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Rick Botti

What Spark plugs to use??

My 1931 model 619 arrived last night and I have spent today tuning up the engine. I cleaned the plugs and noticed that they are two differnt heat ranges and pretty worn out. So I'll need to replace them with fresh plugs. What plugs would you recommend for the 22A...

Views: 236 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 26, 2010 7:08am
by Frank Witkowski

George Francis

Finding what the car looked like

Can anyone help me I.D. what this car looked like originally? Here's all the info I can find on the car: Dort Eagle logo is in brass on radiator Car # 15460 Model # 9 (?) Flint, Mich Motor # K6495 Lycoming Foundary and Machine Shop Transmission - Mechanics...

Views: 479 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 25, 2010 11:14am
by George Francis

Dennis Comer

Carburetor

I have a 1929 Durant Model 60. Have engine totally rebuilt. Runs great however original carburetor is leaking gas. Could anyone suggest a dependable replacement for the original for open road driving. Thanks

Views: 231 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 24, 2010 7:40am
by Mike Linthicum

Norm Toone

Durant for sale

Just back once again for the season and had this from my Kijiji ad for parts / info on the 32. Haven't received a reply back from the sender telling me any info as to year etc. "Call my buddy rob 905 728TIRE in oshawa he has durant for sale"

Views: 335 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 24, 2010 4:11am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Star Motor Trans etc For Sale Otego New York

Hi All...... Talked to a fellow this evening who has the remains of a Star 4 cylinder power unit. Fairly complete, missing radiator. Has cowl and front axle motor accessories. Wants it to go to a good home with a club member. Priced at less than scrap value a...

Views: 327 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 21, 2010 4:52pm
by Frank Witkowski

George Albright

WNTD:1931-33 Canadian Frontenac SOHC engine. Leads?

Dear Friends I am looking for one of the 1931-33 SOHC engines ,built by Van Ranst and Louis Chevrolet for the Canadian built Frontenac Six Automobiles,built by Dominion Motors of Toronto,successor to Durant of Canada. I would consider a complete car also. The same ba...

Views: 420 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 21, 2010 2:12pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Graham Batty

Bendix brakes

The BENDIX front brakes on my 1929 Durant RUGBY are adjusted by means of a 'wormscrew' and locknut. One of these has sheared and I am having difficulty locating a spare here in the UK. Anyone know where I can get one either here or in the USA?

Views: 305 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 20, 2010 6:47am
by Graham Batty

Frank Witkowski

National Meet Sept 8-12 Lancaster Pennsylvania Info

Hi All..... Well it's not too early to make your plans and reservations for the National Meet. You can find all the hotel and registration information by clicking on the 2010 National Meet button on the left. Last one on the bottom. Hope to see you all ther...

Views: 2198 Replies: 70

Last Post: Sep 18, 2010 5:14pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Rick Botti

Durants in Canada

Below are two links to three articles regarding Durants built in Canada. I learned that Durant was the number three car maker there, pretty impressive. Rick Durants in Canada Part 1 Durants in Canada Part 2 & 3 Scroll down the page

Views: 343 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 18, 2010 10:30am
by Rick Botti

Lance Haynes

Get Well Card

Wow I got a nice get well card in the mail full of medicine for me from all the attendees of the Lancaster Pennsylvania Natl meet. When one has been knocked down this badly with cancer not sure one understands how meaningful a nice big get well card with all your s...

Views: 308 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 17, 2010 9:16pm
by Lance Haynes

Frank Witkowski

Durant Coupe Parts Car For Sale / Pictures

Hi All........ This parts car is for sale in Everett Washington. Maybe some of you Pacific North West members can use some of these items. The owner did not want his information public. I do have his contact info. Looks to have been a rumble seat coupe, b...

Views: 377 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 17, 2010 9:06pm
by George Francis

Charles A. Spitz, AIA, NCARB

Sadness at the passing of a good friend and member.

The following is the text of an email that was just received from Dick Krause: Dear Friends of Bob I am writing this note to you all with tears in my eyes. I have been bless to be Bob's son for 60 years, and have lost not only a father but a dear dear friend....

