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Mike Linthicum

Original air cleaner for my 28

Anybody have a picture of what the original air cleaner for my 28 with a 15L engine should look like?

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Last Post: Feb 3, 2009 6:23am
by Mike Linthicum

Tony Madson

Oil indicator wanted

In the interest of keeping to stock or original as best I can, I am looking for the original oil level indicator for a w-4 motor in my 23 Star. The motor has the indicator marks on the block but my motor now has a dip stick which is not accurate, although I could...

Views: 486 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 2, 2009 8:47pm
by Vince O'Brien

John Brunstein

New Durant Owner

Hello everyone! As of Monday I will be the proud new owner of a 1928 M2. E-24583 is in what I think is pretty good shape for the age - there's no rust beyond a few minor surface patches, the tires are new(ish), and until recently the car was driving. Prior owner w...

Views: 1033 Replies: 26

Last Post: Feb 2, 2009 1:04pm
by Lance Chabot

Mike Rice

Just wanted to share some good news and luck for myself

Hello everyone I am so excited I have to share this. Is anyone familier with the Jet tool 50th sweepstakes well anyway I was notified as being the grand prize winner and have won the metalworking grand prize worth 10,000.00 dollars worth of air tools to milling machi...

Views: 386 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 2, 2009 12:17pm
by Jan Arnett

Steve Blomquist

Engine vibration dampener assembly

I am in the process of rebuilding a Continental 15U inline 6 cylinder engine belonging to a 1928 D75 Durant. I have been recently studying the vibration dampener which was disassembled before I owned it and looks like some parts are missing. Does anyone have some dra...

Views: 437 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 2, 2009 4:18am
by Steve Blomquist

Dave Webster

engine paint

The 15L Continental engine in our Durant had a gray block and the cylinder head was red. Just wondering if that is correct since the engine was called a Red Seal Continental???

Views: 567 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 1, 2009 6:01pm
by Guy J. Belzil

Yates Milton

Too Much Compression??

I had the engine for my 23 Durant rebuilt in 1975 and it has never been cranked. Just a spit or fire occasionally. My problem is that only turns over adequately when all the spark plugs are removed. Put one plug in and it will not turn over fast enough to crank. I...

Views: 588 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 1, 2009 12:02pm
by Vince O'Brien

Roger Tillotson

Wiring Diagram

Hi, I have a friend who has recently imported a 1922 Durant B22 to the UK, the car was involved in a fire in the US whilst waiting to be shipped with mainly the wiring damaged. I'm looking for a wiring diagram, as detailed as possible, can anyone help? Thank...

Views: 752 Replies: 15

Last Post: Feb 1, 2009 7:54am
by Yates Milton

Dib Franciss

1927 RUGBY - Color Schemes

Dear friends, I've been thinking that the body of my rugby would have originally a color scheme like with reveal and belt rail along the sides. If you look closely along the car, there is a line passing by the upper part of each door and then going around the car...

Views: 323 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 31, 2009 11:36am
by Dib Franciss

Ken McCormick

Seat springs

Has anyone got seat springs for my car?? 1930 Durant Model 614 deluxe rumble seat coupe . I never thought of them till I saw the post here for a few. I could use front both seat and back and also the rumble seat both seat and back I had thought of using foam f...

Views: 328 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 31, 2009 6:48am
by Ken McCormick

Shaun Murphy

Interior Questions.

Regarding my 1930 614 De Luxe Sedan I have a complete rear seat, but a frame only for the front seat (I'm missing the springs). Should I hold out and try to locate the inner pice, or have someone fabricate it? Also, what kind of material was used on the window...

Views: 710 Replies: 9

Last Post: Jan 31, 2009 3:51am
by Norm Toone

Lance Chabot

Locomobile car and Information Request

All, I have been asked by Rick to take over the Locomobile brand as Technical Advisor for the club and am honored to do so. Therefore please if you or anyone you know have a Locomobile OR ANY Information on the brand please forward to me Rick Botti and Mike Lint...

Views: 337 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 30, 2009 7:39pm
by Rick Botti

Dave Huson

Colorado/Wyoming Tour #3

We would like to invite the Durants to the Colorado/Wyoming tour on June 12th. The tour is 6 days long and will reach a new town each night. It is limited to 120 cars 1927 and older. This tour takes place in the most scenic areas of the Unted States. For information...

