Slipstream - August 2007

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Upcoming Events: •PCA Escape •Boxstoberfest •Drivers’ Education

Past Events: •AX/TT # 5 Results •Newbie’s First Rally School •Father’s Day - Rain or Shine

August 2007 - Published by the Maverick Region Porsche Club of America

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Volume 45 August 2007, Issue 8

Departments

Go Online For Latest Updates on Events http://mav.pca.org

Zone 5 Presidents ..................................................................1 My Thoughts (Editor’s Column)........................................3 List of Officers/Board Chairs ..............................................4 Catch My Draft (President’s Column) ..............................5 Maverick Minutes..................................................................8 New Wheels ..........................................................................27 Anniversaries ........................................................................27 Unclassifieds..........................................................................28 Advertiser Index ..................................................................28

Upcoming Events Calendar of Events ................................................................1 Murder Mystery ....................................................................2 Maverick Lunches..................................................................2 Happy Hour at Razzoo’s ......................................................2 Walking to the Sky Rally ......................................................3 Call for Concours Judges......................................................3 Board Meeting........................................................................5 Drivers’ Education ................................................................7 Hill Country DE ..................................................................15 PCA Escape ..........................................................................22 Boxstoberfest ........................................................................26

Past Event Recaps Yokohama Tire Tech Winner ..............................................9 A Newbies First Rally School ............................................13 Time Trial #5 ........................................................................16 Autocross #5..........................................................................16 Happy Hour at Champps..................................................24

Miscellaneous From the Tech Q&A............................................................10 My First Porsche Club Article ..........................................14 Trivia Contest ......................................................................18

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Day 4 7 14 16 18 21 28

August Murder Mystery Board Meeting Lewisville Lunch Happy Hour Walking to the Sky Rally Bedford & Plano Lunches Addison Lunch

Day 6 11 15 16 18 20 22-23 25

September Board Meeting (note: Thursday) Lewisville Lunch Time Trial #6 (MW) Autocross #6 (MW) Bedford & Plano Lunches Happy Hour Drivers’ Education (MSR) Addison Lunch

Day 2 7 9 14 14 16 18 27-28 30

October Board Meeting Sunday Drive Lewisville Lunch Charity Autocross (TMS) Concours d’Elegance (TMS) Bedford & Plano Lunches Happy Hour Drivers’ Education (MSR) Addison Lunch

Day 6 10 11 15 20 27

November Board Meeting Founder’s Day Dinner Sunday Drive Happy Hour Bedford & Plano Lunches Addison Lunch

DE HCR LSR MW MSR TWS TMS Penn

- Drivers’ Education event - Hill Country Region (Austin-centered) - Lone Star Region (Houston-centered) - Mineral Wells Airport, Mineral Wells, Texas - Motor Sport Ranch, Cresson, Texas - Texas World Speedway, College Station, Texas - Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth, Texas - Pennington Field Stadium, Bedford, Texas

Slipstream (USPS 666-650) is published monthly by the Maverick Region Porsche Club of America, 2973 Timber Creek Trail, Fort Worth, TX 76118. Subscription price is $24.00 per year. Periodical postage is paid at Fort Worth, Texas.

Postmaster: Send address changes to Jan Mayo, Slipstream, 2973 Timber Creek Trail, Fort Worth, TX 76118.

Photography Charlie Davis, David Loi and Dennis Chamberlain

Cover Photo by Charlie Davis Sydney Steele and the joy of a rubber ducky.

Opinions expressed herein are not necessarily endorsed by the Club’s membership or officers. Contributions will be printed on a space available basis. Chartered regions of PCA may reproduce items from this issue provided the author/artist and Slipstream are credited. Slipstream is printed by Ussery Printing Company in Irving, Texas.

2007 Porsche Club Zone 5 Presidents ARK-LA-TEX Kenneth A. Chandler (318) 865-8210 bad968@bellsouth.net

COASTAL BEND Jak Schaefer jakschaefer@grandecom.net

LONE STAR Burnell Curtis (281) 337-1937 bpcurtis@verizon.net

MARDI GRAS Scott Foremaster (504) 734-5726 4master@cox.net

OZARK Rick Daes (501) 565-5113 rdaes@aristotle.net

WHISKEY BAY Ron J. Gaubert (337) 280-2550 rongaubert@cox.net

CIMARRON Bruce Bartovick bbartovick@ststulsa.com

HILL COUNTRY West Dillard president@hcrpca.org

LONGHORN Jim Basey

MAVERICK James Shoffit cell (972)786-6246

WAR BONNET Richard Davis rkd@zipbang.com

ZONE 5 REP Caren Cooper C - (512) 698-2747 zone5rep@hcrpca.org

jbasey@satx.rr.com

president@mavpca.org

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My Thoughts

by Jan Mayo, Slipstream Managing Editor nce again, dear readers, I’m going to revisit my rant on upcoming events. There’s so much to pick from! Real soon now there’s a Murrrder Mystery dinner – Aug 4. Tracey has said that everyone has so much fun at these. There are always the lunches, and don’t forget the Happy Hours. See you at Razzoos??

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Some of my favorite events are Teri’s rallies. This next one on Aug 18 is a walking rally in and around the exhibits of the Nasher.

Not only will this be great fun, but you can earn some culture points at the same time.

Keep a watch right here (or close by, anyway) for the next upcoming concours event, tips on how to prepare your car for that award wWinning shine, and more on the search for people looking for that thrill of being a JUDGE! Want a long weekend in the heart of American History?

Consider the PCA Escape to Chantilly, Virginia. It even sounds romantic. More culture points along with some fun driving and wonderful Porsche people – What could be better?

Periodically our advertisors host an event and August 18 is a Service Event at Park Place. Take a look at their ad on pg 6 for the list of activities they have planned.

Want more info? It’s all right here, just read on!

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2007 Maverick Region - Board, Officers & Chairs President James Shoffit

Vice-President Mark Gluck

Secretary Charlie Davis

H: 972-506-7449 C: 972-786-6246 president@mavpca.org

C: 817-706-9061 vp@mavpca.org

H: 940-682-4719 secretary@mavpca.org

James joined PCA in 97 and is active in Club Racing, Drivers Ed, Autocross and Time Trial.

He instructs at DE, AX, and TT. The track Car is a 78 911SC. James is a co-owner of a software development company in Lewisville.

DE Co-Chair / DE Co-Chief Instructor John Sandusky

W - (817) 777-0421 john.c.sandusky@lmco.com Sponsorship & DE Co-Chair / DE Co-Chief Instructor Keith Olcha

Mark drivers a Boxster S and has been a Maverick member since 1999. He is active with Drivers Education, Tours, and Social events, as well as with many Hope Shelter charity projects.

