G O I N G P L A C E S 811.2021
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V o l u m e 5 1 I s s u e 11 EDITOR Angela Manente gpeditor@az.pca.org CONTRIBUTORS Rick Althouse Danielle Badler Mark Baker Jen Bartling Carole Bultema Jim Bultema Andy Cole Scott Hatcher Bruce Herrington Andy Hyde Kim Kemper Kenneth Mitchell Steve Sapareto Moe Scharhon Phil Veitch
ON THE COVER HPDE at Arizona Motorsport Park Photo by Phil Veitch
IN THIS ISSUE FEATURES
8............... Meet A Member - Scott Hatcher 14............... Meet A Member - Andy Hyde 18............... Autocross Season Series 2021/2022 - #1 Results 22............... Driving Tour to South Mountain 24............... Porsches and Pancakes at the Ironwood Grille 25............... Hot Air Balloon Tour 26............... HP Driver Education Action! 30............... Giving Back Update - Scholarship Recipients 36............... Can you “Drive” a Golf Ball? 37............... Book Reviews for Porschephiles
AZ.PCA.ORG Going Places is the official publication of the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region and is published electronically monthly. Written contributions and photographs are welcomed and can be emailed to the editor. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region, its officers or members. Permission is granted to reprint any material herein provided full credit is given to the author and to Going Places. PORSCHE®, the Porsche Crest®, CARRERA®, and TARGA® are trademarks of Porsche AG. The editor shall reserve the right to edit and publish only those articles felt to be in the best interest of the members of the Porsche Club of America. THE DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES AND ADVERTISEMENTS SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION IS THE 15TH OF THE MONTH PRIOR TO THE MONTH OF PUBLICATION. Commercial advertising rates can be found in the back of this publication.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT
Mark Baker president@az.pca.org
VICE PRESIDENT
Mark Manente vicepresident@az.pca.org
NEWS & EVENTS
5............... 2021/2022 Calendar of Events 7............... Autocross 10.............. Driver Education 12,............. Monthly Membership Meetings 15.............. AZPCA 43rd Annual Concours d’Elegance 16.............. East Valley “Five 7s” Drive 17.............. 2021 AZPCA Holiday Party 23.............. Cars & Coffee - Porsche Classic Car Show 33.............. Concours in the Hills
IN EVERY ISSUE SECRE TARY
Jack Arnold secretary@az.pca.org
TREASURER
Andrew Grossman treasurer@az.pca.org
4.............. Arizona Region Board 6.............. President’s Corner 9.............. From the Editor 25.............. Social Media 34.............. New Members 34.............. How to Order Name Badges 35.............. Members’ Anniversaries 38.............. Executive Appointees 38.............. Goodie Store 39.............. Zone 8 Staff and Websites 40.............. Sponsorship Program
SPONSORS INDEX PA S T P R ES I D E N T
Steve Sapareto pastpresident@az.pca.org DIREC TORS AT L ARGE
Jen Bartling JenBartling@az.pca.org
25.............. Brasile, Chuck & Denise; Real Estate 5.............. Hoover, Don; Peoples Mortgage Company 12.............. McIlvain Motors 9,BC.......... Porsche Chandler IFC,39....... Porsche North Scottsdale 13.............. Protective Film Solutions
CLASSIFIEDS https://az.pca.org/classifieds/
Jim Bultema JimBultema@az.pca.org
Greg Mannion gregorymannion@sprintmail.com
Rook Younger RookYounger@az.pca.org
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Attention AZPCA Members! Please let our sponsors know you are a member of the Arizona Porsche club and that you appreciate their support.
2 0 21 / 2 0 2 2 C ALENDAR OF EVENTS Editor’s Note: The date, times and details of AZPCA events may be changed or added at anytime. CLICK HERE AZ.PCA.ORG to check the website for the entire calendar of club event information. NOVEMBER 2021 6 We Monthly Membership Meeting at Porsche Candler (pg.12) 5-6 Fr-Sa 43rd Annual Concours d’Elegance Phoenix Flight (pg. 15) 13-14 Sa-Su Driver Ed - Inde Motorsports Ranch (pg.10) 15 Mo Board of Directors Meeting 15 Mo Going Places Deadline (December 2021) 20 Sa AutoX - AMP (pg.7)
JANUARY 2022 5 15 15 17 29
We Sa Sa Mo Sa
Monthly Membership Meeting Driver Ed - AMP (pg. 10) Going Places Deadline (Feb. 2022) Board of Directors Meeting AutoX - AMP (pg. 7)
DECEMBER 2021 1 4 11 12 15 18 20
We Sa Sa Su We Sa Mo
Monthly Membership Meeting (pg.12) East Valley “Five 7s” Drive (pg. 16) AutoX - AMP (pg. 7) Driver Ed - Wild Horse Pass (pg. 10) Going Places Deadline (Jan. 2022) Annual Holiday Party (pg.17) Board of Directors Meeting
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PRESIDENT’S CORNER Ma r k
B a ker
Hello All: alling All Cars !! – Flight 43 is coming up soon and if you want to show your car, view some cars, or join us for the dinners on Friday or Saturday, register soon. There is a dinner on Friday, November 5th, the Concours on Saturday, November 6th starting at 1 p.m., and the Saturday night awards dinner. Come out and join us. The event will be held at the Riverview Park (near the Chicago Cubs training facility) near the intersection of Dobson Rd. and Rio Salado Rd. in Mesa. I hope to see you there. We just attended the Anthem Porsches and Pancakes event, organized by Frank and Maria Grimmelmann. About 80 members attended. The venue was amazing, the food was great and the people were awesome. There are a few photos posted on page 24 in Going Places. I believe this was the 6th year it was held there (excluding COVID delays). Thanks Frank and Maria, awesome job. At the most recent Board of Directors meeting there was a lengthy discussion about people who show up at club events without registering. This causes a problem for the event organizers because they then have to figure out how to collect the fee, and sometimes the venue only sets up tables and chairs for the number that have registered. If you want to attend any of the club events, please register in advance. We would not want to have to turn someone away if there are no seats for them. The Arizona Region is running the following upcoming events: · October 30,31 – California Festival of Speed · November 3 – Monthly Meeting – Porsche Chandler · November 5,6 – Flight 43 – Riverview Park – Tempe · November 13,14 – DE at Inde (Wilcox, AZ) · November 20 – AutoX at AMP · December 1 – Monthly Meeting – Alpio’s at Troon · December 4 – Driving Tour – East Valley “Five 7s” drive · December 11 – AutoX at AMP · December 12 – DE at AMP · December 18 – Annual Holiday Party – Hilton Pointe Tapatio I hope to see you all at an upcoming event. Drive Safely
C
Mark
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AUTOCROSS
2021/2022 AUTOCROSS SEASON
Saturday, November 20, 2021 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad Saturday, December 11, 2021 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad Saturday, January 29, 2022 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad Saturday, February 19, 2022 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad Saturday, March 19, 2022 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad Saturday, April 9, 2022 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad Saturday, April 30, 2022 - Arizona Motorsport Park Skidpad REGISTER ONLINE HERE on MotorsportReg.com
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MEET A MEMBER by
Mo e
Sc h a r h o n ,
M em b er s hi p
T
he AZPCA is made up of a wonderful group of members. As Membership Chair, I would like to introduce featured members, Scott Hatcher and Tamela Kahle.
