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Jim Greenamyer

softening old upholstry?

Hi all I have just purchased a 1924 Flint open car that had been stored for many years in Missouri. We are beginning the process of cleaning away many years of dust and grim along with the mouse houses. I am looking for suggestions as to the best way to clean...

Views: 324 Replies: 9

Last Post: Jul 8, 2012 2:13pm
by Yates Milton

Charles A. Spitz, AIA, NCARB

July 4, 1776

As the United States begins the celebration of the 236th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, let us extend our best wishes for an enjoyable day. Let us not forget all of the men and women that have served in our armed forces so that we can enjoy the free...

Views: 266 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 7, 2012 5:15am
by mike Linthicum

Dennis Murphy

1928 Durant Color Chart

FYI Dennis

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Last Post: Jul 6, 2012 5:39am
by mike Linthicum

Gordon F. Curl

Ontario region Weekend meet

Hi folks: If you forgot to send in your registration for this weekend, do not despair. Come anyway. Check our the information on the "Club events" tab. We will welcome one and all. We have a great contingent of cars coming, including a 1923 LEXINGTON. Now that i...

Views: 233 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 5, 2012 7:45am
by Carol

gary k

FOR JOY FOR JOY...I HAVE MY NEW TOY

I HAVE FINALLY BROUGHT HOME MY NEWEWST AND I BELIEVE MY FINAL DURANT ...A MODEL 60 COUPE....NEED PLENTY OF WORK...MOSTLY PARTS FOR MY 60 SEDAN....MAYBE A STORY FOR MAGAZINE ABOUT IT..

Views: 295 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 5, 2012 7:32am
by Carol

Todd Karasti

Engine/trans.alignment

Well I finished the body off restoration of the frame, took the cylinder head off to verify that the motor was actually overhauled, and yes I found the bores to be nicely honed with shiny new pistons. I dropped the motor and trans. in and there seems to be an alignme...

Views: 289 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jul 5, 2012 5:38am
by mike Linthicum

Frank Witkowski

1926 Star Roadster Colors ?

Hi All........ Cathy's roadster is getting ready for the final paint. She likes the following two toned color. Any ideas on the actual paint colors and where they might be available, or modern equivalents? Thanks.....Frank ---

Views: 599 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jul 3, 2012 5:34am
by Lance Chabot

Ken McCormick

putting it back together again

Got it all checked out. seems okay-- Now putting it back together AGAIN. Got the motor back in and some of the parts attached . Had to quit for a while-- Drink time lol. Should have it done in a day or two--Other than going away for the weekend . These trips kee...

Views: 197 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 29, 2012 5:05pm
by Ken McCormick

Frank Witkowski

Stars At Norm Miller Auction July 22

Hi All..... Here is a link to the listing for the estate auction. Lots of interesting items! Some one need a "road trip"? Frank --- http://www.stenzelauction.com/7-22-12.html

Views: 299 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 28, 2012 10:55am
by Frank Witkowski

Don Shilling

14L Front Oil Seal

OK, I'm getting to the point of installing the timing chain cover on my '29 Durant 14L engine. What has anybody done about installing a modern oil seal in the timing cover to replace the felt ring??

Views: 293 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 28, 2012 1:12am
by Lance Haynes

Ken McCormick

Oil leak

I am sure getting discouraged . I was sure I almost had this car on the road . Now I find the rear main seal is leaking again. Looks like another tear down and rebuild again. I will check again tomorrow and make sure but I cant even think of checking it tonite. Migh...

Views: 223 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 27, 2012 10:37pm
by Ken

Vince O'Brien

Charging question

I went through a new coil in less than a thousand miles and I'm trying to figure out why. It seems like the generator is charging the battery anytime I'm above idle. At its peak, the generator is putting out 9.25 volts which seems high for a 6 volt system. When th...

Views: 237 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 26, 2012 9:07pm
by Vince O'Brien

Lewis Mendenhall

A22 - auto-lite generator adjustment

OK, I've been playing with my freshly rebuilt long enough that I am starting to doubt my memory on how to adjust the output. Does anyone any assistance that can give before I throw up my hands in failure. I have done this a million times, just not recently. HELP...

