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GARY KAUFFMAN

pics of 1930 6-14 coach for sale

I JUST REALIZED THAT THE COACH HAS 4 PICS ON THE "PHOTOGRAH" SECTION OF OUR CARS...IF ANY ONE IS INTERESTED...ASKING $4200 AFTER I REPAIR THE 3 FLAT TIRES WITH 2 NEW TIRES AND 3 NEW TUBES AND FLAPS. IT IS UNBEILIEVABLY STRAIGHT BODY METAL AS U CAN SEE...WOOD SEEMS SO...

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Last Post: Jun 12, 2011 8:04pm
by GARY KAUFFMAN

Kerry Lewis

Wiper motor

Does anyone know what vacuum wiper motor # or replaceable subsitute for 1926 Star 4? Thanks for any suggestions.

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Last Post: May 14, 2011 7:45am
by Kerry Lewis

Adam Hipple

619 Durant____For Sale/Trade

Hello Everyone, I've been the proud owner of this 619 durant Vin#1010 for about 4 years now but am coming to the realization that it probably needs to be in someone elses hands. I'm into chopping and sectioning old 30's cars and building traditional 50's era style...

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Last Post: Apr 25, 2011 7:37pm
by Adam Hipple

Rory & Stephanie Deaton

Holiday

Happy Easter

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Last Post: Apr 24, 2011 7:13pm
by Rory & Stephanie...

Chris Bamford

Hobnobbing with the STARs in Texarkana

My friend Jerry and I are on an extended road trip through the US in my old Dodge, and we spent a pleasant day in Texarkana earlier this week. Met Don Skilling and Butch James, had a look at their '27 Coupe projects, got some much-needed items for my friend's '24 F T...

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Last Post: Apr 15, 2011 7:52am
by Chris Bamford

Mike Rice

rear fenders

I'm going to be replacing my rear fenders on my 26 Star coupster. My old fenders are in ok shape need work. would be a nice pair for someone in need of a set.would like too get 100.00 dollars for the pair if anyone interested they are still on the car at this point.c...

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Last Post: Apr 14, 2011 1:26pm
by Mike Rice

Jack Malpass

Garage Clean-out

I have 4 dish wheels, rims & tires off my 1923 Durant. The tires hold air but are dryrotted. The removable split rims have been tack welded to the dish wheel. I think the welds could be cut to go back to original, but not sure. 2 wheels have no center hub & 2 wheels...

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Last Post: Apr 8, 2011 4:35pm
by Jack Malpass

GARY KAUFFMAN

durant 1930 ? 6-14 coach for sale

hello men, i am going to see a 1930 coach next weekend...i will get pictures...is anyone looking for a solid durant?....it might be worth wthe $3600 he is asking...i will lt you know after i see it...the coach is the blind quarter windowed four door sedan..this one...

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Last Post: Apr 3, 2011 7:49pm
by GARY KAUFFMAN

Rick Botti

Durants for Sale

Aside from that young man in Texarakana, AR, Durants and Stars are coming on the market. There are two projects on Ebay and one restored at hemmings.com. The hemmings car is a 1929 model 60 Coach the url is below. http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsforsale/d...

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Last Post: Apr 1, 2011 9:29pm
by Rick Botti

Chris Bamford

'24 Star F, question about pistons

Hello all I have the oil pan off my friend's Star touring to check bearing clearances and look for any future trouble spots. The engine has aluminum pistons, and I suspect they are replacements although our period literature does not specify the original piston ma...

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Last Post: Mar 20, 2011 7:13am
by Chris Bamford

Mike Linthicum

DMAC is now a recognized IRS 501(c)(3) organization

Just wanted to post and let everyone know that for our U.S. members the DMAC is now a recognized 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization with the United States Internal Revenue Service. This means that U.S. Members may now donate money, historic items, cars etc to the DMAC...

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Last Post: Mar 17, 2011 12:24pm
by Mike Linthicum

ricardo

1st. Latin America Durant product owners meet

What a nice Sunday we had meeting with Rugby and Durant owners. Thanks to Walter that hosted the meeting receiving in his house proud owners and cars. More information and pictures will be sent to Durant Partner. Ricardo

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Last Post: Mar 15, 2011 2:10pm
by ricardo

John Willoughby

DeVaux For Sale

I recently heard of a 1932 DeVaux coupe w/rumble seat that is for sale. It's located in the middle of California; it's in pieces, but complete. If you're interested, or know of someone who might be, contact me and we'll start working on it.

