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Bob Smith

What do they have?

There is some debate as to what these guys have.. They claim it's a chassis for a 1925 Durant truck. To me the W-5 motor tells me it is of Star origin. The hubs are smaller than the Durant These 2 1/4"(Durant- 2 3/8") Any thoughts? They are somewhat adamant th...

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Last Post: Dec 3, 2014 8:10pm
by Bert Babick

Ken Hoshowski

Restoring Old Gauges

I have been looking at my speedometer and wondering how and if it can be restored. Just recently I received an email suggesting I go to UTUBE and check out "1929 Willys Whippet First test Drive". I noted the beautiful job this gentleman did on his instrument resto...

Views: 325 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 27, 2014 11:52pm
by Bill Kronsbein

Gordon F. Curl

Happy Thanksgiving

To all our American friends: HAPPY THANKSGIVING to you all. We in Canada are just getting over all the turkey etc from our Thanksgiving several weeks ago. The Canadian Durant members wish you all the greatest Thanksgiving. Please drive safely as we do not wish...

Views: 184 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 27, 2014 5:08pm
by Charles Spitz

Marvin

1926 Durant radiator

Hi! I Just received a 1926 Durant radiator with the shell and would like to know if any one is interested in it! Thank You! Marvin

Views: 258 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 27, 2014 3:15am
by Bruce Butler

Todd E Frye

Parts/Chassis

I have stumbled onto a Star Touring chassis in a barn not to distant from me, and am considering acquiring it. The fellow bought it to make a rat rod out, but has gone a different direction. Pretty much has all the non-wood bits still there, but you can tell it sat...

Views: 250 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 27, 2014 2:28am
by Bruce Butler

Gerald Feather

Help with distributor spark advance setup.

Hi all. My car is missing the cable that hooks up to the distributor from the spark advance. I took a little closer look lately and also noted it looks like the housing is on backward. The bolt that holds the distributor on has twisted around to rest against the...

Views: 237 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 24, 2014 5:07am
by Gerald Feather

Gene House

Looking at a Durant for sale

I am looking at a 1930 4 cylinder Durant that is all original and in good condition. It runs well, shifts, stops, and the interior is still in good shape. The body is straight and in good shape with just a little rust. The man id asking $9,000 for it. NADA Classics d...

Views: 264 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 23, 2014 11:51am
by Gene House

Todd E Frye

'New' Engine

I thought I would share an update on my A-22 engine project. I purchased and retrieved a correct engine for my '23 in Canada this summer and it's been at a local machine shop for a a month or so. They are having a good time learning more about my ride and Durants i...

Views: 241 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 22, 2014 6:32am
by Durant Museum

Larry Harp

Stuck engine

My Jr-8 ran about 15 years ago. After I bought it 4 years ago, I soaked the pistons with brake fluid & diesel fuel and the engine turned over easily. Now, after setting for 4 years, it is seized. Does anyone have any ideas on what I might try before I tear the eng...

Views: 409 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 18, 2014 5:50am
by Todd E Frye

Dave

Phil Donoghoue or Sid Semple

Does anyone have a current email address for Phil Donoghoe, or Sid Semple? Thanks, Dave Schulte

Views: 378 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 16, 2014 2:13am
by Sid Semple

Shane Hoffmann

Rear wheel bearings

Anybody sourced a replacement for the rear wheel bearings? I don't have any good ones and need to find something suitable. Thanks

Views: 279 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 15, 2014 12:16am
by Kevin Hitchcock

Mike Linthicum

Kauffman era license plate topper at Salisbury NC Meet

Hey everyone: At the Salisbury Meet someone donated to the Museum a metal license plate topper from the Kauffman era of the Durant Star Owners Club. I for the life of me cannot remember who gave it to me. I remember sitting around the hospitality room with Frank,...

Views: 329 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 14, 2014 6:41am
by Durant Museum

Durant Museum

Contributing to the DMAC Museum effort.

