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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: 177 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: 554 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: 217 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: 363 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: 299 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: 172 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: 364 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: 255 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: 306 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: 612 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: 355 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: 196 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: 337 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: 190 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: 180 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: 158 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: 173 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: 298 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: 384 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: 257 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: 213 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: 202 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: 134 Replies: 0

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

orosz csaba

Cluch maintenance issue

Does anyone know how the Clutch release bearing connects to the Hardy joint in a 1927. Durant Rugby?

Views: 347 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 16, 2006 12:15am
by orosz csaba

orosz csaba

Looking for Rugby parts

Hi, I am looking for parts for my 1927. Durant Rugby: - Continental 14 engine (complete) - Brush set for the starter - Brush set for the dynamo - Front turn signal lights - Klakson horn - Rear combination light - Ignition switch - Ignition cabel - Turn sig...

Views: 295 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 15, 2006 11:50pm
by orosz csaba

Ken McCormick`

283 chev engine

I have a 1964 chev impala 283 engine for sale --it is profesionally rebuilt with new pistons and rings--bearings--oilpump- camshaft and bearings -has been bored 30 thou over --crank turned 10 and 10 heads are all rebuilt -valves all done - It is complete from i...

Views: 172 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 15, 2006 10:19pm
by Ken McCormick`

Lance Haynes

December club magazine

Hello everyone. Poor Bob Krause (84 years old) just North of me up in Long Beach Ca. just called and said he finally got all the mailing labels attached and all the right postage on all the magazines and Mike Larsen’s dues renewal envelope inside with 3 seal ta...

Views: 278 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 13, 2006 3:09pm
by Lance Haynes

Ron Hast

Thanks to Rick Botti

Sir Rick: Thanks for your telephone call Sunday Evening. Imagine, being consumed with Startalk all through "60 Minutes" and then some. And thanks for posting the photos of the "new" 26 Star R Coach. You are a wealth of information, and it adds to the intrigue of thi...

Views: 173 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 13, 2006 2:28am
by Ron Hast

gary blalock

vacuum fuel pump

stewart warner 403 d u8, need float,are whole ass. 1927 star touring

Views: 223 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 9, 2006 6:08pm
by gary blalock

Jim Glover

Gas line pressure regulator

Anybody using a gas pressure regulator on their cars? If so, where can I get one? Also, what is proper fuel pressure from fuel pump to Stromberg U-2 carb.? I have been told 2psi, but can't confirm that. Jim

Views: 371 Replies: 9

Last Post: Feb 9, 2006 3:37pm
by Jan Arnett

Ron Hast

Turlock Calif. Swap Meet Report

Before 6:00 a.m. in pitch dark, and rain, thousands of people had arrived and were standing in line to enter this awesome event. The entire fair grounds were covered in what most would describe as "junk". Most prominent other than people were the hundreds if not thou...

Views: 293 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 7, 2006 4:25pm
by Ken McCormick`

D. Traver Adolphus

Home stretch--Hemmings

Hello, Thanks for all the help you have given (you know who you are). I am still in desperate need of the exterior dimensions of the 614: Overall length Overall width Overall height Front track Rear track I do have a full set of specs for the '3...

Views: 347 Replies: 3

Last Post: Feb 7, 2006 12:45pm
by D. Traver Adolph...

Keith Nordquist

Valves for 22A

I am in the start of rebuilding a spare Contintal 22A engine for my '30 Durant. It will be retrofitted with insert berings for both the mains and con rods. I also plan to install a 12 v system with electonic ignition. But... I need a set of valves, valve springs an...

Views: 209 Replies: 1

Last Post: Feb 6, 2006 7:02pm
by gary kauffman

Ken McCormick

Unwanted E mail

Have any of the other members been getting e mail asking if you want to sell your car or any parts of cars?? I have a hunch these are maybe hackers trying to get into my puter to plant virus or some other nasty thing . I have had three requests to buy my car --and a...

Views: 298 Replies: 4

Last Post: Feb 6, 2006 1:13pm
by Norm Toone

Don Shilling

Parts Needed for Star M Coupe

I am trying to build 2 Star M coupes. One, a 26 model and the other a 27 model. It seems like most parts are the same except the door latch mechanisms. However, there are not enough small parts to complete one car much less both of them. Parts needed at present:...

Views: 248 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 3, 2006 5:07pm
by Don Shilling

gary blalock

1927 star

have 27 star touring, need fuel pump stewert warner fuel pump, or float, 403 d u8 hard to read numbers THANKS really nice car , my dad spent alot of time to make it worthy of a calander pic.