AX, TT Chair, Chief Instructor Bryan Bell C - (214) 789-6895

ax@mavpca.org

W - (817) 706-7678 H - (817) 251-6865 keith.olcha@charter.net

AX/TT Timing & Scoring Darron Shaffer H - (972) 390-9709 C - (972) 898-3002 darron.shaffer@gmail.com

DE Registrar Michael Wingfield

AX/TT Tech Inspection Travis Howard

H - (972) 491-2766 DERegistrar@mavpca.org

C - (214) 616*6152 thoward914@yahoo.com

DE Safety & Tech Insp Joe McGlohen

AX/TT Registrar Andrea Bell

W - (817) 366-1678 H - (817) 861-2792 retread@ix.netcom.com

H - (817) 270-4132

Club Race Registrar Wendy Shoffit

H - (972) 506-7449 C - (972) 977-9821 content@mavpca.org Rally Chair Teri Davis

H - (940) 682-4719 teri@poppings.com

Swap Meets Chair David Mock

H - (817) 795-4149 C - (817) 907-5413 sales@44andmoreparts.com

AX/TT Worker Chair Mike Lockas C - (972) 422-0264

Charlie joined PCA & MR in 1970, having a 1969 911S. He's been Pres. V-Pres, Zone Rep, & PCR Chair. He's currently the 914 Advocate and drives the Truxster to AX/TT events. He has a 1972 911S and a 1973 914 2.0.

Membership Club Race Co-Chair

H - (972) 939-7967 C - (972) 754-2064 tom.annette@verizon.net AX/TT Schools Kevin Hardison

khardison@usseryprinting.com

Concours Chair Bob Bianconi

Sunday Drive Chair Clint Blackman

C: (817) 932-4155 concours@mavpca.org

H: (214) 696-8000 cb3law@sbcglobal.net

W: 214-535-9852 H: 972-385-9008 treasurer@mavpca.org Bob has been a member of PCA since 2004 and is active in Autocrosses and Time Trials.

He is also an instructor for Driver’s Ed events and drives a 1988 911 Carrera.

Managing Editor Jan Mayo

Joel Nannis H - (972) 722-2735 membership@mavpca.org

H - (817) 595-4651 C - (817) 313-9406 editor@mavpca.org

Club Race Co-Chair

Photo & Layout Editor Matt Platts

Bill Miller W - (972) 830-2676 bill.miller@tm.com Socials

Ed & Tracey Gross (H) - (972) 491-2104 social@mavpca.org

Goodie Store

Christy Dominick (H) - 817-909-0966 goodiestore@mavpca.org

C - (817) 919-1253 W - (817) 440-2090 photo@mavpca.org Content Editor Wendy Shoffit

H - (972) 506-7449 C - (972) 977-9821 content@mavpca.org Event Ad Design Mark Gluck

C - (817)706-9061 vp@mavpca.org

Web Site Denny Payne

AX/TT Rules Chair Charlie Davis

webmaster@mavpca.org

H- 940-682-4719 secretary@mavpca.org

Email List Moderator Bob Benson

Printing Fran Ussery

W - (817) 264-8357 H - (817) 457-8833 bbenson1@airmail.net

W - (972) 438-8344 H - (817) 481-8342 fran@usseryprinting.com

Email List Moderator Matt Platts

Advertising Lisa Steele

C - (817) 919-1253 W - (817) 440-2090 matt@platts.net

H - (214) 709-6418 ads@mavpca.org

Mentor Program Dennis Chamberlain

Mailing & Technology Andy Mears

W - (972) 788-0871 Dennis@dennischamberlaincpa.com

H - (940) 321-8683 W - (214) 360-9221 amears@attglobal.net

mikeldean@earthlink.net

AX/TT Schools Tom Snodgrass

Treasurer Bob Kuykendall 15801 Ranchita Dallas, TX 75248

Zone 5 Representative Caren Cooper

Past President Rocky Johnson

C - (512) 698-2747 zone5rep@hcrpca.org

H - (903) 356-6531 C - (972)816-1769 rrjjaj42@aol.com

Please help us to keep growing!

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Catch my Draft

by James Shoffit, the Maverick Region President was thinking a lot about Parade (our Porsche Club National Convention) and how we can encourage Mavericks to go out and try it. I was trying to figure out what exactly the draw was for those of us that are so addicted to the national event and how we can share that with other members of the club who may not have tried it yet. But it isn’t really ONE thing that I look forward to. It is the combination of things that all roll together to make each Parade a unique and wonderful experience.

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First of all there are the national level competitions. Wendy and I love competing (some of you may have already gathered that!) and doing so against Porsche nuts from around the country multiplies our fun. Even when we don’t do well, we have a great time trying. And you might be surprised at how well you do! My very first Parade, I ended up with a trophy in Tech Quiz, and I had no idea I even knew anything!

Another reason we enjoy Parade is the friends we get to see there. You add new people to your circle of friends every year. It is nice catching up with them, seeing what cars they have now, how their kids have grown, and what they have been up to the past year.

like-minded people is amazing.

We get to stay at fabulous hotels, at reasonable costs, and every trip up and down the elevator brings you more people with Porsches. And the areas we visit are all unique and have a flavor all their own. You can spend hours (or days) exploring the surrounding region, finding all kinds of wonderful places to shop and eat.

Now, I understand Parade isn’t for everyone. Not everyone can be as passionate about these silly cars as I am. And not everyone wants to spend a week or more of their vacation time doing this type of thing. But if any of this sounded interesting to you, it is time to start planning. Make sure you have allocated some vacation days, and start looking at your driving routes to Charlotte, NC, now (or you can even fly in – we have quite a few people do that as well). And kids are MORE than welcome at Parade – it makes a fantastic family vacation, as there is plenty for kids of all ages to do. And if you have any questions at all, I think you know how to reach me. Call or email any time!

Come on out and join the fun! See you soon!

But one of the things Wendy and I look forward to the most is the drive out there. I know lots of people will disagree with us, but we thoroughly enjoyed our 3,600 miles of towing a Porsche this year. Each Parade is in a different location so we get to drive on new roads, see new sights, and spend time together in a completely different way.

No phones, no email, no job distractions, no kitchen to clean – time to clear your head and think, and talk about all those things you wish you had time to discuss.

Not to mention that on the way there we took Jasmine to Carlsbad Caverns, and on the way back we visited the Grand Canyon and Canyon de Chelly.

But why would you, the first timer, be interested in going?

One of the neat things that new Parade attendees enjoy is meeting Peter Porsche. He is the son of Ferry, and has attended over 20 of the recent Parades. He is very friendly, and is always smiling and signing autographs and posing for pictures.

He is very approachable and loves Parade, Porsche Club members, and Mavericks in particular!

