8: holden commodore 4 door   pontiac GTO: holden monaro coupe.  all 3 of those fitted with the LS V8. and are basically are australian made corvettes so they are assembled properly lol. not many people know what they are so they fly under the radar.  Ford (Mercury) Capri. for those that dont know: in europe, uk and america etc give a capri a road surface and you will be on the podium.  in the usa the RX-7 is still a cheap car it just hasnt got fuel economy on its side neither its brother the RX-8. but they are good handling cars if you get rid of the rotary for a good 4 cylinder engine and you have a great package.  Infinity G20: (Nissan Primera) these used to be a great package in the 90s and 2000s as they were dominating the BTCC (brittish touring car championchips) but still not as much as the...  Ford Contour\/Fusion (Ford Mondeo) in the hands of ex F1 champ Nigel Mansell and Paul Radisich no one got near the pair of ford mondeos in the BTCC and the Fusion now has EcoBoost and those engines you dont go to sleep on.  if you can assemble your own car fake shelby cobra kits like factory 5 or a caterham lotus 7 copy.  the lotus elise is out of your budget an unless your the size of richard hammond of the grand tour a pain to drive.  these cars will put a smile on your dial without going fast  BMC mini (everything is avalible)  Ford Fiesta   suzuki swift sport (can import these)  original VW beetle  and uhhh lowered honda civic\/crx & del sol","human_ref_B":"Miata is the best for the last two.   V8 Camero is also an option for speed and acceleration.  Hard to find all 4","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17626.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ur632","c_root_id_B":"i5u20cb","created_at_utc_A":1650700065,"created_at_utc_B":1650683081,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"everybodys expecting me to say the usual: mazda miata. but its missing the speed part.  a good corvette will run you far north of 20k to get it where you actually want  alternatives:  police chevy PPV: holden statesman without the leather inside.  chevy SS: holden commodore with steering on its opposite side  pontiac G8: holden commodore 4 door   pontiac GTO: holden monaro coupe.  all 3 of those fitted with the LS V8. and are basically are australian made corvettes so they are assembled properly lol. not many people know what they are so they fly under the radar.  Ford (Mercury) Capri. for those that dont know: in europe, uk and america etc give a capri a road surface and you will be on the podium.  in the usa the RX-7 is still a cheap car it just hasnt got fuel economy on its side neither its brother the RX-8. but they are good handling cars if you get rid of the rotary for a good 4 cylinder engine and you have a great package.  Infinity G20: (Nissan Primera) these used to be a great package in the 90s and 2000s as they were dominating the BTCC (brittish touring car championchips) but still not as much as the...  Ford Contour\/Fusion (Ford Mondeo) in the hands of ex F1 champ Nigel Mansell and Paul Radisich no one got near the pair of ford mondeos in the BTCC and the Fusion now has EcoBoost and those engines you dont go to sleep on.  if you can assemble your own car fake shelby cobra kits like factory 5 or a caterham lotus 7 copy.  the lotus elise is out of your budget an unless your the size of richard hammond of the grand tour a pain to drive.  these cars will put a smile on your dial without going fast  BMC mini (everything is avalible)  Ford Fiesta   suzuki swift sport (can import these)  original VW beetle  and uhhh lowered honda civic\/crx & del sol","human_ref_B":"370z","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16984.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ur632","c_root_id_B":"i5uansp","created_at_utc_A":1650700065,"created_at_utc_B":1650687907,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"everybodys expecting me to say the usual: mazda miata. but its missing the speed part.  a good corvette will run you far north of 20k to get it where you actually want  alternatives:  police chevy PPV: holden statesman without the leather inside.  chevy SS: holden commodore with steering on its opposite side  pontiac G8: holden commodore 4 door   pontiac GTO: holden monaro coupe.  all 3 of those fitted with the LS V8. and are basically are australian made corvettes so they are assembled properly lol. not many people know what they are so they fly under the radar.  Ford (Mercury) Capri. for those that dont know: in europe, uk and america etc give a capri a road surface and you will be on the podium.  in the usa the RX-7 is still a cheap car it just hasnt got fuel economy on its side neither its brother the RX-8. but they are good handling cars if you get rid of the rotary for a good 4 cylinder engine and you have a great package.  Infinity G20: (Nissan Primera) these used to be a great package in the 90s and 2000s as they were dominating the BTCC (brittish touring car championchips) but still not as much as the...  Ford Contour\/Fusion (Ford Mondeo) in the hands of ex F1 champ Nigel Mansell and Paul Radisich no one got near the pair of ford mondeos in the BTCC and the Fusion now has EcoBoost and those engines you dont go to sleep on.  if you can assemble your own car fake shelby cobra kits like factory 5 or a caterham lotus 7 copy.  the lotus elise is out of your budget an unless your the size of richard hammond of the grand tour a pain to drive.  these cars will put a smile on your dial without going fast  BMC mini (everything is avalible)  Ford Fiesta   suzuki swift sport (can import these)  original VW beetle  and uhhh lowered honda civic\/crx & del sol","human_ref_B":"There's the C5 Corvette... and then there's everything else.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12158.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5udkfu","c_root_id_B":"i5ur632","created_at_utc_A":1650689711,"created_at_utc_B":1650700065,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Golf GTI","human_ref_B":"everybodys expecting me to say the usual: mazda miata. but its missing the speed part.  a good corvette will run you far north of 20k to get it where you actually want  alternatives:  police chevy PPV: holden statesman without the leather inside.  chevy SS: holden commodore with steering on its opposite side  pontiac G8: holden commodore 4 door   pontiac GTO: holden monaro coupe.  all 3 of those fitted with the LS V8. and are basically are australian made corvettes so they are assembled properly lol. not many people know what they are so they fly under the radar.  Ford (Mercury) Capri. for those that dont know: in europe, uk and america etc give a capri a road surface and you will be on the podium.  in the usa the RX-7 is still a cheap car it just hasnt got fuel economy on its side neither its brother the RX-8. but they are good handling cars if you get rid of the rotary for a good 4 cylinder engine and you have a great package.  Infinity G20: (Nissan Primera) these used to be a great package in the 90s and 2000s as they were dominating the BTCC (brittish touring car championchips) but still not as much as the...  Ford Contour\/Fusion (Ford Mondeo) in the hands of ex F1 champ Nigel Mansell and Paul Radisich no one got near the pair of ford mondeos in the BTCC and the Fusion now has EcoBoost and those engines you dont go to sleep on.  if you can assemble your own car fake shelby cobra kits like factory 5 or a caterham lotus 7 copy.  the lotus elise is out of your budget an unless your the size of richard hammond of the grand tour a pain to drive.  these cars will put a smile on your dial without going fast  BMC mini (everything is avalible)  Ford Fiesta   suzuki swift sport (can import these)  original VW beetle  and uhhh lowered honda civic\/crx & del sol","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10354.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u9ss0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's the best used sports car you would recommend for speed, acceleration good fuel economy and easy maintenance? Budget is 20k.","c_root_id_A":"i5ur632","c_root_id_B":"i5ttp47","created_at_utc_A":1650700065,"created_at_utc_B":1650678955,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"everybodys expecting me to say the usual: mazda miata. but its missing the speed part.  a good corvette will run you far north of 20k to get it where you actually want  alternatives:  police chevy PPV: holden statesman without the leather inside.  chevy SS: holden commodore with steering on its opposite side  pontiac G8: holden commodore 4 door   pontiac GTO: holden monaro coupe.  all 3 of those fitted with the LS V8. and are basically are australian made corvettes so they are assembled properly lol. not many people know what they are so they fly under the radar.  Ford (Mercury) Capri. for those that dont know: in europe, uk and america etc give a capri a road surface and you will be on the podium.  in the usa the RX-7 is still a cheap car it just hasnt got fuel economy on its side neither its brother the RX-8. but they are good handling cars if you get rid of the rotary for a good 4 cylinder engine and you have a great package.  Infinity G20: (Nissan Primera) these used to be a great package in the 90s and 2000s as they were dominating the BTCC (brittish touring car championchips) but still not as much as the...  Ford Contour\/Fusion (Ford Mondeo) in the hands of ex F1 champ Nigel Mansell and Paul Radisich no one got near the pair of ford mondeos in the BTCC and the Fusion now has EcoBoost and those engines you dont go to sleep on.  if you can assemble your own car fake shelby cobra kits like factory 5 or a caterham lotus 7 copy.  the lotus elise is out of your budget an unless your the size of richard hammond of the grand tour a pain to drive.  these cars will put a smile on your dial without going fast  BMC mini (everything is avalible)  Ford Fiesta   suzuki swift sport (can import these)  original VW beetle  and uhhh lowered honda civic\/crx & del sol","human_ref_B":"Miata is always the answer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21110.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso10qf","c_root_id_B":"hso5nes","created_at_utc_A":1642188423,"created_at_utc_B":1642190190,"score_A":14,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"I had a Focus ST and if the front wipers were on, the rear wiper would do one swipe if you went into reverse gear.","human_ref_B":"Volkswagen Golfs use the rear badge as the lift for the hatch *and* to hide the back camera. In three years of salty, slushy, dirty Wisconsin roads, I don't remember ever having to clean the camera.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1767.0,"score_ratio":1.2142857143}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso1dcy","c_root_id_B":"hso5nes","created_at_utc_A":1642188559,"created_at_utc_B":1642190190,"score_A":14,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Heads-up displays.  Seriously I do not understand why these aren't in most cars.  It is the single best feature of any car I've owned and I will have a hard time living without one whenever I get my next car.  Being able to see my speed and tach right in my line of sight, as well as other info like song titles, radio stations, etc, keeps my eyes focused ahead.  I hardly ever get caught off guard anymore.  It has improved my driving so much, and I think they're vastly underrated features.","human_ref_B":"Volkswagen Golfs use the rear badge as the lift for the hatch *and* to hide the back camera. In three years of salty, slushy, dirty Wisconsin roads, I don't remember ever having to clean the camera.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1631.0,"score_ratio":1.2142857143}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso5nes","c_root_id_B":"hso42z9","created_at_utc_A":1642190190,"created_at_utc_B":1642189596,"score_A":17,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Volkswagen Golfs use the rear badge as the lift for the hatch *and* to hide the back camera. In three years of salty, slushy, dirty Wisconsin roads, I don't remember ever having to clean the camera.","human_ref_B":"Not mine but I saw a video of a guy discovering that there was an extra vent below the steering wheel that was pointed right at his crotch. It would blow cold air when the ac was on so it would keep your nethers cool.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":594.0,"score_ratio":1.4166666667}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso5nes","c_root_id_B":"hso4616","created_at_utc_A":1642190190,"created_at_utc_B":1642189630,"score_A":17,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Volkswagen Golfs use the rear badge as the lift for the hatch *and* to hide the back camera. In three years of salty, slushy, dirty Wisconsin roads, I don't remember ever having to clean the camera.","human_ref_B":"You\u2019ll laugh, but my 2011 Avalon has 2 cup holders in the trunk. I would imagine it\u2019s for wine, but I\u2019ve definitely used it to hold stuff from the grocery store.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":560.0,"score_ratio":2.4285714286}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso5nes","c_root_id_B":"hsnsggr","created_at_utc_A":1642190190,"created_at_utc_B":1642185045,"score_A":17,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Volkswagen Golfs use the rear badge as the lift for the hatch *and* to hide the back camera. In three years of salty, slushy, dirty Wisconsin roads, I don't remember ever having to clean the camera.","human_ref_B":"On my 2012 Buick, instead of using a button on the door handle to unlock the doors, it checks if the keyless remote is near the door when you pull the handle out.  If the remote is nearby then it electronically unlatches the door.  This makes it one smooth motion to unlock and open a door - pull handle, wait 1 second for it to unlock, door pops open.  I guess it was a more expensive mechanism, as my 2013 Cadillac is back to the push button that I've seen on all other cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5145.0,"score_ratio":2.125}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso10qf","c_root_id_B":"hsnsggr","created_at_utc_A":1642188423,"created_at_utc_B":1642185045,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I had a Focus ST and if the front wipers were on, the rear wiper would do one swipe if you went into reverse gear.","human_ref_B":"On my 2012 Buick, instead of using a button on the door handle to unlock the doors, it checks if the keyless remote is near the door when you pull the handle out.  If the remote is nearby then it electronically unlatches the door.  This makes it one smooth motion to unlock and open a door - pull handle, wait 1 second for it to unlock, door pops open.  I guess it was a more expensive mechanism, as my 2013 Cadillac is back to the push button that I've seen on all other cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3378.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso1dcy","c_root_id_B":"hsnsggr","created_at_utc_A":1642188559,"created_at_utc_B":1642185045,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Heads-up displays.  Seriously I do not understand why these aren't in most cars.  It is the single best feature of any car I've owned and I will have a hard time living without one whenever I get my next car.  Being able to see my speed and tach right in my line of sight, as well as other info like song titles, radio stations, etc, keeps my eyes focused ahead.  I hardly ever get caught off guard anymore.  It has improved my driving so much, and I think they're vastly underrated features.","human_ref_B":"On my 2012 Buick, instead of using a button on the door handle to unlock the doors, it checks if the keyless remote is near the door when you pull the handle out.  If the remote is nearby then it electronically unlatches the door.  This makes it one smooth motion to unlock and open a door - pull handle, wait 1 second for it to unlock, door pops open.  I guess it was a more expensive mechanism, as my 2013 Cadillac is back to the push button that I've seen on all other cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3514.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hso42z9","c_root_id_B":"hsnsggr","created_at_utc_A":1642189596,"created_at_utc_B":1642185045,"score_A":12,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Not mine but I saw a video of a guy discovering that there was an extra vent below the steering wheel that was pointed right at his crotch. It would blow cold air when the ac was on so it would keep your nethers cool.","human_ref_B":"On my 2012 Buick, instead of using a button on the door handle to unlock the doors, it checks if the keyless remote is near the door when you pull the handle out.  If the remote is nearby then it electronically unlatches the door.  This makes it one smooth motion to unlock and open a door - pull handle, wait 1 second for it to unlock, door pops open.  I guess it was a more expensive mechanism, as my 2013 Cadillac is back to the push button that I've seen on all other cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4551.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s3xrdr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What's the smartest\/most convenient thing you've seen engineered into one of your cars? My Girlfriend's W140 Mercedes has a little button in the center of the A\/C vents that allows you to switch just the two center vents to either full cold or full hot. Really nice for a bit of fresh air while keeping the car a certain temperature. I don't know why all cars don't have it.  On the other end of the spectrum, on my Jeep XJ the cabin lights only come on if you open one of the front two doors. It's almost like they knew people would be camping in it and needing to get stuff in an out without killing the battery. Very purposeful touch.  What's your favorite feature or piece of smart engineering on the various cars you've owned?","c_root_id_A":"hsq4qxn","c_root_id_B":"hsppnod","created_at_utc_A":1642221010,"created_at_utc_B":1642213633,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My Saab used to have a Dark Panel button. When driving in the very dark, it puts out all but the basic dashboard lights. Run low on fuel? Gauge lights up. Engine temp? Lights up if necessary. It makes a surprising difference in visibility in the dark.  Funny, the speedo only lit to 140kph unless you exceeded that. Once a cute girl in the backseat leaned forward and asked \"Your car only goes to 140?\" I said \"watch,\" downshifted and floored it. It lit up the second half (up to 250kph,which she interpreted as the car's actual top speed).  I think she was genuinely impressed. I felt like a big shot but I was really just a nerd with a weird Swedish car.","human_ref_B":"Our VW golf has an ac vent in the glove box to keep things from melting in there. Plus the drawer storage below the driver's seat. And the 120v outlet in the back. And the 2L turbo diesel... Its a nice little car","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7377.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ryi36h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Do you think used car values will eventually crash, hold in place or gently fall back to earth? I've got some opinions here, I'm curious if we can get a discussion going on among other car guys.   What economics training I have says prices are sticky and it's unlikely that use car values will utterly plummet. At the same time, I think what we currently have going on is simply that new supply is constrained and it's driving up prices across the board. People hold onto cars for longer meaning there are less used cars to go around and buyers are looking downmarket from what they would have normally (whether it be a new car or some flavor of used). So logically it seems like once supply chain\/chip issues are resolved and new car production resumes in earnest that the values on used cars will drop.   So my opinion is that whatever time it takes for automakers to make up for the shortfall of the past couple of years, it will take that amount of time for used cars to go back to their pricing of March 2020.  At the same time, maybe a non-trivial number of people will have been brought around to the idea of buying used from this experience. And it's also unlikely that prices coming down will affect the market in a uniform manner. Who will be the relative winners and losers?","c_root_id_A":"hrp6a5b","c_root_id_B":"hroz6ee","created_at_utc_A":1641594256,"created_at_utc_B":1641591553,"score_A":30,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Used cars are high in value because new car inventory is at an all time low due to low production.  When new car production finally gets back to previous levels, used car prices will relax a bit, but that low new car production now means less used ones for a few years, keeping used values somewhere between where they are now and where they used to be.  My $0.02.","human_ref_B":"My gut is telling me 2 things will happen:  1) Electric cars will soon take over with incentive, performance, ideology, marketing, etc. Some variation of that.   2) Gas will go up in price enough to make a 25mpg car very costly.   I think that combination will drive the used car market now downwards in general.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2703.0,"score_ratio":2.3076923077}
{"post_id":"ryi36h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Do you think used car values will eventually crash, hold in place or gently fall back to earth? I've got some opinions here, I'm curious if we can get a discussion going on among other car guys.   What economics training I have says prices are sticky and it's unlikely that use car values will utterly plummet. At the same time, I think what we currently have going on is simply that new supply is constrained and it's driving up prices across the board. People hold onto cars for longer meaning there are less used cars to go around and buyers are looking downmarket from what they would have normally (whether it be a new car or some flavor of used). So logically it seems like once supply chain\/chip issues are resolved and new car production resumes in earnest that the values on used cars will drop.   So my opinion is that whatever time it takes for automakers to make up for the shortfall of the past couple of years, it will take that amount of time for used cars to go back to their pricing of March 2020.  At the same time, maybe a non-trivial number of people will have been brought around to the idea of buying used from this experience. And it's also unlikely that prices coming down will affect the market in a uniform manner. Who will be the relative winners and losers?","c_root_id_A":"hrp1opv","c_root_id_B":"hrp6a5b","created_at_utc_A":1641592493,"created_at_utc_B":1641594256,"score_A":9,"score_B":30,"human_ref_A":"God I hope so. I want an RS3 really bad, and the used ones keep going up in value.","human_ref_B":"Used cars are high in value because new car inventory is at an all time low due to low production.  When new car production finally gets back to previous levels, used car prices will relax a bit, but that low new car production now means less used ones for a few years, keeping used values somewhere between where they are now and where they used to be.  My $0.02.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1763.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ryi36h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Do you think used car values will eventually crash, hold in place or gently fall back to earth? I've got some opinions here, I'm curious if we can get a discussion going on among other car guys.   What economics training I have says prices are sticky and it's unlikely that use car values will utterly plummet. At the same time, I think what we currently have going on is simply that new supply is constrained and it's driving up prices across the board. People hold onto cars for longer meaning there are less used cars to go around and buyers are looking downmarket from what they would have normally (whether it be a new car or some flavor of used). So logically it seems like once supply chain\/chip issues are resolved and new car production resumes in earnest that the values on used cars will drop.   So my opinion is that whatever time it takes for automakers to make up for the shortfall of the past couple of years, it will take that amount of time for used cars to go back to their pricing of March 2020.  At the same time, maybe a non-trivial number of people will have been brought around to the idea of buying used from this experience. And it's also unlikely that prices coming down will affect the market in a uniform manner. Who will be the relative winners and losers?","c_root_id_A":"hroz9cv","c_root_id_B":"hrp6a5b","created_at_utc_A":1641591584,"created_at_utc_B":1641594256,"score_A":7,"score_B":30,"human_ref_A":"If the prices do come back down to where they were ( highly doubt this ) then people will be SO upside down on their loans. Not sure why everyone feels the need to rush out and buy a car right now. IT is a great time to get rid of something you really don't need, but buying isn't very smart. I am VERY curious to see where this goes.","human_ref_B":"Used cars are high in value because new car inventory is at an all time low due to low production.  When new car production finally gets back to previous levels, used car prices will relax a bit, but that low new car production now means less used ones for a few years, keeping used values somewhere between where they are now and where they used to be.  My $0.02.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2672.0,"score_ratio":4.2857142857}
{"post_id":"ryi36h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Do you think used car values will eventually crash, hold in place or gently fall back to earth? I've got some opinions here, I'm curious if we can get a discussion going on among other car guys.   What economics training I have says prices are sticky and it's unlikely that use car values will utterly plummet. At the same time, I think what we currently have going on is simply that new supply is constrained and it's driving up prices across the board. People hold onto cars for longer meaning there are less used cars to go around and buyers are looking downmarket from what they would have normally (whether it be a new car or some flavor of used). So logically it seems like once supply chain\/chip issues are resolved and new car production resumes in earnest that the values on used cars will drop.   So my opinion is that whatever time it takes for automakers to make up for the shortfall of the past couple of years, it will take that amount of time for used cars to go back to their pricing of March 2020.  At the same time, maybe a non-trivial number of people will have been brought around to the idea of buying used from this experience. And it's also unlikely that prices coming down will affect the market in a uniform manner. Who will be the relative winners and losers?","c_root_id_A":"hroz9cv","c_root_id_B":"hrp1opv","created_at_utc_A":1641591584,"created_at_utc_B":1641592493,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"If the prices do come back down to where they were ( highly doubt this ) then people will be SO upside down on their loans. Not sure why everyone feels the need to rush out and buy a car right now. IT is a great time to get rid of something you really don't need, but buying isn't very smart. I am VERY curious to see where this goes.","human_ref_B":"God I hope so. I want an RS3 really bad, and the used ones keep going up in value.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":909.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"o3hoob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Hypothetically speaking what would happen if you didn\u2019t put an oil filter cartridge in during an oil change and just left the cartridge cap empty?","c_root_id_A":"h2bw4hn","c_root_id_B":"h2bwdkz","created_at_utc_A":1624115315,"created_at_utc_B":1624115450,"score_A":12,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"It would be fine in the short term especially with fresh oil. It would start to cause accelerated wear as the oil got dirty.  Unlike a canister oil filter since the passages are all built into the engine, there would be no loss of oil flow\/pressure. If anything it would be a little better without the filter causing a pressure drop.","human_ref_B":"Fun fact, cars pre-date standard oil filters by nearly 50 years. Modern engines likely wouldn't be happy after a while with tight tolerances and dirty oil, but you could drive for a significant period of time without noticing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":135.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"o3hoob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Hypothetically speaking what would happen if you didn\u2019t put an oil filter cartridge in during an oil change and just left the cartridge cap empty?","c_root_id_A":"h2bw4gw","c_root_id_B":"h2bwdkz","created_at_utc_A":1624115315,"created_at_utc_B":1624115450,"score_A":4,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Eventually the gunk in the oil pan will clog the oil ports. This will starve the crank and other components of oil. It'll eventually throw a rod, spin a bearing or worse.","human_ref_B":"Fun fact, cars pre-date standard oil filters by nearly 50 years. Modern engines likely wouldn't be happy after a while with tight tolerances and dirty oil, but you could drive for a significant period of time without noticing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":135.0,"score_ratio":5.25}
{"post_id":"o3hoob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Hypothetically speaking what would happen if you didn\u2019t put an oil filter cartridge in during an oil change and just left the cartridge cap empty?","c_root_id_A":"h2bvfof","c_root_id_B":"h2bwdkz","created_at_utc_A":1624114949,"created_at_utc_B":1624115450,"score_A":3,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Hypothetically, you'd be fucked.","human_ref_B":"Fun fact, cars pre-date standard oil filters by nearly 50 years. Modern engines likely wouldn't be happy after a while with tight tolerances and dirty oil, but you could drive for a significant period of time without noticing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":501.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"o3hoob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Hypothetically speaking what would happen if you didn\u2019t put an oil filter cartridge in during an oil change and just left the cartridge cap empty?","c_root_id_A":"h2bw4gw","c_root_id_B":"h2bw4hn","created_at_utc_A":1624115315,"created_at_utc_B":1624115315,"score_A":4,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Eventually the gunk in the oil pan will clog the oil ports. This will starve the crank and other components of oil. It'll eventually throw a rod, spin a bearing or worse.","human_ref_B":"It would be fine in the short term especially with fresh oil. It would start to cause accelerated wear as the oil got dirty.  Unlike a canister oil filter since the passages are all built into the engine, there would be no loss of oil flow\/pressure. If anything it would be a little better without the filter causing a pressure drop.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":0.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"o3hoob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Hypothetically speaking what would happen if you didn\u2019t put an oil filter cartridge in during an oil change and just left the cartridge cap empty?","c_root_id_A":"h2bvfof","c_root_id_B":"h2bw4hn","created_at_utc_A":1624114949,"created_at_utc_B":1624115315,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Hypothetically, you'd be fucked.","human_ref_B":"It would be fine in the short term especially with fresh oil. It would start to cause accelerated wear as the oil got dirty.  Unlike a canister oil filter since the passages are all built into the engine, there would be no loss of oil flow\/pressure. If anything it would be a little better without the filter causing a pressure drop.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":366.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"o3hoob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Hypothetically speaking what would happen if you didn\u2019t put an oil filter cartridge in during an oil change and just left the cartridge cap empty?","c_root_id_A":"h2bvfof","c_root_id_B":"h2bw4gw","created_at_utc_A":1624114949,"created_at_utc_B":1624115315,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Hypothetically, you'd be fucked.","human_ref_B":"Eventually the gunk in the oil pan will clog the oil ports. This will starve the crank and other components of oil. It'll eventually throw a rod, spin a bearing or worse.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":366.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"nmc6uq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Oil disappearing from the engine?! So, I've got some knowledge about engines and my mom asked me to add some oil to her car. It's a 2006 Peugeot 207, 1.4 liter petrol engine. Why I'm writing this is she recently had her oil topped up at the local shop (her friend's running the shop). So, the oil just disappeared?! There's no leaks, no smoke out of the exhaust, literally nothing that would point to the issue related to oil consumption. Am I missing something? Is this an issue at all? Thanks for answers in advance!","c_root_id_A":"gznta28","c_root_id_B":"gzntgky","created_at_utc_A":1622137320,"created_at_utc_B":1622137394,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My wife never checks for oil.  Once it was down 2 quarts.  By that point I just change the all oil and filter and started fresh. But normal wear and tear to the car use oil.  Just not as fast that you can tell.","human_ref_B":"If it isn't blowing smoke, and only burns a bit, you're fine. If it's burning most of the oil between changes that's a problem. Every engine will burn just a bit over time, increasing with age.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":74.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nmc6uq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Oil disappearing from the engine?! So, I've got some knowledge about engines and my mom asked me to add some oil to her car. It's a 2006 Peugeot 207, 1.4 liter petrol engine. Why I'm writing this is she recently had her oil topped up at the local shop (her friend's running the shop). So, the oil just disappeared?! There's no leaks, no smoke out of the exhaust, literally nothing that would point to the issue related to oil consumption. Am I missing something? Is this an issue at all? Thanks for answers in advance!","c_root_id_A":"gzntnsz","c_root_id_B":"gznta28","created_at_utc_A":1622137478,"created_at_utc_B":1622137320,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"How much oil has it lost in how many miles?","human_ref_B":"My wife never checks for oil.  Once it was down 2 quarts.  By that point I just change the all oil and filter and started fresh. But normal wear and tear to the car use oil.  Just not as fast that you can tell.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":158.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mk1xc3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"IF YOU HAVE A COUPLE MINS PLZ CAN YOU COMPLETE THIS SURVEY?  Hey guys, I am university student in the UK completing my final year. I am doing my dissertation on Electric Cars and I want to understand what people think about them and what might make you buy one in the future. I'd very much appreciate it everyone over the age of 18+ fills out the survey as it only takes a couple of minutes. Thanks!!!  https:\/\/forms.gle\/pFTUt4yhU4SWdEHi8","c_root_id_A":"gtega7x","c_root_id_B":"gtee074","created_at_utc_A":1617581710,"created_at_utc_B":1617580408,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Got a chuckle out of \"25+\"","human_ref_B":"Do you want people to participate who are not in the UK\/Europe? Cause I have no idea what my salary is in \u00a3.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1302.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk57q1","c_root_id_B":"ghk3np7","created_at_utc_A":1609377316,"created_at_utc_B":1609376492,"score_A":20,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"What car do you have?  Make, model, year, mileage?  Some general advice:  Make sure you know how to check your fluids and what goes where. Windshield washer fluid, oil, coolant, transmission fluid.  Windshield washer fluid: A blue cap with a picture of a windshield being squirted. You can fill this all the way to the top. If you live in a cold climate make sure you get a winter blend to prevent freezing.   Oil: Dipstick is usually yellow color. With engine at operating temperature and off remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and push it all the way back in and then pull out to read the level. There should be 2 lines on it. A minimum and maximum. It should be up to the top line but in between is fine. Generally from the bottom line to the top line is a quart difference but not always. If there is nothing on the dipstick then add oil. Make sure to use the correct weight oil. It is usually printed on the cap. If it is a little high it is not the end of the world. If you go too high and it starts foaming that is a problem and you need to drain the excess.  Coolant: There is an overflow bottle with a low and high mark or a cold and hot mark. When cold it should be at the cold level and when hot up to the hot mark. You can add coolant into the reservoir at any time. As far as the actual radiator, NEVER take off a radiator cap when the engine is hot. The coolant will turn to steam and burn you if you remove the cap when hot. When the engine is COLD you can remove the cap and the coolant should be at the top of the radiator. If not, add coolant directly to the radiator. There are different coolants which are usually color coded so pay attention to color.  Transmission fluid: Generally don't worry about this unless there is an issue.  Brakes: The pads have metal tabs on them that make a scratching noise against the rotor when you need to replace them. You can also look through your rims and see the outside pad for how much material is left   Tires: Make sure they are always filled to the proper pressure. The amount will be listed on the inside of the drivers door jamb. In the winter the pressure will naturally drop so when it gets cold make sure the check again. You set your tire pressure when cold without driving. The pressure will increase sightly while driving. Under inflating will wear the 2 outside edges. Over inflating will wear the center of the tire.  Engine air filter: Check owners manual for when it should be replaced. Depends on driving conditions or if it is dusty and such. Very easy to replace yourself so don't get tricked into paying a shop to do it. You can buy the filter online or from the dealership for pretty cheap. Usually like $20.  Cabin air filter: People usually forget to replace these but helps keep the air from your air conditioning system clean. It is usually located behind the glove box and is also easy to change. Generally unclip some things on the glove box and it will drop down and you can just replace the filter. Another thing mechanics severely overcharge for. These filters are cheap as well.  If you have specific questions feel free to ask. There are many parts to a car and a lot to cover.","human_ref_B":"I second the Haynes manual for your specific make and model! YouTube has a plethora of info on anything you'd like to learn auto related. Maybe have someone you know who's mechanically inclined and willing to show you the ropes, hands on learning helps me retain information\/processes better","labels":1,"seconds_difference":824.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk57q1","c_root_id_B":"ghk43tp","created_at_utc_A":1609377316,"created_at_utc_B":1609376732,"score_A":20,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"What car do you have?  Make, model, year, mileage?  Some general advice:  Make sure you know how to check your fluids and what goes where. Windshield washer fluid, oil, coolant, transmission fluid.  Windshield washer fluid: A blue cap with a picture of a windshield being squirted. You can fill this all the way to the top. If you live in a cold climate make sure you get a winter blend to prevent freezing.   Oil: Dipstick is usually yellow color. With engine at operating temperature and off remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and push it all the way back in and then pull out to read the level. There should be 2 lines on it. A minimum and maximum. It should be up to the top line but in between is fine. Generally from the bottom line to the top line is a quart difference but not always. If there is nothing on the dipstick then add oil. Make sure to use the correct weight oil. It is usually printed on the cap. If it is a little high it is not the end of the world. If you go too high and it starts foaming that is a problem and you need to drain the excess.  Coolant: There is an overflow bottle with a low and high mark or a cold and hot mark. When cold it should be at the cold level and when hot up to the hot mark. You can add coolant into the reservoir at any time. As far as the actual radiator, NEVER take off a radiator cap when the engine is hot. The coolant will turn to steam and burn you if you remove the cap when hot. When the engine is COLD you can remove the cap and the coolant should be at the top of the radiator. If not, add coolant directly to the radiator. There are different coolants which are usually color coded so pay attention to color.  Transmission fluid: Generally don't worry about this unless there is an issue.  Brakes: The pads have metal tabs on them that make a scratching noise against the rotor when you need to replace them. You can also look through your rims and see the outside pad for how much material is left   Tires: Make sure they are always filled to the proper pressure. The amount will be listed on the inside of the drivers door jamb. In the winter the pressure will naturally drop so when it gets cold make sure the check again. You set your tire pressure when cold without driving. The pressure will increase sightly while driving. Under inflating will wear the 2 outside edges. Over inflating will wear the center of the tire.  Engine air filter: Check owners manual for when it should be replaced. Depends on driving conditions or if it is dusty and such. Very easy to replace yourself so don't get tricked into paying a shop to do it. You can buy the filter online or from the dealership for pretty cheap. Usually like $20.  Cabin air filter: People usually forget to replace these but helps keep the air from your air conditioning system clean. It is usually located behind the glove box and is also easy to change. Generally unclip some things on the glove box and it will drop down and you can just replace the filter. Another thing mechanics severely overcharge for. These filters are cheap as well.  If you have specific questions feel free to ask. There are many parts to a car and a lot to cover.","human_ref_B":"Maybe try watching some south main auto videos, he fixes different cars from different brands and he shows you how he starts his diagnostics and how he comes to a conclusion. The actual wrench turning isnt step by step unless you have a basic understanding of what hes doing already (he makes videos for service tech out there on the job). If you wanted to start doing the wrenching yourself id recommend asking around if anyone has a broken old mower\/weed whacker\/chainsaw that they dont want because its broken and\/or wont start and try to fix it up and get it running again. Wont cost much if you cant do it but if you do you can make a tennie bit of profit to buy more tools with!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":584.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk9e4f","c_root_id_B":"ghk3np7","created_at_utc_A":1609379461,"created_at_utc_B":1609376492,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I've wrenched my own vehicles for nearly 50 years. I still visit YouTube and vehicle-specific sites for advice.","human_ref_B":"I second the Haynes manual for your specific make and model! YouTube has a plethora of info on anything you'd like to learn auto related. Maybe have someone you know who's mechanically inclined and willing to show you the ropes, hands on learning helps me retain information\/processes better","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2969.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk75se","c_root_id_B":"ghk9e4f","created_at_utc_A":1609378311,"created_at_utc_B":1609379461,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Haynes manual and youtube videos helped me. I also joined a forum for my specific car and found and fixed a problem that would have cost me a lot to repair, but was a simple fix, once i got it apart.  Try doing something like changing spark plugs or oil to get your confidence up. GET GLOVES when you change your oil. Used oil has all kinds of nasty stuff in it. i wear those thin surgical kind of gloves under a pair of thicker rubber gloves because i change the oil when it's warm or hot (drains out faster and more completely that way).  If you want to try a super simple maintenance thing, replace your air filter. You may not even need tools to do it.","human_ref_B":"I've wrenched my own vehicles for nearly 50 years. I still visit YouTube and vehicle-specific sites for advice.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1150.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk3np7","c_root_id_B":"ghk9ohp","created_at_utc_A":1609376492,"created_at_utc_B":1609379611,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I second the Haynes manual for your specific make and model! YouTube has a plethora of info on anything you'd like to learn auto related. Maybe have someone you know who's mechanically inclined and willing to show you the ropes, hands on learning helps me retain information\/processes better","human_ref_B":"If youre looking for general information and an idea of how parts go together, look up chrisfix on youtube. Hes pretty great. Engineering explained (also on youtube) has lots of engine mechanics information and makes it super easy to understand. Lastly, I second spending the $20 on a model specific repair manual for your specific car. Makes life so much easier","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3119.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk75se","c_root_id_B":"ghk9ohp","created_at_utc_A":1609378311,"created_at_utc_B":1609379611,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Haynes manual and youtube videos helped me. I also joined a forum for my specific car and found and fixed a problem that would have cost me a lot to repair, but was a simple fix, once i got it apart.  Try doing something like changing spark plugs or oil to get your confidence up. GET GLOVES when you change your oil. Used oil has all kinds of nasty stuff in it. i wear those thin surgical kind of gloves under a pair of thicker rubber gloves because i change the oil when it's warm or hot (drains out faster and more completely that way).  If you want to try a super simple maintenance thing, replace your air filter. You may not even need tools to do it.","human_ref_B":"If youre looking for general information and an idea of how parts go together, look up chrisfix on youtube. Hes pretty great. Engineering explained (also on youtube) has lots of engine mechanics information and makes it super easy to understand. Lastly, I second spending the $20 on a model specific repair manual for your specific car. Makes life so much easier","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1300.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghkb7qc","c_root_id_B":"ghk3np7","created_at_utc_A":1609380404,"created_at_utc_B":1609376492,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"When I met SO, she had taught herself how to change her own brakes, do her own struts, and all the major service items. You bet I put a ring on it.   I guess all that's to say, stick with it; you've got this. It's easier than you think, but don't be surprised if it makes you so frustrated that you cry. It happens. Personally, I throw things.","human_ref_B":"I second the Haynes manual for your specific make and model! YouTube has a plethora of info on anything you'd like to learn auto related. Maybe have someone you know who's mechanically inclined and willing to show you the ropes, hands on learning helps me retain information\/processes better","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3912.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghkb7qc","c_root_id_B":"ghk75se","created_at_utc_A":1609380404,"created_at_utc_B":1609378311,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"When I met SO, she had taught herself how to change her own brakes, do her own struts, and all the major service items. You bet I put a ring on it.   I guess all that's to say, stick with it; you've got this. It's easier than you think, but don't be surprised if it makes you so frustrated that you cry. It happens. Personally, I throw things.","human_ref_B":"Haynes manual and youtube videos helped me. I also joined a forum for my specific car and found and fixed a problem that would have cost me a lot to repair, but was a simple fix, once i got it apart.  Try doing something like changing spark plugs or oil to get your confidence up. GET GLOVES when you change your oil. Used oil has all kinds of nasty stuff in it. i wear those thin surgical kind of gloves under a pair of thicker rubber gloves because i change the oil when it's warm or hot (drains out faster and more completely that way).  If you want to try a super simple maintenance thing, replace your air filter. You may not even need tools to do it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2093.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"knejdu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Question from a female who\u2019s never lifted a car hood before? Hi fellow reddit amigos \u2665\ufe0f    I have always been fascinated with cars and how motors operate. I find them fascinating. With that being said, I really know nothing about them. I am now a single mom and I am very interested in learning so that I can try to do my cars maintenance myself.       I have watched so many YouTube videos this year and I was hoping I can have y\u2019all recommend some books for the basics. Any feedback about informational websites and books would be appreciated!    Please help me accomplish my New Years resolution! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ghk3np7","c_root_id_B":"ghk43tp","created_at_utc_A":1609376492,"created_at_utc_B":1609376732,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I second the Haynes manual for your specific make and model! YouTube has a plethora of info on anything you'd like to learn auto related. Maybe have someone you know who's mechanically inclined and willing to show you the ropes, hands on learning helps me retain information\/processes better","human_ref_B":"Maybe try watching some south main auto videos, he fixes different cars from different brands and he shows you how he starts his diagnostics and how he comes to a conclusion. The actual wrench turning isnt step by step unless you have a basic understanding of what hes doing already (he makes videos for service tech out there on the job). If you wanted to start doing the wrenching yourself id recommend asking around if anyone has a broken old mower\/weed whacker\/chainsaw that they dont want because its broken and\/or wont start and try to fix it up and get it running again. Wont cost much if you cant do it but if you do you can make a tennie bit of profit to buy more tools with!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":240.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdoggws","c_root_id_B":"gdog9uw","created_at_utc_A":1606410596,"created_at_utc_B":1606410490,"score_A":25,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I know it's kind of a clich\u00e9 but I actually own my dream car, a 2004 V70R with the manual transmission and the orange interior.","human_ref_B":"R34 skyline","labels":1,"seconds_difference":106.0,"score_ratio":2.7777777778}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdoggws","c_root_id_B":"gdofx6z","created_at_utc_A":1606410596,"created_at_utc_B":1606410294,"score_A":25,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I know it's kind of a clich\u00e9 but I actually own my dream car, a 2004 V70R with the manual transmission and the orange interior.","human_ref_B":"I have always wanted a IROC.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":302.0,"score_ratio":4.1666666667}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdoggws","c_root_id_B":"gdoeqo0","created_at_utc_A":1606410596,"created_at_utc_B":1606409696,"score_A":25,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I know it's kind of a clich\u00e9 but I actually own my dream car, a 2004 V70R with the manual transmission and the orange interior.","human_ref_B":"Bmw m4 because burn out machine and it looks good, also wrx because manual awd ?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":900.0,"score_ratio":6.25}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdoh97m","c_root_id_B":"gdolypd","created_at_utc_A":1606411022,"created_at_utc_B":1606413401,"score_A":15,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Some variation of a 911 Carrera 4. With the right tires for the seasons, I think it could be the optimal year-round daily driver.","human_ref_B":"E39 M5 wagon conversion.  I had an agreement to purchase one from a friend. I had the cash on me at work, and the plan was for me to go see him at his house that evening. He calls me in the morning and says hey, I'm actually free, want me to drop it off at your work? I say sure, that's awesome, saves me the trip later. It started pouring rain. He hadn't finished wiring in the traction\/stability control systems. You can see where this is going. On the 15 min drive over, he hydroplaned on the freeway and careened into two others cars and the concrete barrier. Wrote it off trying to deliver it to me.  This was 3 years ago and still feels like it happened today.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2379.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
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{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdoloe6","c_root_id_B":"gdotp6v","created_at_utc_A":1606413276,"created_at_utc_B":1606416781,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"55\/56 Chevy Belair.    Something about them I just like.  Wish I had the know-how to restore them","human_ref_B":"Gma T.50. Hopefully it's obvious for most petrolheads, but if it isn't, it's got a 12000 rpm n\/a cossie v12, 6 speed rear drive manual, a fan, <1000 kg., and it's designed by Gordon Murray as a spiritual sucessor to the McLaren F1. What more could you want?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3505.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdohqa1","c_root_id_B":"gdon4di","created_at_utc_A":1606411278,"created_at_utc_B":1606413900,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"2015 Mercedes Benz C63. Looks and rides savage.","human_ref_B":"Cayman Gt4 is my realistic dream car because it looks incredible and is supposedly amazing to drive. My absurd dream car is a pagani hyuara and I don\u2019t think I need to explain why","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2622.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdon4di","c_root_id_B":"gdoi3z2","created_at_utc_A":1606413900,"created_at_utc_B":1606411482,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Cayman Gt4 is my realistic dream car because it looks incredible and is supposedly amazing to drive. My absurd dream car is a pagani hyuara and I don\u2019t think I need to explain why","human_ref_B":"1970 Chevelle.  I had a hot wheels car and a poster with one on it as a kid.  Chevelle","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2418.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdokhy1","c_root_id_B":"gdon4di","created_at_utc_A":1606412757,"created_at_utc_B":1606413900,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Mine was always an Evo 8\/9. Turbo awd shitboxes ftw","human_ref_B":"Cayman Gt4 is my realistic dream car because it looks incredible and is supposedly amazing to drive. My absurd dream car is a pagani hyuara and I don\u2019t think I need to explain why","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1143.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdon4di","c_root_id_B":"gdoloe6","created_at_utc_A":1606413900,"created_at_utc_B":1606413276,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Cayman Gt4 is my realistic dream car because it looks incredible and is supposedly amazing to drive. My absurd dream car is a pagani hyuara and I don\u2019t think I need to explain why","human_ref_B":"55\/56 Chevy Belair.    Something about them I just like.  Wish I had the know-how to restore them","labels":1,"seconds_difference":624.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdp77dd","c_root_id_B":"gdohqa1","created_at_utc_A":1606422790,"created_at_utc_B":1606411278,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Probably a Delorean. Maybe a drop top 1968 Caddy Deville. Or 1960 Caddy coupe.   I tend to fixate on vehicles I can actually attain.","human_ref_B":"2015 Mercedes Benz C63. Looks and rides savage.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11512.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdp77dd","c_root_id_B":"gdoi3z2","created_at_utc_A":1606422790,"created_at_utc_B":1606411482,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Probably a Delorean. Maybe a drop top 1968 Caddy Deville. Or 1960 Caddy coupe.   I tend to fixate on vehicles I can actually attain.","human_ref_B":"1970 Chevelle.  I had a hot wheels car and a poster with one on it as a kid.  Chevelle","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11308.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdokhy1","c_root_id_B":"gdp77dd","created_at_utc_A":1606412757,"created_at_utc_B":1606422790,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Mine was always an Evo 8\/9. Turbo awd shitboxes ftw","human_ref_B":"Probably a Delorean. Maybe a drop top 1968 Caddy Deville. Or 1960 Caddy coupe.   I tend to fixate on vehicles I can actually attain.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10033.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdoloe6","c_root_id_B":"gdp77dd","created_at_utc_A":1606413276,"created_at_utc_B":1606422790,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"55\/56 Chevy Belair.    Something about them I just like.  Wish I had the know-how to restore them","human_ref_B":"Probably a Delorean. Maybe a drop top 1968 Caddy Deville. Or 1960 Caddy coupe.   I tend to fixate on vehicles I can actually attain.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9514.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k1i9gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is your dream car and why?","c_root_id_A":"gdp77dd","c_root_id_B":"gdp3s53","created_at_utc_A":1606422790,"created_at_utc_B":1606421263,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Probably a Delorean. Maybe a drop top 1968 Caddy Deville. Or 1960 Caddy coupe.   I tend to fixate on vehicles I can actually attain.","human_ref_B":"Jeep CJ5, CJ7, or CJ8 - any year.     Capability, reliability, functionality, and ease of maintenance.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1527.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g45zni2","c_root_id_B":"g45zi0v","created_at_utc_A":1599340218,"created_at_utc_B":1599340161,"score_A":28,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"At what point are you driving constantly above 4k rpm that you even notice the ac isn't blowing cold?","human_ref_B":"Ac cutoff is there for a reason. It is to prevent damage . Unless you want to cause damage don\u2019t do it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":57.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g47at5z","c_root_id_B":"g46706p","created_at_utc_A":1599366124,"created_at_utc_B":1599343601,"score_A":15,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"It's likely that the ac compressor wasnt designed to spin at speeds over what it spins at at 4k. Spinning it faster risks damaging or destroying it.","human_ref_B":"do not do it.   it will make no difference in the efficiency of your AC and you risk damaging the compressor or other components.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22523.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g462wv2","c_root_id_B":"g47at5z","created_at_utc_A":1599341821,"created_at_utc_B":1599366124,"score_A":3,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Don't do it.    Also, your redline is only 6k on that car?    You could safely go to 6,500 and not hurt anything.","human_ref_B":"It's likely that the ac compressor wasnt designed to spin at speeds over what it spins at at 4k. Spinning it faster risks damaging or destroying it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24303.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g470sce","c_root_id_B":"g47at5z","created_at_utc_A":1599359295,"created_at_utc_B":1599366124,"score_A":3,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Forgot to turn off a\/c for a couple of rallycross laps and absolutely destroyed my compressor and now I permantly don't have a\/c. Damage was so bad it blew off all of the freon through the compressor seals.","human_ref_B":"It's likely that the ac compressor wasnt designed to spin at speeds over what it spins at at 4k. Spinning it faster risks damaging or destroying it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6829.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g462wv2","c_root_id_B":"g46706p","created_at_utc_A":1599341821,"created_at_utc_B":1599343601,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Don't do it.    Also, your redline is only 6k on that car?    You could safely go to 6,500 and not hurt anything.","human_ref_B":"do not do it.   it will make no difference in the efficiency of your AC and you risk damaging the compressor or other components.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1780.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g47dcb4","c_root_id_B":"g462wv2","created_at_utc_A":1599368111,"created_at_utc_B":1599341821,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re either going to blow up your ac compressor or the pressure your compressor puts out at those speeds will blow a hole in your ac system somewhere if you do.","human_ref_B":"Don't do it.    Also, your redline is only 6k on that car?    You could safely go to 6,500 and not hurt anything.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26290.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"in8nzc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it safe to disable AC cutoff at high rpms? I would like AC at high rpms it's 110 degrees here. Is this a performance setting or to protect the AC from damage? Car is a LS1 Trans Am '00. I have an HP tuner to turn this feature off. It cuts off at ~4k rpm but redline isn't until 6k.","c_root_id_A":"g47dcb4","c_root_id_B":"g470sce","created_at_utc_A":1599368111,"created_at_utc_B":1599359295,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re either going to blow up your ac compressor or the pressure your compressor puts out at those speeds will blow a hole in your ac system somewhere if you do.","human_ref_B":"Forgot to turn off a\/c for a couple of rallycross laps and absolutely destroyed my compressor and now I permantly don't have a\/c. Damage was so bad it blew off all of the freon through the compressor seals.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8816.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"claben","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Do GM's \"Z numbers\" have any significance, or are they just random? Like Z06, Z24, Z28, Z71, etc.","c_root_id_A":"evu61ib","c_root_id_B":"evu6r2c","created_at_utc_A":1564786559,"created_at_utc_B":1564787076,"score_A":9,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"The \"Z\" in Z06 might be attributed to Zora Arkus-Duntov who along with Harley Earl was a big influencer of the creation of the Corvette.   I do know insurance companies don't like a car with a \"Z\" in it's name.","human_ref_B":"I have a Z71 and my friend got a Z66 and I just explained to him that my truck is simply 5 units better.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":517.0,"score_ratio":1.7777777778}
{"post_id":"claben","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Do GM's \"Z numbers\" have any significance, or are they just random? Like Z06, Z24, Z28, Z71, etc.","c_root_id_A":"evu6r2c","c_root_id_B":"evu0b6x","created_at_utc_A":1564787076,"created_at_utc_B":1564782532,"score_A":16,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I have a Z71 and my friend got a Z66 and I just explained to him that my truck is simply 5 units better.","human_ref_B":"They are based on the RPO (regular production option) number, so basically just packages. I think Z71 means off-road and Z24 added some \"rally\" type options to the Cavalier.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4544.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"claben","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Do GM's \"Z numbers\" have any significance, or are they just random? Like Z06, Z24, Z28, Z71, etc.","c_root_id_A":"evu61ib","c_root_id_B":"evu0b6x","created_at_utc_A":1564786559,"created_at_utc_B":1564782532,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The \"Z\" in Z06 might be attributed to Zora Arkus-Duntov who along with Harley Earl was a big influencer of the creation of the Corvette.   I do know insurance companies don't like a car with a \"Z\" in it's name.","human_ref_B":"They are based on the RPO (regular production option) number, so basically just packages. I think Z71 means off-road and Z24 added some \"rally\" type options to the Cavalier.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4027.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"claben","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Do GM's \"Z numbers\" have any significance, or are they just random? Like Z06, Z24, Z28, Z71, etc.","c_root_id_A":"evu0b6x","c_root_id_B":"evuepv1","created_at_utc_A":1564782532,"created_at_utc_B":1564793185,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"They are based on the RPO (regular production option) number, so basically just packages. I think Z71 means off-road and Z24 added some \"rally\" type options to the Cavalier.","human_ref_B":"Fun fact about the Z28, in the 1960s during the Camaro's first generation, the SS package was the drag racing package and the Z28 was the road racing package. More people ordered Camaro SS's compared to Camaro Z28's. That's why first gen Z28's sell for so much.   If I recall correctly, GM dropped the Camaro SS after the 1972 model year and the made the Z28 a drag racing oriented performance package in 1973. Then they dropped any trim names for 1974-1976. In 1977 they brought back the Z28 trim as more of a drag racing oriented performance package.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10653.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijc8f1y","c_root_id_B":"ijc6yc1","created_at_utc_A":1659896075,"created_at_utc_B":1659895483,"score_A":26,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"best based solely on longevity and maintenance is toyota. if you want to add some fun to the driving experience mazda and then honda.  so purely on reliability   toyota, honda, mazda   based on reliability and fun  mazda, honda, and toyota   this is assuming vehicles in the same class like a mazda 3 , corolla or civic and not a miata or civic si or type r type vehicles","human_ref_B":"+1 for Mazda","labels":1,"seconds_difference":592.0,"score_ratio":13.0}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijc99py","c_root_id_B":"ijceyfa","created_at_utc_A":1659896423,"created_at_utc_B":1659898750,"score_A":4,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Ford is\ud83d\udc4e\ud83c\udffc. Honda, Toyota and Mazda will do you right. Especially a Honda or Toyota. I work at a shop and I\u2019ve seen multiple Hondas come in with well over 400k+km in mid-high condition. A nice early 2000-2010 civic or accord for a few thousand $ at around 100-180k km would be my recommendation.","human_ref_B":">  Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it.   Probably would have been a good idea to askcarguys before buying. The Ford Focus and its transmission issues has been a massive blight for over half a decade.  Yeah get yourself a honda or toyota","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2327.0,"score_ratio":3.75}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijc6yc1","c_root_id_B":"ijceyfa","created_at_utc_A":1659895483,"created_at_utc_B":1659898750,"score_A":2,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"+1 for Mazda","human_ref_B":">  Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it.   Probably would have been a good idea to askcarguys before buying. The Ford Focus and its transmission issues has been a massive blight for over half a decade.  Yeah get yourself a honda or toyota","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3267.0,"score_ratio":7.5}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijc99py","c_root_id_B":"ijc6yc1","created_at_utc_A":1659896423,"created_at_utc_B":1659895483,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Ford is\ud83d\udc4e\ud83c\udffc. Honda, Toyota and Mazda will do you right. Especially a Honda or Toyota. I work at a shop and I\u2019ve seen multiple Hondas come in with well over 400k+km in mid-high condition. A nice early 2000-2010 civic or accord for a few thousand $ at around 100-180k km would be my recommendation.","human_ref_B":"+1 for Mazda","labels":1,"seconds_difference":940.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijdftrj","c_root_id_B":"ijdj4i6","created_at_utc_A":1659914128,"created_at_utc_B":1659915624,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Mazda, Honda and Toyota.  I place them in that order because I love my Mazda 3, reliable as hell, cost efficient to operate. I have Honda above Toyota simply because I like their cars more than Toyota\u2019s offerings.  You can\u2019t go wrong with any of those 3 (except pre-2013 Mazda which is prone to rust if you live where there is rust)","human_ref_B":"Toyota   Honda  \u2026.  Lexus. Lol","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1496.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijdj4i6","c_root_id_B":"ijc6yc1","created_at_utc_A":1659915624,"created_at_utc_B":1659895483,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Toyota   Honda  \u2026.  Lexus. Lol","human_ref_B":"+1 for Mazda","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20141.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijd5foo","c_root_id_B":"ijdj4i6","created_at_utc_A":1659909606,"created_at_utc_B":1659915624,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Toyota, Honda, an old ass Nissan... nothing from the 2000s unless oymts brand new since they seem to be stepping it up","human_ref_B":"Toyota   Honda  \u2026.  Lexus. Lol","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6018.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijdh88j","c_root_id_B":"ijdj4i6","created_at_utc_A":1659914763,"created_at_utc_B":1659915624,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Toyota, Lexus, and whatever oddball company Toyota probably owns in some obscure place in Japan.","human_ref_B":"Toyota   Honda  \u2026.  Lexus. Lol","labels":0,"seconds_difference":861.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijdftrj","c_root_id_B":"ijc6yc1","created_at_utc_A":1659914128,"created_at_utc_B":1659895483,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Mazda, Honda and Toyota.  I place them in that order because I love my Mazda 3, reliable as hell, cost efficient to operate. I have Honda above Toyota simply because I like their cars more than Toyota\u2019s offerings.  You can\u2019t go wrong with any of those 3 (except pre-2013 Mazda which is prone to rust if you live where there is rust)","human_ref_B":"+1 for Mazda","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18645.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wikzx5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you had to choose 3 car brands to recommend for maintenance cost AND longevity, which would you choose? I currently have a Ford Focus but am unhappy with it because the transmission crapped out on me only a few months after buying it. I want a car that is cheap to maintain on average and lasts a long time because I don\u2019t replace my car frequently and I barely drive. I\u2019m doubtful of how long the Ford will last now and it looks like they\u2019re expensive to maintain as well.   I\u2019m thinking Toyota, Honda, or Mazda? What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"ijdftrj","c_root_id_B":"ijd5foo","created_at_utc_A":1659914128,"created_at_utc_B":1659909606,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Mazda, Honda and Toyota.  I place them in that order because I love my Mazda 3, reliable as hell, cost efficient to operate. I have Honda above Toyota simply because I like their cars more than Toyota\u2019s offerings.  You can\u2019t go wrong with any of those 3 (except pre-2013 Mazda which is prone to rust if you live where there is rust)","human_ref_B":"Toyota, Honda, an old ass Nissan... nothing from the 2000s unless oymts brand new since they seem to be stepping it up","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4522.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wbctq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why can't someone (legally) purchase a civic type R engine for highway use? I was looking up crate engine prices just out of curiosity.  The K20c1 (?) Is the civic type R engine.  The car is street legal, but the website states the engine is for track only.  Why would this be?  What's the likelihood that you'd get into trouble?  Not that I'd actually do this because it's crazy expensive.. just curious about my options if I ever had to replace my 2022 civic Si engine.","c_root_id_A":"ii6144o","c_root_id_B":"ii610n9","created_at_utc_A":1659122990,"created_at_utc_B":1659122952,"score_A":33,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"so there are a couple potential reasons.   Since the K20C1 is sold in the US, more than likely that is a generic disclaimer they attach to all engine sales to limit their legal liability if the EPA comes knocking.   a secondary reason, is it the JDM version of the K20C1? if so, that version may not be identical to the US in terms of emissions equipment and standards, and would be considered illegal for highway use.  more than likely it's a blanket statement they attach to all engines to protect themselves.","human_ref_B":"lobbying from the insurance companies masquerading as something innocuous like emissions while the real reason is that they don't want to pay out in exchange for all the literal free money you give them year on year. Same issue with the OG evo's and GTR skylines.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"wbctq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why can't someone (legally) purchase a civic type R engine for highway use? I was looking up crate engine prices just out of curiosity.  The K20c1 (?) Is the civic type R engine.  The car is street legal, but the website states the engine is for track only.  Why would this be?  What's the likelihood that you'd get into trouble?  Not that I'd actually do this because it's crazy expensive.. just curious about my options if I ever had to replace my 2022 civic Si engine.","c_root_id_A":"ii610n9","c_root_id_B":"ii6gh94","created_at_utc_A":1659122952,"created_at_utc_B":1659129268,"score_A":6,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"lobbying from the insurance companies masquerading as something innocuous like emissions while the real reason is that they don't want to pay out in exchange for all the literal free money you give them year on year. Same issue with the OG evo's and GTR skylines.","human_ref_B":"Because as a crate engine, it's sold through the motorsports program, and it doesn't include required emissions hardware to be US DOT Legal.      Crate engines do not wind up as replacements in production cars, those are generally sold as long blocks, and the parts that came with the car (including emissions hardware) are reused, or ordered separately as replacements.      If you want to see what a fully DOT legal crate engine looks like, look to the Chevy E-Rod kits. They include an ECU with a compliant tune, standardized airbox, headers with catalytic converters, evap system, etc.. and thus can be legalized when put into basically anything Pre-OBDII","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6316.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"wbctq4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why can't someone (legally) purchase a civic type R engine for highway use? I was looking up crate engine prices just out of curiosity.  The K20c1 (?) Is the civic type R engine.  The car is street legal, but the website states the engine is for track only.  Why would this be?  What's the likelihood that you'd get into trouble?  Not that I'd actually do this because it's crazy expensive.. just curious about my options if I ever had to replace my 2022 civic Si engine.","c_root_id_A":"ii69t2v","c_root_id_B":"ii6gh94","created_at_utc_A":1659126510,"created_at_utc_B":1659129268,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"It's legal in a civic with the civics exhaust and emissions equipment","human_ref_B":"Because as a crate engine, it's sold through the motorsports program, and it doesn't include required emissions hardware to be US DOT Legal.      Crate engines do not wind up as replacements in production cars, those are generally sold as long blocks, and the parts that came with the car (including emissions hardware) are reused, or ordered separately as replacements.      If you want to see what a fully DOT legal crate engine looks like, look to the Chevy E-Rod kits. They include an ECU with a compliant tune, standardized airbox, headers with catalytic converters, evap system, etc.. and thus can be legalized when put into basically anything Pre-OBDII","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2758.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"uhd64v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What's the appropriate way to slow down from 6th gear to make a turn? I'm cruising at 70 mph, I see my exit on the interstate so I'll depress the clutch and start to brake.  I wait until I'm at the desired speed (or complete stop) to shift to the desired gear.    Should I be gradually working my way down through the gears instead?  Some people say let the brakes do the work, others say downshifting correctly doesn't wear on the drivetrain or clutch.  I just want to make sure what I'm doing isn't killing my car.","c_root_id_A":"i75agjy","c_root_id_B":"i75802w","created_at_utc_A":1651577263,"created_at_utc_B":1651575623,"score_A":33,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"You want to downshift, and the reason has nothing to do with mechanical wear and tear. It's about safety.  If something unexpected happens you need to be able to react quickly. If you have the clutch in and you're slowing down, it's not likely you'll engage in the best gear to react. If you're downshifting, you'll always be in a gear that allows you to accelerate quickly if necessary.   A clever tip my dad gave me for downshifting: leave your gas pedal at whatever level it is to maintain current speed, then disengage the clutch. The engine will rev up to almost exactly where you need to be for the next gear down.  I have been able to downshift without the clutch using that technique.","human_ref_B":"Downshift. There will be some wear on the clutch, but will be minimal.  You\u2019ll save more in fuel and wear on brakes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1640.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"uhd64v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What's the appropriate way to slow down from 6th gear to make a turn? I'm cruising at 70 mph, I see my exit on the interstate so I'll depress the clutch and start to brake.  I wait until I'm at the desired speed (or complete stop) to shift to the desired gear.    Should I be gradually working my way down through the gears instead?  Some people say let the brakes do the work, others say downshifting correctly doesn't wear on the drivetrain or clutch.  I just want to make sure what I'm doing isn't killing my car.","c_root_id_A":"i75agjy","c_root_id_B":"i758slf","created_at_utc_A":1651577263,"created_at_utc_B":1651576164,"score_A":33,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You want to downshift, and the reason has nothing to do with mechanical wear and tear. It's about safety.  If something unexpected happens you need to be able to react quickly. If you have the clutch in and you're slowing down, it's not likely you'll engage in the best gear to react. If you're downshifting, you'll always be in a gear that allows you to accelerate quickly if necessary.   A clever tip my dad gave me for downshifting: leave your gas pedal at whatever level it is to maintain current speed, then disengage the clutch. The engine will rev up to almost exactly where you need to be for the next gear down.  I have been able to downshift without the clutch using that technique.","human_ref_B":"There's a few ways you can go about this and you aren't necessarily wrong for any of them unless you aren't doing it correctly. (Just dumping the clutch on a down shift would be wrong lol) I'm not sure if you hold your clutch down the entire time your braking but you definitely don't have to, only when your RPM is going to be low.   So as I come to an exit I let off the gas and begin to naturally slow down to the point where I can downshift as I merge into the exit. Now depending on the road and traffic, I either am applying brake while in gear and will use the clutch and downshift as needed. Alternatively if I can coast freely I just shift to neutral and use brake from there until I stop.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1099.0,"score_ratio":8.25}
{"post_id":"uc9osl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"i actually read somewhere that in V series of engine V6 and V10 engines are not pretty stable because of the odd no. of cylinders on each side...can anyone tell me why is it so?","c_root_id_A":"i696yu8","c_root_id_B":"i693i0x","created_at_utc_A":1650974421,"created_at_utc_B":1650972379,"score_A":19,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Watch donut media. They do a great job at explaining the power and differences between each engine. Or if u want skip to around 4 mins.   https:\/\/youtu.be\/8YIDOjD0oBI","human_ref_B":"I'm not sure about V6 and V10, but cars with only 3 cylinders (at least here in Brazil there are a lot now, with 1 liter engines - Chevrolet Onix, Hyundai HB20, Nissan Versa, Dacia Kwid and Sandero and even the emblematic VW Gol) tend to not get over 100k kilometers. They eventually will break due to the vibration, which comes from having an odd number of cylinders. When you have a even number of cylinders the vibration and load will be (ahem) evenly distributed.  I'm talking here about inline engines (3 and 4 cylinders), I'm not sure how much of this applies to V engines. But I believe the theory applies, maybe the practical side not so much.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2042.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"td0twr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What is one thing to always look out for\/take care of on a car? As a girl who has a mechanic for a dad, I am embarrassed to post this here, but he would probably just facepalm at me and not help lol. What should I always look out for and\/or take care of on my car? Thanks in advance.","c_root_id_A":"i0hfex3","c_root_id_B":"i0hn1xm","created_at_utc_A":1647173225,"created_at_utc_B":1647178251,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"All of it? A well maintained vehicle will outperform and outlast one that only gets tires and oil changes.","human_ref_B":"If you own a Volkswagen or a GM car, you will learn all of this the hard way. Everything I know about cars I learned because it happened on my cars. But the main things are oil changes, tires, and listen for the odd noise.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5026.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"hnz6i8a","c_root_id_B":"hnzgogv","created_at_utc_A":1639137107,"created_at_utc_B":1639143251,"score_A":13,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"Do people really hate automatic transmission? I haven't seen stuff like that in the car community, just a few comments saying manual transmission is more enjoyable to drive than an automatic one but that's about it.","human_ref_B":"Edit: More than traditional automatics, I mostly see CVTs (fancy new automatics without traditional \"gears\") catching heat for 1. Unreliability and expensive repairs and 2. They don't have gears, so your car will sound lame as it accelerates.  YMMV on the second point, but the first is valid. These are new enough to production cars that they haven't been dialed-in by most automakers yet, including JATCO (49% Nissan), who makes them on behalf of many other brands. Do note though, that Toyota makes a basically bulletproof CVT as of the mid 2000s, and I'm not current on the data, so other brands may be catching up. Do some research (NHTSA reports, Car Complaints website, etc.) if looking into buying a car with a CVT.  Manuals used to get much better fuel economy than automatics and were cheaper and more reliable as well. These days it's mostly a preference thing, a lot of people like shifting and being more directly in control of the powertrain.   Nevertheless, it's worth stating that there *are* some notorious model years that have terribly unreliable automatics but bulletproof manuals, such as early 2000s Hondas, or 90% of all vehicles Chrysler ever made. The engine on an 02 Civic might go forever after you replace the head gasket at 190k, but the automatic transmission is going to need a rebuild pretty soon... And then another at 300k. The manuals never need anything except perhaps a new clutch once or twice in ~400k miles","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6144.0,"score_ratio":2.9230769231}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"hnz6i8a","c_root_id_B":"hnzlg4r","created_at_utc_A":1639137107,"created_at_utc_B":1639145590,"score_A":13,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Do people really hate automatic transmission? I haven't seen stuff like that in the car community, just a few comments saying manual transmission is more enjoyable to drive than an automatic one but that's about it.","human_ref_B":"Manuals for fun, autos for commuting.  Manuals for road courses, autos for drag racing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8483.0,"score_ratio":1.4615384615}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"hnzww1j","c_root_id_B":"hnzozk5","created_at_utc_A":1639150658,"created_at_utc_B":1639147216,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"In the bad old days Autos were inefficient, sloppy, slow, and generally looked down on as being for people who were incapable of driving a manual.  These days autos are (mostly) pretty good, efficient, sometimes faster shifting than a human etc. depending on the exact type.  However, manuals still offer the \"ultimate\" amount of control, to paraphrase a gearbox guy \"no-one's built a gearbox yet that can see what's coming\".  Off-road in technical stuff a manual offers some advantages - you can do things with a manual + clutch that are just not possible with an auto. However, an auto does make going up a climb a much easier prospect and they're kinder to the drivetrain because the torque converter tends to smooth out any shock loads.  I prefer a manual in my off-roader as it's more survivable too - it can live or be limped home  with all sorts of damage or abuse that would stop an auto from functioning at all.  I'm not going to say one is better than the other as there's no right answer, they have as many pros and cons as each other, so it's pretty much down to a personal choice.  In a sports car or off-roader I'd have a manual, but if I was driving in a city or bad traffic every day I'd probably go auto and save my clutch leg.","human_ref_B":"I've always loved driving manual shitboxes just because it makes driving slightly more fun over an auto.  It was also great practice for the day I was finally able to afford my 6MT Camaro SS.  Without the reflexes I built by driving manual shitboxes, I would have been completely unprepared to drive a beastly muscle car.    Getting those habits (heel-toe downshifting, power shifting, etc) engrained into my muscle memory meant that all I had to do was learn the characteristics of the Camaro itself, and I was set.  Someone who had no experience with manual transmissions before hopping into an LS-powered muscle car would have had it in the ditch VERY quickly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3442.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"ho09a79","c_root_id_B":"hnzymon","created_at_utc_A":1639155646,"created_at_utc_B":1639151381,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If it is the car community must be incredibly small since something like 2% of cars on the road are manual.","human_ref_B":"Modern manuals suck dick. Too many cushy assists. Rev matching, anti-stall, rev hang, and shifters that communicate absolutely nothing. Pretty much anything with an electronic throttle body should have an A\/T behind it. The autos drive so much better with those types of throttles.  We hate assisted driving, really. Takes the skill out of it. I'll take a stickshift with a throttle cable (mostly '00 and older) any day over any other type of car. There are some exceptions, and lots of cars you can get tunes to fix these problems, but in factory trim 90% of today's stickshifts suck dick and balls.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4265.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"ho0goqk","c_root_id_B":"hnzymon","created_at_utc_A":1639158565,"created_at_utc_B":1639151381,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"at this point it's just gatekeeping. manuals are more engaging and drivers prefer having more control. \"fun\" is gonna vary from person to person. for spirited driving it's definitely nice to hold a gear as long as you want.  modern autos get better mpg more often than not now and are much more responsive than they used to be. auto is gonna be better for most people most of the time.  CVTs still are kinda ass though","human_ref_B":"Modern manuals suck dick. Too many cushy assists. Rev matching, anti-stall, rev hang, and shifters that communicate absolutely nothing. Pretty much anything with an electronic throttle body should have an A\/T behind it. The autos drive so much better with those types of throttles.  We hate assisted driving, really. Takes the skill out of it. I'll take a stickshift with a throttle cable (mostly '00 and older) any day over any other type of car. There are some exceptions, and lots of cars you can get tunes to fix these problems, but in factory trim 90% of today's stickshifts suck dick and balls.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7184.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"hnzymon","c_root_id_B":"hnzozk5","created_at_utc_A":1639151381,"created_at_utc_B":1639147216,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Modern manuals suck dick. Too many cushy assists. Rev matching, anti-stall, rev hang, and shifters that communicate absolutely nothing. Pretty much anything with an electronic throttle body should have an A\/T behind it. The autos drive so much better with those types of throttles.  We hate assisted driving, really. Takes the skill out of it. I'll take a stickshift with a throttle cable (mostly '00 and older) any day over any other type of car. There are some exceptions, and lots of cars you can get tunes to fix these problems, but in factory trim 90% of today's stickshifts suck dick and balls.","human_ref_B":"I've always loved driving manual shitboxes just because it makes driving slightly more fun over an auto.  It was also great practice for the day I was finally able to afford my 6MT Camaro SS.  Without the reflexes I built by driving manual shitboxes, I would have been completely unprepared to drive a beastly muscle car.    Getting those habits (heel-toe downshifting, power shifting, etc) engrained into my muscle memory meant that all I had to do was learn the characteristics of the Camaro itself, and I was set.  Someone who had no experience with manual transmissions before hopping into an LS-powered muscle car would have had it in the ditch VERY quickly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4165.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"ho09a79","c_root_id_B":"hnzozk5","created_at_utc_A":1639155646,"created_at_utc_B":1639147216,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If it is the car community must be incredibly small since something like 2% of cars on the road are manual.","human_ref_B":"I've always loved driving manual shitboxes just because it makes driving slightly more fun over an auto.  It was also great practice for the day I was finally able to afford my 6MT Camaro SS.  Without the reflexes I built by driving manual shitboxes, I would have been completely unprepared to drive a beastly muscle car.    Getting those habits (heel-toe downshifting, power shifting, etc) engrained into my muscle memory meant that all I had to do was learn the characteristics of the Camaro itself, and I was set.  Someone who had no experience with manual transmissions before hopping into an LS-powered muscle car would have had it in the ditch VERY quickly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8430.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"ho0goqk","c_root_id_B":"hnzozk5","created_at_utc_A":1639158565,"created_at_utc_B":1639147216,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"at this point it's just gatekeeping. manuals are more engaging and drivers prefer having more control. \"fun\" is gonna vary from person to person. for spirited driving it's definitely nice to hold a gear as long as you want.  modern autos get better mpg more often than not now and are much more responsive than they used to be. auto is gonna be better for most people most of the time.  CVTs still are kinda ass though","human_ref_B":"I've always loved driving manual shitboxes just because it makes driving slightly more fun over an auto.  It was also great practice for the day I was finally able to afford my 6MT Camaro SS.  Without the reflexes I built by driving manual shitboxes, I would have been completely unprepared to drive a beastly muscle car.    Getting those habits (heel-toe downshifting, power shifting, etc) engrained into my muscle memory meant that all I had to do was learn the characteristics of the Camaro itself, and I was set.  Someone who had no experience with manual transmissions before hopping into an LS-powered muscle car would have had it in the ditch VERY quickly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11349.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"hnzozk5","c_root_id_B":"ho160z1","created_at_utc_A":1639147216,"created_at_utc_B":1639168610,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've always loved driving manual shitboxes just because it makes driving slightly more fun over an auto.  It was also great practice for the day I was finally able to afford my 6MT Camaro SS.  Without the reflexes I built by driving manual shitboxes, I would have been completely unprepared to drive a beastly muscle car.    Getting those habits (heel-toe downshifting, power shifting, etc) engrained into my muscle memory meant that all I had to do was learn the characteristics of the Camaro itself, and I was set.  Someone who had no experience with manual transmissions before hopping into an LS-powered muscle car would have had it in the ditch VERY quickly.","human_ref_B":"As a part of the community: I love automatics and those chucklefucks are just gatekeepers.  One thing I do hate about certain automatics:  if your transmission is electronically controlled,  then don't give it a lever!  A lever is for moving a mechanical selector!  Give it fucking buttons!  And by God if you give it a twiddle stick it'll be looking like an adult vibrating toy is sticking up out of my console!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21394.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rd66rd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why is automatic hated in the car community? I understand having a nice sporty car with manual transmission, that's fun! But otherwise it's honestly just annoying, especially if you live in the city.","c_root_id_A":"ho160z1","c_root_id_B":"ho0rh0s","created_at_utc_A":1639168610,"created_at_utc_B":1639162818,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As a part of the community: I love automatics and those chucklefucks are just gatekeepers.  One thing I do hate about certain automatics:  if your transmission is electronically controlled,  then don't give it a lever!  A lever is for moving a mechanical selector!  Give it fucking buttons!  And by God if you give it a twiddle stick it'll be looking like an adult vibrating toy is sticking up out of my console!","human_ref_B":"Because they rarely do what we want them to do.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5792.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p2jn7e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Can hitting a pothole damage your car ?","c_root_id_A":"h8kgjm6","c_root_id_B":"h8khvy5","created_at_utc_A":1628708606,"created_at_utc_B":1628709158,"score_A":9,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"I have popped several tires and fucked up a rim.  Absolutely they will.","human_ref_B":"Only if your car runs it over.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":552.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p2jn7e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Can hitting a pothole damage your car ?","c_root_id_A":"h8ksly8","c_root_id_B":"h8kn6e3","created_at_utc_A":1628713645,"created_at_utc_B":1628711337,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A pothole is the road\u2019s way of sucker punching your suspension components in the gut.","human_ref_B":"Depends on the pothole","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2308.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p2jn7e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Can hitting a pothole damage your car ?","c_root_id_A":"h8kn6e3","c_root_id_B":"h8lkrg4","created_at_utc_A":1628711337,"created_at_utc_B":1628725833,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Depends on the pothole","human_ref_B":"Depends on a lot of factors but yes. Theoretically the faster you go the better chance you have to not damage your car shown in this sim game video but I wouldn't recommend speeding up for small potholes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14496.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p0kvxt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Is it just me or is the estate car slowly dying out? Looking at getting a second car and for practicality I think and estate would be the best fit for the next 5-7. When looking though the second hand market in the uk the options available are not that good. And when looking at new, most manufacturers only make one or two estate models if any at all.  Is it just me (the market in the uk)? or is the the estate car dying in favour of less practical alternatives?","c_root_id_A":"h87kgos","c_root_id_B":"h87yn1l","created_at_utc_A":1628455691,"created_at_utc_B":1628462388,"score_A":6,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"They are getting replaced by highbuilds \/ crossovers and SUV's. Wery few lowbuilt, comfy, long big estates around unfortunately. I miss the Volvo 940  and opel omega estate class of the late 90's","human_ref_B":"American here: yeah, prepare yourself for the inevitable... It's ghastly... Nothing but stupid SUVs as far as the eye can see...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6697.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"p0kvxt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Is it just me or is the estate car slowly dying out? Looking at getting a second car and for practicality I think and estate would be the best fit for the next 5-7. When looking though the second hand market in the uk the options available are not that good. And when looking at new, most manufacturers only make one or two estate models if any at all.  Is it just me (the market in the uk)? or is the the estate car dying in favour of less practical alternatives?","c_root_id_A":"h87yn1l","c_root_id_B":"h87r8qa","created_at_utc_A":1628462388,"created_at_utc_B":1628458833,"score_A":13,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"American here: yeah, prepare yourself for the inevitable... It's ghastly... Nothing but stupid SUVs as far as the eye can see...","human_ref_B":".... Where ya been?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3555.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"o9crhk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I recently got my first manual a month ago, is having my foot on the clutch as I shift from 1st all the way up to 4th a bad habit? My dad said in order to shift smoothly, I should keep my foot on the clutch (lifted up only halfway after shifting). And I agree that my shifts have been better because of it, but I feel like this may be bad for the clutch? I don\u2019t do it often as it doesn\u2019t feel normal, but surely pushing\/lifting the clutch halfway as I cruise and wait for the right time to shift isn\u2019t the right thing to do. To clarify, I only do this when shifting from 1st up to 4th, after 4th I take my foot off the clutch and just cruise.","c_root_id_A":"h3aqsx3","c_root_id_B":"h3akzya","created_at_utc_A":1624865679,"created_at_utc_B":1624860532,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I understand that its different i various countries, but where I'm from, probably 90% of all cars are manual. So I have never driven anything else.  Here its common knowledge that you NEVER keep the clutch halfway pressed. By trail and error you learn to find the \"clutch-point\" (dont know the English word for this phenomenon) where the clutch disengages and your adequate acceleration makes you drive forward. You need to practice to learn this and you will find that the \"clutch-point\" can vary greatly from car to car. Sometimes the clutch is very tight and hard to press, while the shifts are firm too. Other times it feels like pushing a cloud with your foot while stirring a bowl of soup with your arm.  Just practice and you will get better \ud83d\udc4d But for the love of God don't halfway press it","human_ref_B":"The clutch is a switch. On or Off don't hold it half way. Also 1st to 4th wtf take 1st to 2nd to 3rd then 4th. Jumping between 3rd, and 5th\/6th is ok, but you don't ride 1st to redline then shift to 4th. You should almost never be at redline with regular driving or driving around in 1st.  \\*edit I can just imagine someone driving around in first with the engine screaming because the speed limit was 30mph.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5147.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"o9crhk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I recently got my first manual a month ago, is having my foot on the clutch as I shift from 1st all the way up to 4th a bad habit? My dad said in order to shift smoothly, I should keep my foot on the clutch (lifted up only halfway after shifting). And I agree that my shifts have been better because of it, but I feel like this may be bad for the clutch? I don\u2019t do it often as it doesn\u2019t feel normal, but surely pushing\/lifting the clutch halfway as I cruise and wait for the right time to shift isn\u2019t the right thing to do. To clarify, I only do this when shifting from 1st up to 4th, after 4th I take my foot off the clutch and just cruise.","c_root_id_A":"h3b6um7","c_root_id_B":"h3akzya","created_at_utc_A":1624880496,"created_at_utc_B":1624860532,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Totally don\u2019t keep your clutch depressed halfway while not shifting but I hover right over my clutch the entire time I drive Unless I\u2019m just highway cruising idk why letting your toes make contact with the pedal while not shifting seems like such an issue in this thread","human_ref_B":"The clutch is a switch. On or Off don't hold it half way. Also 1st to 4th wtf take 1st to 2nd to 3rd then 4th. Jumping between 3rd, and 5th\/6th is ok, but you don't ride 1st to redline then shift to 4th. You should almost never be at redline with regular driving or driving around in 1st.  \\*edit I can just imagine someone driving around in first with the engine screaming because the speed limit was 30mph.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19964.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nrs555","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"I have always taken my Toyota\u2019s to a private Toyota specialist. Are Toyota\u2019s that hard to work on that it requires a specialist? I\u2019ve narrowed it down to either there is something specific about Toyota or maybe they just like working on them? I don\u2019t think they will work on anything else since they wouldn\u2019t see my old Subaru back in the day.","c_root_id_A":"h0icbgp","c_root_id_B":"h0ib0fv","created_at_utc_A":1622767547,"created_at_utc_B":1622766972,"score_A":43,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Um, it just means that mechanic is more familiar with Toyotas. Like they choose to mostly repair toyota and put that on their sign. It doesn\u2019t mean a Toyota is necessarily hard to repair so it NEEDS a specialist.","human_ref_B":"In my experience as a shadetree, Japanese cars (and older American cars) are significantly EASIER to work on than other countries of origin (cough Germany cough).  They do a good job of putting things where you can get to them, standardize fastener sizes, etc.  Would be interested to hear from pro mechanics about this.  But as a general consumer, I'd take a Toyota to any qualified mechanic I trust and like for normal stuff.  Specialists are great for knowing typical problems and fixes, though.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":575.0,"score_ratio":1.8695652174}
{"post_id":"nrs555","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"I have always taken my Toyota\u2019s to a private Toyota specialist. Are Toyota\u2019s that hard to work on that it requires a specialist? I\u2019ve narrowed it down to either there is something specific about Toyota or maybe they just like working on them? I don\u2019t think they will work on anything else since they wouldn\u2019t see my old Subaru back in the day.","c_root_id_A":"h0izgdg","c_root_id_B":"h0iuc62","created_at_utc_A":1622779029,"created_at_utc_B":1622776348,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"From what reddit usually says about Toyota, a mechanic that works on them exclusively shouldn't exist, because they'd have nothing to do.  \/s","human_ref_B":"Easiest car\/truck to work on EVER built if you ask me.  I should mention, I\u2019ve worked in the OffRoad auto industry for many years. Toyota\u2019s are my cup of tea FOR SURE. Easy as hell, compared to say... a JEEP. Or Ford super duty..f150.... even Chevy! Chevys suck to work on.. headaches all day haha. But that\u2019s just me. Ask some of my guys, Toyota\u2019s are still the easiest by far, but they prefer some other vehicle builds over them. \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2642\ufe0f I\u2019d say it\u2019s preference!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2681.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nrs555","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"I have always taken my Toyota\u2019s to a private Toyota specialist. Are Toyota\u2019s that hard to work on that it requires a specialist? I\u2019ve narrowed it down to either there is something specific about Toyota or maybe they just like working on them? I don\u2019t think they will work on anything else since they wouldn\u2019t see my old Subaru back in the day.","c_root_id_A":"h0iuc62","c_root_id_B":"h0j6c3w","created_at_utc_A":1622776348,"created_at_utc_B":1622783108,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Easiest car\/truck to work on EVER built if you ask me.  I should mention, I\u2019ve worked in the OffRoad auto industry for many years. Toyota\u2019s are my cup of tea FOR SURE. Easy as hell, compared to say... a JEEP. Or Ford super duty..f150.... even Chevy! Chevys suck to work on.. headaches all day haha. But that\u2019s just me. Ask some of my guys, Toyota\u2019s are still the easiest by far, but they prefer some other vehicle builds over them. \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2642\ufe0f I\u2019d say it\u2019s preference!","human_ref_B":"Just previous experience. I was a BMW tech for years and am able to work on other cars, but I know what tools and time commitments are required for BMW. I'd happily do an oil pan gasket on a BMW, but doing one on a Toyota I'd have to research what the procedure entails because I've never done one.   It is mostly just comfort level.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6760.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nrs555","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"I have always taken my Toyota\u2019s to a private Toyota specialist. Are Toyota\u2019s that hard to work on that it requires a specialist? I\u2019ve narrowed it down to either there is something specific about Toyota or maybe they just like working on them? I don\u2019t think they will work on anything else since they wouldn\u2019t see my old Subaru back in the day.","c_root_id_A":"h0j4zee","c_root_id_B":"h0j6c3w","created_at_utc_A":1622782268,"created_at_utc_B":1622783108,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"There are some things for which it's very useful to have a shop that has the vendor-specific scan tools, especially these days. Every car must respond to the basic OBD-II protocol, but every manufacturer has their own proprietary add-ons (for things like ABS system or transmission control unit). A generalist shop may struggle to diagnose or properly interface with these sorts of things.   Not a big deal if you just need your struts or brakes done. But a real big deal if your traction control light comes on, complaining about something to do with a differential.","human_ref_B":"Just previous experience. I was a BMW tech for years and am able to work on other cars, but I know what tools and time commitments are required for BMW. I'd happily do an oil pan gasket on a BMW, but doing one on a Toyota I'd have to research what the procedure entails because I've never done one.   It is mostly just comfort level.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":840.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"m6gkmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is there a list of used vehicles sorted by towing capacity I can reference? What's a good way to research towing capacity? I want to buy an inexpensive used pickup or other vehicle that's capable of towing at least 5k lbs.  Is there a resource somewhere that allows me to sort a list of vehicles by towing capacity? Something like this 0-60 time list, but for towing.  I know towing capacity varies even on the same vehicle depending on configuration, which makes researching difficult.   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gr5m3wa","c_root_id_B":"gr5ryal","created_at_utc_A":1615922317,"created_at_utc_B":1615924979,"score_A":5,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"I mean, I'd say most if not all, full-size pickups should hit that mark. Maybe just the lowest of low trim\/drive trains would be under that mark.","human_ref_B":"Trailer Towing Guide back thru 1999 for vehicles sold in the US","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2662.0,"score_ratio":4.6}
{"post_id":"m6gkmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is there a list of used vehicles sorted by towing capacity I can reference? What's a good way to research towing capacity? I want to buy an inexpensive used pickup or other vehicle that's capable of towing at least 5k lbs.  Is there a resource somewhere that allows me to sort a list of vehicles by towing capacity? Something like this 0-60 time list, but for towing.  I know towing capacity varies even on the same vehicle depending on configuration, which makes researching difficult.   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gr5otbz","c_root_id_B":"gr5ryal","created_at_utc_A":1615923548,"created_at_utc_B":1615924979,"score_A":3,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Smaller vehicles are not great.  I have a Ford explorer with the 281 (4.6) V8 and it is a pig when towing something heavy.  It\u2019s smaller and the suspension dips way lower than I would like.  You\u2019re going to want a full size pickup if you\u2019re doing 5000lbs","human_ref_B":"Trailer Towing Guide back thru 1999 for vehicles sold in the US","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1431.0,"score_ratio":7.6666666667}
{"post_id":"lrtvkf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"(USA) Have you ever bought a car without a title and filed for one? I'm a novice car guy and I see a lot of otherwise good cars for sale but with no titles. I've heard that it's possible to get one, but that it takes some paperwork.  Have you applied for a title after you bought a car without one? What all had to be done and how long did it take? Was it worth it?  I'm sure this probably varies a little by state. I live in Tennessee.","c_root_id_A":"goo8se3","c_root_id_B":"goo407n","created_at_utc_A":1614229367,"created_at_utc_B":1614226598,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You could spend like 15 minutes and do your due diligence to know if it is a deal or not.  Contact the DMV and they can tell you if there is a lien on the car.  If there is not, and you get a bill of sale from the current registered owner, you're OK.  If you can't get a bill of sale from the registered owner, then likely it is more work than it is worth.  It all depends on how much your time is worth.  The key is to establish who the legal owner is and make sure you have a paper trail from them to you transferring ownership of the vehicle.","human_ref_B":"Run. This is a gaping black hole of unknown size. Sure, you might come out with a car you legally own on the other side. But how much frustration will it take to get there? And that's best case scenario.. You could end up in many variations of royally screwed just as easily, and with an unknown amount of frustration between now and then. It's just not worth it unless you know the seller, know they aren't trying to screw you, and are willing to help with the paperwork.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2769.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lrtvkf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"(USA) Have you ever bought a car without a title and filed for one? I'm a novice car guy and I see a lot of otherwise good cars for sale but with no titles. I've heard that it's possible to get one, but that it takes some paperwork.  Have you applied for a title after you bought a car without one? What all had to be done and how long did it take? Was it worth it?  I'm sure this probably varies a little by state. I live in Tennessee.","c_root_id_A":"goo3lbg","c_root_id_B":"goo8se3","created_at_utc_A":1614226372,"created_at_utc_B":1614229367,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Check out the Vermont trick if you\u2019re not scared away","human_ref_B":"You could spend like 15 minutes and do your due diligence to know if it is a deal or not.  Contact the DMV and they can tell you if there is a lien on the car.  If there is not, and you get a bill of sale from the current registered owner, you're OK.  If you can't get a bill of sale from the registered owner, then likely it is more work than it is worth.  It all depends on how much your time is worth.  The key is to establish who the legal owner is and make sure you have a paper trail from them to you transferring ownership of the vehicle.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2995.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"lrtvkf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"(USA) Have you ever bought a car without a title and filed for one? I'm a novice car guy and I see a lot of otherwise good cars for sale but with no titles. I've heard that it's possible to get one, but that it takes some paperwork.  Have you applied for a title after you bought a car without one? What all had to be done and how long did it take? Was it worth it?  I'm sure this probably varies a little by state. I live in Tennessee.","c_root_id_A":"goo407n","c_root_id_B":"goo3lbg","created_at_utc_A":1614226598,"created_at_utc_B":1614226372,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Run. This is a gaping black hole of unknown size. Sure, you might come out with a car you legally own on the other side. But how much frustration will it take to get there? And that's best case scenario.. You could end up in many variations of royally screwed just as easily, and with an unknown amount of frustration between now and then. It's just not worth it unless you know the seller, know they aren't trying to screw you, and are willing to help with the paperwork.","human_ref_B":"Check out the Vermont trick if you\u2019re not scared away","labels":1,"seconds_difference":226.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hvg8u5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Using Econ Mode all the Time? So my friend (he\u2019s a bit of a car guy and comes from a family where all of them are really car people) mentioned to me the other day that using Econ mode all the time wears out the transmission and damages it.  He said that you should only use Econ mode at higher speeds cruising on the highway, and that for city driving or any other driving, it\u2019ll harm the transmission as it\u2019s straining it.  Before hearing that, I had Econ mode on all the time unless I had to merge or had to accelerate a lot.  Anyone know whether there is any truth to what he\u2019s saying?   Would appreciate any insight, thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fytj5qi","c_root_id_B":"fytkqwq","created_at_utc_A":1595375310,"created_at_utc_B":1595376206,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"your friend does not know as much as he thinks he does about cars.","human_ref_B":"Because car manufacturers build in self destruct switches.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":896.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hvg8u5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Using Econ Mode all the Time? So my friend (he\u2019s a bit of a car guy and comes from a family where all of them are really car people) mentioned to me the other day that using Econ mode all the time wears out the transmission and damages it.  He said that you should only use Econ mode at higher speeds cruising on the highway, and that for city driving or any other driving, it\u2019ll harm the transmission as it\u2019s straining it.  Before hearing that, I had Econ mode on all the time unless I had to merge or had to accelerate a lot.  Anyone know whether there is any truth to what he\u2019s saying?   Would appreciate any insight, thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fythme0","c_root_id_B":"fytkqwq","created_at_utc_A":1595374447,"created_at_utc_B":1595376206,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Unless it is a vehicle with a displacement on demand style econ mode it is perfectly fine for the car.","human_ref_B":"Because car manufacturers build in self destruct switches.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1759.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hvg8u5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Using Econ Mode all the Time? So my friend (he\u2019s a bit of a car guy and comes from a family where all of them are really car people) mentioned to me the other day that using Econ mode all the time wears out the transmission and damages it.  He said that you should only use Econ mode at higher speeds cruising on the highway, and that for city driving or any other driving, it\u2019ll harm the transmission as it\u2019s straining it.  Before hearing that, I had Econ mode on all the time unless I had to merge or had to accelerate a lot.  Anyone know whether there is any truth to what he\u2019s saying?   Would appreciate any insight, thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fytsafk","c_root_id_B":"fytog9p","created_at_utc_A":1595380602,"created_at_utc_B":1595378345,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"In most cars with an automashit or CVT will just change the shift points so the engine RPM is kept at a lower pace.  On some cars performance cars, you might have a slight change in how fast the transmission shift. For example, a hellcar will shift a lot harder in \"sport\" mode than it would in \"comfort mode. In theory the faster it shifts, the lower the wear on the transmission, but unless you drive like a total maniac on a high power car, the wear difference is unlikely to be measurable.  In other words, unless we are talking a very specific application, this advice is bullshit.","human_ref_B":"Also if you make it sound like you know the truth and sell it well, you can fool alot of ppl...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2257.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hp7rrx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is this tube going into the hood of my car? The tube is broken, should i get this repaired ASAP? https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/W9Gkny9","c_root_id_A":"fxngf0f","c_root_id_B":"fxnjw3q","created_at_utc_A":1594464521,"created_at_utc_B":1594465772,"score_A":11,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Its an electrical connector, most likely for the windscreen washer jets.   Dont worry about it, there is minimal wear and will last yesrs to come.","human_ref_B":"If you are referring to the black corrugated plastic tube, it is actually a circular cross section with one side that is cut along the length of the tube. It is made that way so that wiring can be pushed into it easily, and it will provide moderate protection for the tube. It is not important, but if it bothers you, grab some black electrical tape and tape it (in a tangential, not longitudinal path).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1251.0,"score_ratio":2.0909090909}
{"post_id":"hp7rrx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is this tube going into the hood of my car? The tube is broken, should i get this repaired ASAP? https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/W9Gkny9","c_root_id_A":"fxngl4n","c_root_id_B":"fxnjw3q","created_at_utc_A":1594464580,"created_at_utc_B":1594465772,"score_A":2,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"The tube usually goes to a windshield washer sprayer jet.","human_ref_B":"If you are referring to the black corrugated plastic tube, it is actually a circular cross section with one side that is cut along the length of the tube. It is made that way so that wiring can be pushed into it easily, and it will provide moderate protection for the tube. It is not important, but if it bothers you, grab some black electrical tape and tape it (in a tangential, not longitudinal path).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1192.0,"score_ratio":11.5}
{"post_id":"gdyqft","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is there a cheaper but safe to use alternative to race ramps? I like to change the oil in my vehicles myself.  My wife\u2019s 2018 Camry is so low profile I can\u2019t do it with ramps I have.  I don\u2019t want to pay $300 + for race ramps.  Any of you car guys know of an alternative??","c_root_id_A":"fpkbgyu","c_root_id_B":"fpkf4ii","created_at_utc_A":1588691624,"created_at_utc_B":1588693545,"score_A":14,"score_B":36,"human_ref_A":"Build your own out of wood.  There are lots of DIYs out there, here's one:  https:\/\/azoffroading.com\/blog\/do-it-yourself-wooden-car-ramps\/","human_ref_B":"Low profile jack and two jack stands.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1921.0,"score_ratio":2.5714285714}
{"post_id":"gdyqft","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is there a cheaper but safe to use alternative to race ramps? I like to change the oil in my vehicles myself.  My wife\u2019s 2018 Camry is so low profile I can\u2019t do it with ramps I have.  I don\u2019t want to pay $300 + for race ramps.  Any of you car guys know of an alternative??","c_root_id_A":"fpkf4ii","c_root_id_B":"fpk7tcd","created_at_utc_A":1588693545,"created_at_utc_B":1588689655,"score_A":36,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Low profile jack and two jack stands.","human_ref_B":"Harbor freight has some atv ramps to roll up on your ramps or jack up each side and slide your ramps under the tires","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3890.0,"score_ratio":12.0}
{"post_id":"gdyqft","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is there a cheaper but safe to use alternative to race ramps? I like to change the oil in my vehicles myself.  My wife\u2019s 2018 Camry is so low profile I can\u2019t do it with ramps I have.  I don\u2019t want to pay $300 + for race ramps.  Any of you car guys know of an alternative??","c_root_id_A":"fpk7tcd","c_root_id_B":"fpkbgyu","created_at_utc_A":1588689655,"created_at_utc_B":1588691624,"score_A":3,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Harbor freight has some atv ramps to roll up on your ramps or jack up each side and slide your ramps under the tires","human_ref_B":"Build your own out of wood.  There are lots of DIYs out there, here's one:  https:\/\/azoffroading.com\/blog\/do-it-yourself-wooden-car-ramps\/","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1969.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"edg2fd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it bad for a car to shift gears without using the gears while the ignition is not in? I know nothing about cars, but have always been told that shifting while not using the clutch damages the clutch. Yesterday while the car was off, my friend started to shift back and forth between gears, and I asked him to stop as i thought it damaged the gearbox. He claimed it did not hurt the car whatsoever. Is this information correct?","c_root_id_A":"fbit79c","c_root_id_B":"fbi87iz","created_at_utc_A":1576913133,"created_at_utc_B":1576893568,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"> shifting while not using the clutch damages the clutch  All else aside, this is wrong. It doesn't damage the clutch at all. It *can*, but won't necessarily, damage the gears.  But only if the engine is running.","human_ref_B":"Same thing happened to me when I was in my driveway. I was really surprised how easily it went into 3rd, and I could just use my pinkie through the gears. My car mechanic friend taught me that it was fine as long as the engine was off.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19565.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"d3uuw4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Bogging down and Stalling my car - how bad is this? I did something unusually dumb today. I was on the highway in 6th gear, got off on an exit ramp with a stoplight at the end, and forgot to take my car out of 6th. As I stopped the car, I bogged the engine down and the car shook around (and the shifter wiggled around a lot) for a second or 2 before the car stalled out (as soon as I noticed that it was bogging and bucking around I instantly put the clutch pedal all the way in to try to prevent the stall but was too late) It started right back up and drove normal on the way home, but I felt like a total jackass and I hate doing dumb shit like that. I\u2019m not the most mechanically inclined but I do everything that I can to be mechanically sympathetic.... so how bad was this stupid mistake? did I potentially mess something up?","c_root_id_A":"f05owye","c_root_id_B":"f05h6ov","created_at_utc_A":1568415500,"created_at_utc_B":1568409669,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Nah, you're fine. Only real damage is to your ego.","human_ref_B":"Yep totally fine. Done this in a race car once. Pulled up to the grid in 3rd gear and stalled that shit when the lights went out.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5831.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"d3uuw4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Bogging down and Stalling my car - how bad is this? I did something unusually dumb today. I was on the highway in 6th gear, got off on an exit ramp with a stoplight at the end, and forgot to take my car out of 6th. As I stopped the car, I bogged the engine down and the car shook around (and the shifter wiggled around a lot) for a second or 2 before the car stalled out (as soon as I noticed that it was bogging and bucking around I instantly put the clutch pedal all the way in to try to prevent the stall but was too late) It started right back up and drove normal on the way home, but I felt like a total jackass and I hate doing dumb shit like that. I\u2019m not the most mechanically inclined but I do everything that I can to be mechanically sympathetic.... so how bad was this stupid mistake? did I potentially mess something up?","c_root_id_A":"f05h6ov","c_root_id_B":"f05u2zf","created_at_utc_A":1568409669,"created_at_utc_B":1568419713,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Yep totally fine. Done this in a race car once. Pulled up to the grid in 3rd gear and stalled that shit when the lights went out.","human_ref_B":"Everything is fine, engines just wobble like that when they're spinning that slowly","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10044.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"bluk7u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What car brands do you predict will go out of buisness in the next 20 years? Do you think brands like that aren't doing all to well like Maserati, Buick, Lincoln and more will still be around in 20 years time?","c_root_id_A":"emrlg2g","c_root_id_B":"emrhzwt","created_at_utc_A":1557257771,"created_at_utc_B":1557255604,"score_A":34,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"I'd expect Mitsubishi will stop selling cars in the US at any time now, or at least, under the Mitsubishi name.","human_ref_B":"I was under the impression that Buick is mostly still around because demand is strong in China.  I'm surprised Lincoln is still around even now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2167.0,"score_ratio":1.7894736842}
{"post_id":"bluk7u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What car brands do you predict will go out of buisness in the next 20 years? Do you think brands like that aren't doing all to well like Maserati, Buick, Lincoln and more will still be around in 20 years time?","c_root_id_A":"emsawpm","c_root_id_B":"emrmmj4","created_at_utc_A":1557273490,"created_at_utc_B":1557258508,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Keep in mind that the brands you mentioned are all part of much larger corporations. They're all luxury brands that you wouldn't expect to see a ton of on the roads. They also all share platforms and technology with the other brands in the company so the engineering costs are lower and they can sell fewer units. In short, none of those brands are actually doing terribly right now. Maserati is probably the weakest but they have the oldest product lineup so some refreshed and new product might change that, they're far from doomed yet.","human_ref_B":"Fiat?  Given quality\/reliability\/depreciation woes, and the lack of those woes in certain Asian products, why buy the Fiat?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14982.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"bluk7u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What car brands do you predict will go out of buisness in the next 20 years? Do you think brands like that aren't doing all to well like Maserati, Buick, Lincoln and more will still be around in 20 years time?","c_root_id_A":"emsm8d9","c_root_id_B":"emrmmj4","created_at_utc_A":1557281458,"created_at_utc_B":1557258508,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Maserati is not doing well? By what metric?  They were selling ~4k cars \/ year globally before 2013, now they're selling ~60k cars \/ year and they've been growing.  Tell me which other manufacturer sells 12 times more cars than they did 6 years ago and in what universe does that translate to \"not doing well\".","human_ref_B":"Fiat?  Given quality\/reliability\/depreciation woes, and the lack of those woes in certain Asian products, why buy the Fiat?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22950.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"bluk7u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What car brands do you predict will go out of buisness in the next 20 years? Do you think brands like that aren't doing all to well like Maserati, Buick, Lincoln and more will still be around in 20 years time?","c_root_id_A":"emsi9no","c_root_id_B":"emrmmj4","created_at_utc_A":1557278615,"created_at_utc_B":1557258508,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Tesla, almost certainly.","human_ref_B":"Fiat?  Given quality\/reliability\/depreciation woes, and the lack of those woes in certain Asian products, why buy the Fiat?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20107.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixb98qs","c_root_id_B":"ixc2p37","created_at_utc_A":1669087947,"created_at_utc_B":1669108023,"score_A":9,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"If you leave it parked somewhere do you see oil dripping on the ground? A Q7 is tall enough that you might be able to look underneath and see any leaks.  If you're losing oil you're either burning it or you have a leak. A leak is a pain but can be fixed. Oil being burned could be fixable or it could be something very bad and expensive like a head gasket or piston rings.  If it's being burned you'll see blue smoke coming out of the tailpipe. Have a friend record a video or have a friend step on the gas with you standing behind the car and watching for smoke. You can also Google \"blue smoke oil burning\" and see some photos to try to find what to identify.  If you're losing that much oil in 60 miles I would stop driving it until you figure it out because when you run out you're harming components in the engine. Losing oil that fast honestly sounds like a big leak. Maybe the drain plug isn't tightened all the way?","human_ref_B":"I wish you luck in your ownership of a modern german car older than 7 years and outside of warranty.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20076.0,"score_ratio":2.1111111111}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixc2p37","c_root_id_B":"ixbbdxd","created_at_utc_A":1669108023,"created_at_utc_B":1669089034,"score_A":19,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I wish you luck in your ownership of a modern german car older than 7 years and outside of warranty.","human_ref_B":"Put a new clean flattened box of (cardboard) under the car over night and pull out in the morning and look for leaks.  If nothing put the box back and let the car idle for 15 minutes and see if it leaked while running.   If still no leaks take it to a mechanic and have them do a compression test.   This will determine if it's the rings or the head gasket.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18989.0,"score_ratio":3.8}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixb7fcl","c_root_id_B":"ixc2p37","created_at_utc_A":1669087050,"created_at_utc_B":1669108023,"score_A":3,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"What do you mean by 'oil is running out'? Does the oil light come on, is the dipstick dry?","human_ref_B":"I wish you luck in your ownership of a modern german car older than 7 years and outside of warranty.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20973.0,"score_ratio":6.3333333333}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixbjobm","c_root_id_B":"ixc2p37","created_at_utc_A":1669093738,"created_at_utc_B":1669108023,"score_A":3,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"I would take it to a German mechanic to diagnose the issue and get an estimate. If it's a dealership you bought it from, I would immediately go to try to get them to pay for it.","human_ref_B":"I wish you luck in your ownership of a modern german car older than 7 years and outside of warranty.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14285.0,"score_ratio":6.3333333333}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixb7fcl","c_root_id_B":"ixb98qs","created_at_utc_A":1669087050,"created_at_utc_B":1669087947,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"What do you mean by 'oil is running out'? Does the oil light come on, is the dipstick dry?","human_ref_B":"If you leave it parked somewhere do you see oil dripping on the ground? A Q7 is tall enough that you might be able to look underneath and see any leaks.  If you're losing oil you're either burning it or you have a leak. A leak is a pain but can be fixed. Oil being burned could be fixable or it could be something very bad and expensive like a head gasket or piston rings.  If it's being burned you'll see blue smoke coming out of the tailpipe. Have a friend record a video or have a friend step on the gas with you standing behind the car and watching for smoke. You can also Google \"blue smoke oil burning\" and see some photos to try to find what to identify.  If you're losing that much oil in 60 miles I would stop driving it until you figure it out because when you run out you're harming components in the engine. Losing oil that fast honestly sounds like a big leak. Maybe the drain plug isn't tightened all the way?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":897.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixb7fcl","c_root_id_B":"ixbbdxd","created_at_utc_A":1669087050,"created_at_utc_B":1669089034,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"What do you mean by 'oil is running out'? Does the oil light come on, is the dipstick dry?","human_ref_B":"Put a new clean flattened box of (cardboard) under the car over night and pull out in the morning and look for leaks.  If nothing put the box back and let the car idle for 15 minutes and see if it leaked while running.   If still no leaks take it to a mechanic and have them do a compression test.   This will determine if it's the rings or the head gasket.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1984.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"z1ipgf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Please be kind I'm having a shit day - I've just bought a 2015 Q7 which seems pristine. Running fine for a couple of weeks now the oil is running out every 60 miles or so. Its not leaking to my knowledge and I assume it's burning. Any advice or suggestions please?","c_root_id_A":"ixdd01k","c_root_id_B":"ixd5mpd","created_at_utc_A":1669134427,"created_at_utc_B":1669131401,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Every 60 MILES? that shit probably needs an engine, if it doesn't dump oil all over the ground.","human_ref_B":"You vehicle likely has a skid shield that\u2019s capturing the oil. Tow it to a mechanic you trust and have them do an inspection. Make sure there\u2019s documentation and photos of what they find. You\u2019re likely loosing it and its accumulating on the shield, which will probably spill over soon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3026.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"vsaeai","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can i put a full tank of premium gas when my car manual says to use regular?? My American express card has a $15 cash back offer right now when filling gas at Mobil but only applies to premium gas.  Dont know how Amex will know which fuel i bought  But I want to know if premium gas will damage my car in anyway. I will be going back to regular after this one time.  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"if04st8","c_root_id_B":"if0ghnz","created_at_utc_A":1657061323,"created_at_utc_B":1657066625,"score_A":6,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"It's not going to hurt anything, especially if you're only doing it one time, but you're not going to see any benefit other than getting to use your cash back offer.","human_ref_B":"The only difference between premium (93 octane usually) and regular (87 octane usually) is the amount of resistance to pre-ignition. Higher octane resists pre-ignition better than lower octane and is used in higher performance engines with higher compressions ratios or forced induction.  It will cause no damage to your engine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5302.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"vsaeai","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can i put a full tank of premium gas when my car manual says to use regular?? My American express card has a $15 cash back offer right now when filling gas at Mobil but only applies to premium gas.  Dont know how Amex will know which fuel i bought  But I want to know if premium gas will damage my car in anyway. I will be going back to regular after this one time.  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"if0ghnz","c_root_id_B":"if0b42w","created_at_utc_A":1657066625,"created_at_utc_B":1657064154,"score_A":21,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The only difference between premium (93 octane usually) and regular (87 octane usually) is the amount of resistance to pre-ignition. Higher octane resists pre-ignition better than lower octane and is used in higher performance engines with higher compressions ratios or forced induction.  It will cause no damage to your engine.","human_ref_B":"I absolutely never hurts anything at all to use higher rated fuel in a car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2471.0,"score_ratio":5.25}
{"post_id":"vsaeai","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can i put a full tank of premium gas when my car manual says to use regular?? My American express card has a $15 cash back offer right now when filling gas at Mobil but only applies to premium gas.  Dont know how Amex will know which fuel i bought  But I want to know if premium gas will damage my car in anyway. I will be going back to regular after this one time.  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"if0ghnz","c_root_id_B":"if099u8","created_at_utc_A":1657066625,"created_at_utc_B":1657063317,"score_A":21,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The only difference between premium (93 octane usually) and regular (87 octane usually) is the amount of resistance to pre-ignition. Higher octane resists pre-ignition better than lower octane and is used in higher performance engines with higher compressions ratios or forced induction.  It will cause no damage to your engine.","human_ref_B":"Yes you can. It will not harm the engine in any way.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3308.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"vsaeai","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can i put a full tank of premium gas when my car manual says to use regular?? My American express card has a $15 cash back offer right now when filling gas at Mobil but only applies to premium gas.  Dont know how Amex will know which fuel i bought  But I want to know if premium gas will damage my car in anyway. I will be going back to regular after this one time.  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"if0b42w","c_root_id_B":"if099u8","created_at_utc_A":1657064154,"created_at_utc_B":1657063317,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I absolutely never hurts anything at all to use higher rated fuel in a car.","human_ref_B":"Yes you can. It will not harm the engine in any way.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":837.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"vdhdsf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why built-in dash cams are so rare? Hi,  I am looking at a new cars and one thing I want is 360\u00b0 camera for parking and tights spaces. But what I don't understand is why are these cameras not reused as a dashcam? Like Tesla is known for and I found that few others have it as well.  Would those be overheating or something? I can't imagine extra SW and menu button is more expensive than to create SW for 360 view which is constructed from the same cameras.  I think they just choose no to do it.  For example: Porsche Taycan (waaaaay out of my price range but expensive enough where I'd such feature expect)  They create such view with SW to help you park but then you can buy \u20ac419 Porsche camera to use it as a dashcam. Sure they make money off of it but how much really when non-Porsche customers will buy something way cheaper.  I feel like this should be basic feature of any car which already has the HW installed.","c_root_id_A":"ickuhg4","c_root_id_B":"ickfp3f","created_at_utc_A":1655385481,"created_at_utc_B":1655376523,"score_A":25,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ve had the same thought, but I\u2019m decided it would actually not be as great as it seems.   First of all, you\u2019d be creating an entirely new dynamic with insurance - presumably dash video would be available to your insurance provider at their discretion. If you lease the car, the company that holds the title would technically own the cam and footage. I don\u2019t know about you but I\u2019m not a huge fan of having a trove of personal data available to outside companies.   I think dash cams are great but I also think it\u2019s important, at least at this point, to have them separate from the ownership of the vehicle itself. Having dash cams as a standard feature is a slippery slope to those data being available parties that value their bottom line over your personal privacy.","human_ref_B":"I agree with ya. But car companies only have 1 thing they care about.  Profit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8958.0,"score_ratio":3.125}
{"post_id":"v4oc5x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Are Jeeps still considered unreliable for the long haul? I'm considering a Grand Cherokee for my next rig, as it hits the mark for me in terms of size and capability. My ideal budget puts me in the 2018 -2019 range, targeting less then 50,000 miles. I plan on keeping the vehicle 4-6 years, doing about 10k per year.  Jeep is not a manufacturer I'm familiar with, and I really only know them by what could very like be an outdated reputation.   Appreciate y'all's input. Thanks for being part of my research process!","c_root_id_A":"ib5of93","c_root_id_B":"ib613cj","created_at_utc_A":1654358853,"created_at_utc_B":1654365499,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes jeeps are utter trash.  Source: personal experience and every car guy I ever went to would literally make fun of me for having a jeep bc they are considered so junky.","human_ref_B":"Jeep . Just  Eats  Every  Penny","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6646.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"v4oc5x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Are Jeeps still considered unreliable for the long haul? I'm considering a Grand Cherokee for my next rig, as it hits the mark for me in terms of size and capability. My ideal budget puts me in the 2018 -2019 range, targeting less then 50,000 miles. I plan on keeping the vehicle 4-6 years, doing about 10k per year.  Jeep is not a manufacturer I'm familiar with, and I really only know them by what could very like be an outdated reputation.   Appreciate y'all's input. Thanks for being part of my research process!","c_root_id_A":"ib613cj","c_root_id_B":"ib5uyzv","created_at_utc_A":1654365499,"created_at_utc_B":1654362285,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Jeep . Just  Eats  Every  Penny","human_ref_B":"Jeep is junk.  They're great for off-road use, but they're bad at just about everything else.    Get a 4Runner.  They're more capable off road and will never leave you stranded.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3214.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"v4oc5x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Are Jeeps still considered unreliable for the long haul? I'm considering a Grand Cherokee for my next rig, as it hits the mark for me in terms of size and capability. My ideal budget puts me in the 2018 -2019 range, targeting less then 50,000 miles. I plan on keeping the vehicle 4-6 years, doing about 10k per year.  Jeep is not a manufacturer I'm familiar with, and I really only know them by what could very like be an outdated reputation.   Appreciate y'all's input. Thanks for being part of my research process!","c_root_id_A":"ib6gdrg","c_root_id_B":"ib5uyzv","created_at_utc_A":1654373842,"created_at_utc_B":1654362285,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"\u201cBuyer Be Ware\u201d. Fiat, Chrysler, Jeep have been on the bottom half of most reliability lists. My own experience with Chrysler is that their incidence of repair is off the charts.","human_ref_B":"Jeep is junk.  They're great for off-road use, but they're bad at just about everything else.    Get a 4Runner.  They're more capable off road and will never leave you stranded.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11557.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0ywki6","c_root_id_B":"i0yewtm","created_at_utc_A":1647484163,"created_at_utc_B":1647476140,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I think from a rational and utilitarian perspective, they are a great idea and I'm surprised the mainstream push toward them hadn't come sooner.   However, from the perspective of an \"active driver\" who loves sports cars and manual transmissions, they feel dull and soulless - no real \"enjoyment factor\" even if they have impressive performance on paper. Also, they are way too damn expensive.","human_ref_B":"My thoughts on EVs.... They could make them more stylish and sporty.   They are good for local commutes, but not yet practical for long road trips like gas powered cars.   Until they can get a full charge in under 10 minutes, still 2-3 times longer than filling up the tank with gasoline, they will not be useful for multiple state travel distances.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8023.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0ywki6","c_root_id_B":"i0yihy8","created_at_utc_A":1647484163,"created_at_utc_B":1647477818,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I think from a rational and utilitarian perspective, they are a great idea and I'm surprised the mainstream push toward them hadn't come sooner.   However, from the perspective of an \"active driver\" who loves sports cars and manual transmissions, they feel dull and soulless - no real \"enjoyment factor\" even if they have impressive performance on paper. Also, they are way too damn expensive.","human_ref_B":"I filled it out.  I am actually looking to purchase an EV as my next vehicle.  Hope it helps.  These vehicles are going to be the future but they simply aren\u2019t practical or affordable for the majority of people right now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6345.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0yczr1","c_root_id_B":"i0ywki6","created_at_utc_A":1647475269,"created_at_utc_B":1647484163,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I answered... I'm a weirdo when it comes to cars though, so I hope I hope I don't skew your results too much.","human_ref_B":"I think from a rational and utilitarian perspective, they are a great idea and I'm surprised the mainstream push toward them hadn't come sooner.   However, from the perspective of an \"active driver\" who loves sports cars and manual transmissions, they feel dull and soulless - no real \"enjoyment factor\" even if they have impressive performance on paper. Also, they are way too damn expensive.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8894.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0yczr1","c_root_id_B":"i0yewtm","created_at_utc_A":1647475269,"created_at_utc_B":1647476140,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I answered... I'm a weirdo when it comes to cars though, so I hope I hope I don't skew your results too much.","human_ref_B":"My thoughts on EVs.... They could make them more stylish and sporty.   They are good for local commutes, but not yet practical for long road trips like gas powered cars.   Until they can get a full charge in under 10 minutes, still 2-3 times longer than filling up the tank with gasoline, they will not be useful for multiple state travel distances.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":871.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0yihy8","c_root_id_B":"i0yczr1","created_at_utc_A":1647477818,"created_at_utc_B":1647475269,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I filled it out.  I am actually looking to purchase an EV as my next vehicle.  Hope it helps.  These vehicles are going to be the future but they simply aren\u2019t practical or affordable for the majority of people right now.","human_ref_B":"I answered... I'm a weirdo when it comes to cars though, so I hope I hope I don't skew your results too much.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2549.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0yczr1","c_root_id_B":"i0zdrz7","created_at_utc_A":1647475269,"created_at_utc_B":1647493029,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I answered... I'm a weirdo when it comes to cars though, so I hope I hope I don't skew your results too much.","human_ref_B":"My issues with EVs are pricing and styling.    They're extremely expensive compared to their ICE counterparts.  Styling is atrocious these days as most models have featureless flat panels where the grille would normally be located.  Come on...  Have some creativity.    I hope that Dodge and Chevy knock it out of the park with their muscle car EVs.  Whichever manufacturer rolls the first electric muscle car onto showroom floors is the one that's getting my V8 Camaro trade-in.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17760.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"tfpuzo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What are your opinions on EVs? I am a senior in high school at Long Beach Poly and for my AP Research class I am collecting data that involves how different people, particularly car enthusiasts, feel about the electrification of vehicles. The survey below should take between 5-10 minutes and would help me out a ton if you could take it. Even if you dont wish to take the survey, an upvote would be appreciated to help more people see it.  https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfqyA7AoADInS9Ul1h-5QUPvoxMnzwE3z45TETOESjqAVJAlg\/viewform?usp=sf\\_link","c_root_id_A":"i0yczr1","c_root_id_B":"i0zqfcq","created_at_utc_A":1647475269,"created_at_utc_B":1647502360,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I answered... I'm a weirdo when it comes to cars though, so I hope I hope I don't skew your results too much.","human_ref_B":"EVs are probably good for daily drivers. They're efficient and as a commuter can be charged at home... assuming you have some way to install a charging port at home. Outside of first world cities, I'd REALLY have to be an EV enthusiast to buy one as the infrastructure isn't there yet.  I myself am interested in hybrids. Freedoms of a regular car with the battery powering AC and whatever else during traffic jams. Yea the battery will go bad in a decade, but so will pure EVs... But at least i still have an engine.  Also I'd like to add... a few years back Singapore charged Tesla Model S a kind of gas guzzling tax usually meant for high horsepower cars which I actually agree with. These Model S and cars like the Tycan while efficient at lower speeds, they do have the ability to go really fast and use up a lot of energy much like the regular ICE high performance cars. So it stands to reason electric cars should be charged a tax like this for models like the Model S Plaid which would maybe help subsidize actual efficient daily commuter EVs and maybe get their prices a bit lower.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":27091.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoof5n4","c_root_id_B":"hoonitc","created_at_utc_A":1639594371,"created_at_utc_B":1639597580,"score_A":15,"score_B":40,"human_ref_A":"Ozone treatment. Buy machine from amazon","human_ref_B":"Biocide auto shocker. This shit will blow your freaking mind. It makes ozone look like a child's toy. Clean the car, vacuum and wipe down surfaces first. Set one off for 24 hours. It will smell a bit like a hospital for a day or two but then it goes to (actual) new car small. You'll be amazed  Edit: Biocide is $20 on Amazon so it's also your cheapest option (in addition to being the most effective)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3209.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoonitc","c_root_id_B":"hoolh20","created_at_utc_A":1639597580,"created_at_utc_B":1639596798,"score_A":40,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Biocide auto shocker. This shit will blow your freaking mind. It makes ozone look like a child's toy. Clean the car, vacuum and wipe down surfaces first. Set one off for 24 hours. It will smell a bit like a hospital for a day or two but then it goes to (actual) new car small. You'll be amazed  Edit: Biocide is $20 on Amazon so it's also your cheapest option (in addition to being the most effective)","human_ref_B":"Take it to an auto detailer, the money you spend will be well worth it, they can clean the carpets and upholstery far better than the average person, and they will clean in places most won't. like pulling the vents and cleaning inside the ducting and such. They can also run an ozone machine in it to kill most of the nicotine and tar odors after they clean.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":782.0,"score_ratio":5.7142857143}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoohczd","c_root_id_B":"hoonitc","created_at_utc_A":1639595221,"created_at_utc_B":1639597580,"score_A":3,"score_B":40,"human_ref_A":"I believe Ozone treatment is going to be the most effective odor elimination. Amazon appears to have generators for home use around 60-70 dollars. Or I imagine you could have a shop do it.","human_ref_B":"Biocide auto shocker. This shit will blow your freaking mind. It makes ozone look like a child's toy. Clean the car, vacuum and wipe down surfaces first. Set one off for 24 hours. It will smell a bit like a hospital for a day or two but then it goes to (actual) new car small. You'll be amazed  Edit: Biocide is $20 on Amazon so it's also your cheapest option (in addition to being the most effective)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2359.0,"score_ratio":13.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoonitc","c_root_id_B":"hoohztc","created_at_utc_A":1639597580,"created_at_utc_B":1639595467,"score_A":40,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Biocide auto shocker. This shit will blow your freaking mind. It makes ozone look like a child's toy. Clean the car, vacuum and wipe down surfaces first. Set one off for 24 hours. It will smell a bit like a hospital for a day or two but then it goes to (actual) new car small. You'll be amazed  Edit: Biocide is $20 on Amazon so it's also your cheapest option (in addition to being the most effective)","human_ref_B":"Take it to a detailer. You need an Ozone machine or treatment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2113.0,"score_ratio":13.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hooim7p","c_root_id_B":"hoonitc","created_at_utc_A":1639595705,"created_at_utc_B":1639597580,"score_A":3,"score_B":40,"human_ref_A":"Maybe try a wet\/dry vac on all of the fabrics including headliner. The smell will be from sticky deposits of nicotine trapped in the fabric. If all else fails, try the ozone. Just don't go too crazy on the headliner because it could damage it.","human_ref_B":"Biocide auto shocker. This shit will blow your freaking mind. It makes ozone look like a child's toy. Clean the car, vacuum and wipe down surfaces first. Set one off for 24 hours. It will smell a bit like a hospital for a day or two but then it goes to (actual) new car small. You'll be amazed  Edit: Biocide is $20 on Amazon so it's also your cheapest option (in addition to being the most effective)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1875.0,"score_ratio":13.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoot9h9","c_root_id_B":"hoof5n4","created_at_utc_A":1639599786,"created_at_utc_B":1639594371,"score_A":18,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Quickest way is to start smoking","human_ref_B":"Ozone treatment. Buy machine from amazon","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5415.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoolh20","c_root_id_B":"hoot9h9","created_at_utc_A":1639596798,"created_at_utc_B":1639599786,"score_A":7,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Take it to an auto detailer, the money you spend will be well worth it, they can clean the carpets and upholstery far better than the average person, and they will clean in places most won't. like pulling the vents and cleaning inside the ducting and such. They can also run an ozone machine in it to kill most of the nicotine and tar odors after they clean.","human_ref_B":"Quickest way is to start smoking","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2988.0,"score_ratio":2.5714285714}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoohczd","c_root_id_B":"hoot9h9","created_at_utc_A":1639595221,"created_at_utc_B":1639599786,"score_A":3,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"I believe Ozone treatment is going to be the most effective odor elimination. Amazon appears to have generators for home use around 60-70 dollars. Or I imagine you could have a shop do it.","human_ref_B":"Quickest way is to start smoking","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4565.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoohztc","c_root_id_B":"hoot9h9","created_at_utc_A":1639595467,"created_at_utc_B":1639599786,"score_A":3,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Take it to a detailer. You need an Ozone machine or treatment.","human_ref_B":"Quickest way is to start smoking","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4319.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hooim7p","c_root_id_B":"hoot9h9","created_at_utc_A":1639595705,"created_at_utc_B":1639599786,"score_A":3,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Maybe try a wet\/dry vac on all of the fabrics including headliner. The smell will be from sticky deposits of nicotine trapped in the fabric. If all else fails, try the ozone. Just don't go too crazy on the headliner because it could damage it.","human_ref_B":"Quickest way is to start smoking","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4081.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoot9h9","c_root_id_B":"hoosn4g","created_at_utc_A":1639599786,"created_at_utc_B":1639599548,"score_A":18,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Quickest way is to start smoking","human_ref_B":"basically yes unless you have a extraction wet and dry vaccuum.  all the seats will need to be taken out and extracted along with carpet and interior there are quite a few car detailing channels like m.a.d detailing and ammo NYC YT channels.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":238.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoot9h9","c_root_id_B":"hoosqj4","created_at_utc_A":1639599786,"created_at_utc_B":1639599584,"score_A":18,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Quickest way is to start smoking","human_ref_B":"In my experience you will never fully remove the smell. You\u2019ll always catch a whiff when you turn the heat on or whatever.  That said, over time it will dissipate. So don\u2019t get too crazy right now. Ozone and a deep wet clean on the fabric. All you can do.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":202.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoohczd","c_root_id_B":"hoolh20","created_at_utc_A":1639595221,"created_at_utc_B":1639596798,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I believe Ozone treatment is going to be the most effective odor elimination. Amazon appears to have generators for home use around 60-70 dollars. Or I imagine you could have a shop do it.","human_ref_B":"Take it to an auto detailer, the money you spend will be well worth it, they can clean the carpets and upholstery far better than the average person, and they will clean in places most won't. like pulling the vents and cleaning inside the ducting and such. They can also run an ozone machine in it to kill most of the nicotine and tar odors after they clean.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1577.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoolh20","c_root_id_B":"hoohztc","created_at_utc_A":1639596798,"created_at_utc_B":1639595467,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Take it to an auto detailer, the money you spend will be well worth it, they can clean the carpets and upholstery far better than the average person, and they will clean in places most won't. like pulling the vents and cleaning inside the ducting and such. They can also run an ozone machine in it to kill most of the nicotine and tar odors after they clean.","human_ref_B":"Take it to a detailer. You need an Ozone machine or treatment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1331.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hooim7p","c_root_id_B":"hoolh20","created_at_utc_A":1639595705,"created_at_utc_B":1639596798,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Maybe try a wet\/dry vac on all of the fabrics including headliner. The smell will be from sticky deposits of nicotine trapped in the fabric. If all else fails, try the ozone. Just don't go too crazy on the headliner because it could damage it.","human_ref_B":"Take it to an auto detailer, the money you spend will be well worth it, they can clean the carpets and upholstery far better than the average person, and they will clean in places most won't. like pulling the vents and cleaning inside the ducting and such. They can also run an ozone machine in it to kill most of the nicotine and tar odors after they clean.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1093.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoosn4g","c_root_id_B":"hoozgjr","created_at_utc_A":1639599548,"created_at_utc_B":1639602193,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"basically yes unless you have a extraction wet and dry vaccuum.  all the seats will need to be taken out and extracted along with carpet and interior there are quite a few car detailing channels like m.a.d detailing and ammo NYC YT channels.","human_ref_B":"What you need is some well used c.v. joint grease. A little dab under the dash, ideally near the ac outlets. You'll never even think someone smoked in it afterwards","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2645.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hoozgjr","c_root_id_B":"hoosqj4","created_at_utc_A":1639602193,"created_at_utc_B":1639599584,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"What you need is some well used c.v. joint grease. A little dab under the dash, ideally near the ac outlets. You'll never even think someone smoked in it afterwards","human_ref_B":"In my experience you will never fully remove the smell. You\u2019ll always catch a whiff when you turn the heat on or whatever.  That said, over time it will dissipate. So don\u2019t get too crazy right now. Ozone and a deep wet clean on the fabric. All you can do.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2609.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hop6map","c_root_id_B":"hoosn4g","created_at_utc_A":1639604954,"created_at_utc_B":1639599548,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Besides everything thing else people are  suggesting, you\u2019re going to want to change your cabin air filter as well and maybe Fabreez the intake and out take too, other wise it will allways smell like smoke no matter what you do.","human_ref_B":"basically yes unless you have a extraction wet and dry vaccuum.  all the seats will need to be taken out and extracted along with carpet and interior there are quite a few car detailing channels like m.a.d detailing and ammo NYC YT channels.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5406.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rh65ff","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Bought a used car. How do I get cigarette stink out of it?  Hi everyone! I just bought my first used car, it was from a family member and I didn't have to pay for the car itself, just the repairs, so it was too good a deal to pass up. Problem is, my family member's boyfriend smoked constantly in the car and did so for years. There was ash all under the driver and passenger seat like he just knocked the ash off over the center console but somehow always missed. Quite frankly the whole thing was gross. The key fob was practically yellow and I spent a good half hour scrubbing it.  I febreezed inside the car a few days ago and got a clip-on air freshener for the vent, and yesterday I spent 5 hours with the doors all open vacuuming as much up as I could, then sprinkled baking soda all over the upholstery and floors, and left two containers of used coffee grounds open in the car (I've heard coffee absorbs smell?). When I locked it up yesterday it smelled alright, still lingered a little but I thought I'd gotten the worst of it. Today I went out to check and reeked like I hadn't done anything to it in the first place. What the hell do I do? I'll start driving it as my primary vehicle in a month and I don't know how to get the stink out! I'm not a smoker, I don't like sitting in cars that smell like cigarettes, I certainly don't want to subject any friends to a cigarette-y car, and I *definitely* don't want the smell clinging to my clothes. Is my only option to pay for expensive detailing? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hop6map","c_root_id_B":"hoosqj4","created_at_utc_A":1639604954,"created_at_utc_B":1639599584,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Besides everything thing else people are  suggesting, you\u2019re going to want to change your cabin air filter as well and maybe Fabreez the intake and out take too, other wise it will allways smell like smoke no matter what you do.","human_ref_B":"In my experience you will never fully remove the smell. You\u2019ll always catch a whiff when you turn the heat on or whatever.  That said, over time it will dissipate. So don\u2019t get too crazy right now. Ozone and a deep wet clean on the fabric. All you can do.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5370.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3w8zkz","c_root_id_B":"h3wezot","created_at_utc_A":1625293412,"created_at_utc_B":1625298795,"score_A":14,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Phaeton","human_ref_B":"In true Griswold fashion I'll bring up 70s and 80s American Estate wagons. They ate miles like it was nothing, could make any modern SUV jealous of their cargo space, drove like clouds over the bumps, could survive an apocalypse and still turn over, and often had seating for 7.  Modern tech might be a turn off for using these, but honestly I'd argue it's very hard to touch the level of comfort a Ford Country Squire or Buick Estate could offer.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5383.0,"score_ratio":1.6428571429}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3waia3","c_root_id_B":"h3wezot","created_at_utc_A":1625294726,"created_at_utc_B":1625298795,"score_A":8,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Landcruiser","human_ref_B":"In true Griswold fashion I'll bring up 70s and 80s American Estate wagons. They ate miles like it was nothing, could make any modern SUV jealous of their cargo space, drove like clouds over the bumps, could survive an apocalypse and still turn over, and often had seating for 7.  Modern tech might be a turn off for using these, but honestly I'd argue it's very hard to touch the level of comfort a Ford Country Squire or Buick Estate could offer.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4069.0,"score_ratio":2.875}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wxoqq","c_root_id_B":"h3w8zkz","created_at_utc_A":1625315761,"created_at_utc_B":1625293412,"score_A":17,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"This is going to get a lot of hate but a good minivan. Nobody suggests it because it doesn't have the cool image that, say, a land cruiser has. But it's so comfortable, spacious, and feature-rich. Not to mention if you have small kids, you don't have to lift them up into the vehicle for the hundredth time during a road trip. They easily climb into the car themselves.","human_ref_B":"Phaeton","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22349.0,"score_ratio":1.2142857143}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wxoqq","c_root_id_B":"h3wkxc7","created_at_utc_A":1625315761,"created_at_utc_B":1625304572,"score_A":17,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"This is going to get a lot of hate but a good minivan. Nobody suggests it because it doesn't have the cool image that, say, a land cruiser has. But it's so comfortable, spacious, and feature-rich. Not to mention if you have small kids, you don't have to lift them up into the vehicle for the hundredth time during a road trip. They easily climb into the car themselves.","human_ref_B":"depends on what country:  europe? ford transit van  japan? lexus ls400  USA? 70s land barge.   australia\/NZ? ford falcon wagon","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11189.0,"score_ratio":2.125}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wu9ow","c_root_id_B":"h3wxoqq","created_at_utc_A":1625313154,"created_at_utc_B":1625315761,"score_A":8,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Avalon  * Cheap * Relatively good mpg for what it is * Not slow * FWD if you hit snow * Also IMO looks sleek * Adaptive cruise * Heated\/Cooled seats * Trunk can fit 4-5 bodies  Source: Own a 2011 and love it.","human_ref_B":"This is going to get a lot of hate but a good minivan. Nobody suggests it because it doesn't have the cool image that, say, a land cruiser has. But it's so comfortable, spacious, and feature-rich. Not to mention if you have small kids, you don't have to lift them up into the vehicle for the hundredth time during a road trip. They easily climb into the car themselves.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2607.0,"score_ratio":2.125}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wxoqq","c_root_id_B":"h3waia3","created_at_utc_A":1625315761,"created_at_utc_B":1625294726,"score_A":17,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"This is going to get a lot of hate but a good minivan. Nobody suggests it because it doesn't have the cool image that, say, a land cruiser has. But it's so comfortable, spacious, and feature-rich. Not to mention if you have small kids, you don't have to lift them up into the vehicle for the hundredth time during a road trip. They easily climb into the car themselves.","human_ref_B":"Toyota Landcruiser","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21035.0,"score_ratio":2.125}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wnxqt","c_root_id_B":"h3wxoqq","created_at_utc_A":1625307459,"created_at_utc_B":1625315761,"score_A":5,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Probably the biggest car with the best cruise control. Some can even handle stop and go traffic, which I wish mine did. But radar cruise control is a game changer for long trips.","human_ref_B":"This is going to get a lot of hate but a good minivan. Nobody suggests it because it doesn't have the cool image that, say, a land cruiser has. But it's so comfortable, spacious, and feature-rich. Not to mention if you have small kids, you don't have to lift them up into the vehicle for the hundredth time during a road trip. They easily climb into the car themselves.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8302.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wnxqt","c_root_id_B":"h3wu9ow","created_at_utc_A":1625307459,"created_at_utc_B":1625313154,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Probably the biggest car with the best cruise control. Some can even handle stop and go traffic, which I wish mine did. But radar cruise control is a game changer for long trips.","human_ref_B":"Avalon  * Cheap * Relatively good mpg for what it is * Not slow * FWD if you hit snow * Also IMO looks sleek * Adaptive cruise * Heated\/Cooled seats * Trunk can fit 4-5 bodies  Source: Own a 2011 and love it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5695.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3wz08z","c_root_id_B":"h3x8a3a","created_at_utc_A":1625316678,"created_at_utc_B":1625322210,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Porsche 911 turbo. Drove on from NJ to Dallas in two days and it was glorious!","human_ref_B":"If you are talking multi-state road trip in the USA, a new minivan with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist is basically the best way to travel long distances - end of story.  You're going to be eating up hours and hours of driving on interstates where the only danger to you is something in front of you (car braking suddenly) and staying in your lane. With a minivan you get lots of room to stretch, an ideal seating position for long stretches of driving, plenty of cargo room for snacks, drinks, and good height for seeing the road.  You get a superior ride to an SUV (and better gas mileage) and plenty of cargo space for luggage\/shopping trips along the way.  I've driven thousands of miles in my wife's Odyssey and if you have LKA and ACC, you can literally drive for hours with two fingers, one on the wheel, and one on the turn signal. This is the answer, even though I'm a car enthusiast who loves carving canyons in a tiny japanese 2-seater with a manual transmission.  But for taking a long drive on an insterstate, a new minivan is the way to go.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5532.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3x016p","c_root_id_B":"h3x8a3a","created_at_utc_A":1625317370,"created_at_utc_B":1625322210,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Audi RS6 Comfortable, large storage space, sounds like a dragon and is stupidly fast","human_ref_B":"If you are talking multi-state road trip in the USA, a new minivan with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist is basically the best way to travel long distances - end of story.  You're going to be eating up hours and hours of driving on interstates where the only danger to you is something in front of you (car braking suddenly) and staying in your lane. With a minivan you get lots of room to stretch, an ideal seating position for long stretches of driving, plenty of cargo room for snacks, drinks, and good height for seeing the road.  You get a superior ride to an SUV (and better gas mileage) and plenty of cargo space for luggage\/shopping trips along the way.  I've driven thousands of miles in my wife's Odyssey and if you have LKA and ACC, you can literally drive for hours with two fingers, one on the wheel, and one on the turn signal. This is the answer, even though I'm a car enthusiast who loves carving canyons in a tiny japanese 2-seater with a manual transmission.  But for taking a long drive on an insterstate, a new minivan is the way to go.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4840.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ocsi16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"The best car for a road trip? It's for a homework","c_root_id_A":"h3x8a3a","c_root_id_B":"h3x1y2e","created_at_utc_A":1625322210,"created_at_utc_B":1625318598,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you are talking multi-state road trip in the USA, a new minivan with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist is basically the best way to travel long distances - end of story.  You're going to be eating up hours and hours of driving on interstates where the only danger to you is something in front of you (car braking suddenly) and staying in your lane. With a minivan you get lots of room to stretch, an ideal seating position for long stretches of driving, plenty of cargo room for snacks, drinks, and good height for seeing the road.  You get a superior ride to an SUV (and better gas mileage) and plenty of cargo space for luggage\/shopping trips along the way.  I've driven thousands of miles in my wife's Odyssey and if you have LKA and ACC, you can literally drive for hours with two fingers, one on the wheel, and one on the turn signal. This is the answer, even though I'm a car enthusiast who loves carving canyons in a tiny japanese 2-seater with a manual transmission.  But for taking a long drive on an insterstate, a new minivan is the way to go.","human_ref_B":"Honda Accord Crosstour","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3612.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ocfy4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Long road trip in extreme heat: will my car be ok? I don\u2019t know much about cars so bear with me if the question is dumb.  This summer I\u2019m headed on a cross country road trip going west on I-80 passing through Utah and Nevada and arriving in California.  The 7-8 hr stretch from SLC to Reno worries me especially because I expect extreme heat of 110-120+ F for the entire ride through northern Nevada. (I could travel at night but I\u2019m trying to understand the worst case scenario)  I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid. Should I have any concerns about the engine, battery (because hybrid) or any other part when traveling pretty much non-stop for 8 hours in that kind of heat?","c_root_id_A":"h3ug5b5","c_root_id_B":"h3u61b2","created_at_utc_A":1625256279,"created_at_utc_B":1625251891,"score_A":30,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":">I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid  LOL you're fine.","human_ref_B":"You'll be fine. Cars are tested in extreme heat and cold.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4388.0,"score_ratio":1.0344827586}
{"post_id":"ocfy4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Long road trip in extreme heat: will my car be ok? I don\u2019t know much about cars so bear with me if the question is dumb.  This summer I\u2019m headed on a cross country road trip going west on I-80 passing through Utah and Nevada and arriving in California.  The 7-8 hr stretch from SLC to Reno worries me especially because I expect extreme heat of 110-120+ F for the entire ride through northern Nevada. (I could travel at night but I\u2019m trying to understand the worst case scenario)  I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid. Should I have any concerns about the engine, battery (because hybrid) or any other part when traveling pretty much non-stop for 8 hours in that kind of heat?","c_root_id_A":"h3uaijy","c_root_id_B":"h3ug5b5","created_at_utc_A":1625253841,"created_at_utc_B":1625256279,"score_A":6,"score_B":30,"human_ref_A":"A loooong time ago, I was on a road trip where the driver was towing an RV and 2-3 tires on it popped. That's the only thing that comes to mind for me, but I don't know whether heat contributed to the issue.  Honestly, I think that you'll be fine. Like op3l's comment, cars are designed to handle a variety of climates.","human_ref_B":">I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid  LOL you're fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2438.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"ocfy4s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Long road trip in extreme heat: will my car be ok? I don\u2019t know much about cars so bear with me if the question is dumb.  This summer I\u2019m headed on a cross country road trip going west on I-80 passing through Utah and Nevada and arriving in California.  The 7-8 hr stretch from SLC to Reno worries me especially because I expect extreme heat of 110-120+ F for the entire ride through northern Nevada. (I could travel at night but I\u2019m trying to understand the worst case scenario)  I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid. Should I have any concerns about the engine, battery (because hybrid) or any other part when traveling pretty much non-stop for 8 hours in that kind of heat?","c_root_id_A":"h3uffc9","c_root_id_B":"h3ug5b5","created_at_utc_A":1625255969,"created_at_utc_B":1625256279,"score_A":3,"score_B":30,"human_ref_A":"You will be fine cars are tested in environments like that from the manufacturer. The only thing you shovel be doing is checking your tire air pressure and maybe letting some out once you are in high temperatures, to prevent a blowout from heat expansion.","human_ref_B":">I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid  LOL you're fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":310.0,"score_ratio":10.0}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3hv9a1","c_root_id_B":"h3hw7lv","created_at_utc_A":1625007394,"created_at_utc_B":1625007863,"score_A":3,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"If the caliper came off outright that is 2 bolts not dome up properly and it could have easily damaged other things in the wheel well while it was loose. Very very bad.","human_ref_B":"He's definitely covering his ass.   How big of a dick do you want to be? At the very least I would want the labor back for the job. That's acceptable.  Wanna be a big dick?  While this is all fresh in your mind, write everything down. And I mean everything. The time that you called, when you dropped your car off, when you picked it up, exactly where you drove. At what mile marker your brakes started to go out. How long it took you to drive back limping the car along. what time you called the shop to talk about it. What was said. Write it down, write it all down. And then call a lawyer with a big smiling face on a billboard somewhere that says if you don't win, you don't pay. If they take it to court and you've got all the details written down in an organized, factual, non accusatory manner, and the other guy just says something along the lines of \"I'm pretty sure the guy I trained wouldn't do that\" you're going to win.  Also, I'm totally not a lawyer. And I'm totally talking out my ass, but that's how I think it should happen.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":469.0,"score_ratio":9.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3i1nx7","c_root_id_B":"h3hyre2","created_at_utc_A":1625010563,"created_at_utc_B":1625009113,"score_A":22,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m gonna be real, this dude replaced the part and fixed everything, that\u2019s better than you\u2019re usually gonna get.  Remember if you go legal, and the judge says \u201chey he did his best\u201d... you\u2019re out the legal fees.   As a car guy, I would have ripped that guy to shreds in his own office. In front of customers too. And... probably gotten a damn good chunk of my refund... shit, sorry friend. Bad situation.   Don\u2019t go back. The rest is your choice. That\u2019s a seriously fucked mistake to make.   And he should have bedded them for you too and then reinspected... ya this guy gets a terrible review, at least. Not cool for mechanics to ever fuck up brakes. Ever.","human_ref_B":"That sucks. People make mistakes. It could have been worse. But it wasn't.  If everything is fine now, how are you damaged other than that pair of undies you may as well burn because those are never getting clean again in the wash?  He may have been covering. Then again, it could be purely coincidental. Unlikely, but possible.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1450.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3hv9a1","c_root_id_B":"h3i1nx7","created_at_utc_A":1625007394,"created_at_utc_B":1625010563,"score_A":3,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"If the caliper came off outright that is 2 bolts not dome up properly and it could have easily damaged other things in the wheel well while it was loose. Very very bad.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m gonna be real, this dude replaced the part and fixed everything, that\u2019s better than you\u2019re usually gonna get.  Remember if you go legal, and the judge says \u201chey he did his best\u201d... you\u2019re out the legal fees.   As a car guy, I would have ripped that guy to shreds in his own office. In front of customers too. And... probably gotten a damn good chunk of my refund... shit, sorry friend. Bad situation.   Don\u2019t go back. The rest is your choice. That\u2019s a seriously fucked mistake to make.   And he should have bedded them for you too and then reinspected... ya this guy gets a terrible review, at least. Not cool for mechanics to ever fuck up brakes. Ever.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3169.0,"score_ratio":7.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3ibztj","c_root_id_B":"h3i38lv","created_at_utc_A":1625015770,"created_at_utc_B":1625011361,"score_A":13,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"If the bolt was left out, the caliper would have shifted as soon as you hit the brake pedal. Leaving the bolt in, but not tight would loosen the bolt with every pedal press until it fell out.   Aside from that, it\u2019s not actually illegal to make mistakes. So, legally, they don\u2019t owe you anything aside from what you originally paid for (working brakes). If your brakes now work then you\u2019re even.   The only case where you can go after them for damages is if you can prove negligence, but without knowing what went on inside the shop, it\u2019s basically impossible to prove that   You could try and get him to refund your money, but it would be out good will not because he thinks he\u2019d lose in court","human_ref_B":"Ive seen techs leave calipers loose. The whole \"I trained this guy myself\" line is B.S. He's trying to minimize the mistake thats all. There is no way he can say what the guy did or was capable of screwing up. That said it does seem plausible and its a horrendous mistake to make.   Ultimately ....if it was me at the desk I'd probably offer you something very significant. Half the money back isn't unreasonable at all. It ultimately comes down to what you'd feel satisfied with. Its a horrible horrible mistake....but it does happen.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4409.0,"score_ratio":1.1818181818}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3ibztj","c_root_id_B":"h3hyre2","created_at_utc_A":1625015770,"created_at_utc_B":1625009113,"score_A":13,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If the bolt was left out, the caliper would have shifted as soon as you hit the brake pedal. Leaving the bolt in, but not tight would loosen the bolt with every pedal press until it fell out.   Aside from that, it\u2019s not actually illegal to make mistakes. So, legally, they don\u2019t owe you anything aside from what you originally paid for (working brakes). If your brakes now work then you\u2019re even.   The only case where you can go after them for damages is if you can prove negligence, but without knowing what went on inside the shop, it\u2019s basically impossible to prove that   You could try and get him to refund your money, but it would be out good will not because he thinks he\u2019d lose in court","human_ref_B":"That sucks. People make mistakes. It could have been worse. But it wasn't.  If everything is fine now, how are you damaged other than that pair of undies you may as well burn because those are never getting clean again in the wash?  He may have been covering. Then again, it could be purely coincidental. Unlikely, but possible.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6657.0,"score_ratio":3.25}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3hv9a1","c_root_id_B":"h3ibztj","created_at_utc_A":1625007394,"created_at_utc_B":1625015770,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"If the caliper came off outright that is 2 bolts not dome up properly and it could have easily damaged other things in the wheel well while it was loose. Very very bad.","human_ref_B":"If the bolt was left out, the caliper would have shifted as soon as you hit the brake pedal. Leaving the bolt in, but not tight would loosen the bolt with every pedal press until it fell out.   Aside from that, it\u2019s not actually illegal to make mistakes. So, legally, they don\u2019t owe you anything aside from what you originally paid for (working brakes). If your brakes now work then you\u2019re even.   The only case where you can go after them for damages is if you can prove negligence, but without knowing what went on inside the shop, it\u2019s basically impossible to prove that   You could try and get him to refund your money, but it would be out good will not because he thinks he\u2019d lose in court","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8376.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3hyre2","c_root_id_B":"h3i38lv","created_at_utc_A":1625009113,"created_at_utc_B":1625011361,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"That sucks. People make mistakes. It could have been worse. But it wasn't.  If everything is fine now, how are you damaged other than that pair of undies you may as well burn because those are never getting clean again in the wash?  He may have been covering. Then again, it could be purely coincidental. Unlikely, but possible.","human_ref_B":"Ive seen techs leave calipers loose. The whole \"I trained this guy myself\" line is B.S. He's trying to minimize the mistake thats all. There is no way he can say what the guy did or was capable of screwing up. That said it does seem plausible and its a horrendous mistake to make.   Ultimately ....if it was me at the desk I'd probably offer you something very significant. Half the money back isn't unreasonable at all. It ultimately comes down to what you'd feel satisfied with. Its a horrible horrible mistake....but it does happen.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2248.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3i38lv","c_root_id_B":"h3hv9a1","created_at_utc_A":1625011361,"created_at_utc_B":1625007394,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ive seen techs leave calipers loose. The whole \"I trained this guy myself\" line is B.S. He's trying to minimize the mistake thats all. There is no way he can say what the guy did or was capable of screwing up. That said it does seem plausible and its a horrendous mistake to make.   Ultimately ....if it was me at the desk I'd probably offer you something very significant. Half the money back isn't unreasonable at all. It ultimately comes down to what you'd feel satisfied with. Its a horrible horrible mistake....but it does happen.","human_ref_B":"If the caliper came off outright that is 2 bolts not dome up properly and it could have easily damaged other things in the wheel well while it was loose. Very very bad.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3967.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3iv0vt","c_root_id_B":"h3hyre2","created_at_utc_A":1625025866,"created_at_utc_B":1625009113,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"100% ass covering, but I would just chalk it up to a lesson learned and dont take your car back there. I think he knows they fucked up but thats the nice way of saying can you just get out of here.","human_ref_B":"That sucks. People make mistakes. It could have been worse. But it wasn't.  If everything is fine now, how are you damaged other than that pair of undies you may as well burn because those are never getting clean again in the wash?  He may have been covering. Then again, it could be purely coincidental. Unlikely, but possible.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16753.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3hyre2","c_root_id_B":"h3hv9a1","created_at_utc_A":1625009113,"created_at_utc_B":1625007394,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That sucks. People make mistakes. It could have been worse. But it wasn't.  If everything is fine now, how are you damaged other than that pair of undies you may as well burn because those are never getting clean again in the wash?  He may have been covering. Then again, it could be purely coincidental. Unlikely, but possible.","human_ref_B":"If the caliper came off outright that is 2 bolts not dome up properly and it could have easily damaged other things in the wheel well while it was loose. Very very bad.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1719.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3iv0vt","c_root_id_B":"h3hv9a1","created_at_utc_A":1625025866,"created_at_utc_B":1625007394,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"100% ass covering, but I would just chalk it up to a lesson learned and dont take your car back there. I think he knows they fucked up but thats the nice way of saying can you just get out of here.","human_ref_B":"If the caliper came off outright that is 2 bolts not dome up properly and it could have easily damaged other things in the wheel well while it was loose. Very very bad.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18472.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3iv0vt","c_root_id_B":"h3icj4m","created_at_utc_A":1625025866,"created_at_utc_B":1625016040,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"100% ass covering, but I would just chalk it up to a lesson learned and dont take your car back there. I think he knows they fucked up but thats the nice way of saying can you just get out of here.","human_ref_B":"If it just fell out it's because THEY did not tighten it. It is possible it never got put in. Depending on the design, the caliper could have managed to stay in place for a bit. But again, that would mean THEY left it out. As a mechanic, he would KNOW this.  I think you're entitled to be a bit of a dick about this, it's just a matter of whether you want to. They put your life in danger and charged you full price for a half assed job. And every time they even mention they replaced the caliper for FREE, they deserve a slap in the face. It was NOT a kind gesture it was a legal \/ moral imperative.   On the up side, you did get some great driving experience out of it. Every emergency situation handled successfully makes you that much better prepared for the next one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9826.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3iwllg","c_root_id_B":"h3icj4m","created_at_utc_A":1625026845,"created_at_utc_B":1625016040,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Scratching my head wondering why the entire caliper would need to be replaced ....   Maybe I'm not as much of a car guy as I thought.   Surely that isn't the only way to get a replacement slider bolt, LOL???    Or maybe he is bullshitting you.      Either way, to answer your question, NO, you don't get your $600 back.   But if you do, the old brake pads and front rotors go back on.   You in?","human_ref_B":"If it just fell out it's because THEY did not tighten it. It is possible it never got put in. Depending on the design, the caliper could have managed to stay in place for a bit. But again, that would mean THEY left it out. As a mechanic, he would KNOW this.  I think you're entitled to be a bit of a dick about this, it's just a matter of whether you want to. They put your life in danger and charged you full price for a half assed job. And every time they even mention they replaced the caliper for FREE, they deserve a slap in the face. It was NOT a kind gesture it was a legal \/ moral imperative.   On the up side, you did get some great driving experience out of it. Every emergency situation handled successfully makes you that much better prepared for the next one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10805.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"oajigh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is this mechanic bullshitting me about a brake mistake? I recently paid ~$600 to get all my brake pads and front two rotors replaced on my 2014 Hyundai Sonata at a national chain maintenence shop (I know it's way cheaper to replace brake pads myself, I just don't trust myself to do it right). One day later, my brakes gave out while I was driving on one of my city's busier highways. I was honestly pretty lucky to be able to pull over without hitting anybody\/getting hit. After pulling over and regrouping (read: letting out a therapeutic amount of expletives), I limped the car back to the maintenance shop (after hours) with a combination of the little brake pressure it had left, the parking brake, and pure faith.  I went to the shop first thing in the morning to drop off the car key and explain what happened to the manager. He's a friendly older guy and a bit of a smooth talker, for sure. He seemed surprised. I went to work - After not hearing from them for a few hours, I called around lunch time to ask about the car. He told me that one of the rear slider bolts was completely missing and the caliper had slid out and pushed on the brake lines.   When I picked up the car after work, I asked how the slider bolt could have gone missing. He was pretty adamant that it had fallen off the car after I had left the shop (I probably drove a total of 25 miles, maybe), possibly due to it not being tightened enough by a incorrectly positioned torque wrench. I asked if it's possible that the bolt was left off altogether when they reassembled the brake unit, but he was very clear that the \"kid [he] trained [him]self\" wouldn't have left the bolt off because it was a routine repair.   They replaced the caliper for free (he says a $500 value) and called it even. I decided not to press it because I didn't feel that I knew enough to challenge it any further and I knew I could call the corporate customer service line once I got more information.  So, friendly reddit car guys, should I be pushing for a refund of my original $600 payment? Could the slider bolt really have falled out of my brake mechanism? Is this mechanic just covering his ass? Thanks for your thoughts.","c_root_id_A":"h3j05x0","c_root_id_B":"h3icj4m","created_at_utc_A":1625029185,"created_at_utc_B":1625016040,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"First the shop offered to make it right, and it's now right. You got the service that you paid for and it's done. Second don't ever go back to that shop.  Here is where you got B.S.ed and also what you could have done better. First if you're brakes failed you stop driving and call a tow truck.(the shop that did the work will pay for it.) Next you take it back to the shop and have them fix it, or you take it to the dealer and get it fixed. If you go to the dealer you're looking at getting your $600+the tow+ the parts\/labor the dealer said were broken because of shotty work back from the shop. If you take it back to the shop they are going to fix it best they can and send you on your way.  As far as the shop they messed a bunch of things up. First anytime you do brakes you should go for a test drive and make sure they work. (if the shop doesn't feel safe driving the car why should you) Second if they blead the brakes (which they should for a brake job) they should have noticed the missing bolt.  If I was you I would take it into the dealer and pay for a brake inspection. If anything else is messed up it would be better to find it at the dealer then on the road in 2000 miles. Then if there is anything else wrong you could make them pay for the dealer to fix it, but you might have to take them to court to get any money.","human_ref_B":"If it just fell out it's because THEY did not tighten it. It is possible it never got put in. Depending on the design, the caliper could have managed to stay in place for a bit. But again, that would mean THEY left it out. As a mechanic, he would KNOW this.  I think you're entitled to be a bit of a dick about this, it's just a matter of whether you want to. They put your life in danger and charged you full price for a half assed job. And every time they even mention they replaced the caliper for FREE, they deserve a slap in the face. It was NOT a kind gesture it was a legal \/ moral imperative.   On the up side, you did get some great driving experience out of it. Every emergency situation handled successfully makes you that much better prepared for the next one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13145.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nu7zew","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why did they increase the engine size for the 2022 subaru brz?","c_root_id_A":"h0wgo4i","c_root_id_B":"h0wmj0n","created_at_utc_A":1623068735,"created_at_utc_B":1623072121,"score_A":12,"score_B":26,"human_ref_A":"Why wouldn't they?","human_ref_B":"I had one. It was a fun car. The engine was the worst part of the car. The main culprit was the torque dip which made it feel even more gutless. I used to have an s2000 back in the day, now the weight and the hp specs of the upcoming brz and 86 are near s2k territory but with more torque. No super high fun redline though. The s2k had very low torque, but I didn't complain too much about it, because wringing it out to hit vtec was always fun. It had a steady torque curve and then shot up when vtec engaged. It's also interesting, no one ever complains about the Miata engine, especially the recent ND's because they are set up with a steady torque curve and the driving characteristics of that car make you feel like you're going faster than you are.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3386.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"nu7zew","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why did they increase the engine size for the 2022 subaru brz?","c_root_id_A":"h0wmj0n","c_root_id_B":"h0wj6eu","created_at_utc_A":1623072121,"created_at_utc_B":1623070264,"score_A":26,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I had one. It was a fun car. The engine was the worst part of the car. The main culprit was the torque dip which made it feel even more gutless. I used to have an s2000 back in the day, now the weight and the hp specs of the upcoming brz and 86 are near s2k territory but with more torque. No super high fun redline though. The s2k had very low torque, but I didn't complain too much about it, because wringing it out to hit vtec was always fun. It had a steady torque curve and then shot up when vtec engaged. It's also interesting, no one ever complains about the Miata engine, especially the recent ND's because they are set up with a steady torque curve and the driving characteristics of that car make you feel like you're going faster than you are.","human_ref_B":"gotta give some reason for people to buy the new model, otherwise why not just pick up a decent used one","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1857.0,"score_ratio":3.7142857143}
{"post_id":"i5e8u9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How do I care for leather seats? I bought a leather protector spray for my black leather seats. It says to test for colorfastness on a small spot with a white rag. I did and a very light brown color was left on the rag. Does this mean I should not use it? I don\u2019t know if there is an acceptable amount or if there should be absolutely no color transferred on the rag?","c_root_id_A":"g0onsbh","c_root_id_B":"g0onkmt","created_at_utc_A":1596811715,"created_at_utc_B":1596811627,"score_A":19,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A small amount of color transfer is to be expected, especially if it\u2019s an unsealed leather. I would personally stay away from any sprays or products advertised as  leather cleaner and just use good old fashion saddle soap to clean the leather. Then look for a leather conditioner that does not have any petroleum products or wax in it.","human_ref_B":"Are they brand new seats?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":88.0,"score_ratio":6.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hyl8mg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"When someone says your car fits you. What do they mean? To keep this short.   I drive a Forest Green Mini Cooper. As a 6ft male, many friends, family or co-workers can't believe I drive that car. Girls find that car hella cute too.  Today, a coworker who previously called my Mini a \"girls car\" told me he saw me driving it on my way to work and told me \"It fits you!\"   I don't know if the car should represent my personality? My body type? Maybe I'm just over thinking.","c_root_id_A":"fzdrq3d","c_root_id_B":"fzdvd5p","created_at_utc_A":1595833845,"created_at_utc_B":1595837460,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I would say they mean your personality.   I'm an introverted asshole with a deep dislike of other humans. I think that fits with my 335i lol.","human_ref_B":"\"You are what you drive.\" Heard that a lot. The type of car you own does not really define your whole identity but it does can say a lot about your personality. The colour of the car you have, its exterior and interior state can reflect your practicality, your attitude, or even the way you approach life. Still, whatever anyone says, you do you, and you buy that car you want whatever reason you have on buying or driving it. ;)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3615.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"hyl8mg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"When someone says your car fits you. What do they mean? To keep this short.   I drive a Forest Green Mini Cooper. As a 6ft male, many friends, family or co-workers can't believe I drive that car. Girls find that car hella cute too.  Today, a coworker who previously called my Mini a \"girls car\" told me he saw me driving it on my way to work and told me \"It fits you!\"   I don't know if the car should represent my personality? My body type? Maybe I'm just over thinking.","c_root_id_A":"fzdvd5p","c_root_id_B":"fzdu3xs","created_at_utc_A":1595837460,"created_at_utc_B":1595836196,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"\"You are what you drive.\" Heard that a lot. The type of car you own does not really define your whole identity but it does can say a lot about your personality. The colour of the car you have, its exterior and interior state can reflect your practicality, your attitude, or even the way you approach life. Still, whatever anyone says, you do you, and you buy that car you want whatever reason you have on buying or driving it. ;)","human_ref_B":"Who gives a sh*t - drive whatever you enjoy - I drive a Miata own a Harley - I couldn\u2019t care less what people think","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1264.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"fn3rof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you were given all the money you've put into your car(s) what would you do?","c_root_id_A":"fl7ejtb","c_root_id_B":"fl7dw0y","created_at_utc_A":1584900113,"created_at_utc_B":1584899728,"score_A":69,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Put it back into my cars.","human_ref_B":"My dad could probably buy a house","labels":1,"seconds_difference":385.0,"score_ratio":3.8333333333}
{"post_id":"fn3rof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you were given all the money you've put into your car(s) what would you do?","c_root_id_A":"fl7gieg","c_root_id_B":"fl7dw0y","created_at_utc_A":1584901251,"created_at_utc_B":1584899728,"score_A":34,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Buy a newer car and restart the vicious cycle.","human_ref_B":"My dad could probably buy a house","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1523.0,"score_ratio":1.8888888889}
{"post_id":"fn3rof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you were given all the money you've put into your car(s) what would you do?","c_root_id_A":"fl7n532","c_root_id_B":"fl7hht3","created_at_utc_A":1584905196,"created_at_utc_B":1584901838,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"GT2RS and fly first class to Australia. Twice.","human_ref_B":"Be a college kid free of student debt","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3358.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"fn3rof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you were given all the money you've put into your car(s) what would you do?","c_root_id_A":"fl7n532","c_root_id_B":"fl7kx3m","created_at_utc_A":1584905196,"created_at_utc_B":1584903869,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"GT2RS and fly first class to Australia. Twice.","human_ref_B":"Pay off my debt from my cars","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1327.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"fn3rof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you were given all the money you've put into your car(s) what would you do?","c_root_id_A":"fl7riz3","c_root_id_B":"fl7hht3","created_at_utc_A":1584907845,"created_at_utc_B":1584901838,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"right now? id put it alllllll into the market. porsche can come later!","human_ref_B":"Be a college kid free of student debt","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6007.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fn3rof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"If you were given all the money you've put into your car(s) what would you do?","c_root_id_A":"fl7riz3","c_root_id_B":"fl7kx3m","created_at_utc_A":1584907845,"created_at_utc_B":1584903869,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"right now? id put it alllllll into the market. porsche can come later!","human_ref_B":"Pay off my debt from my cars","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3976.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"f657sh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Learning stick at 30... Can't get into first smoothly, and trouble downshifting while turning + taking off on an incline... Can anyone help? Grew up absolutely obsessed with cars, but for whatever reason got my license fairly late at age 23. I made up for the lost years by driving loads (30,000+ km\/year) and have driven on different continents, in various countries, under multiple scenarios- did great everywhere. But recently I decided it was time to learn to drive manual as I'm planning to get my first sports car in a year or so- and I 100% want the \"real\" experience, with a five or six speed manual transmission. Adoring cars as much as I always have, it's shameful that I didn't learn sooner, but better late than never I suppose.  One of my closest friends was kind enough to teach me on his Mustang GT. I wish the first car I learned on wasn't a 450hp beast since it always feels like it's on the verge of blasting off, but I think the torque has also proven to be useful in some of my learning endeavours. I've only driven it (and thus driven stick) twice now (first time was this weekend) and over the couple hours I've spent behind the wheel I must have stalled it at least a dozen times. I'm worried as hell about the damage that's being done, but he keeps insisting I shouldn't worry (plus he's trying to burn the clutch before his next service, where they'll replace it free of charge).  The first time I was pretty awful, but just got off my second try and did a lot better. Despite that, getting into first still remains my one big massive problem. No matter what approach I take, I can't seem to do it without stalling (or coming dangerously close to stalling and having to power through it). I managed to take off smoothy a couple times, which had me feeling confident enough to go on a low traffic street, but that was a massive mistake since starting under pressure while at a four way stop with cars behind\/in front of me was extremely stressful and lead to a series of stalls. I also find it frightening when having to slow down (down shift) while making a turn into somewhere- having to come to a complete stop while trying to make a turn is even worse. And even being on a slight incline is probably the scariest thing ever- the idea of having to get into first on a steep hill is enough to make me want to give up... but I won't; I will persist.  I was wondering if you guys have any tips for getting into first smoothly and for the other stuff I mentioned. I can't seem to for the life of me take off smoothly (other than the fluke few times I managed). Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. I'm probably going to rent a manual car once a week for the next few months and just spend several hours trying to make it work. I really want to become proficient at standard in the next few months.","c_root_id_A":"fi354gq","c_root_id_B":"fi2ynmp","created_at_utc_A":1582101389,"created_at_utc_B":1582093502,"score_A":17,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Hey, OP -- first, familiarize yourself with where this car's clutch engages. On a totally flat surface (car shouldn't roll when in neutral with no brakes), in a wide open expanse (think: empty parking lot) do this: push the clutch pedal all the way to the floor. Put the car in 1st. Keep your right foot off and away from the gas pedal and the brake -- this is a left foot exercise only. Slooooooowly raise your left foot. It's different for every car, some engage right on the floor, and some have a bit of free play before the clutch starts to engage. Keep slooooooowly inching your foot up. You'll feel the clutch engage, and the vehicle will start slowly moving forward. Your goal is to move your left foot slowly enough that the car starts moving without stalling (and without using the gas pedal). Yes, this is a little hard on the clutch, but the finesse you will learn from it is worth doing it a few times and should thus save wear in the long run.   Next, familiarize yourself with keeping engine revs constant. Hit the e-brake. Using your right foot, practice raising engine revs to specific points (say 1000, then 1500). Try to hold a specific rev for 15 seconds or so. It's harder than you think! It's also not great to just go revving engines all the time like this, but again -- the finesse you'll learn from doing this exercise a few times is worth it.   Now you know the clutch engagement point for this car, and how to add a steady amount of gas. You can now practice again using both new pieces of knowledge -- this time, give it a bit of gas (raise the RPMs up to 1000 or so). Engage the clutch a bit faster than you did the first time (general rule is, the more gas you give it, the faster you can manipulate the clutch). This is where practice makes perfect. Try it a bunch of times -- get the car moving, stop, repeat. Once you feel pretty comfortable starting from 1st, you'll probably find shifting into higher gears is even easier.   People will tell you you need to manipulate the clutch super fast, and that's true to a point... But it's more important to learn how to finesse the clutch (don't move as fast as you can so much as moving with *purpose* if that makes sense).   Final tips: the clutch should always be fully up (with your foot off it), fully down to the floor, or in motion. Don't \"ride\" the clutch by keeping your foot on it and accidentally having it engaged a bit. You'll do more wear riding the clutch like that than you will finessing it like I discussed above. Also, if you have to keep the clutch engaged (to keep the car in neutral) for longer than 10 sec or do (say, at a stop light), consider taking the car out of gear and taking your foot off the clutch. This will ultimately save wear on your throwout bearing.   Hope this helps! Good luck :)","human_ref_B":"i got my WRX without any knowledge of how to drive stick luckily my old man taught me the basics but for the first few months i really regretted buying stick as i had trouble making smooth engagements and felt like i was destroying the clutch. but after a year im super glad i stuck with it its like second nature at this point dont worry it will come to you it just takes lots of practice","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7887.0,"score_ratio":2.8333333333}
{"post_id":"f657sh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Learning stick at 30... Can't get into first smoothly, and trouble downshifting while turning + taking off on an incline... Can anyone help? Grew up absolutely obsessed with cars, but for whatever reason got my license fairly late at age 23. I made up for the lost years by driving loads (30,000+ km\/year) and have driven on different continents, in various countries, under multiple scenarios- did great everywhere. But recently I decided it was time to learn to drive manual as I'm planning to get my first sports car in a year or so- and I 100% want the \"real\" experience, with a five or six speed manual transmission. Adoring cars as much as I always have, it's shameful that I didn't learn sooner, but better late than never I suppose.  One of my closest friends was kind enough to teach me on his Mustang GT. I wish the first car I learned on wasn't a 450hp beast since it always feels like it's on the verge of blasting off, but I think the torque has also proven to be useful in some of my learning endeavours. I've only driven it (and thus driven stick) twice now (first time was this weekend) and over the couple hours I've spent behind the wheel I must have stalled it at least a dozen times. I'm worried as hell about the damage that's being done, but he keeps insisting I shouldn't worry (plus he's trying to burn the clutch before his next service, where they'll replace it free of charge).  The first time I was pretty awful, but just got off my second try and did a lot better. Despite that, getting into first still remains my one big massive problem. No matter what approach I take, I can't seem to do it without stalling (or coming dangerously close to stalling and having to power through it). I managed to take off smoothy a couple times, which had me feeling confident enough to go on a low traffic street, but that was a massive mistake since starting under pressure while at a four way stop with cars behind\/in front of me was extremely stressful and lead to a series of stalls. I also find it frightening when having to slow down (down shift) while making a turn into somewhere- having to come to a complete stop while trying to make a turn is even worse. And even being on a slight incline is probably the scariest thing ever- the idea of having to get into first on a steep hill is enough to make me want to give up... but I won't; I will persist.  I was wondering if you guys have any tips for getting into first smoothly and for the other stuff I mentioned. I can't seem to for the life of me take off smoothly (other than the fluke few times I managed). Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. I'm probably going to rent a manual car once a week for the next few months and just spend several hours trying to make it work. I really want to become proficient at standard in the next few months.","c_root_id_A":"fi30o7v","c_root_id_B":"fi354gq","created_at_utc_A":1582095733,"created_at_utc_B":1582101389,"score_A":2,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Give it more gas. Work on holding it at a certain rpm 1.5-2k at a stop. Some use the handbrake on inclines but just get fast at it. Clutch up to bite point and give it more gas.","human_ref_B":"Hey, OP -- first, familiarize yourself with where this car's clutch engages. On a totally flat surface (car shouldn't roll when in neutral with no brakes), in a wide open expanse (think: empty parking lot) do this: push the clutch pedal all the way to the floor. Put the car in 1st. Keep your right foot off and away from the gas pedal and the brake -- this is a left foot exercise only. Slooooooowly raise your left foot. It's different for every car, some engage right on the floor, and some have a bit of free play before the clutch starts to engage. Keep slooooooowly inching your foot up. You'll feel the clutch engage, and the vehicle will start slowly moving forward. Your goal is to move your left foot slowly enough that the car starts moving without stalling (and without using the gas pedal). Yes, this is a little hard on the clutch, but the finesse you will learn from it is worth doing it a few times and should thus save wear in the long run.   Next, familiarize yourself with keeping engine revs constant. Hit the e-brake. Using your right foot, practice raising engine revs to specific points (say 1000, then 1500). Try to hold a specific rev for 15 seconds or so. It's harder than you think! It's also not great to just go revving engines all the time like this, but again -- the finesse you'll learn from doing this exercise a few times is worth it.   Now you know the clutch engagement point for this car, and how to add a steady amount of gas. You can now practice again using both new pieces of knowledge -- this time, give it a bit of gas (raise the RPMs up to 1000 or so). Engage the clutch a bit faster than you did the first time (general rule is, the more gas you give it, the faster you can manipulate the clutch). This is where practice makes perfect. Try it a bunch of times -- get the car moving, stop, repeat. Once you feel pretty comfortable starting from 1st, you'll probably find shifting into higher gears is even easier.   People will tell you you need to manipulate the clutch super fast, and that's true to a point... But it's more important to learn how to finesse the clutch (don't move as fast as you can so much as moving with *purpose* if that makes sense).   Final tips: the clutch should always be fully up (with your foot off it), fully down to the floor, or in motion. Don't \"ride\" the clutch by keeping your foot on it and accidentally having it engaged a bit. You'll do more wear riding the clutch like that than you will finessing it like I discussed above. Also, if you have to keep the clutch engaged (to keep the car in neutral) for longer than 10 sec or do (say, at a stop light), consider taking the car out of gear and taking your foot off the clutch. This will ultimately save wear on your throwout bearing.   Hope this helps! Good luck :)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5656.0,"score_ratio":8.5}
{"post_id":"c0ygv5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Does changing the temperature setting have any affect on how heavily the AC runs? *Edit: Sorry, it's supposed to be \"effect\" (noun), not \"affect\" in the title.*  People often say not to set the car's AC to an unnecessarily cold temperature as it just wastes more fuel, but I wonder if this is true.  If you press the AC button on a car, usually the AC compressor will come on and stay on regardless of whether you set the temperature to hot or cold or anything in between. So I get the feeling that the AC is either \"ON\" or \"OFF\" with no in-between states, and that it's independent of temperature or thermostat control.  You can even have the AC on when the temperature is set to hot (to dry the damp air in winter), meaning that if the AC was controlled by a thermostat, this would not even be possible.  So, does the AC compressor turn any faster or run more frequently, causing the engine to consume more fuel in general if you set the temperature to a *lower* setting? Or does it not matter because changing the temperature merely changes how much hot air gets mixed in with the otherwise cold air?  If it's the latter, then running the AC at the lowest setting would be the most power efficient, unintuitively, as the cabin would cool down more for the same energy consumption.","c_root_id_A":"er991eb","c_root_id_B":"er978lz","created_at_utc_A":1560619464,"created_at_utc_B":1560618530,"score_A":14,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The compressor doesn't run constantly, it cycles on and off depending on demand. This is true even with the blending of hot and cold. Old school and add on air conditioners don't do any blending but anything OEM blends. If the compressor were to run constantly on a blend type system the evaporator matrix would freeze solid.","human_ref_B":"This is a very interesting question. I would love to hear a good answer to this. Sadly I'm first to comment :'(","labels":1,"seconds_difference":934.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"c0ygv5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Does changing the temperature setting have any affect on how heavily the AC runs? *Edit: Sorry, it's supposed to be \"effect\" (noun), not \"affect\" in the title.*  People often say not to set the car's AC to an unnecessarily cold temperature as it just wastes more fuel, but I wonder if this is true.  If you press the AC button on a car, usually the AC compressor will come on and stay on regardless of whether you set the temperature to hot or cold or anything in between. So I get the feeling that the AC is either \"ON\" or \"OFF\" with no in-between states, and that it's independent of temperature or thermostat control.  You can even have the AC on when the temperature is set to hot (to dry the damp air in winter), meaning that if the AC was controlled by a thermostat, this would not even be possible.  So, does the AC compressor turn any faster or run more frequently, causing the engine to consume more fuel in general if you set the temperature to a *lower* setting? Or does it not matter because changing the temperature merely changes how much hot air gets mixed in with the otherwise cold air?  If it's the latter, then running the AC at the lowest setting would be the most power efficient, unintuitively, as the cabin would cool down more for the same energy consumption.","c_root_id_A":"er991eb","c_root_id_B":"er97u6q","created_at_utc_A":1560619464,"created_at_utc_B":1560618843,"score_A":14,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The compressor doesn't run constantly, it cycles on and off depending on demand. This is true even with the blending of hot and cold. Old school and add on air conditioners don't do any blending but anything OEM blends. If the compressor were to run constantly on a blend type system the evaporator matrix would freeze solid.","human_ref_B":"An A\/C in a building usually keeps running till the enclosure reaches the temperature it is set to. If you set it at a low temperature it will just have to turn on more frequently and\/or for longer since it will struggle more to maintain the target temperature.  I don't know about A\/Cs in vehicles. However I suspect that they are just mixing hot air with the cool air to get a higher temperature.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":621.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"c0ygv5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Does changing the temperature setting have any affect on how heavily the AC runs? *Edit: Sorry, it's supposed to be \"effect\" (noun), not \"affect\" in the title.*  People often say not to set the car's AC to an unnecessarily cold temperature as it just wastes more fuel, but I wonder if this is true.  If you press the AC button on a car, usually the AC compressor will come on and stay on regardless of whether you set the temperature to hot or cold or anything in between. So I get the feeling that the AC is either \"ON\" or \"OFF\" with no in-between states, and that it's independent of temperature or thermostat control.  You can even have the AC on when the temperature is set to hot (to dry the damp air in winter), meaning that if the AC was controlled by a thermostat, this would not even be possible.  So, does the AC compressor turn any faster or run more frequently, causing the engine to consume more fuel in general if you set the temperature to a *lower* setting? Or does it not matter because changing the temperature merely changes how much hot air gets mixed in with the otherwise cold air?  If it's the latter, then running the AC at the lowest setting would be the most power efficient, unintuitively, as the cabin would cool down more for the same energy consumption.","c_root_id_A":"er978lz","c_root_id_B":"er992h1","created_at_utc_A":1560618530,"created_at_utc_B":1560619480,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"This is a very interesting question. I would love to hear a good answer to this. Sadly I'm first to comment :'(","human_ref_B":"The ac compressor is not just on or off. It's different depending on the cars engine, charge level in the system, temp outside etc. The compressor cycles on and off more or less to help get the desired temp. On Max ac the compressor is usually on nonstop. Again, depends on the vehicle. It works off of pressure, the pressure is affected by temp. So the colder your setting, the faster the pressure drops and the more the compressor cycles on.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":950.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"c0ygv5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Does changing the temperature setting have any affect on how heavily the AC runs? *Edit: Sorry, it's supposed to be \"effect\" (noun), not \"affect\" in the title.*  People often say not to set the car's AC to an unnecessarily cold temperature as it just wastes more fuel, but I wonder if this is true.  If you press the AC button on a car, usually the AC compressor will come on and stay on regardless of whether you set the temperature to hot or cold or anything in between. So I get the feeling that the AC is either \"ON\" or \"OFF\" with no in-between states, and that it's independent of temperature or thermostat control.  You can even have the AC on when the temperature is set to hot (to dry the damp air in winter), meaning that if the AC was controlled by a thermostat, this would not even be possible.  So, does the AC compressor turn any faster or run more frequently, causing the engine to consume more fuel in general if you set the temperature to a *lower* setting? Or does it not matter because changing the temperature merely changes how much hot air gets mixed in with the otherwise cold air?  If it's the latter, then running the AC at the lowest setting would be the most power efficient, unintuitively, as the cabin would cool down more for the same energy consumption.","c_root_id_A":"er97u6q","c_root_id_B":"er992h1","created_at_utc_A":1560618843,"created_at_utc_B":1560619480,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"An A\/C in a building usually keeps running till the enclosure reaches the temperature it is set to. If you set it at a low temperature it will just have to turn on more frequently and\/or for longer since it will struggle more to maintain the target temperature.  I don't know about A\/Cs in vehicles. However I suspect that they are just mixing hot air with the cool air to get a higher temperature.","human_ref_B":"The ac compressor is not just on or off. It's different depending on the cars engine, charge level in the system, temp outside etc. The compressor cycles on and off more or less to help get the desired temp. On Max ac the compressor is usually on nonstop. Again, depends on the vehicle. It works off of pressure, the pressure is affected by temp. So the colder your setting, the faster the pressure drops and the more the compressor cycles on.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":637.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"atzt3e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Why dont car companies include dashcams integrated into the rearview? I feel like that'd be a cool safety feature so you never have to worry about having one.","c_root_id_A":"eh6igp8","c_root_id_B":"eh5h0j4","created_at_utc_A":1551025000,"created_at_utc_B":1550981754,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I don't want an OE dash cam.  Period.  What happens when you have a warranty claim for something unrelated to, say, a one time heavy acceleration but the car company went back through the footage and found six months back you did a run to 60 that they specifically stated in tiny fine print would void your warranty?  They deny the claim on a technicality.    If it's OE I could see insurance companies insisting on access.  No thanks   How about the state government watching your driving habits?  You're inviting a nanny cam to watch you drive and giving everyone access to it.  It's a slippery slope I don't want to get on.","human_ref_B":"Liability.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":43246.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"atzt3e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Why dont car companies include dashcams integrated into the rearview? I feel like that'd be a cool safety feature so you never have to worry about having one.","c_root_id_A":"eh6igp8","c_root_id_B":"eh5hb5x","created_at_utc_A":1551025000,"created_at_utc_B":1550982012,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I don't want an OE dash cam.  Period.  What happens when you have a warranty claim for something unrelated to, say, a one time heavy acceleration but the car company went back through the footage and found six months back you did a run to 60 that they specifically stated in tiny fine print would void your warranty?  They deny the claim on a technicality.    If it's OE I could see insurance companies insisting on access.  No thanks   How about the state government watching your driving habits?  You're inviting a nanny cam to watch you drive and giving everyone access to it.  It's a slippery slope I don't want to get on.","human_ref_B":"Most rear view cams are absolute **shit** quality compared to even some of the cheapest dashcams. They\u2019re optimized for being able to see, not being able to see nicely.   The point I\u2019m making is that most rear cams would make pretty terrible dash cams. So they would need additional cams which would add to the cost of the car.   Tesla has many higher quality cameras so their feature addon is a logical step.   Source: I worked in automotive imaging","labels":1,"seconds_difference":42988.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"a1iwci","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"At 26, I want to learn how to work on cars. What tools do I need and where the heck should I buy my parts?  Hi Everyone!  After leaving the local mechanic shop with a $1k quote to fix all of the wear-and-tear issues my wife's 07 Mazda has (post about on r\/Frugal here), I think I should start learning how to do basic maintenance and replacement work myself, as Id like to think of myself as frugal. With that said, I have started binge watching ChrisFix on YouTube and have a general idea of what I want\/need to do.  *Tools*  Now, what 'basic' tools should I start collecting? I envision myself needing to do some basic work like brake pad\/rotor replacements, drain and replace fluids, install new thermostat, alternator, starter...the list goes on.  *Parts*  Do I simply go on Amazon and search my needed part and sort by highest review? Go to AutoZone down the road and buy it there?","c_root_id_A":"eaq5kvb","c_root_id_B":"eaq5w99","created_at_utc_A":1543510744,"created_at_utc_B":1543510954,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Dawn covered it pretty well, but I wanted to add that working on cars isn't really frugal. What I've saved in labor I've more than spent on tools and gloves and bandages, chemicals and extra insurance for free towing.  It's fun though. Sometimes.","human_ref_B":"Just buy a generic multi socket (1\/4, 3\/8 and 1\/2\") and multi spanner set. Hammer. Pry bar. Goggles and gloves. Torque wrench. Breaker bar. Jack and jackstands. Screwdriver bit set (for torx and hex etc). Grips and pliers. Caliper windback tool if you are going to be doing brakes.  1\/2\" Impact gun if you are getting more serious.(Saves you so much time)  Outside of that just buy what you need when you need it. Otherwise you will just end up buying tools you never need and wasting money and space.  TBH buying a junker and working on it is the best way. If you are working on your daily and you fuck it up, or get halfway through a job and realise you don't have the parts or tools to finish then you are screwed. But yeh youtube videos are the best way otherwise. You'll soon learn that a 2 hour job will take 6 hours. And 4 hour jobs will take you 2 days.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":210.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"a1iwci","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"At 26, I want to learn how to work on cars. What tools do I need and where the heck should I buy my parts?  Hi Everyone!  After leaving the local mechanic shop with a $1k quote to fix all of the wear-and-tear issues my wife's 07 Mazda has (post about on r\/Frugal here), I think I should start learning how to do basic maintenance and replacement work myself, as Id like to think of myself as frugal. With that said, I have started binge watching ChrisFix on YouTube and have a general idea of what I want\/need to do.  *Tools*  Now, what 'basic' tools should I start collecting? I envision myself needing to do some basic work like brake pad\/rotor replacements, drain and replace fluids, install new thermostat, alternator, starter...the list goes on.  *Parts*  Do I simply go on Amazon and search my needed part and sort by highest review? Go to AutoZone down the road and buy it there?","c_root_id_A":"eaq5rdm","c_root_id_B":"eaq5w99","created_at_utc_A":1543510863,"created_at_utc_B":1543510954,"score_A":2,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"You should start collecting what you need for the project you\u2019re doing next. With tools I always feel like there\u2019s something else out there I don\u2019t have in my collection but you gotta collect as you go. With that said a really nice socket\/ratchet set and a set of wrenches will take you far. You can find nice starter combo sets that will include screwdrivers or pliers too, that\u2019s what I did and it\u2019s still a part of my much bigger tool kit now :)  Parts you\u2019re spot on. Sometimes you need a rotor last minute to finish a brake job, I\u2019d definitely call around to a couple part stores and decide how cheap or expensive to go based on warranty or brand name I recognize. Need window visors to get you through winter, tho, highly recommended saving yourself the overhead of a brick and mortar store.   Have fun!","human_ref_B":"Just buy a generic multi socket (1\/4, 3\/8 and 1\/2\") and multi spanner set. Hammer. Pry bar. Goggles and gloves. Torque wrench. Breaker bar. Jack and jackstands. Screwdriver bit set (for torx and hex etc). Grips and pliers. Caliper windback tool if you are going to be doing brakes.  1\/2\" Impact gun if you are getting more serious.(Saves you so much time)  Outside of that just buy what you need when you need it. Otherwise you will just end up buying tools you never need and wasting money and space.  TBH buying a junker and working on it is the best way. If you are working on your daily and you fuck it up, or get halfway through a job and realise you don't have the parts or tools to finish then you are screwed. But yeh youtube videos are the best way otherwise. You'll soon learn that a 2 hour job will take 6 hours. And 4 hour jobs will take you 2 days.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":91.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"a1iwci","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"At 26, I want to learn how to work on cars. What tools do I need and where the heck should I buy my parts?  Hi Everyone!  After leaving the local mechanic shop with a $1k quote to fix all of the wear-and-tear issues my wife's 07 Mazda has (post about on r\/Frugal here), I think I should start learning how to do basic maintenance and replacement work myself, as Id like to think of myself as frugal. With that said, I have started binge watching ChrisFix on YouTube and have a general idea of what I want\/need to do.  *Tools*  Now, what 'basic' tools should I start collecting? I envision myself needing to do some basic work like brake pad\/rotor replacements, drain and replace fluids, install new thermostat, alternator, starter...the list goes on.  *Parts*  Do I simply go on Amazon and search my needed part and sort by highest review? Go to AutoZone down the road and buy it there?","c_root_id_A":"eaqbffe","c_root_id_B":"eaq5kvb","created_at_utc_A":1543514798,"created_at_utc_B":1543510744,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've been buying tools as I need them from Harbor Freight.   In general you'll want a set of shallow and deep sockets for 1\/4\", 3\/8\", and 1\/2\" sockets, then the wrenches to go with them.  A set of metric and english wrenches, normal and ratcheting.   A 1\/2\" break over bar and impact will go a long way too.  Jack stands and a hydrualic floor jack from HF also, and then oil pans from Wal-Mart.  ____  Parts, I pretty much buy everything from RockAuto.com or Amazon, depending on the price and shipping. Generally if you need small stuff Amazon will be better since shipping added to RockAuto stuff is about the same as Amazon. If the brands Amazon and RockAuto are sold at your local auto parts store, they'll most likely price match as well.    ___  I started to work on my own cars about 6 years ago (Too poor to afford work plus I like to learn) and I'm to the point that I can rebuild engines without much difficulty and put them back in. I started off with a set of 3\/8\" sockets and not much else.    Let me know if you have any questions.","human_ref_B":"Dawn covered it pretty well, but I wanted to add that working on cars isn't really frugal. What I've saved in labor I've more than spent on tools and gloves and bandages, chemicals and extra insurance for free towing.  It's fun though. Sometimes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4054.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"a1iwci","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"At 26, I want to learn how to work on cars. What tools do I need and where the heck should I buy my parts?  Hi Everyone!  After leaving the local mechanic shop with a $1k quote to fix all of the wear-and-tear issues my wife's 07 Mazda has (post about on r\/Frugal here), I think I should start learning how to do basic maintenance and replacement work myself, as Id like to think of myself as frugal. With that said, I have started binge watching ChrisFix on YouTube and have a general idea of what I want\/need to do.  *Tools*  Now, what 'basic' tools should I start collecting? I envision myself needing to do some basic work like brake pad\/rotor replacements, drain and replace fluids, install new thermostat, alternator, starter...the list goes on.  *Parts*  Do I simply go on Amazon and search my needed part and sort by highest review? Go to AutoZone down the road and buy it there?","c_root_id_A":"eaqbffe","c_root_id_B":"eaq5rdm","created_at_utc_A":1543514798,"created_at_utc_B":1543510863,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I've been buying tools as I need them from Harbor Freight.   In general you'll want a set of shallow and deep sockets for 1\/4\", 3\/8\", and 1\/2\" sockets, then the wrenches to go with them.  A set of metric and english wrenches, normal and ratcheting.   A 1\/2\" break over bar and impact will go a long way too.  Jack stands and a hydrualic floor jack from HF also, and then oil pans from Wal-Mart.  ____  Parts, I pretty much buy everything from RockAuto.com or Amazon, depending on the price and shipping. Generally if you need small stuff Amazon will be better since shipping added to RockAuto stuff is about the same as Amazon. If the brands Amazon and RockAuto are sold at your local auto parts store, they'll most likely price match as well.    ___  I started to work on my own cars about 6 years ago (Too poor to afford work plus I like to learn) and I'm to the point that I can rebuild engines without much difficulty and put them back in. I started off with a set of 3\/8\" sockets and not much else.    Let me know if you have any questions.","human_ref_B":"You should start collecting what you need for the project you\u2019re doing next. With tools I always feel like there\u2019s something else out there I don\u2019t have in my collection but you gotta collect as you go. With that said a really nice socket\/ratchet set and a set of wrenches will take you far. You can find nice starter combo sets that will include screwdrivers or pliers too, that\u2019s what I did and it\u2019s still a part of my much bigger tool kit now :)  Parts you\u2019re spot on. Sometimes you need a rotor last minute to finish a brake job, I\u2019d definitely call around to a couple part stores and decide how cheap or expensive to go based on warranty or brand name I recognize. Need window visors to get you through winter, tho, highly recommended saving yourself the overhead of a brick and mortar store.   Have fun!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3935.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"a1iwci","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"At 26, I want to learn how to work on cars. What tools do I need and where the heck should I buy my parts?  Hi Everyone!  After leaving the local mechanic shop with a $1k quote to fix all of the wear-and-tear issues my wife's 07 Mazda has (post about on r\/Frugal here), I think I should start learning how to do basic maintenance and replacement work myself, as Id like to think of myself as frugal. With that said, I have started binge watching ChrisFix on YouTube and have a general idea of what I want\/need to do.  *Tools*  Now, what 'basic' tools should I start collecting? I envision myself needing to do some basic work like brake pad\/rotor replacements, drain and replace fluids, install new thermostat, alternator, starter...the list goes on.  *Parts*  Do I simply go on Amazon and search my needed part and sort by highest review? Go to AutoZone down the road and buy it there?","c_root_id_A":"eaq6l8e","c_root_id_B":"eaqbffe","created_at_utc_A":1543511457,"created_at_utc_B":1543514798,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"ChrisFix tends to put the tools he used in the video in the description as amazon links.  &#x200B;  That said, I agree with \/u\/Dawn36 on the basics, but I will say specifics based on my opinion.  &#x200B;  Go buy a craftsman mechanics tool kit. I like this one: https:\/\/www.sears.com\/craftsman-230-piece-mechanic-s-tool-set\/p-00999920000P# (also it's currently on sale)  &#x200B;  I like craftsman, they seem like a happy medium between cheap crap that breaks, and something nicer, but cost significantly more. Kobalt are probably fine, but I have no real experience with them. And frankly, my harbor freight stuff seems fine. Clearly a lower quality, but I haven't managed to break a socket yet.   &#x200B;  Go to harbor freight, and get the pittsburg jack (I like the low profile one, but that's because my car is lower)   &#x200B;  While you're there, buy whatever jack stands they've got on sale. They should all really be fine.  &#x200B;  Go to the auto parts store. Get a couple of oil catch pans (one for oil, one for other fluids). Also start keeping your clear plastic jugs instead of recycling them, so you have somewhere to put used oil.   &#x200B;  Funnels for filling fluids. Pick a couple of those up also (one for oil, one for other fluids)  &#x200B;  Nice to haves:  &#x200B;  If you value your time more than your money, get a small electric impact wrench, and some impact sockets. They cost more than basic hand tools, but they save a significant amount of time. I have 3, and I use 1 of them that does \\~100 ft\/lbs of torque 90+% of the time. For that, I'll let you do some research. I use Makita, but they aren't cheap. Something like a Ryobi might work just fine for you at significantly less cost.   &#x200B;  Penetrating fluid  &#x200B;  Oil filter sockets (can typically pick them up at the auto parts store for cheap) I like these much more than the generic strappy wrench thing.   &#x200B;  Find out if there's a brake pad separation tool, those are also nice to have so you don't have to just man handle the pistons.   &#x200B;  That's all I can think of off the top of my head from thinking about doing basic maintenance.   &#x200B;","human_ref_B":"I've been buying tools as I need them from Harbor Freight.   In general you'll want a set of shallow and deep sockets for 1\/4\", 3\/8\", and 1\/2\" sockets, then the wrenches to go with them.  A set of metric and english wrenches, normal and ratcheting.   A 1\/2\" break over bar and impact will go a long way too.  Jack stands and a hydrualic floor jack from HF also, and then oil pans from Wal-Mart.  ____  Parts, I pretty much buy everything from RockAuto.com or Amazon, depending on the price and shipping. Generally if you need small stuff Amazon will be better since shipping added to RockAuto stuff is about the same as Amazon. If the brands Amazon and RockAuto are sold at your local auto parts store, they'll most likely price match as well.    ___  I started to work on my own cars about 6 years ago (Too poor to afford work plus I like to learn) and I'm to the point that I can rebuild engines without much difficulty and put them back in. I started off with a set of 3\/8\" sockets and not much else.    Let me know if you have any questions.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3341.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"6gynfb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Insurance claimed my car to be a total loss, what can I take from the vehicle? Insurance company claimed car to be a total loss and is going to send a tow truck for it. Before it was wrecked I put in a brand new battery (literally the night before). Can I remove the battery and keep it? Also wanted to steal the hood badge as a keepsake. Am I aloud to take these things before the tow truck picks it up?","c_root_id_A":"diuch42","c_root_id_B":"diudooi","created_at_utc_A":1497361204,"created_at_utc_B":1497362716,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"When a car is deemed a total loss, the insurance writes down the value of the car. They assume parts are missing, unusable, lost, etcetera. What's left goes to auction in attempt to minimize their losses. They generally don't care if you take small items like that which have very little value.","human_ref_B":"When my dad totalled his SVT Focus we got the wheels, shift knob, intake, brand new wipers, the good remaining Euro-style headlight, and the new battery. The junkyard even brought it out to us on a fork lift.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1512.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zgdwu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why can't a true hybrid have a manual transmission? Or is this just a myth? I know there's a Civic hybrid with a stick shift, but I heard that something like a Prius wouldn't work with one. What is the mechanics behinds this, if its even true? Sorry if this is a dumb question.","c_root_id_A":"d6vnst7","c_root_id_B":"d6vol64","created_at_utc_A":1472097652,"created_at_utc_B":1472099105,"score_A":4,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"Because CVTs are more efficient, i.e. the entire point of a hybrid.","human_ref_B":"The first gen Honda Insight came in a manual. There is no reason you can't, I just assume the majority of people that are interested in buying a hybrid prefer an automatic.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1453.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"4zgdwu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why can't a true hybrid have a manual transmission? Or is this just a myth? I know there's a Civic hybrid with a stick shift, but I heard that something like a Prius wouldn't work with one. What is the mechanics behinds this, if its even true? Sorry if this is a dumb question.","c_root_id_A":"d6vnst7","c_root_id_B":"d6vq4g9","created_at_utc_A":1472097652,"created_at_utc_B":1472102214,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Because CVTs are more efficient, i.e. the entire point of a hybrid.","human_ref_B":"It could be done, like it is in the Honda CR-Z.  Introducing a manual transmission changes what things are available for the control systems to work with, so with more technically sophisticated cars like a hybrid, they're generally not favorable to what the engineers are trying to achieve.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4562.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"4zgdwu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why can't a true hybrid have a manual transmission? Or is this just a myth? I know there's a Civic hybrid with a stick shift, but I heard that something like a Prius wouldn't work with one. What is the mechanics behinds this, if its even true? Sorry if this is a dumb question.","c_root_id_A":"d6vtm5s","c_root_id_B":"d6w2wph","created_at_utc_A":1472111501,"created_at_utc_B":1472134554,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"They can, but Toyota has decided to use an \"eCVT\" transmittion on the Prius. Essentially, instead of using any common transmission type, they have the electric motor generators and the engine all connected to the belt that drives the wheels via a fixed gear ratio. No clutch, no torque converter, no different gears. Thus a manual gearbox wouldn't really make sense.    In fact, only one electric motor generator drives the wheels directly, the other motor generator sits on the engine's crankshaft and acts as a starter\/alternator replacement. Also, there is no fixed connection between the wheels and the crankshaft at all, just a planetary gear that allows the engine to assist the propulsion of the car at higher speeds.","human_ref_B":"First, let's talk about what a transmission does.  It multiples torque.  That's all.  A gas engine has very little torque at low RPM, so we put in some gears to help it along.  Gas engines are also most efficient at only one RPM, so a transmission helps us stay in the efficient range.  Electric motors have max torque at 0 rpm (called stall torque).  So if designed properly, cars with electric motors don't need a transmission.  The Nissan Leaf, for example, has only one gear, all the time.  Of note: electric motors also produce max power in the middle of their RPM range.  So if you're driving with an electric motor and you want more power, sometimes you may actually want to reduce RPM to get it.  Totally counter-intuitive vs. a gas engine. Your typical driver would fuck up an electric motor pretty badly if given a manual transmission.  Now, there are two types of hybrids.   A series hybrid is the most efficient.  A gas engine is used only to generate electricity, and it always runs at its peak efficient RPM.  The electricity it generates powers an electric motor.  And as we said before, electric motors don't need a transmission at all.  A parallel hybrid (like the Prius) can draw power from both the electric motor and the gas engine.  The car's computer decides which mode to use when.  These cars often have a smaller electric motor, which perhaps could benefit from a transmission. But the power curve for an electric motor looks way different than for a gas engine.  So as a driver, you'd probably ask it to so stupid stuff with a manual transmission.  It can use say a CVT or just a single gear to be more efficient (and more powerful) than you.  The parallel hybrid will try to stay in series mode as much as possible.  But if the driver is asking for more power than the electric motor can provide, it will also send power directly to the drive line from the engine.  There are lots of ways to do this.  But in all cases, you've got two power sources with different power curves that are both turned on at once.  So again, while it may benefit from a manual transmission, the car can do this better (more efficiently, and probably more powerful) than you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23053.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ur9o5x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Had to brake extremely hard today to avoid collision. Should I take my car into a shop to get the parts related to braking checked? Idk anything about cars which is why is said \u201cparts related to braking.\u201d  The car is pretty new, less than 3000 miles. I had to slam my brakes while I was going 50ish to avoid a collision today.  What are the chances that this one incident fucked up my car and now I have to waste money repairing it?  Edit: 2021 Toyota Rav 4 Hybrid","c_root_id_A":"i8w31br","c_root_id_B":"i8w4e78","created_at_utc_A":1652748678,"created_at_utc_B":1652749357,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Unless there is noticeable damage or wheel misalignment, you dont need to take it anywhere. You're fine. As a mechanical engineer i can tell ya, that shit is ment to be used in a drastic manner","human_ref_B":"Just like everybody else except for the one moron said, your car is just fine. It's designed to this and exactly this to keep you safe.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":679.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t3ikbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"I\u2019m at the ski resort and my battery suddenly died, what should i do? I\u2019m at the ski resort, it\u2019s -20C outside. My car, which is a manual, just died, or at least the battery did. When i turn the key, nothing happens, no light at all. It died suddenly, like everything was working, i stalled, and when i went to turn the engine on again, i stalled. I just left the car there, it wasn\u2019t parked well, but it wasn\u2019t that bad either. I\u2019m still relatively new, so i still stalk from time to time, and i\u2019m scared that even if some nice person in the parking would help me to boost the battery, i\u2019d stall on the way and it wouldn\u2019t turn on. The battery never died before. Do u guys think it might be because of the cold, since the heating was barely turn on? i was thinking of asking for someone to boost it when i\u2019m about to leave, then let the engine run and the heaters on for around 15-20 mins. Do you guys think it\u2019ll work? i\u2019m lowkey scared, i\u2019m at least an hour away from home.","c_root_id_A":"hysfpxx","c_root_id_B":"hysk1sg","created_at_utc_A":1646063354,"created_at_utc_B":1646065082,"score_A":9,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"You said you're in a manual drive are you on a hill where you can roll it then dump the clutch to crank the engine?","human_ref_B":"Check the battery cables are tight. We have had this happen with the vans at work, one only had a couple thousand miles on it, the battery suddenly \"died\" but actually the clamp was loose enough that it lost connection.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1728.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"t3ikbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"I\u2019m at the ski resort and my battery suddenly died, what should i do? I\u2019m at the ski resort, it\u2019s -20C outside. My car, which is a manual, just died, or at least the battery did. When i turn the key, nothing happens, no light at all. It died suddenly, like everything was working, i stalled, and when i went to turn the engine on again, i stalled. I just left the car there, it wasn\u2019t parked well, but it wasn\u2019t that bad either. I\u2019m still relatively new, so i still stalk from time to time, and i\u2019m scared that even if some nice person in the parking would help me to boost the battery, i\u2019d stall on the way and it wouldn\u2019t turn on. The battery never died before. Do u guys think it might be because of the cold, since the heating was barely turn on? i was thinking of asking for someone to boost it when i\u2019m about to leave, then let the engine run and the heaters on for around 15-20 mins. Do you guys think it\u2019ll work? i\u2019m lowkey scared, i\u2019m at least an hour away from home.","c_root_id_A":"hysfpxx","c_root_id_B":"hyskq9c","created_at_utc_A":1646063354,"created_at_utc_B":1646065352,"score_A":9,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"You said you're in a manual drive are you on a hill where you can roll it then dump the clutch to crank the engine?","human_ref_B":"Don't worry so much about stalling later, it will only make you nervous. For now just get a jump and keep the car running for a while so the battery can charge up","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1998.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111}
{"post_id":"t3ikbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"I\u2019m at the ski resort and my battery suddenly died, what should i do? I\u2019m at the ski resort, it\u2019s -20C outside. My car, which is a manual, just died, or at least the battery did. When i turn the key, nothing happens, no light at all. It died suddenly, like everything was working, i stalled, and when i went to turn the engine on again, i stalled. I just left the car there, it wasn\u2019t parked well, but it wasn\u2019t that bad either. I\u2019m still relatively new, so i still stalk from time to time, and i\u2019m scared that even if some nice person in the parking would help me to boost the battery, i\u2019d stall on the way and it wouldn\u2019t turn on. The battery never died before. Do u guys think it might be because of the cold, since the heating was barely turn on? i was thinking of asking for someone to boost it when i\u2019m about to leave, then let the engine run and the heaters on for around 15-20 mins. Do you guys think it\u2019ll work? i\u2019m lowkey scared, i\u2019m at least an hour away from home.","c_root_id_A":"hysqjle","c_root_id_B":"hysn7p5","created_at_utc_A":1646067602,"created_at_utc_B":1646066323,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Manual!  Just go back inside and warm up with a viewing of Karate Kid. When Daniel Son picks up Ally for their date, just copy what his mom does.","human_ref_B":"Start skiing","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1279.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rzw8w2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Does AWD lower the risk (compared to FWD) of losing control in heavy rain while driving at high speed (60 to 80 mph)? Buying a new car soon. I drive on the interstate over 3 hours a day. In my 2012 FWD Accord I'll occasionally lose traction when it's raining heavily. I understand tires make the biggest difference, but wouldn't AWD help a lot as well? I'm considering a new Mazda3 turbo AWD, Mazda6 FWD, or Accord FWD.  Will I notice a difference?","c_root_id_A":"hrxumdi","c_root_id_B":"hry1jfc","created_at_utc_A":1641750431,"created_at_utc_B":1641752931,"score_A":16,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"AWD helps with acceleration but that's it (and even then it's mostly when starting from a complete stop, the higher the speed the less it matters). It won't help with turning or braking, nor will it prevent hydroplaning.","human_ref_B":"How old are your tires? If you are hydroplaning you need to slow the hell down. AWD helps but it isn't magic.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2500.0,"score_ratio":1.0625}
{"post_id":"rzw8w2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Does AWD lower the risk (compared to FWD) of losing control in heavy rain while driving at high speed (60 to 80 mph)? Buying a new car soon. I drive on the interstate over 3 hours a day. In my 2012 FWD Accord I'll occasionally lose traction when it's raining heavily. I understand tires make the biggest difference, but wouldn't AWD help a lot as well? I'm considering a new Mazda3 turbo AWD, Mazda6 FWD, or Accord FWD.  Will I notice a difference?","c_root_id_A":"hry0ufp","c_root_id_B":"hry1jfc","created_at_utc_A":1641752691,"created_at_utc_B":1641752931,"score_A":5,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Yes it does.   Having four wheels providing propulsion is better than two, especially in loss of traction situations. Modern AWD systems will provide power to the wheel(s) with the most traction, and lower power to the wheel(s) with the least power.","human_ref_B":"How old are your tires? If you are hydroplaning you need to slow the hell down. AWD helps but it isn't magic.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":240.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"rzw8w2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Does AWD lower the risk (compared to FWD) of losing control in heavy rain while driving at high speed (60 to 80 mph)? Buying a new car soon. I drive on the interstate over 3 hours a day. In my 2012 FWD Accord I'll occasionally lose traction when it's raining heavily. I understand tires make the biggest difference, but wouldn't AWD help a lot as well? I'm considering a new Mazda3 turbo AWD, Mazda6 FWD, or Accord FWD.  Will I notice a difference?","c_root_id_A":"hry0ufp","c_root_id_B":"hry8et3","created_at_utc_A":1641752691,"created_at_utc_B":1641755324,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Yes it does.   Having four wheels providing propulsion is better than two, especially in loss of traction situations. Modern AWD systems will provide power to the wheel(s) with the most traction, and lower power to the wheel(s) with the least power.","human_ref_B":"Driving my 2017 Suzuki Ignis with AWD through a huge puddle I didn't see on the Autobahn at 140KM\/H and I felt the rear traction kick in and keep me steady. As long as your wheels are receiving torque, 4WD\/AWD will always be better than FWD.  However good tires can make up the difference.  Best option would be good tires AND awd of course.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2633.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rzw8w2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Does AWD lower the risk (compared to FWD) of losing control in heavy rain while driving at high speed (60 to 80 mph)? Buying a new car soon. I drive on the interstate over 3 hours a day. In my 2012 FWD Accord I'll occasionally lose traction when it's raining heavily. I understand tires make the biggest difference, but wouldn't AWD help a lot as well? I'm considering a new Mazda3 turbo AWD, Mazda6 FWD, or Accord FWD.  Will I notice a difference?","c_root_id_A":"hry8et3","c_root_id_B":"hry1ull","created_at_utc_A":1641755324,"created_at_utc_B":1641753042,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Driving my 2017 Suzuki Ignis with AWD through a huge puddle I didn't see on the Autobahn at 140KM\/H and I felt the rear traction kick in and keep me steady. As long as your wheels are receiving torque, 4WD\/AWD will always be better than FWD.  However good tires can make up the difference.  Best option would be good tires AND awd of course.","human_ref_B":"Assuming you're driving normally at highway speeds: No.  The only thing that drive configuration determines is which wheels are propelling the car forward.  Ordinary highway driving uses so little power that it really doesn't make a difference if that power is coming from the front wheels or all wheels.  The only time I would say this matters is when comparing between AWD\/FWD and RWD.  RWD makes the car inherently less stable and is more prone to unexpected oversteer under acceleration.  That said, the single most important part of any car's handling is the tires.  If you have good quality tires with plenty of tread left then that is the single best thing you can do to ensure your safety on the road.  Drive configuration does little to compare to the safety benefits of having good tires.  Hope this helps!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2282.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"o19sn6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Express Lube place mistyped my mileage on paperwork, just noticed 2 weeks later. Any issues? Took my car in for an oil change at one of those express lube places, they wrote 26XXX instead of 62XXX for my mileage. Trying to sell the car and the dealer pointed that out to me. Anything I need to do to correct this? It is a Subaru, if that helps.","c_root_id_A":"h1zukyv","c_root_id_B":"h203qku","created_at_utc_A":1623866992,"created_at_utc_B":1623870922,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Surely that same receipt also has a date on it?","human_ref_B":"Personally I'd be more worried that you took it to a quick lube place than worried about the fat-finger mileage discrepancy, especially if there was a newer entry that had reverted back to the proper mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3930.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"nwnlf6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Rims 1 inch too big? Problem? Two years ago I had to get new tires, and while at the tire shop the guys there upsold me on some new rims that I later learned were 1 inch too big for my car and tires, but they run fine, right? I drive a 2008 Chevy Aveo that is supposed to have 14 inch rims, but has been riding around on 15 inch aftermarket ones.  I'm being told by some well-meaning friends that two years of driving around on tires like this may have done serious long-term damage to the transmission, and should consider trading in my car while the damage isn't noticeable yet, but I just don't know, that seems excessive.  Am I actually as screwed as they say I am?","c_root_id_A":"h1bim15","c_root_id_B":"h1c35u5","created_at_utc_A":1623354679,"created_at_utc_B":1623363862,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Surely not, as going up in size by 1-2 inches in diameter is a pretty common car mod. As long as the tires aren\u2019t rubbing against the fairings or the inside of the wheel hub, you\u2019re straight. And your trans is certainly fine, you haven\u2019t added power, or much more weight.","human_ref_B":"Is your friend a car salesman that is also offering to take that trade in?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9183.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ngm00q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Want to go on a 500 mile drive to see my mother, but I\u2019m missing a bolt on one of my motor mounts on my 06 civic. Mild shaking while at idle. Yes or no? What\u2019s the worst that can happen?","c_root_id_A":"gyrp6bo","c_root_id_B":"gysstku","created_at_utc_A":1621473454,"created_at_utc_B":1621498655,"score_A":28,"score_B":31,"human_ref_A":"You could sheer othrr bolts and be stuck in the middle of nowhere. Get it fixed first.   You could end up with additional cost of fixing your car and accommodation.","human_ref_B":"For the price of a damn bolt it's not even worth asking.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":25201.0,"score_ratio":1.1071428571}
{"post_id":"ngm00q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Want to go on a 500 mile drive to see my mother, but I\u2019m missing a bolt on one of my motor mounts on my 06 civic. Mild shaking while at idle. Yes or no? What\u2019s the worst that can happen?","c_root_id_A":"gysstku","c_root_id_B":"gys3y6m","created_at_utc_A":1621498655,"created_at_utc_B":1621480973,"score_A":31,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"For the price of a damn bolt it's not even worth asking.","human_ref_B":"The trip will be miserable if you leave without fixing that bolt.  Get it fixed, check tire pressure and do an oil service if it needs it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17682.0,"score_ratio":2.3846153846}
{"post_id":"ngm00q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Want to go on a 500 mile drive to see my mother, but I\u2019m missing a bolt on one of my motor mounts on my 06 civic. Mild shaking while at idle. Yes or no? What\u2019s the worst that can happen?","c_root_id_A":"gyrtdg8","c_root_id_B":"gysstku","created_at_utc_A":1621475551,"created_at_utc_B":1621498655,"score_A":10,"score_B":31,"human_ref_A":"i drove around for a long time and thought my transmission was the problem but it was just this. it was cheap to fix once i finally took it but like others have said take it now before it gets worse","human_ref_B":"For the price of a damn bolt it's not even worth asking.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23104.0,"score_ratio":3.1}
{"post_id":"ngm00q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Want to go on a 500 mile drive to see my mother, but I\u2019m missing a bolt on one of my motor mounts on my 06 civic. Mild shaking while at idle. Yes or no? What\u2019s the worst that can happen?","c_root_id_A":"gyrtdg8","c_root_id_B":"gys3y6m","created_at_utc_A":1621475551,"created_at_utc_B":1621480973,"score_A":10,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"i drove around for a long time and thought my transmission was the problem but it was just this. it was cheap to fix once i finally took it but like others have said take it now before it gets worse","human_ref_B":"The trip will be miserable if you leave without fixing that bolt.  Get it fixed, check tire pressure and do an oil service if it needs it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5422.0,"score_ratio":1.3}
{"post_id":"khoxbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is a catalytic converter and how easy are they to steal? There has been a string of these thefts in my area and I\u2019m wondering if I\u2019m at any risk and actually how hard they are to steal. Most of the time it looks like they are stolen off of trucks in my area. Not sure why, but I drive a sedan and am wondering if that puts me at a lower risk for it being stolen.","c_root_id_A":"ggmbt5v","c_root_id_B":"ggma3ll","created_at_utc_A":1608582189,"created_at_utc_B":1608581333,"score_A":29,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Happens all the time where I live. It's part of your exhaust that burns excess fuel, and other pollutants before they leave the tailpipe.    If you have a battery powered saws-all you can extract a cat in under 1 min. They usually steal from trucks because they are higher off the ground and easier to get under. They steal them because the internals can be sold to a recycler.","human_ref_B":"A catalytic converter is a component of your exhaust system that helps absorb some of the harmful emissions made from the combustion process inside your motor.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":856.0,"score_ratio":2.6363636364}
{"post_id":"khoxbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is a catalytic converter and how easy are they to steal? There has been a string of these thefts in my area and I\u2019m wondering if I\u2019m at any risk and actually how hard they are to steal. Most of the time it looks like they are stolen off of trucks in my area. Not sure why, but I drive a sedan and am wondering if that puts me at a lower risk for it being stolen.","c_root_id_A":"ggmbt5v","c_root_id_B":"ggmafbm","created_at_utc_A":1608582189,"created_at_utc_B":1608581495,"score_A":29,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Happens all the time where I live. It's part of your exhaust that burns excess fuel, and other pollutants before they leave the tailpipe.    If you have a battery powered saws-all you can extract a cat in under 1 min. They usually steal from trucks because they are higher off the ground and easier to get under. They steal them because the internals can be sold to a recycler.","human_ref_B":"A cat is used basically to filter the air before it leaves through the back of your car. In Canada it is legally required to have one so you have reduced emissions from your car. I mean you COULD steal one but it's kinda a lot of work and you gotta climb under the car and unscrew it and stuff.. kind of a really weird thing to steal considering you can buy em off Ebay for like $100.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":694.0,"score_ratio":9.6666666667}
{"post_id":"khoxbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is a catalytic converter and how easy are they to steal? There has been a string of these thefts in my area and I\u2019m wondering if I\u2019m at any risk and actually how hard they are to steal. Most of the time it looks like they are stolen off of trucks in my area. Not sure why, but I drive a sedan and am wondering if that puts me at a lower risk for it being stolen.","c_root_id_A":"ggmp31b","c_root_id_B":"ggmgh96","created_at_utc_A":1608588926,"created_at_utc_B":1608584537,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A crack head with a jack and battery powered sawzall can have it out and gone from the scene in under 5 minutes.","human_ref_B":"as others have mentioned, the catalytic converter is a piece inside your exhaust that acts sort of like a filter.. but instead of filtering uses heat and special catalyst materials to draw out certain harmful materials of a cars exhaust making the air cleaner.      Why do people steal them? Because some of the catalytic materials are valuable (there's literally platinum in there) and recyclers and go-betweens generally don't ask questions as to where they come from as they're not serial numbered or tracked parts of your car.      Depending on size some can fetch $100+ in recycling at a yard. Some states have instituted limits on how may you can sell per person for non-business reasons, but then you just pick up a go-between like a shady exhaust shop to take a cut off the top and has a legit biz reason to be dumping them on a regular basis.      They're accessible from the bottom of the car, and on vehicles like economy cars and anything in the truck class, un shielded. a minute or so with a cordless reciprocating saw and a good blade can net you $100. move around all night and you could fetch a few grand.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4389.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"khoxbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is a catalytic converter and how easy are they to steal? There has been a string of these thefts in my area and I\u2019m wondering if I\u2019m at any risk and actually how hard they are to steal. Most of the time it looks like they are stolen off of trucks in my area. Not sure why, but I drive a sedan and am wondering if that puts me at a lower risk for it being stolen.","c_root_id_A":"ggmgpue","c_root_id_B":"ggmp31b","created_at_utc_A":1608584659,"created_at_utc_B":1608588926,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"You can get a metal cage to make yours not worth cutting off.","human_ref_B":"A crack head with a jack and battery powered sawzall can have it out and gone from the scene in under 5 minutes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4267.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"khoxbi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is a catalytic converter and how easy are they to steal? There has been a string of these thefts in my area and I\u2019m wondering if I\u2019m at any risk and actually how hard they are to steal. Most of the time it looks like they are stolen off of trucks in my area. Not sure why, but I drive a sedan and am wondering if that puts me at a lower risk for it being stolen.","c_root_id_A":"ggmp31b","c_root_id_B":"ggmafbm","created_at_utc_A":1608588926,"created_at_utc_B":1608581495,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A crack head with a jack and battery powered sawzall can have it out and gone from the scene in under 5 minutes.","human_ref_B":"A cat is used basically to filter the air before it leaves through the back of your car. In Canada it is legally required to have one so you have reduced emissions from your car. I mean you COULD steal one but it's kinda a lot of work and you gotta climb under the car and unscrew it and stuff.. kind of a really weird thing to steal considering you can buy em off Ebay for like $100.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7431.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5ec3v","c_root_id_B":"ge5ec5v","created_at_utc_A":1606746211,"created_at_utc_B":1606746211,"score_A":33,"score_B":53,"human_ref_A":"Nope. Toyota is almost always near the top of the reliability rankings, if not the top. Nissan is not even in the top 10.","human_ref_B":"Nissan has become, IMO, the most unreliable auto manufacturer.  Their transmissions are junk and we even had a Sentra in our shop that needed an engine just to find out that the CVT transmission was also shot.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":0.0,"score_ratio":1.6060606061}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5hd43","c_root_id_B":"ge5fqsh","created_at_utc_A":1606747997,"created_at_utc_B":1606747066,"score_A":23,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Nissan was pretty reliable 2 decades ago. Not quite as much as Toyota. Then they merged with Renault. New Nissans are hot garbage.","human_ref_B":"Toyota \/ Lexus are consistently judged to be the most reliable vehicles, closely followed by Honda and then subaru. However, the 2004 Nissan Maxima (3.0 v6) is widely regarded as one of the most reliable vehicles ever sold. But compared across the range, Toyota's will be more reliable on average","labels":1,"seconds_difference":931.0,"score_ratio":1.7692307692}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5fqsh","c_root_id_B":"ge5k2gv","created_at_utc_A":1606747066,"created_at_utc_B":1606749490,"score_A":13,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Toyota \/ Lexus are consistently judged to be the most reliable vehicles, closely followed by Honda and then subaru. However, the 2004 Nissan Maxima (3.0 v6) is widely regarded as one of the most reliable vehicles ever sold. But compared across the range, Toyota's will be more reliable on average","human_ref_B":"Nissan is the Dodge of Japanese cars.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2424.0,"score_ratio":1.3846153846}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5k2gv","c_root_id_B":"ge5i8h3","created_at_utc_A":1606749490,"created_at_utc_B":1606748488,"score_A":18,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Nissan is the Dodge of Japanese cars.","human_ref_B":"They really dropped in quality and reliably around 2000 ish. I would never buy one especially one with a cvt trans.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1002.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5iul3","c_root_id_B":"ge5k2gv","created_at_utc_A":1606748832,"created_at_utc_B":1606749490,"score_A":5,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"That Toyota transmission will last your entire life Lol. Can\u2019t say the same for early gen Honda\u2019s although they\u2019re great great cars","human_ref_B":"Nissan is the Dodge of Japanese cars.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":658.0,"score_ratio":3.6}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5k2gv","c_root_id_B":"ge5iwd5","created_at_utc_A":1606749490,"created_at_utc_B":1606748858,"score_A":18,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Nissan is the Dodge of Japanese cars.","human_ref_B":"No, Nissan is light years behind Toyota.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":632.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5mnm1","c_root_id_B":"ge5iul3","created_at_utc_A":1606750840,"created_at_utc_B":1606748832,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I think the answer is  # NO.","human_ref_B":"That Toyota transmission will last your entire life Lol. Can\u2019t say the same for early gen Honda\u2019s although they\u2019re great great cars","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2008.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5iwd5","c_root_id_B":"ge5mnm1","created_at_utc_A":1606748858,"created_at_utc_B":1606750840,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"No, Nissan is light years behind Toyota.","human_ref_B":"I think the answer is  # NO.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1982.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5m2rt","c_root_id_B":"ge5mnm1","created_at_utc_A":1606750541,"created_at_utc_B":1606750840,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Absolutely not.","human_ref_B":"I think the answer is  # NO.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":299.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5iwd5","c_root_id_B":"ge5ncc6","created_at_utc_A":1606748858,"created_at_utc_B":1606751185,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"No, Nissan is light years behind Toyota.","human_ref_B":"If it was 1995, I'd say they would be close, with an edge to Toyota.  These days, they are miles apart in terms of reliability, with Toyota being much more reliable.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2327.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5m2rt","c_root_id_B":"ge5ncc6","created_at_utc_A":1606750541,"created_at_utc_B":1606751185,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Absolutely not.","human_ref_B":"If it was 1995, I'd say they would be close, with an edge to Toyota.  These days, they are miles apart in terms of reliability, with Toyota being much more reliable.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":644.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k3wl34","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"is Nissan more reliable than Toyota ?","c_root_id_A":"ge5wap5","c_root_id_B":"ge5p0qf","created_at_utc_A":1606755595,"created_at_utc_B":1606752016,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"no  I'm a Chrysler fan and I laugh at how horrific Nissan is.","human_ref_B":"no","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3579.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"jg7sir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Toyota dealership scratched my dash during service today. What should I do? My car is in for a service today (replace transmission coolant lines and airbag recall). I just got a call from the dealership saying my car is ready for pickup but that the mechanic scratched my dash just above the steering wheel in the driver's line of sight while working on it.   I haven't seen the damage yet, but they're discounting the labour for my service by $75.   What's the typical protocol here? I care about the aesthetics of my vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"g9pbk4a","c_root_id_B":"g9ouj80","created_at_utc_A":1603409144,"created_at_utc_B":1603400619,"score_A":25,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"easy one. they damaged it, they fix it on their dime. it's not like they don't have a parts department ......  or they call the vendor that does repair work. although this may or may not be acceptable to you. some are great at what they, some not so much .....  and $75 doesn't begin to cover the cost of repair ....","human_ref_B":"They should be able to have an outside vendor repair it also. When i worked for nissan we had a company that would come in and repair dashes and leather seats too","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8525.0,"score_ratio":1.5625}
{"post_id":"jg7sir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Toyota dealership scratched my dash during service today. What should I do? My car is in for a service today (replace transmission coolant lines and airbag recall). I just got a call from the dealership saying my car is ready for pickup but that the mechanic scratched my dash just above the steering wheel in the driver's line of sight while working on it.   I haven't seen the damage yet, but they're discounting the labour for my service by $75.   What's the typical protocol here? I care about the aesthetics of my vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"g9pbitf","c_root_id_B":"g9pbk4a","created_at_utc_A":1603409125,"created_at_utc_B":1603409144,"score_A":12,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"They scratched it, it's up to them to make it right in your eyes.  Don't let them get away with a measly $75 discount.  Make them fix your dash to YOUR liking.  If that means a full replacement... so be it.","human_ref_B":"easy one. they damaged it, they fix it on their dime. it's not like they don't have a parts department ......  or they call the vendor that does repair work. although this may or may not be acceptable to you. some are great at what they, some not so much .....  and $75 doesn't begin to cover the cost of repair ....","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19.0,"score_ratio":2.0833333333}
{"post_id":"iiyhhy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"2013 Dodge Dart drove through deep water & died. We replaced plugs and filter and it ran for a bit and died now it won\u2019t restart! Can you please help me???","c_root_id_A":"g3adeyd","c_root_id_B":"g3a8ngb","created_at_utc_A":1598737574,"created_at_utc_B":1598735749,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"yeaaaa,  if you didn't get the water out of the cylinders before you put new plugs in, then you may need a new motor...if you can get a socket on the crank pulley, take the plugs back out, put the car in N and try to turn the crank,  if it don't move... it ded.","human_ref_B":"Does the car make any ticking or rattling when you try to start it? If so STOP IMMEDIATELY and get it towed to a shop for an inspection. Look up cars and hydrolocking for more info","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1825.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"iiyhhy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"2013 Dodge Dart drove through deep water & died. We replaced plugs and filter and it ran for a bit and died now it won\u2019t restart! Can you please help me???","c_root_id_A":"g3a8ngb","c_root_id_B":"g3aqbkf","created_at_utc_A":1598735749,"created_at_utc_B":1598743378,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Does the car make any ticking or rattling when you try to start it? If so STOP IMMEDIATELY and get it towed to a shop for an inspection. Look up cars and hydrolocking for more info","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s a 4 cylinder engine. That means the 1 and 4 pistons are at the same height in the cylinder. Remove the spark plugs and stick a long screwdriver in the 1 cylinder. Mark the screwdriver at the top of the spark plug tube and then put it in the 4 cylinder. Mark the screwdriver again. If there is a gap between marks you got bent rods.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7629.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvyfd37","c_root_id_B":"fvyage4","created_at_utc_A":1593094465,"created_at_utc_B":1593091618,"score_A":9,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I'm not allowed to listen to \"Born To Be Wild\" before stepping on my motorcycle. Other songs that I associate with driving (often due to games and my 90s upbringing)  * Radar Love - Golden Earring * Road Rage - Catatonia * The People That We Love - Bush * Favourite Game - Cardigans * I Love It - Icona Pop * I Am The Highway - Audioslave * Give It All - Rise Against * The Distance - Cake (If you don't know this one, check it out!!) * Little Deuce Coupe - Beach Boys * Highway To Hell - AC\/DC * Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins * Club Foot - Kasabian * Holding Out For A Hero - Bonnie Tyler * I Drove All Night - Roy Orbison * Real Gone - Sheryl Crow (Disney Cars Theme song) * Brave and Optimistic Girl - I'Dees (Due to this amazing video on Michel Mouton) * Faster - George Harrison * Sugar feat. Francesco Yates - Robin Schulz","human_ref_B":"Probably \"Sultans of Swing\".  Edit: quite a few songs by Fountains of Wayne would qualify too, i'm thinking maybe \"New Routine\" or, befittingly, \"92 Subaru\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2847.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvya0ct","c_root_id_B":"fvyage4","created_at_utc_A":1593091342,"created_at_utc_B":1593091618,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Cowboys from Hell","human_ref_B":"Probably \"Sultans of Swing\".  Edit: quite a few songs by Fountains of Wayne would qualify too, i'm thinking maybe \"New Routine\" or, befittingly, \"92 Subaru\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":276.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvyfd37","c_root_id_B":"fvybx2a","created_at_utc_A":1593094465,"created_at_utc_B":1593092494,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I'm not allowed to listen to \"Born To Be Wild\" before stepping on my motorcycle. Other songs that I associate with driving (often due to games and my 90s upbringing)  * Radar Love - Golden Earring * Road Rage - Catatonia * The People That We Love - Bush * Favourite Game - Cardigans * I Love It - Icona Pop * I Am The Highway - Audioslave * Give It All - Rise Against * The Distance - Cake (If you don't know this one, check it out!!) * Little Deuce Coupe - Beach Boys * Highway To Hell - AC\/DC * Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins * Club Foot - Kasabian * Holding Out For A Hero - Bonnie Tyler * I Drove All Night - Roy Orbison * Real Gone - Sheryl Crow (Disney Cars Theme song) * Brave and Optimistic Girl - I'Dees (Due to this amazing video on Michel Mouton) * Faster - George Harrison * Sugar feat. Francesco Yates - Robin Schulz","human_ref_B":"Back when my S\/O and I were living in different cities, I'd make a 7 hour drive every Friday afternoon and Sunday night.  I ended up making a bunch of playlists, but this one is specifically songs that feel like driving songs:  Lonely Boy \u2013\u2013 The Black Keys  Rock and Roll \u2013\u2013 Led Zeppelin  Money City Maniacs \u2013\u2013 Sloan  Shoot to Thrill \u2013\u2013 AC\/DC  Where Have All the Rude Boys Gone  \u2013\u2013 Ted Leo and the Pharmacists  Get Away \u2013\u2013 Yuck  Cochise \u2013\u2013 Audioslave  La Grange \u2013\u2013 ZZ Top  Still Listening \u2013\u2013 Mount Carmel  Voodoo Child  \u2013\u2013 Jimi Hendrix  Motor Away  \u2013\u2013 Guided By Voices  Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away) \u2013\u2013 Deftones  Spacegrass \u2013\u2013 Clutch  &#x200B;  Edit: formatting","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1971.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvya0ct","c_root_id_B":"fvyfd37","created_at_utc_A":1593091342,"created_at_utc_B":1593094465,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Cowboys from Hell","human_ref_B":"I'm not allowed to listen to \"Born To Be Wild\" before stepping on my motorcycle. Other songs that I associate with driving (often due to games and my 90s upbringing)  * Radar Love - Golden Earring * Road Rage - Catatonia * The People That We Love - Bush * Favourite Game - Cardigans * I Love It - Icona Pop * I Am The Highway - Audioslave * Give It All - Rise Against * The Distance - Cake (If you don't know this one, check it out!!) * Little Deuce Coupe - Beach Boys * Highway To Hell - AC\/DC * Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins * Club Foot - Kasabian * Holding Out For A Hero - Bonnie Tyler * I Drove All Night - Roy Orbison * Real Gone - Sheryl Crow (Disney Cars Theme song) * Brave and Optimistic Girl - I'Dees (Due to this amazing video on Michel Mouton) * Faster - George Harrison * Sugar feat. Francesco Yates - Robin Schulz","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3123.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvyfd37","c_root_id_B":"fvybz2d","created_at_utc_A":1593094465,"created_at_utc_B":1593092527,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'm not allowed to listen to \"Born To Be Wild\" before stepping on my motorcycle. Other songs that I associate with driving (often due to games and my 90s upbringing)  * Radar Love - Golden Earring * Road Rage - Catatonia * The People That We Love - Bush * Favourite Game - Cardigans * I Love It - Icona Pop * I Am The Highway - Audioslave * Give It All - Rise Against * The Distance - Cake (If you don't know this one, check it out!!) * Little Deuce Coupe - Beach Boys * Highway To Hell - AC\/DC * Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins * Club Foot - Kasabian * Holding Out For A Hero - Bonnie Tyler * I Drove All Night - Roy Orbison * Real Gone - Sheryl Crow (Disney Cars Theme song) * Brave and Optimistic Girl - I'Dees (Due to this amazing video on Michel Mouton) * Faster - George Harrison * Sugar feat. Francesco Yates - Robin Schulz","human_ref_B":"Whatever Top Gear determined was the greatest driving sing of all time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1938.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvyf2re","c_root_id_B":"fvyfd37","created_at_utc_A":1593094303,"created_at_utc_B":1593094465,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Sod it I'm listing albums;  Propellorheads - Decksanddrumsandrockandroll  Prodigy - Experience or Music For The Jilted Generation  Offspring - Smash","human_ref_B":"I'm not allowed to listen to \"Born To Be Wild\" before stepping on my motorcycle. Other songs that I associate with driving (often due to games and my 90s upbringing)  * Radar Love - Golden Earring * Road Rage - Catatonia * The People That We Love - Bush * Favourite Game - Cardigans * I Love It - Icona Pop * I Am The Highway - Audioslave * Give It All - Rise Against * The Distance - Cake (If you don't know this one, check it out!!) * Little Deuce Coupe - Beach Boys * Highway To Hell - AC\/DC * Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins * Club Foot - Kasabian * Holding Out For A Hero - Bonnie Tyler * I Drove All Night - Roy Orbison * Real Gone - Sheryl Crow (Disney Cars Theme song) * Brave and Optimistic Girl - I'Dees (Due to this amazing video on Michel Mouton) * Faster - George Harrison * Sugar feat. Francesco Yates - Robin Schulz","labels":0,"seconds_difference":162.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
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{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvyjpiz","c_root_id_B":"fvz5ecx","created_at_utc_A":1593096780,"created_at_utc_B":1593107508,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Golden Earring's Radar Love. I've been driving all night, my hands wet on the wheel... Caution. It'll take you to higher speeds.","human_ref_B":"The Chain by Fleetwood Mac. The riff was used for the BBC's Formula One coverage and, for me, it will always be associated with screaming engines.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10728.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
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{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvz7x46","c_root_id_B":"fvyueec","created_at_utc_A":1593108718,"created_at_utc_B":1593102181,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Blur - Song 2  Because of this BMW Film: https:\/\/youtu.be\/b5eoNyWUz8I (Driving starts @3:15 actual driving and music @4:20)","human_ref_B":"Live for the kill by Amon Amarth. Another one is Father of the wolf. Pretty much their entire collection is badass.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6537.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzkddg","c_root_id_B":"fvyueec","created_at_utc_A":1593114666,"created_at_utc_B":1593102181,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"2 miles an hour - Ludacris  Highway to hell - AC DC  Blacktop rollin - White\/Rob Zombie","human_ref_B":"Live for the kill by Amon Amarth. Another one is Father of the wolf. Pretty much their entire collection is badass.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12485.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzkddg","c_root_id_B":"fvz89p4","created_at_utc_A":1593114666,"created_at_utc_B":1593108886,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"2 miles an hour - Ludacris  Highway to hell - AC DC  Blacktop rollin - White\/Rob Zombie","human_ref_B":"Moonlight the remix version. Cloud kid has it   Mark - shahmen  Suicide drive -sahmen  Fukk!!  Night lovell","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5780.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzffji","c_root_id_B":"fvzkddg","created_at_utc_A":1593112285,"created_at_utc_B":1593114666,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Anything AC\/DC","human_ref_B":"2 miles an hour - Ludacris  Highway to hell - AC DC  Blacktop rollin - White\/Rob Zombie","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2381.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzjhc6","c_root_id_B":"fvzkddg","created_at_utc_A":1593114242,"created_at_utc_B":1593114666,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm not usually a rock guy, but thanks to my childhood, Real Gone by Sheryl Crow ALWAYS gets me in the mood to do some hard driving.","human_ref_B":"2 miles an hour - Ludacris  Highway to hell - AC DC  Blacktop rollin - White\/Rob Zombie","labels":0,"seconds_difference":424.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvyueec","c_root_id_B":"fvzmxox","created_at_utc_A":1593102181,"created_at_utc_B":1593115874,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Live for the kill by Amon Amarth. Another one is Father of the wolf. Pretty much their entire collection is badass.","human_ref_B":"The entire Baby Driver soundtrack, along with Midnite Cruiser by Steely Dan","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13693.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzmxox","c_root_id_B":"fvz89p4","created_at_utc_A":1593115874,"created_at_utc_B":1593108886,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The entire Baby Driver soundtrack, along with Midnite Cruiser by Steely Dan","human_ref_B":"Moonlight the remix version. Cloud kid has it   Mark - shahmen  Suicide drive -sahmen  Fukk!!  Night lovell","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6988.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzmxox","c_root_id_B":"fvzffji","created_at_utc_A":1593115874,"created_at_utc_B":1593112285,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The entire Baby Driver soundtrack, along with Midnite Cruiser by Steely Dan","human_ref_B":"Anything AC\/DC","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3589.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzmxox","c_root_id_B":"fvzjhc6","created_at_utc_A":1593115874,"created_at_utc_B":1593114242,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The entire Baby Driver soundtrack, along with Midnite Cruiser by Steely Dan","human_ref_B":"I'm not usually a rock guy, but thanks to my childhood, Real Gone by Sheryl Crow ALWAYS gets me in the mood to do some hard driving.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1632.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hfltco","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What's your favourite driving song? Can be more than one if you have more.","c_root_id_A":"fvzleqi","c_root_id_B":"fvzmxox","created_at_utc_A":1593115137,"created_at_utc_B":1593115874,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The album Nonagon Infinity by King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard for fast highway driving at night.  Polygondwanaland for twisty back-country roads.","human_ref_B":"The entire Baby Driver soundtrack, along with Midnite Cruiser by Steely Dan","labels":0,"seconds_difference":737.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gcss76","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Haven't even driven 1000 miles since my last oil change but it's been months. Should I change the oil anyway? I get mixed answers on this. Some are telling me it's a ploy to get me to spend more and 100% unnecessary if I haven't hit the mileage.  Others are saying it's crucial to change it every three months no matter what.  My vehicle isn't telling me either way (don't we wish they could talk sometimes. )  If it's needed,  I'm in a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT with the Vortec 4200 inline 6. Got about 128,380 miles on it. Next oil change calls for 130,000-something miles but didn't give any particular date. (Or it's faded out.)   It was late December when I got it done, and thanks to being able to take my work truck home, I've maybe put 1000 miles on the Trailblazer.  Trying to keep this SUV as healthy as possible because I actually like it. Even if it is older.","c_root_id_A":"fpd7kky","c_root_id_B":"fpd80bf","created_at_utc_A":1588521474,"created_at_utc_B":1588521722,"score_A":4,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"It depends.   Hot and cold has a detrimental effect on oil. Thus, it's good to change your oil at the beginning of summer, and the beginning of winter. Even if you haven't driven *\"enough miles\"*  If you're running dino juice, I'd change your oil. If you're running full synthetic, it holds up quite a bit better than the old organic oil. It's probably not necessary with full synthetic, but changing it won't hurt anything except your bank account.","human_ref_B":"I would say it depends on a few things. It's all about contaminants in the oil, and the pH. If you run a conventional oil: yes. Change it every six months.   If you run a synthetic, you are good for up to a year between changes. However, if this truck mostly does city driving and lots of short stops, then you're back to a six month interval.  Your vehicle can't talk, but you CAN get a good idea of how healthy the engine is. There's a place called Blackstone that will analyze the oil, looking at the types of contaminants and the lubricity characteristics. They can even tell you things like if your air filter is insufficient or there's a crack in the intake plumbing based on what they see in the sample. They will also be able to tell you if you need to shorten or are able to lengthen the service interval. It's not expensive ($30-$40 IIRC), and all done through the mail. Not a bad idea if you seriously want to keep the vehicle as long as possible.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":248.0,"score_ratio":6.25}
