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Lance Chabot

All, Looking for a 19" inch Metal rim for one of my Durant 610 wooden wheels. Two Rims would be better (one Spare Rim). Tires not as important, But if you have an old one already mounted that's Okay too. Thanks Lance C.

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Last Post: Mar 22, 2009 8:24pm
by George Soto

Don Shilling

Star Goodies in Oklahoma!

Butch and I just got back from the Chickasha, OK pre-war swap meet with some Star Car goodies and several new contacts. Bill Hoaglan, from Yuma, Ariz, was there and took this pic. The side aprons were built by Howell's Sheetmetal Co in Beaumont, Tex. (www.fordor.co...

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Last Post: Mar 22, 2009 2:39pm
by Don Shilling

J Franklin

1924 Flint 6 Axle for sale

A fellow has a complete Flint front axle assembly with springs and hubcaps $50.00

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Last Post: Mar 22, 2009 12:48pm
by J Franklin

Ken McCormick

Fuel Pump Pressure

Here he is again with another ****ed question . Just managed to get my fuel pump working but wonder what the output pressure should be?? Anyone know? ****--You know --I might get this baby going yet. Charging the battery now since I ran it down turning the motor o...

Views: 293 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 22, 2009 9:17am
by Jack Connor

Norm Toone

1926 Durant 614 for sale

Ya right not 1926 nor Star nor 614. Claims to be fully restored M2 coup. Right hand drive. Has rad shell of 28 / 29. PDF] Durant 614 File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat - View as HTML 1926 Durant Star M-2 Coupe. Completely Retored. Near Showroom Condition ... Spar...

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Last Post: Mar 21, 2009 12:59pm
by Norm Toone

Mike Linthicum

Wiring Diagram for model 65

OK fellow Durantonians here's one for you. I need you to look back in all those old books many of you have and see if anyone can come up with a wiring diagram for a 1928 Model 65. It has the 15L engine, internal gas gauge and temp gauge on the dash. How bout it Jan,...

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Last Post: Mar 21, 2009 9:20am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick

fuel pump

Seems like if its not one thing its six. Anyone have a fuel pump to sell me?? Mine is not putting out any fuel. Sure fun trying to start an old car--. I have the fuel to the pump but it wont push it onward . If I cant buy one I will have to have mine rebuilt . looks...

Views: 350 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 20, 2009 4:41pm
by brian boys

Ken McCormick

condenser

I have need of a condenser for my distributer. Just discovered that there is none in the dist. and cant even see where it would fasten in .Has anyone got a picture and a part number for me ?? Distributer number is IGB-4031-4K Thanks again guys...

Views: 1008 Replies: 9

Last Post: Mar 20, 2009 5:26am
by Norm Toone

Rusty from Prescott

STAR HEADLIGHT BEZEL ?

I spotted what might be a STAR headlight bezel on ebay. item #230331028061. Could be an opportunity for someone in need of one.

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Last Post: Mar 19, 2009 9:30am
by Rusty from Presc...

gary k

durant wire wheel specs....

I WOULD APPRECIATE SOME HELP GETTING THE SPECS FOR DURANT WIRE WHEELS...FOR 1928-29-30-31-32 . WHAT ARE THE FOLLOWING FOR EACH YEAR..SEND ANY OR ALL THAT YOU KNOW FOR SURE...MANY THANX. WHEEL DIAMETER... WIDTH OF RIM NUMBER OF SPOKES... NUMBER OF BOLT HOLES...

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

Rusty from Prescott

REAR AXLE Mystery

I picked up a drive axle the other day for spare parts.I pulled it from,what I figured to be, a model F chassis. I got it home and started disassembly when I noticed that regular STAR hubcaps are too big for the hubs.The rest of the axle parts look correct. Even all...

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Last Post: Mar 18, 2009 8:18pm
by Rusty from Presc...

Dave Schulte

Durantonian in the Hospital

Dave Jansen is in the hospital and could probably use some cheer. Please take a minute and send him a card or note. Thanks, Dave Jansen 216 South Kingshighway Div. 6900 North Campus Schoenberg Bldg. St. Louis, Mo. 63110

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Last Post: Mar 18, 2009 12:33pm
by Rick Botti

Norm Toone

More cars / Parts

Just passing this on for your interest, as it was passed to me. I have no idea what they look like other than as mentioned here. I'm sure pic's can be sent to anyone interested. The first is from a fellow in Manitoba with a complete 29 Durant with 2 extra welled f...

