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Lewis Mendenhall

A22 - auto-lite generator adjustment

OK, I've been playing with my freshly rebuilt long enough that I am starting to doubt my memory on how to adjust the output. Does anyone any assistance that can give before I throw up my hands in failure. I have done this a million times, just not recently. HELP...

Views: 907 Replies: 10

Last Post: Jun 26, 2012 7:39pm
by Lewis Mendenhall

Ken McCormick

Coil

what kind of reading should I be getting with my multimeter on the coil? I can find info on 12volt but nothing on 6 volt-- Just cant seem to get spark to the plugs to get this buggy running.

Views: 258 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 22, 2012 8:50am
by Ken

Ken McCormick

coil

Is there a difference in a 6 volt coil and a 12 volt coil.--Or are all coils the same?? I just dont know . I have never thought of it before and just wondered about it since I have been having trouble with spark Anyone know?? Ken

Views: 275 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 16, 2012 5:20pm
by Don Shilling

Vince O'Brien

Vacuum Tank

I went to get the Star out of storage and it started right away. Ran it down the block and it died - starved for gas. It did this twice more so I put it back. Today, I went through the fuel system. All the filters are clear. Gas flows easily out of the rear ta...

Views: 254 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 14, 2012 3:55pm
by Vince O'Brien

Dennis W. Nutter

1927 Star speedster

On eBay is a 1927 Star speedster, # 110896467564

Views: 693 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 13, 2012 11:51am
by Don Shilling

gary k

TIRES

Re: Tires AHHHH, THE WOUNDED BRAIN RECOVERS.... LUCAS TIRE CO. 2850 TEMPLE AVE...LONG BEACH CALIF.90806 1-800-952 4333 OR 2141 WEST MAIN STREET, SPRINGFIELD OHIO 45504..1-800-735-0166 OR WWW.LUCASCLASSICTIRES.COM 4.75-500 X 19..LUCAS BRAND....OLYMPIC TR...

Views: 222 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 8:34pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Ebay Star Horn

Heads up, a Star horn is listed on Ebay # 251080370085 May be worth looking into.

Views: 247 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 4:20pm
by Don Shilling

Ken McCormick

setting timing

What is the special knack needed to set the timing on this car. I cant see the marks on the flywheel to know when it is close to the right position.Tried using mirror but its too dark and I cant get light into the area at the same time.Does anyone know what I can do...

Views: 232 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 8:18am
by Bill Hoaglan

Todd K.

Throwout and Spicer

Any body know where I can get a throwout bearing (interchangeable?), and the rubber balls for the spicer joint (could I use a substitute for these) the existing ones are hard and brittle. Looks to be all I need to drop the motor in the car and go for a test drive.Thanks

Views: 251 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 4, 2012 5:31am
by Frank Witkowski

Gordon F. Curl

Oil pressure fluctuations

Hi There: Yesterday I took the Frontenac out to go to the annual Touring Inspection meet for HASC (Historic Automobile Society of Canada) When I got out on the highway and up to speed, I noticed that the oil pressure on the gauge was fluctuating (from 35 - 45 lbs)...

Views: 347 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 3, 2012 10:58am
by Gordon F. Curl

Dave G

Horn button, stupid question

Did any durants have a center horn button or shield on their steering wheels. and if so, does someone have a picture. thanks.

Views: 283 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 31, 2012 1:01pm
by Dave G

Martyn Hough

My First Question

Hello all, just recently joined the club and thought I would introduce myself and my car. To those of you who were in Vancouver B.C. last year I have purchased Franz Fraitzl's project Star with the hopes of completing the restoration. I have made up new sills from o...

Views: 374 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 31, 2012 9:47am
by Martyn Hough

Gary Yelle

1930 Durant/T.J.Richards

Wow: Look what was posted today on E-Bay. To see a Australian bodied Durant for sale here is hard to believe. If it was not accross the country I would be looking at it tomorrow. Don..how close is that town in LA. from you? For sure I don't want to see this car...

