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Mike Linthicum

Cleaning of gas tank

I've been getting a lot of opinions on how to clean out my gas tank. I pulled the tank and there does not seem to be a lot of rust, but there is a lot of gunk and goo in the bottom. The laquered gas I guess. What have my fellow Durant restorers used to clean the tank...

Views: 365 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 23, 2008 4:03pm
by Frank Witkowski

PATRICK KELSO

NEED AN ANSTED MOTOR

AM LOOKING FOR A ANSTED MOTOR USED IN DURANTS FROM 1920 TO 1925. THIS IS A 6 CYLINDER MOTOR WITH OVERHEAD CAM. USED IN THE LARGER MODEL DURANTS AND ALSO USED IN LEXINGTONS. I HAVE A VERY HISYORIC RACE CAR CALLED THE ANSTED SPECIAL DRIVEN BY A BLACK DRIVER BY THE...

Views: 386 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 22, 2008 4:23pm
by PATRICK KELSO

Ken McCormick

Gas Lines

I have a question . Is it okay to use copper tubing for gas line from the tank to the pump? I have a friend that says yes but I think he is wrong . Whats the right stuff and is copper allowable ? I will be getting the line very soon and want to be sure I am...

Views: 595 Replies: 12

Last Post: Nov 22, 2008 3:43pm
by Norm Toone

Rockey Marino

1929 Durant pics

Views: 416 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 21, 2008 5:59pm
by Rockey Marino

Arthur Roberts

Switches needed for Mod 70

Does anyone have for sale dash board swithces that would be OK for a MOd 70. Thanks Arthur Roberts aroberts1948@live.com

Views: 356 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 21, 2008 1:04pm
by Arthur Roberts

Guy J. Belzil

My W5 engine was not drained and as such was frozen, the block is cracked all over

Hi, I am looking for a 4 cylinder W5 block in rebuildable condition. Will pay freight from anywhere in N. America

Views: 320 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 21, 2008 1:02pm
by Arthur Roberts

Frank Witkowski

Radiator Emblems

Hi All...... What is the correct combination for the 1928 and 1929 Durant rad emblems? I always thought the 1929 was white background with a blue D. That is how my 1929 cars are. The one 1928 Durant that I have has a blue back ground with a white D. That is...

Views: 3054 Replies: 25

Last Post: Nov 20, 2008 4:40pm
by John Parrish

Ken McCormick

Carb linkage

Has anyone got a picture of the carburator linkage . I need to see from the carb to the accelerator rod so I can begin to connect things. I am sure I am missing some parts yet--such as from the carb to the foot feed rod. I see a pin on the carb with nothing on it so...

Views: 370 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 20, 2008 6:26am
by Norm Toone

Tony Madson

Wiring harness - A-22 vs Star Model C

The rep at Rhode Island Wire is telling me that the listing for a wire harness in his catalog for a 1923 Durant A-22 will work on my 1923 Star Model C Touring Car. Can anyone verify this info? If they do not fit, has anyone else had a wire harness made for a Star...

Views: 1030 Replies: 8

Last Post: Nov 19, 2008 7:32am
by Gordon F. Curl

Lisa Dahl

1921 Durant

Hello, Just reading through your forum and thought someone may have an answer for me. My grandfather has a 1921 Durant that he has had in his garage for at least 60+ years. He is now in his 90's and would like to get rid of it. Any ideas on value and where to sell i...

Views: 404 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 19, 2008 7:25am
by Arthur Roberts

Ken McCormick

choke-throttle-spark control

Does anyone have a source for our Durant cables?? The choke throttle and spark cables on my car are chopped off too short and one of them is a replacement that is not the durant type. Also have one broken so would like a new set if I can get them. Working on this b...

Views: 480 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 19, 2008 3:22am
by Norm Toone

Dennis Murphy

EBAY Devaux/Durant Distributor

There is currently an AUTOLITE IGB-4031A distributor for sale on EBAY. The listing number is: 370111863774.

Views: 387 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 15, 2008 7:19am
by Dennis Murphy

Arthur Roberts

Pot metal rot? , hubcaps needed

Can pot metal rot be cured or arrested?. Does anyone have some 6 1/2 inch Durant, (big D) hubcaps for wire wheels for sale? Frank W. if you read this please call me at 804 761 4705. Thanks, Arthur Roberts

Views: 426 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 14, 2008 2:40pm
by Jan Arnett

Lance Chabot

Durant and other unique Taillights For Sale

All, I just uncovered a box of probable Durant and other "Special" or unique tailights. A really neat find; Lots of different size ones with stands in a box stored in my Locomobile Roadster. I moved the Roadster project and am now unpacking it of boxes. Too man...

