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2021 National Meet
The announcement of the Durant National Meet 2021 is just the kind of good news we all need these days. Scheduled for Wednesday through Sunday. I wonder if there will be activities planned for Saturday and Sunday, or will those be "travel" days for the attendee's?
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Last Post: Feb 27, 2021 12:26pm
by Robert Bush
by Robert Bush
DMAC Annual Tour is a GO!
Annual DMAC National Tour
Grand Junction, Colorado
Arrive Tuesday, September 14, Departure Sunday, September 19.
Details have ben posted to the Club Events Page.
Rick
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Last Post: Feb 21, 2021 3:28pm
by RICK BOTTI
by RICK BOTTI
Uploading pictures to the Forum
Hi Norm.
Thanks for the advice on how to upload pictures to the Forum. Using the link "How to Add Pictures" at the top of the Forum page was surprisingly easy, even for a first-timer like me.
Views: 93 Replies: 1
Last Post: Feb 21, 2021 11:38am
by Norm Toone
by Norm Toone
bendix brakes
We have 4 wheel bendix brakes(Simple cam design) and they generally call them, 11 inch.
Well we measured ours and they are 10 5/8 inch inside diameter. we purchased 3/16 brake material as quoted on this forum. The problem is, they do not fit inside the drum and no...
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Last Post: Feb 21, 2021 8:44am
by William Durant
by William Durant
rear brakes on 24 star
so im replacing rear brakes on my star i did right side no problem but now to the left . on the parking brake shoe (inner) i was missing the one shoe u bracket welded to shoe and where the shoe goes into the brake lever there is play so shoe moves until slack is take...
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Last Post: Feb 7, 2021 1:14pm
by jeff quicksell
by jeff quicksell
Get your dmac calenders!
If you haven't heard, the Dmac calenders are in. This would be a great holiday stocking stuffer for the Durantonian in you. The pictures can be seen on all Facebook pages. Get one while supplies last. Remember all proceeds go to our club. Just go to Dmac stores and p...
Views: 245 Replies: 8
Last Post: Feb 6, 2021 2:28pm
by mike b
by mike b
29 Roadster Measurements Needed!!!
Hello,
I'm in need of some measurements to brace and restore my 29 roadster body. Primarily, I'm looking for the distance from door jam to door jam on the rear section (trunk section). A measurement from top to top and bottom to bottom would be great, as well as t...
Views: 348 Replies: 9
Last Post: Feb 2, 2021 10:29am
by Norm Toone
by Norm Toone
bonding brakes
We are planning to reline our Bendix 3 shoe brakes, with 3/16 material and brass rivets. My question, would it be advisable to also add some brake bonding agent with the rivets?
Thanks
Bill Durant
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Last Post: Jan 27, 2021 7:18pm
by Don Shilling
by Don Shilling
Teaser on facebook
Check out my latest project on the Durant site on facebook. "Durant Motorsports" brake bands
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Last Post: Jan 20, 2021 11:14am
by ross hoevet
by ross hoevet
Very Nice Locomobile Book on eBay
There is a very nice Locomobile book on eBay. Pricey but excellent.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1916-1917-Locomobile-Standard-Custom-Models-Prestige-Sales-Brochure-Book-Nice/382859069895?hash=item59242dc9c7:g:HewAAOSw9tFdlMA3
Views: 101 Replies: 0
Last Post: Jan 17, 2021 12:02pm
by Robert Bush
by Robert Bush
Kingston vacuum tank fuel feed
The Kingston vacuum tank is a different animal than the Stewart unit. The Kingston is simpler with a lot less moving parts. I'm curious to learn how the Kingston unit knows it's full? There is a brass fitting (vacuum) at the top of the unit.
1) There is an opening f...
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Last Post: Jan 11, 2021 6:48am
by Bob Smith
by Bob Smith
Carburator issues
The Carb is leaking and we are planning to rebuild or replace, the present one is a Zenith 04 series which is a model T carburetor. But The jets are fixed jets, which means not good for a Six cylinder engine. Does anyone know what the correct carb should be used on t...
