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Volume 54, Issue 3, March 2016
Find event updates at http://mav.pca.org, follow our Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/MaverickPCA and join our Facebook Group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/mavpca/ Departments Zone 5 Presidents..........................................1 Shifting Gears (President’s Column).............2 Maverick of the Month.................................2 List of Officers and Board Chairs.................4 Maverick Minutes.........................................6 New Mavericks and Anniversaries................9 Unclassifieds...............................................34 Advertiser Index..........................................34 Around the Bend (Editor’s Column)...........36
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Features Trivia.............................................................7 Five Speed Chatter....................................... 10 Autocross Q & A.........................................14 Intro to Rallying..........................................16 A History of Enthusiasm: Linda Bambina..18 Concours d’Elegance Info...........................23 The Year of the Dragon...............................31 Maverick Photos of the Month....................36
Upcoming Events March Board Meeting...................................7 Driver’s Education.......................................10 Maverick Lunch Series...............................11 Autocross Schedule.....................................14 Volunteer Opportunities..............................19 March Sunday Drive...................................20 All British & European Car Day.................23 Monthly Social............................................26
Past Event Recaps All Member Party.......................................12 Rolex 24 at Daytona....................................22
Day March 2 Board Meeting 8 Lewisville Lunch 17 Mav Social: Love & War in Texas 19 Autocross Novice School: MW 20 Sunday Drive: Mitas Hill Winery 20 Autocross 2: MW 21 COTA DE and CR Registration 24 Richardson/Southlake Lunches
Day April 2-3 Driver’s Education 2: MSR 3 Autocross 3: LSP 6 Board Meeting 12 Lewisville Lunch 16 April Rally 21 Mav Social: TBD 24 Sunday Drive: East Texas Tour 28 Richardson/Southlake Lunches
Day May 1 All British and European Car Day 4 Board Meeting 6-8 COTA Club Race & Adv. DE 10 Lewisville Lunch 14 Saturday Drive: Revolver Brewing 19 Mav Social: TBD 26 Richardson/Southlake Lunches 29 Autocross 4: MW
Day June 1 Board Meeting 14 Lewisville Lunch 16 Mav Social: TBD 19-26 Porsche Parade 2016 23 Richardson/Southlake Lunches
On the Cover: Longtime Mav member Jerry Sutton discussing the finer points of a classic 912 with Ricardo Miranda at the All Member Party in January. Photo by George Luxbacher
Driving Event Venues BHS Burleson High School, Burleson COTA Circuit of the Americas, Austin ECR Eagles Canyon Raceway, Slidell LSP Lone Star Park, Grand Prairie MSR MotorSport Ranch, Cresson MW Mineral Wells Airport, Mineral Wells
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2016 PCA Zone 5 Presidents and Zone Representative ARK-LA-TEX Ken Chandler bad968@bellsouth.net,
COASTAL BEND Bryan Kerrick bksailspadre@ sbcglobal.net
LONE STAR Michael Globe president@lsrpca.com
MARDI GRAS Scott Spradley
OZARK Jim Woolly jim.carol_NOSPAM@ sbcglobal.net
WHISKEY BAY Mike Hamza mikehamza944@ gmail.com
CIMARRON Rod Nordstrom rnordstr50@gmail.com
HILL COUNTRY Tracey Gross president@hcrpca.org
LONGHORN Charles Bush president@longhornpca.org
MAVERICK Jim Falgout president@mavpca.org
WAR BONNET Randal Goodman
WHITE RIVER Leonard Zechiedrich whiteriverregionpca@ gmail.com
ZONE 5 REP Lynn Friedman zone5rep@pca.org www.zone5.pca.org
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Shifting Gears:
Volunteers are our Lifeblood!
By Jim Falgout, Region President
As I sit here composing this article I am looking at the beautiful weather. Hard to believe it is February. Of course, by the time you read this the weather could be totally different -- we are in North Texas after all. Anyway, this weather is very conducive to driving your Porsche. Soon we will have several opportunities for just that. First gear: Our first Drivers’ Education weekend is scheduled for February 27-28 and our first Autocross on February 28. Both will have been successfully completed by the time you read this. In March there is an Autocross Novice School followed by another Autocross at Mineral Wells as well as a Sunday Drive to Mitas Hill Winery. We do not have a Drivers’ Education in March because in years past there were several conflicts, such as spring break, but there will be several club-sponsored events coming up in April and May. Just check the website or the calendar in this Slipstream. Second gear: I want to mention a couple of events that are coming up later: All British and European Car Day, and a Club Race and Solo Drivers’ Education at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin. The All British and European Car Day folks have invited us to attend, and will provide a separate class and parking for Porsches. It will be held on Sunday, May 1 at White Rock Lake. The Club Race and DE at COTA is a joint effort of your club, the Hill Country Region and the Lone Star Region. If you want to participate and are qualified as a Solo driver, registration will open on March 21. If you cannot enter, but would like to either be a spectator or a volunteer, it would be a great opportunity to see this very nice track. The event at COTA is May 6, 7, and 8. Third gear: your club includes over 2,500 others that appreciate and own a Porsche in the North Texas area. We were in the top five clubs in the country for growth in 2015. That speaks volumes about your club. It means we have something that many people want. As you have heard me say many times, it is only possible because of the many volunteers. Here it comes….. Fourth gear: YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU . . . volunteer! You will be glad you did. As I have mentioned previously, we now have a Volunteer Chairman, Jim Gallegos. Just contact him at volunteers@ mavpca.org and he can assist you with getting the most out of your membership by helping your club to continue to be the organization many enjoy.
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Speaking of volunteers and Jim Gallegos, Jim and his wife Phyllis have both gotten very involved with the Maverick Region. Phyllis is co-chairperson of social events and was instrumental in the All Member Party being the success it was. It is really nice to see a couple being involved in the same organization. So this month Jim and Phyllis Gallegos are the Mavs of the Month. I hope they both inspire other couples to get involved.
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2016 Maverick Region Board - Officers and Chairs President Jim Falgout president@mavpca.org Jim joined Maverick Region in August, 2008. He drives a 2003 996, which is the third Porsche he has owned. Jim enjoys attending Maverick Region social and driving events.
Vice President David Robertson C 617-797-0516 vp@mavpca.org David fell in love with the Porsche 911 when, as a child, he would have his parents stop by the old Forest Lane Porsche in Dallas so he could dream of someday owning one. He bought his first Porsche 911 in 2011. He and his wife Tracy enjoy being active members in the Maverick Region.
Secretary Wendy Shoffit C 972-977-9821 secretary@mavpca.org Wendy and husband James joined Maverick Region in 1997, when their daughter was only 9 months old. Jasmine is now 18. They own 3 Porsches including a 1978 911SC as a dedicated racecar, which she enjoys autocrossing. Her daily driver is a 2016 Cayman GT4.
Treasurer Richard Solomon C 903-530-8281 treasurer@mavpca.org Richard joined Maverick Region in 2012 when he fulfilled a 30+ year dream to own his first (of many) 911, a 2009 Silver Carrera! Although fairly new to the club, he is excited about being more involved and meeting more Porsche fanatics!
