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Mike Linthicum

Durant Dealerships

Any Durantonians know of any Durant/Star dealership buildings left standing? There was one reported in upstate New York. Any more throughout the country. If so I would be interested in obtaining any pictures of them. Frank W. was compiling a list of dealerships, but...

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Last Post: Apr 30, 2026 2:52am
by sarim

Gottleib Trottier

Glolite headlamp with wing on top of bezel

I have what I think is a headlamp for a Durant. The outside diameter is about 9 13/16" and the inside bezel diameter is 8 1/2". The bezel has a 'wing' on the top front. It has no lens but it looks like a 944 GL lens (9 7/16" X 8 1/2") is required. I would sell it for...

Views: 8 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 30, 2026 5:24am
by Gottleib Trottie...

Norm Foisy

New membership

Hello. I am wondering how to get the members only password for the Durant forum. I joined a few weeks ago and have not received any contact. Thanks in advance for any help.

Views: 46 Replies: 5

Last Post: Apr 30, 2026 2:57am
by sarim

BennieDe

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Last Post: Apr 27, 2026 7:49pm
by BennieDe

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Last Post: Apr 27, 2026 1:53am
by Adrianayng

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Last Post: Apr 27, 2026 1:52am
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 11:09pm
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 1:31am
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 1:30am
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 1:29am
by Florencehg

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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 1:01am
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 1:00am
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2026 12:58am
by Lilidala

Debbie

1923 Star tractor conversion

Does anyone know who bought the tractor conversion from Dons estate auction ? My grandson is writing a presentation for 4H about this subject of tractor conversions and showing the star car at school .

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Last Post: Apr 21, 2026 3:12pm
by Debbie

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2026 1:53am
by Hartmann846

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2026 1:49am
by Hartmann846

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2026 1:38am
by Hartmann846

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2026 1:10am
by Hartmann846

Hannah McAlister

Brake Light Questions

Hello all, recently bought a 1927 Durant- we rewired the brake light and noticed it doesn’t have the mechanical part that brightens the light What is needed to make the light work how we have in 2026 If the older models didn’t have this mechanism do...

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Last Post: Apr 18, 2026 6:56am
by Norm Foisy

Debbie

Stewart fuel system rebuild

Stewart vacumn fuel canister I have is 189A . It is 8 screw top. Looks really good other than rust and some pitting . I’ve cleaned up the rust with steel wool but would like to seal the rust somehow . I can hand cut the 2 cork gaskets but wonder if I need to pu...

Views: 252 Replies: 5

Last Post: Apr 18, 2026 4:27am
by jeff quicksell

Chad

1930 Parts

HI, Just wondering if there are any spare 22A continental engines around? Our 1930 Rugby has a broken block so I am staring my search for at least a block. Also looking for headlights including the bar, interior door handles and window crank handles, Rugby hood trim...

Views: 88 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 13, 2026 6:20pm
by ross

Bill Hoge

Nice bearing #4934

I need to replace the bearing that goes on the steering column at the base of the column. It is a Nice Bearing Co #4934. Anyone know what replacement options will work? OD 1.31, ID .75, H .523

Views: 28 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 30, 2026 1:56pm
by Bill Hoge

Todd Ellis

Brake Rivet size

I’ve got back tires off and need two inch lining! What size rivets were needed to install 1/4 thickness lining ? And any recommended places to get lining ?

Views: 31 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 28, 2026 3:06pm
by Todd Ellis

Tommie

1927 Star 4 cylinder

1927 Star 4 cylinder starts good but after running about 10 seconds it runs very rough…It fouled the plugs so I replaced them, still same issue. It seems to be loading up with gas, vacuum pump seems to be working properly and I don’t see any issues with c...

Views: 36 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 25, 2026 9:40am
by ross

Steven Blomquist

Interior courtesy lights

I am in a hunt for the glass globes that mount into the rear courtesy lights on the Durant D75 model. Their is one on each side of the rear seat. They are "torpedo shaped" and cover the bulbs within the fixture. I would like to find a pair or borrow one to get some r...