As the end of the year drawers to a close and the holidays will be upon us quick, those in the U.S. don't forget the DMAC Museum effort as you seek those last minute tax deductible donations before December 31st. The DMAC is a 501 (C)(3) IRS recognized non-profit org...

Views: 199 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 13, 2014 3:25am
by Norm Toone

Don Shilling

Down but not Out

OK folks, here's the latest. Some of you may have noticed me not being the best of neighbors and maybe not responding promptly. I went to a doctor today to arrange to have my plumbing altered in order to partake of a three times weekly dialysis. This condition was n...

Views: 369 Replies: 10

Last Post: Nov 12, 2014 6:42pm
by Don Shilling

Bill Kronsbein

Landau Bar Measurement Needed

Can anyone give me the hole to hole distance of the landau bars used in a 1927 Star Coupe please? Thanks as always!

Views: 199 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 12, 2014 2:06am
by Bill Kronsbein

Gary Yelle

Need measurements:

Hi All: What would be the measurements of the 31 Durant (614)4 dr and the 31 DeVaux 4 dr? How high, how wide and how long? Thanks, Gary

Views: 287 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 4, 2014 9:14pm
by gary k

Brian

Information wanted on a Star Motors engine. Head is marked W4A802B

Hello over the weekend I purchased a Star Motors engine. It seems almost impossible even with the internet to find much information on it. It seems to be complete from what I can tell. Could someone help me find information please? What is the model number? What HP i...

Views: 306 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 3, 2014 9:25pm
by Bert Babick

Ken Brink

Cut out Switch

??? Cut out switch on A-22 1923. What is the main function of this switch. If it didn't work could this be a cause for Car not to start?

Views: 375 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 29, 2014 6:04pm
by Don Shilling

Gary Yelle

32 DeVaux at Hershey

Hi All: I just wanted to let everyone that is going to Hershey..(sure wish I could be there) to look for the 32 DeVaux convertible that came from Myron Cummings. The Reinke family now owns it and is ready to display it. Thanks, Gary

Views: 656 Replies: 11

Last Post: Oct 28, 2014 8:15am
by DAVE ENRICO

Yates Milton

Durant Partner

Hi All, Fifteen years ago, Ralph and Judy Woodard started our then "No Name Newsletter" all in black and white and only 4 pages long. We now have a beautiful magazine the "DURANT PARTNER" that would rival any small club effort and would no doubt win. Jeff Gillis...

Views: 269 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 24, 2014 9:08am
by Yates Milton

Todd E Frye

Irving Kansas Durant Dealership

I have hunted my local area high and low for any sign of the historical presence of Durant and Star automobiles with little success other than the occasional anecdote. Yesterday, a wonderful lady volunteering for our local historical society came across a photograph...

Views: 265 Replies: 3

Last Post: Oct 24, 2014 8:04am
by Mike Linthicum

Bruce H Carey

flint on ebay

Was looking for information on the flint that is on ebay ??? any good ? value ??

Views: 224 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 24, 2014 8:02am
by Mike Linthicum

Gerald F

It's alive

Today was a good day. Before today I had a devil of a time getting the engine in the car to start. It could take me all day with a can of quick start to get it going. So I took the carburetor off and rebuilt it, fixed the choke wire which hasn't been attached well...

Views: 210 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 22, 2014 4:01pm
by Gerald F

Gerald F

Vacuum Tank question

I was wondering if anyone knows exactly what make and model of Vacuum tank this is. I can't find any info on it. It's off the 1928 durant m2, but this durant has a lot of 29 parts. The brackets holding it are Stewart Warner.

Views: 277 Replies: 1

Last Post: Oct 21, 2014 9:50am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Terry Dash

Identification of star cars in old photos

I have several old photos of old cars that my family owned and I'm looking for help identifying what they are - my dad is 86 and thought one or more of them were "Star Cars" - and I was wondering if there was someone I could send the couple pictures (1 or 2) to get h...

Views: 261 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 20, 2014 6:24pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Rick Botti

Look who won the Billy Durant Award!

