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Curtis Smith

Yesterday I went down to Automotive Drivetrain (Tigard, Oregon) to see how John Lehde was coming along with the axle for my '29 D40. I've got to say I'm really excited by the beautiful work John is doing. The six felt seals in the axle tube have been replaced with...

Views: 281 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 9, 2006 6:18am
by Gordon F. Curl

Lance Haynes

New 2006 Club Roster

Hello Durant Club Members. We are in the process of mailing out about 400 brand new 2006 DMAC Rosters. A little overdue. We decided to print every member that has ever been in our club over 730 as the postage was the same. This way you can contact someone close to...

Views: 258 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 8, 2006 9:17pm
by Chuck Faulkner

Frank Witkowski

Tractor Supply Stores as A Supply Source

Hi ALL... If you live near farm country and have not visited one of these Farm Tractor supply outlets, you should! They are a great source for many items. Mike L has mentioned non detergent oil and saftey flashers. They also have 6 and 8 volt batteries. Th...

Views: 331 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 8, 2006 9:03am
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Linthicum

Non detergent oil and safety light

Anyone with a Tractor Supply Company chain store in your area, can find gallon and 5 gallon containers of non-detergent oil there for sale. I was in one the other day and found the oil. Also on their shelves is a magnetic red LED light that is battery operated to sta...

Views: 259 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 7, 2006 5:45pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Dennis Comer

Tillotson Carburetor

Does anyone have a source for a rebuild kit for a 1929 Tillotson Model S-4-C carburetor. Thanks in advance for any information provided.

Views: 551 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 6, 2006 10:32am
by Gary Warden

Mike Linthicum

Death of member Richard Bandel

It is with sad note that we are just finding out about the passing of the East Coast Chapter member Richard Bandel. Richard attended our first and second meeting bringing with him his beautifully restored grenn 4 dr 1928 Durant M2 that he cherished. He passed on May...

Views: 519 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 6, 2006 8:04am
by Carol Fogarazzo

Tim

1928 Durant 65

I am thinking of buying a project I saw and want to know what these things are going for restored to original condition. It needs a top for sure but the body is sweet except for 2 missing door handles for the rear doors, the rest is all there. That vaccum fuel pum...

Views: 346 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 6, 2006 7:52am
by Tim

Louis Quenneville

depot hack model c1923

I am sorry my engish is not to good.I did a mistake. What I want to know how the dash panel instruments is make. If somebody have a picture I would like to see it. Thanks you

Views: 553 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 1, 2006 5:15am
by Louis Quennevill...

Lance Haynes

Flint Durant Hotel

Hello. I have been communicating with a very nice historical society gal (Sally Jaeger) back in Flint MI. about some history back there in Flint where our man Billy Durant got his start in Business. And some of us older Durant Club members were taken by our club hist...

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Last Post: May 31, 2006 8:28pm
by Lance Haynes

Jack Malpass

1923 Durant WHEELS

I am cleaning out my shop and these wheels have got to go! I have 4- 1923 Durant dish wheels. 2 front and 2 back with hubs. The tires are 4.40-4.50 x 21". Lots of tread and hold air but dry rot cracks show. The dishes and hubs are perfect EXCEPT the previous owner ta...

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Last Post: May 31, 2006 5:00pm
by Jack Malpass

Rick Botti

Model 66 i Norway

I've update the story of how Terje Nafstad in Norway aquired and restored his 1929 Model 66 Durant. I've also included a printable version of this story in PDF format. Look in the Photographs section under Durant, then 1929 or in the Special Interest section. R...

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Last Post: May 31, 2006 10:50am
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

New Oakland Factory Pictures

It's been almost 4 years since the DMAC held it's meet in the Oakland factory. So on this Memorial Day weekend I drove out and paid a visit with camera in hand. Those pictures can be seen by going to the Special Interest section and clicking on Oakland Plant Photos,...

Views: 402 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 30, 2006 10:13pm
by Rick Botti

Gordon F. Curl

DMAC Annual General Meeting

Well folks, the date has been finalized. All roads lead to Canada for the 9th Durant Motors Annual General Meeting. September 21 - 24, 2006 Location: Holiday Inn and Conference Centre, Fort Erie, Ontario. (just across the border from Buffalo) A couple of tours...

