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Volume 39, November 2001, Issue 11
Departments Zone 5 Presidents ..........................................................1 List of Officers/Board Chairs .......................................4 Prez Says..........................................................................5 Pam’s Page ......................................................................6 Maverick Minutes..........................................................6 New Wheels..................................................................27 Anniversaries................................................................27 Unclassifieds.................................................................28 Advertiser Index...........................................................28
Upcoming Events Calendar of Events..........................................................1 Happy Hour....................................................................2 Board Meeting ................................................................2 Porsche Lunches .............................................................2 Fall Foliage Tour .............................................................3 Founder’s Day Banquet .................................................5 Holiday Party ..................................................................7
Past Event Recaps
Day 2-4 8 10 15 20 27
November - Events Fall Foliage Tour Board Meeting Founder’s Day Banquet Malibu Speedzone Happy Hour Porsche Lunch in Plano Porsche Lunch in Addison
Day 6 8
December - Events Board Meeting Holiday Party
Day 2 15
January 2002 - Events Board Meeting Porsche Lunch
Improving My 2001 Boxster S....................................16 Porsching - Romantic Excursions..............................20 Buffing in Tight Places.................................................22 Hope Happenings ........................................................25
Other
January 2002 - Events Cont. Lone Star Region DE at TWS Rally 101 Porsche Lunch
Day 3? 6 9? 12 16? 17? 23-24 26
February 2002 - Events* New Member Party Board Meeting Swap Meet at GTI Porsche Lunch Autocross 101 Ladies Autocross School DE at MotorSports Ranch Porsche Lunch
*Please note that the events listed for February 2002 are tentative.
Autocross #6 ................................................................8-9 102.595: Time Trial #6 .................................................10 A View From The Corkscrew: Laguna Seca..............12 Driver’s Education at MotorSport Ranch .................14 Happy Hour at Ciudad................................................18
Features and Tech Articles
Day 19-20 26 29
Photography Kevin Hardison, Tinker Edwards, Mark Gluck, Bill Dugan, Bill and Marilyn Stafford, and Wendy Shoffit. Cover Photo Graham Lane’s driving his new Carrera Cup car at Motorsport Ranch. Photo taken by Kevin Hardison.
United We Stand
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2001 Porsche Club Zone 5 Presidents ARK-LA-TEX Bob Kelley (Shirley) h- 318-635-2617 bkelley968@aol.com
COASTAL BEND Peter Kendig (Cindy) h-361-853-5350 peter@carczar.nu
LONE STAR Steve Olsen (Peggy) h- 281-360-2311 stevenholsen@cs.com
CIMARRON John Nanny h- 918-743-6043 jnanny@swbell.net
HILL COUNTRY James Morrison h- 512-388-0100 forwheels@aol.com
LONGHORN Bob Towsley (Joyce) h- 210-494-5467
MARDI GRAS Brad Bradford h- 504-835-7874 MAVERICK James Shoffit (Wendy) h-972-506-7449 james@shoffit.com
OZARK Bud Thurman (Phyllis) h- 501-666-7486 arsailor@aristotle.net
WAR BONNET Walt Kendall (Barbara) h- 405-749-1776 wkendall@mmcable.com
OZARK MOUNTAIN Gregg Welsh (Tracy) h- 501-636-0881 twelsh@nwark.net
WHISKEY BAY James Broussard (Melinda) h- 225-216-9556 jfbroussard@email.com
ZONE 5 REP Jan Mayo (Ed) h- 817-595-4651 jlmayo@celanese.com
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November 15th 6:30 p.m. at
Malibu SpeedZone! 11130 Malibu Drive, Dallas (at I-35E and Walnut Hill) 972-247-7223
SpeedZone features hands-on racing activities with various car types, simulators, a 36-hole miniature golf course, pool tables, video games, and a full-service restaurant and sports bar!
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It’s sure to be a great time so Come Get Happy with us! For more information about Happy Hours contact: Dennis Chamberlain - Dennis@dennischamberlaincpa.com, Tinker Edwards - tinkedwards@mindspring.com or Benjamin Witry - n.a.r.t@worldnet.att.net
Dinner Board Meeting Thursday, Nov. 8th 6:30 pm
PORSCHE LUNCHES At Good Eats Tuesday, November 20th 11:30 AM
To be held at the home of James and Wendy Shoffit 1112 Santa Fe Trail Irving, TX 75063 972-506-7449
Collin Creek Mall in Plano - AND Tuesday, November 27th N
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2001 Maverick Region - Board, Officers & Chairs Maverick Region President James Shoffit W - (972) 506-7449 H - (972) 506-7449
james@shoffit.com 1112 Santa Fe Trail Irving, TX 75063 A member since 1997, James has also been co-editor of Slipstream and the Timing & Scoring chair of AX. He owns a ‘90 911 C4 Cab and a ‘78 911 SC.
Secretary Andy Mears
Treasurer Bob Knight
W - (972) 501-3400 H - (972) 420-9953 the.spreens@gateway.net 709 Reno Street Lewisville, TX 75077
W - (214) 360-9221 H - (940) 321-8683 amears@attglobal.net 1512 Shadow Crest Dr. Corinth, TX 76210
W - (214) 461-1426 H - (214) 349-1108 bknight@lgt-cpa.com 9047 Oakpath Dallas, TX 75243
Carey has been a member since 1979 and Mimi since 1989. Carey has been an active member of four different regions. They own a ‘70 914-6.
Andy has been heavily involved with the mailing and distribution of Slipstream for several years. He now hopes to attend more driving events since he has completed his 911 Coupe project.
Logistics & Support - Chair Joe McGlohen
Communication - Chair Wendy Shoffit
Activities - Chair Teri Davis
W - (817) 706-7678 H - (817) 251-6865 OLCHA@aol.com 711 Manchester Court Southlake, TX 76092
W - (817) 366-1678 H - (817) 861-2792 retread@ix.netcom.com 704 Bowen Court Arlington, TX 76012
H - (972) 506-7449 wendy@shoffit.com 1112 Santa Fe Trail Irving, TX 75063
H - (940) 682-4719 chuxter@rennlist.com P.O. Box 213 Weatherford, TX 76086
Joe has been involved in virtually every type of event that the Maverick Region holds. He currently owns a 912 and a 914 2.0 liter.
