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Bill Hoaglan

Durant Parts

Hi All, Shawn Shippey of Enumclaw, WA has some Durant parts that he would like to make available...Shawn has a W-5 Contintinal engine that is complete from fan to flywheel, also has a radiator and shell, a hood, what appears to be a crossmember, a firewall with...

Views: 398 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 23, 2007 5:05pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Ron Hast

Die cast models of Star

Wondering if there are any known high quality die cast 1:24 models of the Star and/or Durant. There are many 20's and newer Fords, made by Danberry Mint, etc. Just curious.

Views: 319 Replies: 5

Last Post: Dec 23, 2007 1:56pm
by Ron Hast

Ken McCormick

Winter has come

Seems like winter has come with a vengance. Snowing like crazy and blowing as well. Good time to sit here with a hot rum and plan the next step in the restoring process. Should pack it in and head south . Hope you are all having better weather than this is....

Views: 818 Replies: 26

Last Post: Dec 22, 2007 8:43pm
by gary kauffman

Les & Josie Young

SEASONS GREETINGS

From Sunny Australia Thanks to all for your help in the past. Hopefully we will have our car finished in the New Year. Josie & Leslie

Views: 268 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 22, 2007 10:37am
by Jack Connor

Dave Schulte

Tillotson SP-13B

If you have your heart set on running an original carburetor on your Durant with a 14L or 15L there is a rebuilt Sp-13B on Ebay. Starting bid is $100, but it looks like it's in good condition. Most of these self destructed because of the pot metal they were made of w...

Views: 389 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 21, 2007 8:47pm
by Dave Schulte

PATRICK KELSO

22B DURANT MOTOR WANTED

THE MOTOR I'M AFTER IS A 1922 --23 DURANT MOTOR CONSIDERED A 22B MODEL. WILL POST PICTURES OF THIS RACE CAR SOON THANKS PATRICK

Views: 367 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 20, 2007 6:38pm
by PATRICK KELSO

John Sweeney

Installation of rear Motor Mounts.

Hi Fellows, Hope You can help me. Iam in the process of installing new motor mounts in my Rugby. Have installed the front two but the installation of the rear ones has me a little baffled. As the the mount itself is riverted on to The chasis unlike the front...

Views: 413 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 20, 2007 1:52am
by Phil Donoghoe

Andrew Passadore

Re: Tillotson Carb

Wow Dave, the buy it now price is $ 495.00 Is it THAT rare?

Views: 303 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 17, 2007 8:35am
by Ken McCormick

Dave Schulte

Old DFR Durant Standard Magazines

I have a large quantity of duplicate (actually triplicate) Durant Standard magazines from the old Durant Family Registry. I have probably 98% of the issues from Volume 4 to Volume 22. Not all are mint condition. Lots of information in them. Prefer to sell in one lot,...

Views: 621 Replies: 18

Last Post: Dec 17, 2007 8:27am
by Ken McCormick

Bob Krause

Sale of 1929/30 Durant Sedan

For Sale: Disassembled 1929/30 Durant 4 door sportSedan Model 6-63. So much has been done for this restoration. Poor health has force me to give it up. The first $5,000 takes it. Bring a big enclosed trailer. Bob Krause, 3619 Olive Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807-...

Views: 683 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 15, 2007 4:32pm
by Bob Krause

David Weinstein

Parts

Hello! As an Essex owner, I've found that Essex and Durant shared some hard-to-find parts; noteably the Clum lighting switch and the leverless stewart tank. Even the same reverse orientation of the parts on the starter bendix. I am posting in the hopes that som...

Views: 508 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 14, 2007 7:01pm
by Rick Botti

LeeAnn

Question on Star Station Wagons

Hello All, I hope everyone is getting ready for the holidays and I wish you all of the best for the season. I was wondering if anyone could tell me how many 1923 Star Station Wagon Hacks were made? My family is trying to decide how much to insure the 23 Station Wa...

Views: 270 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 14, 2007 10:18am
by LeeAnn

Airflyer

Engine/Car parts needed

I own a 1929 Durant D75 that has a Contintental 15U motor. I am hunting for a Distributor, Filtrator, and Starter motor for the engine and wiper motor. I would like to know if anyone has these items and would like to part with them. I know these parts were used in ot...