Views: 283 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 29, 2009 4:55pm
by Dave Huson

John Brunstein

M2 Instruction / owner book?

Did a search on here but didn't come up with anything - does anyone have a source for a copy of the owner's manual that would ahve come with a 1928 M2? I am hoping this might answer a few mysteries, such as: 1)The oil dipstick thingie; how do I read that? Am I su...

Views: 237 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 28, 2009 10:59pm
by John Brunstein

Richard Bandel

1926 Chevy snowmobile.

About halfway through the film. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=568_1233111054

Views: 283 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 28, 2009 10:36pm
by Ken McCormick

Gordon Curl

Hub cap & hub puller on eBay

Item 3101 1733 3443 This is a hub cap and hub puller for a 1921 - 1926 Durant . To remove the hub, you have to first remove the axle nut, then screw this puller on the hub, screw in a bolt and keep tightening until the hub breaks loose - sometimes needs a tap wit...

Views: 468 Replies: 8

Last Post: Jan 28, 2009 4:12am
by Norm Toone

Lance Chabot

LOCOMOBILE Models and Engines

Bob, Yes the Mid priced ($1785-$2285) Locomobile Junior-8 (JR-8) was an Over Head Valve (OHV) Straight 8, 198.9 CID Rated at 66 HP @ 3000 RPM.(Quite advanced for the time; "Listed as the first engine to go 3000 RPM". Now Noted as Contintenal "built for Durant". Fur...

Views: 1086 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 27, 2009 6:44pm
by cdmn

Guy J. Belzil

Engine Rebuild - 1927 W5 600 into 1926 Star

Motor Rebuild I acquired my grandpa’s 1926 Star Model M Touring last spring. Last summer/fall, after doing wheel, tire, brake, suspension rebuilds and finding a valid distributor; I went for a 60 mile test "smoking" drive (with support vehicle). After the...

Views: 796 Replies: 10

Last Post: Jan 27, 2009 6:06pm
by cdmn

Lance Chabot

LOCOMOBILE and Continental engines

I found this LOCOMOBILE note in researching the "Red Seal" engine paint inquiry by Dave about the history of Continental Motors. Hemmings Classic Cars magazine Dec 08, Vol 5, Issue 3: "Powerful as a Nation" By Daniel Steel, Pgs 42 to 45. Further down on page 44...

Views: 663 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 26, 2009 8:17pm
by Lance Chabot

Ken McCormick

wiring harness location

What side does the harness attach to?? I think the drivers side but want to be sure before I put it in . That will happen in the next couple of weeks. Also--what is the best way to do it?--start at the front or rear--or go thru the firewall and work both ways? I am...

Views: 294 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 26, 2009 3:56am
by Norm Toone

Guy J. Belzil

What is amperage of fuse found inside generator

I am rebuilding the generator and have gotten new brushes. Interestingly found a fuse inside my 6 volt autolite generator that was on my 1926 Star. I cannot get any reading off the old fuse and was wondering what amperage this fuse should be ? Tx Guy

Views: 312 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 25, 2009 6:11am
by Guy J. Belzil

Mark Maggio

Head torquing specifications

Hello, I was wondering if someone could tell me what the torque specifications are for a w-5 cylinder head and what pattern you should go in when tightening the head down. Thanks for your help. Mark Maggio

Views: 416 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jan 25, 2009 5:08am
by Guy J. Belzil

Dennis Murphy

1925 Durant Star 2 door sedan rolling chassis for sale on EBAY

A 1925 Durant Star 2 door sedan rolling chassis. Has the W-5 35HP Continental engine. Engine turns over with crank, have not tried to start. Throttle and spark controls work. Drive train appears to be in good working order. Steering, break and linkages are in workin...

Views: 297 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 25, 2009 2:47am
by Dennis Murphy

Lance Chabot

Lots of OLD Car Parts!!

There is a BIG Pre-War Swap Meet comming up near you at Chickasha Okalohoma on March 19-21, sponsored by the Old Pueblo Touring Association. Contact; www.pwsm.com This was listed in this months Hemmings Classic cars magazine, psage, 12. Lance C.