Views: 206 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 2, 2006 3:38pm
by gary blalock

Lawrence

Restoration Info Rquired

All to many times I see for sale adds that say amature restoration. I think we all have a certian amount of pride doing things for ourselves or we wouldn't be into the old car hobby. In the 1920's I would think that a lot of cars were made useing similar technics and...

Views: 559 Replies: 12

Last Post: Feb 1, 2006 1:49pm
by Ken McCormick

dave bolls

Durant promotional pocket watch.....OLD!!

I was just doing a web search on Durant as I have an Elgin pocket watch from the 20's. That I am in the process of restoring. The watch appears to be a promotional item commissioned by Durant and was probably given to a dealership owner or Durant executive. The...

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Last Post: Feb 1, 2006 10:37am
by dave bolls

Leonard Burkholder

Clutch spring ?

I am working on my 1929 Durant Touring. I just got the engine completely rebuilt. Now I'm putting the car back together. Will someone Please tell me? Is there suppose to be a spring on the clutch petal? What holds the petal from going in too far or out too far?...

Views: 277 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 31, 2006 3:06pm
by Leonard Burkhold...

Yates Milton

The History Channel

I just posted a short article on The History Channel the title of which is "The Transportation Industries Forgotten Man". It is under the topic "Save Our History". Back in either 1999 or 2000 I tried to get our DMAC members to send live shots of their automobiles fo...

Views: 243 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 29, 2006 8:55pm
by Mike Rice

Don Shilling

Star Coupe Measurments

Hi Guys! Things are progressing nicely on the two M coupes. Butch is doing all the sandblasting and I'm doing the wood work. I've got the door hinge and latch posts made and the corresponding metal fitting nicely. Now, I'm ready to construct a jig to assemble the win...

Views: 174 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 29, 2006 6:15pm
by Don Shilling

Don Shilling

Star Coupe Wood

Does anyone have any pics of a de-skined Star M Coupe. The only info I have to study at present are pics of a '29 D-60 coupe and a '26 Coupester. I'm trying to recreate the wood framework and have precious little original wood to make patterns from. If you send by...

Views: 235 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 29, 2006 1:06pm
by Bill DeVries

Steve Large

TWO 4cyl Continental motors for Durants

I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and will have an even Happier New Years. I'm acting as a 3rd. party in trying to sell 2 Continental 4cyl motors for a friend in Flint Michigan. The 1st. one was removed from a 1927 Durant and is complete with attachments...

Views: 294 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 28, 2006 7:50pm
by zac piper

Mike Linthicum

Radiator or License plate topper for DMAC

OK Durantonians we have posted the pictures of the designs we have received so far on the web site. They will also be posted if possible in the next Durant Partner. Not this one but the next. Soooo let's start voting on them. You can send the votes to me if you'd lik...

Views: 195 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 28, 2006 6:34am
by Mike Linthicum

Don Shilling

2006 Dues

Can we still pay our club dues via Paypal? If so, where is the limk? Thanks, Don

Views: 557 Replies: 18

Last Post: Jan 27, 2006 6:18pm
by Jan Arnett

Frank Witkowski

List of Durant & Star Dealerships

Hi All I'm in the process of compiling a list of Durant & Star dealerships. I need your help ! ! Look on any literature and advertising materials you have in your collection. Any info that you can forward to me will be appreciated. What dates did the d...

Views: 732 Replies: 19

Last Post: Jan 27, 2006 2:32pm
by anon coward

Mike Linthicum

DMAC is now incorporated as a non-profit corporation!

Fellow Durantonians On January 18, 2006 we were officially incorporated as a non-profit corporation. In December with the approval of the Board of Directors I initiated the process for incorporation. Since the DMAC is a multi-state and worldwide organization w...

Views: 183 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 27, 2006 10:48am
by Lance Haynes

Ronald Hast

Thanks - and seeking wisdom....

Thanks Yates and Gordon for info leading to "dog bone and motometers." My 26 Star 6 cyl. has a 1 3/4" pipe externally threaded. All others available seem to be 2 inches. Also -- seeking wisdom: Have minor chip in "Star" emblem on front of chrome radiator housing....

Views: 571 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 26, 2006 2:40pm
by Ronald Hast

Clay Pass

Star Car Engine for Sale

I have discovered a Star Car 4-cyl Continental complete engine, s/n 41145 with frame and rear end in the backwoods. Please contact if interested.

Views: 302 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jan 26, 2006 7:07am
by Clay Pass

Ed Nugent

carburetor

Need a carburetor for a 1925 Star Touring Car equipped with a 4 cylinder Continental Engine. Existing Carb. made of white metal which is powdering or disintegrating. Need a modern manufactured after market unit for the Star.

Views: 280 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 26, 2006 6:51am
by Clay Pass

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