Views: 433 Replies: 8

Last Post: Sep 17, 2010 1:31pm
by Yates Milton

Frank Witkowski

William C. "Billy" Durant Award Goes to Yates Milton

Hi All....... At the National meet banquet in Lancaster Pennsylvania, Yates Milton received this award for his outstanding contributions to the DMAC. THANK YOU Yates for all you have done for this Club. Frank ---

Views: 384 Replies: 4

Last Post: Sep 17, 2010 12:43pm
by Yates Milton

Jack Connor

The Bus

I was checking out that really good looking bus again. Are those the original FENDER SKIRTS ???? COOOOOL!

Views: 249 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 14, 2010 10:57pm
by Rick Botti

Don Gaskill

Bearing inserts

Does anyone know if there is anyone who make bearing inserts for a w5 so I don't have to have them rebabbitted? looking for rods and mains

Views: 253 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 14, 2010 8:09pm
by Gary k

Mike Linthicum

Devaux for sale on Ebay

There is a good looking Devaux for sale on ebay in Washington State. Looks fairly complete and don't want this to go the hot rod route. Check it out.

Views: 259 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 14, 2010 5:57am
by Mike Linthicum

Ricardo H. Colombo

Steering gear box

Dear Durantonians: Now, again on the road with my 1928 M2 Touring, I am trying to solve some driving issues. My steering wheel can be rotated up to 3 inches at the rim level, without moving the wheels, nor the pitman arm. The steering box I have, correspond to w...

Views: 410 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 14, 2010 3:28am
by Ricardo H. Colom...

Rick Botti

DMAC Lancaster Meet is Underway

Update from Lancaster Yesterday, people and cars arrived throughout the day and evening. The weather was sunny and warm and today promises to be in the mid 70's, sunny with clear skies. It is good to see new people and cars here along with familiar faces. The...

Views: 376 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 13, 2010 2:21pm
by Yates Milton

Gary Yelle

Web site:

Hi All: Follow this web site: www.prewarcar.com. You will understand. More will be told Tuesday. Gary

Views: 311 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 12, 2010 11:34pm
by Gary Yelle

Jeri Stewart

Seats, Upholstery, Interior Ideas, Please?

So, my boyfriend, Phillip Butterfield, owns a Durant. I LOVE this car. I would love to get the interior redone, but I have no idea where to start. First of all, the seat springs we currently have in the poor girl are all wrong. Can anyone tell me of a good place to g...

Views: 233 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 12, 2010 4:51pm
by Jeri Stewart

Tom Allan

DeVaux literature

I have some DeVaux dealer literature listed on Ebay, and because I don't think your Ebay link includes DeVaux, though I would put it out here. Thanks, TTA

Views: 191 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 8, 2010 10:14pm
by Gary Yelle

Paul

Generator Output

Driving my car around at dusk, I've turned on the headlights and the ammeter goes from about +10amp to -5amp. I can rev the engine but it doesn't go positive so I'm assuming I'm draining battery. Is there an adjustment I should make so that this doesn't happen or s...

Views: 317 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 6, 2010 8:08am
by paul

steve dobbing

1928 wood restoration questions

i am currently restoring a 1928 m2 and there is a bunch of wood rot,some not usable as templates.how do i find out what kind or wood was original and is there such a thing as plans i could acquire.if anybody could help with info would be greatly appreciated.

Views: 321 Replies: 2

Last Post: Sep 5, 2010 9:58am
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

DeVaux brochure on AACA forum

Hi All..... Any DeVaux owners able to identify this brochure in the AACA forum?? Just follow this link: http://forums.aaca.org/f170/de-vaux-brochure-288353.html Frank ---

Views: 267 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 4, 2010 11:45am
by Frank Witkowski

Frank Witkowski

Lancaster Agenda Final Edition

Hi All..... Here is the revised agenda for the meet. Some additions and corrections made. Weather looks very pleasant for next week. Don't forget the camera and the vintage clothes........ Frank --- DMAC National Meet September 9th through 12th 2010...

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Last Post: Sep 3, 2010 10:14am
by Frank Witkowski

Guy Belzil

Gas Mileage

Sirs : Did amother good jaunt with the Star last weekend, 235 miles... **** near run out of gas. The literature says 25 mpg and I calculated my trip at 20 mpg @ 35 mph mainly. This is part of my "tuning", so I am wondering other peoples' numbers (mpg's)....

