DER PORSCHEAUSPUFF CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Road Trip! A 356 in Need of an Engine Hundreds of Miles Away Page 12 Valve Stems Everything You Never The 160 mph Needed to Know Turbocharged 911 Page 20 Brutally Fast, with a Well-Deserved Reputation Page 16 930

FEBRUARY 2006

Cover Story 16 930 The return of the 911 Turbo

Special 18 Tribute to Bud Ewbank The passing of a good friend

16 Features 12 12 Road Trip Why crate a new engine when you can drive there and swap it out? 20 Technology Valve Stems - The century-old device that holds air in your tires 20 22 Detailing Mother’s California Gold car wash soap – It’s more than just bubbles

18 Events 8 Camarillo Breakfast Club

10 Santa Barbara Breakfast Club

Departments 2 SBR Board of Directors Der Auspuff , which translates as “the exhaust,” is the offi cial publication of 3 SBR Appointees the Santa Barbara Region, Porsche Club of America. 3 Zone 8 Staff and Websites Chartered regions of PCA are granted permission 4 President’s Column to reprint any material herein provided full credit is given to the author and Der Auspuff (with the exception of copyrighted material). Any statement 5 Editor’s Column appearing in Der Auspuff is that of the author, and does not constitute an opinion of the Porsche Club 6 Calendar of Events of America, the Santa Barbara Region, its Board or Appointees, the Der Auspuff Editors or its Staff . 7 Secretaries Report and Board Meeting Minutes The Editorial Staff reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication. THE SUBMITTAL DEADLINE FOR PUBLICATION IS THE TENTH OF THE 14 New Member and Anniversary Report MONTH PRECEDING THE MONTH OF PUBLICATION. 15 New Member Photo Gallery Cover Shot: Michael C. Harley Nikon D70, 70-200VR @ 70mm 19 Goodie Store ISO 200, f2.8, 1/320 sec 32 Classifi ed Ads

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PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 1 Santa Barbara Region Board of Directors

President Activities Advertising Joe Carastro Barry Weinstein Lynn Kuchera 480 Vereda Del Ciervo 2820 Blazing Star Drive P.O. Box 2692 Goleta, CA 93117 Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Camarillo, CA 93011 Tel. (805) 968-9962 Tel. (805) 241-5641 Tel. (805) 484-0101 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Vice President Activities Membership Gary Gasperino Valerie Weinstein Jeanette Bassett 1967 La Ramada Drive 2820 Blazing Star Drive 6143 Armitos Drive Camarillo, CA 93012 Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Camarillo, CA 93012 Tel. (805) 484-0182 Tel. (805) 241-5641 Tel. (805) 388-2195 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Secretary Goodie Store Insurance Karen Turek Mike Hodson Jansen Martin 1230 Ebony Drive 6076 Tahoe Place 29406 Promontory Place Oxnard, CA 93030 Camarillo, CA 93012 Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Tel. (805) 988-9827 Tel. (805) 279-2252 Tel. (818) 889-3583 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Treasurer Goodie Store Der Auspuff Editor George Barrett Pamuela Hodson Michael C. Harley 1908 Johnson Drive 6076 Tahoe Place 207 Via Inez Ventura, CA 93003 Camarillo, CA 93012 Newbury Park, CA 91320 Tel. (805) 684-3465 Tel. (805) 279-2252 Tel. (805) 499-6331 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

2 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Santa Barbara Region Appointees

Archivist Concours Safety Burt Misivic Joe Carastro Mike Furnish 617 Valley Vista Drive 480 Vereda Del Ciervo 951 Skeel Drive Camarillo, CA 93010 Goleta, CA 93117 Camarillo, CA 93010 Tel. (805) 482-7076 Tel. (805) 968-9962 Tel. (805) 987-8795 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Autocross Rally Webmaster Steve Lutz Joe Boucher Bryce Boe 4062 Weeping Willow P.O. Box 1185 6660 Trigo Road A Moorpark, CA 93021 Nipomo, CA 93444 Goleta, CA 93117 Tel. (805) 523-0923 Tel. (805) 931-0990 Tel. (858) 525-3171 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Zone 8 Staff

Zone Representative Concours Chair Time Trial Chair Rules Chair Beverly Griffi n-Frohm Ziggy Szielenski Paul Young Richard Price 1548 Roma Drive 3272 San Helena Drive 1296 Australia Street 25108 Marguerite Parkway Vista, CA 92083 Oceanside, CA 92056 El Cajon, CA 92020 Mission Viejo, CA 92692 Tel. (760) 727-6068 Tel. (760) 433-3699 Tel. (619) 449-1768 Tel. (949) 831-2381 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Autocross Chair Rally Chair Chief Driving Instructor Reporter and Webmaster Michael Dolphin Revere Jones Vince Knauf Tom Brown 2512 North Marengo Avenue P.O. Box 2881 4860 Louise Drive 2240 Corte Ananas Altadena, CA 91001 Covina, CA 91722 San Diego, CA 92116 Carlsbad, CA 92009 Tel. (626) 798-2312 Tel. (626) 719-9433 Tel. (619) 287-4334 [email protected] Fax (626) 798-1465 [email protected] Fax (619) 287-6591 [email protected] [email protected]

Zone 8 Websites

Santa Barbara Region California Inland Region Los Angeles Region San Gabriel Region www.pcasb.org www.pca.org/cai www.pca.org/la www.pca.org/sgb

