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Parker Edmondson

New Owner Needs Assistance

I am the new owner of a running 1928 M2 4 Door Sedan. It has many issues and will eventually need an engine, transmission, and differential rebuild. I have already utilized much of the great technical information on this site, however I would like to know if there ar...

Views: 276 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 30, 2017 6:27am
by Jim Cooke

Parker Edmondson

Complete Repair Manual

Where can I get a complete teardown and rebuild repair manual for a Durant 1928 M2 (W5 Motor.

Views: 261 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 24, 2017 11:19am
by Bill Hoaglan

Parker Edmondson

Vacuum Tank Valves or Rebuild

The Air and Suction valves are leaking on my vacuum tank. Is there a source for replacement valves or someone who refurbishes the tank.

Views: 210 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 23, 2017 6:47pm
by Don Shilling

mike b

1st annual shakedown tour

I want to thank all participants for attending the 1st annual shake down tour. We descended upon schellville airport and took pictures with wwI and wwII aircraft. We toured beautiful Sonoma valley and ended up at skypark airport, where we had a pilots style lunch. Af...

Views: 208 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 13, 2017 12:07pm
by Tom Schaffer

John

Durant title

I've been searching high and low for a Durant title. Would prefer a 23 But may consider other year. Anyone out there that can help me Please contact me at 269-362-8184. Thanks. John

Views: 312 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 12, 2017 7:15pm
by Lewis Mendenhall...

Parker Edmondson

Recommendation for replacement carburator

I have a 1928 M2 and the pot metal is broken on my carburetor where the needle valve screws in on the bottom. I have tried JB weld and cannot get it to stop leaking. Thus far I can not find a replacement Tillotson R-6A carburetor and would like to know if anyone can...

Views: 301 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 12, 2017 11:18am
by Rick Botti

GaryYelle

DeVaux Boattail

I had a nice conversation earlier today with the man that bought the DeVaux from San Diego some years back. A few years ago he sold it to thin out his collection. A man in another state is now selling some of his cars. Going back on the history of the car it all...

Views: 228 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 11, 2017 4:47pm
by Norm Toone

Gordon F. Curl

DMAC meet, June 29 - July 2, 2017

Now Hear Ye, Hear ye. Once again, for the 22nd consecutive year, The Durant Motors Automobile Club, Canadian group will be holding a camp out, tours, good fun etc etc beginning June 29 and ending July 2.2017 in GUELPH. Come and join in the camping,good fun, tours et...

Views: 231 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 10, 2017 7:35pm
by Jack & Mary Conn...

Mike Linthicum

Reminder on DMAC Forum Posts

Just a friendly reminder that the DMAC Forum is a place for all to post inquiries and information about the cars of William C. Durant and all the associated cars. The purpose is to exchange ideas, restoration tips and knowledge on how to keep our cars running and to...

Views: 202 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 10, 2017 4:48pm
by Tom

Rick Botti

New & Improved Club Store

It's Here, the New & Improved DMAC Online Store! Just click the DMAC Store button on the left panel and tell me what you think Rick

Views: 228 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 10, 2017 6:56am
by Mike Linthicum

Ross

Boattail on ebay

Ebay collector car "other makes" section lists a DeVaux boattail roadster "salt racer" for sale.Good description on the DeVaux corporation, not much on this actual car except listing it's features. Doesn't say anything about the Ford flathead that was installed. Kind...

Views: 651 Replies: 22

Last Post: Mar 9, 2017 9:57pm
by Rick Botti

Ross

hood fit

I was just looking at our beautiful DMAC calendar and noticed something that made me feel a little bit better about an issue that has bothered me for years. The hood to cowl fit on my 6-14 has never lined up great. The reveal moulding on the left side is off by maybe...

Views: 173 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 7, 2017 10:58am
by Ross

Steve Barbato Sr.

Running Boards

I'm looking at a 1927 Star Six 4 door on line. The gentleman that's selling the car sent me some pics of the car. A couple of the pics were chassis shots and I noticed that this car has wooden running boards. Durants are new to me, so please forgive my ignorance, but...

Views: 322 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 5, 2017 5:16am
by Norm Toone

David Coppess

wood spokes

I'm working on the rear wheels of my Star and have discovered that there is a big difference between the front hubs and the rear hubs. I have no rear spokes as the axle,when I got it, had nothing but stubs back there and no fellows. Front axle has 21 inch wheels and...

Views: 186 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 4, 2017 7:57am
by David Coppess

Rick Botti

West Coast Events

Calling all Durantonians, I want to bring to your attention that I've updated the Club Events section. On March 11th the Pacific Coast chapter will hold a one day tour we're calling the Shake Down Tour. We'll drive through the Napa Wine country to prepare for...

Views: 410 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 3, 2017 5:22am
by mike

Mike Linthicum

New Locomobile Technical Advisor!

I'd like to let everyone know that I've appointed Michael Babick as our new Locomobile Tech Advisor. Yes you all know the name, might as well snag all the Babick's into the fold don't ya think!. Mike has graciously volunteered for the position. Rick can you change th...