{"post_id":"gcss76","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Haven't even driven 1000 miles since my last oil change but it's been months. Should I change the oil anyway? I get mixed answers on this. Some are telling me it's a ploy to get me to spend more and 100% unnecessary if I haven't hit the mileage.  Others are saying it's crucial to change it every three months no matter what.  My vehicle isn't telling me either way (don't we wish they could talk sometimes. )  If it's needed,  I'm in a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT with the Vortec 4200 inline 6. Got about 128,380 miles on it. Next oil change calls for 130,000-something miles but didn't give any particular date. (Or it's faded out.)   It was late December when I got it done, and thanks to being able to take my work truck home, I've maybe put 1000 miles on the Trailblazer.  Trying to keep this SUV as healthy as possible because I actually like it. Even if it is older.","c_root_id_A":"fpdufqk","c_root_id_B":"fpepgu4","created_at_utc_A":1588534456,"created_at_utc_B":1588552161,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It's fine. Change oil based on miles\/ operating hours, not time.","human_ref_B":"Before your next oil change.  Get an oil analysis kit (I use Blackstone Labs).  They send you a kit, take a small sample and send it in, cost about $30.  It will tell you a few things such as the health of the engine and for your case how much protection in left in the oil.  The nice thing about this is it will relate to your exact car and conditions.    I've done this on a few cars, old and new.  For my girlfriend, she used regular oil and changed it at a year, well below the miles needed.  They said it still had 1-1.5k miles left.  If you want I can dig out a report and post it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17705.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gcss76","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Haven't even driven 1000 miles since my last oil change but it's been months. Should I change the oil anyway? I get mixed answers on this. Some are telling me it's a ploy to get me to spend more and 100% unnecessary if I haven't hit the mileage.  Others are saying it's crucial to change it every three months no matter what.  My vehicle isn't telling me either way (don't we wish they could talk sometimes. )  If it's needed,  I'm in a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT with the Vortec 4200 inline 6. Got about 128,380 miles on it. Next oil change calls for 130,000-something miles but didn't give any particular date. (Or it's faded out.)   It was late December when I got it done, and thanks to being able to take my work truck home, I've maybe put 1000 miles on the Trailblazer.  Trying to keep this SUV as healthy as possible because I actually like it. Even if it is older.","c_root_id_A":"fpe3oo4","c_root_id_B":"fpepgu4","created_at_utc_A":1588539719,"created_at_utc_B":1588552161,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Every 6 months or 6000 miles max. The higher mileage an engine has the harder its going to be on oil. Also, just for an example, I drive a 2019 Subaru Legacy 3.6r and the FACTORY recommendations are 3750 miles or 4 months whatever comes first. Oil changes are cheap insurance to help keep that car running as long as possible. Preventative maintenance is the key to long life.","human_ref_B":"Before your next oil change.  Get an oil analysis kit (I use Blackstone Labs).  They send you a kit, take a small sample and send it in, cost about $30.  It will tell you a few things such as the health of the engine and for your case how much protection in left in the oil.  The nice thing about this is it will relate to your exact car and conditions.    I've done this on a few cars, old and new.  For my girlfriend, she used regular oil and changed it at a year, well below the miles needed.  They said it still had 1-1.5k miles left.  If you want I can dig out a report and post it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12442.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gcss76","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Haven't even driven 1000 miles since my last oil change but it's been months. Should I change the oil anyway? I get mixed answers on this. Some are telling me it's a ploy to get me to spend more and 100% unnecessary if I haven't hit the mileage.  Others are saying it's crucial to change it every three months no matter what.  My vehicle isn't telling me either way (don't we wish they could talk sometimes. )  If it's needed,  I'm in a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT with the Vortec 4200 inline 6. Got about 128,380 miles on it. Next oil change calls for 130,000-something miles but didn't give any particular date. (Or it's faded out.)   It was late December when I got it done, and thanks to being able to take my work truck home, I've maybe put 1000 miles on the Trailblazer.  Trying to keep this SUV as healthy as possible because I actually like it. Even if it is older.","c_root_id_A":"fpepgu4","c_root_id_B":"fpe8lfy","created_at_utc_A":1588552161,"created_at_utc_B":1588542525,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Before your next oil change.  Get an oil analysis kit (I use Blackstone Labs).  They send you a kit, take a small sample and send it in, cost about $30.  It will tell you a few things such as the health of the engine and for your case how much protection in left in the oil.  The nice thing about this is it will relate to your exact car and conditions.    I've done this on a few cars, old and new.  For my girlfriend, she used regular oil and changed it at a year, well below the miles needed.  They said it still had 1-1.5k miles left.  If you want I can dig out a report and post it.","human_ref_B":"When I lived in America I was really surprised at how frequent oil changes were. I'm from the UK and on mineral oil most cars seem to recommend changes every 1 year\/10,000 miles and synthetic is often 2-3 years and 10-15,000 miles. Cars in America do seem to rack up much higher mileage in their lifetime, although I think there are probably other factors behind that. Personally I'd leave it!  &#x200B;  This article on the subject is quite interesting.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9636.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gcss76","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Haven't even driven 1000 miles since my last oil change but it's been months. Should I change the oil anyway? I get mixed answers on this. Some are telling me it's a ploy to get me to spend more and 100% unnecessary if I haven't hit the mileage.  Others are saying it's crucial to change it every three months no matter what.  My vehicle isn't telling me either way (don't we wish they could talk sometimes. )  If it's needed,  I'm in a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT with the Vortec 4200 inline 6. Got about 128,380 miles on it. Next oil change calls for 130,000-something miles but didn't give any particular date. (Or it's faded out.)   It was late December when I got it done, and thanks to being able to take my work truck home, I've maybe put 1000 miles on the Trailblazer.  Trying to keep this SUV as healthy as possible because I actually like it. Even if it is older.","c_root_id_A":"fpepgu4","c_root_id_B":"fpeim7d","created_at_utc_A":1588552161,"created_at_utc_B":1588548266,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Before your next oil change.  Get an oil analysis kit (I use Blackstone Labs).  They send you a kit, take a small sample and send it in, cost about $30.  It will tell you a few things such as the health of the engine and for your case how much protection in left in the oil.  The nice thing about this is it will relate to your exact car and conditions.    I've done this on a few cars, old and new.  For my girlfriend, she used regular oil and changed it at a year, well below the miles needed.  They said it still had 1-1.5k miles left.  If you want I can dig out a report and post it.","human_ref_B":"We have a local dealership that charges $15 for an oil change and $25 for synthetic. They do hundreds a week. I can\u2019t even do it myself for that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3895.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gcss76","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Haven't even driven 1000 miles since my last oil change but it's been months. Should I change the oil anyway? I get mixed answers on this. Some are telling me it's a ploy to get me to spend more and 100% unnecessary if I haven't hit the mileage.  Others are saying it's crucial to change it every three months no matter what.  My vehicle isn't telling me either way (don't we wish they could talk sometimes. )  If it's needed,  I'm in a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT with the Vortec 4200 inline 6. Got about 128,380 miles on it. Next oil change calls for 130,000-something miles but didn't give any particular date. (Or it's faded out.)   It was late December when I got it done, and thanks to being able to take my work truck home, I've maybe put 1000 miles on the Trailblazer.  Trying to keep this SUV as healthy as possible because I actually like it. Even if it is older.","c_root_id_A":"fpejdwz","c_root_id_B":"fpepgu4","created_at_utc_A":1588548693,"created_at_utc_B":1588552161,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Nothing is really set in stone with oil change intervals, i'd say every 6-8 months or 3000 miles, whichever comes first","human_ref_B":"Before your next oil change.  Get an oil analysis kit (I use Blackstone Labs).  They send you a kit, take a small sample and send it in, cost about $30.  It will tell you a few things such as the health of the engine and for your case how much protection in left in the oil.  The nice thing about this is it will relate to your exact car and conditions.    I've done this on a few cars, old and new.  For my girlfriend, she used regular oil and changed it at a year, well below the miles needed.  They said it still had 1-1.5k miles left.  If you want I can dig out a report and post it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3468.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fevhaf3","c_root_id_B":"fevn7vs","created_at_utc_A":1579397423,"created_at_utc_B":1579399245,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Anyone can learn, if you're worried, start practicing on a dirt road. That will limit possible damage. Also, look up youtube videos of you don't know anyone who can teach you.","human_ref_B":"If you want stick shift get it. My parents told me the same thing. My first car was stick and every car after that too since I didn't listen and I'm glad as I really enjoy it. I don't think there is a need for a course. Doing it will be plenty. Also I'm sure you can find someone local to help. Where are you located?  Some info:  Starting from a stop is the hardest and jerkiest. Shifting while moving is the easiest and smoothest. When I first started the hardest thing was stop signs. Coming to a stop and starting over and over on side streets. I won't lie my first couple of weeks I was practically rolling through them. Stop lights are a little nerve racking because it takes a second to go with a stick where the automatic people just jam on the gas so you may get honked at at first.   As far as \"damage\" it's all BS. If you do all gear changes and stick motions with the clutch in you won't do any damage to the transmission. It will be disconnected! I also don't see how people even grind gears and I have tought many people to drive stick. Clutch all the way in, shift into gear, let clutch out, clutch all the way in, shift gears, clutch out. The only \"damage\" would be slipping the clutch a bunch which will only prematurely wear it but not do any major damage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1822.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fevn7vs","c_root_id_B":"fevfm8o","created_at_utc_A":1579399245,"created_at_utc_B":1579396855,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If you want stick shift get it. My parents told me the same thing. My first car was stick and every car after that too since I didn't listen and I'm glad as I really enjoy it. I don't think there is a need for a course. Doing it will be plenty. Also I'm sure you can find someone local to help. Where are you located?  Some info:  Starting from a stop is the hardest and jerkiest. Shifting while moving is the easiest and smoothest. When I first started the hardest thing was stop signs. Coming to a stop and starting over and over on side streets. I won't lie my first couple of weeks I was practically rolling through them. Stop lights are a little nerve racking because it takes a second to go with a stick where the automatic people just jam on the gas so you may get honked at at first.   As far as \"damage\" it's all BS. If you do all gear changes and stick motions with the clutch in you won't do any damage to the transmission. It will be disconnected! I also don't see how people even grind gears and I have tought many people to drive stick. Clutch all the way in, shift into gear, let clutch out, clutch all the way in, shift gears, clutch out. The only \"damage\" would be slipping the clutch a bunch which will only prematurely wear it but not do any major damage.","human_ref_B":"If you can start moving without stalling, it's clutch in, change gear, clutch out.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2390.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fevhaf3","c_root_id_B":"fevfm8o","created_at_utc_A":1579397423,"created_at_utc_B":1579396855,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Anyone can learn, if you're worried, start practicing on a dirt road. That will limit possible damage. Also, look up youtube videos of you don't know anyone who can teach you.","human_ref_B":"If you can start moving without stalling, it's clutch in, change gear, clutch out.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":568.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"few534r","c_root_id_B":"fewcqka","created_at_utc_A":1579405507,"created_at_utc_B":1579408471,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"All good advice out here, depending on if you\u2019re local to Dallas area I\u2019d offer to teach you just to add one more to our numbers","human_ref_B":"It sounds like he doesn\u2019t know how to drive a manual transmission car, and won\u2019t admit he cannot teach how to do it. As long as you push the clutch pedal in and get off the accelerator if you are having a problem you are coasting. Then ease back into gear, starting from one lower than you were in.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2964.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fevw2qm","c_root_id_B":"few534r","created_at_utc_A":1579402166,"created_at_utc_B":1579405507,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Everyone learns different.  My way when I was younger was to learn exactly how the inner workings of a clutch. That way I understood what was and what should be happening... And then I just bought a car.  I was real bad for a day or two.  Then I was fine.  Then took track lessons 8 years later and learned way more than I knew was possible with a clutch.   I'd say jump right in, and don't expect to be launching a drag car right away.","human_ref_B":"All good advice out here, depending on if you\u2019re local to Dallas area I\u2019d offer to teach you just to add one more to our numbers","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3341.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fewcqka","c_root_id_B":"fevw2qm","created_at_utc_A":1579408471,"created_at_utc_B":1579402166,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It sounds like he doesn\u2019t know how to drive a manual transmission car, and won\u2019t admit he cannot teach how to do it. As long as you push the clutch pedal in and get off the accelerator if you are having a problem you are coasting. Then ease back into gear, starting from one lower than you were in.","human_ref_B":"Everyone learns different.  My way when I was younger was to learn exactly how the inner workings of a clutch. That way I understood what was and what should be happening... And then I just bought a car.  I was real bad for a day or two.  Then I was fine.  Then took track lessons 8 years later and learned way more than I knew was possible with a clutch.   I'd say jump right in, and don't expect to be launching a drag car right away.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6305.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fewe57f","c_root_id_B":"fevw2qm","created_at_utc_A":1579409080,"created_at_utc_B":1579402166,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"$700? Jesus, you could replace the clutch for that much money.","human_ref_B":"Everyone learns different.  My way when I was younger was to learn exactly how the inner workings of a clutch. That way I understood what was and what should be happening... And then I just bought a car.  I was real bad for a day or two.  Then I was fine.  Then took track lessons 8 years later and learned way more than I knew was possible with a clutch.   I'd say jump right in, and don't expect to be launching a drag car right away.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6914.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"eqoojd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What is the best approach to learning stick? So me and my dad got into an argument about me wanting to learn stick. I want to buy a manual car and then to learn how to drive stick. He says that I will break the gearbox\/discs and it will be very costly for me so getting a car without having experience in manual. I can start off the car from the first gear, but I have no skills in shifting gears. The courses in my town for learning stick cost 700$ which I do not think worth it. What would be my best approach in this situation? Will it actually be that costly for me to learn it on my own vehicle?   Thank you for the answers in advance.","c_root_id_A":"fewdk0u","c_root_id_B":"fewe57f","created_at_utc_A":1579408801,"created_at_utc_B":1579409080,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"This is by far the best explanation on how to drive stick:  https:\/\/www.cartalk.com\/content\/learn-drive-stick-3  The key to their method is to begin by *not using the gas* from a start in 1st gear. One would think that this would place lots of extra stress on the clutch, but it really doesn't.   Shouldn't take long and the beginner will be starting to get a feel for that clutch engagement point. After that, it's about introducing the throttle and a faster release with the left foot.   Taught both of my daughters and my friend's wife with my Miata. It still had the original clutch when I sold it at 125k mi.","human_ref_B":"$700? Jesus, you could replace the clutch for that much money.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":279.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dtw53v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is the purpose of the hump in the middle of the back seat's leg space in a front wheel drive? I have a 2003 lancer es ch.","c_root_id_A":"f6zbbf7","c_root_id_B":"f6zl8z8","created_at_utc_A":1573313993,"created_at_utc_B":1573318141,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"They use it for the exhaust but in the Lancer's case it's cheaper to keep that for the Evo I guess","human_ref_B":"The Lancer is also available in AWD. It makes it cheaper to have a single layout for the floorpan for both versions.  Another example is the first gen Focus. It was also used in WRC in AWD spec, so the FWD version used the same tunnel to tuck the exhaust up into the floor area, making the underside of the car flatter so it could be lower and have less drag.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4148.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5sa5ul","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why are V6, V8, and V12 engines popular, but V10 engines aren't? V6 and V8 engines are used for a majority of cars. A lot of super\/hyper\/luxury cars have V12 engines, but very few have V10 engines. Why is this?  To be more clear about the numbers this wikipedia article lists nearly 100 V12 road cars. This wikipedia article however lists only 23 cars as V10 road cars.","c_root_id_A":"dddkck1","c_root_id_B":"dddkik7","created_at_utc_A":1486336953,"created_at_utc_B":1486337180,"score_A":5,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"In the second article, first sentence it loosely explains why.","human_ref_B":"Very common truck engine for a number of years. Ford and Dodge both had v10s for awhile. The Ford v10 is one of my favourite engines ever. Putting one in my f150 soon. It was not to two straight fives, it was a v8 with two cylinders slapped on the end.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":227.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4x22g6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What's the deal with flat-bottomed steering wheels? I've seen videos over and over again that mention flat bottomed steering wheels, companies bragging about their car having a flat-bottomed steering wheel, people complaining they don't, etc, etc...  So what's the deal with them? I mean, they look a bit sportier, but are there any advantages to them?","c_root_id_A":"d6bt7qa","c_root_id_B":"d6brqo1","created_at_utc_A":1470838616,"created_at_utc_B":1470836336,"score_A":27,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"In actual sports cars, it's to make it easier to get in\/out without hitting the wheel with your legs, as well as not hitting your knees when turning the wheel.   In other cars it's just for style. There's so much room in the cabin that they aren't really needed.","human_ref_B":"More leg room when the wheel is straight.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2280.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpfonf","c_root_id_B":"hwpaq5j","created_at_utc_A":1644706939,"created_at_utc_B":1644704863,"score_A":21,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Are you absolutely, positively sure that you and your car will not need to travel to a colder climate?","human_ref_B":"Water works technically even better than coolant because it heats up faster to operating temperature, but as the person before me commented, coolant lubricates the system, so it's better to invest in some coolant than to replace the water pump after some time. But if you have a leak and are stranded somewhere, water works just fine to get home","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2076.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpaq5j","c_root_id_B":"hwpimzu","created_at_utc_A":1644704863,"created_at_utc_B":1644708204,"score_A":3,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Water works technically even better than coolant because it heats up faster to operating temperature, but as the person before me commented, coolant lubricates the system, so it's better to invest in some coolant than to replace the water pump after some time. But if you have a leak and are stranded somewhere, water works just fine to get home","human_ref_B":"Coolant lubricates the water pump, conditions the seals, and inhibits corrosion.  If you live in a warm climate, it is perfectly safe to use 70\/30 or 80\/20 water\/coolant mix instead of the usual 50\/50 mix.  Also, it's best to use distilled water instead of hose water, as it is much less corrosive to the internal components.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3341.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwqfqzt","c_root_id_B":"hwpr0fh","created_at_utc_A":1644723480,"created_at_utc_B":1644711871,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","human_ref_B":"From what I know distilled water is still capable of corroding components. Not as easily, but its still water.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11609.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpyvzg","c_root_id_B":"hwqfqzt","created_at_utc_A":1644715506,"created_at_utc_B":1644723480,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Wait... antifreeze and coolant aren't the same things?   Anyways antifreeze\/ coolant expands the temperatures the water stays liquid,  a properly mixed anticoolantfreeze will boil at a higher temperature and freeze at a colder temperature then either 100% coolant or 100% water.  And yes you could \"get away\" with just water for a while, but it will eventually fail and you'll have more problems","human_ref_B":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7974.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpaq5j","c_root_id_B":"hwqfqzt","created_at_utc_A":1644704863,"created_at_utc_B":1644723480,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Water works technically even better than coolant because it heats up faster to operating temperature, but as the person before me commented, coolant lubricates the system, so it's better to invest in some coolant than to replace the water pump after some time. But if you have a leak and are stranded somewhere, water works just fine to get home","human_ref_B":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18617.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpqwsw","c_root_id_B":"hwqfqzt","created_at_utc_A":1644711824,"created_at_utc_B":1644723480,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Always use antifreeze. It will have additional additives to prevent corrosion and also has a higher boiling point than distilled water.","human_ref_B":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11656.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwq4vod","c_root_id_B":"hwqfqzt","created_at_utc_A":1644718309,"created_at_utc_B":1644723480,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Just get anti-freeze.  It's cheap and you never know where you and your car are going to wind up, much less what the weather will be like.  You will likely forget and freeze up your cooling system.  The $5 you save just isn't worth the headache of dealing with a frozen engine.","human_ref_B":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5171.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwqfqzt","c_root_id_B":"hwq9bm1","created_at_utc_A":1644723480,"created_at_utc_B":1644720353,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","human_ref_B":"if you're dead set on running straight water, pick up some \"water wetter\" from autozone or whatever local parts store you have, it adds additives to the water that help with corrosion and lubrication while having the composition be water based and not ethylene glycol. technically safer for the environment and also that's what people run for trackdays\/time attack since pure water isn't as slippery as antifreeze","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3127.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwqfqzt","c_root_id_B":"hwq5i1r","created_at_utc_A":1644723480,"created_at_utc_B":1644718601,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Coolant has:   - A higher boiling point than water   - Anti-corrosion additives   - Anti-freeze additives   - Additives to prevent cavitation    So no you shouldn't just use distilled water unless it is an emergency.","human_ref_B":"Definitely yes!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4879.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpaq5j","c_root_id_B":"hwpr0fh","created_at_utc_A":1644704863,"created_at_utc_B":1644711871,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Water works technically even better than coolant because it heats up faster to operating temperature, but as the person before me commented, coolant lubricates the system, so it's better to invest in some coolant than to replace the water pump after some time. But if you have a leak and are stranded somewhere, water works just fine to get home","human_ref_B":"From what I know distilled water is still capable of corroding components. Not as easily, but its still water.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7008.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpr0fh","c_root_id_B":"hwpqwsw","created_at_utc_A":1644711871,"created_at_utc_B":1644711824,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"From what I know distilled water is still capable of corroding components. Not as easily, but its still water.","human_ref_B":"Always use antifreeze. It will have additional additives to prevent corrosion and also has a higher boiling point than distilled water.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":47.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpaq5j","c_root_id_B":"hwpyvzg","created_at_utc_A":1644704863,"created_at_utc_B":1644715506,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Water works technically even better than coolant because it heats up faster to operating temperature, but as the person before me commented, coolant lubricates the system, so it's better to invest in some coolant than to replace the water pump after some time. But if you have a leak and are stranded somewhere, water works just fine to get home","human_ref_B":"Wait... antifreeze and coolant aren't the same things?   Anyways antifreeze\/ coolant expands the temperatures the water stays liquid,  a properly mixed anticoolantfreeze will boil at a higher temperature and freeze at a colder temperature then either 100% coolant or 100% water.  And yes you could \"get away\" with just water for a while, but it will eventually fail and you'll have more problems","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10643.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwpqwsw","c_root_id_B":"hwpyvzg","created_at_utc_A":1644711824,"created_at_utc_B":1644715506,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Always use antifreeze. It will have additional additives to prevent corrosion and also has a higher boiling point than distilled water.","human_ref_B":"Wait... antifreeze and coolant aren't the same things?   Anyways antifreeze\/ coolant expands the temperatures the water stays liquid,  a properly mixed anticoolantfreeze will boil at a higher temperature and freeze at a colder temperature then either 100% coolant or 100% water.  And yes you could \"get away\" with just water for a while, but it will eventually fail and you'll have more problems","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3682.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwqk4ep","c_root_id_B":"hwq5i1r","created_at_utc_A":1644725695,"created_at_utc_B":1644718601,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The only reason you would run straight water is if you were on a race track - as a means to reduce the risk to yourself and other drivers if you have a leak as it is easier for track staff to clean up.","human_ref_B":"Definitely yes!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7094.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwq5i1r","c_root_id_B":"hwq9bm1","created_at_utc_A":1644718601,"created_at_utc_B":1644720353,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Definitely yes!","human_ref_B":"if you're dead set on running straight water, pick up some \"water wetter\" from autozone or whatever local parts store you have, it adds additives to the water that help with corrosion and lubrication while having the composition be water based and not ethylene glycol. technically safer for the environment and also that's what people run for trackdays\/time attack since pure water isn't as slippery as antifreeze","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1752.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sr2g6d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you live in a warm climate where it never freezes, do you still need Antifreeze in your coolant? Are there any other \"important\" additives in the Coolant mix you buy at the store? Or could you get away with just filling it up with distilled water?","c_root_id_A":"hwq5i1r","c_root_id_B":"hwqjm09","created_at_utc_A":1644718601,"created_at_utc_B":1644725432,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Definitely yes!","human_ref_B":"yes you still need antifreeze. the reason being its to protects the aluminium parts to stop the just water from making them internelly pitting and rotting it from he inside out.  &#x200B;  if its a car you dont care about and your flicking it on. then use water.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6831.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s4vhqy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can running my car once an hour for warmth do damage to it? Work has me out in my car all night, and it's cold out. If I start the car and let it idle for a while to warm up every so often, what kinda damage am I doing? It's a '12 Mazda 3.","c_root_id_A":"hstvtm9","c_root_id_B":"hsv4868","created_at_utc_A":1642289174,"created_at_utc_B":1642308761,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"No damage, just additional wear on the engine that isnt obviously shown through the odometer. If you much prefer sitting in a warm car, go ahead and let it idle. If you can handle sitting in a cold ass car, then driving it at low rpms until its warm is slightly better for the car.","human_ref_B":"If you're doing something like security where you're not moving much, beyond getting something warm for your core, invest in a nice pair of heated glove liners like these.  If you keep your core and your fingers heated, you might find you don't need to heat your car at all.  I suggest heated liners instead of full gloves like what Milwaukee offers because it allows you to keep most of your dexterity, plus it works on phone screens.  You can still slip a leather glove over top for durability when needed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19587.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"s4vhqy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can running my car once an hour for warmth do damage to it? Work has me out in my car all night, and it's cold out. If I start the car and let it idle for a while to warm up every so often, what kinda damage am I doing? It's a '12 Mazda 3.","c_root_id_A":"hsudrgm","c_root_id_B":"hsv4868","created_at_utc_A":1642296727,"created_at_utc_B":1642308761,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Worst case is doing that for a few years will reduce the lifetime of your engine, but you don't have an extremely expensive engine anyway. If it's between that and freezing your ass off, I say do it. Just change your oil much sooner than you would otherwise.","human_ref_B":"If you're doing something like security where you're not moving much, beyond getting something warm for your core, invest in a nice pair of heated glove liners like these.  If you keep your core and your fingers heated, you might find you don't need to heat your car at all.  I suggest heated liners instead of full gloves like what Milwaukee offers because it allows you to keep most of your dexterity, plus it works on phone screens.  You can still slip a leather glove over top for durability when needed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12034.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s4vhqy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can running my car once an hour for warmth do damage to it? Work has me out in my car all night, and it's cold out. If I start the car and let it idle for a while to warm up every so often, what kinda damage am I doing? It's a '12 Mazda 3.","c_root_id_A":"hsujs20","c_root_id_B":"hsv4868","created_at_utc_A":1642299293,"created_at_utc_B":1642308761,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"no as there is no load on the engine. does give your car high idle hours like cop cars do","human_ref_B":"If you're doing something like security where you're not moving much, beyond getting something warm for your core, invest in a nice pair of heated glove liners like these.  If you keep your core and your fingers heated, you might find you don't need to heat your car at all.  I suggest heated liners instead of full gloves like what Milwaukee offers because it allows you to keep most of your dexterity, plus it works on phone screens.  You can still slip a leather glove over top for durability when needed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9468.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"s4vhqy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can running my car once an hour for warmth do damage to it? Work has me out in my car all night, and it's cold out. If I start the car and let it idle for a while to warm up every so often, what kinda damage am I doing? It's a '12 Mazda 3.","c_root_id_A":"hsuoowf","c_root_id_B":"hsv4868","created_at_utc_A":1642301361,"created_at_utc_B":1642308761,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Short answer, no. You won't do anything in one night that will have any effect on your ownership.","human_ref_B":"If you're doing something like security where you're not moving much, beyond getting something warm for your core, invest in a nice pair of heated glove liners like these.  If you keep your core and your fingers heated, you might find you don't need to heat your car at all.  I suggest heated liners instead of full gloves like what Milwaukee offers because it allows you to keep most of your dexterity, plus it works on phone screens.  You can still slip a leather glove over top for durability when needed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7400.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"s4vhqy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can running my car once an hour for warmth do damage to it? Work has me out in my car all night, and it's cold out. If I start the car and let it idle for a while to warm up every so often, what kinda damage am I doing? It's a '12 Mazda 3.","c_root_id_A":"hsv4868","c_root_id_B":"hsv1uxu","created_at_utc_A":1642308761,"created_at_utc_B":1642307496,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you're doing something like security where you're not moving much, beyond getting something warm for your core, invest in a nice pair of heated glove liners like these.  If you keep your core and your fingers heated, you might find you don't need to heat your car at all.  I suggest heated liners instead of full gloves like what Milwaukee offers because it allows you to keep most of your dexterity, plus it works on phone screens.  You can still slip a leather glove over top for durability when needed.","human_ref_B":"Yes, but also no.   I won't belabor the fuel use. The big problem with these sorts of duty cycles is that the oil never really gets warm enough. Oh, it lubricates just fine at the lower temperature, but combustion creates water, and that water accumulates in the oil and doesn't have a chance to boil off as it does with normal operation. Same problem occurs with cars only seeing short city trips.   If you remove your oil cap in the winter and see a milkshake-like grease, that's water emulsified in the oil.   So, if you need to do this long idle, get the car good & hot at least once a week. If your commute has you out on the highway for a 20 mile cruise, perfect. That'll do it too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1265.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"qbjfhd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Engines can be swapped, but can transmissions be swapped ? Ok so I definitely know transmissions can be swapped, but more specifically:  Can I use any transmission for any engine? How do I go about finding out what transmissions can fit my engine? I have an AMC 4.0 Cherokee with a 4 speed auto and was wondering if something like Ford's 10 speed can be put into my car. Is this just as difficult as doing an engine swap?","c_root_id_A":"hha7kho","c_root_id_B":"hhac4dp","created_at_utc_A":1634678328,"created_at_utc_B":1634680266,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019d need to research it, popular engines like a Chevy 350 have adapter plates for the bell housing that are ready made. The legendary AMC 4.0 might have something like that. The problem is newer transmissions like the Ford 10 speed have computers and other electronic bits that make it difficult. That sounds like it would be a very custom (expensive) job unless there\u2019s some kind of kit for it.","human_ref_B":"You better have deep pockets to do a 10-speed swap. And a lot of patience.   The ONLY reason Ford and GM developed a 10-speed auto is because they wanted the advantages of a CVT, without all the bullshit associated with a CVT.   A good 4-speed is all you need, and anything more than six gears in an automotive application is masturbatory.   Spend your money elsewhere.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1938.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"pnr4c2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I fix my dad's old bimmer? My dad has a 1993 BMW 740i E32 with 120K miles that I've become pretty attached to since I grew up riding in it. It currently cannot not able to go into reverse, and a local shop has quoted around 5K to completely rebuild the transmission. I think the issue is just with the valve body based on what I've read on the bimmer forums.    Fixing it will cost significantly more than what the car is worth, and I'm sure the upkeep on an old luxury boat is a black hole for money pit. I understand that this is a pretty sub-optimal decision in terms of finances. However, I do love the styling of E32s, and it would be pretty awesome to get to drive the E32 again - the last time I was in it was like highschool.   Is it a horrible idea to keep the BMW alive and not just send it to the scrap yard? Have any of you guys attempted to keep an old 7 series up and running? Any recommendation for mechanics in the bay area? Can someone talk me into or out of it?","c_root_id_A":"hcr7edd","c_root_id_B":"hcrb2w9","created_at_utc_A":1631576629,"created_at_utc_B":1631578368,"score_A":2,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Man that's a tough call, especially when it comes to sentimental value. It's possible it is the valve body. But replacing it could be the final nail in the coffin and no it's probably not worth putting 5k into. If it were mine I would consider getting rid of it or even maybe getting some other quotes to see if it might bring the price down of the repair. I hope good luck to you though.","human_ref_B":"If you are gonna keep it, forget its value in dollars. Project cars arent about financial sense  its generally about liking the car. Now e32s dont have a huge following but there should be a couple forums out there for em. First thing is finding out why it was parked in the first place, and accepting that things have only gotten worse since it was. Ive had a few e30s, e36s and such over the years and old bmws can be a blast to drive but you gotta know what youre getting into at this age.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1739.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"pnr4c2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I fix my dad's old bimmer? My dad has a 1993 BMW 740i E32 with 120K miles that I've become pretty attached to since I grew up riding in it. It currently cannot not able to go into reverse, and a local shop has quoted around 5K to completely rebuild the transmission. I think the issue is just with the valve body based on what I've read on the bimmer forums.    Fixing it will cost significantly more than what the car is worth, and I'm sure the upkeep on an old luxury boat is a black hole for money pit. I understand that this is a pretty sub-optimal decision in terms of finances. However, I do love the styling of E32s, and it would be pretty awesome to get to drive the E32 again - the last time I was in it was like highschool.   Is it a horrible idea to keep the BMW alive and not just send it to the scrap yard? Have any of you guys attempted to keep an old 7 series up and running? Any recommendation for mechanics in the bay area? Can someone talk me into or out of it?","c_root_id_A":"hcr9g9i","c_root_id_B":"hcrb2w9","created_at_utc_A":1631577607,"created_at_utc_B":1631578368,"score_A":2,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"The only way this makes any kind of sense, assuming you don't have a whole lot of disposable income, would be for this to become a project car you work on yourself. You could take it to a mechanic for something difficult like that transmission, but most of it should be a learning experience. There's likely a lot you can do on the car before you get to the point you need expert help, so try some things and see if it's for you before you invest a lot of money in it.  ChrisFix on YouTube is an excellent resource. I usually started with his videos, then found one specific to my vehicle for the same procedure. I also strongly recommend getting a Haynes repair manual for that car. Finally, buy the cheap version of all your tools at Harbor Freight or Walmart, and then get the good version if it breaks. The exception to this (and this is important) is anything that separates the car from the ground, like ramps, jacks, and jack stands (you definitely need those).  Many tools can be rented from AutoZone or similar.  If you don't want to make a hobby of it, I wouldn't bother with this car.","human_ref_B":"If you are gonna keep it, forget its value in dollars. Project cars arent about financial sense  its generally about liking the car. Now e32s dont have a huge following but there should be a couple forums out there for em. First thing is finding out why it was parked in the first place, and accepting that things have only gotten worse since it was. Ive had a few e30s, e36s and such over the years and old bmws can be a blast to drive but you gotta know what youre getting into at this age.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":761.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"pnr4c2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I fix my dad's old bimmer? My dad has a 1993 BMW 740i E32 with 120K miles that I've become pretty attached to since I grew up riding in it. It currently cannot not able to go into reverse, and a local shop has quoted around 5K to completely rebuild the transmission. I think the issue is just with the valve body based on what I've read on the bimmer forums.    Fixing it will cost significantly more than what the car is worth, and I'm sure the upkeep on an old luxury boat is a black hole for money pit. I understand that this is a pretty sub-optimal decision in terms of finances. However, I do love the styling of E32s, and it would be pretty awesome to get to drive the E32 again - the last time I was in it was like highschool.   Is it a horrible idea to keep the BMW alive and not just send it to the scrap yard? Have any of you guys attempted to keep an old 7 series up and running? Any recommendation for mechanics in the bay area? Can someone talk me into or out of it?","c_root_id_A":"hcr7edd","c_root_id_B":"hcrhawp","created_at_utc_A":1631576629,"created_at_utc_B":1631581204,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Man that's a tough call, especially when it comes to sentimental value. It's possible it is the valve body. But replacing it could be the final nail in the coffin and no it's probably not worth putting 5k into. If it were mine I would consider getting rid of it or even maybe getting some other quotes to see if it might bring the price down of the repair. I hope good luck to you though.","human_ref_B":"Not as an only car. You are likely to spend months waiting on expensive parts to be shipped over from germany. I would expect $2-5k of repairs every year.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4575.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"pnr4c2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Should I fix my dad's old bimmer? My dad has a 1993 BMW 740i E32 with 120K miles that I've become pretty attached to since I grew up riding in it. It currently cannot not able to go into reverse, and a local shop has quoted around 5K to completely rebuild the transmission. I think the issue is just with the valve body based on what I've read on the bimmer forums.    Fixing it will cost significantly more than what the car is worth, and I'm sure the upkeep on an old luxury boat is a black hole for money pit. I understand that this is a pretty sub-optimal decision in terms of finances. However, I do love the styling of E32s, and it would be pretty awesome to get to drive the E32 again - the last time I was in it was like highschool.   Is it a horrible idea to keep the BMW alive and not just send it to the scrap yard? Have any of you guys attempted to keep an old 7 series up and running? Any recommendation for mechanics in the bay area? Can someone talk me into or out of it?","c_root_id_A":"hcr9g9i","c_root_id_B":"hcrhawp","created_at_utc_A":1631577607,"created_at_utc_B":1631581204,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"The only way this makes any kind of sense, assuming you don't have a whole lot of disposable income, would be for this to become a project car you work on yourself. You could take it to a mechanic for something difficult like that transmission, but most of it should be a learning experience. There's likely a lot you can do on the car before you get to the point you need expert help, so try some things and see if it's for you before you invest a lot of money in it.  ChrisFix on YouTube is an excellent resource. I usually started with his videos, then found one specific to my vehicle for the same procedure. I also strongly recommend getting a Haynes repair manual for that car. Finally, buy the cheap version of all your tools at Harbor Freight or Walmart, and then get the good version if it breaks. The exception to this (and this is important) is anything that separates the car from the ground, like ramps, jacks, and jack stands (you definitely need those).  Many tools can be rented from AutoZone or similar.  If you don't want to make a hobby of it, I wouldn't bother with this car.","human_ref_B":"Not as an only car. You are likely to spend months waiting on expensive parts to be shipped over from germany. I would expect $2-5k of repairs every year.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3597.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"pen8wj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it normal for mechanic shops to refuse to install bolt on mods??? I\u2019m living in a new town now and wanted to get a aftermarket downpipe installed on my car. I don\u2019t have the tools to do it so I called a mechanic shop in my town. It\u2019s about an hour job so I figured I can just give them 100 bucks or something to put it on real quick. He asked if it was a \u201cperformance upgrade\u201d I said yes. And he said \u201cthey don\u2019t deal with performance upgrades it\u2019s too much of a risk.\u201d Can someone explain what that means, never heard of a shop refusing to do this.  Edit: obviously they have the right to, I\u2019m not complaining, just confused as to why they would turn away the money is all","c_root_id_A":"hayntd1","c_root_id_B":"haypzwy","created_at_utc_A":1630349946,"created_at_utc_B":1630350849,"score_A":5,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Go to a performance\/tuning shop.","human_ref_B":"\"why won't you alter the federally mandated smog equipment risking your entire livelihood for a crisp 100\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":903.0,"score_ratio":4.8}
{"post_id":"pen8wj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is it normal for mechanic shops to refuse to install bolt on mods??? I\u2019m living in a new town now and wanted to get a aftermarket downpipe installed on my car. I don\u2019t have the tools to do it so I called a mechanic shop in my town. It\u2019s about an hour job so I figured I can just give them 100 bucks or something to put it on real quick. He asked if it was a \u201cperformance upgrade\u201d I said yes. And he said \u201cthey don\u2019t deal with performance upgrades it\u2019s too much of a risk.\u201d Can someone explain what that means, never heard of a shop refusing to do this.  Edit: obviously they have the right to, I\u2019m not complaining, just confused as to why they would turn away the money is all","c_root_id_A":"haypzwy","c_root_id_B":"hayojhi","created_at_utc_A":1630350849,"created_at_utc_B":1630350247,"score_A":24,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"\"why won't you alter the federally mandated smog equipment risking your entire livelihood for a crisp 100\"","human_ref_B":"Yes it's normal because aftermarket stuff never fits right and can cause problems that the shop doesn't want to take the blame for.  Edit: and if it's quick and easy, just do the shit yourself","labels":1,"seconds_difference":602.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"ont12o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Can i replace the MPH speedometer in my car with a different speedometer in knots? See title","c_root_id_A":"h5u5bq5","c_root_id_B":"h5u4pvr","created_at_utc_A":1626753570,"created_at_utc_B":1626753219,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Easier to do it the old-fashioned way and pay a knotted rope out of the window, counting the number passing through your hands.","human_ref_B":"What kind of car is it?   You could get another gauge cluster from the junk yard, figure out how to take it apart, and then replace the plastic gauge faces with some of your own. Might be able to do something cool with a printer and some transparency sheets. Spray the backside of the sheet with a light mist of spray paint to make the clear parts (with no print) opaque so the light still comes through.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":351.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ont12o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Can i replace the MPH speedometer in my car with a different speedometer in knots? See title","c_root_id_A":"h5u4pvr","c_root_id_B":"h5v7gon","created_at_utc_A":1626753219,"created_at_utc_B":1626783345,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What kind of car is it?   You could get another gauge cluster from the junk yard, figure out how to take it apart, and then replace the plastic gauge faces with some of your own. Might be able to do something cool with a printer and some transparency sheets. Spray the backside of the sheet with a light mist of spray paint to make the clear parts (with no print) opaque so the light still comes through.","human_ref_B":"Replacing the face of the gauge is the best way to do this. Its pretty common for imported cars that only have KPH to put in a new face with MPH. What car did you wish to sail in?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30126.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ont12o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Can i replace the MPH speedometer in my car with a different speedometer in knots? See title","c_root_id_A":"h5v7gon","c_root_id_B":"h5u5t4n","created_at_utc_A":1626783345,"created_at_utc_B":1626753852,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Replacing the face of the gauge is the best way to do this. Its pretty common for imported cars that only have KPH to put in a new face with MPH. What car did you wish to sail in?","human_ref_B":"Sure, but it won't be accurate","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29493.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ont12o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Can i replace the MPH speedometer in my car with a different speedometer in knots? See title","c_root_id_A":"h5u4pvr","c_root_id_B":"h5ui4xm","created_at_utc_A":1626753219,"created_at_utc_B":1626762437,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What kind of car is it?   You could get another gauge cluster from the junk yard, figure out how to take it apart, and then replace the plastic gauge faces with some of your own. Might be able to do something cool with a printer and some transparency sheets. Spray the backside of the sheet with a light mist of spray paint to make the clear parts (with no print) opaque so the light still comes through.","human_ref_B":"Absolutely you can. You\u2019ll also need a working speedometer in clear view to make your pirate-mobile street legal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9218.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ont12o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Can i replace the MPH speedometer in my car with a different speedometer in knots? See title","c_root_id_A":"h5ui4xm","c_root_id_B":"h5u5t4n","created_at_utc_A":1626762437,"created_at_utc_B":1626753852,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Absolutely you can. You\u2019ll also need a working speedometer in clear view to make your pirate-mobile street legal.","human_ref_B":"Sure, but it won't be accurate","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8585.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"nkcxmp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can I trust Walmart tires (if they have good reviews)? I need some tires for a 2010 Scion TC I just bought. Really not looking to spend more than $60-$70 per tire. I found some Starfire tires for $60\/tire that are rated pretty highly. I just don't know if I want to trust tires from Walmart, as I've been told by some to avoid Walmart tires like the plague.   Here's a link to the tires: https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/ip\/Starfire-WR-All-Season-215-45R17-91-W-Car-Tire\/683077196  Rated 4.7\/5 with over 100 reviews seems pretty good, but I'd like some insight from people who know more about cars than I do, I appreciate any advice\/recommendations.","c_root_id_A":"gzct33o","c_root_id_B":"gzc85sa","created_at_utc_A":1621916081,"created_at_utc_B":1621904495,"score_A":18,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"They're fine, with caviats.   They're fine in that they're safe. They won't blow up on you going down the road any more than any other tire will.    They likely will be a nightmare to balance, they may ride terribly, they may not perform great in the winter (don't know where you are but here in New Hampshire that's a big consideration).    Tires are the only thing in contact with the road.  Theyre the last place to cheap out.  Buy used name brand tires if you can.  Source : been a tech for many years now.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like you already know the answer. Better to get good tires... Safer, way cheap in the long run","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11586.0,"score_ratio":2.5714285714}
{"post_id":"nkcxmp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can I trust Walmart tires (if they have good reviews)? I need some tires for a 2010 Scion TC I just bought. Really not looking to spend more than $60-$70 per tire. I found some Starfire tires for $60\/tire that are rated pretty highly. I just don't know if I want to trust tires from Walmart, as I've been told by some to avoid Walmart tires like the plague.   Here's a link to the tires: https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/ip\/Starfire-WR-All-Season-215-45R17-91-W-Car-Tire\/683077196  Rated 4.7\/5 with over 100 reviews seems pretty good, but I'd like some insight from people who know more about cars than I do, I appreciate any advice\/recommendations.","c_root_id_A":"gzct33o","c_root_id_B":"gzcca1l","created_at_utc_A":1621916081,"created_at_utc_B":1621906644,"score_A":18,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"They're fine, with caviats.   They're fine in that they're safe. They won't blow up on you going down the road any more than any other tire will.    They likely will be a nightmare to balance, they may ride terribly, they may not perform great in the winter (don't know where you are but here in New Hampshire that's a big consideration).    Tires are the only thing in contact with the road.  Theyre the last place to cheap out.  Buy used name brand tires if you can.  Source : been a tech for many years now.","human_ref_B":"look up \"used tire outlet near me\" on google. i get used tires and can drive on them for a year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9437.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nkcxmp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can I trust Walmart tires (if they have good reviews)? I need some tires for a 2010 Scion TC I just bought. Really not looking to spend more than $60-$70 per tire. I found some Starfire tires for $60\/tire that are rated pretty highly. I just don't know if I want to trust tires from Walmart, as I've been told by some to avoid Walmart tires like the plague.   Here's a link to the tires: https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/ip\/Starfire-WR-All-Season-215-45R17-91-W-Car-Tire\/683077196  Rated 4.7\/5 with over 100 reviews seems pretty good, but I'd like some insight from people who know more about cars than I do, I appreciate any advice\/recommendations.","c_root_id_A":"gzct33o","c_root_id_B":"gzcl5ah","created_at_utc_A":1621916081,"created_at_utc_B":1621911350,"score_A":18,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"They're fine, with caviats.   They're fine in that they're safe. They won't blow up on you going down the road any more than any other tire will.    They likely will be a nightmare to balance, they may ride terribly, they may not perform great in the winter (don't know where you are but here in New Hampshire that's a big consideration).    Tires are the only thing in contact with the road.  Theyre the last place to cheap out.  Buy used name brand tires if you can.  Source : been a tech for many years now.","human_ref_B":"They'll probably be fine. About half of the cars I see on the road are fitted with cheaper chinese tires. Just drive sanely, especially in the rain, and you'll probably be fine. They probably won't last as long as more expensive tires, and also might get louder as they age.  What you want to watch out for at Walmart is them screwing up in the installation somehow, particularly over torquing your lug nuts.  If you have any way to check that once you get your car back that would be good. Again, it will *probably* be fine. Probably.   Actually looking at your link, those tires appear to be made by Cooper which is a good brand. Walmart's Douglas tires are made by Goodyear and seem to have a good following for cheap tires.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4731.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"nkcxmp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can I trust Walmart tires (if they have good reviews)? I need some tires for a 2010 Scion TC I just bought. Really not looking to spend more than $60-$70 per tire. I found some Starfire tires for $60\/tire that are rated pretty highly. I just don't know if I want to trust tires from Walmart, as I've been told by some to avoid Walmart tires like the plague.   Here's a link to the tires: https:\/\/www.walmart.com\/ip\/Starfire-WR-All-Season-215-45R17-91-W-Car-Tire\/683077196  Rated 4.7\/5 with over 100 reviews seems pretty good, but I'd like some insight from people who know more about cars than I do, I appreciate any advice\/recommendations.","c_root_id_A":"gzct33o","c_root_id_B":"gzci742","created_at_utc_A":1621916081,"created_at_utc_B":1621909758,"score_A":18,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"They're fine, with caviats.   They're fine in that they're safe. They won't blow up on you going down the road any more than any other tire will.    They likely will be a nightmare to balance, they may ride terribly, they may not perform great in the winter (don't know where you are but here in New Hampshire that's a big consideration).    Tires are the only thing in contact with the road.  Theyre the last place to cheap out.  Buy used name brand tires if you can.  Source : been a tech for many years now.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s unclear.  I worked in the tire industry for some years, and on the lower end, sometimes the really cheap tires actually performed better than the Goodyear\u2019s or Pirellis or Firestones.  I drove a 24 Hours of Lemons race on Walmart tires specifically because they had low grip and were cheap, but they held up relatively OK.   It\u2019s a bit of a crapshoot, and I wish they\u2019d label tires by performance in the US like they do in other places. If you want to be on the safe side, go upmarket name brand.  But there is like a 75% chance they\u2019re totally fine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6323.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"l7z9dr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is there much difference between cheap and expensive wheel alignments? I'm getting new tires tomorrow, and I plan to get a 4-wheel alignment shortly after. I'm wondering if the \u2248$40 alignment I could buy on Groupon would be about the same as the $100+ alignment from my regular\/trusted\/expensive mechanic.  Does \"you get what you pay for\" tend to hold true for wheel alignments?   Edit: If it matters, I'm putting all-season tires on my 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid. Also, I'm having them installed at Costco, and they don't offer alignments.","c_root_id_A":"glbk7vb","c_root_id_B":"glb3s33","created_at_utc_A":1611971896,"created_at_utc_B":1611963903,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I used to work in a shop which did alignments, and I'd have to say it matters more on the mechanic who is doing the alignment rather than the whole shop.  A lot of the guys would put the car on the rack, and if it was \"in spec\", they'd finish up, but we had one or two who would \"tweak\" the adjustments so they were closer to the sweet spot.","human_ref_B":"if you go for the cheap one your getting a \"toe and go\" setting the toe to spec and that's it. this will usually make the car track straight down the road but you may see premature wear on the tires from caster and camber being out of spec. the full alignment should be addressing all 3 angles. caster, camber and toe. if your buying new tires get the full thing done to get the most life out of them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7993.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"l7z9dr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Is there much difference between cheap and expensive wheel alignments? I'm getting new tires tomorrow, and I plan to get a 4-wheel alignment shortly after. I'm wondering if the \u2248$40 alignment I could buy on Groupon would be about the same as the $100+ alignment from my regular\/trusted\/expensive mechanic.  Does \"you get what you pay for\" tend to hold true for wheel alignments?   Edit: If it matters, I'm putting all-season tires on my 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid. Also, I'm having them installed at Costco, and they don't offer alignments.","c_root_id_A":"glb5gaf","c_root_id_B":"glbk7vb","created_at_utc_A":1611964679,"created_at_utc_B":1611971896,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Generally the most experienced technician will be working on the expensive cars so unless you meet those categories the price won't matter to the quality of work assuming it's a reputable shop","human_ref_B":"I used to work in a shop which did alignments, and I'd have to say it matters more on the mechanic who is doing the alignment rather than the whole shop.  A lot of the guys would put the car on the rack, and if it was \"in spec\", they'd finish up, but we had one or two who would \"tweak\" the adjustments so they were closer to the sweet spot.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7217.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"l3mts1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why aren\u2019t more cars AWD?","c_root_id_A":"gkgpc7q","c_root_id_B":"gkgq0cw","created_at_utc_A":1611444142,"created_at_utc_B":1611444412,"score_A":12,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"mpg, cost","human_ref_B":"Weight, complexity, cost of upkeep, longevity, efficiency, cost.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":270.0,"score_ratio":1.4166666667}
{"post_id":"jzg5ic","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why do people believe stolen cars are shipped to America? Example: My Nissan Navara was stolen...  Someone: that car gonna be in America.  It\u2019s so often that people say it\u2019s gonna be shipped to America and I wanna know how and why you believe it would?","c_root_id_A":"gdbnx6z","c_root_id_B":"gdbp7sj","created_at_utc_A":1606132689,"created_at_utc_B":1606133922,"score_A":19,"score_B":32,"human_ref_A":"Are you sure they don't say \"Armenia\"?","human_ref_B":"In America, we say the same thing, albeit to Asia. It's usually up the block in a chop shop...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1233.0,"score_ratio":1.6842105263}
{"post_id":"jzg5ic","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why do people believe stolen cars are shipped to America? Example: My Nissan Navara was stolen...  Someone: that car gonna be in America.  It\u2019s so often that people say it\u2019s gonna be shipped to America and I wanna know how and why you believe it would?","c_root_id_A":"gdbqbpf","c_root_id_B":"gdbtro2","created_at_utc_A":1606134918,"created_at_utc_B":1606137674,"score_A":12,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Wont apply to a Navara as they're a bit too new, but here in the UK people joke that some of the older Japanese cars get stolen and sent to America when their 25 year import rule allows it.","human_ref_B":"Where do you live?  I have never heard of this.  Here in the US, stolen cars go to Mexico.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2756.0,"score_ratio":1.0833333333}
{"post_id":"jzg5ic","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why do people believe stolen cars are shipped to America? Example: My Nissan Navara was stolen...  Someone: that car gonna be in America.  It\u2019s so often that people say it\u2019s gonna be shipped to America and I wanna know how and why you believe it would?","c_root_id_A":"gdbtro2","c_root_id_B":"gdbqkt3","created_at_utc_A":1606137674,"created_at_utc_B":1606135142,"score_A":13,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Where do you live?  I have never heard of this.  Here in the US, stolen cars go to Mexico.","human_ref_B":"I'm an American, and I had no idea this was a thing!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2532.0,"score_ratio":1.1818181818}
{"post_id":"jzg5ic","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why do people believe stolen cars are shipped to America? Example: My Nissan Navara was stolen...  Someone: that car gonna be in America.  It\u2019s so often that people say it\u2019s gonna be shipped to America and I wanna know how and why you believe it would?","c_root_id_A":"gdbtro2","c_root_id_B":"gdbrevm","created_at_utc_A":1606137674,"created_at_utc_B":1606135840,"score_A":13,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Where do you live?  I have never heard of this.  Here in the US, stolen cars go to Mexico.","human_ref_B":"I've never heard that. Mostly here people point to Eastern Europe or the Baltics.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1834.0,"score_ratio":1.3}
{"post_id":"jx9f7y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much longer to keep 14 years old used car? We have a 06 Honda Civic DX and live in Southern Ontario, Canada. My wife really wants a newer car but this one is not dying, so it\u2019s not making financial sense to me replace it just yet. It has 260k km (~160k miles), no major repairs. Recently changed the brakes and some wheel studs - which I\u2019d consider basic maintenance. There\u2019s a bit of rust at the bottom of the car and its paint has dissolved leaving an unslightly white frost. So I get it, it is ugly. I am just trying to figure how much more lifespan this thing reasonably has. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gcv29ew","c_root_id_B":"gcv3k5h","created_at_utc_A":1605815740,"created_at_utc_B":1605816363,"score_A":26,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"Drive it until it dies, start saving for new car now. When it eventually dies you will be prepared to buy the new car","human_ref_B":"It's just broken in at 160k miles. keep driving it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":623.0,"score_ratio":1.3461538462}
{"post_id":"jx9f7y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much longer to keep 14 years old used car? We have a 06 Honda Civic DX and live in Southern Ontario, Canada. My wife really wants a newer car but this one is not dying, so it\u2019s not making financial sense to me replace it just yet. It has 260k km (~160k miles), no major repairs. Recently changed the brakes and some wheel studs - which I\u2019d consider basic maintenance. There\u2019s a bit of rust at the bottom of the car and its paint has dissolved leaving an unslightly white frost. So I get it, it is ugly. I am just trying to figure how much more lifespan this thing reasonably has. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gcv3k5h","c_root_id_B":"gcv0kkf","created_at_utc_A":1605816363,"created_at_utc_B":1605814935,"score_A":35,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"It's just broken in at 160k miles. keep driving it.","human_ref_B":"This is a question to ask your mechanic, not random strangers on the internet. A mechanic can physically inspect the car to tell you what wrong and what's not. I suggest going to your mechanic and asking him this question.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1428.0,"score_ratio":2.1875}
{"post_id":"jx9f7y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much longer to keep 14 years old used car? We have a 06 Honda Civic DX and live in Southern Ontario, Canada. My wife really wants a newer car but this one is not dying, so it\u2019s not making financial sense to me replace it just yet. It has 260k km (~160k miles), no major repairs. Recently changed the brakes and some wheel studs - which I\u2019d consider basic maintenance. There\u2019s a bit of rust at the bottom of the car and its paint has dissolved leaving an unslightly white frost. So I get it, it is ugly. I am just trying to figure how much more lifespan this thing reasonably has. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gcv0kkf","c_root_id_B":"gcv29ew","created_at_utc_A":1605814935,"created_at_utc_B":1605815740,"score_A":16,"score_B":26,"human_ref_A":"This is a question to ask your mechanic, not random strangers on the internet. A mechanic can physically inspect the car to tell you what wrong and what's not. I suggest going to your mechanic and asking him this question.","human_ref_B":"Drive it until it dies, start saving for new car now. When it eventually dies you will be prepared to buy the new car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":805.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"jx9f7y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much longer to keep 14 years old used car? We have a 06 Honda Civic DX and live in Southern Ontario, Canada. My wife really wants a newer car but this one is not dying, so it\u2019s not making financial sense to me replace it just yet. It has 260k km (~160k miles), no major repairs. Recently changed the brakes and some wheel studs - which I\u2019d consider basic maintenance. There\u2019s a bit of rust at the bottom of the car and its paint has dissolved leaving an unslightly white frost. So I get it, it is ugly. I am just trying to figure how much more lifespan this thing reasonably has. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gcva4z4","c_root_id_B":"gcv8dbt","created_at_utc_A":1605819360,"created_at_utc_B":1605818625,"score_A":10,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If it helps, I have an 06' subaru with almost the exact same mileage. The trade in and resale value of cars this old is insultingly low. Very much worth driving the car for a while longer and saving to replace it since it's value is negligible.  Also Hondas have a reputation for going for a long time, they were built well and are relatively simple cars so there's less to break. As long as the car is well maintained it should go well over 200k.   To echo one of the other commenters I would recommend talking to a mechanic you trust and having them look over the car to see if there's any problems likely to arise and see what they think might need to be replaced as time goes on.  This question also has a lot to due with your financial situation. Are you in a good place to replace it now? would another few years of saving allow you to get a much newer\/better replacement? These are some things to consider as well.","human_ref_B":"You should an inspection done and make sure the body is still solid. Usually by the time you see \"a little bit of rust\" there's way more of it hiding. It could just be the rockers rotting out but if it's structural you might be on borrowed time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":735.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"jx9f7y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much longer to keep 14 years old used car? We have a 06 Honda Civic DX and live in Southern Ontario, Canada. My wife really wants a newer car but this one is not dying, so it\u2019s not making financial sense to me replace it just yet. It has 260k km (~160k miles), no major repairs. Recently changed the brakes and some wheel studs - which I\u2019d consider basic maintenance. There\u2019s a bit of rust at the bottom of the car and its paint has dissolved leaving an unslightly white frost. So I get it, it is ugly. I am just trying to figure how much more lifespan this thing reasonably has. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gcve60b","c_root_id_B":"gcviw8q","created_at_utc_A":1605820958,"created_at_utc_B":1605822837,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I've got an '01 Lexus GS300 with 186,000 that I'm going to drive until it's not possible to drive any more","human_ref_B":"You won't get shit for it on a trade in unfortunately.   Luckily this car could last you another 200,000 kms if your good to it. My buddy has a 1992 civic also in southern ontario, 440,000 kms and still counting.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1879.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhm14i","c_root_id_B":"fxhmvsd","created_at_utc_A":1594346646,"created_at_utc_B":1594347155,"score_A":5,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Idk how well the would hold up but toyo tires are pretty good but a little expensive","human_ref_B":"Best in terms of what?  The tire manufacturers make it confusing to buy tires on purpose, so that you can be upsold on things you may or may not need.  And there is no objective rating system for any tire feature.  Some have more traction (how much? how much do you need?), some are quieter (how much?  how much makes a difference?), some have longer life (how much?), some are more expensive.  How much you pay for each feature is totally unclear, and so is the decision for how to value each feature for your own needs.  IMO, just go to tirerack.com, put in your car model, and look at the options, ratings and road tests.  Anything from a brand you\u2019ve heard of with good ratings on dry and wet traction will be fine for your needs.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":509.0,"score_ratio":2.6}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhmvsd","c_root_id_B":"fxhmlmb","created_at_utc_A":1594347155,"created_at_utc_B":1594346985,"score_A":13,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Best in terms of what?  The tire manufacturers make it confusing to buy tires on purpose, so that you can be upsold on things you may or may not need.  And there is no objective rating system for any tire feature.  Some have more traction (how much? how much do you need?), some are quieter (how much?  how much makes a difference?), some have longer life (how much?), some are more expensive.  How much you pay for each feature is totally unclear, and so is the decision for how to value each feature for your own needs.  IMO, just go to tirerack.com, put in your car model, and look at the options, ratings and road tests.  Anything from a brand you\u2019ve heard of with good ratings on dry and wet traction will be fine for your needs.","human_ref_B":"Michelin makes the best tires on the market, but other (major) brands will last just as long. If you don't care about grip or handling, look for a high treadwear rating (400-500 +), lots of brands make them.   Avoid cheap knock off brands, they're not worth it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":170.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhnss9","c_root_id_B":"fxhsfg1","created_at_utc_A":1594347705,"created_at_utc_B":1594350525,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'm liking Hankook lately.","human_ref_B":"Pirelli, Michelin, Toyo, Bridgestone","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2820.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhsfg1","c_root_id_B":"fxhmlmb","created_at_utc_A":1594350525,"created_at_utc_B":1594346985,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Pirelli, Michelin, Toyo, Bridgestone","human_ref_B":"Michelin makes the best tires on the market, but other (major) brands will last just as long. If you don't care about grip or handling, look for a high treadwear rating (400-500 +), lots of brands make them.   Avoid cheap knock off brands, they're not worth it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3540.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhmlmb","c_root_id_B":"fxicj6j","created_at_utc_A":1594346985,"created_at_utc_B":1594365731,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Michelin makes the best tires on the market, but other (major) brands will last just as long. If you don't care about grip or handling, look for a high treadwear rating (400-500 +), lots of brands make them.   Avoid cheap knock off brands, they're not worth it.","human_ref_B":"What is the \"Best\" type of food?  Same type of question.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18746.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhv8zi","c_root_id_B":"fxicj6j","created_at_utc_A":1594352302,"created_at_utc_B":1594365731,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"General Altimax RT43.  Best tires I've ever owned and they scored number one by consumer reports","human_ref_B":"What is the \"Best\" type of food?  Same type of question.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13429.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxicj6j","c_root_id_B":"fxhvk7f","created_at_utc_A":1594365731,"created_at_utc_B":1594352505,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"What is the \"Best\" type of food?  Same type of question.","human_ref_B":"For overall brand, Michelin, but i got a set of Hankook kinergy PT, on my car the last time because they had the highest treadwear UTQG rating in the size I was looking for and they did not disappoint, they had fine traction in everything, weren't too loud and lasted longer than the car, treadwear warranty to 90k miles. But hankooks other offerings, especially the dynapro aren't as good as michelin defenders or premiers so thats why Michelin is a better brand overall.   If your more budget minded Uniroyal is my choice, very decent tires that won't break the bank, made by the same guys at Michelin actually.  And avoid Goodyears, idk why but they always seem to be the worse ones to come in the shop, yet they aren't cheap.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13226.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxicj6j","c_root_id_B":"fxhy0cn","created_at_utc_A":1594365731,"created_at_utc_B":1594354129,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"What is the \"Best\" type of food?  Same type of question.","human_ref_B":"How fast do you like to drive? How many miles per year?  Do you have a long slow commute to work? Tires are built for the task. On the sidewall they have ratings for traction longevity and type. A little bit of internet research will help out a lot. If you are looking for the most bang per buck. Discount tire is based out of Phoenix. They know what tires last in hot climates","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11602.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxicj6j","c_root_id_B":"fxi0ip2","created_at_utc_A":1594365731,"created_at_utc_B":1594355856,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"What is the \"Best\" type of food?  Same type of question.","human_ref_B":"Michelin, Continental, and Bridgestone all make excellent tires for your conditions.  Check what's in your size on tire rack for your car and get info there. Then shop with those prices in mind. Costo\/Sams have sales with good discounts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9875.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hog5tw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the Best Brand of tires? Hello, I live in an city where it\u2019s always 27-37Celsius.  So, I\u2019m looking for the best brand of tires that will last longer.   Is for a Corolla, so I\u2019m not going to do off-road.  Only for driving in the city.  Hope you can help me \ud83d\ude42.","c_root_id_A":"fxhnss9","c_root_id_B":"fxhmlmb","created_at_utc_A":1594347705,"created_at_utc_B":1594346985,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm liking Hankook lately.","human_ref_B":"Michelin makes the best tires on the market, but other (major) brands will last just as long. If you don't care about grip or handling, look for a high treadwear rating (400-500 +), lots of brands make them.   Avoid cheap knock off brands, they're not worth it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":720.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"eu6vfa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Why is telsa getting so much hate? Might not fit the sub. But I was wondering why so many people are vandalizing telsa's and the tesla-chargers. Also media mostly talks negative about telsa, but why? They're doing fantastic and I seriously believe they're doing good things. It's not a final sollution to all world problems but it's a very good transition faze. Anyway, why do people hate tesla. They aren't really doing anything wrong right? Even if you don't like electric cars, why is the hate so extreme?","c_root_id_A":"ffm6o13","c_root_id_B":"ffmaw02","created_at_utc_A":1580049396,"created_at_utc_B":1580051570,"score_A":10,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t like electric cars and won\u2019t own one ever unless I\u2019m forced by the government to. I love my diesel trucks and will drive one to my grave. However, I wouldn\u2019t go out of my way to vandalize Tesla\u2019s or chargers. That\u2019s just silly","human_ref_B":"The cars are wonderful. The business practices are annoying. I don't buy a car like an iPhone - when I buy a car I expect that I own it and all the features of it. I also expect that I'd be able to maintain it myself outside of the warranty.  I have a lot of respect for people like Rich Rebuilds and Simone Goertz for bucking the Tesla ecosystem and doing crazy stuff with salvage Teslas. But at the end of the day I have more faith in GM or Nissan to sell me a car with a more traditional ownership model.  I would also add that I personally have no interest in the automation features that are Tesla's main selling point and the justification for their remote administration of their cars. I just want a rear wheel drive electric sedan. It annoys me that the other mainstream electric cars all stick with FWD when there's no packaging reason to be FWD anymore without a big gas engine and transmission.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2174.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"eu6vfa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Why is telsa getting so much hate? Might not fit the sub. But I was wondering why so many people are vandalizing telsa's and the tesla-chargers. Also media mostly talks negative about telsa, but why? They're doing fantastic and I seriously believe they're doing good things. It's not a final sollution to all world problems but it's a very good transition faze. Anyway, why do people hate tesla. They aren't really doing anything wrong right? Even if you don't like electric cars, why is the hate so extreme?","c_root_id_A":"ffnofbk","c_root_id_B":"ffn133n","created_at_utc_A":1580068538,"created_at_utc_B":1580060908,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Because the oil company-funded right-wing media demonizes Elon Musk, Tesla, and electric cars in general. So some of their crazy listeners transmute that into wanting to vandalize charging stations.  Bad behavior has been normalized in this current political and social climate.","human_ref_B":"Shitty company can take 6+ months to get parts to repair from an accident that any other company will get you parts in days. Drivers suck too driving slow and shitty when they aren't paying for gas.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7630.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"c8yv1v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What should I look for when buying an auto emergency kit? Hey guys! I have started traveling more for my job and want to get an emergency kit for my car to be safer, but have no clue what a good kit should include. Is it best to even get a kit or buy individual items? And what safety items do you consider must-haves? Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"esrct2e","c_root_id_B":"esrgdop","created_at_utc_A":1562222050,"created_at_utc_B":1562224636,"score_A":6,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Window breaker and a seat belt cutter. As well as a first aid kit, multi-tool\/knife. Also invest in a nice jump starter that doesn't require another car.","human_ref_B":"I used to work for a towing company.  I recommend all the first aid kit you are qualified to administer. For some, that's a pack of bandaids. But other people are EMS\/EMT and they could put a full staff bag. This is based on experience.  As far as tool kit, only carry what YOU YOURSELF are 101% proficient with. Too many times I've had to tow a car that could have been jumpstarted, but no one knew proper procedure. Cables got reversed and voila! I now have two customers instead of one. There is a very important set of details when jumpstarting that may seem insignificant..  There will be people here who will laugh and scoff at my saying so. Learn how to jump start a car (from a ASE certified mechanic)- before buying cables. And don't go cheap. Good cables should be heavy and cost more than $20.  Road flares? Emergency signs (CALL POLICE)? Emergency blankets? Glass breaker? Seatbelt cutter? These are always kept in the trunk. If you splash down in a river, is that glass breaker or belt cutter helping you?  Most of this is just reasonable thinking ahead. Your parents might put $1000 worth of emergency kits in your car, but the odds that you'll need it are slender.  Ask your insurance provider about a premium road side assistance program.   In the event of a wreck, use your RA program to get a wrecker and SAVE BIG MONEY. The police are NOT REQUIRED to force the \"next scheduled rotation\" upon you. This is still a free capitalism based economy and if you have a tow provider FUCKING TELL THE OFFICER.  (sore subject)   If the police call your tow truck, the also usually regulate the cost of tow and daily storage because of competition. Be prepared to provide your own company and make the officer aware.  Keep it between the ditches, don't text, and don't race, I don't care if you think you can win.  Edit: most of the examples I make are aimed at the general public or broad spectrum and not specifically at you OP.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2586.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"c8yv1v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What should I look for when buying an auto emergency kit? Hey guys! I have started traveling more for my job and want to get an emergency kit for my car to be safer, but have no clue what a good kit should include. Is it best to even get a kit or buy individual items? And what safety items do you consider must-haves? Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"esrct2e","c_root_id_B":"esrxj8b","created_at_utc_A":1562222050,"created_at_utc_B":1562239729,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Window breaker and a seat belt cutter. As well as a first aid kit, multi-tool\/knife. Also invest in a nice jump starter that doesn't require another car.","human_ref_B":"Glock 19 w\/ hollow points  First aid kit  Portable air compressor  Jumper cables  Hand sanitizer \/ wet wipes  Kleenex","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17679.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"c07cqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Whats the best car to hoon for $2500 or less? (Donuts, burnouts etc) [USA]","c_root_id_A":"er29xw4","c_root_id_B":"er286r7","created_at_utc_A":1560441947,"created_at_utc_B":1560441364,"score_A":24,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Crown Vic interceptor at auction.   Maybe a well-loved Lincoln LS at this point in time too.","human_ref_B":"Miata?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":583.0,"score_ratio":1.8461538462}
{"post_id":"c07cqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Whats the best car to hoon for $2500 or less? (Donuts, burnouts etc) [USA]","c_root_id_A":"er2sw1x","c_root_id_B":"er2qb0h","created_at_utc_A":1560449163,"created_at_utc_B":1560448020,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"BMW E36\/46: As long as it is reliable.  Miata: Don't get good\/wide tires and should be a blast!   Mustang sn95: Will leak oil but should be easy to find!  F-body camaro\/firebird: Pre-LS1 you can find the v8 LT1s autos all day under that  Charger\/300C: A bit heavy but a hemi will do stuff and sound good  Infiniti G35s are also just starting to enter this price bracket.","human_ref_B":"Here ya go  https:\/\/knoxville.craigslist.org\/cto\/d\/knoxville-grand-marquis-gs-192k-miles\/6911148702.html","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1143.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"c07cqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Whats the best car to hoon for $2500 or less? (Donuts, burnouts etc) [USA]","c_root_id_A":"er3r87t","c_root_id_B":"er37dkm","created_at_utc_A":1560470527,"created_at_utc_B":1560457364,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Whatever you choose make sure it is a manual and rear wheel drive. Then Weld the diff and get a better hand brake, you will be good to go.","human_ref_B":"Rear-wheel drive truck with a V8. An empty bed makes them pretty squirrely and easy to get slideways. Get a line-lock on the front brakes for smokey burnouts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13163.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"c07cqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Whats the best car to hoon for $2500 or less? (Donuts, burnouts etc) [USA]","c_root_id_A":"er3r87t","c_root_id_B":"er2qb0h","created_at_utc_A":1560470527,"created_at_utc_B":1560448020,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Whatever you choose make sure it is a manual and rear wheel drive. Then Weld the diff and get a better hand brake, you will be good to go.","human_ref_B":"Here ya go  https:\/\/knoxville.craigslist.org\/cto\/d\/knoxville-grand-marquis-gs-192k-miles\/6911148702.html","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22507.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"c07cqb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Whats the best car to hoon for $2500 or less? (Donuts, burnouts etc) [USA]","c_root_id_A":"er2qb0h","c_root_id_B":"er37dkm","created_at_utc_A":1560448020,"created_at_utc_B":1560457364,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Here ya go  https:\/\/knoxville.craigslist.org\/cto\/d\/knoxville-grand-marquis-gs-192k-miles\/6911148702.html","human_ref_B":"Rear-wheel drive truck with a V8. An empty bed makes them pretty squirrely and easy to get slideways. Get a line-lock on the front brakes for smokey burnouts.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9344.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"agosiu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does it really matter what brand of tires I buy? Hi there.  So a bit embarrassed, but in the past when I've needed new tires, I've maybe gotten a couple quotes from a couple tire shops, but only based on whatever I told them my car make\/model\/year was and what they had in stock.  I feel like maybe I should be a little more informed about this process.  I live in a pretty mild climate, but do a lot of freeway driving.  Occasionally drive up to the snow and mountains about 1X or 2X a year (but I also have cables).  Does it really matter what brand I buy as long as the tire's the correct size?","c_root_id_A":"ee7rx1v","c_root_id_B":"ee7t8gd","created_at_utc_A":1547667417,"created_at_utc_B":1547668238,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Kinda sorta. A well known brand will typically be of better quality, and last longer, be better in not good conditions (rain, snow etc). There\u2019s also the factor of performance. If you just want tires that work, brand isn\u2019t too important imo.","human_ref_B":"I hate to complicate things for you, but it isn't which brand is better, but which tire is better.  Michelin, in my opinion, is my go-to brand, but even they have their good tires and terrible tires.  You really have to do more research if you want the best tire for your money.  Tire rack has great reviews (both from employees and customers) which I've used as a good go-by in the past.  Here are the ratings for Grand Touring All Seasons (probably the category you're looking at):  https:\/\/www.tirerack.com\/tires\/surveyresults\/surveydisplay.jsp?type=GTAS","labels":0,"seconds_difference":821.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"agosiu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does it really matter what brand of tires I buy? Hi there.  So a bit embarrassed, but in the past when I've needed new tires, I've maybe gotten a couple quotes from a couple tire shops, but only based on whatever I told them my car make\/model\/year was and what they had in stock.  I feel like maybe I should be a little more informed about this process.  I live in a pretty mild climate, but do a lot of freeway driving.  Occasionally drive up to the snow and mountains about 1X or 2X a year (but I also have cables).  Does it really matter what brand I buy as long as the tire's the correct size?","c_root_id_A":"ee9v6rz","c_root_id_B":"ee7t9tc","created_at_utc_A":1547735245,"created_at_utc_B":1547668261,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"There's a lot of information in this sub, most of it good, but based on your post I feel like it may be overwhelming. I'm gonna try and give you a minimalist\/general set of info to consider.   **Don't *ask* the tire shop guys, *tell* them what tires you want.**The tire shop guys serve the interest of the store. They prioritize their own overhead and sales goals. Ignore any promotions or offers that do not apply to the tires you have already selected.   **Factory tires are your basis of comparison.** The tires the factory put on your car new are your minimum values. Tire rack is a great tool for this, it will tell you what your car came with and then parse out other options so you can compare different values.  **Buy in the middle of the road.** The business model of the cheapest of the cheap tires isn't built around the performance or longevity of the tire, its built around someone who can't *not* get a tire. At the other end of the spectrum the most expensive tires are mostly for bragging rights among enthusiasts.  **All-Seasons are *fine*.** Between *\"mild climate\"* and the occasional use of traction aids, you don't want summer tires, and you probably don't need much \"wet\" traction. A well reviewed all-season is all you need.  For more specific information you can always let us know what part of the world your in and what you're driving.","human_ref_B":"Stick with one of the major manufacturers. Other than that it\u2019s pretty much a trade off between life of the tire and performance of the tire. Stickier tires won\u2019t last as long as harder tires but will grip the road better. Pick one within reason as a good balance. Road noise can also be a consideration.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":66984.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"agosiu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does it really matter what brand of tires I buy? Hi there.  So a bit embarrassed, but in the past when I've needed new tires, I've maybe gotten a couple quotes from a couple tire shops, but only based on whatever I told them my car make\/model\/year was and what they had in stock.  I feel like maybe I should be a little more informed about this process.  I live in a pretty mild climate, but do a lot of freeway driving.  Occasionally drive up to the snow and mountains about 1X or 2X a year (but I also have cables).  Does it really matter what brand I buy as long as the tire's the correct size?","c_root_id_A":"ee8y5hf","c_root_id_B":"ee9v6rz","created_at_utc_A":1547695886,"created_at_utc_B":1547735245,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You'll get lots of comments recommending this or that, it's mostly just people's opinions without real evidence.  So here's my completely personal opinion, not backed by any scientific evidence: Goodyear sucks, Michelin are nice, I use Hankooks kinergy pt","human_ref_B":"There's a lot of information in this sub, most of it good, but based on your post I feel like it may be overwhelming. I'm gonna try and give you a minimalist\/general set of info to consider.   **Don't *ask* the tire shop guys, *tell* them what tires you want.**The tire shop guys serve the interest of the store. They prioritize their own overhead and sales goals. Ignore any promotions or offers that do not apply to the tires you have already selected.   **Factory tires are your basis of comparison.** The tires the factory put on your car new are your minimum values. Tire rack is a great tool for this, it will tell you what your car came with and then parse out other options so you can compare different values.  **Buy in the middle of the road.** The business model of the cheapest of the cheap tires isn't built around the performance or longevity of the tire, its built around someone who can't *not* get a tire. At the other end of the spectrum the most expensive tires are mostly for bragging rights among enthusiasts.  **All-Seasons are *fine*.** Between *\"mild climate\"* and the occasional use of traction aids, you don't want summer tires, and you probably don't need much \"wet\" traction. A well reviewed all-season is all you need.  For more specific information you can always let us know what part of the world your in and what you're driving.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":39359.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4uu0uo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Say you bore and stroke an engine. How do you work out what the new redline should be? You've drastically changed the internals, so how do you work out what the new redline ought to be? Same mean piston speed?","c_root_id_A":"d5sum2b","c_root_id_B":"d5sv3xf","created_at_utc_A":1469621993,"created_at_utc_B":1469623020,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Quality of components including crank, conrods, pistons etc.","human_ref_B":"Bore creates additional piston mass, but stroke increases piston speed. The latter has a greater effect on rev limit than the former.    This does not take into account the valve train, though. Without upgrade, there's risk of valve float, as well as valve or spring fatigue.    Generally speaking, if you want higher RPMs, you'll maintain stroke, but replace the rotating assembly with more-stout forged pieces. You'll also be looking at aftermarket cams, valve springs, retainers, and potentially the valves themselves.    However, the thing that could be the biggest issue is one that's often forgotten: oiling. Spinning a factory oil pump gear set faster than it was designed for can often lead to starvation, cavitation, or fatigue issues.    Extra RPMs are hard (and potentially expensive) to achieve, with few exceptions (e.g. Honda.) The thing that makes building high-RPM Honda engines so easy is the universality, interoperability, and ubiquity of compatible OEM parts, as well as a giant offering of aftermarket parts.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1027.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4uu0uo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Say you bore and stroke an engine. How do you work out what the new redline should be? You've drastically changed the internals, so how do you work out what the new redline ought to be? Same mean piston speed?","c_root_id_A":"d5sune6","c_root_id_B":"d5sv3xf","created_at_utc_A":1469622071,"created_at_utc_B":1469623020,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"It depends on how the internals are gonna feel about high revs. Crank, connecting rods, pistons, cam, heads, valve springs, pretty much everything weighs in. There is no one answer to that.","human_ref_B":"Bore creates additional piston mass, but stroke increases piston speed. The latter has a greater effect on rev limit than the former.    This does not take into account the valve train, though. Without upgrade, there's risk of valve float, as well as valve or spring fatigue.    Generally speaking, if you want higher RPMs, you'll maintain stroke, but replace the rotating assembly with more-stout forged pieces. You'll also be looking at aftermarket cams, valve springs, retainers, and potentially the valves themselves.    However, the thing that could be the biggest issue is one that's often forgotten: oiling. Spinning a factory oil pump gear set faster than it was designed for can often lead to starvation, cavitation, or fatigue issues.    Extra RPMs are hard (and potentially expensive) to achieve, with few exceptions (e.g. Honda.) The thing that makes building high-RPM Honda engines so easy is the universality, interoperability, and ubiquity of compatible OEM parts, as well as a giant offering of aftermarket parts.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":949.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vka2","c_root_id_B":"d55vov5","created_at_utc_A":1468095962,"created_at_utc_B":1468096170,"score_A":5,"score_B":43,"human_ref_A":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","human_ref_B":"Thinking old cars are shit and for the poor. Giving more respect to a guy with a leased 2016 corolla than a guy with a well kept 87 M3 or a pristine 06 GTO","labels":0,"seconds_difference":208.0,"score_ratio":8.6}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vov5","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468096170,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":43,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Thinking old cars are shit and for the poor. Giving more respect to a guy with a leased 2016 corolla than a guy with a well kept 87 M3 or a pristine 06 GTO","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":60.0,"score_ratio":14.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vka2","c_root_id_B":"d55vx6o","created_at_utc_A":1468095962,"created_at_utc_B":1468096557,"score_A":5,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of non car guys don't understand the emotional connection some of us have to our cars, and cars in general. It's always been a thing that's hard for me to explain, but being a car enthusiast has helped me out in so many way's that might sound cheesy or lame but really: I've had bad social anxiety for years, cars have helped me not only meet new people and talk to them, but it's help me be able to approach other people in public and talk to them about their cars. Cars have helped me with my depression, somedays that I feel like I want to die, I go to my local Porsche or exotic dealer and think to my self, \"Hey, I haven't got to drive a Cayman GT4 yet, I probably shouldn't die until I do that\"   I don't know what to call it or how to describe it as I feel like my car is an extension of my self, if I don't have that connection with the car then I don't want to own it. Most people don't understand that, they are more than just machinery to me.   My Abarth 500 that I currently own is the car that I've felt that I have that connection with more than any I've owned in the past (GTI, S2000, STI, Mustangs, Miatas) and nothing offends me more than when somebody makes fun of it. To them, they see a Fiat 500, to me, I see a car that represents the racing spirit and history of Carlo Abarth.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":595.0,"score_ratio":5.8}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vnjj","c_root_id_B":"d55vx6o","created_at_utc_A":1468096110,"created_at_utc_B":1468096557,"score_A":3,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of non car guys don't understand the emotional connection some of us have to our cars, and cars in general. It's always been a thing that's hard for me to explain, but being a car enthusiast has helped me out in so many way's that might sound cheesy or lame but really: I've had bad social anxiety for years, cars have helped me not only meet new people and talk to them, but it's help me be able to approach other people in public and talk to them about their cars. Cars have helped me with my depression, somedays that I feel like I want to die, I go to my local Porsche or exotic dealer and think to my self, \"Hey, I haven't got to drive a Cayman GT4 yet, I probably shouldn't die until I do that\"   I don't know what to call it or how to describe it as I feel like my car is an extension of my self, if I don't have that connection with the car then I don't want to own it. Most people don't understand that, they are more than just machinery to me.   My Abarth 500 that I currently own is the car that I've felt that I have that connection with more than any I've owned in the past (GTI, S2000, STI, Mustangs, Miatas) and nothing offends me more than when somebody makes fun of it. To them, they see a Fiat 500, to me, I see a car that represents the racing spirit and history of Carlo Abarth.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":447.0,"score_ratio":9.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55xk4g","c_root_id_B":"d560d0n","created_at_utc_A":1468099390,"created_at_utc_B":1468104307,"score_A":12,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"People who say loud exhausts are for people who want attention. I don't like attention, I just love the sound of a good v8.","human_ref_B":"How non car people don't understand the importance of good maintenance.  It makes such a different to the life of the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4917.0,"score_ratio":1.4166666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55yksj","c_root_id_B":"d560d0n","created_at_utc_A":1468101149,"created_at_utc_B":1468104307,"score_A":11,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"I mentioned to someone that I had ordered a part for my car and their response was \"Why don't you sell it and get a new car?\" It made me so sad because they don't understand just how in love I am with it.  Yeah, ok, its kinda shitty by today's standards and lacks 90% of the neat features you could get on a modern car; I get it... But I'm never getting rid of it, even if I get something new.","human_ref_B":"How non car people don't understand the importance of good maintenance.  It makes such a different to the life of the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3158.0,"score_ratio":1.5454545455}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55zc8b","c_root_id_B":"d560d0n","created_at_utc_A":1468102483,"created_at_utc_B":1468104307,"score_A":10,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"\"why does it have three pedals?\"","human_ref_B":"How non car people don't understand the importance of good maintenance.  It makes such a different to the life of the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1824.0,"score_ratio":1.7}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d560d0n","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468104307,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":17,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"How non car people don't understand the importance of good maintenance.  It makes such a different to the life of the car.","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8345.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d560d0n","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468104307,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":17,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"How non car people don't understand the importance of good maintenance.  It makes such a different to the life of the car.","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8197.0,"score_ratio":5.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55xk4g","c_root_id_B":"d5642eq","created_at_utc_A":1468099390,"created_at_utc_B":1468110911,"score_A":12,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"People who say loud exhausts are for people who want attention. I don't like attention, I just love the sound of a good v8.","human_ref_B":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11521.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5642eq","c_root_id_B":"d55yksj","created_at_utc_A":1468110911,"created_at_utc_B":1468101149,"score_A":15,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","human_ref_B":"I mentioned to someone that I had ordered a part for my car and their response was \"Why don't you sell it and get a new car?\" It made me so sad because they don't understand just how in love I am with it.  Yeah, ok, its kinda shitty by today's standards and lacks 90% of the neat features you could get on a modern car; I get it... But I'm never getting rid of it, even if I get something new.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9762.0,"score_ratio":1.3636363636}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5642eq","c_root_id_B":"d55zc8b","created_at_utc_A":1468110911,"created_at_utc_B":1468102483,"score_A":15,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","human_ref_B":"\"why does it have three pedals?\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8428.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5629g2","c_root_id_B":"d5642eq","created_at_utc_A":1468107686,"created_at_utc_B":1468110911,"score_A":9,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"When they have a small problem like needing wipers or low on coolant, they'll just completely give up before even trying with the phrase \"I don't know anything about cars\"","human_ref_B":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3225.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vka2","c_root_id_B":"d5642eq","created_at_utc_A":1468095962,"created_at_utc_B":1468110911,"score_A":5,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","human_ref_B":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14949.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5626fk","c_root_id_B":"d5642eq","created_at_utc_A":1468107535,"created_at_utc_B":1468110911,"score_A":6,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"\"I need new spark plugs for my diesel.\"","human_ref_B":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3376.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5642eq","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468110911,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":15,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"IMO, it's mis-identifying cars and then judging them.  For example, driving with someone and they see someone with a WRX STI and say \"wow, that guy's compensating, check out that huge useless wing\" or seeing an RX7 and calling it a Ferrari.","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14801.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55xk4g","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468099390,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"People who say loud exhausts are for people who want attention. I don't like attention, I just love the sound of a good v8.","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3428.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vnjj","c_root_id_B":"d55xk4g","created_at_utc_A":1468096110,"created_at_utc_B":1468099390,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","human_ref_B":"People who say loud exhausts are for people who want attention. I don't like attention, I just love the sound of a good v8.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3280.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55yksj","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468101149,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I mentioned to someone that I had ordered a part for my car and their response was \"Why don't you sell it and get a new car?\" It made me so sad because they don't understand just how in love I am with it.  Yeah, ok, its kinda shitty by today's standards and lacks 90% of the neat features you could get on a modern car; I get it... But I'm never getting rid of it, even if I get something new.","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5187.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55yksj","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468101149,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I mentioned to someone that I had ordered a part for my car and their response was \"Why don't you sell it and get a new car?\" It made me so sad because they don't understand just how in love I am with it.  Yeah, ok, its kinda shitty by today's standards and lacks 90% of the neat features you could get on a modern car; I get it... But I'm never getting rid of it, even if I get something new.","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5039.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vka2","c_root_id_B":"d55zc8b","created_at_utc_A":1468095962,"created_at_utc_B":1468102483,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","human_ref_B":"\"why does it have three pedals?\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6521.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55zc8b","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468102483,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\"why does it have three pedals?\"","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6373.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5629g2","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468107686,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"When they have a small problem like needing wipers or low on coolant, they'll just completely give up before even trying with the phrase \"I don't know anything about cars\"","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11724.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5626fk","c_root_id_B":"d5629g2","created_at_utc_A":1468107535,"created_at_utc_B":1468107686,"score_A":6,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"\"I need new spark plugs for my diesel.\"","human_ref_B":"When they have a small problem like needing wipers or low on coolant, they'll just completely give up before even trying with the phrase \"I don't know anything about cars\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":151.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5629g2","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468107686,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"When they have a small problem like needing wipers or low on coolant, they'll just completely give up before even trying with the phrase \"I don't know anything about cars\"","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11576.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d56cprw","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468126970,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I've seen a picture shared on Facebook a few times that says something along the lines of \"You could have been travelling the world, but instead you chose to go sideways over speedbumps\". That pisses me off.   I mean yeah, I think that if your car is so low it can't go over a speedbump then it's a bit ridiculous, but that's beside the point... it's the insinuation that you're wasting money because you spend it on something that they don't personally understand\/like that pisses me off. Maybe I think it's a waste of money to spend thousands to go stay in a hotel in another country for a week, but I don't judge you for doing it.","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":31008.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5626fk","c_root_id_B":"d56cprw","created_at_utc_A":1468107535,"created_at_utc_B":1468126970,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"\"I need new spark plugs for my diesel.\"","human_ref_B":"I've seen a picture shared on Facebook a few times that says something along the lines of \"You could have been travelling the world, but instead you chose to go sideways over speedbumps\". That pisses me off.   I mean yeah, I think that if your car is so low it can't go over a speedbump then it's a bit ridiculous, but that's beside the point... it's the insinuation that you're wasting money because you spend it on something that they don't personally understand\/like that pisses me off. Maybe I think it's a waste of money to spend thousands to go stay in a hotel in another country for a week, but I don't judge you for doing it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19435.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vnjj","c_root_id_B":"d56cprw","created_at_utc_A":1468096110,"created_at_utc_B":1468126970,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","human_ref_B":"I've seen a picture shared on Facebook a few times that says something along the lines of \"You could have been travelling the world, but instead you chose to go sideways over speedbumps\". That pisses me off.   I mean yeah, I think that if your car is so low it can't go over a speedbump then it's a bit ridiculous, but that's beside the point... it's the insinuation that you're wasting money because you spend it on something that they don't personally understand\/like that pisses me off. Maybe I think it's a waste of money to spend thousands to go stay in a hotel in another country for a week, but I don't judge you for doing it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30860.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d56cprw","c_root_id_B":"d56cnzy","created_at_utc_A":1468126970,"created_at_utc_B":1468126876,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've seen a picture shared on Facebook a few times that says something along the lines of \"You could have been travelling the world, but instead you chose to go sideways over speedbumps\". That pisses me off.   I mean yeah, I think that if your car is so low it can't go over a speedbump then it's a bit ridiculous, but that's beside the point... it's the insinuation that you're wasting money because you spend it on something that they don't personally understand\/like that pisses me off. Maybe I think it's a waste of money to spend thousands to go stay in a hotel in another country for a week, but I don't judge you for doing it.","human_ref_B":"Ignorance, stubbornness, bigotry, and just plain snobbyness come to mind.   I'm no Journeyman Mechanic or restorer. I just value automotive knowledge because it is such a big part of my life. Having the right information and not falling for nonsense like: 'putting premium gas into my car instead of regular because I make more money'.  It can be exhausting sometimes trying to be supportive and non judgemental when I come across people who are not using facts to support their claim, but something their uncle once told them and what they feel is right.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":94.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5626fk","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468107535,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"\"I need new spark plugs for my diesel.\"","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11573.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d56ghye","c_root_id_B":"d55vka2","created_at_utc_A":1468136797,"created_at_utc_B":1468095962,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"\"Is it manual?\" \"No but I can put it in sport mode and select my gears.\"  This isn't a thing people say, it's more of a habit that a lot of people do. So many people use the breaks when they don't need to on a turn. Just ease off the throttle and you'll slow down.","human_ref_B":"\"It's just four wheels and an engine\" I mean, yeah, it is 4 wheels and an engine, but there's so much more! The suspension, the steering and brakes, the look of the car, the transmission are all so important to making a great car!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":40835.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d5626fk","c_root_id_B":"d56ghye","created_at_utc_A":1468107535,"created_at_utc_B":1468136797,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"\"I need new spark plugs for my diesel.\"","human_ref_B":"\"Is it manual?\" \"No but I can put it in sport mode and select my gears.\"  This isn't a thing people say, it's more of a habit that a lot of people do. So many people use the breaks when they don't need to on a turn. Just ease off the throttle and you'll slow down.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29262.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d55vnjj","c_root_id_B":"d5626fk","created_at_utc_A":1468096110,"created_at_utc_B":1468107535,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","human_ref_B":"\"I need new spark plugs for my diesel.\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11425.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d56ghye","c_root_id_B":"d55vnjj","created_at_utc_A":1468136797,"created_at_utc_B":1468096110,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\"Is it manual?\" \"No but I can put it in sport mode and select my gears.\"  This isn't a thing people say, it's more of a habit that a lot of people do. So many people use the breaks when they don't need to on a turn. Just ease off the throttle and you'll slow down.","human_ref_B":"\"I just want something good on gas that gets me from point A to point B\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":40687.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s2318","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your pet peeve about non car guys?","c_root_id_A":"d56ghye","c_root_id_B":"d56cnzy","created_at_utc_A":1468136797,"created_at_utc_B":1468126876,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\"Is it manual?\" \"No but I can put it in sport mode and select my gears.\"  This isn't a thing people say, it's more of a habit that a lot of people do. So many people use the breaks when they don't need to on a turn. Just ease off the throttle and you'll slow down.","human_ref_B":"Ignorance, stubbornness, bigotry, and just plain snobbyness come to mind.   I'm no Journeyman Mechanic or restorer. I just value automotive knowledge because it is such a big part of my life. Having the right information and not falling for nonsense like: 'putting premium gas into my car instead of regular because I make more money'.  It can be exhausting sometimes trying to be supportive and non judgemental when I come across people who are not using facts to support their claim, but something their uncle once told them and what they feel is right.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9921.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wo8xe6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Is it possible to do a cross-country road trip in a hearse? Please don\u2019t ask why  By \u201cis it possible\u201d, I mean will a healthy hearse be able to tough 2,500+ miles across the US without breaking down? I know nothing.","c_root_id_A":"ikain55","c_root_id_B":"ikajcv7","created_at_utc_A":1660506271,"created_at_utc_B":1660506570,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"As long as the car is well maintaned it should be no problem. A hearse isn't much different from a regular a car. It is just a bit longer and heavier.","human_ref_B":"Bro imagine being in a hearse at 1am at night fuck thatt","labels":0,"seconds_difference":299.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ux200j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How do I install this spoiler? So I bought a cheap spoiler on ebay, but it turned out to be hollow on the inside. I was initially planning to use double sided tape and glue, but I\u2019m not sure if that\u2019ll work. There\u2019s maybe a quarter inch of contact on the top and bottom of the spoiler, so a little less than half an inch at any point along its length. Should I just return it?  Spoiler","c_root_id_A":"i9vvr9r","c_root_id_B":"i9vjrb8","created_at_utc_A":1653444710,"created_at_utc_B":1653439048,"score_A":31,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Hahaha, it\u2019s registering this post as a spoiler, like for TV and movies. The blurred out image of this Lexus is cracking me up.","human_ref_B":"3M double side tape","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5662.0,"score_ratio":2.3846153846}
{"post_id":"ux200j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How do I install this spoiler? So I bought a cheap spoiler on ebay, but it turned out to be hollow on the inside. I was initially planning to use double sided tape and glue, but I\u2019m not sure if that\u2019ll work. There\u2019s maybe a quarter inch of contact on the top and bottom of the spoiler, so a little less than half an inch at any point along its length. Should I just return it?  Spoiler","c_root_id_A":"i9vvr9r","c_root_id_B":"i9v1fa0","created_at_utc_A":1653444710,"created_at_utc_B":1653430451,"score_A":31,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Hahaha, it\u2019s registering this post as a spoiler, like for TV and movies. The blurred out image of this Lexus is cracking me up.","human_ref_B":"Double sided tape and glue will work wonders !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14259.0,"score_ratio":10.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ux200j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How do I install this spoiler? So I bought a cheap spoiler on ebay, but it turned out to be hollow on the inside. I was initially planning to use double sided tape and glue, but I\u2019m not sure if that\u2019ll work. There\u2019s maybe a quarter inch of contact on the top and bottom of the spoiler, so a little less than half an inch at any point along its length. Should I just return it?  Spoiler","c_root_id_A":"i9vjrb8","c_root_id_B":"i9v1fa0","created_at_utc_A":1653439048,"created_at_utc_B":1653430451,"score_A":13,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"3M double side tape","human_ref_B":"Double sided tape and glue will work wonders !","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8597.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ux200j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How do I install this spoiler? So I bought a cheap spoiler on ebay, but it turned out to be hollow on the inside. I was initially planning to use double sided tape and glue, but I\u2019m not sure if that\u2019ll work. There\u2019s maybe a quarter inch of contact on the top and bottom of the spoiler, so a little less than half an inch at any point along its length. Should I just return it?  Spoiler","c_root_id_A":"i9v1fa0","c_root_id_B":"i9wc08t","created_at_utc_A":1653430451,"created_at_utc_B":1653453098,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Double sided tape and glue will work wonders !","human_ref_B":"Make sure you clean off the trunk lid (with soap and water)very important for good adhesion and maybe some sort of adhesion promoter but be careful it can eat the paint if you decide to go this route","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22647.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"twlfqj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is the dumbest mechanical advice you\u2019ve ever been given?  I\u2019ll tell you mine. My fianc\u00e9s brother is a self proclaimed \u201csuper mechanic race car driver\u201d know it all. Last winter our car wouldn\u2019t start, as in wouldn\u2019t even turn over would hear the starter click nothing. I used common sense and deductive reasoning to figure out the starter was fried(spoiler it was) only for her brother to show up and tell me\u201d the battery is cold, I brought a SPACE HEATER to plug in to warm the battery up\u201d a fucking space heater you use for your house. I laughed him off like no we\u2019re not leaving the car hood open all night with a space heater running on the battery told him it\u2019s the starter and he just argued saying \u201cI\u2019m the mechanic hear\u201d(he\u2019s also only 18 and Quit his job at an oil change place after 2  Days because his back hurt and he claimed he doesn\u2019t need to learn anything and already knows it all\u201d so yea what\u2019s your stories?  Edit:holy my first time posting this got deleted because I didn\u2019t include a question mark lol","c_root_id_A":"i3hjtct","c_root_id_B":"i3g48a2","created_at_utc_A":1649165128,"created_at_utc_B":1649130463,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I was told more than a few times that once you change your oil and use synthetic, you can never go back to regular dino oil.","human_ref_B":"Told me the shift knob shaking while in neutral with the clutch out was just showing how much more power he was making (from a cold air intake, and \u201cperformance\u201d spark plugs, and a cut off exhaust). Refused to listen that his throw out bearing was completely shot and he needs to take it to a shop, or pay me to do it. No; not kidding. Yes, he then called me 2 weeks later from the side of the road complaining of many problems with his transmission, namely \u201cit no longer makes the car go\u201d  Almost forgot, this is in a bone stock base model 1997 civic hatchback.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34665.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"twlfqj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is the dumbest mechanical advice you\u2019ve ever been given?  I\u2019ll tell you mine. My fianc\u00e9s brother is a self proclaimed \u201csuper mechanic race car driver\u201d know it all. Last winter our car wouldn\u2019t start, as in wouldn\u2019t even turn over would hear the starter click nothing. I used common sense and deductive reasoning to figure out the starter was fried(spoiler it was) only for her brother to show up and tell me\u201d the battery is cold, I brought a SPACE HEATER to plug in to warm the battery up\u201d a fucking space heater you use for your house. I laughed him off like no we\u2019re not leaving the car hood open all night with a space heater running on the battery told him it\u2019s the starter and he just argued saying \u201cI\u2019m the mechanic hear\u201d(he\u2019s also only 18 and Quit his job at an oil change place after 2  Days because his back hurt and he claimed he doesn\u2019t need to learn anything and already knows it all\u201d so yea what\u2019s your stories?  Edit:holy my first time posting this got deleted because I didn\u2019t include a question mark lol","c_root_id_A":"i3hjtct","c_root_id_B":"i3hfi61","created_at_utc_A":1649165128,"created_at_utc_B":1649163094,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I was told more than a few times that once you change your oil and use synthetic, you can never go back to regular dino oil.","human_ref_B":"BMW told all of their customers that the transmission and differential fluid never needed to be changed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2034.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"twlfqj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is the dumbest mechanical advice you\u2019ve ever been given?  I\u2019ll tell you mine. My fianc\u00e9s brother is a self proclaimed \u201csuper mechanic race car driver\u201d know it all. Last winter our car wouldn\u2019t start, as in wouldn\u2019t even turn over would hear the starter click nothing. I used common sense and deductive reasoning to figure out the starter was fried(spoiler it was) only for her brother to show up and tell me\u201d the battery is cold, I brought a SPACE HEATER to plug in to warm the battery up\u201d a fucking space heater you use for your house. I laughed him off like no we\u2019re not leaving the car hood open all night with a space heater running on the battery told him it\u2019s the starter and he just argued saying \u201cI\u2019m the mechanic hear\u201d(he\u2019s also only 18 and Quit his job at an oil change place after 2  Days because his back hurt and he claimed he doesn\u2019t need to learn anything and already knows it all\u201d so yea what\u2019s your stories?  Edit:holy my first time posting this got deleted because I didn\u2019t include a question mark lol","c_root_id_A":"i3hjtct","c_root_id_B":"i3hilm4","created_at_utc_A":1649165128,"created_at_utc_B":1649164570,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I was told more than a few times that once you change your oil and use synthetic, you can never go back to regular dino oil.","human_ref_B":"\"All the fluids are the same, calling them different things is just a scam to charge you more.\"  Yes, cousin believed Motor oil, Tranny fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, all the same shit apparently. lol","labels":1,"seconds_difference":558.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"twlfqj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"What is the dumbest mechanical advice you\u2019ve ever been given?  I\u2019ll tell you mine. My fianc\u00e9s brother is a self proclaimed \u201csuper mechanic race car driver\u201d know it all. Last winter our car wouldn\u2019t start, as in wouldn\u2019t even turn over would hear the starter click nothing. I used common sense and deductive reasoning to figure out the starter was fried(spoiler it was) only for her brother to show up and tell me\u201d the battery is cold, I brought a SPACE HEATER to plug in to warm the battery up\u201d a fucking space heater you use for your house. I laughed him off like no we\u2019re not leaving the car hood open all night with a space heater running on the battery told him it\u2019s the starter and he just argued saying \u201cI\u2019m the mechanic hear\u201d(he\u2019s also only 18 and Quit his job at an oil change place after 2  Days because his back hurt and he claimed he doesn\u2019t need to learn anything and already knows it all\u201d so yea what\u2019s your stories?  Edit:holy my first time posting this got deleted because I didn\u2019t include a question mark lol","c_root_id_A":"i3g48a2","c_root_id_B":"i3hfi61","created_at_utc_A":1649130463,"created_at_utc_B":1649163094,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Told me the shift knob shaking while in neutral with the clutch out was just showing how much more power he was making (from a cold air intake, and \u201cperformance\u201d spark plugs, and a cut off exhaust). Refused to listen that his throw out bearing was completely shot and he needs to take it to a shop, or pay me to do it. No; not kidding. Yes, he then called me 2 weeks later from the side of the road complaining of many problems with his transmission, namely \u201cit no longer makes the car go\u201d  Almost forgot, this is in a bone stock base model 1997 civic hatchback.","human_ref_B":"BMW told all of their customers that the transmission and differential fluid never needed to be changed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32631.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv7yqzo","c_root_id_B":"hv8gbmy","created_at_utc_A":1643768261,"created_at_utc_B":1643775906,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"something critical that has not been brought up yet: what does your commute look like? are you in a big metro area with a lot of backed up stop and go traffic? if so, a manual will not be fun as a daily driver ... WAY too much clutching. especially in places with LONG ass commute times with a LOT of stop and go. this is a bigger consideration IMO. otherwise, having a manual is a ton of fun with a sports\/muscle car and once you can drive a manual comfortably, you can drive just about anything (solid life skill to have and can be a life saver).  before committing to a car, test drive several. each has their own quirks, loves and hates. personally I hate the small window, small rear view mirrors, small rear seat of the Camaro, interior felt cheaply made; Mustangs are fun, interiors felt cheap to me. Challengers are a fun and comfortable daily driver, but heavy. but also consider Asian brands as well, most are very reliable and some decent manual options (the new Z is coming out soon for example ... fun little lightweight 400hp sports rocket). read reviews, watch videos as well to help narrow down.  www.dashboard-light.com is a great resource for reliability data (which ones are decent and which ones suck and drain your wallet .... looking at you BMW!! hella fun, but gawd awful expensive to maintain as well)","human_ref_B":"It depends on you in the end. A lot of car people will say manuals and a lot will say auto. I have an auto and I've done road courses, auto cross and drag races. I have just as much fun with my auto as someone with a manual. When I race I upshift and downshift my car myself it doesn't do it for me unless I switch out of manual mode or whatever you want to call it, I know what gear I like to have my car at for turns.   Manuals will be \"more fun\" but an auto will always be faster.  Don't get an auto if you know you won't like it, get the manual that's going to put a smile on your face when your rowing gears through fun twisties!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7645.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv7yqzo","c_root_id_B":"hv84sey","created_at_utc_A":1643768261,"created_at_utc_B":1643770773,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"something critical that has not been brought up yet: what does your commute look like? are you in a big metro area with a lot of backed up stop and go traffic? if so, a manual will not be fun as a daily driver ... WAY too much clutching. especially in places with LONG ass commute times with a LOT of stop and go. this is a bigger consideration IMO. otherwise, having a manual is a ton of fun with a sports\/muscle car and once you can drive a manual comfortably, you can drive just about anything (solid life skill to have and can be a life saver).  before committing to a car, test drive several. each has their own quirks, loves and hates. personally I hate the small window, small rear view mirrors, small rear seat of the Camaro, interior felt cheaply made; Mustangs are fun, interiors felt cheap to me. Challengers are a fun and comfortable daily driver, but heavy. but also consider Asian brands as well, most are very reliable and some decent manual options (the new Z is coming out soon for example ... fun little lightweight 400hp sports rocket). read reviews, watch videos as well to help narrow down.  www.dashboard-light.com is a great resource for reliability data (which ones are decent and which ones suck and drain your wallet .... looking at you BMW!! hella fun, but gawd awful expensive to maintain as well)","human_ref_B":"I regretted my automatic camaro and love the manual one I got after it! Just buy the car you want and learn on it. You can figure it out in an hour or two of practice.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2512.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hva0a41","c_root_id_B":"hv7yqzo","created_at_utc_A":1643811323,"created_at_utc_B":1643768261,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Manual \ud83d\udcaf  Drove stick my whole life, recently switched to an automatic with tiptronic, worst decision ever. So boring. Less control in adverse conditions, worse gas milage...and BORING. I used to like to drive, even running errands was a enjoyable. Driving now might as well be work for me now.  Switching back when cars become more affordable lol","human_ref_B":"something critical that has not been brought up yet: what does your commute look like? are you in a big metro area with a lot of backed up stop and go traffic? if so, a manual will not be fun as a daily driver ... WAY too much clutching. especially in places with LONG ass commute times with a LOT of stop and go. this is a bigger consideration IMO. otherwise, having a manual is a ton of fun with a sports\/muscle car and once you can drive a manual comfortably, you can drive just about anything (solid life skill to have and can be a life saver).  before committing to a car, test drive several. each has their own quirks, loves and hates. personally I hate the small window, small rear view mirrors, small rear seat of the Camaro, interior felt cheaply made; Mustangs are fun, interiors felt cheap to me. Challengers are a fun and comfortable daily driver, but heavy. but also consider Asian brands as well, most are very reliable and some decent manual options (the new Z is coming out soon for example ... fun little lightweight 400hp sports rocket). read reviews, watch videos as well to help narrow down.  www.dashboard-light.com is a great resource for reliability data (which ones are decent and which ones suck and drain your wallet .... looking at you BMW!! hella fun, but gawd awful expensive to maintain as well)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":43062.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv8gbmy","c_root_id_B":"hv81dd5","created_at_utc_A":1643775906,"created_at_utc_B":1643769341,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It depends on you in the end. A lot of car people will say manuals and a lot will say auto. I have an auto and I've done road courses, auto cross and drag races. I have just as much fun with my auto as someone with a manual. When I race I upshift and downshift my car myself it doesn't do it for me unless I switch out of manual mode or whatever you want to call it, I know what gear I like to have my car at for turns.   Manuals will be \"more fun\" but an auto will always be faster.  Don't get an auto if you know you won't like it, get the manual that's going to put a smile on your face when your rowing gears through fun twisties!","human_ref_B":"I have a manual SS Camaro that I daily drive.  You only live once.  Get the manual.  ;)  I don't care about traffic or whatever else, because absolutely nothing beats the feeling of taking it out in the twisties and nailing those downshifts going into a corner.  It's fucking heaven and makes it all worth it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6565.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv81dd5","c_root_id_B":"hv84sey","created_at_utc_A":1643769341,"created_at_utc_B":1643770773,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I have a manual SS Camaro that I daily drive.  You only live once.  Get the manual.  ;)  I don't care about traffic or whatever else, because absolutely nothing beats the feeling of taking it out in the twisties and nailing those downshifts going into a corner.  It's fucking heaven and makes it all worth it.","human_ref_B":"I regretted my automatic camaro and love the manual one I got after it! Just buy the car you want and learn on it. You can figure it out in an hour or two of practice.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1432.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hva0a41","c_root_id_B":"hv81dd5","created_at_utc_A":1643811323,"created_at_utc_B":1643769341,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Manual \ud83d\udcaf  Drove stick my whole life, recently switched to an automatic with tiptronic, worst decision ever. So boring. Less control in adverse conditions, worse gas milage...and BORING. I used to like to drive, even running errands was a enjoyable. Driving now might as well be work for me now.  Switching back when cars become more affordable lol","human_ref_B":"I have a manual SS Camaro that I daily drive.  You only live once.  Get the manual.  ;)  I don't care about traffic or whatever else, because absolutely nothing beats the feeling of taking it out in the twisties and nailing those downshifts going into a corner.  It's fucking heaven and makes it all worth it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":41982.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv7w2er","c_root_id_B":"hv8gbmy","created_at_utc_A":1643767145,"created_at_utc_B":1643775906,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/features\/every-manual-transmission-car-for-sale\/  Unless you're dealing with a physical issue that might impede you in operating a manual, or if you are routinely stuck in true stop-and-go traffic for an hour every day, I think you'll love it, especially since you already take pleasure in driving. For me, I find driving a manual is peaceful and engaging at any speed or acceleration.   Just spitballing here: if you have a bit of play money, maybe you can find a used Acura RSX Type S (6spd) or a 2005 Honda Civic Si (I have one of the latter, a 5spd) [edit] before committing to your dream car?  Edit: pm me if you live near Philly.","human_ref_B":"It depends on you in the end. A lot of car people will say manuals and a lot will say auto. I have an auto and I've done road courses, auto cross and drag races. I have just as much fun with my auto as someone with a manual. When I race I upshift and downshift my car myself it doesn't do it for me unless I switch out of manual mode or whatever you want to call it, I know what gear I like to have my car at for turns.   Manuals will be \"more fun\" but an auto will always be faster.  Don't get an auto if you know you won't like it, get the manual that's going to put a smile on your face when your rowing gears through fun twisties!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8761.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv8gbmy","c_root_id_B":"hv8bvxs","created_at_utc_A":1643775906,"created_at_utc_B":1643773872,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It depends on you in the end. A lot of car people will say manuals and a lot will say auto. I have an auto and I've done road courses, auto cross and drag races. I have just as much fun with my auto as someone with a manual. When I race I upshift and downshift my car myself it doesn't do it for me unless I switch out of manual mode or whatever you want to call it, I know what gear I like to have my car at for turns.   Manuals will be \"more fun\" but an auto will always be faster.  Don't get an auto if you know you won't like it, get the manual that's going to put a smile on your face when your rowing gears through fun twisties!","human_ref_B":"I love driving manual and after a bit it\u2019s second nature and you don\u2019t even notice the \u201cextra\u201d work. I\u2019ve taken my car to sf and done those hills no prob and i drive it everyday and I genuinely like it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2034.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv8gbmy","c_root_id_B":"hv8a4uh","created_at_utc_A":1643775906,"created_at_utc_B":1643773096,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It depends on you in the end. A lot of car people will say manuals and a lot will say auto. I have an auto and I've done road courses, auto cross and drag races. I have just as much fun with my auto as someone with a manual. When I race I upshift and downshift my car myself it doesn't do it for me unless I switch out of manual mode or whatever you want to call it, I know what gear I like to have my car at for turns.   Manuals will be \"more fun\" but an auto will always be faster.  Don't get an auto if you know you won't like it, get the manual that's going to put a smile on your face when your rowing gears through fun twisties!","human_ref_B":"I have a manual. I enjoy driving manual. It got old using it to commute the first time I got stuck in stop and go traffic for 45+ min. Depending on what that looks like for you I'd get a manual if it's <30 min commute. Over that it gets old fast.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2810.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv7w2er","c_root_id_B":"hv84sey","created_at_utc_A":1643767145,"created_at_utc_B":1643770773,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/features\/every-manual-transmission-car-for-sale\/  Unless you're dealing with a physical issue that might impede you in operating a manual, or if you are routinely stuck in true stop-and-go traffic for an hour every day, I think you'll love it, especially since you already take pleasure in driving. For me, I find driving a manual is peaceful and engaging at any speed or acceleration.   Just spitballing here: if you have a bit of play money, maybe you can find a used Acura RSX Type S (6spd) or a 2005 Honda Civic Si (I have one of the latter, a 5spd) [edit] before committing to your dream car?  Edit: pm me if you live near Philly.","human_ref_B":"I regretted my automatic camaro and love the manual one I got after it! Just buy the car you want and learn on it. You can figure it out in an hour or two of practice.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3628.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hva0a41","c_root_id_B":"hv7w2er","created_at_utc_A":1643811323,"created_at_utc_B":1643767145,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Manual \ud83d\udcaf  Drove stick my whole life, recently switched to an automatic with tiptronic, worst decision ever. So boring. Less control in adverse conditions, worse gas milage...and BORING. I used to like to drive, even running errands was a enjoyable. Driving now might as well be work for me now.  Switching back when cars become more affordable lol","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/features\/every-manual-transmission-car-for-sale\/  Unless you're dealing with a physical issue that might impede you in operating a manual, or if you are routinely stuck in true stop-and-go traffic for an hour every day, I think you'll love it, especially since you already take pleasure in driving. For me, I find driving a manual is peaceful and engaging at any speed or acceleration.   Just spitballing here: if you have a bit of play money, maybe you can find a used Acura RSX Type S (6spd) or a 2005 Honda Civic Si (I have one of the latter, a 5spd) [edit] before committing to your dream car?  Edit: pm me if you live near Philly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":44178.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hva0a41","c_root_id_B":"hv8bvxs","created_at_utc_A":1643811323,"created_at_utc_B":1643773872,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Manual \ud83d\udcaf  Drove stick my whole life, recently switched to an automatic with tiptronic, worst decision ever. So boring. Less control in adverse conditions, worse gas milage...and BORING. I used to like to drive, even running errands was a enjoyable. Driving now might as well be work for me now.  Switching back when cars become more affordable lol","human_ref_B":"I love driving manual and after a bit it\u2019s second nature and you don\u2019t even notice the \u201cextra\u201d work. I\u2019ve taken my car to sf and done those hills no prob and i drive it everyday and I genuinely like it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":37451.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hv8a4uh","c_root_id_B":"hv8bvxs","created_at_utc_A":1643773096,"created_at_utc_B":1643773872,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I have a manual. I enjoy driving manual. It got old using it to commute the first time I got stuck in stop and go traffic for 45+ min. Depending on what that looks like for you I'd get a manual if it's <30 min commute. Over that it gets old fast.","human_ref_B":"I love driving manual and after a bit it\u2019s second nature and you don\u2019t even notice the \u201cextra\u201d work. I\u2019ve taken my car to sf and done those hills no prob and i drive it everyday and I genuinely like it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":776.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"siaaev","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Daily driver: Manual or Auto? Alright so, I have become infatuated with cars and driving is my absolute favorite thing to do now, in fact it\u2019s kinda my only hobby. I currently drive a 2007 Jeep Liberty. It is unbelievably boring and I even find myself doing stupid things with it from time to time just to keep myself from zoning out, I am so bored of automatic, I seriously think a manual transmission would be so much more fun and make driving engaging, plus I feel like it would make me appreciate my vehicle more. I know *how* to drive a stick from LOTS and I mean nonstop stream of YouTube tutorials and watching my friends drive them\u2026 however I haven\u2019t actually done it yet, I just know the basics. I am seriously considering buying a stick shift sports car for my next vehicle (probably Ecoboost Mustang, I am open to other options though so that isn\u2019t final), as someone who doesn\u2019t have much experience actually driving a manual, but hates automatic, should I buy a manual car as my next daily driver? Or i guess a better question would be, could I have as much fun in an automatic sporty car, say a mustang or camaro?   My huge conflict is that if I buy a nice car with an automatic, I won\u2019t be able to appreciate it or enjoy it nearly as much BUT if I buy a manual I\u2019ll struggle with it too much and end up regretting it. So I\u2019m just at a point where I have no clue what to do. I guess I should probably find a manual car I can practice with to see if I wanna drive one everyday?","c_root_id_A":"hva0a41","c_root_id_B":"hv8a4uh","created_at_utc_A":1643811323,"created_at_utc_B":1643773096,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Manual \ud83d\udcaf  Drove stick my whole life, recently switched to an automatic with tiptronic, worst decision ever. So boring. Less control in adverse conditions, worse gas milage...and BORING. I used to like to drive, even running errands was a enjoyable. Driving now might as well be work for me now.  Switching back when cars become more affordable lol","human_ref_B":"I have a manual. I enjoy driving manual. It got old using it to commute the first time I got stuck in stop and go traffic for 45+ min. Depending on what that looks like for you I'd get a manual if it's <30 min commute. Over that it gets old fast.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38227.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r0l9bu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can I use regular gas instead of premium short term? Due to flooding and other issues where I live there has been an extended gas shortage. I have a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan that takes premium gas. I can't find any in my city, and have been told that there isn't any right now. So just wondering if a tank or two of regular would be bad for the car as I can make other arrangements if needed. Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"hltdxbf","c_root_id_B":"hltfzl5","created_at_utc_A":1637701193,"created_at_utc_B":1637701996,"score_A":10,"score_B":59,"human_ref_A":"Yes, you can, the ECU will deal with it. The engine will most likely lose a bit of power as a result, but it won't cause any damage.","human_ref_B":"So much misformation. It's amazing how few people understand this, especially on car subreddits.  Your engine has knock sensors. They will detect if the fuel is below the expected quality, and adjust the running parameters to adjust. You are 100% fine. Drive it normal. It will adjust back when you eventually find premium again.  Octane boosters do nearly nothing. It says right on the bottle just how little they accomplish. Don't bother with them.  Stay safe.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":803.0,"score_ratio":5.9}
{"post_id":"qsjy2b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"can a 1\/4 ton pickup truck REALLY only hold 500# in the bed? neighbor has a ford ranger, uncle has a ford ranger.  I guess I always just assumed there's an insane fudge factor there and 500# is very very conservative.    Like... well, I'm fat and so are three of my family members.  We weigh 200-250# each.  Take four adults and some suitcases, and a compact hatchback engineered much less ruggedly than ANY pickup truck, and that hatchback is still carrying 1000# without concern.  So in comparison, looking at the suspension and frame on even the lightest quarter-ton pickup truck there's NO WAY if a little subcompact with its tiny control arms and thin aluminum unibody can haul 1000# of passengers, that a ruggedized pickup truck would be limited to 500# in the bed, right?    &#x200B;  what's an actual realistic number that you'd be comfortable loading into the bed of a quarter ton pickup truck?","c_root_id_A":"hkdkb59","c_root_id_B":"hkdkaee","created_at_utc_A":1636749449,"created_at_utc_B":1636749441,"score_A":29,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"quarter-ton is really just a class rating nowadays, if you look in the driver's door jamb there should be a plaque with a gross vehicle weight rating.","human_ref_B":"Depends on the load rating of the vehicle. Modern trucks just use that to describe the size of the truck in general. Its kinda dumb.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8.0,"score_ratio":2.2307692308}
{"post_id":"qsjy2b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"can a 1\/4 ton pickup truck REALLY only hold 500# in the bed? neighbor has a ford ranger, uncle has a ford ranger.  I guess I always just assumed there's an insane fudge factor there and 500# is very very conservative.    Like... well, I'm fat and so are three of my family members.  We weigh 200-250# each.  Take four adults and some suitcases, and a compact hatchback engineered much less ruggedly than ANY pickup truck, and that hatchback is still carrying 1000# without concern.  So in comparison, looking at the suspension and frame on even the lightest quarter-ton pickup truck there's NO WAY if a little subcompact with its tiny control arms and thin aluminum unibody can haul 1000# of passengers, that a ruggedized pickup truck would be limited to 500# in the bed, right?    &#x200B;  what's an actual realistic number that you'd be comfortable loading into the bed of a quarter ton pickup truck?","c_root_id_A":"hkelzli","c_root_id_B":"hkehf5j","created_at_utc_A":1636766789,"created_at_utc_B":1636764532,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Galipogos mentioned the military rating which the ton ratings were original. A two and a half ton military truck is a beast that could easily carry ten tons. The thing is the military ratings were set to what a truck could safely carry up a 100% grade (45 degrees). This is a very tough standard.","human_ref_B":"I'm not going to reiterate what others have said, but I will tune in about the hatchbacks. That's another one to check the door jamb for the weight capacity because at 1000lbs you were pretty likely overloading it. Just because it's handled it a few times doesn't mean it isn't wearing the suspension and drivetrain drastically faster. For example I have a small hatchback that has a weight limit of 650lbs with passengers and cargo. I've overloaded that on plenty of occasions, especially packing it to the roof for camping trips. *But* my suspension was beyond shot at like 75k miles. My coils were worn out so I would scrape on speed bumps or little dips in the road and my shocks and bushings were blown out, so it had a terrible ride. You may not see a difference while your overloading it unless a part decides to give out in the act, but eventually it'll bite you in the ass.  In terms of the engine, it can also handle it, but you're probably just prematurely wearing it or it'll be fine. The bigger concern is the transmission. Pulling hills with an overloaded vehicle puts a ton of strain on the transmission and transfers a lot of the heat from an overworked engine straight to it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2257.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qsjy2b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"can a 1\/4 ton pickup truck REALLY only hold 500# in the bed? neighbor has a ford ranger, uncle has a ford ranger.  I guess I always just assumed there's an insane fudge factor there and 500# is very very conservative.    Like... well, I'm fat and so are three of my family members.  We weigh 200-250# each.  Take four adults and some suitcases, and a compact hatchback engineered much less ruggedly than ANY pickup truck, and that hatchback is still carrying 1000# without concern.  So in comparison, looking at the suspension and frame on even the lightest quarter-ton pickup truck there's NO WAY if a little subcompact with its tiny control arms and thin aluminum unibody can haul 1000# of passengers, that a ruggedized pickup truck would be limited to 500# in the bed, right?    &#x200B;  what's an actual realistic number that you'd be comfortable loading into the bed of a quarter ton pickup truck?","c_root_id_A":"hkelzli","c_root_id_B":"hkelz3j","created_at_utc_A":1636766789,"created_at_utc_B":1636766782,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Galipogos mentioned the military rating which the ton ratings were original. A two and a half ton military truck is a beast that could easily carry ten tons. The thing is the military ratings were set to what a truck could safely carry up a 100% grade (45 degrees). This is a very tough standard.","human_ref_B":"No, most my dad put in his Tacoma was a little more than 2200lbs  Towed another 5\/7k lbs at the same time every weekend for a few years","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qel7lr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How do I remove this dealers logo? Not sure what to call this logo (https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/Nw3NKez), but it has been on my car since I bought it. Does anyone know of a way to remove it without hurting the paint?","c_root_id_A":"hhuw4i2","c_root_id_B":"hhurszt","created_at_utc_A":1635081128,"created_at_utc_B":1635078603,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Clean the area around the decal, then get it hot and use an eraser wheel on a drill at low speed.  They're designed to remove vinyl pinstriping without damaging the paint and work beautifully on these type of stickers.  Make sure you do not have any dirt or grit that can be picked up by the wheel.","human_ref_B":"Im not sure if it'll damage the paint but eucalyptus oil helps dissolve adhesive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2525.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"qel7lr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How do I remove this dealers logo? Not sure what to call this logo (https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/Nw3NKez), but it has been on my car since I bought it. Does anyone know of a way to remove it without hurting the paint?","c_root_id_A":"hhuw4i2","c_root_id_B":"hhuvylp","created_at_utc_A":1635081128,"created_at_utc_B":1635081032,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Clean the area around the decal, then get it hot and use an eraser wheel on a drill at low speed.  They're designed to remove vinyl pinstriping without damaging the paint and work beautifully on these type of stickers.  Make sure you do not have any dirt or grit that can be picked up by the wheel.","human_ref_B":"Heatgun + ISO alcohol.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":96.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"psf7w0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Why is leading arm front suspension exclusively the realm of sci-fi? It is fairly common to see offroad vehicles in science fiction have \"futuristic\" suspension that resembles trailing arm suspension flipped the opposite direction for the front wheels. Probably the most iconic example is the Warthog in the Halo franchise (rolling chassis here).","c_root_id_A":"hdqf35o","c_root_id_B":"hdpxpi9","created_at_utc_A":1632240971,"created_at_utc_B":1632233706,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The front suspension of a Jeep Wrangler has had something vaguely like this for about 25 years.  The Jeep Cherokee was like this for a long time too.  4x4 Ford and Dodge pickups were like this for a long time (and may still be).  The only difference is they have 2 arms on each side, and put a spring & shock above the axle, but the arms swing forward like that.    With a lot of work, you could probably put all the springs inboard on the other end of the swing arms, but it would put all of those parts in the place where the people generally go, and leave all of that space open in the front where the engine\/suspension usually goes, so I'm not sure there's much incentive to do that.","human_ref_B":"Some highly articulated rock crawlers have suspensions like this.   Seems like they're great for maneuverability, but would probably be a handful at speed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7265.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"p1ql52","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does parking brake automatically engage while in neutral too long? Hi all! I'm hoping this is the right place for an answer. I'm in insurance and have a customer who was in a car wash and had her car in neutral. She got to the end of the wash and went to put her vehicle into drive and her parking brake was on. A vehicle behind her rear-ended her and they then got rear-ended themselves. According to my customer, \"newer vehicle automatically engage the parking brake if you're in neutral too long.\" She has a 2018 Chevy Traverse.  At this point, it's completely out of my hands and into an adjusters, but I'm just so curious! Is this really a thing now? I would think it would be a safety hazard. Also, I've been in that particular car wash, it's really not THAT long to be in neutral.","c_root_id_A":"h8f7rbk","c_root_id_B":"h8ffap8","created_at_utc_A":1628610529,"created_at_utc_B":1628613682,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like it might be a malfunction of the system.  https:\/\/www.traverseforum.com\/threads\/2018-traverse-auto-setting-parking-brake-while-in-auto-stop-mode-is-this-normal.12586\/","human_ref_B":"I've never heard of that but I do know many newer vehicles will auto set the parking brake if the vehicle is in drive while the driver door is open. This is to prevent vehicle rollaway Makes me wonder if she had her door open for some reason and then panicked when it went into auto park. Or, you have to apply brake to put the vehicle back into drive, I wonder if she took to long to figure that out and again, panicked allowing the other car to catch up to her. Also, the car wash should have cameras documenting the incident. And the associates should have monitored that and shut down the car wash before the collisions. So many things gone wrong.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3153.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"p1ql52","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does parking brake automatically engage while in neutral too long? Hi all! I'm hoping this is the right place for an answer. I'm in insurance and have a customer who was in a car wash and had her car in neutral. She got to the end of the wash and went to put her vehicle into drive and her parking brake was on. A vehicle behind her rear-ended her and they then got rear-ended themselves. According to my customer, \"newer vehicle automatically engage the parking brake if you're in neutral too long.\" She has a 2018 Chevy Traverse.  At this point, it's completely out of my hands and into an adjusters, but I'm just so curious! Is this really a thing now? I would think it would be a safety hazard. Also, I've been in that particular car wash, it's really not THAT long to be in neutral.","c_root_id_A":"h8gqokq","c_root_id_B":"h8fmh6y","created_at_utc_A":1628633941,"created_at_utc_B":1628616688,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"no never. more like the the customer has fed you a story.","human_ref_B":"Some cars if you let off the brake while not in park with the door open it will engage the brake","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17253.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"p1ql52","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does parking brake automatically engage while in neutral too long? Hi all! I'm hoping this is the right place for an answer. I'm in insurance and have a customer who was in a car wash and had her car in neutral. She got to the end of the wash and went to put her vehicle into drive and her parking brake was on. A vehicle behind her rear-ended her and they then got rear-ended themselves. According to my customer, \"newer vehicle automatically engage the parking brake if you're in neutral too long.\" She has a 2018 Chevy Traverse.  At this point, it's completely out of my hands and into an adjusters, but I'm just so curious! Is this really a thing now? I would think it would be a safety hazard. Also, I've been in that particular car wash, it's really not THAT long to be in neutral.","c_root_id_A":"h8gl9fn","c_root_id_B":"h8gqokq","created_at_utc_A":1628631506,"created_at_utc_B":1628633941,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Friend of mine has a LR Discovery 3 that has electric parking brake, and he's enough of a geek to have read the factory service manuals cover-to-cover.  In certain situations it will automatically engage the brake (and automatically disengage it again if you try to drive off), however it's not a standardised thing so every manufacturer and likely models\/years will differ - only a dealer or specialist tech with access to the full manufacturer's info would be likely to be able to tell you for sure although I'd hope at least a basic summary would be in the owner's manual.","human_ref_B":"no never. more like the the customer has fed you a story.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2435.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"p1ql52","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does parking brake automatically engage while in neutral too long? Hi all! I'm hoping this is the right place for an answer. I'm in insurance and have a customer who was in a car wash and had her car in neutral. She got to the end of the wash and went to put her vehicle into drive and her parking brake was on. A vehicle behind her rear-ended her and they then got rear-ended themselves. According to my customer, \"newer vehicle automatically engage the parking brake if you're in neutral too long.\" She has a 2018 Chevy Traverse.  At this point, it's completely out of my hands and into an adjusters, but I'm just so curious! Is this really a thing now? I would think it would be a safety hazard. Also, I've been in that particular car wash, it's really not THAT long to be in neutral.","c_root_id_A":"h8gqokq","c_root_id_B":"h8f7rbk","created_at_utc_A":1628633941,"created_at_utc_B":1628610529,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"no never. more like the the customer has fed you a story.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like it might be a malfunction of the system.  https:\/\/www.traverseforum.com\/threads\/2018-traverse-auto-setting-parking-brake-while-in-auto-stop-mode-is-this-normal.12586\/","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23412.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"p1ql52","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does parking brake automatically engage while in neutral too long? Hi all! I'm hoping this is the right place for an answer. I'm in insurance and have a customer who was in a car wash and had her car in neutral. She got to the end of the wash and went to put her vehicle into drive and her parking brake was on. A vehicle behind her rear-ended her and they then got rear-ended themselves. According to my customer, \"newer vehicle automatically engage the parking brake if you're in neutral too long.\" She has a 2018 Chevy Traverse.  At this point, it's completely out of my hands and into an adjusters, but I'm just so curious! Is this really a thing now? I would think it would be a safety hazard. Also, I've been in that particular car wash, it's really not THAT long to be in neutral.","c_root_id_A":"h8gl9fn","c_root_id_B":"h8fmh6y","created_at_utc_A":1628631506,"created_at_utc_B":1628616688,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Friend of mine has a LR Discovery 3 that has electric parking brake, and he's enough of a geek to have read the factory service manuals cover-to-cover.  In certain situations it will automatically engage the brake (and automatically disengage it again if you try to drive off), however it's not a standardised thing so every manufacturer and likely models\/years will differ - only a dealer or specialist tech with access to the full manufacturer's info would be likely to be able to tell you for sure although I'd hope at least a basic summary would be in the owner's manual.","human_ref_B":"Some cars if you let off the brake while not in park with the door open it will engage the brake","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14818.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"oa1h86","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Friend kicked gear shifter into another gear is this a problem? My friend was climbing in to the front seat and his foot hit the gear shifter (it\u2019s and automatic) and changed it from drive to neutral. Could this have cause any major problems? Like the way I shift the gears is by holding the button on the shifter and obviously moving back and forth, but this wasn\u2019t the case. I should note that my foot was on the break.","c_root_id_A":"h3fmx02","c_root_id_B":"h3fyfyk","created_at_utc_A":1624971163,"created_at_utc_B":1624977110,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"It's meant to do that, so you can throw it in neutral quick in an emergency (such as unintended acceleration...).","human_ref_B":"It literally cannot hurt the car in any way, driving or stationary autos are made to be kicked out of gear for emergencies.  I do drive manual primarily, but even with those you can do what your friend did. As long as you don\u2019t try to shift into another gear it\u2019s fine","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5947.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"oa1h86","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Friend kicked gear shifter into another gear is this a problem? My friend was climbing in to the front seat and his foot hit the gear shifter (it\u2019s and automatic) and changed it from drive to neutral. Could this have cause any major problems? Like the way I shift the gears is by holding the button on the shifter and obviously moving back and forth, but this wasn\u2019t the case. I should note that my foot was on the break.","c_root_id_A":"h3fyfyk","c_root_id_B":"h3fsp01","created_at_utc_A":1624977110,"created_at_utc_B":1624974310,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It literally cannot hurt the car in any way, driving or stationary autos are made to be kicked out of gear for emergencies.  I do drive manual primarily, but even with those you can do what your friend did. As long as you don\u2019t try to shift into another gear it\u2019s fine","human_ref_B":"You can take a break, but also you can take a brake. It\u2019s a little more difficult.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2800.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"na1nbw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Is AWD Still Active In Neutral? Is AWD active in neutral?  I feel like this is a solid \"no.\" Because AWD is controlling the spin of the wheels via power allocation. And since there's no power going to the wheels, it's the road that's turning the wheels. So, no AWD right? Like no slip protection.  I'm referencing a manual transmission with AWD (subaru crosstrek). I'm just curious about the concept. I'm not looking for drifting techniques or anything. If I was on a wet, slick road, and jerked the wheel while the vehicle was coasting in neutral, there'd be no assistance because the car is in neutral, right?","c_root_id_A":"gxr07hg","c_root_id_B":"gxqz1r5","created_at_utc_A":1620752665,"created_at_utc_B":1620752192,"score_A":23,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"On a subaru specifically, you can have some AWD interaction while the car is in neutral.   The Subaru AWD system operates on a viscous coupling center differential in the tail shaft of the transmission. this is trying to keep all wheels turning the same speed. In most manual variants of the transmission (DCCD excluded), this is a dumb viscous coupling that's tied to the output shaft to connect the front and rear wheels.      If the differences between front and rear wheel speed vary too much, this will generate heat within the fluid, causing changes in viscosity and thus friction, to try and keep wheels spinning at the same rate.      Now, in your cited use case, it really won't have any impact, because AWD doesn't offer much to any benefit in power-off situations. AWD is more about putting power down (accelerating) in poor traction situations. Because you haven't applied any power, the wheels will be as close to free-wheeling as they can be.","human_ref_B":"Neutral = no wheel drive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":473.0,"score_ratio":2.5555555556}
{"post_id":"msyqti","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can a stock 5.7 Hemi handle a supercharger? Hi guys, I'm new to the car modding scene and I was curious what I need to do to have my 2013 Chrysler 300c 5.7 supercharged. I've been told that a Charger RT stock can handle one, but can the Chrysler 5.7 handle it stock? If not, what do I need?","c_root_id_A":"guwo454","c_root_id_B":"guwql7o","created_at_utc_A":1618697585,"created_at_utc_B":1618698841,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Really depends how you drive it. If you launch it you will break stuff that's not made for that if you just use that extra horsepower to add power to a rolling momentum car it will last just fine just dont be an idiot driving it","human_ref_B":"Like most supercharger questions for a lower trim model...sell it and buy a 6.4 or Hellcat. Financially, performance-wise, or just plain logically, it's the better decision.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1256.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"msyqti","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can a stock 5.7 Hemi handle a supercharger? Hi guys, I'm new to the car modding scene and I was curious what I need to do to have my 2013 Chrysler 300c 5.7 supercharged. I've been told that a Charger RT stock can handle one, but can the Chrysler 5.7 handle it stock? If not, what do I need?","c_root_id_A":"guwql7o","c_root_id_B":"guwiei0","created_at_utc_A":1618698841,"created_at_utc_B":1618694607,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Like most supercharger questions for a lower trim model...sell it and buy a 6.4 or Hellcat. Financially, performance-wise, or just plain logically, it's the better decision.","human_ref_B":"You're asking the wrong questions. It's how much boost can it handle before I needs a cam and pistons that won't fly out the bottom.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4234.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"msyqti","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Can a stock 5.7 Hemi handle a supercharger? Hi guys, I'm new to the car modding scene and I was curious what I need to do to have my 2013 Chrysler 300c 5.7 supercharged. I've been told that a Charger RT stock can handle one, but can the Chrysler 5.7 handle it stock? If not, what do I need?","c_root_id_A":"guwo454","c_root_id_B":"guwiei0","created_at_utc_A":1618697585,"created_at_utc_B":1618694607,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Really depends how you drive it. If you launch it you will break stuff that's not made for that if you just use that extra horsepower to add power to a rolling momentum car it will last just fine just dont be an idiot driving it","human_ref_B":"You're asking the wrong questions. It's how much boost can it handle before I needs a cam and pistons that won't fly out the bottom.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2978.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gtg360g","c_root_id_B":"gtg9qta","created_at_utc_A":1617625593,"created_at_utc_B":1617629443,"score_A":16,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"When you need what should be a $10 piece of plastic, but it is only sold as part of $300 \"inner door assembly\"","human_ref_B":"When there aren\u2019t pictures. I recently needed some door trim clips. 3 different part numbers were listed for my car with the same description. I guess they\u2019re for different trim levels. I had to order them all and see which ones were correct because there weren\u2019t any pictures.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3850.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gtglt6n","c_root_id_B":"gtgn0j1","created_at_utc_A":1617635518,"created_at_utc_B":1617636068,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Being unable to find accurate part information and compatability.  Ive been trying to find out where the fuel temp sensor is in my evo and theres literally no documentation or part number for it.","human_ref_B":"Lack of pictures or bad pictures.  When a part is listed as fitting my vehicle and I know for a fact it doesn't.  The phrase \"direct OEM replacement\". Don't bullshit around, just call it a 3rd party replacement.  Sometimes the way parts are categorized is a bit wonky. Let's say I need to replace an motorized mirror with the wiring harness and switch, I need to look under Exterior, Electrical and Interior categories to find all the parts.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":550.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gtgyglz","c_root_id_B":"gtglt6n","created_at_utc_A":1617641223,"created_at_utc_B":1617635518,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My issue with parts online is that they're always shit. Bought brakes for my ranger (drums) and everything came as expected, but the new master cylinder was bad out of the box and the drums were never balanced. The most expensive parts were duds out the box","human_ref_B":"Being unable to find accurate part information and compatability.  Ive been trying to find out where the fuel temp sensor is in my evo and theres literally no documentation or part number for it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5705.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gtglt6n","c_root_id_B":"gth3fen","created_at_utc_A":1617635518,"created_at_utc_B":1617643453,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Being unable to find accurate part information and compatability.  Ive been trying to find out where the fuel temp sensor is in my evo and theres literally no documentation or part number for it.","human_ref_B":"Ordered a font end \" kit\" and receive 90% of order, then told the missing parts are back ordered.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7935.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gth2u3f","c_root_id_B":"gth3fen","created_at_utc_A":1617643189,"created_at_utc_B":1617643453,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Variants. Either when there's several different options, and it's not clear what's the difference.  The other extreme is when there's several options for the vehicle with no obvious difference. And when you order them all, you find out they are all identical, just with different item number.","human_ref_B":"Ordered a font end \" kit\" and receive 90% of order, then told the missing parts are back ordered.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":264.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gth3fen","c_root_id_B":"gth38fp","created_at_utc_A":1617643453,"created_at_utc_B":1617643365,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Ordered a font end \" kit\" and receive 90% of order, then told the missing parts are back ordered.","human_ref_B":"Seeing the correct pic and part # listed and receiving a different part in mail. Return took 3 weeks, then find out they are out of part needed and refund took another 2 weeks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":88.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gtglt6n","c_root_id_B":"gth2u3f","created_at_utc_A":1617635518,"created_at_utc_B":1617643189,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Being unable to find accurate part information and compatability.  Ive been trying to find out where the fuel temp sensor is in my evo and theres literally no documentation or part number for it.","human_ref_B":"Variants. Either when there's several different options, and it's not clear what's the difference.  The other extreme is when there's several options for the vehicle with no obvious difference. And when you order them all, you find out they are all identical, just with different item number.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7671.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gthkh54","c_root_id_B":"gtglt6n","created_at_utc_A":1617651225,"created_at_utc_B":1617635518,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Not knowing if a part fits my specific car. I have a 2004 V70R, lots of websites (*cough* Rockauto) only list the 2.4i and 2.5T. Yes the V70R is a 2.5T but a majority of the parts are not the same as the standard V70 2.5T.","human_ref_B":"Being unable to find accurate part information and compatability.  Ive been trying to find out where the fuel temp sensor is in my evo and theres literally no documentation or part number for it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15707.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gth2u3f","c_root_id_B":"gthkh54","created_at_utc_A":1617643189,"created_at_utc_B":1617651225,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Variants. Either when there's several different options, and it's not clear what's the difference.  The other extreme is when there's several options for the vehicle with no obvious difference. And when you order them all, you find out they are all identical, just with different item number.","human_ref_B":"Not knowing if a part fits my specific car. I have a 2004 V70R, lots of websites (*cough* Rockauto) only list the 2.4i and 2.5T. Yes the V70R is a 2.5T but a majority of the parts are not the same as the standard V70 2.5T.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8036.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gthkh54","c_root_id_B":"gth38fp","created_at_utc_A":1617651225,"created_at_utc_B":1617643365,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Not knowing if a part fits my specific car. I have a 2004 V70R, lots of websites (*cough* Rockauto) only list the 2.4i and 2.5T. Yes the V70R is a 2.5T but a majority of the parts are not the same as the standard V70 2.5T.","human_ref_B":"Seeing the correct pic and part # listed and receiving a different part in mail. Return took 3 weeks, then find out they are out of part needed and refund took another 2 weeks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7860.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gth3u9k","c_root_id_B":"gthkh54","created_at_utc_A":1617643637,"created_at_utc_B":1617651225,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"That the origin usually isn't listed. I'd like at least the option of buying a US\/Canadian\/Japan\/Europe made part when possible.","human_ref_B":"Not knowing if a part fits my specific car. I have a 2004 V70R, lots of websites (*cough* Rockauto) only list the 2.4i and 2.5T. Yes the V70R is a 2.5T but a majority of the parts are not the same as the standard V70 2.5T.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7588.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gthkh54","c_root_id_B":"gthk86y","created_at_utc_A":1617651225,"created_at_utc_B":1617651113,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Not knowing if a part fits my specific car. I have a 2004 V70R, lots of websites (*cough* Rockauto) only list the 2.4i and 2.5T. Yes the V70R is a 2.5T but a majority of the parts are not the same as the standard V70 2.5T.","human_ref_B":"Rock Auto won't ship to my address because of some dumb sales tax law","labels":1,"seconds_difference":112.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"mkjexg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What's been your biggest issue\/pet peeve when buying car parts online? Hey everyone! I'm working with a team to figure out how to make buying and selling car parts online easier. We've heard and read about a lot of pain, especially buying parts online. We\u2019re looking into the leading issues of the current platforms and would love your input:  **What's been your biggest issue\/challenge when trying to buy a car part online?**  Feel free to share a story you've experienced or heard of, we're trying to find out which problems are the most pressing and worth solving!  Cheers,  VT","c_root_id_A":"gthk86y","c_root_id_B":"gthppir","created_at_utc_A":1617651113,"created_at_utc_B":1617653604,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Rock Auto won't ship to my address because of some dumb sales tax law","human_ref_B":"My gripe is when a part that has a specific port that it fits into does not have accurate measurements on it.  For instance, if you're trying to find a hose that fits into a port on a pump, the hose should have the size of the threading and the inner\/outter diameters of the hole in the part description.  You can't tell how big or small the threading or hole is by a picture.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2491.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"lx3h7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Hey someone drove into my sisters car, anyone know what colour their car could be? https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/TyJbvDE.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gpl1nu6","c_root_id_B":"gpl0kql","created_at_utc_A":1614808816,"created_at_utc_B":1614808339,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Whatever color it is, thats how her car looks now. Buff ot out and move on. You'll never find em. Also that looks like she clipped something maybe?","human_ref_B":"Looks like concrete","labels":1,"seconds_difference":477.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"lx3h7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Hey someone drove into my sisters car, anyone know what colour their car could be? https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/TyJbvDE.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gpl0kql","c_root_id_B":"gplcjiv","created_at_utc_A":1614808339,"created_at_utc_B":1614813979,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Looks like concrete","human_ref_B":"She hit something with her car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5640.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"juf9f9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is parking over leaves a bad idea? Sorry if this is a dumb question, but is parking over leaves ever a bad idea? They\u2019re just casually on the street. I didn\u2019t have much room to park somewhere else. It just came into my mind as a question since I thought maybe leaves could get in an under part of the car.","c_root_id_A":"gcc2i2l","c_root_id_B":"gcc2gbo","created_at_utc_A":1605412443,"created_at_utc_B":1605412424,"score_A":14,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Somebody cautioned me there's a risk of the leaves catching fire on your exhaust. Seems slightly plausible, but I think we'd see A LOT more car fires if that were the case.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s not a dumb question and you should be totally fine. Like how people go off-roading and mudding and stuff- your car is designed to not be vulnerable to things like that u know?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"juf9f9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is parking over leaves a bad idea? Sorry if this is a dumb question, but is parking over leaves ever a bad idea? They\u2019re just casually on the street. I didn\u2019t have much room to park somewhere else. It just came into my mind as a question since I thought maybe leaves could get in an under part of the car.","c_root_id_A":"gcc2gbo","c_root_id_B":"gcce2t5","created_at_utc_A":1605412424,"created_at_utc_B":1605417064,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s not a dumb question and you should be totally fine. Like how people go off-roading and mudding and stuff- your car is designed to not be vulnerable to things like that u know?","human_ref_B":"The leaves aren't a problem, especially on the street. But parking over tall grass DOES encourage mice, so that's a thing to avoid.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4640.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"juf9f9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is parking over leaves a bad idea? Sorry if this is a dumb question, but is parking over leaves ever a bad idea? They\u2019re just casually on the street. I didn\u2019t have much room to park somewhere else. It just came into my mind as a question since I thought maybe leaves could get in an under part of the car.","c_root_id_A":"gce1n7p","c_root_id_B":"gcd3wkb","created_at_utc_A":1605448064,"created_at_utc_B":1605429666,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"There is not really a simple answer this this question, as it's not as simple as safe or unsafe. So lets think about what the risk factors are  and you can make your own choices from there.   So what are we worried about when parking over leaves? Simple: Fire. We don't want our vehicles going up in flames as that is super inconvenient.   So why would a fire start under your car when parking on leaves? Well that is simple too: The hot surfaces under your vehicle, primary your exhaust, could potentially ignite a few leaves. This fire could then rapidly spread and ultimately lead to you having a very bad day.   With this in mind, what factors would make a day ruining fire under your vehicle more likely? I can think of two:  1) The volume or height of leaves that you are parked on. Are the leaves likely to contact the hot parts of your car if you park on them? If you are plowing the leaves with your bumper in order to park, then probably. If you are not plowing leaves then the risk is lower. Note that lower risk does not equal no risk. Always use your best judgement.   2) The moisture content of the leaves. If the leaves are dry, then they are pretty much begging to be set on fire. If its been raining and the leaves are damp or soaked, then there is much lower risk of them igniting.   When it comes to the necessity of parking on the street when there are lots of leaves, I keep the two factors above in mind. If there are huge piles of dry leaves, I am not going to park there. If there is a small pile of dry leaves, I'm not going to worry.   Hopefully this helps! Stay safe out there and remember to keep your stick on the ice.","human_ref_B":"If we're just talking about a handful of errant leaves in the street, then no, you don't have to worry about leaves getting \"in\" under your car. The underside is absolutely painted in all of the worst things you can imagine, contact with a leaf or two isn't going to make much difference.   But if we're talking about *a lot* of leaves, especially dry leaves, they're an excellent fire starter, so consider parking somewhere else.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18398.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jt9w8p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Why can't they make shitty cars look good on the outside? For example why can't they make a Honda civic look like a rolls royce?","c_root_id_A":"gc4fmcz","c_root_id_B":"gc4fos5","created_at_utc_A":1605241289,"created_at_utc_B":1605241333,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"The whole polishing a turd thing...","human_ref_B":"Because now it's worth more   and someone will pay more   which means the price will thus be higher.      Not everyone really wants to drive something super flashy necessarily. They care about what's inside and such. As long as it looks \\*decent\\* outside, that's fine.      And also, driving a Honda Wraith......it sounds a bit silly tbh. No one is stopping you from going and doing it tho. Other than endless regulations.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":44.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"jt9w8p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Why can't they make shitty cars look good on the outside? For example why can't they make a Honda civic look like a rolls royce?","c_root_id_A":"gc4nn69","c_root_id_B":"gc4fmcz","created_at_utc_A":1605247085,"created_at_utc_B":1605241289,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Status symbols and high end brand dilution.  People pay for the high end cars and features, and they don't want them to look like the lower end car of the same or different brand.   If you make your economy cars look as good as your luxury cars, they may sell well, but then you dilute the value of your luxury (high margin) brand, which will likely suffer in sales. There has to be something to distinguish the luxury car from your standard car.   In an economy car, *everything* is economical, where the mid end cars are a mix and high end cars have not only more options, but better standard features as well as better looks.   Some of it is just sheet metal, but they still save those looks for their upper end badges.  If you want a car with good looks and cheaper... used is definitely a good option.","human_ref_B":"The whole polishing a turd thing...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5796.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"jt9w8p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Why can't they make shitty cars look good on the outside? For example why can't they make a Honda civic look like a rolls royce?","c_root_id_A":"gc4fmcz","c_root_id_B":"gc52z1k","created_at_utc_A":1605241289,"created_at_utc_B":1605262096,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The whole polishing a turd thing...","human_ref_B":"You can get a Chinese knockoff of a Rolls-Royce for like $40k","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20807.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"haxijp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Help me with a huge decision. Reliability long-term is key. Your expertise greatly appreciated. 2017 CPO Kia Sorento EX V6 AWD or 2018 Mazda CX-5 AWD Touring? Do I take the Kia because of the extended warranty? Will the Mazda last longer regardless? I like having more space with the Kia and the EX with leather seats is nice. Mazda is gorgeous. Both have great AWD systems. Can\u2019t decide. Most important is long-term reliability.","c_root_id_A":"fv5nxy6","c_root_id_B":"fv5nvul","created_at_utc_A":1592423591,"created_at_utc_B":1592423570,"score_A":23,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Just my opinion, buy the nicest Highlander you can afford and call it a day. KIAs have extended warranties because you need them. They aren't inherently bad cars, just fiddley with lots of little gremlins and faults that pop up and you'll spend more time at the dealer than any reasonable person would want **or** you'll say fuck it, that stupid doodad can just be broke now.   The CX5 is in its third year of the generation, I haven't heard anything horrible about them, nor anything great about them. Could be great, could be they all blow up at 75k, who knows. Its sort of subjective and to each their own.   But when someone is looking for a reliable daily with longevity, and a Toyota isn't in the running, something is wrong.","human_ref_B":"Most reliable car is the one with a warranty.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21.0,"score_ratio":5.75}
{"post_id":"h9h080","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Should I put any money into my car before I sell? I have a '99 Toyota 4runner with 300k miles. I've had the car since I graduated high school, and at that time, I really knew nothing about maintaining a vehicle. So regrettably, the 4runner has not been well maintained, other than a regular oil change.   Needs: brakes (probably calipers too) \\*brake light on\\*, timing belt, spark plugs (I've been having some rough starts lately). Has an air system leak (causing check engine light), a skinned wire somewhere in the steering column (I think) which prevents the turn signals from working.  Has a small leak in the sunroof that drips when it's raining. Small oil leak.   On the positive side, it starts reliably, and the A\/C works lol.   Seeing as the truck isn't worth very much, I'm wondering if I should put any money into this vehicle before I try to sell it. Would it be worth it? Do you think it would even sell?","c_root_id_A":"fuwnlkj","c_root_id_B":"fuwm1fl","created_at_utc_A":1592233053,"created_at_utc_B":1592232267,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If the repairs cost $1000 and you can get an extra $2000 when you sell it, definitely do the work, but if the repairs cost $1000 and it'll only add $500 in value it's not worth doing. Do some cost\/benefit analysis on the situation and that'll pretty much make your decision to fix\/not to fix for you.  If your truck doesn't have rust on the frame, it's worth some money. Toyota trucks are very popular and if the frame is solid then someone will come take it off your hands for sure.","human_ref_B":"If you spend the money on fixing it or do it yourself you\u2019ll get more cash out of the car to put towards your next car. But if that doesn\u2019t matter to you then sell it as is and I bet someone will fix it up","labels":1,"seconds_difference":786.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"gsac7r","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Buying a car with ''Used'' Brakes? Been car shopping for a while. Found an interesting offer. Mazda3 2011, 75k mls, AC works, comes with 2 winter tires. 6000$.  Looks clean, nice and sharp. Here's a few pics:  https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/6wkd4Ey  The guy I'm buying it from (not a dealer) said he had the car checked and approved by his own mechanic. Say everything is fine; regular oil changes and inspection.  Just to make sure though, we brought the car one last time to a Mechanic near my house (never been there) and I have 1200$ ish issues to do apparently. The guy there said the brakes were ''done'', had to change all 4 wheels, including the Front and Rear Pads as well as all disc.  A couple of other small stuff like ''bearings'?, L-CLip and 4 spark plugs had to be adjusted...I was a little taken aback because the car really looked and seemed fine to me.  Since it is a used car with decent mileage on it, it is normal for it to have usage issues but 1200$? Do you guys think the mech might have exagerated some issues to inflate the price?","c_root_id_A":"fs4i9s2","c_root_id_B":"fs4gd1p","created_at_utc_A":1590696385,"created_at_utc_B":1590695478,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"So much wrong with what you said, but essentially every wear item (tires, brakes, spark plugs, etc) are worn and may need replacing soon. Car is fine, just needs maintenance. But for $6000? Ripoff.","human_ref_B":"Just curious, was it a name brand shop? If so, which one? Some are more notoriously bad than others, but it varies pretty widely.  Even with these \"issues\" I'd buy the car. It's clean and the price is nice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":907.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gsac7r","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Buying a car with ''Used'' Brakes? Been car shopping for a while. Found an interesting offer. Mazda3 2011, 75k mls, AC works, comes with 2 winter tires. 6000$.  Looks clean, nice and sharp. Here's a few pics:  https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/6wkd4Ey  The guy I'm buying it from (not a dealer) said he had the car checked and approved by his own mechanic. Say everything is fine; regular oil changes and inspection.  Just to make sure though, we brought the car one last time to a Mechanic near my house (never been there) and I have 1200$ ish issues to do apparently. The guy there said the brakes were ''done'', had to change all 4 wheels, including the Front and Rear Pads as well as all disc.  A couple of other small stuff like ''bearings'?, L-CLip and 4 spark plugs had to be adjusted...I was a little taken aback because the car really looked and seemed fine to me.  Since it is a used car with decent mileage on it, it is normal for it to have usage issues but 1200$? Do you guys think the mech might have exagerated some issues to inflate the price?","c_root_id_A":"fs4gd1p","c_root_id_B":"fs4pkgb","created_at_utc_A":1590695478,"created_at_utc_B":1590699893,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just curious, was it a name brand shop? If so, which one? Some are more notoriously bad than others, but it varies pretty widely.  Even with these \"issues\" I'd buy the car. It's clean and the price is nice.","human_ref_B":"I had a mechanic tell me my brakes were toast. So after a few months I bought new pads and when I went to put the new ones on the old ones were only half worn. Gonna need more details on \"bearings\" and \"l-clip\". You don't adjust spark plugs but you can remove them, wire brush and re-gap,  but it they are just normal plugs (not irridium) easier and cheaper (if paying labor) to just replace. I used to re-gap plugs when I was a poor student and you'd get a few extra thousand miles put of worn ones. 75,000miles is about the time you are going to need minor repairs done, so all this is somewhat expected. The severity of \"need\" for repairs is subjective though.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4415.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"f76mar","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Where should I start to get into fixing and building cars if I am Broke? Hi. I am new to this subbreddit and new to the car community. I was introduced to cars by my Brother Kennedy. He used to talk about cars all the time and it used to really annoy me. But I figured out that the only way that I am going to be able to survive through our conversations is to learn about cars. So I started talking to him about cars and asking him all my questions like annoying little sisters do. He told me to just watch hella youtube videos. I am 16 and I dont have my own car but I really want to get a 1991 Honda CRX. I want to learn about cars so I can understand things with my car when I get it and also for when my siblings and my boyfriend start talking about cars. I feel so clueless and there is so much stuff in the car community that I dont know where to start. How did you guys start getting into cars?","c_root_id_A":"fi9gjiv","c_root_id_B":"fi9gadi","created_at_utc_A":1582265108,"created_at_utc_B":1582264860,"score_A":27,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"YouTube is a great place for getting into cars. I'm embarrassed to admit how much time I spend watching YouTube but here are some of my favorite car YouTubers and short descriptions about each.  Goonzquad: Georgia Boys who rebuild wrecked cars and trucks  Jimmy oakes: Japanese car scene, into engine swaps and fab work  Adam lz: Japanese car scene, competetor in fd and meticulously dials in his builds to suit certain purposes. Has a large car collection  Cleetus mcfarland: Florida man is the best description for this jabroni. He loves America and v8s and mountain dew and recently purchased a race track in South Florida  Ammo NYC: if you love detailing and paint correction and what not you will like this guy  B is for build: cool dude in Oregon who has built 2 crazy Sema cars. Check this guy out he also rebuilds wrecked cars  Chris fix: great source for learning general maintenence and tips and tricks  Hoonigan: these guys do any and everything related to cars and are a huge influence in the automotive industry  Sxsblog: these guys in Michigan love modding and driving side by sides  Thatdudeinblue: car reviewer with great content  I follow many more car YouTubers than this but I just listed my favorites. Enjoy!","human_ref_B":"I got into cars with $200 and a friend with a truck. We flat towed a broken down $200 car back to my house and I just kinda figured it out as I went. $800, a few months of not knowing what the hell I was doing and a few mistakes later and I had a running project car.  In your case, a 1991 Honda of that vintage could very well be had for the ballpark of $1000 in running shape. It is an older Japanese car, so there could be some kinks to work out, but for a high schooler, the car would be perfectly usable and reliable honestly.   Save up anyway you can, and while doing so, constantly check nearby for listings within your price range and when you can afford it, pull the trigger. This gives you the perfect chance to kickstart basic maintenance. Buying a used car means you should perform the usual stuff, a great stepping stone.  Oil change, coolant flush, brake flush, serpentine belt and possibly brakes. Check the forums and  every YouTube video you can (older Honda's have such a rabid following you'll get at least a 1000 videos and millions of forum postings about every repair ever) to learn how to do it all. Slowly, but surely it'll all just kinda start falling into place.  And trust me, you're not the only broke high schooler\/college kid doing car stuff on a very limited budget, I'm in college and have very little to spare on my project, but we just make it work.  Ask your friends for tools or assistance or a place to work, as a car guy, nothing is better than a Saturday hanging with a couple of friends just ripping a car apart.   No matter what ya choose to do, the car community is happy to have another fresh face to enjoy the same crazy hobby we do!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":248.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"f76mar","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Where should I start to get into fixing and building cars if I am Broke? Hi. I am new to this subbreddit and new to the car community. I was introduced to cars by my Brother Kennedy. He used to talk about cars all the time and it used to really annoy me. But I figured out that the only way that I am going to be able to survive through our conversations is to learn about cars. So I started talking to him about cars and asking him all my questions like annoying little sisters do. He told me to just watch hella youtube videos. I am 16 and I dont have my own car but I really want to get a 1991 Honda CRX. I want to learn about cars so I can understand things with my car when I get it and also for when my siblings and my boyfriend start talking about cars. I feel so clueless and there is so much stuff in the car community that I dont know where to start. How did you guys start getting into cars?","c_root_id_A":"fi9gfzk","c_root_id_B":"fi9gjiv","created_at_utc_A":1582265012,"created_at_utc_B":1582265108,"score_A":7,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"By just hanging out with car guys. Started working on my own car when ever I didn't know what to do I asked friends who knew what they do. Or watched YouTube videos.  For all cars there are repair guides, that will tell\/show you how to do everything. Can really help you out with your own maintenance.","human_ref_B":"YouTube is a great place for getting into cars. I'm embarrassed to admit how much time I spend watching YouTube but here are some of my favorite car YouTubers and short descriptions about each.  Goonzquad: Georgia Boys who rebuild wrecked cars and trucks  Jimmy oakes: Japanese car scene, into engine swaps and fab work  Adam lz: Japanese car scene, competetor in fd and meticulously dials in his builds to suit certain purposes. Has a large car collection  Cleetus mcfarland: Florida man is the best description for this jabroni. He loves America and v8s and mountain dew and recently purchased a race track in South Florida  Ammo NYC: if you love detailing and paint correction and what not you will like this guy  B is for build: cool dude in Oregon who has built 2 crazy Sema cars. Check this guy out he also rebuilds wrecked cars  Chris fix: great source for learning general maintenence and tips and tricks  Hoonigan: these guys do any and everything related to cars and are a huge influence in the automotive industry  Sxsblog: these guys in Michigan love modding and driving side by sides  Thatdudeinblue: car reviewer with great content  I follow many more car YouTubers than this but I just listed my favorites. Enjoy!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":96.0,"score_ratio":3.8571428571}
{"post_id":"f76mar","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Where should I start to get into fixing and building cars if I am Broke? Hi. I am new to this subbreddit and new to the car community. I was introduced to cars by my Brother Kennedy. He used to talk about cars all the time and it used to really annoy me. But I figured out that the only way that I am going to be able to survive through our conversations is to learn about cars. So I started talking to him about cars and asking him all my questions like annoying little sisters do. He told me to just watch hella youtube videos. I am 16 and I dont have my own car but I really want to get a 1991 Honda CRX. I want to learn about cars so I can understand things with my car when I get it and also for when my siblings and my boyfriend start talking about cars. I feel so clueless and there is so much stuff in the car community that I dont know where to start. How did you guys start getting into cars?","c_root_id_A":"fi9hzwy","c_root_id_B":"fi9ju0i","created_at_utc_A":1582266587,"created_at_utc_B":1582268594,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I was lucky because my high school had an automotives course. Taught us how to measure, what certain systems there are in a vehicle, types of systems, variations..   Got a job at costco in the tire centre. Learned how to do tires.  Got my first dealership job.. second dealer job.. third dealer job.. finally made it as an apprentice tech.  This shit takes time. Knowing what systems do what, how they work and operate, why they're necessary.. the dangers, what to look out for and so on.   Then theres cars and modifying cars.. rare cars, shit cars. Easy to mod cars, easy cars that take power easy, cars that make power easy.. reliable never will die cars.. brands.. engines\/engine codes  Going into car forums on facebook helps a lot too. and instagram.   Car shows, car meets, season openers for the car season..  Since you already know what car you want to get... do some digging. Problems that came with the car\/known with the car. Google\/youtube how to fix those problems. Google those problems and google more. Get yourself familiar with the car, the problems and how people tend to fix those problems. Google pictures of the engine and try spotting some areas..  A LOT of mechanics use google and youtube.","human_ref_B":"I learned to wrench by necessity - I had an old junker that I needed to keep alive but didn't have enough cash to pay someone to do it. My solution was to go to the library and borrow a Haynes Repair Manual covering the car I owned.     I feel reading the repair manual was easier for me than it would be looking at youtube.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2007.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"f76mar","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Where should I start to get into fixing and building cars if I am Broke? Hi. I am new to this subbreddit and new to the car community. I was introduced to cars by my Brother Kennedy. He used to talk about cars all the time and it used to really annoy me. But I figured out that the only way that I am going to be able to survive through our conversations is to learn about cars. So I started talking to him about cars and asking him all my questions like annoying little sisters do. He told me to just watch hella youtube videos. I am 16 and I dont have my own car but I really want to get a 1991 Honda CRX. I want to learn about cars so I can understand things with my car when I get it and also for when my siblings and my boyfriend start talking about cars. I feel so clueless and there is so much stuff in the car community that I dont know where to start. How did you guys start getting into cars?","c_root_id_A":"fib16z8","c_root_id_B":"fiachqg","created_at_utc_A":1582312522,"created_at_utc_B":1582298147,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I was also once a broke highschool kid who wanted to get into cars desperately. Here's something's I did:  1. Join highschool auto shop if your school has it.  2. Look at community colleges in your area that have autoshop programs.  Maybe your parents will sign you up for a class as a good intro.  3.  Motorcycles and atv's are a great place to start to get into cars.  The basics are the same, only the engines etc are usually much smaller and easier to work on. My first engine rebuild was a 4cyl Kawasaki. 4. Look into car clubs in your area. Every Chevelle club I've been in has had a scholarship for kids looking to start a career in cars.  Most clubs would love to show a inquisitive teenager the basics. Since you like Honda's, start there.","human_ref_B":"I made friends with the local car dudes in my town.  Literally went to where they hung out at (irl and online) told them their cars were cool and I wanted to learn.  One dude was a few blocks from my house and I rode my bike over to help him do some maintenance on his car.  He told me what to do and I just started wrenching.  I did this for a few other folks in my area and built relationships.  This all helped when I finally save enough for my own car and they gave me some solid pointers and recommendations on which cars to look out for.  I get you on the overwhelming feeling.  Theres a lot and you should just do what makes you excited and just gravitate towards whatever that is.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14375.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"f76mar","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Where should I start to get into fixing and building cars if I am Broke? Hi. I am new to this subbreddit and new to the car community. I was introduced to cars by my Brother Kennedy. He used to talk about cars all the time and it used to really annoy me. But I figured out that the only way that I am going to be able to survive through our conversations is to learn about cars. So I started talking to him about cars and asking him all my questions like annoying little sisters do. He told me to just watch hella youtube videos. I am 16 and I dont have my own car but I really want to get a 1991 Honda CRX. I want to learn about cars so I can understand things with my car when I get it and also for when my siblings and my boyfriend start talking about cars. I feel so clueless and there is so much stuff in the car community that I dont know where to start. How did you guys start getting into cars?","c_root_id_A":"fib16z8","c_root_id_B":"fiaelyo","created_at_utc_A":1582312522,"created_at_utc_B":1582299438,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I was also once a broke highschool kid who wanted to get into cars desperately. Here's something's I did:  1. Join highschool auto shop if your school has it.  2. Look at community colleges in your area that have autoshop programs.  Maybe your parents will sign you up for a class as a good intro.  3.  Motorcycles and atv's are a great place to start to get into cars.  The basics are the same, only the engines etc are usually much smaller and easier to work on. My first engine rebuild was a 4cyl Kawasaki. 4. Look into car clubs in your area. Every Chevelle club I've been in has had a scholarship for kids looking to start a career in cars.  Most clubs would love to show a inquisitive teenager the basics. Since you like Honda's, start there.","human_ref_B":"First thing is be realistic.   You're going to have to start from the bottom and work your way up.   You want a Honda so you're already ahead as far as cheap, easy to learn how to work on and plentiful goes.  1. Join some local car related Facebook groups including the buy\/sell ones.  2. Join Honda-tech forums and ask lots of questions  3. Follow the Honda centered YouTube channels  like BoostedBoiz and PFI Speed and GoofyBuiltShane, also DEADBEATGARAGE and definitely Garage Built Hondas for the really quality EF and CRX stuff.  4. Get an idea of what you want and your goals for a build.  Keep in mind you can build something and learn, then trade or sell it off to get what you want later.   You might be able to find a clean, non running shell on FB Marketplace or through groups for nearly nothing and network through people to get parts cheap.     The whole thing is really what you make of it.  If you're willing to get your hands dirty, make friends and spend some time and a little money on this it can be an incredibly rewarding experience.     Nothing beats the first time you drive *your* car that *you* built from random bare parts on a floor....take it out and show it off and tell people what went into it when they ask.  It's pretty rad.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13084.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ekmjox","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Other than being decked out with police gear and lights, is there a different between the Ford explorer and Ford Interceptor?","c_root_id_A":"fdchrwv","c_root_id_B":"fdcm6oy","created_at_utc_A":1578275219,"created_at_utc_B":1578278366,"score_A":11,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m not a ford person, but I believe they all have one of the higher-end engines and AWD standard. They also don\u2019t have a proper center console since police departments have their own standard for those. I\u2019m not sure if there are more differences. Someone correct me if I\u2019m wrong.  If you\u2019re talking about buying one used, be aware you might not have a center console. There will be holes in the roof where antennas used to be (they might be filled in with sealant), and they all get driven pretty hard by responders since they need to get to emergencies quickly.","human_ref_B":"Interceptor if i recall comes with a different system for managing long idles and more batteries or an aux battery somewhere else.  I recall it had some extra oil system on the police version to help with the fact that the cars will be idling for a long time.  And some strengthened wheels or something. I read an article about this.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3147.0,"score_ratio":1.6363636364}
{"post_id":"ekmjox","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Other than being decked out with police gear and lights, is there a different between the Ford explorer and Ford Interceptor?","c_root_id_A":"fdclk57","c_root_id_B":"fdcm6oy","created_at_utc_A":1578277913,"created_at_utc_B":1578278366,"score_A":4,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"They have a different suspension for better handling. I also heard that the air intake is different for some odd reason, but I don\u2019t suppose that really matters.","human_ref_B":"Interceptor if i recall comes with a different system for managing long idles and more batteries or an aux battery somewhere else.  I recall it had some extra oil system on the police version to help with the fact that the cars will be idling for a long time.  And some strengthened wheels or something. I read an article about this.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":453.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"ekmjox","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Other than being decked out with police gear and lights, is there a different between the Ford explorer and Ford Interceptor?","c_root_id_A":"fdcoeou","c_root_id_B":"fdclk57","created_at_utc_A":1578279968,"created_at_utc_B":1578277913,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"this website seems to give a good rundown on what differs between the models:   https:\/\/www.government-fleet.com\/156766\/police-interceptor-utility-vs-ford-explorer","human_ref_B":"They have a different suspension for better handling. I also heard that the air intake is different for some odd reason, but I don\u2019t suppose that really matters.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2055.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"ekmjox","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Other than being decked out with police gear and lights, is there a different between the Ford explorer and Ford Interceptor?","c_root_id_A":"fdcqp5p","c_root_id_B":"fdclk57","created_at_utc_A":1578281658,"created_at_utc_B":1578277913,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"They look the same but are way different. Interceptors have different engine combinations and some have non civilian engine modifications. The hp is bumped up threw tuning. Some are na some are twin turbo. The rear end is reinforced for rear collisions. Some have fire suppression systems. The rims and tires are the same size as the Taurus. It has heavy duty brakes and suspension that some components are different than civilian. All interior panels are plain with no frills. They do come with out a rear seat but you can order one from factory. Am\/FM stereo. Regular ac.  Some have ballistic panels in the doors. Some come from factory with lights and sirens others are hacked up by aftermarket company's. Main thing is they are a tool not a regular suv.","human_ref_B":"They have a different suspension for better handling. I also heard that the air intake is different for some odd reason, but I don\u2019t suppose that really matters.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3745.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"e7hxbs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is AWD needed if you carry snow chains? Hi all!  I'm considering purchasing my next vehicle with AWD, as I sometimes drive in snow for weekend trips up to the mountains etc.  My understanding is that the only real benefit to AWD is gripping with all four tires when moving off from a stationary position in snow.  Therefore, would carrying snowchains and - gasp! - actually USING them simply negate any real need for an AWD vehicle? Is AWD mostly a convenience option for those who hate using snowchains frequently?  Are there other situations where AWD is a plus? Going up a very steep gravel forest road, for example?  The price differential for AWD vs no AWD is considerable. I'm just trying to figure out how much of a \"necessity\" it actually is for hilly and\/or snow driving, when carrying chains.  Thanks for any advice!","c_root_id_A":"fa05013","c_root_id_B":"f9zro9c","created_at_utc_A":1575748959,"created_at_utc_B":1575744749,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As someone who lives in a very mountainous region with frequent heavy snowfalls with a long commute, AWD vehicles are worth their weight in gold in my opinion. Especially newer AWD vehicles that come with advanced traction and stability controls. As far as traction goes you will have piece of mind every time you go to pull into traffic on a snow covered road that your vehicle will actually move and not just spin. You will have considerably more stability at speed on snow covered highways, or going up hills with the traction and stability control systems.   With all that being said the one thing that an AWD will have issues with just like all vehicles, is stopping. Yes the stability and traction systems will help some with stopping, but not like studded tires or chains will.   If you take a AWD and put chains, or studded tires on it, you will pretty much have a giant snowmobile.","human_ref_B":"AWD is always nice to have, but \u201cneed\u201d is a strong word. With proper snow tires, chains are also not needed, imo for your standard fwd and even rwd vehicles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4210.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"e7hxbs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is AWD needed if you carry snow chains? Hi all!  I'm considering purchasing my next vehicle with AWD, as I sometimes drive in snow for weekend trips up to the mountains etc.  My understanding is that the only real benefit to AWD is gripping with all four tires when moving off from a stationary position in snow.  Therefore, would carrying snowchains and - gasp! - actually USING them simply negate any real need for an AWD vehicle? Is AWD mostly a convenience option for those who hate using snowchains frequently?  Are there other situations where AWD is a plus? Going up a very steep gravel forest road, for example?  The price differential for AWD vs no AWD is considerable. I'm just trying to figure out how much of a \"necessity\" it actually is for hilly and\/or snow driving, when carrying chains.  Thanks for any advice!","c_root_id_A":"f9zro9c","c_root_id_B":"fa0a50e","created_at_utc_A":1575744749,"created_at_utc_B":1575751450,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"AWD is always nice to have, but \u201cneed\u201d is a strong word. With proper snow tires, chains are also not needed, imo for your standard fwd and even rwd vehicles.","human_ref_B":"AWD with proper tires > FWD with proper tires > AWD with all season tires > FWD with all season tires  AWD is a nice to have.  There are a limited set of situations where AWD helps, like steep inclines.  AWD does not help you stop or turn.  And it's not a substitute for proper tires.  For me, it is not worth it due to the added cost and mpg hit.  Most people I know who bought a car with AWD still use shitty tires and assume AWD cars are invincible in snow.  Nope.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6701.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"cwnqqe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Should I be worried about my truck left in drive overnight? I let someone borrow my truck yesterday and they left it in drive(automatic transmission) with the emergency brake engaged overnight. Is this something that is not a huge deal or is it really bad and  should take the truck to a mechanic?","c_root_id_A":"eydfc62","c_root_id_B":"eyddfcp","created_at_utc_A":1567017658,"created_at_utc_B":1567016641,"score_A":19,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"How did they get the key out if it was in D?","human_ref_B":"Running or off?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1017.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"cwnqqe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Should I be worried about my truck left in drive overnight? I let someone borrow my truck yesterday and they left it in drive(automatic transmission) with the emergency brake engaged overnight. Is this something that is not a huge deal or is it really bad and  should take the truck to a mechanic?","c_root_id_A":"eydtqh3","c_root_id_B":"eyddfcp","created_at_utc_A":1567024604,"created_at_utc_B":1567016641,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"No problem whatsoever. The only way to damage a vehicle overnight is to set it on fire and let it burn; there's almost no way to damage an automatic transmission via the controls in the car. I've only ever broken a trans when putting 500+ ft\/lbs of torque through it.","human_ref_B":"Running or off?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7963.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"53czqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Instead of NO2, why don't people just pipe straight compressed O2 into their engines for more power?","c_root_id_A":"d7ry7rg","c_root_id_B":"d7ryf8t","created_at_utc_A":1474218531,"created_at_utc_B":1474218803,"score_A":6,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"That's pretty much was a turbo does (minus the purity of the air). NoS I'm pretty sure increases the amount of oxygen in the combustion or it allows the existing oxygen to burn better","human_ref_B":"http:\/\/www.nitrous.info\/oxygen-instead-nitrous-oxide.htm  Basically it's impractical because the N2O becomes a liquid when it's compressed and O2 doesn't.   The N2O cools the incoming air down as it's injected whereas O2 would just take the place of the incoming air.   The N2O cools the air inside the combustion chamber by way of the nitrogen absorbing heat, where O2 doesn't and that leads to serious detonation.   And also since nitrogen doesn't burn it also can absorb the heat after combustion, whereas O2 wouldn't and would lead to melting.   Edit-Changed NO2 to N2O","labels":0,"seconds_difference":272.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"4u1jnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How closely can someone replicate an active police car before legal issues are brought up? Title. Was wondering about this for a while. Obviously, it's not legal to have actual names of police departments, but if I had a crown vic, how far could I go?","c_root_id_A":"d5m42ky","c_root_id_B":"d5m9yhs","created_at_utc_A":1469176277,"created_at_utc_B":1469192801,"score_A":11,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Bumper, rough ish paint job, lights on the top. Basically if it doesnt say police on it i think thats ok... not a lawyer though.  Edit: From comment replies, deff not red and blues thatd be cop lights for sure but you could get yellow\/orange lights or even an LED bar thatd look kind of similar","human_ref_B":"Depends on the state - which is not a helpful post, but there are 50 different sets of laws about it.  There's no laws, though, about running a single boring-colored Crown Vic, installing a bullbar and a CB whip antenna on the trunk, putting black steelies on, tinting the windows down to the legal minimum, and slapping a spotlight on the driver's side.  It makes you a _dick_, though.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16524.0,"score_ratio":1.6363636364}
{"post_id":"4u1jnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How closely can someone replicate an active police car before legal issues are brought up? Title. Was wondering about this for a while. Obviously, it's not legal to have actual names of police departments, but if I had a crown vic, how far could I go?","c_root_id_A":"d5me6w9","c_root_id_B":"d5mdabs","created_at_utc_A":1469199305,"created_at_utc_B":1469198038,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"In CA \"No person shall own or operate a motor vehicle painted in the manner described in Section 40800 to resemble a motor vehicle used by a peace officer or traffic officer on duty for the primary purpose of enforcing the provisions of Division 10 (commencing with Section 20000) or Division 11 (commencing with Section 21000) pursuant to Section 40800.\"  http:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ca\/vehicle-code\/veh-sect-27605.html#sthash.rV3EeLyl.dpuf","human_ref_B":"A fully marked car is fine as long as you have a lightbar cover or sign in the window that declares that the vehicle is \"Not In Service\".  And, of course, all emergency equipment must be kept off when on public roads.   There are lots of people who collect and restore old police cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1267.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4u1jnn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How closely can someone replicate an active police car before legal issues are brought up? Title. Was wondering about this for a while. Obviously, it's not legal to have actual names of police departments, but if I had a crown vic, how far could I go?","c_root_id_A":"d5mheou","c_root_id_B":"d5mdabs","created_at_utc_A":1469203594,"created_at_utc_B":1469198038,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Most of my family and friends are lawyers.  The answer to any question like this (and I know from 3 decades of experience) is \"if you have to ask a lawyer if something is a good idea, the answer is no.\"  Implication being: regardless of legality, this is obviously a bad idea.  Don't ever put yourself in a situation where you have to know the answer to this question.","human_ref_B":"A fully marked car is fine as long as you have a lightbar cover or sign in the window that declares that the vehicle is \"Not In Service\".  And, of course, all emergency equipment must be kept off when on public roads.   There are lots of people who collect and restore old police cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5556.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"yma3et","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"[Autistic person] I'm scared my car will break if I ride it too long? Hello,  To start with, I have autism. A lot of tiny things really bother me, for example: if somebody starts adjusting the car air vent too much, I get sweating palms and tell them to stop. If someone constantly slams the door too hard, I get extremely uncomfortable.  I have a 17kmile Honda HRV (1.5 year old). Next year in summer I'll be going on a 6-month road trip applying for jobs with my husband (I want to move away from my State).  My spouse is constantly using the car all the time. Like if he craves chips, he drives all the way to the Dollar store. I tell him to wait and stop using the car for frivolous things. He is also constantly giving rides to his friends. I'm just shaking and I tell him to stop using the car because he might break it, or the tire thread will run out before our trip, or something will happen to it or break. Worse of all, he wants to do a 20 hour mini roundtrip (back and forth) to a national park soon. I want him to wait til the big roadtrip before we use the car that much. On the contrary he tells me that using the car a lot is good because the battery will last longer? (is this true or can somebody disprove his claim?)  I'm seeking advice on what to do. If it's better to stop using the car or we can continue using it a lot like he intends.","c_root_id_A":"iv2xdyf","c_root_id_B":"iv39cuk","created_at_utc_A":1667598265,"created_at_utc_B":1667603685,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If the car has been properly maintained it should be no problem. Especially such a new car with only 17.000 miles on it should do it with no problems. That is not much mileage at all. It is barely broken in at that point. Cars are meant to be driven, and a 20 hour trip won't hurt it at all. Me and my friends go on roadtrips with 60 year old VW Beetles every summer and they do it just fine. I am sure your Honda will do the same. Sitting still too much and only driving short trips is often worse for the car than going on a long drive. It cleans out the car's system.","human_ref_B":"You have a high-quality car, and it's nearly brand new.  You need to do proper maintenance but that car will pretty easily do 200,000 miles. There are things that will need to be done every so often, oil, tires, and breaks for the most part.  But what's the point in having a car if you don't drive it to do the things you want?  On a per-mile driven basis, the car you have is very inexpensive.  My car is a 2009 (so 13 years old) and has 150,000 miles.  It's a shitshow, but I still drive it all the time.  Cars are meant to be driven, that's why they exist.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5420.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"wv20xu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Do I need to get my oil changed if I\u2019m under mileage, but past the recommended date? My car is 2k miles under the mileage needed to solicit an oil change, but I am well past the recommended date to get it changed. The mechanic said I should get it changed, but I\u2019m apprehensive. Is it necessary to get it done even though I don\u2019t drive all the time (I work from home)?","c_root_id_A":"ilcwxky","c_root_id_B":"ild9roq","created_at_utc_A":1661195215,"created_at_utc_B":1661200297,"score_A":9,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"im permanently WFH too, and put very few miles on my cars. I get the oil changed at the mileage interval regardless of how long it takes to get there. however, I change my oil every 3k miles, and use full synthetic. Right or wrong; not sure, but that's what I do. best of luck.","human_ref_B":"Synthetic oil doesn\u2019t break down in quite the same way that conventional oil does but it will eventually seperate ie the additives fall out of blend and settle at the bottom.   That said it does take awhile. As long as you\u2019re running full synthetic and changing at least once a year, you\u2019ll be fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5082.0,"score_ratio":1.8888888889}
{"post_id":"wv20xu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Do I need to get my oil changed if I\u2019m under mileage, but past the recommended date? My car is 2k miles under the mileage needed to solicit an oil change, but I am well past the recommended date to get it changed. The mechanic said I should get it changed, but I\u2019m apprehensive. Is it necessary to get it done even though I don\u2019t drive all the time (I work from home)?","c_root_id_A":"ild9roq","c_root_id_B":"ild4wr7","created_at_utc_A":1661200297,"created_at_utc_B":1661198352,"score_A":17,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Synthetic oil doesn\u2019t break down in quite the same way that conventional oil does but it will eventually seperate ie the additives fall out of blend and settle at the bottom.   That said it does take awhile. As long as you\u2019re running full synthetic and changing at least once a year, you\u2019ll be fine.","human_ref_B":"I could be wrong, it's been a while since I researched this, but I think conventional oil breaks down over time while synthetic doesn't. The time recommendation is based on conventional so if you use synthetic you can ignore the time and just go by miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1945.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"wv20xu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Do I need to get my oil changed if I\u2019m under mileage, but past the recommended date? My car is 2k miles under the mileage needed to solicit an oil change, but I am well past the recommended date to get it changed. The mechanic said I should get it changed, but I\u2019m apprehensive. Is it necessary to get it done even though I don\u2019t drive all the time (I work from home)?","c_root_id_A":"ildl3u7","c_root_id_B":"ild4wr7","created_at_utc_A":1661204933,"created_at_utc_B":1661198352,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Just change it once a year with synthetic oil if you drive that little. That is actually by far the worst and harshest conditions your car can ever see. Take it out for a long drive once in a while, should keep it going longer in the end. Nothing worse than a car that sits, turns to junk in no time.","human_ref_B":"I could be wrong, it's been a while since I researched this, but I think conventional oil breaks down over time while synthetic doesn't. The time recommendation is based on conventional so if you use synthetic you can ignore the time and just go by miles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6581.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"wv20xu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Do I need to get my oil changed if I\u2019m under mileage, but past the recommended date? My car is 2k miles under the mileage needed to solicit an oil change, but I am well past the recommended date to get it changed. The mechanic said I should get it changed, but I\u2019m apprehensive. Is it necessary to get it done even though I don\u2019t drive all the time (I work from home)?","c_root_id_A":"ildl3u7","c_root_id_B":"ildfn14","created_at_utc_A":1661204933,"created_at_utc_B":1661202662,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just change it once a year with synthetic oil if you drive that little. That is actually by far the worst and harshest conditions your car can ever see. Take it out for a long drive once in a while, should keep it going longer in the end. Nothing worse than a car that sits, turns to junk in no time.","human_ref_B":"Put it this way...your oil can never be too clean. While you don't have to change it, it's not going to hurt by changing it sooner.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2271.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"wv20xu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Do I need to get my oil changed if I\u2019m under mileage, but past the recommended date? My car is 2k miles under the mileage needed to solicit an oil change, but I am well past the recommended date to get it changed. The mechanic said I should get it changed, but I\u2019m apprehensive. Is it necessary to get it done even though I don\u2019t drive all the time (I work from home)?","c_root_id_A":"ildl3u7","c_root_id_B":"ildhkkp","created_at_utc_A":1661204933,"created_at_utc_B":1661203452,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just change it once a year with synthetic oil if you drive that little. That is actually by far the worst and harshest conditions your car can ever see. Take it out for a long drive once in a while, should keep it going longer in the end. Nothing worse than a car that sits, turns to junk in no time.","human_ref_B":"Change on time. When you don't drive your car much and take only short trips, condensate builds up in your oil and passages, water and steel is very bad! Please change as your manufacturer suggests.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1481.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"sp7gnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"My fiancee threw up in on the control panel\/gearstick, etc of her 2019 Ford Fiesta. I've cleaned up extremely thoroughly but worried about some of it having got down to anything underneath. Will it be safe to drive? (Link to post-cleanup SFW photos inside) Hello.  Yesterday my fiancee vomited while driving, and it was really bad. I won't go into too much graphic detail, but I want to emphasize that it was a LOT, and \"seepage\" is a concern.  I've taken photos of the relevant areas; it's basically the AC\/heating control panel, the storage \"well\" underneath it (which has a rubber floor, but is removable and has a couple of small holes there as can be seen in the photos, so I don't know if any got through), and the area where the gearstick and handbrake are.  The photos are safe for viewing, as I have cleaned up everything that was visible.  https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/GjAbCsi  Will it be safe to drive?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"hwdagxi","c_root_id_B":"hwe7eyy","created_at_utc_A":1644502729,"created_at_utc_B":1644515213,"score_A":10,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"It's a stick shift, no electronics. You are 100% safe.","human_ref_B":"I think this would be a great post for r\/AutoDetailing.  My first impressions are that you should pull up the panel to see what got underneath.  Even if what got through doesn't ruin things it is likely going to rot and stink up the car.  The auto detailing guys should be able to give you better advice but I personally wouldn't leave it as is without pulling up panels and inspecting.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12484.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu52a55","c_root_id_B":"hu4n4pu","created_at_utc_A":1643109635,"created_at_utc_B":1643097536,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The problem with used cars bought from independent parties, in my experience, is nobody ever wants to take the time out of their day to let you get the car checked by a mechanic. You should ***never, and i mean NEVER***, buy a used car without getting it checked by a mechanic. I was looking for a car for 6 months, and finally settled on a 2007 Dodge Caravan, because it had minimal rust and \"only\" 185k miles. But the whole front end needs to be rebuilt. Suspension, tie rod ends, struts, brakes, engine and transmission mounts, sway bar links and bushings. All need replaced. I would've known this if I had taken it to a mechanic, but after 6 months of people refusing to let me do so with any car I was interested in, I'd grown tired of the process. Lesson learned.  I would strongly recommend buying from a dealership. Sometimes they have cheaper used cars, sometimes they don't. At the very least, your $7.5k could be a down payment on a used car from a dealership. Dealerships usually don't give you any shit about getting the car checked by a mechanic, so you can have peace of mind going into the transaction. That being said, the key word there is \"usually\". Always remember to either walk away if they won't let you get it checked, ***OR*** leave room in your budget for repairs. In my case, the front end work on my van comes out to about $2.5k, and aside from engine and transmission replacement, front end work is some of the most expensive you can do on a car. So I'd say leave about $3k in your budget for potential repairs, if you decide to forego the mechanic check.","human_ref_B":"I personally prefer paying outright for things because then I have no debt over my head. If you lease a car you should spend like the money isn't in your account imo. Buying a car is NEVER an investment and assume it's value will half with your purchase. I just bought a car since my old one got totaled by a drunk driver and while cars are a overpriced right now if you need a car you can't argue with the market. I'd reccomend compression testing and used car you buy to be certain it's engine is in good health. Also to combat how fast the cars sell... i guess calling and placing a deposit?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12099.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu5llu0","c_root_id_B":"hu4n4pu","created_at_utc_A":1643120505,"created_at_utc_B":1643097536,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ve only ever bought used. Debt is the worst thing you can do right now. The rich are bleeding the poor dry and it\u2019s only going to get worse","human_ref_B":"I personally prefer paying outright for things because then I have no debt over my head. If you lease a car you should spend like the money isn't in your account imo. Buying a car is NEVER an investment and assume it's value will half with your purchase. I just bought a car since my old one got totaled by a drunk driver and while cars are a overpriced right now if you need a car you can't argue with the market. I'd reccomend compression testing and used car you buy to be certain it's engine is in good health. Also to combat how fast the cars sell... i guess calling and placing a deposit?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22969.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu52a55","c_root_id_B":"hu4r4nk","created_at_utc_A":1643109635,"created_at_utc_B":1643100675,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The problem with used cars bought from independent parties, in my experience, is nobody ever wants to take the time out of their day to let you get the car checked by a mechanic. You should ***never, and i mean NEVER***, buy a used car without getting it checked by a mechanic. I was looking for a car for 6 months, and finally settled on a 2007 Dodge Caravan, because it had minimal rust and \"only\" 185k miles. But the whole front end needs to be rebuilt. Suspension, tie rod ends, struts, brakes, engine and transmission mounts, sway bar links and bushings. All need replaced. I would've known this if I had taken it to a mechanic, but after 6 months of people refusing to let me do so with any car I was interested in, I'd grown tired of the process. Lesson learned.  I would strongly recommend buying from a dealership. Sometimes they have cheaper used cars, sometimes they don't. At the very least, your $7.5k could be a down payment on a used car from a dealership. Dealerships usually don't give you any shit about getting the car checked by a mechanic, so you can have peace of mind going into the transaction. That being said, the key word there is \"usually\". Always remember to either walk away if they won't let you get it checked, ***OR*** leave room in your budget for repairs. In my case, the front end work on my van comes out to about $2.5k, and aside from engine and transmission replacement, front end work is some of the most expensive you can do on a car. So I'd say leave about $3k in your budget for potential repairs, if you decide to forego the mechanic check.","human_ref_B":"cash out right. because once you have bought it you can say the cash that i earned helped pay for this car: you wont get that from a good credit score.  toyota corrolla. yes they are basic ASF but they will get you around till you find something you like","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8960.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu4r4nk","c_root_id_B":"hu5llu0","created_at_utc_A":1643100675,"created_at_utc_B":1643120505,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"cash out right. because once you have bought it you can say the cash that i earned helped pay for this car: you wont get that from a good credit score.  toyota corrolla. yes they are basic ASF but they will get you around till you find something you like","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve only ever bought used. Debt is the worst thing you can do right now. The rich are bleeding the poor dry and it\u2019s only going to get worse","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19830.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu52a55","c_root_id_B":"hu5llu0","created_at_utc_A":1643109635,"created_at_utc_B":1643120505,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"The problem with used cars bought from independent parties, in my experience, is nobody ever wants to take the time out of their day to let you get the car checked by a mechanic. You should ***never, and i mean NEVER***, buy a used car without getting it checked by a mechanic. I was looking for a car for 6 months, and finally settled on a 2007 Dodge Caravan, because it had minimal rust and \"only\" 185k miles. But the whole front end needs to be rebuilt. Suspension, tie rod ends, struts, brakes, engine and transmission mounts, sway bar links and bushings. All need replaced. I would've known this if I had taken it to a mechanic, but after 6 months of people refusing to let me do so with any car I was interested in, I'd grown tired of the process. Lesson learned.  I would strongly recommend buying from a dealership. Sometimes they have cheaper used cars, sometimes they don't. At the very least, your $7.5k could be a down payment on a used car from a dealership. Dealerships usually don't give you any shit about getting the car checked by a mechanic, so you can have peace of mind going into the transaction. That being said, the key word there is \"usually\". Always remember to either walk away if they won't let you get it checked, ***OR*** leave room in your budget for repairs. In my case, the front end work on my van comes out to about $2.5k, and aside from engine and transmission replacement, front end work is some of the most expensive you can do on a car. So I'd say leave about $3k in your budget for potential repairs, if you decide to forego the mechanic check.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve only ever bought used. Debt is the worst thing you can do right now. The rich are bleeding the poor dry and it\u2019s only going to get worse","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10870.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu4rn4v","c_root_id_B":"hu52a55","created_at_utc_A":1643101090,"created_at_utc_B":1643109635,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I wouldn't ever finance a car or motorcycle I don't have enough money to pay off right away.  It depreciates the moment you sign for it, but you're on the hook for the duration of the loan. Plus too many things can happen to your car\/motorcycle which can cause it to be a complete loss but you would still owe on the car.  If you HAVE to get a loan on a car, make sure you look into gap insurance so you'd be covered for the depreciation of the car.","human_ref_B":"The problem with used cars bought from independent parties, in my experience, is nobody ever wants to take the time out of their day to let you get the car checked by a mechanic. You should ***never, and i mean NEVER***, buy a used car without getting it checked by a mechanic. I was looking for a car for 6 months, and finally settled on a 2007 Dodge Caravan, because it had minimal rust and \"only\" 185k miles. But the whole front end needs to be rebuilt. Suspension, tie rod ends, struts, brakes, engine and transmission mounts, sway bar links and bushings. All need replaced. I would've known this if I had taken it to a mechanic, but after 6 months of people refusing to let me do so with any car I was interested in, I'd grown tired of the process. Lesson learned.  I would strongly recommend buying from a dealership. Sometimes they have cheaper used cars, sometimes they don't. At the very least, your $7.5k could be a down payment on a used car from a dealership. Dealerships usually don't give you any shit about getting the car checked by a mechanic, so you can have peace of mind going into the transaction. That being said, the key word there is \"usually\". Always remember to either walk away if they won't let you get it checked, ***OR*** leave room in your budget for repairs. In my case, the front end work on my van comes out to about $2.5k, and aside from engine and transmission replacement, front end work is some of the most expensive you can do on a car. So I'd say leave about $3k in your budget for potential repairs, if you decide to forego the mechanic check.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8545.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu4to5k","c_root_id_B":"hu52a55","created_at_utc_A":1643102751,"created_at_utc_B":1643109635,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/LDRlc4EIB2o  Something to consider. I only watched like half way thru so idk what else is in it. But the stock market is shit right now so maybe it\u2019d be better to just buy outright lol\u2026.  Edit: might get better answers in r\/personalfinance  This place is better for like car advice IMO","human_ref_B":"The problem with used cars bought from independent parties, in my experience, is nobody ever wants to take the time out of their day to let you get the car checked by a mechanic. You should ***never, and i mean NEVER***, buy a used car without getting it checked by a mechanic. I was looking for a car for 6 months, and finally settled on a 2007 Dodge Caravan, because it had minimal rust and \"only\" 185k miles. But the whole front end needs to be rebuilt. Suspension, tie rod ends, struts, brakes, engine and transmission mounts, sway bar links and bushings. All need replaced. I would've known this if I had taken it to a mechanic, but after 6 months of people refusing to let me do so with any car I was interested in, I'd grown tired of the process. Lesson learned.  I would strongly recommend buying from a dealership. Sometimes they have cheaper used cars, sometimes they don't. At the very least, your $7.5k could be a down payment on a used car from a dealership. Dealerships usually don't give you any shit about getting the car checked by a mechanic, so you can have peace of mind going into the transaction. That being said, the key word there is \"usually\". Always remember to either walk away if they won't let you get it checked, ***OR*** leave room in your budget for repairs. In my case, the front end work on my van comes out to about $2.5k, and aside from engine and transmission replacement, front end work is some of the most expensive you can do on a car. So I'd say leave about $3k in your budget for potential repairs, if you decide to forego the mechanic check.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6884.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu5llu0","c_root_id_B":"hu4rn4v","created_at_utc_A":1643120505,"created_at_utc_B":1643101090,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ve only ever bought used. Debt is the worst thing you can do right now. The rich are bleeding the poor dry and it\u2019s only going to get worse","human_ref_B":"I wouldn't ever finance a car or motorcycle I don't have enough money to pay off right away.  It depreciates the moment you sign for it, but you're on the hook for the duration of the loan. Plus too many things can happen to your car\/motorcycle which can cause it to be a complete loss but you would still owe on the car.  If you HAVE to get a loan on a car, make sure you look into gap insurance so you'd be covered for the depreciation of the car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19415.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu4to5k","c_root_id_B":"hu5llu0","created_at_utc_A":1643102751,"created_at_utc_B":1643120505,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/LDRlc4EIB2o  Something to consider. I only watched like half way thru so idk what else is in it. But the stock market is shit right now so maybe it\u2019d be better to just buy outright lol\u2026.  Edit: might get better answers in r\/personalfinance  This place is better for like car advice IMO","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve only ever bought used. Debt is the worst thing you can do right now. The rich are bleeding the poor dry and it\u2019s only going to get worse","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17754.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu5llu0","c_root_id_B":"hu5li2r","created_at_utc_A":1643120505,"created_at_utc_B":1643120460,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019ve only ever bought used. Debt is the worst thing you can do right now. The rich are bleeding the poor dry and it\u2019s only going to get worse","human_ref_B":"Paying outright is almost always a better idea, especially while you\u2019re young and don\u2019t have a lot of debt. Never buy anything, wether it be a loan or a car, on money\/income you don\u2019t have yet, because that can always fall through.  As for cars, Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic\u2019s are both great options to look at right now, although the Corolla will be more pricey; Toyota\u2019s seem to be over priced more so than the rest on the market. If you\u2019re willing to learn how to drive manual, if you don\u2019t know how to already, then I would challenge you to find one that is manual. They cheaper, more reliable, and easier to work on making maintenance costs lower.  If you\u2019re willing to learn, doing all of your own maintenance is probably the best investment, not only in yourself, but in your car, that you could make. You save a lot of money on labor this way, and if you find a car easy enough to work on then you save a lot of heart ache. Honestly, an old-ish truck is not a bad option if you\u2019re willing to learn to work on your own cars. They\u2019re very easy to work on, lots more room to work, parts are much cheaper, and they\u2019re very versatile.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":45.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu5tm90","c_root_id_B":"hu4to5k","created_at_utc_A":1643123888,"created_at_utc_B":1643102751,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Pay outright  Edit: now is not the time to buy tho","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/LDRlc4EIB2o  Something to consider. I only watched like half way thru so idk what else is in it. But the stock market is shit right now so maybe it\u2019d be better to just buy outright lol\u2026.  Edit: might get better answers in r\/personalfinance  This place is better for like car advice IMO","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21137.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sc7ykz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Should I finance or pay outright for a used car? Hello, I have recently turned nineteen and I still have no car. I have my license, but I have no luck in finding a used one that fits all the criteria I am looking for.  When it comes to cars, I am financially on my own. I have been looking in places like Offer Up and the even the Facebook Marketplace for used cars. I find myself talking to sellers who lie about either the title of their vehicle, the mileage, any car accidents etc. I feel like I would just be settling for a car this way.   I am currently in college and I have managed to save up over $12k working fast food over the years. I have a credit score of 708(according to Experian). I plan to move out in around two years. I'm planning on finding a better job too. I know I fit the criteria for financing a car. I could even put down around $3-5k for down payment. My paychecks are not the highest though. At most, I get paid around $600 biweekly. I also have to keep insurance and gas money in mind.   If I bought a used car off someone, my budget would be $7.5k. The more cars I find, the more I realize how so many sellers are overpricing their vehicles for no reason. A 2005 Honda Accord LT with over 110k miles should NOT be $8k. When I finally find a car on Offer up that I think is a good deal, someone else swoops in a takes it before I can get my hands on it.   I've been working my ass off over the years and I want my money to be put to good use. I want be able to proudly drive around this car and be confident in its reliability. Buying my first car will be an investment. Should I just keep looking and hope that I will find a good used car off someone or should I finance a used car? Help!","c_root_id_A":"hu5tm90","c_root_id_B":"hu5li2r","created_at_utc_A":1643123888,"created_at_utc_B":1643120460,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Pay outright  Edit: now is not the time to buy tho","human_ref_B":"Paying outright is almost always a better idea, especially while you\u2019re young and don\u2019t have a lot of debt. Never buy anything, wether it be a loan or a car, on money\/income you don\u2019t have yet, because that can always fall through.  As for cars, Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic\u2019s are both great options to look at right now, although the Corolla will be more pricey; Toyota\u2019s seem to be over priced more so than the rest on the market. If you\u2019re willing to learn how to drive manual, if you don\u2019t know how to already, then I would challenge you to find one that is manual. They cheaper, more reliable, and easier to work on making maintenance costs lower.  If you\u2019re willing to learn, doing all of your own maintenance is probably the best investment, not only in yourself, but in your car, that you could make. You save a lot of money on labor this way, and if you find a car easy enough to work on then you save a lot of heart ache. Honestly, an old-ish truck is not a bad option if you\u2019re willing to learn to work on your own cars. They\u2019re very easy to work on, lots more room to work, parts are much cheaper, and they\u2019re very versatile.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3428.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qv7vq2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Why are cars thicker at the rear than the front? One of the things that I find not so aesthetic is when the trunk line is way higher than the hood line, this is evident in most cars, so why is that so even though the front needs to house much more stuff like the engine and front suspension?  Example","c_root_id_A":"hkx6fp9","c_root_id_B":"hkv0x3v","created_at_utc_A":1637106905,"created_at_utc_B":1637075864,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Also picture a car with a higher\/ or wider front than in back\u2026 retarded.","human_ref_B":"Engine is heavy and should be as low as possible to keep the center of gravity down. Among other reasons people mentioned.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":31041.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qv7vq2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Why are cars thicker at the rear than the front? One of the things that I find not so aesthetic is when the trunk line is way higher than the hood line, this is evident in most cars, so why is that so even though the front needs to house much more stuff like the engine and front suspension?  Example","c_root_id_A":"hkx6fp9","c_root_id_B":"hkvjnoo","created_at_utc_A":1637106905,"created_at_utc_B":1637083375,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Also picture a car with a higher\/ or wider front than in back\u2026 retarded.","human_ref_B":"Cars go forward most of the time. Air is in front of the car. The air must move. The less it moves and the more smoothly it moves (ie with laminar rather than turbulent flow) the less energy the car must expend. Starting low and ending high helps facilitate smooth air movement.  Drivers sit in the driver's seat. The lower the front of the car is in relation to the driver's seat, the smaller the blind spot is for the driver. Not being able to see what's in front of the car is bad.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23530.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pumaha","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"The used car market is really bad. Is it driving anyone else crazy and what tips can you give us? These are my current advice. I have been trying to find a used car for over 2 months now. I put my search radius to 100 miles and it still gets expand to the 4 surrounding states. This month has been the worst for used cars. I have seen a lot of flipping.  1) The cars with paper temp plates are recently bought cars. Usually the seller doesn't know enough about the car so they'll tell you \"I'm selling it for someone else\". Yeah even on a test drive I did the guy said it.  2) Some cars being flipped, the new seller doesn't even take their own photos. They just use the previous' owners pictures. That's what I been noticing with 3 cars I was looking at. Civic, accord and camry. No joke.  3) Popular Japanese model cars for being affordable, reliable and has good resell rate are being flipped the most. There's been bots with posts for $1,200 and claiming they don't respond to facebook\/craigslist and you have to contact them by email.  Watch out folks.","c_root_id_A":"he40wg1","c_root_id_B":"he4dped","created_at_utc_A":1632502521,"created_at_utc_B":1632507917,"score_A":10,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"We\u2019ve given up looking. If there\u2019s any way to postpone your purchase, do. The only other alternative I\u2019ve thought of is to check with a much older relative to keep their ears open for someone giving up driving and not motivated to deal with selling their car.","human_ref_B":"My advice is to take a trip out to rural areas near you. Drive through the little towns and out in neighborhoods looking for cars for sale in people's front yards. Cars like this have always been there and they always will. People who aren't super connected to the internet don't know anything about crazy used car prices, they just want to get rid of their old cars. I'm a mail carrier and I see at least 2 or 3 cars per week pop up for sale in people's yards, for the typical prices you'd expect. In the past year while all of this crap was going on I snagged a couple very good deals by keeping an eye on front yards. Got my son his first car and got myself a backup work car. Stay far away from dealers or anyone selling on the internet.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5396.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pumaha","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"The used car market is really bad. Is it driving anyone else crazy and what tips can you give us? These are my current advice. I have been trying to find a used car for over 2 months now. I put my search radius to 100 miles and it still gets expand to the 4 surrounding states. This month has been the worst for used cars. I have seen a lot of flipping.  1) The cars with paper temp plates are recently bought cars. Usually the seller doesn't know enough about the car so they'll tell you \"I'm selling it for someone else\". Yeah even on a test drive I did the guy said it.  2) Some cars being flipped, the new seller doesn't even take their own photos. They just use the previous' owners pictures. That's what I been noticing with 3 cars I was looking at. Civic, accord and camry. No joke.  3) Popular Japanese model cars for being affordable, reliable and has good resell rate are being flipped the most. There's been bots with posts for $1,200 and claiming they don't respond to facebook\/craigslist and you have to contact them by email.  Watch out folks.","c_root_id_A":"he41x0t","c_root_id_B":"he4dped","created_at_utc_A":1632502952,"created_at_utc_B":1632507917,"score_A":8,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"My brother needs a car and he was forced to keep searching. Ultimately he took a risk and bid on an auction, sight unseen. 2011 Scion tC for $5k, manual trans with 88k miles. Needed new lower control, ABS sensor, and all 4 new tires + 2 new wheels (fixed) and new bearings on transmission (in process). So far his cost for repairs is about $1300, so total about $6300.  When we were searching listings, we found several older tC's with higher mileage for $10k+.","human_ref_B":"My advice is to take a trip out to rural areas near you. Drive through the little towns and out in neighborhoods looking for cars for sale in people's front yards. Cars like this have always been there and they always will. People who aren't super connected to the internet don't know anything about crazy used car prices, they just want to get rid of their old cars. I'm a mail carrier and I see at least 2 or 3 cars per week pop up for sale in people's yards, for the typical prices you'd expect. In the past year while all of this crap was going on I snagged a couple very good deals by keeping an eye on front yards. Got my son his first car and got myself a backup work car. Stay far away from dealers or anyone selling on the internet.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4965.0,"score_ratio":1.875}
{"post_id":"pumaha","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"The used car market is really bad. Is it driving anyone else crazy and what tips can you give us? These are my current advice. I have been trying to find a used car for over 2 months now. I put my search radius to 100 miles and it still gets expand to the 4 surrounding states. This month has been the worst for used cars. I have seen a lot of flipping.  1) The cars with paper temp plates are recently bought cars. Usually the seller doesn't know enough about the car so they'll tell you \"I'm selling it for someone else\". Yeah even on a test drive I did the guy said it.  2) Some cars being flipped, the new seller doesn't even take their own photos. They just use the previous' owners pictures. That's what I been noticing with 3 cars I was looking at. Civic, accord and camry. No joke.  3) Popular Japanese model cars for being affordable, reliable and has good resell rate are being flipped the most. There's been bots with posts for $1,200 and claiming they don't respond to facebook\/craigslist and you have to contact them by email.  Watch out folks.","c_root_id_A":"he4dped","c_root_id_B":"he467hl","created_at_utc_A":1632507917,"created_at_utc_B":1632504767,"score_A":15,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"My advice is to take a trip out to rural areas near you. Drive through the little towns and out in neighborhoods looking for cars for sale in people's front yards. Cars like this have always been there and they always will. People who aren't super connected to the internet don't know anything about crazy used car prices, they just want to get rid of their old cars. I'm a mail carrier and I see at least 2 or 3 cars per week pop up for sale in people's yards, for the typical prices you'd expect. In the past year while all of this crap was going on I snagged a couple very good deals by keeping an eye on front yards. Got my son his first car and got myself a backup work car. Stay far away from dealers or anyone selling on the internet.","human_ref_B":"I feel bad for those really needing a car getting ripped off. I was really considering just getting a newer car once the transmission goes...but now i'm on the side of rebuilding it to keep driving it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3150.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"pumaha","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"The used car market is really bad. Is it driving anyone else crazy and what tips can you give us? These are my current advice. I have been trying to find a used car for over 2 months now. I put my search radius to 100 miles and it still gets expand to the 4 surrounding states. This month has been the worst for used cars. I have seen a lot of flipping.  1) The cars with paper temp plates are recently bought cars. Usually the seller doesn't know enough about the car so they'll tell you \"I'm selling it for someone else\". Yeah even on a test drive I did the guy said it.  2) Some cars being flipped, the new seller doesn't even take their own photos. They just use the previous' owners pictures. That's what I been noticing with 3 cars I was looking at. Civic, accord and camry. No joke.  3) Popular Japanese model cars for being affordable, reliable and has good resell rate are being flipped the most. There's been bots with posts for $1,200 and claiming they don't respond to facebook\/craigslist and you have to contact them by email.  Watch out folks.","c_root_id_A":"he4dped","c_root_id_B":"he4c0qm","created_at_utc_A":1632507917,"created_at_utc_B":1632507203,"score_A":15,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My advice is to take a trip out to rural areas near you. Drive through the little towns and out in neighborhoods looking for cars for sale in people's front yards. Cars like this have always been there and they always will. People who aren't super connected to the internet don't know anything about crazy used car prices, they just want to get rid of their old cars. I'm a mail carrier and I see at least 2 or 3 cars per week pop up for sale in people's yards, for the typical prices you'd expect. In the past year while all of this crap was going on I snagged a couple very good deals by keeping an eye on front yards. Got my son his first car and got myself a backup work car. Stay far away from dealers or anyone selling on the internet.","human_ref_B":"Carvana is the place to go right now.  Yeah the prices aren't the absolute best but they are fair and they won't sell you a turd.  Source: I've bought two cars from them in the past year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":714.0,"score_ratio":7.5}
{"post_id":"pk5m5a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"People who drive beaters...What on Earth do you drive?","c_root_id_A":"hc23u98","c_root_id_B":"hc1uqgt","created_at_utc_A":1631108918,"created_at_utc_B":1631104337,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"89 ranger with 361k on it, mechanically perfect, cosmetically junk. The 'nice' car is a '92 thunderbird. Mechanically junk, but looks great.","human_ref_B":"1998 Buick Century. 136,000 miles. Got it when it had 26,000 miles, six years ago, from a little old lady who died.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4581.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"pk5m5a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"People who drive beaters...What on Earth do you drive?","c_root_id_A":"hc23u98","c_root_id_B":"hc22y0x","created_at_utc_A":1631108918,"created_at_utc_B":1631108487,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"89 ranger with 361k on it, mechanically perfect, cosmetically junk. The 'nice' car is a '92 thunderbird. Mechanically junk, but looks great.","human_ref_B":"I drive a well loved '91 Nissan Pickup with 274k miles on it and most of the clear coat gone.  I paid $700 for it 4 years ago and my friends call it the truck of Theseus for all the parts I've replaced. It's been a great truck to learn how to do that. Thank you, ChrisFix!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":431.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"pk5m5a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"People who drive beaters...What on Earth do you drive?","c_root_id_A":"hc22y0x","c_root_id_B":"hc289w9","created_at_utc_A":1631108487,"created_at_utc_B":1631110883,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I drive a well loved '91 Nissan Pickup with 274k miles on it and most of the clear coat gone.  I paid $700 for it 4 years ago and my friends call it the truck of Theseus for all the parts I've replaced. It's been a great truck to learn how to do that. Thank you, ChrisFix!","human_ref_B":"2006 Scion xB automatic, \"The Toaster\".  206,000 miles, one single repair in its lifetime (a $250 heater blower motor) and still has original exhaust, suspension, everything. The exterior and interior are near mint.  And every mile at 30MPG; what a great little car!  Also, very fine for moving many sundry objects and for hauling lumber on the roof rack (a must-have accessory).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2396.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pk5m5a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"People who drive beaters...What on Earth do you drive?","c_root_id_A":"hc22y0x","c_root_id_B":"hc3kcyz","created_at_utc_A":1631108487,"created_at_utc_B":1631130802,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I drive a well loved '91 Nissan Pickup with 274k miles on it and most of the clear coat gone.  I paid $700 for it 4 years ago and my friends call it the truck of Theseus for all the parts I've replaced. It's been a great truck to learn how to do that. Thank you, ChrisFix!","human_ref_B":"I absolutely love beaters and miss mine. I've had many.   My favorite was lovingly named FuckYou. A 66 full size dodge Monaco with a big block. You can run any asshole right off the road with that. The bmw dipshits tend to reconsider Thier privilege, at least temporarily, if they want to play the Fuckaround game on the freeway in this car. Fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22315.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pk5m5a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"People who drive beaters...What on Earth do you drive?","c_root_id_A":"hc3kcyz","c_root_id_B":"hc2fjjm","created_at_utc_A":1631130802,"created_at_utc_B":1631113969,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I absolutely love beaters and miss mine. I've had many.   My favorite was lovingly named FuckYou. A 66 full size dodge Monaco with a big block. You can run any asshole right off the road with that. The bmw dipshits tend to reconsider Thier privilege, at least temporarily, if they want to play the Fuckaround game on the freeway in this car. Fun.","human_ref_B":"I drive a prius now that doesn't qualify for beater status,  but my last car was a 2000 Cadillac Deville. Yes,  the kind with the \"horrible\" Northstar engine.   Yes,  it was an oily mess, but it ran fine. That v8 could pass anything on the road except gas pumps.  But the best thing about it was the price. Found it for $900, needed about $250 in a battery and starter, water pump pulley. And I got 4 1\/2 years of driving out of it,  that alone is better than a monthly car payment.  But the best part is I sold it for $800!  So $350\/ 54 months, is about $6.50 a month.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16833.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n5gbep","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"How come the sleek Maserati MC20 has a drag coefficient of 0.38 while my compact Lexus CT200h is at 0.28? Does a higher drag coefficient benefit the car in any way? The title","c_root_id_A":"gx1qjsy","c_root_id_B":"gx21ig3","created_at_utc_A":1620234625,"created_at_utc_B":1620239251,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Others have mentioned downforce but also, the Maserati's designed to be driven hard and fast, it needs to keep its 621bhp engine cool when under sustained load, along with brakes, transmission, etc. The 100bhp petrol engine in your Lexus would *probably* be fine doing a few laps but temperatures would start to creep up and the brakes would begin to fade. That means there's a lot more air that needs to be channeled to the right places and put through draggy radiators in the Maserati.","human_ref_B":"As both other current answers say - downforce (spoilers, fins, dams, and other aero \/ cooling ducts etc.) create drag.  The other factor that's often overlooked is that Cd is a measurement of the slipperyness of the basic *shape*, you then **multiply it by the frontal area** (actual size of the shape) of the vehicle to get the total drag.  This is why some very large\/ungainly vehicles have low Cd compared to sleek sports cars - they're not really seeing lower air resistance in real life, because the front of a VW bus is many times larger than a Jaguar e-Type (random example off the top of my head).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4626.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"mtzx75","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Tire looks flat but PSI correct? Hello, I drive a 2009 Pontiac G6 and when I have not driven for multiple hours, the front driver\u2019s side tire appears noticeably flatter than the other tires. Like many people, I have driven much less than I used to currently due to the pandemic but still drive at least a few miles each day of the week. The check tire pressure light will sometimes come on when driving, then go off, and that cycle continues. I\u2019ve been checking the pressure once or twice a week and the pressure for all 4 tires has been at the recommended 30 PSI. I have brought it to my mechanic and he has cleaned the rims but says that he does not see any issue with the tire. Do you know what the problem or solution is? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"gv2sfty","c_root_id_B":"gv2to12","created_at_utc_A":1618837689,"created_at_utc_B":1618838342,"score_A":13,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"The 30psi recommendation is from the car itself correct?","human_ref_B":"Lots of things can make a tire look this way, including the weight of the engine, uneven pavement, the shape of the tire itself.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":653.0,"score_ratio":1.2307692308}
{"post_id":"la6nta","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How do I pass the smog check? Recently went in for a smog check and it failed. The mechanic informed me that the catalytic converter is not clean and suggested that I switch from AMPM gas station to Shell gas station. Once I do that, I have to drive at least 60 miles to have my converter cleaned up. That\u2019s what I was told. How exactly do I clean my catalytic converter?","c_root_id_A":"glmbzs4","c_root_id_B":"glmeimj","created_at_utc_A":1612198929,"created_at_utc_B":1612199919,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"How much miles does it have? Not passing smog test without any codes present generally means bad O2 sensor.","human_ref_B":"I'm really worried that you got a bad smog tech or something. Cats don't really get \"dirty.\" They can wear out, they can clog, but I've never heard of one getting dirty.   I would suggest, before you invest a bunch of money in anything, that you get a written report from the smog shop explaining exactly why you failed. Depending on your state, I can only think of a few reason for failure, so it should be straight forward.  1) You have a stored or pending code in your ECU. These do not always trigger a CEL, so you'll need a code reader to verify the tech's findings.   2) The monitors on your car are not set. \"Monitors\" in this context are just a series of tests your car continuously runs when conditions are right that will trip a code if they fail. Common reasons for unset monitors would be the ECU lost power or a scan tool was recently used to clear codes.  3) If you live in a state that actually requires a \"sniffer\" test, you may have failed that. A sniffer is a device a tech will put in your car's exhaust pipe to verify that the emissions are in spec as a check to make sure the vehicle's onboard tests are performing reliably.   Hopefully this helps you out. Good luck!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":990.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"la6nta","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How do I pass the smog check? Recently went in for a smog check and it failed. The mechanic informed me that the catalytic converter is not clean and suggested that I switch from AMPM gas station to Shell gas station. Once I do that, I have to drive at least 60 miles to have my converter cleaned up. That\u2019s what I was told. How exactly do I clean my catalytic converter?","c_root_id_A":"glmeimj","c_root_id_B":"glmei6d","created_at_utc_A":1612199919,"created_at_utc_B":1612199914,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm really worried that you got a bad smog tech or something. Cats don't really get \"dirty.\" They can wear out, they can clog, but I've never heard of one getting dirty.   I would suggest, before you invest a bunch of money in anything, that you get a written report from the smog shop explaining exactly why you failed. Depending on your state, I can only think of a few reason for failure, so it should be straight forward.  1) You have a stored or pending code in your ECU. These do not always trigger a CEL, so you'll need a code reader to verify the tech's findings.   2) The monitors on your car are not set. \"Monitors\" in this context are just a series of tests your car continuously runs when conditions are right that will trip a code if they fail. Common reasons for unset monitors would be the ECU lost power or a scan tool was recently used to clear codes.  3) If you live in a state that actually requires a \"sniffer\" test, you may have failed that. A sniffer is a device a tech will put in your car's exhaust pipe to verify that the emissions are in spec as a check to make sure the vehicle's onboard tests are performing reliably.   Hopefully this helps you out. Good luck!","human_ref_B":"The catalyst process relies heavily on heat to burn off materials in exhaust gas. switching fuels may help, but heading out to some quiet areas and giving 'er the old \"Italian Tune-up\" a few times over can help break loose old carbon in the engine and raise exhaust temperatures to help burn off anything in the cat.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"la6nta","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How do I pass the smog check? Recently went in for a smog check and it failed. The mechanic informed me that the catalytic converter is not clean and suggested that I switch from AMPM gas station to Shell gas station. Once I do that, I have to drive at least 60 miles to have my converter cleaned up. That\u2019s what I was told. How exactly do I clean my catalytic converter?","c_root_id_A":"glmeimj","c_root_id_B":"glme218","created_at_utc_A":1612199919,"created_at_utc_B":1612199737,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm really worried that you got a bad smog tech or something. Cats don't really get \"dirty.\" They can wear out, they can clog, but I've never heard of one getting dirty.   I would suggest, before you invest a bunch of money in anything, that you get a written report from the smog shop explaining exactly why you failed. Depending on your state, I can only think of a few reason for failure, so it should be straight forward.  1) You have a stored or pending code in your ECU. These do not always trigger a CEL, so you'll need a code reader to verify the tech's findings.   2) The monitors on your car are not set. \"Monitors\" in this context are just a series of tests your car continuously runs when conditions are right that will trip a code if they fail. Common reasons for unset monitors would be the ECU lost power or a scan tool was recently used to clear codes.  3) If you live in a state that actually requires a \"sniffer\" test, you may have failed that. A sniffer is a device a tech will put in your car's exhaust pipe to verify that the emissions are in spec as a check to make sure the vehicle's onboard tests are performing reliably.   Hopefully this helps you out. Good luck!","human_ref_B":"For a cheap attempt, you can get a bottle of stuff at auto zone that can help clean things enough to pass. It's located by the seafoam and other fuel additives. It's called something like \"guaranteed to pass\" or something like that. I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":182.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"la6nta","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How do I pass the smog check? Recently went in for a smog check and it failed. The mechanic informed me that the catalytic converter is not clean and suggested that I switch from AMPM gas station to Shell gas station. Once I do that, I have to drive at least 60 miles to have my converter cleaned up. That\u2019s what I was told. How exactly do I clean my catalytic converter?","c_root_id_A":"glmei6d","c_root_id_B":"glme218","created_at_utc_A":1612199914,"created_at_utc_B":1612199737,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The catalyst process relies heavily on heat to burn off materials in exhaust gas. switching fuels may help, but heading out to some quiet areas and giving 'er the old \"Italian Tune-up\" a few times over can help break loose old carbon in the engine and raise exhaust temperatures to help burn off anything in the cat.","human_ref_B":"For a cheap attempt, you can get a bottle of stuff at auto zone that can help clean things enough to pass. It's located by the seafoam and other fuel additives. It's called something like \"guaranteed to pass\" or something like that. I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":177.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k49gdp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What causes a slow gas tank fill? 2015 VW Golf TSI. Stopped at the gas station today and noticed the pump I was using was pumping very, very slowly (like 0.002 gallons\/sec). I thought it was an issue with the pump, so I switched to a different one. The second one too also pumped very, very slowly, so I now suspect that it's an issue with the car. What would cause this?","c_root_id_A":"ge7tx57","c_root_id_B":"ge7m2y0","created_at_utc_A":1606788716,"created_at_utc_B":1606784610,"score_A":25,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Lots of water in the fuel tanks to the point where it made the ethanol phase separate from the gasoline. The dispensers have filters on them to absorb this phase separated fuel but they are not meant to handle large amounts. Go to an auto parts store and buy a bottle of K100 add it to your fuel tank as the fuel you were getting from that station is not okay.  Source: I built and serviced fuel stations for 7 years.","human_ref_B":"More than likely, the gas station was really low on fuel unless you\u2019ve ever had something like this happen before.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4106.0,"score_ratio":8.3333333333}
{"post_id":"j1yame","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Do I need to change the brake fluid in my 2016 wrx for a track day? I had some cheapo brake\/rotors I blew up on the track last time i was out. Like literally there is a video of me in a cloud of brake dust in a corner. This time I have some Hawk HP+ all around (I also have a set of DTC-60 for the front but I have NO idea how I can bed those without getting in trouble).   The car is a 2016 WRX slightly modded  Do you think that the Hawk HP+ are enough for a track day? This is the track we're going to be on https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/qq1zUdS  I currently have Castrol brake fluid in the car that I changed in early August. I also have a can of Ate TYP200 Brake Fluid. Should I flush out the Castrol stuff I have right now?","c_root_id_A":"g71zd7t","c_root_id_B":"g71xquf","created_at_utc_A":1601384517,"created_at_utc_B":1601383435,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I wouldn't worry about it beforehand. Definitely change it afterwards, and if you feel like you need more braking power you should have enough time to change the pads between sessions if you have the tools.","human_ref_B":"You're fine. Castrol brake fluid is usually pretty good and works decently at high temps and if you changed it august its fine. I dont have much experience with subarus but i think it will be fine","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1082.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"iefivw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"? How does buying a car out of state and getting it shipped work? Does the dealership have to explicitly say they do delivery or can I message any dealership and tell them interested in a car (there\u2019s one specific car I\u2019m interested in in California and I\u2019m in Portland Oregon and it\u2019s about 700 miles away) and then pay a third party service to deliver it myself? I\u2019m just wondering how the paperwork and title registration and everything would work and if dealerships even do that. I figured I could google this but it just gets drowned in unrelated results. Thank you","c_root_id_A":"g2hcer9","c_root_id_B":"g2gqd18","created_at_utc_A":1598110321,"created_at_utc_B":1598103000,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You can also ask to get a Pre-Purchase Inspection done by a mechanic local to the car","human_ref_B":"We bought our last six cars out of state. Each time I flew out with a cashiers check or wired funds to close.  At the dealer I did need to sign documents, present ID, do a short drive and walk-around (previously, on-line, I did the title search and VIN look up at the manufacturer's website is available).  I'm sure that all of this could be replaced using overnight mail and a Notary.  They overnight you the documents. You sign with a Notary and overnight back with the insurance card, check and a scan of your license.) They receive and arrange shipping.  * ask the salesperson to shoot a detailed walk-around video or a detailed set of photographs to document the condition before shipment and email these to you. * consider flying down and pick up in person.  The cost is probably a little less than the shipping and you see it up close before the purchase.  It can be a fun drive home. * I would not do either with a private seller - far too many scammers and non-dealers have no reputation to uphold or research. * Usually, if you pick it up you must pay that state's sales tax and save the receipt to show your home state.  If you paid less than your home tax they will charge to the difference. If you paid more then usually nothing more is due. * if you pick it up ask the dealer if the car will have a plate on it. If not, bring a \"one way\" plate from your state DMV.  On some of the six I did it to get a better value and on some I did it to get the exact car and color we wanted.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7321.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i66nql","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Silly question (first car, don't know what this is) ? I recently got a Chevrolet Captiva 2007. I started to clean it up inside before taking it to a mechanic and found these 2 things that come out from the drive side panel. What are they for ? Thank you!  https:\/\/imgur.com\/65IvT5H  https:\/\/imgur.com\/ckZ4o08","c_root_id_A":"g0uw6oi","c_root_id_B":"g0u69hz","created_at_utc_A":1596943981,"created_at_utc_B":1596929060,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Microphones. Probably the government, possibly a bluetooth enabled head unit that may\/may not be there.","human_ref_B":"looks like your blue tooth mike and speaker. might be a aftermarket one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14921.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"hpw8dt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Oil? Oil. My car says it needs an oil change. Usually I have the cash to change it right away. But forgot about the oil and had to pay a medical bill. I snapped my arm and needed surgery. It\u2019s a mess lol.   My question is that.. in a newer vehicle (2019 Honda Civic) is it okay to put a few hundred miles on it after it says it \u201cneeds it\u201d? It\u2019s been taken care of perfectly in the passed. Oil changes on time. Tires rotated. EtcAnything it needed. Done on time. This time bills just hit me at the wrong time. It\u2019ll be about 7 before I can get it changed. And I commute to work maybe 45-50 miles total a day.   I\u2019m not sure if it uses synthetic oil or what. And I\u2019m super sorry for badgering you guys with a question that probably gets asked weekly.  Also, I know I can view a \u2018percentage of oil life until needing change\u2019 but is the a way to see what number of miles the percent is based on? I\u2019ve heard newer model cars are not subject to the old 3k miles between changes rule and can go a bit longer than that. Not that I want to strain my car. Just ignorant and hoping for answers!","c_root_id_A":"fxu5lxl","c_root_id_B":"fxu4v5v","created_at_utc_A":1594568685,"created_at_utc_B":1594568277,"score_A":14,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I mean, a couple hundred miles, no biggie. A thousand? Maybe not.","human_ref_B":"If I listened to my BMW indicator, it'd go 12K miles. I do it at half that. A few hundred miles? No worries...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":408.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"hosri3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Nissan Sentra overheating with AC on while driving. Hot Engine Bay during idle? Vehicle Info: 2017 Nissan Sentra SV 1.8 115K Miles  So to start off my with my issue, I noticed the engine bay was getting warmer than usual and the AC just couldn't keep up unless I was driving down the road or had the hood up. I was a bit confused at first, but I remembered that my coolant was overdue because of this pandemic issue. My local places had been booked up for weeks and I travel daily so it's nearly impossible to plan weeks out.  Anyway, I changed the coolant myself. It smelled very burned as it was factory coolant with 115K on it but I didn't notice anything else about it. My method was to use 50\/50 to replace after two flushes with water. During this I also replaced both thermostats with new ones.  However, I noticed that it really didn't seem to make a difference. Granted the physical feeling of the engine bay felt a bit cooler, but that's without a thermometer, so it's just how I felt. I've checked that the coolant is full, and it's all new. The serpentine belt also broke 3 days ago overnight (I assume from age and heat) so I replaced that as well. The belt in the pictures below has smelled of rubber already, which I feel is attributed to slipping.   Most recently, I've stopped using AC while driving because the car visibly overheats on the temp Gauge with the AC on while driving down the highway. I mention this because I've never seen it visibly overheat on the gauge while idling, even with the AC on.  I'm just trying to figure out where I can start with this issue as once again, all of the shops near me are booked up. I've attached photos of what I think might be causing my issue, but I'm really hoping for some good leads.  Imgur Album (Can take more pics if needed)","c_root_id_A":"fxjunib","c_root_id_B":"fxk017f","created_at_utc_A":1594402527,"created_at_utc_B":1594405122,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"That's a lot of bent fins in your radiator there. Most of it is blocked and isn't going to flow much.  I'd suggest looking into one of these. Plenty of how-to videos in youtube you might want to look into.","human_ref_B":"Overheating AND it snapped a belt? If it has a belt driven water pump that's the likely culprit.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2595.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"hosri3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Nissan Sentra overheating with AC on while driving. Hot Engine Bay during idle? Vehicle Info: 2017 Nissan Sentra SV 1.8 115K Miles  So to start off my with my issue, I noticed the engine bay was getting warmer than usual and the AC just couldn't keep up unless I was driving down the road or had the hood up. I was a bit confused at first, but I remembered that my coolant was overdue because of this pandemic issue. My local places had been booked up for weeks and I travel daily so it's nearly impossible to plan weeks out.  Anyway, I changed the coolant myself. It smelled very burned as it was factory coolant with 115K on it but I didn't notice anything else about it. My method was to use 50\/50 to replace after two flushes with water. During this I also replaced both thermostats with new ones.  However, I noticed that it really didn't seem to make a difference. Granted the physical feeling of the engine bay felt a bit cooler, but that's without a thermometer, so it's just how I felt. I've checked that the coolant is full, and it's all new. The serpentine belt also broke 3 days ago overnight (I assume from age and heat) so I replaced that as well. The belt in the pictures below has smelled of rubber already, which I feel is attributed to slipping.   Most recently, I've stopped using AC while driving because the car visibly overheats on the temp Gauge with the AC on while driving down the highway. I mention this because I've never seen it visibly overheat on the gauge while idling, even with the AC on.  I'm just trying to figure out where I can start with this issue as once again, all of the shops near me are booked up. I've attached photos of what I think might be causing my issue, but I'm really hoping for some good leads.  Imgur Album (Can take more pics if needed)","c_root_id_A":"fxjs0mw","c_root_id_B":"fxk017f","created_at_utc_A":1594401259,"created_at_utc_B":1594405122,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"When the engine is hot (approximately when the temp gauge is in the middle) does the automatic fan turn on? And are the hoses that come out of the radiator roughly the same temperature? If not it might be your thermostat.  Edit: because I suck at writing, also disregard the thermostat bit, I see you changed them.","human_ref_B":"Overheating AND it snapped a belt? If it has a belt driven water pump that's the likely culprit.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3863.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxbkc0p","c_root_id_B":"fxbin9h","created_at_utc_A":1594221951,"created_at_utc_B":1594221115,"score_A":13,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I did winter driving training in an SRT Challenger with blizzaks on it in the upper peninsula of Michigan on a closed, packed snow handling track.  It was worse in the snow than the Infiniti G37 on summer tires in all aspects aside from braking. It's doable, but all that mass does not like changing directions in the dry let alone the snowy cold.  Honestly my biggest takeaway from driving the Challenger is that you can't see shit out of it.  That being said, 70mph burnouts on the dry pavement were a friggin' riot.","human_ref_B":"I had a Camaro back in the day that got around pretty good with snow tires.  As long as the snow wasn't deep enough to bottom out the car I was ok. Never got stuck","labels":1,"seconds_difference":836.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxbk8y8","c_root_id_B":"fxbkc0p","created_at_utc_A":1594221909,"created_at_utc_B":1594221951,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I mean, i live in perfect weather, and i wouldn't buy a challenger.   Snow wise? might have to wait until the plows go by, and plow the driveway before you leave.","human_ref_B":"I did winter driving training in an SRT Challenger with blizzaks on it in the upper peninsula of Michigan on a closed, packed snow handling track.  It was worse in the snow than the Infiniti G37 on summer tires in all aspects aside from braking. It's doable, but all that mass does not like changing directions in the dry let alone the snowy cold.  Honestly my biggest takeaway from driving the Challenger is that you can't see shit out of it.  That being said, 70mph burnouts on the dry pavement were a friggin' riot.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":42.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxbsyam","c_root_id_B":"fxbk8y8","created_at_utc_A":1594226049,"created_at_utc_B":1594221909,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Get some decent snow tires, put some sandbags in the trunk, leave traction control on unless you get stuck.  You'll be fine.","human_ref_B":"I mean, i live in perfect weather, and i wouldn't buy a challenger.   Snow wise? might have to wait until the plows go by, and plow the driveway before you leave.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4140.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxbtuh0","c_root_id_B":"fxbk8y8","created_at_utc_A":1594226467,"created_at_utc_B":1594221909,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Been driving in Canada with nothing but RWD and lowered cars for 19 winters now. Add snow tires and you're good.","human_ref_B":"I mean, i live in perfect weather, and i wouldn't buy a challenger.   Snow wise? might have to wait until the plows go by, and plow the driveway before you leave.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4558.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxbz0li","c_root_id_B":"fxbk8y8","created_at_utc_A":1594228871,"created_at_utc_B":1594221909,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Hahaha. Nothing like a RWD muscle car in the snow.  Obviously FWD cars drive better in the snow than RWD cars. And AWD cars drive better than FWD cars. But good tires and good driving are better than either and FWIW, most cops drive RWD cars (at least Stateside). It's kind of your call. ;)  Do you have a place to store the tires when they're out of season?","human_ref_B":"I mean, i live in perfect weather, and i wouldn't buy a challenger.   Snow wise? might have to wait until the plows go by, and plow the driveway before you leave.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6962.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxc7opj","c_root_id_B":"fxbk8y8","created_at_utc_A":1594232887,"created_at_utc_B":1594221909,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"They arent winter cars lol even with snow tires. Not enough weight in the back so awd might do better but its still gonna be a ship n slide because they have alot of torque","human_ref_B":"I mean, i live in perfect weather, and i wouldn't buy a challenger.   Snow wise? might have to wait until the plows go by, and plow the driveway before you leave.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10978.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hnhxdk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Winter driving? I wanna get the 2020 challenger rt (stick) I live in Canada so the winters here can get rough, is this a smart idea lol, winter tires of course, rwd? Awd?","c_root_id_A":"fxc96j0","c_root_id_B":"fxbk8y8","created_at_utc_A":1594233574,"created_at_utc_B":1594221909,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Dad's got a rwd jeep gc. He used snow tires on it, and he was able to get up all hills. Just have a set of steelies for the snow with snow tires and you should be fine. It's really sketchy even in a fwd car doing all seasons on the highway.","human_ref_B":"I mean, i live in perfect weather, and i wouldn't buy a challenger.   Snow wise? might have to wait until the plows go by, and plow the driveway before you leave.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11665.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"h8ktr3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How can I do the least amount of damage as I temporarily work as a delivery driver? I Explain like I'm five years old'd this post because I am a super noob with cars.   Anyways one of my part time jobs is delivery, for 20 hours a week, which means constant city driving.   Up until now I had been leaving the car idling if I knew I'd be back in the car within five minutes, because my ex said her technician cousin told her that it's much worse for the engine to be stopping and starting constantly than to leave it idling, and that constantly stopping and starting will kill the starter.  Google seems to have debunked this.   Anyways, so am I supposed to stop the car, even if I am at a house, which means I'll be out and back in my car in about a minute?   Lastly, I'm hoping to be done by September. Do you think I'll severely damage the starter if I'm always stopping and starting the vehicle?  Thanks!!!","c_root_id_A":"furp66v","c_root_id_B":"furotn6","created_at_utc_A":1592106807,"created_at_utc_B":1592106561,"score_A":29,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"When I delivered pizzas I would routinely purchase piece of shit cars for like $100-$200 on Craigslist, and try to get a year or so out of them before they died and became money pits. If you know, or are willing to learn a small amount of auto mechanics, this is the path to go. Never drive a car you like or want to keep for delivery... It's not just the starter that will wear out; delivery miles are really hard miles. You are literally mortgaging your vehicle's future for some quick under the table cash -- that's the agreement you enter when you sign up to use your own car. This is especially true if your car is new and\/or you have a loan on it.. It's downright foolish and shortsighted to use this car for delivery.   On to your specific question, try to hedge your bets: if you've parked in someone's driveway and are just popping up to their door to drop off the food: leave the car running. If you're going to be gone more than 3 min or so, turn the car off. Idling for long periods is bad for the engine, and wasteful. Starting the motor constantly is bad for the engine and starter as well -- didn't I mention delivery miles are hard miles?","human_ref_B":"Well, if you go from starting your car 10 times or less per day to 50 times a day, yeah it\u2019s gonna cause quicker wear. If you\u2019re going to be back to your vehicle in five minutes or less, just let it idle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":246.0,"score_ratio":3.625}
{"post_id":"h020sy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Expensive Cargo boxes worth it? I\u2019m about to make a 3k mile journey across the country with my wife, 6mo baby, wife\u2019s mom, and dog in a 2017 Subaru Outback.  Definitely need to take advantage of the roof rack. What do y\u2019all think? Is a $450+ Thule worth it? Or should I get a cheap one? Or should I just wrap suitcases and whatever else crap in plastic, strap\u2019em down and call it good?  I don\u2019t really intend to use a roof box too much more after making the move.  I guess the question is: can I justify buying a nice roof box for one 3k mile trip? People who have roof boxes, do you actually use them regularly?","c_root_id_A":"ftjtqut","c_root_id_B":"ftjtdiw","created_at_utc_A":1591760754,"created_at_utc_B":1591760514,"score_A":11,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Are you going to take the stuff off the roof when you stop for the night?  if yes, then just a soft bag will be fine.    if not, then you need something lockable.  Sell it on the other end.","human_ref_B":"For a one time use I'd just make do. After college we did about 9k miles with an army duffle wrapped in a tarp. It was loud....  But you can get the roof top soft bags cheaper. Check Craigslist too. Also you can pack accordingly with things that could get a little wet","labels":1,"seconds_difference":240.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"elwtpe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Driving a vehicle 200 miles without heat? I have an opportunity to receive a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee from a family member.  The complication is I will need to drive it back home 200 miles in 20-30 degree weather without heat.   Any suggestions to keep the windshield from fogging or icing up in the inside?  I see they make 12 volt portable heaters that point toward the glass, but reviews are mixed.    I will not have much time to perform a deep diagnoses until it\u2019s back at my place outside of confirming it has plenty of antifreeze or running it a few minutes to check for air trapped in the system.  Broken blend doors have been addressed in the past, but I suppose they could have broken again if plastic replacements were used. The blower motor is said to be working.    Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fdlc5g8","c_root_id_B":"fdl8i83","created_at_utc_A":1578520877,"created_at_utc_B":1578518847,"score_A":18,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"My suggestions:  * If possible, do it on a day that's dry, rather than snowy\/rainy\/misty. * Keep the windows open, at least partly, to keep the temperature and humidity roughly equal inside and outside the car. * Bundle up! Warm jacket, hat, scarf. You're basically going to be sitting outside for 3+ hours.  Have fun! This will be an adventure.  Bonus suggestion: do this only if you are very, very confident that the car is mechanically sound and safe enough to make the trip. You probably don't want to be stranded. Can you get a mechanic to look the car over first?","human_ref_B":"The first thing is you need to clarify what you mean by \"without heat\".  Do you mean:  * The blower fan doesn't work? * The blower fan does work, but only puts out cold air * Etc  In the case of the blower fan not working, you should still be able to switch between fresh and recirculated air.  On the fresh air setting, air should come thru passively -- meaning, at highway speeds, you should have enough air going to clear the window.  In the case of the blower fan working, but only putting out cold air -- this also may be good enough to get home.  I can't really offer further advice without more details tho..","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2030.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"elwtpe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Driving a vehicle 200 miles without heat? I have an opportunity to receive a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee from a family member.  The complication is I will need to drive it back home 200 miles in 20-30 degree weather without heat.   Any suggestions to keep the windshield from fogging or icing up in the inside?  I see they make 12 volt portable heaters that point toward the glass, but reviews are mixed.    I will not have much time to perform a deep diagnoses until it\u2019s back at my place outside of confirming it has plenty of antifreeze or running it a few minutes to check for air trapped in the system.  Broken blend doors have been addressed in the past, but I suppose they could have broken again if plastic replacements were used. The blower motor is said to be working.    Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fdlc5g8","c_root_id_B":"fdlbcv5","created_at_utc_A":1578520877,"created_at_utc_B":1578520403,"score_A":18,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My suggestions:  * If possible, do it on a day that's dry, rather than snowy\/rainy\/misty. * Keep the windows open, at least partly, to keep the temperature and humidity roughly equal inside and outside the car. * Bundle up! Warm jacket, hat, scarf. You're basically going to be sitting outside for 3+ hours.  Have fun! This will be an adventure.  Bonus suggestion: do this only if you are very, very confident that the car is mechanically sound and safe enough to make the trip. You probably don't want to be stranded. Can you get a mechanic to look the car over first?","human_ref_B":"Cracking the front windows will greatly decrease the buildup of humidity. You're definitely gonna need a hat, jacket, and gloves.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":474.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"elwtpe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Driving a vehicle 200 miles without heat? I have an opportunity to receive a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee from a family member.  The complication is I will need to drive it back home 200 miles in 20-30 degree weather without heat.   Any suggestions to keep the windshield from fogging or icing up in the inside?  I see they make 12 volt portable heaters that point toward the glass, but reviews are mixed.    I will not have much time to perform a deep diagnoses until it\u2019s back at my place outside of confirming it has plenty of antifreeze or running it a few minutes to check for air trapped in the system.  Broken blend doors have been addressed in the past, but I suppose they could have broken again if plastic replacements were used. The blower motor is said to be working.    Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fdlh7on","c_root_id_B":"fdl8i83","created_at_utc_A":1578523954,"created_at_utc_B":1578518847,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Step one buy a small space heater   Step two buy a power inverter   Step three plug in to auxiliary power\/ cigarette lighter.","human_ref_B":"The first thing is you need to clarify what you mean by \"without heat\".  Do you mean:  * The blower fan doesn't work? * The blower fan does work, but only puts out cold air * Etc  In the case of the blower fan not working, you should still be able to switch between fresh and recirculated air.  On the fresh air setting, air should come thru passively -- meaning, at highway speeds, you should have enough air going to clear the window.  In the case of the blower fan working, but only putting out cold air -- this also may be good enough to get home.  I can't really offer further advice without more details tho..","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5107.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"elwtpe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Driving a vehicle 200 miles without heat? I have an opportunity to receive a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee from a family member.  The complication is I will need to drive it back home 200 miles in 20-30 degree weather without heat.   Any suggestions to keep the windshield from fogging or icing up in the inside?  I see they make 12 volt portable heaters that point toward the glass, but reviews are mixed.    I will not have much time to perform a deep diagnoses until it\u2019s back at my place outside of confirming it has plenty of antifreeze or running it a few minutes to check for air trapped in the system.  Broken blend doors have been addressed in the past, but I suppose they could have broken again if plastic replacements were used. The blower motor is said to be working.    Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fdlbcv5","c_root_id_B":"fdlh7on","created_at_utc_A":1578520403,"created_at_utc_B":1578523954,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Cracking the front windows will greatly decrease the buildup of humidity. You're definitely gonna need a hat, jacket, and gloves.","human_ref_B":"Step one buy a small space heater   Step two buy a power inverter   Step three plug in to auxiliary power\/ cigarette lighter.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3551.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"elwtpe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Driving a vehicle 200 miles without heat? I have an opportunity to receive a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee from a family member.  The complication is I will need to drive it back home 200 miles in 20-30 degree weather without heat.   Any suggestions to keep the windshield from fogging or icing up in the inside?  I see they make 12 volt portable heaters that point toward the glass, but reviews are mixed.    I will not have much time to perform a deep diagnoses until it\u2019s back at my place outside of confirming it has plenty of antifreeze or running it a few minutes to check for air trapped in the system.  Broken blend doors have been addressed in the past, but I suppose they could have broken again if plastic replacements were used. The blower motor is said to be working.    Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fdlqqhi","c_root_id_B":"fdm46sn","created_at_utc_A":1578530239,"created_at_utc_B":1578539383,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've heard of people throwing kitty litter or something similar in the back to suck up moisture","human_ref_B":"Disclaimer- I\u2019m not a mechanic, but I like to work on my own cars.   It sounds like warm coolant is not getting through the heater core. The heater core is like a mini radiator located in the cabin under the dashboard on the passenger side that is supposed to circulate warm engine coolant. When coolant circulates through this \u201cradiator\u201d and air blows over it, it\u2019s warming the air in the cabin. So, perhaps your Jeep is not circulating the warm coolant OR the coolant is not getting warm enough to heat the cabin.   Here is what I would troubleshoot:  1. Open the hood When the vehicle engine is cold, open the radiator cap and make sure you can see coolant. Low coolant could prevent the warm coolant from circulating through the heater core.  Add coolant if it\u2019s low, or in a pinch at least add water and fill the reservoir to the proper fill mark. Close the cap.   2. Open the hood and Start the Jeep with the hood open and put your hand on the coolant hose, being very careful to stay away from moving parts, belts spinning and the radiator fan. Try to feel if there is pressure in the hose or even possibly can feel the coolant pumping through it. If the engine is cold the coolant should not flow through the engine until it reaches a certain warm temperature. If coolant is already flowing, make a note of that.   3. Let the engine run for 10 minutes or so until the engine is warming. Put your hand on the coolant hose again.  Is it warmer now or even hot to the touch? It should be very warm. Now find two rubber hoses running straight back towards the cabin.  These are the hoses that circulate hot coolant through the heater core. Are both smaller hoses hot\/warm? If one is hot and one is cold, the heater core is blocked and the hot coolant is not circulating through the heater core. If this is the case, this could possibly be fixed with a coolant do flush and refill. If the core has to be replaced, that\u2019s a job for a pro.   4. Are both or all of the hoses not very warm at all? Then the engine thermostat may be stuck open. The thermostat opens when the engine gets hot and routes coolant through the radiator, where it can cool off, then when the coolant is cool enough the thermostat closes and the engine circulates coolant in a closed loop and the coolant get hot again. This is how the engine stays at its ideal temperature. When the thermostat is stuck open, the coolant continues to circulate through the radiator and never really gets hot enough for you to feel warmth in the cabin. If this is the case, tapping the thermostat after you turn off the vehicle may unstick it, you may get lucky.  Changing the thermostat is a pretty big job in that the coolant needs to be drained, disposed of properly, refilled and purged of air.   Checking the coolant level and tapping the thermostat are easy and free, I hope one of those solves your problem.  Next, a coolant flush and fill could help with flow through the core, but I would check the thermostat also while doing that. The good news is you can drive with the thermostat stuck open. Your engine just stays cooler than optimum temperature.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9144.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"bt4m2a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time buying tires... where do I start? Alright, I\u2019m an 18 year old high school student and for a while now my 2000 Honda Accord sedan (LX Edition) has had TERRIBLE tires. I mean, these tires shake so much, you can feel it anywhere in the car, so I\u2019ve decided to do something about this. I\u2019ve never bought tires before and I don\u2019t know where to look, what to look for, how much I should spend, should I buy brand new tires, or slightly used tires? I\u2019m stuck with this problem and I just want to fix it already... what should I do?","c_root_id_A":"eotz6mm","c_root_id_B":"eotz7xs","created_at_utc_A":1558852496,"created_at_utc_B":1558852524,"score_A":2,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Try tirerack","human_ref_B":"Shaking in your tires isn't usually caused by bad tires as much as just unbalanced tires. If your tires still have plenty of tread on them, then I'd recommend taking it to a shop and getting your tires balanced. If you are still getting a lot of shaking then you have some other issues in your suspension.  If you do need to actually buy new tires just look at a site like tire rack or tire buyer. Your Accord doesn't need super nice tires so get something less than $100 \/ tire. Get new tire though. I used to buy used tires and it was a waste of money. You're just getting the take offs from somebody else who needed new tires.      If you buy through a site like tire rack or tire buyer then you can get an estimate for install when you purchase. Most places should give you a very accurate estimate so you know how much money you need to spend.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"bt4m2a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time buying tires... where do I start? Alright, I\u2019m an 18 year old high school student and for a while now my 2000 Honda Accord sedan (LX Edition) has had TERRIBLE tires. I mean, these tires shake so much, you can feel it anywhere in the car, so I\u2019ve decided to do something about this. I\u2019ve never bought tires before and I don\u2019t know where to look, what to look for, how much I should spend, should I buy brand new tires, or slightly used tires? I\u2019m stuck with this problem and I just want to fix it already... what should I do?","c_root_id_A":"eou0tqm","c_root_id_B":"eotz6mm","created_at_utc_A":1558853666,"created_at_utc_B":1558852496,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Definitely buy new tires. Really the only time I can recommend buying a used tires is if you only need *one* to last you a short time before replacing *all*, preferably as a spare.  Anyway, the most practical way to do this, is to find your tire size, it will be on the side of your tire and will read something like 205\/65\/15. The numbers themselves may be different but whatever those numbers are, *that* is your tire size. You should also decide what *type* of tire you need, which will depend on the climate and type of driving you do.   * If you live in a hot dry place that never gets rain, you can get \"Summer\" tires. Though All-Seasons are fine too.  * If you get some to a lot of rain, I would get wet\/dry all season tires.  * If you ever have to or plan to drive in snow, get M+S (mud & snow) rated all-season tires.  * If you have hard frozen winters, consider a second set of wheels with dedicated Winter tires.   With that information you can start shopping around for tires, by talking to different tire shops in your area. You should know these places employ salesman, whose job it is to upsell you. Don't take it personally, but be prepared to decline their amazing deals on amazing tires you probably don't need. But do keep an ear out for other promotions. Usually you can find one or more shops doing free install, or free alignments, or buy three get a fourth tire free etc etc. These can be good deals.   Alternatively you can shop for the tires themselves online, and occasionally find a good deal that way. But bare in mind online prices rarely include the cost of disposing your old tires or installing and balancing your new tires. Something to consider.","human_ref_B":"Try tirerack","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1170.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"bt4m2a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time buying tires... where do I start? Alright, I\u2019m an 18 year old high school student and for a while now my 2000 Honda Accord sedan (LX Edition) has had TERRIBLE tires. I mean, these tires shake so much, you can feel it anywhere in the car, so I\u2019ve decided to do something about this. I\u2019ve never bought tires before and I don\u2019t know where to look, what to look for, how much I should spend, should I buy brand new tires, or slightly used tires? I\u2019m stuck with this problem and I just want to fix it already... what should I do?","c_root_id_A":"eotz6mm","c_root_id_B":"eoutonv","created_at_utc_A":1558852496,"created_at_utc_B":1558880507,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Try tirerack","human_ref_B":"What others are saying here about your suspension being loose, or bearings being worn, I'd add, alignment might be off -- start there.  The reason your tires are worn can actually be related to bad bearings.  If you're not up to the task of checking the bearings and suspension, find someone who is first.  The reason: You buy new tires, the car still shakes and now you're damaging the new tires you bought looking for a reputable mechanic to fix the real issue that got you in the situation -- this isn't a good spot to be in at all.  After clearing up any doubts about the suspension\/bearings:  IMHO start with tirerack.com -- they have the absolute best tire comparison tool I've ever seen.   Note: I have no affiliation with them at all.   I have bought a lot from them over the years and haven't found a comparable site out there.  You enter the specifics about your car and it should come up with the stock tire size -- go and look at the tire size on your car (others in this thread have described the size specification well, and tire rack has a good guide on their site as to how to read them if you want more).   Check to make sure you're ordering the right tires.  BTW: it's entirely possible with a car as old as yours that someone put the wrong tires on it -- I'd trust tire rack over the tire size you have if the wheel size is correct and you don't have after-market rims.  I've seen this first-hand helping a relative with their tires -- the tire size was really off and since we were only buying 2 tires for the car, we ended up sticking with the wrong size -- but you're likely doing them all, so get them right if you can.  Next, figure out what you're going to be driving through the most.   Are you driving through snow a good portion of the year?  Are you buying tires to take the thing track racing?   Do you like tires that wear a long time vs sticky tires (performance or all-around \"all season\" tires)?     If you live in a temperate zone with snow a good portion of the year you should consider a good set of all season tires, for example.   If you live in the southwest where it's warm all year round you might want good summer tires.  If you just want tire longevity, pay more attention to the tread life rating of the tires.   The nice thing about tire rack is that people rate tires and you can find people that have bought exactly the tire you're looking at, commenting in the ratings about how well it worked for them.  You can sort by price and so on -- take some time and narrow the search to a couple or so tires.   You will get an idea of fair price for the tires.  As \/u\/arroyobass indicates, you have to account for what it costs to get rid of your old tires (it's been a while, but I think I paid like 10 bucks a tire last time).   You have to pay mounting and balancing on top of the purchase price.    This varies based upon the fee charged by tire installer\/retailer.  Speaking of which, tire rack will drop ship to installers all over the country (likely near you) -- you don't have to have them ship them to you in other words.   I use a couple of installers in my area and they just receive the tires and I drive my car over and they put them on the car -- just like they would tires they sold me.     At this point you might opt out of not buying the tires at all from tire rack -- you're armed with a fair price for the tires themselves, and you are ready to call a couple of reputable dealers in your area.  I use the ratings on google maps for some ideas of who's good and bad (bear in mind, ratings can be \"cooked\", but it's all you have unless you know someone who can recommend a reputable tire sales place).  Call in, tell them the exact size of tire you are looking for and mention the *exact* tire you chose as your top choice on tire rack -- or the top couple.   \"I'm looking at a set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires 245\/45 R17 -- what do you have like this or similar?\"  They should give you a similar price.   It might be a good 20-30% higher.  They likely won't be able to the the tire brand you're looking at, but should suggest a comparable tire.    Be aware it's possible that they they suggest a tire that's not similar to the one you're interested in.  Example: you pick an all-season tire and they quote you a summer tire as a competitive suggestion.  Clarify by asking \"Is that a good all-season tire\", etc.    If you get prices that are way out of line, like double, for a couple of  different choices, I'd politely get off the phone and call another dealer.   People out there will pay way too much IMHO for tires and have literally no idea, and some tire places simply start the conversation with these insane prices to see if you're going to bite.      Anyway, the main point I'm driving at here, at least you're armed with some decent information as to what the tires cost and you are going to have some idea if you're being fleeced.   While you do have a tire salesperson on the line it's a great time to ask mounting and balancing questions, and tire disposal fees.    Ask what an alignment costs while you're at it, and how long it's good for (from my experience, some places will allow you to get it re-checked \/ reset in a certain window, like 6 months after getting the car aligned there).  You might find from talking to the salesperson that the tires are still a lot more than they are on-line, at which point you're hesitant to buy -- say something like \"Ok, thanks for the quote.   I'm going to have to think about this -- do you get a commission?\"   This is a polite way of asking the salesperson if they're going to lose the sale to someone else if you hang up and call back.  They're not going to want to lose the sale to someone else, usually, and it's a great way to get them to think about this -- about half the time I do this they ask \"Do you have a competitive price in mind\" or something equivalent, at which point you can simply say \"I found X tire on-line in this exact size for Y amount of dollars\", which gives them a chance to give you a close to matching price.   I can't count the number of times that this has brought the price down for me (not just for tires).     Usually you're still over by a couple of percentage points -- sometimes you're less.   In any case, they're dipping into their margin to match the price, which is simply good business.  Buy the tires from them IMHO, they're willing to work with you and I'd rather give my business to a person\/business that I can shake hands with if at all possible.     Consider having your alignment checked at the same time the tires are installed.  The only exception to this: you had your alignment checked\/fixed a few days before.  Most places will check it for free and if it needs a correction they'll charge you then -- a reputable place isn't going to change the alignment is what I'm driving at, unless you need it.  This last bit pertains to the situation where you ended up buying the tires on-line -- I myself tip the guy who put the tires on the car -- usually $20.  This is not at all necessary, but because I bought the tires on-line and the store didn't make as much dough, I'd rather pass something to the guy at the end of the food chain.   This is, of course, if they treated me well (like any normal customer) and the job looks good.   Totally up to you.  Sorry about the wall of text but it sounds like you're looking for advice like this ;)  Cheers","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28011.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfob7tc","c_root_id_B":"dfoyiwg","created_at_utc_A":1491007813,"created_at_utc_B":1491057328,"score_A":14,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Clean, rust-free brakes and brake-dust-less wheels do it for me. Something like this.","human_ref_B":"No dealer tags\/badges\/stickers. So many people just don't even care.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":49515.0,"score_ratio":1.0714285714}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfoyiwg","c_root_id_B":"dfokd3m","created_at_utc_A":1491057328,"created_at_utc_B":1491022005,"score_A":15,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"No dealer tags\/badges\/stickers. So many people just don't even care.","human_ref_B":"Track outline decal.  That car will probably be dirty and maybe a little beat up, but you know the important stuff is all taken care of lovingly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":35323.0,"score_ratio":1.3636363636}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfoljje","c_root_id_B":"dfoyiwg","created_at_utc_A":1491024214,"created_at_utc_B":1491057328,"score_A":8,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Redacted by Power Delete Suite v1.4.8","human_ref_B":"No dealer tags\/badges\/stickers. So many people just don't even care.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33114.0,"score_ratio":1.875}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfomprt","c_root_id_B":"dfoyiwg","created_at_utc_A":1491026757,"created_at_utc_B":1491057328,"score_A":8,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"A good brand of tyres instead of the cheapo alternatives. Wheels without kerb damage. Quality window wipers, like Bosch, that are in good condition. Clean, clear windows.","human_ref_B":"No dealer tags\/badges\/stickers. So many people just don't even care.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30571.0,"score_ratio":1.875}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfoyiwg","c_root_id_B":"dfoxs11","created_at_utc_A":1491057328,"created_at_utc_B":1491056083,"score_A":15,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"No dealer tags\/badges\/stickers. So many people just don't even care.","human_ref_B":"The fact that they keep their car clean. Not necessarily immaculate, just clean.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1245.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfosx1s","c_root_id_B":"dfoyiwg","created_at_utc_A":1491045321,"created_at_utc_B":1491057328,"score_A":5,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"For me, it's almost anything noteworthy or abnormal for their model car... new\/nicer exhaust tips, tasteful aftermarket wheels, options from a higher trim level put on a lower trim...","human_ref_B":"No dealer tags\/badges\/stickers. So many people just don't even care.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12007.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"62otyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the one thing about someone's car that makes you say \"wow, this person actually cares about their car\"?","c_root_id_A":"dfoxs11","c_root_id_B":"dfosx1s","created_at_utc_A":1491056083,"created_at_utc_B":1491045321,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The fact that they keep their car clean. Not necessarily immaculate, just clean.","human_ref_B":"For me, it's almost anything noteworthy or abnormal for their model car... new\/nicer exhaust tips, tasteful aftermarket wheels, options from a higher trim level put on a lower trim...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10762.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j01ojhd","c_root_id_B":"j01q2ak","created_at_utc_A":1670936800,"created_at_utc_B":1670937608,"score_A":13,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Don\u2019t turn your car on again until you put oil in it and check the level with the oil dipstick. Check if there is a local Buy Nothing group on Facebook to join, a neighbor may have quarts of oil around for free. Walk or bicycle over to pick it up.","human_ref_B":"In the future $500 of preventative maintenance will prevent 90% of what will certainly not be $500 repairs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":808.0,"score_ratio":1.2307692308}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j01qw9m","c_root_id_B":"j01uo5m","created_at_utc_A":1670938041,"created_at_utc_B":1670939869,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Is it a petrol vehicle or a diesel?  Fill it up with oil again and run it. Best thing you can do right now without replacing the engine. Be aware that it might consume significantly more oil now, so check oil *daily*. I'd recommend you go with at the minimum 10w40 (many cars say 5w30 in the manual) or maybe 15w60. This is thicker oil and will partially take up the gaps and damage that lack of oil caused. Try to keep the revs low, as higher revs will consume more oil. Carry at least a small oil bottle with you. It is cheaper to buy oil in bulk (like 20 litre cans, or at least 5 litres) than buying in small cans\/bottles.","human_ref_B":"Yes when it knocks, it\u2019s hurt. I looked at your post history, this isn\u2019t the end of that world. Keep your head up.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1828.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j0233ub","c_root_id_B":"j01qw9m","created_at_utc_A":1670943594,"created_at_utc_B":1670938041,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Wife did this.  Went went 5 or so years between oil changes.  Took it to a shop and they said the main bearing went.  We sold it to CarMax and they just noted an exhaust rattle.  They gave us 5K for it.","human_ref_B":"Is it a petrol vehicle or a diesel?  Fill it up with oil again and run it. Best thing you can do right now without replacing the engine. Be aware that it might consume significantly more oil now, so check oil *daily*. I'd recommend you go with at the minimum 10w40 (many cars say 5w30 in the manual) or maybe 15w60. This is thicker oil and will partially take up the gaps and damage that lack of oil caused. Try to keep the revs low, as higher revs will consume more oil. Carry at least a small oil bottle with you. It is cheaper to buy oil in bulk (like 20 litre cans, or at least 5 litres) than buying in small cans\/bottles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5553.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j02h9v6","c_root_id_B":"j01qw9m","created_at_utc_A":1670949814,"created_at_utc_B":1670938041,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Put oil in it put sme Lucas motor treatment in it, bam your good till it explodes","human_ref_B":"Is it a petrol vehicle or a diesel?  Fill it up with oil again and run it. Best thing you can do right now without replacing the engine. Be aware that it might consume significantly more oil now, so check oil *daily*. I'd recommend you go with at the minimum 10w40 (many cars say 5w30 in the manual) or maybe 15w60. This is thicker oil and will partially take up the gaps and damage that lack of oil caused. Try to keep the revs low, as higher revs will consume more oil. Carry at least a small oil bottle with you. It is cheaper to buy oil in bulk (like 20 litre cans, or at least 5 litres) than buying in small cans\/bottles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11773.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j02nqyz","c_root_id_B":"j01qw9m","created_at_utc_A":1670952258,"created_at_utc_B":1670938041,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"> I have no money to afford a repair  >  It just feels so hopeless  > It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking  Not to be that guy....but in the situation where you're broke af. You can't walk through life like the rich diva expecting someone else to take care of their car and just pay Jeeves to have its maintenance done.  A lot of broke people have quarts of el cheapo Walmart oil that they just keep filling into the oil fill, it legit takes 20 seconds.   But the answer is yes, your engine is damaged. Now if you put oil in it, will it still last a bit? Possibly, we have no way of knowing without being there and tearing the engine apart for a diagnosis  But do know that you'll be taking a chance now (after putting oil in) of being left stranded somewhere. But I get that this is probably your only method and no other way to get around.  Next time, please spend the 20 seconds to put some oil in your car. No tools or mechanical knowledge required.","human_ref_B":"Is it a petrol vehicle or a diesel?  Fill it up with oil again and run it. Best thing you can do right now without replacing the engine. Be aware that it might consume significantly more oil now, so check oil *daily*. I'd recommend you go with at the minimum 10w40 (many cars say 5w30 in the manual) or maybe 15w60. This is thicker oil and will partially take up the gaps and damage that lack of oil caused. Try to keep the revs low, as higher revs will consume more oil. Carry at least a small oil bottle with you. It is cheaper to buy oil in bulk (like 20 litre cans, or at least 5 litres) than buying in small cans\/bottles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14217.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j0233ub","c_root_id_B":"j02h9v6","created_at_utc_A":1670943594,"created_at_utc_B":1670949814,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Wife did this.  Went went 5 or so years between oil changes.  Took it to a shop and they said the main bearing went.  We sold it to CarMax and they just noted an exhaust rattle.  They gave us 5K for it.","human_ref_B":"Put oil in it put sme Lucas motor treatment in it, bam your good till it explodes","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6220.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j02h9v6","c_root_id_B":"j02b1wo","created_at_utc_A":1670949814,"created_at_utc_B":1670947271,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Put oil in it put sme Lucas motor treatment in it, bam your good till it explodes","human_ref_B":"Yes you have because it needs oil changes regularly. That is not optional and there are no excuses or exceptions there. What I don't understand is why you don't add oil to it. Not replacing it is bad enough, but why would you not even top it off when you know it is dangerously low? Dirty oil is better than no oil at all. What did you think was going to happen?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2543.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zksymr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Have I caused unrepairable damage to my engine by neglecting getting an oil change? I was told that my car has literally no oil it. My car started knocking really loud the other day and my car could be totaled pretty much. I have no money to afford a repair more than 500. It just feels so hopeless and I\u2019m just so upset that my car is probably finished. It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking I\u2019m sure soon it will be all over.","c_root_id_A":"j02b1wo","c_root_id_B":"j02nqyz","created_at_utc_A":1670947271,"created_at_utc_B":1670952258,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Yes you have because it needs oil changes regularly. That is not optional and there are no excuses or exceptions there. What I don't understand is why you don't add oil to it. Not replacing it is bad enough, but why would you not even top it off when you know it is dangerously low? Dirty oil is better than no oil at all. What did you think was going to happen?","human_ref_B":"> I have no money to afford a repair  >  It just feels so hopeless  > It\u2019s been driving fine but with loud knocking  Not to be that guy....but in the situation where you're broke af. You can't walk through life like the rich diva expecting someone else to take care of their car and just pay Jeeves to have its maintenance done.  A lot of broke people have quarts of el cheapo Walmart oil that they just keep filling into the oil fill, it legit takes 20 seconds.   But the answer is yes, your engine is damaged. Now if you put oil in it, will it still last a bit? Possibly, we have no way of knowing without being there and tearing the engine apart for a diagnosis  But do know that you'll be taking a chance now (after putting oil in) of being left stranded somewhere. But I get that this is probably your only method and no other way to get around.  Next time, please spend the 20 seconds to put some oil in your car. No tools or mechanical knowledge required.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4987.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"wnkby6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How often do you check your blindspots? Besides when changing lanes, I find myself checking my mirror and blindspots even for the slightest deviation. For instance when there's something in my lane ahead and I need to turn to the left for about a foot to avoid it, I'll check my blindspot.  Is this necessary?","c_root_id_A":"ik5nrux","c_root_id_B":"ik5s9pl","created_at_utc_A":1660414664,"created_at_utc_B":1660416582,"score_A":17,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"Im continually checking my mirrors and space around my car to always keep track of what vehicles are around me and how theyre driving.","human_ref_B":"Constantly.  You should know where everyone is around you at all times in case an emergency happens and you need to react.  Saved my ass many times when I had to swerve and knew I couldn't go one direction because a car was there, so I chose the other with the clear lane.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1918.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wemans","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Is it possible to put a \"stronger engine\" in an old van? Hello guys I had a question. My Dad has a 1996 Chevy Astro Van, it's still in good condition and has ~100,000 miles on it.   My Dad wants to know if it is possible to put a \"stronger engine\" in it so he can pull a midsize trailer, he already has a tow hitch on it and can pull small carts. His reasoning is it would cost 30-40k to get a new car to tow stuff and if it would cost less to get a new engine that would be better.  My questions are:  Is it even possible to do something like this? If so how much would it cost and what kind of shop should i look for?  This car has a lot of memories for our family and my Dad wants to keep it around as long as he can, but personally I think he should get another car to tow with and keep the van as a Sunday driver\/road trip car.  Any advice would be appreciated and thanks in advance for your help.","c_root_id_A":"iipjz2p","c_root_id_B":"iipdy8k","created_at_utc_A":1659481477,"created_at_utc_B":1659478989,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Before doing anything at all make sure that the thing is operating correctly and at it's best. It seems from the description that something is wrong. No reason that it should struggle that bad uphills.   Check basic maintenance items. Spark plugs, wires, fuel filter, air filter, vacuum leaks, dirty maf. All of these can be done very cheaply and diy.  Frankly modifying a car that old is just dumb when you could put a down payment on a newer better and more powerful car.","human_ref_B":"Depending on the engine, it's possible to get some better performance by tuning it, maybe it's not even necessary to swap the engine.  I don't know the laws in your country, but if you don't exceed a certain percentage of added power to the engine, you might not have to upgrade the brakes or suspension.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2488.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"u61lpp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"I feel like I\u2019ve \u201cdestroyed\u201d my car every time I drive on mud, and it is making me feel guilty, is it ok? I\u2019ve recently bought a \u201c1998 Nissan Pathfinder\u201d that is looking really cool, it looks clean and has no problems.    since I live in a very rural area, sometimes I drive on mud, but every time I do that I feel like I\u2019m destroying my car and that makes me feel \u201cguilty\u201d, even thought its an off-road, Am I just taking way too much care or is there something wrong with driving on mud all the time?,I feel like something is going wrong.","c_root_id_A":"i55ncpv","c_root_id_B":"i55p8rs","created_at_utc_A":1650246082,"created_at_utc_B":1650246983,"score_A":8,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Youll be fine unless you driving it really hard or bottoming out","human_ref_B":"I told him to be careful and the f*cking first thing he does, he runs her into the mud. Sitting there just gunning it, spinning the f*cking tires, burning the engine out of it The thing's probably f*cked at this point.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":901.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"trrpoi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"1994 Toyota Camry 37k Miles for $3200?  Just came across a 1994 Toyota Camry with only 37k Miles for $3200. It has only had two owners and looks really good both outside and inside. I feel like the price is a bit steep for a 28 year old car but I know the Camry is extremely reliable, and the mileage being this low makes it seem like a pretty good deal. I\u2019m really not an expert so I wanted to know what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"i2mm9no","c_root_id_B":"i2mma6u","created_at_utc_A":1648593552,"created_at_utc_B":1648593559,"score_A":12,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"My guess is it will sell quickly for that price. If it was parked under cover that could be a good car for many years. If it was parked outside under a tree it may be somewhat decayed and need some TLC to fix up weathered parts, replace perished rubber bits, and clean crud out of various crevices.","human_ref_B":"That\u2019s a really good deal assuming the odometer is true. Check the cars history report on CarFax and look for any odometer rollbacks. If you see even one, dont trust the mileage. Check under the hood and body, and look for any rust. Those cars are very prone to that. The 6 cyl model is very thirsty on gas so keep that in mind since gas prices are really high. Do invest in a good anti theft device.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"trrpoi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"1994 Toyota Camry 37k Miles for $3200?  Just came across a 1994 Toyota Camry with only 37k Miles for $3200. It has only had two owners and looks really good both outside and inside. I feel like the price is a bit steep for a 28 year old car but I know the Camry is extremely reliable, and the mileage being this low makes it seem like a pretty good deal. I\u2019m really not an expert so I wanted to know what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"i2oc86b","c_root_id_B":"i2o7nva","created_at_utc_A":1648613859,"created_at_utc_B":1648611359,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It's a smoking hot deal with one big caveat. *Only* 37k miles sounds great but the nature of those miles matters. If it did 12k miles per year in 1994-1997 and then sat for 25 years, that's not great. If it sat for 20 years and was recently cleaned up, that would be better, but I would expect the seller to want more money. Either way if you buy it, be prepared to replace all the perishable bits in the near future. Belts, gaskets, filters, fluids etc etc.","human_ref_B":"At that age, super low miles like that is not a positive, unless it was properly stored inside like a collector car would be. It probably saw long periods without use, which is not kind to vehicles. It might still be a good car but 37k miles and 28 years old is not necessarily a good combo.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2500.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s29t0f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to get a wet musty smell out of car interior? I spilled a huge picket of water in my car and now it smells awful. It\u2019s been a week and getting worse How soni get the smell out,","c_root_id_A":"hsd66td","c_root_id_B":"hsda45i","created_at_utc_A":1642005173,"created_at_utc_B":1642006651,"score_A":11,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Should have dried it fully (garage\/car wash) when it happened.  Sounds like it's growing mold now.   Clean and scrub thoroughly.   Then dry it... COMPLETELY","human_ref_B":"ozone machine, you can get a good one that will do a good job for $70 ish on amazon. Just put it in the car for couple hours will remove the smell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1478.0,"score_ratio":1.4545454545}