Zone 8 Golden Empire Region Orange County Region Southern Arizona Region www.pca.org/zone8 www.pca.org/gem www.pca.org/ocr www.members.tripod.com/~SARPCA

Arizona Region Grand Prix Region Riverside Region www.az.pca.org www.pca.org/gpx www.pca.org/riv

California Central Coast Region Las Vegas Region San Diego Region www.pca.org/ccc www.pca.org/lvs www.pcasd.org

Behind the Scenes

Graphic Design Printing Distribution Eagle-Eyed Proofers Ken Milhous Walter Waxman Eddie Manan Nicholas Liakas Graphic Odyssey RP Printing & Graphics FCCH Mailing Services Carol Mathieu 4215 Tierra Rejada Rd., Suite 155 5880 Hollister Avenue 2800 Supply Avenue Moorpark, CA 93021 Goleta, CA 93117 City of Commerce, CA 90040 Tel. (805) 338-6000 Tel. (805) 964-5305 Tel. (323) 721-8511 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 3 President’s Column Gerade Aus! By Joe Carastro

The mood of the Santa Barbara Region’s fi rst meeting of the Board of Directors can only be described as very somber as we had just learned of the passing of Past-President, Bud Ewbank. I fi rst joined SBR in 1998, the fi rst year of a seven-year stewardship of the region by Bud and Carolyn. The list of accomplishments achieved by SBR in that period is too long to print but includes Region of the Year recognition and no less than three Heinmiller awards. That much of what we all enjoy of our Porsche Club experience is due to Bud’s hard work and giving nature goes without saying. The Board of Directors, in Bud’s honor, has named the American Heart Association as our designated charity for 2006. In addition to a contribution from our treasury, SBR will accept donations from individual members in Bud’s honor. Our sincere condolences go out to Carolyn and Bud’s family. We will all miss Bud’s cheerful demeanor but what he has accomplished will live on in the spirit of SBR. We are in the planning stages of a Memorial Drive to visit some of the places where Bud’s leadership was instrumental to the successes of the region – information will be made available at the February Breakfast Meetings.

Joe

Visit Porsche Santa Barbara and Rusnak Porsche to see the new Cayman S in person!

4 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION of will do the same through the canyons of Malibu… twice! Editor’s Column Nature supplies the weather and scenery. Your taxes built and maintain the roads. The Santa Barbara Region organizes the event. All If I were a Porsche, you need to do is bring a Porsche, a smile, and enjoy yourself! I’d want to live here too On another subject… over the next year, each issue of Der Auspuff will feature a Porsche either owned, for sale, or visiting the Santa Barbara By Michael C. Harley Region on the cover. Even better, we will include a feature article in the center spread of this publication with technical information and a driving experience. If you own a Porsche that you feel other members will fi nd interesting (rare, fast, slow, colorful, customized, etc…), please It doesn’t take more than a few seconds of watching the national contact me and we’ll see if we can arrange something (even if you’ve weather report to realize how lucky we are in Southern California. Our never attended an event with us we want to feature your car). Porsches don’t hibernate through a frozen winter, locked and cold under plastic tarps. We don’t add fuel stabilizers, pump up the tires, and One last mention… I wanted to thank both of our local Porsche put mothballs under the car hoping to keep the critters out. retailers, Rusnak Porsche in Westlake and Santa Barbara Porsche, Instead, thanks to our very accommodating climate, our Porsches for their support over the years. Both retailers have been extremely accompany us to breakfasts on the pier overlooking the Pacifi c Ocean in generous to our Region. Many of our events, and meetings, would have Santa Barbara. Our Porsches purr on scenic drives through the vineyards been without a venue (or sponsors) had it not been for their unwavering of Santa Inez with sunroofs open and tops down. Our Porsches bask endorsement of the Santa Barbara Region. Dealer support is vital to our in the warm sun at Camarillo airport as pilots perform touch-and-go success, and we extend our thanks many times over. maneuvers in the clear skies overhead. We are very lucky to live here. Now, let’s take advantage of it. Look through an issue of Der Auspuff . Did you notice the seventy- plus Porsches that show every fi rst Saturday for breakfast at Camarillo Airport? Did you see the pictures of the Santa Barbara pier loaded with Porsches on the second Saturday of each month? In a couple weeks, a caravan of Porsches will participate in a 70-mile drive through the back roads of Ventura and Santa Barbara County. Next month, another group

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 5 Calendar of Events Check out what’s going on with PCA

The Porsche Club of America is more than reading through the pages of Panorama and Der Auspuff each month – it’s about the events! With at least three organized events each month, Santa Barbara Region club members enjoy showing off (and driving!) their Porsches with other enthusiasts like yourself. Whether you attend the Breakfast Club events, spirited drives through the canyons and mountains, potluck dinners, autocross, tech sessions, special tours, etc… we want you to come join us!

