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Minutes Taken January 2016- NCR Board Meeting mark. NCR-PCA Summary of the Board Meeting E-mail blasts are sent automatically every two weeks with CPI, Dover, NH content from the events calendar for the next 6 weeks. January 16, 2016 Can do special mailings on the alternate weeks. At end of 2015, the distribution list has 807 email addresses result- Attending (10 total): Jeff Torrey, Bob Futterrer, Laura Fut- ing in 47916 content hits. terrer, Dick Demaine, Joe Kraetsch, Lisa Roche, Ivy Cowles, Hank Cowles, Ed Broadhead, Nancy Broadhead. NCR does not have an official Facebook page; there is a Facebook group, however, run personally by Matt and Jay. Jeff reported that we are up to date with National on the Region Report and Continuity Form for 2016. Autocross event registrations encourage $5 donations to Loaves and Fishes, a nearby food pantry. Joe asked that Changed the regular meeting time to 6:30 p.m. to make it NCR match those donations and moved that the budget easier for people coming from work. Hoping/Looking for be amended to show $1300 inflow and $2600 outflow a location near Manchester. for this item; the board approved. In addition, the entry fees from the last event of the season will be donated to Matt Romanowski has distributed financial data from the L&F. fall Zone 1 Presidents’ Meeting, plus info re budgeting and reorganization at the national level, topics for the National AX 2016 Schedule: 5/15, 6/12, 7/31, 9/3, 10/8. The Zone Board of Directors’ meeting to be on Jan 23 in Atlanta. 1 AX is 8/21.
Insurance certificate requested for the Feb 6th tech ses- The spring Drivers Education Ground School is an NER sion. The board confirmed that PCA insurance and waiv- event, but we co-promote it. ers were appropriate for the Kachel open house. Our DE dates 4/22-4/24 NHMS, 6/27-6/28 LRP, 8/6-8/7 Minutes of the Oct and Nov board meetings were ap- Palmer, 10/15-10/16 NHMS. proved; there was no Dec meeting. Re the 3-day NHMS event, Friday will be an advanced The board reviewed the 2015 end of year financials and day for White/Black/Red run groups only, by group in the the 2016 budget. After discussing how many other clubs morning, mixed in the afternoon. Saturday has MaW rides handle board meetings, the board amended the budget to and charity laps. add $2000 to the board expense item to subsidize meals (excluding alcohol) for attendees when the meetings are Wondering how the Parade may affect entry for the Lime held at a restaurant. Rock DE. Price: $495 for two days, $295 for one. Explor- ing possibility of an off-site BBQ. NCR Membership Summary Sep 2015 Oct 2015 Nov 2015 Dec 2015 Toni Surdam is planning a garage party at our Palmer Primary event. 571 579 580 575 Affiliate DE helmets must meet Snell 2010 or later standard. Na- 409 414 413 410 tional allows 2005 helmets until June due to limited avail- Total ability of 2015s. Only SA rated helmets allowed. 980 993 993 985 The Car Control Clinic is scheduled for Apr 9 at NHMS. Northlander finished with a great year. Bob has been working on several upcoming Tech Sessions, Our two Holiday Families were overwhelmed and very but has no dates yet, beyond Feb 6 at Retro Automotive thankful for our generous help. Products.
Working on the Make-A-Wish track day this spring. We Planned tour schedule for 2016: Sun 4/17, Sat 7/16, Sun expect to raise the price for Charity Laps to $40. 8/28, Sat 10/29.
Our website continues to attract attacks. Dick continues It may be time to review the Bylaws. to improve our status. Our site now supports encrypted communications; use https://ncr-pca.org as your book- Nancy Broadhead, Secretary
Feb-March 2016 1 Northlander NORTHLANDER NORTH COUNTRY REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA Volume 39 Number 2 February/March 2016
Upcoming Events Editors Ivy Cowles 5 Calendar 603-767-6461 [email protected] 24 PCA Parade
25 Auto Detailing Tech Session Hank Cowles
603-343-7575 40-41 NCR NHMS MAW Charity Laps [email protected] 42 Zone 1 Concours and Rally
Jaime Gratton 43 Zone 1 Porsche Clash [email protected] 44 48 hours at The Glen
Advertising
Matt Romanowski (acting chair)
603-674-3250 [email protected] Departments
Website 4 Board of Directors & Committee Chairs www.ncr-pca.org 5 Editors’ Desk
6-7 Membership Statement of Policy 9 President Northlander is the official publication of the North Country Region (NCR), Porsche Club of America (PCA). Opinions expressed herein 10 Vice President are purely those of the writer and are not to be construed as an endorsement or guarantee 33 Safety of the product or services by the Board of Directors of NCR. The editor reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication. 34/35 The Mart Material may be reprinted by PCA Regions without permission provided credit is given to the Northlander and the author. 37 Advertisers’ Index
The regular article and Advertising closing date for the Northlander is the 1st of the month preceding the publication month. See page 37 for advertising rates.
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Features
11 KMC Open House
13 Yankee Swap
17 Off Road in Your Porsche...
20 Looking Back
26 Camp4-Canada 11 38 Retro Automotive Products Tech Session
The Eclectic’s Basement 30 Portland St. South Berwick ME 13 Antiques, vintage, jewelry, decor, and more..
Robbie @ 603-812-8508 [email protected]
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On the Cover It seemed only fitting to put this shot on the cover after Denny Hamlin won the Daytona 500 - Congratulations Denny. This photo was taken at CPI when we had a surprise visit from number 11, thanks to our dear friends at FedEx!
