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Lou Dube'

Durant engine for sale

I posted on july 1 about an engine I have. With Bob Smiths help I can tell you more about what I have. This is a Continental engine used in the A-22,8 bolt head with heat box exh. Date on head is 5-8-23 and date on block is in the other posting.If anyone has any inte...

Views: 361 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 3, 2009 11:40am
by Lou Dube'

Lou Dube'

Durant engine for sale

Hi, I have recently acquired a Durant engine converted to a power unit which powered a saw mill. The engine is quite complete, although the valve cover is missing and it has sat outside uncovered. The engine is free and turns, but about half the valves are frozen.The...

Views: 425 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 1, 2009 7:00pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Gordon Curl

HAPPY CANADA DAY

Hi Folks: Happy Canada Day. It is not too late to think about coming to the DMAC gathering in Guelph. Come today, tomorrow, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. There will be a short tour on each of Thursday, Friday and a longer tour on Saturday. Sunday will be a day o...

Views: 319 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 1, 2009 5:34pm
by Bill DeVries

Ken McCormick

La Crosse hotel phone number

I tried the phone number listed for the La Crosse Hotel to make my reservations and got some place in Arizona.. Can some one give me a good number to call? Sure want to get to the right hotel when we go there . Thanks --Ken

Views: 386 Replies: 10

Last Post: Jun 30, 2009 9:43pm
by Rick Botti

brian

d40 wood pattern for main platform to frame needed

I am looking for a pattern for the approx 2x6 wood that runs on top the frame from front to back, where the body is mounted onto. My wood is so rotted it would be all guess work. Does anyone know where I can find a pattern? thanks

Views: 332 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 30, 2009 9:34pm
by Don Shilling

Guy Belzil

Headlight Bulbs 30 cp versus 50 cp

My Star had 50 cp bulbs in headlights. I could not find 50 cp but I found 30 cp. I installed new 30 cp headlight bulbs. They were bright for 3 seconds then filaments burned out. Would someone please explain to me the difference between 50 cp and 30 cp which I...

Views: 375 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 30, 2009 7:56pm
by Guy Belzil

Jack Connor

Mason/ Durant/ Rugby TRUCK

Lucky you--I have a rear axle assembly and transmission, all heavy duty,sitting in my driveway looking for a new home. Do you want more info, pictures?????

Views: 346 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 30, 2009 2:43pm
by Jack Connor

Jim Reed

Starter

I recently bough a 1931 Durant, At first the starter turned over (very begrudgingly) and the car started. Now it does nothing - no clicking - no noise. I removed the starter to test it by grounding it and putting 6 volt power to the hot wire - Result - nothing. Is th...

Views: 369 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 30, 2009 5:41am
by Jim Reed

Lloyd Winslow

Help! Parts needed

Hi, I have a 1925 Star car with a cracked block. The engine is the W5 Continental. Does anyone have a block in good condition for sale? Also the distributor housing broke. The distributor his an Autolite IGB 4005A 2H. Does anyone have a housing or whole distrib...

Views: 434 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 29, 2009 8:11pm
by Rick Botti

Dave Truemner

First drive since 1965

Our 1929 D-40 was finally driven again this past weekend. It was the first time it has been running since 1965. It was donated to another Musuem in '65, from which we later inherited it, in 1990. The car had been on static display all of those last 43 years. Last Nov...

Views: 347 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 29, 2009 7:53pm
by Rick Botti

Frank Witkowski

75 MPH in a Durant !!

Hi All..... Just to prove the advertising was correct for the 1929 Model 70 Durant... I had mine up to 75 mph across Interstate 80 on Tuesday.... It rolled along fine and kept up with the modern traffic. We sure did get some interesting reactions... Oh it...

Views: 392 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 27, 2009 5:16pm
by Keith N

Ken McCormick

Tour registration

Well it is finally confirmed--I am definitely going to be there . Another long drive for this old man but I got time to spare We will be leaving here early enough to make it for the whole thing. Only problem at the moment is trying to download the registra...

