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Bonnie Duncan

Dort price reduced

I have been able to reduce the price on my late father's 1917 Dort Cloverleaf Roadster made in Flint Michigan. Now asking only $9800 It has a mostly restored body, interior and chassis with the original four-cylinder Lycoming engine. It still needs some work, but i...

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Last Post: Dec 2, 2009 7:35pm
by Bonnie Duncan

Bill Hoaglan

Generator end cover on ebay

Check out item #250539213339 this item is listed in the Overland column, there are two end covers being sold and one appears to be for an A-22 (i'm not sure if Star was using this same part) this is the pot metal part that houses the distributor and are hard to come...

Views: 361 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 1, 2009 7:49am
by Bill Hoaglan

Lance Chabot

LOCOMOBILE 8-70 Engine For Sale

All, I have just been contacted by a Mr. Jim Fasnacht of Houston TX (713-256-6511)who picked up a "mostly" complete 1928(?)Loco 8-70 Lycoming, Straight Eight. Loco 8-70 data plate and engine casting date 1927. He got the engine in a group of parts and desperate...

Views: 414 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 25, 2009 5:08pm
by Lance Chabot

Bruce Butler

Turkey Rod Run

Will there be any other Durant owners at the event? I'll be here all weekend driving around. Would be nice to meet some other owners. My cell phone is 386-871-5223. I'm also looking for extra wooden wheels and a straight front axle to build a period trailer to tow be...

Views: 380 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 24, 2009 4:34am
by Bruce Butler

Don Gaskill

r6a carb arms

I have a M4 with the stock r6a carb "BUT" the levers are broke part #01516 and #02253 does anyone have an old carb with the levers still good? OR can someone tell me where i can get them? thanks Don

Views: 360 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 23, 2009 9:28pm
by Don Gaskill

Ken McCormick

Oil Pan

If it aint 1 thing its 6. I am in need of an oil pan . Got the thing all back together yesterday--left it overnight and this afternoon went to find oil all over the floor. Pinhole in the pan. I would rather replace it with a new pan than try repairing this one. I am...

Views: 391 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 9, 2009 3:23pm
by Ken McCormick

Rick Botti

New Flint Pics

I have updated some of the pictures on the Flint page. First you find several pictures of Tom Twomey's beautiful 1926 Flint Junior Z-18. Second the owner of the only Flint in Switzerland found us and sent two more pictures of his 1924 E-55. Rick

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Last Post: Nov 8, 2009 11:23pm
by Rick Botti

Keith N

1988 car show

Finally, I am able to download and share video. My '30 Durant at a car show in 1988 Enjoy! Kn

Views: 406 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 7, 2009 6:21pm
by Keith N

Bonnie Duncan

Dort for Sale

I have a 1917 Dort Cloverleaf Roadster made in Flint Michigan for sale. It has a partially restored body, interior and chassis with the original four-cylinder Lycoming engine. We have a spare chassis for some parts and the original wooden braces for the top, that ar...

Views: 397 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 6, 2009 2:42pm
by Bonnie Duncan

Leif Tougaard

Autolite MN 4001 starter

Hello I have a Durant B22 from 1922 which I am so happy, but starter has collapsed is an AUTOLITE MN 4001 start at how I can buy a new or maybe just an armature there. Sincerely, Leif Tougaard

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Last Post: Oct 30, 2009 11:48am
by Leif Tougaard

Mike Linthicum

Hershey 2009

For those of us who missed Hershey this year follow the link to a slide show of some of the cars on the judging field on Saturday. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthjane/sets/72157622466043701/show/

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Last Post: Oct 21, 2009 3:25pm
by Mike Linthicum

carlos Carmona

Durant D60 1929 Touring

Estimados Amigos: Gracias por comunicarse conmigo por la búsqueda de mis faros,y otros accesorios. De mi auto quería saber si hay información de cuantos se fabricaron,busco su historia y tengo muy poco, quisiera con...

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Last Post: Oct 21, 2009 8:11am
by carlos Carmona

Lance Chabot

Star, Durant, Flint: Boyce-MotoMeter Rad Ornament/Temp Gauges

All, As mentioned earlier this Hershey seller had original Boyce MotoMeter Rad ornament/Temp gauges for our Star, Durant, and Flint cars (as well as Many other makes!). Priced from $100 to $150 depending on condition and outside surface treatment . Price probably ne...

