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Mike Linthicum

East Coast Chapter Spring Meet April 16th through 19th 2009 Luray, Virginia

Ok fellow Durantonians I've locked in the details for the ECC Spring meet and I'm giving everyone plenty of time to budget and plan for the trip. This spring we will meet in beautiful Luray, Virginia home of the Luray Caverns & Antique car museum and the mouth of the...

Views: 1810 Replies: 47

Last Post: Apr 14, 2009 6:32pm
by Rick Botti

Frank Witkowski

Durant Partner award

Hi All...... If you get "Old Cars Weekly" newspaper, the latest issue has the "Golden Quill" awards listed. Carol has done it again, the Partner is listed as an award winner for 2008. Of course we already know that the magazine and our editor are AWARD WINNERS !!...

Views: 317 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 14, 2009 8:28am
by Rick Botti

Rick Botti

It may be time to upgrade your software.

If you are still experience problems with the forum make sure your software is up-to-date. If you use Internet Explorer versions 6 or 7 please be sure that they are using the most recent and compatible version of Flash. The newest version can be downloaded from the...

Views: 449 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 14, 2009 8:11am
by Rick Botti

JOHN PRICE

TRANSMISSION?

CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT TRANSMISSION I HAVE IN MY '28 DURANT M-2 AND WHERE TO LOOK FOR A BRAKE DOWN AND PARTS? I NEED A SECOND GEAR

Views: 267 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 13, 2009 7:03pm
by Don Shilling

rick miller

temp guage

i have a bad temp guage, it did work until the connection between the gen and the water pump shreded, the engine overheated ( no harm to engine)but the temp guage pegged hi and the needle stayed.does anybody know of someone who repairs these or by chance i can get an...

Views: 355 Replies: 9

Last Post: Apr 13, 2009 9:33am
by Ross Hoevet

Chuck Faulkner

WaterPpump Gasket

Is there a source for water pump gaskets or do you have to make them? If necessary what material would you use to make them?

Views: 249 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 12, 2009 7:41pm
by Chuck Faulkner

brian boys

trans. help

I need help in determining if my 27 star transmission would fit the rugby bus being restored in poland.They want to buy my motor and trans.I know the motor will work but would hate to sell them a 3 spd car trans if they need a 4 spd witch i suspect they do.Communicat...

Views: 310 Replies: 6

Last Post: Apr 12, 2009 7:38pm
by Lance Chabot

brian

Article in the Sun ed of Toronto Star on Durnat 12 april

No new info but still interesting none the less

Views: 221 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 12, 2009 7:07pm
by Lance Chabot

rick miller

connection for water pump and generator

does any body have any ideas for what to use for the rubber hose connection for the generator and the water pump. thanks , rick

Views: 356 Replies: 7

Last Post: Apr 11, 2009 7:30pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Larwrence

New Web format

I have read the thread on the new format. Some of the comments were the letters were too small. If you use firefox all you have to do is hold down the ctrl key and the +. This will enlarge a the text regardless of site visited.To return to the original setting hold t...

Views: 214 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 11, 2009 9:08am
by Don Shilling

Lance Chabot

FLINT Headlight Stands

All, Those previous mentioned "unidentified" Headlight stands I have now found out are for 20's Six (6) Cylinder FLINT models. Two stands Complete with all mounting brackets, braces and original hardware. Good condition overall with slight surface rust. I had advert...

Views: 222 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 8:42pm
by Lance Chabot

Bruce Butler

Rear in serious need of dental work. Pinion missing four teeth and ring has damage.

Hello Everyone, I have a bit of a problem locating a rear for my 1926 woody star huckster.Talked to a few of you guys about it which raised some questions. The ring and pinion are beyond repair. I found that it has a 488 rear, which is a bit tall for the highway. Is...

Views: 392 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 6:48pm
by gary k

Gene Corle

1923 Star Parts

I have for sale the "remains" of a 1923 Star, s/n L34754. All that remains of the body is the firewall/cowl. The chassis parts include front and rear axles,hubs and rims. The rims are in poor shape from sitting in the dirt. The steering sector is intact. The tran...