{"post_id":"rvqeom","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Would you buy a car with an accident on its history report? 70% of the time, whenever I search a car on a website like Carfax, I see at least 1 accident on the record. Would you still buy the car, knowing full well that it was hit somewhere at one point?","c_root_id_A":"hr7or3h","c_root_id_B":"hr7kqu7","created_at_utc_A":1641304671,"created_at_utc_B":1641302654,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Here's what I do...  If an accident is reported on the history report, I look to see if there is an accident report number available.  I pull up the accident report and look at what happened.  In some cases I've found that it was a low speed collision with a pedestrian.  In other cases, it was a major accident.    It is important to not let salesmen pressure you into ignoring the facts and buying anyways.  They will get annoyed when you do this, but they can either wait for you to complete a quick check or watch you walk.  *You don't need this specific car*.  Be prepared to walk at any moment if it doesn't feel right.","human_ref_B":"It highly depends on the circumstances. In some cases, accidents only do minor body damage. Technically hitting a dear is an accident, but is usually claimed on insurance.   The biggest issues from accidents are that the radiator could have got busted and the person is not mechanically inclined, and they overheat the motor, ruining it by warping it. That motor will probably blow gaskets like crazy, and will cost you dearly.   Another source of concern is the frame. If the frame gets even slightly bent, you lose a lot of gas mileage, and the car will eat through tires, because it will be crooked. It will be hard to get an alignment, and even if you do it will probably be a bad one, and the car will drift to the side unless you fight it by counter steering slightly.   If a car has a unibody(no frame) then it\u2019s nearly impossible to tell if it\u2019s bent, and any accident will pretty much ruin the car.   The best way to tell though, is to take it to a tire shop and let them put it on their machine, and inspect it. They will be able to tell you if the car is good or not atleast when it comes to the geometry of the frame. With the motor it\u2019s a little harder to tell, you can get an idea by checking the fluids, and checking to see if the head has been removed. The best bet is not to buy a car that has been run hot. Especially cheap cars as the have almost pure aluminum blocks, and are easily damaged by even a little overheating.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2017.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlf01o0","c_root_id_B":"hlf9lv2","created_at_utc_A":1637434644,"created_at_utc_B":1637438843,"score_A":8,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"It's not that bad really. You can rent a spring compressor it's not that dangerous if you take your time. Watch some videos and have all of the tools needed. You should flush the brake fluid while you are in there. You could easily do it in a day or two if you have everything you need.","human_ref_B":"You won't need a spring compressor if you buy loaded strut assemblies.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4199.0,"score_ratio":1.875}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlf9lv2","c_root_id_B":"hlf2d1a","created_at_utc_A":1637438843,"created_at_utc_B":1637435635,"score_A":15,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You won't need a spring compressor if you buy loaded strut assemblies.","human_ref_B":"None of those things are difficult. The trick to tackling any mechanical project on your own is having the correct tools. If you have the right tools, you can do anything.   I always make a point, whenever I find myself in a store, to pick up one specialty tool that I don't have which will make life easier in the future. This way I'm constantly building up my tool arsenal without breaking the bank all at once  Happy wrenching!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3208.0,"score_ratio":7.5}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlfnmit","c_root_id_B":"hlfkrkm","created_at_utc_A":1637445155,"created_at_utc_B":1637443863,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I'd recommend buying front strut assemblies. They're complete and you don't need a spring compressor. All that work is super easy and can be done with basic tools and YouTube lol","human_ref_B":"I do all that by choice on every new car I get  Unless it's rusty or something BUY LOADED STRUTS and it should be doable","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1292.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlf2d1a","c_root_id_B":"hlfnmit","created_at_utc_A":1637435635,"created_at_utc_B":1637445155,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"None of those things are difficult. The trick to tackling any mechanical project on your own is having the correct tools. If you have the right tools, you can do anything.   I always make a point, whenever I find myself in a store, to pick up one specialty tool that I don't have which will make life easier in the future. This way I'm constantly building up my tool arsenal without breaking the bank all at once  Happy wrenching!","human_ref_B":"I'd recommend buying front strut assemblies. They're complete and you don't need a spring compressor. All that work is super easy and can be done with basic tools and YouTube lol","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9520.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlfnmit","c_root_id_B":"hlfjpd2","created_at_utc_A":1637445155,"created_at_utc_B":1637443391,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'd recommend buying front strut assemblies. They're complete and you don't need a spring compressor. All that work is super easy and can be done with basic tools and YouTube lol","human_ref_B":"Yea you'll be fine. Just make sure to take frequent breaks. And remember, DON'T FORCE ANYTHING. If something has to be forced, 9\/10 you'll break something.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1764.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlfyjk0","c_root_id_B":"hlfkrkm","created_at_utc_A":1637450142,"created_at_utc_B":1637443863,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Alright my dude. Sorry not sorry for the wall of text:  Whether this is a good idea at all, one needs to ask what kind of a shed you've got. If you don't have a lot of tools, you're going to be looking at a $200-$300 outlay in tools. I mean, you'll always have them so future jobs will also be in your capabilities, but if getting the van running is a priority, it's something to consider.  If you were to do this work yourself EXCEPT the struts, do that first and then take the car in for the struts *and an alignment*. Doing the tie rods is likely to put your front toe out of whack, and it's advisable to get an alignment when the struts are replaced anyway.   A quick search at Rock Auto tells me that MOOG and Gabriel both sell replacement \"quick struts\" for the Caravan. They are the strut, spring & top hat assembly, ready to be installed with 5 bolts.   That reminds me, put a torque wrench on your tools list. I wouldn't its accuracy on cylinder head bolts, but the 1\/2\" drive torque wrench at Harbor Freight is good enough for suspension work (remember to unwind it after use to keep its accuracy). In fact, get all hand tools here. A 1\/2\" drive socket wrench and metric impact sockets (6 point variety, not 12, and make sure it includes a 15, 17, 19 & 21mm). More sockets in the 8-15mm range on a 3\/8\" drive are good to have, too, so maybe one of their \"80 bazillion piece kits\" could be a good value.    Let's see, what else. A set of metric box wrenches. Two jack stands, and one of their floor jacks. A breaker bar to go with those 1\/2\" impact sockets. Some sort of extra lighting is good. Don't bother with those wand shaped ones. Small handheld LED pucks work GREAT in wheel wells.   I WILL NOT MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON THEIR ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS. I have no clue whether they're reliable or capable. Besides, an impact wrench can be traded for a little determination and lot of leverage.   And while YouTube is a great resource, GET YOURSELF THE HAYNES MANUAL. Or Chiltons. A reference in hand is golden. So is PB Blaster. Get some of that, and spray it on the day before you want to start loosening things. And a tube of antisieze to put on each reinstalled fastener when you're done (if you have to take anything off again, you'll be glad you did it). Oh, and if you come across any big boxes, save them so you have something a bit more comfortable for the knees \/ back than just the hard filthy ground.   You will probably want to *rent* a tool to remove the outer tie rod. Ball joint separator. You can rent that at autozone \/ oreillys. The YT can show you how they work.   For time, I'd plan a day for the tie rods, a day for the brakes, a half day for the sway bar stuff, and a half-day for the struts (should you chose to do them). These are \"first timer\" numbers, and include padding for murphy's law.   Look up the install process for the swaybar bushings--I'm not sure what parts need to be taken off, and in what order. If it's really invasive (like dropping the subframe), you may decide that it's more than you want to chew off. It may also help you decide your order of operations.  In closing, I don't want to discourage you. I believe you're capable of doing all these things. I also want you to have a good idea of what you're going to be getting into. :)","human_ref_B":"I do all that by choice on every new car I get  Unless it's rusty or something BUY LOADED STRUTS and it should be doable","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6279.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlfyjk0","c_root_id_B":"hlf2d1a","created_at_utc_A":1637450142,"created_at_utc_B":1637435635,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Alright my dude. Sorry not sorry for the wall of text:  Whether this is a good idea at all, one needs to ask what kind of a shed you've got. If you don't have a lot of tools, you're going to be looking at a $200-$300 outlay in tools. I mean, you'll always have them so future jobs will also be in your capabilities, but if getting the van running is a priority, it's something to consider.  If you were to do this work yourself EXCEPT the struts, do that first and then take the car in for the struts *and an alignment*. Doing the tie rods is likely to put your front toe out of whack, and it's advisable to get an alignment when the struts are replaced anyway.   A quick search at Rock Auto tells me that MOOG and Gabriel both sell replacement \"quick struts\" for the Caravan. They are the strut, spring & top hat assembly, ready to be installed with 5 bolts.   That reminds me, put a torque wrench on your tools list. I wouldn't its accuracy on cylinder head bolts, but the 1\/2\" drive torque wrench at Harbor Freight is good enough for suspension work (remember to unwind it after use to keep its accuracy). In fact, get all hand tools here. A 1\/2\" drive socket wrench and metric impact sockets (6 point variety, not 12, and make sure it includes a 15, 17, 19 & 21mm). More sockets in the 8-15mm range on a 3\/8\" drive are good to have, too, so maybe one of their \"80 bazillion piece kits\" could be a good value.    Let's see, what else. A set of metric box wrenches. Two jack stands, and one of their floor jacks. A breaker bar to go with those 1\/2\" impact sockets. Some sort of extra lighting is good. Don't bother with those wand shaped ones. Small handheld LED pucks work GREAT in wheel wells.   I WILL NOT MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON THEIR ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS. I have no clue whether they're reliable or capable. Besides, an impact wrench can be traded for a little determination and lot of leverage.   And while YouTube is a great resource, GET YOURSELF THE HAYNES MANUAL. Or Chiltons. A reference in hand is golden. So is PB Blaster. Get some of that, and spray it on the day before you want to start loosening things. And a tube of antisieze to put on each reinstalled fastener when you're done (if you have to take anything off again, you'll be glad you did it). Oh, and if you come across any big boxes, save them so you have something a bit more comfortable for the knees \/ back than just the hard filthy ground.   You will probably want to *rent* a tool to remove the outer tie rod. Ball joint separator. You can rent that at autozone \/ oreillys. The YT can show you how they work.   For time, I'd plan a day for the tie rods, a day for the brakes, a half day for the sway bar stuff, and a half-day for the struts (should you chose to do them). These are \"first timer\" numbers, and include padding for murphy's law.   Look up the install process for the swaybar bushings--I'm not sure what parts need to be taken off, and in what order. If it's really invasive (like dropping the subframe), you may decide that it's more than you want to chew off. It may also help you decide your order of operations.  In closing, I don't want to discourage you. I believe you're capable of doing all these things. I also want you to have a good idea of what you're going to be getting into. :)","human_ref_B":"None of those things are difficult. The trick to tackling any mechanical project on your own is having the correct tools. If you have the right tools, you can do anything.   I always make a point, whenever I find myself in a store, to pick up one specialty tool that I don't have which will make life easier in the future. This way I'm constantly building up my tool arsenal without breaking the bank all at once  Happy wrenching!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14507.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlfjpd2","c_root_id_B":"hlfyjk0","created_at_utc_A":1637443391,"created_at_utc_B":1637450142,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Yea you'll be fine. Just make sure to take frequent breaks. And remember, DON'T FORCE ANYTHING. If something has to be forced, 9\/10 you'll break something.","human_ref_B":"Alright my dude. Sorry not sorry for the wall of text:  Whether this is a good idea at all, one needs to ask what kind of a shed you've got. If you don't have a lot of tools, you're going to be looking at a $200-$300 outlay in tools. I mean, you'll always have them so future jobs will also be in your capabilities, but if getting the van running is a priority, it's something to consider.  If you were to do this work yourself EXCEPT the struts, do that first and then take the car in for the struts *and an alignment*. Doing the tie rods is likely to put your front toe out of whack, and it's advisable to get an alignment when the struts are replaced anyway.   A quick search at Rock Auto tells me that MOOG and Gabriel both sell replacement \"quick struts\" for the Caravan. They are the strut, spring & top hat assembly, ready to be installed with 5 bolts.   That reminds me, put a torque wrench on your tools list. I wouldn't its accuracy on cylinder head bolts, but the 1\/2\" drive torque wrench at Harbor Freight is good enough for suspension work (remember to unwind it after use to keep its accuracy). In fact, get all hand tools here. A 1\/2\" drive socket wrench and metric impact sockets (6 point variety, not 12, and make sure it includes a 15, 17, 19 & 21mm). More sockets in the 8-15mm range on a 3\/8\" drive are good to have, too, so maybe one of their \"80 bazillion piece kits\" could be a good value.    Let's see, what else. A set of metric box wrenches. Two jack stands, and one of their floor jacks. A breaker bar to go with those 1\/2\" impact sockets. Some sort of extra lighting is good. Don't bother with those wand shaped ones. Small handheld LED pucks work GREAT in wheel wells.   I WILL NOT MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON THEIR ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS. I have no clue whether they're reliable or capable. Besides, an impact wrench can be traded for a little determination and lot of leverage.   And while YouTube is a great resource, GET YOURSELF THE HAYNES MANUAL. Or Chiltons. A reference in hand is golden. So is PB Blaster. Get some of that, and spray it on the day before you want to start loosening things. And a tube of antisieze to put on each reinstalled fastener when you're done (if you have to take anything off again, you'll be glad you did it). Oh, and if you come across any big boxes, save them so you have something a bit more comfortable for the knees \/ back than just the hard filthy ground.   You will probably want to *rent* a tool to remove the outer tie rod. Ball joint separator. You can rent that at autozone \/ oreillys. The YT can show you how they work.   For time, I'd plan a day for the tie rods, a day for the brakes, a half day for the sway bar stuff, and a half-day for the struts (should you chose to do them). These are \"first timer\" numbers, and include padding for murphy's law.   Look up the install process for the swaybar bushings--I'm not sure what parts need to be taken off, and in what order. If it's really invasive (like dropping the subframe), you may decide that it's more than you want to chew off. It may also help you decide your order of operations.  In closing, I don't want to discourage you. I believe you're capable of doing all these things. I also want you to have a good idea of what you're going to be getting into. :)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6751.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlf2d1a","c_root_id_B":"hlfkrkm","created_at_utc_A":1637435635,"created_at_utc_B":1637443863,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"None of those things are difficult. The trick to tackling any mechanical project on your own is having the correct tools. If you have the right tools, you can do anything.   I always make a point, whenever I find myself in a store, to pick up one specialty tool that I don't have which will make life easier in the future. This way I'm constantly building up my tool arsenal without breaking the bank all at once  Happy wrenching!","human_ref_B":"I do all that by choice on every new car I get  Unless it's rusty or something BUY LOADED STRUTS and it should be doable","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8228.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlfkrkm","c_root_id_B":"hlfjpd2","created_at_utc_A":1637443863,"created_at_utc_B":1637443391,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I do all that by choice on every new car I get  Unless it's rusty or something BUY LOADED STRUTS and it should be doable","human_ref_B":"Yea you'll be fine. Just make sure to take frequent breaks. And remember, DON'T FORCE ANYTHING. If something has to be forced, 9\/10 you'll break something.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":472.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlf2d1a","c_root_id_B":"hlh3f12","created_at_utc_A":1637435635,"created_at_utc_B":1637470897,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"None of those things are difficult. The trick to tackling any mechanical project on your own is having the correct tools. If you have the right tools, you can do anything.   I always make a point, whenever I find myself in a store, to pick up one specialty tool that I don't have which will make life easier in the future. This way I'm constantly building up my tool arsenal without breaking the bank all at once  Happy wrenching!","human_ref_B":"In all honesty, this is to be expected from an old used vehicle. You pretty much have to replace everything that is way overdue that nobody bothered to touch before. Don't forget to also service the transmission since those are horrific as is any Chrysler product. You also need to do the timing belt, because if it breaks the engine is done.   You really didn't get ripped off, used cars are sold when they need everything replaced. Nobody takes good care of their vehicles and they get sold when they can't go further without finally replacing all of the stuff it needs. Be prepared for a lot more that will turn up shortly after you get all of this done.   This is honestly a normal transaction and the way used car purchases go. Not sure where you got it, possibly a dealer? A dealer does absolutely no repairs to the vehicle unless it won't move on its own. I think most people get the impression that a dealer car is fully fixed up and fully brought up to date on maintenance. The truth is a dealer just checks to see if it starts and moves, then it gets washed and goes out on the lot. Most dealers don't even do an oil change before it is sold. That is all your responsibility.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35262.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qyakmb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Got ripped off on a used 2007 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4l 4 cylinder, a lot of front end work needed. How hard would it be to learn to do myself, as someone who's never done any car work at all? Front struts (and the suspension spring assembly thing that goes on them), both inner and both outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and bushings, rear shocks, and the entirety of my front brakes needs to be replaced. I'm leaving the struts to a shop, because I don't have a spring compressor, and even if I did I don't feel like taking that risk, but I'm heavily considering doing everything else myself. How big of an undertaking am I looking at with this? Is this something a total novice could learn to do?","c_root_id_A":"hlh3f12","c_root_id_B":"hlfjpd2","created_at_utc_A":1637470897,"created_at_utc_B":1637443391,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"In all honesty, this is to be expected from an old used vehicle. You pretty much have to replace everything that is way overdue that nobody bothered to touch before. Don't forget to also service the transmission since those are horrific as is any Chrysler product. You also need to do the timing belt, because if it breaks the engine is done.   You really didn't get ripped off, used cars are sold when they need everything replaced. Nobody takes good care of their vehicles and they get sold when they can't go further without finally replacing all of the stuff it needs. Be prepared for a lot more that will turn up shortly after you get all of this done.   This is honestly a normal transaction and the way used car purchases go. Not sure where you got it, possibly a dealer? A dealer does absolutely no repairs to the vehicle unless it won't move on its own. I think most people get the impression that a dealer car is fully fixed up and fully brought up to date on maintenance. The truth is a dealer just checks to see if it starts and moves, then it gets washed and goes out on the lot. Most dealers don't even do an oil change before it is sold. That is all your responsibility.","human_ref_B":"Yea you'll be fine. Just make sure to take frequent breaks. And remember, DON'T FORCE ANYTHING. If something has to be forced, 9\/10 you'll break something.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27506.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qni6uy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What full size trucks under $15-20k right now, will have the lowest cost of ownership? With the truck market still pretty high, which used full size trucks will be the most reliable or easiest or cheapest to repair and keep on the road, since most affordable trucks are probably going to be high in milage? People are pretty proud of their 7.3's and are asking a lot for them. Same with tundras. But I don't know, maybe they're cheaper in the long run? Also, we have to consider gas milage in true cost of ownership. Thanks guys!","c_root_id_A":"hjgac2x","c_root_id_B":"hjgadxe","created_at_utc_A":1636139237,"created_at_utc_B":1636139256,"score_A":6,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"The only issue with Tundras I have is I can\u2019t find one with less than 170k miles, they are the only trucks I\u2019ve seen that people just drive the SHIT out of, like you can find a lot of vehicles even older with just over 100k miles but tundra owners just put an assload of miles on them no matter what, guess that\u2019s a good sign tho","human_ref_B":"What do you plan on using the truck for? If you don\u2019t need a diesel don\u2019t get one, you\u2019d be lucky to find an affordable one in good condition with decent mileage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qni6uy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What full size trucks under $15-20k right now, will have the lowest cost of ownership? With the truck market still pretty high, which used full size trucks will be the most reliable or easiest or cheapest to repair and keep on the road, since most affordable trucks are probably going to be high in milage? People are pretty proud of their 7.3's and are asking a lot for them. Same with tundras. But I don't know, maybe they're cheaper in the long run? Also, we have to consider gas milage in true cost of ownership. Thanks guys!","c_root_id_A":"hjgdbri","c_root_id_B":"hjgac2x","created_at_utc_A":1636140351,"created_at_utc_B":1636139237,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"First gen tundra I got mine with 320k miles for 3500 bucks and it's great  The 00-02 v8 models had weaker transmissions... But when cared for still lasted forever  00-03 models had smaller front end joints but wernt dangerously undersized or anything also brakes could be the s13we or 14wl... Look for the casting on the front caliper on the truck the 14wl is larger a full caliper rotor and pad kit is only like 300 bucks so don't stress it of you get one with smaller brakes  There are also some alternatives provided by entrepreneuing machinests who machine down newer Toyota calipers to fit on the tundras spindles that are bigger than th 14wls and fit directly in their place... You just need a 17\" wheel for them     00-04 the V6 engine was a 3.4 5vzfe and wasn't enough motor for a fullsize the v8 was a 4.7... not a powerhouse by today's standards but has good torque and revs nicely   04 was the only model year you could get a double cab with the non vvti 4.7 with the updated 4 speed auto and came with the larger front end joints  05-06 were the golden years the v8 and 4.0 V6 got vvti the auto transmissions had 5 speeds vs the older 4 so more mpg better towing and better acceleration also with the larger front end joints  The 4.0 is more than adequate if you ask me","human_ref_B":"The only issue with Tundras I have is I can\u2019t find one with less than 170k miles, they are the only trucks I\u2019ve seen that people just drive the SHIT out of, like you can find a lot of vehicles even older with just over 100k miles but tundra owners just put an assload of miles on them no matter what, guess that\u2019s a good sign tho","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1114.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"qdhv4i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Is Autotrader worthless for selling a car now? I listed a car on autotrader, have had 9 responses in about three days and all 9 of them were scams. I've started responding with pictures of my dog's dick. I spent about two days wasting the first guy's time hemming and hawing about giving him my personal info before finally rickrolling him... followed by dog dick pick.  But I digress. Is Autotrader even useful at all for selling a car now? I'm thinking about deleting the ad but it feels like a waste of $45.","c_root_id_A":"hhndl2s","c_root_id_B":"hhmxwcd","created_at_utc_A":1634926028,"created_at_utc_B":1634919682,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"LOL I'll be honest, I never got any traction selling cars in Auto Trader even \\*before\\* Craigslist was a thing.  I can't imagine they've become any more relevant in the ensuing decades.  I have had most of my luck between Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and OfferUp... tho all three certainly have their drawbacks, and I'm not \"endorsing\" any of them per se.  The largest crowds seem to be on FB these days, for whatever that is worth.  Be careful.  Only accept cash (or go with the buyer to their bank to get a legit cashiers check), only local buyers, etc.  Lotta scam artists out there, especially on Craigslist.","human_ref_B":"Odd, I've had the opposite experience (in the UK) - got dicked around massively by eBay buyers, listed on autotrader and sold in a snap.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6346.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"qdhv4i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Is Autotrader worthless for selling a car now? I listed a car on autotrader, have had 9 responses in about three days and all 9 of them were scams. I've started responding with pictures of my dog's dick. I spent about two days wasting the first guy's time hemming and hawing about giving him my personal info before finally rickrolling him... followed by dog dick pick.  But I digress. Is Autotrader even useful at all for selling a car now? I'm thinking about deleting the ad but it feels like a waste of $45.","c_root_id_A":"hhmz3xy","c_root_id_B":"hhndl2s","created_at_utc_A":1634920175,"created_at_utc_B":1634926028,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I used Autotrader (Canada) and another Canadian classified ads site when I sold my car a couple years ago. Did not get scam responses. Strange.","human_ref_B":"LOL I'll be honest, I never got any traction selling cars in Auto Trader even \\*before\\* Craigslist was a thing.  I can't imagine they've become any more relevant in the ensuing decades.  I have had most of my luck between Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and OfferUp... tho all three certainly have their drawbacks, and I'm not \"endorsing\" any of them per se.  The largest crowds seem to be on FB these days, for whatever that is worth.  Be careful.  Only accept cash (or go with the buyer to their bank to get a legit cashiers check), only local buyers, etc.  Lotta scam artists out there, especially on Craigslist.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5853.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"nli6k0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"If i install a NACA duct on my hood for better air flow to the engine how do i stop rain water from entering?","c_root_id_A":"gzj9pi0","c_root_id_B":"gzjk4ju","created_at_utc_A":1622048605,"created_at_utc_B":1622052934,"score_A":14,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Installing a duct in your hood may very well reduce cooling airflow through your radiator. Also, your engine gets very wet in the rain, if air can flow through your radiator water can too. As long as you're not dumping water on electronics or the air filter you'll be fine.","human_ref_B":"Rain isn't something you have to worry about--an engine bay regularly sees plenty of water splashes up from the bottom (or through the radiator). Just be sure that the immediate location is clear of electrical connectors.  However, most people interested in using airflow to their advantage will attempt to REMOVE air from the engine bay, not add it. By adding the NACA duct, you are adding a pressurized stream of air into the engine bay. With a higher under-hood air pressure, air will be less willing to flow through the radiator, possibly making the cooling issue worse, not better. Further, pressurized air in the engine bay increases front end lift at speed--where does the air go once it reaches the bay? The usual answer is \"under the car\", and that's no good for high speed stability (or drag \/ fuel economy).   Most people attempting to fix engine bay heat and high speed stability will resolve the issue by venting the hood at centers of low pressure.  Here's a good white paper about extracting heat & managing airflow:  https:\/\/racelouvers.com\/content\/Race-Louvers-Hood-Vent-Tech-Tips.pdf","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4329.0,"score_ratio":1.3571428571}
{"post_id":"mfvag0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Is it a good idea to use Turo to try a car before I buy it? Are there alternatives? Turo, for those who don't know it, is basically like AirBnB but for cars.  You can \"rent\" used cars for a day (or several).  This is appealing because I can drive it around all day, make sure I like it and it's comfortable, get groceries with it, and other stuff you couldn't reasonably do on a test drive while purchasing.  I'm thinking about an NA Miata or a cargo van- someday I'll have both, but for now I have to start with one and I want to be sure it can work as a daily while I save up for the other.  They're much larger\/smaller than cars I've DD'd before.  Has anyone used Turo to try out a car like this?  Any reason I shouldn't?  Any other relatively inexpensive ways to take a longer, more involved test drive in an older car?","c_root_id_A":"gspne68","c_root_id_B":"gsq82mg","created_at_utc_A":1617040989,"created_at_utc_B":1617050453,"score_A":8,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Hagerty has one called DriveShare https:\/\/www.driveshare.com that you could check too. It's more for classic cars though. I'm not sure how old you're going.","human_ref_B":"Turo does what it says on the tin, so if you want an extended test drive of a specific type of car and you find it available in your area, then that should let you do it!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9464.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"m0hsso","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Is it ok to get close to red line in the highway to pass cars? Hello,  I have a Suzuki Swift 1.3 GL-S from 2008 (gasoline).  The RPM count goes all the way to 8000 and the red line starts at around 6200.  When  the motor is warm enough and I am in the highway in 5th gear sometimes I  shift down to 4th to pass a car. At this point the RPM count is still  well below the red line at 4000-5000. Sometimes if I want some extra  acceleration I use the 3rd. I never get to more than 6000 and it's only  for some seconds of time. If I start to get close to 6000 I go back to  4th.  Other times when I am  entering the highway if I'm in the mood I push the 2nd gear to 80 km\/h,  then use 3rd up to 120 km\/h and then go directly to 5th. The RPM gets  close to 6000 but never above.  Is  this bad for the car? Usually in an hour drive in the highway I may do  this 2-3 times and the car is always warm. Should I be more conservative  with my use and aim to not go above 5000 rpm instead?","c_root_id_A":"gqakwm8","c_root_id_B":"gq8licc","created_at_utc_A":1615263564,"created_at_utc_B":1615228142,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I paid for the whole tach I'm gonna use the whole tach","human_ref_B":"You should be fine. Those little suzuki engines are somewhat derived from motorcycles, and those are designed to rev way higher.   Now i will say this. Accelerating in 5th gear at a very low rpm puts more strain on the crankshaft. Just something to keep in mind.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":35422.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"lceral","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is it possible to select too low of a gear for engine braking? My scenario: Gasoline sedan with a carburetor, driving along the mountain on 3rd gear, but the downhill descent puts my car into a speed faster than the third gear ratio - but the engine braking was working. I can then hear, what sounds like carburetor, working like I'm over revving the engine, I put it in 4th instead of 3rd, but my car descends faster than I want so I go back to third gear.  Is doing this safe?","c_root_id_A":"glzfo2r","c_root_id_B":"glzl400","created_at_utc_A":1612444663,"created_at_utc_B":1612447687,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Engine braking in the wrong gear can over rev your engine yes. And over revving will damage the engine.  Normally the rev limiter prevents the engine from over revving itself by cutting fuel however under engine braking the wheels and transmission are pushing the engine and cutting fuel does not stop the mechanical forces of the wheels speeding up your engine, and selecting the wrong gear can and will send it way past the redline.   Choose your gears carefully in a manual.   Some newer cars have lockouts to prevent this but many do not and the older the car the less likely it is to have a lockout so you can easily destroy your power train or engine by selecting a gear too low while moving too fast for that gear.   If your car has a carburetor then it\u2019s definitely too old to have a lockout.    You need to know your car well enough to make sure to know the appropriate speed range of each gear.","human_ref_B":"In addition to what other people you can brake too hard and slip if the road is snowy or something and you drop gears too much","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3024.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ka1obu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is there any benefit to sticking with the dealer's repair shop? I bought my first car (2015 Kia Soul) from a Kia dealer a little over a year ago. I'm now having break issues for the third time since then. The first time, I brought it in because I also had a deal with them to replace a gasket that was torn at the time of purchase. The second time, they said it was due to a failure in the part and redid the job for free. I haven't spoken to them yet this time.  If they had wanted to charge me the second time, I would have brought it to an outside shop. But since they were doing it for free, plus fixed a recall elsewhere in the car, I said okay.   I really don't want to go back to the dealer, since they're obviously either bad at their jobs or intentionally screwing me over. But I'm also worried about how expensive this might turn out to be! I'm not sure I can afford another entire brake replacement, plus whatever else they'll discover has been damaged\/ignored by the dealer. Whereas the dealer might do it for free if its their mistake. On the other hand, I'll probably be paying more in the long run to correct their errors...   The other thing I'm worried about is if going to a non-Kia shop voids some kind of parts warranty or means they wouldn't know about recalled parts and whatnot. I just don't know enough about cars to know if that's something that matters.   Please advise?","c_root_id_A":"gf824xx","c_root_id_B":"gf87itm","created_at_utc_A":1607557782,"created_at_utc_B":1607560658,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"It seems like the labor and parts from the last repair should still be under warranty. I\u2019d at least call them and politely explain the situation, asking if the previous repair can be fixed under warranty.","human_ref_B":"You have a 10-year, 100,000mi powertrain warranty. Anything related to the driveline (including ECU and emissions gear) should go to them first.  Things like brakes are considered a \"wear item\", so there's no problem taking the car to a smaller shop that specializes in repairs like brakes \/ tires \/ suspension.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2876.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"ka1obu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is there any benefit to sticking with the dealer's repair shop? I bought my first car (2015 Kia Soul) from a Kia dealer a little over a year ago. I'm now having break issues for the third time since then. The first time, I brought it in because I also had a deal with them to replace a gasket that was torn at the time of purchase. The second time, they said it was due to a failure in the part and redid the job for free. I haven't spoken to them yet this time.  If they had wanted to charge me the second time, I would have brought it to an outside shop. But since they were doing it for free, plus fixed a recall elsewhere in the car, I said okay.   I really don't want to go back to the dealer, since they're obviously either bad at their jobs or intentionally screwing me over. But I'm also worried about how expensive this might turn out to be! I'm not sure I can afford another entire brake replacement, plus whatever else they'll discover has been damaged\/ignored by the dealer. Whereas the dealer might do it for free if its their mistake. On the other hand, I'll probably be paying more in the long run to correct their errors...   The other thing I'm worried about is if going to a non-Kia shop voids some kind of parts warranty or means they wouldn't know about recalled parts and whatnot. I just don't know enough about cars to know if that's something that matters.   Please advise?","c_root_id_A":"gf8t6ai","c_root_id_B":"gf824xx","created_at_utc_A":1607572916,"created_at_utc_B":1607557782,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Do yourself a favor and make two brief internet searches. First, go to AutoZone\/Kragen\/Napa.com or whoever is closest to your house and look at what the most expensive options are for brake rotors and brake pads.  Now, go to rockauto.com and do the same search. After having done these two searches you will have a baseline idea for what the parts piece of the job should cost. Bear in mind, Kia isn't a brake rotor manufacturer and they aren't a brake pad manufacturer. If one set of pads on RockAuto are listed as OEM (original equipment manufacturer) then they are the company who made the part for your car when it was first manufactured. 99% of the time, that means they're exactly what KIA would sell you.  Now, you know what the parts to do a full brake job cost. For 99% of passenger cars, when using the most expensive option, this cost is about $500.   ANY idiot can successfully change a set of pads and rotors using a HarborFreight tool box, jack, and jack stands. Literally ANY idiot. Pick one. They can do it.  But maybe you just don't see yourself doing that sort of thing, that's fine. You're now armed with the knowledge to be able to read Yelp reviews and weed out the terrible shops, then have a frame of reference when you actually talk to the guy at the shop. If you know parts cost $500, they are saying the job will take a couple of hours, and they are quoting you $1,500, then you can make an informed choice. Should a brake mechanic make $500\/hour? My dentist charges me $700\/hour, and he is technically a doctor. ANY idiot could not be a dentist. A dentist has support staff, and even those folks couldn't be ANY idiot. Their salaries factor into that $700.  My point is this. In my area (NorCal) I'd expect a full brake job (discs and rotors, reuse old calipers) on a car with four wheel discs to cost about $750. They aren't going to spend $500 of that on parts. They'll spend $400 on parts and get you what the factory would have installed. The remaining $350 is what you pay for not having to do it yourself.   I will always argue that you should learn how to do anything yourself before you try to hire someone to do it (excluding dentistry). If you know how to do it, you know how to buy it. At the very least, you can prevent yourself from getting hosed.","human_ref_B":"It seems like the labor and parts from the last repair should still be under warranty. I\u2019d at least call them and politely explain the situation, asking if the previous repair can be fixed under warranty.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15134.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"janung","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Power Outlet in Van, whats the limit before I pop a fuse ? I have a Chrysler Town And Country that has a power outlet in the back seat.  It says 115v AC 150W on it.  I want to use this outlet to inflate an air mattress, but I dont want to blow the fuse.  Any tips on knowing what the limit is?  > The air mattress spec says 120 VAC 60 Hz 0.9A. I was a C student and am lucky to have made it this far in life, so these numbers don't mean much to me...  Any help is appreciated !","c_root_id_A":"g8qrtwx","c_root_id_B":"g8qpgpm","created_at_utc_A":1602630915,"created_at_utc_B":1602629551,"score_A":14,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watts = volts x amps","human_ref_B":"Your pump is going to use much less than 150W. Go for it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1364.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8my2n2","c_root_id_B":"g8mt1xm","created_at_utc_A":1602542310,"created_at_utc_B":1602539519,"score_A":18,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Previously having been a Class A mechanic, we were not even allowed to install two snows on the front axle only, regardless of customer wishes.  Both braking and steering require good rear traction to maintain stability.  We had discretion to install two tires only on the rear axle, but for a FWD vehicle this is mostly a waste of money.  This will be especially true for the Regal GS which has plenty of torque.  Having two winter tires up front is not the same as driving a track car with oversteer bias - the loss of control is extremely sudden and not possible to control, as the friction of the sliding tire creates a pocket of water on top of ice or hard-pack snow - similar to how ice skates work.  You will not regain traction unless there is enough snow on the road to create a berm as the tire plows through.  My advice is to take your tire budget and shop for four used snows on Kijiji or Craigslist.","human_ref_B":"I guarantee you can find a full set of decently priced used snow tires. Do not only use 2, it's a recipe for disaster.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2791.0,"score_ratio":1.6363636364}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8my2n2","c_root_id_B":"g8mkrtf","created_at_utc_A":1602542310,"created_at_utc_B":1602535170,"score_A":18,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Previously having been a Class A mechanic, we were not even allowed to install two snows on the front axle only, regardless of customer wishes.  Both braking and steering require good rear traction to maintain stability.  We had discretion to install two tires only on the rear axle, but for a FWD vehicle this is mostly a waste of money.  This will be especially true for the Regal GS which has plenty of torque.  Having two winter tires up front is not the same as driving a track car with oversteer bias - the loss of control is extremely sudden and not possible to control, as the friction of the sliding tire creates a pocket of water on top of ice or hard-pack snow - similar to how ice skates work.  You will not regain traction unless there is enough snow on the road to create a berm as the tire plows through.  My advice is to take your tire budget and shop for four used snows on Kijiji or Craigslist.","human_ref_B":"You will have a hard time finding a place to only mount two snow tires on your vehicle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7140.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mmeke","c_root_id_B":"g8my2n2","created_at_utc_A":1602536007,"created_at_utc_B":1602542310,"score_A":2,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Putting them in the front will allow you to have control ONLY in a straight line. You will spin out if you try to turn, because the front tires will grip, and the rear tires will not. This will be exacerbated by braking while turning.  Putting them in the rear will give less control of accelerating and turning, but more importantly it will reduce the car's ability to stop. Around 80% of your stopping power comes from your front tires.   If you can manage to drive SLOWLY when it snows, putting them in the front is your safest bet. Get rear snow tires ASAP.","human_ref_B":"Previously having been a Class A mechanic, we were not even allowed to install two snows on the front axle only, regardless of customer wishes.  Both braking and steering require good rear traction to maintain stability.  We had discretion to install two tires only on the rear axle, but for a FWD vehicle this is mostly a waste of money.  This will be especially true for the Regal GS which has plenty of torque.  Having two winter tires up front is not the same as driving a track car with oversteer bias - the loss of control is extremely sudden and not possible to control, as the friction of the sliding tire creates a pocket of water on top of ice or hard-pack snow - similar to how ice skates work.  You will not regain traction unless there is enough snow on the road to create a berm as the tire plows through.  My advice is to take your tire budget and shop for four used snows on Kijiji or Craigslist.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6303.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mru5o","c_root_id_B":"g8my2n2","created_at_utc_A":1602538861,"created_at_utc_B":1602542310,"score_A":3,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Unless you're going to use 4 winter tires, I would just replace the 2 front tires with new all-seasons.  If conditions require winter tires, then having only two will make the car really unpredictable and hard to control. Better to have 4 regular all-seasons, and either wait until roads are plowed or stay home when the weather is bad.  Don't get winter tires until you can afford 4 of them.","human_ref_B":"Previously having been a Class A mechanic, we were not even allowed to install two snows on the front axle only, regardless of customer wishes.  Both braking and steering require good rear traction to maintain stability.  We had discretion to install two tires only on the rear axle, but for a FWD vehicle this is mostly a waste of money.  This will be especially true for the Regal GS which has plenty of torque.  Having two winter tires up front is not the same as driving a track car with oversteer bias - the loss of control is extremely sudden and not possible to control, as the friction of the sliding tire creates a pocket of water on top of ice or hard-pack snow - similar to how ice skates work.  You will not regain traction unless there is enough snow on the road to create a berm as the tire plows through.  My advice is to take your tire budget and shop for four used snows on Kijiji or Craigslist.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3449.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mt1xm","c_root_id_B":"g8mkrtf","created_at_utc_A":1602539519,"created_at_utc_B":1602535170,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I guarantee you can find a full set of decently priced used snow tires. Do not only use 2, it's a recipe for disaster.","human_ref_B":"You will have a hard time finding a place to only mount two snow tires on your vehicle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4349.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mmeke","c_root_id_B":"g8mt1xm","created_at_utc_A":1602536007,"created_at_utc_B":1602539519,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Putting them in the front will allow you to have control ONLY in a straight line. You will spin out if you try to turn, because the front tires will grip, and the rear tires will not. This will be exacerbated by braking while turning.  Putting them in the rear will give less control of accelerating and turning, but more importantly it will reduce the car's ability to stop. Around 80% of your stopping power comes from your front tires.   If you can manage to drive SLOWLY when it snows, putting them in the front is your safest bet. Get rear snow tires ASAP.","human_ref_B":"I guarantee you can find a full set of decently priced used snow tires. Do not only use 2, it's a recipe for disaster.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3512.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mru5o","c_root_id_B":"g8mt1xm","created_at_utc_A":1602538861,"created_at_utc_B":1602539519,"score_A":3,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Unless you're going to use 4 winter tires, I would just replace the 2 front tires with new all-seasons.  If conditions require winter tires, then having only two will make the car really unpredictable and hard to control. Better to have 4 regular all-seasons, and either wait until roads are plowed or stay home when the weather is bad.  Don't get winter tires until you can afford 4 of them.","human_ref_B":"I guarantee you can find a full set of decently priced used snow tires. Do not only use 2, it's a recipe for disaster.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":658.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mkrtf","c_root_id_B":"g8nex58","created_at_utc_A":1602535170,"created_at_utc_B":1602552210,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You will have a hard time finding a place to only mount two snow tires on your vehicle.","human_ref_B":"You need them on all four corners. Don\u2019t be that guy in the ditch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17040.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mru5o","c_root_id_B":"g8mkrtf","created_at_utc_A":1602538861,"created_at_utc_B":1602535170,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Unless you're going to use 4 winter tires, I would just replace the 2 front tires with new all-seasons.  If conditions require winter tires, then having only two will make the car really unpredictable and hard to control. Better to have 4 regular all-seasons, and either wait until roads are plowed or stay home when the weather is bad.  Don't get winter tires until you can afford 4 of them.","human_ref_B":"You will have a hard time finding a place to only mount two snow tires on your vehicle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3691.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8nex58","c_root_id_B":"g8mmeke","created_at_utc_A":1602552210,"created_at_utc_B":1602536007,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You need them on all four corners. Don\u2019t be that guy in the ditch.","human_ref_B":"Putting them in the front will allow you to have control ONLY in a straight line. You will spin out if you try to turn, because the front tires will grip, and the rear tires will not. This will be exacerbated by braking while turning.  Putting them in the rear will give less control of accelerating and turning, but more importantly it will reduce the car's ability to stop. Around 80% of your stopping power comes from your front tires.   If you can manage to drive SLOWLY when it snows, putting them in the front is your safest bet. Get rear snow tires ASAP.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16203.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"j9x2we","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Snow tires on the rear or the front? So i have a 01 Buick Regal GS (FWD). Rear tires are fairly new and the front tires are very close to needing replacement. With the winter coming up, I'm considering getting 2 snow tires for it.  I had some snow tires on my winter beater last year, a 96 tercel, on all 4 corners. They did fantastic in the snow. However that car blew a rod so those tires are getting sold.  So i guess my question is this. I've always put the newer tires in the rear as it's important for grip. Would i be okay running all seasons in the rear and a set of winter tires in the front? Or should i put them to the rear and have all seasons in the front? I had a very scary experience 2 years ago with all seasons on the Regal, and the area i live in now doesn't do a great job at plowing their roads.  Getting all 4 winter tires is not an option at this time due to budget limitations.","c_root_id_A":"g8mmeke","c_root_id_B":"g8mru5o","created_at_utc_A":1602536007,"created_at_utc_B":1602538861,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Putting them in the front will allow you to have control ONLY in a straight line. You will spin out if you try to turn, because the front tires will grip, and the rear tires will not. This will be exacerbated by braking while turning.  Putting them in the rear will give less control of accelerating and turning, but more importantly it will reduce the car's ability to stop. Around 80% of your stopping power comes from your front tires.   If you can manage to drive SLOWLY when it snows, putting them in the front is your safest bet. Get rear snow tires ASAP.","human_ref_B":"Unless you're going to use 4 winter tires, I would just replace the 2 front tires with new all-seasons.  If conditions require winter tires, then having only two will make the car really unpredictable and hard to control. Better to have 4 regular all-seasons, and either wait until roads are plowed or stay home when the weather is bad.  Don't get winter tires until you can afford 4 of them.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2854.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"j2cxrb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are Mufflers and Exhust basically the same thing? Just that Muffler is outdated or something","c_root_id_A":"g74pazx","c_root_id_B":"g74t7lb","created_at_utc_A":1601430973,"created_at_utc_B":1601432949,"score_A":20,"score_B":47,"human_ref_A":"Human digestive system and anus. Think of it like that.   One is the entire system, other is just the very end part of the system.","human_ref_B":"A muffer is just one component of the exhaust system.  A typical exhaust system is composed of the following, from front to back:  \\- Exhaust manifold: collects exhaust gases from each individual cylinder of the engine  \\- Flex pipe: isolates engine vibrations and movement from the rest of the exhaust system  \\- Catalytic converter: honeycomb coated with platinum and palladium that help minimize the effects of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxide  \\- Resonator: removes some of the high-pitched and raspy frequencies of the exhaust note  \\- Muffler: reduces overall volume of the exhaust note  \\- Tailpipe: what you see at the back of your vehicle","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1976.0,"score_ratio":2.35}
{"post_id":"hx98cz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Trying to charge a very dead 12V AGM battery from a 2010 Toyota Prius with a NOCO Genius5 5-amp charger. Help deciding if it's just a bad battery? Details inside. I'm very very basic in my car knowledge and trying to help my disabled roommate with her 2010 Prius if she can possibly avoid having to afford a new battery.  I never even knew what an AGM battery was til dealing with this, got a proper charger, and started charging. It started out at 1.39V in the battery. There are 4 lights. 3 red and 1 green for 25\/50\/75\/100% charge that blink until reaching their respective amounts. When fully charged but not optimized(?), the red will go off but the green will still blink when full but not \"optimized\"(not sure what that actually means).  It took about 35-40 hours to reach no red lights and a blinking green. It's been going another ~20hrs(give or take) and is still blinking and not solid. According to stuff I'm reading, this seems way too long and yet if it was a bad battery, it sounds like I'd be seeing something different based on hours scouring forums and amazon questions\/answers.  Thoughts? Just wait longer or is it pointless and she needs to figure out how to get a new one?","c_root_id_A":"fz4w9v4","c_root_id_B":"fz4wlnl","created_at_utc_A":1595627367,"created_at_utc_B":1595627535,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"There is a difference in amperage in worn or discharged batteries . Although chargers will charge a battery that is beyond use , they will take forever to charge and you will be lucky to get the car to turn over once .  This will be coupled with all electronics functioning fine or kind of sluggish . The reason is the amps in the battery is physically capable of making has been compromised due to the cells no longer chemically functioning properly .  The end result will be a battery that may turn the car over a few times if that . The cranking amps have been compromised and the starter ( most energy thirsty part of a car that is trying to crank ) is not getting what it needs to make cranking up the car happen . Needs a new battery .","human_ref_B":"If you run an AGM down *that* low, it's not likely to recover.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":168.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvlbjc2","c_root_id_B":"fvl9bxj","created_at_utc_A":1592787695,"created_at_utc_B":1592786301,"score_A":30,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"You should give it to someone with an MR2 so they can rebuild the motor and swap it in.    Regards,   Someone with an MR2","human_ref_B":"I have a 2000 gts, the suspension is worth modding but there\u2019s not enough aftermarket for power mods to be worth it. Auto or manual?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1394.0,"score_ratio":3.75}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvlbjc2","c_root_id_B":"fvl8awd","created_at_utc_A":1592787695,"created_at_utc_B":1592785660,"score_A":30,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You should give it to someone with an MR2 so they can rebuild the motor and swap it in.    Regards,   Someone with an MR2","human_ref_B":"That's a bit of a laundry list and a lot of miles but if you want to save it and you've got the cash, then save it. People have saved cars that were way farther gone.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2035.0,"score_ratio":15.0}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvlbjc2","c_root_id_B":"fvlb8kn","created_at_utc_A":1592787695,"created_at_utc_B":1592787504,"score_A":30,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You should give it to someone with an MR2 so they can rebuild the motor and swap it in.    Regards,   Someone with an MR2","human_ref_B":"They were excellent little light weight handling cars. Very peppy and fun to drive in the era.   Value wise, they're not worth much right now, but if you enjoy driving it i'd say it's worth some effort.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":191.0,"score_ratio":10.0}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvl8awd","c_root_id_B":"fvl9bxj","created_at_utc_A":1592785660,"created_at_utc_B":1592786301,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"That's a bit of a laundry list and a lot of miles but if you want to save it and you've got the cash, then save it. People have saved cars that were way farther gone.","human_ref_B":"I have a 2000 gts, the suspension is worth modding but there\u2019s not enough aftermarket for power mods to be worth it. Auto or manual?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":641.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvl8awd","c_root_id_B":"fvlepy1","created_at_utc_A":1592785660,"created_at_utc_B":1592789715,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"That's a bit of a laundry list and a lot of miles but if you want to save it and you've got the cash, then save it. People have saved cars that were way farther gone.","human_ref_B":"That 2zz is pretty well maxed out from the factory so not much to be gained power wise. How much do you care about this car and what is your goal with it?      I would gut it and turn it into a track car. you won't need power locks\/ac\/headlights anyway for that. You gain some performance by gutting it out. because it saves weight. But with fresh fluids and all maintenance up to date, it should be a very fun and cheap way to get into track days.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4055.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvlepy1","c_root_id_B":"fvlb8kn","created_at_utc_A":1592789715,"created_at_utc_B":1592787504,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That 2zz is pretty well maxed out from the factory so not much to be gained power wise. How much do you care about this car and what is your goal with it?      I would gut it and turn it into a track car. you won't need power locks\/ac\/headlights anyway for that. You gain some performance by gutting it out. because it saves weight. But with fresh fluids and all maintenance up to date, it should be a very fun and cheap way to get into track days.","human_ref_B":"They were excellent little light weight handling cars. Very peppy and fun to drive in the era.   Value wise, they're not worth much right now, but if you enjoy driving it i'd say it's worth some effort.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2211.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvl8awd","c_root_id_B":"fvlb8kn","created_at_utc_A":1592785660,"created_at_utc_B":1592787504,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That's a bit of a laundry list and a lot of miles but if you want to save it and you've got the cash, then save it. People have saved cars that were way farther gone.","human_ref_B":"They were excellent little light weight handling cars. Very peppy and fun to drive in the era.   Value wise, they're not worth much right now, but if you enjoy driving it i'd say it's worth some effort.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1844.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvlj40u","c_root_id_B":"fvl8awd","created_at_utc_A":1592792518,"created_at_utc_B":1592785660,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Any car is worth modifying if that's what you want to do. Suspension, brakes, supercharger kit. I'd fix the problems first though, no point sinking money in to something that isn't work right.","human_ref_B":"That's a bit of a laundry list and a lot of miles but if you want to save it and you've got the cash, then save it. People have saved cars that were way farther gone.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6858.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hdhn9i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"Is this car worth modifying? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS. There are some problems with her; but I really enjoy the car and wanted to know if any of you think it\u2019s worth modifying. The problems are pretty minor (I think). Power locks don\u2019t work, e-brake don\u2019t work, left headlight needs replaced, a\/c problems, had an overheating issue in the past, broken left mirror,windshield. Has over 220k miles.","c_root_id_A":"fvl8awd","c_root_id_B":"fvlto0s","created_at_utc_A":1592785660,"created_at_utc_B":1592799600,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That's a bit of a laundry list and a lot of miles but if you want to save it and you've got the cash, then save it. People have saved cars that were way farther gone.","human_ref_B":"Based on the experiences of my good friend, I would say, \"no\".   1. The GTS parts are much harder to find than the GT. Forget going down to Advanced Auto on a Saturday afternoon because you need an axle seal--it'll be lots of parts from the dealership. 2. That extends to the aftermarket. There's no budget aftermarket for suspension parts.  3. The rear brake design is miserable. See your rear e-brake issue. 4. The 6-speed manual transmission was not used in any other popular north american market car, and the synchros aren't great. Replacement transmissions are either expensive, or used, and likely to be suffering similar issues.  I mean, really, I'd LOVE to say yes, but given the rest of your laundry list and the mileage involved... I'm not so enthusiastic.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13940.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpk8ulj","c_root_id_B":"fpk6hy8","created_at_utc_A":1588690215,"created_at_utc_B":1588688935,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"rare obscure cars aren't obscure and rare because they were reliable cars lol.","human_ref_B":"2004-06 Scion xB.  Weird, versatile, economical, reliable and reasonably fun to drive.  Our 2006 is at 203,000 miles and has had one repair - heat\/AC fan motor - all else is original including exhaust, suspension, everything.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1280.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpk6yq2","c_root_id_B":"fpk8ulj","created_at_utc_A":1588689188,"created_at_utc_B":1588690215,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"This obviously depends on budget and what not, but the thought I've had is to buy an old, mostly not desired car, so you can get it cheap, like under $5k. Then pay a shop to restomod it (or do it yourself), so it drives like modern car. I'm thinking modern engine, trans, and suspension, and just replacing any other worn out bits. Then get it wrapped in a funky color. You'd end up spending as much as a new car, but it would be fun.","human_ref_B":"rare obscure cars aren't obscure and rare because they were reliable cars lol.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1027.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpkcnbm","c_root_id_B":"fpk6hy8","created_at_utc_A":1588692249,"created_at_utc_B":1588688935,"score_A":9,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Sera? It\u2019s a Tercel-based liftback with butterfly doors.","human_ref_B":"2004-06 Scion xB.  Weird, versatile, economical, reliable and reasonably fun to drive.  Our 2006 is at 203,000 miles and has had one repair - heat\/AC fan motor - all else is original including exhaust, suspension, everything.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3314.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpk6yq2","c_root_id_B":"fpkcnbm","created_at_utc_A":1588689188,"created_at_utc_B":1588692249,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"This obviously depends on budget and what not, but the thought I've had is to buy an old, mostly not desired car, so you can get it cheap, like under $5k. Then pay a shop to restomod it (or do it yourself), so it drives like modern car. I'm thinking modern engine, trans, and suspension, and just replacing any other worn out bits. Then get it wrapped in a funky color. You'd end up spending as much as a new car, but it would be fun.","human_ref_B":"Toyota Sera? It\u2019s a Tercel-based liftback with butterfly doors.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3061.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpkcnbm","c_root_id_B":"fpka22u","created_at_utc_A":1588692249,"created_at_utc_B":1588690863,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Sera? It\u2019s a Tercel-based liftback with butterfly doors.","human_ref_B":"You're not giving us much to go on here (budget, size, new\/used, location, degree of WTF desired), but some that come to mind with unusual body styles:  * Subaru Baja: 4-door sedan with a little pickup truck bed * Hyundai Veloster: 2 doors on one side, 1 on the other. Otherwise pretty ordinary. * Land Rover Evoque convertible: it's a convertible crossover! (But also expensive and unreliable, so maybe forget this one.) * Acura ZDX: not quite a crossover, sort of a luxury hatchback with weird styling. * Cadillac CTS wagon: aside from the fact that wagons are endangered, this one has styling unlike anything else. * Chevrolet SSR: just your average convertible pickup car. * Isuzu Vehicross: it hasn't been sold in almost 20 years, but you'd be hard presssed to find a weirder looking little off-roader.  These have all been produced within the past 20 years. If you're willing to go older than that, your choices expand quite a bit.  Fun question. Let us know how your search goes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1386.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpktfj7","c_root_id_B":"fpl6gkq","created_at_utc_A":1588700730,"created_at_utc_B":1588707209,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"-BMW i3  -Any of the importable Kei cars, if legal in your locale","human_ref_B":"2005 Saab 9-2X Aero","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6479.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gdxlsp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If I wanted to buy a weird\/eccentric car that makes people ask \u201cwtf is that thing you drive?\u201d (But is still a reliable daily driver) what would I buy? Just wondering","c_root_id_A":"fpktfj7","c_root_id_B":"fpl84tl","created_at_utc_A":1588700730,"created_at_utc_B":1588708053,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"-BMW i3  -Any of the importable Kei cars, if legal in your locale","human_ref_B":"A Bricklin SV-1. It's one of the very few cars developed in Canada, has a very sporty look, but was almost entirely designed to be an ultra safe car (by 70s standards) which is why the SV stands for Safety Vehicle.   It actually looked pretty cool and wasn't terrible on performance (it wasn't great either). One of the more eye catching parts about it is the pneumatically powered doors that opened up like a Deloreon. So think Deloreon doors except you just press a button instead of doing the hard work of lifting it yourself.   Biggest bonus: it was actually reliable because the company sourced AMC and Ford motors for the car, both of which were some of the more reliable engines from each company at the time. The doors were it's known failure points, however.  here's an article on it  It's almost a guarantee non car people will know nothing about it, and it's still kinda likely a car person won't have heard of it or barely know of it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7323.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"emxktb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"It may be a dumb question, but does this part of the car serve any purpose? Part in question -  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/FlSJfyx.png , the ribbed part  I noticed it on a quite a few SUVs of difrent brands, and can't figure out if it is just a design choise or it has any real use?  I'm quite new to cars so just been wondering about this.","c_root_id_A":"fds29vp","c_root_id_B":"fds3wyf","created_at_utc_A":1578693208,"created_at_utc_B":1578693861,"score_A":24,"score_B":39,"human_ref_A":"Keeps the ol' forester from flying away at the incredible speed it will be traveling at","human_ref_B":"To give you a straightforward answer it is 100% styling it is modeled to look similar to a rear diffuser on legitimate racecars","labels":0,"seconds_difference":653.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"emxktb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"It may be a dumb question, but does this part of the car serve any purpose? Part in question -  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/FlSJfyx.png , the ribbed part  I noticed it on a quite a few SUVs of difrent brands, and can't figure out if it is just a design choise or it has any real use?  I'm quite new to cars so just been wondering about this.","c_root_id_A":"fds3wyf","c_root_id_B":"fds1b5c","created_at_utc_A":1578693861,"created_at_utc_B":1578692796,"score_A":39,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"To give you a straightforward answer it is 100% styling it is modeled to look similar to a rear diffuser on legitimate racecars","human_ref_B":"tbh it might be for aerodynamics or maybe styling","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1065.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"emxktb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"It may be a dumb question, but does this part of the car serve any purpose? Part in question -  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/FlSJfyx.png , the ribbed part  I noticed it on a quite a few SUVs of difrent brands, and can't figure out if it is just a design choise or it has any real use?  I'm quite new to cars so just been wondering about this.","c_root_id_A":"fds29vp","c_root_id_B":"fds1b5c","created_at_utc_A":1578693208,"created_at_utc_B":1578692796,"score_A":24,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Keeps the ol' forester from flying away at the incredible speed it will be traveling at","human_ref_B":"tbh it might be for aerodynamics or maybe styling","labels":1,"seconds_difference":412.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"emxktb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"It may be a dumb question, but does this part of the car serve any purpose? Part in question -  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/FlSJfyx.png , the ribbed part  I noticed it on a quite a few SUVs of difrent brands, and can't figure out if it is just a design choise or it has any real use?  I'm quite new to cars so just been wondering about this.","c_root_id_A":"fds3ycb","c_root_id_B":"fds1b5c","created_at_utc_A":1578693886,"created_at_utc_B":1578692796,"score_A":10,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"It's called diffuser, https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Diffuser_%28automotive%29?wprov=sfla1, in many cars its just optical to symbol sportiness","human_ref_B":"tbh it might be for aerodynamics or maybe styling","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1090.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"emxktb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"It may be a dumb question, but does this part of the car serve any purpose? Part in question -  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/FlSJfyx.png , the ribbed part  I noticed it on a quite a few SUVs of difrent brands, and can't figure out if it is just a design choise or it has any real use?  I'm quite new to cars so just been wondering about this.","c_root_id_A":"fds1b5c","c_root_id_B":"fds7d8r","created_at_utc_A":1578692796,"created_at_utc_B":1578696014,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"tbh it might be for aerodynamics or maybe styling","human_ref_B":"On an SUV it may be meant to resemble a skid plate, to give the impression of offroad capability. Sometimes a similar detail is part of the front bumper and may be painted silver to look like metal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3218.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"emxktb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"It may be a dumb question, but does this part of the car serve any purpose? Part in question -  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/FlSJfyx.png , the ribbed part  I noticed it on a quite a few SUVs of difrent brands, and can't figure out if it is just a design choise or it has any real use?  I'm quite new to cars so just been wondering about this.","c_root_id_A":"fds7d8r","c_root_id_B":"fds7ccv","created_at_utc_A":1578696014,"created_at_utc_B":1578695998,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"On an SUV it may be meant to resemble a skid plate, to give the impression of offroad capability. Sometimes a similar detail is part of the front bumper and may be painted silver to look like metal.","human_ref_B":"It's mostly cosmetic, but it may also serve to redirect wind from an area to prevent wind buffeting. If that's the case here, only the designers know.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"ejjqhh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Miata vs 350z? Hey guys just a college student looking to sell my motorcycle and get a car. I am looking at roadsters so I can at least get a little bit of the feeling that I do when riding a motorcycle. Currently looking at a 2016 Mazda Miata and a 2007 Nissan 370Z both are stick shift and both have around 60k miles around the same price. Which one in your opinion is more cost friendly considering insurance and everything for a 20 year old. Which handles better and is more reliable. If you think I should buy something else give me suggestions 3 pedals is preferred. And my budget is below 14k I don\u2019t want to have a high monthly payment. I want something that won\u2019t give me trouble at least while I\u2019m in college which is another 3 years. My friend says the fiat 124 spider is good and cheap but who wants to trust fiat anyways.","c_root_id_A":"fcygupi","c_root_id_B":"fcygtm0","created_at_utc_A":1578079886,"created_at_utc_B":1578079869,"score_A":23,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Test drive both and see which you like better.  The miata will involve more compromises, but is ultimately the better driver's car.  If you're okay with the lack of power but don't want the miata compromises, look into a 2015-ish BRZ\/FRS.","human_ref_B":"\"Miata is always the answer.\" is a refrain you'll see all over reddit, but in seriousness, there's reasons for that.  You'll find the most incredible car community surrounding the Miata, whole sites that only sell miata parts (mossmiata.com being my favorite along with flyinmiata.com) and _literally_ every single maintenance, mod, problem, or idea that you could ever need reference on has probably been talked about. Plus they're stupid cheap to run and the 2016 has a great look and great reputation for reliability.   Not to knock the 350z, but as others have said they do have a rep for being \"riced\" if we want to use the term - and honestly it's a MUCH older platform and a much older car. I think the 350z comes in last in this comparison.  Skip the 124. Nice looking car, but it's a tiny turbo engine vs the 2.0 in the miata that is so well reviewed. You'll get nice sound from the NA motor with very little done to it, if you're interested.  I drive a 1991 Miata and a 2017 A4 for reference. Have driven the ND, love it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17.0,"score_ratio":1.4375}
{"post_id":"ejjqhh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Miata vs 350z? Hey guys just a college student looking to sell my motorcycle and get a car. I am looking at roadsters so I can at least get a little bit of the feeling that I do when riding a motorcycle. Currently looking at a 2016 Mazda Miata and a 2007 Nissan 370Z both are stick shift and both have around 60k miles around the same price. Which one in your opinion is more cost friendly considering insurance and everything for a 20 year old. Which handles better and is more reliable. If you think I should buy something else give me suggestions 3 pedals is preferred. And my budget is below 14k I don\u2019t want to have a high monthly payment. I want something that won\u2019t give me trouble at least while I\u2019m in college which is another 3 years. My friend says the fiat 124 spider is good and cheap but who wants to trust fiat anyways.","c_root_id_A":"fcygupi","c_root_id_B":"fcyfqmg","created_at_utc_A":1578079886,"created_at_utc_B":1578079458,"score_A":23,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Test drive both and see which you like better.  The miata will involve more compromises, but is ultimately the better driver's car.  If you're okay with the lack of power but don't want the miata compromises, look into a 2015-ish BRZ\/FRS.","human_ref_B":"Get the Mazda if you want to feel like you're on a bike. The 350 is heavier & larger. Also 350zs are riced to hell, so you might look like a douche if you put an exhaust on it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":428.0,"score_ratio":3.2857142857}
{"post_id":"ejjqhh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Miata vs 350z? Hey guys just a college student looking to sell my motorcycle and get a car. I am looking at roadsters so I can at least get a little bit of the feeling that I do when riding a motorcycle. Currently looking at a 2016 Mazda Miata and a 2007 Nissan 370Z both are stick shift and both have around 60k miles around the same price. Which one in your opinion is more cost friendly considering insurance and everything for a 20 year old. Which handles better and is more reliable. If you think I should buy something else give me suggestions 3 pedals is preferred. And my budget is below 14k I don\u2019t want to have a high monthly payment. I want something that won\u2019t give me trouble at least while I\u2019m in college which is another 3 years. My friend says the fiat 124 spider is good and cheap but who wants to trust fiat anyways.","c_root_id_A":"fcygtm0","c_root_id_B":"fcyfqmg","created_at_utc_A":1578079869,"created_at_utc_B":1578079458,"score_A":16,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"\"Miata is always the answer.\" is a refrain you'll see all over reddit, but in seriousness, there's reasons for that.  You'll find the most incredible car community surrounding the Miata, whole sites that only sell miata parts (mossmiata.com being my favorite along with flyinmiata.com) and _literally_ every single maintenance, mod, problem, or idea that you could ever need reference on has probably been talked about. Plus they're stupid cheap to run and the 2016 has a great look and great reputation for reliability.   Not to knock the 350z, but as others have said they do have a rep for being \"riced\" if we want to use the term - and honestly it's a MUCH older platform and a much older car. I think the 350z comes in last in this comparison.  Skip the 124. Nice looking car, but it's a tiny turbo engine vs the 2.0 in the miata that is so well reviewed. You'll get nice sound from the NA motor with very little done to it, if you're interested.  I drive a 1991 Miata and a 2017 A4 for reference. Have driven the ND, love it.","human_ref_B":"Get the Mazda if you want to feel like you're on a bike. The 350 is heavier & larger. Also 350zs are riced to hell, so you might look like a douche if you put an exhaust on it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":411.0,"score_ratio":2.2857142857}
{"post_id":"du7j9r","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How to start learning stick? So I recently bought my first car, with a 5 speed manual. I can get it started and moving but most of the time the start is bumpy and jerky. How should I approach driving stick so that it smoothly starts?","c_root_id_A":"f73zvh5","c_root_id_B":"f746ci7","created_at_utc_A":1573396654,"created_at_utc_B":1573398803,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"There is a very slight grade in the street in front of the house I lived in when I got my first manual transmission car. Basically if you left the car in neutral it would roll backward slowly.   I started by being on that grade and playing with the clutch\/throttle ratios until I could hold the car still without using the brake. At that point I was able to easily and smoothly accelerate the car basically whenever I wanted.   This was a 2001 Acura Integra GS-R that had about 30 miles on it so the clutch was new. Not sure if that mattered. Regardless - it worked for me.","human_ref_B":"Slow down the clutch release. Slow shifts equals smoother shift. Its not like the movies where they shift all crazy and fast.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2149.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dtkdjb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"We all know what we're taught to do, but what does everyone here ACTUALLY do when driving and you see a yellow light and it's uncertain if you can make it at your current speed? Figured the car enthusiasts here would have opinions on this topic. I've also been running a really short survey about this topic, but if you don't want to participate in that I'd still love to see discussion here on what kinds of things impact your decision-making in such a scenario.","c_root_id_A":"f6x569y","c_root_id_B":"f6x88fn","created_at_utc_A":1573242196,"created_at_utc_B":1573244242,"score_A":6,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"The best answer I can give is it really depends where you are and that areas light pattern.  Back where I grew up you would have a good 2-3 seconds between when the light turns red for you and when the light turns green for opposing traffic. In Denver, where I live now, it is literally instantaneous and I have had several close calls being the one stopped at a red, if you drive right when the light turns green odds are someones gonna be laying on their horn.","human_ref_B":"If I can stop without threshold braking or causing an issue for someone behind me, I stop.  If I'm uncertain whether I can stop safely or not, I proceed.  If I'd have to accelerate to make it before the light turns red, I stop, unless stopping would cause some idiot tailgating me to hit me. This is rare, but happens.  I like being in the font when the light turns green. I like being able to see ahead. I like getting to choose my own speed instead of being limited by the person in front of me. So to me, it makes sense to stop if it's safe to do so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2046.0,"score_ratio":3.8333333333}
{"post_id":"dtkdjb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"We all know what we're taught to do, but what does everyone here ACTUALLY do when driving and you see a yellow light and it's uncertain if you can make it at your current speed? Figured the car enthusiasts here would have opinions on this topic. I've also been running a really short survey about this topic, but if you don't want to participate in that I'd still love to see discussion here on what kinds of things impact your decision-making in such a scenario.","c_root_id_A":"f6x7j3d","c_root_id_B":"f6x88fn","created_at_utc_A":1573243768,"created_at_utc_B":1573244242,"score_A":3,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"If I'm uncertain at my current speed, I will check to see if there's anyone behind me and how far away they are...depending on how fast I'm going also I can generally judge how long a yellow will last relative to where I am and either brake to a stop or continue through it, speeding up a little if needed.  If it's raining or the ground is even slightly slick I'll usually just go through it.  It takes a second or two before the red, then the cross traffic sees the green and reacts.","human_ref_B":"If I can stop without threshold braking or causing an issue for someone behind me, I stop.  If I'm uncertain whether I can stop safely or not, I proceed.  If I'd have to accelerate to make it before the light turns red, I stop, unless stopping would cause some idiot tailgating me to hit me. This is rare, but happens.  I like being in the font when the light turns green. I like being able to see ahead. I like getting to choose my own speed instead of being limited by the person in front of me. So to me, it makes sense to stop if it's safe to do so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":474.0,"score_ratio":7.6666666667}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f09ekep","c_root_id_B":"f0ae3ro","created_at_utc_A":1568499495,"created_at_utc_B":1568513657,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Most major chains will price match so call around and then just go to the closest place that price matches. Make sure it's the out the door price so they don't tack on mounting and balancing once you get there. Tire rack has good prices and you can have them shipped to a local shop. Manufacturer rebates are out there too but I'm not sure how to find them other than what's listed when you shop.","human_ref_B":"I personally like discount tire they have excellent quality tires, and their prices aren't terrible.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14162.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f09irca","c_root_id_B":"f0ae3ro","created_at_utc_A":1568502134,"created_at_utc_B":1568513657,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I always go to Firestone just because they give you free tire rotations if it their tires. Always a good experience with them.","human_ref_B":"I personally like discount tire they have excellent quality tires, and their prices aren't terrible.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11523.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f0ae3ro","c_root_id_B":"f0a2fpi","created_at_utc_A":1568513657,"created_at_utc_B":1568509854,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I personally like discount tire they have excellent quality tires, and their prices aren't terrible.","human_ref_B":"I'm a fan of Costco. Shop around for sure, but IMO their pricing includes installation and is pretty affordable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3803.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f0a25o8","c_root_id_B":"f0ae3ro","created_at_utc_A":1568509764,"created_at_utc_B":1568513657,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Costco has good deals too, though limited brand selection. Usually only Bridgestone or Mitchellin.","human_ref_B":"I personally like discount tire they have excellent quality tires, and their prices aren't terrible.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3893.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f09ekep","c_root_id_B":"f0ahs7k","created_at_utc_A":1568499495,"created_at_utc_B":1568514890,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Most major chains will price match so call around and then just go to the closest place that price matches. Make sure it's the out the door price so they don't tack on mounting and balancing once you get there. Tire rack has good prices and you can have them shipped to a local shop. Manufacturer rebates are out there too but I'm not sure how to find them other than what's listed when you shop.","human_ref_B":"Sams Club and Costco are hard to beat - otherwise Discount Tire is where I\u2019ve had the best experience.   Once upon a time they price matched tirerack when they were blowing out Bridgestone Potenza S03 Pole Positions - that was 17 years ago and I\u2019ve only gone to them since then. I usually just get the price from Sams and call Discount and have them match it.   It\u2019s worth mention though that Sams gives you road hazard for the life of your membership. I still buy it from Discount, but if I were pinching pennies I\u2019d go to Sams probably.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15395.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f09irca","c_root_id_B":"f0ahs7k","created_at_utc_A":1568502134,"created_at_utc_B":1568514890,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I always go to Firestone just because they give you free tire rotations if it their tires. Always a good experience with them.","human_ref_B":"Sams Club and Costco are hard to beat - otherwise Discount Tire is where I\u2019ve had the best experience.   Once upon a time they price matched tirerack when they were blowing out Bridgestone Potenza S03 Pole Positions - that was 17 years ago and I\u2019ve only gone to them since then. I usually just get the price from Sams and call Discount and have them match it.   It\u2019s worth mention though that Sams gives you road hazard for the life of your membership. I still buy it from Discount, but if I were pinching pennies I\u2019d go to Sams probably.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12756.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f0a2fpi","c_root_id_B":"f0ahs7k","created_at_utc_A":1568509854,"created_at_utc_B":1568514890,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'm a fan of Costco. Shop around for sure, but IMO their pricing includes installation and is pretty affordable.","human_ref_B":"Sams Club and Costco are hard to beat - otherwise Discount Tire is where I\u2019ve had the best experience.   Once upon a time they price matched tirerack when they were blowing out Bridgestone Potenza S03 Pole Positions - that was 17 years ago and I\u2019ve only gone to them since then. I usually just get the price from Sams and call Discount and have them match it.   It\u2019s worth mention though that Sams gives you road hazard for the life of your membership. I still buy it from Discount, but if I were pinching pennies I\u2019d go to Sams probably.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5036.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f0a25o8","c_root_id_B":"f0ahs7k","created_at_utc_A":1568509764,"created_at_utc_B":1568514890,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Costco has good deals too, though limited brand selection. Usually only Bridgestone or Mitchellin.","human_ref_B":"Sams Club and Costco are hard to beat - otherwise Discount Tire is where I\u2019ve had the best experience.   Once upon a time they price matched tirerack when they were blowing out Bridgestone Potenza S03 Pole Positions - that was 17 years ago and I\u2019ve only gone to them since then. I usually just get the price from Sams and call Discount and have them match it.   It\u2019s worth mention though that Sams gives you road hazard for the life of your membership. I still buy it from Discount, but if I were pinching pennies I\u2019d go to Sams probably.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5126.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"d47hkw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Where do you get good deals on tires? Hey all. My Murano 2013 is due for new tires. Any deals going around? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f0a25o8","c_root_id_B":"f0a2fpi","created_at_utc_A":1568509764,"created_at_utc_B":1568509854,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Costco has good deals too, though limited brand selection. Usually only Bridgestone or Mitchellin.","human_ref_B":"I'm a fan of Costco. Shop around for sure, but IMO their pricing includes installation and is pretty affordable.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":90.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2qmnc","c_root_id_B":"ev2q66a","created_at_utc_A":1564182008,"created_at_utc_B":1564181755,"score_A":26,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Odd choices for a first car but more power to you. Expect pricey or complicated repairs sooner rather than later, but if you're okay with that I think it depends on your lifestyle. Do you need trunk space for groceries or hobbies? The fiero is pretty tight but certainly more unique than the mini.  In the interest of full disclosure, I have to imagine you'll be relying on this car to get to work or school, and neither will be terribly reliable. If you're in it for the cool factor you could find other similar cars with better track records.","human_ref_B":"For a first car?  Neither. Neither will be reliable. Consider a Miata or something more pedestrian.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":253.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2qmnc","c_root_id_B":"ev2qbjv","created_at_utc_A":1564182008,"created_at_utc_B":1564181838,"score_A":26,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Odd choices for a first car but more power to you. Expect pricey or complicated repairs sooner rather than later, but if you're okay with that I think it depends on your lifestyle. Do you need trunk space for groceries or hobbies? The fiero is pretty tight but certainly more unique than the mini.  In the interest of full disclosure, I have to imagine you'll be relying on this car to get to work or school, and neither will be terribly reliable. If you're in it for the cool factor you could find other similar cars with better track records.","human_ref_B":"I have a cooper s and it\u2019s wonderful, but that fiero just sounds like such a rare find that i would say to go for it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":170.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2qmnc","c_root_id_B":"ev2odku","created_at_utc_A":1564182008,"created_at_utc_B":1564180767,"score_A":26,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Odd choices for a first car but more power to you. Expect pricey or complicated repairs sooner rather than later, but if you're okay with that I think it depends on your lifestyle. Do you need trunk space for groceries or hobbies? The fiero is pretty tight but certainly more unique than the mini.  In the interest of full disclosure, I have to imagine you'll be relying on this car to get to work or school, and neither will be terribly reliable. If you're in it for the cool factor you could find other similar cars with better track records.","human_ref_B":"I always wanted a fiero but I live in the rust belt and the ones I found had bad frames. Is it the 2m4 or 2m6? Make sure your mechanic doesn't put it on a lift unless they know the car. The coolant pipes are easily crushed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1241.0,"score_ratio":5.2}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2q66a","c_root_id_B":"ev2odku","created_at_utc_A":1564181755,"created_at_utc_B":1564180767,"score_A":14,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"For a first car?  Neither. Neither will be reliable. Consider a Miata or something more pedestrian.","human_ref_B":"I always wanted a fiero but I live in the rust belt and the ones I found had bad frames. Is it the 2m4 or 2m6? Make sure your mechanic doesn't put it on a lift unless they know the car. The coolant pipes are easily crushed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":988.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2qbjv","c_root_id_B":"ev2odku","created_at_utc_A":1564181838,"created_at_utc_B":1564180767,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I have a cooper s and it\u2019s wonderful, but that fiero just sounds like such a rare find that i would say to go for it","human_ref_B":"I always wanted a fiero but I live in the rust belt and the ones I found had bad frames. Is it the 2m4 or 2m6? Make sure your mechanic doesn't put it on a lift unless they know the car. The coolant pipes are easily crushed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1071.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2qn07","c_root_id_B":"ev2odku","created_at_utc_A":1564182014,"created_at_utc_B":1564180767,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Honestly I wouldn\u2019t do either. Neither are known for killer reliability and that is when BMW acquired mini \ud83d\ude29","human_ref_B":"I always wanted a fiero but I live in the rust belt and the ones I found had bad frames. Is it the 2m4 or 2m6? Make sure your mechanic doesn't put it on a lift unless they know the car. The coolant pipes are easily crushed.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1247.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2su9f","c_root_id_B":"ev3gjhn","created_at_utc_A":1564183106,"created_at_utc_B":1564194704,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If these are your only options then definitely the Fiero. It\u2019s cooler, and parts will be easier to acquire since it doesn\u2019t come from across the ocean. It is old, so there may be some issues that will crop up, but for a first car, it\u2019s gonna have issues. Plus, you\u2019ll be driving a kinda unique car, the Fiero definitely is different from a \u201cnormal\u201d American car. There\u2019s not many mid engined, 2 seat cars that come from America.   Oh, and RIP Pontiac.","human_ref_B":"Get a clean Civic, or a Toyota for your first car.   Cheap and very reliable.  Parts wont cost you an arm and a leg because they are everywhere.  Use that car while saving up to get a more stylish car later on down the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11598.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev3bp7c","c_root_id_B":"ev3gjhn","created_at_utc_A":1564192414,"created_at_utc_B":1564194704,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My first car was a fiero. Very... interesting. Fun to drive, kind of slow, handling was ok. DId great in the snow with all seasons (in NH). Mine rusted apart at 90 thousand miles lol","human_ref_B":"Get a clean Civic, or a Toyota for your first car.   Cheap and very reliable.  Parts wont cost you an arm and a leg because they are everywhere.  Use that car while saving up to get a more stylish car later on down the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2290.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2tx0t","c_root_id_B":"ev3gjhn","created_at_utc_A":1564183647,"created_at_utc_B":1564194704,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","human_ref_B":"Get a clean Civic, or a Toyota for your first car.   Cheap and very reliable.  Parts wont cost you an arm and a leg because they are everywhere.  Use that car while saving up to get a more stylish car later on down the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11057.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2yyyw","c_root_id_B":"ev2su9f","created_at_utc_A":1564186201,"created_at_utc_B":1564183106,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would say the Mini. Only because it\u2019s safer. But that\u2019s just my priority when buying a car. Yes it will be more expensive to repair but you already know that going into it. If you are okay with that, then I would say mini. I think they\u2019re cool cars.","human_ref_B":"If these are your only options then definitely the Fiero. It\u2019s cooler, and parts will be easier to acquire since it doesn\u2019t come from across the ocean. It is old, so there may be some issues that will crop up, but for a first car, it\u2019s gonna have issues. Plus, you\u2019ll be driving a kinda unique car, the Fiero definitely is different from a \u201cnormal\u201d American car. There\u2019s not many mid engined, 2 seat cars that come from America.   Oh, and RIP Pontiac.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3095.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2yyyw","c_root_id_B":"ev2tx0t","created_at_utc_A":1564186201,"created_at_utc_B":1564183647,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I would say the Mini. Only because it\u2019s safer. But that\u2019s just my priority when buying a car. Yes it will be more expensive to repair but you already know that going into it. If you are okay with that, then I would say mini. I think they\u2019re cool cars.","human_ref_B":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2554.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev32ijj","c_root_id_B":"ev2su9f","created_at_utc_A":1564188026,"created_at_utc_B":1564183106,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Clearly the Fiero, way cooler and people will be more understanding that your 35 years old car broke down rather than your 15 years old.","human_ref_B":"If these are your only options then definitely the Fiero. It\u2019s cooler, and parts will be easier to acquire since it doesn\u2019t come from across the ocean. It is old, so there may be some issues that will crop up, but for a first car, it\u2019s gonna have issues. Plus, you\u2019ll be driving a kinda unique car, the Fiero definitely is different from a \u201cnormal\u201d American car. There\u2019s not many mid engined, 2 seat cars that come from America.   Oh, and RIP Pontiac.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4920.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev32ijj","c_root_id_B":"ev2tx0t","created_at_utc_A":1564188026,"created_at_utc_B":1564183647,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Clearly the Fiero, way cooler and people will be more understanding that your 35 years old car broke down rather than your 15 years old.","human_ref_B":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4379.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev3bp7c","c_root_id_B":"ev2tx0t","created_at_utc_A":1564192414,"created_at_utc_B":1564183647,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My first car was a fiero. Very... interesting. Fun to drive, kind of slow, handling was ok. DId great in the snow with all seasons (in NH). Mine rusted apart at 90 thousand miles lol","human_ref_B":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8767.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev3s2nr","c_root_id_B":"ev2tx0t","created_at_utc_A":1564200737,"created_at_utc_B":1564183647,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Civic, Camary, Accent: good first cars. Mini or Fiero: project for a millionaires favorite mechanic.  Literally don't buy either of those cars unless you want your life savings to go to your mechanic. Or you plan on using it as a lawn ornament.","human_ref_B":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17090.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev4wcv6","c_root_id_B":"ev2tx0t","created_at_utc_A":1564222805,"created_at_utc_B":1564183647,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you must, the Mini: Safety has come a long way in 17 years and you will appreciate the creature comforts. Also, 30+ year-old wiring usually requires some kind of repair if you peek under the hood for longer than 30 seconds. Google tells me TBI is still widely supported which may make it less of a headache, but it can be a crapshoot when you find the old service manual referencing tools & procedures used by people who have retired or died.   Honestly, I would much rather get a Civic\/Integra\/RSX as my first car. More mod choices and a helluva lot more reliable.","human_ref_B":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","labels":1,"seconds_difference":39158.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev4wcv6","c_root_id_B":"ev3s9bi","created_at_utc_A":1564222805,"created_at_utc_B":1564200870,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you must, the Mini: Safety has come a long way in 17 years and you will appreciate the creature comforts. Also, 30+ year-old wiring usually requires some kind of repair if you peek under the hood for longer than 30 seconds. Google tells me TBI is still widely supported which may make it less of a headache, but it can be a crapshoot when you find the old service manual referencing tools & procedures used by people who have retired or died.   Honestly, I would much rather get a Civic\/Integra\/RSX as my first car. More mod choices and a helluva lot more reliable.","human_ref_B":"The V-6 Fiero is a pretty good sports car, with different suspension tuning than the 4-cyl version.     Despite the Fiero not having airbags, it should be very safe in frontal crashes because it got some of the best 35 MPH crash test results:     * HIC:  309, 356 (driver, passenger, limit 1,000 points)     * Chest:  31, 30  (limit 60 Gs deceleration)   * Femur:  850,750 \/ 840,800 (limit:  2,250 lbs.)     HIC (head damage) is considered the most important test result.  Those numbers for the Fiero are very good, even compared to today's cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21935.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev2tx0t","c_root_id_B":"ev6153n","created_at_utc_A":1564183647,"created_at_utc_B":1564241263,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"This is more a case of which is least-worse to purchase. I'm more leaning towards the Pontiac simply because the Mini has done 128K on the clock and that's well past its use-by date. To talk about how hard the Mini is to work on when things go wrong, it's like the Hydraulic Press Channel got hold of the engine and squeezed it into a space meant for a lawnmower engine. All the hoses will be cracking and since they're all hidden it will be expensive repairs. Because the Pontiac is a '85 made by GM it will have the quality of pure American engineering which is bad at best. TL;DR go with Pontiac cause it will be cheaper to fix then the Mini. BMW parts (genuine) are expensive","human_ref_B":"As a current Fiero owner, it seems as if everyone is unaware of just how cheap Fiero ownership is. You can buy a fully brand new engine rebuild kit (every seal, new cam, pistons and a few other important odds and ends) for a whole $500. The Iron Duke engine was used in basically every small mail truck for a good couple decades, S10s had that same motor as well, parts are EVERYWHERE.   That being said, I'd only recommend it if you are handy with cars, because stuff will break down, that's not a question. It's not hard to figure out, though, Fiero has a huge forum presence and the veterans of those forums can pinpoint any problem from a single post you make, they've seen it all.   There's even an online store where you can get all the really niche, hard to find bits for the car. Online support is plentiful for this car, you're never going to fall short with help.  I can't say much about the Cooper S, I'm not really a BMW fan, but I can imagine you'll be able to toss it around with a bit more aggression and speed. The downside being that parts will be more expensive no doubt.  Hopefully this at least gives you an idea of what the Fiero side of things will look like.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":57616.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev3s9bi","c_root_id_B":"ev6153n","created_at_utc_A":1564200870,"created_at_utc_B":1564241263,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The V-6 Fiero is a pretty good sports car, with different suspension tuning than the 4-cyl version.     Despite the Fiero not having airbags, it should be very safe in frontal crashes because it got some of the best 35 MPH crash test results:     * HIC:  309, 356 (driver, passenger, limit 1,000 points)     * Chest:  31, 30  (limit 60 Gs deceleration)   * Femur:  850,750 \/ 840,800 (limit:  2,250 lbs.)     HIC (head damage) is considered the most important test result.  Those numbers for the Fiero are very good, even compared to today's cars.","human_ref_B":"As a current Fiero owner, it seems as if everyone is unaware of just how cheap Fiero ownership is. You can buy a fully brand new engine rebuild kit (every seal, new cam, pistons and a few other important odds and ends) for a whole $500. The Iron Duke engine was used in basically every small mail truck for a good couple decades, S10s had that same motor as well, parts are EVERYWHERE.   That being said, I'd only recommend it if you are handy with cars, because stuff will break down, that's not a question. It's not hard to figure out, though, Fiero has a huge forum presence and the veterans of those forums can pinpoint any problem from a single post you make, they've seen it all.   There's even an online store where you can get all the really niche, hard to find bits for the car. Online support is plentiful for this car, you're never going to fall short with help.  I can't say much about the Cooper S, I'm not really a BMW fan, but I can imagine you'll be able to toss it around with a bit more aggression and speed. The downside being that parts will be more expensive no doubt.  Hopefully this at least gives you an idea of what the Fiero side of things will look like.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":40393.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ci9kvu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"First car: Mini Cooper or Pontiac Fiero? I'm looking to get a used car. I found two really awesome cars: a 2002 Mini Cooper S (6 speed manual, some mild performance mods, 128k miles, 4,000k) and a 1985 Pontiac Fiero GT (4 speed manual, bone stock, 58k miles, $3,500.) Both are rust free summer cars. Both are exceptionally clean. Both are manual, both are fun to drive. The Fiero is in my town while the Mini is an hour's drive. The mini is also more expensive. However, the mini would be better in the winter. I really can't decide between the two. Thoughts? (I haven't driven either car yet I should mention.)","c_root_id_A":"ev5qmsi","c_root_id_B":"ev6153n","created_at_utc_A":1564237524,"created_at_utc_B":1564241263,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Fiero for sure, always wanted one when I was in high school. Things are gonna break, but parts aren't that expensive and everything is easy to do.","human_ref_B":"As a current Fiero owner, it seems as if everyone is unaware of just how cheap Fiero ownership is. You can buy a fully brand new engine rebuild kit (every seal, new cam, pistons and a few other important odds and ends) for a whole $500. The Iron Duke engine was used in basically every small mail truck for a good couple decades, S10s had that same motor as well, parts are EVERYWHERE.   That being said, I'd only recommend it if you are handy with cars, because stuff will break down, that's not a question. It's not hard to figure out, though, Fiero has a huge forum presence and the veterans of those forums can pinpoint any problem from a single post you make, they've seen it all.   There's even an online store where you can get all the really niche, hard to find bits for the car. Online support is plentiful for this car, you're never going to fall short with help.  I can't say much about the Cooper S, I'm not really a BMW fan, but I can imagine you'll be able to toss it around with a bit more aggression and speed. The downside being that parts will be more expensive no doubt.  Hopefully this at least gives you an idea of what the Fiero side of things will look like.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3739.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"c7mjts","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Few weeks back I stumbled upon an interesting question on here. \"Why are cars able to drive so much faster than legal speed limit?\" Decided I was gonna research this, but never got around to it until now. I decided to make it into a video since I am just bored over summer. Here it is  https:\/\/youtu.be\/1YI7aq-FMoc  &#x200B;  Graphics aren't that great because I have no experience with animations. But I feel like information is well researched.  If anyone has anything that would like to add to this question or has any feedback, please let me know?","c_root_id_A":"esglu6f","c_root_id_B":"esh91d6","created_at_utc_A":1561957109,"created_at_utc_B":1561986504,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"To cure people's need for speed.","human_ref_B":"Good explanation.  Also, someone who thinks governors at 85 is a good idea is a communist. I'm saying it now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29395.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"c7mjts","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Few weeks back I stumbled upon an interesting question on here. \"Why are cars able to drive so much faster than legal speed limit?\" Decided I was gonna research this, but never got around to it until now. I decided to make it into a video since I am just bored over summer. Here it is  https:\/\/youtu.be\/1YI7aq-FMoc  &#x200B;  Graphics aren't that great because I have no experience with animations. But I feel like information is well researched.  If anyone has anything that would like to add to this question or has any feedback, please let me know?","c_root_id_A":"esgvr6r","c_root_id_B":"esh91d6","created_at_utc_A":1561969440,"created_at_utc_B":1561986504,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You can use a car on track or for competition. For most people it's not feasible to get on track with a dedicated vehicle.","human_ref_B":"Good explanation.  Also, someone who thinks governors at 85 is a good idea is a communist. I'm saying it now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17064.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"am38xh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Are Jeep as bad as I hear? My dream vehicle has always been a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I haven't bought one yet because every time I'm in a position to buy a new car im warned that Jeeps are expensive and require extraordinary amounts of care, more so than a regular vehicle, and that Jeep means \"Just Empty Every Pocket\". Add to that my previous car was a Chrysler 300 and my experience with that was not so good.  Please tell me its not that bad?","c_root_id_A":"efiyuoa","c_root_id_B":"efiy941","created_at_utc_A":1549036322,"created_at_utc_B":1549035936,"score_A":13,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"FCA quality control is flat out terrible. Some cars are ok, some cars are flat out lemons.","human_ref_B":"They're not super horrible. Plenty of older jeeps (90s area) have tons of miles on them and still run fine.  But they do seem to have more issues than the average SUV, and I don't really trust FCA to make a reliable vehicle lol.  Are you looking at a new one or more of the classic jeep era?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":386.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"am38xh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Are Jeep as bad as I hear? My dream vehicle has always been a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I haven't bought one yet because every time I'm in a position to buy a new car im warned that Jeeps are expensive and require extraordinary amounts of care, more so than a regular vehicle, and that Jeep means \"Just Empty Every Pocket\". Add to that my previous car was a Chrysler 300 and my experience with that was not so good.  Please tell me its not that bad?","c_root_id_A":"efiyena","c_root_id_B":"efiy941","created_at_utc_A":1549036034,"created_at_utc_B":1549035936,"score_A":13,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Lease it.","human_ref_B":"They're not super horrible. Plenty of older jeeps (90s area) have tons of miles on them and still run fine.  But they do seem to have more issues than the average SUV, and I don't really trust FCA to make a reliable vehicle lol.  Are you looking at a new one or more of the classic jeep era?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":98.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"am38xh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Are Jeep as bad as I hear? My dream vehicle has always been a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I haven't bought one yet because every time I'm in a position to buy a new car im warned that Jeeps are expensive and require extraordinary amounts of care, more so than a regular vehicle, and that Jeep means \"Just Empty Every Pocket\". Add to that my previous car was a Chrysler 300 and my experience with that was not so good.  Please tell me its not that bad?","c_root_id_A":"efj0l6b","c_root_id_B":"efj4fzc","created_at_utc_A":1549037492,"created_at_utc_B":1549040097,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As far as Jeep's go, wranglers are great for performance, and better for reliability than the rest. Everything else don't bother.","human_ref_B":"Honestly if you want an SUV that will last and mostly use it on the road just get a 1 year-old Tiguan.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2605.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"am38xh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Are Jeep as bad as I hear? My dream vehicle has always been a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I haven't bought one yet because every time I'm in a position to buy a new car im warned that Jeeps are expensive and require extraordinary amounts of care, more so than a regular vehicle, and that Jeep means \"Just Empty Every Pocket\". Add to that my previous car was a Chrysler 300 and my experience with that was not so good.  Please tell me its not that bad?","c_root_id_A":"efj4fzc","c_root_id_B":"efj1ds4","created_at_utc_A":1549040097,"created_at_utc_B":1549038035,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Honestly if you want an SUV that will last and mostly use it on the road just get a 1 year-old Tiguan.","human_ref_B":"I was also in the market for a 17-18 JGC. I\u2019ve heard horror stories but didn\u2019t think they were that bad. I am starting a family and wanted a decent midsize SUV that I didn\u2019t hate appearance\/performance-wise. What would be a reliable alternative to the GC?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2062.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"am38xh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Are Jeep as bad as I hear? My dream vehicle has always been a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I haven't bought one yet because every time I'm in a position to buy a new car im warned that Jeeps are expensive and require extraordinary amounts of care, more so than a regular vehicle, and that Jeep means \"Just Empty Every Pocket\". Add to that my previous car was a Chrysler 300 and my experience with that was not so good.  Please tell me its not that bad?","c_root_id_A":"efj0l6b","c_root_id_B":"efj4gxo","created_at_utc_A":1549037492,"created_at_utc_B":1549040115,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As far as Jeep's go, wranglers are great for performance, and better for reliability than the rest. Everything else don't bother.","human_ref_B":"Absolutely terrible long term. I've had probably 15 or so used vehicles in our family over the years and the only one I've had to consistantly repair for dumb shit are the jeep cherokees (older straight 6 and slightly less old v6). Both of them have had CONSTANT ball joint, and clutch problems.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2623.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"am38xh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Are Jeep as bad as I hear? My dream vehicle has always been a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I haven't bought one yet because every time I'm in a position to buy a new car im warned that Jeeps are expensive and require extraordinary amounts of care, more so than a regular vehicle, and that Jeep means \"Just Empty Every Pocket\". Add to that my previous car was a Chrysler 300 and my experience with that was not so good.  Please tell me its not that bad?","c_root_id_A":"efj1ds4","c_root_id_B":"efj4gxo","created_at_utc_A":1549038035,"created_at_utc_B":1549040115,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I was also in the market for a 17-18 JGC. I\u2019ve heard horror stories but didn\u2019t think they were that bad. I am starting a family and wanted a decent midsize SUV that I didn\u2019t hate appearance\/performance-wise. What would be a reliable alternative to the GC?","human_ref_B":"Absolutely terrible long term. I've had probably 15 or so used vehicles in our family over the years and the only one I've had to consistantly repair for dumb shit are the jeep cherokees (older straight 6 and slightly less old v6). Both of them have had CONSTANT ball joint, and clutch problems.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2080.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp98dpm","c_root_id_B":"dp97jjh","created_at_utc_A":1509653811,"created_at_utc_B":1509652959,"score_A":22,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Would be incredibly expensive and difficult. Would require custom work and *at least* $10k.   But tell your friend that even a RWD muscle car can handle winter with appropriate winter tires.","human_ref_B":"Anything is possible if you have the money or skills. Would be hard and a lot if work.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":852.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp9gxyg","c_root_id_B":"dp9frnm","created_at_utc_A":1509663156,"created_at_utc_B":1509661785,"score_A":10,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Please don't let your friend drive a 1st gen in the snow.  The salt will eat it in one season.","human_ref_B":"All things are possible with money.  For what he wants, at least $75,000 before restoration costs is a good starting number. It will not actually cost $75,000, but that's about how much you'll need to get started with the design work. Not finished, *started*.  You won't hear anyone disclose the real Hoonicorn costs because that's easily a $300,000 *in-house build*. I can tell you for fact that just the engine control system in the Hoonicorn is at least $15,000 in parts and at least $25,000 in labor. Not including transmission control. (Yes, I work with MoTec systems.)  It would be vastly cheaper to pay me to do a hand-built 500HP+ \/ 500ft\/lbs+ Jeep SJ for you. And that'll set you back around $85k as an opener (restoration included of course.)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1371.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp996a8","c_root_id_B":"dp9gxyg","created_at_utc_A":1509654616,"created_at_utc_B":1509663156,"score_A":8,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Take a look at this.   http:\/\/www.speedhunters.com\/2014\/12\/the-hoonicorn-rtr-build-story\/","human_ref_B":"Please don't let your friend drive a 1st gen in the snow.  The salt will eat it in one season.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8540.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp97jjh","c_root_id_B":"dp9gxyg","created_at_utc_A":1509652959,"created_at_utc_B":1509663156,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Anything is possible if you have the money or skills. Would be hard and a lot if work.","human_ref_B":"Please don't let your friend drive a 1st gen in the snow.  The salt will eat it in one season.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10197.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp9gii0","c_root_id_B":"dp9gxyg","created_at_utc_A":1509662650,"created_at_utc_B":1509663156,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Where there\u2019s a will there\u2019s a way. I know a guy that shortened a bronco II frame and plopped a sunbeam alpine body on it with a 302 V8.","human_ref_B":"Please don't let your friend drive a 1st gen in the snow.  The salt will eat it in one season.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":506.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp97jjh","c_root_id_B":"dp9frnm","created_at_utc_A":1509652959,"created_at_utc_B":1509661785,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Anything is possible if you have the money or skills. Would be hard and a lot if work.","human_ref_B":"All things are possible with money.  For what he wants, at least $75,000 before restoration costs is a good starting number. It will not actually cost $75,000, but that's about how much you'll need to get started with the design work. Not finished, *started*.  You won't hear anyone disclose the real Hoonicorn costs because that's easily a $300,000 *in-house build*. I can tell you for fact that just the engine control system in the Hoonicorn is at least $15,000 in parts and at least $25,000 in labor. Not including transmission control. (Yes, I work with MoTec systems.)  It would be vastly cheaper to pay me to do a hand-built 500HP+ \/ 500ft\/lbs+ Jeep SJ for you. And that'll set you back around $85k as an opener (restoration included of course.)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8826.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp97jjh","c_root_id_B":"dp996a8","created_at_utc_A":1509652959,"created_at_utc_B":1509654616,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Anything is possible if you have the money or skills. Would be hard and a lot if work.","human_ref_B":"Take a look at this.   http:\/\/www.speedhunters.com\/2014\/12\/the-hoonicorn-rtr-build-story\/","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1657.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp97jjh","c_root_id_B":"dp9lko5","created_at_utc_A":1509652959,"created_at_utc_B":1509668647,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Anything is possible if you have the money or skills. Would be hard and a lot if work.","human_ref_B":"For what it'd cost to execute just in custom fabricated drivetrain parts, your friend could buy a Subaru.  Everyone who has a nice performance car up north has a winter beater. Winter kills cars. This is terrible, this idea.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15688.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp9lko5","c_root_id_B":"dp9gii0","created_at_utc_A":1509668647,"created_at_utc_B":1509662650,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"For what it'd cost to execute just in custom fabricated drivetrain parts, your friend could buy a Subaru.  Everyone who has a nice performance car up north has a winter beater. Winter kills cars. This is terrible, this idea.","human_ref_B":"Where there\u2019s a will there\u2019s a way. I know a guy that shortened a bronco II frame and plopped a sunbeam alpine body on it with a 302 V8.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5997.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp9gii0","c_root_id_B":"dp9q4sm","created_at_utc_A":1509662650,"created_at_utc_B":1509674048,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Where there\u2019s a will there\u2019s a way. I know a guy that shortened a bronco II frame and plopped a sunbeam alpine body on it with a 302 V8.","human_ref_B":"First, to be blunt, you\u2019re already in over your head if you\u2019re asking about this on a casual, non-specific forum like this.   Second, as mentioned, corrosion resistance is going to be complete and utter shit.   Finally, this is super custom. It\u2019s going to require a lot of skill and a lot of money. The only conceivable way to pull this off with minimal amounts of money and skill is to scalp parts from other vehicles. I have heard of people using an AWD system from a Oldsmobile Bravada \u201891-\u201801 for this exact purpose. I don\u2019t have any specific details on it. But I wouldn\u2019t want to be the one to go looking for parts from an almost 20-30 year old vehicle that was relatively uncommon.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11398.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"7ae3en","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you put AWD in an old muscle car? So my friend lives in the great white north. He's always wanted a first gen camaro, but he wants to be able to drive it in the snow. My friend wants to know if it's somehow possible to put an AWD system into a classic muscle car like a camaro, and what it would entail  Any info would be great, because my friend has tried google and nothing has come up","c_root_id_A":"dp9q4sm","c_root_id_B":"dp9oqcd","created_at_utc_A":1509674048,"created_at_utc_B":1509672396,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"First, to be blunt, you\u2019re already in over your head if you\u2019re asking about this on a casual, non-specific forum like this.   Second, as mentioned, corrosion resistance is going to be complete and utter shit.   Finally, this is super custom. It\u2019s going to require a lot of skill and a lot of money. The only conceivable way to pull this off with minimal amounts of money and skill is to scalp parts from other vehicles. I have heard of people using an AWD system from a Oldsmobile Bravada \u201891-\u201801 for this exact purpose. I don\u2019t have any specific details on it. But I wouldn\u2019t want to be the one to go looking for parts from an almost 20-30 year old vehicle that was relatively uncommon.","human_ref_B":"Here's someone that used the awd components from either a trail blazer or bravada I can't remember. https:\/\/youtu.be\/Wtnvpgdfq9c   You would need the donor vehicle transmission and transfer case along with the front differential and practically all of the front suspension components.   A good fabricator could do it obviously it's been done before just understand it's quite the project.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1652.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"6dq8jb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Recommendation for a ok dashcam? TL;DR: Kids keep putting dents in my car, need a dashcam to catch these little pricks.   So there are these little fuckers in my neighborhood that are trying to break into cars. Well one night last week I got locked out of my house so I had to wait for my wife to wake up and look at her phone to let me in so I just sat in my car and watched movies on my phone to kill the time. Had my windows down so I don't fill my car up with my vape and a gun fight scene pops on in John Wick and all of a sudden I see these 2 kids hauling ass down the street from the house I was parked across from in the road. Thought nothing of it but not 2 minutes later it felt like someone punched my car so I hop out to see who's completely insane and it turned out they just threw a rock and just missed my back window, guess they were trying to scare me inside or something. Well they have been targetting my car now since then and I'm pretty done with this. I need a recommendation on a cheaper but decent dashcam to catch these little cunts.","c_root_id_A":"di5c9di","c_root_id_B":"di4wng1","created_at_utc_A":1495981789,"created_at_utc_B":1495943349,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Dash cams aren't omnidirectional unless you get into $200+ territory really, not to mention the lack of g-sensors until $100ish. Honestly it sounds like a security camera or something aimed at the vehicle would be better unless you aim your car so that the front is always in the direction that the leave in-in which case I would suggest the Voifo A119. But more than go-pro and a popular $50 cam that I can't think of at the moment but I've had mine for past 6 months and has yet to fail me. Like other person suggested check out that YouTube channel as it also showcases how good they are resolution wise.","human_ref_B":"My dashcam is a GoPro Hero I bought for \u00a350. Other than that, check out TechMoan's YouTube channel,  as he does a lot of cheap dashcam comparisons.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38440.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dd9uiik","c_root_id_B":"dd9zsnp","created_at_utc_A":1486109956,"created_at_utc_B":1486125094,"score_A":21,"score_B":52,"human_ref_A":"C63 amg. Pressing the accelerator was like steeping on a land mine. It's a very angry car","human_ref_B":"Chrysler Sebring Convertible, 2008-ish.  First car that made me say \"whoa. People pay money for shit like this?\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15138.0,"score_ratio":2.4761904762}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dd9wuo9","c_root_id_B":"dd9zsnp","created_at_utc_A":1486116912,"created_at_utc_B":1486125094,"score_A":14,"score_B":52,"human_ref_A":"My dad is a mechanic and decided my first car would be pretty unique. He acquired a dead Mercedes 190-E 2.3-16 and we rebuilt it together over the course of a summer. After all my friends weak Civics and Sentras and whatnot it was pretty awesome and surprisingly punchy, especially for a first car. I've driven many faster cars since I had that one but it was my first and will most likely I'll never find another car that stirs me quite the same way. I won a lot of half assed races in that car.","human_ref_B":"Chrysler Sebring Convertible, 2008-ish.  First car that made me say \"whoa. People pay money for shit like this?\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8182.0,"score_ratio":3.7142857143}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dd9zsnp","c_root_id_B":"dd9ubax","created_at_utc_A":1486125094,"created_at_utc_B":1486109416,"score_A":52,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Chrysler Sebring Convertible, 2008-ish.  First car that made me say \"whoa. People pay money for shit like this?\"","human_ref_B":"My dad's 87 El Camino, blown small block. I was like 12, it was definitely a brown pants moment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15678.0,"score_ratio":7.4285714286}
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{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dd9ubax","c_root_id_B":"dd9uiik","created_at_utc_A":1486109416,"created_at_utc_B":1486109956,"score_A":7,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"My dad's 87 El Camino, blown small block. I was like 12, it was definitely a brown pants moment.","human_ref_B":"C63 amg. Pressing the accelerator was like steeping on a land mine. It's a very angry car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":540.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dd9wuo9","c_root_id_B":"dd9ubax","created_at_utc_A":1486116912,"created_at_utc_B":1486109416,"score_A":14,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"My dad is a mechanic and decided my first car would be pretty unique. He acquired a dead Mercedes 190-E 2.3-16 and we rebuilt it together over the course of a summer. After all my friends weak Civics and Sentras and whatnot it was pretty awesome and surprisingly punchy, especially for a first car. I've driven many faster cars since I had that one but it was my first and will most likely I'll never find another car that stirs me quite the same way. I won a lot of half assed races in that car.","human_ref_B":"My dad's 87 El Camino, blown small block. I was like 12, it was definitely a brown pants moment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7496.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dd9ubax","c_root_id_B":"dda8yy2","created_at_utc_A":1486109416,"created_at_utc_B":1486138590,"score_A":7,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"My dad's 87 El Camino, blown small block. I was like 12, it was definitely a brown pants moment.","human_ref_B":"1993 RX-7.  E46 M3,  Supercharged 1999 Miata, 458 Italia.   I'm looking forward to trying a Hurrican on the racetrack.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29174.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
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{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda8oic","c_root_id_B":"dda8yy2","created_at_utc_A":1486138257,"created_at_utc_B":1486138590,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I've driven some fast cars, but I never get that woah feeling. I spoiled myself with motorcycles. Sport cars can not compare to the thrill of full throttle on a sport bike","human_ref_B":"1993 RX-7.  E46 M3,  Supercharged 1999 Miata, 458 Italia.   I'm looking forward to trying a Hurrican on the racetrack.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":333.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
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{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda91fz","c_root_id_B":"dda02us","created_at_utc_A":1486138671,"created_at_utc_B":1486125727,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Tesla roadster. The torque is intoxicating, the suspension is tight but not harsh, the steering is sharp and responsive. Turns heads everywhere, too. The only downside is being 6'2\" I had to duck a little to look through windshield... Other than that, I absolutely love the car.   Edit to add photo","human_ref_B":"My Jeep actually, for completely different reasons than most people are listing here. It's very hard to explain, but driving a pre-Chrysler designed Jeep is very different from driving any other car. It's surprisingly \"springy\" when you press the accelerator, yet is one of the slowest vehicles I have ever driven (0-60 of maybe) Having all around leaf springs gives ride quality somewhere between shit and rubbish on the road, the steering has almost no feedback (AMC and early Chrysler Jeeps have way too much power in their power steering), not to me tion it's pretty sensitive, and the transmission feels like driving a truck. The body roll is horrendous, and anything over 70 makes it feel like the Jeep is about to shake itself apart, since none of the door fit correctly and the top isn't sealed with the windshield. This is in a unmodified 1995 YJ, mind you with pretty low miles and made up of parts from about 5 different jeeps. . This is how they drove stock too and I absolutely love it. It's absurdly fun and horribly dangerous (no airbags, no abs, no crumple zones, high chance of rollover, etc) , but that's what makes it great.   TL;DR: sorry for the clique, but It's a Jeep thing. Driving a death trap has its benefits.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12944.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
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{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda60ni","c_root_id_B":"dda57e7","created_at_utc_A":1486135069,"created_at_utc_B":1486134017,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Buick grand national.","human_ref_B":"When I put 4.10s in my 08 mustang, it really really woke the car up. NA mod motors love lots of gear because they're not torquey for shit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1052.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda60ni","c_root_id_B":"dda53d0","created_at_utc_A":1486135069,"created_at_utc_B":1486133868,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Buick grand national.","human_ref_B":"Two:  1) 1998 BMW M Roadster.  Bought it.  2) 2014 Mustang GT: didn't buy that one but found another with the options I wanted for the sane money and in better shape.  Both are\/were amazing cars to drive.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1201.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"ddavrqa","c_root_id_B":"dda57e7","created_at_utc_A":1486164908,"created_at_utc_B":1486134017,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My girlfriend got me 3 laps around a little road corse in a Gallardo for Christmas a couple of years ago. The driver who rode in the car just told me to go faster and faster around the track and I just couldn't believe that I wasn't just sliding off the road. Never experienced g's like that in my life.","human_ref_B":"When I put 4.10s in my 08 mustang, it really really woke the car up. NA mod motors love lots of gear because they're not torquey for shit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":30891.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda8oic","c_root_id_B":"ddavrqa","created_at_utc_A":1486138257,"created_at_utc_B":1486164908,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I've driven some fast cars, but I never get that woah feeling. I spoiled myself with motorcycles. Sport cars can not compare to the thrill of full throttle on a sport bike","human_ref_B":"My girlfriend got me 3 laps around a little road corse in a Gallardo for Christmas a couple of years ago. The driver who rode in the car just told me to go faster and faster around the track and I just couldn't believe that I wasn't just sliding off the road. Never experienced g's like that in my life.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26651.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"ddagh5m","c_root_id_B":"ddavrqa","created_at_utc_A":1486146928,"created_at_utc_B":1486164908,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Jaguar F-Pace.   Before that, the fastest car I'd driven was an auto 07 Taurus, and the most exciting to drive was a manual 2010 Chevy Spark. The F-Pace was so fast by comparison that I had a fit of giggles when I first floored it (never been phyiscally pushed back in the seat by a car before), and the AWD grip is equally mind-boggling to me; the thing just does *not* slide. It's also stable as all hell in the corners, at least relative to the cars I'd driven before it. The thing is a magnificent machine.   The interior was also quite something; big, comfy seats with solid bolsters and seat heaters, actual metal trim, solid doors, no interior rattles... it's a properly nice place to be. Never had that before, either.  TL;DR: found out why people love powerful cars, AWD cars, luxury cars, *and* cars that are stable in corners, all from the F-Pace.   It was amazing.","human_ref_B":"My girlfriend got me 3 laps around a little road corse in a Gallardo for Christmas a couple of years ago. The driver who rode in the car just told me to go faster and faster around the track and I just couldn't believe that I wasn't just sliding off the road. Never experienced g's like that in my life.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17980.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"ddavrqa","c_root_id_B":"dda53d0","created_at_utc_A":1486164908,"created_at_utc_B":1486133868,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My girlfriend got me 3 laps around a little road corse in a Gallardo for Christmas a couple of years ago. The driver who rode in the car just told me to go faster and faster around the track and I just couldn't believe that I wasn't just sliding off the road. Never experienced g's like that in my life.","human_ref_B":"Two:  1) 1998 BMW M Roadster.  Bought it.  2) 2014 Mustang GT: didn't buy that one but found another with the options I wanted for the sane money and in better shape.  Both are\/were amazing cars to drive.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":31040.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"ddamzbv","c_root_id_B":"ddavrqa","created_at_utc_A":1486154109,"created_at_utc_B":1486164908,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"2017 WRX. So much fun even at legal speeds and plenty of practicality.   2008 Audi Q7. Drove like a car and a tank at the same time. Very luxurious. Pretty.","human_ref_B":"My girlfriend got me 3 laps around a little road corse in a Gallardo for Christmas a couple of years ago. The driver who rode in the car just told me to go faster and faster around the track and I just couldn't believe that I wasn't just sliding off the road. Never experienced g's like that in my life.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10799.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"ddauo8l","c_root_id_B":"ddavrqa","created_at_utc_A":1486163429,"created_at_utc_B":1486164908,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"a friends '69 Superbee with a 383, dual tunnel rams and plumbed nitrous, 4spd. he let me 1\/4 mile it a couple times (without the NOS), what a beast!","human_ref_B":"My girlfriend got me 3 laps around a little road corse in a Gallardo for Christmas a couple of years ago. The driver who rode in the car just told me to go faster and faster around the track and I just couldn't believe that I wasn't just sliding off the road. Never experienced g's like that in my life.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1479.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda53d0","c_root_id_B":"dda57e7","created_at_utc_A":1486133868,"created_at_utc_B":1486134017,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Two:  1) 1998 BMW M Roadster.  Bought it.  2) 2014 Mustang GT: didn't buy that one but found another with the options I wanted for the sane money and in better shape.  Both are\/were amazing cars to drive.","human_ref_B":"When I put 4.10s in my 08 mustang, it really really woke the car up. NA mod motors love lots of gear because they're not torquey for shit.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":149.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"dda53d0","c_root_id_B":"dda8oic","created_at_utc_A":1486133868,"created_at_utc_B":1486138257,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Two:  1) 1998 BMW M Roadster.  Bought it.  2) 2014 Mustang GT: didn't buy that one but found another with the options I wanted for the sane money and in better shape.  Both are\/were amazing cars to drive.","human_ref_B":"I've driven some fast cars, but I never get that woah feeling. I spoiled myself with motorcycles. Sport cars can not compare to the thrill of full throttle on a sport bike","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4389.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"5rscmu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Which Car Made You Go \"Whoa\" When You First Drove It? So I have a 1999 Honda Civic Si and with a 4 cylinder, I have some fun. But when I tried my brothers car G37S with about 360 horsepower that was the moment I really went whoa. With me being a new driver it really made me get my adrenaline because of the unexpected power. What about you guys? What was your first whoa moment?","c_root_id_A":"ddagh5m","c_root_id_B":"dda53d0","created_at_utc_A":1486146928,"created_at_utc_B":1486133868,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Jaguar F-Pace.   Before that, the fastest car I'd driven was an auto 07 Taurus, and the most exciting to drive was a manual 2010 Chevy Spark. The F-Pace was so fast by comparison that I had a fit of giggles when I first floored it (never been phyiscally pushed back in the seat by a car before), and the AWD grip is equally mind-boggling to me; the thing just does *not* slide. It's also stable as all hell in the corners, at least relative to the cars I'd driven before it. The thing is a magnificent machine.   The interior was also quite something; big, comfy seats with solid bolsters and seat heaters, actual metal trim, solid doors, no interior rattles... it's a properly nice place to be. Never had that before, either.  TL;DR: found out why people love powerful cars, AWD cars, luxury cars, *and* cars that are stable in corners, all from the F-Pace.   It was amazing.","human_ref_B":"Two:  1) 1998 BMW M Roadster.  Bought it.  2) 2014 Mustang GT: didn't buy that one but found another with the options I wanted for the sane money and in better shape.  Both are\/were amazing cars to drive.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13060.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"53klt8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I may be in over my head. . . Is it worth it? First a little little back story, I recently purchased a 1983 Volvo 242 DL. This particular car had run out of gas just in front of the previous owners house and was wheeled into a parking spot and left there. For four years. I found it on craigslist for $250, only an hour and a half from where I live. I figured, hey, for that price why not try to get into it. So I rented a trailer, borrowed a van from work and went to pick up the thing.  Needless to say, it was a real PITA to get home, but we got it there. We gave it a good once over to visually check for any obvious signs of damage\/wear. Nothing aside from the usual rust and some small dings on the outside. The hood was separating, and completely rusted out, but I figured once we got a new one it might not be too bad. So we went about trying to get it started. Put fresh gas in, charged up the battery, and hoped for the best. After trying for a few hours, it seemed like it wasn't going to happen with the lack of tools and knowledge we possessed.  Queue trip to an auto repair shop that just so happened to be in the same business complex as where we parked the car. I rolled it in on Friday, hoping to see if they could give me some quick answers to questions I'd had. The tech said he would be there on Saturday, so I am feeling pretty confident that by the end of the weekend we would know what it would take to get it started (hopefully some easy things I could do by myself in the driveway\/parking lot). Monday rolls around and I head over to see if there has been any progress on what the issues are. I ask for the list and they hand over a laundry list of things that would need to be done just to get the car moving. This includes:  * Ignition control module  * Hall effect switch in distributor * Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs * Fuel pump * Front caliper and hoses * All vacuum hoses under hood * Inner tie rods left and right  When I asked the manager, she said the best course of action is to junk it, as the parts alone are not cheap. I told her that I'd be trying to do as much of the work myself to lower costs, but she still sounded like it wasn't worth it.  What I am asking you guys is if you think getting this guy back on the road is worth my time, or if I should just get rid of it now and try to find something else.","c_root_id_A":"d7u5vxf","c_root_id_B":"d7tyqlt","created_at_utc_A":1474343701,"created_at_utc_B":1474333555,"score_A":13,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"So, I'm not gonna talk about worth it or not. What I'm going to talk about instead, is what you can do and what you absolutely must not do yourself. Simple, no? The decision of whether or not a 242DL is worth getting back to running is like any vehicle, highly subjective.  > Ignition control module  Disconnect old one, connect new one. How hard this is, I don't know as I'm unfamiliar with the location. It's USUALLY pretty easy though.  > Hall effect switch in distributor  Can you operate a screw driver? Can you follow very simple directions, such as \"line up the wires\"? Then you definitely can handle this. Note: sometimes, you can install it backwards. This will not damage it.  > Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs  Aside from the risk of breaking a plug, again, these are all low risk, easy driveway tasks. Just take basic precautions like photographing things with your phone (just in case) and it's a simple matter of plugging in largely fool-proof parts. Please do not cross thread the spark plugs. Finger thread them, finger tighten them, then use a proper spark plug socket.  > Fuel pump  This one is... well, let's just say that I would not do it at home. Sometimes the fuel pump is not a big deal. Sometimes, it is a really, REALLY big deal involving dropping the gas tank out of the car.  > Front caliper and hoses  This is an iffy one. You can do it yourself, yes. You can buy a brake bleed kit, sure. And you'll likely have problems down the road if not immediately if you haven't done it before. I'm not disparaging your mechanical inclination; I'm saying 'brakes are *kind of important* to not dying in your car. And even professional, ASE certified mechanics don't infrequently get surprise leaks and failures after doing this.'  > All vacuum hoses under hood  This is because of the rot. They're presumed bad. Some may be fine, but you should assume they're bad. Can you do it? Sure, if you can read Volvo vacuum diagrams. Is it a huge pain in the ass? **Oh god yes.** This one is entirely dependent on your tolerance for pain and how up to date your tetanus boosters are. You WILL bleed. Period.  > Inner tie rods left and right  This has to be done by a shop. Do not do this at home, if you do this at home you will probably die. I am not exaggerating. I am not using hyperbole. You are talking about a repair which requires you to do two things. One, have the front axle well off the ground. Two, make your alignment not even remotely right. Oh, and if you survive that but do something as small as overtorquing it or twisting it a bit too much, your steering will fail on the road and you will almost certainly die.","human_ref_B":"Is it worth getting it back on the road? I'd say no, if you're having a shop do the work. If you can do it yourself, it's absolutely worth it. Those cars are dead simple to work on if you've wrenched before and have a place to do the work. Nothing you mentioned couldn't be done in a driveway in a week or so.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10146.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"53klt8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I may be in over my head. . . Is it worth it? First a little little back story, I recently purchased a 1983 Volvo 242 DL. This particular car had run out of gas just in front of the previous owners house and was wheeled into a parking spot and left there. For four years. I found it on craigslist for $250, only an hour and a half from where I live. I figured, hey, for that price why not try to get into it. So I rented a trailer, borrowed a van from work and went to pick up the thing.  Needless to say, it was a real PITA to get home, but we got it there. We gave it a good once over to visually check for any obvious signs of damage\/wear. Nothing aside from the usual rust and some small dings on the outside. The hood was separating, and completely rusted out, but I figured once we got a new one it might not be too bad. So we went about trying to get it started. Put fresh gas in, charged up the battery, and hoped for the best. After trying for a few hours, it seemed like it wasn't going to happen with the lack of tools and knowledge we possessed.  Queue trip to an auto repair shop that just so happened to be in the same business complex as where we parked the car. I rolled it in on Friday, hoping to see if they could give me some quick answers to questions I'd had. The tech said he would be there on Saturday, so I am feeling pretty confident that by the end of the weekend we would know what it would take to get it started (hopefully some easy things I could do by myself in the driveway\/parking lot). Monday rolls around and I head over to see if there has been any progress on what the issues are. I ask for the list and they hand over a laundry list of things that would need to be done just to get the car moving. This includes:  * Ignition control module  * Hall effect switch in distributor * Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs * Fuel pump * Front caliper and hoses * All vacuum hoses under hood * Inner tie rods left and right  When I asked the manager, she said the best course of action is to junk it, as the parts alone are not cheap. I told her that I'd be trying to do as much of the work myself to lower costs, but she still sounded like it wasn't worth it.  What I am asking you guys is if you think getting this guy back on the road is worth my time, or if I should just get rid of it now and try to find something else.","c_root_id_A":"d7twuc4","c_root_id_B":"d7u5vxf","created_at_utc_A":1474330877,"created_at_utc_B":1474343701,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"No input but upvoted for visibility. Quick question though. Will thia be your only mode of transport?","human_ref_B":"So, I'm not gonna talk about worth it or not. What I'm going to talk about instead, is what you can do and what you absolutely must not do yourself. Simple, no? The decision of whether or not a 242DL is worth getting back to running is like any vehicle, highly subjective.  > Ignition control module  Disconnect old one, connect new one. How hard this is, I don't know as I'm unfamiliar with the location. It's USUALLY pretty easy though.  > Hall effect switch in distributor  Can you operate a screw driver? Can you follow very simple directions, such as \"line up the wires\"? Then you definitely can handle this. Note: sometimes, you can install it backwards. This will not damage it.  > Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs  Aside from the risk of breaking a plug, again, these are all low risk, easy driveway tasks. Just take basic precautions like photographing things with your phone (just in case) and it's a simple matter of plugging in largely fool-proof parts. Please do not cross thread the spark plugs. Finger thread them, finger tighten them, then use a proper spark plug socket.  > Fuel pump  This one is... well, let's just say that I would not do it at home. Sometimes the fuel pump is not a big deal. Sometimes, it is a really, REALLY big deal involving dropping the gas tank out of the car.  > Front caliper and hoses  This is an iffy one. You can do it yourself, yes. You can buy a brake bleed kit, sure. And you'll likely have problems down the road if not immediately if you haven't done it before. I'm not disparaging your mechanical inclination; I'm saying 'brakes are *kind of important* to not dying in your car. And even professional, ASE certified mechanics don't infrequently get surprise leaks and failures after doing this.'  > All vacuum hoses under hood  This is because of the rot. They're presumed bad. Some may be fine, but you should assume they're bad. Can you do it? Sure, if you can read Volvo vacuum diagrams. Is it a huge pain in the ass? **Oh god yes.** This one is entirely dependent on your tolerance for pain and how up to date your tetanus boosters are. You WILL bleed. Period.  > Inner tie rods left and right  This has to be done by a shop. Do not do this at home, if you do this at home you will probably die. I am not exaggerating. I am not using hyperbole. You are talking about a repair which requires you to do two things. One, have the front axle well off the ground. Two, make your alignment not even remotely right. Oh, and if you survive that but do something as small as overtorquing it or twisting it a bit too much, your steering will fail on the road and you will almost certainly die.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12824.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"53klt8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I may be in over my head. . . Is it worth it? First a little little back story, I recently purchased a 1983 Volvo 242 DL. This particular car had run out of gas just in front of the previous owners house and was wheeled into a parking spot and left there. For four years. I found it on craigslist for $250, only an hour and a half from where I live. I figured, hey, for that price why not try to get into it. So I rented a trailer, borrowed a van from work and went to pick up the thing.  Needless to say, it was a real PITA to get home, but we got it there. We gave it a good once over to visually check for any obvious signs of damage\/wear. Nothing aside from the usual rust and some small dings on the outside. The hood was separating, and completely rusted out, but I figured once we got a new one it might not be too bad. So we went about trying to get it started. Put fresh gas in, charged up the battery, and hoped for the best. After trying for a few hours, it seemed like it wasn't going to happen with the lack of tools and knowledge we possessed.  Queue trip to an auto repair shop that just so happened to be in the same business complex as where we parked the car. I rolled it in on Friday, hoping to see if they could give me some quick answers to questions I'd had. The tech said he would be there on Saturday, so I am feeling pretty confident that by the end of the weekend we would know what it would take to get it started (hopefully some easy things I could do by myself in the driveway\/parking lot). Monday rolls around and I head over to see if there has been any progress on what the issues are. I ask for the list and they hand over a laundry list of things that would need to be done just to get the car moving. This includes:  * Ignition control module  * Hall effect switch in distributor * Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs * Fuel pump * Front caliper and hoses * All vacuum hoses under hood * Inner tie rods left and right  When I asked the manager, she said the best course of action is to junk it, as the parts alone are not cheap. I told her that I'd be trying to do as much of the work myself to lower costs, but she still sounded like it wasn't worth it.  What I am asking you guys is if you think getting this guy back on the road is worth my time, or if I should just get rid of it now and try to find something else.","c_root_id_A":"d7u5iio","c_root_id_B":"d7u5vxf","created_at_utc_A":1474343091,"created_at_utc_B":1474343701,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I think the question should be, are you excited about driving the car? Do you want to be in it?  If the answer is yes, then fix it. If the answer is no and you were taking a gamble on a cheap ride, then junk it because it will end up costing you way more than you previously thought. The list of things she mention WILL NOT be everything that needs done over the next year.  Big question is if this car is more than just money to you...","human_ref_B":"So, I'm not gonna talk about worth it or not. What I'm going to talk about instead, is what you can do and what you absolutely must not do yourself. Simple, no? The decision of whether or not a 242DL is worth getting back to running is like any vehicle, highly subjective.  > Ignition control module  Disconnect old one, connect new one. How hard this is, I don't know as I'm unfamiliar with the location. It's USUALLY pretty easy though.  > Hall effect switch in distributor  Can you operate a screw driver? Can you follow very simple directions, such as \"line up the wires\"? Then you definitely can handle this. Note: sometimes, you can install it backwards. This will not damage it.  > Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs  Aside from the risk of breaking a plug, again, these are all low risk, easy driveway tasks. Just take basic precautions like photographing things with your phone (just in case) and it's a simple matter of plugging in largely fool-proof parts. Please do not cross thread the spark plugs. Finger thread them, finger tighten them, then use a proper spark plug socket.  > Fuel pump  This one is... well, let's just say that I would not do it at home. Sometimes the fuel pump is not a big deal. Sometimes, it is a really, REALLY big deal involving dropping the gas tank out of the car.  > Front caliper and hoses  This is an iffy one. You can do it yourself, yes. You can buy a brake bleed kit, sure. And you'll likely have problems down the road if not immediately if you haven't done it before. I'm not disparaging your mechanical inclination; I'm saying 'brakes are *kind of important* to not dying in your car. And even professional, ASE certified mechanics don't infrequently get surprise leaks and failures after doing this.'  > All vacuum hoses under hood  This is because of the rot. They're presumed bad. Some may be fine, but you should assume they're bad. Can you do it? Sure, if you can read Volvo vacuum diagrams. Is it a huge pain in the ass? **Oh god yes.** This one is entirely dependent on your tolerance for pain and how up to date your tetanus boosters are. You WILL bleed. Period.  > Inner tie rods left and right  This has to be done by a shop. Do not do this at home, if you do this at home you will probably die. I am not exaggerating. I am not using hyperbole. You are talking about a repair which requires you to do two things. One, have the front axle well off the ground. Two, make your alignment not even remotely right. Oh, and if you survive that but do something as small as overtorquing it or twisting it a bit too much, your steering will fail on the road and you will almost certainly die.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":610.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"53klt8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I may be in over my head. . . Is it worth it? First a little little back story, I recently purchased a 1983 Volvo 242 DL. This particular car had run out of gas just in front of the previous owners house and was wheeled into a parking spot and left there. For four years. I found it on craigslist for $250, only an hour and a half from where I live. I figured, hey, for that price why not try to get into it. So I rented a trailer, borrowed a van from work and went to pick up the thing.  Needless to say, it was a real PITA to get home, but we got it there. We gave it a good once over to visually check for any obvious signs of damage\/wear. Nothing aside from the usual rust and some small dings on the outside. The hood was separating, and completely rusted out, but I figured once we got a new one it might not be too bad. So we went about trying to get it started. Put fresh gas in, charged up the battery, and hoped for the best. After trying for a few hours, it seemed like it wasn't going to happen with the lack of tools and knowledge we possessed.  Queue trip to an auto repair shop that just so happened to be in the same business complex as where we parked the car. I rolled it in on Friday, hoping to see if they could give me some quick answers to questions I'd had. The tech said he would be there on Saturday, so I am feeling pretty confident that by the end of the weekend we would know what it would take to get it started (hopefully some easy things I could do by myself in the driveway\/parking lot). Monday rolls around and I head over to see if there has been any progress on what the issues are. I ask for the list and they hand over a laundry list of things that would need to be done just to get the car moving. This includes:  * Ignition control module  * Hall effect switch in distributor * Distributor cap, rotors, wires, and plugs * Fuel pump * Front caliper and hoses * All vacuum hoses under hood * Inner tie rods left and right  When I asked the manager, she said the best course of action is to junk it, as the parts alone are not cheap. I told her that I'd be trying to do as much of the work myself to lower costs, but she still sounded like it wasn't worth it.  What I am asking you guys is if you think getting this guy back on the road is worth my time, or if I should just get rid of it now and try to find something else.","c_root_id_A":"d7tyqlt","c_root_id_B":"d7twuc4","created_at_utc_A":1474333555,"created_at_utc_B":1474330877,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Is it worth getting it back on the road? I'd say no, if you're having a shop do the work. If you can do it yourself, it's absolutely worth it. Those cars are dead simple to work on if you've wrenched before and have a place to do the work. Nothing you mentioned couldn't be done in a driveway in a week or so.","human_ref_B":"No input but upvoted for visibility. Quick question though. Will thia be your only mode of transport?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2678.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4vaw0h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How do I buy rims? I need a set of rims. The previous owner of my car had chrome wheels and they're starting to corrode so air is being let out of the tires. The shop I went to said they could clean the corrosion off and spray something on it to prevent air leaking, but the labour would be more than what the wheels are worth.  Anyways: Mercedes CLK320 Coupe. Front Tires:225\/40R18 Rear Tires:255\/35R18  I just want to buy rims that will fit the tires I have now. Can I just buy a set of 18inch rims? The rims that I have now are different sizes from front to rear. How do I know if rims will fit the tires\/car?","c_root_id_A":"d5x61d7","c_root_id_B":"d5wxugw","created_at_utc_A":1469888100,"created_at_utc_B":1469862001,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"www.tirerack.com  They have a ton of wheels and really good software.  You can see what they'll look like before you put them on even.","human_ref_B":"You need the same diameter. Because your overall wheel (tire+rim) should keep the diameter, when that change your speedo isn't correct anymore.    You need the right amount of bolt holes. (Some cars have 4 others 5)      Last but not least, the rim offset should be the same, to avoid any problems with the fender or the brakes.       Side note: You can adjust the speedo, and you can use spacers or change the fender so everything works. But it is extra costs.   Most rim manufacturer state on which cars thier rims fit without any problem.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26099.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4vaw0h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How do I buy rims? I need a set of rims. The previous owner of my car had chrome wheels and they're starting to corrode so air is being let out of the tires. The shop I went to said they could clean the corrosion off and spray something on it to prevent air leaking, but the labour would be more than what the wheels are worth.  Anyways: Mercedes CLK320 Coupe. Front Tires:225\/40R18 Rear Tires:255\/35R18  I just want to buy rims that will fit the tires I have now. Can I just buy a set of 18inch rims? The rims that I have now are different sizes from front to rear. How do I know if rims will fit the tires\/car?","c_root_id_A":"d5x61d7","c_root_id_B":"d5x0p8r","created_at_utc_A":1469888100,"created_at_utc_B":1469872001,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"www.tirerack.com  They have a ton of wheels and really good software.  You can see what they'll look like before you put them on even.","human_ref_B":"You *don't* need the same diameter wheel. You *do* need a tire that is as close to the original overall diameter as you can get. For example your current overall diameters are 25.09\" and 25.02\". So for example a 225\/45\/17 Front and a ~~225~~245\/40\/17 Rear would be nearly identical overall diameter in a smaller wheel. Depending on style and cost it's something to consider. You can find similar overall diameter tires for even smaller rims but I wouldn't recommend it as you might have to worry about clearing your brakes. You could also go even bigger but that usually has an adverse effect on ride quality.  The speedometer *will* be effected if the *overall* diameter is changed. The greater change in O.D. the greater effect on the speedo. However minimal changes are hardly noticeable, up to an inch I wouldn't really worry about it.  Next, the \"Right *amount* of bolt holes\", Is referring to PCD. Basically your cars bolt pattern is 5x112mm. So you need wheels that are also 5x112mm. Also your center bore (hub size) is 66.5mm. You can use a wheel with a larger center bore and hubcentric adapters, but you can't adapt to a smaller center bore, so bare that in mind.  Next, you need to consider offset or backspacing, depending on where you are in the world the terms vary. The stock rim is 18x7.5 ET37. Thats a +37mm offset so if you're shopping wheels and looking at offset it should be as close to +37 as you can get if you want it to stay close to stock.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16099.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4vaw0h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How do I buy rims? I need a set of rims. The previous owner of my car had chrome wheels and they're starting to corrode so air is being let out of the tires. The shop I went to said they could clean the corrosion off and spray something on it to prevent air leaking, but the labour would be more than what the wheels are worth.  Anyways: Mercedes CLK320 Coupe. Front Tires:225\/40R18 Rear Tires:255\/35R18  I just want to buy rims that will fit the tires I have now. Can I just buy a set of 18inch rims? The rims that I have now are different sizes from front to rear. How do I know if rims will fit the tires\/car?","c_root_id_A":"d5x61d7","c_root_id_B":"d5x2u00","created_at_utc_A":1469888100,"created_at_utc_B":1469879870,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"www.tirerack.com  They have a ton of wheels and really good software.  You can see what they'll look like before you put them on even.","human_ref_B":"So everyone's got good answers here, let me go into depth. Do some research. You need numbers, rims are about numbers. The diameter matters a lot if you want to use the same tires, make sure the width is close, usually aftermarket wheels are half an inch wider. The next important matter is bolt pattern. Not just how many lug bolts you have (lug nuts for you non-Mercedes owners), but the spacing of them. Usually a number like 5x1.25, 4x100, etc. Your new rims will not even bolt up if you don't get that right. Offset is also pretty important, because getting that wrong means they still won't bolt up because they hit the strut, or if they do they rub on everything when you turn. It can be fudged a bit, but if you're not looking for dished wheels or hellaflush then you'll want to keep it close to stock.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8230.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"4vaw0h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How do I buy rims? I need a set of rims. The previous owner of my car had chrome wheels and they're starting to corrode so air is being let out of the tires. The shop I went to said they could clean the corrosion off and spray something on it to prevent air leaking, but the labour would be more than what the wheels are worth.  Anyways: Mercedes CLK320 Coupe. Front Tires:225\/40R18 Rear Tires:255\/35R18  I just want to buy rims that will fit the tires I have now. Can I just buy a set of 18inch rims? The rims that I have now are different sizes from front to rear. How do I know if rims will fit the tires\/car?","c_root_id_A":"d5wxugw","c_root_id_B":"d5x0p8r","created_at_utc_A":1469862001,"created_at_utc_B":1469872001,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You need the same diameter. Because your overall wheel (tire+rim) should keep the diameter, when that change your speedo isn't correct anymore.    You need the right amount of bolt holes. (Some cars have 4 others 5)      Last but not least, the rim offset should be the same, to avoid any problems with the fender or the brakes.       Side note: You can adjust the speedo, and you can use spacers or change the fender so everything works. But it is extra costs.   Most rim manufacturer state on which cars thier rims fit without any problem.","human_ref_B":"You *don't* need the same diameter wheel. You *do* need a tire that is as close to the original overall diameter as you can get. For example your current overall diameters are 25.09\" and 25.02\". So for example a 225\/45\/17 Front and a ~~225~~245\/40\/17 Rear would be nearly identical overall diameter in a smaller wheel. Depending on style and cost it's something to consider. You can find similar overall diameter tires for even smaller rims but I wouldn't recommend it as you might have to worry about clearing your brakes. You could also go even bigger but that usually has an adverse effect on ride quality.  The speedometer *will* be effected if the *overall* diameter is changed. The greater change in O.D. the greater effect on the speedo. However minimal changes are hardly noticeable, up to an inch I wouldn't really worry about it.  Next, the \"Right *amount* of bolt holes\", Is referring to PCD. Basically your cars bolt pattern is 5x112mm. So you need wheels that are also 5x112mm. Also your center bore (hub size) is 66.5mm. You can use a wheel with a larger center bore and hubcentric adapters, but you can't adapt to a smaller center bore, so bare that in mind.  Next, you need to consider offset or backspacing, depending on where you are in the world the terms vary. The stock rim is 18x7.5 ET37. Thats a +37mm offset so if you're shopping wheels and looking at offset it should be as close to +37 as you can get if you want it to stay close to stock.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10000.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz6i3r7","c_root_id_B":"iz6gr9p","created_at_utc_A":1670360195,"created_at_utc_B":1670359689,"score_A":17,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Custom air freshener of you making a silly face","human_ref_B":"My wife made me a key holder which I treasure.   Normally I would not allow handmade trinkets near my car, but key holders are fair game for something arty or quirky.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":506.0,"score_ratio":2.125}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz71aem","c_root_id_B":"iz6gr9p","created_at_utc_A":1670367971,"created_at_utc_B":1670359689,"score_A":16,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"My gf got me a Polaroid booty pic that I keep in my sun visor for a rainy day","human_ref_B":"My wife made me a key holder which I treasure.   Normally I would not allow handmade trinkets near my car, but key holders are fair game for something arty or quirky.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8282.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz701dx","c_root_id_B":"iz71aem","created_at_utc_A":1670367433,"created_at_utc_B":1670367971,"score_A":8,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"by \"into arts\" do you mean you are an artist yourself?  If so, a custom piece of artwork of his car that you made yourself would be SO AWESOME.    A painting of his car to hang on the garage wall, a clock made out of a hubcap from the same model vehicle, a small model of his car to put on his desk at work, something based on your own passion\/ability.  Use your talents and imagination to make something personal and meaningful.","human_ref_B":"My gf got me a Polaroid booty pic that I keep in my sun visor for a rainy day","labels":0,"seconds_difference":538.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz6ozph","c_root_id_B":"iz71aem","created_at_utc_A":1670362876,"created_at_utc_B":1670367971,"score_A":5,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"My husband always buys me oil and\/or oil filters for my vehicles.","human_ref_B":"My gf got me a Polaroid booty pic that I keep in my sun visor for a rainy day","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5095.0,"score_ratio":3.2}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz71aem","c_root_id_B":"iz6ql9h","created_at_utc_A":1670367971,"created_at_utc_B":1670363512,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My gf got me a Polaroid booty pic that I keep in my sun visor for a rainy day","human_ref_B":"I got a reddit secret santa gift of a used, aged fender emblem from a vintage variant of my car (Fairlaidy Z) attached to a wood back frame, and as a car guy it's literally the coolest car-guy gift i've ever received.      Let us know what car he drives\/loves and we might be able to help come up with something cool.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4459.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz71aem","c_root_id_B":"iz6o8x7","created_at_utc_A":1670367971,"created_at_utc_B":1670362583,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My gf got me a Polaroid booty pic that I keep in my sun visor for a rainy day","human_ref_B":"I have a plush animal that guards the ignition and reminds me to chill and drive safely, that could be a cool gift.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5388.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz71539","c_root_id_B":"iz71aem","created_at_utc_A":1670367907,"created_at_utc_B":1670367971,"score_A":2,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"What kind of car does he have?","human_ref_B":"My gf got me a Polaroid booty pic that I keep in my sun visor for a rainy day","labels":0,"seconds_difference":64.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz701dx","c_root_id_B":"iz6ozph","created_at_utc_A":1670367433,"created_at_utc_B":1670362876,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"by \"into arts\" do you mean you are an artist yourself?  If so, a custom piece of artwork of his car that you made yourself would be SO AWESOME.    A painting of his car to hang on the garage wall, a clock made out of a hubcap from the same model vehicle, a small model of his car to put on his desk at work, something based on your own passion\/ability.  Use your talents and imagination to make something personal and meaningful.","human_ref_B":"My husband always buys me oil and\/or oil filters for my vehicles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4557.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz6ql9h","c_root_id_B":"iz701dx","created_at_utc_A":1670363512,"created_at_utc_B":1670367433,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I got a reddit secret santa gift of a used, aged fender emblem from a vintage variant of my car (Fairlaidy Z) attached to a wood back frame, and as a car guy it's literally the coolest car-guy gift i've ever received.      Let us know what car he drives\/loves and we might be able to help come up with something cool.","human_ref_B":"by \"into arts\" do you mean you are an artist yourself?  If so, a custom piece of artwork of his car that you made yourself would be SO AWESOME.    A painting of his car to hang on the garage wall, a clock made out of a hubcap from the same model vehicle, a small model of his car to put on his desk at work, something based on your own passion\/ability.  Use your talents and imagination to make something personal and meaningful.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3921.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz6o8x7","c_root_id_B":"iz701dx","created_at_utc_A":1670362583,"created_at_utc_B":1670367433,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I have a plush animal that guards the ignition and reminds me to chill and drive safely, that could be a cool gift.","human_ref_B":"by \"into arts\" do you mean you are an artist yourself?  If so, a custom piece of artwork of his car that you made yourself would be SO AWESOME.    A painting of his car to hang on the garage wall, a clock made out of a hubcap from the same model vehicle, a small model of his car to put on his desk at work, something based on your own passion\/ability.  Use your talents and imagination to make something personal and meaningful.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4850.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz6o8x7","c_root_id_B":"iz6ozph","created_at_utc_A":1670362583,"created_at_utc_B":1670362876,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I have a plush animal that guards the ignition and reminds me to chill and drive safely, that could be a cool gift.","human_ref_B":"My husband always buys me oil and\/or oil filters for my vehicles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":293.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zegooh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Gift for a car guy? I'm a woman into arts and I know nothing about cars but my man loves them. Driving and working on them is his passion. He wants to have something in his car that will remind him of me and not block his vision. What can i get him? My budget is 0$-50$","c_root_id_A":"iz71539","c_root_id_B":"iz75llv","created_at_utc_A":1670367907,"created_at_utc_B":1670369834,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"What kind of car does he have?","human_ref_B":"Post the year, make, model, color, and trim (if known) of his car and we can help!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1927.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qt6wu7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What does the S on the hood stand for? It's a Skyline R34 GTT if that helps. https:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/2aVYUOH here's the image","c_root_id_A":"hkj40y9","c_root_id_B":"hki4d9r","created_at_utc_A":1636853928,"created_at_utc_B":1636838439,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"skyline.","human_ref_B":"Either \u2018Skyline\u2019 or \u2018Sukairain\u2019 which is the anglicised japanese word for it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15489.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"qt6wu7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What does the S on the hood stand for? It's a Skyline R34 GTT if that helps. https:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/2aVYUOH here's the image","c_root_id_A":"hkj40y9","c_root_id_B":"hkiv0qy","created_at_utc_A":1636853928,"created_at_utc_B":1636849839,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"skyline.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s the S from a Silva S15 if I remember correctly","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4089.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hisa22q","c_root_id_B":"his8scb","created_at_utc_A":1635700840,"created_at_utc_B":1635700311,"score_A":15,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"> Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?  That is true. Sorta.  Let's say the \"big failure rate\" of a a given vehicle is is particularly high. Maybe 25%. If you own one, you've got a 3-in-4 chance of having a perfectly happy experience for that first 100k miles or whatever. And one dude that says \"my car's been fine! the problems are all overblown\" is what we call \"anecdotal evidence\".   Your notion of outliers was correct. And unless you talk to enough owners, you won't really know the full story.  That's why I loved TrueDelta. Crowd-sourced vehicle reliability, sampling not just people with failures, but people with zero issues at all. It was an invaluable tool for like 10 years. A shame they've gone paywall for their data. I think a lot of people gave up on them after that. I know I did.","human_ref_B":"Keeping up with maintenance is very important, but it helps nothing if you use poor quality parts and oils. A shitty part will fail faster than a good one, obviously. It is the same with with cars. A Toyota engine is going to last longer than a BMW engine. This is because Toyota does far more reliability testing and focus their engineering efforts on reliability, while BMW, well doesn't. They use top quality components and prioritize quality over price.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":529.0,"score_ratio":1.0714285714}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hisbtcs","c_root_id_B":"hiskj7y","created_at_utc_A":1635701564,"created_at_utc_B":1635705258,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"The difference between the top performing model and the next best is about 10 or 15%. So Toyotas, for example,  may have a 3% failure rate and the Buicks may have a 13% failure rate.","human_ref_B":"yes and a no, it will for the mechanical parts but wont for the fittings like interior or switches  example is BMW mini. EVERYTHING falls apart on them.   BMW = break my wallet. the reason is because of the absurdly high failure rate of the components due to bmw cheaping out on mechanical parts and the correct parts costing as much as the car. because a cheap german car is never cheap.  there is a reason i drive fords... despite what others will say: havent had to worry about anything but maintenance. and ive had multiple fords.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3694.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hismf2p","c_root_id_B":"hisbtcs","created_at_utc_A":1635706050,"created_at_utc_B":1635701564,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Preventative maintenance is absolutely worth it especially if you can do it yourself - regular oil & filters will help prevent a lot of wear that will accelerate bigger problems.  Likewise keeping stuff clean, lubricated, rust-free, and replacing parts when they show signs of problems rather than when something fails catastrophically and does a load more damage because of it.  Some modern cars will live for 100k+ with total abuse and zero maintenance but that doesn't really mean much - some people eat junk, drink, and smoke and live to ripe old age but you know that's not a great way to live your life.","human_ref_B":"The difference between the top performing model and the next best is about 10 or 15%. So Toyotas, for example,  may have a 3% failure rate and the Buicks may have a 13% failure rate.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4486.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hitzycl","c_root_id_B":"hisu2et","created_at_utc_A":1635729070,"created_at_utc_B":1635709208,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Our last - and it will be our last - Mercedes was a sad vehicle indeed.  Nothing broke that was a part of regular maintenance; it was a long list of things that simply should not break: window control switches, window actuators (all four of them at various times), CD player, \"Christmas Tree\" dashboard lights, the windshield washer fluid reservoir, the AC compressor, and on and on.","human_ref_B":"So it's part of a two fold approach. On the one hand you want to research any issues that your particular car might have, common failures are usually documented by TSBs or can be found on Consumer Reports online. On the other hand you should follow the maintenance schedule because you'll get more life out of your car and it will let you catch small problems before they become big. A failing ball joint is a lot cheaper to replace then all of the other steering components and body work that will get damaged when it fails. (it could also cause a terrible accident on the highway).   If you are aware of potential issues with the vehicle and you stay on top of maintenance you can catch stuff early and deal with it before it does a ton of damage.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19862.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hisbtcs","c_root_id_B":"hisu2et","created_at_utc_A":1635701564,"created_at_utc_B":1635709208,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The difference between the top performing model and the next best is about 10 or 15%. So Toyotas, for example,  may have a 3% failure rate and the Buicks may have a 13% failure rate.","human_ref_B":"So it's part of a two fold approach. On the one hand you want to research any issues that your particular car might have, common failures are usually documented by TSBs or can be found on Consumer Reports online. On the other hand you should follow the maintenance schedule because you'll get more life out of your car and it will let you catch small problems before they become big. A failing ball joint is a lot cheaper to replace then all of the other steering components and body work that will get damaged when it fails. (it could also cause a terrible accident on the highway).   If you are aware of potential issues with the vehicle and you stay on top of maintenance you can catch stuff early and deal with it before it does a ton of damage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7644.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hitpa0p","c_root_id_B":"hitzycl","created_at_utc_A":1635723552,"created_at_utc_B":1635729070,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Look at it this way.....  If it's a poor design, it's going to fail.  If you maintain it correctly... It'll last longer.  If it's an amazing design and known for being a tank,  and you do zero maintenance... It will fail sooner than it should.","human_ref_B":"Our last - and it will be our last - Mercedes was a sad vehicle indeed.  Nothing broke that was a part of regular maintenance; it was a long list of things that simply should not break: window control switches, window actuators (all four of them at various times), CD player, \"Christmas Tree\" dashboard lights, the windshield washer fluid reservoir, the AC compressor, and on and on.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5518.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hitzycl","c_root_id_B":"hisbtcs","created_at_utc_A":1635729070,"created_at_utc_B":1635701564,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Our last - and it will be our last - Mercedes was a sad vehicle indeed.  Nothing broke that was a part of regular maintenance; it was a long list of things that simply should not break: window control switches, window actuators (all four of them at various times), CD player, \"Christmas Tree\" dashboard lights, the windshield washer fluid reservoir, the AC compressor, and on and on.","human_ref_B":"The difference between the top performing model and the next best is about 10 or 15%. So Toyotas, for example,  may have a 3% failure rate and the Buicks may have a 13% failure rate.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27506.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hitpa0p","c_root_id_B":"hisbtcs","created_at_utc_A":1635723552,"created_at_utc_B":1635701564,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Look at it this way.....  If it's a poor design, it's going to fail.  If you maintain it correctly... It'll last longer.  If it's an amazing design and known for being a tank,  and you do zero maintenance... It will fail sooner than it should.","human_ref_B":"The difference between the top performing model and the next best is about 10 or 15%. So Toyotas, for example,  may have a 3% failure rate and the Buicks may have a 13% failure rate.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21988.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qjtl3b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Does keeping up with scheduled maintenance really predict car reliability? So often people want to hear about the 'common problems' and reliability of certain cars. People want to know if BMWs, Audis, Lexus, VW are reliable. Some people will mention the common issues but on the other hand you'll get a crowd that'll say \"As long as you look after it you won't have many issues, like any car.\"  I mean, maybe for preventable failures like ball joints, oil leaks (to an extent), timing belt snapping, transmissions and clutches slipping. You keep up with general maintenance like that, it can only get you so far. Some certain cars seem bound for failures such as CVT and DSG transmissions, BMW oil leaks and cooling system failures, excessive oil consumption, 90s\/00s Subaru head gaskets, Audi timing chains, all the shit that happens with GM cars and genuine engineering flaws. It seems regular scheduled maintenance won't prevent any of that crap.  I remember hearing some guy with a Holden\/Chevrolet Captiva (known for countless issues) saying \"I bought one and looked after it by keeping on top of maintenance and hadn't had problems.\" Surely that's just an outlier or BS? Regardless of how well you look after a car, some cars seem poorly engineered and will give you grief. Is this true?","c_root_id_A":"hivtzt8","c_root_id_B":"hisbtcs","created_at_utc_A":1635774905,"created_at_utc_B":1635701564,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"How you drive makes a difference. Hot or cold or damp climate makes a difference. Being kept in a garage makes a difference. The condition of the road makes a difference. Maintenance makes a difference. Keeping up on repairs makes a difference. The mechanic that works on it makes a difference.","human_ref_B":"The difference between the top performing model and the next best is about 10 or 15%. So Toyotas, for example,  may have a 3% failure rate and the Buicks may have a 13% failure rate.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":73341.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"otmf36","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Saw this today and I just need to know... what's sticking out of the back of this vehicle? http:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/HH5HaZH","c_root_id_A":"h6wizuj","c_root_id_B":"h6wh7fp","created_at_utc_A":1627521799,"created_at_utc_B":1627520920,"score_A":23,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It has a manufacturer license plate, so this vehicle is likely being used for some kind of emissions testing by Alfa Romeo. That tube is probably some emissions testing device that needs to be in the muffler.","human_ref_B":"To me, it almost looks like a step or a tie-down anchor. Was there also one on the other side?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":879.0,"score_ratio":4.6}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3jh6sd","c_root_id_B":"h3jia2e","created_at_utc_A":1625043401,"created_at_utc_B":1625044439,"score_A":11,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Civic Type R. Hideous. It's not even good JDM.","human_ref_B":"New BMW 3 series (G80) with the huge grill. Good car in an over-styled body.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1038.0,"score_ratio":1.0909090909}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3k204q","c_root_id_B":"h3kci6i","created_at_utc_A":1625058892,"created_at_utc_B":1625063926,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.  I find the Lexus LX SUVs to be quite ugly but I'm sure the underpinnings are top notch.","human_ref_B":"The first of the bubble body Crown Vics. Whaletails as I believe they're called. Not really all that attractive, but pretty reliable, enough power to smoke tires, and decent fuel econ (for what it is). Very tough and high safety rating. Huge interior and trunk. Body on frame. V8 engine. Very comfy ride. Handling is okay for a boat. But just not attractive.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5034.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3jyuha","c_root_id_B":"h3k204q","created_at_utc_A":1625057140,"created_at_utc_B":1625058892,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Debatably, 90s F bodies. They're great cars, but the looks are an acquired taste","human_ref_B":"Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.  I find the Lexus LX SUVs to be quite ugly but I'm sure the underpinnings are top notch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1752.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3k204q","c_root_id_B":"h3jy7o2","created_at_utc_A":1625058892,"created_at_utc_B":1625056765,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.  I find the Lexus LX SUVs to be quite ugly but I'm sure the underpinnings are top notch.","human_ref_B":"Lexus RX. Hate how it looks but it\u2019s hell of a car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2127.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3kci6i","c_root_id_B":"h3k9a52","created_at_utc_A":1625063926,"created_at_utc_B":1625062475,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The first of the bubble body Crown Vics. Whaletails as I believe they're called. Not really all that attractive, but pretty reliable, enough power to smoke tires, and decent fuel econ (for what it is). Very tough and high safety rating. Huge interior and trunk. Body on frame. V8 engine. Very comfy ride. Handling is okay for a boat. But just not attractive.","human_ref_B":"3 cylinder Geo Metro","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1451.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3k9a52","c_root_id_B":"h3jyuha","created_at_utc_A":1625062475,"created_at_utc_B":1625057140,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"3 cylinder Geo Metro","human_ref_B":"Debatably, 90s F bodies. They're great cars, but the looks are an acquired taste","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5335.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3jy7o2","c_root_id_B":"h3k9a52","created_at_utc_A":1625056765,"created_at_utc_B":1625062475,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Lexus RX. Hate how it looks but it\u2019s hell of a car.","human_ref_B":"3 cylinder Geo Metro","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5710.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3kci6i","c_root_id_B":"h3jyuha","created_at_utc_A":1625063926,"created_at_utc_B":1625057140,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The first of the bubble body Crown Vics. Whaletails as I believe they're called. Not really all that attractive, but pretty reliable, enough power to smoke tires, and decent fuel econ (for what it is). Very tough and high safety rating. Huge interior and trunk. Body on frame. V8 engine. Very comfy ride. Handling is okay for a boat. But just not attractive.","human_ref_B":"Debatably, 90s F bodies. They're great cars, but the looks are an acquired taste","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6786.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3kci6i","c_root_id_B":"h3jy7o2","created_at_utc_A":1625063926,"created_at_utc_B":1625056765,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The first of the bubble body Crown Vics. Whaletails as I believe they're called. Not really all that attractive, but pretty reliable, enough power to smoke tires, and decent fuel econ (for what it is). Very tough and high safety rating. Huge interior and trunk. Body on frame. V8 engine. Very comfy ride. Handling is okay for a boat. But just not attractive.","human_ref_B":"Lexus RX. Hate how it looks but it\u2019s hell of a car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7161.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"oar244","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Can you think of a great car in an ugly shell? Are there any cars that are great in every measurable aspect but are just ugly?   Would you buy one anyways?","c_root_id_A":"h3jyuha","c_root_id_B":"h3jy7o2","created_at_utc_A":1625057140,"created_at_utc_B":1625056765,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Debatably, 90s F bodies. They're great cars, but the looks are an acquired taste","human_ref_B":"Lexus RX. Hate how it looks but it\u2019s hell of a car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":375.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n9auhl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Reliable but enjoyable? ok to start off im 20(m) and already been through 4 cars 2 of which I've paid for. -2006 mini cooper- 2006 Subaru legacy-2008 kia rondo- 2000 Toyota Camry . But i recently just lost my most recent car (Camry) basically the brakes just deceased and  i tumbled on the wet roads into the person in front of me. So here's the deal i roughly have a budget of 6k been debating a lot of different cars and i need to decide sooner then later so i can keep my job (construction). I really wanted another manual but not required. Been looking into the ls 400, police auction crown vics, Toyota tundra and tacoma this is just a short few but those seem enjoyable and definitely reliable for my budget, ill take any ideas thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gxo5xdo","c_root_id_B":"gxobb2z","created_at_utc_A":1620690831,"created_at_utc_B":1620693569,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"'99\/'00 Civic Si or Integra GSR.  Really great shifter, that VTEC pop and they handle pretty decent right out of the box, plus you have every mod in the world available from rice to full blown race car.","human_ref_B":"04-06 tsx\/civic si\/rsx? They\u2019re kind of small especially the rsx but if you\u2019re already looking at miatas...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2738.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n7xf6f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Buying a car. What is this under the hood.?  I'm looking to buy a Honda CR-V. I'm trying to figure out what this discoloration under the hood is.  I have a side by side with one without the discoloration and one with. Just hoping someone can tell me if this is an issue or just cosmetic.  https:\/\/imgur.com\/Hea7RyT","c_root_id_A":"gxf8dbo","c_root_id_B":"gxfaq3k","created_at_utc_A":1620505036,"created_at_utc_B":1620506222,"score_A":5,"score_B":33,"human_ref_A":"Did you try wiping it off?","human_ref_B":"That's mold. You can replace the insulation, but if the car had been kept in a place humid and hot enough for this much mold to grow, or it's been flooded, then it is pretty much guaranteed to also have one or more of the following:  * more mold inside, possibly even under the carpet and inside the seats (i.e. would have to be completely stripped and cleaned) * rust, both outside and inside (especially on the floor under the carpet) * moisture inside electronic components and\/or cables, causing electrical problems that can be pretty weird and a paint to diagnose, let alone repair","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1186.0,"score_ratio":6.6}
{"post_id":"n7xf6f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Buying a car. What is this under the hood.?  I'm looking to buy a Honda CR-V. I'm trying to figure out what this discoloration under the hood is.  I have a side by side with one without the discoloration and one with. Just hoping someone can tell me if this is an issue or just cosmetic.  https:\/\/imgur.com\/Hea7RyT","c_root_id_A":"gxfuljh","c_root_id_B":"gxf8dbo","created_at_utc_A":1620516485,"created_at_utc_B":1620505036,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"That would be mold. Its pretty rare to end up there so definitely make sure everything checks out 100% on it.","human_ref_B":"Did you try wiping it off?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11449.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"n7xf6f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Buying a car. What is this under the hood.?  I'm looking to buy a Honda CR-V. I'm trying to figure out what this discoloration under the hood is.  I have a side by side with one without the discoloration and one with. Just hoping someone can tell me if this is an issue or just cosmetic.  https:\/\/imgur.com\/Hea7RyT","c_root_id_A":"gxfazg3","c_root_id_B":"gxfuljh","created_at_utc_A":1620506355,"created_at_utc_B":1620516485,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The cloth like material is used as a heat shield and fire blanket.  While the engine and engine bay look clean and in good condition I\u2019d be suspicious about the vehicle as it may have had an overheating problem. Just a guess but proceed with caution.","human_ref_B":"That would be mold. Its pretty rare to end up there so definitely make sure everything checks out 100% on it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10130.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n55dxj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Manual mode auto first gear? i recently drove a car with manual mode, and when i shifted from second to first, the car felt like i slammed on my brakes. online i saw someone say not to shift into first and keep it in second, but is this safe? or am i supposed to shift into first and something was just wrong with the car?","c_root_id_A":"gwzj1kl","c_root_id_B":"gwzdl0c","created_at_utc_A":1620185840,"created_at_utc_B":1620182908,"score_A":18,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Smart side: Shift into first unless at crawling speeds will always be a bad thing.   Serious: pending on what vehicle you are driving you shouldn't have to worry about downshifting when coming to a stop.  The vehicle will downshift and will start at 1st when you start accelerating from a stop.  Same for when you need to upshift the vehicle will always shift gears if it senses it's gonna hit the rev limit.    I've driven several automatics with a manual mode and all had downshifted when I was slowing to a stop.","human_ref_B":"Modern cars with manual mode won\u2019t allow a shift if it will damage the engine.   It can be unsafe to drive due to the rapid deceleration that you experienced.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2932.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"n55dxj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Manual mode auto first gear? i recently drove a car with manual mode, and when i shifted from second to first, the car felt like i slammed on my brakes. online i saw someone say not to shift into first and keep it in second, but is this safe? or am i supposed to shift into first and something was just wrong with the car?","c_root_id_A":"gwzjhje","c_root_id_B":"gwzjfms","created_at_utc_A":1620186093,"created_at_utc_B":1620186062,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"That\u2019s probably from the engine braking due to the jump in revs from shifting from 2nd to 1st too early.   Always better to shift down to 1st from 2nd when you\u2019re definitely going to stop. Otherwise, driving it in 2nd is fine.","human_ref_B":"This is normal and expected.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":31.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n55dxj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Manual mode auto first gear? i recently drove a car with manual mode, and when i shifted from second to first, the car felt like i slammed on my brakes. online i saw someone say not to shift into first and keep it in second, but is this safe? or am i supposed to shift into first and something was just wrong with the car?","c_root_id_A":"gwzjfms","c_root_id_B":"gwzpswy","created_at_utc_A":1620186062,"created_at_utc_B":1620189910,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"This is normal and expected.","human_ref_B":"This is engine braking, it is normal and you can use it to slow down towards stop lights, preserving your brake system a little.  Just keep in mind the brake lights won't go on so don't do it if you're being followed closely. Also don't do it too drastically as your rpm will go up too much which could be bad for your drivetrain.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3848.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"n55dxj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Manual mode auto first gear? i recently drove a car with manual mode, and when i shifted from second to first, the car felt like i slammed on my brakes. online i saw someone say not to shift into first and keep it in second, but is this safe? or am i supposed to shift into first and something was just wrong with the car?","c_root_id_A":"gwzk210","c_root_id_B":"gwzpswy","created_at_utc_A":1620186418,"created_at_utc_B":1620189910,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s probably not going to cause damage unless you do it all the time. You do really need to be careful if you do this if the road is wet or icy. You will lock the wheels up and ABS can\u2019t save you from it.","human_ref_B":"This is engine braking, it is normal and you can use it to slow down towards stop lights, preserving your brake system a little.  Just keep in mind the brake lights won't go on so don't do it if you're being followed closely. Also don't do it too drastically as your rpm will go up too much which could be bad for your drivetrain.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3492.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"n4ndnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Precautions for towing a UHaul Trailer Cross-Country w\/ 2021 Hyundai Tucson? Hey y\u2019all, I\u2019m about to make a move cross country (2400 miles) while towing a trailer on the back of my CUV. The Tucson doesn\u2019t come with any kind of towing package, and is limited to 1500 lbs towing. I\u2019ve never towed a trailer before, and I\u2019m wondering what precautions I should take, if any. Additionally, should I be heading across flat ground or is it worth it to drive the Rockies for the scenery?","c_root_id_A":"gwwhplo","c_root_id_B":"gwwgi2j","created_at_utc_A":1620133651,"created_at_utc_B":1620133021,"score_A":25,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Don't. Just rent a van or boxtruck. That crossover can't tow for shit because all people want is fuel economy, so the engine and transmission are weak and small.","human_ref_B":"no factory tow package? you are realistically limited to 750lbs or under, unless you want to buy yourself a new transmission in the near future. Tow Packages come with a Heavy Duty Trans Cooler to keep trans temps down to prevent burning it out + a heavy duty spring\/rear setup to keep it all level. If you really want to tow more, at least install the HD tranny cooler to prevent burnout. and yes, the Rockies are worth it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":630.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"n4ndnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Precautions for towing a UHaul Trailer Cross-Country w\/ 2021 Hyundai Tucson? Hey y\u2019all, I\u2019m about to make a move cross country (2400 miles) while towing a trailer on the back of my CUV. The Tucson doesn\u2019t come with any kind of towing package, and is limited to 1500 lbs towing. I\u2019ve never towed a trailer before, and I\u2019m wondering what precautions I should take, if any. Additionally, should I be heading across flat ground or is it worth it to drive the Rockies for the scenery?","c_root_id_A":"gwwysmt","c_root_id_B":"gwwqxu0","created_at_utc_A":1620141171,"created_at_utc_B":1620137924,"score_A":11,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I am not nuts. Several times in my life I have been adjudicated as sane, so see?  Consider hiring a moving company to move your stuff in a POD or professional moving outfit.  More money, yes, but you arrive at the destination alive and having sight-seen your way across the USA (is that a song?).  The travel experience alone is worth the moving costs.  Live life. Save money on other stuff, like buying the base model Rolls-Royce.  If you can't do it....  Yeah, rent a U-Haul box truck and tow the Tucson (probably best upon a tag-a-long trailer).  Allow yourself at least 3 days and take a week or two if you have the time.  Leave the Rockies for another time.  Be safe, not sorry.","human_ref_B":"put the heavy stuff in the front of the trailer.  tongue weight is critical.  too light and it will jackknife at speed.  brake in a straight line.  slow down.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3247.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"n4ndnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Precautions for towing a UHaul Trailer Cross-Country w\/ 2021 Hyundai Tucson? Hey y\u2019all, I\u2019m about to make a move cross country (2400 miles) while towing a trailer on the back of my CUV. The Tucson doesn\u2019t come with any kind of towing package, and is limited to 1500 lbs towing. I\u2019ve never towed a trailer before, and I\u2019m wondering what precautions I should take, if any. Additionally, should I be heading across flat ground or is it worth it to drive the Rockies for the scenery?","c_root_id_A":"gwwysmt","c_root_id_B":"gwwgi2j","created_at_utc_A":1620141171,"created_at_utc_B":1620133021,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I am not nuts. Several times in my life I have been adjudicated as sane, so see?  Consider hiring a moving company to move your stuff in a POD or professional moving outfit.  More money, yes, but you arrive at the destination alive and having sight-seen your way across the USA (is that a song?).  The travel experience alone is worth the moving costs.  Live life. Save money on other stuff, like buying the base model Rolls-Royce.  If you can't do it....  Yeah, rent a U-Haul box truck and tow the Tucson (probably best upon a tag-a-long trailer).  Allow yourself at least 3 days and take a week or two if you have the time.  Leave the Rockies for another time.  Be safe, not sorry.","human_ref_B":"no factory tow package? you are realistically limited to 750lbs or under, unless you want to buy yourself a new transmission in the near future. Tow Packages come with a Heavy Duty Trans Cooler to keep trans temps down to prevent burning it out + a heavy duty spring\/rear setup to keep it all level. If you really want to tow more, at least install the HD tranny cooler to prevent burnout. and yes, the Rockies are worth it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8150.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"n4ndnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Precautions for towing a UHaul Trailer Cross-Country w\/ 2021 Hyundai Tucson? Hey y\u2019all, I\u2019m about to make a move cross country (2400 miles) while towing a trailer on the back of my CUV. The Tucson doesn\u2019t come with any kind of towing package, and is limited to 1500 lbs towing. I\u2019ve never towed a trailer before, and I\u2019m wondering what precautions I should take, if any. Additionally, should I be heading across flat ground or is it worth it to drive the Rockies for the scenery?","c_root_id_A":"gwwysmt","c_root_id_B":"gwwn5gh","created_at_utc_A":1620141171,"created_at_utc_B":1620136273,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I am not nuts. Several times in my life I have been adjudicated as sane, so see?  Consider hiring a moving company to move your stuff in a POD or professional moving outfit.  More money, yes, but you arrive at the destination alive and having sight-seen your way across the USA (is that a song?).  The travel experience alone is worth the moving costs.  Live life. Save money on other stuff, like buying the base model Rolls-Royce.  If you can't do it....  Yeah, rent a U-Haul box truck and tow the Tucson (probably best upon a tag-a-long trailer).  Allow yourself at least 3 days and take a week or two if you have the time.  Leave the Rockies for another time.  Be safe, not sorry.","human_ref_B":"U-haul itself is a great source for what you need to move.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4898.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"n4ndnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Precautions for towing a UHaul Trailer Cross-Country w\/ 2021 Hyundai Tucson? Hey y\u2019all, I\u2019m about to make a move cross country (2400 miles) while towing a trailer on the back of my CUV. The Tucson doesn\u2019t come with any kind of towing package, and is limited to 1500 lbs towing. I\u2019ve never towed a trailer before, and I\u2019m wondering what precautions I should take, if any. Additionally, should I be heading across flat ground or is it worth it to drive the Rockies for the scenery?","c_root_id_A":"gwwqxu0","c_root_id_B":"gwwgi2j","created_at_utc_A":1620137924,"created_at_utc_B":1620133021,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"put the heavy stuff in the front of the trailer.  tongue weight is critical.  too light and it will jackknife at speed.  brake in a straight line.  slow down.","human_ref_B":"no factory tow package? you are realistically limited to 750lbs or under, unless you want to buy yourself a new transmission in the near future. Tow Packages come with a Heavy Duty Trans Cooler to keep trans temps down to prevent burning it out + a heavy duty spring\/rear setup to keep it all level. If you really want to tow more, at least install the HD tranny cooler to prevent burnout. and yes, the Rockies are worth it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4903.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"n4ndnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Precautions for towing a UHaul Trailer Cross-Country w\/ 2021 Hyundai Tucson? Hey y\u2019all, I\u2019m about to make a move cross country (2400 miles) while towing a trailer on the back of my CUV. The Tucson doesn\u2019t come with any kind of towing package, and is limited to 1500 lbs towing. I\u2019ve never towed a trailer before, and I\u2019m wondering what precautions I should take, if any. Additionally, should I be heading across flat ground or is it worth it to drive the Rockies for the scenery?","c_root_id_A":"gwwn5gh","c_root_id_B":"gwwqxu0","created_at_utc_A":1620136273,"created_at_utc_B":1620137924,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"U-haul itself is a great source for what you need to move.","human_ref_B":"put the heavy stuff in the front of the trailer.  tongue weight is critical.  too light and it will jackknife at speed.  brake in a straight line.  slow down.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1651.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grjwziy","c_root_id_B":"grjx6nl","created_at_utc_A":1616208359,"created_at_utc_B":1616208480,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Por que no los dos? FCP Euro has the stuff I want at good prices and with a lifetime warranty. Haven't driven my car enough to need it, but it's nice to know it's there.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve successfully warrantied 3 alternators and 2 distributors on my Corolla. Napa even let me credit the last alternator toward a more expensive one that\u2019s actually survived so far. It definitely works in my experience, just hang onto the receipts","labels":0,"seconds_difference":121.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grjwziy","c_root_id_B":"grjs99o","created_at_utc_A":1616208359,"created_at_utc_B":1616205555,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Por que no los dos? FCP Euro has the stuff I want at good prices and with a lifetime warranty. Haven't driven my car enough to need it, but it's nice to know it's there.","human_ref_B":"For parts that go on the car, I assume to just buy the parts from a respected enough brand that I don't even need to factor in the warranty since I don't have slightest concern about needing one.   Tools on the other hand, yes warranty is always in mind.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2804.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grjl25n","c_root_id_B":"grjwziy","created_at_utc_A":1616201532,"created_at_utc_B":1616208359,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The good: Mishimoto honored their warranty on a radiator after I found a small leak.  The bad: In high school I was swayed by lifetime warranty brake pads. They worked terribly and wore out quicker than any other pads I\u2019ve ever had. The warranty does not extend to the replacement pair.  Warranty is just one of many deciding factors when buying parts. In general, I\u2019ve found that you get what you pay for and enthusiast reviews are worth looking for.","human_ref_B":"Por que no los dos? FCP Euro has the stuff I want at good prices and with a lifetime warranty. Haven't driven my car enough to need it, but it's nice to know it's there.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6827.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grjs99o","c_root_id_B":"grjx6nl","created_at_utc_A":1616205555,"created_at_utc_B":1616208480,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"For parts that go on the car, I assume to just buy the parts from a respected enough brand that I don't even need to factor in the warranty since I don't have slightest concern about needing one.   Tools on the other hand, yes warranty is always in mind.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve successfully warrantied 3 alternators and 2 distributors on my Corolla. Napa even let me credit the last alternator toward a more expensive one that\u2019s actually survived so far. It definitely works in my experience, just hang onto the receipts","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2925.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grjl25n","c_root_id_B":"grjx6nl","created_at_utc_A":1616201532,"created_at_utc_B":1616208480,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"The good: Mishimoto honored their warranty on a radiator after I found a small leak.  The bad: In high school I was swayed by lifetime warranty brake pads. They worked terribly and wore out quicker than any other pads I\u2019ve ever had. The warranty does not extend to the replacement pair.  Warranty is just one of many deciding factors when buying parts. In general, I\u2019ve found that you get what you pay for and enthusiast reviews are worth looking for.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve successfully warrantied 3 alternators and 2 distributors on my Corolla. Napa even let me credit the last alternator toward a more expensive one that\u2019s actually survived so far. It definitely works in my experience, just hang onto the receipts","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6948.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grjs99o","c_root_id_B":"grjl25n","created_at_utc_A":1616205555,"created_at_utc_B":1616201532,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"For parts that go on the car, I assume to just buy the parts from a respected enough brand that I don't even need to factor in the warranty since I don't have slightest concern about needing one.   Tools on the other hand, yes warranty is always in mind.","human_ref_B":"The good: Mishimoto honored their warranty on a radiator after I found a small leak.  The bad: In high school I was swayed by lifetime warranty brake pads. They worked terribly and wore out quicker than any other pads I\u2019ve ever had. The warranty does not extend to the replacement pair.  Warranty is just one of many deciding factors when buying parts. In general, I\u2019ve found that you get what you pay for and enthusiast reviews are worth looking for.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4023.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"m8tm12","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Seems most guys that do DIY maintenance and repairs seek or recommend parts with long or lifetime warranties (myself included). Have you ever done a warranty exchange on a part and how did it turn out? Or do we just buy parts with good warranties because they're probably higher quality and will last?","c_root_id_A":"grk8sui","c_root_id_B":"grjl25n","created_at_utc_A":1616216288,"created_at_utc_B":1616201532,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Coming from the BMW world (e36, e46, e9x) anything  I can, FCP Euro. Lifetime warranty on everything they sell, no questions asked (that includes oil, coolant, brake pads, whatever you might want). If it\u2019s not FCP Euro parts (drift cars), it\u2019s most likely something that is either custom made or made my a smaller company (like a bash bar from a local fab guy, tubular control arms from SLR, coilovers from Fortune, or bushings\/mounts from Condor) I am always happy to reach out to them and let them know what went wrong. I don\u2019t expect anything in return since they\u2019re not warrantied parts but as someone who loves the fabrication process and supporting small business, I\u2019m always looking to help them out. I fortunately have had just 1 issue with a small-business product, and it was one that I was \u201cpre-production testing\u201d (it was free), and that company was so happy I found an issue and could provide some info. Out of respect for their competitors who I don\u2019t have experience with, I won\u2019t name them... but small business is great.   Parts store warranties are great but I find myself using them often whenever I get stuck buying from a parts store. Quality there is lower in my experience than what you get elsewhere. Sure, you\u2019ll get it replaced without issue, but for me it\u2019s buy once cry once with posts that can derail a weekend at the track if they fail.","human_ref_B":"The good: Mishimoto honored their warranty on a radiator after I found a small leak.  The bad: In high school I was swayed by lifetime warranty brake pads. They worked terribly and wore out quicker than any other pads I\u2019ve ever had. The warranty does not extend to the replacement pair.  Warranty is just one of many deciding factors when buying parts. In general, I\u2019ve found that you get what you pay for and enthusiast reviews are worth looking for.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14756.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"m85ujv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"When I brake a little too hard, it feels like theres a water bottle or something below the floorboard under my feet that rolls forward. 4 year old civic, any idea what it might be? to add more context, I only feel this when the car is braking forward, I don't feel it \"rolling\" back when the car comes to a stop","c_root_id_A":"grfkb9i","c_root_id_B":"grfnaqm","created_at_utc_A":1616116763,"created_at_utc_B":1616118331,"score_A":12,"score_B":30,"human_ref_A":"it could be a cable hanging down that is rubbing back and forth... only way to tell would be to get under there and start seeing if anything moves","human_ref_B":"are you sure it's not a water bottle?  ARE YOU REALLY SURE???","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1568.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"m85ujv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"When I brake a little too hard, it feels like theres a water bottle or something below the floorboard under my feet that rolls forward. 4 year old civic, any idea what it might be? to add more context, I only feel this when the car is braking forward, I don't feel it \"rolling\" back when the car comes to a stop","c_root_id_A":"grg8t1a","c_root_id_B":"grgokls","created_at_utc_A":1616131421,"created_at_utc_B":1616146187,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Probably a water bottle","human_ref_B":"We had something similar in an Astra - it turned out that the drain holes in the bottom of the back doors were blocked so there was water sloshing around in the doors. The drain holes had rubber bungs with flaps in them, so I took them out (water gushed out), cleaned them and put them back in again. This seems to be an \"every few years\" task as they gunk up again. We could hear the water sloshing around though, so it might not be the cause for you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14766.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"l0yqui","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why does my rear passenger tire keep losing air pressure even after a new tire? In december I got a new set of Kumho Ecstas put on my Mustang Ecoboost. The rear passenger started steadily losing psi. I got the (what I thought was faulty) tire replaced about 3 weeks ago and as of yesterday the new tire is also steadily losing air pressure. Why is this happening? What should I do about it?  In both cases the install was done by Sears (they are terrible but partnered with amazon) and I dont wanna go back out there and deal with them again","c_root_id_A":"gjwiq0w","c_root_id_B":"gjwjbyf","created_at_utc_A":1611110402,"created_at_utc_B":1611110726,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Is there any sort of warranty at Sears? Your valve stem could be cracked and they may have been so cheap they didn\u2019t replace it. It\u2019s also possible that the rim has a crack. How\u2019s the condition of the rims? Also if they are super rusted the tire may not make a good seal","human_ref_B":"Its its probably a faulty valve stem or tpms o ring.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":324.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"l0yqui","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why does my rear passenger tire keep losing air pressure even after a new tire? In december I got a new set of Kumho Ecstas put on my Mustang Ecoboost. The rear passenger started steadily losing psi. I got the (what I thought was faulty) tire replaced about 3 weeks ago and as of yesterday the new tire is also steadily losing air pressure. Why is this happening? What should I do about it?  In both cases the install was done by Sears (they are terrible but partnered with amazon) and I dont wanna go back out there and deal with them again","c_root_id_A":"gjwiyqw","c_root_id_B":"gjwjbyf","created_at_utc_A":1611110529,"created_at_utc_B":1611110726,"score_A":6,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Go to discount tire. They'll fix leaky tires for free, even if you didn't get them installed there. Though the problem may be your wheel, and not the tire. So be prepared to spend a bit of money.","human_ref_B":"Its its probably a faulty valve stem or tpms o ring.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":197.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"l0yqui","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why does my rear passenger tire keep losing air pressure even after a new tire? In december I got a new set of Kumho Ecstas put on my Mustang Ecoboost. The rear passenger started steadily losing psi. I got the (what I thought was faulty) tire replaced about 3 weeks ago and as of yesterday the new tire is also steadily losing air pressure. Why is this happening? What should I do about it?  In both cases the install was done by Sears (they are terrible but partnered with amazon) and I dont wanna go back out there and deal with them again","c_root_id_A":"gjwiyqw","c_root_id_B":"gjwiq0w","created_at_utc_A":1611110529,"created_at_utc_B":1611110402,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Go to discount tire. They'll fix leaky tires for free, even if you didn't get them installed there. Though the problem may be your wheel, and not the tire. So be prepared to spend a bit of money.","human_ref_B":"Is there any sort of warranty at Sears? Your valve stem could be cracked and they may have been so cheap they didn\u2019t replace it. It\u2019s also possible that the rim has a crack. How\u2019s the condition of the rims? Also if they are super rusted the tire may not make a good seal","labels":1,"seconds_difference":127.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gel9z4h","c_root_id_B":"gel7xe2","created_at_utc_A":1607086466,"created_at_utc_B":1607084911,"score_A":27,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Just to add a little to the other comments, one of the main functions of a fuse is to protect the wiring. The current a wire can carry depends on its size - large wires for high current, small wires for low current. Too much current will work, for a while, but the wire will get hot and could potentially start a fire. To prevent that happening, a fuse is fitted. If the circuit draws more current than the wire is capable of supplying, the fuse blows. If you put a larger fuse in then you take away that protection.  In any case, 15A at 12V is plenty for the kind of things most people want to plug in (phone charger or sat nav). If you're using something that does need more power then it needs to be wired in properly.","human_ref_B":"Listen to the engineers...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1555.0,"score_ratio":2.4545454545}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gel9z4h","c_root_id_B":"gel7vq8","created_at_utc_A":1607086466,"created_at_utc_B":1607084873,"score_A":27,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Just to add a little to the other comments, one of the main functions of a fuse is to protect the wiring. The current a wire can carry depends on its size - large wires for high current, small wires for low current. Too much current will work, for a while, but the wire will get hot and could potentially start a fire. To prevent that happening, a fuse is fitted. If the circuit draws more current than the wire is capable of supplying, the fuse blows. If you put a larger fuse in then you take away that protection.  In any case, 15A at 12V is plenty for the kind of things most people want to plug in (phone charger or sat nav). If you're using something that does need more power then it needs to be wired in properly.","human_ref_B":"You can cause a fire this way, if that's your goal","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1593.0,"score_ratio":5.4}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gel7xe2","c_root_id_B":"gel7vq8","created_at_utc_A":1607084911,"created_at_utc_B":1607084873,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Listen to the engineers...","human_ref_B":"You can cause a fire this way, if that's your goal","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gela2n7","c_root_id_B":"gel7vq8","created_at_utc_A":1607086531,"created_at_utc_B":1607084873,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The only things drawing that kind of power would be portable heaters and maybe a large AC inverter. Phone chargers and the like aren't even close.","human_ref_B":"You can cause a fire this way, if that's your goal","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1658.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"geljvi1","c_root_id_B":"gelb8qg","created_at_utc_A":1607092519,"created_at_utc_B":1607087337,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"In your car or home, the size of the wires on a circuit define the maximum amperage for that circuit's fuse or breaker.  Installing a higher rated breaker puts you at risk if the amperage draw exceeds the wire size.  In a home, a 15A breaker circuit is wired with #14 wire (or greater) and a 20A breaker is wired with #12 wire (which is larger than #14) or larger.  Yes, a circuit can work for years with a mismatched breaker, until it doesn't.","human_ref_B":"I mean you could, but you probably shouldn't. My grandpa would put nails instead of fuses on his Volvo Amazon when he was young but that was obviously not the right thing to do and the risk of a fire I creased drastically.  I've put higher amp fuses in my car, 1987 Saab 90, when they went because they were the only ones available. Then I switch back when I buy new ones. Fuses are meant to break before something serious brakes.  tl:;dr You can, but you shouldn't. Long term you could damage the electricals.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5182.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gelbjrr","c_root_id_B":"geljvi1","created_at_utc_A":1607087539,"created_at_utc_B":1607092519,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"That is how you melt electrical circuits.","human_ref_B":"In your car or home, the size of the wires on a circuit define the maximum amperage for that circuit's fuse or breaker.  Installing a higher rated breaker puts you at risk if the amperage draw exceeds the wire size.  In a home, a 15A breaker circuit is wired with #14 wire (or greater) and a 20A breaker is wired with #12 wire (which is larger than #14) or larger.  Yes, a circuit can work for years with a mismatched breaker, until it doesn't.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4980.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"k6jtx1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Question: Should I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A for my cigarette lighter? Hi,  I have a 2001 3dr 1.4 Honda civic (UK) and the cigarette lighter has been broken since I got it. I recently went to a popular automotive chain to buy some new fuses and the lady in the shop recommended that I use a 20A fuse instead of the recommended 15A. Her reasoning was that modern devices use more power and therefore a higher rated fuse is needed.   However, in my manual Honda specifically state that:    \"replacing a fuse with one that that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.\"  Are Honda just covering their backs here? Should I take her advice or stick to the recommended 15A fuse?   Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gelbjrr","c_root_id_B":"gelokmp","created_at_utc_A":1607087539,"created_at_utc_B":1607095051,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That is how you melt electrical circuits.","human_ref_B":"This is the stuff I love this sub for. Everybody helping and no belittling","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7512.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsc7e5","c_root_id_B":"gbsc7ga","created_at_utc_A":1604974607,"created_at_utc_B":1604974608,"score_A":16,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"'92 s10 2.8l 2wd 5sp Long bed. Hands down","human_ref_B":"C5 or c6 corvette or 5.0 mustang probably  Alternatively (although not NA) used model 3 or model S  Edit: also maybe a scat pack challenger","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1.0,"score_ratio":1.6875}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbslvjb","c_root_id_B":"gbsmf7l","created_at_utc_A":1604979958,"created_at_utc_B":1604980280,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Buy a junker with an F\/R layout for $500 and put $34,500 into the powertrain","human_ref_B":"Imagine this long of a thread and not one mention of the 370Z.   Buy one for 30K new - pick your price used. Available manual. Can get down to a realistic 5s 0-60 stock on decent tires.  Corvettes are faster, but like for like you will spend far more for a 'vette in similar condition.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":322.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsgm9k","c_root_id_B":"gbsmf7l","created_at_utc_A":1604977005,"created_at_utc_B":1604980280,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Just for fun - why does it need to be NA?","human_ref_B":"Imagine this long of a thread and not one mention of the 370Z.   Buy one for 30K new - pick your price used. Available manual. Can get down to a realistic 5s 0-60 stock on decent tires.  Corvettes are faster, but like for like you will spend far more for a 'vette in similar condition.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3275.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsj579","c_root_id_B":"gbsmf7l","created_at_utc_A":1604978408,"created_at_utc_B":1604980280,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Do you really want it to be the fastest over any other consideration, or are you looking for the best car that\u2019s faster than average?  Is this a daily driver you\u2019re looking for, or is this more of an academic question?  You seem to be getting lots of \u2018Vette recommendations, but for a daily, I\u2019d definitely go for something more like a pony car, just for the practicality.  If you want more room, go for a Challenger.  If you want better handling, go for a Mustang or a Camaro.    If it were me, I\u2019d probably go for the best manual V8 Mustang or Camaro I could find with CarPlay.  Edit: and FWIW, I bought a 2006 Mustang GT convertible new, and still have it (though it\u2019s not my daily driver any more).  It\u2019s not the fastest car by any means, but it\u2019s faster than most.  It\u2019s not the best handling, but there aren\u2019t many cars with a solid axle that handle better.  The only mods I\u2019ve made are to install a Hurst shifter, and a CarPlay head unit a couple of years ago when my old iPod interface finally died.  It needs a new top at this point, and a bit of love all around, but it\u2019s still doing what I want it to do.","human_ref_B":"Imagine this long of a thread and not one mention of the 370Z.   Buy one for 30K new - pick your price used. Available manual. Can get down to a realistic 5s 0-60 stock on decent tires.  Corvettes are faster, but like for like you will spend far more for a 'vette in similar condition.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1872.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsgm9k","c_root_id_B":"gbslvjb","created_at_utc_A":1604977005,"created_at_utc_B":1604979958,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Just for fun - why does it need to be NA?","human_ref_B":"Buy a junker with an F\/R layout for $500 and put $34,500 into the powertrain","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2953.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsj579","c_root_id_B":"gbslvjb","created_at_utc_A":1604978408,"created_at_utc_B":1604979958,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Do you really want it to be the fastest over any other consideration, or are you looking for the best car that\u2019s faster than average?  Is this a daily driver you\u2019re looking for, or is this more of an academic question?  You seem to be getting lots of \u2018Vette recommendations, but for a daily, I\u2019d definitely go for something more like a pony car, just for the practicality.  If you want more room, go for a Challenger.  If you want better handling, go for a Mustang or a Camaro.    If it were me, I\u2019d probably go for the best manual V8 Mustang or Camaro I could find with CarPlay.  Edit: and FWIW, I bought a 2006 Mustang GT convertible new, and still have it (though it\u2019s not my daily driver any more).  It\u2019s not the fastest car by any means, but it\u2019s faster than most.  It\u2019s not the best handling, but there aren\u2019t many cars with a solid axle that handle better.  The only mods I\u2019ve made are to install a Hurst shifter, and a CarPlay head unit a couple of years ago when my old iPod interface finally died.  It needs a new top at this point, and a bit of love all around, but it\u2019s still doing what I want it to do.","human_ref_B":"Buy a junker with an F\/R layout for $500 and put $34,500 into the powertrain","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1550.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsxxw4","c_root_id_B":"gbsgm9k","created_at_utc_A":1604988395,"created_at_utc_B":1604977005,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I own a late model speed shop and a chassis dyno for 15+ years.  You want a C6 Z06.","human_ref_B":"Just for fun - why does it need to be NA?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11390.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"jrbrlp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the fastest NATURALLY aspirated STOCK sports car I can buy in the US under $35k?","c_root_id_A":"gbsj579","c_root_id_B":"gbsxxw4","created_at_utc_A":1604978408,"created_at_utc_B":1604988395,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Do you really want it to be the fastest over any other consideration, or are you looking for the best car that\u2019s faster than average?  Is this a daily driver you\u2019re looking for, or is this more of an academic question?  You seem to be getting lots of \u2018Vette recommendations, but for a daily, I\u2019d definitely go for something more like a pony car, just for the practicality.  If you want more room, go for a Challenger.  If you want better handling, go for a Mustang or a Camaro.    If it were me, I\u2019d probably go for the best manual V8 Mustang or Camaro I could find with CarPlay.  Edit: and FWIW, I bought a 2006 Mustang GT convertible new, and still have it (though it\u2019s not my daily driver any more).  It\u2019s not the fastest car by any means, but it\u2019s faster than most.  It\u2019s not the best handling, but there aren\u2019t many cars with a solid axle that handle better.  The only mods I\u2019ve made are to install a Hurst shifter, and a CarPlay head unit a couple of years ago when my old iPod interface finally died.  It needs a new top at this point, and a bit of love all around, but it\u2019s still doing what I want it to do.","human_ref_B":"I own a late model speed shop and a chassis dyno for 15+ years.  You want a C6 Z06.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9987.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hwh7vw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"1992 Toyota MR2 as a daily? I am thinking about purchasing a 1992 NA Toyota MR2 as a daily. It has 100k miles on it and the seller wants 8k. It has a red top beams engine. Do you think this car is worth getting as a daily? I really only drive like 20 mins to work local so I won't be going too far daily. I just want a car that's fun but also reliable as a daily and won't cost a ton of money to maintain. Thoughts anyone? Also I don't live somewhere that it snows, it just happens to rain often. I'm not sure if that really affects much I just heard MR2s are terrible to drive in snow.","c_root_id_A":"fyzkoyy","c_root_id_B":"fyzkvq9","created_at_utc_A":1595518022,"created_at_utc_B":1595518116,"score_A":11,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s a 30 year old sports car with 100k miles on it. If your goal is something reliable and cheap to maintain, this is not what you want.","human_ref_B":"It'll be as good as any aging '90s economy car. The N\/A engine is rock solid but things are just going to be worn out or aged.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":94.0,"score_ratio":1.7272727273}
{"post_id":"fog2da","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What can I work on on my car? Quarantine got me bored and one thing i could do is work on my car. If the auto parts stores aren\u2019t closed i don\u2019t have much money to spend at the moment. I have tools. Is there anything I can work on on my car without buying something to replace or whatever?","c_root_id_A":"flf4s8f","c_root_id_B":"flf0y84","created_at_utc_A":1585098047,"created_at_utc_B":1585095609,"score_A":20,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Clean it inside and out. I've taken the center console apart just to clean between the gaps in the past and it always looks so much better. Windex the windows (lay down a paper towel to catch overspray, that stuff isnt great for the interior panels).  Check air pressure (including the spare) if you have a compressor.  Rotate the tires.  Make a list of things to do when you can go to the store.","human_ref_B":"Im no mechanic but board af so of the top of my head : 1. Regular maintenance  2. Cleaning the fuel system\/spark plugs...etc.  3. Rotation of wheels   ... hope this doesn\u2019t sound to dump .. and enjoy working on ur car #staysafe","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2438.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fog2da","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What can I work on on my car? Quarantine got me bored and one thing i could do is work on my car. If the auto parts stores aren\u2019t closed i don\u2019t have much money to spend at the moment. I have tools. Is there anything I can work on on my car without buying something to replace or whatever?","c_root_id_A":"flg7ynq","c_root_id_B":"flg7ktu","created_at_utc_A":1585134285,"created_at_utc_B":1585133862,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Start by cleaning your garage.  Then move to cleaning your car.","human_ref_B":"If you are feeling ambitious and you have a way to safely lift your wheels (jack and jackstands), you could clean and inspect your brakes, or go even further and disassemble your suspension, just to see how it's done. What kind of car do you have? Also assuming you can reassemble everything safely.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":423.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fog2da","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What can I work on on my car? Quarantine got me bored and one thing i could do is work on my car. If the auto parts stores aren\u2019t closed i don\u2019t have much money to spend at the moment. I have tools. Is there anything I can work on on my car without buying something to replace or whatever?","c_root_id_A":"flizxv3","c_root_id_B":"flgndg5","created_at_utc_A":1585194969,"created_at_utc_B":1585146490,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It would help to know what kind of vehicle you have, and how many miles are on it.  That being said I would reccomend changing the coolant. ~$40  Servicing the transmission. This can be tricky depending on the car so look into what would be involved first, but cost on this is usually ~$70  If your vehicle has a differential or transfer case you could service that as well ~$50  Look at your belts to see if they have any cracks, and if they do consider replacing those. ~$30 per belt.  These are all basic things you can do to increase the life of your vehicle, and potentially save yourself some maintenance down the road.","human_ref_B":">not much money.   Buy some dielectric grease, electrical connection cleaner, and a stiff brush.   disconnect the battery, clean the terminals and lugs, clean any other corroded electrical connections you see. Apply dielectric grease to help prevent future corrosion.   *Cheap* insurance and maintenance... the last thing you want to pay a mechanic for is electrical work. It's always hourly, and never cheap.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":48479.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0q69","c_root_id_B":"fla17fb","created_at_utc_A":1584974036,"created_at_utc_B":1584974350,"score_A":6,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Hakosuka skyline","human_ref_B":"Even the worst gas-guzzler isn't too bad on gas when used around town.  I owned a CTS-V Coupe.  That thing drank gas like crazy.  Driving it only through town and sitting in it with the engine running on my lunch breaks, I averaged 9mpg on a tank.  It sucked, but it wasn't bank-breaking.  With the above rules, I could keep my DD that's far better on gas than that V, and get something for when I'm willing to drive a gas guzzler..    That said, and with no rule that it has to actually be a DD, I'm going with my dream driver's car: A Lotus Evora GT.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":314.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla17fb","c_root_id_B":"fla0sn7","created_at_utc_A":1584974350,"created_at_utc_B":1584974081,"score_A":14,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Even the worst gas-guzzler isn't too bad on gas when used around town.  I owned a CTS-V Coupe.  That thing drank gas like crazy.  Driving it only through town and sitting in it with the engine running on my lunch breaks, I averaged 9mpg on a tank.  It sucked, but it wasn't bank-breaking.  With the above rules, I could keep my DD that's far better on gas than that V, and get something for when I'm willing to drive a gas guzzler..    That said, and with no rule that it has to actually be a DD, I'm going with my dream driver's car: A Lotus Evora GT.","human_ref_B":"Toyota Tacoma. Small enough to be used in the city but also still a truck if you need to move anything. Findable older one with a 22-re and it should last you a while with good maintenance. The 3rd gens are pretty good too but are know for frame rust problems I believe. It was a national recall, so if it was never recalled stay the fuck away from it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":269.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0lqy","c_root_id_B":"fla17fb","created_at_utc_A":1584973955,"created_at_utc_B":1584974350,"score_A":3,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","human_ref_B":"Even the worst gas-guzzler isn't too bad on gas when used around town.  I owned a CTS-V Coupe.  That thing drank gas like crazy.  Driving it only through town and sitting in it with the engine running on my lunch breaks, I averaged 9mpg on a tank.  It sucked, but it wasn't bank-breaking.  With the above rules, I could keep my DD that's far better on gas than that V, and get something for when I'm willing to drive a gas guzzler..    That said, and with no rule that it has to actually be a DD, I'm going with my dream driver's car: A Lotus Evora GT.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":395.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0q69","c_root_id_B":"fla1gik","created_at_utc_A":1584974036,"created_at_utc_B":1584974513,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Hakosuka skyline","human_ref_B":"Tesla, for sure. Assuming I don't have to pay for the electricity.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":477.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0sn7","c_root_id_B":"fla1gik","created_at_utc_A":1584974081,"created_at_utc_B":1584974513,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Tacoma. Small enough to be used in the city but also still a truck if you need to move anything. Findable older one with a 22-re and it should last you a while with good maintenance. The 3rd gens are pretty good too but are know for frame rust problems I believe. It was a national recall, so if it was never recalled stay the fuck away from it.","human_ref_B":"Tesla, for sure. Assuming I don't have to pay for the electricity.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":432.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla1gik","c_root_id_B":"fla0lqy","created_at_utc_A":1584974513,"created_at_utc_B":1584973955,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Tesla, for sure. Assuming I don't have to pay for the electricity.","human_ref_B":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":558.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0q69","c_root_id_B":"fla626t","created_at_utc_A":1584974036,"created_at_utc_B":1584977399,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Hakosuka skyline","human_ref_B":"Audi RS7 Sportback. Super fast, super versatile, all-weather, looks awesome.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3363.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0sn7","c_root_id_B":"fla626t","created_at_utc_A":1584974081,"created_at_utc_B":1584977399,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Tacoma. Small enough to be used in the city but also still a truck if you need to move anything. Findable older one with a 22-re and it should last you a while with good maintenance. The 3rd gens are pretty good too but are know for frame rust problems I believe. It was a national recall, so if it was never recalled stay the fuck away from it.","human_ref_B":"Audi RS7 Sportback. Super fast, super versatile, all-weather, looks awesome.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3318.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0lqy","c_root_id_B":"fla626t","created_at_utc_A":1584973955,"created_at_utc_B":1584977399,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","human_ref_B":"Audi RS7 Sportback. Super fast, super versatile, all-weather, looks awesome.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3444.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla626t","c_root_id_B":"fla3r4q","created_at_utc_A":1584977399,"created_at_utc_B":1584975978,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Audi RS7 Sportback. Super fast, super versatile, all-weather, looks awesome.","human_ref_B":"Top of the line Prius.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1421.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0lqy","c_root_id_B":"fla0q69","created_at_utc_A":1584973955,"created_at_utc_B":1584974036,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","human_ref_B":"Hakosuka skyline","labels":0,"seconds_difference":81.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0lqy","c_root_id_B":"fla91lw","created_at_utc_A":1584973955,"created_at_utc_B":1584979174,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","human_ref_B":"This is easy--a Porsche Carrera 4S. A supercar for midwestern winters. Holds enough groceries. Quiet & comfortable for a commute, and goes like the clappers.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5219.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla91lw","c_root_id_B":"fla3r4q","created_at_utc_A":1584979174,"created_at_utc_B":1584975978,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"This is easy--a Porsche Carrera 4S. A supercar for midwestern winters. Holds enough groceries. Quiet & comfortable for a commute, and goes like the clappers.","human_ref_B":"Top of the line Prius.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3196.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla8h3l","c_root_id_B":"fla91lw","created_at_utc_A":1584978847,"created_at_utc_B":1584979174,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The biggest, nicest, fastest AWD wagon I can find.  Probably a Porsche Panamara 4 of some kind.  Whatever does the best in snow. I drive from California to the Rockies to ski quite a bit (or at least, I did...I hope that comes back some day).  My Subaru Crosstrek does OK, but I feel like I could do better.    In reality, I'm looking at something like a Volvo V90 CC to replace the Subie at some point.","human_ref_B":"This is easy--a Porsche Carrera 4S. A supercar for midwestern winters. Holds enough groceries. Quiet & comfortable for a commute, and goes like the clappers.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":327.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0lqy","c_root_id_B":"flad1t6","created_at_utc_A":1584973955,"created_at_utc_B":1584981457,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","human_ref_B":"The new RS6 avant.   My current car sits weeks between movements, as i'm so close to my office it's easier to walk than park.. this also means fuel cost is a low concern.. so it's just capabilities around doing both track events and getting shit done in my life, and that car would be a solid balance of them.      Now, if the rules say i can have two cars, even if i have to buy\/pay for my second one.. this selection changes dramatically.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7502.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flad1t6","c_root_id_B":"fla3r4q","created_at_utc_A":1584981457,"created_at_utc_B":1584975978,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The new RS6 avant.   My current car sits weeks between movements, as i'm so close to my office it's easier to walk than park.. this also means fuel cost is a low concern.. so it's just capabilities around doing both track events and getting shit done in my life, and that car would be a solid balance of them.      Now, if the rules say i can have two cars, even if i have to buy\/pay for my second one.. this selection changes dramatically.","human_ref_B":"Top of the line Prius.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5479.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla8h3l","c_root_id_B":"flad1t6","created_at_utc_A":1584978847,"created_at_utc_B":1584981457,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The biggest, nicest, fastest AWD wagon I can find.  Probably a Porsche Panamara 4 of some kind.  Whatever does the best in snow. I drive from California to the Rockies to ski quite a bit (or at least, I did...I hope that comes back some day).  My Subaru Crosstrek does OK, but I feel like I could do better.    In reality, I'm looking at something like a Volvo V90 CC to replace the Subie at some point.","human_ref_B":"The new RS6 avant.   My current car sits weeks between movements, as i'm so close to my office it's easier to walk than park.. this also means fuel cost is a low concern.. so it's just capabilities around doing both track events and getting shit done in my life, and that car would be a solid balance of them.      Now, if the rules say i can have two cars, even if i have to buy\/pay for my second one.. this selection changes dramatically.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2610.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla9zyk","c_root_id_B":"flad1t6","created_at_utc_A":1584979728,"created_at_utc_B":1584981457,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Jeep CJ 5 or CJ 7.   For me, it just makes good sense.    If I was going to drive something that is not a Jeep, then it really matters little.","human_ref_B":"The new RS6 avant.   My current car sits weeks between movements, as i'm so close to my office it's easier to walk than park.. this also means fuel cost is a low concern.. so it's just capabilities around doing both track events and getting shit done in my life, and that car would be a solid balance of them.      Now, if the rules say i can have two cars, even if i have to buy\/pay for my second one.. this selection changes dramatically.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1729.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla0sn7","c_root_id_B":"fla0lqy","created_at_utc_A":1584974081,"created_at_utc_B":1584973955,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Tacoma. Small enough to be used in the city but also still a truck if you need to move anything. Findable older one with a 22-re and it should last you a while with good maintenance. The 3rd gens are pretty good too but are know for frame rust problems I believe. It was a national recall, so if it was never recalled stay the fuck away from it.","human_ref_B":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":126.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"fla0lqy","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584973955,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"VW Multivan all incl  I ride bikes, i have dogs and don't have to worry about where to park it as i don't really drive it into town. It uses little fuel but seems to be an unreliable bitch, also it's really, really expensive to buy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12800.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"fla3r4q","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584975978,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"Top of the line Prius.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10777.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"fla8h3l","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584978847,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"The biggest, nicest, fastest AWD wagon I can find.  Probably a Porsche Panamara 4 of some kind.  Whatever does the best in snow. I drive from California to the Rockies to ski quite a bit (or at least, I did...I hope that comes back some day).  My Subaru Crosstrek does OK, but I feel like I could do better.    In reality, I'm looking at something like a Volvo V90 CC to replace the Subie at some point.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7908.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fladv54","c_root_id_B":"flamf9b","created_at_utc_A":1584981916,"created_at_utc_B":1584986755,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The idiot in me says the Buick GNX, cause I can fit 5 people and I still own a legendary muscle car that goes like a bat out of hell on the straights.   The Midwestern in me says something that can handle the winter, so an AWD 911.  Both have decent trunk (or frunk) space so I can continue living my normal life, groceries and all","human_ref_B":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4839.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"fla9zyk","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584979728,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"Jeep CJ 5 or CJ 7.   For me, it just makes good sense.    If I was going to drive something that is not a Jeep, then it really matters little.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7027.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"flaed1h","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584982196,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"Cost, insurance and maintenance paid? Koenigsegg Regera.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4559.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flaf5e5","c_root_id_B":"flamf9b","created_at_utc_A":1584982636,"created_at_utc_B":1584986755,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Well I'd probably say an fd rx7 with a 20B or something. Or just a Tesla p100d.","human_ref_B":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4119.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"flag501","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584983202,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"The Rivian pickup, no question. It's got it all - incredible utility, damn fast, no gas, and that tank turn? Goddamn.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3553.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flamf9b","c_root_id_B":"flaioui","created_at_utc_A":1584986755,"created_at_utc_B":1584984657,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"McLaren F1.  Nowhere in your rules does it say I have to daily drive it. A free F1 with free (exorbitant) maintenance and insurance to cruise around in on the weekends sounds perfect.","human_ref_B":"Model 3, top of the line.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2098.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fladv54","c_root_id_B":"fla9zyk","created_at_utc_A":1584981916,"created_at_utc_B":1584979728,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The idiot in me says the Buick GNX, cause I can fit 5 people and I still own a legendary muscle car that goes like a bat out of hell on the straights.   The Midwestern in me says something that can handle the winter, so an AWD 911.  Both have decent trunk (or frunk) space so I can continue living my normal life, groceries and all","human_ref_B":"Jeep CJ 5 or CJ 7.   For me, it just makes good sense.    If I was going to drive something that is not a Jeep, then it really matters little.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2188.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"fla9zyk","c_root_id_B":"flazbfh","created_at_utc_A":1584979728,"created_at_utc_B":1584994177,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Jeep CJ 5 or CJ 7.   For me, it just makes good sense.    If I was going to drive something that is not a Jeep, then it really matters little.","human_ref_B":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14449.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flazbfh","c_root_id_B":"flaed1h","created_at_utc_A":1584994177,"created_at_utc_B":1584982196,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","human_ref_B":"Cost, insurance and maintenance paid? Koenigsegg Regera.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11981.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flazbfh","c_root_id_B":"flaf5e5","created_at_utc_A":1584994177,"created_at_utc_B":1584982636,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","human_ref_B":"Well I'd probably say an fd rx7 with a 20B or something. Or just a Tesla p100d.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11541.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flag501","c_root_id_B":"flazbfh","created_at_utc_A":1584983202,"created_at_utc_B":1584994177,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The Rivian pickup, no question. It's got it all - incredible utility, damn fast, no gas, and that tank turn? Goddamn.","human_ref_B":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10975.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flazbfh","c_root_id_B":"flaioui","created_at_utc_A":1584994177,"created_at_utc_B":1584984657,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","human_ref_B":"Model 3, top of the line.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9520.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flazbfh","c_root_id_B":"flap2jq","created_at_utc_A":1584994177,"created_at_utc_B":1584988273,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","human_ref_B":"I Will just keep my current E46 M3 and take a second E46 M3 thank you.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5904.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flaq89i","c_root_id_B":"flazbfh","created_at_utc_A":1584988932,"created_at_utc_B":1584994177,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'll take that Pagani Zonda 760 LH I've been wanting. Purple Zonda. That'd be nice.  It's wiiiiide, but it could either be fit in my garage or I could find storage for it. In fact I'm pretty sure I have a profit-making storage opportunity for it (a friend runs a supercar rental track experience). I imagine just having a Zonda listed would help him have more customers, and I'd have storage sorted. Even if I have to pay for all the fuel used as part of the supercar experience it'd be fine.   My commute is 3 miles and could reasonably be done on a bicycle or motorcycle, if I wouldn't be able to keep the other cars. And if all the other cars had to go, the Zonda would definitely fit in the garage.","human_ref_B":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5245.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flazbfh","c_root_id_B":"flauu2z","created_at_utc_A":1584994177,"created_at_utc_B":1584991574,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes gt 63 amg 4 door! \ud83e\udd18","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2603.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flazbfh","c_root_id_B":"flax86t","created_at_utc_A":1584994177,"created_at_utc_B":1584992961,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","human_ref_B":"Electric.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1216.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fnkq6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What car would you choose under this circumstances? Ok, here is a hypothetical question.   If you were to be given any car at any price, with the expenses paid (Including insurance, maintenance) but you still have to pay the gas. What would you choose?  However, keep in mind that your current life wouldn't change. You would still live were you live, work where you work and still have the same day-to-day basis routine.   Let's hear it!","c_root_id_A":"flayjzq","c_root_id_B":"flazbfh","created_at_utc_A":1584993731,"created_at_utc_B":1584994177,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Would they pay to LS swap my E30 drift car and buy tires as \"maintenance\"?","human_ref_B":"V Wagon, no question.  Currently driving a non-V and it's slow as fuck but it's absurdly convenient in almost every way.  The same car with more power is basically a perfect vehicle for me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":446.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fmn92n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are the things that can be done in home?  I mean, parts that can be taken off from a car and be cleaned or restored in a home?","c_root_id_A":"fl52fce","c_root_id_B":"fl54ud2","created_at_utc_A":1584826967,"created_at_utc_B":1584828521,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"What are you trying to accomplish?","human_ref_B":"Depends on your tools and skill really. You can swap engines at home if youve got the capabilities. Id start with a good thorough inspection of all suspension and brake components.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1554.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"f95n97","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What is the average lifespan for a 2016 Chevrolet Trax? Hello! I'm thinking about purchasing a 2016 Chevrolet Trax (1.4 L, 4 cyl, Automatic (S6), Turbo) and was wondering how long it would last. It's sitting at 119,213 miles for $7,450.  Full details here: https:\/\/www.autotrader.com\/cars-for-sale\/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=541536257","c_root_id_A":"fipnmse","c_root_id_B":"fipm5m3","created_at_utc_A":1582613077,"created_at_utc_B":1582611473,"score_A":26,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Somebody managed to put ~120k on that thing in 3 years? That's super high mileage. Betting they avoided a lot of maintenance, drove the shit out of it, and traded it in before it shit itself. Be exceedingly careful, OP. You could easily be setting yourself up for a massive headache here...","human_ref_B":"The 1.4L engine has been a bit of a headache in the Chevy lineup, I'd avoid. They have service bulletins out for water pump failures and check valve issues in the intake manifold. These two issues are their most common problems and will run you about $500 for the water pump and $900 for the intake manifold, with labor of course. I do believe the water pump has an extended warranty up to 150k miles, but I still wouldn't really consider it worth the trouble.  The 1.8L and 2.0L are much better and more reliable options for engines if you're looking in the Chevy\/GM lineup. My 2.0 Buick has made it 148k miles and my only engine related failure so far has been 1 ignition coil.   Caveat to all this, if it has a well kept maintenance record and healthy Carfax, I see no reason this car couldn't go the distance to 200k.   If it doesn't have good maintenance records I'd walk away, if it does, haggle the price down the best you can, the price is a bit much to make it worth the 2 well documented headaches that can happen whenever","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1604.0,"score_ratio":5.2}
{"post_id":"f95n97","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What is the average lifespan for a 2016 Chevrolet Trax? Hello! I'm thinking about purchasing a 2016 Chevrolet Trax (1.4 L, 4 cyl, Automatic (S6), Turbo) and was wondering how long it would last. It's sitting at 119,213 miles for $7,450.  Full details here: https:\/\/www.autotrader.com\/cars-for-sale\/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=541536257","c_root_id_A":"fipwyyl","c_root_id_B":"fipm5m3","created_at_utc_A":1582625760,"created_at_utc_B":1582611473,"score_A":17,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Well at *least* four years.","human_ref_B":"The 1.4L engine has been a bit of a headache in the Chevy lineup, I'd avoid. They have service bulletins out for water pump failures and check valve issues in the intake manifold. These two issues are their most common problems and will run you about $500 for the water pump and $900 for the intake manifold, with labor of course. I do believe the water pump has an extended warranty up to 150k miles, but I still wouldn't really consider it worth the trouble.  The 1.8L and 2.0L are much better and more reliable options for engines if you're looking in the Chevy\/GM lineup. My 2.0 Buick has made it 148k miles and my only engine related failure so far has been 1 ignition coil.   Caveat to all this, if it has a well kept maintenance record and healthy Carfax, I see no reason this car couldn't go the distance to 200k.   If it doesn't have good maintenance records I'd walk away, if it does, haggle the price down the best you can, the price is a bit much to make it worth the 2 well documented headaches that can happen whenever","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14287.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"f95n97","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What is the average lifespan for a 2016 Chevrolet Trax? Hello! I'm thinking about purchasing a 2016 Chevrolet Trax (1.4 L, 4 cyl, Automatic (S6), Turbo) and was wondering how long it would last. It's sitting at 119,213 miles for $7,450.  Full details here: https:\/\/www.autotrader.com\/cars-for-sale\/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=541536257","c_root_id_A":"fiqcqxr","c_root_id_B":"fipm5m3","created_at_utc_A":1582641297,"created_at_utc_B":1582611473,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You should choose *literally any other motor vehicle.*","human_ref_B":"The 1.4L engine has been a bit of a headache in the Chevy lineup, I'd avoid. They have service bulletins out for water pump failures and check valve issues in the intake manifold. These two issues are their most common problems and will run you about $500 for the water pump and $900 for the intake manifold, with labor of course. I do believe the water pump has an extended warranty up to 150k miles, but I still wouldn't really consider it worth the trouble.  The 1.8L and 2.0L are much better and more reliable options for engines if you're looking in the Chevy\/GM lineup. My 2.0 Buick has made it 148k miles and my only engine related failure so far has been 1 ignition coil.   Caveat to all this, if it has a well kept maintenance record and healthy Carfax, I see no reason this car couldn't go the distance to 200k.   If it doesn't have good maintenance records I'd walk away, if it does, haggle the price down the best you can, the price is a bit much to make it worth the 2 well documented headaches that can happen whenever","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29824.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"f95n97","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What is the average lifespan for a 2016 Chevrolet Trax? Hello! I'm thinking about purchasing a 2016 Chevrolet Trax (1.4 L, 4 cyl, Automatic (S6), Turbo) and was wondering how long it would last. It's sitting at 119,213 miles for $7,450.  Full details here: https:\/\/www.autotrader.com\/cars-for-sale\/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=541536257","c_root_id_A":"fipy9yg","c_root_id_B":"fiqcqxr","created_at_utc_A":1582627662,"created_at_utc_B":1582641297,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"If you were going to pay $2k that would be fine but the Trax has one of the worst reliability records. I'm being generous to assume it will crap out on you within 2-3 years.","human_ref_B":"You should choose *literally any other motor vehicle.*","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13635.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"f95n97","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What is the average lifespan for a 2016 Chevrolet Trax? Hello! I'm thinking about purchasing a 2016 Chevrolet Trax (1.4 L, 4 cyl, Automatic (S6), Turbo) and was wondering how long it would last. It's sitting at 119,213 miles for $7,450.  Full details here: https:\/\/www.autotrader.com\/cars-for-sale\/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=541536257","c_root_id_A":"fiqcqxr","c_root_id_B":"fiq7xz9","created_at_utc_A":1582641297,"created_at_utc_B":1582637733,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You should choose *literally any other motor vehicle.*","human_ref_B":"Let's just put it this way... The mere fact you're worried about the lifespan of a vehicle only 4 years old, should tell you a hell of a lot. It's hardly had time to even \"age\".   It's basically still a new vehicle. But if there is concern already about its future, leave it alone. When I worked at a Chevy dealer a couple of years ago, the Trax, and the Terrain's were 95% of all problem vehicles. Constantly coming in with issues. They also honestly ride like crap. I found the Terrain's to be pretty stiff and uncomfortable to drive. I'd imagine the Trax to be similar, but I don't recall driving one at the moment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3564.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"eo9rvk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How do you consume less gas? So I own a base model 2015 manual civic and my girlfriend owns the same car but automatic. She does 8.1L\/100km while I do 9.5L\/km which seems fairly significant (she can drive about 80 additional km per tank). How can I reduce my number to save money?   Sorry for bad english, second language.","c_root_id_A":"fear7x3","c_root_id_B":"febfoif","created_at_utc_A":1578951506,"created_at_utc_B":1578958313,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Keep foot off accelerator.  Accelerate smoothly and slowly when required. Fast movements of the accelerator activates the acceleration enrichment which uses extra fuel to makw the engine more responsive.","human_ref_B":"Look up \"hypermiling\" and follow their practices, except for the dangerous ones of tailgating and coasting in neutral or with the engine turned off.  Basically, try to anticipate the traffic better, and start coasting earlier when the traffic slows.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6807.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"eo9rvk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"How do you consume less gas? So I own a base model 2015 manual civic and my girlfriend owns the same car but automatic. She does 8.1L\/100km while I do 9.5L\/km which seems fairly significant (she can drive about 80 additional km per tank). How can I reduce my number to save money?   Sorry for bad english, second language.","c_root_id_A":"febfoif","c_root_id_B":"feaux7f","created_at_utc_A":1578958313,"created_at_utc_B":1578952407,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Look up \"hypermiling\" and follow their practices, except for the dangerous ones of tailgating and coasting in neutral or with the engine turned off.  Basically, try to anticipate the traffic better, and start coasting earlier when the traffic slows.","human_ref_B":"Do not let the car \"warm up\" before driving. Get in the car, start the car, buckle your seat belt, and go. The time when your car is least efficient is when the engine is cold. It will heat up fastest when you are driving, and it only takes 3-4 seconds for oil to begin circulating properly. Waiting any longer than that is wasting energy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5906.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"e772rg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"What's the loudest aftermarket horn I can buy for my car?","c_root_id_A":"f9w27jx","c_root_id_B":"f9whbj4","created_at_utc_A":1575685753,"created_at_utc_B":1575692639,"score_A":9,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Gun","human_ref_B":"Most people might say a train horn. But if you can find a boat horn from a cargo ship, you\u2019d be the baddest bitch on the block","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6886.0,"score_ratio":1.4444444444}
{"post_id":"e772rg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"What's the loudest aftermarket horn I can buy for my car?","c_root_id_A":"f9whbj4","c_root_id_B":"f9w05fv","created_at_utc_A":1575692639,"created_at_utc_B":1575684434,"score_A":13,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Most people might say a train horn. But if you can find a boat horn from a cargo ship, you\u2019d be the baddest bitch on the block","human_ref_B":"Hella Supertone, unless you rig up something not originally designed for passenger car use.  https:\/\/www.webbikeworld.com\/motorcycle-horn-comparison-review\/  This test was done with motorcycles in mind but the horns are all intended for cars. The Supertones tested the loudest, louder than air compressor based horns.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8205.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"e772rg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"What's the loudest aftermarket horn I can buy for my car?","c_root_id_A":"f9w05fv","c_root_id_B":"f9w27jx","created_at_utc_A":1575684434,"created_at_utc_B":1575685753,"score_A":6,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Hella Supertone, unless you rig up something not originally designed for passenger car use.  https:\/\/www.webbikeworld.com\/motorcycle-horn-comparison-review\/  This test was done with motorcycles in mind but the horns are all intended for cars. The Supertones tested the loudest, louder than air compressor based horns.","human_ref_B":"Gun","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1319.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"e772rg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"What's the loudest aftermarket horn I can buy for my car?","c_root_id_A":"f9wxsvw","c_root_id_B":"f9xlwlu","created_at_utc_A":1575700884,"created_at_utc_B":1575713982,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Basuri air horn found on trucks in India. Warning, grating to the ears.","human_ref_B":"Before you buy anything, check if you're allowed to have a super loud horn. I had to pay a hefty fine when some dickhead cut me off and a cop heard my horn. That being said as far as I know hellas are the loudest without going to air","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13098.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e772rg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"What's the loudest aftermarket horn I can buy for my car?","c_root_id_A":"f9xlwlu","c_root_id_B":"f9wyikj","created_at_utc_A":1575713982,"created_at_utc_B":1575701281,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Before you buy anything, check if you're allowed to have a super loud horn. I had to pay a hefty fine when some dickhead cut me off and a cop heard my horn. That being said as far as I know hellas are the loudest without going to air","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/hornblasters.com\/collections\/complete-kits?gclid=CjwKCAiAlajvBRB_EiwA4vAqiMKN3e6XKvquFs8aResFDq8Zfiy7jPqRro7OVfbNndUspCy2vvSw0hoCr1UQAvD_BwE&hsa_acc=5574733909&hsa_ad=220204077356&hsa_cam=923912396&hsa_grp=45759811345&hsa_kw=real%20train%20horns&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-296445062340&hsa_ver=3&utm_campaign=Categories&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=real%20train%20horns","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12701.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f8zzj4k","c_root_id_B":"f8zs7lq","created_at_utc_A":1574966586,"created_at_utc_B":1574964350,"score_A":58,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Frugal? No, most automatics get better gas economy now than do manuals.  Performance? No, most automatics shift faster than a human could.  Enjoyable? Yes, nothing compares to a clean rev-matched downshift as you enter a corner.","human_ref_B":"More control over your car, people can\u2019t steal your car easily, depends on the car but if ur driving camaro or something it feels amazing.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2236.0,"score_ratio":4.1428571429}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f8zzc9s","c_root_id_B":"f8zzj4k","created_at_utc_A":1574966512,"created_at_utc_B":1574966586,"score_A":14,"score_B":58,"human_ref_A":"It's split nowadays. For about half of modern cars, the manuals are cheaper to maintain. They used to be more fuel efficient, but that isn't true all the time now. I only buy manuals because I enjoy driving and want to feel engaged.","human_ref_B":"Frugal? No, most automatics get better gas economy now than do manuals.  Performance? No, most automatics shift faster than a human could.  Enjoyable? Yes, nothing compares to a clean rev-matched downshift as you enter a corner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":74.0,"score_ratio":4.1428571429}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f8zw9pe","c_root_id_B":"f8zzj4k","created_at_utc_A":1574965512,"created_at_utc_B":1574966586,"score_A":3,"score_B":58,"human_ref_A":"Fun to drive, may get sick of it during stoped traffic, but other than that it\u2019s really fun to drive and also sometimes cheaper.","human_ref_B":"Frugal? No, most automatics get better gas economy now than do manuals.  Performance? No, most automatics shift faster than a human could.  Enjoyable? Yes, nothing compares to a clean rev-matched downshift as you enter a corner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1074.0,"score_ratio":19.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f8zzc9s","c_root_id_B":"f8zw9pe","created_at_utc_A":1574966512,"created_at_utc_B":1574965512,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It's split nowadays. For about half of modern cars, the manuals are cheaper to maintain. They used to be more fuel efficient, but that isn't true all the time now. I only buy manuals because I enjoy driving and want to feel engaged.","human_ref_B":"Fun to drive, may get sick of it during stoped traffic, but other than that it\u2019s really fun to drive and also sometimes cheaper.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1000.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f91nhme","c_root_id_B":"f8zw9pe","created_at_utc_A":1574995427,"created_at_utc_B":1574965512,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"just learned manual after driving autos for years. i think im ready to make the switch. manual is so much more fun and it makes you understand and learn your car so much better. it also prevents people from distracted driving and it makes me better at reading the road and knowing when to stop\/go. honestly i think everybody should learn how to drive a manual. i'm sad that it's a dying breed though.","human_ref_B":"Fun to drive, may get sick of it during stoped traffic, but other than that it\u2019s really fun to drive and also sometimes cheaper.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29915.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f911ifg","c_root_id_B":"f91nhme","created_at_utc_A":1574980753,"created_at_utc_B":1574995427,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Only if you want more \"fun\". You have an extra mini game in driving a car. Since manuals are normal in my country, automatics feel like giant go carts to me and I notice I get distracted more easily because of the low amount of input I have to put in driving. But besides that it's just all about fun. I like driving manual better because of that. My father always drove manuals and I still remember him telling me he was never going to get an automatic since it was \"boring and for pussy's\" (ok Boomer), but now while being 60 he just bought an automatic and says it's way more comfortable of a drive. Choose what feels better to you","human_ref_B":"just learned manual after driving autos for years. i think im ready to make the switch. manual is so much more fun and it makes you understand and learn your car so much better. it also prevents people from distracted driving and it makes me better at reading the road and knowing when to stop\/go. honestly i think everybody should learn how to drive a manual. i'm sad that it's a dying breed though.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14674.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f9038tr","c_root_id_B":"f91nhme","created_at_utc_A":1574967696,"created_at_utc_B":1574995427,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Not much advantage on modern cars.  However, it is much more fun diving a sports car with a manual, specifically on twisty roads or on a track.  Why is it more fun?  Because it's harder, and it also makes you feel like you really have control over the car.  Mistakes and perfection are all yours to have.  It's a skill to learn, like a hobby, and that makes it rewarding.  I do a lot of recreational track driving, and I will only ever own manual sports cars.  Since lap times and saving milliseconds really just don't matter in real life, enjoyment and practicing a skill are my top priorities.","human_ref_B":"just learned manual after driving autos for years. i think im ready to make the switch. manual is so much more fun and it makes you understand and learn your car so much better. it also prevents people from distracted driving and it makes me better at reading the road and knowing when to stop\/go. honestly i think everybody should learn how to drive a manual. i'm sad that it's a dying breed though.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":27731.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f91nhme","c_root_id_B":"f90y253","created_at_utc_A":1574995427,"created_at_utc_B":1574979055,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"just learned manual after driving autos for years. i think im ready to make the switch. manual is so much more fun and it makes you understand and learn your car so much better. it also prevents people from distracted driving and it makes me better at reading the road and knowing when to stop\/go. honestly i think everybody should learn how to drive a manual. i'm sad that it's a dying breed though.","human_ref_B":"Bragging rights if you live in North America.  And as an added bonus theft deterrence","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16372.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f91nhme","c_root_id_B":"f913268","created_at_utc_A":1574995427,"created_at_utc_B":1574981500,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"just learned manual after driving autos for years. i think im ready to make the switch. manual is so much more fun and it makes you understand and learn your car so much better. it also prevents people from distracted driving and it makes me better at reading the road and knowing when to stop\/go. honestly i think everybody should learn how to drive a manual. i'm sad that it's a dying breed though.","human_ref_B":"You do get a degree of low speed and manoeuvring control that most automatics just can't achieve.  As an example, a few years back my girl got hers stuck in a field and could only wheelspin in place.   Got in and rocked it back and Forth a few times using the clutch and out she came. Almost impossible to do that in an auto","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13927.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f9038tr","c_root_id_B":"f911ifg","created_at_utc_A":1574967696,"created_at_utc_B":1574980753,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Not much advantage on modern cars.  However, it is much more fun diving a sports car with a manual, specifically on twisty roads or on a track.  Why is it more fun?  Because it's harder, and it also makes you feel like you really have control over the car.  Mistakes and perfection are all yours to have.  It's a skill to learn, like a hobby, and that makes it rewarding.  I do a lot of recreational track driving, and I will only ever own manual sports cars.  Since lap times and saving milliseconds really just don't matter in real life, enjoyment and practicing a skill are my top priorities.","human_ref_B":"Only if you want more \"fun\". You have an extra mini game in driving a car. Since manuals are normal in my country, automatics feel like giant go carts to me and I notice I get distracted more easily because of the low amount of input I have to put in driving. But besides that it's just all about fun. I like driving manual better because of that. My father always drove manuals and I still remember him telling me he was never going to get an automatic since it was \"boring and for pussy's\" (ok Boomer), but now while being 60 he just bought an automatic and says it's way more comfortable of a drive. Choose what feels better to you","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13057.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"e31nvw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is a manual transmission the frugal choice? Is there any practical advantage to using a manual oppose to an automatic transmission?","c_root_id_A":"f911ifg","c_root_id_B":"f90y253","created_at_utc_A":1574980753,"created_at_utc_B":1574979055,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Only if you want more \"fun\". You have an extra mini game in driving a car. Since manuals are normal in my country, automatics feel like giant go carts to me and I notice I get distracted more easily because of the low amount of input I have to put in driving. But besides that it's just all about fun. I like driving manual better because of that. My father always drove manuals and I still remember him telling me he was never going to get an automatic since it was \"boring and for pussy's\" (ok Boomer), but now while being 60 he just bought an automatic and says it's way more comfortable of a drive. Choose what feels better to you","human_ref_B":"Bragging rights if you live in North America.  And as an added bonus theft deterrence","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1698.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex4hmfl","c_root_id_B":"ex4ou1h","created_at_utc_A":1566004951,"created_at_utc_B":1566008355,"score_A":16,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"I think that would need to be a mighty chain saw, and I think you would blow it up pretty fast without having much fun even if you have a burly enough chainsaw motor to move that much weight. You could replace the motor a lot easier than fabricating a drive train for your chainsaw motor, in my opinion. Those are pretty dam good rigs too. Great MPG with 4WD, great combination for a recreational rig.","human_ref_B":"Your best bet is an engine from harbor freight","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3404.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex4jupo","c_root_id_B":"ex4ou1h","created_at_utc_A":1566005989,"created_at_utc_B":1566008355,"score_A":12,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"Chainsaw motor? Likely not, they don't have much HP. Prop motor for a small fishing boat? Yes it's been done before in a Honda Civic. If I remember correctly they could only get one wheel powered, but the car moved under it's own power despite visibility being awful from the laughably tall motor sitting right in front of the driver","human_ref_B":"Your best bet is an engine from harbor freight","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2366.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex4ioml","c_root_id_B":"ex4ou1h","created_at_utc_A":1566005449,"created_at_utc_B":1566008355,"score_A":4,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"No. It's not possible. Your better off replacing it with the same engine.","human_ref_B":"Your best bet is an engine from harbor freight","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2906.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex4jupo","c_root_id_B":"ex4ioml","created_at_utc_A":1566005989,"created_at_utc_B":1566005449,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Chainsaw motor? Likely not, they don't have much HP. Prop motor for a small fishing boat? Yes it's been done before in a Honda Civic. If I remember correctly they could only get one wheel powered, but the car moved under it's own power despite visibility being awful from the laughably tall motor sitting right in front of the driver","human_ref_B":"No. It's not possible. Your better off replacing it with the same engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":540.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex4v5yy","c_root_id_B":"ex4ioml","created_at_utc_A":1566011519,"created_at_utc_B":1566005449,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Spank (the Lemons legend) put a motorcycle engine into a Prius once.   Chain drive to the transmission.    I don't think a chainsaw motor will have the power to do what you want it to do, and you'll have a tough time getting the centrifugal clutch right.  A kart motor or a motorcycle motor are better bets.","human_ref_B":"No. It's not possible. Your better off replacing it with the same engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6070.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex4ioml","c_root_id_B":"ex4uk0h","created_at_utc_A":1566005449,"created_at_utc_B":1566011207,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"No. It's not possible. Your better off replacing it with the same engine.","human_ref_B":"If you take the MPG and work backwards you can figure out what kind of average HP you actually use, and it's surprisingly low. If you get 30mpg at 60mph with an engine that's about 30 percent efficient, you're using about 13hp (been a while since I worked it out). The reason you need 100+ hp is to accelerate rapidly and deal with hills, but on flat ground 13hp should be enough to get to 60 ish.   Most powerful chainsaw I'm aware of is the MS660, which is somewhere around 8 or 9hp IIRC. They also run about 12000 rpms so you'll have to gear down at least 2:1, and you'll probably blow it up running wide open for a long time. Better yet, find a v-twin riding mower with a horizontal shaft. They are available up to about 25hp and with more low rpm torque.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5758.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex5a5fu","c_root_id_B":"ex4ioml","created_at_utc_A":1566019650,"created_at_utc_B":1566005449,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Doubt a chainsaw motor would be able to do it, but a lawnmower might.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bpbCHK_ou-4","human_ref_B":"No. It's not possible. Your better off replacing it with the same engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14201.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"crfaiw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Could you power a 96 Geo Tracker with a chainsaw engine? My friend recently blew up his tracker and was thinking about scrapping it when I jokingly suggested engine swapping it with a chainsaw. He really liked this idea and is considering doing it. I just wanna know if there\u2019s any chance this could work, it sounds really fun and we were looking for a project. Would we be wasting our time trying? We would only use it off road.","c_root_id_A":"ex5a5fu","c_root_id_B":"ex50nqq","created_at_utc_A":1566019650,"created_at_utc_B":1566014456,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Doubt a chainsaw motor would be able to do it, but a lawnmower might.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bpbCHK_ou-4","human_ref_B":"My dad's big ol' Farm Boss chain saw has something like 3.5hp; while chainsaws do have centrifugal(?) clutches (so you wouldn't need a transmission), I don't think that'd cut it, even if you mounted one to each wheel.   Could be wrong ofc, but that's my armchair thinking.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5194.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"bliih9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"ARCO gas bad? Compared to Shell, Chevron, 76, Mobil and Texaco. I used to have a Corolla that I put ARCO with weekly. 2 weeks ago I bought a manual V6 Mustang and I only put 76 and Chevron so far. Gas prices here in Cali keeps going up so I\u2019m wondering since ARCO is cheap, is the quality bad even if it\u2019s a \u201cTop Tier\u201d brand","c_root_id_A":"emorghz","c_root_id_B":"emox4ax","created_at_utc_A":1557183010,"created_at_utc_B":1557186602,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Probably not. I wouldn't overthink gas quality too much tbh. If ARCO is Top Tier then I'd just tooky with it. If you start having issues then you can possibly narrow it down to gas, but that's \"if\".","human_ref_B":"All gasoline in California has to meet or exceed the same standard. You can't buy bad gas from an AQMD certified station. So unless you're buying gas from some archaic mom and pop station in BFE that makes their own or some shit, you don't have to think twice about buying gas from any big name station vs any other. It's all effectively the same.  Yes, they each claim to have their own special sauce of additives and detergents and so on. But honestly what they're allowed to add it is severely limited and in negligible proportions. Most sellers are putting the same shit in the gas, just in different quantities and than they claim *their* mix is the best.   If you *really* want to be anal about it, the best *probable* results would be to buy from all of them in rotation. But that is seriously overkill. You'd be better off spending the time and effort and attention on regular maintenance, it will do more for the longevity of the vehicle than being a snob about gas brands.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3592.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bliih9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"ARCO gas bad? Compared to Shell, Chevron, 76, Mobil and Texaco. I used to have a Corolla that I put ARCO with weekly. 2 weeks ago I bought a manual V6 Mustang and I only put 76 and Chevron so far. Gas prices here in Cali keeps going up so I\u2019m wondering since ARCO is cheap, is the quality bad even if it\u2019s a \u201cTop Tier\u201d brand","c_root_id_A":"emox4ax","c_root_id_B":"emosq0g","created_at_utc_A":1557186602,"created_at_utc_B":1557183800,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"All gasoline in California has to meet or exceed the same standard. You can't buy bad gas from an AQMD certified station. So unless you're buying gas from some archaic mom and pop station in BFE that makes their own or some shit, you don't have to think twice about buying gas from any big name station vs any other. It's all effectively the same.  Yes, they each claim to have their own special sauce of additives and detergents and so on. But honestly what they're allowed to add it is severely limited and in negligible proportions. Most sellers are putting the same shit in the gas, just in different quantities and than they claim *their* mix is the best.   If you *really* want to be anal about it, the best *probable* results would be to buy from all of them in rotation. But that is seriously overkill. You'd be better off spending the time and effort and attention on regular maintenance, it will do more for the longevity of the vehicle than being a snob about gas brands.","human_ref_B":"Should be fine its top tier. I avoid the small no name stations. Those can be using harmful additives to keep price down.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2802.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bliih9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"ARCO gas bad? Compared to Shell, Chevron, 76, Mobil and Texaco. I used to have a Corolla that I put ARCO with weekly. 2 weeks ago I bought a manual V6 Mustang and I only put 76 and Chevron so far. Gas prices here in Cali keeps going up so I\u2019m wondering since ARCO is cheap, is the quality bad even if it\u2019s a \u201cTop Tier\u201d brand","c_root_id_A":"emotvih","c_root_id_B":"emox4ax","created_at_utc_A":1557184557,"created_at_utc_B":1557186602,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"No but fuck ARCO anyway with their nickle and dime fees.","human_ref_B":"All gasoline in California has to meet or exceed the same standard. You can't buy bad gas from an AQMD certified station. So unless you're buying gas from some archaic mom and pop station in BFE that makes their own or some shit, you don't have to think twice about buying gas from any big name station vs any other. It's all effectively the same.  Yes, they each claim to have their own special sauce of additives and detergents and so on. But honestly what they're allowed to add it is severely limited and in negligible proportions. Most sellers are putting the same shit in the gas, just in different quantities and than they claim *their* mix is the best.   If you *really* want to be anal about it, the best *probable* results would be to buy from all of them in rotation. But that is seriously overkill. You'd be better off spending the time and effort and attention on regular maintenance, it will do more for the longevity of the vehicle than being a snob about gas brands.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2045.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"5z5nzh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why don't you like Hondas? I don't understand why you guys hate on Hondas when it comes to modding? More specifically Honda Civics. Recently in a few threads people have been asking questions about Honda Civics and like 90% of the people said don't touch it or get another car like to mod.","c_root_id_A":"devnq6h","c_root_id_B":"devi6yo","created_at_utc_A":1489428683,"created_at_utc_B":1489422540,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I've owned 2 Honda's, my current being a 99 hatch with a b16a swap.  I don't drive like a dick. I don't race people. I don't have a super loud exhaust. I don't have stickers all over the car. I don't have stupidly bright headlights that blind people in the other side of the road.  I still get called a faggot for driving a near stock looking hatch, so apparently people just have nothing better to do than hate on what other people spend their time and money on.","human_ref_B":"I love Hondas.  I hate what most people do to them.  This is also true of a lot of cars--Mustangs, 240sx's, etc.  They take a well engineered car and ruin it by throwing garbage parts on it.  Otherwise, a Civic can be a fine project car depending on the end goal of the vehicle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6143.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"5z5nzh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why don't you like Hondas? I don't understand why you guys hate on Hondas when it comes to modding? More specifically Honda Civics. Recently in a few threads people have been asking questions about Honda Civics and like 90% of the people said don't touch it or get another car like to mod.","c_root_id_A":"devnq6h","c_root_id_B":"devit8m","created_at_utc_A":1489428683,"created_at_utc_B":1489423235,"score_A":12,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I've owned 2 Honda's, my current being a 99 hatch with a b16a swap.  I don't drive like a dick. I don't race people. I don't have a super loud exhaust. I don't have stickers all over the car. I don't have stupidly bright headlights that blind people in the other side of the road.  I still get called a faggot for driving a near stock looking hatch, so apparently people just have nothing better to do than hate on what other people spend their time and money on.","human_ref_B":"The S2000 is well loved in this community, but I think more than anything it's because it's RWD while most Hondas are FWD, and most car people don't take FWD cars seriously.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5448.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5z5nzh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why don't you like Hondas? I don't understand why you guys hate on Hondas when it comes to modding? More specifically Honda Civics. Recently in a few threads people have been asking questions about Honda Civics and like 90% of the people said don't touch it or get another car like to mod.","c_root_id_A":"devlfft","c_root_id_B":"devnq6h","created_at_utc_A":1489426147,"created_at_utc_B":1489428683,"score_A":5,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"I think the community around them ruined the image for most people. Theyre heavily associated with some of the least popular mod styles (rice, stance, etc). Those communities definitely have fans, but i think alot of people look down at them.","human_ref_B":"I've owned 2 Honda's, my current being a 99 hatch with a b16a swap.  I don't drive like a dick. I don't race people. I don't have a super loud exhaust. I don't have stickers all over the car. I don't have stupidly bright headlights that blind people in the other side of the road.  I still get called a faggot for driving a near stock looking hatch, so apparently people just have nothing better to do than hate on what other people spend their time and money on.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2536.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"5z5nzh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Why don't you like Hondas? I don't understand why you guys hate on Hondas when it comes to modding? More specifically Honda Civics. Recently in a few threads people have been asking questions about Honda Civics and like 90% of the people said don't touch it or get another car like to mod.","c_root_id_A":"devi6yo","c_root_id_B":"devit8m","created_at_utc_A":1489422540,"created_at_utc_B":1489423235,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I love Hondas.  I hate what most people do to them.  This is also true of a lot of cars--Mustangs, 240sx's, etc.  They take a well engineered car and ruin it by throwing garbage parts on it.  Otherwise, a Civic can be a fine project car depending on the end goal of the vehicle.","human_ref_B":"The S2000 is well loved in this community, but I think more than anything it's because it's RWD while most Hondas are FWD, and most car people don't take FWD cars seriously.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":695.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"553dxm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Wheels need to come off. Anyone recognize these lug nuts? Bought car with aftermarket wheels but I've got no idea what these lugs are. Can't get them off since I can't find the proper socket. Anyone recognize them?  https:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/ysnJq","c_root_id_A":"d8794ho","c_root_id_B":"d87ainw","created_at_utc_A":1475174753,"created_at_utc_B":1475176542,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Looks a lot like a parts store wheel lock kit. I would personally find whatever socket fits them the best and remove them like that, or you can likely find the matching key on Amazon or somewhere.","human_ref_B":"Looks like splined lug nuts, usually used on aftermarket wheels that won't fit normal lug nuts. Try this to get them off. https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/aw\/d\/B00OKXDEVA\/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475176442&sr=1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1789.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"553dxm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Wheels need to come off. Anyone recognize these lug nuts? Bought car with aftermarket wheels but I've got no idea what these lugs are. Can't get them off since I can't find the proper socket. Anyone recognize them?  https:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/ysnJq","c_root_id_A":"d87ainw","c_root_id_B":"d879rp4","created_at_utc_A":1475176542,"created_at_utc_B":1475175581,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Looks like splined lug nuts, usually used on aftermarket wheels that won't fit normal lug nuts. Try this to get them off. https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/aw\/d\/B00OKXDEVA\/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475176442&sr=1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65","human_ref_B":"If all else fails you can go to any parts store and get a lug\/bolt removal kit. It's usually two to five pieces and though there are a few different styles they'll accomplish the same thing. They'll grab that lug regardless of it's shape or pattern and allow you to torque it off. You'll want to get replacement lugs while you're at it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":961.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"553dxm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Wheels need to come off. Anyone recognize these lug nuts? Bought car with aftermarket wheels but I've got no idea what these lugs are. Can't get them off since I can't find the proper socket. Anyone recognize them?  https:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/ysnJq","c_root_id_A":"d87ainw","c_root_id_B":"d87a6a2","created_at_utc_A":1475176542,"created_at_utc_B":1475176104,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Looks like splined lug nuts, usually used on aftermarket wheels that won't fit normal lug nuts. Try this to get them off. https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/aw\/d\/B00OKXDEVA\/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475176442&sr=1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65","human_ref_B":"Wheel locks.  Do what the thieves do here in Oakland.  Buy a cheapie socket that you can smash onto the lug and loosen them that way.   Before you do that, look in the glove compartment for the lug key. Should have a male hex at one end, and a female at the other that fits these lugs.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":438.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"4s7swb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Has a drivetrain with RWD and switchable AWD ever been made? So I had a crazy idea. A car that could be driven in both RWD and AWD with the touch of a button. I know about 4x4's and how the transfer box works, but that only has two gears for the front wheels. And I know that it is possible to have a FWD car with part-time AWD, like newer crossovers and small suv's. But I'm thinking about having a muscle car where it could instantly turn into a Subaru Legacy. I'd imagine the switch to be like it was in the Loyale, to switch in on at any time. Has something like this ever been made? is it even possible?","c_root_id_A":"d578a3u","c_root_id_B":"d578et7","created_at_utc_A":1468193978,"created_at_utc_B":1468194209,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Newer G Classes  have lockable diff buttons. You're supposed to lock center, rear then front to avoid damage, but hypothetically you could just lock the the rear then center. (May damage the drive train and components though)","human_ref_B":"The Jeep Grand Wagoneer has a switch to go from RWD to 4WD, is that what you're talking about? Obviously not a sports car though.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":231.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9d47g","c_root_id_B":"iw9fqj3","created_at_utc_A":1668380726,"created_at_utc_B":1668381865,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Vice Grip Garage most definitely  If you wanna go towards machinery and tractors, Diesle Creek and Marty T","human_ref_B":"* Bad Obsession Motorsports (Project Binky) -- the ULTIMATE restoration.  took almost a decade to restore a 1980 MINI Cooper - and WORTH EVERY MINUTE OF IT.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/BadObsessionMotorsport  * Finnegan's Garage.  Mike Finnegan (from Roadkill).  Drag racing builds.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/FinnegansGarage  * Jay Leno's Garage.  It's Jay Leno.  He owns every cool car ever made and loves to tell you about them.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/jaylenosgarage  * Rainman Ray's Repairs.  Daily life of a mechanic. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/RainmanRaysRepairs  * South Main Auto.  Mechanic documenting all his repairs.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/SouthMainAutoRepairAvoca  * Legit Street Cars.  Totally legit.  everything from repairs to restorations to cost-effective flipping to cool tips.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/LegitStreetCars  * Vice Grip Garage.  \"hasn't run in 30 years.  Driving it 700 miles home tomorrow.  I'm sure it'll be fine.\"  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/ViceGripGarage  * Fuzzy Dice Projects.  Learning how to restore out of a pole barn.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/FuzzyDiceProjects  * Ronald Finger.  Full restoration of an 85 Fiero.  Very well done.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/hackmandude12  * ChrisFix.  DIY repair howto. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/chrisfix  * B is for Build.  Customization and one-off builds.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/BisforBuild  * Humble Mechanic.  All things VW.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/HumbleMechanic  * Uncle Tony's Garage.  If it's made before 1972 it's awesome.  Muscle and Carbs.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UncleTonysGarage","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1139.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9bsme","c_root_id_B":"iw9fqj3","created_at_utc_A":1668380151,"created_at_utc_B":1668381865,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"ChrisFix South Main Auto Vice Grip Garage","human_ref_B":"* Bad Obsession Motorsports (Project Binky) -- the ULTIMATE restoration.  took almost a decade to restore a 1980 MINI Cooper - and WORTH EVERY MINUTE OF IT.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/BadObsessionMotorsport  * Finnegan's Garage.  Mike Finnegan (from Roadkill).  Drag racing builds.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/FinnegansGarage  * Jay Leno's Garage.  It's Jay Leno.  He owns every cool car ever made and loves to tell you about them.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/jaylenosgarage  * Rainman Ray's Repairs.  Daily life of a mechanic. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/RainmanRaysRepairs  * South Main Auto.  Mechanic documenting all his repairs.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/SouthMainAutoRepairAvoca  * Legit Street Cars.  Totally legit.  everything from repairs to restorations to cost-effective flipping to cool tips.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/LegitStreetCars  * Vice Grip Garage.  \"hasn't run in 30 years.  Driving it 700 miles home tomorrow.  I'm sure it'll be fine.\"  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/ViceGripGarage  * Fuzzy Dice Projects.  Learning how to restore out of a pole barn.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/FuzzyDiceProjects  * Ronald Finger.  Full restoration of an 85 Fiero.  Very well done.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/hackmandude12  * ChrisFix.  DIY repair howto. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/chrisfix  * B is for Build.  Customization and one-off builds.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/BisforBuild  * Humble Mechanic.  All things VW.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/HumbleMechanic  * Uncle Tony's Garage.  If it's made before 1972 it's awesome.  Muscle and Carbs.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/UncleTonysGarage","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1714.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9bsme","c_root_id_B":"iw9d47g","created_at_utc_A":1668380151,"created_at_utc_B":1668380726,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"ChrisFix South Main Auto Vice Grip Garage","human_ref_B":"Vice Grip Garage most definitely  If you wanna go towards machinery and tractors, Diesle Creek and Marty T","labels":0,"seconds_difference":575.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9bsme","c_root_id_B":"iw9q9k9","created_at_utc_A":1668380151,"created_at_utc_B":1668386574,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"ChrisFix South Main Auto Vice Grip Garage","human_ref_B":"Allow me to suggest a few more:  WatchJRGo  TheLateBrakeShow  MightyCarMods  100PercentJake  Speed Academy  Elliott Alvis  Aging Wheels  Rich Rebuilds  Epicentre Garage  Marie Motors  Memphis  retropowercars  RRC Restoration  I tried to leave out the channels already mentioned (like M539, Bad Obsession and Legit Street Cars), those are obviously must see's. I also left out channels that do car reviews, like Throttle House and others.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6423.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9q9k9","c_root_id_B":"iw9pgcw","created_at_utc_A":1668386574,"created_at_utc_B":1668386200,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Allow me to suggest a few more:  WatchJRGo  TheLateBrakeShow  MightyCarMods  100PercentJake  Speed Academy  Elliott Alvis  Aging Wheels  Rich Rebuilds  Epicentre Garage  Marie Motors  Memphis  retropowercars  RRC Restoration  I tried to leave out the channels already mentioned (like M539, Bad Obsession and Legit Street Cars), those are obviously must see's. I also left out channels that do car reviews, like Throttle House and others.","human_ref_B":"Mustie1","labels":1,"seconds_difference":374.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9u5th","c_root_id_B":"iw9bsme","created_at_utc_A":1668388393,"created_at_utc_B":1668380151,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Donut Media  Gingium  BoostedBoiz  Richard Holdener  Stanceworks  Taylor Ray  Gears & Gasoline  Frankenstein Motorworks  Skid Factory  Superfast Matt  Rob Dahm","human_ref_B":"ChrisFix South Main Auto Vice Grip Garage","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8242.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"yufwgw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars? Who are your favourite YouTubers who fix, repair and restore cars?  These are my favourites:  Samcrac  Ratarossa  M539  Mat Armstrong  Number27   Can anyone recommend any more?","c_root_id_A":"iw9pgcw","c_root_id_B":"iw9u5th","created_at_utc_A":1668386200,"created_at_utc_B":1668388393,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Mustie1","human_ref_B":"Donut Media  Gingium  BoostedBoiz  Richard Holdener  Stanceworks  Taylor Ray  Gears & Gasoline  Frankenstein Motorworks  Skid Factory  Superfast Matt  Rob Dahm","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2193.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"y5lwdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Carvana\u2019s sister company (Bridgecrest Finance) has a GPS tracker on my car but I can\u2019t locate it? So here\u2019s some information on what happened\u2026 I am 2 car payments behind and last night I went out to my car to find 2 repo guys breaking into it. As I came out the door they ran with their flashlights and jumped into a car and took off and I came to find my trunk was open. They were probably trying to break in to release my emergency brake (can\u2019t slid beneath because car is to low to ground) and take the car out of gear (manual transmission and I always kept car parked in gear) so that they could then pull up with their repo truck and be able to pick up the car with no problems and leave quick. After that I did some research and found that Bridgecrest (Carvanas financing agency) will send repo men to get a car that\u2019s only 1 payment behind. They do not mess around. So back to my original subject\u2026 my car was located at a friends house, I\u2019ve never disclosed this location to Carvana and I have zero ties to it (no mail there, no residence, etc). So I know for a fact they have a GPS tracker on my car. I\u2019ve done a full visual inspection inside under dash on driver and passenger side, trunk area, spare tire area, under seats, etc. but I cannot seem to locate it. Can anyone help?? I\u2019m making my payments today as I was only behind due to a hardship but I have the funds so I\u2019m not worried about them taking the car, the problem here is I do not want to be tracked. I am also going to be looking into my signing agreement to see if there is anything mentioning that they are allowed to track me. If there is nothing there I will be seeking an attorney to sue for invasion of privacy. In the mean time, I want this GPS out of the car. Thanks all for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ism0nhb","c_root_id_B":"iskc9p3","created_at_utc_A":1665964691,"created_at_utc_B":1665940369,"score_A":38,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Repo guys who have an active order of repossession will not stop because you appear. Those were thieves.  Additionally you signed a contract that allows them to install that tracker and disabling or removing it will probably make you incur additional fees.","human_ref_B":"How do you know it was not thieves.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24322.0,"score_ratio":2.7142857143}
