​​​​​​

Durant Motors Internet Forum

Our Purpose

  Preserve the automobiles manufactured by the Durant Motor Company, provide enjoyment for each member with meets, tours & technical assistance.


This forum is provided by the Durant Motors Automobile Club located at durantmotors.org

How to Add Pictures             Rocky

General Discussion Forum
Start a New Topic 
87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96
Topic
Author
Views
Replies
Last Post
value
Can ANYONE tell me good site to look at to get the value of a Durant? TIA
Views: 289   Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 12, 2004 12:14pm
by Charles A. Spitz
AACA Magazine
Did anyone notice the inside back cover of the latest Antique Automobile magazine? Looks like a Star service truck to me. What do you think? Frank
Views: 366   Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 9, 2004 2:03pm
by Bob Porter
Durant Partner
Hello everyone. It is now October and I feel you all deserve a update on our club magazine. As you remember Tony did not have the luxury of working hand in hand with someone new to help with our high class first class award wining magazine as his employer UPS started...
Views: 258   Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 8, 2004 12:54pm
by Gordon F. Curl
s
Scott
Grey-Dort parts
I have what I was told is a 1918 Grey Dort roadster cowl, doors, windshield stantions, and windshild frame. Only rust at all I have seen is in the windshield frame. Would like $300 for everything. Feel free to call me @ 304-365-0884....Scott
Views: 365   Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 9:16pm
by Scott
s
Scott
1928 M2 Durant for sale
I have lost all interest in my Durant and have deceided to sell her. Body is rough, (see pic under photos) most all the wood is gone. Frame has been cleaned, painted, new late model rear end seals installed. rear was purchased from Frank Whittaker and seemed to be...
Views: 356   Replies: 2
Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 9:14pm
by Frank Witkowski
1929 Durant 4dr sedan
looking for an iginition switch for a 29 sedan One of the last items in a complete restoration. ANy help is appreciated
Views: 289   Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 3:37pm
by James Lay
Durrant on AACA board
Saw this listed on the AACA BB. http://www.aaca.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Number=246640&page=1&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1 Jan
Views: 227   Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 9:01am
by Jan Arnett
Shocks rebuilt
Does anyone have a good source for having the original shocks rebuilt for my Durant 60? The name on them is Delco Remy (Lovejoy).
Views: 283   Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 5, 2004 4:18pm
by Ronald A Jaremko...
Cowl Light Arms
Hi, would anyone have a spare set of cowl light arms for a 29 model 60, I need a deacent set for chroming or to borrow a set so Mike and Neil Butters can make me a new set any help would be greatly appreciated.
Views: 244   Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 3, 2004 4:24am
by Steve Mercier
A-22 Manifold
The manifold on our A-22 has been welded at the outlet and whilst bead blasting, we found that you can see through the weld. Does anyone have one of the early manifolds that they would part with? This is the early one that has the vacuum tank affixed to it. I be...
Views: 277   Replies: 1
Last Post: Oct 2, 2004 2:02pm
by Carol And Larry ...
s
steve
I.D. Plates
I remember back a short while ago someone was having new I.D. plates made up for various makes and models and I belive Gord Curl was requesting some for Forntenacs. Did any of these ever get made and are any more available to Frontenac owners?
Views: 287   Replies: 1
Last Post: Sep 30, 2004 7:16am
by Frank Witkowski
The Durant Partner
Good news about the Sept. club magazine. I paid Tony's old printer in Los Angeles with one of my credit cards to speed up everything and he is going to run a proof tomorrow and my hat goes off to Haley for all her driving around in the Los Angeles traffic to get this...
Views: 278   Replies: 1
