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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

Mike Linthicum

Year end donations to the DMAC Museum Fund

With just over a week away from the end of 2012 and that end of the tax year for all us in the United States, please take a moment to remember the DMAC Museum effort in your charitable giving. Any monetary amount will be excepted and as long as it is postmarked befor...

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Last Post: Dec 23, 2012 2:52pm
by Mike Linthicum

J&W Garage

Durant Statue in Flint

Here are some links to articles about the Durant statue that they plan to place in downtown Flint. They have a Louis Chevrolet statue in that area already. http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/flint/index.ssf/2012/11/back_to_the_bricks_announces_d.html http://ww...

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Last Post: Dec 18, 2012 1:33pm
by J&W Garage

Mike Linthicum

Museum collection effort

Hi everyone! This year when you send in your dues to Bob, why not add a little more $5, $10 to the check marked for the museum fund. Anything over the normal membership fee could possibly be a tax deductible amount for the members in the U.S. and for the others out...

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Last Post: Dec 11, 2012 7:18am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Military museum in Auburn Indiana

Some years ago when we had our National meet in Auburn many of us toured the Military Museum there. I just saw posted on Hemmings that much of the collection has been auctioned off and is going to private collectors. Glad we got to see it when we did.

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Last Post: Dec 11, 2012 7:12am
by Mike Linthicum

Robert N Heath

Export of Durant Cars to Australia

Can anyone confirm what Date the first Durant Rugby's arrived in Australia. I do know that the first sales commenced in July 1923.

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Last Post: Nov 10, 2012 9:45pm
by Robert N Heat...

gary k

see u at hershey?....maybe

hello... if i make it to hershey i will be at the booth space of HULLCO restorations with Doug Hull...thursday if i can make it...ask for me there...gary kauffman it is listed in the vendor book.....

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Last Post: Oct 8, 2012 8:27pm
by gary k

DAVE ENRICO

wire wheels

hello everyone has anybody rebuilt there own wire wheels,on my 31 devaux it has 19 inch i believe there called riveted spoke wheels no adjustments that i can see,one of my wheels needs some spokes replaced but i was wondering about tightening existing spokes and tru...

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Last Post: Sep 24, 2012 10:48am
by DAVE ENRICO

Brian D.

Helping a fellow out...

It's not often you find someone who is will go out of their way to help you out. I had the pleasure of meeting Ken McCormick this morning on his way from Kelowna B.C. to the meet in Michigan. I purchase a set of wheels in Sicamous B.C. and made arrangements with Ke...

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Last Post: Sep 9, 2012 10:45am
by Brian D.

Rick Botti

Posting Pictures is a littler Easier now

Recently I asked the folks at Bravenet the company that hosts our forum to make a change to the way code is entered into a post when you want to display pictures. Today they completed work that will remove some of the effort needed to display pictures in our posts...

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Last Post: Aug 31, 2012 11:08am
by Rick Botti

gary k

considering sale of model 60 1929 wire wheel coupe

please read my item in parts wanted/sale

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Last Post: Aug 27, 2012 5:47pm
by gary k

Don Gaskill

Dist gear set

"HELP" I need a set of gears for my '29 M4 distbutor and gen it is a W5 4cly. motor would like NOS if i can get them. Come boys dig in the garage and help me out.

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Last Post: Aug 26, 2012 8:09pm
by Don Gaskill

Ken McCormick

Differential

Has anyone got some info on removing the crown gear from the diff? Would really appreciate seeing a picture with instructions on how to do this. I cant seem to get it apart enough to get it out of the case -And cant get the diff apart far enough to get at it well....

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Last Post: Aug 18, 2012 9:10am
by Ken McCormick

Rick Botti

Model 612 Coupe Restoration

Yesterday I took some photographs of a Durant undergoing restoration owned by Frank Lersch of Hayward, California. The car has an interesting story behind it and is currently undergoing restoration. The car is and will continue to be a driver, not trailer queen. It h...

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Last Post: Aug 12, 2012 4:21pm
by Rick Botti

Curtis Bartell

wheel

Does anyone know of a Durant car that had a 20" Hayes split demountable rim, with four attached lug ears? 21" outside to outside. 20" bead seat to bead seat. Thanks Curt

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Last Post: Jul 31, 2012 8:58am
by Curtis Bartell

mike Linthicum

Velocity channel Carfellos

Came across an amusing television show on the Velocity channel on Direct TV. It was called Carfello's about three guys that own a New York used car lot. Seems the owner went to jail for racketeering and is now out and his friends own this car lot. Anyway was watching...

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Last Post: Jul 20, 2012 6:28am
by mike Linthicum

mike Linthicum

Photographs of your cars.

It's time all you new members to send in photographs of your cars for us to see. Doesn't matter if they are a project car, on the trailer, behind the house, next to the tree or wherever and in whatever state of restoration. Take a good picture and send it to Rick so...

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Last Post: Jul 13, 2012 2:22pm
by mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

putting it back together again

Got it all checked out. seems okay-- Now putting it back together AGAIN. Got the motor back in and some of the parts attached . Had to quit for a while-- Drink time lol. Should have it done in a day or two--Other than going away for the weekend . These trips kee...

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Last Post: Jun 29, 2012 5:05pm
by Ken McCormick

Frank Witkowski

Stars At Norm Miller Auction July 22

Hi All..... Here is a link to the listing for the estate auction. Lots of interesting items! Some one need a "road trip"? Frank --- http://www.stenzelauction.com/7-22-12.html

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Last Post: Jun 28, 2012 10:55am
by Frank Witkowski

gary k

TIRES

Re: Tires AHHHH, THE WOUNDED BRAIN RECOVERS.... LUCAS TIRE CO. 2850 TEMPLE AVE...LONG BEACH CALIF.90806 1-800-952 4333 OR 2141 WEST MAIN STREET, SPRINGFIELD OHIO 45504..1-800-735-0166 OR WWW.LUCASCLASSICTIRES.COM 4.75-500 X 19..LUCAS BRAND....OLYMPIC TR...

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Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 8:34pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Ebay Star Horn

Heads up, a Star horn is listed on Ebay # 251080370085 May be worth looking into.

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Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 4:20pm
by Don Shilling

Graham Batty

Prop shaft universal joint covers

Hi all. Both of the grease/oil covers at each end of the Spicer prop shaft are damaged. Does anyone know where I can purchase a new set? Preferably in the UK but anywhere will do!!!

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Last Post: May 17, 2012 8:12am
by Graham Batty

don cantrell

need parts

I have a 1926 Star Coupster that I am restoring. I need the interior door handle escutcheons for it. Does anyone know of where I might get a pair? Thanks, Don

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Last Post: May 15, 2012 3:22pm
by don cantrell

Dave Schulte

Autopar Tires

I realize this isnt Durant related.......A friend of mine is a Mopar collector and is looking for some Autopar Mopar tires. Do any of you Canadian members have any in you stash? Any size, white letters a plus, for display only. Thanks, Dave

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Last Post: May 12, 2012 9:38am
by Dave Schulte

Dan Cotney

Parts

I have a Star grease cap/hub cap in good condition - the one with a Star, anyone need one?

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Last Post: May 5, 2012 6:28am
by Dan Cotney

Jack Connor

How did tire discussion get to Tim Hortons donuts.

Please be assured that I would never drop a Tim Bit let alone a real Timmies donut. THUS !!! The Tim Hortons that do live in the US are not my fault but are my pleasure to attend.

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Last Post: May 3, 2012 12:22pm
by Jack Connor

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