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Mike Linthicum

Think about donating to the Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation this year!

Well for all you U.S. Durantonians who are looking for a place to donate some money before the end of the year before the end of our tax season, please take a moment and consider donating any amount to the Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation this year. Donatio...

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Last Post: Dec 21, 2021 10:13am
by Mike Linthicum

Robert Bush

Star engine for sale

Star engine for sale in Portland, OR. Ebay #133942145662. Tag on engine is 376487. Complete engine, less flywheel, carb and distributor.

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Last Post: Dec 17, 2021 12:52pm
by Robert Bush

Bob Smith

W. C. Durant's birthday

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY" to William Crapo Durant

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Last Post: Dec 8, 2021 12:26pm
by Bob Smith

Mike Linthicum

Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation.

Hello Durantonians! As we start to draw near to the end of the year and our thoughts turn to year end donations to various non profits here in the United States please consider making a donation to the Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation inc. You can easily d...

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Last Post: Nov 21, 2021 4:51pm
by Mike Linthicum

frank witkowski

Roadster Interior and Top Pictures

Hi All, Well if you remember the post "Following A Star" Cathy's roadster is ready for the interior and top. What we need are any reference pictures of the interiors used in Durant or Star roadsters. Please help us get the car ready for the Flint Meet! Thanks.....

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Last Post: Nov 8, 2021 11:56am
by frank witkowski

Dennis Olson

Needing help!

Just a good news - bad news note. GOOD NEWS, just bought a 1925 STAR SPORT TOURING CAR that had major restorations nearly finished: the Bad news, in the restoration process, the restorer "lost" major parts - e.g. steering column, dash gauges, door handles, top irons...

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Last Post: Nov 1, 2021 6:50pm
by Dennis Olson

jeffrey quicksell

distributor curve

does anyone have specs for distibutor curve for a w4 1924 engine thanks

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Last Post: Oct 12, 2021 2:18pm
by jeffrey quicksel...

Bob Smith

23rd Annual Durant Meet, Grand Junction, CO

Tom and Lisa Schaffer did an outstanding job of hosting the annual Durant get-together. From the Alpaca introduction to the all female chorus, there wasn't a detail missed. Their tireless efforts were appreciated and a great time was had by all those that attended....

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Last Post: Sep 27, 2021 10:11am
by Bob Smith

Don M Gaskill

starter bushings

Looking for a set of starter bushings for a '29 Durant M-4 with a W5 motor if any one has any or can tell me where to find some let me know gaskill_d@msn.com -

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Last Post: Sep 20, 2021 8:19pm
by Don M Gaskill

Tom Schaffer

MUSIC for 2021 NATIONAL MEET

Here is the link to the music for the National Meet: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vhKtTAAUFbJU6qvkSIH91_1iNDxhAmIu?usp=sharing Dearest Durant Ladies, I had talked to some of you a couple of meetings ago about putting some songs together to play an...

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Last Post: Aug 16, 2021 9:01am
by Tom Schaffer

Rogelio Hecker

valve timing

I found a car with a 15L engine and I am planning to build a racer/speedster because only the mechanical part is worthwhile. I am looking for information on the camshaft/tappets specifications and valve overlap. I found that the tappets do not have a plane surface at...

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Last Post: Jun 26, 2021 7:09am
by Rogelio Hecker

Dave Blyler

Starter

Looking for a starter. New or rebuilt any suggestions? Thanks for the help! 1923 Durant Touring

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Last Post: Jun 20, 2021 5:48am
by Dave Blyler

Jeffrey Quicksell

1924 star brakes model f

so im needing some help with rear brakes i have a 24 star im replacing rear brakes i have reassembled them but my brakes where only used on that year im told by don shilling, With the car on jacks i can spin wheel one way no problem but if i go the other way parking...

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Last Post: Mar 7, 2021 8:16am
by Jeffrey Quicksel...

