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Lance Haynes

Mike Larsen hospitalized

Sad news here folks. Mike Larsen our long time faithful club secretary treasure was rushed to the hospital in Vancouver Washington and has gone through triple by pass surgery Monday. He is still pretty weak and is getting blood transfusions. He is at the Southwest Wa...

Views: 582 Replies: 9

Last Post: Sep 10, 2006 12:19pm
by Carol Fogarazzo

Bruce Hargin

Flint Junior Station Wagon.

Does anybody know if the Flint Junior station wagon on eBay is a factory car or something somebody made out of a Flint car?

Views: 365 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 10, 2006 11:18am
by Bruce Hargin

Al Farnum

Engine date

I have an engine with the following numbers. These numbers are on the tag. Star 14L, Ser.No. 15429. On the block is a casting date of 3-10-26. Cylinder head has a date of 2-22-26. Head also has a number of 8LA 616. I would like to know what I have here without...

Views: 386 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 10, 2006 10:30am
by Rick Botti

Eliot Smith

Transmission removal

Just getting started with the restoration of my 25 star. Need to know how to remove the drive line. Removed the screws holding the cover over the front joint and slid it back. Are the U joints just pressed in and held by the cover or is there some screws or bolts...

Views: 246 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 10, 2006 7:53am
by Frank Witkowski

Bob Smith

headlight reflector

A gentleman with an A-22 has asked me to locate information on replating the reflectors in his headlights. He thinks it is a topic that was covered in the "Durant Partners"?? Does anyone have something I can pass on? thanks Bob

Views: 620 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 10, 2006 12:03am
by Ross Hoevet

Mike Linthicum

Magazine advertisement for 1928 Model 65

Anybody out there have a magazine advertisement for a 28 Model 65 that they could copy and send me in their collections? Let me know.

Views: 302 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 9, 2006 8:47pm
by gary kauffman

Mac Irvine

Pads for Female Part of Door Dovetail

I am having another NOS part made to add to my parts for sale list. This latest addition is NOS urethane pads for the female part of the door dovetail on many of our cars. They will cost $5.00 a pair which does one door plus whatever it costs to mail them. Let me k...

Views: 499 Replies: 3

Last Post: Sep 9, 2006 6:58pm
by Mac Irvine

Walter Pré

Some questions about Durant /Rugby M2 touring 1928

I'm looking for help to answer some questions A) Somebody knows a source for rear brake adjusting nut, part number 22917 and front brake adjusting nut part number 23539 B) Information about thickness of clutch friction section part number 20140 and instru...

Views: 306 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 8, 2006 10:55am
by Walter Pré

Christopher Sanger

Durant/Star Touring exhaust

Can anyone recommend a replacement source for a 1926 Star Six touring car. any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Views: 346 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 6, 2006 3:44pm
by Rick Botti

Eliot Smith

Engine Rebuild

I am starting the restoration of my 25 Star with the engine. Wanted to do a complete rebuild but have found no one local that could do the bearings. And what I have found out this can be quite expensive. My clearance the rods were at .003 and my mains, after remov...

Views: 425 Replies: 7

Last Post: Sep 5, 2006 9:28pm
by Lance Haynes

Ricardo H. Colombo

DMAC radiator badge

No news about this subject? Best regads and congratulations to new authorities. Ricardo

Views: 761 Replies: 11

Last Post: Sep 4, 2006 7:40am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken Brink

Gilmore Car Museum

Hello Durantonians; Saturday Aug. 5th 2006 my wife Dorothy and I spent the Day at Gilmore Car Museum at Hickory Corners, MI. North East of Kalamazoo, MI. This weekend was the weekend of their Classic Car show of about 300 Auto's. There were NO DURANT AUTOS THERE,...

Views: 260 Replies: 0

Last Post: Sep 2, 2006 11:34am
by Ken Brink

Mike Linthicum

High quality limited edition Star Lapel Pins

Is there anyone interested in purchasing a star lapel or hat pin like the Durant pins I had made up? They would be the same size 3/4" made of a good quality in the correct colors and made in a limited edition. The would be in the style of the 26 radiator emblem but w...

