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Don Shilling

Hood Lace Trim Revisited

I can't locate the post now but a couple of weeks ago there was a post concerning whether or not the Star "C" models used a hood lace trim strip. Below is a pic of the front of a 1923 Star "C", # L-34985 that was cut off and used as a power source. The lace trim l...

Views: 473 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 25, 2007 7:31pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

1929 Grill Shell & Emblem For Sale

Hi All........ Had a call from a fellow in Idaho that has a nice shell and embelm (white with blue D ) for sale. Sounds to be in good shape. Asking price is reasonable. Email me for contact info. Frank ---

Views: 256 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 25, 2007 4:43pm
by Frank Witkowski

Millers Auto Recycling

1928 Durant Wooden Spoke Wheels For Sale

For Sale: 1928 Durant Wooden Spoke Wheels We are open to offers: - These wheels are wood spoked and in great shape - Rubber may need to be replaced - A quick sand and paint and you are basically ready to go. Any questions contact Sean at 1-800-263-8104 ext...

Views: 754 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 24, 2007 6:21am
by Millers Auto Rec...

Ken McCormick

parts for sale

I have quit a few parts for sale that fit this car . 4 Brake cables 3 brake rods 4 wood spoke wheels --need respoking 19 inch no rims 2 wire spoke wheels no rings not for a 614 has a 3.1/2 inch hub cap opening 2 doors...

Views: 324 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 23, 2007 4:56pm
by brian boys

Ken McCormick

Taol light lens and ring

Thought I had posted this --but guess I missed -- I am in need of a tail light lens and the crome ring for it Does anyone have one to sell ?

Views: 598 Replies: 15

Last Post: Apr 22, 2007 1:10pm
by Norm Toone

gary kauffman

spoke duplicator tool on ebay

hello, i see a spoke duplicator tool on ebay fpr saLE . EBAY #140107980566 COST $950 BY LEE DAVIS TELE# 505-239-1441 NOT CHEAP BUT PICTURES SHOW CONSTRUCTION AND MAYBE SOMEONE CAN BUILD HIS OWN..IT USES A MECHANICAL SETUP AND A ROUTER MOVED BY HAND. GO DUR...

Views: 303 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 21, 2007 8:21pm
by gary kauffman

Ken McCormick

Pr Form -flexible plastic repair

I have just tried this stuff for repairing my broken up steering wheel. I must say it looks really good. Fills all the holes and cracks and is easy to work with . Sands nicely so it should paint up very well. Has anyone tried it ? I bought it at Lordco auto parts s...

Views: 259 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 21, 2007 3:22am
by Ron Jaremkow

Levi

1930 614 springs for sale

make offer

Views: 196 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 20, 2007 5:38pm
by Levi

Levi

1930 614 front axle for sale

Make offer

Views: 209 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 20, 2007 5:35pm
by Levi

Levi

1930 614 front axle for sale

Make offer

Views: 237 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 20, 2007 5:34pm
by Levi

Yates Milton

Choke Assembly for 23 Durant A-22

Need help in finding pictures or a choke assembly for my 23 Durant. Any suggestions or help would be greatly appreciated. Your Durant Partner Yates

Views: 187 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 20, 2007 4:31pm
by Yates Milton

Gary Yelle

29 D-40 coupe for sale:

There is an add in Hemmings for a 29 Durant D-40 coupe for sale. The car is in Puyallup, Washington so I called the man. This man had belonged to the first Durant club. He restored the car some years back. He indicated he had not had the car out or started for a...

Views: 239 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 19, 2007 11:13pm
by Gary Yelle

Ron Scobie

1928 Durant M2 Shell & Radiator on Ebay

I've posted a 1928 Durant shell and a radiator on Ebay if any of you are interested . I no longer need the radiator for a backup on my 28 Star M2. Ron

Views: 232 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 19, 2007 10:54am
by Ron Scobie

Glenn Guild

12v Gen Cut Out

I seem to remember someone posting that they had their generator cutout relay changed out to allow the generator to put out 12 Volts. Anyone have info on this? Glenn

Views: 257 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 19, 2007 6:24am
by Curtis Smith

Dennis Hollinger

Parts For Sale

I have a Star Motors engine serial #47380 mfg. by Continental Motors Corp'n and various other parts ex: convertible top, distributor including drive housing ect... If interested please contact me before I ebay them.

