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Leonard Burkholder

I need a Gas petal

Greetings Durant Gang, I am restoring a 1929 Model 60 touring. I need the gas petal and rod that connects to the carb. Do you have an extra? Or if I could borrow it for a pattern and I will get one made. Thanks,

Views: 253 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 16, 2006 7:13pm
by Leonard Burkhold...

Norm Toone

eBay

Hope I'm not the only novice when it comes to eBay connected to this site. Discovered a lot more Durant / Star item's under "all", rather than just car / parts. Rad crests under badges, owners manuals, pic's, related items but downside is having to sift through 35 pa...

Views: 450 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 16, 2006 4:22am
by Norm Toone

Al Farnum

Fan Belt

I am in need of a new fan belt for my 14L engine in my 28 Model 60. What is a good source for a new belt? Thanks.

Views: 438 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 14, 2006 11:19pm
by Fritz R. Kuenzel

Ron Hast

License Plate Frame

The 1926 Original California License Plate measures 4 1/4" x 14" -- and am in need of new license plate frames for the newly refirbished and registered plates of that era for the 26 Star Coach. Is there a source known to members for this item?

Views: 214 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 14, 2006 4:25pm
by Ron Hast

Rick Botti

Oakland Star Dealership Pictures Posted

The complete collection of pictures from the R.A. Doty Star dealership in Oakland, California have been posted. You'll find the link on the top of the Star Photographs page. Rick

Views: 265 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 12, 2006 5:05pm
by Lance Haynes

Lawrence

D65 sedan car cover

Can somebody tell me where I can get a car cover for my D65 Sedan. I would prefer a cloth cover as there are a lot of paper type covers out there but i have never had them last.

Views: 197 Replies: 4

Last Post: Mar 11, 2006 5:46pm
by Gary Warden

Mike Linthicum

what's the story on engine colors?

I have corresponded with Bob Porter the Star Guru who I consider an expert on Stars who has provided me with the proper color for the Durant/Star motors which is a gray/green color. My question is to the members is I've seen many older cars with red painted engines....

Views: 719 Replies: 20

Last Post: Mar 11, 2006 5:42pm
by Gary Warden

Frank Witkowski

New Ignition Keys Available

Hi All........ The new ignition keys have arrived. They are made using a nickel silver blank so won't rust like the old steel ones. These work great in my reproduction cylinders. Also have used them in some of my old original switches and they work fine,...

Views: 207 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 10, 2006 10:17am
by EDDIE V

Marvin Ribbich

NOS Rear Fenders

Was told the set of NOS rear fenders I have are for a 1929-30 Durant model 60, part numbers 24312 and 24313, can any one tell me if they were right. I can send pictures or you can look at them on the Antique Automobile Club Of America web site under, "What is it" Nos...

Views: 285 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 10, 2006 7:26am
by Gordon F. Curl

Rick Botti

In Need of Pistons

I'm in need of a set of 2 7/8" pistons for my 14L. The 1929 14L and 15L engines shared the same pistons. If you have or know where I can get a set of new pistons that will fit I'd be grateful. The standard piston has four rings and the size is: Standard 2.874"...

Views: 426 Replies: 8

Last Post: Mar 9, 2006 7:00pm
by Rick Botti

Roger Henney

Need Some Measurement

I have a 1929 Durant 2 door sd. 60 L:-)l lost my notebook that had the measurement it plus my pictures. I talk to Rick Botti he told me that someone might be able to help me. What I need is a measurement form the headlight bar to the grill and from the headlight b...

Views: 295 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 9, 2006 12:23pm
by Roger Henney

Ron Jaremkow

Durant write up

For the Canadian members, OLD AUTOS newspaper has a write-up on WC Durant, the first of two parts. This one is entitled "A brief biography of Billy Durant". It seems very thorough and begins with 1855. Now I know where Crapo comes from. It's pointed out that the c...

Views: 249 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 8, 2006 12:14pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Don Shilling

Star Coupe Parts Needed

Our two Star coupes are coming along slowly but surely. Today, we picked up a load of rough cut ash wood to transform into genuine Star body parts. Butch is taking a break from sandblasting and is starting some metal patch panel repair. Mike Larsen and Ray Ganser ar...

