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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...

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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?...

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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: 374 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: 261 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: 258 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: 330 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: 245 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: 1894 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: 301 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: 261 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: 288 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: 337 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: 377 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: 449 Replies: 3

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

Larry Harp

Stuck engine

This car ran about 15 years ago. When 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 up. Does anyone have any suggestion on what I should try to free it up wi...

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Last Post: Sep 9, 2014 7:29pm
by Larry Harp

Todd E Frye

Durant Porcelain Sales and Service Sign

Anyone know what the story might be on this sign? Looks like it was made in England. eBay item number 201157690101

Views: 349 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 8, 2014 1:22pm
by Norm Toone

Ross Hoevet

Durant's Locomobile

I case you didn't see it. Cliff Durant(Billy's son) Locomobile is on ebay right now in the "other makes" section. Bidding starts at $300,000.00 The perfect top car in any true Durant enthusiast's collection. Frank? Don?

Views: 459 Replies: 8

Last Post: Sep 5, 2014 10:17am
by Frank Witkowski

Shane

Speedometer Decals

The numbers on the only speedo I have are pretty poor. Does anyone know if the decals that the Model A vendors sell for the Stewart Warner speedo's will fit correctly? Thanks

Views: 253 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 2, 2014 3:53am
by Shane

ALEXANDER SANGER

Interior Roof

The interior roof fabric on my 1929 Durant Model 666 is sagging. It is original and very very fragile. Any suggestions on how to reattach it to the top or other ways to de-sag it?

Views: 269 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 29, 2014 6:35pm
by Don Shilling

Ross

DeVaux at auction

Did anyone go to the Enid, OK on Saturday and pickup that DeVaux sedan?

Views: 333 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 28, 2014 5:12pm
by Gary Yelle

Mike Linthicum

Recent Earthquake. All you Durantonians in California OK?

Hello California Durantonians I hope all of you out there in the Bay area are OK, Rick, Bert & Sonia and everyone else. I saw on the news that the epicenter was around American Canyon which I know is where Bert & Sonia hail from. Hope all of you are OK!

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Last Post: Aug 26, 2014 4:36pm
by Bert & Sonia Ba...

Mike Linthicum

Durant "D" Gas Cap

Opinion needed: Durant "D" gas cap, was it originally painted silver or black or what? Anybody have an idea?

Views: 399 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 26, 2014 2:16pm
by Mike Linthicum

Todd E Frye

radiator shell emblem removal

Can anyone enlighten me as to the best way to remove the Durant logo/emblem from my grill shell without damaging it? I am looking at having it nickel plated and doubt they can do it with the crest in place. Tips are appreciated. Thanks.

Views: 279 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 25, 2014 6:12pm
by Todd E Frye

Rick Botti

Durant - Vintage Chevy Joint Tour

On Saturday August 23rd, the Pacific Coast Chapter DMAC and the Vintage Chevy Club GSBR will conduct a historic tour combining both clubs. The tour will bring the group from Fremont to the Sunol train station via Niles Canyon Road and on to the former Durant/Sta...

Views: 310 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 25, 2014 7:59am
by Rick Botti

Antti Lappalainen

Unknown clamps

Hello! I aquired a pile of Locomobile parts and these clamps were in it, can someone identify what parts these are? Thank you! https://www.dropbox.com/s/3w7f4dhd8wtamp3/clamps.jpg

Views: 340 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 20, 2014 3:13pm
by Antti Lappalaine...

Yates Milton

Ray Keto Passes

Just learned that long time Durant enthusiast Jorma Ray Keto passed away in March. He was a contributor to all three Durant clubs. One item he contributed to the DFR was a signed copy of the book "My Father" by Marjorie Durant. I visited Ray back when we were tryi...

Views: 617 Replies: 6

Last Post: Aug 15, 2014 7:03pm
by Hilkka Brucksch

Jack Connor

Loosen a Frozen Nut

Machinist Workshop Magazine tested the break out torque on rusted bolts. No penetrant used required---516 lbs " #1 238 lbs...

Views: 273 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 15, 2014 11:07am
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Linthicum

Pictures of your cars

I've just looked over the photographs section of this website to the left and notice that it's been a long time since there has been some new pictures posted. We've had many new members join with cars we either haven't seen or seen in a long long time. We all like lo...

Views: 261 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 13, 2014 6:18am
by Mike Linthicum

Donna Willis

1921 Durant Ford Sale

1921 Blue Durant 4 door Touring vehicle. Wooden spoke rims and trunk. Newly refurbished in 2000, hardly driven. 39,229 miles. Model A-22 Car No. 523. Extra parts available. - See more at: http://www.classifiedads.com/classic_cars_antiques-ad125921560.htm#sthash.t2vAr...

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Last Post: Aug 12, 2014 5:46pm
by Donna Willis

Todd E. Frye

Importing from Canada

Hello all. I am looking to import an original A-22 engine and possibly a partial chassis from Canada (to bring my A-22 back to a more original condition). I am trying to get all my paperwork in order before going after it with a trailer this summer. I would greatl...

Views: 747 Replies: 25

Last Post: Aug 10, 2014 3:08pm
by Don Atkinson

D J Federlein

North Carolina Meet

Do we have the starting and ending dates for the 2014 North Carolina meet? Trying to plan and extended time frame to visit friends and need to set air plane schedule and tour dates.

Views: 745 Replies: 11

Last Post: Aug 9, 2014 8:53pm
by gary k

Donna Willis

1921 Durant Touring car for Sale

My Dad has a 1921 Durant Touring car in great condition with 39,229 miles on it. The vehicle was reconditioned in 2000. Also looking to find out how many of these were manufactured. Model A-22 Car No. N523 Blue 4 door with new canvas top.