Views: 619 Replies: 7

Last Post: May 25, 2012 8:09pm
by John

Bob Smith

Old Cars Weekly, article 5-31-2012, p. 10

Finally, Gerald Perschbacher in his Club Clips column picked up an article by Phil Peters (throttle and spark levers) from the "Partner". The club, the newsletter and Carol (which includes an address) are all given some deserved press...ink.

Views: 272 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 23, 2012 4:02pm
by Frank Witkowski

Norm Toone

More things for sale

Think I am almost back on track again from the Park. During the summer I had day after day voice mail for a week from a Joe Petrella in Washington. Just did a 411 reverse phone look up and got ... Joseph Petrello 6006 S Fork Coppei Rd Waitsburg, WA 99361-7747...

Views: 841 Replies: 12

Last Post: May 18, 2012 7:25pm
by Dave Truemner

Shane Hoffmann

W5 motor mounts - Mac Irvine contact details

I'm chasing some of the rubber engine mounts for a W5 motor and reading previous posts, Mac Irvine made some reproductions. His email address from an old post doesn't work. Does anyone have his current email contact details. Thanks

Views: 249 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 18, 2012 4:15am
by S. Blomquist

Graham Batty

Prop shaft universal joint covers

Hi all. Both of the grease/oil covers at each end of the Spicer prop shaft are damaged. Does anyone know where I can purchase a new set? Preferably in the UK but anywhere will do!!!

Views: 267 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 17, 2012 8:12am
by Graham Batty

Dave Grimmitt

Intro, and a few things , I would like.

Good Morning, I resently picked up a old Durant project outta the north, north washington state. firewall tag found by previous owner and now back in firewall. M2- E14991 This has been a ******* project kinda, that an old kat saved parts for over a 20 year period...

Views: 299 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 16, 2012 8:25pm
by Dave Grimmitt

don cantrell

need parts

I have a 1926 Star Coupster that I am restoring. I need the interior door handle escutcheons for it. Does anyone know of where I might get a pair? Thanks, Don

Views: 274 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 15, 2012 3:22pm
by don cantrell

Gary Thompson

wheel lubs

The Durant mentioned in a previous post, the one in storage since 1944, is about 2/3 restored. Great car - runs fine, no rust found when we stripped for repainting..But, it's missing one lug bolt/flange on each wheel. It appears that, at some point, the original owne...

Views: 208 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 15, 2012 10:49am
by Don Shilling

gary k

1925 Star Model F Roadster frame specifications

Members... has anyone ever found or drawn the frame from a 1925 model F Star....and made a drawing showing measurements and specs...like if i needed to make a reproduction star frame???? things like length , width at several places... spring attachment positions,...

Views: 371 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 14, 2012 9:22pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Fuel Tank Sender Unit

I removed the fuel tank in my D60 today. After 21 years of sitting in storage I assumed the tank was empty. I was laying under the tank removing the strap bolts when the tank came loose. I then realized the significance of not relying on assumptions, when the tank hi...

Views: 422 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 14, 2012 4:38am
by S. Blomquist

Dave Schulte

Autopar Tires

I realize this isnt Durant related.......A friend of mine is a Mopar collector and is looking for some Autopar Mopar tires. Do any of you Canadian members have any in you stash? Any size, white letters a plus, for display only. Thanks, Dave

Views: 251 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 12, 2012 9:38am
by Dave Schulte

Rick Botti

4th Annual Pacific Coast Chapter Spring Tour

The Pacific Coast Chapter Presents the Spring Mystery Tour May 8th -11th in Salida, California Salida is located in the Central Valley between Manteca and Modesto. Hotel La QUINTA Inn 4909 Sisk Road Salida, CA 95368 (209) 579-8723 www.laqu...

Views: 368 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 11, 2012 4:55pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Gary Yelle

The elusive 1931 DeVaux Phaeton

Since I have been following the DeVaux, I had seen one reference to a DeVaux Phaeton. Beverly Rae Kimes in the Standard Catalog of American Cars does list the Phaeton for 1931. A little while back when Howard and talked on the phone he indicated he had a sales arti...

