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David Coppess

For Sale

Looking anxiously for our annual meeting in the Black Hills, Just 23 miles from my house in Custer. My car will be there but at this writing it very well maybe on the trailer with a for sale sign on it. Everything motor wise is correct and it should start but hasn't....

Views: 181 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 20, 2019 9:01pm
by David Coppess

Deborah

Engine tune up parts

Where can I get tune up parts ; spark plugs, points, condenser, rotor, coil, carburetor kit. For 1930 Durant with 6 cylinder Continental Engine, i think15 U is model.

Views: 136 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 20, 2019 9:50am
by Rick Botti

Curtis and Marcy Freih

Curtis and Marcy Freih wins Judge's Pick Award!

Curtis and Marcy Freih just returned from the Reno Hot August Night event. Curtis's 1924 Star Roadster/Speedster won the Judge's Pick Award. There were 7,000 cars there and after 3 days of judging, their car won the Blue Ribbon. Curtis is so proud of his Star, he dro...

Views: 123 Replies: 0

Last Post: Aug 19, 2019 8:42pm
by Curtis and Marcy...

Bob Smith

1924 Durant on ebay

Interesting A-22 on ebay. Looks to be a later one with four wheel brakes. https://www.ebay.com/itm/1924-Durant-4S/233311613057?hash=item365274b081:g:JgwAAOSwrHJdSHH6

Views: 217 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 19, 2019 9:42am
by Mike Linthicum

Wayne C Farrand

zenith carburators

Have a zenith on my 22A engine. Either I did not get tuning info with it or I've lost it. Help? I'd like to get it running optimum for September. Also if anyone has info on air filters they've used on Zeniths I'd appreciate it. I think my hanky/rubber band model i...

Views: 184 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 13, 2019 8:32am
by Wayne C Farrand

Kenneth DeDominicis

1923 Durant Star Distributor conversion

Looking for someone who has distributor conversion info. Looked at decade old posts.Someone makes the 13 tooth gear. Please let me know . Thanks.

Views: 462 Replies: 16

Last Post: Aug 13, 2019 6:05am
by mark armer

Parker Edmondson

Cooling System Trouble

My radiator boils over quickly when driving. I have water circulation and just rebuilt fan. Any suggestions on how to resolve this?

Views: 155 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 11, 2019 6:57pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

1926 Flint Motor

This is posted over on the AACA site. maybe some of you Flint guys can help him out? Frank https://forums.aaca.org/topic/331419-1926-continental-engine/

Views: 177 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 8, 2019 4:12pm
by Norm Toone

Don Shilling

Repo Parts for Star model "C"

Joel Holley, Tulsa, is building a "C" model touring and is having a set of throttle.spark guides made up. These guedes mount on the center, bottom of the instrument panel. These will be aluminum and made with a CNC mill. The originals were cast. They are expected to...

Views: 241 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 1, 2019 2:40pm
by Don Shilling

Rick Botti

DURANT CARS OF AUSTRALASIA

If you haven't noticed, I've added a new button to the left side of this website. The button can be found on the bottom of the list and it is called Facebook-AUSTRALASIA. By clicking this button, you will be taken to a new Facebook page called DURANT CARS OF AUSTR...

Views: 182 Replies: 2

Last Post: Aug 1, 2019 8:05am
by Ray Bell

David Coppess

Valve Spring removal on a W5

Who can tell me an easy way to remove the valve springs from a W5 that's sitting in the car?? I have a stuck open #3 cylinder intake valve. None of the repair manuals for this Continental Engine nor my Model A Ford manuals tell you how to get the springs and the valv...

Views: 169 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 28, 2019 6:54am
by Bob Smith

jeff quicksell

warning on the brass works radiator

just a warning about this company I had sent my radiator for my 1924 star to this company in march, they received it and gave me a price of 2000 with a new honeycomb core and repairs which I agreed to the price , fast forward 2 weeks age I checked on rad and was told...