Views: 264 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 7, 2014 8:03am
by Steve Large

David Egolf

Star bumper guard/emblem???

I recently acquired what appears to be a cast steel bumper guard/emblem. It is roughly 4 inches wide by 10 inches tall by 1/2 inch thick and has five holes in the top (one is a 5-point star-shaped hole that is about 1-1/2 inches tall). It also has three bolt holes in...

Views: 463 Replies: 7

Last Post: Aug 5, 2014 8:49am
by Steve Large

Bruce Butler

road trip

Hello everyone, Starting a trip tomorrow in my 1926 Durant Woody Star Huckster.Leaving Daytona Beach, Florida to Middletown, New Jersey. Awhile back an axle snaped and had to be welded. So I am a little nervous about that. Is there anyone out there that has a rear o...

Views: 278 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 3, 2014 5:30am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken Hoshowski

Logo

Does anyone have a digital image of the Round star logo similar to the one shown in the photo section of Bert Babick's 1922 Star Touring. I would like to have a 14 inch diameter decal made and use it on the side of my delivery van/service truck restoration.

Views: 272 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 2, 2014 12:34pm
by Ken McCormick

Mike Linthicum

Frame back from the blaster, ready to start re-assembly

Wow, I'm excited! Picked up my frame from the blaster last week, she's blasted primed and painted. She looks like she just came out of the factory, still can see the factory part number on it. I used Eastwood Extreme Chassis Black on it and it looks great. I like thi...

Views: 405 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 27, 2014 6:57pm
by Don Atkinson

Keith

Voltage regulator for D40 Rugby

I have been running my 29 Rugby on 12 volts for many years using the original 6 volt generator. Probably not technically the best thing to do however it seems to work fine and not cooking the battery. One thing is that the third brush needs to be backed almost righ...

Views: 250 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 25, 2014 4:16am
by Keith Hoffmann

Rick Botti

Star Speedster?

Does anyone know who owns this Star Speedster? Rick

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Last Post: Jul 22, 2014 2:07pm
by Dennis W. Nutter

Craig Burkhart

Engine Gaskets

Where do I find the head and manifold gaskets for the W-5 engine ?

Views: 233 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 22, 2014 4:40am
by Frank Witkowski

Patrik

Rugby 1928

Hello durant owners. Me and my father are about to buy a durant rugby 1928. The car looks great, It´s green and black. The headlights are wrong but the right ones comes with the car, But one of the headlights are missing the glass, Is there any things i should b...

Views: 263 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 20, 2014 6:25am
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Proper engine color

Over the years there has always been a debate on the proper engine color for our cars. I was checking EBAY today and there is a 27 Star coupe on there that appears to have the correct gray/green color. Not on the water pump, that appears to be a mismatch, but the act...

Views: 306 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 18, 2014 11:47am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Technical Session at Annual Meeting

Hi All....... Phil Peters has agreed to do the Thursday night tech session in Salisbury NC. If you remember he did an excellent one in San Diego on the Model 60. This session will deal with documenting you car. Please bring any info you have on your car....

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Last Post: Jul 17, 2014 8:07am
by Frank Witkowski

Bruce H Carey

car for sale on ebay

Hi new friends...I am the person who bought the car on ebay and have enjoyed reading your posts...I mostly collect 30-33 cadillacs but could not refuse a big sedan for the mony. I would like to know what the heck i bought...as i read some disscussion about the actu...

Views: 449 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 15, 2014 5:03pm
by Mike Linthicum

Wendy Rose Raymer-Alvarez

Drawing of Durant

Hello All. I was going through some files related to the Durant my Dad once owned...he was Odus G. Raymer. I made a cake in the shape of the Durant for him one year for his birthday. I thought I would share the drawing. It's of his 1931 Durant. The tape has yellowed...

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Last Post: Jul 15, 2014 10:26am
by Wendy Rose Rayme...

Vince O\\\'Brien

Clutch Adjustment

In the past, I've had trouble grinding gears when down shifting. Now, I can't put the car into first gear without grinding. I've replaced the transmission fluid to no avail. I thought that maybe the friction plate wasn't moving off the flywheel far enough but I ca...

Views: 545 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 10, 2014 5:14pm
by Don Palla

Larry Fogarazzo

Iola Car show July 10, 11, 12, 13

Hey everyone, Anyone in the Iola WI area attending the car show this week?? You are welcome to stop by and say Hello We are registered as OLDCARLENSES.COM and welcome any Durant Car Club members or anyone with a Durant Related automobile that want to stop by and t...

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Last Post: Jul 9, 2014 12:34pm
by Larry Fogarazzo

Lewis Mendenhall

Tillotson Model L1A Carburetor

Does anyone have a spec sheet, diagram or anything else which can aid in the correct assembly of my Tillotson Model L1A Carburetor? It was taken apart by someone and I can't remember how it goes back together. I know there has to be some literature on this thing so...

Views: 304 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 8, 2014 10:08am
by Frank Witkowski

Bill

Just To Be Sure On The Year.......

Getting ready to get all my paperwork in order so I just need help from the experts on the correct year for the titles. Star Coupe Model R VIN #E-229XX Engine #14L 42361 Radiator Height - 27-1/2" Lower Hood Panel Height - 18-3/16" Star Sport Roadster Mod...

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Last Post: Jul 5, 2014 9:34am
by Steve Large

Ken Brink

Need Bendix gear for Auto-lite Starter. For 1923 Durant.

Need Bendix Gear for Auto-Lite Starter. For 1923 Durant.

Views: 244 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 2, 2014 6:06pm
by Ken Brink

Vince O\\\'Brien

Transmission oil

How much oil does the transmission in my Star hold?

Views: 297 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 30, 2014 10:12am
by Rick Botti

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