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S. Blomquist

Durant differential manufacturer and type?

Looking for anyone that has information about the names of the manufacturers and types of differentials used in the Durant cars. Who built the differentials and what years did they manufacture them for Durant? What types with their part numbers were used in the vario...

Views: 277 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 22, 2012 8:31pm
by gary k

Mike Linthicum

Happy Thankgiving to my extended Durant family in the USA

I will be hitting the road today on a 9 hour drive up to South Carolina for Thanksgiving with some family. Not looking forward to the drive but really not looking forward to the drive back on Sunday. Sometimes the interstate 95 gets to be a parking lot or speed is do...

Views: 185 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 21, 2012 3:50pm
by Don Shilling

Howard Reindel

Pennsylvania Durant Dealership 1926 1932 ?

You may be able to help me out. I looking for the name of a Dodge Bros. Dealership that serviced the northern area of PA. 1926-1932. It sold a lot in Waymart, Scranton, Carbondale, Honesdale etc. It sold Durants also. Any information would be helpful T...

Views: 232 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 20, 2012 5:11pm
by Dave Schulte

Robert N Heath

Rugby Hood covers

I am looking for a good company in the USA,to purchase vinyl fabric for the hood of our Rugby Tourer.If anyone could help me, it would be greatly appreciated. The original hood was a very light colour, probably a beige of some sort.

Views: 302 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 20, 2012 9:22am
by Robert N Heat...

Don Shilling

Watson Stabilators

Does anyone have any repair info on Watson Stabilators? My '29 D60 has one rear broke and one front broke. I dissembled the rear one and the aluminum hub that engages the torque spring is broken in 5 pieces. Are parts available or do I need to scrounge extra units an...

Views: 274 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 19, 2012 8:29pm
by gary k

Kenneth Hiltz

Durant 1931 Hood ornament

My father acquired a '1932' Durant, 4 door, 4 cyl sedan in the early 30's. All accounts indicate it was actually a 1930-31 model 610 introduced in 1930. His description matches the model 610 with a 112 inch wheelbase, 50 horsepower four-cylinder, A.C. oil filter, and...

Views: 893 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 18, 2012 4:47pm
by Kenneth Hiltz

Norm Toone

Handles 30 - 32

Just trying to get an idea how many different outside handles were made for the 30 - 32 Durant's. I know the spear type used 30 / 31 and the plain type used on 407's. All handles cast metal and chromed. The 407 escutcheon on open cars is stainless steel not cast...

Views: 491 Replies: 11

Last Post: Nov 15, 2012 4:35am
by Norm Toone

Adam

Sparkplug Wires

Hello everyone, I have come to the point where I need to find new Plug wires for my W5. What I would like to have is modern day wires with a cloth outer coating. Does anyone have a clue as to where I can find such a product? Maybe I should find out does everyone...

Views: 728 Replies: 7

Last Post: Nov 15, 2012 1:45am
by gracielona

Ken McCormick

winter has shown up

An ugly sight to see this morning--about 4 or 5 inches of that ugly white stuff all over everything here. Looks like I better get my plow fixed so I dont have to shovel the 200 or so feet of driveway Have to take the little beast to a repair shop before I can use...

Views: 217 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 13, 2012 3:47am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Cathy's New B=22 Pictures

Hi All...... Here are a few pictures of "Ginny" Our newest addition. She came from Virginia, hence the name Cathy has chosen for her....... Enjoy....Frank

Views: 343 Replies: 7

Last Post: Nov 12, 2012 12:17pm
by Yates Milton

Robert N Heath

Export of Durant Cars to Australia

Can anyone confirm what Date the first Durant Rugby's arrived in Australia. I do know that the first sales commenced in July 1923.

Views: 280 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 10, 2012 9:45pm
by Robert N Heat...

Charles A. Spitz, AIA, NCARB

Athena the Nor'easter

At 2200 EST on Wednesday, November 7, 2012, we have about 5" of snow on the ground already, and winds in the 25-30 knot range. In addition to the damage from Sandy, we now have six more large oak trees that have broken limbs that are hanging close to the house and t...

