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Steve Sturim

Star Trans. parts needed

I am working on a 1924 Star Touring car and need a good input shaft and second third slider gear for the transmission. Steve Sturim fordkid1@gmail.com 616-538-0441

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Last Post: May 27, 2010 10:11am
by Dave

Dennis Murphy

1930 Durant rumble seat coupe on EBAY

Item number: 270583346119 US $4,500.00 Reserve price not met

Views: 798 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 25, 2010 3:51pm
by Dennis Murphy

Guy Belzil

Hi - I would appreciate having a W5 - compression discussion

Hi I you have been having a compression discussion with Bill Hoaglan. I would like more input, I know my compression, I know Bill's point of view. My compression on an engine with about 700-800 hours is: Dry #1-50 #2-45 #3-45 #4-55 lbs. Wet #1-52 #2-46 #3-47...

Views: 330 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 23, 2010 2:00pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Don Gaskill

Hub Cap

I am still looking for a hub cap for my M4 it has to have a "D" on it anyone got one

Views: 356 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 23, 2010 9:07am
by Don Gaskill

Guy Belzil

Msg to Frank Witkoski (my running problems)

Hi Frank... Forget all prior messages. Your point about condenser got me to checking that. It is a small rectangular condenser inside the distributor. Well the screw holding the condenser tight (I and assume grounding it) was not tight. Tightened it up and all...

Views: 377 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 22, 2010 8:19am
by Bill Hoaglan

Ken McCormick

Parts for sale

I now have a few parts to get rid of. My trip to missouri supplied me with a lot more than I will ever use so if anyone needs these extra parts and pieces I will gladly sell them . I have a motor- transmission- drive shaft-2 rims for wood wheels- starter- gene...

Views: 400 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 21, 2010 8:13pm
by Gary k

Guy Belzil

W5 - Zenith B gas ( I think ) problem.... Help Required

I put 500 miles on this carburator last year and am working on my 2nd 100 miles for this year.. So my old car is getting around somewhat. But I inherited a new problem. The problem, I think, seems to be a gas problem.... My car has a Zenith Model B carburator....

Views: 386 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 20, 2010 4:39pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Guy Belzil

Fan Belt - Where to buy

Goodday I am looking for a place to buy another fan belt for my W5. Where are 1 inch flat 38 inch long belts to be purchased ? I checked with George Moir and the Fords longest belt was 36 inches. Thanks ahead of time Guy

Views: 638 Replies: 9

Last Post: May 18, 2010 10:37pm
by Don Gaskill

Guy Belzil

Help required Coil - W5 with Autolite electronics

Goodday.... Went for a 60 mile test run yesterday and had to be trailered home..... But good day anyway. My summation and farmer stopper byers's summation is that the coil has quit or intermittently very weak. I ordered a6 volt (no external resistor) coil fr...

Views: 302 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 18, 2010 7:14am
by Guy Belzil

Frank Witkowski

Do These Cars Still Exist ???

Hi All.... I just purchased an accumulation of Durant literature. Among the items where two Harrah"s Vehicle items. One is an auction catalog from the June 27-29 1986 no reserve sale. On page 8 is a listing for lot # 36 a 1931 DeVaux DeLuxe rumble seat coupe....

Views: 402 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 16, 2010 11:18pm
by Gary Yelle

Dennis Murphy

1930 Durant Mod. 70 VERY RARE - $17500 (Heathsville, VA)

FYI - No Photos - This is a craigslist posting. I am not selling this car. The contact number is below. Date: 2010-04-23, 10:13AM EDT Reply to: sale-vhxx2-1706097337@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] ------------------------------------------------...

Views: 387 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 16, 2010 5:48pm
by Frank Witkowski

Peter Hartmann

Continental engine 6-66

Hello, I found out, that your DURANT`s and STAR`s have the same 6-cyl CONTINENTAL-L-head engine, which is built in into my AUBURN 6-66 A from 1927. I`m just restoring it and I`m looking for a new oil guard, which is placed at the rear end of the crankshaft. It wa...