{"post_id":"y5lwdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Carvana\u2019s sister company (Bridgecrest Finance) has a GPS tracker on my car but I can\u2019t locate it? So here\u2019s some information on what happened\u2026 I am 2 car payments behind and last night I went out to my car to find 2 repo guys breaking into it. As I came out the door they ran with their flashlights and jumped into a car and took off and I came to find my trunk was open. They were probably trying to break in to release my emergency brake (can\u2019t slid beneath because car is to low to ground) and take the car out of gear (manual transmission and I always kept car parked in gear) so that they could then pull up with their repo truck and be able to pick up the car with no problems and leave quick. After that I did some research and found that Bridgecrest (Carvanas financing agency) will send repo men to get a car that\u2019s only 1 payment behind. They do not mess around. So back to my original subject\u2026 my car was located at a friends house, I\u2019ve never disclosed this location to Carvana and I have zero ties to it (no mail there, no residence, etc). So I know for a fact they have a GPS tracker on my car. I\u2019ve done a full visual inspection inside under dash on driver and passenger side, trunk area, spare tire area, under seats, etc. but I cannot seem to locate it. Can anyone help?? I\u2019m making my payments today as I was only behind due to a hardship but I have the funds so I\u2019m not worried about them taking the car, the problem here is I do not want to be tracked. I am also going to be looking into my signing agreement to see if there is anything mentioning that they are allowed to track me. If there is nothing there I will be seeking an attorney to sue for invasion of privacy. In the mean time, I want this GPS out of the car. Thanks all for your help!","c_root_id_A":"islzu0w","c_root_id_B":"ism0nhb","created_at_utc_A":1665964301,"created_at_utc_B":1665964691,"score_A":14,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"Repo men wouldn't have stopped. It was a theft attempt.","human_ref_B":"Repo guys who have an active order of repossession will not stop because you appear. Those were thieves.  Additionally you signed a contract that allows them to install that tracker and disabling or removing it will probably make you incur additional fees.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":390.0,"score_ratio":2.7142857143}
{"post_id":"y5lwdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Carvana\u2019s sister company (Bridgecrest Finance) has a GPS tracker on my car but I can\u2019t locate it? So here\u2019s some information on what happened\u2026 I am 2 car payments behind and last night I went out to my car to find 2 repo guys breaking into it. As I came out the door they ran with their flashlights and jumped into a car and took off and I came to find my trunk was open. They were probably trying to break in to release my emergency brake (can\u2019t slid beneath because car is to low to ground) and take the car out of gear (manual transmission and I always kept car parked in gear) so that they could then pull up with their repo truck and be able to pick up the car with no problems and leave quick. After that I did some research and found that Bridgecrest (Carvanas financing agency) will send repo men to get a car that\u2019s only 1 payment behind. They do not mess around. So back to my original subject\u2026 my car was located at a friends house, I\u2019ve never disclosed this location to Carvana and I have zero ties to it (no mail there, no residence, etc). So I know for a fact they have a GPS tracker on my car. I\u2019ve done a full visual inspection inside under dash on driver and passenger side, trunk area, spare tire area, under seats, etc. but I cannot seem to locate it. Can anyone help?? I\u2019m making my payments today as I was only behind due to a hardship but I have the funds so I\u2019m not worried about them taking the car, the problem here is I do not want to be tracked. I am also going to be looking into my signing agreement to see if there is anything mentioning that they are allowed to track me. If there is nothing there I will be seeking an attorney to sue for invasion of privacy. In the mean time, I want this GPS out of the car. Thanks all for your help!","c_root_id_A":"iskvjng","c_root_id_B":"ism0nhb","created_at_utc_A":1665947626,"created_at_utc_B":1665964691,"score_A":4,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"Your car was stolen, and not by repo guys","human_ref_B":"Repo guys who have an active order of repossession will not stop because you appear. Those were thieves.  Additionally you signed a contract that allows them to install that tracker and disabling or removing it will probably make you incur additional fees.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17065.0,"score_ratio":9.5}
{"post_id":"y5lwdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Carvana\u2019s sister company (Bridgecrest Finance) has a GPS tracker on my car but I can\u2019t locate it? So here\u2019s some information on what happened\u2026 I am 2 car payments behind and last night I went out to my car to find 2 repo guys breaking into it. As I came out the door they ran with their flashlights and jumped into a car and took off and I came to find my trunk was open. They were probably trying to break in to release my emergency brake (can\u2019t slid beneath because car is to low to ground) and take the car out of gear (manual transmission and I always kept car parked in gear) so that they could then pull up with their repo truck and be able to pick up the car with no problems and leave quick. After that I did some research and found that Bridgecrest (Carvanas financing agency) will send repo men to get a car that\u2019s only 1 payment behind. They do not mess around. So back to my original subject\u2026 my car was located at a friends house, I\u2019ve never disclosed this location to Carvana and I have zero ties to it (no mail there, no residence, etc). So I know for a fact they have a GPS tracker on my car. I\u2019ve done a full visual inspection inside under dash on driver and passenger side, trunk area, spare tire area, under seats, etc. but I cannot seem to locate it. Can anyone help?? I\u2019m making my payments today as I was only behind due to a hardship but I have the funds so I\u2019m not worried about them taking the car, the problem here is I do not want to be tracked. I am also going to be looking into my signing agreement to see if there is anything mentioning that they are allowed to track me. If there is nothing there I will be seeking an attorney to sue for invasion of privacy. In the mean time, I want this GPS out of the car. Thanks all for your help!","c_root_id_A":"islzu0w","c_root_id_B":"iskvjng","created_at_utc_A":1665964301,"created_at_utc_B":1665947626,"score_A":14,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Repo men wouldn't have stopped. It was a theft attempt.","human_ref_B":"Your car was stolen, and not by repo guys","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16675.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"y5lwdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Carvana\u2019s sister company (Bridgecrest Finance) has a GPS tracker on my car but I can\u2019t locate it? So here\u2019s some information on what happened\u2026 I am 2 car payments behind and last night I went out to my car to find 2 repo guys breaking into it. As I came out the door they ran with their flashlights and jumped into a car and took off and I came to find my trunk was open. They were probably trying to break in to release my emergency brake (can\u2019t slid beneath because car is to low to ground) and take the car out of gear (manual transmission and I always kept car parked in gear) so that they could then pull up with their repo truck and be able to pick up the car with no problems and leave quick. After that I did some research and found that Bridgecrest (Carvanas financing agency) will send repo men to get a car that\u2019s only 1 payment behind. They do not mess around. So back to my original subject\u2026 my car was located at a friends house, I\u2019ve never disclosed this location to Carvana and I have zero ties to it (no mail there, no residence, etc). So I know for a fact they have a GPS tracker on my car. I\u2019ve done a full visual inspection inside under dash on driver and passenger side, trunk area, spare tire area, under seats, etc. but I cannot seem to locate it. Can anyone help?? I\u2019m making my payments today as I was only behind due to a hardship but I have the funds so I\u2019m not worried about them taking the car, the problem here is I do not want to be tracked. I am also going to be looking into my signing agreement to see if there is anything mentioning that they are allowed to track me. If there is nothing there I will be seeking an attorney to sue for invasion of privacy. In the mean time, I want this GPS out of the car. Thanks all for your help!","c_root_id_A":"ism81re","c_root_id_B":"iskvjng","created_at_utc_A":1665968068,"created_at_utc_B":1665947626,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Repo guys won\u2019t run off.","human_ref_B":"Your car was stolen, and not by repo guys","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20442.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"irnys78","c_root_id_B":"irnx1gv","created_at_utc_A":1665340369,"created_at_utc_B":1665339682,"score_A":21,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Set your heater to only blow on the windshield.","human_ref_B":"Isn't diluted vinegar wipe down inside suppose to prevent fogging?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":687.0,"score_ratio":5.25}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"irnzjxz","c_root_id_B":"irnx1gv","created_at_utc_A":1665340671,"created_at_utc_B":1665339682,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Use your defroster","human_ref_B":"Isn't diluted vinegar wipe down inside suppose to prevent fogging?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":989.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"irpchga","c_root_id_B":"irnx1gv","created_at_utc_A":1665361915,"created_at_utc_B":1665339682,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Set your HVAC to defrost; icon should look like this  note that the window is curved, not rectangular that's for your rear window.  Turn on your A\/C if it doesn't turn on automatically.  I would also recommend changing your HVAC to recirculation mode; icon should look like this.      Your A\/C in this situation is for removing moisture from the air, that will keep your windshield from re-fogging.","human_ref_B":"Isn't diluted vinegar wipe down inside suppose to prevent fogging?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22233.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"iroadbk","c_root_id_B":"irpchga","created_at_utc_A":1665344927,"created_at_utc_B":1665361915,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"In addition to what people said here, roll your windows down until your car heater warms up. Your breath will condensate on the inside of the windshield and fog it up pretty bad. You need to get enough ventilation so that your hot and humid breath is vented out of the car","human_ref_B":"Set your HVAC to defrost; icon should look like this  note that the window is curved, not rectangular that's for your rear window.  Turn on your A\/C if it doesn't turn on automatically.  I would also recommend changing your HVAC to recirculation mode; icon should look like this.      Your A\/C in this situation is for removing moisture from the air, that will keep your windshield from re-fogging.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16988.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"irolcmx","c_root_id_B":"irpchga","created_at_utc_A":1665349303,"created_at_utc_B":1665361915,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"You need to turn on your defroster and it will clear it up. If your defrost isn't working, then you need to get it repaired. You can't be driving when you can't see.","human_ref_B":"Set your HVAC to defrost; icon should look like this  note that the window is curved, not rectangular that's for your rear window.  Turn on your A\/C if it doesn't turn on automatically.  I would also recommend changing your HVAC to recirculation mode; icon should look like this.      Your A\/C in this situation is for removing moisture from the air, that will keep your windshield from re-fogging.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12612.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"irothi1","c_root_id_B":"irpchga","created_at_utc_A":1665352855,"created_at_utc_B":1665361915,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Adding to other comments, clean your windshield from inside. You can use any window cleaner, but please, don't use anything with ammonia. It will leave spots on your dashboard.","human_ref_B":"Set your HVAC to defrost; icon should look like this  note that the window is curved, not rectangular that's for your rear window.  Turn on your A\/C if it doesn't turn on automatically.  I would also recommend changing your HVAC to recirculation mode; icon should look like this.      Your A\/C in this situation is for removing moisture from the air, that will keep your windshield from re-fogging.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9060.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"irpchga","c_root_id_B":"irp2m1d","created_at_utc_A":1665361915,"created_at_utc_B":1665357094,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Set your HVAC to defrost; icon should look like this  note that the window is curved, not rectangular that's for your rear window.  Turn on your A\/C if it doesn't turn on automatically.  I would also recommend changing your HVAC to recirculation mode; icon should look like this.      Your A\/C in this situation is for removing moisture from the air, that will keep your windshield from re-fogging.","human_ref_B":"Open your heater and set it to blow on the windshield, also open a tiny bit off your windows. Should do the trick","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4821.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"xzscmm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How Do I Get Rid of a Foggy Front Windshield when it's cold and freezing rain outside? When it's cold outside, or when it's freezing raining, often, the Front Windshield will be icy. Before driving, I'll go and warm up the car to scrape and clean it off. However, once I start driving, the Front Windshield will begin to steam up, making it hard to see, which is a danger. And when it's freezing rain or spitting snow, wipers make it even worse and don't help, so it gets dangerous when the freezing rain\/snow accumulates and wipers don't help.  What do I do to get the Front Windshield clear in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"iroadbk","c_root_id_B":"irnx1gv","created_at_utc_A":1665344927,"created_at_utc_B":1665339682,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"In addition to what people said here, roll your windows down until your car heater warms up. Your breath will condensate on the inside of the windshield and fog it up pretty bad. You need to get enough ventilation so that your hot and humid breath is vented out of the car","human_ref_B":"Isn't diluted vinegar wipe down inside suppose to prevent fogging?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5245.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"wlx0jy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How do you car guys that live in snowy areas keep your car from rusting? I just moved to a snowy area (it only snows during the winter). But I don't want to leave my beloved car in a garage and drive a shit can all winter (also I'm not in a position to buy another car lol). Is there anything at all that I can do to stop the salt in the snow from rusting my car underneath?","c_root_id_A":"ijvxyjb","c_root_id_B":"ijvy8tt","created_at_utc_A":1660240969,"created_at_utc_B":1660241077,"score_A":5,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Use a lanolin based undercoating like Fluid Film. I agree that nothing is 100% effective but it's pretty close.","human_ref_B":"Hahahahaha. The best you can do is delay the inevitable by washing weekly and undercoating every other year. Coming from someone who drives a 2013 Subaru with 82k and was failed inspection due to undercarriage rust.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":108.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"wlx0jy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How do you car guys that live in snowy areas keep your car from rusting? I just moved to a snowy area (it only snows during the winter). But I don't want to leave my beloved car in a garage and drive a shit can all winter (also I'm not in a position to buy another car lol). Is there anything at all that I can do to stop the salt in the snow from rusting my car underneath?","c_root_id_A":"ijvxyjb","c_root_id_B":"ijw2zic","created_at_utc_A":1660240969,"created_at_utc_B":1660242879,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Use a lanolin based undercoating like Fluid Film. I agree that nothing is 100% effective but it's pretty close.","human_ref_B":"wash, then wash, then wash again, I wash with every fill in the winter, and make sure to go somewhere that does undercarriage or has an undercarriage wand if self service.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1910.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"vigq15","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Mice piss and shit in my car, I got my car cleaned and sanitized and carpets and leather treated but residual order keeps bringing the mice back and the cycle never ends. Is my only option to scrap my vehicle for a few hundred dollars and figure out alternate transport? Title says it all, I tried getting the carpets cleaned and treated completely sanitized, had everything done to it I could and they still told me that it's very difficult to remove the odor and the mice might keep coming back. I'm still finding droppings in my car and it smells terrible. Is my only option to scrap it and get what I can and find alternate transport?","c_root_id_A":"idd1y70","c_root_id_B":"idd5drh","created_at_utc_A":1655938285,"created_at_utc_B":1655939902,"score_A":13,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Mint spray","human_ref_B":"There's a spray called mighty mint rodent repellent,your car will smell like a stick of gum but it works.its available on Amazon","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1617.0,"score_ratio":1.3076923077}
{"post_id":"vigq15","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Mice piss and shit in my car, I got my car cleaned and sanitized and carpets and leather treated but residual order keeps bringing the mice back and the cycle never ends. Is my only option to scrap my vehicle for a few hundred dollars and figure out alternate transport? Title says it all, I tried getting the carpets cleaned and treated completely sanitized, had everything done to it I could and they still told me that it's very difficult to remove the odor and the mice might keep coming back. I'm still finding droppings in my car and it smells terrible. Is my only option to scrap it and get what I can and find alternate transport?","c_root_id_A":"idd1y70","c_root_id_B":"idd8knp","created_at_utc_A":1655938285,"created_at_utc_B":1655941428,"score_A":13,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Mint spray","human_ref_B":"Ozone for smell, but it isn\u2019t the smell that is bringing them back. It\u2019s the fact that your car is a safe, inviting spot for mice to enter. So, make it unsafe with traps. Literally surround your car with traps. Place sticky traps inside too.   Find any spots for entry, and get them filled and possibly baited. They are getting in somehow.   Hate to say it, but the problem would likely continue with a new car parked in the exact same spot. If it\u2019s summer where you are, park in the scorching hot sun. Consider honking your horn extremely loudly every hour. Consider an outdoor cat.  Disclaimer: I am not a \u201ccar guy,\u201d but I am fighting mice in a rental house and I\u2019m horrified of them finding a way into my car. It\u2019s baking in the sun right now.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3143.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769}
{"post_id":"vigq15","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Mice piss and shit in my car, I got my car cleaned and sanitized and carpets and leather treated but residual order keeps bringing the mice back and the cycle never ends. Is my only option to scrap my vehicle for a few hundred dollars and figure out alternate transport? Title says it all, I tried getting the carpets cleaned and treated completely sanitized, had everything done to it I could and they still told me that it's very difficult to remove the odor and the mice might keep coming back. I'm still finding droppings in my car and it smells terrible. Is my only option to scrap it and get what I can and find alternate transport?","c_root_id_A":"idd8knp","c_root_id_B":"idd7l1p","created_at_utc_A":1655941428,"created_at_utc_B":1655940955,"score_A":14,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Ozone for smell, but it isn\u2019t the smell that is bringing them back. It\u2019s the fact that your car is a safe, inviting spot for mice to enter. So, make it unsafe with traps. Literally surround your car with traps. Place sticky traps inside too.   Find any spots for entry, and get them filled and possibly baited. They are getting in somehow.   Hate to say it, but the problem would likely continue with a new car parked in the exact same spot. If it\u2019s summer where you are, park in the scorching hot sun. Consider honking your horn extremely loudly every hour. Consider an outdoor cat.  Disclaimer: I am not a \u201ccar guy,\u201d but I am fighting mice in a rental house and I\u2019m horrified of them finding a way into my car. It\u2019s baking in the sun right now.","human_ref_B":"Keep traps set. Keep food and water sources away. Deep clean carpets and upholstery.  Ozone.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":473.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
{"post_id":"vigq15","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Mice piss and shit in my car, I got my car cleaned and sanitized and carpets and leather treated but residual order keeps bringing the mice back and the cycle never ends. Is my only option to scrap my vehicle for a few hundred dollars and figure out alternate transport? Title says it all, I tried getting the carpets cleaned and treated completely sanitized, had everything done to it I could and they still told me that it's very difficult to remove the odor and the mice might keep coming back. I'm still finding droppings in my car and it smells terrible. Is my only option to scrap it and get what I can and find alternate transport?","c_root_id_A":"idd7l1p","c_root_id_B":"iddfox3","created_at_utc_A":1655940955,"created_at_utc_B":1655944869,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Keep traps set. Keep food and water sources away. Deep clean carpets and upholstery.  Ozone.","human_ref_B":"They obviously live wherever you\u2019re parking the car, if you get a new one they will just move into that one","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3914.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"vigq15","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Mice piss and shit in my car, I got my car cleaned and sanitized and carpets and leather treated but residual order keeps bringing the mice back and the cycle never ends. Is my only option to scrap my vehicle for a few hundred dollars and figure out alternate transport? Title says it all, I tried getting the carpets cleaned and treated completely sanitized, had everything done to it I could and they still told me that it's very difficult to remove the odor and the mice might keep coming back. I'm still finding droppings in my car and it smells terrible. Is my only option to scrap it and get what I can and find alternate transport?","c_root_id_A":"iddfox3","c_root_id_B":"iddee16","created_at_utc_A":1655944869,"created_at_utc_B":1655944239,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"They obviously live wherever you\u2019re parking the car, if you get a new one they will just move into that one","human_ref_B":"Where do you park it?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":630.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbloru","c_root_id_B":"ibc62hu","created_at_utc_A":1654481708,"created_at_utc_B":1654494863,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Get like a grand marquis or crown victoria they are very reliable cars from the 90s and they are timeless and growing in popularity","human_ref_B":"The other main thing to think about is safety, newer cars are just a little safer, it's night and day. Take a look at this video that puts a 1992 compact car versus a 2016 example. When it's your only car and you're driving lots of miles with lots of \/r\/IdiotsInCars out there, I'd want the safety. When the bars let out at 2am while you're on the way to pick up more energy drinks for your all nighter, I'd want the safety. Etc.  That doesn't mean if you get something newer, reliable, and soulless as your DD you give up the dream. That other expensive hobby you're looking at could easily be a 2nd project car. Or just put it off for a little, it's not the end of the world if you don't do it now. That way you can have a full time income with a garage so you can enjoy your RHD FD that won't start all the time, and burns a quart of oil a week.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13155.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc62hu","c_root_id_B":"ibbxhea","created_at_utc_A":1654494863,"created_at_utc_B":1654488519,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The other main thing to think about is safety, newer cars are just a little safer, it's night and day. Take a look at this video that puts a 1992 compact car versus a 2016 example. When it's your only car and you're driving lots of miles with lots of \/r\/IdiotsInCars out there, I'd want the safety. When the bars let out at 2am while you're on the way to pick up more energy drinks for your all nighter, I'd want the safety. Etc.  That doesn't mean if you get something newer, reliable, and soulless as your DD you give up the dream. That other expensive hobby you're looking at could easily be a 2nd project car. Or just put it off for a little, it's not the end of the world if you don't do it now. That way you can have a full time income with a garage so you can enjoy your RHD FD that won't start all the time, and burns a quart of oil a week.","human_ref_B":"My 96 camry sees redline and 110 mph everyday and loves it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6344.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc62hu","c_root_id_B":"ibc26nm","created_at_utc_A":1654494863,"created_at_utc_B":1654491826,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The other main thing to think about is safety, newer cars are just a little safer, it's night and day. Take a look at this video that puts a 1992 compact car versus a 2016 example. When it's your only car and you're driving lots of miles with lots of \/r\/IdiotsInCars out there, I'd want the safety. When the bars let out at 2am while you're on the way to pick up more energy drinks for your all nighter, I'd want the safety. Etc.  That doesn't mean if you get something newer, reliable, and soulless as your DD you give up the dream. That other expensive hobby you're looking at could easily be a 2nd project car. Or just put it off for a little, it's not the end of the world if you don't do it now. That way you can have a full time income with a garage so you can enjoy your RHD FD that won't start all the time, and burns a quart of oil a week.","human_ref_B":"if you want a different reliable 90s car? you looking in the wrong country  try the australian ford falcon instead. you can have up to a 1997 (EF\/EL)  and will do 1 million kilometers (or 650,000 miles) if you keep the servicing up. the most a japanese car will do is about 200,000km (not including diesels)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3037.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbx392","c_root_id_B":"ibc62hu","created_at_utc_A":1654488261,"created_at_utc_B":1654494863,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I daily a 90s car and it's still running great. It's American though (97 Town Car). Also I baby it. Don't rev or brake too hard, keep an eye on the oil, coolant and tranny fluid, and when something breaks I fix it ASAP. Even did my own ball joints last year.","human_ref_B":"The other main thing to think about is safety, newer cars are just a little safer, it's night and day. Take a look at this video that puts a 1992 compact car versus a 2016 example. When it's your only car and you're driving lots of miles with lots of \/r\/IdiotsInCars out there, I'd want the safety. When the bars let out at 2am while you're on the way to pick up more energy drinks for your all nighter, I'd want the safety. Etc.  That doesn't mean if you get something newer, reliable, and soulless as your DD you give up the dream. That other expensive hobby you're looking at could easily be a 2nd project car. Or just put it off for a little, it's not the end of the world if you don't do it now. That way you can have a full time income with a garage so you can enjoy your RHD FD that won't start all the time, and burns a quart of oil a week.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6602.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc62hu","c_root_id_B":"ibby7gu","created_at_utc_A":1654494863,"created_at_utc_B":1654489005,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The other main thing to think about is safety, newer cars are just a little safer, it's night and day. Take a look at this video that puts a 1992 compact car versus a 2016 example. When it's your only car and you're driving lots of miles with lots of \/r\/IdiotsInCars out there, I'd want the safety. When the bars let out at 2am while you're on the way to pick up more energy drinks for your all nighter, I'd want the safety. Etc.  That doesn't mean if you get something newer, reliable, and soulless as your DD you give up the dream. That other expensive hobby you're looking at could easily be a 2nd project car. Or just put it off for a little, it's not the end of the world if you don't do it now. That way you can have a full time income with a garage so you can enjoy your RHD FD that won't start all the time, and burns a quart of oil a week.","human_ref_B":"Do it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5858.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc62hu","c_root_id_B":"ibc2r3p","created_at_utc_A":1654494863,"created_at_utc_B":1654492255,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The other main thing to think about is safety, newer cars are just a little safer, it's night and day. Take a look at this video that puts a 1992 compact car versus a 2016 example. When it's your only car and you're driving lots of miles with lots of \/r\/IdiotsInCars out there, I'd want the safety. When the bars let out at 2am while you're on the way to pick up more energy drinks for your all nighter, I'd want the safety. Etc.  That doesn't mean if you get something newer, reliable, and soulless as your DD you give up the dream. That other expensive hobby you're looking at could easily be a 2nd project car. Or just put it off for a little, it's not the end of the world if you don't do it now. That way you can have a full time income with a garage so you can enjoy your RHD FD that won't start all the time, and burns a quart of oil a week.","human_ref_B":"Crown Vic is the 90s car to go with and super reliable.  95 and up any Corolla is pretty reliable and cheap to maintain. And I also think 90s corvettes are reliable and look awesome. Not much performance but still better then a Miata. And my personal favorite as I had a 92 mustang LX. Love the fox body and never had issues. Even if I did it\u2019s ford so it\u2019s cheap to maintain","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2608.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibckltr","c_root_id_B":"ibd36c0","created_at_utc_A":1654508310,"created_at_utc_B":1654521362,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Don't get a 3000GT. Repairs on those are a real bitch.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13052.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbxhea","c_root_id_B":"ibd36c0","created_at_utc_A":1654488519,"created_at_utc_B":1654521362,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"My 96 camry sees redline and 110 mph everyday and loves it","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32843.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibd36c0","c_root_id_B":"ibc26nm","created_at_utc_A":1654521362,"created_at_utc_B":1654491826,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","human_ref_B":"if you want a different reliable 90s car? you looking in the wrong country  try the australian ford falcon instead. you can have up to a 1997 (EF\/EL)  and will do 1 million kilometers (or 650,000 miles) if you keep the servicing up. the most a japanese car will do is about 200,000km (not including diesels)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29536.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbx392","c_root_id_B":"ibd36c0","created_at_utc_A":1654488261,"created_at_utc_B":1654521362,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I daily a 90s car and it's still running great. It's American though (97 Town Car). Also I baby it. Don't rev or brake too hard, keep an eye on the oil, coolant and tranny fluid, and when something breaks I fix it ASAP. Even did my own ball joints last year.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33101.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibby7gu","c_root_id_B":"ibd36c0","created_at_utc_A":1654489005,"created_at_utc_B":1654521362,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Do it.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":32357.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc2r3p","c_root_id_B":"ibd36c0","created_at_utc_A":1654492255,"created_at_utc_B":1654521362,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Crown Vic is the 90s car to go with and super reliable.  95 and up any Corolla is pretty reliable and cheap to maintain. And I also think 90s corvettes are reliable and look awesome. Not much performance but still better then a Miata. And my personal favorite as I had a 92 mustang LX. Love the fox body and never had issues. Even if I did it\u2019s ford so it\u2019s cheap to maintain","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29107.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibcnj3h","c_root_id_B":"ibd36c0","created_at_utc_A":1654510915,"created_at_utc_B":1654521362,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Depends on the car, and the condition it's in. It's easy to buy over priced junk. Junk because it was built that way or junk because it's been neglected and abused. A used car is only as reliable as its previous owner(s). You could buy an infamously reliable workhorse that's a big pile of shit because no one took care of it. You could buy a notorious hunk of junk thats been immaculately looked after. Just do you homework.","human_ref_B":"As someone who daily drives an '87, a '90, and is about to pick up another '87, prepare for endless repairs and unobtainable parts. Otherwise it's great fun.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10447.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbxhea","c_root_id_B":"ibckltr","created_at_utc_A":1654488519,"created_at_utc_B":1654508310,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"My 96 camry sees redline and 110 mph everyday and loves it","human_ref_B":"Don't get a 3000GT. Repairs on those are a real bitch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19791.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc26nm","c_root_id_B":"ibckltr","created_at_utc_A":1654491826,"created_at_utc_B":1654508310,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"if you want a different reliable 90s car? you looking in the wrong country  try the australian ford falcon instead. you can have up to a 1997 (EF\/EL)  and will do 1 million kilometers (or 650,000 miles) if you keep the servicing up. the most a japanese car will do is about 200,000km (not including diesels)","human_ref_B":"Don't get a 3000GT. Repairs on those are a real bitch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16484.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibckltr","c_root_id_B":"ibbx392","created_at_utc_A":1654508310,"created_at_utc_B":1654488261,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Don't get a 3000GT. Repairs on those are a real bitch.","human_ref_B":"I daily a 90s car and it's still running great. It's American though (97 Town Car). Also I baby it. Don't rev or brake too hard, keep an eye on the oil, coolant and tranny fluid, and when something breaks I fix it ASAP. Even did my own ball joints last year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20049.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibckltr","c_root_id_B":"ibby7gu","created_at_utc_A":1654508310,"created_at_utc_B":1654489005,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Don't get a 3000GT. Repairs on those are a real bitch.","human_ref_B":"Do it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19305.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibckltr","c_root_id_B":"ibc2r3p","created_at_utc_A":1654508310,"created_at_utc_B":1654492255,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Don't get a 3000GT. Repairs on those are a real bitch.","human_ref_B":"Crown Vic is the 90s car to go with and super reliable.  95 and up any Corolla is pretty reliable and cheap to maintain. And I also think 90s corvettes are reliable and look awesome. Not much performance but still better then a Miata. And my personal favorite as I had a 92 mustang LX. Love the fox body and never had issues. Even if I did it\u2019s ford so it\u2019s cheap to maintain","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16055.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbx392","c_root_id_B":"ibbxhea","created_at_utc_A":1654488261,"created_at_utc_B":1654488519,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily a 90s car and it's still running great. It's American though (97 Town Car). Also I baby it. Don't rev or brake too hard, keep an eye on the oil, coolant and tranny fluid, and when something breaks I fix it ASAP. Even did my own ball joints last year.","human_ref_B":"My 96 camry sees redline and 110 mph everyday and loves it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":258.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc26nm","c_root_id_B":"ibbx392","created_at_utc_A":1654491826,"created_at_utc_B":1654488261,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"if you want a different reliable 90s car? you looking in the wrong country  try the australian ford falcon instead. you can have up to a 1997 (EF\/EL)  and will do 1 million kilometers (or 650,000 miles) if you keep the servicing up. the most a japanese car will do is about 200,000km (not including diesels)","human_ref_B":"I daily a 90s car and it's still running great. It's American though (97 Town Car). Also I baby it. Don't rev or brake too hard, keep an eye on the oil, coolant and tranny fluid, and when something breaks I fix it ASAP. Even did my own ball joints last year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3565.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc26nm","c_root_id_B":"ibby7gu","created_at_utc_A":1654491826,"created_at_utc_B":1654489005,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"if you want a different reliable 90s car? you looking in the wrong country  try the australian ford falcon instead. you can have up to a 1997 (EF\/EL)  and will do 1 million kilometers (or 650,000 miles) if you keep the servicing up. the most a japanese car will do is about 200,000km (not including diesels)","human_ref_B":"Do it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2821.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibbx392","c_root_id_B":"ibd4is0","created_at_utc_A":1654488261,"created_at_utc_B":1654522083,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I daily a 90s car and it's still running great. It's American though (97 Town Car). Also I baby it. Don't rev or brake too hard, keep an eye on the oil, coolant and tranny fluid, and when something breaks I fix it ASAP. Even did my own ball joints last year.","human_ref_B":"Stop right there, as someone that driven and wrenched on 90\u2019s cars all their life, I\u2019ll tell you if you find a great unmolested example with low miles, it will can treat you right. Preventative maintenance is key, replace the things that you know will probably fail before they do. Sure it might take some weekends out of the year but the learning experience and the pride and satisfaction of driving something that you maintain is a feeling that stays.   Trust me\u2026 coming from someone that now drives a 2000 1st Gen RAV4 (last year they were made) You\u2019d be wrong to say it doesn\u2019t have tons of soul\u2026 it does  ;)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33822.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibby7gu","c_root_id_B":"ibd4is0","created_at_utc_A":1654489005,"created_at_utc_B":1654522083,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Do it.","human_ref_B":"Stop right there, as someone that driven and wrenched on 90\u2019s cars all their life, I\u2019ll tell you if you find a great unmolested example with low miles, it will can treat you right. Preventative maintenance is key, replace the things that you know will probably fail before they do. Sure it might take some weekends out of the year but the learning experience and the pride and satisfaction of driving something that you maintain is a feeling that stays.   Trust me\u2026 coming from someone that now drives a 2000 1st Gen RAV4 (last year they were made) You\u2019d be wrong to say it doesn\u2019t have tons of soul\u2026 it does  ;)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33078.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibc2r3p","c_root_id_B":"ibd4is0","created_at_utc_A":1654492255,"created_at_utc_B":1654522083,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Crown Vic is the 90s car to go with and super reliable.  95 and up any Corolla is pretty reliable and cheap to maintain. And I also think 90s corvettes are reliable and look awesome. Not much performance but still better then a Miata. And my personal favorite as I had a 92 mustang LX. Love the fox body and never had issues. Even if I did it\u2019s ford so it\u2019s cheap to maintain","human_ref_B":"Stop right there, as someone that driven and wrenched on 90\u2019s cars all their life, I\u2019ll tell you if you find a great unmolested example with low miles, it will can treat you right. Preventative maintenance is key, replace the things that you know will probably fail before they do. Sure it might take some weekends out of the year but the learning experience and the pride and satisfaction of driving something that you maintain is a feeling that stays.   Trust me\u2026 coming from someone that now drives a 2000 1st Gen RAV4 (last year they were made) You\u2019d be wrong to say it doesn\u2019t have tons of soul\u2026 it does  ;)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29828.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"v5rdcv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it worth getting a 90s car to daily? Posting here because I'm torn and looking for some advice.  I'm a college student looking to get a car for myself, as the one I drive is owned by my parents. I love 90s (and 80s) cars, especially from Japan. I love their sleek yet square exterior styling, how the interiors don't feel cheap and cookie cutter, the lack of useless electronics, mechanical mechanisms over electric, all that stuff. Anything from LS400s to 3000GTs to Civics to Preludes, I can't help but click on their Facebook Marketplace listings. However, I realize that many are approaching 30 years old now. Many are going to be up in miles, need repairs more often, have worse gas mileage and safety, and may leave me stranded.  My parents think I should only look for cars after 2000, although I can't help but think cars in this era within my price budget are soulless. Part of me just wants to give up and get a RAV-4 and put my money towards other costly hobbies I could enjoy. However, I still love cars and think if I'm ever going to own a fun car now's the time. What do you guys think? Should I lean towards reliability, or is there some silver bullet out there that I haven't seen?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ibd4is0","c_root_id_B":"ibcnj3h","created_at_utc_A":1654522083,"created_at_utc_B":1654510915,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Stop right there, as someone that driven and wrenched on 90\u2019s cars all their life, I\u2019ll tell you if you find a great unmolested example with low miles, it will can treat you right. Preventative maintenance is key, replace the things that you know will probably fail before they do. Sure it might take some weekends out of the year but the learning experience and the pride and satisfaction of driving something that you maintain is a feeling that stays.   Trust me\u2026 coming from someone that now drives a 2000 1st Gen RAV4 (last year they were made) You\u2019d be wrong to say it doesn\u2019t have tons of soul\u2026 it does  ;)","human_ref_B":"Depends on the car, and the condition it's in. It's easy to buy over priced junk. Junk because it was built that way or junk because it's been neglected and abused. A used car is only as reliable as its previous owner(s). You could buy an infamously reliable workhorse that's a big pile of shit because no one took care of it. You could buy a notorious hunk of junk thats been immaculately looked after. Just do you homework.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11168.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8p8tf9","c_root_id_B":"i8pafd7","created_at_utc_A":1652625998,"created_at_utc_B":1652626733,"score_A":19,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"10k is a shitty service interval regardless of if you have a turbocharger or not IMO.","human_ref_B":"I ran 10k intervals on my turbo vw, no issues. If you're concerned, send a sample of your oil to Blackstone laboratories, they'll tell you exactly what is going on with your oil, unlike anyone posting here.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":735.0,"score_ratio":1.2631578947}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8pafd7","c_root_id_B":"i8p9qkp","created_at_utc_A":1652626733,"created_at_utc_B":1652626419,"score_A":24,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I ran 10k intervals on my turbo vw, no issues. If you're concerned, send a sample of your oil to Blackstone laboratories, they'll tell you exactly what is going on with your oil, unlike anyone posting here.","human_ref_B":"5k is a safe bet if you want your turbos to last a long time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":314.0,"score_ratio":4.8}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8pafd7","c_root_id_B":"i8p92gc","created_at_utc_A":1652626733,"created_at_utc_B":1652626113,"score_A":24,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I ran 10k intervals on my turbo vw, no issues. If you're concerned, send a sample of your oil to Blackstone laboratories, they'll tell you exactly what is going on with your oil, unlike anyone posting here.","human_ref_B":"My sister's 2013 Camry does oil change every 10k miles. It's currently at 140k miles and no issues.  For performance vehicles and especially turbo charged vehicles, I personally would change at 7k if the recommended interval is at 10k per change.  Also depends a lot on the climate and how you drive.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":620.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8pafd7","c_root_id_B":"i8pa8vu","created_at_utc_A":1652626733,"created_at_utc_B":1652626650,"score_A":24,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I ran 10k intervals on my turbo vw, no issues. If you're concerned, send a sample of your oil to Blackstone laboratories, they'll tell you exactly what is going on with your oil, unlike anyone posting here.","human_ref_B":"Since the rotor in turbochargers are bearing-less, the rotor spins on a thin film of oil, I would lean toward changing oil sooner..... but, would give weight to the manufacturer's suggested intervals.  Synthetic oil makes it all possible to go 10,000 miles between changes.  My brother had a new Mercedes 240 (gas) sedan around 1980 and that car did 12,000 miles between changes. I don't remember if it used synthetic or not.  It's nothing new.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":83.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8pqp1r","c_root_id_B":"i8p9qkp","created_at_utc_A":1652633890,"created_at_utc_B":1652626419,"score_A":16,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Full synthetic should be fine every 10k. (Having said that, I do 5k. I\u2019m old. We used to change every 3k. Oils have gotten better and so have engines, but it still feels weird to me to wait that long. So, I compromised. Sure it\u2019s more expensive long term but it\u2019s not a great deal of money.)   TLDR: You can trust the manufacturers recommendation.","human_ref_B":"5k is a safe bet if you want your turbos to last a long time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7471.0,"score_ratio":3.2}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8p92gc","c_root_id_B":"i8pqp1r","created_at_utc_A":1652626113,"created_at_utc_B":1652633890,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"My sister's 2013 Camry does oil change every 10k miles. It's currently at 140k miles and no issues.  For performance vehicles and especially turbo charged vehicles, I personally would change at 7k if the recommended interval is at 10k per change.  Also depends a lot on the climate and how you drive.","human_ref_B":"Full synthetic should be fine every 10k. (Having said that, I do 5k. I\u2019m old. We used to change every 3k. Oils have gotten better and so have engines, but it still feels weird to me to wait that long. So, I compromised. Sure it\u2019s more expensive long term but it\u2019s not a great deal of money.)   TLDR: You can trust the manufacturers recommendation.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7777.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8pa8vu","c_root_id_B":"i8pqp1r","created_at_utc_A":1652626650,"created_at_utc_B":1652633890,"score_A":3,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Since the rotor in turbochargers are bearing-less, the rotor spins on a thin film of oil, I would lean toward changing oil sooner..... but, would give weight to the manufacturer's suggested intervals.  Synthetic oil makes it all possible to go 10,000 miles between changes.  My brother had a new Mercedes 240 (gas) sedan around 1980 and that car did 12,000 miles between changes. I don't remember if it used synthetic or not.  It's nothing new.","human_ref_B":"Full synthetic should be fine every 10k. (Having said that, I do 5k. I\u2019m old. We used to change every 3k. Oils have gotten better and so have engines, but it still feels weird to me to wait that long. So, I compromised. Sure it\u2019s more expensive long term but it\u2019s not a great deal of money.)   TLDR: You can trust the manufacturers recommendation.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7240.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"uq7k3j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Do you have to change oil more frequently in a turbo? 2022 civic Si.  1.5T.  it has a maintenance alert function.  Nearly 100% highway miles.  Based on where the percentage is now, I'm projecting 10k miles before oil change light comes on.   I've heard it's recommended to change the oil more frequently (every 5k) if the engine is turbo charged.","c_root_id_A":"i8p9qkp","c_root_id_B":"i8p92gc","created_at_utc_A":1652626419,"created_at_utc_B":1652626113,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"5k is a safe bet if you want your turbos to last a long time.","human_ref_B":"My sister's 2013 Camry does oil change every 10k miles. It's currently at 140k miles and no issues.  For performance vehicles and especially turbo charged vehicles, I personally would change at 7k if the recommended interval is at 10k per change.  Also depends a lot on the climate and how you drive.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":306.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"svqlga","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Mach-E owners: How long did you wait? When did you order? How long did it take? Also, what state are you in\/order from?  I ordered one in mid-October, the site said 28+ weeks. Hasn't started production yet. Trying to get an idea of how much longer to expect.","c_root_id_A":"hxhrdh7","c_root_id_B":"hxi3j6w","created_at_utc_A":1645216863,"created_at_utc_B":1645221693,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Commenting to boost as I'm curious, as well.","human_ref_B":"28 weeks? Just build it yourself.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4830.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"safhii","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What is the difference between rev matching and double clutching? I have been learning to drive manual for a few weeks now and I have gotten pretty \"decent\" at rev matching aka Clutch down, Shift down a gear, rev to the right range and then take off the clutch. However, I just watched a video of a guy talking about himself \"double clutching\" which seemed similar but instead of reving while holding down the clutch he put it in neutral while he reved. Is there a difference? Should I be trying to lean to double clutch instead?  I'm very ignorant on the subject don't roast me to hard.","c_root_id_A":"htuuoy8","c_root_id_B":"httq4mh","created_at_utc_A":1642924790,"created_at_utc_B":1642903948,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I've been driving manuals since the early 'oughts. Cars and pickups only not big rigs.  I have never rev matched or double clutched in actual usage,  but I have practiced the techniques.   It really doesn't matter as long as your driving easy.  So go ahead and granny shift,  your not going to have to get the mad doctor and tear down the engine cuz you weren't double clutching like you shuu'd.   And if anyone gives you trouble for not doing it (and they aren't your CDL instructor) then cut them negative Nancy's out of your life.","human_ref_B":"Basically I don't double clutch unless I'm skipping a gear, especially downshifting two gears like from 4th to 2nd. Double clutching saves wear on your synchros if you do it right. If you're shifting smoothly without forcing it into gear your synchros should be fine but things like skipping gears will put more wear on them. I also live in a cold climate and I might double clutch when the car is cold because the fluid is too thick for the synchros to work correctly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20842.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r5lnez","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Are there any car HUDs that show the speed limit? And also that show anything else helpful other than your speed?","c_root_id_A":"hmpe6c6","c_root_id_B":"hmnm0co","created_at_utc_A":1638303314,"created_at_utc_B":1638275706,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Google Maps does","human_ref_B":"My Opel Insignia has different modes. It is set Up at the Moment to Show my speed, the Speedlimit (detected by the kamera\/Navi), If the ACC sees a car and if the lane Assistent ist working. It also yells at me if i have to Shift and If i Skip a Song It shows me the New one.   If navagition is working It shows me the Meter when to do Something and an Arrow what top do. And It flashes if the car thinks i haven't See a car and Will do a Crash.    It can also Show, the song\/music or the speedo. Which i find Not really use full.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27608.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"r5lnez","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Are there any car HUDs that show the speed limit? And also that show anything else helpful other than your speed?","c_root_id_A":"hmpe6c6","c_root_id_B":"hmnqwr4","created_at_utc_A":1638303314,"created_at_utc_B":1638278554,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Google Maps does","human_ref_B":"I have an aftermarket hud that connects to my obd2 port. It sits on my dash and I see it in my windshield. Shows speed, battery, live fuel consumption.  The only drawback is it must have been designed for markets outside the US because it shows fuel in liters. Other than that it's great.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24760.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ptc97b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why do so many used cars in the market right now have temp plates? Like did the recent owner just buy it and not like it and is selling it again? That's the only thing that comes into my mind. Idk. Not into cars enough.","c_root_id_A":"hdvb5xb","c_root_id_B":"hdvqz1u","created_at_utc_A":1632332318,"created_at_utc_B":1632338694,"score_A":9,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"There's plenty of people who haven't done adequate research into current market value, and post something for sale on FB Marketplace, craigslist, etc..   Flippers are scoopin 'em up and doing just that for tidy profits rapidly.","human_ref_B":"as a non-car guy...i cant stand buying from a flipper.  &#x200B;  they know nothing of the car's maintenance history and only care that it runs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6376.0,"score_ratio":1.4444444444}
{"post_id":"osyow6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Did I get ripped off?  Hey guys, I had to take my 2013 Mustang into the shop to get the differential bearings changed. They charged me 1150 for labor and 400 for the parts themselves so 1550 total + tax. Did I get ripped off massively? How much should I have paid?","c_root_id_A":"h6s37p5","c_root_id_B":"h6rs8af","created_at_utc_A":1627436828,"created_at_utc_B":1627431385,"score_A":14,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I literally just paid for an entire rebuild on the rear end on my '02 Yukon.  Brand new axles, bearings, seals, ring and pinion, and posi unit ran me just shy of $2,000.  Depending on where you are located, $1,500 by a good driveline shop doesn't sound too crazy.   Like sidebar: Make sure that you follow your break-in procedure as prescribed from the shop. Just sending it after that repair bill is the quickest way to get a warranty claim denied on that expensive rebuild.","human_ref_B":"Why did the diff bearings go bad?  Lots of peg leg burnouts?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5443.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"osyow6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Did I get ripped off?  Hey guys, I had to take my 2013 Mustang into the shop to get the differential bearings changed. They charged me 1150 for labor and 400 for the parts themselves so 1550 total + tax. Did I get ripped off massively? How much should I have paid?","c_root_id_A":"h6synxq","c_root_id_B":"h6rs8af","created_at_utc_A":1627456111,"created_at_utc_B":1627431385,"score_A":12,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"OP said this is a Shelby, pat yourself on the back buddy you got a good deal.","human_ref_B":"Why did the diff bearings go bad?  Lots of peg leg burnouts?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24726.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"osyow6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Did I get ripped off?  Hey guys, I had to take my 2013 Mustang into the shop to get the differential bearings changed. They charged me 1150 for labor and 400 for the parts themselves so 1550 total + tax. Did I get ripped off massively? How much should I have paid?","c_root_id_A":"h6sgr0j","c_root_id_B":"h6synxq","created_at_utc_A":1627443875,"created_at_utc_B":1627456111,"score_A":4,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"It takes a lot of skill and special tools to set up, that was a good price.","human_ref_B":"OP said this is a Shelby, pat yourself on the back buddy you got a good deal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12236.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"osyow6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Did I get ripped off?  Hey guys, I had to take my 2013 Mustang into the shop to get the differential bearings changed. They charged me 1150 for labor and 400 for the parts themselves so 1550 total + tax. Did I get ripped off massively? How much should I have paid?","c_root_id_A":"h6sqysm","c_root_id_B":"h6synxq","created_at_utc_A":1627450210,"created_at_utc_B":1627456111,"score_A":4,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"You should put the whole model of your car in the original post. It would make things a lot clearer.","human_ref_B":"OP said this is a Shelby, pat yourself on the back buddy you got a good deal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5901.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"melnqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Hey, car folk! If you could add one cool feature\/addition to your dream car, what would it be?","c_root_id_A":"gsikm9x","c_root_id_B":"gsi7638","created_at_utc_A":1616882187,"created_at_utc_B":1616877697,"score_A":26,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"nothing wild, Just make the headlights come on when the wipers do.  \\-As legally required.  &#x200B;  so many cars drive in the rain with no rear lights and its dangerous.","human_ref_B":"The keys to it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4490.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"melnqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Hey, car folk! If you could add one cool feature\/addition to your dream car, what would it be?","c_root_id_A":"gsikm9x","c_root_id_B":"gsifnr1","created_at_utc_A":1616882187,"created_at_utc_B":1616880540,"score_A":26,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"nothing wild, Just make the headlights come on when the wipers do.  \\-As legally required.  &#x200B;  so many cars drive in the rain with no rear lights and its dangerous.","human_ref_B":"I've been thinking about adding blind spot detection.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1647.0,"score_ratio":8.6666666667}
{"post_id":"melnqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Hey, car folk! If you could add one cool feature\/addition to your dream car, what would it be?","c_root_id_A":"gsikm9x","c_root_id_B":"gsiirjr","created_at_utc_A":1616882187,"created_at_utc_B":1616881608,"score_A":26,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"nothing wild, Just make the headlights come on when the wipers do.  \\-As legally required.  &#x200B;  so many cars drive in the rain with no rear lights and its dangerous.","human_ref_B":"2014-2018 Maserati Granturismo Sport with the navigation system out of the Bentley Continental GT. Get rid of the marinello head unit and add the touch screen with Bluetooth so it would be an amazing car...that and add in some cooled seats (since they didn't have the option for cooled seats)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":579.0,"score_ratio":13.0}
{"post_id":"melnqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Hey, car folk! If you could add one cool feature\/addition to your dream car, what would it be?","c_root_id_A":"gsip2is","c_root_id_B":"gsifnr1","created_at_utc_A":1616884275,"created_at_utc_B":1616880540,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A manual transmission, mostly.","human_ref_B":"I've been thinking about adding blind spot detection.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3735.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"melnqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Hey, car folk! If you could add one cool feature\/addition to your dream car, what would it be?","c_root_id_A":"gsiirjr","c_root_id_B":"gsip2is","created_at_utc_A":1616881608,"created_at_utc_B":1616884275,"score_A":2,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"2014-2018 Maserati Granturismo Sport with the navigation system out of the Bentley Continental GT. Get rid of the marinello head unit and add the touch screen with Bluetooth so it would be an amazing car...that and add in some cooled seats (since they didn't have the option for cooled seats)","human_ref_B":"A manual transmission, mostly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2667.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"melnqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Hey, car folk! If you could add one cool feature\/addition to your dream car, what would it be?","c_root_id_A":"gsj2vmk","c_root_id_B":"gsiirjr","created_at_utc_A":1616891843,"created_at_utc_B":1616881608,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A reasonable price","human_ref_B":"2014-2018 Maserati Granturismo Sport with the navigation system out of the Bentley Continental GT. Get rid of the marinello head unit and add the touch screen with Bluetooth so it would be an amazing car...that and add in some cooled seats (since they didn't have the option for cooled seats)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10235.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"l2d07q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time changing spark plugs, can you tell me what you think of my old ones? Anything I should look at based on how they look? I've heard that spark plugs can tell you a bit about your engine.. I tried to use Google to understand mine but my eye is untrained and I barely see a difference..   Spark Plugs (04 Accord V6 with 344,500 KM)","c_root_id_A":"gk4qfob","c_root_id_B":"gk4tk99","created_at_utc_A":1611281295,"created_at_utc_B":1611283012,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"They look pretty good! Nothing remarkable goin on","human_ref_B":"Good lookin plugs. Way to go OP, you certainly know how to own a healthy engine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1717.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"l2d07q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time changing spark plugs, can you tell me what you think of my old ones? Anything I should look at based on how they look? I've heard that spark plugs can tell you a bit about your engine.. I tried to use Google to understand mine but my eye is untrained and I barely see a difference..   Spark Plugs (04 Accord V6 with 344,500 KM)","c_root_id_A":"gk4tk99","c_root_id_B":"gk4rghh","created_at_utc_A":1611283012,"created_at_utc_B":1611281859,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Good lookin plugs. Way to go OP, you certainly know how to own a healthy engine.","human_ref_B":"They look good to me as far as the engine's health.   I will say that the gap is a bit wide so they were probably in the car for a bit too long and should have been changed sooner.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1153.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"l2d07q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time changing spark plugs, can you tell me what you think of my old ones? Anything I should look at based on how they look? I've heard that spark plugs can tell you a bit about your engine.. I tried to use Google to understand mine but my eye is untrained and I barely see a difference..   Spark Plugs (04 Accord V6 with 344,500 KM)","c_root_id_A":"gk4tcy3","c_root_id_B":"gk4tk99","created_at_utc_A":1611282898,"created_at_utc_B":1611283012,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"While tips, regular wear, looks like fine engine health but that doesent mean you don't have issues.","human_ref_B":"Good lookin plugs. Way to go OP, you certainly know how to own a healthy engine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":114.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"l2d07q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time changing spark plugs, can you tell me what you think of my old ones? Anything I should look at based on how they look? I've heard that spark plugs can tell you a bit about your engine.. I tried to use Google to understand mine but my eye is untrained and I barely see a difference..   Spark Plugs (04 Accord V6 with 344,500 KM)","c_root_id_A":"gk4wsog","c_root_id_B":"gk4rghh","created_at_utc_A":1611284766,"created_at_utc_B":1611281859,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Looks like you used a different plug. Always go with OEM.","human_ref_B":"They look good to me as far as the engine's health.   I will say that the gap is a bit wide so they were probably in the car for a bit too long and should have been changed sooner.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2907.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"l2d07q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"First time changing spark plugs, can you tell me what you think of my old ones? Anything I should look at based on how they look? I've heard that spark plugs can tell you a bit about your engine.. I tried to use Google to understand mine but my eye is untrained and I barely see a difference..   Spark Plugs (04 Accord V6 with 344,500 KM)","c_root_id_A":"gk4tcy3","c_root_id_B":"gk4wsog","created_at_utc_A":1611282898,"created_at_utc_B":1611284766,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"While tips, regular wear, looks like fine engine health but that doesent mean you don't have issues.","human_ref_B":"Looks like you used a different plug. Always go with OEM.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1868.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ksu7fi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"My car came with underglow and no remote, how can I control it? So I bought my car from a used car dealership and it came with underglow attached to the battery. I looked everywhere in the car and there is no remote. Does anyone know how I could somehow control the underglow or find a remote that would work with it?","c_root_id_A":"gii9u0n","c_root_id_B":"giiaa24","created_at_utc_A":1610079416,"created_at_utc_B":1610079665,"score_A":9,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"It most likely just has a simple switch hidden somewhere not a remote","human_ref_B":"Search for new Bluetooth devices in your phone, might be emitting a Bluetooth connection, also may require downloading an app for on\/off control, if so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":249.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111}
{"post_id":"jw54nb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Stupid question about lowering springs?? So lowering springs are a lot cheaper than coil overs. My cars rear suspension mk7 GTI (don\u2019t have DCC), I believe the struts and springs are separate in the rear which should make the installation of springs cheaper than coils too.   I know with springs you\u2019ll be sacrificing ride quality compared to a good set of coils, but I\u2019m still pretty young so I can deal with a little extra bump I think.  I guess my main question is if I\u2019m only looking to close the wheel gap on my car is there really any reason for me to get coil overs. So many people hate on lowering springs and I think for good reason but is it bad to get them or will you be looked down upon?  Also do aftermarket springs wear out? Like would I potentially have to end up buying another pair of springs down the line because they wore out. Compared to coil over would coil overs last longer or are they about the same life span??","c_root_id_A":"gco4s9q","c_root_id_B":"gcod0gp","created_at_utc_A":1605659927,"created_at_utc_B":1605664526,"score_A":7,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"What's going to happen with lowering springs is that the car will feel more harsh (due to the higher spring rate) while also handling more poorly (because the springs are now over-matched for the shocks).  But it'll look lower.  Depending on how low you go and on the spring rates, you'll also need to be careful with either shock bottoming out, or coil bind, both of which have the potential to damage your car if they happen often.  Coil bind and shock bottoming are not a little bump - it's that feeling when you smash into a pothole or take a speedbump way too fast.  If you're going to go that route, a few things to consider:  \\- If you're doing the work yourself (i.e. borrowing or renting a spring compressor), be careful.  \\- If you only want to do lowering springs, check a forum dedicated to this car to find recommendations on length and spring rate, to avoid the above situations.  \\- If a shop is doing the work, most of the cost is going to be labor.  So for an extra couple hundred bucks, you might be able to buy shocks matched to the springs to save the handling characteristics of the car.  Again a forum dedicated to this car might have recommendations for matched shocks and springs, as well as pictures of before\/after.","human_ref_B":"I've known a lot of GTI owners, from MK4 on up to MK7, and without fail everyone who tried just installing springs ended up on either coilovers or bagging the car down the road. They might look a little better being lower, but the ride quality and performance both suffer as a result.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4599.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"jw54nb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Stupid question about lowering springs?? So lowering springs are a lot cheaper than coil overs. My cars rear suspension mk7 GTI (don\u2019t have DCC), I believe the struts and springs are separate in the rear which should make the installation of springs cheaper than coils too.   I know with springs you\u2019ll be sacrificing ride quality compared to a good set of coils, but I\u2019m still pretty young so I can deal with a little extra bump I think.  I guess my main question is if I\u2019m only looking to close the wheel gap on my car is there really any reason for me to get coil overs. So many people hate on lowering springs and I think for good reason but is it bad to get them or will you be looked down upon?  Also do aftermarket springs wear out? Like would I potentially have to end up buying another pair of springs down the line because they wore out. Compared to coil over would coil overs last longer or are they about the same life span??","c_root_id_A":"gcogmbx","c_root_id_B":"gcoi92f","created_at_utc_A":1605666555,"created_at_utc_B":1605667474,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I'll take name brand springs over cheap coilovers any day of the week and twice on Sundays. Especially for a daily driver.","human_ref_B":"Why? Spring travel. You can run coilovers with stock(ish) spring rates.   Aftermarket springs don't wear out any faster than stock ones. More than one road car rides on Eibachs straight from the factory.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":919.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"jw54nb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Stupid question about lowering springs?? So lowering springs are a lot cheaper than coil overs. My cars rear suspension mk7 GTI (don\u2019t have DCC), I believe the struts and springs are separate in the rear which should make the installation of springs cheaper than coils too.   I know with springs you\u2019ll be sacrificing ride quality compared to a good set of coils, but I\u2019m still pretty young so I can deal with a little extra bump I think.  I guess my main question is if I\u2019m only looking to close the wheel gap on my car is there really any reason for me to get coil overs. So many people hate on lowering springs and I think for good reason but is it bad to get them or will you be looked down upon?  Also do aftermarket springs wear out? Like would I potentially have to end up buying another pair of springs down the line because they wore out. Compared to coil over would coil overs last longer or are they about the same life span??","c_root_id_A":"gcom5gc","c_root_id_B":"gcogmbx","created_at_utc_A":1605669743,"created_at_utc_B":1605666555,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Something like a h&r touring cup kit with springs and matched adjustable shocks is cheaper than coils plus has new shocks.  Their progressive springs ride nicer than a solid rate coil setup too.  My kit has 3 ride heights and at the higher 2 drops it rides better than stock.  If you arent doing autocross a mid price, matched shock and spring kit will make you feel good about your choice every time you drive, no matter the specific brand.  All that said.  Ebay coils\/sleeves with stock type struts ride great in the top 50% of their adjustable ride height.  Pretty much stock spring rate imo. And you can custom dial the stance\/wheel gap  The h&r kit looks perfect tho... No fuss.  Both full low or jacked up just slightly lower than stock","human_ref_B":"I'll take name brand springs over cheap coilovers any day of the week and twice on Sundays. Especially for a daily driver.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3188.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ji508q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What do you guys do for a job? I'm in my Sophomore year of college working a pretty shitty job at a pool shop that pays okay and is super easy but I hate it. In school I was going for a mechanical engineering degree but I don't think I can make it through the school to actually start designing cars. Now I cant find any degree or career path that sounds like something I want to do. I would love to go work at a race shop or something but I only have a little mechanical training from the community college and my experience working on my MR2 in the garage.     What do you guys do that lets you afford being into cars? Any jobs\/degrees\/schools you might recommend? Any feedback is appreciated!","c_root_id_A":"ga4pnyg","c_root_id_B":"ga4g38x","created_at_utc_A":1603680257,"created_at_utc_B":1603674704,"score_A":15,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"I went to art school, and worked at a dealership in college to pay my way.....   Now I work for a software company that works with auto manufacturers and Dealerships.    I then take that money and put exceedingly larger turbos on my car on the weekends.","human_ref_B":"Mechanical Engineering is a tough degree, but it opens a lot of doors.  A degree is really important nowadays, and there is nothing wrong with a two year Engineering Technician degree.  Do as well as you can in the classes that are close to your heart.  It will start you ahead of guys without formal education.  After that, you are on your own.   Remember - Your first job out of school probably won\u2019t be exactly what you want,  but you will learn a lot.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5553.0,"score_ratio":1.0714285714}
{"post_id":"ji508q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What do you guys do for a job? I'm in my Sophomore year of college working a pretty shitty job at a pool shop that pays okay and is super easy but I hate it. In school I was going for a mechanical engineering degree but I don't think I can make it through the school to actually start designing cars. Now I cant find any degree or career path that sounds like something I want to do. I would love to go work at a race shop or something but I only have a little mechanical training from the community college and my experience working on my MR2 in the garage.     What do you guys do that lets you afford being into cars? Any jobs\/degrees\/schools you might recommend? Any feedback is appreciated!","c_root_id_A":"ga4htt7","c_root_id_B":"ga4pnyg","created_at_utc_A":1603675680,"created_at_utc_B":1603680257,"score_A":8,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Mechanical engineering will absolutely lead to \u201cdesigning\u201d cars, as long as you have a realistic understanding of how car design actually works. You\u2019re not going to be the one deciding how a car looks, sketching concepts, or sculpting out of clay. Designers do that. Engineers make sure things work as the designers or managers intend.   You\u2019d likely be responsible for one component on a particular application or series of applications, and you\u2019ll work with your supplier to ensure you create a design for that component that meets all the criteria you\u2019ve been given. You also work with all the people designing all the other components to make sure everything works together. You also typically have to manage the scaling up process according to the pre-defined steps and milestones.   It\u2019s a lot of program management, and you don\u2019t necessarily have a lot of freedom to make a lot of decisions that anyone would notice. You wouldn\u2019t be deciding things like \u201cLet\u2019s make a rear wheel drive straight six sedan\u201d you\u2019d be deciding things like \u201clet\u2019s use 304 stainless for this part of the exhaust and clock the O2 sensor bung in this direction so it doesn\u2019t hit the steering rack.\u201d","human_ref_B":"I went to art school, and worked at a dealership in college to pay my way.....   Now I work for a software company that works with auto manufacturers and Dealerships.    I then take that money and put exceedingly larger turbos on my car on the weekends.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4577.0,"score_ratio":1.875}
{"post_id":"iy52je","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Whats the Best radar detector? Hey anyone got and recommendations for a radar detector looking to spend at most about $200 thanks.","c_root_id_A":"g6bhget","c_root_id_B":"g6bg7yc","created_at_utc_A":1600870089,"created_at_utc_B":1600869398,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Hey sorry I'm super out of the loop - what is a radar detector? Like to see how fast your driving? I'm really confused by these comments haha","human_ref_B":"With your budget, Uniden R1. The R1\/R3 and R7 have the highest range you can buy right now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":691.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"irnhbc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Starting Engine Without Accessory Belts? I need to properly diagnose a sound coming from my engine that is most likely caused by a belt\/pulley. I suspect its from the timing belt and\/or its tensioner, but I want to start ruling out the simplest causes first. It's a B-series engine so each accessory is ran by its own individual belt (one power steering belt, one air conditioning belt, and one alternator belt). I'd only need to start the engine and leave it on for five minutes at most. I will not need to drive it. Is this harmless, or a bad idea?","c_root_id_A":"g51xqkg","c_root_id_B":"g505wgj","created_at_utc_A":1599976597,"created_at_utc_B":1599955485,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Try a chalk mark on each pully and put a timing light on them . If a mark lights up in time with the noise .....","human_ref_B":"Do the water pump first, and limit it to 30 seconds. No need to run it longer than that to rule out a noisy pulley.  You could also just buy a mechanic's stethoscope and not remove anything. Touch the needle end to each accessory with the engine running, done. Can also touch it against the timing cover.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21112.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"irnhbc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Starting Engine Without Accessory Belts? I need to properly diagnose a sound coming from my engine that is most likely caused by a belt\/pulley. I suspect its from the timing belt and\/or its tensioner, but I want to start ruling out the simplest causes first. It's a B-series engine so each accessory is ran by its own individual belt (one power steering belt, one air conditioning belt, and one alternator belt). I'd only need to start the engine and leave it on for five minutes at most. I will not need to drive it. Is this harmless, or a bad idea?","c_root_id_A":"g51xtn2","c_root_id_B":"g505wgj","created_at_utc_A":1599976635,"created_at_utc_B":1599955485,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"you're fine to run without accessory belts on a B series. just be aware you may only get a handful of starts before you need to juice up the battery if you're running all of them without the alternator.    I still say it's a timing belt\/gear rubbing on your VC or timing covers.","human_ref_B":"Do the water pump first, and limit it to 30 seconds. No need to run it longer than that to rule out a noisy pulley.  You could also just buy a mechanic's stethoscope and not remove anything. Touch the needle end to each accessory with the engine running, done. Can also touch it against the timing cover.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21150.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"inu94x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why run boost when you can increase cylinder compression? I've been reading up online about forced induction vs naturally aspirated engines, and it seems that forced induction engines tend to use lower compression ratios compared to their N\/A counterparts. Why is this? I understand that detonation can become a problem, but why run boost in the first place if you could just increase the compression ratio? If anyone could shed any light that would be great.","c_root_id_A":"g49z0mm","c_root_id_B":"g49uizz","created_at_utc_A":1599432239,"created_at_utc_B":1599429669,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"More boost = more air, higher compression is the same air being squeezed harder","human_ref_B":"Natural air pressure can only move air so fast. More air more power. There\u2019s a lot more to it but that\u2019s basically it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2570.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"inu94x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why run boost when you can increase cylinder compression? I've been reading up online about forced induction vs naturally aspirated engines, and it seems that forced induction engines tend to use lower compression ratios compared to their N\/A counterparts. Why is this? I understand that detonation can become a problem, but why run boost in the first place if you could just increase the compression ratio? If anyone could shed any light that would be great.","c_root_id_A":"g49su0a","c_root_id_B":"g49z0mm","created_at_utc_A":1599428719,"created_at_utc_B":1599432239,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Compression remains static. Boost\u201d is built as RPMs increase, and as ignition is advanced.","human_ref_B":"More boost = more air, higher compression is the same air being squeezed harder","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3520.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"inu94x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why run boost when you can increase cylinder compression? I've been reading up online about forced induction vs naturally aspirated engines, and it seems that forced induction engines tend to use lower compression ratios compared to their N\/A counterparts. Why is this? I understand that detonation can become a problem, but why run boost in the first place if you could just increase the compression ratio? If anyone could shed any light that would be great.","c_root_id_A":"g49uizz","c_root_id_B":"g49su0a","created_at_utc_A":1599429669,"created_at_utc_B":1599428719,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Natural air pressure can only move air so fast. More air more power. There\u2019s a lot more to it but that\u2019s basically it","human_ref_B":"Compression remains static. Boost\u201d is built as RPMs increase, and as ignition is advanced.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":950.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i4eic3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"My temps go up and down why? So today I was driving my 2007 mazdaspeed 3 to work and while driving my engine temps were all over the place. One sec I\u2019m thinking about pulling over and then bam it\u2019s back to normal temp. It did this 5 times on my drive to work any idea what it could?","c_root_id_A":"g0i52tq","c_root_id_B":"g0i95zx","created_at_utc_A":1596671575,"created_at_utc_B":1596673763,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like a sticky thermostat to me. $50 for a good Mishimoto one. YouTube for install, doesn\u2019t look hard on those cars.   https:\/\/youtu.be\/UCkJKhiCumc","human_ref_B":"Sounds more like a air bubble in the system. Any air in the system will be way hotter than your coolant. So air, temp gauge sky rockets, when it hits coolant it goes back to normal. Have you had any work done? Could be a time for a basic flush with new coolant and keep your eyes on things from there. Smell anything sweet after you car is driving and hot?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2188.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hxto09","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is this horn attached to my carburetor? Pic in description https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/uJw3Pn1.jpg  Anyone know what this horn is connected to my carburetor? Is it just an old timey horn? It\u2019s on a 327 in my 1967 el Camino. The car has regular horns that work with the buttons on the steering wheel, but then has this horn connected to the carburetor and inside the cabin there is a little ring attached to that wire that connects to it. I tried pulling it but the thing is so seized nothing moves.","c_root_id_A":"fz922xs","c_root_id_B":"fz91tcy","created_at_utc_A":1595720654,"created_at_utc_B":1595720502,"score_A":14,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Giant vacuum leak.","human_ref_B":"My best guess it's a louder \"air\" horn. Would be cool to hear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":152.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769}
{"post_id":"hxto09","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is this horn attached to my carburetor? Pic in description https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/uJw3Pn1.jpg  Anyone know what this horn is connected to my carburetor? Is it just an old timey horn? It\u2019s on a 327 in my 1967 el Camino. The car has regular horns that work with the buttons on the steering wheel, but then has this horn connected to the carburetor and inside the cabin there is a little ring attached to that wire that connects to it. I tried pulling it but the thing is so seized nothing moves.","c_root_id_A":"fz9p4f4","c_root_id_B":"fz9n444","created_at_utc_A":1595734962,"created_at_utc_B":1595733654,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"fucking shadetree drag racing bullshit. that's what it is. remove it.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m thinking it\u2019s some old school jc Whitney catalog shit","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1308.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"hxto09","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is this horn attached to my carburetor? Pic in description https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/uJw3Pn1.jpg  Anyone know what this horn is connected to my carburetor? Is it just an old timey horn? It\u2019s on a 327 in my 1967 el Camino. The car has regular horns that work with the buttons on the steering wheel, but then has this horn connected to the carburetor and inside the cabin there is a little ring attached to that wire that connects to it. I tried pulling it but the thing is so seized nothing moves.","c_root_id_A":"fz97iun","c_root_id_B":"fz9n444","created_at_utc_A":1595723874,"created_at_utc_B":1595733654,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It's on ported vacuum. Remove and plug","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m thinking it\u2019s some old school jc Whitney catalog shit","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9780.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hxto09","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is this horn attached to my carburetor? Pic in description https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/uJw3Pn1.jpg  Anyone know what this horn is connected to my carburetor? Is it just an old timey horn? It\u2019s on a 327 in my 1967 el Camino. The car has regular horns that work with the buttons on the steering wheel, but then has this horn connected to the carburetor and inside the cabin there is a little ring attached to that wire that connects to it. I tried pulling it but the thing is so seized nothing moves.","c_root_id_A":"fz97iun","c_root_id_B":"fz9p4f4","created_at_utc_A":1595723874,"created_at_utc_B":1595734962,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It's on ported vacuum. Remove and plug","human_ref_B":"fucking shadetree drag racing bullshit. that's what it is. remove it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11088.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"g3u85t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Leaving my 2008 Honda Civic in my garage, undriven for 2 months. What do I need to do to ensure it still runs well when I return? From what I have googled, it looks like topping off the gas tank is recommended. What about the battery and wheels? Thanks for your advice.","c_root_id_A":"fnu19o7","c_root_id_B":"fntow52","created_at_utc_A":1587252590,"created_at_utc_B":1587245978,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Disconnect the battery is all I'd do. 2 months isnt that long for a Honda","human_ref_B":"This isn't quite as important for just a 2 month stay but a good practice for storing a car is to overinflate the tires a few PSI to help prevent flat spotting. Might still not be a bad idea in this case as a just in case","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6612.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4whdzn","c_root_id_B":"f4wffl3","created_at_utc_A":1571856036,"created_at_utc_B":1571855368,"score_A":33,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"I would get a cheaper car for your first car. Somewhere in the $3-5k range from a private seller (not dealership), probably small-mid size sedan\/hatchback, probably Japanese.   Taking a loan from a friend is not a good idea, in my opinion. A lot can happen in 5 years, especially since you seem pretty young. If you lost your income or found yourself in a financial strain, sure, the bank won't be coming after your car, but you could ruin a friendship.","human_ref_B":"Seems like a bit much for that kinda mileage imo. I'd look for a Camry or a Prius, both very reliable (if a bit boring) and the Prius will get you great gas mileage (depending on your driving habits). $4-5000 or so should get you something nice that will last you a good while, and you can use some of the rest of your budget to pay a mechanic to inspect it *\\*before you buy\\** & fix up any minor issues it might have.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":668.0,"score_ratio":2.3571428571}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4whdzn","c_root_id_B":"f4wdhvx","created_at_utc_A":1571856036,"created_at_utc_B":1571854694,"score_A":33,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I would get a cheaper car for your first car. Somewhere in the $3-5k range from a private seller (not dealership), probably small-mid size sedan\/hatchback, probably Japanese.   Taking a loan from a friend is not a good idea, in my opinion. A lot can happen in 5 years, especially since you seem pretty young. If you lost your income or found yourself in a financial strain, sure, the bank won't be coming after your car, but you could ruin a friendship.","human_ref_B":"I would look for a cheaper Camry those things r tanks if taken care of just have to be more careful when looking for cheaper cars because there\u2019s a higher chance of something breaking.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1342.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4wdhvx","c_root_id_B":"f4wffl3","created_at_utc_A":1571854694,"created_at_utc_B":1571855368,"score_A":6,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"I would look for a cheaper Camry those things r tanks if taken care of just have to be more careful when looking for cheaper cars because there\u2019s a higher chance of something breaking.","human_ref_B":"Seems like a bit much for that kinda mileage imo. I'd look for a Camry or a Prius, both very reliable (if a bit boring) and the Prius will get you great gas mileage (depending on your driving habits). $4-5000 or so should get you something nice that will last you a good while, and you can use some of the rest of your budget to pay a mechanic to inspect it *\\*before you buy\\** & fix up any minor issues it might have.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":674.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4xlaod","c_root_id_B":"f4wjmlp","created_at_utc_A":1571866625,"created_at_utc_B":1571856802,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"That's too much money for that mediocre car. You don't have to buy a beater for your first car, that said the first car is the one your most likely to wreck or ruin while you're becoming an experienced driver, so thats worth keeping in consideration. At the same you don't have to spend $8k either, $3k-$5k will get you a decent Corolla all day every day in So Cal, and honestly nothing beats a Corolla for a first car.","human_ref_B":"The car choice seems likely to be fine. Those are good cars, easy to find parts for and easy to repair. If you haven't already, I suggest you take it to a mechanic and get a \"pre-purchase inspection\" (PPI), which will allow you to know if there are any signs of current or future problems. If you pay $8,000 and immediately need a $3,000 transmission repair, it's a bad deal. The PPI will cost about $50 or $100, but it can help you avoid more costly problems.  You can buy a cheaper car, but it will be older and more likely to have problems. If you're prepared to take that risk, then you can probably - but not definitely - save money with a cheaper car.  Also, not that you asked, but 5 years is a long time to have a financial arrangement with a friend. If I were her, I'd be nervous about lending money for so long. Have you discussed what would happen if you are unable to pay? Is it your car or her car? Maybe you feel comfortable in your job right now, but jobs change, unexpected expenses come up, and we all have financial disruptions sometimes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9823.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4wdhvx","c_root_id_B":"f4xlaod","created_at_utc_A":1571854694,"created_at_utc_B":1571866625,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I would look for a cheaper Camry those things r tanks if taken care of just have to be more careful when looking for cheaper cars because there\u2019s a higher chance of something breaking.","human_ref_B":"That's too much money for that mediocre car. You don't have to buy a beater for your first car, that said the first car is the one your most likely to wreck or ruin while you're becoming an experienced driver, so thats worth keeping in consideration. At the same you don't have to spend $8k either, $3k-$5k will get you a decent Corolla all day every day in So Cal, and honestly nothing beats a Corolla for a first car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11931.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4xlaod","c_root_id_B":"f4ww36p","created_at_utc_A":1571866625,"created_at_utc_B":1571860285,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That's too much money for that mediocre car. You don't have to buy a beater for your first car, that said the first car is the one your most likely to wreck or ruin while you're becoming an experienced driver, so thats worth keeping in consideration. At the same you don't have to spend $8k either, $3k-$5k will get you a decent Corolla all day every day in So Cal, and honestly nothing beats a Corolla for a first car.","human_ref_B":"Your price seems slightly high depending on your area, but not outrageous, I would shop maybe a bit more to double check. I just sold my 13 touring trim a fair condition for 6500 at the dealership, with 58k, I shopped a lot.  I owned a Mazda 3 13 and it was great but I bought it at 18k and put 40k on it. Only major repair that want recall and handled for free was the AC blower motor going. Because of where it's positioned, it was 1100 to fix which brings me to my next thought.  Consider going cheaper, more milage and being under your budget. Beyond 75 is where things start to break and you will need to budget. If you go with a 5k vehicle, you'll have 3k 'saved' (and I use the loosely) for repairs.  Also budget 300 to have a third party mechanic to look at it. You are not qualified, and they potentially can save you the entire purchase price should you miss some of the very many things that can fail.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6340.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"dm2g1y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Buying my first car with $8k budget ???    Hey, So I'm currently looking to get my first car soon and I wanted to make sure its a good buy and I don't regret it. I'm currently working at Target for $13 an hour for about 18 hours a week. I've been there for 2 months now and I feel comfortable working there. I'm getting a loan from a very good friend for $8k and paying her back monthly for 5 years. I live in CA San Diego just let you know.  The car I'm looking to get is a 2014 MAZDA 3 with 75000 millages for $8k. I found the post on offer up and I was going to try to lower the price to $7k depending if the car is good and has no major problems. I'm planning to use the extra $1k for taxs and anything else the car needs.   My friends have been telling me to get a cheaper car since it will be my first car and I don't have much experience driving yet too. I was thinking of getting a cheaper car too since I will be able to pay it back much sooner and no worry about bills. I don't know much about cars and how to properly fix them or inspect them but I really want to learn how to.  Is it worth getting a cheaper car for around $2k or should I go with the MAZDA 3 I found? Thanks for the help and sorry I'm not much of a car guy but I really want to learn more about cars and get into them :)","c_root_id_A":"f4wpkdq","c_root_id_B":"f4xlaod","created_at_utc_A":1571858602,"created_at_utc_B":1571866625,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I agree with the other posters that you should probably look elsewhere. I'm not familiar with your used car market, but I don't think 8k is a great deal. Granted, if it's been immaculately kept, that could be a decent choice, the skyactiv models get pretty great mpg for their segment.  Personally though, I'd look for a Toyota Corolla. Cost of ownership is going to be lower than any Mazda, or even Honda. However, if they're readily available in your area, I really don't think you can beat a 2011 or newer Prius. NHSTA data bears out my personal experience that nothing serious (powetrain, i.e. engine, hybrid system, or transmission) ever goes wrong on these things. The 2010s can have engine issues at 200k+ miles, and the 2009 and previous are just not worth looking at, given how much worse they are than the 3rd gen (2010+) and your budget.  If possible, try to find one with service records from a dealership, but don't let that be a deal breaker if you find a good one that test drives well.  If you have a friend who owns a 3rd gen Prius, try to get them to test drive with you. If they're not totally ignorant of their vehicle and its idiosyncrasies, they'll be able to tell if something's off. The beautiful thing about the Prius is that they're so reliable, that what you see really is what you get in 99% of cases. If something is wrong, it will tell you on the dash, or an experienced Prius driver or mechanic will notice.  Hope that helps, let me know if you have any other questions!","human_ref_B":"That's too much money for that mediocre car. You don't have to buy a beater for your first car, that said the first car is the one your most likely to wreck or ruin while you're becoming an experienced driver, so thats worth keeping in consideration. At the same you don't have to spend $8k either, $3k-$5k will get you a decent Corolla all day every day in So Cal, and honestly nothing beats a Corolla for a first car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8023.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"cxirbk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Engine swaps in CA? It\u2019s my understanding that i can\u2019t do an engine swap in my 4Runner in CA because it will be flagged when it comes time to smog it. I\u2019m wondering if its possible to \u201csell\u201d my car to a family member in Colorado, perform engine swap, gave it registered in Colorado, and then \u201csell\u201d it back to me? Will this make it exempt?   I know my dad was able to do something similar to this with his motorcycle. Im just curious if this will work for a full size vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"eyluzjp","c_root_id_B":"eylui00","created_at_utc_A":1567192636,"created_at_utc_B":1567192303,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just a note, I never went through with an engine swap but researched it out and decided it wasn't worth the cost. I have a 99 Honda Civic EX, so around the early 2000s engine swaps were very common in the area (SF Bay Area). There were two ways of doing this, dirty (where if you get caught or need to do a smog check, you swap back the original engine), or the the legit way (getting the fabled CHP approval sticker). https:\/\/honda-tech.com\/forums\/attachments\/vehicles-sale-42\/134837d1275631881-1997-civic-ex-coupe-smog-legal-b18c1-swap-image016.jpg  The rules back then were the engine had to be the same year or newer to the car, doesn't matter if it's from the same car trim (Integra GSR can go into a Honda Civic DX). The problem with the generation I owned was the limited stock of newer engines on the used market, so it was (at the time) $5,000 for a complete swap including transmission if I wanted to go the legal route.   But this doesn't guarantee you that it's going to be legal, that's on the CHP inspection. Which I heard is very very difficult to pass, you need to have the entire smog system swapped over from the donor car and all of the plastics like the airbox back to the factory (some of this might be ok to have aftermarket but I heard it's very strict on the ruling).  I'm not sure how the rules are now but at the time there was a flux of Honda's and street racing so I'm sure the CHP would not allow many of these swaps to happen. Even worst was the market of stolen engines (hmm, why is the VIN tag ground off?).   If you are looking into the full detail of this from inside California, I would first look at your year, and find out if there's a large stock of spare engines. If it's something rare, the prices are $$$, also some times the ECU will not work with certain years so that's another thing to budget, or the wiring harness, ugh. For a 4Runner, I'm sure these have been done before.","human_ref_B":"If you live near a big city there's probably a dozen or so shops that will smog it for a little extra something something, the question is how to find one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":333.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cr5uxu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Where do you guys shop\/browse used cars? I don't imagine I'm alone in killing time on craigslist perusing the used cars, for fun and profit. But now that they've started charging to list an ad I've noticed the pickins are getting slim. What is or will be the new craigslist? Where do you guys look at used cars online?","c_root_id_A":"ex25kqg","c_root_id_B":"ex2542p","created_at_utc_A":1565963178,"created_at_utc_B":1565962918,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Wow, I had no idea. I\u2019m about to sell a car and planned to list it on CL and Facebook. I can\u2019t imagine why you\u2019d be free for years and when a viable competitor finally shows up, you start charging.","human_ref_B":"For decent quality cars I use the cars.com app.  For shitbuckets, I use FB marketplace","labels":1,"seconds_difference":260.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"cr5uxu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Where do you guys shop\/browse used cars? I don't imagine I'm alone in killing time on craigslist perusing the used cars, for fun and profit. But now that they've started charging to list an ad I've noticed the pickins are getting slim. What is or will be the new craigslist? Where do you guys look at used cars online?","c_root_id_A":"ex2542p","c_root_id_B":"ex256r7","created_at_utc_A":1565962918,"created_at_utc_B":1565962960,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"For decent quality cars I use the cars.com app.  For shitbuckets, I use FB marketplace","human_ref_B":"Private sales facebook market, for used car\/dealer aggregating I like Cargurus, and for drooling over neat stuff, bringatrailer","labels":0,"seconds_difference":42.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"c0uyqg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Please recommend a YouTube channel for car basics?    Is there any channel which explains the basic working of all the car parts in detail ? I already watch  1. Engineering Explained 2. Donut Media 3. MCM","c_root_id_A":"er83yyj","c_root_id_B":"er89tai","created_at_utc_A":1560595378,"created_at_utc_B":1560599768,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Chris fix might just be it.","human_ref_B":"South Main Auto is amazing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4390.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"c0uyqg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Please recommend a YouTube channel for car basics?    Is there any channel which explains the basic working of all the car parts in detail ? I already watch  1. Engineering Explained 2. Donut Media 3. MCM","c_root_id_A":"er89tai","c_root_id_B":"er88jse","created_at_utc_A":1560599768,"created_at_utc_B":1560598870,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"South Main Auto is amazing.","human_ref_B":"It depends on what your car is, there are some different people that make videos about them fixing their cars. I have to look up and see who else I follow","labels":1,"seconds_difference":898.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"c0uyqg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Please recommend a YouTube channel for car basics?    Is there any channel which explains the basic working of all the car parts in detail ? I already watch  1. Engineering Explained 2. Donut Media 3. MCM","c_root_id_A":"er89w2q","c_root_id_B":"er88jse","created_at_utc_A":1560599821,"created_at_utc_B":1560598870,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I flushed my coolant by watching ChrisFix.","human_ref_B":"It depends on what your car is, there are some different people that make videos about them fixing their cars. I have to look up and see who else I follow","labels":1,"seconds_difference":951.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"c0uyqg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Please recommend a YouTube channel for car basics?    Is there any channel which explains the basic working of all the car parts in detail ? I already watch  1. Engineering Explained 2. Donut Media 3. MCM","c_root_id_A":"er88jse","c_root_id_B":"er8f2lv","created_at_utc_A":1560598870,"created_at_utc_B":1560603195,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It depends on what your car is, there are some different people that make videos about them fixing their cars. I have to look up and see who else I follow","human_ref_B":"+1 for ChrisFix, great all around channel for beginners or even guys that already know stuff about cars.   FordTechMakuloco if you have a Ford, or are thinking about getting one. That guy really knows his shit and shows and explains things really well.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4325.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"6ewwx0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"In a manual transmission Mazda Miata with a dead\/low battery, can you push start the engine by rolling down a steep driveway backwards by popping the clutch in reverse?","c_root_id_A":"die0mm5","c_root_id_B":"die3qzc","created_at_utc_A":1496451543,"created_at_utc_B":1496456232,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"yep, its super easy.","human_ref_B":"Yes but not with a completely dead battery (like absolutely no charge).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4689.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"5lq4pn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What happened to NOS in cars? It seemed to be prevalent a decade ago but less so now I'm a relatively young car guy and so am basing this off Fast and Furious movies and anecdotes I heard.  But it seemed that the 90s to early 2000s had more prevalent usage of NOS as a car mod than it seems to be today. What changed or was my perception just incorrect?  Or maybe it is still being used but not discussed as much?","c_root_id_A":"dbxqvow","c_root_id_B":"dbxoojc","created_at_utc_A":1483429705,"created_at_utc_B":1483424744,"score_A":31,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Actually, NOS was a lot more prevalent much earlier than that. NASCAR fined a lot of drivers in the '70s for cheating with NOS. Back when engines used to be big iron blocks with iron heads, they could eat a 200 shot of nitrous pretty much completely stock and not bat an eye. It was the cheapest way to make big horsepower, especially for drag racing, for a long, long time.  Now, engines are built to a much more exacting standard, and are primarily aluminium. The era of massively overbuilt engines for stock applications has been gone for quite a while, because we can engineer reliability without drastically overbuilding tolerances (thanks, computers!) so you can't just jam a crapload of nitrous into an engine without everything blowing up anymore. You have to do a LOT more work to make an engine be able to withstand it, so it quickly became not worth it for stock cars\/budget builds\/discount drag racing.  People still use a lot of NOS, but it's primarily older cars (hot rodders still use it all the time) but no one is slapping a 150 shot onto a stock new car anymore because it just destroys itself if you do that.","human_ref_B":"movies made it popular. the only people running nitrous are drag racers, and most people just like turbos better.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4961.0,"score_ratio":1.8235294118}
{"post_id":"5lq4pn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What happened to NOS in cars? It seemed to be prevalent a decade ago but less so now I'm a relatively young car guy and so am basing this off Fast and Furious movies and anecdotes I heard.  But it seemed that the 90s to early 2000s had more prevalent usage of NOS as a car mod than it seems to be today. What changed or was my perception just incorrect?  Or maybe it is still being used but not discussed as much?","c_root_id_A":"dbym00d","c_root_id_B":"dbysm64","created_at_utc_A":1483480270,"created_at_utc_B":1483488348,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Cheap ebay turbo kits probably are also to blame for this. Why spend money on extra power that's only good for a few seconds if you can just turbo it and get extra power that doesn't has to be refilled after every use? NOS is kinda useless for everyday driving so it probably was a lot more popular in racing themed movies than in reality.","human_ref_B":"For the record it's Nitrous Oxide. NOS is a brand. Not trying to sound like a dick just providing insight. And tons of grudge racers still use it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8078.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"50iwl1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Want to build a Vette Kart, what do i need to make it legal? I want to build a street legal Road Kill inspired vette Kart to race AutoX, maybe drag race, and maybe even take it offroad on so a meaty seat of tires lol. But the main thing is i want it to be street legal, i want to drive it on the street, not tow it.  So my plan is to buy a beat up c4 corvette, rip the body off , put a cage on it, mount Lights on it, Side and rear view mirror. I would like to use a C4 as it has good suspension, chassis, and drive line  that will support plenty of aftermarket parts. Maybe put a LSX in it with a 6speed. But i would like to have the cage built more like a Miata eliminator, but with beefier sidebars.  Raod Kills Vette Kart  http:\/\/gmauthority.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Roadkill-C4-Kart-Video-720x340.jpg  Miata Eliminator  http:\/\/cdn.speednik.com\/files\/2015\/01\/eliminator-1.jpg  But i want it all street legal in Florida. So What else do i need, Im thinking fenders to prevent throwing up debris, maybe Bumper Bars, maybe hood, and Maybe Keep the windshield with wipers? My next concern is will i need special registration?   Last will it be worth anything, I have no intent on making money on it but im planing on investing up to 10k in it so i dont want it to be a wright off. Would you guys ever buy something like this and if so for how much if well executed.","c_root_id_A":"d7544fc","c_root_id_B":"d74p2xi","created_at_utc_A":1472713174,"created_at_utc_B":1472685597,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"THE RIGHT ANSWER: Start reading at 316.217, down through 316.300: http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399\/0316\/0316.html  THE USEFUL ANSWER: You should go find a custom shop nearby and start asking them these questions, ideally someone who's done it before.  THE REAL ANSWER: It's Florida, man. You don't have inspections. Build your thing. You'll get some fixit tickets. Add those things to your thing.  I don't think I'd buy it. The joy is in building the thing.","human_ref_B":"r\/projectcar might have better info for you","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27577.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"50iwl1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Want to build a Vette Kart, what do i need to make it legal? I want to build a street legal Road Kill inspired vette Kart to race AutoX, maybe drag race, and maybe even take it offroad on so a meaty seat of tires lol. But the main thing is i want it to be street legal, i want to drive it on the street, not tow it.  So my plan is to buy a beat up c4 corvette, rip the body off , put a cage on it, mount Lights on it, Side and rear view mirror. I would like to use a C4 as it has good suspension, chassis, and drive line  that will support plenty of aftermarket parts. Maybe put a LSX in it with a 6speed. But i would like to have the cage built more like a Miata eliminator, but with beefier sidebars.  Raod Kills Vette Kart  http:\/\/gmauthority.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Roadkill-C4-Kart-Video-720x340.jpg  Miata Eliminator  http:\/\/cdn.speednik.com\/files\/2015\/01\/eliminator-1.jpg  But i want it all street legal in Florida. So What else do i need, Im thinking fenders to prevent throwing up debris, maybe Bumper Bars, maybe hood, and Maybe Keep the windshield with wipers? My next concern is will i need special registration?   Last will it be worth anything, I have no intent on making money on it but im planing on investing up to 10k in it so i dont want it to be a wright off. Would you guys ever buy something like this and if so for how much if well executed.","c_root_id_A":"d753gvw","c_root_id_B":"d7544fc","created_at_utc_A":1472711224,"created_at_utc_B":1472713174,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"The only things I am sure of are head and tail lights, turn signals, side mirrors, bumpers, seat belts.  Everything else is going to be dependent on state laws.","human_ref_B":"THE RIGHT ANSWER: Start reading at 316.217, down through 316.300: http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399\/0316\/0316.html  THE USEFUL ANSWER: You should go find a custom shop nearby and start asking them these questions, ideally someone who's done it before.  THE REAL ANSWER: It's Florida, man. You don't have inspections. Build your thing. You'll get some fixit tickets. Add those things to your thing.  I don't think I'd buy it. The joy is in building the thing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1950.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"50aykc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is Toyota Prius isn't turbocharged to maximize efficiency? A simple Google search about most efficient car shows that Toyota Prius is the most efficient car. After reading about turbocharger in wiki, it says that turbocharger could increase efficiency with minimal to no power increase ( if somehow Toyota desires better efficiency over higher power). So why not Toyota develop a hybrid turbo power unit like a Formula 1 car in pursuit of maximum efficiency? From what I understand, turbo works by harnessing waste energy from moving exhaust gas (kinetic energy) to power up a separate system which forces air into the combustion chamber to enhance the combustion. So why not?","c_root_id_A":"d72koa9","c_root_id_B":"d72kh95","created_at_utc_A":1472564999,"created_at_utc_B":1472564692,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The Prius uses and Atkinson cycle motor. This takes some of the gains from a turbo.   Turbos are precision parts that cost a considerable amount to produce in parts and labor.    Turbos increase maintenance expense.   In an already highly efficient motor the gains are not worth the input.","human_ref_B":"I really dont know much about prius' but it might have to do with the fact the engine is used like a generator as well. It turns on and off when the batteries need topping off. You can leave the AC on all the time and it will start the engine when its running low. This type of on and off operation is not great for a turbo, it would probably end up with carbon buildup from idling for so long. And when idling it would actually reduce efficiency because of the extra restriction in the intake\/exhaust when its not on boost (at idle).  Also could be packaging, there may not be room for a turbo manifold, turbo, intercooler and other parts in the engine bay.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":307.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4v3rtx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Is an engine swap possible without any car experience, and what cars\/engines are easiest? Hey guys (folks)! I really want to buy a cheap rwd car sometime in the future and do an engine swap, maybe something like a V8 Miata. I've watched some engine swap videos and it looks complicated, but is it something I would be able to do without any previous experience, even if it takes awhile?  Also, are there any specific cars and engine combinations that you enjoy that are fairly easy, preferably with kits and lots of resources available online?","c_root_id_A":"d5v8o3m","c_root_id_B":"d5v9165","created_at_utc_A":1469752722,"created_at_utc_B":1469753277,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Flying Miata has a pretty good site that sells everything you need (minus the engine, transmission and engine controller). they also have all the instructions to do it, which helps. If you have the tools and a good chunk of expendable income, it can be done. *maybe.*  you can check their manual and parts list that goes according to which chassis you buy. You can see what it takes and can probably make a good decision on whether or not your able to make it. if you want to go another way, be it engine or whatever, you'll probably do similar things to get it done.  Other than that, take your time to search the web for forums and such, a lot of people will post their whole build and tell if they had any problems. The internet is an awesome tool so use it to your advantage.","human_ref_B":"I would say there are other car-related things that might be better to cut your teeth on than an engine swap.      That said, a V8 Miata swap is probably the best choice.  There is a monumental amount of info out there for the Miata and the swap is a common one.  Flyin' Miata has pretty much everything you need for the swap as well.      Another swap to consider is the Vorshlag BMW E36 LS swap.  It's probably one of the most complete swap kits you can get.  The platform is well supported too.      But no matter what you choose, you're going to have to do more than just bolting it together.  There will be wiring work and ECU tuning needed.  If this is your first foray into wrenching on your own car, I would start smaller.  Honestly, start with the Miata.  Get one as stock as possible and AutoCross the hell out of it.  Then start with small modifications and keep reaching a little farther each time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":555.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"yf9y2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I give this guy a refund? I sold this guy my little 05 dodge stratus. When he came to look at it we had to jump start it. The car has been sitting for a couple of months so I didn't think anything of it. It started up and he took it for a drive and everything was good. He said he wanted to buy it and would come back Tuesday.  When he got here the car was dead again. I told him I thought that might mean the battery or the alternator needed fixed but I was only guessing. I price checked both parts with my mechanic down the road and subtracted that from the overall amount that he paid me. He said he absolutely wanted it anyway and I signed over the title to him and provided him with a full inspection of the car that I had done a couple months back (it hadn't been driven since). I offered to tow him to the mechanic and have the battery inspected before we signed the title but he insisted that he wanted it. After I signed it to him he ignores my advice and goes and buys a battery and replaces the battery with his friend. Car doesn't start. He asks me if I would tow it to his house for him to work on it and I agreed and paid 60 bucks for his tow. His friend replaces the alternator and the car still doesn't start.  Now he is asking me to take the car back. I am feeling very frustrated because I already lowered the cost by a lot so he could pay for repairs and he ignored my advice completely and cost me even more money. I would have to get a new title and tow it back here as well. Should I refund this guy? Is it possible that the issue is small since the battery, alternator and starter are all new?  Any advice is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu2hlao","c_root_id_B":"iu2h3eq","created_at_utc_A":1666921467,"created_at_utc_B":1666921238,"score_A":34,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"NO! It\u2019s a used car, you told him what you \u201cthink\u201d it might be. You\u2019re not a mechanic and sounds like he isn\u2019t either. Used car warranties are as far as you can see the taillight\u2019s after he leave\u2019s. You adjusted your price accordingly and he wanted it. I\u2019m sorry to sound like a jerk but that\u2019s his car now. I can see if you didn\u2019t try to tell him not to take it or just brushed it off like nothing. The status hasn\u2019t been made in Over 15 years, he has to expect issues on an American car that old\u2026..","human_ref_B":"Did you guys sign any kind of as-is agreement or do you have anything in writing showing that he's buying a car that had any issue and bought it anyway? I mean honestly I'd tell the guy to get lost(politely)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":229.0,"score_ratio":17.0}
{"post_id":"yf9y2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I give this guy a refund? I sold this guy my little 05 dodge stratus. When he came to look at it we had to jump start it. The car has been sitting for a couple of months so I didn't think anything of it. It started up and he took it for a drive and everything was good. He said he wanted to buy it and would come back Tuesday.  When he got here the car was dead again. I told him I thought that might mean the battery or the alternator needed fixed but I was only guessing. I price checked both parts with my mechanic down the road and subtracted that from the overall amount that he paid me. He said he absolutely wanted it anyway and I signed over the title to him and provided him with a full inspection of the car that I had done a couple months back (it hadn't been driven since). I offered to tow him to the mechanic and have the battery inspected before we signed the title but he insisted that he wanted it. After I signed it to him he ignores my advice and goes and buys a battery and replaces the battery with his friend. Car doesn't start. He asks me if I would tow it to his house for him to work on it and I agreed and paid 60 bucks for his tow. His friend replaces the alternator and the car still doesn't start.  Now he is asking me to take the car back. I am feeling very frustrated because I already lowered the cost by a lot so he could pay for repairs and he ignored my advice completely and cost me even more money. I would have to get a new title and tow it back here as well. Should I refund this guy? Is it possible that the issue is small since the battery, alternator and starter are all new?  Any advice is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu2h3eq","c_root_id_B":"iu2ia79","created_at_utc_A":1666921238,"created_at_utc_B":1666921784,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Did you guys sign any kind of as-is agreement or do you have anything in writing showing that he's buying a car that had any issue and bought it anyway? I mean honestly I'd tell the guy to get lost(politely)","human_ref_B":"Ghost him. You already went above and beyond by paying to tow his car. Remember, it's no longer YOUR car. Cut ties and be done with it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":546.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"yf9y2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I give this guy a refund? I sold this guy my little 05 dodge stratus. When he came to look at it we had to jump start it. The car has been sitting for a couple of months so I didn't think anything of it. It started up and he took it for a drive and everything was good. He said he wanted to buy it and would come back Tuesday.  When he got here the car was dead again. I told him I thought that might mean the battery or the alternator needed fixed but I was only guessing. I price checked both parts with my mechanic down the road and subtracted that from the overall amount that he paid me. He said he absolutely wanted it anyway and I signed over the title to him and provided him with a full inspection of the car that I had done a couple months back (it hadn't been driven since). I offered to tow him to the mechanic and have the battery inspected before we signed the title but he insisted that he wanted it. After I signed it to him he ignores my advice and goes and buys a battery and replaces the battery with his friend. Car doesn't start. He asks me if I would tow it to his house for him to work on it and I agreed and paid 60 bucks for his tow. His friend replaces the alternator and the car still doesn't start.  Now he is asking me to take the car back. I am feeling very frustrated because I already lowered the cost by a lot so he could pay for repairs and he ignored my advice completely and cost me even more money. I would have to get a new title and tow it back here as well. Should I refund this guy? Is it possible that the issue is small since the battery, alternator and starter are all new?  Any advice is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu3gqbb","c_root_id_B":"iu2v3pz","created_at_utc_A":1666942979,"created_at_utc_B":1666927905,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"That\u2019s the way buying used cars works unfortunately for him. You didn\u2019t try to mislead him, he made his own personal appraisal of the car and situation and decided to part with his money, that\u2019s it.","human_ref_B":"No way after this guy and his friend did work on the car. Who knows what they did to it! Tell him it\u2019s his and he can sell it to some other dumbass.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15074.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"yf9y2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I give this guy a refund? I sold this guy my little 05 dodge stratus. When he came to look at it we had to jump start it. The car has been sitting for a couple of months so I didn't think anything of it. It started up and he took it for a drive and everything was good. He said he wanted to buy it and would come back Tuesday.  When he got here the car was dead again. I told him I thought that might mean the battery or the alternator needed fixed but I was only guessing. I price checked both parts with my mechanic down the road and subtracted that from the overall amount that he paid me. He said he absolutely wanted it anyway and I signed over the title to him and provided him with a full inspection of the car that I had done a couple months back (it hadn't been driven since). I offered to tow him to the mechanic and have the battery inspected before we signed the title but he insisted that he wanted it. After I signed it to him he ignores my advice and goes and buys a battery and replaces the battery with his friend. Car doesn't start. He asks me if I would tow it to his house for him to work on it and I agreed and paid 60 bucks for his tow. His friend replaces the alternator and the car still doesn't start.  Now he is asking me to take the car back. I am feeling very frustrated because I already lowered the cost by a lot so he could pay for repairs and he ignored my advice completely and cost me even more money. I would have to get a new title and tow it back here as well. Should I refund this guy? Is it possible that the issue is small since the battery, alternator and starter are all new?  Any advice is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu3gqbb","c_root_id_B":"iu2h3eq","created_at_utc_A":1666942979,"created_at_utc_B":1666921238,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"That\u2019s the way buying used cars works unfortunately for him. You didn\u2019t try to mislead him, he made his own personal appraisal of the car and situation and decided to part with his money, that\u2019s it.","human_ref_B":"Did you guys sign any kind of as-is agreement or do you have anything in writing showing that he's buying a car that had any issue and bought it anyway? I mean honestly I'd tell the guy to get lost(politely)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21741.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"yf9y2f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I give this guy a refund? I sold this guy my little 05 dodge stratus. When he came to look at it we had to jump start it. The car has been sitting for a couple of months so I didn't think anything of it. It started up and he took it for a drive and everything was good. He said he wanted to buy it and would come back Tuesday.  When he got here the car was dead again. I told him I thought that might mean the battery or the alternator needed fixed but I was only guessing. I price checked both parts with my mechanic down the road and subtracted that from the overall amount that he paid me. He said he absolutely wanted it anyway and I signed over the title to him and provided him with a full inspection of the car that I had done a couple months back (it hadn't been driven since). I offered to tow him to the mechanic and have the battery inspected before we signed the title but he insisted that he wanted it. After I signed it to him he ignores my advice and goes and buys a battery and replaces the battery with his friend. Car doesn't start. He asks me if I would tow it to his house for him to work on it and I agreed and paid 60 bucks for his tow. His friend replaces the alternator and the car still doesn't start.  Now he is asking me to take the car back. I am feeling very frustrated because I already lowered the cost by a lot so he could pay for repairs and he ignored my advice completely and cost me even more money. I would have to get a new title and tow it back here as well. Should I refund this guy? Is it possible that the issue is small since the battery, alternator and starter are all new?  Any advice is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"iu2h3eq","c_root_id_B":"iu2v3pz","created_at_utc_A":1666921238,"created_at_utc_B":1666927905,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Did you guys sign any kind of as-is agreement or do you have anything in writing showing that he's buying a car that had any issue and bought it anyway? I mean honestly I'd tell the guy to get lost(politely)","human_ref_B":"No way after this guy and his friend did work on the car. Who knows what they did to it! Tell him it\u2019s his and he can sell it to some other dumbass.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6667.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"vyb0m0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.77,"history":"In order to save money on fuel, wouldn\u2019t it be a good idea to fill up canisters with fuel and then use them while the fuel at the petrol station gets more expensive?","c_root_id_A":"ig18dva","c_root_id_B":"ig17k40","created_at_utc_A":1657741877,"created_at_utc_B":1657741555,"score_A":25,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"I saw a short documentary a while back on a group of people in Philly who tried this out as a business idea.  Can't remember the name, something something in Philadelphia... I'll link it if I can remember.  Maybe you can get some tips there.","human_ref_B":"how much are you talking?  hah  55gallon drums are $200, plus you need a pump ($50 for hand crank), plus the hassle, plus storing them, plus a truck to haul them to the gas station...  fuel starts to degrade... you could put fuel sta-bil in it to make it last 6-12 months. but that would be a $50 jug per 55gallon drum.  Becomes not even remotely worth it.    You could do all that with gas $5 gallon and in 3 months it could drop to $4 per gallon","labels":1,"seconds_difference":322.0,"score_ratio":2.0833333333}
{"post_id":"vyb0m0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.77,"history":"In order to save money on fuel, wouldn\u2019t it be a good idea to fill up canisters with fuel and then use them while the fuel at the petrol station gets more expensive?","c_root_id_A":"ig224tr","c_root_id_B":"ig2h8zn","created_at_utc_A":1657753973,"created_at_utc_B":1657760654,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Buying and selling gasoline futures is essentially the same thing.","human_ref_B":"The Gang Solves The Gas Crisis","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6681.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"vyb0m0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.77,"history":"In order to save money on fuel, wouldn\u2019t it be a good idea to fill up canisters with fuel and then use them while the fuel at the petrol station gets more expensive?","c_root_id_A":"ig1dw5y","c_root_id_B":"ig1s91n","created_at_utc_A":1657744019,"created_at_utc_B":1657749766,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If everyone did this though\u2026.it would cause demand and obviously prices to go up. We see it around \ud83c\udf00 season \u201cOMG HURRICANE let\u2019s go fill up water bottles, and any vessel possible to stock pile during a shortage!\u201d","human_ref_B":"Don't be that guy.   No one wants to be that guy that everyone laughs at for filling up extra containers","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5747.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"vyb0m0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.77,"history":"In order to save money on fuel, wouldn\u2019t it be a good idea to fill up canisters with fuel and then use them while the fuel at the petrol station gets more expensive?","c_root_id_A":"ig309lp","c_root_id_B":"ig224tr","created_at_utc_A":1657769580,"created_at_utc_B":1657753973,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fuel is dangerous to store. Fuel goes off.","human_ref_B":"Buying and selling gasoline futures is essentially the same thing.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15607.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"vyb0m0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.77,"history":"In order to save money on fuel, wouldn\u2019t it be a good idea to fill up canisters with fuel and then use them while the fuel at the petrol station gets more expensive?","c_root_id_A":"ig309lp","c_root_id_B":"ig2u7ep","created_at_utc_A":1657769580,"created_at_utc_B":1657766581,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fuel is dangerous to store. Fuel goes off.","human_ref_B":"Wildcard bitches","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2999.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"vqkvdx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Will just starting a car and leaving it on charge the car's battery, or does the car have to actually be driven? Hey all! So, as a result of us not using this extra car, the battery is always drained after a few weeks.  So, my question is, let's say I turn the car on once a week for some time, but don't actually drive it, would just the car being on charge the battery, or does that only happen if the car is actually driven? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"iepmixp","c_root_id_B":"iepn02q","created_at_utc_A":1656864892,"created_at_utc_B":1656865095,"score_A":6,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"the car will charge from running it, without driving.   But if the battery is noticably low (slow cranking, dimmming, etc) then it's usually better for the battery and easier on the alternator to put it on a trickle charger and bring it up to spec slowly then shoving 80a at it from an alternator","human_ref_B":"Yes even at idle your car should charge the battery, assuming everything is working properly. However letting your battery go flat repeatedly will shorten its life quite a bit. You're better off getting a battery tender for the car that sits a lot.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":203.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"vqkvdx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Will just starting a car and leaving it on charge the car's battery, or does the car have to actually be driven? Hey all! So, as a result of us not using this extra car, the battery is always drained after a few weeks.  So, my question is, let's say I turn the car on once a week for some time, but don't actually drive it, would just the car being on charge the battery, or does that only happen if the car is actually driven? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"ieptvfp","c_root_id_B":"iepmixp","created_at_utc_A":1656867911,"created_at_utc_B":1656864892,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"As long as it doesn't have an AGM battery, it will charge at idle. I would recommend a short 10 minute drive though. Maybe even pull out the battery when not in use and put it on a maintainer.","human_ref_B":"the car will charge from running it, without driving.   But if the battery is noticably low (slow cranking, dimmming, etc) then it's usually better for the battery and easier on the alternator to put it on a trickle charger and bring it up to spec slowly then shoving 80a at it from an alternator","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3019.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"tqyhg3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What are some inexpensive changes\/accessories that you\u2019ve added to your car? Stuff like license plate covers, nice floor mats, etc. My gf just got a new car and I want to surprise her with some cool stuff for it. Thanks in advance.","c_root_id_A":"i2k5h8a","c_root_id_B":"i2k0eql","created_at_utc_A":1648559229,"created_at_utc_B":1648556592,"score_A":16,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Floor mats, shift knob, seat covers, air freshener, head unit...those are all pretty cheap and easy to install.  Depending on the car, a good detail clean inside could be good.   Also, a roadside assistance pack with jumper cables, gloves, flashlight, emergency blanket, and a small first aid kit should be the first thing you get. Bonus points for flares and\/or safety triangle.  Storage thing for the seat backs if you have kids, though remember to check it for food or you'll want another air freshener...  Pair of dedicated driving sunglasses that don't leave the car.","human_ref_B":"I got those fancy laser cut weather tech floor mats and I love them. They're not really cool per se, but if you live somewhere it snows a lot, they're amazing.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2637.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s7ul6l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"So if an electric motor becomes a generator when used backwards, then why don't people repurpose alternators as starters instead of having a separate starter?","c_root_id_A":"htdg09r","c_root_id_B":"htcfp3m","created_at_utc_A":1642628095,"created_at_utc_B":1642614740,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The Ram\/Jeep \"mild\" hybrid systems do in fact replace the altenator with a beefed up one that also acts as the starer.","human_ref_B":"They are not designed to work as a motor and are not related to one other than having similar construction. In order to work as a starting motor you would need a way to provide 3 phase power to them, and even then they would only generate such low torque that it wouldn't spin an engine over.    There used to be starter\/generators used in the past, however those are extremely limited in power output for both starting and charging.    It is possible but would require a major redesign of the alternator itself as well as how it is connected to the engine and with all the manufacturers now going to build electrics and hybrids I doubt you will see it done on an ICE powered vehicle. At least until all the electric vehicles kill the power grid and folks have to start cranking up \"grandpas old car\" to be able to move again...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13355.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"s7ul6l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"So if an electric motor becomes a generator when used backwards, then why don't people repurpose alternators as starters instead of having a separate starter?","c_root_id_A":"htcnbgy","c_root_id_B":"htdg09r","created_at_utc_A":1642617555,"created_at_utc_B":1642628095,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It's been done. I found an article from 1999 about a company working on it.  US Patent US4862009A from 2011 also covers this idea.  I'd imagine the reason it wasn't done from the start is that the compromises needed to make it one device were more costly than the compromises needed to make it two devices.","human_ref_B":"The Ram\/Jeep \"mild\" hybrid systems do in fact replace the altenator with a beefed up one that also acts as the starer.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10540.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"s7ul6l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"So if an electric motor becomes a generator when used backwards, then why don't people repurpose alternators as starters instead of having a separate starter?","c_root_id_A":"htdg09r","c_root_id_B":"htcssox","created_at_utc_A":1642628095,"created_at_utc_B":1642619568,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The Ram\/Jeep \"mild\" hybrid systems do in fact replace the altenator with a beefed up one that also acts as the starer.","human_ref_B":"A lot of hybrids with integrated motors in the engine do this. Integrating the motor and flywheel allows you to both recover mechanical energy and facilitate the quick starting required by most modern start\/stop systems.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8527.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r66ffo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What's the best road trip car you've ever owned? I'm currently driving cross country in a 1997 W140 Mercedes. Other than a slight vibration and terrible mpgs this tank is killing it. So much room, plush ride, nice and quiet, suitable power. I would give the honor to my old W220 except the pneumatic suspension was too unreliable to make for thousands of pleasant miles. My old 1989 Caddy Brougham is another contender but that car was horribly underpowered. It also wasn't nearly as quiet as the W140, though the ride was more plush.  Curious what you guys have had cruised for hours on end in and loved. What's the best road trip car you've had in your garage?","c_root_id_A":"hmrimxw","c_root_id_B":"hmrbl39","created_at_utc_A":1638337647,"created_at_utc_B":1638333782,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"We do a **ton** of road tripping. In the past few years we\u2019ve collectively done about ~90k miles in road trips alone.  My previous road trip car is my BMW 535i (F10). Extremely comfortable car, pretty good gas mileage for how big it is, and overall has been a relatively reliable ownership outside of warranty. The L6 turbo has a smooth linear acceleration.   My current road trip car is my MINI Cooper S Hardtop (F56). While it\u2019s not the most comfortable, it\u2019s an absolute blast and joy to drive, fuel economy is great, and has been extremely reliable over the years. The L4 turbo is peppy and has a nice kick to it.","human_ref_B":"2007 Kia Optima. Low mpg, comfortable,  never broke down, and we put a lot of road trip miles on that car. We owned it for almost ten years and only had to do one repair outside of regular maintenance. I still regret selling it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3865.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"r66ffo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What's the best road trip car you've ever owned? I'm currently driving cross country in a 1997 W140 Mercedes. Other than a slight vibration and terrible mpgs this tank is killing it. So much room, plush ride, nice and quiet, suitable power. I would give the honor to my old W220 except the pneumatic suspension was too unreliable to make for thousands of pleasant miles. My old 1989 Caddy Brougham is another contender but that car was horribly underpowered. It also wasn't nearly as quiet as the W140, though the ride was more plush.  Curious what you guys have had cruised for hours on end in and loved. What's the best road trip car you've had in your garage?","c_root_id_A":"hmroj8e","c_root_id_B":"hmrbl39","created_at_utc_A":1638341431,"created_at_utc_B":1638333782,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"03 ls430 . just floats over everything","human_ref_B":"2007 Kia Optima. Low mpg, comfortable,  never broke down, and we put a lot of road trip miles on that car. We owned it for almost ten years and only had to do one repair outside of regular maintenance. I still regret selling it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7649.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"r66ffo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What's the best road trip car you've ever owned? I'm currently driving cross country in a 1997 W140 Mercedes. Other than a slight vibration and terrible mpgs this tank is killing it. So much room, plush ride, nice and quiet, suitable power. I would give the honor to my old W220 except the pneumatic suspension was too unreliable to make for thousands of pleasant miles. My old 1989 Caddy Brougham is another contender but that car was horribly underpowered. It also wasn't nearly as quiet as the W140, though the ride was more plush.  Curious what you guys have had cruised for hours on end in and loved. What's the best road trip car you've had in your garage?","c_root_id_A":"hmrphb1","c_root_id_B":"hmrrx33","created_at_utc_A":1638342104,"created_at_utc_B":1638343888,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Probably the 1990 Cadillac Sedan Deville I drove in College.  I have a Ford Transit on order that I'll be converting to my new road trip car.  AWD, twin turbo V6, with a bed and bathroom seems like a good combination.","human_ref_B":"My '07 Mercury Grand Marquis.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1784.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r66ffo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What's the best road trip car you've ever owned? I'm currently driving cross country in a 1997 W140 Mercedes. Other than a slight vibration and terrible mpgs this tank is killing it. So much room, plush ride, nice and quiet, suitable power. I would give the honor to my old W220 except the pneumatic suspension was too unreliable to make for thousands of pleasant miles. My old 1989 Caddy Brougham is another contender but that car was horribly underpowered. It also wasn't nearly as quiet as the W140, though the ride was more plush.  Curious what you guys have had cruised for hours on end in and loved. What's the best road trip car you've had in your garage?","c_root_id_A":"hmrphb1","c_root_id_B":"hms0m43","created_at_utc_A":1638342104,"created_at_utc_B":1638350985,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Probably the 1990 Cadillac Sedan Deville I drove in College.  I have a Ford Transit on order that I'll be converting to my new road trip car.  AWD, twin turbo V6, with a bed and bathroom seems like a good combination.","human_ref_B":"Volvo. Any Volvo. In decent condition of course. Good MPG, arguably the most comfortable seats ever made, safe as hell too.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8881.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r66ffo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What's the best road trip car you've ever owned? I'm currently driving cross country in a 1997 W140 Mercedes. Other than a slight vibration and terrible mpgs this tank is killing it. So much room, plush ride, nice and quiet, suitable power. I would give the honor to my old W220 except the pneumatic suspension was too unreliable to make for thousands of pleasant miles. My old 1989 Caddy Brougham is another contender but that car was horribly underpowered. It also wasn't nearly as quiet as the W140, though the ride was more plush.  Curious what you guys have had cruised for hours on end in and loved. What's the best road trip car you've had in your garage?","c_root_id_A":"hmrxfum","c_root_id_B":"hms0m43","created_at_utc_A":1638348253,"created_at_utc_B":1638350985,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"W123 Mercedes. They are very comfortable to drive, they last forever, and the world just seems to slow down in it. But I also like old VW Beetles just as much. I usually go on several longer trips in them every summer. They are very fun to drive, very easy to repair if something should go wrong, and they can get surprisingly good mileage. The passing of time also seem to slow down when driving them. There is no distractions in there. We usually play our driving playlist and just enjoy the trip, while we pretend that the last 50 years never happened.","human_ref_B":"Volvo. Any Volvo. In decent condition of course. Good MPG, arguably the most comfortable seats ever made, safe as hell too.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2732.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r66ffo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"What's the best road trip car you've ever owned? I'm currently driving cross country in a 1997 W140 Mercedes. Other than a slight vibration and terrible mpgs this tank is killing it. So much room, plush ride, nice and quiet, suitable power. I would give the honor to my old W220 except the pneumatic suspension was too unreliable to make for thousands of pleasant miles. My old 1989 Caddy Brougham is another contender but that car was horribly underpowered. It also wasn't nearly as quiet as the W140, though the ride was more plush.  Curious what you guys have had cruised for hours on end in and loved. What's the best road trip car you've had in your garage?","c_root_id_A":"hms0m43","c_root_id_B":"hmrzfn0","created_at_utc_A":1638350985,"created_at_utc_B":1638349949,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Volvo. Any Volvo. In decent condition of course. Good MPG, arguably the most comfortable seats ever made, safe as hell too.","human_ref_B":"A 2000 Honda Odyssey. damn thing sat 6 people comfortably, had plenty of power, was fuel efficient and carried all the things you'd need on a road trip.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1036.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r4i1ob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Anyone 6\u20195\u201d and over? And what do you drive? Where\u2019s my tall people at, I\u2019m 6\u20197\u201d and drive a 2016 Wrangler JKUR, with aftermarket seat brackets that allow me to move my seat back 2 extra inches from 41.2 inches to supposedly 43.2 inches.  What does everyone else drive and how tall are you and what are the legroom specs? I\u2019m trying to get out of my Jeep. But being tall has its disadvantages.","c_root_id_A":"hmgwx9e","c_root_id_B":"hmgtmjf","created_at_utc_A":1638145804,"created_at_utc_B":1638144355,"score_A":15,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Not me, but my friend is 6'11\". He drives a Toyota Tundra as it was one of the few vehicles he could get both enough leg room and head room.","human_ref_B":"I'm not over 6'-0\" but I suggest if you like more legroom, get a two-door coupe. They tend to allow you to put the seat back really far, and the doors are very large allowing you to get in and out more comfortably.   However, if you want to stick with a truck, I'm not sure what to tell you. Luxury\/sports coupes are typically the best option for stretching out.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1449.0,"score_ratio":3.75}
{"post_id":"r4i1ob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Anyone 6\u20195\u201d and over? And what do you drive? Where\u2019s my tall people at, I\u2019m 6\u20197\u201d and drive a 2016 Wrangler JKUR, with aftermarket seat brackets that allow me to move my seat back 2 extra inches from 41.2 inches to supposedly 43.2 inches.  What does everyone else drive and how tall are you and what are the legroom specs? I\u2019m trying to get out of my Jeep. But being tall has its disadvantages.","c_root_id_A":"hmh221o","c_root_id_B":"hmgz22b","created_at_utc_A":1638148108,"created_at_utc_B":1638146740,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I'm 6'5\".      I went from a Dodge Ram to a Subaru Outback to another Outback to a WRX STi. I've never had issues with any of them, the Subie's have lots of leg room in the front and rear seats.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m nowhere close to your height, but I\u2019m 95%% sure you\u2019d be totally fine in my 2011 Avalon. I\u2019m guessing they\u2019re all like this if that at all helps lol.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1368.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r4i1ob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Anyone 6\u20195\u201d and over? And what do you drive? Where\u2019s my tall people at, I\u2019m 6\u20197\u201d and drive a 2016 Wrangler JKUR, with aftermarket seat brackets that allow me to move my seat back 2 extra inches from 41.2 inches to supposedly 43.2 inches.  What does everyone else drive and how tall are you and what are the legroom specs? I\u2019m trying to get out of my Jeep. But being tall has its disadvantages.","c_root_id_A":"hmh221o","c_root_id_B":"hmgtmjf","created_at_utc_A":1638148108,"created_at_utc_B":1638144355,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I'm 6'5\".      I went from a Dodge Ram to a Subaru Outback to another Outback to a WRX STi. I've never had issues with any of them, the Subie's have lots of leg room in the front and rear seats.","human_ref_B":"I'm not over 6'-0\" but I suggest if you like more legroom, get a two-door coupe. They tend to allow you to put the seat back really far, and the doors are very large allowing you to get in and out more comfortably.   However, if you want to stick with a truck, I'm not sure what to tell you. Luxury\/sports coupes are typically the best option for stretching out.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3753.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"r4i1ob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Anyone 6\u20195\u201d and over? And what do you drive? Where\u2019s my tall people at, I\u2019m 6\u20197\u201d and drive a 2016 Wrangler JKUR, with aftermarket seat brackets that allow me to move my seat back 2 extra inches from 41.2 inches to supposedly 43.2 inches.  What does everyone else drive and how tall are you and what are the legroom specs? I\u2019m trying to get out of my Jeep. But being tall has its disadvantages.","c_root_id_A":"hmh221o","c_root_id_B":"hmgz6mh","created_at_utc_A":1638148108,"created_at_utc_B":1638146797,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm 6'5\".      I went from a Dodge Ram to a Subaru Outback to another Outback to a WRX STi. I've never had issues with any of them, the Subie's have lots of leg room in the front and rear seats.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019ve found that unless you get a really massive SUV (Tahoe, Sequoia, Expedition) you tend to have more space in a sedan versus an SUV. I\u2019m fairly tall and I find my 2020 Accord to be pretty comfortable, but my mother owns a CR-V and it\u2019s too small.   Pickup trucks typically have a lot of space. Ive got a 2021 Sierra 2500HD as well, and I find it to be very comfortable in terms of space.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1311.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"r4i1ob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Anyone 6\u20195\u201d and over? And what do you drive? Where\u2019s my tall people at, I\u2019m 6\u20197\u201d and drive a 2016 Wrangler JKUR, with aftermarket seat brackets that allow me to move my seat back 2 extra inches from 41.2 inches to supposedly 43.2 inches.  What does everyone else drive and how tall are you and what are the legroom specs? I\u2019m trying to get out of my Jeep. But being tall has its disadvantages.","c_root_id_A":"hmgzf72","c_root_id_B":"hmh221o","created_at_utc_A":1638146903,"created_at_utc_B":1638148108,"score_A":3,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"6'6 drive a 2013 dodge Challenger rt","human_ref_B":"I'm 6'5\".      I went from a Dodge Ram to a Subaru Outback to another Outback to a WRX STi. I've never had issues with any of them, the Subie's have lots of leg room in the front and rear seats.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1205.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"r4i1ob","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Anyone 6\u20195\u201d and over? And what do you drive? Where\u2019s my tall people at, I\u2019m 6\u20197\u201d and drive a 2016 Wrangler JKUR, with aftermarket seat brackets that allow me to move my seat back 2 extra inches from 41.2 inches to supposedly 43.2 inches.  What does everyone else drive and how tall are you and what are the legroom specs? I\u2019m trying to get out of my Jeep. But being tall has its disadvantages.","c_root_id_A":"hmgtmjf","c_root_id_B":"hmgz22b","created_at_utc_A":1638144355,"created_at_utc_B":1638146740,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I'm not over 6'-0\" but I suggest if you like more legroom, get a two-door coupe. They tend to allow you to put the seat back really far, and the doors are very large allowing you to get in and out more comfortably.   However, if you want to stick with a truck, I'm not sure what to tell you. Luxury\/sports coupes are typically the best option for stretching out.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m nowhere close to your height, but I\u2019m 95%% sure you\u2019d be totally fine in my 2011 Avalon. I\u2019m guessing they\u2019re all like this if that at all helps lol.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2385.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qclupy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What are some not-well-known car maintenance tips to make my car last forever? Recently got a different car and I want to make it last forever, now I already know about the changing coolant and rotating tires and don\u2019t push your car too hard etc. but what are some underrated\/not-well-known tips (e.g. spraying water under your car especially during the winter time when the roads are heavily salted to prevent rust)?","c_root_id_A":"hhgzbkb","c_root_id_B":"hhhc65w","created_at_utc_A":1634808156,"created_at_utc_B":1634817868,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"If you live in snow, winter tires.","human_ref_B":"Do your maintenance, most important part. Never use any nonsense in a bottle that claims it makes it run better , never use any stop leak products. No modifications which only make it run worse guaranteed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9712.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qclupy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What are some not-well-known car maintenance tips to make my car last forever? Recently got a different car and I want to make it last forever, now I already know about the changing coolant and rotating tires and don\u2019t push your car too hard etc. but what are some underrated\/not-well-known tips (e.g. spraying water under your car especially during the winter time when the roads are heavily salted to prevent rust)?","c_root_id_A":"hhhc65w","c_root_id_B":"hhh1uvg","created_at_utc_A":1634817868,"created_at_utc_B":1634810439,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Do your maintenance, most important part. Never use any nonsense in a bottle that claims it makes it run better , never use any stop leak products. No modifications which only make it run worse guaranteed.","human_ref_B":"There's a handy maintenance schedule in your owners manual. It will tell you what services should be performed at specified mileage markers","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7429.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"qclupy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What are some not-well-known car maintenance tips to make my car last forever? Recently got a different car and I want to make it last forever, now I already know about the changing coolant and rotating tires and don\u2019t push your car too hard etc. but what are some underrated\/not-well-known tips (e.g. spraying water under your car especially during the winter time when the roads are heavily salted to prevent rust)?","c_root_id_A":"hhhjkci","c_root_id_B":"hhgzbkb","created_at_utc_A":1634822020,"created_at_utc_B":1634808156,"score_A":12,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Don't baby the engine otherwise carbon will build up. Just give it a good mix of the entire accelerator pedal on a regular basis. Only time you should baby it is when it's not up to temp yet.","human_ref_B":"If you live in snow, winter tires.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13864.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qclupy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What are some not-well-known car maintenance tips to make my car last forever? Recently got a different car and I want to make it last forever, now I already know about the changing coolant and rotating tires and don\u2019t push your car too hard etc. but what are some underrated\/not-well-known tips (e.g. spraying water under your car especially during the winter time when the roads are heavily salted to prevent rust)?","c_root_id_A":"hhhjkci","c_root_id_B":"hhh1uvg","created_at_utc_A":1634822020,"created_at_utc_B":1634810439,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Don't baby the engine otherwise carbon will build up. Just give it a good mix of the entire accelerator pedal on a regular basis. Only time you should baby it is when it's not up to temp yet.","human_ref_B":"There's a handy maintenance schedule in your owners manual. It will tell you what services should be performed at specified mileage markers","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11581.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"q6ntgi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Would you play this game? I'm a software developer and I love cars!  I've been thinking about creating a game that I would love playing, but I'm not sure if other people also would.  It would be something like a dealership simulator, based on real-life market data.  I'm considering extracting car ads from the web, including when they got sold. So you, as a dealership owner\/manager, would start with a given amount of money and would have to decide which cars to buy, so you can eventually resell them with profit. Since this is based on real-life stuff, cars would be available every day and you would be presented with real specs and some sort of discounted price. When the car gets sold in real-life you would also automatically sell yours, making a profit. Success in the game would come from making the right choices when it comes to picking the best options to resell.  Would it be boring? I mean, it's going to basically very repetitive, as cars come, you decide whether or not to buy, and then you profit. I can of course introduce some competitive aspect, like a bid system, limited time to decide, ranking, and so on, but still...  What do you think?","c_root_id_A":"hgdr8z1","c_root_id_B":"hgdxwkq","created_at_utc_A":1634061800,"created_at_utc_B":1634064526,"score_A":7,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Not conventional but it certainly sounds interesting. I\u2019d be more likely to play if it was in browser.","human_ref_B":"Automation is kinda that, but on the manufacturer side.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2726.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"q6ntgi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Would you play this game? I'm a software developer and I love cars!  I've been thinking about creating a game that I would love playing, but I'm not sure if other people also would.  It would be something like a dealership simulator, based on real-life market data.  I'm considering extracting car ads from the web, including when they got sold. So you, as a dealership owner\/manager, would start with a given amount of money and would have to decide which cars to buy, so you can eventually resell them with profit. Since this is based on real-life stuff, cars would be available every day and you would be presented with real specs and some sort of discounted price. When the car gets sold in real-life you would also automatically sell yours, making a profit. Success in the game would come from making the right choices when it comes to picking the best options to resell.  Would it be boring? I mean, it's going to basically very repetitive, as cars come, you decide whether or not to buy, and then you profit. I can of course introduce some competitive aspect, like a bid system, limited time to decide, ranking, and so on, but still...  What do you think?","c_root_id_A":"hgdxwkq","c_root_id_B":"hgdsm0c","created_at_utc_A":1634064526,"created_at_utc_B":1634062370,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Automation is kinda that, but on the manufacturer side.","human_ref_B":"Perhaps have a used car feature, where the player would need to decide if a car is worth repairing and reselling, or if it\u2019s a waste of time and would need to be wholesaled.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2156.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"q6ntgi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Would you play this game? I'm a software developer and I love cars!  I've been thinking about creating a game that I would love playing, but I'm not sure if other people also would.  It would be something like a dealership simulator, based on real-life market data.  I'm considering extracting car ads from the web, including when they got sold. So you, as a dealership owner\/manager, would start with a given amount of money and would have to decide which cars to buy, so you can eventually resell them with profit. Since this is based on real-life stuff, cars would be available every day and you would be presented with real specs and some sort of discounted price. When the car gets sold in real-life you would also automatically sell yours, making a profit. Success in the game would come from making the right choices when it comes to picking the best options to resell.  Would it be boring? I mean, it's going to basically very repetitive, as cars come, you decide whether or not to buy, and then you profit. I can of course introduce some competitive aspect, like a bid system, limited time to decide, ranking, and so on, but still...  What do you think?","c_root_id_A":"hgdxwkq","c_root_id_B":"hgdtev2","created_at_utc_A":1634064526,"created_at_utc_B":1634062704,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Automation is kinda that, but on the manufacturer side.","human_ref_B":"Idk if this is something that will totally take off or not but it does sounds interesting. You can probably expand the context to include more things like being able to take your car for a joyride or modify.  Also looks like this game can also benefit people who are naive about cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1822.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"q6ntgi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Would you play this game? I'm a software developer and I love cars!  I've been thinking about creating a game that I would love playing, but I'm not sure if other people also would.  It would be something like a dealership simulator, based on real-life market data.  I'm considering extracting car ads from the web, including when they got sold. So you, as a dealership owner\/manager, would start with a given amount of money and would have to decide which cars to buy, so you can eventually resell them with profit. Since this is based on real-life stuff, cars would be available every day and you would be presented with real specs and some sort of discounted price. When the car gets sold in real-life you would also automatically sell yours, making a profit. Success in the game would come from making the right choices when it comes to picking the best options to resell.  Would it be boring? I mean, it's going to basically very repetitive, as cars come, you decide whether or not to buy, and then you profit. I can of course introduce some competitive aspect, like a bid system, limited time to decide, ranking, and so on, but still...  What do you think?","c_root_id_A":"hgdtuor","c_root_id_B":"hgdxwkq","created_at_utc_A":1634062885,"created_at_utc_B":1634064526,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I'd play the fuck out of that if it were on something like gamepass. Can't see myself dropping $40 on it though.","human_ref_B":"Automation is kinda that, but on the manufacturer side.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1641.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"q2gx6m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Do you think that the 90's\/early 2000 JDM cars will eventually disappear? I'm a sucker for JDM, the simple design on those 90s sport cars is like having a white canvas, ready to be painted on  The thing is, they're already pretty rare in most places, so I'm worried that one day they'll vanish before I get my chance to buy one, do you think that will happen? If so, are there any cars comparable to 90s JDM there are a little more recent? (Aesthetic wise)","c_root_id_A":"hflb7rp","c_root_id_B":"hfl7l7e","created_at_utc_A":1633519640,"created_at_utc_B":1633517085,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"they wont vanish. you will get priced out.  supras and skylines are crack money now.  any rotary expect to pay decent money to get a nice one.  get on to ford barra turbos from australia instead because you will be hard pressed to find a unmolested manual car unless owned by old man from new.","human_ref_B":"Doug DeMuro just did a video on under valued cars in 2021 and he mentioned the early 2000's Japanese cars.  Better get'em while they are affordable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2555.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"pih160","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Catalytic Converter was stolen off of my '96 F150. How damaging will it be to run without it? It finally happened, some bastards stole my cat converter off of my 1996 F150.      It is a fairly worn down, dented, truck, with a very 'used' interior. My point: it isn't that valuable to begin with, though the engine is still good.     I was wondering how much damage can I expect if I need to use the truck before I get the cat replaced? I don't use it much, mostly to haul things. Maybe a couple of times every few months. When I will be using it, it will mostly be at highway speeds, with low weight hauls ( no pulling a trailer or anything super heavy)     I got laid off recently and I am between jobs, so getting it replaced is at low priority at this time, I would just like to know how much I need to baby it until I have the money to get it replaced (or if even getting it replaced is worth it)     Given how low value the truck is, I only have liability insurance on it so that isn't an option if you were wondering.      I can provide more info if needed, Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"hbpp3ng","c_root_id_B":"hbq0n74","created_at_utc_A":1630865556,"created_at_utc_B":1630870728,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"You will only damage your eardrums","human_ref_B":"Yeah like others have said, check your state\/County regs about if you even needed one technically.   Hell, a 1996 model would have aged out of emissions in my  entire state. We have clause where if you have a car older than 20 or 25 years (one of those, forget which) you only have to do safety inspections.   If you don't need it legally , and can't justify the cost for environmental concerns, get a shop to weld a tube where it was and call it a day. Maybe add a cheapo muffler for less volume","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5172.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"oi4qia","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What to look for when buying a car that hasn't been used in 2 years? I'm looking at buying a mazda 6 mps (mazdaspeed 6 in some countries), and I saw a listing for it that mentioned that the car hadn't been used in 2 years. They said that they started it once a week and that the car was parked under cover. The car is also apparently stock.  How risky is buying a used car that hasn't been used much for 2 years. And if I go to inspect is there anything specifically that I should check. Also since the car has a turbo does that change anything?","c_root_id_A":"h4t3tuo","c_root_id_B":"h4t7oun","created_at_utc_A":1626011590,"created_at_utc_B":1626013783,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Can it be driven?   If it's been standing, I would walk away","human_ref_B":"Does it turn over? Use some jumper cables to see if it is seized or not.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2193.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"oi4qia","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What to look for when buying a car that hasn't been used in 2 years? I'm looking at buying a mazda 6 mps (mazdaspeed 6 in some countries), and I saw a listing for it that mentioned that the car hadn't been used in 2 years. They said that they started it once a week and that the car was parked under cover. The car is also apparently stock.  How risky is buying a used car that hasn't been used much for 2 years. And if I go to inspect is there anything specifically that I should check. Also since the car has a turbo does that change anything?","c_root_id_A":"h4tk73p","c_root_id_B":"h4tety7","created_at_utc_A":1626020225,"created_at_utc_B":1626017539,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Tires can get soft spots from sitting too long under the weight of the car without moving. If all they did was start the car without driving it, this could be an issue.","human_ref_B":"Two years not being used isn't the end of the world but I would try and verify. People tend to underestimate time. I seriously doubt it has been started once a week. Look for nests and  damage by rodents. Obvious leaks and smells. Examine tires for cracks. Be prepared to give it a good service, all fluids, possibly brakes etc.. If the tanks is almost empty you might get away with filling it up with fresh gas.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2686.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw0gft7","c_root_id_B":"gw0dzgm","created_at_utc_A":1619495095,"created_at_utc_B":1619493609,"score_A":28,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Wash it, ceramic coat it, tire dress it, tint it and appreciate a reliable, economical ride.  Get focussed on your studies, learning about life, smooching in the park and observing life as it rapidly unfolds before your eyes.  Be a good person.  Respect those around you.","human_ref_B":"Well, does your car look like how it does because *you* want it to look that way, or because you want *others* to approve of it looking that way?  If its the latter and not the former after considerable thought, then you aren\u2019t doing cars right.  Make no mistake, it *will* be critiqued by the low-context eye, and there isn\u2019t really anything abnormal about that. What matters is if you care what they think or not when you know the full story and they don\u2019t.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1486.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw08ike","c_root_id_B":"gw0gft7","created_at_utc_A":1619490539,"created_at_utc_B":1619495095,"score_A":4,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"It'll be called rice and it's not my taste but do whatever you want, if you like it do it not much else to it","human_ref_B":"Wash it, ceramic coat it, tire dress it, tint it and appreciate a reliable, economical ride.  Get focussed on your studies, learning about life, smooching in the park and observing life as it rapidly unfolds before your eyes.  Be a good person.  Respect those around you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4556.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw0ndc3","c_root_id_B":"gw0dzgm","created_at_utc_A":1619499757,"created_at_utc_B":1619493609,"score_A":19,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The only thing that's cringe is gatekeeping what other enthusiasts are into. Tf are you gonna do with 500whp anyway, get pulled over by the cops faster?   Enjoy your car, and enjoy it in whatever way you can.   > Any advice on taking criticism?  Wear your mods like a badge of honor. Who tf is driving the car every day, you or them?","human_ref_B":"Well, does your car look like how it does because *you* want it to look that way, or because you want *others* to approve of it looking that way?  If its the latter and not the former after considerable thought, then you aren\u2019t doing cars right.  Make no mistake, it *will* be critiqued by the low-context eye, and there isn\u2019t really anything abnormal about that. What matters is if you care what they think or not when you know the full story and they don\u2019t.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6148.0,"score_ratio":3.1666666667}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw0ndc3","c_root_id_B":"gw0i9cs","created_at_utc_A":1619499757,"created_at_utc_B":1619496246,"score_A":19,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The only thing that's cringe is gatekeeping what other enthusiasts are into. Tf are you gonna do with 500whp anyway, get pulled over by the cops faster?   Enjoy your car, and enjoy it in whatever way you can.   > Any advice on taking criticism?  Wear your mods like a badge of honor. Who tf is driving the car every day, you or them?","human_ref_B":"Meh.  One thing I love about being older is not giving a shit.  I\u2019m a 37 year old father of two with a ridiculous track Miata with stickers on it.  You want to put stickers on your car?  Put stickers on your car.  Your parents are right, though.  Don\u2019t drive like an idiot.  My dads best friend in high school killed himself and his passenger in a 68 Chevelle  SS.  We also knew a family who lost their 2 year old daughter when some teenagers street racing t-boned them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3511.0,"score_ratio":3.8}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw08ike","c_root_id_B":"gw0ndc3","created_at_utc_A":1619490539,"created_at_utc_B":1619499757,"score_A":4,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"It'll be called rice and it's not my taste but do whatever you want, if you like it do it not much else to it","human_ref_B":"The only thing that's cringe is gatekeeping what other enthusiasts are into. Tf are you gonna do with 500whp anyway, get pulled over by the cops faster?   Enjoy your car, and enjoy it in whatever way you can.   > Any advice on taking criticism?  Wear your mods like a badge of honor. Who tf is driving the car every day, you or them?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9218.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw0ndc3","c_root_id_B":"gw0jo9p","created_at_utc_A":1619499757,"created_at_utc_B":1619497174,"score_A":19,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The only thing that's cringe is gatekeeping what other enthusiasts are into. Tf are you gonna do with 500whp anyway, get pulled over by the cops faster?   Enjoy your car, and enjoy it in whatever way you can.   > Any advice on taking criticism?  Wear your mods like a badge of honor. Who tf is driving the car every day, you or them?","human_ref_B":"I riced out my is350 when I bought it at 18 and 4 years later, I regret it and can barely stand my own car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2583.0,"score_ratio":9.5}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw0dzgm","c_root_id_B":"gw08ike","created_at_utc_A":1619493609,"created_at_utc_B":1619490539,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Well, does your car look like how it does because *you* want it to look that way, or because you want *others* to approve of it looking that way?  If its the latter and not the former after considerable thought, then you aren\u2019t doing cars right.  Make no mistake, it *will* be critiqued by the low-context eye, and there isn\u2019t really anything abnormal about that. What matters is if you care what they think or not when you know the full story and they don\u2019t.","human_ref_B":"It'll be called rice and it's not my taste but do whatever you want, if you like it do it not much else to it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3070.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mze57u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Is it cringe or looked down upon to drive an unmodded engine with interior and exterior changes ? I\u2019m relatively new into cars . I\u2019m 17 and with a small budget and I can only afford to do cosmetic mods . I feel like I already get looked at differently for driving an 8th gen Honda Civic and it\u2019s not an si. I\u2019ve asked my folks about engine mods and they said they\u2019d rather have me drive safely and slow rather than fast and loud. I\u2019m not big into racing but I like how other 8th gen civics online look with their si wing , banners and tow tags . I got myself a banner , a tow tag , interior lights, and seat covers and I want to get a wing too because I think it looks cool and I am well aware that it\u2019ll be labeled as rice regardless . I want to feel comfortable and enjoy my car the way I like it but at the same time I\u2019m nervous of what others will say. Any advice on taking criticism ? I don\u2019t want to drive a car that people will hate","c_root_id_A":"gw0i9cs","c_root_id_B":"gw08ike","created_at_utc_A":1619496246,"created_at_utc_B":1619490539,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Meh.  One thing I love about being older is not giving a shit.  I\u2019m a 37 year old father of two with a ridiculous track Miata with stickers on it.  You want to put stickers on your car?  Put stickers on your car.  Your parents are right, though.  Don\u2019t drive like an idiot.  My dads best friend in high school killed himself and his passenger in a 68 Chevelle  SS.  We also knew a family who lost their 2 year old daughter when some teenagers street racing t-boned them.","human_ref_B":"It'll be called rice and it's not my taste but do whatever you want, if you like it do it not much else to it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5707.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"mnsn3a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.97,"history":"Have questions for a detailer?  Hello all, my name is Ben.  20 years detailing and networking in the professional detailing industry has given me a wealth of knowledge and experience and I'm here to share it with you. I'm not looking for clients, but if you need a professional in your area I can help you find the right people.  Please, feel free to ask me questions about your vehicle's aesthetic needs. I'm happy to spend some time giving advice and helping out where I can.","c_root_id_A":"gu1zz94","c_root_id_B":"gu09d2p","created_at_utc_A":1618071136,"created_at_utc_B":1618024575,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I don't have a car but I'm happy to see what s going on in this topif","human_ref_B":"Thinking about doing some DIY Spring Cleaning on two older cars, a 2011 Prius (desert gold metalic) and a 2012 Prius v (wagon in silver).  Am thinking about using ceramic process for the first time. Wash, de-swirl, rinse, clay mitt with quick detail spray, then the ceramic.  Questions:  1. is it easy to screw up the ceramic application? 2. in a couple of years, are there unusual difficulties in removing, then reapplying ceramic? 3. can I use the ceramic on the wheels? 4. is the quick detail spray a mistake?   Thank you.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":46561.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mh8s70","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Truckguys: what's the desired look with stretching low-profile A\/T tires onto extra-wide rims? Seeing this a lot more lately. I get that it's a 'look' thing instead of any kind of utility, but what's the look meant to be? Import street racer inspired off-road? My brain doesn't process it properly. \ud83e\udd74","c_root_id_A":"gsxjneq","c_root_id_B":"gsy3q9x","created_at_utc_A":1617208924,"created_at_utc_B":1617218028,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Trucks aren't for utility anymore. The less useful the truck can be, the more street cred these guys seems to think they have, from slamming it to lifting it to that stupid Carolina squat to low-efficiency coal rollers.","human_ref_B":"I had a pair of 305\/40\/22s for sale from my Ram SRT-10. A guy contacted me and came to pick them up.  He pulled up in a newer Ram, with the same tire size on, stretched to the fucking moon. The wheels had to be 13\" or 14\" wide. Stretched 305s! Just nonsense.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9104.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"mh8s70","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Truckguys: what's the desired look with stretching low-profile A\/T tires onto extra-wide rims? Seeing this a lot more lately. I get that it's a 'look' thing instead of any kind of utility, but what's the look meant to be? Import street racer inspired off-road? My brain doesn't process it properly. \ud83e\udd74","c_root_id_A":"gsy3q9x","c_root_id_B":"gsxganw","created_at_utc_A":1617218028,"created_at_utc_B":1617207426,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I had a pair of 305\/40\/22s for sale from my Ram SRT-10. A guy contacted me and came to pick them up.  He pulled up in a newer Ram, with the same tire size on, stretched to the fucking moon. The wheels had to be 13\" or 14\" wide. Stretched 305s! Just nonsense.","human_ref_B":"Scene\/stance bois","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10602.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"mh8s70","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Truckguys: what's the desired look with stretching low-profile A\/T tires onto extra-wide rims? Seeing this a lot more lately. I get that it's a 'look' thing instead of any kind of utility, but what's the look meant to be? Import street racer inspired off-road? My brain doesn't process it properly. \ud83e\udd74","c_root_id_A":"gsxqu5m","c_root_id_B":"gsy3q9x","created_at_utc_A":1617212144,"created_at_utc_B":1617218028,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"To fit a bigger wheel in the wheel well, along with being able to drop the car as low as possible and bring the face of the wheel to be on the same plane as the fender  - \"flush\"  same reason you see the camber, it's for fitment  edit: sorry didn't see this is for trucks, the reasoning still sorta stands though. I guess the truck guys saw the cars doing it so they did it too. the stretched tire helps show off the polish lip on the wheel too, usually","human_ref_B":"I had a pair of 305\/40\/22s for sale from my Ram SRT-10. A guy contacted me and came to pick them up.  He pulled up in a newer Ram, with the same tire size on, stretched to the fucking moon. The wheels had to be 13\" or 14\" wide. Stretched 305s! Just nonsense.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5884.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"mh8s70","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Truckguys: what's the desired look with stretching low-profile A\/T tires onto extra-wide rims? Seeing this a lot more lately. I get that it's a 'look' thing instead of any kind of utility, but what's the look meant to be? Import street racer inspired off-road? My brain doesn't process it properly. \ud83e\udd74","c_root_id_A":"gsxjneq","c_root_id_B":"gsxganw","created_at_utc_A":1617208924,"created_at_utc_B":1617207426,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Trucks aren't for utility anymore. The less useful the truck can be, the more street cred these guys seems to think they have, from slamming it to lifting it to that stupid Carolina squat to low-efficiency coal rollers.","human_ref_B":"Scene\/stance bois","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1498.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"lki4kj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I need to replace my this tire, right? https:\/\/imgur.com\/OUatxyj","c_root_id_A":"gnjvdyg","c_root_id_B":"gnjxtb5","created_at_utc_A":1613409435,"created_at_utc_B":1613410583,"score_A":37,"score_B":43,"human_ref_A":"Yeah like two years ago...","human_ref_B":"Only, and this part is up to you, if you don't want to die.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1148.0,"score_ratio":1.1621621622}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gna4qae","c_root_id_B":"gnbhn1b","created_at_utc_A":1613247388,"created_at_utc_B":1613259847,"score_A":19,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"Because it's expensive and not needed. Also I think they're less safe without a roll cage and harness with bucket seats, not sure on that though.","human_ref_B":"Most traditional racing tube chassis won\u2019t meet crash test safety standards requiring crumple zones and other such things to keep occupants safe. There\u2019s no inherent \u201cgive\u201d in the chassis so the force from hitting something is sent straight to the occupants","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12459.0,"score_ratio":1.8421052632}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gna7mgq","c_root_id_B":"gnbhn1b","created_at_utc_A":1613248078,"created_at_utc_B":1613259847,"score_A":5,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/www.arielna.com\/  race drivers also wear a 5 point harness.  vs the 3 point belts.","human_ref_B":"Most traditional racing tube chassis won\u2019t meet crash test safety standards requiring crumple zones and other such things to keep occupants safe. There\u2019s no inherent \u201cgive\u201d in the chassis so the force from hitting something is sent straight to the occupants","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11769.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gnaj578","c_root_id_B":"gnbhn1b","created_at_utc_A":1613250871,"created_at_utc_B":1613259847,"score_A":3,"score_B":35,"human_ref_A":"Because they\u2019re hand-fabricated using expensive tubular steel. They take a long time to assemble.   Production cars are built from simple sheet metal stampings that are easily assembled.","human_ref_B":"Most traditional racing tube chassis won\u2019t meet crash test safety standards requiring crumple zones and other such things to keep occupants safe. There\u2019s no inherent \u201cgive\u201d in the chassis so the force from hitting something is sent straight to the occupants","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8976.0,"score_ratio":11.6666666667}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gna7mgq","c_root_id_B":"gnboqrk","created_at_utc_A":1613248078,"created_at_utc_B":1613262709,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/www.arielna.com\/  race drivers also wear a 5 point harness.  vs the 3 point belts.","human_ref_B":"The frame of any modern car is engineered to collapse in specific places to absorb energy. They're also reinforced in certain places to be as strong as a roll cage. If you cut open the B pillar of modern cars it's often like 6 layers thick.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14631.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gnaj578","c_root_id_B":"gnboqrk","created_at_utc_A":1613250871,"created_at_utc_B":1613262709,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Because they\u2019re hand-fabricated using expensive tubular steel. They take a long time to assemble.   Production cars are built from simple sheet metal stampings that are easily assembled.","human_ref_B":"The frame of any modern car is engineered to collapse in specific places to absorb energy. They're also reinforced in certain places to be as strong as a roll cage. If you cut open the B pillar of modern cars it's often like 6 layers thick.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11838.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gncwca5","c_root_id_B":"gnaj578","created_at_utc_A":1613280330,"created_at_utc_B":1613250871,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Because it's all or nothing with automotive safety devices. You can't add one feature from a race car and not add the supporting mods which make it as safe as it should be.  Picture this: you get a new car to use as a drift car. You go and buy a quick release steering wheel for the #style, deleting your cars factory air bags. The car is now less safe, unless you go and put a 5 point harness in it. Great! Now it holds you into your seat and fills the place of the air bag.   Except for a harness you need a harness bar, which while *possible* to add without a full roll cage definitely isn't recommend. So you go and put a roll cage in your car, and while you're at it tube frame the front and rear end because you smashed them in doing skids. Now you need to add a racing helmet, as when in a roll over collision if your bare head contacts the roll cage then you can almost guarantee a concussion or fractured skull.   With a helmet though you add weight for your neck to support, meaning whiplash is likely to break your neck in a 30mph impact, especially because you deleted your crumple zones when you tube framed the car.    Okay, they make a thing to fix that, it's called a HANS (head and neck restraint) device. So you order one for your 1.6 liter miata and then find out they look like this and sit around your neck at all times and you can't even turn around to back out of a parking spot now while the 46 year old mom in a Toyota Sienna honks at you because you just backed out in front of her without looking and now there's orange juice in the carpet.   See what I mean? Adding all this crap which would very much annoy the pedestrian car owner is expensive and irrelevant, considering the billions in safety development auto engineers have put into the safe and comfortable cars we have today. Safety from racing vehicles is held up to a rigorous standard, because if even one of these systems fail, serious injury is likely to happen, and for road cars that won't get over 95 mph in their life then it's a change not worth it to make","human_ref_B":"Because they\u2019re hand-fabricated using expensive tubular steel. They take a long time to assemble.   Production cars are built from simple sheet metal stampings that are easily assembled.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29459.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lj86hh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Why aren't tube steel \"racing\" frames more common on consumer cars? They significantly increase the strength of the vehicle while reducing weight. Why aren't they used at all? Only in offroad applications like dune buggies.","c_root_id_A":"gncc54l","c_root_id_B":"gncwca5","created_at_utc_A":1613271903,"created_at_utc_B":1613280330,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"IIRC they're actually heavier than a similarly strong, well-engineered monocoque.  However, they're easy to build, and as they need to fill very different requirements, can reduce the weight of the car at the expense of things that may not matter for a race car, but do for a road car.","human_ref_B":"Because it's all or nothing with automotive safety devices. You can't add one feature from a race car and not add the supporting mods which make it as safe as it should be.  Picture this: you get a new car to use as a drift car. You go and buy a quick release steering wheel for the #style, deleting your cars factory air bags. The car is now less safe, unless you go and put a 5 point harness in it. Great! Now it holds you into your seat and fills the place of the air bag.   Except for a harness you need a harness bar, which while *possible* to add without a full roll cage definitely isn't recommend. So you go and put a roll cage in your car, and while you're at it tube frame the front and rear end because you smashed them in doing skids. Now you need to add a racing helmet, as when in a roll over collision if your bare head contacts the roll cage then you can almost guarantee a concussion or fractured skull.   With a helmet though you add weight for your neck to support, meaning whiplash is likely to break your neck in a 30mph impact, especially because you deleted your crumple zones when you tube framed the car.    Okay, they make a thing to fix that, it's called a HANS (head and neck restraint) device. So you order one for your 1.6 liter miata and then find out they look like this and sit around your neck at all times and you can't even turn around to back out of a parking spot now while the 46 year old mom in a Toyota Sienna honks at you because you just backed out in front of her without looking and now there's orange juice in the carpet.   See what I mean? Adding all this crap which would very much annoy the pedestrian car owner is expensive and irrelevant, considering the billions in safety development auto engineers have put into the safe and comfortable cars we have today. Safety from racing vehicles is held up to a rigorous standard, because if even one of these systems fail, serious injury is likely to happen, and for road cars that won't get over 95 mph in their life then it's a change not worth it to make","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8427.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"kxz3wp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Best way to stop my catalytic converter getting stolen? I recently had my cat stolen and although my replacement cat has no value to scumbag thieves, I am paranoid that it will happen again. This is mainly because I know thieves target cars like mine (2001 1.4 honda civic).  Does anyone know any (relatively) cheap and easy ways to prevent it? Or at least discourage it...  Thanks!!","c_root_id_A":"gjd3e7l","c_root_id_B":"gjdbkn8","created_at_utc_A":1610731916,"created_at_utc_B":1610735635,"score_A":11,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"You want a catalytic converter cage. Steel bars locked around your cat. Makes yours not worth it to steal.","human_ref_B":"Just lower it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3719.0,"score_ratio":1.3636363636}
{"post_id":"kxz3wp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Best way to stop my catalytic converter getting stolen? I recently had my cat stolen and although my replacement cat has no value to scumbag thieves, I am paranoid that it will happen again. This is mainly because I know thieves target cars like mine (2001 1.4 honda civic).  Does anyone know any (relatively) cheap and easy ways to prevent it? Or at least discourage it...  Thanks!!","c_root_id_A":"gjd7ngv","c_root_id_B":"gjdbkn8","created_at_utc_A":1610733848,"created_at_utc_B":1610735635,"score_A":8,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/catclamp.com\/shop\/  Others will say that they are easily defeated.  If a thief sees that mess of cables they are just going to move on.  A cat from a honda civic isn't worth the extra effort when there are so many other cars to steal from.    If you replaced the cat with a non OEM cat, you could put a wire heat proof tag on it that notes non OEM.  Just brainstorming.  To be honest, if it is aftermarket, just don't bother spending that much money.  It is unlikely to get stolen again and you can just ask a shop to straight pipe it and use an antifouler as long as you don't have tailpipe emission checks in your state.","human_ref_B":"Just lower it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1787.0,"score_ratio":1.875}
{"post_id":"kxz3wp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Best way to stop my catalytic converter getting stolen? I recently had my cat stolen and although my replacement cat has no value to scumbag thieves, I am paranoid that it will happen again. This is mainly because I know thieves target cars like mine (2001 1.4 honda civic).  Does anyone know any (relatively) cheap and easy ways to prevent it? Or at least discourage it...  Thanks!!","c_root_id_A":"gjd44ov","c_root_id_B":"gjdbkn8","created_at_utc_A":1610732246,"created_at_utc_B":1610735635,"score_A":3,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"You have the EX where it's underneath the car?  You could weld a rebar cage around it. Those cable lock things seem easily defeated with a sawzall, that the thief already likely is using. Another idea is get your VIN etched in it, might not help from getting it stolen, but might be harder for the thief to sell.","human_ref_B":"Just lower it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3389.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"kxz3wp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Best way to stop my catalytic converter getting stolen? I recently had my cat stolen and although my replacement cat has no value to scumbag thieves, I am paranoid that it will happen again. This is mainly because I know thieves target cars like mine (2001 1.4 honda civic).  Does anyone know any (relatively) cheap and easy ways to prevent it? Or at least discourage it...  Thanks!!","c_root_id_A":"gjd7ngv","c_root_id_B":"gjd44ov","created_at_utc_A":1610733848,"created_at_utc_B":1610732246,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/catclamp.com\/shop\/  Others will say that they are easily defeated.  If a thief sees that mess of cables they are just going to move on.  A cat from a honda civic isn't worth the extra effort when there are so many other cars to steal from.    If you replaced the cat with a non OEM cat, you could put a wire heat proof tag on it that notes non OEM.  Just brainstorming.  To be honest, if it is aftermarket, just don't bother spending that much money.  It is unlikely to get stolen again and you can just ask a shop to straight pipe it and use an antifouler as long as you don't have tailpipe emission checks in your state.","human_ref_B":"You have the EX where it's underneath the car?  You could weld a rebar cage around it. Those cable lock things seem easily defeated with a sawzall, that the thief already likely is using. Another idea is get your VIN etched in it, might not help from getting it stolen, but might be harder for the thief to sell.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1602.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"kxz3wp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Best way to stop my catalytic converter getting stolen? I recently had my cat stolen and although my replacement cat has no value to scumbag thieves, I am paranoid that it will happen again. This is mainly because I know thieves target cars like mine (2001 1.4 honda civic).  Does anyone know any (relatively) cheap and easy ways to prevent it? Or at least discourage it...  Thanks!!","c_root_id_A":"gjdzmrl","c_root_id_B":"gjdvlty","created_at_utc_A":1610747060,"created_at_utc_B":1610745091,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Maybe go to a adoption center but in all seriousness get a cat cage","human_ref_B":"So I have 2 cameras on my car. One facing forward one backwards.   They are set to trigger if someone or something walks by them.  Or you can set it to be if it senses motion.  And leaning against the car is enough to set it off. It Also immediately sends an alert to my phone that it turned on.    So it's not going to prevent it happening again.. But it might give you an opportunity to catch who did it.  For prevention....  Just make it less convenient. If you have a flood light when you park it, leave it on.  Buying or having a shield created for it might help deter,    or.... Throw a big ol turbski on that sucker and run a no cat down pipe.   All the neighborhood teenage boys will think you're awesome.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1969.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kxz3wp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Best way to stop my catalytic converter getting stolen? I recently had my cat stolen and although my replacement cat has no value to scumbag thieves, I am paranoid that it will happen again. This is mainly because I know thieves target cars like mine (2001 1.4 honda civic).  Does anyone know any (relatively) cheap and easy ways to prevent it? Or at least discourage it...  Thanks!!","c_root_id_A":"gjdzmrl","c_root_id_B":"gjdx2nx","created_at_utc_A":1610747060,"created_at_utc_B":1610745806,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Maybe go to a adoption center but in all seriousness get a cat cage","human_ref_B":"You could weld\/braze it on.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1254.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kl6kfw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Dealership provided faulty oil change and engine drained of oil. What are my best options? **What Happened:** In late November I took my 2014 Cx-5 with 125k miles to a local Mazda dealership in Wisconsin for an oil change. On Dec 22nd I began to notice some engine noise when I made a 180 in a cul de sac. The noise seemed to subside as the wheels straightened, and I concluded that the noise might be from a wearing tie rod that I was made aware of during the oil change (I'm admittedly not a car guy). On my ride home from work the low oil pressure light came on. I pulled over immediately and checked the oil. It was below the minimum mark on the dipstick, but it did not seem bone dry. I added one quart of oil, since that is all that was available at the gas station I pulled over in. I drove the remaining 10-12 miles home on my commute. By the time I got home, the noise had grown worse, and when I would sit idle at a stop light the engine would rev and RPMs would spike. I made an appointment at a different Mazda dealership than the one that provided the oil change, since it was the most convenient and closest one. The following morning I drove the car 1.8 miles to the dealership. This is probably the time to tell you guys I am a moron. I should've had my car towed from the gas station the night before. I certainly shouldn't have driven it to the dealership. Nonetheless, this is what happened. Flame away, I can take it. Upon arrival the tech noted a bone dry engine with an \"extremely loose\" oil filter. The tech believed whoever did the previous oil change is responsible, and that severe engine damage has been done. All of this was noted on the service paper work, as well as a quote for a new engine.  **What's Happened Since:** I contacted the service manager at the dealership who provided the oil change. He dismissed the idea that any damage was done. He claimed the sensor is designed to go off with 2qts of oil still remaining, which would be more than enough to provide adequate lubrication. Regardless of the veracity of that claim, there certainly was no oil by the time the car made it to the dealership. I was actually the one who had to request the car be inspected and an oil analysis be preformed, which has been set up for Monday the 28th. I requested a reimbursement for the faulty oil change, which he denied. Also, no apology was ever offered. Frankly, the whole interaction was appalling. I had considered an apology and reimbursement for faulty services to be a bare minimum starting point. Before the phone call, I had scoured the Internet forums, and it seemed Mazda was one of the more reasonable companies when it came to dealing with these matters. Perhaps I wasn't going to be so lucky. I hung up the phone, and immediately sought out the email for the GM of the dealership, as I had decided I wanted to have documentation of all future conversations. I took the \"you catch more flies with honey approach,\" and decided I would give someone with some power the chance to leave a better taste in my mouth. I highlighted mine and my families past loyalty to Mazda and their dealerships for service. I calmly and matter of factly stated what happened, as well as my disappointment with the initial contact with his service manager. I also requested reimbursement for the faulty oil change. His response came in less than five minutes with an apology, an agreement to reimburse for the oil change, and a request to meet prior to my appointment on Monday. Now I feel slightly more optimistic...  **Now the Questions:** Certainly the tech's claim that no damage was likely done is utter BS, right? What can I do to protect my interests during the appointment on Monday? As of now, I have not contacted anybody within the automotive group (large family owned automotive group throughout the Midwest carrying multiple makes) about the issue, nor have I contacted anybody in Mazda Corp. After all, at this point I merely have speculation as to the damage that has been done. The only facts I have are that a faulty oil change was performed, and car was driven with minimal to now oil. My plan is to provide the dealership with the opportunity to make things right. If they fail, I am prepared move continually up the ladder. Is this naive? If so, who should I make contact with first? Someone at the district level of the automotive group? Or Mazda Corp. What is my best possible outcome here, ie, what should I be pushing for? From my perspective even a new engine has plenty of downsides. Uncertainty of installation, past maintenance of the engine, and diminished resale value all come to mind. But this is still the best possible outcome, correct? Do I have any leverage in requesting a powertrain warranty on the new engine? Anything else that I have missed, or any thoughts on future steps are greatly appreciated.  **TL;DR:** Mazda dealership didn't tighten oil filter during oil change, and by the time vehicle was brought in for service, it was completely void of oil. Stupidity acknowledged, all future criticism will be accepted. Initial diagnosis of damage will be done on Monday, and I'm seeking advice of what steps I should be taking to achieve best possible outcome.","c_root_id_A":"gh77u17","c_root_id_B":"gh78h9i","created_at_utc_A":1609089703,"created_at_utc_B":1609090048,"score_A":7,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Always call corperat first, they can really light a fire under their as and its not like anyone's gonna get in trouble for it.   Always remember people dont do the right thing out of the goodness of their heart. They need some motivation if you catch my drift.  To answer your other questions, power train doesent apply to a situation like this. It only apply to normal wear and tear aka doing everything right and it still breaking.  I believe you mean getting an extension. In which case that's a solid maybe but i doubt the dealer will give it to you for free one. This i would take up with corperat.  As for diminished value... eeeehhhh, to some people maybe but most people would love to know that the car has a newer engine with less miles.  To adress your concern, they should be supplying you with a brand new engine. Not one from a scrapyard.","human_ref_B":"> He [service manager] claimed the sensor is designed to go off with 2qts of oil still remaining, which would be more than enough to provide adequate lubrication.     Either the service manager is not a mechanic and doesn't know cars, or the CX-5 is an unusual vehicle that has an oil level indicator as well as the usual oil pressure switch light, or the service manager is an outright liar.    I don't see an oil level light for the instrument panel:  http:\/\/www.mcx5.org\/warning_indicator_lights-74.html    There is a light to indicate low oil pressure, and it usually turns on when the pressure drops to 10 PSI, which may be enough to protect the engine when it's idling and already warmed up, but the general rule is that an engine needs at least 10 PSI for every 1,000 RPM, and in normal driving the engine will get up to 4,000 RPM.     > His [GM] response came in less than five minutes with an apology, an agreement to reimburse for the oil change,    What about reimburse for a new engine?  If you accept the 2nd oil change, be careful not to sign anything that says it's the final solution to the problem and that nothing more will be done.    Take several ounces of the oil out of the engine, and put it into a clean plastic container.  It can be siphoned up out of the dip stick tube.  NAPA stores have sampling kits, or you can get one from BlackStone Labs.  If you have to use a hose, be sure it's clear plastic so you won't swallow oil (never siphon gasoline this way), and do it while the engine is cold.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":345.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"jqcqof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Should I keep my prius? I bought a 2018 Toyota Prius about 2 months ago. I work for Grubhub so it seems like a decent car for the job. It's just so boring and weird to drive. This is my first CVT. Diesel trucks are always racing me and blowing smoke everywhere. I'm not racing them. I don't care. I am making lots of money with Grubhub. Not bragging, just saying. I know I can afford a much more fun car than the prius. Maybe I don't know how good I have it. I do like the idea of a manual sedan or hatchback with a 4 cylinder or 6 that feels pretty sporty. Or just convince me to keep the prius. What do you guys think? Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"gbm91p4","c_root_id_B":"gbm8zvv","created_at_utc_A":1604848472,"created_at_utc_B":1604848441,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A \u201818 Prius is perfectly fine for what you\u2019re doing. Save up your money and get a second fun car when you have the funds. Driving a commuter car everyday isn\u2019t fun but neither is driving a sports car because the magic starts to wear off after awhile. It\u2019s nice to rotate cars.","human_ref_B":"No","labels":1,"seconds_difference":31.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"jqcqof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Should I keep my prius? I bought a 2018 Toyota Prius about 2 months ago. I work for Grubhub so it seems like a decent car for the job. It's just so boring and weird to drive. This is my first CVT. Diesel trucks are always racing me and blowing smoke everywhere. I'm not racing them. I don't care. I am making lots of money with Grubhub. Not bragging, just saying. I know I can afford a much more fun car than the prius. Maybe I don't know how good I have it. I do like the idea of a manual sedan or hatchback with a 4 cylinder or 6 that feels pretty sporty. Or just convince me to keep the prius. What do you guys think? Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"gbm8zvv","c_root_id_B":"gbmefcl","created_at_utc_A":1604848441,"created_at_utc_B":1604851548,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"No","human_ref_B":"Consider the Prius a tool of the trade.  Reliable, economical, safe with TSS-P.  The tool will help you make a living.  If the work pays enough, buy a toy car in the future.  A less reliable car may put you out of work. A less economical car will lower your profits.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3107.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"jqcqof","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Should I keep my prius? I bought a 2018 Toyota Prius about 2 months ago. I work for Grubhub so it seems like a decent car for the job. It's just so boring and weird to drive. This is my first CVT. Diesel trucks are always racing me and blowing smoke everywhere. I'm not racing them. I don't care. I am making lots of money with Grubhub. Not bragging, just saying. I know I can afford a much more fun car than the prius. Maybe I don't know how good I have it. I do like the idea of a manual sedan or hatchback with a 4 cylinder or 6 that feels pretty sporty. Or just convince me to keep the prius. What do you guys think? Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"gbn9on5","c_root_id_B":"gbnfnxs","created_at_utc_A":1604865857,"created_at_utc_B":1604868694,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Maybe if you dress it up with some NASCAR stickers you'll get more respect from the diesel bros  But seriously: ignore the haters, keep stacking cash, and enjoy the weird spaceship luxury of hybrid power","human_ref_B":"Your Prius is the perfect car for the job. Yes, it's boring, but it's also extremely quiet, and stop-and-go traffic isn't going to leave your left leg tired from working the clutch all evening. Nor will it leave you with an early clutch replacement at 80k mi *because* of all that stop-and-go.   And you know what get horrible fuel mileage on short trips? Sporty manual cars.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2837.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ib9wnz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"I messed up gluing new fabric onto my headliner. How do I get it off? Please help!  I thought it would be a good idea to attempt a DIY headliner project on my 1996\u00a0Mercedes C280 (w202). The bottom of the headliner is made of fiberglass and I'm using vinyl to replace the old material. I got the headliner out and cleaned up nicely. All went well until I attempted to glue down the  new vinyl this afternoon. I used a TON of headliner adhesive, tried to glue it down in too large of sections, and ended up with a couple nasty folds in the vinyl. There's really no way to fix it without removing the vinyl and starting over with new fabric.   My question is: How do I remove all that fresh adhesive? Is lacquer thinner the way to go?  Is it even salvageable? I put so much glue that the headliner started to crack when tried to pull off the vinyl. I'm sure I'll have to make some fiberglass repairs if I can ever get the darn thing off \\*sigh\\*  Anyway, I really want to do this right bec it's for my grandma's car and she'd really appreciate it..but I'm stuck. Btw I used the Permatex Heavy Duty Headliner and Carpet Adhesive, which I have used previously in a successful headliner project.   Big thank you in advance to anyone who can help.","c_root_id_A":"g1u44z1","c_root_id_B":"g1u9x99","created_at_utc_A":1597662987,"created_at_utc_B":1597665055,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"The problem with adhesive removers is that they're meant for removing adhesive residue after you've pulled off the fabrics. You could pull the fabric gently and apply the remover between the pieces as you pull but it will take hours. E34M20 has the best idea. Cut the bad sections out and fill any bad areas with bondo and put another piece on top.","human_ref_B":"I would say maybe try a heat gun but be very careful. If you heat the vinyl it should become soft enough to separate from the glue then you just nead to figure out how to remove the glue from the headliner.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2068.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"hzquaa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why won\u2019t my car go into 1st\/reverse? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS with 224k miles on it. Car was driving just fine, then out of no where i can\u2019t get her to go into 1st or reverse. When trying the gears will grind or it will slip back to neutral after being in first. Occasionally I can get her in 1st\/reverse after about 10 minutes of trying. Any idea what could be the issue? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fzl4t7x","c_root_id_B":"fzlsv84","created_at_utc_A":1595994132,"created_at_utc_B":1596014562,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The first thing you need to do is check the shifter cables","human_ref_B":"Check shifter cables and bushings. Also check the reverse lockout pin. Does the gear shift have a lot of play. Gearshift should be tight and zero to less than half an inch play in any direction.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20430.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hzquaa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why won\u2019t my car go into 1st\/reverse? I have a 2003 Toyota Celica GTS with 224k miles on it. Car was driving just fine, then out of no where i can\u2019t get her to go into 1st or reverse. When trying the gears will grind or it will slip back to neutral after being in first. Occasionally I can get her in 1st\/reverse after about 10 minutes of trying. Any idea what could be the issue? Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"fzlwj1q","c_root_id_B":"fzl4t7x","created_at_utc_A":1596018231,"created_at_utc_B":1595994132,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Check cables \/ linkages, and if they are fine, looks like you need a rebuild on that trans","human_ref_B":"The first thing you need to do is check the shifter cables","labels":1,"seconds_difference":24099.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gz61j1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Help with part numbers? Hi everyone. This is my first time posting here, but basically I am currently replacing my pcv kit in my 1998 volvo s70. Long story short, I broke a couple rubber hoses and I'm looking for help identifying the part numbers. One hose connects from intake manifold to the aircleaner. The other connects from the throttle body to the EVAP vent valve. When I call part stores they have no idea what I'm talking about.  Here are pictures of each hose:  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/zCHTpXM.jpg https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/jhfyFYf.jpg  Any help would be greatly appreciated","c_root_id_A":"ftehs89","c_root_id_B":"ftekkzp","created_at_utc_A":1591646188,"created_at_utc_B":1591647543,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Start at the source. https:\/\/usparts.volvocars.com\/","human_ref_B":"You don't need part numbers for those, just have a parts store cut you a length of vacuum hose that is the same size. Bring the old ones in so they can match them.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1355.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fso6dkx","c_root_id_B":"fsnpxxs","created_at_utc_A":1591128632,"created_at_utc_B":1591120966,"score_A":11,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"As college students we are always in need to find ways to spend all of our excess money.  So, we must seek out vehicles that are expensive to buy, fix, and keep gassed up.  When we arrive at the restaurant, makes no sense to have money left over to buy food.  Want to know what will really impress the coeds?  A car that is kind to the environment, reliable, comfortable and conserves gas.  These are the coeds you really want to know.  Try a Toyota or Honda and preferably a hybrid.","human_ref_B":"Infiniti is a dying brand and this coming from someone who owns a 2015 q50s. Overall it is a pretty good car. It\u2019s very fast, fun, and sporty. The 14-15 model years share the same engine with the G37. The 3.7 engine is very reliable as long as you take care of it and do regular maintenance. My car also has the tech package and I actually like the steer by wire concept, I have had no problems with it at all. The infotainment system is a bit dated but that doesn\u2019t bother me much. I only use the Bluetooth function in the car and that works perfectly fine. Overall, I really do like the car, it\u2019s a good entry-level luxury sedan especially if you\u2019re able to find one that is optioned out. These cars can also be modified pretty easily. If you want to learn more about modifying them, I highly recommend joining an Infiniti Q50 forum if you end up buying the car.  If you have any more questions about the car don\u2019t hesitate to ask.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7666.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fsnuela","c_root_id_B":"fso6dkx","created_at_utc_A":1591123058,"created_at_utc_B":1591128632,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I would get the Acura first, Mazda 6 second.......and yeah that's it. Q50 doesn't make the cut.","human_ref_B":"As college students we are always in need to find ways to spend all of our excess money.  So, we must seek out vehicles that are expensive to buy, fix, and keep gassed up.  When we arrive at the restaurant, makes no sense to have money left over to buy food.  Want to know what will really impress the coeds?  A car that is kind to the environment, reliable, comfortable and conserves gas.  These are the coeds you really want to know.  Try a Toyota or Honda and preferably a hybrid.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5574.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fso4g4j","c_root_id_B":"fso6dkx","created_at_utc_A":1591127759,"created_at_utc_B":1591128632,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Since nobody seems to have told you this yet: Acura is a Honda product with different badging (in fact, many Acura cars are sold as Hondas in other markets outside of North America). These are good, solid cars, and will treat you well for a long time if you take care of them.   Infiniti is a Nissan product. Nissan is on life support, it's been a very long time since there have been any major updates to their lineup. In fact, the Q50 has been essentially the same since it debuted in 2013. I would trust their tech less. They make (made?) some neat stuff, but I wouldn't necessarily expect it to last. And it will certainly be out of date more quickly.   Be careful with marketing. As I said, an Acura is a Honda luxury brand. An Infiniti is a Nissan luxury brand. A Lexus is a Toyota luxury brand. An Audi is a Volkswagen luxury brand. Chevrolet, Buick, and Cadillac are all brands owned and built by GM. Chrysler, Jeep, Ram and Dodge are all brands owned and built by FCA (Fiat Chrysler). Etc etc.","human_ref_B":"As college students we are always in need to find ways to spend all of our excess money.  So, we must seek out vehicles that are expensive to buy, fix, and keep gassed up.  When we arrive at the restaurant, makes no sense to have money left over to buy food.  Want to know what will really impress the coeds?  A car that is kind to the environment, reliable, comfortable and conserves gas.  These are the coeds you really want to know.  Try a Toyota or Honda and preferably a hybrid.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":873.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fso6dkx","c_root_id_B":"fsnznmw","created_at_utc_A":1591128632,"created_at_utc_B":1591125523,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"As college students we are always in need to find ways to spend all of our excess money.  So, we must seek out vehicles that are expensive to buy, fix, and keep gassed up.  When we arrive at the restaurant, makes no sense to have money left over to buy food.  Want to know what will really impress the coeds?  A car that is kind to the environment, reliable, comfortable and conserves gas.  These are the coeds you really want to know.  Try a Toyota or Honda and preferably a hybrid.","human_ref_B":"Buy the nicest Toyota you can afford, end of conversation.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3109.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fso6dkx","c_root_id_B":"fsnsj83","created_at_utc_A":1591128632,"created_at_utc_B":1591122188,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As college students we are always in need to find ways to spend all of our excess money.  So, we must seek out vehicles that are expensive to buy, fix, and keep gassed up.  When we arrive at the restaurant, makes no sense to have money left over to buy food.  Want to know what will really impress the coeds?  A car that is kind to the environment, reliable, comfortable and conserves gas.  These are the coeds you really want to know.  Try a Toyota or Honda and preferably a hybrid.","human_ref_B":"Acura. More reliable, cheaper, better-looking imo","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6444.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fsnsj83","c_root_id_B":"fsnuela","created_at_utc_A":1591122188,"created_at_utc_B":1591123058,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Acura. More reliable, cheaper, better-looking imo","human_ref_B":"I would get the Acura first, Mazda 6 second.......and yeah that's it. Q50 doesn't make the cut.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":870.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fsnznmw","c_root_id_B":"fso4g4j","created_at_utc_A":1591125523,"created_at_utc_B":1591127759,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Buy the nicest Toyota you can afford, end of conversation.","human_ref_B":"Since nobody seems to have told you this yet: Acura is a Honda product with different badging (in fact, many Acura cars are sold as Hondas in other markets outside of North America). These are good, solid cars, and will treat you well for a long time if you take care of them.   Infiniti is a Nissan product. Nissan is on life support, it's been a very long time since there have been any major updates to their lineup. In fact, the Q50 has been essentially the same since it debuted in 2013. I would trust their tech less. They make (made?) some neat stuff, but I wouldn't necessarily expect it to last. And it will certainly be out of date more quickly.   Be careful with marketing. As I said, an Acura is a Honda luxury brand. An Infiniti is a Nissan luxury brand. A Lexus is a Toyota luxury brand. An Audi is a Volkswagen luxury brand. Chevrolet, Buick, and Cadillac are all brands owned and built by GM. Chrysler, Jeep, Ram and Dodge are all brands owned and built by FCA (Fiat Chrysler). Etc etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2236.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fso4g4j","c_root_id_B":"fsnsj83","created_at_utc_A":1591127759,"created_at_utc_B":1591122188,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Since nobody seems to have told you this yet: Acura is a Honda product with different badging (in fact, many Acura cars are sold as Hondas in other markets outside of North America). These are good, solid cars, and will treat you well for a long time if you take care of them.   Infiniti is a Nissan product. Nissan is on life support, it's been a very long time since there have been any major updates to their lineup. In fact, the Q50 has been essentially the same since it debuted in 2013. I would trust their tech less. They make (made?) some neat stuff, but I wouldn't necessarily expect it to last. And it will certainly be out of date more quickly.   Be careful with marketing. As I said, an Acura is a Honda luxury brand. An Infiniti is a Nissan luxury brand. A Lexus is a Toyota luxury brand. An Audi is a Volkswagen luxury brand. Chevrolet, Buick, and Cadillac are all brands owned and built by GM. Chrysler, Jeep, Ram and Dodge are all brands owned and built by FCA (Fiat Chrysler). Etc etc.","human_ref_B":"Acura. More reliable, cheaper, better-looking imo","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5571.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fsnznmw","c_root_id_B":"fsnsj83","created_at_utc_A":1591125523,"created_at_utc_B":1591122188,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Buy the nicest Toyota you can afford, end of conversation.","human_ref_B":"Acura. More reliable, cheaper, better-looking imo","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3335.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fsnsj83","c_root_id_B":"fsojk4a","created_at_utc_A":1591122188,"created_at_utc_B":1591134919,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Acura. More reliable, cheaper, better-looking imo","human_ref_B":"You can\u2019t afford to own any of those cars, especially if you are a college student that is mostly supporting themselves. Your budget is 20k so do yourself a favor and buy a Honda or Toyota. I\u2019ve made this same mistake twice in my life, luxury cars mean luxury spending on repairs and upkeep, they just aren\u2019t worth it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12731.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"gvbd1t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"First car for college student, Acura TLX or Infiniti Q50? Hey, I\u2019m a rising junior majoring in electrical engineering and I\u2019m finally at a position to be able to purchase a car under 20k. I would love any suggestions and or advice on which cars I could possibly get. My top two picks so far are 2017 Acura TLX Technology 2.4L 4 cylinder or the 3.5L V6 and 2015 Infiniti Q50 Premium with the Tech package( comes with steer by wire i think). I haven\u2019t heard anything good about the steer by wire which is why I\u2019m a little hesitant. I want a car that\u2019s not really boring, provides some pleasure while drive, and something that would last me a good long time so I can use the car after graduating and working full time. I understand most of you would probably tell me to just get another toyota or honda but I don\u2019t want to purchase those cars for selfish reasons which are cooling \u201ccool\u201d.   I do have a third option which is a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring but I\u2019m not too sure about Mazdas in general.   Which car would you pick for a sporty\/ cool look and something that I can modify a little cosmetically? And ofc something that is reliable and doesn\u2019t cost too much for regular maintenance?  Thank You","c_root_id_A":"fsojk4a","c_root_id_B":"fsofjfm","created_at_utc_A":1591134919,"created_at_utc_B":1591132977,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You can\u2019t afford to own any of those cars, especially if you are a college student that is mostly supporting themselves. Your budget is 20k so do yourself a favor and buy a Honda or Toyota. I\u2019ve made this same mistake twice in my life, luxury cars mean luxury spending on repairs and upkeep, they just aren\u2019t worth it.","human_ref_B":"lexus gs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1942.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"drjm5g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"1 Are AGM batteries supposed to have a longer lifespan than standard lead-acid batteries for automotive applications? For example the Interstate MTP-H8 has a 30month free replacement and then pro-rated out to 72months. But the MTX-H8 has a 36month free replacement and then nothing after that. Why the difference in warranty structure between the two?","c_root_id_A":"f6iuild","c_root_id_B":"f6iubhj","created_at_utc_A":1572884575,"created_at_utc_B":1572884486,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"A little bit. The chemistry is the same as a flooded battery, but they're more durable to vibration and shock.  My only AGM experience is with the factory NA\/NB Miata battery, which generally lasts up to 10 years if it's in a daily driver. But then a lot of them die early because people would park their Miatas over the winter without a tender and let the battery drain flat, which is just as bad for an AGM as it is for a flooded cell.  In this case Interstate's marketing materials call out the MTX-H8 as a replacement for factory AGM applications which tend to be luxury cars with really high dark current, cars with start\/stop systems, etc. Stuff that really stresses a battery. The warranty seems to bear out that they don't expect the battery to have an early death due to physical defects but that they don't want to warranty them for simply being worn out in that 3-6 year frame.","human_ref_B":"As someone who sells car batteries, in my experience they last just as long as standard lead-acid batteries. However, in a car with navigation and infotainment etc, a lead-acid battery will die out in a year, compared to the average 3-4 years an AGM will last in the same car","labels":1,"seconds_difference":89.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"don3hj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Can airbags still be dangerous when disconnected from power sources? Lets say hypothetically I have an airbag from a car seat, disconnected from all power sources and sitting on my work bench. What would happen if I were to hit it with a hammer, or drop it from a decent height? I know it wouldn't deploy as intended due to having no power source, but surely it still must be dangerous in some way?   Ive heard many possible answers such as a chance of explosion and\/or releasing chemicals but I cant seem to find a definitive answer anywhere.  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"f5p1wdx","c_root_id_B":"f5p4cqo","created_at_utc_A":1572344957,"created_at_utc_B":1572348119,"score_A":6,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"http:\/\/intranet.4linc.com\/lincops\/Portals\/0\/Docs\/Training\/Orion\/Airbag%20Module%20Training_4-11-11.pdf","human_ref_B":"It takes electrical current to deploy the airbag. Just dropping it won't do anything. The greatest risk comes from static discharge. That's why they tell you to carry them with two hands.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3162.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"cyzbdi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Can something be wrong with your engine even if your check engine light is not on? This may be a stupid question but I feel like there\u2019s a problem with my 2012 Subaru Legacy, but my check engine light isn\u2019t on. Could something still be the problem?","c_root_id_A":"eyv4x8b","c_root_id_B":"eyv5lef","created_at_utc_A":1567480770,"created_at_utc_B":1567481358,"score_A":6,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Yes. My friend swapped out his MAF sensor to a brand new one, he regained a ton of throttle response that he had lost. I also had a customer whose car would randomly shut down, no codes present. Was a bad crankshaft position sensor connector. The sensor was ok, but the connector was having issues internally. Swapped it out, all the issues are gone.","human_ref_B":"YES!!! Like a million things.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":588.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"cyzbdi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Can something be wrong with your engine even if your check engine light is not on? This may be a stupid question but I feel like there\u2019s a problem with my 2012 Subaru Legacy, but my check engine light isn\u2019t on. Could something still be the problem?","c_root_id_A":"eyv6x5k","c_root_id_B":"eyv4x8b","created_at_utc_A":1567482570,"created_at_utc_B":1567480770,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Yes. Can you describe what you're perceiving?","human_ref_B":"Yes. My friend swapped out his MAF sensor to a brand new one, he regained a ton of throttle response that he had lost. I also had a customer whose car would randomly shut down, no codes present. Was a bad crankshaft position sensor connector. The sensor was ok, but the connector was having issues internally. Swapped it out, all the issues are gone.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1800.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cyawig","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why does so many people hate ls swapped rx7s?","c_root_id_A":"eyqv1ue","c_root_id_B":"eyr1tzp","created_at_utc_A":1567354288,"created_at_utc_B":1567359137,"score_A":12,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Because LS engines don't Brap Brap on idle","human_ref_B":"The rotary engine is special. Nothing is as smooth or as free revving. The car was also built around the engine which is why it handles like it does. Swapping it definitely gives you more usability and power, but it\u2019s no longer an RX","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4849.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cyawig","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why does so many people hate ls swapped rx7s?","c_root_id_A":"eyrf4qq","c_root_id_B":"eyrqu24","created_at_utc_A":1567367016,"created_at_utc_B":1567375755,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"because some people are purists. they think putting an american V8 into a japanese car is sacrilegious.   making a car better should never be looked down on.","human_ref_B":"An engine has a lot more characteristics than the amount of power and torque it makes. I own a car with an 8000 rpm redline engine. I also don't like it when people LS swap the type of car I have because it changes the character of the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8739.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"b2fq3q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I buy a manual car? Recently I've gotten really into cars and I'm really looking into buying a manual transmission. I work at night and my commute is mostly on the highway so I experience a lot of open road. Currently I own a 2005 honda civic, my first car. It's a great commuter car and hasn't given me any major mechanical issues in the two years I've owned it. The main problem is that after I bought it, I found out the odometer has been tampered with. When I bought it, the odometer said 96k miles but in reality it had around 200k miles. Luckily it has been very reliable and I actually think it has a lot of aesthetic potential with some simple mods like lowering springs, aftermarket wheels, lip kit, etc. I have a few grand saved at the moment and I'm trying to save at least 500 a month. So basically, I'm wondering if I should invested some money into simple mods on my current car and just run it till it dies, or is it worth saving up some more money to buy a manual transmission car with less miles? I've been looking at the 8th generation civic si, acura integras, g35's, rsx type s, etc.","c_root_id_A":"eisgr4q","c_root_id_B":"eisr1pg","created_at_utc_A":1552899104,"created_at_utc_B":1552913270,"score_A":2,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"I have the same question with my DA9 integra. It\u2019s auto, but I really want a manual. I\u2019m planning on swapping my car but I think a 2005 would be more expensive to swap, so I don\u2019t blame you if you don\u2019t want to do that. You could buy all the mods for your generation of civic and then when you have the money, buy the same gen civic in manual and swap on all your mods. Also a good thing about Honda\u2019s, at least 90s Honda\u2019s, is that a lot of stuff is interchangeable. Civic wheels may well work perfectly on a RSX","human_ref_B":"been daily driving a manual for 5 years and its so fun! i love ripping up highway ramps and twisty roads given the chance. i have a 2005 subaru if that matters but any manual will be more fun than its auto counterpart!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14166.0,"score_ratio":10.0}
{"post_id":"b2fq3q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I buy a manual car? Recently I've gotten really into cars and I'm really looking into buying a manual transmission. I work at night and my commute is mostly on the highway so I experience a lot of open road. Currently I own a 2005 honda civic, my first car. It's a great commuter car and hasn't given me any major mechanical issues in the two years I've owned it. The main problem is that after I bought it, I found out the odometer has been tampered with. When I bought it, the odometer said 96k miles but in reality it had around 200k miles. Luckily it has been very reliable and I actually think it has a lot of aesthetic potential with some simple mods like lowering springs, aftermarket wheels, lip kit, etc. I have a few grand saved at the moment and I'm trying to save at least 500 a month. So basically, I'm wondering if I should invested some money into simple mods on my current car and just run it till it dies, or is it worth saving up some more money to buy a manual transmission car with less miles? I've been looking at the 8th generation civic si, acura integras, g35's, rsx type s, etc.","c_root_id_A":"eit1q8r","c_root_id_B":"eit9nzf","created_at_utc_A":1552922137,"created_at_utc_B":1552927603,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes. You should definately buy a manual car.","human_ref_B":"The big thing to think about is what kind of commute you have. If you're driving on the highway for an hour in stop and go traffic every day, do NOT get a manual. It's just not fun. However, if you don't have to worry about that kind of situation often, then by all means get a fun manual car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5466.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"b2fq3q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I buy a manual car? Recently I've gotten really into cars and I'm really looking into buying a manual transmission. I work at night and my commute is mostly on the highway so I experience a lot of open road. Currently I own a 2005 honda civic, my first car. It's a great commuter car and hasn't given me any major mechanical issues in the two years I've owned it. The main problem is that after I bought it, I found out the odometer has been tampered with. When I bought it, the odometer said 96k miles but in reality it had around 200k miles. Luckily it has been very reliable and I actually think it has a lot of aesthetic potential with some simple mods like lowering springs, aftermarket wheels, lip kit, etc. I have a few grand saved at the moment and I'm trying to save at least 500 a month. So basically, I'm wondering if I should invested some money into simple mods on my current car and just run it till it dies, or is it worth saving up some more money to buy a manual transmission car with less miles? I've been looking at the 8th generation civic si, acura integras, g35's, rsx type s, etc.","c_root_id_A":"eit9nzf","c_root_id_B":"eisgr4q","created_at_utc_A":1552927603,"created_at_utc_B":1552899104,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The big thing to think about is what kind of commute you have. If you're driving on the highway for an hour in stop and go traffic every day, do NOT get a manual. It's just not fun. However, if you don't have to worry about that kind of situation often, then by all means get a fun manual car.","human_ref_B":"I have the same question with my DA9 integra. It\u2019s auto, but I really want a manual. I\u2019m planning on swapping my car but I think a 2005 would be more expensive to swap, so I don\u2019t blame you if you don\u2019t want to do that. You could buy all the mods for your generation of civic and then when you have the money, buy the same gen civic in manual and swap on all your mods. Also a good thing about Honda\u2019s, at least 90s Honda\u2019s, is that a lot of stuff is interchangeable. Civic wheels may well work perfectly on a RSX","labels":1,"seconds_difference":28499.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"b2fq3q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I buy a manual car? Recently I've gotten really into cars and I'm really looking into buying a manual transmission. I work at night and my commute is mostly on the highway so I experience a lot of open road. Currently I own a 2005 honda civic, my first car. It's a great commuter car and hasn't given me any major mechanical issues in the two years I've owned it. The main problem is that after I bought it, I found out the odometer has been tampered with. When I bought it, the odometer said 96k miles but in reality it had around 200k miles. Luckily it has been very reliable and I actually think it has a lot of aesthetic potential with some simple mods like lowering springs, aftermarket wheels, lip kit, etc. I have a few grand saved at the moment and I'm trying to save at least 500 a month. So basically, I'm wondering if I should invested some money into simple mods on my current car and just run it till it dies, or is it worth saving up some more money to buy a manual transmission car with less miles? I've been looking at the 8th generation civic si, acura integras, g35's, rsx type s, etc.","c_root_id_A":"eist81m","c_root_id_B":"eit9nzf","created_at_utc_A":1552915287,"created_at_utc_B":1552927603,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"For someone who likes cars, in my opinion, it's always worth it. Most people here in Europe drive manuals and it's been fine for us. And despite living in a big city, I would never buy an automatic.","human_ref_B":"The big thing to think about is what kind of commute you have. If you're driving on the highway for an hour in stop and go traffic every day, do NOT get a manual. It's just not fun. However, if you don't have to worry about that kind of situation often, then by all means get a fun manual car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12316.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"b2fq3q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I buy a manual car? Recently I've gotten really into cars and I'm really looking into buying a manual transmission. I work at night and my commute is mostly on the highway so I experience a lot of open road. Currently I own a 2005 honda civic, my first car. It's a great commuter car and hasn't given me any major mechanical issues in the two years I've owned it. The main problem is that after I bought it, I found out the odometer has been tampered with. When I bought it, the odometer said 96k miles but in reality it had around 200k miles. Luckily it has been very reliable and I actually think it has a lot of aesthetic potential with some simple mods like lowering springs, aftermarket wheels, lip kit, etc. I have a few grand saved at the moment and I'm trying to save at least 500 a month. So basically, I'm wondering if I should invested some money into simple mods on my current car and just run it till it dies, or is it worth saving up some more money to buy a manual transmission car with less miles? I've been looking at the 8th generation civic si, acura integras, g35's, rsx type s, etc.","c_root_id_A":"eisgr4q","c_root_id_B":"eit1q8r","created_at_utc_A":1552899104,"created_at_utc_B":1552922137,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I have the same question with my DA9 integra. It\u2019s auto, but I really want a manual. I\u2019m planning on swapping my car but I think a 2005 would be more expensive to swap, so I don\u2019t blame you if you don\u2019t want to do that. You could buy all the mods for your generation of civic and then when you have the money, buy the same gen civic in manual and swap on all your mods. Also a good thing about Honda\u2019s, at least 90s Honda\u2019s, is that a lot of stuff is interchangeable. Civic wheels may well work perfectly on a RSX","human_ref_B":"Yes. You should definately buy a manual car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23033.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"b2fq3q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Should I buy a manual car? Recently I've gotten really into cars and I'm really looking into buying a manual transmission. I work at night and my commute is mostly on the highway so I experience a lot of open road. Currently I own a 2005 honda civic, my first car. It's a great commuter car and hasn't given me any major mechanical issues in the two years I've owned it. The main problem is that after I bought it, I found out the odometer has been tampered with. When I bought it, the odometer said 96k miles but in reality it had around 200k miles. Luckily it has been very reliable and I actually think it has a lot of aesthetic potential with some simple mods like lowering springs, aftermarket wheels, lip kit, etc. I have a few grand saved at the moment and I'm trying to save at least 500 a month. So basically, I'm wondering if I should invested some money into simple mods on my current car and just run it till it dies, or is it worth saving up some more money to buy a manual transmission car with less miles? I've been looking at the 8th generation civic si, acura integras, g35's, rsx type s, etc.","c_root_id_A":"eist81m","c_root_id_B":"eit1q8r","created_at_utc_A":1552915287,"created_at_utc_B":1552922137,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"For someone who likes cars, in my opinion, it's always worth it. Most people here in Europe drive manuals and it's been fine for us. And despite living in a big city, I would never buy an automatic.","human_ref_B":"Yes. You should definately buy a manual car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6850.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"9bxkrs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why is the body design of expensive cars not replicated by cheaper manufacturers?","c_root_id_A":"e56hx7m","c_root_id_B":"e56hbce","created_at_utc_A":1535751516,"created_at_utc_B":1535750911,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"R35 - NATS GT-K  Hummer - Dongfeng EQ2050  Jag - Kia Amanti  Jag - Mitsuoka Viewt  Rolls - Geely Roller  Benz - BAIC B80VJ  BMW - Shuanguan SCEO","human_ref_B":"Example?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":605.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7drq7x","c_root_id_B":"d7drfez","created_at_utc_A":1473306239,"created_at_utc_B":1473305718,"score_A":30,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Just about any Chrysler product. I'm sure there are exceptions here and there, but it just isnt a brand I trust, and certainly not one I would spend my hard earned money on. That of course extends to Fiat, Jeep and Dodge\/Ram vehicles.","human_ref_B":"I just couldn't bring myself to buy a Kia or Hyundai. I know they've come a long way and are now making high value cars, but I couldn't do it. They're even competing in various racing series. Big props, but they're not for me...yet.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":521.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e0253","c_root_id_B":"d7e1uzo","created_at_utc_A":1473328853,"created_at_utc_B":1473334696,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"For me? Toyota. They are too beige. Too vanilla. Too boring. I've worked as a technician at one of their dealers and have first hand seen their warranty processes. Them and Honda are assholes when it comes to taking care of the customer. Because they know (I'll get down voted for this) majority of their customer base is as in tune with the workings of their car as they are with their toaster. It's an appliance to them.   I had multiple times where I'd personally find faults with a car under warranty, but the manufacturer wouldn't cover them because the owner didn't complain about it... leaky struts\/shocks, prematurely worn out bushings, cracked cv boots.... things that actually matter... but instead of standing up and taking care of problems that exist before they become a bigger problem they ignored them until a customer complaint came in.","human_ref_B":"Any BMW or Mercedes. They start breaking 5 years in.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5843.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e8zht","c_root_id_B":"d7e8dwc","created_at_utc_A":1473346794,"created_at_utc_B":1473346006,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I don't hold a grudge over any brand because things like build quality and style can change drastically over time.","human_ref_B":"Generally, French and Italian cars. I've seen a stream of Renaults (mostly Clios) owned by various friends, and they've almost all been terrible. So, no Renaults, Peugeots, Citroens (well, I don't know as much about Citroen, but I'm a little wary!), Fiats etc for me.   I'd probably avoid most American brands as well, although from what I've heard, the more recent Fords (perhaps since 2010?) are significantly better.  I've got two Mazdas at the moment, and they've been amazing - both over 10 years old (16 year old MX-5, 12 year old Mazda6) and apart from some rust on the MX-5, I've had no serious problems with either.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":788.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e56m9","c_root_id_B":"d7e8zht","created_at_utc_A":1473341317,"created_at_utc_B":1473346794,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"There are always stipulations and exceptions but the closest to an absolute blacklisting for me is Chrysler and its derivatives.","human_ref_B":"I don't hold a grudge over any brand because things like build quality and style can change drastically over time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5477.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e8qd3","c_root_id_B":"d7e8zht","created_at_utc_A":1473346459,"created_at_utc_B":1473346794,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"GM. They're interior quality and long term reliability are garbage.","human_ref_B":"I don't hold a grudge over any brand because things like build quality and style can change drastically over time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":335.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e8zht","c_root_id_B":"d7e0253","created_at_utc_A":1473346794,"created_at_utc_B":1473328853,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I don't hold a grudge over any brand because things like build quality and style can change drastically over time.","human_ref_B":"For me? Toyota. They are too beige. Too vanilla. Too boring. I've worked as a technician at one of their dealers and have first hand seen their warranty processes. Them and Honda are assholes when it comes to taking care of the customer. Because they know (I'll get down voted for this) majority of their customer base is as in tune with the workings of their car as they are with their toaster. It's an appliance to them.   I had multiple times where I'd personally find faults with a car under warranty, but the manufacturer wouldn't cover them because the owner didn't complain about it... leaky struts\/shocks, prematurely worn out bushings, cracked cv boots.... things that actually matter... but instead of standing up and taking care of problems that exist before they become a bigger problem they ignored them until a customer complaint came in.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17941.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e8dwc","c_root_id_B":"d7e0253","created_at_utc_A":1473346006,"created_at_utc_B":1473328853,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Generally, French and Italian cars. I've seen a stream of Renaults (mostly Clios) owned by various friends, and they've almost all been terrible. So, no Renaults, Peugeots, Citroens (well, I don't know as much about Citroen, but I'm a little wary!), Fiats etc for me.   I'd probably avoid most American brands as well, although from what I've heard, the more recent Fords (perhaps since 2010?) are significantly better.  I've got two Mazdas at the moment, and they've been amazing - both over 10 years old (16 year old MX-5, 12 year old Mazda6) and apart from some rust on the MX-5, I've had no serious problems with either.","human_ref_B":"For me? Toyota. They are too beige. Too vanilla. Too boring. I've worked as a technician at one of their dealers and have first hand seen their warranty processes. Them and Honda are assholes when it comes to taking care of the customer. Because they know (I'll get down voted for this) majority of their customer base is as in tune with the workings of their car as they are with their toaster. It's an appliance to them.   I had multiple times where I'd personally find faults with a car under warranty, but the manufacturer wouldn't cover them because the owner didn't complain about it... leaky struts\/shocks, prematurely worn out bushings, cracked cv boots.... things that actually matter... but instead of standing up and taking care of problems that exist before they become a bigger problem they ignored them until a customer complaint came in.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17153.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e0253","c_root_id_B":"d7e56m9","created_at_utc_A":1473328853,"created_at_utc_B":1473341317,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"For me? Toyota. They are too beige. Too vanilla. Too boring. I've worked as a technician at one of their dealers and have first hand seen their warranty processes. Them and Honda are assholes when it comes to taking care of the customer. Because they know (I'll get down voted for this) majority of their customer base is as in tune with the workings of their car as they are with their toaster. It's an appliance to them.   I had multiple times where I'd personally find faults with a car under warranty, but the manufacturer wouldn't cover them because the owner didn't complain about it... leaky struts\/shocks, prematurely worn out bushings, cracked cv boots.... things that actually matter... but instead of standing up and taking care of problems that exist before they become a bigger problem they ignored them until a customer complaint came in.","human_ref_B":"There are always stipulations and exceptions but the closest to an absolute blacklisting for me is Chrysler and its derivatives.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12464.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"51orjs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What manufacturer would you never purchase a car from and why? Remember, DISCUSSION not shitting on people's views. Please respect everyone's opinion as they are entitled to their own and so are you.","c_root_id_A":"d7e0253","c_root_id_B":"d7e8qd3","created_at_utc_A":1473328853,"created_at_utc_B":1473346459,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"For me? Toyota. They are too beige. Too vanilla. Too boring. I've worked as a technician at one of their dealers and have first hand seen their warranty processes. Them and Honda are assholes when it comes to taking care of the customer. Because they know (I'll get down voted for this) majority of their customer base is as in tune with the workings of their car as they are with their toaster. It's an appliance to them.   I had multiple times where I'd personally find faults with a car under warranty, but the manufacturer wouldn't cover them because the owner didn't complain about it... leaky struts\/shocks, prematurely worn out bushings, cracked cv boots.... things that actually matter... but instead of standing up and taking care of problems that exist before they become a bigger problem they ignored them until a customer complaint came in.","human_ref_B":"GM. They're interior quality and long term reliability are garbage.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17606.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"4zifxe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Would you recommend buying a used police interceptor SUV? I've been looking to buy my self an SUV because I want 4WD and more space than I have had in previous cars, and I found a few listings for used police interceptors. Here is a 2013 Ford Explorer that appears to have what I am looking for in a vehicle: not terrible on miles, fairly new, and 4WD.   Everything I have been reading about on used police vehicles mainly talk about the crown vics and how you should expect to pay only a couple thousand for them or you are overpaying by a lot. I don't know what to expect from these bigger vehicles like Explorers and Tahoes. Would you recommend these trucks to someone or would the wear and tear of police work make it something to avoid?","c_root_id_A":"d6wg99j","c_root_id_B":"d6wcbly","created_at_utc_A":1472151215,"created_at_utc_B":1472146374,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Go into it with your eyes open. Inspect it carefully. And be careful of outfits like xgovernmentcars that specialize in only selling old cop cars, because they tend to overcharge. Saw one of 'em listed at 6 grand awhile back, for a freaking Panther platform PI with 6 figures on the odometer. Insanity.   Know that cop cars have a hard life. Get a feel for what kind of life yours might have had before you bought it. Metro-area cop car? Lots of curb hopping, idling, braking, etc. Iowa state patrol? They're going through the bumpy grass medians at 60+mph to turn around and catch speeders going the other way.   So compared to a normal used car, these things get abused a lot. That doesn't make them a do-not-purchase because they're built with tougher components than a normal car, but it does mean you have to look them over very carefully before you pull the trigger.","human_ref_B":"LOL yes. do it, buy a police car","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4841.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4uxtuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"AMA announcement and Garage Talk of the Week: What are some lesser-known car related LPT's you have and would like to share? ##First off, we have an announcement.   We will be doing AMA's! I have added a section in the sidebar which contains our weekly schedule, as well as any upcoming AMA's that we have. Our first AMA will be coming shortly, but we have not yet agreed on a date to do it. \/u\/GenericRush, who is also  a brand new moderator here, has volunteered to do it for us! He has a small engineering company, racing experience in leagues such as Spec Miata, and has been on NASCAR teams in the past. He is very knowledgeable and definitely has much to share with you guys! We will update the sidebar when we settle a date and time at which he will answer your questions.        **If any of you are interested in doing an AMA in the future, here's how you apply:**  Send us a modmail with the following:  * What you specialize in or topic of your AMA (i.e. \"*I own a C1 Corvette, AMA!*\", \"*I am the head salesmen at a Ferrari dealership, AMA!*\" or \"*I am a certified BMW mechanic, AMA!*\" **Note:** These are just examples of possible AMA's that would work. I'm sure there are more that would work, so send them in. They will most likely be approved by us, but some might not fly. We will let you know!  * Some form of proof that you are knowledgeable, accredited, certified or in possession of whatever you claim to be in the title of your AMA. We will be flexible in what we will consider proof. Example: *If you are a mechanic or something, take a selfie at your shop, in uniform, with a paper displaying your reddit username. Trade cards will also be accepted, as long as they are with a proof of connection to you, again, piece of paper with your reddit username on it right next to it would be splendid.*  * A date and time that you will do available to do your AMA. Please provide two or three possible times in case we have any issues with scheduling!   Once you send your request in, we will look it over and respond to you regarding our decision or if we need any more information from you. We look forwards to your requests! We will also have an archive with all the AMA's that have been done. **Anyone that has done an AMA will receive a custom flair (yes, custom to how YOU want it!) as a thank you from us!**  ####Now for our topic of the week: Share some of your best not-so-known car related life pro tips!","c_root_id_A":"d5uexuu","c_root_id_B":"d5up75m","created_at_utc_A":1469713936,"created_at_utc_B":1469726935,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"When fitting rubber radiator hoses, place a thin coat of grease on the inside of the hose. Not only will it slide right on, but it'll also be much more likely to come back off in a couple of years (should you need to).   White lithium grease has loads of uses. Door hinges, seat runners, sqeaky plastic bits, you name it. Just remember that a *light* application is almost always better than a thick application. A thick slab of grease will just attract big chunks of dirt.","human_ref_B":"Keep your engine bay clean by spraying it out twice a year at a spray car wash (because that water gets collected and treated, if you do it at home it'll run off to a stream\/river). Not only does it give you the chance to look everything over once in a while, it is near impossible to find the source of a leak on a grimy engine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12999.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4uxtuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"AMA announcement and Garage Talk of the Week: What are some lesser-known car related LPT's you have and would like to share? ##First off, we have an announcement.   We will be doing AMA's! I have added a section in the sidebar which contains our weekly schedule, as well as any upcoming AMA's that we have. Our first AMA will be coming shortly, but we have not yet agreed on a date to do it. \/u\/GenericRush, who is also  a brand new moderator here, has volunteered to do it for us! He has a small engineering company, racing experience in leagues such as Spec Miata, and has been on NASCAR teams in the past. He is very knowledgeable and definitely has much to share with you guys! We will update the sidebar when we settle a date and time at which he will answer your questions.        **If any of you are interested in doing an AMA in the future, here's how you apply:**  Send us a modmail with the following:  * What you specialize in or topic of your AMA (i.e. \"*I own a C1 Corvette, AMA!*\", \"*I am the head salesmen at a Ferrari dealership, AMA!*\" or \"*I am a certified BMW mechanic, AMA!*\" **Note:** These are just examples of possible AMA's that would work. I'm sure there are more that would work, so send them in. They will most likely be approved by us, but some might not fly. We will let you know!  * Some form of proof that you are knowledgeable, accredited, certified or in possession of whatever you claim to be in the title of your AMA. We will be flexible in what we will consider proof. Example: *If you are a mechanic or something, take a selfie at your shop, in uniform, with a paper displaying your reddit username. Trade cards will also be accepted, as long as they are with a proof of connection to you, again, piece of paper with your reddit username on it right next to it would be splendid.*  * A date and time that you will do available to do your AMA. Please provide two or three possible times in case we have any issues with scheduling!   Once you send your request in, we will look it over and respond to you regarding our decision or if we need any more information from you. We look forwards to your requests! We will also have an archive with all the AMA's that have been done. **Anyone that has done an AMA will receive a custom flair (yes, custom to how YOU want it!) as a thank you from us!**  ####Now for our topic of the week: Share some of your best not-so-known car related life pro tips!","c_root_id_A":"d5uexuu","c_root_id_B":"d5v0k5g","created_at_utc_A":1469713936,"created_at_utc_B":1469740995,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"When fitting rubber radiator hoses, place a thin coat of grease on the inside of the hose. Not only will it slide right on, but it'll also be much more likely to come back off in a couple of years (should you need to).   White lithium grease has loads of uses. Door hinges, seat runners, sqeaky plastic bits, you name it. Just remember that a *light* application is almost always better than a thick application. A thick slab of grease will just attract big chunks of dirt.","human_ref_B":"Have someone who you trust drive your car every now and then   There might be changes to something that happen to gradually for you to notice but the other Person might notice   Had I listened to this advice myself I might have noticed the increase in shake of the gear lever and not have torn a driveshaft and the Gearbox and driveshaft Tunnel wouldn\u2019t have had to be completly rebuilt","labels":0,"seconds_difference":27059.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4uxtuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"AMA announcement and Garage Talk of the Week: What are some lesser-known car related LPT's you have and would like to share? ##First off, we have an announcement.   We will be doing AMA's! I have added a section in the sidebar which contains our weekly schedule, as well as any upcoming AMA's that we have. Our first AMA will be coming shortly, but we have not yet agreed on a date to do it. \/u\/GenericRush, who is also  a brand new moderator here, has volunteered to do it for us! He has a small engineering company, racing experience in leagues such as Spec Miata, and has been on NASCAR teams in the past. He is very knowledgeable and definitely has much to share with you guys! We will update the sidebar when we settle a date and time at which he will answer your questions.        **If any of you are interested in doing an AMA in the future, here's how you apply:**  Send us a modmail with the following:  * What you specialize in or topic of your AMA (i.e. \"*I own a C1 Corvette, AMA!*\", \"*I am the head salesmen at a Ferrari dealership, AMA!*\" or \"*I am a certified BMW mechanic, AMA!*\" **Note:** These are just examples of possible AMA's that would work. I'm sure there are more that would work, so send them in. They will most likely be approved by us, but some might not fly. We will let you know!  * Some form of proof that you are knowledgeable, accredited, certified or in possession of whatever you claim to be in the title of your AMA. We will be flexible in what we will consider proof. Example: *If you are a mechanic or something, take a selfie at your shop, in uniform, with a paper displaying your reddit username. Trade cards will also be accepted, as long as they are with a proof of connection to you, again, piece of paper with your reddit username on it right next to it would be splendid.*  * A date and time that you will do available to do your AMA. Please provide two or three possible times in case we have any issues with scheduling!   Once you send your request in, we will look it over and respond to you regarding our decision or if we need any more information from you. We look forwards to your requests! We will also have an archive with all the AMA's that have been done. **Anyone that has done an AMA will receive a custom flair (yes, custom to how YOU want it!) as a thank you from us!**  ####Now for our topic of the week: Share some of your best not-so-known car related life pro tips!","c_root_id_A":"d5uqp9h","c_root_id_B":"d5uexuu","created_at_utc_A":1469728735,"created_at_utc_B":1469713936,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Use a torque wrench.  If you don't have one, get one.  You will find a decent number of bolts that are to be specifically torqued.    Even a cheap one is better than none.  \"Round off the fastener off at the correct torque\" is not the most correct answer.  I have had to clean up too many peoples over torqued crap...","human_ref_B":"When fitting rubber radiator hoses, place a thin coat of grease on the inside of the hose. Not only will it slide right on, but it'll also be much more likely to come back off in a couple of years (should you need to).   White lithium grease has loads of uses. Door hinges, seat runners, sqeaky plastic bits, you name it. Just remember that a *light* application is almost always better than a thick application. A thick slab of grease will just attract big chunks of dirt.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14799.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4uxtuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"AMA announcement and Garage Talk of the Week: What are some lesser-known car related LPT's you have and would like to share? ##First off, we have an announcement.   We will be doing AMA's! I have added a section in the sidebar which contains our weekly schedule, as well as any upcoming AMA's that we have. Our first AMA will be coming shortly, but we have not yet agreed on a date to do it. \/u\/GenericRush, who is also  a brand new moderator here, has volunteered to do it for us! He has a small engineering company, racing experience in leagues such as Spec Miata, and has been on NASCAR teams in the past. He is very knowledgeable and definitely has much to share with you guys! We will update the sidebar when we settle a date and time at which he will answer your questions.        **If any of you are interested in doing an AMA in the future, here's how you apply:**  Send us a modmail with the following:  * What you specialize in or topic of your AMA (i.e. \"*I own a C1 Corvette, AMA!*\", \"*I am the head salesmen at a Ferrari dealership, AMA!*\" or \"*I am a certified BMW mechanic, AMA!*\" **Note:** These are just examples of possible AMA's that would work. I'm sure there are more that would work, so send them in. They will most likely be approved by us, but some might not fly. We will let you know!  * Some form of proof that you are knowledgeable, accredited, certified or in possession of whatever you claim to be in the title of your AMA. We will be flexible in what we will consider proof. Example: *If you are a mechanic or something, take a selfie at your shop, in uniform, with a paper displaying your reddit username. Trade cards will also be accepted, as long as they are with a proof of connection to you, again, piece of paper with your reddit username on it right next to it would be splendid.*  * A date and time that you will do available to do your AMA. Please provide two or three possible times in case we have any issues with scheduling!   Once you send your request in, we will look it over and respond to you regarding our decision or if we need any more information from you. We look forwards to your requests! We will also have an archive with all the AMA's that have been done. **Anyone that has done an AMA will receive a custom flair (yes, custom to how YOU want it!) as a thank you from us!**  ####Now for our topic of the week: Share some of your best not-so-known car related life pro tips!","c_root_id_A":"d5v0k5g","c_root_id_B":"d5up75m","created_at_utc_A":1469740995,"created_at_utc_B":1469726935,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Have someone who you trust drive your car every now and then   There might be changes to something that happen to gradually for you to notice but the other Person might notice   Had I listened to this advice myself I might have noticed the increase in shake of the gear lever and not have torn a driveshaft and the Gearbox and driveshaft Tunnel wouldn\u2019t have had to be completly rebuilt","human_ref_B":"Keep your engine bay clean by spraying it out twice a year at a spray car wash (because that water gets collected and treated, if you do it at home it'll run off to a stream\/river). Not only does it give you the chance to look everything over once in a while, it is near impossible to find the source of a leak on a grimy engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14060.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"4uxtuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"AMA announcement and Garage Talk of the Week: What are some lesser-known car related LPT's you have and would like to share? ##First off, we have an announcement.   We will be doing AMA's! I have added a section in the sidebar which contains our weekly schedule, as well as any upcoming AMA's that we have. Our first AMA will be coming shortly, but we have not yet agreed on a date to do it. \/u\/GenericRush, who is also  a brand new moderator here, has volunteered to do it for us! He has a small engineering company, racing experience in leagues such as Spec Miata, and has been on NASCAR teams in the past. He is very knowledgeable and definitely has much to share with you guys! We will update the sidebar when we settle a date and time at which he will answer your questions.        **If any of you are interested in doing an AMA in the future, here's how you apply:**  Send us a modmail with the following:  * What you specialize in or topic of your AMA (i.e. \"*I own a C1 Corvette, AMA!*\", \"*I am the head salesmen at a Ferrari dealership, AMA!*\" or \"*I am a certified BMW mechanic, AMA!*\" **Note:** These are just examples of possible AMA's that would work. I'm sure there are more that would work, so send them in. They will most likely be approved by us, but some might not fly. We will let you know!  * Some form of proof that you are knowledgeable, accredited, certified or in possession of whatever you claim to be in the title of your AMA. We will be flexible in what we will consider proof. Example: *If you are a mechanic or something, take a selfie at your shop, in uniform, with a paper displaying your reddit username. Trade cards will also be accepted, as long as they are with a proof of connection to you, again, piece of paper with your reddit username on it right next to it would be splendid.*  * A date and time that you will do available to do your AMA. Please provide two or three possible times in case we have any issues with scheduling!   Once you send your request in, we will look it over and respond to you regarding our decision or if we need any more information from you. We look forwards to your requests! We will also have an archive with all the AMA's that have been done. **Anyone that has done an AMA will receive a custom flair (yes, custom to how YOU want it!) as a thank you from us!**  ####Now for our topic of the week: Share some of your best not-so-known car related life pro tips!","c_root_id_A":"d5uqp9h","c_root_id_B":"d5up75m","created_at_utc_A":1469728735,"created_at_utc_B":1469726935,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Use a torque wrench.  If you don't have one, get one.  You will find a decent number of bolts that are to be specifically torqued.    Even a cheap one is better than none.  \"Round off the fastener off at the correct torque\" is not the most correct answer.  I have had to clean up too many peoples over torqued crap...","human_ref_B":"Keep your engine bay clean by spraying it out twice a year at a spray car wash (because that water gets collected and treated, if you do it at home it'll run off to a stream\/river). Not only does it give you the chance to look everything over once in a while, it is near impossible to find the source of a leak on a grimy engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1800.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"4uxtuk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"AMA announcement and Garage Talk of the Week: What are some lesser-known car related LPT's you have and would like to share? ##First off, we have an announcement.   We will be doing AMA's! I have added a section in the sidebar which contains our weekly schedule, as well as any upcoming AMA's that we have. Our first AMA will be coming shortly, but we have not yet agreed on a date to do it. \/u\/GenericRush, who is also  a brand new moderator here, has volunteered to do it for us! He has a small engineering company, racing experience in leagues such as Spec Miata, and has been on NASCAR teams in the past. He is very knowledgeable and definitely has much to share with you guys! We will update the sidebar when we settle a date and time at which he will answer your questions.        **If any of you are interested in doing an AMA in the future, here's how you apply:**  Send us a modmail with the following:  * What you specialize in or topic of your AMA (i.e. \"*I own a C1 Corvette, AMA!*\", \"*I am the head salesmen at a Ferrari dealership, AMA!*\" or \"*I am a certified BMW mechanic, AMA!*\" **Note:** These are just examples of possible AMA's that would work. I'm sure there are more that would work, so send them in. They will most likely be approved by us, but some might not fly. We will let you know!  * Some form of proof that you are knowledgeable, accredited, certified or in possession of whatever you claim to be in the title of your AMA. We will be flexible in what we will consider proof. Example: *If you are a mechanic or something, take a selfie at your shop, in uniform, with a paper displaying your reddit username. Trade cards will also be accepted, as long as they are with a proof of connection to you, again, piece of paper with your reddit username on it right next to it would be splendid.*  * A date and time that you will do available to do your AMA. Please provide two or three possible times in case we have any issues with scheduling!   Once you send your request in, we will look it over and respond to you regarding our decision or if we need any more information from you. We look forwards to your requests! We will also have an archive with all the AMA's that have been done. **Anyone that has done an AMA will receive a custom flair (yes, custom to how YOU want it!) as a thank you from us!**  ####Now for our topic of the week: Share some of your best not-so-known car related life pro tips!","c_root_id_A":"d5v0k5g","c_root_id_B":"d5uqp9h","created_at_utc_A":1469740995,"created_at_utc_B":1469728735,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Have someone who you trust drive your car every now and then   There might be changes to something that happen to gradually for you to notice but the other Person might notice   Had I listened to this advice myself I might have noticed the increase in shake of the gear lever and not have torn a driveshaft and the Gearbox and driveshaft Tunnel wouldn\u2019t have had to be completly rebuilt","human_ref_B":"Use a torque wrench.  If you don't have one, get one.  You will find a decent number of bolts that are to be specifically torqued.    Even a cheap one is better than none.  \"Round off the fastener off at the correct torque\" is not the most correct answer.  I have had to clean up too many peoples over torqued crap...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12260.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4tglfx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Lowered Cars and Speed Bumps? I see a substantial number of enthusiasts lowering their cars.  Where I live there are large numbers of speedbumps that, to someone who's not modified a car before, would look like they'd bottom out your car as you go over them.  Are speedbumps not a thing in the US or are they much lower instead?  Things like this would surely be too short and high for most lowered cars?","c_root_id_A":"d5h5p5b","c_root_id_B":"d5h3fk8","created_at_utc_A":1468869184,"created_at_utc_B":1468866125,"score_A":10,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Try not to drive over them. Take them at an angle if you must, but just avoiding places that have them is the best option.","human_ref_B":"You have to go sideways on them, or just scrape everywhere.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3059.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4tglfx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Lowered Cars and Speed Bumps? I see a substantial number of enthusiasts lowering their cars.  Where I live there are large numbers of speedbumps that, to someone who's not modified a car before, would look like they'd bottom out your car as you go over them.  Are speedbumps not a thing in the US or are they much lower instead?  Things like this would surely be too short and high for most lowered cars?","c_root_id_A":"d5h4n5j","c_root_id_B":"d5h5p5b","created_at_utc_A":1468867743,"created_at_utc_B":1468869184,"score_A":2,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"We have lots of speed bumps and potholes in Malta. Lowered cars have bumpers and lower bodies that are absolutely demolished. I mean cracked and falling apart.","human_ref_B":"Try not to drive over them. Take them at an angle if you must, but just avoiding places that have them is the best option.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1441.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"4tglfx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Lowered Cars and Speed Bumps? I see a substantial number of enthusiasts lowering their cars.  Where I live there are large numbers of speedbumps that, to someone who's not modified a car before, would look like they'd bottom out your car as you go over them.  Are speedbumps not a thing in the US or are they much lower instead?  Things like this would surely be too short and high for most lowered cars?","c_root_id_A":"d5h7obv","c_root_id_B":"d5h4n5j","created_at_utc_A":1468871858,"created_at_utc_B":1468867743,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The last few years, air ride has been increasingly popular and a few of my friends with the systems have a setting on their controller to raise the car up higher than they normally drive to clear bumps.","human_ref_B":"We have lots of speed bumps and potholes in Malta. Lowered cars have bumpers and lower bodies that are absolutely demolished. I mean cracked and falling apart.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4115.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4tglfx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Lowered Cars and Speed Bumps? I see a substantial number of enthusiasts lowering their cars.  Where I live there are large numbers of speedbumps that, to someone who's not modified a car before, would look like they'd bottom out your car as you go over them.  Are speedbumps not a thing in the US or are they much lower instead?  Things like this would surely be too short and high for most lowered cars?","c_root_id_A":"d5h4n5j","c_root_id_B":"d5hdp5g","created_at_utc_A":1468867743,"created_at_utc_B":1468880209,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"We have lots of speed bumps and potholes in Malta. Lowered cars have bumpers and lower bodies that are absolutely demolished. I mean cracked and falling apart.","human_ref_B":"I have a miata that's sitting on coils, but I have raised it so far that I never scrape anymore and it still looks decent. Before raising it I was quite literally framebanging on little rocks","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12466.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sf4e1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is it legal to wrap a car in a dazzle camouflage scheme similar to prototype cars for recreational purposes? Just curious.","c_root_id_A":"d594pso","c_root_id_B":"d58tedw","created_at_utc_A":1468328612,"created_at_utc_B":1468296816,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It is absolutely legal to do this. I've always wanted to buy an STi and do it up in this awesome camo scheme:   http:\/\/lh6.ggpht.com\/-KcJFXAmZplM\/VL9dzuBUvyI\/AAAAAAAAAtI\/eLehEsc-nOQ\/s640\/iez2f9vttdtwekeeh7p8.jpg","human_ref_B":"I don't see any reason you couldn't. To the best of my knowledge you can draw whatever design you wan't on a vehicle (with the exception of imitating a Gov.\/Emergency vehicle or violating someones copyright.) Maybe post to \/r\/legaladvice for an answer that sounds more like it came from a suit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":31796.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"xjpk5l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I made a huge mistake and bought used car in CA that I (effectively) can't register. What can I do with this dud of a car? Yeah, firstly, I'm a huge dumbass, get your laughs in lol. I'm no car guy. Lesson learned. Don't buy used without making sure it has passed a smog check in the Golden State.  It's a 2002 Camry LE which looks awful, but runs great. Problem is, both of the car's catalytic converters need to be replaced, and to do so would cost way more than a sane person ought to spend on this car (more than I spent on buying it, and way more than I have laying around my account).  Since you're legally not supposed to sell a car without also including a smog check pass, I tried to contact the seller, but of course he ran off. That's another long story, I'm certain I just got duped. I don't know what part of his story or information is legit, and at this point it seems like it will be too much money to track him down and open a case against him in court.  So, basically, I have this unregistered car in my driveway. I have the old title and old registration in the seller's name (my name is on the title on the transfer side), but no documentation under my name.  My goal is to get rid of this car and hopefully get some portion of my money back. Cash for Clunkers can't take it without its cat converts and no title\/reg. Kars 4 Kids could take it, but the tax rebate would go to the seller (because the title is in his name). It seems like selling to a junkyard also requires some registration and such.  Does anyone know what a dumbass like me can do to maybe, hopefully, get rid of this car and get any amount of money back on this landmine of a craigslist purchase? Hell, what can I do even if I give up on getting any money back? Happy to answer any questions, maybe through DM if sensitive. Thanks all.","c_root_id_A":"ip9rips","c_root_id_B":"ip9r8bx","created_at_utc_A":1663722054,"created_at_utc_B":1663721922,"score_A":26,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Try a muffler shop for a universal cat. They are a fraction of the cost vs oem.","human_ref_B":"You could cut out the cats yourself and sell them to a scrap yard.   Then leave the car out on the road, get towed and the old owner will get a nice bill.   It will get sold at auction.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":132.0,"score_ratio":1.2380952381}
{"post_id":"xjpk5l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I made a huge mistake and bought used car in CA that I (effectively) can't register. What can I do with this dud of a car? Yeah, firstly, I'm a huge dumbass, get your laughs in lol. I'm no car guy. Lesson learned. Don't buy used without making sure it has passed a smog check in the Golden State.  It's a 2002 Camry LE which looks awful, but runs great. Problem is, both of the car's catalytic converters need to be replaced, and to do so would cost way more than a sane person ought to spend on this car (more than I spent on buying it, and way more than I have laying around my account).  Since you're legally not supposed to sell a car without also including a smog check pass, I tried to contact the seller, but of course he ran off. That's another long story, I'm certain I just got duped. I don't know what part of his story or information is legit, and at this point it seems like it will be too much money to track him down and open a case against him in court.  So, basically, I have this unregistered car in my driveway. I have the old title and old registration in the seller's name (my name is on the title on the transfer side), but no documentation under my name.  My goal is to get rid of this car and hopefully get some portion of my money back. Cash for Clunkers can't take it without its cat converts and no title\/reg. Kars 4 Kids could take it, but the tax rebate would go to the seller (because the title is in his name). It seems like selling to a junkyard also requires some registration and such.  Does anyone know what a dumbass like me can do to maybe, hopefully, get rid of this car and get any amount of money back on this landmine of a craigslist purchase? Hell, what can I do even if I give up on getting any money back? Happy to answer any questions, maybe through DM if sensitive. Thanks all.","c_root_id_A":"ip9rips","c_root_id_B":"ip9phk7","created_at_utc_A":1663722054,"created_at_utc_B":1663721115,"score_A":26,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Try a muffler shop for a universal cat. They are a fraction of the cost vs oem.","human_ref_B":"How much are the cats? That seems like the best option tbh. If theyre stupid expensive for no reason but you can find a similar cat for cheaper, you might be able to get a welder to weld it in. Then you could pass smog.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":939.0,"score_ratio":8.6666666667}
{"post_id":"xjpk5l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I made a huge mistake and bought used car in CA that I (effectively) can't register. What can I do with this dud of a car? Yeah, firstly, I'm a huge dumbass, get your laughs in lol. I'm no car guy. Lesson learned. Don't buy used without making sure it has passed a smog check in the Golden State.  It's a 2002 Camry LE which looks awful, but runs great. Problem is, both of the car's catalytic converters need to be replaced, and to do so would cost way more than a sane person ought to spend on this car (more than I spent on buying it, and way more than I have laying around my account).  Since you're legally not supposed to sell a car without also including a smog check pass, I tried to contact the seller, but of course he ran off. That's another long story, I'm certain I just got duped. I don't know what part of his story or information is legit, and at this point it seems like it will be too much money to track him down and open a case against him in court.  So, basically, I have this unregistered car in my driveway. I have the old title and old registration in the seller's name (my name is on the title on the transfer side), but no documentation under my name.  My goal is to get rid of this car and hopefully get some portion of my money back. Cash for Clunkers can't take it without its cat converts and no title\/reg. Kars 4 Kids could take it, but the tax rebate would go to the seller (because the title is in his name). It seems like selling to a junkyard also requires some registration and such.  Does anyone know what a dumbass like me can do to maybe, hopefully, get rid of this car and get any amount of money back on this landmine of a craigslist purchase? Hell, what can I do even if I give up on getting any money back? Happy to answer any questions, maybe through DM if sensitive. Thanks all.","c_root_id_A":"ip9phk7","c_root_id_B":"ip9r8bx","created_at_utc_A":1663721115,"created_at_utc_B":1663721922,"score_A":3,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"How much are the cats? That seems like the best option tbh. If theyre stupid expensive for no reason but you can find a similar cat for cheaper, you might be able to get a welder to weld it in. Then you could pass smog.","human_ref_B":"You could cut out the cats yourself and sell them to a scrap yard.   Then leave the car out on the road, get towed and the old owner will get a nice bill.   It will get sold at auction.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":807.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"xjpk5l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I made a huge mistake and bought used car in CA that I (effectively) can't register. What can I do with this dud of a car? Yeah, firstly, I'm a huge dumbass, get your laughs in lol. I'm no car guy. Lesson learned. Don't buy used without making sure it has passed a smog check in the Golden State.  It's a 2002 Camry LE which looks awful, but runs great. Problem is, both of the car's catalytic converters need to be replaced, and to do so would cost way more than a sane person ought to spend on this car (more than I spent on buying it, and way more than I have laying around my account).  Since you're legally not supposed to sell a car without also including a smog check pass, I tried to contact the seller, but of course he ran off. That's another long story, I'm certain I just got duped. I don't know what part of his story or information is legit, and at this point it seems like it will be too much money to track him down and open a case against him in court.  So, basically, I have this unregistered car in my driveway. I have the old title and old registration in the seller's name (my name is on the title on the transfer side), but no documentation under my name.  My goal is to get rid of this car and hopefully get some portion of my money back. Cash for Clunkers can't take it without its cat converts and no title\/reg. Kars 4 Kids could take it, but the tax rebate would go to the seller (because the title is in his name). It seems like selling to a junkyard also requires some registration and such.  Does anyone know what a dumbass like me can do to maybe, hopefully, get rid of this car and get any amount of money back on this landmine of a craigslist purchase? Hell, what can I do even if I give up on getting any money back? Happy to answer any questions, maybe through DM if sensitive. Thanks all.","c_root_id_A":"ipa7frt","c_root_id_B":"ip9phk7","created_at_utc_A":1663729423,"created_at_utc_B":1663721115,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Even without smog, you should be able to title the vehicle in your name, assuming there isn't some issue with it (bonded title, lien, later duplicate title issued, etc.). Call or go to the DMV and explain the situation, in CA they deal with this all the time. You may be able to get a non-operational registration for it. You'll still have to pay sales tax and title transfer fees, etc. You definitely won't be able to register it for street use without smog, unfortunately.  After you do get a title issued in your name, you can sell the car to a junkyard, donate it to a charity, or sell it out-of-state. You *might* be able to get a trip permit to drive it out of state after you do sell it.","human_ref_B":"How much are the cats? That seems like the best option tbh. If theyre stupid expensive for no reason but you can find a similar cat for cheaper, you might be able to get a welder to weld it in. Then you could pass smog.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8308.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"xjpk5l","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I made a huge mistake and bought used car in CA that I (effectively) can't register. What can I do with this dud of a car? Yeah, firstly, I'm a huge dumbass, get your laughs in lol. I'm no car guy. Lesson learned. Don't buy used without making sure it has passed a smog check in the Golden State.  It's a 2002 Camry LE which looks awful, but runs great. Problem is, both of the car's catalytic converters need to be replaced, and to do so would cost way more than a sane person ought to spend on this car (more than I spent on buying it, and way more than I have laying around my account).  Since you're legally not supposed to sell a car without also including a smog check pass, I tried to contact the seller, but of course he ran off. That's another long story, I'm certain I just got duped. I don't know what part of his story or information is legit, and at this point it seems like it will be too much money to track him down and open a case against him in court.  So, basically, I have this unregistered car in my driveway. I have the old title and old registration in the seller's name (my name is on the title on the transfer side), but no documentation under my name.  My goal is to get rid of this car and hopefully get some portion of my money back. Cash for Clunkers can't take it without its cat converts and no title\/reg. Kars 4 Kids could take it, but the tax rebate would go to the seller (because the title is in his name). It seems like selling to a junkyard also requires some registration and such.  Does anyone know what a dumbass like me can do to maybe, hopefully, get rid of this car and get any amount of money back on this landmine of a craigslist purchase? Hell, what can I do even if I give up on getting any money back? Happy to answer any questions, maybe through DM if sensitive. Thanks all.","c_root_id_A":"ip9phk7","c_root_id_B":"ip9t5fa","created_at_utc_A":1663721115,"created_at_utc_B":1663722795,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"How much are the cats? That seems like the best option tbh. If theyre stupid expensive for no reason but you can find a similar cat for cheaper, you might be able to get a welder to weld it in. Then you could pass smog.","human_ref_B":"Sell in a state\/county that doesn\u2019t require smog check.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1680.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"ioz9afh","c_root_id_B":"ioxtw9e","created_at_utc_A":1663535065,"created_at_utc_B":1663515965,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"To be fair most people with \"summer\" cars have garages. That being said a carport with a good car cover should do the trick just fine.","human_ref_B":"A few people I know rent a garage space from a neighbor or friend who isn't using theirs. Sometimes a person has a two car garage, one car, and therefore a way to earn a couple hundred bucks a month.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19100.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"ioypij4","c_root_id_B":"ioz9afh","created_at_utc_A":1663527876,"created_at_utc_B":1663535065,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"If you just wash the underside of the car before you park it for the season it won't rust. Snow won't do anything, it's the salt in the roads","human_ref_B":"To be fair most people with \"summer\" cars have garages. That being said a carport with a good car cover should do the trick just fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7189.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"ioy9c8t","c_root_id_B":"ioz9afh","created_at_utc_A":1663521964,"created_at_utc_B":1663535065,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Two of them I store in my grandma's garage. She does not have a car anymore and lets me use it for free. One I rent a place for in my friend's barn. Another one I store in a 300 year old wagon shed. I give the owner of the shed a bottle of Aquevit and he lets me park it there all winter. The last one is a project car that does not run. I keep it in a portable garage at home.  The plan is to start building garages at home next year.","human_ref_B":"To be fair most people with \"summer\" cars have garages. That being said a carport with a good car cover should do the trick just fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13101.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"ioxtw9e","c_root_id_B":"ioxvakx","created_at_utc_A":1663515965,"created_at_utc_B":1663516525,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"A few people I know rent a garage space from a neighbor or friend who isn't using theirs. Sometimes a person has a two car garage, one car, and therefore a way to earn a couple hundred bucks a month.","human_ref_B":"The guys I knew would rent barn space from someone who stored cars on his property.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":560.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"ioypij4","c_root_id_B":"ioy9c8t","created_at_utc_A":1663527876,"created_at_utc_B":1663521964,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you just wash the underside of the car before you park it for the season it won't rust. Snow won't do anything, it's the salt in the roads","human_ref_B":"Two of them I store in my grandma's garage. She does not have a car anymore and lets me use it for free. One I rent a place for in my friend's barn. Another one I store in a 300 year old wagon shed. I give the owner of the shed a bottle of Aquevit and he lets me park it there all winter. The last one is a project car that does not run. I keep it in a portable garage at home.  The plan is to start building garages at home next year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5912.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"iozihk8","c_root_id_B":"ioy9c8t","created_at_utc_A":1663538666,"created_at_utc_B":1663521964,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I store my summer car in my aunts garage.  In return I let her drive it a few times a year and I take her car in to the shop when it needs repairs\/maintenance and pay for it.","human_ref_B":"Two of them I store in my grandma's garage. She does not have a car anymore and lets me use it for free. One I rent a place for in my friend's barn. Another one I store in a 300 year old wagon shed. I give the owner of the shed a bottle of Aquevit and he lets me park it there all winter. The last one is a project car that does not run. I keep it in a portable garage at home.  The plan is to start building garages at home next year.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16702.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xhizbu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"how do you guys without a garage store your summer cars for the winter?","c_root_id_A":"ioy9c8t","c_root_id_B":"iozpg5p","created_at_utc_A":1663521964,"created_at_utc_B":1663541496,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Two of them I store in my grandma's garage. She does not have a car anymore and lets me use it for free. One I rent a place for in my friend's barn. Another one I store in a 300 year old wagon shed. I give the owner of the shed a bottle of Aquevit and he lets me park it there all winter. The last one is a project car that does not run. I keep it in a portable garage at home.  The plan is to start building garages at home next year.","human_ref_B":"Our house had a 2-car garage.  I bought  3RD vehicle - a 4x4 pickup due to steep driveway - so needed a place to put my car.  Near to our old house in Massachusetts, a work friend had bought a house that had a barn on the property. It was a large, traditional barn with a large (probably space for 10-14 vehicles in this aisle) center aisle and two smaller side aisles plus hay lofts.  It also had a cellar space. So, we examined the structure and it looked like it would hold a vehicle (Mercedes 380 SEC) and I parked it, disconnected the battery and left it for about 5 months.  In the spring I reconnected the battery and it did need a jump but started fine.  We did this for four years but I did take the battery home with me after year 1 and kept in a heated space.  We also eventually moved all of our furniture into the barn for almost a year as we moved to Santa Fe, bought a small business and built our new house.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19532.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"x07vj3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Do \"car guys' usually know how to weld? I watch videos trying to learn more about how to install parts and i see people welding using like 10 different tools. Its overwhelming..","c_root_id_A":"im6ruww","c_root_id_B":"im6thdz","created_at_utc_A":1661727562,"created_at_utc_B":1661728315,"score_A":5,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"No, i have done some intermediate level work to two project cars without knowing how to weld. I took them both to muffler shops for the exhaust welding.","human_ref_B":"Many of us can't. I have wrenched on classic cars for almost 20 years but still haven't learnt how to do it. I have tried to do some simple welding but it didn't turn out very good. I have friends who have been in the hobby much longer without being able to weld.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":753.0,"score_ratio":3.6}