Another reason you might want to go is to try something new. Even if you went to the Fort Worth Parade in 2004, going to an out-of-town Parade is a completely different experience. It is like taking a French class versus studying in France for a semester. The immersion with all the 5

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Maverick Region Driver’s Education We’re The Best Come Learn from the Best

The 2007 DE program is in full stride and we’re heading for a memorable Fall Finish. You won’t want to miss it. Come join us . . .

September 22-23 October 27-28 November 17-18

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That’s right. Maverick Region visits Eagle’s Canyon for the first time. Learning a new track is challenging and fun. It could be difficult without the right instruction.

So come learn with the best DE program.

Enjoy competitive pricing, comprehensive instruction, nationally trained and highly experienced instructors, safety and courtesy, all in a fun, encouraging environment.

REGISTER ONLINE: http://www.ClubRegistration.com Incredibly quick and easy. Use PayPal, Credit Card, or pay by check. Registration is currently open. Find all the registration details, facts and figures on the Club Registration website.

DE QUESTIONS? You can find details all year at: http://mav.pca.org/mav/Events/DE.asp See you at the track — it’s going to be a great ending to 2007!

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Maverick Minutes

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averick Region board meeting on July 10, 2007…

In attendance: James Shoffit, Mark Gluck, Bob Kuykendall, Denny Payne, Lisa Steele, Tracey Gross, Andrea Bell, Bryan Bell, Joel Nannis, Charlie Davis, Teri Davis, Travis Howard, Clay Perrine, Jan Mayo, & Wendy Shoffit. James called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. James reported that Maverick will host the National Winter Board Meeting on Feb 2-3, 2008. No information yet on where or the exact schedule.

Eagle’s Canyon has had a setback. The recent rains have damaged the paving and repaving is underway. Three of the turns will be made faster and safer. Bryan Henderson is the Chief Driving Instructor at Eagle’s Canyon.

James reported (with help from Joel) that Keith Olcha was working on sponsorship. He then discussed the need for “keeper” trophies for the Selcer Award recipients. Finally, James (again) asked for volunteers for the Addison, Bedford, and Plano lunches. We need members who will attend and be contacts for these events.

Wendy gave a lengthy and excellent Parade report. I’ll not report all that, as it will be in the next issue. I WILL report that MR received the Public Service Award for our efforts getting the Huffaker-Hughes Hope House constructed.

Jan asked if we want to continue sponsoring the Kid’s Events at Parades. We decided that it has to be the decision of the Parade organizers, as they might have a “paying” sponsor.

She also asked for “stuff ” for Slipstream. Lisa agreed to write an article about the Father’s Day Picnic.

Joel reported we have 1210 members at the moment. He recently sent out 35 renewal letters… no responses yet.

Bob reported that he and Dennis had talked with Bob Knight regarding the pending audit of our financial books, who questioned the wisdom of doing this. His belief was that a $1000 audit is not worth much. We discussed this and decided that since most of our current receipts are via PayPal (directly to the bank account) and checks, with very little cash involved, that we would take Bob Knight’s advice. Besides, we trust our treasurer. He also told us that the recent Club Race lost over $10,000 which was due primarily to a 40% drop in Club Racer attendance.

Denny, subbing for Christy, said that the logo hats sold well at the recent autocross. Denny, subbing for Denny, asked for more Picture of the Week submissions.

Lisa led a discussion of Slipstream rates. It’s been a few years since we’ve bumped them. We have a waiting list of advertisers and our circulation is higher. Production costs continue to rise. Lisa agreed to get with Keith Olcha to devise a consistent policy for advertisers and sponsors regarding Slipstream

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ads. Ocassionally our major sponsors ask for specific ad locations.

Bryan reported that TimeTrial #5 and Autocross #5 were well attended, in spite of the threat of rain. Water donations totaling $65 were given to Hope. The last official TT/AX events will be on September 15-16 at Mineral Wells, then the Charity AX on Oct 14th at TMS. He reported that we had decided to hold the Concours on the same day as the autocross. We have not yet decided on the schedule or the venue for the Concours.

There was a minor injury at AX #5 during the worker change so we decided it would be a good thing to purchase a new first aid kit for the Truxster.

Mark reported that we did have insurance for the above autocross…and for all other events too.

Tracey agreed that the Father’s Day Picnic was good. She has scheduled the Post-Parade Dinner at Saltgrass Steakhouse in Grapevine. She reported that we have an offer to host the Holiday Party in Ft. Worth again, but we hope to have an alternate location near Dallas, as alternating seems to be the norm.

Any Dallas County volunteers?

Charlie requested that he not be listed as Club Photographer in Slipstream, but rather as the AX/TT Rules Committee Chair. This prompted several other changes to Pg 4.

Teri, performing her proofreading duties in arrears, noted

Yokohama Tire Tech Winner

by Doug Molny ast month I received a call from our friends and newlyweds Mark and Monda Hanna asking me to join them for a tech session at Discount Tire. I must admit I have not been to a tech session for a couple of years but the mention of a raffle for a set of Yokohama tires was too much to keep me away. Somehow I talked my wife into going with me. Now, Melinda is not one who would normally sit in on a meeting at a tire store with a bunch of guys talking about camber, caster, tire temps, etc. However, I told her that Mark and Monda were going and that I just had a feeling we needed to go. I thought we would hook up for dinner with them after the session. The session went on for a couple of hours and turned out to be very informative with several executives from Yokohama there as well as Colby McGehee, the Texas Rep, who is a knowledgeable young man who could answer our questions about racing and tires.

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They asked us to write our names down on paper and threw them into a hat for door prizes. I won a coffee mug and Melinda won something else small. Then all the names were placed back

into the hat for the grand prize and Melinda's name was pulled out again. Man, was I lucky my wife did not need tires for her Lexus! She was happy to pass the gift to me for my 1995 993 Cab, which was desperate for new tires. Discount Tire was very nice to accommodate me and I now have a set of Yokohamas Avain Sports. Believe me they are great tires - excellent dry and wet traction. This included mounting, balancing, and the guys at the store even cleaned the wheels! This has to be the best gift I could have imagined and I, of course, gave my friend Mark the coffee mug. I could see in his eyes he wanted the tires and I hope next time he wins.

Yokohama also sent me a Porsche Factory DVD of the 356 being built from scratch, which must be from the very early 1950's. A very cool film. I even thought I spotted a 912 somewhere in the film (maybe a prototype). I will have some copies made. By the way, I need to thank Mark Hanna for calling me and inviting me to the tech session.

Thanks to Discount Tire for the set of tires and for sponsoring a great event.

Discount Tire Manager, Todd, congratulating Doug

Maverick Minutes Cont. there were two “meeings� in the current calendar. She reported that the rally school had eight cars, made $20.40 profit, and produced a winner at Parade.