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Last Post: Mar 12, 2011 2:32pm
by John Willoughby

Kelli Ford

Help Durant Park in Lansing, Mich. host a Durant Motors car show!

Good afternoon, My name is Kelli Ford and I am an intern working with the Friends of Durant Park in Lansing, Mich. Our group is dedicated to increasing usage and visibility of Durant Park within the Lansing community. Durant Park has very historical roots connecte...

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Last Post: Mar 8, 2011 10:51am
by Kelli Ford

Bob Smith

Skinned Knuckles

Hello All Just a heads up. Skinned Knuckles started "The Club Corner" with the latest March issue. In this first edition of the column, the Durant Club is the featured club. Our upcoming 14th Annual Meet, Sept. 14th-18th in Vancouver BC is mentioned. Not...

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Last Post: Feb 27, 2011 2:42pm
by Bob Smith

Bill Hoaglan

Star Parts

I spoke with a Delvin Weldim about what he thought were early Durant parts, as it turned out they are a Star which had been possiably used as a buzz saw...Anyway the engine is a W5-40774, so there is the W-5 engine, the cowl, the Radiator which he said looked good ho...

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Last Post: Feb 26, 2011 8:19am
by Bill Hoaglan

Don Gaskill

seal in water pump

Has anyone used a rubber seal as a replacement in their water pump? if so need part #

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Last Post: Feb 22, 2011 8:56pm
by Don Gaskill

Dave Webster

engine valve timing 1924 Flint H 40

How is the crankshaft gear marked for timing the valves on a Continental 6W engine? We see the cam gear mark but don't see a mark on the crank gear. How many links between marks if we do find both of them Thank You

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Last Post: Feb 22, 2011 4:18pm
by Dave Webster

Lance Chabot

Mixed FLINT parts available

All, Hi I'm cleaning house, and have some FLINT parts; Transmission, Hubcaps, Manuals, magazine, Ads, misc. Interior, and maybe some other FLINT chassis, fuel, exhaust, etc. parts. Lots of loose stuff, (Door handles, Screws & Bolts, etc. etc.). These were mixed in...

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Last Post: Feb 16, 2011 7:22pm
by Lance Chabot

Vince O'Brien

Starting Issue

My Star has a W-4 engine with one of Frank's Zenith carbs. I have to both fully retard and choke it to get it to start even when it is hot. I then have to quickly advance the spark or it dies. If the engine is hot, I have to stop choking as well. Any suggestions?

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Last Post: Feb 10, 2011 10:12pm
by Vince O'Brien

Norm Toone

621 / 622

Now there you go this place has parts for the 621 and 622. Just need to find such cars if they were even built or just an idea. 1932 DURANT Model 6-21 & 6-22 71hp 199-6cyl 109wb ELECTRICAL - Distributors, Ignition, Plugs, Wires, Tune-up http://www.hagensa...

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Last Post: Feb 3, 2011 5:39am
by Norm Toone

Paul Arculus

Founding of Durant Motors

I am writing a book on W.C Durant's son-in-law Dr Edwin Campbell who was one of the incorporators of the Chevrolet Motor Company. He was Durant's executive assistant from 1906 until his (Campbell's) death in 1929. I am trying to find out how much help he gave Durant...

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Last Post: Feb 2, 2011 12:51pm
by Paul Arculus

Norm Toone

Durant historians

You might be interested in a page and a half about Willian C Durant's history in http://news.google.ca/archivesearch/advanced_search Just put in the year or years you wish to look at and Durant, or Star, etc and Citizen or Ottawa Citizen. (no charge to look at thi...

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Last Post: Jan 30, 2011 11:22am
by Norm Toone

Smolders

Durant for sale

Want to sell a Durant Roadster G60 from 1929. Any interest?