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Last Post: May 30, 2006 9:45pm
by Rick Botti

Steve Paul

Durant Engine by Continental

Durant Engine by Continental, serial #WA483123 plus differential, needs a new home. Engine turns. Will exchange for a modest chartible donation. Located near the junction of I90 & I43. Hurry if interested, it's got to go.

Views: 552 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 30, 2006 10:51am
by Tim

Ron Hast

Oil Capacity / 6 Cyl Continental (26 Star R)

Just finished dropping the pan to install new gaskets. Cleaned and re-fit. Mechanics manual calls for 6 quarts 30 weight non detergent. Filled with 5 quarts which brings dip stick reading over full mark. There are no apparent modifications, other than what appears to...

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Last Post: May 30, 2006 2:39am
by Ron Hast

Ron Hast

Hand Crank - Starting

My 26 Star R Coach has an electric starter that works well -- and it appears there is an opening in the lower radiator cowling for a crank. Where might I locate a crank? And, any tips on what or not to do with it? Thanks, Ron

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Last Post: May 29, 2006 7:07am
by Gordon F. Curl

Lawrence

Primer for Engine oil gallery

I received a call from my uncle who I bought my 1928 65. He told me that he had a pump that he used to use for primeing the oil gallery when the car would sit for a long time. When I went to pick it up I couldn't beleive what it was. It looked like a popcorn popper t...

Views: 402 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 28, 2006 7:55am
by Lawrence

Rick Botti

Who Sumitted these pictures?

I forgot who sent me a copy of these pictures, HELP! I think they were taken in New York state last year, they are of Durant dealer building that still bears the Durant insignia on the front of the building. Please contact me if you know who it was. Rick Bott...

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Last Post: May 25, 2006 7:33pm
by Rick Botti

Ron Hast

Speedometer calculation and service

I recall a resource listed here for speedometer calculation and service (26 Star R). Update please? Thanks! R.H.

Views: 379 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 23, 2006 10:00pm
by Ron Hast

Lou Amsler

'23 Star parts

I have a Star engine & trans. It has been sitting in the woods for 60+ yrs in a chassis. This is nothing to get exited about- the timing cover was broken to steal the mag and the carb and starter and generator are gone. The block had been cracked and the car was dr...

Views: 343 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 23, 2006 5:17am
by Lou Amsler

Greg Sproule

Newbie

G'day all, I'm a recently converted enthusiast from Australia. I bought 3 Rugbys (2 x 24's and a 28 tourer) about 18 months ago in a job lot complete with stacks of spares from a gentleman who'd been collecting bits and pieces for over 20 years for the restorations...

Views: 338 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 22, 2006 10:57am
by Jan Arnett

Gregg Hotson

Looking for a Durant entry for 2006 Milwaukee Concours

Dear Durant Owners This August 26-27 the Wisconsin Region of the Classic Car Club will again present The Masterpiece Style and Speed Concours automobile show at Milwaukee's lakefront. We are presenting rare, fine and historic autos in a Concours D’Elegance set...

Views: 301 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 21, 2006 8:01pm
by Gregg Hotson

Dennis Comer

Gas Tank Sending Unit

The small pot metal gears on my original gas tank sending unit for 29 Durant Model 60 are deteriorated and one is broken. Does anyone have a good unit for sale or a source for the small gears. Also, does anyone reproduce the original U.S.L. batteries as original....

Views: 375 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 20, 2006 1:46pm
by Rick Botti

scott walsh

durant md.614

hi need crown gear/pionion,some door handles,windshield gears/crank,fuel tank guage,bumper pins motor crank,side mirror,back seat ashtraywiper motor ass. can anybody help me out thank you scott walsh ph 1 506 753 3333 fax 1 506 759 8787

Views: 281 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 20, 2006 7:14am
by scott walsh

Al Farnum

Rear Wheels

I want to remove the rear brake drums on my Model 60 just to check the shoes and other parts. Is there something that I should know before attempting this? Do I need any special tools? I removed the front drums very easy. Would this be the same procedure? Thanks...

Views: 223 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 19, 2006 1:00pm
by Ricardo H. Colom...