Travis thanked James for completing the autocross results.

He also complemented the course designer of the last autocross (Joel) who did it with only five pylons!

Clay attended because he has agreed to be the 2008 Autocross Chair. He had some suggestions for changes to the rules. Charlie explained that as the Autocross Chair he will automatically be on the Rules Committee. One of his key points was increasing the number of runs above 5. Clay will start scheduling AX events as soon as the track events are scheduled.

James adjourned the meeting at 9:12 PM.

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From the Tech Q&A - 928

by John Veninger - 928 Tech Advisor uestion: This vehicle has been in storage for over 10 years and just recently restored to running condition. The rear quarter panels appear to have warped from time and I would like to find out what options are available to rectify the problem. The material over the panels are still in great shape (no cracking).

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nswer: I know of three options to solve the rear warped panel issue. The first is the least labor intensive; buy a pair of good used ones. The second option is to use epoxy resin and glass cloth to fix the warped area. The epoxy will soak into the fiberboard and make it stiffer to prevent future warping. The last option is to rivet a 2� wide strip of metal the full length of the panel on the underside as close to the edge as possible. This will straighten out most of the warping.

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A Newbie’s First Rally School

by Peg Kierstead hen my husband, Steve, and I (two brand new members of the PCA’s Maverick Region) arrived at the Hackberry Country Club for the June Rally School, we knew we were in a good place. Long-time members and other newbies were all welcoming and pleasant people.

∂Photos by Charlie Davis

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During a lunch of chicken salad s a n dw i ch e s and fresh fruit, rally mistress Teri Davis got down to business. As she went Teri Davis diagraming an intersection through her detailed review of General Instructions, Supplemental GI’s, the glossary, and the pink sheet we found ourselves lost in a flurry of papers, but we relaxed when Teri assured us it’s a game and it’s about having fun.

Getting into our Cayman and lining up for the start had a calming effect, and I felt a thrill as I counted down the seconds to our start time. (I must add “Note to Newbie: basic rules of safety still apply.” We almost pulled through a stop sign without realizing cross traffic did not stop.)

It was fun working our way through the transit zone and leg one; we looked for road signs, remembered notes, and compared our time against the instructions. New phrases and concepts rolled off our tongues: CAST, notes, counting pauses, “Is this a T?” We arrived at Checkpoint One in good time, and then it all fell apart. There was a road we couldn’t find, despite two attempts, and we just drove back to the country club.

Series Totals Points 263.0 261.5 194.5 194.5 190.0 185.8 185.8 156.3 156.3 104.5 104.5 98.8 98.8 97.8 97.8 96.8 96.8 96.8 96.8 96.8 95.8 95.8 91.7 90.5 90.5 86.0 86.0 49.3 49.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

There we found a lively discussion in progress. A poll was taken: “Did you find Belt Line?” A strange mantra was heard: “ONLY ONLY ONLY.” (This refers to a lane sign with three arrows describing the only way each lane could turn. Many people never saw it; apparently the group found a trap Teri hadn’t intended.) We newbies also learned an important fact: checkpoints are not indicated in the instructions. Then the rally mistress returned, recapped the discussion of misses and problems, and put Driver the whole thing in focus. We learned where we James Shoffit had gone wrong and that we weren’t the only Steve Kierstead ones fooled.

David Salaki Dave Frick Steve and I left the rally glowing with the Ron Havelaar aftereffects of time well-spent, happy to have Catherine LaCroix met some nice people and to have challenged Henry Fells ourselves with a new activity. I feel an obsession Clay Perrine coming on.

Entrant Shoffit Shoffit Perrine Perrine Mayo Frick Frick Kierstead Kierstead Stephan Stephan Fickes Fickes Hughes Hughes Bowen Pelchat Shoffit Waddell Waddell Kuykendall Kuykendall Davis Williams Williams Bradley Bradley Briggs Briggs Nannis Nannis Fella Woodward Havelaar Havelaar

Wendy James Betty Clay Jan Dave Jean Peg Steve Debbie Troy Ed Sharon Hanna Kevin Jim Janet Jasmine Bob Lady Bob Lourdes Kevan Mark Virginia Ethan Richard Bobbie Frank Erica Joel Henry Sarah Marylou Ron

Rally 1 98.3 96.8 97.8 97.8 98.3 97.8 97.8

Rally 2

Rally 3 164.7 164.7 96.7 0.0 96.7 0.0 91.7 88.0 88.0 156.3 156.3

104.5 104.5 98.8 98.8 97.8 97.8 96.8 96.8 96.8 96.8 96.8 95.8 95.8 91.7 90.5 90.5 86.0 86.0 49.3 49.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

June 10 Rally Navigator Leg 1 Wendy Shoffit500 6 Peg Kierstad 31 500 Scott Ripley452 190 Jean Frick 500 236 Marylou Havelaar 500 Mark LaCroix500 500 Sarah Woodward 500 Betty Perrine500 dnf

Leg 2 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500

Leg 3 1006 1031 1142 1236 500 1500 500 dnf

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My First Porsche Club Article

by Grant A. Gosler reetings, Porsche fans. A quick introduction should be in order here.

My name is Grant Austin Gosler. Some of you from various track days might have seen me lurking about and in turn quickly hidden your daughters of age and valuables. I’m the greasy unkempt guy that leaves motor oil on the jukebox buttons.

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Don’t go backing away yet, I am gainfully employed as an artist for a video game company. With the illusion of vagrancy dispelled I can focus on my recent opportunity to compose an article for this publication. I must start off by admitting I do not own a Porsche.

I have been a general sports car fan for much of my life, and Porsches have always been one of my very favorite automobile marques. Functional Teutonic skin stretched over championship winning guts is a combination fit for even his holiness the Great Lizard Pope. On top of that, Porsche has always been a true individual in the business of fun cars.

These cars are often noted for such features as curious aircooled engines hanging out in space, stark, upright yet Author Grant and Friends focused interiors, and bizarre pop up headlights, resembling Kermit the Frog trying to wire his house on a budget. To this day I still see hound’s tooth overlaid upon my vision due to retinal damage incurred from a pair of Porsche seats. This is not a negative slant in any way, as I often fancy myself as possessing my own share of “unique” qualities. Considering the fact that I am afraid of the dark, cannot tell time on an analog clock, and style my sideburns after a werewolf, one might see I am in hardly the position to throw stones. So, you may ask, if I have such a fraternal connection to this car why do I not own one? Why have I shown up to the track lately in a swoopy, American monstrosity? I do have the answer for all this, in a tidy, written format that amazingly resembles an article. I was thinking that since I wanted to compose an article for this very magazine, I could actuate 2 valves with a single camshaft.

