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Ron Hast

Carburetor resource

What is the resource for a new or rebuilt carburetor for a 26 Star 6 cyl. Continental engine?

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Last Post: Mar 15, 2007 3:32am
by Ron Jaremkow

gary kauffman

pictures for the durant star car i.d. guide

hello, if anyone is going to the two durant meets....cleveland and/or auburn....that would be a good time to give gary(me) any pictures you took of the identifying features and parts of your particular car...i will be at both meets, the good Lord willing. regards,...

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Last Post: Mar 12, 2007 7:49pm
by gary kauffman

Don Shilling

Measurments Needed for Star Coupe

I need some help from those of you Star "M" closed car owners. In reskinning the doors with new wood, there is one measurement that is critical to proper alignment of the door and body side beads. This measurement is between the centerlines of the dovetail and the...

Views: 298 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 12, 2007 4:09pm
by Don Shilling

David Roberts [THE WOLFMAN]

gas cap 1928 Durant 2dr coupe

Hi everyone. Iam in need of a gas cap.Someone needed mine.And removed it when I was parked in the plaza.So if any one knows of a cap could you email me. Mine was original complete with the D in the center.In side diamater 1 7/8" email address number1wolfman@hotmail....

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Last Post: Mar 12, 2007 3:51pm
by Mike Butters

Rhonda Christenson

1923 Star C Touring

My Dad has a 1923 Star C Touring, restored. He has recently decided to sell his car and has no idea what it might be worth. It's in very good condition and runs like a top. Can anyone give us an idea of what we might ask for it? Any help would be greatly apprecia...

Views: 219 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 12, 2007 3:17pm
by Rhonda Christens...

Ken McCormick

Durant car springs

I seem to recall someone looking for springs for a durant car. I have found the spare ones I had for my 30 rumble seat coupe. I have all four and they appear to be in good shape .Will sell them at a reasonable price . Buyer of course would have to pay the cost of shi...

Views: 209 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 12, 2007 1:35pm
by Ken McCormick

Dennis McBride

Post Sandblasting

Hello All: I will be starting sandblasting of body parts soon on my '28 M-2. There will be a lag time between the cleaning and the painting (body work, size of wallet, etc.) Question is, is there something that I can apply to the bare metal that will minimize re-rus...

Views: 432 Replies: 10

Last Post: Mar 9, 2007 6:37pm
by cdmn

Jack Malpass

Distributor Cap & Throttle Rod

Need help with a Napa Part number for the distributor cap and rotor on 1923 Durant 4 cyl Auto-lite distributor. I have looked through the Tech pages and do not see any info going back to 1923. Would it be the same as the listed 1928 or not. The distributor I have is...

Views: 332 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 8, 2007 11:42pm
by Vince O'Brien

David Ford

Looking for Wood and Chroming possibilities

Hey everyone, any info on the type of wood used in the doors and cab of a 29 Durant?, anyone good at replacing and matching, near Maryland. I've got alot of work to do !!! Also, how about reasonable chroming shops, if thats possible ? Thanks Dave

Views: 347 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 7, 2007 12:36pm
by Norm Toone

gary kauffman

answering "sheila's letter"

hey men...don't forget to read "sheila's" guest book entry and send some ideas and encouragement to her about her durant project. i told her what a good and helpful bunch you are ...don't make a liar out of me....regards, gary k

Views: 561 Replies: 12

Last Post: Mar 6, 2007 7:17pm
by gary kauffman

Frank Witkowski

Cleveland Spring Meet Hotel Info etc

Hi All....... Here is the Hotel info for the ECC meet April 20-21. Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland / Twinsburg 8971 Wilcox Drive Twinsburg, Ohio 44087 Phone 330-405-4488 Group -Durant Auto Club rate $79 Also have finalized the tour of the Crawford Auto Avia...

Views: 265 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 6, 2007 7:13pm
by gary kauffman

Chuck Faulkner

Star Roadster on ebay

I was just bowing ebay under Ford Model T. There is a Star roadster listed there. It is item number 160090165560. The guy calls it a 1923 but it looks like a 24 or 25. The wood has been done and over all it doesn,t look too bad. It is located in Brownsville, Tx. I do...

Views: 327 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 2, 2007 10:52am
by Chuck Faulkner

Don Shilling

Road Trip!!

