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April 2012
In This Issue
The Inside Track
Membership Report
AX Off-Camber Report
St. Patrick's Day Party
2012 Tour Season News
What's New on the Website
Learning the AX Ropes
991 Tech Session
Porsche Personen
Upcoming Events
Driving Season Tech from Les
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Dear Porsche Friend,  

Pam & Laurie
Pam Ryder & Laurie Delimon
Prieta Post Co-Editors

Volunteerism was recently described in a blog as the act of giving of the most priceless gift you possess, your time, given without expectation of tangible reward.

 

It's amazing that PCA, which serves more than 100,000 members, has only a handful of paid staff and is the largest single marque car club in the world. That says quite a bit about the passion and dedication of Porsche owners.

 

LPR has always had an active membership with so many willing to step up and do what is necessary to get the job done. We're not sure, but we're guessing that we may have a club member or two who has held every single Board Position and has the badges to prove it. Our LPR volunteers spend hours planning tours, plotting challenging rallyes and AX courses, writing and designing our newsletter and website, handling our finances, planning parties and charity events, managing our membership, selling advertising, arranging informative tech sessions, procuring event insurance, taking photographs, training newbie AX drivers and enough other activities that would overtake this newsletter. Bottom line, our volunteers keep this club vibrant and deserving of the moniker The Good Times Region.

 

So, think about joining in. Volunteer your time and your talent. Make a difference. Have fun. Meet new volunteers and ones that have a long history of giving of their time and energy. Share your passion for Porsche. Call or email any Board member or use the Contact Us Form on our website. And if life is just too busy to help out now, remember our volunteers with a simple "Thank You". That is our tangible reward!

 

 

Pam Ryder & Laurie Delimon

 

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The Inside Track
Doug Ryder
Doug Ryder
LPR President 

  

I don't know about you, but I am none too pleased with our skyrocketing gas prices! Like you, I fill up my 911 with maybe 15 to 20 gallons of gas and it costs a whopping $70 to $90!! I haven't yet given up my pleasure drives in the Santa Cruz mountains - but ouch!

 

My first thought, when upset with the constant rise at the pump, is the obscene profits the oil refining companies have been posting in recent years. Are they gouging the American public? Or, is the U.S. just catching up to the rest of the world, which has paid these prices for many years?

 

I thought it would be interesting to do a little research and try to give you some reasons why this is happening. One piece of good news is that supply is adequate, so we can still feed our cars and our passion - at least until the price of gas becomes just plain prohibitive.

 

Did You Know? 

  • In California we are running near 2008 pricing with regular gas cresting the $4.00 per gallon mark.
  • In North America alone there is enough oil to fuel every passenger car in the United States for 430 years.
  • The U.S. is the third largest oil-producing nation in the world, behind only Saudi Arabia and Russia. Our total recoverable oil resources are more than six times the proved reserves of Saudi Arabia.
N. American Oil vs World Oil Graph

 

The Washington Post recently advised that, "Readers should immediately discount anything politicians say about gas prices." Gleaned from several articles I read, the following five issues are the real reasons gas prices are climbing.

 

Demand

The recent recession in our economy (and other countries, as well) lowered the demand for oil, which in turn depressed gas prices. As the recovery is gaining steam and more people are working, demand for gasoline is rising. The Wall Street Journal recently reported, "Analysts warn that oil could become even more expensive in the second half of the year as supplies struggle to catch up with rising demand." It's the age-old law of supply and demand - demand goes up, so follows pricing.

 

Global Politics

Iran has threatened to blockade the Straits of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's oil supply flows. The result has been panic buying in Europe - further driving up prices. In addition, U.S. imposed sanctions could reduce demand for Iranian oil, lowering production requirements by up to 300,000 barrels a day!   

