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Stephanie Mazloom

devaux rear axle

need a ring and pinion for 1931 devaux, probably same as durant.

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Last Post: Jun 30, 2004 1:39pm
by Stephanie Mazloo...

Dietmar Bauer

Looking for Handbrakes

Hi, i'm looking for parts of the drumbrakes and springs. Modell Rugby M 1926 Star. Thx for answers. Dietmar

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Last Post: Jun 29, 2004 8:46am
by Dietmar Bauer

Gordon Grenier

front axle star car

Hello I Have a front axle from a star car compleat with break drums, Springs,shackles,U-bolts and plates, original grease fittings, Don't have a use for it. Contact me at gordy251@comcast.net or (503)257-6203 In portland Oregon. Gordy

Views: 329 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 29, 2004 7:45am
by Hal Vandevord

Chris Garcia

For Sale 1931 Durant 3W coupe

Have a fairly decent car that needs complete resto and is only missing the rear deck lid for sale. E-Mail me at woodythx138@mlode.com or call 209-743-5596 Chris

Views: 339 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 28, 2004 10:16pm
by Chris Garcia

Don Shilling

Goodies in the Woods!

Ya' never know what will turn up right in your own neighborhood. The other day, a friend called from Longview, Tex about a '23 Star Touring advertized in the local paper, a week earlier,,,, It took me another week to make contact with the owner. I asked about vario...

Views: 430 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 25, 2004 6:25pm
by will curl

Gary Yelle

Correct plugs and..

I am using Champion D-16 plugs in the 1931 DeVaux. I purchased them from Ray Zenz some time back. I am wondering if these are the correct ones for my car? It has not been running as good as it should. Also, I have been told that I should put in a fuel filter bef...

Views: 326 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 25, 2004 6:18pm
by will curl

Ken McCormick

My trip and the kindness of all members

Just got home yesterday June 16th.What a trip.I want to thank all the members who made this trip one of the best I ever had.It was great to meet a lot of the club members and visit them to look at cars and buy parts.Hope I wasnt to much of a pain. I will try to write...

Views: 394 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 25, 2004 2:53pm
by Frank Witkowski

Bill Hoaglan

A-22 Steering Knuckle Question

While doeing a service on my A-22 getting ready for next weeks Hood River Tour, I noticed that only the TOP king pin bushing came with a grease fitting, the steering knuckle straddles the axle so this should put the thrust load on the lower thrust bearing not the upp...

Views: 314 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 25, 2004 1:14pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Ken Brink

Head Gasket

Gentleman; Will a W4 head gasket fit (work on) an A22 Engine? Durant's own engine design. My car is an 1923 A22 Durant. Thanking you for your input. Ken Brink

Views: 449 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 25, 2004 5:55am
by Robert DeAngelis

Terry Brown

replacing "canvas" material on roof of 1929 6-66

Has anyone ever replaced their canvas material on a hardtop roof, found a kind of cotton batting underneath, what did you use to replace that? Any advice would be appreciated, thanks Terry Brown

Views: 312 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 24, 2004 6:56pm
by Bob Porter

Bruce Hargin

Champion W16Y Spark Plugs

Has anyone out there had a problem with Champion W16Y spark plugs?

Views: 331 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 23, 2004 10:08pm
by Rick Botti

Lance Haynes

Durant Partner

Hello everyone. Good news the June Durant Partner is at the printer and should go out this coming Saturday to all of you. We apologize for a little lateness but we had to find a willing volunteer that could actually do this big big time job. Plus our sweet young l...