Views: 303 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 11, 2012 4:34pm
by dae enrico

gary k

MAN SELLING TITLES....

I FOUND A MAN SELLING TITLES....HE HAS 10,000 TITLES HE SAYS...I BOUGHT A STAR TITLE AND DESOTO TITLE ALL OPEN AND SIGNED BY SELLER....THEY WENT THRU PENNA.TITLE TRANSFER...NOW IN MY NAME....HE HAS A FEW FOR OUR CARS...A 1927 STAR CONV TRUCK, A RUGBY OF SOME KIND AND...

Views: 245 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 11, 2012 1:16pm
by gary k

Kevin Hitchcock

Back on the road

Hi all, Its been a few months now since my dilema of a broken axle. So with the rear gaurd and body repaired I now have the car back on the road. I thought I'd say thanks to everyone for their input on where to get parts, etc. Thanks heaps. Unfortunatly I los...

Views: 565 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 9, 2012 6:01pm
by gary k

Dan Cotney

Parts

I have a Star grease cap/hub cap in good condition - the one with a Star, anyone need one?

Views: 246 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 5, 2012 6:28am
by Dan Cotney

Roy Tabony

Glolite headlamp glass.

I have an interest in old cars and spares. Recently I bought a quantity of Rolls Royce and Bentley parts. When sorting I found a Glolite Headlamp Lense. Via your website I note these lamps were fitted to Durant cars! Glass size approx. 9,5/8 dia. Convex. vertical flu...

Views: 426 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 3, 2012 7:34pm
by Norm Toone

Jack Connor

How did tire discussion get to Tim Hortons donuts.

Please be assured that I would never drop a Tim Bit let alone a real Timmies donut. THUS !!! The Tim Hortons that do live in the US are not my fault but are my pleasure to attend.

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Last Post: May 3, 2012 12:22pm
by Jack Connor

Claude Lavoie

Continental engine 14L valve springs

Any idea where I could find 12 new springs for a Continental 14L engine?

Views: 215 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 1, 2012 7:00pm
by Don Shilling

Todd K.

Rear wrap around tin?

Does anybody know what is supposed to go above the rear deck, rear window area starting behind the doors. Is this just wood framed and wrapped in fabric/vinyl or is there supposed to be a metal backer for a 29 coupe. I was looking at the orange 29 coupe in the photos...

Views: 403 Replies: 9

Last Post: Apr 29, 2012 9:39pm
by Todd K.

Todd Karasti

Misc. info.

Hello I am a new owner about to bring home a 29 model 60 coupe. Does anybody know if this car came with stock running boards that were wood?.Also was the rumble seat an option (can I add one) if it was not stock to this car?. Thanks Todd

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Last Post: Apr 29, 2012 9:32pm
by Todd K.

Ken Brink

Traverse City Annual meet.

Reservations confirmed. Have intentions to bring our car. See U all there. Ken and Dorothy Brink

Views: 180 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 29, 2012 3:33pm
by Ken Brink

Mike Linthicum

Question for all you Durant mechanics

While in Charleston saw in Ron's car manual an eye bolt device that they put in I believe #3 cylinder to pull the engine. I know I don't have to use this, but was wondering if anybody knew the size and dimensions of this eye bolt. I believe the spark plugs have fine...

Views: 307 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 28, 2012 5:46am
by Mike Linthicum

Guy Belzil

Brake linings specs plus Vancouver.

Good day gentlemen/gentlewomen. I need to reline my brakes. Seems to be a every 2500 miles affair (mind you I drive in hilly country). Brake shop in Edmonton has charged me $500 twice for relining my brakes. Too much money. So: I have bought a hole counter...

Views: 284 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 26, 2012 4:47pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Mike Linthicum

East Coast Chapter Meet

Fresh back from the recent East Coast Chapter Meet in Charleston and had a great time seeing everyone. Weather was great, not too hot and the rain held out for us. Tour of the Hunley Submarine was exceptional and the bus tour around Charleston was great. Hope everyon...