Autocross Graham Lane
Safety Joe McGlohen
W - (817) 421-0141 H - (817) 421-0086 ghlane@email.msn.com
W - (817) 366-1678 H - (817) 861-2792 retread@ix.netcom.com
Time Trials Bill Dugan
Tech Inspection Ed Mayo
H - (817) 265-0704 (<9 PM) NYDU@Home.com
A member since 1997, Wendy has recently completed a two year stint as the editor of Slipstream and was the year 2000 recipient of the Selcer Memorial Award. She owns a ‘90 911 C4 Cab and a ‘78 911 SC. Newsletter Editor Pam Abdalla
Teri is a past Slipstream Editor and the current Rally Chair. She has also been a major force behind Round Up and the recent Rally Schools. Goodie Store
H - (972) 208-7725 pa.abdalla@verizon.net
Kay Leibel H - (214) 739-3355 W - (972) 934-7191
Membership
Charity
outftr@aol.com
W - (817) 540-4939 H - (817) 595-4651
Joel Nannis W - (817) 251-7432 H - (972) 722-2735 nannis@airmail.net
Lanean Hughes H - (972) 484-3040 Lhughes@fmstech.com
Drivers Education Keith Olcha
Workers Wendy Shoffit
Mentor Program Tinker Edwards
Tours Nelson Hodges
W - (817) 706-7678 H - (817) 251-6865 OLCHA@aol.com
H - (972) 506-7449 wendy@shoffit.com
W - (972) 447-2723 H - (972) 393-1580 TinkEdwards@mindspring.com
H - (817) 633-8161 nhodges@hbarchs.com
Driving Education - Tech John Sandusky
Timing & Scoring James Shoffit (972) 506-7449 wk (972) 506-7449 hm
Newsletter Printing Fran Ussery
Rallies Teri Davis
H - (940) 682-4719 chuxter@rennlist.com
james@shoffit.com
W - (972) 438-8344 H - (817) 481-8342 fran@usseryp.com
DE Registration Bill Dawson
AX Chief Driving Instructor Ed Mayo
Newsletter Mailing Andy Mears
Raffles & Door Prizes John Cochran
H - (972) 291-8817 (<9 PM) billdawson@worldnet.att.net
H - (817) 595-4651
H - (940) 321-8683 W - (214) 360-9221 amears@attglobal.net
H - (214) 828-4444 W - (214) 324-1771 JohnH@Cochranlaw.com
DE Chief Instructor Bryan Henderson
TT Chief Driving Instructor John Sandusky
Database Andy Mears
Club Photographer Kevin Hardison
W - (817) 858-7526 H - (817) 354-6045 BDHender@home.com
W - (817) 777-0421 john.c.sandusky@lmco.com
H - (940) 321-8683 W - (214) 360-9221 amears@attglobal.net
H - (972) 401-3955 W - (972) 438-8344 kevin@usseryp.com
Club Race - Event Chair Brian Scudder
Hospitality Lanean Hughes
Web Site Mike Oakes
Scrapbook Dorothee Thielisch
H - (972) 247-1720 brian.scudder@xipn.net
H - (972) 484-3040 W - (972) 934-3416 Lhughes@fmstech.com
H - (972) 780-2603 moakes@dellepro.com
H - (972) 392-3195 dthielisch@hotmail.com
Driving Rules Bill Dugan
Swap Meets Vaughan Garrett
Maverick Email List Bob Benson
Past President Charlie Davis
H - (817) 265-0704 (<9 PM) NYDU@Home.com
W - (972) 494-6115 H - (972) 278-6767 vlgssp@gte.net
W - (817) 264-8357 H - (817) 457-8833 bbenson1@airmail.net
H - (940) 682-4719 chuxter@airmail.net
Concours
Tech Sessions John Halla
Slipstream Advertising Graham Lane
Zone 5 Representative Jan Mayo
W- (972) 234-2977 H - (972) 234-6767 hbhalla@cyberramp.net
W - (817) 421-0141 H - (817) 421-0086 ghlane@email.msn.com
W - (972) 443-3916 H - (817) 595-4651 JLMayo@celanese.com
W - (817) 777-0421 john.c.sandusky@lmco.com
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A member since 1986, Bob has previously held the offices of President and Vice President, edited Slipstream, and has won the Selcer Memorial award. He owns a 2000 Boxster S.
Driving Events - Chair Keith Olcha
Keith has been a regular at all driving events and has recently been heavily involved in our Driver’s Education program.
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Vice Presidents Carey and Mimi Spreen
Prez Says by James Shoffit, Maverick Region President As usual, I am waiting not just till the last minute, but well PAST the last minute to write my article. Pam and Wendy have reminded me many times, but we have all been very busy the last few weeks. This past weekend, Maverick Region put on the largest event we have done in quite some time – probably since the Parade back in 1987. It was over a year in the planning, and literally hundreds of people came together and gave it their all to make the 2001 Club Race at Texas Motor Speedway a fabulous success. I am sure there will be articles next month, but since the past weeks have been consumed with nothing else, that seems like an appropriate topic for my article. Wendy was the Worker Coordinator, and it seemed like a daunting task. It wasn’t easy asking people to take off work on Friday so they could volunteer their time at a race track. Getting them to show up would surely be very tough. But the volunteers DID show up. And in droves! There were plenty of workers for all the necessary positions. Many thanks to all those who were able to help us all put on an incredible event! But now as the year winds down,we in Maverick Region find ourselves needing a few more volunteers. Not at a particular event, but to help out the club year-round. There will be several positions opening up over the next few months, and if you have a particular talent that you would like to share with the rest of us, or if there is a position you would be interested in, please let me know. Our events for the year are winding down now, with only Founder’s Day and the Holiday Party (graciously hosted by Lee & Linda Wilkins) standing before us. Next year will hold plenty of opportunity for even more fun events. The planning for these is well underway! But come on out to Founder’s Day and the Holiday Party and join the fun!
Michele DeJong in her Sprite with James Shoffit working grid at the Charity AX. 5
Pam’s Page by Pam Abdalla, Editor It’s hard to believe, but the Holiday Season is upon us already. It seems like just yesterday we were all thinking about the Y2K Bug, and now we’re less than 2 months away from 2002. This year itself has flown by, although time did seem to stop for a moment that fateful day in September. But we are now moving ahead again, and I, for one, am looking forward to some Holiday cheer to take the gloom away. On a similar note, the racing season is over for the year in Maverick-Land, but there still are a few more events to look forward to. One being the Fall Foliage Tour November 2nd through 4th. I know you’ll be getting this issue within minutes of the start of the Tour, but last-minute ‘tourees’ will be welcomed! Check out page 3 for details. The next thing left on the calendar is the Founder’s Day Banquet November 10th. (Just look on page 5 for more details on this one.) The banquet is an extra-special event that everyone in the Club should try to attend. George and I attended our first one
last year; the food was wonderful, the raffle and door prizes were great, and the awards presentation was also a lot of fun. The highlight of my evening was winning the top door prize, a beautifully-framed collage of Porsches, signed by Hans Peter Porsche! Who knows what YOU might win, so please try to attend. If you do come, be sure to tell George how old he looks, as it will be his 33rd that day! (tee-hee). An exciting Happy Hour will follow soon after on November 15th. This one is sure to bring a crowd, as it will be at Malibu SpeedZone! (Page 2 will fill you in). Kudos to Tinker, Dennis and Ben for setting this one up, as it’s sure to be a great time. Finally, the Holiday Party December 8th will top off the year with food, fun, and lots of cheer. (More details can be found on page 7). The Porsche Lunches are also an honorable mention that I couldn’t forget. There’s still a lot left to do, so get on out there and join the group for 2001’s final festivities. I’ll be the first to say, Happy Holidays already!
