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Stephen Aldrich

The US is now importing over 70% of its' oil. Last year we paid $450 billion for oil. The US will continue to pay more and more for oil. T. Boone Pickens prophesies that we will be importing over 75% of our oil and paying $200 to $300 dollars for it. We need to h...

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Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:11pm
by Stephen Aldrich

Bill DeVries

chassis for sale

I have a complete chassis for sale. It is 102" wheelbase with a W-5 motor. I also have a rear end and front axle from a 1924 Star touring. Any questions please E-mail me.

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Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 3:50pm
by Bill DeVries

Mike Linthicum

Another celebrity amongst us.

Ok so last night I couldn't sleep. Have been having a bout with insomnia and turned on my Satellite Direct TV and started channel browsing. At 4:00 AM not much on, but Male Enhancement products and Vacuum Cleaner Sales but way up on the channels is a channel called R...

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Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 1:58pm
by Mike Linthicum

Keith Nordquist

Sunday drivin'

Wow! The weather is great for this time of year in the Northwest! Time to get out and share the Luv.... Keith N

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Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 4:17pm
by Keith Nordquist

Heather Pateman

Selling 1928 Durant

My father has owned a 1928 Durant since the early 50's mayber earlier, used to drive it in the calvalcade of colors tour in Muskoka and in later years, just once a year for Kearney parade. My father has passed on and none of us are prepared to restore the car and ar...

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Last Post: May 29, 2009 7:08am
by Heather Pateman

dave enrico

durant

hello everyone i received a call last week from a gentlemen out in phelan calif, by victorville,he says he has a 1928 m2 2door sedan (coach) has owned it for 25 years,engine rebuilt supposedly, needs total restoration,wouldnt give me a figure on what he wanted, b...

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Last Post: May 26, 2009 1:16pm
by dave enrico

Rick Botti

Updates

I have recently updated the Events page, info for the Canadian Gathering has been posted. Contact Ed Pringlemeir for more information. I have also posted the registration form and agenda for our Texarkana meet, the cost will only be $59 per person. Rick

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Last Post: May 24, 2009 8:34pm
by Rick Botti

fattuna

1933 Continental ACE NEED HELP

Hello everyone.. I've landed here from information received from another sites forum members.. Here's the story.. I'm trying to help a friend find the best way to sell and value a 1933 Continental Ace that he recently inherited from his father. He doesn't know mu...

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Last Post: May 6, 2009 5:21pm
by fattuna

Ken Brink

FYI on Gas Stabilizer

This info may be known to many of our Members, but I just found out about it. STA-BIL has a product called STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment Marine Formula. This product is made to help fight many of the damaging effects of Ethanol. This product I was told about was at a Ma...

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Last Post: May 6, 2009 10:45am
by Ken Brink

Bruce Hargin

'24 Star

Hello Fellow Members, Has anyone noticed the nice '24 Star touring car someone has for sale in Snohomish, washington. He's only asking $10,000 for this fine piece of history. I think this gentelman needs a shot or two of reality.

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Last Post: May 4, 2009 7:40pm
by Bruce Hargin

cdmn

Continental F-163 engine for sale

For those out East, this might be a drop-in conversion for a Durant: Contact Greg, Dillsburg, PA. 717-432-8385. $475. Out of an Ingersoll Rand compressor. From YT magazine ad.

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Last Post: May 4, 2009 5:40am
by cdmn

Dennis Murphy

1928 Durant For Sale

1928 Durant Does run comes with extra transmission and sun visor. Needs top and wood working. Has title . would make great father son project and sunday driver. This is my sister's car and i am only posting it for her. first 3500.00 takes it all great car for the mon...

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Last Post: Apr 28, 2009 6:34pm
by Dennis Murphy

Lance Chabot

National Auto Museum; Reno Nv. Great Visit!

All, Just back from a weeklong business trip. While there saw this. The National Auto Museum,10 S.Lake St. Reno Nv.89501-1558, (775) 333-9300. www.automuseum.org, Info@automuseum.org It's in the center of Reno Nv. and is an excellent stop if you are in that area....