February

Wednesday, February 1 ...... Board Meeting Saturday, February 4...... Breakfast Club – Camarillo Saturday, February 11 ...... Breakfast Club – Santa Barbara Saturday, February 18 ...... Back Roads Drive (See page 26)

March

Wednesday, March 1 ...... Board Meeting Saturday, March 4 ...... Breakfast Club – Camarillo Saturday, March 4 ...... Bud’s Run – Following Breakfast Club (See page 9) February 2006 Saturday, March 11 ...... Breakfast Club – Santa Barbara Saturday, March 18 ...... Fun Run – Malibu (See page 26) S M T W T F S Sunday, March 19 ...... Zone 8 Rally (See page 24) Friday, March 24-26 ...... Zone 8 Speed Festival 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 April 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Saturday, April 1 ...... Breakfast Club – Camarillo Wednesday, April 5 ...... Board Meeting 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Saturday, April 8 ...... Breakfast Club – Santa Barbara 26 27 28 Saturday, April 8 ...... Parts Distribution Warehouse Tour (See page 30)

March 2006 February Board Meeting March Board Meeting S M T W T F S Host: Jeanette Bassett Host: Santa Barbara Auto Group Location: 6143 Armitos Drive Location: 402 South Hope Avenue 1 2 3 4 Camarillo CA 93012 Santa Barbara CA 93105 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Potluck Dessert only at 7:30 PM RSVP to (805) 338-2195 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 [email protected] 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Porsche Breakfast Club Locations and Times April 2006

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6 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Monthly Board Meeting Minutes from January 3, 2006

The Board of Directors held it’s January 3rd meeting at Burt and Marge Misevic’s home. Present were George & Mary Barrett, Nick Liakas, Pamuela & Mike Hodson, Valerie & Barry Weinstein, Mike Harley, Joe Carastro, Martin & Ankie Jansen, Burt & Marge Misevic, Lynn Kuchera, Gary Gasperino, Dave Stone, Jeanette Bassett, Kent Bodin, Mike & Karen Turek. The meeting was called to order at 7:20pm.

Secretary: Activities: “der Auspuff ” in shrink wrap for the annual Marge read the minutes of the November Discussion was held about various venues Heinmiller Award competition. Also, Mike meeting. They were approved with spelling for our 2006 holiday party. Motion by Gary Harley will get “der Auspuff ” copies to the SB correction. was seconded by Lynn to have it at the Auto Group. Jeannette will send membership Pierpont Inn this December. A motion was updates to Mike Harley each month. It was Treasurer: made and seconded to approve a check mentioned that our Web site needs to be George had nothing new yet. He will be for $600 as a deposit to the Pierrpont Inn. updated by Bryce. Lynn Kuchera mentioned meeting with James soon to transition into A motion was made and seconded to hold that the advertisers need to get a link to their the duties of Treasurer. We have $20,000 now the cost to $50 per person with any extra ads up and running on our web site. A tech in the bank. monies to be subsidized by the club treasury. session for the new Caymen will be held New members picnic – Vice President Gary January 14 at the Auto Gallery. Membership: Gasperino will head up the committee for Jeanette said that in November there were 8 this. Progressive dinner – we discussed New Business: new members, one transferred member, and various ways to collect money to defray costs Nick stated that we now have a new two members transferred out, leaving a total of volunteers. committee consisting of club members of 626 members. In December, we gained a who are retired, unemployed, or interested total of three new members, for a total of 629 Meetings/Events: in coming to a once a month, mid-week members. Our last General meeting has been our largest luncheon meeting. so far. Editor: Joe made a motion which was seconded Mike Harley passed out 9 advance copies Archives: to spend up to $300.00 for new stationery, of the January “der Auspuff ”. Copies should Burt stated that the PCA/Anniversary DVD will updating the board members listed on it. arrive to members soon. Due to increased go into archives. Dave handed Burt last year’s costs of the “der Auspuff ,” discussion took breakfast meeting attendance rosters for the Marge handed out copies of our new by-laws place as to the number of color pages, archives. Burt sadly announced the passing of to those who were new. paper quality, etc. A committee was formed, our own Bud Ewbank. He had a picture of Bud including: Vice President, Editor, Advertiser and will be writing an article in Memory of Mike Hodson mentioned a need for a and Treasurer, to come up with ideas and a Bud. Burt said plans are coming along for the “strategic planning” committee as our club possible way to subsidize costs. rally to Portland and that we have a couple of continues to grow by leaps and bounds. sponsors lined up. Advertiser: Meeting adjourned at 9:48pm. Lynn reports that we lost 3-4 advertisers from President: last year. We gained three new advertisers Joe Carastro had Mike Harley read a recent Respectfully Submitted and have 3-4 more people to contact. This Ethics and Standards (code of conduct) taken Karen Turek year we already have 87.4% advertisers paid from the “Panorama.” The regional report Secretary which is 30% better than last year. Lynn has form is done for the next a check for $12,775.00 to give to the Treasurer. quarter. Joe has been sending “Welcome” Rally: letters to the new Two dates have been set in April for the rally members of our club. and rally school. Old Business: Goodie Store: Michael stated that 56 of Randy Nick reminded Mike Leffi ngwell’s “” books have been Harley to keep one sold. Stickers for our SBR have been received dozen copies of the and they are similar to our region’s grill badge.