Ken MCcormick

Tools for sale

I have a lot of tools for sale. I have finally quit working and its time to download.Come see what I have and help me get rid of stuff. Ken

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Last Post: Mar 4, 2021 12:26pm
by Ken MCcormick

RICK BOTTI

DMAC Annual Tour is a GO!

Annual DMAC National Tour Grand Junction, Colorado Arrive Tuesday, September 14, Departure Sunday, September 19. Details have ben posted to the Club Events Page. Rick

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Last Post: Feb 21, 2021 3:28pm
by RICK BOTTI

jeff quicksell

rear brakes on 24 star

so im replacing rear brakes on my star i did right side no problem but now to the left . on the parking brake shoe (inner) i was missing the one shoe u bracket welded to shoe and where the shoe goes into the brake lever there is play so shoe moves until slack is take...

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Last Post: Feb 7, 2021 1:14pm
by jeff quicksell

Robert Bush

Very Nice Locomobile Book on eBay

There is a very nice Locomobile book on eBay. Pricey but excellent. https://www.ebay.com/itm/1916-1917-Locomobile-Standard-Custom-Models-Prestige-Sales-Brochure-Book-Nice/382859069895?hash=item59242dc9c7:g:HewAAOSw9tFdlMA3

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Last Post: Jan 17, 2021 12:02pm
by Robert Bush

Bob Smith

Kingston vacuum tank fuel feed

The Kingston vacuum tank is a different animal than the Stewart unit. The Kingston is simpler with a lot less moving parts. I'm curious to learn how the Kingston unit knows it's full? There is a brass fitting (vacuum) at the top of the unit. 1) There is an opening f...

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Last Post: Jan 11, 2021 6:48am
by Bob Smith

mike b

December mens tech Zoom session

Well if didn't know, tech sessions have been going on monthly. This month Tech session is how to repair your Spicer unit on your Durant and Stars. Rick and the junior mechanics will show you how we repair Spicer units. email me and I can send you the Link. the date i...

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Last Post: Dec 11, 2020 7:33am
by mike b

Dave

Devaux

Hello everyone There are two devauxs for sale at the same time I don’t believe that has happened since 1931,, Dave

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Last Post: Dec 1, 2020 3:15pm
by Dave

S. Blomquist

Blessed Thanksgiving to all

Good morning and a blessed Thanksgiving to all of you! We hope this holiday is a special one and we want to remember give thanks for all the blessings we have received throughout the past year. Be sure to share this holiday season with your families and friends and b...

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Last Post: Nov 26, 2020 7:31am
by S. Blomquist

William Durant

21 inch rims

One of the front rims are wrong for the durant car, believe they are from a model T. Wondering where we can buy a used 21 inch rim for our car. yes they are 21 front and 20 rear? Thanks for any help in our quest to get the car back on the ground with tires....

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Last Post: Nov 24, 2020 4:40pm
by William Durant

mike b

project star on Zoom

Calling all Mechanics and Junior Mechanics! Come join us on a Zoom Tech Sesh...11/21 @ Noon Pacific Time. We'll be troubleshooting a 1925 Star and hope to get her off the trailer and back on the road. Contact me for Zoom link if you're in for some educational fun...y...

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Last Post: Nov 13, 2020 8:17am
by mike b

Gary

Rumble seat rollers

Does anybody have pictures (or spares) of what the rumble seat rollers look like for a 1926-29 Star Durant?

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Last Post: Oct 30, 2020 12:15pm
by Gary

Rick Botti

New Durant owner Michigan with a 1929 Model 60 Sedan

New Durant owner ‎Ben Logan in Michigan just purchased a 1929 Model 60 Sedan Below is a link to pictures posted to the Durant Motors Autombile Club FaceBook page. https://www.facebook.com/durantmotors/inbox/3713966415349950/?notif_id=1602463157679043&no...

