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Keith N

Its Hot!

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa307/kantique55/DurnHot.jpg Whew! It's hot! I need a drink of water. Say, I wonder if I could run on that hydrogen stuff? Or maybe I could sip on some alcohol and keep them G'vment boys off my tail....

Views: 440 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 13, 2009 10:56pm
by Keith N

Dave Jansen

door handles

where is the best place to purchase 4 inside door handles and possibly 2 hood latches for a 1929/30 Durant model 6-63? Since I need 4, yes it is a 4 door,ha ha. Dave

Views: 395 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 12, 2009 6:48am
by Dave Jansen

Vince O'Brien

Helpful Hint for New radiators

I recently got a new radiator for an engine that had been sitting for many years. The radiator repairman suggested that I put a screen across the intake to the new radiator, get the engine hot and flush the system several times. He insisted that I use a small mesh...

Views: 347 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 10, 2009 4:07pm
by Vince O'Brien

Ken McCormick

rear main seal

What kind of material do I use for a rear main seal?? And where can I get this stuff. Kind of looks like graphite impregnated rope . What size ?? Any info would help. How does one go about putting it in to make a good seal. I have the motor out and stripped so...

Views: 438 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 10, 2009 3:43am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Rick Starick

Durant query

Please can anyone help me in identifying this vehicle? Details are as follows: Model F Motor Number: 217748 Durant Motor Company of New Jersey Elizabeth. NY. USA. Head casting build date: 7-8-27 Block casting build date: 9-5-23 21 inch wooden whe...

Views: 570 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 10, 2009 12:46am
by Thanks

Lance Haynes

Tom Schwab from Oregon has died

Some bad news. Ruth Schwab just called me from Silverton , Or. and Tom has died of a massive heart attack on May 9th. He was a dear friend and a great Durant lover owning a 24 Star touring and a Durant/ Star pickup and many other cars. He attended Mike Larsen's Hood...

Views: 451 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 9, 2009 4:41pm
by Rick Botti

Shane Hoffmann

Paint colours

I'm trying to settle on a paint colour. I've been looking through the tech pages and old forum posts. In the tech pages I've seen the list of colour names. In the old forum pages, others have said that Jim Wells from Auto Color Library has previously been a big he...

Views: 391 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 9, 2009 4:04am
by Shane Hoffmann

Stephen Aldrich

Response to General Motors Posts

The US is now importing over 70% of its' oil. Last year we paid $450 billion for oil. The US will continue to pay more and more for oil. T. Boone Pickens prophesies that we will be importing over 75% of our oil and paying $200 to $300 dollars for it. We need to h...

Views: 317 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:11pm
by Stephen Aldrich

Ruth Peck

FREE Durant Family Registry Books and parts information

I have these materials I will give to anyone willing to pay shipping or come to pick them up.

Views: 356 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:10pm
by gary k

Dib Franciss

Does anybody know how much does a Rugby model M weight?

Dear friends, I am facing some problems to get the license of my 1927 Rugby model M. The Traffic Dept is asking me everything that we deem as silly infos to give me the license. My car as many of you is a touring model M, year 1927. Does anybody know how much d...

Views: 377 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:08pm
by Dib Franciss

Eliot

roster

Who do I contact to update my information in the members roster? I am visiting family in Ohio and Michigan, thought I might visit a couple of museums, does any one know which are the best . I will driving from Cleveland to Grand Rapids. The R.E.Olds museum web site...

Views: 423 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 8:05pm
by gary k

Bill DeVries

chassis for sale

I have a complete chassis for sale. It is 102" wheelbase with a W-5 motor. I also have a rear end and front axle from a 1924 Star touring. Any questions please E-mail me.

Views: 329 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 8, 2009 3:50pm
by Bill DeVries

Rick Starick

What is my Durant?

Here are some more photos of my Durant... I hope these give a bit more of an idea in helping to determine what year and model she is. I am having trouble identifying the fenders as they seem to be void of ribbing. Also, would anyone...

