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Rick Botti

New Dealer Sign

I just added to the Tech Page under Factory Correspondence/Sales Bulletins a 1931 factory memo regarding the new Durant Service sign. I recreated the memo and scanned the sales brochure and turned them both into one PDF file for easy downloading and printing. It's...

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Last Post: Mar 5, 2006 1:17pm
by Rick Botti

Mike Linthicum

Durants most popular model

What do you think was Durants most popular model with the public?

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Last Post: Mar 5, 2006 8:21am
by Mike Linthicum

Will Curl

guages

As I go through my 1922 Durant Touring I have come to realize that the oil pressure and amp guage are incorrect. The early A-22 had a 0-10 lb guage the 1923? they had a 0-5 lb guage. This would mean that my 0-50 lb guge is not correct. This would also explain the dog...

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Last Post: Feb 19, 2006 4:55pm
by Will Curl

Rick Botti

No website updates for rest of week.

Currently there is an issue with our host server that pervents me from updating and uploading files on this website. Other clubs may also have the same issue. This should be resloved soon, but since this is a holiday weekend I don't expect it to be addressed until ne...

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Last Post: Feb 18, 2006 1:45pm
by Rick Botti

gary kauffman

radiator badge contest

hello clubbers i sent in the picture of the original D>M>O>C> badge just to give others ideas...don't count mine as an entrant...the others are fantastic and far superior to the old one. but the oval aluminum casting was a good durable unit with plenty of room for i...

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Last Post: Feb 17, 2006 7:42pm
by gary kauffman

Phil Donoghoe

Crown Wheel & Pinion set for Durant D66 (1929)

Looking through the Forum and in particular Curtis Smith's enquiry re Crown wheel (Diff Ring Gear) and Pinion sets (Dec,20 05) I would like to follow up the leads mentioned in replys. My ratio should be 3.9 which is the 10 teeth pinion and 39 teeth ring gear. I curr...

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Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 7:00pm
by Phil Donoghoe

SANDI

REAR BUMPER FOR LOCOMOBILE NO. 8 (?)

I HAVE THIS BUMPER AND WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION AND PRICE. AND IF ANYONE WOULD BE INTERESTED IN BUYING IT.

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Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 12:50am
by SANDI

Ken McCormick`

283 chev engine

I have a 1964 chev impala 283 engine for sale --it is profesionally rebuilt with new pistons and rings--bearings--oilpump- camshaft and bearings -has been bored 30 thou over --crank turned 10 and 10 heads are all rebuilt -valves all done - It is complete from i...

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Last Post: Feb 15, 2006 10:19pm
by Ken McCormick`

Ron Hast

Thanks to Rick Botti

Sir Rick: Thanks for your telephone call Sunday Evening. Imagine, being consumed with Startalk all through "60 Minutes" and then some. And thanks for posting the photos of the "new" 26 Star R Coach. You are a wealth of information, and it adds to the intrigue of thi...

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Last Post: Feb 13, 2006 2:28am
by Ron Hast

gary blalock

vacuum fuel pump

stewart warner 403 d u8, need float,are whole ass. 1927 star touring

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Last Post: Feb 9, 2006 6:08pm
by gary blalock

gary blalock

1927 star

have 27 star touring, need fuel pump stewert warner fuel pump, or float, 403 d u8 hard to read numbers THANKS really nice car , my dad spent alot of time to make it worthy of a calander pic.

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Last Post: Feb 2, 2006 3:38pm
by gary blalock

dave bolls

Durant promotional pocket watch.....OLD!!

I was just doing a web search on Durant as I have an Elgin pocket watch from the 20's. That I am in the process of restoring. The watch appears to be a promotional item commissioned by Durant and was probably given to a dealership owner or Durant executive. The...

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Last Post: Feb 1, 2006 10:37am
by dave bolls

Don Shilling

Star Coupe Measurments

Hi Guys! Things are progressing nicely on the two M coupes. Butch is doing all the sandblasting and I'm doing the wood work. I've got the door hinge and latch posts made and the corresponding metal fitting nicely. Now, I'm ready to construct a jig to assemble the win...