Feb-March 2016 3 Northlander BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President Jeff Torrey (C) (603) 234 8898 [email protected]
Vice President Bob Futterrer (H) (207) 698 1104 [email protected]
Secretary Nancy Broadhead (H) (603) 526 6578 [email protected]
Treasurer Lisa Roche (H) (978) 534 0118 [email protected]
Past President Matt Romanowski (H) (603) 674 3250 [email protected]
Membership Chair Laura Futterrer (H) (207) 698 1104 [email protected]
Newsletter Editors Ivy Cowles (C) (603) 767 6461 [email protected]
Hank Cowles (C) (603) 343 7575 [email protected]
Safety Edgar Broadhead (H) (603) 526 6578 [email protected]
COMMITTEES
Advertising Chair Matt Romanowski (C) (603) 674 3250 [email protected] (acting chair)
Autocross Joe Kraetsch (H) (978) 534 0118 [email protected] Autocross Co-Chair Ollie Lucier [email protected]
Car Control Clinic Dave Logan (C) (781) 367 3592 [email protected]
Charity Ivy Cowles (C) (603) 767 6461 [email protected]
Chief Instructor Steve Schindler (O) (802) 773 9100 [email protected]
Concours TBD Position Available [email protected]
Drivers’ Ed Pat Maloney [email protected]
Historian Judy Hendrickson (H) (603) 881 7576 [email protected]
Rally/Tours Jeff Torrey (C) (603) 234 8898 [email protected]
Webmaster Dick Demaine (H) (603) 560 4911 [email protected]
Senior Advisors Edgar & Nancy Broadhead (H) (603) 526 6578 [email protected]
Social (TBD) [email protected]
Technical Bob Futterrer (H) (207) 698 1104 [email protected]
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March 5-6 Sat-Sun 8am-5pm Tech Tactics East Easton, PA ... March 8 Tuesday 6:30pm- Board of Directors Meeting Moe Joe’s Restaurant 8:30pm Manchester, NH April 9 Saturday 10:00am- Car Control Clinic NHMS 3:00pm Loudon, NH April 12 Tuesday 6:30pm- Board of Directors Meeting TBD 8:30pm April 17 Sunday 10am- Spring Rally & Tour TBD February - Almost March 2pm The winter months seem to fly by. Days into weeks and April 22-24 Fri-Sun 7am-5pm NCR’s Driver’s Ed Season Opener NHMS weeks into months. Before you know it…months into a Loudon, NH year. April 23 Saturday 11am Make-A-Wish Charity Day NHMS Quite often we begin our week looking forward to Friday, Loudon, NH although what that really means is we are wishing our May 5-6 Thur-Fri 7am-5pm NER Driver’s Ed Thompson Speedway life away. We should hold onto every moment of that life Thompson, CT we have. Celebrate whether it’s Monday or Saturday. We May 7 Saturday 9am-2pm Auto Detail Tech Session Prestige Elite often hear the stories that friends and family did not have N. Hampton, NH the opportunity to live their life the way they had hoped as it was cut short due to illness or accident. May 10 Tuesday 6:30pm- Board of Directors Meeting TBD 8:30pm Get out there and enjoy your time. Enjoy life to the fullest. The day you say, “I won’t take the car out today and go May 13-15 Fri-Sun 8am-5pm Zone 1 Concours & Rally Old Westbury, NY for a drive, I can do that tomorrow...” Take it out today, May 20-22 Fri-Sun 7am-5pm Zone 1 48 Hours at the Glen Watkins Glen, NY enjoy not only the beautiful piece of machinery but the sights as well. www.ncr-pca.org Keep smiling.
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Maria Dona, DMD, MSD, DMSc Sheila E. Tucker, DMD, MMSc Andover eriodontics Two Stevens Street Andover, Massachusetts 01810 Phone: (978) 475-0567 Fax: (978) 475-7169 [email protected] www.andoverperiodontics.com
Feb-March 2016 5 Northlander 2 Year
Felipe Avery-Miranda Westborough, MA – 1977 911
Michael Costolo Amherst, NH – 2003 911 Carrera 4
5 Year
Norman Ahn Betty Ahn Alton, NH – 2008 Boxster S
Peter Roessiger Laura Futterrer Leigh Roessiger Wolfeboro, NH – 2000 911 Carrera
New Members: 10 Year Richard Abbott James Corcoran Teresa Wallace Lynda Bruslett New Boston NH – 1970 911T Barrington, NH – 1976 911 Transferred from Northeast – Joined PCA 01/21/2014 Marvin Klikunas Gregory Ames Jake Klikunas Jacqueline Joy-Ames Charlotte, VT – 1973 911E / Sunapee NH – 2004 911 GT3 1995 911 Carrera Transfer from Northeast – Joined PCA 01/01/2001 Michael Raymond EJ Chen Grant Raymond Rindge NH – 2016 Cayenne Amherst, NH – 2010 911 Carrera S Barry Edge 20 Year Ivanhoe, Australia – 1996 911 Carrera Raymond Dona Matthew Davis Berlin, MA – 1989 944 S2 Londonderry NH – 2016 Macan S 25 Year Ray Newcomb Pembroke NH – 1988 911 Turbo David Kenney Littleton, NH – 1986 944 Walt Schnabel Dublin NH – 1966 912 March - Member Anniversaries February - Member Anniversaries 1 Year
1 Year Jeffrey Boffa Hanover, NH – 2015 Panamera GTS Tyler Brannen Nashua, NH – 2014 911 Carrera S Elizabeth Ferguson Deerfield, NH – 2002 911 Turbo Vlad Hladky Essex Junction, VT – 2013 Boxster S Ronald Murro Littleton, NH – 2010 Panamera 4S Catherine Howard Dover, NH – 2004 Boxster Please notify the membership chair: membership@ncr- pca.org if you have changed your home or email address.
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Cont’d March 2016 Anniversaries Zachary Slater 30 Year Portsmouth, NH – 2009 Cayenne GTS William D.Hutchens Jonathan Vacca Concord, NH – 2012 Cayman Brentwood, NH – 2007 Boxster S Paul Termin Shane Weinberg Ellen Benjamin Mont Vernon, NH – 2008 Cayman S New Ipswich, NH – 1979 911 SC / 1987 911 Turbo
*** Please note error in January issue - there was an 2 Year extra line that said November 2015 Anniversaries - this line should have been omitted as it was January 2016 David Geller Anniversaries only. Robbie Fischer Hollis, NH – 2010 Boxster Please notify the membership chair: membership@ ncr-pca.org if you have changed your home or email David LaPrade address. Cheryl LaPrade Wilmot, NH – 2013 Boxster S
Ulrike Mueller Bart Graham Boston, MA – 2014 Cayman S
5 Year
Robert Hanna A Note From Your DE Operations Chair Roxanne Holmes Exeter, NH – 2007 911 Carrera 4 Fellow DE enthusiast, due to a number of promotions of our tech line members to instructor at the end of last Timothy Lindsay season, we are short on bodies to help get our pre track Dover, NH – 2006 Cayman S inspections completed in a timely fashion. If you know which end of a torque wrench to hold, have reasonably Megan Schindler good eye sight and don’t mind arriving on the early side on David Schindler event days, we could use your help. Working the tech line Rutland, VT – 2000 Boxster S will fulfill your work participation requirement (unless of course you also want to volunteer to do control) and you 15 Year will have the rest of the day to concentrate on becoming a better driver. It is also a chance to get to know more of Mark Allin the people you share the track with. Please contact me if Caroline Holt-Allin you are interested or know of someone who might be. East Kingston, NH – 1986 911 Carrera / 1974 911 Thanks, and I look forward to seeing you in the paddock.
David Churcher Dennis Mascetta - [email protected] Helmi Churcher DE Schedule Exeter, NH – 1984 911 Carrera April 22-24 @ NHMS W. Burgess Doherty June 27-28 @ Lime Rock Barrington, NH – 1984 911 Carrera August 6-7 @ Palmer 20 Year October 15-16 @NHMS Mark Nadler Additional NER dates: Joy Mackay May 5-6 @ Thompson Plaistow, NH – 1981 911 SC June 10-12 @ Palmer John Rahill July 4-6 @ Mt. Tremblant Margot Balboni Montpelier, VT – 1970 914 August 12-14 @ Watkins Glen September 23-25 @ Palmer
Feb-March 2016 7 Northlander A blast from the past.. great times at Camp NCR!