1. When did you join PCA?
We joined PCA in 2010 when we purchased a new Panamera.
2. What Porsche(s) do you have?
We have a 2019 911-GTS, a 2007 GT-3 and a full race prepped 2012 Cayman-R.
3. Where are you from?
Tamela was born in Flagstaff. I was born in Santa Monica CA. She went to elementary and high school in Flagstaff and college at ASU and Cal Western in San Diego. I went to elementary and high school in Phoenix and on to ASU.
4. Family?
We have no children.
5. Work background or trade?
We are both retired. She had a law firm in Las Vegas. I had a commercial general contracting firm in Las Vegas.
6. Work makes your car special?
We went to Stuttgart to pick up the GTS. The GT-3 is a manual (That’s fun in itself). The Cayman-R is an absolute thrill on the track.
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7. Next upgrade?
Not sure if there will be one.
8. Have you personalized your car?
GTS, just with options. The Cayman-R does have my name and # on it.
9. Favorite memory with a car? Just too many to choose one.
10. Why did you buy your Porsche?
We were racing the Mustang and went to a few PCA DEs and found the Porsche people were so nice. So, we went and bought the Panamera and joined PCA-LVS.
11. High school nickname?
Neither one of us had a nickname.
12. Top 3 cars you would own?
1967 Corvette Coupe with an L-88 427, Porsche 901, Original 1963 Corvette Grand Sport #003.
From the
EDITOR An gel a
Ma nent e
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he holidays are right around the corner. We are very fortunate to be sharing the holidays with our Arizona friends, who are transplants like us. We don’t particular enjoy traveling during the holiday season to spend it with our family back East in Connecticut. The good news is we have already planned to take an East Coast road trip again next summer to visit family and friends along the way. We will more than likely drive our Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and not put the miles on the 911. No surprise there! The club has quite a few events coming up. For the most up to date information always check the calendar on the AZPCA website az.pca.org. Make sure to register for upcoming events! Save the date for our Holiday Party on December 18th. This year it’s going to be at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort in Phoenix. I want to thank everyone who has taken the time to write stories/articles and take pictures at our AZPCA events for Going Places, because without your participation there would be no monthly newsletter/magazine. If anyone is interested in assisting me with publishing the newsletter, send me an email at: gpeditor@az.pca.org This month the winner for the Writer’s Monthly Award for Going Places is Andy Cole for contributing “Driving Tour to South Mountain.” He will receive a $30. credit on MotorsportReg, which is good for one year to use on any AZPCA activity. Looking forward to seeing you in person at one of our upcoming events, maybe at our November Monthly Membership meeting hosted by Porsche Chandler! Wishing everyone a healthy and Happy Thanksgiving holiday.
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DRIVER EDUCATION
2021 / 2022 Season
NEW DATE: Saturday, Oct 9, 2021 @ Arizona Motorsports Park Sat & Sun, Nov 13-14, 2021 @ Inde Motorsports Ranch Sunday, Dec 12, 2021 @ Wild Horse Pass East Track Saturday, Jan 15, 2022 @ Arizona Motorsports Park (CCW) Saturday, Feb 26, 2022 @ Arizona Motorsports Park NEW DATE: Sat & Sun, March 26-27, 2022 @ Inde Motorsports Ranch -SUMMER BREAK-
HPDE Event Registrations: azpca.motorsportreg.com
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Meet fellow club members and enthusiasts. See what driving a Porsche on a local track is all about. Volunteer some time to help out the program. No prior experience necessary. Get involved by volunteering for one of our HPDE program roles below: Registration – Check in drivers and their guests at the track gate entrance. Approx. 2 hr early AM commitment. Safety Tech – Using our safety checklist, inspect vehicles and helmets to ensure compliance. Approx. 2 hr early AM commitment
Pre-Grid – While cars are staged waiting to enter the track, check driver wristbands and confirm other safety guidelines are being met prior to releasing vehicles. Approx. 2-7 hr commitment (part to full day). Grid Marshal – Radio communication with the Chief of Course and Corner Workers to release vehicles onto the track from Pre-Grid, and direct the flow of cars on and off the track. Approx. 2-7 hr commitment (part day to full day). Corner Worker – Observe cars on track and provide flagging communication to drivers. Radio in to Chief of Course regarding any incidents, issues, and need to flag drivers. 4-7 hr commitment (half to full day). Photographer – Capture photos of the event from great vantage points on the track or paddock for publication in Going Places. Approx. 2 hr commitment.
Writer – Write an editorial on the event, perhaps with an interview or two from drivers for publication in Going Places. Approx. 2 hr commitment. Setup / Breakdown – Assist with unloading/loading and set up of equipment such as tables, chairs, canopy, PA system, etc. Approx. 1 hr commitment, early AM or late afternoon. Driving Instructor – Experienced drivers who are interested in becoming a PCA Instructor.
HPDE Track Locations: Arizona Motorsports Park – 15402 W. Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Bondurant School of Racing – 20000 S. Maricopa Rd, Gate #3, Chandler, AZ 85226 Inde Motorsports Ranch – 9301 W. Airport Rd, Willcox, AZ 85643
Interested in Volunteering? It’s super easy - here’s how to get involved: Register Online – Go to MotorsportReg.com, find the event, select “Volunteer” during the registration process and choose your desired role from above. Email – drivereducation@az.pca.org to register or for more information.
Your help is greatly appreciated! We need volunteers to keep these programs healthy and ongoing! We hope to see you out there! G O I N G P L A C E S 811.2021
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MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS Wednesday, November 3, 2021 5:30 P.M. - 7:45 P.M. Porsche Chandler Chandler, AZ
When you arrive, please park in the back lot.
Registration is required for this event. Click on the link below to register on MotorsportReg.com. https://azpca.motorsportreg.com/events/ membership-meeting-at- porsche-chandler-pca-arizona-168528
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Wednesday, December 1, 2021 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Alpio’s at Troon Scottsdale, AZ Enjoy a catered meal from Jersey Mikes with a variety of delicious subs. Then follow that up with your favorite ice cream with all the toppings from our special ice cream stand. See you there.
Registration is required for this event. Click on the link below to register on MotorsportReg.com. https://azpca.motorsportreg.com/ events/membership-meeting-at-alpios-troon-pca-arizona-539025
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MEET A MEMBER by
M o e
Sc h a r h o n ,
M emb er s hi p
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he AZPCA is made up of a wonderful group of members. As Membership Chair, I would like to introduce featured members, Andy and Lori Hyde.