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 7 will be a Porsche drive led by Martin Jensen, Camarillo Breakfast Meeting as a memorial to Bud. The driving tour is scheduled to depart after our March Camarillo Porsches, Pancakes, and Poached Eggs Breakfast. Plans are to visit a number of the places that were important to Bud. Words by Barry and Valerie Weinstein Mike Hodson, our Goodie Store Manager, Photos by Max Sluiter and Michael C. Harley told us about a new item he has on the shelves - colorful stickers that are copies of the SBR emblem badges many of us have mounted on our vehicles! According to Mike, “everyone’s going to want to pick up a few of these inexpensive stickers to attach to their tool boxes, refrigerators, children’s notebooks, etc...” Pamuela Hodson then announced the designing and construction of our scrap book. Those of you who would like to participate, please contact Pamuela. The National PCA “Region of the Year” prizes are awarded to the years as Presidents of SBR/PCA. From 1998 regions based upon scrapbooks submitted – 2000, and later in 2004, Bud was President. depicting various yearly activities. Carolyn During the intervening years of 2001-2003, Ewbank was instrumental in getting the club to Carolyn took over the reins as President. From put together, and submit, the fi rst scrapbook. the time Bud took over as President, PCA/ And, in 2001, SBR/PCA was voted region of the SBR grew from 200+ members to almost 600 year! strong. In fact, it was Bud who recruited Joe This month we had a number of new Carastro as President when it was time for members, prospective members, fi rst time him and Carolyn to step down. According to attendees and guests visit us at the breakfast Joe, we all “… owe the wonderful atmosphere The fi rst new member Dave Stone greeted Patrick Harley with Kate and Brent Elam of our group to Bud and Carolyn.” Bud will be was Dave Hill of Woodland Hills who drove January 4, 2006 – With an impressive sorely missed by all who knew him as well as up in his ‘64C Sunroof Coupe. Close behind showing of one-hundred thirty-four people those of us who may not have known him were Gary and Amie Smith, from Simi Valley, in seventy-six cars, it was quite a start for our well but have been the fortunate recipients of in their ’59 356. After the Smiths parked, January breakfast club at the Camarillo Way- the benefi ts to the club developed during his Tome and Sarah Gaither, with their son Chad, Point Café. If this kind of growth continues, terms of offi ce. joined our group. The Gaither’s are transferees they are going to have to make room for After Joe, Jeannette Basset, our “new” from Riverside who arrived in their 1976 930. our vehicles by parking their airplanes at Membership Chairperson and Dave Stone our Welcome to all of you! some other airfi eld on the days we have our “old” Membership Chairperson (who is working Gary Albertson, a prospective member from breakfasts! Westlake Village, While much of the rest of the country came to breakfast wallowed in all kinds of winter weather, and in his 2003 996. Nice Porsche owners tried to keep their cars free to see you Gary - from rain, mud, snow, and any other winter we hope to convert elements, we were able to go out for an early the “prospective” to morning drive and breakfast with our club “new” member in mates without a “weather-care” in the world. the near future. Some of us even drove with the tops down! First time Obviously, if you are going to drive a Porsche, attendees to our Southern California is one of the best of all Camarillo breakfast places in the world to be. included brothers Our club President, Joe Carastro, led the Tom and Ken Egidi. announcements at breakfast with a memorial They are transferees speech dedicated to our Past-President, and from the Los long-time PCA/SBR member, Bud Ewbank. Bud Nearly all Porsche models are represented! Angeles club to our unexpectedly passed away in early January - a with Jeanette at the meetings) spoke to us Santa Barbara Club! Tom and Ken drove up in shock to all who knew him. Bud was a dedicated about the continued growth and attendance a (rare) ’93 Carrera RS. They are currently living and well loved member of our region for many at our meetings. As noted above, when 134 in Ventura. years. So much of what is good and positive attendees show at an early January breakfast... Two residents of Camarillo attended our about our group is due directly to Bud, his wife it is quite an impressive turnout! morning as guests of members. They were Carolyn, and their hard work and dedication Activities Co-Chair, Barry Weinstein, Mike Hansen, a guest of Mike Seary, and Glenn to the growth and improvement of our region. discussed the upcoming events and told us Bronner, a friend of Barry and Val Weinstein. It Between the two of them, they spent seven about one being planned in honor of Bud. This was nice to see all of you at our meeting!

8 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Bud’s Run – Memorial Drive Saturday, March 4th, 2006

There will be a memorial drive honoring Bud Ewbank who passed away the fi rst week in January. Bud was four-time President of our region (Carolyn, Bud’s wife was three-time President). During this seven-year era, from 1997 through 2004, Bud (and Carolyn) put an indelible stamp on our region, presiding over its growth from about 300 members, to where it is today at more than 600. During their tenure, wonderful achievements were made, that really put our Santa Barbara region on the PCA National map. These include the fabulous Sherwood Country club Concourse events, sponsored by Rusnak, and personally organized by Bud and Carolyn, and the PCA national Heinmiller awards for our newsletter Der Auspuff . Bud and Carolyn were extremely good for our Santa Barbara region, and I like to think that our club was especially good for Bud, giving him a fulfi lling interest in his retirement life. The run will take about 1-1/2 hours. We will start the run at the Way Point Café at Camarillo airport after the March 4th breakfast at about 11 AM. Those wishing to participate can sign-up during the breakfast (sign-ups are mandatory to meet PCA insurance requirements). Route instructions will be distributed there also. The run will basically take us up Potrero road, past the Sherwood Country club, up Decker, then onto Mulholland, past the Rock Store to Cornell, and a brief stop at Paramount Ranch. Then Kanan to Westlake Blvd, to Avenida de Los Arboles, to Erbes Road, and a drive past Bud and Carolyn’s home. Then back to Erbes, to Hillcrest, and onto the Rusnak Porsche dealership on Thousand Oaks Blvd, which will be the end point of the run. There, Rusnak will host a “reception” in honor of Bud. They will provide lunch type snacks and drinks. For questions, please call Martin Jansen at 818-889-3583