Please visit us at our new facility at 398 US Route 1, Freeport, Me. 207 865 6600
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Jeff Torrey - Just around the corner...
President’s Message.. We are all on a journey
The other day I was watching the Patriots game and they lost the AFC championship. There was no need to watch the post game show and 60 minutes was featuring a 25 minute segment on. the Make-a-Wish foundation. Talking about a boy that had had 3 bone marrow transplants, and wanted to see Australia before he passed away. I thought of Ivy and the work she has done for NCR and the NH Make-a-Wish foundation...year in and year out. How proud I was to be a part of NCR and to know her, to know the work she does, how she keeps on keepin’ on. I was asked to go to the Zone 1 meeting out in Albany, NY and discuss issues related to PCA. This time I rode out the MA turnpike in a 2006 Porsche 911 Carerra S. I had to watch my speed. Remembering the first time I drove that road myself. It was 1984 and I was driving a 1960 Ford Falcon 4 door sedan. On my way out to Cummington, MA. for a two month stay as an artist in residence at the Cummington Community for the Arts. I had just finished a two month stay at The Edward McDowell Colony in Peterborough, NH. I was scared. My parents told me I was on the wrong path. The car was running on 5 cylinders and lost speed going up the hills. I am in my 50’s now and my time is more valuable to me. I have formed a few alliances in the club. We were in Bethel Maine in the fall and I was asked about the itinerary and my control on things related to our weekend away. I said that I have no control, my job is to create an opportunity. What folks choose to do with it is out of my control. Bill said to me “you have arrived”, I knew what he was talking about and I knew that he understood what I had to say. Many of us have given too much and have lost special people along the way. We are all on that journey. Any questions can be directed to Jeff Torrey President@NCR- PCA.org
Feb-March 2016 9 Northlander Bob Futterrer - GET ‘ER DONE!!
A few weeks ago Laura, Molly (our new rescue dog) and I took a walk around the golf course we play at. The grass was growing, bulbs were coming up and it looked like the ground crews could almost cut the grass. Then, 8-10 inches of SNOW, one day before our Retro Automotive Products, Tech Session, but more of that later in this issue. Ok, I’ve been getting a lot done on my 914 since my last article. After looking over everything in order to get started, I found that there are a lot of things that I did not quite finish before I moved on to the next step. So I decided to just start in the front of the car and work my way to the back. The aluminum shroud for the 944 radiator, was done or had patterns made. So I finished making and attaching that. I still can’t find a couple of the metal coolant tubes that I know I made earlier, that attach the radiator to the motor. I’m sure they will turn up. Next I had to finish altering the fuel cell to accept the Subaru fuel pump. Then off to finish welding bars, trimming, sanding and priming the front sheet metal. There is still a lot of work to be done. I plan on finishing the steering, brakes and seat mounts in the next few days. It’s been way too long and it’s time to, “GET ‘ER DONE” Fud Updated Photo’s on the 914...
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KMC Open House .. by Bob Futterrer
What a great turnout for Kachel Motor Company’s 2nd Annual Open House and Customer Appreciation Night on January 8th. Tim Kachel and his crew opened their doors to celebrate with their friends and customers. The Italian Buffett that Tim provided was awesome and enjoyed by all. Tim had many interesting and exotic cars on display including numerous Porsches, a Ferrari, a Noble Bob Futterrer - GET ‘ER DONE!! and a restored Datsun 240Z. Also on display were samples of Tim’s outstanding metal fabrication work. One of the things that stands out, about KMC’s Shop, is how organized and clean it is for a full service shop. The 5 second rule could easily be 10 seconds here!! It was a relaxing evening and a great chance for everyone to mingle and roam around the shop and do a little “bench racing”. We had a great turnout from NCR, including the Ivy would like this stunning car.. majority of our DE Team. While Jeff Torrey and I didn’t stay the whole night, in talking with Tim a few days later, I found out that the some guests didn’t leave until around 3:00 a.m. the next morning. Without mentioning any names, I know one particular customer, who stayed to the very end, traveled all the way from Portland ME. I’m already looking forward to the 3rd Annual Open House. Kachel Motor Company is located at 425 Canal Street, South Lawrence MA. Be sure to visit their web site at: www.kmcauto.com Pictures by: Evan Andries and Tim Kachel
Another view of Ivy’s favorite
Early 911
Art..
Feb-March 2016 11 Northlander Cars in the showroom Red Noble
GTR Ultimate Rear of Noble
GT2 GT3RS
Rotors and Calipers So clean and pristine
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Yankee Swap 2016 aka “Has Anyone Seen My Porsche Flag?”.. by Rich Willey - Photos by David Churcher and Ivy Cowles
On January 30th approximately 20 NCR members gathered a free car detailing by Porsche of Stratham. So don’t be at Patty B’s in Dover NH for our annual Yankee Swap afraid to write an article for Northlander. You may not get luncheon. All arrived by 12:30 and had time to catch up a prize, but you will find it rewarding nevertheless. with folks and hear how their winter was going. One NCRer is sorting out his new solar electric system, while another is pushing to finish a Subaru powered 914. Our most seasoned NCR member seemed as spry as ever, and our new President and VP are settling into their new leadership roles. I’d say it’s been a good winter so far especially since the abnormally warm weather meant that two members drove their P-cars. But I had hoped to see a certain couple’s new M-car. (No, not that one. This is Italian). Oh well, next time. Time to eat. Planned as a buffet, we ultimately were able to select from the menu and sample a wider variety of appetizers, sandwiches and entrees. Everyone seemed to enjoy their selections. After we ordered, Ivy explained the swap rules and numbers were drawn to determine Rich displaying the mighty fine Porsche clock he opened the order for selecting a swap item. Wouldn’t you know up.. it, the organizer, Ivy, drew last, and got #1 so she went first and last. Those of you who have been to these know that booze has been a very popular swap item. This time was no exception with about half the gifts being wine, liquor, and even a NH Liquor Store gift card. We may be a drinking club with a car problem! We also had a chance at a model remote control Porsche, lottery tix, a Porsche clock, LED shop light, and a Manual Gearbox Preservation Society T-shirt among many others. While bottles were swapped frequently, one person went after the liquor store gift card only to find the box it came in empty. Seems a certain someone wanted it very badly so she pocketed the gift card before the swap. Gotta keep your eyes wide open with this crowd. But the most coveted prize was opened by Marilyn early on. A Porsche mug, coffee table books and Porsche crest flag/banner. It was swapped several times with a very happy taker and much disappointed giver-upper after each swap. It passed through your scribe’s hands a few times and alas ended up in a late swap with someone else who will not be mentioned in this story. But despite missing out on the flag, we left happy with the LED shop light and the liquor store gift certificate (I double checked to be sure Many great items to choose from. Which one will you it was in the gift box). go home with.. Many more events are planned for 2016 and I hope you are able to get out to several to enjoy your Porsche with your Porsche friends. PS.. No one volunteered to write this article even though Ivy said there was a prize for the writer. So I said I’d do it, as I haven’t written anything this past year. The prize was
Feb-March 2016 13 Northlander Nice Porsche shirt Rob.. Jeff, Pat, and Paul enjoying time at the Yankee Swap
Jay, Tracey, Miriam, David, and Jack..what?? David? The winner...although he lost his banner
No titles needed..