 

Speculation 

This is Wall Street's negative impact on gas prices. When Wall Street players speculate on futures for oil prices, it tends to add a premium to that oil and derivative gas prices. Not everyone buys into this but it is estimated by some, that it's adding 8 to 10 cents per gallon of crude oil and as much as 50 cents per gallon of gas - due to these speculative "bets". So, if you're paying $4.50 a gallon and fill your 20-gallon tank, costing you $90.00, you might be getting hit for $10.00 just in speculation "fees".

 

It's Seasonal

Typically we don't see gas prices increase until summer approaches and demand goes up through the vacation season. But this year we are seeing dramatic rises in prices in the dead of winter. The other seasonal driver for higher prices in summer is the increased smog level the summer heat exacerbates. Refineries then produce cleaner-burning fuels - that cost more.

 

Fuel Efficient Cars
How can fuel efficient cars drive up the cost of gas, you ask? They use less gas, but while that is a good thing, it reduces state revenues. California, which is in terrible fiscal condition, raises the gas tax to make up or the shortfall in revenues. Currently California gets 48.6 cents on every gallon of gas sold in the state. Not a small impact by any measure.

Gas Prices Feb 2011
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (Feb 2011)

 

 

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I get, so I will wrap up by providing this graphic.   

 

Seems like everybody is getting their piece but the American public. And, if you believe gas prices will eventually come back down to the good ole' days - I've got a bridge I'd like to sell you.  

 

 

Doug

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It's the People -- April 2012 Membership Report

 

Tom Provasi
Tom Provasi
Membership Director

Welcome to our new members this month, Richard Sandenaw from San Jose, Kevin & Patrick Kelly from Capitola and Jeff Queen from Milpitas. Kevin and his son Patrick are transferring in from Chesapeake region in Maryland. Welcome to the west coast!

 

With spring arriving, April is a great time to get the Porsche out and consider what type of PCA event you want to attend. Take a look at our full slate of activities in the calendar and join us for some great Porsche fun and camaraderie.  

 


New members from PCA:  1
  Transfers in:  2
Transfers out:  0

Memberships that expired February, 2012:  3

Total renewals February, 2012:  17

 

LPR Membership as of 03/01/12                                                   

Total = 523 (Primary = 294, Affiliates = 229)

 

Respectfully Submitted,

 

Tom Provasi

Membership Director 

 

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The Off-Camber Report 
Anne Roth
Anne Roth 
Autocross Co-Chair

 

Driving "Martina", my 45-year-old fair weather daily driver, to and from an AX, makes me a bit "Anne L"! After a long and steep learning curve, there are a number of things I always carry with me. Since the list is rather lengthy, I will focus on the "make-up" kit I put together a number of years ago that lives in my glove compartment. I consider these essentials, and if I need to make use of them on the road, I don't want to be digging through the major stuff in the front boot. Using a woman's makeup bag I carry:  

  • A set of brushes for the generator (912s not having an alternator)
  • A set of ignition wrenches (to adjust the dizzy)
  • Phillips and slotted stubby screwdrivers (carb adjustments)
  • Mini screwdrivers--slotted and Phillips (just because)
  • Small needle-nose pliers (they fit in the bag)
  • Woodruff keys for the pulley (you know it's going to drop and it sounds like a pachinko machine)
  • A couple of extra shims/spacers for the pulley (why not?)
  • A couple of emery boards (to clean up corrosion on contacts)
  • Small pieces of 00 polishing paper (to smooth out contacts after using emery board)
  • A finger magnet (from Griot's Garage--slips onto a finger and has a magnet imbedded in the tip-to retrieve the woodruff key that dropped)
  • Short pieces of wire (you never know!)
  • A roll of electrical tape (have to patch the wire somehow)

More than once, at an AX, I have needed one or more of these items, not just for me, but also for fellow AXers driving 912s, and older 911s as well. My creature comfort and essential must haves for AX day consist of:

  • My new, beautiful, very girlie Snell 2010 helmet
  • My folding camp chair, with awning, no less
  • My snack and lunch soft-sided cooler bag, which has external pockets that hold hand cream, sanitary hand wipes (hate dirty fingers), pens, markers and tissue packs
  • My heavy (for California) hooded jacket, my not so heavy hooded jacket, a sweatshirt and an extra shirt. Never know what the Marina weather might be and I have a tendency to share my clothes with those in need, as I do my lunch, snacks and water.  

