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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

Views: 243 Replies: 0

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

Views: 267 Replies: 0

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...

Views: 251 Replies: 0

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: 224 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

Views: 241 Replies: 0

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

Views: 337 Replies: 0

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

Views: 406 Replies: 0

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

Yates Milton

23 Durant - Distributor and Dash Switch Assembly

Anybody out there happen to have a distributor for a 4 cyl. A-22 Durant? How about a dash assembly that controls the "off & on" and the lights. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Yates

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Last Post: Sep 8, 2005 12:41pm
by Yates Milton

Ken Brink

For sale

For sale -- I have a Trans for a 1925 Star, and a Rear end also for a 1925 Star.

Views: 394 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 1, 2005 8:58am
by Ken Brink

Steve Large

Star / Durant moto meter on E-bay

If your in need of a working Moto Meter for your Star or Durant please check out item # 6555591975 on E-bay. Also while I have your attention I'm looking for a hood ornament for a 1933 Beacon, Flyer or Ace, it is the nude flying lady type, although the correct one fo...

Views: 274 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 24, 2005 3:10pm
by Steve Large

Rick Botti

Durant-Star, Put Through Its Paces on Coliseum Track

I found an interesting webpage with a reprint of a 1928 Loas Angeles Times story about a Durant-Star. The URL is: http://frankwykoff.com/stock-car1928.htm From the article: Taking a stock Durant-Star Four utility roadster down into the big bowl, Kaiser pu...

Views: 392 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 15, 2005 12:22am
by Rick Botti

Wayne Farrand

Continental engine on eBay

Is there anyone interested in the 22A 6 cyl on ebay (4565942040)? I would be if it wasn't in AZ. It would take too much travel or $ and since I have a running 6 cyl in my '31 plus another in a basket, I'll have to pass. Maybe they'r not rare or the '30-'31s that n...

Views: 231 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 6, 2005 9:15pm
by Wayne Farrand

Mike Linthicum

Early Star & Durant radiator emblems

Anyone out there have an extra early Durant, Star or Flint radiator emblem they want to get rid of or sell. Prefer one in good condition, but small chips will not rule it out. Email me with condition and price.

Views: 239 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 1, 2005 3:02pm
by Mike Linthicum

Rick Botti

Rugby Racing

I've posted two pictures submitted by Ricardo Colombo (Ricardo.H.Colombo@gsk.com) of race car driver Fangio with a Rugby modified for racing. Rick http://clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/durant/forum%20pics/Rugby%20Racing/index.html

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Last Post: Jul 22, 2005 1:25pm
by Rick Botti

Jim Glover

1957 register

I saw on ebay, a antique auto club register 1957 writeup says it lists cars with serial numbers and owners names. Item # 6545714706 might be of some interest to see if any Durants or Stars listed.

Views: 255 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 21, 2005 5:37pm
by Jim Glover

mike lawrey

tropic aire heater

please help i found a tropic aire heater and a set of air horns like new model 4900 seral #2823 on heater what is it off of and what is it worth

Views: 236 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 17, 2005 8:42pm
by mike lawrey

Dave Schulte

30 Durant 6-14 Roadster Parts

I know I'm probably whizzing in the wind here.....but would any one out there have a pair of door latches for a 30 roadster? I also need one rumble seat grab handle and one top rest/tiedown. I'd even be interested in a photo of the latches. Thanks, Dave

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Last Post: Jul 11, 2005 7:21pm
by Dave Schulte

Nickoal

1929 Rugby Delivery Truck

We are trying to find out more information on our 1929 Rugby Delivery Truck. We have the original title issued June 18, 1934. It says: Type: 1/2 ton, 4-06 model, weight: 2,325, serial #: 1013, motor#W8-7-1283. It is a 4 cylinder with a Continental engine, panel body...

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Last Post: Jul 10, 2005 11:55am
by Nickoal

Mike Linthicum

Star door?

I found this on Ebay under the Antique Car section. Seller believes it's a star door. Item number is 4560635371. Maybe someone can use it.

Views: 265 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 7, 2005 5:54am
by Mike Linthicum

Dave Schulte

Durant For Sale

For Sale 29 Durant Model 66 project car. Partially disassembled. 99% complete. Many parts to convert to a DeLuxe included. Email for photos and more info. $3500 Located in Iowa. Dave Schulte schulte3@mepotelco.net

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Last Post: Jun 29, 2005 6:40am
by Dave Schulte

Bob

Book Collection

Disposing my car book collection. Send e-mail (msrstar@juno.com) for list, description and prices. List covers books on Durant, books by Alfred P Sloan, Jr, Arthur Pound, Burt Mills, David Horowitz, Floyd Clymer and Matt Joseph. 11 total. Bob

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Last Post: Jun 26, 2005 1:35pm
by Bob

Orville

radiator

I am looking for a radiator for a 1928 rugby 1 ton

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Last Post: Jun 26, 2005 7:33am
by Orville

Wayne Dekker

timber?