Maverick Minutes by Andy Mears, Maverick Region Secretary October’s board meeting began almost on time and finished early, the pre-meeting dinner was great and the fresh baked cookies for dessert rounded out a great meeting. Wonder what you’ve been missing by not attending the board meeting? First item on the “need to know” agenda was Brian Scudder’s club race report. As of the board meeting about 80 drivers were signed up for the club race and about 50 drivers had signed up for the drivers education program. Also, there were over 200 people signed up for the dinner Saturday night and that the rented chicane would be arriving on Thursday afternoon. Next, Charlie Davis updated the board on the status of the 914 Ramble scheduled for October 25-28. He reported that everything is ready and that the final coordination between the 914 Ramble and Charity “Run Whatcha Brung” autocross had been worked out to everyone’s liking. He also noted that the proceeds from the AX would be divided between two charities. The next reports were for Rally School and Round-up 2002 given by Teri Davis. The Rally School is planned for a north Fort Worth location in January 2002, and Teri is looking for a new location to host Round-up. So, if you happen to know of a place that can accommodate a big group, not too far away and has a variety of activities, contact Teri. Next, James Shoffit gave the treasurer’s report for Bob Knight, who is out of the country. And Wendy gave reports for several people including one for Ted Glover who is coordinating 6
the Fall Foliage Tour the first weekend of November. A motion was passed by the board not to charge a fee for the Tour. Then she reported on the success of Time Trial #6 which had about 30 people and made about $500 for the club. Lastly, she report that the 2002 scheduling committee will start publishing information about the events that will be happening in the early part of next year. So, remember to watch Slipstream and the web site for upcoming events. The meeting closed, in record time, at 8:20 PM.
Maverick Region PCA Board Meetings are held once a month. The meetings are open to all PCA members and your suggestions and opinions are welcome. And there’s free pizza!
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Autocross #6 - Standridge Stadium by Wendy Shoffit Fifty-five others felt the way that I did. I’m glad we didn’t cancel the event. Not only did it give us a chance to do something we love to do, but gave us the opportunity to vent our frustrations and bond as a group. Course designer, Cody Sears, had briefly considered adding a “bonus” Osama bin Laden cone that would subtract 2 seconds from your time if you hit it. He reconsidered, although I, personally, would’ve loved to have taken a crack at it! The drivers’ meeting had a moment of silence for the victims and heroes. We also took up a donation to send to the Red Cross. $100 might not seem like much, but I’m sure whoever receives it will thank those who gave it.
Wendy & James Shoffit timing cars while Christi Sears looks on. September 16th, a mere 5 days after cowardly terrorists attacked New York, Washington, D.C., and the spirit of every American. In those 5 days, there were discussions about possibly canceling the last autocross of the season. It was finally decided that we would not let the terrorists steal any more of our time than they already had. President Bush has been urging us to go on with our lives. He promised the terrorists would be dealt with. We are now in the throes of just that. So, with our American flag proudly displayed, we opened registration that Sunday morning.
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With competitive spirit in tact, we all tackled the course with abandon. Cody’s design was fun, but a lot of work for those of us sans power steering! My arms ached after my final run and it wasn’t one of my better showings, but it was worth it. Autocrossing is still one of my favorite things to do. Congratulations to Ed and Jan Mayo who, once again, received the top times of day for the men’s and ladies’ classes. You guys worked hard and deserved it! Watch out, though, next year… there are a few drivers hot on your heels! At the end of the day, everyone seemed to be feeling a little bit better than when they first arrived. I guess that’s just what happens when you’re with friends. I know I appreciate all of you who came out and showed your support. It’s not just the cars… it’s the people again and again and again! See you next year!
Cody Sears enjoying the course he designed.
Cyril Reif competing against two Boxster Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Class 7.
Grant Miller continuing his education in the Developing Driver Class.
Happy Hour Co-Chair Tinker Edwards in her 911 Sportamatic. Autocross #6 Results 9/16/01
Eric Erz scrubbing in his tires in the S4 Class.
David Baker finishing a lap in his 911T.
Alan Gartner in Class 6S sharing the track with Bob Weidenfellerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Viper. 9
102.595 by Rick Gauthier This number may be insignificant to most, but to me it represents my first sanctioned and legal attempt at controlling a very fine automobile at high rates of speed and precision control. Whatever the description, it is racing. The above number is my best elapsed time at Time Trial #6. It is by most standards a less than glorious time, but it’s a starting point in learning how to appreciate my new 1973 911E. My wife and I purchased this car after a long and sometimes painful search. She wanted a Targa but I was set on a coupe. We compromised on this car because of its genealogy and sunroof. I am not new to Porsches but I am very new to 911s. The previous Porsche I owned was a 1973 914 1.7, which I still regret selling 20 years ago. I regularly operate vehicles which travel several times faster than the 911, but the air traffic controllers don’t ever ask me to perform a hairpin turn on takeoff or aim at a cone just to slide or steer around it. The weather at the time trial was a bit cool in the morning - what most aviators and sports car enthusiasts consider the start of a perfect day for the respective activities - but by afternoon the sun had warmed things up to short-sleeve weather with just a few fair-weather clouds. In the cool morning, though, my enthusiasm began to build as I looked forward to helping setup the course and equipment for the day’s events. I watched as many PCA members arrived in their various liveries. The field was also sprinkled with other sports cars of European, American and Japanese lineage. Everyone was interested in each other’s cars and as I listened, it seemed there wasn’t the competitive spirit I have been used to seeing around the professional IRL and other race events. I was greeted by several other attendees
and I recognized several from long ago when I had my 914. Others I had met or seen at the last Autocross. The driver’s meeting set the tone for the day. Wendy Shoffit and Bill Dugan went over the rules for a safe operation and right up front stated that unsafe actions will not be tolerated. After the serious part was over, the rest of the briefing consisted of the layout of the course, rules for the drivers and pairing drivers with instructors who desired them. The jovial attitude was great until about the time each contestant entered the track. Then all the stops came out. Friends analyzed each other’s movements through the course. Novices hoped not to be too embarrassed by foolish mistakes. I just wanted a good run in order to learn how my car and I were supposed to behave. John Halla was my instructor to familiarize me with the track and introduce me to my first event. He showed me the basics of keeping the car from leaving the course and somewhat under control. After all, I had owned the car a whole four days. By the way John, “Thanks for taking the time to show me the cones.” My instructor for the actual runs was Charlie Davis. He tried to penetrate my thick skull with important need-to-know information. He was able to impart a lot of his knowledge and experience. Things happened so fast that I’m not sure how much I really remembered. “Thank you Charlie!” The runs were exhilarating and challenging and doing what I was supposed to do wasn’t a problem as long as I had all four left feet and hands out of the way. I learned that you don’t try to turn and brake hard simultaneously at a high rate of speed or you will be going at a high rate of speed facing the wrong way.