Views: 366 Replies: 6

Last Post: Feb 27, 2017 9:10am
by mike

Gerald Nierman

Old Durant Dealership

I'm wondering if there is a list of Durant dealerships in the state of Missouri. I know there were dealerships in St. Louis and Springfield, however there were Durant automobiles sold in Concordia, Missouri as well. I don't know if this dealer was exclusive or mayb...

Views: 182 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 23, 2017 6:47pm
by Gerald Nierman

Lewis Mendenhall

A22 Oil Can

For years I have thought my A-22 (1921 - 22 NY Car) has sported the original oil can on the firewall. Recently, there has been a bit of doubt pushed my way. I have researched on the internet and found pictures of the 22 sold at auction in 2016 and the red 23 which...

Views: 202 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 21, 2017 5:40am
by Lewis Mendenhall

Yates Milton

Exhaust Seal

Looking for help in finding an exhaust seal or gasket for my 24 Flint E-55. Outside diameter is 2 3/4". Gasket fits inside exhaust manifold. Any ideas would be very helpful. Yates

Views: 357 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 13, 2017 5:47am
by Yates Milton

Jim Cooke

Paint

I am looking for paint codes that match the Alhambra tan and Alhambra tan deep. I have the IM-908 and IM-233 but they mean nothing to the local paint shops. Does anyone know of modern paint codes that are close to the original. I have spent hours on line without luck.

Views: 594 Replies: 7

Last Post: Feb 9, 2017 5:34am
by Jim Cooke

Luke Huotari

Window Channel Felt

I have not come up with anything solid for the window channels. I could buy the metal channels and felt but I would have to pull the whole door apart to put them in. The second idea was a rubber u-channel more like today's designs. I found them but then you run into...

Views: 242 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 3, 2017 10:01pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Gordon F. Curl

Happy New Year

Hi All A very Happy and Prosperous New Year to all our American Cousins from those up here in the great white north! We have had more snow this year in December than we had all last year. I am very fortunate to have a good neighbour with a snowblower and he has...

Views: 358 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 2, 2017 5:35am
by Walter Pre

Vince OBrien

Valve adjustment problem

The last two valves on my W5 won't stay in adjustment. After ten minutes of running the gap disappears. I've set them three times as has a professional restorer. He thinks the valves may be receding into the block. Anyone have any ideas what may be happening? An...

Views: 396 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 1, 2017 4:51am
by S. Blomquist

Shane

W5 Engine Rear Main Seal Block

Does anyone know of another source, other than from Mike Butters, for the replacement of the diecast block for the rear main engine seal for a W5 engine? I've been trying to communicate with Mike Butters for over 6 months about whether he has something suitable....

Views: 318 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 30, 2017 12:29am
by Lance Haynes

Luke

A22 Durant pistons

Hello would any one know what pistons would fit a a22 durant engine as I can't find any originals in Australia, please any help would be appreciated , thanks

Views: 302 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 29, 2017 4:28pm
by Graham Mock

Rick Botti

Tire Size

While scanning a factory picture of a 1929 Roadster like mine, I noticed the tire size on the side of the tires. The size was 29x5.00/19, I have not seen it expressed that way before. I know what 5.00 and 19 stand for, But I don't know what the number 29 represents....

Views: 364 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 26, 2017 10:55am
by Norm Toone

Ross

1926 Miller Locomobile Junior 8 Special

This month's Sports Car Market (march 2017) has a picture and small writeup on this racecar(page 60). Owned by the Driehaus collection, it won first in clas in the early competion class. Nice looking ride. Anyone here know about this car? A nice looking ride. Ross

Views: 193 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 26, 2017 8:25am
by Ross

Ken McCormick( better known as -Yukon jack)

Phil Peters phone number?

I am trying to contact Phil and cant get through to him. I think he must have got rid of his phone and is using a cel phone-But I dont know his number. Can anyone help ? Ken McC0rmick

Views: 198 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 25, 2017 7:23am
by Phil Peters

dave enrico

1926 locomobile

just saw this ad on craige list inland empire calif 1926 locomobile junior 8 rebuilt engine,no price the phone is 310 686 3386 dave dont know much about locomobiles but i could probably go look at it if someone is truly intrested,i dont know the owner or any info on...

Views: 342 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 21, 2017 7:13pm
by mike

Denis

Presentation and doubts

Hello everyone, My name is Denis and I'm from Argentina. I recently purchased a Flint in very good condition, to restore. I would like to know how I can identify the model and the year of the vehicle. I also appreciate all the technical information you can provide...

Views: 307 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 21, 2017 2:50am
by Norm Toone

Matthew Burke

Star replacement cartridge

I came across a star motor company replacement cartridge and was wonder what a value on that would be.

Views: 319 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jan 16, 2017 12:55pm
by Don Shilling

Chris Rowley

1925 Durant Star 4 Truck

My family owns a 1925 Star Four Truck. They win vintage car show trophys 95% original. Anyone know more about this model? What should we insure it for or sale it for if interest will post photos shortly. Chris

Views: 475 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jan 14, 2017 8:51pm
by Mickel1992

Tom Schaffer

Forging History Vidoe

Came upon this on another website I visit and found this really interesting.