Views: 213 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 10, 2012 8:45am
by Lance Chabot

Rick Botti

Hurricane Sandy

The news is filled with images of very severe damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. Flooding, wind and fire is what TV here on the west coast is showing 24/7. I hope our east coast members are safe and dry. Rick

Views: 536 Replies: 21

Last Post: Nov 5, 2012 5:59pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Ken McCormick

Draining rad

Getting the little beast ready to put to bed for the winter. I have found the drain for the rad but cant find any for the block. Does the rad drain also empty the block? I think it does but sure would hate to crack the block at this stage of the game. Thanks guys...

Views: 221 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 1, 2012 6:28pm
by Ken McCormick

Todd

Cowl ID tag

Say I came across a cowl with a tag that reads: car number 1166 model s-4 Detroit Michigan. From what I have been able to find it looks to be for a 29 Rugby truck? is this correct or could it be for a car also? Thanks

Views: 214 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 31, 2012 5:59pm
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

Brake cross shaft and rods

Has anyone got a good picture of all the rods connected to the cross shaft? I am having a problem and so far havent had a lot of luck figuring it out. When I put the emergency brake on -the tail lights are on as well- I know there is something simple I am doin...

Views: 381 Replies: 11

Last Post: Oct 30, 2012 1:06pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Ken McCormick

Distributer for a star 4

I am looking fo a 4 cylinder distributer for a 26 star car . A freind of mine has a star and needs a distributer. Trying to get him to join the club so maybe if I find a distributer for him he will do so. Anyone with a spare one ?? And what is the price --I will let...

Views: 576 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 28, 2012 12:41pm
by wayne

Don Shilling

Fan Hub Upgrade

I looked thru the tech page and found nothing concerning putting modern bearings in the Star and Durant fan hubs. The hub for my D60 is in perfect condition but an upgrade at this point is desirable. Anybody have any plans for this??

Views: 292 Replies: 3

Last Post: Oct 25, 2012 11:16pm
by Don Gaskill

Don Shilling

Water Pump Rebuild

Anybody out there doing water pump rebuilds for a 14L? Franz is out of touch for the time being. I need a new shaft and bronze bearings.

Views: 282 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 20, 2012 1:34pm
by Rick Botti

Guy J. Belzil

Grease Fittings - Again

The grease fittings I am looking for are DOT system with Acme thread which were made by Carr Fastener Co. starting in 1923. These are NOT Amelite Pin Types I have posted a picture and part of article from Durant Partner Nov 2002 at http://s725.photobucket.com/album...

Views: 600 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 15, 2012 4:20pm
by Donald R. Hoke, ...

Mike Linthicum

Anybody heading to Hershey this week?

Anybody heading to Hershey this week? Let me know I'm looking for my rim bolts for my Hayes wheels. I can provide dimensions and a picture. I won't be able to make it this year.

Views: 232 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 13, 2012 5:24am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Photographs

OK, just went to the photograph section and do not see many new cars there. Adam, don't see yours, DJ don't see yours, Jim, where's the new Flint? And I know that there are so many more that have not provided any photographs of their cars. It doesn't matter if they a...

Views: 284 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 13, 2012 5:22am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

Rad cap And Gas cap

I need a rad cap and a gas cap for my car. Anyone have a spare they would part with ? Norm I see you got a rad cap =-- Any more around where you got yours? Ken

Views: 385 Replies: 6

Last Post: Oct 10, 2012 3:35pm
by Norm Toone

gary k

see u at hershey?....maybe

hello... if i make it to hershey i will be at the booth space of HULLCO restorations with Doug Hull...thursday if i can make it...ask for me there...gary kauffman it is listed in the vendor book.....

Views: 229 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 8, 2012 8:27pm
by gary k

Brian D.

Steering box bearings

I need new thrust bearings for my '26. Anyone know if they are available or what they change up to? Would even consider a couple of good used if there are any floating around out there in Star land!

Views: 421 Replies: 6

Last Post: Oct 7, 2012 12:45pm
by Brian D.

