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Rick Botti

1928 Durant 4 Sale

There is a 1928 Durant model M-4 for sale on EBay right now. ebay # 251513521456 Rick

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Last Post: Apr 25, 2014 8:07am
by Rick Botti

Ross

ebay ad

Folks-Interesting ad on ebay in the "other makes" section of c0llector cars for sale. Might go unnoticed because it says 1927 Essex with Durant wire wheels. It is an Essex body sitting on what looks like pretty complete running gear for a Durant 6-14 6 wire wheel car...

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Last Post: Mar 22, 2014 8:22pm
by Ross

Steve Pugh

1927 Locomobile

Hi, First thing is that I have had no experience with Locomobile and know very little about them. I do have a couple of questions that I hope someone on this forum can help me with. There is a negative for sale on eBay of a 1927 Locomobile club sedan. You can...

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Last Post: Mar 10, 2014 1:13am
by Steve Pugh

Rick Botti

Updates

Upated the Events page, both east and west coast meet information is up-to-date. Added pictures of Jim McGettigan's 1925 Speedster to the Star photgraph page. Added pictures of Jim Pardubsky's 1929 Model 60 Sedan tothe Durant photgraph page. Rick

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Last Post: Mar 6, 2014 7:42pm
by Rick Botti

terry mcdonald

1926 Star

I am looking to sale my 1926 Star . I have the history of the car back to 1950 . It has been in the family since 42 .I do not know what it is worth . I need some help

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Last Post: Jan 21, 2014 10:58pm
by terry mcdonald

Mike Linthicum

Remember the DMAC Museum Fund in your last minute tax deductions!

Hello Everyone; For those of you in the United States looking for last minute tax deductions as we draw close to the end of the tax year please consider a donation to the DMAC Museum Fund. Those in the U.S. will be able to take the deduction to the Museum Fund s...

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Last Post: Dec 27, 2013 4:30am
by Mike Linthicum

Charles A. Spitz, AIA, NCARB

Happy Birthday Billy!

Today in December 8, 1861 William Crapo Durant was born. Happy Birthday to the founder of the automobiles that we drive. Charlie

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Last Post: Dec 8, 2013 7:06am
by Charles A. Spitz...

Rick Botti

Don't Access the Museum

For the time being please don't access the Durant Museum. I am in the process of cleaning the files posted there and this will take some time to complete. Rick

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Last Post: Dec 5, 2013 4:18pm
by Rick Botti

Ben

Durant Metal Signs

For anyone who wants a beautiful reproduction metal Durant Motors sign, Auto Trim Design in Ottawa, Ontario will make it in any size you like. An example of the original can be seen at http://www.durantcars.com/collectables/signs/F-30-0101-1.shtml Give them a cal...

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Last Post: Dec 3, 2013 8:23am
by Ben

Robert N Heath

DMAC registraions

This is a great and very interesting Car Club. I have been a member for only twelve months,but I have found the contacts with other Durant owners all over the world as nothing short of amazing.I love to read the Forum every week to see what is happening and catch up...

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Last Post: Nov 21, 2013 3:15am
by Robert N Heath

GARY KAUFFMAN

MESSAGE FOR GARY K.'S MODEL 60 PARTS PURCHASERS.....

IF YOU ARRANGED TO PURCHASE PARTS FROM ME FROM MY 60 COUPE OR STAR....SEND ME AN EMAIL WITH YOUR MAILING ADRESS AND TELL ME WHAT YOU WERE PROMISED ...I CANNOT FIND MY PRINTOUTS FROM YOU ALL THANX, GARY...FROGGYSROD@COMCAST.NET 610-279-3116 HOME

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Last Post: Oct 30, 2013 9:02pm
by GARY KAUFFMAN

Paul

Generator shaft

I'm trying to diagnose a noise at the front of the engine on my 15L. I pulled the radiator to gain access to the timing chain cover. I also removed the access cover for the generator shaft nut. I noticed that the shaft has a lot of end-play. Does anyone know the...