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Last Post: Oct 11, 2020 8:43pm
by Rick Botti

Vincent OBrien

Badge Auction

There is an online auction of a large collection of badges. There are several Durant and Star badges. Auction ends soon. Here's a link: https://www.icollector.com/search.aspx?q=durant&p=1&ps=20&is=1&ex=0&so=13&sf=1&hi=0

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Last Post: Sep 27, 2020 8:42pm
by Vincent OBrien

David Coppess

SOLD the 1927

Got gobs of parts left over if anyone needs anything, plus a Spare engine. Had lots of fun with it and did have the engine running for while but now I can concentrate on my true love of old cars. My 1930 Model A Ford phaeton.

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Last Post: Sep 17, 2020 9:02pm
by David Coppess

Robert Smith

pictures needed for a new 2021 calendar

Stephanie is in the process of compiling a Durant calendar for 2021. She is in need of pictures. Since most cars are long and the calendar page is square, any pictures provided need to have some foreground and back ground to crop. Also need pictures taken with high...

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Last Post: Sep 17, 2020 11:38am
by Robert Smith

Rick Botti

1923 Durant A22 touring

Pictures from the restoration of Ken Crouch 1923 Durant A22 touring are now in the Durant photographs section. Rick

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Last Post: Sep 16, 2020 7:23pm
by Rick Botti

Katie Gundersen

found old certicate

1928 5 shares. Paper was folded in thirds, otherwise in great condition. What can I do with it?

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Last Post: Sep 10, 2020 2:45pm
by Katie Gundersen

Rick Botti

Clutch Depth

I going to have a spare clutch pressure plate assemble rebuilt. I my plan to have all the parts ready ahead of time so I can get the car back on the road as soon aa possible. The shop asked for the clutch depth, this is a number I don't have. Does any know what...

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Last Post: Aug 24, 2020 9:20am
by Rick Botti

mike babick

zoom

I would like to thank all that attended the tech, pacific coast meeting and the Wine and Whine zoom sessions. For people who aren't familiar with Zoom, it is a platform for people to have a meetings via the web. You will get a e-mail with a active link that 5 min bef...

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Last Post: Aug 2, 2020 8:57am
by mike babick

Shawn Humphrey

Durant Partner Address

Hello all, You'll notice that the Durant Partner - on schedule to deliver for printing on August 1 - has a new address on it. I'm no longer in Phoenix. My address, and the address for the Partner, is now- 660 Bonita Ave. 18D Claremont, CA 91711 Have a gr...

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Last Post: Jul 27, 2020 2:09pm
by Shawn Humphrey

Michael

Distributor Help

Hello: I am a new Star owner and am joining your terrific club. My original distributor crumbled away from what the previous owner told me and they either made one or got this one from a club member who made some. I was just wondering can anyone identify this one?...

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Last Post: Jul 19, 2020 7:18am
by Michael

Jim Simmons

Throttle control

Pretty basic question here but both the rod from the accelerator and the spring from the throttle control are not attached to anything and I need to reattach them in the right place on a 1923 Star. There are two holes in the arm behind the carburetor that I assume th...

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Last Post: Jun 29, 2020 10:17am
by Jim Simmons

Curtis Bartell

wondering what happened to a 1928 durant 2dr sedan

I've been wondering what happened to a 1928 Durant 2dr sedan that belonged to a friend of mine. The car was restored in about 1980 and I did some minor work on the car. It was a good original car and resulted in a spectacular restoration. It was painted back to the o...

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Last Post: May 25, 2020 10:59am
by Curtis Bartell

Mike Linthicum

Need help with my Bendix 3 shoe mechanical breaks

When I took my brakes apart for restoration I took several photographs which I thought would be what I would use to put them back together. Now as you can see from the photographs that the parts are restored and I have new brake pads installed. I downloaded the instr...

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Last Post: May 17, 2020 7:21am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

EDITOR NEEDED!