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Last Post: Oct 15, 2009 7:18pm
by Lance Chabot

Ken McCormick

seats

Where can I find seat springs for my car. Do I have to have them built and if so where can I get them made? I have thought of using foam but dont know if that would work okay. Any info is appreciated. Thanks Ken

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Last Post: Oct 15, 2009 8:43am
by Ken McCormick

brad

'29 W-5 engine parts

looking for some W-5 engine parts now,rear seal block disintigrated along with the jb weld that was holding it together, head gasket, ect. Thanks

Views: 324 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 14, 2009 11:14am
by brad

Mike Linthicum

1928 Durant outside door handle

My Model 65 uses these door handles on the outside (4dr sedan). I have found a supplier in Australia that makes the matching inside door handles and window cranks etc and is fairly reasonable. He will cast these door handles for me but he needs a minimum order of 12...

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Last Post: Oct 12, 2009 6:40am
by Mike Linthicum

Jan Arnett

Star engine/ Dort Parts

There is a star engine for sale on the AACA forum under for sale. I couldn't get it to copy but you will find it at AACA.org. He also has Dort parts for sale. The engine looks very good but missing carb, water pump and distributor. Good hunting. Jan

Views: 371 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 11, 2009 10:21am
by Jan Arnett

Lawrence

Removing Chrome

After reading Shaun Murphy's post on poor chrome quality it got me thinking about my radiator cap. The chrome is pealing off. But underneath the metal is brass and appears to be in good shape. I thought i would just finish pealing off the chrome and buff the the bras...

Views: 306 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 10, 2009 6:21am
by Lawrence

Gordon A. White

1928 Durant Roadster for sale

1928 Durant Roadster, full frame-off restoration comp-leted by Memory Lane Motors one year ago. Car has won ribbons in two car shows. $40,000 Can. 705-887-3313

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Last Post: Oct 7, 2009 5:54am
by Gordon A. White

Paul Jacobs

Continental W5 cylinder heads

I have 2 cylinder heads to fit Star/Durant cars with W5 Continental motor. One is a W5-A, the other a W%-B. Photos available.

Views: 352 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 7, 2009 4:19am
by Paul Jacobs

Rusty Buchanan

re-arch the old springs or not !!

I was wondering if anyone out there might know the correct (original) ride height of my Star as it relates to the springs. I have no idea how much they may have sagged in 85 years. So, what I'm looking for,is possibly a measurement from the ground to the frame? Sure...

Views: 315 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 3, 2009 8:33pm
by Rusty Buchanan

Ronald Hast

Wood wheel varnishing / and steering wheel

The present varnish on the wheels is very presentable, and appears to be a satin finish over oak wood. The wood steering wheel has a soft dull finish surrounding the metal structure. What is the prescribed approach for best maintenance / varnishing, including best p...

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Last Post: Oct 3, 2009 2:51pm
by Ronald Hast

Arthur Roberts

HERSHEY, GET Ready< SET> Let's Go!

Our Durant Base Camp will be on the Red Field, behind the stadium. Look for spaces RSG 31, 32 or 33. We will have shelter and refreshment. Set up will be Tuesday, October 6th, starting around noon. We will have a camper, a trailer with a Mod 70 Deluxe sedan on it...

Views: 309 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 2, 2009 3:07am
by Arthur Roberts

Richard Starick

Wooden wheels

Hi there all, Does anybody know if Steve at Wooden Wheels is still available to deal through. I have emailed him several times with no reply. I'm very keen to make contact because I'm at the stage where I need to have the spokes to make the wheels. Also, I have...

Views: 345 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 29, 2009 2:08am
by Richard Starick

Lance Chabot

Any 1929 Locomobile's Out-there? and NEW club member!

Bob Smith, I got your letter yesterday and am writing an answer to Mr. Falek's, Decoral Ia. Question: Are any 1929 Locomobile's Out-there??? Excellent letter and he is quite correct in that 1929 was a short production year starting in Sept 1928 and ending in...