Views: 273 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 16, 2010 7:13am
by Frank Witkowski

thorsten

New - old RUGBY-Sign for bonnet

Hi everyone, I got last year from Paul in Australia an old and original RUGBY-Sign for to put on the side of the bonnet. I tryed allready to find another one to have two of them, but no luck with that Idea. So my Buddy Dirk made two knew ones for me. I will pu...

Views: 586 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 12, 2010 5:36pm
by joe griffin

Frank Witkowski

Dayton Meet Pictures Needed

Hi All...... If you took any pictures at the Dayton spring meet I need them. My camera malfunctioned and most of my pictures did not come out. Or maybe I don't know how to use it! If you took some pictures, please send them to either Carol or myself. Neede...

Views: 219 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 12, 2010 9:42am
by Tom & Karen Edmo...

joe griffin

carburator needed

looking for a good carb for a 1930 rugby...tillition S4D can also be a good rebuildable one. thanks joe

Views: 278 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 12, 2010 9:02am
by joe griffin

Jack Connor

Alfred Bartak

I have been informed by Alfred's daughter Nicole and wife Veronika that Alfred passed away on Apr.22. Alfred had a recent article in the Durant Partner.

Views: 301 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 10, 2010 1:21pm
by Rick Botti

Mike Linthicum

Where are all the Durant signs?

Funny things that just pop into your head. I was wondering where all the Durant signs have disappeared to? I know of several Star Motors signs (The green ones) that members own, at least four anyway but who owns or knows of where any Durant Motors signs are? Just cur...

Views: 377 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 9, 2010 6:43am
by Dave Schulte

Carol

salesman sample Star on ebay??

Its a rainy day here, and I am just crusin' the net.. Check out this great salesman sample on ebay, the seller thinks it is a Durant star car sample, but it looks more like a Dodge to me... what a price! It is item number 380229037600 The seller is: rdscars

Views: 281 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 8, 2010 5:19pm
by Don Shilling

Dwayne Scheidel

Need help finding a thowout bearing

1928 Durant 2-door sedan Model D-65 Engine #15L-1839 I would appreciate any help locating one Dwayne Scheidel 1769 7 mile road NW Comstock Park Mi 49321 cell 616-901-8657 thanks

Views: 261 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 8, 2010 1:12pm
by Warren Rauch

Dennis Murphy

1926 Durant 614 Star M-2 (Coupe) for sale

FYI http://www.collectorcarhunter.com/listings/detail01.lasso?listing=33466 Location: , British Columbia - Canada 22,500 obo Classification: Original Condition: Condition 1: PRISTINE Colour: Light Green with Light Green interior Dennis

Views: 507 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 8, 2010 9:53am
by Dennis Murphy

Dennis Murphy

1928 Durant D65 open tourer. LHD

Sharp Car!!! Make: Durant Model: 3.0 litre D65 Year: 1928 Price: £16,800 1928 Durant open tourer. Left hand drive. Chassis number E-7735 Registration number SL9745 Under the current ownership since 1983. This car was imported by the present owner f...

Views: 803 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 8, 2010 9:25am
by Dennis Murphy

Dennis Murphy

Another 1926 Star for sale on craigslist

For Members FYI 1926 Star/Durant Sedan - $5000 (Northern Wisconsin) Date: 2010-05-06, 11:06AM CDT Reply to: sale-95sw5-1727413300@craigslist.org 1926 Star Durant, F model., 26 series 4 speed, WB 109 in., 4 cylinder, tillotson carb, single plate clutch, wei...

Views: 709 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 8, 2010 6:41am
by Dennis Murphy

Rick Botti

Canadian Region Meet

Information and registration form for the 2010 Canadian Region Meet are now location on the Events page. Rick

Views: 284 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 6, 2010 5:12pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Frank Witkowski

Congratulations Carol ! Partner Award

Hi All..... Reading through the latest "Old Cars Weekly" I see that our great editor Carol Fogarazzo has once again won the Golden Quill Award for her outstanding effort on the Durant Partner. I know that Carol puts a lot of time and effort into making each is...