Views: 269 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 3, 2010 4:57am
by Guy Belzil

K Nordquist

No go

Well my summer touring is over and I missed out on some really big events in the N.W. this year.. But what's more important getting together with family,who may not be with us much longer or buggin' around in the old buggy? I think the the Durant will be around lon...

Views: 251 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 2, 2010 11:33pm
by K Nordquist

Don Gaskill

Rod Knock

Well after waiting 6 weeks for the return of my distributor put in in timed it went to a car show and about half way there I got a rod knock thank God for AAA now it is pull the engine.

Views: 276 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 28, 2010 7:51pm
by Don Gaskill

JOHN AMRINE

1917 Dort Touring Car for sale

For sale Restored 1917 Dort touring car.Frame up restoration.

Views: 488 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 28, 2010 7:47pm
by Don Gaskill

dave enrico

fender lights

hello everyone my 1932 devaux has had fender lights in the past,over the years theyve gotten damaged or removed for some reason,my question is where they the same as the late durants,does any body have a picture of a durant fender light, would like to see the lens,m...

Views: 846 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 28, 2010 9:13am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Lancaster Car Count !!!

Hi All........ Mike L, tells me that the car count for Lancaster is increasing every day!! So far we have 4 Durants, 4 Stars and a Rugby. Still time to add your car to this unique group. Hey it doesn't matter what condition, push, pull drag or trailer it in...

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Last Post: Aug 26, 2010 7:18am
by Frank Witkowski

Dave Schulte

Parts for sale

29 Model 70 parts Hood Cowl Front bumper Rear wood wheel 30 Model 617 parts Front brake drums (wire wheel) Front axle assy. Front brake backing plates 30 Model 614 parts Roof tin Dave Schulte Sperry, Iowa

Views: 315 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 26, 2010 3:36am
by S. Blomquist

Ken McCormick

Free pick up and delivery

Same deal as this spring, I am going to be driving a 1 ton chev P U to Lancaster from B C If anyone needs something picked up along the way just let me know. I will be happy to deliver things since I am going there anyway --Same holds true to items from there...

Views: 246 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 24, 2010 8:11pm
by Ken McCormick

Bill DeVries

Durant Hotel

As some of you know, the Durant Hotel in Flint Michigan has undergone a renovation and restoration. The Flint Chamber of Commerce has invited the DMAC to display some Durant vehicles in front of the hotel during the "Back to the Bricks" car show August 20 & 21 which...

Views: 1305 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 23, 2010 10:36pm
by Rick Botti

Gary k

wanted - windshield stanchions (posts) for 1925 model f star

hello, i am hoping to find a pair of Reasonably priced windshield posts...i just picked up headlights and bar for $20 FROM GUY AT MACUNGIE PA. SHOW ..HE.HAD NO IDEA WHAT THEY WERE....MINE MOUNTS TO BODY STUBS WITH TWO BOLTS 1 AND 1/2" APART WITH MOUNT HOLES ON SHAF...

Views: 233 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 23, 2010 8:54pm
by Gary k

Rick Botti

Lance Haynes Progress

Some of you may know that Lance Haynes was diagnosed with Oral Cancer. Here is a note from Lance's girl friend regarding his condition. Friday, July 30, 2010 7:10 PM, PDT Hello All, this is Erica, Lance's girlfriend. He survived the 11 hour surgery yesterday...

Views: 722 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 23, 2010 3:51pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Rick Botti

Website Updates

Over the past few weeks I have been quietly updating the website with your pictures and tech docs. I have more to do but anywhere you see the word “new” I have updated or added new material. Today I added pictures of the 2010 Canadian Gathering and poste...

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Last Post: Aug 22, 2010 6:06pm
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

There is a 1931 Model 619 on Ebay

There is a 1931 619 Sedan for Sale on EBay Item number: 110571222389 Rick

Views: 505 Replies: 13

Last Post: Aug 19, 2010 9:04pm
by Gary k

Ken and Norma McCormick

Lancaster Meeting

Well I guess we are coming to see the eastern country. Made my hotel reservations today .Sending in my registration form this afternoon . Took a lot of talking but I have her convinced that it will be a good time. See you all in Lancaster. Ed V. if Franz is not goin...