Views: 306 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 10, 2007 9:40am
by Airflyer

Andrew Passadore

I'm in desperate need of a complete distributor

I am in need of a complete distributor for my 1924 Star four banger, or any ideas of any kind of replacment that will work. I'm getting kinda anxious to see if it runs again. If I DO get it running, I may bring it to Oregon this coming year, just for laughs. ( it has...

Views: 270 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 10, 2007 9:00am
by Bob DeAngelis

David Jansen

restoration book or guide

Is there a restoration book or manual available to cover the basic restoration for the 1929 Durant 4 door sedan. I have a good idea how to go about it from people in the club that I have talked to. However a book would be helpful. Dave Jansen

Views: 297 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 9, 2007 12:45pm
by David Jansen

stan morris

600 w oil---I can use 1/2 of this, anybody want to split it with me? stan

600W Oil Gear Oil - $1 (aptos) Reply to: sale-491539951@craigslist.org Date: 2007-11-27, 4:49PM PST I have a 5 gallon tub of 600W oil. If you are an antique car collector, then this is for you. You already know the oil goes for over $10 a quart. I only used le...

Views: 293 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 6, 2007 8:55am
by Rick Botti

Norm Toone

Lacing / Rivets etc

For those looking for lacing, rivets, fender welt and who knows what else, I was giving this site yesterday from a Ford A friend. Guess Frank is busy. It carrys the same lacing ,rivets etc as Frank has. Free catalogue also thicker than Bells yellow pages book. Sp...

Views: 317 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 5, 2007 2:46pm
by Norm Toone

Tim Orr

1933 Durant

This evening the 33 sedan was loaded on to an enclosed car hauler, it's on it's way to it's new owner on the west coast. I'm sure the new owner is just waiting to get his hands on it, so he can pickup where I left off in the restoration.

Views: 493 Replies: 6

Last Post: Dec 5, 2007 4:15am
by Norm Toone

Mike Linthicum

Have you named your car?

Ok Durantonians, I was wondering if any of you have given your cars pet names? I call my 28 Model 65 "Abegayle". How about you?

Views: 405 Replies: 12

Last Post: Dec 4, 2007 9:56pm
by gary k

stan morris

craigslist find

1929 Durant 4dr. sed - $2 (sonoma) Reply to: sale-496812131@craigslist.org Date: 2007-12-02, 7:13PM PST Good project car for resto or Rod good metal lots of work already done $2,500

Views: 289 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 3, 2007 9:27pm
by stan morris

Howard Holdsclaw

sale of 1928 Durant

Moving to Oklahoma, must sell 1928 Model 75 Durant, 15U engine, I restored in 1987 and drove in the Great Race in 1988. Driven about 500 miles since. Spare engine (15U) complete with radiator and shell. Engine was rebuilt, all machined surfaces redone to original d...

Views: 369 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 3, 2007 12:25pm
by Airflyer

Leonard Burkholder

Vacuum wiper motor for model 60?

Greetings Club, I am still restoring my 29 Model 60 touring. This project has become a slow and expensive process. I need another bit of information. The one part I am missing is the wiper motor. Can anyone tell me what kind of wiper motor my car had and where I...

Views: 259 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 2, 2007 6:42pm
by Leonard Burkhold...

Larry Hand

I`m look`n for a durant coupe that is set to drive with vary little work

Views: 318 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 2, 2007 3:01pm
by Dave Roberts [TH...

EDDIE V

CARS FOR SALE

HI IN THE DECEMBER HEMMINGS: FOR SALE: PAGE 459-31 DURANT MODEL 619 PAGE 649- RM AUCTION ON NOV 30- DEC 1 A 1925 STAR MODEL F25,FROM THE AL WEISMAN COLLECTION, WAS AUCTIONED WITH NO RESERVE.I WOULD LIKE TO SEE WHAT IT WENT FOR.