Views: 304 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 26, 2009 10:28am
by Ken McCormick

Rick Starick

Rugby Engine Restoration

I am wanting to remove the engine from my 1926 Durant. Does anyone know what process I could use without taking the transmission back? ie, How do I slide the coupling backwards or forwards between the engine without disassembling? -Rick

Views: 309 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 25, 2009 5:14am
by Frank Witkowski

Chuck Faulkner

Star radiator shell

First of all happy Father's to one and all. I just returned from 45th annual L.A. Roadster's Father's Day Swap Meet and Car Show at the L.A. County Fair grounds. The first thing I saw in the swapping area was a Star radiator shell! It was severely pitted & rusted out...

Views: 387 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 24, 2009 10:12am
by Hal Vandevord

Mike Linthicum

Another Model 70?

Anyone see the 29 Durant for sale on Ebay? Is that another Model 70? Couldn't quite make out the ID plate but it looks like a Model 70 from Lansing? If so another rare car has surfaced?

Views: 620 Replies: 8

Last Post: Jun 23, 2009 3:30am
by Karen Edmonds

Keith Nordquist

Torrid -Hete

This is my Torrid -Hete Heater Acc. But I need the three inch flex pipe to complete it which is no longer available over the counter in auto stores or hardware stores because of regulations. Anyone know where to get flex pipe? Thx! Kn

Views: 403 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 21, 2009 12:48pm
by Dave Schulte

Guy Belzil

Wow - skipped a generation with taillight setup....

Wow... Bought some REMOTE taillights from EASY ON wireless taillights. 1-866-889-8386. $289 US No extra wires or hardware and I`ve got full taillights. I feel like a 3rd world person with a cellular. Wow Guy

Views: 475 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 20, 2009 9:06pm
by Guy Belzil

Matthew Lombard

Rugby engine numbers

My name is Matthew Lombard; I am the curator at the National Motor Museum (Australia). I often get asked many questions, and not all of which I have the answer for, recently I was asked about a Rugby engine. I noted that on the Durant web forum people had asked a que...

Views: 326 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 18, 2009 10:32pm
by Matthew Lombard

Mike

Star transmission

I think I have a Star transmission, bought a house from an old guy who said it is a Star transmission in the barn. Don't know if anyone would be interested.

Views: 308 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 18, 2009 10:19am
by Don Shilling

David Blyler

carburator float

Looking for parts to a carburator specifically the float for it. Mine split in half. cork material

Views: 348 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 16, 2009 6:39pm
by Vince O'Brien

Jim Glover

Luray Durant/Star meet!

Even though I have been a member of the club for a number of years,this was my first meet, WHAT A GREAT TIME!!! I found out there are NO strangers in the club, just a lot of nice folks who love getting together with their D/S cars. Thanks to all who made me and Ruth...

Views: 723 Replies: 10

Last Post: Jun 15, 2009 7:46pm
by garykauffman

JOHN PRICE

HEADLIGHT RINGS

I AM LOOKING FOR A PAIR OF HEADLIGHT RINGS FOR A '28 DURANT M2 BULLET TYPE HEADLIGHTS?

Views: 310 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 15, 2009 6:49pm
by JOHN PRICE

Keith N

Its Hot!

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa307/kantique55/DurnHot.jpg Whew! It's hot! I need a drink of water. Say, I wonder if I could run on that hydrogen stuff? Or maybe I could sip on some alcohol and keep them G'vment boys off my tail....

Views: 467 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 13, 2009 10:56pm
by Keith N

Dave Jansen

door handles

where is the best place to purchase 4 inside door handles and possibly 2 hood latches for a 1929/30 Durant model 6-63? Since I need 4, yes it is a 4 door,ha ha. Dave

Views: 411 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 12, 2009 6:48am
by Dave Jansen

Vince O'Brien

Helpful Hint for New radiators

I recently got a new radiator for an engine that had been sitting for many years. The radiator repairman suggested that I put a screen across the intake to the new radiator, get the engine hot and flush the system several times. He insisted that I use a small mesh...