Views: 271 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 5:46pm
by Gene Corle

Gene Corle

1923 Star Parts

I have for sale the

Views: 256 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 7, 2009 10:56pm
by Rick Botti

rick mi8ller

oil

the generator has a place to put oil, the distributer has a place to oil, the starter, and the water pump ,on either side of the pump housing is a brass cap, when screwed off looks like a zerk fiting but i think oil goes in the fittings with a needle oiler. question...

Views: 231 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 9:24am
by Rick Botti

Steve May

D40 oil level float

Does anyone know what the float type oil level indicator looks like on a 29 D40 engine? The cork is there but the wire rod and whatever goes on the top is missing.

Views: 263 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 10, 2009 4:34am
by Norm Toone

George Soto

DURANT FOR SALE

1929 Durant Model 6-66 four door sedan for sale. Car is totally disassembled, frame has been powder coated,engine turns freely,started to replace wood in doors. Does not have wheels or rear end. Body is in good shape. All vin numbers and engine numbers match original...

Views: 418 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 9, 2009 9:21pm
by George Soto

Guy J. Belzil

Rear differential - Help Needed...

I am reassembling my diff., it has a split casing. I forgot which way the main gear should be facing... to the right or left of the car ??? The casings seem symmetrical so things would work both ways but I may end up with 3 reverse and 1 very low forward gear. I wou...

Views: 215 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 8, 2009 7:28pm
by Don Shilling

Chuck Faulkner

New Durant Partner

Once again another master piece. What a surprise to see that the story of my Star was included. Thanks again for a great mag. Chuck

Views: 368 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 8, 2009 7:05pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Gene Corle

Parts

I have acquired the

Views: 278 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 7, 2009 4:53pm
by Rick Botti

robert a perry

parts availability for 1929 Rugby 4 cyl

Hi everybody. A question from a Limey who is a total Durant novice.We have seen a very nice 1929 Rugby 4 cyl 4 door tourer here in the UK which was restored about 12 years ago in NZ, hence R H Drive.We are considering buying the car for wedding hire as tourers are al...

Views: 303 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 7, 2009 9:31am
by Rick Botti

Jack Connor

Mason Truck Parts and Axel Pile

Is anyone interested in these parts? Or is any museum interested in these parts?

Views: 358 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 4, 2009 2:48pm
by Jack Connor

Jim Glover

Head gasket

Anyone know what a 4 cyl. victor 800-S gasket fits? I have a new one that I don't need, and can't use.

Views: 324 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 4, 2009 1:59pm
by Jim Glover

Ken McCormick

Torque specs

Hi again. What are the torque specs for the model 614 headbolts ? Just want to be ready to bolt the thing back down when the gasket arrives. Thanks again guys. Sure nice to have a good club ro get info from -and boy do I ever need it too...

Views: 364 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 4, 2009 6:19am
by Ken McCormick

brian

FS/T W5 ENGINE, 2 TRANS, 2 RADS EXTRAS

Hi folks I have some parts from a 1929 D40 4door I am not going to need for my car but of course there are parts I am looking for. I am located near hamilton ontario and will ship the parts if someone really wants them enough to pay the shipping costs. It will take...

Views: 354 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 3, 2009 5:58pm
by brian

Ken McCormick

starting my engine

Just as a back up note and to keep you guys all informed--I finally got the baby running tonite. My shop is so full of exhaust I cant see across the room . But the **** thing runs. Dies that ever feel good. Still have to do the final adjustments but I am fired up fo...

