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Abel Aguilera

I' need help to restore my Durant 6-14 roadster

Hello . i need help to restore a durant 6-14 roadster, 1930. Please, send me size of the doors , because my doors is not originaly. Whrite me to my e- mail. marcosgabina@yahoo.com.ar Thanks

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Last Post: Dec 1, 2007 11:25am
by Abel Aguilera

Dave Schulte

Rear Spring Ride Height

On my 30 roadster I noticed the rear of the car seemed too high.There seemed way too much room from the top of the tire to the top of the fender opening. I checked my 30 coupe and it rides almost 2 inches lower than the roadster. I have removed one of the springs and...

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Last Post: Nov 30, 2007 3:09pm
by Dave Schulte

Levi

Monroe knee action shocks For Sale

time to clear some more parts Monroe knee action shocks off a 1930 614 coupe all 4 shocks for $215 shipped (US only) one is broken all are complete see pic’s

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Last Post: Nov 30, 2007 10:44am
by Levi

Andrew Passadore

Catalogs order

Frank, I was wondering if you had received my check for the parts catalog & repair manual. My wife mailed it on Nov. 16th & it hasn't cleared our account yet. Let me know if the SNAIL MAIL has lost it! Thanks, Andrew

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Last Post: Nov 29, 2007 7:27am
by Andrew Passadore

Norm Toone

407 in NB ad

1930 Durant model 407 95% rust free & in running condition looks completely original and in very restorable condition also with car 4 new tires,spare wheels and wooden spokes, front fenders. - $NEG - contact, Jimmy Pitre. Ccampbelltown , New Brunswick, E3N5G7, Canada...

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Last Post: Nov 23, 2007 3:08am
by Norm Toone

Mike Miller

Durant ignition keys

To enyone looking for the Clum key to fit the Ignition Durants, I found a place you can find them. Go to Key-Men.com item # C2624-oem. Hope this helps everyone in need.

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Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 3:55pm
by Mike Miller

STEVEN REEVE

VALUE OF A DURANT SIX-SIXTY

HI COULD ANYONE HELP A GOOD FRIEND OF MINE HAS A 1929? DURANT SIX -SIXTY WHICH HE NO LONGER WONTS COULD ANYONE GIVE US SOME INDICATION OF THE VALUE? IT IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND HAS BEEN DRY STORED SINCE RESTORATION 3 YEARS AGO . DONT KNOW IF ITS ANY HELP BUT TH...

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Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 2:11pm
by STEVEN REEVE

Rick Botti

2008 Memebership Dues - Renew Early

Calling All Durantonians, 2008 is getting here fast and now is a good time to renew your membership dues. Don't put it off, get an early start and renew now. Dues are $35 for USA,$37 for Canada and $40 for International. You will find a Renew Dues button to...

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Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 9:38am
by Rick Botti

Mike Miller

a question

It says that membership is for the calender year on the membership sheet. Dose this mean i would need to renew again in January 2008? I would like to thank Frank for responding to my post. After looking at the pic on the site, I have decided to build my Star...

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Last Post: Nov 14, 2007 6:04pm
by Mike Miller

Glenn Guild

Maxwell Wheel Rims

Anyone out there interested in 4 1910 Maxwell wheel rims (the part the tire sets in)? They measure 2 1/2 in. across bead, 21 1/2 inside diameter, 23 in. outside diameter. Solid rims. They are in fair shape & could be fixed and used. Thanks, Glenn

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Last Post: Nov 13, 2007 3:02pm
by Glenn Guild

Rick Botti

DMAC Sale

I’ve made a few updates to the online club store (Durant store button), and one of those changes was to place our DMAC T-Shirts on SALE. They are now offerd for only $8.00 each, that’s 47% off of their regular price. Remember the holidays are approachi...

