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Rick Botti

Transmission Shop needed

Does anyone know of person or shop that can rebuild a 31 Durant tranny?

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Last Post: Sep 16, 2024 11:33am
by Rick Botti

Mac Irvine

Dip Stick in a D60 Motor

The collar has come loose on the dip stick of a 14L in a D60. What is the correct distance from the top of the FULL mark to the collar? I want to be sure the dip stick is measuring accurately before I reattach the collar. Thanks

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2024 1:36pm
by Mac Irvine

Mike Linthicum

Durant Virtual Museum still down

The Durant Virtual Museum site has been down for quite some time as many of you know. Problems began when the DMAC moved their website from the hosting company they had to a new hosting company and many of the Virtual Museum files were lost or inaccessible. I've had...

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Last Post: Aug 14, 2024 7:10am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

New Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation website!

Hello Durantonians; The Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation aka Durant Foundation Inc. has a new web site! The website is designed to be informative and reflective of the goals and ambitions of the Foundation in creating a fantastic museum to honor the life...

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Last Post: Aug 14, 2024 7:03am
by Mike Linthicum

Jennifer Topping

New Block - 2024 Canada Meet

I was able to get a block at a nearby hotel - Best Western on Liberty St, Bowmanville. https://reservationcounter.hotelplanner.com/eh/4p3rw-3hly Best Western Plus Bowmanville 160 Liberty Street S, Clarington, ON L1C 2W4 CA Reservations: (888) 240-0509 Ple...

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Last Post: Aug 9, 2024 12:39pm
by Jennifer Topping

Shawn Humphrey

New articles

Hey everyone - I hope you're enjoying your summer! It's getting to be that time again, time for the fall edition. I'd love to hear your stories of rescue, restoration, and road trips to get new parts and meet members around the world. That goes for new members too...

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Last Post: Aug 6, 2024 7:23pm
by Shawn Humphrey

Jenn Topping

Update: Annual Event 2024 in Oshawa Itinerary

Noteworthy Tour: A Celebration of Vintage Wheels ~ Hosted by the Durant Club - Canada Chapter Other clubs by invitation Thursday, September 18th to Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 Holiday Inn Express, Bowmanville, On. 37 Spicer Square, Bowmanville, ON L1C 5M2 HOTE...

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Last Post: Aug 6, 2024 2:02pm
by Jenn Topping

Jenn Topping

UPDATE: 2024 Annual Event in Oshawa, On, Canada - Hotel

Hello, We held a block of 30 rooms and have extended that to 43. 42 of those rooms have been booked. ONE was available as of August 3rd. Please let me know if you require a hotel as I'm working to have another block of rooms set up at the Comfort Inn (a few hun...

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Last Post: Aug 4, 2024 3:11pm
by Jenn Topping

Bob Smith

2025 DMAC calendars are available

The new 2025 Durant Motors Calendars are now available. Payment can be sent to Ryan Calvin, 55 E. Fifth St. Suite 1110, St. Paul, MN 55101 Cost is the same as last year: $15.00 US each plus postage: $3.00 US in the US, $5US Canada, $10US elsewhere These will b...

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Last Post: Aug 2, 2024 11:46am
by Bob Smith

Bob Smith

Upcoming 2024 Annual meet in Oshawa, deadlines nearing registration form included here

It is just 6 weeks until the Annual Durant Meet in Oshawa Canada two weeks left to book your room at the "Durant" discount rate before rooms are released to the public I hope to see you there.

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Last Post: Aug 1, 2024 6:50am
by Bob Smith

Don M Gaskill

Thank YOU

Mr. Smith thank you for the information on the third brush very, very helpful Don

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Last Post: Jul 27, 2024 11:01am
by Don M Gaskill

Marianne Roscoe-Hudson

Dort Cars

We are the proud owners of a 1915 Model 5 Touring Dort. Are there any other Dort owners on this forum please?

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Last Post: Jul 15, 2024 2:52am
by Marianne Roscoe-...

