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Kelly Monse

1927 Star value?

My father is selling his 27 Star model R Super Six convertible due to his health. He has asked for my help in coming up with an estimated value. Runs great, 99% original, 3/5 body condition. What should he ask for it?

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2016 6:15pm
by Don Shilling

Dave Schulte

Phil Donohough

Anyone have an email address for Phil? Thanks, Dave

Views: 367 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 16, 2016 10:01am
by Dave Schulte

Jim Cooke

Lower fan belt pulley

Can anyone tell me if the lower fan belt pulley is just pressed on? I can't see that the drive shaft is threaded for a retainer bolt and I find it hard to believe that it is held on by friction. The manual doesn't explain it very well. Help would be appreciated. Jim

Views: 298 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 16, 2016 5:27am
by Jim

Brian Johnson

That first time feeling

https://goo.gl/photos/4rFpWqTxU35iWPdK8 There is nothing quite like that first time you hear her run or take her out for her first drive! After spending the last 8 years in a dark storage unit I rescued her and brought her across the state to her new home. Th...

Views: 419 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 7, 2016 1:18pm
by Brian Johnson

Ken McCormick( better known as -Yukon jack)

Need a carburator Or a repair substance)

After all this time I finally tried to get it running and find a gas leak ****ed Carburetor seems to have a small crack in it and gas -of course -is leaking out .I cant see any way to repair it but maybe a sealing compound -If I can find one-- might make it work...

Views: 375 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 2, 2016 8:48am
by Bill Hoaglan

Rory Deaton

Restoration

OK Its been long enough. No shop - No time. I'm starting to think I need someone else to do my restoration. The car is in pretty good shape, Needs a new top, Interior is good, but has not been started in 40 years.The body is in good shape. Anybody know a good restor...

Views: 326 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 1, 2016 1:56pm
by Mike Linthicum

Gary Yelle

DeVaux owner..Peking to Paris

A club member (DeVaux owner from Lebanon) is now running the Peking to Paris race. Well, not in his DeVaux but I had to post this anyway. He is #61 and in a 64 Porsche 356A (or is it a B? It has been 50 years since I drove one.) The web site is www2.endurorally.com...

Views: 328 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 31, 2016 8:00pm
by Gary Yelle

Rick Botti

1930 Rugby Truck

Below is a link to a Mecum Auction held in Houston, TX during April of 2015 of a beautifully restored 1930 Rugby Truck. Any idea id the new owner ever joined the DMAC?? Rick https://www.mecum.com/lots/HA0415-208803/

Views: 288 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 30, 2016 12:28pm
by Norm Toone

Yates Milton

Spark Plugs

My 24 Flint uses Spark plug AC78RT. Anyone know what the RT stands for and can I use an AC78?? Does anyone know what is interchangeable with the AC78? Need 6. Yates

Views: 301 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 25, 2016 8:17am
by mike

Vincent OBrien

When you need an extra hand...

I was advised by a wise restorer that the best way to determine if the number 1 piston was on the compression stroke was to remove the plug, put your thumb over the hole and turn the crank until you felt the pressure. This works well if there are two of you. One to...

Views: 268 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 24, 2016 10:32am
by Ross Hoevet

Don Shilling

Knockdown, Dragout, and Whupup on Windstream!!

For all my friends out there, I just kicked Windstream out of my life for trying to scam me on a bundle con. My old phone number (903-793-8304) is no longer valid. I will be using my ATT cell number for all occasions (903-277-7190). Please up date your phone lists.

Views: 300 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 20, 2016 12:26pm
by Don Atkinson

Kurt Hostetter

Auto-Lite Distributor Information

Hello, I am rebuilding a Auto-Lite distributor model number IGB-4010A, 4 cylinder. Does anyone have a timing advance curve for this distributor? Thank you, Kurt

Views: 794 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 17, 2016 8:22am
by Gordon F. Curl

Ken Hoshowski

Installing headlight glass and rings

After 5 years of restoration, installing my headlights is the last major project. My project was bought in pieces so I do not have the luxury of having taken it apart. I also received parts from a parts car (1928) so often had trouble in knowing which belonged to t...