{"post_id":"x07vj3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Do \"car guys' usually know how to weld? I watch videos trying to learn more about how to install parts and i see people welding using like 10 different tools. Its overwhelming..","c_root_id_A":"im6xo9g","c_root_id_B":"im6ruww","created_at_utc_A":1661730271,"created_at_utc_B":1661727562,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Nah- but if you have a chance to play around with a wirefeed welder it's not hard to teach yourself the basics. You won't be 'stacking dimes' but you will be able to stick part A to part B pretty reliably.","human_ref_B":"No, i have done some intermediate level work to two project cars without knowing how to weld. I took them both to muffler shops for the exhaust welding.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2709.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"wggd27","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"2007 Camry with 97k miles for $6k a good deal? Checked it out today. Seems to have a lot going for it.. it ran really good, been in Georgia its whole life so zero rust, pretty low miles considering the age. But then i did my research and read that 2007 is the worst camry year and has oil consumption and other problems. Any thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"iizy9hi","c_root_id_B":"ij0b17s","created_at_utc_A":1659663840,"created_at_utc_B":1659669842,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"There will always be problems for every car if you look for them. It\u2019s a Camry. I\u2019m willing to bet even a bad year for one of those is still a great car.","human_ref_B":"Don't worry about the consumer reports. Camrys are good. You can get a compression check on the engine prior to buying if you're worried, a little.pricey but good piece of mind.  Just keep an eye on the oil when you first buy it, ie once per month see if it's burning any.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6002.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"w57y74","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Anyone have any good resources for rebuilding an engine? I have an old \u201857 371 engine I want to pull out of my car and rebuild myself. Before taking it all apart piece by piece I\u2019d really like to educate myself, but I am having a hard time finding resources that get into all the details. Most stuff online is very generic with YouTube videos filled with annoying guitar riffs the entire time. I have the shop manual, but are there any other good resources you\u2019d recommend? Any good books? Before you ask, no I don\u2019t know anyone who knows how to work on cars to ask them. Just the willingness to learn.   Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"ih6zz8v","c_root_id_B":"ih6f7ry","created_at_utc_A":1658500555,"created_at_utc_B":1658490976,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"check out \/r\/EngineBuilding for your more specific questions. Very helpful folks there","human_ref_B":"Are you mechanically inclined\/gifted?  Have you ever rebuilt a small engine like a lawnmower?  If the answer is no to either.... I'd hire it done. Lots of tricks and techniques that you don't know.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9579.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9bt611","c_root_id_B":"i9b7lgv","created_at_utc_A":1653053978,"created_at_utc_B":1653042310,"score_A":34,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"So many people misunderstand the purpose of performance brakes.  The purpose of upgraded brakes is not to make you stop shorter; it's to prevent brake fade at a track.  You can only stop as fast as the laws of physics will allow.  In *every* modern car, right down to the cheapest shit box, the tires are the deciding factor in determining stopping distance, not brakes.  The reason is simple: Under normal street driving conditions, brakes are always capable of demanding more stopping grip from the tires than they can provide.  Skidding is the enemy of stopping power.  When a tire skids, it actually experiences significantly *less* friction with the pavement, resulting in significantly worse braking performance.  So, considering that stock brakes are capable of locking up the tires, you already have brakes that are demanding the absolute most stopping power from your tires.  All of the big brake kits and their various components are designed to avoid brake fade, not make you stop faster.  Brake fade happens when braking components get too hot, and the friction between the pad and rotor is reduced due to issues like glazing.  Calipers with more pistons can accommodate larger brake pads that absorb heat more slowly and avoid glazing on track.  They don't change the pedal feel or stopping distance.  You should never be in a situation on public roads where brake fade is occurring.  If that's happening you either have a stuck caliper, are riding your brakes, or are driving like an absolute maniac and need to take it to the track before you kill yourself and others.  What *does* affect pedal feel is the age of your brake pads and your brake fluid level.  As your brake pads wear, the distance that they need to travel to make contact with the rotor increases, brake fluid levels naturally decrease, and you will notice the brake pedal travel more as a result.  You should *not* add more fluid to the reservoir to compensate.  Just get your pads replaced.    It's also possible that you may have air in the lines.  Getting your brakes bled will help as well.  If you have air in the lines that didn't occur immediately after brake work was done, you may want to have your braking system inspected for leaks.    The overwhelming majority of people do not need performance brakes, yet companies prey on people's ignorance and sell them track equipment they don't need.  Just get a set of quality tires with a softer compound if you want better braking performance.","human_ref_B":"How about new fluid first ?  Simple = typically best solution.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11668.0,"score_ratio":2.6153846154}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9bsqoa","c_root_id_B":"i9bt611","created_at_utc_A":1653053792,"created_at_utc_B":1653053978,"score_A":10,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"If your ABS kicks in, then your braking system is already stronger than the traction on your tires.  You're skidding and ABS is attempting to compensate  so you don't lose control.  You need better tires, not better brakes. Do not cheap out on tires.  Ever!!  They are the only thing connecting your car to the road.","human_ref_B":"So many people misunderstand the purpose of performance brakes.  The purpose of upgraded brakes is not to make you stop shorter; it's to prevent brake fade at a track.  You can only stop as fast as the laws of physics will allow.  In *every* modern car, right down to the cheapest shit box, the tires are the deciding factor in determining stopping distance, not brakes.  The reason is simple: Under normal street driving conditions, brakes are always capable of demanding more stopping grip from the tires than they can provide.  Skidding is the enemy of stopping power.  When a tire skids, it actually experiences significantly *less* friction with the pavement, resulting in significantly worse braking performance.  So, considering that stock brakes are capable of locking up the tires, you already have brakes that are demanding the absolute most stopping power from your tires.  All of the big brake kits and their various components are designed to avoid brake fade, not make you stop faster.  Brake fade happens when braking components get too hot, and the friction between the pad and rotor is reduced due to issues like glazing.  Calipers with more pistons can accommodate larger brake pads that absorb heat more slowly and avoid glazing on track.  They don't change the pedal feel or stopping distance.  You should never be in a situation on public roads where brake fade is occurring.  If that's happening you either have a stuck caliper, are riding your brakes, or are driving like an absolute maniac and need to take it to the track before you kill yourself and others.  What *does* affect pedal feel is the age of your brake pads and your brake fluid level.  As your brake pads wear, the distance that they need to travel to make contact with the rotor increases, brake fluid levels naturally decrease, and you will notice the brake pedal travel more as a result.  You should *not* add more fluid to the reservoir to compensate.  Just get your pads replaced.    It's also possible that you may have air in the lines.  Getting your brakes bled will help as well.  If you have air in the lines that didn't occur immediately after brake work was done, you may want to have your braking system inspected for leaks.    The overwhelming majority of people do not need performance brakes, yet companies prey on people's ignorance and sell them track equipment they don't need.  Just get a set of quality tires with a softer compound if you want better braking performance.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":186.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9b7sib","c_root_id_B":"i9bt611","created_at_utc_A":1653042464,"created_at_utc_B":1653053978,"score_A":7,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"It would help to know what car you have, but better tires will 100% make a difference. I\u2019m pretty surprised a modern car wouldn\u2019t have sufficient brakes, but do know that pedal feel does not necessary translate to braking performance. My rdx everyone hates how the brake pedal feels, honestly I couldn\u2019t care less, it stops extremely well, it just doesn\u2019t have that hard brake pedal feel Honda is known for.","human_ref_B":"So many people misunderstand the purpose of performance brakes.  The purpose of upgraded brakes is not to make you stop shorter; it's to prevent brake fade at a track.  You can only stop as fast as the laws of physics will allow.  In *every* modern car, right down to the cheapest shit box, the tires are the deciding factor in determining stopping distance, not brakes.  The reason is simple: Under normal street driving conditions, brakes are always capable of demanding more stopping grip from the tires than they can provide.  Skidding is the enemy of stopping power.  When a tire skids, it actually experiences significantly *less* friction with the pavement, resulting in significantly worse braking performance.  So, considering that stock brakes are capable of locking up the tires, you already have brakes that are demanding the absolute most stopping power from your tires.  All of the big brake kits and their various components are designed to avoid brake fade, not make you stop faster.  Brake fade happens when braking components get too hot, and the friction between the pad and rotor is reduced due to issues like glazing.  Calipers with more pistons can accommodate larger brake pads that absorb heat more slowly and avoid glazing on track.  They don't change the pedal feel or stopping distance.  You should never be in a situation on public roads where brake fade is occurring.  If that's happening you either have a stuck caliper, are riding your brakes, or are driving like an absolute maniac and need to take it to the track before you kill yourself and others.  What *does* affect pedal feel is the age of your brake pads and your brake fluid level.  As your brake pads wear, the distance that they need to travel to make contact with the rotor increases, brake fluid levels naturally decrease, and you will notice the brake pedal travel more as a result.  You should *not* add more fluid to the reservoir to compensate.  Just get your pads replaced.    It's also possible that you may have air in the lines.  Getting your brakes bled will help as well.  If you have air in the lines that didn't occur immediately after brake work was done, you may want to have your braking system inspected for leaks.    The overwhelming majority of people do not need performance brakes, yet companies prey on people's ignorance and sell them track equipment they don't need.  Just get a set of quality tires with a softer compound if you want better braking performance.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11514.0,"score_ratio":4.8571428571}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9bt611","c_root_id_B":"i9b8h5h","created_at_utc_A":1653053978,"created_at_utc_B":1653042991,"score_A":34,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"So many people misunderstand the purpose of performance brakes.  The purpose of upgraded brakes is not to make you stop shorter; it's to prevent brake fade at a track.  You can only stop as fast as the laws of physics will allow.  In *every* modern car, right down to the cheapest shit box, the tires are the deciding factor in determining stopping distance, not brakes.  The reason is simple: Under normal street driving conditions, brakes are always capable of demanding more stopping grip from the tires than they can provide.  Skidding is the enemy of stopping power.  When a tire skids, it actually experiences significantly *less* friction with the pavement, resulting in significantly worse braking performance.  So, considering that stock brakes are capable of locking up the tires, you already have brakes that are demanding the absolute most stopping power from your tires.  All of the big brake kits and their various components are designed to avoid brake fade, not make you stop faster.  Brake fade happens when braking components get too hot, and the friction between the pad and rotor is reduced due to issues like glazing.  Calipers with more pistons can accommodate larger brake pads that absorb heat more slowly and avoid glazing on track.  They don't change the pedal feel or stopping distance.  You should never be in a situation on public roads where brake fade is occurring.  If that's happening you either have a stuck caliper, are riding your brakes, or are driving like an absolute maniac and need to take it to the track before you kill yourself and others.  What *does* affect pedal feel is the age of your brake pads and your brake fluid level.  As your brake pads wear, the distance that they need to travel to make contact with the rotor increases, brake fluid levels naturally decrease, and you will notice the brake pedal travel more as a result.  You should *not* add more fluid to the reservoir to compensate.  Just get your pads replaced.    It's also possible that you may have air in the lines.  Getting your brakes bled will help as well.  If you have air in the lines that didn't occur immediately after brake work was done, you may want to have your braking system inspected for leaks.    The overwhelming majority of people do not need performance brakes, yet companies prey on people's ignorance and sell them track equipment they don't need.  Just get a set of quality tires with a softer compound if you want better braking performance.","human_ref_B":"Do tires before you do anything, that's just a general rule for all car upgrades, tires tires tires.  Next I'd try better break fluid.  Do a full flush and refill, and rebleed. If that doesn't resolve it, more aggressive pads and rotors can really make a difference and are a lot easier to change than calipers, also cheaper.  So I'd try them first.   Then if that's not enough, calipers and break lines.  Lines are unlikely to make a difference, but you're all the way in there so why the fuck not.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10987.0,"score_ratio":5.6666666667}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9bi2cd","c_root_id_B":"i9bt611","created_at_utc_A":1653048729,"created_at_utc_B":1653053978,"score_A":2,"score_B":34,"human_ref_A":"Can we eliminate hybrid \/ regen braking system?","human_ref_B":"So many people misunderstand the purpose of performance brakes.  The purpose of upgraded brakes is not to make you stop shorter; it's to prevent brake fade at a track.  You can only stop as fast as the laws of physics will allow.  In *every* modern car, right down to the cheapest shit box, the tires are the deciding factor in determining stopping distance, not brakes.  The reason is simple: Under normal street driving conditions, brakes are always capable of demanding more stopping grip from the tires than they can provide.  Skidding is the enemy of stopping power.  When a tire skids, it actually experiences significantly *less* friction with the pavement, resulting in significantly worse braking performance.  So, considering that stock brakes are capable of locking up the tires, you already have brakes that are demanding the absolute most stopping power from your tires.  All of the big brake kits and their various components are designed to avoid brake fade, not make you stop faster.  Brake fade happens when braking components get too hot, and the friction between the pad and rotor is reduced due to issues like glazing.  Calipers with more pistons can accommodate larger brake pads that absorb heat more slowly and avoid glazing on track.  They don't change the pedal feel or stopping distance.  You should never be in a situation on public roads where brake fade is occurring.  If that's happening you either have a stuck caliper, are riding your brakes, or are driving like an absolute maniac and need to take it to the track before you kill yourself and others.  What *does* affect pedal feel is the age of your brake pads and your brake fluid level.  As your brake pads wear, the distance that they need to travel to make contact with the rotor increases, brake fluid levels naturally decrease, and you will notice the brake pedal travel more as a result.  You should *not* add more fluid to the reservoir to compensate.  Just get your pads replaced.    It's also possible that you may have air in the lines.  Getting your brakes bled will help as well.  If you have air in the lines that didn't occur immediately after brake work was done, you may want to have your braking system inspected for leaks.    The overwhelming majority of people do not need performance brakes, yet companies prey on people's ignorance and sell them track equipment they don't need.  Just get a set of quality tires with a softer compound if you want better braking performance.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5249.0,"score_ratio":17.0}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9bsqoa","c_root_id_B":"i9b7sib","created_at_utc_A":1653053792,"created_at_utc_B":1653042464,"score_A":10,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"If your ABS kicks in, then your braking system is already stronger than the traction on your tires.  You're skidding and ABS is attempting to compensate  so you don't lose control.  You need better tires, not better brakes. Do not cheap out on tires.  Ever!!  They are the only thing connecting your car to the road.","human_ref_B":"It would help to know what car you have, but better tires will 100% make a difference. I\u2019m pretty surprised a modern car wouldn\u2019t have sufficient brakes, but do know that pedal feel does not necessary translate to braking performance. My rdx everyone hates how the brake pedal feels, honestly I couldn\u2019t care less, it stops extremely well, it just doesn\u2019t have that hard brake pedal feel Honda is known for.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11328.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9b8h5h","c_root_id_B":"i9bsqoa","created_at_utc_A":1653042991,"created_at_utc_B":1653053792,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Do tires before you do anything, that's just a general rule for all car upgrades, tires tires tires.  Next I'd try better break fluid.  Do a full flush and refill, and rebleed. If that doesn't resolve it, more aggressive pads and rotors can really make a difference and are a lot easier to change than calipers, also cheaper.  So I'd try them first.   Then if that's not enough, calipers and break lines.  Lines are unlikely to make a difference, but you're all the way in there so why the fuck not.","human_ref_B":"If your ABS kicks in, then your braking system is already stronger than the traction on your tires.  You're skidding and ABS is attempting to compensate  so you don't lose control.  You need better tires, not better brakes. Do not cheap out on tires.  Ever!!  They are the only thing connecting your car to the road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10801.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"utqyir","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"I have a boosted sedan with squishy, unresponsive brakes out of the factory. How will various upgrades help me out? My old Honda civic was way over braked and I loved it. My new car has 100 more horses, but far worse brakes. At standard speeds, a vehicle whipping out in front of me from McDonald's = hit ABS and hope not to die.  How can I make the car stop better at normal brake pedal pressures?  Currently have single piston brakes with non ceramic pads. Would changing out the system for a 4piston or 6piston make the car slow down more when I just depress the brake normally?  I cant tune the brake pedal response curve to my knowledge.  Any help or hints appreciated! PS I have conspiracy theory that the econotires it came with are bad tires and getting best tires possible might help the car stop faster. Credence to this?","c_root_id_A":"i9bsqoa","c_root_id_B":"i9bi2cd","created_at_utc_A":1653053792,"created_at_utc_B":1653048729,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If your ABS kicks in, then your braking system is already stronger than the traction on your tires.  You're skidding and ABS is attempting to compensate  so you don't lose control.  You need better tires, not better brakes. Do not cheap out on tires.  Ever!!  They are the only thing connecting your car to the road.","human_ref_B":"Can we eliminate hybrid \/ regen braking system?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5063.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"us00bp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Can I use gas octane below owner's manual at high altitude?  I recently moved to a high altitude state and the regular gas here is 85  instead of 87. I drive a 2004 Honda Accord and the owner's manual says  to never put gas in below 86. I read something online that high altitude  has less risk of knock so it is okay to put lower octane fuel in the  car. Is this true? Can I put 85 octane gas in my car even though the  owner's manual explicitly states not to? If I fill it up with 85 octane  and then travel for vacation to a low altitude place will I need to  drive it low on gas and then put a higher grade fuel in to mix before I  leave or is there another way to prepare for going back to low altitude?  Thanks for the help!","c_root_id_A":"i9114d7","c_root_id_B":"i90pink","created_at_utc_A":1652841904,"created_at_utc_B":1652836394,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You should be fine but bear in mind that if you have a car with a turbo or supercharger that you still need to use the correct octane.","human_ref_B":"It's fine. That's why 85 is available there","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5510.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"u8xc7j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Is this a good spot to attach a cable lock? Photo here  Cable runs around the frame and to the back around some bikes. Does this look like it'll interfere with anything? Cable will have no slack in it while on the road. Near the rear driver wheel. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"i5o5f5k","c_root_id_B":"i5o4eol","created_at_utc_A":1650576925,"created_at_utc_B":1650576503,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"that's wrapped around a subframe, as long as you keep tension on it and don't let it flap around to get in the way of the suspension it's fine.","human_ref_B":"Looks fine to me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":422.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"tx9j67","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How much should I pay my dad to change my brake pads and rotors? Usually he does work on my car for free but I want to make sure I give him something reasonable for this work. I drive a 2008 Buick Lucerne if that\u2019s any help.","c_root_id_A":"i3knec1","c_root_id_B":"i3kkr43","created_at_utc_A":1649210639,"created_at_utc_B":1649209481,"score_A":26,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Just spend some quality time with him. Take him out for a nice dinner and a beer","human_ref_B":"Does he have a 3\/8 cordless ratchet? Real gamechanger.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1158.0,"score_ratio":2.6}
{"post_id":"tbdiuj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I forgot to disengage the parking brake and drove for an hour. Are my brakes damaged? Im a new driver and ive been practicing driving daily, but today I got back home and discovered that my parking brake was on the entire time. I was mostly doing 15-20-30 miles. Should i be worried my brakes could fail?","c_root_id_A":"i06gy7l","c_root_id_B":"i06ndi5","created_at_utc_A":1646959059,"created_at_utc_B":1646961967,"score_A":4,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"What type of vehicle? Does it have electric parking brake?  You\u2019ve just worn down the brake pads in the rear. Brakes won\u2019t fail that easily, just go to a trusted mechanic and have it checked out. If you\u2019re not hearing a metal on metal grinding noise, then you still have pad material left so no worries.","human_ref_B":"Your parking brake pads are effed but your regular brakes are more than likely fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2908.0,"score_ratio":3.75}
{"post_id":"tbdiuj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I forgot to disengage the parking brake and drove for an hour. Are my brakes damaged? Im a new driver and ive been practicing driving daily, but today I got back home and discovered that my parking brake was on the entire time. I was mostly doing 15-20-30 miles. Should i be worried my brakes could fail?","c_root_id_A":"i06gy7l","c_root_id_B":"i06uoqz","created_at_utc_A":1646959059,"created_at_utc_B":1646965296,"score_A":4,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"What type of vehicle? Does it have electric parking brake?  You\u2019ve just worn down the brake pads in the rear. Brakes won\u2019t fail that easily, just go to a trusted mechanic and have it checked out. If you\u2019re not hearing a metal on metal grinding noise, then you still have pad material left so no worries.","human_ref_B":"Ok, I just looked it up.  Your 2004 Expedition has a drum style parking brake.  That means that it has a small set of drum brakes built into the disc brake system.  When you engage the parking brake small pads (called shoes) engage the inside of the rotor to hold the vehicle in place.  Driving with this type of parking brake engaged will in no way affect your driving brakes because it's a completely separate system.  You should be careful about trusting that parking brake until you get it checked out though.  There's a good chance you wore away the friction material on the parking brake shoe, and it's unlikely able to hold the vehicle in place on a hill.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6237.0,"score_ratio":3.25}
{"post_id":"tbdiuj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I forgot to disengage the parking brake and drove for an hour. Are my brakes damaged? Im a new driver and ive been practicing driving daily, but today I got back home and discovered that my parking brake was on the entire time. I was mostly doing 15-20-30 miles. Should i be worried my brakes could fail?","c_root_id_A":"i06uoqz","c_root_id_B":"i06t9pg","created_at_utc_A":1646965296,"created_at_utc_B":1646964643,"score_A":13,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Ok, I just looked it up.  Your 2004 Expedition has a drum style parking brake.  That means that it has a small set of drum brakes built into the disc brake system.  When you engage the parking brake small pads (called shoes) engage the inside of the rotor to hold the vehicle in place.  Driving with this type of parking brake engaged will in no way affect your driving brakes because it's a completely separate system.  You should be careful about trusting that parking brake until you get it checked out though.  There's a good chance you wore away the friction material on the parking brake shoe, and it's unlikely able to hold the vehicle in place on a hill.","human_ref_B":"Not positive on the Expedition without looking it up, but many modern vehicles have separate pads for parking\/emergency brakes and service brakes. In either case, unless you heard grinding, the worst you did was really bake your brake pads, and they're cheap to replace","labels":1,"seconds_difference":653.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"sx2upf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Is going to a wreckers a good idea to learn about cars? Near where I live there\u2019s a pull it yourself wrecker, I was thinking about going down to mess around with a car similar to mine to get a better understanding. Is this an acceptable thing to do?","c_root_id_A":"hxpw2rv","c_root_id_B":"hxpt93r","created_at_utc_A":1645374585,"created_at_utc_B":1645373433,"score_A":13,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"You pay your money to get it in. You're not under any obligation to buy anything and the vast majority of shit in there will get crushed & recycled anyway. I wouldn't hesitate to do this, or to recommend it. But do yourself a favor and go in with a goal, and focus on that goal. All that said, in consideration of the next guy who might be looking for the parts you're messing with, try to keep everything tidy and undamaged as much as you can.","human_ref_B":"I'm gonna go against the grain and say yes. These guys don't give a shit about their cars lol. We used to go to junkyards to just wander around and look for cool shit all the time. You pay admission, that's all they care about.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1152.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"smnna3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Favorite infotainment system and why? So question on choosing among all the new cars with fancy new digital infotainment systems and massive displays, which one(s) do you like the best and what particular features or services or just the look and feel made you prefer it?","c_root_id_A":"hvywvx8","c_root_id_B":"hvywd0c","created_at_utc_A":1644255535,"created_at_utc_B":1644255336,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My favorite infotainment was the Pioneer head unit with a 256GB tiny USB drive in my 2003 SVT Focus.   I could navigate the file structure I put together myself without taking my eyes off the road. It had Actual Shuffle, would let me select folders to shuffle from, and had a remote for when I would take naps in the back seat during college.","human_ref_B":"Porsche is quite good, they have enough buttons that I rarely miss one. I think the only button i somehwat often miss is skipping songs, that can only be done on the touchscreen  Volvo is tolerable but not much more than that  I found Audi to be way too cramped with all the info, and I say that as a relatively young guy","labels":1,"seconds_difference":199.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"hteg4wi","c_root_id_B":"htefly3","created_at_utc_A":1642643217,"created_at_utc_B":1642642984,"score_A":32,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"chrisfix","human_ref_B":"South Main Auto.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":233.0,"score_ratio":1.6842105263}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htej6pf","c_root_id_B":"htejcxw","created_at_utc_A":1642644568,"created_at_utc_B":1642644644,"score_A":9,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Ericthecarguy","human_ref_B":"Vice Grip Garage","labels":0,"seconds_difference":76.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htejcxw","c_root_id_B":"hteheof","created_at_utc_A":1642644644,"created_at_utc_B":1642643781,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Vice Grip Garage","human_ref_B":"Car Wizard!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":863.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"hteizrn","c_root_id_B":"htejcxw","created_at_utc_A":1642644482,"created_at_utc_B":1642644644,"score_A":6,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"There\u2019s a plunder of good car channels out there but also a lot of bullshit. Abound Scotty Kilmer - he\u2019s an old man and hasn\u2019t caught up with the times. Sometimes good advice, sometimes bad advice but I think it\u2019s all for the algorithm.  LegitStreetCars (a little click bait these days but he does do a fantastic job of explaining repairs - mostly euro), RichRebuilds (for the memes), Mighty Car Mods (wholesome Aussie car videos), Hoonigan (bro-y but their builds series are insane), Doug demuro (also memes but just skip to three minutes in for good car reviews), regular car reviews (memes again but interesting takes on older cars, community is weird though), engineering explained (feels like a shill corporate channel until you realize he reviews everything. Good channel to learn the newest tech),  There\u2019s lots more out there but these are some good channels to start with","human_ref_B":"Vice Grip Garage","labels":0,"seconds_difference":162.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htejcxw","c_root_id_B":"htejbuq","created_at_utc_A":1642644644,"created_at_utc_B":1642644631,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Vice Grip Garage","human_ref_B":"EricTheCarGuy makes good videos, but mostly Honda related since that\u2019s his specialty","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"hteheof","c_root_id_B":"htej6pf","created_at_utc_A":1642643781,"created_at_utc_B":1642644568,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Car Wizard!","human_ref_B":"Ericthecarguy","labels":0,"seconds_difference":787.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"hteizrn","c_root_id_B":"htej6pf","created_at_utc_A":1642644482,"created_at_utc_B":1642644568,"score_A":6,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"There\u2019s a plunder of good car channels out there but also a lot of bullshit. Abound Scotty Kilmer - he\u2019s an old man and hasn\u2019t caught up with the times. Sometimes good advice, sometimes bad advice but I think it\u2019s all for the algorithm.  LegitStreetCars (a little click bait these days but he does do a fantastic job of explaining repairs - mostly euro), RichRebuilds (for the memes), Mighty Car Mods (wholesome Aussie car videos), Hoonigan (bro-y but their builds series are insane), Doug demuro (also memes but just skip to three minutes in for good car reviews), regular car reviews (memes again but interesting takes on older cars, community is weird though), engineering explained (feels like a shill corporate channel until you realize he reviews everything. Good channel to learn the newest tech),  There\u2019s lots more out there but these are some good channels to start with","human_ref_B":"Ericthecarguy","labels":0,"seconds_difference":86.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htemboy","c_root_id_B":"hteheof","created_at_utc_A":1642645955,"created_at_utc_B":1642643781,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Eric at South Main Auto, Ivan of Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics, Mike with Flat Rate Master, Paul Danner aka ScannerDanner,  Brian at Fordtechmakuloco,  David at Motor city mechanic For tough diag work I add in a few others.","human_ref_B":"Car Wizard!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2174.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htejbuq","c_root_id_B":"htemboy","created_at_utc_A":1642644631,"created_at_utc_B":1642645955,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"EricTheCarGuy makes good videos, but mostly Honda related since that\u2019s his specialty","human_ref_B":"Eric at South Main Auto, Ivan of Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics, Mike with Flat Rate Master, Paul Danner aka ScannerDanner,  Brian at Fordtechmakuloco,  David at Motor city mechanic For tough diag work I add in a few others.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1324.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"hteizrn","c_root_id_B":"hteheof","created_at_utc_A":1642644482,"created_at_utc_B":1642643781,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"There\u2019s a plunder of good car channels out there but also a lot of bullshit. Abound Scotty Kilmer - he\u2019s an old man and hasn\u2019t caught up with the times. Sometimes good advice, sometimes bad advice but I think it\u2019s all for the algorithm.  LegitStreetCars (a little click bait these days but he does do a fantastic job of explaining repairs - mostly euro), RichRebuilds (for the memes), Mighty Car Mods (wholesome Aussie car videos), Hoonigan (bro-y but their builds series are insane), Doug demuro (also memes but just skip to three minutes in for good car reviews), regular car reviews (memes again but interesting takes on older cars, community is weird though), engineering explained (feels like a shill corporate channel until you realize he reviews everything. Good channel to learn the newest tech),  There\u2019s lots more out there but these are some good channels to start with","human_ref_B":"Car Wizard!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":701.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htejbuq","c_root_id_B":"htew6so","created_at_utc_A":1642644631,"created_at_utc_B":1642650343,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"EricTheCarGuy makes good videos, but mostly Honda related since that\u2019s his specialty","human_ref_B":"Humble mechanic.   He does mostly VW, but I own a VW, so that works out for me.  Pretty much every maintenance or repair I have had to do on my 2.0tsi he has a video for, and in general seems like a guy I would have a beer with.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5712.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htet4tt","c_root_id_B":"htew6so","created_at_utc_A":1642648948,"created_at_utc_B":1642650343,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Taylor Ray is entertaining and explains what he's doing really well.   Don't know if he fits the traditional \"mechanic\" tag.","human_ref_B":"Humble mechanic.   He does mostly VW, but I own a VW, so that works out for me.  Pretty much every maintenance or repair I have had to do on my 2.0tsi he has a video for, and in general seems like a guy I would have a beer with.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1395.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htfooiy","c_root_id_B":"htejbuq","created_at_utc_A":1642667123,"created_at_utc_B":1642644631,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Rainman Ray's Repairs & Customer States What!? would be my picks. Ray especially is really honest and shows when he messes up.","human_ref_B":"EricTheCarGuy makes good videos, but mostly Honda related since that\u2019s his specialty","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22492.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"s86nus","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Favorite mechanic on YouTube? I\u2019m trying to find a good honest mechanic on YouTube. Do you guys have any favorites mechanics you guys watch that you might go to for help?","c_root_id_A":"htfooiy","c_root_id_B":"htet4tt","created_at_utc_A":1642667123,"created_at_utc_B":1642648948,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Rainman Ray's Repairs & Customer States What!? would be my picks. Ray especially is really honest and shows when he messes up.","human_ref_B":"Taylor Ray is entertaining and explains what he's doing really well.   Don't know if he fits the traditional \"mechanic\" tag.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18175.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovjs5k","c_root_id_B":"hovjjpn","created_at_utc_A":1639714878,"created_at_utc_B":1639714766,"score_A":57,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Just put 87 back in it next time you fill up. All you've done is waste money on premium, didn't\/won't hurt anything.","human_ref_B":"What? No. You're fine, as long as the high octane has an alcohol content safe for your engine.   You can always put high octane in an average motor. Usually just a waste of money, though.  Edit: Also, when a station has an 89, it's literally a blend of the 87 & 91 tanks.  Edit 2: By the way, what part of the internet said this? I want to go there and look in the cages.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":112.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovjbnw","c_root_id_B":"hovjs5k","created_at_utc_A":1639714663,"created_at_utc_B":1639714878,"score_A":15,"score_B":57,"human_ref_A":"If you want, just go back to 87.  Not worth worrying about.","human_ref_B":"Just put 87 back in it next time you fill up. All you've done is waste money on premium, didn't\/won't hurt anything.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":215.0,"score_ratio":3.8}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovjq5n","c_root_id_B":"hovjs5k","created_at_utc_A":1639714852,"created_at_utc_B":1639714878,"score_A":3,"score_B":57,"human_ref_A":"It won\u2019t hurt anything. Just a waste of money.","human_ref_B":"Just put 87 back in it next time you fill up. All you've done is waste money on premium, didn't\/won't hurt anything.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26.0,"score_ratio":19.0}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovjbnw","c_root_id_B":"hovjjpn","created_at_utc_A":1639714663,"created_at_utc_B":1639714766,"score_A":15,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"If you want, just go back to 87.  Not worth worrying about.","human_ref_B":"What? No. You're fine, as long as the high octane has an alcohol content safe for your engine.   You can always put high octane in an average motor. Usually just a waste of money, though.  Edit: Also, when a station has an 89, it's literally a blend of the 87 & 91 tanks.  Edit 2: By the way, what part of the internet said this? I want to go there and look in the cages.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":103.0,"score_ratio":1.2666666667}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovnvcq","c_root_id_B":"hovjq5n","created_at_utc_A":1639716913,"created_at_utc_B":1639714852,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Also just to throw this out there. Octane ratings (87, 89, 91, etc.) is just a measurement of how temperature resistant the fuel is before it ignites. This is to prevent auto ignition (engine knock) in high compression engines, which is usually found in sport and luxury vehicles.  Putting a higher rated octane in a vehicle that doesn\u2019t need it is wasting money, full stop. The engine isn\u2019t designed to reach a compression high enough to cause regular\/lower octane rated fuel to auto ignite, hence why higher rated octane fuel isn\u2019t needed. That being said, it won\u2019t hurt your vehicle at all.","human_ref_B":"It won\u2019t hurt anything. Just a waste of money.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2061.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovkv3r","c_root_id_B":"hovnvcq","created_at_utc_A":1639715399,"created_at_utc_B":1639716913,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Step 2) drive the car","human_ref_B":"Also just to throw this out there. Octane ratings (87, 89, 91, etc.) is just a measurement of how temperature resistant the fuel is before it ignites. This is to prevent auto ignition (engine knock) in high compression engines, which is usually found in sport and luxury vehicles.  Putting a higher rated octane in a vehicle that doesn\u2019t need it is wasting money, full stop. The engine isn\u2019t designed to reach a compression high enough to cause regular\/lower octane rated fuel to auto ignite, hence why higher rated octane fuel isn\u2019t needed. That being said, it won\u2019t hurt your vehicle at all.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1514.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovsda4","c_root_id_B":"hovjq5n","created_at_utc_A":1639719419,"created_at_utc_B":1639714852,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As long as it's not diesel, and you actually put it in the gas tank instead of acting like Zoolander's friends you should be fine. Some of the more luxury cars are designed to run on higher octane fuels, but your car should say in owners manual what is best for it.","human_ref_B":"It won\u2019t hurt anything. Just a waste of money.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4567.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ri8qjr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I filled up my normal 87 gas tank with premium 91, what should i do now? I googled around internet that it's not bad to mix up with higher grade gas, but I don't know what should I do after I use up the 91 I have right now. How should I refill my tank once it's over, when can I refill it so the mixing wouldn't be bad? Should I wait until I'm really low on fuel (ex. 10 miles left) or can I start refilling a bit earlier?","c_root_id_A":"hovkv3r","c_root_id_B":"hovsda4","created_at_utc_A":1639715399,"created_at_utc_B":1639719419,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Step 2) drive the car","human_ref_B":"As long as it's not diesel, and you actually put it in the gas tank instead of acting like Zoolander's friends you should be fine. Some of the more luxury cars are designed to run on higher octane fuels, but your car should say in owners manual what is best for it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4020.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"qmmmtw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.76,"history":"I\u2019m so bored of my car. It feels like it\u2019s too slow. How do I make it feel faster? Like it feels like I have to put too much effort into pushing the gas peddle down to make it go fast. Not sure if that makes sense. Would a tune up help? It just feels slow. Also it starts to get pretty loud once I go past 40mph. This wouldnt be a problem if I didn\u2019t have to spend nearly 2 hours in my car everyday driving to and from work. I spend so much time in my car that it\u2019s hard to ignore how much I dislike it. It\u2019s a 2007 Ford Fusion with 186,000 miles on it. I had to get AC fixed, brakes pads, I had replaced the suspension parts, and got brand new tires. The car rides pretty smooth now but it just feels boring driving it for some reason. It\u2019s hard to explain. I want something different but after spending a pretty decent amount fixing the car it would seem silly to go and replace it with a different car which I don\u2019t even currently have the money for. I just wish the car was newer and didn\u2019t feel so slow.","c_root_id_A":"hjb4axh","c_root_id_B":"hjbi0ml","created_at_utc_A":1636047696,"created_at_utc_B":1636053085,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You bought it 3 months ago. It already had ~175kmi on it. It needed a bunch of repairs.  Is all that correct info?","human_ref_B":"Don\u2019t mod it. Save up or trade it for a turbo car. A 2013 focus or fiesta ST shouldn\u2019t be too much more.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5389.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"qf0zlk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What car takes the longest to make? (Guess it\u2019s a luxury car?)","c_root_id_A":"hhwxyac","c_root_id_B":"hhxg3ov","created_at_utc_A":1635112731,"created_at_utc_B":1635121532,"score_A":6,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Outside fully bespoke stuff \/ restorations \/ restomods I'd suggest Morgan may be the *slowest* \"production\" car what with the hand-built wooden chassis and all.  A very custom \/ top end Rolls Royce may also consume the most hours of labour given they will happily commission a London jeweller to spend hundreds of hours glueing diamonds to your dashboard, have bespoke cabinetry constructed with your family crest on it and get a man with a very steady hand to custom-pinstripe the paint job to match your mega-yacht.  Whether that counts as \"production\" I'm not sure, they've got a production line but outside the regular mechanical assembly of the base vehicle the rest of the thing is very custom.","human_ref_B":"Any hand built cars, something like a Rolls Royce","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8801.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"qf0zlk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What car takes the longest to make? (Guess it\u2019s a luxury car?)","c_root_id_A":"hhxg3ov","c_root_id_B":"hhx7pbi","created_at_utc_A":1635121532,"created_at_utc_B":1635117297,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Any hand built cars, something like a Rolls Royce","human_ref_B":"A hotrod, since they are never really finished.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4235.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"qf0zlk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What car takes the longest to make? (Guess it\u2019s a luxury car?)","c_root_id_A":"hhy4bee","c_root_id_B":"hhy4qzq","created_at_utc_A":1635134274,"created_at_utc_B":1635134543,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"RR, aston marton, bentley. as they are all hand assembled","human_ref_B":"A kit car! It has to take a minimum of 300 man hours, to be called a kit car, and there's usually only one man to do the houring, on weekends and evenings.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":269.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qdtjbj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What are some affordable turbocharged SUV's that are fairly tunable? Some candidates I have in mind are the Ford Escape because it has either the 1.6 or 2.0L ecoboost and the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and the Kia Sportage because they have the 2.0 turbo out of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Meanwhile, the 1.6 in the Escape is very similar to the engine in the Fiesta ST  Are there any other cars I should know about in this category?","c_root_id_A":"hhow95c","c_root_id_B":"hhow3wz","created_at_utc_A":1634951029,"created_at_utc_B":1634950954,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"X3 35i; tons of tunes and aftermarket parts for that engine, can get 450hp with a few bolts ons and either piggyback or obd tune options","human_ref_B":"Volvo Xc40 t6","labels":1,"seconds_difference":75.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qc84i9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How do I get a major dealership to stick to their promises? Hi all,  So earlier this month I bought a new car from a reputable dealership here in St. Louis - It all went smooth and the trade-in was successful.  The next day, the dealership calls me and tells me that they \"looked at the wrong\" lender and that I needed to come back in and correct paperwork since the lender was now different than when I walked out the door, fine no problem.  I then decide that I didn't want the extended warranty that I got and literally attempt to cancel 3 days after, dealership says ok, will send out paperwork to the lender and it's been 3 weeks now and Capital One is saying they still don't have the cancellation paperwork.  Yesterday, I get my title in the mail and of course, it has the wrong lien on there since the first mix up.  Dealership keeps giving empty promises that they will complete things but apparently the finance guy \"keeps forgetting\" and now the one single call that I make every 3 days just to check up on if things are getting completed, are just getting rerouted to voicemail and I'm not hearing anything back.  Does anyone know what else can be done? Do I talk to a higher up manager?  How do I actually get a dealership to cancel the warranty? Capital One told me that they couldn't do anything without them.  Also, since the lien is incorrect on the title that I got, is this the dealerships responsibility to correct or the DMV?  All help is appreciated!","c_root_id_A":"hhegp1x","c_root_id_B":"hheee6h","created_at_utc_A":1634758988,"created_at_utc_B":1634758099,"score_A":10,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Go there in person and tell them you want to unwind the deal.  That should light a fire under them.","human_ref_B":"Time for a lawyer.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":889.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"q5t8xl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"any way to improve mpg on a rotary? Specifically, the 12a from the FB RX-7 *(the later EFI version)*. Any specific fuel system\/injectors, or improvement to the car as whole that can contribute to better mpg.","c_root_id_A":"hg7ybjx","c_root_id_B":"hg853fc","created_at_utc_A":1633954954,"created_at_utc_B":1633958759,"score_A":13,"score_B":39,"human_ref_A":"Shedding weight is the cheapest and easiest way to improve fuel economy.  Your driving habits (how fast you accelerate, do you typically drive over the speed limit vs under it) is an even bigger potential factor. Changing your driving habits to be more conservative can bump you up by as much as 30%","human_ref_B":"If fuel economy is a concern, then an RX-7 is not for you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3805.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"q5t8xl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"any way to improve mpg on a rotary? Specifically, the 12a from the FB RX-7 *(the later EFI version)*. Any specific fuel system\/injectors, or improvement to the car as whole that can contribute to better mpg.","c_root_id_A":"hg7wkdt","c_root_id_B":"hg853fc","created_at_utc_A":1633953830,"created_at_utc_B":1633958759,"score_A":6,"score_B":39,"human_ref_A":"Basically, no. Fuel isn't only used for spark. It's also used for cooling. I mean, theoretically you could make it run lean, but you'd be destroying the engine.","human_ref_B":"If fuel economy is a concern, then an RX-7 is not for you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4929.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"q5t8xl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"any way to improve mpg on a rotary? Specifically, the 12a from the FB RX-7 *(the later EFI version)*. Any specific fuel system\/injectors, or improvement to the car as whole that can contribute to better mpg.","c_root_id_A":"hg7ybjx","c_root_id_B":"hg7wkdt","created_at_utc_A":1633954954,"created_at_utc_B":1633953830,"score_A":13,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Shedding weight is the cheapest and easiest way to improve fuel economy.  Your driving habits (how fast you accelerate, do you typically drive over the speed limit vs under it) is an even bigger potential factor. Changing your driving habits to be more conservative can bump you up by as much as 30%","human_ref_B":"Basically, no. Fuel isn't only used for spark. It's also used for cooling. I mean, theoretically you could make it run lean, but you'd be destroying the engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1124.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"pvy0tg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"I have a 2001 Honda Accord do you think I could drive it for a 2 hour trip? So I planning to do a mini trip for myself. I have 2001 Honda Accord. I feel like it\u2019s in good condition just changed my breaks I do need to do an oil change on it but other than that it\u2019s in good condition. I\u2019ve had it since July 2017 so 5 years. Do you think it\u2019ll handle a 2 hour drive? It\u2019s going to have a break because I\u2019m staying over night then coming back the next day. What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"hedbgeh","c_root_id_B":"hedbgn6","created_at_utc_A":1632677360,"created_at_utc_B":1632677362,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Yes? A well maintained 01 Accord isn't the kind of vehicle I'd really question on most trips. Cross country or something I'd maybe put some thought into it.  I drive an 03 Toyota with over 236k miles on it 2+ hours fairly regularly and don't think about it","human_ref_B":"There's really no way for anyone to say for sure without seeing it in person and inspecting it but a 2 hour drive isn't a lot. You know your car better than us and if it's been running well for the past 5 years, there's no reason to think it won't make the trip. And 2001 Honda Accords are known for being very reliable.   Do you have some type of road-side coverage just in case? I recommend all drivers have something like AAA just for peace of mind. You could hit a big rock or pothole and blow a tire, or if you have a mechanical failure, it will make sure you can get it towed to a shop.  I would also try to change the oil first if it's overdue but I wouldn't cancel my trip if there was no way to get it done in time. And plan better in the future ;)  Enjoy your trip","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pq6d20","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What\u2019s this mysterious button under left side of steering wheel? Honda Civic 2017 https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/51vKBZ8  I pressed it a few times and nothing happened. No visible logo or text. Bought the car used.","c_root_id_A":"hd91usr","c_root_id_B":"hd8r2ww","created_at_utc_A":1631910819,"created_at_utc_B":1631906247,"score_A":17,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Ejecto seato cuzzzzz","human_ref_B":"something aftermarket. i highly doubt its a gps tracker because they usually dont have buttons and are hidden. could be a kill switch, that the previous owner disabled before trading in.  it kind of just looks like a small led light tho fr loll.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4572.0,"score_ratio":2.8333333333}
{"post_id":"pq6d20","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What\u2019s this mysterious button under left side of steering wheel? Honda Civic 2017 https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/51vKBZ8  I pressed it a few times and nothing happened. No visible logo or text. Bought the car used.","c_root_id_A":"hd8opwk","c_root_id_B":"hd91usr","created_at_utc_A":1631905229,"created_at_utc_B":1631910819,"score_A":6,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Someone's garage door opener?","human_ref_B":"Ejecto seato cuzzzzz","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5590.0,"score_ratio":2.8333333333}
{"post_id":"pq6d20","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What\u2019s this mysterious button under left side of steering wheel? Honda Civic 2017 https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/51vKBZ8  I pressed it a few times and nothing happened. No visible logo or text. Bought the car used.","c_root_id_A":"hd9p1b6","c_root_id_B":"hd94iec","created_at_utc_A":1631921404,"created_at_utc_B":1631911960,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Looks like a controller for shitty aftermarket lights.","human_ref_B":"Unknown aftermarket something or other.  You're going to have to trace the wire and just see where it goes.  Depending on where it goes, you're looking at a 1 to perhaps 3 beer project.  Good luck, and keep us posted!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9444.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"nximgh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"2014 Jeep Patriot 200,000 miles on it he's asking 5 grand what do you think? \ud83d\ude02 \ud83d\ude02","c_root_id_A":"h1g9hir","c_root_id_B":"h1fdfh4","created_at_utc_A":1623447499,"created_at_utc_B":1623433137,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"where'd he find a 200,000 mile hill to roll it down?","human_ref_B":"Tell em he's dreamin","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14362.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nximgh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"2014 Jeep Patriot 200,000 miles on it he's asking 5 grand what do you think? \ud83d\ude02 \ud83d\ude02","c_root_id_A":"h1fxxg1","c_root_id_B":"h1g9hir","created_at_utc_A":1623442162,"created_at_utc_B":1623447499,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Stay away !","human_ref_B":"where'd he find a 200,000 mile hill to roll it down?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5337.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nximgh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"2014 Jeep Patriot 200,000 miles on it he's asking 5 grand what do you think? \ud83d\ude02 \ud83d\ude02","c_root_id_A":"h1g9hir","c_root_id_B":"h1g81oz","created_at_utc_A":1623447499,"created_at_utc_B":1623446812,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"where'd he find a 200,000 mile hill to roll it down?","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m impressed that it went that far","labels":1,"seconds_difference":687.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"nn0222","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Looking to buy 2nd car. I found a used Mazda and some other deals, which are are good?    I just graduated college and looking to buy my 2nd car since I sold my first one. I found a Mazda 2011 Mazda 3 i sport with 82K miles at a dealership for $7500. Would this be a good deal?  Some other options I found: A 2009 Honda Civic LX with 82K miles for 7000$. A Toyota Yaris Base 4D with 130K miles for 5500$. A 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV with 108K miles for $4600. A 2012 Toyota Prius C 4 with 120K miles for $7000.  Do you think these are good deals? Which one you think is the best?  I bought my first car from a private seller 2 years ago. It was a 2004 elantra GT. I bought it for 1800$ and sold it after 2 years of use for 2000$. However, since I am spending more money now, I would rather buy it at a dealership even though its more expensive but its less risky.","c_root_id_A":"gzs7866","c_root_id_B":"gzs68wy","created_at_utc_A":1622223584,"created_at_utc_B":1622223158,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The best things you can do is do a ton of research on the cars themselves, the history of the cars, and the problems that each car has. Would you rather own a Prius owned by a 16 year old or a Versa owned by an 80 year old? Find a mechanic, pay them to do a 100+ point inspection (and make sure they actually do it, it shouldn't cost more than half an hours labor) and then decide what you like the best, what is in your price range, and cost-of-ownership in the time frame your looking to own each car for. Don't trust the dealerships mechanic. Not saying there bad, just saying they can miss things that can cost you hundreds or thousands of dollars. It's an investment, get a 2nd opinion.  I wish you luck with your purchase!","human_ref_B":"Where do you live? (approx.) - if you live somewhere that cars rust easily, the Mazda may not be the best choice. I agree with u\/mopar39426ml's ranking, but if you're in, say, the northeast US, I'd move the Mazda down to 3 or 4.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":426.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"nn0222","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Looking to buy 2nd car. I found a used Mazda and some other deals, which are are good?    I just graduated college and looking to buy my 2nd car since I sold my first one. I found a Mazda 2011 Mazda 3 i sport with 82K miles at a dealership for $7500. Would this be a good deal?  Some other options I found: A 2009 Honda Civic LX with 82K miles for 7000$. A Toyota Yaris Base 4D with 130K miles for 5500$. A 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV with 108K miles for $4600. A 2012 Toyota Prius C 4 with 120K miles for $7000.  Do you think these are good deals? Which one you think is the best?  I bought my first car from a private seller 2 years ago. It was a 2004 elantra GT. I bought it for 1800$ and sold it after 2 years of use for 2000$. However, since I am spending more money now, I would rather buy it at a dealership even though its more expensive but its less risky.","c_root_id_A":"gzs68wy","c_root_id_B":"gzrv7dh","created_at_utc_A":1622223158,"created_at_utc_B":1622218428,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Where do you live? (approx.) - if you live somewhere that cars rust easily, the Mazda may not be the best choice. I agree with u\/mopar39426ml's ranking, but if you're in, say, the northeast US, I'd move the Mazda down to 3 or 4.","human_ref_B":"I'd go for the Mazda, seems like your best deal.  I have a 2008 3 with the 2.3l, and it's a blast to drive. The handling is superb, build quality and interior were great.   Have you test driven them all?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4730.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"nn0222","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Looking to buy 2nd car. I found a used Mazda and some other deals, which are are good?    I just graduated college and looking to buy my 2nd car since I sold my first one. I found a Mazda 2011 Mazda 3 i sport with 82K miles at a dealership for $7500. Would this be a good deal?  Some other options I found: A 2009 Honda Civic LX with 82K miles for 7000$. A Toyota Yaris Base 4D with 130K miles for 5500$. A 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV with 108K miles for $4600. A 2012 Toyota Prius C 4 with 120K miles for $7000.  Do you think these are good deals? Which one you think is the best?  I bought my first car from a private seller 2 years ago. It was a 2004 elantra GT. I bought it for 1800$ and sold it after 2 years of use for 2000$. However, since I am spending more money now, I would rather buy it at a dealership even though its more expensive but its less risky.","c_root_id_A":"gzs7866","c_root_id_B":"gzrv7dh","created_at_utc_A":1622223584,"created_at_utc_B":1622218428,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The best things you can do is do a ton of research on the cars themselves, the history of the cars, and the problems that each car has. Would you rather own a Prius owned by a 16 year old or a Versa owned by an 80 year old? Find a mechanic, pay them to do a 100+ point inspection (and make sure they actually do it, it shouldn't cost more than half an hours labor) and then decide what you like the best, what is in your price range, and cost-of-ownership in the time frame your looking to own each car for. Don't trust the dealerships mechanic. Not saying there bad, just saying they can miss things that can cost you hundreds or thousands of dollars. It's an investment, get a 2nd opinion.  I wish you luck with your purchase!","human_ref_B":"I'd go for the Mazda, seems like your best deal.  I have a 2008 3 with the 2.3l, and it's a blast to drive. The handling is superb, build quality and interior were great.   Have you test driven them all?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5156.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"miww1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Am I getting ripped off on airbag replacement? So, I have a 1996 Toyota Camry. I bought it used and both airbags had been deployed prior to purchasing it. I've owned it for a goodly number of years, so I'm thinking about finally biting the bullet and getting the airbags replaced with the stimulus money. I called the local dealership and the quoted price for driver and passenger front airbags was $2600 total. Is that a fair price, or am I getting ripped off? If I'm getting ripped off, is there any type of place I should be looking to get it done instead?","c_root_id_A":"gt7af1g","c_root_id_B":"gt7m0nr","created_at_utc_A":1617413286,"created_at_utc_B":1617420285,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I mean you could probably sourced a used one but $1300 for each, new, through the dealership is not unreasonable. Airbags are mostly made by the same manufacturers so you\u2019ll see their prices be fairly consistent across brands","human_ref_B":"You're getting hosed, BIG TIME.   That job should not be more than $250 in labor, and you can get some used (undeployed) airbags that shouldn't cost more than $500.    Prices may vary due to your region, but do not pay $2,600.  Is your car even worth that much?      Find a good independent shop; there's no reason to be taking a 20+ year old car to the dealership.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6999.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"miww1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Am I getting ripped off on airbag replacement? So, I have a 1996 Toyota Camry. I bought it used and both airbags had been deployed prior to purchasing it. I've owned it for a goodly number of years, so I'm thinking about finally biting the bullet and getting the airbags replaced with the stimulus money. I called the local dealership and the quoted price for driver and passenger front airbags was $2600 total. Is that a fair price, or am I getting ripped off? If I'm getting ripped off, is there any type of place I should be looking to get it done instead?","c_root_id_A":"gt84k85","c_root_id_B":"gt8qgj3","created_at_utc_A":1617435179,"created_at_utc_B":1617455668,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Yes you're getting ripped off at 2600 but airbags are expensive, honestly you could probably buy another 90's camry for less than replacing your airbags at a shop, let alone at the dealer. If you're mechanically inclined I'd buy another camry and turn two mediocre vehicles into one impressively modest vehicle. Then you can send the gutted one to scrap and get $100-300 back for your trouble, plus have a few boxes of spare parts around for the next time something breaks.","human_ref_B":"OP is asked whether the quote from dealerships is fair.  Several \"experts\" decided it's overpriced because you can get used airbags for less.  No shit Sherlocks, used is always cheaper than new. But that was not the question.  For OP, you can have this done professionally, how it should be done, in which case the $2600 sounds about right. Or you can have this done cheap. It's your call how much you want to cheap out on safety equipment.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20489.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"miww1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Am I getting ripped off on airbag replacement? So, I have a 1996 Toyota Camry. I bought it used and both airbags had been deployed prior to purchasing it. I've owned it for a goodly number of years, so I'm thinking about finally biting the bullet and getting the airbags replaced with the stimulus money. I called the local dealership and the quoted price for driver and passenger front airbags was $2600 total. Is that a fair price, or am I getting ripped off? If I'm getting ripped off, is there any type of place I should be looking to get it done instead?","c_root_id_A":"gt8qgj3","c_root_id_B":"gt8c6e6","created_at_utc_A":1617455668,"created_at_utc_B":1617443326,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"OP is asked whether the quote from dealerships is fair.  Several \"experts\" decided it's overpriced because you can get used airbags for less.  No shit Sherlocks, used is always cheaper than new. But that was not the question.  For OP, you can have this done professionally, how it should be done, in which case the $2600 sounds about right. Or you can have this done cheap. It's your call how much you want to cheap out on safety equipment.","human_ref_B":"Don't spend $2600 on a $1000 car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12342.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"miww1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Am I getting ripped off on airbag replacement? So, I have a 1996 Toyota Camry. I bought it used and both airbags had been deployed prior to purchasing it. I've owned it for a goodly number of years, so I'm thinking about finally biting the bullet and getting the airbags replaced with the stimulus money. I called the local dealership and the quoted price for driver and passenger front airbags was $2600 total. Is that a fair price, or am I getting ripped off? If I'm getting ripped off, is there any type of place I should be looking to get it done instead?","c_root_id_A":"gt7af1g","c_root_id_B":"gt8qgj3","created_at_utc_A":1617413286,"created_at_utc_B":1617455668,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I mean you could probably sourced a used one but $1300 for each, new, through the dealership is not unreasonable. Airbags are mostly made by the same manufacturers so you\u2019ll see their prices be fairly consistent across brands","human_ref_B":"OP is asked whether the quote from dealerships is fair.  Several \"experts\" decided it's overpriced because you can get used airbags for less.  No shit Sherlocks, used is always cheaper than new. But that was not the question.  For OP, you can have this done professionally, how it should be done, in which case the $2600 sounds about right. Or you can have this done cheap. It's your call how much you want to cheap out on safety equipment.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":42382.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"miww1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Am I getting ripped off on airbag replacement? So, I have a 1996 Toyota Camry. I bought it used and both airbags had been deployed prior to purchasing it. I've owned it for a goodly number of years, so I'm thinking about finally biting the bullet and getting the airbags replaced with the stimulus money. I called the local dealership and the quoted price for driver and passenger front airbags was $2600 total. Is that a fair price, or am I getting ripped off? If I'm getting ripped off, is there any type of place I should be looking to get it done instead?","c_root_id_A":"gt7af1g","c_root_id_B":"gt84k85","created_at_utc_A":1617413286,"created_at_utc_B":1617435179,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I mean you could probably sourced a used one but $1300 for each, new, through the dealership is not unreasonable. Airbags are mostly made by the same manufacturers so you\u2019ll see their prices be fairly consistent across brands","human_ref_B":"Yes you're getting ripped off at 2600 but airbags are expensive, honestly you could probably buy another 90's camry for less than replacing your airbags at a shop, let alone at the dealer. If you're mechanically inclined I'd buy another camry and turn two mediocre vehicles into one impressively modest vehicle. Then you can send the gutted one to scrap and get $100-300 back for your trouble, plus have a few boxes of spare parts around for the next time something breaks.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21893.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"miww1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Am I getting ripped off on airbag replacement? So, I have a 1996 Toyota Camry. I bought it used and both airbags had been deployed prior to purchasing it. I've owned it for a goodly number of years, so I'm thinking about finally biting the bullet and getting the airbags replaced with the stimulus money. I called the local dealership and the quoted price for driver and passenger front airbags was $2600 total. Is that a fair price, or am I getting ripped off? If I'm getting ripped off, is there any type of place I should be looking to get it done instead?","c_root_id_A":"gt7af1g","c_root_id_B":"gt8c6e6","created_at_utc_A":1617413286,"created_at_utc_B":1617443326,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I mean you could probably sourced a used one but $1300 for each, new, through the dealership is not unreasonable. Airbags are mostly made by the same manufacturers so you\u2019ll see their prices be fairly consistent across brands","human_ref_B":"Don't spend $2600 on a $1000 car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30040.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"mfoqlw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"High Mileage Oil vs. Full Synthetic vs. Conventional Oil. Which is better for my car?  I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla, 3-speed automatic. It currently has 96k miles. Bought it in May '19 with 87.4k mi. According to Carfax, it had 4 owners (1st \"owner\" on a 3 yr lease) and periods of storage waiting to be sold. I assume owners did average use, regular oil changes unknown. The car had an oil leak but was quickly fixed. Oil consumption appears normal. Which is better, regular oil, high mileage type, full synthetic, or part synthetic?","c_root_id_A":"gspmolc","c_root_id_B":"gspemri","created_at_utc_A":1617040675,"created_at_utc_B":1617037079,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If you're doing your own work, its about the same price so you might as well do synthetic. Shops generally charge significantly more for full synthetic.  Personally I wouldn't waste any extra money on synthetic oil keeping a 20 year old indestructible car running. Conventional is fine.","human_ref_B":"High mileage full synthetic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3596.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"l1t0k9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Tips for finding a car that was sold years ago? Long story short I've been trying to find a car my dad sold around 5 or 6 years ago. He's mentioned regretting selling it and I'd love to get it back for him. He's changed phones since then so doesn't have the phone number for the guy that bought it or his name or anything. Don't have the vin anymore and the single photo I have it's too hard to make out the license plate either. The car in question  is a 1978 jeep cherokee with a factory installed winch. I already tried joining some local facebook groups and posting there but haven't had any luck. Anyone who's tried hunting down a car have any tips to share?","c_root_id_A":"gk1hnkt","c_root_id_B":"gk1gtm0","created_at_utc_A":1611215412,"created_at_utc_B":1611214626,"score_A":13,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Check with the dmv or MVA if you are in Maryland, for his past registered vehicles. You should be able to get a Vin, then autocheck\/carfax to see the last registration state","human_ref_B":"Following this because i'm still looking for my old Miata i had to sell :)  I've actually stumbled upon it once in the classifieds but didn't have the $ at that time either. I guess by the time i find it they'll have gone up in price so much i won't be able to afford it once again :D  I'm rooting for you finding that car for your dad!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":786.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"l1t0k9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Tips for finding a car that was sold years ago? Long story short I've been trying to find a car my dad sold around 5 or 6 years ago. He's mentioned regretting selling it and I'd love to get it back for him. He's changed phones since then so doesn't have the phone number for the guy that bought it or his name or anything. Don't have the vin anymore and the single photo I have it's too hard to make out the license plate either. The car in question  is a 1978 jeep cherokee with a factory installed winch. I already tried joining some local facebook groups and posting there but haven't had any luck. Anyone who's tried hunting down a car have any tips to share?","c_root_id_A":"gk1w1pr","c_root_id_B":"gk1gtm0","created_at_utc_A":1611229570,"created_at_utc_B":1611214626,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Before springing fully into action, be aware that \"old dads\" say a lot of things that they don't really mean.  He might have simply been waxing nostalgic.  \\- old dad  ps, however, if he said \"1958 Corvette\" he probably would really like one of those.","human_ref_B":"Following this because i'm still looking for my old Miata i had to sell :)  I've actually stumbled upon it once in the classifieds but didn't have the $ at that time either. I guess by the time i find it they'll have gone up in price so much i won't be able to afford it once again :D  I'm rooting for you finding that car for your dad!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14944.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"l1t0k9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Tips for finding a car that was sold years ago? Long story short I've been trying to find a car my dad sold around 5 or 6 years ago. He's mentioned regretting selling it and I'd love to get it back for him. He's changed phones since then so doesn't have the phone number for the guy that bought it or his name or anything. Don't have the vin anymore and the single photo I have it's too hard to make out the license plate either. The car in question  is a 1978 jeep cherokee with a factory installed winch. I already tried joining some local facebook groups and posting there but haven't had any luck. Anyone who's tried hunting down a car have any tips to share?","c_root_id_A":"gk1vfby","c_root_id_B":"gk1w1pr","created_at_utc_A":1611228993,"created_at_utc_B":1611229570,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Bro call the old dealer you went to, they\u2019ll have the vin on file!","human_ref_B":"Before springing fully into action, be aware that \"old dads\" say a lot of things that they don't really mean.  He might have simply been waxing nostalgic.  \\- old dad  ps, however, if he said \"1958 Corvette\" he probably would really like one of those.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":577.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"kplpf4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Loss of traction on fairly new tyres? I have changed to new tires in March last year. Everything was well until recently in December last year, I realized I lose grip more easily than before during rainy days. I oversteer more frequently when turning and since my car has no ABS or any other safety systems, my wheel also tends to lockup quite easily when braking recently.  Everything about the wheel looks fine and it was aligned and balanced when I replaced all 4 of the tyres last year.   Any ideas\/suggestions?","c_root_id_A":"ghym6ca","c_root_id_B":"gi037mp","created_at_utc_A":1609688628,"created_at_utc_B":1609712622,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Without knowing which tires you're coming from and which ones you have now it's kinda hard to tell why performance has changed.  Some tires are really good in warm and dry conditions but really (some like cut slicks really, really) bad in cold and wet conditions. That again can be due to the rubber compound and\/or the tread pattern. Those could be reasons but as i said, hard to tell without further information.","human_ref_B":"Temperature has dropped as it's winter so maybe you are noticing loss of traction from temperature?  Also those tires are made for long lasting durability and high mileage. Not exactly performance tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23994.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"kplpf4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Loss of traction on fairly new tyres? I have changed to new tires in March last year. Everything was well until recently in December last year, I realized I lose grip more easily than before during rainy days. I oversteer more frequently when turning and since my car has no ABS or any other safety systems, my wheel also tends to lockup quite easily when braking recently.  Everything about the wheel looks fine and it was aligned and balanced when I replaced all 4 of the tyres last year.   Any ideas\/suggestions?","c_root_id_A":"gi035zf","c_root_id_B":"gi037mp","created_at_utc_A":1609712609,"created_at_utc_B":1609712622,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Temperature has dropped as it's winter so maybe you are noticing loss of traction from temperature?","human_ref_B":"Temperature has dropped as it's winter so maybe you are noticing loss of traction from temperature?  Also those tires are made for long lasting durability and high mileage. Not exactly performance tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kplpf4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Loss of traction on fairly new tyres? I have changed to new tires in March last year. Everything was well until recently in December last year, I realized I lose grip more easily than before during rainy days. I oversteer more frequently when turning and since my car has no ABS or any other safety systems, my wheel also tends to lockup quite easily when braking recently.  Everything about the wheel looks fine and it was aligned and balanced when I replaced all 4 of the tyres last year.   Any ideas\/suggestions?","c_root_id_A":"gi0qn00","c_root_id_B":"gi035zf","created_at_utc_A":1609723942,"created_at_utc_B":1609712609,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Speculation here:  Maybe the tires's compound has just hardened up after a year's worth of use. Couple that with colder temps and the tires just aren't as grippy as they once were. Especially true now most car tires are marketed as high mileage low rolling resistance tires(low grip tires basically) and that's basically what you get. Cheap off-brand China\/SE Asia made tires all actually do quite well in the dry. It's in the wet they suffer huge performance loss. Not saying your tire is a cheap knock off whatever, but it could be the rubber compound has become hard.  If you're locking up your wheels easily when wet under normal wet weather driving, and not just under panic stops, then I would suggest you change your tires as they're now basically unsafe in the wet now.","human_ref_B":"Temperature has dropped as it's winter so maybe you are noticing loss of traction from temperature?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11333.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k7s4oy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Plastic Windows &\/or Aluminum Panel for Sunroof & Windows of an already Heavily Modified Lexus GX 460? So I have a Lexus GX460 & I\u2019ve sunk close to ~$20k into her after purchase. It has come to my attention that I\u2019m in desperate need of weight savings. I already decided a long time ago that I would delete my sunroof with an aluminum panel but I\u2019m curious if anyone thinks plastic is better. If you think plastic is better, please specify the composition & thickness of the specific kind of plastic you have in mind.   The plan:  The plan is to clear up as much unnecessary weight as possible to make room for extra fuel, budget ignored. My goal is to be able to push the GX to ~700mi range. I have already committed to the vehicle being a dedicated 2 seater so every window & the parts associated with the window behind the driver seats is also fair game at this point.   Sunroof \u2014 I decided I wanted to remove this a long time ago when I disconnected the fuse in an attempt to prevent glass breaking from opening the sunroof due a lack of clearance between my oem roof rack with accessories. Nowadays I have a Front Runner roof rack so the sunroof is usable but still totally pointless. It\u2019s 100% deadweight & desperately needs to be deleted. I plan to have the motor & glass removed together. The sliding panel will have to stay with the headliner since that\u2019s too much of a pain in the ass to replace. If I go with plastic, I\u2019ll likely still be able to still see out of the sunroof & maybe it might weigh less. So it\u2019s still there but it just doesn\u2019t slide open anymore. If I go with aluminum, I will be tempted to spray foam between the sunroof cover & the sunroof. If I don\u2019t spray foam, I\u2019ll make an organizer or mounting panel or something wild out of it.   Windshield & front row windows \u2014 I see the benefits of this clearly. Theft prevention. It\u2019s the single most amazing benefit I can have in a vehicle like this. These things are always being broken into & the anxiety of leaving this in a parking lot alone is not fun to deal with. It would be a burden taken off my shoulders to know that this can be prevented. The major concerns for me are passenger safety & police interactions.   Second row windows \u2014 I deleted the seats so I really don\u2019t give a fuck. Anymore but I would like to have a vent & bug screen so I can at least have ventilation on hot nights as I will be sleeping in the back regularly at some point.   Third row side windows \u2014 definitely aluminum here. On the driver side, I have a ladder & feet kick this window all the time. I fear it may break someday. On the other side, I have a shower tent  & I plan to mount an aluminum box to hold shower supplies.   Trunk window \u2014 I\u2019m torn. On one hand I want an aluminum panel that lifts up like the oem glass does so I can mount stuff to it. On the other hand, I\u2019m open to going with plastic window to retain the ability to have a view while cooking but this would certainly require a spoiler delete which is another pain in the ass on its own.    My concerns:  1. Long-term weather resistance \u2014 I\u2019m not sure how well plastic will resist harsh weather like snow, ice, & rain. I also plan to sleep inside so this is important to me. I\u2019m sure aluminum is probably ideal for this but how good can plastic be for this application? How long will it last? I plan to keep this vehicle for another 15 years minimum & it\u2019s going to be outside every day until then.   2. Insulation \u2014 I\u2019m concerned with the installation properties of both aluminum & most plastics. How much of a difference will it make? Will the ac never be enough? (I\u2019d be so screwed if the ac ever fails but this is why I\u2019m glad it\u2019s a Toyota)  3. Break-ins \u2014 I\u2019m less concerned & more just wondering about wether or not this will simply drive a thief to my front seats or if they will be tempted to cut through the plastic in an attempt to bypass the alarm (which I\u2019m sure is somehow connected to the window). I already drive an expensive vehicle & it\u2019s a big, modified expensive vehicle so it\u2019s easily seen & an easy target for thieves. If I solve this problem, It would be the most amazing troll ever! It has already happened to me in this car once. Hopefully never again.   4. Passenger Safety \u2014 This is the sole reason I do not wish to modify the windows around the driver seat. I\u2019m concerned that if I\u2019m sinking in water, I will not be able to break the seal & get out as easily. Ideally, if I\u2019m doing this to the driver seats too, I want to be able to pop the window out in an emergency from the inside but have it be an impossible endeavor from the outside, trolling thieves to no end. If this can be done, I suppose I will have killed 2 birds with 1 stone, though I\u2019m unsure if this can be done without being obviously penetrable. But if the front windows are plastic, this may create concern 5  5. Police interactions \u2014 if I have plastic windows all around with no vent or form of passing documents or dialogue to the officer, it may put me at greater risk of being shot, harassed, or arrested. Officers often perceive unprovoked door opening as a threatening or aggressive action. There\u2019s an excellent reason they want you to stay inside unless they arrest you; they need to assert physical control to ensure the situation goes as they please. I wonder if there is a way of avoiding this concern without worsening the likelihood of water seeping through the slot or the window being yanked off by a not-so-dumb thief   Is this genius or stupidity? You tell me. I care more about range than about windows. Is there something else I should delete first? Am I missing anything? Let me know your thoughts please","c_root_id_A":"getzq59","c_root_id_B":"geteyjv","created_at_utc_A":1607264688,"created_at_utc_B":1607254636,"score_A":12,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Besides hitting 700 miles what is your goal for the vehicle? Removing the windows with lighter replacements will ultimately net you a less than noticeable mpg increase. Definitely not with the time, money, loss of vision, and loss of comfort. Honestly that roof rack is doing more harm than good. It ruins the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle and adds a ton of weight.  If range is your ultimate goal look into expanded fuel tanks. Running a secondary fuel cell inside the vehicle is not really an option because it would need to be in a separate compartment  Also not to be bashing your ability but you mention a spoiler delete is a pain in the ass. If that really is the case, deleting all the windows and fabing up aluminum replacements seems like it\u2019s a bit out of your skill range and you really shouldn\u2019t attempt it","human_ref_B":"Please post pictures of this vehicle. Im deadly curious.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10052.0,"score_ratio":1.0909090909}
{"post_id":"k7s4oy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Plastic Windows &\/or Aluminum Panel for Sunroof & Windows of an already Heavily Modified Lexus GX 460? So I have a Lexus GX460 & I\u2019ve sunk close to ~$20k into her after purchase. It has come to my attention that I\u2019m in desperate need of weight savings. I already decided a long time ago that I would delete my sunroof with an aluminum panel but I\u2019m curious if anyone thinks plastic is better. If you think plastic is better, please specify the composition & thickness of the specific kind of plastic you have in mind.   The plan:  The plan is to clear up as much unnecessary weight as possible to make room for extra fuel, budget ignored. My goal is to be able to push the GX to ~700mi range. I have already committed to the vehicle being a dedicated 2 seater so every window & the parts associated with the window behind the driver seats is also fair game at this point.   Sunroof \u2014 I decided I wanted to remove this a long time ago when I disconnected the fuse in an attempt to prevent glass breaking from opening the sunroof due a lack of clearance between my oem roof rack with accessories. Nowadays I have a Front Runner roof rack so the sunroof is usable but still totally pointless. It\u2019s 100% deadweight & desperately needs to be deleted. I plan to have the motor & glass removed together. The sliding panel will have to stay with the headliner since that\u2019s too much of a pain in the ass to replace. If I go with plastic, I\u2019ll likely still be able to still see out of the sunroof & maybe it might weigh less. So it\u2019s still there but it just doesn\u2019t slide open anymore. If I go with aluminum, I will be tempted to spray foam between the sunroof cover & the sunroof. If I don\u2019t spray foam, I\u2019ll make an organizer or mounting panel or something wild out of it.   Windshield & front row windows \u2014 I see the benefits of this clearly. Theft prevention. It\u2019s the single most amazing benefit I can have in a vehicle like this. These things are always being broken into & the anxiety of leaving this in a parking lot alone is not fun to deal with. It would be a burden taken off my shoulders to know that this can be prevented. The major concerns for me are passenger safety & police interactions.   Second row windows \u2014 I deleted the seats so I really don\u2019t give a fuck. Anymore but I would like to have a vent & bug screen so I can at least have ventilation on hot nights as I will be sleeping in the back regularly at some point.   Third row side windows \u2014 definitely aluminum here. On the driver side, I have a ladder & feet kick this window all the time. I fear it may break someday. On the other side, I have a shower tent  & I plan to mount an aluminum box to hold shower supplies.   Trunk window \u2014 I\u2019m torn. On one hand I want an aluminum panel that lifts up like the oem glass does so I can mount stuff to it. On the other hand, I\u2019m open to going with plastic window to retain the ability to have a view while cooking but this would certainly require a spoiler delete which is another pain in the ass on its own.    My concerns:  1. Long-term weather resistance \u2014 I\u2019m not sure how well plastic will resist harsh weather like snow, ice, & rain. I also plan to sleep inside so this is important to me. I\u2019m sure aluminum is probably ideal for this but how good can plastic be for this application? How long will it last? I plan to keep this vehicle for another 15 years minimum & it\u2019s going to be outside every day until then.   2. Insulation \u2014 I\u2019m concerned with the installation properties of both aluminum & most plastics. How much of a difference will it make? Will the ac never be enough? (I\u2019d be so screwed if the ac ever fails but this is why I\u2019m glad it\u2019s a Toyota)  3. Break-ins \u2014 I\u2019m less concerned & more just wondering about wether or not this will simply drive a thief to my front seats or if they will be tempted to cut through the plastic in an attempt to bypass the alarm (which I\u2019m sure is somehow connected to the window). I already drive an expensive vehicle & it\u2019s a big, modified expensive vehicle so it\u2019s easily seen & an easy target for thieves. If I solve this problem, It would be the most amazing troll ever! It has already happened to me in this car once. Hopefully never again.   4. Passenger Safety \u2014 This is the sole reason I do not wish to modify the windows around the driver seat. I\u2019m concerned that if I\u2019m sinking in water, I will not be able to break the seal & get out as easily. Ideally, if I\u2019m doing this to the driver seats too, I want to be able to pop the window out in an emergency from the inside but have it be an impossible endeavor from the outside, trolling thieves to no end. If this can be done, I suppose I will have killed 2 birds with 1 stone, though I\u2019m unsure if this can be done without being obviously penetrable. But if the front windows are plastic, this may create concern 5  5. Police interactions \u2014 if I have plastic windows all around with no vent or form of passing documents or dialogue to the officer, it may put me at greater risk of being shot, harassed, or arrested. Officers often perceive unprovoked door opening as a threatening or aggressive action. There\u2019s an excellent reason they want you to stay inside unless they arrest you; they need to assert physical control to ensure the situation goes as they please. I wonder if there is a way of avoiding this concern without worsening the likelihood of water seeping through the slot or the window being yanked off by a not-so-dumb thief   Is this genius or stupidity? You tell me. I care more about range than about windows. Is there something else I should delete first? Am I missing anything? Let me know your thoughts please","c_root_id_A":"getwxlb","c_root_id_B":"getzq59","created_at_utc_A":1607263560,"created_at_utc_B":1607264688,"score_A":10,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"You will add way more range with more fuel tank than by shedding 10 or 20 pounds.  I am curious though why it's such a priority.","human_ref_B":"Besides hitting 700 miles what is your goal for the vehicle? Removing the windows with lighter replacements will ultimately net you a less than noticeable mpg increase. Definitely not with the time, money, loss of vision, and loss of comfort. Honestly that roof rack is doing more harm than good. It ruins the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle and adds a ton of weight.  If range is your ultimate goal look into expanded fuel tanks. Running a secondary fuel cell inside the vehicle is not really an option because it would need to be in a separate compartment  Also not to be bashing your ability but you mention a spoiler delete is a pain in the ass. If that really is the case, deleting all the windows and fabing up aluminum replacements seems like it\u2019s a bit out of your skill range and you really shouldn\u2019t attempt it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1128.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"k7s4oy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Plastic Windows &\/or Aluminum Panel for Sunroof & Windows of an already Heavily Modified Lexus GX 460? So I have a Lexus GX460 & I\u2019ve sunk close to ~$20k into her after purchase. It has come to my attention that I\u2019m in desperate need of weight savings. I already decided a long time ago that I would delete my sunroof with an aluminum panel but I\u2019m curious if anyone thinks plastic is better. If you think plastic is better, please specify the composition & thickness of the specific kind of plastic you have in mind.   The plan:  The plan is to clear up as much unnecessary weight as possible to make room for extra fuel, budget ignored. My goal is to be able to push the GX to ~700mi range. I have already committed to the vehicle being a dedicated 2 seater so every window & the parts associated with the window behind the driver seats is also fair game at this point.   Sunroof \u2014 I decided I wanted to remove this a long time ago when I disconnected the fuse in an attempt to prevent glass breaking from opening the sunroof due a lack of clearance between my oem roof rack with accessories. Nowadays I have a Front Runner roof rack so the sunroof is usable but still totally pointless. It\u2019s 100% deadweight & desperately needs to be deleted. I plan to have the motor & glass removed together. The sliding panel will have to stay with the headliner since that\u2019s too much of a pain in the ass to replace. If I go with plastic, I\u2019ll likely still be able to still see out of the sunroof & maybe it might weigh less. So it\u2019s still there but it just doesn\u2019t slide open anymore. If I go with aluminum, I will be tempted to spray foam between the sunroof cover & the sunroof. If I don\u2019t spray foam, I\u2019ll make an organizer or mounting panel or something wild out of it.   Windshield & front row windows \u2014 I see the benefits of this clearly. Theft prevention. It\u2019s the single most amazing benefit I can have in a vehicle like this. These things are always being broken into & the anxiety of leaving this in a parking lot alone is not fun to deal with. It would be a burden taken off my shoulders to know that this can be prevented. The major concerns for me are passenger safety & police interactions.   Second row windows \u2014 I deleted the seats so I really don\u2019t give a fuck. Anymore but I would like to have a vent & bug screen so I can at least have ventilation on hot nights as I will be sleeping in the back regularly at some point.   Third row side windows \u2014 definitely aluminum here. On the driver side, I have a ladder & feet kick this window all the time. I fear it may break someday. On the other side, I have a shower tent  & I plan to mount an aluminum box to hold shower supplies.   Trunk window \u2014 I\u2019m torn. On one hand I want an aluminum panel that lifts up like the oem glass does so I can mount stuff to it. On the other hand, I\u2019m open to going with plastic window to retain the ability to have a view while cooking but this would certainly require a spoiler delete which is another pain in the ass on its own.    My concerns:  1. Long-term weather resistance \u2014 I\u2019m not sure how well plastic will resist harsh weather like snow, ice, & rain. I also plan to sleep inside so this is important to me. I\u2019m sure aluminum is probably ideal for this but how good can plastic be for this application? How long will it last? I plan to keep this vehicle for another 15 years minimum & it\u2019s going to be outside every day until then.   2. Insulation \u2014 I\u2019m concerned with the installation properties of both aluminum & most plastics. How much of a difference will it make? Will the ac never be enough? (I\u2019d be so screwed if the ac ever fails but this is why I\u2019m glad it\u2019s a Toyota)  3. Break-ins \u2014 I\u2019m less concerned & more just wondering about wether or not this will simply drive a thief to my front seats or if they will be tempted to cut through the plastic in an attempt to bypass the alarm (which I\u2019m sure is somehow connected to the window). I already drive an expensive vehicle & it\u2019s a big, modified expensive vehicle so it\u2019s easily seen & an easy target for thieves. If I solve this problem, It would be the most amazing troll ever! It has already happened to me in this car once. Hopefully never again.   4. Passenger Safety \u2014 This is the sole reason I do not wish to modify the windows around the driver seat. I\u2019m concerned that if I\u2019m sinking in water, I will not be able to break the seal & get out as easily. Ideally, if I\u2019m doing this to the driver seats too, I want to be able to pop the window out in an emergency from the inside but have it be an impossible endeavor from the outside, trolling thieves to no end. If this can be done, I suppose I will have killed 2 birds with 1 stone, though I\u2019m unsure if this can be done without being obviously penetrable. But if the front windows are plastic, this may create concern 5  5. Police interactions \u2014 if I have plastic windows all around with no vent or form of passing documents or dialogue to the officer, it may put me at greater risk of being shot, harassed, or arrested. Officers often perceive unprovoked door opening as a threatening or aggressive action. There\u2019s an excellent reason they want you to stay inside unless they arrest you; they need to assert physical control to ensure the situation goes as they please. I wonder if there is a way of avoiding this concern without worsening the likelihood of water seeping through the slot or the window being yanked off by a not-so-dumb thief   Is this genius or stupidity? You tell me. I care more about range than about windows. Is there something else I should delete first? Am I missing anything? Let me know your thoughts please","c_root_id_A":"getzq59","c_root_id_B":"getnaq2","created_at_utc_A":1607264688,"created_at_utc_B":1607258825,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Besides hitting 700 miles what is your goal for the vehicle? Removing the windows with lighter replacements will ultimately net you a less than noticeable mpg increase. Definitely not with the time, money, loss of vision, and loss of comfort. Honestly that roof rack is doing more harm than good. It ruins the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle and adds a ton of weight.  If range is your ultimate goal look into expanded fuel tanks. Running a secondary fuel cell inside the vehicle is not really an option because it would need to be in a separate compartment  Also not to be bashing your ability but you mention a spoiler delete is a pain in the ass. If that really is the case, deleting all the windows and fabing up aluminum replacements seems like it\u2019s a bit out of your skill range and you really shouldn\u2019t attempt it","human_ref_B":"Lexan is your friend","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5863.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"k7s4oy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Plastic Windows &\/or Aluminum Panel for Sunroof & Windows of an already Heavily Modified Lexus GX 460? So I have a Lexus GX460 & I\u2019ve sunk close to ~$20k into her after purchase. It has come to my attention that I\u2019m in desperate need of weight savings. I already decided a long time ago that I would delete my sunroof with an aluminum panel but I\u2019m curious if anyone thinks plastic is better. If you think plastic is better, please specify the composition & thickness of the specific kind of plastic you have in mind.   The plan:  The plan is to clear up as much unnecessary weight as possible to make room for extra fuel, budget ignored. My goal is to be able to push the GX to ~700mi range. I have already committed to the vehicle being a dedicated 2 seater so every window & the parts associated with the window behind the driver seats is also fair game at this point.   Sunroof \u2014 I decided I wanted to remove this a long time ago when I disconnected the fuse in an attempt to prevent glass breaking from opening the sunroof due a lack of clearance between my oem roof rack with accessories. Nowadays I have a Front Runner roof rack so the sunroof is usable but still totally pointless. It\u2019s 100% deadweight & desperately needs to be deleted. I plan to have the motor & glass removed together. The sliding panel will have to stay with the headliner since that\u2019s too much of a pain in the ass to replace. If I go with plastic, I\u2019ll likely still be able to still see out of the sunroof & maybe it might weigh less. So it\u2019s still there but it just doesn\u2019t slide open anymore. If I go with aluminum, I will be tempted to spray foam between the sunroof cover & the sunroof. If I don\u2019t spray foam, I\u2019ll make an organizer or mounting panel or something wild out of it.   Windshield & front row windows \u2014 I see the benefits of this clearly. Theft prevention. It\u2019s the single most amazing benefit I can have in a vehicle like this. These things are always being broken into & the anxiety of leaving this in a parking lot alone is not fun to deal with. It would be a burden taken off my shoulders to know that this can be prevented. The major concerns for me are passenger safety & police interactions.   Second row windows \u2014 I deleted the seats so I really don\u2019t give a fuck. Anymore but I would like to have a vent & bug screen so I can at least have ventilation on hot nights as I will be sleeping in the back regularly at some point.   Third row side windows \u2014 definitely aluminum here. On the driver side, I have a ladder & feet kick this window all the time. I fear it may break someday. On the other side, I have a shower tent  & I plan to mount an aluminum box to hold shower supplies.   Trunk window \u2014 I\u2019m torn. On one hand I want an aluminum panel that lifts up like the oem glass does so I can mount stuff to it. On the other hand, I\u2019m open to going with plastic window to retain the ability to have a view while cooking but this would certainly require a spoiler delete which is another pain in the ass on its own.    My concerns:  1. Long-term weather resistance \u2014 I\u2019m not sure how well plastic will resist harsh weather like snow, ice, & rain. I also plan to sleep inside so this is important to me. I\u2019m sure aluminum is probably ideal for this but how good can plastic be for this application? How long will it last? I plan to keep this vehicle for another 15 years minimum & it\u2019s going to be outside every day until then.   2. Insulation \u2014 I\u2019m concerned with the installation properties of both aluminum & most plastics. How much of a difference will it make? Will the ac never be enough? (I\u2019d be so screwed if the ac ever fails but this is why I\u2019m glad it\u2019s a Toyota)  3. Break-ins \u2014 I\u2019m less concerned & more just wondering about wether or not this will simply drive a thief to my front seats or if they will be tempted to cut through the plastic in an attempt to bypass the alarm (which I\u2019m sure is somehow connected to the window). I already drive an expensive vehicle & it\u2019s a big, modified expensive vehicle so it\u2019s easily seen & an easy target for thieves. If I solve this problem, It would be the most amazing troll ever! It has already happened to me in this car once. Hopefully never again.   4. Passenger Safety \u2014 This is the sole reason I do not wish to modify the windows around the driver seat. I\u2019m concerned that if I\u2019m sinking in water, I will not be able to break the seal & get out as easily. Ideally, if I\u2019m doing this to the driver seats too, I want to be able to pop the window out in an emergency from the inside but have it be an impossible endeavor from the outside, trolling thieves to no end. If this can be done, I suppose I will have killed 2 birds with 1 stone, though I\u2019m unsure if this can be done without being obviously penetrable. But if the front windows are plastic, this may create concern 5  5. Police interactions \u2014 if I have plastic windows all around with no vent or form of passing documents or dialogue to the officer, it may put me at greater risk of being shot, harassed, or arrested. Officers often perceive unprovoked door opening as a threatening or aggressive action. There\u2019s an excellent reason they want you to stay inside unless they arrest you; they need to assert physical control to ensure the situation goes as they please. I wonder if there is a way of avoiding this concern without worsening the likelihood of water seeping through the slot or the window being yanked off by a not-so-dumb thief   Is this genius or stupidity? You tell me. I care more about range than about windows. Is there something else I should delete first? Am I missing anything? Let me know your thoughts please","c_root_id_A":"getwxlb","c_root_id_B":"getnaq2","created_at_utc_A":1607263560,"created_at_utc_B":1607258825,"score_A":10,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You will add way more range with more fuel tank than by shedding 10 or 20 pounds.  I am curious though why it's such a priority.","human_ref_B":"Lexan is your friend","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4735.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"jrm0jf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"What cars have the best manual transmissions? I know hondas are pretty well regarded as having really nice feeling manual transmissions. Any other cars or car brands?","c_root_id_A":"gbu9nsh","c_root_id_B":"gbuk90a","created_at_utc_A":1605025688,"created_at_utc_B":1605030598,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"If you wanna nut while shifting gears for less than $20,000 then a clean S2000 is right up your alley. It\u2019s a great driving experience that doesn\u2019t cost a fortune to own or maintain.","human_ref_B":"Nobody has a better history of manual transmissions than Porsche. I've driven a few manual boxsters and 911s and they are absolutely crisp and smooth and last a long while.   I've also driven a few Si and Type R Honda Civics and one S2k and their reputation indeed holds up. They're not quite as great feeling as Porsche in my mind, but for tens of thousands less it doesn't even matter, especially since they can handle hundreds of thousands of miles without issue.   This is kind of personal preference, but I have a personal love for driving any and all manual Jaguars (though they are becoming few and far between). Something about them is so much fun to me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4910.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"jrm0jf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"What cars have the best manual transmissions? I know hondas are pretty well regarded as having really nice feeling manual transmissions. Any other cars or car brands?","c_root_id_A":"gbuil3d","c_root_id_B":"gbuk90a","created_at_utc_A":1605029835,"created_at_utc_B":1605030598,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"All manuals are good manuals! I have a Subaru Crosstrek with a manual and while the rev hang is super long, the shift from first to second feels more like first to fifth, and third gear seems useless, I still prefer it to any automatic.   Also, I have a Miata and that\u2019s a hoot. It made me realize what a good manual is, but I still wouldn\u2019t change my Crosstrek for an auto!","human_ref_B":"Nobody has a better history of manual transmissions than Porsche. I've driven a few manual boxsters and 911s and they are absolutely crisp and smooth and last a long while.   I've also driven a few Si and Type R Honda Civics and one S2k and their reputation indeed holds up. They're not quite as great feeling as Porsche in my mind, but for tens of thousands less it doesn't even matter, especially since they can handle hundreds of thousands of miles without issue.   This is kind of personal preference, but I have a personal love for driving any and all manual Jaguars (though they are becoming few and far between). Something about them is so much fun to me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":763.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"jrm0jf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"What cars have the best manual transmissions? I know hondas are pretty well regarded as having really nice feeling manual transmissions. Any other cars or car brands?","c_root_id_A":"gbuk90a","c_root_id_B":"gbub7dt","created_at_utc_A":1605030598,"created_at_utc_B":1605026418,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Nobody has a better history of manual transmissions than Porsche. I've driven a few manual boxsters and 911s and they are absolutely crisp and smooth and last a long while.   I've also driven a few Si and Type R Honda Civics and one S2k and their reputation indeed holds up. They're not quite as great feeling as Porsche in my mind, but for tens of thousands less it doesn't even matter, especially since they can handle hundreds of thousands of miles without issue.   This is kind of personal preference, but I have a personal love for driving any and all manual Jaguars (though they are becoming few and far between). Something about them is so much fun to me.","human_ref_B":"1991 BMW 318 - 1998 VW GTI VR6 - 2017 Honda Civic. The GTI transmission was awful but still a fun car. The 318 was absolute butter. The Civic was the best stick shift I\u2019ve ever driven.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4180.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"jrm0jf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"What cars have the best manual transmissions? I know hondas are pretty well regarded as having really nice feeling manual transmissions. Any other cars or car brands?","c_root_id_A":"gbuil3d","c_root_id_B":"gbub7dt","created_at_utc_A":1605029835,"created_at_utc_B":1605026418,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"All manuals are good manuals! I have a Subaru Crosstrek with a manual and while the rev hang is super long, the shift from first to second feels more like first to fifth, and third gear seems useless, I still prefer it to any automatic.   Also, I have a Miata and that\u2019s a hoot. It made me realize what a good manual is, but I still wouldn\u2019t change my Crosstrek for an auto!","human_ref_B":"1991 BMW 318 - 1998 VW GTI VR6 - 2017 Honda Civic. The GTI transmission was awful but still a fun car. The 318 was absolute butter. The Civic was the best stick shift I\u2019ve ever driven.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3417.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"imeptp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Heat protection for inside engine bay? Hey everyone! I just did an engine swap on my car and unfortunately I have to daily it still but what I am running into is that the wire harness that I had needs to be chopped down a lot and its sort of tucked away in the top of the engine bay with the ECU as well. It gets hot and there and while I am still waiting to relocate it inside the car I was thinking about getting some heat protection for it.  I was looking at exhaust heat wrap but I really need more of a big square of it rather than a strip and I can't find much. Can I use something like this? https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Aluminum-Protection-Fiberglass-Self-Adhesive-Backing\/dp\/B071FCRS2R\/ref=sr_1_25?dchild=1&keywords=square%2Bof%2Bexhaust%2Bfoil&qid=1599185344&sr=8-25&th=1  Its not an ideal situation but I have to do it for the time being. If anyone has experience with this stuff at all I would appreciate any insight, I have never really used it before. Thank you for any help!","c_root_id_A":"g3z2gb6","c_root_id_B":"g3z7mxl","created_at_utc_A":1599221900,"created_at_utc_B":1599224579,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If it's temporary, you could use some aluminium foil with the shiny part outside. It's terrible, but better than nothing.","human_ref_B":"Gold foil tape","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2679.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"il961h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can one change an automatic to a Semi-automatic transmission\/Sequential transmissions? Thinking of buying an old corolla or civic and wanted a little bit of fun while keeping the mindlessness of driving an auto when I feel like it.","c_root_id_A":"g3r9sho","c_root_id_B":"g3rabc3","created_at_utc_A":1599074736,"created_at_utc_B":1599074919,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Sequentials cost like 10-20k $ so if youre willing to drop that much for a little bit of fun then yes you can","human_ref_B":"You can with a manual valve body, but those are mostly designed for drag racing older RWD American cars.  If your car's shifter is labeled \"PRND321\" or similar you can shift it manually, but I wouldn't recommend it (except for engine braking down a mountain).    Some newer cars with computer-controlled transmissions (most cars built in the last 20 years) will have paddle shifters or some other way of shifting manually (usually it will say \"+D-\" on the shifter).  There's also double-clutch (PDK) transmissions which usually have an automatic mode, but those have only been available recently and some designs aren't very reliable.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":183.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"hxkml4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"i have a 2011 camry with a 160,00 and a transmission that's starting to slip. I'm having it looked at in a couple days. my plan is to change the filter, have some sort of no slip oil added (like lucas trans fix) and make sure the regular trans fluid is full. is this the right course of action?  i know flushes can just make existing problems worse, but i think if i do nothing the trans will definitely go. thanks in advance for any suggestions.","c_root_id_A":"fz7864r","c_root_id_B":"fz6xb52","created_at_utc_A":1595688729,"created_at_utc_B":1595681337,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Magic goop is never a long-term fix, sooner or later you're gonna need to fix\/replace the trans properly, or replace the car. Start saving now...","human_ref_B":"I see a comma so I'm assuming Km. That's a little early. Miles? You got pretty good life out of it...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7392.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hxkml4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"i have a 2011 camry with a 160,00 and a transmission that's starting to slip. I'm having it looked at in a couple days. my plan is to change the filter, have some sort of no slip oil added (like lucas trans fix) and make sure the regular trans fluid is full. is this the right course of action?  i know flushes can just make existing problems worse, but i think if i do nothing the trans will definitely go. thanks in advance for any suggestions.","c_root_id_A":"fz715m6","c_root_id_B":"fz7864r","created_at_utc_A":1595684208,"created_at_utc_B":1595688729,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You can definitely do those things. Under the circumstances, it's not going to hurt you. However, now's the time to start thinking about a replacement vehicle or replacement transmission. Your plan may give you another 6 months or a year, but doing these things is not going to give you another 160k of life.   I'm not saying to buy a new car tomorrow, but you really should have a plan (or some savings prepared) for when the day comes.","human_ref_B":"Magic goop is never a long-term fix, sooner or later you're gonna need to fix\/replace the trans properly, or replace the car. Start saving now...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4521.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"hc14vm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Need advise on a listing(?) I found this car listed on marketplace but it has some pretty bad rusting on the bottom and looks like it could possibly be more than just cosmetic damage. I'm not very educated in this area myself but if any one here could give a quick look at the pictures I linked and lmk if they think its still safe and worth pursuing or any questions they recommend I raise to the owner before I go check it out it would be greatly appreciated! Pictures","c_root_id_A":"fvc7laz","c_root_id_B":"fvcclhh","created_at_utc_A":1592575780,"created_at_utc_B":1592578485,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Frame looks rusted, in one picture looks like it's cracked right through. Don't buy it. I don't know what area you're in, but if it's in the rust belt i'd highly suggest going out of your way to get a rust free car down south or out west","human_ref_B":"The old Cherokees like that have a hybrid frame\/unibody. Rust around the rocker panels is very common. It\u2019s tough to tell from the pics how bad it is on the uniframe but they can handle a lot of rust before becoming unsafe. . The reality is that it\u2019s $1200 vehicle and you aren\u2019t going to find something at that price that doesn\u2019t have some severe issues. I would personally take my chances with it and hope to get a year out of it without dumping to much money into. It is a simple and cheap vehicle to work on if you have the ambition to do so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2705.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"hc14vm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Need advise on a listing(?) I found this car listed on marketplace but it has some pretty bad rusting on the bottom and looks like it could possibly be more than just cosmetic damage. I'm not very educated in this area myself but if any one here could give a quick look at the pictures I linked and lmk if they think its still safe and worth pursuing or any questions they recommend I raise to the owner before I go check it out it would be greatly appreciated! Pictures","c_root_id_A":"fvcdn89","c_root_id_B":"fvc7laz","created_at_utc_A":1592579027,"created_at_utc_B":1592575780,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you're in South Carolina don't waste your time with some rustbucket someone drove down from the north like that.","human_ref_B":"Frame looks rusted, in one picture looks like it's cracked right through. Don't buy it. I don't know what area you're in, but if it's in the rust belt i'd highly suggest going out of your way to get a rust free car down south or out west","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3247.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnm8uq4","c_root_id_B":"fnma2zk","created_at_utc_A":1587067106,"created_at_utc_B":1587067726,"score_A":7,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Check the air conditioning. The evaporator is leak really frequently on those and they're very expensive and difficult to do if you've not done anything that magnitude. The fan clutches blow up, the expansion tank will crack and leak. The radiators crack and lose fluid as well. if you want to message me I can give you a more detailed list. I used to be a BMW mechanic in those things have very very weak cooling systems in general.","human_ref_B":"I think my favorite quote my car friend said was 'You could buy a brand new Lexus for the cost of repairs on a used BMW.' I would definitely take it to a mechanic (who is not going to profit off the sale) and have them do a thorough check through. BMW has the highest cost of ownership of any other car, and it's largely due to the cost of repairs.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":620.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnmnjtu","c_root_id_B":"fnmnnku","created_at_utc_A":1587074662,"created_at_utc_B":1587074718,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s a 20 year old car, there will be problems.  I would get it on a lift check for rust underneath, check the ball joints and bushings, etc.  Every e46 suffers from a weak rear axle carrier panel (\u201csubframe\u201d).  The twisting forces from acceleration will eventually cause the rear subframe mounts to tear out of the chassis.  If you can see cracks from underneath without removing the subframe the problem has already progressed pretty far, but even if you can\u2019t, you will probably have popped spot welds, smaller cracks, and internal damage that you can\u2019t see without cutting into the trunk floor\/rear seat.","human_ref_B":"Turn signals won't work.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":56.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnmemvt","c_root_id_B":"fnmnnku","created_at_utc_A":1587070050,"created_at_utc_B":1587074718,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Some pre-facelift e46s have cracked rear axles. Don't know if it goes for coupe\/convertible versions. Have a look if your model is at risk.  Also, the front axle has some weak points but those should be easy fixes (bushings and such)","human_ref_B":"Turn signals won't work.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4668.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnmnjtu","c_root_id_B":"fnmemvt","created_at_utc_A":1587074662,"created_at_utc_B":1587070050,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s a 20 year old car, there will be problems.  I would get it on a lift check for rust underneath, check the ball joints and bushings, etc.  Every e46 suffers from a weak rear axle carrier panel (\u201csubframe\u201d).  The twisting forces from acceleration will eventually cause the rear subframe mounts to tear out of the chassis.  If you can see cracks from underneath without removing the subframe the problem has already progressed pretty far, but even if you can\u2019t, you will probably have popped spot welds, smaller cracks, and internal damage that you can\u2019t see without cutting into the trunk floor\/rear seat.","human_ref_B":"Some pre-facelift e46s have cracked rear axles. Don't know if it goes for coupe\/convertible versions. Have a look if your model is at risk.  Also, the front axle has some weak points but those should be easy fixes (bushings and such)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4612.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnnvhlx","c_root_id_B":"fnmemvt","created_at_utc_A":1587102999,"created_at_utc_B":1587070050,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Expect a bunch of expensive repairs.   It's a twenty year old BMW, the least reliable German car ever made.   I wouldn't touch it with a shitty dick.   You shouldn't either.   Just look into their cooling systems. If you overheat one of those things, you're in big (expensive) trouble.      AND THEIR COOLING SYSTEMS ARE MADE OF PLASTIC!","human_ref_B":"Some pre-facelift e46s have cracked rear axles. Don't know if it goes for coupe\/convertible versions. Have a look if your model is at risk.  Also, the front axle has some weak points but those should be easy fixes (bushings and such)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32949.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnnvhlx","c_root_id_B":"fnni6b2","created_at_utc_A":1587102999,"created_at_utc_B":1587092934,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Expect a bunch of expensive repairs.   It's a twenty year old BMW, the least reliable German car ever made.   I wouldn't touch it with a shitty dick.   You shouldn't either.   Just look into their cooling systems. If you overheat one of those things, you're in big (expensive) trouble.      AND THEIR COOLING SYSTEMS ARE MADE OF PLASTIC!","human_ref_B":"Check for rust underneath.  Goes for any used car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10065.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"g2lv0x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Considering buying a used 2000 BMW 328ci. Anything i should expect? Need schooling on this car specifically. I\u2019m planning to buy it from a mechanic who\u2019s selling it on Facebook. Thinking of buying it and do most of the maintenance myself. I took it for a drive yesterday and it went good. No noises or anything, i drove it for about 20 mins and nothing came up. I was with a friend as well to help me, and we didn\u2019t see or hear any problems. But I\u2019m sure there will be in the future","c_root_id_A":"fnnsofi","c_root_id_B":"fnnvhlx","created_at_utc_A":1587100559,"created_at_utc_B":1587102999,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Great cars . Learn how to fix everything yourself or it will cost you a fortune.","human_ref_B":"Expect a bunch of expensive repairs.   It's a twenty year old BMW, the least reliable German car ever made.   I wouldn't touch it with a shitty dick.   You shouldn't either.   Just look into their cooling systems. If you overheat one of those things, you're in big (expensive) trouble.      AND THEIR COOLING SYSTEMS ARE MADE OF PLASTIC!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2440.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"g1ihct","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What are some project cars that are also practical?","c_root_id_A":"fngwvb2","c_root_id_B":"fng8ir1","created_at_utc_A":1586947939,"created_at_utc_B":1586924983,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would highly suggest a Forester xt.  99% same as the wrx\/sti so lots of parts available and knowledge around(forums etc) Practical af, roof racks, tow ball, 5 seats, massive boot, lots of storage pockets too  Also they're just sick cars","human_ref_B":"Pontiac G8. Can be had in manual or automatic depending on what is more practical for you (note: manual is pretty rare for these). It's a large 4 door sedan with good trunk space and some nice convenience features for it's time. The base model is a pretty unimpressive (but still healthy) V6 with something like 260 HP. But if you spring for a V8 version (the GTs typically go for $10-15,000, the GXPs are a little more at 20-30,000), you'll get a pretty reliable 4 door sedan with a healthy 360 HP and good features for the late 2000s.   The not so practical bits are gas isn't too great and it is RWD so a bit of a pain if you live somewhere snowy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":22956.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"g1ihct","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What are some project cars that are also practical?","c_root_id_A":"fnheaiz","c_root_id_B":"fnha9tm","created_at_utc_A":1586960749,"created_at_utc_B":1586958455,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Volvo wagons.  Massive cargo space and you can practically stand next to the engine while working on it","human_ref_B":"El Camino. Business up front, party in the back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2294.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"g1ihct","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What are some project cars that are also practical?","c_root_id_A":"fng8ir1","c_root_id_B":"fnheaiz","created_at_utc_A":1586924983,"created_at_utc_B":1586960749,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Pontiac G8. Can be had in manual or automatic depending on what is more practical for you (note: manual is pretty rare for these). It's a large 4 door sedan with good trunk space and some nice convenience features for it's time. The base model is a pretty unimpressive (but still healthy) V6 with something like 260 HP. But if you spring for a V8 version (the GTs typically go for $10-15,000, the GXPs are a little more at 20-30,000), you'll get a pretty reliable 4 door sedan with a healthy 360 HP and good features for the late 2000s.   The not so practical bits are gas isn't too great and it is RWD so a bit of a pain if you live somewhere snowy.","human_ref_B":"Volvo wagons.  Massive cargo space and you can practically stand next to the engine while working on it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35766.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"g1ihct","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What are some project cars that are also practical?","c_root_id_A":"fnheaiz","c_root_id_B":"fnhe81w","created_at_utc_A":1586960749,"created_at_utc_B":1586960711,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Volvo wagons.  Massive cargo space and you can practically stand next to the engine while working on it","human_ref_B":"Bmw E46 era","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"g1ihct","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What are some project cars that are also practical?","c_root_id_A":"fnha9tm","c_root_id_B":"fng8ir1","created_at_utc_A":1586958455,"created_at_utc_B":1586924983,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"El Camino. Business up front, party in the back.","human_ref_B":"Pontiac G8. Can be had in manual or automatic depending on what is more practical for you (note: manual is pretty rare for these). It's a large 4 door sedan with good trunk space and some nice convenience features for it's time. The base model is a pretty unimpressive (but still healthy) V6 with something like 260 HP. But if you spring for a V8 version (the GTs typically go for $10-15,000, the GXPs are a little more at 20-30,000), you'll get a pretty reliable 4 door sedan with a healthy 360 HP and good features for the late 2000s.   The not so practical bits are gas isn't too great and it is RWD so a bit of a pain if you live somewhere snowy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":33472.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"fpkmr6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I'm breaking a subaru forester 2001, what parts should I take? Last year I bought a second subaru forester 2001, hoping to use it as a parts car. Unfortunately it's a bit in the way, and the interior has gone moldy from standing over winter.  I've decided to have a go at stripping the parts out, and I'm wondering what I should take. I'm planning to store them away until I need them, and perhaps sell some.  I haven't done anything like this before, so I'm looking for any advice you can give.","c_root_id_A":"fllhqwe","c_root_id_B":"flljwes","created_at_utc_A":1585260567,"created_at_utc_B":1585261783,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Tires always get the tires if their good. Alternator. Distributor. Serpentine belt. Brake pads if their good. Rotors. Cv axels. Battery. All the lights. Including headlight housings. Intake manifold. Exhaust. Always get the catalytic converters their worth some money. The whole engine if it\u2019s good and you know how. Including transmission. You can take off the hood doors and trunk and use them if you ever need them or just sell them. Get any minor things you need for your car. Like the headliner. Radio. The door panels. The steering column is worth some money too. Starter. Power steering. A\/c compressor. The list goes on just depends on the tools you got and if you really wanna spend the whole day taking the car apart.","human_ref_B":"Subaru's are all on subframes. put dollies under the right places and basically popping the bolts for the front subframe, trans mount, and front strut tops and the whole front half of the car will drop out. Same story for the rear end. You'll need to unhook some hoses and wires along the way, but it'll be much faster than yanking all these individual parts.      If you want some coverage for crashes in the future, front fenders, both bumpers, hood, and headlights would be great grabs too. Good airbags are worth a few bux.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1216.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"fhhwgl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"How to fix random alternator belt squeal when it's cold? Basically, my 1998 Mazda 323F's alternator belt squeals when it's cold. Seems to start when there's high electrical load (rear window defroster on), and sometimes it squeals for a split second if i tap the throttle when revmatch downshifting.  It stops happening completely when the engine has warmed up, and also never happens in summer. I checked the belt today, doesn't look too loose or tight, isn't glazed or cracked, and looks to be from a decent brand too (Gates Micro-V).  Should i just ignore this problem? It's not a big deal but sometimes annoying\/embarrassing. Engine code is Mazda Z5-DE, without AC, doesn't have an automatic tensioner.","c_root_id_A":"fkbjk8h","c_root_id_B":"fkbadxn","created_at_utc_A":1584034180,"created_at_utc_B":1584029274,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Do you know how old this belt is?  When it was installed and how many miles are on it?  The belt is squealing because it's either out of adjustment (too tight, too loose) or it's more worn than a visual inspection can show.  You can live with it for awhile, if you want, and the problem will probably get slowly worse over time.  That's fine until it's not, and the belt snaps.  You can also mask the symptoms for awhile, if you want, with belt dressing.  The problem will come back at some point.  This is also fine until it's not -- as the belt will eventually snap.  It's really just up to you in terms of when you want to replace the belt.  They're usually pretty cheap and usually pretty easy to replace.  If it was me, I'd probably do that.  Once you have the old belt off the car, inspect the inside (the side that faces the pulleys).  I'll bet, if you fold it backwards, you see lots of tiny cracks form.  Good indication the belt was past it's lifespan...","human_ref_B":"If it's really bothering you can go to your local auto parts store and they should have a drive belt dressing that you can spray on the belt that should stop that noise. My Miata does the same thing when it's really cold out but I've learned to live with it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4906.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr2f82","c_root_id_B":"fgr3csp","created_at_utc_A":1581036633,"created_at_utc_B":1581037220,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Two cars  2009 Toyota Sienna  Pre-owned with 200k km on the dash Avg cost about $800 Cad, I do all work myself  And just bought a 2004 Nissan 350z Pre owned with 250k km on the dash Just had it for a month, still working out couple of stuff  that old owner skipped, but it looks promising Just changed all 4 rotors and pads, parking brakes shoes and hardware, oil filter and oil change, O2 sensors, and spark plugs. Still have to flush the brake and clutch fluid. Costed me about $800 in parts. But from now on hopefully it's only oil changes.","human_ref_B":"I'd be willing to bet that sadly, not many people track this. Personally I jump between cars so much I don't have very many good calculations to give you. I also do much of the work myself and source parts from cheaper online sources whenever possible, so my numbers wouldn't be representative of \"average\" anyways.   I'll say that the 2006 Mercedes Benz E350 4Matic I purchased for my wife back in January of 2015 was both the most elegant Subaru Outback-type car I've ever driven... And also the most complicated, annoying, and expensive beastie I've ever worked on. It used to be you could buy an old Benz and trust it forever, but those days are long since gone. I purchased that car for $9,500. Spent an average of $2,541 per year keeping it running (not including gas, just maintenance\/repair costs). I sold it in August of 2019 for $6,000.  In comparison, the 2007 Honda Pilot I replaced it with was purchased in October of 2018 for $10,500. So far, I spent $1,322.34 in 2018 (had a shop do the timing belt) and only $349.40 in 2019 keeping it running.   I have many other cars I could write up for you, but most of those are projects in various states and the numbers will be all wonky. Those are the two most recent daily drivers. Hope that helps, but again I'm probably nowhere near normal or average...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":587.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr8roh","c_root_id_B":"fgr3fbn","created_at_utc_A":1581040921,"created_at_utc_B":1581037264,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"2002 Honda S2000 Bought used Rough estimate: $50\/year without oil changes . That was easily the most reliable car I've driven, only issue I had in 2 years was the main fuse blowing out a couple times  With oil changes, that bill goes up $100\/month.i changed the oil once a month, 5 quarts of full synthetic at around 20 a quart. That was a very high strung engine, and needed the best oil to ensure its safety","human_ref_B":"2010 Camaro 2SS bought in 2014 used  I spend $200 on it per year on oil changes. Had to replace a sensor once for $240 (Chevy dealer installed so more expensive), and spent $140 on a transmission flush in 2019.  That's about it I guess.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3657.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr2f82","c_root_id_B":"fgr8roh","created_at_utc_A":1581036633,"created_at_utc_B":1581040921,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Two cars  2009 Toyota Sienna  Pre-owned with 200k km on the dash Avg cost about $800 Cad, I do all work myself  And just bought a 2004 Nissan 350z Pre owned with 250k km on the dash Just had it for a month, still working out couple of stuff  that old owner skipped, but it looks promising Just changed all 4 rotors and pads, parking brakes shoes and hardware, oil filter and oil change, O2 sensors, and spark plugs. Still have to flush the brake and clutch fluid. Costed me about $800 in parts. But from now on hopefully it's only oil changes.","human_ref_B":"2002 Honda S2000 Bought used Rough estimate: $50\/year without oil changes . That was easily the most reliable car I've driven, only issue I had in 2 years was the main fuse blowing out a couple times  With oil changes, that bill goes up $100\/month.i changed the oil once a month, 5 quarts of full synthetic at around 20 a quart. That was a very high strung engine, and needed the best oil to ensure its safety","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4288.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr7mpe","c_root_id_B":"fgr8roh","created_at_utc_A":1581040134,"created_at_utc_B":1581040921,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Volvo S80 T6 2002  Used   At least $6000 in maintenance, ranging from tires and oil to radiators and turbos. I really do love her.","human_ref_B":"2002 Honda S2000 Bought used Rough estimate: $50\/year without oil changes . That was easily the most reliable car I've driven, only issue I had in 2 years was the main fuse blowing out a couple times  With oil changes, that bill goes up $100\/month.i changed the oil once a month, 5 quarts of full synthetic at around 20 a quart. That was a very high strung engine, and needed the best oil to ensure its safety","labels":0,"seconds_difference":787.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr8nh0","c_root_id_B":"fgr8roh","created_at_utc_A":1581040844,"created_at_utc_B":1581040921,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"1995 gutted SR20DET 240SX Bought used Rough calculation: about $3,000\/year, mostly from extreme driving and part failure under stress","human_ref_B":"2002 Honda S2000 Bought used Rough estimate: $50\/year without oil changes . That was easily the most reliable car I've driven, only issue I had in 2 years was the main fuse blowing out a couple times  With oil changes, that bill goes up $100\/month.i changed the oil once a month, 5 quarts of full synthetic at around 20 a quart. That was a very high strung engine, and needed the best oil to ensure its safety","labels":0,"seconds_difference":77.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr3fbn","c_root_id_B":"fgr2f82","created_at_utc_A":1581037264,"created_at_utc_B":1581036633,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"2010 Camaro 2SS bought in 2014 used  I spend $200 on it per year on oil changes. Had to replace a sensor once for $240 (Chevy dealer installed so more expensive), and spent $140 on a transmission flush in 2019.  That's about it I guess.","human_ref_B":"Two cars  2009 Toyota Sienna  Pre-owned with 200k km on the dash Avg cost about $800 Cad, I do all work myself  And just bought a 2004 Nissan 350z Pre owned with 250k km on the dash Just had it for a month, still working out couple of stuff  that old owner skipped, but it looks promising Just changed all 4 rotors and pads, parking brakes shoes and hardware, oil filter and oil change, O2 sensors, and spark plugs. Still have to flush the brake and clutch fluid. Costed me about $800 in parts. But from now on hopefully it's only oil changes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":631.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr2f82","c_root_id_B":"fgriqeo","created_at_utc_A":1581036633,"created_at_utc_B":1581047831,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Two cars  2009 Toyota Sienna  Pre-owned with 200k km on the dash Avg cost about $800 Cad, I do all work myself  And just bought a 2004 Nissan 350z Pre owned with 250k km on the dash Just had it for a month, still working out couple of stuff  that old owner skipped, but it looks promising Just changed all 4 rotors and pads, parking brakes shoes and hardware, oil filter and oil change, O2 sensors, and spark plugs. Still have to flush the brake and clutch fluid. Costed me about $800 in parts. But from now on hopefully it's only oil changes.","human_ref_B":"1971 Beetle Used lol I don't keep track its depressing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11198.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgriqeo","c_root_id_B":"fgr7mpe","created_at_utc_A":1581047831,"created_at_utc_B":1581040134,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"1971 Beetle Used lol I don't keep track its depressing.","human_ref_B":"Volvo S80 T6 2002  Used   At least $6000 in maintenance, ranging from tires and oil to radiators and turbos. I really do love her.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7697.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgr8nh0","c_root_id_B":"fgriqeo","created_at_utc_A":1581040844,"created_at_utc_B":1581047831,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"1995 gutted SR20DET 240SX Bought used Rough calculation: about $3,000\/year, mostly from extreme driving and part failure under stress","human_ref_B":"1971 Beetle Used lol I don't keep track its depressing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6987.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgrebtj","c_root_id_B":"fgriqeo","created_at_utc_A":1581044724,"created_at_utc_B":1581047831,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Do everything myself. Rough estimates.  2014 Subaru STI 70k - heavily modified - maybe $500\/y on maintenance and broken parts. I only put 5k on it a year though. 2nd owner. Tires are around 1200 every  two or three years.   2002 wrx 160k - heavily modified - $300 but I really only change the oil. This is my beater and i put 20k on it a year. However two years ago I had to spend about $1.5k to build a new engine for it. Still very reliable and low maintenance considering this is a really roached out Subaru. I'm the 11th owner.  Wife - 2017 Impreza - 65k - $450 on maintenance. She probably does 10k a year. This car was actually a rental with around 40k used that we got for a good price.","human_ref_B":"1971 Beetle Used lol I don't keep track its depressing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3107.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgrhoxp","c_root_id_B":"fgriqeo","created_at_utc_A":1581047078,"created_at_utc_B":1581047831,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"2015 CX-5, bough CPO in 2017  - oil changes are about $30 apiece done in my driveway, about 1.5 times per year, so $45  - bought a couple OEM air filters for around $20, so say $10 per year  - new tires were $1000 installed, once in 3 years, so $333 a year  So around $350-400 per year average.","human_ref_B":"1971 Beetle Used lol I don't keep track its depressing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":753.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ezzf23","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is your car's yearly average cost of upkeep? I hope you'll indulge my curiosity.   Obviously the number will be wildly different across the board, so to keep it consistent, please adhere to the following parameters:   * State your make, model and year * State if bought used, pre-owned or new * Only post maintenance and upkeep costs (no insurance or loan payments), and if it's a rough estimate or a concrete number   For my own example:   * Toyota Corolla 2007 * Bought New * Real calculation over the almost 13 years I've owned it: $980 USD","c_root_id_A":"fgrhuzb","c_root_id_B":"fgriqeo","created_at_utc_A":1581047194,"created_at_utc_B":1581047831,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I bought my GTI new in 2017, and the warranty just expired late January. Wiper blades last week for $23, but before that it was just tires @ $1100. So $1100 for three years total, but brakes are coming up.  Knock on wood, hopefully it stays reliable.","human_ref_B":"1971 Beetle Used lol I don't keep track its depressing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":637.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"dt0o9s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Modern turbos in the long run?  I  used to have a 2013 G37 but due to an accident in January, the car that  I thought I would be driving for the next 5-7 years is no more. Finally  getting around to car shopping now and looking at Q50s, but they've all  got turbos... and so does everyone else. I was always inclined to not  trust them because they wouldn't stand the test of time, repairs are  expensive, etc. I also understand that the tech has probably come a very  long way for nearly every manufacturer to be shoving them into every  car in existence, but I have to ask - are they truly good enough to be  comparable to non-turbos in terms of reliability these days?  Also  open to hear suggestions for other options than Infiniti, but in that  same quasi-luxury class and price range. I'm kind of brand loyal to them  out of a) car ignorance, and b) a phenomenal previous experience.","c_root_id_A":"f6tngc1","c_root_id_B":"f6td6rv","created_at_utc_A":1573151563,"created_at_utc_B":1573147270,"score_A":20,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Almost everything has changed about modern turbocharger technology:  1. Electric pumps that continue to circulate coolant or oil through the turbo's center section after shut down, protecting bearings from coking. 2. Better oil chemistry via synthetic long-chain molecules that maintain their lubricity far longer. 3. Direct injection provides tighter optimization of the combustion process.  4. Many engines now integrate the turbo into the head with water jackets, improving not only engine heat-up time, but keeping the turbo bearings cooler.  5. Higher precision machining of the turbo's rotating assembly 6. The continual march of materials science means new coatings and high-heat turbine materials 7. Supercomputers, optimizing flow characteristics to increase the both the turbine & compressor's \"efficiency island\".  Of these, the improved cooling mechanisms and lubrication science are probably key.","human_ref_B":"If it makes you feel better, the original owner of my '91 Nizzan 300zx twin turbo didn't get the turbos replaced till something like 130k miles. That's a 28 year old design that lasted that long. I'd imagine it's much more reliable now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4293.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"dt0o9s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Modern turbos in the long run?  I  used to have a 2013 G37 but due to an accident in January, the car that  I thought I would be driving for the next 5-7 years is no more. Finally  getting around to car shopping now and looking at Q50s, but they've all  got turbos... and so does everyone else. I was always inclined to not  trust them because they wouldn't stand the test of time, repairs are  expensive, etc. I also understand that the tech has probably come a very  long way for nearly every manufacturer to be shoving them into every  car in existence, but I have to ask - are they truly good enough to be  comparable to non-turbos in terms of reliability these days?  Also  open to hear suggestions for other options than Infiniti, but in that  same quasi-luxury class and price range. I'm kind of brand loyal to them  out of a) car ignorance, and b) a phenomenal previous experience.","c_root_id_A":"f6tngc1","c_root_id_B":"f6ti2y4","created_at_utc_A":1573151563,"created_at_utc_B":1573149240,"score_A":20,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Almost everything has changed about modern turbocharger technology:  1. Electric pumps that continue to circulate coolant or oil through the turbo's center section after shut down, protecting bearings from coking. 2. Better oil chemistry via synthetic long-chain molecules that maintain their lubricity far longer. 3. Direct injection provides tighter optimization of the combustion process.  4. Many engines now integrate the turbo into the head with water jackets, improving not only engine heat-up time, but keeping the turbo bearings cooler.  5. Higher precision machining of the turbo's rotating assembly 6. The continual march of materials science means new coatings and high-heat turbine materials 7. Supercomputers, optimizing flow characteristics to increase the both the turbine & compressor's \"efficiency island\".  Of these, the improved cooling mechanisms and lubrication science are probably key.","human_ref_B":"I've got a 2008 BMW 535xi with twin turbos sitting at \\~170k miles on the factory turbos.  As with anything else that's oiled, as long as you keep up with oil changes and use good oil.... they last.  This brings up the whole 5 - 10k mile oil change convo, IMO if you've got turbo's, change the oil every 3k miles.  I do it on any car, but its more important with turbocharged motors.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2323.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"dt0o9s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Modern turbos in the long run?  I  used to have a 2013 G37 but due to an accident in January, the car that  I thought I would be driving for the next 5-7 years is no more. Finally  getting around to car shopping now and looking at Q50s, but they've all  got turbos... and so does everyone else. I was always inclined to not  trust them because they wouldn't stand the test of time, repairs are  expensive, etc. I also understand that the tech has probably come a very  long way for nearly every manufacturer to be shoving them into every  car in existence, but I have to ask - are they truly good enough to be  comparable to non-turbos in terms of reliability these days?  Also  open to hear suggestions for other options than Infiniti, but in that  same quasi-luxury class and price range. I'm kind of brand loyal to them  out of a) car ignorance, and b) a phenomenal previous experience.","c_root_id_A":"f6tkceo","c_root_id_B":"f6tngc1","created_at_utc_A":1573150202,"created_at_utc_B":1573151563,"score_A":3,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"2014 Buick Regal turbo sitting on the factory turbo at 143k miles, and she's factory set to about 23 pounds of boost, so that's a bit of pressure on it.   Every manufacturer uses them now because they produce more efficient engines and current tech makes it to they aren't any less reliable. The major difference is there's a ton more supporting parts to make a turbo happen, so that's more stuff that can break that a NA engine wouldnt worry about. Either way it does add more to repair costs no matter how well it holds together, but they aren't going to inherently break down more often just because it has a turbo anymore.","human_ref_B":"Almost everything has changed about modern turbocharger technology:  1. Electric pumps that continue to circulate coolant or oil through the turbo's center section after shut down, protecting bearings from coking. 2. Better oil chemistry via synthetic long-chain molecules that maintain their lubricity far longer. 3. Direct injection provides tighter optimization of the combustion process.  4. Many engines now integrate the turbo into the head with water jackets, improving not only engine heat-up time, but keeping the turbo bearings cooler.  5. Higher precision machining of the turbo's rotating assembly 6. The continual march of materials science means new coatings and high-heat turbine materials 7. Supercomputers, optimizing flow characteristics to increase the both the turbine & compressor's \"efficiency island\".  Of these, the improved cooling mechanisms and lubrication science are probably key.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1361.0,"score_ratio":6.6666666667}
{"post_id":"dl3soo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If you had $20k to spend on a car in the US, what would be your choice of sedan\/hatchback\/coupe? Looking for something with a bigger engine but doesn't kill the gas milage as it will be a daily commuter.","c_root_id_A":"f4newfd","c_root_id_B":"f4nbmga","created_at_utc_A":1571688741,"created_at_utc_B":1571687772,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Fiesta ST.","human_ref_B":"If you want something a little bigger\/nicer, a 2013+ Audi A6. Their quality has come a long way in recent years and the 2.0T engine cars (same motor as the GTI) get great fuel economy and can be easily found for under $20k.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":969.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"dl3soo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"If you had $20k to spend on a car in the US, what would be your choice of sedan\/hatchback\/coupe? Looking for something with a bigger engine but doesn't kill the gas milage as it will be a daily commuter.","c_root_id_A":"f4nj742","c_root_id_B":"f4nbmga","created_at_utc_A":1571689975,"created_at_utc_B":1571687772,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If it *were me*, I would probably look used. For a sedan, you should be able to find even like a Lexus IS 250 or 350 AWD in that price range. Great reliability, fast, superb handling, etc. You can't go wrong with a Lexus\/Toyota. You might also be able to find a used Acura LTX in that price range, depending on mileage\/year. That way you could probably get super-handling AWD, which is like cheater mode for your car.  If you want a hatch, maybe a Lexus CT, though I'm personally not a huge fan of a hybrid.  If you're leaning more mainline hatch, not later model luxury car, I would probably look at either a Mazda 3 hatch or Honda Civic Hatch. The Civic comes in a turbo and is faster than the 3, but the 3 (IMHO) is a nicer overall package.","human_ref_B":"If you want something a little bigger\/nicer, a 2013+ Audi A6. Their quality has come a long way in recent years and the 2.0T engine cars (same motor as the GTI) get great fuel economy and can be easily found for under $20k.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2203.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"dbje1e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is a tie rod replacement something that I, a beginner, can do myself? I bought an 02 Pontiac Grand Am off of Craigslist last week because my old car shot craps on me. It's not in the best shape, but it runs. I took it in for a state inspection (Missouri) today so I can get it licensed, but it failed, with the mechanic citing that the tie rod ends had lost their tolerance and need to be replaced. That work, plus the alignment afterwards will run about $350. While I could scrape to get that money together, I have a lot more time than money right now. I found this video describing the repair process, and it seems pretty straightforward. My question is if this repair is worth trying on my own, or if there is a big enough chance that I'll mess it up and have to spend even more at the mechanic? Would I be saving any money by doing it myself? This is the first car that's ever really been my own, and I'd like to learn how it works and how to take care of it, but not (in this instance) if it means I could seriously mess something up. Thanks in advance for any advice.","c_root_id_A":"f22cya6","c_root_id_B":"f22i404","created_at_utc_A":1569886574,"created_at_utc_B":1569889505,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes, just watch youtube videos.  It's not that hard","human_ref_B":"Speaking from personal experience, it's gonna be a process if it's your first time. Not to discourage you, but somethings gonna go wrong, something will break, a bolt will be stuck, etc... It's never easy learning, but it's well worth doing.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2931.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cdiq2m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Difference between Chevy 60's engines and late 70's engines? Hey guys!  I am wondering what exactly did GM have to do to meet emissions standards in 1975? I know their engine power ratings took a substantial drop. But why exactly?   Did the block itself change to help meet? Or was it just intake, carb, and exhaust restrictions bolted onto the same blocks?   I ask because I'm looking at buying a 75' Chevy 350 engine. Its rating was 145hp. Which is insanely low for the C.I.   But I also have headers, aluminum performer intake and edlebrock performer carb. Would just those changes improve the power output? (No cats, straight piped).   Or was there something in its core that strangled the power?   Engine is a complete running 350 for $200. I'm looking to replace my 1980 267. Which has almost the same hp rating. (120hp and almost 250lb feet torque).","c_root_id_A":"etu74zt","c_root_id_B":"etu72f3","created_at_utc_A":1563205883,"created_at_utc_B":1563205834,"score_A":11,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Cylinder heads are worse as well. And lower compression.","human_ref_B":"First: adoption of SAE methods for testing hp in 1972 may have cut their horsepower claims (more accurate, taking into account accessories and transmission losses)     Second: compression was reduced in the 70s model engines. Then cam timing. Then carburation restrictions. In order to meet emissions standards.     Source: superchevy.com","labels":1,"seconds_difference":49.0,"score_ratio":1.2222222222}
{"post_id":"cdiq2m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Difference between Chevy 60's engines and late 70's engines? Hey guys!  I am wondering what exactly did GM have to do to meet emissions standards in 1975? I know their engine power ratings took a substantial drop. But why exactly?   Did the block itself change to help meet? Or was it just intake, carb, and exhaust restrictions bolted onto the same blocks?   I ask because I'm looking at buying a 75' Chevy 350 engine. Its rating was 145hp. Which is insanely low for the C.I.   But I also have headers, aluminum performer intake and edlebrock performer carb. Would just those changes improve the power output? (No cats, straight piped).   Or was there something in its core that strangled the power?   Engine is a complete running 350 for $200. I'm looking to replace my 1980 267. Which has almost the same hp rating. (120hp and almost 250lb feet torque).","c_root_id_A":"etu6rzy","c_root_id_B":"etu74zt","created_at_utc_A":1563205637,"created_at_utc_B":1563205883,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Not an expert, but in general, compression ratios and egr. With heads, intake and exhaust you should be able to get as much power out of it as any other year.  Some of the later TBI fuel injected engines came with some desirable changes, like hydraulic roller cams, some had steel cranks, and of course a one piece rear main, and now that everyone is putting LS engines in everything they are getting cheap. Of course, you need to verify what you're looking at, there are lots of variants and changes.","human_ref_B":"Cylinder heads are worse as well. And lower compression.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":246.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"cdiq2m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Difference between Chevy 60's engines and late 70's engines? Hey guys!  I am wondering what exactly did GM have to do to meet emissions standards in 1975? I know their engine power ratings took a substantial drop. But why exactly?   Did the block itself change to help meet? Or was it just intake, carb, and exhaust restrictions bolted onto the same blocks?   I ask because I'm looking at buying a 75' Chevy 350 engine. Its rating was 145hp. Which is insanely low for the C.I.   But I also have headers, aluminum performer intake and edlebrock performer carb. Would just those changes improve the power output? (No cats, straight piped).   Or was there something in its core that strangled the power?   Engine is a complete running 350 for $200. I'm looking to replace my 1980 267. Which has almost the same hp rating. (120hp and almost 250lb feet torque).","c_root_id_A":"etu6rzy","c_root_id_B":"etu72f3","created_at_utc_A":1563205637,"created_at_utc_B":1563205834,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Not an expert, but in general, compression ratios and egr. With heads, intake and exhaust you should be able to get as much power out of it as any other year.  Some of the later TBI fuel injected engines came with some desirable changes, like hydraulic roller cams, some had steel cranks, and of course a one piece rear main, and now that everyone is putting LS engines in everything they are getting cheap. Of course, you need to verify what you're looking at, there are lots of variants and changes.","human_ref_B":"First: adoption of SAE methods for testing hp in 1972 may have cut their horsepower claims (more accurate, taking into account accessories and transmission losses)     Second: compression was reduced in the 70s model engines. Then cam timing. Then carburation restrictions. In order to meet emissions standards.     Source: superchevy.com","labels":0,"seconds_difference":197.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"c55xso","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Used Mercedes C43 AMG (4WD) or New Tesla model 3 standard plus (RWD)?    As the title suggests I am trying to decide between the two cars. I have test driven the C43 and love it, I haven't driven a model 3 yet but will test drive one before considering buying. I would be looking to get a used version with premium plus and performance exhaust options for \\~ \u00a335k. For \u00a338k I can get a Tesla model 3, I have always wanted a Tesla (or other decent electric car) and was thinking about having one after my next car. I currently divide my time between my parents houses, my mum is currently selling her house so cant really get a home charger installed so 3 pin charging only for me there, and at my dads I cannot charge at all. There is some fast chargers near me though.  I currently have an alfa romeo giulia veloce (rwd) that costs a fortune to insure and fuel so the AMG wouldn't be much different, but the model 3 would be cheaper to run. I want to get rid of my alfa for a few reasons: 1) its falling apart, 2) its crap in the snow, literally wont go anywhere.  I should also point out that im currently saving for my own house so the model 3 might be better for that as my petrol and servicing costs for a year currently run about \u00a34500. But, the AMG is a much more fun car to drive and listen to.  If you had to pick between the two options, what would you go for and why.","c_root_id_A":"erzzt4r","c_root_id_B":"es0k076","created_at_utc_A":1561460216,"created_at_utc_B":1561477047,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Tesla and you already know why.","human_ref_B":"The possible(!) Issues with the Mercedes are an important part to consider, but if you cant charge your vehicle it wont even be a point you'll consider   You have one time limited option that is barely acceptable,  one non option and th supercharger network which will be annoying over time.  If you had one decent charging point my opinion would be different, but I'd go for the merc just to not hate myself after 6 months for having to charge it every second evening at a place where I have to stay with my car","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16831.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"c55xso","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Used Mercedes C43 AMG (4WD) or New Tesla model 3 standard plus (RWD)?    As the title suggests I am trying to decide between the two cars. I have test driven the C43 and love it, I haven't driven a model 3 yet but will test drive one before considering buying. I would be looking to get a used version with premium plus and performance exhaust options for \\~ \u00a335k. For \u00a338k I can get a Tesla model 3, I have always wanted a Tesla (or other decent electric car) and was thinking about having one after my next car. I currently divide my time between my parents houses, my mum is currently selling her house so cant really get a home charger installed so 3 pin charging only for me there, and at my dads I cannot charge at all. There is some fast chargers near me though.  I currently have an alfa romeo giulia veloce (rwd) that costs a fortune to insure and fuel so the AMG wouldn't be much different, but the model 3 would be cheaper to run. I want to get rid of my alfa for a few reasons: 1) its falling apart, 2) its crap in the snow, literally wont go anywhere.  I should also point out that im currently saving for my own house so the model 3 might be better for that as my petrol and servicing costs for a year currently run about \u00a34500. But, the AMG is a much more fun car to drive and listen to.  If you had to pick between the two options, what would you go for and why.","c_root_id_A":"es0k076","c_root_id_B":"es056v7","created_at_utc_A":1561477047,"created_at_utc_B":1561466028,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The possible(!) Issues with the Mercedes are an important part to consider, but if you cant charge your vehicle it wont even be a point you'll consider   You have one time limited option that is barely acceptable,  one non option and th supercharger network which will be annoying over time.  If you had one decent charging point my opinion would be different, but I'd go for the merc just to not hate myself after 6 months for having to charge it every second evening at a place where I have to stay with my car","human_ref_B":"These are two very different vehicles. So it comes down to you. Will the tesla be available immediately or are you gonna wait for  years to take delivery? Will the amg be any better in the snow? (hint, if it's still on summer tires it won't be) Do you want something engaging to drive or something that's cheap to drive?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11019.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"c55xso","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Used Mercedes C43 AMG (4WD) or New Tesla model 3 standard plus (RWD)?    As the title suggests I am trying to decide between the two cars. I have test driven the C43 and love it, I haven't driven a model 3 yet but will test drive one before considering buying. I would be looking to get a used version with premium plus and performance exhaust options for \\~ \u00a335k. For \u00a338k I can get a Tesla model 3, I have always wanted a Tesla (or other decent electric car) and was thinking about having one after my next car. I currently divide my time between my parents houses, my mum is currently selling her house so cant really get a home charger installed so 3 pin charging only for me there, and at my dads I cannot charge at all. There is some fast chargers near me though.  I currently have an alfa romeo giulia veloce (rwd) that costs a fortune to insure and fuel so the AMG wouldn't be much different, but the model 3 would be cheaper to run. I want to get rid of my alfa for a few reasons: 1) its falling apart, 2) its crap in the snow, literally wont go anywhere.  I should also point out that im currently saving for my own house so the model 3 might be better for that as my petrol and servicing costs for a year currently run about \u00a34500. But, the AMG is a much more fun car to drive and listen to.  If you had to pick between the two options, what would you go for and why.","c_root_id_A":"es0k076","c_root_id_B":"es0hcvz","created_at_utc_A":1561477047,"created_at_utc_B":1561475321,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The possible(!) Issues with the Mercedes are an important part to consider, but if you cant charge your vehicle it wont even be a point you'll consider   You have one time limited option that is barely acceptable,  one non option and th supercharger network which will be annoying over time.  If you had one decent charging point my opinion would be different, but I'd go for the merc just to not hate myself after 6 months for having to charge it every second evening at a place where I have to stay with my car","human_ref_B":"The Mercedes is just gonna inevitably reproduce all the problems you have with your Alfa.  Personally I don't think a used luxury car is a good idea under any circumstances.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1726.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"bn18sm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Will an alignment fix a significantly off-center steering wheel? 2006 Honda Accord. When driving straight, wheel is tilted left approximately 15 degrees. Markings are correctly aligned at the wheel and also at the bottom of steering column connection near the pedals.","c_root_id_A":"en1fx4j","c_root_id_B":"en1f8dz","created_at_utc_A":1557511086,"created_at_utc_B":1557510683,"score_A":10,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"As long as there's not anything else wrong. It's possible the last tech that did the alignment didn't fully center the steering wheel before making adjustments. How long ago was your last alignment? And was the problem evident right away?","human_ref_B":"Assuming there are no other prevailing issues, yes. Did the steering used to be centered?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":403.0,"score_ratio":1.4285714286}
{"post_id":"b920o0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"My buddy has a 2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn and it appears the bed liner is covering a light. Should this part have been punched out? https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/LH5BqI8","c_root_id_A":"ek1nyvg","c_root_id_B":"ek2at86","created_at_utc_A":1554318789,"created_at_utc_B":1554334244,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"That is just an access hole for the hook.","human_ref_B":"It's a generic bed liner. Cut out a spot for the light to shine through. Should be one on each side of the bed, possibly more. My buddy has an 18 big Horn, and the lighted bed is sweet","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15455.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"9maz3v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"If you could go back in time and buy any car new at MSRP when would you travel back to and what would you buy? Assuming money is no object","c_root_id_A":"e7dfs4x","c_root_id_B":"e7ddk1q","created_at_utc_A":1538968835,"created_at_utc_B":1538966550,"score_A":22,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"1962 Ferrari 250 GTO","human_ref_B":"2006 Ford GT Heritage\/Gulf.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2285.0,"score_ratio":4.4}
{"post_id":"9maz3v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"If you could go back in time and buy any car new at MSRP when would you travel back to and what would you buy? Assuming money is no object","c_root_id_A":"e7dfs4x","c_root_id_B":"e7de3bm","created_at_utc_A":1538968835,"created_at_utc_B":1538967096,"score_A":22,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"1962 Ferrari 250 GTO","human_ref_B":"Duesenberg Model SJ.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1739.0,"score_ratio":7.3333333333}
{"post_id":"9maz3v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"If you could go back in time and buy any car new at MSRP when would you travel back to and what would you buy? Assuming money is no object","c_root_id_A":"e7df4dr","c_root_id_B":"e7dfs4x","created_at_utc_A":1538968148,"created_at_utc_B":1538968835,"score_A":2,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"1997 Porsche 911 turbo S in Arena Red","human_ref_B":"1962 Ferrari 250 GTO","labels":0,"seconds_difference":687.0,"score_ratio":11.0}
{"post_id":"9maz3v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"If you could go back in time and buy any car new at MSRP when would you travel back to and what would you buy? Assuming money is no object","c_root_id_A":"e7de3bm","c_root_id_B":"e7dhafi","created_at_utc_A":1538967096,"created_at_utc_B":1538970408,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Duesenberg Model SJ.","human_ref_B":"2008 Subaru Legacy GT wagon.  Or maybe an Outback XT of the same year.  I\u2019d also consider whatever the last year Audi A4 Avant that was imported to the US with a stick shift.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3312.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"9maz3v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"If you could go back in time and buy any car new at MSRP when would you travel back to and what would you buy? Assuming money is no object","c_root_id_A":"e7dhafi","c_root_id_B":"e7df4dr","created_at_utc_A":1538970408,"created_at_utc_B":1538968148,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"2008 Subaru Legacy GT wagon.  Or maybe an Outback XT of the same year.  I\u2019d also consider whatever the last year Audi A4 Avant that was imported to the US with a stick shift.","human_ref_B":"1997 Porsche 911 turbo S in Arena Red","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2260.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"8nimo2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Candle\/air freshener that smells like hot\/burning clutch? Bear with me. My younger brother loved the smell of a hot clutch so much he went through 3 clutches in something like 6 years. He talked about how much he loved the smell quite often. Almost obsessively so. He's\u2026 special.    Since he had 2 kids, he traded his WRX for a sensible 4Runner. I love my brother but I also wanna give him sort of a gag gift for his 35th birthday coming up. Can anyone suggest an air freshener\/candle with a similar... odor\u2026 that would give him that nice nostalgia without ruining someone's vehicle? I know there's campfire scented candles and that seems close-ish. Maybe some strange combo of car enthusiast\/artisanal candle maker site I've over looked? Am I gonna have to learn perfumery to make this gift happen?    Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"dzvxw0r","c_root_id_B":"dzvqdh2","created_at_utc_A":1527783206,"created_at_utc_B":1527776489,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"https:\/\/store.carthrottle.com\/collections\/homeware\/Candles","human_ref_B":"Lol that\u2019s terrible, teach him to drive Anyway about your question, maybe try and make a scented candle with some engine oil and ceramic dust mixture in it? Should make a similar smell","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6717.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"71nsml","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Best fire extinguisher for a car? Type? Size? Location? Ect?","c_root_id_A":"dnc777m","c_root_id_B":"dnc66pu","created_at_utc_A":1506048001,"created_at_utc_B":1506046642,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Under front passenger seat! Check this out. Pretty helpful, these guys are awesome and entertaining. https:\/\/youtu.be\/x28_c9QZMFM","human_ref_B":"1kg powder extinguisher, rated ABC either in boot or underneath front of passenger seat. Mount that bad boy securely too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1359.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"71nsml","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Best fire extinguisher for a car? Type? Size? Location? Ect?","c_root_id_A":"dnc66pu","c_root_id_B":"dncm3xy","created_at_utc_A":1506046642,"created_at_utc_B":1506079948,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"1kg powder extinguisher, rated ABC either in boot or underneath front of passenger seat. Mount that bad boy securely too.","human_ref_B":"Minimum 2.5lb on board. Preferably one 5lb or two 2.5lb. ABC rating is a must.   For a 'nice' car, that I don't really have to worry about, mounted either to the trunk lid or another spot on the top of the trunk.   For a beater that has a decent chance of catching itself on fire, passenger footwell, against the center console. Quickly reached, even while seatbelted.   Fire is my biggest worry when it comes to vehicle accidents.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33306.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4tfxj6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What cools down a car faster? AC or open windows. What cools down the inside of a car quicker? Switching on the AC (or in my case the fan) or opening the windows?","c_root_id_A":"d5gygfa","c_root_id_B":"d5gy36j","created_at_utc_A":1468859405,"created_at_utc_B":1468858897,"score_A":15,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If your car has been baking in the sun rolling down the windows and driving air through it that way is infinitely superior. It \"instantaneously\" brings the temperature inside the car down to the temperature outside the car.  But unless the desired temperature is the one that is outside the car you are going to have to roll up the windows at some point and turn a cooling mechanism.","human_ref_B":"Initially open windows, but switch to A\/C and roll up the windows when it starts blowing cool air.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":508.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"4tfxj6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What cools down a car faster? AC or open windows. What cools down the inside of a car quicker? Switching on the AC (or in my case the fan) or opening the windows?","c_root_id_A":"d5hdxy7","c_root_id_B":"d5gy36j","created_at_utc_A":1468880571,"created_at_utc_B":1468858897,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Super hot car? Roll down passenger window. Then give the drivers door 5 good opens & closes. The amount of heat shed is unbelievable until you try it.   Edit: found the original vid:  https:\/\/youtu.be\/NPqpAwjaSuY","human_ref_B":"Initially open windows, but switch to A\/C and roll up the windows when it starts blowing cool air.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21674.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bur85","c_root_id_B":"d5butrf","created_at_utc_A":1468499520,"created_at_utc_B":1468499666,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Im in the states. We have a little bit of everything, but in my experience the biggest cultures are by far Muscle, ricers, and 4x4\/ offroad. Thats really general though. Different areas of the states also tend to have their own identities.","human_ref_B":"I live in the US, work in Detroit (General Motors) and live 15 minutes away from Woodward Avenue.  I'm honestly convinced this is the pinnacle of automotive enthusiasm.    The Dream Cruise is the largest one day auto event in the world.  Depending on weather and all that, we'll draw close to 2 million people.  It technically stretches about 30 miles from Detroit to Pontiac (all of Woodward Ave.) although the primary \"cruise\" areas are really from about 9 Mile Rd to Long Lake (18 Mile) and then once you get up in to Pontiac it gets very busy again.  The metro-Detroit area has a bit of everything, though, and for the most part nobody cares what it is.  We have old cars with new engines, we have Fords with Chevy engines, we have imports and domestics, etc.  There are certain stigmas attached to each type of car, although I think people do a good job of accepting just about anybody at formal car shows.  Unlike the OP, we get a ton of muscle cars.  Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger, etc.  Those are by far the most popular.  Corvettes are another very common car.  We also have our share of imports.  Honda's have somewhat fallen out of favor, but more because they don't really make anything performance oriented anymore.  We still get a lot of Subaru, BMW and VW.  We get more than a handful of Mercedes.  In my area, with as big as the automotive aftermarket is and with how many enthusiasts there are, we see some more of the unusual side of things, too.  Last weekend I went to a small Cars and Coffee event on Woodward and there was a McLaren MP4-12C, a Morgan 3 Wheeler, a couple of Ferrari's and quite a few other unusual cars.  Honestly, for anyone who is that in to cars, metro-Detroit is a great area to vacation if you come for the weekend of the Dream Cruise.  You'll never see so many different cars in one area.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":146.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5butrf","c_root_id_B":"d5btyas","created_at_utc_A":1468499666,"created_at_utc_B":1468497708,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I live in the US, work in Detroit (General Motors) and live 15 minutes away from Woodward Avenue.  I'm honestly convinced this is the pinnacle of automotive enthusiasm.    The Dream Cruise is the largest one day auto event in the world.  Depending on weather and all that, we'll draw close to 2 million people.  It technically stretches about 30 miles from Detroit to Pontiac (all of Woodward Ave.) although the primary \"cruise\" areas are really from about 9 Mile Rd to Long Lake (18 Mile) and then once you get up in to Pontiac it gets very busy again.  The metro-Detroit area has a bit of everything, though, and for the most part nobody cares what it is.  We have old cars with new engines, we have Fords with Chevy engines, we have imports and domestics, etc.  There are certain stigmas attached to each type of car, although I think people do a good job of accepting just about anybody at formal car shows.  Unlike the OP, we get a ton of muscle cars.  Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger, etc.  Those are by far the most popular.  Corvettes are another very common car.  We also have our share of imports.  Honda's have somewhat fallen out of favor, but more because they don't really make anything performance oriented anymore.  We still get a lot of Subaru, BMW and VW.  We get more than a handful of Mercedes.  In my area, with as big as the automotive aftermarket is and with how many enthusiasts there are, we see some more of the unusual side of things, too.  Last weekend I went to a small Cars and Coffee event on Woodward and there was a McLaren MP4-12C, a Morgan 3 Wheeler, a couple of Ferrari's and quite a few other unusual cars.  Honestly, for anyone who is that in to cars, metro-Detroit is a great area to vacation if you come for the weekend of the Dream Cruise.  You'll never see so many different cars in one area.","human_ref_B":"New Zealand car culture is pretty great. We have all types of cars over here, American, European, British, Australian, Chinese, Japanese, basically everything.   Mostly everyone has a respect for others cars and tastes, as there's a wide variety of both. There's plenty of people that own V8 Holdens and Fords or fast Euros, but these people generally aren't the car enthusiast type, they just want something fast that they can fit their family in. The majority of car people here are either into classics, like Impala, Mustang, XA Falcon, or your normal Japanese tuner car like WRX, Evo, or Skyline.   As far as I know you can't really live anywhere in NZ that isn't within about a 2hr drive of a racetrack so the general culture here is more one of function over form. Also helps that we have what's called a Warrant of Fitness, which is a safety check every 6 or 12 months depending on the age of the car, so you can't get away with stupid ass mods like crazy camber or dodgy lowering. But as far as mods go the sky's the limit, just as long as it's safe\/done well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1958.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bpqf8","c_root_id_B":"d5butrf","created_at_utc_A":1468484126,"created_at_utc_B":1468499666,"score_A":2,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","human_ref_B":"I live in the US, work in Detroit (General Motors) and live 15 minutes away from Woodward Avenue.  I'm honestly convinced this is the pinnacle of automotive enthusiasm.    The Dream Cruise is the largest one day auto event in the world.  Depending on weather and all that, we'll draw close to 2 million people.  It technically stretches about 30 miles from Detroit to Pontiac (all of Woodward Ave.) although the primary \"cruise\" areas are really from about 9 Mile Rd to Long Lake (18 Mile) and then once you get up in to Pontiac it gets very busy again.  The metro-Detroit area has a bit of everything, though, and for the most part nobody cares what it is.  We have old cars with new engines, we have Fords with Chevy engines, we have imports and domestics, etc.  There are certain stigmas attached to each type of car, although I think people do a good job of accepting just about anybody at formal car shows.  Unlike the OP, we get a ton of muscle cars.  Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger, etc.  Those are by far the most popular.  Corvettes are another very common car.  We also have our share of imports.  Honda's have somewhat fallen out of favor, but more because they don't really make anything performance oriented anymore.  We still get a lot of Subaru, BMW and VW.  We get more than a handful of Mercedes.  In my area, with as big as the automotive aftermarket is and with how many enthusiasts there are, we see some more of the unusual side of things, too.  Last weekend I went to a small Cars and Coffee event on Woodward and there was a McLaren MP4-12C, a Morgan 3 Wheeler, a couple of Ferrari's and quite a few other unusual cars.  Honestly, for anyone who is that in to cars, metro-Detroit is a great area to vacation if you come for the weekend of the Dream Cruise.  You'll never see so many different cars in one area.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15540.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5butrf","c_root_id_B":"d5bqje5","created_at_utc_A":1468499666,"created_at_utc_B":1468486836,"score_A":16,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in the US, work in Detroit (General Motors) and live 15 minutes away from Woodward Avenue.  I'm honestly convinced this is the pinnacle of automotive enthusiasm.    The Dream Cruise is the largest one day auto event in the world.  Depending on weather and all that, we'll draw close to 2 million people.  It technically stretches about 30 miles from Detroit to Pontiac (all of Woodward Ave.) although the primary \"cruise\" areas are really from about 9 Mile Rd to Long Lake (18 Mile) and then once you get up in to Pontiac it gets very busy again.  The metro-Detroit area has a bit of everything, though, and for the most part nobody cares what it is.  We have old cars with new engines, we have Fords with Chevy engines, we have imports and domestics, etc.  There are certain stigmas attached to each type of car, although I think people do a good job of accepting just about anybody at formal car shows.  Unlike the OP, we get a ton of muscle cars.  Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger, etc.  Those are by far the most popular.  Corvettes are another very common car.  We also have our share of imports.  Honda's have somewhat fallen out of favor, but more because they don't really make anything performance oriented anymore.  We still get a lot of Subaru, BMW and VW.  We get more than a handful of Mercedes.  In my area, with as big as the automotive aftermarket is and with how many enthusiasts there are, we see some more of the unusual side of things, too.  Last weekend I went to a small Cars and Coffee event on Woodward and there was a McLaren MP4-12C, a Morgan 3 Wheeler, a couple of Ferrari's and quite a few other unusual cars.  Honestly, for anyone who is that in to cars, metro-Detroit is a great area to vacation if you come for the weekend of the Dream Cruise.  You'll never see so many different cars in one area.","human_ref_B":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12830.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bur85","c_root_id_B":"d5btyas","created_at_utc_A":1468499520,"created_at_utc_B":1468497708,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Im in the states. We have a little bit of everything, but in my experience the biggest cultures are by far Muscle, ricers, and 4x4\/ offroad. Thats really general though. Different areas of the states also tend to have their own identities.","human_ref_B":"New Zealand car culture is pretty great. We have all types of cars over here, American, European, British, Australian, Chinese, Japanese, basically everything.   Mostly everyone has a respect for others cars and tastes, as there's a wide variety of both. There's plenty of people that own V8 Holdens and Fords or fast Euros, but these people generally aren't the car enthusiast type, they just want something fast that they can fit their family in. The majority of car people here are either into classics, like Impala, Mustang, XA Falcon, or your normal Japanese tuner car like WRX, Evo, or Skyline.   As far as I know you can't really live anywhere in NZ that isn't within about a 2hr drive of a racetrack so the general culture here is more one of function over form. Also helps that we have what's called a Warrant of Fitness, which is a safety check every 6 or 12 months depending on the age of the car, so you can't get away with stupid ass mods like crazy camber or dodgy lowering. But as far as mods go the sky's the limit, just as long as it's safe\/done well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1812.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bpqf8","c_root_id_B":"d5bur85","created_at_utc_A":1468484126,"created_at_utc_B":1468499520,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","human_ref_B":"Im in the states. We have a little bit of everything, but in my experience the biggest cultures are by far Muscle, ricers, and 4x4\/ offroad. Thats really general though. Different areas of the states also tend to have their own identities.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15394.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bur85","c_root_id_B":"d5bqje5","created_at_utc_A":1468499520,"created_at_utc_B":1468486836,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Im in the states. We have a little bit of everything, but in my experience the biggest cultures are by far Muscle, ricers, and 4x4\/ offroad. Thats really general though. Different areas of the states also tend to have their own identities.","human_ref_B":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12684.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5btyas","c_root_id_B":"d5bpqf8","created_at_utc_A":1468497708,"created_at_utc_B":1468484126,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"New Zealand car culture is pretty great. We have all types of cars over here, American, European, British, Australian, Chinese, Japanese, basically everything.   Mostly everyone has a respect for others cars and tastes, as there's a wide variety of both. There's plenty of people that own V8 Holdens and Fords or fast Euros, but these people generally aren't the car enthusiast type, they just want something fast that they can fit their family in. The majority of car people here are either into classics, like Impala, Mustang, XA Falcon, or your normal Japanese tuner car like WRX, Evo, or Skyline.   As far as I know you can't really live anywhere in NZ that isn't within about a 2hr drive of a racetrack so the general culture here is more one of function over form. Also helps that we have what's called a Warrant of Fitness, which is a safety check every 6 or 12 months depending on the age of the car, so you can't get away with stupid ass mods like crazy camber or dodgy lowering. But as far as mods go the sky's the limit, just as long as it's safe\/done well.","human_ref_B":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13582.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5btyas","c_root_id_B":"d5bqje5","created_at_utc_A":1468497708,"created_at_utc_B":1468486836,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"New Zealand car culture is pretty great. We have all types of cars over here, American, European, British, Australian, Chinese, Japanese, basically everything.   Mostly everyone has a respect for others cars and tastes, as there's a wide variety of both. There's plenty of people that own V8 Holdens and Fords or fast Euros, but these people generally aren't the car enthusiast type, they just want something fast that they can fit their family in. The majority of car people here are either into classics, like Impala, Mustang, XA Falcon, or your normal Japanese tuner car like WRX, Evo, or Skyline.   As far as I know you can't really live anywhere in NZ that isn't within about a 2hr drive of a racetrack so the general culture here is more one of function over form. Also helps that we have what's called a Warrant of Fitness, which is a safety check every 6 or 12 months depending on the age of the car, so you can't get away with stupid ass mods like crazy camber or dodgy lowering. But as far as mods go the sky's the limit, just as long as it's safe\/done well.","human_ref_B":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10872.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bvloc","c_root_id_B":"d5bpqf8","created_at_utc_A":1468501255,"created_at_utc_B":1468484126,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Extremely diverse in the US. There's meets for specific class of cars, usually. All American, Classic Germans, Japanese only, etc.   Here in Chicago, the biggest meet I can think off is the Subaru meet that happens once or twice a year. Tons of fun. **Tons** of subies.","human_ref_B":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17129.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bvloc","c_root_id_B":"d5bqje5","created_at_utc_A":1468501255,"created_at_utc_B":1468486836,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Extremely diverse in the US. There's meets for specific class of cars, usually. All American, Classic Germans, Japanese only, etc.   Here in Chicago, the biggest meet I can think off is the Subaru meet that happens once or twice a year. Tons of fun. **Tons** of subies.","human_ref_B":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14419.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bvloc","c_root_id_B":"d5bv428","created_at_utc_A":1468501255,"created_at_utc_B":1468500275,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Extremely diverse in the US. There's meets for specific class of cars, usually. All American, Classic Germans, Japanese only, etc.   Here in Chicago, the biggest meet I can think off is the Subaru meet that happens once or twice a year. Tons of fun. **Tons** of subies.","human_ref_B":"South Carolina. We have donks in the ghetto, muscle everywhere, and a little rice sprinkled in. Muscle cars are relatively cheap to buy and modify, especially f bodies and SN\/S197s, so they're pretty much the most prevalent.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":980.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c0q8u","c_root_id_B":"d5bpqf8","created_at_utc_A":1468509202,"created_at_utc_B":1468484126,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Here in Turkey, 90% of those who think they know a thing or two about cars actually don't know anything. Cars are incredibly expensive, so are the fuels. Most people use diesels. Having a 1.6 litre fiesta is considered excessively expensive, which is true unfortunately.   In short, not many people know a lot, everything related to cars are expensive so that car culture doesn't really exist.","human_ref_B":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":25076.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bqje5","c_root_id_B":"d5c0q8u","created_at_utc_A":1468486836,"created_at_utc_B":1468509202,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","human_ref_B":"Here in Turkey, 90% of those who think they know a thing or two about cars actually don't know anything. Cars are incredibly expensive, so are the fuels. Most people use diesels. Having a 1.6 litre fiesta is considered excessively expensive, which is true unfortunately.   In short, not many people know a lot, everything related to cars are expensive so that car culture doesn't really exist.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22366.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c0q8u","c_root_id_B":"d5bv428","created_at_utc_A":1468509202,"created_at_utc_B":1468500275,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Here in Turkey, 90% of those who think they know a thing or two about cars actually don't know anything. Cars are incredibly expensive, so are the fuels. Most people use diesels. Having a 1.6 litre fiesta is considered excessively expensive, which is true unfortunately.   In short, not many people know a lot, everything related to cars are expensive so that car culture doesn't really exist.","human_ref_B":"South Carolina. We have donks in the ghetto, muscle everywhere, and a little rice sprinkled in. Muscle cars are relatively cheap to buy and modify, especially f bodies and SN\/S197s, so they're pretty much the most prevalent.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8927.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5byoaw","c_root_id_B":"d5c0q8u","created_at_utc_A":1468506362,"created_at_utc_B":1468509202,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"About 30 mins from Seattle  -  lots of dumb cars on big rims, like pickups and stuff - some well-modded cars - rice, mostly aesthetics and no fart cans - lots of Porsche and Tesla cars - muscle is great here, corvettes are a commodity  Thankfully, I'm traveling right now. There's lots of nice cars, riding through to east coast and back.","human_ref_B":"Here in Turkey, 90% of those who think they know a thing or two about cars actually don't know anything. Cars are incredibly expensive, so are the fuels. Most people use diesels. Having a 1.6 litre fiesta is considered excessively expensive, which is true unfortunately.   In short, not many people know a lot, everything related to cars are expensive so that car culture doesn't really exist.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2840.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c3ud2","c_root_id_B":"d5bpqf8","created_at_utc_A":1468513196,"created_at_utc_B":1468484126,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in southern California the car culture is everywhere theres people with off road truck set ups to Hondas with LS1s making crazy horsepower to show cars  and everything inbetween .  A couple weeks ago I was driving by the OC and no shit saw a F40 on the freeway","human_ref_B":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29070.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bqje5","c_root_id_B":"d5c3ud2","created_at_utc_A":1468486836,"created_at_utc_B":1468513196,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","human_ref_B":"I live in southern California the car culture is everywhere theres people with off road truck set ups to Hondas with LS1s making crazy horsepower to show cars  and everything inbetween .  A couple weeks ago I was driving by the OC and no shit saw a F40 on the freeway","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26360.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c3ud2","c_root_id_B":"d5bv428","created_at_utc_A":1468513196,"created_at_utc_B":1468500275,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in southern California the car culture is everywhere theres people with off road truck set ups to Hondas with LS1s making crazy horsepower to show cars  and everything inbetween .  A couple weeks ago I was driving by the OC and no shit saw a F40 on the freeway","human_ref_B":"South Carolina. We have donks in the ghetto, muscle everywhere, and a little rice sprinkled in. Muscle cars are relatively cheap to buy and modify, especially f bodies and SN\/S197s, so they're pretty much the most prevalent.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12921.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c3ud2","c_root_id_B":"d5byoaw","created_at_utc_A":1468513196,"created_at_utc_B":1468506362,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in southern California the car culture is everywhere theres people with off road truck set ups to Hondas with LS1s making crazy horsepower to show cars  and everything inbetween .  A couple weeks ago I was driving by the OC and no shit saw a F40 on the freeway","human_ref_B":"About 30 mins from Seattle  -  lots of dumb cars on big rims, like pickups and stuff - some well-modded cars - rice, mostly aesthetics and no fart cans - lots of Porsche and Tesla cars - muscle is great here, corvettes are a commodity  Thankfully, I'm traveling right now. There's lots of nice cars, riding through to east coast and back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6834.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bpqf8","c_root_id_B":"d5c72ge","created_at_utc_A":1468484126,"created_at_utc_B":1468517241,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","human_ref_B":"I live in the US (North Alabama to be exact)   We have a very wide variety here in Huntsville where I am. We have a monthly meet at an upscale living area that is generally Exotics or more expensive cars lots of M's, AMG's, etc.  Huntsville is a rich engineers town so we have a lot of interesting stuff here. Several 918 Spyders, lots of Ferraris and other Porsches.   We also have a SCCA cars and coffee meet every first Saturday that is really awesome and generally the most friendly meet we have here with the biggest variety and the best social setting. SCCA also does rallycross and autocross here.    Recently \"stance crews\" have become a thing here and it's really fucking annoying, kids from the local music scene that don't actually care about cars buying 350z\/G35's\/Genesis, slamming them on bags and putting expensive wheels on them, and then charging people to come to their \"exclusive VIP import tuner stance meets\"   Outside the city there are tons of riced Honda's, usually primer grey or multiple colored parts, fart cans, cut springs, etc. They always usually try to race you and make a fool out of themselves. Lot's of lifted turbo diesels paid for with daddy's money that love to blow smoke at you.  All in all, we have a pretty cool car scene here, it's generally welcoming if you come to the right meet, otherwise you probably won't get talked to about your car if you aren't in the right click (Either the stance kids, or the older exotic owners) the good thing is we are only an hour away from Nashville, which has one of the largest exotic cars and coffee events in the country. The whole mall parking lot is usually full of exotics.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33115.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c72ge","c_root_id_B":"d5bqje5","created_at_utc_A":1468517241,"created_at_utc_B":1468486836,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in the US (North Alabama to be exact)   We have a very wide variety here in Huntsville where I am. We have a monthly meet at an upscale living area that is generally Exotics or more expensive cars lots of M's, AMG's, etc.  Huntsville is a rich engineers town so we have a lot of interesting stuff here. Several 918 Spyders, lots of Ferraris and other Porsches.   We also have a SCCA cars and coffee meet every first Saturday that is really awesome and generally the most friendly meet we have here with the biggest variety and the best social setting. SCCA also does rallycross and autocross here.    Recently \"stance crews\" have become a thing here and it's really fucking annoying, kids from the local music scene that don't actually care about cars buying 350z\/G35's\/Genesis, slamming them on bags and putting expensive wheels on them, and then charging people to come to their \"exclusive VIP import tuner stance meets\"   Outside the city there are tons of riced Honda's, usually primer grey or multiple colored parts, fart cans, cut springs, etc. They always usually try to race you and make a fool out of themselves. Lot's of lifted turbo diesels paid for with daddy's money that love to blow smoke at you.  All in all, we have a pretty cool car scene here, it's generally welcoming if you come to the right meet, otherwise you probably won't get talked to about your car if you aren't in the right click (Either the stance kids, or the older exotic owners) the good thing is we are only an hour away from Nashville, which has one of the largest exotic cars and coffee events in the country. The whole mall parking lot is usually full of exotics.","human_ref_B":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":30405.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5c72ge","c_root_id_B":"d5bv428","created_at_utc_A":1468517241,"created_at_utc_B":1468500275,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in the US (North Alabama to be exact)   We have a very wide variety here in Huntsville where I am. We have a monthly meet at an upscale living area that is generally Exotics or more expensive cars lots of M's, AMG's, etc.  Huntsville is a rich engineers town so we have a lot of interesting stuff here. Several 918 Spyders, lots of Ferraris and other Porsches.   We also have a SCCA cars and coffee meet every first Saturday that is really awesome and generally the most friendly meet we have here with the biggest variety and the best social setting. SCCA also does rallycross and autocross here.    Recently \"stance crews\" have become a thing here and it's really fucking annoying, kids from the local music scene that don't actually care about cars buying 350z\/G35's\/Genesis, slamming them on bags and putting expensive wheels on them, and then charging people to come to their \"exclusive VIP import tuner stance meets\"   Outside the city there are tons of riced Honda's, usually primer grey or multiple colored parts, fart cans, cut springs, etc. They always usually try to race you and make a fool out of themselves. Lot's of lifted turbo diesels paid for with daddy's money that love to blow smoke at you.  All in all, we have a pretty cool car scene here, it's generally welcoming if you come to the right meet, otherwise you probably won't get talked to about your car if you aren't in the right click (Either the stance kids, or the older exotic owners) the good thing is we are only an hour away from Nashville, which has one of the largest exotic cars and coffee events in the country. The whole mall parking lot is usually full of exotics.","human_ref_B":"South Carolina. We have donks in the ghetto, muscle everywhere, and a little rice sprinkled in. Muscle cars are relatively cheap to buy and modify, especially f bodies and SN\/S197s, so they're pretty much the most prevalent.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16966.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5byoaw","c_root_id_B":"d5c72ge","created_at_utc_A":1468506362,"created_at_utc_B":1468517241,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"About 30 mins from Seattle  -  lots of dumb cars on big rims, like pickups and stuff - some well-modded cars - rice, mostly aesthetics and no fart cans - lots of Porsche and Tesla cars - muscle is great here, corvettes are a commodity  Thankfully, I'm traveling right now. There's lots of nice cars, riding through to east coast and back.","human_ref_B":"I live in the US (North Alabama to be exact)   We have a very wide variety here in Huntsville where I am. We have a monthly meet at an upscale living area that is generally Exotics or more expensive cars lots of M's, AMG's, etc.  Huntsville is a rich engineers town so we have a lot of interesting stuff here. Several 918 Spyders, lots of Ferraris and other Porsches.   We also have a SCCA cars and coffee meet every first Saturday that is really awesome and generally the most friendly meet we have here with the biggest variety and the best social setting. SCCA also does rallycross and autocross here.    Recently \"stance crews\" have become a thing here and it's really fucking annoying, kids from the local music scene that don't actually care about cars buying 350z\/G35's\/Genesis, slamming them on bags and putting expensive wheels on them, and then charging people to come to their \"exclusive VIP import tuner stance meets\"   Outside the city there are tons of riced Honda's, usually primer grey or multiple colored parts, fart cans, cut springs, etc. They always usually try to race you and make a fool out of themselves. Lot's of lifted turbo diesels paid for with daddy's money that love to blow smoke at you.  All in all, we have a pretty cool car scene here, it's generally welcoming if you come to the right meet, otherwise you probably won't get talked to about your car if you aren't in the right click (Either the stance kids, or the older exotic owners) the good thing is we are only an hour away from Nashville, which has one of the largest exotic cars and coffee events in the country. The whole mall parking lot is usually full of exotics.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10879.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5g3cjp","c_root_id_B":"d5bpqf8","created_at_utc_A":1468793091,"created_at_utc_B":1468484126,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in Northern California (San francisco), the car culture here is similar to the political views of the people here - extremely liberal. In the local cars and coffee meet, I find a lot of  convertibles,  european sports car\/supercars (porsche, ferrari, etc..),  lots of bmws, some audi\/mercedes, few hot hatch enthusiasts,  some miatas and subarus,  Then there's always few shiny new Mustang owners who think they're above the rest, lol. Not a lot of muscle cars though. I suspect it's because of the windy mountain roads around here.   As for the crowd response, I'd sum it up with one line: people gather around modern Porsches more than an E30 M3. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but that's my observation.","human_ref_B":"Relatively cheap to mod cars but out of all cars the majority chooses to lower VW Golfs","labels":1,"seconds_difference":308965.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bqje5","c_root_id_B":"d5g3cjp","created_at_utc_A":1468486836,"created_at_utc_B":1468793091,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Car culture is - sadly - not very present here.  I mean we have big meets like the GTI meet at the W\u00f6rthersee, but car's are very expensive here due to taxes, insurance is through the roof because you have to pay monthly engine taxes based on your cars power.  Also, modded cars are rarer than unicorns, becaude everything has to be approved by the state which is expensive as fuck, complicated and takes forever.   Just to give you an idea, registering a car (a job which takes 5 minutes) costs \u20ac180.   A WRX costs around \u20ac15-20k more here than it does in Germany, I think.","human_ref_B":"I live in Northern California (San francisco), the car culture here is similar to the political views of the people here - extremely liberal. In the local cars and coffee meet, I find a lot of  convertibles,  european sports car\/supercars (porsche, ferrari, etc..),  lots of bmws, some audi\/mercedes, few hot hatch enthusiasts,  some miatas and subarus,  Then there's always few shiny new Mustang owners who think they're above the rest, lol. Not a lot of muscle cars though. I suspect it's because of the windy mountain roads around here.   As for the crowd response, I'd sum it up with one line: people gather around modern Porsches more than an E30 M3. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but that's my observation.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":306255.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5bv428","c_root_id_B":"d5g3cjp","created_at_utc_A":1468500275,"created_at_utc_B":1468793091,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"South Carolina. We have donks in the ghetto, muscle everywhere, and a little rice sprinkled in. Muscle cars are relatively cheap to buy and modify, especially f bodies and SN\/S197s, so they're pretty much the most prevalent.","human_ref_B":"I live in Northern California (San francisco), the car culture here is similar to the political views of the people here - extremely liberal. In the local cars and coffee meet, I find a lot of  convertibles,  european sports car\/supercars (porsche, ferrari, etc..),  lots of bmws, some audi\/mercedes, few hot hatch enthusiasts,  some miatas and subarus,  Then there's always few shiny new Mustang owners who think they're above the rest, lol. Not a lot of muscle cars though. I suspect it's because of the windy mountain roads around here.   As for the crowd response, I'd sum it up with one line: people gather around modern Porsches more than an E30 M3. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but that's my observation.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":292816.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5g3cjp","c_root_id_B":"d5byoaw","created_at_utc_A":1468793091,"created_at_utc_B":1468506362,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in Northern California (San francisco), the car culture here is similar to the political views of the people here - extremely liberal. In the local cars and coffee meet, I find a lot of  convertibles,  european sports car\/supercars (porsche, ferrari, etc..),  lots of bmws, some audi\/mercedes, few hot hatch enthusiasts,  some miatas and subarus,  Then there's always few shiny new Mustang owners who think they're above the rest, lol. Not a lot of muscle cars though. I suspect it's because of the windy mountain roads around here.   As for the crowd response, I'd sum it up with one line: people gather around modern Porsches more than an E30 M3. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but that's my observation.","human_ref_B":"About 30 mins from Seattle  -  lots of dumb cars on big rims, like pickups and stuff - some well-modded cars - rice, mostly aesthetics and no fart cans - lots of Porsche and Tesla cars - muscle is great here, corvettes are a commodity  Thankfully, I'm traveling right now. There's lots of nice cars, riding through to east coast and back.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":286729.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5g3cjp","c_root_id_B":"d5c9ftt","created_at_utc_A":1468793091,"created_at_utc_B":1468520230,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in Northern California (San francisco), the car culture here is similar to the political views of the people here - extremely liberal. In the local cars and coffee meet, I find a lot of  convertibles,  european sports car\/supercars (porsche, ferrari, etc..),  lots of bmws, some audi\/mercedes, few hot hatch enthusiasts,  some miatas and subarus,  Then there's always few shiny new Mustang owners who think they're above the rest, lol. Not a lot of muscle cars though. I suspect it's because of the windy mountain roads around here.   As for the crowd response, I'd sum it up with one line: people gather around modern Porsches more than an E30 M3. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but that's my observation.","human_ref_B":"El Paso, Texas here:  One '04 Scion xA, one '06 Scion xB, and one '12 Prius v (in dreamy silver).  And that's just in my driveway!  It's a helluva car culture here; nothing but exotics and no-bean chili.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":272861.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4sruae","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the car culture like in your country? I'm interested as to the car cultures you guys have in your home countries\/the countries you live in now. In Australia people are fairly judgemental, and Hondas are basically taboo. Down south in Canberra, camber is a massive thing, and almost every car from there that's been extensively modified has at least some camber. In my experiences in Caberra, Queensland and NSW, Evos, WRX STI's, Supras, Silvias and Skylines are the most common JDM cars we have. Cars like 300zx's, S2000's, Alteza's, and general muscle cars are a rarity at car meets. Holdens are probably the most common general cars here, and there's always at least 1 at every meet.   Also everything here is fucking expensive.","c_root_id_A":"d5g3cjp","c_root_id_B":"d5d90m3","created_at_utc_A":1468793091,"created_at_utc_B":1468588645,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I live in Northern California (San francisco), the car culture here is similar to the political views of the people here - extremely liberal. In the local cars and coffee meet, I find a lot of  convertibles,  european sports car\/supercars (porsche, ferrari, etc..),  lots of bmws, some audi\/mercedes, few hot hatch enthusiasts,  some miatas and subarus,  Then there's always few shiny new Mustang owners who think they're above the rest, lol. Not a lot of muscle cars though. I suspect it's because of the windy mountain roads around here.   As for the crowd response, I'd sum it up with one line: people gather around modern Porsches more than an E30 M3. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but that's my observation.","human_ref_B":"Yeah I'd hope so  Most redditors seem pretty chill not to many stance kids floating around","labels":1,"seconds_difference":204446.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ytrw0b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I\u2019m lost, guys. Shop says blown head gasket, but not seeing any signs whatsoever? Hey, guys. Kind of stumped on this one. My wife\u2019s 2014 chevy sonic went into the shop for something unrelated (tires). She had them check the heat which has not worked since last winter while it was there.   We got a call from the mechanic, sharing the devastating news that the heat likely did not work due to a blown head gasket - a $2500 repair which is half of the car\u2019s value. Yikes. Something didn\u2019t sit right with me, as there have been no signs of a blown head gasket. The shop said it was determined by a test that found coolant in the oil.   Well, I drained the oil and didn\u2019t see any coolant in it at all. Coolant was a touch low but seemingly from normal use, topped it off and not seeing it decrease after driving. No overheating, no leaks, no smells, no white exhaust, no abnormalities while running, nothing. Again, heating hasn\u2019t worked for over a year, surely wouldn\u2019t be the only symptom for that length of time.   I\u2019m relieved, but confused. This is from a shop that I trust, but I just can\u2019t verify what they\u2019re saying is true. Can a head gasket cause a leak that slight that you could only see it with a test? I\u2019m going to continue to monitor, but feeling like I was going to be finessed for a lot of money..","c_root_id_A":"iw5xtw1","c_root_id_B":"iw5wdr5","created_at_utc_A":1668316214,"created_at_utc_B":1668315363,"score_A":19,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You need a 2nd opinion.","human_ref_B":"Go get a cooling system pressure tester, you can get them as a loaner tool. Put it on the system and pump it up. See if it loses any pressure over a day. No loss - no leaks. If it's a small leak and you want to try to find it you could pull the plugs and look, a leak into a cylinder will normally cause a plug to be different than the others. If you want a fix that might work you could try blue devil if you can narrow it down to an actual blown gasket, it usually works with small leaks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":851.0,"score_ratio":2.1111111111}
{"post_id":"ytrw0b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I\u2019m lost, guys. Shop says blown head gasket, but not seeing any signs whatsoever? Hey, guys. Kind of stumped on this one. My wife\u2019s 2014 chevy sonic went into the shop for something unrelated (tires). She had them check the heat which has not worked since last winter while it was there.   We got a call from the mechanic, sharing the devastating news that the heat likely did not work due to a blown head gasket - a $2500 repair which is half of the car\u2019s value. Yikes. Something didn\u2019t sit right with me, as there have been no signs of a blown head gasket. The shop said it was determined by a test that found coolant in the oil.   Well, I drained the oil and didn\u2019t see any coolant in it at all. Coolant was a touch low but seemingly from normal use, topped it off and not seeing it decrease after driving. No overheating, no leaks, no smells, no white exhaust, no abnormalities while running, nothing. Again, heating hasn\u2019t worked for over a year, surely wouldn\u2019t be the only symptom for that length of time.   I\u2019m relieved, but confused. This is from a shop that I trust, but I just can\u2019t verify what they\u2019re saying is true. Can a head gasket cause a leak that slight that you could only see it with a test? I\u2019m going to continue to monitor, but feeling like I was going to be finessed for a lot of money..","c_root_id_A":"iw6259p","c_root_id_B":"iw5wdr5","created_at_utc_A":1668318955,"created_at_utc_B":1668315363,"score_A":11,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You absolutely need to get a second diagnosis","human_ref_B":"Go get a cooling system pressure tester, you can get them as a loaner tool. Put it on the system and pump it up. See if it loses any pressure over a day. No loss - no leaks. If it's a small leak and you want to try to find it you could pull the plugs and look, a leak into a cylinder will normally cause a plug to be different than the others. If you want a fix that might work you could try blue devil if you can narrow it down to an actual blown gasket, it usually works with small leaks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3592.0,"score_ratio":1.2222222222}
{"post_id":"ytrw0b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I\u2019m lost, guys. Shop says blown head gasket, but not seeing any signs whatsoever? Hey, guys. Kind of stumped on this one. My wife\u2019s 2014 chevy sonic went into the shop for something unrelated (tires). She had them check the heat which has not worked since last winter while it was there.   We got a call from the mechanic, sharing the devastating news that the heat likely did not work due to a blown head gasket - a $2500 repair which is half of the car\u2019s value. Yikes. Something didn\u2019t sit right with me, as there have been no signs of a blown head gasket. The shop said it was determined by a test that found coolant in the oil.   Well, I drained the oil and didn\u2019t see any coolant in it at all. Coolant was a touch low but seemingly from normal use, topped it off and not seeing it decrease after driving. No overheating, no leaks, no smells, no white exhaust, no abnormalities while running, nothing. Again, heating hasn\u2019t worked for over a year, surely wouldn\u2019t be the only symptom for that length of time.   I\u2019m relieved, but confused. This is from a shop that I trust, but I just can\u2019t verify what they\u2019re saying is true. Can a head gasket cause a leak that slight that you could only see it with a test? I\u2019m going to continue to monitor, but feeling like I was going to be finessed for a lot of money..","c_root_id_A":"iw639hu","c_root_id_B":"iw6oi20","created_at_utc_A":1668319619,"created_at_utc_B":1668336815,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"What was the underlying reason why the heat stopped working?  If it was low coolant, and the car was driven with significantly low coolant for almost a year, there could be big issues like a blown head gasket.","human_ref_B":"Coolant needs to be tested for combustion gas. This will tell you https:\/\/www.sidchrome.com.au\/product\/combustion-leak-test-kit\/  It's possible for the headgasket to be blown, pushing gas into the cooling system, causing airlocks, while eating very little coolant. A good shop should have one of these tools already.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17196.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"ytrw0b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I\u2019m lost, guys. Shop says blown head gasket, but not seeing any signs whatsoever? Hey, guys. Kind of stumped on this one. My wife\u2019s 2014 chevy sonic went into the shop for something unrelated (tires). She had them check the heat which has not worked since last winter while it was there.   We got a call from the mechanic, sharing the devastating news that the heat likely did not work due to a blown head gasket - a $2500 repair which is half of the car\u2019s value. Yikes. Something didn\u2019t sit right with me, as there have been no signs of a blown head gasket. The shop said it was determined by a test that found coolant in the oil.   Well, I drained the oil and didn\u2019t see any coolant in it at all. Coolant was a touch low but seemingly from normal use, topped it off and not seeing it decrease after driving. No overheating, no leaks, no smells, no white exhaust, no abnormalities while running, nothing. Again, heating hasn\u2019t worked for over a year, surely wouldn\u2019t be the only symptom for that length of time.   I\u2019m relieved, but confused. This is from a shop that I trust, but I just can\u2019t verify what they\u2019re saying is true. Can a head gasket cause a leak that slight that you could only see it with a test? I\u2019m going to continue to monitor, but feeling like I was going to be finessed for a lot of money..","c_root_id_A":"iw6oi20","c_root_id_B":"iw6exmc","created_at_utc_A":1668336815,"created_at_utc_B":1668328655,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Coolant needs to be tested for combustion gas. This will tell you https:\/\/www.sidchrome.com.au\/product\/combustion-leak-test-kit\/  It's possible for the headgasket to be blown, pushing gas into the cooling system, causing airlocks, while eating very little coolant. A good shop should have one of these tools already.","human_ref_B":"The heat may have stopped working due to low coolant level or air in the system, a clogged heater core\/hc valve (if present and stuck closed), bad thermostat (stuck open), faulty blend door actuator, or an HVAC control unit malfunction. Start running down the list and see if there are common issues per google for that specific vehicle and start narrowing it down.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8160.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"xvifdt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What newer makes are cheap to maintain\/repair? Hey guys I\u2019m thinking of buying a new car and my budget is 40-45k. Out of the budget cars out there all your Corolla,Elantra, Civic, Jetta and so on which ones are cheaper to maintain and repair?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"ir14yo0","c_root_id_B":"ir17ad8","created_at_utc_A":1664899500,"created_at_utc_B":1664900392,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The more features you get, the more likely it is to breakdown More parts = more issues, so I would say : stay simple","human_ref_B":"they're all going to be about the same as far as maintenance frequency and cost.  long term reliability and repair costs, nobody really knows that.  Civic was all new for 2022, so hasn't really been long enough to know... but generally honda and toyota are the brands you want... and not a Jetta... if you plan to keep it a long time.  in reality, people who buy new cars usually have the means to buy a new car again and usually choose to do so.  If you figure you'll keep it 5 years then move into something newer, then it really doesn't matter all that much.  If you think you'll run it into the ground, I'd go with Hyundai just for the 10year\/100k mile powertrain warranty.  Also most cities have at least one dealership that does the lifetime warranty for as long as you own the car as the original owner.  Again, if you plan to keep it a long time, that's something to consider.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":892.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"xvifdt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What newer makes are cheap to maintain\/repair? Hey guys I\u2019m thinking of buying a new car and my budget is 40-45k. Out of the budget cars out there all your Corolla,Elantra, Civic, Jetta and so on which ones are cheaper to maintain and repair?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"ir1b3j5","c_root_id_B":"ir14yo0","created_at_utc_A":1664901827,"created_at_utc_B":1664899500,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"As a German car owner (not a Jetta though).  I'll tell you that the fit and finish is a hair better on them but parts can be more expensive and working on them can be a bit tougher as they tend to be packaged tightly.  Reliability is as much to do with you as it will any of those cars.  The way you take care of your car will help in the reliability department other than some freak issues.  Cheap and available parts? Ease of maintenance? Can't go wrong with Honda or Toyota.  I bought my mom a Hyundai years ago. She put 280k on it and then gave it to my sister and bought another one.  Although I've never worked on one myself.  If it were me and those were my concerns I'd go with the civic. But you can't go wrong with the Corolla either.  But honestly, you're buying new.  You'll be fine with any of them.  It's more important that you like the car enough to care for it long term if you're the type to hold on to a car until it dies.  Go and drive a new example of each of them before you buy.","human_ref_B":"The more features you get, the more likely it is to breakdown More parts = more issues, so I would say : stay simple","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2327.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"xvifdt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What newer makes are cheap to maintain\/repair? Hey guys I\u2019m thinking of buying a new car and my budget is 40-45k. Out of the budget cars out there all your Corolla,Elantra, Civic, Jetta and so on which ones are cheaper to maintain and repair?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"ir14yo0","c_root_id_B":"ir1w2az","created_at_utc_A":1664899500,"created_at_utc_B":1664909747,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The more features you get, the more likely it is to breakdown More parts = more issues, so I would say : stay simple","human_ref_B":"Lexus , because they don't break","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10247.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xvifdt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What newer makes are cheap to maintain\/repair? Hey guys I\u2019m thinking of buying a new car and my budget is 40-45k. Out of the budget cars out there all your Corolla,Elantra, Civic, Jetta and so on which ones are cheaper to maintain and repair?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"ir14yo0","c_root_id_B":"ir20noj","created_at_utc_A":1664899500,"created_at_utc_B":1664911437,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The more features you get, the more likely it is to breakdown More parts = more issues, so I would say : stay simple","human_ref_B":"\"I have 40k\" and \"corolla, Jetta, Elantra\" in the same paragraph. I hate the future.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11937.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xvifdt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"What newer makes are cheap to maintain\/repair? Hey guys I\u2019m thinking of buying a new car and my budget is 40-45k. Out of the budget cars out there all your Corolla,Elantra, Civic, Jetta and so on which ones are cheaper to maintain and repair?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"ir14yo0","c_root_id_B":"ir2w6i0","created_at_utc_A":1664899500,"created_at_utc_B":1664923714,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The more features you get, the more likely it is to breakdown More parts = more issues, so I would say : stay simple","human_ref_B":"Corolla and civic.  Stay away from Elantra and Jetta if you are looking for long term reliability and  inexpensive repairs.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24214.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wfhi1z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Help with driving manual? I just recently bought my first manual after years of not owning one. I was alright with driving one previously but now I\u2019m struggling far more than I want to be.  It\u2019s a 2018 Honda Civic. My biggest issues are the first three gears. I keep burning my clutch and I hate having passengers because I can\u2019t shift smoothly. I think I also hold the clutch for too long  So\u2026what is the best rpm to change gears? Tricks for the clutch?","c_root_id_A":"iiu3yiv","c_root_id_B":"iiu4l9h","created_at_utc_A":1659562931,"created_at_utc_B":1659563207,"score_A":6,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Practice. Find a parking lot and practice your starts. If you master getting going in first then you'll gain confidence with shifts in lower gears. And don't keep your foot on the clutch pedal unless you are using the clutch.","human_ref_B":"In general only first gear should be a slow let out. Everything else is pretty fast. If you're just driving around town (ie not speeding up very quickly) it's good to shift around 3k or so. If you're getting below 1.5k then shift to a lower gear. If you're above 3-4k then shift to a higher one.  As far as shifting smoothly, it'll just take practice. But I've found that when you're learning (other than 1st gear) it's easier to let it out too quickly and then slow down little by little until you find the right timing. It puts less wear on your clutch and it's easier to figure it out in my opinion.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":276.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"wfhi1z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Help with driving manual? I just recently bought my first manual after years of not owning one. I was alright with driving one previously but now I\u2019m struggling far more than I want to be.  It\u2019s a 2018 Honda Civic. My biggest issues are the first three gears. I keep burning my clutch and I hate having passengers because I can\u2019t shift smoothly. I think I also hold the clutch for too long  So\u2026what is the best rpm to change gears? Tricks for the clutch?","c_root_id_A":"iitzfxh","c_root_id_B":"iiu4l9h","created_at_utc_A":1659560984,"created_at_utc_B":1659563207,"score_A":3,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"First gear is easy, just give it some gas until you hit the rev limiter, and then let the clutch out as fast as you can. Disable traction control for best results too.","human_ref_B":"In general only first gear should be a slow let out. Everything else is pretty fast. If you're just driving around town (ie not speeding up very quickly) it's good to shift around 3k or so. If you're getting below 1.5k then shift to a lower gear. If you're above 3-4k then shift to a higher one.  As far as shifting smoothly, it'll just take practice. But I've found that when you're learning (other than 1st gear) it's easier to let it out too quickly and then slow down little by little until you find the right timing. It puts less wear on your clutch and it's easier to figure it out in my opinion.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2223.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"wfhi1z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Help with driving manual? I just recently bought my first manual after years of not owning one. I was alright with driving one previously but now I\u2019m struggling far more than I want to be.  It\u2019s a 2018 Honda Civic. My biggest issues are the first three gears. I keep burning my clutch and I hate having passengers because I can\u2019t shift smoothly. I think I also hold the clutch for too long  So\u2026what is the best rpm to change gears? Tricks for the clutch?","c_root_id_A":"iiuhrsi","c_root_id_B":"iiu3yiv","created_at_utc_A":1659569042,"created_at_utc_B":1659562931,"score_A":11,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Your best bet is to go to an empty parking lot and start at one end and put it in first gear and slowly let out the clutch until you feel the car start to creep forward... this is the point at which the clutch engages AKA the sweet spot.  Don't touch the gas.  Re engage the clutch all the way down again and repeat until you get the muscle memory of where the sweet spot is.  Practice this and when you feel comfortable add gas and shifting into 2nd gear.  Manual transmission is an art form.   It takes practice, but once you get it, it's a thing of beauty.   Enjoy the learning process and you'll see noticeable improvement!  =)","human_ref_B":"Practice. Find a parking lot and practice your starts. If you master getting going in first then you'll gain confidence with shifts in lower gears. And don't keep your foot on the clutch pedal unless you are using the clutch.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6111.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"wfhi1z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Help with driving manual? I just recently bought my first manual after years of not owning one. I was alright with driving one previously but now I\u2019m struggling far more than I want to be.  It\u2019s a 2018 Honda Civic. My biggest issues are the first three gears. I keep burning my clutch and I hate having passengers because I can\u2019t shift smoothly. I think I also hold the clutch for too long  So\u2026what is the best rpm to change gears? Tricks for the clutch?","c_root_id_A":"iiuhrsi","c_root_id_B":"iitzfxh","created_at_utc_A":1659569042,"created_at_utc_B":1659560984,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Your best bet is to go to an empty parking lot and start at one end and put it in first gear and slowly let out the clutch until you feel the car start to creep forward... this is the point at which the clutch engages AKA the sweet spot.  Don't touch the gas.  Re engage the clutch all the way down again and repeat until you get the muscle memory of where the sweet spot is.  Practice this and when you feel comfortable add gas and shifting into 2nd gear.  Manual transmission is an art form.   It takes practice, but once you get it, it's a thing of beauty.   Enjoy the learning process and you'll see noticeable improvement!  =)","human_ref_B":"First gear is easy, just give it some gas until you hit the rev limiter, and then let the clutch out as fast as you can. Disable traction control for best results too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8058.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"wfhi1z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Help with driving manual? I just recently bought my first manual after years of not owning one. I was alright with driving one previously but now I\u2019m struggling far more than I want to be.  It\u2019s a 2018 Honda Civic. My biggest issues are the first three gears. I keep burning my clutch and I hate having passengers because I can\u2019t shift smoothly. I think I also hold the clutch for too long  So\u2026what is the best rpm to change gears? Tricks for the clutch?","c_root_id_A":"iiu52w7","c_root_id_B":"iiuhrsi","created_at_utc_A":1659563417,"created_at_utc_B":1659569042,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"What do you mean you keep burning your clutch?","human_ref_B":"Your best bet is to go to an empty parking lot and start at one end and put it in first gear and slowly let out the clutch until you feel the car start to creep forward... this is the point at which the clutch engages AKA the sweet spot.  Don't touch the gas.  Re engage the clutch all the way down again and repeat until you get the muscle memory of where the sweet spot is.  Practice this and when you feel comfortable add gas and shifting into 2nd gear.  Manual transmission is an art form.   It takes practice, but once you get it, it's a thing of beauty.   Enjoy the learning process and you'll see noticeable improvement!  =)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5625.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"wfhi1z","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Help with driving manual? I just recently bought my first manual after years of not owning one. I was alright with driving one previously but now I\u2019m struggling far more than I want to be.  It\u2019s a 2018 Honda Civic. My biggest issues are the first three gears. I keep burning my clutch and I hate having passengers because I can\u2019t shift smoothly. I think I also hold the clutch for too long  So\u2026what is the best rpm to change gears? Tricks for the clutch?","c_root_id_A":"iitzfxh","c_root_id_B":"iiu3yiv","created_at_utc_A":1659560984,"created_at_utc_B":1659562931,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"First gear is easy, just give it some gas until you hit the rev limiter, and then let the clutch out as fast as you can. Disable traction control for best results too.","human_ref_B":"Practice. Find a parking lot and practice your starts. If you master getting going in first then you'll gain confidence with shifts in lower gears. And don't keep your foot on the clutch pedal unless you are using the clutch.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1947.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wauypp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Which cars would you recommend to someone who\u2019s looking to purchase their first? My budget is roughly $5,000 which gives me almost no wiggle room. Obv looking for a beater that can get me by for at least a couple years until I can afford something more long-term. Don\u2019t want to have to worry about too many trips to the mechanic.","c_root_id_A":"ii49w4h","c_root_id_B":"ii4iw0q","created_at_utc_A":1659097193,"created_at_utc_B":1659101565,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Mazda3. All the reliability of Honda\/Toyota w\/o paying the Honda\/Toyota tax while also more fun.","human_ref_B":"Buy the nicest Corolla you can afford and call it a day. Learn how to take care of it, and it will take care of you for as long as you need it to.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4372.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ul5tk4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How to buy a car from a private seller but with an out-of-state license plate? Hi! I'm planning to buy a vehicle from someone I know soon since the owner will be graduating from college in a couple of weeks and wants to get rid of his car as soon as possible. We both studied in Indiana but his car is titled in California (the vehicle currently has a California plate and title). The vehicle is currently in Indiana tho.   I'm an international student and never purchased a vehicle before and I don't have anyone else to ask about buying used cars from private sellers. Please correct me if I am wrong, I checked my State's BMV website on how to transfer out of state title to IN. So basically what I need are:  \\- a certificate of title for a vehicle application (State Form 205)  \\- the original seller's car title and the bill of sale that includes both my and the seller's signatures  \\- Physical Inspection of vehicle (State Form 39530)  \\- Odometer Disclosure Statement (State Form 43230)  \\- Proof of address and documentation fee  Here are some of my questions:  1. When can I ask the seller to remove his original license plate on the vehicle? 2. How can I drive to the police station\/BMV\/or a dealer to get them inspected without a license plate? 3. If I need a temporary tag how can I proof of ownership? The documents mentioned above will be sent to the BMV Central Office Title Processing in Indy at that time and I don't know how long it'll take for them to process. 4. Where do I pay the 7% tax? 5. What is the Collection of Payment Information (State Form 56163) for and who should I send this to? 6. Is there anything else I should be aware of?  Thanks again and I really appreciate anyone who read this and help me answer my concerns.","c_root_id_A":"i7tji9a","c_root_id_B":"i7ted5i","created_at_utc_A":1652031459,"created_at_utc_B":1652029254,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If both of you are Indiana, go to the BMV with title and the plates still on the car from California, the people at the BMV will get you the temporary tags and transfer the title to your name, then you can return the old plates to your friend.   There is no need for any physical inspection of the car for legal purposes.","human_ref_B":"Take the plate off as soon as you buy the car.   Get a temporary permit to drive the car. Get a bill of sale from the prior owner as proof of ownership.   https:\/\/www.in.gov\/bmv\/registration-plates\/vehicle-registrations\/temporary-permits\/","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2205.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"te1auh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"oil change frequency on less than 1k miles a year? Hello everyone,   I drive a 2007 Honda Civic Ex, owned it for about 2 years now. It's currently at about 108k miles and I drive about 800-900 miles a year.   I use the expensive synthetic oil every 3-4 months. Am I doing this too frequently? Every time I check the oil it looks great and no white-cream in the oil or the cap.","c_root_id_A":"i0n7dwg","c_root_id_B":"i0myng2","created_at_utc_A":1647280577,"created_at_utc_B":1647277205,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Toyota's recommended interval using full synthetic is 10,000 miles or once a year whichever comes first.  As far back as 1980, Mercedes suggested 12,000 miles with synthetic.  If it were my 2007 Civic I would go for 2 years using full synthetic.  This brings up another point; tires wear due to sunlight.  Consider changing out tires every 7 years regardless of miles.","human_ref_B":"I put about 2000 miles a year on my convertible (summer car only - it's stored for the winter).  I change my oil once a year - every spring right when I get it out of storage.  My scenario might be a bit different from yours.  I drive my car daily from May -> October (so, 10-30 miles per day) and then don't drive it at all from November->April.  If you are only putting 900 miles a year and don't have a break in the winter, then that means you are doing some very short trips daily (3 miles per day) or you are doing some longer trips with gaps in between (100 mile trip twice a month).  If you are doing semi-long trips on an infrequent basis then you are changing oil more than you need.  It's GOOD to get the car up to temperature and burn off any moisture in the system, etc.  It's BAD to do super-short trips that build up moisture & contaminants but never get the engine warm enough to burn them off.  So to summarize:    * If you're only driving on the weekends but are putting a couple dozen miles on it at a time (enough to get up to temp) then you can reduce the oil change frequency and do a change once a year or so.   * If you are driving 1 mile twice a day, then I'd keep doing more-frequent oil changes.  I'd probably reduce your frequence to a change every 6 months or so instead of every 3 (synth oil is expensive - but it does last longer and can tolerate short trips better than non-synthetic oil can).","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3372.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sfyh2c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How did yall start with cars? Automotive group in school? Youtube? Friend?","c_root_id_A":"huthc07","c_root_id_B":"hut81gb","created_at_utc_A":1643521051,"created_at_utc_B":1643516308,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I started pretty late. I wasn't even into cars until about 21 or so. I remember buying a new Corolla in 2013. I had *serious* buyers remorse and I hated the car after watching so many bad reviews about it. That's when I started watching reviews on a bunch of other cars as well. I couldn't stop binge watching anything car-related and it took a serious toll on my grades in college. I can't stress how addicted I was but everything I know is self-taught. I went to a couple auto shows and I am subscribed to a bunch of YouTube channels but unfortunately, none of my social circle are into cars.","human_ref_B":"My grandpa owned a 1969 Chevelle SS Convertible.  We would hang out in his garage and work in it and his other cars together all the time.  We also went to a lot of car shows.    My uncle had a '91 Camaro Z\/28 (mine now), and he and I would hang out and cruise around town when I was a kid.  I thought it was the coolest fucking car ever and I'm so glad that I was able to buy it from my uncle's estate.  It means a lot to me.  It all really came from my family and being around guys who worked on their cars.  Being mechanically inclined and naturally curious runs thick in my family's blood.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4743.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sfyh2c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How did yall start with cars? Automotive group in school? Youtube? Friend?","c_root_id_A":"hutkn8n","c_root_id_B":"hutlqh5","created_at_utc_A":1643522983,"created_at_utc_B":1643523662,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"initial D and the first fast& furious","human_ref_B":"I was obsessed as a toddler. All I wanted was car toys, to look at cars, to watch car shows, then when I could read, all I cared to read was about cars, then as I got older I started to dream about my first car and research out the butt what I\u2019d want, which also lead to researching my ultimate dream car which also got me interested in classics which got my interested in more of the mechanics, then I got a car, then I bought another\u2026 it\u2019s really just continued to compound over time","labels":0,"seconds_difference":679.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqkqiqd","c_root_id_B":"hqkradc","created_at_utc_A":1640888457,"created_at_utc_B":1640888746,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Unacceptable.  This is a completely new vehicle.  Ford is making parts for it.  Call a different dealer's parts department and see if they have the cat in stock.  If they do, call them out on their bullshit and tell them to fix it under warranty.  They're blowing smoke up your ass.","human_ref_B":"this is a passenger safety issue. smelling exhaust gasses in the car can literally kill you. wrapping the cat with exhaust wrap will do absolutely nothing to keep the fumes inside. exhaust wrap is not a sealer, its a heat barrier.   you need to fight back and demand a rental or replacement.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":289.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqkradc","c_root_id_B":"hqkkwyv","created_at_utc_A":1640888746,"created_at_utc_B":1640886338,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"this is a passenger safety issue. smelling exhaust gasses in the car can literally kill you. wrapping the cat with exhaust wrap will do absolutely nothing to keep the fumes inside. exhaust wrap is not a sealer, its a heat barrier.   you need to fight back and demand a rental or replacement.","human_ref_B":"exhaust wrap is safe to use. i can\u2019t think of a reasonable way it would cause damage, but at 10k miles and dealership serviced i would bet you wouldn\u2019t pay a dime if something happened (assuming you bought it new.) do not be afraid to ask your service advisor. you can also ask the tech to inspect it at each service if youre stuck with it over a couple of oil changes or rotations.   doing nothing, however, can kill you or catch your car on fire. carbon monoxide poisoning is no joke.  also, keep a copy of every piece of paper you get. if stuff goes south and they don\u2019t want to pay the documentation will be on your side.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2408.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqkradc","c_root_id_B":"hqkmcq6","created_at_utc_A":1640888746,"created_at_utc_B":1640886881,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"this is a passenger safety issue. smelling exhaust gasses in the car can literally kill you. wrapping the cat with exhaust wrap will do absolutely nothing to keep the fumes inside. exhaust wrap is not a sealer, its a heat barrier.   you need to fight back and demand a rental or replacement.","human_ref_B":"Converters will be available in February when all owners receive their recall letters. You can the dealer wrap the converter to deal with the fumes but make sure they don\u2019t sign off as that being a permanent repair. If they won\u2019t, find another dealership","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1865.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqkqiqd","c_root_id_B":"hqksmib","created_at_utc_A":1640888457,"created_at_utc_B":1640889254,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Unacceptable.  This is a completely new vehicle.  Ford is making parts for it.  Call a different dealer's parts department and see if they have the cat in stock.  If they do, call them out on their bullshit and tell them to fix it under warranty.  They're blowing smoke up your ass.","human_ref_B":"A catalytic converter on a 2020 Explorer no longer being made? Already?! Smells fishy to me ._. I wouldn\u2019t go down without a fight OP. Your car is new and this should be covered under warranty. Go through the avenues others have suggested if this dealership won\u2019t fix it correctly because it seems like they\u2019re putting a band aid on a bigger problem.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":797.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqksmib","c_root_id_B":"hqksj52","created_at_utc_A":1640889254,"created_at_utc_B":1640889220,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A catalytic converter on a 2020 Explorer no longer being made? Already?! Smells fishy to me ._. I wouldn\u2019t go down without a fight OP. Your car is new and this should be covered under warranty. Go through the avenues others have suggested if this dealership won\u2019t fix it correctly because it seems like they\u2019re putting a band aid on a bigger problem.","human_ref_B":"Would suggest against wrapping a catalytic converter.   Exhaust wrap is designed for heat retention purposes, not to restrict\/block exhaust gas release. Trust me, seen the soot marks around wraps on race header leaks.    Of all the parts of an exhaust system the catalytic converter is the one that needs to be temperature managed. it wants airflow to manage the temperature issues of being a built in restriction in your exhaust system.      At this point you have a valid safety concern about a known recall part. An exhaust wrap is not a solution. I would suggest pressing your concerns with Ford that you have not a pending safety problem but active one, and that you require a loaner until the safety problem can be resolved.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqksmib","c_root_id_B":"hqkkwyv","created_at_utc_A":1640889254,"created_at_utc_B":1640886338,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A catalytic converter on a 2020 Explorer no longer being made? Already?! Smells fishy to me ._. I wouldn\u2019t go down without a fight OP. Your car is new and this should be covered under warranty. Go through the avenues others have suggested if this dealership won\u2019t fix it correctly because it seems like they\u2019re putting a band aid on a bigger problem.","human_ref_B":"exhaust wrap is safe to use. i can\u2019t think of a reasonable way it would cause damage, but at 10k miles and dealership serviced i would bet you wouldn\u2019t pay a dime if something happened (assuming you bought it new.) do not be afraid to ask your service advisor. you can also ask the tech to inspect it at each service if youre stuck with it over a couple of oil changes or rotations.   doing nothing, however, can kill you or catch your car on fire. carbon monoxide poisoning is no joke.  also, keep a copy of every piece of paper you get. if stuff goes south and they don\u2019t want to pay the documentation will be on your side.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2916.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqksmib","c_root_id_B":"hqkmcq6","created_at_utc_A":1640889254,"created_at_utc_B":1640886881,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A catalytic converter on a 2020 Explorer no longer being made? Already?! Smells fishy to me ._. I wouldn\u2019t go down without a fight OP. Your car is new and this should be covered under warranty. Go through the avenues others have suggested if this dealership won\u2019t fix it correctly because it seems like they\u2019re putting a band aid on a bigger problem.","human_ref_B":"Converters will be available in February when all owners receive their recall letters. You can the dealer wrap the converter to deal with the fumes but make sure they don\u2019t sign off as that being a permanent repair. If they won\u2019t, find another dealership","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2373.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqkqiqd","c_root_id_B":"hqkkwyv","created_at_utc_A":1640888457,"created_at_utc_B":1640886338,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Unacceptable.  This is a completely new vehicle.  Ford is making parts for it.  Call a different dealer's parts department and see if they have the cat in stock.  If they do, call them out on their bullshit and tell them to fix it under warranty.  They're blowing smoke up your ass.","human_ref_B":"exhaust wrap is safe to use. i can\u2019t think of a reasonable way it would cause damage, but at 10k miles and dealership serviced i would bet you wouldn\u2019t pay a dime if something happened (assuming you bought it new.) do not be afraid to ask your service advisor. you can also ask the tech to inspect it at each service if youre stuck with it over a couple of oil changes or rotations.   doing nothing, however, can kill you or catch your car on fire. carbon monoxide poisoning is no joke.  also, keep a copy of every piece of paper you get. if stuff goes south and they don\u2019t want to pay the documentation will be on your side.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2119.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rs6v8j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wrap a catalytic converter? have a 2020 explorer ST, less than 10k miles. We were noticing fumes in the cab. Took it into he dealer and they thought a recent recall would do the trick. A couple weeks later we brought it back for the repair. they then let us know that the fumes were due to a cracked catalytic converter. The service department told my wife that the part is no longer being made and there is no ETA on a replacement part coming in. The dealership wants to wrap the cat converter with exhaust wrap for the unforeseeable future. Is this safe? Could this cause further damage down the road? any advice is appreciated. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"hqkmcq6","c_root_id_B":"hqkqiqd","created_at_utc_A":1640886881,"created_at_utc_B":1640888457,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Converters will be available in February when all owners receive their recall letters. You can the dealer wrap the converter to deal with the fumes but make sure they don\u2019t sign off as that being a permanent repair. If they won\u2019t, find another dealership","human_ref_B":"Unacceptable.  This is a completely new vehicle.  Ford is making parts for it.  Call a different dealer's parts department and see if they have the cat in stock.  If they do, call them out on their bullshit and tell them to fix it under warranty.  They're blowing smoke up your ass.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1576.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rbs8te","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are there any good reliability mods? I have a 2012 Impreza. I really don\u2019t care too much about high performance (as In speed\/sporty) I just want to make my car last longer and be super reliable. I live in Canada so making the car top notch for the winter is my goal.","c_root_id_A":"hnpyk9a","c_root_id_B":"hnpzxdy","created_at_utc_A":1638973975,"created_at_utc_B":1638974593,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Don't drive like an a'hole and do 2\/3rds maintenance every third cycle.","human_ref_B":"There aren't any reliability mods, in general. If it could be tweaked to be more reliable, the folks who spent millions designing your car would have done it from the factory.  Sometimes there are specific exceptions if your vehicle has a known design flaw, like replacing a bearing known to fail or something like that, but outside correcting a known flaw, it is what it is reliability wise.  Not really a mod, but if there's salt on the roads you'd benefit from fluid film or some type of undercoating or rust prevention. Salt is a big car killer over time.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":618.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"rbs8te","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are there any good reliability mods? I have a 2012 Impreza. I really don\u2019t care too much about high performance (as In speed\/sporty) I just want to make my car last longer and be super reliable. I live in Canada so making the car top notch for the winter is my goal.","c_root_id_A":"hnq09eg","c_root_id_B":"hnpyk9a","created_at_utc_A":1638974742,"created_at_utc_B":1638973975,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If your commute \/ driving consists of shorter trips on average, I  think the biggest thing you can do is to ensure that your car gets properly up to temperature perhaps once a week. Combustion creates a fair bit of moisture (which is why we see plumes of exhaust in the winter). That water pools in the lowest parts of the exhaust (like the muffler) and, even worse, a lot of it stays bound up in the oil. If the engine (and engine oil) doesn't get all the way up to 100C, that moisture doesn't boil off and accumulates, accelerating corrosion of important steel bits like bearing surfaces and such.   So get it out on the highway for 20-30 minutes. Get it good and hot. Take the longer way home from work one day a week. It'll boil that water out of the exhaust and keep your engine oil clean. Your battery will thank you, as well!  The other thing worth doing, I think, is to spray a rust inhibitor over as much of the suspension as you can. Something lanolin-based, like Fluid Film. Spray the control arms, exposed bolts on the strut tops, etc. Doesn't hurt to be liberal with it, but DO keep it away from your brake rotors. ;-)","human_ref_B":"Don't drive like an a'hole and do 2\/3rds maintenance every third cycle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":767.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"rbs8te","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are there any good reliability mods? I have a 2012 Impreza. I really don\u2019t care too much about high performance (as In speed\/sporty) I just want to make my car last longer and be super reliable. I live in Canada so making the car top notch for the winter is my goal.","c_root_id_A":"hnq0xb1","c_root_id_B":"hnqboy6","created_at_utc_A":1638975032,"created_at_utc_B":1638979536,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Service your consumables. Start tracking their expected lifetimes and your miles. Fluids, filters, plugs etc etc, best thing you can do for reliability and longevity.","human_ref_B":"Wash your car often. Living in Canada you are likely good friends with salted roads. Your car, however, is not good friends with salted roads. Find a car wash nearby (preferably touchless) and get the thing washed every couple of weeks or at least once a month. This will help stave off rust for as long as possible, which in turn helps keep a lot of parts in a happier, rust-free state.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4504.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qh3x9c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What makes that characteristic loud noise in performance cars that normally doesn't exist in \"normal\" cars?","c_root_id_A":"hibg71h","c_root_id_B":"hibqey9","created_at_utc_A":1635379954,"created_at_utc_B":1635384467,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I just took the carpet and sound deadening out of my car. It's made quite a bit of difference. Race cars also have no muffler or catalytic converter so engine noise goes straight out. Straight cut gears in a transmission make a hell of a whine too. Street cars tend to have rubber bushings on all suspension pieces to help absorb noise and bumps. Racecars have no bushings or very very stiff bushings so that introduces a lot of creaks and pops.","human_ref_B":"Loud exhaust = less restricted = more flow = more fast","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4513.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"qh3x9c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What makes that characteristic loud noise in performance cars that normally doesn't exist in \"normal\" cars?","c_root_id_A":"hibqey9","c_root_id_B":"hibhg0w","created_at_utc_A":1635384467,"created_at_utc_B":1635380496,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Loud exhaust = less restricted = more flow = more fast","human_ref_B":"One thing I didn't see mentioned is the sound-deadening that's not in performance cars. Thicker glass on the windows, sound insulation on the chassis, softer suspension, well attached internals and larger tire sidewalls. While they don't directly lead to more noise, they do prevent a lot of the engine, exhaust, and road noise for the driver\/passengers in addition to preventing rattling inside the car, and they save weight for performance vehicles by not adding them.      Even going from a Subaru Outback to an STi, the amount of road noise on any given drive is much louder in the STi. You can hear the cracks, bumps, and potholes you drive over in the performance oriented car where the outback just glided over them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3971.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he667ly","c_root_id_B":"he62rqj","created_at_utc_A":1632536292,"created_at_utc_B":1632534690,"score_A":13,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Sell it as is and try getting at least your main investment, then get a toyota or honda those cars usually give you less problems","human_ref_B":"Never buy a second hand car until you test drive it and then get it mechanically checked out.  Why did you pay to fix tire sensors? An unnecessary expense.  You keep throwing money at repairs while you can't afford to replace the car.  So see what you can get as a trade in, how much a new car will cost and compare to the cost of repairs.  Ask your mechanic about second hand parts ie from the wreckers to allow you to keep the car going longer.  Once you start paying out money to fix a car, the harder it is to justify selling your car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1602.0,"score_ratio":1.1818181818}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he648de","c_root_id_B":"he667ly","created_at_utc_A":1632535369,"created_at_utc_B":1632536292,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I bet it needs a transmission. Theyre pretty good for that. The engine will surge, slip and sometimes a severe shudder. But its all in the trans. You could check a dealer for an extended warranty for the cat. One of them was in the exhaust piece that runs under the engine and had an extension.","human_ref_B":"Sell it as is and try getting at least your main investment, then get a toyota or honda those cars usually give you less problems","labels":0,"seconds_difference":923.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he648n1","c_root_id_B":"he667ly","created_at_utc_A":1632535372,"created_at_utc_B":1632536292,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"This from amazon...","human_ref_B":"Sell it as is and try getting at least your main investment, then get a toyota or honda those cars usually give you less problems","labels":0,"seconds_difference":920.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he67b2u","c_root_id_B":"he648de","created_at_utc_A":1632536798,"created_at_utc_B":1632535369,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Remember 2 things:  People will lie their damn faces off when they are selling a car and always get a mechanical inspection on any used vehicle you buy!","human_ref_B":"I bet it needs a transmission. Theyre pretty good for that. The engine will surge, slip and sometimes a severe shudder. But its all in the trans. You could check a dealer for an extended warranty for the cat. One of them was in the exhaust piece that runs under the engine and had an extension.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1429.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he67b2u","c_root_id_B":"he648n1","created_at_utc_A":1632536798,"created_at_utc_B":1632535372,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Remember 2 things:  People will lie their damn faces off when they are selling a car and always get a mechanical inspection on any used vehicle you buy!","human_ref_B":"This from amazon...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1426.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he6iggh","c_root_id_B":"he68zuj","created_at_utc_A":1632542388,"created_at_utc_B":1632537595,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Most of the things on the list are just some things that older cars will need.   It's called maintenance.  Pads and rotors are a wear item.  Thermostat is like $15?  Rods that hold the battery - why?  Who gives a shit or $1 at a junkyard.  If they didn't change oil in 15k, why bother buying the thing.   They obviously didn't care about it, so price it accordingly.   Random leaks from 13yr old car will happen wether it's a crappy Nissan or any other brand.  120k sounds about right for new shocks, but this too will be something to consider when buying your next car.","human_ref_B":"Stop putting money into it and cut your losses","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4793.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he648de","c_root_id_B":"he6iggh","created_at_utc_A":1632535369,"created_at_utc_B":1632542388,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I bet it needs a transmission. Theyre pretty good for that. The engine will surge, slip and sometimes a severe shudder. But its all in the trans. You could check a dealer for an extended warranty for the cat. One of them was in the exhaust piece that runs under the engine and had an extension.","human_ref_B":"Most of the things on the list are just some things that older cars will need.   It's called maintenance.  Pads and rotors are a wear item.  Thermostat is like $15?  Rods that hold the battery - why?  Who gives a shit or $1 at a junkyard.  If they didn't change oil in 15k, why bother buying the thing.   They obviously didn't care about it, so price it accordingly.   Random leaks from 13yr old car will happen wether it's a crappy Nissan or any other brand.  120k sounds about right for new shocks, but this too will be something to consider when buying your next car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7019.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he648n1","c_root_id_B":"he6iggh","created_at_utc_A":1632535372,"created_at_utc_B":1632542388,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"This from amazon...","human_ref_B":"Most of the things on the list are just some things that older cars will need.   It's called maintenance.  Pads and rotors are a wear item.  Thermostat is like $15?  Rods that hold the battery - why?  Who gives a shit or $1 at a junkyard.  If they didn't change oil in 15k, why bother buying the thing.   They obviously didn't care about it, so price it accordingly.   Random leaks from 13yr old car will happen wether it's a crappy Nissan or any other brand.  120k sounds about right for new shocks, but this too will be something to consider when buying your next car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7016.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he6ah3v","c_root_id_B":"he6iggh","created_at_utc_A":1632538305,"created_at_utc_B":1632542388,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Nissan extended the transmission warrantee to ten years or 84k miles on the CVTs from that era for selected models that were known to have issues. You could check with a local dealership but it sounds like you are out of pocket if the transmission goes. On this car it really doesn't make sense to pay to have it rebuilt. A catalytic converter is the most likely cause of that code, take it to an exhaust shop and see if you can get a quote for replacing it. Get them to inspect the exhaust for leaks as that could also cause it.   A lot of the repairs you've done are small things that do go at this age and millage. The motor mounts, suspension parts, brakes, thermostat, coolant leak, valve cover gasket, power steering and AC are all things that normally wear out.   Honestly this car isn't worth fixing if the transmission is acting up. I wouldn't keep dumping money into it. Next time get a pre purchase inspection from a mechanic.   With the car market what it is now you might have a very hard time getting a car. Do some research, see what you like and consider financing a new or slightly used car if you can swing it. Picking up a lease might not be a bad idea either, at least as a short term fix for a few years. Throw this car on Craigslist for $3000 or sell it to one of those we buy cars places.","human_ref_B":"Most of the things on the list are just some things that older cars will need.   It's called maintenance.  Pads and rotors are a wear item.  Thermostat is like $15?  Rods that hold the battery - why?  Who gives a shit or $1 at a junkyard.  If they didn't change oil in 15k, why bother buying the thing.   They obviously didn't care about it, so price it accordingly.   Random leaks from 13yr old car will happen wether it's a crappy Nissan or any other brand.  120k sounds about right for new shocks, but this too will be something to consider when buying your next car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4083.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he68zuj","c_root_id_B":"he6z75q","created_at_utc_A":1632537595,"created_at_utc_B":1632553277,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Stop putting money into it and cut your losses","human_ref_B":"You're already almost 8k into a car worth *maybe* 3k, **IF** it were in decent shape. I feel like this question answers itself and has unfortunately been asked after its far far too late to do anything about it. Its like one of those curses where you have to pass the curse onto someone else to be free of it. Get what you can out of it, then go buy the nicest Corolla you can afford and call it a day.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15682.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he6z75q","c_root_id_B":"he648de","created_at_utc_A":1632553277,"created_at_utc_B":1632535369,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You're already almost 8k into a car worth *maybe* 3k, **IF** it were in decent shape. I feel like this question answers itself and has unfortunately been asked after its far far too late to do anything about it. Its like one of those curses where you have to pass the curse onto someone else to be free of it. Get what you can out of it, then go buy the nicest Corolla you can afford and call it a day.","human_ref_B":"I bet it needs a transmission. Theyre pretty good for that. The engine will surge, slip and sometimes a severe shudder. But its all in the trans. You could check a dealer for an extended warranty for the cat. One of them was in the exhaust piece that runs under the engine and had an extension.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17908.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he648n1","c_root_id_B":"he6z75q","created_at_utc_A":1632535372,"created_at_utc_B":1632553277,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"This from amazon...","human_ref_B":"You're already almost 8k into a car worth *maybe* 3k, **IF** it were in decent shape. I feel like this question answers itself and has unfortunately been asked after its far far too late to do anything about it. Its like one of those curses where you have to pass the curse onto someone else to be free of it. Get what you can out of it, then go buy the nicest Corolla you can afford and call it a day.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17905.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he6z75q","c_root_id_B":"he6ah3v","created_at_utc_A":1632553277,"created_at_utc_B":1632538305,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You're already almost 8k into a car worth *maybe* 3k, **IF** it were in decent shape. I feel like this question answers itself and has unfortunately been asked after its far far too late to do anything about it. Its like one of those curses where you have to pass the curse onto someone else to be free of it. Get what you can out of it, then go buy the nicest Corolla you can afford and call it a day.","human_ref_B":"Nissan extended the transmission warrantee to ten years or 84k miles on the CVTs from that era for selected models that were known to have issues. You could check with a local dealership but it sounds like you are out of pocket if the transmission goes. On this car it really doesn't make sense to pay to have it rebuilt. A catalytic converter is the most likely cause of that code, take it to an exhaust shop and see if you can get a quote for replacing it. Get them to inspect the exhaust for leaks as that could also cause it.   A lot of the repairs you've done are small things that do go at this age and millage. The motor mounts, suspension parts, brakes, thermostat, coolant leak, valve cover gasket, power steering and AC are all things that normally wear out.   Honestly this car isn't worth fixing if the transmission is acting up. I wouldn't keep dumping money into it. Next time get a pre purchase inspection from a mechanic.   With the car market what it is now you might have a very hard time getting a car. Do some research, see what you like and consider financing a new or slightly used car if you can swing it. Picking up a lease might not be a bad idea either, at least as a short term fix for a few years. Throw this car on Craigslist for $3000 or sell it to one of those we buy cars places.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14972.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he68zuj","c_root_id_B":"he648de","created_at_utc_A":1632537595,"created_at_utc_B":1632535369,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Stop putting money into it and cut your losses","human_ref_B":"I bet it needs a transmission. Theyre pretty good for that. The engine will surge, slip and sometimes a severe shudder. But its all in the trans. You could check a dealer for an extended warranty for the cat. One of them was in the exhaust piece that runs under the engine and had an extension.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2226.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"puwobd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How can you accurately judge whether a used car is worth repairing or is a hopeless money trap? I\u2019m a very not-proud owner of a 2008 Nissan Altima with 121,000 miles purchased from \u201cfriends\u201d earlier this year.  My dumb ass bought this car from a couple I\u2019d known for years \u2014 and because I recently moved to the Rest of America from NYC, I didn\u2019t have anyone around to advise me on buying my first car, and ended up putting full faith in these assholes whose wedding I had attended.  When I bought it, they had said \u201cOh, we got the A\/C fixed before we sold it to you - it might need power steering repairs in a few months and there are some oil leaks, but otherwise the car is great. Our mobile mechanic even wanted to buy it from us!\u201d  The car is not great.   After dumping out $5,000 in savings to buy it (fuck you, Dave Ramsey, for insisting people buy shitty old cars in cash while paying off debt), it has needed the following $2,600 in repairs \u2014 and it\u2019s only been two months:  - Coolant leak fix after it stalled out in heavy traffic on the 3rd day of ownership. - New front brakes with rotors and pads - Two new motor mounts - Replacement thermostat - Replacement rods to hold the battery, which were inexplicably missing (???) - Needed to fix valve cover gasket - Oil hadn\u2019t been changed in 15,000 fucking miles - New tire pressure sensors - New power steering pump, pressure switch, and return line to fix multiple power steering fluid leaks - Got the transmission flushed and engine steam cleaned since the transmission and coolant fluids were super dark, just to keep the damn thing running for the next few months.  It _still_ needs a new catalytic converter in order to stop throwing a constant P0420 code (it\u2019s not the oxygen sensors; I had two different places check) and the A\/C still doesn\u2019t work, either. Needs a new evaporator.  Beyond that, this stupid car also needs vertical suspension fixes, new rear shocks, and fixes to the front sway bar links and alignment. The suspension is VERY rough. Probably also still needs CVT transmission service because it\u2019s an older Altima.  It\u2019s been about 3 weeks since I got the last round of repairs done, and now all of the sudden, something still doesn\u2019t feel right when driving it. It slows down too easily if I take my foot off of the gas to coast, and sometimes accelerates inappropriately hard. Feels very rough at slow speeds on city streets, and a bit unwieldy when making turns.  Moreover, I missed a doctor\u2019s appointment today because when I started the car and it was still parked, it sounded like it was someone out of shape quietly panting from a tough workout. \u201cHuff\u2026 puff\u2026 puff\u2026\u201d   This was the first time I\u2019ve ever experienced this noise, and it didn\u2019t feel safe to drive. (Yet last night, the only code that came up on my OBD-II reader was another P0420?) I am so exhausted from this car constantly presenting new issues.  Goddammit. I\u2019m so dumb for buying this stupid car. I just don\u2019t know what to do. I hate having to learn all of these awful life lessons as a new driver \ud83d\ude29  Auto place says to cut my losses, sell it for whatever I can, and find something else so that I don\u2019t keep sinking my money into it.  What do you guys think? Is this stupid fucking car worth saving or should I take the auto shop\u2019s advice?   If I do get rid of the thing, how can I get the maximum amount of $ back while either selling the car itself or selling it for parts?  Thanks, folks.","c_root_id_A":"he648n1","c_root_id_B":"he68zuj","created_at_utc_A":1632535372,"created_at_utc_B":1632537595,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"This from amazon...","human_ref_B":"Stop putting money into it and cut your losses","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2223.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"p14sgz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Which car to sell\/trade-in? We currently have two cars: - 2011 Lexus IS250 F-Sport - 76,000 miles - 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Limited - 32,000 miles  The Lexus is fully owned and we have ~$11,000 at 0% remaining on the Hyundai.  We're looking to replace one of the cars with Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited, but looking for some opinions on which vehicle to sell or trade-in.  Of course, leaning towards selling one on our own, but can't decide which vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"h8b4iyi","c_root_id_B":"h8bkad7","created_at_utc_A":1628530083,"created_at_utc_B":1628536723,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Swap the Hyundai. Keep the Lexus. My biases aside, keep the one you own outright.","human_ref_B":"Despite the 7 year difference I feel the Lexus would stick around longer from this point on... Not to mention be worth a coupe bucks more 5 years from now\/be a better first car for Jr.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6640.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p14sgz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Which car to sell\/trade-in? We currently have two cars: - 2011 Lexus IS250 F-Sport - 76,000 miles - 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Limited - 32,000 miles  The Lexus is fully owned and we have ~$11,000 at 0% remaining on the Hyundai.  We're looking to replace one of the cars with Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited, but looking for some opinions on which vehicle to sell or trade-in.  Of course, leaning towards selling one on our own, but can't decide which vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"h8b4iyi","c_root_id_B":"h8bnmlu","created_at_utc_A":1628530083,"created_at_utc_B":1628538137,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Swap the Hyundai. Keep the Lexus. My biases aside, keep the one you own outright.","human_ref_B":"PERSONALLY I feel like the Lexus is the more fun and interesting car. The Hyundai is nothing special. What a situation where Lexus is the more interesting option lol.  Especially if you're replacing one of them with something like a Santa Fe. No sense in having two snoozeboxes.  No offense of course :P This is obviously more of an enthusiast perspective vs. most people.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8054.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p14sgz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Which car to sell\/trade-in? We currently have two cars: - 2011 Lexus IS250 F-Sport - 76,000 miles - 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Limited - 32,000 miles  The Lexus is fully owned and we have ~$11,000 at 0% remaining on the Hyundai.  We're looking to replace one of the cars with Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited, but looking for some opinions on which vehicle to sell or trade-in.  Of course, leaning towards selling one on our own, but can't decide which vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"h8cx04x","c_root_id_B":"h8cdsh9","created_at_utc_A":1628558925,"created_at_utc_B":1628549663,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The ioniq has a lot of warranty remaining and a small note, if you can, just sell it outright. If you don't need the Santa Fe then postpone your purchase. The used car market is on fire right now and cars are commanding top dollar (being bought and sold).","human_ref_B":"Keep the Lexus definitely,sell the hyundai","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9262.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p14sgz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Which car to sell\/trade-in? We currently have two cars: - 2011 Lexus IS250 F-Sport - 76,000 miles - 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Limited - 32,000 miles  The Lexus is fully owned and we have ~$11,000 at 0% remaining on the Hyundai.  We're looking to replace one of the cars with Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited, but looking for some opinions on which vehicle to sell or trade-in.  Of course, leaning towards selling one on our own, but can't decide which vehicle.","c_root_id_A":"h8cx04x","c_root_id_B":"h8ct801","created_at_utc_A":1628558925,"created_at_utc_B":1628557097,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The ioniq has a lot of warranty remaining and a small note, if you can, just sell it outright. If you don't need the Santa Fe then postpone your purchase. The used car market is on fire right now and cars are commanding top dollar (being bought and sold).","human_ref_B":"One more vote for swap the Hyundai and keep the Lexus.  Also you might get a better trade in value if you're swapping at the Hyundai dealership and buying another one. But get a couple quotes and try private sale to be sure.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1828.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o013r9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Dual brakes? Hey guys. A little embarrassed to ask this question lol, but what does \u201cdual brakes\u201d mean? For context, I am trying to get my learners permit, and the rules say that I am only allowed to drive in a vehicle with dual brakes. Now, I feel like this could have two meanings, and I\u2019m trying to figure out which it is. 1, the vehicle needs to have a separate braking system (like for redundancy and safety), or 2, does it mean double brake controls? As in, driver brakes but also emergency brakes on the passenger side like in student driving cars? Insight appreciated! Thanks for listening to a probably stupidly obvious question.","c_root_id_A":"h1snaqf","c_root_id_B":"h1sp7jp","created_at_utc_A":1623717745,"created_at_utc_B":1623718752,"score_A":2,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"For typical passenger cars, it probably means the regular hydraulic brakes, and the emergency\/parking brake.","human_ref_B":"I think they actually mean the driving school cars that have a brake on the passengers side. I know that is the way it was in NYC. It was driving school only with a permit and then you could drive with a licensed driver AFTER you pass your road test. That was good till you were 18 and then you could drive alone. Each state is different of course, but that was kinda odd, which is why I mentioned it. You should be able to get that info from the DMV website I assume. Don't expect it to make sense, most don't lol.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1007.0,"score_ratio":9.5}
{"post_id":"m4xx5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Which car has this interior? It's from Anxiety War's video  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/O7BWqI2.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gqwozpi","c_root_id_B":"gqwtbc4","created_at_utc_A":1615738236,"created_at_utc_B":1615740502,"score_A":4,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"I can tell you it's an oldsmobile. Good luck","human_ref_B":"Early 90's oldsmobile 98 regency iirc","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2266.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"m4xx5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Which car has this interior? It's from Anxiety War's video  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/O7BWqI2.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gqwtbc4","c_root_id_B":"gqwsy8v","created_at_utc_A":1615740502,"created_at_utc_B":1615740317,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Early 90's oldsmobile 98 regency iirc","human_ref_B":"Looks to be a mid to early 90s Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera","labels":1,"seconds_difference":185.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"m4xx5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Which car has this interior? It's from Anxiety War's video  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/O7BWqI2.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gqwybt3","c_root_id_B":"gqwozpi","created_at_utc_A":1615742386,"created_at_utc_B":1615738236,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I think it\u2019s a 92 olds ninety-eight.","human_ref_B":"I can tell you it's an oldsmobile. Good luck","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4150.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"m4xx5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Which car has this interior? It's from Anxiety War's video  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/O7BWqI2.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gqwybt3","c_root_id_B":"gqwsy8v","created_at_utc_A":1615742386,"created_at_utc_B":1615740317,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I think it\u2019s a 92 olds ninety-eight.","human_ref_B":"Looks to be a mid to early 90s Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2069.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"m4xx5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Which car has this interior? It's from Anxiety War's video  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/O7BWqI2.jpg","c_root_id_A":"gqwsy8v","c_root_id_B":"gqxs1kt","created_at_utc_A":1615740317,"created_at_utc_B":1615753208,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Looks to be a mid to early 90s Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera","human_ref_B":"Id agree with olds 98","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12891.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"l32yro","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can this cracked bell housing be welded or should I plan on having to replace the transmission? This is on a 2005 Ford e-150 approximately 130,000 mi. I have no idea how long it's been like this. It could have been cracked for years. Everything seems normal when driving.   http:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/MA4uRKN","c_root_id_A":"gkakt1c","c_root_id_B":"gkahydk","created_at_utc_A":1611375678,"created_at_utc_B":1611374629,"score_A":19,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Don't listen to those other guys; you have a 4R70W transmission (unless you did some kind of crazy swap), and it's a one-piece case.   Do not fear: I've seen guys run much worse bellhousings with pieces broken off, and no problems. It's not the best, but it worked.      Question: Is the transmission working properly as it is, or is it giving you problems?  If it's not giving you problems, just forget you ever saw it.","human_ref_B":"~~You can weld it but there's no reason to replace the entire transmission when you can replace the bell housing~~. Ford big dumb just weld it it'll be fine","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1049.0,"score_ratio":1.5833333333}
{"post_id":"l32yro","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can this cracked bell housing be welded or should I plan on having to replace the transmission? This is on a 2005 Ford e-150 approximately 130,000 mi. I have no idea how long it's been like this. It could have been cracked for years. Everything seems normal when driving.   http:\/\/imgur.com\/gallery\/MA4uRKN","c_root_id_A":"gkar3zt","c_root_id_B":"gkas13i","created_at_utc_A":1611377849,"created_at_utc_B":1611378179,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Cracked a power glide bell housing on a 307 Chevy once and it ran just fine for years.You should be ok friend.","human_ref_B":"Had a crack like this on a 1987 Toyota Tercel 4-speed manual transmission, with a very mild leak. Cleaned it up a bit, then smeared some RTV on it. No issues for the next 10 years, at which point I traded the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":330.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kfdo5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"1998 Toyota Tacoma ? I just got a 98 Tacoma from my grandma with close to 300,000 mile on it she cared for this truck like a baby and was super careful with this vehicle what are some things that I should keep a lookout for since it\u2019s age and mileage thank you :)","c_root_id_A":"gg8e1la","c_root_id_B":"gg7zm7o","created_at_utc_A":1608279050,"created_at_utc_B":1608267608,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Figure out when the timing belt\/water pump was last done - service interval is 90k if I recall. I had to replace my starter at 260k so if it hasn't been done watch for it. One of my rear axle seals just started leaking as well (~272k).","human_ref_B":"Where in the world has this truck spent its life?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11442.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kfdo5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"1998 Toyota Tacoma ? I just got a 98 Tacoma from my grandma with close to 300,000 mile on it she cared for this truck like a baby and was super careful with this vehicle what are some things that I should keep a lookout for since it\u2019s age and mileage thank you :)","c_root_id_A":"gg8e1la","c_root_id_B":"gg86jbb","created_at_utc_A":1608279050,"created_at_utc_B":1608272563,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Figure out when the timing belt\/water pump was last done - service interval is 90k if I recall. I had to replace my starter at 260k so if it hasn't been done watch for it. One of my rear axle seals just started leaking as well (~272k).","human_ref_B":"I'd check the frame and the sway bar bushings as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6487.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"kfdo5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"1998 Toyota Tacoma ? I just got a 98 Tacoma from my grandma with close to 300,000 mile on it she cared for this truck like a baby and was super careful with this vehicle what are some things that I should keep a lookout for since it\u2019s age and mileage thank you :)","c_root_id_A":"gg86jbb","c_root_id_B":"gg901fb","created_at_utc_A":1608272563,"created_at_utc_B":1608299056,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'd check the frame and the sway bar bushings as well.","human_ref_B":"yes","labels":0,"seconds_difference":26493.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kfdo5s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"1998 Toyota Tacoma ? I just got a 98 Tacoma from my grandma with close to 300,000 mile on it she cared for this truck like a baby and was super careful with this vehicle what are some things that I should keep a lookout for since it\u2019s age and mileage thank you :)","c_root_id_A":"gg901fb","c_root_id_B":"gg8w49q","created_at_utc_A":1608299056,"created_at_utc_B":1608296286,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"yes","human_ref_B":"Transfer case is probably leaking and rear main seal   Check clutch and other consumables","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2770.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k55v25","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What do you do to maintain hygiene as much as possible while working? My boyfriend has been having his skin break out everytime he gets home from work at his Auto Care job. His air is also fried when he gets back as well. Even after he washes it it seems dried out from the oil. His skin always has like a grey tint now. What do you guys do to keep up with hygiene for work so i can suggest some things to him? :) Thank you so much!","c_root_id_A":"gecqhtf","c_root_id_B":"ged46d0","created_at_utc_A":1606901029,"created_at_utc_B":1606914464,"score_A":7,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"i work in hvac-r, definitely dirty but not nearly as much as a mechanic, but heres what i do anyway:  wash my hands regularly and avoid touching my face at work. I use solvol at home, but most workshops would have gritty soap thats perfect for oil and grime.  shower every night facial clensing scrub in yhe shower twice a week, i just use an all natural ingredients one with bamboo to scrub dead skin and grime then i use a Enzyme cleansing gel every shower on my face, but any facial cleanser is good in combo with a scrub.  i use a hemp shampoo bar, because i have to wash my hair every day and any supermarket shampoo is just too harsh to use daily.  then i just use good quality moisturizer when im done showering.  Every now and then i do a pore cleansing face mask too  i know it sounds like a lot, but its actually a really simple routine to keep your skin nice as a tradesman. Id just reccomend to use products with natural ingredients, not tested on animals. Dunno where you live but im from Australia and i like sukin and Mario Badescu products.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like your boyfriend isn't wearing gloves. Some guys see it as \"weak\" and refuse to wear gloves even though used oil can cause cancer and most cleaning fluids like brake cleaner and degreaser are incredibly harsh petroleum distillates.   And now that gloves are 120 bucks a case instead of 40 (thanks, Covid) it's possible that his boss isn't providing them.   And yeah, wear a hat.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13435.0,"score_ratio":3.8571428571}
{"post_id":"k55v25","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What do you do to maintain hygiene as much as possible while working? My boyfriend has been having his skin break out everytime he gets home from work at his Auto Care job. His air is also fried when he gets back as well. Even after he washes it it seems dried out from the oil. His skin always has like a grey tint now. What do you guys do to keep up with hygiene for work so i can suggest some things to him? :) Thank you so much!","c_root_id_A":"gecyio0","c_root_id_B":"ged46d0","created_at_utc_A":1606909643,"created_at_utc_B":1606914464,"score_A":3,"score_B":27,"human_ref_A":"I used to wear a baseball cap, wash hands then face regularly, often wore long sleeve shirts, pulled them up and wash wrists when washing hands. My employer used to hang up before and after work creams that really helped the skin catch less dirt when working. Things like cuts cannot be avoided but when I had a cut I regularly cleaned it out with alcohol and put band aids on there to avoid infection. Regularly cleaned my nose with water too, the air you breathe in when doing brakes is so dirty lol","human_ref_B":"Sounds like your boyfriend isn't wearing gloves. Some guys see it as \"weak\" and refuse to wear gloves even though used oil can cause cancer and most cleaning fluids like brake cleaner and degreaser are incredibly harsh petroleum distillates.   And now that gloves are 120 bucks a case instead of 40 (thanks, Covid) it's possible that his boss isn't providing them.   And yeah, wear a hat.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4821.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"jefu1r","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"2021 E350 or Tesla Model S? My mother has been religiously driving the E class for 10+ years, switching cars every lease about 2-3 years. This year, they decided to raise the lease prices, so much so that it may make more sense to outright purchase the car.   But since we\u2019re on the topic of purchasing, we said why not consider other cars. My mom is pretty loyal to Benz but the only other car that piques her interest is the Tesla. It would be about 10-15k more. Is it worth it?  She\u2019s gonna test drive it soon. Is insurance higher? Is the cost of gas savings minimal? Is it more comfortable? Any unforeseen downsides?  I see people say that they don\u2019t get bored of it. Having access to HOV lanes and not having to get gas is certainly a plus. Any other considerations? Is it simple to use?  Thank you for answering any questions.","c_root_id_A":"g9eckzm","c_root_id_B":"g9eaupe","created_at_utc_A":1603163406,"created_at_utc_B":1603162329,"score_A":15,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The biggest drawback is that the Model S will be less comfortable - the ride is harsher and the cabin noise is louder.","human_ref_B":"How important is price? The Tesla will definitely save  on fuel costs (gas vs electric), but probably not 10k+ over the life of the vehicle. She really needs to just drive it. The Tesla will drive very differently with instant torque and aggressive regen braking. Tesla interiors are different. Personally, I like having physical buttons for the radio and climate controls, but she could be fine with it. In general, they are very nice cars, and at least with the model s, I believe they have gotten through most of their build quality issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1077.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"jefu1r","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"2021 E350 or Tesla Model S? My mother has been religiously driving the E class for 10+ years, switching cars every lease about 2-3 years. This year, they decided to raise the lease prices, so much so that it may make more sense to outright purchase the car.   But since we\u2019re on the topic of purchasing, we said why not consider other cars. My mom is pretty loyal to Benz but the only other car that piques her interest is the Tesla. It would be about 10-15k more. Is it worth it?  She\u2019s gonna test drive it soon. Is insurance higher? Is the cost of gas savings minimal? Is it more comfortable? Any unforeseen downsides?  I see people say that they don\u2019t get bored of it. Having access to HOV lanes and not having to get gas is certainly a plus. Any other considerations? Is it simple to use?  Thank you for answering any questions.","c_root_id_A":"g9ee1rl","c_root_id_B":"g9eaupe","created_at_utc_A":1603164339,"created_at_utc_B":1603162329,"score_A":12,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Wow, lotta Tesla hate in here. I'm in a professional position to interact with a lot of Tesla owners on a regular base. Owner satisfaction is high, even among a more discerning clientele. That being said, it's important to note that a Tesla is not a luxury car. It has touches of luxury but the majority of its appeal is its cutting edge tech. OTA updates, self driving, full electric, instant torque, ridiculous 0-60 times, etc.....that's what sells Tesla's.","human_ref_B":"How important is price? The Tesla will definitely save  on fuel costs (gas vs electric), but probably not 10k+ over the life of the vehicle. She really needs to just drive it. The Tesla will drive very differently with instant torque and aggressive regen braking. Tesla interiors are different. Personally, I like having physical buttons for the radio and climate controls, but she could be fine with it. In general, they are very nice cars, and at least with the model s, I believe they have gotten through most of their build quality issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2010.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"jefu1r","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"2021 E350 or Tesla Model S? My mother has been religiously driving the E class for 10+ years, switching cars every lease about 2-3 years. This year, they decided to raise the lease prices, so much so that it may make more sense to outright purchase the car.   But since we\u2019re on the topic of purchasing, we said why not consider other cars. My mom is pretty loyal to Benz but the only other car that piques her interest is the Tesla. It would be about 10-15k more. Is it worth it?  She\u2019s gonna test drive it soon. Is insurance higher? Is the cost of gas savings minimal? Is it more comfortable? Any unforeseen downsides?  I see people say that they don\u2019t get bored of it. Having access to HOV lanes and not having to get gas is certainly a plus. Any other considerations? Is it simple to use?  Thank you for answering any questions.","c_root_id_A":"g9ef383","c_root_id_B":"g9eaupe","created_at_utc_A":1603165029,"created_at_utc_B":1603162329,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I only test drove a Model 3 and HOLY FUCK they are so much faster than you can imagine. Like, hands down the fastest thing I have ever been in. I was never a huge fan of the ipad controlling everything, I personally like buttons so i dont have to look at what im touching. But if going green is important to her or shes looking for a change of pace I think a model s is great substitute for a beamer\/benz equivalent. Definitely not as luxurious interior though.","human_ref_B":"How important is price? The Tesla will definitely save  on fuel costs (gas vs electric), but probably not 10k+ over the life of the vehicle. She really needs to just drive it. The Tesla will drive very differently with instant torque and aggressive regen braking. Tesla interiors are different. Personally, I like having physical buttons for the radio and climate controls, but she could be fine with it. In general, they are very nice cars, and at least with the model s, I believe they have gotten through most of their build quality issues.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2700.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"iga4uc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Any Expert Know Of a car light this? I'm looking for a 80s or 90s vehicle similar to the body style of the 1984 toyota celica (maybe not as sporty for the time), but it came stock with round headlights and round yellow fog lights directly below. It also has an angled back window to a trunk that would open up the entire window much like this model. Does anyone know of something like this? Your expertise is greatly appreciated!!","c_root_id_A":"g2so6g8","c_root_id_B":"g2sr4ot","created_at_utc_A":1598361147,"created_at_utc_B":1598362911,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Nissan and mitsu bhad a few like that. Also Audi","human_ref_B":"What country are you in? Or more specifically, what country did you see this car in? Sometimes manufacturers had one style of headlights\/fog lights in one country to meet rules and regs and a different style in a different country.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1764.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"hw26gp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"I cut wires, soldered then together and car wont start now. What's wrong with it? I soldered them together using extra wires but still nothing it doesnt seen like they connect to anything else but other connectors that not used. I just wanted to install another keyless entry system cause when I bought the car it didnt come with the fob and 3 of the actuators didnt even work. I just didnt want my car being broken into again I'm really screwed without this car working.","c_root_id_A":"fyxgejo","c_root_id_B":"fyx6sit","created_at_utc_A":1595462777,"created_at_utc_B":1595457469,"score_A":31,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Can you give like, a million times more information? What year make and model? What exactly did you do, (ideally with pictures)?","human_ref_B":"Are you positive you correctly connected each wire? No color mismatches or anything like that? Was the battery connected when you were working on it? Couldve blown one or more fuses. Any activity at all when you turn the key? Did you disconnect anything and forget to plug it back in? Connectors under a dashboard can be a real pain.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5308.0,"score_ratio":1.2916666667}
{"post_id":"hw26gp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"I cut wires, soldered then together and car wont start now. What's wrong with it? I soldered them together using extra wires but still nothing it doesnt seen like they connect to anything else but other connectors that not used. I just wanted to install another keyless entry system cause when I bought the car it didnt come with the fob and 3 of the actuators didnt even work. I just didnt want my car being broken into again I'm really screwed without this car working.","c_root_id_A":"fyxnza0","c_root_id_B":"fyxkjn0","created_at_utc_A":1595467056,"created_at_utc_B":1595465094,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Could be a fuse, could be an anti-theft system, could be a wire still broken\/not soldered well.. could be anything. More info is definitely needed.","human_ref_B":"Genius","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1962.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"hte3k1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Why are the slots\/drill patterns on some brake rotors opposite of the vent vanes? This is going to be somewhat difficult to explain, since I can't attach images in this subreddit, but I'm going to try my best.     I had always thought that slotted or drilled rotors should be mounted where the patterns spiral forward, and this is actually the case with many brake rotor brands. However, large companies such as StopTech and Power Stop have their slots\/drill hole patterns designed in a directionally opposite pattern to the internal curved vent vanes.     Is there some advantage to having the slots\/holes arranged this way? Does it cause less pad wear? Or does it cause more bite and therefore better braking power?","c_root_id_A":"fyggf08","c_root_id_B":"fygg6cf","created_at_utc_A":1595075165,"created_at_utc_B":1595074955,"score_A":15,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Slotting and drilling in rotors is mainly for offgassing and heat dissipation of heat. Rarely are they setup to give \"more bite\", but those do exist. Surely some engineer did some modeling and testing. Maybe they found some small advantage to a different pattern. Either a performance advantage or slower wear with the same braking power. Could also be easier manufacturing process.   Short answer: The designing engineer likely has a reason, but we don't know what it is.   Kinda the same way some vehicles have the brake caliper on the front of the rotor and some have it towards the rear.","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/www.zeckhausen.com\/catalog\/index.php?cPath=6446_6515","labels":1,"seconds_difference":210.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"gc1wxw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Are brake calipers dependent on the size of wheels? (Can calipers from an 18-inch wheel car fit on the same model car that has 16-inch wheels?) Hey, my Alfa Romeo Giulietta has 16-inch alloy wheels, I'm looking at purchasing red brake calipers from a wrecked Alfa Romeo Giulietta that has 18-inch alloy wheels. Will these calipers fit my wheels? Or am I completely stupid and wheel size has nothing to do with it? Thanks :)","c_root_id_A":"fp8tk6w","c_root_id_B":"fp91cbq","created_at_utc_A":1588402519,"created_at_utc_B":1588410537,"score_A":7,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Simple answer is it should work, but a lot of cars have a package that includes bigger brakes and wheels, so YMMV","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people in here are misinterpreting the question.   I think you're asking if brakes from a car that had larger wheels will fit your car that came with smaller wheels right?  that depends.   if the car with the larger wheels had a package that had larger brakes, then maybe but probably not.   *generally* when manufacturers go larger wheels there is an option to do larger brakes and with Alfa I think there is a brembo option that requires bigger wheels.   I would honestly ask this question on an alfa specific forum\/sub because unless someone knows the option\/trim package options the best answer you are going to get here is \"maybe\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8018.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
{"post_id":"gc1wxw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Are brake calipers dependent on the size of wheels? (Can calipers from an 18-inch wheel car fit on the same model car that has 16-inch wheels?) Hey, my Alfa Romeo Giulietta has 16-inch alloy wheels, I'm looking at purchasing red brake calipers from a wrecked Alfa Romeo Giulietta that has 18-inch alloy wheels. Will these calipers fit my wheels? Or am I completely stupid and wheel size has nothing to do with it? Thanks :)","c_root_id_A":"fp8tx9m","c_root_id_B":"fp91cbq","created_at_utc_A":1588402864,"created_at_utc_B":1588410537,"score_A":3,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"bigger wheels can fit bigger rotors and calipers.   id just measure and inspect the new calipers to see if theyre bigger. measure the depth of the wheel and thickness of caliper too.  alot of time researching can be saved by simply using a tape measure.","human_ref_B":"I think a lot of people in here are misinterpreting the question.   I think you're asking if brakes from a car that had larger wheels will fit your car that came with smaller wheels right?  that depends.   if the car with the larger wheels had a package that had larger brakes, then maybe but probably not.   *generally* when manufacturers go larger wheels there is an option to do larger brakes and with Alfa I think there is a brembo option that requires bigger wheels.   I would honestly ask this question on an alfa specific forum\/sub because unless someone knows the option\/trim package options the best answer you are going to get here is \"maybe\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7673.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"fhea3g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Sleeping in the car? I like to catch up on my sleep during lunch breaks.  Sleeping at work is grounds for dismissal. My only option is to take my power naps in the car.  The thing is, the climate here is brutal, with temperatures easily exceeding 40 C (100 F) in the summer. I need to leave the car and A\/C on so I don't get cooked.  I usually drive to this parking lot nearby. It's open-air, and a pretty safe area with trendy restaurants and security. My car is nice enough that no one has told me off.  Other than burning through fossil fuels and my wallet, is this bad for me or my car?","c_root_id_A":"fkani17","c_root_id_B":"fkasncd","created_at_utc_A":1584014405,"created_at_utc_B":1584018473,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Idling for long periods of time is bad but your naps are going to be significantly less than any real damage that could be caused","human_ref_B":"It's not the healthiest thing for your car but if idling for half an hour kills your car its because your car was already unhealthy.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4068.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"fhea3g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Sleeping in the car? I like to catch up on my sleep during lunch breaks.  Sleeping at work is grounds for dismissal. My only option is to take my power naps in the car.  The thing is, the climate here is brutal, with temperatures easily exceeding 40 C (100 F) in the summer. I need to leave the car and A\/C on so I don't get cooked.  I usually drive to this parking lot nearby. It's open-air, and a pretty safe area with trendy restaurants and security. My car is nice enough that no one has told me off.  Other than burning through fossil fuels and my wallet, is this bad for me or my car?","c_root_id_A":"fkani17","c_root_id_B":"fkau4sk","created_at_utc_A":1584014405,"created_at_utc_B":1584019519,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Idling for long periods of time is bad but your naps are going to be significantly less than any real damage that could be caused","human_ref_B":"Get a hybrid, such as a Toyota Prius.  You can leave these running (even over night) with the AC turned on.   The Internal Combustion Engine, ICE, turns on only when the traction battery is depleted by about 80%, to recharge to 90%, then turns itself off.  All the while the AC is turned on.  I would say that in an hour of parking the ICE is on for 10 minutes.  Don't get an older Honda Insight because, in those systems, the ICE will not turn on while the car is stopped.  The newer ones are fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5114.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"fhea3g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Sleeping in the car? I like to catch up on my sleep during lunch breaks.  Sleeping at work is grounds for dismissal. My only option is to take my power naps in the car.  The thing is, the climate here is brutal, with temperatures easily exceeding 40 C (100 F) in the summer. I need to leave the car and A\/C on so I don't get cooked.  I usually drive to this parking lot nearby. It's open-air, and a pretty safe area with trendy restaurants and security. My car is nice enough that no one has told me off.  Other than burning through fossil fuels and my wallet, is this bad for me or my car?","c_root_id_A":"fkb02xt","c_root_id_B":"fkb2f7l","created_at_utc_A":1584023327,"created_at_utc_B":1584024739,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Sweet dreams man, that car is F I N E","human_ref_B":"I'd say the best thing you can do is at least park in the shade if at all possible, that will help dramatically.   Maybe invest in one of these (only half joking, lol)  https:\/\/imgaz1.staticbg.com\/thumb\/large\/oaupload\/banggood\/images\/69\/82\/f7124eda-5c4f-4702-8060-da075aaa9802.gif","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1412.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"erq18t","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Thoughts on a first time dealership buyer? I bought my first car from a car dealer today. I want a general idea of whether I made a good buy or not.  2001 Dodge neon 95k miles 2,250 final price before fees Very clean engine and interior, Aluminum wheels, no rust or anything. Runs and drives wonderfully. Possibly garage kept? Looks too clean not to have been.","c_root_id_A":"ff5gkxm","c_root_id_B":"ff5vs2l","created_at_utc_A":1579591938,"created_at_utc_B":1579611926,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Posting some pictures of what you described would be better","human_ref_B":"I can't believe you found a Dodge Neon that not only still exists and runs, but isn't destroyed! That alone is impressive.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19988.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"eipwvn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What to do with car where repairs are more than the value of the car itself? My plan is to get a new car but I am wondering what to do with my old one.  It\u2019s a 06 BMW 525 (189k miles) with many issues.  The cost to fix all of the serious problems would exceed the value of the car.  My question is what do I do with it?   I don\u2019t expect much if I traded it in.","c_root_id_A":"fct0dd9","c_root_id_B":"fcsxv8j","created_at_utc_A":1577929616,"created_at_utc_B":1577927852,"score_A":18,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Gonna go against the grain here.  From a long term financial perspective, it's almost always more economical to repair an older car and drive it until the wheels fall off, irrespective of that car's value or the cost of repairs.  The justification is simple - depreciation on a new(er) vehicle will almost always exceed the cost of repairs for a given timeframe.  Say you spend $4000 to fix it, and it runs for another 3 years. Alternatively, you sell it and go buy a 3 year old CPO car fresh off a lease and keep it for another 3 years, net cost is $15k. On average you will lose $5k in value on that newer car anyway.  Now of course if you have $5k worth of repairs on a $2500 car and you want to sell it and buy an $8k car all of the above goes away, but that depends on your situation.","human_ref_B":"How do you know what repairs it needs?  Unless it\u2019s a trusted shop I would get a second opinion before making any rash decisions.  Some BMW dealers are insanely shady (obviously you can say that for any brand though).  Anecdotally, my brother brought in his 09 335i a few weeks ago for a recall, and they sent him home with a repair quote of about $8,000\u2013well over the price of the car.  We fixed a gasket for ~$700 and the rest was fine.  I\u2019ve had a bunch of BMWs understanding they\u2019re extremely expensive to fix but you need to be sure it\u2019s actually in need of fixing, especially where the prices are exceeding the value of the car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1764.0,"score_ratio":9.0}
