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Mark Freymond

1923 or 1924 Star Touring

I met an old gentleman last week that has a complete 1923 or 1924 Star car that has been completely disassembled stored in the loft of his tractor shed. I had a chance to see what I could see of the car but it is stored with a host of other car parts and it was quite...

Views: 483 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 17, 2015 6:09am
by Todd E. Frye

Gerald F

Timing issue or something else causing engine to push the flywheel the wrong way

Hi, thanks for reading this. I have run into a different issue once I changed my ignition system. (to recap: Points, distributor cap, rotor, coil and condenser were all replaced) When I started the car, I did get it to start a couple of times, but it was running wei...

Views: 341 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 14, 2015 9:19pm
by Gerald Feather

David Coppess

2015 annual meet

I'm planning to attend the annual meeting as a first timer, so here's a couple of dumb questions. Is there any area set up as a swap meet or is it strictly a car show of fully restored cars ? I could bring a parts car for sale and other parts or I could just bring...

Views: 242 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 14, 2015 6:28am
by Frank Witkowski

Jim Cooke

New Start Up

I am getting ready to start up the D40 for the first time in 45 years. The motor is not seized but needs a number of things. I am planning to buy a Zenith 14544 carburetor to replace the Tilstson. It also needs points, distributer cap, rotor, condenser, plugs and wir...

Views: 450 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 12, 2015 9:28pm
by Rick Botti

Todd E. Frye

'29 Durant on San Antonio Craigslist

Anyone looking for a project in Texas? http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/5120392941.html

Views: 577 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 12, 2015 2:17pm
by Dave Schulte

Gerald Feather

First day on the road, ran into issues.

It was my first day going out with the Durant M2. It was supposed to be fun, however, it turned into a long night. I made it home, I hadn't really gone far. I just was going to get gas near my house, but unfortunately I live in the middle of a hill. The largest...

Views: 705 Replies: 17

Last Post: Aug 3, 2015 9:23am
by Bill Hoaglan

David Coppess

Wood sills measurements on a touring body

Anyone have a measurement on the far back end of the sills width. I've got measurements all along up to the dogleg but not the final at the rear where the tub fits. Read in an old partner article that that has to be correct for the rear fenders to line up with the fr...

Views: 265 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 2, 2015 3:25pm
by David M.Saleh

Mike Linthicum

It's Yates Milton's BIrthday Today!!!

It's that very fine Southern Gentleman we all know and Founding President of the DMAC's, Birthday Today! In 1998 it was Yates and others that decided to keep the best antique automobile club going after the passing of Jeff Gillis the previous club coordinator. Happy...

Views: 329 Replies: 13

Last Post: Jul 31, 2015 8:41pm
by Peggy Spitz

Gordon F. Curl

Exhaust seems over hot!

Gentlemen: We finally have the 1922 A22 Durant running. The engine seems to heat up very quickly, and the exhaust tube( still using the original backbone with a new exhaust tube inserted) seems to get overly hot after a few minutes of running. Also the overhead...

Views: 308 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 28, 2015 8:27am
by Bill Hoaglan

Mike Linthicum

Starter restoration

Sent my starter off to Advanced Electrical Rebuilders in Grand Ledge, Michigan for a complete rebuild. www.aerrebuild.com. Jason was recommended by several individuals on the AACA Forum. He did a complete rebuild, plus made a new tag up etc. The photos do not do it j...

Views: 276 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 27, 2015 8:09am
by Mike Linthicum

Gene House

Need help in Phoenix Area

Hello all! I'm buying a 26 Star from a man just East of Phoenix and have developed health issues that will greatly delay the original pick-up date. I was supposed to pick the car up in late July or August but medical issues will prevent that for several months and p...

Views: 280 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 26, 2015 9:55pm
by Gene House

Mike Linthicum

Coils?

Got a question for my fellow Durantonians. Are all coils the same? Besides of course 12 volt and 6 volt. Does our cars, particularly the 28/29 models take any special type of coil?