Views: 329 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 12, 2016 5:11pm
by Ken Hoshowski

Nestor

Radiator Cap

I have a Rugby 1928 and am looking for a photograph or original design of the radiator cap. Anyone have this information. Thanks

Views: 2795 Replies: 21

Last Post: Jul 11, 2016 2:00pm
by Geoff Cotton

Bill Hoge

Brass bushing vs steel

I need to replace the steel bushings on the leaf springs of my 1925 Star F. The Filling Station has brass bushings of the correct I.D that can be modified to fit the springs. Any opinion out there as to stick with the plain swRHsteel tube bushing or switch to the b...

Views: 295 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 7, 2016 7:22pm
by Bill Hoge

Vincent OBrien

Parade cars

Was anyone else in a parade today? Here's me at a local parade. [/URL]

Views: 360 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 6, 2016 7:11pm
by Art LLoyd

Yates Milton

Warped Split Rim

My 24 Flint uses a split rim and I have one that when layed flat has about a 3/8' warp on the end. Why can't I use it as it appears to me when you tighten the bolts on the wheel it would eliminate the warp. The later models had 4 lugs whereas mine has 5 which should...

Views: 271 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 3, 2016 8:17am
by Yates Milton

Yates Milton

Have a Great July 4th

Hi All, Truly hope all of you have a great July 4th. For us in the USA please remember all of those who made sacrifices for us to keep our independence. Some time we have a tendency to forget what we have to do to keep us free. Yates

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Last Post: Jul 2, 2016 8:59am
by Yates Milton

Duncan Smeaton

De-rusting leaf springs

Hi I have use the molasses water mix very successfully to de-rust parts of my Durant (Rugby) 4 door sedan. I have also had other parts sandblasted. My question: Can I de-rust my leaf springs (still assembled and I want to leave them that way) in molasses? I do...

Views: 330 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 1, 2016 7:30am
by Jim Cooke

Mike Linthicum

Happy O"Canada Independance Day and Happy 4th of July, U.S. Independance Day!

Hello fellow Durantonians! I wanted to wish all our Canadian members happy Independence day on July 1st as well as Happy and safe 4th of July, our Independence Day for everyone in th e U.S. Our countries not only share a border, but history too, both breaking off...

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Last Post: Jun 30, 2016 6:42am
by Mike Linthicum

Don Atkinson

Plan now for DMAC Fall meet in Orillia, Ontario, Canada

We sure hope you can attend the annual fall meet, September 7-11. Since it's in Canada, you need to take time now to blow the dust off your passport or US passport card (for land travel), and make sure the document will still be valid for entry for these dates. T...

Views: 581 Replies: 11

Last Post: Jun 28, 2016 4:42pm
by Don Atkinson

Dave Webster

proper radiator clamps

What is the correct radiator hose clamp for a 1929 Durant D63? The best I can tell from some pictures is the double wire type with a slotted screw. The last car show people didn't like my worm drive industrial clamps I stole from work. Thank You

Views: 262 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 28, 2016 9:26am
by Ross Hoevet

cdmn

Star radiator ornament mystery

I keep a few things in the loft of my barn. One was a Star radiator shell. Today I took a look and the ornament was gone. I thought, "Oh boy, someone's been prowling in here." Then I saw the ornament laying right below. My question is, do these things pop off b...

Views: 281 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 23, 2016 7:29pm
by cdmn

Gordon F. Curl

DURANT/HERITAGE 35 GATHERING

While you are making your plans for the summer, don't forget our Annual Durant Gathering here in Ontario. This will be the 21st annual gathering that we have held, starting in 1996 when the Great Race ended up in Toronto and we invited all the Durant/Frontenac/Star...

Views: 278 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 23, 2016 5:04pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Creighton Smith

1926? Durant Sedan help.

Hello all, Looking at one that came out of Canada. Can't find a data plate and only number seller has is W5517030. Does not seem to match the chart. Interior wood and fabric is in bad shape. Are patterns available? Thanks! Photos here: https://spokane.craigs...

