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Rusty Buchanan

AND NO ONE NOTICED?

Just wondering if anyone noticed the Star roadster from Arkansas that sold on Ebay last week for $4500. It was listed as a '25 but it was at least a Model M. I hope a club member got it!

Views: 386 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 16, 2010 1:43pm
by Norm Toone

Lance Chabot

Durant Boyce Motometer Rad Temp gauge, E-bay

Norm, This current Boyce Motometer E-bay seller must be on Drugs[E-bay: 390096673981, US $1,999.99]for this "very poor condition" Boyce Motometer! Please see my earlier post from 15 Oct 09; "Hershey seller had original Boyce MotoMeter Rad ornament/Temp gauges...

Views: 1057 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 15, 2010 4:41am
by Norm Toone

Don Shilling

ROADTRIP!!!

Well, it's been over a year since Butch and I have busted outa Dodge. Matter of fact, I've sold my 1917 Dodge touring to a friend in Phoenix and agreed to deliver it also. So, we are leaving Texarkana and rollin rubber at 0430 Wednesday morning. It's going to start...

Views: 285 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jan 12, 2010 9:12pm
by Ken McCormick

Tony Burke

Odus Raymers '31 De Luxe Sedan in April '06 Hemmings Classic Cars

The April '06 issue of Hemmings Classic Car has an 8 page full color spread about Odus Raymers 1931 614 sedan. This is a great article with lots of back story about Durant and his endeavors. Lots of photos of Odus car and one specifications page. Congrats to Odus for...

Views: 494 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 12, 2010 10:28am
by Wendy Rose Rayme...

Keith N

Stromberg U-2

Happy New Year Durantonians! I am still in need of Stromberg U-2 carb parts. Would prefer original parts if there are any out there. I do not want repros as non of the repros I have seen really make the cut. This is for a display engine I am building, it's gotta...

Views: 801 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 11, 2010 11:56pm
by Keith

Henri Houle

tires

What was the brand of tires used By the Durant company on their cars?

Views: 539 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 11, 2010 5:06am
by Norm Toone

Shaun Murphy

To white wall, or not to white wall, and other rim tire questions.

So I’ve had this dilemma for some time. I can’t decide whether I want white wall tires or not on my Durants. I have the body colors already selected but can’t decide on the tires. Did anyone else have this problem? For the record I have a De L...

Views: 524 Replies: 11

Last Post: Jan 9, 2010 11:29am
by Norm Toone

Dave Schulte

What Else Do You Collect?

Obviously all of us who visit this web site collect items related to Durant Motor Company and it's related off shoots. But what else do you collect? I collect brass blow torches and toy tractors from the 50's 60's and 70's. I'm pretty sure Rick Botti is interested in...

Views: 612 Replies: 17

Last Post: Jan 9, 2010 8:25am
by Ken McCormick

joe griffin

control rods in steering column and steering wheel removal

the control rods are broken at the steering wheel and i am wondering if anyone has any info of how to disassemble and repair/replace them, and any other tips on the coulmn removal? joe griffin 901-465-0608 central time

Views: 314 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jan 6, 2010 8:54pm
by Bill Hoaglan

joe griffin

tire tools and grease fittings for leaf springs

looking for the tire tool to break down wheels and grease fittings new or used? joe 901-465-0608 central time

Views: 320 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jan 5, 2010 11:13am
by Norm Toone

Jack Connor

Rumble Seat Entry Steps

I'm restoring a 1932 Durant Rumble Seat Coupe and I don't have the 2 steps and support brackets. Has anyone got these parts? OR!!! Has anyone tried to use Model A Ford or Chev parts on a Durant?

Views: 841 Replies: 15

Last Post: Jan 4, 2010 7:41am
by Bill Hoaglan

Bert Babick

Durant Partner

We got the Partner today. Another great Issue. Thanks Carol & the staff. Sonia & myself would like to wish a HAPPY NEW YEAR to all. WE also would like to welcome our new officers aboard

Views: 301 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jan 2, 2010 7:09pm
by Bert Babick

gary kauffman

happy new year to all

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL... REGARDS, MARCIA AND GARY KAUFFMAN

Views: 367 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jan 2, 2010 11:40am
by Norm Toone

Lawrence

Upholstry

I would like to learn to redo the interior of my car. Has anybody seen any places on the internet that would be helpful

Views: 422 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 31, 2009 3:35pm
by Lawrence

S. Blomquist

Nickel plating companies

I am soon to get involved with finding a company or companies that do nickel and chrome plating. To begin my search, does anyone have suggestions of companies that they have had excellent results with and reasonable costs? Do these companies perform the nessesary pre...