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Last Post: Oct 27, 2013 3:59pm
by Paul

GARY KAUFFMAN

still giving needed support

OKAY...TONIGHTS VOTE IS IN....EVERYONE ELSE ..ARE YOU DOING YOUR SHARE???...ONLY AA FEW NITES LEFT TO VOTE....GET TO IT !!!! REGARDS, gARY K

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Last Post: Oct 26, 2013 8:29pm
by GARY KAUFFMAN

Jack Connor

Wheel Rims for 25 Flint

I need 3 wheel rims with tabs to hold 6 bolts. They are 4 1/4" wide X 22" diameter. Tire size would be 6.20 X 20 if super baloon or 4.95 X 20 if desired. They are to fit my Flint project but were used on other Durant cars and other makes.

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Last Post: Oct 25, 2013 5:10pm
by Jack Connor

Paul

Crankshaft pulley removal

I am trying to remove the timing chain cover on my 1928 15L Continental. Not sure how to remove the lower (crankshaft) pulley. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Last Post: Oct 20, 2013 4:22pm
by Paul

Mac Irvine

Generator Parts

I am still looking for a spare drive end plate (Part GAL-1065) for a GAL-4105 or GAL-4107 generator. This plate is about 6 3/4" across at the widest and is stamped inside with GAL-65. I'm also looking for good armatures - GAL-2066 and GT-2006. I also have a ne...

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Last Post: Oct 12, 2013 11:45am
by Mac Irvine

Yates Milton

Durant or Star Bumper on eBay

Just saw a early to mid 20's bumper on eBay that may fit the 21-26 Durant and possibly Star. The Item # is 321205431157. Yates

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Last Post: Sep 18, 2013 10:45am
by Yates Milton

DAVE ENRICO

DEVAUX DASH

HELLO EVERYONE I NEED THE DASH PULLS CHOKE,THROTTLEE AND SPARK FOR MY 31 DEVAUX,ALSO NEED THE FREE WHEELING PULL FOR MY 32,MINE HAS BEEN CHANGED OVER THE YEARS ON BOTH CARS,ALSO WOULD BE INTRESTED IN ANY DEVAUX PARTS YOU MAY HAVE,THANKS DAVE

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2013 8:08am
by DAVE ENRICO

Don Gaskill

Water Pump

Has anyone machined out a water pump for a W5 motor and installed a rubber water pump seal? if so what is the seal #?????

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Last Post: Aug 1, 2013 9:17am
by Don Gaskill

Vince O'Brien

Whatsit manifold with carb

My Star came with a small parts horde. Some of the parts aren't for it. Here's a manifold with a broken carburetor attached. Can anyone identify it? The carburetor has a good lid over the float and could be used for parts. Anyone need anything? [/URL] [/UR...

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Last Post: Jul 26, 2013 8:23pm
by Vince O'Brien

Mike Hayman

Wiper Motor and stop light

Hi there, As a new Durant owner, could anyone tell me and or send me a photo of the type of wiper motor and stop light originally fitted to my 1929 D60 Tourer as they are missing on my car. Thanks Mike

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Last Post: Jul 1, 2013 1:13am
by Mike Hayman

Steve Large

Super Rare 1933 Frontenac C-600

I recently picked up a 1933 Frontenac C-600 2dr. Sedan the only known one to exist to date. I have taken the part I needed (glove box door) and have the remainder which consist of a full body from front firewall cowl to tail apron, spare tire mount, one wheel, one ro...

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Last Post: Jun 18, 2013 11:18am
by Steve Large

Gerald

My Durant Restoration Page

If you head over to http://gfeathe6.wix.com/durant-m2 ... I have posted pictures of many of the parts of my Durant m2. Though I still need a radiator and good advice on oil ... (have heard 15W40 Diesel Oil is a good bet) The plan is to start it this weekend with a l...

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Last Post: Jun 18, 2013 10:59am
by Gerald

DORTS & DORT PARTS! AUCTION JUNE 21, 2013 LIVE & ON LINE!

Live & Online Auction of Dort and Dort Parts Friday, June 21, 2013

We are holding an estate auction Friday and Saturday, June 21 & 22, in New London and West Burlington (Southeast), IOWA. Dorts and Dort Parts! Great stuff! Online bidding is available on many of the items. You can bid any time - live auction starts at 9:30 AM CS...

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Last Post: Jun 14, 2013 11:07am
by DORTS & DORT PAR...