If you want a full tour of what I consider essential items, just ask at any AX, or any other event, for that matter, I am more that willing to share!

 

See ya in Marina,

Anne

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Larry Sharp
Larry Sharp
Autocross Co-Chair

Next month in my column I will be able to share some stories about the first LPR AX of 2012. But for now, I just have to blather on about some oddities in the AX scene.

  • Did you know there are 8 different groups in the Bay area that love having PCA members show up and autocross with them?
  • Did you know every year Porsche Club of America has a national convention happening somewhere in the USA? This year it is located fairly close in Salt Lake City, Utah. The word is that the AX site is going to be really nice in size and pavement.
  • At the last American AutoX series event in Marina, it was very obvious that the current hot tire for AX is the Hankook RS-3.
  • Redwood Region has, for the first time, started a yearlong series championship. They will be using the GGR rulebook for classes and points. If you ever want to go head to head with one of the best, Henry Watts, who is a long time LPR member and the author of the book "Secrets of Solo Racing" is usually competing in those Redwood Region events.

Just for fun, here are a few of my predictions for the upcoming season.

  • I predict a resurrected 914 will be axing in LPR this year.
  • I predict a certain maroon 911 will be Top Time of Day sometime this year.
  • I predict Tom Provasi will not always win.
  • I predict a Ballerina will have a top PAX result this year.

Since I am writing this before the first AX of the year, we can find out if I have any Nostradamus bloodline in my body.

 

Larry

 

 

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or St. Paddy's Day at the O'Morgan's 
Contributed by Emilie Highley

OK, here's my disclaimer. I had a glass of the O'Morgan's Eggnog Punch early on in the evening, and I was feeling pretty darn good and didn't take many notes. So whatever goes, GOES!!!

 

Let's see, I believe that when we arrived, I saw GREEN, or was it Les with green hair? YIKES!!! Doug Ryder with festive TATS, Rudi with his hair parted and wearing a bowler hat and Ken and June in TOTAL green from head to toe. Nearly everyone sported the color GREEN - ties, hats, shirts, socks and Joanne Antonowicz with a fantastic necklace that lit up!

 

As I was doing my Vice Presidential Duties (collecting the $$$) I approached Rena and Chris for their contribution, only to get this story when they came up short on cash, "Well, just before we left, Chris decided to change his pants because he did not like the color." OK, so who really believes that story - just what were you doing Chris that made you change your pants?

 

The evening was fun-filled. The appetizers were flowing, the wine and beer were chilled, the punch - well, the punch had a KICK! Thank you Captain Morgan! Laurie and Kurt brought a FAB appetizer. Wow, that should make our next cookbook!

 

 

There wasSt. Paddy's Day Fare lots of laughter and great conversation going on while the 'cooks' were busy in the kitchen.

 

And then came the main course-melt in your mouth tender corned beef with the O'Morgan style glaze served with cabbage, carrots, various types of potatoes and homemade soda bread. What more could you want? Mustard? Just ask and it appeared! There definitely was a 'hush' that came over the crowd as everyone enjoyed the wonderful St. Paddy's Day Feast! 

 

The desserts were awesome. The carrot cake was fantastic and those mint bars were yummy; more winning recipes to share!

 

Karen and Bob, being the gracious hosts that they are, asked everyone to contribute a toast, and what great toasts they were. The winners were Jackie Mitchell, Steve Mitchell and Tony Antonowicz. President Doug conducted a brief meeting, highlighting all the upcoming LPR Events and then our hosts were presented with a thank you gift.

 

I will close with my toast to our hosts, the O'Morgan's...

 

Bob & Karen Morgan

 

May good luck

Be with you

Wherever you go.

And your blessings

Outnumber the

     Shamrocks you grow...

  

 

Thank you Karen and Bob for a great evening. You are the best!