1. When did you join PCA?
I joined PCA about 10 days ago (9/15). I’ve been a member of several car clubs through the years, starting with BMW in 1988, but this is my first time with anything Porsche.
2. What Porsche(s) do you have?
My first Porsche was a 1994 911T that I bought new from Wallingford Porsche in CT. Triple black, 20,000 current miles, I still own it. Last December a 2007 GT3 RS pumpkin, 9,000 miles, joined the herd. I might be the seventh owner, the number escapes me. Those are my only two, ever.
3. Where are you from?
That’s a good question. A bit of a gypsy. Born in TX, raised in TN, FL, PA, and NH. I’ve lived in NY, CO, MS, and CA too. My wife of five months, a first for both of us. She is a NY and FL girl but absolutely loves it here in the valley.
4. Family? No kids.
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5. Work background or trade?
As for trades, my wife Lori spent her career in HR. She ran a big department in Hong Kong for years. I’m a former Marine, small business and finance background.
6. What makes your car special?
Nothing special about my cars except they’re mine. I upgraded the 94 with an exhaust 20 years ago. .
7. Next upgrade?
I’ll wait and see what other members have done. I’m good at modding Evos, STIs, and fox body mustangs. I don’t know much about modding Porsches.
8. Why did you buy your Porsche?
That’s a great story. I left the house to buy a Viper and drove home with the Turbo. Too ignorant to know why at the time, but what a smart decision I stumbled into!
9. High school nickname?
My high school nickname was Boone. That used to be my last name, now it’s my first name. Adopted twice, can’t give away all my trade secrets.
10. Top 3 cars you would own?
How about a DB4/5, GTC 330, and….something Singer or Weissach.
REGION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region 43rd Annual Concours d’Elegance November 5-6, 2021 Riverview Park, Mesa, AZ
The Board of Directors and leadership team of the AZPCA cordially invite you to par cipate in our 43rd annual Concours d’Elegance, known as Flight 43, on November 5th and 6th, 2021 at Riverview Park in Mesa. Fes vi es commence on Friday evening, November 5th at The Courtyard Mesa at Wrigleyville West, located at 2224 West Rio Salado Parkway in Mesa at 5:00 pm. Join us in their new event space, The Niche at Riverview, in the Salado Room for a welcome recep on featuring a buffet dinner and a cash bar to help us kick off the weekend! On Saturday, November 6th at 1pm, we will commence with the Concours d’Elegance car show at Riverview Park with judging and display of an awe-inspiring array of Porsches. A�er judging is completed on late Saturday a�ernoon, we will reconvene at The Niche at Riverview Salado Room for dinner and presenta on of awards. The Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville West, adjacent to The Courtyard, has reserved rooms at a $109 + tax discounted rate for our out-of-town guests for Friday and Saturday nights. Book a room at our exclusive group rate using this hyperlink or you can call the hotel directly at 1-480-664-1221 and be sure to men on the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region group rate. The address for the Sheraton is 860 North Riverview, Mesa. Keep an eye on the AZPCA events calendar for upcoming Concours details and links to sign up!
REGISTER AT:
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REGION ANNOUNCEMENTS EAST VALLEY “FIVE 7s” DRIVE Saturday, December 4, 2021 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. P.M.
We have many great roads to explore North and South of Highway 60, and early December is a great time to take the drive on the “Five 7s”; Highway 177, Highway 77, and Highway 79. Great sweeping curves and long straightaways. Our group will drive east on Hwy. 60 past Superior, AZ. Head south on AZ 177 south past the Asarco Ray Mine. Unfortunately, access to the mine overlook is closed. If they don’t open it up by our tour date here is a link to a virtual tour of the mine: ASARCO Ray Mine in Kearny, Arizona - YouTube. You will also drive past the extensive fire damage caused by this year’s Telegraph fire. The Telegraph fire is the 6th largest fire in Arizona History. The drive continues towards Winkleman, AZ with a stop at the Speedway gas station before heading south on AZ 77 towards Oracle, AZ, past SaddleBrooke Ranch. The group will turn North onto Hwy. 79 to our lunch destination in Florence, River Bottom Grill, 2501 North Highway 79, Florence, AZ 85132. We will arrive at our lunch destination, The River Bottom Grill, around 12:30 P.M. The River Bottom has a Southwestern vibe and great menu to choose from. It is located near a river bed that is dry most of the year. The restaurant will provide our group a designated parking area, and you will pay your tab individually. After lunch you can head back north on Hwy. 79 to Hwy. 60 West. Questions? Contact Organizer: Mark Manente at vicepresident@az.pca.org
Registration is required for this event. We are limited to 30 vehicles, so please register early. Click on the link below to register on MotorsportReg.com. https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/east-valley-five-7s-drive-river-bottom-grill-pcaarizona-235831 | 16 |
REGION ANNOUNCEMENTS 2021 AZPCA Holiday Party Don your festive holiday attire and join the fun at the 2021 AZPCA Holiday Party to be held from 6 pm - 10 pm on Saturday, December 18 at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort in Phoenix. Enjoy an elegant plated dinner with fellow club members in the ballroom at the Pointe Hilton as we celebrate the holiday season and dance to the music of DJ Jeff. We will also say farewell to our retiring 2020-2021 Board of Directors officers and welcome to our newly elected 2022-2023 officers. The Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort is offering lodging for our guests who wish to stay at the resort. Click the following link to book your room: https://book.passkey.com/e/50212295 Event program: 6 pm: Happy hour and check in 7 pm: Plated dinner served 8 pm: Introduction of 2022 Board of Directors 8:30 pm: Dancing and socializing 10 pm: Close Registration is $60 per person and you are welcome to bring up to 2 guests. Please indicate your choice of meal for yourself and each guest during registration: ● Petite seared prosciutto wrapped chicken & garlic herb shrimp ● Olive oil balsamic seared prime top sirloin ● Grilled Alaskan salmon Please Note: Registration closes on December 12 and is required for this event. Drop in attendees will not be admitted. No refunds will be issued after December 12. Check the event page for the link to register for this night of fun and festivities! https://az.pca.org/event/2021-azpca-holiday-party/
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AUTOCROSS
AUTOCROSS SEASON SERIES 2021/2022 EVENT #1 STORY and PHOTOS BY KENNETH MITCHELL
