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D J Federlein

1928 for sale

Here is a posting on craigslist for a 1928 Model R2.65?? ---http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/3663766601.html --- The price seems high and looks like a lot of work to get it looking good and running,If anyone is interested. Don

Views: 817 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 10, 2013 5:50am
by Norm Toone

Jim Chocole

Procedural Question- starting the car

Kind of an odd question but as I get nearer to starting my '24 Star - once the whole vacuum system is installed and ready- to start it, do guys normally have to prime the vacuum tank first? Remove the gas line and squirt some gas down in there to get her going? Or...

Views: 344 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 8, 2013 8:28am
by Jim Chocole

Jay

Serial number

I've seen a few posts about trying to find the right serial number. I don't have the Body ID but I do have the engine ID. I'm told the car is a 1926 Star (Coach). I've posted a few pictures on here before and there's really not much of the car. The engine's tag says...

Views: 1290 Replies: 6

Last Post: Mar 7, 2013 7:28pm
by Eliot

Norman Oborne

Ignition switch information

I am currently restoring a 1921 Dort Touring car and I am setting up the ignition switch and I am a little lost. I was wondering if any one had any information on this switch because I have it apart right now and I have a pretty good idea of how it goes together but...

Views: 310 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 6, 2013 4:04pm
by Norman Oborne

Dave coppess

!927 Star Touring Cowl.

Does anyone out there have an extra 1927 Star touring or roadster cowl ? I've got a 1927 Star Sedans front end and a 1927 Star complete frame, engine etc. and very back part of a 1927 touring body. Would love to have a Touring car. Do have a 1926 Touring cowl but th...

Views: 264 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 4, 2013 8:23pm
by Dave coppess

Gordon F. Curl

1928 Durant for sale

Hi folks: I just got a message regarding a good looking Durant for sale. Check it out: http://www.autabuy.com/Vehicles/Details.cfm?VID=752152&Year=1928&Make=&Model= Gord

Views: 304 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 2, 2013 12:39pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Robert Hill

1923 Star touring 4 sale

1923 Star touring for in the For Sale and Wanted forum.

Views: 268 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 2, 2013 11:10am
by Robert Hill

Ken McCormick

Carburator diagram

Does anyone have an exploded diagram of a stromberg U 2 carb? I sure could use one so I can take this one apart and clean it up. I think it must be plugged with some kind of black dirt. Cant get my car to start . Local car club is having their annual easter para...

Views: 514 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 2, 2013 5:21am
by Norm Toone

Ross Hoevet

jalopnik Rolls-Royce

Check out the Jalopnik website article on the 1930 Rolls-Royce with the Viper engine. Now read the reader response from ranwhenparked about Durant owners. Sounds like either Frank W or Ken McCormick? Tongue planted in cheek. Ross

Views: 303 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 2, 2013 4:07am
by Norm Toone

Phil Peters

ring gear/carrier

Has anyone ever removed the 8 rivets that hold the ring gear to the carrier in a '29 rear end? I know that most if not all the Durants and Stars had this configuration. I need to match up a good carrier with a good ring gear and was wondering if anybody had done this...

Views: 271 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 1, 2013 6:15am
by Bill Hoaglan

Dennis W. nutter

What did you do with your Durant today?

Being a beautiful sunny day in Ind. with the temp. of 36 degrees I cleaned out by barn/garage to reinventory my parts for my Star speedster since Spring is near. I did find other objects that I "misplaced" and even managed to make a little more space. Never, and I me...

Views: 229 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 26, 2013 9:50am
by Dennis W. nutter

Jim Chocole

Engine Plate Screws

Does anyone know the size/TPI of the screws that mount the engine data plate to the side of the block? Thanks, Jim

Views: 277 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 26, 2013 1:57am
by Shane Hoffmann

Ken Hoshowski

Firewall openings

I purchased my 1926 Star in pieces so have no record where things go or belong. Pictures are always nice on restorations so I have been checking all pictures on the website and those that I have taken of members cars. Unfortunately I don't have many good pictures o...