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Last Post: Apr 25, 2009 7:58am
by Lance Chabot

Norm Toone

28 rear end / wire wheels

I received this a couple of days ago and am passing it on if someone wants to follow up. I replied thanks, but nothing pre 30 fits post 29 cars, however he should post on forum. I have no idea if its Canada or US. Re: Durant Car Parts We used to use, as a trai...

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Last Post: Apr 22, 2009 12:12pm
by Norm Toone

Yates Milton

Carburetor Adaptor

I am converting over to the Zenith carburetor that is being used by some members. Lance Haynes sent me both the straight and the 90 degree versions he had made when I was restoring my 30 Model Durant 614. I am in need of one that changes the carb. to a 90 degree angl...

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Last Post: Apr 22, 2009 8:32am
by Yates Milton

Frank Witkowski

Luray Pictures

Hi All..... Thought you might enjoy a couple quick pictures from the ECC Luray meet. We had cars from: Florida, Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, Michigan and Ontario Canada ! As always the Durantonians had a lot of fun and laughs. See Y'all in Texarkana (or may...

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2009 5:04pm
by Frank Witkowski

Rusty Buchanan

STAR Steering wheel, Original Finish?

I need help determining how the steering wheel was finished when the car was sold in 1925. I removed the wheel to work on it and discovered that there was some black paint on the wood portion. Was the entire wheel painted black when new? Did the paint on the wood get...

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2009 7:57am
by Rusty Buchanan

Leonard Burkholder

Running Board material for 1929

Greetings Fellow Durantians, Can anyone tell me what the original rubber material looked like on a 1929' model 60 running board. Did it have groove in it? if so, which way did the groove run? or was it the diamond pattern, like some fords had? Also does anyone kno...

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Last Post: Apr 19, 2009 7:26am
by Leonard Burkhold...

jerry Cool Classic Cars

question on value of durant star roadster and coupester

I am basically a muscle car guy (mustangs), however, i have come across two star cars a roadster and coupe. i want to make an offer but do not know what the value range should be. they are both complete and had some restoration done years ago and have not been star...

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Last Post: Apr 18, 2009 6:29pm
by jerry Cool Clas...

Arthur Roberts

For Sale, Model 70, Deluxe Sedan, Star engines & parts

Business forces me to sell my Mod. 70 Deluxe Sedan. The car is fairly complete but needs a good restoration. This car may be the only one of its kind and deserves a good home. Some Durant and Star 4 cylinder engine parts. Will post to E-Bay or call me at 804 761 4705

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Last Post: Apr 15, 2009 1:04pm
by Arthur Roberts

Matt Crull

1928 D-55 Transmission

Does anyone have a repair manual that would cover the transmission for my 1928 D-55 Coupe? The front seal is bad and I thought it might not hurt to go through the entire transmission when I replace it, but I don’t want to tear into it blind. I would be happy...

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Last Post: Apr 15, 2009 7:07am
by Matt Crull

Rick Botti

It may be time to upgrade your software.

If you are still experience problems with the forum make sure your software is up-to-date. If you use Internet Explorer versions 6 or 7 please be sure that they are using the most recent and compatible version of Flash. The newest version can be downloaded from the...

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Last Post: Apr 14, 2009 8:11am
by Rick Botti

Lance Chabot

FLINT Headlight Stands

All, Those previous mentioned "unidentified" Headlight stands I have now found out are for 20's Six (6) Cylinder FLINT models. Two stands Complete with all mounting brackets, braces and original hardware. Good condition overall with slight surface rust. I had advert...

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Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 8:42pm
by Lance Chabot

Gene Corle

1923 Star Parts

I have for sale the "remains" of a 1923 Star, s/n L34754. All that remains of the body is the firewall/cowl. The chassis parts include front and rear axles,hubs and rims. The rims are in poor shape from sitting in the dirt. The steering sector is intact. The tran...

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Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 5:46pm
by Gene Corle

George Soto

DURANT FOR SALE

1929 Durant Model 6-66 four door sedan for sale. Car is totally disassembled, frame has been powder coated,engine turns freely,started to replace wood in doors. Does not have wheels or rear end. Body is in good shape. All vin numbers and engine numbers match original...