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he 2021 Autocross Series Summer Break is behind us now, so are the Arizona summer days and the monsoons. The Autumnal Equinox was the Wednesday just before the event, so we are now heading into more favorable Porsche Autocross weather. The first event of the 2021/2022 AZPCA Autocross Series was held on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at the Arizona Motorsports Park in Litchfield Park. The weather was a tad on the warm side but that did not discourage 42 drivers from attending the first event of the season. The event was sold out well over a month in advance. If you’ve never been to an autocross event and you are wondering why these events continue to be sold-out so quickly you should sign up for an AZPCA Region Autocross Event to find out for yourself. You missed what is called a “WOW” experience. It was fun-packed, and you couldn’t ask for a better event. AZPCA Region member, Eric S, posted a video of one of his runs in his Porsche Carrera on the Region’s Facebook page. Take a look at Eric’s posting and see how much fun he had driving his Porsche on an autocross course. Apparently, the word is spreading throughout PCA land about how well the AZPCA Region Autocross Series Events are conducted and the fun factor to be had by everyone. The PCA Zone 8 Autocross Chair, Bill T., and his wife and former PCA National Autocross Chairperson, Kathy T., traveled from the San Diego Area with their highly modified and fast Porsche Boxster to attend our region’s first event of the season. Bill and Kathy enjoyed the event, and both are traveling back home with the honors of setting the two fastest top times of the day. Rumor has it that they are checking their calendars to see if they can attend future AZPCA Region autocross events. | 18 |
As usual, the Region’s Autocross Co-Chairs, Kim K., and Rick A., did an excellent job in kicking off the first event of the 2021/2022 AZPCA Region Autocross Series. The course ran in a clockwise direction and had several slalom segments to test the Porsche car’s superior ability to negotiate the different elements of the course. The course was easy to follow even for the AZPCA Region members that elected to give it a try for their first autocross event. There were very few off-course excursions and cone penalties. However, there were three drivers who tied, with three cone penalties each, to earn the honors of the “Top Cone Killer” for the day. The ol’ saying goes if you’re not hitting cones from time to time, you’re probably not getting close enough to them. The point is you want to get close to just scare them but not hit them. Because there is a noticeable disparity in lap times between the cars that run on different types of tires, the drivers and their cars were placed in one of two categories. The two categories are “Street Tire” (tires and their cars are typically driven to and from the autox) and “Race Tire” (sticky tires with almost no tread pattern that often require the car to be trailered). There were 39 drivers in the “Street Tire” category and 3 drivers in the “Race Tire” category. The drivers drove 3 continuous laps, with each lap being separately timed, in both the morning and the afternoon sessions. The average lap time for the “Street Tire” group was 46.151 seconds and in the “Race Tire” group the average time was 39.247.
The best lap time in the “Street Tire” group was 40.928 driven by Kim K. and the best lap time in the “Race Tire” group was 38.818 driven by Kathy T. The second-best driving times were driven by Eric S. with a time of 41.034 and Bill T. (Kathy T.’s husband) with a time of 38.926, in their respective tire groups. Honorable mentions with third place finishes are Martin R. in his Porsche Cayman with a time of 41.072 in the “Street Tire” category (for an all-Porsche Podium in Street Tire!) and Ken M. with a time of 39.999, in the “Race Tire” category. In the Street Tire Category, the top three finishing positions were only separated by .144 second and in the Race Tire Category the top two finishing positions were separated by .108. Those are very close lap times in both tire categories, and it doesn’t get any better than that. Close lap times increases the fun-factor and camaraderie among all the entrants.
Among the first-time drivers were Steve E., Randall T., Robert V., and Kristopher H. Kristopher is the husband of Chularat H. Both Kristopher and Chularat shared driving the family Macan, a very capable Porsche at an autocross. The best time among this group was a 45.953 driven by Kristopher H. in his Porsche Macan followed by Randall T. with a time of 46.018 in his Porsche Carrera. Steve E. drove a best lap time of 55.298 in his Porsche Carrera and Robert V drove a lap time of 58.115 in his Porsche Carrera Turbo S. Nice job drivers and hopefully, you’ll sign up for future events. All the first-time drivers did an excellent job driving the course and it appears that they drove their Porsche like they either stole it or were driving their parent’s car. This is a starting point and there is no doubt that they will better their driving skills by entering future events. Oh, did I forget to mention about the Fun-Factor to be had again? In fact, here is photographic evidence of some of the first-time drivers and what they thought about their first experience at an AZ PCA Region autocross event.
Chularat and Kristopher H.
Steve E. Continued on page 20 G O I N G P L A C E S 811.2021
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Continued from page 19 The results below list both all the drivers runs and the best time of the day for each driver: AZPCA A-X #1, September 25, 2021 DRIVER
CAR
TTOD BEST RUN
Kim K
2016 Porsche GT3 RS
40.928
Eric S
2006 Porsche 911 C2S
41.034
Martin R
2007 Porsche Cayman S
41.072
Andrew T
2013 Subaru BRZ
42.068
Ealing J
2018 Porsche 911
42.245
Steve A
1999 Mazda Miata
42.322
Jon R
2014 Porsche Cayman S
42.944
Rodney D
2019 Porsche 911T
43.201
Mathias A
2014 Dodge Viper
43.239
Scott O
2012 Porsche 911
43.42
Dane T
1999 Mazda Miata
43.516
Brian M
2015 Chevrolet Corvette
43.599
Mike T
2017 Chevrolet Corvette GS
43.828
Louis V
2007 Porsche Boxster S
43.924
Greg K
1969 Chevrolet Corvette
44.628
Jim E
2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
44.714
Daniel K
2014 Dodge Viper
44.785
David E
2017 Chevrolet Camaro
45.366
Mark S
2012 Porsche Cayman
45.41
Eric T
2014 Porsche Cayman S
45.565
Marc C
2014 Porsche Cayman S
45.828
Kristopher H
2020 Porsche Macan
45.953
Randall T
2007 Porsche 911 Carrera
46.018
Eric M
2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
46.281
William P
2000 Porsche Boxster S
46.553
Dave M
2014 Porsche Cayman S
46.687
Eli V
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
47.15
Ken O
2021 Porsche Cayman GT4
47.294
Clint G
2017 BMW M2
47.605
Noel A
2015 Ford Mustang GT
47.822
Rick A
1994 Porsche 968
48.269
Matthieu R
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
49.364
Peter M
1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata
49.784
David G
2007 Porsche Cayman
50.458
Michael M
1987 Porsche 944 Turbo
50.801
Chularat H
2020 Porsche Macan
51.031
Chris M
2019 Porsche 911
51.795
Steve E Robert V
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 2016 Porsche 911 Turbo S
55.298 58.115
DRIVER
CAR
TTOD-Race tire
Kathy T
2000 Porsche Boxster
38.818
Bill T Ken M
2000 Porsche Boxster 2013 Chevrolet Corvette GS
38.926 39.999
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Robert V.
Randall T.
AZPCA A-X #1, September 25, 2021 DRIVER
This chart is all of the raw times, so add 2 seconds for each cone hit.