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Last Post: Oct 24, 2007 2:52pm
by Rick Botti

Dave Schulte

Rudie Auction Results

The Terry Rudie auction was today. Here are some prices........ 30 Durant Street Rod $10,900 30 Durant Coupe (original) $5,500 31 Durant sedan converted to a truck $2,350 29 Rugby truck $5,100 28 Rugby truck (original) $7,600 Sorry.....

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Last Post: Oct 20, 2007 7:13pm
by Dave Schulte

Gordon F. Curl

Auction sale - Ogden, Utah

All you chaps out in the mid-west. Check out www.nixonauctioneers.com under Carl Nelson Auction on Saturday October 20. Lots of items, including unrestored vehicles, and a 1929 Durant Coupe that doesn't look bad. If you are anywhere in the vicinity would make an...

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Last Post: Oct 18, 2007 11:38am
by Gordon F. Curl

Les & Josie Young

A Big THANKYOU from Josie

Thanks to all - Les is happy with the information provided, this will save us time and money. Thanks to Don.

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Last Post: Oct 15, 2007 5:11pm
by Les & Josie Youn...

Leif Tougaard

Radiator Cap

Are there some one who is able to help me with a T-bone radiator cap for a Durant B22, 1922. Kind regards Leif

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Last Post: Oct 14, 2007 8:49am
by Leif Tougaard

Ken Brink

Durant dealership in Muskegon

To day is Friday and at about 6:30p.m. E.T. time I received a call from the Son of the Person that owned the Durant Dealership here in Muskegon. We talked for about 15 minuets. Wants to meet with me the next time he comes into town. Because he moved around a few time...

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Last Post: Oct 12, 2007 4:24pm
by Ken Brink

Robert Bush

W-5A engine for sale

Spotted at the Monroe, WA swap meet this weekend: a W-5A short block. Casting numbers W5A 608A and 20 J E (which may be the date of the block casting). Continental ID plate has W-5A 551663. It is a short block with the head and all accessories gone. The bolt-on ti...

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Last Post: Oct 8, 2007 6:49pm
by Robert Bush

Brian Tanguay

Locomobile fire truck on ebay

You have to check out the pics on ebay for this beauty. Wish I could bid on this one..... click the ebay link on the left.

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Last Post: Sep 29, 2007 5:48am
by Brian Tanguay

Ernie Jones

1927 Locomobile 8-70

Complete chassis with factory spec's, including correct in-line 8 cylinder motor, wire wheels, front & rear axels ... $4,000.

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Last Post: Sep 24, 2007 6:38am
by Ernie Jones

Ernie Jones

1926 Locomobile 8-66 Roadster

1926 Locomobile 8-66 Roadster. Chassis and engine are complete. Rear of body is complete with front half templates (correct doors, cowl, dash, hood, wood/wire wheels, Harry Miller engine ...) $17, 500.

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Last Post: Sep 24, 2007 6:31am
by Ernie Jones

Ernie Jones

1926 Locomobile Jr. 8-66

1926 Locomobile Jr. 8-66 for sale. Mechanically restored and body fully restored, only upholstery to complete. This car features Harry Miller engine amongst other notables. $35,000.

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Last Post: Sep 24, 2007 6:28am
by Ernie Jones

Les & Josie Young

Progress photos of 1926 Rugby parts

Sorry got it wrong again. But here they are. New gauges have arrived and some of the completed chromed parts. YES!!!

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Last Post: Sep 23, 2007 7:05pm
by Les & Josie Youn...

Frank Witkowski

Weather for Auburn

Hi All... Just checked the forecast for next week. Looks real good for the week end. Maybe a scattered thunderstorm on Tuesday, a few showers Wednesday, but the rest of the week is nice Highs in the low 70's and mid 40's at night. Great fall weather....... See...

