I have a 614 and the windshield was removed before received the car. What im looking for are detailed photos of how the windshield is installed…I have the framing for the glass and the wood section that mounts above the windshield with the crank in it but have...
hello men,
i just got back from the big Mckean auto collection at the phila. main library...i made copies of all durant, star and frontenac factory photos for use by our club for model i.d. and the newsletter. there are about 50 or more photos..and a few pages of s...
1930 Duran 614 parts
Continental 22A engine Six cylinder, transmission,
complete front and rear breaks must take spindles and rear axel as a package deal, Drive Shaft and Front fender All must go ASAP Make offer!!!
use the link below to see pictures
thank yo...
Hi All........
I really liked the neat outfits that some members had at the Canadian Meet.
Does any one have a source for men and womens clothing that would be appropriate for the years of our cars??
Thanks....Frank ---
Lot of information have been included in forum regarding engine green-gray color, but up to what extent this color goes? No doubt that block and cylinder heads should be painted with the green-gray, but what about the close parts as:
Generator, starting motor, horn,...
Bob Smiths wife Stephanie called this morning about our faithful member and now newly elected Secretary/ Treasure Bob Smith had 8” of his cancerous esophagus removed and two lymph nodes for safety this last Monday at Universality of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arb...
Does anyone need the top wooden bows for the models 40,55,60,M,M2,M4,R, touring? I got some made for my model 60 touring, and made an extra set. In the Durant/Star Repair Parts List they are listed on Page 91. Items numbers are: 22841,22842,22843,22844. They are stea...
hello durantonians,
i am pleased to announce that i will be allowed to research freely in the PHILA. LIBRARY'S AUTOMOBILE COLLECTION... it is restricted access so it is quite a privilege and opportunity. i will check their files for all our cars including the front...
I don't really see a place to change my email address for anybody who has it in their Address Book.
For those that keep addresses, my new address is ... ronj@nrtco.net ...
I hope who ever makes up the club roster includes this change.
RonJ ...
I have what I think is a 1926 Star that my father was working on before he died. I would like to sell it, but have no idea of its worth. I can send pictures if anyone is interested.
NEED HELP
SEEMS THAT PHOENIX RESTORATIONS WHO HAS MY 23 STAR TOURING OIL PRESSURE GUAGE FOR REBUILDING HAD A PROBLEM. THE MAN WHO DID THE REBUILDS DIED. SEEMS ALL THE GUAGES ARE APART AND THEY CAN NOT IDENTIFY MY GUAGE, THEY ARE LOOKING FOR A PICTURE OF THE GUAGE IN...
I am starting a restoration on my grandfather's 1930 Sedan 6-14 Deluxe. The body color is Toga Maroon with black fenders. Can anybody tell me what color the wire wheels are suppose to be or should I have them painted to match the body. Right now they are a yellowest...
My neighbour has asked I research a price for a 1926 Star Six Coupe, The Car was rebuilt by his Father in Law whom passed away 3 years ago and has since been in storage. It is completely rebuilt frame up, engine has been rebuilt, new Starter,generator, All Chrome and...
I've just posted 37 pictures of the Lansing Durant factory taken in 1923. These great pictures were given to me by Bill DeVries last week at the DMAC Meet and Tour. You can see them by going to the Special Interest section.
Thank you Bill
Rick
Hi- I'm wondering if anyone out there has a carbuerator float cover for my '28 M-2. It's a 4- cylinder Continental engine. Engine runs fine, but gas overflows from the bowl because the upper part of the float spindle is not anchored by a cap. Many Thanks- Dennis in C...
I've been chasing a problem with my W5 engine since I bought the car 8 years ago. It would start and run just fine but every now and then it would just die. It even did this on the Club Tour out of Santa Rosa with our current President on board! I cleaned the fuel...
Thanks for all the advice on my previous post for the engine rebuild for my 1929 Durant Model 60. However, I am still looking for a reputable rebuild shop in the east coast. Can anyone help me in this area???
Thanks in advance!
I am looking for original U-Joint between clutch and gear box for my 1928 M2 Rugby. Locally can get balls and the eight wedges but the rest is missing. Splined hubs should fit a little less than one inch external diameter axles.
Thanks
Ricardo
My rear wheel bearings are BAD. Have been able to find new ones. This is on a 25 Star model F. Does anyone know of a good part number or a source for these?
Hi Everyone.
I have a question about the battery location in my D65 4 door sedan. Every year I install and remove my battery. I find it very hard to get under the car remove the cables and than the battery.
Was there a provision in the floor board to remove the bat...