Butch and I made a run up to Newberg, Pa last week and visited with Steve Gardner. Actually, we really wanted to look at his '28 Star Coupe and get some woodwork measurements and photos! Steve and his family were exceptionally hospitable and helpful in our quest. It...

Views: 398 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 1, 2007 9:52pm
by ross hoevet

Rick Botti

New addition to the Special Interest section.

I've posted two additions donated by Walter Pré Special Interest section. * The first is the story of the restoration of a Model 65 by a automobile museum in Buenos Aires, Argentina. * For all you music lovers, the second addition is a Rugby Tango (sheet m...

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Last Post: Feb 20, 2007 7:29am
by Rick Botti

.John Sweeney

Water Pump D.40

Can any one help with suggestions on what type of packing to use in the stuffing box of my water pump. The book says candle wickering with tallow or graphite grease. Have tried commercial 3mm Packing but still leaks even when idle. Have replaced shaft & nut. Your H...

Views: 386 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 20, 2007 3:45am
by David Roberts [T...

David Ford

Looking for info

Hello again, first restoration for me, is there a check list of what needs to be done or what they will look for, to keep original as possible in case its in a show? Thanks dave

Views: 304 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 19, 2007 8:50am
by David Ford

Ron Hast

Side view mirror report

Thanks to Bill Hoaglan and Jan Arnett who reponded to my hunt for a quality chrome side view mirror, I ordered one from lebaronbonney.com. It is easily installed by tapping out the pin in the upper driver's door hinge. The new unit comes with a new pin and fits as i...

Views: 305 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 19, 2007 6:48am
by jan arnett

Rick Botti

More New Pictures

I've just finished posting new pictures. You'll find a beautiful 1932 Frontenac Model E 670 Deluxe Sedan & 1930 Durant Model 407 Standard Sedan owned by Ray & Diane Walker of Ingersoll, Ontario. I've also added new pictures of a 1928 Model 65 Deluxe Sport Roadste...

Views: 443 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 18, 2007 4:27pm
by Rick Botti

Bruce Hargin

Found a Durant parts car. Need help to identify it.

Fellow Members, I took a look at a Durant car, the grill looks like a '28 or'29 model. The owner said it is a '27 although no cars were manufactured that year. The e ngine is a 15L with a bell housing. This car would be a parts only car and is located south of...

Views: 627 Replies: 6

Last Post: Feb 17, 2007 6:35pm
by Tracy & Mark

Ken McCormick

seat constructio

I think most of you know by now that I am in the proccess of restoring a great durant car. I am not going for a 100 point car -just one that will look good and drive well.At the moment I am working on the floor boards and running boards.I was thinking of using plywoo...

Views: 335 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 16, 2007 1:38pm
by Walter Pré

David Ford

Restoration parts

Hey Everyone, looking for idea's to replace cork seals in drive shaft cups. Working on 29 Durant M2. Thanks for any help.

Views: 345 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 16, 2007 11:57am
by David Ford

Mike Linthicum

February 2002 Durant Partner Swap or sell

I have an extra copy of volume 4 issue 1 dated February 2002 of the "Durant Partner". Would like to swap it for another 2002 issue except August 2002, I have that one. If you have any extras of the earlier Gillis years let me know, I might need one of them also. Any...

Views: 347 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 14, 2007 2:33pm
by Ken McCormick

Terje Bratveit

Durant magazines

Thanks to Rick Botti for converting and posting the Durant magazine that I sent him for this purpose. Among other passions, I really have this passion for pictures and old magazines. I just cannot see enough of these old cars (especially Durant's cars of course :))...

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Last Post: Feb 14, 2007 11:02am
by Terje Bratveit

Gigio Isola

Brakes & shocks for 1929 6-60

Dear Sirs, I just bought a Durant 6-60 phaeton, the car was stored since 1968, and is very complete, but for some reason, the brakes are empty, so I need all the brake shoes and other internal parts. Also the front brakes external rods and levers are missing. Any he...

Views: 307 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 13, 2007 6:01pm
by Mike Linthicum

Norm Toone

oil filter / hood hold downs 30 - 33 D's / Frontenac's

Hi fellows. Continuing the previous discussions about oil filters and "Roberts" under Hood Hinge Hold Downs he's another venue. May have a source for the chrome hood ends yet, as well from Tod. Hi Norm, I have a few oil filters on the shelf and don't change the...