Views: 252 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 6, 2010 5:09pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Rick Botti

Liverrmore Tour Day Three

Third and final day of touring took us along scenic back roads to the Blackhawk museum in Danville. Our cars were parked in front of the main entrance to the museum with the Stars in the middle and the one of the two Durant’s on each side. Afterwards we d...

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Last Post: May 5, 2010 11:05pm
by Rick Botti

Lance Chabot

Locomobile parts needed; Name wanted

All, At the Dayton meet last Saturday night while showing photos one of the Club members mentioned; "a friend was finishing up a high-end Locomobile", who had a lot of Locomobile parts!! Whoops, I didn't get the club members name or telephone number, or his Frie...

Views: 244 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 5, 2010 8:28pm
by Lance Chabot

Ken McCormick

rims for wood wheels

Someone asked me one time about rims for wood spoke wheels . I did not have any at that time but have now got 4 and they seem to be in good condition . They are for sale if anyone is interested in them . I dont need then for my wire wheels . Make me an offer and lets...

Views: 227 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 5, 2010 8:24pm
by Lance Chabot

Lance Chabot

Locomobile Model history and Horsepower.

Cdmn, There is No reference of a 6-70 model. Originally at the Jan 1925 Auto Show there was a Junior-6 shown but it was too close to the Flint, and Locomobile went with the Junior-8 in 1925. However Early 1925 Ads call this model the "Straight-Eight" but data-tags s...

Views: 788 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 5, 2010 10:40am
by cdmn

Rick Botti

Second Annaul PCC Spring Tour

Durantonians, Here is first notice for the upcoming Spring Tour to be held in the Livermore / Tracy area from May 3-6th. We will be arriving in Livermore on May 3rd and spend 3 nights at the La Quinta Inn in Livermore, departing on Thursday, May 6th. More inf...

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Last Post: May 5, 2010 8:46am
by Bill Hoaglan

Roy Tunby

wanted, to purchase a Durant or Star sedan

Wanted; A durant or Star sedan, no tourings.

Views: 369 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 5, 2010 7:34am
by Dave

Rick Botti

Day Two of Pacific Coast Chapter Tour

In the morning drove over the Altamont Pass on the old Lincoln highway. We stopped to regroup alongside the California Aqueduct, and then it was off to the towns of Mountain House and Tracey for Lunch. Later we drove to a restored 1930’s era gas station for a p...

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Last Post: May 4, 2010 11:18pm
by Lance Haynes

Brian

What order did you do your restoration in?

I am now done with the rear diff in my '26 coupe, tomorrow should see it mounted in the frame. Next I am planning on doing the front end, I want to get it rolling so I can move it around the shop. After that I was planning on doing the transmission, drive shaft a...

Views: 279 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 4, 2010 10:02pm
by Brian

Ken McCormick

Carb on this motor

I have a carb on this engine that is a carter Model BB-1 . I always understood that the carbs for this car were a stromberg or tillotson . Would this be a kind of jury rig made so the car would run or is it another of the many weird parts that show up on the durant...

Views: 257 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 3, 2010 5:15pm
by DAVE ENRICO

Mike Linthicum

Dayton Spring Meet

OK it's been a day since you all returned home, so let's hear about the Dayton Spring meet and see some pictures. Hated I could not go, but can't wait to see some pictures and hear some reports.

Views: 336 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 3, 2010 2:51am
by Tom & Karen Edmo...

ross merrill

star car sign

i just purchased what i believe is a 1925 star car porcelain dealer sign. was wondering if anyone would have an idea of the value of this sign. condition is prob a good 7 out of 10. thanks

Views: 332 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 3, 2010 2:03am
by ross merrill

Ed Vomero

1928 Locomobile

At the Staten Island AACA Car Show today a 1928 Locomobile rolled in. The car was Fully restored and beautiful. I spoke to the owner and he will be joining our club. I asked him if he could possibly come to our Lancaster Meet, he said he would try. I will post pictur...

