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Volume 54, Issue 622 February 2015
Caren Cooper / Tom Gorsuch / Cindy Jacisin / Arron Ambrosino / Manny Alban / Roxanne Alban / Marco Alban / Anna Rausch / Vu Nguyen / Loan Nguyen / Jim Althoff / Kathy Althoff / Patricia Bender / Todd Bernard / Lisa Bernard / John Biel / Loetta Marvel / Donna Brandt / Warren Schultz / Ron Bremer / Valerie Bremer / Michael Cook / Sue Cook / Bob Costello / Kathy Costello / Dan Dazzo / Gale Dazzo / David Dukehart / Doug Dunn / Robert Gabler / Katherine Gabler / Ron Gordon / Linda Gordon / Joe Gorleski / Christine Gorleski / John Harvey / Mark Hubley / Susan Mende / John Jensen / Susan Jensen / Scott Kirklighter / Bettina Kirklighter / Steve Kubisen / Michael Kuehn / Jennifer Kukula / Stan Kukula / Rick MacInnes / Patsy MacInnes / Rob Mairs / Diane Mairs / Chuck Marshall / Sheron Marshall / Gary Martinez / Kara Martinez / Rick Merriken / Gloria Merriken / Aaron Miller / Minta Miller / Darwin Binek / Tom Morton / Kaye Morton / Michael Murphy / Arlene Murphy / Eugene O’Dunne / Sharon O’Dunne / James Orrell / Jane Orrell / Robert Rassa / James Breen / Alan Robinette / Christine Robinette / Vincent Rock / Samantha Locke / Bob Rynard / Lynn Rynard / Kiva Smallwood / Angela Master / Don Stolkovich / Linda Stolkovich / Mike Swartzell / Eve Swartzell / Laurie Tarsia / Bruce Tarsia / Cheryl Taylor / Claude Taylor / James Taylor / Pam Taylor / Dave Trostle / Karen Trostle / Richard / Waddell / Joanne Trippi / Patrick Walker / Chris Walker / Mick Whitlock / Meg Whitlock / Terrell Williams / Lori Williams / Sandra Yospa / Irv Yospa
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Patter The Porsche Patter is the official newsletter of the Chesapeake Region of the Porsche Club of America. Contributions to the Porsche Patter should be sent to the Editor at least four weeks preceding the month of publication in Microsoft Word format via email to editor@pcachs.org. Please send images in their original size. Editor: Michael Murphy Contributing Photographers: Lynda Sobus, Aniano Arao, Mick Whitlock. Contributing Writers: Bob Rassa, Aniano Arao, Steve Graham, Pat Walker, Bob Purgason, Mike Cook. Advertising: For questions about advertising rates and placement in the Porsche Patter, please contact Michael Murphy, editor@pcachs.org.
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2014 Financial Report
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Calendar of Events for 2015
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2015 After Holiday Party
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In The News - 919 On Track
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In The News - Factory Tours
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Market - For Sale
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PCA License Plates
Gary Martinez Lynda Sobus Aaron & Minta Miller
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Bruce and Laurie Tarsia
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he Chesapeake Region of the Porsche Club of America serves it’s club members and hosts activities within the Baltimore, Annapolis and surrounding geographic area, including Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The general objectives of PCACHS are, as indicated in the by laws: Promote the highest standards of courtesy and safety on the roads. Promote the enjoyment and sharing of goodwill and fellowship engendered by owning a Porsche vehicle and engaging in such social or other events as may be agreeable to the membership. Promote the maintenance of the highest standards of operation and performance of the marquee by sharing and exchanging technical and mechanical information. Establish and maintain mutually beneficial relations with Porsche AG, Porsche Cars North America (PCNA), Porsche dealers, and other independent service sources to the end the marquee shall proper and continue to enjoy its unique leadership and position in sports car annals. Promote the interchange of ideas and suggestions with other PCA Regions throughout North America and the world, and in such corporation as may be desirable. Establish such mutually corporative relationships with other car clubs as may be desirable. Establish a community service initiative with the goal of engaging members to participate in activities that benefit the community through fundraising or volunteering of time.