Its time to take orders...
Everyone enjoying a great time
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Patty B’s was the venue location.. we will be back for Marilyn going for the big box.. could she keep it? sure. Jack ordering a fine meal
Looking to see who picked number 1 Rob displaying one of the swap favorites..WINE
I think Roxanne is contemplating stealing Rob’s Wine..
Janet Quintero checking out what surprise awaits her Laura, what is in that box? Could it be empty?
Feb-March 2016 15 Northlander ooh.. what is Paul’s surprise Pat sporting a pretty cool shirt
No Bob.. please don’t take it Sorry Jeff.. I needed this to make jalapeno vodka
Oh.. and Rich.. your Porsche Flag can be seen at the Cowles residence..sorry.
That looks like one large chocolate lindt ball
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Off Road In Your Porsche - Or What A Cayenne Can NOT Do.. by Steve Bader
Some of you may have noticed an event scheduled for last height was pretty low before failure due to lost traction on October 3 inviting you to learn the off road capabilities of the downhill wheel. Independent four wheel suspension your Porsche at Overland Experts (OEX) in East Haddam, CT allows for great high speed handling, but was useless in (www.overlandexperts.com). I contacted Erik Eisensmith, crossing small obstacles. No electronic settings allowed an the Director of Training a week before the event and actual shift in power to a useful wheel. A hill climb was learned I was the only one to inquire. He graciously invited next, and here the Cayenne performed well. We had to me down with my new Cayenne Diesel and offered to give pass on the log crossing due to the very minimal ground me and a friend a private session in my car and theirs, and clearance and wheel travel of the stock Cayenne. The Land in return I promised to write about the experience and Cruiser with beam suspension and massive suspension spread the word about this fantastic experience. travel made easy work of the practice exercises. My novice co-driver found the clear instructions and the hands on For many years I have attended primarily HPDE events demonstrations easy to follow. I also had no real off road with PCA, BMWCCA and others. Although many would experience prior to this and found the things we could say I still drive rather slowly, generally I enjoyed the high accomplish pretty amazing. speed aspect of these driving events. This was an entirely different event, with the average traveling speed staying south of 5 mph. However the similarities between the OEX training and the racetrack instruction I give were remarkable. Our day started driving about 90 minutes south of Boston meeting Erik and Don Gerlach, our instructors for the day, at the Hadlyme Country Store. Point of information - the only restroom facilities were an outhouse by the ferry, and porta-potties at OEX. We ordered our lunch, had a cup of coffee, and followed them in my Cayenne as they turned off a perfectly good road directly onto a path into the woods. The OEX Connecticut facility is “over 2000 acres, with varying terrain including mud, rock, topsoil, clay, water, and glacial sand deposit”. About 2 inches of rain the day before emphasized the mud and water. The Erik demonstrating off road vehicle dynamics classroom is a cabin filled with demonstration parts from full differentials and driveshafts, to suspensions and wheels and tires. Erik spent about an hour describing how the mechanical and electronic systems in the vehicle would help and hinder our ability to successfully navigate off road challenges. The curriculum was well organized and covered differential, suspension, transmission, momentum and tire pressure. Over 15 years of practice clearly showed in the way he clarified these topics for me and my novice driver guest. We then moved outside to evaluate the systems on my new Cayenne and contrast them with their main teaching vehicle - a 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 75. Once Don stopped laughing at my off road Cayenne, we tested the various transmission and differential settings, and quickly determined that my best bet for an off road adventure Cayenne demonstrating hill climb abilities was something like the 1/4 mile well maintained dirt road to my Berkshire home. Cresting a blind hill going both up and down was a blast, and simulating a ‘failed’ hill climb by letting the car roll We completed several exercises during the 5 hour day, backwards with only engine braking until we bounced to with a break for lunch back at the cabin. The first stop was the flat bottom got my stomach up near my throat. I did the training pit where we tested the Cayenne’s ability to learn that Porsche Hill Control DOES operate in reverse, climb a sand hill with one wheel. The climbing angle and important to know if you are stuck at the top somewhere.
Feb-March 2016 17 Northlander Once we mastered the practice it was time to head out into the woods. We took turns with the instructors in and out of the Toyota around a large loop starting with a lateral incline, moving to crossing a deep gorge, and then up and down an obstacle course with large boulders, fallen trees, massive holes and steep uphill and downhill sections. Watching the vehicle tilt and bob from outside was as instructive as driving. One of us would serve as a spotter in the tight technical sections to guide the driver to the spot with the best place to put the wheels.
The view down the hill climb
OEX provides training for military, law enforcement, and civilian drivers. They also run domestic and international Over the river and through the woods expeditions providing support, vehicles and arrangements. They have facilities in California, Virginia and North Carolina. Their experience and professionalism was extraordinary. This was a day well spent learning about a whole new world of driving - at a half mile per hour. It was every bit as exciting as 150 up the esses at Watkins Glen. When you see it on the schedule next year - SIGN UP! You won’t be disappointed.
Me with our fearless instructor with a real off road vehicle
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Feb-March 2016 19 Northlander Judy Hendrickson LOOKING BACK
First full week of January and still wondering where the From Volume 19, Number 1, February/March snow is. Yes, the ground is white, at least until this Sunday 1996 when temps hit the hi 40’s+ and heavy rain will likely wash the couple of inches in my Nashua yard away and, I fear, much of what the ski areas made this past week as well. Although limited in terrain, the conditions have been surprisingly excellent, at least at Waterville Valley. I haven’t yet ventured over to Loon, but hope to do so next week. On the cover. . . The presents Work is well underway on my first house project of 2016 that Mother Nature brings. – updating the main floor powder room. Glad I had a spare box of floor tiles to fill in where the sink cabinet was Photo: Linda Petersen as a pedestal sink will now be featured, along with new toilet, mirror and over mirror lighting. With the new color scheme for the walls that went on last summer, I think it From Volume 29, Number 2, February 2006 will be stunning.