Views: 312 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 23, 2013 8:52pm
by gary kauffman

Don Gaskill

Wooden spoked wheels

I would like to try and make wooden spokes wheels for my '29 M4 is there someone who could point me in the right direction?

Views: 270 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 23, 2013 8:48pm
by gary kauffman

Bob Smith

old cars weekly article..Gold Star Day

Just a heads Up... The latest issue of Old Cars Weekly V42 #6, has an article about a widow looking for a new home for a number of nice looking Stars. The story is part of a readers series, p. 40-41. The widow lives in Roseville, CA. There are a number of solid w...

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Last Post: Feb 23, 2013 9:55am
by Bob Smith

Robert N Heath

A big thanks.

Thanks everyone for your help regarding Bulbs.Hope to get to one of your large meets in the future.

Views: 245 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 23, 2013 6:55am
by Robert N Heat...

gary

pickup bed

looking for pictures of 1927 pickup with full enclosed cab,metal skin on wood frame,small wood bed on rear. smithgary162@roadrunner.com

Views: 555 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 22, 2013 1:36pm
by cdmn

Dan Pitney

For sale

I have a 1927 Dstar fully restored I would like to sell 12k

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 22, 2013 5:46am
by Dan Pitney

Robert N Heath

Light globes.

Is there a company in the USA or Canada that still produces 6 volt globes for old Durant cars ect, or do owners convert to more modern globe lighting?

Views: 366 Replies: 7

Last Post: Feb 22, 2013 4:40am
by Norm Toone

Jim Greenamyer

correct motor color

Alright Star people.... I'm worhing on a 1927 Star M2 which is a 4 cyl. Can anyone tell my the correct motor color or were they're several? Thanks in advance, Jim G.

Views: 337 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 21, 2013 5:03pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Yates Milton

DMAC Member Bob Krayer Passes

I have been informed that Bob Krayer, a Charter Member of the DMAC and a member of the first Board of Directors, has passed away. Bob owned 3 Stars and was from Levittown, PA. He always appeared to make good sound judgement, especially when it came to the DMAC a...

Views: 210 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 19, 2013 1:31pm
by Bill DeVries

Shawn

Where is the VIN on a 1924 Star?

Trying to find the vin on a 1924 star and cannot find it. Any ideas? Thanks, Shawn

Views: 198 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 18, 2013 8:07pm
by Don Shilling

jeff martin

Question on tools

Ok here is a dumb question. these tools were under the back seat of my star. the jack and handle i get. the wrenches i get also. however the 4 bent arm things i do not get, could anybody tell me what they are? Or did somebody just throw those in there for fun....

Views: 207 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 17, 2013 9:14pm
by jeff martin

Keith Hoffmann

Wooden Spoke Repairs

My D40 Rugby has developed a small clicking noise in the right hand front wheel, once per revolution, while going slowly around a right hand corner. It appears to be happening due to a little bit of looseness in a couple of spokes where they protrude through the fel...

Views: 2856 Replies: 9

Last Post: Feb 17, 2013 3:30pm
by Kevin Hitchcock

Jim Chocole

How to secure a spare?

I managed to get a nice spare on the '24 Star but what sort of locking clips were used originally to hold that spare in place on the studs? Here is a pic of mine with silly round washers on the posts. Thanks, Jim

Views: 165 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 17, 2013 12:56pm
by Jim Chocole

Jim Chocole

No ignition Key- ideas?

Gents, My '24 Star has a slot for an ignition key but none came with the car. Can someone tell me about the key issue? Can I make do without one- do any generic Model T keys work? Etc- not sure how to proceed before stuff gets taken apart or re-routed. Thanks,...

