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Yates Milton

Knocking Problem in 6 cyl. 22A Engine

Finally got the 30 Durant engine running but I have a knock in the engine. My questions are: 1. Did the conecting rods have inserts or were they poured? 2. Have any of you ever used "Slick 50" and if so what kind of results did you get? Any suggestions or adv...

Views: 429 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 24, 2005 2:14pm
by Yates Milton

Steve Large

New Parts Sources for Durants, Stars and Continentals

While researching Durant and other related materials I came across some sites which handle parts for the above mentioned vehicles which I didn't find any links to on our tech or parts related pages, they are for the following items. 1. replacement wiring harness...

Views: 567 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 23, 2005 4:39pm
by Rick Botti

Barry Baum

VW distributor for '23 Star

I need to replace the VW distributor on my "23 Star Station Wagon. Does someone know the year and/or model number of the proper distributor? Thanks, Barry

Views: 587 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 22, 2005 4:43pm
by Louis Quennevill...

Ed English

I need help to adjust the clutch on my 1928 Dorant M-2 Coupe

The clutch drags when shifting. I have adjusted the three actuating arms and if they are tight it seems to help some but when they are tight the actuating fingers drag on the throwout bearing housing when the clutch pedal is up. I have tried two different bearing h...

Views: 541 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 22, 2005 7:34am
by Frank Witkowski

Pedro Levaque

found- please help to identify

I was walking along the shore of Lake Ontario last week-end and found what looks like the cap of gas tank or carburator of an old car. It seem to be made of brass and the picture on it is of a large chicken like , horse shape with tail and wings up dragon like. In bi...

Views: 330 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 20, 2005 9:44am
by Bill Hoaglan

Yates Milton

Distributor Interchangability

There must be something or someone out there that knows about the interchange of distributors. Is there any information in the Durant Standards on this subject? Somewhere I have heard that a 28 Chevrolet will fit my 23 Durant and it has been posted on the Web Forum...

Views: 682 Replies: 5

Last Post: Sep 20, 2005 6:46am
by Walter Pré

Barry White

Generator

Would any of you guys out there have a working generator and drive gear (the one in the timeing case) that drives the generator you would be happy to sell. Regards Barry

Views: 555 Replies: 5

Last Post: Sep 16, 2005 3:33pm
by Barry White

Frank Witkowski

Export Durants

Anybody know what factories produced Durant and Star (Rugby) cars for export? I have a fellow in Argentina who is trying to discover where his 1930 614 was made. He does not have a data plate or a serial number to go by. Are there any unique items on these car...

Views: 613 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 15, 2005 3:30am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Jack Malpass

Durant ?? Star?? found

This past weekend at a swap meet I saw a car of questionable make for sale. It had a sign saying 1923 ?? Durant. I immediately started looking closer and saw numerous questionable items. It had a 1923 Durant radiator shell. Good. The engine was a 4 cly flat-head w...

Views: 446 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 14, 2005 1:12pm
by Yates Milton

Barry White

Generator again

Sorry,forgot to mention on last message generator and drive gear for a W3 continental motor .Thanks Barry

Views: 448 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 13, 2005 10:05am
by Barry White

Ken Crowl

Help!

Hey - need a quick help! 39 people read my post from a few days ago, but NO replys. On my '24 F Star - what is the correct amount of oil? And, if the wire "gauge" doesn't seem to work (float probably NG,) what is the best way to check it? Someone please give me a...

Views: 348 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 12, 2005 7:36pm
by Ken Crowl

Mike Linthicum

Star C or CC chasis

Anybody out there know the location of a Star C or CC Chasis in restorable condition?

Views: 462 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 12, 2005 7:11pm
by Don Shilling

Matt

1929 Durant Roadster

Hello- I recently came across a '29 Durant Deluxe Roadster in mostly original condition. It has the original 6 cyl engine in running condition. There are a few dings and dents here and there, the interior needs work, and most of the wood flooring will need to be r...