GARY KAUFFMAN

PARTS FROM GARY'S PILE

DEAR FRIENDS, I AM TRYING TO GET TO THE PARTS YOU HAVE ASKED ABOUT...I HAVE ALL YOUR REQUESTS AND SHOULD BE ABLE TO ADVISE EVERYONE WHAT I HAVE ...I HAVE ALL YOUR LETTERS IN ONE PILE AND WILL RESPOND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE...THANX GARY K

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Last Post: May 27, 2013 9:44pm
by GARY KAUFFMAN

David L. Coppess

Steering gear box

Hi partners, I'm having trouble locating replacement bearings for my steering gear box. Thought I had found some but, nope. Mine are "nice #4834 bearings". Anyone know of a source or a replacement that fits? Any help would be appreciated. Dave

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Last Post: May 9, 2013 5:56am
by David L. Coppess

Jim Greenamyer

Star clutch

Hi all; I'm preparing to send a clutch disc from a '27 Star M to the shop to have new lining installed. Does anyone know the correct thinkness of the pad? Thanks, Jim G.

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Last Post: Apr 29, 2013 5:07pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Chris F. Lillibridge

1928 Durant D60 Sedan, found in covered garage FOR SALE

This car was found in our neighbor's garage. It has a complicated history, and at some point was the governor's car of Oklahoma, and it spent time in, and was titled in, South Dakota. It has not been running or driven since 2006. It is in unbelievable original cond...

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2013 3:08pm
by Chris F. Lillibr...

Jason Pfoutz

McPherson College Car Show Saturday May 4

I am currently a student at McPherson College, located in McPherson Kansas, where I am majoring in Automotive Restoration. This is the only school in the country where you can receive a Bachelors Degree in Automotive Restoration. On Saturday May 4th, there is a car...

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Last Post: Apr 19, 2013 1:20pm
by Jason Pfoutz

Vince O'Brien

Billy Durant and the Selden Patent

While reading about Henry Ford's fight against the Selden Patent, I came across the following that may be of interest. "But Ford was in for a surprise that tested his tenacity and determination. The Selden patent case finally came to trial on May 28, 1909, before...

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Last Post: Apr 14, 2013 6:56pm
by Vince O'Brien

Eugene Pantano

DORT 1923 FOR SALE

(Colorado Springs, Colorado) - This DORT was started by an old fella.. He began to fix it up..and bought all new materials..had it painted..GREEN & BLACK ..Wood spokes - running board. Looks beautiful..but needs finishing. I had a darn stroke..can't do it.. Is a beau...

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Last Post: Apr 9, 2013 7:39pm
by Eugene Pantano

Shawn

Newly Acquired 1924 Star Speedster

A few weeks back I acquired a highly modified 1924 Star speedster. I've had a few cars and this one will be a lot of fun I think. The previous owner/builder did an amazing job on the modifications and I'm looking forward to contributing to the group. Some...

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Last Post: Apr 8, 2013 4:47pm
by Shawn

Frank Witkowski

B-22 Tune up Information / Specifications

Hi All...... Anybody have a copy of the tune up specifications with timing information for the 6 cylinder B-22, Durant ?? Sure could use a copy. Thanks.....Frank ---

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Last Post: Apr 7, 2013 2:24pm
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Rice

Durant Partner

I would like to say I really enjoyed the article by Mike on how they judge and what the judges have to do to be judges.I also enjoyed the rest of the Partner as always well done.

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Last Post: Mar 29, 2013 1:26pm
by Mike Rice

Norman Oborne

Ignition switch information

I am currently restoring a 1921 Dort Touring car and I am setting up the ignition switch and I am a little lost. I was wondering if any one had any information on this switch because I have it apart right now and I have a pretty good idea of how it goes together but...

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Last Post: Mar 6, 2013 4:04pm
by Norman Oborne

Dave coppess

!927 Star Touring Cowl.

Does anyone out there have an extra 1927 Star touring or roadster cowl ? I've got a 1927 Star Sedans front end and a 1927 Star complete frame, engine etc. and very back part of a 1927 touring body. Would love to have a Touring car. Do have a 1926 Touring cowl but th...