CAR
HEAT 1
HEAT 2
RUN 1
RUN 2
RUN 3
RUN 4
RUN 5
RUN 6
46.532
44.484
43.42
44.663
CONES
Scott O
2012 Porsche 911
45.696
45.548
Marc C
2014 Porsche Cayman S
47.166
47.983
46.311
45.828
47.103
46.097
Kathy T
2000 Porsche Boxster
40.222
38.818
39.0+1
39.355+1
39.417
39.277
2
Chularat H
2020 Porsche Macan
DNF
DNF
56.579+2
53.34
51.031
51.608
2
Dane T
1999 Mazda Miata
44.754
44.5+1
43.519
43.853
43.764
43.516
1
Jon R
2014 Porsche Cayman S
42.944
43.635
45.805
44.591
44.155
44.021
Ken M
2013 Chevrolet Corvette GS
39.999
Robert V
2016 Porsche 911 Turbo S
Daniel K Brian M Bill T
2000 Porsche Boxster
Ealing J
2018 Porsche 911
Kristopher H Peter M Steve A
1999 Mazda Miata
Jim E
2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
46.273
Mathias A
2014 Dodge Viper
Steve E
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2
Mark S
39.968+1 40.528+1
41.044
40.895
40.965
DNS
DNF
DNF
58.115
46.858
45.73
46.035
46.59
44.785
44.3
43.958
44.019
43.707
43.599
38.511+1
DNF
DNS
38.926
39.667
DNF
43.4
42.721
42.951
42.245
42.292
43.253
2020 Porsche Macan
48.742
47.885
48.06
46.382
DNF
45.953
1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata
55.126
54.655
52.364
51.854
51.681
49.784
DNF
42.322
43.73
42.892+1
46.346
45.209
45.56
45.249
44.714
43.957
43.239
44.362
44.007
43.844
43.392
57.092
55.298
75.097
57.451
55.542
55.381
2012 Porsche Cayman
47.299
46.605
45.41
46.157
46.804
45.989
Michael M
1987 Porsche 944 Turbo
53.852
51.688
52.138
50.801
58.444
51.574
Rick A
1994 Porsche 968
50.371
50.511
50.753
48.867
48.532
48.269
Rodney D
2019 Porsche 911T
DNF
DNF
43.752
43.431
45.485
43.201
DNF
DNF
2014 Dodge Viper
48.478
2015 Chevrolet Corvette
44.171
42.765+1 42.603+1
2
3
Andrew T
2013 Subaru BRZ
49.549+1
48.872
47.896
42.068
42.416+1
42.5
2
Louis V
2007 Porsche Boxster S
44.809
DNF
43.958
43.924
43.951+1
44.09
1
William P
2000 Porsche Boxster S
47.5
46.553
47.303
55.835
47.59
47.92
Randall T
2007 Porsche 911 Carrera
DNF
54.003
47.875
46.215
47.532
46.018
Matthieu R
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
49.364
49.446
49.627
50.057
50.085
49.958
Ken O
2021 Porsche Cayman GT4
48.573
DNS
47.294
49.973
48.017
49.259
David E
2017 Chevrolet Camaro
45.366
DNF
46.221
Dave M
2014 Porsche Cayman S
49.286
48.339
48.213
Noel A
2015 Ford Mustang GT
49.71
50.506
Eli V
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
48.887
49.088
Chris M
2019 Porsche 911
52.855
Eric M
2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
Eric S
2006 Porsche 911 C2S
46.095+1 45.494+1 45.331+1 46.687
47.179
46.813
49.794
49.275
47.822
49.09
47.15
46.280+1
DNF
DNF
52.511
52.709
52.116
51.795
52.497
46.922
46.559
46.281
47.442
46.43
46.209+1
41.478
41.034
41.339
41.616
41.505
41.551
Greg K
1969 Chevrolet Corvette
46.214+1
46.371
46.75
44.628
45.404
45.466
Martin R
2007 Porsche Cayman S
41.909
41.186
41.282
41.367
41.127
41.072
Clint G
2017 BMW M2
50.991
49.571
49.625
48.085
47.61
47.605
Eric T
2014 Porsche Cayman S
46.032
45.671
45.565
49.284
50.12
48.692
Mike T
2017 Chevrolet Corvette GS
45.123
45.781
44.873
43.828
44.103
44.732
David G Kim K
2007 Porsche Cayman 2016 Porsche GT3 RS
DNF
DNF
DNS
50.458
51.340+3
51.366
41.814
41.514
DNS
41.28
40.928
41.438
3
1 1 1
3
ALL TIMES ARE RAW ADD 2 SECONDS FOR EACH CONE
The third event of the 2021/2022 AZ PCA Region Autocross Series is scheduled for Saturday, November 20, 2021. The entries for this event are well underway with very few driver spots available. Don’t be left out. You better sign up before the maximum limit is reached, again. The registration deadline for the November event is Friday, November 19, 2021. You will need to sign up using your motorsportreg.com account just like you do for the Driving Tours and/or Dinner Meetings. During the sign-up process, there will be a link for you to click on for the Electronic PCA Event Waiver (“Speedwaiver”). It is mandatory that you complete the electronic waiver prior to the event, and if you are inviting a guest, you will need to send them the electronic waiver link for the guest to complete. We always highly recommend walking the course as often as possible before the start of the event. Experienced auto crossers are available for novice course walk-n-talks to help explain key cones, braking and acceleration zones and car positioning while walking the course. Lastly, our instructors are ready to provide in car driving feedback during your run, if you request it. If you have any questions, you can email either Kim K. or Rick A. at autocross@az.pca.org. Hope to see you and your car at the next event.
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DRIVING TOUR TO SOUTH MOUNTAIN STORY AND PHOTOS BY ANDY COLE, AZPCA Chief Concours Judge
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n Sunday, September 19th, 32 fine examples of the Porsche marque cars gathered for the drive to South Mountain. Both existing and new members attended with some notable new additions of the cars we idolize, including a 911 Turbo S and a very nice 911 GT3. As with all driving tours, rules and expectations of the PCA and local club rules were shared and detailed directions and guidelines provided to make the event as pleasurable as possible. Two groups of 15 Porsches with a lead and sweep cars were identified and our President, Mark Baker led the first group away. Never easy for 32 cars to navigate the surface streets of Scottsdale, Phoenix and Tempe without the many traffic signals breaking the groups up, however, there was time at the lights to take a few photos and one of my favorite is of Gregg and Alison Bull in their 993 cab!
The view back across the valley was breathtaking and as a new member to the club and to the greater Phoenix area, it gave a tremendous sense of the City that is now home to many of us. As this was the final driving destination, participants enjoyed each other’s company, the views and then broke for lunch once the official driving event was at an end.
The drive back down the mountain was exhilarating and seemed to end way too soon for all those that love to drive their Porsche vehicles. On behalf of all the attendees on this driving tour, our
By the time we stopped at Target in Tempe, all the cars were back together and on schedule. After a 15 minute stop, it was back on the road and off the beaten track to head up the hill to our final destination. It’s a joy to watch onlookers and their reaction as various Porsches pass by and it always brings a sense of renewed pleasure as many folks wave and smile at the line of Porsches driving by. The groups weaved their way up the mountainside along the beautifully curved roads arriving at the summit of South Mountain a little after noon. | 22 |
thanks as always to our Driving lead, Rook and Debbie Younger for another well organized, safe and enjoyable event, way to go Rook and Debbie! Until the next event, stay safe and enjoy miles of smiles in your Porsche!
