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#2680: Men in Minivans

Oct 6, 2026 · 35m

Summary

Click and Clack diagnose a stuck brake caliper causing intermittent failure and overheating in a 1995 Neon, warning the driver of the severe danger. They identify a clicking noise in a 1993 Suburban as a vacuum motor flap and address a 1993 Cavalier with fuel leaks and starter issues. The hosts also discuss a "Hey, Watch This" segment featuring a man who died after swallowing a fish, and advise a listener on how to make a minivan more attractive to women.

Topics discussed

Intro and funny excerpts from medical charts Diagnosing intermittent brake failure and overheating Mystery clicking sound in 93 Suburban dashboard Sponsor announcements Collecting examples of 'Hey, Watch This' famous last words 93 Cavalier gas fumes, sputtering, and starter noise Stump the Chumps: Rich from Belgium's dead car Break and sponsor messages Reading puns and jokes in lieu of a puzzler How to make a minivan more attractive to women Covering a car in beach glass and marriage arranging Credits, puns, and final sponsor spots
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