Views: 284 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 23, 2015 6:43pm
by Don Shilling

Kevin johnson

4star durant

Does anyone have any information on a 4star durant tractor??

Views: 292 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 21, 2015 6:59am
by Don

Gary Yelle

DeVaux at Spring AACA in Auburn

Just opened my July/Aug AACA mag and see Howard Reinke's 31 Sport sedan on page 58. Brings back good memories of riding with Howard at the Traverse City meet. Gary

Views: 257 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 18, 2015 3:14pm
by Gary Yelle

Ken Hoshowski

Spark and Throttle control Tube

I purchased this project in pieces so didn't have the luxury of taking it apart and knowing where all the pieces fit. The Steering/Spark/Throttle column has two vertical 3/16 threaded holes approximately 2 inches below the spark and throttle levers.. The hole spaci...

Views: 303 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 17, 2015 6:00am
by henri houle

Frank Witkowski

New York Members, Need Your Help

Hi All.... If you are a New York resident this bill is important to you. Please help your fellow car collectors. Ed Vomero forwarded this to me..... >> Many of you may know about the legislation that was reintroduced into our state assembly to provide that...

Views: 267 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 17, 2015 4:26am
by Todd E. Frye

Gerald F

Ignition parts swapped out, still issues.

I have spent today mostly trying to get the car to run, which it is now, though rough, and I think maybe hot? I can still touch the rad hose. The parts that were switched were: New Ignition coil New condenser New rotor New Distributor Cap New Points The po...

Views: 286 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 16, 2015 3:04pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Rick Botti

1929 Rugby on Australian TV

1929 Rugby on Australian TV While watching season two of Miss Fisher Mysteries in an episode called Marked for Murder I noticed what appeared to be a 1929 or 28 Rugby Touring car. It had a lime green body with black fenders and top. There were 3 or 4 scenes with...

Views: 311 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 15, 2015 10:07pm
by Frank Reed

Amy Marie Carlton

Liquidating Big Estate - Will be selling 1926 Durant Star

My name is Amy Carlton and I am the owner of Great American Estate Sales in Grand Junction, CO. We are liquidating a massive estate and have for sale a 1926 Durant Star. We also will have a Durant Star radiator. Please visit our website at www.gjestatesales.net...

Views: 354 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 15, 2015 8:13pm
by Don Shilling

Don Shilling

Durant with Woodlites?

Here's something on "Old Motor" that looks familiar. http://theoldmotor.com/?p=147268

Views: 282 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 15, 2015 7:10am
by Don Shilling

Gerald

Positive or negative ground?

I am installing a new coil. I saw that this is either a negative or positive ground system but I'm not sure which. Should my positive go to the distributor or negative. The old coil only had words like to dist and to battery. No polarity info on the bottom of the ol...

Views: 287 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 11, 2015 7:53am
by Gerald

Matt Crull

Clutch

I am looking for advice on how to center the shaft coming out of the clutch. There is no pilot shaft and the clutch is held to the flywheel by 3 bolts. It is running out about .050" causing the engine to vibrate. When the clutch is not attached to the flywheel the...

Views: 355 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 10, 2015 1:39pm
by Matt Crull

Mike Linthicum

Making of the Mob Television program on AMC

Anybody been watching "The Making of the Mob" on AMC channel. I watched the first two episodes and what are the Mobsters driving in a couple of scenes. A Flint. In several shots you can clearly see the Flint radiator emblem. Car belongs to a newer DMAC member in Mary...

Views: 255 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 7, 2015 5:04am
by Mike Linthicum

Gerald Feather

Napa, Standard motor, acdelco etc, which parts do I get?

I noticed there are several parts out there, I am going to get one of each of these as mine are looking pretty rough. I have been having stalling issues, so I thought this would be something that might help. I want to get: Condenser Distributor Cap Distributor...