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 9 Angeles and drives an ’83 911 SC. We’re glad Santa Barbara Breakfast Meeting to have you with the club, Rob. Also joining us were Nick and Olga Liakas’ It never rains in Southern California, daughter, Stacey, with her son “Little Nick”. Olga’s mom, Pauline Tsamisis, also broke bread except on January 14th, 2006 with us at the meeting. Mike and Karen Turek’s daughter, Jennifer, joined us for breakfast as Words by Barry and Valerie Weinstein well. It was nice to see all of you. Photos by Mike Turek and Carol Mathieu We then spoke with everyone about the upcoming activities in the next few months and reminded all that the Solvang Overnight Tour has been cancelled so that the members could attend Past President Bud Ewbank’s Memorial service scheduled for the same day as that activity. Kent Bodin talked about how shocked we all were at Bud’s passing, just two weeks prior to the breakfast. As you all know, Bud and his lovely wife Carolyn were past Presidents of PCA/SBR for many years. They are two of the reasons that this club is as large and successful as it is.

Walt Branscome from Porsche Santa Barbara brought a Cayman S January 14, 2006 - The fi rst rain storm of the year started just as we were pulling out of our garage for the fi rst Santa Barbara breakfast meeting of the year. Accuweather, on the Internet, predicted the onset of the storm to the minute. All of the weather reporters on It looks like a perfect fi t! radio and TV confi rmed the incoming rains. Of course, we foolishly did our part to ensure that Kent also shared with us that he had just the rain would happen. We washed our car the attended the LA Auto show and told us day before on the off -chance that everyone about the Porsche exhibit there. It was very else would be mistaken by at least a few hours. impressive. They even displayed an entire We were hoping to miss the rain and not have room fi lled with new Cayman’s. to park a “dusty” dark blue Boxster at the Many of you will remember that Walt wharf. Well it certainly wasn’t dusty, but it was Branscome, from Porsche of Santa Barbara, wet! Not the “wet-look wet” that may be the tried to bring a new Cayman to the last Santa ultimate in shininess, but the “just-rained-on Barbara breakfast, but couldn’t because the wet” that requires another car wash to clean battery was dead. Well he was successful this it off . month in getting the car over to the breakfast. Oh well Porsches and Porsche people dry He drove a brand-new white Cayman S to quickly. show to everyone. It too was wet – but it was In fact, 31 people in 13 Porsches (and a few diffi cult to tell if the moisture was from the rain in their alternative vehicles) braved the early or simply from the drooling of the SBR Porsche winter storm to attend the breakfast. members who went over to look at it. Either After breakfast Dave Stone got up and way, it certainly is a great looking vehicle. welcomed Rob Alen, a new member who All in all, it was quite a successful turnout signed up at the meeting. Rob is from Los for the rainiest day, so far, of the New Year. Warm and dry inside, listening to announcements

10 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Special Announcement Attention: Retirees and the Happily Unemployed An announcement by Nicolas Liakas

Are you retired and looking for something to do? Are you happily unemployed? Do you have time on your hands and are searching for fun and adventure? Yes? Then SBR has a new assignment for you.

Join the newly formed COMMITTEE FOR THE RETIRED AND UNEMPLOYED! Join SBR members who are in the same situation as you for a monthly mid-week get- together at diff erent sites within our region for a fun-fi lled lunch and warm fellowship. Share in the laughter and good company; bring more joy to your life; bring your Porsche.

Membership requirements are limited to the willingness and ability to have a good time. Grumps need not apply. To join this special group, contact Nicolas Liakas at [email protected] or 818/999-1600x203 (offi ce), 818/706-6016 (home), or Mike Turek at mkturek1@ hotmail.com or 805/988-9827 (home).

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 11 engine built to your specifi cations. After a long Roadtrip: 356 Gets a New Engine conversation on the phone, Duane accurately sized up my minimalist mechanical skills and My other car is a Porsche... also agreed to do the removal and replacement if I could drive my car to Lakehead, a small By Bill Coghlan community 30 minutes north of Redding or about 600 miles from Westlake Village. Of course I agreed to make the trip and we mutually agreed that the long Thanksgiving weekend would probably be the ideal time for both of us. Shortly after agreeing to the rebuild, I attended the Jesse Alexander PCA dinner My wife Lisa and I joined the PCA/SBR At the fi rst stop, Kent informed me that meeting in Ventura. When I saw Kent, I told group for the San Luis Obispo Winery Tour he actually did have a 1600 Normal engine. him about my plan to drive up to Duane’s. in November. As we left Santa Barbara and However, it was sitting in his garage and in its Kent immediately latched onto my enthusiasm headed for the San Marcos Pass, Kent Bodin place was a 912 with a big bore kit. That’s about and said “…I’d like to go with you; I’ll see if I and his ’59 A Coupe fell in behind us in line as 1720 cc in an 1800 lb. car. I’m guessing that the can arrange it.” We made plans to leave Friday we started up the grade to the summit. Kent’s horsepower is about 90 to 95. I wanted one if the 25th at 7AM and planned on 10 hours to car always catches my attention because I also it could perform like his. Redding where we’d stay the night before have a ’59 A Coupe. As we accelerated towards I began my research which included reading heading up the hill to Duane’s. the summit, I remember thinking that I’d keep Duane Spencer’s 356 Performance Handbook. At fi rst light on Friday morning I was an eye on Kent so he didn’t fall too far behind. Duane is a retired aerospace engineer who energized. I am not normally a morning The fi rst time I checked the rear view mirror spent a lifetime racing 356s, mostly in Southern person but I certainly was on that day. I had and found him on my tail I pushed a little California. He turned his passion for racing into the car packed with tools, an extra battery (I harder but he stayed right behind me. Wow, a business known as Shasta Engineering which was experiencing starting problems…like at my new Boxster S is supposed to be able to hit is particularly well known for its high quality the October Camarillo Breakfast where we had warp speed and leave most cars in its wake. pistons and cylinders for Porsche 356s. I’ve to push start it after breakfast), water, suitcase, Not true. Now this is not a negative story about actually seen Spencer built engines in vintage etc... I was ready to roll and Kent had just pulled the performance of the Boxster, the limits of Porsches so I decided to call Duane to fi nd out up. Lisa poured him a travel mug of coff ee and which I can only hope to approach some day, more about his rebuilding services. we were off ... but the revelation that I had on that trip…my Duane is happy to rebuild your engine or old ’59 1600 Normal Coupe didn’t have to be a sell you one that has already been rebuilt. In Read Part II of Bill and Kent’s roadtrip in slug when it came to performance. either case, you remove your engine from the next month’s Der Auspuff . car and send it to him or he will ship you an