Views: 331 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 23, 2004 4:20pm
by Lance Haynes

Harold Dunkle

1923 Star

1923 Star Repair Manual for Star Motor Cars, Showing Short Cuts and Methods for Repairing and Upkeep. Dunk dide@isomedia.com Kirkland WA

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Last Post: Jun 21, 2004 5:40pm
by Harold Dunkle

peter

1930-31 model 614 parts wanted

Looking for engine block and head for 1930-31 Durant 6 cyl. model 614.Engine was frozen ,welded several times but still leaks. Thanks,Peter

Views: 285 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 20, 2004 6:24pm
by bec

Rick Botti

Golden Quill Award

I've added a picture of the Golden Quill Award that Tony Burke's good work won for the Durant Partner. Click the Join button to the left and then click the small thumbnail at the top of the page. Thanks Tony Rick

Views: 251 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 19, 2004 6:32pm
by Lance haynes

Ricardo H. Colombo

Wood bows

I have to replace wood bows of my 1928 Rugby. Locally is hard to find skills for wood blending. I have been offered laminated. But there are different offers. Laminated cutting the "C" shapes from flat plywood and gluing several layers to meet thickness, or cutting t...

Views: 334 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 18, 2004 7:38pm
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

ed vomero

23 radiator shell

does anyone know if the radiator shell and headlight rims are painted or natural nickel or what on a 23 star touring. thank you

Views: 282 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 18, 2004 10:57am
by Gaute

Robert DeAngelis

Wanted: 1923 Star Hood

I am in need of a hood for my 1923 Star speedster project. Any condition will be considered. Also, any information to help in my search would be appreciated.

Views: 325 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 12, 2004 5:34am
by Robert DeAngelis

Emil Oraskovich

Spark plug wire tube

Needed spark plug wire tube for 14L motor. Thanks Emil

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Last Post: Jun 11, 2004 5:07am
by Emil Oraskovich

Bill DeVries

side curtains

I was wondering if anyone knows where to have side curtains for a 23 star touring made?

Views: 358 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 11, 2004 5:01am
by Ken Brink

bec

coast to coast

guys i need a hand here my local hauler dropped the ball now i need to hav a 29 durant coupe transported from oregon to new jersey anyone konw of someone who hauls at a reasonable figure? any suggestions greatly appreciated thanx bec ps i still need a pair of fr...

Views: 281 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 9, 2004 5:47am
by Charles A. Spitz

Bob B

1929 Durant Model 60

Looking for parts for Candadian Durant Sedan. Need Piston and rings (50 over) and bearings (30 under) for Silverdome Engine SA133114. My Dad has just bought the car and is looking for any info. Thanks. Bob

Views: 357 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 7, 2004 7:26am
by Bob B

Ross Orr

1925 Star

Looking for a Speedometer for 1925 Star Model M 2 door Sedan

Views: 412 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jun 3, 2004 6:55pm
by Bob Porter

bob smith

Star on ebay...coupster?

Is the Star on ebay a coupster, or just a coup? Bob

Views: 310 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 1, 2004 7:23pm
by will curl

will curl

Headlights

hi guys i have finally got my own computer and the internet As many of you may already know from talking to my father (Gord Curl) we are rebuilding a 1922 Durant touring. This car has led a interesting life and one day I might know the whole story. I am trying...

Views: 490 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 1, 2004 7:07pm
by will curl

Jan Arnett

Flint for Sale on AACA forun

There is a Flint for sale on the AACA forum. Valued at $100,000 but they are selling for $35,000. Jan

Views: 323 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 1, 2004 8:16am
by Jan Arnett

darrel

moto meter

does anybody know where i can locate a boyce radio moto meter? please e-mail me if anyone can help thanks darrel gtxragtop69@hotmail.com

Views: 345 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 30, 2004 5:09am
by BEC

Yates Milton

Ignition Switch Wiring.

I have had to abandon the idea of using the original switch on my 30 Durant. The switch on the 30 was built into the coil and efforts to get the old switch repaired proved useless. I bought a switch for a Model A Ford (sorry gang) that has 2 terminals. Would someone...