At this point you might be thinking that this article is nothing more than a stream of consciousness rant. You might even want to roll this publication up and fire it at my home, tied to a ballista bolt ….on fire. But I urge you to think about what you are doing, and preserve the section containing the paid advertisements. And about those ballista bolts, you can find me at the following address: 1060 W Addison St. Chicago, IL 60613 My racing interests began long ago with my involvement in the White Trash Stoplight Derby League operating on the streets of many Texas small towns. I further proved my mettle driving in the Good Ole Boy Dirt Road Rally on gravel strewn back roads. We even had mailboxes instead of cones along the race course. In those days the 302 Fox platform Mustang was the car of choice. Stinky, square, and balanced like a blacksmith’s hammer, the only redeeming quality of this car was the lumping big V8. We could make power in this engine as easily as we could produce spit-wads in detention.

The styling, braking, and handling could further be compared to an overseas 14

crate loose on a cargo ship deck in a terrific storm. But like many things in a small town that teenaged boys are drawn to, the Mustang’s looks would grow on you, especially with a bottle of Boone’s Farm. It was an acceptable machine for the circumstances.

But wait a second now. I am not all beer cans and gimme hats here. It turns out my mother lives in Europe, in The Netherlands to be exact. I spent several summers escaping college life sleazing around Western Europe on trains. For those who might not understand how a pancake flat, sub sea level country known for its hash, hookers and Heineken can spark any semblance of driving passion, may I direct your attention to a location a few hundred miles to the south east. Nestled amongst the trees is - what would first appear to be a dyslexic concrete tapeworm doing its best impression of the letter “D” - The Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit. This track is a public road for periods of time. Anyone with a bit of spare cash and some wheels can brave its ribbony lengths at their own risk. It’s a great track in that it is excessively long; it is filled with traffic, and feels as wide as a sidewalk at speed.

It was here that I made new German acquaintances in the BMW 2002 Tii and the Porsche/VW 914. One of these cars offered upright saloon seating, complete with ample headroom with a greenhouse of glass. The 2002 was the type of car one could drive on track with zeal. Amazing, too, is that it would easily cart three of your best mates all the way to St. Jerome’s Pub in the winding brick throat of Den Haag.

The other car made me feel like I was sitting on the floor with a mental lawnmower engine chasing me about. This car was a real teeth rattler. This 914 cockpit featured a slim dashboard with hardly room for a drink, and forget about leaning that seat back at all. The little 914 was track savvy enough, even with near solid rock suspension components and a curious wafting fuel odor. Yet, in every day life, this machine was game for cobblestone bouncing into the city Centrum after a bag of frites at Polleke.

Thus, I would return to the States with a new respect for curves, apexes and the idea that turning cars can be as fun as making them go in a straight line. Now I needed a car that would properly entertain my new driving philosophy. Acquiring a 914 or 2002 was turning out to become a difficult task.

These are great cars, but they both suffer from being a tad on the rare side.

They are also the types of cars that benefit from much fiddling under the hood. The few candidates I found needed immediate attention. I began to wonder if there was something out there with stellar handling, acceptable looks, and affordable to boot? Was there a car for me that did not use a fuel delivery system similar to the one powering Ivanhoe’s horse?

Enter the Mazda Mx5 Miata. Upon mention of this car, I usually prepare myself for comments containing the words “chick car” or “hair dryer.”

The Miata’s halo effect is one of the only downsides to the car. Power may be a problem for some, but that is what the aftermarket is for. Soon enough I had the tiny roadster packed with go fast goodies. Supercharged induction is just one highlight in that long line of Miata products. I even bought a 1999 Sport to use as a stocker. I drove my Miata through college and for a few years after. The Miata experience was really tremendous, but being a self doubting social sheep type I could not continue trying to live down the image assigned to me by the masses. From here on out I could only do what every red blooded American with low self esteem, long work hours, and disposable income would do, I decided to exercise my right as a consumer.

This time around I would seek out an entirely new level of machine. I wanted to combine and congeal some of my favorite vehicular ideals into one car. The basic idea of the BMW M3 could possibly evoke the spirit of a 2002Tii with practical power and poise, so naturally this was a great candi-

date. On the other hand, my test drives of the Boxster, Cayman and the microscopic Lotus Elise brought back memories of a 914 all grown up. The Elise especially won me over with its soundtrack of road debris enjoyed from such a low position within the already short car.

If only I could somehow get a Miata and an old Mustang to snuggle up and produce some kind of unholy offspring. With the right genetic mix, I might breed a sleek handling rear driver with an enormous torque biased V8. And possibly the car would endow me with a bit of “shed-cred” to keep my hulking, good old boy relatives from beating me up. And that’s when I remembered something. I can recall a host of roaring plastic doorstops from many of my track days, zooming past me. I still can still see clearly the four red eyes disappearing down the straights. Could a Corvette really have the genitalia compensation power I have heard so much about? Does confidence and happiness come in six liter doses? I can assure you yes it does indeed. The Corvette is like a heavy dose of lap time Viagra. I have traded my ham hands and my lead foot for a Burt Reynolds mask with matching Saturn Five rocket booster underwear. I like this car so much my only planned modifications are a “Dixie Song” horn and a curious reciprocating red light that zigs horizontally between the headlamps. I suppose this car appeals to two important facets of my personality like a Frosted Mini Wheats commercial. The torque laden V8 appeals to the macho bubba in me while my sensitive art poofter side loves to toy with endless grip and balance.

H i l l C o u nt r y R e g i on Porsche Club of America D r i v e r ’ s E d u c a t i on Texas World Speedway C o l l e g e S t a t i o n, Te x a s O c t ob e r 2 0 - 2 1 , 2 0 0 7 Register at:

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So now you have it, my justification for not owning a Porsche. I suppose if I suffer enough vehicular stigma I could be moved to look elsewhere for driving satisfaction and social acceptance.

Artrwork by Grant Gosler

Note from the Author: As a side note, I have provided some cover art to Slipstream. To prevent the dear reader from having to conduct the arduous chore of closing the magazine to see it, it is reprinted here for your convenience.