  

 

 

 

Let the pictures tell the 'true' story of the St Paddy's Day GTG at the O'Morgan's!

 

To see the event photo album,  

click on the flickr icon below.

 

View our photos on flickr 

  


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A Day at Martin Ranch Winery

April 15, 2012

 

Tasting Room We are still a few case commitments away from the opportunity to "bottle your own" at the Martin Ranch Winery day-tour on April 15. The Cabernet blend is not only a great wine but would make a perfect gift for your family and friends. Add a custom wine label to give your bottles an extra dose of personality! The tour will begin with a beautiful drive on the area's best back roads to Martin Ranch for wine tasting, a catered lunch and a sharing of the group's musical talents all for only $25 per person. Wine bottling is extra! Don't miss it! RSVP to mailto:tonyvan@mac.com?subject=RSVP%20for%20Martin%20Ranch%20Tour 

 

  

 

Fifth Annual Mother's Day Brunch at Bargetto Winery

May 13, 2012

 

Bargetto Vineyards

 

 

Join us for a pleasant drive through the lush spring South Bay back roads as we celebrate motherhood with brunch and wine. $57 per person includes: tour fee, brunch buffet, selection of sparkling, red and white wines, live music, tax and gratuity. RSVP no later than May 7 to Les Schreiber at mailto:les996@me.com?subject=RSVP%20for%20Mother%27s%20Day%20Brunch  or 408-316-8654.

 

 

 

   

Big Sur Fun Run to Rocky Point

May 19, 2012

Rocky Point  

 

Get ready for fantastic scenery as we take back roads to Elkhorn Slough Visitor Center, then Hwy 1 to Rocky Point for a great no-host lunch! The tour will meet in Los Gatos at 8:00 am and depart at 8:30. For more information, contact Kevin and Dede Seward at 415-601-9737. Space is limited. RSVP by May 5 to mailto:rockypttour@gmail.com?subject=RSVP%20for%20Rocky%20Point%20Tour  

 

 

   

Lost Coast Tour

August 10-12, 2012

 

Join us for a fabulous weekend tour to the Lost Coast and through the forests of Northern California. Friday's drive up will include a winery stop and lunch in Geyserville followed by dinner at the  Scotia Inn, our hotel for the tour. A complimentary continental breakfast willLost Coast be served on Saturday morning before we tour the Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Lost Coast and the Avenue of the Giants; 31 beautiful miles of two-lane road lined with giant redwood trees on each side. Dinner will be at a Ferndale Restaurant. Sunday you'll be free to explore or head back down the coast home. With only 22 rooms available in the Scotia Inn, this tour is sure to be sold-out quickly! Make your reservations now by calling the hotel directly at 707-764-5338 and mention the Porsche Club tour for a 20% discount. Reservations and discounts are not available through the website. Questions? Contact Justin Gross at 408-848-0072 or mailto:jjgross007@verizon.net?subject=RSVP%20for%20Lost%20Coast%20Tour

 

 

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Back By Popular Demand - Bass Lake Tour III  

September 8-9, 2012

 

Pines Resort Join the Orlandos and the Ryders for an exciting drive to what Sunset Magazine ranks as one of "The West's Best Lakes". We will explore some great back roads on our way southeast, past beautiful lakes and the quiet countryside. Our route is a bit shorter, giving us more time to enjoy the beauty of Bass Lake and the luxurious lakeside accommodations of the  Pines Resort. You can enjoy tennis, hiking and swimming or you may simply want to relax and enjoy the panoramic views from your suite or the lakeside pool. Just don't forget the camera! After we've had some time to relax, the serious partying gets started when we hop aboard party boats for a one-hour cruise around Bass Lake. As the sun goes down we'll enjoy a fabulous dinner at the famous Ducey's on the Lake restaurant overlooking the lake and the Sierra National Forest. Space is limited on this sure to be sold-out tour! No reservations will be accepted prior to April 16. For pricing and reservation details, click on the Bass Lake Tour in the Event Calendar on the website.