Views: 292 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 31, 2009 12:06pm
by D

Michael Ramos

Durant flathead 4

I recently uncovered a Durant 4 cylinder flathead (or at least what's left of it) while clearing blackberries from my property. Three of the plugs are out and consequently the cylinders are full of rust however there are some detachable parts that may be of value. T...

Views: 324 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 31, 2009 11:57am
by Michael Ramos

Rick Botti

Tis the Season

To all my friends in Durant Land I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May 2010 give us the chance to meet and help each other, slow down and enjoy the journey life offers us. Rick Botti

Views: 508 Replies: 17

Last Post: Dec 26, 2009 3:18pm
by Ken McCormick

gary k

honeycomb radiators makers

"the brassworks" radiator co. advertizes in hot rod magazines...i saw their ad in"goodguys magazine" and they say they make honeycomb rads and any kind if custom rads...anyone know anything about their talents or lack of it?????

Views: 341 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 26, 2009 2:15pm
by Mike Linthicum

thorsten

Looking for knew Oil rings / piston rings

Hi everyone, I´m looking for knew oil Rings to my 6 Zyl engine in a 615 Rugby pickup. The truck is running like hell , we didn´t have any trouble until yet but I found out the engine is taking oil more than usuall. If any one could give me an advise...

Views: 415 Replies: 5

Last Post: Dec 26, 2009 9:23am
by Bill Hoaglan

Henri Houle

steering box bearings

I'am looking for steering box bearings for a Star 1926 The original bearings are made by Nice Ball Bearing.co the number 4934

Views: 416 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 26, 2009 3:53am
by Henri Houle

gary k

HOLIDAY GREETINGS TO ALL

DEAR FEOOLOW DURANTONIANS, MARCIA AND I WANT TO WISH ALL OUR CLUB FRIENDS AND THEIR FAMILIES THE BEST OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON.... ....WE SHOULD ALL BE BLESSED WITH GOOD HEALTH, ADEQUATE WEALTH, AND ALL THE LOVE WE CAN SHARE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. WHETHER IT BE...

Views: 271 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 23, 2009 8:33pm
by gary k

Dave Schulte

28 Durant Steering Gear

Alfred Bartak in Austria is looking for a steering gear for his 28 Durant. He is also looking for the linkage between the steering gear and the spindle. Can anyone help him out? Dave

Views: 469 Replies: 9

Last Post: Dec 23, 2009 8:24pm
by gary k

Henri Houle

W4 and W5

can someone tell me the difference bethen a motor W4 and W5 ?

Views: 364 Replies: 3

Last Post: Dec 23, 2009 12:48pm
by Don Shilling

Don Gaskill

visor

I am looking for a windshield/sun visor for my '29 M4 can anyone help? Don

Views: 417 Replies: 5

Last Post: Dec 23, 2009 8:48am
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

What's On Your Project List This Winter ???

Hi All.... What are you working on this winter? My first project is to make some more room! Cathy says I need to clean up some of the garages before I bring anymore cars home. Guess I better not tell her about the 1923 T roadster she is getting for Christmas...

Views: 733 Replies: 13

Last Post: Dec 21, 2009 7:57pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Michael E. Kisber

Body Color

I am restoring a 1930 Rugby S4. The fenders and body are black. Does anyone know if that is the only color they came in? Michael E. Kisber michael@kisberenterprises.com www.kisberenterprises.com (901) 490-2576

Views: 607 Replies: 8

Last Post: Dec 18, 2009 5:36am
by Norm Toone

John Sweeney

Ignition Keys

Can any one help me with a key for a D40 1928/1929 rugby. I purchased a barrel and key from frank some time ago.However it will not fit my Clum Switch. Have managed to repair switch and at present use a small screw driver to turn on & off. Would prefer to use a...