Issues were slim for February 1996 and 2006, but the region was going strong, newsletter content simply being On the Cover . . . a reflection of a slow time of the year. From the cover of Period Porsche Advertisement the 1998 issue, it looked to be a good snow year and my circa 1960’s. Note the lucky eight memory concurs. I seem to recall multiple trips per week ball. behind the snow blower with broken foot in plastic bag that year. On the other hand indications in columns for SELECTING A CAR LIFT 2006 indicated a mild winter then as now. By: Jonathan Bird - Contributor Much of the February/March 1996 issue was dedicated to tributes and words of farewell to Doug Hendrickson, past Editor of the Northlander, who had lost his battle with esophageal cancer December 12, 1995. It was heartwarming and emotional to read these words again. Everyone was so kind and generous. I still miss him.
The treasury was growing, thanks to the region’s entry into hosting Driver’s Ed events in 1995. 1996 would see two events, a two day at NHIS and a one day at Lime Rock. The treasury balance at the end of 1995 was $7,806.50 with an operating budget for 1995 of nearly $28,000. Editor’s Note: I met Jonathan Bird in college, we both played in The selection for reprint this month comes from the rock and roll bands but never discussed our motorhead lean- February 2006 issue. A friend of editor, Bill Kallgren, wrote ings. I was surfing ferrarichat.com recently when 1 came across an excellent piece on selecting a car lift, a surprisingly the moniker ‘birdman” with an attached photo of a blue shark. affordable option for the do it yourselfer. While prices Jonathan works as an underwater cinematographer filming probably need updating some, I think the principles of sharks in their natural environment for the likes of PBS. I knew the article still hold true. On a personal note I can tell you immediately that this MUST be Jon. I was surprised to learn Jon it makes detailing a car A LOT EASIER when you can do it was a dyed in the blue motorhead. The following is an excel- at eye level. I love my 2 post lift with asymmetrical arms! lent technical article on selecting a car lift.
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When I bought my 308 a few years ago, the previous owner told me to visit FerrariChat to learn more about the car and how to work on it. Within a week or so on F-Chat, posting the usual newbie questions, Tech Q& A guru Verell Boaen invited me to bring my car to his house to help me out. Talk about luck - living so close to Verell! Of course, I took him up on his offer and drove over the following weekend. I knew I was in the right place when I drove up the long driveway and saw his red 308 parked outside. Verell came out and introduced himself, then said something that changed my life forever: “Lets throw it on the lift.”
Say What!? A four post lift has a rectangular layout with a column at each corner and a set of “runways” on each side. The car He led me into the garage and there before me was is driven up a set of ramps onto the lift and, once lifted, something I had never seen before: a two-post hydraulic it rests on the runways. In this type of lift, the car remains car lift in someone’s home garage. “Wow,” I thought, sitting on its wheels and suspension while in the air. The “Verell must be rich! Maybe I really don’t have enough disadvantage is that, in order to work on the suspension, money to own a Ferrari after all.” We pulled my car into you must use a jack package to jack the car up while on the garage, slipped the lifting arms beneath it, lined the lift. However, this kind of lift is easier and faster to them up with the lifting points on the frame and up she get the car up on. Just drive it on and lift. The sides of the went. Within minutes, we were standing under the car, car are accessible without a post in the way, so the doors inspecting, tinkering, and cleaning. Now this is the way can be fully opened. It’s also a better option for storing to work on a car. The following winter I replaced my rear a car since it sits normally on its suspension. Some four suspension bushings with the car on jack stands at home. It post lifts can be purchased with a caster option as well, was then that I decided I needed a lift of my own. Working so they can be rolled around in a large shop. Even without on a car is so much easier when you have one and you casters, many four post lifts do not need to be bolted to don’t have to crawl around on the floor or worry about the floor, so they can be moved to a new garage easily. the car falling off a jack stand. A lift of my own would Moving a two post lift is a real project since it must be round out my new garage! My wife thought I was nuts. unbolted from the floor, after which, the floor has holes My friends rolled their eyes. But after getting to know a that must be plugged. lot more car enthusiasts since I bought my 308,1 realized that having a home lift is not uncommon anymore. A lift If you do a lot of body work, need a lift for additional car can be used not only for working on a car, but storing storage and only do minimal under-car work, particularly one as well. But what kind of lift to buy, and how much suspension, the 4 post lift is probably better. If you do more would it cost? drive train, suspension and restoration work, a 2 post lift will probably work out better. You need to choose the type TYPES OF LIFTS of lift you want based on your needs. I would like to have a lift of each type, but so far my wife isn’t going for it! Lifts can be broken down into three general categories: two post, four post and mid-rise (sometimes called a A mid-rise lift is a smaller, portable unit that sets up under “scissors” lift). A two post lift has two large columns, a car and lifts by rising up from flat into an X shape. It one on each side of the car, that bolt into the concrete takes up space sitting directly under the car, generally floor. Each column has two arms that come out. They right between the doors, so it has limited usefulness for swivel back and forth and telescope in and out so they working on the underside of the car. Typically you can can reach the lifting points on the car. You end up with 4 still reach engine areas and of course you can work on chassis lifting points, two on each side. The advantage of the suspension easily. While this lift cannot go very high a two post lift is that, when the car is lifted, the wheels (usually about four feet), it still beats jack stands by a mile hang down with no load on the suspension. The lift has and has the added benefit of being portable. Two guys very little interference with the car so you can work on can throw it in the back of a pickup truck and take it some virtually anything, except perhaps the doors, which are place else easily, something that can definitely NOT be said obscured by the posts (this can be reduced somewhat about the other lifts here. This kind of lift is often carried with an asymmetrical lift). While you can store a car on a by “mobile mechanics” who will come and work on your two post lift, there is some question if long-term storage car in your garage, rather than theirs. Unless you have a with the suspension unloaded is good for it. It certainly particular need for a portable lift, most people find that gives the springs a little R&R but may not be good for the a two post or a four post is a more useful product for a shocks long term. It has not harmed my 308, which spends home garage. 3 months a year suspended in mid-air.
Feb-March 2016 21 Northlander AMERICAN VERSUS IMPORTED and filled it with fluid. All I had to do was wire it to 220 V and I was lifting cars. Most people will have a preference for a quality, heavy-duty People often search on-line for deals on new lifts. You American-made lift given the choice. I hate to brag, but can find excellent prices for lifts on-line, but when you some of the very best lifts in the world are made in America add up the shipping (considerable on a lift that weighs with American steel. But when comparing the prices of 700+ pounds) and installation, you may find you that can brand new lifts, the Chinese lifts often come in at 1 /3 to actually do better locally. It’s worth making a few phone 112 the price of an American one. Like anything, there calls. I discovered three dealers in the Boston area that were are good and bad lifts no matter where they are built. As eager for my business. The other benefit to buying locally much as I would like to say that all Chinese lifts are junk, is that you have someone in the area that can service your this is not the case. There are some excellent ones out lift if something needs replacing. In my experience, the guy there, and some real junk as well. You need to do some who sold you the lift will almost always go the extra mile. research and figure out what you can afford. The fact of the matter is that a home enthusiast does not need the IN CONCLUSION... kind of build quality that a professional shop needs, lifting I have now had my two post lift for over a year. I did, not cars up and down all day long. Lifts almost never collapse one, but two majors this winter with the lift and I can only but they can wear out from repeated use. A better lift imagine how much harder it would have been without it. will last longer before the hydraulics, chains or rollers fail. Since we added a Mondial to the collection, I store my 308 above the Mondial on the lift for the winter, which has added a parking space to my garage. Overall, it was one of the best uses of $2,500.00 I can think of, proving that you don’t have to be rich to have a lift. Furthermore, my friends come and visit more often when they need to put their cars up for anything from simple oil changes to more complicated work. If you have a lift, your friends will come... and you can make them bring the beer. Need I say more?