Views: 84 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 24, 2026 6:42am
by Steven Blomquist

Steven Blomquist

1928 Durant D75 radiator cap needed.

Good evening everyone. I am looking for an owner who would lend a radiator cap used on the "Anniversary edition" 1928 Durant D75 and maybe other models. This would not be the "Motometer" design as on other cars. A photo of this cap is on the cover of the winter 2023...

Views: 185 Replies: 9

Last Post: Mar 23, 2026 3:12am
by Steven Blomquist

Todd Ellis

Registry Information Needed

I have a 1927 Star Model M with no vin data card, however, I have the number etched into the wood by the front door! I have the W5 engine plate but would love to find out which plant mine was made at to buy the proper plate to have it etched on it. Could anyone help...

Views: 64 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 17, 2026 1:46pm
by Norm Toone

michael b

Bert Babick memorial tour

I like to invite all to attend to the Bert Babick Memorial tour. All 3 days of tours have been completed and they will be memorable. The banquet will be at the hotel and like always, it will be fantastic. The hotel is The Best Western plus in Sonora,ca. The cost for...

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Last Post: Mar 16, 2026 1:25pm
by michael b

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Last Post: Mar 12, 2026 6:50pm
by dsf sff

Roger Lane

oil pump

Hello Guys, My oil pump is leaking around where it bolts up to block, Can anyone tell me the steps to remove the pump in order to repair the gasket? Any help is greatly appreciated.

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Last Post: Mar 1, 2026 6:37pm
by Roger Lane

Todd Ellis

Parts and Suggestions Needed

I have a 1927 Star 4 Model M and looking for parts or where to find parts that will fit. I just bought car Jan 31st and it’s amazing shape for original! Looking for some minor parts and major ones as spares - I know it’s impossible haha Wiper Arm and b...

Views: 65 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 23, 2026 8:14pm
by Todd Ellis

Bob Smith

New address for the DMAC

The Durant Motors Automobile Club has a new address: DMAC c/o Ryan Calvin 78 10th St. E. Unit 1201 St. Paul, MN 55101

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Last Post: Feb 20, 2026 11:03am
by Bob Smith

Horacio HIDALGO

Durant Motors Of Canada - Magazine

Hello, I'm Horacio Hidalgo from San Juan, Argentina. I restored a 1929 Rugby D40 Touring, which was assembled at the Leaside plant in Canada. If I can, I'll attach images. I ask you a favor: On the DMAC's previous website, they published a magazine produced by Du...

Views: 250 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 18, 2026 10:25am
by Horacio Hidalgo

Jim Pardubsky

1930 Durant 407 For Sale

Here is a link to my current ad at Hemmings.com for my 1930 Durant Model 407: https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1930-durant-other-san-diego-ca-633211?utm_medium=email&utm_source=offer_transactional&utm_campaign=asking_price_changed&uemlid=ec1ae408e773bbe90f03bd023f...

Views: 37 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 17, 2026 12:45pm
by Jim Pardubsky

Roger Lane

oil pump

Hello again. My engine is the 14L 1929 d60

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Last Post: Feb 13, 2026 1:40pm
by Roger Lane

Mike Linthicum

East Coast Spring Meet

Hello Durantonians East of the Mississippi. Unless someone else wants to step up and plan an East Coast Meet this spring somewhere East of the Mississippi there will be no East Coast Meet this year. I have been preparing to move from Florida to East Tennessee the...

Views: 84 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 12, 2026 10:43am
by Mike Linthicum

Bill DeVries

National meet in Joliet

Are the dates in the partner correct for the meet in Joliet? Sept. 14 - 18, Monday thru Friday?

Views: 126 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 2, 2026 6:29pm
by Kathy Wight

mike

Bert Babick memorable tour

The Bert Babick Memorial tour dates are as follows. Arriving May 2nd and leaving on May 6th. The place will be Sonora Calif. Then hotel will be the Best Western plus in Sonora oaks. Final preparations are being made. This is the same hotel we had in 2011. If you a tr...