John Van Groningen

Seeking information

A friend has asked me to assist him in finding a buyer for a 1929 Rugby 4 door sedan. This belonged to his father-in-law who recently died. The car is in very good condition and stored in a garage. Attempts by me to find a 'starting point' as to what this car is wor...

Views: 299 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 19, 2006 2:10am
by John Van Groning...

Rick Botti

Golden Quill Award

I'm happy to announce that the DMAC and gained more exposure in the current issue of Old Cars Weekly. The publication has awarded the Durant Partner their Golden Quill award for 2006. click link and scroll down to INTERMEDIATE SIZE THE DURANT PARTNER, Jacki Sch...

Views: 554 Replies: 8

Last Post: May 18, 2006 11:04pm
by Lance Haynes

Dennis Comer

Looking for parts

I am in the process of restoring my 1929 Model 60 Landeau 2-door. I am missing the polished caps on the Landeau bars behind the rear windows. Does anyone have these for sale or a diagram of what they look like so I can have replacements fabricated. Thanks!

Views: 415 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 18, 2006 11:03pm
by Lance Haynes

Ron Hast

Vibration Mystery

Seeking help in identifying a "vibration" that occurs on the 26 Star Coach Continental Red Star 6 Cylinder (14L) engine. While reving up the engine in neutral, standing still, it reaches a point of vibration evident in the shaking of front fenders. It has a similar v...

Views: 554 Replies: 14

Last Post: May 18, 2006 10:41am
by Ron Hast

Bob Krause

DMAC Proposed Constitution and by-laws In question!

I agree with the fact that our Durant club should be on non profit status period. I hope during the next administration this will happen. A year ago or so, Bob Porter sent me a copy of a proposed constitution instead of by-laws for the club. After studyi...

Views: 482 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 16, 2006 7:59pm
by GARY K

Mike Linthicum

Public apology to Lance and the DMAC

Dear DMAC members It seems that I have stirred up some ugly postings on the forum when I voiced my opinion on the current election process. I thought the forum was just that a group of people who come together to talk and share their feelings and common interest...

Views: 440 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 16, 2006 7:45pm
by GARY K

Mike Mcdowall

1923 Star

I've just purchased a 1923 Durant Star - a very rare car over here in England. The papers included editions of your club magazine, so it may be known to you. I would like to join the club - is it possible to pay by card? - much easier than bank transfer etc. I'd l...

Views: 328 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 16, 2006 12:51pm
by Mike Mcdowall

Leonard Burkholder

Paint door jams?

Hi fellow Durant lovers, This a question for my 1929 Model 60 touring. Can someone tell me if the Wood part of the door jams get painted the same color as the car? If so do you use a wood paint or the same paint as you would use on the outside?

Views: 257 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 15, 2006 9:11am
by Jan Arnett

Tony Burke

Editor must be a member?

As a past editor, I would like to say that making membership a requirement for the position of Editor did not help the club in the past. The magazine looks super these days. It takes a lot more time than most people can give, or are willing to give. I would hate to s...

Views: 469 Replies: 8

Last Post: May 15, 2006 9:08am
by Jan Arnett

Lance Haynes

Voting ballot

Hello everyone. I have been on the phone all day and this evening talking to officers and board members and we have agreed that any and all unsigned ballots will be counted. I talked to Yates for 73 minutes today. He is a hard one to get on the phone to as he does no...

Views: 453 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 15, 2006 8:56am
by Jan Arnett

Emil Oraskovich

Clum Ignition switch key

Can some one send a photo or key number used on the Durant-Star cars and years used. I have a friend that has old key blanks for older autos.

Views: 317 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 15, 2006 8:10am
by Ricardo H. Colom...

Frank Witkowski

1930 Durant Model 617

Hi All Cathy and I just got home from New Jersey with our latest find. It's a Deluxe 4 door sedan, with 6 wire wheels, dual side mount spares, a trunk rack and trunk on the rear. This was top of the line in 1930. This is an early production Lansing car #1...

Views: 243 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 15, 2006 5:41am
by RD

Mike Linthicum

Ballot forms and upcoming election.

I received my Partner yesterday with the ballot for the upcoming election. I would like to comment on the upcoming election. First I think that club officers should not so emphatically state in print who they are endorsing. For those who do not follow the membership...

Views: 779 Replies: 25

Last Post: May 13, 2006 10:27am
by Mike Rice

Franz Fraitzl

We have a new baby girl!

