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willy

anyone looking to buy

a friend is interested in selling his complete, fully restorable Durant. The only thing i see missing is the lady from top of the rad. Pics available upon request. Serious inquiries only please.

Views: 306 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 17, 2010 6:12am
by Lance Chabot

Brian

Split Type Rear End Housing

I am re-machining the differential for new bearings. From what I can see in the repair manual, the bearings should stay in the housings, is this correct? Does the diff have to slide in the bearings in order to adjust the ring gear to the pinion? Thanks, Brian.

Views: 453 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 16, 2010 6:22pm
by Brian

dale block

Tillotson carburetor

Hi, I inherited a box of misc antique car parts from my dad. He had collected various antique cars. I have a Tillotson carburetor Model L 1A and I think it is brass. I sent Tillotson an email with a picture of the carburetor and the model # and asked what year o...

Views: 539 Replies: 10

Last Post: Apr 16, 2010 11:33am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

Visits by Country

Even after 12 years of managing this website, I'm still amazed by how many people visit this site and the forum everyday. The numbers are very good at over 150 visits a day, But I'm also curious about where they come from and I can certainly say the website is paid v...

Views: 339 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 13, 2010 8:16pm
by Rick Botti

Franz Fraitzl

Parts from me to you delivered by Kem McCormick?

Just putting it out there that since Ken offered. I could send the distributor housings and other parts to Dayton. Let me know by sunday night. Franz

Views: 335 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 13, 2010 5:49am
by Lance Chabot

Franz Fraitzl

Distributor housings

Just wanted to put it out there that I will send a few extra distributor housings with Ken. I will probably get together with him in the next couple of days. Please let me know if there is something else needed. Also if someone need something rebuilt give it to K...

Views: 357 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 12, 2010 12:31pm
by Ken McCormick

Henri Houle

landau bars

Don , in your project Star coupe 1927 will you install the landau bars? I am looking for a set. if someone got informations about that i will appreciate pics.

Views: 617 Replies: 4

Last Post: Apr 11, 2010 9:42am
by Dennis

Franz Fraitzl

Distributor housings

Hello everyone, just wanted to share, that I just finished the second model housing. This one is for earlier models.

Views: 647 Replies: 11

Last Post: Apr 9, 2010 5:39pm
by Darren

Don Shilling

Getting Sidetracked to Get Started Again

Have you ever worked yourself into a situation where you had to do several other things to finish the first? Well, I bought a Norton surface grinder at auction and I had no way to get it off my trailer. So, I found a 1971 Toyota 4000 lb. forklift in Houston for 400....

Views: 333 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 9, 2010 4:06pm
by Don Shilling

Ken McCormick

Free delivery of parts

I will be leaving here on wed the 14th . Have room to haul parts if anyone needs them . I am driving a 1 ton chev so have lots of room. As long as its not to far off my route I would be happy to pick up and deliver to Dayton . Heading to Spokane -then east on I 90 d...

Views: 304 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 9, 2010 3:59pm
by Norm Toone

Ken Brink

Ignition Key/s

I am in need of an Ignition Key for my 1923 Durant A22. I hope that someone may have and extra key or a replica that I can purchase. Thank you.

Views: 589 Replies: 5

Last Post: Apr 7, 2010 12:53pm
by Norm Toone

joe griffin

flywheel sheet metal cover 1929 rugby

anyone have one for 1929 rugby?

Views: 300 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 5, 2010 6:39am
by joe griffin

Vince O'Brien

Identifying a Transmission

The input shaft on my 25 Star transmission has a lot of slop so I thought I'd rebuild it. Then I found a spare transmission in the pile of parts that came with the car. In comparing the two, the spare has a filler plug on the side while the one in the car doesn't...

Views: 359 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 2, 2010 10:48am
by Vince O'Brien

JD Revell

The remains of a Star Car

I don't know if anybody cares but when I was a teenager living out side of O'Neil, Nebraska I discovered an old car rotting away in the woods on my grandfathers farm. The wood frame members were pretty much gone and so was the engine,the block later discovered in it...