{"post_id":"eipwvn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What to do with car where repairs are more than the value of the car itself? My plan is to get a new car but I am wondering what to do with my old one.  It\u2019s a 06 BMW 525 (189k miles) with many issues.  The cost to fix all of the serious problems would exceed the value of the car.  My question is what do I do with it?   I don\u2019t expect much if I traded it in.","c_root_id_A":"fcsxv8j","c_root_id_B":"fctas5f","created_at_utc_A":1577927852,"created_at_utc_B":1577937532,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"How do you know what repairs it needs?  Unless it\u2019s a trusted shop I would get a second opinion before making any rash decisions.  Some BMW dealers are insanely shady (obviously you can say that for any brand though).  Anecdotally, my brother brought in his 09 335i a few weeks ago for a recall, and they sent him home with a repair quote of about $8,000\u2013well over the price of the car.  We fixed a gasket for ~$700 and the rest was fine.  I\u2019ve had a bunch of BMWs understanding they\u2019re extremely expensive to fix but you need to be sure it\u2019s actually in need of fixing, especially where the prices are exceeding the value of the car.","human_ref_B":"Places like pull-a-part will buy it.   They give free quotes online.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9680.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"e1jtz1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Different types of window tint - how to choose? I'm interested in getting my windows tinted.  A local detail shop has four different types of tint to choose from for different prices.  Is there a big difference? https:\/\/www.atomicautosalon.com\/window-tinting  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"f8pxxue","c_root_id_B":"f8qb3hm","created_at_utc_A":1574709046,"created_at_utc_B":1574714917,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"I'm not super knowledgeable on this but there are differences like scratch resistance and fade resistance. You pretty much get what you pay for. I'd ask the installer what the actual differences are.","human_ref_B":"The more expensive ones will block more heat and, IMO, are worth it if you're already going through the process. The difference in cabin comfort on a hot day can be pretty noticeable, especially if you have a black interior.   Otherwise, just pick one with a lifetime warranty and a tint level that won't get you hassled by The Man. 50% is darker from the outside than you think, and it's about the darkest I'd go. Even that may be over your state's limit so caveat emptor.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5871.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e1jtz1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Different types of window tint - how to choose? I'm interested in getting my windows tinted.  A local detail shop has four different types of tint to choose from for different prices.  Is there a big difference? https:\/\/www.atomicautosalon.com\/window-tinting  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"f8q6bl2","c_root_id_B":"f8qb3hm","created_at_utc_A":1574712801,"created_at_utc_B":1574714917,"score_A":3,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Read the description that they provide on the website lol","human_ref_B":"The more expensive ones will block more heat and, IMO, are worth it if you're already going through the process. The difference in cabin comfort on a hot day can be pretty noticeable, especially if you have a black interior.   Otherwise, just pick one with a lifetime warranty and a tint level that won't get you hassled by The Man. 50% is darker from the outside than you think, and it's about the darkest I'd go. Even that may be over your state's limit so caveat emptor.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2116.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e1jtz1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Different types of window tint - how to choose? I'm interested in getting my windows tinted.  A local detail shop has four different types of tint to choose from for different prices.  Is there a big difference? https:\/\/www.atomicautosalon.com\/window-tinting  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"f8r687c","c_root_id_B":"f8rakgg","created_at_utc_A":1574732927,"created_at_utc_B":1574735822,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I had my done last year. As everyone already stated pick the tint that offers what your looking for. One thing the tint shop advised was the metallic tints can block cell phone reception, so something to think about.","human_ref_B":"I moved to Texas a couple of years ago and the heat was flat out oppressive in my car with all black interior.   A local shop with a good reputation showed me various grades of tint - when I asked for the absolute best heat rejection they offered me Wincos ceramic tint - the trick was to also tint the windshield in 95% (virtually undetectable but still blocks tons of heat)   The heat became a non factor. It still got hot if I left the car in the sun, but it cooled off very quickly and I didn\u2019t have to set my AC anywhere near as low to get the cabin cool.   $750 well spent.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2895.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dzyojx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"DAILY SPORTS CAR? so im starting college next semester and wanted a car that i could semi-daily. most people would tell me get a miata or a civic like everyone but im not everyone else. i do have mechanical experience working on a 94 eclipse and a mazda 626 so i can do basic maintenance on my car like oil changes, timing belts, and what not. my school is 15 miles from where i live and its mostly highway driving there. my work is equally the same distance being 4 miles away from my school. keep in mind if anything were to happen to my (future) car i do have my dad's car i could always drive if need be for whatever reason (he works nights so i practically have the car all day until 9pm, he is really nice about letting me drive it). ive honestly broken it down to a few cars: lexus sc300, toyota mr2, mazda rx8, nissan 300z, or a mark 3 supra. i honestly like the design of all of these cars. the only downside is i cant do maintenance with anything transmission or (internal) engine wise (i could try but most likely wont succeed). just wanted some opinions on which of these cars i should get and why or why not its a good idea. thanks! feel free to share personal stories?","c_root_id_A":"f8awvcn","c_root_id_B":"f8axdh7","created_at_utc_A":1574416280,"created_at_utc_B":1574417089,"score_A":6,"score_B":33,"human_ref_A":"You don't mention budget, so I'll toss this out there. 986 boxter.","human_ref_B":"I'd say avoid the RX-8 if your heart isn't set on it. Those rotary engines eat gas and oil like crazy, and as car enthusiasts all know, the Apex seals on those engines are pretty much the first things to go. And like you said, you're not completely confident in your internal engine work yet.  The other options are all pretty rock solid as far as aging sports cars go; the Lexus would be noticeably more bulletproof than the rest. Taking use of a non turbo 2JZ engine and all.  The MR2 is definitely gonna be the least convenient and probably most annoying to work on, what with the engine in the back and the piss poor cargo space. My current in college project car is an 86 Fiero and I can tell you it's not always fun sitting inside the trunk just to perform maintenance.  The Nissan 300 and Supra mk3 are both gonna be decently reliable, but pretty finnicky. Since you've got a backup car and decent mechanical know how, these aren't bad options. Age is definitely starting to take a toll on those cars, so expect the random issue here and there, but if you baby them, it should be few and far between.   Additional options that I figured I might add in:  If you're into hatchbacks, a GTI or Mazdaspeed 3 are both pretty reliable and newer versions can be had for what you'd pick the others up for. Both also definitely have sporty get up and go.  Porsche Boxster. Find a late 90s early 2000s one with no ims bearing issue or a fixed one, that's an absolute must. This one will obviously cost more for parts and is even more annoying to work on than an MR2, but if you're up for the task it's very very very hard to beat Porsche at making the ultimate driver oriented sports car.  2003 Buick Regal GSx. This one is pretty rare and hard to find, but I figured I'd throw out a luxury, yet sporty option. They will all be automatics, but you'll get mid 90s Buick comfort with a 300 HP supercharged V6. Biggest bonus, these are absolutely dirt cheap to repair, and will go the distance to over 200k easy.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":809.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"dzyojx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"DAILY SPORTS CAR? so im starting college next semester and wanted a car that i could semi-daily. most people would tell me get a miata or a civic like everyone but im not everyone else. i do have mechanical experience working on a 94 eclipse and a mazda 626 so i can do basic maintenance on my car like oil changes, timing belts, and what not. my school is 15 miles from where i live and its mostly highway driving there. my work is equally the same distance being 4 miles away from my school. keep in mind if anything were to happen to my (future) car i do have my dad's car i could always drive if need be for whatever reason (he works nights so i practically have the car all day until 9pm, he is really nice about letting me drive it). ive honestly broken it down to a few cars: lexus sc300, toyota mr2, mazda rx8, nissan 300z, or a mark 3 supra. i honestly like the design of all of these cars. the only downside is i cant do maintenance with anything transmission or (internal) engine wise (i could try but most likely wont succeed). just wanted some opinions on which of these cars i should get and why or why not its a good idea. thanks! feel free to share personal stories?","c_root_id_A":"f8ba8up","c_root_id_B":"f8bgwhe","created_at_utc_A":1574431762,"created_at_utc_B":1574436600,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\\>Lexus Sc300  Looks good but stock it's your grandpas land barge, better suited for VIP and static builds  \\>Toyota MR2  AW11 is a rust bucket but has that 4AGE, the 2nd Gen is a death trap with snap oversteer. Both are good track cars.  \\>Mazda RX8  \uff21\uff30\uff25\uff38\u3000\uff33\uff25\uff21\uff2c\uff33    Rotary cars are fantastic, not the RX-8, the RX-8 is great handling wise but suffers from under-lubrication of the rotary housing causing the apex seals to give up the ghost faster it wasn't until later models like the R3 that they really ironed out the kinks and made the RX-8 actually good. Expect to rebuild the engine as apart of regular maintenance.  \\>Nissan 300z  The safest option, good power but engine cooling is the issue here, people really like using the trans out of these in drift builds so you've basically got most of what you need on the car already, some don't come with an LSD though but you can probably find one, or weld your old one if you're a psychopath who likes rotating your tyers every time you go for a drive.  \\>mk3 Supra  It was primarily built as a grand tourer, while not as soft as the soarer it's still not a track weapon, it has more in common with a muscle car what with the front end being a bit heavy but a 1jz goes a long way, not as far as a 2j but close.","human_ref_B":"Get the SC300 or MR2","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4838.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dzyojx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"DAILY SPORTS CAR? so im starting college next semester and wanted a car that i could semi-daily. most people would tell me get a miata or a civic like everyone but im not everyone else. i do have mechanical experience working on a 94 eclipse and a mazda 626 so i can do basic maintenance on my car like oil changes, timing belts, and what not. my school is 15 miles from where i live and its mostly highway driving there. my work is equally the same distance being 4 miles away from my school. keep in mind if anything were to happen to my (future) car i do have my dad's car i could always drive if need be for whatever reason (he works nights so i practically have the car all day until 9pm, he is really nice about letting me drive it). ive honestly broken it down to a few cars: lexus sc300, toyota mr2, mazda rx8, nissan 300z, or a mark 3 supra. i honestly like the design of all of these cars. the only downside is i cant do maintenance with anything transmission or (internal) engine wise (i could try but most likely wont succeed). just wanted some opinions on which of these cars i should get and why or why not its a good idea. thanks! feel free to share personal stories?","c_root_id_A":"f8bg87f","c_root_id_B":"f8bgwhe","created_at_utc_A":1574436142,"created_at_utc_B":1574436600,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"you could go with the sc400 with the 1uz. very dependable and has some decent power behind it","human_ref_B":"Get the SC300 or MR2","labels":0,"seconds_difference":458.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dzyojx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"DAILY SPORTS CAR? so im starting college next semester and wanted a car that i could semi-daily. most people would tell me get a miata or a civic like everyone but im not everyone else. i do have mechanical experience working on a 94 eclipse and a mazda 626 so i can do basic maintenance on my car like oil changes, timing belts, and what not. my school is 15 miles from where i live and its mostly highway driving there. my work is equally the same distance being 4 miles away from my school. keep in mind if anything were to happen to my (future) car i do have my dad's car i could always drive if need be for whatever reason (he works nights so i practically have the car all day until 9pm, he is really nice about letting me drive it). ive honestly broken it down to a few cars: lexus sc300, toyota mr2, mazda rx8, nissan 300z, or a mark 3 supra. i honestly like the design of all of these cars. the only downside is i cant do maintenance with anything transmission or (internal) engine wise (i could try but most likely wont succeed). just wanted some opinions on which of these cars i should get and why or why not its a good idea. thanks! feel free to share personal stories?","c_root_id_A":"f8ba8up","c_root_id_B":"f8bx60e","created_at_utc_A":1574431762,"created_at_utc_B":1574447373,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\\>Lexus Sc300  Looks good but stock it's your grandpas land barge, better suited for VIP and static builds  \\>Toyota MR2  AW11 is a rust bucket but has that 4AGE, the 2nd Gen is a death trap with snap oversteer. Both are good track cars.  \\>Mazda RX8  \uff21\uff30\uff25\uff38\u3000\uff33\uff25\uff21\uff2c\uff33    Rotary cars are fantastic, not the RX-8, the RX-8 is great handling wise but suffers from under-lubrication of the rotary housing causing the apex seals to give up the ghost faster it wasn't until later models like the R3 that they really ironed out the kinks and made the RX-8 actually good. Expect to rebuild the engine as apart of regular maintenance.  \\>Nissan 300z  The safest option, good power but engine cooling is the issue here, people really like using the trans out of these in drift builds so you've basically got most of what you need on the car already, some don't come with an LSD though but you can probably find one, or weld your old one if you're a psychopath who likes rotating your tyers every time you go for a drive.  \\>mk3 Supra  It was primarily built as a grand tourer, while not as soft as the soarer it's still not a track weapon, it has more in common with a muscle car what with the front end being a bit heavy but a 1jz goes a long way, not as far as a 2j but close.","human_ref_B":"It's not a legit \"Sports Car\", but my daily is a 2013 V6 HFP Accord Coupe 6MT.  I sacrifice some of the road feel of an actual sports car, admittedly, but it's got plenty of power, reacts quickly enough, and could get me into trouble if I let it.  The back seat is reasonably functional, and I can put stuff in the trunk when I need to.  That said, when I was shopping for a car in the spring, my first choice was actually a 2012\/2013 Speed 3, but when I finally found one I trusted, the seller ghosted me before the deal was complete.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15611.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dzyojx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"DAILY SPORTS CAR? so im starting college next semester and wanted a car that i could semi-daily. most people would tell me get a miata or a civic like everyone but im not everyone else. i do have mechanical experience working on a 94 eclipse and a mazda 626 so i can do basic maintenance on my car like oil changes, timing belts, and what not. my school is 15 miles from where i live and its mostly highway driving there. my work is equally the same distance being 4 miles away from my school. keep in mind if anything were to happen to my (future) car i do have my dad's car i could always drive if need be for whatever reason (he works nights so i practically have the car all day until 9pm, he is really nice about letting me drive it). ive honestly broken it down to a few cars: lexus sc300, toyota mr2, mazda rx8, nissan 300z, or a mark 3 supra. i honestly like the design of all of these cars. the only downside is i cant do maintenance with anything transmission or (internal) engine wise (i could try but most likely wont succeed). just wanted some opinions on which of these cars i should get and why or why not its a good idea. thanks! feel free to share personal stories?","c_root_id_A":"f8bg87f","c_root_id_B":"f8bx60e","created_at_utc_A":1574436142,"created_at_utc_B":1574447373,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"you could go with the sc400 with the 1uz. very dependable and has some decent power behind it","human_ref_B":"It's not a legit \"Sports Car\", but my daily is a 2013 V6 HFP Accord Coupe 6MT.  I sacrifice some of the road feel of an actual sports car, admittedly, but it's got plenty of power, reacts quickly enough, and could get me into trouble if I let it.  The back seat is reasonably functional, and I can put stuff in the trunk when I need to.  That said, when I was shopping for a car in the spring, my first choice was actually a 2012\/2013 Speed 3, but when I finally found one I trusted, the seller ghosted me before the deal was complete.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11231.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dzyojx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"DAILY SPORTS CAR? so im starting college next semester and wanted a car that i could semi-daily. most people would tell me get a miata or a civic like everyone but im not everyone else. i do have mechanical experience working on a 94 eclipse and a mazda 626 so i can do basic maintenance on my car like oil changes, timing belts, and what not. my school is 15 miles from where i live and its mostly highway driving there. my work is equally the same distance being 4 miles away from my school. keep in mind if anything were to happen to my (future) car i do have my dad's car i could always drive if need be for whatever reason (he works nights so i practically have the car all day until 9pm, he is really nice about letting me drive it). ive honestly broken it down to a few cars: lexus sc300, toyota mr2, mazda rx8, nissan 300z, or a mark 3 supra. i honestly like the design of all of these cars. the only downside is i cant do maintenance with anything transmission or (internal) engine wise (i could try but most likely wont succeed). just wanted some opinions on which of these cars i should get and why or why not its a good idea. thanks! feel free to share personal stories?","c_root_id_A":"f8bx60e","c_root_id_B":"f8bwaph","created_at_utc_A":1574447373,"created_at_utc_B":1574446806,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It's not a legit \"Sports Car\", but my daily is a 2013 V6 HFP Accord Coupe 6MT.  I sacrifice some of the road feel of an actual sports car, admittedly, but it's got plenty of power, reacts quickly enough, and could get me into trouble if I let it.  The back seat is reasonably functional, and I can put stuff in the trunk when I need to.  That said, when I was shopping for a car in the spring, my first choice was actually a 2012\/2013 Speed 3, but when I finally found one I trusted, the seller ghosted me before the deal was complete.","human_ref_B":"Do you have a set budget in mind?   I don't think any of the cars you're looking at are going to be a reliable daily just based on age. Rubber and plastic degrades with time and heat cycles","labels":1,"seconds_difference":567.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0t7wbv","c_root_id_B":"f0t81nv","created_at_utc_A":1568917444,"created_at_utc_B":1568917515,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"When each piston is as low as it can go in the motor, Its how much fluid could \"fill\" the cylinder up to the valves, all added up.","human_ref_B":"What the other guy said - that number is \"displacement.\"  An engine's job is to turn heat into movement.  \\- Heat comes from burning gasoline and air together.  \\- The amount of heat you can generate = the amount of movement (power) you can get.  \\- The more gasoline + air you can move THROUGH the engine, the more heat you can generate.  This is why we're concerned with displacement.  A 3.2L audi V6 can move 3.2L of air\/fuel inside it once per revolution.  A 5.0L mustang can move 5.0L of air\/fuel inside it once per revolution.  In a 5.0 V8 Mustang, each cylinder can move 5\/8 of a liter of air inside it each revolution.  5\/8 of a liter \\* 8 cylinders = 5.0 total L of displacement.  (There are lots of things you can do to make each L of displacement generate more heat, but that's a separate subject.  All things being equal, more displacement = more heat = more power.)  Edit: good point from galoluscus in order to be clearer.  While displacement is a measure of how much air\/fuel can be moved once per revolution, the amount of air \/fuel that is actually processed by the engine is half that in a 4 stroke.  Still, we use displacement as a measurement because it's directly indicative of throughput.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":71.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0tyvcx","c_root_id_B":"f0t9e6d","created_at_utc_A":1568931304,"created_at_utc_B":1568918162,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Well the Subaru Boxer does consume 2.5L of oil a year, to be fair lol","human_ref_B":"Everyone so far is mostly correct.  To clarify, here is how it is calculated:  Calculate the bore area = Pi \\* (bore Diameter \\^ 2) \/ 4;  Cylinder Volume = Piston area \\* stroke  Total displacement = engine volume = Cylinder volume \\* number of cylinders.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13142.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0tyvcx","c_root_id_B":"f0t7wbv","created_at_utc_A":1568931304,"created_at_utc_B":1568917444,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Well the Subaru Boxer does consume 2.5L of oil a year, to be fair lol","human_ref_B":"When each piston is as low as it can go in the motor, Its how much fluid could \"fill\" the cylinder up to the valves, all added up.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13860.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0t7wbv","c_root_id_B":"f0t9e6d","created_at_utc_A":1568917444,"created_at_utc_B":1568918162,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"When each piston is as low as it can go in the motor, Its how much fluid could \"fill\" the cylinder up to the valves, all added up.","human_ref_B":"Everyone so far is mostly correct.  To clarify, here is how it is calculated:  Calculate the bore area = Pi \\* (bore Diameter \\^ 2) \/ 4;  Cylinder Volume = Piston area \\* stroke  Total displacement = engine volume = Cylinder volume \\* number of cylinders.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":718.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0uw9ij","c_root_id_B":"f0t7wbv","created_at_utc_A":1568952957,"created_at_utc_B":1568917444,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Another tidbit, Litres are the more popular\/modern way of describing engines. They convert easily to Cubic Centimeters, the old common popular descriptor for engine size, where a 3.2L is a 3200cc, a 2.5L is a 2500cc etc etc. You see Rotaries, Kei cars and old Volkswagens measured in cc a lot.  Also you can multiply litres by 61.5 to roughly get the size in freedom units(cubic inches). Like a small block Chevy, the iconic 350 is a 5.7L. You mentioned the 5.0L Mustang V8, previously known as a 302. etc etc","human_ref_B":"When each piston is as low as it can go in the motor, Its how much fluid could \"fill\" the cylinder up to the valves, all added up.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":35513.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0tzhgh","c_root_id_B":"f0uw9ij","created_at_utc_A":1568931587,"created_at_utc_B":1568952957,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That number is how many litres of air the engine displaces in one revolution of the crankshaft.","human_ref_B":"Another tidbit, Litres are the more popular\/modern way of describing engines. They convert easily to Cubic Centimeters, the old common popular descriptor for engine size, where a 3.2L is a 3200cc, a 2.5L is a 2500cc etc etc. You see Rotaries, Kei cars and old Volkswagens measured in cc a lot.  Also you can multiply litres by 61.5 to roughly get the size in freedom units(cubic inches). Like a small block Chevy, the iconic 350 is a 5.7L. You mentioned the 5.0L Mustang V8, previously known as a 302. etc etc","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21370.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"d6huy4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Litres in engine volume? What does the litres mean in engines? Is it oil consumption? Example: 3.2 litre Audi V6, 5.0 litre Mustang V8, 2.5 litre Subaru boxer.","c_root_id_A":"f0uw9ij","c_root_id_B":"f0u6nx3","created_at_utc_A":1568952957,"created_at_utc_B":1568935052,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Another tidbit, Litres are the more popular\/modern way of describing engines. They convert easily to Cubic Centimeters, the old common popular descriptor for engine size, where a 3.2L is a 3200cc, a 2.5L is a 2500cc etc etc. You see Rotaries, Kei cars and old Volkswagens measured in cc a lot.  Also you can multiply litres by 61.5 to roughly get the size in freedom units(cubic inches). Like a small block Chevy, the iconic 350 is a 5.7L. You mentioned the 5.0L Mustang V8, previously known as a 302. etc etc","human_ref_B":"Just in case you are still confused, the simplest (tho if you want to get technical maybe not officially correct) explanation is: it's the maximum air the engine can hold","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17905.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"c7xi2b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"If you rear end someone that brake checks you, who pays out? Assuming you caught it on camera","c_root_id_A":"esi3hmk","c_root_id_B":"esi45j7","created_at_utc_A":1562006089,"created_at_utc_B":1562006451,"score_A":8,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"You'd be at fault.","human_ref_B":"You should always be far enough back that you have room to stop. Not always realistic though. However brake checking can be considered road rage which is a crime. Also reckless endangerment.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":362.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"c3qkgu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What happens when you drive with handbrakes on? It happened to me a couple of times that I forgot to remove the parking brakes and drove for a while before I realized that parking brake is on. What happens to the car when you do that?","c_root_id_A":"erslmvf","c_root_id_B":"ersixhl","created_at_utc_A":1561217652,"created_at_utc_B":1561215417,"score_A":21,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"\"It should be called the emergency make the car smell bad lever.\"","human_ref_B":"It wears out the brakes and generally puts some extra strain on the car in general. There are different types of parking brake setups and that will determine what part it wears on. It could be a dedicated parking brake, or it could just use the standard brakes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2235.0,"score_ratio":1.6153846154}
{"post_id":"c3qkgu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What happens when you drive with handbrakes on? It happened to me a couple of times that I forgot to remove the parking brakes and drove for a while before I realized that parking brake is on. What happens to the car when you do that?","c_root_id_A":"ersj0h6","c_root_id_B":"erslmvf","created_at_utc_A":1561215486,"created_at_utc_B":1561217652,"score_A":2,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"You will most likely just have worn the brake pads down. I doubt they would get to the stage of overheating and warping.","human_ref_B":"\"It should be called the emergency make the car smell bad lever.\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2166.0,"score_ratio":10.5}
{"post_id":"bgva08","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What car would you buy if you just won $106 413 US? Let's say you wanted a fairly new car too","c_root_id_A":"elns02j","c_root_id_B":"elnrmez","created_at_utc_A":1556117139,"created_at_utc_B":1556116910,"score_A":20,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"That\u2019s an oddly specific number.   Either way, here\u2019s my list:   Practical electric car: Tesla Model S Long Range (with autopilot)   Practical gasoline car: Porsche Panamera 4S   Fun car: Convertible Jaguar F Type R","human_ref_B":"Is that before or after tax?   I'd buy a CPO Volvo V60 estate. R trim, thank you. Because I could commute in comfort, go around corners, punch through the worst midwest snow storms and pull my camper for vacations with that 3000lb towing capacity. Also, survive any roadway accident short of some Final Destination shit.    Also, because wagon.    And then I'd take the other $70k, buy a *nicer* camper, and refinance my house, freeing up many hundreds of dollars every month for when that Volvo eventually dies because it's a car and they do that. At that point, I'll be able to finance as many Volvos as I want given my higher home equity and more comfortable monthly operating margin.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":229.0,"score_ratio":1.8181818182}
{"post_id":"bgva08","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What car would you buy if you just won $106 413 US? Let's say you wanted a fairly new car too","c_root_id_A":"elnzftd","c_root_id_B":"elo7c1s","created_at_utc_A":1556121608,"created_at_utc_B":1556126293,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"BMW m3 e46.","human_ref_B":"Fuck a car, I'd use it as a down payment on a house.  If I had to get a car, I'd get more than 1.  C5 z06 for my old man, C5 Vette coupe for me, brand new Camry for my parents.  If I had to spend it all on 1 car, Lexus GS F.  Jesus, I'm getting old.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4685.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"be1lo3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Does a color change destroy a car value? If I wanted to buy a relatively newer car - 2012\/2013 and wanted to get a true color change, would I destroy the value?  &#x200B;  I understand the less costly alternatives like plastidip and wrapping, but a respray would be my #1.","c_root_id_A":"el2ov4s","c_root_id_B":"el2ki1o","created_at_utc_A":1555470406,"created_at_utc_B":1555467088,"score_A":10,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Just get a wrap, it'll be cheaper for even a top level wrap job and you can undo it after to preserve retail value","human_ref_B":"The only proper way to change a cars color is to strip it down to chassis only and paint it. Most people don't do this and when you open the bonnet or open a door and you see the old color = shit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3318.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"bbtrov","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Do dealerships typically refill all fluids when selling a used car? I know they fill the gas up but I'm wondering about fluids. I bought a used honda accord last monday and the power steering fluid is below the minimum. There's either a leak or they didn't fill it up all the way. I'm thinking about taking it in the shop but what's the typical practice?","c_root_id_A":"eklfvg5","c_root_id_B":"eklezkb","created_at_utc_A":1554944807,"created_at_utc_B":1554944160,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Wait what? Used cars come with full gas?! Mine didn't!","human_ref_B":"There is a leak otherwise it doesn't get low. Paid $$$ to put a new rack in and the new one leaked after several years. I've had better luck with lucas oil stop leak fluid from the auto parts store.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":647.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"bbtrov","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Do dealerships typically refill all fluids when selling a used car? I know they fill the gas up but I'm wondering about fluids. I bought a used honda accord last monday and the power steering fluid is below the minimum. There's either a leak or they didn't fill it up all the way. I'm thinking about taking it in the shop but what's the typical practice?","c_root_id_A":"eklfvg5","c_root_id_B":"eklf5j0","created_at_utc_A":1554944807,"created_at_utc_B":1554944296,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Wait what? Used cars come with full gas?! Mine didn't!","human_ref_B":"They should, yes. How I was trained, it's to cover your ass. So you can confidently say you filled it. If a POS customer lies to get free stuff, you don't have to lie or double guess yourself, you know that you did.   Also helps with customer service and store reputation. If you know the store takes care of these small issues, topping up fluids and going that small extra mile.. you as the customer have confidence in buying the vehicle.  But hey some places are different.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":511.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"apho8c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Car racing sports. Where can I learn about them and watch them? I watched several clips of F1 racing and a documentary about Michael Schumacher. I want to start following the sport of car racing like f1 rally racing,... etc. But I know nothing about. Not thier rules, how points are counted, how to watch them \"prefer online\", different types of races. Like the different between F1 and F2 racing. is there F3 even? There this endurance race what it's called which I also interested.  Where can I watch these online? Where can I learn about these races? Where can I follow the news about these races?","c_root_id_A":"eg8egcc","c_root_id_B":"eg8d71r","created_at_utc_A":1549902879,"created_at_utc_B":1549902103,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Here on Reddit. r\/formula1 for Formula racing, r\/rally for World Rally Championship stuff (and lower-tier series), r\/wec, r\/uscr, and r\/blancpain for endurance racing, r\/nascar and r\/indycar  for American series, and r\/v8supercars for some Aussie flavor. All these subs have FAQs in their sidebars that should answer most new-fan questions.","human_ref_B":"For f1 specifically, this guys youtube channel has lots of \"what is this and why\" videos, that I enjoy.  &#x200B;  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/chainbearf1\/videos  &#x200B;  F1 also has an official youtube channel that delves into the specifics a little bit, but it's mostly hype videos and race highlights and stuff.  &#x200B;  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/Formula1\/videos  &#x200B;  The difference between F1 and the \"lower formulas\" is basically that they're typically a little smaller, make less power, and are younger drivers. Many think of these as series that if you're good at maybe you can get to F1.  &#x200B;  To my knowledge, IMSA, and WEC are the two big endurance championships. You may be thinking of Le Mans? Which is part of the WEC championship, but is by far the most well known endurance race.  &#x200B;  IMSA and WEC also both have youtube channels  &#x200B;  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/UnitedSportsCar  &#x200B;  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/FIAWEC\/videos  &#x200B;  Also for news and discussion, there is \/r\/formula1 and \/r\/wec which are pretty active.  &#x200B;  Edit:  &#x200B;  The F1 point system is a little complicated, so I thought I'd write a quick breakdown.  There are 2 championships in F1, the drivers and the constructors. Every constructor runs 2 cars, with 2 drivers, so every constructor has 1 entry into constructors, with double the number of entries into the drivers championship.  &#x200B;  The point breakdown is based on your finishing position and is as follows:  1: 25 points  2: 18 points  3: 15 points  4: 12 points  5: 10 points  6: 8 points  7: 6 points  8: 4 points  9: 2 points  10: 1 point  11+: No points.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":776.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"5rqx1m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How Bad is it to Reverse in a Manual Car while Moving? So, you my dad got me a 2000 Honda Civic Manual and installed a new clutch on it. When he was teaching me he said to NEVER have your car move while reversing in manual. A few weeks later when I get my license, I take my car around the block to start practicing and I need to reverse so I forget to hit the brake while rolling back at like 2 mph and I hear my gearbox grind. It was the worst sound ever and I accidently did it again like two weeks later but it was very minor this time. I know I will not do it again for sure but how bad could it be? It's a new clutch and I've been driving it well without burning the clutch. What will happen, will I regret it big time in the long run? Is it going to bite me in the ass later?","c_root_id_A":"dd9i7oq","c_root_id_B":"dd9gvab","created_at_utc_A":1486088528,"created_at_utc_B":1486086708,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I assume you mean \"never change into reverse when the car us moving\". And yep great advice as you found out. Reverse gear does not have a synchro mesh systm like the rest of the gears. So the gearbox (and by association the wheels) must be stationary to get the gear. You can get a sutuation where it is still difficult to change into reverse directly after driving in 1st. This is because the lay shaft inside the box is still spinning. Best thing to do is while stationary put it in 1st gear then try reverse again. The synchro mesh system will stop the lay shaft from spinning and your reverse gear will engage nicer.","human_ref_B":"Sure as shit don't do it again, a bit of damage to the clutch, gears, maybe syncros, worst case scenario you end up replacing the clutch ($120) or the transmission ($300-500?) a little earlier than normal. Chalk it up as a learning experience and learn where your gears are without even thinking about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1820.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"5rqx1m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How Bad is it to Reverse in a Manual Car while Moving? So, you my dad got me a 2000 Honda Civic Manual and installed a new clutch on it. When he was teaching me he said to NEVER have your car move while reversing in manual. A few weeks later when I get my license, I take my car around the block to start practicing and I need to reverse so I forget to hit the brake while rolling back at like 2 mph and I hear my gearbox grind. It was the worst sound ever and I accidently did it again like two weeks later but it was very minor this time. I know I will not do it again for sure but how bad could it be? It's a new clutch and I've been driving it well without burning the clutch. What will happen, will I regret it big time in the long run? Is it going to bite me in the ass later?","c_root_id_A":"dd9siu1","c_root_id_B":"dd9gvab","created_at_utc_A":1486104975,"created_at_utc_B":1486086708,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Mechanic here. You're fine. Is it bad? Yes. Will doing it twice destroy your transmission? Probably not. Manuals are built pretty tough, and Honda, as much as I hate Honda, makes pretty good manuals. So no worries. If you do it regularly, you'll regret it.","human_ref_B":"Sure as shit don't do it again, a bit of damage to the clutch, gears, maybe syncros, worst case scenario you end up replacing the clutch ($120) or the transmission ($300-500?) a little earlier than normal. Chalk it up as a learning experience and learn where your gears are without even thinking about it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18267.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"581oqf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why does my car run rough when my tank is low? My engine light came on. I used my obd scanner and a small Evap detected code came on.  Light goes on and off.  Usually come on when the car runs rough or I gun it.  Car runs rough under half a tank roughly.  Any ideas? Hyundai Veloster 2012 manual.","c_root_id_A":"d8wv1oh","c_root_id_B":"d8x0xwm","created_at_utc_A":1476768488,"created_at_utc_B":1476786709,"score_A":2,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Could be the fuel pump struggling to keep up, but that's kind of unlikely. How low is low?","human_ref_B":"Sounds like you got some bad gas with water in it. Try running some Isoheet in the next tank or two.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18221.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"581oqf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why does my car run rough when my tank is low? My engine light came on. I used my obd scanner and a small Evap detected code came on.  Light goes on and off.  Usually come on when the car runs rough or I gun it.  Car runs rough under half a tank roughly.  Any ideas? Hyundai Veloster 2012 manual.","c_root_id_A":"d8x1l6t","c_root_id_B":"d8wv1oh","created_at_utc_A":1476788679,"created_at_utc_B":1476768488,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm going to to suggest the fuel pump slowly dying as someone else suggested. I had a Dodge pick up that did the same when gas was low in the tank. I drove it like that for some time. It would run very roughly with no power, fill it up and it was fine again. Finally change the pump, which fixed it.","human_ref_B":"Could be the fuel pump struggling to keep up, but that's kind of unlikely. How low is low?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20191.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"4xc0pg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How do I plan an efficient trip? So, I just learnt how to drive and I decided I'd drive around town and stop at thrift stores along the way. So I was looking for an app or website that would take me from one thrift store to another efficiently. What I mean by that is I don't want to drive 5 miles to a store, then 2 miles back toward my home, then another 8 miles away from my home, then all the way back. Do you guys have any apps, websites, or anything for that?","c_root_id_A":"d6e833o","c_root_id_B":"d6e9uv3","created_at_utc_A":1470981873,"created_at_utc_B":1470986560,"score_A":6,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Look at a map app and figure out what the best route would be.","human_ref_B":"Haha - you have just described one of the most difficult problems ever devised. The Travelling Salesman Problem:  https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Travelling_salesman_problem  Enjoy.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4687.0,"score_ratio":3.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4xc0pg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How do I plan an efficient trip? So, I just learnt how to drive and I decided I'd drive around town and stop at thrift stores along the way. So I was looking for an app or website that would take me from one thrift store to another efficiently. What I mean by that is I don't want to drive 5 miles to a store, then 2 miles back toward my home, then another 8 miles away from my home, then all the way back. Do you guys have any apps, websites, or anything for that?","c_root_id_A":"d6e8jrp","c_root_id_B":"d6e9uv3","created_at_utc_A":1470982997,"created_at_utc_B":1470986560,"score_A":6,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Google maps and some common sense","human_ref_B":"Haha - you have just described one of the most difficult problems ever devised. The Travelling Salesman Problem:  https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Travelling_salesman_problem  Enjoy.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3563.0,"score_ratio":3.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4xc0pg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How do I plan an efficient trip? So, I just learnt how to drive and I decided I'd drive around town and stop at thrift stores along the way. So I was looking for an app or website that would take me from one thrift store to another efficiently. What I mean by that is I don't want to drive 5 miles to a store, then 2 miles back toward my home, then another 8 miles away from my home, then all the way back. Do you guys have any apps, websites, or anything for that?","c_root_id_A":"d6ep4t8","c_root_id_B":"d6ebvoz","created_at_utc_A":1471018547,"created_at_utc_B":1470993051,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The most direct route isn't necessarily the most efficient. A mile out of your way to avoid a street with several traffic lights can save minutes.","human_ref_B":"Voyager on Android does what you described, I've used it a few times and it works well enough.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":25496.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"4xc0pg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"How do I plan an efficient trip? So, I just learnt how to drive and I decided I'd drive around town and stop at thrift stores along the way. So I was looking for an app or website that would take me from one thrift store to another efficiently. What I mean by that is I don't want to drive 5 miles to a store, then 2 miles back toward my home, then another 8 miles away from my home, then all the way back. Do you guys have any apps, websites, or anything for that?","c_root_id_A":"d6eupwb","c_root_id_B":"d6ebvoz","created_at_utc_A":1471025385,"created_at_utc_B":1470993051,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Experience. I work as a delivery driver and let me tell you, it's super easy once you know the area. Nowadays, our system can route the whole thing, but most of the time, my own intuition pays off.   Things to look for when planning a route.   -know how many necessary stops there are on different routes. Sometimes a route could be faster even though it's longer because of speed limits and fewer traffic lights.   -knowing which street a stop light is bias too can help make routing decisions as well. If you can skip a light efficiently by cutting g through a neighborhood, do it. I feel as long as you are always moving towards your destination it's better than sitting at a light.   -have multiple routes for different times of day. If you're traveling during rush hour. Staying  in residential areas could potentially. Be faster for short drives.   - I personally am a fan of the mythical \"right hand turn only\"  routes. But only in the general sense, I like being able to move when im at a red light.  If I think of any more I'll add them.","human_ref_B":"Voyager on Android does what you described, I've used it a few times and it works well enough.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":32334.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zya4wf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"VW Phaeton W12 11k miles rear differential replacement for $18,671? I bought the vehicle with 6k miles 2 years ago for $49,500, I haven\u2019t had to do anything to it for the 5k I\u2019ve driven it but all of a sudden I need a rear diff replacement. I don\u2019t mind paying it because I love the car, but is this a fair price? I tried getting quotes from other places then the dealership but no local mechanic, even euro shops, are wanting to do it because of how difficult it is to source the parts.","c_root_id_A":"j24lz5u","c_root_id_B":"j251u0x","created_at_utc_A":1672333134,"created_at_utc_B":1672339211,"score_A":11,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"That sounds insane. It must share a wack load of parts from the A8.","human_ref_B":"Rare vehicle means rare parts. Sorry about your luck on this one. Have you found any online fan club forums or checked in with the VW sub on Reddit to see if anyone can advise you on this? A quick online search shows used rear diffs for it on ebay going $300. If you can source the correct part yourself you may be able to get a shop to do the work for you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6077.0,"score_ratio":1.9090909091}
{"post_id":"zya4wf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"VW Phaeton W12 11k miles rear differential replacement for $18,671? I bought the vehicle with 6k miles 2 years ago for $49,500, I haven\u2019t had to do anything to it for the 5k I\u2019ve driven it but all of a sudden I need a rear diff replacement. I don\u2019t mind paying it because I love the car, but is this a fair price? I tried getting quotes from other places then the dealership but no local mechanic, even euro shops, are wanting to do it because of how difficult it is to source the parts.","c_root_id_A":"j24rihn","c_root_id_B":"j251u0x","created_at_utc_A":1672335272,"created_at_utc_B":1672339211,"score_A":5,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"I assume your quote is itemized? How bad is the parts cost alone?","human_ref_B":"Rare vehicle means rare parts. Sorry about your luck on this one. Have you found any online fan club forums or checked in with the VW sub on Reddit to see if anyone can advise you on this? A quick online search shows used rear diffs for it on ebay going $300. If you can source the correct part yourself you may be able to get a shop to do the work for you.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3939.0,"score_ratio":4.2}
{"post_id":"zya4wf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"VW Phaeton W12 11k miles rear differential replacement for $18,671? I bought the vehicle with 6k miles 2 years ago for $49,500, I haven\u2019t had to do anything to it for the 5k I\u2019ve driven it but all of a sudden I need a rear diff replacement. I don\u2019t mind paying it because I love the car, but is this a fair price? I tried getting quotes from other places then the dealership but no local mechanic, even euro shops, are wanting to do it because of how difficult it is to source the parts.","c_root_id_A":"j24rihn","c_root_id_B":"j25aoaw","created_at_utc_A":1672335272,"created_at_utc_B":1672342632,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I assume your quote is itemized? How bad is the parts cost alone?","human_ref_B":"At that price, it would be cheaper to get a custom fabrication to install a different differential. Insane.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7360.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"zya4wf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"VW Phaeton W12 11k miles rear differential replacement for $18,671? I bought the vehicle with 6k miles 2 years ago for $49,500, I haven\u2019t had to do anything to it for the 5k I\u2019ve driven it but all of a sudden I need a rear diff replacement. I don\u2019t mind paying it because I love the car, but is this a fair price? I tried getting quotes from other places then the dealership but no local mechanic, even euro shops, are wanting to do it because of how difficult it is to source the parts.","c_root_id_A":"j259xv3","c_root_id_B":"j25aoaw","created_at_utc_A":1672342345,"created_at_utc_B":1672342632,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Crazy that even if its a super high end car, that it has a unique diff vs an off the shelf part. Even Bentley used turbo 400s for the longest for example.","human_ref_B":"At that price, it would be cheaper to get a custom fabrication to install a different differential. Insane.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":287.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"zapu6k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"How much damage from car sitting for years? I got a 2017 bmw 330i only 40km on it. I caught a charge and although mine isn\u2019t bad my co accused all got murder charges so guess you could say it\u2019s serious. In stem of the charges the police have my car until everyone\u2019s done with court. I see it in the back of the police station sitting there. It\u2019s already been a full year and probably be another full year until I get it back. I live in northern Ontario also so winters are very real. How fucked is it gonna be after 2 years sitting there? I put 30k cash into my lawyer so no way I\u2019ll be able to get a new car for couple years. Just hoping the bmw is still fine internally.","c_root_id_A":"iymxds9","c_root_id_B":"iyn5m7m","created_at_utc_A":1669997976,"created_at_utc_B":1670001205,"score_A":6,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"2 years probably won't do much damage. I'd change the tires and the oil and send it.","human_ref_B":"Change oil and check brake fluid in case of water contamination. Seeing as it's a new car, seals should be good so you're not likely to have any water leaked into thhe interior. Probably will need a new battery, tires could be fine unless they sat flat (fine for daily driving, def not racing)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3229.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zapu6k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"How much damage from car sitting for years? I got a 2017 bmw 330i only 40km on it. I caught a charge and although mine isn\u2019t bad my co accused all got murder charges so guess you could say it\u2019s serious. In stem of the charges the police have my car until everyone\u2019s done with court. I see it in the back of the police station sitting there. It\u2019s already been a full year and probably be another full year until I get it back. I live in northern Ontario also so winters are very real. How fucked is it gonna be after 2 years sitting there? I put 30k cash into my lawyer so no way I\u2019ll be able to get a new car for couple years. Just hoping the bmw is still fine internally.","c_root_id_A":"iyoouhh","c_root_id_B":"iymxds9","created_at_utc_A":1670024133,"created_at_utc_B":1669997976,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Am I the only one that wants to know more about these charges!?? \ud83e\udd14\ud83d\ude2e","human_ref_B":"2 years probably won't do much damage. I'd change the tires and the oil and send it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26157.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"zapu6k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"How much damage from car sitting for years? I got a 2017 bmw 330i only 40km on it. I caught a charge and although mine isn\u2019t bad my co accused all got murder charges so guess you could say it\u2019s serious. In stem of the charges the police have my car until everyone\u2019s done with court. I see it in the back of the police station sitting there. It\u2019s already been a full year and probably be another full year until I get it back. I live in northern Ontario also so winters are very real. How fucked is it gonna be after 2 years sitting there? I put 30k cash into my lawyer so no way I\u2019ll be able to get a new car for couple years. Just hoping the bmw is still fine internally.","c_root_id_A":"iyoouhh","c_root_id_B":"iyni4xo","created_at_utc_A":1670024133,"created_at_utc_B":1670006121,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Am I the only one that wants to know more about these charges!?? \ud83e\udd14\ud83d\ude2e","human_ref_B":"It'll be fine. New battery, change the oil, if any of the tires were flat, plan on a set of tires. Worst case scenario is the gas went bad, and you'll have to drain the fuel tank and get fresh gas all the way up to the injectors. But it may be fine still. Hard to say. But overall the car will be fine once you get it out and get it going again. No long term affects.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18012.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"yg2lqt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.78,"history":"What's the appeal of SUVs? So I live in a city, and I drive an old Mitsubishi Colt because I really don't need anything fancier or more expensive. I mainly use it for weekend trips and shopping, otherwise I mostly use public transport because traffic is insane in the city centre where I live, and the streets are pretty narrow.   This lead me to think, what's the appeal of SUVs and why are they being promoted as \"city cars\"? I mean, they're way too large in my opinion, especially for the narrow streets in European cities. If the appeal is that they can carry more stuff, why not just get a minivan? If the reason is shitty roads, safety and camping trips, why not just get a Jeep? It seems like SUVs are in that weird middle where they don't really excel at anything, yet they are becoming more widespread for some apparent reason. I also hate that even small cars are starting to look like \"mini SUVs\" (for example, compare a Nissan Micra from 2002 to one from 2022).   Sorry if I'm confusing some terms, not really a car enthusiast and in my home country, the terms for cars might differ from the ones in the UK\/US. Just thought to ask why SUVs are so popular.","c_root_id_A":"iu6q3pk","c_root_id_B":"iu8kkeg","created_at_utc_A":1667000446,"created_at_utc_B":1667044909,"score_A":7,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I prefer a SUV myself because of 2 reasons  1. I have a bad back and the upright high riding position is better for my back. 2. Have 2 kids who I need to get out of car seats at the back, it's harder to be bend down and get them out from a sedan.  In general SUV's are shorter than sedans but can be more spacious. For eg . A RAV4 looks bigger than a Corolla, but it's shorter. People sit upright. So vertical space is used. More luggage space. Better visibility around the sides especially useful when parking and in the city.  A van makes sense but visibility is poor. Poor availability of good models.   The benefit of sedans.lower centre of gravity. Better road holding especially around corners.","human_ref_B":"so this is where i'd usually be triggered and go into my rant against SUVs, but i'll let Chris Harris say what he has to say about them because imo he is one of, if not the, smartest and most honest person in car journalism  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DqakvnXRbSo","labels":0,"seconds_difference":44463.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"yg2lqt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.78,"history":"What's the appeal of SUVs? So I live in a city, and I drive an old Mitsubishi Colt because I really don't need anything fancier or more expensive. I mainly use it for weekend trips and shopping, otherwise I mostly use public transport because traffic is insane in the city centre where I live, and the streets are pretty narrow.   This lead me to think, what's the appeal of SUVs and why are they being promoted as \"city cars\"? I mean, they're way too large in my opinion, especially for the narrow streets in European cities. If the appeal is that they can carry more stuff, why not just get a minivan? If the reason is shitty roads, safety and camping trips, why not just get a Jeep? It seems like SUVs are in that weird middle where they don't really excel at anything, yet they are becoming more widespread for some apparent reason. I also hate that even small cars are starting to look like \"mini SUVs\" (for example, compare a Nissan Micra from 2002 to one from 2022).   Sorry if I'm confusing some terms, not really a car enthusiast and in my home country, the terms for cars might differ from the ones in the UK\/US. Just thought to ask why SUVs are so popular.","c_root_id_A":"iu6quql","c_root_id_B":"iu8kkeg","created_at_utc_A":1667000820,"created_at_utc_B":1667044909,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"taller, easier to get into, better ground clearance. I was not a fan either and then had a loaner tiguan for 9 months and really liked it, so when I returned it I traded in my Jetta for a Tiguan.","human_ref_B":"so this is where i'd usually be triggered and go into my rant against SUVs, but i'll let Chris Harris say what he has to say about them because imo he is one of, if not the, smartest and most honest person in car journalism  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DqakvnXRbSo","labels":0,"seconds_difference":44089.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"y1oi5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"My catalytic converter was stolen, should I repair or scrap my car? This morning, my catalytic converter was stolen off my 2013 Toyota Prius. I didn't have comprehensive coverage on the day of the incident, so it's 100% out of pocket. The repair is low-balled around 4k, aftermarket cats for my engine are out of stock and Toyota cats are back order until the end of the year (if not later). I paid 10K for the car. The car is worth \\~12K with 100K miles on it now (source KBB + Shift).  If I repair: In the future it is bound to have more issues (replacing battery, spark plugs, coolant for wiring etc.) even after this repair + installation of a cat shield. Most likely I'd sell the vehicle to Shift once I install the new cat. Total cost for the vehicle \\~16K with all repairs I would have done + old ones, and sell it for low-ball 10K, with a net of negative 6K.  If I scrap: I lose out on selling the vehicle net negative 12K, but less headache.  I work remote, but for all errands I'll need a car. I'm interested to hear what people say considering how many people have been impacted by this issue. Thanks Reddit!","c_root_id_A":"iryv17n","c_root_id_B":"iryxxw6","created_at_utc_A":1665538463,"created_at_utc_B":1665539810,"score_A":9,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Sounds to me like you're looking for a reason to sell the car. Honestly you see what you want to see out of the situation. I'm in insurance and cat thefts are common in my city especially honda\/toyota. Prius' can be fixed A\/M for $1800 or less. Magnaflow is one of the most expensive exhaust companies out there and you certainly don't need anything like that on an old prius. I would reach out to smaller exhaust shops. You can fix it up for a decent price if you really want to, if not, sell it private party without the cat.","human_ref_B":"Having a shop weld in a straight pipe costs 25-200 dollars  An o2 fooler costs anywhere from 12-250 dollars","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1347.0,"score_ratio":1.4444444444}
{"post_id":"y1oi5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"My catalytic converter was stolen, should I repair or scrap my car? This morning, my catalytic converter was stolen off my 2013 Toyota Prius. I didn't have comprehensive coverage on the day of the incident, so it's 100% out of pocket. The repair is low-balled around 4k, aftermarket cats for my engine are out of stock and Toyota cats are back order until the end of the year (if not later). I paid 10K for the car. The car is worth \\~12K with 100K miles on it now (source KBB + Shift).  If I repair: In the future it is bound to have more issues (replacing battery, spark plugs, coolant for wiring etc.) even after this repair + installation of a cat shield. Most likely I'd sell the vehicle to Shift once I install the new cat. Total cost for the vehicle \\~16K with all repairs I would have done + old ones, and sell it for low-ball 10K, with a net of negative 6K.  If I scrap: I lose out on selling the vehicle net negative 12K, but less headache.  I work remote, but for all errands I'll need a car. I'm interested to hear what people say considering how many people have been impacted by this issue. Thanks Reddit!","c_root_id_A":"irymuqh","c_root_id_B":"iryxxw6","created_at_utc_A":1665534690,"created_at_utc_B":1665539810,"score_A":4,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Next time add comprehensive, the amount it adds to your total premium should be minimal. At least, for me, it was.","human_ref_B":"Having a shop weld in a straight pipe costs 25-200 dollars  An o2 fooler costs anywhere from 12-250 dollars","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5120.0,"score_ratio":3.25}
{"post_id":"y1oi5n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"My catalytic converter was stolen, should I repair or scrap my car? This morning, my catalytic converter was stolen off my 2013 Toyota Prius. I didn't have comprehensive coverage on the day of the incident, so it's 100% out of pocket. The repair is low-balled around 4k, aftermarket cats for my engine are out of stock and Toyota cats are back order until the end of the year (if not later). I paid 10K for the car. The car is worth \\~12K with 100K miles on it now (source KBB + Shift).  If I repair: In the future it is bound to have more issues (replacing battery, spark plugs, coolant for wiring etc.) even after this repair + installation of a cat shield. Most likely I'd sell the vehicle to Shift once I install the new cat. Total cost for the vehicle \\~16K with all repairs I would have done + old ones, and sell it for low-ball 10K, with a net of negative 6K.  If I scrap: I lose out on selling the vehicle net negative 12K, but less headache.  I work remote, but for all errands I'll need a car. I'm interested to hear what people say considering how many people have been impacted by this issue. Thanks Reddit!","c_root_id_A":"irymuqh","c_root_id_B":"iryv17n","created_at_utc_A":1665534690,"created_at_utc_B":1665538463,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Next time add comprehensive, the amount it adds to your total premium should be minimal. At least, for me, it was.","human_ref_B":"Sounds to me like you're looking for a reason to sell the car. Honestly you see what you want to see out of the situation. I'm in insurance and cat thefts are common in my city especially honda\/toyota. Prius' can be fixed A\/M for $1800 or less. Magnaflow is one of the most expensive exhaust companies out there and you certainly don't need anything like that on an old prius. I would reach out to smaller exhaust shops. You can fix it up for a decent price if you really want to, if not, sell it private party without the cat.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3773.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imblq1y","c_root_id_B":"imbg7ft","created_at_utc_A":1661817176,"created_at_utc_B":1661814593,"score_A":22,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"I dunno, an alternator going between 100k-150k kinda sucks, but its not that uncommon from those years. 170k isn't bad for a fuel pump, either. Maybe I've only driven shitty cars, but the failure of a part I can replace with basic tools in an hour isn't that big a deal to me.","human_ref_B":"Chevy before 2008, Ford if you stay away from the 3 valve 5.4L.  Never a dodge","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2583.0,"score_ratio":1.2941176471}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imbkyi0","c_root_id_B":"imblq1y","created_at_utc_A":1661816815,"created_at_utc_B":1661817176,"score_A":18,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"I'm a manager at a company that has dozens of full size pickups driving to farms all over the western US.  Depending on the year, we buy Ford, Chevy, or Ram trucks, usually in whatever they call the work truck trim, so basic interior, regular cab, 8ft bed (though now we're getting more extended cabs because regular cabs are harder to find).  All three are generally as reliable.  We have something like 50 trucks at any one time, with probably 10-15 replaced every year.  We mostly run 1\/2 ton V6 or whatever the most economical engine is, but we have a few 3\/4 tons for towing, and we sometimes get Diesels. We generally run them to 200k miles, or 300k miles if they're a diesel. For the most part, it seems the driver has more to do with the reliability than the make of the truck.  The same guy that has problems with Fords has problems in Chevys and Rams. The only consistent problem I can remember is a bunch of 2014 Rams that had some kind of oil or transmission cooler leak (I never had one, just heard about it), but beyond that, the abuse we put them through running down dirt roads 30-50k miles per year, year round puts them through their paces pretty well.    Home Inspection shouldn't require much from the truck, as you're generally driving to people's homes, and at most, you'll have a camera, tool bag, and maybe a ladder or two, so you won't be overloading them.  I've seen people run those businesses out of cars, SUVs, full size trucks, and so on.  You'll be driving it a lot, so whatever you get, make sure you like it.  Do your maintenance, and you'll probably be set no matter what you pick.","human_ref_B":"I dunno, an alternator going between 100k-150k kinda sucks, but its not that uncommon from those years. 170k isn't bad for a fuel pump, either. Maybe I've only driven shitty cars, but the failure of a part I can replace with basic tools in an hour isn't that big a deal to me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":361.0,"score_ratio":1.2222222222}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imblq1y","c_root_id_B":"imbggtu","created_at_utc_A":1661817176,"created_at_utc_B":1661814714,"score_A":22,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I dunno, an alternator going between 100k-150k kinda sucks, but its not that uncommon from those years. 170k isn't bad for a fuel pump, either. Maybe I've only driven shitty cars, but the failure of a part I can replace with basic tools in an hour isn't that big a deal to me.","human_ref_B":"Full size, yes. Midsize? Maybe not.   Nissan Frontier would do as well as a Tacoma. But Colorado\/Canyon and Ranger? Probably not as good.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2462.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imbg7ft","c_root_id_B":"imbkyi0","created_at_utc_A":1661814593,"created_at_utc_B":1661816815,"score_A":17,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Chevy before 2008, Ford if you stay away from the 3 valve 5.4L.  Never a dodge","human_ref_B":"I'm a manager at a company that has dozens of full size pickups driving to farms all over the western US.  Depending on the year, we buy Ford, Chevy, or Ram trucks, usually in whatever they call the work truck trim, so basic interior, regular cab, 8ft bed (though now we're getting more extended cabs because regular cabs are harder to find).  All three are generally as reliable.  We have something like 50 trucks at any one time, with probably 10-15 replaced every year.  We mostly run 1\/2 ton V6 or whatever the most economical engine is, but we have a few 3\/4 tons for towing, and we sometimes get Diesels. We generally run them to 200k miles, or 300k miles if they're a diesel. For the most part, it seems the driver has more to do with the reliability than the make of the truck.  The same guy that has problems with Fords has problems in Chevys and Rams. The only consistent problem I can remember is a bunch of 2014 Rams that had some kind of oil or transmission cooler leak (I never had one, just heard about it), but beyond that, the abuse we put them through running down dirt roads 30-50k miles per year, year round puts them through their paces pretty well.    Home Inspection shouldn't require much from the truck, as you're generally driving to people's homes, and at most, you'll have a camera, tool bag, and maybe a ladder or two, so you won't be overloading them.  I've seen people run those businesses out of cars, SUVs, full size trucks, and so on.  You'll be driving it a lot, so whatever you get, make sure you like it.  Do your maintenance, and you'll probably be set no matter what you pick.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2222.0,"score_ratio":1.0588235294}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imbggtu","c_root_id_B":"imbkyi0","created_at_utc_A":1661814714,"created_at_utc_B":1661816815,"score_A":4,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Full size, yes. Midsize? Maybe not.   Nissan Frontier would do as well as a Tacoma. But Colorado\/Canyon and Ranger? Probably not as good.","human_ref_B":"I'm a manager at a company that has dozens of full size pickups driving to farms all over the western US.  Depending on the year, we buy Ford, Chevy, or Ram trucks, usually in whatever they call the work truck trim, so basic interior, regular cab, 8ft bed (though now we're getting more extended cabs because regular cabs are harder to find).  All three are generally as reliable.  We have something like 50 trucks at any one time, with probably 10-15 replaced every year.  We mostly run 1\/2 ton V6 or whatever the most economical engine is, but we have a few 3\/4 tons for towing, and we sometimes get Diesels. We generally run them to 200k miles, or 300k miles if they're a diesel. For the most part, it seems the driver has more to do with the reliability than the make of the truck.  The same guy that has problems with Fords has problems in Chevys and Rams. The only consistent problem I can remember is a bunch of 2014 Rams that had some kind of oil or transmission cooler leak (I never had one, just heard about it), but beyond that, the abuse we put them through running down dirt roads 30-50k miles per year, year round puts them through their paces pretty well.    Home Inspection shouldn't require much from the truck, as you're generally driving to people's homes, and at most, you'll have a camera, tool bag, and maybe a ladder or two, so you won't be overloading them.  I've seen people run those businesses out of cars, SUVs, full size trucks, and so on.  You'll be driving it a lot, so whatever you get, make sure you like it.  Do your maintenance, and you'll probably be set no matter what you pick.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2101.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imbr206","c_root_id_B":"imc7zin","created_at_utc_A":1661819651,"created_at_utc_B":1661827401,"score_A":3,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Generally speaking Japanese reliability is WILDLY overrated, and American reliability is WILDLY underrated.  I'm not saying that Japanese cars aren't generally reliable or that American cars don't occasionally have issues-- I'm saying that they both have undeserved reputations.  I also love when people do little to no maintenance besides maybe oil changes on vehicles and act surprised when something fails at 150k or more miles.","human_ref_B":"Gee, a dead alternator?  So what?  Replace it and get on with your life.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7750.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"x12sp7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Are American trucks as reliable as Japanese trucks? I'm looking at buying a midsize truck for around 30k. Preferably 20k. It will be used to operate my home inspection business and some weekend stuff like off roading. I have owned mostly Japanese cars in my life. A few have left me on the side of the road.   2006 Toyota tacoma. Alternator died at around 100k miles. On a road trip but only 80 miles from home.  1996 nissan altima. Fuel pump. 170k.  2014 honda fit. Engine blew spark plug out of block. 75k.  2003 honda element. Alternator died. 120k.  Are there any reliable American trucks? I'm talking long term mileage. I hear all kinds of bad things about 3rd gen tacomas.   What do you guys think?","c_root_id_A":"imc7zin","c_root_id_B":"imbggtu","created_at_utc_A":1661827401,"created_at_utc_B":1661814714,"score_A":16,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Gee, a dead alternator?  So what?  Replace it and get on with your life.","human_ref_B":"Full size, yes. Midsize? Maybe not.   Nissan Frontier would do as well as a Tacoma. But Colorado\/Canyon and Ranger? Probably not as good.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12687.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"wdovfw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What does RS, GT(i) etc. stand for in the car industry? I can't find a list of abberiviations and they seem to be used left and right. Thanks in advance.","c_root_id_A":"iijpeug","c_root_id_B":"iijht7x","created_at_utc_A":1659382407,"created_at_utc_B":1659379437,"score_A":28,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"RS - Rally Sport, SS - Super Sport, LS - Luxury Sport, LT - Luxury Touring, GT - Grande Touring are a few of them.","human_ref_B":"RS could be Rally Sport or Renn Sport depending on the context. GT is usually Grand Touring.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2970.0,"score_ratio":1.8666666667}
{"post_id":"wdovfw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What does RS, GT(i) etc. stand for in the car industry? I can't find a list of abberiviations and they seem to be used left and right. Thanks in advance.","c_root_id_A":"iijy5id","c_root_id_B":"iijht7x","created_at_utc_A":1659385755,"created_at_utc_B":1659379437,"score_A":19,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"They all mean nothing basically.  In the mustang world GT means v8 engine... but there's not much consistency outside of that.","human_ref_B":"RS could be Rally Sport or Renn Sport depending on the context. GT is usually Grand Touring.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6318.0,"score_ratio":1.2666666667}
{"post_id":"vt1x4c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Buying used private cars without inspection? I had an opportunity of the year but missed out on it because the seller wouldn\u2019t let me inspect it cause he wanted it off his hands asap, he sold it to the guy that came to visit after me.   In cases like these, is inspection by an experienced mechanic necessary or can we buy it after doing a thorough inspection on our own. I\u2019ve seen some videos on how to inspect a car. Would that suffice?","c_root_id_A":"if5lqhy","c_root_id_B":"if4sxt6","created_at_utc_A":1657159743,"created_at_utc_B":1657146810,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I once bought a car without an inspection.  There was a rust hole in the gas fill tube, the gas tank had water in it.  I bought the car in Canada in the winter.  The water in the tank was ice.  I would fill it with gas, the liquid gas would get fed to the engine, the solid ice would not.  There were no problems.  Then spring time came.  The car started sputtering and misfiring like crazy, within a few blocks, the engine shut off and never turned on again.  Water in a cylinder, engine toast.  Should have got the inspection.  Asked but the guy said someone else was coming to look at it and he would sell it to them.  It was my first car, I was really excited to find one in my price range (I was broke) and bought it without doing the inspection my dad had always taught me to do.  Dad always told me, ALWAYS get an inspection on a used car.  But I had done enough work on back yard cars  with my friends and stuff.  I was wrong, I was blinded by excitement of buying my first car.","human_ref_B":"It's still a seller's market right now.  If you're asking for an inspection you come across as a tire kicker who is likely to try to beat the seller up on the price, especially if the inspection reveals issues.  Why would a seller bother with that when they can just as easily find some sucker who will pay full asking price sight-unseen?  With that said-- I would never buy a car without giving it a thorough inspection.  That doesn't mean that you need to take it to a \"mechanic\", but absolutely you should be smart on what to look for and be sure to check the car out before handing over money for it.    People are desperate to buy cars right now, and as a result sellers are keen to unload their basket case shitboxes for ridiculous money.  There have been PLENTY of threads in this sub and other mechanic-related subs by people who bought cars and then realized they have serious issues.  Don't let desperation to buy a car lead you to make a bad decision.  I know the market is tight right now, but it's still not a reason to make a bad decision and overspend on some shitheap that will cost you hundreds if not thousands of dollars to fix.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12933.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"vs26cv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do you get avoid so much auto debt? Please I badly need some helpful and nonjudgmental advice.   For context I just moved here to the US about 2 years ago, and my mother decided on getting a 2011 Cadillac which was notorious on gas and with a whopping 24.7% interest, 300\/monthly for 72 months (cos we were both starting out and have 0 credit)  My naive self then traded it in for a newer (somehow more) fuel-efficient 2018 Chevy Trax. I was dumb and impulsive cos at that time I was the only one paying for the car and wanted something that was more efficient.  I should\u2019ve researched more and negotiated but I am a people pleaser and just said yes to what the car salesman was telling me (stupid stupid stupid). Now I am paying 427\/month for 72mos. 10.80% interest.  Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car) and maybe a Honda\/Toyota, or just refinance it?  I am currently in school and only work part time. I can ask my mom to co-sign but not sure how to get out of paying 427 per month.  Any advice?","c_root_id_A":"ieyrgh3","c_root_id_B":"ieyu0wp","created_at_utc_A":1657041364,"created_at_utc_B":1657042377,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Did you roll debt from the first car into the second? How much of the second car is paid off? I assume not much? In my experience, when people take loans longer than 5 years its usually because they want a car they cannot afford. What happens is that if before you pay it off, you cant afford the car anymore for one reason or another, you go to try and trade it in and its worth less than what you still owe on the car. Thereby making you upside down on the loan and forcing you to roll your old debt. Its a vicious cycle that it sounds like you are at the beginning stages of. Some people have been known to have 60k+ in debt on a car worth 15-20k because of rolling old debt. Im not at all an expert in auto loans but I would figure out what steps you need to take to get you to an affordable monthly rate for no more than 5 years. I absolutely do not recommend refinancing to a longer term loan so you can afford the monthly payments. If you can trade it in for something cheaper with little reprocutions I would do that.","human_ref_B":"You're kinda stuck. See what you can get out of a return. And put that towards buying a car outright.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1013.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"vs26cv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do you get avoid so much auto debt? Please I badly need some helpful and nonjudgmental advice.   For context I just moved here to the US about 2 years ago, and my mother decided on getting a 2011 Cadillac which was notorious on gas and with a whopping 24.7% interest, 300\/monthly for 72 months (cos we were both starting out and have 0 credit)  My naive self then traded it in for a newer (somehow more) fuel-efficient 2018 Chevy Trax. I was dumb and impulsive cos at that time I was the only one paying for the car and wanted something that was more efficient.  I should\u2019ve researched more and negotiated but I am a people pleaser and just said yes to what the car salesman was telling me (stupid stupid stupid). Now I am paying 427\/month for 72mos. 10.80% interest.  Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car) and maybe a Honda\/Toyota, or just refinance it?  I am currently in school and only work part time. I can ask my mom to co-sign but not sure how to get out of paying 427 per month.  Any advice?","c_root_id_A":"iezhjaf","c_root_id_B":"ieyrgh3","created_at_utc_A":1657051741,"created_at_utc_B":1657041364,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Sell the car, pay down the loan and ride a bus.  The way this works for most people is they start young.  They work some shit job and save up money for a car then buy something in the 3-5 k range without a loan.  Drive it for a few years then buy a more expensive car but by this time they have deceit credit.  24% interest on a car loan (a secured loan) is INSANE.  Hell, even  10% is way higher than I would expect a secured loan to be, credit cards (unsecured) often have better interest rates.  Also, a 72 month loan on a 4-5 year old vehicle is not really a good idea.  That car is going to be over 10 years old by the time it's paid off and cars of that age can have maintenance issues that crop up.  Ideally you don't want to be in debt on a car that's more than 7 or 8 years old (from it's date of manufacture, not when you got it).   > Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car) and maybe a Honda\/Toyota, or just refinance it?  No, none of those things would be very smart.  OK, this is what you do.  Call your loan company and find out how much you owe on the vehicle.  Find out of there's any fees or penalties for repaying the loan early. While you obtain that information find out how much your car is worth.  Take it to CarMax and get an offer, then look into private sales (it's hard to sell a vehicle private, more work and more time, but you generally get more money than what CarMax will give).   Once you have those 2 numbers you sit down and have a real conversation with yourself.  Do you owe more money on this car than it is worth?    Generally speaking one of the \"tricks\" that dealers do is they will always take in your trade and make it seem like the trade is repaying the old car loan.  But the new car loan is often taking on some of what's known as \"negative equity\".  This is basically, you owe 20k on the old car and they are only going to give you 15k.  You are buying a new car for 30k, but the finance is going to be for 35k because they need to cover 5k of negative equity.   This happens to A LOT of people in your position, poor credit and buying more than they can realistically afford.   > Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car)   Not if you have negative equity in your existing car.  You need to owe less than it's worth in order for a trade in like that to make any kind of economical scenes.   > just refinance it?  This is just almost never an actual good idea.  It might result in a lower monthly payment but would likely have a much longer term for the loan.  In the end, you'd pay way more.","human_ref_B":"Did you roll debt from the first car into the second? How much of the second car is paid off? I assume not much? In my experience, when people take loans longer than 5 years its usually because they want a car they cannot afford. What happens is that if before you pay it off, you cant afford the car anymore for one reason or another, you go to try and trade it in and its worth less than what you still owe on the car. Thereby making you upside down on the loan and forcing you to roll your old debt. Its a vicious cycle that it sounds like you are at the beginning stages of. Some people have been known to have 60k+ in debt on a car worth 15-20k because of rolling old debt. Im not at all an expert in auto loans but I would figure out what steps you need to take to get you to an affordable monthly rate for no more than 5 years. I absolutely do not recommend refinancing to a longer term loan so you can afford the monthly payments. If you can trade it in for something cheaper with little reprocutions I would do that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10377.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"vs26cv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"How do you get avoid so much auto debt? Please I badly need some helpful and nonjudgmental advice.   For context I just moved here to the US about 2 years ago, and my mother decided on getting a 2011 Cadillac which was notorious on gas and with a whopping 24.7% interest, 300\/monthly for 72 months (cos we were both starting out and have 0 credit)  My naive self then traded it in for a newer (somehow more) fuel-efficient 2018 Chevy Trax. I was dumb and impulsive cos at that time I was the only one paying for the car and wanted something that was more efficient.  I should\u2019ve researched more and negotiated but I am a people pleaser and just said yes to what the car salesman was telling me (stupid stupid stupid). Now I am paying 427\/month for 72mos. 10.80% interest.  Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car) and maybe a Honda\/Toyota, or just refinance it?  I am currently in school and only work part time. I can ask my mom to co-sign but not sure how to get out of paying 427 per month.  Any advice?","c_root_id_A":"iezhjaf","c_root_id_B":"ieyxfxo","created_at_utc_A":1657051741,"created_at_utc_B":1657043727,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Sell the car, pay down the loan and ride a bus.  The way this works for most people is they start young.  They work some shit job and save up money for a car then buy something in the 3-5 k range without a loan.  Drive it for a few years then buy a more expensive car but by this time they have deceit credit.  24% interest on a car loan (a secured loan) is INSANE.  Hell, even  10% is way higher than I would expect a secured loan to be, credit cards (unsecured) often have better interest rates.  Also, a 72 month loan on a 4-5 year old vehicle is not really a good idea.  That car is going to be over 10 years old by the time it's paid off and cars of that age can have maintenance issues that crop up.  Ideally you don't want to be in debt on a car that's more than 7 or 8 years old (from it's date of manufacture, not when you got it).   > Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car) and maybe a Honda\/Toyota, or just refinance it?  No, none of those things would be very smart.  OK, this is what you do.  Call your loan company and find out how much you owe on the vehicle.  Find out of there's any fees or penalties for repaying the loan early. While you obtain that information find out how much your car is worth.  Take it to CarMax and get an offer, then look into private sales (it's hard to sell a vehicle private, more work and more time, but you generally get more money than what CarMax will give).   Once you have those 2 numbers you sit down and have a real conversation with yourself.  Do you owe more money on this car than it is worth?    Generally speaking one of the \"tricks\" that dealers do is they will always take in your trade and make it seem like the trade is repaying the old car loan.  But the new car loan is often taking on some of what's known as \"negative equity\".  This is basically, you owe 20k on the old car and they are only going to give you 15k.  You are buying a new car for 30k, but the finance is going to be for 35k because they need to cover 5k of negative equity.   This happens to A LOT of people in your position, poor credit and buying more than they can realistically afford.   > Would it be smart to trade off the car into something a lot cheaper (around 8k-15k car)   Not if you have negative equity in your existing car.  You need to owe less than it's worth in order for a trade in like that to make any kind of economical scenes.   > just refinance it?  This is just almost never an actual good idea.  It might result in a lower monthly payment but would likely have a much longer term for the loan.  In the end, you'd pay way more.","human_ref_B":"You signed the contract.  You have to fulfill the contract.  The best you can hope for is to pay the loan down to the point where you no longer owe more than the vehicle is worth, then sell the car and get a cheaper one.  If you're truly in too much debt and can't survive you can file bankruptcy, but that will stay on your credit for 7-13 years and will not be a good look for someone just starting out.  I filed Chapter 13 bankruptcy in 2019 and am still dealing with the fallout.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8014.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"vdwanx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Smog check failed in California because of aftermarket air intake. Can I just swap out with an OEM intake? Took my 2014 BMW 335i to get smog tested and it failed because I have an aftermarket Injen CAI installed. What's my easiest option to pass smog test? Just swap it out with an OEM air intake?","c_root_id_A":"icmtj5f","c_root_id_B":"icmxh20","created_at_utc_A":1655416093,"created_at_utc_B":1655417833,"score_A":8,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Yup.","human_ref_B":"Swap back on the oem, pass smog, then reinstall your aftermarket one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1740.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"umhk0y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Would a modern Diesel engine be okay for my short commutes? Hello guys, I\u2019m sure this question has been asked many times and I\u2019m sorry. I want to ask again haha.  I\u2019m looking at buying a Ford Focus ST Diesel - like a 2016-17 plate.  My daily commute is 9.5 miles, including an A road which will be 60\/70 will be achieved for 5-10 minutes   So my question is - Would a modern Diesel engine be okay with this sort of drive? Or should I really look into the petrol option?","c_root_id_A":"i81s90c","c_root_id_B":"i81tslk","created_at_utc_A":1652189884,"created_at_utc_B":1652190576,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"what happened to the turbocharged 2.0 liter gasoline engine that was in the ford focus st?  edit: Where are you located?","human_ref_B":"The only issue you might run into will be with the DPF. Even on the modern cars with passive regen they can still get clogged and cause issues further down the line without a nice long run on the motorway.      I drive my 2009 BMW 335d to work which is 9 miles away and it is terrible on fuel economy. Partly due to a heavy right foot but also because it's just not efficient until I'm in 6th with the torque converter locked up.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":692.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"u3gq54","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will adding aftermarket brake discs affect the value of my car? Now, this sounds like a stupid question (and finding no answers on google makes me feel even dumber) but my partner is convinced this will negatively affect the value of my car.     I've been quoted \u00a31400 for new discs and pads by audi on my RS3 and upon looking around I can get some considerably better brakes for much less by going aftermarket. Will changing my brakes for better ones lower the value of my car simply because they aren't audi official?","c_root_id_A":"i4p8v9b","c_root_id_B":"i4p23zx","created_at_utc_A":1649944661,"created_at_utc_B":1649941622,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It really depends on what brand for a car like an RS3 (I'm a big Audi guy!)  FCP Euro claims VNE is the OE supplier, so you know the discs will be the same thing as Genuine Audi without the rings on it. And A TON cheaper- https:\/\/www.fcpeuro.com\/products\/audi-brake-disc-vne-1156  Honestly, for an RS3, there aren't going to be any junky rotors available. That's a pretty high end car. What were you planning on going with?","human_ref_B":"Is your car just a car? Judging by what you're asking it's not anything considerably rare or special so just put the aftermarket brakes on it. In my opinion if it's a street car just get stock replacement aftermarket brakes but you do you boo","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3039.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"u3gq54","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will adding aftermarket brake discs affect the value of my car? Now, this sounds like a stupid question (and finding no answers on google makes me feel even dumber) but my partner is convinced this will negatively affect the value of my car.     I've been quoted \u00a31400 for new discs and pads by audi on my RS3 and upon looking around I can get some considerably better brakes for much less by going aftermarket. Will changing my brakes for better ones lower the value of my car simply because they aren't audi official?","c_root_id_A":"i4pnfwh","c_root_id_B":"i4p23zx","created_at_utc_A":1649950572,"created_at_utc_B":1649941622,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Just gotta say: good aftermarket brakes are higher value than completely worn out oem brakes...","human_ref_B":"Is your car just a car? Judging by what you're asking it's not anything considerably rare or special so just put the aftermarket brakes on it. In my opinion if it's a street car just get stock replacement aftermarket brakes but you do you boo","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8950.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"u3gq54","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will adding aftermarket brake discs affect the value of my car? Now, this sounds like a stupid question (and finding no answers on google makes me feel even dumber) but my partner is convinced this will negatively affect the value of my car.     I've been quoted \u00a31400 for new discs and pads by audi on my RS3 and upon looking around I can get some considerably better brakes for much less by going aftermarket. Will changing my brakes for better ones lower the value of my car simply because they aren't audi official?","c_root_id_A":"i4pnfwh","c_root_id_B":"i4pf7b0","created_at_utc_A":1649950572,"created_at_utc_B":1649947323,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Just gotta say: good aftermarket brakes are higher value than completely worn out oem brakes...","human_ref_B":"On basically any normal commuter car on the market, the answer is 110% no it has no affect on value of your car. I buy and flip cars for fun with my brother and never once in all the cars I\u2019ve sold has anyone ever asked what brand of brake disc I used (I\u2019d probably laugh if someone did too because it doesn\u2019t matter).   The caveat is you are saying an Audi and that\u2019s never a car I would buy or flip because it has its own market of people who care more about stuff like that (although personally I think it\u2019s stupid because an aftermarket disc will do literally the same thing but won\u2019t have a brand name on it) so for that reason I can\u2019t 100% say yes but I still don\u2019t think anyone buying your used car would ask such a specific question so you\u2019re probably fine","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3249.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"u3gq54","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will adding aftermarket brake discs affect the value of my car? Now, this sounds like a stupid question (and finding no answers on google makes me feel even dumber) but my partner is convinced this will negatively affect the value of my car.     I've been quoted \u00a31400 for new discs and pads by audi on my RS3 and upon looking around I can get some considerably better brakes for much less by going aftermarket. Will changing my brakes for better ones lower the value of my car simply because they aren't audi official?","c_root_id_A":"i4pk58s","c_root_id_B":"i4pnfwh","created_at_utc_A":1649949280,"created_at_utc_B":1649950572,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If you're concerned about the resale of your car then why are you driving or fixing it? The more you drive it the less it's worth.","human_ref_B":"Just gotta say: good aftermarket brakes are higher value than completely worn out oem brakes...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1292.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"t8yhx3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a way for me who is not a car mechanic to maintain my brake pads so it doesn\u2019t cost so much to replace them? I was given an estimate of $475 for the front and $435 for the rear.","c_root_id_A":"hzs9lf8","c_root_id_B":"hzrapxp","created_at_utc_A":1646704871,"created_at_utc_B":1646689712,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"holup  You're being charged almost a grand before tax for changing out front\/rear brake pads?   ##You're being ripped off  Or you own a European exotic and forgot to mention you brought it to the factory dealer.   I got four performance rotors + performance pads (front rear)  (for a Brembo system btw...)+ front wheel hub bearings replaced and installed for less than $800 out the door....part cost INCLUDED.","human_ref_B":"As other commenters said, brakes if they are in known working condition, are super easy to replace.   In all other instances, when something is seized, not working, or is leaking, it can be a royal pain. If you need someone to walk along side you when you\u2019re getting ready, either find a friend who is knowledgeable, or DM me\/ someone else from this sub.   If nothing else I can help you get the parts and that\u2019s easily the first step.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15159.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t8yhx3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a way for me who is not a car mechanic to maintain my brake pads so it doesn\u2019t cost so much to replace them? I was given an estimate of $475 for the front and $435 for the rear.","c_root_id_A":"hzs9lf8","c_root_id_B":"hzrew91","created_at_utc_A":1646704871,"created_at_utc_B":1646691329,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"holup  You're being charged almost a grand before tax for changing out front\/rear brake pads?   ##You're being ripped off  Or you own a European exotic and forgot to mention you brought it to the factory dealer.   I got four performance rotors + performance pads (front rear)  (for a Brembo system btw...)+ front wheel hub bearings replaced and installed for less than $800 out the door....part cost INCLUDED.","human_ref_B":"That is an insanely high estimate. I've gotten my master cylinder and brake pads replaced for less than 1\/3 of that as a female, along with a 3-day puzzle the mechanic had to figure out.   Don't go to a dealership, look up local mechanics, or DIY according to other comments. Jacks and jackstands are a big upfront cost, but if you plan on doing your own work, they're a great investment.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13542.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"t8yhx3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a way for me who is not a car mechanic to maintain my brake pads so it doesn\u2019t cost so much to replace them? I was given an estimate of $475 for the front and $435 for the rear.","c_root_id_A":"hzs9lf8","c_root_id_B":"hzqzbsd","created_at_utc_A":1646704871,"created_at_utc_B":1646685402,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"holup  You're being charged almost a grand before tax for changing out front\/rear brake pads?   ##You're being ripped off  Or you own a European exotic and forgot to mention you brought it to the factory dealer.   I got four performance rotors + performance pads (front rear)  (for a Brembo system btw...)+ front wheel hub bearings replaced and installed for less than $800 out the door....part cost INCLUDED.","human_ref_B":"Yes you can. However if you don't have tools or access to borrow them,  you may end up spending so much on the tools that you won't break even for quite some time. It could be your third or fourth service before you start seeing savings. You'll need a floor jack, jack stands, sockets, Allen or Torx wrenches, and some special tools for the brake system.  Also, depending on your car or how brake maintenance is approached, you may have to bleed your brakes, which will require either a second person or yet more special equipment. Most shade tree mechanics will tell you that you don't need to disconnect the hose and bleed brakes just to do pads, but some more high-strung folks would disagree.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19469.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t8yhx3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a way for me who is not a car mechanic to maintain my brake pads so it doesn\u2019t cost so much to replace them? I was given an estimate of $475 for the front and $435 for the rear.","c_root_id_A":"hzrew91","c_root_id_B":"hzrapxp","created_at_utc_A":1646691329,"created_at_utc_B":1646689712,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That is an insanely high estimate. I've gotten my master cylinder and brake pads replaced for less than 1\/3 of that as a female, along with a 3-day puzzle the mechanic had to figure out.   Don't go to a dealership, look up local mechanics, or DIY according to other comments. Jacks and jackstands are a big upfront cost, but if you plan on doing your own work, they're a great investment.","human_ref_B":"As other commenters said, brakes if they are in known working condition, are super easy to replace.   In all other instances, when something is seized, not working, or is leaking, it can be a royal pain. If you need someone to walk along side you when you\u2019re getting ready, either find a friend who is knowledgeable, or DM me\/ someone else from this sub.   If nothing else I can help you get the parts and that\u2019s easily the first step.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1617.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t8yhx3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a way for me who is not a car mechanic to maintain my brake pads so it doesn\u2019t cost so much to replace them? I was given an estimate of $475 for the front and $435 for the rear.","c_root_id_A":"hzrew91","c_root_id_B":"hzqzbsd","created_at_utc_A":1646691329,"created_at_utc_B":1646685402,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That is an insanely high estimate. I've gotten my master cylinder and brake pads replaced for less than 1\/3 of that as a female, along with a 3-day puzzle the mechanic had to figure out.   Don't go to a dealership, look up local mechanics, or DIY according to other comments. Jacks and jackstands are a big upfront cost, but if you plan on doing your own work, they're a great investment.","human_ref_B":"Yes you can. However if you don't have tools or access to borrow them,  you may end up spending so much on the tools that you won't break even for quite some time. It could be your third or fourth service before you start seeing savings. You'll need a floor jack, jack stands, sockets, Allen or Torx wrenches, and some special tools for the brake system.  Also, depending on your car or how brake maintenance is approached, you may have to bleed your brakes, which will require either a second person or yet more special equipment. Most shade tree mechanics will tell you that you don't need to disconnect the hose and bleed brakes just to do pads, but some more high-strung folks would disagree.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5927.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t8yhx3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a way for me who is not a car mechanic to maintain my brake pads so it doesn\u2019t cost so much to replace them? I was given an estimate of $475 for the front and $435 for the rear.","c_root_id_A":"hzt6k55","c_root_id_B":"hzsz2dx","created_at_utc_A":1646722901,"created_at_utc_B":1646717794,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Troll account.  Asks questions about Christianity in r\/Wicca.  Claims to be straight male but posts in r\/GayChristians.  Posts bullshit about \"accidentally cheating\" on his gf.  Don't feed the bears.  Why did I look?  Idk, but I had a hunch.","human_ref_B":"Don't use them so much","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5107.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sb31y3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"My car is at 232k what are some issues I should be expecting in the next 5 years? I currently drive a 2004 civic. Currently it\u2019s burning\/leaking oil randomly and the mechanic can\u2019t find where. Next year I have to replace the control arms. My main concern is the transmission eventually going. I replaced the timing belt when I bought it at 190k miles so I\u2019m not concerned about that right now. I am debating on whether or not the possible future issues are worth keeping the car as I currently live in a state with no sales tax, but will be moving by Jan 2023. I don\u2019t want to end up needing a new car when I\u2019m living in a different state that has sales tax on top of the current ridiculously inflated prices.  So I\u2019m wondering what kind of issues I should be prepared for with a high mileage vehicle and if my random leaking\/burning oil that can\u2019t be pinpointed could be a bigger issue.","c_root_id_A":"htxzhli","c_root_id_B":"htxd6vs","created_at_utc_A":1642979345,"created_at_utc_B":1642970845,"score_A":16,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I would put money away every month  for the inevitable. Pretend you\u2019re making a car payment. Breakdowns are random. Take care of maintenance and be financially prepared","human_ref_B":"It's really hard to say what gives up next. CV joints and wheel bearings would be on my mind.   As to the oil burning, are you leaving smokey clouds behind you? If so, when? On startup or leaving a stop light? Or is it under acceleration (such as a highway on ramp)?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8500.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"sb31y3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"My car is at 232k what are some issues I should be expecting in the next 5 years? I currently drive a 2004 civic. Currently it\u2019s burning\/leaking oil randomly and the mechanic can\u2019t find where. Next year I have to replace the control arms. My main concern is the transmission eventually going. I replaced the timing belt when I bought it at 190k miles so I\u2019m not concerned about that right now. I am debating on whether or not the possible future issues are worth keeping the car as I currently live in a state with no sales tax, but will be moving by Jan 2023. I don\u2019t want to end up needing a new car when I\u2019m living in a different state that has sales tax on top of the current ridiculously inflated prices.  So I\u2019m wondering what kind of issues I should be prepared for with a high mileage vehicle and if my random leaking\/burning oil that can\u2019t be pinpointed could be a bigger issue.","c_root_id_A":"htxfxy3","c_root_id_B":"htxzhli","created_at_utc_A":1642971884,"created_at_utc_B":1642979345,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"If it were mine I'd clean the iac before it became an issue and keep valve lash adjusted. May need new valve seals, that would be a good time to do it.","human_ref_B":"I would put money away every month  for the inevitable. Pretend you\u2019re making a car payment. Breakdowns are random. Take care of maintenance and be financially prepared","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7461.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"sb31y3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"My car is at 232k what are some issues I should be expecting in the next 5 years? I currently drive a 2004 civic. Currently it\u2019s burning\/leaking oil randomly and the mechanic can\u2019t find where. Next year I have to replace the control arms. My main concern is the transmission eventually going. I replaced the timing belt when I bought it at 190k miles so I\u2019m not concerned about that right now. I am debating on whether or not the possible future issues are worth keeping the car as I currently live in a state with no sales tax, but will be moving by Jan 2023. I don\u2019t want to end up needing a new car when I\u2019m living in a different state that has sales tax on top of the current ridiculously inflated prices.  So I\u2019m wondering what kind of issues I should be prepared for with a high mileage vehicle and if my random leaking\/burning oil that can\u2019t be pinpointed could be a bigger issue.","c_root_id_A":"htxzhli","c_root_id_B":"htxmjnp","created_at_utc_A":1642979345,"created_at_utc_B":1642974383,"score_A":16,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I would put money away every month  for the inevitable. Pretend you\u2019re making a car payment. Breakdowns are random. Take care of maintenance and be financially prepared","human_ref_B":"Your oil is not going into coolant right? Is your coolant clear blue?    1.7L D17 are known for bad head gasket. Keep an eye on that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4962.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"s7pzo3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are V6 and 4 cylinder sports cars still faster than the average \u201ceveryday\u201d car? (Civic, Altima, Camry, or any basic SUV) I\u2019ve always been curious about this, as a lot of sports cars (Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger) all have more affordable smaller engine options that obviously don\u2019t make nearly as much horsepower, but of course they\u2019re still designed for performance right cause it\u2019s essentially the same car just less power? So are they still gonna have a little more get up and go compared to basic vehicles you see everywhere? They\u2019re gonna at least handle a lot better than normal right? Otherwise, V6 and 4 cylinder options on muscle cars are just for people who wanna have a cool-looking car if that\u2019s not the case?","c_root_id_A":"htbe1ve","c_root_id_B":"htbe7by","created_at_utc_A":1642599639,"created_at_utc_B":1642599711,"score_A":5,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"All of the V6 muscle cars you mentioned have over 300 horsepower and will run 0-60 in the 5 second range. Which is still fast. V6 Camaro goes 0-60 in 5.2. Quick.","human_ref_B":"They definitely have the cheaper options so more people can afford them, and smaller engines likely help their overall emissions requirements. That being said, the base mustang is still 310hp\/350tq, the Camaro is 275hp\/295tq.   Compare that to a base Civic with 158hp\/138tq, Altima 188hp\/180tq, Camry 176hp\/163tq. That doesn't even consider curb weight and suspension advantages.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":72.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"s7pzo3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are V6 and 4 cylinder sports cars still faster than the average \u201ceveryday\u201d car? (Civic, Altima, Camry, or any basic SUV) I\u2019ve always been curious about this, as a lot of sports cars (Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger) all have more affordable smaller engine options that obviously don\u2019t make nearly as much horsepower, but of course they\u2019re still designed for performance right cause it\u2019s essentially the same car just less power? So are they still gonna have a little more get up and go compared to basic vehicles you see everywhere? They\u2019re gonna at least handle a lot better than normal right? Otherwise, V6 and 4 cylinder options on muscle cars are just for people who wanna have a cool-looking car if that\u2019s not the case?","c_root_id_A":"htbjhnq","c_root_id_B":"htbe1ve","created_at_utc_A":1642602140,"created_at_utc_B":1642599639,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'm a big fan of Miatas. They're slow. Many minivans will out-accelerate Miatas in a straight line. But, like you suggested, handling is really different.  The Miata has 50\/50 weight distribution (with driver, and \"roughly\"). While this isn't perfect (45\/55 is better for performance driving), it's extremely good and far better than most front engined cars achieve. This helps the car have a more responsive turn-in, so when you want to turn a corner the car feels more lively, more playful, more fun. It also helps the car have more consistent, predictable behavior in turns and if traction should be lost, makes managing slides easier. If you look up F\/R weight distributions, lots of sports and sporty cars try to get more and more weight on their back. Many BMWs do this, even when they have a lot of weight in the front. The engineers work hard to try to even out the weight distribution.  The suspension design of a Miata is different from that of a \"normal\" car (family sedan, even small practicality-focused hatchback). The older ones have double-wishbone on all four, while the newer have double-wishbone front and multilink rear. Normal cars often have designs like MacPherson struts. You can look into this area a lot more if you'd like, but a quick version: As the suspension compresses, the angles change. This changes the way the tire touches the ground (contact patch), which changes how the car turns (and brakes and accelerates). A better suspension design helps keep a more consistent contact patch as the car moves through different behaviors. This makes the car more predictable at its limits, so easier\/more controllable when pushing.  Weight is the enemy of performance (and efficiency). Weight harms acceleration, cornering, and braking (as well as fuel mileage). Sports cars tend to spend at least some of their money\/budget on using lighter weight materials. My third gen Miata has some steel body panels (cheap, easy to work with, strong and repairable), like most cars, but it has some aluminum panels (more expensive material, more expensive to manufacture, more expensive to repair, but lighter). This helps save weight. More expensive sports cars will use other materials \u2013\u00a0many (all?) Corvettes use fiberglass body panels, as does the Elise\/Exige. These are light, but difficult to repair when they take damage. The muscle cars you mention are still pretty heavy, but that's because lightweight materials are expensive. Part of the intent of those muscle cars is accessible performance. Keeping costs down is important. And so they accept more weight so they can be less expensive.  Most \"normal\" cars these days are FWD or front-biased AWD. While \"sporty\" cars vary, sports cars (the muscle cars you mention, the Miata, Corvette, Elise\/Exige, etc., etc.) are often RWD, rear-biased AWD, or AWD that's capable of sending power to different wheels extremely dynamically. These drivetrains are better for sporty driving. Accelerating moves weight to the rear, increasing rear grip and reducing front grip. All else equal, a car accelerates better if power is going to the rear wheels. Putting power to the front wheels also makes those tires have to do more work. Nearly all of a car's braking comes from its front tires (for normal cars, \"most\" for typical sports cars, and \"about half\" for the rear-engined 911). A lot of the cornering loads are on the front. And if you put acceleration loads on the front, well, now you have the front tires doing a *huge* amount of work and the rears not doing nearly so much. It's better to split that work between different areas. Normal cars still use FWD because, with the engine in the front, they get more efficient packaging that way. If what's important to your buyer is maximizing interior space without increasing exterior space, front engined FWD is great. But it's not as great for performance.  There are a lot of other little differences. The seating position in a sports car is rather different from in a family sedan. The gearing and compression ratios tend to be different (as another commenter said). The look of the gauges, even which gauges are installed, can be different. And, yes, they look cool. Wanting to look cool isn't bad, either. On each of these ideas, there's a lot more information out there, a lot more to satisfy your curiosity with some web searches. Maybe see if Engineering Explained has a video about it. Dig in and explore. There are a lot of differences that aren't obvious at a glance, but can lead to a lot of interesting exploring and learning.","human_ref_B":"All of the V6 muscle cars you mentioned have over 300 horsepower and will run 0-60 in the 5 second range. Which is still fast. V6 Camaro goes 0-60 in 5.2. Quick.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2501.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"s7pzo3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are V6 and 4 cylinder sports cars still faster than the average \u201ceveryday\u201d car? (Civic, Altima, Camry, or any basic SUV) I\u2019ve always been curious about this, as a lot of sports cars (Mustang, Camaro, Charger\/Challenger) all have more affordable smaller engine options that obviously don\u2019t make nearly as much horsepower, but of course they\u2019re still designed for performance right cause it\u2019s essentially the same car just less power? So are they still gonna have a little more get up and go compared to basic vehicles you see everywhere? They\u2019re gonna at least handle a lot better than normal right? Otherwise, V6 and 4 cylinder options on muscle cars are just for people who wanna have a cool-looking car if that\u2019s not the case?","c_root_id_A":"htc4mu5","c_root_id_B":"htc3hzd","created_at_utc_A":1642610637,"created_at_utc_B":1642610205,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio has a 2.9L V6. It puts out over 500hp and 440 lb-ft of torque.  We've become really good at getting power out of small packages.","human_ref_B":"Most 4 and 6 cylinder sports cars are still lighter than the other cars that use the same engines, so they're often still faster.  For example, a 2017 V6 Camaro has the same engine as my 2017 Chevy Equinox (company car), but the Camaro is about 1.5 seconds quicker 0-60. In the case of the Mustang, for a time, they offered a V6, a 4 cylinder turbo, and a V8. The engine output of the V6 and 4 cylinder turbo were nearly the same, so they dropped the V6. In the case of the Camaro and Mustang, the \"small\" engines are as powerful as the V8s from roughly a decade ago.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":432.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rkf43q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where to start when selling\/trading a car? I gotta 05\u2019 Tacoma with a good amount of miles on it (260k) and a few repairs to be fixed (Streak sent down passenger side, faded paint spots, shaking while driving and breaking, and cosmetic issues). Trying to figure out where to start. So a few questions I have so far:  Is it worth repairing everything before selling?  Should I trade or sell?  Then obviously trying to figure out how much I can get for the car rn vs after I fix a few of the issues.","c_root_id_A":"hp9h084","c_root_id_B":"hpatpj1","created_at_utc_A":1639978317,"created_at_utc_B":1640012184,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Shaking is likely out of balance or damaged tire. I would consider it unsafe if I was looking at it and would try to knock the cost of the repair off the price. Cosmetic wise it depends on what it is, I would expect a few dings, worn pedals and other wear like the steering wheel, controls and such. But if it is something like stained seats or dirty interior that could be easily cleaned I would also wonder how well the rest was taken care of.    My suggestion would be to check out the shaking and at least have a ballpark of the cost of the repair, but I'd repair it before sale. Cosmetics wise, if you are thinking about a 4-5K price then having a pro clean and detail it might be a good investment, plus it would be done if you decided to keep it.","human_ref_B":"Howdy! I've been there several times, here's how I break it all down:  1) Time. If I have time to mess around with this vehicle, i'll put some time and energy into it. If i'm crunched for time, like when I moved for a job and couldn't take both cars with me, then I just sell it as-is, full disclosure, whatever price I can get for it.   2) Trade vs sell. You'll almost always get less money trading it in than you would selling it yourself, almost. The other end of that stick, also a short end, is that the bulk of the 'trade-in value' gets added back to your financing plan, so you really don't get any decent money out of a trade.  3) Safety, mechanical, cosmetic. When i'm assessing a vehicle, I break my repairs down into these three categories. Brakes don't work so well? Safety issue, must fix. Dent in door that doesn't affect any operation? Cosmetic, let it ride. Starts and runs, but quits under heavy load? Mechanical, need to address that.   4) Costs and time. The amount you spend for labor directly correlates to your skills, abilities, tools, work space, and time. You can save $90- $150 an hour doing the work yourself, but then you're doing the work yourself.  5) I make a spreadsheet, list all of my issues, then start finding costs for parts and labor to fix or assess. Once I have that, I can compare it to NADA and KBB values. Once I have this step done, I can make a true, accurate decision based on facts and numbers, not guesswork.    Couple of side notes:  Clean cars sell faster, and for more $$.    Minor cosmetic issues aren't a big deal to some people, you just need to find the right market, and don't hide anything.    Cars that do weird stuff while driving scare most people away.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":33867.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"rkf43q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Where to start when selling\/trading a car? I gotta 05\u2019 Tacoma with a good amount of miles on it (260k) and a few repairs to be fixed (Streak sent down passenger side, faded paint spots, shaking while driving and breaking, and cosmetic issues). Trying to figure out where to start. So a few questions I have so far:  Is it worth repairing everything before selling?  Should I trade or sell?  Then obviously trying to figure out how much I can get for the car rn vs after I fix a few of the issues.","c_root_id_A":"hp9xb5u","c_root_id_B":"hpatpj1","created_at_utc_A":1639990328,"created_at_utc_B":1640012184,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If you have the means to repair it, do so. Anything that is in obvious need of repair or replacement is a strong lever for a potential buyer to use when negotiating the price down. Any work you can show (especially with documentation) has been done recently is a strong lever *you* can use to keep the price from negotiated down too much. For valueing your truck, go shopping for your truck. Try to find several very similar examples near you, make, model, year, mileage, equipment, options, condition etc. Check all the usual places too, Craigslist, FB Marketplace, etc etc.","human_ref_B":"Howdy! I've been there several times, here's how I break it all down:  1) Time. If I have time to mess around with this vehicle, i'll put some time and energy into it. If i'm crunched for time, like when I moved for a job and couldn't take both cars with me, then I just sell it as-is, full disclosure, whatever price I can get for it.   2) Trade vs sell. You'll almost always get less money trading it in than you would selling it yourself, almost. The other end of that stick, also a short end, is that the bulk of the 'trade-in value' gets added back to your financing plan, so you really don't get any decent money out of a trade.  3) Safety, mechanical, cosmetic. When i'm assessing a vehicle, I break my repairs down into these three categories. Brakes don't work so well? Safety issue, must fix. Dent in door that doesn't affect any operation? Cosmetic, let it ride. Starts and runs, but quits under heavy load? Mechanical, need to address that.   4) Costs and time. The amount you spend for labor directly correlates to your skills, abilities, tools, work space, and time. You can save $90- $150 an hour doing the work yourself, but then you're doing the work yourself.  5) I make a spreadsheet, list all of my issues, then start finding costs for parts and labor to fix or assess. Once I have that, I can compare it to NADA and KBB values. Once I have this step done, I can make a true, accurate decision based on facts and numbers, not guesswork.    Couple of side notes:  Clean cars sell faster, and for more $$.    Minor cosmetic issues aren't a big deal to some people, you just need to find the right market, and don't hide anything.    Cars that do weird stuff while driving scare most people away.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21856.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qm2g9j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Better for a car in storage: disconnect battery or charge it occasionally? Hi fantastic community of helpful people.  Have a fairly straightforward question here. I put my summer car away for 6 months in an underground parking garage. For the health of my battery, is it preferable to a) unplug the battery terminals and leave it disconnected. or b) Im near a plug, so I could every few months charge it up with a battery charger I have , leave it plugged in and start it up once or twice to let it idle a few times over this storage period?  Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"hj6wmbn","c_root_id_B":"hj6wtlv","created_at_utc_A":1635969408,"created_at_utc_B":1635969487,"score_A":11,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"leave it on a trickle charger imo","human_ref_B":"Disconnect the battery, but keep it charged.  Don\u2019t run the car at all over a 6 month period unless you can get it up to full operating temperature.   Moisture\/ condensation is the enemy, and a short run-up just generates water vapor, until things get warm.  Wax it, cover it, and protect the car from mice!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":79.0,"score_ratio":1.4545454545}
{"post_id":"qm2g9j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Better for a car in storage: disconnect battery or charge it occasionally? Hi fantastic community of helpful people.  Have a fairly straightforward question here. I put my summer car away for 6 months in an underground parking garage. For the health of my battery, is it preferable to a) unplug the battery terminals and leave it disconnected. or b) Im near a plug, so I could every few months charge it up with a battery charger I have , leave it plugged in and start it up once or twice to let it idle a few times over this storage period?  Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"hj7bv00","c_root_id_B":"hj6x7jk","created_at_utc_A":1635975306,"created_at_utc_B":1635969638,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"All you need to do is disconnect the negative terminal and tuck it aside.","human_ref_B":"Battery tender","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5668.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdsqxib","c_root_id_B":"hdsk18e","created_at_utc_A":1632277822,"created_at_utc_B":1632274490,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I do the same, but I have older cars and I\u2019m just worried about all the electronic connectors and wiring rusting out\u2026..","human_ref_B":"Brake rotors is one.  If you get them hot with braking and you hit a puddle, the quick cooling can warp them and you will get pulsing brakes.  But that's a very specific event.  Honestly the biggest reason not to drive in a puddle is because you might not know how deep it really is.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3332.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdsqxib","c_root_id_B":"hdskwl8","created_at_utc_A":1632277822,"created_at_utc_B":1632274901,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I do the same, but I have older cars and I\u2019m just worried about all the electronic connectors and wiring rusting out\u2026..","human_ref_B":"All right, everybody here is smoking crack\u2026\u2026 those \u201csnorkels\u201d are not for water. They are for getting clean air on extremely dusty roads, particularly when traveling in a caravan.   source  And another source","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2921.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdtyhy3","c_root_id_B":"hdtggb4","created_at_utc_A":1632310125,"created_at_utc_B":1632294266,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Engine need air to run. Tube for engine that suck air in car is low to ground, so water get sucked instead. Jeep up high so when off-road only air get sucked","human_ref_B":"High speeds, it's called hydrpplaning and going over 50 when you hit water can be scary, especially if you do it on a turn.  Also if there is a deep hole somewhere, say the ground had a break and there is now a 5 foot wide 5 foot deep hole that you can't see because of the water, but that's alot less likely  That all being said, whenever it rains hard there's a little strip of road near my house that becomes a lake, and you can find my dumb ass driving back and forth over the water.....","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15859.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdsk18e","c_root_id_B":"hdtyhy3","created_at_utc_A":1632274490,"created_at_utc_B":1632310125,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Brake rotors is one.  If you get them hot with braking and you hit a puddle, the quick cooling can warp them and you will get pulsing brakes.  But that's a very specific event.  Honestly the biggest reason not to drive in a puddle is because you might not know how deep it really is.","human_ref_B":"Engine need air to run. Tube for engine that suck air in car is low to ground, so water get sucked instead. Jeep up high so when off-road only air get sucked","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35635.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdskwl8","c_root_id_B":"hdtyhy3","created_at_utc_A":1632274901,"created_at_utc_B":1632310125,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"All right, everybody here is smoking crack\u2026\u2026 those \u201csnorkels\u201d are not for water. They are for getting clean air on extremely dusty roads, particularly when traveling in a caravan.   source  And another source","human_ref_B":"Engine need air to run. Tube for engine that suck air in car is low to ground, so water get sucked instead. Jeep up high so when off-road only air get sucked","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35224.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdtggb4","c_root_id_B":"hdsk18e","created_at_utc_A":1632294266,"created_at_utc_B":1632274490,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"High speeds, it's called hydrpplaning and going over 50 when you hit water can be scary, especially if you do it on a turn.  Also if there is a deep hole somewhere, say the ground had a break and there is now a 5 foot wide 5 foot deep hole that you can't see because of the water, but that's alot less likely  That all being said, whenever it rains hard there's a little strip of road near my house that becomes a lake, and you can find my dumb ass driving back and forth over the water.....","human_ref_B":"Brake rotors is one.  If you get them hot with braking and you hit a puddle, the quick cooling can warp them and you will get pulsing brakes.  But that's a very specific event.  Honestly the biggest reason not to drive in a puddle is because you might not know how deep it really is.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19776.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"psqf16","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why is it bad to drive through puddles, yet there are jeeps with snorkels? I slowed down for a puddle today and the idiot behind me was really pissed off. I got to thinking, maybe I should drive through puddles and that way my undercarriage would get clean. But then I googled it and it says that's bad to do. Of course I thought of all these jeeps with the snorkels on top of them\u2026 So why is it OK for a jeep with a snorkel to drive through 5 feet of water but me with my car, a few inches is bad?","c_root_id_A":"hdskwl8","c_root_id_B":"hdsk18e","created_at_utc_A":1632274901,"created_at_utc_B":1632274490,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"All right, everybody here is smoking crack\u2026\u2026 those \u201csnorkels\u201d are not for water. They are for getting clean air on extremely dusty roads, particularly when traveling in a caravan.   source  And another source","human_ref_B":"Brake rotors is one.  If you get them hot with braking and you hit a puddle, the quick cooling can warp them and you will get pulsing brakes.  But that's a very specific event.  Honestly the biggest reason not to drive in a puddle is because you might not know how deep it really is.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":411.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ply96y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Hi. My 2002 camry 70k filled with flood water (cup holders, glove compartment, trunk, everything wet).wont start Is it worth saving? Or will future gremlins make the endeavor a waste of time ?? im %50 leaning toward junking it. (liability only insurance)  But the other half of me has a bit of sunk cost fallacy. I just put in a new sound system, dashcam, remote starter, android auto etc etc.  Is  it feasible to call my mobile mechanic to to get the car running again? replace all the seats. and get it completely detailed.  Im all about saving $$. But i dont want to sink money into a car if it will never have a %100 clean bill of health after flood.  is a heavily flood damaged car too far-gone to even  consider  saving??  thanks","c_root_id_A":"hce0z8s","c_root_id_B":"hcdzmas","created_at_utc_A":1631326636,"created_at_utc_B":1631325931,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just call your insurance company cash that shit out and buy some new stuff","human_ref_B":"Could you pull the plugs an free up the motor? Maybe but it'd save you money and time just junking it and moving on.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":705.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ply96y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Hi. My 2002 camry 70k filled with flood water (cup holders, glove compartment, trunk, everything wet).wont start Is it worth saving? Or will future gremlins make the endeavor a waste of time ?? im %50 leaning toward junking it. (liability only insurance)  But the other half of me has a bit of sunk cost fallacy. I just put in a new sound system, dashcam, remote starter, android auto etc etc.  Is  it feasible to call my mobile mechanic to to get the car running again? replace all the seats. and get it completely detailed.  Im all about saving $$. But i dont want to sink money into a car if it will never have a %100 clean bill of health after flood.  is a heavily flood damaged car too far-gone to even  consider  saving??  thanks","c_root_id_A":"hce0yry","c_root_id_B":"hce0z8s","created_at_utc_A":1631326629,"created_at_utc_B":1631326636,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The easiest way is to ask a mechanic to give you a quote for repairs to the car. Then you can weigh up whether it is worth spending the money.  All the money you spent on the car, probably adds nothing to its value. You lost the money as soon as you paid for it.   How much will it cost to replace the car? Can you remove the stereo and install it in your new car? I have owned a car with a leak and I know how impossible it si to remove the smell of wet carpet","human_ref_B":"Just call your insurance company cash that shit out and buy some new stuff","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ns5a1u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will my v6 RAV4 throw any codes if I tow it from Colorado to sea level? Maybe this is a stupid question - I know my RAV4 will be towed behind my moving truck from 5,300 feet down to about 200-300 feet in NC. My limited understanding of cars tells me the ECU will go back to where it was air\/fuel when I turned it off back in CO.   When I turn on the car at my new place will anything freak out? Should I maybe let it run for a little 1\/2 way (on the trailer)? Or am I overthinking this since it's a \"modern car\"?","c_root_id_A":"h0ke7is","c_root_id_B":"h0kdvgm","created_at_utc_A":1622814029,"created_at_utc_B":1622813864,"score_A":21,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It will be fine. the car will know the amount of airflow present when it starts and adjust the fuel accordingly.    Also, The computer won\u2019t set a code right away. It \u201cmakes sure\u201d the code is \u201creal\u201d before it sets.","human_ref_B":"You should be fine,  IMO. if it does throw a code out would be nothing to go to an auto parts store and have them clear it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":165.0,"score_ratio":4.2}
{"post_id":"ns5a1u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will my v6 RAV4 throw any codes if I tow it from Colorado to sea level? Maybe this is a stupid question - I know my RAV4 will be towed behind my moving truck from 5,300 feet down to about 200-300 feet in NC. My limited understanding of cars tells me the ECU will go back to where it was air\/fuel when I turned it off back in CO.   When I turn on the car at my new place will anything freak out? Should I maybe let it run for a little 1\/2 way (on the trailer)? Or am I overthinking this since it's a \"modern car\"?","c_root_id_A":"h0kdvgm","c_root_id_B":"h0kgx8r","created_at_utc_A":1622813864,"created_at_utc_B":1622815314,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"You should be fine,  IMO. if it does throw a code out would be nothing to go to an auto parts store and have them clear it.","human_ref_B":"You\u2019ll be fine. I\u2019ve driven 5 hours into the mountains with thousand foot differences within 30kms before. The ecu is always taking constant measurements of everything. But mainly for a good air fuel ratio. You\u2019re fine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1450.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"nq5llo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is it a good idea to get a K&N air filter on my car ? I'm just looking for feedback\/advice  My car, a 2010 2.0 tfsi Audi TT quattro is fully stock. I already like its sound but I've been thinking about putting a K&N sport filter, not the conic ones, the same as OEM shaped ones.   I know I'm not really get a power gain from it but I would honestly just do it for the sound *as long as it can't harm my engine*  I've read about some letting particles through so I don't know.  (Live in a pretty strict country in Europe so it's like the only thing I can do to improve noise (other than buying a 1.5k$ homologated exhaust))  Also is it annoying to install ?    Thanks in advance","c_root_id_A":"h08slb6","c_root_id_B":"h0908ol","created_at_utc_A":1622585263,"created_at_utc_B":1622589035,"score_A":2,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Essentially what it will do is it will make it easier for your engine to breath as they have a much higher throughput than the regular paper filters. Depending on the mapping of the engine you might or might not get more power out of that (probably not on a german car). What it will surely do is make your turbo slightly more responsive and slightly reduce wear on it.  I doubt you would feel much of that on a german petrol engine like that though, without touching the map that is. They're already tuned pretty narrowly. If you ever get a JDM car in the other hand....  Depending on what country your in you might actually get street legal cone filters. APR has T\u00dcV-certified ones for Audis.  And finally a replacement filter won't do any harm. I had one from K&N in my 2.0 TDI and had no problems.","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/sJ3L-E-ufYo If this guy is to be believed, K&N filters do not filter that well compared to OEM style filters. Personally, I wouldn\u2019t use one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3772.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"nq5llo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is it a good idea to get a K&N air filter on my car ? I'm just looking for feedback\/advice  My car, a 2010 2.0 tfsi Audi TT quattro is fully stock. I already like its sound but I've been thinking about putting a K&N sport filter, not the conic ones, the same as OEM shaped ones.   I know I'm not really get a power gain from it but I would honestly just do it for the sound *as long as it can't harm my engine*  I've read about some letting particles through so I don't know.  (Live in a pretty strict country in Europe so it's like the only thing I can do to improve noise (other than buying a 1.5k$ homologated exhaust))  Also is it annoying to install ?    Thanks in advance","c_root_id_A":"h09fl2p","c_root_id_B":"h08slb6","created_at_utc_A":1622596942,"created_at_utc_B":1622585263,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It's like this... any filter that claims to have higher flow will always filter poorly. If it's made for racing, it's not designed for everyday use. Race engines are rebuilt quite often so a bit of dust isn't too big of a problem.   For everyday use however, you want longevity which means keeping outside stuff out of your engine. Thus you want a good filter. The gains are negligible anyways. You'll MAYBE see it on a dyno, but feeling it while driving? Nah.  As far as sound... why? Turbo engines all sound like hoovers.","human_ref_B":"Essentially what it will do is it will make it easier for your engine to breath as they have a much higher throughput than the regular paper filters. Depending on the mapping of the engine you might or might not get more power out of that (probably not on a german car). What it will surely do is make your turbo slightly more responsive and slightly reduce wear on it.  I doubt you would feel much of that on a german petrol engine like that though, without touching the map that is. They're already tuned pretty narrowly. If you ever get a JDM car in the other hand....  Depending on what country your in you might actually get street legal cone filters. APR has T\u00dcV-certified ones for Audis.  And finally a replacement filter won't do any harm. I had one from K&N in my 2.0 TDI and had no problems.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11679.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"nq5llo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Is it a good idea to get a K&N air filter on my car ? I'm just looking for feedback\/advice  My car, a 2010 2.0 tfsi Audi TT quattro is fully stock. I already like its sound but I've been thinking about putting a K&N sport filter, not the conic ones, the same as OEM shaped ones.   I know I'm not really get a power gain from it but I would honestly just do it for the sound *as long as it can't harm my engine*  I've read about some letting particles through so I don't know.  (Live in a pretty strict country in Europe so it's like the only thing I can do to improve noise (other than buying a 1.5k$ homologated exhaust))  Also is it annoying to install ?    Thanks in advance","c_root_id_A":"h09vef3","c_root_id_B":"h08slb6","created_at_utc_A":1622605196,"created_at_utc_B":1622585263,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I\u2019m a mechanic and I\u2019ve noticed that aftermarket filters let more dirt in the intake","human_ref_B":"Essentially what it will do is it will make it easier for your engine to breath as they have a much higher throughput than the regular paper filters. Depending on the mapping of the engine you might or might not get more power out of that (probably not on a german car). What it will surely do is make your turbo slightly more responsive and slightly reduce wear on it.  I doubt you would feel much of that on a german petrol engine like that though, without touching the map that is. They're already tuned pretty narrowly. If you ever get a JDM car in the other hand....  Depending on what country your in you might actually get street legal cone filters. APR has T\u00dcV-certified ones for Audis.  And finally a replacement filter won't do any harm. I had one from K&N in my 2.0 TDI and had no problems.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19933.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"n66mnc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What's up with the 7th gen impala SS? I recently saw a '96 Impala SS for sale at 25k CAD. You can find a decent C5 corvette for less than that here.  This car is a 4000+lb boat, with shitty 4 speed slushbox and a very underwhelming 260hp LT1.  I understand that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I don't find this car attractive. It's slow and heavy, and the interior isn't particularly special. It's also a very generic GM B-body car, so it doesn't have some special and unique driving experience.  In other words:  * No meaningful experience * Bad fuel efficiency * Not particularly luxurious * Not especially beautiful * Not a rare chassis\/driving experience  I don't understand that this car has over a crown victoria, or other similar boats of the era, yet, there is this strange fanbase around it that is willing to pay an absolute fortune for this car.  I understand that some cars are special for context reasons, like the Grand National, but I just don't get it for the SS.  Can someone explain?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"gx5yhw0","c_root_id_B":"gx65glb","created_at_utc_A":1620317651,"created_at_utc_B":1620320568,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Last rwd impala with a V8 and limited production run. Performance variant of a boring commuter car. why are el dorados popular? I can make the same exact points about those as you did the impala. It\u2019s the last of its kind and is just something that\u2019s pretty neat. Like you said though, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.","human_ref_B":"\"It's slow.\"  I owned one 15 years ago, when they were at max depreciation. 0 to 60 in 6.5 seconds. In the mid 90's. In a land yacht. 6.5 was a benchmark for \"quick\" in the 90's. It was an experience. It was reliable, comfortable and always an attention getter and conversation starter.   It was America's first attempt since the early 70's at building a legit muscle car and they succeeded. Even then everyone knew it would be a collectible.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2917.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"mpsp5h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Why do my brakes squeak after brake job? When ever my car has sat parked overnight and I go to move it, it starts squeaking at low speeds without the brakes being used and squeaks louder when the brake is engaged slightly.   On my commute to work it squeaks like that in the beginning but stops making any noise completely when I'm on the highway\/driving for for a while.   Say I've been driving for a while and I pull into the gas station. I park it and run into to do my business. When I'm ready to leave I pull out slowly and hear no squeaking whatsoever.   And the squeaking is only constant at the very beginning of my commute, only if the car has sat parked for a long time.  Any ideas to what's causing the noise.","c_root_id_A":"gubyb7m","c_root_id_B":"gubvy3z","created_at_utc_A":1618283477,"created_at_utc_B":1618282138,"score_A":21,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Brake rotors are usually made from cast iron. When left unused for a few days the cast iron develops a surface layer of rust that makes the brakes squeak until your pads wear through the rust.  This is why it squeaks at the start of your commute, but stops by the time you get to your destination or stop for gas.","human_ref_B":"Performance brakes are noisy until they are warmed up. What type of vehicle are you driving?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1339.0,"score_ratio":10.5}
{"post_id":"mpsp5h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Why do my brakes squeak after brake job? When ever my car has sat parked overnight and I go to move it, it starts squeaking at low speeds without the brakes being used and squeaks louder when the brake is engaged slightly.   On my commute to work it squeaks like that in the beginning but stops making any noise completely when I'm on the highway\/driving for for a while.   Say I've been driving for a while and I pull into the gas station. I park it and run into to do my business. When I'm ready to leave I pull out slowly and hear no squeaking whatsoever.   And the squeaking is only constant at the very beginning of my commute, only if the car has sat parked for a long time.  Any ideas to what's causing the noise.","c_root_id_A":"guc4rgu","c_root_id_B":"gubvy3z","created_at_utc_A":1618287486,"created_at_utc_B":1618282138,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If the other suggestions on here don't help, it is probably worth pulling one of the wheels off yourself and taking a quick look at the status of your brake pads.  If the \"squeaking\" you are hearing is the chirping of worn brake pads, perhaps the dealership shafted you by not putting on new pads.  Find out sooner rather than later so you can go back and raise holy hell with them.  Good luck.","human_ref_B":"Performance brakes are noisy until they are warmed up. What type of vehicle are you driving?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5348.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"m31zcm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Jacking and jack stands? Hello, I have a 2008 Toyota Corolla and I am 17 and learning to repair it. I want to learn how to jack the car up. I bought a 1.5 ton teq correct jack and 2 4 ton teq correct jack stands. It was only when I got home that I realized that 4 ton jack stands might be overkill. My question is is using these jack stands going to pose any type of problem? Is teq correct a decent brand? It was all they had at advance auto parts. Here\u2019s a picture. https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/qAWMTD7","c_root_id_A":"gqmygot","c_root_id_B":"gqnccvu","created_at_utc_A":1615509573,"created_at_utc_B":1615516873,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Haven't heard of teq. Jack looks identical to the harbor freight one I got years ago. Those stands look good; better than normal cheap ones without the pin. Also get some wheel chocks so it doesn't roll on you.","human_ref_B":"If you take the tires off for work, throw them under each side of the car as well for another failsafe.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7300.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"llitzt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Car Battery?  A couple of months ago I bought a new battery for my car. Due to not  having a lot of money I went with the much cheaper battery. Everything  was working just fine up until this cold weather hit. I live in Colorado  so its been quite cold. So naturally, my battery hasn't been doing too  great. I've been having trouble getting my car started lately and today  it was completely dead. I had someone jump start it and it started right  away and I was able to make home. When I got home I turned my car off  and back on and it started just fine so it was able to retain a little  bit of a charge. Then I came out several hours later and it was  completely dead again. So I guess my question is if my battery is dead  or just discharged? Would it be worth going and getting a battery  charger or do I need a whole new battery?","c_root_id_A":"gnq48th","c_root_id_B":"gnq0cmx","created_at_utc_A":1613532397,"created_at_utc_B":1613530313,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Take that battery back to the store and have them exchange it. This has happened to me (buying the cheapest one also) and I took it right back. Also get a battery jump starter pack whenever your finances allow.","human_ref_B":"Even a cheaper battery of the right size for your vehicle will work for a long time, the main difference is the ability to continue function for say 3 years instead of 2.  The fact that a new battery is giving you issues makes me wonder if there isn't another problem. If your car was jumped and the drive home wasn't enough to charge the battery up to full makes me think that you often do short trips which can cause a battery to fail pre-maturely.   That said we can't rule out an electrical issue. I would suggest taking your car to an autozone or o'reillys and have them check your battery and alternator in the parking lot for free. This will give you a quick look at what's going on and let you know if you bought a bad battery or if your alternator is going out.   Posting the year make and model of car will help us as well.  Cheers!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2084.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"llitzt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Car Battery?  A couple of months ago I bought a new battery for my car. Due to not  having a lot of money I went with the much cheaper battery. Everything  was working just fine up until this cold weather hit. I live in Colorado  so its been quite cold. So naturally, my battery hasn't been doing too  great. I've been having trouble getting my car started lately and today  it was completely dead. I had someone jump start it and it started right  away and I was able to make home. When I got home I turned my car off  and back on and it started just fine so it was able to retain a little  bit of a charge. Then I came out several hours later and it was  completely dead again. So I guess my question is if my battery is dead  or just discharged? Would it be worth going and getting a battery  charger or do I need a whole new battery?","c_root_id_A":"gnq9brf","c_root_id_B":"gnq0cmx","created_at_utc_A":1613535253,"created_at_utc_B":1613530313,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"So, batteries and cold weather. Nothing kills a battery worse than having it drain down in the cold. Fully charged, there's lots of ions in the acid. But discharged, the chemistry in the battery changes, and the juice freezes. Since battery acid is mostly water, it expands, damaging seals and makes a mess of the internals. This is a situation it is not likely to ever recover from.   That said, cheaper batteries may be more susceptible to this and may even be borderline defective from the factory. You should take it back. The battery has a warranty, but it's prorated over X amount of time. You haven't had it long though, so I'd expect the replacement to cost you maybe 10% of what the brand new battery would have cost. Then again, they may just swap it, straight up.","human_ref_B":"Even a cheaper battery of the right size for your vehicle will work for a long time, the main difference is the ability to continue function for say 3 years instead of 2.  The fact that a new battery is giving you issues makes me wonder if there isn't another problem. If your car was jumped and the drive home wasn't enough to charge the battery up to full makes me think that you often do short trips which can cause a battery to fail pre-maturely.   That said we can't rule out an electrical issue. I would suggest taking your car to an autozone or o'reillys and have them check your battery and alternator in the parking lot for free. This will give you a quick look at what's going on and let you know if you bought a bad battery or if your alternator is going out.   Posting the year make and model of car will help us as well.  Cheers!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4940.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"kjxdbw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What should I use to remove a rounded out very over tightened top alternator bolt? I was tightening my son\u2019s drive belts on his 2001 Honda CRV and I rounded out the top alternator bolt.  I\u2019m screwed.  It\u2019s tight in there.","c_root_id_A":"ggzdjsm","c_root_id_B":"ggzgkii","created_at_utc_A":1608896850,"created_at_utc_B":1608900474,"score_A":9,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"You can try rounded bolt kits like this one: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ROCKETSOCKET-Impact-Extractor-Remove-Damaged\/dp\/B07R7HR632    Not the cheapest solution, but buy them once and they've got your back for all future rounded bolt\/nut nightmares.    Other options would be to cut a slot in the head of the bolt with a Dremel and then use a flathead screwdriver, perhaps. Depends on how much room there is around it.","human_ref_B":"Weld a nut to it.   Find a 12 point socket that is slightly smaller and pound it on with a hammer.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3624.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"kjxdbw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"What should I use to remove a rounded out very over tightened top alternator bolt? I was tightening my son\u2019s drive belts on his 2001 Honda CRV and I rounded out the top alternator bolt.  I\u2019m screwed.  It\u2019s tight in there.","c_root_id_A":"ggzub51","c_root_id_B":"ggzp33n","created_at_utc_A":1608912349,"created_at_utc_B":1608908453,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The top adjuster is connected to a bracket. Take the bracket off with the alternator.","human_ref_B":"Cut a flat head slot in it with a dremel or grinder, use a beefy flathead to loosen it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3896.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"xkz44o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I know this is a stupid question but, if bigger wheels=more speed, why don't we just put bigger wheels in cars?","c_root_id_A":"ipgzqzf","c_root_id_B":"ipgjwh5","created_at_utc_A":1663856556,"created_at_utc_B":1663849420,"score_A":20,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s harder to turn bigger wheels. Not just because of the mass but also the leverage.","human_ref_B":"Bigger wheels is more mass to spin. Also wheels are getting bigger . My 1990 car had 14in wheels. Now 20s are pretty common.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7136.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"xkz44o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"I know this is a stupid question but, if bigger wheels=more speed, why don't we just put bigger wheels in cars?","c_root_id_A":"iphf2k1","c_root_id_B":"iphkev6","created_at_utc_A":1663862471,"created_at_utc_B":1663864489,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Same reason your bicycle doesn't have a HUGE front cog and a tiiiiny back cog - you would not be able to turn the pedals.  Fitting bigger wheels just changes the *overall gearing* of the car between one turn of the engine to one turn of the wheels and how far that moves you up the road - make the gearing really high and it takes more power to turn the wheels than the engine can provide.  That's also why you don't pull away from a standstill in 4th\/5th\/6th gear, because the engine could not move the car from zero in that gear.","human_ref_B":"Why do you think a bigger wheel equates to more speed?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2018.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"yikfq9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Could you tell me if $2780 is a reasonable price for my cars repairs? I have a 2014 Ford Edge and it's been having a check charging system light come on lately. The first shop I took it to changed the battery and I had to take it back and they changed some kind of cord they said have wear and erosion. The problem is still going on so I took it to Ford and they said it needs a battery harness and a new alternator and quoted me $2780. I'm just hoping someone could tell me if this price is okay and if it'll actually help my problem","c_root_id_A":"iuj4n18","c_root_id_B":"iuj7so2","created_at_utc_A":1667241877,"created_at_utc_B":1667243136,"score_A":7,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Scan the estimate","human_ref_B":"The first shop likely didn't know what they were doing. It probably is an alternator and harness. You can use the diagnosis to call another shop or two (find good rated shops on Google maps) and get rough quotes over the phone. Usually the dealership is the highest price by 25% to 50% more compared to independent shops.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1259.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"yikfq9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Could you tell me if $2780 is a reasonable price for my cars repairs? I have a 2014 Ford Edge and it's been having a check charging system light come on lately. The first shop I took it to changed the battery and I had to take it back and they changed some kind of cord they said have wear and erosion. The problem is still going on so I took it to Ford and they said it needs a battery harness and a new alternator and quoted me $2780. I'm just hoping someone could tell me if this price is okay and if it'll actually help my problem","c_root_id_A":"iumbmpe","c_root_id_B":"iuoyc2b","created_at_utc_A":1667307558,"created_at_utc_B":1667345314,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Usually you can call another dealer any ask for a competing quote.  You will get a real answer from people and not the internet.","human_ref_B":"Too high. Average price for an entire harness repair is 700- 1800 and that's a lot more involved than than this. Call round and like others have said have another dealer compete the quote.  I honestly wouldn't tell the other repair shop what your first quote was.  https:\/\/costhack.com\/engine-harness-replacement-cost\/","labels":0,"seconds_difference":37756.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"jngouz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"2008 Acura TL with a dead battery in the morning. The battery and alternator are checking out as good though when I take my car to the local autoshop. What could be causing this?","c_root_id_A":"gb1a9sw","c_root_id_B":"gb19d26","created_at_utc_A":1604431727,"created_at_utc_B":1604431292,"score_A":14,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s probably the hands free link unit","human_ref_B":"Well, let's get the obvious stuff out of the way. We're the lights left on? Dome light left on? Trunk left open? Door left ajar? Keys left in the ignition (will keep lights on)?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":435.0,"score_ratio":1.5555555556}
{"post_id":"zgaewb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Why is my MPG so bad? I drive a 2006 Toyota Avalon Limited (with the V6) and I live in a suburban area, use regular 87 octane fuel as the owner manual reccomends, but get 14.5 mpg even when driving faily conservatively. Google says i should be getting 22 city \/ 31 highway. Why is my gass milage so low?","c_root_id_A":"izgpcdn","c_root_id_B":"izfxvwj","created_at_utc_A":1670543288,"created_at_utc_B":1670531980,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"When's the last time you got new spark plugs, spark plug wires, and an air filter? Small things can make a big difference in fuel economy. Do you have stock size tires, or did you put something bigger on there? Have you checked your tire pressure lately?","human_ref_B":"A majority of cars aren't even EPA tested...something like 85% of them just take the manufacturer's word and the EPA will step in for a random subset of them to test if the claims are actually true.  Also the EPA has to test under very specific conditions, if factors around you don't match what was tested in a controlled facility you'd expect different mileage from what the EPA was able to do","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11308.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"xhxuwc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why are \"luxury\" car so popular and hold their prestige if its so unreliable? I don't know much about cars but as I wanted to buy a second hand car and was looking around what to buy. It seems most advice and sources say do not buy mercedes, porsche, audi and bmw which is always on the pricer side and I always thought its due to their reliable and reputable brand. But most sites or youtube car videos actually advice you to buy brands like toyota, renault, suzuki, kia and even peugeot and fiat is often recommended which I always thought wasn't that reliable.","c_root_id_A":"ip0ladf","c_root_id_B":"ip0bzdi","created_at_utc_A":1663555583,"created_at_utc_B":1663551412,"score_A":24,"score_B":22,"human_ref_A":"They arnt unreliable they're just expensive to mantain. so they tend not to be mantianed   So they break  My dads 2009 bmw 528i that i mantain for him has 220k and still runs like new no lights, quirks, leaks or special features","human_ref_B":"Porsches tend to be pretty reliable and some models hold their value better than any other luxury brand","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4171.0,"score_ratio":1.0909090909}
{"post_id":"xhxuwc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why are \"luxury\" car so popular and hold their prestige if its so unreliable? I don't know much about cars but as I wanted to buy a second hand car and was looking around what to buy. It seems most advice and sources say do not buy mercedes, porsche, audi and bmw which is always on the pricer side and I always thought its due to their reliable and reputable brand. But most sites or youtube car videos actually advice you to buy brands like toyota, renault, suzuki, kia and even peugeot and fiat is often recommended which I always thought wasn't that reliable.","c_root_id_A":"ip0ag7b","c_root_id_B":"ip0ladf","created_at_utc_A":1663550729,"created_at_utc_B":1663555583,"score_A":8,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Think of all the impractical, ineffective things people do to \"look good\", \" be successful\" etc. Driving a \"prestige\" brand car is one of those things...","human_ref_B":"They arnt unreliable they're just expensive to mantain. so they tend not to be mantianed   So they break  My dads 2009 bmw 528i that i mantain for him has 220k and still runs like new no lights, quirks, leaks or special features","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4854.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"xhxuwc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why are \"luxury\" car so popular and hold their prestige if its so unreliable? I don't know much about cars but as I wanted to buy a second hand car and was looking around what to buy. It seems most advice and sources say do not buy mercedes, porsche, audi and bmw which is always on the pricer side and I always thought its due to their reliable and reputable brand. But most sites or youtube car videos actually advice you to buy brands like toyota, renault, suzuki, kia and even peugeot and fiat is often recommended which I always thought wasn't that reliable.","c_root_id_A":"ip0bzdi","c_root_id_B":"ip0ag7b","created_at_utc_A":1663551412,"created_at_utc_B":1663550729,"score_A":22,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Porsches tend to be pretty reliable and some models hold their value better than any other luxury brand","human_ref_B":"Think of all the impractical, ineffective things people do to \"look good\", \" be successful\" etc. Driving a \"prestige\" brand car is one of those things...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":683.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"xhxuwc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why are \"luxury\" car so popular and hold their prestige if its so unreliable? I don't know much about cars but as I wanted to buy a second hand car and was looking around what to buy. It seems most advice and sources say do not buy mercedes, porsche, audi and bmw which is always on the pricer side and I always thought its due to their reliable and reputable brand. But most sites or youtube car videos actually advice you to buy brands like toyota, renault, suzuki, kia and even peugeot and fiat is often recommended which I always thought wasn't that reliable.","c_root_id_A":"ip17si2","c_root_id_B":"ip1o6df","created_at_utc_A":1663568846,"created_at_utc_B":1663582671,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Sometimes the companies built their reputations on quality and reliability (Mercedes, Volvo) but tastes changed over time and they added more complex  luxury features that tend to go wrong.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes, Audi, Bmw and Porsche are all reliable brands.The problem is people that done understand that the cars are \"over engineered\" so are less forgiving to a stingy owner than Toyota Honda etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13825.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"xhxuwc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why are \"luxury\" car so popular and hold their prestige if its so unreliable? I don't know much about cars but as I wanted to buy a second hand car and was looking around what to buy. It seems most advice and sources say do not buy mercedes, porsche, audi and bmw which is always on the pricer side and I always thought its due to their reliable and reputable brand. But most sites or youtube car videos actually advice you to buy brands like toyota, renault, suzuki, kia and even peugeot and fiat is often recommended which I always thought wasn't that reliable.","c_root_id_A":"ip1mwxa","c_root_id_B":"ip1o6df","created_at_utc_A":1663581674,"created_at_utc_B":1663582671,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Honda","human_ref_B":"Mercedes, Audi, Bmw and Porsche are all reliable brands.The problem is people that done understand that the cars are \"over engineered\" so are less forgiving to a stingy owner than Toyota Honda etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":997.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"fe8o2e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Why does car smell like rotten eggs\/sulfur on ignition, after the engine revs back down? So I have a 2018 touring cx5, about 12k miles on it. Earlier today I was in my car after I turned it off and noticed the smell of sulfur. Confused, I brushed it off. I get back in a few hours later and on ignition, right after the engine revs up and back down I smell it again. It goes away once I drive off but occasionally comes back. Happened again earlier this evening. I typically turn off ac before I leave the car so it's not from that. When I turn on the AC it goes away. It's still under warranty so I can easily bring it in.   Thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"fjmzpka","c_root_id_B":"fjmtbqy","created_at_utc_A":1583492053,"created_at_utc_B":1583483047,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like catalytic converter needs to be checked. That or an exhaust leak.","human_ref_B":"I don't have an answer for you, but I do know some cars are more susceptible to this than others. Example: every Chevy Corsica I've ever been close to smelled like this when idling. Always wanted to know why...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9006.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r59m17","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some relatively cheap V10\/12 engines?(yes it\u2019s for a project car)","c_root_id_A":"hmlspfj","c_root_id_B":"hmll8do","created_at_utc_A":1638234944,"created_at_utc_B":1638231519,"score_A":26,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Ford truck v10","human_ref_B":"Jaguar xjs but it doesnt make any power","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3425.0,"score_ratio":2.8888888889}
{"post_id":"r59m17","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some relatively cheap V10\/12 engines?(yes it\u2019s for a project car)","c_root_id_A":"hmls23x","c_root_id_B":"hmlspfj","created_at_utc_A":1638234647,"created_at_utc_B":1638234944,"score_A":12,"score_B":26,"human_ref_A":"Depends where you are, but ford and chrysler has v10s in their trucks\/vans and uhaul trucks for a while.","human_ref_B":"Ford truck v10","labels":0,"seconds_difference":297.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"r59m17","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some relatively cheap V10\/12 engines?(yes it\u2019s for a project car)","c_root_id_A":"hmlspfj","c_root_id_B":"hmlno0l","created_at_utc_A":1638234944,"created_at_utc_B":1638232645,"score_A":26,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Ford truck v10","human_ref_B":"e38 750i","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2299.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"r59m17","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some relatively cheap V10\/12 engines?(yes it\u2019s for a project car)","c_root_id_A":"hmls23x","c_root_id_B":"hmll8do","created_at_utc_A":1638234647,"created_at_utc_B":1638231519,"score_A":12,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Depends where you are, but ford and chrysler has v10s in their trucks\/vans and uhaul trucks for a while.","human_ref_B":"Jaguar xjs but it doesnt make any power","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3128.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"r59m17","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some relatively cheap V10\/12 engines?(yes it\u2019s for a project car)","c_root_id_A":"hmls23x","c_root_id_B":"hmlno0l","created_at_utc_A":1638234647,"created_at_utc_B":1638232645,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Depends where you are, but ford and chrysler has v10s in their trucks\/vans and uhaul trucks for a while.","human_ref_B":"e38 750i","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2002.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"r59m17","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some relatively cheap V10\/12 engines?(yes it\u2019s for a project car)","c_root_id_A":"hmlylr7","c_root_id_B":"hmlno0l","created_at_utc_A":1638237650,"created_at_utc_B":1638232645,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"no such thing. even if you can find a cheap Jaguar V12, rebuilding them will cost more than the car is worth. espcially hen those were underbraked.","human_ref_B":"e38 750i","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5005.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"os3rb4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"My car is vibrating whilst idling. Just got the fuel injector replaced by a mechanic, but he said to drive it 100 miles and see if it fixes it. So far driven 40, and still vibrates like hell when idling and engine is hot. What can I do? VW golf 1.6 tdi, mk6 2011. Replaced injector with a aftermarket too.  Is it time.to.sell the car now or will this be fixed after 100 miles?","c_root_id_A":"h6m3l9r","c_root_id_B":"h6lynsb","created_at_utc_A":1627323237,"created_at_utc_B":1627321105,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It sounds like it\u2019s not running on all cylinders, which will cause vibration and poor power.","human_ref_B":"Are the engine mounts in good shape? Diesels vibrate. The mounts isolate the vibration from the car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2132.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"os3rb4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"My car is vibrating whilst idling. Just got the fuel injector replaced by a mechanic, but he said to drive it 100 miles and see if it fixes it. So far driven 40, and still vibrates like hell when idling and engine is hot. What can I do? VW golf 1.6 tdi, mk6 2011. Replaced injector with a aftermarket too.  Is it time.to.sell the car now or will this be fixed after 100 miles?","c_root_id_A":"h6mbty9","c_root_id_B":"h6m4093","created_at_utc_A":1627326835,"created_at_utc_B":1627323420,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"If it was actually the fuel injector, and your mechanic replaced the fuel injector, it wouldn't still be vibrating. It wouldn't take 100 mi to sort out. It would be an instantaneous fix.  You have another problem. It may be a different fuel injector, but my guess would be on a broken or worn engine mount.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like a bad injector.   You have driven 40 miles and if it is not improving,  it is a bad or incompatible injector.  The mechanic should check the codes and rectify.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3415.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"os3rb4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"My car is vibrating whilst idling. Just got the fuel injector replaced by a mechanic, but he said to drive it 100 miles and see if it fixes it. So far driven 40, and still vibrates like hell when idling and engine is hot. What can I do? VW golf 1.6 tdi, mk6 2011. Replaced injector with a aftermarket too.  Is it time.to.sell the car now or will this be fixed after 100 miles?","c_root_id_A":"h6lynsb","c_root_id_B":"h6m4093","created_at_utc_A":1627321105,"created_at_utc_B":1627323420,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Are the engine mounts in good shape? Diesels vibrate. The mounts isolate the vibration from the car.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like a bad injector.   You have driven 40 miles and if it is not improving,  it is a bad or incompatible injector.  The mechanic should check the codes and rectify.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2315.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"os3rb4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"My car is vibrating whilst idling. Just got the fuel injector replaced by a mechanic, but he said to drive it 100 miles and see if it fixes it. So far driven 40, and still vibrates like hell when idling and engine is hot. What can I do? VW golf 1.6 tdi, mk6 2011. Replaced injector with a aftermarket too.  Is it time.to.sell the car now or will this be fixed after 100 miles?","c_root_id_A":"h6lynsb","c_root_id_B":"h6mbty9","created_at_utc_A":1627321105,"created_at_utc_B":1627326835,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Are the engine mounts in good shape? Diesels vibrate. The mounts isolate the vibration from the car.","human_ref_B":"If it was actually the fuel injector, and your mechanic replaced the fuel injector, it wouldn't still be vibrating. It wouldn't take 100 mi to sort out. It would be an instantaneous fix.  You have another problem. It may be a different fuel injector, but my guess would be on a broken or worn engine mount.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5730.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"wjiqyk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Where can I get an engine? I had a guy come look at my car and he said that all 4 cylinders are misfiring and my head gasket is blown. He told me I need a new engine or at least one that is used and the timing belt was replaced at 100,000 miles. Where can I get one that is cost effective and good? A new one from the dealership, base price with no taxes is $6,400. I\u2019ve been thinking about getting a new car entirely but I love my Subie so much and I just spent $500 on her. Any tips? What is the best route to take? If there are places I can get an engine, what are the best ones? Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"ijhmjz6","c_root_id_B":"ijhjw0s","created_at_utc_A":1659990959,"created_at_utc_B":1659989880,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Lol after the first line I was like, \"its a subaru isnt it\". Fellow 06 impreza owner here. The good news is that the engines are pretty cheap and easy to replace. I personally would be looking at local junkyards if possible to save money on any shipping costs. Shipping an engine like that could double what you pay for it in todays age. Before you go out shelling for a new engine, is it possible that the engine may just need a new head gasket? Older subarus are WELL known for their head gasket issues and a head gasket issue can easily cause these misfires you're having. At the very minimum I would do a compression test on the cylinders, but this may tell you nothing if the head gasket is bad. But if it somehow passes compression, then there is a decent chance you don't need a new engine at all. I would get a new engine lined up but not purchased, have the old engine removed and have its head gaskets replaced and then a compression test run before putting it back in. If it fails, get the new engine.","human_ref_B":"I am a fan of car-part.com. It's an online searchable database for parts from junkyards across the country.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1079.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"wqcg86","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Bought my 1st manual car, did I get screwed? Hi guys. So I bought my first ever car yesterday (manual), a 2007 Honda Civic Si Coupe, and I'm in a sticky situation here and was wondering if you guys could share your input.  I'm a broke college student with little experience with cars but with insane desire and enthusiasm to learn cars and learn how to drive manual. So after searching months for a manual 8th gen Si that hasn't been beat to hell or riced out to the max, and finally came across 1 out of state from a **private seller**. I got the VIN & ran both CarFax and Autocheck and didn't see any red flags except for 2 rear-end crashes with minor damage to rear bumper, but still drivable and intact with airbags. So off I went with half of my savings in cash. Once I arrived, the car was in a particularly great condition, no Honda clear coat peeling, no rust, and no 3rd gear grind (which is hard to come by in an 8th gen Si) so we immediately took it for a test drive. Considering this was my first manual car, I let the seller test drive with me in the passenger seat. Overall, the test drive was excellent, he went through all the gears and had no issues. After the test drive, I was told a few issues with the car the main one being that the AC only works sometimes and that I only needed an AC clutch to get it running again. He also offered to give me a quick lesson on driving a manual and was very friendly and informative with the questions I asked. Additionally, he told me the car had **BRAND NEW CLUTCH** & brakes as well as a full greddy exhaust system (which sounded AMAZING before things started going bad)  To my non-experienced eyes which very little knowledge in cars, everything looked okay and the foreseeable repair costs would be small. I also asked if there was anything else wrong with the car to which I was told that the engine and transmission are in great condition and the AC clutch issue, nothing else.  So we negotiate and we settled on $5900 which at that time was a great price. Unfortunately, after I finished getting insurance & registration , I had taken the car for an inspection which I was bombarded with huge issues.  1st, the **AC compressor was completely out**, not just the AC clutch. I was quoted 400$ for part + labor for the replacement.  2nd, I realized the day after I bought the car the horn wasn't working. When mechanics took a look at it, **apparently both airbags were deployed and the ENTIRE module needed to be replaced** and reprogrammed which includes like 4-5 separate parts, I was told I needed to replace ALL of those. I was quoted 2k-3k$ for that. It seems like the car was involved in a frontal crash which wasn't reported at all. The incidents listed on the Carfax & Autocheck shows no airbag deployment.   At this point I was pretty much flabbergasted, as I did not expect all of these issues. So I decided to pass on repairing until I got back to my home-state. I started driving back but within a mile I started to smell some burning plastic (which turned out to be the smell from the clutch). And within 2 minutes, the car wouldn't accelerate as I lifted the clutch and gave some gas, the RPMs were going up but the car barely accelerated. I brought the car back to the mechanics and they test drove it and found out **the BRAND NEW CLUTCH with supposedly 100 miles on it was burnt to its bones** and that I needed a new clutch, which I was quoted 1.5k.  At that point the car was barely drivable and there was no question that this car wasn't coming back with me today. That was around 7PM so most shops were closing down. I just ended up leaving the car with the mechanic who told me that he'll get a price for me tomorrow.   The situation with the clutch is what gets me though. I was told the clutch had **100 MILES** on it and was replaced **less than 2 months ago**. Although I stalled a few times while practicing in the parking lot and driving a mile to the mechanics, in no way did I \"ride\" the clutch the entire time. And even if so, 2 of my irl friends have told me that a new clutch wouldn't burn to crisp even if I was riding the clutch for a few miles (Please correct me if I'm wrong). Now if I didn't burn the clutch and it truly was a new clutch, what the hell could've possibly happened during a 1 mile route to the mechanic shop?  So the car with barely any issues turned out as a cracked bucket leaking money like hell.   Now as anyone would, I started to question if I was basically screwed with, so I gave a visit to the seller hoping to get some explanation. Unfortunately, he wasn't much help as he simply denied knowing these issues and that he's not a mechanic. When questioned about the clutch, he pulled up a receipt of the new clutch he bought and directly called his mechanic to verify that it was installed less than 2 months ago. As for the airbags, he said he knew the sensors were on but didn't know they were deployed at some point, and questioned why I didn't ask about it earlier. I understand that I should've asked for some more info and that I was careless, but during the time of test drive I was just blown away by the sounds & the snappiness to the point where I didn't properly examine the car. Then the seller started questioning the quotes I got from the mechanic earlier and told me that THE MECHANICS were screwing me for money. He also said that his clutch replacement was 200$ + 700$ in labor and exaggerated that this was only a Honda, and that even if the engine blew, it wouldn't cost more than 3k to repair the entire thing.   Now at this point I'm just completely lost and have no idea what I have to do next. The seller felt genuine from the start, answering any questions over text within 20 minutes, was super friendly and even gave me a lesson on manuals. He even gave me an aftermarket header to put on once I get familiar with cars and get a tune. Unfortunately, he refused to compensate me for any repairs that needed to be done, which I totally understand from his standpoint if he is really telling the truth.  Based on everything I said, was I basically screwed? Or is the mechanic shop trying to screw me?  I was absolutely shattered when I found out about all these issues. I've been vigorously searching for an 8th gen Si for months and I fell in love with that K20 the first minute of the test drive. I really really wanted this car.  **If you were in my situation, what would you guys do?** I'm currently losing hope and when I hear the price to replace the \"new clutch\" I'll probably pass out. I'm not sure if I should just get the clutch replaced from the original shop or get quotes from different shops, as I don't know how far the car could go with the burnt clutch. I also started my 1st insurance policy which came out to be just under $700\/mo which doesn't help with this at all. As for fixing the AC & airbags, that'll have to be put off for a while.  **TL;DR** bought a manual car from private seller with only 1-2 known issues (ac clutch), took it to a mechanic to find out it has a fucked AC compressor, both airbags deployed and burnt clutch after driving 2-3 miles (did not ride clutch only stalled few times), getting quoted 400 for compressor, 2k for airbag module & program & 1.5k for clutch. who screwed me or did i screw myself? and what would you do in my situation?  Also please correct me if I'm wrong about anything!","c_root_id_A":"ikn7j1m","c_root_id_B":"ikn4lez","created_at_utc_A":1660736791,"created_at_utc_B":1660735032,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"$700 per month for insurance sounds really high. Get some quotes from other companies. Maybe it\u2019s your age, driving history, type of car, etc but jeeze that\u2019s a lot.","human_ref_B":"Try to find different repair quotes from other garages, and buy your own parts and give it to the garage to replace. I'm talking about the clutch, and AC. Airbags you can think about at another time as the repair work is massive. I know airbags are important, but you can go by without them.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1759.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wqcg86","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Bought my 1st manual car, did I get screwed? Hi guys. So I bought my first ever car yesterday (manual), a 2007 Honda Civic Si Coupe, and I'm in a sticky situation here and was wondering if you guys could share your input.  I'm a broke college student with little experience with cars but with insane desire and enthusiasm to learn cars and learn how to drive manual. So after searching months for a manual 8th gen Si that hasn't been beat to hell or riced out to the max, and finally came across 1 out of state from a **private seller**. I got the VIN & ran both CarFax and Autocheck and didn't see any red flags except for 2 rear-end crashes with minor damage to rear bumper, but still drivable and intact with airbags. So off I went with half of my savings in cash. Once I arrived, the car was in a particularly great condition, no Honda clear coat peeling, no rust, and no 3rd gear grind (which is hard to come by in an 8th gen Si) so we immediately took it for a test drive. Considering this was my first manual car, I let the seller test drive with me in the passenger seat. Overall, the test drive was excellent, he went through all the gears and had no issues. After the test drive, I was told a few issues with the car the main one being that the AC only works sometimes and that I only needed an AC clutch to get it running again. He also offered to give me a quick lesson on driving a manual and was very friendly and informative with the questions I asked. Additionally, he told me the car had **BRAND NEW CLUTCH** & brakes as well as a full greddy exhaust system (which sounded AMAZING before things started going bad)  To my non-experienced eyes which very little knowledge in cars, everything looked okay and the foreseeable repair costs would be small. I also asked if there was anything else wrong with the car to which I was told that the engine and transmission are in great condition and the AC clutch issue, nothing else.  So we negotiate and we settled on $5900 which at that time was a great price. Unfortunately, after I finished getting insurance & registration , I had taken the car for an inspection which I was bombarded with huge issues.  1st, the **AC compressor was completely out**, not just the AC clutch. I was quoted 400$ for part + labor for the replacement.  2nd, I realized the day after I bought the car the horn wasn't working. When mechanics took a look at it, **apparently both airbags were deployed and the ENTIRE module needed to be replaced** and reprogrammed which includes like 4-5 separate parts, I was told I needed to replace ALL of those. I was quoted 2k-3k$ for that. It seems like the car was involved in a frontal crash which wasn't reported at all. The incidents listed on the Carfax & Autocheck shows no airbag deployment.   At this point I was pretty much flabbergasted, as I did not expect all of these issues. So I decided to pass on repairing until I got back to my home-state. I started driving back but within a mile I started to smell some burning plastic (which turned out to be the smell from the clutch). And within 2 minutes, the car wouldn't accelerate as I lifted the clutch and gave some gas, the RPMs were going up but the car barely accelerated. I brought the car back to the mechanics and they test drove it and found out **the BRAND NEW CLUTCH with supposedly 100 miles on it was burnt to its bones** and that I needed a new clutch, which I was quoted 1.5k.  At that point the car was barely drivable and there was no question that this car wasn't coming back with me today. That was around 7PM so most shops were closing down. I just ended up leaving the car with the mechanic who told me that he'll get a price for me tomorrow.   The situation with the clutch is what gets me though. I was told the clutch had **100 MILES** on it and was replaced **less than 2 months ago**. Although I stalled a few times while practicing in the parking lot and driving a mile to the mechanics, in no way did I \"ride\" the clutch the entire time. And even if so, 2 of my irl friends have told me that a new clutch wouldn't burn to crisp even if I was riding the clutch for a few miles (Please correct me if I'm wrong). Now if I didn't burn the clutch and it truly was a new clutch, what the hell could've possibly happened during a 1 mile route to the mechanic shop?  So the car with barely any issues turned out as a cracked bucket leaking money like hell.   Now as anyone would, I started to question if I was basically screwed with, so I gave a visit to the seller hoping to get some explanation. Unfortunately, he wasn't much help as he simply denied knowing these issues and that he's not a mechanic. When questioned about the clutch, he pulled up a receipt of the new clutch he bought and directly called his mechanic to verify that it was installed less than 2 months ago. As for the airbags, he said he knew the sensors were on but didn't know they were deployed at some point, and questioned why I didn't ask about it earlier. I understand that I should've asked for some more info and that I was careless, but during the time of test drive I was just blown away by the sounds & the snappiness to the point where I didn't properly examine the car. Then the seller started questioning the quotes I got from the mechanic earlier and told me that THE MECHANICS were screwing me for money. He also said that his clutch replacement was 200$ + 700$ in labor and exaggerated that this was only a Honda, and that even if the engine blew, it wouldn't cost more than 3k to repair the entire thing.   Now at this point I'm just completely lost and have no idea what I have to do next. The seller felt genuine from the start, answering any questions over text within 20 minutes, was super friendly and even gave me a lesson on manuals. He even gave me an aftermarket header to put on once I get familiar with cars and get a tune. Unfortunately, he refused to compensate me for any repairs that needed to be done, which I totally understand from his standpoint if he is really telling the truth.  Based on everything I said, was I basically screwed? Or is the mechanic shop trying to screw me?  I was absolutely shattered when I found out about all these issues. I've been vigorously searching for an 8th gen Si for months and I fell in love with that K20 the first minute of the test drive. I really really wanted this car.  **If you were in my situation, what would you guys do?** I'm currently losing hope and when I hear the price to replace the \"new clutch\" I'll probably pass out. I'm not sure if I should just get the clutch replaced from the original shop or get quotes from different shops, as I don't know how far the car could go with the burnt clutch. I also started my 1st insurance policy which came out to be just under $700\/mo which doesn't help with this at all. As for fixing the AC & airbags, that'll have to be put off for a while.  **TL;DR** bought a manual car from private seller with only 1-2 known issues (ac clutch), took it to a mechanic to find out it has a fucked AC compressor, both airbags deployed and burnt clutch after driving 2-3 miles (did not ride clutch only stalled few times), getting quoted 400 for compressor, 2k for airbag module & program & 1.5k for clutch. who screwed me or did i screw myself? and what would you do in my situation?  Also please correct me if I'm wrong about anything!","c_root_id_A":"ikn4lez","c_root_id_B":"iknm3yu","created_at_utc_A":1660735032,"created_at_utc_B":1660743887,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Try to find different repair quotes from other garages, and buy your own parts and give it to the garage to replace. I'm talking about the clutch, and AC. Airbags you can think about at another time as the repair work is massive. I know airbags are important, but you can go by without them.","human_ref_B":"$700\/mo for insurance is batshit. I would expect it to be a little high given you're young, its your first car and its a model commonly stolen, but $700 a month is absolute insanity. Unless you have something on your record it shouldn't be more than $100 a month or so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8855.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wn0l72","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Do most people install mods on their own or have someone do it for you and still be called a \"car guy\"?","c_root_id_A":"ik2ncss","c_root_id_B":"ik2hwsq","created_at_utc_A":1660353517,"created_at_utc_B":1660351013,"score_A":19,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"\"Car guy\" does not necessarily mean you have to work on cars, ever.","human_ref_B":"I have things I want to do to my car myself but then things involving electronics I\u2019d rather leave to the professionals. I don\u2019t have any idea where that fine like of car guy is either.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2504.0,"score_ratio":1.7272727273}
{"post_id":"wn0l72","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Do most people install mods on their own or have someone do it for you and still be called a \"car guy\"?","c_root_id_A":"ik2zz0l","c_root_id_B":"ik2xmdj","created_at_utc_A":1660359491,"created_at_utc_B":1660358319,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Car is a guy who likes cars. Don't even have to own a car.","human_ref_B":"Both!  Car guy (or girl, woman, person, whatever) can mean a lot of different things. But as long as you love cars in one way or another it's all good.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1172.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"v803te","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is charging $200 for replacing cabin and engine air filters normal? Basically title. I\u2019m feeling kind of fleeced. I could do the cabin myself but didn\u2019t have it on hand and was fine with paying a few extra bucks for the convenience, but they charged me $120 labor and $40 per filter.","c_root_id_A":"ibnpxnt","c_root_id_B":"ibnpb0u","created_at_utc_A":1654724062,"created_at_utc_B":1654723759,"score_A":19,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Uhhhhhh no. Not even close","human_ref_B":"Seems a bit steep. I think most higher quality filters are $40-$50, but I doubt that\u2019s what you\u2019re getting.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":303.0,"score_ratio":3.1666666667}
{"post_id":"v803te","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is charging $200 for replacing cabin and engine air filters normal? Basically title. I\u2019m feeling kind of fleeced. I could do the cabin myself but didn\u2019t have it on hand and was fine with paying a few extra bucks for the convenience, but they charged me $120 labor and $40 per filter.","c_root_id_A":"ibnpb0u","c_root_id_B":"ibnx1o0","created_at_utc_A":1654723759,"created_at_utc_B":1654727459,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Seems a bit steep. I think most higher quality filters are $40-$50, but I doubt that\u2019s what you\u2019re getting.","human_ref_B":"What\u2019s the vehicle?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3700.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"v803te","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Is charging $200 for replacing cabin and engine air filters normal? Basically title. I\u2019m feeling kind of fleeced. I could do the cabin myself but didn\u2019t have it on hand and was fine with paying a few extra bucks for the convenience, but they charged me $120 labor and $40 per filter.","c_root_id_A":"ibnx1o0","c_root_id_B":"ibnpz5k","created_at_utc_A":1654727459,"created_at_utc_B":1654724084,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"What\u2019s the vehicle?","human_ref_B":"How many hours of labor did $120 get you? If it's more than one, you overpaid.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3375.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"tt9ecz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Importing a car that is less than 25 years old? I want to import a 1999 toyota altezza. I know there are laws against importing a car to the us that is less than 25 years old but, could i import it to the us then have it sit until it is 25 years old?","c_root_id_A":"i2wxfxq","c_root_id_B":"i2wizd3","created_at_utc_A":1648768915,"created_at_utc_B":1648762835,"score_A":26,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"The Toyota Altezza was sold in NA as the Lexus IS series, better off to just buy one of those and save the hassle.","human_ref_B":"From what I understand is there are two options. One is \"Show and Shine\", where you get 5k miles to \"drive to car shows\". The other option is just not driving it on the street. I believe as long as you bring it in legally, you can make it street legal when the time comes. Laws vary state to state so make sure you do your research.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6080.0,"score_ratio":3.7142857143}
{"post_id":"tt9ecz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Importing a car that is less than 25 years old? I want to import a 1999 toyota altezza. I know there are laws against importing a car to the us that is less than 25 years old but, could i import it to the us then have it sit until it is 25 years old?","c_root_id_A":"i2wxfxq","c_root_id_B":"i2wqirl","created_at_utc_A":1648768915,"created_at_utc_B":1648765925,"score_A":26,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"The Toyota Altezza was sold in NA as the Lexus IS series, better off to just buy one of those and save the hassle.","human_ref_B":"Cars to be legalized under the 25 year law cannot be brought into the country until they are older than 25 years. Cars in the US prior to their 25 year exemption coming up do not qualify to be legalized under the rule.      Other exemptions to allow importation generally require the vehicle to be of limited number or prominence (race cars with history, prototype, etc)      A Toyota altezza not being a rare vehicle production wise, will not qualify for show n shine. Either wait a few more years before trying or buy it and store it somewhere off shore until it can be legally imported.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2990.0,"score_ratio":3.7142857143}
{"post_id":"ww6zjc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Why do car air conditioning systems have an option for feet + windshield and feet + face but not face + windshield? Is there something about the mechanics that makes a face + windshield option not possible?","c_root_id_A":"iljq3st","c_root_id_B":"ilkjwz8","created_at_utc_A":1661310807,"created_at_utc_B":1661331011,"score_A":4,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"I too have always wondered this. I have to assume its a cost cutting option to do with the mechanism which switches the vent position.","human_ref_B":"It is a mechanical valve that rotates through positions. If the face and windshield positions are separated by the foot position, the two can never be combined.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20204.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"ww6zjc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Why do car air conditioning systems have an option for feet + windshield and feet + face but not face + windshield? Is there something about the mechanics that makes a face + windshield option not possible?","c_root_id_A":"iljpcmb","c_root_id_B":"ilkjwz8","created_at_utc_A":1661310436,"created_at_utc_B":1661331011,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"What you are describing is for heating, and heat rises.  So in the winter when you defrost your windshield and put heat on your feet, the heat rises from the foot well area and heats your body as well.  Atleast this is the only conclusion I can think of.","human_ref_B":"It is a mechanical valve that rotates through positions. If the face and windshield positions are separated by the foot position, the two can never be combined.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20575.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"ww6zjc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Why do car air conditioning systems have an option for feet + windshield and feet + face but not face + windshield? Is there something about the mechanics that makes a face + windshield option not possible?","c_root_id_A":"iljq3st","c_root_id_B":"iljpcmb","created_at_utc_A":1661310807,"created_at_utc_B":1661310436,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I too have always wondered this. I have to assume its a cost cutting option to do with the mechanism which switches the vent position.","human_ref_B":"What you are describing is for heating, and heat rises.  So in the winter when you defrost your windshield and put heat on your feet, the heat rises from the foot well area and heats your body as well.  Atleast this is the only conclusion I can think of.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":371.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"y3i2at","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Will I notice a difference in ride quality (softness) after swapping my current 225x45xr17 tires for 215\/55r16? I'm trying to make my car ride softer and I'm wondering if the extra 17.25mm (0.68 inch) of tire profile will make a noticeable difference? The car is Elantra 2022. Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"is8sp4s","c_root_id_B":"is8u7lq","created_at_utc_A":1665717074,"created_at_utc_B":1665717852,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Going from 205\/40\/17 to 195\/45\/16 made a noticeable difference on my car. When I was choosing the new tires, I also read a bunch of reviews and chose tires that scored high on \"comfort\", which may help as well.","human_ref_B":"that may not sound like a lot distance wise, but realize that's about a 16% increase of tire to wheel distance that's acting as a spring and damper you didn't have before.   I've definitely felt going down in wheel sizes has yielded more comfort personally.      but your tire choice will also play a big factor here.. going down a wheel size and installing tires with stiffer sidewalls (sport tires, runflats, etc) definitely isn't going to help your ride","labels":0,"seconds_difference":778.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"y3i2at","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Will I notice a difference in ride quality (softness) after swapping my current 225x45xr17 tires for 215\/55r16? I'm trying to make my car ride softer and I'm wondering if the extra 17.25mm (0.68 inch) of tire profile will make a noticeable difference? The car is Elantra 2022. Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"is91um6","c_root_id_B":"is8sp4s","created_at_utc_A":1665722264,"created_at_utc_B":1665717074,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"These things will help in order:  - New softer suspension  - Tire pressure set to what is listed on the door jamb, not any higher  - Quality brand name tires known for reduced road noise and ride quality (check tire rack for reviews). They won't be cheap. When in doubt Michelin is probably at the top of the tire game right now   - Switching from a 17\" to 16\" wheel","human_ref_B":"Going from 205\/40\/17 to 195\/45\/16 made a noticeable difference on my car. When I was choosing the new tires, I also read a bunch of reviews and chose tires that scored high on \"comfort\", which may help as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5190.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"y3i2at","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Will I notice a difference in ride quality (softness) after swapping my current 225x45xr17 tires for 215\/55r16? I'm trying to make my car ride softer and I'm wondering if the extra 17.25mm (0.68 inch) of tire profile will make a noticeable difference? The car is Elantra 2022. Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"is9ubgy","c_root_id_B":"is8sp4s","created_at_utc_A":1665744718,"created_at_utc_B":1665717074,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Will those wheels fit over your brakes?","human_ref_B":"Going from 205\/40\/17 to 195\/45\/16 made a noticeable difference on my car. When I was choosing the new tires, I also read a bunch of reviews and chose tires that scored high on \"comfort\", which may help as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27644.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"y3i2at","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Will I notice a difference in ride quality (softness) after swapping my current 225x45xr17 tires for 215\/55r16? I'm trying to make my car ride softer and I'm wondering if the extra 17.25mm (0.68 inch) of tire profile will make a noticeable difference? The car is Elantra 2022. Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"is9lwii","c_root_id_B":"is9ubgy","created_at_utc_A":1665737818,"created_at_utc_B":1665744718,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"All else being equal, the extra sidewall will definitely make a difference.","human_ref_B":"Will those wheels fit over your brakes?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6900.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"y3i2at","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Will I notice a difference in ride quality (softness) after swapping my current 225x45xr17 tires for 215\/55r16? I'm trying to make my car ride softer and I'm wondering if the extra 17.25mm (0.68 inch) of tire profile will make a noticeable difference? The car is Elantra 2022. Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"isa112g","c_root_id_B":"is9lwii","created_at_utc_A":1665748931,"created_at_utc_B":1665737818,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You realize you'll need different wheels, yes?","human_ref_B":"All else being equal, the extra sidewall will definitely make a difference.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11113.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u6c854","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Dumb question: how do I use the transfer case shifter? I just bought a used 2000 Montero Sport. It\u2019s 4WD with a 2H, 4H and 4L shift lever. My last 4WD vehicle was a Tacoma with a dial selector for 4WD, so I\u2019ve never used the old school transfer case shifter before. The guy I bought it from was shifting through the gears smooth as butter, but I can\u2019t seem to do it. What am I doing wrong? I usually get it to 4H, but I can\u2019t find 4L for the life of me.","c_root_id_A":"i57dqqw","c_root_id_B":"i57g6sm","created_at_utc_A":1650287718,"created_at_utc_B":1650288897,"score_A":2,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"Is the truck in neutral when you're shifting the tcase?","human_ref_B":"4L requires you to be stopped, and in neutral. Please don't try shifting the transfer case while you're moving, you risk major damage that way.   Also, if you were going around a tight corner, where your outside wheels were traveling a longer distance than your inside wheels, there can be tension built up on the driveline, and it won't shift either. Rule of thumb is to shift into 4L BEFORE you need it, on a straight line, stopped, in neutral.  Also, NEVER use 4 low on pavement. Or 4 high for that matter. You'll break stuff that way.   Do you have locking hubs? Where you have a little dial on the front wheel to lock in 4 wheel drive?   You can shift from 2wd to 4wd while rolling, at lower speeds. (Under 45ish mph) So say you're in the snow, in 4wd, and you hit a stretch of road that got plowed, or didn't get any snow, you can then hit your clutch, and shift out of 4wd high into 2wd high.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1179.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"z0n3b6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Be honest. How bad is a Fiat 500x? And should I completely stop looking into buying one They\u2019re cute and that\u2019s all. I need to be hit with reality.","c_root_id_A":"ix6mez8","c_root_id_B":"ix6j5tz","created_at_utc_A":1669001251,"created_at_utc_B":1668999595,"score_A":12,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Fiats are great if you sell them before the powertrain warranty runs out.","human_ref_B":"When it comes to cars, what do you value?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1656.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"z0n3b6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Be honest. How bad is a Fiat 500x? And should I completely stop looking into buying one They\u2019re cute and that\u2019s all. I need to be hit with reality.","c_root_id_A":"ix6j5tz","c_root_id_B":"ix6mjkz","created_at_utc_A":1668999595,"created_at_utc_B":1669001318,"score_A":7,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"When it comes to cars, what do you value?","human_ref_B":"Not very powerful, no matter what trim you choose. Fuel economy is just OK when you compare it to other SUVs in it's price range. The RAV4 (just to pick a favorite) is a little bigger and has better fuel economy, more powerful, and is known to be more reliable.  I wanted one too at one point, but they're expensive for what you get, which is essentially an AWD hatchback. I don't think it's bad, but I'm always looking for \"how much more can I get at the same price\".","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1723.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"z0n3b6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Be honest. How bad is a Fiat 500x? And should I completely stop looking into buying one They\u2019re cute and that\u2019s all. I need to be hit with reality.","c_root_id_A":"ix6tmvo","c_root_id_B":"ix70215","created_at_utc_A":1669005122,"created_at_utc_B":1669009132,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I rented one for a roadtrip once. Inoffensive CUV-style ride, amenities were pretty basic and interior seats were roomy but not super comfortable. It\u2019s a very average car inside imo, and power curve feels strange when accelerating on the freeway","human_ref_B":"It's a Chrysler product, so the quality is low.  That platform also has many expensive and unreliable Italian components.  If you like how they drive and think they are cute, which I don't, it's a great car to lease.  I wouldn't advise owning and being responsible for the reliability of one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4010.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"z0n3b6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Be honest. How bad is a Fiat 500x? And should I completely stop looking into buying one They\u2019re cute and that\u2019s all. I need to be hit with reality.","c_root_id_A":"ix70215","c_root_id_B":"ix6o72l","created_at_utc_A":1669009132,"created_at_utc_B":1669002190,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It's a Chrysler product, so the quality is low.  That platform also has many expensive and unreliable Italian components.  If you like how they drive and think they are cute, which I don't, it's a great car to lease.  I wouldn't advise owning and being responsible for the reliability of one.","human_ref_B":"The panda 4x4 in Europe. Those little bastards can climb mountains and keep going. Very good reputation. Here they're called the Fiat 500x. Cheap repairs. I wouldn't mind getting one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6942.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"z0n3b6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Be honest. How bad is a Fiat 500x? And should I completely stop looking into buying one They\u2019re cute and that\u2019s all. I need to be hit with reality.","c_root_id_A":"ix6tmvo","c_root_id_B":"ix6o72l","created_at_utc_A":1669005122,"created_at_utc_B":1669002190,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I rented one for a roadtrip once. Inoffensive CUV-style ride, amenities were pretty basic and interior seats were roomy but not super comfortable. It\u2019s a very average car inside imo, and power curve feels strange when accelerating on the freeway","human_ref_B":"The panda 4x4 in Europe. Those little bastards can climb mountains and keep going. Very good reputation. Here they're called the Fiat 500x. Cheap repairs. I wouldn't mind getting one.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2932.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ouabj6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I have a 2003 4 runner with ABS. The brake pedal goes to the floor now, but still kind of brakes when at full flooring. Brake fluid level is is fine, one caliper has a very slow leak. This happened overnight. What's the issue?","c_root_id_A":"h71543o","c_root_id_B":"h71p5mm","created_at_utc_A":1627609161,"created_at_utc_B":1627619687,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Either a leak or the master cylinder is worn out and not sealing against the foot pressure.","human_ref_B":"Get your caliper fixed. Start with the obvious issue then go from there. Most likely it pulled air into the system. If fluid is leaking out, that means air can get in and that will absolutely make your pedal drop to the floor","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10526.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"x3vbxv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why is my 2000 dodge neon overheating? My dad drove this car for about 4 years, it has 200k miles on it. It started consuming water and overheating at one point so my dad parked it, expecting it would be a head gasket job. Eventually I got around to working on it myself, i\u2019ve replaced the head gasket, water pump, thermostat, and radiator cap and it\u2019s still overheating. I have noticed it seems to only overheat when the AC is turned on, but it also consumes water so eventually it overheats no matter what. There are no visible water leaks, radiator and condenser fins seem okay, really scratching our heads with this one.","c_root_id_A":"imrs2gr","c_root_id_B":"imsrmqc","created_at_utc_A":1662106425,"created_at_utc_B":1662127865,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Check the passenger footwell, could be a heater core leaking. Also, some coolant leaks aren't very noticeable, it's best to check with a tool that can pressurize the system with the car off.  Also, did you check to make sure the heads\/block were straight? Warpage can prevent sealing, and won't be obvious unless you check for it.","human_ref_B":"If a 2000 Neon is doing anything at all in 2022, you're already ahead.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21440.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"x3vbxv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why is my 2000 dodge neon overheating? My dad drove this car for about 4 years, it has 200k miles on it. It started consuming water and overheating at one point so my dad parked it, expecting it would be a head gasket job. Eventually I got around to working on it myself, i\u2019ve replaced the head gasket, water pump, thermostat, and radiator cap and it\u2019s still overheating. I have noticed it seems to only overheat when the AC is turned on, but it also consumes water so eventually it overheats no matter what. There are no visible water leaks, radiator and condenser fins seem okay, really scratching our heads with this one.","c_root_id_A":"imruu9f","c_root_id_B":"imsrmqc","created_at_utc_A":1662108789,"created_at_utc_B":1662127865,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Disconnect heater hoses block dose not warp did you replace head bolts? If not you need to replace bolts and head gasket again","human_ref_B":"If a 2000 Neon is doing anything at all in 2022, you're already ahead.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19076.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"x3vbxv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why is my 2000 dodge neon overheating? My dad drove this car for about 4 years, it has 200k miles on it. It started consuming water and overheating at one point so my dad parked it, expecting it would be a head gasket job. Eventually I got around to working on it myself, i\u2019ve replaced the head gasket, water pump, thermostat, and radiator cap and it\u2019s still overheating. I have noticed it seems to only overheat when the AC is turned on, but it also consumes water so eventually it overheats no matter what. There are no visible water leaks, radiator and condenser fins seem okay, really scratching our heads with this one.","c_root_id_A":"imrs2gr","c_root_id_B":"imsy9l8","created_at_utc_A":1662106425,"created_at_utc_B":1662130539,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Check the passenger footwell, could be a heater core leaking. Also, some coolant leaks aren't very noticeable, it's best to check with a tool that can pressurize the system with the car off.  Also, did you check to make sure the heads\/block were straight? Warpage can prevent sealing, and won't be obvious unless you check for it.","human_ref_B":"I expected this to be another post of, \"I replaced the head gasket and painted the head so it is rebuilt\". But it does sound like you did it correctly so I am really sorry that you got those results. It is a lot of work to do and then still keep having the same issue.   If the head was checked for cracks and milled straight then the issue probably lies in the block, it may have cracked. I was going to suggest going over the cooling system very carefully, but if you are still using water then it isn't the cooling system at fault here at the moment. The problem is what caused the failure in the first place? It overheated first for it to blow the head gasket. So THAT may have been in the cooling system. It sounds like if you are determined to get this thing running, you need to take it out, send it to the machine shop to check for cracks and I have a feeling that will be the end result. Whether you choose to find another one and hope it hasn't blown up yet, is up to you. Those engines were horrific at best.   If that car is in decent shape, maybe swap something else into it? Huge project but the end results could be interesting.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":24114.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"x3vbxv","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why is my 2000 dodge neon overheating? My dad drove this car for about 4 years, it has 200k miles on it. It started consuming water and overheating at one point so my dad parked it, expecting it would be a head gasket job. Eventually I got around to working on it myself, i\u2019ve replaced the head gasket, water pump, thermostat, and radiator cap and it\u2019s still overheating. I have noticed it seems to only overheat when the AC is turned on, but it also consumes water so eventually it overheats no matter what. There are no visible water leaks, radiator and condenser fins seem okay, really scratching our heads with this one.","c_root_id_A":"imsy9l8","c_root_id_B":"imruu9f","created_at_utc_A":1662130539,"created_at_utc_B":1662108789,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I expected this to be another post of, \"I replaced the head gasket and painted the head so it is rebuilt\". But it does sound like you did it correctly so I am really sorry that you got those results. It is a lot of work to do and then still keep having the same issue.   If the head was checked for cracks and milled straight then the issue probably lies in the block, it may have cracked. I was going to suggest going over the cooling system very carefully, but if you are still using water then it isn't the cooling system at fault here at the moment. The problem is what caused the failure in the first place? It overheated first for it to blow the head gasket. So THAT may have been in the cooling system. It sounds like if you are determined to get this thing running, you need to take it out, send it to the machine shop to check for cracks and I have a feeling that will be the end result. Whether you choose to find another one and hope it hasn't blown up yet, is up to you. Those engines were horrific at best.   If that car is in decent shape, maybe swap something else into it? Huge project but the end results could be interesting.","human_ref_B":"Disconnect heater hoses block dose not warp did you replace head bolts? If not you need to replace bolts and head gasket again","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21750.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"wkkxzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Odometer mess with my new used car. Did I screw myself over? I bought a used 2002 focus wagon this past Sunday, I love it already! It's only done 113k miles and came with full service history.  So the guy I bought it from got it at 110k-ish and swapped out the gauge cluster with a different ford one that has a tachometer (useful in a m\/t). The new cluster had 175k when he swapped them, I've got timestamped pictures of both gauge clusters before and after the swap.  I took the car for emissions yesterday in order to get it registered and I didn't realize they note down mileage. At the third party DMV, the lady said \"you know this isn't the actual mileage right?\" That's when I realized I may have messed up and now the title will probably show a random jump of ~60k.   Is this what will happen? Can this deem the car title a restore rather than a clean one? Should I, and is there anyway I can fix it now?  Thank you for reading!  TLDR: passed emissions with a custom gauge cluster with a higher mileage than stock. Will this affect my title?","c_root_id_A":"ijo5b0h","c_root_id_B":"ijodd0u","created_at_utc_A":1660100511,"created_at_utc_B":1660104598,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Odo discrepancy can affect value on car fax. Had a friend with an m3 with low mileage and the dealer didn't believe it and did some sort of \"adjustment\"  If the +60k mileage got reported, then it'll limit buyers. Big difference between someone wanting to buy a car with 110k vs 170k","human_ref_B":"I have a 34 year old Chevy Cavalier that has a mileage discrepancy on it, so I have a little experience here.  In my case, the VSS (vehicle speed sensor) was bad and it was displaying 120mph when you were actually going 15-20 -- with a corresponding faster odometer increase.  Drive 1 mile and it registered 10 on the odometer, I believe!!  I bought it with \"180,000\" but believe it was actually closer to 100,000 in reality.  Very similar to your situation.  The discrepancy didn't phase me whatsoever.  A total non-issue to me.  If this was a newer vehicle or if it was a highly-sought-after vehicle I'd be concerned.  However, you have a 20 year old car that that, frankly, will never be a Barret-Jackson 6-figure numbers-matching auction special (I'm in the same boat with my Cavalier :) ).    Once you hit that kind of age, the miles don't matter nearly as much as the condition of the car (barring edge cases - a 35 year old car with 10,000 miles on it can be a big deal for some people -- similarly a 35 year old car with a million miles on it will have its own set of fans.  Both extremes can raise the price)  you have 60,000 miles discrepancy - spread out over 20 years would be an additional 3000 miles per year, which is nothing to most people.  In this case a 110,000 mile, 20 year old car is averaging 5500 miles per year, and a 170,000 mile 20 year old car is averaging 8500 miles per year.  NOTHING.  I wouldn't worry about it.  Document the swap and mileage difference (save your receipts for it) and enjoy the car.  When it comes time to sell it, it'll be a 250,000 mile, 30 year old car and all you have to do is say the cluster was swapped with a 60K discrepancy and here's the receipt.  Heck, at that age, bluebook values no longer exist anyway and you will have to use comparable sales to determine value anyway.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4087.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"wkkxzf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Odometer mess with my new used car. Did I screw myself over? I bought a used 2002 focus wagon this past Sunday, I love it already! It's only done 113k miles and came with full service history.  So the guy I bought it from got it at 110k-ish and swapped out the gauge cluster with a different ford one that has a tachometer (useful in a m\/t). The new cluster had 175k when he swapped them, I've got timestamped pictures of both gauge clusters before and after the swap.  I took the car for emissions yesterday in order to get it registered and I didn't realize they note down mileage. At the third party DMV, the lady said \"you know this isn't the actual mileage right?\" That's when I realized I may have messed up and now the title will probably show a random jump of ~60k.   Is this what will happen? Can this deem the car title a restore rather than a clean one? Should I, and is there anyway I can fix it now?  Thank you for reading!  TLDR: passed emissions with a custom gauge cluster with a higher mileage than stock. Will this affect my title?","c_root_id_A":"ijodux3","c_root_id_B":"ijo5b0h","created_at_utc_A":1660104868,"created_at_utc_B":1660100511,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It depends on your state\/local laws. My state says that anything 10 years or older is exempt from odometer accuracy. If you check the title it just says \u201cexempt\u201d. That said, I\u2019ve been told it\u2019s up to the clerk who enters the information at the time of titling on whether or not the mileage still gets reported. I\u2019ve seen some CarFax reports for cars well over 10 years old where one instance CarFax says \u201cmileage not reported\u201d or something similar, then the more recent registration in the same state will have a believable mileage.   As far as your situation goes, I can\u2019t offer much advice. If you\u2019ve already been to the DMV and all paperwork has been submitted, I imagine it\u2019d be easier to pull shark\u2019s teeth than getting the \u201cerror\u201d corrected. I\u2019m sure there\u2019s a process for having errors corrected, such as this one, but there will be plenty of bureaucratic hoops to jump through to make it happen.","human_ref_B":"Odo discrepancy can affect value on car fax. Had a friend with an m3 with low mileage and the dealer didn't believe it and did some sort of \"adjustment\"  If the +60k mileage got reported, then it'll limit buyers. Big difference between someone wanting to buy a car with 110k vs 170k","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4357.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xai3om","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Are three cylinder engines less reliable than four cylinder engines? This is the first time that I've had a three cylinder engine car and the car is seven years old but with less than 50,000 miles on it. However, I noticed that it has a tendency to want to shut off at idle. I did have the engine die once and the service technician did not know why this happened for a car with such low mileage. I recently had it serviced and was told that everything was fine now.","c_root_id_A":"inuidiu","c_root_id_B":"intwqwb","created_at_utc_A":1662812347,"created_at_utc_B":1662795345,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The biggest issue you see between the two is the balancing of the engine. You have weight from the pistons rising and falling and just doing their jobs. In a 4 cylinder you have two go up and two go down working to balance each other out. In a 3 cylinder it's not as well balanced and can feel rougher. That's really the only thing that's going to affect reliability differently. It may cause slightly more wear on things as it's not as smooth. But I'd say it's pretty negligible.","human_ref_B":"Short answer:  Three cylinder engines aren't inherently less reliable than four cylinder engines and I don't think that your stalling issue is related to your engine configuration.  Stalling off idle can be the result of a dirty air or fuel filter, both issues potentially solved by giving the car a good service. If the error persists, you can ask any workshop to check for codes via the on-board diagnostic system (OBD).    Long answer: Personally I recently bought a new to me (secondhand) Focus Focus as a family car. I had the choice between two 125HP engines: a normally aspirated four cylinder 1.6 and a turbocharged three cylinder 1.0.  In theory the 1.6 should be more reliable  * No turbo, intercooler or stop\/start system = less things to go wrong  * Lower specific output (I.e. power per liter) means engine internals are under less stress   * Proven reliable engine design  OTOH the 1.0 EcoBoost produces more torque and consumes significantly less fuel. And in practice the engine has proven itself reliable over the last eight years.  Personally I decided to take a certain 25% fuel saving over an acceptable (IMO) reliabilty risk. The vehicle is pretty new by my standards (2017 with 70k km) and I plan to sell it on before it hits 150k km.  Conversely if I lived off the grid and reliabilty was a matter of life or death I would have chosen an old-school non-turbo four.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17002.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"isztcg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to give gas as I release the clutch when driving stick shift? I've been driving manual for almost a year now, and I've always read on reddit, and on this video as well, that I should completely let off the clutch before adding gas.  I did it exactly like the video in my 09 Si, where I clutch in gas off, clutch off til bite point, clutch completely off, then gas.  But recently, I naturally started to add a tiny bit of throttle simultaneously as I let off the clutch and my shifts have been extremely smooth, as if I were in an auto to say the least.  With this method, I'm actually slipping the clutch for a lot less time as well as opposed to my first method where I would hold it at the bite point for a bit longer vs if I didn't give it throttle.  My question is will this new way of shifting with gas burn the clutch out any more than without gas?","c_root_id_A":"g5bf31j","c_root_id_B":"g5bersp","created_at_utc_A":1600137328,"created_at_utc_B":1600137145,"score_A":11,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes thats how your supposed to do it. Clutches are designed to slip a bit.","human_ref_B":"You\u2019re doing it right","labels":1,"seconds_difference":183.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"qp0efj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you had to turbocharge a car\/truck with an N\/A engine without upgrading the internals, which one would you pick?","c_root_id_A":"hjr2hof","c_root_id_B":"hjqv8fh","created_at_utc_A":1636335539,"created_at_utc_B":1636332106,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Any 5.3 Chevy V8. They've made 7 second quarter mile passes and over 1200hp on stock bottom ends.","human_ref_B":"Honda K series responds well to forced induction, and if you put it in something that isn't a Honda no one can see your shame.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3433.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"qp0efj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"If you had to turbocharge a car\/truck with an N\/A engine without upgrading the internals, which one would you pick?","c_root_id_A":"hjr1x0x","c_root_id_B":"hjr2hof","created_at_utc_A":1636335270,"created_at_utc_B":1636335539,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"LS's are touched by the hand of God.","human_ref_B":"Any 5.3 Chevy V8. They've made 7 second quarter mile passes and over 1200hp on stock bottom ends.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":269.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"d0jbhh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Can I add regular gas to a tank with premium gas? And is synthetic oil good for 5k or 10k miles? So i drive a 2016 camry that i got from the dealership and for some reason my dad and the dealership said to only put premium gas in this car (which i know i\u2019m def getting played bc i don\u2019t know any camry\u2019s that need premium gas). Anyways i\u2019m pretty sure i\u2019m just gunna switch to regular gas but i have 61 miles of premium gas left, is it okay to just fill it with regular gas or should i deplete it as close to 0 as possible before filling it?  ALSO my dad got the car an oil change and it ended up being around like 95 dollars which i\u2019m pretty sure it\u2019s synthetic oil, and the car mechanic said to come back in 5000 miles, but i thought synthetic oil should last 10000 miles?","c_root_id_A":"ez9ugb3","c_root_id_B":"eza04x3","created_at_utc_A":1567789713,"created_at_utc_B":1567792656,"score_A":10,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Gas question first. No reason to use premium. Inside most fuel doors it will say premium if that is recommended. Just fill it up with some regular 85 octane or whatever is near you.   Synthetic doesn't break down as quickly as conventional, but my Avalon hybrid is a 5k mile intervals and my Lexus SUV is 10k mile intervals. You could always have an oil analysis performed at 5k and see if it still has extra life in it and adjust accordingly.   I'd guess you can go farther, but $100 bucks every 4 or 5 months is cheap insurance for knowing your oil is healthy.","human_ref_B":"Read your owner's manual, it'll tell you what octane rating you need based on engine options. If you put in lower than recommended, you'll wind up getting some engine knock, misfires, and potentially lower fuel economy.   The owner's manual will also have service intervals. If you plan on keeping the car forever, I would suggest doing oil changes and other regular maintenance on the lower end of the scale to preserve reliability.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2943.0,"score_ratio":1.9}
{"post_id":"d0jbhh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Can I add regular gas to a tank with premium gas? And is synthetic oil good for 5k or 10k miles? So i drive a 2016 camry that i got from the dealership and for some reason my dad and the dealership said to only put premium gas in this car (which i know i\u2019m def getting played bc i don\u2019t know any camry\u2019s that need premium gas). Anyways i\u2019m pretty sure i\u2019m just gunna switch to regular gas but i have 61 miles of premium gas left, is it okay to just fill it with regular gas or should i deplete it as close to 0 as possible before filling it?  ALSO my dad got the car an oil change and it ended up being around like 95 dollars which i\u2019m pretty sure it\u2019s synthetic oil, and the car mechanic said to come back in 5000 miles, but i thought synthetic oil should last 10000 miles?","c_root_id_A":"ezadub8","c_root_id_B":"eza8osy","created_at_utc_A":1567799616,"created_at_utc_B":1567796808,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"You should check your owners manual.  I doubt camary's need premium but you shouldn't just switch without knowing.   Once you confirm, you can switch gas\/mix it at any time.  Oil, again check you manual, it will have instructions on when you needed to change oil.","human_ref_B":"Newer Camrys are known to have higher compression ratios for their class, but not worth the difference. I personally have a car in the same class and use premium in the summer and regular 87 in the winter. Mixing them is completely fine for a car like yours or mine.  As for the oil question, check your owners manual or call the dealership for a more exact number, but the dealership I work at tends to just slap 7500 mile stickers on synthetic oil changes on the Japanese cars (we specialize in the German cars so not really our forte outside of having a Mitsubishi tech on staff). 5-10k is definitely a good ballpark number, though.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2808.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"lczwfb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Honda CRV ran out of gas, now CEL is flashing and runs rough - major concern or will it fix itself? My wife was driving home from work today and let her car run completely out of gas. She was able to get department of transportation to come help her off the highway by putting her car in neutral and having them push it with their cars to a side road. During this, my wife said her brakes weren\u2019t working and so to stop her car from rolling forward she threw it into park (car was not being pushed at this time). Afterwards she was able to call roadside assistance and have them fill her car up with enough gas to make it to a gas station to top it off. As soon as she had her tank partially refilled by the roadside assistance, she said her CEL came on and her car was running rough, and it continued like this after she filled at the station and drove it home, and is still doing so now about 4 hours later. Because it\u2019s late we haven\u2019t had a chance to take it anywhere to get any codes, but the CEL is *flashing*, not just a solid light. I\u2019m wondering if maybe some air got into the fuel system, the fuel filter could be full of gunk, or maybe some gunk got into the engine from running out of gas.   Right now I\u2019m trying to layout a good plan of attack for tomorrow. I know you want to avoid driving a flashing CEL car as much as possible so I\u2019d like to avoid needless trips to stores, etc. The car is old (150k miles, 2001) and not worth much, so I\u2019m also wondering what you guys would consider a good \u201ccut off\u201d point for repairs is?","c_root_id_A":"gm3756o","c_root_id_B":"gm365yc","created_at_utc_A":1612506312,"created_at_utc_B":1612505600,"score_A":10,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"No one thinks injectors could be clogged???","human_ref_B":"Flashing CEL = misfire. I agree with the poster who said to check the spark plugs.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":712.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd2wur4","c_root_id_B":"hd2w05r","created_at_utc_A":1631801435,"created_at_utc_B":1631801070,"score_A":14,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re in an interesting place with your Avalon. You just spent \/ need to spend a significant amount of money on an aging car you don\u2019t love. It seems like a money pit, but the items you are addressing are pretty typical for a car with 100k and once replaced, those parts will last another 100k.   If your car has been well maintained for all of its life, the most financially sound decision is to keep driving and maintaining it.   This goes doubly so with the current car market where prices of everything have inflated dramatically.","human_ref_B":"Personally, I look at two things. When does cost of upkeep become like a car payment? When can I no longer rely on the car?  For the first, I'll give my coworker as an example. He bought a 20 year old F-250 with really high mileage because it's \"paid off\" and \"diesels run forever.\" He's sunk about $10k into it in one year of ownership. Constant repairs. Technically, he does own it. For the money he has into it, he could've been making low interest payments on a much newer, nicer, and more reliable truck.   For the second part, I'll use myself. My last car was having frequent issues despite relatively low miles. Several electrical problems meant it wouldn't start for me to get to work. Once it was tainted in my mind as unreliable, I just couldn't drive it anymore. Getting to and from work is 99% of what I need from a car. If I can't trust it to start or get me to and from work, I need to find something reliable.   Just my .02 of course. Good luck with what you decide!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":365.0,"score_ratio":1.5555555556}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd2wur4","c_root_id_B":"hd2wu1x","created_at_utc_A":1631801435,"created_at_utc_B":1631801426,"score_A":14,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re in an interesting place with your Avalon. You just spent \/ need to spend a significant amount of money on an aging car you don\u2019t love. It seems like a money pit, but the items you are addressing are pretty typical for a car with 100k and once replaced, those parts will last another 100k.   If your car has been well maintained for all of its life, the most financially sound decision is to keep driving and maintaining it.   This goes doubly so with the current car market where prices of everything have inflated dramatically.","human_ref_B":"Keep track of the repairs on a spreadsheet and add up the expenses at the end of a year. Divide that by 12 and see if it's cheaper than a car payment (it probably is) then pay yourself that monthly amount in a separate account. If the car needs repairs it comes out of this account, if it doesn't then you let it grow until you have a nice chunk for a down payment. If the car is breaking enough that you're missing work or if it needs a major repair like a transmission then it's time to start car shopping. With the market the way it is now you are better off keeping the Avalon on the road for another year or so. If and when you go for a replacement be sure to factor in the increased insurance costs for a new (or newer) car.   At 100k miles there are probably a lot of wear items that need to be replaced. Spark plugs, filters, belts, fluid changes and brakes are easy DIY jobs that can save you money. Suspension items can be more time consuming but aren't that hard. Look at the owners manual and see what services are recommended around 100k miles, that will give you an idea of what to expect and budget for.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd3b4sz","c_root_id_B":"hd45b1p","created_at_utc_A":1631807257,"created_at_utc_B":1631819442,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I think comparing cost of repairs vs value is a valid way to do it, but a lot of these methods aren't factoring in a few variables:  1.) Are the problems that the car is experiencing becoming more frequent?  2.) Are the problems that the car is experiencing becoming more expensive?  3.) Is the car leaving me stranded more often?  Can I trust it to get me to work?  Can I trust it on a road trip?  How is the reliability of the car affecting my life?  Am I limiting my trips out of fear of a breakdown?  How would a new car within my budget improve things for me?  4.) Are the problems that the car is experiencing safety issues?  Are the wheels going to fall off?  Are the brakes having recurring problems?  How safe is the vehicle?  5.) Do I have faith in the most expensive components of the car?  Have they begun to fail? (Engine internals, transmission)  6.) Have I kept up with proper maintenance of the vehicle?","human_ref_B":"Put it this way. Would you rather stress about a car payment on a new car? Or would you rather stress about the fact that your current car could drain your bank AND leave you stranded?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12185.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd3wvfz","c_root_id_B":"hd45b1p","created_at_utc_A":1631815996,"created_at_utc_B":1631819442,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I just rebuilt the motor from my Camry for like 400 bucks all new genuine Aisin\/denso\/Toyota components   Should be good for another 250k if I never change the oil like the po didn't seem to  The suspention kit for all the control arms, inner and outer tie rods, lower ball joints, sway bar end links and rack\/pinion boots is $112 currently  All 4 struts are $242.25  The cv axles various, seals, various mount bushings were as cheap  I'll probably be in less than $4000 for my 96 Camry that I won't have to worry about for a long time that will get me 31 mpg and from point a to b in cold ac  I don't but a car and hope it doesn't have problems I buy a car to fix all potential problems before I rely on its service","human_ref_B":"Put it this way. Would you rather stress about a car payment on a new car? Or would you rather stress about the fact that your current car could drain your bank AND leave you stranded?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3446.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd4nzwa","c_root_id_B":"hd3wvfz","created_at_utc_A":1631827109,"created_at_utc_B":1631815996,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Do you want a one time payment and enjoy a paid off car you don\u2019t love for another 100-130k miles or do you want a short term sale to support a new car you\u2019ll be paying off until 100k miles which would ofcourse, put you right back in this position later?","human_ref_B":"I just rebuilt the motor from my Camry for like 400 bucks all new genuine Aisin\/denso\/Toyota components   Should be good for another 250k if I never change the oil like the po didn't seem to  The suspention kit for all the control arms, inner and outer tie rods, lower ball joints, sway bar end links and rack\/pinion boots is $112 currently  All 4 struts are $242.25  The cv axles various, seals, various mount bushings were as cheap  I'll probably be in less than $4000 for my 96 Camry that I won't have to worry about for a long time that will get me 31 mpg and from point a to b in cold ac  I don't but a car and hope it doesn't have problems I buy a car to fix all potential problems before I rely on its service","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11113.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd4jdkd","c_root_id_B":"hd4nzwa","created_at_utc_A":1631825162,"created_at_utc_B":1631827109,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"For me personally, it's when something breaks, is it a major thing like engine internals or is it some simple bolt-on like a alternator, sensor or some suspension parts? If I gotta take the engine itself apart like say... the timing belt breaks and the valves smack the pistons then most likely I'm looking for something else to drive and calling my guy who buys junk cars and old catalytic converters to come pick up the old car. I have a couple of cars that I really like and want to keep though, if something were to happen to them I'd likely do whatever it took to keep them running but my everyday beaters aren't worth the money and effort of a major repair. Sometimes I get excited when my car breaks because that means it's time to start looking for deals! Not in this market though, right now I'm praying all my stuff holds up for awhile.","human_ref_B":"Do you want a one time payment and enjoy a paid off car you don\u2019t love for another 100-130k miles or do you want a short term sale to support a new car you\u2019ll be paying off until 100k miles which would ofcourse, put you right back in this position later?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1947.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ppdov3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do you personally decide when it\u2019s not worth fixing your car and buying a new one? I have a 2011 Avalon and it\u2019s been in the shop a handful of times now in the past year for both maintenance and repairs. I just did the 100k service which wasn\u2019t cheap and now it seems to need new CV joints, steering rack, and wheel bearings.   I\u2019m not \u201cin love\u201d with the car but it\u2019s a good cruiser I\u2019ll give it that. Wife isn\u2019t thrilled with all this work and I\u2019m on the fence as it\u2019s been slightly higher maintenance than I\u2019d like since I bought it about 30k miles ago.  I know there\u2019s no magic 8ball answer here, but how do you know when it\u2019s time to look for a new car?","c_root_id_A":"hd4nzwa","c_root_id_B":"hd4ncmc","created_at_utc_A":1631827109,"created_at_utc_B":1631826830,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Do you want a one time payment and enjoy a paid off car you don\u2019t love for another 100-130k miles or do you want a short term sale to support a new car you\u2019ll be paying off until 100k miles which would ofcourse, put you right back in this position later?","human_ref_B":"you pull the plug when the repairs are gettimg too much and its cheaper to buy somethimg else...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":279.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"j6ua7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"Is it safe to drive this on the highway? My car was recently hit while it was parked, and a large crack appeared in the bumper. I (dumbly) drove it like this and the whole front right part of the bumper peeled right off on the highway https:\/\/ibb.co\/2h31C0H . I was originally planning on driving a total of about 12 hours on the interstate over the next few days but I don't know how safe it would be to do with this big hole in my car. If its not safe, are there any short term solutions I could implement for just this weekend until I can get it repaired (e.g. duct tape)?","c_root_id_A":"g80pyz0","c_root_id_B":"g80pnob","created_at_utc_A":1602090269,"created_at_utc_B":1602090116,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Duct tape is used often by NASCAR for things like this. Not sure if it comes in a lovely burgundy color though. =o)","human_ref_B":"perfectly fine to drive it that way","labels":1,"seconds_difference":153.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"j6ua7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"Is it safe to drive this on the highway? My car was recently hit while it was parked, and a large crack appeared in the bumper. I (dumbly) drove it like this and the whole front right part of the bumper peeled right off on the highway https:\/\/ibb.co\/2h31C0H . I was originally planning on driving a total of about 12 hours on the interstate over the next few days but I don't know how safe it would be to do with this big hole in my car. If its not safe, are there any short term solutions I could implement for just this weekend until I can get it repaired (e.g. duct tape)?","c_root_id_A":"g80uh82","c_root_id_B":"g80pnob","created_at_utc_A":1602092471,"created_at_utc_B":1602090116,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Keep it under 140 and you should be good","human_ref_B":"perfectly fine to drive it that way","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2355.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"j6ua7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"Is it safe to drive this on the highway? My car was recently hit while it was parked, and a large crack appeared in the bumper. I (dumbly) drove it like this and the whole front right part of the bumper peeled right off on the highway https:\/\/ibb.co\/2h31C0H . I was originally planning on driving a total of about 12 hours on the interstate over the next few days but I don't know how safe it would be to do with this big hole in my car. If its not safe, are there any short term solutions I could implement for just this weekend until I can get it repaired (e.g. duct tape)?","c_root_id_A":"g80ueza","c_root_id_B":"g80uh82","created_at_utc_A":1602092440,"created_at_utc_B":1602092471,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Zip ties if you still have the broken bit","human_ref_B":"Keep it under 140 and you should be good","labels":0,"seconds_difference":31.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t4i97h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How do muffler shops work? Can I bring in my own exhaust for them to install or do I strictly have to buy whatever they offer? Never really modded my cars before but I'm considering to do so when I purchase my next one soon.  I noticed you can buy a wide variety of different exhausts from websites but is that just for people who would install it themselves or something? I couldn't imagine bringing in a whole exhaust system to a shop for them to install.  Also, how do I know a shop would have the specific exhaust I want? Would they just order one if they don't?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"hyyyjjo","c_root_id_B":"hyywk67","created_at_utc_A":1646173500,"created_at_utc_B":1646172719,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I work at a shop, we don\u2019t mind if you bring in your parts we just don\u2019t offer labor or part warranties. A lot of the stuff that customers bring in is cheap ebay shit that breaks in half a year. If you bring stuff in don\u2019t expect a warranty and research the item beforehand.","human_ref_B":"It honestly depends on the shop, but I would say most would probably install one you bring, your modding your own car after all","labels":1,"seconds_difference":781.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"t4i97h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How do muffler shops work? Can I bring in my own exhaust for them to install or do I strictly have to buy whatever they offer? Never really modded my cars before but I'm considering to do so when I purchase my next one soon.  I noticed you can buy a wide variety of different exhausts from websites but is that just for people who would install it themselves or something? I couldn't imagine bringing in a whole exhaust system to a shop for them to install.  Also, how do I know a shop would have the specific exhaust I want? Would they just order one if they don't?  Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"hyywk67","c_root_id_B":"hyyyvxy","created_at_utc_A":1646172719,"created_at_utc_B":1646173636,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"It honestly depends on the shop, but I would say most would probably install one you bring, your modding your own car after all","human_ref_B":"Honestly ask.  Some shops are ok with parts they don\u2019t source, others are not. Work warranty thing.  Personally I bought two mufflers and a cat-Converter I wanted, and asked a shop to make\/bend\/weld a pipe to connect all the dots.   If you\u2019re talking about an off the Shelf system, it\u2019s possible they will. But IMO, it\u2019s just some bolts and rubber hangers to install. Might not even be worth the labor rate at a shop, to try and do yourself.   Worst case you fail halfway thru, and have to drive to the shop anyway with a partial exhaust. If that happens, bring earplugs","labels":0,"seconds_difference":917.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"poun2g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can Brake pads and calipers wear or become thin even if the car isn't used much? My parents hardly drive their car. It is only driven when I am in town. Bought in 2013, it has recently hit 8.5k km. (Yup!). Yesterday my dad took it for servicing and the mechanic said that the brake pads are thin, the calipers as well so it needs a change. I think the mechanic is trying to rip my dad off. It is possible for brakes to thin out or wear that easily? Thank you.","c_root_id_A":"hcza3un","c_root_id_B":"hcz42lm","created_at_utc_A":1631729881,"created_at_utc_B":1631727402,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"8500 km is -a bit- very early, but it is likely the discs get surface rust between each drive if they drive that little, and it could be wearing a lot the first few stops each time - a rusted disc acts as sandpaper on the pads.  Also it is highly likely tat old folks drive very carefully and brake lightly, and that leads to calipers seizing up from not being used, which lead to uneven pad wear - only using the inner pad, for example.  I think it COULD be time, but have a look for yourself before ordering the work done. Shine a flashlight through the wheel and look at the edges of the pads.","human_ref_B":"Maybe, brake pad do no deteriorate with the pass of the years, if they never been changed maybe they need to be changed. Now, calipers don't wear out like that, they usually get seized or start leaking, they NEVER thin out, by the way this mechanic talked take it to another one to check it up or upload some pictures of how the look.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2479.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"ui9pgz","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"this is kinda an odd one but maybe you guys can help? I'm looking to add a 5 speed manual transmission to my 4 speed manual 1993 Hyundai excel.   does anybody know a gearbox that will fit from another car as finding one for an excel is nearly impossible,   or if there is a way to upgrade my current one?     thanks \\^\\^","c_root_id_A":"i7bspyg","c_root_id_B":"i7c7bbq","created_at_utc_A":1651690673,"created_at_utc_B":1651696360,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A 93 Hyundai? My man, just sell it and buy a car with a 5 speed. Gonna be less time and money.","human_ref_B":"Has it got the Mitsubishi 4g15 motor?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5687.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zz3hbx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Anyone know what logo this is? Best photo I could get: https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/kSXyZs0.png","c_root_id_A":"j29cran","c_root_id_B":"j29uu3j","created_at_utc_A":1672417358,"created_at_utc_B":1672424199,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Vauxhall.","human_ref_B":"Vauxhall, which is the branding for Opel in the UK. Opels and Vauxhalls are identical except for badging and front grille design","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6841.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"jwcza4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"Why don\u2019t people drive their main car, instead they drive old cars? What\u2019s the point of owning that special car if you aren\u2019t gonna use it?","c_root_id_A":"gcpkugc","c_root_id_B":"gcpkenq","created_at_utc_A":1605699870,"created_at_utc_B":1605699438,"score_A":13,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Daily driving a classic will tear it up. You have to worry about fender benders, theft, increased wear and of course rust. Most old cars don\u2019t get great gas mileage and don\u2019t have air conditioning and other modern creature comforts. I commute 60miles a day round trip, it\u2019s a boring drive with traffic. If I owned a cool old car I\u2019d rather save it for fun drives on the weekend so I could enjoy the experience.","human_ref_B":"I drive my \u201802 TL as my work commuter\/daily. This is because my Silverado 2500hd can be a pain to park where I work and more expensive to maintain. Plus, the TL is just more comfortable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":432.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"q3tc8a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I\u2019m 15 and getting my first car next year,I need a cheap car that I don\u2019t have to mod as it is illegal to do so where I live,any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"hfuqkb8","c_root_id_B":"hfu7zyx","created_at_utc_A":1633700790,"created_at_utc_B":1633689730,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Every car is a car you don't have to mod. Buy the newest Toyota you can afford.","human_ref_B":"Honda accord- Reliable, comfy and cheap","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11060.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"q3tc8a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I\u2019m 15 and getting my first car next year,I need a cheap car that I don\u2019t have to mod as it is illegal to do so where I live,any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"hfuqkb8","c_root_id_B":"hfu9tpe","created_at_utc_A":1633700790,"created_at_utc_B":1633691140,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Every car is a car you don't have to mod. Buy the newest Toyota you can afford.","human_ref_B":"Illegal as in how?   You don't have to modify any car but you do have to maintain it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9650.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"q3tc8a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I\u2019m 15 and getting my first car next year,I need a cheap car that I don\u2019t have to mod as it is illegal to do so where I live,any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"hfuj63j","c_root_id_B":"hfuqkb8","created_at_utc_A":1633697048,"created_at_utc_B":1633700790,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Lada 1600 is best car","human_ref_B":"Every car is a car you don't have to mod. Buy the newest Toyota you can afford.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3742.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"q3tc8a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I\u2019m 15 and getting my first car next year,I need a cheap car that I don\u2019t have to mod as it is illegal to do so where I live,any recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"hfuj63j","c_root_id_B":"hfu9tpe","created_at_utc_A":1633697048,"created_at_utc_B":1633691140,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Lada 1600 is best car","human_ref_B":"Illegal as in how?   You don't have to modify any car but you do have to maintain it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5908.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"5ny6tx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Engine swaps in california laws? Anyone know what kind of issues of buying an LS RX8 in California? It's my first time buying a swapped out car, and I know cali is known for their strict emissions and all that. some advice would be appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"dcfbh3l","c_root_id_B":"dcfm62l","created_at_utc_A":1484420065,"created_at_utc_B":1484434500,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The emissions inspectors will absolutely know it's not the correct engine. It will fail visual.  The swap would have to be approved by a BAR referee. For a car as new as the RX-8 with an engine as dissimilar as the V8 this is going to be essentially impossible.","human_ref_B":"There's a lot of misinformation in some of these posts.    First off, here's the link to the BAR guidelines. This is a good start.  https:\/\/www.bar.ca.gov\/Industry\/Engine_Change_Guidelines.html  Here's the highlights:  1. If the car was originally a California Emissions car, then Swap motor must be a California emissions motor as well.  2. Motor must be same year or newer.  3. Motor must be from same class of vehicle, I.e. truck to truck car to car etc. No truck motors in a car etc.  4. All emissions gear must be retained on the new swap motor and the chassis its going into.  If a guy is selling a car on CL with a legit BAR inspected swap, they will say it and be more than willing to prove it. They will also want more money for the because it is such a pain in the ass to go through. Most of the swapped cars on CL haven't been BAR'd and have been getting SMOG hookups from shops so they can get registered and skirt the rules.    Tl;dr theres more rules, but it can be done. I wouldn't bat an eye until I saw a BAR sticker and a SMOG test.  Most people on Craigslist are too lazy to go through the process.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14435.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"7doktc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can my engine swapped car pass a California smog test? Hello,  I'm moving to CA in January, driving from Boston, in my 2003 Subaru Forrester. Originally, it had an EJ251 engine, it now has an EJ203. It's a smaller engine that's newer than the original 251. It's got a newish CAT and has passed RI, MA, and NJ emissions testing in the last couple years. The exhaust is pretty new, and if I have to pay to make a change (other than a new engine), that's fine. I've read that engine swap laws are very strict in CA. I'm in no way a car guy.  Am I going to need to buy a new car?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"dpzc9it","c_root_id_B":"dpzbuo8","created_at_utc_A":1510960044,"created_at_utc_B":1510959528,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"High-flow cats do not pass CA smog. You may need to swap that out if you have one installed","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/www.bar.ca.gov\/Industry\/Engine_Change_Guidelines.html","labels":1,"seconds_difference":516.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"7doktc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Can my engine swapped car pass a California smog test? Hello,  I'm moving to CA in January, driving from Boston, in my 2003 Subaru Forrester. Originally, it had an EJ251 engine, it now has an EJ203. It's a smaller engine that's newer than the original 251. It's got a newish CAT and has passed RI, MA, and NJ emissions testing in the last couple years. The exhaust is pretty new, and if I have to pay to make a change (other than a new engine), that's fine. I've read that engine swap laws are very strict in CA. I'm in no way a car guy.  Am I going to need to buy a new car?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"dpzhppn","c_root_id_B":"dpzbuo8","created_at_utc_A":1510967352,"created_at_utc_B":1510959528,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It should technically fail. The EJ203 was not sold in the US and is not specifically approved.","human_ref_B":"https:\/\/www.bar.ca.gov\/Industry\/Engine_Change_Guidelines.html","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7824.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4sxnyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"For ~$500, what is the best way of spending it to maintain the life of my car? (at the Mechanic Shop or possibly DIY) Basically, if you want to maintain the performance of your car, new or old and increase its lifespan, what are the best things to do to it (Besides changing the oil) if you are willing to give ~$500 to a mechanic shop (for non-DIY'ers) or possibly DIY. This is also while the car is in still good running condition but the kms\/miles are starting to rack up.","c_root_id_A":"d5d031f","c_root_id_B":"d5d02y9","created_at_utc_A":1468562562,"created_at_utc_B":1468562556,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Fuel, air and oil filters. Spark plugs. Brake pads and possibly rotors. Maybe injectors cleaned.","human_ref_B":"Other than oil \/ filters, I'd look at: -the belts -the other fluids (brake fluid only lasts so long, and if you have a friend to help is a good diy. Don't get any on the paint) -alignment? May be pricy but could save you from prematurely\/unevenly wearing your tires -cleaning. Clean the inside and outside really well. You can help keep the car newer for longer, plus chicks dig it.  -having a look around with a flashlight once in a while. Grab stuff. Wiggle things. You may find something before it becomes a problem. Also this is free.  -brakes. Make sure the calipers slide easily on their mounts and that the pads are wearing evenly. Fixing something with lube is cheaper than a new rotor  Alternative: take it to a shop, and have them have a look. Then you have a (hopefully short) list of things at least they think needs service. You can then find cheaper \/ a diy way to do it :)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4sxnyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"For ~$500, what is the best way of spending it to maintain the life of my car? (at the Mechanic Shop or possibly DIY) Basically, if you want to maintain the performance of your car, new or old and increase its lifespan, what are the best things to do to it (Besides changing the oil) if you are willing to give ~$500 to a mechanic shop (for non-DIY'ers) or possibly DIY. This is also while the car is in still good running condition but the kms\/miles are starting to rack up.","c_root_id_A":"d5ddmfc","c_root_id_B":"d5d02y9","created_at_utc_A":1468595727,"created_at_utc_B":1468562556,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Simply put, the best value is to do it yourself. Most of the cost at a garage is labor, so your money will go *significantly* farther if you do the work yourself.","human_ref_B":"Other than oil \/ filters, I'd look at: -the belts -the other fluids (brake fluid only lasts so long, and if you have a friend to help is a good diy. Don't get any on the paint) -alignment? May be pricy but could save you from prematurely\/unevenly wearing your tires -cleaning. Clean the inside and outside really well. You can help keep the car newer for longer, plus chicks dig it.  -having a look around with a flashlight once in a while. Grab stuff. Wiggle things. You may find something before it becomes a problem. Also this is free.  -brakes. Make sure the calipers slide easily on their mounts and that the pads are wearing evenly. Fixing something with lube is cheaper than a new rotor  Alternative: take it to a shop, and have them have a look. Then you have a (hopefully short) list of things at least they think needs service. You can then find cheaper \/ a diy way to do it :)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":33171.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sxnyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"For ~$500, what is the best way of spending it to maintain the life of my car? (at the Mechanic Shop or possibly DIY) Basically, if you want to maintain the performance of your car, new or old and increase its lifespan, what are the best things to do to it (Besides changing the oil) if you are willing to give ~$500 to a mechanic shop (for non-DIY'ers) or possibly DIY. This is also while the car is in still good running condition but the kms\/miles are starting to rack up.","c_root_id_A":"d5ddmfc","c_root_id_B":"d5da18f","created_at_utc_A":1468595727,"created_at_utc_B":1468590389,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Simply put, the best value is to do it yourself. Most of the cost at a garage is labor, so your money will go *significantly* farther if you do the work yourself.","human_ref_B":"Non-DIY: I'd possibly have the suspension looked over, or have the trans flushed (if it's auto), definitely have all fluids looked over and flushed.  DIY: Change all fluids, give it a good tuneup, check any suspension components for signs of wear and checkup on the engine (compression test, leakdown test, visual inspection with an endoscope in cylinders and intake runners)","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5338.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sxnyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"For ~$500, what is the best way of spending it to maintain the life of my car? (at the Mechanic Shop or possibly DIY) Basically, if you want to maintain the performance of your car, new or old and increase its lifespan, what are the best things to do to it (Besides changing the oil) if you are willing to give ~$500 to a mechanic shop (for non-DIY'ers) or possibly DIY. This is also while the car is in still good running condition but the kms\/miles are starting to rack up.","c_root_id_A":"d5d47f6","c_root_id_B":"d5ddmfc","created_at_utc_A":1468575776,"created_at_utc_B":1468595727,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I would buy the service manual and tools. That will help keep the car good for many years but also teach you to work on cats for the future!","human_ref_B":"Simply put, the best value is to do it yourself. Most of the cost at a garage is labor, so your money will go *significantly* farther if you do the work yourself.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19951.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4sxnyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"For ~$500, what is the best way of spending it to maintain the life of my car? (at the Mechanic Shop or possibly DIY) Basically, if you want to maintain the performance of your car, new or old and increase its lifespan, what are the best things to do to it (Besides changing the oil) if you are willing to give ~$500 to a mechanic shop (for non-DIY'ers) or possibly DIY. This is also while the car is in still good running condition but the kms\/miles are starting to rack up.","c_root_id_A":"d5ddmfc","c_root_id_B":"d5dc7i1","created_at_utc_A":1468595727,"created_at_utc_B":1468593740,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Simply put, the best value is to do it yourself. Most of the cost at a garage is labor, so your money will go *significantly* farther if you do the work yourself.","human_ref_B":"Depends on the make\/model, year and condition.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1987.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4sxnyj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"For ~$500, what is the best way of spending it to maintain the life of my car? (at the Mechanic Shop or possibly DIY) Basically, if you want to maintain the performance of your car, new or old and increase its lifespan, what are the best things to do to it (Besides changing the oil) if you are willing to give ~$500 to a mechanic shop (for non-DIY'ers) or possibly DIY. This is also while the car is in still good running condition but the kms\/miles are starting to rack up.","c_root_id_A":"d5da18f","c_root_id_B":"d5d47f6","created_at_utc_A":1468590389,"created_at_utc_B":1468575776,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Non-DIY: I'd possibly have the suspension looked over, or have the trans flushed (if it's auto), definitely have all fluids looked over and flushed.  DIY: Change all fluids, give it a good tuneup, check any suspension components for signs of wear and checkup on the engine (compression test, leakdown test, visual inspection with an endoscope in cylinders and intake runners)","human_ref_B":"I would buy the service manual and tools. That will help keep the car good for many years but also teach you to work on cats for the future!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14613.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"y9ewac","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Failed Smog Test, CA, because of aftermarket Catalytic Converter? I'm in some trouble. I bought a car that got an aftermarket  \"front catalytic converter off exhaust manifold.\"  I went to get it smogged and it failed. Edit: it runs great and doesn't make loud sounds, it's just that the smog test didn't read the right official part number and so it needs the Toyota Cat, is what the guy said.  So now I have to order a cat and get it replaced in order for it to pass smog :(   Do local car shops get deals on parts from dealerships? Cats for this 2007 Toyota Camry range from $1,500-$1,600 I'm so sad.   Bought the car for ($4,000)  Bonus info:  It also had a washing machine hose instead of the heavy duty appropriate hose it actually needs. That's what the smog inspector pointed out.  What should I do?","c_root_id_A":"it5gy66","c_root_id_B":"it5fnqg","created_at_utc_A":1666317297,"created_at_utc_B":1666316739,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Selling out of state is an option","human_ref_B":"Also you can check the smog history here to see the last time the passed or failed  https:\/\/www.bar.ca.gov\/services\/vehicle\/pubtstqry.aspx","labels":1,"seconds_difference":558.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"y9ewac","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Failed Smog Test, CA, because of aftermarket Catalytic Converter? I'm in some trouble. I bought a car that got an aftermarket  \"front catalytic converter off exhaust manifold.\"  I went to get it smogged and it failed. Edit: it runs great and doesn't make loud sounds, it's just that the smog test didn't read the right official part number and so it needs the Toyota Cat, is what the guy said.  So now I have to order a cat and get it replaced in order for it to pass smog :(   Do local car shops get deals on parts from dealerships? Cats for this 2007 Toyota Camry range from $1,500-$1,600 I'm so sad.   Bought the car for ($4,000)  Bonus info:  It also had a washing machine hose instead of the heavy duty appropriate hose it actually needs. That's what the smog inspector pointed out.  What should I do?","c_root_id_A":"it5te8w","c_root_id_B":"it5fnqg","created_at_utc_A":1666323126,"created_at_utc_B":1666316739,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Unethical LPT - you can find SMOG shops that will just pass you. About $150 from what I've heard","human_ref_B":"Also you can check the smog history here to see the last time the passed or failed  https:\/\/www.bar.ca.gov\/services\/vehicle\/pubtstqry.aspx","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6387.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ca1xan","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can you help me figure out the differences between two rental cars when it comes to driving in the mountains? Hey, I'm trying to figure out which of two similarly priced car rental options is a better idea. A Nissan Tiida, 1500cc, auto 3-speed + overdrive from 2005 or a Mazda Demio 1300cc, Auto 4-speed from 2007.  The space inside the car doesn't really matter to me as it will be lightly packed, but I'm concerned about driving up winding mountainous roads. From what I gather cc's are the engine's power, but a higher number is only really important when the car is weighed down. Does the low number of gears matter?  Right now I'm leaning towards the Tiida as it's classified as an economy car where the other is compact and has higher ground clearance in case of potholes, but I have no idea if the extra 2 years of age or the lack of gears is going to matter on a long road trip....  Anyone feel like explaining why one or the other might be a better idea?","c_root_id_A":"et5p86h","c_root_id_B":"et64k94","created_at_utc_A":1562482893,"created_at_utc_B":1562503587,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"As others have said they are damn near the same car. Personally I would take the Nissan because it has an appreciable power to weight advantage but its entirely possible the Mazda handles better enough to make up for it. Ultimately they're both tiny and gutless and I expect the drive isn't going to be particularly enjoyable in either vehicle.","human_ref_B":"Engine size (cc) does not necessarily equate to engine power. My civic has a 1800cc engine that makes 140hp, my last civic had a 1800cc engine that made 200hp. The new civics have a 1500cc engine that makes 205hp, and in 1993 the mustang had a 5000cc V8 that also made 205hp.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20694.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4wc2bl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Should I allow my diesel to idle or should I turn it off? Hey guys, I've started driving uber in my ford mondeo which runs the 2.0 duratech diesel, what I was wondering is whether it is healther for the engine once warm to idle for about 2-5min in between rides or should I just turn it off? Fuel consumption isnt a big deal as it uses .8L per hour in idle which is stuff all. What I was wondering is would the exhaust system become clogged up with soot or crap from it idling or would I cause more harm than good turning it on and off all the time?","c_root_id_A":"d66ehy2","c_root_id_B":"d65r1u5","created_at_utc_A":1470462335,"created_at_utc_B":1470424292,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Just leave it on. It's a diesel, they're known for being able to put up with that kind of treatment. It probably won't make any real difference, either way.","human_ref_B":"The grand majority of wear occurs on startup. Leave it running.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":38043.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4wc2bl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Should I allow my diesel to idle or should I turn it off? Hey guys, I've started driving uber in my ford mondeo which runs the 2.0 duratech diesel, what I was wondering is whether it is healther for the engine once warm to idle for about 2-5min in between rides or should I just turn it off? Fuel consumption isnt a big deal as it uses .8L per hour in idle which is stuff all. What I was wondering is would the exhaust system become clogged up with soot or crap from it idling or would I cause more harm than good turning it on and off all the time?","c_root_id_A":"d66ehy2","c_root_id_B":"d6616di","created_at_utc_A":1470462335,"created_at_utc_B":1470438592,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Just leave it on. It's a diesel, they're known for being able to put up with that kind of treatment. It probably won't make any real difference, either way.","human_ref_B":"It's probably a good idea to leave it running if the temps get below freezing, but that's just a diesel thing. Otherwise I don't think it really needs to run, but it's your call. If you don't mind the few extra minutes of fuel burning then who cares?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23743.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"yfiets","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Serious question: Can you modify a pickup by removing the wall separating the cab and the tray, and then adding a canopy over the tray to make one seamless interior?","c_root_id_A":"iu3lwgc","c_root_id_B":"iu44iz3","created_at_utc_A":1666947504,"created_at_utc_B":1666960514,"score_A":14,"score_B":47,"human_ref_A":"Not easily, The bed and cab flex a LOT and the rear of the cab provides a lot of the support for the roof. What you are looking for would be more like the old Suburban or Travel-all. Now if you really wanted to do it, you would first need to make a subframe to mount the cab and box to so that they were more like a single piece. Then you would cut the roof off and the rear of the cab, then the front of the bed. Then weld supports and sheet metal between them.    Or buy one already built like a suburban or expedition. Or even an Escalade and have most of that already finished.","human_ref_B":"Just buy a van. You're talking about making a van lol.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13010.0,"score_ratio":3.3571428571}
{"post_id":"yfiets","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Serious question: Can you modify a pickup by removing the wall separating the cab and the tray, and then adding a canopy over the tray to make one seamless interior?","c_root_id_A":"iu496r0","c_root_id_B":"iu3lwgc","created_at_utc_A":1666962824,"created_at_utc_B":1666947504,"score_A":28,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Congratulations, you just invented the SUV.","human_ref_B":"Not easily, The bed and cab flex a LOT and the rear of the cab provides a lot of the support for the roof. What you are looking for would be more like the old Suburban or Travel-all. Now if you really wanted to do it, you would first need to make a subframe to mount the cab and box to so that they were more like a single piece. Then you would cut the roof off and the rear of the cab, then the front of the bed. Then weld supports and sheet metal between them.    Or buy one already built like a suburban or expedition. Or even an Escalade and have most of that already finished.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15320.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"yfiets","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Serious question: Can you modify a pickup by removing the wall separating the cab and the tray, and then adding a canopy over the tray to make one seamless interior?","c_root_id_A":"iu49i5h","c_root_id_B":"iu4itza","created_at_utc_A":1666962975,"created_at_utc_B":1666967107,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Anything is possible with enough time and money, but this probably isn't worth it in a practical sense. You'd have to floor and wall the gap between the cab and bed, you'd have to reinforce the bed to mount seating, which still wouldn't be safe without a full cage inside, the bed and cab are designed to flex independently , so you'd probably have to brace the shit out of the frame to keep you're fabbed roof floor and walls from bending and warping and eventually tearing. What kind of truck are you contemplating doing this to and what are you ultimately trying to accomplish?","human_ref_B":"It's called an excursion  The original blazer the original 4 runner","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4132.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d563l81","c_root_id_B":"d55umt6","created_at_utc_A":1468110075,"created_at_utc_B":1468094395,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Unimog  edit https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=INxkz6UcNoE","human_ref_B":"FJ40 land cruiser I think is for sure the most well-built off-road capable car of all time.   Honorable mentions to some of my other favorites are the Land Rover Discovery II and G class Mercedes-Benz.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15680.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d563l81","c_root_id_B":"d560diy","created_at_utc_A":1468110075,"created_at_utc_B":1468104332,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Unimog  edit https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=INxkz6UcNoE","human_ref_B":"Jeep Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer. Sorry folks, it's the only one that can tick all the boxes. One, they've got rock solid motors - either the 4.0 I6 or the AMC 360CI V8. Both are well known for their reliability. Two, the NP242's chains are crap but it isn't often you see a wrecked case and let's be honest, TF727's *never* quit. Three, the bodies might rust clean off but the frame just won't quit. Four, seriously, how many Cherokee 4.0's do you still see on the road despite losing a few hundred pounds to rust? And finally, just look at the aftermarket for '70-current - nobody's making those kits if there aren't enough customers.  So yeah. Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Grand Wagoneer SJ's. Both.  Definitely not the ZJs. Those things are steaming piles of shit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5743.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d55xs35","c_root_id_B":"d563l81","created_at_utc_A":1468099763,"created_at_utc_B":1468110075,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"For me personally the Old Ford Bronco or the Chevy K5 Blazer.","human_ref_B":"Unimog  edit https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=INxkz6UcNoE","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10312.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d55ybxe","c_root_id_B":"d563l81","created_at_utc_A":1468100723,"created_at_utc_B":1468110075,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Land Cruiser or Gelandewagen for sure.","human_ref_B":"Unimog  edit https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=INxkz6UcNoE","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9352.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d563l81","c_root_id_B":"d5636f0","created_at_utc_A":1468110075,"created_at_utc_B":1468109340,"score_A":12,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Unimog  edit https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=INxkz6UcNoE","human_ref_B":"Late 90's Jeep Cherokee with the in-line 6.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":735.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d563l81","c_root_id_B":"d56091c","created_at_utc_A":1468110075,"created_at_utc_B":1468104116,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Unimog  edit https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=INxkz6UcNoE","human_ref_B":"Well-built in what sense?  The Land Rover Defender is extremely capable off-road, but they're not known for being extremely reliable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5959.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d55xs35","c_root_id_B":"d565orl","created_at_utc_A":1468099763,"created_at_utc_B":1468113874,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"For me personally the Old Ford Bronco or the Chevy K5 Blazer.","human_ref_B":"If you count pickups, Toyota Hilux","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14111.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d55ybxe","c_root_id_B":"d565orl","created_at_utc_A":1468100723,"created_at_utc_B":1468113874,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Land Cruiser or Gelandewagen for sure.","human_ref_B":"If you count pickups, Toyota Hilux","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13151.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d5636f0","c_root_id_B":"d565orl","created_at_utc_A":1468109340,"created_at_utc_B":1468113874,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Late 90's Jeep Cherokee with the in-line 6.","human_ref_B":"If you count pickups, Toyota Hilux","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4534.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d565orl","c_root_id_B":"d56091c","created_at_utc_A":1468113874,"created_at_utc_B":1468104116,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you count pickups, Toyota Hilux","human_ref_B":"Well-built in what sense?  The Land Rover Defender is extremely capable off-road, but they're not known for being extremely reliable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9758.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d560diy","c_root_id_B":"d55xs35","created_at_utc_A":1468104332,"created_at_utc_B":1468099763,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Jeep Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer. Sorry folks, it's the only one that can tick all the boxes. One, they've got rock solid motors - either the 4.0 I6 or the AMC 360CI V8. Both are well known for their reliability. Two, the NP242's chains are crap but it isn't often you see a wrecked case and let's be honest, TF727's *never* quit. Three, the bodies might rust clean off but the frame just won't quit. Four, seriously, how many Cherokee 4.0's do you still see on the road despite losing a few hundred pounds to rust? And finally, just look at the aftermarket for '70-current - nobody's making those kits if there aren't enough customers.  So yeah. Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Grand Wagoneer SJ's. Both.  Definitely not the ZJs. Those things are steaming piles of shit.","human_ref_B":"For me personally the Old Ford Bronco or the Chevy K5 Blazer.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4569.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d560diy","c_root_id_B":"d55ybxe","created_at_utc_A":1468104332,"created_at_utc_B":1468100723,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Jeep Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer. Sorry folks, it's the only one that can tick all the boxes. One, they've got rock solid motors - either the 4.0 I6 or the AMC 360CI V8. Both are well known for their reliability. Two, the NP242's chains are crap but it isn't often you see a wrecked case and let's be honest, TF727's *never* quit. Three, the bodies might rust clean off but the frame just won't quit. Four, seriously, how many Cherokee 4.0's do you still see on the road despite losing a few hundred pounds to rust? And finally, just look at the aftermarket for '70-current - nobody's making those kits if there aren't enough customers.  So yeah. Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Grand Wagoneer SJ's. Both.  Definitely not the ZJs. Those things are steaming piles of shit.","human_ref_B":"Land Cruiser or Gelandewagen for sure.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3609.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d56091c","c_root_id_B":"d560diy","created_at_utc_A":1468104116,"created_at_utc_B":1468104332,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Well-built in what sense?  The Land Rover Defender is extremely capable off-road, but they're not known for being extremely reliable.","human_ref_B":"Jeep Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer. Sorry folks, it's the only one that can tick all the boxes. One, they've got rock solid motors - either the 4.0 I6 or the AMC 360CI V8. Both are well known for their reliability. Two, the NP242's chains are crap but it isn't often you see a wrecked case and let's be honest, TF727's *never* quit. Three, the bodies might rust clean off but the frame just won't quit. Four, seriously, how many Cherokee 4.0's do you still see on the road despite losing a few hundred pounds to rust? And finally, just look at the aftermarket for '70-current - nobody's making those kits if there aren't enough customers.  So yeah. Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Grand Wagoneer SJ's. Both.  Definitely not the ZJs. Those things are steaming piles of shit.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":216.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4s1skj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is the most well-built off-road vehicle of all time? I would say Land Cruiser series. I wonder what you guys think.","c_root_id_A":"d56091c","c_root_id_B":"d5636f0","created_at_utc_A":1468104116,"created_at_utc_B":1468109340,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Well-built in what sense?  The Land Rover Defender is extremely capable off-road, but they're not known for being extremely reliable.","human_ref_B":"Late 90's Jeep Cherokee with the in-line 6.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5224.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"98uvyw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"2008 Honda Pilot timing belt failure while on highway. Engine is most likely shot. What are the available options? My friend was making his 3 hour drive back home yesterday, having borrowed his family's 2008 Honda Pilot, doing about 90 down the highway when the car basically catastrophically fails, accelerator immediately stops functioning, all the warning lights come on, and he pulls over immediately. He gets it towed somewhere and the guy says the timing belt snapped. (Entirely owner error: it's his mom's car and she never got the belt replaced as per routine maintenance guidelines). Like I said, it's a 2008, and I think he said it was 114k miles.   From everything I've read, it sounds like it's almost certain the engine is shot (interference engine and all that). Currently the car is still at that shop. His family knows nothing about cars and is just trying to weigh their options right now.  From my understanding, they can either buy a replacement engine and pay to have it put in (from what I saw online, probably $2-4k for an engine, plus labor). Or they can just sell it. This is where I'm not really sure what the options are. Obviously it can't be sold as a drive-able car. What kind of value would it have as just parts? I can't imagine very much.   Any knowledge, information, advice, recommendations etc is appreciated. It seems like it's gonna be shitty no matter what - but hey, that's why you keep up with routine maintenance. If there's another option that I'm missing, please let me know. Otherwise, it's just a matter of weighing the pros and cons of the two available and deciding which to do.","c_root_id_A":"e4j5qbi","c_root_id_B":"e4ivl4b","created_at_utc_A":1534790747,"created_at_utc_B":1534782164,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Some bad knowledge in these comments. Yes the engine is 100 percent fixable. However the cost if fixing it might be close to a brand new engine if not more. I would recommend a used engine with similar miles. Put a new timing belt on first obvious reasons and slap it in. Definitely the most cost effective fix.","human_ref_B":"If maintained, Hondas will last forever. If you put a new engine in, you can expect the car to last another 10 years easy.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8583.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"98uvyw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"2008 Honda Pilot timing belt failure while on highway. Engine is most likely shot. What are the available options? My friend was making his 3 hour drive back home yesterday, having borrowed his family's 2008 Honda Pilot, doing about 90 down the highway when the car basically catastrophically fails, accelerator immediately stops functioning, all the warning lights come on, and he pulls over immediately. He gets it towed somewhere and the guy says the timing belt snapped. (Entirely owner error: it's his mom's car and she never got the belt replaced as per routine maintenance guidelines). Like I said, it's a 2008, and I think he said it was 114k miles.   From everything I've read, it sounds like it's almost certain the engine is shot (interference engine and all that). Currently the car is still at that shop. His family knows nothing about cars and is just trying to weigh their options right now.  From my understanding, they can either buy a replacement engine and pay to have it put in (from what I saw online, probably $2-4k for an engine, plus labor). Or they can just sell it. This is where I'm not really sure what the options are. Obviously it can't be sold as a drive-able car. What kind of value would it have as just parts? I can't imagine very much.   Any knowledge, information, advice, recommendations etc is appreciated. It seems like it's gonna be shitty no matter what - but hey, that's why you keep up with routine maintenance. If there's another option that I'm missing, please let me know. Otherwise, it's just a matter of weighing the pros and cons of the two available and deciding which to do.","c_root_id_A":"e4ivl4b","c_root_id_B":"e4iuvj6","created_at_utc_A":1534782164,"created_at_utc_B":1534781551,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If maintained, Hondas will last forever. If you put a new engine in, you can expect the car to last another 10 years easy.","human_ref_B":"Yes, if the timing belt snapped, the engine is gone.  You'll need a replacement.  There is no repair for an engine that has gone through that kind of damage.    You're right, too, either repair it for a costly amount or sell it for parts.  You might make $4-500 selling it as is.    The only pro vs. con on this is if putting that money into THIS ONE VEHICLE is worth it, or if that same money should go to a new vehicle.  Personally, I'd just sell it and get another vehicle.  Not that you can't repair that one, but it sounds like you are trying to add in emotional commitment to the vehicle.    The vehicle doesn't care.  Just get a new one.   In the future, never skip changing your timing belt on schedule.  Honestly, 114k for a timing belt is pretty astounding.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":613.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"98uvyw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"2008 Honda Pilot timing belt failure while on highway. Engine is most likely shot. What are the available options? My friend was making his 3 hour drive back home yesterday, having borrowed his family's 2008 Honda Pilot, doing about 90 down the highway when the car basically catastrophically fails, accelerator immediately stops functioning, all the warning lights come on, and he pulls over immediately. He gets it towed somewhere and the guy says the timing belt snapped. (Entirely owner error: it's his mom's car and she never got the belt replaced as per routine maintenance guidelines). Like I said, it's a 2008, and I think he said it was 114k miles.   From everything I've read, it sounds like it's almost certain the engine is shot (interference engine and all that). Currently the car is still at that shop. His family knows nothing about cars and is just trying to weigh their options right now.  From my understanding, they can either buy a replacement engine and pay to have it put in (from what I saw online, probably $2-4k for an engine, plus labor). Or they can just sell it. This is where I'm not really sure what the options are. Obviously it can't be sold as a drive-able car. What kind of value would it have as just parts? I can't imagine very much.   Any knowledge, information, advice, recommendations etc is appreciated. It seems like it's gonna be shitty no matter what - but hey, that's why you keep up with routine maintenance. If there's another option that I'm missing, please let me know. Otherwise, it's just a matter of weighing the pros and cons of the two available and deciding which to do.","c_root_id_A":"e4j5qbi","c_root_id_B":"e4iuvj6","created_at_utc_A":1534790747,"created_at_utc_B":1534781551,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Some bad knowledge in these comments. Yes the engine is 100 percent fixable. However the cost if fixing it might be close to a brand new engine if not more. I would recommend a used engine with similar miles. Put a new timing belt on first obvious reasons and slap it in. Definitely the most cost effective fix.","human_ref_B":"Yes, if the timing belt snapped, the engine is gone.  You'll need a replacement.  There is no repair for an engine that has gone through that kind of damage.    You're right, too, either repair it for a costly amount or sell it for parts.  You might make $4-500 selling it as is.    The only pro vs. con on this is if putting that money into THIS ONE VEHICLE is worth it, or if that same money should go to a new vehicle.  Personally, I'd just sell it and get another vehicle.  Not that you can't repair that one, but it sounds like you are trying to add in emotional commitment to the vehicle.    The vehicle doesn't care.  Just get a new one.   In the future, never skip changing your timing belt on schedule.  Honestly, 114k for a timing belt is pretty astounding.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9196.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glx9stt","c_root_id_B":"glx9r9r","created_at_utc_A":1612394845,"created_at_utc_B":1612394825,"score_A":37,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Cheap Civic or Miata. I'd suggest Miata if it's not a daily driver.","human_ref_B":"Miata. NAs have pretty inflated prices right now, but a second gen NB can be found between 5-10k in reasonably good condition. Tons of aftermarket parts and a huge community to look to for advice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20.0,"score_ratio":3.0833333333}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glx9aia","c_root_id_B":"glx9stt","created_at_utc_A":1612394604,"created_at_utc_B":1612394845,"score_A":12,"score_B":37,"human_ref_A":"An old honda civic. Dirt cheap. Parts are cheap. Mods are cheap. Aftermarket support is abundant. You can learn the basics and do a hell of a lot on your own. Even if you screw it up, you're not at much of a loss.","human_ref_B":"Cheap Civic or Miata. I'd suggest Miata if it's not a daily driver.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":241.0,"score_ratio":3.0833333333}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glxcnmx","c_root_id_B":"glxa592","created_at_utc_A":1612396222,"created_at_utc_B":1612395008,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"it all depends on your budget.","human_ref_B":"If it's your only car, I'd say a 86\/brz. I love Miatas and older civics, but they just aren't as safe or comfortable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1214.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glxa592","c_root_id_B":"glxnup0","created_at_utc_A":1612395008,"created_at_utc_B":1612401725,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"If it's your only car, I'd say a 86\/brz. I love Miatas and older civics, but they just aren't as safe or comfortable.","human_ref_B":"Truck with a 5.3 vortec","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6717.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glxj3op","c_root_id_B":"glxnup0","created_at_utc_A":1612399385,"created_at_utc_B":1612401725,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Miata or pre-96 honda. If you want to learn power, get an old carbureted v8 from one of the big 3. If you want to learn running gear (suspension and brakes) any popular sport-compact import car will do nicely","human_ref_B":"Truck with a 5.3 vortec","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2340.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"gly0zof","c_root_id_B":"glxqul4","created_at_utc_A":1612408183,"created_at_utc_B":1612403198,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Miatas are very popular on Reddit.  I recommend a mustang. Cheap, parts o plenty everyone loves or has one. Each model year gives you something different. Aftermarket part support makes modding a mustang like buying ikea furniture.  the honest truth miata boys won\u2019t tell you: miatas are not as fast as mustangs. I can\u2019t vouch for the v6 (why would you get that anyway) but my 06 gt stock, is plenty of power to beat out most Jetta\u2019s, miatas, chargers and what not you\u2019ll want to impress at a red light.  Get a 2006-2010 automatic mustang gt with 125k or less miles. Buy it on Facebook marketplace and make sure you research what to look out for. Rust is the big killer.  Just my $.02","human_ref_B":"Unfortunately the prime Hondas (1988-2000) are now 21 to 33 years old. The cash for clunkers program ruined the used car market and many of those cars were sent to be crushed. Regular people who didn't know any better gave the cars up. You are now left with old cars that cost way too much. The Miata was a good tuner car but they now have a cult following and even a beat up NA goes for way too much money. Unfortunately it depends what you are looking to get out of the car and how much you know. Are you willing to spend the extra for a certain experience? What are you looking to learn?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4985.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"gly0zof","c_root_id_B":"glxj3op","created_at_utc_A":1612408183,"created_at_utc_B":1612399385,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Miatas are very popular on Reddit.  I recommend a mustang. Cheap, parts o plenty everyone loves or has one. Each model year gives you something different. Aftermarket part support makes modding a mustang like buying ikea furniture.  the honest truth miata boys won\u2019t tell you: miatas are not as fast as mustangs. I can\u2019t vouch for the v6 (why would you get that anyway) but my 06 gt stock, is plenty of power to beat out most Jetta\u2019s, miatas, chargers and what not you\u2019ll want to impress at a red light.  Get a 2006-2010 automatic mustang gt with 125k or less miles. Buy it on Facebook marketplace and make sure you research what to look out for. Rust is the big killer.  Just my $.02","human_ref_B":"Miata or pre-96 honda. If you want to learn power, get an old carbureted v8 from one of the big 3. If you want to learn running gear (suspension and brakes) any popular sport-compact import car will do nicely","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8798.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glxqul4","c_root_id_B":"glxj3op","created_at_utc_A":1612403198,"created_at_utc_B":1612399385,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Unfortunately the prime Hondas (1988-2000) are now 21 to 33 years old. The cash for clunkers program ruined the used car market and many of those cars were sent to be crushed. Regular people who didn't know any better gave the cars up. You are now left with old cars that cost way too much. The Miata was a good tuner car but they now have a cult following and even a beat up NA goes for way too much money. Unfortunately it depends what you are looking to get out of the car and how much you know. Are you willing to spend the extra for a certain experience? What are you looking to learn?","human_ref_B":"Miata or pre-96 honda. If you want to learn power, get an old carbureted v8 from one of the big 3. If you want to learn running gear (suspension and brakes) any popular sport-compact import car will do nicely","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3813.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"lc0m6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"In your opinion what is the best car for anyone who is looking to get into vehicle modding?","c_root_id_A":"glxj3op","c_root_id_B":"gly1gsy","created_at_utc_A":1612399385,"created_at_utc_B":1612408424,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Miata or pre-96 honda. If you want to learn power, get an old carbureted v8 from one of the big 3. If you want to learn running gear (suspension and brakes) any popular sport-compact import car will do nicely","human_ref_B":"A second one.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9039.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"i490t8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What are the most reliable cars from unreliable automakers? I hear that most German cars are very problematic, and living in a chrysler city I know first hand how bad they can turn out. Just want to know some of the \"bulletproof\" cars from those automakers.","c_root_id_A":"g0gzwd7","c_root_id_B":"g0hohmo","created_at_utc_A":1596651890,"created_at_utc_B":1596663145,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The old Chrysler K cars.","human_ref_B":"I wonder where that stance on German cars comes from. In germany, they don\u2019t actually have that reputation. We had an old Mercedes e-class (guessing about 1990) which made 450k km without significant problems. Got an Audi 100 in the family as well and a 2007 s- class pushing 300k without anything but basic maintenance. Well actually the AC failed this year. Meanwhile our  Fiat 500 literally fell apart after 140k and 7 years. Holes from rust in the exhaust after 7 years, how do you even manage that...  Maintenance and parts are expensive though...","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11255.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xsdeji","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Is a new economy car more comfortable than an old luxury car? For example, would a BMW 3 series from 20 years ago be more luxurious\/comfortable than a brand new Honda Accord? How about 30 or 40 years ago?","c_root_id_A":"iqldh9u","c_root_id_B":"iqlfmo2","created_at_utc_A":1664602682,"created_at_utc_B":1664604311,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"depends, i like my 03 merc grand marquis more than a 2012 chevy sonic with the turbo, i think it is nicer, comfier, roomier, nice v8 with rear wheel drive, it can rip, the sonic feels kinda cheap and is just a small cheezy ride with a small engine that may not last as long, the v8 has gone 20 years and is still going, the i think 1.8, he says 1.3L turbo may not last as long as 20+ years...","human_ref_B":"No. Go find a 1978 Buick Electra 225 and take a long ride on the interstate. They don't make cars as comfortable anymore.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1629.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"xgqeao","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.78,"history":"How much are car salesmen actually willing to budge on price in this market? 5%? 10% more?","c_root_id_A":"iotan3i","c_root_id_B":"iot9tf3","created_at_utc_A":1663432124,"created_at_utc_B":1663431781,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Really depends on the car and what kind of inventory the dealer has, or even regional demand. In general you aren't going to haggle them down as much as you would have been able to 2 or 3 years ago, but sometimes they've still got some room to play. If you go in looking at high demand vehicles like Kia Stingers, Hyundai Tellurides or Dodge Hellcats you will be super lucky to just pay MSRP, forget about haggling because stock is limited and the next guy in line will probably pay whatever the sticker says. I don't think there is a blanket answer here for every vehicle and dealer though.  Hopefully someone who works at a dealership will weigh in and give you a more concrete answer, I'm just going on my own experience buying a couple of cars in the past 2 years and what I've read online.","human_ref_B":"Most of us are one price these days and the cars go too fast to budge on price. If you know you want the vehicle I\u2019d go get it if it is a fair price.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":343.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"xgqeao","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.78,"history":"How much are car salesmen actually willing to budge on price in this market? 5%? 10% more?","c_root_id_A":"iotmr79","c_root_id_B":"iotpa4v","created_at_utc_A":1663437057,"created_at_utc_B":1663438108,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Considering how tight the market is we usually end up within 1% of our asking price.","human_ref_B":"Salesmen usually do not call the shots on price negotiations.    Negotiating on \"something off the price\" is a faulty approach unless you absolutely know the price is set correctly.  Some dealers wildly inflate pricing because some buyers do not negotiate and also so that they can allow other buyers to haggle down the price and get a \"bargain\" and also to give buyers lavish offers on their trade-ins.  Research, go fully armed, and ask for the carfax. Remember, car dealers may show you the Blue Book and also remember that there are 50 shades of blue.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1051.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"t73n6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What makes a car a coupe? What makes a car a coupe?","c_root_id_A":"hzfgvi4","c_root_id_B":"hzfam8j","created_at_utc_A":1646467491,"created_at_utc_B":1646463163,"score_A":25,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"A Coupe is a two door hard top with a proper trunk (as in not a hatch\/liftback)","human_ref_B":"Coupe would be a 2 door with 2 real front seats, two small back seats a solid roof that either drops or tapers back. A sedan is a 4 door with a solid roof and 4-5 usable seats. So a car like a 66 Mustang is a coupe and so would a 2009 Camaro.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4328.0,"score_ratio":3.125}