Last Post: Sep 29, 2004 6:29pm
by Carol And Larry ...
Hershey meeting place
Hello all!! Larry will be at Hershey in the White Field. WAX 6-7 Look for the Durant Banner!! Everyone from the club are invited to meet him on Friday at 4:30.. for an hour or so. BYO drinks and goodies. Lets talk Durants !
Views: 293   Replies: 3
Last Post: Sep 29, 2004 6:23pm
by Carol And Larry ...
East Coast Chapter
We had some discussion at the New Jersey meet about forming an Eastern Chapter. Is there any interest? Yates and I talked to some of the folks there and did collect some names. If you would be interested in working with us to form a chapter please contact eith...
Views: 335   Replies: 6
Last Post: Sep 29, 2004 6:14pm
by Carol And Larry ...
DURANT 1928 M2 Coupe on Ebay
There is a DURANT 1928 M2 Coupe for sale on ebay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6472&item=2491968010&rd=1
Views: 261   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 29, 2004 7:43am
by Rick Botti
Electrical system
Now I am facing the electrical system of my 1928 M2 Rugby. I have seen headlamps chart of Mazda bulbs and there is some indication about 32 and 21 CP for 6Volts. Looking around locally I found 50 CP bulbs and had been told that those where the lamps used at that t...
Views: 276   Replies: 2
Last Post: Sep 29, 2004 3:49am
by Ricardo H. Colom...
g
George
1929 Model 60 Parts
I'm parting out a '29 Model 60 2 Door Coupe. If any one is interested let me know your needs. I took a lot of pictures today (No Rain). Shipping would be from Seattle area.
Views: 297   Replies: 2
Last Post: Sep 23, 2004 11:58am
by Stephen Aldrich
New Jersey Durant Meet Pictures
The first pictures of last weekends Durant meet are now posted in the Photograhs section. Click on the Photographs button, then click on the Past Events Button. From there one last click on the 2004 Annual meet button and you're there. Rick
Views: 439   Replies: 12
Last Post: Sep 21, 2004 1:20pm
by Rick Botti
Traveling West with empty trailer
I will be driving from Philadelphia, PA to Fallon, NV to pick up a 1929 Durant model 60 parts car. On the way West my trailer will be empty. Do you have anything that needs to go from East to West. The trailer is not closed. The load should be less then 2,000 pounds....
Views: 209   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 20, 2004 5:28pm
by Leonard Burkhold...
Star Radiator cap
I am told that a 23-27 Chevrolet radiator cap will fit my 24 Star. I can get one in TX unless there is a Star one available. Ideas?
Views: 256   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 20, 2004 3:49pm
by Ken Crowl
1924 Star for sale on Ebay. Must be a typo?
Just listed on Ebay Motors is a 1924 star with a price of $79,999.00. This has to be a typo! What hat did they pull that price out of? Can you imagine that?
Views: 464   Replies: 15
Last Post: Sep 19, 2004 5:00pm
by jake
1932 Durant
4 Door.....6 Cyl. Never Restored....In excellent shape Call Anytime after 6 P.M. 1-705-389-2270 Serious callers only please
Views: 277   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 18, 2004 5:22pm
by Walter Williams
DMAC Annual Meeting is Concluded
The Seventh Annual DMAC Meeting is over, and most of the attendees are on their way home. We had nine different Durant made vehicles at various times during the weekend. We had about 60 different people attend the various events over the three days. On Frida...
Views: 550   Replies: 14
Last Post: Sep 18, 2004 2:23pm
by Charles A. Spitz
b
bec
webmaster
now that day 3 of the 4 day east coast meeting has ended can we finally stop this annoying popup that has been announcing it daily for the past few months thanking you in advance bec
Views: 377   Replies: 6
Last Post: Sep 16, 2004 7:17am
by mike Linthicum
I'need pictures to restore a Durant 32 roadstar !!!
My name is Aabel Aguilera. I' live in Argentina. I have a durant 1932, Before roadstar, Now truck. Please I' need your help. In this moment I' rebuilding this Durant, but I' need pictures of the others similar cars . In specialy of the END of car (rumble seat...
Views: 219   Replies: 1
Last Post: Sep 15, 2004 7:32pm
by Gary warden