Views: 269 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 19, 2007 4:38am
by David Roberts [T...

Frank Witkowski

East Coast Chapter Spring Meet Update

Hi All..... We are finializing the details for the spring meet in Cleveland Ohio. Mark the dates of April 19, 20, 21, 2007 on your calander. Cathy and I visited the area last week end and scouted out some locations, I checked car stuff and Cathy checked shop...

Views: 662 Replies: 13

Last Post: Apr 17, 2007 6:29am
by Frank Witkowski

Ken McCormick

parts for a 614 deluxe rumble seat coupe for sale

I have a few parts for the running gear of this coupe for sale .Also 2 doors and a cowl that is not in the best of shape but could be fixed . I have the rear axle complete - it is taken apart but all there, have the motor mounts,all 4 springs,brake rods dash panel, T...

Views: 213 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 16, 2007 10:02pm
by Fred Scholl

Levi

Vintage Durant Catalog FOR SALE

Any offers before I post it on E-Bay….. original Durant paper back catalog……… please check out the link………… http://evil1customs.com/durant/catalog/Durant_parts_catalog.htm

Views: 244 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 16, 2007 2:57pm
by Levi

Tim Orr

parts wanted

helping out a non-member friend, who is in need of a 1930-32 Durant frame. Has the driveline and most of the other chassis pieces required. Body is in fair condition, presently learning wood working. Previous owner started but gave up, couldn't find a frame.

Views: 202 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 16, 2007 2:47pm
by Levi

Rick Botti

1929 Rugby D-40 Wire Side Van

Just posted a pictured of John Sweeney's beautiful 1929 Rugby D-40 Wire Side Van in the Photographs section. Rick

Views: 254 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 16, 2007 7:04am
by Jan Arnett

Rick Botti

1929 Durant Four Door Sedan

Just posted four pictures of a 1929 Durant Four Door Sedan owned by Albert Henderson of Pefferlaw, Ontario, Canada. They can be found on the Durant and Current Projects pages. Picture number one shows the barn where is rested for 26 years, but picture number three s...

Views: 295 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 15, 2007 8:59am
by Rick Botti

Ron Jaremkow

Can't reply

Last few times I have tried to REPLY, the reply doesn't get posted. After clicking on POST, the page doesn't change and it doesn't post. Any one else having a problem? RonJ

Views: 200 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 14, 2007 6:40pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Rick Botti

New Pictures of 1928 model 65

Just posted pictures of Mike Linthicum's 1928 Durant model 65 on both the Durant and Current Projects pages. Rick

Views: 257 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 14, 2007 6:15pm
by Rick Botti

Tony Howlett

For Sale

1929Durant M4 4dr sed for sale 2500.00 this is a project car in good cond.

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 13, 2007 11:54am
by Tony Howlett

John Sweeney

De carb of motor

Hi Guys, What additive do you guys use in your petrol to lubricate and decarbonize your motors. At present use Unleaded Petrol with a shot of morreys Lubricant. Your views would be appreciated. John . P.s. I hav...

Views: 204 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 13, 2007 8:32am
by Don Shilling

Tim Orr

33 Durant for sale

I wanted to sell my 33 sedan awhile back but my aunt, who left me the car didn't want me to. Afew weeks ago my aunt passed away at 92. I have somewhat lost interest in restoring this car, My interest is more into street rods. Don't worry! I would never street rod suc...