12 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 13 New Members

Membership Daniel P. Burnham Max & Ellen Ritsema Report Santa Barbara – 2005 911 Camarillo – 2004 996 William & Dale Hromadka Rollance Verlemmos Welcome to all our new members. Santa Barbara – 1997 911 C2 Santa Barbara – 1998 911 Get ready for a year full of driving Michael Joseph Jonathan Ziegler activities, social events and good Frazier Park – 1978 911 Santa Barbara – 2006 997S fellowship. We look forward to meeting you at a breakfast meeting Charles Mallory Brian Cantrell or an event in the coming months. Solvang – 1958 356A Came from LA region – 1975 914 Congratulations to all our members celebrating anniversaries Michael & Caren Maneker Charlene Kalk this month. Start your year out right Simi Valley – 1999 Boxster Came from LA region – 2004 Cayenne T by attending a breakfast meeting soon. If you haven’t been for a while, you’ll be amazed how we’ve grown. Anniversaries

- Dave Stone 41 Years 6 Years John G. & Dianne Howe Kevin & Diane Grizard Steve & Stephanie Rose 36 Years Donn & Kathleen Shipley James & Dottie Rowins Timothy Waddell

28 Years 5 Years Joseph IV & Nancy Carastro Thomas & Nancy Confar Jacqueline Ginsburg 21 Years Saranda & Todd Dakarmen Renyer James & Priscilla Larson 4 Years 17 Years Larry & Elena Colson Robert & Pamela Keller Jeffi Girgenti Daniel & Karen Hawkins 14 Years Michael & Pamuela Hodson Michael R. & Jan Koevenig Jim Prevatte Christopher & Lisa Wiles 13 Years Robert & Julie Ballog 3 Years Robert & Shirley Yount, Jr. Douglas & Diane Shankwiler Farrell Raymond & Donna Jordan 12 Years Vegard & Rachel Schakett Lindas Linsey & Joan Orr Carol Mathieu Grant & Sherrell Reefer 11 Years Lora & Steve Simonsgaard Bob & Paty Winters Muschitz Eugene & Anita Wolver

10 Years 2 Years Bob & Mary Ann Helman Andrew & Tammy Barry Rick & Karen Denning 8 Years Al & Shirley Eichstaedt Robert Balsamo John & Janie Kasarjian Fujii Willie & Tracey Bell Paul & Christine Harris Michael & Elena De Julio John & Stephanie Mann Frank Miceli 7 Years George & Karen Perry Jeff & Bob Aff ronti Michael & Sharon Polito Lee & Diana Williams Criger David & ValerieWillet Andrew & Konnie Gault, Jr. Joseph & Leonides Windsor George & Marge Vorgitch 1 Year David & Ashleigh Kennedy John McManigal Keith Moore

14 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION New Members Here are some shots of our newest club members (and their drivers). Photos by Max Sluiter and Mike Turek

Gary Albertson // 2003 Carrera

Gary & Annie Smith // 1959 356 Rob Alen // 1983 911 SC

Tom, Sarah, & Chad Gaither // 1976 930 Tom Egidi // 1993 Carrera RS America

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 15 The Return of The Porsche 911 Turbo 9 Photos and Words by Michael C. Harley 3 0

