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TODD E FRYE

My original A22 engine recently overheated which in turn caused a blown head gasket. I've figured out the cause of the overheat, but would really like to find a way to more carefully monitor the temperature on my original setup going forward. Has anyone successful...

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Last Post: Apr 28, 2024 7:26pm
by TODD E FRYE

Frank

Radiator cap/Hood ornament needed

I'm looking for a radiator cap/hood ornament for a 1931 Durant model 612.

Views: 398 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 17, 2024 12:11pm
by Jack CONNOR

Mike Linthicum

Passing of Gary Kauffman

It is with great sadness that I announce that long time Durantonian and founder of the early Durant Automobile club has passed away early Tuesday morning April 09,2024. Gary passed away at home in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania peacefully during the night. I spoke wi...

Views: 158 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 15, 2024 8:00am
by Frank & Cathy Wi...

Lewis Mendenhall

You tube video on Canadian Durant

https://youtu.be/gQ8yn5fQ3xw?si=HTGCfS2FrK2yf4LI

Views: 154 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 14, 2024 5:00pm
by Norman Toone

Norman Toone

Gary Kauffman

I just caught this on Unc Gary on Facebook Rugby, Star, Durant Motor Vehicles Jp Banyacski 8h · Can the moderator of this club call me? I have a ton of parts and cars. Jp Banyacski Author Patrik Johansson my father in law started the Durant club. He ju...

Views: 137 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 10, 2024 7:51am
by Norman Toone

Don Shilling

Star M Rats Nest!

I bought this '27 Star M from a yokel up in Maine. He said it was running and they have been driving it in Parades and such. #1, it would not start to drive off the delivery trailer. I decided to do a comprehensive survey to see what I got myself into. Starting at...

Views: 134 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 7, 2024 3:06pm
by Don Shilling

Kenneth petersen

3speed transmission seals

Is there a source for seals for the transmission? The input shaft is pouring oil out of it. 1928 star model R. I cannot find any info. Was it originally felt/rope seal?

Views: 119 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 5, 2024 11:33am
by Kenneth petersen

Mike Linthicum

Upcoming DMAC elections!

It's that time again for the DMAC elections! If you have an interest in becoming more active in our club and not sit on the sidelines, or you think you can make a change or would like to make a change email me and let me know. Our current Officers of the DMAC have do...

Views: 109 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 5, 2024 7:33am
by Mike Linthicum

Norman Toone

Leaside Star production 1924

Thought you might get a kick on this youtube I can now pass on from Canadian Automotive Museum in Oshawa .... Norm, Thank you so much for your help, and for the wealth of information! The video is live- please feel free to share it around wherever you'd like!...

Views: 111 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 3, 2024 12:23pm
by Norman Toone

Debbie

Wood spoke rim restoration?

I finally have all the tires off the rims and thinking to have them sandblasted and powder coated rather than painted. I remember reading that originally the rims were galvanized. I think i found a color that would look like a good match . What do you folks think ?

Views: 149 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 14, 2024 12:08pm
by ross

Bill Penny

The Forum is corrupted and potentially dangerous. Needs to be fixed.

Website corrupted.

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Last Post: Mar 20, 2024 8:37am
by Rick Botti

Bill Penny

De Vaux VIN location?

Hello folks, I just purchased a 1931 De Vaux Sport Sedan. I haven't had a chance yet to fully inspect it. Can anyone tell me if there is a VIN number stamped on the frame or elsewhere? Thanks. Bill Penny The Old Oregon Motor Co. Lake Oswego, OR

Views: 347 Replies: 29

Last Post: Mar 16, 2024 11:01pm
by Gary J Yelle

Don Shilling

Measurements on a Star C Model

I thought I had a pair of original running boards but they turned out to be poorly made replacements. Does anybody have the proper measurements for the boards on a Star C touring? Thanks in advance!

Views: 215 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 18, 2024 2:36pm
by Mark armer

Bob Smith

Members Only-latest Partners

Current members can access the 4 most recent "Partners" by using the 'members only' icon on the home page. If you need the password, it can be found on page three of the Partner. Or contact me flintauto@gmail.com

Views: 117 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 13, 2024 9:09am
by Bob Smith

Mike Linthicum

1928 Durant Model 65 pressure plate, 15L engine

Hello Durantonians! I need to pick some of those Durant brains of yours as there is far more knowledge out there than me. The guy that is rebuilding my engine, says he can't use the original pressure plate I provided him due to it being welded at some time and bro...

Views: 156 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 12, 2024 7:39am
by Norman Toone

Rick Bottt

Help! I bought another Durant 619

Well, I went and did it, I purchased another 1931 Durant model 619, I must be crazy! Pictures to follow. Rick

Views: 121 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 24, 2024 9:47am
by Don Shilling

Rick

For Sale 12 Spoke Wheel

1920's Durant Wood 12 Spoke Wheel This original wheel is in mint condition. It's possible it was never used on a car. This came from our great grandfather's home in Montclair California which was near the Oakland Durant Factory. This wheel has been hanging from th...