Views: 134 Replies: 2
Last Post: Jan 8, 2021 9:34am
by RICK BOTTI
by RICK BOTTI
Locomobile for sale
1913 Locomobile for sale on Bring A Trailer. Not a Billy Durant era car, but we wouldn't kick you off a tour for leaking oil! Happy New Year Mike B?
Views: 166 Replies: 2
Last Post: Jan 4, 2021 8:23am
by mike b
by mike b
Looking at a purchase
Hello Norm,
I hope you can give me a little help and insight. I'm looking at purchasing a 29 Rugby. You probably know the truck, it is from your area. For sale right now in Carleton Place. looks like it came from Constance Bay. It is in very rough condition. Motor i...
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Last Post: Dec 29, 2020 6:53pm
by Ted Kester¹
by Ted Kester¹
Transmission oil
Can someone please tell me what 600 W steam cylinder oil is? A definition of suitable oil for 1928 Durant gear box, clutch throwout and rear differential would be very helpful. Someone in my locality has suggested SAE 70-90, API GL5.
Views: 172 Replies: 3
Last Post: Dec 28, 2020 5:56pm
by cdmn
by cdmn
Supporting the Durant Museum
If you would like to support the Durant Museum effort without any pain, you can join the Amazon Smile program by going to Amazon Smile and select Durant Motors Automobile Museum Inc. from the list of charitable organizations. If you could also get friends and relativ...
Views: 124 Replies: 2
Last Post: Dec 16, 2020 6:46am
by Mike Linthicum
by Mike Linthicum
Durant's Birthday and a new Durant in the garage
It wasn't my birthday today.. It was William Crapo Durant's, however by coincidence I did receive an additional car today, a Durant 6-17 coupe. Yes it has a new home
Views: 263 Replies: 11
Last Post: Dec 12, 2020 6:32pm
by William J DeVrie...
by William J DeVrie...
A couple new donations at the Gilmore
Spent the morning enjoying a fresh donation at the Gilmore Museum. A pair of Continentals.
upload photo gallery
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Last Post: Dec 12, 2020 6:27pm
by William J DeVrie...
by William J DeVrie...
December mens tech Zoom session
Well if didn't know, tech sessions have been going on monthly. This month Tech session is how to repair your Spicer unit on your Durant and Stars. Rick and the junior mechanics will show you how we repair Spicer units. email me and I can send you the Link. the date i...
Views: 99 Replies: 0
Last Post: Dec 11, 2020 7:33am
by mike b
by mike b
Mike,s DeVaux
Mike,s DeVaux is on E-Bay. I think it is not a true Rumble. Not sure but I think I remember a conversation on that years ago.
Gary
Views: 183 Replies: 2
Last Post: Dec 7, 2020 3:56pm
by Bob Smith
by Bob Smith
Model Identification Help Needed
I recently purchased a 1928 Durant Brougham it does not have a tag or an engine tag I was wondering if there was any other stamps on the frame or any other way to identify this vehicle it looks as if they changed out the original motor from the pictures that I’...
Views: 173 Replies: 3
Last Post: Dec 1, 2020 6:04am
by Norm Toone
by Norm Toone
The Larsen Durant 6-17 auction has ended
The ebay auction for the Larsen 6-17 coupe has ended at $21,600.00 with a RNM (reserve not met). Probably not unexpected due to the reported price of restoration of somewhere around $100,000.00. In spite of the problems that some have with ebay,it does reach a large...
Views: 174 Replies: 2
Last Post: Nov 30, 2020 9:51am
by mike b
by mike b
With Sincere Condolences
It is with heavy heart that we express our sincere condolences to Gordon Curl on the loss of his wife, Mary Carolyne in late September. She was one of the original members of the DMAC when it was founded in Hershey and her exuberant smile and enthusiasm will be great...
Views: 190 Replies: 3
Last Post: Nov 27, 2020 1:37pm
by Don Shilling
by Don Shilling
Blessed Thanksgiving to all
Good morning and a blessed Thanksgiving to all of you! We hope this holiday is a special one and to give thanks for all the blessings we have received throughout the past year. Be sure to share this holiday season with your families and friends!
Views: 101 Replies: 2
Last Post: Nov 27, 2020 12:07pm
by Gordon F. Curl
by Gordon F. Curl
Blessed Thanksgiving to all
Good morning and a blessed Thanksgiving to all of you! We hope this holiday is a special one and we want to remember give thanks for all the blessings we have received throughout the past year. Be sure to share this holiday season with your families and friends and b...