Autocross Chair Mark Schnoerr ax@mavpca.org
Time Trial Chair, (AX/TT Rules) Travis Howard 214-616-6152 tt@mavpca.org
TT Registrar, AX/TT Schools, Swap Meets Robyn Howard 214-991-0873 drivingschools@mavpca.org
Charity Chair Chris Hamilton hope@mavpca.org
Club Race Co-Chair Pat Heptig 214-649-7907 cr@mavpca.org
Club Race Co-Chair Joel Nannis cr@mavpca.org
Club Race/DE Registrar Slipstream Event Ads Wendy Shoffit crreg@mavpca.org deregistrar@mavpca.org
Concours Chair Andy Kay 817-948-8538 concours@mavpca.org
DE Chair ChrisTabor 817-371-4888 de@mavpca.org
DE Chief Driving Instr. John Sandusky 817-777-0421 cdi@mavpca.org
DE Equipment Mgr. Hunter Allen deequip@mavpca.org
DE Sponsorship Daren Kirbo 254-396-2973 desponsorship@mavpca.org
Email List Moderator James Shoffit 972-786-6246 mrpca-owner@ yahoogroups.com
Email List Moderator Brian Scudder mrpca-owner@ yahoogroups.com
Email List Moderator Matt Platts mrpca-owner@ yahoogroups.com
Goodie Store Chris Flaugh 214-288-5300 goodiestore@mavpca.org
Histographer, Tenured Charlie Davis historian@mavpca.org
Membership Chair, Past President John Hamilton 817-907-7823 membership@mavpca.org
Monthly Social Chair Stephanie Ho hh@mavpca.org
Online Calendar Brendan Eagan calendar@mavpca.org
Rally Co-Chair Don Sebert 214-613-6900 rally@mavpca.org
Rally Co-Chair George Luxbacher rally@mavpca.org
Safety Chair Joe McGlohen safety@mavpca.org
Slipstream Editor, Jim Hirsch 972-740-7377 editor@mavpca.org
Slipstream Article Ed. Carey Spreen 817-422-3480 editor@mavpca.org
Slipstream Wrangler, Public Relations Brenda Dranow pr@mavpca.org
Slipstream Mailing Andy Mears 214-394-5857 mailing@mavpca.org
Slipstream Printing Fran Ussery 972--438-8344 (W) 817-481-8342 (H) printing@mavpca.org
Social Chair Tracy Robertson 817-944-5490 social@mavpca.org
Sunday Drive Chair Tom Martin tours@mavpca.org
Tech Sessions Chair Ed Mullenix 972-417-0997 techcorner@mavpca.org
Trivia Chair Jerry DeFeo 972-240-5800 trivia@mavpca.org
Volunteers Chair Jim Gallegos 214-697-0792 volunteers@mavpca.org
Web Site Chair Denny Payne webmaster@ mavpca.org
Upcoming Events • Father’s Day Pic Slipstream Advertising • Sunday Drive Cindy Bliss 469-307-2856 • Rally School ads@mavpca.org
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Last “Minute” Substitution: By Carey Spreen, Interim Minutiae Wrangler
The Board
meeting began
at 7:00 pm. President Jim Falgout noted that nominations for PCA National Awards are due March 1. These are annual awards that PCA presents at the Porsche Parade for Enthusiast of the Year, Family of the Year, and Region of the Year, as well as for Public Service awards. To nominate someone, please contact a board member (page 4). Jim announced that the West Texas Region is hosting their first ever Swap Meet on Saturday, April 23 in Lubbock. PCA members can reserve a 10 x 10-ft space free of charge. Contact Larry at larrycrs46@hotmailcom or 806-7777857 for details. The All British and European Car Day on Sunday, May 1 at Dreyfuss Club Point on White Rock Lake, will have a Porsche class this year. All participants and spectators are asked to bring a pair of new closed-toed shoes to donate. Register online for $20 or $25 at the gate. Jim announced that Cindy Bliss has taken over as Ad Manager. She will be the main point of contact for Slipstream advertisers. Jim reported for absentee Board members. Monthly Social Chair Stephanie Ho said that the February 18 event at Lavendou Restaurant had already received 136 RSVPs. The initial limit was 40 RSVPs, so Stephanie will work with the owner to try to accommodate more. Rally Co-Chair Don Sebert noted that he and George Luxbacher plan an April Gimmick Rally. The PCA Zone 5 Presidents Meeting is to be held in Austin on Saturday, February 20. Treasurer Richard Solomon suggested that the region pay Jim’s travel expenses to attend that meeting. Joe McGlohen so moved, Chris Tabor seconded, and the motion passed. Content Editor Carey Spreen (filling in for Secretary Wendy Shoffit) reported for absentee Managing Editor Jim Hirsch. Jim had asked Carey to respond to any time-sensitive email while Jim is out of the country. Jim expects to get the March issue to our proofreaders on time. 6 March
February Board Meeting
Time Trial Chair Travis Howard plans two Time Trial events this year. The first will be in Mineral Wells on Saturday, May 21. Prior track experience is not required to enter this one. The second will be on the MotorSport Ranch 1.3-mile course on Sunday, October 2. Prior track experience is required, as no instructors will be available. Travis will also be performing routine maintenance on the Truxster. Treasurer Richard Solomon asked if we could move the contents of our current storage facility in Colleyville to another location, as the facility is increasing their rent. The consensus was that consolidating it is a possibility. Member Bill Middleton, who was actively involved in the rebuilding of the Hope Shelter, advised us that the Shelter often has items stolen, including portable hair dryers. Bill wants to purchase hotel-style hair dryers that mount to the wall with tamper-resistant hardware, but do not require an electrician. The plan is to purchase seven of these hair dryers at a total cost of $360.93. Joe McGlohen made a motion to fund this purchase, Cindy Bliss seconded, and the motion passed. The Hope Shelter will have a clean-up date in April. Sunday Drive Chair Tom Martin told us that all Drives for this year are “in the can” and ready to go. This year he wants to focus on the destinations and do recaps of the Drives afterwards. Concours Chair Andy Kay is writing an article for Slipstream that describes how Concours events work. Our annual May at Mayo’s dinner and People’s Choice Concours will be Saturday, April 30 this year, due to conflicting events in early May. The annual Autos in the Park Concours at the Cooper Aerobics Center, will be Sunday, June 5. Andy relayed that Lone Star Region Concours Chair Tom Roy held an event using online preregistration, allowing them to order the exact number of T-Shirts and awards needed. Andy would like to do this for the Porsche classes at Autos in the Park, and is working on classifications. His goal is to re-
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introduce timed judging to our region, in which judges examine the cars under a time limit. He will ask for assistance with on-line registration from Wendy Shoffit. Lastly, he noted that there are lots of Mavericks that attend local Cars & Coffee but no other events. We’ll be working on ideas to improve that situation. Safety Chair Joe McGlohen handed out safety and insurance guidelines to all Chairs who put on moving car events. He is searching for a successor by the end of 2016. Autocross Chair Mark Schnoerr noted that, since our events are actually hosted by Equipe Rapide, their insurance covers those events, and PCA insurance is not required. Joe will confirm with PCA National. Treasurer Richard Solomon reported that the club has over $159,000. He reminded us that a Charity Committee will be formed before the March meeting. Each charitable organization that the Committee approves should update the Committee and Board on their status annually, avoiding donation of funds to any organizations that are not communicating their status. He reminded us to use the online Check Request form, and to report use of club debit cards within 72 hours. He also forwarded a press release about region member Nick Boulle, who took second place in the Prototype Challenge race at the Rolex 24. Drivers’ Education Chair Chris Tabor announced that the first DE of the season, on February 27-28 on the MotorSport Ranch 3.1-mile course, has 75 entries to date. He expects a sellout in green and blue groups. Coach training, which vets potential driving coaches to confirm that they will attend a majority of our DEs, has filled up. Chris wants to extend discounts to new members via email to increase awareness of the program. He wants to put on one or more nighttime DEs this year. Our new Goodie Store Co-Chair, Chris Flaugh, will partner with Jim Hirsch to run our online Store. Chris joined PCA last year.