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Last Post: Feb 20, 2024 3:43pm
by Rick

Bob Smith

Star Car request for visit March 30 Tipton OK

Tipton's Children's Home is celebrating 100 years at their Tipton Oklahoma location March 30th. The Chilren's Home started in Canadian TX in 1920 but moved to Tipton in 1923 after a Star dealer provided Star Cars for the move. Joe Waugh 580 335 6442 is hoping to f...

Views: 153 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 19, 2024 6:01pm
by Mark armer

Mike Linthicum

Passing of Shirley Shilling

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Don Shilling's wife Shirley yesterday. Please have Don in your thoughts and prayers over this very sad and trying time for him. Their marriage was a long one and although she did not make many Durant meets due to he...

Views: 133 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 19, 2024 6:07am
by Mike Linthicum

ross

Vintage and Classic Reproductions

As of this week, they still have twenty complete U2 carbs and ten for parts. Once they're gone that's it! See address in the tech section under reproduction parts. They are in Australia.

Views: 192 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 6, 2024 1:46pm
by Bob Smith

Robert Bush

Babbit Bearing source

I ran across a source to consider if needing bearings rebabbitted. Paul's Rod and Bearing, 6212 NW Bell Road, Parkville, MO. 816-587-4747. I have not done business with this company and am merely sharing this info for anyone who might be looking for a source for a...

Views: 102 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 6, 2024 1:27pm
by Robert Bush

Lewis

Does anyone know what happend to John Baraldi’s cars, tools and parts

Many years ago, Ray Keto donated his tool for forming A-22 running board moldings. It was in John’,s possession when he passed. Im trying to locate the tool as i need it to replace a damaged section on my car. Hopefully, it went to someone who with one of his c...

Views: 139 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 11, 2024 7:43pm
by Lewis

Bob Smith

the 2024 Durant calendar are available

The 2024 Calendars are available. $15.00US each add for shipping, US- $3, Canada $5, elsewhere $10 Send payment to the club treasurer at: DMAC, Ryan Calvin, 55 E. Fifth St., Suite 1110, St. Paul MN 55101

Views: 223 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 7, 2024 10:35am
by Bill Hoaglan

Mike Linthicum

Happy New Year!

I want to wish all my Durantonian friends a very Happy New Year! May it be a healthy and prosperous one! Mike

Views: 106 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 31, 2023 5:13pm
by Don Shilling

Bob Smith

Merry Christmas

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Great New Year.

Views: 118 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 25, 2023 6:16pm
by Tom Schaffer

Joseph T Fuller

Needing a oil pump

Does anyone have an oil pump for my 1928 Durant Coupe?

Views: 125 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 24, 2023 6:45pm
by Don Shilling

Rick Botti

Happy Thnksgiving

Don't over eat today :-) Rick

Views: 144 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 23, 2023 9:51pm
by Rick Botti

Tom Schaffer

Restoration Recommendations

Just happened to notice that several questions have been asked in the Restoration Recommendations area with no response. I know that I don't normally look in that area, so thought I would remind everyone to check out the questions and help if you can.

Views: 132 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 10, 2023 3:50pm
by Tom Schaffer

Tom Schaffer

Burt Babick

For those of you who may not be on Facebook, a post was made this morning (11/1) as follows: Yesterday was a sad day for fellow Durantonians. Bert Babick has past to his maker. An original founder of the DMAC and one of the orchestrators of putting this club toget...

Views: 229 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 8, 2023 8:00am
by Frank & Cathy Wi...

Bob Smith

Bert Babick's passing

I first met Bert in Flint, MI at the 2000 Durant meet. Twenty-three years later we were again together at the 25th Durant meet in Folsom CA. We will all miss Bert, he was never shy and never voiced a cutting remark. R.I.P. Bert

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Last Post: Nov 1, 2023 2:47pm
by Bob Smith

Gary Yelle

The DMAC Folsom meet and....

I want to thank all that put the gathering together. Burt and Sonia Babick, Bob and Stephanie Smith, Roger and Pam VanBergen, Ryan and Adam and for sure Rick Botti. You all "made my day." I think it was just over 12 years ago that I came to our gathering in Traver...

Views: 169 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 20, 2023 8:33pm
by Gary Yelle

S. Blomquist

Glolite Reflectors

Hello Durantonions I am in the process of machining some Glolite reflectors as you can see by the photo. They are not complete and will take some time yet to finish several sets. After the machining is complete, they will be gold plated like the original reflector...

Views: 376 Replies: 7

Last Post: Oct 11, 2023 9:24am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Largest Car show in the world! Hershey, Pennsylvania

It's that time of year again for the largest car show in the world. Hershey Pennsylvania. It's just a week away October 3rd through the 6th 2023. The DMAC will be represented again with spaces in the Chocolate field (figures Hershey right) spaces C-44, C-45 and C-46....

