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Mark

1926 Durant Landau

I have looked at this car and was wondering if anyone has some info to share. I am very interested in buying but not sure yet. It is 90% original with Horseless Carriage plates. 6 cyl and in good shape. Any info or insight would be appreciated. With several vehic...

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Last Post: Sep 16, 2008 10:20pm
by Mark

Mike Jordan

Parts needed

I'm looking for the following for a 1930 614: Driver's side door latch assy Driver and Pass window lifters Please email me at mjordan13@gmail.com if you have any of these parts for sale. Thanks, Mike

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2008 10:34pm
by Mike Jordan

Dave Jansen

Membership Roster

Hello All You Durant Partners, I received my Durant Partner and Membership Roster today. It looks very good. I didn't get time yet to read it because once I start I can't put it down. In the Membership Roster please change my PO Box number to 55. It is no longer P...

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Last Post: Sep 11, 2008 4:14pm
by Dave Jansen

Rockey Marino

Right rear fender needed for 1929 Durant,

Hi ,I am looking for a passenger side rear fender for my 29 Durant 4 door sedan. It is a model M4, 4 cylinder. Any help appreciated. Have a right front for trade or buy outright.Phone 510 912 5138. Thanks, Rockey Marino

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Last Post: Sep 9, 2008 10:07pm
by Rockey Marino

Lance Chabot

27 Durant-Star, 02 Locomobile, For Sale

All, I just came accross this for anyone up near the central Ohio area, it might be worth going to look at it. The picture listing shows a nicely restored 2Dr sedan. "27 Durant Star Model M 2Dr Sedan Beautifully restored, runs & drives great $12,000." Looks like...

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Last Post: Sep 9, 2008 8:17am
by Lance Chabot

DJ Federlein

Radiator

I have a 1929 Durant radiator w/shell and emblem. I would trade for a new license plate topper if you pay shipping charges. The radiator is really rusted but the emblem only has minor scratches. I will attempt to attach pictures to this posting.

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Last Post: Sep 6, 2008 11:18am
by DJ Federlein

PATRICK KELSO

ANSTED MOTOR B22 6 CYL OHV

AM LOOKING FOR A ANSTED MOTOR USED IN DURANTS--LEXINGTONS FROM 1920 TO 1924 THANKS PATRICK 1-717-860-1930

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Last Post: Aug 31, 2008 12:33pm
by PATRICK KELSO

brian boys

star grease caps

i have a set of star 26 27 axle grease caps in show condition freshly nickle plated ,the ones with the gremlin on them 200$

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Last Post: Aug 25, 2008 8:58pm
by brian boys

Rick McDonough

Rear oil seal

Hello all, Just wondering what advice there is out there re what type of modern rear oil seal to use in my '26 Mod 'R' Rugby. (14L motor). I'm starting to lose a fair bit of oil out there, so it's well and truly due for a replacement. The engine reconditioner th...

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Last Post: Aug 21, 2008 9:11pm
by Rick McDonough

will

its for sale

1930 durant sadan car was in one family untill i bought it at an estate sale. been inside very little rust, car is complete. no time to restore. orginal paint still on car

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Last Post: Aug 20, 2008 10:13pm
by will

Wayne Seward

1926 Star 4 Coupster restoration

I have been working on a ground-up restoration of my 1926 Star 4 Coupster Model M for 20 years. On July 11, 2008 I started the engine for the first time, and I ran the car in the local parade on July 24, 2008, winning first prize in the Antique division. My family...

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Last Post: Aug 17, 2008 10:49am
by Wayne Seward

Lance Haynes

New Kettering Uni book on Durant

Hello everyone. Great news from Kettering University of the Scharchburg Archives division as they have published a almost secret book from our mans personal papers they have. After tracking down a Carolyn lady there at phone number 810-762-9890 and ordering a dozen...

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Last Post: Jul 24, 2008 12:03pm
by Lance Haynes

John Sweeney

Durant Hub Caps Alteration

Hi fellows, I refer to my message of 13th July re the above Hub Caps. I have been advised I posted an incorrect email address, the correct email is shown on this message. Also the hub Caps are original and are of BRASS and not Aluminuimm as previously listed. Age...