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from our president President’s Message
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ell, folks, our 2015 season has officially started with the successful execution of our first extravaganza of the year, our After Holiday Party! Yes, it’s odd to start the New Year by trying to belatedly finish up the past year but, that’s just how Chesapeake rolls!
the emcees of the event. Having been mistakenly assured by me that this probably wouldn’t happen, she gave me a big grin and a wink and soldiered on through both that and a second later shot, with which the Swap was off to a running start!
Of course none of this would have ever come about if not for the tireless efforts of Donna Brandt and her husband Warren who arranged for the party at the Yellow Fin restaurant; thank you both for really It was, as always an amazing evening full putting this event over the top!. Every deof much fun and camaraderie, as validated tail worked to perfection and it was a fanby the ever-welcome presence of our new tastic evening. So many of our members National President, Caren Copper and enjoyed the company of fellow aficionamost of her executive council. While I dos, a great cocktail hour, a delicious meal, think they were there mostly to make sure the many door prizes provided by our that Manny was truly going to stay in event sponsors and good friends at PorChesapeake from now on and not be pop- sche of Silver Spring and a very healthy ping up at their meetings, they seemed to 50/50 raffle which all made for a great doreally enjoy themselves as evidenced by nation to our Community Service fund. their very active participation in stealing And thanks to everyone who showed up gifts at the Yankee Swap session! Thank early, helped with registration, the awards, you Caren and everyone else for joining us and the program setup and cleanup! It was for the evening! another example of members working for members to put on successful, enjoyable It was a near riotous event which brought events. much laughter to the party. Much of it when my lovely, “White-wine only With February upon us now, our commitplease,” wife Kara who, doing her best tees are in full swing, planning social Vanna White to substitute for a fondly events, our Super Slot Car night with its missed Bob Gutjahr, was introduced to the world-class chili cook-off dinner, opening “Jagermeister-shot” tradition for and both new member and volun5
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from our president teer party events, allowing us to get together with fellow Chesapeake members to swap stories and information! These events, in addition to those which National PCA and the surrounding dealers will be staging, will make for a very busy winter and early spring. So be sure to watch our website calendar closely, check out our Facebook page for updates, and tag all our event notices in the Patter to join in on the fun! We hope you find something that intrigues you enough to come out and join the rest of us as we make our way on into spring! As always, I’m happy to hear from you directly and you can reach me at president@pcachs.org.
Have fun and Drive Safely!
Gary
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Membership & Anniversaries January 2015
Aaron & Minta Miller
Primary Members: 757
Affiliate Members: 456
Total Members: 1214 Membership New Members: Brian Austin Robert W. Awalt Jr. James Bowersox Charles Manners Chris & Ashley Mason Thomas Montague Allen Tapera Marvin Thorpe
Transfer In: Robert C. & Barbara
Davidsonville, MD 2015 911 GT3, Metallic White Ellicott City, MD 2006 996 Cabriolet, White Annapolis, MD 1985 911 Carrera Targa, Yellow Baltimore, MD 1986 911 Carrera Cab., Black Pasadena, MD 2012 991 Carrera 4 GTS, Black Nottingham, MD 2006 Cayman S Bel Air, MD 1996 911 Carrera, Black Windsor, MD 1987 928 S4, Silver
Transfer Out: Tom C. Chan, Barbara J. Deml and Withrow G. Wier
Anniversaries 45th Year Anniversary: Missy Lynch, Bach Nguyen, Richard Marshall, Zachary Portnoff, Laura Moffitt, and Chelsi Worthy
35th Year Anniversary: Justus Garman
15th Year Anniversary: Roger and Anne Eve
1st Year Anniversary: Paul Bach, Afshin Parsa, Michael C. & Christine Johnson, Brock Pinelli, Bill Parlatore and Vincent Puopolo