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Last Post: Mar 4, 2013 8:23pm
by Dave coppess

Gordon F. Curl

1928 Durant for sale

Hi folks: I just got a message regarding a good looking Durant for sale. Check it out: http://www.autabuy.com/Vehicles/Details.cfm?VID=752152&Year=1928&Make=&Model= Gord

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Last Post: Mar 2, 2013 12:39pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Robert Hill

1923 Star touring 4 sale

1923 Star touring for in the For Sale and Wanted forum.

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Last Post: Mar 2, 2013 11:10am
by Robert Hill

Dennis W. nutter

What did you do with your Durant today?

Being a beautiful sunny day in Ind. with the temp. of 36 degrees I cleaned out by barn/garage to reinventory my parts for my Star speedster since Spring is near. I did find other objects that I "misplaced" and even managed to make a little more space. Never, and I me...

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Last Post: Feb 26, 2013 9:50am
by Dennis W. nutter

Bob Smith

old cars weekly article..Gold Star Day

Just a heads Up... The latest issue of Old Cars Weekly V42 #6, has an article about a widow looking for a new home for a number of nice looking Stars. The story is part of a readers series, p. 40-41. The widow lives in Roseville, CA. There are a number of solid w...

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Last Post: Feb 23, 2013 9:55am
by Bob Smith

Robert N Heath

A big thanks.

Thanks everyone for your help regarding Bulbs.Hope to get to one of your large meets in the future.

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Last Post: Feb 23, 2013 6:55am
by Robert N Heat...

Dan Pitney

For sale

I have a 1927 Dstar fully restored I would like to sell 12k

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Last Post: Feb 22, 2013 5:46am
by Dan Pitney

gary kauffman

re: star titles...

my title source tells me he has the following titles available.."for joy of collecting purposes only" of course hahaha.....1927 star conv. truck, 1930 rugby truck, expects to have following soon, 1923 star sedan, 1925 sport roadster and 1927 star sedan, and a 1922...

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Last Post: Feb 15, 2013 11:04am
by gary kauffman

Frank Witkowski

1929 LA Auto Show Fire

Hi All..... Just got my copy of the Horseless Carriage Gazette, there is a picture of the aftermath of the 1929 fire and shows some of the cars close up. Sure looks like the Durant display to me. The picture is captioned as showing a DeSoto ? Anybody else see...

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Last Post: Feb 12, 2013 9:24am
by Frank Witkowski

Jim Chocole

1971 Article on 1923 Star Touring Car

This is an article from a 1971 auto publication in which they do a Drive Report for a 1923 Star Touring Car. If folks haven't seen it- it is interesting. Thanks and enjoy! Jim Chochole

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Last Post: Feb 11, 2013 8:12am
by Jim Chocole

Mike Linthicum

Photographs of your cars.

We have had a number of new cars join our family over the last couple years that we do not have pictures of in our photograph section. Let's get out there and snap a couple of photographs and send them to Rick Botti. Doesn't matter what condition they are, restored o...

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Last Post: Jan 29, 2013 5:39am
by Mike Linthicum

Jim Chocole

Ideas for Exhaust Connection?

I have a '24 Roadster and don't have an idea what this connection should be like? I have a 1 34" ID on exhaust manifold and exhaust pipe is about 1 11/16" - what makes the two fit together? Anyone have a press-fit set? Plus both have holes running crosswise throu...

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Last Post: Jan 12, 2013 7:26pm
by Jim Chocole

Mike Linthicum

A Few Hours Left!

Hello fellow Durantonians: We only have a few hours left of the 2012 year here in the United States to write a check or get a Money Order to be postmarked by the close of the Post Office today to contribute a tax deductible gift to the DMAC Museum Fund. Why n...

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Last Post: Dec 31, 2012 8:02am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken and Dorothy Brink

Phone Scamer?

I today received a phone call in-regards to ordering the Magazine,s Car and Drive as well as Hot Rod. This person that called I had mentioned that I had never order such. His statement was that I did and he was going to bill our master card. Thing is that he could n...

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Last Post: Dec 28, 2012 2:39pm
by Ken and Dorothy ...

Chuck FAULKNER

Happy Christmas

Happy Christmas to all from sunny California. I hope all have wonderful Christmas and remember the reason for the season to honor the Birth of Christ the Son of the Living God!

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Last Post: Dec 25, 2012 12:35am
by Chuck FAULKNER

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