Show Rundown

#0607: One Brother Too Many?

Original Air Date: 02.18.2006
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Show Open Topic

Someone writes in to suggest there’s one too many Tappet brothers on the show. Is one of them moot?

Call 1

Jessie Walla Walla, Washington - 1989 BMW 760

Steering wheel stiff on high-speed right-hang turns.

Call 2

Isaac Albuquerque, New Mexico - 1989 Mazda 323

Changed the starter himself but now the car sputters.

Call 3

Rob Landcaster, Pennsylvania - 1998 Toyota Camry

Wants to replace damaged door, but it won't open.

Call 4

Tad Old Town, Maine - 2000 Saturn L

Between 65 and 75mph, clutch doesn't work.

Call 5

Becky Bloomingdale, Georgia - Saab

Husband's red neck gear blocking other side of garage.

Call 6

Jim , Alaska - 1996 Cadillac STS

Coughs like a sick cow when it starts.

Call 7

Joyce Los Angeles, California - 1998 Volvo S70

Makes winding sound when starting or turning off the ignition.

Call 8

Joe Moraga, California - Buick Century

How should I choose a new car for my 78-year-old father?