Views: 217 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 12, 2007 5:39am
by Mike Linthicum

Levi

Old Durant Catalog

I found this old catalog check out the link....tell what you guys think.... http://evil1customs.com/durant/catalog/Durant_parts_catalog.htm

Views: 404 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 11, 2007 1:34pm
by K McCormick

Mike Billings

For Sale 1930 Durant

For Sale, nice 1930 Durant needs restoration. VIN number L3694. Call me @718 234-2929 ask for Mike.

Views: 329 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 10, 2007 12:32pm
by Frank Witkowski

Norm Toone

cars for sale

My bro in law sent me these cars he found. Perhaps I'll get a convert yet. He thinks the 32 would look better with V8 etc and street rod. I don't think so !! http://www.americandreamcars.com/1929durantstarcp.htm This is a rare 1929 Star six model R. Hum you mea...

Views: 1047 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 10, 2007 4:16am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

How To Add Pictures to your Forum Messages

I just want to remind everyone that you can add an image to your message with a standard HTML image tag like this: - (leave out the quotation marks) Make sure the image you are linking to is stored on a webserver that allows you to remotely link to it, a decen...

Views: 237 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 10, 2007 2:43am
by Yates Milton

gary kauffman

aussie money problem cured

hey men, thanx for the input...but good news....when my son got home to los angeles,. he found a stash of aussie cash his wife brought back and forgot to cash in....so he is sending the money in aussie currency direct to the man....prblem solved....regards, gary

Views: 233 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 7, 2007 9:13pm
by gary kauffman

gary kauffman

australian money problem

HELLO, THIS IS GARY K. I BOUGHT A MAGAZINE FROM A GUY IN PEAKHURST, NSW, AUSTRALIA..... HE SAID TO SEND CASH I MUST ADD $15. US BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT IT COSTS TO CONVERT US CASH TO HIS MONEY..... THE ITEM I BOUGHT COSTS $7.29 AUS. INCLUDING SHIPPING......DOES THAT...

Views: 372 Replies: 10

Last Post: Apr 5, 2007 8:15pm
by gary kauffman

Don Shilling

Club Magazine

I just received the latest issue of the Durant Club magazine. Great layout, articles, and stories. I read with interest the formation of various departments to cover technical help, translation, and such. I also noticed my name mentioned as a source of Spanish transl...

Views: 270 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 5, 2007 8:02am
by Ken McCormick

Rick Botti

Durant's Standard Update

Thanks to Terje Bråtveit for donating yet another copy of the Durant's Standard magazine. The newest addition to the website is the December 1923 issue. You can find it in the Special Interest section. Rick Botti

Views: 289 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 2, 2007 10:08pm
by Rick Botti

Frank Witkowski

Fuel Pump on Ebay

Hi All..... Check out item 220096313437 If memory serves me right this is the same pump as used on the later 22A engines as used in the 614-617 619 etc. Located in Canada, no bids yet, I'm not bidding on this one Good Luck..... Frank ---

Views: 287 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 2, 2007 7:46pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Brandon Beard

Looking for detailed pics of 1925 Stars and early car/tractor conversions

Hi, I just bought a 1925 star chassis with front disk wheels and a tractor conversion kit on the rear. I suspect the vehicle was a pickup (because of the disk wheels), but don't know because the body is missing. Also, I don't know the make of the tractor conversion,...

Views: 243 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 2, 2007 5:40pm
by Brandon Beard

David Traver Adolphus

RIP E-7786

If anyone's keeping track, my office mate brought in a tag he pulled off of a decomposing firewall in the woods in Marlboro, New York some years back. Durant E-7786, a Model M4, has been accounted for. Photo of the tag available, if anyone's ever interested.

Views: 335 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 2, 2007 4:49am
by David Traver Ado...

steve mercier

Throw -out Bearing

Came across nos bearings today NICE #4958 and I am willing to part with does someone have a need for 1 let me know ?

Views: 415 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 31, 2007 5:12pm
by steve mercier

Franz Fraitzl

Distributor housings

Almost forgot, I am still waiting on a quote from a local CNC shop for the new billet aluminum housings. The guy promised me on friday to have a definite price. All orders have to be prepaid since we talking about a few hundred dollars per piece. Also I had a few...