Views: 784 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jul 6, 2015 5:45am
by Charles Spitz

Gordon F. Curl

DMAC & friends weekend in Guelph

Hi folks: Still not too late to come to Guelph, Ontario for the period June 28 to July 1. We have a good group planning on attending and lots of festivities planned. See information on the "Club Events" page. You snooze - you lose. Gord

Views: 314 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 3, 2015 9:44am
by Frank Witkowski

Dixi

Continental Flyer hood ornament

Hi, I own a hood ornament from a 1933 Continental Flyer. The car that was once attached to it was owned by my uncle who purchased it in 1934. Anyway, I am interested in what artist created this hood ornament. Does anybody here happen to know this? Regards

Views: 936 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 3, 2015 4:36am
by Norm Toone

Robert N Heath

Rugby / Star F Model.

Does anyone know the precise date when the first model F was first produced.

Views: 1528 Replies: 14

Last Post: Jul 1, 2015 7:01am
by Osvaldo Yamamoto

Jacob Harbour

Bob Porter 1927 Star

Hello everyone, Our 1927 Star restoration has reached the point of paint. We are currently exploring colors and contemplating over which shade of blue to paint the body of the car. We are very fond of the 1927 Star Model M owned by Bob Porter; and would love to kn...

Views: 322 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 27, 2015 6:29am
by Mike Linthicum

Jim Greenamyer

Flint title

Anyone have a Flint title in a drawer?

Views: 246 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 25, 2015 8:07pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Language Barrier

I hope this is not an omen of difficulties ahead but, I called the hotel in Mendota Heights today concerning any extra fees and charges they would charge us. Instead of reaching the hotel I was redirected to someplace in Europe to a fellow speaking English with a hea...

Views: 337 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 25, 2015 6:56am
by Don Shilling

Vince OBrien

Starting Problem Solved

On the last West Coast Tour, my Star wouldn't start without priming it through the spark plug hole. This was true even when gasoline was dribbling out the carburetor intake. Once started, however, it ran fine. Roger showed me how to hold my hand over the carbureto...

Views: 302 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 24, 2015 8:12am
by dave enrico

Guy Belzil

Generator / Voltage Regulator Help Needed

Sirs : I think my charging gauge (on dash) does not work. I think my generator is charging but once this summer battery was dead. So: I got a volt-meter. Have been doing tests, all tests were done with engine running. Test #1 on battery poles show 6.0 volt...

Views: 624 Replies: 11

Last Post: Jun 21, 2015 9:24pm
by Don Palla

Mark Freymond

W5 engine valve clearance

What is the proper clearance for the valves for a 1926 Star with a W5 engine?

Views: 214 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 21, 2015 8:36pm
by Don Shilling

Darlene

How to tell if my star is on the registry

wondering if my star 6 is on the registry? We just bought her a couple weeks ago. This is a new world for us! Tag says model R vin L-9511

Views: 369 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 16, 2015 8:06am
by Darlene

Steve Large

Major Demolition of the Former Durant Motors of Canada Head Office Building

Seems as though a housing developer is hell bent on demolishing most of the former Durant Motors of Canada Head Offices on Laird Drive in Leaside. Even though the building has Heritage status they are determined to convert it to seven story 109 unit condominium with...

Views: 407 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 13, 2015 10:22am
by Steve Large

Nestor

Mechanism of advance of the distributor

Hello, I have Rugby 1928 and I need information of the mechanism of advance of the distributor. The Rugby has command to the left side. As the rods are installed for moving the distributor.

Views: 232 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 12, 2015 10:27am
by Nestor

Guy Belzil

Finished my roof 1927 Model M Touring

Sir, I need help Have done everything to get a new roof on my touring star. Found irons, saddles and new ribs. Assembled all material and snaps and have had a roof built with snap secures so it is removable. Status Roof is on and sown and looks great. But h...