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PORSCHES AND PANCAKES AT THE IRONWOOD GRILLE ANTHEM COUNTRY CLUB EVENT HOST FRANK GRIMMELMANN PHOTOS BY MARK BAKER
Jeanne and Maria
Great brunch selection!
Another sold out Porsches and Pancakes event!
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So c i a l M e d i a fo r A Z P C A 6 W ay s t o E ngage! By Jan Mackulak, Social Media Chair, mailto:socialmedia@az.pca.org
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HP Driver Ed - photos by Phil Veitch
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS ! by
Mo e
Donald Dauwalder Mesa, Arizona 1999 911 Carrera Cabriolet David Flinn Mesa, Arizona 2016 Boxster Marilyn Fornell Fountain Hills , Arizona
Sc h a r h on ,
Dave Modderman Goodyear, Arizona 1999 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet Karen Modesto Scottsdale, Arizona Kenneth Nessler New River, Arizona 2010 911 Carrera S
Grace Frohock Scottsdale, Arizona
Stan and Sue Olds Phoenix, Arizona 2012 Boxster S
Michael Gann Queen Creek, Arizona 2018 911 Carrera GTS
Archie Packard Scottsdale, Arizona 2006 Cayenne S
JR Garcia Phoenix, Arizona
Ruchir and Rachel Patel Scottsdale, Arizona 2021 Taycan 4S
Jason Gilbert Scottsdale, Arizona 1986 944 Turbo Myron Hammes Paradise Valley, Arizona 2019 Panamera Turbo
M emb er s hi p
Eric Salstrand Phoenix, Arizona 2015 911 Carrera Hriday Sibal Gilbert, Arizona 2021 911 Carrera 4S
David Harsay Phoenix, Arizona 1986 944 Turbo
Mark and Susan Slocum Temecula, California 1991 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet
Stephen Khan Chandler, Arizona 2014 Cayman
Erin Smith Peoria, Arizona
Kirk Kokoska Scottsdale , Arizona 1988 911 Turbo Louis Maro Scottsdale , Arizona 2018 718 Cayman
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Stacey Stafford Gilbert, Arizona Kenneth Stevens Paradise Valley, Arizona 2019 911 GT3
C ha i r
Eric Trappen Scottsdale, Arizona 2012 911 Turbo S Cabriolet Dennis Wierzba Chandler, Arizona 2007 Boxster Michael A. and Mieko Odierna, Phoenix, Arizona Transfer From: Connecticut Valley (CTV) 1995 911 Carrera
Recent Transfers In Charles R. Burnside Gilbert, Arizona Transfer From: Chicago 1997 911 Carrera S Beige
Roger and Patti Poppie Brighton, Colorado Transfer From: Rocky Mountain (RMT) 1996 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Stephen and Lynn Dudley Scottsdale, Arizona Transfer From: Fox Valley 2002 911 Carrera
Robert M. and Teri Smith Scottsdale, Arizona 85262 Transfer From: Sacramento Valley (SVR) 2010 911 GT3
Jonathan D. and Genean Harmon Gilbert, Arizona Transfer From: Southern Arizona (SAZ) Robert Leibenguth Yuma, Arizona 85367 Transfer From: San Diego (SDO) 2016 Boxster Glenn A. and Wendelin Moore Transfer From: Chicago (CHO) 2008 911 Carrera S
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HAPPY PCA ANNIVERSARY ! C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s t o t h e s e m e m b e r s w h o a r e o b s e r v i n g a P C A m e m b e r s h i p a n n i ve r s a r y i n N ove m b e r.
46 Years
16 Years
43 Years
14 Years
Thomas and Melissa Masles Don Tevini and Jacque Booth
37 Years
Bryan and Mary Hayes
33 Years
Kip Lindblom
31 Years
Allen and Carol Naille
29 Years
James and Debbie Patrick Mark and Pamela Weinberg
27 Years
Rjay and Ann Lloyd Dennis Ketterer and Nancy Mckee Jeff and Carol Emig
12 Years
4 Years
Jeremy and Teresa Chandler Dorie Hanson Mike and Marie Hoover William Murray George and Dominique Perrin
11 Years
26 Years
10 Years
Charles and Bonnie Johnson
Gerald and Carol Gambino
9 Years
23 Years
Jeff and Lorrie Forgey David and Mary Hinz
Patrick and Mary Ballogg Bob and Pamela Geren Ken and Kristy Grogan Oliver and Paula Megadya Eric and Janice Schmidt
22 Years
8 Years
Jeff Yang and Alice Kwok Thomas and Deirdre Lehner Thomas and Mary Reyman
Mark and Bonnie Howard John and Helen MacFarlane James Peterman
20 Years
7 Years
Jim and Donna Manelis Dale Suran
19 Years
Mike and April Kvalvik Brad and Tere Portillo
18 Years
Jeremy and Deborah Whitteridge
17 Years
Daniel and Adina Moldovan
5 Years
Wytie and Sally Cable Kristopher Klint Robert Wolski
Aaron Heimke
25 Years
Eugene and Cindy Rose Bill Smith Dan Warner Mitch Waters
Karl Copenhaver Irene Delano Jeff Johnson Don Lange
13 Years
Timothy Luger Robert and Susan Weis
Ronald and Cheri Morgan
6 Years (continued)
Robert Hannum Steve and Anne Jackson Alasdair and Kirstin MacLean Robert and Louise McIlravy Pancho Meyer
6 Years
Ronald Bauer Steve and Cindy Collins Jack Conroy Mark Covelli Michael and Kathy Mills Paul and Kristin Pfauser
Jason Cannon Dave Cano Douglas Delano Marty and Abigail Ercoline Sean and Tammy Knight-Gibbons Rick Hunt William and Kim McAleb Lee and Jodene Pfeiffer Saleem Saya David Schustack Derek Seymour Jason Waldrom
3 Years
Bryce Allee Larry Ambrose Tony Bell Randy Bird Randall Claybourn Stephen Head Otto Hiris Karen Kelley Bobbi Lancaster Michael and Heather Lyons Steven Mastroieni Lee Peteet Tom Pollio Michael Proch Timothy Roberts Chris Stuart Mario Violi
2 Years
Jean-Pierre Brietta Jeff Buenjemia Inez Carlson Ben Darche Douglas and Rebecca Edwards Fraser Elliott Jason Fuller Jeff Gardner Nathan Goldberg Larry Heywood Peter and Jeanne Hladek John Leteria Gail Parris Andrew Pope David Schaefer Summer Smith
1 Year
Dave Babenko Curtis Blocker Tavit Daniel Hamilton Espinosa John McCain Jay Miller Cynthia Quinn Ian Pancoast Edmund Purcell Kathy Reed Craig Samitt Nathan Shattuck Maurice Skidmore
MEMBERSHIP by the numbers...