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Last Post: Jun 22, 2016 4:56am
by Norm Toone

Art LLoyd

Door handles

I'm looking for three or four interior door handles for my 1930 sedan. (908)-687-2088

Views: 312 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 16, 2016 5:27am
by Frank Witkowski

Rick Botti

Old Gas Staton with Durant

While cruising the old internet I cam across this photograph of a gas station with a 1928 or 29 Durant Coupe in the background. I've seen it o couple of times in the past, but got a copy this time. Rick

Views: 261 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 11, 2016 1:33pm
by Norm Toone

Gary Yelle

Another DeVaux needs completion:

A young man in California sent me a e-mail last week on having to sell his "work in progress) My connection to this car goes back to 2001 when my wife and I were in Southern California. On my old registry I had a 31 Custom Sedan listed just a few miles East of Di...

Views: 282 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 6, 2016 1:12pm
by Gary Yelle

Lance Haynes

Howard, Myrons 32 De Vaux roadster in Hemmings Classic Car June 2016 Mag

Hi. Nice pictures of Howard & Myrons 32 De Vaux roadster ( calleed a convertible coupe!!!! in the just out June 2016 Classic Car magazine magazine used to be SIA before Hemmings bought it and ruined it putting way too many modern cars on the cover and inside. An...

Views: 317 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 6, 2016 12:49pm
by Gary Yelle

frank witkowski

1923 Stra AACA Grand National Winner

Congratulations to ED Vomero. His 1923 Star touring won first place at the AACA Grand National today in Williamsport. A very highly deserved award for ED. He put a lot of effort into achieving this award. Frank ---

Views: 259 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 6, 2016 6:12am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

DMAC East Coast Spring/Summer Meet, Bowling Green, Kentucky June 9-12, 2016

OK, I've locked in the hotel and working on the tours now. We will meet June 9th through June 12th 2016. Below is the information on the hotel and how to book it. We have the Hilton Garden Inn in Bowling Green for $109.00 per night not including tax and we will have...

Views: 677 Replies: 18

Last Post: Jun 3, 2016 6:20pm
by frank witkowski

Frank Witkowski

Durant "book ends"

Hi All..... A while back Norm suggested Cathy & I needed "book ends for our collection of Durant related products. So......I can blame Norm for the latest acquisition. We now have the Durant-Dort carriage and a Model 10 Buick for the beginning and our newly pu...

Views: 438 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 3, 2016 5:32am
by Norm Toone

Bob Bush

1926 Star 6 complete engine with test stand - $750 (Walla Walla Wa)

Here is a Craig's List item from the Seattle Craig's List. Item number 5472857816. Nice photos of the engine on the test stand. Also has a radiator shell and radiator. Nice price for a complete running engine and test stand (the radiator and shell will be sold separ...

Views: 496 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 31, 2016 10:18pm
by Jim Lytle

Larry Fogarazzo

1928 M2 for sale

I have a barn fresh 1928 M2 Durant that is all original with 1936 title bought from orignal owners family. Take a look, or email for other images...see my website for other parts and a link to the address below... http://users.adelphia.net/~catart/M24Sale.html

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Last Post: Apr 13, 2007 10:36am
by Larry Fogarazzo

Jim Mitchell

Spark Plugs

I was working on my car today and noticed that the spark plugs are Champion W-14 these were in the car when I got it are these the right plugs for this motor? It is a 14-L motor with a 15-L head.

Views: 428 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 30, 2016 5:48am
by Norm Toone

Gary Yelle

SAH article on Norman DeVaux

I receive my SAH "Automotive History Review" on line and there is a great article on Norman DeVaux and Col. Elbert Hall in the Autumn 2015 issue. This is written by Dr. Ric Dias, Professor of History, Northern State University, Aberdeen, S.D. Anyone wanting to...

Views: 276 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 23, 2016 6:37pm
by frank witkowski

frank witkowski

Devaux at auction

Auction Information Auctioneer Larry Swartz, Auctioneer 717-677-0831 Auction Date Apr 30 Auction Location 714 Black Horse Tavern Rr Gettysburg , PA Time 09:00AM 31 DeVaux Custom RS Coupe 28 Ford Model A Phaeton Conv 28 Ford Mo...