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Last Post: Jan 30, 2011 10:21am
by Smolders

Bryan pique

1928 complete engine for sale 4cyl

I HAVE A 1928 COMPLETE RUNNING (LESS CARBURATOR) STAR 4CYL ENGINE. HAS THE CLUTCH/flywheel,GENERATOR,DISTRIBUTOR STILL ATTACHED. STARTER WORKS GOOD. date coded: 1/22/28 block numbers: W5A 808 AB? M 22 L E TAG: W5-553002 THANKS BRYAN

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Last Post: Jan 20, 2011 8:58pm
by Bryan pique

Rick

Saw this 1923 Durant for sale on craigslist

I saw this 1923 Durant for sale on craigslist for the San Francisco area. I don't know the car or the seller, but tought someone may find it helpful. Yes, it's overpriced and not truely restored, but it's a pretty Durant anyway. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby...

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Last Post: Jan 14, 2011 10:05pm
by Rick

GARY KAUFFMAN

our appreciation

DEAR FRIENDS, My daughter Jennifer, son Nathan and I wish to thank everyone for the continued outpouring of cards and calls expressing sympathy over the loss of our dear Marcia. It certainly does help to get us through those sad times ....by reminding us of all the...

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Last Post: Jan 12, 2011 7:51pm
by GARY KAUFFMAN

brian boys

star engine

i have 26 27 star engine for sale runs well and totally complete 1100$ 14l small bore

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Last Post: Jan 12, 2011 9:54am
by brian boys

Bob Smith

Membership drive...Skinned Knuckles

Just a FYI Anyone receiving the January issue of Skinned Knuckles will noticed an ad from the DMAC announcing itself and looking for members. At this time the ad will run for 12 months. The artwork will rotate monthly (thanks to Carol). That said, the best sour...

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Last Post: Jan 2, 2011 11:55am
by Bob Smith

Phillip Butterfield

anyone in the club have a Star model C roadster 1923-1924 serial #126613 ?

I have some history on your car that you may like ... -Phillip

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Last Post: Dec 22, 2010 4:53pm
by Phillip Butterfi...

Ed Vomero

Holiday Wishes

Happy holidays to all and the best of health for the new year and beyond.

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Last Post: Dec 21, 2010 10:27am
by Ed Vomero

tom edmonds

durant motor

need the gear for cam and crank for a durant overhead valve motor date stamped on block is 3-8-24

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Last Post: Dec 19, 2010 2:24am
by tom edmonds

Bruce Hargin

W5 Engine

Hello fellow Durantonians, I just picked up a W5 engine out of a 1928 or 29 Durant. This engine does not look to bad and can be turned over by hand at the flywheel. The starter and generator are on the engine but I looted the distributor mount of of it. Would like to...

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Last Post: Dec 13, 2010 3:29pm
by Bruce Hargin

DAN

1924 Star Touring model

seattle craigslist > snohomish co > for sale / wanted > cars & trucks - by owner please flag with care: miscategorized prohibited spam/overpost best of craigslist Avoid scams and fraud by dealing locally! Beware any deal involving West...

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Last Post: Dec 1, 2010 7:15pm
by DAN

Norm Toone

Rugby truck for sale

Heads up on a call I got from a neighbour about a Rugby truck for sale in Old Auto's, plus a pile of other none D Motors cars. Old Auto's has a 29 Rugby truck at Carleton Place for sale for $3500. Phone number 257-5587 email mmashton@yahoo.ca . He rattled off a pil...

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Last Post: Dec 1, 2010 11:10am
by Norm Toone

S. Blomquist

Bendix 3 shoe brake lining material

I am working on the brakes on a Durant D75 and need to replace the riveted linings. They are the Bendix 12 inch diameter, 3 shoe mechanical type with linings that measure about 3/16 in thickness by 1-3/4 wide. Does anyone know what type material should be used to ma...

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Last Post: Nov 16, 2010 8:01am
by S. Blomquist

Ken McCormick

Parts to sell

I have a lot of extra parts here that I do not need and am ready to sell to anyone that needs them. These are from a 30 durant Model 614. I have a set of 4 rims. 6 cyl motor with all the attachments( gen, starter, etc), 2 drive shafts, a set of springs,quite a few br...

Views: 302 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 15, 2010 10:45am
by Ken McCormick

Jack Connor

2011 Annual Meet in Vancouver, BC

Yes Franz, I too have looked often but not responded. Vancouver is quite warm in Sept, I believe. Mary said early or even late Sept is fine with me. I'm usually busy in Aug but would be willing to think about adding an Alaska cruise in Sept if I can save some money...

