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Barry White

torque settings

Hi Guys,can anyone tell me what the torque settings are to tighten the main bearings and rod bearings on a W3 engine. Thanks Barry

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Last Post: Jul 25, 2005 9:53am
by Ronald A Jaremko...

Leonard Burkholder

Oils to use

I have a 1929 Model 60. I'm draining and replacing all the lubricants. Are there some good modern lubricants I should use, or is 600wt still the best? What kind of oil do the Lovejoy shocks use? thanks, Leonard

Views: 380 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 24, 2005 5:56pm
by Ronald A Jaremko...

Wayne Dekker

Pistons and compression

I have been looking for over size pistons to rebore my W5 engine. I have obtained a set supposably genuine 'Continental', but the measurement from the piston pin to the crown is 1.2 mm larger the my original. The only marking on the piston is HX126 and appears both...

Views: 331 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 24, 2005 7:23am
by Bob

Jim Glover

tail light arm and light assy.

Looking for a brake/tailight arm and light assembly for a 1930 Durant.

Views: 306 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 23, 2005 6:42pm
by Jim Glover

Rick Botti

Rugby Racing

I've posted two pictures submitted by Ricardo Colombo (Ricardo.H.Colombo@gsk.com) of race car driver Fangio with a Rugby modified for racing. Rick http://clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/durant/forum%20pics/Rugby%20Racing/index.html

Views: 304 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 22, 2005 1:25pm
by Rick Botti

Jim Glover

1957 register

I saw on ebay, a antique auto club register 1957 writeup says it lists cars with serial numbers and owners names. Item # 6545714706 might be of some interest to see if any Durants or Stars listed.

Views: 302 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 21, 2005 5:37pm
by Jim Glover

Lawrence Marchand

Starter switch problems 1928 d65

I have had a problem for some time with my battery going flat. At first I didn't know what the problem was. I Know now that it is my starter switch. I have since by passed it and start with the crank and there is no problem. Measuring the resistance to the switch I f...

Views: 359 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jul 21, 2005 4:27am
by Lawrence Marchan...

Ricardo H.Colombo

From Argentina

My country has been better known, as some of our sportmen participated in international events. May be some of you remember Maradona de soccer player, De Vicenzo the golfer, Vilas o recently Gaudio as tennis players. Some of you may remember also Juan Manuel Fangi...

Views: 398 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 21, 2005 3:12am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Jack Connor

Mdl 618, 1930/32:Front Gravel Pan

Does anyone have this part. I could also use any part or whole fender lights. Remember!!! I ain't cheap;I'm frugal.

Views: 347 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 18, 2005 1:33pm
by Jack Connor

mike lawrey

tropic aire heater

please help i found a tropic aire heater and a set of air horns like new model 4900 seral #2823 on heater what is it off of and what is it worth

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 17, 2005 8:42pm
by mike lawrey

Mike Linthicum

Durant Partner

Has the Durant Partner gone out yet? Don't know if mine was lost in the mail or not.

Views: 280 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 17, 2005 12:44pm
by Rick Botti

Gino Pulvirenti

Engine No.

Hi Everybody! My name is Gino and amd from Italy. Could please someone help. I can't find the engine number on my 1929 Durant D66. Unfortunately. Could someone send me a picture of the engine with a little arrow indicating where the number is located? I would be ver...

Views: 340 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 17, 2005 10:22am
by Lance Haynes

Nickoal

1921 Rugby Truck

I have not been able to find any information on a 1921 Rugby Truck (I belevie it was a delivery truck of some kind. We have the truck and the original title. If anyone has any information on this please email me at nickoalh@yahoo.com. It is my understanding that t...

Views: 432 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jul 13, 2005 6:04am
by David Roberts

arnoldrbrown

Press Release

HEMMING MOTOR NEWS has asked me for a press release, so they can do a write-up on my car badge business. Of course, I had someone (my sister) write one for me and submit the release. Please watch for the write-up in the next issue. Here is a copy of what she su...

Views: 518 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jul 12, 2005 4:13am
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Dave Schulte

30 Durant 6-14 Roadster Parts

I know I'm probably whizzing in the wind here.....but would any one out there have a pair of door latches for a 30 roadster? I also need one rumble seat grab handle and one top rest/tiedown. I'd even be interested in a photo of the latches. Thanks, Dave

Views: 235 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 11, 2005 7:21pm
by Dave Schulte

Nickoal

1929 Rugby Delivery Truck

We are trying to find out more information on our 1929 Rugby Delivery Truck. We have the original title issued June 18, 1934. It says: Type: 1/2 ton, 4-06 model, weight: 2,325, serial #: 1013, motor#W8-7-1283. It is a 4 cylinder with a Continental engine, panel body...

Views: 247 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 10, 2005 11:55am
by Nickoal

Mike Linthicum

Star door?

I found this on Ebay under the Antique Car section. Seller believes it's a star door. Item number is 4560635371. Maybe someone can use it.

Views: 287 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 7, 2005 5:54am
by Mike Linthicum

Ronald A Jaremkow

Third Place!!