Social Chair Assistant Phyllis Gallegos reported a successful All Member Party, with 280 attendees and 150 Porsches. Tracy Robertson and Phyllis are looking for ways to streamline the event for next year and fix parking issues. Volunteer Chair Jim Gallegos noted that Chris and Cindy are recent new volunteers. He has lots of members asking what they can do to help out. Jim wants brief descriptions of each Chair position to explain what duties the potential volunteers could assume. He wants a way for interested members to volunteer online in advance of certain events. Cindy suggested a Volunteer tab on the mav.pca.org website, and Joe suggested that we ask what the potential volunteers are interested in, so as to match up their interests with the club’s needs. For example, the corner worker position provides a front-row seat to on-track action. Autocross Chair Mark Schnoerr noted that there are three schedule conflicts between autocrosses and DEs this year, but with seven more autocross events available, those conflicts should not hurt either series. Slipstream Content Wrangler Brenda Dranow is on the lookout for potential article contributors. Unfortunately, some fail to give her their contact info, making them difficult to reach. Ad Manager Cindy Bliss is excited about her new position on the Board. Finally, President Jim announced the Mavericks of the Month as Phyllis and Jim Gallegos for both stepping up and becoming involved in club operations. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm.
JANUARY TRIVIA It’s Easy to Play! Play here for fun and education and find the answers below OR Play for prizes on the web at http://mav.pca.org, with the answers and winners to be posted here after each month’s contest has closed. Thanks to Jerry DeFeo for putting this and the Web Trivia together. Congratulations to this month’s winner: TOM MARTIN, getting 4 out of 5 correct. Tom, please contact Kirk at Zim’s to claim your $25 Gift Certificate. Thanks to all for playing!
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Porsche started developing the 718 RSK in the winter of 1956 for the ‘57 race season. It was a continuation of the 550A Spyder with a lighter space frame and stronger brakes. It weighed just _________ lbs. a. 1065 b. 1168 c. 1269 d. 1372 Source: http://goo.gl/MUoY9F
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The original 718 RSK had a 1.5L flat four that developed ________ HP. a. 134 b. 142 c. 152 d. 155 Source: http://goo.gl/MUoY9F
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For 1959 Porsche upgraded the RSK with a lightweight transaxle and a 1.7L flat four that produced _________ HP. a. 158 b. 166 c. 170 d. 175 Source: http://goo.gl/MUoY9F
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For 2016, the 718 Boxster variant has a target weight of about ________ lbs, compared to the Boxster at close to 2900 lbs. a. 2500 b. 2550 c. 2600 d. 2700 Source: http://carsintrend.com/2016-porsche-718-release-date-and-price/
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It will be powered by a turbocharged flat four based on the 911 engine. There will be a 2.0L developing 250 HP, and a 2.5L that develops _______ HP. a. 335 b. 350 c. 365 d. 390 Source: http://carsintrend.com/2016-porsche-718-release-date-and-price/
Answers: 1) b 2) b 3) c 4) c 5) c
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Welcome Our New Mavericks! By John Hamilton, Region Membership Chair
If you have any changes that you would like to make to the MRPCA membership guide, contact John Hamilton at membership@mavpca.org
John Allen Frisco 1994 911 Speedster
Dave Brigman North Richland Hills 2016 Macan S
Curt King Rockwall 1987 944
Andre Batky Dallas 2004 911 Turbo Cabriolet
Gregg Brunk Hurst 2011 911 Carrera S
Mario Marquez Dallas 2010 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Jeff Benken Highland Village 2015 Macan S
Mark Carroll Cedar Hill 2010 911 Carrera
Christian Miller Dallas 2016 911 Carrera
Nadine Bielling Dallas 2004 Boxster
Lawrence J Cohen Hudson Oaks 1969 911S
Scott Peacock Dallas 2001 911 Carrera
Kanishk Borra The Colony 2014 Cayman S
Allyson Cunningham Frisco 1978 911 Turbo
Simon Rex-Lear Arlington 2008 Cayman S
John Boucher Fort Worth 2014 Cayman S
Dan Hagenseker Flower Mound 2003 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Joyce Rositas North Richland Hills 2006 Cayman S
Bruce Boyle Richardson 2004 Boxster
Jeff Kempf Garland 2016 Macan S
Mark Spencer Dallas 2013 Boxster S
Maverick Membership Totals Members ~ 1,641 Affiliate Members ~ 890
Total Membership ~ 2,531
Alwyn Villanueva The Colony 1989 944 Turbo Stephen Wells Flint 2016 Cayman GT4 Transfers In Gregg Brunk Hurst Transfer From: ARK LA TEX 2011 911 Carrera S
Say hello to your fellow Porsche drivers!