Bert & Sonia Babick were this year's winners of the Billy Durant award. Rick

Views: 391 Replies: 8

Last Post: Oct 16, 2014 7:51pm
by Don Palla

Jon

Dort Leftovers

I bought this old gem several years ago just to save it from scrap, and thought it would be perfect for my first prewar restoration. After learning more about Dorts, I discovered that I'll never find the parts needed to do anything with it, so I might as well find so...

Views: 362 Replies: 7

Last Post: Oct 15, 2014 7:27pm
by cdmn

Gerald F

1928 Durant Radiator needed

I was wondering if there were any radiators out there for a 1928 Durant floating around out there in good condition.

Views: 1499 Replies: 22

Last Post: Oct 15, 2014 6:51pm
by Gerald F

Todd E. Frye

Crankshaft Pulley

The crankshaft pulley on the A-22 engine I have at my local machine shop was at some point 'worked on'. The pulley wheel itself (or a replacement) was bronzed onto the center tube that the crank actually goes into. The rebuilder has my engine completely torn down e...

Views: 316 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 15, 2014 8:55am
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

Central Chapter Of The DMAC ?

Hi All.... At the annual meeting in North Carolina the suggestion was made to form a "Central Chapter" of the Club. This would be perfect timing since the 2015 Annual Meeting is in Minnesota. We have been well represented on the West and East Coast as well a...

Views: 315 Replies: 10

Last Post: Oct 8, 2014 8:59pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Frank Witkowski

2015 DMAC Elections

Hi All.... 2015 is an election year for the DMAC. The election committee is composed of the past president, Rick Botti and 2 other members appointed by the current president. I have asked AnnJean DeVries and Yates Milton to join Rick, and they have agreed....

Views: 229 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 8, 2014 12:23pm
by Frank Witkowski

Adam Ford

2015 International Durant Meet, Minnesota

We have the contract signed with Marriott. They created a special link to book the hotel online. Checking Sept 9, 2015 and checkout is Sept 13, 2015 $95 http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Durant%20Mot...

Views: 212 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 8, 2014 12:21pm
by Adam Ford

Todd E Frye

Unknown Part of Engine

I apologize if this is a ridiculous question, but what is the device below the carburetor on my A-22 engine? It is spun via the generator shaft, but I am not really sure what it is? A governor of some sort?

Views: 269 Replies: 5

Last Post: Oct 8, 2014 11:58am
by Bill Hoaglan

Guy Belzil

Touring roof - Question

Good-day to all. I am finally getting the roof put on my car. I have found folding irons, saddles, back window and gotten new ribs made. All is in place other than the fabric. I have done my best to find pictures of our requirements on the net. I have found some,...

Views: 255 Replies: 2

Last Post: Oct 6, 2014 2:42pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Kerry Lewis

Radiator Cap and Moto-Meter

I just bought a 1926 Star Four Coupe, looking for a radiator cap with a moto-meter an it, Anyone have a source or a spare, Please let me know. Thank you for your time. Regards, Kerry

Views: 918 Replies: 6

Last Post: Oct 6, 2014 6:28am
by Ray Acker

Gerald F

Marvel Schebler Carburetor

Hi all. I have been working on the car most of the summer trying to get it up to regular running condition. I had it started last year for short periods. There was no radiator so I couldn't keep it running. The radiator was replaced this year and is hooked u...

Views: 526 Replies: 4

Last Post: Oct 5, 2014 3:34am
by Norm Toone

Todd E Frye

A-22 Rear Generator / Distributor Mounting Housing

Hello all A-22 owners. I have been in conversation with the helpful Franz Fraitzl about getting some of the plates that cover the rear of the distributor into which the distributor mounts manufactured. Here are some pictures of my broken plate. For...

Views: 289 Replies: 7

Last Post: Oct 4, 2014 7:55pm
by Todd E Frye

Rick Botti

Anyone know what happen to Philip Tramel ?

Philip Tramel was a member of the DMAC until somewhere around 2009. He lived in Modesto, California and owned a 1931 Durant Model 619. I'm updating the website and list of 619 owners and would like to speak to him. Anyone out there know how I can contact him?...