Views: 364 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 12, 2005 6:04pm
by Matt

Rick Botti

Antique Autos in History Park

I just posted some pictures of today Kelley Park event to the Past Events page. I took 154 and posted about 42, but I hope they give an idea of the day. Lots of cars and people dressed in vintage attire. We had 4 cars present, and all time record, next year we'll...

Views: 435 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 6:59pm
by Rick Botti

Garry Potter

NOS STAR FENDER

I have a NOS left rear fender that is labelled 1924-1925 Star. I had a 1925 Star touring but it did not fitso I put the fender in storage for many years. This new fender does not have a bend where it would attach flush and vertically to the touring body, but rather...

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 11:01am
by Garry Potter

Gordon F. Curl

1925 Star Touring for sale

Hey Guys: Garry Potter has just let me know that he will have his 1925 Star Touring for sale at the Barrie Flea Market next week. This is the car I have mentioned before that was for sale. Car was restored about 40 years ago, not driven a whole lot. Should have a...

Views: 516 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 8:41am
by Garry Potter

Mike Rice

car show

I would like to share my surprise from the local laborday car show.Class A 1900 to 1945 stock auto. participant's choice. The Star got third place it was a pleasant surprise.

Views: 301 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 12:50am
by Mike Rice

Rick Botti

DURANT-STAR STOCK CAR OUTRUNS PADDOCK & WYKOFF'S TIME

Here is an interesting link to an article written on Sunday, July 22, 1928 and published in Los Angeles Examiner. The story is about a Durant Roadster racing against a human track runner. It may have been a tie in with the 1928 Olympics in the Netherlands. http://...

Views: 270 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 10, 2005 5:50pm
by Rick Botti

Ken Crowl

'24 Star

What is the exact oil capacity on my '24 Star? Also, the wire oil gauge seems to work - how reliable are they? Thanx, KC

Views: 452 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 10, 2005 6:34am
by Ken Crowl

bob smith

government survey...most influential auto pioneer....free dinner

I'm not sure what will get the most attention SURVEY or FREE DINNER. Anyway the government is doing a survey..."most influential auto pioneer?" The list is long, our man W. C. Durant is on it and Henry Ford has been excluded. Should be a cake walk?? Three random...

Views: 423 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 8, 2005 2:46pm
by bob smith

Yates Milton

23 Durant - Distributor and Dash Switch Assembly

Anybody out there happen to have a distributor for a 4 cyl. A-22 Durant? How about a dash assembly that controls the "off & on" and the lights. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Yates

Views: 446 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 8, 2005 12:41pm
by Yates Milton

Lawrence

Pulling rear wheels.

Could somebody tell how to remove the rear wheels from my 1928 Durant D65. I don't have the proper puller and was wondering if there are any safe methods availible. Thx lawrence

Views: 512 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 3, 2005 7:21pm
by Bob

ken mccormick

wood work in 614 coupe 1930

I need a pic or dimensions of the wood that goes around the belt line in the rear window area --specifically the curved areas on both sides of the rear window --any one have a radius size for me --My car seems to be a bit twisted in this area and it is very dificult...

Views: 519 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 3, 2005 6:17pm
by ken mccormick

Louis Quenneville

picture of my car

Mike I sent a few pictures of my new project. The restauration of a Star depot hack model c 1923 to Rick a year ago and I never had news of that. If something wrong I will like to know. Louis

Views: 319 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 2, 2005 10:35am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken Brink

For sale

For sale -- I have a Trans for a 1925 Star, and a Rear end also for a 1925 Star.

Views: 440 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 1, 2005 8:58am
by Ken Brink

Ken Brink

1923 4 Dr. Sedan's

I showed my Car today and took (1) of 20 trophys. I was asked how many cars like mine (1923 A-22 4 Dr. Sedan) are there. Answer I do not know. So this is a question for our historian. How many of this model are around? Up and running or at least being restored.

Views: 511 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 31, 2005 5:40pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Gordon F. Curl

Parts on eBay

Hi folks: There is a 1928-29 Durant grille, radiator, headlights and support bar and front bumper on eBay under Antique auto parts #4569640223 No bids as yet - starting bid $100.00 Would be a deal if you need the parts. Gord.