Views: 646 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 18, 2009 2:48am
by John Sweeney

Josh B

oddity of a Durant

Hello, I recently acquired a Durant from my grandfather. this old truck has sit in his back yard for many years. i wanted the truck for years, and finally got it about a year ago (although i just brought it home a couple months ago) what i am wondering though,...

Views: 767 Replies: 17

Last Post: Dec 17, 2009 11:50pm
by Josh B

S. Blomquist

Transmission color

The restoration process continues on my "28" Durant D75 at a slow but steady pace. I am looking for information on the original colors for the transmission, differential and the undercarriage. Since the engine is the Gray/Green, one could assume the transmission coul...

Views: 266 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 17, 2009 7:35am
by Mike Linthicum

Lance Haynes

GM Great Lakes Tech Center & Billy Durant office in Flint has been sold at auction

FLINT (WJRT) -- (12/15/09) -- The Great Lakes Tech Center & Billy Durant office in Flint has been sold at auction. The industrial complex was divided into four sections, and each of those parcels has a new owner. The chant of the auctioneer filled the atrium a...

Views: 304 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 16, 2009 9:16am
by Lance Haynes

Ken McCormick

door and window handles

Anyone have some outer and inner door handles and window cranks for a 30 coupe? Mine are not the right ones and dont fit as they should --specially the outer ones--Escutchion plates are wrong. Even just the plates would be a help. 1930 model 614 durant deluxe RS cou...

Views: 329 Replies: 2

Last Post: Dec 14, 2009 1:22pm
by Norm Toone

Michael E. Kisber

Engine Color 1930 Rugby S4 Pickup?

I have a 1930 Rugby S4 Truck we are restoring Frame Off. you can see it on www.kisberenterprises.com. I am wondering what is the correct color for the engine? please contact: Michael E. Kisber (901) 490-2576 or email michael@kisberenterprises.com

Views: 465 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 14, 2009 11:41am
by Rick Botti

Dave Webster

winter projects

I need to do a valve job on our Durant, but can not find the car in the garage. I know it is in there because my wife asked if she could store some more of her plunder in the back seat

Views: 303 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 12, 2009 6:46am
by Frank Witkowski

Norm Toone

Light cross reference info

Pass this on for anyone interested. I've been wondering if there is a cross reference book for fender / cowl light lenses. Recently there was a head light on Ebay the seller wasn't sure of. Lense was 28 - 30 Durant while rusty pot wasn't. In talking to her I mentione...

Views: 343 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 12, 2009 4:51am
by Norm Toone

Lance Haynes

Durant Motors Flint Car Factory for sale

Here is some very intertesting news on Billy's Durant Motor's Flint car factory. FLINT (WJRT) -- (12/09/09) -- When the Great Lakes Tech Center goes up for auction next week, a historic Flint landmark will be sold at the same time. ABC12's Randy Conat takes a...

Views: 452 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 10, 2009 10:38am
by Lance Haynes

Henri Houle

other owners

I try to find others Durant Star 1926 coupe for exange of pics and tips.

Views: 499 Replies: 4

Last Post: Dec 8, 2009 3:03am
by Norm Toone

gary k

HENRI NEEDS PICTURES OF 1926 STAR M COUPE....PLEASE HELP HIM

HEY MEN...LETS TRY TO HELP HENRI SEE WHAT HIS STAR PROJECT SHOULD AND CAN LOOK LIKE...HE HAS A MONSTER PROJECT JUDGING BY THE PICS I SAW BUT WE CAN GIVE GUIDANCE AND INFO AT LEAST.WHO HAS A FEW PICS OF A 1926 STAR M COUPE TO SEND HIM???? REGARDS, GARY K

Views: 275 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 7, 2009 6:42am
by Frank Witkowski

CARLOS CARMONA

INCREIBLE!! Durant funcionando!!

Estimados amigos! hoy, 26 de noviembre de 2009, mi hijo Agustin y yo pusimos a funcionar despues de 25 años, nuestro Durant D60 1929 Touring, con gran alegria festejamos este momento y lo queriamos compartir con todos ustedes. Un Abrazo, "Carmona Team" PD: mu...

Views: 521 Replies: 7

Last Post: Dec 4, 2009 2:33pm
by Walter Pre

Gordon F. Curl

Durant Step Plates

Hi Fellows: I had a friend phone me with a lead on a couple of NOS ? Durant Step Plates. Seems as if some chap in Saskatchewan had a couple that he would be willing to trade for Model T Parts. If you are interested call 306-775-0995 He had his ad posted on a Mo...