Views: 376 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 24, 2009 9:14pm
by Don Shilling

Jim Glover

need a members email address

I tried to post pics. on this forum,no luck. So I need Arthur Roberts email so I can send pics of water pump to him. Thanks to any who respond.

Views: 354 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 23, 2009 5:42pm
by Arthur Roberts

Richard Bandel

Waldrons Exhaust

Can any Buddy supply photos of the correct type of exhaust system for my Durant?

Views: 280 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 23, 2009 4:54pm
by Mike Linthicum

Michelle Rich

1925 Flint

I'm having a hard time finding any information on a 1925 Flint 2 door sedan. My parents have one and there is no info avalible on a 2 door. Any info or related sites would be a great help. Thanks!

Views: 832 Replies: 13

Last Post: Jan 23, 2009 4:54pm
by jan arnett

Dave Schulte

Zephyr Hills Swap Meet

Has anyone been to the Zephyr Hills swap meet in Florida? Is it any good? Dave

Views: 309 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 23, 2009 4:49pm
by Mike Linthicum

Dib Franciss

"DURANT RIVAL TO THE FORD" (New York Times clipping from 1922)

Hey friends, It's so strange, I've just posted a new message some hours ago sharing a link to download a New York Times clipping from 1922 in PDF format, whose headline was "DURANT RIVAL TO THE FORD", and it simply disappeared from the forum. What happened? Is i...

Views: 267 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 23, 2009 9:17am
by Rick Botti

gary kauffman

OH MY GOSH. BILL DEVRIES !!!!!

DEAR BILL.... WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR RECENT FLIGHT FAILURE. I GUESS NO ONE EVER TOLD YOU ABOUT TYING A 6 FOOT RIBBON TO YOUR KITETAILS TO HELP SUSTAIN THE FLIGHT TIME. MARCIA AND I WISH YOU A GOOD AND RAPID RECOVERY. WE WILL LIGHT A CANDLE FOR YOUR COM...

Views: 610 Replies: 10

Last Post: Jan 23, 2009 3:38am
by Mike Linthicum

Dennis Comer

Dash Cluster

Last phase of completion on 29 Durant Model 60. My dash cluster with the crinkle finish had a silver mat finish. I understand a lot of the Durant cluster were gold. Could anyone educate me on which was more common or which models had the different finishes. Also...

Views: 311 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 22, 2009 9:34am
by Dave Schulte

Dave Schulte

30 Rumble Seat Handles

Hi Guys, Read the post from Ross about rumble seat handles. I'm pretty sure when I first met Ray Zenz in the early 70's at Hershey His prize find was a rumble seat handle for his coupe and it was T shaped with "spears" and locked.Does any one actually have one of th...

Views: 272 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 22, 2009 3:18am
by Norm Toone

Dave Schulte

Ray Zenz 30 Coupe

Does any one know where Ray's 30 Coupe ended up? Thanks, Dave

Views: 321 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 21, 2009 9:54pm
by ross hoevet

Tony Madson

steering bushing needed, photos attached

I am in need of a bushing for my steering linkage. One was missing. Photos attached below. Thanks again for the help. Tony

Views: 385 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 21, 2009 8:27pm
by gary k

Ken McCormick

Door handles

Has anyone got a pair of outside door handles for a 30 coupe .Also need the trunk handle and latch if I can get one. This car is slowly taking shape so I want to get all the pieces I can to finish it off--Would sure like to hear it running this summer -...

Views: 611 Replies: 12

Last Post: Jan 21, 2009 11:52am
by Dave Schulte

Dennis Comer

Plug Wire Tube

I would like to replace the original tube which the plug wires ran through on my 29 Model 60 engine. I know most of these were thrown out at the first tune up. Since I probably won't be able to buy an original, could any one help me with a drawing showing the corre...

Views: 279 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 21, 2009 8:04am
by Dennis Comer

John Parrish

Star Durant wheel puller

In early December I posted a request for a Durant M-2 wheel puller. I now own FOUR Springfield #101-S Knoock-off pullers. The boxes say that among other makes it will fit all models of Locomobile, Star , Gray and Models 610 and 612 Durant. Size is 5/8-18. I got a...