Views: 614 Replies: 8

Last Post: Nov 14, 2008 2:36pm
by Jan Arnett

Mac Irvine

W4 block and parts

I have a good, spare W4 block and head as well as a couple of starter motor brackets that fit a W4 block. Does anyone need any of these parts? They are in Guelph, ON; so shipping the block could be expensive.

Views: 357 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 13, 2008 10:08am
by Mac Irvine

Norm Toone

Firewall and axle

Anyone know what year these are ? Looks like 28 / 29 firewall with holes for right or left hand driving. Fellow on ebay sent them to me and I assume for sale as he sold his 614 two years ago. Rad support hole dead center so not 30 - 32. Ford A body is his current pro...

Views: 364 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 13, 2008 8:58am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

Locomobile??? front axle

I have what I am quite sure is a locomobile front axle. It is complete from hub to hub and has the wood spoke wheels attached. Brake shoes are cast aluminum and are not in good shape ( two shoes broken). Tie rods and brake rods are there . I have no use for this thin...

Views: 408 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 10, 2008 10:24pm
by Ken McCormick

Arthur Roberts

Mod. 70, 1929 (30?) Deluxe Sedan for sale

Life is full of opportunities. So that I can respond to an opportunity facing me, I have decided to sell my Mod. 70, along with 3 W-5 parts engines I have. This car may be the only one of its kind. Gary Kauffman has a Mod 70 coupe and knows of another coupe,...

Views: 414 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 10, 2008 1:44pm
by Arthur Roberts

Lance Chabot

Star SIX Rad & Grille For Sale

All, For Sale. Packed inside my Locomobile Roadster I just uncovered probably a 1926 or 27 STAR SIX by "Durant Motors"; Grille, Emblem, and Honey-comb radiator. The grille (slight surface rust) and emblem (one eighth chipped) are in good overall condition, but Honey...

Views: 475 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 10, 2008 7:34am
by Lance Chabot

Gary Johnson

Dort letter opener

Today I bought a cardboard box of small tools and in the box was a flat brass colored letter opener with the Dort emblem on the handle portion. Can anyone provide any information about it? Thanks in advance.

Views: 382 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 8, 2008 1:54pm
by Gary Johnson

brian boys

26 star for sale

i have my car for sale 26 star mod. r sedan ,comes with an 18ft. enclosed trailor 12500$ a 14l motor clutch and trans all in excellent running condition 1100$ a rear exit 14l exhaust/int. manifold 40$ the car is complete and runs very well,new braks tires paint...

Views: 410 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 6, 2008 7:42pm
by brian boys

Tony Madson

Speedometer on 23 Star - original or not?

I know I am bombarding y'all with questions. I apologize but I am still excited about my car and continue to dig into it to do what I can to keep it original and running as soon as possible. I talked with Norm in Davenport Iowa today, very helpful gentleman and ve...

Views: 509 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 6, 2008 7:14am
by Mike Linthicum

Rick Botti

Pacific Coast Chapter Meet

Last Saturday the Pacific Coast chapter toured the Western Railway Museum in Suisun City, California. If though it rained all day, everyone had a grand time riding a 1930's vintage electric trolley. After the ride we took advantage of an opportunity to take part in...

Views: 376 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 5, 2008 11:23pm
by Rick Botti

Tony Madson

Correct Continental Motor

Hey again, I am having trouble finging the manufactur date of the head on my 23 Star Tournig as well as the correct motor designation. The serial number of the motor is 102527 off the brass tag. However I am being asked to designate between a w-4 and a w-5 engine....

Views: 699 Replies: 6

Last Post: Nov 3, 2008 10:27am
by Bob Smith

Jeff Cox

breaker points /autolite

Autolite breaker points Seeking help in locating breaker points for a 1928 continential engine with the small distributer cap Thanks every one May the road rise to meet you May the wind be always at your back May the sun shine warm upon your face and the...

Views: 456 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 2, 2008 2:52pm
by Norm Toone

Norm Toone

1926 Durant for sale

Don't know what I am doing wrong but I can't seem to bring up the info on the car. Under http://www.prewarcar.com/parts/list.php?pc=s&s=p&cmid=96 ... I get a dash and motor for sale in NZ. Click on the dash pic and that brings up the dash info but below all that i...