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the team President Executive Vice President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Past President Autocross Autocross Patter Editor Publicity Social Social Tech Session Tech Session Tour / Rally Master Tour / Rally Master Tour / Rally Master Chief Driving Instructor Community Service Concours d’Elegance Concours d’Elegance Historian Membership Webmaster Insurance PCA License Plates PCA License Plates PCA Zone 2 Representative
Gary Martinez Mark Hubley Claude Taylor Lynda Sobus Michael Murphy David Dukehart Rick MacInnes Pat Walker Michael Murphy Pat Walker Bob Costello Kathy Costello Jim Earlbeck Rob Mairs Steve Graham Bob Purgason Mike Cook Ellen Beck Mick & Meg Whitlock Ron Gordon Doug Ehmann Bob Rassa Aaron & Minta Miller Terry Della Vecchia Lee Rock Laurie Tarsia Bruce Tarsia Cheryl Taylor
president@pcachs.org executive@pcachs.org vicepresident@pcachs.org treasurer@pcachs.org secretary@pcachs.org pastpresident@pcachs.org autocross@pcachs.org autocross@pcachs.org editor@pcachs.org publicity@pcachs.org social@pcachs.org social@pcachs.org tech@pcachs.org tech@pcachs.org tour@pcachs.org tour@pcachs.org tour@pcachs.org instructor@pcachs.org communityservice@pcachs.org concours@pcachs.org concours@pcachs.org historian@pcachs.org membership@pcachs.org webmaster@pcachs.org insurance@pcachs.org pcalicenseplates@pcachs.org pcalicenseplates@pcachs.org
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2014 financial report Chesapeake Region, Porsche Club of America, Inc. Income and Expense Statement January 1st through December 31, 2014 INCOME Events PCA Regional Rebates/Subsidy Non‐Events TOTAL INCOME
26,720 18,640 12,485 $57,845
EXPENSE Events Operating Expenses Non‐Event TOTAL EXPENSE
38,591 11,192 9,943 $59,726
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NET INCOME (Loss) Balance Sheet As of December 31, 2014 ASSETS Current Assets Checking Fixed Assets
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES & EQUITY Liabilities Equity
62,826 ‐ $62,826
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY
‐ 62,826
$62,826
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Social - Slot Car Evening DATE: Saturday, Feb 7, 2015 TIME: 3:00pm to 7:00pm LOCATION: Parkville Y Center 8910 Waltham Woods Road Parlville, MD 21234 tmoneyrunner@gmail.com
Time to get out and drive slot cars!
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o all Racers, Mini-Racers, Would-Be Racers, E-Racers and anyone looking for a Great Family Event! Check out the PCA-CHS SUPER SLOT CAR NIGHT - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7th, 3-7 PM!
Super Slot Car Night 2015, one of our Region’s winter family traditions continues in 2015. A fixture on our winter calendar for the young and young-at-heart alike for 26 years, this family event is scheduled to take place on Saturday afternoon from 3 PM - 6 PM, February 7th at the Parkville Family Y Center at 8910 Waltham Woods Rd, Parkville, MD 21234 See the message below from our event coordinator, Terrell Williams:
Volunteers are needed for the most fun packed family event during the winter season‌it's Super Slot Car Night 2015! We've once again locked in the Parkville Family Center Y for our Slot Car Night on Saturday, February 7, 2015 We need help in setting up the track, tables, chairs, breakdown and cleaning up after our event. We've had a great group of volunteers in years past. Please let me know if you're available at 1:30pm on Saturday, Feb. 7. You can reach me at tmoneyrunner@gmail.com And for those helping with track setup, you'll receive the first practice rounds! We have the room reserved from 3p-6p for the event. Registration is now open at ClubReg.com. The cost is $10 per family for those who bring a pot of Chili; $20 per family if you bring a side dish or dessert! Hot dogs, soda, water, paper goods, condiments, etc are provided for all. The trophies are all set and ready for the class winners to claim. And best of all, YOU DON"T NEED A SLOT CAR TO PARTICIPATE! We have a few extra cars for racing. However, if you want to purchase your own 1/32 analog slot car, you can do so at Amazon, EBay, or: www.hotslots132.com and www.powerslotcars.com Scaletrix and Carrera brand cars work best on our track.