Views: 457 Replies: 13

Last Post: Jul 26, 2019 7:45pm
by Don Shilling

Bill Hoaglan

Gas Tank Sending Unit

Is their a suitable 5 hole modern universal replacement sender that would work on our 1932 cars, namely my '32 DeVaux....Reading some old threads is sounds like I would need a 0-90 ohm unit? Am wondering if an "Equus 9982" would work? (I am thinking it could be rever...

Views: 202 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 26, 2019 5:57pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Frank Witkowski

Star Roadster for Sale on "bring a trailer"

interesting Star Model F for auction. Not mine https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1924-durant-star-roadster/

Views: 230 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 24, 2019 9:14pm
by Ross

Rick Botti

More progress on the 619

More progress on the 619 this week, we now have nice new floor panels. Rick

Views: 650 Replies: 22

Last Post: Jul 22, 2019 10:51am
by Ross

Mike Linthicum

What did you do with your Durant today?

Thought I'd start this post so we can keep up on what everyone is doing with their car. Now that it's getting cold up in the North county, Winter is the time many start their projects. Down here in sunny Florida we don't have winter so to speak so we can work on our...

Views: 6768 Replies: 112

Last Post: Jul 14, 2019 7:58am
by Max

Bob Smith

2020 calendar.. pictures sought

It's time to put the 2020 calendar together. Stephanie needs pictures azsmith08@gmail.com A little creativity, no modern cars or people, indoor/outdoor/projects we can make it work.

Views: 225 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jul 14, 2019 7:00am
by Bob Smith

David Coppess

Bottom oil ring.

In need of one bottom oil ring for a piston out of a W5 that has 4 groves instead of three. All looks very good inside this engine except that piston 2 and 3 were locked up due to a bad head gasket. Broke one bottom oil ring taking them apart. Anyone got a spare pist...

Views: 144 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 12, 2019 8:53pm
by David Coppess

Ben Snider

Durant Motor

Hello I Have a Durant Motor model 203857 have no use for it is there any interest let me know Thanks Ben bksnider@quadro.net

Views: 164 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 8, 2019 1:17pm
by Don Shilling

Arthur P Sell

4 Speed trans lube

I got to drive Rosalies 30 6-17 coupe down to a ladies tea with the HCCA so she could attend that function. At a stop it goes into first or second very well. However from 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 3rd it grinds badly. I am well versed in double clutching either up or down...

Views: 170 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 7, 2019 4:47pm
by Dave Schulte

Robin Baker

Brake sprongs

Does anyone know of a supply of springs used on the brakes or springs that can be modified? This is needed for the Bendix brakes on a 1928 Durant m4.

Views: 152 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jul 7, 2019 4:06pm
by Robin Baker

Lance Haynes

31 DeVaux 6/75 restored and driving & lots of pictures all over inside my May 2019 AACA magazine

Hi Gang. First of all Gary thanks for connecting up with master restorer Bill in our faithful club with your 32 DeVaux, wow, looks cool. Just got my May / June AACA magazine & inside the front cover a perfect red 32 De Vaux 6/75 4dr built in Grand Rapids production...

Views: 221 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jul 7, 2019 7:32am
by Norm Toone

Don Shilling

Fireworks in the Back Seat

I had reached the age of 16 and was driving my first car, a 1949 Dodge sedan. It was the 4th of July, 1962. I had a friend in the front seat and my brother, all by himself, in the back seat, left to his own devices. We were going thru a back woods neighborhood, shoot...

Views: 170 Replies: 2

Last Post: Jul 6, 2019 10:28am
by Ross

Vincent Edward OBrien

!920's camp out

A few weeks ago, I loaded the Star with vintage camping equipment and drove 80 miles south to the Santa Cruz area where several other HCCA members were having a 1920's camp out. Canvas tents, vintage Coleman lanterns and stoves and period clothing. There was even a 1...

Views: 159 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 1, 2019 6:21am
by Rick Botti

Bill Hoaglan

1932 DeVaux Sedan

This past Thursday my son and I made the trip over to Auburn, WA and picked up the 1932 DeVaux standard sedan that Gary Yelly had in storage...Everything worked out well, prior to going over we installed an 12volt electric wench on the front of our open trailer, the...