Just wanted to let everyone know that my wife Courtenay has given birth to a beautiful baby girl named Charlotte Porsche Fraitzl. She was born on May 4th at 4.37 am in our home in Vancouver, B.C. Mom and baby are well and resting. Franz Fraitzl

Views: 443 Replies: 8

Last Post: May 12, 2006 8:52am
by Jan Arnett

Mike Linthicum

23 Durant on Ebay Motors

Anyone looking for a great restored 23 Durant. There is one listed on Ebay with a starting bid of $10,000.00. They had the car listed on the Traderonline classic car for $49,000 yes I said $49,000 I emailed them and told them that they would be lucky to get that so I...

Views: 318 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 12, 2006 8:10am
by Bill Hoaglan

Bob Smith

Radiator Emblem Contest

I know Mike has been very patient with the badge contest and I'm sure everyone is looking forward to closure. However, since there are so many great submissions, with the voting being carried out over two different medias, over a great length of time. I sugg...

Views: 302 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 12, 2006 4:38am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Nominee Profiles for the upcoming election.

Dear fellow Durantonians I’d like to introduce myself. Many of the East Coast Chapter members have met me and many of the members on the forum and who read the Partner have seen my postings and articles. I have been a member of the DMAC for about 3 year...

Views: 341 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 11, 2006 8:21pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Lawrence

Model 55 Instruction Manual

I have a Model 55 Manual that has no year on it. It is very complete and has a lot of valuble info in it. Because I have a 1928 Model 65. I would like to know what the differance is. I find the manual to be the same as my 65. If anybody has any Ideas I would like to...

Views: 231 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 10, 2006 5:38am
by Lawrence

Carol Fogarazzo

Timing Chain for a Continental Motor for sale

Ray Walton purchased this beautiful Timing chain (can timing chains be beautiful??) Sorry to say it does not fit his Star. He would like to recoupe his money.... Anyway.... it is in its original box NOS... the chain looks like it was made yesterday, It lists the fol...

Views: 380 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 9, 2006 10:34pm
by Carol Fogarazzo

Mike Linthicum

East Coast Chapter meeting in Williamsburg, VA

I got back yesterday from the ECC meeting in Williamsburg and man what an event. I want to thank Frank & Yates for helping make a great event for all Durantonians! The cars were great, the swap meet was fantastic and Friday nights meeting was very educational on wher...

Views: 510 Replies: 7

Last Post: May 9, 2006 11:21am
by Carol Fogarazzo

D Garstin

Durant

A friend of mine has a Durant truck sitting in her yard.We don,t know much about this truck except it's a 1 ton and it's in pretty rough condition.If anyone is interested,i could take some pics and Email. Thanks Darcy

Views: 324 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 8, 2006 4:18pm
by David Roberts [T...

Don Shilling

Star M Coupe Info Needed

Hi Guys! The progress on our two M coupes is coming along nicely. Presently, I'm getting the door skins ready to assemble on the finished ash frames. Butch is finishing up on his rear body section and the rear panel repair is looking very profesional. However, I no...

Views: 353 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 7, 2006 1:13pm
by Don Shilling

Walter Pré

Rugby Touring M2

Some questions about a restoration project of a Durant Rugby Touring M2 early 1928 , maybe end of 1927, i don´t know because it hasn´body plate as you can see in http://www.durantcars.com/registry/rugby/Rugby28NoID01/Rugby28NoID01.shtml as the car was b...

Views: 737 Replies: 10

Last Post: May 5, 2006 5:21am
by Frank Witkowski

Rick Botti

Another Meet Coming Up

2006 is going to be a busy year for the DMAC, no sooner than the ECC meet has finished their meet, the Canadians will host two more meets . The first is the 10th ANNUAL DURANT GATHERING, held on June 23 - 25th 2006. I've posted this on the events page and also posted...

Views: 282 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 4, 2006 5:51pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Louis Quenneville

Star Depot Hack model c 1923

Hi! I am looking for a picture for the front panel of my Star Depot Hack model c 1923.I find some from Ford but it,s not the same one.If one of you has a picture , I woud like to see it. Thanks you.

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Last Post: May 2, 2006 11:40am
by Louis Quennevill...

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