Time Trial #6 Results 10/6/01
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During my work period, on turns one and two, I was lucky enough to visit and learn from Cody Sears. We watched as drivers put their cars through the paces and negotiated turns. Watching was as educational and exciting as actually driving the course. Cody pointed out good and not so good negotiations of each turn. There were some spectacular spinouts in turn four and some downright misses on the course. It all seems so easy on the map. “Now do I go right or left of that cone?” By the end of the day I was filled with excitement and satisfaction. Even during the drive home I had a more conscious feeling of driving and felt more aware of my car and driving conditions. I also found that driving a Porsche doesn’t come back as naturally as I had hoped. When I owned my 914, I felt I could handle the car pretty well, but now I’m not sure if that was youthful arrogance or 20 years of memory alteration. A few circuits around the course showed me I had lots to learn and had great instructors to start me on my way. The people I met were of the highest caliber and truly fun to be around. I am looking forward to many more PCA events.
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John Halla
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A View From The Corscrew: Audi Dominates Laguna Seca By Bill and Marilyn Stafford Preface: This race was on the weekend prior to the Attack on America. As we sit down to write this article, there is a sense of loss of innocence that has not been felt since the Vietnam War. We will not beleaguer the events of these frightful days, but we wish to say that we will not be intimidated into avoiding large spectator venues such as the American LeMans Series, nor should you. This is America – you can’t beat us down! Race: As the American LeMans series winds downs for 2001, Audi continued their domination of the series by conquering the first three places on the 29 car-starting grid. The cars were having trouble getting the tires up to temperature during qualifying, so there weren’t any stellar times posted. (For example, an 11-year-old GTP car running in the vintage race would have qualified next to last in LMP). The number 1
Series leading factory Audi grabbed the pole, but the privateer Gulf/Brocade Audi piloted by Stefan Johansson snatched the second position thus splitting the factory effort. The Champion Audi driven by Johnny Herbert and Andy Wallace started on the third row. The ever present “fly in the ointment” Panoz’ cars started 4th and 5th. This fact filled the Audi Team with unbridled enthusiasm that unfortunately extended to the foot-head connection at the first turn where cold tires and the desire to lead the first lap put the first and third qualifier Audi’s out into the dirt at turn 2 leaving the Jan Magnussen Panoz leading the field. The race was the most exciting LMP race we’ve seen in a long time. The rivalries between the Audi Team and the Panoz Team is getting down and dirty as the “cajones” factor emerges. There was as much “rubbing” going on as you will see in a NASCAR race, albeit with less finesse. The action pretty much ended when the Biela Audi sorta tapped the race leading Panoz into the pit entry wall. Magnussen was not amused. Oh, I almost forgot to mention the two Cadillac LMP’s, which are now referred to as “Test Platforms”- anything is better than “Boat Anchors”. They were the source of numerous criticisms during the race on Sunday. Boris Saids’ comment over the track PA regarding the race conduct of the 2 Cadillac LMP drivers and how they received their competition licenses from a vending machine probably did not make the press releases. Well, they shouldn’t have punted him off the track while he was in the middle of a challenge for the lead in his class. The smaller prototype class (LMP675) saw all three cars go out with damage or mechanical failures. However the Dick Barbour Racing crew replaced the rear suspension of their Reynard 01Q/Judd and drivers Didier de Radigues and Milka Duno were able to get back on course and finish the race for first in the class. Milka Duno, former Women’s Global GT racer, qualified the Dick Barbour Racing setting the class qualifying lap
GT 3rd place Suhr/Maassen Alex Job Porsche.
A little “rubbing”. 12
Porsche - BMW battle.
record. Claudia Huertgen had the fastest qualifying time for the Roock-Knight Hawk Racing Lola B22K/40 Nissan. That’s the way to go LADIES!!!! (Extra comment from the Pit Rat.) In the other classes, the really cool Saleen S7R driven by Franz Konrad and Terry Borcheller took their fifth class pole and overshadowed the 2 factory Corvettes for first in the GTS class. The GT Class fight was awesome. BMW Motorsport’s four liter V8’s #42 and 43 started side-by-side on the front row of the GT class and followed by the Luhr/Maassen #23 Alex Job Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The Prototype Technology Group BMWs were in the 4th and 5th positions followed by 5 Porsches including Randy Pobst driving the #22 Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Even though the top 3 cars finished the way they started it was a hard fought battle with a LOT of paint being swapped. The Trans-Am Race was won by rookie Justin Bell (son of Derek) in a very loud Corvette. Brian Simo driving the Qvale Mangusta was second followed by Lou Gigliotti (from Dallas) in a Corvette. Bob Ruman received the hard-charging award. Scott Pruett returned to the Trans Am Series driving a Jaguar XKR. This was his first return to Trans-Am racing since his championship season in 1994.
Pit Rat Notes: -Hawaiian Tropic Girls at all ALMs’ races next year with a preview at the Petit LeMans at Road Atlanta this year. Who needs them? Look for future article by the Pit Rat. -Laguna Seca is under going major changes to make it Formula 1 compliant. Will there be 2 Formula 1 races in the U.S.? -Sears Point date for next year is in jeopardy as the usual date has been given to Washington DC for a “parking lot” race. Securing another date at Sears Point may be difficult because of other scheduling dates for CART and NASCAR. (This may change due to the recent developments in the War on America.) -ALMS will not be returning to Dallas and the Texas Motor Speedway (Empty stands do not look good on TV). -Repeatable quote heard on the track radio during Qualifying after one of the trick V8 BMW’s hand grenaded the motor on the track. “Please return all parts retrieved to the Team, they don’t want them to end up on Ebay”.