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Last Post: Apr 9, 2009 9:21pm
by George Soto

Ken McCormick

Torque specs

Hi again. What are the torque specs for the model 614 headbolts ? Just want to be ready to bolt the thing back down when the gasket arrives. Thanks again guys. Sure nice to have a good club ro get info from -and boy do I ever need it too...

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Last Post: Apr 4, 2009 6:19am
by Ken McCormick

brian

FS/T W5 ENGINE, 2 TRANS, 2 RADS EXTRAS

Hi folks I have some parts from a 1929 D40 4door I am not going to need for my car but of course there are parts I am looking for. I am located near hamilton ontario and will ship the parts if someone really wants them enough to pay the shipping costs. It will take...

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Last Post: Apr 3, 2009 5:58pm
by brian

Ken Brink

Durant Partner artical

I just received our Durant Partner today and want to thank Carol for publishing my artical on how I aquired our Durant. Another great issue as always thanks again Carol. Also a great artical on Alvin Anderson. Ken Brink

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Last Post: Apr 3, 2009 8:55am
by Ken Brink

Frank Witkowski

Luray Virginia Meet Schedule

Hi All..... Here is a brief listing of the schedule for the ECC meet: Wednesday 15th: afternoon Mike & I will arrive Thursday 16th: check in day afternoon trip to New Market Civil War site Friday 17th: Leave at 10:00 for Hood, Virginia and the "Roaring T...

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Last Post: Mar 31, 2009 6:54am
by Frank Witkowski

gary k

correction

PLEASE NOTE THAT W.C.D. DIED MARCH 18, 1947....NOT 22 AS PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED....ACCORDING TO NEWS OF THE DAY

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Last Post: Mar 24, 2009 8:18pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Star Goodies in Oklahoma!

Butch and I just got back from the Chickasha, OK pre-war swap meet with some Star Car goodies and several new contacts. Bill Hoaglan, from Yuma, Ariz, was there and took this pic. The side aprons were built by Howell's Sheetmetal Co in Beaumont, Tex. (www.fordor.co...

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Last Post: Mar 22, 2009 2:39pm
by Don Shilling

J Franklin

1924 Flint 6 Axle for sale

A fellow has a complete Flint front axle assembly with springs and hubcaps $50.00

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Last Post: Mar 22, 2009 12:48pm
by J Franklin

Norm Toone

1926 Durant 614 for sale

Ya right not 1926 nor Star nor 614. Claims to be fully restored M2 coup. Right hand drive. Has rad shell of 28 / 29. PDF] Durant 614 File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat - View as HTML 1926 Durant Star M-2 Coupe. Completely Retored. Near Showroom Condition ... Spar...

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Last Post: Mar 21, 2009 12:59pm
by Norm Toone

Rusty from Prescott

STAR HEADLIGHT BEZEL ?

I spotted what might be a STAR headlight bezel on ebay. item #230331028061. Could be an opportunity for someone in need of one.

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Last Post: Mar 19, 2009 9:30am
by Rusty from Presc...

Rusty from Prescott

REAR AXLE Mystery

I picked up a drive axle the other day for spare parts.I pulled it from,what I figured to be, a model F chassis. I got it home and started disassembly when I noticed that regular STAR hubcaps are too big for the hubs.The rest of the axle parts look correct. Even all...

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Last Post: Mar 18, 2009 8:18pm
by Rusty from Presc...

Guy J. Belzil

Clutch Pedal Shaft Yoke

Hello Gentlemen: I appreciate being able to ask questions / opinions as I dismantle, clean and prepare parts for a mechanical refurbishment. Current Point: Clutch Pedal Shaft Yoke. As my photographs indicate, my grandpa had sleeves (one is a squared cop...

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Last Post: Mar 11, 2009 7:03pm
by Guy J. Belzil

Ken McCormick

horn button spring

I have been all over town today looking for a spring for my horn button (30 durant coupe)--No luck. Does anyone have one for sale?? If not I may have to have a guy make one for me. I have a machinist friend who is very good at that kind of job but he is qui...

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Last Post: Mar 6, 2009 3:16pm
by Ken McCormick

Dennis Murphy

Ebay 1925 Durant/Star project

Item number: 290300389318. May have some usable parts?