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Last Post: Nov 9, 2010 3:11pm
by Jack Connor

Norm Toone

Old Auto mag Parts wanted 30 Durant

Looking in the current Old Auto's I caught an wanted ad> Someone is looking for 1930 Durant bumpers (complete) front and back (must be sedan with rear spare tire as he says left and right bumper bars), rad cap (aren't we all), all outside door handles, tail light cov...

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Last Post: Nov 9, 2010 4:42am
by Norm Toone

Norm Toone

Tires / tubes / rims

Looking around I caught this site, for those Ontarian's not wanting to deal with Simco Tires and costs. I notice its Canada only. I have no idea of their prices but see they have split rims, tires , tubes, rim jacks ,valve stem covers, etc. Looks like a fairly n...

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Last Post: Nov 7, 2010 4:53am
by Norm Toone

Phil Peters

2011 Meet

Hi Franz, Labor Day in the US is also on the 5th of September. Any time after that would be good as school would be back in session. Looking forward to coming North. Regards, Phil

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Last Post: Nov 4, 2010 7:28pm
by Phil Peters

Bill Donnelly

durant 4 cylinder engine

hi fellow car guys ,I just listed a durant engine on ebay,thought I should give you guys a 'heads up'thanks Bill Donnelly.ebay # is180580805646.

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Last Post: Oct 29, 2010 4:03pm
by Bill Donnelly

Ken McCormick

Parts for sale- And I am going to portland area this (leaving this weekend)

I have a lot of parts for sale and will be going to the portland area( vancouver wash) this coming week. Expect to be there Mon evening or early tuesday. If anyone needs anything contact me quickly to save shipping costs. I leave Sat Morning oct 30. Have a 6 cyl moto...

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Last Post: Oct 29, 2010 9:18am
by Ken McCormick

Norm Toone

Axle shafts Durant, DeVaux, Star

Rick who just bought the 1919 Dort sent me this site he just found, if anyone needs an axle shaft. http://www.vapinc.com/Axles_Driveshafts/main.html Not quite correct about Star axles 23 - 30 when last Star was 28. I see he has axles for a 621 and 622 Duran...

Views: 265 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 20, 2010 1:36pm
by Norm Toone

Norm Toone

Durant for sale

Just back once again for the season and had this from my Kijiji ad for parts / info on the 32. Haven't received a reply back from the sender telling me any info as to year etc. "Call my buddy rob 905 728TIRE in oshawa he has durant for sale"

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Last Post: Sep 24, 2010 4:11am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Star Motor Trans etc For Sale Otego New York

Hi All...... Talked to a fellow this evening who has the remains of a Star 4 cylinder power unit. Fairly complete, missing radiator. Has cowl and front axle motor accessories. Wants it to go to a good home with a club member. Priced at less than scrap value a...

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Last Post: Sep 21, 2010 4:52pm
by Frank Witkowski

Graham Batty

Bendix brakes

The BENDIX front brakes on my 1929 Durant RUGBY are adjusted by means of a 'wormscrew' and locknut. One of these has sheared and I am having difficulty locating a spare here in the UK. Anyone know where I can get one either here or in the USA?

Views: 274 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 20, 2010 6:47am
by Graham Batty

Rick Botti

Durants in Canada

Below are two links to three articles regarding Durants built in Canada. I learned that Durant was the number three car maker there, pretty impressive. Rick Durants in Canada Part 1 Durants in Canada Part 2 & 3 Scroll down the page

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Last Post: Sep 18, 2010 10:30am
by Rick Botti

Lance Haynes

Get Well Card

Wow I got a nice get well card in the mail full of medicine for me from all the attendees of the Lancaster Pennsylvania Natl meet. When one has been knocked down this badly with cancer not sure one understands how meaningful a nice big get well card with all your s...

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Last Post: Sep 17, 2010 9:16pm
by Lance Haynes

Mike Linthicum

Devaux for sale on Ebay

There is a good looking Devaux for sale on ebay in Washington State. Looks fairly complete and don't want this to go the hot rod route. Check it out.

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Last Post: Sep 14, 2010 5:57am
by Mike Linthicum

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