Views: 469 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 1, 2008 1:37pm
by Norm Toone

Phillip Butterfield

wood work

Hi everyone: does anyone know where i can get new wooden frame peaces for a 1930 6-14 coupe? thanks again -Phil

Views: 793 Replies: 17

Last Post: Nov 1, 2008 2:45am
by Norm Toone

gary kauffman

Phialdelphia Phillies....WORLD SERIES CHAMPS...OF COURSE

HELLO...JUST HAD TO TELL YOU ALL...WE WON....HOORAY FOR OUR TEAM....REGARDS, GARY K

Views: 335 Replies: 7

Last Post: Oct 31, 2008 1:25pm
by Norm Toone

Norm Toone

Throttle stop

One of the tiny parts easily lost and hard to find is that throttle stop at the carb. Gary was going to look and see if he had one in his pile of bits and pieces until I ad hoc'd one off an old carb choke wire connection and ground off the excess. Gary had suggested...

Views: 413 Replies: 5

Last Post: Oct 30, 2008 1:30pm
by Norm Toone

John Willoughby

New Fan Hub

Back in August, I came to this site looking for help. The fan 'hub' had just seized up on my DeVaux because I didn't know that I was supposed to keep the reservoir full of oil. Several of you recommended I contact Franz Fraitzl in N. Vancouver, BC. I did, and he a...

Views: 462 Replies: 3

Last Post: Oct 30, 2008 9:01am
by Franz Fraitzl

Tony Madson

Oil Pressure Guage

Sorry to be a newbie pest everyone. My oil pressure guage is stuck on 40 even with the engine not running. Can this be rebuilt or a replacement found? Tony

Views: 360 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 29, 2008 4:42am
by Jan Arnett

Phillip Butterfield

speedometer

Hi everyone: My name is Phillip Butterfield and I just joined the DMAC. being that this is my first restoration, and since I am probably the youngest member (18). I am very inexperienced, and have lots of questions. my first questions pertains to my speedometer...

Views: 476 Replies: 6

Last Post: Oct 27, 2008 8:17pm
by gary kauffman

Tony Madson

Partial list of parts needed for my new 1923 Star touring.

Well, I took delivery of my new toy, a 1923 Star Touring Model C this weekend! Was excited to take a short drive with her as she was sold to me as "running". But how the previous owner got her running was to fill the vacuum tank from the top and then add more that sa...

Views: 457 Replies: 6

Last Post: Oct 27, 2008 5:03pm
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Linthicum

What type of tail light did thee Model 65 use?

Ok fellow Durantonions here's a question. What type of tail light did the Model 65 use? The car I bought has a newer aftermarket generic tail light from the 50's or 60's. I was told that the "bee hive" style same as an early Dodge was correct? Norm says his parts cat...

Views: 786 Replies: 14

Last Post: Oct 26, 2008 3:46pm
by Mike Linthicum

Norm Toone

Continental Photographs.

Hey Rick ... just noticed after the discussion with Daryl about Continental's our site doesn't have a spot for pictures of Ace, Flyer or Beacon cars, should a member have one. We do for Fronty's 31 - 33 should a C400 and C600 be submitted. And we know Steve has a C4...

Views: 434 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 24, 2008 12:59pm
by Norm Toone

Jan Arnett

rugby truck pictures

I thought you might like these photos http://www.fawcett-movie-cars.com/20_29_trucks/1928rugbytruck114.html Jan

Views: 536 Replies: 3

Last Post: Oct 23, 2008 4:09pm
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

I need a horn

I need a horn and a horn ring for my car. I am talking about the ring that goes around the horn button and holds the button in place. It fastens up from under the steering wheel with three screws Also need all the internal parts for the horn except the wire--I have t...

Views: 368 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 23, 2008 2:54pm
by Ross Hoevet

John Parrish

W-5 engine parts

Needed: engine parts for incomplete W-5 engine: nuts for head bolts, fan assembly, starter. Any leads appreciated.

Views: 459 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 22, 2008 4:56pm
by Arthur Roberts

Tony Madson

1923 Star Model C Touring

Hello, I have just purchased a 1923 Star Touring Model. I purchased it and need to pick it up. I will be needing to rent a car hauler but when I tried to inquire about a hauler from Uhaul the only reference they had was a same year model T. I was told their hauler wo...