Views: 178 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 7, 2006 5:38pm
by Don Shilling

Rick Botti

Radiator Badge Contest

I've created a new page for the contest. You can easily find it on the bottom of the Special Interest section. Rick

Views: 357 Replies: 8

Last Post: Mar 7, 2006 4:57pm
by Mike Linthicum

mark russell

selling 1925 star

i have a 1925 durant star that i am looking to sell parts too it or the whole car. i have pics, well sell to best offer. plus i also have a 1927 Model AA Capitol serie w/pics also looking to sell. both are just parts cars.

Views: 216 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 6, 2006 10:21am
by EDDIE V

Norm Toone

Tools 1930's

I discovered Durant's had tool kit under the front seat. Never knew that until recently. Sure weren't with our Durant's in the 60's nor any we found in field's or buildings. What are they and are they marked like Ford T (with Ford name, or thistle, or triangle) ?

Views: 658 Replies: 14

Last Post: Mar 6, 2006 4:28am
by Norm Toone

Rick Botti

New Dealer Sign

I just added to the Tech Page under Factory Correspondence/Sales Bulletins a 1931 factory memo regarding the new Durant Service sign. I recreated the memo and scanned the sales brochure and turned them both into one PDF file for easy downloading and printing. It's...

Views: 226 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 5, 2006 1:17pm
by Rick Botti

gary kauffman

reflecting on our website

members, I feel compelled to reflect on the fabulous DMAC website. I get such pleasure reading each part every evening. I cannot wait to see what is added each night to the discussion and to the other columns. Rick has done a great job setting it up and feeding it....

Views: 274 Replies: 6

Last Post: Mar 5, 2006 12:34pm
by Gary Yelle

Ron Hast

Original (rear) carpet

A meticulous restoration of my 26 star has one original item, I'm told, because of nostalgia. The rear carpet in this 2 door sedan is in remarkable condition for being 80 years old, but does show some wear. Trying to detail it didn't help much. It appears to be rath...

Views: 261 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 5, 2006 12:24pm
by Gary Yelle

Mike Linthicum

Durants most popular model

What do you think was Durants most popular model with the public?

Views: 192 Replies: 0

Last Post: Mar 5, 2006 8:21am
by Mike Linthicum

ED VOMERO

RESTORATION FINALLY STARTED

HI GUYS, WELL FINALLY MY 23 STAR TOURING RESTORATION IS IN FULL SWING.TODAY WE SODA BLASTED THE CHASSIS AND I CAN'T BELIEVE THE CONDITION OF THE STEEL IN THE FRAME.ITS LIKE IT JUST CAME OFF THE ASSEMBLY LINE.THE ONLY PLACE WE FOUND ANY RUST IS ON THE RADIATOR SHROUD...

Views: 218 Replies: 2

Last Post: Mar 4, 2006 9:34pm
by Rick Botti

mark russell

selling parts

i have a 1925 durant star that i am looking to sell parts too or the whole car. i have pics, email me at mrbig176@aol.com

Views: 302 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 3, 2006 10:21am
by EDDIE V

Ken McCormick

trip tp Ireland and Scotland

I am going to be on a bus tour of Ireland and Scotland first part of May . Anyone interested in having an old car nut drop in to see the good machines of the British Isles??? Would love to have a look at some of the cars while we are there . Only going to be aro...

Views: 264 Replies: 3

Last Post: Mar 1, 2006 8:07pm
by Ken McCormick

Rick Botti

Website Updates

The most recent Updates are: #1 1926 Star Model R Coach Current Owners Ron Hast & Steve Nimz of Tiburon, California #2 1926 Rugby Touring Car Owned by Ramiro Pinto of Pombal, Portugal #3 Radiator Badge Contest updated to included additional submissions...

Views: 436 Replies: 10

Last Post: Mar 1, 2006 5:44pm
by Rick Botti

Mike Linthicum

East Coast Chapter Newsletter

For everyone that is in the East Coast Chapter. Your newsletter will be mailed from sunny Florida tomorrow. Sorry for the delay. Make sure you clip and mail the registration form back to Yates advising him if you will be attending the ECC Spring meet in Williamsburg....