Views: 522 Replies: 19

Last Post: Apr 3, 2009 11:50am
by Norm Toone

JOHN PRICE

SPLIT RIM TOOLS

DOES ANYONE HAVE A PICTURE OF THE TOOLS IT TAKES TO MOUNT AND DISMOUNT THE TIRES ON A M2 DURANT WITH SPLIT OUTER RIMS? OR KNOW HOW TO DO IT FAST AND EASY? JOHN

Views: 1599 Replies: 12

Last Post: Apr 3, 2009 11:28am
by Norm Toone

Ken Brink

Durant Partner artical

I just received our Durant Partner today and want to thank Carol for publishing my artical on how I aquired our Durant. Another great issue as always thanks again Carol. Also a great artical on Alvin Anderson. Ken Brink

Views: 356 Replies: 0

Last Post: Apr 3, 2009 8:55am
by Ken Brink

Guy J. Belzil

Muffler - Walker No. 448

Am replacing muffler on 1926 Touring. From research, I feel the 1926 model M did not have the "torpedo" muffler of 24's and 25's. Currently, muffler is a flow thru (non chambered) Walker No 448 (21 inches long, 5 1/2 inches in dia., with non offset 1 3/4 outlets...

Views: 339 Replies: 3

Last Post: Apr 2, 2009 2:52pm
by Norm Toone

Tony Madson

Rear Main Seal

Was reading Ken's "Starting my engine" post and noticed a couple of remarks about the rear main seal. I am at the point of my engine rebuild where I am putting it all back together. I have been looking at the rear main seal block with some confusion. I ordered a comp...

Views: 326 Replies: 2

Last Post: Apr 2, 2009 11:34am
by Ken McCormick

Rusty from Prescott

25 STAR door handle and headlight part

Hello Durantonians. I'm having a tough time finding an outside door handle for my touring car.I sure would like to put the right one on it to match the other 3. Anyone out there have an extra one they can part with? Also, I am trying to assemble the headlights and I...

Views: 461 Replies: 11

Last Post: Mar 31, 2009 8:01pm
by Lance Chabot

Vince O'Brien

Head Bolts

I cleaned and painted my engine only to learn here that the washers I used under the head bolts were too soft. I've replaced then with Grade 8 washers but now I need to repaint the heads. My question is: Should I run the engine, re-torque the bolts and then pain...

Views: 319 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 31, 2009 4:53pm
by Vince O'Brien

Mike Linthicum

1931 612 with pullman seat for sale on eaby

Hey Charlie there's a 612 in your neighborhood somewhere? Posted on Ebay is a 1931 Durant 612 with the Pullman seat option. Kind of rare. Check it out. Haven't seen this one before around the club members, maybe a new find.

Views: 393 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 31, 2009 3:38pm
by Frank Witkowski

Frank Witkowski

Luray Virginia Meet Schedule

Hi All..... Here is a brief listing of the schedule for the ECC meet: Wednesday 15th: afternoon Mike & I will arrive Thursday 16th: check in day afternoon trip to New Market Civil War site Friday 17th: Leave at 10:00 for Hood, Virginia and the "Roaring T...

Views: 259 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 31, 2009 6:54am
by Frank Witkowski

Norm Toone

1930 clown car

Remember the 614 sedan with rear crescent moon window, and upwards stretched body ... looky now. Its gone the other way and destroyed for all time. 57 pics of it as a chopped hotrod. MySpace.com - Mike 1930 Durant Project View Mike 1930 Durant Project photos on...

Views: 630 Replies: 11

Last Post: Mar 30, 2009 7:58am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

operators manual

Is there any such thing as an operators Manual for the 614 coupe? I would sure like a copy of one if it is available. Ken

Views: 353 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 30, 2009 5:13am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

Carb settings

Hi everyone I am still trying to get my car started. Its close but no cigar yet. Can someone tell me what the carburetor setting should be? There are 2 meedle valves on the stromberg U-2 carb. How far out should I be turning them to begin with ? It turn...

Views: 320 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 30, 2009 4:33am
by Norm Toone

Dave Schulte

29 Durant Model 63 and 66 WW Brake Drums

Hi, Would anyone out there have a pair of rear brake drums and hubs for a Model 63 or 66 Durant with 5 bolt wire wheels with a 6 1/2 hubcap opening? Thanks, Dave

Views: 420 Replies: 13

Last Post: Mar 30, 2009 3:13am
by Norm Toone

bill johnson

Durant auto for sale

A friend of mine owns what he believes is a 1928 Star. He is is his 80's and is interested in selling it. I am trying to help him do so. It is in fairly good shape and stored inside. I could post a picture if this would be a good forum to use. If not; could some...