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Social - Farmstead Grill DATE: Tuesday Feb 10, 2015 TIME: 6:30pm Dinner LOCATION: Shops at Canton Crossing 3721 Boston Street Baltimore, MD 21224 410-762-2100 www.farmsteadgrill.com
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RSVP to www.social@pcachs.org by January 16th
See Dinner Menu on page 32!
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In The News - Porsche 919 First On Track Photos
The new Porsche 919 Hybrid is a comprehensive evolution of the successful car that made its d turbocharged petrol engine, an electric motor powering the front wheels, and two energy recov
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debut in 2014. It will feature the same innovative drivetrain concept consisting of a 2-litre V4 very systems. The new generation car had its first roll-out on December 15, 2014.
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This Is What Happens To A 911 Befo FLATSIXES.COM - GT3 Test Facility “Like the other videos we brought you earlier showing the Porsche 918 assembly line and the birth of a 911 engine this video eschews music or voice overs. Instead, it's the silent symphony of Porsche quality checks that resonate. What struck me the most about this video, besides the heavy armor worn by the GT3 at the beginning, was the concentration and precision of the workers. Want to know why Porsche constantly wins quality award after quality award? Watch this video showcasing the final checks each 911 receives before leaving the plant and you'll have a better understanding.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?x-ytcl=85114404&v=oEk65_At1c4&feature=player_embedded&x-ytts=1422579428
National Geographic - Porsche Megafactories This is NG’s frenetic take on the Porsche factory.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toC1yOPXWoQ
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0osdOVKmh8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPb3ThN9Dv8
YOUCAR - Porsche 911 Factory Except for the 918 Spyder, Porsche expends 3.7 minutes per fabrication point when building their vehicles. The 918 Spyder, on the other hand, expends 111 minutes per fabrication point. That’s a 3,000% difference! Also, each 918 engine is bult by a single person.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Spw4Zx9Rio
YOUCAR - Porsche 911 Engine Factory https://www.youtube.com/watch?x-yt-cl=85114404&x-ytts=1422579428&v=RneQ6DQKXrs
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Advertisements in the Market are free for members of any PCA Region. A $10 fee is charged for advertisements submitted by non-members. Contact the Patter editor (editor@pcachs.org) for details or to submit a classified advertisement.
Items for Sale, Rent, Loan and Free! For Sale Pirelli Tires Two 17-inch Boxster tires with 3/32� tread remaining, $80/obo.
Original 914 Steel Wheels $100/obo. Four (4) original 914 steel wheels, . Contact: Jack Roth at 240-687-0857 docroth48@gmail.com
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Items for Sale, Rent, Loan and Free! For Sale 2007 Cayman S White/Black, like new, heated garage kept, non-smoker, 6speed, 19� Turbo II wheels, sport chrono plus, PASM, PCM with navigation, auto climate, Bose sound, heated leather sport seats, Alcantara sport steering wheel, biXenon headlights, Borla exhaust, RSS sway bars, 3M clearbra, new battery, brake pads & rotors, car is current on service with all records included, books/2 keys/all OEM parts included. 38,000 miles, $38,500/obo. Selling due to lack of time to enjoy car. Contact: Jeff McClure, Baltimore, MD at 443-8014559. jmcclure@cms24-7.com
2013 Boxster Items Porsche Brand Indoor Car Cover - $175 Coco Floor Mats of Natural Herringbone - $85 Clear Windstop from Pedros Garage - $75 Sold my 2013 Boxster and purchased a new 2015 911, so these items are for sale. Contact: Jim Orrell at jjorrell@comcast.net or 410-592 -3847.
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