Hello Durantonians Carol has graciously agreed to put out our next issue of "The Partner" which will be coming out soon BUT as I posted earlier she has notified me she has retired. The last issue was supposed to be her last. We need a club member to step up and b...

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Last Post: Apr 22, 2020 9:34am
by Mike Linthicum

Shane

W5 motor front seal

Does anyone have the correct size of the front felt seal on the crankshaft for a W5 motor? The size I have written down is not correct. Thanks

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Last Post: Apr 7, 2020 3:05pm
by Shane

Bob Bush

SMS Auto Fabrics is having a 19% off sale

Hard to believe in these turbulent times, and because SMS has never had a sale in its entire 43 years, but I received an email with the news this morning. SMS is open although operating with a smaller staff. If you want to take advantage of their sale and order anyt...

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Last Post: Mar 26, 2020 7:35am
by Bob Bush

Tom Schaffer

DMAC Events

Just posted this to the Pacific Coast Facebook site, but thought I would also make a post here. Ok, I'm sure there have been discussions already but I guess I'll be the first to actually ask the question. Should the DMAC events scheduled, simply be moved to next y...

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Last Post: Mar 17, 2020 7:58pm
by Tom Schaffer

Bob Smith

A tribe of scribes...

Along the lines of finding someone to fill Carol's shoes... Are there any 'Jimmy Olsens' out there ... photographers and reporters that want to work with the editor of the Quarterly Partner (x-Daily Planet)?? We only print four issues a year, but developing int...

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Last Post: Jan 30, 2020 8:19am
by Bob Smith

Bill Hoge

Defferential ring gear & pinion gear

Ring gear part # F-3-41016 and the pinion gear to mesh with it are needed. On taking the differential apart I had chipped teeth on both gears and I am not sure they can be repaired. The spider gears are O. K. Any help would be appreciated. I do not have the part numb...

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Last Post: Jan 24, 2020 1:29pm
by Bill Hoge

Gary Yelle

1931 DeVaux Sport Coupe for sale.

There is a 1931 Rumble Seat, Sport Coupe for sale in California. It was part of a collection that was for sale in Riverside about a year ago. It is a good car and has a perfect history. First owned by a DeVaux dealer, Harry Hoy from Wisconsin. If interested, contact...

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Last Post: Jan 14, 2020 3:08pm
by Gary Yelle

Rick Botti

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas and a Fantastic New Year!! Rick

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Last Post: Dec 24, 2019 12:52pm
by Rick Botti

Dave

Ignition switch

Is there anyone who specializes in ignition switches,or has a catalog for early 30s ignition switches,will gladly buy a catalog for the info, Dave

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Last Post: Dec 4, 2019 9:30am
by Dave

jeff quicksell

2020 calendar

just asking if the 2020 calendars are for sale still showing 2019 on the web site want to order some for christmas presents thanks jeff

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Last Post: Nov 22, 2019 5:18pm
by jeff quicksell

Gordon F. Curl

Facebook PCC - San Jose show

Hi Rick: Your participation in the San Jose Car show with the accompanying pictures was simply grand. Sure was great to see the attention the Durant Motora Automobile club gathered. I watched the whole show and it was sure great. Wish we could make it some year, but...

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Last Post: Oct 16, 2019 9:29am
by Gordon F. Curl

Dave

Free wheeling

Hello everyone, I’m still looking for a dash pull knob or control knob for the free wheeling on my 32 devaux,it says F.w. And below it says in.i don’t know how to describe it other than it looks like it has vertical wings on each side,I’d appreciate...

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Last Post: Oct 15, 2019 10:59am
by Dave

Bill Hoaglan

Auction in Idaho

Their is going to be an auction coming up in Kingston, ID which is in the Kellogg area....150 cars with parts cars/junk....I see in one of the back corners of building is a Star Touring (what model?...could go cheap?)) This was on facebook and my son brought it to my...

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Last Post: Sep 25, 2019 12:43pm
by Bill Hoaglan

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