Views: 652 Replies: 9

Last Post: Apr 26, 2012 12:24pm
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Hotel information & Schedule for April East Coast Chapter Spring Meet

Ok Durantonians, as promised here is the hotel information, and schedule as I have it now for the DMAC East Coast Chapter Spring Meet April 19th through April 22, 2012. Your not going to want to miss this event! Hotel Wingate by Wyndham 9280 University Boulev...

Views: 697 Replies: 29

Last Post: Apr 23, 2012 9:07am
by Tom & Karen Edmo...

Rick Botti

Pacific Coast Chapter of DMAC Mystery Tour

Pacific Coast Chapter of DMAC Mystery Tour begins on May 8th just a couple of weeks behind the East Coast Chapter Tour. Come join us and kick some tire and have a great time. I just made my hotel reservations. Rick

Views: 242 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 22, 2012 11:31am
by Rick Botti

George Pratt

. . . looking for photo . . .

We owned a 1931 Durant panel delivery truck. I learned to drive in it. Does anyone have a photo of such and animal?

Views: 305 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 22, 2012 5:48am
by Norm Toone

william radichel

Looking for advice on sale of Durant

First my apologies if this is the wrong forum to discuss selling our Durant. Our 1926 Star was giving to my son by my father and at 17 with college looming and storage getting more costly we are looking into selling. Any advice is greatly appreciated Bill & Col...

Views: 370 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 19, 2012 4:46am
by william radichel

Rick Botti

Links to website back up and running

Hemmings moved all of their car club websites to another server today. This temporality broke several links inside the website as well as the domain forwarding addresses. All has been repaired and the following domain names are working once again; durantmotors.org...

Views: 234 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 18, 2012 9:50am
by Rick Botti

Adam

I need a roof

Hi everyone, Its been a while since I have been on here. The restoration is going slow. I am in need of a new roof for my M2. Can anyone point me in the right direction of someone that sells them? Thanks, Adam

Views: 869 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 18, 2012 5:21am
by Mike Linthicum

Don Shilling

Oil Filter for a 14L

The filter on my 14L had a number of felt discs for the filtering element. My research has turned up a Wix 51598 cartridge as a suitable replacement. Am I on the right track? What do you guys use?

Views: 257 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 15, 2012 2:27pm
by Phil Peters

Mike Linthicum

Early Durant car colors

Got a question for everyone. Does anybody have any information on what colors the early Durants and Stars were painted prior to 1928. I posted the chart for the 1928 colors and we have good documentation on the colors after 1929, but what about the earlier cars. I kn...

Views: 342 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 12, 2012 7:36am
by Frank Witkowski

Shaun Murphy

Brakes

Hope everyone here is doing well. It's been a while since my last post here. About a year and 1/2 ago I finished everything mechanical on my Durant 614 and was ready to put it together. The only thing stopping me was the brakes. I had the drums pulled off, the pads...

Views: 375 Replies: 10

Last Post: Apr 12, 2012 2:57am
by Norm Toone

Todd K.

Paint color

Anybody know which of the four greens offered in 1929 is a green/blue (it is more green than blue). I sure would like to put a name to it. Also what is the best modern substitute to match for touchups, laquer, enamel,..?? Thanks

Views: 206 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 11, 2012 12:23pm
by Mike Linthicum

Todd K.

Parts interchange

Does anybody know if a 29 coupe shares the same body parts such as door strikers, rear quarter, bumper brackets,... with other makes and models of that era? I am short a few items and have a damaged rt. rear quarter. How about wire wheels also, were these an option b...

Views: 469 Replies: 8

Last Post: Apr 11, 2012 12:07pm
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

New Update

Added more picture of 1923 Durant Sport Touring Model A22 Owned by Don Price to the Durant Photograph page. Rick

Views: 201 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 11, 2012 8:34am
by Bill Hoaglan

Kenneth Brink

Need new Bendix.

I need to replace my Starter Bendix. I need a recommendation for replacement. Will Ford Model A starter Bendix work as a replacement? Thanking you for any suggestion. Ken Brink

Views: 277 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 9, 2012 7:08pm
by Vince O'Brien

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