Drove my 1930 4-07 to a car show in Arnprior, Ontario. It's an annual event, been running for 26 years now. Were around 350 cars there this year. The Durant was in Class 1, pre-1949, about 12 cars entered in this class. An excellent 39 Buick took first place...

Views: 359 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jul 6, 2005 9:05pm
by Stephan Riffault

Yates Milton

Circuit Breaker for 23 Durant

Does anyone know where I can purchase a circuit breaker for a 23 Durant. I have contacted Bill Hoaglan who has helped me tremendously in getting my 23 on the road. Plan to finish both the 23 Durant Touring and the 30 Durant Deluxe Sedan this summer if all goes well...

Views: 308 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 5, 2005 3:12pm
by Yates Milton

Ken Redden

1928 M-2 Durant radiator core

Iam currently restoring a 1928 M-2. The rad core needs to be replaced, top and bottom tanks look ok. Can one purchase an orginal type core and if so were. The engine is a W-5 contential 4 cylinder.

Views: 349 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 4, 2005 3:43pm
by Walter Pré

Rick Botti

Factory Owners

We all know that Norman DeVaux owned about 40% of the Oakland Durant factory. I believe he had a similar arrangement with Durant while at General Motors. So my question is: Does anyone know if the other factories had similar arrangements, and if so, who where the...

Views: 287 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 1, 2005 9:51am
by Lance Haynes

Adam

Motor Meter

Does anyone have any info about getting a motor meter? Maybe from someone that remanufactures them. Any info would be helpful. Does anyone know what the actual one looks like that came on the 1928 Durant M-2? I would like to see if I can find one almost like the o...

Views: 345 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 29, 2005 4:56pm
by Adam

Dave Schulte

Durant For Sale

For Sale 29 Durant Model 66 project car. Partially disassembled. 99% complete. Many parts to convert to a DeLuxe included. Email for photos and more info. $3500 Located in Iowa. Dave Schulte schulte3@mepotelco.net

Views: 332 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 29, 2005 6:40am
by Dave Schulte

Lawrence Marchand

Wheel Side Mounts

I would like to mount wheels on the side of my 1928 Durant D65. Is this possible? And what would I have to do to acheive this. Were the D65s produced with side mounts?

Views: 307 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 27, 2005 8:49pm
by Lawrence Marchan...

Adam

1928 M-2 Ignition Switch

If anyone knows of a place I can get a ignition switch for my 1928 Durant M-2 please let me know. I would be greatful if I could get maybe some pictures of one so I can create something like the original. Any help would be greatful. Please e-mail me at adam.monahan...

Views: 372 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 27, 2005 9:00am
by Adam

Mike Rice

back on the road

Just wanted to share the good news the star is running after 2 years.It runs like a top.

Views: 272 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 27, 2005 4:00am
by Walter Pré

Bob

Book Collection

Disposing my car book collection. Send e-mail (msrstar@juno.com) for list, description and prices. List covers books on Durant, books by Alfred P Sloan, Jr, Arthur Pound, Burt Mills, David Horowitz, Floyd Clymer and Matt Joseph. 11 total. Bob

Views: 267 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 26, 2005 1:35pm
by Bob

Orville

radiator

I am looking for a radiator for a 1928 rugby 1 ton

Views: 277 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 26, 2005 7:33am
by Orville

hemidart

Star ? Trucks

Hi Just wondering if anyone can give me some info or links on a couple of old farm trucks they say "star" on the VIN plates what years where these Vehicles made? Did they make a panel van also? as there is one there that looks similar? Will post more info on tues....

Views: 273 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 25, 2005 7:31am
by Charles A. Spitz

Wayne Dekker

timber?

Hi every one, I hav dated my car to late 1925 or 1926 "M". Does any body have timnber plans for a 'tourer' or a 'roadster' avaiable. Is the sill timber the same? Thamnks Wayne down under.

Views: 313 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 25, 2005 3:44am
by Wayne Dekker

Bruce Hargin

1928 Durant Model M2

Fellow members, I just took a look at a 1928 M2 four door sedan. The car appears to be pretty much all there, but, the engine has been torn apart. The car is weatherd looking the radiator shrould and bumpers are rusty. Interior is torn in spots but complete, hard to...

Views: 321 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 23, 2005 6:08pm
by Bruce Hargin

Yates Milton

23 Durant Horn Button

Anyone out there got a horn button for a 23 Durant?? Could also use the spring if available. Condition not important. Will even consider making one if someone has the diminsions. Thanks... Yates

Views: 304 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 22, 2005 4:37am
by Yates Milton

Mike Rice

flint hubcaps

I was looking on a website and found NOS Flint hubcaps.The website is www.Vapinc.com look under one of a kind items thats where I found them.

Views: 321 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 21, 2005 6:23pm
by Jim Greenamyer

Tom Schwab

Great Machine Work on our Fan Hub

I received my new fan hub for our 1923 Durant Service Truck and have installed it. Thanks to the great and fast work by Franz Fraitzl (the Mahineist from Vacouver B.C.). This is the one that broke while on the Santa Rosa Tour. Franz did an excellent job in redooing t...