Views: 530 Replies: 15

Last Post: Feb 13, 2007 12:34pm
by Carlos Lopez-Rui...

Tom Twomey

Removal of Steering Wheel?

Does anyone have a suggestion as to how I can remove the wheel on my 1926 Flint Junior Z-18 so I can send it away for restoration? My mechanic is stumped.

Views: 355 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 12, 2007 4:07pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Rick Botti

Website Updates

Ok, We have lots of new stuff added to the website. First, Terje Bratveit has sent me scanned copies of the November 1922 issue of Durant's Standard. I converted all of the pages to a single PDF file and posted it to the Special Interest section. One word of warni...

Views: 377 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 11, 2007 5:00pm
by Rick Botti

Frank Witkowski

Star Motor & Trans on ebay

Hi All........ Some one from the west coast needs to jump on this a Star motor and Trans in San Francisco starting at 99 cents and also no reserve. same seller has a rad & shell also eBay item # 170078596338 Good luck......Frank ---

Views: 386 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 10, 2007 5:52am
by Bob DeAngelis

Kim Phillips

1929 Durant coupe for sale

Model 60 for sale. Needs complete restoration. Picture of car was in the magazine June of 2004. Asking $4300.00 phone 317-223-9781

Views: 517 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 9, 2007 7:55pm
by Larry

Dave Roberts [THE WOLFMAN]

1923 Star 2dr runabout [roadster].

Hi everyone I have made arrangements to save another one of our great cars.1923 star runabout [roadster].It needs work but it will be a great project.I need any info I can get on this car.The roof is missing completely and one headlamp, bumpers front and rear.Any hel...

Views: 367 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 8, 2007 11:21pm
by Dave Roberts [TH...

Ron Hast

Side view mirror(s)

Looking for appropriate (quality) side/rear view mirrors. Hate to drill holes in the doors for mounting, however o.k. if appropriate. Any original type designs recommended and their source? Thanks much.

Views: 293 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 8, 2007 2:56pm
by Ron Hast

Jack & Mary Connor

Parts Source

Try the "fillingstation.com" Lots of interesting stuff even if it is Chevy parts in general. Honeycomb Rad cores--window channel-6volt alternaters--seat belts and much more Good Luck

Views: 290 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 8, 2007 5:59am
by curtis smith

Ryan

Have no clue what our Durant on Ebay is worth.....

..but if it doesn't bring $20k we'll probably keep in the fam or let Barrett Jackson decide what its worth... any comments? thanks

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Last Post: Feb 7, 2007 8:32pm
by gary kauffman

Mike Linthicum

8 volt battery vs 6 volt

What's everyones thoughts on using an 8 volt battery instead of a 6 volt. I was reading of someone who used it and said his starting and lights were much brighter and he had had no problems with this system. Anyone else used and 8 volt.

Views: 508 Replies: 7

Last Post: Feb 7, 2007 10:14am
by bobby carter

Bob Newkirk

Durant sales booklet - Poertner Motor Car Co

I have a Durant sales booklet with the name Poertner Motor Car Co showing models of the early 20s. I'm not a collector or dealer but I wonder if any of your members might be interested in it? 1) booklet is 6 x 4 3/4, 12 pgs, sepia 2) it contains description...

Views: 246 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 6, 2007 10:15pm
by Dave Roberts [TH...

Ken McCormick

brake rods

Has anyone got a picture of the emergency brake rod . I have a lot of rods but no rod for the emergency brake It goes from the hand lever to the cross rod.I cant quite figure how to build one since it must work when you pull the lever --and not work when you push th...

Views: 381 Replies: 10

Last Post: Feb 4, 2007 7:18pm
by Ken McCormick

Mike McDowall

Owners Manual

Help please. I'd like to get hold of an Owner's Manual for my 1923 Star Touring. Original or copy would be fine - I've tried a few US dealers without luck. Any ideas please. I have the Repair Manual for this car and would be happy to copy any part to any who might n...

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Last Post: Feb 4, 2007 9:58am
by Mike McDowall

Tim Orr

restoration to resume

My name is Mud! Some how my aunt, who gave me the 33 Durant sedan, found out that I was thinking of selling the car which has been in our family since it rolled off the production line in Leaside. The confersation we had on this matter is unprintable. She wounldn't...