Views: 456 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 29, 2009 8:03pm
by bill johnson

Pat Rowden

60 years of driving

Hi everyone, The first car I can remember my dad owning was a totally worn out 1928 Star, and he had a worn out Durant for spare parts. The second car was a totally worn out 1934 Dodge Brothers 4 door sedan. luckily my dad was speeding at 30 mph because th...

Views: 335 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 29, 2009 5:44pm
by Pat Rowden

Guy J. Belzil

Frank Witkowski's balls

Well Frank I wrestled with those 16 balls to put in my vibration damper between engine and transmission. Used a piston ring compressor to do it but it took a while. The whole episode made me think of my POOR YOUTH, when in grade 3, at Christmas, my Dad had...

Views: 362 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 29, 2009 8:31am
by gary k

Dib Franciss

Carburetor doubt

Dear ones, Would you please tell me if this model of carburetor is the right one for my 1927 RUGBY Model M? There's a guy selling this, but he doesn't know anything about it, just that it was from a 1927 Rugby. Thank you once more for this help ! Dib Franci...

Views: 979 Replies: 10

Last Post: Mar 28, 2009 12:12pm
by Norm Toone

Bob Smith

durant cars at auction

There is an auction in Bolivar, MO, sat. July 25th. Two DMAC related vechicles are listed...1926 Star roadster (beautifully restored) and a 1930 Rugby/Durant Express Truck (beautifully restored, black). The Besser Collection, more information, pictures... www.vande...

Views: 426 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 28, 2009 11:54am
by Heather

Dave Truemner

Canadians to East Coast meet ?

Is there anyone from Ontario going to the East-Coast chapter's meet in Virginia in April who could bring back an oil pan gasket for me? Frank W has indicated that he has some available, but I cannot go to the meet. I suspect shipping charges would be hefty for shipp...

Views: 324 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 27, 2009 5:51pm
by Dave Truemner

Dave Truemner

Oil Pan Gasket

Has anyone found a source for oil pan gaskets ? We need one for our 1929 4-cyl W5 engine. Or are we going to have to make our own ? If we do have to make a new one, what thickness of gasket material should we get ? Dave in Ottawa

Views: 550 Replies: 7

Last Post: Mar 27, 2009 2:53pm
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

Distributer

Hello again Has anyone got a distributer for my car? 1930 durant deluxe rumble seat coupe model 614 . I have just discovered that the one I have is no good --Center part is loose and turn freely so the rotoe points all which ways at any time. Cant time it...

Views: 378 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 25, 2009 5:22am
by Norm Toone

gary k

correction

PLEASE NOTE THAT W.C.D. DIED MARCH 18, 1947....NOT 22 AS PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED....ACCORDING TO NEWS OF THE DAY

Views: 322 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 24, 2009 8:18pm
by gary k

Mike Linthicum

Death of William C. Durant

Soooo how come all you Durantonians failed to mention that yesterday was the anniversary of the death of William C. Durant. He passed away on March 22, 1947 in New York. One of the biggest men in the auto business is one of the least thought about. When most think...

Views: 411 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 24, 2009 2:18pm
by Steve Large

Jack Malpass

DeVaux Headline News

I opened up the local (Houston Chronicle) newspaper this morning and found a headline story with pictures of a 1931 DeVaux sedan in the automotive section. Very good article and even mentioned Durants. DeVaux car is owned by John Willoughby in Wisconsin who bought it...

Views: 605 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 24, 2009 12:52pm
by John Willoughby

Dib Franciss

Demountable rims for my 1927 RUGBY wheels - Where to find?

Hello dear friends, Greetings from Brazil!! It is been a week since my RUGBY arrived !!! I am so happy ! I would like to know where I could buy a demountable rim for my RUGBY wheel type? I saw 2 different types of demountable rims at macs antique auto parts...

Views: 1783 Replies: 35

Last Post: Mar 23, 2009 6:00pm
by Dib Franciss

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