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Last Post: Jul 19, 2008 7:20pm
by John Sweeney

Lance Haynes

Durant Hotel in Flint gets 5.8 million

State gives $5.8M tax credit to Durant Hotel project in Flint by Melissa Burden and Dana DeFever | The Flint Journal Tuesday July 15, 2008, 10:43 PM FLINT -- The former Durant Hotel in downtown Flint landed a $5.8 million brownfield tax credit from the state -- b...

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Last Post: Jul 16, 2008 12:05pm
by Lance Haynes

Eliot

A Fun Web site

I remember while growing Dad Subscribed to a select number of magazines. One of which was Popular Science. One of the articles that I read monthly was the Model Garage. I came across a web sight that has them all from. I started reading them from 1925 forward....

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Last Post: Jul 14, 2008 7:19pm
by Eliot

Richard W. Bandel Jr.

FYI "Raymere" Durants NJ home

Dear Mr. Bandel The Raymere, stately French influenced mansion of General Motors founder, William C. Durant was located at Runyon and Ocean Avenues in Deal, NJ. In September 1951, the Arnold Wrecking Company began a seven-week project to level the mansion. I ha...

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Last Post: Jul 8, 2008 3:42am
by Richard W. Bande...

Dave Jansen

drawings and measurements

Does any one of you Durant Partners have some drawings and measurements of the complete floor and the wood in the cowl for a model 63 that you restored. I am willing to reimburse you for your trouble. Dave

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Last Post: Jul 1, 2008 7:32pm
by Dave Jansen

Dave Jansen

Do you want a stop by visitor ?

If you live close to interstate 64 between St. Louis and the east cost and have a car under restoration and would like to show it to me around July 20 or July 21 please contact me by e-mail and give me a number and a good time to call. Thanks, Dave

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Last Post: Jun 26, 2008 10:22am
by Dave Jansen

Dave Jansen

Is anyone going to southern California ?

If anyone is going to the Long Beach area within the next 6 months,and will be coming back close to St. Louis Mo. please contact me at 618-523-4459 or give me your number and I will call you. I am in need of some parts to be brought to this area. Here are other po...

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Last Post: Jun 26, 2008 10:13am
by Dave Jansen

Dennis Murphy

1931 Devaux on EBAY

Hello all, The "Custom Convertible" Devaux is back on EBAY. Item number is 330246885404. There is a reserve.

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Last Post: Jun 24, 2008 3:48pm
by Dennis Murphy

Mike Jordan

Grill Shells

Hi. Does anyone happen to have a '34 or '35 Chevy Master grille shell? Or, any pointed "shield style" grille shells that come to a point at the bottom would work too.

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Last Post: Jun 24, 2008 2:11pm
by Mike Jordan

Dave Schulte

Wayne Farrand

Has anyone heard from Wayne Farrand lately? He Lives in Des Moines and the flood has hit hard there. Just hoping he's not affected. Dave

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Last Post: Jun 17, 2008 12:36pm
by Dave Schulte

Yates Milton

Latest Durant Partner

Hope by now everyone has received their copy of the Durant Partner. Congratulations Carol on another great issue. Thanks to all that submitted articles... Yates

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Last Post: Jun 17, 2008 4:06am
by Yates Milton

Mike Jordan

Rear Wood Brace from 1930 614 Standard Sedan

Does anyone need this wood brace piece? It came from the inside rear of my sedan. Does anyone want it? Mike

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Last Post: Jun 15, 2008 6:38pm
by Mike Jordan

Jerry Bozarth

parts

I have some parts(grill shell, grill(not in the best shape) and a rad. from a DeVaux. I thought someone might be interested in them.

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Last Post: Jun 9, 2008 11:05am
by Jerry Bozarth

Franz Fraitzl

A dear friend has passed away

Hello fellow Durant fans. Just wanted to inform everyone that my dear friend and Durant fan Dave Peaker has passed away two weeks ago. After dealing with heart problems for several years Dave finally found rest. He loved working on his Durant and was just about r...