Views: 592 Replies: 13

Last Post: Sep 1, 2006 8:44am
by Barry White

Ed English

How can I replace the horn wire in the steering shaft on my 26 Star Mod "R"

Can anyone tell me how to go about replacing the armored wire that goes from the horn button down through the steering shaft and to the horn on a 1926 Star 6 Model "R" Coupe. It looks as though there must be an exit hole from the steering shaft near the small hole i...

Views: 331 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 31, 2006 2:57pm
by Ed English

gary k

star sedan for sale on ebay...1924 2 door

hey durantonians, a star 2 door sedan is for sale cheap on ebay...item #250011413676...ebay motors collector cars under 1939 or earlier section ...first bid requested $510.

Views: 386 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 31, 2006 5:13am
by Mike Linthicum

Ken McCormick`

Bateries

What are the specs for a good battery for my 1930 Model 6-14 coupe? Is there a specific battery that would be best for this car ? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks gang Ken

Views: 513 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 31, 2006 4:34am
by Ron Jaremkow

Ron Hast

Power train parts

We have (26 Star R Coach) experienced a sudden power train disconnection somewhere behind the transmission -- could be a broken axel. Mechanic will identify problem Monday morning. What is the source for drive shaft, differential or axel parts if needed?

Views: 432 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 29, 2006 3:26pm
by Ron Hast

Keith Nordquist

Message for Terry Harris

Hi Terry, I seem to have lost contact through the E-mail with you. I have these headlamp lens's ready to ship. Like to hear from you.. Keith N

Views: 309 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 29, 2006 6:32am
by Keith Nordquist

jeffrey quicksell

pictures from newark car show

when we where at the newark car show in 2004 some one was talking of people sending in pictures and putting them on a cd didi this ever happen jeff quicksell

Views: 377 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 28, 2006 5:25pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

gary kauffman

SENDING PICTURES TO GARY K FOR I.D. GUIDE

MEMBERS.... WHEN SENDING ME E-MAILS ABOUT THE CAR I.D. GUIDE... PLEASE PLACE THE WORDS "DURANT CLUB" ON YOUR TITLE OF MESSAGE SO I DO NOT DELETE IT AS AN UNKNOWN SOURCE EMAIL...I DO NOT RECOGNIZE ALL MEMBERS NAMES AND EMAIL NAMES YET.... THANX , GARY K

Views: 314 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 25, 2006 8:59pm
by gary kauffman

Mike Linthicum

6 volt to 12 volt converter for you Durant Product

I was browsing my issue of the Hemmings Classic Car and came across an add from Analytic Systems for a converter from 6 volts any polarity to 12 volts 10 amps. This would allow you to run a modernt radio, CD player or XM radio in you Durant product. Doesn't say what...

Views: 383 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 23, 2006 6:29pm
by Bob Porter

Wayne Farrand

Durant in Branson

Is anyone aware of a Durant in Branson. MO? This past weekend wife and I were in Branson, MO visiting friends and they took us to a place called Celebration City to see the laser show at night - really something. But upon arriving, walked in the gate and there was a...

Views: 348 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 21, 2006 11:38pm
by Rick Botti

Bill Hoaglan

A-22 Transmission

I am contiplating installing a later model transmission in my A-22 touring, the A-22 transmission is remote mounted as I understand the model 40s and 60s are also crossmember mounted...I have taken the best parts from two A-22 transmissions installed new bearings and...

Views: 496 Replies: 7

Last Post: Aug 20, 2006 2:12pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Ken McCormick`

Gary Knight--request for parts

Gary I tried to E mail you but it was refused . I have a roof for a 30 durant coupe in great shape . I would prefer to sell it as a complete unit rather than just a piece of it. I am not looking to make a pile here but would like a little to help me offset my cost...

Views: 264 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 19, 2006 12:58pm
by Ken McCormick`

International!

Ah, the power of our club! Last month Warren Elliott from Christchurch New Zealand was here on holiday to visit family and the Grand Canyon. He read of my Star in the membership roster and came to visit me here in Tempe, AZ. He has a Ruby M4 coupe. Had an enjoyabl...