 

 

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 Learning the AX Ropes at Ground School

 

Kudos to Anne and Larry, our fantastic AX Chairs for putting on another information-filled AX Ground School. More than 25 autocrossers got into the AX spirit at Borelli Motor Sports on Saturday morning, March 10. After the group fueled up with tasty breakfast goodies from Kristina Borelli, we were ready to learn.

 

Ground School Students

 

In between Anne and Larry's information-filled presentations, drivers shared a wealth of knowledge gleaned from their experience, or sometimes inexperience! The most prevalent theme (besides having a darn good time) was safety. Here are a few other important, and not so important, recommendations that came from the day's event:

  • Make sure you have a Snell 2005 or 2010 rated helmet! Loaners are available, but they're not as pretty as Anne's new beauty!
  • Gloves and driving shoes are a matter of personal taste. However, watch shoes with long laces that can get tangled in the pedals.
  • Don't leave food in paper bags that the gulls can, and will, get into.
  • To maximize runs we shoot for a hot cutover. That means the track never goes cold and the drivers and workers seamlessly switch positions.
  • Instructors are available. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from them!
  • When you are done with your driving shift, check in at the trailer to get your work assignment. Your reward? Anne's famous brownies!
  • A fist out the window tells grid control you are ready. Pointing a finger (a nice one) back at them tells them you understood their directions.
  • Biggest rookie mistake? Driving through the timing lights. Always finish the course, even if you've messed up.
  • Most important safety device? Your eyes. Don't get distracted while working the course. No cells, no cameras.
  • Don't chat while getting your timing slip. Someone is approaching rapidly behind you!
  • Above all, if you spin out remember: Both feet in!

AX Ground School Cars

 

The day wrapped-up with an informal tech session with Borelli expert Dave Graff and great lunch selections from Kristina. And of course, in autocross tradition, the group enjoyed Anne's specialty, margaritas and dense, chewy, dark chocolate brownies.

 

To view the photo album for this event, click on the flickr icon below.

 

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Porsche of Fremont 991 Tech Session
Contributed by Doug Ryder

Les Schreiber set up a really interesting Tech Session at Porsche of Fremont, giving LPR attendees the opportunity to view the inner workings of the new 991. It was questionable whether or not a 991 would be available for dismantling, as they are moving off the showroom floor as quickly as they come in. But our Partners came through for us and a 991 was available for our event.
Deconstructing the Porsche 991: A Rare Look Inside
Deconstructing the Porsche 991:
A Rare Look Inside
Like most modern cars, you can't see very much unless you remove the myriad of components blocking any view of the interesting stuff, dictating that the car needed to be "de-constructed" the day before the event, to afford a good look at the guts of this magnificent machine.

Pam and I were invited up on Friday afternoon to observe and record (photos and video) the dismantling effort. Our ever-cordial host was Gunter Feldmeier who, as always, set up an outstanding event. Ron Davidson, Porsche of Fremont's own "Porsche Premier Technician", a rare distinction for true masters of the Porsche automobiles from the service perspective, was our guide through the dismantling of the car.

I was absolutely amazed at what had to come off the car. To start, Ron removed the set of fans that are the first things you see when opening up the engine compartment. In 10 quick minutes the entire back end of the bodywork was removed, exposing still more layers of the onion. Things such as heat shields around the exhaust system, large molded plastic pieces that help support the rear body panel (aka the bumper cover), taillights and the wheels were also removed to gain access to the engine, transmission, etc. Although Fremont of Porsche has not had a single 991 in for service, as yet, it looked like Ron had done this a hundred times.

A few more screws and retainers popped off and we were looking at the top of the engine. The air cleaners and filters can only be accessed if you remove the back of the car, but it's only done once every 40,000 miles, or so. Then, the entire set of bottom covers were quickly added to the pile and we were now looking at a naked 991, with viewing access to what everyone coming to the Saturday event would want to see.AJ Auto Detailing The entire process took just over an hour.