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Time Trial #5, June 30

Autocross #5, July 1

Class 2 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 9 L L OA OA OA OA OA OA OA OE OG OG OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ

Class 2 2 3 3 3 3 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 L L L OA OA OA OE OG OG OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ OJ

Name Travis Howard Robyn Howard Chuck McCoy Adam Ussery Carl Ussery Joel Nannis Ray Nannis Bob Kuykendall Mark Steele Lisa Steele David Frick Bryan Bell Jim Hedderick Jeff Herrmann Darron Shaffer Rick Gonzales Tannia Dobbins Andrea Bell Grant Gosler Lisa Savage Christy Dominick Denny Payne Seth Hawkins James Wilkinson Seth Hawkins Ryan Monday Terry Thornton Cliff Cook David Bowlin Vivek Goel Mitch Williams Jerrett Jan Artem Volchik Sridhar Tuggudem

No. 95 65 44 91 16 3 6 911 99 66 34 204 39 81 242 21 77 20 28 79 199 991 33 57 33 35 11 43 2 19 186 723 61 237

Driving Yellow 914 Red 944 White 944 Silver 914 Silver 914 Blue Boxster Blue Boxster Black 911 Red Boxster S Red Boxster S Seal Gray Boxster Silver 996 Silver Boxster Black 912 Green Boxster S Yellow 914-6 Red Boxster S Silver 996 Black Corvette Black Corvette Blue Crossfire Blue Crossfire Black Corvette Blue Mustang White Neon Silver Elise Black 325is White 328i Yellow Integra Type R Silver RSX-S Red Miata White Miata Black Cherry TC White Miata

Time 93.525 98.466 90.952 99.365 107.528 92.913 95.257 85.794 86.982 88.124 96.209 81.233 84.495 85.154 87.349 83.891 87.157 90.796 84.976 87.616 87.655 88.176 91.591 93.003 104.635 91.681 90.045 95.983 86.247 87.242 87.369 92.320 104.052 107.584

Name Travis Howard Robyn Howard Chuck McCoy James Milton Michael Brown John Reynolds Ray Nannis Joel Nannis Bob Kuykendall Mark Steele Lisa Steele Bryan Bell Jeff Larson Jeff Herrmann Darron Shaffer Marilynn Moseley Tannia Dobbins Andrea Bell Lisa Savage Denny Payne Christy Dominick Ryan Monday Mike Lockas Martin Lumpkin Michael Vasey Mark Cameron Joseph Kan Lorin Stolz David Loi Jerrett Jan Aqib Kazi Henry Vo Kobin Caddick

Top 10 Porsches 81.233 83.891 84.495 85.154 85.794

Mark Steele Tannia Dobbins Darron Shaffer Lisa Steele Andrea Bell

Driving Yellow 914 Red 944 White 944 Wht Gld Met 911 SC Blue 914-Michael Maroon 914 Blue Boxster Blue Boxster Black 911 Red Boxster S Red Boxster S Silver 996 Blue Cayman S Black 912 Green Boxster S Blue Cayman S Red Boxster S Silver 996 Black Corvette Blue Crossfire Blue Crossfire Silver Elise Black M3 Black M3 Silver STI Blue Miata Blue RX8 Blue Miata White S2000 White Miata Blk Prelude Type SH Silver S2000 Silver MR2

Time 80.147 84.064 79.388 80.142 82.426 83.367 81.751 82.273 75.550 76.249 77.650 73.021 73.752 74.698 77.851 75.393 76.298 80.806 78.667 79.185 81.626 80.240 78.352 79.475 71.597 72.794 73.925 77.129 78.269 78.771 79.182 81.126 91.981

Top 10 Porsches Bryan Bell Jeff Larson Jeff Herrmann Marilynn Moseley Bob Kuykendall

86.982 87.157 87.349 88.124 90.796

73.021 73.752 74.698 75.393 75.550

Mark Steele Tannia Dobbins Lisa Steele Darron Shaffer Chuck McCoy

76.249 76.298 77.650 77.851 79.388

Photos by David Loi

Photos by David Loi

Bryan Bell Rick Gonzales Jim Hedderick Jeff Herrmann Bob Kuykendall

No. 95 65 44 82 41 42 6 3 911 99 66 204 2 81 242 23 77 20 79 991 199 35 31 131 713 152 332 21 0 723 786 7 27

Henry Vo

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The Ladies Lisa

Father’s Day - Rain or Shine!

by Lisa Steele any people probably thought that the Father’s Day social was cancelled due to rain, rain, and more rain, but we actually had a wonderful time with approximately 35ish people. This year we met at the BEAUTIFUL home of the Bell Family. Their house is very unique with something like 12 exterior doors, lots of windows, ponds (ask Andrea and Bryan what they find in those ponds), and a very open floor plan. I could never use the right words to describe the gorgeous view of natural landscape that surrounds their home. Once everyone had the grand tour, you could not resist the aroma from the chocolate fountain Andrea set up in the kitchen…we all nibbled on chocolate covered strawberries, marshmallows, pretzels, bananas, cookies, and whatever else you wanted to experiment with.

Photos by Charlie Davis

Once the grill got fired up by Grill Master Bryan Bell, everyone got a plate and started filling it with the various side dishes brought by all…the most popular dish seem to be the Conner starts the splashing raman noodle salad made by Christy Dominick…yummy! Of course, the Bells were prepared with tables set up in the garage, so there was plenty of space to eat and stay dry. Once our tummies were full, the sun decided to make an appearance and the kids immediately jumped into the swimming pool…a little chilly but who cares when you’re a kid? A great time was had by all and it was so nice to see all of the fathers from our Porsche family. A huge Thank You to the Bell Family for opening up their fabulous home to us all!

Michele DeJong blowing the tube for Emily

Jean & Dave Frick patiently waiting for the recipe for Christy’s salad

Photos by Charlie Davis

Photos by Charlie Davis

Conner, the youngest member of the Bell family, opened his rather large bedroom to the other kiddos that came. The kids were very anxious to get in the swimming pool but mother-nature was not being very accommodating, so Conner had games to play and some origami to make.

Photos by Charlie Davis

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Trivia Contest July It’s Easy To Play: Enter online at http://mav.pca.org or email answers to: Trivia@mavpca.org. Thanks to Bob Kuykendall for putting this together!

Rules: 1 Point per each correct answer. 1 entry per member. Drawing to tie break. Deadline 8/31/07.

Congratulations to our June winner, David Keens Honorable mention to: Jeff Gann, Grant Rutledge, and Cyril Reif May Answers: 1) d 2) d 3) b 4) c 5) c

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1. Which of these movies did not include a Porsche: a. Risky Business b. Gumball Rally c. Back to the Future d. Bachelor Party 2. At the start of the movie LeMans, Steve McQueen drives up in his: a. Porsche 917 b. Porsche 911S c. Ferrari 512 d. Porsche 356 3. The Porsche 993 RS Club Sport edition was lighter than a regular 993 by how many kg? a. None b. 50 c. 100 d. 132 4. The club race car of choice for the majority of nation wide PCA instructors appears to be: a. 944 Turbo b. 3.2 Carrera c. RS America d. 911E 5. What car does this toolkit belong to? a. Porsche 911R b. Porsche 928 c. Porsche 914 d. Porsche 356

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Cars are built from mild to wild, depending upon what class you plan to enter and to what level you want to participate.

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Porsche Club of America Escape 2007

by Jill Beck, PCA National Newsletter Chair ark down October 11-14 on your calendar for this year’s PCA Escape Weekend. This year, the Potomac Region is hosting “Escape Into American History.”

