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Early Star & Durant radiator emblems
Anyone out there have an extra early Durant, Star or Flint radiator emblem they want to get rid of or sell. Prefer one in good condition, but small chips will not rule it out. Email me with condition and price.
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Last Post: Aug 1, 2005 3:02pm
by Mike Linthicum
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
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Last Post: Jul 22, 2005 1:25pm
by Rick Botti
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.
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Last Post: Jul 21, 2005 5:37pm
by Jim Glover
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
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Last Post: Jul 17, 2005 8:42pm
by mike lawrey
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
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Last Post: Jul 11, 2005 7:21pm
by Dave Schulte
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...
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Last Post: Jul 10, 2005 11:55am
by Nickoal
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.
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Last Post: Jul 7, 2005 5:54am
by Mike Linthicum
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
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Last Post: Jun 29, 2005 6:40am
by Dave Schulte
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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
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Last Post: Jun 26, 2005 1:35pm
by Bob
radiator
I am looking for a radiator for a 1928 rugby 1 ton
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Last Post: Jun 26, 2005 7:33am
by Orville
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.
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Last Post: Jun 25, 2005 3:44am
by Wayne Dekker
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...
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Last Post: Jun 23, 2005 6:08pm
by Bruce Hargin
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...
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Last Post: Jun 21, 2005 12:20am
by Tom Schwab
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...
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Last Post: Jun 12, 2005 10:09am
by Rick Botti
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
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Last Post: Jun 11, 2005 4:32pm
by Warren Rauch
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
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Last Post: Jun 8, 2005 7:01pm
by Jim Glover
Happy Memorial Day and Thank You!
To all of you veterans both American and Canadian that served in the armed forces of both countries I would like to wish you a happy U.S. Memorial day and to say thank you for all the sacrifices you have given to make both countries free and safe. Job Well Done!
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Last Post: May 30, 2005 6:03am
by Mike Linthicum
W5 Motor on E-bay
Results of another Sunday e-bay surf has produced an item of interest to some club member. Up for auction is a 1920's Star/Durant W5 engine item # 7977039813 which is located in New Jersey. It has a low opening bid of $24 and has approx. 3 days left on bidding. Hop...
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Last Post: May 29, 2005 8:41am
by Steve Large
Durant 619 maintenance
HELP! I got this beautiful old car and no maintenance documents at all. Can anyone scan me any info on 619 servicing?
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Last Post: May 28, 2005 7:01am
by Glen Durant
1925 data plate
I am looking for a data plate for my 1925 Star, or info regarding same. I have a 24 Star with a data plate and the star on it is a solid star without shading, is the 25 the same? The radiator ornaments are solid white on the 24 and shaded on the 25. Glenn
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Last Post: May 20, 2005 10:42pm
by Glenn Guild
Pictures From East Coast Meet Posted
Pictures from the first meeting of the new East Coast Chaper have jsut arrived at: http://clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/durant/events/ECC/index.html Thanks to Gloria Wiersma who took them and Mike Linthicum who forward them to me. Rick
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Last Post: May 14, 2005 2:01pm
by Rick Botti
Car/Grill Badges Custom Made From Your Club's Logo
We make car/grill badges for clubs, from a copy of the club's logo. A car badge is a great way to dress up your car and show pride in your club membership at the same time. A custom made car badge can also be a significant source of income for your club. The c...
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Last Post: May 7, 2005 6:25am
by Arnold R. Brown
'31 grill bars
Can somebody help me with advice. Would the vertical grill bars on a '31 model 619 be black or the body color (if other than black)? Seems like I've seen both, but would like to be right. Wayne Farrand
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Last Post: May 4, 2005 8:20pm
by Wayne Farrand
parts for sale, (and the car too!)
If you have time, we have posted pictures the car and of some Durant parts for sale on our new website: Backyardbikes.us Please contact us if we can be of assistance. We welcome all questions, comments and critiques! Thank you for your time.