Although the 991 has grown a couple of inches in length and width, and the wheelbase extended about 4 inches, the 991 is almost 100 pounds lighter than its predecessor, the 997. Cast aluminum, sheet aluminum and limited use of steel are employed to provide a lighter, but stiffer platform for the 991.

One interesting new feature is the Sound Symposer. Porsche has gotten the 991 to be so quiet in the cockpit that they opted to "pipe" upper engine "music" into the interior at the driver's discretion. So when you are in the zone and totally absorbed in the driving experience you can flip a switch and get an even more visceral experience listening to the beautiful sounds coming from the upper end of the motor. You can mute the stereo and listen only to the symphony coming from the business-end of this car.


Underbelly of the 991
Underbelly Tour of the 991
On Saturday 32 people turned out in the rather rainy weather for the Tech Session. The car was ready for viewing and kept Ron busy for a couple of hours answering a constant stream of questions. In the end, I think most everyone came away with the impressions I had from the two days of exposure - that is, this is one incredible machine and if you are fortunate enough to own one you will not be disappointed.

To see photos of the 991 Tech Session,
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Porsche Personen
by Don Orlando 
Curious to know more about your fellow LPR members? Haven't Don Orlando
heard a good car story in awhile? Maybe you need a new cool driving road or are just curious to know who's driving what. We'll answer these questions and more each month as we feature a different member of LPR. Remember, it's not just the cars, but the people too.

Our first edition of Porsche Personen featured the Iles with their (literally) lifelong passion for the Porsche marque. This month's member has also had a lifelong passion for the world's finest sports car. Like so many of us, his started as just a boy. Now, he's realized his dream and is able to share it with his son Tyler, who no doubt, has a Porsche in his future, too.

 

Porsche Personen presents Rod Smith

Rod-Tyler Smith
Tyler and Rod Smith

Porsche Ownership History

2007 911 4S, black/black. This is my first Porsche (though I had plenty of other ones in my dreams) purchased on 9/11/2010. What other kind of car are you going to buy on 9/11? I spent a couple summers as a kid in Germany and also lived there for 5+ years courtesy of the US Army. So, after countless kilometers on various autobahns, I've had "Porsche fever" for a loooonnnnggggg time!   

 

LPR & Family History

I just joined PCA in 2012. I have a 12-year-old son, Tyler, who is also a rabid Porsche enthusiast. He likes Dodge Vipers too, but don't hold that against him! My hobbies include biking, travel, r/c cars and going to Laguna Seca. My day job is Technology sourcing at KLA-Tencor.

 

Favorite Driving Roads

Calaveras/Felter Road; the back side of Mt. Hamilton; Highway 1; and we have to add CA-178 to the list after February's trip to Death Valley.   

 

A Driving Story

We likely have the only Porsche 911 in the world that's transported quarter panels from a Ford Boss 302 Mustang. We were at last year's Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge at Laguna Seca. Scott Maxwell was coming out of turn 4 at the 2011 Continental Tire Grand-Am race at Mazda Raceway when he was hit from behind and shoved into the tire barriers. We were walking around the pits later in the day when Tyler saw the front left quarter panel about to get thrown in the dumpster. Tyler asked the guys if he could have the panel and save it from the landfill. Well, these guys weren't going to say no to a kid and a simple request!

Tyler with fender
Tyler with front quarter panel from Scott Maxwell's Grand-Am Racer 

 

He carried his new-found treasure around the track for the remainder of the day, and I was trying to think how I was going to fit it in the 911.  Fortunately I had my car cover, so we carefully wrapped the panel up. It took five minutes of delicate maneuvering to finally get it in the car without a scratch. The panel still sits in the garage, and Tyler hopes to get it autographed by Scott Maxwell and Joe Foster this year before we mount it in his bedroom. There's another good Laguna Seca story for another day at an LPR event. Ask Tyler sometime about Brian Johnson (of AC/DC fame) and his 1965 Lola T-70.