Views: 187 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 19, 2010 12:45pm
by Bob Smith

Frank Witkowski

Attention Canadians Save this STAR !!!

Hi All....... Could be a good parts source for someone. This is an email I just received: FRANK: the easiest way to start this is as follows - my name is Doug Palmer and I live near Perth Ontario Canada.........a local car wrecker (yes a redneck)...

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Last Post: Aug 19, 2010 9:04am
by Frank Witkowski

Guy Belzil

35 mph+ bucking and performance failure - Thoughts needed

Hello Members Have done about 5 100+ miles trips this summer, plus multiple 10 / 25 miles jaunts, so far.. Runs like a dream, climbs the Peace River hills and down the road steady eddy, at 32 - 33 mph. Can get it up to 38-40 mph easily enough but after about a...

Views: 340 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 17, 2010 9:18pm
by Vince O'Brien

Ken McCormick

Upholstery

I am looking for help again. What material should be used in the rumble seat area of this car? For the seat and for the sidewalls as well. I have some pretty good fibreglass backing I can use as stiffener but dont know what to cover it with. I would think maybe it...

Views: 390 Replies: 5

Last Post: Aug 17, 2010 10:21am
by Ross Hoevet

Arthur Roberts

Hershey 2010

Hershey is Oct 6-9 this year, with a set up ( sneak peak) day the 5th. We have the opportunity to have 1 or 2 booths in the Chocalate field. Last year Frank and Gary and several others of our kin spent sdome good hours buying, selling, trading, and otherwise ki...

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Last Post: Aug 13, 2010 9:21pm
by Gary k

S. Blomquist

King pins

I am looking to replace the king pins and bushings on my D75. King pin diameter is 0.874" dia x 5.25" long with the locking slot centered on the length. The bushings are 1.0" outside dia x 1.25" long with a spiral grease groove. Does anyone know where I could purchas...

Views: 371 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 12, 2010 12:44pm
by S. Blomquist

Keith N

drivin'

Hey Durantonians, Well I'v managed to get some driving in this summer with the Ol' girl despite a very busy summer touring with a Pink Floyd tribute band. However, she has devoloped some issues .. I have a vibration when I get up to around 30-35 but subsides at lowe...

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Last Post: Aug 12, 2010 12:34pm
by Keith N

James Woods

6 volt ignition

we cannot get the coil to fire as it should. We have got voltage all over and have triple checked everything-we think!! Do any of you have any ideas that may lead us to something we have overlooked? someone is bound to be able to shed some light on this. We just g...

Views: 469 Replies: 9

Last Post: Aug 10, 2010 7:44pm
by James

Ken McCormick

Upholstry Material and methods

Going to try again and see if there is any info out there to help me. I am trying to get the material and fasteners for my upholstry. What kind of stuff is used as stiffener behind the material on the door panels and the other interior walls. I have found a source f...

Views: 348 Replies: 6

Last Post: Aug 7, 2010 8:54pm
by Jack Connor

Ken Brink

noise in my A22 engine

3 weeks ago went to a car show, when I drove in to our Drive way I heard a noise sound to me like a rod nock. Today the person that has worked on my Durant said that he had pulled the oil pan looking to see what he could see. Says he I don't know how to work on this...

Views: 350 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 7, 2010 8:22pm
by cdmn

Charles Evans

depo hack

Any one know in what year was the name depo hack changed to station wagon ? I HAVE A 1926 STAR and wondering what to call it , and what to say it is when i have it registered . Chuck.

Views: 250 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 7, 2010 8:18pm
by cdmn

Frank Witkowski

For Sale 1929 Durant Model 60 Roadster

Hi All..... This car is for sale in Europe. Located in the Netherlands. Owner is in Germany, so has German paper work. The car is pictured in the photographs section under roadster showroom. It is the gray roadster, top row middle. I have additional pictu...

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Last Post: Aug 3, 2010 6:05am
by Frank Witkowski

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