Views: 294 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 6, 2015 12:30pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Rick Botti

1925 Star Touring Car for Sale in San Francisco Bay Area.

Just got this ad for a 1925 Star for Sale from one of the vintage Chevy guys. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/5059695181.html Rick

Views: 246 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 6, 2015 9:39am
by Rick Botti

Todd E Frye

Durant Rugby Truck

I stumbled across this advertisement on the HAMB for what is being called a 1929 Durant Ruby Truck in Ottawa, Ontario. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/29-rugby-durant-truck.950374/ Anyone know what the story might be? Interesting at least.

Views: 307 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 6, 2015 3:27am
by Norm Toone

Jack Connor

Durant Meet in Guelph

Who will be joining us at the Guelph meet this year. SUNDAY JUNE 28 to WED JULY 1 [see Club Events section] Mary and I will be there to see old friends and make new ones. Jack & Mary

Views: 326 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 5, 2015 10:35am
by Frank Witkowski

Mike and Irene

Two New West Coast Cars

http://s592.photobucket.com/user/scuba_dive_707/library/

Views: 482 Replies: 15

Last Post: Jun 4, 2015 3:31am
by Norm Toone

Jim

To buy or not to buy.

I am looking at a 1929 D40. It needs complete restoration. Will I be able to get parts at a reasonable price?

Views: 500 Replies: 11

Last Post: Jun 1, 2015 10:10am
by Norm Toone

Mike Linthicum

14 L & 15 L water pump repair & restoration

Well my next project today was to remove my water pump off the side of my motor. Any tricks or secrets I need to know before I start to restore it? Started taking it apart and the shaft seems frozen, haven't really worked at it yet. The two cups on the top I presume...

Views: 286 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 1, 2015 5:51am
by Mike Linthicum

Vince OBrien

California Registered Motor Vehicle Tags

California started registering autos in 1905. Owners would get a small brass tag with the registration number on it. This would be attached to the car and the owner would make a larger plate with the number on it to hang on the back of the car. These brass tags we...

Views: 247 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 29, 2015 3:02pm
by Vince OBrien

Matt

1929 Durant 60 Roadster For Sale

Hello- I have a 1929 Durant 60 Deluxe Roadster for sale. I have recently had a few very fair offers for this car but the interested parties would hack it up and turn it into a hot rod. I would hate to see this happen to this car as there aren't many left so I figu...

Views: 4441 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 28, 2015 2:48pm
by eugen guna

Gary Yelle

Durant Limo

I was thinking of the "medical" benefits of Merlot last night when talking about our Eastern Washington wineries. This made me remember the 1930 Durant Limo that is in Walla Walla. I first saw it about 4 years ago when the owner first drove it out of his shop. Lan...

Views: 276 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 27, 2015 4:21am
by Norm Toone

Steve Joyce

Looking for info on 1917 Dort Touring

A friend owns a 1917 Dort Touring and I am trying to help him determine the value of it. The car has been in a barn for several years and it is very dirty but body is complete. Interior needs some minor restoration but overall it is in good shape. Car was last dr...

Views: 235 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 25, 2015 1:08pm
by Steve Joyce

Gordon F. Curl

Annual Durant Enthusiasts meet, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Hi folks: NOW is the time to register for the 'TWENTIETH ANNUAL DURANT MEET" to be held in Guelph, Ontario June 28 to July 1. Come and join us, camping is FREE in Ed Pringlemeir's back yard. WHAT A BARGAIN!!!! We have a couple of interesting tours lined up and t...

Views: 214 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 23, 2015 3:37am
by henrih2@yahoo.ca

Rick Botti

267 Pictures from the West Coast Spring Fling added

I've added 267 Pictures from the West Coast Spring Fling to the Past Events page in the Photographs section. Enjoy Rick http://www.dmacweb.com/events/PCC2015/index.html

Views: 212 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 22, 2015 10:04pm
by Gary Yelle

Don Shilling

Outstanding Flint Depot Hack

There is a really nice Flint Depot Hack on Ebay # 141658592734. Has it ever been displayed at any of our events? This must be a rare build or did Flint ever build such a vehicle? At any rate, it would go perfectly with Ed Vomero's stable of beauties!

Views: 365 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 22, 2015 5:23am
by Norm Toone

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