Favorite Club Activities    

Touring events, social outings and advice. We may have an "in" to a 1970's 911 that hasn't been driven in years. It would be a great project car, and I certainly would like to tap into the experience of other LPR members who've undertaken a similar restoration.

 

A good ticket story

Not to brag, but it's been a while since I've had a moving violation. So, my worst ticket will be my next one. Actually, isn't that bad karma to think about tickets?

 

 
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Upcoming Events

Easter Parade 

14th Annual Bunnies & Bonnets Easter Parade  

Join us for this LPR tradition in downtown Campbell on April 7, 2012

Meet on Orchard City Drive at 11:00 am to decorate our cars in their Easter finest! Participation is free. See the event calendar for more details on how to join in on the fun! 

 

 

 

Boxster @ Alice's Restaurant

 

 

GGR Boxster Brunch  

April 7 

Join us for a Boxster (or any Porsche) Brunch at 10:00 am at Alice's Restaurant, Hwy 35 & 84, Woodside (map). For more information call George Grialou 650-464-1478.  

 

 

 

 

It's All Happening at the Zoo

Join us on May 5th for the first Rallye of the season!

 

Giraffes SunbathingThis morning gimmick rallye will take you on East Bay skyline roads ending at the Oakland Zoo. Gimmicks will be simple so you won't need GPS's or trip computers. Rallye elements? Time, speed, distance and....liquid!?

 

The rallye will end at the Oakland Zoo where you can while away the rest of the afternoon. Zoo fees are $7/car parking, $ 7/person for seniors, $10 for adults.

 

RSVP by April 18th for Zoo attendees. Contact Peter Ridgway at mailto:peter_ridgway@sbcglobal.net?subject=Zoo%20Rallye%20RSVP  

or 408- 255-6637.

  

 

6th Annual Indy 500 at Moffett Field 

May 27


Watch the Indy 500 on May 27, 9:00 am, at theIndy Car Moffett Field Golf Course Tee Minus One Restaurant. RSVP by May 21 to Les at 408-316-8654 or mailto:Les996@gmail.com?subject=RSVP%20for%20Indy%20500%20at%20Moffett%20Field so that a list may be submitted to Moffett's Security Office. A valid driver's license or picture ID is required to enter. Go to the event in the website calendar for detailed directions. 

 

 
See the EVENT calendar on the web site for more details about these events and many others! 

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More Driving Season Tech from Les
Contributed by Les Schreiber 
Les Schreiber
Les Schreiber
LPR Technical Chair

In the February we talked about getting our cars ready for the warm driving season. Here are a few more things that you should check or have checked by one of our great Partner/Advertisers.

 

For the following tasks, you will need to remove the wheels. Then use jack stands or a lift. For safety sake, do not work on the car while it is only on the jack!

  • Check the oil level and fill up as needed. Change the oil if you can do it safely and dispose of the oil and filter in an environmentally friendly way.
  • Replace wiper blades, washer fluid and air cleaner filter.
  • Replace worn suspension parts if you are confident that you can reassemble them correctly.
  • Check transmission fluid levels. For manual shift cars, the gear oil is done underneath the car, so ensure that the car is properly supported. Automatics have a dipstick in the engine compartment, similar to the oil.
  • Check that the driveline components are secure. See that CV joint rubber boots are not cracked or open.
  • Check brake linings and make sure they exceed the minimum thickness.
  • Check Brake lines to be sure they are secure-not rubbing, leaking or swollen.
  • Check that the throttle linkage is secure and not binding, and that the throttle-return spring(s) is fully functional.
  • Check that no suspension components such as shocks, sway bars of suspension arms are loose.
  • Check muffler and exhaust systems for leaks and that the hangers are holding the system in place properly.

Keeping your car properly maintained is important both for your safety and the long-term value of your Porsche. Read your owner's manual so you understand what type of maintenance schedule is recommended for your car. And always, get the help of an expert for repairs that you are unsure of or lack the appropriate tools to do the work properly.