Views: 892 Replies: 10

Last Post: Jun 26, 2012 7:39pm
by Lewis Mendenhall

Ken McCormick

Coil

what kind of reading should I be getting with my multimeter on the coil? I can find info on 12volt but nothing on 6 volt-- Just cant seem to get spark to the plugs to get this buggy running.

Views: 250 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 22, 2012 8:50am
by Ken

Ken McCormick

coil

Is there a difference in a 6 volt coil and a 12 volt coil.--Or are all coils the same?? I just dont know . I have never thought of it before and just wondered about it since I have been having trouble with spark Anyone know?? Ken

Views: 266 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 16, 2012 5:20pm
by Don Shilling

Vince O'Brien

Vacuum Tank

I went to get the Star out of storage and it started right away. Ran it down the block and it died - starved for gas. It did this twice more so I put it back. Today, I went through the fuel system. All the filters are clear. Gas flows easily out of the rear ta...

Views: 240 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 14, 2012 3:55pm
by Vince O'Brien

Dennis W. Nutter

1927 Star speedster

On eBay is a 1927 Star speedster, # 110896467564

Views: 675 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 13, 2012 11:51am
by Don Shilling

gary k

TIRES

Re: Tires AHHHH, THE WOUNDED BRAIN RECOVERS.... LUCAS TIRE CO. 2850 TEMPLE AVE...LONG BEACH CALIF.90806 1-800-952 4333 OR 2141 WEST MAIN STREET, SPRINGFIELD OHIO 45504..1-800-735-0166 OR WWW.LUCASCLASSICTIRES.COM 4.75-500 X 19..LUCAS BRAND....OLYMPIC TR...

Views: 207 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 8:34pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Ebay Star Horn

Heads up, a Star horn is listed on Ebay # 251080370085 May be worth looking into.

Views: 234 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 4:20pm
by Don Shilling

Ken McCormick

setting timing

What is the special knack needed to set the timing on this car. I cant see the marks on the flywheel to know when it is close to the right position.Tried using mirror but its too dark and I cant get light into the area at the same time.Does anyone know what I can do...

Views: 219 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 11, 2012 8:18am
by Bill Hoaglan

Todd K.

Throwout and Spicer

Any body know where I can get a throwout bearing (interchangeable?), and the rubber balls for the spicer joint (could I use a substitute for these) the existing ones are hard and brittle. Looks to be all I need to drop the motor in the car and go for a test drive.Thanks

Views: 245 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 4, 2012 5:31am
by Frank Witkowski

Gordon F. Curl

Oil pressure fluctuations

Hi There: Yesterday I took the Frontenac out to go to the annual Touring Inspection meet for HASC (Historic Automobile Society of Canada) When I got out on the highway and up to speed, I noticed that the oil pressure on the gauge was fluctuating (from 35 - 45 lbs)...

Views: 329 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 3, 2012 10:58am
by Gordon F. Curl

Dave G

Horn button, stupid question

Did any durants have a center horn button or shield on their steering wheels. and if so, does someone have a picture. thanks.

Views: 275 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 31, 2012 1:01pm
by Dave G

Martyn Hough

My First Question

Hello all, just recently joined the club and thought I would introduce myself and my car. To those of you who were in Vancouver B.C. last year I have purchased Franz Fraitzl's project Star with the hopes of completing the restoration. I have made up new sills from o...

Views: 359 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 31, 2012 9:47am
by Martyn Hough

Gary Yelle

1930 Durant/T.J.Richards

Wow: Look what was posted today on E-Bay. To see a Australian bodied Durant for sale here is hard to believe. If it was not accross the country I would be looking at it tomorrow. Don..how close is that town in LA. from you? For sure I don't want to see this car...

Views: 606 Replies: 7

Last Post: May 25, 2012 8:09pm
by John

Bob Smith

Old Cars Weekly, article 5-31-2012, p. 10

Finally, Gerald Perschbacher in his Club Clips column picked up an article by Phil Peters (throttle and spark levers) from the "Partner". The club, the newsletter and Carol (which includes an address) are all given some deserved press...ink.