Views: 361 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 5, 2009 4:45pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

1927 Star Coupe For Sale

Hi All..... One of our members has a nice 1927 Star M coupe for sale. This is a California made car so has 4 wheel brakes. The Car was at the Auburn National meet in 2007. It runs and drives well. Car is located in Owosso, Michigan. email me for owners...

Views: 1366 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 4, 2009 7:20am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

pulling motor

I am trying to pull the motor out of the car to check the oil leak problem I have. It looks like I may have to remove the fenders first. I dont want to do this if I can get around it. How cxan I pull the motor without tearing the whole car apart again? Also-how do I...

Views: 346 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 10:39pm
by Keith N

ross hoevet

general motors

Well now that Billy Durant's General Motors has filed for bankrupcy, does anyone think 'the Wizard of Flint' could have saved his prized company? Where do you guys think GM got it so wrong? Roscoe

Views: 458 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 4:33pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Bruce Butler

AXLE AND WOODEN WHEELS

Hey Everyone, I'm looking for 4 wheels and a straight front axle to build a tow along trailer for behind the huckster. I would like it match including the star hub caps would be nice. I'm in Sedona Arizona for a couple weeks. Also have a trailer with me, if anyone h...

Views: 365 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 3:09pm
by Ken McCormick

Mike Linthicum

Another celebrity amongst us.

Ok so last night I couldn't sleep. Have been having a bout with insomnia and turned on my Satellite Direct TV and started channel browsing. At 4:00 AM not much on, but Male Enhancement products and Vacuum Cleaner Sales but way up on the channels is a channel called R...

Views: 303 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 3, 2009 1:58pm
by Mike Linthicum

Lance Haynes

Durant in Oakland dispatch

Please click on the link below to read a very interesting article today in the Oakland Dispatches. http://www.theoakbook.com/MoreDetail.aspx?Aid=3111&CatId=8 Lance Haynes

Views: 315 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 2, 2009 5:25pm
by Rick Botti

Don Shilling

I Lost It!

Where did the post EDIT feature go? That was a neat and useful tool fer us hill billys,,,,

Views: 370 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 7:38pm
by Don Shilling

Keith Nordquist

Sunday drivin'

Wow! The weather is great for this time of year in the Northwest! Time to get out and share the Luv.... Keith N

Views: 354 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 4:17pm
by Keith Nordquist

Guy Belzil

Putting Flywheel back on : Help Needed

I am adding externals to my newly rebuild W5. Originally my 1926 had a 1924 flywheel as evidenced by the mark on the flywheel "03/24/24". The situation : #1 The bolt pattern, on mine, IS NOT POSTIONALLY UNIQUE. #2 I am having a hard time finding a mark at...

Views: 401 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 1, 2009 3:49pm
by Don Shilling

Rick Botti

Marin Concours d'Elegance

Last weekend my Roadster was shown in the Marin-Sonoma Concours d'Elegance 1929 Show Case, a non judged exhibit. On one side there was a beautiful Rolls Royce , Nash, Mercedes roadster once owned by Groucho Marx and Huppmobile. On the other side were three Jordon's,...

Views: 432 Replies: 5

Last Post: May 30, 2009 10:06am
by Rick Botti

Heather Pateman

Selling 1928 Durant

My father has owned a 1928 Durant since the early 50's mayber earlier, used to drive it in the calvalcade of colors tour in Muskoka and in later years, just once a year for Kearney parade. My father has passed on and none of us are prepared to restore the car and ar...

Views: 401 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 29, 2009 7:08am
by Heather Pateman

Angelo Bosco

1931 Durant Sport Roadster

Does anyone know where I can get brake hardware.

Views: 990 Replies: 8

Last Post: May 28, 2009 7:59pm
by dave enrico

dave enrico

durant

hello everyone i received a call last week from a gentlemen out in phelan calif, by victorville,he says he has a 1928 m2 2door sedan (coach) has owned it for 25 years,engine rebuilt supposedly, needs total restoration,wouldnt give me a figure on what he wanted, b...