Views: 391 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 2, 2010 4:33am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

Dayton Ohio Spring Meet Hotel Information

Hi All.... Here is the Hotel information for the ECC Spring meet. April 22-24 Holiday Inn Dayton Mall 31 Prestige Plaza Dr. Miamisburg, OH 45342 1-800-287-0037 When you call mention the Durant Motors Auto Club for...

Views: 801 Replies: 19

Last Post: Apr 1, 2010 8:28pm
by Lance Chabot

Dennis Murphy

Brake Return Spring

Hello Fellow members, I am in dire need of a rear brake return spring. The spring measures 7" long. It is a split-spring, but I don't think it has to be as I see no clearance problem. I tried Napa & Auto Zone, but no luck. Thanks for your help. Dennis

Views: 317 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 1, 2010 9:02am
by Ross Hoevet

Norm Toone

614 gas tank unit

Ok my turn to ask questions. I pulled the floation unit out of the 32's tank, pic attached. What the heck is the thing supposed to look like and how does it work ? The center pivot part looked like some crustation off a sunken galleon and it I carefully remove bits I...

Views: 1376 Replies: 35

Last Post: Mar 31, 2010 12:42pm
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

Dayton Ohio-here I come

Made the reservations today - hope to arrive on the 21st of april. See you all there. If anyone needs anything brought from out west let me know -I will be driving a 1 ton chev so have room for some deliveries if there are any needed I will be going thru spokane was...

Views: 277 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 31, 2010 12:13pm
by Ken McCormick

Frank Witkowski

Durant Radio ???

Hi All..... Did any Durant product ever come with a factory radio? Does anyone have one with an aftermarket radio? My 619 has an antenna mounted on the cowl, but any radio is long gone. I was able to find a super rare antenna for my cars on eBay. Now wou...

Views: 838 Replies: 19

Last Post: Mar 31, 2010 11:39am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

Found yet another Durant on craigslist

In Redding, CA Advertised as a 1928 Durant Star all original roadster with rumble seat. http://redding.craigslist.org/cto/1568574679.html

Views: 551 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 31, 2010 11:29am
by Norm Toone

Guy Belzil

W5 Rear Engine Seal

Well when I rev up the old engine, oil start coming out from under the rear main bearing. The Engine was rebuilt, last summer and new felts from Olson's were put in. But now it looks like I must replace the felts. But I do not what to remove crank. Looking...

Views: 366 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 3:25pm
by Guy Belzil

Frank Witkowski

Star Radiator Shell Wanted

Hi All..... I need a good radiator shell for a 1926-27 Star. This is the wider shell as used on the Model M. Willing to buy or trade for a shell in good condition that can be plated. Thanks....... Frank ---

Views: 326 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 6:21am
by Frank Witkowski

Dwayne Scheidel

throw out bearing

I'm looking for a throw out bearing for a 1928 Durant Engine No. 15L-1839 Serial No. E-2662 Model D-65 I appreciate any help Thank You Dwayne Scheidel 1769 7 mile road NW Comstock Park Mi 49321 Cell 616-901-8657

Views: 289 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 5:18am
by Dwayne Scheidel

John Sweeney

Head Light Rims Durant A22 1924

Hi Fellows, Hope you may be able to help me. Looking for Headlight Rims for my A22 Durant 1924 Project.The ones I have are passed the restorable stage.

Views: 432 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 1:23am
by Bruce McCann

Shaun Murphy

I'm needing help, Brakes and Gauges.

I finally got the call i’ve been waiting for. My motor is finished and ready to be picked up. Talk about crazy on the price though, about $2000 more then I was anticipating. I’ll be heading down to San Diego to pick it up this weekend. What do I need to r...

Views: 743 Replies: 15

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 1:16am
by Bruce McCann

Hornbyone

Early A22 and parts seeking

Hi, would anyone have a pair of National brand cowl light lens to part with, they match the National script headlight lens. I am also looking for a Durant Hayes wire wheel cap as well, am missing one from wire wheels. My car is the earliest of the A22 versions with u...