{"post_id":"t73n6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What makes a car a coupe? What makes a car a coupe?","c_root_id_A":"hzfpo6h","c_root_id_B":"hzfgzss","created_at_utc_A":1646474268,"created_at_utc_B":1646467574,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Have always thought of it as a car with 2 doors, possibility of a backseat and a regular trunk. But I have no idea if this is correct.","human_ref_B":"A two door vehicle. I don't understand why car manufacturers are calling four door vehicles coupes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6694.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"t73n6h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What makes a car a coupe? What makes a car a coupe?","c_root_id_A":"hzfklbs","c_root_id_B":"hzfpo6h","created_at_utc_A":1646470269,"created_at_utc_B":1646474268,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"the word coupe comes from the french words: to cut.   everybody assumes coupe means 2 doors but the Rover P5B (V8) coupe is a 4 door BUT has a lower roof line than the non coupe versions.","human_ref_B":"Have always thought of it as a car with 2 doors, possibility of a backseat and a regular trunk. But I have no idea if this is correct.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3999.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"iwdtxw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"My crv makes a clunky noise in the front end when I turn...sounds like it\u2019s coming from the wheels. What\u2019s likely going on? Been waiting a week to get it in the shop... appointments are tough to come by!","c_root_id_A":"g5zifw6","c_root_id_B":"g5z63rj","created_at_utc_A":1600613545,"created_at_utc_B":1600608648,"score_A":18,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Very common failure on Honda suspension is failed compliance bushings on the lower control arm, manifests as a serious clunk that feels like it\u2019s coming through the floorboard when you go over speed bumps or off round curbs.   Pretty much have seen this in every model of Honda\u2019s at one point , from civics and accords to crvs and elements","human_ref_B":"Could name a dozen common things that can cause that. Wait to get it diagnosed, anyone posting here is guessing wildly.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4897.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"xpvf25","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Do I stick with my unreliable R56 Cooper S, or do I trade it in for something else at a very great loss? So I made the grave mistake of buying a 2nd gen Mini Cooper S. 3500 dollars in maintenance in, it's FINALLY working correctly, but I'm obviously afraid something'll just break again.  I've been considering the thought of trading it in. However, all I've been getting are lowball offers (got it for 8600, receiving offers of like 6600). Already, this knocks 2 grand off my investment, and with all of that maintenance, that's 5.5 grand lost. Couple that with a comparable replacement car costing like at least 13k (MK7 Fiesta ST, if you're wondering) and that's A LOT of money to be sinking into something new. Paying anywhere from 6k to 10k extra for a new car, even while trading the old one in, and that's not even counting all the money invested.  What would you do, in this situation? For context, the car's had almost all of the \"Mini things\" done. Timing chain, high pressure and low pressure fuel pumps, it's got new tires, new brakes up front, thermostat housing, some other bits and bobs. Runs flawlessly, FOR NOW. Have I already gone too far, and should I now stick with my mostly rebuilt Whip of Theseus, or will it never stop coming, and should I just cut my losses and get something new?   Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"iq677kd","c_root_id_B":"iq62x8v","created_at_utc_A":1664322361,"created_at_utc_B":1664320395,"score_A":19,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You need to stop thinking of used car purchases as \"investments\"","human_ref_B":"When you say you\u2019ve done almost all the \u201cmini things\u201d I would imagine that all of the problem areas have already broken and the car would be reliable for another 20k miles, but it\u2019s a mini, so I can\u2019t speak to owning one. If you just put 3500 into it I would at least drive it for a little while while you look around\/save up for something else.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1966.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"xpvf25","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Do I stick with my unreliable R56 Cooper S, or do I trade it in for something else at a very great loss? So I made the grave mistake of buying a 2nd gen Mini Cooper S. 3500 dollars in maintenance in, it's FINALLY working correctly, but I'm obviously afraid something'll just break again.  I've been considering the thought of trading it in. However, all I've been getting are lowball offers (got it for 8600, receiving offers of like 6600). Already, this knocks 2 grand off my investment, and with all of that maintenance, that's 5.5 grand lost. Couple that with a comparable replacement car costing like at least 13k (MK7 Fiesta ST, if you're wondering) and that's A LOT of money to be sinking into something new. Paying anywhere from 6k to 10k extra for a new car, even while trading the old one in, and that's not even counting all the money invested.  What would you do, in this situation? For context, the car's had almost all of the \"Mini things\" done. Timing chain, high pressure and low pressure fuel pumps, it's got new tires, new brakes up front, thermostat housing, some other bits and bobs. Runs flawlessly, FOR NOW. Have I already gone too far, and should I now stick with my mostly rebuilt Whip of Theseus, or will it never stop coming, and should I just cut my losses and get something new?   Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"iq6anav","c_root_id_B":"iq6m741","created_at_utc_A":1664323991,"created_at_utc_B":1664329414,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like youve invested a good chunk. I might want to drive it around for a while to justify some of that spend","human_ref_B":"Why would you put all that money into it only to sell it immediately without ever really enjoying the fruits of your labor? To me this is the worst possible time to sell it.  If you want that money you spent to go towards something besides selling it at a loss, you gotta drive it. Sell it after the next thing breaks if you must. Maybe that won't be for a couple thousand or tens of thousands of miles.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5423.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"xpvf25","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Do I stick with my unreliable R56 Cooper S, or do I trade it in for something else at a very great loss? So I made the grave mistake of buying a 2nd gen Mini Cooper S. 3500 dollars in maintenance in, it's FINALLY working correctly, but I'm obviously afraid something'll just break again.  I've been considering the thought of trading it in. However, all I've been getting are lowball offers (got it for 8600, receiving offers of like 6600). Already, this knocks 2 grand off my investment, and with all of that maintenance, that's 5.5 grand lost. Couple that with a comparable replacement car costing like at least 13k (MK7 Fiesta ST, if you're wondering) and that's A LOT of money to be sinking into something new. Paying anywhere from 6k to 10k extra for a new car, even while trading the old one in, and that's not even counting all the money invested.  What would you do, in this situation? For context, the car's had almost all of the \"Mini things\" done. Timing chain, high pressure and low pressure fuel pumps, it's got new tires, new brakes up front, thermostat housing, some other bits and bobs. Runs flawlessly, FOR NOW. Have I already gone too far, and should I now stick with my mostly rebuilt Whip of Theseus, or will it never stop coming, and should I just cut my losses and get something new?   Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"iq71ku4","c_root_id_B":"iq6anav","created_at_utc_A":1664337230,"created_at_utc_B":1664323991,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Sorry, but we both know that minis are completely unreliable especially in that generation. If it's running right now it's the best time to unload it, you don't know if you're going to have to sink more money into it next week or 3 to 6 months from now. You might get lucky and it might be a year, but something else is coming. Sinking money into project vehicles is the name of the game, if you don't want to play the game get a Toyota Corolla. Expect losses when it comes to this game.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like youve invested a good chunk. I might want to drive it around for a while to justify some of that spend","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13239.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiwd52l","c_root_id_B":"eiw3gz0","created_at_utc_A":1553020960,"created_at_utc_B":1553014892,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If the oil light didn't come on, you likely maintained at least minimum oil  pressure, and should be fine.      Oil volume is generally more about keeping the sump submerged under cornering.","human_ref_B":"Nope you're fine. Oil light didn't come on by sound of it. It's not optimal but you didn't drive it for months like some people do. To do damage in 30 minutes you'd need to be really low on oil and keep driving when the light comes on which is what one of my colleagues did a few months back. Wrote off a 2 year old Volvo XC90 engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6068.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiw3giy","c_root_id_B":"eiwd52l","created_at_utc_A":1553014884,"created_at_utc_B":1553020960,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"That's fine, 0.7 qts low isn't a problem.","human_ref_B":"If the oil light didn't come on, you likely maintained at least minimum oil  pressure, and should be fine.      Oil volume is generally more about keeping the sump submerged under cornering.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6076.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiwk63u","c_root_id_B":"eiw3gz0","created_at_utc_A":1553025502,"created_at_utc_B":1553014892,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Oil pressure isn't really affected by oil level, as long as there's enough to keep the oil pump inlet submerged (if it's not, you lose all oil pressure in a big hurry). Above that extra oil helps prevent the oil heating up too much, dilutes the dirt and gives you some spare in case of oil loss. You're fine.","human_ref_B":"Nope you're fine. Oil light didn't come on by sound of it. It's not optimal but you didn't drive it for months like some people do. To do damage in 30 minutes you'd need to be really low on oil and keep driving when the light comes on which is what one of my colleagues did a few months back. Wrote off a 2 year old Volvo XC90 engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10610.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiwk63u","c_root_id_B":"eiwecah","created_at_utc_A":1553025502,"created_at_utc_B":1553021736,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Oil pressure isn't really affected by oil level, as long as there's enough to keep the oil pump inlet submerged (if it's not, you lose all oil pressure in a big hurry). Above that extra oil helps prevent the oil heating up too much, dilutes the dirt and gives you some spare in case of oil loss. You're fine.","human_ref_B":"Yep, its toast. Just drop the rig off at my place.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3766.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiwk63u","c_root_id_B":"eiw3giy","created_at_utc_A":1553025502,"created_at_utc_B":1553014884,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Oil pressure isn't really affected by oil level, as long as there's enough to keep the oil pump inlet submerged (if it's not, you lose all oil pressure in a big hurry). Above that extra oil helps prevent the oil heating up too much, dilutes the dirt and gives you some spare in case of oil loss. You're fine.","human_ref_B":"That's fine, 0.7 qts low isn't a problem.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10618.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiw3giy","c_root_id_B":"eiw3gz0","created_at_utc_A":1553014884,"created_at_utc_B":1553014892,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That's fine, 0.7 qts low isn't a problem.","human_ref_B":"Nope you're fine. Oil light didn't come on by sound of it. It's not optimal but you didn't drive it for months like some people do. To do damage in 30 minutes you'd need to be really low on oil and keep driving when the light comes on which is what one of my colleagues did a few months back. Wrote off a 2 year old Volvo XC90 engine.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"b2ypcb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Did I damage my engine by riding on low oil for 30 minutes? I changed my oil and put about 3.5 qts of new oil. The car needs 4.2 qts total. I was waiting for the oil to show on the dipstick but it didn\u2019t after about 5 minutes. I took the car for a spin (30 mins maximum), then waited to check the oil. I realized that the oil was just too low to show on the dipstick and I added more. Did I cause a significant damage to the engine by driving the car? Low oil light didn\u2019t come on.","c_root_id_A":"eiw3giy","c_root_id_B":"eiwecah","created_at_utc_A":1553014884,"created_at_utc_B":1553021736,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That's fine, 0.7 qts low isn't a problem.","human_ref_B":"Yep, its toast. Just drop the rig off at my place.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6852.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"yn5s8u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Did I get scammed? So, the check coolant sign came on during a drive with my VW golf (150,000 miles)\u2014 I brought it to the VW dealership and they held my car for 4 months and lent me a loaner to shut me up. They charged me $ 2800 for \u201crepairs\u201d. The car has been running well for 3 days until today. The same issue \u201c check coolant comes on.   Did I just get scammed $2800 at the VW dealership?????? I\u2019m so confused","c_root_id_A":"iv7808l","c_root_id_B":"iv7fedk","created_at_utc_A":1667682148,"created_at_utc_B":1667685376,"score_A":4,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"Do you have written information on the work they performed? There's a chance they addressed symptoms but not the root cause of your problem and it happened again. There's a chance it's a shitty dealer service department and they just patched something. There's a chance this is a complete coincidence and it's a new problem.","human_ref_B":"four months is a *very* long time for a shop (especially a dealership) to have a car in for repair. However, that may have been due to parts delays - the entire automotive logistics chain is broken due to covid.  Please scan or type up the details from the invoice \/ repair order. In order to be helpful we need more information than \"$2800 for repairs.\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3228.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"5s1im6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Is it worth considering buying a car that has flood damage? I am looking to buy a new (to me) car and one of the dealerships near me has a few that I like.  I looked up the VINs and found that all the ones I like have salvage titles (I guess that is this shops specialty). A couple are comprehensive loss, and a couple are flood loss.  They all *look* like they're in excellent condition, the interiors are spotless, no wear visible, low miles, and reasonably priced. Not suspiciously cheap, just right where you'd expect for cars with low miles in good condition, but I'd expect them to be cheaper with a salvage title.  My top choices are the flood damaged ones, but I don't know what that entails.  What qualifies a car to be totalled due to flood?  Up to the door sills, completely submerged?  I imagine the shop went through with a fine toothed comb, but I've heard that it is impossible to completely clean up a flood car. I've talked to a few people who have bought cars from this shop and have been very happy with them.  I plan on continuing to look and check out some certified pre-owned cars from dealerships, but so far the cars that check all my boxes and are in my budget happen to be these salvaged ones.  One of the comprehensive loss ones is highly attractive though since it is the cheapest car I've looked at so far. I've had cars before on rebuilt titles that have been fine, so its not necessarily a complete turn off, but I am apprehensive about considering it.","c_root_id_A":"ddby90q","c_root_id_B":"ddbyraj","created_at_utc_A":1486237575,"created_at_utc_B":1486238279,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I would move on. Other than catastrophic engine failure, lots of flood damage doesn't appear for a while. It's all going to be electrical system corrosion.  My car got flooded just into the floor once after a bad rain. Everything worked fine right away. 6 months later my dash went dead, radio wouldn't work and it sometimes wouldn't start. Turns out there is an electrical junction box in the floor under one of the seats. The moisture had started corrosion there and it took several months to get bad enough to notice. I got lucky I was able to fix it with just some end fittings on the wires. But imagine if the same thing happens to your ecu or any other motherboard\/complicated electrical circuit that you can just crimp some new connectors on.","human_ref_B":"move on. a few solid reasons to avoid flood damage cars: electrical gremlins can and will start popping up and they can be tough to diagnose and find. salvage title cars are tougher to get rid of down the road and will always be the lowest of the value pile. salvage title cars are hard to get loans on because of the above 2 issues. save yourself future headaches and pick up something clean. also expand your search range, with cheap transport costs its easy to buy something across the country and have it shipped to your door and some deals can be had for sure. as an example, I'm always looking at prices of Challengers. in my market I can get an RT for @ $18-20k, but expanding my reach I can get an SRT8 for the same price range in a couple other areas of the country because they either aren't as popular or the winter is keeping the price down in those markets.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":704.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"5s1im6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Is it worth considering buying a car that has flood damage? I am looking to buy a new (to me) car and one of the dealerships near me has a few that I like.  I looked up the VINs and found that all the ones I like have salvage titles (I guess that is this shops specialty). A couple are comprehensive loss, and a couple are flood loss.  They all *look* like they're in excellent condition, the interiors are spotless, no wear visible, low miles, and reasonably priced. Not suspiciously cheap, just right where you'd expect for cars with low miles in good condition, but I'd expect them to be cheaper with a salvage title.  My top choices are the flood damaged ones, but I don't know what that entails.  What qualifies a car to be totalled due to flood?  Up to the door sills, completely submerged?  I imagine the shop went through with a fine toothed comb, but I've heard that it is impossible to completely clean up a flood car. I've talked to a few people who have bought cars from this shop and have been very happy with them.  I plan on continuing to look and check out some certified pre-owned cars from dealerships, but so far the cars that check all my boxes and are in my budget happen to be these salvaged ones.  One of the comprehensive loss ones is highly attractive though since it is the cheapest car I've looked at so far. I've had cars before on rebuilt titles that have been fine, so its not necessarily a complete turn off, but I am apprehensive about considering it.","c_root_id_A":"ddbyraj","c_root_id_B":"ddbvt7k","created_at_utc_A":1486238279,"created_at_utc_B":1486234256,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"move on. a few solid reasons to avoid flood damage cars: electrical gremlins can and will start popping up and they can be tough to diagnose and find. salvage title cars are tougher to get rid of down the road and will always be the lowest of the value pile. salvage title cars are hard to get loans on because of the above 2 issues. save yourself future headaches and pick up something clean. also expand your search range, with cheap transport costs its easy to buy something across the country and have it shipped to your door and some deals can be had for sure. as an example, I'm always looking at prices of Challengers. in my market I can get an RT for @ $18-20k, but expanding my reach I can get an SRT8 for the same price range in a couple other areas of the country because they either aren't as popular or the winter is keeping the price down in those markets.","human_ref_B":"I bought a flood salvage car - the car ran fine for years, but the radiator fan caught on fire at one point, and the radio went out.  This was a 1995 car by the way. Nowadays there are SO many more electrical components that I would say it is not worth the risk.  Electrical components have EXTREMELY annoying failure modes - you will get a code that points you at the wrong part because the onboard diagnostics assume that you will only have one thing fail at a time, and that the wiring harness is functioning properly.   If you MUST buy it, have the dealer agree to let you do an extended test drive (at least overnight) and take it to a competent mechanic and have them check the diagnostic codes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4023.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"5s1im6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.96,"history":"Is it worth considering buying a car that has flood damage? I am looking to buy a new (to me) car and one of the dealerships near me has a few that I like.  I looked up the VINs and found that all the ones I like have salvage titles (I guess that is this shops specialty). A couple are comprehensive loss, and a couple are flood loss.  They all *look* like they're in excellent condition, the interiors are spotless, no wear visible, low miles, and reasonably priced. Not suspiciously cheap, just right where you'd expect for cars with low miles in good condition, but I'd expect them to be cheaper with a salvage title.  My top choices are the flood damaged ones, but I don't know what that entails.  What qualifies a car to be totalled due to flood?  Up to the door sills, completely submerged?  I imagine the shop went through with a fine toothed comb, but I've heard that it is impossible to completely clean up a flood car. I've talked to a few people who have bought cars from this shop and have been very happy with them.  I plan on continuing to look and check out some certified pre-owned cars from dealerships, but so far the cars that check all my boxes and are in my budget happen to be these salvaged ones.  One of the comprehensive loss ones is highly attractive though since it is the cheapest car I've looked at so far. I've had cars before on rebuilt titles that have been fine, so its not necessarily a complete turn off, but I am apprehensive about considering it.","c_root_id_A":"ddby90q","c_root_id_B":"ddbvt7k","created_at_utc_A":1486237575,"created_at_utc_B":1486234256,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I would move on. Other than catastrophic engine failure, lots of flood damage doesn't appear for a while. It's all going to be electrical system corrosion.  My car got flooded just into the floor once after a bad rain. Everything worked fine right away. 6 months later my dash went dead, radio wouldn't work and it sometimes wouldn't start. Turns out there is an electrical junction box in the floor under one of the seats. The moisture had started corrosion there and it took several months to get bad enough to notice. I got lucky I was able to fix it with just some end fittings on the wires. But imagine if the same thing happens to your ecu or any other motherboard\/complicated electrical circuit that you can just crimp some new connectors on.","human_ref_B":"I bought a flood salvage car - the car ran fine for years, but the radiator fan caught on fire at one point, and the radio went out.  This was a 1995 car by the way. Nowadays there are SO many more electrical components that I would say it is not worth the risk.  Electrical components have EXTREMELY annoying failure modes - you will get a code that points you at the wrong part because the onboard diagnostics assume that you will only have one thing fail at a time, and that the wiring harness is functioning properly.   If you MUST buy it, have the dealer agree to let you do an extended test drive (at least overnight) and take it to a competent mechanic and have them check the diagnostic codes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3319.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"9gwm8b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much should I sell my clunker for? Local junkyard offered $125, but it still works ok and I think it would be a decent parts car for someone who could use it? The car is a 2003 Buick Lesabre. 186k miles. The engine runs ok, although a cylinder misfires when it rains. The gas gauge doesn't work and always says full. The reason it's no longer driveable is the frame and underside are badly rusted. It has a brake line leak (from rust) that I was quoted over $600 to fix, and that is more than the car is worth.  It does however have 2 new tires, and a new battery if that counts for anything.  I think I can get more than the junkyards offer selling it myself, but I dont know how much to ask for.  Any suggestions are appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"e67jo04","c_root_id_B":"e67i4vu","created_at_utc_A":1537296431,"created_at_utc_B":1537295237,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"You could make more than $125 just by pulling a few easy-to-remove parts and selling them on a GM board.  Lots of the parts will be applicable to other FM models.  Then you can junk what's left.","human_ref_B":"What engine?  Where are you located?  Could potentially be interested.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1194.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"9gwm8b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much should I sell my clunker for? Local junkyard offered $125, but it still works ok and I think it would be a decent parts car for someone who could use it? The car is a 2003 Buick Lesabre. 186k miles. The engine runs ok, although a cylinder misfires when it rains. The gas gauge doesn't work and always says full. The reason it's no longer driveable is the frame and underside are badly rusted. It has a brake line leak (from rust) that I was quoted over $600 to fix, and that is more than the car is worth.  It does however have 2 new tires, and a new battery if that counts for anything.  I think I can get more than the junkyards offer selling it myself, but I dont know how much to ask for.  Any suggestions are appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"e67e3l9","c_root_id_B":"e67jo04","created_at_utc_A":1537292015,"created_at_utc_B":1537296431,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I would not pay $125 for an '03 Lesabre with 186k miles, a rain-induced misfire, a broken gas gauge, leaking, rusted brake lines and a rusted out frame.   Because what I would be buying is a $600+ brake job, a god-only-knows electrical bug hunt, and might-never-pass-inspection frame damage.  Take the money and run, especially if they'll tow it for you.","human_ref_B":"You could make more than $125 just by pulling a few easy-to-remove parts and selling them on a GM board.  Lots of the parts will be applicable to other FM models.  Then you can junk what's left.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4416.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"9gwm8b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How much should I sell my clunker for? Local junkyard offered $125, but it still works ok and I think it would be a decent parts car for someone who could use it? The car is a 2003 Buick Lesabre. 186k miles. The engine runs ok, although a cylinder misfires when it rains. The gas gauge doesn't work and always says full. The reason it's no longer driveable is the frame and underside are badly rusted. It has a brake line leak (from rust) that I was quoted over $600 to fix, and that is more than the car is worth.  It does however have 2 new tires, and a new battery if that counts for anything.  I think I can get more than the junkyards offer selling it myself, but I dont know how much to ask for.  Any suggestions are appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"e67e3l9","c_root_id_B":"e67i4vu","created_at_utc_A":1537292015,"created_at_utc_B":1537295237,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I would not pay $125 for an '03 Lesabre with 186k miles, a rain-induced misfire, a broken gas gauge, leaking, rusted brake lines and a rusted out frame.   Because what I would be buying is a $600+ brake job, a god-only-knows electrical bug hunt, and might-never-pass-inspection frame damage.  Take the money and run, especially if they'll tow it for you.","human_ref_B":"What engine?  Where are you located?  Could potentially be interested.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3222.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"szpxsd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"2012 Versa occasionally stalls\/RPMs go way up but won't accelerate. Transmission or something else? My 2012 Nissan Versa 1.6 SV started doing a weird thing where I would be accelerating and the car would stall out - RPMs were going up but car wasn't accelerating. This is usually super brief and when it does get into gear, there isn't any kind of lurch or bump\/noticeably hard shift. This started out of nowhere about a week ago. I've got 114k miles on it (when I bought it certified preowned in 2014, it only had 10k on it.)  The transmission was replaced under warranty at 64k. It was about five years ago and I can't for the life of me remember why I actually took it in in the first place.  When I talked to the dealership yesterday (I couldn't remember for sure if the whole transmission had been replaced and they were able to confirm that it was) they said whatever issue I was having was highly unlikely to be the transmission, as I've only put 50k miles on it since it was replaced. I was talking directly to the service department and I'm genuinely surprised they didn't try to get me to take it in for an expensive look and repair quote, since, you know, they do that.  It's so intermittent that, of course, the mechanic I took it to couldn't replicate it. They did say the catalytic converter and O2 sensors are on their way out. They quoted me around $2100 for the job, but is that's what's causing the problem or is it a second, unfortunate problem?  Anyone have any ideas? I know there are issues with CVT's but at 50k miles?  And by the way, I did replace the mass air flow sensor the other day - after I did, for about a day it seemed like it was driving perfectly normal until I went out to grab lunch and it started doing it on my way back home. It seems to only do it at lower speeds (when this happened it was in my neighborhood, and then I parked, restarted the engine and it was fine again.)  Am I fucked? Should I look for a new car immediately or is there a way it's a less expensive fix (transmission fluid?) and I can get another year or so out of this one while I get together money and options? Help.","c_root_id_A":"hy5hrad","c_root_id_B":"hy540m6","created_at_utc_A":1645651288,"created_at_utc_B":1645646215,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Unfortunately it sounds like your transmission. Nissan CVTs are not know for their reliability.","human_ref_B":"Probably the transmission again.   Look under \"Common Nissan CVT Symptoms\":   https:\/\/lemonlawexperts.com\/are-nissan-cvt-transmissions-reliable-consumers-say-otherwise\/","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5073.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"snrzr6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Does someone here now what type of car this is? Hello,  There's a girl missing in Denmark who was last seen in this car. Does anyone know what type of car this is?  https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NjylPoliti\/posts\/244951961142937","c_root_id_A":"hw58yin","c_root_id_B":"hw4b2sq","created_at_utc_A":1644359821,"created_at_utc_B":1644347280,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I think it's a Renault Megane:    https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:Renault_M%C3%A9gane_III_Phase_I_F%C3%BCnft%C3%BCrer_Dynamique_Perlmuttschwarz_Heck.JPG","human_ref_B":"Hard to tell but it looks like a Volkswagen Golf to me","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12541.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"x989e3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"does it matter where i get an oil change? i usually get oil changes at goodyear but they\u2019re all booked and i need to get one now. would places that do express oil changes be any less quality than a chain?","c_root_id_A":"inmi4m1","c_root_id_B":"inmj8do","created_at_utc_A":1662663030,"created_at_utc_B":1662663540,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Some places do more than just a drain and fill.  Things the quicky lube aren't qualified to do.  If you have a regular mechanic for the rest of your car they can do the oil, maybe check brakes and fluids too.","human_ref_B":"If you can't get into your normal, trusted mechanic then at a minimum, go to a basic mechanic repair place instead of a quick-oil change place.  Somebody that does brakes & mufflers, etc. Car-X or Midas are better than a Jiffy Lube.  You can frequently get into a place like that without an appointment.  It'll take a little longer than a 15-minute change place, and it's not going to have all the ASE certified master mechanics that a specialist shop would -- but the guys working on it should at least be able to turn a wrench and have a little more knowledge than the high school kid down in the pit giving her ALL the ugga-duggas.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":510.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"x989e3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"does it matter where i get an oil change? i usually get oil changes at goodyear but they\u2019re all booked and i need to get one now. would places that do express oil changes be any less quality than a chain?","c_root_id_A":"inmi4m1","c_root_id_B":"inn3dal","created_at_utc_A":1662663030,"created_at_utc_B":1662671337,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Some places do more than just a drain and fill.  Things the quicky lube aren't qualified to do.  If you have a regular mechanic for the rest of your car they can do the oil, maybe check brakes and fluids too.","human_ref_B":"Ngl the quick oil place kinda fucked my shit up","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8307.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p5e8xc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Anyone else (who lives in a small country) is upset about how hard it is to find some cars that would normally be cheap\/common in bigger countries? So, I live in a very small country (compared to the USA) and I'm really into japanese cars (Nissan being my favorite, the sx to be precise and then the Silvia )  But one thing that frustrates me is that a Nissan sx or Silvia from the 90s can be found at 20k euros, and there's usually only one offer every month in almost every website, is this the normal price for this kind of car? I know they're iconic cars and also they're usually restored and\/or upgraded, but 20k seems like a big value to pay for a used car with 30 years, just because there aren't many in my country, a value I'll surely never pay because I need to gather money while in college.  I'll probably settle with a Honda (which there are PLENTY in my country, almost too many).","c_root_id_A":"h967z02","c_root_id_B":"h96l3p0","created_at_utc_A":1629130327,"created_at_utc_B":1629135387,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As cars age out, there's inherently going to be a lot less of that year\/model around. Then stack the percentage of those remaining cars are still in decent shape.      If the car is something someone bought as a utility in the first place, it probably won't have much value in the classic market, but you've listed sports cars.. which, as long as they weren't terrible, will likely fetch a premium.      and now, in the modern age of internet and shipping, you're no longer just competing against the people a few towns over, or whoever happened to be at the auction that day. Literally the world can be in on purchasing almost everywhere, driving values up globally. \"Why should i sell to you for 1\/4 the price, when i can sell to foreign dude x who will pay that, and all the shipping, customs, etc.\"","human_ref_B":"I've always found it interesting exploring how different countries appreciate car culture. My personal opinion is to enjoy what's available to you and embrace it, even if it leaves some to be desired.  I would LOVE to move to Australia and get a TRD Aurion or Holden ute. I would LOVE to be in Japan and get a Mark X or any of the other weird Toyotas the world has to offer. But I'm in the US, so I've come to appreciate things the US is good at (V8 boats and pony cars and the like).  I became well versed in 2nd gen GM small blocks and 3rd gen F-body's. Not because their the best cars, but because there the best for me, where I'm located right now. A big part of how I appreciate cars is buying\/selling parts, and if I hadn't gotten into domestics I'd have missed huge opportunities. There's always something that tickles me when someone abroad is over the moon to buy parts that we're tripping over in the US. I had a guy in Germany buy parts for his Charger, a guy in the UK buy parts for a 10AE Miata, the Netherlands buy parts for his Firebird and a guy in Australia buy parts for his Camaro. It's fun and really satisfying to be on the other end of someone getting their unicorn piece.  A few weeks back I was in a self-service yard with a friend of mine from China. We came across a Lincoln Town Car limousine and he was shocked that such a thing would be in a scrapyard. He related a story of seeing people pay through the nose in China to import Town Cars and them being a sort of status symbol, so to come across two dozen in a junkyard caught him a bit off guard. It exemplified the idea of appreciating what you have and finding ways to enjoy the hobby how you can, including where you are.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5060.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p5e8xc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Anyone else (who lives in a small country) is upset about how hard it is to find some cars that would normally be cheap\/common in bigger countries? So, I live in a very small country (compared to the USA) and I'm really into japanese cars (Nissan being my favorite, the sx to be precise and then the Silvia )  But one thing that frustrates me is that a Nissan sx or Silvia from the 90s can be found at 20k euros, and there's usually only one offer every month in almost every website, is this the normal price for this kind of car? I know they're iconic cars and also they're usually restored and\/or upgraded, but 20k seems like a big value to pay for a used car with 30 years, just because there aren't many in my country, a value I'll surely never pay because I need to gather money while in college.  I'll probably settle with a Honda (which there are PLENTY in my country, almost too many).","c_root_id_A":"h969ggq","c_root_id_B":"h96l3p0","created_at_utc_A":1629130907,"created_at_utc_B":1629135387,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I invite u to come to India :) here we are not allowed to even repaint a car let alone mod it. We don't have any JDM classics except for a Lancer which stopped after like the 90 or 00 model I forgot. So guess what I'm trying to save up money and build a 2011 hyundai accent. All illegal. Ggwp","human_ref_B":"I've always found it interesting exploring how different countries appreciate car culture. My personal opinion is to enjoy what's available to you and embrace it, even if it leaves some to be desired.  I would LOVE to move to Australia and get a TRD Aurion or Holden ute. I would LOVE to be in Japan and get a Mark X or any of the other weird Toyotas the world has to offer. But I'm in the US, so I've come to appreciate things the US is good at (V8 boats and pony cars and the like).  I became well versed in 2nd gen GM small blocks and 3rd gen F-body's. Not because their the best cars, but because there the best for me, where I'm located right now. A big part of how I appreciate cars is buying\/selling parts, and if I hadn't gotten into domestics I'd have missed huge opportunities. There's always something that tickles me when someone abroad is over the moon to buy parts that we're tripping over in the US. I had a guy in Germany buy parts for his Charger, a guy in the UK buy parts for a 10AE Miata, the Netherlands buy parts for his Firebird and a guy in Australia buy parts for his Camaro. It's fun and really satisfying to be on the other end of someone getting their unicorn piece.  A few weeks back I was in a self-service yard with a friend of mine from China. We came across a Lincoln Town Car limousine and he was shocked that such a thing would be in a scrapyard. He related a story of seeing people pay through the nose in China to import Town Cars and them being a sort of status symbol, so to come across two dozen in a junkyard caught him a bit off guard. It exemplified the idea of appreciating what you have and finding ways to enjoy the hobby how you can, including where you are.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4480.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"q0lc1g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Car tires still leaking after being plugged, what can i do next? ok so a while ago, my tire had a leak and i plugged it up (using those long plug strips). i checked my tires recently and noticed bubbles\/foam still exits that area, what are my options dealing with this situation?","c_root_id_A":"hf952gu","c_root_id_B":"hf8xci7","created_at_utc_A":1633284928,"created_at_utc_B":1633281866,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"As a tire guy, I've replaced lots of those \"plugs\"  with \"plug patches\" go to a tire shop for a professional repair","human_ref_B":"You can take it to get patched.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3062.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"q0lc1g","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Car tires still leaking after being plugged, what can i do next? ok so a while ago, my tire had a leak and i plugged it up (using those long plug strips). i checked my tires recently and noticed bubbles\/foam still exits that area, what are my options dealing with this situation?","c_root_id_A":"hf97jkr","c_root_id_B":"hf8xci7","created_at_utc_A":1633285938,"created_at_utc_B":1633281866,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A tire shop repair will involve removing the tire, and fixing the hole from the inside using adhesive and a proper patch. Much better than the plug kits you can buy. May cost money depending on your tire warranty\/coverage, some places will do patches for free if you bought the tires from them.","human_ref_B":"You can take it to get patched.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4072.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sgnbfm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"If I can drive a manual car would I be able to drive a semi truck? I can drive a manual car just fine. Hypothetically if I hopped in a semi truck, what would that be like with no training? Would I have a shot of getting it going or would it be a mess?","c_root_id_A":"huxhtqd","c_root_id_B":"huxem30","created_at_utc_A":1643590440,"created_at_utc_B":1643589172,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Whose truck you thinking of stealing? Ricky?","human_ref_B":"In the US, you would need a commercial driver\u2019s license. The ability to drive a manual transmission is not a big advantage. You\u2019d need to know how to manage the speed, weight, stability, and turning issues, both forwards and backwards.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1268.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix34ycn","c_root_id_B":"ix34c02","created_at_utc_A":1668943619,"created_at_utc_B":1668943102,"score_A":24,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"4wd and awd cars do not stop any better than other vehicles. Yes, get snow tires.","human_ref_B":"Folks have different opinions on this. I am team snow tire.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":517.0,"score_ratio":1.8461538462}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix34ycn","c_root_id_B":"ix31b1n","created_at_utc_A":1668943619,"created_at_utc_B":1668940507,"score_A":24,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"4wd and awd cars do not stop any better than other vehicles. Yes, get snow tires.","human_ref_B":"Do you know what kind of tires are on the car?   If not posting a picture of the wheel so we can see the make and dimensions would help.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3112.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix34ycn","c_root_id_B":"ix34u0w","created_at_utc_A":1668943619,"created_at_utc_B":1668943519,"score_A":24,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"4wd and awd cars do not stop any better than other vehicles. Yes, get snow tires.","human_ref_B":"Depends on where he lives and how often he has to drive. If it snows infrequently and can wait to drive until the roads are clear, then he won\u2019t need snow tires.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":100.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix3171v","c_root_id_B":"ix34ycn","created_at_utc_A":1668940408,"created_at_utc_B":1668943619,"score_A":2,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"Yes and no. If he has all-seasons at least then he should be ok. Summer tires on the other hand will be terrible in snow even with awd and \u201csnow\u201d mode.","human_ref_B":"4wd and awd cars do not stop any better than other vehicles. Yes, get snow tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3211.0,"score_ratio":12.0}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix31b1n","c_root_id_B":"ix34c02","created_at_utc_A":1668940507,"created_at_utc_B":1668943102,"score_A":4,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Do you know what kind of tires are on the car?   If not posting a picture of the wheel so we can see the make and dimensions would help.","human_ref_B":"Folks have different opinions on this. I am team snow tire.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2595.0,"score_ratio":3.25}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix3171v","c_root_id_B":"ix34c02","created_at_utc_A":1668940408,"created_at_utc_B":1668943102,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Yes and no. If he has all-seasons at least then he should be ok. Summer tires on the other hand will be terrible in snow even with awd and \u201csnow\u201d mode.","human_ref_B":"Folks have different opinions on this. I am team snow tire.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2694.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix31b1n","c_root_id_B":"ix35ml9","created_at_utc_A":1668940507,"created_at_utc_B":1668944168,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Do you know what kind of tires are on the car?   If not posting a picture of the wheel so we can see the make and dimensions would help.","human_ref_B":"The USA is BIG!  Where is he located?  In winter, some places get 5 feet (~150cm) of snow (Buffalo, New York, yesterday)  or never see snow at all.  Also, does he need to go places in snowy conditions?  Makes a big difference if he can phone it in for a day.   All season tires with 4 wheel drive is a pretty good combination for most of us.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3661.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix34u0w","c_root_id_B":"ix35ml9","created_at_utc_A":1668943519,"created_at_utc_B":1668944168,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Depends on where he lives and how often he has to drive. If it snows infrequently and can wait to drive until the roads are clear, then he won\u2019t need snow tires.","human_ref_B":"The USA is BIG!  Where is he located?  In winter, some places get 5 feet (~150cm) of snow (Buffalo, New York, yesterday)  or never see snow at all.  Also, does he need to go places in snowy conditions?  Makes a big difference if he can phone it in for a day.   All season tires with 4 wheel drive is a pretty good combination for most of us.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":649.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix3171v","c_root_id_B":"ix35ml9","created_at_utc_A":1668940408,"created_at_utc_B":1668944168,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Yes and no. If he has all-seasons at least then he should be ok. Summer tires on the other hand will be terrible in snow even with awd and \u201csnow\u201d mode.","human_ref_B":"The USA is BIG!  Where is he located?  In winter, some places get 5 feet (~150cm) of snow (Buffalo, New York, yesterday)  or never see snow at all.  Also, does he need to go places in snowy conditions?  Makes a big difference if he can phone it in for a day.   All season tires with 4 wheel drive is a pretty good combination for most of us.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3760.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix31b1n","c_root_id_B":"ix3171v","created_at_utc_A":1668940507,"created_at_utc_B":1668940408,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Do you know what kind of tires are on the car?   If not posting a picture of the wheel so we can see the make and dimensions would help.","human_ref_B":"Yes and no. If he has all-seasons at least then he should be ok. Summer tires on the other hand will be terrible in snow even with awd and \u201csnow\u201d mode.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":99.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix3171v","c_root_id_B":"ix3dn3f","created_at_utc_A":1668940408,"created_at_utc_B":1668949898,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Yes and no. If he has all-seasons at least then he should be ok. Summer tires on the other hand will be terrible in snow even with awd and \u201csnow\u201d mode.","human_ref_B":"Snow tires are cheap, and they work wonders. If he really has no experience in slippery conditions, and he isn't dirt broke, then get the snow tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9490.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"z00met","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Does my brother need to get snow tires for his Ford Escape all wheel drive? My brother moved to US 6 months ago. He has almost no experience driving in the snow. Its starting to snow where he lives but the car dealership he got the car from told him that he won't need snow tires because his Ford Escape has all wheel drive, and it has a snow mode.   Is their advice correct?","c_root_id_A":"ix3171v","c_root_id_B":"ix34u0w","created_at_utc_A":1668940408,"created_at_utc_B":1668943519,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Yes and no. If he has all-seasons at least then he should be ok. Summer tires on the other hand will be terrible in snow even with awd and \u201csnow\u201d mode.","human_ref_B":"Depends on where he lives and how often he has to drive. If it snows infrequently and can wait to drive until the roads are clear, then he won\u2019t need snow tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3111.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"u8gqdp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Do you still apply the 5-10 minute rule before and after driving for new cars?","c_root_id_A":"i5lepgw","c_root_id_B":"i5l2dnl","created_at_utc_A":1650531306,"created_at_utc_B":1650521110,"score_A":18,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"No that's utter nonsense in modern engines(and older ones likely).  Unless it's well into the negatives in F, you start the car, you drive it gently until it warms up.   As for cooling down, the advice was for turbo cars and modern turbos aren't prone to explode every 15k miles like the 80s. Cooling equipment runs when the car is off if detected.","human_ref_B":"What rule would that be?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10196.0,"score_ratio":1.6363636364}
{"post_id":"u8gqdp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Do you still apply the 5-10 minute rule before and after driving for new cars?","c_root_id_A":"i5lepgw","c_root_id_B":"i5l2lkw","created_at_utc_A":1650531306,"created_at_utc_B":1650521270,"score_A":18,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"No that's utter nonsense in modern engines(and older ones likely).  Unless it's well into the negatives in F, you start the car, you drive it gently until it warms up.   As for cooling down, the advice was for turbo cars and modern turbos aren't prone to explode every 15k miles like the 80s. Cooling equipment runs when the car is off if detected.","human_ref_B":"The what now?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10036.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"4w1lvp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Garage Talk of the Week: What is your favorite car and what is the tiny little thing about it that makes it your favorite? Not much for announcements today, but send us a modmail if you are interested in doing an AMA!","c_root_id_A":"d639xz6","c_root_id_B":"d63opyf","created_at_utc_A":1470271140,"created_at_utc_B":1470300440,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I would have to say my Festiva. ( not Fiesta as most people tend call it) I have had it for 10+ years and it has been a project car for about 8 of that. Yes, it doesn't make a huge amount of power and it definitely isn't the fastest thing on the road but it handles great, gets fantastic gas mileage and is cheap to insure.","human_ref_B":"Audi C6 RS6. Because someone thought ,*Yes, let's take the engine from a Lamborghini and put it in a car. Oh, and then add two turbos to it because we can. *","labels":0,"seconds_difference":29300.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"4w1lvp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Garage Talk of the Week: What is your favorite car and what is the tiny little thing about it that makes it your favorite? Not much for announcements today, but send us a modmail if you are interested in doing an AMA!","c_root_id_A":"d639xz6","c_root_id_B":"d63u4if","created_at_utc_A":1470271140,"created_at_utc_B":1470315101,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would have to say my Festiva. ( not Fiesta as most people tend call it) I have had it for 10+ years and it has been a project car for about 8 of that. Yes, it doesn't make a huge amount of power and it definitely isn't the fastest thing on the road but it handles great, gets fantastic gas mileage and is cheap to insure.","human_ref_B":"Out of all the cars I owned I'm going to have to say it's my miata. Small, light, handled well, but the one thing that made it special was that it was fun without being the fastest in a straight line. IMHO, you can't get more driving pleasure for less.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":43961.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"yhrj3s","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"There's something on my windshield that causes it to streak. What can I do to make it clear? https:\/\/www.imgur.com\/a\/N1VGkj7  It's fine in dry conditions. But when it's raining it's noticeable and when the windows fog up on the outside as seen in the second pic. I have new wipers so it's not that. I tried some window cleaner to remove it but it didn't work. On the first picture you can still see the streaks after wiping my windows clean. What can I use to strip off whatever it is?","c_root_id_A":"iuga2dz","c_root_id_B":"iufoumt","created_at_utc_A":1667182974,"created_at_utc_B":1667173057,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Use Stoner's Invisible glass inside and out. Follow the directions on the bottle to a T.","human_ref_B":"Are you using an ammonia free automotive window cleaner?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9917.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"w7e6u4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How often do you have to rust proof under the car? I did a rust proofing back in 2019 (living in Canada), when should I do it again?","c_root_id_A":"ihjapwu","c_root_id_B":"ihkdqol","created_at_utc_A":1658721156,"created_at_utc_B":1658749246,"score_A":9,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I crown my underbody every year. I skipped one year and things looked noticeably worse so I\u2019ve been good about staying with the schedule since","human_ref_B":"Huh, I did not not know rust proofing was a thing. Learning something new this morning.   Sincerely Life long North Carolina resident","labels":0,"seconds_difference":28090.0,"score_ratio":1.2222222222}
{"post_id":"w7e6u4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How often do you have to rust proof under the car? I did a rust proofing back in 2019 (living in Canada), when should I do it again?","c_root_id_A":"ihjo6dw","c_root_id_B":"ihkdqol","created_at_utc_A":1658729639,"created_at_utc_B":1658749246,"score_A":3,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Once every 8 months. If it s a larger one like an SUV or American pickup, then 4 to 6 months.","human_ref_B":"Huh, I did not not know rust proofing was a thing. Learning something new this morning.   Sincerely Life long North Carolina resident","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19607.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"w7e6u4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How often do you have to rust proof under the car? I did a rust proofing back in 2019 (living in Canada), when should I do it again?","c_root_id_A":"ihkdqol","c_root_id_B":"ihkar72","created_at_utc_A":1658749246,"created_at_utc_B":1658747340,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Huh, I did not not know rust proofing was a thing. Learning something new this morning.   Sincerely Life long North Carolina resident","human_ref_B":"It is a yearly routine for me. I swap to my winter tires, change my floor mats and make an appointment for a Krown service.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1906.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"w7e6u4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How often do you have to rust proof under the car? I did a rust proofing back in 2019 (living in Canada), when should I do it again?","c_root_id_A":"ihkorre","c_root_id_B":"ihjo6dw","created_at_utc_A":1658755163,"created_at_utc_B":1658729639,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Once and then check on it every year, might need some touch ups after awhile!   When I think of rust proofing it means stripping the running gear and applying underbody stonchip + sealers wherever the factory didn't, some manufacturers will only coat the bare minimum from factory, Japanese cars don't have enough and the Germans are starting to get back to the 70s style of applying way more than necessary( a good thing)  If you're talking about the crap that gets sprayed on and washes off after awhile, you'd be better off with something like waxoil and doing it yourself feck it why not thin out a tub of vasiline and use it!  Depends on many factors but something like ziebart treatment is more more worthwhile if it's a vehicle you plan on keeping   I remember going to collect a 1\/4 panel for a mk1 fiesta a few years ago, the guy we were buying from was a fiesta fanatic. He showed us his p&j mk1 xr2 - absolutely pristine and still wearing original paint, absolutely immaculate like put some plastic on the seats and it'd look like it never left the factory - but it had 80k miles on the clock. It had the optional rust treatment done when new - was very costly so not many opted for it. The car we had was a rotbox in comparison, at that moment it was a bare shell on a rotisserie while the one sitting in front of us was a year older and gleaming  I've seen maybe 12 cars that had similar treatments done while young and each one was unbelievably rust free for the age","human_ref_B":"Once every 8 months. If it s a larger one like an SUV or American pickup, then 4 to 6 months.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":25524.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"w7e6u4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"How often do you have to rust proof under the car? I did a rust proofing back in 2019 (living in Canada), when should I do it again?","c_root_id_A":"ihkar72","c_root_id_B":"ihkorre","created_at_utc_A":1658747340,"created_at_utc_B":1658755163,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"It is a yearly routine for me. I swap to my winter tires, change my floor mats and make an appointment for a Krown service.","human_ref_B":"Once and then check on it every year, might need some touch ups after awhile!   When I think of rust proofing it means stripping the running gear and applying underbody stonchip + sealers wherever the factory didn't, some manufacturers will only coat the bare minimum from factory, Japanese cars don't have enough and the Germans are starting to get back to the 70s style of applying way more than necessary( a good thing)  If you're talking about the crap that gets sprayed on and washes off after awhile, you'd be better off with something like waxoil and doing it yourself feck it why not thin out a tub of vasiline and use it!  Depends on many factors but something like ziebart treatment is more more worthwhile if it's a vehicle you plan on keeping   I remember going to collect a 1\/4 panel for a mk1 fiesta a few years ago, the guy we were buying from was a fiesta fanatic. He showed us his p&j mk1 xr2 - absolutely pristine and still wearing original paint, absolutely immaculate like put some plastic on the seats and it'd look like it never left the factory - but it had 80k miles on the clock. It had the optional rust treatment done when new - was very costly so not many opted for it. The car we had was a rotbox in comparison, at that moment it was a bare shell on a rotisserie while the one sitting in front of us was a year older and gleaming  I've seen maybe 12 cars that had similar treatments done while young and each one was unbelievably rust free for the age","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7823.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"j8t2eu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the biggest motorsport that allows road legal cars? I.e you can drive the car to the place, race it then take it home?","c_root_id_A":"g8dyxl5","c_root_id_B":"g8esqkb","created_at_utc_A":1602370739,"created_at_utc_B":1602380460,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I would imagine they still have bracket racing at the drag strips. We raced every Friday night. I ran mom\u2019s \u201871 Beetle.","human_ref_B":"You can Autocross, RallyCross, HPDE or drag race a road legal car, and drive to and from the track, within limits.  Need a helmet, and 3 point seat belts, and a hard roof or roll bar.  Need to pass tech inspection, where they check for a secure battery and decent tires.  Note that you will probably not be competitive in class.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9721.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"j8t2eu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the biggest motorsport that allows road legal cars? I.e you can drive the car to the place, race it then take it home?","c_root_id_A":"g8efebu","c_root_id_B":"g8esqkb","created_at_utc_A":1602376022,"created_at_utc_B":1602380460,"score_A":2,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"I imagine this is possible with SCCA and other ametuer\/semi-prosessional organizations, as long as your car meets their safety rules, like a proper racing seat, harness, fire extinguisher, potentially a roll cage, etc. Realistically, this would be difficult, because you would need to race prep the vehicle after driving it there, such as tires, brakes, fluids, etc. Also, if you're taking racing seriously, you are probably removing seats, sound systems, etc., so a race vehicle wouldn't make a comfortable\/realistic daily driver. I think autocross might be the biggest thing people do with mostly normal\/stock cars.","human_ref_B":"You can Autocross, RallyCross, HPDE or drag race a road legal car, and drive to and from the track, within limits.  Need a helmet, and 3 point seat belts, and a hard roof or roll bar.  Need to pass tech inspection, where they check for a secure battery and decent tires.  Note that you will probably not be competitive in class.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4438.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"j8t2eu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the biggest motorsport that allows road legal cars? I.e you can drive the car to the place, race it then take it home?","c_root_id_A":"g8gijug","c_root_id_B":"g8dyxl5","created_at_utc_A":1602407304,"created_at_utc_B":1602370739,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Now, no one droves them home, but WRC is a top level motorsport that has street-registered cars since the cars are required to drive on public roads to transit between special stages","human_ref_B":"I would imagine they still have bracket racing at the drag strips. We raced every Friday night. I ran mom\u2019s \u201871 Beetle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":36565.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"j8t2eu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the biggest motorsport that allows road legal cars? I.e you can drive the car to the place, race it then take it home?","c_root_id_A":"g8efebu","c_root_id_B":"g8gijug","created_at_utc_A":1602376022,"created_at_utc_B":1602407304,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I imagine this is possible with SCCA and other ametuer\/semi-prosessional organizations, as long as your car meets their safety rules, like a proper racing seat, harness, fire extinguisher, potentially a roll cage, etc. Realistically, this would be difficult, because you would need to race prep the vehicle after driving it there, such as tires, brakes, fluids, etc. Also, if you're taking racing seriously, you are probably removing seats, sound systems, etc., so a race vehicle wouldn't make a comfortable\/realistic daily driver. I think autocross might be the biggest thing people do with mostly normal\/stock cars.","human_ref_B":"Now, no one droves them home, but WRC is a top level motorsport that has street-registered cars since the cars are required to drive on public roads to transit between special stages","labels":0,"seconds_difference":31282.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"j8t2eu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the biggest motorsport that allows road legal cars? I.e you can drive the car to the place, race it then take it home?","c_root_id_A":"g8f7a07","c_root_id_B":"g8gijug","created_at_utc_A":1602385871,"created_at_utc_B":1602407304,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Autocross is closest to that mantra.","human_ref_B":"Now, no one droves them home, but WRC is a top level motorsport that has street-registered cars since the cars are required to drive on public roads to transit between special stages","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21433.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ry643m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the best site for car accessories (i.e., radio antennas, clocks, storage panels, etc.) and installation guides? I have two old cars I (eventually) intend to sell: a 2003 Toyota Corolla CE and a 2007 Toyota Corolla CE. They drive fine, and don't really have any mechanical problems. However, some of the internal accessories are a bit scuffed. The 2007 has a dimming clock, and the windows are hard to roll down, for instance. I've tried looking for sites to buy parts from, but they're either only selling engine parts, or they're from the official Toyota site, where they cost way too much for my budget. Is there a site that would be helpful for me in this regard?","c_root_id_A":"hrmpjpn","c_root_id_B":"hrmp42v","created_at_utc_A":1641560181,"created_at_utc_B":1641559938,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Crutchfield is absolutely the best when it comes to selection of aftermarket car electronics. They also have an excellent database of wiring diagrams to help with your installs. Their prices are not usually the best though, so keep that in mind.","human_ref_B":"When it comes to interior parts you typically won\u2019t find much outside of the dealer. Unless the vehicle had a large aftermarket support for tunning. Radios and antennas check out crutchfield.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":243.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ry643m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the best site for car accessories (i.e., radio antennas, clocks, storage panels, etc.) and installation guides? I have two old cars I (eventually) intend to sell: a 2003 Toyota Corolla CE and a 2007 Toyota Corolla CE. They drive fine, and don't really have any mechanical problems. However, some of the internal accessories are a bit scuffed. The 2007 has a dimming clock, and the windows are hard to roll down, for instance. I've tried looking for sites to buy parts from, but they're either only selling engine parts, or they're from the official Toyota site, where they cost way too much for my budget. Is there a site that would be helpful for me in this regard?","c_root_id_A":"hrmx086","c_root_id_B":"hrmw4gd","created_at_utc_A":1641563883,"created_at_utc_B":1641563481,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Car-part.com lets you search auto recyclers (salvage yards) inventories for exactly the part you need.  For new parts, check 1aauto.com or rockauto.com","human_ref_B":"Crutchfield is first rate for electronics.  They provide excellent installation kits, instructions, and customer service.  If it\u2019s a generic mechanical part, try RockAuto.  Price is right, selection is good, but their return policy sucks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":402.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ry643m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What is the best site for car accessories (i.e., radio antennas, clocks, storage panels, etc.) and installation guides? I have two old cars I (eventually) intend to sell: a 2003 Toyota Corolla CE and a 2007 Toyota Corolla CE. They drive fine, and don't really have any mechanical problems. However, some of the internal accessories are a bit scuffed. The 2007 has a dimming clock, and the windows are hard to roll down, for instance. I've tried looking for sites to buy parts from, but they're either only selling engine parts, or they're from the official Toyota site, where they cost way too much for my budget. Is there a site that would be helpful for me in this regard?","c_root_id_A":"hrmw4gd","c_root_id_B":"hrnmiyi","created_at_utc_A":1641563481,"created_at_utc_B":1641573790,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Crutchfield is first rate for electronics.  They provide excellent installation kits, instructions, and customer service.  If it\u2019s a generic mechanical part, try RockAuto.  Price is right, selection is good, but their return policy sucks.","human_ref_B":"Rockauto.com has the biggest range of parts new and for a good price. Pretty much bumper to bumper list of parts. They'll have oem and aftermarket copies for options. The next best place is ebay in my opinion. You can get aftermarket copies, oem, or used original parts from the same car. Which is especially easy for cars like toyotas.  You can try crutchfield like others have said, but that will be mostly aftermarket stereos that will be very different from stock. On the other sites I mentioned, you will probably be able to get the stock parts.  I always check rockauto first. Then if they don't have it, I search on eBay. Only thing to note is that for eBay especially, you'll need to know the exact name of the part or have a part number.  Edit: no idea why I'm being downvoted when this is solid advice. I've only ever really owned old cars and replacing parts seems like a monthly routine. Especially things like window motors and actuators. I guess the biggest question is are you trying to replace the parts with stock parts or are you trying to upgrade them to a newer aftermarket part. It's just replacing back to stock check out the websites I recommended, otherwise crutchfield is good for upgraded electronics.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10309.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"lqxn5p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I am looking for a new engine, does anyone have any good suggestions? I currently own a 1972 Super Beetle and am looking for a engine with a bit more power that won't require a ton of body shaping. Does anyone have any good suggestions that would fit in the small area of the beetle?","c_root_id_A":"goj537g","c_root_id_B":"goj2r1u","created_at_utc_A":1614129172,"created_at_utc_B":1614127953,"score_A":10,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"There's a really popular Subaru engine swap that requires very little modification to your car. Here is a video of a 73 Super Beetle Subaru swap.","human_ref_B":"get the latest copy of HOT VW magazine.  they'll have some builders in the back for a 2100cc engine.  there's a yt video of a guy w. 1973 super beetle, w\/  500 hp subie engine, but its a major work.  back in the day you could find 356 motors....  today that engine would be worth a new 911.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1219.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111}
{"post_id":"lqxn5p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I am looking for a new engine, does anyone have any good suggestions? I currently own a 1972 Super Beetle and am looking for a engine with a bit more power that won't require a ton of body shaping. Does anyone have any good suggestions that would fit in the small area of the beetle?","c_root_id_A":"goj3zc6","c_root_id_B":"goj537g","created_at_utc_A":1614128587,"created_at_utc_B":1614129172,"score_A":4,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"K-Series or Boxer.  Alternatively, Electric.","human_ref_B":"There's a really popular Subaru engine swap that requires very little modification to your car. Here is a video of a 73 Super Beetle Subaru swap.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":585.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"lqxn5p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I am looking for a new engine, does anyone have any good suggestions? I currently own a 1972 Super Beetle and am looking for a engine with a bit more power that won't require a ton of body shaping. Does anyone have any good suggestions that would fit in the small area of the beetle?","c_root_id_A":"goiy29h","c_root_id_B":"goj537g","created_at_utc_A":1614125618,"created_at_utc_B":1614129172,"score_A":3,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Could go electric.","human_ref_B":"There's a really popular Subaru engine swap that requires very little modification to your car. Here is a video of a 73 Super Beetle Subaru swap.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3554.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lqxn5p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I am looking for a new engine, does anyone have any good suggestions? I currently own a 1972 Super Beetle and am looking for a engine with a bit more power that won't require a ton of body shaping. Does anyone have any good suggestions that would fit in the small area of the beetle?","c_root_id_A":"goj2r1u","c_root_id_B":"goiy29h","created_at_utc_A":1614127953,"created_at_utc_B":1614125618,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"get the latest copy of HOT VW magazine.  they'll have some builders in the back for a 2100cc engine.  there's a yt video of a guy w. 1973 super beetle, w\/  500 hp subie engine, but its a major work.  back in the day you could find 356 motors....  today that engine would be worth a new 911.","human_ref_B":"Could go electric.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2335.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"lqxn5p","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"I am looking for a new engine, does anyone have any good suggestions? I currently own a 1972 Super Beetle and am looking for a engine with a bit more power that won't require a ton of body shaping. Does anyone have any good suggestions that would fit in the small area of the beetle?","c_root_id_A":"goj3zc6","c_root_id_B":"goiy29h","created_at_utc_A":1614128587,"created_at_utc_B":1614125618,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"K-Series or Boxer.  Alternatively, Electric.","human_ref_B":"Could go electric.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2969.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"p0zenu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Where do I go for a clean dashcam install? Let\u2019s say I want a clean dashcam install connected to the battery and no wires showing. Who would do this? Car audio place?","c_root_id_A":"h8a532s","c_root_id_B":"h89vysb","created_at_utc_A":1628514026,"created_at_utc_B":1628508269,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Honestly, you could probably do it yourself. I'm not very mechanically inclined, but I was able to do mine myself.   Mounted the camera on the windshield behind the rear view mirror, tucked the wire behind the headliner and A-pillar running down to the fusebox by the pedals, and used an \"add a fuse\" kit to piggyback off of one of the fuses in the panel.  Amazon sells \"hardwire install\" kits, which come with a longer power cable that's already split on one end so you can ground it and attach it to the \"add a fuse\" kit.   Just make sure that you're piggybacking off of a fuse that only gets power when the car is on, otherwise you'll drain the battery.","human_ref_B":"Yep","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5757.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"sq93gt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Why cant catalytic converters make emissions much better (less) than they do? Woukdnt making them better or bigger be really worth it for companies?","c_root_id_A":"hwk3d59","c_root_id_B":"hwkl3e6","created_at_utc_A":1644614123,"created_at_utc_B":1644620983,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"What's good for the auto companies and the cars they make is zero emissions control devices... Optimal thermal efficiency, no back pressure, no exhaust in the intake, less carbon buildup, proper oil viscositys etc. not to mention the engines computer and software would be significantly simpler if they only need to monitor the things to make an engine run right and not any of the other stuff  But they currently need to engineer the vehicle around emissions and mpg standards  Not saying any of it is bad... We need it because we need to breathe the air we live in   it's just things like higher compression ratios lead to higher efficiency but also hotter combustion temps thus higher Nox emissions which is a no no from gvt regs.  Things like that are why the diesel trucks that get \"deleted\" (have all the emissions controls programed out and equipment removed) get better power, mpg, and reliability","human_ref_B":"Cats require high temps to operate.  Make them too big and they can\u2019t get hot enough.   Also, cats don\u2019t work on CO2.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6860.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdo9p6l","c_root_id_B":"hdnkk8t","created_at_utc_A":1632192737,"created_at_utc_B":1632180990,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It's from that magical time, the 1990's, when Japanese sports cars were over engineered and very competitive. Consumers still cared about sports cars and were willing to shell out money for something fun, fast and well built. In later years when the tuning craze hit it's peak there were all sorts of crazy builds and Toyota Supra's could be built to go stupidly fast on stock internals. The 2jz is a great engine, it has the power and potential of the LS1 and the reliability of the old straight 6 AMC motor that Jeeps used to run.","human_ref_B":"big power","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11747.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdnpfuq","c_root_id_B":"hdo9p6l","created_at_utc_A":1632183330,"created_at_utc_B":1632192737,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Its a really good platform to build on, and as eith any platform thats pretty good theres loads of people overstating how awesome it is and some people hating on it and underselling it.","human_ref_B":"It's from that magical time, the 1990's, when Japanese sports cars were over engineered and very competitive. Consumers still cared about sports cars and were willing to shell out money for something fun, fast and well built. In later years when the tuning craze hit it's peak there were all sorts of crazy builds and Toyota Supra's could be built to go stupidly fast on stock internals. The 2jz is a great engine, it has the power and potential of the LS1 and the reliability of the old straight 6 AMC motor that Jeeps used to run.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9407.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdnrpxq","c_root_id_B":"hdo9p6l","created_at_utc_A":1632184398,"created_at_utc_B":1632192737,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Tell me about a more capable and bulletproof 3.0L engine. I'll wait.","human_ref_B":"It's from that magical time, the 1990's, when Japanese sports cars were over engineered and very competitive. Consumers still cared about sports cars and were willing to shell out money for something fun, fast and well built. In later years when the tuning craze hit it's peak there were all sorts of crazy builds and Toyota Supra's could be built to go stupidly fast on stock internals. The 2jz is a great engine, it has the power and potential of the LS1 and the reliability of the old straight 6 AMC motor that Jeeps used to run.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8339.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdo9p6l","c_root_id_B":"hdo1twe","created_at_utc_A":1632192737,"created_at_utc_B":1632189068,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It's from that magical time, the 1990's, when Japanese sports cars were over engineered and very competitive. Consumers still cared about sports cars and were willing to shell out money for something fun, fast and well built. In later years when the tuning craze hit it's peak there were all sorts of crazy builds and Toyota Supra's could be built to go stupidly fast on stock internals. The 2jz is a great engine, it has the power and potential of the LS1 and the reliability of the old straight 6 AMC motor that Jeeps used to run.","human_ref_B":"Semen makes it run 100x better, everyone knows that","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3669.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdnkk8t","c_root_id_B":"hdojps3","created_at_utc_A":1632180990,"created_at_utc_B":1632198233,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"big power","human_ref_B":"On top of the build potential of the 2jz-gte, there's also something special about a good straight six. They're balanced, and smooth and tend to have a unique exhaust note.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17243.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdojps3","c_root_id_B":"hdnpfuq","created_at_utc_A":1632198233,"created_at_utc_B":1632183330,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"On top of the build potential of the 2jz-gte, there's also something special about a good straight six. They're balanced, and smooth and tend to have a unique exhaust note.","human_ref_B":"Its a really good platform to build on, and as eith any platform thats pretty good theres loads of people overstating how awesome it is and some people hating on it and underselling it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14903.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdojps3","c_root_id_B":"hdnrpxq","created_at_utc_A":1632198233,"created_at_utc_B":1632184398,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"On top of the build potential of the 2jz-gte, there's also something special about a good straight six. They're balanced, and smooth and tend to have a unique exhaust note.","human_ref_B":"Tell me about a more capable and bulletproof 3.0L engine. I'll wait.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13835.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdojps3","c_root_id_B":"hdo1twe","created_at_utc_A":1632198233,"created_at_utc_B":1632189068,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"On top of the build potential of the 2jz-gte, there's also something special about a good straight six. They're balanced, and smooth and tend to have a unique exhaust note.","human_ref_B":"Semen makes it run 100x better, everyone knows that","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9165.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdnkk8t","c_root_id_B":"hdq2cab","created_at_utc_A":1632180990,"created_at_utc_B":1632235688,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"big power","human_ref_B":"Turbo 2jz make 300hp. Install boost controller. Now turbo 2jz make 500hp.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":54698.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdq2cab","c_root_id_B":"hdnpfuq","created_at_utc_A":1632235688,"created_at_utc_B":1632183330,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Turbo 2jz make 300hp. Install boost controller. Now turbo 2jz make 500hp.","human_ref_B":"Its a really good platform to build on, and as eith any platform thats pretty good theres loads of people overstating how awesome it is and some people hating on it and underselling it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":52358.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdnrpxq","c_root_id_B":"hdq2cab","created_at_utc_A":1632184398,"created_at_utc_B":1632235688,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Tell me about a more capable and bulletproof 3.0L engine. I'll wait.","human_ref_B":"Turbo 2jz make 300hp. Install boost controller. Now turbo 2jz make 500hp.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":51290.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdq2cab","c_root_id_B":"hdo1twe","created_at_utc_A":1632235688,"created_at_utc_B":1632189068,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Turbo 2jz make 300hp. Install boost controller. Now turbo 2jz make 500hp.","human_ref_B":"Semen makes it run 100x better, everyone knows that","labels":1,"seconds_difference":46620.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdotyol","c_root_id_B":"hdq2cab","created_at_utc_A":1632205326,"created_at_utc_B":1632235688,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've seen multiple 2jz running 1000hp with stock internals. It won't last for ever but that's damn impressive.  At one point here in Australia there was an unofficial competition to have the highest powered 2jz on an unopened block.","human_ref_B":"Turbo 2jz make 300hp. Install boost controller. Now turbo 2jz make 500hp.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":30362.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdqqzbm","c_root_id_B":"hdnkk8t","created_at_utc_A":1632245801,"created_at_utc_B":1632180990,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Because with ten grand, it will decimate all","human_ref_B":"big power","labels":1,"seconds_difference":64811.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdnpfuq","c_root_id_B":"hdqqzbm","created_at_utc_A":1632183330,"created_at_utc_B":1632245801,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Its a really good platform to build on, and as eith any platform thats pretty good theres loads of people overstating how awesome it is and some people hating on it and underselling it.","human_ref_B":"Because with ten grand, it will decimate all","labels":0,"seconds_difference":62471.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdqqzbm","c_root_id_B":"hdnrpxq","created_at_utc_A":1632245801,"created_at_utc_B":1632184398,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Because with ten grand, it will decimate all","human_ref_B":"Tell me about a more capable and bulletproof 3.0L engine. I'll wait.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":61403.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdqqzbm","c_root_id_B":"hdo1twe","created_at_utc_A":1632245801,"created_at_utc_B":1632189068,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Because with ten grand, it will decimate all","human_ref_B":"Semen makes it run 100x better, everyone knows that","labels":1,"seconds_difference":56733.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ps6f1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Why do so many people bust a nut over 2jz engine? Why though","c_root_id_A":"hdotyol","c_root_id_B":"hdqqzbm","created_at_utc_A":1632205326,"created_at_utc_B":1632245801,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've seen multiple 2jz running 1000hp with stock internals. It won't last for ever but that's damn impressive.  At one point here in Australia there was an unofficial competition to have the highest powered 2jz on an unopened block.","human_ref_B":"Because with ten grand, it will decimate all","labels":0,"seconds_difference":40475.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"aksgx4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Why is there so much variation in power loss between the flywheel and wheels between different brands of cars? For example some cars produce around 500kw of power at the flywheel and by the time it hits the wheels it is around 350kw and other cars will produce 450kw at the flywheel and by the time it hits the wheels it is putting out 400kw?","c_root_id_A":"ef7q9ux","c_root_id_B":"ef7xtal","created_at_utc_A":1548717794,"created_at_utc_B":1548722901,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Because there are great variations in the components between the flywheel and the wheels between different brands of cars.","human_ref_B":"Could depend on accessories. For example, flywheel could be measured on the non-AC variant of the car. Add AC and lose some HP.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5107.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"8cdv5h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Buying used...I can only afford to have a mechanic look at one car for me, need help picking which one looks most promising. 2007 Saturn Aura XE or 2005 Trailblazer LS (details inside) Any words of wisdom? 2007 Saturn Aura XE: 145k, pretty much what you see is what you get.  Looks to be a re-skinned Impala.  The owner said everything works and it isn't showing any signs of trouble anywhere.    2005 Trailblazer LS: 180k, I asked the owner why he replaced so many things before selling it.  He said \"I just don't like driving junky cars\" so he just fixed whatever popped up as it happened, not all the new parts are recent but all within the last year or so.   They both seem to be in similar aesthetic condition apart from the little kiss on the Trailblazer's front right.  I have pretty typical pros and cons: the Saturn is newer but hasn't been refreshed mechanically.  The trailblazer is worse on gas but having room is a big bonus.  If it was a dead tie mechanically I would choose the Trailblazer, but I wouldn't sacrifice reliability just to have an SUV.    Any advice you can give would be great!  Thanks for looking!","c_root_id_A":"dxeet5d","c_root_id_B":"dxec96t","created_at_utc_A":1523798812,"created_at_utc_B":1523794445,"score_A":13,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I know this isn\u2019t \/r\/personalfinance but I wonder if you can only afford one $50 inspection can you afford to repair and repair either vehicle? Both are around $3k so I assume that\u2019s your cap. Since neither of those cars are known for reliability, what about something a little older, less of an initial price, and more reliable?   Here is a 2001 Bonneville - only asking $2k. One owner, lowish miles, supposedly well maintained, good tires, the great 3.8 motor and plenty roomy.   Edit - correct link - https:\/\/grandrapids.craigslist.org\/cto\/d\/01-bonneville-one-owner-low\/6560782836.html","human_ref_B":"Here's my opinion, I've been in the car business nearly 20yrs now and given a choice between these two vehicles, I'd keep looking for better options. There are definitely more reliable vehicles out there. That being said, if your committed to purchasing one of the above, then here's some general information to help you out. Both vehicles are manufactured by GM which means both will have readily available parts. However, the Trailblazer for the most part has remained unchanged for many years meaning if you're a junkyard mechanic (getting used parts from a junk yard vs new parts from a retail outlet, a very cost saving practice for keeping an older car on the road) then the Trailblazer is a great option. I mention parts and repair because neither of things vehicles are expected to remain maintience free. They will have issues and they will need repairs. They're both \"higher\" mileage domestics. Another note worthy mention is that they're both made from cheaply assembled plastic parts. Overall interior condition would be a huge indicator for me. If it's been abused inside, it's a safe bet that it wasn't taken care of in any other aspect either. Lastly, consider your usage. Is this a back and forth to work car, are you hauling a lot of stuff and\/or people. Is the trailblazer 4x4? Do you need 4x4? Do you want to sit up higher with greater visibility or lower with more responsive handling? Neither car is a clear winner over the other, instead, I would focus on your needs as your main deciding factor unless one vehicle has clear warning signs over the other one.   Final note: The trailblazers can be very reliable vehicles and when something does break, it's generally very cheap and easy to replace. I wouldn't be weary of the owner replacing so many things. My guess all of these parts were worn with age, not broken down prematurely meaning as you've said, it's been \"refreshed\". The saturn is only 40k miles behind and if it hasn't had any repairs you can bet worn out parts will start popping up very soon. Would matter the make or model of the car, everything has parts that wear out in that 150-180k mile range.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4367.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"z66kvm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is this a typical repair experience, or am I lucky I drive a common, simple car? Friday evening, while visiting a city I don't live in, the starter in my 2013 Civic failed and I had to leave it in a parking lot overnight. I was able to get it towed over to a shop first thing in the morning (I was lucky I was planning to stay the night anyways), where they were able to get a new starter and install it within a few hours so I could drive back home to the city I lived in without completely inconveniencing my weekend.  Are quick repair turnarounds like this common, or am I lucky I own a Civic and not something more luxury? Its coincidental this happened as I've been actively looking at upgrading cars as my budget allows me to, but man, if this happened and they couldn't find the part and install it in that same day then it would have sucked for me, being on the road several hours from where I live.  Would you expect this to be a way bigger pain with car brands other than Honda\/Toyota\/etc.? Or am I giving these brands too much credit and most cars would have quick turnaround on repairs like this?","c_root_id_A":"iy0tsxk","c_root_id_B":"ixzygi4","created_at_utc_A":1669586417,"created_at_utc_B":1669574059,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Civics are super common, most auto parts places would most likely have a starter for them in stock. Doing a starter on a civic in also super easy. Id say the lucky part is bringing a car in without an appointment and getting it done that day","human_ref_B":"Civics are very common so parts are quick, easy, and cheap. They are also easy to work on, so the time needed to do the job is short.  Luxury cars that are produced in lower volume and are more complicated may not be like this, but for some things they are still reasonably easy. It depends on the car and the issue.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12358.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"v498sn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"E85 in 2016 KIA Sedona...is my mechanic lying? We have a 2016 KIA Sedona that we bought just over a year ago.  3 weeks ago, it lost power, and the check engine light turned on.  We have a warranty that requires us to use the dealer's mechanic, and our past experience with this mechanic has been poor.  With this new issue, they first said it needed a new fuel pump, which they replaced under warranty (after fighting the warranty company for a week).  Another week for the part to come in.  After replacing it, they said it still doesn't run right, and tested the fuel.  They claim it has E85 in it.  Tangent:  >Checking our credit card history, we haven't even gone to a gas station that sells E85 in months.  We live at altitude, where you can get 85 Octane gas, but we always put 91 Octane fuel in.  So, I don't see how we would have even accidentally put E85 in, thinking it was 85 Octane.  A Google search also said making this mistake once shouldn't hurt the car, and that only repeatedly doing so would damage it.  So, we are highly doubtful it actually had E85 fuel in it.  But because of that, they said it needs to be flushed, which is $700 not covered by warranty.  They did that (after waiting another week for a tool), and they say it still isn't running right.  So, now they want to replace fuel injectors and spark plugs, and do a fuel injection service, for an *additional* $3k.  I'm just sick.  None of this makes sense to us.  Can some of you please provide a sanity check and give your opinions on all this?  I thought between warranty and insurance we would be covered for everything, and then I'm left paying nearly $4k out of pocket.","c_root_id_A":"ib36w78","c_root_id_B":"ib32ic1","created_at_utc_A":1654295312,"created_at_utc_B":1654292965,"score_A":12,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Find another kia dealership.  If it's a Kia warranty then you're good to go to another dealer.","human_ref_B":"Did your car begin to show these issues right after you fueled up? If it was truly caused by the wrong fuel being put in, you would most likely have quickly realized that after leaving the gas station. If you\u2019re going to have to pay out of pocket anyways, why not call around and find some other mechanic that you trust more and that will most likely charge you a lot less for the repairs.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2347.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"507168","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How to make a 2.3 I4 engine sound more interesting? Hi all,  I am thinking about welding my own header and exhaust, to make my inline-4 (2.3L, Mercedes M115.954) engine sound a little more interesting. I read a few things about unequal length headers, and was wondering if this would get me a nicer sound, and how big the difference in length would need to be. I am aware that it will not produce the typical boxer-rumble, but i want to get close to it. Does anyone have any experience with custom exhausts\/unequal headers, or done something similar?  Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"d724spc","c_root_id_B":"d7228j7","created_at_utc_A":1472525741,"created_at_utc_B":1472521914,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"To actually answer your question, what you want to do is to weld the header together so that pairs of cylinders join together before the whole. Figure out the firing order then join the two consecutive firing pistons into two pairs. For instance, cylinders firing off first and second join together into one tube and cylinders firing 3rd and 4th are joined together into a second tube. Once that's done, target an RPM you want the car to sound good at. Design the length of one of the pairs of cyl's so that it meets the exhaust pulse at the same time as the other.  What this is doing is essentially mimicing the pressure dynamics of the v8, whereby two cylinders fire at the same time. In the I4 they won't ever fire at the same time but the exhaust pulses will meet at the same time and give a more robust \"thump\".  This will sound good in a narrow RPM band, I can assure you of that. But it will net you -10 - 20% horsepower because you can expect to lose all exhaust scavenging. Also good luck with packaging. Also I have no idea what it'd sound like at any other RPM. Probably pretty bad.  Edit: Oh and if you want it to wail like this you'll have to double the engine speed. So like 12k rpm","human_ref_B":"Engine swap","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3827.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"507168","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How to make a 2.3 I4 engine sound more interesting? Hi all,  I am thinking about welding my own header and exhaust, to make my inline-4 (2.3L, Mercedes M115.954) engine sound a little more interesting. I read a few things about unequal length headers, and was wondering if this would get me a nicer sound, and how big the difference in length would need to be. I am aware that it will not produce the typical boxer-rumble, but i want to get close to it. Does anyone have any experience with custom exhausts\/unequal headers, or done something similar?  Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"d724spc","c_root_id_B":"d71wd1n","created_at_utc_A":1472525741,"created_at_utc_B":1472513348,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"To actually answer your question, what you want to do is to weld the header together so that pairs of cylinders join together before the whole. Figure out the firing order then join the two consecutive firing pistons into two pairs. For instance, cylinders firing off first and second join together into one tube and cylinders firing 3rd and 4th are joined together into a second tube. Once that's done, target an RPM you want the car to sound good at. Design the length of one of the pairs of cyl's so that it meets the exhaust pulse at the same time as the other.  What this is doing is essentially mimicing the pressure dynamics of the v8, whereby two cylinders fire at the same time. In the I4 they won't ever fire at the same time but the exhaust pulses will meet at the same time and give a more robust \"thump\".  This will sound good in a narrow RPM band, I can assure you of that. But it will net you -10 - 20% horsepower because you can expect to lose all exhaust scavenging. Also good luck with packaging. Also I have no idea what it'd sound like at any other RPM. Probably pretty bad.  Edit: Oh and if you want it to wail like this you'll have to double the engine speed. So like 12k rpm","human_ref_B":"I realize my 1.8t turbo isn't the same, but I went for a 2.5 full catless exhaust. It's quiet when driving but when you get on it, it sounds pretty fucking awesome. I personally wouldn't fuck with your headers but I'd go for a full exhaust. I did the same on my older Mazda (2.0 i4) and it sounded pretty good.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12393.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"507168","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How to make a 2.3 I4 engine sound more interesting? Hi all,  I am thinking about welding my own header and exhaust, to make my inline-4 (2.3L, Mercedes M115.954) engine sound a little more interesting. I read a few things about unequal length headers, and was wondering if this would get me a nicer sound, and how big the difference in length would need to be. I am aware that it will not produce the typical boxer-rumble, but i want to get close to it. Does anyone have any experience with custom exhausts\/unequal headers, or done something similar?  Thanks in advance!","c_root_id_A":"d71wd1n","c_root_id_B":"d7228j7","created_at_utc_A":1472513348,"created_at_utc_B":1472521914,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I realize my 1.8t turbo isn't the same, but I went for a 2.5 full catless exhaust. It's quiet when driving but when you get on it, it sounds pretty fucking awesome. I personally wouldn't fuck with your headers but I'd go for a full exhaust. I did the same on my older Mazda (2.0 i4) and it sounded pretty good.","human_ref_B":"Engine swap","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8566.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wrwdwo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Can you change your tire size to a different one even if it's still the same rim size? Hi guys I want to get a set of winter tires for my car but my tire size is just too hard to find where I'm from. So is it possible to get a set of tires of a different size? For example, my tire size is 205\/55\/17 could I then get a set of 215\/50\/17? Would it be okay as long its the same rim size?","c_root_id_A":"ikv05j0","c_root_id_B":"ikutbgy","created_at_utc_A":1660863704,"created_at_utc_B":1660860935,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Some yes some no. I went up from 255s to 265s on my truck,and haven't had problems. Some small changes can be done, but that all depends how the tire and rim are designed.","human_ref_B":"If you change the tire size you could end up scraping inside the wheel wells. The other thing is the tire size you're talking about is wider than OEM. So there's a chance that the tire wouldn't fit your rims at all because they're too wide. It's best to stick with what the manufacturer recommends. Not saying it can't be changed, but this would be for best practice.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2769.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"wrwdwo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Can you change your tire size to a different one even if it's still the same rim size? Hi guys I want to get a set of winter tires for my car but my tire size is just too hard to find where I'm from. So is it possible to get a set of tires of a different size? For example, my tire size is 205\/55\/17 could I then get a set of 215\/50\/17? Would it be okay as long its the same rim size?","c_root_id_A":"ikutbgy","c_root_id_B":"ikvi5tx","created_at_utc_A":1660860935,"created_at_utc_B":1660871618,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If you change the tire size you could end up scraping inside the wheel wells. The other thing is the tire size you're talking about is wider than OEM. So there's a chance that the tire wouldn't fit your rims at all because they're too wide. It's best to stick with what the manufacturer recommends. Not saying it can't be changed, but this would be for best practice.","human_ref_B":"Changing tire diameter will cause your speedometer to be inaccurate as well as affecting your transmissions gear ratio. Bigger tires will hurt acceleration, smaller tires will increase it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10683.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"wrwdwo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Can you change your tire size to a different one even if it's still the same rim size? Hi guys I want to get a set of winter tires for my car but my tire size is just too hard to find where I'm from. So is it possible to get a set of tires of a different size? For example, my tire size is 205\/55\/17 could I then get a set of 215\/50\/17? Would it be okay as long its the same rim size?","c_root_id_A":"ikutbgy","c_root_id_B":"ikvwgqg","created_at_utc_A":1660860935,"created_at_utc_B":1660878189,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you change the tire size you could end up scraping inside the wheel wells. The other thing is the tire size you're talking about is wider than OEM. So there's a chance that the tire wouldn't fit your rims at all because they're too wide. It's best to stick with what the manufacturer recommends. Not saying it can't be changed, but this would be for best practice.","human_ref_B":"This is such a small change that on 99% of cars it would be absolutely fine. There are tire size calculators online, find one and make the comparison.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17254.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"tyfd7b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Grease Monkey did not tighten oil plug after oil change and it fell out. What do I do? Got kind of a weird one for y'all, but I am not completely sure who to  ask because I don't know how common this is. I drive a 2008 Honda Pilot.  I brought it to a local Grease Monkey shop to get an oil change last  Tuesday, March 29. I and some friends took the car down to Florida (from  Atlanta) for a few days. Upon arriving back to Atlanta, about a mile  away from my home I heard what sounded like a rock bouncing up and  hitting the bottom of the car. As I was pulling into my driveway the car  started acting jumpy and dash lights came on. When I got out of the  car, there was oil pouring from the bottom of the car onto the driveway.  I initially thought something had punctured my oil pan, but when I got  under there I noticed the oil plug had completely fallen out. This was  late last night, so I haven't bought a new oil plug and oil yet.  However, I did call Grease Monkey this morning (and recorded it, as I am  not sure how much damage could have been done to my motor in that short  timeframe). They are sending someone over this afternoon to replace the  plug and refill the oil. I am sure if after he installs it and the car  is running fine, they will leave it at that, but what if 5k miles from  now I start seeing problems? My question is how should I handle this and  what would a \"car person\" do in this situation (besides change the oil  myself, which I will be doing in the future)?","c_root_id_A":"i3rywnm","c_root_id_B":"i3rxc3s","created_at_utc_A":1649347136,"created_at_utc_B":1649346532,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Number one, you need to be there when they start it back up the first time. It should be loud for about 3 seconds and then immediately quiet down as soon as it gets oil flow. There should be no warning lights on the dash at that time. If it is nice and quiet, drive it back to the oil shop and have them clean up all the oil all over the bottom of your car with a solvent that really takes the oil off. You need to ensure that at that time, the oil drain plug tightens up snugly to know that the female threads in the pan are not stripped. There also may be dtc in the background of the engine computer that is applicable. I would have them document and clear it. If all seems to be fine, check service history and make sure the timing belt has been done on this vehicle they are due at 90-120k miles. I would imagine the biggest issue with losing oil pressure for a sustained period would show up as timing component wear\/failure.","human_ref_B":"Don\u2019t use quick lube shops, they\u2019re notorious for problems. At this point you\u2019re hoping there was no damage done to your engine. If you have troubles once it\u2019s refilled or down the line, you\u2019ll likely need to take them to court.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":604.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"n0ocqa","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Is it ok to wrap a catalytic converter in that fiber material wrap?? I recently replaced a catalytic converter with a cheap aftermarket one.  It was advertised as direct fit but wasn\u2019t so factory heat shield wouldn\u2019t fit.  I\u2019m concerned about a possible fire hazard and it being my daughter\u2019s car and all.  Will the fiber wrap with metal zip ties work and be safe???","c_root_id_A":"gw88lgz","c_root_id_B":"gw86yia","created_at_utc_A":1619649330,"created_at_utc_B":1619648552,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Wrapping it may damage the cat - you can get heat shield material in sort of corrugated panels, as self-adhesive foil, or just get some thin gauge aluminium and cut & bend to deflect the heat away from the body.","human_ref_B":"They also make heat shield kits you can trim to fit. Might be safer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":778.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"edx2cs","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"All three lights on my 04 sienna even after I got my O2 sensor fixed and my catalytic converter! Please help? I brought it to a shop and they fixed the catalytic converter which is what the code registered for. Then that didn't work so they tried the O2 sensor. That didn't work. Now $800 later I don't trust them for obvious reasons and don't wanna sink any more cash into it. The van drives perfectly! Thanks","c_root_id_A":"fbmjqku","c_root_id_B":"fbns3cq","created_at_utc_A":1576984815,"created_at_utc_B":1577002404,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"What code is it throwing? You can ask the mechanic or take it to any auto parts shop to check this.","human_ref_B":"This is absolutely diagnoseable. What code(s) are triggering the CEL? Your mechanic should be able to tell you that -- you should ask for details of what lead them to replace the parts they did. I'd recommend talking to them, but if you just never want to speak to them again, many car parts stores will run your codes for free. Heck, you can even buy a Bluetooth OBD-II reader on Amazon these days, and check your codes on your phone.   It's of course certainly possible if you got the car back and the CEL was still on that they just didn't clear the codes after replacing the parts.. you could try clearing the codes and then running the vehicle through a compete drive cycle (look it up on Google for your car, likely involves multiple start\/stop sessions as well as different multiple speeds for certain amounts of time). If you're super lucky, maybe the CEL stays off after the drive cycle is complete. Of course, the flip side of that coin is they cleared the codes and gave you the car back before the drive cycle was complete -- and this is likely true if the CEL came back on shortly (within a few days, depending on your driving habits) after you got the car back from them.   So (and I'm making assumptions you've got some sort of exhaust \/ O2 sensor codes here) -- in terms of what else might be wrong with your car: you could still have an exhaust leak between your pre-cat and post-cat O2 sensors. One of your O2 sensors could be bad, or not installed correctly (I've seen both, even with brand new sensors). It's also possible your problem isn't actually on the exhaust side, but the intake side. I had a few pin hole cracks on an intake manifold of a 2007 Benz E-class.. this intake leak was causing O2 sensor errors. After much banging my head against the wall and spending too much throwing parts at it... A simple smoke test found the pin hole leaks, and might be a good next step for you to consider.   Good luck, OP!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17589.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"x1gstj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How much should I sell my car for? I have a 2005 dodge stratus I was using for work. It was overheating so I took it in and replaced water pump and timing chain. Cost me about $1200. I bring it home and the engine won't turn over so I had a guy come out to replace the starter. It still won't start. He said that he suspects it is the computer and that I would need to take it to someone who works with the electrical side, he thinks it would cost me another $800.  I've reached my limit on paying for repairs for this thing. It has new timing chain, new water pump, new starter, and an engine that is just under 100,000. The car has some life left in it, but I don't want to deal with it anymore. What should I price it at?","c_root_id_A":"imdyy1b","c_root_id_B":"imdpvji","created_at_utc_A":1661868260,"created_at_utc_B":1661864169,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Spend the $100 or so and get a real diagnostic.  You might be able to find a computer cheap on ebay or from a pick a part for less than $800.  In my experience a running car with maintenance done and working a\/c should sell for around $3k at least.  Not running you're gonna have to get someone willing to take it off your hands and a Stratus doesn't exactly bring a lot of interest.  Get it diagnosed and go from there.","human_ref_B":"Find local comparables on Facebook marketplace.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4091.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"d819eg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you disconnect the battery to save the charge for storing a car? Hi.  My car is kinda old (2000 model) I'll store it for about a month.  The reason why I'm doing this it is because I hardly use my car. So after 2 weeks the battery is dead and I need to charge it up. Whenever I use it, it is dead. So I came with a theorical solution, which is unplugging a terminal from the battery. Would this me harmful for such a long period of time and being a recurrent method of storing?   Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"f170v6m","c_root_id_B":"f16ksf6","created_at_utc_A":1569231692,"created_at_utc_B":1569215430,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Yes.  Disconnect the negative terminal and it will hold a charge much longer.","human_ref_B":"If you garage your car you can use what's called a trickle charger. Although a battery going dead after 2 weeks feels a bit short to me, are you sure you dont have a paracitic draw or just a shitty battery?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16262.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6x0ugr","c_root_id_B":"d6wxmik","created_at_utc_A":1472180144,"created_at_utc_B":1472175299,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My E60 M5 with an aftermarket Dinan exhaust.   There's just nothing like a V10 engine. Nothing. Except a V12 and perhaps a W16 :D","human_ref_B":"My 1970 Chevelle, the rumble of a nice big block is a great sound. Most of the time I don't even turn the radio on as I just enjoy hearing the engine work its way through the RPMS. It's been a great car to own, and even though I love all kinds of different cars, I don't think I could ever own anything other than a Chevelle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4845.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xfebi","c_root_id_B":"d6wxmik","created_at_utc_A":1472216354,"created_at_utc_B":1472175299,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A 2002 Subaru WRX STi Open class rally car. 2.0 JDM block from ProDrive, 43psi of boost, full anti-lag, launch control, H-pattern dog box. Sweet mother of god when you hit boost, **you know it**.","human_ref_B":"My 1970 Chevelle, the rumble of a nice big block is a great sound. Most of the time I don't even turn the radio on as I just enjoy hearing the engine work its way through the RPMS. It's been a great car to own, and even though I love all kinds of different cars, I don't think I could ever own anything other than a Chevelle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":41055.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xfebi","c_root_id_B":"d6x5vmz","created_at_utc_A":1472216354,"created_at_utc_B":1472189356,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A 2002 Subaru WRX STi Open class rally car. 2.0 JDM block from ProDrive, 43psi of boost, full anti-lag, launch control, H-pattern dog box. Sweet mother of god when you hit boost, **you know it**.","human_ref_B":"I was lucky enough to get a drive in a 458 and the owner let me put it into race mode. The fucking noise was incredible. Very special car. Felt like I was in a video game.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26998.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xfebi","c_root_id_B":"d6xfdhx","created_at_utc_A":1472216354,"created_at_utc_B":1472216313,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A 2002 Subaru WRX STi Open class rally car. 2.0 JDM block from ProDrive, 43psi of boost, full anti-lag, launch control, H-pattern dog box. Sweet mother of god when you hit boost, **you know it**.","human_ref_B":"The really ridiculous cars, a friend from college had a track built '82 BMW 320 that was just a blast, he later moved on to an LS1 swapped '86 BMW 325 that just begs to be driven hard. My brother's '72 buick skylark from high school always put a smile on my face as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":41.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xt0nf","c_root_id_B":"d6wxmik","created_at_utc_A":1472234772,"created_at_utc_B":1472175299,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My 300zx Twin Turbo, was a dream come true when I bought it at age 20, a car that no 20 year old has any business owning. The interior and the performance of that of a (adjusted for inflation) $60,000 car. That's why I still have it to this day and can't imagine selling it. It sits in the garage most of the time, which makes it that much more special when it does get driven.","human_ref_B":"My 1970 Chevelle, the rumble of a nice big block is a great sound. Most of the time I don't even turn the radio on as I just enjoy hearing the engine work its way through the RPMS. It's been a great car to own, and even though I love all kinds of different cars, I don't think I could ever own anything other than a Chevelle.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":59473.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6x5vmz","c_root_id_B":"d6xt0nf","created_at_utc_A":1472189356,"created_at_utc_B":1472234772,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I was lucky enough to get a drive in a 458 and the owner let me put it into race mode. The fucking noise was incredible. Very special car. Felt like I was in a video game.","human_ref_B":"My 300zx Twin Turbo, was a dream come true when I bought it at age 20, a car that no 20 year old has any business owning. The interior and the performance of that of a (adjusted for inflation) $60,000 car. That's why I still have it to this day and can't imagine selling it. It sits in the garage most of the time, which makes it that much more special when it does get driven.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":45416.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xt0nf","c_root_id_B":"d6xfdhx","created_at_utc_A":1472234772,"created_at_utc_B":1472216313,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"My 300zx Twin Turbo, was a dream come true when I bought it at age 20, a car that no 20 year old has any business owning. The interior and the performance of that of a (adjusted for inflation) $60,000 car. That's why I still have it to this day and can't imagine selling it. It sits in the garage most of the time, which makes it that much more special when it does get driven.","human_ref_B":"The really ridiculous cars, a friend from college had a track built '82 BMW 320 that was just a blast, he later moved on to an LS1 swapped '86 BMW 325 that just begs to be driven hard. My brother's '72 buick skylark from high school always put a smile on my face as well.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18459.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xjqss","c_root_id_B":"d6xt0nf","created_at_utc_A":1472222917,"created_at_utc_B":1472234772,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Lotus Elise. It is a completely different experience from driving a regular car. From falling into the seat trying to get over the side rail to fumbling with the hobbled together combo of a regular key and then separate starter button, all topped off with an immobilizer that was obviously an afterthought. Once you get it moving and turn the wheel for the first time you realize that you aren't sitting in a car; you are sitting in a means of changing direction, harder and faster than you have ever experienced before and the bits of plastic and aluminum holding that \"ability\" together are merely along for the ride just like you.","human_ref_B":"My 300zx Twin Turbo, was a dream come true when I bought it at age 20, a car that no 20 year old has any business owning. The interior and the performance of that of a (adjusted for inflation) $60,000 car. That's why I still have it to this day and can't imagine selling it. It sits in the garage most of the time, which makes it that much more special when it does get driven.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11855.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zjg37","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Out of all the cars you've driven, what car has made you feel the most 'special' even just from a start-up? For me it was my '11 STi sedan with turbo back exhaust. It always felt like a special car just from the start up. My '11 BMW 335i never had the same feeling, and now my '14 Fiesta ST is hit or miss. Most days it's just a fun to drive economy hatch, but it definitely doesn't feel as special just from starting it up.  What I've decided is that I want to drive the wheels off the ST as best I can, then for my next car I want something that feels more special\/exclusive.   What cars had that special feel for you?","c_root_id_A":"d6xnctw","c_root_id_B":"d6xt0nf","created_at_utc_A":1472227552,"created_at_utc_B":1472234772,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"A Ferrari F430 track car. That was the first car I'd driven seriously around a track, and there was just something about hearing that V8 start up behind you... I'll never forget it.","human_ref_B":"My 300zx Twin Turbo, was a dream come true when I bought it at age 20, a car that no 20 year old has any business owning. The interior and the performance of that of a (adjusted for inflation) $60,000 car. That's why I still have it to this day and can't imagine selling it. It sits in the garage most of the time, which makes it that much more special when it does get driven.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7220.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"a1w1ko","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How to find and fix rattles inside the interior of the car for a more enjoyable experience? I mean, this bad boy makes a racket and I'm always embarrassed to take friends and family around in her car due to all the noise. I can assume its loose panels or parts and I am wondering what the most effective way to locate the loose items and fix them? I will add, a lot of the noise comes from the doors\/door panels and the dash.  If it matters or makes a difference, she drives a 2007 Mazda 3 2.0","c_root_id_A":"eateynv","c_root_id_B":"eat8rji","created_at_utc_A":1543616128,"created_at_utc_B":1543611222,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I use my hand to feel around. You can often either feel for the noise, or your hand will dampen the noise, both will help you pinpoint them. A stethoscope can come in handy if it's rattling inside of something.","human_ref_B":"You can buy things like friction tape or foam tape\/ weatherstripping and use it to muffle some sounds.  There's things like Dynamat (or the cheaper alternatives) to reduce road noise and general NVH.  The hardest part is tracking them down accurately - there's some youtube videos explaining the process.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4906.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"a1w1ko","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How to find and fix rattles inside the interior of the car for a more enjoyable experience? I mean, this bad boy makes a racket and I'm always embarrassed to take friends and family around in her car due to all the noise. I can assume its loose panels or parts and I am wondering what the most effective way to locate the loose items and fix them? I will add, a lot of the noise comes from the doors\/door panels and the dash.  If it matters or makes a difference, she drives a 2007 Mazda 3 2.0","c_root_id_A":"eateynv","c_root_id_B":"eateshi","created_at_utc_A":1543616128,"created_at_utc_B":1543615988,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I use my hand to feel around. You can often either feel for the noise, or your hand will dampen the noise, both will help you pinpoint them. A stethoscope can come in handy if it's rattling inside of something.","human_ref_B":"Helps to have a (patient) friend drive you around while you look for the offending rattles.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":140.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"a1w1ko","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How to find and fix rattles inside the interior of the car for a more enjoyable experience? I mean, this bad boy makes a racket and I'm always embarrassed to take friends and family around in her car due to all the noise. I can assume its loose panels or parts and I am wondering what the most effective way to locate the loose items and fix them? I will add, a lot of the noise comes from the doors\/door panels and the dash.  If it matters or makes a difference, she drives a 2007 Mazda 3 2.0","c_root_id_A":"eatj9wf","c_root_id_B":"eau4qo4","created_at_utc_A":1543619824,"created_at_utc_B":1543640592,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Just put duct tape on every thing att it will all be fine as can be","human_ref_B":"Lowe's sells a product called Peel n' Seal that is perfect for this. It requires a lot of work but the payoff is incredible. Pick up several rolls and head back to the house, remove as much interior as you can, I recommend the carpet, headliner and all door panels. On the door panels, remove the vapor barrier and apply the peel n' seal to the outer door skin. be sure to check and tighten any loose bolts and screws while you're in there. Do the same for the floor and roof and even the trunk area. It adheres best in a warm environment, if that's not available, simply use a heat gun to warm your panels before application. If applied correctly, your Mazda will now ride and have the sound dampening qualities of a Mercedes. The material is very similar to Dynamat or Sound Deadening but at a fraction of the cost. One final note, this is not recommended for applications were performance is a factor as this stuff is hefty and will add a noticeable weight to the vehicle. Good luck though. The hard work is worth the payoff!","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20768.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"a1w1ko","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How to find and fix rattles inside the interior of the car for a more enjoyable experience? I mean, this bad boy makes a racket and I'm always embarrassed to take friends and family around in her car due to all the noise. I can assume its loose panels or parts and I am wondering what the most effective way to locate the loose items and fix them? I will add, a lot of the noise comes from the doors\/door panels and the dash.  If it matters or makes a difference, she drives a 2007 Mazda 3 2.0","c_root_id_A":"eatj9wf","c_root_id_B":"eaukwe2","created_at_utc_A":1543619824,"created_at_utc_B":1543665828,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just put duct tape on every thing att it will all be fine as can be","human_ref_B":"Find an empty road that brings out the rattles and buzzes, and drive over it while pressing over different parts of the door panels and dash board until the noise goes down.  Sometimes with door panels you have to install new retaining clips (usually plastic push pins -- eBay or hardware stores can be cheaper than auto parts places), but it may help to install foam tape (weatherstripping, not double stick tape) first, to hold the panel tighter against the body.    Before applying any adhesives -- weather strip, double-stick tape, Peel 'n Seal, Dynamat, or even self-stick floor tile, clean off the surfaces really well of dirt, grease, wax, even dust","labels":0,"seconds_difference":46004.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"d6g2hf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can changing your oil increase power? I played Gran Turismo and noticed that I got a 20bhp increase for my vehicle when I changed the oil. Is that realistic?","c_root_id_A":"f0tjo02","c_root_id_B":"f0sr7pn","created_at_utc_A":1568923354,"created_at_utc_B":1568909355,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I remember doing that to every used car I bought in GT. No, it's not realistic. But fun in the game! Especially for races where you can't modify the car. Change the oil and you easily pull away on every straight.","human_ref_B":"Changing viscosity can add a few hp. Not 20, tho.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13999.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"d6g2hf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can changing your oil increase power? I played Gran Turismo and noticed that I got a 20bhp increase for my vehicle when I changed the oil. Is that realistic?","c_root_id_A":"f0tjo02","c_root_id_B":"f0sw328","created_at_utc_A":1568923354,"created_at_utc_B":1568911578,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I remember doing that to every used car I bought in GT. No, it's not realistic. But fun in the game! Especially for races where you can't modify the car. Change the oil and you easily pull away on every straight.","human_ref_B":"No","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11776.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"juz12e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Can you use only one jack stand to change your oil? Hello I have a 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5l. Because the oil drain plug faces the back of the car I was wondering if you have to use two jack stands instead of one. Help?","c_root_id_A":"gcgglpp","c_root_id_B":"gcghmz2","created_at_utc_A":1605495246,"created_at_utc_B":1605495795,"score_A":8,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"I wouldn\u2019t....having the car on an angle like that can be dangerous IMO, and a second jack stand wouldn\u2019t cost you much to buy or much time to put in place","human_ref_B":"Nobody wants their obit to read \"died changing the oil in his Honda\"  Buy another jack stand, or buy a pair of ramps.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":549.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"juz12e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Can you use only one jack stand to change your oil? Hello I have a 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5l. Because the oil drain plug faces the back of the car I was wondering if you have to use two jack stands instead of one. Help?","c_root_id_A":"gcggpez","c_root_id_B":"gcghmz2","created_at_utc_A":1605495303,"created_at_utc_B":1605495795,"score_A":6,"score_B":38,"human_ref_A":"I usually set two jack stands up for oil change jobs. One on each pinch weld jack point (see your manual for location). The primary purpose of the stands is to make the car safe enough to go under. A nice secondary is that it angles the car slightly to help with oil flow out the drain plug. One jack stand usually puts the car at a weird angle which would make it hard to work on. Never trust your jack hydrolic or otherwise to hold the car while you are under it.  Do be clear, jack stands usually look something like these:https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcRFoIAZKVjozYouvyUGbet2\\_wrO52WkEGBBS1kAhuwvzttAOL9xHpL0ZShWH2pKqprrJtwpiVhP&usqp=CAc","human_ref_B":"Nobody wants their obit to read \"died changing the oil in his Honda\"  Buy another jack stand, or buy a pair of ramps.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":492.0,"score_ratio":6.3333333333}
{"post_id":"juz12e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Can you use only one jack stand to change your oil? Hello I have a 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5l. Because the oil drain plug faces the back of the car I was wondering if you have to use two jack stands instead of one. Help?","c_root_id_A":"gcgjwt0","c_root_id_B":"gcgj2me","created_at_utc_A":1605497010,"created_at_utc_B":1605496564,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Jack stands are cheap. Also if yours is high enough, you may even be able to slide the drain pan under without jacking up the car","human_ref_B":"Sure, if you put a wheel and tire on the other side.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":446.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"vtva1m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"is a 97' Lancer a good first car? I've found a 97' Lancer for import on beforward, it's rwd which I'm not very concerned about, and has little to no rust, but it has 125k km. All in, it costs $2500, which is pretty much nothing for this times car market. Should I get it or will the engine blow?","c_root_id_A":"ifan8c1","c_root_id_B":"ifaftab","created_at_utc_A":1657248912,"created_at_utc_B":1657245523,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Has there always been rear wheel drive lancers?  Or did you mean rhd?","human_ref_B":"Is that before shipping and taxes and registration and inspection?   I get the want for something cool, but you're jumping in the deep end having just learned how to swim. And there may be sharks or a boat mine in there.  I can't in good faith recommend this","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3389.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lw9ljj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the least expensive way to find out the owner of a vehicle with just the license plate and VIN? I got ripped off and the police tell me looking up this info is the only option available to track down the culprits.","c_root_id_A":"gpgmtya","c_root_id_B":"gpggdi9","created_at_utc_A":1614720603,"created_at_utc_B":1614717877,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The police suggested you track down someone who \u201cripped you off\u201c in order to seek retribution on your own? Doesn\u2019t sound quite right. May be completely legit....but the lack of info provided makes your situation sound suspicious","human_ref_B":"The police can\u2019t look up a license plate and VIN???","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2726.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"lw9ljj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What's the least expensive way to find out the owner of a vehicle with just the license plate and VIN? I got ripped off and the police tell me looking up this info is the only option available to track down the culprits.","c_root_id_A":"gpgjo4v","c_root_id_B":"gpgmtya","created_at_utc_A":1614719261,"created_at_utc_B":1614720603,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Definitely within the bounds of the police, and if they won't then it's between a lawyer and the DMV. My autoshop can pull the vin via the plate but no personal info.","human_ref_B":"The police suggested you track down someone who \u201cripped you off\u201c in order to seek retribution on your own? Doesn\u2019t sound quite right. May be completely legit....but the lack of info provided makes your situation sound suspicious","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1342.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"bd0yft","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Would an oil change place not have to order parts in order to do a brake job? I swapped out my winter tires\/wheels for my all seasons recently and the guy at the place that did it said I that my 'brakes were shot' and I needed a brake job and it would cost $200. He showed me a brake pad wear model and said that I was in the red zone but I couldn't tell if my brake pads were that bad or not. I asked him if needed to order anything since this was a small oil change place and he said no. That seems odd to me, shouldn't he need to get replacements if the brakes are that bad? Or are the parts somewhat universal? I told him I'd have to wait until payday so he wouldn't push the issue. Googling hasn't really helped much since I'm still confused as to how what is typically done during a brake job would help worn down brakes or pad.  &#x200B;  Does this sound legit or not? Any visualization tools you can point me to?","c_root_id_A":"ekv2l3v","c_root_id_B":"ekv2r22","created_at_utc_A":1555238214,"created_at_utc_B":1555238500,"score_A":10,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s likely they have your brake pads in the shop already as they\u2019re probably pretty common. $200 sounds alright but you could do it yourself, it\u2019s pretty easy and you\u2019d understand more about how your car works.","human_ref_B":"A lot of smaller shops will have contracts with the parts stores in town. The parts stores will actually deliver the parts to them.   That being said, it\u2019s worth it to get a second opinion.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":286.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"bd0yft","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Would an oil change place not have to order parts in order to do a brake job? I swapped out my winter tires\/wheels for my all seasons recently and the guy at the place that did it said I that my 'brakes were shot' and I needed a brake job and it would cost $200. He showed me a brake pad wear model and said that I was in the red zone but I couldn't tell if my brake pads were that bad or not. I asked him if needed to order anything since this was a small oil change place and he said no. That seems odd to me, shouldn't he need to get replacements if the brakes are that bad? Or are the parts somewhat universal? I told him I'd have to wait until payday so he wouldn't push the issue. Googling hasn't really helped much since I'm still confused as to how what is typically done during a brake job would help worn down brakes or pad.  &#x200B;  Does this sound legit or not? Any visualization tools you can point me to?","c_root_id_A":"ekvniif","c_root_id_B":"ekvdrbi","created_at_utc_A":1555259352,"created_at_utc_B":1555251736,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":">He showed me a brake pad wear model and said that I was in the red zone but I couldn't tell if my brake pads were that bad or not.  So did he show you your actual pads?","human_ref_B":"I just replaced the brake pads on my car myself for the first time. Wasn\u2019t that hard and it\u2019s quite satisfying. Plus saved money. Some people here are saying $60, but I got Akebono pads to ensure I got the good stuff, and they were about $90 from Amazon.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7616.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"rg4sv5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Do shops bleed your clutch when doing a clutch job? Recently had my clutch replaced, engagement feels great but the pedal still feels quite spongy. I'm wondering if shops normally would bleed the clutch or not. I can bleed it myself quite easily but just don't want to if it's already been done. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"hohyjjc","c_root_id_B":"hoi0k07","created_at_utc_A":1639480531,"created_at_utc_B":1639482023,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"I don\u2019t have a specific answer for you except to say it won\u2019t hurt to bleed it again anyway for peace of mind. Even if a shop would normally do so, there\u2019s no garuntee this specific shop did. Or that they did it correctly.","human_ref_B":"We get paid by the job. If we don't open the hydraulic system, there's no reason to bleed the system. Unless we feel that something is wrong. If engagement is good, no bleed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1492.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"hmxajy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.68,"history":"What is a good (most bang for your buck) way to get more acceleration out of a 2010 g37x? I don\u2019t want to break the bank.","c_root_id_A":"fx7x74x","c_root_id_B":"fx7vjqr","created_at_utc_A":1594139982,"created_at_utc_B":1594139182,"score_A":24,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"How bad do you *really* need your dash and rear seats?","human_ref_B":"Sell it and buy something else. You can do an intake and exhaust, but that\u2019ll primarily make more noise and not a huge amount of power, probably not even enough to notice.   For serious gains you\u2019d be looking at forced induction of some sort, so a supercharger or turbo kit. I don\u2019t know what your definition of \u201cbreaking the bank\u201d is, but the Stillen supercharger kit is ~$7000 and I\u2019d expect most other quality options to be about the same.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":800.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"hmxajy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.68,"history":"What is a good (most bang for your buck) way to get more acceleration out of a 2010 g37x? I don\u2019t want to break the bank.","c_root_id_A":"fx7x74x","c_root_id_B":"fx7vnkq","created_at_utc_A":1594139982,"created_at_utc_B":1594139233,"score_A":24,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"How bad do you *really* need your dash and rear seats?","human_ref_B":"Get the smallest wheels and tires that fit over your brakes. You will gain torque at every point in the rev band while also having less rotational mass. Highway fuel economy won't be great, but them's the breaks.  For the more mundane, the headers are restrictive on that engine. The 2-part intake plenum benefits from hand polishing (you could do this yourself) and the addition of a spacer to increase plenum volume. Fixing those things will improve top end power.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":749.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"hmxajy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.68,"history":"What is a good (most bang for your buck) way to get more acceleration out of a 2010 g37x? I don\u2019t want to break the bank.","c_root_id_A":"fx7vtzz","c_root_id_B":"fx7x74x","created_at_utc_A":1594139319,"created_at_utc_B":1594139982,"score_A":6,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"No real way to make it faster without upgrading the long block, or turbocharging\/supercharging. Unless you ditch the interior","human_ref_B":"How bad do you *really* need your dash and rear seats?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":663.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"hmxajy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.68,"history":"What is a good (most bang for your buck) way to get more acceleration out of a 2010 g37x? I don\u2019t want to break the bank.","c_root_id_A":"fx83314","c_root_id_B":"fx7vnkq","created_at_utc_A":1594142801,"created_at_utc_B":1594139233,"score_A":12,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Like I said the last time you asked, nitrous.   Then when you blow it up LS swap it. And put the nitrous through that.","human_ref_B":"Get the smallest wheels and tires that fit over your brakes. You will gain torque at every point in the rev band while also having less rotational mass. Highway fuel economy won't be great, but them's the breaks.  For the more mundane, the headers are restrictive on that engine. The 2-part intake plenum benefits from hand polishing (you could do this yourself) and the addition of a spacer to increase plenum volume. Fixing those things will improve top end power.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3568.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"hmxajy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.68,"history":"What is a good (most bang for your buck) way to get more acceleration out of a 2010 g37x? I don\u2019t want to break the bank.","c_root_id_A":"fx7vtzz","c_root_id_B":"fx83314","created_at_utc_A":1594139319,"created_at_utc_B":1594142801,"score_A":6,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"No real way to make it faster without upgrading the long block, or turbocharging\/supercharging. Unless you ditch the interior","human_ref_B":"Like I said the last time you asked, nitrous.   Then when you blow it up LS swap it. And put the nitrous through that.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3482.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"hmxajy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.68,"history":"What is a good (most bang for your buck) way to get more acceleration out of a 2010 g37x? I don\u2019t want to break the bank.","c_root_id_A":"fx8y0wc","c_root_id_B":"fx8yyuu","created_at_utc_A":1594157522,"created_at_utc_B":1594157984,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Most bang for your buck, nitrous cannot be beat. sometimes too much bang. Really your best bang for buck is a full nice exhaust and a TUNE. The other guy mentioned intake and exhaust but he forgot about a tune. No shit you wouldn't hardly feel a thing just bolting on a new intake and exhaust. the car needs to be tuned properly too. While you're at it, get it tuned for higher octane fuel.","human_ref_B":"The best bang for your buck will be Nitrous, followed by forced induction if all you're trying to do is go fast in a straight line.        Nitrous is cheap on the installation, but expensive and inconvenient on the consumables.      Turbos\/supercharger are both expensive on the installation, but slighly less expensive on consumables (gas) and more convenient, because you can buy gas just about anywhere.      The exhaust systems of the VQ37HR are actually pretty effective at producing power. You'll get a little bit, but you're looking at thousands for a full header back exhaust that might net you 10-15 hp which, unless you're driving flat out all the time, will be nearly imperceivable and totally replicated by simply using more throttle. Any exhaust for these cars is generally on the \"noisy as fuck side\" so keep that in mind too.      Intakes don't do much on this vehicle. the stock ones already draw cold air almost directly into the throttle body from the nose of the car, at the diameter of the throttle body. Only wins might be weight, but not enough you'd perceive it on the street, and again, loud af, with no real gains.      This is not a platform that supports cheap power increases like literally any turboed platform where a reflash can get you perceivable differences thanks to boost coming on earlier and more thanks to mapping.      I'd say enjoy driving the car for what it is, but.. you bought the AWD version, so even that's kind of a buzzkill. Unless you get snow, in which case it would be fun on the snow\/ice.. less so on tarmac.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":462.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"p4zlpg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Scratched underside of door down to the metal; what's the easiest way to prevent rusting? I opened my door onto an angled sidewalk that managed to scrape the underside down to the metal. Aesthetically, it's impossible to notice it since without getting down underneath it, but what I want to avoid is having it rust up and get worse overtime.  Since it's so small and inconspicuous I'd love to do this myself, but don't really know what's needed? Some places mention sanding + primer + paint + seal, but some just say I can use touch-up paint alone on it?  What's the easiest way to prevent rusting?","c_root_id_A":"h92g8k8","c_root_id_B":"h92jo4j","created_at_utc_A":1629056407,"created_at_utc_B":1629057877,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Clear nail varnish","human_ref_B":"Prep-all to clean it and touch up paint to hide it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1470.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"p4zlpg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Scratched underside of door down to the metal; what's the easiest way to prevent rusting? I opened my door onto an angled sidewalk that managed to scrape the underside down to the metal. Aesthetically, it's impossible to notice it since without getting down underneath it, but what I want to avoid is having it rust up and get worse overtime.  Since it's so small and inconspicuous I'd love to do this myself, but don't really know what's needed? Some places mention sanding + primer + paint + seal, but some just say I can use touch-up paint alone on it?  What's the easiest way to prevent rusting?","c_root_id_A":"h92jo4j","c_root_id_B":"h92f0rx","created_at_utc_A":1629057877,"created_at_utc_B":1629055872,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Prep-all to clean it and touch up paint to hide it.","human_ref_B":"Clean it and coat it with something. Paint is permanent, any oil-based stuff will also work, but may need to be reapplied.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2005.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p4zlpg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Scratched underside of door down to the metal; what's the easiest way to prevent rusting? I opened my door onto an angled sidewalk that managed to scrape the underside down to the metal. Aesthetically, it's impossible to notice it since without getting down underneath it, but what I want to avoid is having it rust up and get worse overtime.  Since it's so small and inconspicuous I'd love to do this myself, but don't really know what's needed? Some places mention sanding + primer + paint + seal, but some just say I can use touch-up paint alone on it?  What's the easiest way to prevent rusting?","c_root_id_A":"h92f0rx","c_root_id_B":"h92fywk","created_at_utc_A":1629055872,"created_at_utc_B":1629056288,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Clean it and coat it with something. Paint is permanent, any oil-based stuff will also work, but may need to be reapplied.","human_ref_B":"The absolute easiest way? Get a handful of axle grease and smear it on. Guarenteed not to rust.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":416.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"p4zlpg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Scratched underside of door down to the metal; what's the easiest way to prevent rusting? I opened my door onto an angled sidewalk that managed to scrape the underside down to the metal. Aesthetically, it's impossible to notice it since without getting down underneath it, but what I want to avoid is having it rust up and get worse overtime.  Since it's so small and inconspicuous I'd love to do this myself, but don't really know what's needed? Some places mention sanding + primer + paint + seal, but some just say I can use touch-up paint alone on it?  What's the easiest way to prevent rusting?","c_root_id_A":"h92f0rx","c_root_id_B":"h92g8k8","created_at_utc_A":1629055872,"created_at_utc_B":1629056407,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Clean it and coat it with something. Paint is permanent, any oil-based stuff will also work, but may need to be reapplied.","human_ref_B":"Clear nail varnish","labels":0,"seconds_difference":535.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"inqh43","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Will the car be okay? New car went over a deep pothole pretty fast on a downhill road Just for some backstory, my siblings and I saved some money to get my parents a car for their anniversary but mostly for raising us well.  I was driving the car (a Mercedes GLC 250) to our house to surprise them, using my usual route. I was going downhill (about 30 degrees decline?) pretty fast (60-80kmph if i can roughly remember) on a familiar road but failed to notice a really deep pothole and drove over it. As I drove over it I could hear a really loud thud. Should I be worried about the safety\/condition of the car? Or should the car be able to handle it well?   Details that I can recall that maybe be handy? - I remember the thud coming from the wheels, both front and back - I don't think any part of the body hit the road as I've checked it but I'm unsure if the chassis did come in contact with the road  Sorry if any details does not seem correct, I do not know anything about cars.","c_root_id_A":"g494bka","c_root_id_B":"g496xpv","created_at_utc_A":1599415115,"created_at_utc_B":1599416541,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Is it now making a noise every time you hit a bump? Or it just made a bad sound as you hit the pothole? It\u2019s really hard to say from an online post but if your concerned about it you can take it to the dealer or any independent shop and ask for an inspection of the suspension components. They can check it out and let you know if something broke.   Years ago I had just bought a Jetta Wolfsburg that was modified\/lowered and was driving it over to my buddies house to show it off. I smashed into a massive pothole and after that my steering wheel was crooked going straight and every bump I heard a rattling sound from the front right. Ended up tightening down the strut nut and got an alignment and it was good to go. What I\u2019m trying to say is it could be several things or absolutely nothing. If you don\u2019t hear any strange sounds that were not there before and it still drives great then you should have nothing to worry about.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like it's still driving straight and the wheels\/tires aren't damaged?   You should be fine - most cars don't get damaged from running over single bumps too fast. If you feel like being thorough you can have someone check the alignment and look underneath. But I wouldn't bother unless I noticed damage or if the car wasn't driving straight.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1426.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r9w746","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Without considering \u2018distance to fuel\u2019 efficiency; a car running 2000 revs on 3rd gear consumes the same amount of petrol or a very close amount as the car running 2000 revs on 2nd gear after 1 minute of running right?","c_root_id_A":"hnes1k6","c_root_id_B":"hnesb1u","created_at_utc_A":1638758416,"created_at_utc_B":1638758536,"score_A":2,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Assuming all other conditions are identical, then...maybe. However, different fuel delivery methods will also vary. Amount of throttle used to keep at that rev count will be different. Modern fuel injection and ECUs modulate air and fuel flow to keep an engine appropriately responding to accelerator input, keeping the air\/fuel mixture are its most efficient for the engines speed within the power band.","human_ref_B":"Not necessarily.   Load comes into play.  2k RPM downhill vs 2k RPM uphill will end up with different fuel consumption amounts, just for one example.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":120.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"r9w746","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Without considering \u2018distance to fuel\u2019 efficiency; a car running 2000 revs on 3rd gear consumes the same amount of petrol or a very close amount as the car running 2000 revs on 2nd gear after 1 minute of running right?","c_root_id_A":"hnf829q","c_root_id_B":"hnesvb4","created_at_utc_A":1638766038,"created_at_utc_B":1638758790,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"RPM is only part of the equation. speed, load, drag, also play a big factor.","human_ref_B":"No.  The fuel consumed depends on load.  Same car in 3rd gear at 2000rpms will be running much faster than in 2nd gear at 2000rpms.  That means, the engine will be working much harder at the same RPM, burning more fuel.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7248.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"r9w746","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Without considering \u2018distance to fuel\u2019 efficiency; a car running 2000 revs on 3rd gear consumes the same amount of petrol or a very close amount as the car running 2000 revs on 2nd gear after 1 minute of running right?","c_root_id_A":"hnf829q","c_root_id_B":"hnes1k6","created_at_utc_A":1638766038,"created_at_utc_B":1638758416,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"RPM is only part of the equation. speed, load, drag, also play a big factor.","human_ref_B":"Assuming all other conditions are identical, then...maybe. However, different fuel delivery methods will also vary. Amount of throttle used to keep at that rev count will be different. Modern fuel injection and ECUs modulate air and fuel flow to keep an engine appropriately responding to accelerator input, keeping the air\/fuel mixture are its most efficient for the engines speed within the power band.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7622.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"r9w746","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Without considering \u2018distance to fuel\u2019 efficiency; a car running 2000 revs on 3rd gear consumes the same amount of petrol or a very close amount as the car running 2000 revs on 2nd gear after 1 minute of running right?","c_root_id_A":"hnes1k6","c_root_id_B":"hnesvb4","created_at_utc_A":1638758416,"created_at_utc_B":1638758790,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Assuming all other conditions are identical, then...maybe. However, different fuel delivery methods will also vary. Amount of throttle used to keep at that rev count will be different. Modern fuel injection and ECUs modulate air and fuel flow to keep an engine appropriately responding to accelerator input, keeping the air\/fuel mixture are its most efficient for the engines speed within the power band.","human_ref_B":"No.  The fuel consumed depends on load.  Same car in 3rd gear at 2000rpms will be running much faster than in 2nd gear at 2000rpms.  That means, the engine will be working much harder at the same RPM, burning more fuel.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":374.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r9w746","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Without considering \u2018distance to fuel\u2019 efficiency; a car running 2000 revs on 3rd gear consumes the same amount of petrol or a very close amount as the car running 2000 revs on 2nd gear after 1 minute of running right?","c_root_id_A":"hnffxxl","c_root_id_B":"hnes1k6","created_at_utc_A":1638770684,"created_at_utc_B":1638758416,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Incorrect. Engine speed is only one factor for fuel consumption. The other is engine load, I.e. how much throttle are you applying.  Any engine will operate at different efficiencies depending on the speed and load with an island of peak efficiency at high loads and low speeds. And regions of least efficiency at high speeds and low loads (25% throttle and below)  Due to the torque multiplication of the transmission gear ratios, the engine operates at a lower load in 2nd gear at 2000rpm than in 3rd at the same speed. Thus it is consuming more fuel per unit of power in 2nd. However on an absolute mass basis, the higher loaded engine will consume more total fuel","human_ref_B":"Assuming all other conditions are identical, then...maybe. However, different fuel delivery methods will also vary. Amount of throttle used to keep at that rev count will be different. Modern fuel injection and ECUs modulate air and fuel flow to keep an engine appropriately responding to accelerator input, keeping the air\/fuel mixture are its most efficient for the engines speed within the power band.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12268.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"y2wip9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Are cars legally required to have ABS in the US?","c_root_id_A":"is57zow","c_root_id_B":"is58com","created_at_utc_A":1665662777,"created_at_utc_B":1665662981,"score_A":15,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"Yes, along with backup cameras, tire pressure monitoring systems, and stability and traction control. However, if you disable or otherwise fail to fix these systems, you can still legally drive your car.","human_ref_B":"*New* cars sold in the US are.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":204.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"5w1nw3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I tried learning manual on my friends 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX a while ago Dec 27-30. Is this enough time to wear out his clutch by accident?","c_root_id_A":"de6o6mk","c_root_id_B":"de6q7qg","created_at_utc_A":1487991369,"created_at_utc_B":1487994583,"score_A":20,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Sort answer: No","human_ref_B":"Technically yes, you could destroy a clutch in 3 days. But if it started showing wear 2 months later, thats not your fault. Either way, he knew the risk he was taking letting you learn on his car. Anyone with half a brain would have rode in the car with you and corrected any damaging behavior.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3214.0,"score_ratio":1.05}
{"post_id":"5w1nw3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I tried learning manual on my friends 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX a while ago Dec 27-30. Is this enough time to wear out his clutch by accident?","c_root_id_A":"de6o6mk","c_root_id_B":"de6nwwn","created_at_utc_A":1487991369,"created_at_utc_B":1487990958,"score_A":20,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Sort answer: No","human_ref_B":"What is he blaming you for a dead clutch now?  It all depends, did you struggle the whole time?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":411.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"5w1nw3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I tried learning manual on my friends 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX a while ago Dec 27-30. Is this enough time to wear out his clutch by accident?","c_root_id_A":"de6q7qg","c_root_id_B":"de6nwwn","created_at_utc_A":1487994583,"created_at_utc_B":1487990958,"score_A":21,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Technically yes, you could destroy a clutch in 3 days. But if it started showing wear 2 months later, thats not your fault. Either way, he knew the risk he was taking letting you learn on his car. Anyone with half a brain would have rode in the car with you and corrected any damaging behavior.","human_ref_B":"What is he blaming you for a dead clutch now?  It all depends, did you struggle the whole time?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3625.0,"score_ratio":2.1}
{"post_id":"5w1nw3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I tried learning manual on my friends 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX a while ago Dec 27-30. Is this enough time to wear out his clutch by accident?","c_root_id_A":"de6odst","c_root_id_B":"de6q7qg","created_at_utc_A":1487991670,"created_at_utc_B":1487994583,"score_A":8,"score_B":21,"human_ref_A":"Nah","human_ref_B":"Technically yes, you could destroy a clutch in 3 days. But if it started showing wear 2 months later, thats not your fault. Either way, he knew the risk he was taking letting you learn on his car. Anyone with half a brain would have rode in the car with you and corrected any damaging behavior.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2913.0,"score_ratio":2.625}
{"post_id":"5w1nw3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I tried learning manual on my friends 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX a while ago Dec 27-30. Is this enough time to wear out his clutch by accident?","c_root_id_A":"de7braj","c_root_id_B":"de7eg54","created_at_utc_A":1488042813,"created_at_utc_B":1488046557,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Depending on prior condition of the clutch (was it \"ready to fail\" or \"like new\"), and your own use of the clutch while learning (did you do something extreme, or were you doing more normal behaviors) the clutch failure could have been in the range of entirely your fault to not your fault at all.  No one will ever know unless you are aware of doing something extreme.  I think I could ruin a brand new clutch within 5 minutes.","human_ref_B":"An Impreza WRX isn't really the best car to learn stick on, if his 2011 is anything like the 2009 that my mom had. I found the clutch very stiff and clumsy, required a lot of force to push down and had a very \"hydraulic\" feel to it compared to the springier feel that most other cars have. The car also doesn't have much torque, so you have to rev it when starting from a stop higher than most new stick drivers are comfortable with. If you don't give it enough gas the lack of torque down low makes it eager to stall.  For reference, the cars I'm comparing it to are my dad's 1991 Miata and my E46.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3744.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r5bebe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Help! I towed my vehicle when I moved and it now has a bunch of errors showing up. Any ideas on what it could be? -anti lock brake system malfunction   -Low Braking power   -braking power low  -SRS Airbag system malfunction   -anti lock brake system malfunction   -Pre Collision System Malfunction  -Parking brake malfunction     I made sure I didn\u2019t have the e-brake on when I first set it up on the tow. I had no issues towing it and the tires rolled completely normally the whole time.     Any idea the cause of this?   New-ish car (2020 Camry Hybrid 15k m","c_root_id_A":"hmlyubf","c_root_id_B":"hmlyjvs","created_at_utc_A":1638237759,"created_at_utc_B":1638237628,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"some cars with electric parking brakes automatically engage when the engine is shut off","human_ref_B":"Dang, did you have the car on or something when you had it towed? Anyways, it most likely just needs a computer reset.  You could try disconnecting the battery? I know it's a hybrid, but it should still have a regular battery to start the engine right? Try disconnecting that for half an hour and see if that resets the computer?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":131.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"r9bkqc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Are there any foreseeable problems when giving away a free vehicle with no Title, Registration, or proof of ownership? Hey folks, so we have had a broken down Ford Ranger Splash with minor body damage sitting on our property since around 2010 which was given to us by a coworker of my mom's who was in the process of moving out of state and didn't have the resources to bring the vehicle with them so we had essentially taken the truck off their hands to help them out without any intention on fixing it back up to driving condition. Due to lack of necessity, we never acquired the title, registration, or any of the vehicles documentation which leads me to my question.  I now have a friend who is willing to take it off of our hands for free as a project vehicle, and plans to eventually restore the vehicle. My friend is aware of the document-less vehicle he will be acquiring but what I am wondering is that since there will be no paid transaction or official transfer of ownership when he comes to pick up the vehicle, are there still any documents, paperwork such as an abandoned vehicle affidavit or anything along the lines that my friend may eventually need from us?  A potential future issue I can foresee has to do with my mom longer being in contact with the original owner and we have no way to get ahold of them in the event of my friend needing  information\/documentation of proof of original ownership. Does anyone with more knowledge on the subject have any input on how best to go about transferring the vehicle over to my friend?  I probably could and should have shortened my question a bit, but if you guys need any further info. please feel free to let me know. Any advice is welcomed and very much appreciated, thanks.","c_root_id_A":"hnbfvhd","c_root_id_B":"hnbcqt5","created_at_utc_A":1638707763,"created_at_utc_B":1638705347,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Your name isn\u2019t on any paperwork, you are free. The guy taking it would have to do some minor paperwork to get a legal title, but it has nothing to do with you. The owner abandoned it on your property, someone took it away. You were never expected to guard it. Nothing to do with you.","human_ref_B":"Varies very much on location.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2416.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"g52glg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"How can I find the right part for my car? I'm looking specifically for a turn signal column switch for my '06 Toyota Corolla. There's a few different part numbers online but I'm not sure which part number I need. Side question, are there any tutorials online as to how I can get to the connectors?  Any help is appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"fo0xh5o","c_root_id_B":"fo1j34d","created_at_utc_A":1587421618,"created_at_utc_B":1587434385,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Google is your friend.    1) Found this after searching \"2006 Corolla remove turn signal switch\".  This video shows you both how to remove the switch, and also how to clean\/service the contacts.  2) Once you've reviewed that and removed your switch (and if cleaning the contacts wasn't sufficient to repair), there should be a part number stamped on it.  Put that part number back into Google Shopping, or Amazon, or eBay.  You will find a plethora of both shitty aftermarket and OEM examples for a wide variety of prices.  2A) Alternatively, call the dealer's parts department up, give them your car's VIN, and they can tell you exactly what part number you need, and how much they'll charge you for a new one if the part is still available from them.","human_ref_B":"Go to an auto parts store, their catalog is a lot more detailed and right 1000% more often than googling \"06 corolla turn signal\"","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12767.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"lxs0xb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Is there a safe\/legal way to dim the brightness of a 2021 RAV4's headlights? There are reasons I would much rather not get into here. So please keep replies just to what possible options are available to me.  I tried talking to a couple window tinting business around me and I was advised it was a pain and wouldn't pass inspection.","c_root_id_A":"gpoprbv","c_root_id_B":"gppuebc","created_at_utc_A":1614885404,"created_at_utc_B":1614903685,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Turn them off. \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2642\ufe0f","human_ref_B":"Still trying to track the person that ripped you off. Listen man you should be asking these questions on a throw away account  over a vpn. You do something to this person and they are going to track this shit down.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18281.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"lxs0xb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Is there a safe\/legal way to dim the brightness of a 2021 RAV4's headlights? There are reasons I would much rather not get into here. So please keep replies just to what possible options are available to me.  I tried talking to a couple window tinting business around me and I was advised it was a pain and wouldn't pass inspection.","c_root_id_A":"gpp75od","c_root_id_B":"gppuebc","created_at_utc_A":1614892650,"created_at_utc_B":1614903685,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Only use the cheapest bulbs the store has?","human_ref_B":"Still trying to track the person that ripped you off. Listen man you should be asking these questions on a throw away account  over a vpn. You do something to this person and they are going to track this shit down.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11035.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"5yh1r7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Is It Worth Putting Premium Gas in my Car? I have an 1999 Honda Civic Si and it says to put premium gas which I gave twice so far but God Damn it's like $15 more than regular gas. Is it really worth putting it since I drive the car like a maniac or will it not make a difference with my car.","c_root_id_A":"deq05qa","c_root_id_B":"depyucc","created_at_utc_A":1489089485,"created_at_utc_B":1489088108,"score_A":16,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"You have the B16A2 engine with about 160 peak HP and a 10.2 : 1 compression ratio. The other trim levels had the D16Y7 with about 106 hp and 9.6 : 1 compression ratio, for comparison.  Your car has a knock sensor. If your car senses pre detonation, by hearing a knock, it will adjust the valve timing to effectively lower compression. If it adjusts the valve timing, you will have less than 160 hp, but it won't hurt anything.  The si has other upgrades aside from the engine, but if you want to get the full benefit of the si, use premium fuel.","human_ref_B":"Where in the world do you live that premium is $1.50 more per gallon than the normal stuff?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1377.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"5yh1r7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Is It Worth Putting Premium Gas in my Car? I have an 1999 Honda Civic Si and it says to put premium gas which I gave twice so far but God Damn it's like $15 more than regular gas. Is it really worth putting it since I drive the car like a maniac or will it not make a difference with my car.","c_root_id_A":"deq05qa","c_root_id_B":"depy94s","created_at_utc_A":1489089485,"created_at_utc_B":1489087492,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You have the B16A2 engine with about 160 peak HP and a 10.2 : 1 compression ratio. The other trim levels had the D16Y7 with about 106 hp and 9.6 : 1 compression ratio, for comparison.  Your car has a knock sensor. If your car senses pre detonation, by hearing a knock, it will adjust the valve timing to effectively lower compression. If it adjusts the valve timing, you will have less than 160 hp, but it won't hurt anything.  The si has other upgrades aside from the engine, but if you want to get the full benefit of the si, use premium fuel.","human_ref_B":"The purpose of putting premium fuel in an engine is to prevent knock, or unintentional pre-ignition of your air\/fuel mixture. Higher compression engines heat up the a\/f mixture more than lower compression engines simply through compression, thus your fuel needs to have more resistance to pre-ignition. This is really the point of octane rating. Resistance to knock. If you're not knocking, you probably don't need it. It becomes an issue in turbocharged or very high compression engines. You can probably get away with mid grade or base grade fuel in your civic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1993.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"5yh1r7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Is It Worth Putting Premium Gas in my Car? I have an 1999 Honda Civic Si and it says to put premium gas which I gave twice so far but God Damn it's like $15 more than regular gas. Is it really worth putting it since I drive the car like a maniac or will it not make a difference with my car.","c_root_id_A":"depydt2","c_root_id_B":"deq05qa","created_at_utc_A":1489087627,"created_at_utc_B":1489089485,"score_A":2,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Premium is normally required for higher compression or turbocharged engines, because the lower octane rating of regular unleaded causes preignition and possible engine damage. I'm not familiar with the compression ratio of your Si, so I can't tell you for sure. If you had pinging\/preignition, you would know it, the car would barely run or run really poorly under load. If you're running regular unleaded and have no driveability issues then I don't see any reason to switch to premium.","human_ref_B":"You have the B16A2 engine with about 160 peak HP and a 10.2 : 1 compression ratio. The other trim levels had the D16Y7 with about 106 hp and 9.6 : 1 compression ratio, for comparison.  Your car has a knock sensor. If your car senses pre detonation, by hearing a knock, it will adjust the valve timing to effectively lower compression. If it adjusts the valve timing, you will have less than 160 hp, but it won't hurt anything.  The si has other upgrades aside from the engine, but if you want to get the full benefit of the si, use premium fuel.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1858.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"5yh1r7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Is It Worth Putting Premium Gas in my Car? I have an 1999 Honda Civic Si and it says to put premium gas which I gave twice so far but God Damn it's like $15 more than regular gas. Is it really worth putting it since I drive the car like a maniac or will it not make a difference with my car.","c_root_id_A":"depyucc","c_root_id_B":"depy94s","created_at_utc_A":1489088108,"created_at_utc_B":1489087492,"score_A":10,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Where in the world do you live that premium is $1.50 more per gallon than the normal stuff?","human_ref_B":"The purpose of putting premium fuel in an engine is to prevent knock, or unintentional pre-ignition of your air\/fuel mixture. Higher compression engines heat up the a\/f mixture more than lower compression engines simply through compression, thus your fuel needs to have more resistance to pre-ignition. This is really the point of octane rating. Resistance to knock. If you're not knocking, you probably don't need it. It becomes an issue in turbocharged or very high compression engines. You can probably get away with mid grade or base grade fuel in your civic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":616.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"5yh1r7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Is It Worth Putting Premium Gas in my Car? I have an 1999 Honda Civic Si and it says to put premium gas which I gave twice so far but God Damn it's like $15 more than regular gas. Is it really worth putting it since I drive the car like a maniac or will it not make a difference with my car.","c_root_id_A":"depyucc","c_root_id_B":"depydt2","created_at_utc_A":1489088108,"created_at_utc_B":1489087627,"score_A":10,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Where in the world do you live that premium is $1.50 more per gallon than the normal stuff?","human_ref_B":"Premium is normally required for higher compression or turbocharged engines, because the lower octane rating of regular unleaded causes preignition and possible engine damage. I'm not familiar with the compression ratio of your Si, so I can't tell you for sure. If you had pinging\/preignition, you would know it, the car would barely run or run really poorly under load. If you're running regular unleaded and have no driveability issues then I don't see any reason to switch to premium.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":481.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"rf1wov","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will I get in trouble for this? Newly bought car but drove it home using old plates Hey guys I have a quick question and I'm kind of stumped and slightly worried.  I bought a car yesterday from an out-of-state private seller (Connecticut), but of course I didn't have any plates of my own to drive it home (Massachusetts) so I used my sister's old plates, which of course didn't have insurance on them, but I put insurance on the car before I drove it to my home state.   I had to go through a few license plate readers on the way home, so I'm wondering if this will create an issue in terms of a warning, fine, etc. Thanks! Please let me know","c_root_id_A":"hoc09ia","c_root_id_B":"hoc7us6","created_at_utc_A":1639364841,"created_at_utc_B":1639368413,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Fictitious plates violations vary from state to state but it generally carries a more severe penalty than just not having tags at all.  However, some states have exceptions for cars that YOU previously owned, the plates on which you took to use on another one of your own cars.","human_ref_B":"The pictures will be of a different car with a different person, she pleads ignorance (I don't know who that is or what car that is) if anything were to come of it.  That being said, get the car registered and plated correctly as soon as possible. If you can avoid driving it until you get the registration and insurance you are better off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3572.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"rf1wov","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Will I get in trouble for this? Newly bought car but drove it home using old plates Hey guys I have a quick question and I'm kind of stumped and slightly worried.  I bought a car yesterday from an out-of-state private seller (Connecticut), but of course I didn't have any plates of my own to drive it home (Massachusetts) so I used my sister's old plates, which of course didn't have insurance on them, but I put insurance on the car before I drove it to my home state.   I had to go through a few license plate readers on the way home, so I'm wondering if this will create an issue in terms of a warning, fine, etc. Thanks! Please let me know","c_root_id_A":"hoc7us6","c_root_id_B":"hoc0w4o","created_at_utc_A":1639368413,"created_at_utc_B":1639365133,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The pictures will be of a different car with a different person, she pleads ignorance (I don't know who that is or what car that is) if anything were to come of it.  That being said, get the car registered and plated correctly as soon as possible. If you can avoid driving it until you get the registration and insurance you are better off.","human_ref_B":"I've totally never done that before officer, but it's never been a problem the times I 1000% didn't do anything and definitely didn't drive a car on wildly different plates for an hour.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3280.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"6j6c7k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I had my tires summer changed at my local mechanic. As I drove away from the garage I notoced the VSA light was on. They did a diagnosis and found the ABS module was kaput. Is it possible my mechanic caused it to die accidentally when changing my tires?","c_root_id_A":"djc3bv7","c_root_id_B":"djcbyqz","created_at_utc_A":1498296840,"created_at_utc_B":1498315806,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Which bit is actually broken? It's a complex system with many parts. Sounds odd the whole thing (system) is fucked. What information did they give you, exactly?","human_ref_B":"Caused it? No. Exposed it? It's certainly possible. But if they just did tires, there's no way they were anywhere near the ABS module.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18966.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"6j6c7k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"I had my tires summer changed at my local mechanic. As I drove away from the garage I notoced the VSA light was on. They did a diagnosis and found the ABS module was kaput. Is it possible my mechanic caused it to die accidentally when changing my tires?","c_root_id_A":"djchs3h","c_root_id_B":"djc3bv7","created_at_utc_A":1498323767,"created_at_utc_B":1498296840,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"abs module is usually in the front under the hood in my experiences.","human_ref_B":"Which bit is actually broken? It's a complex system with many parts. Sounds odd the whole thing (system) is fucked. What information did they give you, exactly?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26927.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"luauvg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Can anyone help me possibly identify the cause of these old drive way stains so I can formulate some sort of cleaning plan? Pressure washer didn\u2019t do a darn thing. These stains could be up to 30 years old. By cause I mean if someone sees a shining example of something in the image and says \u201coh that\u2019s rust\u201d or \u201ctire rubber\u201d or something like that. I realize it\u2019s a long shot.   I\u2019ve lived in this house a bit over a year. Here\u2019s my driveway:  https:\/\/ibb.co\/brN9qbS  I  borrowed a 4000psi pressure washer and rented the pro whisper attachment  you see in the picture. That attachment is supposed to let me clean the surface uniformly. I quickly realized that combo wasn\u2019t doing anything to any of the stains on my drive way.  I  switched from the whisper pro attachment to the generic power washer  nozzle it came with and held it half an inch away from the surface and  it still didn\u2019t do anything to any of the stains.  The  house was built in the late 90s and these stains are from the previous  owners. The orange stains are what I assume is rust, not sure what the  black stuff is but it doesn\u2019t look like oil. Regardless, nothing came off.  What can I do at this point to get it clean?  R\/homeowners and r\/concrete didn\u2019t have much to say on this. Hoping to get some advice here.   Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"gp6abgl","c_root_id_B":"gp6ichb","created_at_utc_A":1614523040,"created_at_utc_B":1614526243,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"This reminded me of this video.  Maybe it'll help https:\/\/youtu.be\/1e3CgSz9Mow","human_ref_B":"I used to do graffiti removal for a living. There is a product out there called \u201cbare brick\u201d.  Bare Brick  I found that when sprayed on concrete to remove graffiti, it would also take ALL the oil and grease stains from cars off.  You spray it in, let it sit for 10-15 minutes, and then pressure wash it off.  A heated water pressure washer works beat, but I\u2019m sure a non heated machine would do the truck with a little bit more washing.  It was pretty crazy how effortlessly that stuff pulled stains out. Sometimes I\u2019d have to rub the concrete with a hard bristle brush before pressure washing. And as a fair warning, don\u2019t stand down wind when you are spraying it on!! It will mildly burn your skin!!  But other than that, this stuff worked really well for me, and might help you loosen or get rid of that staining.   * I am in no way affiliated with the company that makes this product, or the product itself.*","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3203.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"znr80y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Tire shop didn't rotate old tires to front when I bought a new pair, is this a big deal? I just bought two new tires; the other two were purchased about 9 months ago and probably have about 6k or so miles on them. The tire shop just threw the new ones on the front; I thought standard operating procedure was to put the old ones up front and put the new ones on the back. Is this not a big deal?","c_root_id_A":"j0in9vh","c_root_id_B":"j0io7ak","created_at_utc_A":1671230487,"created_at_utc_B":1671230896,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"There is no standard operating procedure. Cars come in AWD\/FWD\/RWD.   I'd want better tires on the front awanyways. That's where all your breaking and cornering happens.","human_ref_B":"At 6k miles, the \"old\" tires are still quite new, assuming typical tires and driving. So it doesn't matter much.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":409.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"znr80y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Tire shop didn't rotate old tires to front when I bought a new pair, is this a big deal? I just bought two new tires; the other two were purchased about 9 months ago and probably have about 6k or so miles on them. The tire shop just threw the new ones on the front; I thought standard operating procedure was to put the old ones up front and put the new ones on the back. Is this not a big deal?","c_root_id_A":"j0in9vh","c_root_id_B":"j0j0kkz","created_at_utc_A":1671230487,"created_at_utc_B":1671236571,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"There is no standard operating procedure. Cars come in AWD\/FWD\/RWD.   I'd want better tires on the front awanyways. That's where all your breaking and cornering happens.","human_ref_B":"New tires are always supposed to go to rear. It's up to customer though as to what they want.  New to rear for better grip in wet turning conditions. Worn or bald in back gives possibilities of slide out. (Good only for drifting..lol)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6084.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"znr80y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Tire shop didn't rotate old tires to front when I bought a new pair, is this a big deal? I just bought two new tires; the other two were purchased about 9 months ago and probably have about 6k or so miles on them. The tire shop just threw the new ones on the front; I thought standard operating procedure was to put the old ones up front and put the new ones on the back. Is this not a big deal?","c_root_id_A":"j0iw1tj","c_root_id_B":"j0j0kkz","created_at_utc_A":1671234439,"created_at_utc_B":1671236571,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"There is no universal operating proceedure there, that\u2019s up to the shop.     That said our shop is supposed to push that (because of course that rotation costs extra) but the service writers never do. If you say \u201creplace the front ones\u201d here, thats what you get.","human_ref_B":"New tires are always supposed to go to rear. It's up to customer though as to what they want.  New to rear for better grip in wet turning conditions. Worn or bald in back gives possibilities of slide out. (Good only for drifting..lol)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2132.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"znr80y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Tire shop didn't rotate old tires to front when I bought a new pair, is this a big deal? I just bought two new tires; the other two were purchased about 9 months ago and probably have about 6k or so miles on them. The tire shop just threw the new ones on the front; I thought standard operating procedure was to put the old ones up front and put the new ones on the back. Is this not a big deal?","c_root_id_A":"j0j0kkz","c_root_id_B":"j0iwnnb","created_at_utc_A":1671236571,"created_at_utc_B":1671234718,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"New tires are always supposed to go to rear. It's up to customer though as to what they want.  New to rear for better grip in wet turning conditions. Worn or bald in back gives possibilities of slide out. (Good only for drifting..lol)","human_ref_B":"I prefer newer tires on the front because of steering and braking. Many shops will push newer tires in the rear so you don\u2019t spin out in the rain in turns","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1853.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"y17577","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"know nothing about cars. any advice? Hello.  I'm a 20 year old guy who just got their drivers license. I know pretty much nothing about cars but ive been thinking of getting one just for the sake of driving. Nothing too expensive. What is something i should look for in a car? Like how do i know what is a good buy?","c_root_id_A":"irvx61k","c_root_id_B":"irvnqrd","created_at_utc_A":1665494479,"created_at_utc_B":1665489435,"score_A":25,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Buy a toyota camry\/corolla, boring but bulletproof.","human_ref_B":"Do you have a budget?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5044.0,"score_ratio":8.3333333333}
{"post_id":"y17577","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"know nothing about cars. any advice? Hello.  I'm a 20 year old guy who just got their drivers license. I know pretty much nothing about cars but ive been thinking of getting one just for the sake of driving. Nothing too expensive. What is something i should look for in a car? Like how do i know what is a good buy?","c_root_id_A":"irvx61k","c_root_id_B":"irvq0ux","created_at_utc_A":1665494479,"created_at_utc_B":1665490792,"score_A":25,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Buy a toyota camry\/corolla, boring but bulletproof.","human_ref_B":"You're first car will be the one you learn everything you're going to learn in. Often times said car doesn't survive the ordeal, at least not without some scars and wear. So you want something reliable, durable, disposable and safe. I always recommend people buy the nicest Corolla they can afford. In your case, pick your price point and buy the nicest Corolla at that price point.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3687.0,"score_ratio":8.3333333333}
{"post_id":"w7ws8w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How can I manually adjust an electric seat? Car is a 2010 Nissan Rogue. Drivers side seat is stuck all the way leaned back. It moves every other way other than forward. Is there a way I can fix this cheaply?","c_root_id_A":"ihmfjcf","c_root_id_B":"ihmb7at","created_at_utc_A":1658779911,"created_at_utc_B":1658778266,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Seems like a common issue this guy shows you how to move the seat.  https:\/\/youtu.be\/1ZRD1vWWj-k","human_ref_B":"Just a guess but im pretty sure you would have to remove the seat to access the rails and then MAYBE you can disconnect whatever holds it in place and manually slide the rails into the position you want. There could be a fault on the switch or motor causing it to always go to the back though. May want to see if thats the problem.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1645.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6uy819","c_root_id_B":"d6uz72l","created_at_utc_A":1472062002,"created_at_utc_B":1472063321,"score_A":10,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"Exotics. You can't work on them yourself, apparently the buyers look at service history and get butthurt if they don't see only Ferrari mechanics. It doesn't take a mechanic to change oil, it takes 5 minutes and a driveway.","human_ref_B":"The Lykan Hypersport.   * It looks like a plane had sex with a some ugly deep sea creature and that is what was born.  * It costs $4,000,000 (I think but I'm not sure)  * It does not perform for the money. I could probably buy two Ageras for that price instead.  * I definitely don't need diamonds in my headlights.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1319.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6uy819","c_root_id_B":"d6v9jwe","created_at_utc_A":1472062002,"created_at_utc_B":1472076089,"score_A":10,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Exotics. You can't work on them yourself, apparently the buyers look at service history and get butthurt if they don't see only Ferrari mechanics. It doesn't take a mechanic to change oil, it takes 5 minutes and a driveway.","human_ref_B":"Any V6 pony car. Too embarrassing to ~~be seen in~~ ~~drive~~ ~~hoon~~ ~~burno-~~ *anything*.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14087.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6v89h4","c_root_id_B":"d6v9jwe","created_at_utc_A":1472074422,"created_at_utc_B":1472076089,"score_A":10,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Reliant Robin. It bullshit on wheels.","human_ref_B":"Any V6 pony car. Too embarrassing to ~~be seen in~~ ~~drive~~ ~~hoon~~ ~~burno-~~ *anything*.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1667.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6v9jwe","c_root_id_B":"d6v9200","created_at_utc_A":1472076089,"created_at_utc_B":1472075443,"score_A":12,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Any V6 pony car. Too embarrassing to ~~be seen in~~ ~~drive~~ ~~hoon~~ ~~burno-~~ *anything*.","human_ref_B":"La Ferrari. Basically unless you pay roughly triple msrp, you have to spend many many millions on other Ferraris to be in the running for Maranello to accept your money.  The worst part is that this situation more than likely will never change.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":646.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6v9200","c_root_id_B":"d6vjhas","created_at_utc_A":1472075443,"created_at_utc_B":1472090647,"score_A":6,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"La Ferrari. Basically unless you pay roughly triple msrp, you have to spend many many millions on other Ferraris to be in the running for Maranello to accept your money.  The worst part is that this situation more than likely will never change.","human_ref_B":"Honestly? The Veyron. It's not that great looking; its top speed, while impressive, is not something I'd be likely to reach even if I owned one; its running costs are ludicrous  (I've heard of multimillionaires selling theirs because it was so damned expensive to own); and I've always gotten this off-putting vibe from it that it was designed solely for numbers-game bragging rights. No thanks. And I wouldn't go for the Chiron, either.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15204.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6vjhas","c_root_id_B":"d6vc1ha","created_at_utc_A":1472090647,"created_at_utc_B":1472079509,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Honestly? The Veyron. It's not that great looking; its top speed, while impressive, is not something I'd be likely to reach even if I owned one; its running costs are ludicrous  (I've heard of multimillionaires selling theirs because it was so damned expensive to own); and I've always gotten this off-putting vibe from it that it was designed solely for numbers-game bragging rights. No thanks. And I wouldn't go for the Chiron, either.","human_ref_B":"Most cars over ~$80,000.  I would rather buy a (rather modest) plane with that money.  There are a exceptions like an SL73, Mercedes Gullwing, and BMW Z8 but for the most part high priced cars do not appeal to me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11138.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4zdujw","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"[Wednesday Discussion] Even if you had the money, which car you wouldn't buy?","c_root_id_A":"d6vjhas","c_root_id_B":"d6vfra0","created_at_utc_A":1472090647,"created_at_utc_B":1472084979,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Honestly? The Veyron. It's not that great looking; its top speed, while impressive, is not something I'd be likely to reach even if I owned one; its running costs are ludicrous  (I've heard of multimillionaires selling theirs because it was so damned expensive to own); and I've always gotten this off-putting vibe from it that it was designed solely for numbers-game bragging rights. No thanks. And I wouldn't go for the Chiron, either.","human_ref_B":"Mercedes S-class Coupe. I just don't see the point of it. It's a stunningly beautiful car but I wouldn't get one, maybe if it was more in line with the sedan pricing.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5668.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"dpydcr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Need help deciding a replacement for my totaled out car. Intrested in what reddits ideas would be? Hey guys! So recently I was t boned in my mazda 6 which I loved dearly and is now totaled out so R.I.P gunter, but now after the other driver has been put at fault his insurance will be buying out my wrecked car. I'm having a hard deciding on what to get because I cannot find the model of mazda 6 I had with the options I had so I'm branching out to other vehicles. My budget should be around the 3,500 to 4,500 dollar range depends how hard insurance fucks me. Here are my requirements.  -manual -decent power (last car had 215hp weighed 3,200lbs and it was quick enough for me) -decent in winter(I live in Wisconsin) -reliable\/easy\/cheap to work on(I do my own repairs so shop cost is not a biggie) -year 2000 and above  -atleast a combined 24mpg wouldn't mind leather interior but is not a deal breaker by any means  I know that's a long list but my 2006 mazda was within those and only cost me 2,300 in total. I'm up to ideas and discussions. Excited to see what you guys and gals come up with!","c_root_id_A":"f600tjx","c_root_id_B":"f609oro","created_at_utc_A":1572599211,"created_at_utc_B":1572610876,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I looked at 2006\/2007 Accords for a long time. The shifter is best in the business, and I personally found the 4 cylinder to be plenty for a FWD car, but if it isn\u2019t enough then there\u2019s a super powerful V6 which will usually come with leather and other amenities.   Kinda in the middle is the TSX which I also looked into for about a year (still really want one). It\u2019ll be between the 4 cylinder and V6 of the accord in terms of power, but it\u2019ll have a nicer interior and a sportier nature. It\u2019ll be pushing $4500 for a decent example.  Lastly, 2005-2009 Legacy GTs have plenty of power, but their resale value isn\u2019t as strong because the turbos weren\u2019t as reliable as the rest of the engine lineup. You might be able to find a good deal on one of those. 250hp, AWD, 5 speed manual, leather, etc. I owned a 2006 Outback with the 6 cylinder that I had plenty of fun in, despite it being auto.","human_ref_B":"First gen Lexus IS300?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11665.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zp4ra8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Whats the situation about US trucks? So, my intention was to get myself an used one next year, my idea was something around 2016 and newer with I dont know, 150kkm on the clock the most. Really depends on the combination and the car condition.  The point, I was eyeing the Ram 1500 and absolute majority of them in here (I am in EU so import only... and really limited choices in that matter) are with the 5.7l hemi. But I already heard from several sources that the Rams in general are very poor choice. Another possibility is F-150, which I do not like that much design wise and didnt exactly heard much praise about those either. Or what was suggested by my US friend, the Chevy Silverado. But those are even rarer than the Rams or F-150s. And local sources do not provide much help, because US trucks are not exactly the mainstay of our roads.  So what the hell is the actual situation of those rigs?","c_root_id_A":"j0s0ovr","c_root_id_B":"j0qq5cq","created_at_utc_A":1671407369,"created_at_utc_B":1671388577,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Ford guys will tell you the F150 is the best, Chevy guys will say the Silverado is the best, and Dodge guys will tell you to buy a Ram. Get whichever one you like, they all have issues sometimes.","human_ref_B":"Sorry do they not sell Tundras or Tacomas where you are?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":18792.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"zp4ra8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Whats the situation about US trucks? So, my intention was to get myself an used one next year, my idea was something around 2016 and newer with I dont know, 150kkm on the clock the most. Really depends on the combination and the car condition.  The point, I was eyeing the Ram 1500 and absolute majority of them in here (I am in EU so import only... and really limited choices in that matter) are with the 5.7l hemi. But I already heard from several sources that the Rams in general are very poor choice. Another possibility is F-150, which I do not like that much design wise and didnt exactly heard much praise about those either. Or what was suggested by my US friend, the Chevy Silverado. But those are even rarer than the Rams or F-150s. And local sources do not provide much help, because US trucks are not exactly the mainstay of our roads.  So what the hell is the actual situation of those rigs?","c_root_id_A":"j0qsn8v","c_root_id_B":"j0s0ovr","created_at_utc_A":1671389481,"created_at_utc_B":1671407369,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"what do you mean \"the actual situation?\"  are you looking for advice on which to buy? how to find them? etc.","human_ref_B":"Ford guys will tell you the F150 is the best, Chevy guys will say the Silverado is the best, and Dodge guys will tell you to buy a Ram. Get whichever one you like, they all have issues sometimes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17888.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"zp4ra8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Whats the situation about US trucks? So, my intention was to get myself an used one next year, my idea was something around 2016 and newer with I dont know, 150kkm on the clock the most. Really depends on the combination and the car condition.  The point, I was eyeing the Ram 1500 and absolute majority of them in here (I am in EU so import only... and really limited choices in that matter) are with the 5.7l hemi. But I already heard from several sources that the Rams in general are very poor choice. Another possibility is F-150, which I do not like that much design wise and didnt exactly heard much praise about those either. Or what was suggested by my US friend, the Chevy Silverado. But those are even rarer than the Rams or F-150s. And local sources do not provide much help, because US trucks are not exactly the mainstay of our roads.  So what the hell is the actual situation of those rigs?","c_root_id_A":"j0rido2","c_root_id_B":"j0s0ovr","created_at_utc_A":1671399475,"created_at_utc_B":1671407369,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Newer chevys have issues with their multi-displacement. rams dont have any particular normal major issues these days. I haven't done it but I would not recommend importing one. Why do you need one?","human_ref_B":"Ford guys will tell you the F150 is the best, Chevy guys will say the Silverado is the best, and Dodge guys will tell you to buy a Ram. Get whichever one you like, they all have issues sometimes.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7894.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"vatzxx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"A\/C not engaging, what other causes could it be? Hello!  So my a\/c clutch still does not engage after replacing it. I've taken it to 2 mechanics.  The first one replaced it, said it worked for about 40 minutes and then it stopped working, he said it could be something electrical that damaged the a\/c compressor (the compressor was brand new) or it was a defective part.  The second mechanic said the a\/c compressor is not working and could be the a\/c control unit or computer and is quoting me for $1400, and already charged me $125 for that repair. The reason I had to go with another mechanic was because the first one ghosted me, didn't want to work on my car, and the heat where I am is getting unbearable.  I checked the fuse and I don't know if it's bad and checked the relay and seems to be good. When I put the max on the a\/c the outer side of the clutch spins for about 2 seconds with the fans and then it stops and then about 25 seconds later it spins 2 seconds and stops. There isn\u2019t a leak either.   Any advice on what else should I check? Or root causes?  I know it's a long post, but if anybody has an idea I would appreciate it! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ic5kpz1","c_root_id_B":"ic5dmlq","created_at_utc_A":1655084143,"created_at_utc_B":1655080320,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Had an issue with my 08 civic a while back where the AC would randomly work. Turns out it was the relay. Try replacing that first before spending $$$. The relay for my car was like 10 bucks and replacing it fixed the issue.","human_ref_B":"I have a 2008 civic sedan, after hours of troubleshooting we found out the hvac panel was bad.  When you clicked the ac button it would light up but never trigger the ac to come on.  It turned out the switch wasn't grounding or something.  New hvac panel and it's back in business.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3823.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"vatzxx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"A\/C not engaging, what other causes could it be? Hello!  So my a\/c clutch still does not engage after replacing it. I've taken it to 2 mechanics.  The first one replaced it, said it worked for about 40 minutes and then it stopped working, he said it could be something electrical that damaged the a\/c compressor (the compressor was brand new) or it was a defective part.  The second mechanic said the a\/c compressor is not working and could be the a\/c control unit or computer and is quoting me for $1400, and already charged me $125 for that repair. The reason I had to go with another mechanic was because the first one ghosted me, didn't want to work on my car, and the heat where I am is getting unbearable.  I checked the fuse and I don't know if it's bad and checked the relay and seems to be good. When I put the max on the a\/c the outer side of the clutch spins for about 2 seconds with the fans and then it stops and then about 25 seconds later it spins 2 seconds and stops. There isn\u2019t a leak either.   Any advice on what else should I check? Or root causes?  I know it's a long post, but if anybody has an idea I would appreciate it! Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"ic5i17x","c_root_id_B":"ic5kpz1","created_at_utc_A":1655082690,"created_at_utc_B":1655084143,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Did you replace the compressor or just the clutch?  And if you replaced the compressor, did you go with OEM?","human_ref_B":"Had an issue with my 08 civic a while back where the AC would randomly work. Turns out it was the relay. Try replacing that first before spending $$$. The relay for my car was like 10 bucks and replacing it fixed the issue.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1453.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"79kg52","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"I live in Michigan and .75 miles away from my work, is it okay to drive straight there or try to take a longer route in the winter? So as the title says, I live close to my work and would prefer not to walk there during winter. I would still plan on letting my engine warm up for a minute or two before setting out, but is it fine to drive that short of a distance?  I believe I've read that longer drives are better for the engine as it let's it fully warm up but im not completely sure.","c_root_id_A":"dp2svkt","c_root_id_B":"dp2qg7i","created_at_utc_A":1509331515,"created_at_utc_B":1509328588,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Walk?    While walking, well-bundled up against the stinging breezes, you could...  * Say your prayers * List the people and things you are thankful for * Design a plan to embezzle millions from the firm * Make long-term vacation plans * Write song lyrics * Fantasize about kicking that coworker's ass * Save money on gas and wear and tear.","human_ref_B":"I usually let my engine warm anyways because I like being nice to it, but it's usually fine as long as you don't drive it hard.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2927.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"k2ycsr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"2005 MK 5 Golf battery keeps dying even though I\u2019ve change the battery and charged it. Garage says there\u2019s no problem with the alternator. Any ideas ?","c_root_id_A":"gdyvai1","c_root_id_B":"gdyi3uo","created_at_utc_A":1606618300,"created_at_utc_B":1606612809,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"These mk5\u2019s have a super common parasitic draw issue with the radio, stock or replacement. I\u2019d start there.","human_ref_B":"So, stepping back a bit, are you *sure* the battery is good? It can take a charge to 12.8 or 12.9 but have a high internal discharge rate.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5491.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4zs615","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Brake piston out, brake fluid all over the place, what is the next step? I was changing my rotors for the first time and all was going well. My brother was eager to help so while I was working on one side he went to the other and took off the brake calipers. So after I put the new rotor and pads in and tightened everything up, I went to the car and pumped the brakes so they tighten up. Unknown to me on the other side one of the pistons slid out and brake fluid spilled on the garage floor. I tried to clamp it back in but the rubber seal does not want to sit back in place. What do I do now? do I have to get more brake fluid ? How do I fix this massive fu dear car gurus!  Car is 2006 Infiniti g35 coupe at","c_root_id_A":"d6yg1d7","c_root_id_B":"d6ygxxo","created_at_utc_A":1472270019,"created_at_utc_B":1472271887,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Best bet is to get a new caliper. Install that and bleed the brakes.  Google bleeding brakes if you don't know how.  Yes, you will need more fluid, buy 2x as much as you think you need.  Do not get any fluid on painted surfaces.","human_ref_B":"You'll want to remove the boot and seat the piston back in the caliper before refitting the outer boot. If its torn, get a new one.   You will need more brake fluid, and bleed the system. If your master cylinder is empty, get a lot extra fluid. You will want to make sure any air that is brought into the brake system is removed.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1868.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"e447d3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Can you add power steering fluid through the filter? 2013 chrysler 300","c_root_id_A":"f96sy3r","c_root_id_B":"f96u82h","created_at_utc_A":1575151269,"created_at_utc_B":1575152165,"score_A":6,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"What filter?","human_ref_B":"Pretty certain there's a reservoir under the hood on that car.  It should be labeled.  It's usually a pretty small reservoir.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":896.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"e447d3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Can you add power steering fluid through the filter? 2013 chrysler 300","c_root_id_A":"f96ugjy","c_root_id_B":"f96sy3r","created_at_utc_A":1575152324,"created_at_utc_B":1575151269,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If it's the mesh filter under the opening of the power steering fluid reservoir, yes.","human_ref_B":"What filter?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1055.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ju7fo6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Can I just suck brake fluid out of master instead of bleeding the line? Title","c_root_id_A":"gcaau9g","c_root_id_B":"gcapoa5","created_at_utc_A":1605385774,"created_at_utc_B":1605392734,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I personally can\u2019t get by the taste.","human_ref_B":"If you have air in the lines swapping out the fluid in the reservoir will do nothing to firm up your brake pedal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6960.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ju7fo6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Can I just suck brake fluid out of master instead of bleeding the line? Title","c_root_id_A":"gca2x56","c_root_id_B":"gcapoa5","created_at_utc_A":1605382132,"created_at_utc_B":1605392734,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What the other guy said. Although sucking it out of the MC is a great way to reduce the amount you need to flush through.","human_ref_B":"If you have air in the lines swapping out the fluid in the reservoir will do nothing to firm up your brake pedal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10602.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ju7fo6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Can I just suck brake fluid out of master instead of bleeding the line? Title","c_root_id_A":"gcaau9g","c_root_id_B":"gca2x56","created_at_utc_A":1605385774,"created_at_utc_B":1605382132,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I personally can\u2019t get by the taste.","human_ref_B":"What the other guy said. Although sucking it out of the MC is a great way to reduce the amount you need to flush through.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3642.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxay57k","c_root_id_B":"hxav3yd","created_at_utc_A":1645103707,"created_at_utc_B":1645102066,"score_A":65,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Should be able to walk into your local dodge dealership and order a hellcat","human_ref_B":"That's more of a question for your local credit union than an internet forum. Make a few calls, explain the situation, and see what kind of financing they can arrange for you.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1641.0,"score_ratio":3.6111111111}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxaw6mv","c_root_id_B":"hxay57k","created_at_utc_A":1645102652,"created_at_utc_B":1645103707,"score_A":9,"score_B":65,"human_ref_A":"how long is your credit history? have you financed a car before? what\u2019s your income like?   head over to r\/AskCarSales and ask. they\u2019ll give it to you straight","human_ref_B":"Should be able to walk into your local dodge dealership and order a hellcat","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1055.0,"score_ratio":7.2222222222}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxb11hu","c_root_id_B":"hxb7069","created_at_utc_A":1645105150,"created_at_utc_B":1645107884,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"No one here is going to be able to tell you that.   Lenders take into consideration all kinds of factors, not just your credit score.   Is the car you're buying valued lower than the loan? Approvability goes down. Older the car,  harder it is to get approved.  Is your score low because of credit ratio? Payment history? Lack of history?  All of that gets taken into account and more.","human_ref_B":"Dont","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2734.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxb7069","c_root_id_B":"hxb3m78","created_at_utc_A":1645107884,"created_at_utc_B":1645106366,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Dont","human_ref_B":"I've found Carvana to be pretty generous, but I have a very high income that offsets my credit history.  Bear in mind that you will be expected to put money down and will pay high interest.  Carvana also allows you to pre-qualify without a hard inquiry.  Capital One Auto Finance is another place that does that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1518.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxbc9l2","c_root_id_B":"hxb82k3","created_at_utc_A":1645110111,"created_at_utc_B":1645108349,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":".  For seconds, **which** of the main three FICO Scores are you quoting or is it one of the non-FICO scores such as Vantage 3.0...  .","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m sure it\u2019s hard to do, especially now, but I would just save up for a cash car. Priuses used to be fairly easy to find with about 100k miles on them and they\u2019re the very definition of reliable; if that\u2019s not your thing, I\u2019d look for an older Camry or Corolla.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1762.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxb11hu","c_root_id_B":"hxb82k3","created_at_utc_A":1645105150,"created_at_utc_B":1645108349,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"No one here is going to be able to tell you that.   Lenders take into consideration all kinds of factors, not just your credit score.   Is the car you're buying valued lower than the loan? Approvability goes down. Older the car,  harder it is to get approved.  Is your score low because of credit ratio? Payment history? Lack of history?  All of that gets taken into account and more.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m sure it\u2019s hard to do, especially now, but I would just save up for a cash car. Priuses used to be fairly easy to find with about 100k miles on them and they\u2019re the very definition of reliable; if that\u2019s not your thing, I\u2019d look for an older Camry or Corolla.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3199.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxb3m78","c_root_id_B":"hxb82k3","created_at_utc_A":1645106366,"created_at_utc_B":1645108349,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I've found Carvana to be pretty generous, but I have a very high income that offsets my credit history.  Bear in mind that you will be expected to put money down and will pay high interest.  Carvana also allows you to pre-qualify without a hard inquiry.  Capital One Auto Finance is another place that does that.","human_ref_B":"I\u2019m sure it\u2019s hard to do, especially now, but I would just save up for a cash car. Priuses used to be fairly easy to find with about 100k miles on them and they\u2019re the very definition of reliable; if that\u2019s not your thing, I\u2019d look for an older Camry or Corolla.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1983.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxb11hu","c_root_id_B":"hxbc9l2","created_at_utc_A":1645105150,"created_at_utc_B":1645110111,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"No one here is going to be able to tell you that.   Lenders take into consideration all kinds of factors, not just your credit score.   Is the car you're buying valued lower than the loan? Approvability goes down. Older the car,  harder it is to get approved.  Is your score low because of credit ratio? Payment history? Lack of history?  All of that gets taken into account and more.","human_ref_B":".  For seconds, **which** of the main three FICO Scores are you quoting or is it one of the non-FICO scores such as Vantage 3.0...  .","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4961.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxbc9l2","c_root_id_B":"hxb3m78","created_at_utc_A":1645110111,"created_at_utc_B":1645106366,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":".  For seconds, **which** of the main three FICO Scores are you quoting or is it one of the non-FICO scores such as Vantage 3.0...  .","human_ref_B":"I've found Carvana to be pretty generous, but I have a very high income that offsets my credit history.  Bear in mind that you will be expected to put money down and will pay high interest.  Carvana also allows you to pre-qualify without a hard inquiry.  Capital One Auto Finance is another place that does that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3745.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"sunf5u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What car can I finance with a 640 credit score? I need a reliable car for work. Would really appreciate some input","c_root_id_A":"hxbbvj2","c_root_id_B":"hxbc9l2","created_at_utc_A":1645109947,"created_at_utc_B":1645110111,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":".  For starters there are ~27 *different* FICO Scores that have different uses an users...  Can't quote them right off the top of my head but easy nuff to Google...  E.g. one (actually more than the main one...) for CC cos., one for mortgage lenders, one for 'secured' personal loans, one for rental entities...  an many use more than just the one specific to their business...  Equifax or Experian is making a business of providing all of these to you, with a free 30 day trial...  but at $29.99 \/ mo. BE SURE to cancel BEFORE the 30 days are up or you're nailed for it automatically...  Jes say'n...  .","human_ref_B":".  For seconds, **which** of the main three FICO Scores are you quoting or is it one of the non-FICO scores such as Vantage 3.0...  .","labels":0,"seconds_difference":164.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ckcz5j","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Can anyone tell me what this is on my engine? It's leaking oil this is were it's leaking from","c_root_id_A":"evlzot5","c_root_id_B":"evm0rpm","created_at_utc_A":1564601322,"created_at_utc_B":1564601725,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Year make and model","human_ref_B":"Im going with cam seal.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":403.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"d65qr0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Looking to buy an 03 Lancer. Auto with 175xxxkm. What should I be looking for when I test drive the car? If anyone knows any common issues, let me know too","c_root_id_A":"f0q15qq","c_root_id_B":"f0q1w53","created_at_utc_A":1568851901,"created_at_utc_B":1568852323,"score_A":5,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Transmission, feel how it shifts. Has to be smooth. Don\u2019t pay much.","human_ref_B":"If you know nothing about cars you should pay someone else to look at it. Nothing worse than being barely able to afford a car only to have to put money into it right after you buy it. Find any garage and ask them to let you know what they think. Should cost like $50.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":422.0,"score_ratio":2.6}
{"post_id":"d65qr0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Looking to buy an 03 Lancer. Auto with 175xxxkm. What should I be looking for when I test drive the car? If anyone knows any common issues, let me know too","c_root_id_A":"f0q9elu","c_root_id_B":"f0q15qq","created_at_utc_A":1568856095,"created_at_utc_B":1568851901,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Another car...","human_ref_B":"Transmission, feel how it shifts. Has to be smooth. Don\u2019t pay much.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4194.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"esakdx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What should I look for when buying a volvo 240? volvo 240 I\u2019m interested in buying this 240 for my first car as they\u2019re cheap, fun to drive\/drift, and good looking cars imo but i was wondering what I should be looking for\/questions I should be asking while looking at an older car like this? Thought I\u2019d ask here since i\u2019ve never had experience with one myself...","c_root_id_A":"ff8wzlz","c_root_id_B":"ff8v1co","created_at_utc_A":1579698833,"created_at_utc_B":1579697050,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Look for rust around suspension points. Not super common, but I've seen a few with terminal rust around the A-arm mounts.      Not much else. I wouldn't even be concerned with service history.     You avoid some common 240 issues with this one: It is past the years that had the wiring harness issues, and the M47 transmission in this doesn't have the failing electronic 5th gear of the M46.","human_ref_B":"Service history, maintenance intervals (belts\/chains etc), perishables (anything that has rubber or plastic parts like mounts and brackets etc)  The average 240 is immensely slow, can't imagine they'd be fun for drifting unless it's icy lol","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1783.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"esakdx","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What should I look for when buying a volvo 240? volvo 240 I\u2019m interested in buying this 240 for my first car as they\u2019re cheap, fun to drive\/drift, and good looking cars imo but i was wondering what I should be looking for\/questions I should be asking while looking at an older car like this? Thought I\u2019d ask here since i\u2019ve never had experience with one myself...","c_root_id_A":"ff9fnj9","c_root_id_B":"ff8v1co","created_at_utc_A":1579711999,"created_at_utc_B":1579697050,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The price seems a little steep but if it's well kept and the maintenance is up to date it's not a ludicrous price, if it were in my area I'd be looking at it.. I've owned 2 240s and several other rear wheel drive Volvos. They are fantastic cars in my opinion, parts are generally cheap, no complex electronics, they're very easy to work on, just great cars overall. They're very fun to drive despite the suspension being floaty, tonnes of body roll in corners, and the engine not being that powerful, on paper it shouldn't be fun but as a package it just _works_... You feel like an unstoppable force when you're behind the wheel, you gotta experience it to understand... I drive my 89 240 Wagon with the 5 speed way more than my 2013 Ford Taurus SHO AWD with the 365 HP twin turbo V6 because I enjoy driving the Volvo that much more.","human_ref_B":"Service history, maintenance intervals (belts\/chains etc), perishables (anything that has rubber or plastic parts like mounts and brackets etc)  The average 240 is immensely slow, can't imagine they'd be fun for drifting unless it's icy lol","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14949.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"l5fle6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"I want to hang LED fairy lights in my car. But I know having lights can drain the car battery. How can I make sure the lights don't draw too much power? Basically, I have a 2019 Hyundai Kona. It's a subcompact SUV and I never use the backseat so I decided to pull down the seats, extending the cargo space, to make a cozy little retreat. I'd like to hang some fairy lights on the interior for atmosphere.  Now, I don't want to drain my battery, so to mitigate energy spent I chose LED lights. Is there anything else I should do to keep them from draining the battery? Or anything I should keep in mind while looking for good LED fairy lights to buy?  Appreciate the help!","c_root_id_A":"gktywl3","c_root_id_B":"gktzqtq","created_at_utc_A":1611675169,"created_at_utc_B":1611675530,"score_A":9,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Don't fairy lights run for days off 2 AAA batteries?  Pretty sure you could leave em on 24\/7 if you drove the car frequently.","human_ref_B":"Wire them with a switch so you can turn them off when not in need?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":361.0,"score_ratio":1.1111111111}
{"post_id":"hb8jnk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Audible Click When Pressing Brake In Park? (Automatic transmission) Today I did something stupid. I thought I started the car, so I did the normal routine - pressed my brake, disengaged the E-brake, and moved the shifter from park to drive. Let off the brakes, and the car started rolling forward as usual (it was on an inclined driveway). I realized that the engine was NOT on, so I stepped on my brakes, put it in park, and engaged the E-brake. Started the car, and drove it 20 feet to park it in front of the house where I intended to.  Fast forward 4 hours later, I need to drive somewhere. Start the car, release the E-break, and press the brakes to put it in drive. BUT! When I engage or disengage the brakes, it makes a VERY audible \u201cclick\u201d! Only happens in park. Researched it, and people say it\u2019s part of the normal functionality of any vehicle, however this is way too loud . You can actually feel the click, and it\u2019s so loud that you can hear it clearly over the radio. The car never did this before I made the stupid mistake earlier in the day.  What should I do? I\u2019ve owned the car for 4 days. A seemingly healthy 2001 Honda CR-V from one owner (older lady).","c_root_id_A":"fv84dqk","c_root_id_B":"fv7x0b3","created_at_utc_A":1592482527,"created_at_utc_B":1592476302,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"> I\u2019ve owned the car for 4 days. A seemingly healthy 2001 Honda CR-V from one owner (older lady).  I think you're working yourself up since it's a new car to you. You didn't do anything wrong, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with shifting with the car off.   There's a brake\/shift interlock as someone else mentioned that is basically a solenoid that activates when you hit the brake so you can move the shifter out of Park. That's normally what you would hear, and you can even test it by sometimes resting your hand lightly on the gear shift and hitting the brake and you'll actually feel the interlock release.","human_ref_B":"Was the key in Run position when you shifted the first time (and just the engine was off)?  If so, there was nothing you did that could have damaged the car.  It sounds like you are describing the BTSI solenoid (Brake Transmission Shift Interlock) which is designed to keep you from shifting out of park without having the brake pedal depressed.  The solenoid sticks on some vehicles and most owners don't notice because they never try shifting out of park without pressing the brake.  If you pulled it out of park with the key out, it's possible you jostled the solenoid loose and it just started working again.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6225.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"acmofe","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Dealership unable to replace corroded low-beam relay; they want to replace entire fuse box instead. Is this the only way? I have a 2012 Ford Fiesta. After sitting for a week, the low-beams no longer work. I discovered that the low-beam relay corroded. Upon removal of the relay, a prong broke off and I have been unable to remove it. Here's a photo of the fuse box.  A local Ford dealership stated that they cannot remove the pin and replace the relay. They said they will need to replace the entire fuse box and wiring harness. I was quoted $1300 parts and labor (fuse box itself being around $800).  This seem a bit ridiculous and I haven't allowed them to start work yet but I wanted to double check and see if anyone else thinks this is strange. Am I screwed?","c_root_id_A":"ed9hzh6","c_root_id_B":"ed9f2nm","created_at_utc_A":1546646240,"created_at_utc_B":1546643893,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"With the amount of corrosion in that picture, replacing the box may not be a bad idea. Talk to an independent shop and see if they can get you a used box or try to find one yourself at a local scrap yard.","human_ref_B":"If you don\u2019t replace that box, you\u2019re going to have electrical gremlins in your future.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2347.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ecwenp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Should I replace the timing belt on my car before selling it? I\u2019m about to sell my car myself through craigslist. The car works fine, although it\u2019s up there in miles and I know the timing belt should be replaced. I\u2019m not having any issues but I was thinking I should replace it and I could potentially sell it for more. Is my logic right or should I sell it as is?","c_root_id_A":"fbe3wqg","c_root_id_B":"fbe5kew","created_at_utc_A":1576777634,"created_at_utc_B":1576778681,"score_A":14,"score_B":25,"human_ref_A":"It would be a good selling point to put in your ad.  Not sure how much higher you\u2019d put the price though.","human_ref_B":"Not worth it unless you can do it yourself. Won't help value much. People are cheap and go for lower price.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1047.0,"score_ratio":1.7857142857}
{"post_id":"ecwenp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Should I replace the timing belt on my car before selling it? I\u2019m about to sell my car myself through craigslist. The car works fine, although it\u2019s up there in miles and I know the timing belt should be replaced. I\u2019m not having any issues but I was thinking I should replace it and I could potentially sell it for more. Is my logic right or should I sell it as is?","c_root_id_A":"fbe5kew","c_root_id_B":"fbe4xrq","created_at_utc_A":1576778681,"created_at_utc_B":1576778280,"score_A":25,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Not worth it unless you can do it yourself. Won't help value much. People are cheap and go for lower price.","human_ref_B":"If it's past due, it might impact your selling price. But the question is if the time+money spent on it would be worth the increase in sale price.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":401.0,"score_ratio":3.125}
{"post_id":"ecwenp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Should I replace the timing belt on my car before selling it? I\u2019m about to sell my car myself through craigslist. The car works fine, although it\u2019s up there in miles and I know the timing belt should be replaced. I\u2019m not having any issues but I was thinking I should replace it and I could potentially sell it for more. Is my logic right or should I sell it as is?","c_root_id_A":"fbefdom","c_root_id_B":"fbe4xrq","created_at_utc_A":1576784563,"created_at_utc_B":1576778280,"score_A":9,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Just be honest if buyer asks when it was last replaced. Otherwise don't do it, not worth it.","human_ref_B":"If it's past due, it might impact your selling price. But the question is if the time+money spent on it would be worth the increase in sale price.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6283.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"ecwenp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Should I replace the timing belt on my car before selling it? I\u2019m about to sell my car myself through craigslist. The car works fine, although it\u2019s up there in miles and I know the timing belt should be replaced. I\u2019m not having any issues but I was thinking I should replace it and I could potentially sell it for more. Is my logic right or should I sell it as is?","c_root_id_A":"fbe8zto","c_root_id_B":"fbefdom","created_at_utc_A":1576780896,"created_at_utc_B":1576784563,"score_A":8,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"You will be lucky to break even on the money invested.","human_ref_B":"Just be honest if buyer asks when it was last replaced. Otherwise don't do it, not worth it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3667.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"ecwenp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Should I replace the timing belt on my car before selling it? I\u2019m about to sell my car myself through craigslist. The car works fine, although it\u2019s up there in miles and I know the timing belt should be replaced. I\u2019m not having any issues but I was thinking I should replace it and I could potentially sell it for more. Is my logic right or should I sell it as is?","c_root_id_A":"fbefdom","c_root_id_B":"fbe9zb6","created_at_utc_A":1576784563,"created_at_utc_B":1576781529,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Just be honest if buyer asks when it was last replaced. Otherwise don't do it, not worth it.","human_ref_B":"Keep the receipt and documents if you do. Many times I'd just perform maintenance on a vehicle if it was even a question whether it was done or not.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3034.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"y23mpi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Hi guys, I'm going to purchase a Ford Thunderbird lx '96 4.6 V8, any recommandation to this model or issues ? thanks !","c_root_id_A":"is0p7n8","c_root_id_B":"is250vz","created_at_utc_A":1665581673,"created_at_utc_B":1665602491,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Mn12performance has all the oddball stuff. They're good cars, just a bit obscure, now.   Should have bought a super coupe.","human_ref_B":"Before you settle on the LX, consider finding yourself a SuperCoupe.  Damn, I miss my SC... what a thoroughly ridiculous vehicle :)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":20818.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"s1jrdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"My car keeps switching between being fast and then slow. What is wrong with my car? Sometimes my car feels like it can go pretty fast. Today i slightly pressed the gas and it completely jerked fast. Then some days it feels as if it\u2019s struggling just to go 40mph. Like I have to press really hard on the gas and it feels like the car doesn\u2019t want to go faster. I don\u2019t understand what\u2019s going on.","c_root_id_A":"hs8ms4i","c_root_id_B":"hs8u2de","created_at_utc_A":1641925798,"created_at_utc_B":1641928461,"score_A":7,"score_B":19,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like it needs a tune up and a fuel pump. If you're getting loss of power when accelerating you're losing supply to something. Or even worse, a gasket has blown and you're losing compression. You should take it to a mechanic.","human_ref_B":"Is your floor Matt stuck under the pedal?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2663.0,"score_ratio":2.7142857143}
{"post_id":"s1jrdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"My car keeps switching between being fast and then slow. What is wrong with my car? Sometimes my car feels like it can go pretty fast. Today i slightly pressed the gas and it completely jerked fast. Then some days it feels as if it\u2019s struggling just to go 40mph. Like I have to press really hard on the gas and it feels like the car doesn\u2019t want to go faster. I don\u2019t understand what\u2019s going on.","c_root_id_A":"hs93sf3","c_root_id_B":"hs8ms4i","created_at_utc_A":1641932035,"created_at_utc_B":1641925798,"score_A":8,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"How long have you been ignoring the check engine light?","human_ref_B":"Sounds like it needs a tune up and a fuel pump. If you're getting loss of power when accelerating you're losing supply to something. Or even worse, a gasket has blown and you're losing compression. You should take it to a mechanic.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6237.0,"score_ratio":1.1428571429}
{"post_id":"s1jrdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"My car keeps switching between being fast and then slow. What is wrong with my car? Sometimes my car feels like it can go pretty fast. Today i slightly pressed the gas and it completely jerked fast. Then some days it feels as if it\u2019s struggling just to go 40mph. Like I have to press really hard on the gas and it feels like the car doesn\u2019t want to go faster. I don\u2019t understand what\u2019s going on.","c_root_id_A":"hs8v2t8","c_root_id_B":"hs93sf3","created_at_utc_A":1641928836,"created_at_utc_B":1641932035,"score_A":3,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"It could just be something simple like dirt in the fuel system, a dirty or worn air mass sensor, bad plugs or it could be something more serious. One of our cars had a weird problem like this. The jerking and powerloss would come and go seemingly at random, and we found nothing wrong in the ignition or fuel system. In the end it turned out to be two tiny little sensors that were mounted by the cathalytic converter that were on their way out. When only one of them were misbehaving the car would run just like normal, but when both sensors happened to do it at the same time it would loose all power and just hopple along. There are a lot of little things that can go wrong on newer cars. It was easier when cars had distributors with points and old fashioned carburetors.","human_ref_B":"How long have you been ignoring the check engine light?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3199.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"s1jrdm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"My car keeps switching between being fast and then slow. What is wrong with my car? Sometimes my car feels like it can go pretty fast. Today i slightly pressed the gas and it completely jerked fast. Then some days it feels as if it\u2019s struggling just to go 40mph. Like I have to press really hard on the gas and it feels like the car doesn\u2019t want to go faster. I don\u2019t understand what\u2019s going on.","c_root_id_A":"hs93sf3","c_root_id_B":"hs8y1cm","created_at_utc_A":1641932035,"created_at_utc_B":1641929925,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"How long have you been ignoring the check engine light?","human_ref_B":"How are we supposed to tell? You didn't tell us the make \/ model \/ year \/ mileage \/ if there's amber lights illuminated on the dash, etc.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2110.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"capvdh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Thinking about buying a new car and wondering which cars have the cheapest parts? Sorry if this is a stupid question....   I have a honda civic and looking to buy a new car.  I'm worried that other cars are going to be significantly more expensive to find parts for ...  I was wondering if anyone had any idea how much the price of car parts vary between brands like honda, nissan, chevy, hyundai, mazda, ford etc ... would buying another brand only be around 20%-30%  more expensive for parts or could it be 2 or 3 times as expensive?","c_root_id_A":"eta9jse","c_root_id_B":"etaa5q0","created_at_utc_A":1562615272,"created_at_utc_B":1562615660,"score_A":15,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"As a general rule of thumb, German cars have expensive parts. VW, Audi, BMW.  You definitely want to stay within the economy brand of cars for cheap parts. Honda parts are rather inexpensive. If you live in North America, Chevy and Fords gave decently priced parts. I\u2019d stick with either Honda or Toyota though for reliability.","human_ref_B":"Keep in mind - the cheapest parts are the ones you don't have to buy.  A car made entirely of cheap parts would likely need to have those parts replaced more often.  That said, the variance is likely to be more in the 20-30% range than the 200-300% range, especially among the \"regular\" (non-luxury \/ non-specialty) makes and models.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":388.0,"score_ratio":1.5333333333}
{"post_id":"capvdh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Thinking about buying a new car and wondering which cars have the cheapest parts? Sorry if this is a stupid question....   I have a honda civic and looking to buy a new car.  I'm worried that other cars are going to be significantly more expensive to find parts for ...  I was wondering if anyone had any idea how much the price of car parts vary between brands like honda, nissan, chevy, hyundai, mazda, ford etc ... would buying another brand only be around 20%-30%  more expensive for parts or could it be 2 or 3 times as expensive?","c_root_id_A":"etac5sc","c_root_id_B":"etadjg6","created_at_utc_A":1562616939,"created_at_utc_B":1562617817,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"It heavily depends on where you live.  Domestic parts are generally cheaper. If you live in countries with no manifacturer, then everything is more expensive.  Generally speaking, americans and koreans are cheapest. Asian are more expensive but more reliable and europeans are the most expensive.","human_ref_B":"I hate to sidestep your question, but I don't think \"cost of parts\" is the best way to think about it. Instead, consider \"cost of ownership,\" which includes the cost of maintenance and repairs. You can Google this figure for each model you're interested in fairly quickly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":878.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"capvdh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Thinking about buying a new car and wondering which cars have the cheapest parts? Sorry if this is a stupid question....   I have a honda civic and looking to buy a new car.  I'm worried that other cars are going to be significantly more expensive to find parts for ...  I was wondering if anyone had any idea how much the price of car parts vary between brands like honda, nissan, chevy, hyundai, mazda, ford etc ... would buying another brand only be around 20%-30%  more expensive for parts or could it be 2 or 3 times as expensive?","c_root_id_A":"etadjg6","c_root_id_B":"etaa9zn","created_at_utc_A":1562617817,"created_at_utc_B":1562615736,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I hate to sidestep your question, but I don't think \"cost of parts\" is the best way to think about it. Instead, consider \"cost of ownership,\" which includes the cost of maintenance and repairs. You can Google this figure for each model you're interested in fairly quickly.","human_ref_B":"It's not really a 1:1 kind of thing because different brands will need parts more or less frequently.  In addition, and more expensive the vehicle is initially the more expensive parts are likely to be.  For example, parts for a Honda Accord are going to be more expensive than parts for a Honda Civic.  Obviously they share some of the same parts but not all.  As a general rule, the more common the vehicle the less expensive the parts.  The civic being one of the most common cars on the road, and an economy model at that, will generally have cheep parts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2081.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"capvdh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Thinking about buying a new car and wondering which cars have the cheapest parts? Sorry if this is a stupid question....   I have a honda civic and looking to buy a new car.  I'm worried that other cars are going to be significantly more expensive to find parts for ...  I was wondering if anyone had any idea how much the price of car parts vary between brands like honda, nissan, chevy, hyundai, mazda, ford etc ... would buying another brand only be around 20%-30%  more expensive for parts or could it be 2 or 3 times as expensive?","c_root_id_A":"etaa9zn","c_root_id_B":"etac5sc","created_at_utc_A":1562615736,"created_at_utc_B":1562616939,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It's not really a 1:1 kind of thing because different brands will need parts more or less frequently.  In addition, and more expensive the vehicle is initially the more expensive parts are likely to be.  For example, parts for a Honda Accord are going to be more expensive than parts for a Honda Civic.  Obviously they share some of the same parts but not all.  As a general rule, the more common the vehicle the less expensive the parts.  The civic being one of the most common cars on the road, and an economy model at that, will generally have cheep parts.","human_ref_B":"It heavily depends on where you live.  Domestic parts are generally cheaper. If you live in countries with no manifacturer, then everything is more expensive.  Generally speaking, americans and koreans are cheapest. Asian are more expensive but more reliable and europeans are the most expensive.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1203.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"capvdh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Thinking about buying a new car and wondering which cars have the cheapest parts? Sorry if this is a stupid question....   I have a honda civic and looking to buy a new car.  I'm worried that other cars are going to be significantly more expensive to find parts for ...  I was wondering if anyone had any idea how much the price of car parts vary between brands like honda, nissan, chevy, hyundai, mazda, ford etc ... would buying another brand only be around 20%-30%  more expensive for parts or could it be 2 or 3 times as expensive?","c_root_id_A":"etb3oim","c_root_id_B":"etaa9zn","created_at_utc_A":1562636215,"created_at_utc_B":1562615736,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Toyota and Honda will always be cheaper to fix. If your in the USA Ford is also a option  cheap to fix  parts readily available but don't buy any other American cars. Chevy's and dodges aren't reliable.   If I had to pick stay with Honda. You can never go wrong with one ever.","human_ref_B":"It's not really a 1:1 kind of thing because different brands will need parts more or less frequently.  In addition, and more expensive the vehicle is initially the more expensive parts are likely to be.  For example, parts for a Honda Accord are going to be more expensive than parts for a Honda Civic.  Obviously they share some of the same parts but not all.  As a general rule, the more common the vehicle the less expensive the parts.  The civic being one of the most common cars on the road, and an economy model at that, will generally have cheep parts.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20479.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"n87pn2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How long past an oil change can I go? I was due for an oil change 100 miles ago but I\u2019m not getting one until next week? How many miles past due can I drive before I risk wrecking my car?","c_root_id_A":"gxgxytv","c_root_id_B":"gxhl2gv","created_at_utc_A":1620539290,"created_at_utc_B":1620560389,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"What car? how many miles since the last change? synthetic or conventional?","human_ref_B":"You\u2019ll be fine. A 3k mile interval is pretty low for modern oils. Many people go 5-10k miles between changes. Just make sure the level is fine. Change when you can.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21099.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"n87pn2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"How long past an oil change can I go? I was due for an oil change 100 miles ago but I\u2019m not getting one until next week? How many miles past due can I drive before I risk wrecking my car?","c_root_id_A":"gxhatp6","c_root_id_B":"gxhl2gv","created_at_utc_A":1620550760,"created_at_utc_B":1620560389,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Going a couple hundred miles over is no big deal, no matter what type of oil you're using. Wrecking the engine is more of a problem if you're a couple years past or many many thousands of miles over.  With synthetic oil, people have gotten the oil tested when they were supposed to change it and the tests showed the oil was still good for several thousand more miles.  Also, there is no standard oil change interval (3k miles, 5k miles, etc.). Every car is different, and every car's manual will say what the oil change interval is supposed to be.","human_ref_B":"You\u2019ll be fine. A 3k mile interval is pretty low for modern oils. Many people go 5-10k miles between changes. Just make sure the level is fine. Change when you can.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9629.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"w2yvoy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can you put smaller rims on a car? I have an 01 Monte Carlo. Comes with 16 inch rims that are originally and really beat up and rough to look at. Someone in another town over is parting out an 88 Monte Carlo. The rims on that car look immaculate like brand new for being 88 rims plus I like the look of older rims. It has the same stud lay out as mine but they are 14 inch rims. If I put them on would they work well or would there be any issues. My car is already kinda low to the ground so I\u2019d imagine it would make lower. What about performance, fuel Mileage, winter performance etc. thanks","c_root_id_A":"igt5cxk","c_root_id_B":"igt4ju5","created_at_utc_A":1658254411,"created_at_utc_B":1658254109,"score_A":11,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I would do some googling or maybe there's a Monte Carlo subreddit. I doubt your brakes are small enough to fit a 14\" rim, that's tiny. As far as performance goes, it's going to depend on what size tire you put on. You can use a tire calculator to find what would get you to the same size diameter. On the 14\" wheel you're going to get a much bigger sidewall which will be a smoother ride but won't help cornering. Fuel mileage shouldn't change too much as long as you go with the same brand and model of tire you've got on there now.","human_ref_B":"It will depend on the size of your brake rotors and\/or drums. Most vehicles come with the minimal size wheel stock so anything smaller usually won\u2019t fit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":302.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"w2yvoy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Can you put smaller rims on a car? I have an 01 Monte Carlo. Comes with 16 inch rims that are originally and really beat up and rough to look at. Someone in another town over is parting out an 88 Monte Carlo. The rims on that car look immaculate like brand new for being 88 rims plus I like the look of older rims. It has the same stud lay out as mine but they are 14 inch rims. If I put them on would they work well or would there be any issues. My car is already kinda low to the ground so I\u2019d imagine it would make lower. What about performance, fuel Mileage, winter performance etc. thanks","c_root_id_A":"igt4ju5","c_root_id_B":"igt7rae","created_at_utc_A":1658254109,"created_at_utc_B":1658255301,"score_A":5,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"It will depend on the size of your brake rotors and\/or drums. Most vehicles come with the minimal size wheel stock so anything smaller usually won\u2019t fit.","human_ref_B":"The short answer to that is \"maybe, probably not.\"  -- and in your case, the answer is going to be \"NO it won't work.\"  There are a lot of things to consider when swapping rims.  Number 1 is the lug hole locations.  Here's a picture showing all the relevent measurements:  https:\/\/i.b5z.net\/i\/u\/1631707\/i\/ATV-UTV_Wheels_Offset_Sizes_explained.jpg    Your 01 Monte has 5x114 lug holes.  This means your car has 5 lug studs that are 114 mm in diameter.  Your 88 Monte wheels are 5x4.75 inches -- which is 5x120.65mm.  So right off the bat, you're done because the holes won't line up with the lug studs so you won't be able to mount the tires.  FYI I got these numbers from:   https:\/\/www.wheel-size.com\/size\/chevrolet\/monte-carlo\/2001\/   https:\/\/www.wheel-size.com\/size\/chevrolet\/monte-carlo\/1988\/    Now, let's assume that the lug holes DO line up - so both tires are 5x114.  Now, you have to make sure that the inside diameter of the wheel can clear the brake calipers.  If you have huge brakes, you have to have a wheel that is large enough that the calipers can fit inside it.  Again, if the wheel can't fit over the brakes, you won't be mounting that tire.  Finally, you need to look at tire width, height, and offset.  If the tire is too wide, you will start hitting the inside of the wheel well or other components when you turn.  If the tire is too tall, you might end up rubbing against the fender.  If the tire offset is incorrect (the spacing within the tire), it might stick out too far and your tire will basically be OUTSIDE the fender, or it might stick too far inward and you start rubbing against the suspension components.  Basically, everything has to line up or it's not going to work.  OK, let's say everything DOES line up.  You were able to go from a 16\" wheel that was 5x114 and 225mm in diameter to a 15\" wheel that is 5x114, 225mm in diameter, and still clears the brake calipers.  Then you start looking at tire size.  Your original tire was 225\/60R16.  The '16' means a 16\" diameter wheel.  the '225' means 225 mm wide.  the '60' is an aspect ratio.  The sidewall of the tire is 60% of the width.  For a 225mm wide tire, you will have 225*0.60 = 135mm sidewalls.  This means the total diameter of the wheel + tire combo is 676 mm.  Your tire will turn 578 revolutions per mile (this is used to calculate the speedometer)  Our hypothetical new tire is also 225mm wide.  If we go with a 225\/60R15 tire (15\" diameter, 225mm width, 60% aspect ratio) then your tire will have 225*0.60 = 135mm sidewalls, but add in the 15\" diameter instead of the 16\" original diameter, you end up with 650mm tall tire.  The original was 676mm tall. Your car now sits 26mm lower your tire will turn. 787 revolutions per mile.  Your speedometer will now be off by about 3 mph at 65mph (you will be driving 65 but your speedometer will read 68mph).  The solution here would be to adjust the aspect ratio.  If you start with a 225\/60R16 tire, you want a 225\/65R15 tire to go along with your new 15\" rim.  Moving from the 60% aspect ratio with 16\" rim to a 65% aspect ratio with 15\" rim will essentially keep the outside diameter of the tire the same.  your speedometer will read 69.7mph when your true speed is 70mph.  This site allows you to specify any tire sizes and compare results:  https:\/\/tiresize.com\/comparison\/","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1192.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"wwlnnc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Which of the following available at home soaps should I use for car wash? Which of the following would be the best to wash the car if there is no special car shampoo:  Dish soap, Shampoo or Floor cleaner.  (Or anything else?)  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"illq9m7","c_root_id_B":"ills27b","created_at_utc_A":1661353904,"created_at_utc_B":1661354606,"score_A":3,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Laundry soap, lightly distilled.","human_ref_B":"Car wash soap lol. Dish soap will remove any wax you have, so it's great if you're also about to apply wax. I wouldn't put floor cleaner on my car, personally.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":702.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"bmm9rf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"All 4 tires are at wear bar, graduating in 3 months. Can I make them last or does anyone have frugal recommendations for me? Hi all as the question says, my tires are all at their wear bar and money is tight right now. I'm wondering if it's at all feasible to get them to last 3 months. If not, I would have to put them on my credit card and finance 4 tires.   I've heard of people buying 2 new tires instead but don't know much about just 2 tires. Also it looks like people have bought used tires, but again I don't have the knowledge set to know what to look for, besides the year manufactured. I've been searching around for a buy 3 get 1 deal but not a lot of luck, most are $50-70 rebates  My car shop I go to said nankang are the cheapest they would recommend, but I would still have to finance them and if I'm buying new tires, would prefer just to get better quality; I've been looking at either kumho pa51 for around $100ea, or the general gs-max all seasons for $130ish, without installation cost.  Wondering if I should just bite the bullet and finance them or if there's any other ideas anyone would have. If it was possible to last 3 months through the summer, I would most likely keep driving to off the highway if conditions are wet at all. I do know tires are the most important part of the car for safety, but $600 is going to hurt in my current situation","c_root_id_A":"emxrdll","c_root_id_B":"emxqy83","created_at_utc_A":1557422957,"created_at_utc_B":1557422728,"score_A":20,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"To help you out, in your situation, ANY used tires are better than bald tires. You have bald tires.   I\u2019m not trying to be mean. Comment if you have questions.","human_ref_B":"When I was in your situation, I went to the local junkyard and bought a set of tyres from a totaled car.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":229.0,"score_ratio":3.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bmm9rf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"All 4 tires are at wear bar, graduating in 3 months. Can I make them last or does anyone have frugal recommendations for me? Hi all as the question says, my tires are all at their wear bar and money is tight right now. I'm wondering if it's at all feasible to get them to last 3 months. If not, I would have to put them on my credit card and finance 4 tires.   I've heard of people buying 2 new tires instead but don't know much about just 2 tires. Also it looks like people have bought used tires, but again I don't have the knowledge set to know what to look for, besides the year manufactured. I've been searching around for a buy 3 get 1 deal but not a lot of luck, most are $50-70 rebates  My car shop I go to said nankang are the cheapest they would recommend, but I would still have to finance them and if I'm buying new tires, would prefer just to get better quality; I've been looking at either kumho pa51 for around $100ea, or the general gs-max all seasons for $130ish, without installation cost.  Wondering if I should just bite the bullet and finance them or if there's any other ideas anyone would have. If it was possible to last 3 months through the summer, I would most likely keep driving to off the highway if conditions are wet at all. I do know tires are the most important part of the car for safety, but $600 is going to hurt in my current situation","c_root_id_A":"emxqy83","c_root_id_B":"emxrjcu","created_at_utc_A":1557422728,"created_at_utc_B":1557423042,"score_A":6,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"When I was in your situation, I went to the local junkyard and bought a set of tyres from a totaled car.","human_ref_B":"Those tires will last you for another 3-5 *years*... all you have to do is not drive the car. :-P  How many miles do you intend to drive?   When a tire is down to the wear bars, what is mostly at risk is wet weather performance. Since the tread is so shallow, there's nowhere for the tire to route the water as you drive and you're way more likely to hydroplane if there's any standing water. If you only drive the car on sunny days, you will be perfectly fine. But be extremely wary of how they will perform in wet weather.   Also, be aware that a police officer would be well within the law to issue you a \"fix it ticket\", at which point you'd have a week or two to resolve the issue or face a penalty.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":314.0,"score_ratio":2.1666666667}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6u9508","c_root_id_B":"e6tpq3k","created_at_utc_A":1538198701,"created_at_utc_B":1538175200,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"winter tires = Charmin ultra strong. they are soft and grab regular tires = single ply that smears snow around without hooking because the compound isn't very resistant to cold and hardens up","human_ref_B":"Without winter tires? Not a chance in hell.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":23501.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6u9508","c_root_id_B":"e6svw83","created_at_utc_A":1538198701,"created_at_utc_B":1538149441,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"winter tires = Charmin ultra strong. they are soft and grab regular tires = single ply that smears snow around without hooking because the compound isn't very resistant to cold and hardens up","human_ref_B":"Here's a pretty good guide on the pros \/ cons. TLDR: AWD helps you start moving from stop, and winter tires keep you on the road and not sliding everywhere.  https:\/\/www.consumerreports.org\/cro\/magazine\/2015\/09\/do-you-really-need-awd-in-the-snow\/index.htm","labels":1,"seconds_difference":49260.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6u9508","c_root_id_B":"e6t78fy","created_at_utc_A":1538198701,"created_at_utc_B":1538158613,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"winter tires = Charmin ultra strong. they are soft and grab regular tires = single ply that smears snow around without hooking because the compound isn't very resistant to cold and hardens up","human_ref_B":"I drove an SRT8 Challenger in the snow of northern Michigan on a closed, packed-snow circuit and an ice pad.  Do *not* even try to do it without winter tires. The stopping distance on all-seasons was 68ft longer from 45mph on ice, and something like 40ft on snow from the same speed.  *With* snow tires the thing was a riot. It was a bit touchy when sideways, but going and stopping and normal driving were very manageable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":40088.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6u9508","c_root_id_B":"e6tjtqf","created_at_utc_A":1538198701,"created_at_utc_B":1538169466,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"winter tires = Charmin ultra strong. they are soft and grab regular tires = single ply that smears snow around without hooking because the compound isn't very resistant to cold and hardens up","human_ref_B":"I drive a Pontiac G8 GT in the winter.  The car is RWD, 360hp & 385ft-lbs (new), and I have no problems with a set of Blizzaks.  Tire Rack is your friend, but be prepared to spend a grand.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29235.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6u9508","c_root_id_B":"e6t0jfw","created_at_utc_A":1538198701,"created_at_utc_B":1538153228,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"winter tires = Charmin ultra strong. they are soft and grab regular tires = single ply that smears snow around without hooking because the compound isn't very resistant to cold and hardens up","human_ref_B":"There have been a few videos proving how winter tires are superior to 4x4\/AWD. The video I can think of was a Subaru on all season tires, and a Miata or similar RWD vehicle on winter tires, the Subaru barely moved while the other car got around just great. The way I always look at it, AWD is a bandaid for snow and ice on all season tires, it\u2019s better than RWD for sure, but good tires are always the way to go.   Depending on where you\u2019re located, the vehicle was probably equipped with all season tires. Browse around craigslist and see if you can find a spare set of wheels to put winter tires on and swap when the temperature drops.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":45473.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6tpq3k","c_root_id_B":"e6t78fy","created_at_utc_A":1538175200,"created_at_utc_B":1538158613,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Without winter tires? Not a chance in hell.","human_ref_B":"I drove an SRT8 Challenger in the snow of northern Michigan on a closed, packed-snow circuit and an ice pad.  Do *not* even try to do it without winter tires. The stopping distance on all-seasons was 68ft longer from 45mph on ice, and something like 40ft on snow from the same speed.  *With* snow tires the thing was a riot. It was a bit touchy when sideways, but going and stopping and normal driving were very manageable.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16587.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6tjtqf","c_root_id_B":"e6tpq3k","created_at_utc_A":1538169466,"created_at_utc_B":1538175200,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I drive a Pontiac G8 GT in the winter.  The car is RWD, 360hp & 385ft-lbs (new), and I have no problems with a set of Blizzaks.  Tire Rack is your friend, but be prepared to spend a grand.","human_ref_B":"Without winter tires? Not a chance in hell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5734.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6t0jfw","c_root_id_B":"e6tpq3k","created_at_utc_A":1538153228,"created_at_utc_B":1538175200,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"There have been a few videos proving how winter tires are superior to 4x4\/AWD. The video I can think of was a Subaru on all season tires, and a Miata or similar RWD vehicle on winter tires, the Subaru barely moved while the other car got around just great. The way I always look at it, AWD is a bandaid for snow and ice on all season tires, it\u2019s better than RWD for sure, but good tires are always the way to go.   Depending on where you\u2019re located, the vehicle was probably equipped with all season tires. Browse around craigslist and see if you can find a spare set of wheels to put winter tires on and swap when the temperature drops.","human_ref_B":"Without winter tires? Not a chance in hell.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21972.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6t78fy","c_root_id_B":"e6t0jfw","created_at_utc_A":1538158613,"created_at_utc_B":1538153228,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I drove an SRT8 Challenger in the snow of northern Michigan on a closed, packed-snow circuit and an ice pad.  Do *not* even try to do it without winter tires. The stopping distance on all-seasons was 68ft longer from 45mph on ice, and something like 40ft on snow from the same speed.  *With* snow tires the thing was a riot. It was a bit touchy when sideways, but going and stopping and normal driving were very manageable.","human_ref_B":"There have been a few videos proving how winter tires are superior to 4x4\/AWD. The video I can think of was a Subaru on all season tires, and a Miata or similar RWD vehicle on winter tires, the Subaru barely moved while the other car got around just great. The way I always look at it, AWD is a bandaid for snow and ice on all season tires, it\u2019s better than RWD for sure, but good tires are always the way to go.   Depending on where you\u2019re located, the vehicle was probably equipped with all season tires. Browse around craigslist and see if you can find a spare set of wheels to put winter tires on and swap when the temperature drops.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5385.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"9jnws3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Would a 2018 Dodge Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi be capable of winter driving? I am looking to lease a 2018 Challenger R\/T V8 Hemi rear wheel drive. I know this car has traction control and a heavier weight. I live in Michigan and experience snow regularly. Would this car be driveable without winter tires? If not, I am considering a 2018 Charger GT AWD.   The challenger is definitely my preferred car, but not if it is not drive-able. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"e6t0jfw","c_root_id_B":"e6tjtqf","created_at_utc_A":1538153228,"created_at_utc_B":1538169466,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"There have been a few videos proving how winter tires are superior to 4x4\/AWD. The video I can think of was a Subaru on all season tires, and a Miata or similar RWD vehicle on winter tires, the Subaru barely moved while the other car got around just great. The way I always look at it, AWD is a bandaid for snow and ice on all season tires, it\u2019s better than RWD for sure, but good tires are always the way to go.   Depending on where you\u2019re located, the vehicle was probably equipped with all season tires. Browse around craigslist and see if you can find a spare set of wheels to put winter tires on and swap when the temperature drops.","human_ref_B":"I drive a Pontiac G8 GT in the winter.  The car is RWD, 360hp & 385ft-lbs (new), and I have no problems with a set of Blizzaks.  Tire Rack is your friend, but be prepared to spend a grand.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16238.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"jjtl8o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.73,"history":"CAN I BE EXPOSED TO CARBON MONOXIDE WHEN SITTING IN A VEHICLE AWAY FROM ENCLOSED SPACES WITH HEAT RUNNING? Earlier today I was sitting in my 2013 Honda CRV and I had the heat cranked up while on the phone with someone.  The car was parked in a parking lot and all the windows were shut.  I was in the car for about 20 minutes and I started to feel a little light headed.  When I stepped out of the car I definitely felt light headed and spacy, but had no trouble walking.  Is it possible to be exposed to carbon monoxide in these conditions even if the car is not in a garage or enclosed space?  Am I just being overly paranoid?","c_root_id_A":"gaf80xk","c_root_id_B":"gaeurix","created_at_utc_A":1603919314,"created_at_utc_B":1603913024,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Wait why do you think it's your car? Do you have health issues? Low blood pressure? Blood sugar levels? Do you take medications?","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s absolutely possible especially if it\u2019s not windy. If you have even a small exhaust leak it\u2019s a lot more likely.  It has nothing to do with the heat being on, it\u2019s just because the engine is running.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6290.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"cnqppo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Will adding a second cooling fan to my A\/C condenser improve the system's performance? I have a 2007 Honda Civic with 200k miles and since new, the car's A\/C has never been able to keep up during the summer months here in Texas. It works fine mornings and evenings, just not the hottest part of the day. At highway speeds it will cool enough, but in traffic or around town, it's uncomfortable. I'm considering adding a 16 inch pusher fan to the front of the condenser in hopes that it will help. Any advice would be appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"ewdk84p","c_root_id_B":"ewdog9l","created_at_utc_A":1565302177,"created_at_utc_B":1565304288,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"My 06 has 50k fewer miles and my entire ac system is shot. Upside is I'm replacing literally every piece for like, $400. Might be worth doing, I imagine your condenser is at least as beat to hell as mine.","human_ref_B":"That's just Honda's ac. I've never seen one that worked well in traffic.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2111.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"b4jss7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What does it mean when an ad states, \"Engine is .30 over\"?","c_root_id_A":"ej73jyh","c_root_id_B":"ej73mhr","created_at_utc_A":1553352365,"created_at_utc_B":1553352416,"score_A":8,"score_B":24,"human_ref_A":"They bored the cylinders that much over stock. Larger pistons, larger displacement.","human_ref_B":"When an engine is rebuilt, it's common to need to resurface the cylinder walls (the bore). Sometimes it's to clean & polish any scoring sometimes it's just to make them physically larger (because that means moar air for moar power) The engine you are talking about has been bored out .30 beyond the stock diameter.   Bore them a little, and you just need the right piston rings to fill that gap. Bore them a lot, and it requires aftermarket pistons as well.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":51.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"b4jss7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What does it mean when an ad states, \"Engine is .30 over\"?","c_root_id_A":"ej73jyh","c_root_id_B":"ej79xrr","created_at_utc_A":1553352365,"created_at_utc_B":1553356917,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"They bored the cylinders that much over stock. Larger pistons, larger displacement.","human_ref_B":"Since nobody has said it, it's a measurement in thousandth of an inch.  So in your example, the bore is 0.030 inches larger than stock.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4552.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dqcd7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Does anyone have experience with Fiat 500 lounge in the Detroit region during winter months (snow)? Love the car and want to buy but concerned about that one thing. Advice would be appreciated","c_root_id_A":"f65zp3o","c_root_id_B":"f624qkq","created_at_utc_A":1572706652,"created_at_utc_B":1572653324,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fiat has among the worst reliability ratings in the automotive industry.  Therefore it depreciates like a hot bolder in butter.  The 500 has low ground clearance.  Therefore a minor clod of snow can spell \"stop\" on a frigid morning on a country road.  Consider this:  Buy two cars. An AWD\/4WD Subaru\/RAV4\/Jeep, etc and a $5,000 4 year old 500 for summer fun?","human_ref_B":"The L stands for lounge? Huh, never knew that. Get some winter tires and you should be alright.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":53328.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dqcd7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Does anyone have experience with Fiat 500 lounge in the Detroit region during winter months (snow)? Love the car and want to buy but concerned about that one thing. Advice would be appreciated","c_root_id_A":"f65zp3o","c_root_id_B":"f62dde6","created_at_utc_A":1572706652,"created_at_utc_B":1572657413,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fiat has among the worst reliability ratings in the automotive industry.  Therefore it depreciates like a hot bolder in butter.  The 500 has low ground clearance.  Therefore a minor clod of snow can spell \"stop\" on a frigid morning on a country road.  Consider this:  Buy two cars. An AWD\/4WD Subaru\/RAV4\/Jeep, etc and a $5,000 4 year old 500 for summer fun?","human_ref_B":"Get the block heater option if you want it to last longer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":49239.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dqcd7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Does anyone have experience with Fiat 500 lounge in the Detroit region during winter months (snow)? Love the car and want to buy but concerned about that one thing. Advice would be appreciated","c_root_id_A":"f62r3a3","c_root_id_B":"f65zp3o","created_at_utc_A":1572665602,"created_at_utc_B":1572706652,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Youll be fine. I don't know how your roads are plowed but if you drive directly on snow for more than 10-15 days a season I'd get snow tires.","human_ref_B":"Fiat has among the worst reliability ratings in the automotive industry.  Therefore it depreciates like a hot bolder in butter.  The 500 has low ground clearance.  Therefore a minor clod of snow can spell \"stop\" on a frigid morning on a country road.  Consider this:  Buy two cars. An AWD\/4WD Subaru\/RAV4\/Jeep, etc and a $5,000 4 year old 500 for summer fun?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":41050.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dqcd7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Does anyone have experience with Fiat 500 lounge in the Detroit region during winter months (snow)? Love the car and want to buy but concerned about that one thing. Advice would be appreciated","c_root_id_A":"f634030","c_root_id_B":"f65zp3o","created_at_utc_A":1572671210,"created_at_utc_B":1572706652,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Get snow tires and you'll be more than capable enough to handle Detroit winters.","human_ref_B":"Fiat has among the worst reliability ratings in the automotive industry.  Therefore it depreciates like a hot bolder in butter.  The 500 has low ground clearance.  Therefore a minor clod of snow can spell \"stop\" on a frigid morning on a country road.  Consider this:  Buy two cars. An AWD\/4WD Subaru\/RAV4\/Jeep, etc and a $5,000 4 year old 500 for summer fun?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":35442.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"dqcd7c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Does anyone have experience with Fiat 500 lounge in the Detroit region during winter months (snow)? Love the car and want to buy but concerned about that one thing. Advice would be appreciated","c_root_id_A":"f65zp3o","c_root_id_B":"f6369nj","created_at_utc_A":1572706652,"created_at_utc_B":1572672210,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Fiat has among the worst reliability ratings in the automotive industry.  Therefore it depreciates like a hot bolder in butter.  The 500 has low ground clearance.  Therefore a minor clod of snow can spell \"stop\" on a frigid morning on a country road.  Consider this:  Buy two cars. An AWD\/4WD Subaru\/RAV4\/Jeep, etc and a $5,000 4 year old 500 for summer fun?","human_ref_B":"We're further north in Toronto and a good set of winter tires plus some careful drivi6and you won't have a problem. My brother's is stick and honestly if you do get stuck, I imagine you could just huff and puff till it's outta trouble.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34442.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"nvuvqr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What the heck does Clean and Simple mean? I\u2019ve been told that my car isn\u2019t clean because of the badges and stickers (from dealership). Basically saying my car looks filthy with them on. Like how doesn\u2019t it look clean? And then I see let\u2019s say, people putting a aftermarket wheels and then claiming \"it\u2019s so clean\"... I don\u2019t understand the term. Is it my car? (Acura TLX), is it because I didn\u2019t add any modifications to it? Is it because of how ugly the badge is? It\u2019s too confusing and really throws me off people saying my car isn\u2019t clean when I wash it once a week..","c_root_id_A":"h15bejn","c_root_id_B":"h15axso","created_at_utc_A":1623243387,"created_at_utc_B":1623243145,"score_A":18,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Car badges don\u2019t count but if you have like \u201cFranklin auto sales\u201d on it then it\u2019s not clean. Clean really just means nice man and \u201cFranklin auto sales\u201d on your car isn\u2019t nice. Shitty hub caps, unpolished aluminum etc is all \u201cnot clean\u201d in the view of most","human_ref_B":"1. Don't lose sleep\/confidence over slang\/jargon.  2. It means different things to different people the way all slang works. I've heard cars called \"clean\" because of the good condition vs years old. I've heard it said after de-bagding to mean the vehicle's colour or body design stands out more without the decals and branding. I've heard it meaning \"it looks nice\" like when someone gets rims or a spoiler. Etc.  3. Who told you at the dealership and why does it matter? Are you selling it and they want to reduce your offer? Is it some first year garage technician who believes he needs to shame you over nothing? If so, fuck them. It's more common and totally normal to keep branding on the car. If you had 14 bumper stickers I can see someone throwing shade at you but doesn't seem the case.  4. If you want to de-badge your car, go for it. You can even ask for the badges (not the decals) to keep in case you change your mind. It's very cheap. It cost me $20 on my X5.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":242.0,"score_ratio":1.2857142857}
{"post_id":"bja0ij","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Could I have caused damage? So we have had flooding issues this past week and I accidentally drove decently fast through a huge puddle and water splashed up high enough to cover my whole sunroof and windshield. I didn't notice any damage to my tires but I heard that this could have forced water into my engine. Would I notice something like that?","c_root_id_A":"em6rr4z","c_root_id_B":"em6uow7","created_at_utc_A":1556672457,"created_at_utc_B":1556674413,"score_A":8,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Yes, you could have damaged something. Don\u2019t do this. If your car is running fine, tho, it\u2019s probably ok.","human_ref_B":"Drive through a large puddle of WD-40 and you should be fine.  but seriously you should be okay, you would have known pretty quickly if your engine was full of water, I would get a car wash and let it dry, then keep an eye out for issues.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1956.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"bja0ij","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Could I have caused damage? So we have had flooding issues this past week and I accidentally drove decently fast through a huge puddle and water splashed up high enough to cover my whole sunroof and windshield. I didn't notice any damage to my tires but I heard that this could have forced water into my engine. Would I notice something like that?","c_root_id_A":"em6uow7","c_root_id_B":"em6l3r5","created_at_utc_A":1556674413,"created_at_utc_B":1556668101,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Drive through a large puddle of WD-40 and you should be fine.  but seriously you should be okay, you would have known pretty quickly if your engine was full of water, I would get a car wash and let it dry, then keep an eye out for issues.","human_ref_B":"Did you find water in your airbox?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6312.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"bja0ij","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Could I have caused damage? So we have had flooding issues this past week and I accidentally drove decently fast through a huge puddle and water splashed up high enough to cover my whole sunroof and windshield. I didn't notice any damage to my tires but I heard that this could have forced water into my engine. Would I notice something like that?","c_root_id_A":"em6uow7","c_root_id_B":"em6tc8v","created_at_utc_A":1556674413,"created_at_utc_B":1556673526,"score_A":11,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Drive through a large puddle of WD-40 and you should be fine.  but seriously you should be okay, you would have known pretty quickly if your engine was full of water, I would get a car wash and let it dry, then keep an eye out for issues.","human_ref_B":"A puddle isn't bad but driving through a flood is. Most newer cars have plastic splash shields under the engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":887.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"bja0ij","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Could I have caused damage? So we have had flooding issues this past week and I accidentally drove decently fast through a huge puddle and water splashed up high enough to cover my whole sunroof and windshield. I didn't notice any damage to my tires but I heard that this could have forced water into my engine. Would I notice something like that?","c_root_id_A":"em6rr4z","c_root_id_B":"em6l3r5","created_at_utc_A":1556672457,"created_at_utc_B":1556668101,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Yes, you could have damaged something. Don\u2019t do this. If your car is running fine, tho, it\u2019s probably ok.","human_ref_B":"Did you find water in your airbox?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4356.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"bja0ij","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Could I have caused damage? So we have had flooding issues this past week and I accidentally drove decently fast through a huge puddle and water splashed up high enough to cover my whole sunroof and windshield. I didn't notice any damage to my tires but I heard that this could have forced water into my engine. Would I notice something like that?","c_root_id_A":"em73qko","c_root_id_B":"em6tc8v","created_at_utc_A":1556680769,"created_at_utc_B":1556673526,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Lol if you got water in your motor it would have hydrolocked. It would have **instantly** stopped working. You\u2019re probably fine if you\u2019re asking this question. But don\u2019t do it again as it will grenade your motor.   Basically the way a motor works is by compressing air in the cylinder chamber. Water is for purposes of this example, is incompressible. So when the pressure rises, it\u2019ll blow out all sorts of stuff like the pistons, valves and anything else.   Other risks are electrical. But most cars post 1990 have pretty good electrical connections to deal with water.","human_ref_B":"A puddle isn't bad but driving through a flood is. Most newer cars have plastic splash shields under the engine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7243.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"8o1vb7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Is it a good idea to put a newer Camaro engine in an old Chevelle? Hey guys, I'm new to this sub but figured you guys know stuff, right? So my dream car since I'm 14 or so is a 1970 Chevrolet Cevelle SS. Obviously I could just save the money, keep my eyes open and one day buy one. Which is fine. However, since those kinds of cars gulp fuel like an alcoholic in the morning, I could really only use it as an weekend fun car. I live in germany and gas prices in europe are not really helping my case here. Now if I would want to drive around in that car more often I thought, 'Hey, why not get a Chevelle body without an engine and the engine of a newer Camaro for example, and put that thing in there?'. So my question: Do you think that's possible at all? Or is it a lot more work than one would imagine? Checking some prices I figured this would cost approximately the same as buying a functioning original one. Or am I misjudging that completly? And lastly but maybe most importantly: Is this an absolute betrayal to the car and shouldn't be done in the first place? Because it's kinda only half the fun. Thanks in advance for your opinions. :)","c_root_id_A":"e004q9z","c_root_id_B":"e0014sc","created_at_utc_A":1527963050,"created_at_utc_B":1527959131,"score_A":12,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"What you propose is common in the states.  You can buy that engine as a crate motor here for a few thousand dollars.","human_ref_B":"Anything is possible with enough money. I'm not sure about this particular project, but engine swaps usually end up more complicated and expensive than you expect. You'd need to sort out all sorts of details, like probably getting a custom driveshaft, the ECU (might need a modern gauge cluster?), custom exhaust, custom motor mounts, upgraded fuel system, etc.  It's possible, yeah. But be prepared to spend $10k+ USD (on the low end) for the swap, and have it take months to complete.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3919.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"8o1vb7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Is it a good idea to put a newer Camaro engine in an old Chevelle? Hey guys, I'm new to this sub but figured you guys know stuff, right? So my dream car since I'm 14 or so is a 1970 Chevrolet Cevelle SS. Obviously I could just save the money, keep my eyes open and one day buy one. Which is fine. However, since those kinds of cars gulp fuel like an alcoholic in the morning, I could really only use it as an weekend fun car. I live in germany and gas prices in europe are not really helping my case here. Now if I would want to drive around in that car more often I thought, 'Hey, why not get a Chevelle body without an engine and the engine of a newer Camaro for example, and put that thing in there?'. So my question: Do you think that's possible at all? Or is it a lot more work than one would imagine? Checking some prices I figured this would cost approximately the same as buying a functioning original one. Or am I misjudging that completly? And lastly but maybe most importantly: Is this an absolute betrayal to the car and shouldn't be done in the first place? Because it's kinda only half the fun. Thanks in advance for your opinions. :)","c_root_id_A":"e005kjv","c_root_id_B":"e0014sc","created_at_utc_A":1527963984,"created_at_utc_B":1527959131,"score_A":9,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Buy an LS 327 crate motor and a wiring harness from painless wiring. Update the fuel system and make sure you have good brakes because your \u2018velle is going to haul ass.   An easy swap is the late 90s truck and Tahoe motors, good power, easy swap.   There\u2019s nothing better than a classic car that starts every time you turn the key   This kind of swap is common place in the states","human_ref_B":"Anything is possible with enough money. I'm not sure about this particular project, but engine swaps usually end up more complicated and expensive than you expect. You'd need to sort out all sorts of details, like probably getting a custom driveshaft, the ECU (might need a modern gauge cluster?), custom exhaust, custom motor mounts, upgraded fuel system, etc.  It's possible, yeah. But be prepared to spend $10k+ USD (on the low end) for the swap, and have it take months to complete.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4853.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"thplx8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I got scammed, is there anything I can do? So back around Thanksgiving 2020 I conveniently rolled my car off the side of the highway. It was a bad accident, the car rolled four times. After this accident, in my concussed state, I chose to purchase the same exact vehicle I had already had. As of two days ago I found out that is not at all what I had purchased.   I bought a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe with 141,380 miles on it with four wheel drive. Come to find out, that is not what I got. I apparently got a front wheel drive vehicle which had around 200,000 miles on it when I bought it. They changed the odometer and also put the letters on the back of the car to match to say it was a 4 wheel drive. (I recently looked under it and rolled there is no drive shaft to the back wheels)  I was planning on selling the car after I graduated college to help get a slightly different car, that or I was going to fix it up. But now I am not sure what to do since I cannot legally drive it through mountain passes in snowy conditions with two wheel drive (due to where I will be moving this is a major problem) and I can't sell it with a tampered with odometer to my knowledge.   I tried reaching out to the person who sold it to me telling them that they needed to fix this because it was wrong, and they haven't responded. I don't know where to go from here.   What can I do? What should I do? Is there anything I even can do?","c_root_id_A":"i1aabgb","c_root_id_B":"i1a42io","created_at_utc_A":1647701225,"created_at_utc_B":1647698238,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"A lawyer might cost you more than the car is worth and more than the seller could possibly repay you.  If it looks like odometer fraud, the AG in the purchase \/ title state may be happy to apply criminal charges against the perp (if it is clear they are perps) but that pays you nothing.  But, do call a lawyer and hope they have the will to at least hear you out.  Not sure if Hyundai offers this, but Toyota has \"owners\" area on line where you can create a free account, enter the VIN, and the system will return the trim level (AWD or not), recall status and maintenance history.  I think that carfax and autocheck, for a small fee, will also look up based on the VIN.  This could provide you some clues on what is going on\/ has gone on.","human_ref_B":"Not to kick you while you're down, but you seriously bought this car without looking underneath it?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2987.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"w5s7m7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"What is the smartest move right now concerning my vehicle and finances?  Good afternoon, I am looking for advice on my financial situation with my car. I am 25, make 33k\/yr after taxes, and have a 2018 Ford Focus SE with 64k miles. After a series of issues with my previous older cars, my dad and I were frustrated and impulsively got this car, he was the co-signer on the loan since I had no credit history. We paid about 14k, and I currently owe about $7900 at 3.8 API. My minimum payment is $288, however I would like to up my payments to $600\/month to tackle the debt.  My concern comes from the fact that this particular model of automatic car historically has transmission issues. The later models (post 2017) are said to perform better, and I haven't had any major problems, but I do notice some hesitation or maybe slipping? while driving. It just feels a bit odd. I am concerned about the potential future cost of repairs on this car, and I would love to have something more reliable. I do not mind downsizing as far as year, features, etc.  What is my best action going forward? Am I right to just try and pay this thing off in 18 months, try to sell or trade it? Any and all advice is much appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"ih9ztmx","c_root_id_B":"ihabgf2","created_at_utc_A":1658545542,"created_at_utc_B":1658551919,"score_A":4,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"To get a three or four-year-old used car right now it\u2019s going to cost you about 30% more than it\u2019s worth. I recommend you go ahead and try to get out of debt. Then you can put that car payment toward a new transmission, if you need one.","human_ref_B":"Up your payments to $400\/mo and rathole the other $200 to cover for a potential transmission replacement. Once you've got about 5k tucked away for that and\/or continuing maintennce and repairs, then bring your payments back up.      In current market, 3.8 API is pretty solid (current rates are 4.8-5.2), so i wouldn't rush to get away from that.      If it pops, slap a transmission in the thing and flip it, but it's also entirely possible that if these start failing at the same rate as earlier years, ford will be forced to extend the warranty similarly.      Keep it, drive it till the wheels fall off.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6377.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"qrr00v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.74,"history":"Was anyone else excited to buy a new car and then your job went remote - now you have no reason for a new one? It\u2019s kind of bitter sweet. I have a 2008 v6 RAV4 with 196k miles I was ready to upgrade to a 2022 Tacoma TRDOR, but last week my job announced it\u2019s going to let us go 100% remote. Now I feel like there\u2019s almost no reason to change cars\u2026  On one hand I was excited for that truck. On the other hand I just saved myself about $40-45k. That RAV4 will last me for a while longer with just regular maintenance.   Anyone else in this situation?","c_root_id_A":"hk8diug","c_root_id_B":"hk8bzus","created_at_utc_A":1636655316,"created_at_utc_B":1636654707,"score_A":15,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Total opposite. Went remote, didn't need two daily drivers. Sold one and bought a project car.","human_ref_B":"Now, I know I'm really lucky to be able to have both a sports car and a hot hatch for my daily driver, but being remote since March of 2020 means I really need to make sure I drive both cars at least an hour a week.   Plus I've had to start a log book for the maintenence so I can actually remember the last oil change and general maintenence stuff.   First world problem for sure I fully agree. But annoying non the less. I went from a 30 mile total commute a day to zero a day.....","labels":1,"seconds_difference":609.0,"score_ratio":2.1428571429}
{"post_id":"rbxke4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Car sounds like a battle royal between two washing machines - it's off - what's going on? The noise is very loud, louder inside the car, and it happened after I turned the car off once I got home.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AZvbT8h--qQ  Apologies for the language at the end!","c_root_id_A":"hnrslxt","c_root_id_B":"hnspmi2","created_at_utc_A":1638999797,"created_at_utc_B":1639013992,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I think the other guy is correct in that it's a fan blade, but I'm more suspicious of it being your radiator fan blade. Not too familiar with your model car, but I know a some cars will run the radiator fan even after the vehicle has shut down to continue to cool the engine. When it does it again, pop your hood and look and see if it sounds like it's coming from the very front of the engine bay. W If the radiator fan is going, you might have found your culprit. Watch your fingers! And get a nasty injury if you try and touch something while it's moving. When everything is completely cool, take a look and see if any of the blades are broken, or if you can see where the fan is making contact with the shroud.","human_ref_B":"The way it sounds makes me think your radio\/amplifier just shat itself and the speakers were going haywire. It sounds way too bassy to be a fan or something.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14195.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"rbxke4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"Car sounds like a battle royal between two washing machines - it's off - what's going on? The noise is very loud, louder inside the car, and it happened after I turned the car off once I got home.  https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AZvbT8h--qQ  Apologies for the language at the end!","c_root_id_A":"hnspmi2","c_root_id_B":"hns4br7","created_at_utc_A":1639013992,"created_at_utc_B":1639004524,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The way it sounds makes me think your radio\/amplifier just shat itself and the speakers were going haywire. It sounds way too bassy to be a fan or something.","human_ref_B":"uhh I share your sentiment \"what the fuck\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9468.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ivuucf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How long can I jump a dead battery to get to work? I have a crappy BMW and no money. A slow drain in the electrical has slowly killed my battery over the last few months. I got a free jump start box from a friend. I've been using it to get me places. How long can I keep jump starting my battery? I start a new job Monday but it will take a while before I have enough money to work on the car.","c_root_id_A":"g5u7i8d","c_root_id_B":"g5ukgh8","created_at_utc_A":1600537977,"created_at_utc_B":1600542526,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If it's a jump box you can do it for as long as your alternator still works.","human_ref_B":"How about you charge the battery, and just disconnect it so that your electrical doesn't drain it each day. Or is the battery that done by now.   I've heard damage is possible but more so if you are using another vehicle to boost you. Jump packs prevent damage to your car computers and alternators because the jump pack is limited to just under 12v.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4549.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"ivuucf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How long can I jump a dead battery to get to work? I have a crappy BMW and no money. A slow drain in the electrical has slowly killed my battery over the last few months. I got a free jump start box from a friend. I've been using it to get me places. How long can I keep jump starting my battery? I start a new job Monday but it will take a while before I have enough money to work on the car.","c_root_id_A":"g5ttj74","c_root_id_B":"g5ukgh8","created_at_utc_A":1600531009,"created_at_utc_B":1600542526,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Also, if there are battery warehouses around you might be able to pick up one thats a second. Like the plastic case is ugly but the battery still works fine. Fyi batteries are generally the same and your paying for the warranty.","human_ref_B":"How about you charge the battery, and just disconnect it so that your electrical doesn't drain it each day. Or is the battery that done by now.   I've heard damage is possible but more so if you are using another vehicle to boost you. Jump packs prevent damage to your car computers and alternators because the jump pack is limited to just under 12v.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11517.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"ivuucf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"How long can I jump a dead battery to get to work? I have a crappy BMW and no money. A slow drain in the electrical has slowly killed my battery over the last few months. I got a free jump start box from a friend. I've been using it to get me places. How long can I keep jump starting my battery? I start a new job Monday but it will take a while before I have enough money to work on the car.","c_root_id_A":"g5ttj74","c_root_id_B":"g5u7i8d","created_at_utc_A":1600531009,"created_at_utc_B":1600537977,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Also, if there are battery warehouses around you might be able to pick up one thats a second. Like the plastic case is ugly but the battery still works fine. Fyi batteries are generally the same and your paying for the warranty.","human_ref_B":"If it's a jump box you can do it for as long as your alternator still works.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6968.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"cvc1qb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Bought a 2011 Crown Vic PCI from an auction. Not a car guy. Anything I need to know about? I am not a car guy at all. Just got it back from safety and it's safe to drive.  The mechanics asked if i was at all interested in selling, making me think it was a good car and deal I got. So  Just had a few questions.    1. It has overdrive. Should I be keeping it turned off for all city driving? I was told by my BiL that anything over 80kh it should be on for. Is he right? And do I just wait until I hit the 80kh area to turn it on or leave it on if I know I'm going through a few 80kh zones?    2. Came with 5 full Firestone pursuit tires. They are about 400 each (Canadian, actually the 5 of them new cost more then I bought the car for.) Will they be okay for a cold hard Canadian winter?   3. I bought it for 2100. Put 1200 into a safety And it has 156k km on it. (Highway miles mostly, came out of a small RCMP detachment that only watches highways) Was it a decent deal?    I have more questions but the kids are bugging the hell out of me for lunch so I will ask in the comments later if I get responses.   Also if you owned an old crown vic and you think I should know or lookout for something please post it In the comments.  Thanks reddit car people!","c_root_id_A":"ey3iuju","c_root_id_B":"ey3httg","created_at_utc_A":1566765487,"created_at_utc_B":1566764756,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Definitely just leave Overdrive alone, it won't bother anything when you're in city traffic and it's only gonna help out on the highway.   As for the tires, they are high performance all season tires, meaning they're not meant for heavy snow, as commonly seen in Canada. They're great for regular snow, rain and summer, but they shouldn't be a first choice when the snow starts dumping. They're good to use for summer and spring in that car. Typically tires like this are used on 911s or M3s that the owners don't swap tires on.  Price wise I think you did just fine. 156k isn't too terrible on its own, but the Crown Vic was specifically built to be reliable and easy to repair. With it being a fleet vehicle and the Panther Platform built as such, repairs and parts are about as dirt cheap as it can get. Those mileage numbers likely mean nothing to that engine and body, so you should be just fine for a well held together car.  One thing I do want to note, Crown Vics are Rear wheel drive. If you've never driven a RWD car in the winter before, take it real easy. They take a lot more getting used to then FWD, 4WD, or AWD. The back end likes to kick out real easy, especially if you're heavy on brakes or gas","human_ref_B":"Ignore overdrive, leave it on. It's only turned off when towing or with a heavy load. And the tires I wouldn't trust for a minute on anything more snowy than a well-salted road, but that's just me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":731.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"cvc1qb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Bought a 2011 Crown Vic PCI from an auction. Not a car guy. Anything I need to know about? I am not a car guy at all. Just got it back from safety and it's safe to drive.  The mechanics asked if i was at all interested in selling, making me think it was a good car and deal I got. So  Just had a few questions.    1. It has overdrive. Should I be keeping it turned off for all city driving? I was told by my BiL that anything over 80kh it should be on for. Is he right? And do I just wait until I hit the 80kh area to turn it on or leave it on if I know I'm going through a few 80kh zones?    2. Came with 5 full Firestone pursuit tires. They are about 400 each (Canadian, actually the 5 of them new cost more then I bought the car for.) Will they be okay for a cold hard Canadian winter?   3. I bought it for 2100. Put 1200 into a safety And it has 156k km on it. (Highway miles mostly, came out of a small RCMP detachment that only watches highways) Was it a decent deal?    I have more questions but the kids are bugging the hell out of me for lunch so I will ask in the comments later if I get responses.   Also if you owned an old crown vic and you think I should know or lookout for something please post it In the comments.  Thanks reddit car people!","c_root_id_A":"ey3ojm4","c_root_id_B":"ey3httg","created_at_utc_A":1566769610,"created_at_utc_B":1566764756,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Have the alignment because if it's off it will eat through tires.","human_ref_B":"Ignore overdrive, leave it on. It's only turned off when towing or with a heavy load. And the tires I wouldn't trust for a minute on anything more snowy than a well-salted road, but that's just me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4854.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"hzp1vm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Ran over something metal on the road with 2019 Acura ILX... what's the damage looking like? https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/Pn2QCkT  Was driving and there was some metal piece on the road, traffic to the left and right of me so couldn't swerve out of the way. Acura ILX has a pretty low profile so it got made a noise upon impact, got stuck, and rattled until I could stop somewhere and take the object out.  Unfortunately got a pretty gnarly rip on the metal plate on the bottom of my car and scratches on the pipe. No weird noises, no lights came on, and to my knowledge nothing has been leaking (so far).  How bad is the damage looking? Going to get it looked at by a shop this week but anyone have an idea on how bad this might be? Would appreciate any input. Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"fzkfu6p","c_root_id_B":"fzkbxu5","created_at_utc_A":1595979949,"created_at_utc_B":1595977838,"score_A":15,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"The damaged metal plate is there to protect the underside of your car, and it appears to have done its job.  I'd get that replaced so it can do its job again, but it's perfectly safe to drive as is and it doesn't look like it damaged your exhaust at all.  Those scratches are nothing at all to worry about.","human_ref_B":"Looks like only the plate was damaged. No new exhaust noises, suspension clunks or warning lights? You should be okay","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2111.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"759e6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Is it normal for a new car to have a faint smoke coming out from under the hood? Hi all, I just got a new 2017 Mazda CX-5 with 5 miles on it.  While driving the car home, I smelled something burning, and noticed a faint white smoke coming out from under the hood when I got home. I don't see any warning lights on my dash.    Is this normal?","c_root_id_A":"do4gksp","c_root_id_B":"do4f9xa","created_at_utc_A":1507562588,"created_at_utc_B":1507561114,"score_A":19,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"It's likely just burning off the residue from the crap they use when they detail it before you take delivery.  I wouldn't worry about it unless it persists.  Congrats on the buy. I really like the CX-5, I hope it's as good as everyone says it is!","human_ref_B":"Yeah if it's brand new it's likely just burning off crap from the manufacturing process. I noticed it when I bought a new Subaru a few years back. It cleared up by the second or third time I drove it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1474.0,"score_ratio":2.1111111111}
{"post_id":"759e6x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Is it normal for a new car to have a faint smoke coming out from under the hood? Hi all, I just got a new 2017 Mazda CX-5 with 5 miles on it.  While driving the car home, I smelled something burning, and noticed a faint white smoke coming out from under the hood when I got home. I don't see any warning lights on my dash.    Is this normal?","c_root_id_A":"do4gksp","c_root_id_B":"do4fygl","created_at_utc_A":1507562588,"created_at_utc_B":1507561891,"score_A":19,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"It's likely just burning off the residue from the crap they use when they detail it before you take delivery.  I wouldn't worry about it unless it persists.  Congrats on the buy. I really like the CX-5, I hope it's as good as everyone says it is!","human_ref_B":"it is not normal and I noticed something similar a few months ago, after lots of searching I finally found that a plastic trash bag got stuck to the exhaust and was being melted over and over again every time I drove it. That was the smell and the smoke.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":697.0,"score_ratio":3.8}
{"post_id":"ygqt2e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Can I realistically tow a trailer with my Rav4 Hybrid? Per the website, \" The 2022 Rav 4 Hybrid LE has a towing capacity that reaches up to 1,750 pounds and a payload capacity of up to 1,230 pounds.\" A 5'x8' UHaul trailer is 900 pounds, not to mention the 2 adults, 2 dogs, and other misc stuff we would want inside the car. We also have a roof rack we were going to load up. My understanding is that towing capacity is inclusive of all weight, so does that mean there is no point in us putting a trailer on the car?","c_root_id_A":"iuba6c4","c_root_id_B":"iuae2j9","created_at_utc_A":1667089642,"created_at_utc_B":1667074960,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Payload capacity is what goes in \/ on the vehicle. This is the weight of passengers, luggage, *and* the tongue weight of the trailer, which should hopefully be about 10% of the total trailer load (~170lbs).","human_ref_B":"I pulled a little over 7000 lbs in my 97 camry a few times  It didn't mind but it was a conventional automatic transmission so yeah  The newer hybrid transmissions are basically a big generator that can drive a big motor or charge the battery or use the battery to drive the motor while the motor (generator) is off  I have no doubt the vehicle could handle 2000 lbs  But i wouldn't want to find out what that systems weak link is","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14682.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"awgy3y","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is there such thing as a \"labor rate book\"? I feel the amount of labor was much longer than it should've been for brake pads. I had 4 brake pads replaced at a shop, for my 2010 Ford Edge.  The invoice didn't list the amount of time (hours) it took, it's just listed as $170 for front, & $170 for rear, under \"labor.\"  I texted the mechanic and asked him how long it took and what his labor rate is.  His response: \"Labor rate is $100\/hr.  That is on the labor rate book 1.7 hrs each brake service.\"  That's an exact copy of his text (his English is so-so).  Then he sent a text right after that said:  \"1.3 hrs for the pad, 0.2 each rotor.\"  I'm not sure why he mentioned \"rotor\"...we only had the brake pads replaced.  I've been to this shop a few times.  I'm almost certain he didn't do all 4 pads at once.  He would've been working on one, then a customer comes in, maybe he talks to them, smogs their car or changes their oil while they are waiting, then he gets back to my car.  No problem.  That's how it goes when you run a shop.  I get that.  But I REALLY doubt it took him 3.4 work hrs to put 4 pads on my car.  Do you think what he did was shady?  Is this normal?  The last shop I went to charged me far less for the same procedure, and they had billed me for 1.2 hours of labor.","c_root_id_A":"ehmkfmz","c_root_id_B":"ehmgc05","created_at_utc_A":1551534141,"created_at_utc_B":1551529515,"score_A":8,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Okay, they're not charging for how long it actually takes, you're not getting billed while they're doing something else. The \"Book\" is the standard of measurement for how long a given job should take, they reference that \"Book\" in order to do estimates and billings.  So the \"Book\" told them it takes 1.7 hours for the front, and one 1.7 hours for the rear, or 32 minutes for each wheel. Regardless of how long it takes the individual mechanic to actually do it, thats how much labor they charge based on their posted labor rate.   This system incentives the mechanic to be expedient, if they finish the job in *less* time than the book says, they can start on another job, increasing their income per real world hour. While at the same time it does not penalize the customer, because the slow mechanic happened to work on *your* car instead of the fast mechanic.   That being said, 32 minutes per wheel seems excessive, but than I am not familiar with a '10 edges brake set up, who knows maybe theres some fuckery in there that extends the Book time.   A further note regarding the mention of \"rotors\". Its pretty standard practice to \"turn\" rotors, which is to restore them to a smooth finish for longevity. Might be part of the cost and time was that process. Also, its 2 pads per wheel, for 8 pads total.","human_ref_B":"The two common books for independent shops are Mitchell (Identifix) and AllData.  Most mechanics beyond lube techs are flat rate, meaning they get paid a set amount per job whether they take a half hour or two days.  The book times reflect what an average mechanic can do the work in using standard tools.    Mechanics can use tricks or expensive specialised tools to cut down their actual time, meaning they book more hours than they worked and make more money.  This balances out more difficult jobs where book time does not account for things like rusted bolts and mechanics lose money by taking longer than billed for.  1.7 isn't completely unreasonable but 1.3 sounds more like the rate you should have been charged.  Were you not given an estimate beforehand?  That's what the labour books are for - so you can get an accurate estimate before agreeing to the work.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4626.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"vo3rmq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"What oil should I use on a 2018 VW polo? Hey guys I was gonna change the oil on my friends 2018 VW polo. However I'm more of a motorcycle guy and the Manuel for his car is in Italian haha so I can't seem to find it. Could someone tell me what oil and filter I need to use?","c_root_id_A":"iebbx5v","c_root_id_B":"iebiqst","created_at_utc_A":1656594827,"created_at_utc_B":1656597923,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"At least here in Brazil, the majority of VW low tier cars - Fox, Gol, Golf, Polo, Voyage, Saveiro, Jetta, Virtus - take 5w40 (or 10w40 and 15w40 in emergencies). Either MI, MPI, MSI or TSI. They all have some variation of the EA engine: EA111, 222 or 888.","human_ref_B":"Does it say it on the oil cap?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3096.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi3h68r","c_root_id_B":"hi3h8wy","created_at_utc_A":1635242467,"created_at_utc_B":1635242527,"score_A":8,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Right up to around 240km\/h on the Autobahn with an old S2000 I owned back then.","human_ref_B":"Don't wind up on \/r\/idiotsincars  Don't endanger innocent people either","labels":0,"seconds_difference":60.0,"score_ratio":3.625}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi4eak9","c_root_id_B":"hi3n90m","created_at_utc_A":1635260509,"created_at_utc_B":1635247057,"score_A":14,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Nice try FBI","human_ref_B":"155mph in my C5 Corvette. The front end gets floaty above 150. Definitely had enough power and gear to go faster.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13452.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi3n90m","c_root_id_B":"hi3hxrm","created_at_utc_A":1635247057,"created_at_utc_B":1635243088,"score_A":13,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"155mph in my C5 Corvette. The front end gets floaty above 150. Definitely had enough power and gear to go faster.","human_ref_B":"For me it was around 220 km\/h in a Mercedes ML350 on the German Autobahn. At first it felt fast, but I fled from the fast lane once I saw how quickly objects in my rear-view mirror approached.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3969.0,"score_ratio":1.0833333333}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi3h68r","c_root_id_B":"hi3n90m","created_at_utc_A":1635242467,"created_at_utc_B":1635247057,"score_A":8,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Right up to around 240km\/h on the Autobahn with an old S2000 I owned back then.","human_ref_B":"155mph in my C5 Corvette. The front end gets floaty above 150. Definitely had enough power and gear to go faster.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4590.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi3hxrm","c_root_id_B":"hi4eak9","created_at_utc_A":1635243088,"created_at_utc_B":1635260509,"score_A":12,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"For me it was around 220 km\/h in a Mercedes ML350 on the German Autobahn. At first it felt fast, but I fled from the fast lane once I saw how quickly objects in my rear-view mirror approached.","human_ref_B":"Nice try FBI","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17421.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi3h68r","c_root_id_B":"hi4eak9","created_at_utc_A":1635242467,"created_at_utc_B":1635260509,"score_A":8,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Right up to around 240km\/h on the Autobahn with an old S2000 I owned back then.","human_ref_B":"Nice try FBI","labels":0,"seconds_difference":18042.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi3w363","c_root_id_B":"hi4eak9","created_at_utc_A":1635252311,"created_at_utc_B":1635260509,"score_A":5,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"Just shy of 150mph in a 488 GTB, Huracan, and 911 GT3 RS.  I was surprised how unrefined the Ferrari felt at those speeds; the 911 was by far the most poised and, surprisingly given my Ferrari fanboy ways, would likely be my choice of the three if I could afford to choose.","human_ref_B":"Nice try FBI","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8198.0,"score_ratio":2.8}
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{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi6jh2i","c_root_id_B":"hi60yw4","created_at_utc_A":1635291672,"created_at_utc_B":1635283567,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"160mph in my old 93 Nissan 240sx SE. Didn\u2019t realize the front was just floating. Had a deer decide to cross the road about a mile out (Doesn\u2019t take long to close that mile gap at these speeds) I tried to steer ever so slightly and nothing. Then turned pretty decent amount still nothing. Luckily the deer kept going, obviously or I wouldn\u2019t be here lol. I\u2019ve also been 156MPH in my buddy\u2019s GTO but I was not driving at that time.","human_ref_B":"140 mph but that was years ago when I used to race at a race way. Not my 2000 focus it was a 79 Monte Carlo","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8105.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi6jh2i","c_root_id_B":"hi6e317","created_at_utc_A":1635291672,"created_at_utc_B":1635289224,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"160mph in my old 93 Nissan 240sx SE. Didn\u2019t realize the front was just floating. Had a deer decide to cross the road about a mile out (Doesn\u2019t take long to close that mile gap at these speeds) I tried to steer ever so slightly and nothing. Then turned pretty decent amount still nothing. Luckily the deer kept going, obviously or I wouldn\u2019t be here lol. I\u2019ve also been 156MPH in my buddy\u2019s GTO but I was not driving at that time.","human_ref_B":"110 mph in a 99 or 2000 Chrysler Town and Country minivan. Was unaware of how fast I was going til I realized how quickly I was approaching the car in front of me. I was trying to go fast I just wasn't expecting it to do it so quickly. I'm pretty sure I could have gotten at least another 20 mph out of it. It was a rental.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2448.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qg2m7x","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.75,"history":"What is the fastest, you personally, have driven? For me it's 250km\/h in my bmw 645ci. Hoping to do the supercharger and remove the speed limiter in the future hahaha.","c_root_id_A":"hi6jh2i","c_root_id_B":"hi6evhk","created_at_utc_A":1635291672,"created_at_utc_B":1635289579,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"160mph in my old 93 Nissan 240sx SE. Didn\u2019t realize the front was just floating. Had a deer decide to cross the road about a mile out (Doesn\u2019t take long to close that mile gap at these speeds) I tried to steer ever so slightly and nothing. Then turned pretty decent amount still nothing. Luckily the deer kept going, obviously or I wouldn\u2019t be here lol. I\u2019ve also been 156MPH in my buddy\u2019s GTO but I was not driving at that time.","human_ref_B":"136 In my GTI.  edit: mph","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2093.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pf3w2k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"2013 Kia Rio. Having issues starting this car. What could be the issue? 2013 Kia Rio won\u2019t start. Looking for advice. Details in the post.  I have a Kia. It\u2019s at about 60k miles. I live in Texas - that might be relevant. There are a few incidents to tell about the issue:  1) about 2 weeks ago it wouldn\u2019t start. We did some brainstorming and thought it might be the spark plugs. They were replaced and all was well.   2) last Wednesday I was stopped at a red light and it died. Engine just gave up right there on the road. It wouldn\u2019t start, we got it pushed into a parking lot and after being off for about 30 mins it started.   3) cut to right now. We thought it might have been a heat issue - when I bought the car I lived in Utah and then moved to Texas about 3 years ago. But it\u2019s been sitting in my garage for the past ~10 hours and it won\u2019t catch.   We don\u2019t think it\u2019s a battery issue. It sounds like the engine may just be having a hard time catching. The \u201cchugchugchug\u201d type of sound. I\u2019m looking for any ideas what might be causing this. Is it worth taking to a mechanic?","c_root_id_A":"hb1svqi","c_root_id_B":"hb1ryxb","created_at_utc_A":1630413248,"created_at_utc_B":1630412744,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Get the codes read. Wild ass guess: crank sensor. I've diagnosed a car that wouldn't start when hot by spraying the sensor with cold spray followed by instant start. Codes won't always tell you what's wrong but need to do.","human_ref_B":"If you haven't gone to an AutoZone or O'Reilly's type place yet, you should do that first. They can test your battery and alternator for free, and read your computer for codes that may be thrown, but with no check engine light.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":504.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"xf8d8w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Made an Oops.. Guys with repair experience, could give your best estimate this would cost to fix? (Pic in description) Pic of damage  Hi car guys! So basically I am trying to decide if it's even worth it to try and get my car fixed, and what to do with it if not.  Details:   It's a 2014 Nissan Versa Note Entire glass window 84,000 miles on it It still turns on but can't \"go\"  I bought it outright a year ago for $4200.  I'd guess the worth was $4000 ish before crash.  I had no collision insurance so I'd be paying for the entire repair.   What makes the most financial sense?   What do I do with it if I don't get it repaired..  Thank you for any help in advance!","c_root_id_A":"iolm1c0","c_root_id_B":"ioldwvz","created_at_utc_A":1663286257,"created_at_utc_B":1663282503,"score_A":9,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"She's cooked bro.","human_ref_B":"Cut it loose if you value your dollars. I assume by you saying it \"can't go\" , it has some level of mechanical issue.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3754.0,"score_ratio":1.125}
