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Mike Linthicum

Who would have thunk!

Just checked EBAY. There is a Durant Family Registry license plate topper on there for $175. Who'd a thunk that one of these would be going for that. So you see buy them key chains, license plate toppers, pins etc from the club and see how they appreciate in price, t...

Views: 308 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 12, 2016 8:01pm
by Peggy Spitz

Jim Cooke

axle oil retainers

I am working on the rear axle of the D40. Making one good axle out of two. Behind the bearings at both ends of the axle housing is a cup which shows up on the exploded diagram from the technical page as oil retainers. There was nothing in any of the cups on either of...

Views: 263 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 12, 2016 6:17am
by Jim Cooke

Hesh

Dort Lycoming model K series engine - starter issues

Hi all, My name is Hesh, I'm from Melbourne Australia. I'm currently assisting my Dad with a restoration 1920-21 Gray Dort 'C49 Special Body' that was imported into Australia. This vehicle is essentially the Tourer however was one of 1 of 3 cars that was prepared/...

Views: 255 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 11, 2016 11:32am
by Norm Toone

Yates Milton

Gas Gauge Fluid

Would someone please educate me on what the red fluid that is found on motor meters and gas gauges. In the process of restoring the gas gauge on my Flint. Is the fluid still available?? Great winter project............... Yates

Views: 326 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jan 8, 2016 8:41am
by Yates Milton

Bill Hoaglan

Wire Wheel Lug Nuts

A close matching option for our OEM 9/16"-18 closed end ball seat lug nuts that I have found is to get a set of Ball seat lug nuts on ebay (designed for Porsche) http://www.ebay.com/itm/20-Premium-Chrome-Closed-Ball-Seat-Lug-Nuts-For-OEM-Wheels-M14x1-5-1-26-Tall-...

Views: 274 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 7, 2016 3:49pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Norm Toone

Kijiji 60 being destroyed in Windsor Ont

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/windsor-area-on/1928-durant-parts/1130369768?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true Parting out a 1928 Durant I am going to make a rat rod out of it so there are a lot if parts I do not need anymore. ALL ORIGINAL! wooden spoke...

Views: 277 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 6, 2016 10:41am
by Norm Toone

Charles Spitz

Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all of our DMAC friends and family around the world. We look forward to seeing all of you in Canada in September 2016. Happy New Year Charlie and Peggy Spitz.

Views: 210 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 1, 2016 9:30pm
by Ken McCormick

Dave Schulte

28-9 Durant Radiator Emblem

There has always been a question at least in my mind, about the different emblems used from 28 to 29. Blue "D" versus white "D". Chrome versus "gold". I thought maybe members with 28-9 Durants could post what year and model car they have, and which emblem is on it...

Views: 375 Replies: 6

Last Post: Dec 31, 2015 7:01am
by S. Blomquist

Don Shilling

Is it Just Me,,,,,,,,

Is it just me or did anybody else incur a turkey and dressing nap this afternoon? Shirley and I had a great time and survived the relatives. We hope ALL of you guys had a good helping of the same. See you'ns next year and I'm already plotting Star stashes around the...

Views: 331 Replies: 5

Last Post: Dec 27, 2015 4:38am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

Christmas Greetings

Its that time again . Hope you all have a very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year. Maybe this year you will find that elusive part you have been hunting for. Ken and Norma McCormick

Views: 451 Replies: 14

Last Post: Dec 24, 2015 9:05am
by Tom Schaffer

David M. Saleh

W4 W5 etc 4 cyl. engine valve sorce

Has anybody researched , cross referenced and actually remember and recorded a source of direct or retro fit engine valves for the Star 4 bangers that we can presently look in to? Regards, D.M.S.

Views: 528 Replies: 9

Last Post: Dec 20, 2015 12:21pm
by David M. Saleh

Reecy Smith

1933 Continental Ace Deluxe

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Other-Makes-/161920185899?forcerrptr=true&hash=item25b331f62b:g:~ikAAOSwk1JWcYj8&item=161920185899 On Ebay now

Views: 247 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 18, 2015 4:24am
by Norm Toone

Norm Toone

1930 - 32 Fender Light Lense's

Just a heads up on an almost impossible part to find. By accident I came across an eBay seller selling many parts and one was a 3 x 2 3/4 lense used, I think in Durant's only, Special and Deluxe. I'm told a few of us cut out plastic circles they are so hard to find....