Views: 351 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 28, 2004 8:08am
by Bill Hoaglan

Rick Deckert

1930 Durant 666 rumble seat coupe with dual sidemounts for sale.

Hey y'all, Just for your information, I saw the above listed car for sale on ebay. It came on late this afternoon. I was hopeing someone was looking for a new project (total rebuild?) and could get this one before some streetrodder grabbed it up. Also, I'm into...

Views: 594 Replies: 9

Last Post: May 26, 2004 11:25pm
by Rick Botti

Lance Haynes

AACA Award in San Diego for a Durant car

Good news everyone. Charlie Spitz and I just received a AACA 1st Jr. award here in San Diego tonight in our first try with the 1930 Durant model 407. We are extremely proud. Not a easy task. Took almost two years of hard work. The judges seemed very impressed with th...

Views: 434 Replies: 11

Last Post: May 26, 2004 5:24am
by Yates Milton

Mac Irvine

Tail Light Lens

The tail light lens for my '29 Durant, Model 40, was broken during restoration. Does anyone have a spare lens (beehive with "STOP" engraved into glass) that they would be willing to sell? Thanks

Views: 331 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 25, 2004 10:23am
by Mac Irvine

Paul Hoffman

U-Joints, fan belt bearings

Restoring 1926 Star Sedan. Looking for u-joint balls. Also looking for someone to update fanhub. Thankyou Paul Hoffman. My phone number is 248-627-8342.

Views: 336 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 25, 2004 4:00am
by Gary Warden

Ricardo H.Colombo

1928 M2 side lights

My 1928 M2 Rugby had two fake side lamps installed by a previous owner. I have seen several pictures of cars with those lamps of a little bit less of 4" diameter. I will be grateful if some Club member send me a close picture of the supports that hold those lamps to...

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Last Post: May 24, 2004 2:55pm
by Ricardo H.Colomb...

Bruce Hargin

1928 or 1929 Durant Model 60 Four door Sedan (Standard Model)

Hello Boys and Girls, I just looked at a '28 or '29 Durant model 60 four door standard sedan. The radiator and hood are missing as well as some of the engine parts, fuel pump, dash cluster. ect. The wood is gone got the sheet metal is there. This car has been...

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Last Post: May 23, 2004 8:50pm
by Bruce Hargin

Douglas Heckart

29 Durant Radiator

I thought that somebody with knowledge about Durants could fill me in. I bought a 29 durant radiator and shell on a models t rat rod that I built. I am having second thoughts about using this beutiful piece on such a misfit car. I figure that it won't hold the press...

Views: 353 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 23, 2004 6:43pm
by Douglas Heckart

Swen Erickson

1926 Star Headlamps

Hello, I have a 1926 Star Model R Coach. The headlights currently on the car are bullet shaped and are all chrome. The say Parabeam Headlamp on them. They measure roughly 9.5" wide and the lenses should be around 8.25" or so. Are these original or should the c...

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Last Post: May 21, 2004 8:34pm
by Swen Erickson

BEC

29 DURANT FENDER

I NEED ADVICE FROM FELLOW DURANT OWNERS I AM OFFERED A LEFT FENDER FOR A 29 DURANT IT LOOKS TO BE IN NICE SHAPE THE OWNER WANTS $175 PLUS THE RIDE MY QUESTION IS THAT A FAIR PRICE ? OR IS IT A LITTLE HIGH? ANY HELP GREATLY APPRECIATED. I STILL WOULD NEED A RITE FE...

Views: 350 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 20, 2004 4:04pm
by BEC

Frank Witkowski

3 Wheeled driving stunt

Hi All.. Going through some of my factory correspondence, I found a one page memo from the Atlanta Durant distributor that explains how to set up a car for this stunt and also some promotion ideas. This is from the early '20's, and was a popular advertising gim...

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Last Post: May 20, 2004 6:35am
by Frank Witkowski

Justin Schiess

Dues apologies due & snubber help please

Just wanted to apologize for not renewing til this morning. I know how frustrating and annoying it can be for brave volunteers to have to keep track of this stuff and I regret adding to anyone's work. In other news, I am going to try and "redo" the Gabriel snubbe...