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Last Post: Apr 28, 2005 10:06pm
by Mrs. John Harden
In Seattle For a Couple of Days
Business takes me to Seattle on Wednesday and Thursday, so I won't be updating the website til the weekend. However, I will be monitoring email. Rick Botti Webmaster
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Last Post: Apr 26, 2005 6:49pm
by Rick Botti
Need a Distributor and Clamping Bracket
I need a distributor to complete my 1923 Star restoration. ANY CONDITION CONSIDERED. I may use one as a pattern to machine a Delco distributor. I also need the clamping bracket which attaches the distributor to the generator. Can anyone help?
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Last Post: Apr 26, 2005 1:32pm
by Robert DeAngelis
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Darren
Durant Family History
Ive been told that there are a few Durant family members on the board. I am trying to trace the name "GARNET DURANT" who last resided in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, Canada, in 1993. If anyone has any information this Durant, it would be very helpful....
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Last Post: Apr 25, 2005 4:40pm
by Darren
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Peter
Carburetor Stromberg OX-2 for Flint
I'm for sale a carburetor STROMBERG OX-2, for 1923 to 1925 Flint model E-55, good condition. I send photos. Thanks!!
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Last Post: Apr 23, 2005 5:00pm
by Peter
Coupla Star Wood Wheels
Hey folks! I just came across a pair of later Star Wheels on an Ebay auction up in Sanford Manitoba if anybody might be interested. Seller thinks they are Model T. Auction# 4544349052
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Last Post: Apr 22, 2005 2:09pm
by Don Shilling
New Zenith Carbs Available
Hi All I've got a shipment of new Zenith carbs for our cars comming. If you drive your car this is the best way to go. If you want one of these emai me and I'll put you on the list, and follow up as soon as they arrive. Will have some at the Lancaster Eas...
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Last Post: Apr 20, 2005 6:04pm
by Frank Witkowski
Rings for Model R Star Cowl Lights
Has anyone a spare pair of cowl light rings (Part No. 23668) to be used with the bullet shaped cowl lights (Part No. 23561)? Or Do you know of a place that would manufacture these aluminum rings? Thanks for any help. Mac
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Last Post: Apr 18, 2005 1:19pm
by Mac Irvine
Magazine
Good news. Our magazine has been at the printer all week so should be ready by Monday. Another beautiful color cover and back. Our long time member and good friend Bob Krause (now 83 years old) is going to drive all the way across Los Angeles and pick up all 500 copi...
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Last Post: Apr 16, 2005 4:01am
by Lance Haynes
4 Cylinder Continental Motor required
A friend of mine is about to restor a 1933 Beacon and has asked if I could help him locate a 4 cyl continental engine either running or repairable. He lives in the Seattle area so the closer to home the better. If anyone can help with this request please e-mail me yo...
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Last Post: Apr 14, 2005 6:20pm
by Steve Large
1923 Star Doctors. Cpe
I just received my Old Cars April 14th issue. On page 37 there is a 1923 Star Doctors Coupe for sale.
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Last Post: Apr 13, 2005 6:07am
by Ken Brink
2 More Vehicles on e-bay
Currently there are 2 vehicles up for auction on e-bay 1st a 1928 Durant 4 door no model given item # 4542164034 and 2nd a 1925 Star Roadster model F item # 4542253778. Happy viewing and good luck if bidding
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Last Post: Apr 9, 2005 9:42am
by Steve Large
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Last Post: Apr 5, 2005 5:44pm
by FALDUTI RICARDO
Durants on E-bay
There are currently (2) 1928 Durants on e-bay one is a 2 door and the other a 4 door. Happy viewing or bidding
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Last Post: Apr 3, 2005 6:23pm
by Steve Large
model 60/ 40 interior pics
Hi, if anyone needs interior pictures of wood work or a paper patern of a certain piece let me know while I have my interior apart and I will send out what you need? So far back seat is out and one door panel .