Enjoy four fun filled days of touring, socializing and showing off your Porsche. The headquarters is the beautiful Marriott Westfields Hotel in Chantilly, Virginia.

From a Welcome Reception on Thursday to a bevy of tours to choose from on Friday and Saturday, to an Escape Dinner on Saturday and a low key car show on Sunday, you’ll take away a lifetime of memories.

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The Marriott Westfields Hotel is offering a special rate of $129.00 (plus tax) per night. This rate also includes a full breakfast for two each morning. In addition, there will be secured Porsche only parking and a wash station to keep your pride and joy nice and shiny all weekend. For those who are flying in, the hotel is close to the Dulles Airport.

The Escape begins Thursday evening with Registration and a Welcome Reception at the Marriott Hotel. Afterwards, 22

you’re free to dine in any of the great local restaurants. The 2007 Escape team will provide you with many suggestions.

Friday and Saturday is chock full of driving tours.

Choose between half or full day tours. Here is a list of the tours that will be offered. The Udvar-Hazy Air and Space Museum; Annapolis and the United States Naval Academy; Arlington Cemetery and Women in Military Service Memorial; Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens; Harpers Ferry National Historic Park; The Covered Bridges of Maryland, F a m o u s Battlefields, The National Museum of M a r i n e Corps and Heritage C e n t e r ; Skyline Drive and Virginia W i n e Countr y.

Each of these tours is led by a knowledgeable Potomac member.

They will be happy to help you find which tours will satisfy your appetite for a taste of American history.

Please check the website for detailed descriptions of each tour.

After touring the area on S a t u rd ay, join us for dinner at the historic Hunter House where you’ll be able to share your stories with other PCAers.

Registration is limited, so don’t delay. Visit www.pca.org for further information or contact the event registrar, Tom Bobbitt at tom.pca@cox.net or 757-259-7823.

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Happy Hour at Champps

by Dennis Chamberlain t always rains when we go to Champps, and so the afternoon rain storm was no surprise – especially with the kind of weather we’d been having for two months. But as in prior years, it was no problem. The turnout was fine. Besides, the rain stopped an hour or two before the Happy Hour began.

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We had new members, old members, and intermediate members. We even had members who ordinarily confine their happiness to the track, rather than food and beverages – like Mark Steele, for example.

At first, I didn’t recognize him without his racing helmet.

New attendees and members included Karen and Mike Thompson. Karen and Mike have a ranch in Kansas that has suffered from the floods, but they were in Dallas long enough to come to their first happy hour and it was great to visit with them.

Mark sans helmet

For our Mike and Karen August 16 Happy Hour we’re returning to Razzoo’s in Irving. Take the MacArthur exit off 635 and get on the LBJ service road going west. Razzoo’s will be on your right, several blocks down. As you probably know, they serve large portions of Cajun and American food. Hope to see you there!

Big Smiles all around

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Boxstoberfest 2007 September 7, 8 and 9, 2007 Fredericksburg, Texas Boxstoberfest is an annual event, held in Fredericksburg, TX - right in the middle of the TX hill country.

As always, Boxstoberfest is free (no registration fee, but you are responsible for your own meals and lodging). This year, the event is Sept 7-9. Boxstoberfest is a low key event that the main focus is the Saturday drive. Some of the best driving roads in the US will be covered. As always, we will be hitting the “twisted sisters� - 335, 336 and 337. These roads have great elevation changes, tight twisties, and straight sections with virtually no other traffic so you can really enjoy what your Boxster was built to do.

The event starts off Friday night at the Auslander restaurant, where everyone gets their goody bags and maps, meets up with old friends and makes a few new friends (and have a few beers).

Saturday starts off at the Gillespie County Airport, where we all line up for a mini concourse . . .

. . . then off to the drive.

After an exciting day, we meet back up at the Officers Club, wind down a bit, then meet back up for dinner and door prizes.

Everyone who has been has had a wonderful time. For more information, go to www.boxstoberfest.com or email mshassere@pharm-olam.com.

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New Wheels

If you have any changes that you would like to make to the MRPCA membership guide, call Joel Nannis at 817-329-1600

by Joel Nannis Aki, Robert Denton, TX 2004 996 GT3

Lewis, Kevin Dallas, TX 2007 Cayman S

Armstrong, Scott Terrell, TX 1978 911 SC

Lyschik, Richard (Becky) Dallas, TX 2006 Cayenne

Barber, Barton Arlington, TX 7007 987 Boxster S

Nguyen, Chris Garland, TX 2007 Cayman

Briggs, Roger (Lara) Colleyville, TX 2004 Cayenne

Orgeron, Kenneth Allen, TX 2006 997

Duarte, Brett Dallas, TX 2001 986 Boxster S

Pleasant, Lisa (James) Flower Mound, TX 2002 996

Forest, Erica Dallas, TX 2006 Cayman S

Roundtree, Chris (Shanna) Frisco, TX 2001 996

Fredericksen, Lynn Dallas, TX 2006 Cayman S

Doherty, Christopher (Audra) Rockwall, TX 2000 986

Huber, Emery (Stacey) Colleyville, TX 1999 996

Houghton, William (Todd) Coppell, TX 1986 944

Jones, Matthew (Nichole) Newark, TX 2007 997 CS

Welcome, New Members!

You have just joined one of the best and most active PCA Regions in the country! Some clubs focus solely on social events, while others focus on just show and shine concours events.

Maverick Region is a club that focuses on providing our members with the tools necessary to have the ultimate in driving experiences.

You will notice that our region has many Time Trials, Autocrosses, and Drivers’ Education (DE) events (in addition to a yearly Club Race). This has been the spirit of the region for quite some time. We have some of the finest instructors in the country. Make sure you take full advantage of the driving experiences we have to offer.

Racing is not ALL we focus on, though. If racing doesn’t suit you, we have monthly happy hours, three monthly lunch gatherings, regular dinner socials, frequent driving tours on some fabulous roads in and around Texas, driving rallies (fun for the whole family), and regular opportunities to support our perpetual charity, the Hope Shelter.

If we don’t have what you’re looking for, just ask us... we might just add something extra to the calendar.

Please also feel free to share article ideas (and submissions)to editor@mavpca.org.

We’d love to hear from you!

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Anniversaries 5 Years Cohen, Robert & Karen King, Daniel & William Bridges, Doug Moulter, Harry & Toni Zalenski, Stanley & Katherine Byerley, Daniel & Ana Sumners, David

Plano Dallas Plano Dallas Carrollton Terrell Wylie

15 Years Gurley, Steve & Dawn Lackey, Kim & Pam

Ada Weatherford

20 Years Gohlke, Mark & Rose Diller, Richard & Carole

Plano Killeen

10 Years Thompson, Shane Cole, Steven & Judy Schreiber, Chuck & Michelle Richardson, Michael & Betty Feir

Bedford Dallas Plano Texarkana

Congratulations!