Views: 642 Replies: 10

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 1:09am
by Bruce McCann

vernon acres

Ignition key

Anyone have a key or know where I can get one? I am tired of twiting the wires together under the dash, don,t want to burn the old girl down. I could hook up a toggle for now but would like to do it right. Thanks Vern

Views: 991 Replies: 17

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 12:51am
by Bruce McCann

Don Shilling

The Latest Partner

I'm cleaning my desk top, paying bills, and catching up on my filing, (mostly round files), and now I find a Durant Partner under this pile of papers that I haven't read. It's unsealed which means my wife has already read it and placed it where I could find it easily...

Views: 296 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 12:30am
by Jim Greenamyer

Bruce McCann

A22 Hayes Durant wire wheel hub cap and hood mechanism details - 4 door open tourer body

Would anyone know where I could procure a good Hayes Durant wire wheel hubcap for A22 Durant? I am missing one of the four. I have procured a low mileage Durant that had sat underneath a house for 60 years. It has a really good body and easy restoration. Car i...

Views: 389 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 30, 2010 12:18am
by Bruce McCann

Bob Deangelis

Water Outlet Pipe for 1924 Star

I need a new water outlet pipe for my 1924 Star with a W-4 engine. I know these were reproduced at some time but I have not been able to locate one. Can anyone help? Thanks, Bob

Views: 324 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 29, 2010 7:59am
by Bob Deangelis

David Ford

Sell

Hi All, it's been a while. Hard economic times has forced me to put my 1929 M-2 up for sale. It has all been re-done, except for a couple items.Body and interior new, engine-starter-generater rebuilt, new tires. All it needs speedo rebuilt, brakes need some work, oth...

Views: 351 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 29, 2010 7:51am
by David Ford

Gordon F. Curl

15th Annual DMAC Ontario Region meet & Tour

Hi all you good folk! This is your advance notice of the 15th Annual DMAC tour. July 1 - 4, 2010 To be held in Guelph at the same location as the last two years. As in other years, we will be inviting two other groups to join in with us. WOKR club (Willys Ove...

Views: 317 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 29, 2010 7:15am
by Gordon F. Curl

Don Gaskill

second gear

I am still looking for a second gear for my M2 3 speed can anyone tell me where I get one "OR" do I need to have it made?

Views: 370 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 27, 2010 10:00am
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

DeVaux Police Car ???

Hi All... OK all you DeVaux owners out there. This picture showed up on the AACA forum recently. It was identified as a DeVaux Police car. What do you think? Frank ---

Views: 374 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 24, 2010 6:40am
by Frank Witkowski

Rick Botti

Reproduction Clutch Fingers

Last night I received a new pair of clutch fingers for my 1929 model 60. They are made of high grade steel from an original part in excellent condition. The new parts are slightly thicker at ¼”. In a couple of weeks I will install them along and let you kn...

Views: 500 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 23, 2010 5:57pm
by Rick Botti

ELI REEVE

Need help with possible value of a Durant delivery truck.

I have a friend who has a 1926 Star canopy top open cab delivery truck, that was restored by her late father. It is in great shape, runs and drives and we have tons of literature and pics of the restoration and parades of this wonderful vehicle. Unfortunately, she...

Views: 384 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 20, 2010 8:17pm
by ELI REEVE

Terry Harris

need studs for wire wheels

I am looking for studs for wire wheels 5 left hand studs and 10 leftnuts and 10 right nuts also looking for caps to fit on wire wheels can be plain or have the D on them any condition Does anyone know of any one who can make them I have found them on the durant sit...

Views: 304 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 18, 2010 7:01pm
by Ken McCormick

Guy Belzil

Ugh - Camber Problem on my right front wheel.

So I have gotten my wooden wheels back from Regina. The wiggle wiggle is gone but..... Now having round and straight felloes, I figured it was time to set the Caster, Camber and Toe In. Caster is ok and understandable, toe in also ( I found 7/8" toe in.. res...