Views: 352 Replies: 6

Last Post: Feb 16, 2013 5:17pm
by Jim Chocole

Phil Peters

Standard Auto Electricians Manual

Does anyone have a copy of the Standard Auto Electricians Manual that covers 1925-36 cars? It was printed in 1936 and a few are on e-bay but are $$$. I am specifically looking for some detail information on timing advance of the distributor but would also like to see...

Views: 398 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 16, 2013 4:18pm
by Phil Peters

gary kauffman

re: star titles...

my title source tells me he has the following titles available.."for joy of collecting purposes only" of course hahaha.....1927 star conv. truck, 1930 rugby truck, expects to have following soon, 1923 star sedan, 1925 sport roadster and 1927 star sedan, and a 1922...

Views: 251 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 15, 2013 11:04am
by gary kauffman

Jim Chocole

Source for 1 1/4" radiator hose for Star?

Anyone located a chain/retailer that carries 1 1/4" ID radiator hose for Star's? I would prefer not to order through Ebay and pay shipping costs. Thanks, Jim

Views: 291 Replies: 6

Last Post: Feb 15, 2013 8:16am
by Jim Chocole

Barb Scott

patterns for wood frame for 1931 Chevy Sedan

Hi folks, Just came across this site and sure am hoping someone out there can steer me in the right direction. My husband is working on his 1931 Chevy Sedan. It had a cloth top and he has totally gutted the interior to replace. He noticed upon pulling out the int...

Views: 2422 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 5, 2007 12:31am
by Greg Krueger

Gordon F. Curl

Durant Partner

Hi Carol: Once again, you have outdid yourself. A marvelous Partner. Beautiful pictures. I am working on an article for you for a future issue. Gord

Views: 275 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 14, 2013 4:31pm
by Ken McCormick

jeff martin

star gas tank

Has anybody used one of the spun aluminum fuel tanks from speedway on there cars? If so what one did you use and how well did the neck line up with the cover? Looks like the 10" x 33" will work. My gas tank looks like they took this thing off-roading and beat the und...

Views: 254 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 13, 2013 10:32am
by jeff martin

Frank Witkowski

1929 LA Auto Show Fire

Hi All..... Just got my copy of the Horseless Carriage Gazette, there is a picture of the aftermath of the 1929 fire and shows some of the cars close up. Sure looks like the Durant display to me. The picture is captioned as showing a DeSoto ? Anybody else see...

Views: 240 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 12, 2013 9:24am
by Frank Witkowski

Ken McCormick

Need info

I am trying to replace a broken part on my clutch . It is the piece that adjusts to hold the foot lever at the right distance to work the clutch without grinding or dragging It is a Y shaped piece and one of the ends broke off . Was wondering why it kept gri...

Views: 288 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 12, 2013 9:16am
by Ken

Mike Linthicum

Painting question

Ok Durantonians, I need some help again. I painted my fellow's and brake drums with Acrylic Enamel several weeks ago. For a first time painting project most came out well. A couple of pieces upon examination a couple of days ago had some areas that I did not get full...

Views: 228 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 12, 2013 7:17am
by Mike Linthicum

Jim Chocole

1971 Article on 1923 Star Touring Car

This is an article from a 1971 auto publication in which they do a Drive Report for a 1923 Star Touring Car. If folks haven't seen it- it is interesting. Thanks and enjoy! Jim Chochole

Views: 242 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 11, 2013 8:12am
by Jim Chocole

Don Shilling

Alternative to Chrome Plate?

Wow, I just got blowed away on a U-tube film of a spray on chrome job. Copy and Paste this URL to see. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up_CLJXRyaM Now, before we get started, I'm well aware of the old "Chrome in a Rattle Can" paint jobs. We used to have another nam...

Views: 228 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 10, 2013 4:20pm
by Jim Chocole

Yates Milton

Happy Birthday

Wanted to wish our great Webmaster a HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!! Rick, where in the world would we be without you and our great website. Thanks a million.... Yates and Doris Milton

Views: 243 Replies: 6

Last Post: Feb 10, 2013 11:41am
by gary kauffman

Robert N Heath

What did I do with my Durant Today

Finished the seats and doors, now the for the Radiator to be fitted and wiring finished off. The hood will have to wait for a warmer day as autumn is nearly upon us.