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Last Post: Feb 1, 2007 10:14pm
by ross hoevet

Eliot Smith

Firewall

Can someone help me with some pictures of the firewall (cowl) on a 25 Star? Need the view under the hood showing what is mounted and what holes go through into the car and what goes through them. Mine as several holes that I don't think should be there and there is a...

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Last Post: Feb 1, 2007 4:04pm
by Frank Witkowski

ross hoevet

durants in movies

For pictures of our cars in the movies go to www.imcdb.org/movie, then click on the home page.Type in your movie, and pictures of the cars will come up(eg bonnie and clyde,timecop--note not identified yet).Has a vast listing of cars in movies and tv

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Last Post: Feb 1, 2007 3:46pm
by Frank Witkowski

Ken Crowl

Steering Wheel

OK - my '24 Star is up and running - thanx to help from many of you. Now for some cosmetics! My wooden steering wheel is OK, but to replace it, does somebody make them or best to have one handmade? Help, please... KC

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Last Post: Jan 31, 2007 8:01pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

A Star Shines at Hershey

Hi All....... If you look in the latest AACA winners list from the Fall Meet at Hershey in Class 17B You will see that members Ron & Gloria Wiersma recieved a Second Junior for their BEAUTIFUL 1928 Star. If you've been to any of the ECC meets or the New Jerse...

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Last Post: Jan 31, 2007 1:35pm
by Bill DeVries

Frank Witkowski

1923 Star Roadster For Sale

Hi All....... I've found a 1923 Star Model C Runabout (Roadster) for sale. The car has been in the same family since 1950 is complete except for the top. Located in Maine. I Have the contact information . Any interest ???? Frank ---

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Last Post: Jan 29, 2007 5:25am
by Mike Linthicum

Richard Kavanagh

For sale 1930 Durant Rumble Seat coupe

Very nice model 613 Coupe .older restoraion,Rumble seat.Nice interior&engine &driveline are great.Artillery Wheels&Wide White walls.Light Grey body with dark blue interior&DarkFenders &trim.I can e-mail a photo on request.Asking price is $12,000.00 CDN.funds.Call eve...

Views: 348 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 28, 2007 7:15pm
by Larry

NormToone

Rear fender 1932

Well here we go again with another quirk on the 32 ? Talking to Gord Curl his Fronty rear fenders have a different moulding that doesn't sweep around the bottom of the fender like the Durant's do. When we picked up the car I noted this slot on the bottom of the fe...

Views: 308 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jan 28, 2007 3:35am
by Norm Toone

Dennis

1931 Devaux brakes

Hello All, Does anyone know where I could purchase the steel brake cables for the 1931 Devaux? I understand that the 31 614 Durant had the same brakes. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Dennis

Views: 459 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 27, 2007 6:59pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Mike Linthicum

DMAC National Meet Auburn 2007! Be there or be square!

Ok fellow Durantonians. You will want to make your reservations early on this one. I've been challenged to make this the best and greatest DMAC Annual Meeting ever! That's a hard shoe to follow but the ECC is sure going to try. I finalized the hotel yesterday which...

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Last Post: Jan 27, 2007 5:50pm
by gary kauffman

BRIAN BOYS

RACING DURANTS

MEMBERS COULD ANY OF YOU WHO HAVE SPEEDSTERS OR RACING CARS SEND ME PICTURES AND HITORY,PICTURES OF SPECIAL PARTS,THANKS. ANY DURANT OR CARS USING DURANT PARTS OF INTEREST TO ME THANKYOU. BRIAN BOYS

Views: 346 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 26, 2007 3:52pm
by Rick Botti

Patrick Dolan

Can You Decode Block Number?

I have come across another neat project. I am a heavy 20's early 30's Chrysler product collector, so the Star car is all new to me. I have come up with a rough early to mid 20's Delivery truck. I don't think it's a Depot Hack because it has a full bed (no rear seatin...

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Last Post: Jan 26, 2007 3:12am
by NormToone

Mike Linthicum

quality chrome plating facility?

Other than the chrome shop that Lance uses in California, has anyone had any good dealings with any of the other ones out there? So many of the chrome shops are bumper replaters not show chrome facilities. How about any of the big ones, Graves or Pauls? Any small s...

Views: 383 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 23, 2007 8:14pm
by Mike Rice

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