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30 Years William Sutton (Diane)
Richardson
25 Years Edward Glover (Bonnie)
Lucas
20 Years Larry Brownell (Marcella) Richard Johnson
Garland Allen
15 Years Robert Jones (Janet) Gerry Krupp (Nathan) Clay Perrine (Betty) Robert Turner (Kimberly)
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5 Years Scott Cepak Fort Worth Rick Evans (Jane) Fort Worth Jay Martin (Karla) Irving David Nelson (Carolyn Knapp-Nelson) Evergreen, CO Christian Newsom Keller David Robertson (Tracy) Colleyville
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Five Speed Chatter: By Ash Seidl-Staley
Have you ever stopped
This One Is Deep
and wondered: Why am I a PCA member? Once you rule out the obvious answers like: “We’re awesome!”, “Because we love Porsches!”, and “I have a need for speed!”, what are you left with? For many of us, the reasons for our membership are rooted in family, while others enjoy the feeling they get creating long lasting relationships with like-minded Porsche fanatics. Maverick Region’s own Bambina family has, and will always, graciously remind us of the existence of this cohesive Porsche family unit. “It’s not just the cars, it’s the people!” We all know this quote, and for many it has become the club motto, but for most it has become a creed we have all come to live by. I absolutely love this quote because it speaks volumes, not just of our congenial dispositions, but also to our passion for camaraderie. However, you are probably members because of the Porsche automobile itself. The exotic styles, voluptuous curves, roaring engines, and intricate handling experiences have attracted many people since the 1960s. A person’s first Porsche, at least to the other PCA members, is a monumental point in his or her life. I do not
mean to use the term “monumental” to place it on the scale of getting married, having children, and or graduating from college, though for some this is true. I simply mean there is an overwhelming sense of accomplishment, pride, and exuberance that washes over a person purchasing a Porsche. And then that person drives it! My reason for being a member of the PCA falls into the family category, but could be argued to draw from the others. I grew up in a PCA family. My Papa, my mother’s father, lived, breathed, and bled Porsche. I was lucky to have Porsche models, R.C. cars, and posters as a kid, but like all children my attention span could not be held on one thing, so I ended up trying everything. The memories I have of my Papa revolve around the Porsche crest; it Papa and grandson: heart and soul
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has just taken me years to figure this truth out. Nearly every picture I have of him, either with me in frame or not, the Porsche brand is represented. The Delbert Milleson Jr. with his 2.4 liter 1972 cars, books, 911 T.V (euro spec) sporting a custom K3 apparel, and Kevlar 935 body kit stickers fill our family photo albums. Even though I was young, one of my deepest regrets in life is not walking out to the garage and asking my Papa anything about what he was doing on his Porsches. After my Papa’s passing, my curiosity had built up to capacity, forcing me to set out and find the reasons why he loved Porsches so much. Once I finally got my hands on one, a rambunctious little ‘87 944, well you can probably guess the rest! It is because of my Papa that I am a member of the PCA. What’s your reason? Contemplate, and as always . . . Wrench on Mavs!
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All Member Party:
It’s Not Just the Cars, It’s the People
Photos courtesy of the Members as Noted
The yearly All Members Party (AMP)
on January 23 was an unqualified success judging by the turnout alone. A special thank you to the AMP Co-chairs – Tracy Robertson and Phyllis Gallegos – who did a magnificent job of putting all of these pieces together for our new and current members to enjoy. In addition, thank you to all of the Board Event Chairs who shared information about our club activities with the attendees. And, of course, thank you to all of our new and current members who joined in a fun-filled afternoon. Beyond great food and libations, the conversations heard throughout our time together were those of new and old friends sharing good times together. With 160+ Porsches in the parking lot ferrying over 250 members to the event, we certainly made the Hackberry Country Club the place to be that afternoon.
One partygoer, Bill Young, was attending his first AMP even though he has been a Maverick Region member since 2008. In addition to serving as a parking lot volunteer and getting to see all of the Porsches as they arrived, Bill shared the following comment: “What was so interesting to me was all the members had the same reason for being at the Party, and that was to have these great cars called Porsches brought into one location. In addition to being able to see friends and learn about all the upcoming events, I got to see what I had been missing all these years.” So, the PCA motto – “It’s not just the cars, it’s the people” was evident to all who attended the 2016 AMP. Consider this to be your early invitation to attend the 2017 even next January. Enjoy these photos from the event.
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Autocross Q&A:
Asked and Answered at the All Member Party
By Mark Schnoerr, Region Autocross Chair
Editor’s Note: At the All Member Party in Janu-
ary, each event chair described their events. These are the questions that came up about the very fun, safe, and affordable sport of autocrossing. Q: Where can I find this year’s schedule, rules, and classes? A: Log on to mav.pca.org, click Events, then select Autocross/Time Trial. There you’ll find the 2016 schedule, and under the ER Classification link is a description of Porsche autocross classifications. Q: How do I register on line? A: You can go to the ER website, autocross.com, and follow the links to set up an account. They have kindly extended their member price to PCA members. You pay $35 per event, or you may preregister for all ten in advance for $245. Q: Can I register on site? A: Yes. Plan to be on site by 8 am. Q: How long is a day at an autocross? A: Normally 8 am to about 4 pm. There are no formal lunch breaks, so you may want to bring lunch with you. Water is provided, but you may want to bring your own, and in the warmer months, be sure to bring a hat and sunscreen! Q: Are all events on Sundays? A: Yes, PCA / ER autocross events are on Sundays, except for the Autocross School on Saturday, March 19. Q: Do I need to have my car pre-teched? A: No. Tech inspection is done on-site before timed runs begin. Your car will need to have numbers and your car class designation displayed to pass tech. Q: Do I need a helmet? A: Yes, but there are also loaner helmets available at the event if you don’t have your own.
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Q: Can I autocross my Panamera, Cayenne, or Macan? A: Yes. If it’s a Porsche, there is a PCA class for it! Q: Can I autocross my non-Porsche? A: Yes. Equipe Rapide has classes for almost any car. Some high-cg (center-of-gravity) vehicles are excluded. Q: Is there an Autocross School? A: Yes, on Saturday, March 19, followed by an autocross on March 20. But sign up early for the school as limited spots fill quickly. Q: Is there a Novice program? A: Yes, at every event. Experienced instructors are available to guide you through the day. Q: Do I have to work at these events? A: Yes. Autocross is normally a work / run activity. You must work a portion of the event in order for your runs to count. However, you learn a lot observing and discussing with others. It is a very social atmosphere. Q: Are the course layouts always different? A: Yes! No two courses are exactly alike. This makes it quite exciting! Q: How many timed runs will I get? A: Normally six, but sometimes more, depending on how many drivers turn out. Q: Is it true that autocross will help me learn car control that will help at DE? A: Absolutely! Q: Are there other autocross clubs in the area? A: Yes. All told, there are about 33 autocross events in North Texas from February to November. Links to the other clubs are on the ER website, autocross.com. Q: Are there trophies, awards and prizes? A: Yes, and they are awarded at each event. There are even performance-indexed cash awards. There is also a year-end awards banquet.
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Intro to Rallying:
Or, Who Wrote These #@*! Directions?
By Don Sebert and George Luxbacher, Region Rally Co-Chairs
Rallying.