Views: 182 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 28, 2006 10:57am
by Frank Witkowski

Curtis Smith

Ring gear survey.

I have question for the group: how many of you have torn down and inspected the ring and pinion gears of your cars. Of those that have, how many have found the rivets that fasten the ring gear to the carrier to be loose? The reason I ask is this, of the two axles...

Views: 318 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 28, 2006 12:50am
by Lance Durant

Ron Hast

Locks and door key....

Have 26 Star 2 door R. It has a lock on the outer passenger side door below the handle, but not the driver's door. I don't have a key for the door, the lock is different than the ignition, and am fearful of accidentally locking the car doors (and don't know how) with...

Views: 264 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 26, 2006 3:54pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Steve Large

Durant-Dort Headquarters

I just came across this small tid bit of Durant information while surfing the web. It seems as though the Genesse County Historical Society has received a grant of $10,000 to restore the Durant-Dort Headquarters foyer to it's original condition. There is also mention...

Views: 180 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 26, 2006 1:52pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Rick Botti

Has anyone converted their engine to modern insert bearings?

If so, please tell me more. Rick

Views: 558 Replies: 16

Last Post: Feb 25, 2006 11:00pm
by Rick Botti

Ron Hast

Speedometer calculation

My 26 R Star seems to perk along quite well up to what I'm guessing is about 35 mph. It is obvious that the speedometer shows about a 10 mph higher reading than accuracy. Is there any known method of adjustment, lubricatiion or maintenance that will/might correct it?...

Views: 221 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 23, 2006 5:56pm
by gary kauffman

Yates Milton

Hemmings Classic Car - April 2006

Just finished reading the article on the Durant 6-14 in the April issue Classic Cars. You will probably enjoy the article and the magazine. Thanks to David Adolphus and Hemmings Motors for letting the public know that there were automotive pioneers other than Henry F...

Views: 368 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 22, 2006 11:04pm
by Lance Haynes

Franz Fraitzl

engine paint discontinued

Just a notice to all. I went to my paint guy today to get more engine paint and he told me that they are going to stop carrying the color code. I ordered a hole bunch and have it put in spray cans they will be approx. 14.50 a can.

Views: 302 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 22, 2006 1:45pm
by Walter Pré

Ken Wisniewski

1923 Stock Certificate

Does anyone know if Durant Motors Incorporated capital stock certificates, dated June 22, 1923 have any value?

Views: 176 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 22, 2006 9:56am
by Gordon F. Curl

Mike Linthicum

Correct Tire size for 23 Star

What was the factory tire size offered for the 23 Star Touring, and who has found the best place for quality and price to purchase them from?

Views: 367 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 21, 2006 7:30pm
by Mike Linthicum

Ron Hast

OIl and gas additives

Keeping track of do's and don'ts when playing with a 62 Cadillac and a 26 Star is sometimes confusing. I do know that Marvels Mystery Oil and Lead Additive keep the Cadillac running like new. But I am told to NOT put led additive in the Star gasoline -- but Marvels M...

Views: 258 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 21, 2006 5:50pm
by RonJaremkow

Ron Jaremkow

Car weight?

I have this figure somewhere, but can't find it! How much does my 1930 4-07 or a 6-14 for that matter weigh? Would like to know for trailering purposes. RonJ ...

Views: 309 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 20, 2006 7:30pm
by Stephan Riffault

Mike Linthicum

Hardest Part to find for Durant or Star?

Here's a question for all you Durantonians. All of you that have restored either a Durant or a Star, what has been the hardest part to locate that you've needed to get to complete your restoration or what part have you just not been able to find?

Views: 618 Replies: 18

Last Post: Feb 20, 2006 6:07am
by Adam

Ron Hast

Duplicate Ignition Keys

Having only one simple key for the ignition of the 26 Star, I went hunting for a reserve key "just in case." After sending a photo copy of the key to an eastern company, they offered a blank for $25 each that needed to be taken to a locksmith to be duplicated. Any...