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Last Post: Sep 24, 2009 5:52pm
by Lance Chabot

Ken Brink

Texarkana, Tour

All I can say is Thank you to Don and all. It was great to see all of our Friends and as well as to make some new ones. Dorothy and I had a great time. When we were ready to leave on Sunday I had stated that it was like leaving Family.

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Last Post: Sep 21, 2009 4:12pm
by Ken Brink

Mike Linthicum

Advertiser Vintage Reproductions from Australia

Just wanted to let everyone know that I've been searching for interior door handles for my 1928 Model 65. I had some broken ones that came with the car, you know the old pot metal stuff. I looked through their web site and found that the 1930 Chrysler were an exact m...

Views: 593 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 20, 2009 1:29pm
by Mike Linthicum

Arthur Roberts

HERSHEY, DURANT BASE CAMP

HERSHEY is coming soon. Our Durant Base Camp will be on the Red Field, behind the stadium. Look for spaces RSG 31, 32 or 33. We will have shelter and refreshment. Set up will be Tuesday, October 6th, starting around noon. We will have a camper, a trailer...

Views: 358 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 13, 2009 12:51pm
by Arthur Roberts

Les & Josie Young

How is roof attached to rear of body

Hi All, Just wondering if anyone can tell us how the roof of our 1926 Rugby is supposed to be attached to the rear of the body. Some have suggested press studs. Not too sure about this though. Thanks Josie & Les Young

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Last Post: Sep 13, 2009 4:15am
by Les & Josie Youn...

Rick Botti

We've Arrived in Texarkana

We’ve arrived in Texarkana. Ken McCormick and his wife drove for 6 days through 10 US states to get here. The Millers and Babicks left California last Thursday and arrived by train. I took the easy way and took a jet. Rick

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Last Post: Sep 8, 2009 6:27pm
by Rick Botti

Shaun Murphy

614 Bumper

The rear bumper bracket for my Durant 614 is broken in two different areas. I've been told it can't be fixed. Does anyone know where I might locate a replacement, or have any ideas on a potential substitute? Thanks Shaun

Views: 416 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 3, 2009 11:16pm
by Shaun Murphy

Lance Haynes

Larry Rockey club member has passed away

Long time DMAC member and Durant lover Larry Rockey of Black Diamond Washington State has just passed away from cancer mostly from the agent orange from his years of service in the army in Vietnam. He had been fighting this cancel since 2005. He also belongs to Th...

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Last Post: Sep 3, 2009 11:05pm
by Lance Haynes

DON GASKILL

PIC'S OF ROOF WOOD

I AM PUTTING ON A NEW ROOF OF MY M4 SOMEONE STARTED IT AND THEY HAVE A LARGE BOW AND I CAN'T FIND OUT WHERE IT GOES DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY PICTURES? I HAVE ALL THE BOOKS LIKE BODY BY FISHER AND CLOSED BODY CARS FROM 25 TO 32

Views: 486 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 2, 2009 8:55pm
by DON GASKILL

Jim Greenamyer

DMAC election ballots

Hello everyone. Just a friendly reminder that the DMAC election ballots for club officers will be opened and counted next week at the annual meeting being held in Texarkana. I've recieved many ballots as members are showing great interest in their club. BUT... Ju...

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Last Post: Sep 1, 2009 6:03am
by Jim Greenamyer

Jan Arnett

How to read spark plugs

This is a very interesting article on how to read spark plugs once they have been in an engine. Jan http://www.4secondsflat.com/Spark_plug_reading.html

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Last Post: Aug 30, 2009 7:41am
by Jan Arnett

Ken McCormick

Driving to Texarkana

Only a few more days and we will be heading out . Should be an interesting drive . If anyone has anything they would like picked up and taken to the big meeting best let me know before wed. Thats take off time. I promise I am not trying to inherit a lot of durant par...

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2009 8:07pm
by Ken McCormick

Ken Brink

Article in cars & Parts Oct.09

I just received our Oct. copy of Cars & Parts magazine. Subject: Antiques on the Bay, Car show June 20th. 2009 page 78. Held in St. Ignace, MI. Short note, There was also a rare 1923 Durant fielded by Kenneth Brink of Muskegon, Michigan.