Door Bumpers
I have arranged for the production of the semi-circular door stops or bumpers as used in models M2, M4, 40, 55, 60, and R. These were part number 22661. A pair (required for each door) will cost $7.00 plus shipping. These should be available before the end of Augus...
Views: 459   Replies: 9
Last Post: Sep 15, 2004 5:57pm
by Mac Irvine
1930 Durant 614 - auction on ebay
Greetings, my father, Jim Smith, has asked me to auction this car for him on ebay. I thought I'd let this forum know about it. If you'd like to call him and talk to him about it he can be reached at 704-492-1126. He doesn't have a computer. This is what he say...
Views: 300   Replies: 4
Last Post: Sep 14, 2004 5:40pm
by Michelle Smith
Timing
Can anyone tell me exactly where the timing mark is on the flywheel? I don't know if it is just covered with dirt and grease causing it not to be visible.
Views: 308   Replies: 4
Last Post: Sep 14, 2004 5:40pm
by Bill DeVries
water pump parts 24 star
I am looking for new a water pump shaft & bushing for my 24 Star F Touring or water pump or place that rebuilds. Also I still need a rear body panel for the same car. All help appreciated !
Views: 330   Replies: 4
Last Post: Sep 9, 2004 9:25am
by Glenn Guild
Steering wheel
In my previous post I had mentioned that I needed help to remove the steering wheel on my Model 60. What I really need is help getting the horn button and levers off to get at the nut underneath. Sorry about the confusion. I just don't want to break anything. T...
Views: 314   Replies: 3
Last Post: Sep 9, 2004 5:34am
by Al Farnum
DMAC Annual Meeting-NJ
With less than a week to go there are: 34 people coming to the annual meeting 47 people coming to the Elizabeth Durant Plant 42 people coming to the Saturday BBQ 32 people coming to the Deal, NJ event Are you one of those that will be in NJ for the annual me...
Views: 329   Replies: 8
Last Post: Sep 8, 2004 8:35pm
by Charles A. Spitz
h
Haley
September Durant Partner
Hello everyone!! As the last issue was my first attempt at putting out this wonderful publication, the mailing came a little later than had been expected. However, this upcoming issue should be to you all by the later end of September. To all of those contri...
Views: 381   Replies: 5
Last Post: Sep 6, 2004 2:45pm
by Haley
All ready and prepared for "Frances"
Ok fellow DMAC members, I think that all the Florida DMAC members are now finally done hurricane preparations, boarded up house windows, and ready to hunker down and ride out the storm. Keep us in you prayers!
Views: 333   Replies: 7
Last Post: Sep 6, 2004 8:02am
by Mike Linthicum
Recipes for the 7th Annual DMAC Meeting
We only have 3 recipes....we would like a lot more.....ALSO, if you are one of the ones that has sent a recipe, and you would like a photo of your Durant, Star etc included in the recipe book please send it to me via email wlbjayhawk@aol.com If you would like a p...
Views: 348   Replies: 7
Last Post: Sep 5, 2004 9:33pm
by Carla Spitz-Fish...
1929 Durant coupe for sale
We have the coupe still for sale. A local gentleman was going to buy it , but lost his job. Asking 5700.00. Needs restored. Pictures of the car were in a couple of the last magazine issues. Phone 317-346-6429
Views: 313   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 4, 2004 6:33am
by Kim Phillips
Cars & Parts Mag.
Today I received my October copy of Cars and Parts. Starting on page 28 is the write up of the Antiques on the Bay car show in St. Ignace, MI. On page 30, picture #8 sitting next to a 1931 Buick Rumble seat auto look close at the Auto a long side with the big disk...
Views: 349   Replies: 2
Last Post: Sep 3, 2004 6:35am
by Gordon F. Curl
b
bec
annual meeting in nj
is anybody coming from oregon area to nj meeting that may hav room for a 29 durant coupe? i hav 1 in seaside or that i need brought to nj it is not running and some front parts are loose so may need closed trailer any help greatly appreciated thanx bec
Views: 265   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 3, 2004 4:10am
by bec
U-Joint Spacers