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Last Post: Mar 28, 2005 3:31am
by steve mercier
New member Beverly Rae Kimes
Hello everyone, Some more good news for our club as one of the most acclaimed and top automobile writers ever Beverly Rae Kimes has mailed Mike Larsen her check yesterday for her membership in our club. I had a mechanic working at “Cool Cars” I got to k...
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Last Post: Mar 24, 2005 1:47pm
by Lance Haynes
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Steve
Boyce Motor Meter
There is up for auction on E-bay a beauitful Boyce Motor Meter for a Flint vehicle. The item number is # 6517949281 Good luck to all that bid.
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Last Post: Mar 10, 2005 6:30pm
by Steve
NJ Durant Plant Closing
Today I received an email from Don Annarella, Plant Engineer for Interbake Foods in Elizabeth, NJ. I am posting below the information that was included in that email: "We have some sad news to pass on. Interbake has sold the old Durant building and will be movin...
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Last Post: Mar 8, 2005 3:59pm
by Charles A. Spitz
1922-1923 Star C or CC closed delivery photographs of drawings
Anybody out there have any good photographs, sales brochures or detailed drawings that I can obtain a copy of of the 22 or 23 Star C or CC closed delivery truck?
Views: 388   Replies: 0
Last Post: Mar 3, 2005 8:07am
by Mike Linthicum
Where Is It Now?
Going through some of my papers from the Oakland California DeVaux-Hall Motors Corporation, I found the following "Stolen Car Bulletin No. 2" issued on October 2, 1931 Durant Coupe Cabriolet, 1929 Model 60, six cylinder motor number 106145, serial number 4704 Cali...
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Last Post: Feb 28, 2005 5:45pm
by Frank Witkowski
Star Engine
FOR SALE - Durant 1925 Star Engine. Overhauled a number of years ago and stored. Engine turns over. Make offer.
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Last Post: Feb 28, 2005 3:21pm
by Burton Young
26 Durant Roadster - Body rear section needed
Trying to locate the rear section of the body or what I call a turtle deck. Someone has removed the rear section of the body for conversion to a wood saw. Would greatly appreciate any help. Yates
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Last Post: Feb 28, 2005 2:08am
by Yates Milton
1924 Star For Sale
This ad appeared today in the Des Moines Iowa Register. 1924 Star 4 dr. w/suicide doors,tan mohair interior in good condition,body is totally enclosed and in good condition.Odo says 2,899 miles, recent work on the brakes,exhaust, carb, distributor and realigned front...
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Last Post: Feb 27, 2005 12:49pm
by Dave Schulte
model 60 interior kit
Awhile back someone posted an interior kit that they had purchased from a supplier I would like some info on the kit what it includes, and cost any help would be greatly appreciated
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Last Post: Feb 26, 2005 11:33am
by steve mercier
Back Issues of The Durant Partner For Sale !!!
Back Issues of The Durant Partner are available for only $5 each, this includes all shipping charges. Issues Available Volume 4 Nov 2002 Issue 4 Volume 5 Mar 2003 Issue 1 Volume 5 Dec 2003 Issue 4 Volume 6 Mar 2004 Issue 1 Volume 6 Jun 2004 Issue 2 Vo...
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Last Post: Feb 24, 2005 9:06am
by Rick Botti
Star 1923 repair manuals
Went to an Antique Car swap meet today in St Charles Illinois. Found an NOS tail lamp lense for my 1928 Durant M2, an aftermarket radiator cap NOS,and 2 Star 1923 repair manuals. Anyone interested in the Star repair manuals let me know. They list repairs and pictures...
Views: 380   Replies: 0
Last Post: Feb 20, 2005 3:00pm
by Gregg Wellner
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Jeff
Star Four radiator and shell with emblem
Hi all-- I am posting this for my friend-- He has a radiator with shell and emblem in very nice restoreable condition-- Have pics that I can send if interested-- emblem is very nice-- says star four-- let me know and thanks-- Jeff clunkertruck@...
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Last Post: Feb 14, 2005 6:07pm
by Jeff
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