The word probably brings to mind buzzing down the road in a convertible, scarf flying in the wind, based on Hollywood concepts like “The Great Race” (1965) or “Cannonball Run” (1981). While we may be somewhat biased (being the Maverick Region Rallymeisters), our rallying is a great chance to combine a love of Porsches, some great scenic driving on rural roads (typically at legal speeds!) and a little bit of an intellectual challenge. Rallying is similar to a card, computer, or board game with roads representing the playing field in motion. Sound interesting? Read on! Basically, while driving on public roads at legal speeds, the team (consisting of a Driver and a Navigator) interpret and execute instructions we provide in accordance with a set of rules (the General Instructions) that define the terms. The Navigator is critical – it is impossible for a Driver to drive, read instructions and make required observations without help – and passengers are permitted, although you may find they don’t improve your score (possibly related to the comfort factor of being folded in the back seat of a 911 on curvy roads for a few hours). While the traditional rally is a TSD (Time-Speed-Distance) event, where the key is to correctly execute the instructions and arrive at fixed checkpoints at the proper time, we instead have what we think is a lot more fun: gimmick rallies. In a gimmick rally, precise timing and speed don’t matter. Instead, as long as you can follow the instructions, the key is the gimmick. Gimmicks we have used include photos that have to be placed in the correct order as observed along the route, and cryptic questions related to signage encountered along 16 March
the route. Granted, the pictures required sharp powers of observation and were of things that could easily be overlooked; the questions required some interpretation of the rallymeisters’ states of mind and the creative answers of the participants challenged the scoring . . . but the goal was fun and we had a lot of that! While the #@*! directions might at first glance seem complicated, definitions are fairly straightforward. While “Right”, “Left” and “ASAP” (As Straight as Possible) are fairly self-explanatory, terms such as “RIP” (“Reads in Part”) or “FLIR” (“Follow the Lined Road,” just like Dorothy and the yellowbrick road) take more thought and observation. While the Rallymeisters are not trying to trick you with the directions, they also expect you to follow the rules; do that, and the drive should be relatively painless! We always have some issues that crop up: in addition to the four or five times we pre-drive the route in preparation, one of us drives the route the morning of the rally to look for changes. Last spring, some of our rally route was flooded up until the evening before, and we had an alternate route on higher roads as a back-up. Our fall rally was redirected by a Farmers Market in Celina that didn’t set up until midmorning as the rally participants arrived! Murphy’s Law at work. In 2015, we held two gimmick rallies, one with photos and one with questions – the question rally was run at Halloween and we invited participants to dress in costume. If you saw the photos in Slipstream, the turnout exceeded our expectations, unleashing witches, vampires, the Blues Brothers, and all sorts of scary (and some cute) creatures on the roads in Collin and Denton Counties, in addition to a group of
beautiful cars; this was our Drive to the Spirits where we finished up at Witherspoon Distillery. By popular demand, we plan to have another costume rally at Halloween this year, Preliminary plans will tie that into graveyard visits, so watch Slipsteam for further details. Our first rally this year will be on Saturday, April 16. While plans are still fluid, be prepared for Easter Eggs (meaning surprises hidden in video games – for us, some form of puzzles)! Then, in addition to our Halloween rally, we are going to try some experiments: possibly a Stick rally, in which you are provided a map that looks like a stick with crosslines representing every intersection; a Hare & Hound, where the correct route and intersections are marked with lime dust at critical points on the road; and maybe even a TSD, which, if we do that, will be an easy introductory event – we promise! If you have done other gimmick rallies, please give us your feedback as to what you would like! Don’t worry if you have not rallied before! We have great fun and, while we issue first, second and third place awards, we also have the traditional and prestigious DLBF award: Dead Last But Finished! In 2015 we had a great turnout for both our rallies and, based on the feedback, everyone had a great time. If you have that competitive spirit but don’t quite want to do DE or Autocross, we have the solution for you!
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When we lived in Kentucky, Dee and I tried our hand at a TSD (Time-Speed-Distance) rally sponsored by the SCCA and the Bluegrass Region of PCA. In a TSD, the key is to correctly execute the somewhat cryptic instructions and, driving at designated speeds and allocating for stops and slowdowns, arrive at fixed checkpoints at exactly the right time, neither too late nor too early. With Dee navigating and me driving, we managed to come in dead last, with our marriage in tatters, beaten even by a couple that included a pregnant woman, and we constantly saw them driving off course for rest room stops. After that experience, Dee drove and I did not give up; rather we reversed roles, finding that Dee was much better at driving consistently and I was better at interpreting the directions (navigating). Low and behold, not only did our marriage stay secure, we significantly improved our TSD results (although we still had a lot of anxiety on rally day!). Since moving to Texas we discovered a different type of rallying that the Maverick Region offered – the gimmick rallies. After running the first, we were hooked and now run the gimmick rallies at the Porsche Parade as well. Less anxiety, a great drive on fabulous roads and lots of fun – who could ask for more?
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A History of Enthusiasm: Linda Bambina By Wendy Shoffit
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If you have ever had the pleasure of meet-
ing Linda Bambina, one of the first things you might notice about her is the way she seems to sparkle. She smiles through her eyes, conveying the joy in her heart. She has an effervescent personality that matches. She has been known by several names in the club since she joined with her husband, Alan, in 1981. First Lady, Madam Secretary, Tigger, Spark Plug, Watch/Worker B*tch, and Slipstream Wrangler, but I’ll get to those. Born and raised in West Texas, she had a fun-loving mother who encouraged her creativity. She used that upbringing and an incessant thirst for creativity to teach for 39 years in the Carrollton/Farmers Branch School District. From Special Education to Gifted and Talented (a different kind of Special Ed) to Texas History and finally the library, she used her amazing creative talents to engage her students and keep them wanting to learn. She herself never quit learning, completing TWO Masters Degrees and multiple certifications during her tenure. Although she was busy with her career, she found a way to make time for the Porsche Club. Within a year of joining, she was asked to be the Advertising Chair by Region President Joan Gibbs, which she did for several years before becoming the Autocross Watch B*tch. While you might find that insulting, she never did! Never one to rest on her laurels, she moved on to be the Worker B*tch, helping organize the autocross events. She not only worked the events, but she was an active participant, driving the wheels off of Alan’s 911, even though many women weren’t doing that at the time. Don’t ask her HOW she got the fast times she did. She couldn’t tell you -- for her it was just a feeling. Talk about seat-of-the-pants racing! She has plenty of trophies to prove that her method worked! Over the years, she continued to serve the local region (Secretary 1985, First Lady 1986-87, and co-VP with Alan in 1991-92), she also found a love of the Porsche Parade and wanted to help out there. Her first Parade was in 1983, and just four short years later she served as Registrar for the 1987 Parade, held in D/FW. It was the first time that computers were really used for that event. Have her tell you stories about her computer tutor, Charlie Davis sometime! Mike Robbins, Linda, and Peter Porsche at the Salt Lake City Parade