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2009 9:50am
by Ken Brink

Lance Haynes

pics Split rims and tires

First$495 takes all (5) 500/19" 4 ply B.F. Goodrich silver town blackwalls

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Last Post: Aug 27, 2009 9:46pm
by Lance Haynes

Lance Haynes

Split rims and tires

5 Brand new Tires and tubes brass stem's nickel plated w/powder coated dark blue 19" split rims for 28, 29 Durant Wood wheel cars will post pics soon Questions call Lance at 858-874-0535

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Last Post: Aug 27, 2009 8:42pm
by Lance Haynes

chris

1928 Durant coup FOR SALE CHEAP!

I have a 1928 model M4 car#C3201. The car is located in Mammoth Lakes,CA. It has been mostly taken apart for restorartion. Chasis is still together and Ihave no top or floor.Other than that I have all other parts for this car. Possible to restore or would make an ex...

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Last Post: Aug 26, 2009 8:55pm
by chris

stephen Aldrich

Gas Caps

thank you for your response. I will be looking for your response regarding the quality and fitting of the cap. I do have a gas cap, but, it would be nice, to have one with a "D" on it.

Views: 341 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 25, 2009 4:33pm
by stephen Aldrich

Paul Wicklander

JR5 Carburator

I have a JR5 Carburator. My grandfather had a Durant. I think I have other parts such as the head lamps. I'm still working on identifying them. I wanted to sell my JR5 and was hoping to get an idea on what they go for. My research has yielded nothing. Thanks for...

Views: 397 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 24, 2009 5:05pm
by Paul Wicklander

Ken McCormick

1930 Durant roadster model 614 for sale

I have been contacted by a man name of Jason who has a 30 roadster he would like to sell. Anyone know what a fair price would be for this unrestored car?? From the pics I have seen it looks pretty complete. Been stored inside for a quite a while. Any one inter...

Views: 542 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 24, 2009 3:06pm
by Ken McCormick

Vince O'Brien

Lifetime Antifreeze

The local NAPA store has a lifetime antifreeze by Pentosin. It claims to be absoilutely neutral to metals. Does this mean no rust? Has anyone had any experience with it?

Views: 357 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 19, 2009 11:02am
by Vince O'Brien

Guy Belzil

A treasure (hic) found

this is a test

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Last Post: Aug 14, 2009 7:44pm
by Guy Belzil

Don Shilling

Up Coming Road Trip

I'm in the process of selling my '17 Dodge Touring and will be delivering it to Phoenix about the end of Sept or so. I would really like to find something to haul back to Texarkana if possible. I'll haul most anything except wives and spare girlfriends,,,,,,,,,,....

Views: 355 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 14, 2009 5:59pm
by Don Shilling

Lee DeWire

1922/23 Star Engine for sale

I have a Star engine that I have tentatively identified as being from 1922 or 1923 that I am interested in selling. Photos are available upon request as well as additional information such as serial numbers, etc. Engine is in excellent shape. Was running when stored...

Views: 374 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 11, 2009 1:45pm
by Lee DeWire

Arthur Roberts

HERSHEY, Durant Base Camp and Parts Finding Service

Our Club will have a site at Hershey. You are invited to "come on in" as often, for as long, as you like. The address will be posted soon. Our Base Camp will be open from Tuesday morning through Saturday afternoon. Rest facilities and refreshment will be...

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Last Post: Aug 9, 2009 5:27am
by Arthur Roberts

Dave enrico

STAR MOTOR

HELLO EVERYONE THERES AN AD IN MY AREA FOR A STAR 4 CYLINDER CONTINENTAL MOTOR ONLY SEEN 1 SIDE LOOKS LIKE WATER PUMP AN GENERATOR ARE THERE NO OTHER INFO,IF ANY ONE IS INTRESTED ILL CHECK IT OUT, NEED DEVAUX CARS & PARTS DAVE

Views: 417 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 4, 2009 4:46pm
by Dave enrico

Dan Marx

Dort eagle

Oh well, if I had searched the web first, I would have found the car. It is a 1917 and he wants $3k for it. Ouch? Dan

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Last Post: Jul 25, 2009 1:13pm
by Dan Marx

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