Brian D.

Exhaust packing material

Just got the exhaust done on my '26 and am wondering what others have used for packing around the pipe and between the manifold and manifold nut. Thanks, Brian.

Views: 324 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 4, 2012 12:18pm
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Walter Carpus

Durant Motor Company of Michigan stock Certificate

I have a stock cert dated Jan 31, 1923, and it is for SIX shares. Found it in a box of things by gramps left behind. He also had a stock cert for 8 shares of Universal Car & Hose Coupler CO. No. 1140 issued in Arizona. Intersting!

Views: 359 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 4, 2012 4:09am
by Walter Carpus

Kevin Hitchcock

Anyone going to the "Bay to Birdwood" Next month?

Hi, Just thought I'd put it out there and see if anyone is heading to the Bay to Birdwood Rally in Adelaide next month? This is an Australian Rally , it runs from the beaches of Adelaide through the city and up through the hills to Birdwood, home of the Nationa...

Views: 308 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 2, 2012 11:47am
by Mike Linthicum

Bill Hoaglan

Slotted Flat Head V Square Drive Flat Head Screws

I have found that the Canadian built '29 M-40 Coupe that I am restoring was assembled using both slotted and square drive screws in the original wood framing and moreso of the square drive...Until now I had thought that the only screws used in our Durants were slotte...

Views: 577 Replies: 12

Last Post: Sep 29, 2012 6:30pm
by Ken McCormick

Federico Svara

Clutch

Good afternoon Durant Motors Automobile Club If you have any information about how to remove the clutch of a 1928 RUGBY four- cylinder model, please give me that information. If it`s possible send me images. Thank you for all, Federico PD: Chassis E16...

Views: 231 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 29, 2012 5:16pm
by Frank Witkowski

Norm Toone

another odd ball ?

Ebay 330796488118 Right hand drive 1930 614 but with side vents on cowl. Odd bumpers too.

Views: 422 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 27, 2012 4:26am
by Norm Toone

Adam Ford

Facebook

Is anyone here on Facebook? I was hoping to stay better connected using FB. If you are, feel free to friend me (aford173) adam

Views: 304 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 27, 2012 4:13am
by Adam Ford

Rick Botti

First pictures in from Natioanl Meet

Here are the first pictures from todays national meet in Traverse City, MI. Rick

Views: 481 Replies: 8

Last Post: Sep 25, 2012 10:23am
by Rick Botti

DAVE ENRICO

wire wheels

hello everyone has anybody rebuilt there own wire wheels,on my 31 devaux it has 19 inch i believe there called riveted spoke wheels no adjustments that i can see,one of my wheels needs some spokes replaced but i was wondering about tightening existing spokes and tru...

Views: 241 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 24, 2012 10:48am
by DAVE ENRICO

George Scholz

transmission for a 1930 612

My transmission is dis-assembled and in a wood soda crate, awaiting re-assembly. (I hope I have all the pieces) Is there any manual available that would show the parts, and a possible assembly pattern ? thanks for your help. George

Views: 225 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 24, 2012 6:40am
by George Scholz

Devaux Hubcaps

There is a set of Devaux hubcaps on ebay item number 290776341726 .

Views: 387 Replies: 10

Last Post: Sep 19, 2012 5:11pm
by DAVE ENRICO

Frank Witkowski

2012 Annual Meet Traverse City Michigan September 19-23

Hi All..... It's not too soon to plan your fall trip to the DMAC annual meet! Bob & Stephanie Smith have a great schedule planned for us. Enjoy fall in Michigan. You don't need a car to enjoy all the activities and fun with other "Durantonians". Everyone i...

Views: 1366 Replies: 49

Last Post: Sep 19, 2012 9:11am
by Rick Botti

Frank Witkowski

9-16-1908 ??

Hi All...... Time for a pop quiz!!! Haven't been able to say that since 1975, when I quit teaching. Soooo....what is the significance of those numbers?? See y'all in Traverse City......... Frank ---

Views: 255 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 19, 2012 2:00am
by Rory

Dan

Flint Authorized Service

I have a 20 by 30 two sided Flint Authorized Service sign. Looking for a value of this sign and possible sale.