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Last Post: Nov 26, 2020 7:31am
by S. Blomquist
by S. Blomquist
starters
On my '29 M4 the starter is slow turning over can anyone tell what the problem might be?
Views: 128 Replies: 3
Last Post: Nov 26, 2020 6:05am
by S. Blomquist
by S. Blomquist
Fall 2020 Durant Partner
Hello all,
The fall edition of The Durant Partner has been sent to Mike for approval. It's a little later than I intended, but I have been securing a new full-time position. The past few weeks have been unexpectedly busy. However, I think you'll be pleased with th...
Views: 337 Replies: 10
Last Post: Nov 26, 2020 5:55am
by S. Blomquist
by S. Blomquist
fuel pump pressure
I see a picture of a car with a electric pump pump. We want to put one on our car, my problem is what fuel pump pressure is possible. I assume the car can not handle a high pressure pump. But I am having a hard time finding a very low pressure pump with our 6 volt sy...
Views: 150 Replies: 2
Last Post: Nov 25, 2020 2:13pm
by Don M Gaskill
by Don M Gaskill
21 inch rims
One of the front rims are wrong for the durant car, believe they are from a model T.
Wondering where we can buy a used 21 inch rim for our car.
yes they are 21 front and 20 rear?
Thanks for any help in our quest to get the car back on the ground with tires....
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Last Post: Nov 24, 2020 4:40pm
by William Durant
by William Durant
installing rubber balls in Durant transmission
I have read somewhere, maybe on this forum, about how to install the rubber ball joints between the clutch throwout and the gearbox on Durant cars approx 1928. If anyone can throw some light on this source of information it would be much appreciated.
Views: 195 Replies: 5
Last Post: Nov 24, 2020 8:50am
by mike b
by mike b
Thermostat
Does anyone know what the temperature rating is for the original Motorstat thermostat P/N 24567 that came in the 14L engine in 1929? A Carquest P/N 32497 which has a rating of 170 degrees fits the housing. Thanks in advance for any information. Phil
Views: 161 Replies: 5
Last Post: Nov 16, 2020 4:12pm
by Phil Peters
by Phil Peters
battery box
Ross, I've been looking for one of those battery boxes for my optima battery. Where can I get one?
Views: 121 Replies: 2
Last Post: Nov 14, 2020 8:07am
by Curtis Bartell
by Curtis Bartell
project star on Zoom
Calling all Mechanics and Junior Mechanics! Come join us on a Zoom Tech Sesh...11/21 @ Noon Pacific Time. We'll be troubleshooting a 1925 Star and hope to get her off the trailer and back on the road. Contact me for Zoom link if you're in for some educational fun...y...
Views: 86 Replies: 0
Last Post: Nov 13, 2020 8:17am
by mike b
by mike b
hub bolts
just purchased the durant car a week ago, we have 20inch rear and 21 front rims.
the wheel bolts are 7/16x? by 3.25 long, need to find new ones?
Also the heavy cast clips the bolts go thru are different from back to front.
looking for help on bolts and these cas...
Views: 145 Replies: 5
Last Post: Nov 12, 2020 7:44pm
by Norm Toone
by Norm Toone
Mike Larsen's Durant stash
Just got back from the estate sale of Mike and Rosalie Larson in Vancouver Washington. A lot of Durant parts still there. Myself, Phil Peters, Mike and Bert Babick were there scouring through the treasure trove. Bert got quite a bit and I got some trinket items. The...
Views: 347 Replies: 9
Last Post: Nov 3, 2020 9:12am
by mike b
by mike b
Rumble seat rollers
Does anybody have pictures (or spares) of what the rumble seat rollers look like for a 1926-29 Star Durant?
Views: 131 Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 30, 2020 12:15pm
by Gary
by Gary
USL battery logo
I use a Optima 6volt battery that I've put in a reproduction 6volt battery case. I reproduced a USL logo that I got from the 6-14 instruction manual. Too much time on my hands. Ross
Views: 327 Replies: 11
Last Post: Oct 27, 2020 11:06pm
by ross hoevet
by ross hoevet
New Durant owner Michigan with a 1929 Model 60 Sedan
New Durant owner Ben Logan in Michigan just purchased a 1929 Model 60 Sedan
Below is a link to pictures posted to the Durant Motors Autombile Club FaceBook page.
https://www.facebook.com/durantmotors/inbox/3713966415349950/?notif_id=1602463157679043&no...