Views: 147 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 11, 2023 9:20am
by Mike Linthicum

Bogumil

tillotson mv-1b

Hello, I have Problems to adjust the carburetor. Can someone help me with a manual for the mv-1b? I cleaned the carburettor, all channels/jets are clear. Needles are ok. The settings according to the rugby handbook (in spain) do not work. Best regards Bo...

Views: 134 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 8, 2023 10:26am
by Bogumil

Rick Botti

4 speed Transmission

What Durant models came with a four speed transmission?

Views: 160 Replies: 3

Last Post: Oct 5, 2023 4:17am
by Norm Toone

James Hammond

1930 Four door coach

Hi guys, I have been looking at a 1930 Durant four door sedan that I think may actually be a four door coach. The car has no rear quarter windows, just windows in the four doors and in the front and rear of the car. Did the sedans all have the quarter windows? And th...

Views: 220 Replies: 18

Last Post: Oct 2, 2023 2:12pm
by James Hammond

Rick Botti

Durant parts run

As Jim said, Lance still has a lot of Durant/Star parts. I plan to make a trip down to San Diego in a couple of weeks. Please let me know what you need. Rick

Views: 152 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 2, 2023 8:40am
by Rick Botti

mike babick

silver anniversary tour

Thank all that participated in the Silver Anniversary tour. There was alot of memories that were had. We had a couple of first on a tour. We had the first brunch and our first silent auction. These changes are welcome so we can keep things interesting. I want to than...

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Last Post: Sep 30, 2023 3:49pm
by mike babick

Rick Botti

Repro Durant engine manual

I found this at the Jensales website that sells gaskets for tractors. They have a reproduction engine manual in either printed or PDF download verson. Link is below. Durant C, CC, F, M, M-2, M-4 Automobile Service Manual Brand Category: Durant Product Cod...

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Last Post: Sep 29, 2023 9:08am
by Rick Botti

Earnie

1931 Durant production numbers

Does anybody have a source for production numbers for 1931 Durant 612?

Views: 140 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 25, 2023 4:45am
by Norm Toone

Jack Wright

Motor mounts

I am looking for info on how to replace / repair the rear motor mounts in my 1930 614.Any help from other members would be appreciated. Thank you, Jack Wright

Views: 238 Replies: 10

Last Post: Sep 17, 2023 4:50am
by Norm Toone

Earnie

Coolant in oil

Hello I have a 1931 Durant 612 with coolant in the engine oil. Me a lifetime mechanic but no experience with the continental six is there a common issue with coolant in the oil on these engines? Thanks Earnie

Views: 193 Replies: 6

Last Post: Sep 15, 2023 2:58pm
by Rick Botti

Earnie

Oil filter

What oil filter does the 31 Durant 6 cylinder use?

Views: 177 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 15, 2023 11:28am
by Earnie

Norm Toone

Vintage & Classic Reproductions from Australia

Here's a heads up if you order from them. SPECIAL NOTICE in the April 2023 The Filling Station publication One of our longtime suppliers Vintage & Classic Reproductions from Australia is retiring due to health reasons. This company makes early car & truck polis...

Views: 212 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 11, 2023 10:01am
by Rick Botti

TODD E FRYE

Cooling & Head Gasket

It's been a long time (too long!) since I have posted on the forum and now I am back asking for tips and advice. I had my A-22 out over the weekend for the first time since fall. She started and ran great, but was running a little warm. Ambient temperature was in...

Views: 186 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 16, 2023 6:48am
by TODD E FRYE

Thomas Livesay

ignition switch

Looking for a correct/working ignition switch and key.

Views: 147 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 16, 2023 3:28pm
by Thomas Livesay

Rick Botti

escutcheon 1930-31

While sorting through parts from my 619, I found two types of escutcheon, Do you have any idea of which one is for a 619 and I assume the other from a 614. Rick

Views: 221 Replies: 12

Last Post: May 21, 2023 9:45am
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

619 Wood Wheel Progress

Restoration of my wood wheels are almost finished, they just need the bolt holes drilled and shipped to me :smile: Rick

Views: 164 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 22, 2023 4:22pm
by Rick Botti

Norm Toone

Dealers Manual

Now there's an interesting manual that doesn't come up on DMAC connection to eBay and Terry hasn't it in durantcars. How to sell Billy's vehicles. Original 1927 Star Automobile Durant Motors Inc. Dealer Franchise Manual 171 P 374727498772

Views: 148 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 2, 2023 7:57am
by Norm Toone

Bob Smith

Fee for 25th Anniversary Tour

The cost to attend the 25th Anniversary meet in Folsom CA is $140US per person. A check can be made out to and sent to Mike Babick, 128 Saxony CT., Vallejo CA 94591-6883 Reservations can be made by calling the Lake Natoma Inn at (916) 351-1500 or (800) 808-5253 me...

Views: 163 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 5, 2023 4:15pm
by mike b

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