Views: 443 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 30, 2007 7:12pm
by John Sweeney

Dave Schulte

6" Repro hubcaps

Is anyone out there interested in a set of 6, 6inch repro hubcaps from Argentina? I beleive they fit the 31 Durant 619. Price is $308 for the set of 6. You can contact me at schulte3@mepotelco.net. Thanks, Dave

Views: 398 Replies: 6

Last Post: Mar 29, 2007 9:51pm
by Ken McCormick

Ricardo H. Colombo

Windshield post stanchion

With the best intention to improve the look of my Rugby M2 28 y removed stanchions and windshield posts and sent for re-chroming to a shop. Unfortunately the right stanchion that had several welds exploded when trying to repair it. What appeared then, was that the le...

Views: 188 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 29, 2007 6:08am
by Ricardo H. Colom...

Phil Donoghoe

Meeting Auburn, Indiana, 26 - 30 September 07

How does the meet tie in with a visit to Hershey and/or Carlisle Swap meets. What dates are these and what accommodation is nearby. At this time my Wife (Maureen) and I are toying with the idea of attending the above and would also like to look at an intinerary that...

Views: 380 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 28, 2007 10:14pm
by Graham Mock

Phil Donoghoe

Australian and New Zealand Chapter.

Australian and New Zealand Chapter: I think it is time we down-under formed our own local chapter of this great club. I see such as a local resource to enable quality restorations by utilising members contributions, written and practical. Also the flushing out of Dur...

Views: 687 Replies: 7

Last Post: Mar 28, 2007 10:04pm
by Graham Mock

David Ford

Electrical Question

Hey Everyone, I'm having someone rebuild the motor and gen. for me. He wants to know if its Negative or Positive ground off the battery. I guess it varied back then. (29 Durant M2). Thanks Dave

Views: 308 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 27, 2007 4:07pm
by Frank Witkowski

Mac Irvine

Generator Part

I need a generator drive end head assembly for generator model GAL-4104. It is part number GAL-1068. The part itself likely has GAL-68 stamped on the inside. Thanks for your help. Mac

Views: 298 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 27, 2007 10:13am
by Mac Irvine

Gordon F. Curl

Parking light lenses

If you are looking for a parking light lense, there are a grouping of five on eBay. One is the Depress beam style as used on 30 - 32 Durant cars. There were however, different sizes used. Item 130092676381 Gord

Views: 275 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 26, 2007 12:14pm
by Norm Toone

Terje Bratveit

1925 Locomobile

Hello:)There is a 1925 Locomobile JR-8 Straight 8 Sedan Barn Fresh for sale on ebay. This is the first time I see this model for sale on eBay. Here is the adress: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Other-Makes-Locomobile-JR-8-1925-Locomobile-JR-8-Straight-8-Sedan-Ba...

Views: 352 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 24, 2007 11:58am
by Terje Bratveit

Tony Burke

Cowl molding question for 1922 Star

A good friend of mine is doing a 100% correct restoration on a 1922 Star. His question is: "Did the '22 Star originally have trim moulding on the cowl to seat the back of the hood? Mine does not, nor is there any visible indication that there ever was one. Only the...

Views: 277 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 22, 2007 8:20am
by Bill Hoaglan

Ken McCormick

Brake pedal return spring

What is the specs for the return spring for the brake pedal in the 30 coupe . How long is it --whats the tension ?? Any one able to answer this ?? Best would be a picture I guess but any info would be a help Thanks Ken

Views: 273 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 22, 2007 12:21am
by Ken McCormick

Ken McCormick

seat springs.

Anyone have any tips on where to find seat springs?? I would sure like to have springs rather than just foam padding .I need both the front and the rumble seat, seats and backs. Looking more and more like I better take a long road trip again .I seem to be fin...

Views: 233 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 21, 2007 3:09pm
by Frank Witkowski

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