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Last Post: Jun 2, 2008 9:27pm
by Franz Fraitzl

Steve Large

2 Durants for Sale

In this months edition of Classic & Antique Trader (Canada National Edition) There are 2 Durants for sale 1. A 1930 Durant 407 @ Vermilion Alberta for $3,200 phone 780-853-2142 and can be viewed on pg.G-36 2. A 1930 Durant Roadster @ Winchester Ontario for $19,...

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Last Post: May 30, 2008 3:18pm
by Steve Large

Dan Marx

Star coils are all sold

Thanks forum members. All the star coils listed sold as a lot. Dan Marx.

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Last Post: May 29, 2008 5:36pm
by Dan Marx

Dan Marx

Star coils; correct phone number!!

As one of your members pointed out, I listed my phone number wrong. Oh well, that is what happens when brain gets ahead of fingers. The correct number is 803-425-8649. I hope!!:-) Dan

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Last Post: May 29, 2008 10:14am
by Dan Marx

Dan Marx

Star coils

I have approx 10 coils available for the Star 1926-27. These are Wells #873 coils. This coil only fits the Star '26-27. $40.00 ea. Buy them all, let's make a deal. postage included. 803-425-8549

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Last Post: May 28, 2008 6:24pm
by Dan Marx

Jerry Handlos

1924 STAR 4DR TOURING CAR FOR SALE

a friend would like to sell this car. was restored in the 80's. very presentable today. can be viewed by appointment. asking 21.000. 651-464-7278 THANKS

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Last Post: May 21, 2008 5:29am
by Jerry Handlos

Lance Chabot

For Sale: Complete 28 Durant 4 Cyl driveline! CHEAP w/ Poss Delivery

For Sale (extra, unneeded) is my 1928 Durant M2 ("Doodlebug Tractor"). This a "home-made" tractor from a cut down car. It has a complete/correct 4 cylinder M5 engine & driveline (Eng Plate numbers: Durant, Continental W5 505465. Block Casting numbers; W5A 607-A G...

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Last Post: May 19, 2008 7:39am
by Lance Chabot

S. Blomquist

Touring doors for sale

I ran into a person when I was at the Carlyle Pa swap meet a couple of weeks ago that is looking to sell some Antique car doors. He says that he has 3 doors and they were from a 1927 Durant/Star touring car. If anyone is interested in them, call Denis at (814)-754-51...

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Last Post: May 16, 2008 8:16am
by S. Blomquist

Gigio Isola

Brake Shoes for 6-60

Dear Sirs, I'm still looking for brake shoes and other internal brake parts for my 6-60 (two shoe system), Any help will be welcomed. Thanks Gigio

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Last Post: May 11, 2008 6:24am
by Gigio Isola

gary kauffman

TAKE PICTURES OF YOUR CAR PARTS

HELLO MEN, NO DOUBT WE ARE ALL WORKING ON OUR PARTS. PLEASE REMEMBER MY ATTEMPT TO MAKE A CATALOGUE OF SMALL PARTS IDENTIFICATION FOR OUR CARS. TAKE PICS OF HUBCAPS, DOOR HANDLES IN AND OUT, RAD CAPS AND CRANKHOLE COVERS...DASH BOARDS AND EVEN A WHEEL OR ITS PARTS,...

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Last Post: May 10, 2008 7:34pm
by gary kauffman

Rick Botti

1929 Roadster Came Home :-)

Bert Babick and I drove to Modesto to collect my roadster from the painter where it had been since August. All of the old paint (sevral layers) were removed and stripped down to the bare metal. Various repiars to the cowl metal and all four fenders were completed....

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Last Post: May 4, 2008 5:48pm
by Rick Botti

Norm Toone

1931 Durant 3Window Coupe - $7495

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/pts/643451381.html

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Last Post: Apr 27, 2008 4:10am
by Norm Toone

larry waltke

for sale

1928 durant 2dr for sale ruff realy ruff.no wood but every other thing looks there. non running but turns over. no keys or title. email lgwaltke@localnet.com or call 269 483 2064.i was told i should ask 2500.00 or best offer. if you call do it after 5:00 am to 7:00 p...