Views: 443 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 18, 2010 6:40pm
by Frank Witkowski

Lance Chabot

Pictures and Data Request; Locomobile

Gary, et All, Great project! I have been collecting this type of data on the Durant era Locomobiles (Mostly alone!) since I got 3+ Tons of parts (mixed-up) with my Locomobile Junior 8's bought previouly (2008). Still sorting and identifying parts myself. There ar...

Views: 492 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 18, 2010 7:47am
by Mike Linthicum

gary kauffman

A REQUEST FOR HELP FROM ALL MEMBERS

dear durantonians, there is a plan afloat, under the auspices of our new President, Rick Botti, to gather pictures of the characteristic parts of each model of our cars - to create a Durant-Star-Flint-Frontenac and Rugby identification guide.. in your work on yo...

Views: 1435 Replies: 26

Last Post: Mar 17, 2010 7:39pm
by Gary k

Steve Compton

Franz Fraitzl, Vancouver Durant Star Car Connection

Hello Frank et al. I'm hoping someone can offer some advice on how to reach Franz Fraitzl of the Vancouver Durant Star Car Connection. I have tried numerous times now to reach Franz by phone and by email without success. I really need the reproduction rear brake...

Views: 776 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 16, 2010 9:31pm
by Vince O'Brien

Frank Witkowski

New Durant Star DeVaux Step Plates For Sale

Hi All..... If you are looking for some step plates for your later Durant product I have the following available. These measure 11 1/2 inches wide and 9 inches deep. They are made of polished aluminum with a rubber insert. The cost is $50 each plus shipping...

Views: 524 Replies: 7

Last Post: Mar 14, 2010 5:47pm
by Frank Witkowski

Don Shilling

1923 Durant Truck For Sale

Here's another one on Dallas Craigslist. However, its stored in Prior Lake, MN 55372. Owner is looking for best offer. Put 1923 Durant in the Dallas search field. Good Luck somebody!!!!

Views: 437 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 14, 2010 5:10pm
by Don Shilling

joe griffin

looking for parts

i need a good steering wheel,the brown center piece the horn button sets in on the steering wheel, inside window handles,outside door handles,if any one can help with these parts please call me at 901-465-0608 joe griffin i also need a good radiator cap that is corre...

Views: 398 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 14, 2010 12:19pm
by Dave Schulte

Dennis Murphy

1928 Durant For Sale

There is a 1928 Durant listed on Bakersfield Craiglist for $3500. The telephone number is: [661-335-1699]. The car looks like it is in Decent shape. Dennis

Views: 448 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 14, 2010 4:53am
by Norm Toone

brian boys

14L for sale

i have a excellent complete small bore 14L MOTOR FOR SALE 1200$ this is a complete drop in motor w/clutch

Views: 357 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 13, 2010 3:28pm
by brian boys

Mike Linthicum

Wheel Puller

What has everybody else used to pull the wheels off the 28-29 cars? I purchased a Model T wheel puller thinking it would fit, but it does not. Anybody have one that works on our cars that they want to sell or any suggestions?

Views: 331 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 12, 2010 8:58am
by Bill Hoaglan

Mike Linthicum

$100,000.00 Star one of 5 left?

OK Durantonians check out the 1926 or 1923 Star one of five left for $100,000.00 on Ebay. Think he'll get any bids on this one?

Views: 682 Replies: 13

Last Post: Mar 12, 2010 2:41am
by Norm Toone

Shaun Murphy

Exhaust, What the heck is this?

When I removed the exhaust from my car I noticed a box attracted about midway down. I've taken it to a few older muffler shops and no one seems to know what it is or why it was on my vehicle. Any information would be appreciated. . . -Shaun

Views: 356 Replies: 6

Last Post: Mar 11, 2010 5:46pm
by Lance Chabot

Gordon F. Curl

Durant wheels for sale

Got a phone call from a chap who has two Durant wooden spoked wheels for sale. Tire size 500-19" Wheels are on a narrowed axle, and have brake drums etc. Not sure if anything inside drums. Located Caledon, Ont ( Just north of Toronto) Phone Frank 519 927 3465

Views: 322 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 10, 2010 12:15pm
by Gordon F. Curl

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