Views: 276 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 2, 2010 7:44pm
by cdmn

Dave

Need 27 star coach body

Looking for 27 coach body from the fenders up and also a hood have the complete drive train and I have wheels but possibly need some. Thanks

Views: 278 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 2, 2010 10:55am
by Dave

Mike Butters

1930/31 Outside Doorhandles

I have in stock a new set of spear type outside doorhandles for sale. Locking and non-locking are both available. If anyone is interested feel free to email me at nbutters@eagle.ca

Views: 482 Replies: 10

Last Post: May 2, 2010 5:28am
by Norm Toone

wendy browne

Parts catologe for sale

I am selling a durant parts catolog for 30.00. Is this a fair price? Picture and ad can be see on craigslidt humboldt county ca under for sale antuqies. email me if interested. Has blank order form and addressed envlope. Thanks

Views: 268 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 2, 2010 5:18am
by Norm Toone

Don Gaskill

HUB CAP

On my way to a car show on Saturday I lost one of my hubcaps, so I am looking for (1) cap with the letter "D" on it. Can anyone help? Don

Views: 380 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 1, 2010 5:42pm
by Gary k

Dennis Murphy

1930 durant for sale on craigslist - $15000 (portland)

Hello All FYI - This is posted on Portland's Craiglist. Dennis

Views: 338 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 1, 2010 5:41pm
by Gary k

Dennis Murphy

1926 Durant Star 2 Coupe-8,000 Obo - $8000 (Loveland) - Fort Collins

Another Craigslist Sale.

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Last Post: May 1, 2010 3:29pm
by Dennis Murphy

Dennis Murphy

1925 FLINT OPEN For Sale (Rockford, Illinois)

A FLINT for sale on craigslist. Best offer over $35,000.00 Telephone 815-983-0163 weekdays/daytime.

Views: 255 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 1, 2010 3:14pm
by Dennis Murphy

Dennis Murphy

1924 DURANT STAR - $7000 (spokane,wa)

This Craigslist listing had no photos. 1924 DURANT STAR -- 7,000.00 or OBO. RUNS GREAT AND HAS NEW TIRES. CUTE CLASSIC !!! HEAD TURNER !!! PLEASE CALL 509-926-2044

Views: 367 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 1, 2010 3:08pm
by Dennis Murphy

Dave

1926 sedan

Looking for info on 1926 two door sedan cars and looking for body parts have complete under carriage and fenders so any help would be greatly appreciated.Also looking for pictures of this car. Thanks

Views: 363 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 1, 2010 12:47pm
by cdmn

Roger

1924 Star roadster parts for sale

I recently acquired a 1924 Star roadster basket case. I'm keeping the body from the cowl on back, the windshield, the headlights and the steering wheel, everything else is for sale. That would include the frame and suspension, which is in good condition. 4 wheels and...

Views: 320 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 28, 2010 3:18pm
by Roger

S. Blomquist

Frame preparation

I am making progress on the Durant restoration and am at the point of preparing the frame for paint. The frame is straight and in relatively great shape with just minor surface rust in some areas. I am curious as to what most people typically do...the steps you take...

Views: 361 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 27, 2010 6:45pm
by Vince O'Brien

Ross Hoevet

paterson automobile

There is an interesting car for sale on ebay right now. It's a 1922 Paterson touring. Paterson was started in 1869 in Flint Michigan making carriages and buggies. They ended up using 6 cylinder Continental motors (which this car has). Sounds kind of familiar doesn't...

Views: 301 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 27, 2010 10:52am
by Ross Hoevet

Dennis

1931 Devaux Restored Chassis

Hello All, Finally making some progress on my restoration. The brake shoes have been relined and the rear end has all new bearings, races, and seals. Dennis

Views: 509 Replies: 5

Last Post: Apr 23, 2010 6:47pm
by John Willoughby

Rick Botti

Durant model 619 in the Netherlands

Here is a picture of what appears to me as a model 619. The picture was taken somewhere in the Netherlands years ago. I don't know how I came to have this picture or just how many years it has in buried in the computer. But it is a nice discovery. What do you thin...

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Last Post: Apr 23, 2010 11:00am
by Gordon F. Curl

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