Views: 1000 Replies: 33

Last Post: Jun 28, 2019 5:52am
by Dave

Jack Connor

Flint E55 axle shafts

I need 2 axle shafts for my current project ; an E55 Flint. Mine are too twisted to use.

Views: 133 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 27, 2019 2:01pm
by Jack Connor

Dave

Free wheeling

Hello everyone Does anyone have a dash pull control for the free wheeling unit,this is on a 32 devaux but I know other cars used the same part,even a picture would help, also looking for a 31 or32 devaux parts car,if you want you can call me at909 918 7171. Thanks dave

Views: 233 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 23, 2019 4:21pm
by Norm Toone

Mike Linthicum

Email from Horatio in Uruguay with a 1928 Durant Model 75

Hi srs, very nice your site, I am starting a restoration of my Durant D75 and I like all information of this club, My car is a Brougham number E 3537. It is here in my house in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay. Thanks. Hello Mike, thank you very much for writing me...

Views: 168 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 23, 2019 5:33am
by Carol Fogar

Mac Irvine

Restored 1929 D40 for Sale

I have reduced my asking price for my completely restored 1929 D40 four door sedan to $17,000 US. See the Photographs Section for many pictures and email me for more information. Thanks.

Views: 155 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 22, 2019 5:28am
by Mac Irvine

Brian

Which model Star???

So the more looking and more comments, the more questions. I am fairly sure this is a close to original California 1927 Star M. C-405077, engine W5 437688. I know a lot can be changed in 90 years, and the paint, upholstery, and engine have all been worked on, but not...

Views: 282 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 17, 2019 5:56pm
by Brian

Mike Linthicum

Detailed instructions for Bendix 3 shoe brakes

I'm looking for a detailed go-by for the Bendix 3 shoe brakes that the 1928 Cars had on them. I took pictures before disassembly but I guess not enough. Anybody have an early motor manual out there or something from Bendix? Any help would be appreciated.

Views: 150 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 16, 2019 2:19pm
by Dave Schulte

Rory

Durant on craigslist

1930 Durant deluxe for sale on Craigslist Roanoke $4500. I can check it out if anybody is interested, take pics ask questions Let me know Rory

Views: 178 Replies: 0

Last Post: Jun 13, 2019 8:15am
by Rory

Brian Johnson

Barn Find

Not mine https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/458153021653902/

Views: 200 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jun 12, 2019 3:50pm
by Don Shilling

Jim Greenamyer

Following a Star

Hello all: Having joined the DMAC only a few years ago, I have meet many members and learned about many of their fine cars. Those who have talked with me have quickly learned about my restoration experience and Flint c...

Views: 2471 Replies: 36

Last Post: Jun 12, 2019 5:50am
by Frank Witkowski

Brian

1927 Star M roadster convertible

My son and I have been going thru pictures of 27 Stars and have a basic question about the convertible roadsters. Did they all have a rumble seat, or was this specific to a different model. We don't see any pictures that distinctly show the rumble seat. It shows up i...

Views: 185 Replies: 3

Last Post: Jun 11, 2019 9:05pm
by frank witkowski

Brian

1927 Star M spark issues

I am finally getting serious about getting my new acquisition started. Probably not started in 10 or more years. My issue is no spark to plugs. I have spark at coil, power to points, etc. but can't get plugs to fire. Any tricks to the cap/disc assembly I should know...

Views: 242 Replies: 8

Last Post: Jun 9, 2019 2:10pm
by Brian

Frank Witkowski

Following a Star continued

Hi All... Got a chance to visit Jim G. and Cathy and my Star on Friday. Really looking good. Jim is a very talented craftsman. Look at the drivers side fender, most of it was made by Jim so was the cowl and about the bottom 12 inches of the body! Other than the top...

Views: 234 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 7, 2019 12:16pm
by Jack Connor

Mike Linthicum

Continental 15L engine restoration for my Model 65

I'm having trouble finding a machine shop around me to tackle the restoration of my Continental 15L engine. Seems everyone is afraid of the Babbitt bearings in there. I've put a post on the AACA forum to try and find someone in the Southeast who can work on them as I...