Views: 53 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 1, 2026 10:03am
by mike

Mike Linthicum

RMD donations to the DMAC or the Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation

For those of you in the United States that have in their financial portfolio a 401k or other investments the Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Here is food for thought. RMDs are the minimum amounts that individuals must withd...

Views: 47 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 27, 2026 6:49am
by Mike Linthicum

Duncan Smeaton

Hood latches for 1928 Durant 4 door sedan

Does anyone know where I might find hood latches for my 1928 Durant 4 door sedan. Are they interchangeable with say Ford model A?

Views: 64 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 20, 2026 12:38am
by Duncan Smeaton

Reid Schneider

Speedometer and Gas Gauge

I'm trying to get my speedometer and gas gauge to work on my 1929 Model 63. Does anyone have details on part equivalents from other makes (i.e. Chrysler, Plymouth, Oldsmobile, etc.) for these Durant parts? I know the speedometer is Northeast Electric Co. and found a...

Views: 94 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 2, 2026 10:21am
by Tom Schaffer

Bob Smith

2026 Calendars

2026 Calendars are available. These are the same price as last year's. $15.00US Postage is for: US 1 calendar @ $3, 2 @ $5, Canada 1 @ $6US, 2 @ $9US, elsewhere 1 @ $10US, 2 @ $13US Payment should go to the treasurer: Ryan Calvin,DMAC, 332 Minnesota St., Suite W10...

Views: 127 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 31, 2025 10:29am
by Ross hoevet

Robert Bush

Inclined Railway

For those who attended the National Meet in Colorado Springs, and rode the inclined railway, here is an older inclined railway. And for those who are fascinated by fantastic engineering and "green" technology, this shows that green engineering was practiced a long...

Views: 64 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 29, 2025 11:27am
by Robert Bush

Mike Linthicum

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

I want to take this time to wish all my fellow Durantonians a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I hope the time with your family and friends is a joyous one and that you have a very Happy and prosperous New Year! I hope to see many of you at the Durant meets...

Views: 67 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 21, 2025 10:49am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Won't you make an end of year donation to the Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation?

Hello Durantonians; It's that time of year again with the holidays quickly approaching and before you know it, those in the United States will have to start thinking about that dreaded tax time in April. You can help us to make the museum a reality by donating...

Views: 62 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 15, 2025 10:50am
by Mike Linthicum

Gary Yelle

Tracking DeVaux,s

The past few years I have been occupied on other things in life but now because of a call from a young man that wondered if his dad's car was on the Registry, I have to get going on changes. That car was on the first Registry that was created in 1975. ROSS. Do you...

Views: 188 Replies: 5

Last Post: Dec 8, 2025 10:43am
by Gary Yelle

Michael Gerhold

Front Light Bar

I am looking for the front light bar for my Durant Any help would be greatly appreciated Thanks Mke Gerhold 504-352-3726

Views: 76 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 7, 2025 10:24am
by Michael Gerhold

ross

ads

To all- Have you ever wondered about the "marketing plan" of these fing morons that post here(you Sarim). This is a antique car forum for very obscure vehicles. The AVERAGE age on here is probably 65+. And you are trying to sell "streetware", whatever the hell that i...

Views: 70 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 4, 2025 10:32am
by ross

Reid Schneider

Old Car Festival - Dearborn, MI

Just wondering if anyone has done the Old Car Festival at Greenfield Village before? It's in Dearborn, Michigan and usually the first full weekend of Sept. I've been a number of times but very rarely see any Durants, Stars, etc. I'm thinking of going next year with m...

Views: 126 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 16, 2025 8:24am
by Debbie

kennYoung

steeldraulic brake help

My mechanic and I are at our wits end trying to adjust our steeldraulic brakes. Looking for someone who has this skill. I am in central NEw York state and referals would be greatly appreciated. Kenn 607 592 1911

Views: 328 Replies: 10

Last Post: Nov 13, 2025 2:49pm
by kenneth young

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