Views: 261 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 23, 2012 4:02pm
by Frank Witkowski

Norm Toone

More things for sale

Think I am almost back on track again from the Park. During the summer I had day after day voice mail for a week from a Joe Petrella in Washington. Just did a 411 reverse phone look up and got ... Joseph Petrello 6006 S Fork Coppei Rd Waitsburg, WA 99361-7747...

Views: 830 Replies: 12

Last Post: May 18, 2012 7:25pm
by Dave Truemner

Shane Hoffmann

W5 motor mounts - Mac Irvine contact details

I'm chasing some of the rubber engine mounts for a W5 motor and reading previous posts, Mac Irvine made some reproductions. His email address from an old post doesn't work. Does anyone have his current email contact details. Thanks

Views: 242 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 18, 2012 4:15am
by S. Blomquist

Graham Batty

Prop shaft universal joint covers

Hi all. Both of the grease/oil covers at each end of the Spicer prop shaft are damaged. Does anyone know where I can purchase a new set? Preferably in the UK but anywhere will do!!!

Views: 255 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 17, 2012 8:12am
by Graham Batty

Dave Grimmitt

Intro, and a few things , I would like.

Good Morning, I resently picked up a old Durant project outta the north, north washington state. firewall tag found by previous owner and now back in firewall. M2- E14991 This has been a ******* project kinda, that an old kat saved parts for over a 20 year period...

Views: 282 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 16, 2012 8:25pm
by Dave Grimmitt

don cantrell

need parts

I have a 1926 Star Coupster that I am restoring. I need the interior door handle escutcheons for it. Does anyone know of where I might get a pair? Thanks, Don

Views: 263 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 15, 2012 3:22pm
by don cantrell

Gary Thompson

wheel lubs

The Durant mentioned in a previous post, the one in storage since 1944, is about 2/3 restored. Great car - runs fine, no rust found when we stripped for repainting..But, it's missing one lug bolt/flange on each wheel. It appears that, at some point, the original owne...

Views: 196 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 15, 2012 10:49am
by Don Shilling

gary k

1925 Star Model F Roadster frame specifications

Members... has anyone ever found or drawn the frame from a 1925 model F Star....and made a drawing showing measurements and specs...like if i needed to make a reproduction star frame???? things like length , width at several places... spring attachment positions,...

Views: 362 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 14, 2012 9:22pm
by gary k

Don Shilling

Fuel Tank Sender Unit

I removed the fuel tank in my D60 today. After 21 years of sitting in storage I assumed the tank was empty. I was laying under the tank removing the strap bolts when the tank came loose. I then realized the significance of not relying on assumptions, when the tank hi...

Views: 411 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 14, 2012 4:38am
by S. Blomquist

Dave Schulte

Autopar Tires

I realize this isnt Durant related.......A friend of mine is a Mopar collector and is looking for some Autopar Mopar tires. Do any of you Canadian members have any in you stash? Any size, white letters a plus, for display only. Thanks, Dave

Views: 240 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 12, 2012 9:38am
by Dave Schulte

Rick Botti

4th Annual Pacific Coast Chapter Spring Tour

The Pacific Coast Chapter Presents the Spring Mystery Tour May 8th -11th in Salida, California Salida is located in the Central Valley between Manteca and Modesto. Hotel La QUINTA Inn 4909 Sisk Road Salida, CA 95368 (209) 579-8723 www.laqu...

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Last Post: May 11, 2012 4:55pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Gary Yelle

The elusive 1931 DeVaux Phaeton

Since I have been following the DeVaux, I had seen one reference to a DeVaux Phaeton. Beverly Rae Kimes in the Standard Catalog of American Cars does list the Phaeton for 1931. A little while back when Howard and talked on the phone he indicated he had a sales arti...

Views: 291 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 11, 2012 4:34pm
by dae enrico

gary k

MAN SELLING TITLES....

I FOUND A MAN SELLING TITLES....HE HAS 10,000 TITLES HE SAYS...I BOUGHT A STAR TITLE AND DESOTO TITLE ALL OPEN AND SIGNED BY SELLER....THEY WENT THRU PENNA.TITLE TRANSFER...NOW IN MY NAME....HE HAS A FEW FOR OUR CARS...A 1927 STAR CONV TRUCK, A RUGBY OF SOME KIND AND...