16 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Turbo. city driving is done out of the engine’s boost curve. Hold shifts on the For most automotive enthusiasts, that simple fi ve-letter word means tall gears, and you can fi nd 85+ mph in second. In theory, you could “Porsche Turbo” - the fi rst production car to make practical use of a drive the 4-speed 930 all day long and never shift into third gear! turbocharged engine. The Santa Barbara Region member-owned 930 on these pages In 1974, Porsche introduced the “Turbo Carrera” to the world has the typical upgrades found on a two-decade-old 930. The turbo at the Paris Motor Show. The modifi ed Carrera had a 3.0-liter 260- has been replaced with a more powerful K-27 unit. The mechanical hp turbocharged engine, fl ared fenders, modifi ed suspension, and wastegate spring has been upgraded to allow more boost, and the aggressive new aerodynamics. With more power came even more snap exhaust has been opened to reduce turbo lag. Together, those changes oversteer. They were a thrill to drive, but many met their fate in the bring horsepower to about 320. With more boost, a larger intercooler, hands of inexperienced owners crashed on the side of the road. In 1979, and some fuel modifi cations, owners frequently top 400+ horsepower Porsche pulled the plug on importing the Turbo Carrera - not citing the with their 930s. “dangerous to drive” reputation, or pending litigation - instead blaming When you consider the performance envelope, and their excellent their decision on emissions requirements. reliability (in stock form), the early 930s are very reasonably priced In 1986, Porsche brought the “911 Turbo” (Type 930) back to the starting at less than $30,000 – depending on condition. That may sound United States. Up in power, and displacement, the fl at-six engine was expensive for a two-decade-old vehicle, but the white-knuckle thrill of now 3.3-liters, making 282 horsepower in stock confi guration. Tested in piloting a Turbo at full boost is worth every penny. the 80’s, the 930 would run past 60 mph in about 5 seconds on to a top The Turbo carving canyons above Malibu speed of about 160 mph. Carrying a bit more weight, and with a few suspension modifi cations, the beast had been tamed very little. Easily distinguished from the normally-aspirated 80’s Carrera (until the “Turbo-look” option became available on all variants), the Porsche 930 sports fl ared front and rear fenders with wide 16” Fuchs wheels and tires tucked inside. Massive 917-based multi-piston brake calipers clamp on vented and drilled rotors off ering immense stopping power. With a naturally aggressive stance, the wider and deeper front chin on the Turbo work in conjunction with the huge intercooler- hiding rear spoiler (appropriately nicknamed the “whaletail”) to reduce overall lift by nearly 350 pounds at 150 mph. Porsche engineers did their homework as the tail does not increase overall vehicle drag (though the fl ared fenders do!). The interior of the 930 is well appointed with yards of leather, and nearly every option available at that time. It is interesting to note cruise control was not off ered on the 930. Driving a 930 isn’t unlike driving a normally aspirated 911…until you hit 3000 rpm. At that point, the single turbo has overcome the “turbo lag” – the infamous power delay before boost – and the nudge against your backside becomes a fi rm push. At 4000 rpm, the turbo is pushing .8 bar (about 11.7 psi) and the thrust is exhilarating. Like a toggle switch, engine’s power mirrors the boost, and the driver needs to learn respect. The 930 is a challenge on the track, but it rewards experience. The immensely durable 4-speed manual (capable of easily handling 600+ horsepower) contributes to the turbo lag as most

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 17 A Farewell to Bud The Santa Barbara Region loses a close friend By Burt and Marge Misevic

When Carolyn Ewbank succeeded her husband Bud as Region President, Bud designed a special logo depicting a rear view of their . The license plate read “SEACHKN”. The story goes that when this Midwestern couple from Ohio reached Remembering Bud California, Carolyn asked Bud if he had ever seen birds like those By Mike Mansolino fl ocks of white ones that lived at the beach. “Of course I have,” he replied. “Those are sea chickens.” In that same logo, there’s a You may have heard of the recent passing of Eldon “Bud” Ewbank. bunny, enjoying the joke. The bunny showed up in the other For those associated with Concours or Rally, you certainly will recall cartoons that Bud created for Der Auspuff . Bunny dozed under the the beautiful 924, or the equally stunning 928 he and Carolyn table at a Board meeting, diagnosed a fl at tire, and ate breakfast campaigned for the past several years. Those fortunate enough under a at a Region Breakfast. Bud loved the tickle of to know Bud encountered a man of considerable wit, charm, and folksy humor. warmth. His impish smile and the twinkle in his eyes were visible Bud and Carolyn entered PCA life in 1994, and they lived it to clues to the character lurking beneath. the fullest. Bud was President of Santa Barbara Region for four Bud was instrumental in the creation of the “Tour” class in Rally, consecutive years. When no one wanted to attempt to fi ll his and his insightful recommendations helped to improve and advance shoes, Carolyn stepped in. In the 924 and the 928 they entered the Concours series. His ability to establish a relationship with Rusnak rallies and concours. When workers were needed, they were the Porsche helped set the benchmark for Zone Concours festivities. His fi rst to volunteer. During that time the Region grew and thrived. energy, and that of Carolyn, was largely responsible for the signifi cant Our region won the National Membership Award, the National growth of the Santa Barbara Region and the numerous national and Zone 8 Region of the Year Award, and the Heinmiller Award awards that region received. for best newsletter. Our Zone 8 Concours, sponsored by Rusnak Porsche-Westlake, and co-chaired by Bud and Carolyn, was one Bud’s memorial service, of the best in PCA. While they were working for the region, they or better stated, Bud’s were competing and winning Zone 8 and Porsche Parade events. celebration of life, was Bud’s chili was so good that he stopped competing at Region Chili a tribute to the impact Cook-off s to let others win. Tough competitors and hard workers, he had on the lives of they were a driving force and a great team. those he touched. The Bud started being a car guy when he was in high school in minister at that service Savannah, Ohio. He was never afraid to customize his cars to suit said that we all enter his taste and functional needs. His cars had roll bars. Even when this life with a name, but competing in Concours d’Elegance, he didn’t let his interest in it is the name we have modifying his cars bother him one little bit. when we leave this life Neat as a pin, he dressed like a car guy. In his T-shirts, jackets, that matters. Bud and hats, he could fi t in at a Porsche Parade, a NHRA dragstrip, or will be missed, a NASCAR race. His award-winning garage was the envy of every and the indelible car enthusiast - a pristine fl oor, every tool in place, car art on the imprint he left walls. on the lives of those Bud was one of those people we always liked to check in with. who knew him will At a concours or autocross, we’d stop and ask how he was doing: cause his name to be What was on his mind? What was happening with his cars? Was he long remembered. going to the next Parade? He was always pleasant and had time to chat. He wasn’t afraid to express an opinion about the Club, the Region or the Zone. We knew when Bud got up to speak we were about to be entertained. There was a down-home fl avor to his speaking, especially when he talked about himself, his friends, and our crazy car culture. Maybe it was his many years working with industrial equipment customers, or maybe it was because he just liked and respected people. When you are at the Camarillo Breakfast, an autocross, or a concours, you might see a bunny. If the bunny is smiling, it’s probably the spirit of Bud returning to hang out with his many friends again.

