I need a generator drive end head assembly for generator model GAL-4104. It is part number
GAL-1068. The part itself likely has GAL-68 stamped on the inside. Thanks for your help.
Mac
If you are looking for a parking light lense, there are a grouping of five on eBay. One is the Depress beam style as used on 30 - 32 Durant cars. There were however, different sizes used. Item 130092676381
Gord
Hello:)There is a 1925 Locomobile JR-8 Straight 8 Sedan Barn Fresh for sale on ebay. This is the first time I see this model for sale on eBay. Here is the adress:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Other-Makes-Locomobile-JR-8-1925-Locomobile-JR-8-Straight-8-Sedan-Ba...
A good friend of mine is doing a 100% correct restoration on a 1922 Star. His question is: "Did the '22 Star originally have trim moulding on the cowl to seat the back of the hood? Mine does not, nor is there any visible indication that there ever was one. Only the...
What is the specs for the return spring for the brake pedal in the 30 coupe . How long is it --whats the tension ?? Any one able to answer this ?? Best would be a picture I guess but any info would be a help
Thanks
Ken
Anyone have any tips on where to find seat springs?? I would sure like to have springs rather than just foam padding .I need both the front and the rumble seat, seats and backs.
Looking more and more like I better take a long road trip again .I seem to be fin...
Do any of you canadian members know of a source for roofing for our cars? I am sure we have a ford dealer in Edmonton but cant find his addy or any info on him in my phone book. Would be nice if there is one in Calgary -Edmonton -or Vancouver. Save a lot of shipping...
Back in the 20's there was a race car made from a Durant that was made out of putting two 4 cylinder Continental motors together to make an 8 cylinder. Later I believe Jeff Cromeens or someone reproduced the same car and tried it out on a great race or something. Wha...
A friend of mine was cleaning out an old barn this week for an elderly gentleman when he discovered what he thought were parts of an old car. He first noticed 4 wooden wheels complete with old Goodyear tires. Next he came across what appeared to be a windshield with...
If you are looking for a source for top Bow Sockets for your roadster or touring, I spoke with "Mel's" at the Chickasha swap meet, Mel had a set on display and they looked good...He said he could make the castings from your drawing (or tracing)..The sockets are made...
Hello members and guests,
J&R Vintage Auto Museum is selling a 1931 Devaux.
They are asking $18,500. The phone number is:
505-867-2881. They are located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Dennis
Just purchased #C2060 M40 2 door Sedan from craigslist.
Seems to run ok.
A little surface rust starting on fenders.
Upholstery and top needs replaced, paint, etc..
Looking forward to meeting club members for restoration advice
Stan & Teresa Morris
In the next issue of the Durant Partner, that which be in the mail soon, Jackie Schroeder will announce that she is stepping down as editor. She and her husband are adopting a child that will demand all of her free time. I hope you all will send her an email thankin...
On my 1923 Durant A-22 4-cylendar I currently have an Auto-Lite distributor. I have assumed that the distributor was missing some internal parts, specifically a movable plate for the points that would allow for spark advance. After attending the local AACA meeting l...
It seems like this rebuilding is a good learning experience.I just put new linings on my shoes for this 614 coupe . Frank asked if I wanted the 3/32 or 3 /16. I took the 3/16ths because thats what was on the shoes I had here from a coupe parts car .I guess I should...
Because our 1923 Durant only has rear brakes, I am considering having the brake material that is used on today's Auto's installed in place of the original material. I am looking for better stopping and holding power. There fore a greater Safety factor. I have always...
Thought someone might be interested in this. Was asking about 32 D parts and got this back.
Unfortunately, what we have here is just the the from the cowl forward of a '29 Durant without any body metal. A scrap dealer found a '29 Durant and a '19 Gray Dort in...
hello,
if anyone is going to the two durant meets....cleveland and/or auburn....that would be a good time to give gary(me) any pictures you took of the identifying features and parts of your particular car...i will be at both meets, the good Lord willing.
regards,...
I need some help from those of you Star "M" closed car owners.
In reskinning the doors with new wood, there is one measurement that is critical to proper alignment of the door and body side beads.
This measurement is between the centerlines of the dovetail and the...
Hi everyone. Iam in need of a gas cap.Someone needed mine.And removed it when I was parked in the plaza.So if any one knows of a cap could you email me. Mine was original complete with the D in the center.In side diamater 1 7/8" email address number1wolfman@hotmail....
My Dad has a 1923 Star C Touring, restored. He has recently decided to sell his car and has no idea what it might be worth. It's in very good condition and runs like a top. Can anyone give us an idea of what we might ask for it? Any help would be greatly apprecia...
I seem to recall someone looking for springs for a durant car. I have found the spare ones I had for my 30 rumble seat coupe. I have all four and they appear to be in good shape .Will sell them at a reasonable price . Buyer of course would have to pay the cost of shi...
Hello All: I will be starting sandblasting of body parts soon on my '28 M-2. There will be a lag time between the cleaning and the painting (body work, size of wallet, etc.) Question is, is there something that I can apply to the bare metal that will minimize re-rus...