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Last Post: May 22, 2016 4:50pm
by Norm Toone

Gary Yelle

West Coast aviation and Norman DeVaux

A while ago a man in Seattle contacted me as he was writing a "blog" on Eugene Ely and his history in aviation. Norman DeVaux had a connection in his research. If you want to read it go to: johnzobel.com. His March 25 entry is on Norman DeVaux. Gary

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 22, 2016 12:34pm
by Gary Yelle

Ed Vomero

1923 star Touring for Sale

Now on Ebay for sale from Missouri. Type in Durant Star to find the listing. Looks like it needs a full restoration. Looking for 12,000.00.

Views: 346 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 15, 2016 12:24pm
by Norm Toone

Duncan Smeaton

Rubber balls for universal joint and engine mount rubber

Hi First question: In the Technical Page section of our website, there is a useful article on restoring U joints. Mention is made of the availability of the 16 rubber balls required for this task. Are they still available and if so, who do I contact for them?...

Views: 253 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 14, 2016 4:42pm
by frank witkowski

Tom Schaffer

How to use Google Photos to post pictures on the DMCA Forum

I have been using Photobucket to post photos here but didn't like their advertising and slowness of their site so started experimenting. I found I could use Google Photos and put together the linked how to. Hopefully it will help others. https://drive.google.c...

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 9:48am
by Rick Botti

B Hicks

Pristine April 3 1925 Durant Stocks

i recently discovered two pristine Durant Motors, Incorporated stocks issued to my husband's Great Grandmother from the Liberty National Bank in New York. One is numbered 0126498 (brown) and the other is 26409 (green). These are ninety-one year old stocks and look...

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Last Post: May 9, 2016 1:13pm
by B Hicks

Ken Hoshowski

Inside Door Handles and Air vents

Hi All, My project is now back from the paint shop and in pieces that I am slowly re-assembling. I bought this project in pieces so don't have the benefit of knowing where or how all the pieces fit together. It has been a learning curve for sure. I have a cou...

Views: 288 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 9, 2016 9:30am
by Tom Schaffer

Gordon F. Curl

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

To all the wonderful Mothers out there. HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY. To our wives and Mothers. You make our lives so much better. May all your troubles be little ones. Gord

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Last Post: May 7, 2016 4:50pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Will Curl

Question for A-22 Durant owners

I am trying to take my water pump apart and according to the parts catalog both the pulley and impeller are threaded onto the shaft. I know that the pulley is a left hand thread but I am not sure about the thread on the impeller end. Has any one rebuilt one of these...

Views: 243 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 5, 2016 10:55am
by Will Curl

Lance Haynes

Need a new head gasket for a 30 Durant 407

We need a new head gasket for our latest Durant 407 car W8 engine from Canada that Ray owned, it is a Victor 819 gasket and it actually has W8A 402 on it also. None on E-Bay, or other suppliers, wondering if anyone has a extra one or a idea who could maybe have new...

Views: 308 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 3, 2016 5:00am
by Lance Haynes

Jim Cooke

Timing chain cover seal

Does anyone know of a modern oil seal to fit the timing chain cover of a W5 engine?

Views: 293 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 28, 2016 7:03am
by Jim Cooke

Juha Saari

1930 Durant 614 engine temperature sensor

Hi, What would be a replacement part number for a 1930 Durant 614 temperature sensor?

Views: 255 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 24, 2016 4:18am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

DMAC Pacific Coast Chapter Spring Tour

The Pacific Coast Chapter's Spring Tour is coming up soon on April 18th. There is more information an Agenda and a registration form in the Events section. I hope to see you there this year. Rick

Views: 429 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 23, 2016 5:47pm
by Rick Botti

Mac Irvine

Restored 1929 Model 40 for Sale

I have posted this on the For Sale site but thought it best to place it here as well. Having finally finished the restoration of our 1929 Model 40 sedan, I have decided to put it up for sale. The W5 engine has been rebuilt with new pistons, valves, and gaskets. Th...

Views: 303 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 23, 2016 9:29am
by Gordon F. Curl

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