They stayed in groups!
The Porsches and BMW’s battle through turn 2.
The “pack” at the start before the “punting” started.
Randy Pobst pursued by the #1 Audi. 13
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Noby Takahashi
Bruce Hecht
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Improving My 2001 Boxster S by Keith Olcha One more item is cleaning the radiators in the front of 996s and Boxsters. You can't believe the crud that gets in there between the coolant and A/C radiators on each side behind the front bumper. I'd say they need to be cleaned every 18 months to 2 years or it will make the car run hotterliterally. There is no other way to accomplish this task other than removing the entire front bumper cover and dismantling the scoops, etc and then separating the two radiators on each side and using compressed air or a moderate water stream. It's a 4-5 hour job, but you can do it yourself. Keith Olcha trying out his upgrades at AX #6. A number of you have asked me to report on what I've done and am doing to my Boxster. We'll I've finally done enough to report some recommendations that will basically fit a 996 also to some degree. I took delivery of my 2001 Boxster S a little over a year ago on August 8th. I waited 8 months for it and ordered it exactly the way I wanted. I am picky with what I call the ergonomics of street and track sporty driving. To me, the steering wheel grip, hand position, pedal layouts and feel, shifter throw, effort and precision are as important as the rest of the car. Once the luster of a new car wore off, I realized I was not happy with much of the above.Not showstoppers,but there were areas of improvement. The steering wheel was the only thing that was perfect as is. For those of you with 4-spoke wheels (even 1999 996's) upgrading to a 3-spoke will make a huge improvement. It even looks better. Next were the pedals. They really needed a little more surface area, and an adjustment of the gas pedal height to allow for optimal heel-and-toe and feel. I chose a set of OMP aluminum pedal covers, and placed a 1/4" plywood shim under the gas pedal to get the right height. There's a little more brake pedal area, and the gas and brake are a little closer together, and with the gas pedal raised up; I'm pleased with transition between brake and gas. This is something everyone can do to customize their driving environment. My wife, Karen, and I share similar tastes and since she actually drives the car more than I we're both happy. The Boxster shifter is harder and more vague than the 996 because the cable is longer due to mid-versus-rear-engine (the transmission is closer to the driver on 996). I've driven a 996 recently for a couple of days and, while easier to shift, the throw could be shorter and more precise. I chose the EVO short-shift kit with needle bearings. While it's still harder to shift a Boxster, the throw is shorter and more precise. The B&M replacement shifter is a better idea if money is no object but it's about $175 more than the EVO. John Cochran has that one, and I'd recommend it also. All new Porsche 996 and Boxster transmissions come filled with nonsynthetic gear oil. Trust me, my Boxster buddy and Jedi-Master Mechanic, John Gladwill, will confirm that. The motors come with synthetic, not the trannys. I drained and refilled mine with synthetic Mobil 1 75-90 GL-5. It didn't make a damned bit of difference in the shift quality. The cable length and routing is the problem, period. But after one year- the stock fluid was quite clean, and I'd recommend converting to synthetic after the break-in, but then literally going 2-3 years between changes. FYI- I've used Redline, Swepco, and Mobil 1 gear oil in my 911s over the years and they all work very well, without much difference in feel. I do, for the record use Redline in my Blue RSA. The other thing I did recently was to flush the brakes to begin using ATE gold in the Boxster. Again, no change in feel, as you'd expect this time. 16
So if you've got a 996 or a 986, I'd recommend the following: 1) Three-spoke steering wheel 2) Pedal covers (OMP, SPARCO, etc.) 3) Shift Kit (EVO, B&M) 4) Synthetic gear-oil and ATE Brake fluid for peace of mind. 5) Clean Radiators at least every 2 years. Next item is to improve that awful stereo. In the 2002 cars you now can get a Bose system. I'm going to replace the power-amplifier and the front dash and door speakers.I'm not doing a separate sub-woofer because I want every inch of space in the trunks and the passenger compartment and with the road noise I just want more volume. Most of the distortion is not so much the Nokia speakers as the cheapo power-amp. My sales-consultant at the dealership I bought my car from used to be in the car-audio business. He warned me, but I wasn't ready for a stereo as bad as it is in such a high-end car. I have the super-deluxe HiFi sound option- mind-you. The tuner and CD are fine,but I need the volume with the top down.By the wayJohn Cochran, Shawn Collenberg, and Noby Takahashi (That I know of) have upgraded stereos and the results have been excellent. Lee Wilkins probably has one by now, also.
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Happy Hour At Ciudad By Brian Boss I learned something interesting at the September Happy Hour (well I probably learned several things but one in particular is relevant). To wit: how Slipstream contribuThe Happy Hour Crew: Dennis Chamberlain (co-chair), tors are selected. I always imagined there Tinker Edwards (chair) & Ben Witry (co-chair) was some official process where potential scribes were selected based on their expertise and writing ability then pre-assigned events to cover. Not so. Half way through the post Happy Hour dinner I was chatting with Tinker Edwards as she table-hopped around the room and, next thing I knew, I had a deadline and a word count just like Hunter S. Thompson. So, you can attribute any minor inaccuracies in this account to my lack of prior knowledge that I would be recording the events for posterity. This month’s Happy Hour destination was Ciudad, an upscale Mexican restaurant and bar in Turtle Creek Village shopping center. Although I knew the place by reputation, this was my first visit. For those non Spanish speakers, Ciudad means city en Espanol but it is also used by Mexicans to refer to Mexico City, much like New Yorkers
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say “The City”. One refreshing feature (especially for a south of LBJ location) was the ample secure parking, both valet and self-park. When I arrived a little before six thirty, there were already ten or twelve new 911’s and Boxsters out front in an area set aside for Porsche parking. The Happy Hour crew seems to favor the newer cars so I am hereby issuing a call for more of my fellow classic aircooled owners to bring their cars to these gatherings. Inside, the décor of the bar mirrors the food (more on that later), classy Mexican but with a sort of funky, modern twist. I would guess there were about 50 people in the half of the room reserved for us, comprising the usual mixture of members, prospective members and guests. I have missed the last few events but the growth has certainly continued. Remembering my first Happy Hour two years ago, I recall about 15 people came. As always, whatever the turnout, everyone caught up with old friends and met a few new ones.
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After an hour or so at the bar about half the group sat down for dinner. Ciudad is NOT Tex-Mex. It is more in the Mexico City style (hence the name). Without turning this into restaurant review, just let me say every dish our group tried was imaginative in its conception and perfectly executed with top quality ingredients. As good as it is, Ciudad faces some stiff competition in its price range. I will be curious to see if it has the staying power to survive after its novelty wears off and the “hip” crowd moves on to the next hot trend. It was a pleasure to be reminded how much fun Maverick Happy Hours are. I guarantee any member who attends one will find plenty of people to talk with. Plus, it’s worth coming out just to watch Tinker and Lanean work the crowd. You might even get recruited for something.