Don M Gaskill

THIRD BRUSH

I am about to start to go to the third brush in my gen can anyone advice me what to look for?

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Last Post: Jul 4, 2024 5:29pm
by Don M Gaskill

Don M Gaskill

some place I can get my distributor rebuilt?

Called both places and they both could not help me so I put it back together and drive it. but thanks for the information.

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Last Post: Jun 20, 2024 4:26pm
by Don M Gaskill

Bob Smith

Pictures needed for the 2025 calendar

If you would like to see your car pictured on or 2025 DMAC calendar ... send pictures to Stephanie at azsmith08@gmail.com Creativity is appreciated, the bigger the picture, the better.

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Last Post: May 4, 2024 11:05am
by Bob Smith

TODD E FRYE

Add-On Temperature Sensor Kit

My original A22 engine recently overheated which in turn caused a blown head gasket. I've figured out the cause of the overheat, but would really like to find a way to more carefully monitor the temperature on my original setup going forward. Has anyone successful...

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Last Post: Apr 28, 2024 7:26pm
by TODD E FRYE

Norman Toone

Gary Kauffman

I just caught this on Unc Gary on Facebook Rugby, Star, Durant Motor Vehicles Jp Banyacski 8h · Can the moderator of this club call me? I have a ton of parts and cars. Jp Banyacski Author Patrik Johansson my father in law started the Durant club. He ju...

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Last Post: Apr 10, 2024 7:51am
by Norman Toone

Don Shilling

Star M Rats Nest!

I bought this '27 Star M from a yokel up in Maine. He said it was running and they have been driving it in Parades and such. #1, it would not start to drive off the delivery trailer. I decided to do a comprehensive survey to see what I got myself into. Starting at...

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Last Post: Apr 7, 2024 3:06pm
by Don Shilling

Mike Linthicum

Upcoming DMAC elections!

It's that time again for the DMAC elections! If you have an interest in becoming more active in our club and not sit on the sidelines, or you think you can make a change or would like to make a change email me and let me know. Our current Officers of the DMAC have do...

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Last Post: Apr 5, 2024 7:33am
by Mike Linthicum

Norman Toone

Leaside Star production 1924

Thought you might get a kick on this youtube I can now pass on from Canadian Automotive Museum in Oshawa .... Norm, Thank you so much for your help, and for the wealth of information! The video is live- please feel free to share it around wherever you'd like!...

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Last Post: Apr 3, 2024 12:23pm
by Norman Toone

Bob Smith

Members Only-latest Partners

Current members can access the 4 most recent "Partners" by using the 'members only' icon on the home page. If you need the password, it can be found on page three of the Partner. Or contact me flintauto@gmail.com

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Last Post: Mar 13, 2024 9:09am
by Bob Smith

Rick

For Sale 12 Spoke Wheel

1920's Durant Wood 12 Spoke Wheel This original wheel is in mint condition. It's possible it was never used on a car. This came from our great grandfather's home in Montclair California which was near the Oakland Durant Factory. This wheel has been hanging from th...

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Last Post: Feb 20, 2024 3:43pm
by Rick

Mike Linthicum

Passing of Shirley Shilling

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Don Shilling's wife Shirley yesterday. Please have Don in your thoughts and prayers over this very sad and trying time for him. Their marriage was a long one and although she did not make many Durant meets due to he...

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Last Post: Feb 19, 2024 6:07am
by Mike Linthicum

Robert Bush

Babbit Bearing source

I ran across a source to consider if needing bearings rebabbitted. Paul's Rod and Bearing, 6212 NW Bell Road, Parkville, MO. 816-587-4747. I have not done business with this company and am merely sharing this info for anyone who might be looking for a source for a...

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Last Post: Feb 6, 2024 1:27pm
by Robert Bush

Lewis

Does anyone know what happend to John Baraldi’s cars, tools and parts

Many years ago, Ray Keto donated his tool for forming A-22 running board moldings. It was in John’,s possession when he passed. Im trying to locate the tool as i need it to replace a damaged section on my car. Hopefully, it went to someone who with one of his c...