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For Sale: 28” Flawless Rims, from Carrera 4S. Re-furbished OEM, 8J X 18H2 and 10J X 18H2. Gorgeous! Only $2,000! Southlake area. Call Dennis 817-410-1188. Pictures available on request. (1) For Sale: Factory Aluminum collapsible spare Red, with tire, never inflated. PN 928.362.130.03. 5 ? x 15. ET 30. Fits 993, C2, 928, maybe others. Weighs 5 pounds less the steel spare that comes in the 80’s 911s. Very good condition. $35.

Vaughan Garrett 972-765-1408. vlgssp@yahoo.com (1) For Sale: FabSpeed MaxFlo Exhaust System for Boxster 987/Cayman.

Fabseed Motor Sports says dyno tested power improvement of up to 19.4 H P. In absolutely perfect condition. Looks brand new. $1000. Paul Farley 817 279-7651 bettypaulfarley@gmail.com. (1) For Sale: 2004 OEM Porsche Boxster Hardtop shipping crate (hardtop not included). Excellent condition. Approximately 26 x 57 x 64 (inches).

It is big and heavy so bring a truck. Cash and carry only. $200.00.

Contact Bob at 972-899-3078 or bob.lafebre@grandecom.net (2) Wheels & Tires: 996 Chrome 18" Hollow Spoke Turbo Wheels: with Michelin PS2 tires. Take offs from 2004 C4S with 11,300 miles. Fits 996 C2S, C4S and TT.Chrome/colored Porsche center caps and chrome Porsche logo valve stem caps. Wheels are excellent, Tires are fair with some miles left. Rear 18x11 1/2 and fronts 18x8.In Plano. $1300.00 for the set.

Larry 972-342-5000. PCA/Maverick Region Member. (2) Meticulously maintained 2004 911 C4S Cabriolet: This "as new" 2004 Cabriolet has only 9,500 miles on the clock and is pristine in every respect.

It is black with a limited edition (one of 200) tan leather interior. It has the much sought after Tiptronic S transmission. This flawless car can be seen by appointment. Please call 469-964-3102. Asking price: $66,000.00. gbase@airmail.net. (2) For Sale: 2.7L core motor $500.00. Motor is a complete long block assembly (no intake or exaust systems). Great for a rebuild or parts. S/N indicates it is from 1975, and I autocrossed it in a 914 until about until four years ago. Must pick up in San Antonio. David Humphries 210-710-7950 dhumphries@satx.rr.com (2) For Sale: 1985 white carrera coupe, 58,100 original miles, 5 speed.

Original through out and always garaged. No body damage or repaint.

Radiator type external oil cooler. Full blue leather interior, std electric seats, blue head liner. Front and rear spoilers, sun roof, factory air. Original 7 and 8 inch forged alloy wheels with Crested hubs, car cover, cd player, amber for lights, tail lights and side marker lights, rear fog light, H4 headlights with painted rings, head light washers. Two electric side mirrors, electric windows. 231 hp Euro model with original Euro front plate, all

documentation, manuals and records. Fresh tune by Mayo. This is a beautiful air cooled car and everything works. May be the finest 1985 available? $23,900.00 David Higbee 817-909-0625 cell. dhigbee@sbcglobal.net (2) For Sale: Fikse FM5 17” x 8.5” (2) & 17” x 10” (2). Color: “Race Black.”

Full set of Hoosier R6s mounted and ready to go. Rears fully rebuilt by Fikse last year (centers, seals, etc.). Hoosiers are not down to wear bars. $1500 seems fair ($3800 new). Dave C: 214-808-2440 (best way), davec944@earthlink.net.(2) Wanted dead or alive: Early 911 MFI magnesium stacks, linkage, and other related MFI parts. Manual (no electric) Sport seats (Tan would be great).

Scott Wolthuis 817-92-1046 or ScottWerks@charter.net. (3) For sale: Fox, four layer, Evolution car cover for 968 coupe. Approximately one year old and in great shape. $75. Arnie 972-527-9450. (3) For sale: Track Stuff: Southsport Track Trailer, Track Wheels/Tires, Seats and Harnesses. Southsport Track Trailer (stored inside garage) with extended length tire rack, long enough to hold six 18” wheels with room to spare.

Includes spare tire for trailer and tongue jack. Bought new in 2002 for $900; will sell for $650 OBO. Choice of 2 Hitches: Evo hitch fits 97-2002 986’s (that have black removable rear bumperettes) including 2” chrome trailer ball. $200. Or Willwood Hitch fits 99-2002 996 and Boxsters (that have black removable rear bumperettes) including 2” chrome trailer ball and locking receiver pins. Bought new in 2002 for $360 plus shipping. $300. Set of 17” Porsche wheels (Boxster 8.5/17 wheels front; 996 9.0/17 rears) with heat cycled (one run session at Motorsport Ranch) Kumho Victoracers 245/45 front and 275/40 rears, including 14 mm HR spacers and longer wheel bolts $900. True and straight, no curb rash but some nicks/scratches in the paint. One Pair Black Leather Porsche GT3 seats (made by Recaro) including the anti-submarine bars. $1600 OBO. Two Sets (enough for two cars, both sides) of Team Tech Ram Pack 5 point Harnesses includes shoulder, lap and sub straps—one is red belts with silver tabs; other is black with silver tabs; driver side of set has shoulder pads sewn in the shoulder straps. Rotary release buckles.

Interchangeable for bolt in (race car application) or clip in (street car application) $200 per set. Set of 18” 996 Turbo Hollow Spoke Wheels, with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup Tires mounted (perhaps a few track days left on tires). One of the front rims is slightly bowed and you can use or replace as you decide; I ran this rim as is for almost two years with no issue. Other 3 are true and straight. $450 OBO. Call Paul 214-457-1217, boxster99t@tx.rr.com. Due to shipping difficulty, DFW-area only please on wheels, seats and trailer. (3)

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Louden Motorcar Services has been servicing fine European motorcars in Dallas since 1977. From the moment you drive in, it is apparent that quality is our number one priority. From the comfortable waiting room to the well-kept workshop, Louden Motorcars exhibits professionalism.

We’ve been winning awards for the quality of our service for years. Louden has been rated “Best in Dallas” twice by D Magazine, “Best in Texas,” “Top Ten in the U.S.” and “Best in the West” by the Robert Bosch Corporation (worldwide leader in fuel injection and electronics).

And we’d like the opportunity to show you why.

11454 Reeder Road Dallas, Texas 75229 (972) 241-6326 www.loudenmotorcars.com

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