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Porsching - Romantic Excursions by Chris Welty, Hudson-Valley Region, PCA Many people believe that the relationship between a Porsche and its owner is entirely monogamous, and that spouses, or anyone approximating this state, can tend to get in the way. This is actually not true, and there are many truly romantic and exciting things two people can do together with their Porsche. The first step in realizing this goal is understanding what romanticism really is. There are many definitions of the word, but human language is such that a dictionary definition is not always the right path toward meaning. Each person has their own idea of what romantic is, and these ideas are frequently quite different. My wife, for example, thinks moonlight walks on the beach are romantic. Such an excursion wouldn’t be very romantic for me since I’d spend the whole time glancing anxiously back at the parking lot to see if anyone was breaking into my 911. Romantic notions are typically not subject to compromise, either. You might think, for example, that my problems with the moonlit walk on the beach could be alleviated by turning it into a moonlit drive on the beach. I, however, would be too anxious that the salt water might get on the car and rust out the floor pan,and of course I'd have to spend the whole next day washing all the damn sand out of every nook and cranny. Sand is such a pain in the neck. Does this mean that I am not romantic? Not at all, not at all. I'm considered by many to be a hopeless romantic,it's just that my notion of romance is different than that typically found in Danielle Steele or Jane Austin novels. For me, one of the most romantic activities a couple can share together with their Porsche is bleeding the brakes. Brake bleeding has long been a favorite activity for active couples who don't mind getting a little dirty together. I have an acquaintance who claims his wife's wedding vows included, "love, cherish, and pump the brake pedal," and I know several people who say they got married just to be sure there'd be someone to help bleed the brakes. That, however, is a common mistake. While brake bleeding is a very intimate activity, you can’t take it for granted. When I was dating, I was always very careful in approaching my dates on the subject of brake bleeding.I found that expecting someone to come home with me and pump the pedal on the first date was frequently unrealistic, even after an expensive dinner and a Broadway Show. I would often go to great lengths impressing someone just to get them into my garage, and when there I paid extra attention to safety and cleanliness. Once I was married, I soon began to expect my wife to help me bleed my brakes whenever I desired. No expensive dinners, no Broadway shows, no great lengths. In fact, before long I would come home from work expecting to have dinner ready and waiting for me, with a good bleeding session to follow. I would try to explain how important it was for a car to have frequent brake bleedings,and that you couldn't let them go too long without it - especially track cars. At this point I cared less for safety and cleanliness, spilling brake fluid all over the floor and sometimes leaving the car teetering on a couple jacks. Eventually this casual and callous attitude began to take its toll. My cars would go months with contaminated brake fluid, and the topic of bleeding became a sore one at home. I would stand in the kitchen, silently staring at my wife not wanting to ask, and she would pretend like she didn't know why I was standing there. What almost destroyed my marriage was the "EZ Bleed" (TM) system. I think it was Kevin Gross who turned me on to this, back in the days when the Porsche e-mail discussion list had fewer than a hundred people on it and we hadn't had every discussion more than twice yet (so I was still actually reading it). I don't blame him, his intentions were good. This system, much like the handpump vacuum bleeder, enables one person to bleed the brakes fairly easily. I was soon bleeding my brakes more than I ever had before. My wife became suspicious. I no longer asked her to help me, and I never stood around like a hungry dog hoping she would spontaneously decide she was in the brake bleeding mood. She was sure I had rented out a garage somewhere 20
and had found someone else. I didn't care, since all my cars had firm brake pedals. Before long, though, I began to recall wistfully the days of saying to my wife, "Pump. Hold. OK, again..." ad infinitum. I started to think how much I had changed since my younger days, and I realized that I had lost something. Bleeding brakes is not just about flushing old fluid from the brake system, it is about sharing quality time together. I was certainly not being very romantic anymore. In a tender and emotional scene my wife and I reconciled, and we bled the brakes on all our cars in one evening. It was so romantic that I rebuilt my master brake cylinder the next morning so we could bleed the system again that night. Romance and Porsches doesn't stop with brake bleeding. It's far less frequent, but adjusting the clutch cable length is a lot of fun, as is setting the hand brake, and who could forget those wonderful times push-starting the car when the solenoid got too hot... "What's wrong?" "It's too hot. I should have parked on a hill." Sigh. "OK,I'll get out and push. You keep it in first and let the clutch out once I get it rolling." "OK." "Ready? Here goes..." Grunt. "AAAAARgh. You're letting the clutch out TOO SOON!" "sor-RY." "You want to push?" "Couldn't we have taken the Honda?" "WHAT?! Grrrrrrr....As soon as I get this knife out of my back I want you to try second - and wait until it's rolling." "OK." "...LET IT OUT ALREADY!" There are other things you can do, like taking a spring or fall drive. Or summer. I don't do winter drives in the Porsche anymore, but we used to. Getting too old, I guess. That is, the Porsches are getting too old. I find, while driving in the U.S. where the highway speed limit is about the speed most people walk, that I have trouble paying attention or even staying awake. Driving slow requires so little mental processing that I will shift my attention onto other things very often. This means that when I'm driving either the car is wandering out of my lane or going fast enough that I have to pay attention, which brings me to another romantic thing my wife and I share in our Porsche. "Slow down." "I'm not going that fast." "100 miles per hour is very fast." "You don't understand, I'm well below the performance limit of this car. Why, at Bridgehampton..." "You are well ABOVE the speed limit of this state, not to mention the mandatory speed for license revocation." "Thank you dear." "... Wake up." "I'm not sleeping." "You're not in your lane, either." "Oh, errr ... I just wanted to see if the road was smoother here." "Well now we've established that unpaved surfaces are not as smooth as paved. Maybe we should return to our lane." "Thank you dear." I hear that some couples even drive at the track together! At first I thought this was only the kind of thing you read about in the Panorama "Forum" section, where no one believes the stuff they write about there really happens, but it's true. I've seen it,and it's happening more and more these days.We may even try it soon. All in all, a Porsche itself can facilitate romance in many ways. I suggest that you get out there and be romantic.