Hi Folks- Just wondering. My 1928 M-2 has wooden floorboards, which I assume was standard. When the car was delivered in '28, was there some sort of floor covering (carpet, mats etc.)? I wouldn't mind rebuilding the wood and leaving it, but would that be authentic. I...
In a couple of hours I'm leaving for the east coast (WDC) on a business trip. I'll try and check my email while away, but if you send me a email, most likely I won't be able to answer until this weekend.
Just a reminder to everyone that attended the Canadian meet...
Even though the 6 cyl. continental engine from my 1929 Durant Model 60 seems to run well with compression of over 70lb. per cylinder. I am considering having it rebuilt to ensure longevity. Does anyone know of a reputable shop to do this work in the east since I l...
Gee, you miss a meeting and they give you an award!
The other day a package arrived from Rick Botti and much to my surprise it was the 2006 Man of the Year Award from the club. All I can say is thanks ever so much for the support. This is a great honor.
There ar...
Hello all Durant Members. Boy it seams every time I get on here I got sad news. I am writing tonight to ask all that believe in prayer to please say a little prayer for our very faithful member and good friend Bob Krause tomorrow as he is in one of our Hospitals down...
Looking for fully restored Star to be driven regularly in a small town in Calif. Only interested in a quality restoration of body, mechanics, etc. Two or four door sedan preferred -- desire to allow guests to enter and exit easily. Contact me at: 1 800 - Ron Hast --...
I HAVE A ORIGINAL SHOWROOM BROUCHURE FOR STAR TRUCKS 25 26 IT DOES NOT MENTION ANYTHING ABOUT 6 CYLS IN THEIR TRUCKS JUST 4S AMASINGLY IT GIVES A LOAD CHART FOR EACH TRUCK AND THE TIME IT WOULD TAKE TO COVER A CERTAIN DISTANCE WHILE CLIMING THE GRADE WITH A SPECIFIC...
I found a complete Autolite distributor among the loose parts that came with my 1925 Star (W5 Motor). The Star manual says that the original distributor was an Autolite IG-4047 but I can't find any numbers on the one I found. How do I tell if it is original to the...
DEAR MEMBERS....
A GREAT IDEA HAS BEEN GIVEN....LET US TRY TO INCLUDE ANY AND ALL "CASTING NUMBERS AND STAMPED IN SERIAL NUMBERS AND DATE SCRIPTS (OR WHATEVER THEY ARE CALLED) THAT APPEAR ON ANY OF THE MAJOR OR MINOR PARTS THAT WE CAN USE FOR IDENTIFICATION...
I had my starter rebuilt and the rebuilder thought I had the wrong gear on the Bendix. I have the W5 engine. Does anyone know how many teeth should be on the gear?
Help! I have a 1925 Star Model F Sedan. While waiting for my engine to get back from the machine shop, thought I would work on the roof. Doe’s any one have patterns or measurements for my top? The wood pieces on the side and front and back are still there...
Hi Folks- Just getting started with a 1928 M-2. Does anyone know of a shop manual (photocopy ok ) for this car? Any other written info would be greatly appreciated. Any cost ok. Many Thanks-- Dennis
I HAVE 5 USED TIRES THAT I WANT TO GIVE AWAY,JUST PAY SHIPPING OR PICK UP IN NEW JERSEY.I UNDERSTAND PEOPLE LIKE TO HAVE THE OLD TIRES ON DURING THE REBUILD STAGE BEFORE BUYING AND USING NEW ONES.
hello members,
just a word to let you know we are making slow, steady progress toward making up our information request pages/booklet for model parts.i hope to, get this fill in booklet to all members eventually. after taking loads of pics at ft erie meet i am getti...
Doris and I have decided to downsize and will be selling our house and quite a few antiques and collectibles. I will be selling my 30 Durant Deluxe Sedan. It has almost all new chrome and new tires. This is not a professionally restored car as we did most of it ours...
Would anyone out there have a pair of 29 Durant Model 63 or 66 wire wheel rear brake drums? These are for the five bolt rims with the 6-6 1/2 inch hubcap opening.
Thanks,
Dave
hey friends,
who is ebay bidder "oldautos"...i am bidding against him on durant items ...i would like to avoid increasing item costs if the club is going to benefit by his purchases....i am garallard... .gary k
I've just posted pictures from the Annaul DMAC Meet & Tour held in Fort Erie, Ontario. You can either click the 2006 meet button on your left, or access them from the Past events page. Please wait for tumbnail pictures to load, while they are small, there are 126 of...