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Last Post: Jan 11, 2024 7:43pm
by Lewis

Tom Schaffer

Restoration Recommendations

Just happened to notice that several questions have been asked in the Restoration Recommendations area with no response. I know that I don't normally look in that area, so thought I would remind everyone to check out the questions and help if you can.

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Last Post: Nov 10, 2023 3:50pm
by Tom Schaffer

Bob Smith

Bert Babick's passing

I first met Bert in Flint, MI at the 2000 Durant meet. Twenty-three years later we were again together at the 25th Durant meet in Folsom CA. We will all miss Bert, he was never shy and never voiced a cutting remark. R.I.P. Bert

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Last Post: Nov 1, 2023 2:47pm
by Bob Smith

Gary Yelle

The DMAC Folsom meet and....

I want to thank all that put the gathering together. Burt and Sonia Babick, Bob and Stephanie Smith, Roger and Pam VanBergen, Ryan and Adam and for sure Rick Botti. You all "made my day." I think it was just over 12 years ago that I came to our gathering in Traver...

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Last Post: Oct 20, 2023 8:33pm
by Gary Yelle

Bogumil

tillotson mv-1b

Hello, I have Problems to adjust the carburetor. Can someone help me with a manual for the mv-1b? I cleaned the carburettor, all channels/jets are clear. Needles are ok. The settings according to the rugby handbook (in spain) do not work. Best regards Bo...

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Last Post: Oct 8, 2023 10:26am
by Bogumil

Rick Botti

Durant parts run

As Jim said, Lance still has a lot of Durant/Star parts. I plan to make a trip down to San Diego in a couple of weeks. Please let me know what you need. Rick

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Last Post: Oct 2, 2023 8:40am
by Rick Botti

mike babick

silver anniversary tour

Thank all that participated in the Silver Anniversary tour. There was alot of memories that were had. We had a couple of first on a tour. We had the first brunch and our first silent auction. These changes are welcome so we can keep things interesting. I want to than...

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Last Post: Sep 30, 2023 3:49pm
by mike babick

Rick Botti

Repro Durant engine manual

I found this at the Jensales website that sells gaskets for tractors. They have a reproduction engine manual in either printed or PDF download verson. Link is below. Durant C, CC, F, M, M-2, M-4 Automobile Service Manual Brand Category: Durant Product Cod...

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Last Post: Sep 29, 2023 9:08am
by Rick Botti

Thomas Livesay

ignition switch

Looking for a correct/working ignition switch and key.

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Last Post: May 16, 2023 3:28pm
by Thomas Livesay

Norm Toone

Dealers Manual

Now there's an interesting manual that doesn't come up on DMAC connection to eBay and Terry hasn't it in durantcars. How to sell Billy's vehicles. Original 1927 Star Automobile Durant Motors Inc. Dealer Franchise Manual 171 P 374727498772

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Last Post: Jun 2, 2023 7:57am
by Norm Toone

Vince O'Brien

Starter Bendix isssues

I started to get my 25 Star ready for the local 4th of July parade and the fan bracket broke and the Bendix fell apart. Thanks to the "junk" my girlfriend want me to throw away, I got them both repaired. I've replaced so many Bendix's that I'm not sure if the new...

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Last Post: Jul 3, 2023 1:39pm
by Vince O'Brien

Ross Hoevet

wood wheel hubcaps

Will someone please buy the 1930-31 wood wheel hubcaps listed on ebay. They have been on there for some time. I looked for years(decades?) for hubcaps this nice, but I don't need them now. They are aluminum and easily dented, or just lost.$45.00 each doesn't seem too...