Views: 452 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 26, 2009 1:16pm
by dave enrico

Ken McCormick

Trim pieces for the joints

I am looking for some sort of trim to fill the gap between the sheet metal on my car, The stuff that came with it is badly twisted and bent and there was not enough of it anyway. What do you guys use to dress up that gap?? And where can I get some ?? Any info will...

Views: 373 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 26, 2009 9:41am
by Bill Hoaglan

Dave Truemner

replacing horn wire

I have read all of the previous posts about removing horn buttons, but I want to ensure that I have directions specific to our 1929 Durant. My intent is to replace the rather frayed wire going up the steering column to the horn button. With an ohm- meter connected...

Views: 300 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 25, 2009 7:15pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Curt

Frame identification

I have a Star frame with front & rear springs and a complete rear end with wheels & one star hub cap. I can find no marking on the frame. I'd like to learn the year if possible. can any one help?

Views: 259 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 25, 2009 4:39pm
by Don Shilling

Guy Belzil

The Nickelers lost one of my Headlights.. Help

I have a 1926 Model M touring Built in Leaside. As my heading states.... the X#$%^&%$ nickelers lost one of my headlight rims. Let us say "I am not amused." Can someone direct me to where I may purchase such a headight rim ? Outside back diameter 8 inches...

Views: 397 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 25, 2009 6:13am
by Gordon F. Curl

Rick Botti

Updates

I have recently updated the Events page, info for the Canadian Gathering has been posted. Contact Ed Pringlemeir for more information. I have also posted the registration form and agenda for our Texarkana meet, the cost will only be $59 per person. Rick

Views: 345 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 24, 2009 8:34pm
by Rick Botti

Tony Madson

Best material for bottom water pipe

On a 23 Star, I believe originally, the lower radiator hose/water pipe consists of a formed metal pipe attached by two short hoses at each end to the water pump and the radiator outlet. The pipe needs to be bent around the motor mount and contoured slightly to run it...

Views: 337 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 24, 2009 7:18pm
by Tony Madson

Lance Haynes

Billy Durant in the news again in Canada

Out of Canada "Financial Post" May 22, 2009 General Motors of Canada Ltd. was hatched in the early 1900s when a farmboy named Sam McLaughlin sent a telegram to an old pal in Michigan asking if he could borrow an engineer to make plans for horseless carriages after...

Views: 349 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 24, 2009 5:09pm
by Lance Haynes

Bill Hoaglan

Penticton, BC

Well, we didn't make the big times in Penticton, but we did have a lot of fun at the Peach City Beach Cruise Car Show...They filmed cars on both sides of the Durant, one car on our left was a tricked out 59 Mercedis 190 SL worth about 200,000 another car was a 51 Gre...

Views: 642 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 24, 2009 3:42pm
by Lance Haynes

Darren

1926 Flint

I want to try to start the engine in my 1926 flint B40, but I am missing the carburator and starter motor, here is a link to a starter on ebay, http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1924-1925-Flint-Auto-Lite-Starting-Motor_W0QQitemZ250396776475QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_...

Views: 502 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 23, 2009 7:41pm
by Jim Greenamyer

DAVE ENRICO

DEVAUX HORN

DOES ANYONE KMOW FOR SURE WHAT HORN MY 31 DEVAUX TAKES, ITS A CALIF CAR BUILY IN OAKLAND THANKS DAVE

Views: 553 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 23, 2009 5:46pm
by dave enrico

Darren

Durant parts

Here is an auction for some cars and parts in Oregon, looks like some Durant stuff there, http://www.jones-estate.com/

Views: 570 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 22, 2009 12:11am
by Ken McCormick

Gordon F. Curl

14th Annual DURANT Gathering - Ontario Region

Well folks, have you decided to come to Canada for the Gathering this year? Dates are July 2 - 5 and Registration should be made at one of the Motels by May 31st to get the club discounts. If you need a Registration form etc, just reply to this post and I will send...

Views: 371 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 21, 2009 12:19pm
by Bill DeVries

Jim Glover

Rearend ratio's

Anyone know the best/easiest way to determine the rearend ratio of our cars? Also were there diff. ratio's available and what might they be.

