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Jay F. Self

Star Car Repair Parts List Model F March 1924 for sale on ebay

Wanted to let all of you know that I am finally getting around to selling some of my Star Car manuals. I have this one listed on Ebay as of 01/06/05 and hope to add others as the week progresses. Thought you would be interested. Thanks for the opportunity to let ever...

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Last Post: Jan 6, 2005 8:29pm
by Jay F. Self

Dan Marx

Starter Brushes on ebay

2 sets of starter brushes on ebay: Item number: 4516134237

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Last Post: Jan 4, 2005 7:00pm
by Dan Marx

Steve Large

Carburetors

While Sunday afternoon surffing (a canadian winter sport) I came across a great site which might be of assistance to anyone in need of carburetor information or parts, Try a visit to www.thecarburetorshop.com They seem to cover most years and models. Enjoy and good l...

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Last Post: Jan 2, 2005 1:26pm
by Steve Large

Justin Schiess

A beautiful '27 Star for auction in February

As my '28 M2 shivers in the cold I dream of better times to come and oddly enough I dream of Kansas in February. I just noticed this auction announcement in the latest issue of Hemmings Classic Car. http://www.prideauxauctionservice.com/long.html That '27 woul...

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Last Post: Dec 28, 2004 12:09pm
by Justin Schiess

steve mercier

tail light

Happy holidays to all I just wanted to let you all know that there is a fellow on e-bay selling glass tail lenses for some of our cars the tail lenses are reproduction lenses and are resonably close to the real thing in colour the rest of the lens is the same.the e-b...

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Last Post: Dec 27, 2004 8:54am
by steve mercier

Steve Large

Another E-Bay find

Up to my usual surffing on E-Bay and came across this item which might be of intrest to a Durant collector. Item # 4514215314 a 1930-1931 Durant radiator and shell for a 407 or 604 as identified by Rick Botti for the seller. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to al...

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Last Post: Dec 26, 2004 10:13am
by Steve Large

Franz Fraitzl

spring pads

Just wanted to let everyone know that I have already made up a casting die for these rubber pads. I have several sets already made up in urethane rubber.The price would be the same. Best regards Franz Fraitzl

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Last Post: Dec 18, 2004 8:47pm
by Franz Fraitzl

Ken McCormick

seasons greetings

Just a short message to wish you all the very best in the new year and the happiest Christmas ever. Keep the durants and stars and all the good cars rolling Ken and Norma McCormick

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Last Post: Dec 18, 2004 12:57pm
by Ken McCormick

Steve Large

1928 Durant and 1923 Star on E-bay

The 1928 M2 4door Sedan Durant on ebay # 4512662094 this is the same on I posted last time. It has been reposted, It is in Branson Missouri and the owner is Galen Martin @ 1-417-335-4211 if you have any questions.Also there is a 1923 C-body Sedan Star # 4512750456 fr...

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Last Post: Dec 17, 2004 11:21am
by Steve Large

Ross O'Leary

Unleaded Fuel-W5

Thanks guys for your input - will certainly be of help. Don't know what the inside of the engine will be like as the car hasn't been started for over 40 years. I came across it accidently in a shed clean out. Will need lots of "jewellery" for the project and the road...

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Last Post: Dec 14, 2004 3:06am
by Ross O'Leary

Al Farnum

Model 60 parts needed

I am still looking for 3 hole spring shackles for my Model 60. Contacted Ray Ganser, but no luck. Thanks.

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Last Post: Dec 13, 2004 6:05pm
by Al Farnum

Steve Large

1928 Durant rad & shell $250

Was surfing net style again and came across this item. This fellow has a whole wrecking yard and has listed photo's with descriptions for each. on #14 of his list he shows what he is calling a 1928 Buick frame and some body parts with a Durant radiator and shell with...

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Last Post: Dec 12, 2004 7:52am
by Steve Large

Steve Large

1928 Durant

Just on E-bay and came across this Durant for sale. A 1928 4door coach (not sure of model) the item # 4510624828. Good luck all

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Last Post: Dec 9, 2004 3:04pm
by Steve Large

Yates Milton

30 Durant Rear Bumper

Did the 30 Durant have 2 piece rear bumpers to support or use for a luggage rack? I have a re-chromed one piece bumper (2 bars) that I can not get to work. The luggage rack support bars will not work properly. If someone has a 2 piece bumper I will gladly trade or b...

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Last Post: Dec 6, 2004 12:50pm
by Yates Milton

Mike Linthicum

Flint Parts for sale on Ebay

All you Flint owners out there need to check Ebay auction item # l4509873497l, the gentleman is offering Flint parts for sale, especially some sheet metal. I know that there is several members who have been looking for these parts. I've noticed this individual has so...