LIFTING SPECS A lift has a rated weight. This is the amount that the lift can safely hold with a large safety de-rating factor. A typical lift might be rated for 8,000 pounds. That means the lift can carry 8,000 pounds safely without worrying about anything breaking or the car falling on your head. Manufacturers typically test lifts to twice their rated capacity. Unless you happen to have a Suburban or a truck that you need to lift, most people don’t need a lift rated at more than 6,000 or 8,000 pounds. Considering that my 308 weighs in around 3,000 pounds, I can technically lift twice the weight of a 308 on my “small” 6,000 pound lift.
THE BEST DEAL Many people buy a lift without considering the used option. Nearly every city has at least one if not several Cont’d on to March 2016 automotive equipment dealers that sell lifts. Check your local yellow pages. As cars and trucks get heavier and Mid February and there is finally snow on the ground along more people buy SUVs, a lot of shops are trading in their with bitterly cold temps for Valentine’s weekend. Perfect perfectly good 6,000 and 8,000 pound lifts on 10,000 and for snuggling up with your sweetie. 12,000+ pound models. Once considered the mainstay of lifts, the “small” units are now considered wimpy. But Skiing has been pretty good considering it is mostly guess what? You can buy these smaller lifts used for 1/3 manmade snow, but I doubt I will get my daily lift expense to 1/ 2 of the new price. I bought a Mohawk 6,000 pound down to the $10 range this year, I’ll be lucky to break lift (premium U.S. made lift) used for $2,000 from a local even with my season passes at Loon and Waterville Valley. dealer, one third of the new cost. For an extra $500 they delivered and installed it for me. They leveled it, drilled the I had a quick visit from our “off shore” member, Berthold floor, put in the anchors, hooked up the hydraulic lines Langer, in early February.
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Seems the German government will be settling 32 refugee As early as 1934, Dr. Ferdinand Porsche produced three families in “container” housing in his friend Margit’s town prototype tractors while he worked on the more well- (pop 374) in Lardenbach, Germany. known "peoples car," the Volkswagen. Dubbed Volk- Schlepper or “people tractor”, the machine ran with a The Powder Room remodel is finished and I am pleased gas engine. The gas engine was just starting to replace with the new look. The new toilet and pedestal sink make the more dangerous steam powered tractor of the 1920s. the little room seem a good bit larger. Next project, the Each cylinder was individual and interchangeable as was two full bathrooms upstairs. But one at a time please. the head. The Volk-Schlepper had a hydraulic coupling Just got this link thru the TYP356NE mailing list, cool, between the engine and transmission, a feature used on check it out: all gas and diesel tractor engines until the last Porsche tractor was produced in 1963. Engineers developed the The 911 over the years. coupling in the 1930s because they believed farmers http://autoweek.com/article/car-life/watch-porsche-911- weren't able to handle a clutch properly. The prototype evolve-60s-today also had a double clutch, one was a simple dry one and the other was hydraulic. We covered the February/March 1996 issue last time and there was no March issue for 1986. The March 2006 issue By 1937 Hitler contracted Porsche to produce the Volk- included articles covering the 26th Zone 1 Tech Tactics Schlepper, now called Type 110. Its engine had 2 cylinders (it’s now a PCA national event) along with promos on the in V formation and produced 12 horsepower. Porsche upcoming DE season as well as a Rally. David Churcher had would continue to redesign and produce similar gas an article detailing his transmission woes with Helmi, his powered tractors for another 10 years until he finally white 911 Carrera. But since a couple of our own (Edgar perfected his air-cooled diesel engine. He installed these and Nancy Broadhead as well as Hank and Ivy Cowles) first engines in a model called Type 313. have a Porsche Tractor, I thought it would be instructional After World War II only companies in Germany that to reprint an article that appeared in the March 2006 issue were producing tractors before and during the war were that outlined the history of this peculiar endeavor of the allowed to continue producing. Porsche was not one of Porsche company. those companies. So it signed a licensing agreement with From Volume 29, Number 3, March 2006 two companies who fit those criteria. One company was Austria's Hofherr Schrantz. The other was Germany's Allgaier GmbH. Both companies built the tractors and installed Porsche diesel engines that ranged in power from 14 to 55 horses. Allgaier began naming its aluminum- bodied tractors "AP" with a number after it designating Jim Alton’s 1965 911 horsepower. If the tractor had any special features a letter captured at the 2004 LA would appear after the number. Therefore an AP 16 was Motorshow by Bill Garcia a standard 16 horsepower tractor and an AP22 S was a 22 horsepower tractor with narrow gauge railways.
SCHLEPPING OFF IN OTHER DIRECTIONS By: Tracey Levasseur - Asst. Editor
Editor's Note: I want to thank Edgar Broadhead for allowing me to borrow two of his Porsche Schlepper reference hooks, even though they were in German! Allgaier started offering Porsche diesel driven tractors with 1, 2, 3 and 4 cylinders from 1950 to 1956. By 1953 the Generally speaking when one hears the word Porsche, the company offered green tractors with 11, 22, 33, and 44 first thing that comes to mind is fast, well-built German horsepower. In 1956 Mannesmann AG bought the license automobile. And for the most part that is what Porsche for Porsche diesel and the Allgaier tractor design and set has built since the 1940s. It seemed that just recently the up shop in an old Zeppelin factory. The new conglomerate company has branched out into new territory with the was known as Porsche-Diesel Motorenbau GmbH. Cayenne Utility vehicle and a proposed four-door, the With this new leadership came a new line of tractors in Panamera. However, delving into other motorized realms red. Four models were offered: Junior, Standard, Super and is not new to Porsche. Master with 14, 25, 38, and 50 base horsepower
Feb-March 2016 23 Northlander respectively. During this time about 1000 tractors, mostly Juniors and Supers, made their way across the pond to America Porsche-Diesel Corporation. The Standard and Master weren't as popular because their prices were not competitive against American made tractors of the time. By 1960 Porsche-Diesel Motorenbau GmbH introduced the newly developed Bosch-Hydraulic lifting and regulating system. But within 4 years there would be no more Porsche diesel tractors produced. The company started making high-speed, light weight diesel engines for NATO tanks in 1964, probably a more lucrative business by then. Today Porsche diesel tractors are becoming quite popular, especially in the US. Many have been imported for spare parts and for restoration. The Porsche-Diesel North June 19 - 26, 2016 America Club was founded in 2002 as a registry to preserve the tractors in the US. They're recognized by PCA, maintain a website and currently have over 60 members, some of 2016parade.pca.org whom show their tractors in concours.