{"post_id":"ay1h7n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Where does it tell me what size engine my car has? 2002 chevy cavalier needs a starter and theres two different starters they use, one for the 2.2L DOHC and one for the 2.2L GAS MFI - 2 valve OHV -   Thats the extent of what i know. Is there a somewhere its printed within the vehicle?","c_root_id_A":"ehxpqok","c_root_id_B":"ehxjpei","created_at_utc_A":1551899024,"created_at_utc_B":1551895021,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"The base is the OHV pushrod. The LS is the DOHC. Not sure on the Cav, but the DOHC engine may have \"EcoTec\" branding.   You can also tell by the look. The DOHC engine has a very different valve cover on top of the engine, with a very pronounced hump \/ bulge on the passenger side (because of the cam gears). The OHV engine has a very flat top with no hump.    Example of the OHV: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/General_Motors_122_engine#\/media\/File:2.2_L_OHV_I_engine.jpg  DOHC: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/GM_Ecotec_engine#\/media\/File:2003_Pontiac_Sunfire_Ecotec.JPG","human_ref_B":"I'm sure there is a specific way to tell if you know what you are looking for, but a good general rule is to plug (car name) + vin decoder into google. Once you find a tool for your car just plug in your VIN. That way you can learn everything your car came with from the factory.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4003.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"poxyqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What kind of car should I choose as a start? in that I mean like which brand like volkswagen, Volvo, bmw etc","c_root_id_A":"hd03gg2","c_root_id_B":"hczre2a","created_at_utc_A":1631741772,"created_at_utc_B":1631736837,"score_A":16,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Buy the nicest Corolla you can find and call it a day. It's been the perfect first car for over 60 years.","human_ref_B":"Nothing German unless you hate your sanity.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4935.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"poxyqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What kind of car should I choose as a start? in that I mean like which brand like volkswagen, Volvo, bmw etc","c_root_id_A":"hd03gg2","c_root_id_B":"hczw7pw","created_at_utc_A":1631741772,"created_at_utc_B":1631738761,"score_A":16,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Buy the nicest Corolla you can find and call it a day. It's been the perfect first car for over 60 years.","human_ref_B":"any chevy or GM vehicle pre-2006 with v6 of 3.4l or bigger (but not blazers or trailblazers). toyota anything except Rav4s, ford ranger or f150 or focus, any buick with 3.8l v6, all Hondas, most Lexus  absolutely no dodge, plymouth, chrysler, hyundai, kia, mitsubishi, subaru, fiat (and most italian cars)  german made is hit or miss but mostly decent if u can tolerate leaks\/oil burn. def not beginner friendly tho","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3011.0,"score_ratio":5.3333333333}
{"post_id":"poxyqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What kind of car should I choose as a start? in that I mean like which brand like volkswagen, Volvo, bmw etc","c_root_id_A":"hd0356l","c_root_id_B":"hd03gg2","created_at_utc_A":1631741638,"created_at_utc_B":1631741772,"score_A":2,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Camry\/Corolla. Honda civic\/accord.","human_ref_B":"Buy the nicest Corolla you can find and call it a day. It's been the perfect first car for over 60 years.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":134.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"poxyqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What kind of car should I choose as a start? in that I mean like which brand like volkswagen, Volvo, bmw etc","c_root_id_A":"hd0birc","c_root_id_B":"hczre2a","created_at_utc_A":1631745328,"created_at_utc_B":1631736837,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Id stick with the Japanese. As long as you vaguely take care of them they will keep running.","human_ref_B":"Nothing German unless you hate your sanity.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8491.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"poxyqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What kind of car should I choose as a start? in that I mean like which brand like volkswagen, Volvo, bmw etc","c_root_id_A":"hczw7pw","c_root_id_B":"hd0birc","created_at_utc_A":1631738761,"created_at_utc_B":1631745328,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"any chevy or GM vehicle pre-2006 with v6 of 3.4l or bigger (but not blazers or trailblazers). toyota anything except Rav4s, ford ranger or f150 or focus, any buick with 3.8l v6, all Hondas, most Lexus  absolutely no dodge, plymouth, chrysler, hyundai, kia, mitsubishi, subaru, fiat (and most italian cars)  german made is hit or miss but mostly decent if u can tolerate leaks\/oil burn. def not beginner friendly tho","human_ref_B":"Id stick with the Japanese. As long as you vaguely take care of them they will keep running.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6567.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"poxyqk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What kind of car should I choose as a start? in that I mean like which brand like volkswagen, Volvo, bmw etc","c_root_id_A":"hd0356l","c_root_id_B":"hd0birc","created_at_utc_A":1631741638,"created_at_utc_B":1631745328,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Toyota Camry\/Corolla. Honda civic\/accord.","human_ref_B":"Id stick with the Japanese. As long as you vaguely take care of them they will keep running.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3690.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"pzc0yb","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Is my turbo going bad? Hi all - I've got a 2017 Ford Escape 1.6L turbo with \\~99k miles on it. In the last week or so, it's started spitting out bluish\/white smoke on a cold start for about 10 seconds. I'm thinking the turbo is going out\/leaking oil and causing this. Here's the kicker - I'm trading it in in about 4 weeks. If it's the turbo going out, is this something I can limp along on for the next month (about 300 miles\/week), or do I need to suck it up and get it replaced? I really want to avoid a $2,000 repair on a car I'm about to trade in, but I don't want it to cause a worse\/more expensive issue in the mean time.   Video: https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/1m1bCWY","c_root_id_A":"hf1m0ql","c_root_id_B":"hezygt0","created_at_utc_A":1633137314,"created_at_utc_B":1633109517,"score_A":7,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If it's on cold start, I don't think it's your turbo. A turbo isn't going to make smoke until it's good & hot (it'll just spit oil downstream until then). I'd guess a bad valve stem seal, allowing oil to pool on the intake valve and dribble down into to cylinders to be burnt on first start.   But the advice of the others is good. If the car has been a headache, move on.","human_ref_B":"It could be the bearing is bad and leaking oil and burning it off.   As it heats up it could be expanding and better sealing the bearing, or just getting hot enough that the burn is more efficient so you just aren't seeing the smoke.  But that leak will absolutely grow.  Is time for a new\/turbo rebuild.    But you're trading it in. Define \"soon\". A few weeks?  I say drive it as little as possible until you trade it in and hopefully they don't notice it until you take delivery.  More than that?  Who knows. Depends how quickly it deteriorates.  Just my opinion.   Edit.... You said 4 weeks.    Yea I just wouldn't drive it unless I absolutely had to probably no danger if you do.  But the more you drive it the worse it'll get.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":27797.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"4skbnu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Wednesday Hot-Topic: What is a car history question that you have? Hi guys.  First off, thank you for participating in this community and making it a great experience for the other mods and I. We've been going almost a week and have had minimal issues. I'd also like to thank the mods of \/r\/cars, \/r\/autos, \/r\/driving and \/r\/ThreePedals for letting us post our new subreddit, and a massive thanks to \/r\/cars for sending traffic over here! That being said, we've decided to create 2 weekly sticky threads for questions of a certain topic. Each week we will have a different topic for you guys to discuss. Our other sticky thread will be on Friday nights, and we have yet to decide on the format of that thread. If you would like to suggest a theme for that thread, let us know in the comments. Otherwise, if you do not have a history related question, feel free to post a question in the sub!  **Happy discussing!**","c_root_id_A":"d5a5xzl","c_root_id_B":"d5a2azp","created_at_utc_A":1468381934,"created_at_utc_B":1468375844,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"When did car emissions become the bogeyman when it comes to global warming, when in reality power plants and industry are the biggest polluters?","human_ref_B":"This probably wasn't the direction you were intending, but maybe it will start a conversation.   How long do you think CarFax will stay valid?  We all know it's pretty easy to avoid having an accident reported, but people tend to like it because it makes them feel better about their purchase. I don't disagree with it, but there's no way to really tell if it was in an accident or not. So, how long do you think CarFax stays viable to buyers and what are some personal opinions on accidents in vehicle histories, assuming the title is still clear?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6090.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n9w95v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do I get rid of windshield wiper streak? Hey everyone. I\u2019m having trouble removing a streak from my windshield that won\u2019t go away when wiped from the inside or outside. It\u2019s from my windshield wiper, or maybe something that was on my windshield wiper. It goes across my field of vision and I\u2019m worried it will prevent me from passing inspection. Is there any way I can remedy this myself or will I have to call Safelite?","c_root_id_A":"gxq1w2y","c_root_id_B":"gxq46w7","created_at_utc_A":1620737573,"created_at_utc_B":1620738778,"score_A":6,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Does it come clean when you use your fingernail to scrape it off?  Try a strong(er) cleaner, like Pinesol or some sort of bathroom cleaner, nice hearty blast, and let it soak on for 60 sec.  scrub off with a sponge.  &#x200B;  Clean the blade(s) while you are out there, they will have junk on them too.","human_ref_B":"You can use a clay bar on glass- pretty simple there are guides on YouTube. I'd try that before calling someone","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1205.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"n9w95v","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"How do I get rid of windshield wiper streak? Hey everyone. I\u2019m having trouble removing a streak from my windshield that won\u2019t go away when wiped from the inside or outside. It\u2019s from my windshield wiper, or maybe something that was on my windshield wiper. It goes across my field of vision and I\u2019m worried it will prevent me from passing inspection. Is there any way I can remedy this myself or will I have to call Safelite?","c_root_id_A":"gxqcuhx","c_root_id_B":"gxq47rm","created_at_utc_A":1620742841,"created_at_utc_B":1620738790,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If it's just some gunk or a smeared bug stuck to your screen then you can get all manner of products to get that off - or just take it to a local valeter \/ hand car wash and ask if they can attack it for you with their supplies.  Traffic Film Remover, brake cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol will dissolve most things and don't cost much.  If the wiper has gunk on it too you may want to replace the blade(s).","human_ref_B":"There are a few YouTube videos out there showing people using 0000 steel wool","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4051.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4xqqnh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"How do you find other car people in your area? I've lately been wanting to get more involved in car stuff in my area. It would be super awesome to find someone else to do an engine swap with, or maybe just adding a turbo to something first, but I don't have enough experience or time to do it by myself. I don't really know anyone else who is at all interested in cars, so how do I find people?","c_root_id_A":"d6iqth1","c_root_id_B":"d6ho5ky","created_at_utc_A":1471291646,"created_at_utc_B":1471219180,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Autocross.","human_ref_B":"Look at Facebook groups in your area, either big car sales groups or groups specific to your brand or model. I'm sure there'd be a few you can find. And once you find one, usually you'll find more","labels":1,"seconds_difference":72466.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"4xqqnh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"How do you find other car people in your area? I've lately been wanting to get more involved in car stuff in my area. It would be super awesome to find someone else to do an engine swap with, or maybe just adding a turbo to something first, but I don't have enough experience or time to do it by myself. I don't really know anyone else who is at all interested in cars, so how do I find people?","c_root_id_A":"d6hpatx","c_root_id_B":"d6iqth1","created_at_utc_A":1471221057,"created_at_utc_B":1471291646,"score_A":4,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I usually find some local car groups, guys in the local city\/area with the same car as me or at least brand who modify their cars. Talk on forums, as well as find shops too that do engine swaps and talk to them about issues, problems, ease of swap,  know how and keep constantly talking to them. Make friends with people, get numbers..  Fuck I'd just post to your local city subreddit to begin with.","human_ref_B":"Autocross.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":70589.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4xqqnh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"How do you find other car people in your area? I've lately been wanting to get more involved in car stuff in my area. It would be super awesome to find someone else to do an engine swap with, or maybe just adding a turbo to something first, but I don't have enough experience or time to do it by myself. I don't really know anyone else who is at all interested in cars, so how do I find people?","c_root_id_A":"d6iqth1","c_root_id_B":"d6hpw0g","created_at_utc_A":1471291646,"created_at_utc_B":1471222016,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Autocross.","human_ref_B":"Local cruise nights is another option. Local race tracks can be an option, too.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":69630.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4xqqnh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.82,"history":"How do you find other car people in your area? I've lately been wanting to get more involved in car stuff in my area. It would be super awesome to find someone else to do an engine swap with, or maybe just adding a turbo to something first, but I don't have enough experience or time to do it by myself. I don't really know anyone else who is at all interested in cars, so how do I find people?","c_root_id_A":"d6igj3y","c_root_id_B":"d6iqth1","created_at_utc_A":1471278471,"created_at_utc_B":1471291646,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Facebook groups, drive around on a nice Saturday after noon (where I am there's little shows put on weekly) by chance, made buds with a guy because we both have veloster turbos. If you see a nice car and the owner is there just say hi, it's worked for me, if they're a cat guy and not busy they'll definitely talk for a bit.","human_ref_B":"Autocross.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13175.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"o6lfsm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What to buy to get white license plate lights on an Audi A3 Quattro 1.8T 8L? So I want to change the lights that light up the license plate in the rear. Now it kinda yellow but I want it to be white. Any tips on what to buy, (different light bulbs, a holder for them etc)  I'm completely new to this, sorry if it's a stupid question. Greetings from a Swede!","c_root_id_A":"h2td9v2","c_root_id_B":"h2ta3w2","created_at_utc_A":1624484096,"created_at_utc_B":1624482629,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"LED bulbs. but make sure they have internal resistors or you will be replacin them.  as goes for any lightbulb: do not touch the glass with your bare hands, the oil from your skin will blow the bulb.","human_ref_B":"Idk if autobeam deliver to Sweden, and have Audi lights but might be worth a try.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1467.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"o6lfsm","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"What to buy to get white license plate lights on an Audi A3 Quattro 1.8T 8L? So I want to change the lights that light up the license plate in the rear. Now it kinda yellow but I want it to be white. Any tips on what to buy, (different light bulbs, a holder for them etc)  I'm completely new to this, sorry if it's a stupid question. Greetings from a Swede!","c_root_id_A":"h2ta3w2","c_root_id_B":"h2thkh8","created_at_utc_A":1624482629,"created_at_utc_B":1624486155,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Idk if autobeam deliver to Sweden, and have Audi lights but might be worth a try.","human_ref_B":"Most bulbs will have a description of the color or a color temperature. The lower the number, the more yellow.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3526.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"m8nt26","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Genesis, Azera, or Avalon? Hello all, I am pre approved for a 12k loan with 5% APR from my bank and have an extra 4k I can put onto that for a new used car. From my research into the luxury sedan market I think I've narrowed down my options to the top three. I would just like to know from anyone who knows these cars which one would be the safest bet for long term reliability and comfort.  **2014-2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8**  So I really love this car for its huge package of luxury features and hefty v6 engine with RWD. My grandparents own a 14 model which is not the same body style as the 15 but same engine and powertrain. They love theirs and have had no issues having owned it for several years. I wish I could just pick this car but I'm still worried about the GDI engines in them. My main concern is if the GDI engine will last me for a long time if I buy one of these used with between 70k-120k miles.  **2014 Hyundai Azera Limited**  This car is basically a decked out Sonata with essentially the same features as the Genesis. It is somewhat cheaper, has a smaller but seemingly more reliable transmission, and has slightly better mpg than the Genesis. My main concerns on this car are the pretty much the same as the Genesis with the GDI engine.  **2015-2016 Toyota Avalon**  This car I am really tempted to buy over the latter because of the brand more than anything else. Toyota has unparalleled reliability compared to pretty much any other brand. The car is nice for what it costs (its essentially a reskinned es350 with a better interior) but comparatively has no where near the same level of comfort and tech features as the Hyundai's do. The main benefits I can see are mostly the mpg since the v6 in that car is fwd and less horsepower.  Thats where I am as of right now. I still have yet to test drive these cars. If anyone has a better value suggestion for a luxury sedan let me know. Please someone tell me I'm over reacting about the reliability difference. I really would like to have confidence in buying one of these Genesis cars. Thanks everyone.","c_root_id_A":"grig7oa","c_root_id_B":"grihirs","created_at_utc_A":1616180808,"created_at_utc_B":1616181418,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Hey, I have no idea but I can tell you you qu\u2019il know when u will test them","human_ref_B":"Why the Avalon. Why not the Lexus GS? It's much better handing than the Avalon, it's RWD, and it handles pretty well.  And the ES350 is nicer than the Avalon inside but they're both almost the same fun a driving perspective.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":610.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"m8nt26","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Genesis, Azera, or Avalon? Hello all, I am pre approved for a 12k loan with 5% APR from my bank and have an extra 4k I can put onto that for a new used car. From my research into the luxury sedan market I think I've narrowed down my options to the top three. I would just like to know from anyone who knows these cars which one would be the safest bet for long term reliability and comfort.  **2014-2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8**  So I really love this car for its huge package of luxury features and hefty v6 engine with RWD. My grandparents own a 14 model which is not the same body style as the 15 but same engine and powertrain. They love theirs and have had no issues having owned it for several years. I wish I could just pick this car but I'm still worried about the GDI engines in them. My main concern is if the GDI engine will last me for a long time if I buy one of these used with between 70k-120k miles.  **2014 Hyundai Azera Limited**  This car is basically a decked out Sonata with essentially the same features as the Genesis. It is somewhat cheaper, has a smaller but seemingly more reliable transmission, and has slightly better mpg than the Genesis. My main concerns on this car are the pretty much the same as the Genesis with the GDI engine.  **2015-2016 Toyota Avalon**  This car I am really tempted to buy over the latter because of the brand more than anything else. Toyota has unparalleled reliability compared to pretty much any other brand. The car is nice for what it costs (its essentially a reskinned es350 with a better interior) but comparatively has no where near the same level of comfort and tech features as the Hyundai's do. The main benefits I can see are mostly the mpg since the v6 in that car is fwd and less horsepower.  Thats where I am as of right now. I still have yet to test drive these cars. If anyone has a better value suggestion for a luxury sedan let me know. Please someone tell me I'm over reacting about the reliability difference. I really would like to have confidence in buying one of these Genesis cars. Thanks everyone.","c_root_id_A":"grigk5o","c_root_id_B":"grihirs","created_at_utc_A":1616180970,"created_at_utc_B":1616181418,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Avalon, the other two will be broken and scrapped before you pay off that loan.","human_ref_B":"Why the Avalon. Why not the Lexus GS? It's much better handing than the Avalon, it's RWD, and it handles pretty well.  And the ES350 is nicer than the Avalon inside but they're both almost the same fun a driving perspective.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":448.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"m8nt26","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Genesis, Azera, or Avalon? Hello all, I am pre approved for a 12k loan with 5% APR from my bank and have an extra 4k I can put onto that for a new used car. From my research into the luxury sedan market I think I've narrowed down my options to the top three. I would just like to know from anyone who knows these cars which one would be the safest bet for long term reliability and comfort.  **2014-2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8**  So I really love this car for its huge package of luxury features and hefty v6 engine with RWD. My grandparents own a 14 model which is not the same body style as the 15 but same engine and powertrain. They love theirs and have had no issues having owned it for several years. I wish I could just pick this car but I'm still worried about the GDI engines in them. My main concern is if the GDI engine will last me for a long time if I buy one of these used with between 70k-120k miles.  **2014 Hyundai Azera Limited**  This car is basically a decked out Sonata with essentially the same features as the Genesis. It is somewhat cheaper, has a smaller but seemingly more reliable transmission, and has slightly better mpg than the Genesis. My main concerns on this car are the pretty much the same as the Genesis with the GDI engine.  **2015-2016 Toyota Avalon**  This car I am really tempted to buy over the latter because of the brand more than anything else. Toyota has unparalleled reliability compared to pretty much any other brand. The car is nice for what it costs (its essentially a reskinned es350 with a better interior) but comparatively has no where near the same level of comfort and tech features as the Hyundai's do. The main benefits I can see are mostly the mpg since the v6 in that car is fwd and less horsepower.  Thats where I am as of right now. I still have yet to test drive these cars. If anyone has a better value suggestion for a luxury sedan let me know. Please someone tell me I'm over reacting about the reliability difference. I really would like to have confidence in buying one of these Genesis cars. Thanks everyone.","c_root_id_A":"grjm1jf","c_root_id_B":"grig7oa","created_at_utc_A":1616202087,"created_at_utc_B":1616180808,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I am a used car dealer. From my perspective and assuming you plan to keep this car for a long time, you cannot beat the Toyota. Resale value alone makes it a no brainer from a financial perspective.   My daily driver is a 2018 Avalon XLE. Couldn't be happier with it. They can be had reasonably as well. Bought mine 9\/2019 with 32k for $18.5k. Did not buy it wholesale.","human_ref_B":"Hey, I have no idea but I can tell you you qu\u2019il know when u will test them","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21279.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"m8nt26","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Genesis, Azera, or Avalon? Hello all, I am pre approved for a 12k loan with 5% APR from my bank and have an extra 4k I can put onto that for a new used car. From my research into the luxury sedan market I think I've narrowed down my options to the top three. I would just like to know from anyone who knows these cars which one would be the safest bet for long term reliability and comfort.  **2014-2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8**  So I really love this car for its huge package of luxury features and hefty v6 engine with RWD. My grandparents own a 14 model which is not the same body style as the 15 but same engine and powertrain. They love theirs and have had no issues having owned it for several years. I wish I could just pick this car but I'm still worried about the GDI engines in them. My main concern is if the GDI engine will last me for a long time if I buy one of these used with between 70k-120k miles.  **2014 Hyundai Azera Limited**  This car is basically a decked out Sonata with essentially the same features as the Genesis. It is somewhat cheaper, has a smaller but seemingly more reliable transmission, and has slightly better mpg than the Genesis. My main concerns on this car are the pretty much the same as the Genesis with the GDI engine.  **2015-2016 Toyota Avalon**  This car I am really tempted to buy over the latter because of the brand more than anything else. Toyota has unparalleled reliability compared to pretty much any other brand. The car is nice for what it costs (its essentially a reskinned es350 with a better interior) but comparatively has no where near the same level of comfort and tech features as the Hyundai's do. The main benefits I can see are mostly the mpg since the v6 in that car is fwd and less horsepower.  Thats where I am as of right now. I still have yet to test drive these cars. If anyone has a better value suggestion for a luxury sedan let me know. Please someone tell me I'm over reacting about the reliability difference. I really would like to have confidence in buying one of these Genesis cars. Thanks everyone.","c_root_id_A":"grigk5o","c_root_id_B":"grjm1jf","created_at_utc_A":1616180970,"created_at_utc_B":1616202087,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Avalon, the other two will be broken and scrapped before you pay off that loan.","human_ref_B":"I am a used car dealer. From my perspective and assuming you plan to keep this car for a long time, you cannot beat the Toyota. Resale value alone makes it a no brainer from a financial perspective.   My daily driver is a 2018 Avalon XLE. Couldn't be happier with it. They can be had reasonably as well. Bought mine 9\/2019 with 32k for $18.5k. Did not buy it wholesale.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21117.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"sqm6ep","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"I had my tyres filled with nitrogen, can I just refill them with normal air? A while ago when I had my car serviced I got my tyres filled with nitrogen and now I just wanna go back to filling them with air. Do I need to do anything or can I just go for it?","c_root_id_A":"hwn70gb","c_root_id_B":"hwn54ni","created_at_utc_A":1644673276,"created_at_utc_B":1644672296,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You realize that nitrogen tire fills are a useless ripoff don't you?","human_ref_B":"It won't float on water any more but yes.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":980.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"sqm6ep","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"I had my tyres filled with nitrogen, can I just refill them with normal air? A while ago when I had my car serviced I got my tyres filled with nitrogen and now I just wanna go back to filling them with air. Do I need to do anything or can I just go for it?","c_root_id_A":"hwn70gb","c_root_id_B":"hwn6yln","created_at_utc_A":1644673276,"created_at_utc_B":1644673250,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You realize that nitrogen tire fills are a useless ripoff don't you?","human_ref_B":"Yes it's fine","labels":1,"seconds_difference":26.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zwe5kj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Help figuring out a possible odometer rollback? Hello,  I found a great deal on a 2013 volkswagen passat with around 50k miles on it. I bought the carfax info, because the person selling it was confident that there was nothing wrong with it and it\u2019s clean and what not. The second to last time it was serviced the mileage was close to 70k. The seller sent a picture of the odometer and it reads 50k.   I was going to get a pre purchase inspection done before i buy it, but was wondering if anyone could have any idea what\u2019s going on? Would a mechanic be able to spot that it was driven more than the odometer says or spot if it was tempered with?","c_root_id_A":"j1uvo2y","c_root_id_B":"j1ue67u","created_at_utc_A":1672157282,"created_at_utc_B":1672149259,"score_A":8,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I've had Carmax flag my car I was trying to sell as having its odometer rolled back because its mileage was entered incorrectly at a state inspection station. All the other state inspections showed a pattern of 12k miles a year but one was entered as 152xxx instead of 125xxx.  Odometer fraud is very rare nowadays. It's harder to do with digital systems and everyone knows about Carfax. It's 99% of the time just a clerical error.","human_ref_B":"Could be typo or the cluster was changed at some point. A good scan tool will show true miles recorded by the computer.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8023.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"9r0usc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Start engine without starter? Hi. I'm wondering if an engine could be started without spinning it first. If the engine has a crankshaft position sensor, the ECU should know exactly where each piston is. Why can't the computer inject fuel into the proper cylinders, and ignite the gas to push down the piston and start the engine?","c_root_id_A":"e8d7ka9","c_root_id_B":"e8d7jwq","created_at_utc_A":1540398206,"created_at_utc_B":1540398198,"score_A":20,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"The engine still needs to turn in order to draw in air and compress the charge. Plus a crank angle sensor only works when the crank is spinning anyway.","human_ref_B":"Just spit-balling an answer here:  I'm guessing there's like zero chance you have a cylinder in the EXACT right position where the exhaust valves are closed, the intake valve is open, etc.  There's only one spot where it's all lined up correctly, and it just seems unlikely that you're ever just stopped in that one position.   &#x200B;  &#x200B;","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"y9ogvt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Do I need a new engine? 2011 Suburban Check Engine Light  I have a 2011 Chevy suburban with 180,000 miles on it currently. The check engine light recently came on so I took it to the dealership for them to run diagnostics on it. When I arrived, dealer stated that they typically do not do any type of diagnostics or repair on vehicles as old as 2011. But they did look to see what codes would display. There was 4 codes but the 2 that is concerning is P0 306 cylinder 6 misfire detected and the P0300 engine misfire. The dealer pretty much stated I needed a new engine and that it was probably going to go out on me if I keep driving it. Has anyone ran into this issue with the  check engine light?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"it743h0","c_root_id_B":"it70m7h","created_at_utc_A":1666355907,"created_at_utc_B":1666354013,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"They don\u2019t repair a car that\u2019s only 11 years old? Lmao","human_ref_B":"As others have stated, plugs, coils, maybe an oil change and air filter, you'll be right as rain. Probably pick up and MPG or two while you're at it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1894.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"y9ogvt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Do I need a new engine? 2011 Suburban Check Engine Light  I have a 2011 Chevy suburban with 180,000 miles on it currently. The check engine light recently came on so I took it to the dealership for them to run diagnostics on it. When I arrived, dealer stated that they typically do not do any type of diagnostics or repair on vehicles as old as 2011. But they did look to see what codes would display. There was 4 codes but the 2 that is concerning is P0 306 cylinder 6 misfire detected and the P0300 engine misfire. The dealer pretty much stated I needed a new engine and that it was probably going to go out on me if I keep driving it. Has anyone ran into this issue with the  check engine light?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"it70m7h","c_root_id_B":"it74gn6","created_at_utc_A":1666354013,"created_at_utc_B":1666356099,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"As others have stated, plugs, coils, maybe an oil change and air filter, you'll be right as rain. Probably pick up and MPG or two while you're at it.","human_ref_B":"Whatever you need, don't get it from a dealer.  I'm half surprised they didn't try to high-pressure you into a new model.  \"*We normally don't bother with you poor people and your old cars...*\"  They knew the year going in yet they still took the job, wtf was he trying to pull?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2086.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"zwxg8b","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Oil light flashing but I have oil. What do I do? My Chevy Colorado's oil light went off today so I put oil in it, and it continued to flash down the highway. I checked last week and I had oil so it was weird that it even went off.","c_root_id_A":"j1xjndj","c_root_id_B":"j1xc4zr","created_at_utc_A":1672197634,"created_at_utc_B":1672194057,"score_A":7,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If your oil light comes on you pull over and shut off the engine immediately to avoid irreparable harm to your engine.  The oil light does not just mean that oil is low, it can mean that your oil pressure is low and so the oil is not reaching critical components of your engine.","human_ref_B":"\u201cHas oil\u201d, like is it at the proper level? If so you lost oil pressure or the sending unit failed. One will destroy the engine, the other is an annoying light","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3577.0,"score_ratio":1.1666666667}
{"post_id":"nr2ntj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Worth fixing my 2007 Honda Civic? I wanted to fix my a\/c which is going to cost around $800. It has a little over 200k miles. Roof and trunk paint is chipped up. No sound system. No engine light. No oil leaks. Wondering if it's worth it or buy another used Honda that has about 100k miles.","c_root_id_A":"h0fcfrv","c_root_id_B":"h0e9oc3","created_at_utc_A":1622718903,"created_at_utc_B":1622689866,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"you got mexican A\/C just drive fast with the windows down","human_ref_B":"If it has 200k miles and no issues I'd be willing to bet it has at least another 100-200k in it. Absolutely worth it to repair. If you don't mind my asking what's making it cost almost $1,000 to fix?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":29037.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"nr2ntj","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Worth fixing my 2007 Honda Civic? I wanted to fix my a\/c which is going to cost around $800. It has a little over 200k miles. Roof and trunk paint is chipped up. No sound system. No engine light. No oil leaks. Wondering if it's worth it or buy another used Honda that has about 100k miles.","c_root_id_A":"h0eotnl","c_root_id_B":"h0fcfrv","created_at_utc_A":1622699079,"created_at_utc_B":1622718903,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"2007 isn't that old for a Honda.  If the A\/C is the only thing wrong, fix it. You won't get another car for $800.","human_ref_B":"you got mexican A\/C just drive fast with the windows down","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19824.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"vi6y2k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Precautions for buying a car with a title loan? I'm interested in a car that the seller has a title loan on. Not a normal lien from a bank but from a short term loan type place. They said we can do the deal at the title loan place and sign a bill of sale first, but how do I know they will follow through and give me the car and title once they pay off the loan with the cash from the sale? What other precautions can I take to not get burned in this deal?","c_root_id_A":"idbc5o6","c_root_id_B":"idbcbff","created_at_utc_A":1655911602,"created_at_utc_B":1655911669,"score_A":4,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"He's asking you to accept additional risk in this sale. I think the whole transaction should be completed sitting at the title loan officer's desk.","human_ref_B":"Do the deal AT the loan place.  YOU hand the cash to the title loan people, and then give the remainder to the seller.  The kind of people who get title loans are not the kind of people I would trust to take care of something like that themselves.  Also, I'd have that car inspected thoroughly BEFORE agreeing to the sale.  The kind of people who get title loans aren't the kind of people who are known for taking good care of a car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":67.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"fux08o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What do I need to look for to replace my shift knob\/make it stay on? https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/PpORJCL     There's what everything looks like. It's a 1993 Ford F-150 XL.    There are no threads as you can see, and my shift knob is just an empty hole on the bottom. So it spins freely and will pop off easily, which is quite annoying.      Am I missing some kind of part? Can I just put on any shift knob?     Thank you for any and all advice, this is my first manual vehicle and I just bought it yesterday.","c_root_id_A":"fmf3yxx","c_root_id_B":"fmfhe6v","created_at_utc_A":1586019459,"created_at_utc_B":1586027285,"score_A":6,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Wrap some tape around the shaft till it's a tight enough fit to where the knob stays on and doesn't spin easily. Or some two part epoxy if you want something a bit more permanent.","human_ref_B":"Best solution would be to buy a new shifter. My hurst shifter knob screws on the stick.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7826.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4u6cf3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.77,"history":"What's better to use on turbocharged cars - MAP or MAF and why? I know they both have their pros and cons but which would you choose for a street car running (say) 15 - 20 psi of boost pressure?","c_root_id_A":"d5nkgwz","c_root_id_B":"d5nenlh","created_at_utc_A":1469278565,"created_at_utc_B":1469257486,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'm used to MAFs that can meter around 500hp worth of air and are usually run in parallel twin setups anyways. But generally MAF is a little easier to tune for in terms of low speed driveability. But it also means the car will have running issues if there are any vacuum leaks, and you pretty much can't run VTA BOVs. MAF setups are also a little more flexible when it comes to throwing breather mods on the car, whereas MAP will need the tune adjusted in a lot of cases. MAP has a much higher ceiling in regards to amount of metered air, and paints a more accurate picture of what's actually in the manifold. It also does a better job of reacting to rapid changes in intake air volume, where MAF may have a slight delay if the MAF is at the front of a long intake tract, and would require a throttle response routine to estimate incoming air before the MAF starts seeing it. Also keep in mind you have to run an IAT sensor as well for it to really be accurate.   tl;dr factory cars are generally going to run MAF, highly modified forced induction cars are better on MAP.","human_ref_B":"IMO it all depends on your engine, management software and most importantly **what your tuner is comfortable with**.   personally I don't like MAF systems on heavily upgraded turbo motors but I am from a time where upgraded MAF sensors were incredibly rare and expensive. Today you can get off the shelf upgraded systems that work with whatever management software you are using and they work great.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21079.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"m9ou0w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What Car Model Is The Equivalent\/Close To Toyota Rush, But Available In the US? I heard about this 7-seater SUV, but it's only available in mostly SEA.  Is there anything similar in features and in make (engine, etc) to the Toyota Rush, but can be purchased in the USA?","c_root_id_A":"grogo70","c_root_id_B":"grogb10","created_at_utc_A":1616310983,"created_at_utc_B":1616310646,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The Rush looks kind of like a RAV4 with a couple extra seats where the cargo area is. Just from eyeing it, it looks like it might be on the same platform. That or it\u2019s built like an Avanza which is also a SEA vehicle. Sorry, I can\u2019t think of anything that\u2019s equivalent to the Rush in the US. Does make me wonder why it\u2019s not available.","human_ref_B":"It's based on the dihatsu terios, can you get those in the US? https:\/\/www.wapcar.my\/news\/Toyota-Rush-%E2%80%93-Don%E2%80%99t-rush-into-buying-one-until-you-read-this-870","labels":1,"seconds_difference":337.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"m9ou0w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What Car Model Is The Equivalent\/Close To Toyota Rush, But Available In the US? I heard about this 7-seater SUV, but it's only available in mostly SEA.  Is there anything similar in features and in make (engine, etc) to the Toyota Rush, but can be purchased in the USA?","c_root_id_A":"gros4gy","c_root_id_B":"grogb10","created_at_utc_A":1616322313,"created_at_utc_B":1616310646,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Toyota basically has 4 SUVs for sale on the US market. The Rav4 is the smallest, no 3rd row seating so you'd be limited to 5 seats and its basically just a tall car with all wheel drive. The 4runner and Land Cruiser models are massive and only come with the larger v6 and v8 engines.   I think the closest thing for you would be the Highlander. Two seats pull up in the back for a total of 7, it appears to be the same size as the rush from what I can tell, likely built on the same platform. It also comes with the 4 cylinder engines you'd find in the car models (my 07 highlander had a 2.4, got decent gas mileage) and I believe a hybrid v6 as well. I loved my highlander. Tons of space in the back with the 3rd row seats folded down. Only reason I don't still own it is because I rammed it into a guard rail at 70mph and wrote it off.","human_ref_B":"It's based on the dihatsu terios, can you get those in the US? https:\/\/www.wapcar.my\/news\/Toyota-Rush-%E2%80%93-Don%E2%80%99t-rush-into-buying-one-until-you-read-this-870","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11667.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"er0qs1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Really stupid question... Will leaving a portable jump starter connected slowly charge the car battery? Obviously the capacity of the portable jump starter is way smaller... but if I connect, recharge the portable jump starter, reconnect, and repeat over and over will this eventually charger the battery to reasonably close to full?","c_root_id_A":"ff03uqa","c_root_id_B":"fezv7ch","created_at_utc_A":1579464874,"created_at_utc_B":1579462084,"score_A":12,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"If your battery needs to charge it would be more efficient to jump the car then drive it around and let the alternator charge it. If the alternator won\u2019t charge the battery, you have a bad battery. If the battery won\u2019t charge and the car will die while driving it, it\u2019s likely you have a bad alternator.   Technically, you may be able to get some charge on your battery using the booster, but it makes no sense to try and do so","human_ref_B":"Maybe? Depends on how fast your parasitic drains take. Also will depend on the portable jump starter. Some of them shut off after awhile.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2790.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"p1ftwk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"U-Haul Tow Hitch Install vs Dealer tow package. Is one better than the other?","c_root_id_A":"h8do61b","c_root_id_B":"h8egxxg","created_at_utc_A":1628574370,"created_at_utc_B":1628597728,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Do not take it to a dealership. They will charge you out the ass for the same exact thing a local shop would do.   Local shop > Dealership like 90% of the time.","human_ref_B":"every comment here is missing a HUGE issue. U-Haul hitches are just that, only the hitch - do not recommend hauling more than @ 750lbs on one of those. Factory installed hitches include a HD Transmission cooler (to keep your trans from melting down with a heavy load ... especially if mountains are involved) and heavier rear suspension to keep the backend from squatting on a load. eg: U-Haul hitch is OK for small\/short hauls only or a bike rack, unless you are looking forward to replacing your tranny (a few thousand $$$$$)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":23358.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"p1ftwk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"U-Haul Tow Hitch Install vs Dealer tow package. Is one better than the other?","c_root_id_A":"h8eedh6","c_root_id_B":"h8egxxg","created_at_utc_A":1628596082,"created_at_utc_B":1628597728,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Way I've always said it is you need at least 25 years of experience with meth to install hitches for U-Haul. Definitely go to the stealership","human_ref_B":"every comment here is missing a HUGE issue. U-Haul hitches are just that, only the hitch - do not recommend hauling more than @ 750lbs on one of those. Factory installed hitches include a HD Transmission cooler (to keep your trans from melting down with a heavy load ... especially if mountains are involved) and heavier rear suspension to keep the backend from squatting on a load. eg: U-Haul hitch is OK for small\/short hauls only or a bike rack, unless you are looking forward to replacing your tranny (a few thousand $$$$$)","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1646.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"6xovhu","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How much time would be required to replace a blown motor with an identical motor in a 2008 Pontiac G6 GT w\/3.5L V6? My wife's car ran out of oil and as much as I LOVE sharing my Civic with her, I go to college full time and work full time, so I need to get this Pontiac running. Used engines in my area with 100-200k miles on them go for $150-500 and the place I plan on getting it from gives you a 90 day guarantee. I believe I have all the tools I need as well as a hoist I can borrow to lift the engines in and out.  Could I complete this over a weekend, Saturday-Sunday?  How long had it taken you to do a similar swap?  I replaced an engine in my 1984 Mustang about 15 years ago in my teens and did it over a few months during the summer. The Pontiac, and all newer cars seems to have a lot more going under the hood.  Any other tips?  Thanks.","c_root_id_A":"dmhjvoe","c_root_id_B":"dmhf40m","created_at_utc_A":1504394617,"created_at_utc_B":1504388087,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I would say one weekend is very unrealistic for someone with very little experience, going by what youve said, to replace an engine.","human_ref_B":"It's time consuming, and might require tools you don't have, but as long as you document taking it apart and put it back together the same way it should be good.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6530.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"b0i737","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Why does my car manual say to start the car first depress the brake pedal and then turn the ignition? Why do I need to depress the brake pedal first? I imagine most automatic drivers simply turn the key in the ignition to start their car.","c_root_id_A":"eievh9p","c_root_id_B":"eietjvp","created_at_utc_A":1552457015,"created_at_utc_B":1552454597,"score_A":23,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Safety.   Its to make sure that the car will not lurch forward if it falls into gear when starting.","human_ref_B":"Because you're really smart, and the car makers are really stupid.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2418.0,"score_ratio":2.875}
{"post_id":"b0i737","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Why does my car manual say to start the car first depress the brake pedal and then turn the ignition? Why do I need to depress the brake pedal first? I imagine most automatic drivers simply turn the key in the ignition to start their car.","c_root_id_A":"eietjvp","c_root_id_B":"eif1clv","created_at_utc_A":1552454597,"created_at_utc_B":1552466267,"score_A":8,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Because you're really smart, and the car makers are really stupid.","human_ref_B":"Mechanically, no reason for it to be necessary.      Like others said, it's about safety. If you make a habit of it, you could prevent a mechanical failure from causing an accident. Brake lights would also give an *early* visual indicator that the vehicle is occupied by an operator and could begin moving.      Thanks for spelling 'brake' correctly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11670.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"b0i737","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Why does my car manual say to start the car first depress the brake pedal and then turn the ignition? Why do I need to depress the brake pedal first? I imagine most automatic drivers simply turn the key in the ignition to start their car.","c_root_id_A":"eieyc1b","c_root_id_B":"eif1clv","created_at_utc_A":1552461150,"created_at_utc_B":1552466267,"score_A":6,"score_B":10,"human_ref_A":"Because if some bizarre set of circumstances resulted in you damaging the car by trying to start it in gear, or someone elses property by leaving it in neutral and who knows what. Really if anything unfavorable **at all** were to happen because you *should* have put your foot on the brake before starting, and they didn't explicitly state that you should do it in the manual, they'd face liability. People would say \"Well why don't you tell people this could happen, this is *your* fault.","human_ref_B":"Mechanically, no reason for it to be necessary.      Like others said, it's about safety. If you make a habit of it, you could prevent a mechanical failure from causing an accident. Brake lights would also give an *early* visual indicator that the vehicle is occupied by an operator and could begin moving.      Thanks for spelling 'brake' correctly.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5117.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"b0i737","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Why does my car manual say to start the car first depress the brake pedal and then turn the ignition? Why do I need to depress the brake pedal first? I imagine most automatic drivers simply turn the key in the ignition to start their car.","c_root_id_A":"eifbivk","c_root_id_B":"eif27mk","created_at_utc_A":1552480626,"created_at_utc_B":1552467791,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Because people have been killed over the years when older cars started in gear and ran people over.  Since the average driver is retarded and demands life itself comes with airbags, now modern cars are loaded with safety features such as this.","human_ref_B":"It's an interlock to backup the neutral\/park safety switch, in case the driver is too ignorant or stupid to not press on the brake while starting the engine or, in the case of manual transmissions, not shift into neutral and depress both the brake and clutch.  You know those drivers -- they don't even set the parking brake when they turn off the engine.    However, many of those brake interlocks require that you only press the brake slightly, not enough to actually keep the car from moving.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12835.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kif87n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"First time changing oil, is it ok to leave the car like this overnight? https:\/\/ibb.co\/7gLBZy7    I\u2019ve drained the oil and put the drain plug back in but don\u2019t have time to change the filter and add the new oil. The driver side tire is removed because it\u2019s easier to get to the oil filter.    Those are two 3 ton jack stands resting on BMR jacking rails.   Is it ok to leave it like this until tomorrow?  Or should I just put the front tire back on without the lug nuts","c_root_id_A":"ggqjjfa","c_root_id_B":"ggqhbws","created_at_utc_A":1608675859,"created_at_utc_B":1608674817,"score_A":17,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Totally ok. Leave yourself a reminder to put oil in, like a note on the windshield that says 'no oil'.","human_ref_B":"It's fine like that","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1042.0,"score_ratio":5.6666666667}
{"post_id":"kif87n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"First time changing oil, is it ok to leave the car like this overnight? https:\/\/ibb.co\/7gLBZy7    I\u2019ve drained the oil and put the drain plug back in but don\u2019t have time to change the filter and add the new oil. The driver side tire is removed because it\u2019s easier to get to the oil filter.    Those are two 3 ton jack stands resting on BMR jacking rails.   Is it ok to leave it like this until tomorrow?  Or should I just put the front tire back on without the lug nuts","c_root_id_A":"ggqhbws","c_root_id_B":"ggrdjvd","created_at_utc_A":1608674817,"created_at_utc_B":1608692245,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It's fine like that","human_ref_B":"It's been answered that it's fine to leave it like this, but personally I don't think about getting anywhere near the underside of the car if I wouldn't trust it to stay put overnight. I usually slide a wheel or two under the car when I jack it up as well so if it gets hit it doesn't destroy your brakes by slamming them into the ground. It's something to think about, but if you trust it enough to slide under the car and take the drain plug out, then like why wouldn't it be okay overnight I guess","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17428.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"kif87n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"First time changing oil, is it ok to leave the car like this overnight? https:\/\/ibb.co\/7gLBZy7    I\u2019ve drained the oil and put the drain plug back in but don\u2019t have time to change the filter and add the new oil. The driver side tire is removed because it\u2019s easier to get to the oil filter.    Those are two 3 ton jack stands resting on BMR jacking rails.   Is it ok to leave it like this until tomorrow?  Or should I just put the front tire back on without the lug nuts","c_root_id_A":"ggr6s9s","c_root_id_B":"ggrdjvd","created_at_utc_A":1608688451,"created_at_utc_B":1608692245,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Yep no problem","human_ref_B":"It's been answered that it's fine to leave it like this, but personally I don't think about getting anywhere near the underside of the car if I wouldn't trust it to stay put overnight. I usually slide a wheel or two under the car when I jack it up as well so if it gets hit it doesn't destroy your brakes by slamming them into the ground. It's something to think about, but if you trust it enough to slide under the car and take the drain plug out, then like why wouldn't it be okay overnight I guess","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3794.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"qbe3ix","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the non V8 equivalent of the LS motor in the American market? I like seeing street racing videos but I especially like seeing videos where a decent amount of the cars aren't LS Foxbodys. It makes me want to build a turbo drag car that isn't a V8 but I'm rather unfamiliar with engines outside of the muscle car realm  Qualifiers the I think the engine must hit  -cheap -plentiful -strong internals -big aftermarket support  With these qualifiers in mind, that might mean the 2JZ isn't quite comparable to the LS because it isn't cheap and plentiful in American junkyards like the LS is. If we were looking at Japanese junkyards it would be a different story.","c_root_id_A":"hh90nwv","c_root_id_B":"hh9t2bx","created_at_utc_A":1634661285,"created_at_utc_B":1634672513,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"There isn't really. Maybe big turbo K24? They put them in a ton of different cars\/SUVs but there's certain top\/bottom end combos which are more desirable. With some internals and decent heads you can run a good amount of boost through them and make a somewhat reliable 700hp or go much higher if you want but you start running into diminishing returns and rapid unplanned disassembly becomes significantly more likely. Boostedboiz have a couple of really fast k24 cars, their MR2 just broke into the 7s quarter mile and there's many other content creators out there doing crazy things with those Honda motors. As far as I can tell the K20\/K24 is the new SR20 swap, people are putting them in everything.   That said, there's a reason that the LS\/LT v8 is the most common swap for racing. You can pull a vortec 350 out of any chevy truck made in the last ~20 years for $400, slap a cam and a turbo on it and make the same power for half the money and a lot less fuss. Cleetus McFarland bought a junkyard c6 vette and pulled a motor from a tahoe or something out of a junkyard, put a giant turbo on it, and ran 8 sec 1\/4 miles no problem. You can buy crate LS engines straight from summit racing that already make big power and just pop it in if you have the money. Parts are cheap and plentiful, there's a ton of information and guides, and you can get complete swap kits for anything from an NA miata to a new mustang. It's a proven platform and it's extremely successful in a lot of different motorsports but really shines at the drags so unless you really hate V8s, it's probably the way to go for almost any platform you want to build.","human_ref_B":"You are looking for the GM Ecotec     1000hp is very possible     1800+hp has been done on the cast blocks","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11228.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"qbe3ix","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"What is the non V8 equivalent of the LS motor in the American market? I like seeing street racing videos but I especially like seeing videos where a decent amount of the cars aren't LS Foxbodys. It makes me want to build a turbo drag car that isn't a V8 but I'm rather unfamiliar with engines outside of the muscle car realm  Qualifiers the I think the engine must hit  -cheap -plentiful -strong internals -big aftermarket support  With these qualifiers in mind, that might mean the 2JZ isn't quite comparable to the LS because it isn't cheap and plentiful in American junkyards like the LS is. If we were looking at Japanese junkyards it would be a different story.","c_root_id_A":"hh9w84e","c_root_id_B":"hha1h84","created_at_utc_A":1634673746,"created_at_utc_B":1634675848,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Honda B's and K's probably have the best support in the US of anything that isn't a domestic V8.","human_ref_B":"Probably the Honda K-Series. Super compact, plentiful, tones of aftermarket support, just obviously not a big displacement V8 so it's not going to make big displacement V8 power, but they can make well over 1,000Hp.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2102.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"yvcysq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Would it be financially wise to buy a Jeep? Hello folk,  I have a Honda HRV 2021 which I love. it has 1.99 APR and I pay $350 a month and 34mpg.  However, due to personal circumstances involving a sickness, I've decided to embark on a year long road trip from Alaska to Texas, around the US to live life for the first time in my life. I will quit my very well-paid job. I have $32k saved up, a small passive income, and the support from my parents.  Only thing that worries me is my car. I'm scared for the roads, the weather changes, everything. Not sure if it's better to upgrade to a car better suited for the road trip but then the interest rates right now SUCK and my payment would most likely be in the $500s. I owe 19k on the Honda right now, if I sell it I might profit $2-3k which I can use for a down payment I guess.","c_root_id_A":"iwdo8l8","c_root_id_B":"iwe2hoq","created_at_utc_A":1668461873,"created_at_utc_B":1668467852,"score_A":19,"score_B":29,"human_ref_A":"Keep the HRV. Or, get a 50 mpg hybrid.","human_ref_B":"Keep the HRV and get good tires.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5979.0,"score_ratio":1.5263157895}
{"post_id":"yvcysq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Would it be financially wise to buy a Jeep? Hello folk,  I have a Honda HRV 2021 which I love. it has 1.99 APR and I pay $350 a month and 34mpg.  However, due to personal circumstances involving a sickness, I've decided to embark on a year long road trip from Alaska to Texas, around the US to live life for the first time in my life. I will quit my very well-paid job. I have $32k saved up, a small passive income, and the support from my parents.  Only thing that worries me is my car. I'm scared for the roads, the weather changes, everything. Not sure if it's better to upgrade to a car better suited for the road trip but then the interest rates right now SUCK and my payment would most likely be in the $500s. I owe 19k on the Honda right now, if I sell it I might profit $2-3k which I can use for a down payment I guess.","c_root_id_A":"iwe2hoq","c_root_id_B":"iwdri15","created_at_utc_A":1668467852,"created_at_utc_B":1668463191,"score_A":29,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Keep the HRV and get good tires.","human_ref_B":"HRV is high enough off the ground to the point where, if you come across unsafe road conditions (ON THE ROAD), you'll be fine. You'll be fine on gravel paths too. Just don't try to do any real off-roading.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4661.0,"score_ratio":2.4166666667}
{"post_id":"yvcysq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Would it be financially wise to buy a Jeep? Hello folk,  I have a Honda HRV 2021 which I love. it has 1.99 APR and I pay $350 a month and 34mpg.  However, due to personal circumstances involving a sickness, I've decided to embark on a year long road trip from Alaska to Texas, around the US to live life for the first time in my life. I will quit my very well-paid job. I have $32k saved up, a small passive income, and the support from my parents.  Only thing that worries me is my car. I'm scared for the roads, the weather changes, everything. Not sure if it's better to upgrade to a car better suited for the road trip but then the interest rates right now SUCK and my payment would most likely be in the $500s. I owe 19k on the Honda right now, if I sell it I might profit $2-3k which I can use for a down payment I guess.","c_root_id_A":"iwe2hoq","c_root_id_B":"iwdyob8","created_at_utc_A":1668467852,"created_at_utc_B":1668466216,"score_A":29,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Keep the HRV and get good tires.","human_ref_B":"Keeping the HRV is the best financial decision,  and if it's suitable for Alaska you probably will be better off  in any weather and on-road travel between there and Texas.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1636.0,"score_ratio":3.625}
{"post_id":"yvcysq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Would it be financially wise to buy a Jeep? Hello folk,  I have a Honda HRV 2021 which I love. it has 1.99 APR and I pay $350 a month and 34mpg.  However, due to personal circumstances involving a sickness, I've decided to embark on a year long road trip from Alaska to Texas, around the US to live life for the first time in my life. I will quit my very well-paid job. I have $32k saved up, a small passive income, and the support from my parents.  Only thing that worries me is my car. I'm scared for the roads, the weather changes, everything. Not sure if it's better to upgrade to a car better suited for the road trip but then the interest rates right now SUCK and my payment would most likely be in the $500s. I owe 19k on the Honda right now, if I sell it I might profit $2-3k which I can use for a down payment I guess.","c_root_id_A":"iwe4m06","c_root_id_B":"iwdyob8","created_at_utc_A":1668468779,"created_at_utc_B":1668466216,"score_A":10,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Keep the Honda. Hondas refuse to die. Even new Jeeps are less than reliable.","human_ref_B":"Keeping the HRV is the best financial decision,  and if it's suitable for Alaska you probably will be better off  in any weather and on-road travel between there and Texas.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2563.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"yvcysq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Would it be financially wise to buy a Jeep? Hello folk,  I have a Honda HRV 2021 which I love. it has 1.99 APR and I pay $350 a month and 34mpg.  However, due to personal circumstances involving a sickness, I've decided to embark on a year long road trip from Alaska to Texas, around the US to live life for the first time in my life. I will quit my very well-paid job. I have $32k saved up, a small passive income, and the support from my parents.  Only thing that worries me is my car. I'm scared for the roads, the weather changes, everything. Not sure if it's better to upgrade to a car better suited for the road trip but then the interest rates right now SUCK and my payment would most likely be in the $500s. I owe 19k on the Honda right now, if I sell it I might profit $2-3k which I can use for a down payment I guess.","c_root_id_A":"iweptrc","c_root_id_B":"iwfq5ol","created_at_utc_A":1668478379,"created_at_utc_B":1668499630,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Get a heavy duty battery for those cold wintered states and you\u2019ll be fine, your Honda won\u2019t go out on you a keep will","human_ref_B":"Ditto, no brainer. Ditch the Jeep idea completely, they're mostly lemons mechanically.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21251.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"yvcysq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Would it be financially wise to buy a Jeep? Hello folk,  I have a Honda HRV 2021 which I love. it has 1.99 APR and I pay $350 a month and 34mpg.  However, due to personal circumstances involving a sickness, I've decided to embark on a year long road trip from Alaska to Texas, around the US to live life for the first time in my life. I will quit my very well-paid job. I have $32k saved up, a small passive income, and the support from my parents.  Only thing that worries me is my car. I'm scared for the roads, the weather changes, everything. Not sure if it's better to upgrade to a car better suited for the road trip but then the interest rates right now SUCK and my payment would most likely be in the $500s. I owe 19k on the Honda right now, if I sell it I might profit $2-3k which I can use for a down payment I guess.","c_root_id_A":"iwfq5ol","c_root_id_B":"iwezucz","created_at_utc_A":1668499630,"created_at_utc_B":1668482886,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Ditto, no brainer. Ditch the Jeep idea completely, they're mostly lemons mechanically.","human_ref_B":"Just here to repeat what everyone else is saying; Honda for keeps, lose the Jeeps. Definitely on opposite ends of the reliability spectrum.  And tires. Absolutely put your money into good tires and you will be fine over damn near all road conditions you meet.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16744.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"hcn3wh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Private sale - 2016 Camry SE 45k miles. $14,500k - is this a decent deal? Regular oil changes - one owner Thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"fvgilc0","c_root_id_B":"fvgboc3","created_at_utc_A":1592674860,"created_at_utc_B":1592671067,"score_A":15,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"KBB has it at $13.3 to $14.9.  Note that pricing sites do not yet reflect the full effect of COVID-19.  Car sales are being hammered.  By \"hammered\" I mean down 50% and more depending on the model.  Your area may see higher or lower prices than averages.  Taking this into consideration, offer $12,800 and maybe creep it up to $13,000 or walk.  Also, starting with the 2018 model year, Toyota included as standard Toyota Safety Sense-Pedestrian (TSS-P) on all cars.  TSS-P includes Pedestrian detect, radar cruise control, lane departure warning, and automatic Brake Assist or will slam on the brakes if it detects an impending collision.  To me worth looking for 2018 or newer. Or earlier models equipt with TSS as an option (few buyers ordered it because it was over $2,000).  cars.com has many for sale. Example: A 2019 LE w\/29K at $14.9. Clean carfax.  And 2018 LE 45K $13.8.  &#x200B;  If you can wait it out a few months you will probably save some significant money on used or new cars.  EDIT: make it 2018 model year or newer.","human_ref_B":"Good deal on a good car. Just don't cheap out on maintenance and it will last very long.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3793.0,"score_ratio":7.5}
{"post_id":"hcn3wh","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Private sale - 2016 Camry SE 45k miles. $14,500k - is this a decent deal? Regular oil changes - one owner Thoughts?","c_root_id_A":"fvgxt0a","c_root_id_B":"fvgboc3","created_at_utc_A":1592683295,"created_at_utc_B":1592671067,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Offer $13-$13,500.","human_ref_B":"Good deal on a good car. Just don't cheap out on maintenance and it will last very long.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12228.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ksix4d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Does anyone know if mile king tire are any good?","c_root_id_A":"gig8378","c_root_id_B":"gigfkno","created_at_utc_A":1610043620,"created_at_utc_B":1610046895,"score_A":2,"score_B":15,"human_ref_A":"They are better than walking.  Any model in particular? Passenger car? Light Truck?","human_ref_B":"Spend money on your tires. They are the only part of your car touching road.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3275.0,"score_ratio":7.5}
{"post_id":"ksix4d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Does anyone know if mile king tire are any good?","c_root_id_A":"gigiybe","c_root_id_B":"gig8378","created_at_utc_A":1610048392,"created_at_utc_B":1610043620,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The GOAT cheap tires are the Sumitomo HTR A\/S 2 or 3","human_ref_B":"They are better than walking.  Any model in particular? Passenger car? Light Truck?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4772.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ksix4d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Does anyone know if mile king tire are any good?","c_root_id_A":"gig8378","c_root_id_B":"gigzqmt","created_at_utc_A":1610043620,"created_at_utc_B":1610055967,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"They are better than walking.  Any model in particular? Passenger car? Light Truck?","human_ref_B":"Made in China. My .02? DO NOT BUY TIRES MADE IN CHINA.   Yeah they *might* be OK for you, but I'd much MUCH rather spend a few extra bucks on name brand tires with the brand history you can trust.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12347.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qfxduo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.78,"history":"I'm loaning my family my 1997 Infiniti J30. My dad doesn't believe in premium. How can I convince him to put in high octane? My family needs another car and I'm loaning them my low mileage Infiniti J30 which I purchased solely because \"you don't really see those anymore\" and I wanted a cheap collector car. Since they're kind of rare I'm trying to take care of the car for the next owner. It calls for premium which I always put in. I don't think retarding the ignition timing all the time can be good for an engine. I'm not sure that will be enough to convince my dad who does not believe in high octane gas and I suspect will grudgingly put in one or two tanks of high octane and then go back to regular. Does anyone have any articles or very short explanations I can use to convince him to put in premium?","c_root_id_A":"hi2xh0s","c_root_id_B":"hi2t6sy","created_at_utc_A":1635226124,"created_at_utc_B":1635223171,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"don't let him drive it.   like to be blunt if he is too stupid\/stubborn to follow your rules he shouldn't be allowed to borrow your car.","human_ref_B":"This article dumbs it down pretty well https:\/\/www.truecar.com\/blog\/premium-vs-regular-gas\/ Just make it clear that it's a high compression engine from 97, so it's not a modern car that can adjust, and putting lower than 91 octane gas will almost definitely make it knock.  If that doesn't do the trick just show him this https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/itm\/234227290070?hash=item368908cfd6:g:RIoAAOSw3pVhYdsF and tell him \"you break it, you pay to replace it including labor, which'll be that much if not more\"","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2953.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"qfxduo","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.78,"history":"I'm loaning my family my 1997 Infiniti J30. My dad doesn't believe in premium. How can I convince him to put in high octane? My family needs another car and I'm loaning them my low mileage Infiniti J30 which I purchased solely because \"you don't really see those anymore\" and I wanted a cheap collector car. Since they're kind of rare I'm trying to take care of the car for the next owner. It calls for premium which I always put in. I don't think retarding the ignition timing all the time can be good for an engine. I'm not sure that will be enough to convince my dad who does not believe in high octane gas and I suspect will grudgingly put in one or two tanks of high octane and then go back to regular. Does anyone have any articles or very short explanations I can use to convince him to put in premium?","c_root_id_A":"hi2xh0s","c_root_id_B":"hi2v7j7","created_at_utc_A":1635226124,"created_at_utc_B":1635224507,"score_A":14,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"don't let him drive it.   like to be blunt if he is too stupid\/stubborn to follow your rules he shouldn't be allowed to borrow your car.","human_ref_B":"Buy a couple small bottles of high octane race fuel (should cost roughly $35 a piece) and tell him to fill the engine with whatever octane rating he wants, but then he needs to add the necessary volume of race fuel to raise your overall fuel tank's octane rating to whatever octane you specify (92 - 113 or so).  Many fuel brands offer race fuel cans (Race Gas, Sunoco, and VP Racing to name a few).  Not as good as getting legit 92 all the way through, but at least he won't have to cough up an extra dime and you get your engine running how it should.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1617.0,"score_ratio":4.6666666667}
{"post_id":"8sdajt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is it ok to downshift on a downhill so that your car slows down without the use of breaks? (automatic car with shifters)","c_root_id_A":"e0yhylf","c_root_id_B":"e0yj6gy","created_at_utc_A":1529449158,"created_at_utc_B":1529450397,"score_A":5,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Yes it\u2019s fine but don\u2019t downshift when you\u2019re already high in the rev range. Braking a little while downshifting is usually the best option","human_ref_B":"You're supposed to do that if the hill is long enough that you'd otherwise need to use the brakes all the way down.  Otherwise you can overheat the brakes and lose braking.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1239.0,"score_ratio":3.4}
{"post_id":"9uzgg6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Can my car be aligned, but steering wheel be \u201coff\u201d center still? Car in question: 2015 BMW 550iX   Background:  A couple months ago, I saw some odd tire wear on outside of driver front tire. Brought it in to dealer to check and they said it needed an alignment, so I got one. A month goes by and the tire wear didn\u2019t seem to \u201cresolve\u201d, so I bring it in again and they say it needs an alignment, so I get another alignment. Report says initial measurements were good, and adjusted measurements were basically the same.  However, the worst part about this second alignment was that my steering wheel seemed to be ever so slightly off (if straight is noon on a clock, it now drove straight at like 11:50, or maybe even 11:55).  Notably slight and hard to tell at low speeds\/city driving, but annoying especially at highway speeds.   Bring it in again and they do nothing saying they don\u2019t see anything (dealer drove it for a mile, only in the city).   My question is:  I don\u2019t think I\u2019m crazy, but I also don\u2019t know if it\u2019s possible that this relatively high tech car, which shows it\u2019s fully aligned, can also have the steering wheel off ever so slightly still. Is there a way I can have another place check to confirm I\u2019m not nuts?","c_root_id_A":"e98672g","c_root_id_B":"e986f9g","created_at_utc_A":1541600597,"created_at_utc_B":1541600815,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Yeah it's very possible. It depends if the tech straightened the steering wheel or not before getting the alignment.   Last alignment I had, he left it cockeyed and then aligned my wheels. So the wheel was turned slightly to drive straight. More annoying than anything else","human_ref_B":"Someone didn't set the on-center properly or just skipped it.  I just had this very same thing happen to my car. I replaced the steering shaft which resulted in my wheel being way off center. I took it in for an alignment and while they fixed the alignment, they didn't set the 'on-center' correctly so I was still driving with a crooked steering wheel. Brought it back and told them about it and they realigned it properly that time. My steering wheel is dead center now with a good alignment.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":218.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"9htyb7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Did I just massively overpay for an oil change? 2010 Corolla, 160,000 miles. Oil change people recommended full synthetic based on the age and mileage of the car, and also I can go longer until my next oil change. I paid around $70. Am I an idiot?  Seems high for an oil change but also don\u2019t want my reliable ol\u2019 car to die anytime soon so I\u2019m wary of going too cheap on basic maintenance.","c_root_id_A":"e6ehggn","c_root_id_B":"e6ei089","created_at_utc_A":1537563746,"created_at_utc_B":1537564246,"score_A":5,"score_B":23,"human_ref_A":"for a full synthetic oil change, that is fair.","human_ref_B":"Your car has approx 4.4Quarts of oil.  Full synthetic 5Q at store are generally $25-$35 at regular price and a stock OEM recommended filter being $5-$8. This is if you DIY btw. Since this is a shop, they add a slight premium(10%) to the price to make up for stock they have on hand and other oils they keep in the backroom if it don't sell...and convenience as well.  So they charged you approx $30 for half an hours labor which sounds about right for an oil change without need for technical expertise. Changing engine oil on non German\/luxury cars is simple and can be taught to any kid within an hour.   Shop rates for actual mechanical work starts at $80 an hour btw.    https:\/\/www.angieslist.com\/articles\/how-much-does-oil-change-cost.htm  > According to Cost Helper, an oil change typically costs $20 to $55. Using synthetic oil bumps the price to $45 to $70 on average.  Higher end but no. It's normal son. Just be glad you don't rock 9Q of Engine Oil like I do. Full synthetic and I change every 2800 miles. A buddies shop does it for us for cheaps hence why i can afford to do it so often.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":500.0,"score_ratio":4.6}
{"post_id":"9htyb7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Did I just massively overpay for an oil change? 2010 Corolla, 160,000 miles. Oil change people recommended full synthetic based on the age and mileage of the car, and also I can go longer until my next oil change. I paid around $70. Am I an idiot?  Seems high for an oil change but also don\u2019t want my reliable ol\u2019 car to die anytime soon so I\u2019m wary of going too cheap on basic maintenance.","c_root_id_A":"e6eixjr","c_root_id_B":"e6ekwfy","created_at_utc_A":1537565119,"created_at_utc_B":1537567008,"score_A":8,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Price is about right for a full synthetic change so you didn't get ripped off in that aspect. However, there is no reason to put in any better oil than what the owner's manual recommends unless you want to run longer intervals, have modified the engine, or are planning to run the vehicle to extreme high mileage.   The \"recommend synthetic based on age and mileage\" line is 100% BS and I would avoid this shop based on that. You want a shop that is honest with you about what your car needs. They'll upsell you on oil this time and try selling you fuel service, brake pads, wipers, and the rest of the upsell handbook later.   EDIT: Another common reason to run synthetic would be if you run the vehicle under what qualifies as severe service - extensive idling, high engine loads, very dusty environments, temperature extremes, etc.","human_ref_B":"Try full synthetic for a deisel that takes 14qts and come talk to me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1889.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"9htyb7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Did I just massively overpay for an oil change? 2010 Corolla, 160,000 miles. Oil change people recommended full synthetic based on the age and mileage of the car, and also I can go longer until my next oil change. I paid around $70. Am I an idiot?  Seems high for an oil change but also don\u2019t want my reliable ol\u2019 car to die anytime soon so I\u2019m wary of going too cheap on basic maintenance.","c_root_id_A":"e6ehggn","c_root_id_B":"e6ekwfy","created_at_utc_A":1537563746,"created_at_utc_B":1537567008,"score_A":5,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"for a full synthetic oil change, that is fair.","human_ref_B":"Try full synthetic for a deisel that takes 14qts and come talk to me.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3262.0,"score_ratio":2.2}
{"post_id":"9htyb7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Did I just massively overpay for an oil change? 2010 Corolla, 160,000 miles. Oil change people recommended full synthetic based on the age and mileage of the car, and also I can go longer until my next oil change. I paid around $70. Am I an idiot?  Seems high for an oil change but also don\u2019t want my reliable ol\u2019 car to die anytime soon so I\u2019m wary of going too cheap on basic maintenance.","c_root_id_A":"e6ehggn","c_root_id_B":"e6eixjr","created_at_utc_A":1537563746,"created_at_utc_B":1537565119,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"for a full synthetic oil change, that is fair.","human_ref_B":"Price is about right for a full synthetic change so you didn't get ripped off in that aspect. However, there is no reason to put in any better oil than what the owner's manual recommends unless you want to run longer intervals, have modified the engine, or are planning to run the vehicle to extreme high mileage.   The \"recommend synthetic based on age and mileage\" line is 100% BS and I would avoid this shop based on that. You want a shop that is honest with you about what your car needs. They'll upsell you on oil this time and try selling you fuel service, brake pads, wipers, and the rest of the upsell handbook later.   EDIT: Another common reason to run synthetic would be if you run the vehicle under what qualifies as severe service - extensive idling, high engine loads, very dusty environments, temperature extremes, etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1373.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"6lasym","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Chevy engine and transmission swap, both unresponsive. Help? Alright, so I swapped the above combination (2001 Chevy 5.3\/4L60E\/NP241) into a new vehicle. However, I'm running into some problems (2).      1. It has a manually operated throttle cable which I have verified is attached to the pedal and the throttle body correctly ( I have seen it operate the butterfly valve). However, when I press the pedal with the car running, nothing happens. No revs, no sputters, nothing.      2. I can feel and hear the shift arm moving on the transmission so I know it should be going into gear. However, it seems like it's stuck in neutral, won't even crawl when I get off the brakes. The transfer case should be in 4H or 2H (the arm on the tcase is all the way forward if that matters), also the transmission has fluid.      I'm currently at a loss. I'm thinking maybe the TPS isn't getting signal (possibly?) and for the transmission problem I'm thinking maybe the transfer case isn't in the correct gear like it should be or maybe the flex plate isn't connected to the torque converter. Throw some ideas my way. *Note, I didn't hook up the transmission to the engine, it was done for me. Long story.      Should I just take it to a shop and it become their problem?   (edit: formatting)","c_root_id_A":"djt4pz5","c_root_id_B":"djt1nf4","created_at_utc_A":1499264891,"created_at_utc_B":1499260768,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"1. It doesn't make sense that the throttle butterfly opens and the engine doesn't respond.  The butterfly is what controls the engine speed.  It should at least sputter and die.  With the engine running, what happens when you move the throttle manually by hand?  2. Does the transmission have enough fluid?  If the converter was emptied, it takes a lot to fill it back up.  It is also pretty easy to misread the dipstick.  Were the converter bolts installed?  There should be an inspection cover to confirm that they are in place.","human_ref_B":"Accelerator pedal position maybe","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4123.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"b9duh8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"What car is this in the photo in link? https:\/\/imgur.com\/3tkcu8N","c_root_id_A":"ek3xpep","c_root_id_B":"ek3w7sr","created_at_utc_A":1554393508,"created_at_utc_B":1554392568,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Looks like a Hyundai Atos Prime  EDIT:   For some reason reddit keeps horking up the URL. Here it is:  https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Hyundai_Atos_Prime_2007_Yellow.jpg","human_ref_B":"r\/namethatcar if nobody here gets it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":940.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"pvfvpy","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"How can driving with the handbrake up damage the reverse gear? I accidentally drove today for about ten minutes with my handbrake up (discovered it when a smell of burning plastic started), and now the reverse gear makes the car go a little bit forward, shudder violently, and only then start reversing.  it's an old automatic car (2005). What do you think happened? How expensive is it going to be to fix it?","c_root_id_A":"he9qwrj","c_root_id_B":"he9slk1","created_at_utc_A":1632606447,"created_at_utc_B":1632607244,"score_A":10,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"100% unrelated.","human_ref_B":"Overheated the trans. Probably smoked the torque convertor. 'spensive.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":797.0,"score_ratio":1.7}
{"post_id":"xiicb4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Oily substance in trunk? I bought a car recently and everything seemed super clean. The only place I didn't look was under the trunk cover, where the spare tire is located. After lifting that I noticed the \"Mat\" that is underneath the spare tire looks like its melting and is oily. I noticed it when packages I had in the trunk were wet underneath, I guess the heat makes this oily substance liquify... It doesn't smell.","c_root_id_A":"ip4p7rn","c_root_id_B":"ip4i242","created_at_utc_A":1663630977,"created_at_utc_B":1663627630,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"is this \"mat\" seemingly made of a tar-like compound?   It's possible you're looking at sound deadening\/vibration dampening tar compound that's commonly attached to vehicle bodies.      Speaking from experience, this stuff loves to break down, sweat, and do funky things when you accidentally douse it in that half quart of oil you were keeping in the trunk to top off with (ask me how i know.)      Best solution i came up with was to hit it with dry ice, scrape it out, and apply some replacement deadening material.","human_ref_B":"Run your finger across the sidewall of the spare, does it feel like shoe polish? Old racer trick was to put shoe polish on the sidewalls of tires to pass tech inspection, and hide the dry rot cracks.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3347.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4t48w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the media's view on the car scene in your country? Another country related question, just wanted to gauge how the media is in regards to your car scenes. Down Under we have these idiots: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simon.michelmore.7\/videos\/10208767262832296\/","c_root_id_A":"d5empvl","c_root_id_B":"d5els3t","created_at_utc_A":1468684420,"created_at_utc_B":1468682826,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"In the U.S., the only time I hear cars referenced by the mainstream media is when there have been accidents caused or arrests made for legitimately illegal street racing. I've never before heard of the automotive enthusiast community being rebranded as dangerous and violent outlaws.","human_ref_B":"Holy shit that video gave me cancer.   As for the question, The news doesn't give the car scene here in Alaska much attention.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1594.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"4t48w5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"What is the media's view on the car scene in your country? Another country related question, just wanted to gauge how the media is in regards to your car scenes. Down Under we have these idiots: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simon.michelmore.7\/videos\/10208767262832296\/","c_root_id_A":"d5empvl","c_root_id_B":"d5emdvw","created_at_utc_A":1468684420,"created_at_utc_B":1468683861,"score_A":9,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"In the U.S., the only time I hear cars referenced by the mainstream media is when there have been accidents caused or arrests made for legitimately illegal street racing. I've never before heard of the automotive enthusiast community being rebranded as dangerous and violent outlaws.","human_ref_B":"Not going to click because I'm on data right now, but is that the media video about the Focus RS drift mode?  Here in NZ the road death toll is pretty bad, and a lot of the deaths are \"boy racers\" so any car stuff generally gets a bad rap from the media. It doesn't help that we have a lot of both ricers in WRXs and bogans doing burnouts in Commodores, and literally everything has a fart cannon exhaust on it","labels":1,"seconds_difference":559.0,"score_ratio":4.5}
{"post_id":"4tpri1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your most hated misconception about cars\/the culture? Hey guys  Just wondering what really grinds your gears about what others think of cars and really gets you triggered?   Mine personally is the label hoon, every second story on ACS\/TNT is about \"hoons\". Oh and the misconceptions of ethanol","c_root_id_A":"d5jgjcd","c_root_id_B":"d5j9ox0","created_at_utc_A":1469017953,"created_at_utc_B":1468996670,"score_A":13,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"That owning a big truck or small sports car means that you're insecure and have a tiny penis. So basically, secure men with normal penises only own Toyota Camrys?","human_ref_B":"Premium Vs Regular gas","labels":1,"seconds_difference":21283.0,"score_ratio":1.4444444444}
{"post_id":"4tpri1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your most hated misconception about cars\/the culture? Hey guys  Just wondering what really grinds your gears about what others think of cars and really gets you triggered?   Mine personally is the label hoon, every second story on ACS\/TNT is about \"hoons\". Oh and the misconceptions of ethanol","c_root_id_A":"d5jgjcd","c_root_id_B":"d5jf6gh","created_at_utc_A":1469017953,"created_at_utc_B":1469014570,"score_A":13,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"That owning a big truck or small sports car means that you're insecure and have a tiny penis. So basically, secure men with normal penises only own Toyota Camrys?","human_ref_B":"I hate the people who talk shit on lifted trucks. Yeah some trucks that literally require a ladder to get into just look out of place. But lifting trucks with some beefy tires looks fuckin great if you ask me. I can't wait to lift mine and throw some bigger tires on it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3383.0,"score_ratio":4.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4tpri1","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"What is your most hated misconception about cars\/the culture? Hey guys  Just wondering what really grinds your gears about what others think of cars and really gets you triggered?   Mine personally is the label hoon, every second story on ACS\/TNT is about \"hoons\". Oh and the misconceptions of ethanol","c_root_id_A":"d5jf6gh","c_root_id_B":"d5jtg78","created_at_utc_A":1469014570,"created_at_utc_B":1469036768,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I hate the people who talk shit on lifted trucks. Yeah some trucks that literally require a ladder to get into just look out of place. But lifting trucks with some beefy tires looks fuckin great if you ask me. I can't wait to lift mine and throw some bigger tires on it.","human_ref_B":"That having your dream car means you're rich.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":22198.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"xmbsf5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Car buying suggestion? Which car sounds like a great first car to last more than a decade (or 15years) with regular maintenance:  Lexus NX350 Acura RDX Genesis GV70 Volvo XC40 Mazda CX5 Mazda CX70  I also want to add some context, hybrids are not included in the list above due to their very high wait times. Can\u2019t get a PHEV also because of this reason. I don\u2019t know if gas savings from a hybrid\/phev but battery replacement in future and longer wait times is comparable to low mpg and quicker availability and less impact from chip shortages of gas only counterparts. I was excited about saving $7.5k when the US government announced it but realized its for all vehicles below a threshold price only and these would likely not meet the cut(unless i am wrong)","c_root_id_A":"ipns1pq","c_root_id_B":"ipnrv54","created_at_utc_A":1663978639,"created_at_utc_B":1663978547,"score_A":9,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'd go with the Lexus.","human_ref_B":"Lexus, Acura, or either of the Mazdas.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":92.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"xmbsf5","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Car buying suggestion? Which car sounds like a great first car to last more than a decade (or 15years) with regular maintenance:  Lexus NX350 Acura RDX Genesis GV70 Volvo XC40 Mazda CX5 Mazda CX70  I also want to add some context, hybrids are not included in the list above due to their very high wait times. Can\u2019t get a PHEV also because of this reason. I don\u2019t know if gas savings from a hybrid\/phev but battery replacement in future and longer wait times is comparable to low mpg and quicker availability and less impact from chip shortages of gas only counterparts. I was excited about saving $7.5k when the US government announced it but realized its for all vehicles below a threshold price only and these would likely not meet the cut(unless i am wrong)","c_root_id_A":"ipnrv54","c_root_id_B":"ipoinmg","created_at_utc_A":1663978547,"created_at_utc_B":1663993071,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Lexus, Acura, or either of the Mazdas.","human_ref_B":"From somebody who has been in this industry for 30+ years. The truth is. It\u2019s a crapshoot. Good luck with your choice","labels":0,"seconds_difference":14524.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"e2eqgr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Is there a way to know if my head gasket is going to blow soon? Hi Car guys  I sent in my car for a water leak this morning which was fixed quickly and cost almost nothing.    But then they told me my head gasket is about to blow soon and that I should replace it, which would obviously be a big job...   After phoning for a second opinion, I was told you can't really tell if a gasket is about to blow....it either is or it isn't blown....   Now, I have no idea, so are there any signs I can look out for?","c_root_id_A":"f8v45gs","c_root_id_B":"f8v4gtl","created_at_utc_A":1574858789,"created_at_utc_B":1574859123,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"Have you checked your oil recently? Give it a quick check and look at the bottom of the oil filler cap for anything out of the ordinary, any milky frothy looking substance usually is a sign the head gasket has already blew, check your coolant for any oil. Alternatively watch for any overheating issues and rough idle\/misfires all of these are symptoms of blown head gasket.  There's not really a way of knowing until the head gasket has already blown ime but there's a lot more knowledgeable people on here who may know otherwise.","human_ref_B":"Yeah the second opinion is correct. A headgasket is like any other gasket. It either is sealed and working or it's not. There is not in between they don't really \"wear down\" under normal usage unlike brakes or tires which do wear have normal wear.   I wouldn't return to the shop that told you this.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":334.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"4wu6wi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"New to MT, quick question about clutch control in regards to shifting? Hi guys, quick question:   When I shift my MT car, I tend to push it far enough that the clutch is fully engaged, but not entirely to the floor. Am I doing any damage from not bringing it all the way to the floor? I push it so it's fully disengaged, just not past what I'd call all of the dead space, ending up at the floor (I hope that makes sense)   **tl:dr** is pushing the clutch far enough to disengage the clutch to shift, but not all the way to the floor doing any damage to my car?","c_root_id_A":"d6a4evm","c_root_id_B":"d6a7zoe","created_at_utc_A":1470728000,"created_at_utc_B":1470740223,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"This isn't wearing anything. You just have to make sure that it's fully disengaged every time, and the easiest way to know is to push it all the way to the floor. I wouldn't recommend this to a new driver, but if you feel that you have a good grasp on clutch control then I'm sure it's fine.","human_ref_B":"Push it all the way down. If you don't fully disengage it...well the sound it'll make will speak for itself","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12223.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r3oudr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Need a new car but know nothing about cars. HELP?! I need a new car because I crashed my 2014 Nissan Versa. It was very basic, the most high tech thing about it was that it had Bluetooth for phone calls only.  I've been looking into new cars but know nothing about them and don't know where I will get the best bang for my buck, considering what the market is like now. I'm looking for safety and reliability. Would prefer to stay within $30k out the door price (~$25-28k)  Here's what I've been looking at:  -!!!Subaru crosstrek premium (with added blind spot package) TOP PICK!!! -Toyota: Rav4 LE\/XLE; Corolla Cross LE; CHR XLE -Honda: CRV, HRV  These are my wants\/needs:  -crossover\/smaller suv\/bigger sedan  -blind spot detection  -lane departure warning\/assist  -backup camera  -apple car play -collision prevention (I think it's called that but it's standard for Toyota)  -AWD (not necessary but would be nice) -good mileage (not necessary, would be nice)  I'm from San Diego, CA but have considered going to AZ or NV to buy a car. Is this possible\/ worth it?","c_root_id_A":"hmckfyq","c_root_id_B":"hmcgdjq","created_at_utc_A":1638064757,"created_at_utc_B":1638062837,"score_A":16,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'd definitely go for Toyota or Honda over Subaru for reliability.","human_ref_B":"If a small suv is what youre looking for it dorsnt get better than the rav- it will hold its value better than any of the others because toyota, and theyre popular for a reason. However, tell us more about your lifestyle and what you want in a car- 30 is a healthy budget and within that range you can get anything from a new hyundai sonata to a used but well cared for porsche cayman","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1920.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"r3oudr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.9,"history":"Need a new car but know nothing about cars. HELP?! I need a new car because I crashed my 2014 Nissan Versa. It was very basic, the most high tech thing about it was that it had Bluetooth for phone calls only.  I've been looking into new cars but know nothing about them and don't know where I will get the best bang for my buck, considering what the market is like now. I'm looking for safety and reliability. Would prefer to stay within $30k out the door price (~$25-28k)  Here's what I've been looking at:  -!!!Subaru crosstrek premium (with added blind spot package) TOP PICK!!! -Toyota: Rav4 LE\/XLE; Corolla Cross LE; CHR XLE -Honda: CRV, HRV  These are my wants\/needs:  -crossover\/smaller suv\/bigger sedan  -blind spot detection  -lane departure warning\/assist  -backup camera  -apple car play -collision prevention (I think it's called that but it's standard for Toyota)  -AWD (not necessary but would be nice) -good mileage (not necessary, would be nice)  I'm from San Diego, CA but have considered going to AZ or NV to buy a car. Is this possible\/ worth it?","c_root_id_A":"hmckfyq","c_root_id_B":"hmc3fnh","created_at_utc_A":1638064757,"created_at_utc_B":1638056850,"score_A":16,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I'd definitely go for Toyota or Honda over Subaru for reliability.","human_ref_B":"Don't count the Korean vehicles out - we have a 2019 Sante Fe and it has all those options you were looking for and we picked it up used about a year ago for 23k. Tough time to need a car these days though.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7907.0,"score_ratio":8.0}
{"post_id":"cort57","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Are any of the Hyundai economy cars reliable?","c_root_id_A":"ewktddv","c_root_id_B":"ewkum8j","created_at_utc_A":1565494043,"created_at_utc_B":1565495104,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Yes.","human_ref_B":"Former Hyundai tech here.. all in all, they're really good cars, just please take your time in looking for one. I'm not sure which model exactly you're looking at, but most of them, if not all of them, are solid cars... Just make sure to use common sense with them and get them serviced on time all the time.. and if you decide to service it yourself, it's very easy to do so, just make sure when changing the oil to use a Hyundai genuine oil filter... I've seen plenty of sonatas and elantras throw a fit over an off brand filter.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1061.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"51gr0e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Can you answer a couple of questions about repairing \/ replacing a CV boot? Hi car guys. I have a 2004 hyundai elantra. While replacing my brakes and rotors last week I noticed that my CV boots were split along a seam (both of them). I will be replacing the struts this week and would like to replace the boots so I don't need to replace the full joints later on. The joints are not making any noise so I am assuming that they are fine. What do I need to know to be sure of this and is there anything I need to do \/ should do when I replace the boots? Do any of you have any recommendations \/ tips for this repair?","c_root_id_A":"d7btppl","c_root_id_B":"d7bth83","created_at_utc_A":1473189267,"created_at_utc_B":1473188951,"score_A":12,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It's easier and often more time efficient to replace the entire CV axle assembly.  Re booting the CV axle takes a lot of time and doesn't really save you much money in comparison to the time it takes to just change axles.  You should be able to swap axles in less than an hour.    Rebooting, you still have to remove the axle assembly to clean the old grease in addition to soaking it, filling it up with grease and resealing the boot.  Might as well save 3-4 hours and just spend the extra 40-60$ to get a brand new axles that you won't have to replace later.","human_ref_B":"I've never replaced a boot, since I've always managed to find I had a bad one by the sound of the joint failing.  If you're in the window where they're both still good, just pack it with more grease, and install the new boot. Of course, if you're already down there replacing struts, etc., it may be worth the cost to replace both shafts, since you'll be doing so much of the required labor anyway.  I'd at least price out some replacement shafts vs the boots before you decide.  Good luck.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":316.0,"score_ratio":6.0}
{"post_id":"51gr0e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Can you answer a couple of questions about repairing \/ replacing a CV boot? Hi car guys. I have a 2004 hyundai elantra. While replacing my brakes and rotors last week I noticed that my CV boots were split along a seam (both of them). I will be replacing the struts this week and would like to replace the boots so I don't need to replace the full joints later on. The joints are not making any noise so I am assuming that they are fine. What do I need to know to be sure of this and is there anything I need to do \/ should do when I replace the boots? Do any of you have any recommendations \/ tips for this repair?","c_root_id_A":"d7bth83","c_root_id_B":"d7bws88","created_at_utc_A":1473188951,"created_at_utc_B":1473193334,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I've never replaced a boot, since I've always managed to find I had a bad one by the sound of the joint failing.  If you're in the window where they're both still good, just pack it with more grease, and install the new boot. Of course, if you're already down there replacing struts, etc., it may be worth the cost to replace both shafts, since you'll be doing so much of the required labor anyway.  I'd at least price out some replacement shafts vs the boots before you decide.  Good luck.","human_ref_B":"I agree with everyone else here.   A re-manufactured CV shaft with boot installed correctly is ~$60 a piece for a 2004 Elantra.    A boot alone is 15-$20 each. You will need $10 in solvent to clean the joints otherwise the grit left behind will continue to destroy the joint. You should properly dispose of the solvent and grease waste taking extra time. You will also need a $20 tool to tighten the bands on the new boots.     After all that add your time in. Lots of ways to save time and money doing the work yourself but CV boots never turn out to be one of them.    If its your first time you could end up spending $30 on rags and cleanup. Fouled axle grease is an absolute mess. The super fine ground particulate in addition to the grease stains almost everything and is near impossible to clean up without lots of solvent and brand new rags. No consumer or professional stain remover works well on dirty axle grease. Watch out for the old grease slung all over the inside of the wheel well and suspension.   Great that you took the effort to do the rest.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4383.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emncco0","c_root_id_B":"emnf8av","created_at_utc_A":1557152550,"created_at_utc_B":1557154377,"score_A":15,"score_B":18,"human_ref_A":"Be careful while turning, they can get a little sideways.","human_ref_B":"Watch out for crowds of people. GT's prey on crowds of people, especially at a car meet or Cars N Coffee.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1827.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emnlusq","c_root_id_B":"emni0ws","created_at_utc_A":1557158396,"created_at_utc_B":1557156105,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Crowds \/thread","human_ref_B":"Radar.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2291.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emnkzn2","c_root_id_B":"emnlusq","created_at_utc_A":1557157865,"created_at_utc_B":1557158396,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Try a Mustang specific forum, particularly by year\/generation.  That will be much more targeted.","human_ref_B":"Crowds \/thread","labels":0,"seconds_difference":531.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emobapv","c_root_id_B":"emni0ws","created_at_utc_A":1557173519,"created_at_utc_B":1557156105,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch out for me coming to humiliate your big V8 with a tiny 4 cylinder.","human_ref_B":"Radar.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17414.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emnkzn2","c_root_id_B":"emobapv","created_at_utc_A":1557157865,"created_at_utc_B":1557173519,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Try a Mustang specific forum, particularly by year\/generation.  That will be much more targeted.","human_ref_B":"Watch out for me coming to humiliate your big V8 with a tiny 4 cylinder.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":15654.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emobapv","c_root_id_B":"emnneml","created_at_utc_A":1557173519,"created_at_utc_B":1557159359,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch out for me coming to humiliate your big V8 with a tiny 4 cylinder.","human_ref_B":"\u201cAtleast they circled the problem\u201d haha jokes aside I\u2019ve heard good things about the car, a buddy has one!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14160.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"blch1k","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Just bought a new 1998 Mustang GT anything I should look out for? So I just bought a 98 GT and was wondering if any of you guys knew any common problems or things I should look out for on the car.","c_root_id_A":"emobapv","c_root_id_B":"emnnqkp","created_at_utc_A":1557173519,"created_at_utc_B":1557159569,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Watch out for me coming to humiliate your big V8 with a tiny 4 cylinder.","human_ref_B":"Just making you aware that there's a huge mustang car sub structure.  Just go to our mustang and look for SN95 in the right hand column.  Ask your question there will get treated seriously.  You could also ask it on mustang tech.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":13950.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2u9bfq","c_root_id_B":"h2u6bct","created_at_utc_A":1624500741,"created_at_utc_B":1624499186,"score_A":5,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you don't know much about cars, then this isn't the car for you. These can be fun if they run, but that is rarely the case. Not saying you can't keep a rotary car running, but it is def for a DIY person and not someone not into cars that way. You need tons of money to not only get that car going again, but keep running.","human_ref_B":"The engine's in rx7s and rx8s are rotary engines. Don't last as long as a mayfly if you take care of it like a piston engine. If it's what you want, go for it, but expect to put 4 grand into a rebuild because the Mazda reman units are dogshit.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1555.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2tpedr","c_root_id_B":"h2u9bfq","created_at_utc_A":1624490161,"created_at_utc_B":1624500741,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"The biggest thing is the rx-8 is a rotary engine. On paper they should be more reliable than a traditional engine, but if you don't keep up the maintenance then they end up being much worse. If he's saying it needs an engine its likely the apex seals on the rotors are seized\/damaged. If you have the know-how on pulling an engine, apex seals are relatively cheap and easy to replace, but because it's an engine out process it can be costly if you have someone else do it.   I had an rx-8 for a bit and it was a lot of fun to drive, but I bought it used and one of the seals was bad and for me it wasn't worth fixing.   Look up some videos on replacing apex seals and pulling that engine and then decide if you want to go from there. It's very likely the engine is still good, but seals need replaced.","human_ref_B":"If you don't know much about cars, then this isn't the car for you. These can be fun if they run, but that is rarely the case. Not saying you can't keep a rotary car running, but it is def for a DIY person and not someone not into cars that way. You need tons of money to not only get that car going again, but keep running.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10580.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2tsfjt","c_root_id_B":"h2u9bfq","created_at_utc_A":1624491795,"created_at_utc_B":1624500741,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"If the rest of the car seems good go for it but make sure you can at least find an engine to go in it first, otherwise you might just get stuck with a shell.","human_ref_B":"If you don't know much about cars, then this isn't the car for you. These can be fun if they run, but that is rarely the case. Not saying you can't keep a rotary car running, but it is def for a DIY person and not someone not into cars that way. You need tons of money to not only get that car going again, but keep running.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8946.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2u9bfq","c_root_id_B":"h2u8hf1","created_at_utc_A":1624500741,"created_at_utc_B":1624500313,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"If you don't know much about cars, then this isn't the car for you. These can be fun if they run, but that is rarely the case. Not saying you can't keep a rotary car running, but it is def for a DIY person and not someone not into cars that way. You need tons of money to not only get that car going again, but keep running.","human_ref_B":"Low compression sounds like an apex seal problem. If you feel like pulling the motor and doing it yourself, go ahead.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":428.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2u6bct","c_root_id_B":"h2tpedr","created_at_utc_A":1624499186,"created_at_utc_B":1624490161,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The engine's in rx7s and rx8s are rotary engines. Don't last as long as a mayfly if you take care of it like a piston engine. If it's what you want, go for it, but expect to put 4 grand into a rebuild because the Mazda reman units are dogshit.","human_ref_B":"The biggest thing is the rx-8 is a rotary engine. On paper they should be more reliable than a traditional engine, but if you don't keep up the maintenance then they end up being much worse. If he's saying it needs an engine its likely the apex seals on the rotors are seized\/damaged. If you have the know-how on pulling an engine, apex seals are relatively cheap and easy to replace, but because it's an engine out process it can be costly if you have someone else do it.   I had an rx-8 for a bit and it was a lot of fun to drive, but I bought it used and one of the seals was bad and for me it wasn't worth fixing.   Look up some videos on replacing apex seals and pulling that engine and then decide if you want to go from there. It's very likely the engine is still good, but seals need replaced.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9025.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2tsfjt","c_root_id_B":"h2u6bct","created_at_utc_A":1624491795,"created_at_utc_B":1624499186,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If the rest of the car seems good go for it but make sure you can at least find an engine to go in it first, otherwise you might just get stuck with a shell.","human_ref_B":"The engine's in rx7s and rx8s are rotary engines. Don't last as long as a mayfly if you take care of it like a piston engine. If it's what you want, go for it, but expect to put 4 grand into a rebuild because the Mazda reman units are dogshit.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7391.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2vhpwf","c_root_id_B":"h2tpedr","created_at_utc_A":1624534745,"created_at_utc_B":1624490161,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"No. Just no.","human_ref_B":"The biggest thing is the rx-8 is a rotary engine. On paper they should be more reliable than a traditional engine, but if you don't keep up the maintenance then they end up being much worse. If he's saying it needs an engine its likely the apex seals on the rotors are seized\/damaged. If you have the know-how on pulling an engine, apex seals are relatively cheap and easy to replace, but because it's an engine out process it can be costly if you have someone else do it.   I had an rx-8 for a bit and it was a lot of fun to drive, but I bought it used and one of the seals was bad and for me it wasn't worth fixing.   Look up some videos on replacing apex seals and pulling that engine and then decide if you want to go from there. It's very likely the engine is still good, but seals need replaced.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":44584.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2tsfjt","c_root_id_B":"h2vhpwf","created_at_utc_A":1624491795,"created_at_utc_B":1624534745,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If the rest of the car seems good go for it but make sure you can at least find an engine to go in it first, otherwise you might just get stuck with a shell.","human_ref_B":"No. Just no.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":42950.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"o6nvc9","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Need some advice on a 04 Mazda Rx-8 as a project car please? Thinking about getting a project car and im wondering if it's worth it. It's a 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Manual 6 speed. Everything is good to go except that it will turn on but won't run. Guy says it needs a new engine. The current one has low compression. He's selling to me for 800. I need a little more insight on if this is worth it? Is the replacement engine a hassle? Is the problem even the engine? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"h2vhpwf","c_root_id_B":"h2u8hf1","created_at_utc_A":1624534745,"created_at_utc_B":1624500313,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"No. Just no.","human_ref_B":"Low compression sounds like an apex seal problem. If you feel like pulling the motor and doing it yourself, go ahead.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":34432.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"qvd52d","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can gasoline turbo motors be as reliable as naturally aspirated motors? Me and a friend usually have this view that naturally aspirated motors have a tendency to last longer than turbocharged motors, possibly due to lower cylinder pressures. So, in theory it's better to get a V6 for a long term cwe than a turbo 4.  It might also be that turbo motors seem to have more issues, like with the EJ25 or Ecoboost motors.  Am I off base here?","c_root_id_A":"hkx4pxo","c_root_id_B":"hkx2r23","created_at_utc_A":1637106165,"created_at_utc_B":1637105312,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Also see new ecoboost drivers who don\u2019t understand LSPI and blow motors, then get online, OMG Motor blew up, like it wasn\u2019t their bad driving habits.","human_ref_B":"You should look at turbos as a consumable part.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":853.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"kkq7w2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Can the brake hydraulic system affect the clutch hydraulic system beyond sharing the resevoir? So I went to my car this morning and the pedal has no pressure whatsoever. I pulled out my vacuum pump kit and bled some air out of the system. Still only half pressure but I can't seem to get more air out. BUT after I pump BRAKE and the clutch pedal, pressure starts building up? What's wrong with my car? Could air in brake system somehow get into my clutch system?","c_root_id_A":"gh3upyg","c_root_id_B":"gh3x7n9","created_at_utc_A":1609019072,"created_at_utc_B":1609020548,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Theres alot of car models and manufacturers. Im sure someone will be able to help with if some more information is provided","human_ref_B":"What kind of car is this?  I've never owned or worked on a car that shared anything between these two systems.  It seems like a terrible idea, safety-wise to introduce anything that would offer another path for the brake system to leak. In a stick shift car, without brakes, one of the benefits is you have some shot at slowing the car by downshifting and engine braking, but not if that systems goes out too.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1476.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"j0d9u3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Better to buy a heavily used car with exhaustive extended warranty or slightly used car? Looking at buying a 10+ year old Prius well over 150k miles (past Manufacturer battery warranty) and getting an exhaustive extended warranty to cover any major issues I run into.   Is this better in the long run than buying a slightly newer used car or should I bite the bullet on a more expensive vehicle?","c_root_id_A":"g6qq2qn","c_root_id_B":"g6qroxd","created_at_utc_A":1601161485,"created_at_utc_B":1601162129,"score_A":5,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"I also say skip the warranty and just budget for a new battery,  they've gone down in price and are no longer as expensive as a good used car. They now cost the same as a junky old car.  But then again I'm in rural Iowa where you can find $1,000 cars and drive them for ten more years so...","human_ref_B":"Buy the better car, and not have the problems in the first place.   Because you better be ready for an argument every single time you try to make a claim with a 3rd party warranty.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":644.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"j0d9u3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Better to buy a heavily used car with exhaustive extended warranty or slightly used car? Looking at buying a 10+ year old Prius well over 150k miles (past Manufacturer battery warranty) and getting an exhaustive extended warranty to cover any major issues I run into.   Is this better in the long run than buying a slightly newer used car or should I bite the bullet on a more expensive vehicle?","c_root_id_A":"g6qroxd","c_root_id_B":"g6qii0z","created_at_utc_A":1601162129,"created_at_utc_B":1601158660,"score_A":12,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Buy the better car, and not have the problems in the first place.   Because you better be ready for an argument every single time you try to make a claim with a 3rd party warranty.","human_ref_B":"For gas cars I'd say to always avoid warranties as from most dealerships they're borderline scams protecting against only insane rare things like if the engine just combusted one day - so you never get the value out of the insurance unless you're kinda hoping that you have huge engine issues. But for an electric car with a battery IDK what kind of warranty they'd give. I'm 24 and have owned 5 different used cars that vary from 6-15 years old and never had 1 engine issue and am happy I never paid for any extra insurance. What kind of year are you talking for the cars you'd purchase?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3469.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"j0d9u3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"Better to buy a heavily used car with exhaustive extended warranty or slightly used car? Looking at buying a 10+ year old Prius well over 150k miles (past Manufacturer battery warranty) and getting an exhaustive extended warranty to cover any major issues I run into.   Is this better in the long run than buying a slightly newer used car or should I bite the bullet on a more expensive vehicle?","c_root_id_A":"g6qq2qn","c_root_id_B":"g6qii0z","created_at_utc_A":1601161485,"created_at_utc_B":1601158660,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I also say skip the warranty and just budget for a new battery,  they've gone down in price and are no longer as expensive as a good used car. They now cost the same as a junky old car.  But then again I'm in rural Iowa where you can find $1,000 cars and drive them for ten more years so...","human_ref_B":"For gas cars I'd say to always avoid warranties as from most dealerships they're borderline scams protecting against only insane rare things like if the engine just combusted one day - so you never get the value out of the insurance unless you're kinda hoping that you have huge engine issues. But for an electric car with a battery IDK what kind of warranty they'd give. I'm 24 and have owned 5 different used cars that vary from 6-15 years old and never had 1 engine issue and am happy I never paid for any extra insurance. What kind of year are you talking for the cars you'd purchase?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2825.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"hr057a","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Will adding water to hot car cause damage? Lada VAZ 2107 2009   Yesterday the belt came off and ofcourse the car heated and my radiator water\/coolant got empty. I parked and left it for the night, next day i fixed the belts, added water (Filling the bottle -which was already completely empty) and then started the engine , i didn't keep my eye on the radiator.I drove it for about 10-15 minutes, then stopped to but something (3 or 4 minutes with engine off) then i noticed that the radiator bottle only had like 1 cup of water(almost empty). Then without running engine i added 600ml of water that i had to the bottle, then started engine and drove off for 5nl minutes and parked it.  Will adding water to the radiator bottle with the car hot do damage ?(it wasnt running when adding water).","c_root_id_A":"fy1fqrt","c_root_id_B":"fy19f1j","created_at_utc_A":1594737219,"created_at_utc_B":1594733655,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Okay lots of bad advice in here from other posters.  First off just running water is an issue as Water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit. Most coolant is based on ethylene glycol, a form of alcohol that features a boiling point of 387 degrees Fahrenheit. So right off the bat just having water in your cooling system is not good. You need to flush the system and properly refill it with the correct mix of coolant.  Second big issue is your coolant doesn\u2019t just disappear as it\u2019s a sealed system. So where did the coolant go? Either you blew a hose or radiator, and lost coolant that way, which you really should have noticed. Or your engine is consuming it through a head gasket leak into your engine oil, or your engine is burning the coolant. Check your oil and see what it looks like, if it\u2019s like chocolate milk then your head gasket or head is cracked and leaking or into the oil. If that seems good you need to check and see if you are burning coolant. Start the vehicle and have someone rev the motor and look for smoke as they do it. Burnt coolant smells sweet.   Educated guess is your vehicle is not okay. You need to figure out what\u2019s going on.","human_ref_B":"Adding water won\u2019t damage anything however my concern would be where the coolant disappeared to. Even if it were overheating from lack of coolant circulation the fluid shouldn\u2019t just disappear","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3564.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"c5hyqn","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What type of Floor Jack do I need? Newbie to car maintenance here and am looking for a floor jack. I see 1.5 ton and 3 ton jacks advertised locally. Do I need a 3 ton jack?  I have a 2007 Toyota Yaris and a 2013 Nissan Quest.","c_root_id_A":"es210p4","c_root_id_B":"es1yrq8","created_at_utc_A":1561511047,"created_at_utc_B":1561509365,"score_A":11,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The Harbor Freight Daytona is supposed to be a rebranded snap on.","human_ref_B":"If you have a Costco membership get their jack. I think its a little over $100 but it's a great jack for the $$","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1682.0,"score_ratio":1.8333333333}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58cn2s","c_root_id_B":"d587wq9","created_at_utc_A":1468270140,"created_at_utc_B":1468263860,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"My girlfriend owns a '95 Acura GS-R--with 47k miles. In the three years she's owned it, she has *maybe* put on 8k. She's spent countless weekends wrenching, restoring & upgrading. And if she heads out to the garage with the wash pail and buffing compound, I know I'm probably going to have to arrange lunch and dinner both, because she's totally going to lose track of time and will forget that she needs to eat.   But then she goes and does stuff like this:  http:\/\/i.imgur.com\/PX68fuq.jpg  \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","human_ref_B":"Since I bought my second vehicle, I've only been driving my E36 M3 when there's no rain in the forecast or puddles on the road. It's well maintained for it's age, but has 173k miles. I drove it year-round for two years. I have no idea why I'm doing it...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6280.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58amng","c_root_id_B":"d58cn2s","created_at_utc_A":1468267458,"created_at_utc_B":1468270140,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I put about 5k miles\/year now on my play car...I don't like driving it in the rain and can't when it snows (which isn't often where I live). It has 126k miles on it now for a 12 year old car. I'm the only owner so I had fun putting those miles on it. With that said, my daily is also fun, which is a year old and already has 29K miles. I like driving...    Reminds me of that article about the P1 owner who daily drives it. I like his style.","human_ref_B":"My girlfriend owns a '95 Acura GS-R--with 47k miles. In the three years she's owned it, she has *maybe* put on 8k. She's spent countless weekends wrenching, restoring & upgrading. And if she heads out to the garage with the wash pail and buffing compound, I know I'm probably going to have to arrange lunch and dinner both, because she's totally going to lose track of time and will forget that she needs to eat.   But then she goes and does stuff like this:  http:\/\/i.imgur.com\/PX68fuq.jpg  \u00af\\\\\\_(\u30c4)_\/\u00af","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2682.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58jost","c_root_id_B":"d587wq9","created_at_utc_A":1468280626,"created_at_utc_B":1468263860,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I usually only drive my '81 Delorean on Saturdays to a local car show, but everytime I sit in it all those nagging voices in the back of my head go away, and for a short time I am unconditionally relaxed and happy.","human_ref_B":"Since I bought my second vehicle, I've only been driving my E36 M3 when there's no rain in the forecast or puddles on the road. It's well maintained for it's age, but has 173k miles. I drove it year-round for two years. I have no idea why I'm doing it...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":16766.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58amng","c_root_id_B":"d58jost","created_at_utc_A":1468267458,"created_at_utc_B":1468280626,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"I put about 5k miles\/year now on my play car...I don't like driving it in the rain and can't when it snows (which isn't often where I live). It has 126k miles on it now for a 12 year old car. I'm the only owner so I had fun putting those miles on it. With that said, my daily is also fun, which is a year old and already has 29K miles. I like driving...    Reminds me of that article about the P1 owner who daily drives it. I like his style.","human_ref_B":"I usually only drive my '81 Delorean on Saturdays to a local car show, but everytime I sit in it all those nagging voices in the back of my head go away, and for a short time I am unconditionally relaxed and happy.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13168.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58jost","c_root_id_B":"d58go4f","created_at_utc_A":1468280626,"created_at_utc_B":1468275933,"score_A":7,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I usually only drive my '81 Delorean on Saturdays to a local car show, but everytime I sit in it all those nagging voices in the back of my head go away, and for a short time I am unconditionally relaxed and happy.","human_ref_B":"my 240 is track only. I only get to drive it a handful of times a year.   I spend hundreds of dollars per event and thousands of dollars on it yearly for hardly any use  I love it, and enjoy the shit out of it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4693.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58lp9s","c_root_id_B":"d587wq9","created_at_utc_A":1468283891,"created_at_utc_B":1468263860,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"How rare is rarely? I drive the NSX on average 2-3 times a month during the summer and maybe once every 2 months in the winter, plus some road trips.  Maybe 1500 miles a year.  That said, I'll never NOT drive it for fear of putting on miles or wear and tear.","human_ref_B":"Since I bought my second vehicle, I've only been driving my E36 M3 when there's no rain in the forecast or puddles on the road. It's well maintained for it's age, but has 173k miles. I drove it year-round for two years. I have no idea why I'm doing it...","labels":1,"seconds_difference":20031.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58amng","c_root_id_B":"d58lp9s","created_at_utc_A":1468267458,"created_at_utc_B":1468283891,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I put about 5k miles\/year now on my play car...I don't like driving it in the rain and can't when it snows (which isn't often where I live). It has 126k miles on it now for a 12 year old car. I'm the only owner so I had fun putting those miles on it. With that said, my daily is also fun, which is a year old and already has 29K miles. I like driving...    Reminds me of that article about the P1 owner who daily drives it. I like his style.","human_ref_B":"How rare is rarely? I drive the NSX on average 2-3 times a month during the summer and maybe once every 2 months in the winter, plus some road trips.  Maybe 1500 miles a year.  That said, I'll never NOT drive it for fear of putting on miles or wear and tear.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":16433.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"4sckk6","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.81,"history":"Do you guys who rarely drive your play cars actually enjoy owning them? I have an outback, and a miata. In the winter I drive the outback, and in the summer I drive the miata whenever I don't need the hauling space of the outback. My philosophy is that my car is not rare, so there is no point in \"saving\" it. I own it, and it is fun to drive, so I drive it.   I have some friends, though, who also have non-rare summer cars, but they baby them like crazy, rarely drive them, and refuse to take them anywhere they might have to park under trees.   They have a lot more money tied up in their fun cars than I do, so I can understand taking good care of it, or being a little careful, but what is the point of dropping $40k on a car just to drive it 500 miles a year?   So I guess my question is: Do you guys who \"keep the miles low\" or whatever enjoy your cars in some other way than I do, or do you just ration your enjoyment for some reason?","c_root_id_A":"d58go4f","c_root_id_B":"d58lp9s","created_at_utc_A":1468275933,"created_at_utc_B":1468283891,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"my 240 is track only. I only get to drive it a handful of times a year.   I spend hundreds of dollars per event and thousands of dollars on it yearly for hardly any use  I love it, and enjoy the shit out of it.","human_ref_B":"How rare is rarely? I drive the NSX on average 2-3 times a month during the summer and maybe once every 2 months in the winter, plus some road trips.  Maybe 1500 miles a year.  That said, I'll never NOT drive it for fear of putting on miles or wear and tear.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7958.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"pf8pd7","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"What is wrong with my tire? I noticed these two spots across the side of the tire, where it's somewhat pushed in.  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/OiyxJuf.jpg  https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/q2L4DnX.jpg  Does it mean the internal structure of the tire was compromised? Or is it OK?  The pressure is 35 psi.","c_root_id_A":"hb3ern4","c_root_id_B":"hb3ce9u","created_at_utc_A":1630437818,"created_at_utc_B":1630436750,"score_A":8,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Those are normal marks from where the tires belting overlaps at the splice around the tire. They show up as indentations when you inflate the tire because the overlapped areas are stiffer than the rest of the sidewalls and don't expand as far under pressure. Sort of like the indentation of a pants waistband when you are finished at Thanksgiving dinner...","human_ref_B":"As long as it's not bulging *outward*, you're okay.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1068.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"51ptt0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"What are some fun, cheap and easy mods for someone with little experience? Hey guys, so a couple of months ago i got my first car (yay), Its a 2007 Subaru Forester.  Plus i live in Australia so some mods may have questionable legality.","c_root_id_A":"d7dx570","c_root_id_B":"d7dwzez","created_at_utc_A":1473318547,"created_at_utc_B":1473318055,"score_A":13,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Fellow Australian here. Best not to do any big mods on your daily driver, let alone a first car that may have been cheap or not in tip-top condition. I am still on my first car and the only thing I've done is a pod air filter because it sounds nice. I plan on a nice set of wheels and some interior comfort stuff. It's better for you now to just focus on keeping your car fully maintained and fixing any small issues before they become big issues.","human_ref_B":"Wheels, tires, shocks, springs, intake, exhaust, sway bars and whatever cosmetic stuff floats your boat.    Disclaimer: depending on how far you go with these things some people may call you a ricer. Ignore them and do what makes you happiest","labels":1,"seconds_difference":492.0,"score_ratio":1.8571428571}
{"post_id":"6gb03w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How Did You Guys Get Over the Fear of Hills in a Manual Car?","c_root_id_A":"dip28o5","c_root_id_B":"dioy0hb","created_at_utc_A":1497049318,"created_at_utc_B":1497043689,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Live somewhere with no hills? \ud83d\ude02","human_ref_B":"You just gotta do it. The more you do, the easier it gets. Use the handbrake if you want, but you don't really need to use it, at least in my experience.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5629.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"6gb03w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How Did You Guys Get Over the Fear of Hills in a Manual Car?","c_root_id_A":"dioz5y8","c_root_id_B":"dip28o5","created_at_utc_A":1497045164,"created_at_utc_B":1497049318,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I did all my driving lessons when i was 17 and we spent a full lesson just doing hill starts and manoeuvres. Pretty much got used to it straight away after that lesson.  If you're still struggling find a quiet hill and practice, practice, practice.","human_ref_B":"Live somewhere with no hills? \ud83d\ude02","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4154.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"6gb03w","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How Did You Guys Get Over the Fear of Hills in a Manual Car?","c_root_id_A":"dip0i2d","c_root_id_B":"dip28o5","created_at_utc_A":1497046926,"created_at_utc_B":1497049318,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I don't fear anything.  Problem solved.","human_ref_B":"Live somewhere with no hills? \ud83d\ude02","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2392.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"yasade","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Why is my 2006 Chevy Equinox overheating? I have a 2006 chevrolet Equinox. I have had the thermostat and fans replaced. Coolant checked. It does not overheat while on idle but when driving down the road it will jump up and down then shoot to hot quick. My mechanic says it is probably a head gasket but also in the next breath told me he could sell me another car. Wants to charge me an arm and a leg to change out head gasket or give me a goood deal on this other car. Im a woman with a bed ridden husband who cant help or check it out. I just dont want to get screwed over by some mechanic that sees a woman alone and decides he can talk me into getting rid of his problem. \"New\" car needs some things done to it and he says he will give me a good price on fixng the car he wants to sell. Just wondering if there is something I can fix and he is just gaslighting me?","c_root_id_A":"itcm7j1","c_root_id_B":"itcsasf","created_at_utc_A":1666457457,"created_at_utc_B":1666459944,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"What did you find when you checked the coolant levels? Where they low, and you refilled? Or was the coolant level fine?","human_ref_B":"I'd skip the reddit guesses and get a second opinion from another mechanic. Whatever anyone says in here, right or wrong, that's gotta be your next step regardless.  Maybe your mechanic is right, but you're correct to be skeptical under the circumstances. It could be a serious issue, it could be something very simple like low coolant or air in the system that needs bleeding.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2487.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"8ork1n","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"What would you pay for a 2016 Corolla 85k miles? Found at a local dealer and it is in really good condition with only a few scratches on the bumper it's the LE edition.  They are asking $10,500 I know very little about cars so I was just looking for input. Thanks!","c_root_id_A":"e05m29r","c_root_id_B":"e05lbhv","created_at_utc_A":1528214486,"created_at_utc_B":1528213834,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Suggest you check Kelly Blue Book (KBB.com) for a price range.","human_ref_B":"As long as those scratches aren't too bad, ie. Just paint and not down to primer or metal, that's about what they are worth.   Just doing a quick look at Autotrader in my area (Ontario, Canada), they go for about 12k-14k CAD for Corollas with 30-80k KILOMETERS.   Just do a little light shopping around your area. If you can pick one up for 9k, 50 miles away, you might as well.   That's my 2 cents!   *Edit* 30k to 80k kilometers is approximately 20k to 50k Miles. I'd take another look around. I feel like with the dollar difference, and the fact it has 85k *miles*, I'd think you can find it cheaper.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":652.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"eliv1gb","c_root_id_B":"elivnra","created_at_utc_A":1555966599,"created_at_utc_B":1555966991,"score_A":4,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"Honda S660, Renault Twizzy, and the Ford Flex for me.","human_ref_B":"One of my dream projects is to install the full AWD, turbocharged driveline from a Nissan Pulsar GTiR into a US-spec second generation Nissan Pulsar NX (called and EXA in the rest of the world because reasons).  Another dream project I read about somewhere would mount that awesome Ford GT350 flat-plane V8 rear-mid in a Transit Connect van. It would have to be called a 'Transit SHOnnect'.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":392.0,"score_ratio":3.25}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"elj0i0j","c_root_id_B":"eliv1gb","created_at_utc_A":1555970242,"created_at_utc_B":1555966599,"score_A":9,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"K series CR-Z.  200hp 8k screamer with a 6 speed. Lightweight, stiff chassis with Type R treatment.   They fucking missed the boat not offering a K series performance variant.","human_ref_B":"Honda S660, Renault Twizzy, and the Ford Flex for me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3643.0,"score_ratio":2.25}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"eliv1gb","c_root_id_B":"elj48lr","created_at_utc_A":1555966599,"created_at_utc_B":1555973008,"score_A":4,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Honda S660, Renault Twizzy, and the Ford Flex for me.","human_ref_B":"I always thought a mazdaspeed2 would be hilarious. 260 up in a 2300 lb fwd car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6409.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"elj4x0g","c_root_id_B":"elja8g2","created_at_utc_A":1555973533,"created_at_utc_B":1555977709,"score_A":5,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Mid-engined, Hellcrate powered Chrysler Pacifica.","human_ref_B":"Let's not forget about the Dodge Viper pickup","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4176.0,"score_ratio":1.4}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"elja8g2","c_root_id_B":"eliv1gb","created_at_utc_A":1555977709,"created_at_utc_B":1555966599,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Let's not forget about the Dodge Viper pickup","human_ref_B":"Honda S660, Renault Twizzy, and the Ford Flex for me.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":11110.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"elj99dn","c_root_id_B":"elja8g2","created_at_utc_A":1555976942,"created_at_utc_B":1555977709,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"1985 Celica Supra swapped with a 1LR-GUE from the Lexus LFA, probably bolted to the V160 6 speed out of the MK4 Supra.  &#x200B;  If I ever win the lottery it's fucking happening","human_ref_B":"Let's not forget about the Dodge Viper pickup","labels":0,"seconds_difference":767.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"bg6tqq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"What stupid cars would you like to see get the Juke GTR\/Golf W12 treatment?","c_root_id_A":"eliv1gb","c_root_id_B":"elj4x0g","created_at_utc_A":1555966599,"created_at_utc_B":1555973533,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Honda S660, Renault Twizzy, and the Ford Flex for me.","human_ref_B":"Mid-engined, Hellcrate powered Chrysler Pacifica.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6934.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"k2fvjk","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is there any bad effects if you left your car in the sun for too long on hot days? (30\u00b0C+ to be exact)","c_root_id_A":"gdtxwuu","c_root_id_B":"gdtx1vu","created_at_utc_A":1606533879,"created_at_utc_B":1606533308,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yes, but also no.  The paint of a car will deteriorate on very sunny or hot days.  However, that's the kind of thing to be concerned with if you leave it outside every day, not the occasional day. It's the kind of thing that develops over a decade, not a weekend.   The interior can also see the same kind of damage over time.  The plastics might crack or have slight color changes.  Again, it's a long term kind of issue, not a now and then issue.  Now if you live somewhere with a lot of suns, you'd be much more conserned.  If you lived in a warm climate it's a bigger issue.  Since you mention 30 C as being hot, I assume you you live somewhere like where I live as we'd consider that a hot day as well.  Given that those kinds of temperatures are not sustained for long periods of time it doesn't really do much damage to the car.  I've never garaged my car and the paint looks fine on my 2009 (eastern Canada).  Road salt is a MUCH worse enemy where I come from. Unless the car is going to see multiple month-long stretches of 35-40, every year, it's not really that big a deal.","human_ref_B":"Yes, primarily UV degradation of the paint and any exposed rubber. Interior plastics will also be degraded.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":571.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"50icbq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"How worried should I be about buying a Subaru with 180xxx miles but head gasket hasn't been done yet?","c_root_id_A":"d74j561","c_root_id_B":"d74ohqs","created_at_utc_A":1472677276,"created_at_utc_B":1472684713,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I would be concerned. Bought a first generation Forester awhile back with 17X,000 miles. Assumed that the head gasket must have been done by that point.... It blew just a couple thousand miles later. You live, you learn.   Edit: the comment made about the specific cars with those issues is correct. I was assuming your vehicle was of that vintage.","human_ref_B":"I have a 2000 legacy outback with a 2.5 EJ252. 180,000km. My head gasket is leaking oil but it's not a super big problem. The amount of oil lost isn't noticeable on the dip stick. Also leaking coolant too.. But it's not an issue.   My valve covers on the other hand.. Leaking oil into my spark plug hole.. So I have to replace those Saturday.   Check for piston slap and any axle click because in my experience the driver front axle boot always rips and clicks after a couple months.   Any other questions.. Pm me. I'm a mechanic, I'll try my best to help.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7437.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"6b6yg2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it possible to \"warp\" a disc brake rotor by over torquing lug nuts? Just want to know if that is conceivably possible. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"dhkdbif","c_root_id_B":"dhkm1ua","created_at_utc_A":1494809645,"created_at_utc_B":1494823404,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"You would have to torque them so much that the wheel crushes the rotor tophat against the hub deforming it and causing the friction area to mis-align.  So basically, the stud will snap first.","human_ref_B":"It's more a matter of not tightening them in the correct pattern and not stepping the torque up over a few times around the pattern.  Uneven torque also causes issues.   Not all rotors are the sandwich type but incorrectly tightening them (not nessasarly over torquing) them can certainly damage them.   I've even had it after a annual state inspection.   Non professional link. But its something to read. http:\/\/www.ehow.com\/about_5672302_over_torque-warp-brake-rotor_.html","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13759.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"6b6yg2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it possible to \"warp\" a disc brake rotor by over torquing lug nuts? Just want to know if that is conceivably possible. Thanks","c_root_id_A":"dhkvn06","c_root_id_B":"dhkdbif","created_at_utc_A":1494848712,"created_at_utc_B":1494809645,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"It's possible but relatively improbable. You're much more likely to experience other types of damage from over-torquing before experience warping. Like damage to the wheel, broken studs, or even cracking the top hot on the rotor. How positive are you that there is warping? If there is warping, it's much more likely to be caused by over heating. If there's noise and vibration and you aren't positive it is warping, it could very well be the caliper.","human_ref_B":"You would have to torque them so much that the wheel crushes the rotor tophat against the hub deforming it and causing the friction area to mis-align.  So basically, the stud will snap first.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":39067.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4s74e2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Have Mercedes and BMW abandoned the engine size being in the model no? I noticed this looking at some late models: the n18 is no longer a 1.8l etc.   They are in the power\/torque band but have smaller engines.   Is this new or have I always wrongly assumed this?","c_root_id_A":"d578ght","c_root_id_B":"d573tfu","created_at_utc_A":1468194292,"created_at_utc_B":1468186639,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yes they have.  With turbo chargers offering more power at lower displacements the model numbers no longer correlate to engine displacement.  They retain the same model numbers most likely to avoid consumer confusion.  Example, My 13 E550 has a 4.7L Biturbo instead of the 5.5L NA engine.  Still badged as 550 to avoid confusion with consumers who don't know and would think an E470 would be a less powerful car than an E550.","human_ref_B":"Are you talking about car model names or names of engine designations?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7653.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ool2nl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Benefits & drawbacks of putting 10w30 oil in a 5w20-rated engine? Long story short, I have a compact vehicle with high mileage and an old engine. I've been noticing that it burns through engine oil very quickly, so I was recommended by a mechanic to use thicker engine oils to alleviate this problem.  However, my understanding is that thicker oils are harder to pump throughout the engine and takes longer to get to all those nooks and crannies, the combination of which not only decreases mileage but also shortens engine lifespan.  I use my car to get to and from work every day - roughly an 80 km commute - so I'd rather not sacrifice mileage, especially with today's exorbitant gas prices. Anyone on Reddit with a little bit of expertise in this field...?","c_root_id_A":"h60151q","c_root_id_B":"h5zz2i5","created_at_utc_A":1626874081,"created_at_utc_B":1626873027,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Get an oil stabilizer instead. I start using Lucas on all my beat up rigs once it starts burning oil.   It basically does the same thing, just does a better job of it.","human_ref_B":"I seriously doubt you'll see a measurable difference in fuel economy from a viscosity change of only 10.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1054.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ool2nl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Benefits & drawbacks of putting 10w30 oil in a 5w20-rated engine? Long story short, I have a compact vehicle with high mileage and an old engine. I've been noticing that it burns through engine oil very quickly, so I was recommended by a mechanic to use thicker engine oils to alleviate this problem.  However, my understanding is that thicker oils are harder to pump throughout the engine and takes longer to get to all those nooks and crannies, the combination of which not only decreases mileage but also shortens engine lifespan.  I use my car to get to and from work every day - roughly an 80 km commute - so I'd rather not sacrifice mileage, especially with today's exorbitant gas prices. Anyone on Reddit with a little bit of expertise in this field...?","c_root_id_A":"h5zz2i5","c_root_id_B":"h5zrj76","created_at_utc_A":1626873027,"created_at_utc_B":1626868657,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I seriously doubt you'll see a measurable difference in fuel economy from a viscosity change of only 10.","human_ref_B":"sounds like a good idea to start using thicker oil now. The tolerances and specifications inside the engine aren't as tight as they used to be and it will help with the burning oil as well. maybe add a bottle of Lucas oil stabilizer","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4370.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ool2nl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.99,"history":"Benefits & drawbacks of putting 10w30 oil in a 5w20-rated engine? Long story short, I have a compact vehicle with high mileage and an old engine. I've been noticing that it burns through engine oil very quickly, so I was recommended by a mechanic to use thicker engine oils to alleviate this problem.  However, my understanding is that thicker oils are harder to pump throughout the engine and takes longer to get to all those nooks and crannies, the combination of which not only decreases mileage but also shortens engine lifespan.  I use my car to get to and from work every day - roughly an 80 km commute - so I'd rather not sacrifice mileage, especially with today's exorbitant gas prices. Anyone on Reddit with a little bit of expertise in this field...?","c_root_id_A":"h5zrj76","c_root_id_B":"h60151q","created_at_utc_A":1626868657,"created_at_utc_B":1626874081,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"sounds like a good idea to start using thicker oil now. The tolerances and specifications inside the engine aren't as tight as they used to be and it will help with the burning oil as well. maybe add a bottle of Lucas oil stabilizer","human_ref_B":"Get an oil stabilizer instead. I start using Lucas on all my beat up rigs once it starts burning oil.   It basically does the same thing, just does a better job of it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5424.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"llynys","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Is my CVT worth replacing? I have a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the transmission started slipping at about 160k miles. I spoke with a mechanic and they said it is about $3500-$4800 to fix. Would it be worth it to fix it or just to trade it in?","c_root_id_A":"gnsdyo6","c_root_id_B":"gns7jpc","created_at_utc_A":1613584364,"created_at_utc_B":1613581762,"score_A":12,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"At 160k miles with a Nissan Rogue with broken transmission belongs in the scrapyard. It\u2019s not worth paying to have it fixed.","human_ref_B":"I've had a lot of issues with CVT vehicles. Went back to driving the standard auto for Toyotas (2007) and personally much rather prefer manual transmissions which are a lot easier to fix, understand, and maintain.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2602.0,"score_ratio":2.4}
{"post_id":"llynys","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Is my CVT worth replacing? I have a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the transmission started slipping at about 160k miles. I spoke with a mechanic and they said it is about $3500-$4800 to fix. Would it be worth it to fix it or just to trade it in?","c_root_id_A":"gnsm7ip","c_root_id_B":"gns7jpc","created_at_utc_A":1613587940,"created_at_utc_B":1613581762,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Nope. Like others have said that Nissan is too far at the end of its life to justify spending that much. If it were me, I\u2019d spend the cost of repairs towards a down payment or lump some for a more reliable vehicle. Consider moving from the Nissan brand as well because there are just so many better options out there (Honda, Toyota) if you wanna stay Japanese.","human_ref_B":"I've had a lot of issues with CVT vehicles. Went back to driving the standard auto for Toyotas (2007) and personally much rather prefer manual transmissions which are a lot easier to fix, understand, and maintain.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6178.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"llynys","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"Is my CVT worth replacing? I have a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the transmission started slipping at about 160k miles. I spoke with a mechanic and they said it is about $3500-$4800 to fix. Would it be worth it to fix it or just to trade it in?","c_root_id_A":"gnsm7ip","c_root_id_B":"gnsge6l","created_at_utc_A":1613587940,"created_at_utc_B":1613585361,"score_A":6,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Nope. Like others have said that Nissan is too far at the end of its life to justify spending that much. If it were me, I\u2019d spend the cost of repairs towards a down payment or lump some for a more reliable vehicle. Consider moving from the Nissan brand as well because there are just so many better options out there (Honda, Toyota) if you wanna stay Japanese.","human_ref_B":"Don\u2019t do it. The only reason I fixed my 2014 Nissan Sentra at 96k miles was because I wasn\u2019t paying for it.  Tbh if I was out of warranty, I\u2019d have gotten rid of it.  It\u2019s not worth it. Also it\u2019s still giving me issues here and there, so it\u2019s not worth it in my opinion.   Just my two cents. Good luck with your decision.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2579.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"70maw8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Car wouldn't move when I pressed the gas, but turned the steering wheel instead. Any ideas? So I replaced my control arm a few days ago, and had an allignment done today. However when curbside parking today, I had an extremely weird experience.  I was inching forward then my car suddenly stopped, as if someone slammed on the brakes. I pressed the gas to move forward, but my car wouldn't move an inch. Instead, the steering wheel began turning clockwise. When I stopped pressing the gas the wheel stopped, but resumed when I pressed the gas again.   I turned my car off then on again, and suddenly it had no problem.   Any ideas?","c_root_id_A":"dn49lix","c_root_id_B":"dn48wg2","created_at_utc_A":1505638387,"created_at_utc_B":1505636196,"score_A":25,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like your front right brake locked up.","human_ref_B":"That's what happens when the front wheels run into the curb, no? It sounds like it, anyway.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2191.0,"score_ratio":5.0}
{"post_id":"j6cikr","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Difference between 235\/45 R17 and 225\/45 R17 tires? I have called about 3 places trying to find used 235 tires and they keep telling me they are rare to come by. But they tell me they have 225. Is there a a huge difference and can I use the 225 with no problem?","c_root_id_A":"g7xnsuv","c_root_id_B":"g7xmqoa","created_at_utc_A":1602016423,"created_at_utc_B":1602015901,"score_A":11,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I just searched for 235\/45\/17 on Tirerack.com and got 93 results.  Any locally owned tire shop should be willing to mount\/balance and Tirerack typically delivers in 2 days.","human_ref_B":"225s are about 10mm narrower and slightly shorter.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":522.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"9o3qym","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I have a car with front tires,both have uneven wear with heavier wear on outer side. Is it the camber gone bad?","c_root_id_A":"e7s3yke","c_root_id_B":"e7rxeqb","created_at_utc_A":1539564256,"created_at_utc_B":1539557812,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Toe in can cause this as well as negative camber. Bottom line, it needs an alignment.","human_ref_B":"Do you slow down for turns?  My summer tires have this wear, but winter tires wear evenly.  It's not an alignment issue in my case, just a result of driving style.   If you have a reserved driving style and still get this wear, have your alignment checked.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6444.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"9o3qym","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"I have a car with front tires,both have uneven wear with heavier wear on outer side. Is it the camber gone bad?","c_root_id_A":"e7s3yke","c_root_id_B":"e7rxpkh","created_at_utc_A":1539564256,"created_at_utc_B":1539558107,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Toe in can cause this as well as negative camber. Bottom line, it needs an alignment.","human_ref_B":"If they're both worn on the outer side then the wheels are probably cambered out (positive camber). The fix is to have it aligned at an alignment shop.  However, there could be other problems, like worn\/loose joints or bushings or a bent control arm, (the alignment shop should see any of those), or underinflated tires (shows heavier wear on both shoulders of the tire).","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6149.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"sdvqm3","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"What do I do about my wheel bearings? Hi! I know little to nothing about cars so I was wondering if I could get a little info and help\/ advice from you guys.  I drive a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage. I got the new car in October 2020. My mileage is just over 10k, I don't really drive too often. The longest drive it's done is from the dealership to my house lol.  On a drive around the city, I noticed that my car had become louder than usual. There was a free checkup for cars from that dealership in my city, so I didn't miss that opportunity. The mechanic had said that both of my front wheel bearings needed replacement, which is what my dad had also said when I described to him my car problem. I asked him whether it would be replaced under the 5 year warranty and he told me that it wouldn't be. I was surprised. On top of my monthly fees for the car, I'd have to pay for the replacement of both front wheel bearings. I do normal city drives and have had no history of an accident, so it's not my fault that they're faulty, right? How did they even become faulty? I thought it was through wear over time - 1 year with a just over a 10k mileage doesn't seem like enough. And how long am I able to drive for before they need to be replaced? Is it best to replace them asap?","c_root_id_A":"hufdsij","c_root_id_B":"hufdzv7","created_at_utc_A":1643283487,"created_at_utc_B":1643283629,"score_A":8,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"That is strange, wheel bearings don\u2019t typically go out that quick, they should last a lot longer. I would get a second opinion, better yet, I would get multiple opinions elsewhere. Do you mind describing the symptoms?","human_ref_B":"Go to a different dealer \"axle bearings\" are listed as a covered item in the warranty.    owners warranty","labels":0,"seconds_difference":142.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"uz023f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Will a dealer swap seats on a new car? Will a dealer swap out seats in a car? Say I want to buy a sportier car that has those \"race-inspired\" seats. I'm a big guy and can't get comfortable in those things. Will the dealer swap out those fancy seats for plain ones?","c_root_id_A":"ia7hr8q","c_root_id_B":"ia7805f","created_at_utc_A":1653667550,"created_at_utc_B":1653663549,"score_A":7,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Maybe.  Depends on the dealer and depends on the car.","human_ref_B":"No","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4001.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"uz023f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Will a dealer swap seats on a new car? Will a dealer swap out seats in a car? Say I want to buy a sportier car that has those \"race-inspired\" seats. I'm a big guy and can't get comfortable in those things. Will the dealer swap out those fancy seats for plain ones?","c_root_id_A":"ia8n2k6","c_root_id_B":"ia8rkuz","created_at_utc_A":1653685522,"created_at_utc_B":1653687680,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Assuming it\u2019s new, you\u2019d be surprised what they do for you. Audi put manual cloth seats in to a top of the line leather-only model for our CEO a while back","human_ref_B":"A lot of people are saying no, but that might not be the case. It redwoods on the car and situation. If you're buying the sport trim of an already higher priced car and you know the base trim has different seats, they might do it. If you're buying something like a Corolla, probably not. The more expensive the car, the more they value your purchase and the further they'll be willing to go for you.  You may also run into them doing it only if you purchase the new seats on top of the car and pay for labor. Which youight as well have done somewhere else. Like others said though, if you want seats the car isn't even built with, they won't do it for safety and liability reasons.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2158.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"uz023f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Will a dealer swap seats on a new car? Will a dealer swap out seats in a car? Say I want to buy a sportier car that has those \"race-inspired\" seats. I'm a big guy and can't get comfortable in those things. Will the dealer swap out those fancy seats for plain ones?","c_root_id_A":"ia7ilv3","c_root_id_B":"ia8n2k6","created_at_utc_A":1653667898,"created_at_utc_B":1653685522,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Not likely. If the sportier car offers different seat options, they\u2019ll just steer you towards whatever that trim is.","human_ref_B":"Assuming it\u2019s new, you\u2019d be surprised what they do for you. Audi put manual cloth seats in to a top of the line leather-only model for our CEO a while back","labels":0,"seconds_difference":17624.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"uz023f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Will a dealer swap seats on a new car? Will a dealer swap out seats in a car? Say I want to buy a sportier car that has those \"race-inspired\" seats. I'm a big guy and can't get comfortable in those things. Will the dealer swap out those fancy seats for plain ones?","c_root_id_A":"ia7ilv3","c_root_id_B":"ia8rkuz","created_at_utc_A":1653667898,"created_at_utc_B":1653687680,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Not likely. If the sportier car offers different seat options, they\u2019ll just steer you towards whatever that trim is.","human_ref_B":"A lot of people are saying no, but that might not be the case. It redwoods on the car and situation. If you're buying the sport trim of an already higher priced car and you know the base trim has different seats, they might do it. If you're buying something like a Corolla, probably not. The more expensive the car, the more they value your purchase and the further they'll be willing to go for you.  You may also run into them doing it only if you purchase the new seats on top of the car and pay for labor. Which youight as well have done somewhere else. Like others said though, if you want seats the car isn't even built with, they won't do it for safety and liability reasons.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19782.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"i2c5c8","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Is my car just dead or are there more problems? Hey guys, I left my car unattended for 2 months and when I came back, none of the buttons or engine worked and it didn\u2019t even register that I was trying to start the engine. Does this sound like a jump could fix it? Or are the problems more than that?","c_root_id_A":"g04cp65","c_root_id_B":"g04ao4c","created_at_utc_A":1596388545,"created_at_utc_B":1596387554,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Your battery died while it was parked. Either because its near the end of its life or you have a parasitic draw or both (the latter leads to the former). Jump it, let it idle for 15-20 minutes and then shut it down. Wait another ten minutes and try to start it. If it doesn't start your battery kicked the bucket. If it does start, Try again in a couple hours, if starts right up, you're battery is fine. If it doesn't, you have a parasitic draw, and the battery may now be less than reliable.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like it's time for a new battery","labels":1,"seconds_difference":991.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"dljno2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Considering selling my 2014 Subaru WRX hatch, what cars should I consider purchasing? After owning the WRX for nearly six years and putting slightly less than 60,000 miles on the car, I've grown to hate its quirks. I really like the idea of a fast hatch-- though the only one I'm aware of is the Golf R\/GTI-- but am also considering a crossover or small SUV-- I've test driven a Porsche Macan and my wife owns a 2017 BMW X3. What are your recommendations?","c_root_id_A":"f4qzjy5","c_root_id_B":"f4qxvmz","created_at_utc_A":1571760447,"created_at_utc_B":1571759739,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Trying something good this time....  But seriously Macan before a Golf and drive a Focus RS if you haven't yet. It's sincerely the best little hatch I've ever driven.","human_ref_B":"Civic Type R, Focus RS?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":708.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"m57o3h","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Maintain my sugar baby or acquire a low mileage whip? Ok, I'll keep it as short and sweet for you guys as possible.  My current ride is a 2010 BMW 328i (6 speed manual, awd, inline 6) with 165k Km on it. Since I bought it in 2019 it's been quite the money pit as I am a 20 year old part-time student pilot living on my own in Vancouver. I love this car and it runs good but maintenance is as costly as you can expect for an aging E90.  Pretty soon I am expecting an influx of cash ($15k CAD) and am wondering if I should sell my beamer for something that is cheaper on gas, maintenance and is dependable in the long haul. I'm looking at a 2017 Honda Accord Coupe (manual, fwd, V6) with 22k Km for $21,000 CAD.  Insurance is a factor as I pay a premium due to an (at fault) accident in the past 3 years. A newer coupe will not be cheap either (currently playing $400\/mo).  What do you guys think is the smartest move here?","c_root_id_A":"gqz1yqt","c_root_id_B":"gqz2a3x","created_at_utc_A":1615775943,"created_at_utc_B":1615776136,"score_A":5,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"\"part time student living on my own in Vancouver\"  Dude, sell the Bimmer and get a Honda or Toyota already... It will be more boring, but it will make up for that in spades with reliability and economy. If you can find a \"sporty\" version (Corolla S, for example) you can try and offset the boring part a bit.","human_ref_B":"Don't listen to these jabronies. Keep the BMW. There's plenty of time to be boring when you're dead","labels":0,"seconds_difference":193.0,"score_ratio":1.8}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h707zgy","c_root_id_B":"h708kw5","created_at_utc_A":1627593825,"created_at_utc_B":1627594081,"score_A":2,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s not gonna wreck your motor instantly or anything, but I\u2019d advise reducing back to 4L. The main question is how much the engine has been used since, as the max line is based on considering the oil expands when it heats up.  Keep a feel out for the throttle and any odd sounds, maybe check under the bonnet every once in a while for spills, but should be fine.","human_ref_B":"That's not accounting for filter.  But it doesn't hold an extra qt. How high is it on dipstick?  A bit over=no problem  Dipstick totally covered in oil= should drain some out.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":256.0,"score_ratio":8.5}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h707zgy","c_root_id_B":"h70axtx","created_at_utc_A":1627593825,"created_at_utc_B":1627595097,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s not gonna wreck your motor instantly or anything, but I\u2019d advise reducing back to 4L. The main question is how much the engine has been used since, as the max line is based on considering the oil expands when it heats up.  Keep a feel out for the throttle and any odd sounds, maybe check under the bonnet every once in a while for spills, but should be fine.","human_ref_B":"\"Can i have that in writing please\" should be your response.  Overfilling engine oil is not good. Depending on how bad luck you have, it could in time lead to problems varying from leakages or bust gaskets to catalytic converter failure, failed emissions test, elusive check engine light with seemingly random codes.. max on the dipstick means max - it is marked for a reason. Go to \\_another\\_ mechanic, have them suck some oil out to correct the level. That should be a 5 minute job and cost accordingly. (do ask price ahead).","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1272.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h70rg2d","c_root_id_B":"h70yvvk","created_at_utc_A":1627602730,"created_at_utc_B":1627606242,"score_A":4,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Slightly over the full line is fine. Too much is not. If you check the oil and it foamed up it is definitely too high.","human_ref_B":"No , get what\u2019s recommended by manufacturers.   Overfilling the engine can put a lot of strain on your seals.   If you do by a little (less than half a quart), you\u2019ll burn to the correct level","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3512.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h70yvvk","c_root_id_B":"h707zgy","created_at_utc_A":1627606242,"created_at_utc_B":1627593825,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"No , get what\u2019s recommended by manufacturers.   Overfilling the engine can put a lot of strain on your seals.   If you do by a little (less than half a quart), you\u2019ll burn to the correct level","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s not gonna wreck your motor instantly or anything, but I\u2019d advise reducing back to 4L. The main question is how much the engine has been used since, as the max line is based on considering the oil expands when it heats up.  Keep a feel out for the throttle and any odd sounds, maybe check under the bonnet every once in a while for spills, but should be fine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":12417.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h70rg2d","c_root_id_B":"h707zgy","created_at_utc_A":1627602730,"created_at_utc_B":1627593825,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Slightly over the full line is fine. Too much is not. If you check the oil and it foamed up it is definitely too high.","human_ref_B":"It\u2019s not gonna wreck your motor instantly or anything, but I\u2019d advise reducing back to 4L. The main question is how much the engine has been used since, as the max line is based on considering the oil expands when it heats up.  Keep a feel out for the throttle and any odd sounds, maybe check under the bonnet every once in a while for spills, but should be fine.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8905.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h707zgy","c_root_id_B":"h71edlq","created_at_utc_A":1627593825,"created_at_utc_B":1627613767,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s not gonna wreck your motor instantly or anything, but I\u2019d advise reducing back to 4L. The main question is how much the engine has been used since, as the max line is based on considering the oil expands when it heats up.  Keep a feel out for the throttle and any odd sounds, maybe check under the bonnet every once in a while for spills, but should be fine.","human_ref_B":"I'm not a mechanic but I do know one thing, mechanics are not engineers. You car was designed with some buffer room for sure but best practice is to do what they advise because you never know how much wiggle room what you're doing is gonna have. My advice, drain some oil till it meets between the lines and you'll be fine; bonus is you won't worry about anything and have to ask advice on reddit :D","labels":0,"seconds_difference":19942.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h713481","c_root_id_B":"h71edlq","created_at_utc_A":1627608214,"created_at_utc_B":1627613767,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"The main issue with modern oils is that you may lose some fuel economy.  The oil will interfere with the rotating parts and cause excessive drag.  There may be some aeration of the oil if this happens, but modern oils contain additives that minimize this as an issue.  If you fill up way too far (at least double), then you can start running into other issues, but this is unlikely.  I run amateur endurance racing where it is common to run a quart over full.","human_ref_B":"I'm not a mechanic but I do know one thing, mechanics are not engineers. You car was designed with some buffer room for sure but best practice is to do what they advise because you never know how much wiggle room what you're doing is gonna have. My advice, drain some oil till it meets between the lines and you'll be fine; bonus is you won't worry about anything and have to ask advice on reddit :D","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5553.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h707zgy","c_root_id_B":"h73add7","created_at_utc_A":1627593825,"created_at_utc_B":1627657969,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It\u2019s not gonna wreck your motor instantly or anything, but I\u2019d advise reducing back to 4L. The main question is how much the engine has been used since, as the max line is based on considering the oil expands when it heats up.  Keep a feel out for the throttle and any odd sounds, maybe check under the bonnet every once in a while for spills, but should be fine.","human_ref_B":"No, you shouldn't trust him because he has proven to you that he doesn't know what he is doing. Overfilling the engine is very bad for it as well as your catalytic converter which is VERY expensive. Sounds like you need to find a different place to get your car serviced that knows how to work on cars.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":64144.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ou64n4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it okay to overfill engine oil? Hi. My car is a Honda Accord LXS 2010 (the coupe with a 2.4l engine and 4 cylinders).  So I went to the mechanic today to get my oil changed and I saw that they poured in 5 liters of engine oil. I later looked at my manual and it was only supposed to be 4 liters. I checked the dipstick as well and it is over the max line. I am quite worried about the consequences of overfilling on engine oil.   I called the mechanic and talked to him and he just said \"I have been doing this for a long time, 5 liters is what you need\" I don't know if I should trust him?","c_root_id_A":"h73add7","c_root_id_B":"h713481","created_at_utc_A":1627657969,"created_at_utc_B":1627608214,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"No, you shouldn't trust him because he has proven to you that he doesn't know what he is doing. Overfilling the engine is very bad for it as well as your catalytic converter which is VERY expensive. Sounds like you need to find a different place to get your car serviced that knows how to work on cars.","human_ref_B":"The main issue with modern oils is that you may lose some fuel economy.  The oil will interfere with the rotating parts and cause excessive drag.  There may be some aeration of the oil if this happens, but modern oils contain additives that minimize this as an issue.  If you fill up way too far (at least double), then you can start running into other issues, but this is unlikely.  I run amateur endurance racing where it is common to run a quart over full.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":49755.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"f64xml","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does this vehicle damage exceed a bid of >$6,000? I'm looking at a Subaru being put up for auction. Not sure how high the bid will go (I'll most likely stop bidding at around $6,000), but I'm wondering *if the damage of this car is cheaper than it looks?* Do you think this vehicle is worth fighting for and I should expect cheap repairs as its only a front bumper and a dislocated back bumper?   Please ask any questions for clarification. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"fi3t56h","c_root_id_B":"fi3jn9y","created_at_utc_A":1582127102,"created_at_utc_B":1582120812,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm an auto damage adjuster, there a several red flags here, the front end damage was low end meaning the under carriage would've been hit, this could damaged the engine\/suspension cradle, oil pan, radiator, intercooler, condenser and many other expensive parts that can't be seen in this photo. The rear damage will definitely require a new impact bar and absorber but more importantly the rear body panel appears damaged which is a structural component of the vehicle. There also appears to be an alignment issue with the driver rear door which could indicate a buckle in the left quarter panel. I would say you're in for an exhaustive and extensive repair. I would say $13k starting cost and go up from there.","human_ref_B":"Just quickly looking at it, there appears to be a fluid leak under the engine if you look at the second to last photo.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6290.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"f64xml","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does this vehicle damage exceed a bid of >$6,000? I'm looking at a Subaru being put up for auction. Not sure how high the bid will go (I'll most likely stop bidding at around $6,000), but I'm wondering *if the damage of this car is cheaper than it looks?* Do you think this vehicle is worth fighting for and I should expect cheap repairs as its only a front bumper and a dislocated back bumper?   Please ask any questions for clarification. Thank you!","c_root_id_A":"fi3t56h","c_root_id_B":"fi35341","created_at_utc_A":1582127102,"created_at_utc_B":1582101339,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I'm an auto damage adjuster, there a several red flags here, the front end damage was low end meaning the under carriage would've been hit, this could damaged the engine\/suspension cradle, oil pan, radiator, intercooler, condenser and many other expensive parts that can't be seen in this photo. The rear damage will definitely require a new impact bar and absorber but more importantly the rear body panel appears damaged which is a structural component of the vehicle. There also appears to be an alignment issue with the driver rear door which could indicate a buckle in the left quarter panel. I would say you're in for an exhaustive and extensive repair. I would say $13k starting cost and go up from there.","human_ref_B":"It's impossible to really know from some shitty online auction pictures. But in general terms the damage is always much much worse than you can see in the pictures and often its worse than you can see even with the cursory inspection you're allowed to do in person. I wouldn't bet on any cheap fixes here and personally I wouldn't pay $6k for that thing. If I was personally and sentimentally invested in the model I might go as high as $3k, otherwise $2K tops. But youit doesn't matter cause you'll get outbid by someone who does part-outs.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":25763.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"9oxi3u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why doesn't it help help to learn driving to play racing games with a racing wheel, pedals and a shifter? All right, I have never driven any car. But to me high-quality devices for racing games (racing wheels, pedals, shifters) look almost exactly like those of real cars. I have searched the web for an answer if people can learn to drive by playig racing games, and all people had replied \"no\".  I can understand the physical feelings should not the same, but at least the basic mechanisms of the wheels, and pedals should be the same or very similar. So, does it really not help anything for learning purposes?","c_root_id_A":"e7xle5x","c_root_id_B":"e7xgdsp","created_at_utc_A":1539782230,"created_at_utc_B":1539776257,"score_A":8,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I've got a racing sim rig. Full three-pedal box (with load cell brake pedal), force feedback wheel, triple monitor and a seating position that was modeled after an MX-5. I spend 6-8 hours a week using it. My good friend has a similar setup, except with an Oculus VR headset. I've used both. We both do autocross \/ autoslalom.   It's the in the same ballpark, but it's like driving the most numb, dead, car ever made. For one, the clutch has no feel. In a real car, a clutch pedal has a spot in its throw where the clutch begins to engage and clamp itself to the engine. When you have that pedal pushed just so far, you can feel it in your toes. You can feel the engine & whole chassis vibrate in subtle ways. It's these little cues that you actually use to get a car moving from a stop. I've tried adding some mods, using a vibration motor from a game controller to add tactile feedback at the clutch engagement point but it's still not the same.   There's no \"shift-lurches\" to tell you when you're not being as smooth as you could be. The software will allow you to be extremely bad at using three pedals and still allow the car to operate properly. Despite significant tuning on my part, I still cannot get the wheel to feel like a real steering wheel that is progressively harder to turn the further you turn it.   You cannot believe how much you used your inner ear and your sense of touch when driving a car.   That said, if you just want to learn the rules of the road... Eurotruck Simulator is AMAZING. It feels nothing like a real car, but does extremely well at teaching you *about* driving.","human_ref_B":"It can help you understand how certain things work, and can help you develop a working theory that you can apply to real life practice.   It's not a substitute for the real thing, though.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5973.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"9oxi3u","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why doesn't it help help to learn driving to play racing games with a racing wheel, pedals and a shifter? All right, I have never driven any car. But to me high-quality devices for racing games (racing wheels, pedals, shifters) look almost exactly like those of real cars. I have searched the web for an answer if people can learn to drive by playig racing games, and all people had replied \"no\".  I can understand the physical feelings should not the same, but at least the basic mechanisms of the wheels, and pedals should be the same or very similar. So, does it really not help anything for learning purposes?","c_root_id_A":"e7xhdpw","c_root_id_B":"e7xle5x","created_at_utc_A":1539777622,"created_at_utc_B":1539782230,"score_A":2,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Driving in traffic is 20% car control and 80% anticipating, reading others behavior and having a feel for the flow of traffic. People with great car control can be terrible unsafe drivers and vice versa. It helps with the absolute basics like learning what each pedal does but that's it as far as daily driving is concerned.","human_ref_B":"I've got a racing sim rig. Full three-pedal box (with load cell brake pedal), force feedback wheel, triple monitor and a seating position that was modeled after an MX-5. I spend 6-8 hours a week using it. My good friend has a similar setup, except with an Oculus VR headset. I've used both. We both do autocross \/ autoslalom.   It's the in the same ballpark, but it's like driving the most numb, dead, car ever made. For one, the clutch has no feel. In a real car, a clutch pedal has a spot in its throw where the clutch begins to engage and clamp itself to the engine. When you have that pedal pushed just so far, you can feel it in your toes. You can feel the engine & whole chassis vibrate in subtle ways. It's these little cues that you actually use to get a car moving from a stop. I've tried adding some mods, using a vibration motor from a game controller to add tactile feedback at the clutch engagement point but it's still not the same.   There's no \"shift-lurches\" to tell you when you're not being as smooth as you could be. The software will allow you to be extremely bad at using three pedals and still allow the car to operate properly. Despite significant tuning on my part, I still cannot get the wheel to feel like a real steering wheel that is progressively harder to turn the further you turn it.   You cannot believe how much you used your inner ear and your sense of touch when driving a car.   That said, if you just want to learn the rules of the road... Eurotruck Simulator is AMAZING. It feels nothing like a real car, but does extremely well at teaching you *about* driving.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4608.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"moyeow","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.84,"history":"What is this whistling sound coming from radio? I have a 2007 Ford Taurus. When I press the gas it makes a whistling noise. My friends joke about me having turbo because it\u2019s similar to that sound. I can\u2019t find anything on google.","c_root_id_A":"gu6tfum","c_root_id_B":"gu6t572","created_at_utc_A":1618177619,"created_at_utc_B":1618177466,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It sounds like the suppressor on your alternator or ignition system has failed","human_ref_B":"Google ground loop isolator","labels":1,"seconds_difference":153.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"9v1shf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why Is My Stick-Shift Freezing Up? I have a 2015 Hyundai Elantra in manual stick shift.  Twice now the stick shift has frozen up so that when the car is on I can't move it out of neutral or first gear (The car was frozen in two different spots each time I believe).    The second time my car had trouble, I discovered (or perhaps it only applied on the second time) that the stick shift was switchable when the car was off.  So I drove my car to the mechanic in 2nd gear the whole way.    What is causing this?  Both times the mechanic said they couldn't discovery anything wrong, especially since it went back to normal once they took a look at it.    The mechanic doesn't know what to do and claims it has to be acting up for them to know what is wrong.  They want to charge me to 'take down the transmission' if they are to do any other forward step.","c_root_id_A":"e98qqju","c_root_id_B":"e98wr2v","created_at_utc_A":1541617109,"created_at_utc_B":1541621673,"score_A":5,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"With the clutch engaged there is no difference between your engine being on or off. That shouldn't effect your transmission at all.","human_ref_B":"I will go on record, suspecting either your clutch throwout bearing, or the clutch slave cylinder. I think it's the slave. Try pumping your clutch pedal a few times and see if the problem gets better, if only momentarily.   Also, your car is a 2015 Hyundai. Those things have like 10-year, 100k powertrain warranties. Any reason you haven't taken it to Hyundai?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4564.0,"score_ratio":5.6}
{"post_id":"9v1shf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why Is My Stick-Shift Freezing Up? I have a 2015 Hyundai Elantra in manual stick shift.  Twice now the stick shift has frozen up so that when the car is on I can't move it out of neutral or first gear (The car was frozen in two different spots each time I believe).    The second time my car had trouble, I discovered (or perhaps it only applied on the second time) that the stick shift was switchable when the car was off.  So I drove my car to the mechanic in 2nd gear the whole way.    What is causing this?  Both times the mechanic said they couldn't discovery anything wrong, especially since it went back to normal once they took a look at it.    The mechanic doesn't know what to do and claims it has to be acting up for them to know what is wrong.  They want to charge me to 'take down the transmission' if they are to do any other forward step.","c_root_id_A":"e98s81h","c_root_id_B":"e98wr2v","created_at_utc_A":1541618263,"created_at_utc_B":1541621673,"score_A":4,"score_B":28,"human_ref_A":"When you managed to get it into 2nd gear to drive it to your mechanic, were you still able to disengage the clutch? Like could you step on the clutch and coast?","human_ref_B":"I will go on record, suspecting either your clutch throwout bearing, or the clutch slave cylinder. I think it's the slave. Try pumping your clutch pedal a few times and see if the problem gets better, if only momentarily.   Also, your car is a 2015 Hyundai. Those things have like 10-year, 100k powertrain warranties. Any reason you haven't taken it to Hyundai?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3410.0,"score_ratio":7.0}
{"post_id":"9v1shf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why Is My Stick-Shift Freezing Up? I have a 2015 Hyundai Elantra in manual stick shift.  Twice now the stick shift has frozen up so that when the car is on I can't move it out of neutral or first gear (The car was frozen in two different spots each time I believe).    The second time my car had trouble, I discovered (or perhaps it only applied on the second time) that the stick shift was switchable when the car was off.  So I drove my car to the mechanic in 2nd gear the whole way.    What is causing this?  Both times the mechanic said they couldn't discovery anything wrong, especially since it went back to normal once they took a look at it.    The mechanic doesn't know what to do and claims it has to be acting up for them to know what is wrong.  They want to charge me to 'take down the transmission' if they are to do any other forward step.","c_root_id_A":"e98wr2v","c_root_id_B":"e98v4en","created_at_utc_A":1541621673,"created_at_utc_B":1541620472,"score_A":28,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"I will go on record, suspecting either your clutch throwout bearing, or the clutch slave cylinder. I think it's the slave. Try pumping your clutch pedal a few times and see if the problem gets better, if only momentarily.   Also, your car is a 2015 Hyundai. Those things have like 10-year, 100k powertrain warranties. Any reason you haven't taken it to Hyundai?","human_ref_B":"The clutch is not being actuated sometimes. If it's hydraulic, then the feed hose, master cylinder, and slave cylinder are all possibilities. There is more testing possible before removing the transmission.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1201.0,"score_ratio":9.3333333333}
{"post_id":"9v1shf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why Is My Stick-Shift Freezing Up? I have a 2015 Hyundai Elantra in manual stick shift.  Twice now the stick shift has frozen up so that when the car is on I can't move it out of neutral or first gear (The car was frozen in two different spots each time I believe).    The second time my car had trouble, I discovered (or perhaps it only applied on the second time) that the stick shift was switchable when the car was off.  So I drove my car to the mechanic in 2nd gear the whole way.    What is causing this?  Both times the mechanic said they couldn't discovery anything wrong, especially since it went back to normal once they took a look at it.    The mechanic doesn't know what to do and claims it has to be acting up for them to know what is wrong.  They want to charge me to 'take down the transmission' if they are to do any other forward step.","c_root_id_A":"e98wr2v","c_root_id_B":"e98tu6i","created_at_utc_A":1541621673,"created_at_utc_B":1541619513,"score_A":28,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I will go on record, suspecting either your clutch throwout bearing, or the clutch slave cylinder. I think it's the slave. Try pumping your clutch pedal a few times and see if the problem gets better, if only momentarily.   Also, your car is a 2015 Hyundai. Those things have like 10-year, 100k powertrain warranties. Any reason you haven't taken it to Hyundai?","human_ref_B":"I know this might sound a bit silly, but was a floor mat or some other object stuck under the clutch pedal, possibly preventing it from going down all the way? Did the clutch\/pedal seem to be acting normally? Did the engine seem like it wanted to stall at stops? This seems like a pretty strange problem for such a new car. How many miles are on it? Have you checked the clutch fluid?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2160.0,"score_ratio":14.0}
{"post_id":"9v1shf","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why Is My Stick-Shift Freezing Up? I have a 2015 Hyundai Elantra in manual stick shift.  Twice now the stick shift has frozen up so that when the car is on I can't move it out of neutral or first gear (The car was frozen in two different spots each time I believe).    The second time my car had trouble, I discovered (or perhaps it only applied on the second time) that the stick shift was switchable when the car was off.  So I drove my car to the mechanic in 2nd gear the whole way.    What is causing this?  Both times the mechanic said they couldn't discovery anything wrong, especially since it went back to normal once they took a look at it.    The mechanic doesn't know what to do and claims it has to be acting up for them to know what is wrong.  They want to charge me to 'take down the transmission' if they are to do any other forward step.","c_root_id_A":"e98v4en","c_root_id_B":"e98tu6i","created_at_utc_A":1541620472,"created_at_utc_B":1541619513,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The clutch is not being actuated sometimes. If it's hydraulic, then the feed hose, master cylinder, and slave cylinder are all possibilities. There is more testing possible before removing the transmission.","human_ref_B":"I know this might sound a bit silly, but was a floor mat or some other object stuck under the clutch pedal, possibly preventing it from going down all the way? Did the clutch\/pedal seem to be acting normally? Did the engine seem like it wanted to stall at stops? This seems like a pretty strange problem for such a new car. How many miles are on it? Have you checked the clutch fluid?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":959.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4uipy0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"How to adjust your rear view mirror to prevent bright lights shinning in your eyes? Recently got into a discussion with my wife about which way the tab on your mirror should be normally, and which way it should be when the bright lights behind you are too much.  Should it be forward (toward the windshield) normally and then flipped back (towards you) when lights are too bright? Or should it be the other way? What is the difference?","c_root_id_A":"d5q1fy9","c_root_id_B":"d5q1s3f","created_at_utc_A":1469459154,"created_at_utc_B":1469459616,"score_A":2,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"*Usually* flipped toward you is 'normal', and flipped toward the windshield is 'don't blind me bro'. It wouldn't surprise me if there are some cars that are different.  Why does it really matter which direction it is, though? You really only need to switch it if someone behind you is in a semi or jacked up truck or something. One way is going to be wrong and the other is going to be right, and it's pretty obvious which is which sitting in the driver's seat.  EDIT- I derped, got my directions mixed up. Toward the *windshield* is normal, toward the driver is dimmer.","human_ref_B":"Everyone ITT is wrong. The Tab goes up. So at Night you pull the tab towards you and the mirror tilts \"Up\".","labels":0,"seconds_difference":462.0,"score_ratio":6.5}
{"post_id":"wqmea4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"lads dum question here?   So if this part matters im in canada. I drive a mitsubishi lancer, now at work most people have their favourite parking spots and nobody will contest it whatever theyre all equally shit spots. But the guys who drive f150s all have this lil row where they insist is \"ford parking\" and i go a bit against the grain and park there everyday just cause they say i cant. Now would it be legal for me to badge my lancer as a ford f150? Like just put f150 on the back or something stupid. If you got a better idea let me know","c_root_id_A":"iknavvf","c_root_id_B":"iknapcz","created_at_utc_A":1660738640,"created_at_utc_B":1660738544,"score_A":6,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Yeah man you can slap any labels on. You might make it to \/r\/shitty_car_mods but who knows","human_ref_B":"You absolutely can!","labels":1,"seconds_difference":96.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"wqmea4","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"lads dum question here?   So if this part matters im in canada. I drive a mitsubishi lancer, now at work most people have their favourite parking spots and nobody will contest it whatever theyre all equally shit spots. But the guys who drive f150s all have this lil row where they insist is \"ford parking\" and i go a bit against the grain and park there everyday just cause they say i cant. Now would it be legal for me to badge my lancer as a ford f150? Like just put f150 on the back or something stupid. If you got a better idea let me know","c_root_id_A":"iknapcz","c_root_id_B":"iknmbez","created_at_utc_A":1660738544,"created_at_utc_B":1660743975,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You absolutely can!","human_ref_B":"FU-150 ftw","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5431.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"4z4u1i","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"Can someone diagnose the battery problem I have? First of all, I hope this makes sense. If it does not, feel free to let me know and ask for clarification, and I will do my best.  A few months ago, I started having an issue of my truck dying, while it was just sitting. So, I bought a new battery, and had both the ground and positive wires changed. Then it worked perfectly.  Now, as of three days ago, I have started to run into the problem again. This time, I took the battery out of my truck and went to Advanced Auto Parts and they tested the battery and it came back good. I took the battery back to my truck and drove my truck to Advanced Auto, to have the alternator tested. When they began to test it, they said the battery was testing bad while the truck was running, but every thing else was fine, the alternator was working perfectly and they weren't reading any other issues.  I got another new battery, and everything was working fine, until I drove it home again, it was about an hour and a half drive, and after about 25 minutes, my battery gauge drops by a lot, but then when I accelerate, it shot back to where it was supposed to be, and that continued until I made it home, my battery light even stayed on.   Now my battery gauge doesn't move, and it stays at about 1\/4 from empty. When I turn on the A\/C, headlights, radio, or anything that uses electricity, it goes down a little more, but then moves back up.  I hope this made some sense. I drive a 2002 Ford Ranger 4X4.","c_root_id_A":"d6t477d","c_root_id_B":"d6sy2wr","created_at_utc_A":1471954060,"created_at_utc_B":1471934658,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Battery System Testing Guy here.  It sounds like the parts store guy may have misinterpreted the readings of the tester during the system test. You wouldn't test a battery while the engine is running. In fact, most decent, recently new, tools will not even allow a battery test to run while there's a load or noise in the system.  It sounds like he performed a charging test and saw low output, but didn't understand, so he sold you another battery.  If I was in your shoes, I'd get a legit test done on the charging system, either by the bench tester at the parts store, or by a shop\/store using a legit electronic testing device, let's say..... one made by a company called Midtronics. Most shops and stores have them. I would also check your alternator power cable that goes to the battery as well. And don't forget to check the accessory drive belt. It definitely sounds like you have a charging system problem.  PM me if you need more help","human_ref_B":"Follow connections from the alternator to the battery? Not too familiar with electronics but if the alternator tested fine, and the battery is brand spanking new, maybe it's not being charged enough by the alternator. Have you recently installed any electrify-intensive devices into the truck? I.e. Big amp\/subwoofer that drains the battery quicker than it'll charge","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19402.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ekj005","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Should I fix my 2008 WRX or sell it? So I have this 2008 WRX with ~119k on it. It\u2019s my daily and I\u2019ve enjoyed it for the time I\u2019ve had it.. but I think I\u2019m done with a manual for a daily for awhile. It also has some hail damage and a dented fender, she\u2019s seen some shit.  My plan was to ride it out for another year or so and buy something a little more practical and comfortable. Then disaster struck, I began hearing this squeaking noise from my clutch pedal.  My local mechanic diagnosed it as a master cylinder issue, so we replaced it.  Issue persisted, so I went to the dealer to diag it.  $3300 quote to re-weld the spot welds that hold the assembly to the firewall.  They also said the clutch pedal assembly will need to be replaced as well.  I know dealers are expensive but I\u2019m afraid the cost of this repair is going to be expensive regardless of who does the work, so I\u2019m toying with the idea of trading in the Subaru and getting a boring automatic sedan but significantly newer with lower miles.  I only owe $800 on the Subaru, but I don\u2019t know if I trust the longevity of the car given it\u2019s age and increasing mileage.  In addition to that, a slower and newer car would save me money in every aspect from insurance, payment to gas mileage.","c_root_id_A":"fdc7q5l","c_root_id_B":"fdcgz37","created_at_utc_A":1578268737,"created_at_utc_B":1578274652,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Fix it and keep it as a rallycross car and get a new daily.","human_ref_B":"Fix it. This is a common issue on the 08-14's, same thing happened on mine, so I followed the instructions in this thread (https:\/\/forums.nasioc.com\/forums\/showthread.php?t=2700583) to drill out the welds and re-attach the assembly with bolts. I used nuts with the nylon insert so they wouldn't work themselves loose. Had no further issues with it after that.  Edit: As far as longevity I wouldn't worry too much about that as long as you change the timing belt. I had mine up to 153,000 before I sold it. Now I have an 06 Forester XT instead.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5915.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"eueltuy","c_root_id_B":"euejl8j","created_at_utc_A":1563747630,"created_at_utc_B":1563745990,"score_A":35,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"if the gauge is showing low\/normal.  you have a leak.   AC systems are closed systems. if you fill it, and it shows lower hours later, it's leaking.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like you've over-filled it now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1640.0,"score_ratio":11.6666666667}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"eueqf1m","c_root_id_B":"euepqkl","created_at_utc_A":1563751085,"created_at_utc_B":1563750554,"score_A":11,"score_B":9,"human_ref_A":"There's a hole in the bucket delizer.","human_ref_B":"Put in dye next time so you can find your leak.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":531.0,"score_ratio":1.2222222222}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"eueqf1m","c_root_id_B":"euejl8j","created_at_utc_A":1563751085,"created_at_utc_B":1563745990,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"There's a hole in the bucket delizer.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like you've over-filled it now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5095.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"euepqkl","c_root_id_B":"euejl8j","created_at_utc_A":1563750554,"created_at_utc_B":1563745990,"score_A":9,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Put in dye next time so you can find your leak.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like you've over-filled it now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4564.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"euejl8j","c_root_id_B":"eueqf86","created_at_utc_A":1563745990,"created_at_utc_B":1563751089,"score_A":3,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like you've over-filled it now.","human_ref_B":"Your system is leaking.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5099.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"euf3dwr","c_root_id_B":"euejl8j","created_at_utc_A":1563761412,"created_at_utc_B":1563745990,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"\"There are no leaks\"  I've got some bad news for ya.","human_ref_B":"Sounds like you've over-filled it now.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":15422.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"cg3tkl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why would a cars ac become warm hours after an ac recharge? Twice this week I\u2019ve emptied cans of ac recharge Freon into my car. It gets nice and cold, the compressor works fine, and there are no leaks. It seems like after 2 hours though it goes from ice cold to progressively warmer until it\u2019s hot again. What would cause this if the Freon isn\u2019t leaking?","c_root_id_A":"euf0ojr","c_root_id_B":"euf3dwr","created_at_utc_A":1563759237,"created_at_utc_B":1563761412,"score_A":2,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Get the can with dye in it so you can see where it's leaking","human_ref_B":"\"There are no leaks\"  I've got some bad news for ya.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2175.0,"score_ratio":3.5}
{"post_id":"u6seol","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why won\u2019t my AC take more Freon?  So several things are going on so I\u2019ll just tell you the whole story.   My cars ac wasn\u2019t blowing cold. It had no Freon in it. I filled it, it blowed cold for a day, then the Freon leaked out. Located the leak and planned to replace the o-ring, but the dye I used to find the leak had an o ring conditioner and the leak stopped. Filled it as much as I could, but it would only take about 23psi. I did hear a sound as if it was \u201cventing\u201d but I didn\u2019t think the ac would do that.   Now, it does blow cold, but the AC turns on and off (low pressure of Freon) and now the car runs really rough when it\u2019s on, especially at idle. It feels like someone is lightly pressing on the brake every few seconds I suspect this is because of the compressor turning on and off.   My question is: is there another reason it would be running rough while the ac is on and why won\u2019t it take more Freon so it\u2019s fully filled?  My car is a 2007 forester","c_root_id_A":"i5a5qyw","c_root_id_B":"i5a682q","created_at_utc_A":1650329828,"created_at_utc_B":1650330034,"score_A":8,"score_B":16,"human_ref_A":"It possible that you over filled it. They are supposed to be filled a certain amount, not as much as you can fit. Suggest you take it somewhere to have it charged professionally.","human_ref_B":"Are you using a gauge set or the can gauge? That car should only take 1.3 pounds (21 ounces) if it is actually empty. The running rough sounds like it is overfilled and the compressor is killing itself trying to compress a liquid.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":206.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"u6seol","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why won\u2019t my AC take more Freon?  So several things are going on so I\u2019ll just tell you the whole story.   My cars ac wasn\u2019t blowing cold. It had no Freon in it. I filled it, it blowed cold for a day, then the Freon leaked out. Located the leak and planned to replace the o-ring, but the dye I used to find the leak had an o ring conditioner and the leak stopped. Filled it as much as I could, but it would only take about 23psi. I did hear a sound as if it was \u201cventing\u201d but I didn\u2019t think the ac would do that.   Now, it does blow cold, but the AC turns on and off (low pressure of Freon) and now the car runs really rough when it\u2019s on, especially at idle. It feels like someone is lightly pressing on the brake every few seconds I suspect this is because of the compressor turning on and off.   My question is: is there another reason it would be running rough while the ac is on and why won\u2019t it take more Freon so it\u2019s fully filled?  My car is a 2007 forester","c_root_id_A":"i5a6av9","c_root_id_B":"i5ayumk","created_at_utc_A":1650330067,"created_at_utc_B":1650343461,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Stop leak and seal conditioner can eat up the inside of the hoses and the debris causes problems","human_ref_B":"Are you drawing down with a vacuum pump before filling? All the air in that system needs to get pulled out before being filled with fluid.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13394.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"u6seol","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why won\u2019t my AC take more Freon?  So several things are going on so I\u2019ll just tell you the whole story.   My cars ac wasn\u2019t blowing cold. It had no Freon in it. I filled it, it blowed cold for a day, then the Freon leaked out. Located the leak and planned to replace the o-ring, but the dye I used to find the leak had an o ring conditioner and the leak stopped. Filled it as much as I could, but it would only take about 23psi. I did hear a sound as if it was \u201cventing\u201d but I didn\u2019t think the ac would do that.   Now, it does blow cold, but the AC turns on and off (low pressure of Freon) and now the car runs really rough when it\u2019s on, especially at idle. It feels like someone is lightly pressing on the brake every few seconds I suspect this is because of the compressor turning on and off.   My question is: is there another reason it would be running rough while the ac is on and why won\u2019t it take more Freon so it\u2019s fully filled?  My car is a 2007 forester","c_root_id_A":"i5a6z3n","c_root_id_B":"i5ayumk","created_at_utc_A":1650330355,"created_at_utc_B":1650343461,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"There's probably another issue with your A\/C system besides just the leak that you found, such as with the compressor or condenser. I would avoid running the A\/C until you diagnose the issue, because if there is a real problem, things could get screwed up even more.  A lot of shops are willing to charge a reasonable amount (like less than 1 hour's worth of labor) to test the A\/C system, and they should be able to identify the problem. Once they tell you what's wrong with it, you can decide if you want to replace the part yourself (lines, condenser are pretty easy to replace) or have them fully service it.","human_ref_B":"Are you drawing down with a vacuum pump before filling? All the air in that system needs to get pulled out before being filled with fluid.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13106.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"u6seol","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.94,"history":"Why won\u2019t my AC take more Freon?  So several things are going on so I\u2019ll just tell you the whole story.   My cars ac wasn\u2019t blowing cold. It had no Freon in it. I filled it, it blowed cold for a day, then the Freon leaked out. Located the leak and planned to replace the o-ring, but the dye I used to find the leak had an o ring conditioner and the leak stopped. Filled it as much as I could, but it would only take about 23psi. I did hear a sound as if it was \u201cventing\u201d but I didn\u2019t think the ac would do that.   Now, it does blow cold, but the AC turns on and off (low pressure of Freon) and now the car runs really rough when it\u2019s on, especially at idle. It feels like someone is lightly pressing on the brake every few seconds I suspect this is because of the compressor turning on and off.   My question is: is there another reason it would be running rough while the ac is on and why won\u2019t it take more Freon so it\u2019s fully filled?  My car is a 2007 forester","c_root_id_A":"i5bcjya","c_root_id_B":"i5azajk","created_at_utc_A":1650353120,"created_at_utc_B":1650343716,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Don't sleep on the advice you got here OP, this can have greater ramifications than just the A\/C not working as expected. It sounds like your a\/c compressor is freaking out and its more than capable of damaging other much more important systems as it dies.","human_ref_B":"Obviously you have other problems with your A\/C that needs to be addressed and A\/C systems have more going on than you and possibly also your friend understand\/appreciate (you say he is a mechanic but that doesn\u2019t mean he is trained and certified for A\/C work and even then that doesn\u2019t guarantee best practice level advice). For example given the leak you had once that leak has been properly identified and repaired the whole system needs to be evacuated and likely the receiver drier replaced all before recharging it by weight as well as replacing any refrigerant oil that was lost throughout the process.  So I would suggest taking it to a qualified shop.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9404.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"kddg8c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Lack of confidence in '11 WRX - Worth to cost to get something new? Well I have gone in circles on this decision for over a month and can't come to any kind of conclusion, so the next logical choice is to ask complete strangers on the internet, right?  I've had my 2011 WRX hatch for just about two years, it's at 140k and the head gasket let go on a road trip from LA to Portland last month due to a failing water pump. Being away from my garage, I was at the mercy of a shop to fix my car to get back home. I ended up finding a Subaru specialty shop (after my pervious experience with my old 02 WRX and sketchy shops, I insisted on finding a reputable shop to do the repair) which set me back $4200 including new forged pistons and an upgraded oil pickup when the motor was apart.  I made it back home and immediately had a pre turbo exhaust leak due to a missing bolt on the up-pipe, I also found a small turbo inlet support fastener loose in the engine bay. I have worked as a technician and completely understand that occasionally one bolt gets overlooked, vibrates loose, or isn't torqued quite tight enough, but given that this is my daily and it has left me stranded twice this year, finding these two loose bolts dinged my confidence in the car.  I had it rebuilt thinking I'd get another 80-100k out of the car, but now I'm having my doubts as I think the front axles are also due for service soon, what might be next? Years ago when I had an 02 WRX I had the motor rebuilt 3 times due to a shop cutting corners and missing details.  I've already replaced the brakes, shocks, springs, lots of bushings, fluids, wheels\/tires, and so much more. I really do love this car and love the way it looks\/drives\/performs, but the allure of a new car with a warranty is real considering I have other projects that need attention (E36M track car + NA Miata) and am getting frustrated spending so much time and money on my daily driver.  Am I being paranoid and letting recent experiences scare me into selling a car that I like? If I were to replace it, I'd go for something from Hyundai with their 10yr powertrain warranty, modern tech, and efficient\/pokey 1.6T. They get 50% better mileage, have crazy warranties, nicer interior, and are more comfortable day to day. I'd just be bummed giving up the power, looks, and awd capability that I've grown to love in my WRX.","c_root_id_A":"gfvza6o","c_root_id_B":"gfw1ei1","created_at_utc_A":1608004948,"created_at_utc_B":1608006133,"score_A":5,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Sounds like a Veloster N might suit you well  Also maybe cross post in r\/whatcarshouldIbuy","human_ref_B":"> I'd just be bummed giving up the power, looks, and awd capability that I've grown to love in my WRX.  Have you driven a Stinger?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1185.0,"score_ratio":1.6}
{"post_id":"kddg8c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Lack of confidence in '11 WRX - Worth to cost to get something new? Well I have gone in circles on this decision for over a month and can't come to any kind of conclusion, so the next logical choice is to ask complete strangers on the internet, right?  I've had my 2011 WRX hatch for just about two years, it's at 140k and the head gasket let go on a road trip from LA to Portland last month due to a failing water pump. Being away from my garage, I was at the mercy of a shop to fix my car to get back home. I ended up finding a Subaru specialty shop (after my pervious experience with my old 02 WRX and sketchy shops, I insisted on finding a reputable shop to do the repair) which set me back $4200 including new forged pistons and an upgraded oil pickup when the motor was apart.  I made it back home and immediately had a pre turbo exhaust leak due to a missing bolt on the up-pipe, I also found a small turbo inlet support fastener loose in the engine bay. I have worked as a technician and completely understand that occasionally one bolt gets overlooked, vibrates loose, or isn't torqued quite tight enough, but given that this is my daily and it has left me stranded twice this year, finding these two loose bolts dinged my confidence in the car.  I had it rebuilt thinking I'd get another 80-100k out of the car, but now I'm having my doubts as I think the front axles are also due for service soon, what might be next? Years ago when I had an 02 WRX I had the motor rebuilt 3 times due to a shop cutting corners and missing details.  I've already replaced the brakes, shocks, springs, lots of bushings, fluids, wheels\/tires, and so much more. I really do love this car and love the way it looks\/drives\/performs, but the allure of a new car with a warranty is real considering I have other projects that need attention (E36M track car + NA Miata) and am getting frustrated spending so much time and money on my daily driver.  Am I being paranoid and letting recent experiences scare me into selling a car that I like? If I were to replace it, I'd go for something from Hyundai with their 10yr powertrain warranty, modern tech, and efficient\/pokey 1.6T. They get 50% better mileage, have crazy warranties, nicer interior, and are more comfortable day to day. I'd just be bummed giving up the power, looks, and awd capability that I've grown to love in my WRX.","c_root_id_A":"gfw1feq","c_root_id_B":"gfw7fg2","created_at_utc_A":1608006146,"created_at_utc_B":1608009769,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Evoooooooo","human_ref_B":"Consider a more comfortable reliable daily and keep the wrx for weekends","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3623.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"kddg8c","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"Lack of confidence in '11 WRX - Worth to cost to get something new? Well I have gone in circles on this decision for over a month and can't come to any kind of conclusion, so the next logical choice is to ask complete strangers on the internet, right?  I've had my 2011 WRX hatch for just about two years, it's at 140k and the head gasket let go on a road trip from LA to Portland last month due to a failing water pump. Being away from my garage, I was at the mercy of a shop to fix my car to get back home. I ended up finding a Subaru specialty shop (after my pervious experience with my old 02 WRX and sketchy shops, I insisted on finding a reputable shop to do the repair) which set me back $4200 including new forged pistons and an upgraded oil pickup when the motor was apart.  I made it back home and immediately had a pre turbo exhaust leak due to a missing bolt on the up-pipe, I also found a small turbo inlet support fastener loose in the engine bay. I have worked as a technician and completely understand that occasionally one bolt gets overlooked, vibrates loose, or isn't torqued quite tight enough, but given that this is my daily and it has left me stranded twice this year, finding these two loose bolts dinged my confidence in the car.  I had it rebuilt thinking I'd get another 80-100k out of the car, but now I'm having my doubts as I think the front axles are also due for service soon, what might be next? Years ago when I had an 02 WRX I had the motor rebuilt 3 times due to a shop cutting corners and missing details.  I've already replaced the brakes, shocks, springs, lots of bushings, fluids, wheels\/tires, and so much more. I really do love this car and love the way it looks\/drives\/performs, but the allure of a new car with a warranty is real considering I have other projects that need attention (E36M track car + NA Miata) and am getting frustrated spending so much time and money on my daily driver.  Am I being paranoid and letting recent experiences scare me into selling a car that I like? If I were to replace it, I'd go for something from Hyundai with their 10yr powertrain warranty, modern tech, and efficient\/pokey 1.6T. They get 50% better mileage, have crazy warranties, nicer interior, and are more comfortable day to day. I'd just be bummed giving up the power, looks, and awd capability that I've grown to love in my WRX.","c_root_id_A":"gfw7fg2","c_root_id_B":"gfw3ynb","created_at_utc_A":1608009769,"created_at_utc_B":1608007564,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Consider a more comfortable reliable daily and keep the wrx for weekends","human_ref_B":"I was in a similar situation with a Mazdaspeed3 that was heavily modified (talking like big turbo running on the edge of what the long block should take). I looked at getting a Niro solely because it got great mpg, good warranty, and I couldn't fuck with it even if I wanted to. But at the time I felt like it was a lot of money for a car because I had never bought anything brand new or that expensive before. For some unknown reason I actually bought a Hyundai Genesis 5.0. Decent features but felt dated. Got shitty mpg, high insurance, transmission bothered me after a while (cars can't just go from 8th gear to 3rd which I learned over time) and while it had good power, it wasn't blow me away fast. Had some good buyers remorse on that deal for other reasons as well. Then it started throwing CEL's for O2 lean banks. Cleared the codes and traded it for a brand new Tacoma. Had I gotten a Niro, I think I would still have that.  &#x200B;  You'll probably get used to the lame power in a DD. I did. It's honestly refreshing to just drive a bone stock brand new car. I don't want to race anyone and I just don't worry about anything on it.  It was worth the peace of mind to me and really hasn't made an impact on my finances like I thought it would. I still max out a 401k and still have plenty of money to play around with each month. And the truck part has given me a lot of utility I didn't have before. Not sure what your financial situation is or how much of a strain it would be to upgrade but my quality of life went up by not worrying about shit breaking. Would be double bonus points if I got good mpg but truck lyfe. I take multi state trips now just for fun and don't worry about breaking down. At all.  As a side note, my mom ended up getting a Kona.. We test drove an AWD 1.6t and it was a fun car for what it was. Tech has come a long way. The little 1.6t will feel snappier in DD scenarios than your WRX. These things make peak torque at like <2500 rpm or something absurd. The 7 speed dual clutch was good on the test drive too. Hatch was a bit smaller than my Speed, but decent space with seats folded down. Hers is pretty base model but still has heated seats, carplay, lane keep assist, blind spot. Not sure what exact Hyundai you were looking at but I think you'd be happy with something like that.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2205.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"r6r48o","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is this a dent I can remove at home? I saw a shopping cart fly into this part of my car. Was wondering how fixable it would be on my own.   https:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/aoP6Gx1","c_root_id_A":"hmuy8fx","c_root_id_B":"hmvd06g","created_at_utc_A":1638399898,"created_at_utc_B":1638406480,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"It's possible. Look up videos on YouTube or whatever, usually some combination of heat, ice, pushing from behind or pulling with suction or hot glue. May not be perfect when it's done.","human_ref_B":"That wouldn't be that bad but the body crease is going to make it tough to do and not have it look repaired without some extra bodywork. I would probably pull the inner liner out and see what they have behind the skin, shouldn't be much, then you could use a rubber mallet to gently tap it back out. Clamp a padded chunk of wood across the opening so you have a stop, then work the dent out gently starting at the crease and working that out. Don't hit anything but the vertical surface though, if you can get it to move out it will pull the upper dent out with it. Then try to reform the lower rolled edge area to pull the metal back into shape.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":6582.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"mr56bt","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"Electric vehicle conversions of old cars ? I would like to a Electric vehicle conversion of a old car. Is there anybody on this thread doing something similar ? If we can exchange ideas and tips for building the project . It would be great !","c_root_id_A":"gukhh3m","c_root_id_B":"guk8k2t","created_at_utc_A":1618458541,"created_at_utc_B":1618453471,"score_A":10,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Chevy crate ev motor. Future of engine swaps.","human_ref_B":"There are a bunch of YouTube videos on electrifying DeLoreans","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5070.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"plkl5f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Does paying off a car effect it\u2019s selling price? When I look at websites for trading in my car they ask if there\u2019s anything owed on the vehicle. I understand they might be asking to help calculate what the net value will be on the trade, but does a paid off car matter for trade in?  Will a $10,000 paid off car get you more than a $10,000 car with $5000 owed (obviously you still owe the $5000 difference to the bank). Like would they say $10k paid off and $9,500 if still owed?","c_root_id_A":"hcb3mvs","c_root_id_B":"hcbvgbs","created_at_utc_A":1631279621,"created_at_utc_B":1631291360,"score_A":5,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Not usually, but it might make it easier for you to negotiate in your favor. Either way, make sure you get a few quotes on your car - CarMax + Carvana at the very least, another dealership if you can.","human_ref_B":"They can smell fear.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11739.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"plkl5f","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.79,"history":"Does paying off a car effect it\u2019s selling price? When I look at websites for trading in my car they ask if there\u2019s anything owed on the vehicle. I understand they might be asking to help calculate what the net value will be on the trade, but does a paid off car matter for trade in?  Will a $10,000 paid off car get you more than a $10,000 car with $5000 owed (obviously you still owe the $5000 difference to the bank). Like would they say $10k paid off and $9,500 if still owed?","c_root_id_A":"hcbddl8","c_root_id_B":"hcbvgbs","created_at_utc_A":1631284009,"created_at_utc_B":1631291360,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"I've worked in dealerships and the payoff *usually* didn't affect the trade value, that's just for them to be able to structure the whole deal. And if you owe $50k on a car worth $35k, you better have a big down payment or they know you're a waste of their time.  The only time I saw the payoff affect the trade value is if the car is worth $10k and you say the payoff is $8k they might offer $8k because most people just want the car paid off. In that situation just do your research and say \"I know my car is worth $10k, give me 10 and we have a deal\"","human_ref_B":"They can smell fear.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7351.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"mvldjc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a general consensus on the minimum ride height to avoid 99% of scraping? Heyo, i've got a mk6 golf. Stock suspension at the moment. Generally the lowest point on my car is around 8 inches off the ground (there is one spot thats 7 inches but its just a low spot on a skid plate.). I'd like to lower the car as much as I can without getting myself into a scenario where i'd have to avoid speed bumps, driveways, and uneven roads. Looking online all I can find is that most speedbumps are 3-6 inches high, meaning that potentially i'm already at the limit of how low I can comfortably go at 7 inches. I am a delivery guy and can't have a scenario where I can't get to a house quickly due to a speedbump. As the title says is there a general consensus on how low a car can safely go before you have to worry about scraping?","c_root_id_A":"gvd1syz","c_root_id_B":"gvd17ag","created_at_utc_A":1619034828,"created_at_utc_B":1619034571,"score_A":19,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Just go as low as you want. The scraping will stop eventually..","human_ref_B":"My RS had five inches of ground clearance and it wasn't enough. So, I'd say six is a minimum.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":257.0,"score_ratio":2.7142857143}
{"post_id":"mvldjc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a general consensus on the minimum ride height to avoid 99% of scraping? Heyo, i've got a mk6 golf. Stock suspension at the moment. Generally the lowest point on my car is around 8 inches off the ground (there is one spot thats 7 inches but its just a low spot on a skid plate.). I'd like to lower the car as much as I can without getting myself into a scenario where i'd have to avoid speed bumps, driveways, and uneven roads. Looking online all I can find is that most speedbumps are 3-6 inches high, meaning that potentially i'm already at the limit of how low I can comfortably go at 7 inches. I am a delivery guy and can't have a scenario where I can't get to a house quickly due to a speedbump. As the title says is there a general consensus on how low a car can safely go before you have to worry about scraping?","c_root_id_A":"gvd1syz","c_root_id_B":"gvcvdl8","created_at_utc_A":1619034828,"created_at_utc_B":1619032061,"score_A":19,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Just go as low as you want. The scraping will stop eventually..","human_ref_B":"Check out the Eibach Pro Kit lowering springs for your car for an indication. It is known to lower the vehicle without ruining the ride or scraping everywhere.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2767.0,"score_ratio":4.75}
{"post_id":"mvldjc","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.8,"history":"Is there a general consensus on the minimum ride height to avoid 99% of scraping? Heyo, i've got a mk6 golf. Stock suspension at the moment. Generally the lowest point on my car is around 8 inches off the ground (there is one spot thats 7 inches but its just a low spot on a skid plate.). I'd like to lower the car as much as I can without getting myself into a scenario where i'd have to avoid speed bumps, driveways, and uneven roads. Looking online all I can find is that most speedbumps are 3-6 inches high, meaning that potentially i'm already at the limit of how low I can comfortably go at 7 inches. I am a delivery guy and can't have a scenario where I can't get to a house quickly due to a speedbump. As the title says is there a general consensus on how low a car can safely go before you have to worry about scraping?","c_root_id_A":"gvcvdl8","c_root_id_B":"gvd17ag","created_at_utc_A":1619032061,"created_at_utc_B":1619034571,"score_A":4,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"Check out the Eibach Pro Kit lowering springs for your car for an indication. It is known to lower the vehicle without ruining the ride or scraping everywhere.","human_ref_B":"My RS had five inches of ground clearance and it wasn't enough. So, I'd say six is a minimum.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2510.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"bzsrha","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What should I know about buying a car with a salvage title? I\u2019m planning to purchase a Chevrolet Super Sport sedan (2015-17) to replace my Chevrolet Cruze in the near future. The owner says the car was purchased under a salvage title and my dad says he\u2019s willing to help me purchase the car, but he wants to know what to expect or what to be aware of when purchasing a car with a salvage title. The owner says the car has been repaired back to its factory condition, and the pictures of the vehicle on Autotrader seem to back up his claims. Anything would be helpful to know!","c_root_id_A":"eqwmn9g","c_root_id_B":"eqwmjsa","created_at_utc_A":1560358962,"created_at_utc_B":1560358925,"score_A":32,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Before pics of what caused the salvage claim.  If it's flood, walk or better yet run away.","human_ref_B":"Newer cars can be given a salavged title just because of cosmetic damage. Things such as bumber cracks and scratches, if the cost is more than its worth to fix. That being said they can also be a mechanical salvage which basically covers everything thats not cosmetic. For example, the motor or transmissio etc. So if it was repaired to factort condition by a decent shop then you should mainly expect normal wear and tear. If it was restored to just look factory then you could hace more mechanical issues down the road depending in what the damage was which caused it to become a salvage.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":37.0,"score_ratio":4.0}
{"post_id":"bzsrha","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.95,"history":"What should I know about buying a car with a salvage title? I\u2019m planning to purchase a Chevrolet Super Sport sedan (2015-17) to replace my Chevrolet Cruze in the near future. The owner says the car was purchased under a salvage title and my dad says he\u2019s willing to help me purchase the car, but he wants to know what to expect or what to be aware of when purchasing a car with a salvage title. The owner says the car has been repaired back to its factory condition, and the pictures of the vehicle on Autotrader seem to back up his claims. Anything would be helpful to know!","c_root_id_A":"eqwmjsa","c_root_id_B":"eqwvun7","created_at_utc_A":1560358925,"created_at_utc_B":1560362157,"score_A":8,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Newer cars can be given a salavged title just because of cosmetic damage. Things such as bumber cracks and scratches, if the cost is more than its worth to fix. That being said they can also be a mechanical salvage which basically covers everything thats not cosmetic. For example, the motor or transmissio etc. So if it was repaired to factort condition by a decent shop then you should mainly expect normal wear and tear. If it was restored to just look factory then you could hace more mechanical issues down the road depending in what the damage was which caused it to become a salvage.","human_ref_B":"Never buy it without a mechanic you trust looking at it","labels":0,"seconds_difference":3232.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"pz3qav","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is there a valid reason NOT own a hybrid? I bought a used 2019 Camry XSE a couple weeks ago. I like it *a lot* but I can't stop thinking about getting a hybrid cause I heard it just saves so much money on gas and it's equally as reliable. Maintenance from what I know, is not as big as people make it to be.  I heard that as long as it's under 150k miles and younger than 10 years old in CA, then the battery can just get replaced by law so there's like no downsides of hybrids besides price which isn't a concern imo cause even the cheapest hybrids can cost less than most petroleum cars.  I'm thinking of trading in this car for a Corolla Hybrid. No final words but I am expecting to get the pink slip soon and I would like to know if there is anything I overlooked before making that decision.","c_root_id_A":"heymwml","c_root_id_B":"heyf3hd","created_at_utc_A":1633086468,"created_at_utc_B":1633079832,"score_A":17,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Complexity and long-term servicing aren't big issues as Prius taxis have been running non-stop for the last two decades.  I would say another valid reason is just there not being a valid use case. I live in a rural area with low population density and my paid-off car gets 35+ mpg on my commute. Sure, I could get double the mileage, but I'm only saving $17 a month based on some quick math - it doesn't really justify buying a whole new car to save what is a drop in a bucket and I have no way to charge something like an EV at my apartment. The value proposition swings in the opposite direction if my commute was exclusively in a dense urban area and that's when electric and hybrid options become more lucrative.","human_ref_B":"Um, not fucking wanting one...  Reliability.  Cost.  Long term servicing.  Parts availability.  Long term cost  I ran the numbers and for me you start to break even at about 200,000 Km over the cars life over an equivalent non-hybrid, we typically do around 15,000km a year, so that's 13 years, I don't know that I'd trust the long term reliability of a hybrid for 13 years without needing expensive battery replacement etc.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":6636.0,"score_ratio":1.4166666667}
{"post_id":"pz3qav","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is there a valid reason NOT own a hybrid? I bought a used 2019 Camry XSE a couple weeks ago. I like it *a lot* but I can't stop thinking about getting a hybrid cause I heard it just saves so much money on gas and it's equally as reliable. Maintenance from what I know, is not as big as people make it to be.  I heard that as long as it's under 150k miles and younger than 10 years old in CA, then the battery can just get replaced by law so there's like no downsides of hybrids besides price which isn't a concern imo cause even the cheapest hybrids can cost less than most petroleum cars.  I'm thinking of trading in this car for a Corolla Hybrid. No final words but I am expecting to get the pink slip soon and I would like to know if there is anything I overlooked before making that decision.","c_root_id_A":"heyen4o","c_root_id_B":"heymwml","created_at_utc_A":1633079405,"created_at_utc_B":1633086468,"score_A":7,"score_B":17,"human_ref_A":"Cost, my 96 Camry that I got for 2 grand and can fix myself for 23 cents still gets me 30 mpg and cruises at 90 comfortably with ice cold ac... What more could you want?  I could get a $40k Prius that I can't turn a wrench on (I know, they're reliable) and pay for for the next while, but I wouldn't be saving anything  If you're one of those guys in the market for new it's the better option since you would feel the extra cost less... But still not the best","human_ref_B":"Complexity and long-term servicing aren't big issues as Prius taxis have been running non-stop for the last two decades.  I would say another valid reason is just there not being a valid use case. I live in a rural area with low population density and my paid-off car gets 35+ mpg on my commute. Sure, I could get double the mileage, but I'm only saving $17 a month based on some quick math - it doesn't really justify buying a whole new car to save what is a drop in a bucket and I have no way to charge something like an EV at my apartment. The value proposition swings in the opposite direction if my commute was exclusively in a dense urban area and that's when electric and hybrid options become more lucrative.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7063.0,"score_ratio":2.4285714286}
{"post_id":"pz3qav","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is there a valid reason NOT own a hybrid? I bought a used 2019 Camry XSE a couple weeks ago. I like it *a lot* but I can't stop thinking about getting a hybrid cause I heard it just saves so much money on gas and it's equally as reliable. Maintenance from what I know, is not as big as people make it to be.  I heard that as long as it's under 150k miles and younger than 10 years old in CA, then the battery can just get replaced by law so there's like no downsides of hybrids besides price which isn't a concern imo cause even the cheapest hybrids can cost less than most petroleum cars.  I'm thinking of trading in this car for a Corolla Hybrid. No final words but I am expecting to get the pink slip soon and I would like to know if there is anything I overlooked before making that decision.","c_root_id_A":"heymwml","c_root_id_B":"heyg3xk","created_at_utc_A":1633086468,"created_at_utc_B":1633080784,"score_A":17,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Complexity and long-term servicing aren't big issues as Prius taxis have been running non-stop for the last two decades.  I would say another valid reason is just there not being a valid use case. I live in a rural area with low population density and my paid-off car gets 35+ mpg on my commute. Sure, I could get double the mileage, but I'm only saving $17 a month based on some quick math - it doesn't really justify buying a whole new car to save what is a drop in a bucket and I have no way to charge something like an EV at my apartment. The value proposition swings in the opposite direction if my commute was exclusively in a dense urban area and that's when electric and hybrid options become more lucrative.","human_ref_B":"Hybrid adds complexity. Complexity adds increased maintenance costs. For some reason, Toyota hybrids are very popular as taxis in Australia. Maybe that is enough to convince you to buy a hybrid.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":5684.0,"score_ratio":5.6666666667}
{"post_id":"pz3qav","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Is there a valid reason NOT own a hybrid? I bought a used 2019 Camry XSE a couple weeks ago. I like it *a lot* but I can't stop thinking about getting a hybrid cause I heard it just saves so much money on gas and it's equally as reliable. Maintenance from what I know, is not as big as people make it to be.  I heard that as long as it's under 150k miles and younger than 10 years old in CA, then the battery can just get replaced by law so there's like no downsides of hybrids besides price which isn't a concern imo cause even the cheapest hybrids can cost less than most petroleum cars.  I'm thinking of trading in this car for a Corolla Hybrid. No final words but I am expecting to get the pink slip soon and I would like to know if there is anything I overlooked before making that decision.","c_root_id_A":"heyen4o","c_root_id_B":"heyf3hd","created_at_utc_A":1633079405,"created_at_utc_B":1633079832,"score_A":7,"score_B":12,"human_ref_A":"Cost, my 96 Camry that I got for 2 grand and can fix myself for 23 cents still gets me 30 mpg and cruises at 90 comfortably with ice cold ac... What more could you want?  I could get a $40k Prius that I can't turn a wrench on (I know, they're reliable) and pay for for the next while, but I wouldn't be saving anything  If you're one of those guys in the market for new it's the better option since you would feel the extra cost less... But still not the best","human_ref_B":"Um, not fucking wanting one...  Reliability.  Cost.  Long term servicing.  Parts availability.  Long term cost  I ran the numbers and for me you start to break even at about 200,000 Km over the cars life over an equivalent non-hybrid, we typically do around 15,000km a year, so that's 13 years, I don't know that I'd trust the long term reliability of a hybrid for 13 years without needing expensive battery replacement etc.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":427.0,"score_ratio":1.7142857143}
{"post_id":"5uqyvp","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Is it safe to flat tow an automatic? Hi Guys and Gals,  I can't remember where I've been told to not flat tow an automatic, but for some reason its stuck with me. I was just wondering if over short distances say a couple hundred meters is it safe enough to flat tow an automatic in neutral? An example being if the engine's crapped out or its out of fuel.  Cheers and have a good day.","c_root_id_A":"ddwojag","c_root_id_B":"ddw95is","created_at_utc_A":1487437762,"created_at_utc_B":1487400547,"score_A":8,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"over a short distance you are fine, just go slow.   the reason you should never tow an automatic over longer distances or at speed is because the pump for the automatic transmission is driven off the engine. without the engine running there is no fluid moving through the automatic and it will burn itself up. There are  external pumps that can be added and are very popular with the RV community","human_ref_B":"You'll be fine. Go slow, but I've pulled cars with a wheel-lift truck for a few miles without incident before. I'd say keep it below 30mph or so if possible   Source: was tow truck driver.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":37215.0,"score_ratio":2.6666666667}
{"post_id":"j655fd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Adding modern electric features to an old car?    I test drove a 2019 Chevy Cruze($19K). I fell in love with some of its premium features and would like to have aftermarket tech installed on my 2007 Honda Oddessy. Here from Atlanta  Would you tell me what types of after market tech is possible?  Examples of features I like:  Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Push button start  Remote start  (The whole keyless entry package)  Backup camera  Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Bose audio  Tire pressure monitoring system  Lane keep assist  Blind spot avoidance system  Cross traffic alert system  Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Auto-dim fog lights  Halo style headlights  Thanks for your help!","c_root_id_A":"g7w8jfl","c_root_id_B":"g7x175x","created_at_utc_A":1601992915,"created_at_utc_B":1602006904,"score_A":8,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"The only thing in your list that you can reasonably do is the remote car starter for around $350. 50% of your request aren\u2019t even possible to add to an older car. The rest of them would cost you way more than is worth putting into a 2007 Honda.","human_ref_B":"While I agree with the comment \"just buy the car with the features\", for the sake of interest let's go through the list;   \\- Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Not sure how that works, I guess keyless entry is linked to it?  &#x200B;   \\- Push button start  Very easy, wire a push button from ignition live to the starter circuit.  &#x200B;   \\- Remote start  There's kits available.  &#x200B;   \\- (The whole keyless entry package)  Aftermarket alarm\/immobilisers may offer this nowadays, likewise remote start etc.  &#x200B;   \\- Backup camera  Millions of kits all over ebay etc., from basic to built-into-the-rear-view-mirror-with-dashcam, take your pick.   \\- Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Aftermarket gauges are a thing, but honestly pointy needles are far more intuitive than a number readout. VDO Vision get my vote but there's infinite options \/ styles \/ prices including phone apps that read OBDII.  &#x200B;  \\- Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Double-DIN Android head units are all over ebay for peanuts to thousands with all the features.  &#x200B;   \\- Bose audio  Aftermarket stereos, speakers, amps, etc. have been around forever. Bose aren't actually that great.  &#x200B;   \\- Tire pressure monitoring system  Kits all over eBay.  &#x200B;   \\- Lane keep assist, Blind spot avoidance system, Cross traffic alert system  Very unlikely unless you want to learn OpenMV and throw a few Raspberry Pis in your car.  &#x200B;   \\- Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Aftermarket parking sensor kits could do the warning but don't tinker with your brakes please.  &#x200B;   \\- Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Surprisingly possible using an aftermarket parking sensor kit, raspberry pi, some electronics, maybe a camera + OpenMV... but I'm pretty sure it would be illegal as hell to actually USE that on the road without approval.  &#x200B;   \\- Auto-dim fog lights  Why would you need your foglights to automatically dim?  &#x200B;   \\- Halo style headlights  There's a million crappy aftermarket LED halo lights on ebay, take your pick from plain white to super-disco.  &#x200B;  So, all in, a surprising number of them are at least possible - if you're willing to do some work. But, they're not going to be as good, as well-integrated or as reliable as stuff that comes nicely packaged from the factory.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":13989.0,"score_ratio":1.375}
{"post_id":"j655fd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Adding modern electric features to an old car?    I test drove a 2019 Chevy Cruze($19K). I fell in love with some of its premium features and would like to have aftermarket tech installed on my 2007 Honda Oddessy. Here from Atlanta  Would you tell me what types of after market tech is possible?  Examples of features I like:  Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Push button start  Remote start  (The whole keyless entry package)  Backup camera  Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Bose audio  Tire pressure monitoring system  Lane keep assist  Blind spot avoidance system  Cross traffic alert system  Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Auto-dim fog lights  Halo style headlights  Thanks for your help!","c_root_id_A":"g7wglq9","c_root_id_B":"g7x175x","created_at_utc_A":1601997241,"created_at_utc_B":1602006904,"score_A":4,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I'm sure west coast customs would be able to help you with that lul","human_ref_B":"While I agree with the comment \"just buy the car with the features\", for the sake of interest let's go through the list;   \\- Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Not sure how that works, I guess keyless entry is linked to it?  &#x200B;   \\- Push button start  Very easy, wire a push button from ignition live to the starter circuit.  &#x200B;   \\- Remote start  There's kits available.  &#x200B;   \\- (The whole keyless entry package)  Aftermarket alarm\/immobilisers may offer this nowadays, likewise remote start etc.  &#x200B;   \\- Backup camera  Millions of kits all over ebay etc., from basic to built-into-the-rear-view-mirror-with-dashcam, take your pick.   \\- Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Aftermarket gauges are a thing, but honestly pointy needles are far more intuitive than a number readout. VDO Vision get my vote but there's infinite options \/ styles \/ prices including phone apps that read OBDII.  &#x200B;  \\- Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Double-DIN Android head units are all over ebay for peanuts to thousands with all the features.  &#x200B;   \\- Bose audio  Aftermarket stereos, speakers, amps, etc. have been around forever. Bose aren't actually that great.  &#x200B;   \\- Tire pressure monitoring system  Kits all over eBay.  &#x200B;   \\- Lane keep assist, Blind spot avoidance system, Cross traffic alert system  Very unlikely unless you want to learn OpenMV and throw a few Raspberry Pis in your car.  &#x200B;   \\- Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Aftermarket parking sensor kits could do the warning but don't tinker with your brakes please.  &#x200B;   \\- Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Surprisingly possible using an aftermarket parking sensor kit, raspberry pi, some electronics, maybe a camera + OpenMV... but I'm pretty sure it would be illegal as hell to actually USE that on the road without approval.  &#x200B;   \\- Auto-dim fog lights  Why would you need your foglights to automatically dim?  &#x200B;   \\- Halo style headlights  There's a million crappy aftermarket LED halo lights on ebay, take your pick from plain white to super-disco.  &#x200B;  So, all in, a surprising number of them are at least possible - if you're willing to do some work. But, they're not going to be as good, as well-integrated or as reliable as stuff that comes nicely packaged from the factory.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9663.0,"score_ratio":2.75}
{"post_id":"j655fd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Adding modern electric features to an old car?    I test drove a 2019 Chevy Cruze($19K). I fell in love with some of its premium features and would like to have aftermarket tech installed on my 2007 Honda Oddessy. Here from Atlanta  Would you tell me what types of after market tech is possible?  Examples of features I like:  Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Push button start  Remote start  (The whole keyless entry package)  Backup camera  Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Bose audio  Tire pressure monitoring system  Lane keep assist  Blind spot avoidance system  Cross traffic alert system  Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Auto-dim fog lights  Halo style headlights  Thanks for your help!","c_root_id_A":"g7wb6i9","c_root_id_B":"g7x175x","created_at_utc_A":1601994382,"created_at_utc_B":1602006904,"score_A":2,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"I think you've gotten your answer but I'll add that while all of that is technically possible, doing it in a way that would look even remotely decent would absolutely cost more than replacing your car. Clean it up, get your trade in or private party value and see what it's gonna cost overall.","human_ref_B":"While I agree with the comment \"just buy the car with the features\", for the sake of interest let's go through the list;   \\- Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Not sure how that works, I guess keyless entry is linked to it?  &#x200B;   \\- Push button start  Very easy, wire a push button from ignition live to the starter circuit.  &#x200B;   \\- Remote start  There's kits available.  &#x200B;   \\- (The whole keyless entry package)  Aftermarket alarm\/immobilisers may offer this nowadays, likewise remote start etc.  &#x200B;   \\- Backup camera  Millions of kits all over ebay etc., from basic to built-into-the-rear-view-mirror-with-dashcam, take your pick.   \\- Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Aftermarket gauges are a thing, but honestly pointy needles are far more intuitive than a number readout. VDO Vision get my vote but there's infinite options \/ styles \/ prices including phone apps that read OBDII.  &#x200B;  \\- Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Double-DIN Android head units are all over ebay for peanuts to thousands with all the features.  &#x200B;   \\- Bose audio  Aftermarket stereos, speakers, amps, etc. have been around forever. Bose aren't actually that great.  &#x200B;   \\- Tire pressure monitoring system  Kits all over eBay.  &#x200B;   \\- Lane keep assist, Blind spot avoidance system, Cross traffic alert system  Very unlikely unless you want to learn OpenMV and throw a few Raspberry Pis in your car.  &#x200B;   \\- Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Aftermarket parking sensor kits could do the warning but don't tinker with your brakes please.  &#x200B;   \\- Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Surprisingly possible using an aftermarket parking sensor kit, raspberry pi, some electronics, maybe a camera + OpenMV... but I'm pretty sure it would be illegal as hell to actually USE that on the road without approval.  &#x200B;   \\- Auto-dim fog lights  Why would you need your foglights to automatically dim?  &#x200B;   \\- Halo style headlights  There's a million crappy aftermarket LED halo lights on ebay, take your pick from plain white to super-disco.  &#x200B;  So, all in, a surprising number of them are at least possible - if you're willing to do some work. But, they're not going to be as good, as well-integrated or as reliable as stuff that comes nicely packaged from the factory.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":12522.0,"score_ratio":5.5}
{"post_id":"j655fd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"Adding modern electric features to an old car?    I test drove a 2019 Chevy Cruze($19K). I fell in love with some of its premium features and would like to have aftermarket tech installed on my 2007 Honda Oddessy. Here from Atlanta  Would you tell me what types of after market tech is possible?  Examples of features I like:  Button on door handle to un\/lock car  Push button start  Remote start  (The whole keyless entry package)  Backup camera  Temperature number shows on warm cold dial  Large tablet infotainment system in center integrated with climate control  Bose audio  Tire pressure monitoring system  Lane keep assist  Blind spot avoidance system  Cross traffic alert system  Proximity collision detection system (beeping or braking)  Adaptive cruise control (the whole package)  Auto-dim fog lights  Halo style headlights  Thanks for your help!","c_root_id_A":"g7wb6i9","c_root_id_B":"g7wglq9","created_at_utc_A":1601994382,"created_at_utc_B":1601997241,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"I think you've gotten your answer but I'll add that while all of that is technically possible, doing it in a way that would look even remotely decent would absolutely cost more than replacing your car. Clean it up, get your trade in or private party value and see what it's gonna cost overall.","human_ref_B":"I'm sure west coast customs would be able to help you with that lul","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2859.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kbw88q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Tools to change my own tires - recommendations? Hi,  So unfortunately while my Dad was a great and smart guy, he didn't know much about cars so I never learned too much about them.  I have a few questions about what I need to change my own tires.  I have a '15 Subaru Forester that I put snow tires on every December and remove every March.  The very first season, I did it myself, by getting out the car's jack, jacking each wheel up one at a time, taking off the all-season, putting on the winter tire\/wheel, and repeat 3 more times.  It took me 3 hours.  In the end, I forgot to torque the wheels to the proper specs, and one of the lug nuts came lose after a few weeks and I caught it in time.  Vowing never to do that again, I've been bringing it to a local guy every December to put them on and every March put the all seasons back on.  $50 each time.  After 4 years, I could have probably come close to buying the tools needed to do this myself the right way.  Time is no longer a problem, but it would be nice not to have to spend 3 hours doing it myself.  If I were to get a standard\/professional floor jack and an impact wrench with adjustable torque settings so I can torque the nuts to the proper amount, what would you recommend?    Thanks","c_root_id_A":"gfml9u1","c_root_id_B":"gfmurtj","created_at_utc_A":1607824885,"created_at_utc_B":1607829084,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"As others have state, a torque wrench is what you need to prevent losing a wheel.  A 1\/2\" battery impact will make things go much faster.  Many great brands out there for around $100.","human_ref_B":"Once upon a time, when I worked in a tire shop, we used \"torque sticks\" so we didn't overtighten the lugs (I still double checked with a torque wrench) for DIY, I'd at least get a floor jack, impact wrench] (https:\/\/www.harborfreight.com\/12-in-heavy-duty-composite-air-impact-wrench-with-2-in-anvil-63385.html) and [flip socket.  The socket in the kit I referenced has the most common sizes you'd need.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":4199.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"kbw88q","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Tools to change my own tires - recommendations? Hi,  So unfortunately while my Dad was a great and smart guy, he didn't know much about cars so I never learned too much about them.  I have a few questions about what I need to change my own tires.  I have a '15 Subaru Forester that I put snow tires on every December and remove every March.  The very first season, I did it myself, by getting out the car's jack, jacking each wheel up one at a time, taking off the all-season, putting on the winter tire\/wheel, and repeat 3 more times.  It took me 3 hours.  In the end, I forgot to torque the wheels to the proper specs, and one of the lug nuts came lose after a few weeks and I caught it in time.  Vowing never to do that again, I've been bringing it to a local guy every December to put them on and every March put the all seasons back on.  $50 each time.  After 4 years, I could have probably come close to buying the tools needed to do this myself the right way.  Time is no longer a problem, but it would be nice not to have to spend 3 hours doing it myself.  If I were to get a standard\/professional floor jack and an impact wrench with adjustable torque settings so I can torque the nuts to the proper amount, what would you recommend?    Thanks","c_root_id_A":"gfml9u1","c_root_id_B":"gfnb0pj","created_at_utc_A":1607824885,"created_at_utc_B":1607836351,"score_A":2,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"As others have state, a torque wrench is what you need to prevent losing a wheel.  A 1\/2\" battery impact will make things go much faster.  Many great brands out there for around $100.","human_ref_B":"Why do you have all seasons and winter tires?","labels":0,"seconds_difference":11466.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"zdlc1m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Help stranded?? 2000 tahoe no start no crank 2000 tahoe 215k miles ne battery starter alternator in last few months. Started and drove to work fine this morning, haven\u2019t had issues with it. Turned truck off at work and have a no start no crank failure after that. Doesn\u2019t change with a jump start or in neutral.   Have power to the crank fuse, all the ignition fuses and ignition relay\/starter relay both engage when you turn the key.   Interior and dash lights work, no security warning. Headlights work etc.   Out of ideas","c_root_id_A":"iz23ij5","c_root_id_B":"iz23h56","created_at_utc_A":1670278324,"created_at_utc_B":1670278307,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Does the starter solenoid click in? Do the lights dim if you try starting it?","human_ref_B":"Check voltage and signal at starter.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":17.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"zdlc1m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.92,"history":"Help stranded?? 2000 tahoe no start no crank 2000 tahoe 215k miles ne battery starter alternator in last few months. Started and drove to work fine this morning, haven\u2019t had issues with it. Turned truck off at work and have a no start no crank failure after that. Doesn\u2019t change with a jump start or in neutral.   Have power to the crank fuse, all the ignition fuses and ignition relay\/starter relay both engage when you turn the key.   Interior and dash lights work, no security warning. Headlights work etc.   Out of ideas","c_root_id_A":"iz2khwm","c_root_id_B":"iz23h56","created_at_utc_A":1670285663,"created_at_utc_B":1670278307,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"I will be following your adventures. Have a 2000 S10 that no-cranks after it had been running fine and shuts the dashboard off, think it\u2019s a ground or a harness problem, and would like to see what you find.  (You having any weird symptoms like your headlights turning on when they should be off? lol)","human_ref_B":"Check voltage and signal at starter.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":7356.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"fxvaoq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Engine cranks but won't start after changing valve cover gasket?  Hi guys,  I recently changed the valve cover gasket on my 2004 Honda CRV. When reattaching the valve cover I accidentally over-torqued one of the valve cover nuts and stripped the camshaft holder bolt. So replaced the bolt and torqued it to the proper specs. After bolting everything back down, my engine will crank but engine wont start. The battery is fine. Any suggestions?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"fmxvt15","c_root_id_B":"fmwudef","created_at_utc_A":1586472864,"created_at_utc_B":1586453194,"score_A":6,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Don't discount the power of coincidence. Been there more than once. spent hours trying to find what I did wrong, only to find it was something unrelated.","human_ref_B":"The kick starter or the fuel pump fuse relay got defective.   Check both.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":19670.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"fxvaoq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Engine cranks but won't start after changing valve cover gasket?  Hi guys,  I recently changed the valve cover gasket on my 2004 Honda CRV. When reattaching the valve cover I accidentally over-torqued one of the valve cover nuts and stripped the camshaft holder bolt. So replaced the bolt and torqued it to the proper specs. After bolting everything back down, my engine will crank but engine wont start. The battery is fine. Any suggestions?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"fmwqf6n","c_root_id_B":"fmxvt15","created_at_utc_A":1586451196,"created_at_utc_B":1586472864,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Ground strap?","human_ref_B":"Don't discount the power of coincidence. Been there more than once. spent hours trying to find what I did wrong, only to find it was something unrelated.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":21668.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"fxvaoq","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.85,"history":"Engine cranks but won't start after changing valve cover gasket?  Hi guys,  I recently changed the valve cover gasket on my 2004 Honda CRV. When reattaching the valve cover I accidentally over-torqued one of the valve cover nuts and stripped the camshaft holder bolt. So replaced the bolt and torqued it to the proper specs. After bolting everything back down, my engine will crank but engine wont start. The battery is fine. Any suggestions?  Thanks","c_root_id_A":"fmwudef","c_root_id_B":"fmwqf6n","created_at_utc_A":1586453194,"created_at_utc_B":1586451196,"score_A":3,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The kick starter or the fuel pump fuse relay got defective.   Check both.","human_ref_B":"Ground strap?","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1998.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"mo2ty2","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.86,"history":"Can i hold the clutch fully in on straight roads? Sometimes i like to give the car enough gas to reach speedlimit on straight roads and then lift my foot of the gas and holding the clutch all the way (not halfway), similar to how a bicycle rides when you arent pedalling. This allows me to fokus more on braking while i let the car cruise especially on downhill roads Is this damaging the vehicle in any way?  Or maybe is it saving fuel somehow :P? Or should i just stop this habit.","c_root_id_A":"gu17ii4","c_root_id_B":"gu1839r","created_at_utc_A":1618054225,"created_at_utc_B":1618054717,"score_A":20,"score_B":42,"human_ref_A":"Yes it\u2019s bad. Don\u2019t do this. I\u2019m no mechanic but it wears out the pressure plate in the clutch assembly (someone correct me with technical details). Additionally, it does not save fuel because the engine computer will only reduce fuel when you are coasting \/ idling when are actually fully in gear.","human_ref_B":"1. It is dangerous. The car should not be out of gear and coasting on the roads. It should also be in gear especially when going down hills.  2. It does not save fuel. It injects fuel to keep the car idling. If you let off the gas with the clutch engaged it will use zero fuel as the engine is spun from the transmission.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":492.0,"score_ratio":2.1}
{"post_id":"ud8u8e","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can you get rid of wheel gap without losing ground clearance? Is there a way for me to decrease the wheel gap on my 2003 eclipse without losing alot of ground clearance, which is needed where I live?","c_root_id_A":"i6g6jvj","c_root_id_B":"i6fx45b","created_at_utc_A":1651092419,"created_at_utc_B":1651088769,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"No, but airbag suspension might give you what you want in terms of looks when you're parked.","human_ref_B":"Bigger wheels. But then they will rub on the body. Or fender flares, but it's hard to make them look good when you just slap them on factory height cars.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":3650.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"adowa0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does using your car's electronics increase fuel use? I've seen some mention recently of the \"cost\" of using car electronics, regarding fuel use. For example, how much it \"costs\" to use your turn signal, turn up the stereo, etc. My question is, these things certainly use more electricity, but how, on a normal car does that equate to more fuel used? I know some high line cars (especially newer, European ones) can have alternators that lower their resistance on the belt when they less power is needed, for performance gain, but those are a slim percentage of cars out there. But isn't the alternator on, say, my old pickup just always engaged? They don't have clutches, do they? So why not use all the energy it can generate if it's running all the time anyway? Am I missing something here?","c_root_id_A":"edkayob","c_root_id_B":"edj5mf4","created_at_utc_A":1546960206,"created_at_utc_B":1546915361,"score_A":6,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"As load increases on the electrical system the alternator will draw more load off the engine. That applies to any vehicle not just newer ones.  As far as how much it would affect mileage, not much at all under normal circumstances.  Lets do a rough quick estimate, the average car needs about 20HP to maintain 60 MPH on a totally flat road, so lets say you're using 20HP which is 15,000W of power out of your engines crank shaft.  You turn on your radio which at a very loud volume will use something like 20W of power, now your car is using 15,020W to maintain 60MPH. Such a small difference that you wouldn't be able to see a difference in fuel usage.  The average alternator can supply about 50-70A, so for fun lets say you turn literally everything on and you have aftermarket lights and a stereo and other electronics, you max out the alternator which at 12V 70A is 840W of power and maintain that for the whole tank of gas.  Now your engine is producing 15,840W of power to maintain 60MPH, which is enough that you'd probably see a small percentage difference in your mileage, maybe 5% or so.","human_ref_B":"The majority of the resistance in the alternator is when it is producing amperage. If there is no amp draw, the resistance is small.  You can very easily spin an alternator by hand off the car. It actually will spin for a few revolutions on its own  when you spin it fast.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":44845.0,"score_ratio":1.2}
{"post_id":"adowa0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does using your car's electronics increase fuel use? I've seen some mention recently of the \"cost\" of using car electronics, regarding fuel use. For example, how much it \"costs\" to use your turn signal, turn up the stereo, etc. My question is, these things certainly use more electricity, but how, on a normal car does that equate to more fuel used? I know some high line cars (especially newer, European ones) can have alternators that lower their resistance on the belt when they less power is needed, for performance gain, but those are a slim percentage of cars out there. But isn't the alternator on, say, my old pickup just always engaged? They don't have clutches, do they? So why not use all the energy it can generate if it's running all the time anyway? Am I missing something here?","c_root_id_A":"edkaj2o","c_root_id_B":"edkayob","created_at_utc_A":1546959847,"created_at_utc_B":1546960206,"score_A":3,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"The more load you have on your alternator, the harder it is to spin, so the engine has to use more fuel to keep at the same rpm.  If you ever have an electric motor, spin it with your fingers, it spins freely. Now attach a light bulb or something to it and spin it. Its much harder to spin because its got a load on it.","human_ref_B":"As load increases on the electrical system the alternator will draw more load off the engine. That applies to any vehicle not just newer ones.  As far as how much it would affect mileage, not much at all under normal circumstances.  Lets do a rough quick estimate, the average car needs about 20HP to maintain 60 MPH on a totally flat road, so lets say you're using 20HP which is 15,000W of power out of your engines crank shaft.  You turn on your radio which at a very loud volume will use something like 20W of power, now your car is using 15,020W to maintain 60MPH. Such a small difference that you wouldn't be able to see a difference in fuel usage.  The average alternator can supply about 50-70A, so for fun lets say you turn literally everything on and you have aftermarket lights and a stereo and other electronics, you max out the alternator which at 12V 70A is 840W of power and maintain that for the whole tank of gas.  Now your engine is producing 15,840W of power to maintain 60MPH, which is enough that you'd probably see a small percentage difference in your mileage, maybe 5% or so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":359.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"adowa0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does using your car's electronics increase fuel use? I've seen some mention recently of the \"cost\" of using car electronics, regarding fuel use. For example, how much it \"costs\" to use your turn signal, turn up the stereo, etc. My question is, these things certainly use more electricity, but how, on a normal car does that equate to more fuel used? I know some high line cars (especially newer, European ones) can have alternators that lower their resistance on the belt when they less power is needed, for performance gain, but those are a slim percentage of cars out there. But isn't the alternator on, say, my old pickup just always engaged? They don't have clutches, do they? So why not use all the energy it can generate if it's running all the time anyway? Am I missing something here?","c_root_id_A":"edj51gm","c_root_id_B":"edkayob","created_at_utc_A":1546914969,"created_at_utc_B":1546960206,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Some cars, such as VW Jetta's have a clutch for the alternator. Could see more electrical draw causing more fuel usage. Yet I think anything other than an aftermarket sound system would make much of a negligible difference.","human_ref_B":"As load increases on the electrical system the alternator will draw more load off the engine. That applies to any vehicle not just newer ones.  As far as how much it would affect mileage, not much at all under normal circumstances.  Lets do a rough quick estimate, the average car needs about 20HP to maintain 60 MPH on a totally flat road, so lets say you're using 20HP which is 15,000W of power out of your engines crank shaft.  You turn on your radio which at a very loud volume will use something like 20W of power, now your car is using 15,020W to maintain 60MPH. Such a small difference that you wouldn't be able to see a difference in fuel usage.  The average alternator can supply about 50-70A, so for fun lets say you turn literally everything on and you have aftermarket lights and a stereo and other electronics, you max out the alternator which at 12V 70A is 840W of power and maintain that for the whole tank of gas.  Now your engine is producing 15,840W of power to maintain 60MPH, which is enough that you'd probably see a small percentage difference in your mileage, maybe 5% or so.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":45237.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"adowa0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does using your car's electronics increase fuel use? I've seen some mention recently of the \"cost\" of using car electronics, regarding fuel use. For example, how much it \"costs\" to use your turn signal, turn up the stereo, etc. My question is, these things certainly use more electricity, but how, on a normal car does that equate to more fuel used? I know some high line cars (especially newer, European ones) can have alternators that lower their resistance on the belt when they less power is needed, for performance gain, but those are a slim percentage of cars out there. But isn't the alternator on, say, my old pickup just always engaged? They don't have clutches, do they? So why not use all the energy it can generate if it's running all the time anyway? Am I missing something here?","c_root_id_A":"edj5mf4","c_root_id_B":"edj51gm","created_at_utc_A":1546915361,"created_at_utc_B":1546914969,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"The majority of the resistance in the alternator is when it is producing amperage. If there is no amp draw, the resistance is small.  You can very easily spin an alternator by hand off the car. It actually will spin for a few revolutions on its own  when you spin it fast.","human_ref_B":"Some cars, such as VW Jetta's have a clutch for the alternator. Could see more electrical draw causing more fuel usage. Yet I think anything other than an aftermarket sound system would make much of a negligible difference.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":392.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"adowa0","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"Does using your car's electronics increase fuel use? I've seen some mention recently of the \"cost\" of using car electronics, regarding fuel use. For example, how much it \"costs\" to use your turn signal, turn up the stereo, etc. My question is, these things certainly use more electricity, but how, on a normal car does that equate to more fuel used? I know some high line cars (especially newer, European ones) can have alternators that lower their resistance on the belt when they less power is needed, for performance gain, but those are a slim percentage of cars out there. But isn't the alternator on, say, my old pickup just always engaged? They don't have clutches, do they? So why not use all the energy it can generate if it's running all the time anyway? Am I missing something here?","c_root_id_A":"edj51gm","c_root_id_B":"edkaj2o","created_at_utc_A":1546914969,"created_at_utc_B":1546959847,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Some cars, such as VW Jetta's have a clutch for the alternator. Could see more electrical draw causing more fuel usage. Yet I think anything other than an aftermarket sound system would make much of a negligible difference.","human_ref_B":"The more load you have on your alternator, the harder it is to spin, so the engine has to use more fuel to keep at the same rpm.  If you ever have an electric motor, spin it with your fingers, it spins freely. Now attach a light bulb or something to it and spin it. Its much harder to spin because its got a load on it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":44878.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"ku4rnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I put a timing belt replacement off for a little longer? On Saturday my catalytic converter was stolen and the money that I had saved to change my timing belt had to go on replacing it. Apparently my car needs it's timing belt changed every 7 years or 70,000 miles. It's been 20 years and 75,000 miles and I cant find any record of a timing belt change in the service history. Is this an urgent issue or can I (probably) put it off for a few more months? (UK 2001 1.4 Honda Civic S)","c_root_id_A":"giqarg6","c_root_id_B":"giq1xko","created_at_utc_A":1610251438,"created_at_utc_B":1610246541,"score_A":20,"score_B":7,"human_ref_A":"You\u2019re playing with fire","human_ref_B":"It should have been done at when the car was 7 years old. Hence 7 years or 70000 miles. Needs to be done asap.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":4897.0,"score_ratio":2.8571428571}
{"post_id":"ku4rnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I put a timing belt replacement off for a little longer? On Saturday my catalytic converter was stolen and the money that I had saved to change my timing belt had to go on replacing it. Apparently my car needs it's timing belt changed every 7 years or 70,000 miles. It's been 20 years and 75,000 miles and I cant find any record of a timing belt change in the service history. Is this an urgent issue or can I (probably) put it off for a few more months? (UK 2001 1.4 Honda Civic S)","c_root_id_A":"gipxgzb","c_root_id_B":"giqarg6","created_at_utc_A":1610244158,"created_at_utc_B":1610251438,"score_A":3,"score_B":20,"human_ref_A":"If a timing belt breaks it will more than likely bend a rod or worse so I would do it asap that being said you might be able to stretch it for a little bit but I wouldn't risk it if you don't have to.","human_ref_B":"You\u2019re playing with fire","labels":0,"seconds_difference":7280.0,"score_ratio":6.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ku4rnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I put a timing belt replacement off for a little longer? On Saturday my catalytic converter was stolen and the money that I had saved to change my timing belt had to go on replacing it. Apparently my car needs it's timing belt changed every 7 years or 70,000 miles. It's been 20 years and 75,000 miles and I cant find any record of a timing belt change in the service history. Is this an urgent issue or can I (probably) put it off for a few more months? (UK 2001 1.4 Honda Civic S)","c_root_id_A":"giq1xko","c_root_id_B":"giqg5a0","created_at_utc_A":1610246541,"created_at_utc_B":1610254550,"score_A":7,"score_B":11,"human_ref_A":"It should have been done at when the car was 7 years old. Hence 7 years or 70000 miles. Needs to be done asap.","human_ref_B":"You can, until you can't, if that makes sense. Problem is, you don't know where that line is, and once you cross it, you're likely looking at an engine rebuild (depending if you have a non-interference engine or not). To quote another commenter, you're playing with fire.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8009.0,"score_ratio":1.5714285714}
{"post_id":"ku4rnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I put a timing belt replacement off for a little longer? On Saturday my catalytic converter was stolen and the money that I had saved to change my timing belt had to go on replacing it. Apparently my car needs it's timing belt changed every 7 years or 70,000 miles. It's been 20 years and 75,000 miles and I cant find any record of a timing belt change in the service history. Is this an urgent issue or can I (probably) put it off for a few more months? (UK 2001 1.4 Honda Civic S)","c_root_id_A":"giqg5a0","c_root_id_B":"gipxgzb","created_at_utc_A":1610254550,"created_at_utc_B":1610244158,"score_A":11,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"You can, until you can't, if that makes sense. Problem is, you don't know where that line is, and once you cross it, you're likely looking at an engine rebuild (depending if you have a non-interference engine or not). To quote another commenter, you're playing with fire.","human_ref_B":"If a timing belt breaks it will more than likely bend a rod or worse so I would do it asap that being said you might be able to stretch it for a little bit but I wouldn't risk it if you don't have to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":10392.0,"score_ratio":3.6666666667}
{"post_id":"ku4rnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I put a timing belt replacement off for a little longer? On Saturday my catalytic converter was stolen and the money that I had saved to change my timing belt had to go on replacing it. Apparently my car needs it's timing belt changed every 7 years or 70,000 miles. It's been 20 years and 75,000 miles and I cant find any record of a timing belt change in the service history. Is this an urgent issue or can I (probably) put it off for a few more months? (UK 2001 1.4 Honda Civic S)","c_root_id_A":"giq1xko","c_root_id_B":"gipxgzb","created_at_utc_A":1610246541,"created_at_utc_B":1610244158,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"It should have been done at when the car was 7 years old. Hence 7 years or 70000 miles. Needs to be done asap.","human_ref_B":"If a timing belt breaks it will more than likely bend a rod or worse so I would do it asap that being said you might be able to stretch it for a little bit but I wouldn't risk it if you don't have to.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2383.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}
{"post_id":"ku4rnd","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.93,"history":"Can I put a timing belt replacement off for a little longer? On Saturday my catalytic converter was stolen and the money that I had saved to change my timing belt had to go on replacing it. Apparently my car needs it's timing belt changed every 7 years or 70,000 miles. It's been 20 years and 75,000 miles and I cant find any record of a timing belt change in the service history. Is this an urgent issue or can I (probably) put it off for a few more months? (UK 2001 1.4 Honda Civic S)","c_root_id_A":"giqlgdm","c_root_id_B":"giqxwpr","created_at_utc_A":1610258154,"created_at_utc_B":1610268867,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Timing belt is something you dont put off","human_ref_B":"You should\u2019ve replaced the belt and done the cat later. Timing belt is much more important than a cat. I hope it\u2019s not too late","labels":0,"seconds_difference":10713.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge3pwmn","c_root_id_B":"ge3qmul","created_at_utc_A":1606699036,"created_at_utc_B":1606699454,"score_A":13,"score_B":14,"human_ref_A":"So, a Lexus (toyota build quality with luxury interior), for less money and fewer miles than a Grand Cherokee (mopar cheap plastic interior & weak engineering)? Seems pretty obvious to me. Unless it's a trackhawk cherokee","human_ref_B":"Worst thing if you buy the Lexus is pining after a faster vehicle. Worst thing if you buy the SRT? Poor reliability and quality inside and out.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":418.0,"score_ratio":1.0769230769}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge3qmul","c_root_id_B":"ge3o43v","created_at_utc_A":1606699454,"created_at_utc_B":1606697986,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Worst thing if you buy the Lexus is pining after a faster vehicle. Worst thing if you buy the SRT? Poor reliability and quality inside and out.","human_ref_B":"Get the Lexus, you won\u2019t regret it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1468.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge3qmul","c_root_id_B":"ge3ofxm","created_at_utc_A":1606699454,"created_at_utc_B":1606698182,"score_A":14,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"Worst thing if you buy the Lexus is pining after a faster vehicle. Worst thing if you buy the SRT? Poor reliability and quality inside and out.","human_ref_B":"GX460 all day","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1272.0,"score_ratio":1.75}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge3pwmn","c_root_id_B":"ge3o43v","created_at_utc_A":1606699036,"created_at_utc_B":1606697986,"score_A":13,"score_B":8,"human_ref_A":"So, a Lexus (toyota build quality with luxury interior), for less money and fewer miles than a Grand Cherokee (mopar cheap plastic interior & weak engineering)? Seems pretty obvious to me. Unless it's a trackhawk cherokee","human_ref_B":"Get the Lexus, you won\u2019t regret it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":1050.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge3ofxm","c_root_id_B":"ge3pwmn","created_at_utc_A":1606698182,"created_at_utc_B":1606699036,"score_A":8,"score_B":13,"human_ref_A":"GX460 all day","human_ref_B":"So, a Lexus (toyota build quality with luxury interior), for less money and fewer miles than a Grand Cherokee (mopar cheap plastic interior & weak engineering)? Seems pretty obvious to me. Unless it's a trackhawk cherokee","labels":0,"seconds_difference":854.0,"score_ratio":1.625}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge4iphl","c_root_id_B":"ge3w47d","created_at_utc_A":1606717187,"created_at_utc_B":1606702539,"score_A":5,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"What year is the Jeep?  Based on mileage difference, the Lexus is an obvious reliability choice of most, HOWEVER... The Jeep is the flagship of the Jeep brand (sure, Wrangler may be the face, but the GC is the one they give the most fucks about) and as such has had some of the best build quality FCA has, and generally speaking the better trim an FCA vehicle is, the better the reliability. There's a reason you can still easily find every generation of Grand Cherokee on the road today, you don't have that when things are unreliable and break often.  Provided the Jeep is a 2014+ if you really want it, don't hesitate to go for it if it passes an initial look-over. They've been around for long enough that they've ironed out the problems, and the only thing that was notably new for 2014 was the ZF 8-speed trans, which has shown great reliability (All other new parts like the radio had existed in other models for a while).  If it's pre-2013... Get the Lexus. Pre-2013 isn't BAD, but for that price I definitely wouldn't, and they use an older 5-speed transmission that's not quite as nice a pairing with the engine.  A lot of the internet has a major bias against FCA, and as you may be able to tell from my username, I'm a fan... But I also can admit when they build shit and will tell you which FCA vehicles to avoid... Which is oddly enough the trims\/models enthusiasts wouldn't want anyway. The Grand Cherokee is on the short list of FCA vehicles where I'd feel confident in suggesting it randomly to someone and not expect it to break on them.  Edit: also, for the people complaining about plastic interiors... That's what you get when you buy a base-model vehicle. The whole interior of the SRT will be leather, including the dash and upper 2\/3 of the door panels, and the headliner and pillars should be suede wrapped. The plastic that exists will also be plastic in the correlating location the the Lexus... Aside from maybe the glovebox door.  Also, FCA's infotainment is probably the best you can find for functionality short of Tesla. Even most reviewers who hate FCA admit it.","human_ref_B":"If what you want is hot, nasty bad-ass speed at all costs, other considerations be damned, the SRT is your vehicle. Do be aware that it's neither as well-built nor will the miles have been as easy.  But if you want 4x4 capability, craftsmanship, refinement and are willing to put up with a rapidly dated interior & UI, the Lexus is your option. I'm willing to bet its 22k miles were put on at a much gentler pace than the Jeep.   Personally I would get the Lexus if I could have one car since I tend to bond with vehicles and keep them for a long time.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14648.0,"score_ratio":1.25}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge4iphl","c_root_id_B":"ge3w9qo","created_at_utc_A":1606717187,"created_at_utc_B":1606702622,"score_A":5,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"What year is the Jeep?  Based on mileage difference, the Lexus is an obvious reliability choice of most, HOWEVER... The Jeep is the flagship of the Jeep brand (sure, Wrangler may be the face, but the GC is the one they give the most fucks about) and as such has had some of the best build quality FCA has, and generally speaking the better trim an FCA vehicle is, the better the reliability. There's a reason you can still easily find every generation of Grand Cherokee on the road today, you don't have that when things are unreliable and break often.  Provided the Jeep is a 2014+ if you really want it, don't hesitate to go for it if it passes an initial look-over. They've been around for long enough that they've ironed out the problems, and the only thing that was notably new for 2014 was the ZF 8-speed trans, which has shown great reliability (All other new parts like the radio had existed in other models for a while).  If it's pre-2013... Get the Lexus. Pre-2013 isn't BAD, but for that price I definitely wouldn't, and they use an older 5-speed transmission that's not quite as nice a pairing with the engine.  A lot of the internet has a major bias against FCA, and as you may be able to tell from my username, I'm a fan... But I also can admit when they build shit and will tell you which FCA vehicles to avoid... Which is oddly enough the trims\/models enthusiasts wouldn't want anyway. The Grand Cherokee is on the short list of FCA vehicles where I'd feel confident in suggesting it randomly to someone and not expect it to break on them.  Edit: also, for the people complaining about plastic interiors... That's what you get when you buy a base-model vehicle. The whole interior of the SRT will be leather, including the dash and upper 2\/3 of the door panels, and the headliner and pillars should be suede wrapped. The plastic that exists will also be plastic in the correlating location the the Lexus... Aside from maybe the glovebox door.  Also, FCA's infotainment is probably the best you can find for functionality short of Tesla. Even most reviewers who hate FCA admit it.","human_ref_B":"As a brit the Lexus seems like the smarter choice, the only Jeep we get over here is the Renegade and I despise that car's existence, keep ontop of maintenance and I'm certain the GX will last literal decades. However don't stop yourself from getting an estate (Wagon for you guys across the pond) like, I have 2 adult huskies and an 8 month old Italian Mastiff and a Golf Estate fits them all in fine, I'm sure a Volvo or a decent Audi will be plenty of space and relatively fun... Maybe I'm biased because of smaller roads but there's my two cents anyway, good luck in car hunting mate","labels":1,"seconds_difference":14565.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"k3k64m","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.91,"history":"GX460 or JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT? Alright...  so I am looking to trade in  my 2017 Lexus IS350, I love the car but the reason why? Well, I adopted Zoco. He\u2019s a 65lb sharpei\/ lab mix. Which means, a sedan is just not enough space!    I\u2019ve been searching for some SUVs around my area. I test drove a lot but two vehicles stood out the most.   A. LEXUS GX460 with 22k miles for $39k   B. JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT with 40k miles for $48k    Both are great deals! I can just imagine Zoco  in the back enjoying the car rides :)   So please I need some advices, I\u2019ve been always into fast cars so the SRT would be great but The proven reliability of Lexus vehicles are that can\u2019t be ignored   Help me out and have a wonderful day!","c_root_id_A":"ge456ud","c_root_id_B":"ge4iphl","created_at_utc_A":1606707702,"created_at_utc_B":1606717187,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I have a gx460, only thing I've done would be oil changes, tire rotations and replacing typical maintenance items. I'd never consider an cherokee srt because, well, it is a jeep. If it is any consolation I used to be a bmw mechanic and would really recommend only japanese vehicles to friends when they were looking for a vehicle.","human_ref_B":"What year is the Jeep?  Based on mileage difference, the Lexus is an obvious reliability choice of most, HOWEVER... The Jeep is the flagship of the Jeep brand (sure, Wrangler may be the face, but the GC is the one they give the most fucks about) and as such has had some of the best build quality FCA has, and generally speaking the better trim an FCA vehicle is, the better the reliability. There's a reason you can still easily find every generation of Grand Cherokee on the road today, you don't have that when things are unreliable and break often.  Provided the Jeep is a 2014+ if you really want it, don't hesitate to go for it if it passes an initial look-over. They've been around for long enough that they've ironed out the problems, and the only thing that was notably new for 2014 was the ZF 8-speed trans, which has shown great reliability (All other new parts like the radio had existed in other models for a while).  If it's pre-2013... Get the Lexus. Pre-2013 isn't BAD, but for that price I definitely wouldn't, and they use an older 5-speed transmission that's not quite as nice a pairing with the engine.  A lot of the internet has a major bias against FCA, and as you may be able to tell from my username, I'm a fan... But I also can admit when they build shit and will tell you which FCA vehicles to avoid... Which is oddly enough the trims\/models enthusiasts wouldn't want anyway. The Grand Cherokee is on the short list of FCA vehicles where I'd feel confident in suggesting it randomly to someone and not expect it to break on them.  Edit: also, for the people complaining about plastic interiors... That's what you get when you buy a base-model vehicle. The whole interior of the SRT will be leather, including the dash and upper 2\/3 of the door panels, and the headliner and pillars should be suede wrapped. The plastic that exists will also be plastic in the correlating location the the Lexus... Aside from maybe the glovebox door.  Also, FCA's infotainment is probably the best you can find for functionality short of Tesla. Even most reviewers who hate FCA admit it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":9485.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"c67fyi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.83,"history":"What brand of parts should I get to replace the brakes on my 2005 BMW 320d Sport? What is a good mid tier brand of brakes that I can get for my 2005 BMW 320d Sport? I need to replace my front rotors, back brake discs, pads, and rubber brake hoses on all 4 tires. When I went to the auto store near me they told me the cheapest parts they had were Brembo. The parts alone are twice what I was quoted for Stark brand parts, and that has me concerned about the quality of Stark parts. Can someone point me in the right direction on what parts to look for? I live in Germany and don't speak German so its not easy to get answers from local shops. Any help will be greatly appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"es6mtm2","c_root_id_B":"es705py","created_at_utc_A":1561652833,"created_at_utc_B":1561661104,"score_A":2,"score_B":6,"human_ref_A":"Oem parts are fine, if they weren't the tuv wouldn't allow BMW to sell the cars. If you want a slight upgrade, I'd stick with cheap rotors, get some stainless steel lines (I like Goodridge but don't know the availability in Germany) and some ceramic pads. Wagner, Hawk, AC Delco, Akebono, power stop, etc all make good pads and if you're not tracking the car you don't need to worry about who has a 1% brake torque advantage.","human_ref_B":"Zimmerman rotors and Textar or Jurid pads. Do not take anyone's advice that recommends cheap rotors on these cars, they WILL eventually lead to vibrations.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":8271.0,"score_ratio":3.0}
{"post_id":"e70mrg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"2007 Toyota Yaris won't start\/crank\/click? Hi,  My 2007 Yaris (manual\/stick) won't start, and I'm trying to sort it out. I can crash start it, and have another vehicle available, so I'm not in a stressful situation. What I know so far:  Battery is good (12.3V, and the car won't start immediately after turning it off, ). Alternator is good (once started, the car keeps running) Starter is good (replaced about half an hour)  Things I haven't tested: Wiring Ignition switch  Complicating matters is the antitheft device. Also (probably) unrelated, but the right headlight isn't working  What do I need to test next to work through this problem?  Thanks in advance for the help.","c_root_id_A":"f9udzf5","c_root_id_B":"f9untlw","created_at_utc_A":1575649030,"created_at_utc_B":1575654494,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Could be a bad starter or starter solenoid. Or something around there. If you have a voltmeter you can google instructions for testing if it\u2019s getting appropriate voltage. Did you check fuses? Starter would be fused and have a relay too.","human_ref_B":"Check your battery cables make sure the electrodes are clean","labels":0,"seconds_difference":5464.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e70mrg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"2007 Toyota Yaris won't start\/crank\/click? Hi,  My 2007 Yaris (manual\/stick) won't start, and I'm trying to sort it out. I can crash start it, and have another vehicle available, so I'm not in a stressful situation. What I know so far:  Battery is good (12.3V, and the car won't start immediately after turning it off, ). Alternator is good (once started, the car keeps running) Starter is good (replaced about half an hour)  Things I haven't tested: Wiring Ignition switch  Complicating matters is the antitheft device. Also (probably) unrelated, but the right headlight isn't working  What do I need to test next to work through this problem?  Thanks in advance for the help.","c_root_id_A":"f9udzf5","c_root_id_B":"f9vnogy","created_at_utc_A":1575649030,"created_at_utc_B":1575674964,"score_A":3,"score_B":4,"human_ref_A":"Could be a bad starter or starter solenoid. Or something around there. If you have a voltmeter you can google instructions for testing if it\u2019s getting appropriate voltage. Did you check fuses? Starter would be fused and have a relay too.","human_ref_B":"Check the Clutch Safety Switch.   This is the switch on the clutch that detects that the clutch is depressed, enabling the starter to make sure that the car won't lurch forward when the starter engages and the car is in gear.      It's a quick easy test with a multi meter to see if the switch is closing when the pedal is depressed, or a bit of wire to bypass it and try and start the car.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":25934.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e70mrg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"2007 Toyota Yaris won't start\/crank\/click? Hi,  My 2007 Yaris (manual\/stick) won't start, and I'm trying to sort it out. I can crash start it, and have another vehicle available, so I'm not in a stressful situation. What I know so far:  Battery is good (12.3V, and the car won't start immediately after turning it off, ). Alternator is good (once started, the car keeps running) Starter is good (replaced about half an hour)  Things I haven't tested: Wiring Ignition switch  Complicating matters is the antitheft device. Also (probably) unrelated, but the right headlight isn't working  What do I need to test next to work through this problem?  Thanks in advance for the help.","c_root_id_A":"f9vnogy","c_root_id_B":"f9vbnux","created_at_utc_A":1575674964,"created_at_utc_B":1575666805,"score_A":4,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Check the Clutch Safety Switch.   This is the switch on the clutch that detects that the clutch is depressed, enabling the starter to make sure that the car won't lurch forward when the starter engages and the car is in gear.      It's a quick easy test with a multi meter to see if the switch is closing when the pedal is depressed, or a bit of wire to bypass it and try and start the car.","human_ref_B":"what does your battery read under load (while cranking)  static voltage doesn't mean anything. a battery can read 12.4 while off and immediately drop too low to start if there are problems with it.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":8159.0,"score_ratio":1.3333333333}
{"post_id":"e70mrg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"2007 Toyota Yaris won't start\/crank\/click? Hi,  My 2007 Yaris (manual\/stick) won't start, and I'm trying to sort it out. I can crash start it, and have another vehicle available, so I'm not in a stressful situation. What I know so far:  Battery is good (12.3V, and the car won't start immediately after turning it off, ). Alternator is good (once started, the car keeps running) Starter is good (replaced about half an hour)  Things I haven't tested: Wiring Ignition switch  Complicating matters is the antitheft device. Also (probably) unrelated, but the right headlight isn't working  What do I need to test next to work through this problem?  Thanks in advance for the help.","c_root_id_A":"f9vnogy","c_root_id_B":"f9v9yel","created_at_utc_A":1575674964,"created_at_utc_B":1575665717,"score_A":4,"score_B":2,"human_ref_A":"Check the Clutch Safety Switch.   This is the switch on the clutch that detects that the clutch is depressed, enabling the starter to make sure that the car won't lurch forward when the starter engages and the car is in gear.      It's a quick easy test with a multi meter to see if the switch is closing when the pedal is depressed, or a bit of wire to bypass it and try and start the car.","human_ref_B":"If you turn the key On, without starting the engine, do the rest of the electronics work as normal? If so, I'm guessing starter solenoid or a blown fuse. Just pull the related fuses out to see if their blown.","labels":1,"seconds_difference":9247.0,"score_ratio":2.0}
{"post_id":"e70mrg","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.88,"history":"2007 Toyota Yaris won't start\/crank\/click? Hi,  My 2007 Yaris (manual\/stick) won't start, and I'm trying to sort it out. I can crash start it, and have another vehicle available, so I'm not in a stressful situation. What I know so far:  Battery is good (12.3V, and the car won't start immediately after turning it off, ). Alternator is good (once started, the car keeps running) Starter is good (replaced about half an hour)  Things I haven't tested: Wiring Ignition switch  Complicating matters is the antitheft device. Also (probably) unrelated, but the right headlight isn't working  What do I need to test next to work through this problem?  Thanks in advance for the help.","c_root_id_A":"f9v9yel","c_root_id_B":"f9vbnux","created_at_utc_A":1575665717,"created_at_utc_B":1575666805,"score_A":2,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"If you turn the key On, without starting the engine, do the rest of the electronics work as normal? If so, I'm guessing starter solenoid or a blown fuse. Just pull the related fuses out to see if their blown.","human_ref_B":"what does your battery read under load (while cranking)  static voltage doesn't mean anything. a battery can read 12.4 while off and immediately drop too low to start if there are problems with it.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":1088.0,"score_ratio":1.5}
{"post_id":"q751gi","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":1.0,"history":"How do I clear sensor malfunction codes after changing the battery? I drive a 2014 Mazda 6 with an automatic transmission (Middle East specs)  My battery started showing signs of failure last week and my sensors were malfunctioning (which I think was because of incorrect voltage being provided by the battery). My ABS and Traction lights would turn on then 10 seconds later the Check Engine light came on too (solid amber, not flashing). I checked the codes with my OBD reader and all of the errors were sensors including MAP\/BARO, TP, TAC, IAT, O2, EVAP, VSS, Catalytic, Fuel tank, and a few more.  I replaced the battery soon after that, cleared codes, and codes would reappear. I did (a bit of) a drive cycle where I would go from 120kmph slowing down to 30kmph and some codes disappeared, some stayed.  Now I'm left with these codes and the same three lights still on my dashboard: http:\/\/imgur.com\/a\/NhkPfGj  Am I missing anything? I highly doubt that my sensors are ACTUALLY malfunctioning because they all came at once which was caused by the old battery and I've already replaced that. Any way to test\/clear them? Car drives fine and mechanically sound, just these lights are annoying and I'd rather have Traction control and ABS for long cruises.  TLDR: Battery dead, sensors lacked voltage, car thinks it's malfunctioning, replaced battery and I don't know how to clear.  Any help is highly appreciated.","c_root_id_A":"hggsh70","c_root_id_B":"hggsvge","created_at_utc_A":1634120001,"created_at_utc_B":1634120310,"score_A":3,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"I'd guess you either haven't driven long enough for those systems to reset, or your ecu is dying. Hopefully the former.","human_ref_B":"Actually if you have the Traction Control, ABS, Brake and CEL on, you likely have a speed sensor issue. Because all of those systems use data from the same sensors a failed speed sensor will turn all of those lights on. ABS because it now doesn't know if the tire(s) are rolling or not so it shuts off, Traction Control because it uses the ABS system to do it's job, Brake warning for the same reason as it's an ABS issue. The CEL comes on because of the same issue.   Scan the car and post the actual codes. Will the tool you have read live data? If yes then look at the speed sensor signals while moving, it could be a wheel sensor or internal transmission sensor, both are used by those systems.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":309.0,"score_ratio":1.6666666667}
{"post_id":"gf3btl","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.87,"history":"2001 E120\/E130 Corolla with 1NZ-FE loses power\/\u201cbogs\u201d on more than about 1\/4 throttle, gets better when engine warms up. Possible causes? It\u2019s a 2001 E120\/E130 generation corolla, JDM spec, 5 speed manual with a 1NZ-FE. Has done about 150,000KM.  It does a pretty even split between highway\/open road (100km\/h) and town (50-80km\/h) driving.  It loses all power above about 1\/4 throttle when cold, and won\u2019t rev past about 2k with more than 1\/4 throttle. It\u2019s worst when cold, but still loses some power in a similar fashion when fully warmed up.  My OBD2 scanner won\u2019t connect to it (it\u2019s a cheap one, but works on VAG cars fine, which is all I\u2019ve tested it on). However there\u2019s never a check engine light on (and yes the bulb does work).  Things I\u2019ve tried:   Cleaning the mass airflow sensor. Used spray MAF cleaner, didn\u2019t make a difference.  I\u2019ve visually checked most of the vacuum lines that I can reach, and none of them had visible holes, splits, or rips.  I checked the spark plugs. They had a large gap (~1.8-2mm, it takes 1.1mm plugs), but otherwise normal looking wear for older plugs. I sanded a bit of the corrosion off and bent them back down to ~1.1-1.2mm, but that didn\u2019t make a difference. I do have some more on the way though.  Checked the throttle body, looks clean, opens and closes without any obstructions.  Air filter is clean.  Most of the research I\u2019ve done indicates that this could be a fuel problem, but (as far as I know), that wouldn\u2019t go away once it warms up. I\u2019ve refilled multiple times as well, so it\u2019s not stale fuel.  It\u2019s not a transmission issue, it still happens in neutral and with the clutch in.  It\u2019s been an issue for a couple of months now. It\u2019s still drivable, it just ideally needs to warm up before going anywhere, and I can\u2019t hoon it as much.","c_root_id_A":"fprxgn7","c_root_id_B":"fps2p0r","created_at_utc_A":1588863876,"created_at_utc_B":1588866465,"score_A":2,"score_B":5,"human_ref_A":"Disclaimer - I don't know much   Fuel filter? Fuel pump?","human_ref_B":"Temperature sensor.","labels":0,"seconds_difference":2589.0,"score_ratio":2.5}
{"post_id":"c60mua","domain":"askcarguys_train","upvote_ratio":0.89,"history":"Why does my 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee stall upon startup and\/or when coming to a stop? The dealer has been able to see the problem happen, but never found the issue. It happens infrequently.","c_root_id_A":"es5dkt6","c_root_id_B":"es5dkqm","created_at_utc_A":1561608390,"created_at_utc_B":1561608388,"score_A":7,"score_B":3,"human_ref_A":"Possibly the torque converter or its sensor. Had a 93 buick that was doing the same thing cause the torque converter sensor went bad.","human_ref_B":"I'm gonna go out on an absolute whim and say it's probably a fuel pump or something with the fuel injectors, or possibly a loose connection in the wiring","labels":1,"seconds_difference":2.0,"score_ratio":2.3333333333}