Views: 179 Replies: 0
Last Post: Oct 11, 2020 8:43pm
by Rick Botti
by Rick Botti
Virtual Museum
I visited the virtual museum for the first time today. I like what I see there. I did notice that some of the links do not work: the Clothing section does not work, just get a 404 error message.
I think all of our club members should visit the virtual museum, and th...
Views: 210 Replies: 3
Last Post: Oct 1, 2020 10:26am
by Robert Bush
by Robert Bush
Badge Auction
There is an online auction of a large collection of badges. There are several Durant and Star badges. Auction ends soon. Here's a link: https://www.icollector.com/search.aspx?q=durant&p=1&ps=20&is=1&ex=0&so=13&sf=1&hi=0
Views: 140 Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 27, 2020 8:42pm
by Vincent OBrien
by Vincent OBrien
Cyndi Passing
Cyndi succumbed to her battle with prostate cancer at 5:30pm on 11 Sept. 2020 . She fought with the same courage and tenacity that she lived her life, but it was just too much for her to conquer. Although she was so tiny and frail in the end her only thoughts were th...
Views: 239 Replies: 4
Last Post: Sep 27, 2020 8:33pm
by Vincent OBrien
by Vincent OBrien
Linn Ford (My dad)
For those of you who haven't heard, my dad was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma (aggressive brain cancer) on Aug 21. He declined treatment due to the advanced nature of the condition and quality of life that would result from the treatment.
Shortly after his diagnosi...
Views: 271 Replies: 9
Last Post: Sep 19, 2020 3:29am
by Adam B Ford
by Adam B Ford
SOLD the 1927
Got gobs of parts left over if anyone needs anything, plus a Spare engine.
Had lots of fun with it and did have the engine running for while but now I can concentrate on my true love of old cars. My 1930 Model A Ford phaeton.
Views: 163 Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 17, 2020 9:02pm
by David Coppess
by David Coppess
pictures needed for a new 2021 calendar
Stephanie is in the process of compiling a Durant calendar for 2021. She is in need of pictures.
Since most cars are long and the calendar page is square, any pictures provided need to have some foreground and back ground to crop. Also need pictures taken with high...
Views: 102 Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 17, 2020 11:38am
by Robert Smith
by Robert Smith
1923 Durant A22 touring
Pictures from the restoration of Ken Crouch 1923 Durant A22 touring are now in the Durant photographs section.
Rick
Views: 159 Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 16, 2020 7:23pm
by Rick Botti
by Rick Botti
Summer 2020 Durant Partner, Have you got yours yet.
Please let me know who has not received their Summer issue of the newly designed Partner. According to the printer it was mailed our of his place in Ohio on August 17th. I know some have received theirs as did I on August 23rd. I see that Don Shilling just received h...
Views: 309 Replies: 16
Last Post: Sep 13, 2020 12:00am
by Ted kruger
by Ted kruger
See how smart we are!?!
This week was to be our National Tour in Clackamas OREGON, which we so wisely cancelled. I live in Clackamas about a mile from our host hotel, and I can barely see across my street from our local wildfire outbreak and subsequent smoke and ash fallout. I know the meet...
Views: 173 Replies: 2
Last Post: Sep 11, 2020 2:40pm
by Bill Hoaglan
by Bill Hoaglan
found old certicate
1928 5 shares. Paper was folded in thirds, otherwise in great condition. What can I do with it?
Views: 104 Replies: 0
Last Post: Sep 10, 2020 2:45pm
by Katie Gundersen
by Katie Gundersen
lubrication system
Quick question please. I have a 1926 Durant Star coupster and there is an oil pressure gauge. It does not register when running. I have disconnected the oil line from the pressure sensor port, started the engine and oil comes squirting out. Not excessively but come o...
Views: 241 Replies: 13
Last Post: Sep 9, 2020 5:54pm
by Mark Duran
by Mark Duran