Views: 368 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 10, 2009 4:07pm
by Vince O'Brien

Ken McCormick

rear main seal

What kind of material do I use for a rear main seal?? And where can I get this stuff. Kind of looks like graphite impregnated rope . What size ?? Any info would help. How does one go about putting it in to make a good seal. I have the motor out and stripped so...

Views: 460 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 10, 2009 3:43am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Rick Starick

Durant query

Please can anyone help me in identifying this vehicle? Details are as follows: Model F Motor Number: 217748 Durant Motor Company of New Jersey Elizabeth. NY. USA. Head casting build date: 7-8-27 Block casting build date: 9-5-23 21 inch wooden whe...

Views: 587 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 10, 2009 12:46am
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Lance Haynes

Tom Schwab from Oregon has died

Some bad news. Ruth Schwab just called me from Silverton , Or. and Tom has died of a massive heart attack on May 9th. He was a dear friend and a great Durant lover owning a 24 Star touring and a Durant/ Star pickup and many other cars. He attended Mike Larsen's Hood...

Views: 471 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 9, 2009 4:41pm
by Rick Botti

Shane Hoffmann

Paint colours

I'm trying to settle on a paint colour. I've been looking through the tech pages and old forum posts. In the tech pages I've seen the list of colour names. In the old forum pages, others have said that Jim Wells from Auto Color Library has previously been a big he...

Views: 407 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 9, 2009 4:04am
by Shane Hoffmann

Stephen Aldrich

Response to General Motors Posts

The US is now importing over 70% of its' oil. Last year we paid $450 billion for oil. The US will continue to pay more and more for oil. T. Boone Pickens prophesies that we will be importing over 75% of our oil and paying $200 to $300 dollars for it. We need to h...

Views: 334 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:11pm
by Stephen Aldrich

Ruth Peck

FREE Durant Family Registry Books and parts information

I have these materials I will give to anyone willing to pay shipping or come to pick them up.

Views: 366 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:10pm
by gary k

Dib Franciss

Does anybody know how much does a Rugby model M weight?

Dear friends, I am facing some problems to get the license of my 1927 Rugby model M. The Traffic Dept is asking me everything that we deem as silly infos to give me the license. My car as many of you is a touring model M, year 1927. Does anybody know how much d...

Views: 396 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:08pm
by Dib Franciss

Eliot

roster

Who do I contact to update my information in the members roster? I am visiting family in Ohio and Michigan, thought I might visit a couple of museums, does any one know which are the best . I will driving from Cleveland to Grand Rapids. The R.E.Olds museum web site...

Views: 445 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:05pm
by gary k

Bill DeVries

chassis for sale

I have a complete chassis for sale. It is 102" wheelbase with a W-5 motor. I also have a rear end and front axle from a 1924 Star touring. Any questions please E-mail me.

Views: 345 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 3:50pm
by Bill DeVries

Rick Starick

What is my Durant?

Here are some more photos of my Durant... I hope these give a bit more of an idea in helping to determine what year and model she is. I am having trouble identifying the fenders as they seem to be void of ribbing. Also, would anyone...

Views: 389 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 5, 2009 4:45pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

1927 Star Coupe For Sale

Hi All..... One of our members has a nice 1927 Star M coupe for sale. This is a California made car so has 4 wheel brakes. The Car was at the Auburn National meet in 2007. It runs and drives well. Car is located in Owosso, Michigan. email me for owners...

Views: 1385 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 4, 2009 7:20am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

pulling motor

I am trying to pull the motor out of the car to check the oil leak problem I have. It looks like I may have to remove the fenders first. I dont want to do this if I can get around it. How cxan I pull the motor without tearing the whole car apart again? Also-how do I...