Views: 284 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 1, 2007 4:31pm
by EDDIE V

Abel Aguilera

I' need help to restore my Durant 6-14 roadster

Hello . i need help to restore a durant 6-14 roadster, 1930. Please, send me size of the doors , because my doors is not originaly. Whrite me to my e- mail. marcosgabina@yahoo.com.ar Thanks

Views: 324 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 1, 2007 11:25am
by Abel Aguilera

Ken McCormick

Hood padding

Can anyone tell me where to get the ribbon type padding that goes around the cowl amd rad shell under the hood .I dont even know what the darned stuff is called --ha ha ha . Thanks for your help Ken

Views: 636 Replies: 8

Last Post: Dec 1, 2007 5:09am
by Norm Toone

Frank Witkowski

List of Members at Auburn

Hi All.... The list of members who attended the Auburn meet is ready. If you would like a copy send me an email witth Auburn Meet in the subject. I will reply with the list as an attachment. It is Excel spread sheet form. Thanks Mike & Bill for pulling all t...

Views: 275 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 30, 2007 7:09pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Dave Schulte

Rear Spring Ride Height

On my 30 roadster I noticed the rear of the car seemed too high.There seemed way too much room from the top of the tire to the top of the fender opening. I checked my 30 coupe and it rides almost 2 inches lower than the roadster. I have removed one of the springs and...

Views: 296 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 30, 2007 3:09pm
by Dave Schulte

Levi

Monroe knee action shocks For Sale

time to clear some more parts Monroe knee action shocks off a 1930 614 coupe all 4 shocks for $215 shipped (US only) one is broken all are complete see pic’s

Views: 325 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 30, 2007 10:44am
by Levi

Andrew Passadore

Catalogs order

Frank, I was wondering if you had received my check for the parts catalog & repair manual. My wife mailed it on Nov. 16th & it hasn't cleared our account yet. Let me know if the SNAIL MAIL has lost it! Thanks, Andrew

Views: 309 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 29, 2007 7:27am
by Andrew Passadore

Wayne Farrand

Auburn meet

Will the registration list for the Auburn meet be available to members or at least to others who registered? I'm forgetting who all I met and need to make some contacts. Wayne Farrand

Views: 372 Replies: 6

Last Post: Nov 27, 2007 9:45am
by Frank Witkowski

gary k

jog my memory

hello friends, if there is anything i promised or suggested i would do for anyone...or something i said i would copy and send......that has not been recieved yet...please let me know so i can do it.....sorry for the delay but i may have had a senior moment...and for...

Views: 422 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 23, 2007 7:55pm
by gary k

Norm Toone

407 in NB ad

1930 Durant model 407 95% rust free & in running condition looks completely original and in very restorable condition also with car 4 new tires,spare wheels and wooden spokes, front fenders. - $NEG - contact, Jimmy Pitre. Ccampbelltown , New Brunswick, E3N5G7, Canada...

Views: 364 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 23, 2007 3:08am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

Happy Turkey Day!

I just want to take this opportunity to wish you and yours A VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Rick Botti

Views: 355 Replies: 7

Last Post: Nov 22, 2007 4:35pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Frank Witkowski

Parts and Services Directory

Hi All..... As we talked about at Auburn. I NEED YOUR help. I am putting together a listing of people and companies who provide parts or services for our cars. This is going to be included with the new members directory. Anyone you can reccomend would be...

Views: 798 Replies: 9

Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 5:46pm
by Frank Witkowski

Mike Miller

Durant ignition keys

To enyone looking for the Clum key to fit the Ignition Durants, I found a place you can find them. Go to Key-Men.com item # C2624-oem. Hope this helps everyone in need.

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 3:55pm
by Mike Miller

STEVEN REEVE

VALUE OF A DURANT SIX-SIXTY

HI COULD ANYONE HELP A GOOD FRIEND OF MINE HAS A 1929? DURANT SIX -SIXTY WHICH HE NO LONGER WONTS COULD ANYONE GIVE US SOME INDICATION OF THE VALUE? IT IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND HAS BEEN DRY STORED SINCE RESTORATION 3 YEARS AGO . DONT KNOW IF ITS ANY HELP BUT TH...