Views: 348 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 3, 2009 2:04pm
by Gordon F. Curl

Bonnie Duncan

Dort price reduced

I have been able to reduce the price on my late father's 1917 Dort Cloverleaf Roadster made in Flint Michigan. Now asking only $9800 It has a mostly restored body, interior and chassis with the original four-cylinder Lycoming engine. It still needs some work, but i...

Views: 357 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 2, 2009 7:35pm
by Bonnie Duncan

Bill Hoaglan

Generator end cover on ebay

Check out item #250539213339 this item is listed in the Overland column, there are two end covers being sold and one appears to be for an A-22 (i'm not sure if Star was using this same part) this is the pot metal part that houses the distributor and are hard to come...

Views: 329 Replies: 0

Last Post: Dec 1, 2009 7:49am
by Bill Hoaglan

Bob DeAngelis

Need a body part for my 1924 Star F

I am in need of the front splash apron which fits below the radiator and between the front frame ends. I will consider any condition as I can always use a bad one as a pattern. Thanks, Bob

Views: 628 Replies: 7

Last Post: Nov 27, 2009 4:13pm
by Glenn Guild

Mike Linthicum

Happy Thanksgiving to all my Durant Friends!

For all those Durantonians in the good ole USA, Happy Thanksgiving!. Will be traveling on the road today to head to North Carolina to celebrate with family. 9 hour road trip, though with traffic could turn into 15 hours, I hope not. So I'm sending this out early to m...

Views: 305 Replies: 4

Last Post: Nov 26, 2009 10:01am
by Charles A. Spitz...

Lance Chabot

LOCOMOBILE 8-70 Engine For Sale

All, I have just been contacted by a Mr. Jim Fasnacht of Houston TX (713-256-6511)who picked up a "mostly" complete 1928(?)Loco 8-70 Lycoming, Straight Eight. Loco 8-70 data plate and engine casting date 1927. He got the engine in a group of parts and desperate...

Views: 374 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 25, 2009 5:08pm
by Lance Chabot

Bruce Butler

Turkey Rod Run

Will there be any other Durant owners at the event? I'll be here all weekend driving around. Would be nice to meet some other owners. My cell phone is 386-871-5223. I'm also looking for extra wooden wheels and a straight front axle to build a period trailer to tow be...

Views: 343 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 24, 2009 4:34am
by Bruce Butler

Don Gaskill

r6a carb arms

I have a M4 with the stock r6a carb "BUT" the levers are broke part #01516 and #02253 does anyone have an old carb with the levers still good? OR can someone tell me where i can get them? thanks Don

Views: 317 Replies: 0

Last Post: Nov 23, 2009 9:28pm
by Don Gaskill

S. Blomquist

Water pump grease

I am looking to purchase some water pump grease and have been having difficulty locating it. Does anyone know where or who I can purchase it from?

Views: 336 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 23, 2009 8:08am
by Rick Botti

Scott Nussbaum

29 Rugby Gas tank

Hi all! Just wondered if anyone could point me toward a source to replace my tank? I pulled it for a badly needed cleaning and the bottom fell out. The engine runs and the pump works so it's a good day!

Views: 275 Replies: 1

Last Post: Nov 22, 2009 9:27am
by Ken McCormick

Don Shilling

Loss For Words,,,,,,,

Folks, I came across this on ebay and wanted to post a comment about it here on DMAC but just couldn't find the words to start with. Perhaps some of you'ns could help me out and start some comments about this THING? ebay # 280418497033

Views: 713 Replies: 15

Last Post: Nov 21, 2009 10:05am
by Scott Nussbaum

Marvin Ribbich

For Sale 1920 Rubber Universal Joint Discs!!!!!!!!

I have a large number of 1920 Durant rubber universal joint discs to sell. Fit models A-22, 4 cylinders, and B-22 6 cylinders. Price $25.00 each plus shipping. mribbich@wi.rr.com or 1-262-392-2989 Thanks!!! Marv.

Views: 437 Replies: 2

Last Post: Nov 20, 2009 2:52am
by marvin ribbich

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