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Auto Detailing Tech Session
Saturday - May 07, 2016, 09:00am - 02:00pm
Get your ride ready for any upcoming event, this summer. David Gallagher, Owner of Prestige & Elite Auto is, again this year, opening his shop to all of us on Saturday May 7th. David will be showing how to detail and prep your vehicle, for the next show or just a cruise along the beach. David is also going to set up several work stations outside, so we can all clean and prep our cars. He will be helping everyone with any problem areas that we might have. David has over 30 years’ experience as a professional auto detailer.
Contact: [email protected] Location Prestige and Elite 38 South Rd North Hampton NH http://prestigeandelite.com
Feb-March 2016 25 Northlander Camp4 - Canada.. by Rui Moreira
Forget the weather as you were warm from the thrill and excitement of 430 horses and studded tires on a icy snowy track. Something about pure performance in the most thrilling conditions of all that continues growing the passion for the brand on every turn, every slip, every slide, every drift. Porsche is one of the most passion driven brands and this once again reaffirms why to all the people that were there. Next year Stratham hopes to involve our customers in the opportunity to race in Canada. “Kees Nierop”. The only Canadian to have his name in the museum in Stuttgart was my instructor Not only a pleasure but an honor to share time on the track with a true Porsche legend. He pushed us on every turn, every slide, every Scandinavian flick. Maybe NCR should make this a travel event.. Rui’s instructor Kees Nierop who was born March 16, 1958 in Purmerend, the Netherlands and is a former professional Dutch race car driver. He is most noted for winning the 1983 12 Hours of Sebring race while driving a Porsche 934.[1] He is also credited with being the only Canadian to have his name on a Porsche factory race car, which is displayed in the Porsche Museum Rui ready for some snow action.. Championship titles 1983, Canadian GT-1 Championship 1978, 12 Hours of Sebring, 1986, Rothman’s Porsche champion, 1987, Porsche factory driver at LeMans
A snow blown Martini
Great shot at Flo’s after eating
Rui’s instructor and Porsche great - Kees Nierop Camp4 aerial view
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Friendship and fun
Nice snowy rear view Now that looks like fun..
A Porsche Bus.. Canada
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This looks like fun
Just makes you want to be there - beautiful..
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Rui and instructor Kees enjoying some time on the snow covered track.. photo 1 and 2 on this page
Feb-March 2016 29 Northlander HEAR YE! HEAR YE!
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Feb-March 2016 33 Northlander For Sale - yellow 1977 924. This car has been owned by our MantisSport Harness Bar. Fits 2006 -2011 Porsche Cayman family twice and spent time in Vt in-between. I am too busy to and likely fits first and second gen Boxster. Used one year. Price put work into this old girl (install front fenders that I have for it new $350 (including shipping) Selling for $200 and tune-up), and with two small children don’t have the time Contact Rich at [email protected] Will ship if you either. I am not hard-up to sell this but don’t want to watch it pay freight. PayPal or cash rot....if anyone has a similar car or needs a project first $1000 takes it... Harold Lamos [email protected]
914 6cyl conversion package – 2.7L engine, complete with wiring and FI. Has had valve cover and fan upgrades. Include correct tach. Package also include most parts to do 914 conversion: new vellios aluminum oil tank, new correct flywheel, new bulkhead engine mount (allows engine to sit lower so you can use FI system), used headers $3000 for all ...17” cup wheels - $400 ...Silver Boxster/996 center console - $200 ... Gray and silver Boxster/996 e brake handle - $150 ... Gray and silver 6 speed Boxster s/99 shift knob - $75 ... Boxster S front bumper for normal Boxster/996 upgrade (currently yellow but needs refinishing) - $150 ... Boxster/996 CD changer - $35 ... 944S/944S2/968 Nology hot wires (barely used) - $100 ... 944 series short shifter – new - $45 ...944 series pair of engine mounts – new - $60 All parts are in Contoocook/Hopkinton, NH [email protected]
For Sale: 1973 Porsche 914 1.7 -One owner since 1977. For sale 2013 Porsche Boxster. $46,000.00 This is a 135K miles. Body restored in 1995. Good condition. Still runs beautiful car in great shape only 15152 miles. 6 speed but needs some work. Asking $5500 Contact: Kim Scoggins manual transmission. This car is loaded...19 inch Boxster 843-705-6053 [email protected] S wheels, Bose Surround Sound System, Sport Chrono Package. Installed K40 Radar and Laser detector a $2500 value. Many more options, call (603) 969-0378. Ask for Phil.
Boxster S - 2004 Black, 86,600 miles, 6 speed, A/C, ABS brakes, power steering, am/fm stereo with CD player (single disc), power windows, power door locks, dual airbags, leather seats. Water pump and thermostat, IMS bearing, clutch/flywheel, rear main seal and alternator have all been replaced in the last 16 months. Routine maintenance (including regular oil changes) done faithfully. Have all records under current (second) owner - female non smoker. Clean Carfax (will share) qualifies for CARFAX Buyback Guarantee. Reason for sale: needed a car with a full size backseat. $16,300 OBRO DickAnderson114@ gmail.com 978-764-0277
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Sun Sport tire trailer - holds 4 tires and has diamond plate 2007 Cayman stuff: Covercraft Dustup indoor car cover, clean, tool box, spare tire and custom hitch that will work any 1997- like new, $100. Covercraft sun shade, $ 35. 2004 Boxsters,996 and probably on newer model Boxsters and Porsche Design Mens Medium Black wool and leather jacket, Caymans with some modification. Wiring has been completely like new, worn less than a dozen times, $150. redone in the last 6 months and wheel bearings also have been repacked. Best reasonable offer, call for further info: Steve at Gary Levine, [email protected], 603-252-8506. 508-653-1695 For Sale - 2006 Harley Davidson Sportster - XL1200R. Yellow - special designer paint. $5800.00 Contact for pictures and additional info. [email protected]
"Turbo" 17" Wheel and Tire Set. From 1988 911: 4 Rims: Italian 9J x 17 H2 series 60374 and 60474 with Porsche emblem. One has minor scuff. 4 Tires: Goodyear Eagle GT all season; Rear: 255-40 ZR 17; Front: 205-50 R 17. Treads excellent - Set: $1,000 firm in St George Maine (lovely drive this time of year) 207-372-8288 [email protected]
BOXSTER S - 2003 Orient Red with Gray leather interior, 6 speed manual, A/C, ABS brakes, Power Steering, AM/FM Stereo with CD player (single disc), Power Windows, Keyless Entry,
Power Door Locks, Dual Airbags. Well maintained, non-smoking THE MART car only 54,500 miles, $16,000 OBRO - Allan MacGillivary-- [email protected](603) 673-2030 Your For Sale Items Here... Be Sure To Send Them In To Be Sure For Sale Items Here... Your
Feb-March 2016 35 Northlander Passionate about Performance, that best describes Green Mountain Performance. Established in 1995, they have been at their current location for over 11 years, in the heart of central Vermont on Route 4 in Mendon. They are the place to go for the best in general service, repairs and performance modifications for your cherished rides. Their new facility has allowed them to expand service to accommodate the specialized tools & diagnostic capabilities to provide accurate repairs on today’s complex vehicles with their many on board computer systems. After 30 years of show winning, trophy grabbing, solid performing and attention getting vehicles, they have built a small but dedicated staff of craftsmen & suppliers to provide the utmost in satisfaction for their clients. They can now proudly say that they can accurately provide dealer level service on all German marques, predominantly Porsche, with a bevy of state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment & personalized service unmatched in their area. Their ASE certified technicians are not just nine to five, they live this stuff-from the streets to the track.