Views: 269 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 2:11pm
by STEVEN REEVE

Rick Botti

2008 Memebership Dues - Renew Early

Calling All Durantonians, 2008 is getting here fast and now is a good time to renew your membership dues. Don't put it off, get an early start and renew now. Dues are $35 for USA,$37 for Canada and $40 for International. You will find a Renew Dues button to...

Views: 280 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 21, 2007 9:38am
by Rick Botti

stan morris

Craigslist find

1929 Durant - $2500 (sonoma) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reply to: sale-478796302@craigslist.org Date: 2007-11-14, 11:31AM PST 1929 Durant 4dr. sed This item has been posted by-owner. it's...

Views: 488 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 20, 2007 5:25pm
by Rick Botti

Lance Haynes

Parts Man Frank Witkowski

Hello Durant, Star Car Owners. I am in the process of selling our dear faithful member Frank Witkowski most of my Durant and Star parts so I am advising everyone to contact Frank for parts from now on. The city of San Diego is forcing me to get rid of everything. F...

Views: 720 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 20, 2007 2:21pm
by Rick Botti

Art Langevin

What is it and is it worth anything

Hi, I recently bought a pile of stuff at an auction - in a box of old car stuff I found a different looking radiator cap. It says Boyce on one side and has a little STAR logo on the other side. It has a glass tube inside that I am affraid is loose inside the housing....

Views: 361 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 19, 2007 5:34pm
by Vince O'Brien

stan morris

rear end rebuild

Does anyone have the part #'s and location to purchase bearings and seals for rebuild of my 1929 Durant 2dr sedan rear end? Thanks Stan

Views: 422 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 16, 2007 1:06pm
by stan morris

Orville

vehicle Identification plate

1928 Rugby Model X 1 ton truck I am looking for the wording on a vin plate and if you can a picture of it. I also need to find someone who will refinish it. Can any one help Orville

Views: 376 Replies: 3

Last Post: Nov 15, 2007 9:19am
by Gordon F. Curl

Andrew Passadore

1926 Durant Star on Ebay

I just saw what I think is quite a deal for someone on Ebay, listed as a 1926 Star pickup? Great one for parts or restore. Wish I had the room to store another fixer upper. If anyone's interested, take a look. it is item number 330187394886. Has two days left...

Views: 408 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 15, 2007 8:58am
by Andrew Passadore

Mike Miller

a question

It says that membership is for the calender year on the membership sheet. Dose this mean i would need to renew again in January 2008? I would like to thank Frank for responding to my post. After looking at the pic on the site, I have decided to build my Star...

Views: 261 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 14, 2007 6:04pm
by Mike Miller

Brian D.

Flint Fenders

I was looking at a Flint rear fender on ebay. It looks it would fit on my star. The part number on the fender is listed as 30598 but I don't have any information to verify its application. There are also front fenders available and I would like to know if it is po...

Views: 475 Replies: 5

Last Post: Nov 14, 2007 4:01pm
by Frank Witkowski

Ken Brink

Bill Vigus 1925 Flint

Just received my copy of Old Car Weekly. On page 29 lower right hand corner is a photo of Bill Vigas 1925 Flint, waiting to drive into the Hershey Show Oct, 10/13 2007.

Views: 391 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 13, 2007 3:48pm
by Frank Witkowski

Glenn Guild

Maxwell Wheel Rims

Anyone out there interested in 4 1910 Maxwell wheel rims (the part the tire sets in)? They measure 2 1/2 in. across bead, 21 1/2 inside diameter, 23 in. outside diameter. Solid rims. They are in fair shape & could be fixed and used. Thanks, Glenn

Views: 275 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 13, 2007 3:02pm
by Glenn Guild

Frank Witkowski

Thank You Veterans

Hi ALL..... Lets take time today to thank all the Veterans out there You may not know what this picture represented. These are the Veterans in the DMAC who where at Auburn. Picture taken by Charlie Spitz (who should be in it also) at the Kruse Museum....

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Last Post: Nov 12, 2007 3:01pm
by Ken McCormick

Rick Botti

Current Projects Page

I just added Brian Tanguay's 1929 model 63 four door sedan to the "Current Projects" page in the Photographs section. Rick

Views: 362 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 12, 2007 6:32am
by Brian Tanguay

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