Views: 186 Replies: 0

Last Post: Oct 4, 2014 12:01pm
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

First Pictures from North Carolina DMAC Meet

Charlie Spitz has sent in the first pictures from the DMAC meet in North Carolina. Rick

Views: 334 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 29, 2014 8:56pm
by Frank Witkowski

Rick Botti

Joint Durant Vintage Chevy Tour

I iust uploaded pictures from last month's Joint Durant - Vintage Chevy Club tour. The Pacific Coast Chapter DMAC was joined by the Greater South Bay Region VCCA for a one day tour. The group visted a restored Durant Star dealership, a real 1950's diner and winery wh...

Views: 215 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 29, 2014 1:27pm
by Yates Milton

Larry Fogarazzo

We welcome new and Old DMAC enthusiasts to HERSHEY PA!

We welcome anyone who is interested in Durants, Stars, Locomobiles, Dort, Rugby, DeVaux, Flint, To come and meet us at our spots in the CHOCOLATE FIELD SOUTH CG 5-6-7 Lets talk! We will have a few samples of our bi monthly color magazine… and you can join i...

Views: 216 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 29, 2014 1:06pm
by Yates Milton

gary k

change of plans

Dear friends, I have unfortunately had a change of plans and will not make the N>C> show this week. If I was bringing something you want/need...email me a phone number and we can make some new arrangements. some minor but painful injuries have befallen me...but ev...

Views: 294 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 25, 2014 11:05am
by Don Shilling

Todd E Frye

Part Numbers

I have a parts book for my A–22, but does anyone have some sort of cross reference to Autolite or other numbers? Specifically, I am at the moment looking for a part number for my A22 distributor. I am betting it is Autolite, but there is not tag on mine.

Views: 215 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 23, 2014 12:33pm
by Todd E. Frye

Frank Witkowski

2014 Annual Meeting Salisbury North Carolina September 24-28

Hi All... Some updates with more costs and registration to follow: Hotel: Hotel Salisbury and Convention Center www.hotelsalisburync.com I will have special rates and registration codes soon. Over 12 acres of parking so bring that car an...

Views: 1831 Replies: 65

Last Post: Sep 23, 2014 4:00am
by Mike Linthicum

Rick Botti

Website Updates

Website updates, Added Differential Rebuild article by Steven Blomquist to Tech Page under Modern Improvements. Added 1928 Continental Engine Manual donated by Phil Peters to Tech Page under Manuals. Added pictures of a beautiful 1923 Durant Touring Car owne...

Views: 268 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 14, 2014 6:34pm
by Phil Peters

Chris

Continental 7R Starter

Hi, I would like to find a starter for a Continental 7R engine. The trouble is I don't know which brand or model or part number to look for. Does anyone have one or can you tell me the info I need to search for one? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Chris

Views: 223 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 13, 2014 10:47am
by Chris

Phil Peters

Durant/Star Clutches

I am in the process of rebuilding my clutch and was wondering if anybody has the specifications on the pressure plate springs(rate and free length) as well as the recess depth of the flywheel and initial pressure plate release finger settings? My understanding is tha...

Views: 254 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 12, 2014 3:43pm
by Phil Peters

Steve Large

Durant Publications

Looking for information on the various Durant publications. 1. The Durant Standard which started in 1922. When did that publication end and how many issues were there? 2. The Durant Family Registry (the registry) I have from Volume #1 number #1 to volume #3 nu...

Views: 306 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 12, 2014 6:43am
by Mike Linthicum

Heber Castledine

1924 Star

My grandma is looking to sell a 1924 Durant Star. What would be her price range?

Views: 343 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 10, 2014 5:00pm
by John

Bob Smith

2014 Durant Calendar

Hello fellow Durantonians I would like to make you aware that there is a Durant Calendar available for 2014. 12 pages of Club Members Cars. $22.00 ( shipping $3.60-US $6.20-Can $14.90-Elseware ) Calendars can be obtained by sending payment to;...

Views: 419 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 10, 2014 4:14pm
by Christa

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