Total:
2102
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CAN YOU “DRIVE” A GOLF BALL? STORY BY DANIELLE BADLER
I
have a confession to make. I’ve been playing golf, on and off, almost as long as I’ve had a driver’s license. It’s a passion of mine. Driving a golf ball. Like driving a car. It’s all the same.
But they know, deep down, that a new putter, or driver, or hybrid 4-iron or lofted 60-degree wedge will turn their life around. In short, technology is a golfer’s friend.
Or is it? The thing that gets me is … why? Out of all the things one can do with their time, especially their leisure time, why am I drawn to these activities, sustained over decades?
Just as it is in driving and racing. I like the line “racing is a matter of money; how fast do you want to go?” Coil-overs. A chipped engine. Carbon-ceramic brakes. Carbon-fiber body parts. Yes, technology is also a racer’s friend.
I’ve been trying to figure it out. The commonalities. The differences. To see if an answer emerges. Follow me on this. First, the obvious. I love to drive. And I love to drive a golf cart. With anyone who has ever played with me, the first question from my playing partner is, “do you want to drive the cart?” And I try to be cool with my answer. I mutter “uh, yeah.” But they know that, if I’m not behind the wheel, I’ll be a fidgeting idiot, nudging the seat, staring at the driver, doing anything to get the buggy … moving! I just can’t stand edging along, especially when there’s an open cart path, or open road, ahead. Then there’s watching golf … and motor racing … on TV. The commonality? To the uninitiated, both are as riveting as watching the grass grow on a putting green or in a runoff area. Ah, but if you have an interest, then watching the best players, or drivers, is a font of wonderment. The cardinal question is, how do they do that? How do they get out of that bunker and stick it to six inches from the flag? How do they catch a slide at 150 and power through to a new lap record? In both cases, we’re looking for the secret, the silver bullet, the nugget that will solve all our problems. Of course, these things don’t really exist. But that doesn’t matter, because we’re convinced that, by soaking up the grandeur of the best of the best, somehow, some way, it will rub off on us. Every time we tee it up. Every time we get behind the wheel. And that leads to what I call shots that will get you to come back next week. In every round, everyone, no matter the level of play, does something that is so satisfying to them that they know, they just know, that, next week, they’ll be able to replicate that glimpse of greatness, for a full round. It could be a booming drive down the middle. It could be sinking a 30-foot putt. It could be sticking that approach to six inches. It’s like the perfect approach to a corner, just the right amount of braking, hitting the apex and jumping on the power … again and again … for perfect and perfectly consistent lap times. Is it a dream? Maybe not, if I can absorb and internalize one more YouTube lap of Monaco, with Senna behind the wheel. Then there’s the equipment. If a golfer makes a bad swing, he or she might mumble, “it’s not the clubs.” | 36 |
And, for those who are wondering, a bag filled with golf clubs does fit into every modern Porsche, even a Boxster. Just take out the woods, and the bag will slide effortlessly into the rear trunk. Then just lay the woods on top, shut the lid and off you go. Ok, now, here’s where I get confused. To quote Hemingway, “There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely games.” I can’t argue with that. Are you risking your life on a golf course? Maybe, if lightning strikes or an errant golf shot happens to catch you in the noggin. But … the chances of that happening? It’s not like Grosjean bursting through the Armco, his car engulfed in flames. Spinning a golf cart on wet grass is not the same. No. The ball’s not moving when you try to hit it. It’s just sitting there, daring you to take it back, low and slow, keep your head still, hinge your wrists, shift your weight … these are called swing thoughts, and the list is bewilderingly endless. Chevy Chase sums it up in “Caddyshack” -- be the ball. Now, do you want to be the car? No, you want to control the car, feel the car, feel it on the ragged edge of adhesion, feel the sensations -- acceleration, braking, g-forces – feel the adrenaline rush of it all. Then there’s the social aspect. Here’s the reality about golf. You play a round of golf with someone and, after 18 holes, you know them. You know how they react to adversity, how well they come back, how well they keep their emotions under control, how well they can execute under pressure. Because, no matter how good they are, stuff will happen in a round, any round, every round. And the key test is how they cope. I can’t think of anything else like it. You’re up, you’re down, you experience euphoria, you deal with defeat. And you can do it with anyone, a tour player or a duffer, so long as they know the etiquette. You can’t do that with tennis, or auto racing, or any other sport or game. A round of golf is one big allegory for life. See what I mean? Golf and cars. They’re the same … and different. So there’s only one solution. A road trip with golf clubs! A golfing, driving holiday! Beep-beep, fore, playing through!
BOOK REVIEWS FOR PORSCHEPHILES STORY BY BRUCE HERRINGTON, ORANGE COAST REGION 101 PROJECTS FOR YOUR PORSCHE 911 101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 [Air Cooled] by Wayne Dempsey, published 2019 by Motorbooks. Minneapolis, MN
T
his is a reprint of the first book in Wayne Dempsey’s outstanding series of ‘101 Projects’ books, and when it was written it did cover all 911s. Now it needs the amended title. Pages 5-239 are exact copies of the 2001 edition, though on this reviewer’s copies the ‘new’ book has more vivid colors. The companion book, 101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 1998-2008, makes clear what vehicles it covers. For the enthusiast working on his own cars, Dempsey’s books can serve as, and to some degree improve upon, the factory workshop manuals. Though precise and accurate, they are written for the home hobbiest not the professional mechanic. As such they deal with the ‘how’ to do things, not just the ‘what’ to do. Like all in the series, this book is very well illustrated, and somewhat unique in the use of different colored arrows to differentiate between aspects of the work being illustrated. It is very well indexed, the author being very much aware of the problem with books that index Brake Rotors under D for ‘Disk, Brake’, so all of Dempsey’s books index topics by all their common names/nicknames. 101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 uses a distinct howto format. Step-by-step instructions and high resolution color pictures, tell you how to perform the job and what costly or time consuming mistakes to avoid. Arranged in 11 color coded sections, each focusing on a particular system (Engine, Fuel, Brakes, Electrical, etc.), the book is not meant to be read from cover to cover, but to provide guidance on whatever project suits the need or mood of the owner at any given time. It is feasible to just flip through the book and undertake whatever project seems interesting.