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What an interesting Saturday Morning we had on February 6th. Matt Alldredge, owner of Retro Automotive Products, in Claremont, NH, hosted about 20 members to an open house at his business. Retro Automotive is a unique business that restores and sells used Porsche parts from 356’s to the latest models. One of Matt’s goals is to provide clean, quality used Porsche parts, to his customers. Matt always strives to provide the best in customer service.
Matt amazed us all with his knowledge of Porsche parts. Matt had on display dozens of different brake calipers, pointing out what makes one year or model different from another. His shelves are stocked with thousands of parts. Whatever part you’re looking for, from a lug nut to a complete engine, Matt and his crew can certainly help.
Matt, his son and employees take the time to clean, Transmission gears glass bead, repair and catalog all their inventory. Retro Automotive also sends out brake calipers, starters and alternators to be “remanufactured” to the highest standards. Everything is put back in stock either like new or better, to be offered to there ever growing worldwide customer base. Retro Automotive also has over 18,000 transactions with eBay with a 100% positive feedback.
Retro Automotive Products warehouse is located at 91 Main Street, Claremont, NH. Their web site is: www. retroautomotiveproducts.com
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Feb-March 2016 39 Northlander April 23rd, 2016
April 23rd 2016
There will be a 50/50 Raffle! All proceeds go to the Make-A-Wish. so come check it out!~A can't miss event! Purchase a shirt to support Make-A-Wish. $20 "at reduced speedBelow 60mph. non April will be Mark your calendar for April 23rd 2016! Contact me with any questions: 603-767-6461 [email protected] or [email protected]
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NCR – Make A Wish Day-Saturday April 23rd!
NHMS Laps for Charity Charity Laps (Touring Group) (Rain or Shine) Experience the excitement of driving the 12-turn road course during a mid-day session in your own car! (At reduced speeds, with no passing) No helmets are needed, and passengers, including children, are allowed. (Note parental waiver requirements below) This is a great opportunity to drive “parade laps” at NHMS in your daily driver or Porsche! Participants may be PCA members OR non PCA members. Cars will go through a brief tech inspection for lights and basic safety features. You will be required to sign proper waivers. Register and Tech Inspection 10:00 - 11:15am, Mandatory Driver’s Meeting at 11:30am On Track at approx 12:30pm. (Schedule on actual day of event may vary slightly)
Driver’s Meeting - MANDATORY - April 23rd, 2016 All drivers and passengers MUST attend a short Driver’s Meeting. The Driver’s Meeting will familiarize drivers with the track, the rules of the Parade Lap session, track terminology, safety flag definitions, and answer any and all questions. Speeds not to exceed 60 MPH - or you will be asked to leave.-This will be enforced...see check box below Check www.ncr-pca.org for updates and details on all these events. ------REGISTRATION: Bring copy to the track on the day of the event !
Name ______Add’l Drivers ______Address______Phone (day) ______Phone (evening) ______
PCA Region ______PCA #______or, Guest of ______Car Model ______Year ______Color ______
______Charity Laps Touring Group @ $40.00 per car _____ Long sleeve event Shirts @20.00 each – Size ___M ___L ___ XL___ XXL______Donation only: $______I read and understand the speed limitation: ______initials here.
$ ______Total Amount Enclosed (ALL Checks payable to NCR-PCA) Bring a copy of this page and check (Payable to NCR-PCA) to the track. For any questions, contact: Ivy Cowles, NCR Charity Chair, (603) 767-6461(cell) (603) 742-4000,day/work email [email protected]
Passengers under 18 ? BOTH parents/guardians must sign an additional waiver (We recommend to print and sign it prior to the event, and bring it along to registration) If both parents sign before event please have notarized.
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Feb-March 2016 43 Northlander PCA Zone One 48 Hours of Watkins Glen June 5, 6 & 7, 2015
The Zone 1 48 Hours at Watkins Glen began in 1974. Continue the tradition and join us for the 41st consecutive year on June 6, 7 . & 8 Watkins Glen International is the continuation of a road racing tradition dating back to 1948, when sports cars raced on the 6.6 mile course through the village of Watkins Glen. The permanent road course was built in 1956 and has remained the home of a great racing tradition for 55 years.
àWe plan to add an extra hour of track time on Friday and Saturday, which means the track will be open until 5:30 PM in order to maximize track time.
àWe will allow for expanded passing in the Instructor Run Group throughout the weekend.
àPCA National Instructor Training will occur on Friday for those who qualify with a referral from their region’s chief instructor.
àFriday is still instructor day, however all drivers in the white (intermediate), black and red run groups will be accepted to drive on Friday. The intermediate group will be given four driving sessions on Friday.
àThe Zone will host a Saturday evening cocktail hour and dinner.
àA form of Zo ne 1 swag will be provided to all registrants who attend.
Don’t miss the Friday evening track walk available to all registrants. Saturday and Sunday will be run in the traditional DE format with the track open until 5:30 PM on Saturday.
We will also allow for early trailer drop off beginning Thursday evening from 6-‐8PM. There will also be camping at the track from Thursday through Saturday for those who are interested.
For more information regarding this and other Zone 1 PCA events, please visit http://zone1.pca.org. Registration for the event will open on April 15, 2014. To register for the event, log onto www.clubregistration.net For further information, contact your local track chair or email the registrar: Lou Dauerer at [email protected].
Pricing: Green & Yellow (Sat & Sunday): $295 White & Black (Friday, Saturday and Sunday): $395 Instructors & Instructor Candidates (Friday, Saturday and Sunday): $250 Instructors with 2 Students $75
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