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Back then local regions even had to “bid” for the chance to host a Parade. Linda again used her creative background and love of photography to help Charlie and Teri create fabulous presentations until D/FW won the bid. That was no small feat, mind you -- they were pitching a Parade headquartered at DFW Airport! Her love of Parades continued through the years when she was Art Show Chair at the 1997 San Antonio Parade (finally involving the kids at Parade) and in 2004 in Fort Worth as the “Entertainment” Chair. Her enthusiasm and love of costuming has showed up many times, dressing like Dolly Parton, Dale Evans, Miss Piggy, and for her beloved “Costume Concours.” All this to make sure everyone is having a good time. She Linda as Miss Piggy ropes in those around her to have fun with her. Hans-Peter Porsche can tell some tales of his Linda encounters: dressing as Roy Rogers and, believe it or not, going to Wet ‘N Wild and sliding down the infamous waterslide named Der Stuka. I think Linda can convince just about anyone to do just about anything. Just ask Alan! Over the years she has helped put on many RoundUp and getaway weekends, and more for fun. While she was co-VP, she was the “Spark Plug” social chair, arranging monthly dinners complete with programs that members would be interested in. But that’s not all she’s been involved with! She has a heart of pure gold. Although she took a severalyear hiatus from volunteerLinda and her Porsche ing for everything to focus “vest” made from an upside a little more on her own down pair of blue jeans studies and work, in 2010 President Mike Brodigan implored her for help with the Hope Shelter. The region was in the middle of helping build them a new facility, which needed her special talents. Not only did we finally build a new house, a few years later they needed a safe backyard playground for the kids. Enter
Linda along with Clara Lewis in tandem with the Hope Rock
Linda once again, who spent countless hours planning, preparing, and prodding others to help out. Through her organizing, the project was completed with all money
coming from individual donors. few years, she has focused her enerHer boundless energy earned her gies on helping with Slipstream as the name “Tigger” from Mike. a PR chair and Content Wrangler. But wait . . . there’s more! A She has written numerous articles newly energized and retired Linda about garages, our people, and our was ready to help again with the advertisers to make everyone feel club. After the Hope Shelter projincluded. I’m sure you have enects were completed, it was time joyed her pieces. for our Region’s 50th Anniversary! Through her many years of serShe had a huge part to vice to the club, Linda play in the festivities, has earned our region’s most substantially with highest honor, the Selthe “Family Portrait.” cer Award, twice! She The goal was to have probably should have each year of the Maverearned it more than ick Region’s existence that, but I don’t know represented, not just of anyone who can with any random car, catch up to her to give but cars belonging to her another one! people who have conThank you, Linda, for tributed to the success your continued help to of our region. After make this club great. I hours and hours on look forward to the Linda enjoying herself on the phone and email next time you return arranging it all, Mission the slide in the backyard from a hiatus. Look out of the Hope Shelter Accomplished! The last PCA!
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Wine and Cheese but No Mustard: By Tom Martin, Sunday Drive Chair
Ah, spring.
That time of year when a young man’s fancy turns to the ladies, and a mature man’s fancy turns to . . . getting the Porsche out of hibernation and back on the road for the driving season! And with spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about where and when to purge the winter cobwebs from your Porsche. Consider the inaugural event of the 2016 Sunday Drive Program: “Would You Have Any Grey Poupon?” – The Mitas Hill Vineyard Tour. The Drive will be held later this month on Sunday, March 20. The starting point is the parking lot of Fry’s Electronics, located at 700 East Plano Parkway in Plano. Start time is 1:00 pm, so plan to get there a little early to sign up and attend the Drivers’ Briefing. The route is a breezy 62.1-mile jaunt (exactly 100 km, in keeping with the Continental theme). Once out of the confines of the urban sprawl, the route reverts to the solitude of obscure roads that lead to bucolic places like the Mitas Hill Vineyard. Upon arrival at the Vineyard, Mavericks can elect to take a tour of the vineyard, conducted on a farm wagon
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with bench seats, pulled by the grounds’ tractor. Vineyard tours take about 1.5 hours. Another option is to indulge in a wine tasting, where a flight of four wines can be enjoyed. One could even go “full wine and cheese” with the house’s “Little Slice of Heaven,” a food and wine pairing flight. The Vineyard also houses a full restaurant for fine dining. The menu includes exotic Wagyu beef steaks, as well as gourmet Neapolitan pizzas wood fired in a brick oven. Of course, attendees are not required to participate in any of the destination’s offerings, so if one desires, one may head straight home after the Drive, following their own route. If you plan on attending the Drive, it is imperative that you RSVP before the Drive. Just shoot an e-mail to tours@mavpca.org with a simple “I will be attending (by myself, with my wife, with a friend, etc.)” and you’re in. When you RSVP, it gives us an accurate account to supply to the proprietor of the destination. Additionally, three days before the Drive, you will receive an e-mail with the following attachments: a Garmin .gdb file of the route, a route overview, and turn-by-turn instructions. Hope to see you and your Porsche out there!
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ROLEX 24 at Daytona: Courtesy of de Boulle Motorsports
Nick Boulle’s debut at
the 54th Annual ROLEX 24 Hours of Daytona resulted in a secondplace finish in the Prototype Challenge (PC) Class. Nick Boulle, the 26-year-old son of Denis and Karen Boulle — of de Boulle, an independent jewelry salon in Dallas and now Houston— was the first retail
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jeweler which carries Rolex to compete in the demanding 24-hour sports car race. The race requires four-driver teams. Rounding out the team was returning PR1 driver Tom KimberSmith, Robert Alon and Jose Gutierrez. The team raced in the Le Mans Prototype Challenge car. The car featured an open-cockpit and technology such as a carbon fiber chassis, carbon brakes and sequential gearbox. Weighing in at 1990 pounds, the PC car reached top speeds of around 190 mph during the 24-hour event. The race consisted of 24 hours of straight racing waged on the legendary Daytona International Speedway. It’s the first major auto race of the year, and it brings out some of sport’s biggest names. The team completed 698 laps and 25 pits around the 3.56 mile circuit. Each driver spent about six hours crammed into the car whizzing around the track. Boulle was also the PC class leader during the exciting race. “Half
way through the race (12 hours) we were still first, but we had mechanical issues and lost 12 laps so we ended up in fourth during the night,” said Boulle. The team moved back into second place. If not for a faulty $14 part, the team likely would have won. Boulle, who had stepped away from racing for a few years to pursue social media business and cycling ventures, never missed a beat when it was time for him to take over driver duties at the Rolex 24. With his dad’s love for cars, Nick was drawn to motorsports and began racing go-karts at age 12. By the time he was 20 years old studying at Southern Methodist University, Boulle had produced top results in national events and was racing as a Volkswagen Junior Driver in addition to coaching drivers in karts and racecars. “I have always loved motorsports,” he says, “and racing in the Rolex 24 has turned a dream into reality.” Nick and his father Denis are long time Maverick members.
Concours d’Elegance: By Andy Kay, Region Concours Chair
Literally, “Competition of Elegance”
A Concours d’Elegance is an assembly of
automobiles in competition, based on their relative merits in coachwork, design, finish, and appointments. In other words: how good do they look? There are several different formats. “Show and Shine” or “People’s Choice” events are judged by the spectators and other competitors. There are no formal judges, score sheets, or stopwatches involved. The spectators and competitors vote for their favorite entries, and whichever cars earn the most votes win. “Top Only” or “Street” events employ judges to evaluate the condition of the cars, but they are not restricted to a time limit. They judge only the “top” of the cars, in other words, only the portions of the car that you can see from above, which includes mainly the condition of the bodywork, wheels and tires, and the interior. “Touring” category is a judged and timed event in which each car begins with a perfect score of 180 points, with points being deducted for imperfections and flaws. Judged areas include storage areas in addition to those judged in “Street.” “Full” Concours competition is the highest category, and the most serious; competitors can spend months preparing their cars, and often trailer them to the event. Judging is allowed for all areas of the car, including engine compartments, undercarriages, and wheel wells, in addition to the aforementioned areas. The Porsche Parade Concours includes Street, Touring, and Full categories. In Maverick events, cars are judged in eleven distinct classes: Class 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
We need your help! If you are interested in judging, registration, or timekeeping, please let us know at concours@mavpca.org. We look forward to seeing you at the next event!