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Buffing In Tight Places By Burnell Curtis, Lone Star Region After I have washed my car for several months, despite my best efforts, there will be fine scratches in the paint. In addition to that, my 1987 Carrera has red enamel paint on it and it tends to turn rosy with time. No reason to put it off, it is time to get out the buffer and put a proper shine on the car. Even though I have a very fine buffer, there are places on the car that can not be buffed with a conventional buffer. One of those places is the cowl. Attempt to buff in this area and you will scar the windshield washers or catch the buffer on the windshield wiper blades. Another area that is difficult is the bumpers. If the buffer touches the "smile", or the rubber bumpers, it may burn them. What to do? Well, you could do these areas by hand. I have little success with buffing by hand. Maybe I am impatient and want to move too quickly, but I usually end up with more scratches. I have discovered an easy solution to this. All you need is a standard 3/8" drill and some inexpensive parts to make a buffer that is very gentle and easy to use. Start by getting a "cotton flannel buff " or a "loose section buff ". The diameter should be 4" or 6" at the most. I usually get my parts from Eastwood, who is a company that sells supplies to those who restore cars. Their number is 1-800-345-1178.
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The parts numbers for the buffs are 13056 and 13042 for the 4" canton and the 4" loose buffs. To mount the buff to the drill you will need a mandrel (part number 13054). Mount the buff to the mandrel and the mandrel to the drill and you are ready to go. NO, wait, you need something to use as an abrasive, which is the same buffing compound that you use with your standard buffer. I use Meguires #9 for removing the fine scratches. I use Meguires #2 if the scratches are deep or the paint has turned rosy over time. Simply spread a small amount of the buffing compound on the paint and move the buff over it. You will find that you can not press the buff too hard to the paint because the buff will collapse. This is a safety feature that will prevent you from burning the paint. By the way, if you have a spiral sewn or a sisal buff around, do not use them. They are too course for paint and they do not collapse. I have used this technique many times on many cars and always been happy with the results. It is much quicker than by hand and it is safe. After your have done the buffing, wash the buff before you use it again because the dry compound will be too course and leave scratches in your paint. Happy Buffing!
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Hope Happenings September 19, 2001
By Lanean Hughes
Dear Lanean and Friends of HOPE, Inc.: We at Hope want to tell you how much your continuing support of our shelter means to us. You have continually assisted us through the years in so many different ways.
Volunteers needed Sunday, December 9th to take smiles, cookies, beverages, and holiday cheer to our friends at the HOPE Shelter in Mineral Wells.
To list a few examples of your dedication and support, you have donated countless items of furniture, clothing, food, money contributions often, volunteers to help renovate rooms in the shelter, and household items too numerous to mention.
To help, please begin gathering small soaps, shampoos, cosmetics, etc (such as from hotels) to include in the stockings, or anything else that would make a good stocking stuffer.
Contact Lanean Hughes at lhughes@fmstech.com or 972-484-3040.
So many circumstances have given you opportunity time and time again to prove your unselfish devotion to the cause of helping battered women and children. And time and time again you have given whatever was needed to aid a woman in her goal for herself and her children to become self-sufficient. Your benefit in August was so greatly appreciated. You are always represented at our November benefit, and every year at Christmas the clients and staff, as well have benefited from your generosity. In short, the Porsche Club has always been an angel of mercy to HOPE, and we cannot thank you enough for all you have done. Sincerely, The Staff at HOPE, Inc.
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If you have any changes that you would like to make to the MRPCA membership guide, call Joel Nannis at (972) 722-2735
by Joel Nannis, Membership Chair Keith & Angie Abrams 228 Longmeadow Drive Coppell Tx 75019 2001 996
John Krieg & Pat Edwards 8080 N Central Expressway # 1580 Dallas Tx 75206 2001 996 Turbo
Peter & CJ Weyandt 3400 Cononcita Lane Plano Tx 75023 1985 911
David Baker 3208 Ashland Drive Bedford Tx 76021 1972 911
Lonnie Ledbetter 3612 Lake Powell Arlington Tx 76016 2001 911
Jerry & Marian White 809 Olympic Drive Keller Tx 76248 1986 911
Eddie & Renee Brock 626 Sunset Hill Lane Rockwall Tx 75087 2001 986
Patrick Moore 11 Key Drive Heath Tx 75032 2001 911
Jerry Housley 6000 Star Mesa Frisco Tx 75034 2000 Boxster Transfer
Robert & Manchen Brown 17431 Club Hill Drive Dallas Tx 75248 2001 911
J Mark & Dawn Palmer 3656 Encanto Drive Fort Worth Tx 76109 2001 996
Rugger & Carla Burke 5910 N. Central #200 Dallas Tx 75206 2002 996
Brian & Sharron Ratcliff 4710 Firewheel Drive Garland Tx 75044 1999 911
Brian & Laurie Dewhirst 3814 Antioch Circle Carrollton Tx 75007 2001 911
Geoffrey Sabatini 6904 Laramie Plano Tx 75023 1985 944
Able Garduno 3801 W 15th St #214 Plano Tx 75075 2000 996
Michael & Melissa Solorzano 1129 Colina Vasta Lane Crowley Tx 76036 2001 Boxster
Richard Goldman 2508 State Street S Dallas Tx 75201 2001 986
Nelson Tibbitt & Angela Fitzgerald 4060 Windhaven Land Dallas Tx 75287 1986 911
Karen Grant 2117 Clubside Drive Corinth Tx 76201 2001 Boxster
Richard Tyree & Suzanne Stelmock 8 North Star Road Allen Tx 75002 2000 911