Views: 235 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 11, 2012 1:16pm
by gary k

Kevin Hitchcock

Back on the road

Hi all, Its been a few months now since my dilema of a broken axle. So with the rear gaurd and body repaired I now have the car back on the road. I thought I'd say thanks to everyone for their input on where to get parts, etc. Thanks heaps. Unfortunatly I los...

Views: 551 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 9, 2012 6:01pm
by gary k

Dan Cotney

Parts

I have a Star grease cap/hub cap in good condition - the one with a Star, anyone need one?

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Last Post: May 5, 2012 6:28am
by Dan Cotney

Roy Tabony

Glolite headlamp glass.

I have an interest in old cars and spares. Recently I bought a quantity of Rolls Royce and Bentley parts. When sorting I found a Glolite Headlamp Lense. Via your website I note these lamps were fitted to Durant cars! Glass size approx. 9,5/8 dia. Convex. vertical flu...

Views: 413 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 3, 2012 7:34pm
by Norm Toone

Jack Connor

How did tire discussion get to Tim Hortons donuts.

Please be assured that I would never drop a Tim Bit let alone a real Timmies donut. THUS !!! The Tim Hortons that do live in the US are not my fault but are my pleasure to attend.

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Last Post: May 3, 2012 12:22pm
by Jack Connor

Claude Lavoie

Continental engine 14L valve springs

Any idea where I could find 12 new springs for a Continental 14L engine?

Views: 208 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 1, 2012 7:00pm
by Don Shilling

Todd K.

Rear wrap around tin?

Does anybody know what is supposed to go above the rear deck, rear window area starting behind the doors. Is this just wood framed and wrapped in fabric/vinyl or is there supposed to be a metal backer for a 29 coupe. I was looking at the orange 29 coupe in the photos...

Views: 395 Replies: 9

Last Post: Apr 29, 2012 9:39pm
by Todd K.

Todd Karasti

Misc. info.

Hello I am a new owner about to bring home a 29 model 60 coupe. Does anybody know if this car came with stock running boards that were wood?.Also was the rumble seat an option (can I add one) if it was not stock to this car?. Thanks Todd

Views: 381 Replies: 5

Last Post: Apr 29, 2012 9:32pm
by Todd K.

Ken Brink

Traverse City Annual meet.

Reservations confirmed. Have intentions to bring our car. See U all there. Ken and Dorothy Brink

Views: 171 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 29, 2012 3:33pm
by Ken Brink

Mike Linthicum

Question for all you Durant mechanics

While in Charleston saw in Ron's car manual an eye bolt device that they put in I believe #3 cylinder to pull the engine. I know I don't have to use this, but was wondering if anybody knew the size and dimensions of this eye bolt. I believe the spark plugs have fine...

Views: 299 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 28, 2012 5:46am
by Mike Linthicum

Guy Belzil

Brake linings specs plus Vancouver.

Good day gentlemen/gentlewomen. I need to reline my brakes. Seems to be a every 2500 miles affair (mind you I drive in hilly country). Brake shop in Edmonton has charged me $500 twice for relining my brakes. Too much money. So: I have bought a hole counter...

Views: 271 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 26, 2012 4:47pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Mike Linthicum

East Coast Chapter Meet

Fresh back from the recent East Coast Chapter Meet in Charleston and had a great time seeing everyone. Weather was great, not too hot and the rain held out for us. Tour of the Hunley Submarine was exceptional and the bus tour around Charleston was great. Hope everyon...

Views: 642 Replies: 9

Last Post: Apr 26, 2012 12:24pm
by Mike Linthicum

Mike Linthicum

Hotel information & Schedule for April East Coast Chapter Spring Meet

Ok Durantonians, as promised here is the hotel information, and schedule as I have it now for the DMAC East Coast Chapter Spring Meet April 19th through April 22, 2012. Your not going to want to miss this event! Hotel Wingate by Wyndham 9280 University Boulev...

Views: 687 Replies: 29

Last Post: Apr 23, 2012 9:07am
by Tom & Karen Edmo...

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