Views: 269 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 14, 2015 12:09pm
by Norm Toone

Shane Hoffmann

Reproduction W5 Cylinder Head (High Compression) and Cast Iron Brake Drums

Since I've got the car on the road now, I'm progressing with a few updates/changes that I've been wanting to do. The first is the production of cast iron brake drums to replace the original pressed steel drums. The originals were never the best. Combine that wit...

Views: 365 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 13, 2015 10:15am
by David M. Saleh

1928 durant value?

Hi I may be purchasing a 1928 Durant and was just curious if anyone could tell me how much they are valued at? It is all steel, no rust or filler. Mostly complete. Needs a motor and interior. Still have original cluster, interior light, transmission, all body panels,...

Views: 408 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 12, 2015 11:18am
by tj

Don Atkinson

1932 De Vaux Custom Convertible Coupe

The January 2016 Hemmings Classic Car paper edition 136 shows a very nice picture of Dennis Reinke's 1932 De Vaux custom convertible coupe. It's shown at the Concours D'Elegance at Saratoga Springs NY in September 2015. A very fine car indeed and one to be especi...

Views: 261 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 10, 2015 9:39am
by Mike Linthicum

Durant Motors Automobile Museum

Donating to the Museum effort

Hello Durantonians! The Durant museum is always looking for items to add to it's collection and many of you have such items laying around gathering dust or sitting in a drawer or file cabinet. Things like an extra odd hub cap, advertising literature or items, m...

Views: 313 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 1, 2015 2:20pm
by Mike Linthicum

Charles Spitz

Happy Thanksgiving

Peg and I extend our best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to all of the Durant Family, and hope that each of you enjoy this day of giving thanks. charlie and peggy

Views: 219 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 26, 2015 5:38pm
by Don Shilling

Rick Botti

Discovered a 1933 Continental Ace Today

Discovered a 1933 Continental Ace today at a auto consignment dealer. The interior is not original, but it is in good shape. 1933 Continental Ace

Views: 1245 Replies: 19

Last Post: Nov 25, 2015 6:14am
by Michael

Ken Hoshowski

Oil leak

My W5 engine was rebuilt before I purchased this project. I put 5 liters (about same as 5 US quarts) of oil in the engine. My oil dipstick did not come up to the full mark. First startup was only for about 10 -15 seconds. Second start-up a day later was about the...

Views: 195 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 23, 2015 4:53pm
by Don Shilling

Ken Hoshowski

Biscuit

For lack of a better term is there a biscuit or a high temp. gasket that goes between the manifold and the exhaust header? Anyone have a source or part number? Thanks.

Views: 287 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 23, 2015 3:44pm
by Bill Hoaglan

David N Blyler

Exhaust gasket

Does anyone know of any exhaust parts. In need of a gasket for the first joint right off the manifold. Compression seal. The gasket is gone. Any suggestions??

Views: 187 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 22, 2015 4:13pm
by David N Blyler

mike babick

1931 devaux sports sedan

on craigslist there is a 1931 devaux for sale for 5000.00 obo. look up kansas city craigslist. click on cars and trucks. click all nearby areas. put in model years 1920-1931. the car is in olathe. the car is being restored and would be a good car for club. his name i...

Views: 286 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 22, 2015 11:41am
by Steve Large

Mike Linthicum

DIstributor housing

I need a distributor housing for my distributor that mounts it to the back of the generator. I sent my generator/distributor off to be restored and my housing has the dreaded stress fractures that our great pot metal pieces get. Before I go through the trouble of hav...

Views: 386 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 17, 2015 5:20am
by Mike Linthicum

Tom Schaffer

What is this switch for?