Views: 265 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 10, 2013 7:44am
by Jim Chocole

Claude Lavoie

Is oil pressure controlled by a spring and ball on a 14L engine?

I have completely disassembles and re assembled the Continental 14L engine from my 1928 D60. This is an early 14L, 163 cu.in., not the more popular 185 cu.in. I'm now ready to start it for the first time since the re-assembly, but I'm concerned about oil pressure. I...

Views: 280 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 9, 2013 8:46am
by Rick Botti

Ed Vomero

Two More Star Tourings

Happy New Year To All This week I bought the two 1923 Star Tourings that were on EBay direct from the seller. I was very surprised that these two were out there. Anyone in our club have any histoery on these cars?. Engine numbers #82313 and #72695.

Views: 560 Replies: 13

Last Post: Feb 9, 2013 8:15am
by Jim Chocole

gary k

1925 star f roadster

i would like to announce that i am now the proud owner of my first Star car....a 1925 model F roadster. it is an unrestored barn find purchased from the estate of deceased club member Don Welch, who was with me as a member of the original Durant Star Owners Club bac...

Views: 996 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 7, 2013 8:22pm
by gary kauffman

Dick Dehnel

Car body

I saw a two door body located in South Dakota. It was in the Links area. I could not repond to the ad but possibly the person can respond thru email or telephone 920=579-9744. Thank you.

Views: 346 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 5, 2013 10:04pm
by David L. Coppess

Jim Chocole

Fitting a New Carburetor- Zenith.

I am working on fitting my 13922 Zenith carb to my '24 Star and wondered if anyone else has done this- just wanted to see how someone else has rigged it up? The accelerator rod gets fairly tight in behind the carb and in front of the valve covers. Thanks- any...

Views: 834 Replies: 11

Last Post: Feb 5, 2013 2:27am
by Shane Hoffmann

mike doyle

roof wood

what kind of wood was used in roof?

Views: 295 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 2, 2013 5:32am
by mike doyle

Don Shilling

A New Ride

Hey, everybody, Froggys got a new ride. And, best of all, one that RUNS!! Now, he can keep up with Uncle Norm's MooseMoBile. And, he managed to sell his F Roadster to make room for the new wheels coming from Iowa. All in all, he came out smelling like a rose in the d...

Views: 310 Replies: 12

Last Post: Feb 2, 2013 5:16am
by Norm Toone

Mike Linthicum

Durant Museum Effort

Hello fellow Durantonians! I wanted to post what's been going on with the Durant Museum Effort to keep everyone up on what's been happening in that area. 1. Your Board of Directors has approved the purchase of the Museum Software to start cataloging any dona...

Views: 202 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 29, 2013 12:20pm
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Linthicum

Photographs of your cars.

We have had a number of new cars join our family over the last couple years that we do not have pictures of in our photograph section. Let's get out there and snap a couple of photographs and send them to Rick Botti. Doesn't matter what condition they are, restored o...

Views: 212 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 29, 2013 5:39am
by Mike Linthicum

Yates Milton

Interchangable Tire Size

My 24 Flint calls for 32 X 4 1/2 tires, which are available at a rediculously high price. Will a 36 X 4 fit the 23" rims on my Flint and also what other sizes are you guys running?? Want a whitewall in a size that will look good without being distracting. Yates

Views: 292 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 28, 2013 5:21pm
by Jack Connor

Rick Botti

Afternoon Drive in a 1929 Durant

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv3nbmq4fPA Last week I took the Durant Roadster out for a drive on the back roads from Niles, to Sunol to Pleasanton and back to Niles last week. Hang on!

Views: 269 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jan 27, 2013 3:26pm
by Rick Botti

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