Views: 248 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 21, 2005 12:20am
by Tom Schwab

Bill Hoaglan

Happy Pappy's Day

Interesting Fathers Day week, each year at this time the East Wenatchee Mall invites our local antique car club to display there vintage and antique cars inside the Mall corridors...It's pretty cool stuff, we sprinkle our cars throughout the mall and then chain them...

Views: 333 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 20, 2005 10:57am
by Bill Hoaglan

Bruce Hargin

Squaking Clutch

Help! I looked at a 1929 Durant Model 60 coupe that the owner was having clutch problems with. Every thing seemed to line up OK and the adjustment on the presure plate arms was pretty close, the only problem I could find was a fair amount of play between the friction...

Views: 421 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 19, 2005 5:17pm
by Bruce Hargin

Frank Witkowski

East Coast Newsletter

Hi All.......... We are in the process of putting together a newsletter for the members of the East Coast chapter. One of the ideas is to have a section of cars, parts and literature that are for sale or wanted. What do you think? If you have any ad that...

Views: 382 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 17, 2005 11:38am
by Frank Witkowski

Franz Fraitzl

My Star is running again!!!

To everyone out there. After three years of ground up restoration finally this week my 1926 Star touring is back running.After a view hours of adjusting carburator and distributor I got my car running like new. My new reproduction distibutor housing works great also...

Views: 329 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 15, 2005 6:50pm
by Jan Arnett

Lawrence Marchand

Paint Color

Could somebody tell me where I could get information on the colors that were availible for my 1928 Durant 65. At present it is all midnight blue I would like to change the color. There are so many nice cars on the website and I would appreciate any help with this Thx

Views: 310 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 15, 2005 6:30am
by Mike Linthicum

nicolas scaparone

Necesito palancas de freno para rugby 29

Nesesito las palancas de freno que van en el tren delantero,son dos una lado izquierdo y la otra lado derecho. Saludos,Nicolas

Views: 337 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 13, 2005 1:41pm
by nicolas scaparon...

Rick Botti

Oakland & Star Durant Factory

Oakland & Star Durant Factory I purchased a DVD containing 3 films made for the Oakland, California area on EBay last week. They may have been produced for the Oakland Camber of Commerce and are dated 1918, 1928 and 1931. The 1928 film briefly talked about Oakland...

Views: 343 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 12, 2005 10:09am
by Rick Botti

Warren Rauch

Rumble Seat Lid Linkage

My Dad look the lid off of this 29 Durant 6-66 many years ago. There are plates mounted to the lid with 2 holes in each. There are slots in the side metal panels that would line up. The hard ware to connect is missing, can some one tell me what to make? Warren

Views: 275 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 11, 2005 4:32pm
by Warren Rauch

Tony Burke

Starter is Grinding

Hello to all! I have begun to have trouble with the starter bendix on my 1929 Model 60. About every other time, the starter makes a grinding noise instead of engaging. I release the starter pedal, wait a second and then try it again. It usually engages as it should...

Views: 377 Replies: 6

Last Post: Jun 10, 2005 5:34am
by Frank Witkowski

Mary Weeks

46/47 Plymoths

Hi I have 2 46 or 47 Plymoths 2 door coupes 1 of them ran when we parked the other is for parts but I don't know what they are worth can anyone help me out

Views: 262 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 9, 2005 5:26pm
by Dwayne

Frank Witkowski

Canadian Durant Serial Plates

I'm going to reproduce the serial number plates for the Durants made at Leaside. These will be the style used from the mid 20's to end of production. Same high quality as my other plates. This will give us the correct plates for all the Durant's and Star's....

Views: 633 Replies: 12

Last Post: Jun 9, 2005 10:35am
by Frank Witkowski

Jack Connor

Canadian Chapter Meet Cancelled

Due to extenuating circumstances including low registration the Canadian Chapter Meet is cancelled for this year. Look for us in 2006 when we hope for the privilege of running the Durant Club AGM.

Views: 339 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 9, 2005 9:19am
by Ronald A Jaremko...

Jim Glover

Durant serial tag

Just noticed a Durant serial number tag on ebay. One of our members might own the car this belongs to. If you have a car without the tag, this might be it. The auction item # is 4555227020

Views: 225 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 8, 2005 7:01pm
by Jim Glover

will curl

electical

I am starting to put my electrical system back together on my 1922 durant A-22 touring and I have run into a few snags. First what amp is the glass fuse that is mounted to the dash support. MIne was missing and the wiring diagram and both the owners manual and the pa...

Views: 312 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 8, 2005 1:41pm
by Ken & Dorothy Br...

Jim Glover

Manifold Gaskets

Looking for a exhaust/intake manifold gasket for 1930 Durant 614 six cyl. 22A engine. Jim

Views: 261 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 5, 2005 8:01pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Gordon F. Curl

Durant Gathering 2005

Hi everyone. Thanks Rick for the great pictures of our cars at the Gathering. The group have planned a great weekend for everyone this year. Unfortunately I will be unable to attend as I will be in Newfoundland with the Motor home at that time. However, Joan te...

Views: 730 Replies: 11

Last Post: Jun 3, 2005 5:37pm
by Frank Witkowski

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