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Last Post: Jan 29, 2006 6:15pm
by Don Shilling

Don Shilling

Star Coupe and A-22 Sedan Project

I have two Star M coupe projects in progress. One belonging to Butch James is a ’26 and mine is a ’27. Both have been previously attempted to restore. We have enough parts to partially complete both but not enough parts to build one car. In addition, the...

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Last Post: Jan 21, 2006 11:40am
by Don Shilling

Ronald Hast

Seeking 26 Star Radiator Badge (6 cylinder)

Looking for (new or ?) blue radiator badge for 26 Star 6 cylinder

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Last Post: Jan 21, 2006 11:00am
by Ronald Hast

Joe Osbone

14L Overhaul specs

My 14L engine in the 1929 Model 60 has develope some BAD oil leaks and I'm thinking of pulling it to reseat the bearings and reseal the the parts. It also has a drop in Oil pressure to about 7lbs when it warms up. Anyone know were I might find srevice or build specs...

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Last Post: Jan 18, 2006 9:40pm
by Joe Osbone

Rick Botti

New Pictures

Added new pictures of Louis Quenneville's 1923 Depot Hack Restoration project to the Star Page. Rick

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Last Post: Jan 17, 2006 11:23pm
by Rick Botti

Franz Fraitzl

water pump parts

Hello everyone, just finished a batch of replacment parts for water pumps. I have availible the pump packing nut and it fits the models M M2 M4 40 R 55 60. Also availible the water pump cover which is usually very thin and corroded. I have these in stainless steel...

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Last Post: Jan 17, 2006 9:37pm
by Franz Fraitzl

Rick Botti

There may possibly be some downtime

Our Forum service provider will be performing major system upgrades this weekend in an effort to keep up with demand and growth. While they do not anticipate lengthy periods of downtime users may experience intermittent periods where their services are not online....

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Last Post: Jan 17, 2006 8:24pm
by Rick Botti

Dave Schulte

Gauge Source

Greg Gleason at gpg@cableone.net specializes in antique automotive gauges. When contacting him please try to send a photo of the front and back of the gauge you need. Dave

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Last Post: Jan 17, 2006 10:13am
by Dave Schulte

Gary Yelle

Automotive Books

I just received an advertisement from McFarland and Company, Publishers, on their Automotive Books for 2005-2006. One caught my eye. "Chrysler, Ford, Durant and Sloan, Founding Giants of the American Automotive Industry". On checking the web site I found a lot of g...

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Last Post: Jan 16, 2006 8:54pm
by Gary Yelle

Gary Yelle

31 614 vs 31 DeVaux

David's question got me thinking. We all know that a lot of Durant technology was used to make the DeVaux. I know the 22A engine has the same gaskets as the DeVaux 40A engine except for the manafold. The brakes are also the same. The wheelbase for the DeVaux is...

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Last Post: Jan 13, 2006 10:51pm
by Gary Yelle

bob smith

1928/29 Durant Coupe

Becky Leach has her grandfather's 1928 or 1929 Durant Coupe 4 cyl. She is thinking of having it crush if she can not find a new home for it. It is rough but could be a good project or parts car. She is in Ohio and can be reached at leachbm@sbcglobal.net I am sure a...

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Last Post: Jan 12, 2006 4:07am
by bob smith

Ken McCormick

Rad emblem and cap

Does anyone have a spare radiator emblem to sell, and maybe also a rad cap ?? I am not really sure which of the rad emblems are right for my 30 deluxe coupe -Any info would be usefull. Sure having fun rebuilding this baby . Hahaha. Almost like creating a car from no...

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Last Post: Jan 10, 2006 9:55pm
by Ken McCormick

Jan & Patty Arnett

Needed Dodge tail light

Ok before anyone says anything about this not being Durant, you are correct. I decided to add turn signals to my 1923 Dodge. I need a second tailight to add to the rear of the car. I am looking for the dodge tailight which has two bulbs and the dodge logo on the t...

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Last Post: Jan 8, 2006 4:29pm
by Jan & Patty Arne...