Views: 380 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 19, 2004 8:53am
by Jan Arnett

Yates Milton

Location of Data Plate -30 Durant

I was told that I was wrong when I stated that the data plate on the 30 Durants were on the toeboard and nowhere else. The person also has a 30 Durant and that a DMAC member told him there were 2 plates. One on the toeboard and one on the firewall. Who is right? Y...

Views: 268 Replies: 3

Last Post: May 19, 2004 7:42am
by Lance Haynes

Frank Witkowski

New ID plate pricing

The new ID plates will be ready to ship in Mid May. The pricing wil be as follows: Any plate at $20 postpad to any Club member worldwide. Any four plates mix or match postpaid to any Club member worldwide @ $18 each. Prices are in US dollars If you hav...

Views: 444 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 18, 2004 7:17pm
by Lance Haynes

Robert Bush

Dort Radiator Badge

Anyone need a mint Dort radiator badge? It is a little pricey but I saw it at the local swap meet on Saturday and I have the phone number of the guy who has it for sale. Bob (L8GR858 on eBay)

Views: 376 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 17, 2004 7:14pm
by Robert Bush

bec

fenders

hey people anybody know the whereabouts of a pair of front fenders for a 29 model 40 coupe ? do sedan fenders how about model 60 fenders? thanx bec

Views: 367 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 16, 2004 8:42pm
by Frank Witkowski

bob smith

boyce motometers

Does anyone have insight into problems with a motometer? If the vial is filled to the top with red, is it possible to get it to the bottom where it belongs? If no red appears where did it go? what is the material that seals the bottom, it crumbles like graphite?...

Views: 988 Replies: 8

Last Post: May 16, 2004 4:22am
by steve mercier

Robert DeAngelis

Head casting number date

Can anyone help decode the casting number date for the head on the 1923 Star chasis I purchased? It is #W4A-602E. Thank-you, Bob

Views: 343 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 14, 2004 6:31pm
by Robert DeAngelis

Ricardo H. Colombo

Steward fuel vacuum pump

Again I am disturbing forum members asking for advise. My 1928 M2 Rugby has a vacuum pump equal to the one shown in 1929 Maintenance manual posted in the Club Tech Page, Chapter III, page 80 (Leverless type) Unfortunately flapper valve is missing and upper valves bl...

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Last Post: May 14, 2004 4:24am
by Ricardo H. Colom...

Lance Haynes

Golden Quill Award

Hello all fellow members and anyone else that reads this late breaking news flash. Yes we are now the proud recipient of our first Old Cars Weekly "Golden Quill Award. This is the top award for excellence in collector car magazine publication. Jeff Gillis (since dec...

Views: 466 Replies: 6

Last Post: May 13, 2004 12:29pm
by Jan Arnett

Gordon F. Curl

eBay item 7901732703

The seller states that this is a Durant dash. Has anyone ever seen one like this. I wrote to him asking about it and he said that it came from an old gentlemen who assured him that was what it was. I have my doubts, but would be interested if someone knows for wha...

Views: 372 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 9, 2004 6:14pm
by Dave Roberts

Rick Deckert

split rims

Hi y'all, Well, thanks much to Frank W. who turned me on to a master rim tool for sale on ebay. I was having a heck of a time trying to get a split rim back together after repairing the tube. Frank told me that "this tool makes it almost simple!" Well I guess I'm p...

Views: 310 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 8, 2004 4:55pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Jim Hill

1928/29 M-4 Durant For Sale in CT...$3,500 US

The only serious inquiries I've had are from "Hot-Rodders" who want to chop the car; I can't do it! The car is a M-4 built in 1928 sold as a 1929. This is a 2 door coupe with a 4 cylinder Continental engine. A good to excellent car to restore. Body in great shape , p...

Views: 527 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 8, 2004 12:21pm
by bec

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