Need help with a Napa Part number for the distributor cap and rotor on 1923 Durant 4 cyl Auto-lite distributor. I have looked through the Tech pages and do not see any info going back to 1923. Would it be the same as the listed 1928 or not. The distributor I have is...
Hey everyone, any info on the type of wood used in the doors and cab of a 29 Durant?, anyone good at replacing and matching, near Maryland. I've got alot of work to do !!!
Also, how about reasonable chroming shops, if thats possible ?
Thanks Dave
hey men...don't forget to read "sheila's" guest book entry and send some ideas and encouragement to her about her durant project. i told her what a good and helpful bunch you are ...don't make a liar out of me....regards, gary k
Hi All.......
Here is the Hotel info for the ECC meet April 20-21.
Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland / Twinsburg
8971 Wilcox Drive
Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
Phone 330-405-4488
Group -Durant Auto Club rate $79
Also have finalized the tour of the Crawford Auto Avia...
I was just bowing ebay under Ford Model T. There is a Star roadster listed there. It is item number 160090165560. The guy calls it a 1923 but it looks like a 24 or 25. The wood has been done and over all it doesn,t look too bad. It is located in Brownsville, Tx. I do...
Butch and I made a run up to Newberg, Pa last week and visited with Steve Gardner. Actually, we really wanted to look at his '28 Star Coupe and get some woodwork measurements and photos!
Steve and his family were exceptionally hospitable and helpful in our quest. It...
I've posted two additions donated by Walter Pré Special Interest section.
* The first is the story of the restoration of a Model 65 by a automobile museum in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
* For all you music lovers, the second addition is a Rugby Tango (sheet m...
Can any one help with suggestions on what type of packing to use in the stuffing box of my water pump.
The book says candle wickering with tallow or graphite grease. Have tried commercial 3mm Packing but still leaks even when idle. Have replaced shaft & nut. Your H...
Hello again, first restoration for me, is there a check list of what needs to be done or what they will look for, to keep original as possible in case its in a show? Thanks dave
Thanks to Bill Hoaglan and Jan Arnett who reponded to my hunt for a quality chrome side view mirror, I ordered one from lebaronbonney.com. It is easily installed by tapping out the pin in the upper driver's door hinge. The new unit comes with a new pin and fits as i...
I've just finished posting new pictures. You'll find a beautiful 1932 Frontenac Model E 670 Deluxe Sedan & 1930 Durant Model 407 Standard Sedan owned by Ray & Diane Walker of Ingersoll, Ontario.
I've also added new pictures of a 1928 Model 65 Deluxe Sport Roadste...
Fellow Members,
I took a look at a Durant car, the grill looks like a '28 or'29 model. The owner said it is a '27 although no cars were manufactured that year. The e ngine is a 15L with a bell housing. This car would be a parts only car and is located south of...
I think most of you know by now that I am in the proccess of restoring a great durant car. I am not going for a 100 point car -just one that will look good and drive well.At the moment I am working on the floor boards and running boards.I was thinking of using plywoo...
I have an extra copy of volume 4 issue 1 dated February 2002 of the "Durant Partner". Would like to swap it for another 2002 issue except August 2002, I have that one. If you have any extras of the earlier Gillis years let me know, I might need one of them also. Any...
Thanks to Rick Botti for converting and posting the Durant magazine that I sent him for this purpose.
Among other passions, I really have this passion for pictures and old magazines. I just cannot see enough of these old cars (especially Durant's cars of course :))...
Dear Sirs, I just bought a Durant 6-60 phaeton, the car was stored since 1968, and is very complete, but for some reason, the brakes are empty, so I need all the brake shoes and other internal parts. Also the front brakes external rods and levers are missing.
Any he...
Hi fellows. Continuing the previous discussions about oil filters and "Roberts" under Hood Hinge Hold Downs he's another venue. May have a source for the chrome hood ends yet, as well from Tod.
Hi Norm,
I have a few oil filters on the shelf and don't change the...
Does anyone have a suggestion as to how I can remove the wheel on my 1926 Flint Junior Z-18 so I can send it away for restoration? My mechanic is stumped.
Ok, We have lots of new stuff added to the website.
First, Terje Bratveit has sent me scanned copies of the November 1922 issue of Durant's Standard. I converted all of the pages to a single PDF file and posted it to the Special Interest section. One word of warni...
Hi All........
Some one from the west coast needs to jump on this a Star motor and Trans in San Francisco starting at 99 cents and also no reserve. same seller has a rad & shell also
eBay item # 170078596338
Good luck......Frank ---
Hi everyone I have made arrangements to save another one of our great cars.1923 star runabout [roadster].It needs work but it will be a great project.I need any info I can get on this car.The roof is missing completely and one headlamp, bumpers front and rear.Any hel...
Looking for appropriate (quality) side/rear view mirrors. Hate to drill holes in the doors for mounting, however o.k. if appropriate. Any original type designs recommended and their source? Thanks much.
Try the "fillingstation.com"
Lots of interesting stuff even if it is Chevy parts in general.
Honeycomb Rad cores--window channel-6volt alternaters--seat belts and much more
Good Luck