Jack Malpass

1930 Durant For Sale

In my travels I ran across a 1930 Durant Coupe avertized in the SUN HERALD news paper classified in Biloxi, Miss. Asking price is $11,500. Phone number 228-392-7774. (Search Sun Herald newspaper on-line) This is not my car and I have not seen it. Just passing a...

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Last Post: Jan 5, 2006 1:08pm
by Jack Malpass

Mike Linthicum

The New Year 2006

Happy New Year fellow Durnatonians! First I'd like to wish all of you the happiest, wealthiest and most important healthiest New Year. Second I'd like to say may this year find you finishing that Durant project, finding that hard to find part and becoming more active...

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Last Post: Jan 2, 2006 6:12am
by Mike Linthicum

Steve Nimz

1926 Star

I am looking for the shop or owners manual for the 1926 Star. Have just purchased a Star Six Coach and need to know how to take care of my jewel of the fleet. If anyone knows where I can get my hands on the manuals please email or give me a call. 1-800-700-6725

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Last Post: Dec 23, 2005 11:07am
by Steve Nimz

Don Shilling

Star "R" parts

Does anyone have a spare Star R frame (6 cyl) avaliable? Hopefully somewhere near Northeast Texas. Thanks, Don

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Last Post: Dec 21, 2005 5:40pm
by Don Shilling

Bruce Hargin

Fuel Cap

Hello Members, Does anyone out there have a source for a fuel cap for a 1929 Durant Model 60? The screw thread is 2"-16 on the filler tube. Thank You.

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Last Post: Dec 18, 2005 2:36pm
by Bruce Hargin

James M Brewer

1930 614 Standard For Sale

Age, I'm almost as old as my Durant, has caught up with me. I have a 1930 614 Standard Durant and it's 24ft Haulmark enclosed trailer for sale. $12,500 E-mail for pictures and details. Jim

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Last Post: Dec 16, 2005 4:57pm
by James M Brewer

Max Gainey

Radiator Cap for 1924 Star

I am currently looking for a radiator cap for a 1924 Star. Does anyone know where I be able to get one? Thanks, Max Gainey

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Last Post: Dec 16, 2005 4:29pm
by Max Gainey

Gary Yelle

3 Stars in Hemmings

Just notices in January Hemmings that 3 Star cars are for sale. 23 Doctors Coupe in Illinois, $11,950. (618) 635-7056. 26 3 window (6 cylinder) (805) 543-8541 in California and a 27 Model R 4 door $3,500. in Maryland, 410-721-1326. Gary

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Last Post: Dec 10, 2005 4:27pm
by Gary Yelle

Lance Haynes

Club Candidates

Hello Durant Members. Hope all you are safe and sound all over the world. I have some very good news. Our dear friend and member and historian Bob Smith called me today and has agreed to run for our secretary / treasure’s job. Poor Mike Larsen has had this big...

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Last Post: Dec 2, 2005 6:35pm
by Lance Haynes

Dave Schulte

Durant and Star pocket watches

1-Elgin Durant pocket watch. Gold case, Roman numerals with second hand on a secondary smaller dial. $400 plus shipping. Keeps time with a nice ticking sound. 1-Hampden Star Cars pocket watch. Gold case,modern numerals (1,2,3)with second hand on a secondary dial s...

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Last Post: Nov 28, 2005 9:36am
by Dave Schulte

Gordon F. Curl

Summer "Durant Gathering" Ontario

We are not having the "Durant Gathering" on the July 1st weekend in 2006. We have a new location and a new date. The "Gathering" will be in Prince Edward County, near Picton, Ontario (on the Bay of Quinte, near the east end of Lake Ontario) The date will be June 2...

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Last Post: Nov 15, 2005 10:59am
by Gordon F. Curl

Vince O'Brien

Radiator Core Needed

Anyone know of a radiator core that will match the one on my 25 Star? Its a diamond honeycomb. And where I can get it?