Views: 682 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 26, 2005 8:29pm
by Don Shilling

Jason Berg

Star Motors Engine for possible sale

There is a guy that I work with that has been restoring a Star car. He has replaced the original motor and is no longer in need of it. The side of the motor has a plaque that says: STAR MOTORS INC 22226 Continental Motors Corp Detroit & Muskegon, Mich The...

Views: 289 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 26, 2005 11:07am
by Mike Linthicum

Steve Large

Star / Durant moto meter on E-bay

If your in need of a working Moto Meter for your Star or Durant please check out item # 6555591975 on E-bay. Also while I have your attention I'm looking for a hood ornament for a 1933 Beacon, Flyer or Ace, it is the nude flying lady type, although the correct one fo...

Views: 321 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 24, 2005 3:10pm
by Steve Large

Ken Brink

Tire Air Pressure

I have been told different Air Pressure for my Tires. I have been using 45lb's, it was suggested to use 35lb's. that seems to soft. What should I be using for proper tire wear, etc.? My tires are 4" x 31" on my 1923 A22 Durant 4 Dr. Sedan.

Views: 466 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 24, 2005 1:45pm
by Ken Brink

Wayne Farrand

Durant on eBay

Say, that 1931 model 619 that's listed on eBay as a '29 666 is quite a specimen! Somebody ought to be fighting over that. It needs to get into good hands. Somebody who will fix the ding in the right rear fender and take that antennae off the cowl (looks like one), t...

Views: 362 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 19, 2005 12:19pm
by Lance Haynes

Yates Milton

Lubrication of 23 Durant Speedometer Chain

What type of lubrication is recommended for the chain that is found on the 23 Durant speedometer to transmission?? This is a chain rather than a cable. Yates

Views: 476 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 18, 2005 3:03am
by Yates Milton

Don Shilling

Urgent! Need help on '28 Durant 65

We are trying to identify a car that is titled as a '28 Durant 65 but has a '31 Willys 6 radiator shell and an OHV Gmc 6 cyl engine transplanted in it. It looks to be well modified. Also if interest is the wire wheels with FOUR lug bolts! Can anyone confirm whether...

Views: 399 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 16, 2005 8:00pm
by Lance Haynes

Jim Glover

Durant Hearse?

Has anyone ever seen a Durant hearse? or a picture of one? I have a friend who, when he found out I own a Durant told me his grandfather had a funeral home years ago down in West Virginia,and he had a Durant hearse. Boy, I had my hopes up, until he said everything...

Views: 528 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 15, 2005 7:06pm
by mike Linthicum

Jack Malpass

Durant Distributor

My 1923 Durant's engine has the Autolite distributor and the engine runs good, However, there appears to be parts missing from the distributor housing. The points plate is screwed to the side of the distributor with 3 screws and what appears to have originally been a...

Views: 540 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 15, 2005 10:49am
by Bill Hoaglan

Rick Botti

Durant-Star, Put Through Its Paces on Coliseum Track

I found an interesting webpage with a reprint of a 1928 Loas Angeles Times story about a Durant-Star. The URL is: http://frankwykoff.com/stock-car1928.htm From the article: Taking a stock Durant-Star Four utility roadster down into the big bowl, Kaiser pu...

Views: 440 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 15, 2005 12:22am
by Rick Botti

Miles

Durant car prices

I am from Kansas and have found a Durant car. I think it is either an M4 or a model 40. It is in fair shape. There is little to no rust holes in the body. The front and rear bumpers, and the tire carrier are missing. The canvas top is gone. Everything is in great sha...

Views: 504 Replies: 6

Last Post: Aug 13, 2005 7:51pm
by Bob

Glenn Guild

'25 Star Touring rr. body tub

Does anyone know if the rear body tub was changed from '24 to '25 F Touring ? I picked up one off of a '24 from Don Shilling and it doesn't match mine. The rear corners on mine are rounder and the hight in the rear is wrong, mine is 1 1/2 in lower across the back. T...