Views: 438 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 14, 2006 9:27pm
by Lance Haynes

Al Farnum

Brake shoes

Can anyone tell me the right thickness of new brake linings for my Durant 60. They measure 1 1/2 inches in width. Thanks

Views: 431 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 14, 2006 9:24pm
by Lance Haynes

gary kauffman

Durants & Stars for sale on Ebay

hello Durant and Star lovers.... . I THOUGHT YOU MIGHT LIKE TO KNOW THAT THERE ARE CARS FOR SALE ON EBAY. There are at least 4 Durants and Stars for sale on e-bay...ebay motors collector cars before 1925 section. I saw an A-22, a two door sedan (really rough), A B...

Views: 387 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 12, 2006 9:01pm
by Hal Vandevord

Brian Byrnes

Oil filter for M5

Has anyone out there fitted an oil filter to the W5 motor. If so how and did it effect oil pressure at all Many thanks Brian

Views: 292 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 11, 2006 4:46pm
by Brian Byrnes

gary k

AN INQUIRY TO SID SEMPLE

TO SID SEMPLE... HELLO SID...I AM READING ABOUT YOUR NEWER WATER PUMP FOR THE 1929 DURANT....HOW ABOUT A FEW MORE DETAILS ABOUT WHAT AND WHERE TO GET THE ITEMS USED? ALSO, DO YOU HAVE ANY THOUGHTS ABOUT JUST USING THE GENERATOR HOUSING TO DRIVE THE DISTRIBUTOR AND P...

Views: 425 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 8, 2006 7:47pm
by gary k

Franz Fraitzl

1931 Coupe for sale

Hello, just posting a message for a customer who has a 31 coupe for sale it is partly restored and partly assembled. The owner past away and the sun would like to sell is since he has little interest in finishing the restorations. Let me know if anyone is inter...

Views: 294 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 8, 2006 4:55am
by David Roberts[TH...

Ron Jaremkow

For sale in local paper

This ad was in to-day's Ottawa newspaper. It may be of interest to members in Ontario or Hookstown PA. 1928 Durant, 4dr, ideal for restoration, stored inside last 50 years. New tire/tubes, rest original. $5,500; 613-830-0067 Those would of course be Canadian...

Views: 299 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 6, 2006 6:44pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Terry Harris

looking for a rear tail light glass lens

I am looking for a rear tail light glass to suit a 29 D 60. The glass has STOP in the top I would consider the whole lot if some one did not want to seperate, Any help would be very much appreciated.

Views: 283 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 6, 2006 6:33pm
by Terry Harris

Charles A. Spitz, AIA, NCARB

Durant Partner

The lasted issue of the Durant Partner arrived on Saturday. Another outstanding issue, the color photos on the front and rear covers are really striking when you pick up the magazine. charlie

Views: 238 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 6, 2006 4:48pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Joe Sauter

Parts for sale, CHEAP!

Hi everyone! We are in the process of cleaning out our garage. The parts we have available are the following: Engine Transmission Front Axle Rear Axle Wheels Leaf Springs ...and more Take all for 150.00. We are not sure what year these parts are...

Views: 462 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 5, 2006 3:09pm
by Glenn Guild

Nickoal

1929 Rugby (Van or Panel Truck)

Looking for more information. The title says it is a 1929 Rugby 1/2 ton panel truck. The plate on the engine says: w8-7-1283 ~ Durant Motors Company ~ Continetal Motor Corporation ~ On the engine block it has: w8A 603 ~ It is a 4 cylinder. wheels are steel...

Views: 548 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 5, 2006 3:10am
by David Roberts[TH...

Lance Haynes

Free California Vacation

Free Southern California vacation. Free steak dinner and guided tour of the San Diego in my 29 Durant, free lodging and free tickets to the world famous San Diego Zoo plus I will give you $1,000.00 cash. All you need to do is stop by Frank Witkowski’s house in...

Views: 306 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 4, 2006 6:31pm
by Lance Haynes

Mike Linthicum

Frame re-finishing

Did most of you Durantonians media blast your frame prior to refinishing, or use the old wire brush method of cleaning? Has anyone used the Eastwood frame paint to finish off their frame? What else has been used to get a good result?