 

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Get Rallye Ready for Salt Lake City

by Rik Larson, SVR Rallye Chairperson and Richard Wetzel, SVR member

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Preparations are underway to present a rallye school on Sunday, April 15th for those interested in learning about TSD (time-speed-distance) rallyeing. The TSD rallye is one of the competitive events that you can compete in at the Porsche Parade in July in Salt Lake City. The rules allow for 4 classes so you pick the one that is appropriate to your car's equipment (navigational systems move you up in class ---- even if you don't even know how to turn it on).

 

The rallye school will be held at Porsche of Livermore. This provides for a central location for most of the PCA members in Zone 7. We want to thank Diablo Region for working with us (Sacramento Valley Region) to host these events. This event is open to all PCA members and to the public. PCA members receive priority.

 

We will have a 2-hour classroom session in the morning, followed by a lunch break, and then an opportunity to put your newly acquired skills to the test on an actual rallye in the afternoon. You can attend both or either one.

 

We will meet at Porsche of Livermore, 3100 Las Positas Road, Livermore, CA. 94551, 925.447.6400.

 

Pre-registration is required. We will have registration for the school at 9:45 am. The cost is FREE. The school will run from 10:00 to 11:45 am.

 

Registration for the afternoon rallye is at 1:00 pm. Cost is $10 per car. PCA insurance requires two (or more) people in the vehicle. Our insurance does provide for 16 and 17-year olds to be navigators (contact us for particulars). First car will leave Porsche of Livermore at 1:31 pm.

 

Please RSVP to Rik Larson (see info below) to ensure we have adequate space and printed materials. This applies to both events. We will use the 2012 Porsche Parade TSD Rally General Instructions (assuming they are available at the time of the school) as a

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reference for the school and the rallye. 


There is a follow-up rallye techniques session planned for Sunday, July 1. It will be held at Niello Porsche in Rocklin. More information on that later.

 

Questions can be sent to Rik Larson at rik.larson@gmail.com or call 916.481.6084.

 

 

 

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1988 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA CABRIOLET Driver condition. Shows well. Loaded. Dark Blue/Gray Leather. Over 16,000 of recent mechanical work including engine top end, clutch, alternator, external oil thermostat element, oil cooler fan thermostat upgrade,etc. New convertible top. Tonneau cover. Extensive service records and documentation. Not concours, or a garage queen, but can be driven anywhere. 174,000 miles on chassis. Bought 993 cabriolet, so this one has to go! Asking $14,500 OBO. Call 831-475-3460 or email us at thegraffhaus@aol.com for more information. Car is Located in Santa Cruz, California
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1998 911 C4 S
Last of the oil cooled 993 wide bodies. 44,000 original miles. Always garaged. Maintained by Don's Autowerks. Rare emerald green with buckskin leather. New rubber, super condition, running perfectly. $54K OBO. Contact David at 408-607-8362 or via email at  dj@clearaviewassociates.org. 

 


Boxster / Cayman (987 Gen II) Mufflers 
Standard mufflers that come on the Gen 2 Boxsters and Caymans (2009 - 2012).  These are NOT the Porsche Sport Exhaust (PSE) mufflers.

Part Numbers:
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These stock mufflers were removed from the car at 2,328 miles.
Price new from Porsche: $932 EACH.  My price for the muffler pair: $700.
Contact Steve Caron @ (831) 761-2169 or mailto:caronsd@gmail.com? 
 
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Pair of Weber IDF 40 carburetors.  
Please contact: Anne Roth @ (408) 710-0547 or mailto:alroth@sbcglobal.net?


Unclassified ads are available at no charge to PCA members. For inclusion in the next month's issue, ad copy must be submitted to mailto:prietapost@gmail.com?subject=Unclassified%20Ad no later than the 25th of the month. Ads will run for 3 months on a space available basis. Please notify the editor when your item is sold, or if you wish to run your ad again. Non-member fee is $10.00 per month per ad and is due in advance. Checks should be made out to LPR/PCA and sent to Loma Prieta Region PCA, PO Box 0705, Santa Clara, CA 95052. 

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