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Last Post: Mar 16, 2009 5:28am
by Norm Toone

John Sweeney

Bearings for 1926 Durant Motor 4 Cylinder

Hi Fellows, Have another project on the go. Looking for Bearings for a 1926 Durant Motor as follows; Front Bearings no 1668& 1669, Centre Bearings No 10761 & 1077 Big End Bearings 8 in all No 6785. Any Clues where I can obtain same.If you have...

Views: 438 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 15, 2009 5:31pm
by Dave Schulte

Guy J. Belzil

Muffler size and Tailpipe shape

I have the pipe from manifold to the muffler for my 1926 Star Model 40 Touring. I have no muffler or tailpipe. I would like the correct muffler length and diameter ? And is there supposed to be a tailpipe ? (or did things stop at the muffler end) And if...

Views: 446 Replies: 5

Last Post: Mar 13, 2009 4:33am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

engine start up

I am soon going to be trying to start the engine in this baby. Are there any tips that I should know about to make it easier to do? I hope I can get it running . Hate to have done all this work for nothing. It should run but maybe there are some little things that w...

Views: 633 Replies: 14

Last Post: Mar 12, 2009 7:26pm
by brian boys

Guy J. Belzil

Clutch Pedal Shaft Yoke

Hello Gentlemen: I appreciate being able to ask questions / opinions as I dismantle, clean and prepare parts for a mechanical refurbishment. Current Point: Clutch Pedal Shaft Yoke. As my photographs indicate, my grandpa had sleeves (one is a squared cop...

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Last Post: Mar 11, 2009 7:03pm
by Guy J. Belzil

Guy J. Belzil

Zenith Model B versus Tillotson JR5

My grandpa's car came with a Zenith Model B Carburator. I have rebuilt this carb and things seem to work.... But... I understand that a Tillotson carb was normal for a 1926 Star Model M from Leaside, with W5. In that vein I bought a Tillotson carburator on...

Views: 1145 Replies: 7

Last Post: Mar 10, 2009 4:35am
by Norm Toone

Dib Franciss

Manual de Reparación (in Spanish) para RUGBY 4 cilindros

Hi dear Durantonian friends, Unfortunately I spent these two last weeks with a very strong pharyngitis which took me out of the scene here. Recently when I bought my 1927 Rugby, Model M, I received a precious original version of the REPAIR MANUAL in Spanish toge...

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Last Post: Mar 8, 2009 6:21am
by Dib Franciss

Ken McCormick

Brake switch

Its me again with another dumb question -- What about a brake switch?? didnt have one on the cars I had so dont know what it looks like or where it should fit. Anyone have info on this ? I have wires to hook to it if I find one -- Also need the inner horn but...

Views: 871 Replies: 29

Last Post: Mar 7, 2009 3:47am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

horn button spring

I have been all over town today looking for a spring for my horn button (30 durant coupe)--No luck. Does anyone have one for sale?? If not I may have to have a guy make one for me. I have a machinist friend who is very good at that kind of job but he is qui...

Views: 271 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 6, 2009 3:16pm
by Ken McCormick

Dennis Murphy

Devaux Hubcap

There is a Devaux Hubcap on Ebay. Item number: 250383489525. The Buy it now price is $1000!!! I bet if you made an offer of $999 the hubcap could be yours.

Views: 362 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 5, 2009 7:56pm
by Gary Yelle

Dennis Murphy

Ebay 1925 Durant/Star project

Item number: 290300389318. May have some usable parts?

Views: 395 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 5, 2009 6:44am
by Dennis Murphy

Lance Chabot

Still looking for Locomobile parts

Thanks Rick, Back on line (was even blocked at home today)the "Confuser" is back up again!! Lots of fun today!! Worked on the "Locomobiles" all afternoon, doing minor things but Making progress! Thanks for all the warm words Norm...what did you think of tha...

Views: 411 Replies: 6

Last Post: Mar 5, 2009 5:21am
by Lance Chabot

Ken McCormick

oil fittings

Does anyone have a couple of the oil cups that fit on the water pump of a 30 durant model 614. Mine are not usable .I have one that is broken and one that someone welded the hole so its a matter of redrilling and replacing . these are tha small -about 14 inch diamete...

Views: 512 Replies: 11

Last Post: Mar 4, 2009 1:45pm
by Ken McCormick

Guy J. Belzil

Oil Lubrication on Starter ?