Views: 215 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 17, 2012 11:43pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Peggy Spitz

Biofreeze Orders for Annual Conference

I just placed my fall order for Biofreeze (remember the comment in the last Durant Partner "Pass the Biofreeze"). There has been no increase in the price to me this year so it is still $7.50 a tube. Anyone who wants (or needs) tubes (and wants to save the postage of...

Views: 862 Replies: 6

Last Post: Sep 16, 2012 8:12pm
by gary k

Craig Burkhart

Durant motor color

Does anyone know what color the engine should be in my 1928 Durant m2 with the w5 engine.

Views: 843 Replies: 12

Last Post: Sep 16, 2012 5:25am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

Got it running

Got the little beast running again --sounds good but I have a slight problem -- I have one forward gear and three reverse gears -- sure would go fast backward. I dont understand how that hapened =--All I took apart was the rear end to replace the crown g...

Views: 328 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 15, 2012 1:45pm
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Traverse City & Hagerty Insurance

Hi All...... I've been contacted by a representative of Hagerty Insurance. They are located in Traverse City. They plan on stopping by our meet and doing some photography & interviews. They would enjoy a ride in some of our cars! I'm planning on arranging...

Views: 197 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 15, 2012 6:30am
by Charles A. Spitz...

Mike Linthicum

Bleaching wood spokes, what have you used?

Well I've been busy lately on the car. I've taken all the spokes off the fellow, bead blasted my hubs, and have stripped the old paint off the spokes. It had the original green paint under a black paint. The black paint was from a previous partial restoration. When I...

Views: 376 Replies: 5

Last Post: Sep 14, 2012 6:32am
by Mike Linthicum

Eliot

26 Fint for sale

Listed on KSL.com is a 26 Fint B40, http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/14131271 looks like something I might get myself in trouble with. So before I look at this what might some of you think about the price and the condition and will I be able to find parts?

Views: 330 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 11, 2012 11:56pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Brian D.

Helping a fellow out...

It's not often you find someone who is will go out of their way to help you out. I had the pleasure of meeting Ken McCormick this morning on his way from Kelowna B.C. to the meet in Michigan. I purchase a set of wheels in Sicamous B.C. and made arrangements with Ke...

Views: 264 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 9, 2012 10:45am
by Brian D.

Vance Pomeroy

Aluminum running board step plates

Hello all - I have a set of four cast aluminum running board step plates as seen on many of the 1930 sedans (407 and 614). These had been found in the basement of my 1920's house in Altadena, California and I've been meaning to see that they get in the hands of a Du...

Views: 267 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 8, 2012 9:27am
by Vance Pomeroy

Yates Milton

Auction Sept 29th

Hi Y'all, Time has come for a part of life I truly dread and that is a liquidation of my old cars and stuff that I have collected over the last 60+ years. Having COPD and a form of Muscular Dystrophy has put me in a condition that limits me to any activity re...

Views: 287 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 7, 2012 10:07pm
by Lance Haynes

Dave G

Met Master Bert Babick and His lovely wife weekend last in Roseville

Past by a shop/store/parking lot in Roseville, Ca sunday past..well, as most.."Cool Cars" lets stop. As my wife and I strolled the parking area, My wife pointed out, Hey look.. Two Durants...what the heck?...Thats when I had the pleasure to meet my first fellow Du...

Views: 349 Replies: 5

Last Post: Sep 5, 2012 9:56am
by Bert & Sonia Bab...

Lance Haynes

Hemmings Classic Car Article "4-speeds of the 30's"

Hemmings Classic Car Sept 2012 magazine has a great reprinted 2 page article from SIA April-May 1972 titled.."Four-Speeds of the 30's". And you guessed it our very own Durant 4 speed tranny is in there. And they said right after the Chrysler 4-speed our Durant was...

Views: 447 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 2, 2012 11:35pm
by Ross Hoevet

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