Views: 362 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 10:39pm
by Keith N

ross hoevet

general motors

Well now that Billy Durant's General Motors has filed for bankrupcy, does anyone think 'the Wizard of Flint' could have saved his prized company? Where do you guys think GM got it so wrong? Roscoe

Views: 472 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 4:33pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Bruce Butler

AXLE AND WOODEN WHEELS

Hey Everyone, I'm looking for 4 wheels and a straight front axle to build a tow along trailer for behind the huckster. I would like it match including the star hub caps would be nice. I'm in Sedona Arizona for a couple weeks. Also have a trailer with me, if anyone h...

Views: 386 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 3:09pm
by Ken McCormick

Mike Linthicum

Another celebrity amongst us.

Ok so last night I couldn't sleep. Have been having a bout with insomnia and turned on my Satellite Direct TV and started channel browsing. At 4:00 AM not much on, but Male Enhancement products and Vacuum Cleaner Sales but way up on the channels is a channel called R...

Views: 331 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 1:58pm
by Mike Linthicum

Lance Haynes

Durant in Oakland dispatch

Please click on the link below to read a very interesting article today in the Oakland Dispatches. http://www.theoakbook.com/MoreDetail.aspx?Aid=3111&CatId=8 Lance Haynes

Views: 336 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 2, 2009 5:25pm
by Rick Botti

Don Shilling

I Lost It!

Where did the post EDIT feature go? That was a neat and useful tool fer us hill billys,,,,

Views: 385 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 7:38pm
by Don Shilling

Keith Nordquist

Sunday drivin'

Wow! The weather is great for this time of year in the Northwest! Time to get out and share the Luv.... Keith N

Views: 370 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 4:17pm
by Keith Nordquist

Guy Belzil

Putting Flywheel back on : Help Needed

I am adding externals to my newly rebuild W5. Originally my 1926 had a 1924 flywheel as evidenced by the mark on the flywheel "03/24/24". The situation : #1 The bolt pattern, on mine, IS NOT POSTIONALLY UNIQUE. #2 I am having a hard time finding a mark at...

Views: 424 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 3:49pm
by Don Shilling

Rick Botti

Marin Concours d'Elegance

Last weekend my Roadster was shown in the Marin-Sonoma Concours d'Elegance 1929 Show Case, a non judged exhibit. On one side there was a beautiful Rolls Royce , Nash, Mercedes roadster once owned by Groucho Marx and Huppmobile. On the other side were three Jordon's,...

Views: 445 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 30, 2009 10:06am
by Rick Botti

Heather Pateman

Selling 1928 Durant

My father has owned a 1928 Durant since the early 50's mayber earlier, used to drive it in the calvalcade of colors tour in Muskoka and in later years, just once a year for Kearney parade. My father has passed on and none of us are prepared to restore the car and ar...

Views: 418 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 29, 2009 7:08am
by Heather Pateman

Angelo Bosco

1931 Durant Sport Roadster

Does anyone know where I can get brake hardware.

Views: 1003 Replies: 8

Last Post: May 28, 2009 7:59pm
by dave enrico

dave enrico

durant

hello everyone i received a call last week from a gentlemen out in phelan calif, by victorville,he says he has a 1928 m2 2door sedan (coach) has owned it for 25 years,engine rebuilt supposedly, needs total restoration,wouldnt give me a figure on what he wanted, b...

Views: 466 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 26, 2009 1:16pm
by dave enrico

Ken McCormick

Trim pieces for the joints

I am looking for some sort of trim to fill the gap between the sheet metal on my car, The stuff that came with it is badly twisted and bent and there was not enough of it anyway. What do you guys use to dress up that gap?? And where can I get some ?? Any info will...

Views: 397 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 26, 2009 9:41am
by Bill Hoaglan

Dave Truemner

replacing horn wire

I have read all of the previous posts about removing horn buttons, but I want to ensure that I have directions specific to our 1929 Durant. My intent is to replace the rather frayed wire going up the steering column to the horn button. With an ohm- meter connected...

Views: 318 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 25, 2009 7:15pm
by Jim Greenamyer

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