Views: 458 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jan 19, 2009 8:25am
by John Parrish

Ricardo H.Colombo

Engine water leaks

Dear fellow members. Hope that somebody can give me an advise about a problem that is keeping me out of the roads with my M2 1928 Rugby touring 4 cylinders. The story started two years ago when the cranckshaft broke. Fortunately found a spare and went to an ol...

Views: 697 Replies: 11

Last Post: Jan 19, 2009 2:42am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Ron Jaremkow

old video on U-tube

This video is about the old Ford Model T, but nevertheless, I found it very interesting. http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=S4KrIMZpwCY Looks like you may have to copy/paste the address into your browser, I don't see how to enter it as a link. RonJ

Views: 307 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 18, 2009 6:17pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Lance Chabot

Seattle Wash is more North than Canada?

Question, What 3 Canadian cities are further South than Seattle Washington? Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver or Montreal? Most US citizens do not know!!! Not fair getting out a Map! Probably too easy for my Canadian friends. Lance C.

Views: 486 Replies: 19

Last Post: Jan 18, 2009 11:28am
by Charles A. Spitz...

Dennis Murphy

2009 Membership Dues

Do we send our membership renewal checks to Bob Smith in Arizona? Thanks

Views: 313 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 18, 2009 9:49am
by Rick Botti

Gary Soules

Wheel bearings

Does anyone have the correct part numbers for front and rear wheel bearings for a 1926 Star Touring, model F? I will also need numbers for the races. Thanks in advance. Gary

Views: 421 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jan 17, 2009 8:57pm
by Gary Soules

Don Shilling

Scrounging for Parts on a Rainy Day

If anybody has a rotted out fuel tank for a '26-27 Star "M" I could sure use the fittings from it. I need the filler neck and the flanges for the fuel line and drain. I don't need the whole tank. This is a rectangular style measuring 33 1/2" long, 7 3/8" tall, and 12...

Views: 361 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 17, 2009 4:59pm
by Don Shilling

Andy

Durant parts

PS Here's the link to the wheel assembly that I have for sale: www.MrLugnuts.net/pg Click on "Durant wheel assembly" for the pix. Any idea what year this fits?

Views: 406 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 16, 2009 6:57pm
by cdmn

Mac Irvine

W4 Parts

If anyone needs W4 pistons and rods, please contact me. I have two sets available that need a new home.

Views: 315 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 16, 2009 9:11am
by Mac Irvine

Dib Franciss

Instruction Book for 1927 Rugby, Model M

Dear friends, Is there anybody in the Club with a pdf version of the Instruction Book for 1927 Rugby Model M, or even a printed edition. I am willing to find one. I have just received yesterday the original manual of repairs ("Manual de Reparaciones del Rugby")...

Views: 425 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 16, 2009 3:27am
by Dib Franciss

Lance Chabot

Where is the 49th Parallel?

The TV show Millionaire just asked what border the 49th parallel formed between what two countries? 60% percent of the audience said North and South Korea only 29% percent said the US an Canada. Smaller percentages (4 and 7% percent) picked some other countries,...

Views: 407 Replies: 9

Last Post: Jan 16, 2009 3:24am
by Norm Toone

garyyelle

DeVaux owners:

I just received two items of interest on Norman DeVaux. The first is a copy of a letter he sent to a man in Portland in 1924 when he was running the Star factory in Oakland and the second is a article from the Saturday Evening Post on forming DeVaux Hall Motors. Co...

Views: 236 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 15, 2009 5:45pm
by garyyelle

Gary Yelle

29 D-60 Coupe for sale at Portland swap meet

After many years there was no rain at the Portland Or. swap meet this last weekend. It was in the 70's. I saw a few members of out club there. I also saw a 29 D-60 coupe that a man had brought from Eastern Washington. It looked like a complete car but will need r...

Views: 589 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 15, 2009 5:32pm
by garyyelle

Andy

Parts

Hello Everyone, I have a front wheel assembly from a Durant. I don't know what year it is but the hub spins freely-no grinding or slop. I'll post pix on my website later today. Not sure if it's the driver's or passenger's side. I don't want to part it out and I'd li...

Views: 319 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 15, 2009 2:07pm
by Lance Chabot

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