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Last Post: Jul 14, 2023 10:06am
by Ross Hoevet

Dave enrico

Wire wheels

Hello everyone, I am looking for two nineteen inch wire wheels for 31 or 32 devaux,appreciate everyone looking,my email is serv auto 645@ hotmail.com,or phone me at 909 918 7171,, Thanks dave

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Last Post: Jul 22, 2023 1:28pm
by Dave enrico

Mike Linthicum

Virtual Museum is temporarily down

Hello Durantonians Unfortunately due to technical issues the DMAC Virtual Museum is off line at this time. Rick and Adam moved the DMAC web site to another server recently and moved the virtual museum too. Web site links have to be reestablished and a hardware iss...

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Last Post: Aug 10, 2023 10:17am
by Mike Linthicum

Don Shilling

Star Coupe Vinal Top Covering

I've just purchased a '27 Star M coupe. One of the things that will need addressed is the vinal top. I think it has been replaced sometime in the past and is a somewhat amateurish installation. Therefore, if anyone has a Star M or R coupe with an original top, would...

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Last Post: Aug 16, 2023 11:47am
by Don Shilling

Robert Bush

1924 Flint Touring on Hemmings Auctions

There is a 1924 Flint E-55 touring for sale on Hemmings Auctions. Located in Winnemucca, Nevada. 13 days remaining on the auction.

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Last Post: Sep 6, 2023 10:26am
by Robert Bush

Gordon F. Curl

Holiday time

Hi Guys: I am going to be in Seattle for a few days. Do we have any members that I might be able to visit? Gord

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Last Post: May 4, 2023 7:51am
by Gordon F. Curl

Rick Botti

Free Early Star Frame

Posted this from a non member looking to give away an early Star frame. Rick My folks who lived in central Washington have passed away and my siblings and I are dealing with their stuff. The property has been sold and we have a limited amount of time to remove...

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Last Post: May 2, 2023 6:01pm
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

bndix spring

Today I broke the Bendix spring on my 129 model 60. Does anyone have a spare they can Sbring to the Spring Fling Monday? Rick

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Last Post: Apr 23, 2023 6:15pm
by Rick Botti

Jeff Quicksell

Free Star motor

My father who lives In new Windsor ny is going to be moving and has a Star motor if anyone interested he is selling there house and does not want to send to scrap yard if interested let me know thanks Jeff

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Last Post: Mar 30, 2023 9:01am
by Jeff Quicksell

Don M Gaskill

parking

The member who called my about parking my trailer for the spring fling I deleted the person before I got the number so if you call me or text me it would be helpful. Don Gaskill gaskill_d@msn.com or 801-927-0339

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Last Post: Mar 20, 2023 10:40am
by Don M Gaskill

Duncan Smeaton

Facebook links on new website

Hi The new website looks nice, but it would be great if links to relevant Facebook sites had been retained. Is it possible to put these in? Regards

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Last Post: Mar 6, 2023 2:05am
by Duncan Smeaton

Robert Bush

An interesting Star and Durant story

The Goldendale, WA Sentinel weekly newspaper where I grew up has been published since 1879. It has a historical column entitled "Bringing Goldendale back to its roots" which reprints previous news stories relating to Goldendale's history. The February 1 edition start...

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Last Post: Feb 9, 2023 4:13pm
by Robert Bush

Curtis Bartell

membership dues

You know, every year at dues time I am never sure which clubs I am up to date on. I ( I belong to seven different car clubs ) . Could we publish dues status elsewhere on the web site. I hate having to bug people every year to see if I have already paid my dues. Just...

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Last Post: Jan 24, 2023 10:10am
by Curtis Bartell

Don M Gaskill

starters

I am looking for starter drive for a 1929 Durant M4 4cly with a Autolite MZ4012 starter? or part number

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Last Post: Dec 24, 2022 3:19pm
by Don M Gaskill

Ross Hoevet

Crankshaft damper

Does anyone have a 22A crankshaft damper/pulley or can these be rebuilt? Fellow contacted me through the club(he's rebuilding the engine for someone else), and was having problems with what he's got. Seems like Frank Witkowski might have some info on this? Thanks

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Last Post: Dec 15, 2022 11:00pm
by Ross Hoevet

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