Views: 447 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 1, 2006 7:28pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Rick Botti

1933 Durant Sedan Pictures

Just posted pictures of Tim Orr's rare 1933 Durant Sedan in the Photographs section. Outstanding Find Tim! Rick

Views: 891 Replies: 10

Last Post: Aug 1, 2006 1:39pm
by Walter Pré

John

Going to look at a Durant

Hello, I am going to look at a Durant for sale in my area sometime this week. I have a few questions I'd like answered before I go, and any other advice you have would be appreciated. First, the car has no title so I'd like to know where the VIN plate is and how...

Views: 467 Replies: 3

Last Post: Aug 1, 2006 12:50pm
by John

Brian Byrnes

Generator gearing

I'm seeking info about the proper gear to use. I have 3 gears for W5 Engine. One has 15 teeth, one 16 teeth, and one 20 teeth. Which is the correct one? I would also like to know what is the correct Tie-rod Ball size for 29 Rugby M4? Thanks In Advance! Brian.

Views: 268 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 31, 2006 10:47am
by Mike Rice

Terry Harris

looking for headlight glass 9/38inches

if any one has a pair i am in need to finish my resto I would really appreciate any help as Durant is quite hard to find in Australia Many Thanks Terry Harris.

Views: 521 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jul 25, 2006 8:42pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Vince O'Brien

Timing a W5 engine?

I had the generator rebuilt so I needed to retime the engine. I followed the procedure in the original manual using the mark on the flywheel but it wouldn't fire. Finally, I had a friend crank it over while I turned the distributor until it fired. While it runs at...

Views: 401 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 25, 2006 7:14pm
by Bob Porter

Moe Wright

Still looking for my Star

Hi - I’m Moe Wright, of the ‘Searching For The Star of My Life’ in the ‘Personal Stories’ under the ‘Durant Links’ page. It’s several years since my story first appeared, and I am still wondering if my first love has a...

Views: 458 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 24, 2006 11:11am
by Moe Wright

David Roberts[THE WOLFMAN]

1928 durant 2dr coupe steering wheel

Hi guys I need your help. My steering wheel seems to be very loose.I see no screws holding the wheel or horn button or button cover on.Can any you tell me how to remove the cover to tighten the wheel.THANKS IN ADVANCE [THE WOLFMAN].

Views: 304 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 22, 2006 7:40pm
by gary k

David Roberts[THE WOLFMAN]

1928 Durant 2dr coupe Tire pressure

Can any one tell me the correct tire presure for my coupe.Also anybody have a spare service manuel.

Views: 321 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 21, 2006 6:40pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Vince O'Brien

Attaching a radiator badge?

I had the radiator shell replated and the badge restored. The "ears" on the back of the badge are in bad shape and likely won't hold the badge in the hole in the shell. Can it be glued in? If so, what type of glue would I need? Any other ideas?

Views: 408 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 20, 2006 11:59pm
by Barry White

Mike Linthicum

An opinion on the recent election.

Is the DMAC a democracy? With the finalazation of the recent so called election we must take a moment to ask this question. Did you the members of the DMAC really get the proper information to vote effectively or did you take the complacent approach that so many do w...

Views: 899 Replies: 15

Last Post: Jul 20, 2006 7:14pm
by Charles A. Spitz...

Lawrence

Need advice

The interior panel above the back window in my d65 is coming unglued. Can this be fixed without major undoing of the interior? It now looks as if the glue let go and has caused a bulge. Any ideas on how I can repair this?? Thanks lawrence

Views: 427 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 20, 2006 6:54am
by Lawrence

ken Brink

Durant Artical w/ a 1931 Durant 614

This last Saturday at a local car show a friend gave me a copy of Hemmings Classic Car Magazine. In it is a 7 page color artical of our man Durant and showing a 1931 Durant 614 Deluxe Sedan owned by our Club Member Odus G. Raymer. April 2006 issue.

Views: 401 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 17, 2006 1:48pm
by ken Brink

Rick Botti

The DMAC Mission

When the DMAC was formed back in 1998, our founder Yates Milton wrote direct and clear mission statement, is was and still is: "Preserve the automobiles manufactured by the Durant Motor Company and provide enjoyment for each member with meets, tours and technical...

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Last Post: Jul 11, 2006 10:56am
by Rick Botti

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