I need at least four of the wedge shaped spacers for the U-joints in my '29 Durant, Model 40. Four of mine are fine on one side but badly misshapen on the other.
Views: 259   Replies: 3
Last Post: Sep 2, 2004 9:41pm
by Lance Haynes
The Countdown has STARTED!
There are 13 days left until the Seventh Annual DMAC Meeting. Are you registered? If not, there is still time participate in the events. Get your registration in, NOW! Will you be the one that travels the farthest to be at the meeting? Will you be the younge...
Views: 262   Replies: 2
Last Post: Sep 2, 2004 4:58pm
by Lance Haynes
Vacuum pump
I have been fighting with my vacuum pump system in my M2 1928 Rugby. The Stewart is the model without levers. Gas flows from main tank to vacuum pump, but gas do not flow evenly from vacuum tank to carburetor, it flows, but after a long while carburetor gets out of g...
Views: 443   Replies: 7
Last Post: Sep 2, 2004 10:42am
by Ricardo H. Colom...
Vaccuum pump
Having problems with 1928 Durant vaccuum pump. Was told that the best was to replace it with an electric pump. Can you help re: Where power should come from (key or seperate switch). Where is the best location? Should pump discharge in carburator or in vaccuum tan...
Views: 351   Replies: 4
Last Post: Sep 1, 2004 6:53pm
by jan arnett
Durant Drivers side Front Fender
I have the above Front Fender for sale. The price is $175.00 plus shipping. The Fender is solid as a rock and appears to be in very very good condition. I would say that all it needs is some paint and a car to put it on. This is an original. My phone number is 219 89...
Views: 209   Replies: 1
Last Post: Sep 1, 2004 10:54am
by Don Shilling
generator
I maintain a 1930 durant. We made this durant into a taxi for Fisher Island NY. I need a generator for this car. Can any one help? Thanks Wayne
Views: 229   Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 1, 2004 6:09am
by wayne carini
What Kind of wood?
I'm in the process of restoring a 1928 Durant M2, and Iwas wondering if anybody knows what kind of wood should be used for the frame. I have a lot of dry rot,and termite Damage. especially on the pieces between the Body, and chassis
Views: 253   Replies: 2
Last Post: Aug 30, 2004 2:44pm
by Mac Irvine
Antique automobile magazines
There are a lot of Antique Automobile magazines on eBay. There is one lot #6922955606 that included the one about the restoration of Ray Keto's 1923 Durant Sport Touring. I know some of us paid a big price to get one of these magazines, and right now there is no bi...
Views: 269   Replies: 0
Last Post: Aug 29, 2004 6:40pm
by Gordon F. Curl
1927 star sales brochure
There is a nice 1927 sales brochure on ebay for under $7.00 and no bid. Jan
Views: 242   Replies: 0
Last Post: Aug 29, 2004 5:57pm
by jan arnett
1926 STAR
I HAVE A 1926 STAR 2 DR SEDAN 6 CYL. RESTORED BY MY FATHER, IN EXCELLENT SHAPE, COULD ANYONE HELP ME TO DETERMINE THE VALUE AND THE BEST WAY TO SELL THE CAR?
Views: 300   Replies: 2
Last Post: Aug 28, 2004 8:50pm
by Bill Hoaglan
Dual 12v and 6v electrics
I'm restoring a 1926 six cylinder. Six volt electrical components are difficult to source in europe.I am toying with the idea of fitting two 6v batteries in series(12v)and just using one 6v to supply starter and ignition. Everything else ie.lights,wipers,fuel pum...
Views: 494   Replies: 9
Last Post: Aug 28, 2004 6:43pm
by jan arnett
Ignition/lights switch
Looking for a missing ignition/light switch I found two of the same manufacturer stated in manuals for my 1928 M2 Rugby. One has same view and contacts with fuse holder, shown in drawings attached to maintenance manuals, but the face has a round plate fixed to the bo...
Views: 282   Replies: 1
Last Post: Aug 27, 2004 8:46am
by Gregg Wellner
Wanted- Rear bumper brackets
I am looking for a set of rear bumper brackets for my 1928 M-2 Two-door Durant. These are the brackets that support the rear left bumper although they are the same for either side, just reversed. The twin chrome plated bumper bars are fine, I just need the two black...
Views: 214   Replies: 0
Last Post: Aug 26, 2004 8:14pm
by Fritz Kuenzel
87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96

 

The Durant Motors Automobile Club