Views: 259 Replies: 4

Last Post: Jun 5, 2019 8:42pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Norm Toone

Star hub caps

Just a general question … Was this cap an option on the 1922 Star ? Normal is the five pointed star and no name until Star came under Durant Motors. A new Star owner has them on his touring.

Views: 248 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jun 4, 2019 2:16pm
by Norm Toone

Gary Yelle

Re: Club member

Today I remember long time club member Larry Rockey. I forget how many years it has been since he died from the effects of Agent Orange. Larry was from Black Diamond, WA. He put in his 4 years in the Army, then 30 plus years at Boeing. Gary

Views: 196 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 27, 2019 12:53pm
by Gary Yelle

Bill Hoaglan

Water Pump Question

I am not familiar with the '32 DeVoux (40A engine) water pump...I have the pump apart and will install a new stainless shaft and bronze bearings...I see that this water pump has no grease cups over the bearings for lubercation, It has been center drilled in that area...

Views: 303 Replies: 11

Last Post: May 23, 2019 4:18am
by Norm Toone

Mike Linthicum

Durant Motors Automobile Museum Foundation request for donations.

Hello Durantonians; By now or sometime this week all the DMAC members in the U.S. should receive in the mail a brochure about the Foundations solicitation for donations to the museum effort to build a museum in Michigan. A separate mailing will go out to all our me...

Views: 187 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 21, 2019 12:15am
by Lance Haynes

D J Federlein

Durant Museum Foundation Update

Let it be known that the Durant Museum Foundation has obtained it's exempt status "501(c)3" from the IRS as of Feb. 2019. The foundation is qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under section 2055, 2106 or 2522. Donors can deduc...

Views: 175 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 20, 2019 1:39pm
by D J Federlein

Bill DeVries

600w steam cylinder oil

Does anyone know where I can purchase 600w steam cylinder oil? Mac's order went to Ecklers and theirs is on back order till the end of next month. Does anyone have any suggestions on other products?

Views: 214 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 15, 2019 5:30pm
by Bill Hoaglan

Bill Hoaglan

Cool Picture

We had our Apple Blossom festivle and Classy Chassis car show in Wenatchee this past weekend....The Wenatchee World had this picture of the past on the front page.

Views: 222 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 10, 2019 8:52am
by Bill Hoaglan

Don Shilling

Top Bow Measurements?

Now I'm getting confused! I've measured the top bows on Bill DeVries C touring and Frank Witkowskis F touring and resulted in different measurements. Both models use the same part number for replacement tops so the measurements should be the same. So, does anyone el...

Views: 149 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 8, 2019 10:14am
by Don Shilling

Ken Hoshowski

Generator Field Circuit

The 5 amp field fuse keeps blowing in the generator. Today I installed a solid state relay (cut off) in the hopes of eliminating one possibility. The ammeter registered a charge for about 20 seconds then the fuse blew again. Does anyone know of a quick fix or am I g...

Views: 149 Replies: 1

Last Post: May 8, 2019 9:07am
by Don Shilling

Brian Johnson

Gettysburg 2019

Just returned home from another fantastic East Coast gathering. Thank you Mike for all the hard work you put into this event. I know it is no easy task and the burden seems to fall on you. That was an excellent history lesson as well. I can’t wait to read up mo...

Views: 167 Replies: 4

Last Post: May 6, 2019 3:37pm
by Tom &Karen Edmon...

Rick Botti

Updates to Events Page

I just finished updating the Events Page. If you're in the San Francisco Bay area in September come and visit the Antique Autos in History Park event located in San Jose. Durant will be the featured make. Rick Details here: http://historysanjose.org/wp/...

Views: 129 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 4, 2019 3:19pm
by Rick Botti

jeffrey quicksell

single pin headlight socket

I have a 1924 star has anyone found a replacement single contact headlight socket I ordered one that said single but came as a double contact thanks jeff

Views: 149 Replies: 0

Last Post: May 3, 2019 6:07pm
by jeffrey quicksel...

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