Views: 278 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 6, 2017 7:33pm
by DebbieGagnon

Lane Smith

Horn/distributor linkage

Hello everyone, trying to hook up the wire from the center of the steering column to the horn button. Anyone know how its done? Also missing the linkage from the bottom of the steering column to the back right side of the engine. Have it from there to the di...

Views: 204 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 5, 2017 6:04pm
by Lane Smith

Don Shilling

M2 tail light

Can someone show me a pic of what a proper M2 tail light assembly looks like? Thanks in advance!

Views: 256 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 30, 2016 5:29pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

BOB LEGENZA

HEADLIGHTS

HOW DO YOU SEPERATE THE RINGS FROM THE HEADLIGHT BUCKETS? IT IS A 1924 STAR TOURING CAR. MODEL F

Views: 237 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 29, 2016 6:05am
by Don

Marty Jackson

license plate frame

i bought a 1928 Washington license plate for my car and the state allows me to use it as permanent plate with no renewal fees but i have been unable to find any kind of license plate frame that will fit it. it is longer and narrower than a modern plate so I have it h...

Views: 248 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 28, 2016 7:16am
by Bill Hoaglan

Annie

Please help ID this hood ornament/light/Moto Meter radiator cap?

I'm wondering if someone can help me id this Durant hood ornament/ light/Moto Meter radiator cap please? The globe part measures 3.75" and the wingspread is 12.5". The blue glass Durant panel in front shows light through it when the interior bulb is on. The two ho...

Views: 309 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 26, 2016 5:28am
by Carol

Robert and Margaret Heath

Christmas Greeting 2016.

Margaret and myself would like to wish all our Durant friends around the world a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Especially our friends on Face Book.We will be making every endevour to meet you all in September 2017 in CA.Our plans are well in hand.

Views: 240 Replies: 6

Last Post: Dec 26, 2016 5:25am
by Carol

S. Blomquist

Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year

I want to wish all of my Durant friends and acquaintances a Merry Christmas. This is a special season of the year that we can take time out of our busy schedules and reflect on the fulfillment of the promise of a Saviour that God has bestowed upon all of us. The hope...

Views: 178 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 22, 2016 5:08am
by S. Blomquist

Rory Deaton

Key

Question for the 30 Durant owners. Does any one know the Chum serial number for the ignition key, or have an extra I could buy? Thanks

Views: 482 Replies: 10

Last Post: Dec 16, 2016 11:53pm
by Rory

Al hackel

Axle straightening

I have a front axle I acquired along with the purchase of two w5 engines and some other miscellaneous parts. I was hoping to use the axle when building a small speedster I am planning around one of the w5 engines. The axle is bent slightly just inboard of the passeng...

Views: 250 Replies: 6

Last Post: Dec 13, 2016 7:55pm
by Al hackel

Todd E Frye

Locomobile Tow Rig

I came across this in one my employer's tow industry magazines today and thought I would share. I always get a kick out of mechanics' tools and equipment from this era.

Views: 223 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 8, 2016 2:46pm
by Todd E Frye

Christopher Durkee

1928 8-80 sedan

I'm looking for a Durant sedan body or any Locomobile body that will fit on a 1928 8-80 chassis. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you Chris (720-999-1854) crd8481@gmail.com

Views: 913 Replies: 18

Last Post: Dec 7, 2016 5:50pm
by Norm Toone

Charles A. Spitz, AIA, NCARB

Happy Birthday: William C. Durant

December 8, 1861 was the birth date of William C. Durant, therefore a Happy 155th Birthday to the founder of the Durant Motor Company

Views: 114 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 7, 2016 4:29pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Jim Cooke

Timing

I am struggling with both the valve timing and the distributor timing on my w5 engine. Am I right: you put the #1 piston at top dead centre and then turn the cam until the #1 exhaust valve closes, therefore, the #1 cylinder is no longer in firing position? You count...

Views: 452 Replies: 6

Last Post: Dec 6, 2016 7:21am
by Bill Hoaglan

mike

condolences

Our condolences to Dick and madeliene Ward for the lost of her beloved mother yesterday. She was at a young age of 110. The Babicks

Views: 271 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 25, 2016 11:39am
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

Happy Thaksgiving

I would like to take this opportunity to wish our Durant family a healthy, safe and joyous Thanksgiving holiday. I believe we should take this time at Thanksgiving to reflect on all of our blessings, including our families and friends. Rick

Views: 230 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 24, 2016 4:29pm
by Don Shilling

Mike Linthicum

News Flash!!! Today is Don Shilling's Birthday!

Hey Durantonians, DMAC News Flash! Today is that Hardy Texan's Birthday! Yes Mr. Star Man himself!. Happy Birthday Don!

Views: 245 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 24, 2016 9:34am
by Yates Milton

Rick Botti

DMAC memeber's Durant makes local newspaper

Jim Mitchell of Walnut Creek, CA had his 1929 Durant Coupe is featured in local newspaper. Click link below. Rick http://www.eastbaytimes.com/2016/11/21/me-my-car-29-durant-carmakers-history-fascinating/

Views: 248 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 22, 2016 6:57am
by Mike Linthicum

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