Views: 573 Replies: 12

Last Post: Oct 22, 2008 9:43am
by Lance Chabot

Dennis

1928 DURANT MODEL 40 for sale

1928 DURANT MODEL 40 for sale http://www.cruisersclassics.com/car_pages/1928Durant.htm

Views: 395 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 22, 2008 7:55am
by Dennis

Dennis

1922 Durant for sale

1922 Durant Sedan Durant Sedan . 4dr Sedan, 21,000 miles, 4 cyl, original museum survivor. Still has its original muffler, upholstery top material and glass. Very beautiful car. Price - $ 11,500 http://www.cars-on-line.com/20650.html

Views: 605 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 22, 2008 5:30am
by Dennis

ED VOMERO

HERSHEY AACA NATIONAL MEET

HI GUYS GOOD NEWS,MY 1923 STAR TOURING,WON IT'S SENIOR TROPHY YESTERDAY AT THE HERSHEY SHOW.IT WAS SO GOOD TO SEE ALL OUR FELLOW DURANTONIANS WHO STOPPED BY TO SAY HELLO AND LOOK OVER MY CAR.I ALSO MET A FEW NEW DURANT CAR OWNERS WHO WILL BE JOINING OUR CLUB. ONE O...

Views: 527 Replies: 5

Last Post: Oct 22, 2008 3:52am
by Yates Milton

John Parrish

1928 Durant M-2 information needed

I am finally the proud owner and in possession of a 1928 Durant M-2 four door sedan; California car. Does anyone have an owner's manual, or reprint they are willing to sell? I am in the "information gathering" stage. Is there a recommended West Coast tire s...

Views: 697 Replies: 14

Last Post: Oct 18, 2008 5:51pm
by John Parrish

Ken McCormick

Front axle --Maybe locomobile??

I have a front axle with wood wheels complete with tie rods and brakes . I am not sure what it is off of but have an idea it may be a locomobile. What year is anyones guess. Where can I find pictures of the locomobile front axles?? I will sell this thing to anyone...

Views: 466 Replies: 6

Last Post: Oct 18, 2008 4:11pm
by Ken McCormick

Vince O'Brien

Painting advice needed

I need to paint over parts of the re-chromed dash in my 1950 Mercury. I was told to mask it off with pinstripper's tape and then bead blast the area to be painted to improve adhesion. However, I could use some advice on what type of paint to use. (Plus any tips on...

Views: 546 Replies: 5

Last Post: Oct 17, 2008 10:24am
by Bert Babick.

gary kauffman

DURANT 1931 6-14 BLIND WINDOW SEDAN COMING UP 4 SALE

IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED I GOT A CALL FROM THE MAN WHO HAD THE CAR I MENTIONED LAST YEAR....HE WANTS TO SELL...I GUESS THE QUESTION IS WHAT PART OF 5000 DO WE HAVE TO SPEND?....IT IS COMPLETE AND HE HAS HAD IT FOR MANY YEARS...BUT IT DOES NEED RESTORING....HE HAS HAD...

Views: 364 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 16, 2008 8:35pm
by gary kauffman

Jim Glover

Locomobile picture!

For all you Locomobile fans, there is a really nice picture on ebay for a 1908 Locomobile. color pic. 8 1/2 X 11 item # 300194877642 $4.99

Views: 426 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 16, 2008 7:33am
by Lance Chabot

Norm Toone

6-14 or 70 ? Ebay

1930 Durant 6-14 dual Sidemounts Durant 4 door Sedan (ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA CAR) Item number: 160221668501 Nothing looks 6-14 but more 1929 70, with all the wood, rad shell, etc.

Views: 551 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 23, 2008 12:59pm
by Norm Toone

Rockey Marino

Thanks Hershey & Arthur Roberts

I want to thank Arthur for all the helpful info for my 1929 Durant. I purchased a carb from him, also, he told me about a rear fender he had seen in the swap meet that led to me finding the missing rear fender for my sedan. Thanks again, Rockey Marino

Views: 370 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 14, 2008 11:09am
by Lance Chabot

Dave Schulte

Radiator Emblem Restoration

Here is a website to visit regarding radiator emblem restoration. I recently had two emblems restored with very good results. Maxwellenamels.com Thanks, Dave

Views: 358 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 14, 2008 9:06am
by Dave Schulte

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