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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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.
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
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?
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
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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
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...
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...
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...
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?
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...
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.
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.
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...
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...
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].
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?
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...
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
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.
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...
I've just added new pictures for:
* This year's Durant Gathering to the Past Events page. You'll find it on the bottom of the Photographs page.
* 1933 Durant Coupe owned by Keith Reid on the Durant page in the Photographs section.
* 1926 Star Model M Coupst...