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1978 911SC Alpine white w/ full brown leather. 83K miles. PW, PM, AC, sunroof, front and rear factory spoilers. Needs some TLC. $10,000. Steve 214-536-0329. (1) 2000 Boxster S,Triple Black Metallic,Sport Interior,Litronic Headlamps with washers, sport design interior with DSP, Porsche sport exhaust, 18" Kinesis K28 wheels with custom center caps and 285/30 rear tires, 030 Porsche sport chassis with H&R springs. Dealer maintained, excellent condition, garage kept, 10,000 miles, $53,000. Dale Scofield 214.693.7600 or scotexas@yahoo.com. (1) 1997 Carrera 2S Coupe; WPOAA2977VS322368; 1,655 miles; 6 spd.; guards red w/black leather sport seats; seat backs factory painted red; CD; Hi-Fi Sound Pkg.;Motor Sound Pkg.; Metal Door Sills; 18" Porsche Sport Classic II wheels, 8" front, 10" rear; Bridgestone S02 tires; concours condition; $68,000. Call Milton C. Barley (817) 613-9375; or: miltonbarley@msn.com. (1) 1983 911SC 3.0,6 cyl.Silver w/brown lthr.inter.,elect.sunroof & windows,extremely clean,perfect condition.Documents,records from original 2 owners in metroplex and L.Rock.Garage kept.Hand painted centers on black fuchs.6k on tires,38k total. No room in garage since marriage! $20,000 o.b.o.Call R.Stacy Corn at 817-329-8551 evenings or 817-233-0637 cell or 817-335-1865 days. (1) 1985 Porsche 911 Factory Wide Body Coupe 3.2 Liter Fuel Injected. Turbo suspension, brakes and whale tail. Black/black sun roof, leather power sport seats, AC. PW, cruise, Kenwood stereo with 100 watt amp and 10 disk CD changer. 3 owners, never wrecked, near perfect, garage kept. Maintained by Wes with H & H Enterprises, Park Place and The Porsche Store. 89K miles.$24,000. Rodney 972 248-9110 or 972 267-8000 x203 or E-mail rodney@insuranceoneagency.com. (1) Misc. Porsche Parts: 993 Porsche-Brembo "Big Black" Brakes, like new! 4 rotors, 4 discs,fresh pads,sensors intact,barely used,$3,500.Factory Aluminum rear deck lid, factory labels and primer, $700. Fan housing Silver powder coat $150, call for part number. 11 Blade cooling fan. Red powder coat with pulley $195.00. 1987 black leather interior carpet, less seats. Parting out 2.7 litre parts in great shape (except case pulled stud). Misc. other 911 parts Oil line, A/C parts, sway bar, etc. Contact Wade Kolody (972) 304-1159 or wsc16@home.com. E-photos available. (1) 1987 911 Turbo Coupe Guards red/black leather, P Zeros, CD, Radar. Many other extras. Super clean, 17K miles. $39,000. Charley Poellet 817-236-7466, cell 817-994-0451, or cd356@aol.com. (1) 1996 Harley 1200 XLH, lightning heads,cams, Supertrapp & more. 2300 miles. $9,500. Charley Poellet 817-236-7466, cell 817-994-0451, or cd356@aol.com. (1)
1999 Porsche Boxster Deep Ocean Blue, black top, custom black gunmetal interior, sports seats, windscreen, warranty, 5 speed, sports package, 30K miles, $37,500. Benjamin Clark, 214-366-1210, ben.r.clark@lmco.com (2) 1995 993 Carrera, Black with black and tan leather interior, 3.6 liter, 6 speed, a/c, power steering, windows and locks, cruise, 6 CD changer, dual air bags, abs, factory sport seats, sun roof, rear window wiper. Add-ons: Kinesis 3 piece wheels, bra, car cover, new Bridgestone Pole position tires (245 and 275 x 17), Eibach sport suspension (with Progressive rate springs), factory sound and HP upgrade, turbo brake ducts in nose. 72K miles. A few nicks on front, and repairable ding in door; otherwise in excellent condition, asking $48,500. Contact: nhodges@hbarchs.com (2) 1997 993 C4S Coupe Turbo body in Guards Red with black leather. One owner car with extended transferable warranty. 23,000 pampered miles. 18's with crests and new S-O2's. Dual power seats. Hi-Fi Sound Package with 10 speakers and C/D player. Porsche Bra. Stunning. $62,500. George Pasley @817/326-5831. (3) 1979 911 SC Targa, Silver w/Black interior, PW, PM, whale tale, 105k mls, 15k since $12,000 restoration.NEW: paint,Targa top,rotary compressor,turbo twist rims 17 x 9 fronts,17 x 7.5 rears,Michelin tires,floor mats,fuel pump,halogen headlights,chain tensioners, front wire harness, alternator, tinted windows, Panasonic CD system, battery, coil, plug wires & rebuilt engine. Extras: Euro tail lens set & Mogo steering wheel. $13,500 obo. Darrell Probst 972-254-1198 or dprobst@novell.com. (3) 1990 944 S2 Cab, WPOCB2943LN481751, white w/blue top and leather interior, 3.0 liter 4 cyl. 208 hp, one key central locking/alarm, auto climate control, power windows/mirrors/seats,auto speed control,Pioneer AM/FM CD player,all maintenance records,new tires,brakes,and battery,mechanically perfect and pampered,71K mls., garage kept. $19,500 David Neese 817-481-2899, e-mail davidneese@msn.com. (3) Fuchs Wheels Set of 15”,7 and 8”wide Fuchs wheels. Used for autocrossing my 944. Presently mounted on an older set of BFG Comp T/As. Bob Knight 214-461-1426 or bknight@lgt-cpa.com (3) 2000 Boxster S. Tiptronic. graphite grey top, seats in leather, and mats. Sport package; CD player, Hi-Fi sound pkg. with speaker, windshield deflector, auto-cover, 5000 miles, new for 2000 color is Biarritz White. Garaged, no accidents, covered. $49,900. Sandy Meyer at smeyer@dreeshomes.com or (817) 296-0721 cell. (3) 1967 912 Coupe completely restored rust free California black plate car now in Texas, beautiful guard’s red paint job, big block kit, K&N’s, 4 speed. New: windshield, carpets, seat covers, dash cover, door panels, boot liner, headliner, tires, brakes. Chrome replated,car cover,manuals,recent major service,local show winner,$8,900; rstalnak@dwu.ci.dallas.tx.us (3)
1995 968 Cabriolet,White, gray leather interior and top.36Kmiles.6 spd,17" wheels. Rare car in great condition. No smoking or racing. Power locks, windows, steering, and seats.Alarm,cassette,AM/FM stereo,alloy wheels,ABS,dual airbags,cruise,A/C, and new floor mats. Clean! $26,000. VIN #WPOCA2963SS840200. Call Ralph at 972-788-1030 or Ralph@iebsolutions.com. (2)
1984 Factory Turbo-look. Black/grey-beige. All major options for 1984. Always garaged/covered/pampered with all maintenance records. 44k. If you can find a better turbo-look,buy it! $26,000 Jim Edenfield (817)236-3516 lynettee@flash.net (3)
1987 930 Cabriolet Guards red with black interior. A rare factory Turbo Cabriolet loaded with all options. Excellent condition, all original, meticulously and professionally serviced, all records, never tracked or wrecked, garaged. New top with new electric top drive components, New tires, brakes. $35,000 O.B.O. Contact Lane Jeffryes @ 972-497-6815 (wk), 817-721-3283 (cell) or Ljeffryes@aol.com. (2)
1998 911 Carrera 4S #WP0AA2994WS321244 6,800 original miles, Arctic Silver/black full leather, full carbon fiber interior, Porsche crest in seat back, aluminum/chrome package, Hi-Fi sound with in dash CD, Litronic headlights, sport suspension, painted wheel caps, K&N airbox, original owner. $82,000. Lane King (972)443-6225, lane_king@adc.com (3)
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