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Last Post: Mar 5, 2009 6:44am
by Dennis Murphy

Lance Chabot

E-Bay 1926 STAR Ad, 2 Hours left $6

Saw this tonight with 2 Hours left on An e-bay item #: 350170423652 NICE Black and White Ad: for 1926 STAR Six Landau Sedan, from Saturday Evening Post. Ad measures 10-1/4" X 13-1/2". Price $6.00 Dollars Lance C.

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Last Post: Mar 2, 2009 4:44pm
by Lance Chabot

L.C.

Need continental c400 engine

I am looking for a continental C-400 engine that works or could be made to work. Can anyone help?

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Last Post: Feb 25, 2009 1:46pm
by L.C.

Guy J. Belzil

Cam Shaft Babbiting Question

Hi guys. I was in Calgary Alberta last week delivering my W5 block for babitting. Mr. Horace Bauer of the Alberta Antique Car Association is in charge of their babitting operations. I was given a tour of babitting shop and was very impressed with knowledges known...

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Last Post: Feb 22, 2009 9:01am
by Guy J. Belzil

Rusty from Prescott

Star w-4 w-5 interchangeable parts?

Hi Durantonians.I am wondering if some of you out there know what parts are interchangeable with each other on the w4 and w5 engines. crankshaft? rods? other parts? Thx, Rusty

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Last Post: Feb 21, 2009 11:04am
by Rusty from Presc...

Norm Toone

Durant serials

Rick .. you back from your sales trip yet ? Re missing serial numbers for Durant and our emails between Terry and us ? 1929 40 (1/29) missing in all plants, plus one or more changes ? M2 (8/28)to 28 etc and 1933 633 L 1001 up. Just wiping out emails before OE corr...

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Last Post: Feb 20, 2009 1:35pm
by Norm Toone

Vince O'Brien

Free Transportation

It looks like I'll be returning to San Francisco from Los Angeles with an empty enclosed car hauler sometime in the next 4 to 8 weeks. If someone needs a car hauled I'd be happy to carry it. Free to club members. Likewise, on the way down, there will be room to...

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Last Post: Feb 16, 2009 11:47am
by Vince O'Brien

Guy J. Belzil

Beauty in the making 1927 - W5

Love it ! Going for babitting next week ! Notice those gleaming ports !!!

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Last Post: Feb 12, 2009 7:36pm
by Guy J. Belzil

jan arnett

production line for a early car

This was sent to me by Bob Kruse. When you listen to it you will realize the narator doesn't know what a convertible is. http://www.youtube.com:80/watch?v=S4KrIMZpwCY

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Last Post: Feb 10, 2009 6:06pm
by jan arnett

Dave Huson

Colorado/Wyoming Tour #3

We would like to invite the Durants to the Colorado/Wyoming tour on June 12th. The tour is 6 days long and will reach a new town each night. It is limited to 120 cars 1927 and older. This tour takes place in the most scenic areas of the Unted States. For information...

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Last Post: Jan 29, 2009 4:55pm
by Dave Huson

Dennis Murphy

1925 Durant Star 2 door sedan rolling chassis for sale on EBAY

A 1925 Durant Star 2 door sedan rolling chassis. Has the W-5 35HP Continental engine. Engine turns over with crank, have not tried to start. Throttle and spark controls work. Drive train appears to be in good working order. Steering, break and linkages are in workin...

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Last Post: Jan 25, 2009 2:47am
by Dennis Murphy

Dennis Comer

Plug Wire Tube

I would like to replace the original tube which the plug wires ran through on my 29 Model 60 engine. I know most of these were thrown out at the first tune up. Since I probably won't be able to buy an original, could any one help me with a drawing showing the corre...

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Last Post: Jan 21, 2009 8:04am
by Dennis Comer

Ron Jaremkow

old video on U-tube

This video is about the old Ford Model T, but nevertheless, I found it very interesting. http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=S4KrIMZpwCY Looks like you may have to copy/paste the address into your browser, I don't see how to enter it as a link. RonJ

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Last Post: Jan 18, 2009 6:17pm
by Ron Jaremkow

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