2015 Autos in the Park
2016 Maverick Region Concours Schedule Date April 30 June 5
Venue May at Mayo’s Autos in the Park
Format People’s Choice Touring
Porsche Models All 356 All 914/4 and 914/6 1965-1973 911 and 912 1974-1989 911 and 912 1989-1998 911 (964/993) 1999-2012 911 (996/997) 2012-on 911 (991) 1977-1995 924/944/968/928 1997-2012 Boxster/Cayman (986/987) 2013-on Boxster/Cayman (981) 2003-on Cayenne, Panamera, Macan
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Maverick Monthly Social: By Brenda Dranow, Region Wrangler
Every month, club
members get a chance to get together and enjoy each other’s company, talk about Porsches and meet new people with the same passion - Porsches. These Monthly Socials happen every third Thursday of the month with the first one this year on February 18th at the French restaurant Lavendou in Dallas to celebrate a club event around Valentine’s Day. Normally, the hours for the Monthly Social start at 6:00pm and are slated to end around 9:00pm. Most of the time, everyone is having such a good time, they stay longer and the end time is at your own discretion. You get to meet up with new friends you’ve made from the last event, and then meet newly joined members. You never find anyone not having a good time. The next Monthly Social will be held on Thursday, March 17th at Love & War in Texas near Grapevine Mills mall. Fun was had by all last year with a live band and dancing later in the evening. At this time, the locations for April and beyond are still being determined. Look in your monthly Slipstream for the upcoming month’s social event. Some months you must RSVP because of limited space while on most you can just mark your calendar and show up. The times are just
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Don’t Miss the Fun Each Month! a suggestion, so if you can’t make dinner, then come at anytime and enjoy the company and a few cocktails. These Monthly Socials are informal with no seating assignment allowing you to mix and mingle throughout the evening. Greg and I joined the Maverick Porsche Club in October, 2014. We didn’t know what to expect at our first Monthly Social event, but the minute we arrived Stephanie made us feel welcomed and introduced us to everyone. We all know how it is to walk into a sea of people not knowing anyone and making that first introduction can be hard, but Stephanie and the other members won’t give you a chance to feel any other way but welcomed. You will definitely leave with a smile and glad you came to the event. Greg and I have made some great friends from the club, and some of them we have met at these Social Events (others at monthly drives, etc.). As for the other perks of coming to a Monthly Social, you get to see a parking lot filled with every type of Porsche you can imagine. So, for many of the reasons you joined the club, you will find several of them in one evening at a Monthly Social. Hope to see you there!
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The year was 1992. Recently remarried in the spring, my wife Jan and I were starting a new life together, literally from scratch, in North Texas. After a day of job interviews, I stopped by the now defunct Steak & Ale restaurant in Plano for a quick 5 o’clock gin and tonic. The young bartender who served me was very enthusiastic about an article he had just read in one of the mainstream auto enthusiast magazines. He inched the magazine towards me, which was opened to a picture of an incredibly sensual looking twoseater sports car. It almost appeared like silvery molten metal was poured over its spartan frame. The rumor mill was rife with stories of a brand new Porsche, one that was a complete departure from the venerable 911. This was that car: the Porsche Boxster. I gazed longingly at the artist’s sketch of the proposed Porsche Boxster concept car. It was a deliberate throwback to the revered Porsche 550 Spyder of yore, with a targeted MSRP of $29,995. It may as well have been all the money in the world at the time; at this point in our lives there was no way we would be able to justify buying it, let alone affording it. The image of the Boxster became but a fading image in the back of my mind. The Boxster was a huge success right at the onset. Initial production allocations sold out quickly. Stuttgart couldn’t handle the demand, so Porsche farmed the project out to the Valmet Automotive facility in Uusikaupunki, Finland. Sharing a basic platform with the next generation 911 (996), the Boxster essentially saved Porsche from financial ruin. In the ensuing years, I enjoyed long-term relationships with three Nissan 240SX sport coupes, in both S13 and S14 configuration. They were all wonderful, pure kinesthetic driving machines. And ultra-reliable, too. Occasionally I would spot a Boxster on the road, and my mind would drift back to the artist’s sketch of the concept car. On my daily commute home, when traffic on 635 was backed up (usually on days ending in the letter “y”), I would take Northaven Road travelling east. For a short time there was a pristine Arctic Silver Boxster parked outside a semi-affluent residence with a “For Sale” sign on it. Another time, I came upon the 2008 orange Special Edition model on the highway and gave the driver a huge “thumbs up”. The fading image of the Boxster concept car catapulted to the forefront of my mind when my retirement loomed on the horizon. I was
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rounding third and heading for home. Being empty nesters, owning a lithe two seater was too hard to resist. At least that’s what I told my wife. In actuality, I had owned sports cars most of my life, and was now itching to get back into that lifestyle. From previous racing experience, I knew that a midengine layout provided the best setup for optimum handling. Ultimate speed was not important. A lightweight, small-displacement, mid-engine sports car would prove to be most nimble for real world driving, especially the occasional blast on winding backroads. There was a tiny handful of modern day cars to choose from: the Boxster, the MR2, and the exotics. The exotics were out, so it was down to the Boxster and the MR2. I drove multiple examples of each. The MR2 was light, extremely nimble, yet woefully underpowered. It reminded me of my old 914. It also had a storage compartment that would barely accommodate a ruddy English schoolboy’s lunch kit. The Boxster, while a bit heavier, was more refined, but not to the point where the kinesthetics were lost on the driver. It also had two, count ‘em two, trunks. Weekend travel bliss. I opted for the Boxster, more so for practicality than loyalty to the marque. I allowed myself a full year to find a suitable example that my wife and I would both appreciate. Five months later, after kissing a lot of toads, we came upon a beautiful Arena Red example, quite by chance. I just happened to be checking Craigslist when the owner’s ad posted. I called immediately and made an appointment to view the car. The owner had basically zeroed out the drivetrain, with a new water pump, AOS, serpentine belt, and coolant expansion tank. The dreaded IMS issue was addressed with a new IMS bearing. All fluids were recently refreshed, including the gearbox oil. Records substantiating all maintenance were provided. After a test drive with my wife Jan, she was pleading with me to buy the car. So I did, right then and there. We came back the next day with cash in hand and completed the transaction. Shortly afterwards, we joined the PCA and were enlisted in the Maverick Region. It’s hard to believe that after almost 40 years of Porsche ownership, we finally joined the PCA. The experience since then has been priceless; we have participated in and enjoyed many great events, and we especially appreciate the friendship of some truly delightful and interesting people.