Views: 216 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 9, 2005 10:50am
by Vince O'Brien

Jeremy Whitehead

Caster Angle for 1924 Rugby Tourer

I am having trouble confirming what the Caster Angle should be on a 1924 Rugby Tourer. If anyone knows the answer I would greatly appreciate being told. I want to confirm that the vehicle has been set up as per the factory specifications. Regards Jeremy

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Last Post: Oct 26, 2005 7:21pm
by Jeremy Whitehead

ken mccormick

Ebay sale --retrospective article on19 30 6-14 durant deluxe rumble seat coupe

The article described is from a cars and parts magazine from sept 1983. It is a good article . I have the magazine here if anyone is interested in a copy . I will print it in color and send by E mail. Ken

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Last Post: Oct 26, 2005 11:20am
by ken mccormick

Frank Witkowski

Durant & Star repair manual reprinted

Hi All.......... Have just reprinted the repair manual for models C-CC-F-M-M2-M4, four cylinder cars. This is a great refference book if you have one of these cars. It is full of illustrations, and is 114 pages long. This was copied from one of my very cle...

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Last Post: Oct 20, 2005 4:48pm
by Frank Witkowski

Dave Schulte

30 Durant Hub Caps For Sale

Hi, I have a set of 6-6 inch wire wheel hubcaps that were made by the gentleman in Argentina. I ordered the wrong size. You can either get them directly from Peter in Argentina, or wait until I receive them and buy them from me. $279 plus shipping. Thanks, Dave

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Last Post: Oct 13, 2005 7:20am
by Dave Schulte

Rick Botti

Cars For Sale

I think this must be a record, but right now there are four Durant/Stars for Sale on EBay. Two look like parts cars, but we all need parts right? Rick

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Last Post: Sep 29, 2005 8:15am
by Rick Botti

Bob DeAngelis

Brake Band Guide Arm Needed

I need a brake band guide arm for my 1923 Star. This is the arm which is riveted to the rear axle housing. Each axle side has three of these arms to guide the brake bands on the drums. Each arm has two adjusting bolts. One of my arms was broken off and I'd really...

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Last Post: Sep 27, 2005 6:13am
by Bob DeAngelis

Matt

1929 Durant Roadster

Hello- I recently came across a '29 Durant Deluxe Roadster in mostly original condition. It has the original 6 cyl engine in running condition. There are a few dings and dents here and there, the interior needs work, and most of the wood flooring will need to be r...

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Last Post: Sep 12, 2005 6:04pm
by Matt

Rick Botti

Antique Autos in History Park

I just posted some pictures of today Kelley Park event to the Past Events page. I took 154 and posted about 42, but I hope they give an idea of the day. Lots of cars and people dressed in vintage attire. We had 4 cars present, and all time record, next year we'll...

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 6:59pm
by Rick Botti

Garry Potter

NOS STAR FENDER

I have a NOS left rear fender that is labelled 1924-1925 Star. I had a 1925 Star touring but it did not fitso I put the fender in storage for many years. This new fender does not have a bend where it would attach flush and vertically to the touring body, but rather...

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 11:01am
by Garry Potter

Mike Rice

car show

I would like to share my surprise from the local laborday car show.Class A 1900 to 1945 stock auto. participant's choice. The Star got third place it was a pleasant surprise.

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2005 12:50am
by Mike Rice

Rick Botti

DURANT-STAR STOCK CAR OUTRUNS PADDOCK & WYKOFF'S TIME

Here is an interesting link to an article written on Sunday, July 22, 1928 and published in Los Angeles Examiner. The story is about a Durant Roadster racing against a human track runner. It may have been a tie in with the 1928 Olympics in the Netherlands. http://...

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Last Post: Sep 10, 2005 5:50pm
by Rick Botti

Ken Crowl

'24 Star

What is the exact oil capacity on my '24 Star? Also, the wire oil gauge seems to work - how reliable are they? Thanx, KC

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Last Post: Sep 10, 2005 6:34am
by Ken Crowl

bob smith

government survey...most influential auto pioneer....free dinner

I'm not sure what will get the most attention SURVEY or FREE DINNER. Anyway the government is doing a survey..."most influential auto pioneer?" The list is long, our man W. C. Durant is on it and Henry Ford has been excluded. Should be a cake walk?? Three random...

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Last Post: Sep 8, 2005 2:46pm
by bob smith

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