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Last Post: Dec 5, 2004 7:08am
by Mike Linthicum

Rick Botti

1923 Durant Service Truck

I've posted 3 beautiful pictures on a 1923 Durant Service Truck on the Photographs page, please take a look. Rick

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Last Post: Dec 1, 2004 4:46pm
by Rick Botti

steve large

Durant for sale on Ebay

Up for sale on Ebay is a 1930 model 614 Durant item # 4507607071. Take a look, happy bidding and good luck

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Last Post: Nov 28, 2004 9:55am
by steve large

Jim Glover

Durant axel!

Update on my axel problem! no problem now, received my axel from Lance today, installed it and Durant is back together!! Hurrah! Thanks again to Lance for all his help. Jim G.

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Last Post: Nov 26, 2004 3:34pm
by Jim Glover

Gary Gilligan

Dad's '30 Durant Roadster

My dad courted mom in a 1930 Durant wire wheel roadster with dual side mounts. They married in 1936 in Portland, OR and are still together today, for better or worse. I was building a '26 Star touring from parts collected all over WA state, but gave up after I had it...

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Last Post: Nov 25, 2004 9:12pm
by Gary Gilligan

Rick Botti

Metric Conversion Tool

For anyone who would like a simple and easy to use tool that will convert between metric and British/American measurement systems, please visit the Special Interest page. There you can download a simple program called convert. Rick

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Last Post: Nov 17, 2004 11:44pm
by Rick Botti

Jim Glover

members login

I just joined the Durant club, how do I get a login password to the members login site?

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Last Post: Nov 17, 2004 6:38pm
by Jim Glover

Mike Linthicum

Flint parts for sale

I received an email on the 12th from a Joe Simas. He has some Flint parts for sale. Did not mention what they were, but anyone interested needs to email him at fordiron40@earthlink.net.

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Last Post: Nov 15, 2004 8:59am
by Mike Linthicum

Ronald A Jaremkow

Steering gear

The Tech Page has an excellent article on setting up a Warner steering gear. Unfortunately, this info doesn't help me with my 4-07 which uses (I think), a Saginaw gear box. I've tried setting my box up but even with new bearings, it is still rough and has more pl...

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Last Post: Nov 13, 2004 6:15pm
by Ronald A Jaremko...

Chris Vanderpool

Durant star four radiator

I have one of these radiators for sale on e bay and I don't know much about it . Can anyone help me pinpoint which year it is? My E Bay name is flapslap check it out!!!

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Last Post: Nov 13, 2004 9:26am
by Chris Vanderpool

Don Shilling

Searching for Richard Remelius

Anybody know how to get ahold of Richard? His listed phone number is not correct on the roster or in his ad in the Durant magazine. Thanks for any help. Don

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Last Post: Nov 10, 2004 6:02pm
by Don Shilling

Phil Donoghoe

Distributor performance figures for 15L motor

I would appreciate any information re performance figures for distributor of 15L motor Does any one have the reverse side to the A.E.A Tune- Up Page for 14L motor in Tech Pages What is the graph for the semi-auto advance system, effects of contact breaker flingin...

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Last Post: Nov 9, 2004 11:26pm
by Phil Donoghoe

Wayne Dekker

More assembly

What thickness of material is used on a 1923 Rugby running board and is it covered in rubber mat? Are there modern style engine bearings available in the USA or must I find an engineer to remetal the bearings? Thanks Wayne

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Last Post: Nov 5, 2004 9:07pm
by Wayne Dekker

Barry White

Durant Roster

Rick , did you get my e mail reply and photos. regards barry

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Last Post: Nov 3, 2004 2:39pm
by Barry White

DAVE C.

EBAY STAR MOTOR

I'M LISTING A STAR MOTOR MOUNTED ON A SHOW CART, IT WILL START ON EBAY TONIGHT AT 6:30 PACIFIC TIME, UNDER THE SELLER: WILDPIGSMC THANKS, DC

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Last Post: Nov 2, 2004 2:00pm
by DAVE C.

Brian

1923 Rugby Tourer for sale

100% complete, restoration project

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Last Post: Oct 24, 2004 1:04pm
by Brian

Kim Phillips

Selling 1929 Durant coupe

Needs refurbished, but is all there (6 cylinder) Best way to get ahold of me is phone 317 223 9781

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Last Post: Oct 24, 2004 8:36am
by Kim Phillips

Barry White

Thanks Gord & Don

Thanks for the info guys,I live in the uk and its a rare car here and hard to find info on so your help was very much appreciated.I have a rugby M4 1929 roadster or de lux roadster, Im not really sure which as it has the fender mounted spare wheels but the wooden art...

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Last Post: Oct 23, 2004 3:39am
by Barry White

Dave Schulte

Hershey

Did anyone make it to Hershey ? Any interesting finds ? Dave

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Last Post: Oct 19, 2004 12:13pm
by Dave Schulte

Charles A. Spitz

Hemmings Classic Car Magazine

How many of you subscribe to the new "Hemmings Classic Car" magazine? If you do, you should read an article in the December 2004 issue about Skip Marketti. If you dont, you need to. For those of you that attended the 2003 DMAC Annual meeting you will remember...