Can someone tell me what the small switch that is below and to the right of the main lighting and ignition switch is for? The picture is from a 1926 Star Coupe 6 cylinder. I have a 1926 Star Coupe 4 cylinder and I also have the switch so I am thinking it is origina...

Views: 867 Replies: 7

Last Post: Nov 14, 2015 9:08am
by dave enrico

Jack Connor

Distributor for Flint E55

Does the Auto lite Distributor #GRA-4101 fit the Continental 6E engine? Does anyone have this information or a cross-reference book. The DeJon units are pot metal and fall to pieces.

Views: 369 Replies: 6

Last Post: Nov 10, 2015 9:34am
by Jack Connor

mike babick

early durant?

check out the 1921 Durant a=11 n-300. item #121772740867.. tell me what you think?

Views: 591 Replies: 11

Last Post: Nov 5, 2015 8:51am
by Norm Toone

Dale Young

Star Motor Info/For Sale

Please provide any info possible i.e. year, value, etc. Considering selling motor. Thanks.

Views: 417 Replies: 6

Last Post: Nov 3, 2015 9:35pm
by David Coppess

Bill Hoaglan

Honeycomb Radiator

Howdy, Am wondering if anyone has had any luck opening up the core on a '28 / '29 Durant honeycomb radiator.....I bought this radiator at the Monroe, WA swap meet a couple years back, It appeared not to be in too bad of shape other than the usual mouse nest, so...

Views: 473 Replies: 6

Last Post: Nov 1, 2015 12:22pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Tom Schaffer

Depression Era Los Angeles Junk Yard

Interesting article showing what likely happened to many Durant Motor cars. http://theoldmotor.com/?p=151140

Views: 337 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 28, 2015 7:40am
by Mike Linthicum

DJ Federlein

Historical Data Project

Hello To All: At the DMAC national meet (where everyone had a great time!) I was asked to resend the data sheets for our Historical Data Project. I have send the forms to all who asked for them. We are trying to get as much data as possible on each and ever...

Views: 491 Replies: 5

Last Post: Oct 27, 2015 6:56am
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Luke quick

Wanted to know what year a Durant a22 stopped using a magneto

I have just bought a Durant a22 tourer I think it is a 23-24 model but it has a magneto ignition , can any one tell me when they stopped using them or does any one have a wiring diagram for one ? Thanks Luke

Views: 874 Replies: 28

Last Post: Oct 20, 2015 4:02am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

Durant Star Dealership to celebrate 100 years tomorrow

The Pacific Coast chapter will take in the celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the Duarte Garage in Livermore, California. The garage was a Durant and Star dealer during the 1920's. Our folks will represent the DMAC with our cars on display where it is beli...

Views: 271 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 10, 2015 6:24pm
by Rick Botti

Ken Hoshowski

Starter

The repair manual (page 94) states "A dowel between the motor base and the starting motor frame locates it in relation to the flywheel". I am not clear on what this means. What size dowel? and exactly where? Can anyone clear this up for me. Thanks,

Views: 266 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 7, 2015 11:45am
by Don Shilling

Ken Hoshowski

Free wiring harness

I bought a restoration project in pieces which included the old wiring harness and a new harness that the previous owner had made-up. I have re-wired my project from scratch and do not need this harness. I can not guarantee the accuracy or workmanship of the harnes...

Views: 314 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 7, 2015 9:34am
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

Interesting Star motor pictures

Hi All..... Well here is my latest find. This power unit came off an old oil patch in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It was used into the late 1980's to pump oil wells. It was only changed because the owner got tired of cranking it! Check out the pictures and yo...

Views: 839 Replies: 14

Last Post: Oct 7, 2015 5:21am
by Norm Toone

Ken Hoshowski

Coil Wiring

My 26 Star project came without the original type distributor. I have adapted a Delco Remy 635B. My question is where do the positive and negative connections from the coil go. The distributor has a connector on the side. Which wire would hook up to this and wher...

Views: 211 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 3, 2015 9:47pm
by Bill Hoaglan

brian james

block casting number

looking for info on a Durant 4cyl,the casting# is W4A 604-P,there is also a serial# of either L67056 or 167056, hard to read on the tag. The tag does say Durant on it, all we have is the engine, front half of the frame with axle and the headlights with the bar,not a...