Views: 464 Replies: 11

Last Post: May 20, 2009 7:23am
by Jim Glover

brian m

Need help with finding cheap tires in ontario, or alternatives to 19 wood spoke

I have started working on my D40, my problem is (so far) is finding cheap tires for the car. it currently has the 19 wood spoke rims. I need the car to be able to roll in and out of the garage. I have only one good tire the rest are shot. I have looked and watched e...

Views: 494 Replies: 17

Last Post: May 18, 2009 12:14pm
by Steve Large

Vince O'Brien

Right Out Of The Box

For the last year and a half I've been finishing a frame-off, nut and bolt restoration of the car I had in High School: a 1950 Mercury 4-door. On Saturday, I bolted on the hood and drove it to a show in San Rafael, CA. This was the first time it had been out of th...

Views: 324 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 17, 2009 5:36am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

Brakes

Sure been having my problems with this buggy. Seems like the previous owner did a lot of bad things with the car. The rear brackets that hold the brake cables were cut off the frame. Then he welded a few pieces together and built one for the drivers side .The problem...

Views: 333 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 16, 2009 8:16pm
by Ken McCormick

Ken McCormick

Brake adjusting pliers

I missed the one on E bay and sure would like to have a pair. Has anyone got a pair they would be willing to sell. I need the steeldraulic type . I see there are three or four different makes. Utica and Blackhawk are two names I know of. Maybe have to have my good...

Views: 311 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 16, 2009 7:28pm
by gary k

Ken McCormick

setting up brakes

I am having all sorts of trouble trying to get my brakes working.I tried tightening the cables--adjusting the toggle bolts .everything else I could think of and still they will not stop me . Only one thing left that I can think of --Maybe I have the hubs and backing...

Views: 590 Replies: 20

Last Post: May 16, 2009 7:25pm
by gary k

S. Blomquist

Continental motor oil clearances?

Does anyone have the main and rod oil clearance specifications for the continental 6 cylinder motor? It is the 1928 model year having the 7 bearing 15U motor. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

Views: 418 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 15, 2009 6:55pm
by cdmn

Guy Belzil

Torque Specs and problems with torquing - head bolts, rod bolts

Help required : I am putting the engine together. And am having torquing problems. The head studs are new, but tightened the head bolts over 50 lbs pulls the studs out of the block. Machinist has heli-coiled problem studs to date (2) but is worried about others...

Views: 363 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 15, 2009 6:43pm
by cdmn

Jim Greenamyer

Cleaning engines with babbit bearings

Hello all.... In years past, We use to dismantle all of our motors and send the block to be boiled in oil before installing new freeze plugs and cam bearings. Problem is, I have never had to clean a block that has babbitted bearings! With all of todays newer chemical...

Views: 303 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 15, 2009 8:29am
by Don Shilling

JOHN PRICE

THANK YOU

I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE A "BIG" THANK YOU FOR THE HELP ON THE SPLIT RIM TOOL THE ONE I GOT WORKED SO GOOD I WENT OUT AND GOT 5 NEW TIRES JUST SO I COULD USE IT. THANKS AGAIN FOR THE HELP NOW I AM LOOKING FOR ONE LAST PART SO I CAN COMPLETE AND GET IT READY FOR THE...

Views: 345 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 14, 2009 8:44am
by Bill Hoaglan

Mike Linthicum

We have a celebrity among us!

Yes Durantonians we now have a celebrity among us. When I went to the mail box today my July issue of Hemmings Classic Car was there. Low and behold I immediately started to look through the book and on page 32 is a story about Bill Vigus's 1925 E-55 Flint. 4 page ar...

Views: 350 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 14, 2009 5:49am
by Jim Greenamyer

S. Blomquist

Pot metal engine parts

I have been working on a 1928 Durant Continental 15 U motor that has some pot metal pieces to house the rear main seal. When I dismantled it the metal just fell apart. The seal is not the standard rope seal but some cork or cork like material. I have plans to make th...

Views: 716 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 11, 2009 9:43pm
by Lance Haynes

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