I am rebuilding my starter on a 1926 Star W5, starter is Autolite Type MO No. 4102. The back plate has a small oil cap and lid to fill (squirt) with oil... This allows oil down to starter shaft and bearings. I have removed the bearings (brass sleeves) and cleaned...

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Last Post: Mar 3, 2009 4:57am
by Guy J. Belzil

Norm Toone

Canadian eh

Just for poor Lance in cold Fla. Couldn't resist when I got this this morning. Now there's a pair of Canadians enjoying winter. Surprised they aren't in shorts.

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Last Post: Mar 2, 2009 6:42pm
by Ken McCormick

Lance Chabot

E-Bay 1926 STAR Ad, 2 Hours left $6

Saw this tonight with 2 Hours left on An e-bay item #: 350170423652 NICE Black and White Ad: for 1926 STAR Six Landau Sedan, from Saturday Evening Post. Ad measures 10-1/4" X 13-1/2". Price $6.00 Dollars Lance C.

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Last Post: Mar 2, 2009 4:44pm
by Lance Chabot

Shaun Murphy

Stromberg vs Zenith carbs

I have a original stromberg u-2 carb. It's made of pot metal and this seems to have limited my options. The only place I can fine to rebuild it is a company in Australia. They will replace the body with an aluminum one. This will cost well over $1000USD.. The other o...

Views: 789 Replies: 8

Last Post: Mar 1, 2009 3:40pm
by Shaun Murphy

Rick Botti

If I had a Million and the Durant car chase

Here is a rare clip from the movie, If I Had a Million starring W.C. Fields. Yo might call it 1930's road rage, but if you watch this clip to a little past the half way point, you will see a Durant Roadster being chased by W.C. Fields. The real question is, What mode...

Views: 460 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 27, 2009 7:27am
by Lance Chabot

Peter Ewart

33 Frontenac parts for sale

Hi, I have a rusty 1933 Frontenac Flyer body ( Canadian car) 2 dr sedan that was placed indoors 20 years ago and I now have no room for it indoors. No frame, no floor, 1 door, 1 front fender, 2 back fenders, rear tank cover, dash and firewall. It is not in the be...

Views: 1120 Replies: 15

Last Post: Feb 26, 2009 5:57am
by Norm Toone

L.C.

Need continental c400 engine

I am looking for a continental C-400 engine that works or could be made to work. Can anyone help?

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Last Post: Feb 25, 2009 1:46pm
by L.C.

Mike Linthicum

Wheel puller

First does anyone know of the proper thread size for a wheel puller for my 1928 Model 65? Secondly does anybody have one they want to part with? I expect it is the screw on type with threads and a bolt through the center right?

Views: 416 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 25, 2009 5:55am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

oil fittings

Its that ****ed guy again-- I have an oil fitting on my water pump that is leaking water . Can anyone tell me if these are threaded or if they are just pressed in ? I am thinking of changing it to a grease nipple . It sort of has me curious about the water . Wh...

Views: 431 Replies: 9

Last Post: Feb 24, 2009 10:38pm
by Ken McCormick

Jack Malpass

Auto-Lite Distributor in Durant

I am trying to get another Durant ready for Texarkana and need information on a distributor in the Durant. Can anyone cross the Auto-Lite # IGW-4139A space 3A and tell me what it originally came out of. Could be an industrial or marine or auto. I don't think it is...

Views: 550 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 24, 2009 8:30am
by Jack Malpass

Rick Botti

DMAC Elections

To all Durantonians, as you know 2009 is an election year for the DMAC; the last was back in 2006. Sometimes it is hard for me to believe that over two years have passed so quickly but they have. This year the club will elect officers to serve for the 2010-2013 term....

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Last Post: Feb 23, 2009 12:40am
by Lance Haynes

Guy J. Belzil

Cam Shaft Babbiting Question

Hi guys. I was in Calgary Alberta last week delivering my W5 block for babitting. Mr. Horace Bauer of the Alberta Antique Car Association is in charge of their babitting operations. I was given a tour of babitting shop and was very impressed with knowledges known...

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Last Post: Feb 22, 2009 9:01am
by Guy J. Belzil

Rusty from Prescott

Star w-4 w-5 interchangeable parts?