Views: 589 Replies: 14

Last Post: Aug 11, 2005 4:41pm
by Glenn

Jack Malpass

Running Durant

As of yesterday, after a 3 year complete restoration of our 1923 Durant Sport Touring Model A-22, she fired right up and made a 3 mile test run. Runs like a well oiled watch. Although she is running I don't think it has the correct distributer (currently an Autoli...

Views: 335 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 11, 2005 6:27am
by mike Linthicum

mike Linthicum

Original Durant Standard Magazine

Does anyone know when the original Durant Standard magazine was published by the Durant Motors Company? From when to when?

Views: 321 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 11, 2005 6:25am
by mike Linthicum

Dave Schulte

Lug bolts

Hi, I need a complete set of lug bolts for a 30 Durant with wire wheels. Even one will help. Thanks, Dave

Views: 374 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 10, 2005 10:16am
by Dave Schulte

Miles

Durant parts

I was wondering if Durant (model 40 or M4) parts are very hard to find. And, are they very expensive. Any help would be appreciated.

Views: 335 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 9, 2005 3:27pm
by Miles

Justin Schiess

Durant Dealership Still Standing!

I met up with Bill Davis, another Durant M2 owner, at a local car show recently and he told me where the old Durant Dealer was located in Rochester, NY. Many years ago he did some roofing on the building and was shocked to find the Durant logo on the building as he...

Views: 532 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 9, 2005 12:20pm
by Justin Schiess

Barry White

Crank Pulley

Hi, I am putting together a W4 engine which was in pieces when I got it.The crankshaft at the front of the engine is keyed to accept the bottom pulley .The pulley I have is also keyed but has a hole through it to take a bolt or cotter pin. The shaft has no hole for t...

Views: 594 Replies: 7

Last Post: Aug 9, 2005 8:17am
by Barry White

Wayne Farrand

Continental engine on eBay

Is there anyone interested in the 22A 6 cyl on ebay (4565942040)? I would be if it wasn't in AZ. It would take too much travel or $ and since I have a running 6 cyl in my '31 plus another in a basket, I'll have to pass. Maybe they'r not rare or the '30-'31s that n...

Views: 274 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 6, 2005 9:15pm
by Wayne Farrand

Yates Milton

Durant Roadster on eBay

There is a Durant Roadster on eBay that really needs to go to a member or prospective member of the DMAC. This car does not deserve to go to a rodder. I have corresponded with the current owner for over one year. I was under the impression it was a 26 rather than a 2...

Views: 322 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 5, 2005 12:42pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Dave Schulte

Lee's Brake and Clutch

I recently had the brake shoes for my 30 Durant 6-14 relined by Lee's Brake and Clutch in Des Plaines, Ill.They are fast, professional and did an EXCELLENT job. Cost was $165 plus shipping. Lee's Brake and Clutch 995 Graceland Des Plaines, Ill. 60016 706-827-7114

Views: 350 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 2, 2005 6:38am
by Gregg Wellner

Tom Schwab

Distributor Cap

Hi, I am looking for the correct number to replace my distributor cap on our 1924 Star 4 cylinder continental engine. The Tech page lists the 4 clinder engine (1928 to 1932) as a part # AL-31. Is this also the # for the 1924 engine? The distributor cap is interchage...

Views: 524 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 1, 2005 9:52pm
by Tom Schwab

Mike Linthicum

Early Star & Durant radiator emblems

Anyone out there have an extra early Durant, Star or Flint radiator emblem they want to get rid of or sell. Prefer one in good condition, but small chips will not rule it out. Email me with condition and price.

Views: 284 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 1, 2005 3:02pm
by Mike Linthicum

Ricardo H.Colombo

Tires white bands

Is there any information about white bands in tires? Where some models out of the factories, provided with those tires or was a dealer offer? Was a popular feature in the twenties? I have seen cars of that period with and without bands. The tires of the twen...

Views: 394 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 31, 2005 8:04am
by Mike Linthicum

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