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Last Post: Sep 23, 2007 5:46pm
by Frank Witkowski

Dave Schulte

30 Durant body that was sold on Ebay

If anyone knows who bought the 30 Durant 4 dr. coach body on Ebay earlier this month, would you have them contact me please? I have a lead on a LOT of parts he needs. Dave

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Last Post: Sep 20, 2007 8:13pm
by Dave Schulte

brian boysj

star rad shell

i have a freshly nickel plated 26 27 star model r rad shell for sale,550.00 can.pus shipping. brian

Views: 257 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 18, 2007 8:19am
by brian boysj

Rick Botti

Antique Cars in History Park

Here are pictures from last Weekends Antique car show in San Jose, California. The Model T Ford Club of Santa Clara hosts the show and the Durant club is invited for next year. The Durant club didn't have any cars this time, but just wait come next year. http://p...

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Last Post: Sep 16, 2007 11:36pm
by Rick Botti

Don Shilling

Pending Roadtrip to Denver

Butch and I are planning a trip to Denver to deliver a late model (Throw Away Car)to one of his relatives. We do not care to come back to East Texas with an empty trailer. So,,,, does anybody have a Star Car derelict,("Pasture Princess"), or a pile of parts for sal...

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Last Post: Sep 12, 2007 6:25pm
by Don Shilling

Dennis McBride

Correction- M2 For Sale

When I sent in the pictures last year of my M-2, it was labelled a "coupe" by the Club editorial staff.Gale Crenshaw feels that it is a 2-Door Sedan. If so, my apologies. Thanks, Gale.

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2007 6:00am
by Dennis McBride

brian boysj

address change

has anyone had trouble getting the club to respond to an address change,notice was in the partner but 1.5 yrs later my info is still going to my old address! on the possitive side the owner of my old house is getting the durant disease we may have a new member soon....

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Last Post: Sep 9, 2007 1:22pm
by brian boysj

Sid Semple

selling D63

Hi. I have decided to sell my 1929 D63 sedan. 614 & Toyota Crown coupe projects along with restord D65 & Crown sedan are enough. Photos are on DMAC site Any Aussie people interested? Regards Sid

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Last Post: Sep 8, 2007 3:07am
by Sid Semple

Carol Fogarazzo for H Q Larson

Mr. Larson of Iowa is selling his 1926 Flint Jr.

Just found a classified that I did not get into the summer magazine. sorry email me and I will give you the particulars. It is a beauty!

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Last Post: Aug 30, 2007 7:43am
by Carol Fogarazzo ...

Rick Botti

1928 Durant M2 Coupe Runs again

The Texas Transportation Museum contacted me inform us that they have been able to get their 1928 Durant M2 Coupe back up and running. They have pictures at the link below. http://www.txtransportationmuseum.org/DURANT2007.htm Rick

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Last Post: Aug 28, 2007 7:39pm
by Rick Botti

Wayne Farrand

'31 DeVaux

Did a club member get that '31 DeVaux on eBay? That was a good buy in my book. If it hadn't have been in New York, I probably would own it. Was real tempting. But I didn't need another project. Wayne

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Last Post: Aug 27, 2007 9:48pm
by Wayne Farrand

Brian Tanguay

26 star on ebay

1926 Star 4 door for sale on ebay, Indiana. Is this one from our club member? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180152888714

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Last Post: Aug 27, 2007 5:11pm
by Brian Tanguay

Carl Moore

Literature

Have an original issue of the Durant Standard vol.1 no. 5 dated Feb. 1923. It is in decent condition. Best offer takes

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Last Post: Aug 24, 2007 5:08am
by Carl Moore

Dave Ford

I need gauges

Hi All, does anyone know where I can get a amp and oil gauge for my M2. Thanks, see you in Auburn. Dave

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Last Post: Aug 22, 2007 4:59pm
by Dave Ford

Andrew Passadore

Question on window crank mechanism

Just talked to Rick Botti this evening. Going to send in my membership dues & join the club I'm begining to find a lot about the '27 coupe that I have. Boy....talk about good therapy Question for today is....How to remove the window crank, aside from removing...