Views: 249 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 28, 2015 7:24pm
by Don Shilling

Adam B Ford

2015 September Meet - Minnesota

I am still working out the Details of the Agenda, but I thought I'd post what I have so far. Wednesday 9/9 - Check In Thursday 9/10 - Scenic Tour to Historic Stillwater, MN (http://www.discoverstillwater.com/) - (Working on arranging...

Views: 1903 Replies: 64

Last Post: Sep 27, 2015 4:55am
by Peggy Spitz

Dan Friederich

Durant huckster truck

Does anyone know how many Durant star huckster trucks where produced?

Views: 822 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 27, 2015 4:52am
by Norm Toone

Barry Wolk

1933 Continental Convertible

This seems to be the closest site as I've found for people that might be interested in the DeVaux-Continental of 1933-34. I collect automobiles, boats, and other modes of transportation that bear the "Continental" name. From what I've learned the C/DV was a con...

Views: 2047 Replies: 46

Last Post: Sep 27, 2015 4:41am
by Norm Toone

Ken Hoshowski

Alemite grease gun

I have the fittings but I don't have a proper grease gun. Does anyone know if there is an adapter that can be exchanged for the Zerk fitting on a regular grease gun? Or a source for the Proper grease gun used on Durants I could not find anything in the archives....

Views: 369 Replies: 6

Last Post: Sep 25, 2015 6:26am
by David M. Saleh

Norm Toone

1929 Durant

Can anyone give me a clue what model this is ? There is an outside door handle on Ebay with same shield shaped backing plate. 221382562568 Instrument dash plate is very similar to the 1930's. It would have to be 63, 65,66,70 or 75 to have all the gauges inside. T...

Views: 704 Replies: 12

Last Post: Sep 19, 2015 4:11am
by Norm Toone

Paul

1923 Dort with Falls 6cyl engine - help needed

We have recently purchased a partially restored 1923 Dort with a Falls 6cyl engine. It is our first vintage car and it has been very rewarding, and even more intriguing, doing research and learning about the history of Dort and the car we purchased. Our car was i...

Views: 224 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 17, 2015 9:41am
by Ross Hoevet

David M. Saleh

A Little mention of Durant in Lexington history

For the Durant historians , Found this blurb doing some mindless research. May or may not be commonly known stuff already here. Interesting sort of? if your having a slow evening. "Toward the end of the Lexington saga Billy Durant, original founder of General Mot...

Views: 185 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 17, 2015 9:12am
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Linthicum

Recent Election

Hello Fellow Durantonians! I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone that took the time to run for office with our club and more importantly to vote in the election. I understand from Rick & Frank that we had a record number of ballots come back i...

Views: 234 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 17, 2015 7:03am
by Mike Linthicum

Jim Cooke

Front seat back.

How do you remove the front seat back? Looks like it is bolted to the door post. Can't see any visible screw heads and I don't want to pry. Perhaps it was upholstered after installation. Looks to be original.

Views: 245 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 16, 2015 5:27pm
by Jim Cooke

Tony Burke

Happy Founders Day!

On September 16, 1908, Buick Motor Company head William Crapo Durant spends $2,000 to incorporate General Motors in New Jersey.

Views: 176 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 16, 2015 9:37am
by Frank Witkowski

Frank Witkowski

2015 W C "Billy" Durant waard winner--Carol Fogarazzo !!!

Hi All..... At the 2015 met in Minnesota, Carol was presented with this prestigious award. Thanks for all the hard work on our award winning Durant Partner..... Frank --- PS...the plaque is in the mail!!!

Views: 219 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 16, 2015 6:11am
by Mike Linthicum

Adam B Ford

2016 Meet Ideas

At the Annual meet this past week, a few ideas where tossed around for the 2018 Meet. I don't know who gets to pick them or how it's decided, but it seems like by then it would be the East coast's turn. I really like the idea of doing Staten Island after Ed explain...

Views: 231 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 15, 2015 10:52am
by Adam B Ford

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