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For Sale: 1995 911 Carerra Cabriolet (993 Model). Unique Guards red, tan top, champagne interior, 6 speed manual. Garaged TX car since new. Second owner. VIN WP0CA299XSS341792. Original window sticker, records, car cover, Porsche battery tender and wind deflector included. Original paint in excellent condition. Driver and passenger power seats and windows. Well maintained, 28,000 true miles. Never tracked, wrecked, or smoked in. All tools, spare, compressor, and manuals. Leather, 17” wheels with crests, premium sound, remote CD changer. Has shown competitively in full Parade Concours. $58,500. Contact Hiram Saunders, at hiram1@verizon.net. (03) For Sale: 2005 Porsche 997S. Rare Yellow Exterior with Black Interior. One owner, 36k miles, no accident history, well maintained with no track history. Sport chrono, 6-speed, sunroof. All items work except Bose Amp. Need garage space for new 991. Asking 35k. Contact Steve Nguyen at huyccpm@yahoo.com or 972-740-4380. (02) For Sale: 1981 911 Euro SC race car. Has track records at Hallett and Eagles Canyon. 2 sets of 15” Buckley Wheels, Buckley race headers. Recent transmission overhaul/major tune up. No wrecks or rust. Lives at MSR Cresson. $30,500 or best offer. Contact Myron Krupp 682-888-3804 or gt3krupp@ att.net (02) For Sale: 2015 Porsche GT3. White, black Alcantara leather, red stitching. Porsche warranty. Garaged, excellent condition. NEVER TRACKED. Shield on hood, front and rear fenders. Bumper mounted Escort laser radar. Mileage 3255. $162,490. Transaction processed through local Porsche dealer “in and out” for sales tax, no additional cost to TX buyer. Contact Reginald Stewart at 972-733-3304 or rbstewarthouse@gmail.com (02)
For Sale: 1986 944. White/burgundy all original, unrestored, telephone dial wheels. Updated clutch, belts, water pump, radiator and brakes. Second owner and have all documents. Needs some work. 114,000 miles. $5000 OBO. Contact Taylor Rice at 817-6887161 or trice366@aol.com (02) For Sale: 2014 Porsche 911 Targa 4S, Guards Red, PDK, Sport Chrono, PSE, 23K miles, XPEL clear bra (full hood/fenders). CPO warranty to 6/23/2020. 105K Firm. Contact Derek Stutsman at derek@ stutsmansoft.com (01) For Sale: 1973T Porsche 911 Race Car. Green, built to RS Specs. 2.7 liter aluminum case, 233 hp and 199 ft /lbs at rear wheels. 8 hours on engine by Jim Buckley. 40 IDA Webers, 915 gearbox. Buckley suspension. 930 Brakes. FuelSafe fuel cell. Full welded roll cage. Fire system. Removable passengers seat for DE’s. Two sets Fuchs wheels. PCA and Vintage Logbooks. $38,000. Contact Lee Wilkins (972) 503-8825 or lwilkins44@yahoo.com (01)
28mm exhaust valves, dual valve springs, 911 clutch and pressure plate, lightened balanced flywheel and crank, 911 starter, Perma Tune CD ignition, headers (no heater), additional remote oil cooler in front with electric fan assist and thermostat. Motor assembled by Mayo. Issues: motor must be turned off via kill switch, minor tears in upholstery, small oil leaks, some flaws in body and paint. $15,000. Contact Kim Lackey 817845-8993 or kimlackey@julianco.net (01)
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For Sale: 1971 Porsche 914. Orange/black with black interior. 2.5L highly modified engine. 916 front and rear bumpers, orange and black exterior with pinstripes, black interior, 4 fiberglass flared fenders, fiberglass rocker panels, solenoid trunk release, gas spring lifts on rear trunk, rear spoiler, 3rd brake light, euro tail lights, racing driver’s seat, both seats are adjustable, harness bar, 5 point harness and standard seat belt /shoulder harness with retractors. 911 front suspension with 5 bolt wheels, drilled rotors, 944 brakes, 23mm sway bar, 180 lb rear springs, 5 bolt, genuine Fuchs 7” front and 8” rear wheels painted to match the car, new Kuhmo Ecsta 205/225-15 street tires, body stiffening kit, 13” steering wheel, side shift transmission. 2.5L 4 cyl., 105mm bore with stock stroke, new dual Weber IDF 44 carbs, Web Cam, ported and polished ss valves, 38mm intake,
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Around the Bend... By Jim Hirsch, Managing Editor
“A Porsche is not an Everyday Sports Car.
It is a Sports Car for Everyday.” This truism greeted every visitor to the “Porsche Zentrum” located above the front straight at Laguna Seca during Rennsport Reunion V. It reminds me, as it should remind you, that the true joy of owning a Porsche vehicle happens when you drive it as often as possible. There is nothing more exciting to a Maverick member than seeing a Porsche on the road to anywhere - the grocery store, coffee shop, one of our many toll roads, or even to a club event. These engineering marvels from Germany were designed to be “driven hard and put away wet”, as the saying goes. I certainly understand the time we all put into keeping our club rides clean and polished to a magnificent lustre means we don’t want to repeat the effort. Remember that dust, dirt, the occasional piece of gravel, and even a rain drop or two, were all anticipated by the Porsche engineers as they designed and built these amazing machines. You’re actually creating the future patina of your vehicle each time you drive it! So, the next time you decide to keep your Porsche in the garage because it’s too clean to drive, remind yourself that it is a sports car for everyday and needs regular exercise rain or shine. The smile on your face that you get while driving it will more than replace any additional time needed to clean your vehicle when you return.
I’m pleased to welcome two new members to our club Board this month. Cindy Bliss has agreed to be our Advertising Chair. She will be responsible for communicating with our advertisers in Slipstream and making certain that everyone benefits from their sponsorship. If you have any questions regarding our advertising program, you can contact Cindy at ads@mavpca.org. By the way, I hope you mention that you saw their ads in Slipstream each time you visit or contact one of our advertisers. In addition, Chris Flaugh has volunteered to be our Goodie Store Chair. A great way to show your Maverick pride is to wear items specifically designed with our club logo. Check out the offerings via the Goodie Store link on our web site. If you find an item in the PCA web store that you would like to be in our own store, contact Chris at goodiestore@mavpca.org. Also, if you need a club name badge, you can contact Chris at nametags@ mavpca.org and he will assist you in that order. Finally, in our newest Slipstream initiative - Mav Photos of the Month - the focus for this month was wheels. Thanks to our members for submitting these great photos shown below. For the April issue, our focus is interior/ upholstery, so send your photo submissions to editor@mavpca.org or post them on our Maverick Region Porsche Club of America Facebook group page by March 10.
Maverick Photos of the Month
Nick Johnson Bob Molyneux
Andrew Barber David Cavazos
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