Views: 359 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 19, 2006 6:05pm
by Frank Witkowski

Will Curl

guages

As I go through my 1922 Durant Touring I have come to realize that the oil pressure and amp guage are incorrect. The early A-22 had a 0-10 lb guage the 1923? they had a 0-5 lb guage. This would mean that my 0-50 lb guge is not correct. This would also explain the dog...

Views: 200 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 19, 2006 4:55pm
by Will Curl

Ron Hast

Chrome vs. Nickel Plating

Starpals: I have learned (I think) that chrome plating was not available in 1926, the year of my 26 Star R 2 Door Sedan. After I purchased it (recently), it was apparent that the bumpers and front pieces were beautifully chrome plated (not nickel). I'm not striving f...

Views: 341 Replies: 8

Last Post: Feb 19, 2006 4:37pm
by Will Curl

jeff quicksell

yearly dues

my father sent in dues last year he has not gotten a card or anything letting him know they where paid .put his checked was cashed thanks jeff quicksell

Views: 193 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 19, 2006 4:00pm
by Ron Jaremkow

Lawrence

Converting to 12 volt system

Can somebody please help me with converting my 1928 D65 to 12 volt. I would like the steps and parts involved if possible. I see in the tech section an alternator.But what about the starter and other componants? I would appreciate any help. My 6volt system is just no...

Views: 185 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 19, 2006 8:43am
by Bill Hoaglan

Rick Botti

No website updates for rest of week.

Currently there is an issue with our host server that pervents me from updating and uploading files on this website. Other clubs may also have the same issue. This should be resloved soon, but since this is a holiday weekend I don't expect it to be addressed until ne...

Views: 162 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 18, 2006 1:45pm
by Rick Botti

gary kauffman

radiator badge contest

hello clubbers i sent in the picture of the original D>M>O>C> badge just to give others ideas...don't count mine as an entrant...the others are fantastic and far superior to the old one. but the oval aluminum casting was a good durable unit with plenty of room for i...

Views: 176 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 17, 2006 7:42pm
by gary kauffman

EDDIE V

DURANT RUGBY AT AUCTION

THE OLD CARS PAPER OF FEBRUARY 2 ON PAGE 19 HAS A DURANT RUGBY 4 DOOR PHAETON 1 OF 16 SOLD AT THE RUPP FT LAUDERDALE AUCTION OF 1/16.THE CAR IS LISTED AS # 2 CONDITION AND SOLD FOR $25.500.00,THAT IS AMAZING!!!

Views: 301 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 17, 2006 1:37pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Lawrence

star Hub Cap

I noticed at an antique store there was a hub cap for a star. Is anybody interested? I go back from time to time and would be glad to pick it up. I have to know what price you would pay. I think they wanted around 20 dollars Canadian.

Views: 387 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 17, 2006 6:44am
by Lawrence

Mike Linthicum

Woodgrain dash for Durant, Star?

What was the first year that Durants or Stars started having woodgrain dash & interior trim. I've seen a 29 model 40 from Leaside with it. Was it put on the earlier year cars, and what models? How about the 30's and 31's. Most of them that I've seen are painted solid...

Views: 260 Replies: 5

Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 8:01pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Phil Donoghoe

Crown Wheel & Pinion set for Durant D66 (1929)

Looking through the Forum and in particular Curtis Smith's enquiry re Crown wheel (Diff Ring Gear) and Pinion sets (Dec,20 05) I would like to follow up the leads mentioned in replys. My ratio should be 3.9 which is the 10 teeth pinion and 39 teeth ring gear. I curr...

Views: 217 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 7:00pm
by Phil Donoghoe

KATE

THAT ON LINE AUCTION SITE

Item number: 4613915776 One can certainly dream. I know we did.

Views: 205 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 5:07pm
by Rick Botti

SANDI

REAR BUMPER FOR LOCOMOBILE NO. 8 (?)

I HAVE THIS BUMPER AND WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION AND PRICE. AND IF ANYONE WOULD BE INTERESTED IN BUYING IT.

Views: 137 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 12:50am
by SANDI

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