Hi Durantonians.I am wondering if some of you out there know what parts are interchangeable with each other on the w4 and w5 engines. crankshaft? rods? other parts? Thx, Rusty

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Last Post: Feb 21, 2009 11:04am
by Rusty from Presc...

Dib Franciss

Manual de Instrucciones para automóviles RUGBY Modelo M (Spanish)

Hi dear friends, I am gladly sharing wit you all a spanish version of the "Instruction Book" for RUGBY cars Model M. This is not the same as the Repair Manual available in the DMAC website. You need to download it within 7 days, otherwise the site will delete t...

Views: 308 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 20, 2009 5:47pm
by Dib Franciss

Norm Toone

Durant serials

Rick .. you back from your sales trip yet ? Re missing serial numbers for Durant and our emails between Terry and us ? 1929 40 (1/29) missing in all plants, plus one or more changes ? M2 (8/28)to 28 etc and 1933 633 L 1001 up. Just wiping out emails before OE corr...

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Last Post: Feb 20, 2009 1:35pm
by Norm Toone

Shaun Murphy

Wiring Harness Suppliers

I've been looking around and have found two companies that make wiring harnesses for the Durant. I have a 1930 6-14. Rhode Island Wiring only offers a kit for the 1931 6-14, would this work in the 1930 model? YNZ offers a 1930 kit but for $200.00 more. Why the...

Views: 492 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 20, 2009 11:55am
by Ross Hoevet

Steve Blomquist

Continental engine specifications

Fellow Durantonians and motorheads, I need your help! Many of us, from time to time, are, or will be, in the process of hunting down information for the older engines, transmissions, differentials, and other systems in our Durant cars. Recently, I have been searchin...

Views: 1879 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 20, 2009 11:49am
by Jeff

Gordon Curl

14th Annual Durant Gathering - Ontario

Hard to believe that this will be the 14th Annual Durant Gathering to be held in Ontario. Our event started out to honour Jeff Cromeens as he finished "The Great American Race" that finished in Toronto on June 30, 1996 I had known Jeff for 15 years, having met him...

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Last Post: Feb 18, 2009 6:05am
by Norm Toone

Ken McCormick

voltage regulator

Hi again-- I see on the wiring diagram that there is no voltage regulator . Is this right ?? I was under the impression that all wiring had to have a regulator. I sure am no expert and need all the help I can get. would sure like to get this wiring in and finish...

Views: 456 Replies: 7

Last Post: Feb 18, 2009 3:35am
by Norm Toone

Dave Schulte

Head and manifold gasket numbers

Does anyone know the McCord part numbers for the head and manifold gaskets for the 22A and 15L Continental engines? THANKS!! Dave

Views: 379 Replies: 7

Last Post: Feb 17, 2009 4:59pm
by Phillip Donoghoe

gary k

a favor...about Reo information & another Durant

Hello friends...I need some help ..anyone who has any good info on 1930 Reo Model 15...a coupe, I would appreciate any chances of copying owners manual, repair list or manual...whatever may be available...I am helping my friend with his new car.....and..... guess w...

Views: 369 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 17, 2009 4:54pm
by gary k

Ricardo H.Colombo

W5 Engine problem

Dear Durantonians: Again I am posting this part of my previous question, as it may be hidden between so many subjects treated in the Forum. It is regarding the blocks W5A-600-A and W5A-607-A interchangeability? I have two engines with the following engraved d...

Views: 507 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 17, 2009 1:30am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Vince O'Brien

Free Transportation

It looks like I'll be returning to San Francisco from Los Angeles with an empty enclosed car hauler sometime in the next 4 to 8 weeks. If someone needs a car hauled I'd be happy to carry it. Free to club members. Likewise, on the way down, there will be room to...

Views: 335 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 16, 2009 11:47am
by Vince O'Brien

Vince O'Brien

Washers under Head: Bolts Now what do i do?

I've been reading the posts about washers under head bolts and realize I may have made a mistake in restoring the engine compartment on my 50 Mercury. It has the original flat head engine. I replaced several of the head bolts with original style bolts and put washe...

Views: 370 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 16, 2009 8:16am
by Lance Chabot

Ken McCormick

Temp sender unit

Hello everyone I need info on the temp sender unit for the 30 model 614. Mine has the top broken off and no number that I can find. Can someone supply the info I need to replace it? such as -part number and manufactures name? Doesnt seem to be listed in my parts...

Views: 348 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 13, 2009 4:37am
by Norm Toone

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