Hi every one, I hav dated my car to late 1925 or 1926 "M". Does any body have timnber plans for a 'tourer' or a 'roadster' avaiable. Is the sill timber the same? Thamnks Wayne down under.

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Last Post: Jun 25, 2005 3:44am
by Wayne Dekker

Bruce Hargin

1928 Durant Model M2

Fellow members, I just took a look at a 1928 M2 four door sedan. The car appears to be pretty much all there, but, the engine has been torn apart. The car is weatherd looking the radiator shrould and bumpers are rusty. Interior is torn in spots but complete, hard to...

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Last Post: Jun 23, 2005 6:08pm
by Bruce Hargin

Tom Schwab

Great Machine Work on our Fan Hub

I received my new fan hub for our 1923 Durant Service Truck and have installed it. Thanks to the great and fast work by Franz Fraitzl (the Mahineist from Vacouver B.C.). This is the one that broke while on the Santa Rosa Tour. Franz did an excellent job in redooing t...

Views: 222 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 21, 2005 12:20am
by Tom Schwab

Rick Botti

Oakland & Star Durant Factory

Oakland & Star Durant Factory I purchased a DVD containing 3 films made for the Oakland, California area on EBay last week. They may have been produced for the Oakland Camber of Commerce and are dated 1918, 1928 and 1931. The 1928 film briefly talked about Oakland...

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Last Post: Jun 12, 2005 10:09am
by Rick Botti

Warren Rauch

Rumble Seat Lid Linkage

My Dad look the lid off of this 29 Durant 6-66 many years ago. There are plates mounted to the lid with 2 holes in each. There are slots in the side metal panels that would line up. The hard ware to connect is missing, can some one tell me what to make? Warren

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Last Post: Jun 11, 2005 4:32pm
by Warren Rauch

Jim Glover

Durant serial tag

Just noticed a Durant serial number tag on ebay. One of our members might own the car this belongs to. If you have a car without the tag, this might be it. The auction item # is 4555227020

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Last Post: Jun 8, 2005 7:01pm
by Jim Glover

Mike Linthicum

Happy Memorial Day and Thank You!

To all of you veterans both American and Canadian that served in the armed forces of both countries I would like to wish you a happy U.S. Memorial day and to say thank you for all the sacrifices you have given to make both countries free and safe. Job Well Done!

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Last Post: May 30, 2005 6:03am
by Mike Linthicum

Steve Large

W5 Motor on E-bay

Results of another Sunday e-bay surf has produced an item of interest to some club member. Up for auction is a 1920's Star/Durant W5 engine item # 7977039813 which is located in New Jersey. It has a low opening bid of $24 and has approx. 3 days left on bidding. Hop...

Views: 262 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 29, 2005 8:41am
by Steve Large

Glen Durant

Durant 619 maintenance

HELP! I got this beautiful old car and no maintenance documents at all. Can anyone scan me any info on 619 servicing?

Views: 279 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 28, 2005 7:01am
by Glen Durant

Glenn Guild

1925 data plate

I am looking for a data plate for my 1925 Star, or info regarding same. I have a 24 Star with a data plate and the star on it is a solid star without shading, is the 25 the same? The radiator ornaments are solid white on the 24 and shaded on the 25. Glenn

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Last Post: May 20, 2005 10:42pm
by Glenn Guild

Rick Botti

Pictures From East Coast Meet Posted

Pictures from the first meeting of the new East Coast Chaper have jsut arrived at: http://clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/durant/events/ECC/index.html Thanks to Gloria Wiersma who took them and Mike Linthicum who forward them to me. Rick

Views: 446 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 14, 2005 2:01pm
by Rick Botti

Arnold R. Brown

Car/Grill Badges Custom Made From Your Club's Logo

We make car/grill badges for clubs, from a copy of the club's logo. A car badge is a great way to dress up your car and show pride in your club membership at the same time. A custom made car badge can also be a significant source of income for your club. The c...

Views: 351 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 7, 2005 6:25am
by Arnold R. Brown

Wayne Farrand

'31 grill bars

Can somebody help me with advice. Would the vertical grill bars on a '31 model 619 be black or the body color (if other than black)? Seems like I've seen both, but would like to be right. Wayne Farrand

Views: 394 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 4, 2005 8:20pm
by Wayne Farrand

Mrs. John Harden

parts for sale, (and the car too!)

If you have time, we have posted pictures the car and of some Durant parts for sale on our new website: Backyardbikes.us Please contact us if we can be of assistance. We welcome all questions, comments and critiques! Thank you for your time.

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Last Post: Apr 28, 2005 10:06pm
by Mrs. John Harden

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