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Last Post: Aug 21, 2007 5:07am
by Andrew Passadore

Dave Schulte

30 Parts Car on Ebay

There is a 30 parts car on Ebay and if you look closely it's a rare 30 "Coach" with blind quarter windows. Dave

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Last Post: Aug 20, 2007 4:23pm
by Dave Schulte

Schneeberger, José Manuel

Red color.

I´m doing a baquette 1929 with a Durant 66 deluxe 1929.I need the technical specification of a red color of Durant 1929. Yours sincerely. José Schneeberger.

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Last Post: Aug 17, 2007 2:49pm
by Schneeberger, Jo...

Larry Rockey

Extra parts

We have what i think is a 29 durant driver door, its to good to haul to the dump and a pair of fenders taken off our coupe when it was a truck. would love to find a home for these items as we will be moving cross county and trying to down size. free to a good home....

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Last Post: Aug 13, 2007 9:11pm
by Larry Rockey

Greg Wervey

Barn Find in Pasadena

Durant fans, Would anyone be interested in a barn find that looks to be in need of a total restoration? It's a neighbor's(that I don't know very well and who does not occupy the home anymore) and it's sitting under a tarp under his carport. A neighbor(that I do kn...

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Last Post: Aug 6, 2007 4:09pm
by Greg Wervey

Orville Maerz

Parts

I am looking for a rad for a 1 ton truck and other parts

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Last Post: Jul 30, 2007 8:42pm
by Orville Maerz

Vince O'Brien

Loose Differential Housing

The housing (part no. 20309) that covers the universal joint between the clutch and the transmission on my 1925 Star is loose. I can easily wiggle it and it will rattle occasionally. The universal joint itself appears to be fine. Is this normal or is something out...

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Last Post: Jul 16, 2007 9:33pm
by Vince O'Brien

gary k

rugby "speedster" on ebay

don't miss the Rugby speedster for sale on ebay...it isn't original but it is definitely interesting... regards, gary k

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Last Post: Jul 5, 2007 5:07pm
by gary k

David

Durant Star Engine, 4-Cylinder, FOR SALE

1926 circa 4-Cylinder Durant Star Motor on a wooden skid. Radiator is included. Engine was mounted to the skid to drive a mill or other type of farm machinery. Engine is not frozen and still turns over by hand, but has not been run in several years. Serial Number...

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Last Post: Jul 5, 2007 2:44pm
by David

Paul Durrant

Rugby and Durant badges

Hi guys [oops, and gals] I currently have listed on eBay a 1924 Rugby badge [ 320132157331]. I was intrigued why this site did not pick up on the words Rugby and Durant in its eBay segment. It turns out that the segment is 'ebay motors' specific, and as i had liste...

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Last Post: Jun 30, 2007 5:43am
by Paul Durrant

brent chalmers

re: Star 4 cylinder motor for sale

I have a not-siezed 4 cylinder Star motor for sale if anyone needs one. the price is negoitable. It has the brass tag as Installed by the Continental engine Co. I guess the serial # could be available if you were concerned about the year. I think it is for a 1926 but...

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Last Post: Jun 28, 2007 2:28pm
by brent chalmers

Al DeWitt

Brake Cables

I'm looking for a source for brake cables for my 1930 614. I have 2 complete, but they look a little sketchy. Any help would be appreciated!

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Last Post: Jun 27, 2007 5:56am
by Al DeWitt

Bert Babick

latest Durant partner.

Good job Carol!

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Last Post: Jun 26, 2007 11:12pm
by Bert Babick

Greg Krueger

Star Touring Splash Aprons.

Hello All, I have a pair of side splash aprons left over from a 1925 Star F Touring restoration. I had two different shops make a set and these are ones I didn't use. They are 20 ga., the beading is done except for about one inch on rounded corner, the curved top is...

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Last Post: Jun 20, 2007 5:36am
by Greg Krueger

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