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Last Post: Apr 20, 2008 1:48pm
by larry waltke

Levi

614 Parts On E-Bay

I Decided to try this route to see the rest of my 614 stash....just wanted to give you all a heads up... E-Bay Item Numbers 170209892676 170209890218 170209893768

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Last Post: Apr 11, 2008 2:04pm
by Levi

Terry Harris

WIRE WHEELS

Does any one or know of any one with a set of wire wheels to my 1929D60 Tourer I would love to find a set in fairly good condition As you are all aware we a vey dry climate here and the old wood spokes suffer. I also think they would set my old girl off just beautifu...

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Last Post: Apr 7, 2008 1:10am
by Terry Harris

gary kauffman

ebay 407 pamphlet

sorry men, i did not win the 407 booklet so no copies will be made...it went for over 30 dollars plus 8.50 postage to finland...not worth it ....gary

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Last Post: Mar 20, 2008 8:08pm
by gary kauffman

Dan Marx

DeJon Coil

I have a DeJon coil available. This does not have the flat round bottom that mounts on the side of the Flint engine. The base is curved as if it sits on a generator. Dan

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Last Post: Mar 20, 2008 6:35pm
by Dan Marx

Franz Fraitzl

Horn Buttons

Just finished the first batch of horn buttons. I will post a picture asap. Franz Fraitzl

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Last Post: Mar 19, 2008 11:25am
by Franz Fraitzl

Norm Toone

Late hood hinge / ends, another source.

By accident bidding on ebay on the hood hinge ends same as the B series Mack trucks that fit 31 / 32 Durant / Fronty (and DeVaux ? Can't tell in pics if DeVaux had rod or hinge strip)I discovered another source in Frank's backyard, almost, for the Mack strip and ends...

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Last Post: Mar 9, 2008 5:16am
by Norm Toone

ken cook

put Exhaust valves NOS Ebay # 200205494131 raised letters on top of valve

just wondering if any body needs any early New old stock exhaust valves ? these have [Durant] in raised letters on the top of the valves plus more . look on Ebay # 200205494131

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Last Post: Mar 5, 2008 6:19pm
by ken cook

Rick Miller

oil filter

I haven't taken it apart yet but does the oil filter take a cartridge?

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Last Post: Mar 1, 2008 8:08am
by Rick Miller

1926 Durant

I need to sell a 1926 Durant Star R 6cylinder Coupe. I don't want to, but the economy is forcing the sale! Needs restoration but starts and runs!! please call 970.225.2205 XT12 or Email me

Views: 308 Replies: 0

Last Post: Feb 25, 2008 1:07pm
by JJ

Dan Marx

1923 Flint Coil

I have a 1923 Flint coil for sale. This is different than the ones for the 24-29 Flint. It is a Brown and Caine 2872 coil, for the Autolite ignition. dlmarx@bellsouth.net. (803-425-8649) I will post this on ebay in a few days if no interest form this forum. Also...

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Last Post: Feb 24, 2008 10:53am
by Dan Marx

Dan Marx

1920-22 Dort coil available

I have a Jefferson Ignition Coil that fits the 1920-22 Dort. This coil also fits the Stephens , Skelton, Briscoe, Allen, Beggs Six, Monroe, Pilot, and a Metz. This coil is a Jefferson Ignition coil C-501. This is an NORS coil, new in the box. Thanks, Dan, dlmarx@...

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Last Post: Feb 21, 2008 4:22pm
by Dan Marx

Dan Marx

Star coils available

I have several coils that will fit the Star Automobile. Some are still in the original box. These are the Wells #873. Fits years 1922-27. $40.00 plus shipping. 803-425-8649. dlmarx@bellsouth.net Dan

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Last Post: Feb 21, 2008 2:58pm
by Dan Marx

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