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Last Post: Oct 15, 2004 8:01pm
by Charles A. Spitz

Scott

Grey-Dort parts

I have what I was told is a 1918 Grey Dort roadster cowl, doors, windshield stantions, and windshild frame. Only rust at all I have seen is in the windshield frame. Would like $300 for everything. Feel free to call me @ 304-365-0884....Scott

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Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 9:16pm
by Scott

James Lay

1929 Durant 4dr sedan

looking for an iginition switch for a 29 sedan One of the last items in a complete restoration. ANy help is appreciated

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Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 3:37pm
by James Lay

Jan Arnett

Durrant on AACA board

Saw this listed on the AACA BB. http://www.aaca.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Number=246640&page=1&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1 Jan

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Last Post: Oct 6, 2004 9:01am
by Jan Arnett

Steve Mercier

Cowl Light Arms

Hi, would anyone have a spare set of cowl light arms for a 29 model 60, I need a deacent set for chroming or to borrow a set so Mike and Neil Butters can make me a new set any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Last Post: Oct 3, 2004 4:24am
by Steve Mercier

Rick Botti

DURANT 1928 M2 Coupe on Ebay

There is a DURANT 1928 M2 Coupe for sale on ebay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6472&item=2491968010&rd=1

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Last Post: Sep 29, 2004 7:43am
by Rick Botti

Leonard Burkholder

Traveling West with empty trailer

I will be driving from Philadelphia, PA to Fallon, NV to pick up a 1929 Durant model 60 parts car. On the way West my trailer will be empty. Do you have anything that needs to go from East to West. The trailer is not closed. The load should be less then 2,000 pounds....

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Last Post: Sep 20, 2004 5:28pm
by Leonard Burkhold...

Ken Crowl

Star Radiator cap

I am told that a 23-27 Chevrolet radiator cap will fit my 24 Star. I can get one in TX unless there is a Star one available. Ideas?

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Last Post: Sep 20, 2004 3:49pm
by Ken Crowl

Walter Williams

1932 Durant

4 Door.....6 Cyl. Never Restored....In excellent shape Call Anytime after 6 P.M. 1-705-389-2270 Serious callers only please

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Last Post: Sep 18, 2004 5:22pm
by Walter Williams

Kim Phillips

1929 Durant coupe for sale

We have the coupe still for sale. A local gentleman was going to buy it , but lost his job. Asking 5700.00. Needs restored. Pictures of the car were in a couple of the last magazine issues. Phone 317-346-6429

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Last Post: Sep 4, 2004 6:33am
by Kim Phillips

bec

annual meeting in nj

is anybody coming from oregon area to nj meeting that may hav room for a 29 durant coupe? i hav 1 in seaside or that i need brought to nj it is not running and some front parts are loose so may need closed trailer any help greatly appreciated thanx bec

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Last Post: Sep 3, 2004 4:10am
by bec

wayne carini

generator

I maintain a 1930 durant. We made this durant into a taxi for Fisher Island NY. I need a generator for this car. Can any one help? Thanks Wayne

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Last Post: Sep 1, 2004 6:09am
by wayne carini

Gordon F. Curl

Antique automobile magazines

There are a lot of Antique Automobile magazines on eBay. There is one lot #6922955606 that included the one about the restoration of Ray Keto's 1923 Durant Sport Touring. I know some of us paid a big price to get one of these magazines, and right now there is no bi...

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2004 6:40pm
by Gordon F. Curl

jan arnett

1927 star sales brochure

There is a nice 1927 sales brochure on ebay for under $7.00 and no bid. Jan

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Last Post: Aug 29, 2004 5:57pm
by jan arnett

Fritz Kuenzel

Wanted- Rear bumper brackets

I am looking for a set of rear bumper brackets for my 1928 M-2 Two-door Durant. These are the brackets that support the rear left bumper although they are the same for either side, just reversed. The twin chrome plated bumper bars are fine, I just need the two black...

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Last Post: Aug 26, 2004 8:14pm
by Fritz Kuenzel

Wayne Farrand

'31 model 619 on eBay

The 619 right hand drive Durant on eBay is attracting lots of attention. Anybody bidding? Boy, that Art Deco interior is REALLY nice. Outside looks good though. I'm thinking I might try red leather in my 619. ha Wayne

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Last Post: Aug 24, 2004 6:42pm
by Wayne Farrand

rob jones

durant sign

I have what appears to be an original "durant" dealer sign.It is approx. 2 1/2 ft x 3 1/5 ft,heavy guage metal. It is black w/white lettering,w/red accents. It states in large letters"Durant" then in smaller letters,"A Good Car". Under that in smaller letters states"...

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Last Post: Aug 23, 2004 8:03pm
by rob jones

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