Each project description starts with a table summarizing the nature of the project – “Time required, Tools, Applicable Years, Parts, etc. There is also a graphic indicator of the degree of difficulty for each project covered. Projects range in complexity from “Jacking Up Your Car” and “Changing Engine Oil”, to “Setting Timing, Dwell and Idle Speed” and “Broken Stud Removal”. Between those two extremes are 96 other projects covering a wide gamut. Aftermarket ‘tweaks’ are not ignored: Project 39 is “Installing a Short Shift Kit; Project 84 is “Installation of a Chin Spoiler”, etc. The purchase of this book is not an expense, it is an investment; an investment with a very high rate of return. You can almost get your money back in the first oil change or air conditioner recharge you do yourself. It is the goal of the book to get more people out working on their 911s. As the author says: “it’s too much fun not to”! This book is written to be an inspiration to the do-it-yourselfer, as well as a guidebook, and is a ‘must-have’ for owners of air cooled 911s. Even if you don’t intend to do your own work, you may find that it inspires you do a project after all, boosting both your ego and your pride in ownership. If you resist the inspiration to doit-yourself, it is still worthwhile read up on the work to be done to better understand the estimate presented by a ‘professional’ shop. 101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 is softbound and contains 240 8-1/4x10-1/2 inch glossy pages, and is available for $29.59 (an absolute bargain compared to any other ‘shop manual’), from your favorite bookseller (ask for it), or from http://QuartoKnows.com where the applicable years are indicated in the listing.
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EXECUTIVE APPOINTEES AUTOCROSS Rick Althouse Kim Kemper autocross@az.pca.org CHIEF CONCOURS JUDGE Andy Cole concours@az.pca.org CHIEF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR Don Clinkinbeard CDI@az.pca.org COMPETITION/ DRIVER EDUC ATION Dan Bouet drivereducation@az.pca.org DRIVING TOUR CHAIR Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org ASSISTANT DRIVING TOUR CHAIR
Jim Bultema
drivingtours@az.pca.org EQUIPMENT Dave Fisher dfish5666@aol.com
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EVENT REGISTRAR Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org EVENT REGISTRAR ASSIS TANT Richard Wyatt d88wyatt@aol.com GOODIE STORE Betsy Andrade betsy7890@earthlink.net HISTORIAN Loretta Aman jlaman914@cox.net MEMBERSHIP Moe Scharhon membership@az.pca.org M E M B E RS H I P M E E T I N G CHAIR Jim and Carole Bultema monthlymeetings@az.pca.org A S S I S TA N T M E M E B E RS H I P MEETING CHAIR Andy Jorgensen monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
NAME BADGES Betsy Andrade betsy7890@earthlink. net
SOCIAL COMMIT TEE CHAIR Jen Bartling socialchair@az.pca.org
NEWSLETTER Angela Manente gpeditor@az.pca. org
ASSISTANT SOCIAL COMMIT TEE CHAIR Cynthia Haag socialchair@az.pca.org
PANORAMA LIAISON Matt Klucha panorama@az.pca.org
SOCIAL MEDIA Jan Mackulak socialmedia@az.pca.org
P O RS C H ES & PA N C AKES COORD. Dennis Rood dmrood1@comcast.net
SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING Eric Jensen sponsorship@az.pca. org
PORSCHES & PA N C A K ES ASSISTANT Frank Grimmelmann fgrimmelmann@ mindspring.com SAFETY CHAIR David Derr safety@az.pca.org ASSISTANT SAFE TY CHAIR Ealing Jahn
TECHNICAL CHAIR Scott Mcilvain CDI@az.pca.org WEBMASTER Jack Arnold webmaster@az.pca.org WEBMASTER ASSISTANT Kevin Gilchrist webmaster@az.pca.org
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Jeff Peck Grand Prix Region zonerep@zone8.org
CLUB R ACE COORDINATOR
Vince Knauf vvvince@aol.com 619.287.4334
TREASURER
Linda Cobarrubias treasurer@zone8.org 310.453.9602 CONCOURS
Janise Witteried Tara Brundrett concours@zone8.org TIME TRIAL & DE
David Hockett de.tt@zone8.org CHIEF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
Scott Mann
WEBMASTER
Karen Garcia Raines webmaster@zone8.org RULES COORDINATOR
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CAL. CENTRAL
SAN DIEGO
ccc.pca.org
www.pcasdr.net
CAL. INLAND
SAN GABRIEL VA L L E Y
www.pca.org/cai
Russell Shon rules@zone8.org
GOLDEN EMPIRE
SECRE TARY
GRAND PRIX
Skip Carter secretary@zone8.org CALIFORNIA F E S T I VA L O F S P E E D
Tom Brown chair@calfestival.org
gem.pca.org
www.GrandPrixRegion.com
www.riversidepca.org
sgb.pca.org
SANTA BARBAR A
www.pcasb.org
SO. ARIZON A
saz.pca.org L AS VEGAS
www.lvrpca.com LOS ANGELES www.pcalosangeles.org
cdi@zone8.org
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SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM The sponsorship programs were designed to allow our current and new advertisers and sponsors a simple way to choose a program that will include; digital on-line published newsletter and internet exposure opportunities all for one simple investment. The sponsorship program has five tiers: Bronze - $250 includes one small website banner on the Membership and Going Places digital magazine page of our website, and one eigth-page (3.5”x 2”) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Silver - $600 Includes one medium-sized website banner on the Membership and Going Places digital magazine page of our website, and one quarter-page (3.5” x 4.75”) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Gold - $1200 Includes one medium-sized website ad on the main page of our website rotating with other sponsors, and one half-page (8” x 5”) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Titanium - $2500 Includes one large vertical ad on the front page of our website rotating with other sponsors and one full-page (8” x 10”)color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication.
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Platinum - $10,000. Includes one large vertical ad on the front page of our website, an embedded video, one fullcolor or grayscale, full-page (8” x 10”) ad inside the front cover in the Going Places publication. It is the responsibility for each sponsor to develop and design their unique promotional ads. Sponsors must submit their own artwork electronically for ads in gif, pdf, jpeg or swf (for website ads) formats. New sponsorships will run yearly, and investment will be pro-rated for any new sponsor who commits mid-year. The acceptance and display of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the advertiser or product by the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region. AZPCA reserves the right to refuse to print any ad it deems inappropriate. Sponsorships must be prepaid. Staff reserves the right to change rates upon notice at any time. Contacts: Sponsorship Requests and Tier Details Sponsorships and Advertising Manager, Eric Jensen
E-mail:
sponsorship@az.pca.org
Angela Manente – Going Places Editor
E-mail: gpeditor@az.pca.org
PCA members make a difference in their community! Porsche Club of America Regions create fantastic opportunities to give back and support many different aspects of their communities. Every year across Porsche Club of America, members are making a difference with many amazing, heartwarming, and thoughtful acts of kindness. PCA is continually collecting stories of member's community contributions, and publishing articles for all to read in an effort to highlight what our club is doing and inspire other regions to help in their own way. READ ALL OF THE HEART-WARMING MEMBER STORIES: www.pca.org/members-making-difference OR SUBMIT YOUR REGION’S CONTRIBUTION: www.pca.org/contact-members-making-difference
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