18 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION Goodie Store Report February 2006 Goodie Show your enthusiasm and support our region by purchasing items in our Goodie Store By Mike and Pamuela Hodson Store

Pamuela and I were shocked and saddened tops down! Bravo! What a perfect opportunity Fleece Pullover to learn of the passing of Bud Ewbank in to wear your Santa Barbara Region fl eece It’s warm, soft, stylish, practical, January. While we are fairly recent members pullover, color coordinated to match your car fl exible, comfortable and inexpensive of the club, it was obvious from the beginning and every outfi t imaginable. Together with a to boot. At only $35.00, the Santa that Bud and Carolyn were the pillars of the Flex-Fit hat to keep your head warm (especially Barbara Region pullover has become Santa Barbara Region, putting countless hours those follicle-challenged individuals like me) a favorite garment for all who have in at events and behind the scenes, both and you’ll set new records for style. one. Available in a zillion colors, and locally and nationally, for the benefi t of PCA Once again, the collection of unclaimed a zillion sizes, we can order half or full members around the country. name badges is growing. If zip, with Santa Barbara Region logo, One of our fi rst events you ordered one and have PCA National logo, or both. We have was The Pozo Run. been too busy to join us, a catalog that gives all the particulars, Along the way the feel free to contact stop by and take a look! group stopped to The Goodie Store Price $35.00 each take some photos. In and we’ll get the typical fashion, Bud badge to you by made a comment to whatever means 2006 Santa Barbara me (with that grin of necessary. Region Calendar his) that from anyone As February is Featuring 12 months of the most else may have traditionally the beautiful cars in the world (ours!) been questionable. month of LOVE the 2006 full color calendar looks My reaction was (pay attention great on any wall, be it garage, offi ce, obvious, he laughed, guys), what kitchen, bedroom, trophy room, you put me at ease, and better way to name it. The calendar is complete we became instant show your true with signifi cant event and Porsche friends. aff ection than a history dates, All the cars belong to Bud will be perfect Porsche our Region members, shot in settings greatly missed by all present! Of throughout Southern California. It’s a who knew him, and course, it’s not bargain at only $18.00. Get one while his eff orts will be missed by many who didn’t. as welcome as the small shiny expensive the year is still young! Our deepest condolences and sympathy go stuff , but infi nitely more practical, and mostly Price $18.00 each out to Carolyn. unisex too. We realize the risks involved and On a lighter note, chilly weather has not take full responsibility; it is all meant in good How to Buy deterred our members from enjoying their cars, clean fun. the heartiest of those with their Our new activities Chairpersons All items in the Goodie Store are have done a great job planning available at both Breakfast Club the 2006 events. We hope to see events (Camarillo and Santa Barbara) you at one or more soon. and at most special events.

Regards, To place an order or for more Mike and Pamuela information contact Mike Hodson at [email protected] or (805) 279- 2252.

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 19 The Valve Stem A century-old patent is responsible for keeping air in billions of tires worldwide Photos and Words by Michael C. Harley

A simple rubber valve stem Though you’d never believe it from their design. August quickly went to work, and simple outward appearance, the valve soon Schrader’s design was refi ned enough to stems mounted on your wheels are a critical patent. It was 1893. subsystem crucial to the daily operation of Simple in design, the design has changed your Porsche. Assuming you don’t have run- very little in more than one-hundred years. fl at tires, the failure of just one valve stem will The Schrader valve uses a tiny spring, and the bring your car to a standstill, or worse…put pressure behind it, to keep the valve fi rmly you into a spin! seated on the seal - eff ectively preventing any Credit to valve stems goes way back to loss of air. To avoid corrosion, the stem and tiny core are usually made of brass or a plated metal. To High performance plated metal stem decrease cost and complexity, simple the core, thus breaking the seal and allowing valve stems can be the air to escape. made of rubber, A valve stem cap (valve cap) is a back-up but the core will system for the Schrader valve. Accomplishing still be metal. two objectives, caps prevent pressure loss if A threaded the seal fails, and they prevent dirt and grime valve cap protects from contaminating the metal-on-metal seal. the core of the Valve caps are manufactured in everything valve from dirt from inexpensive plastic (which can melt and grime as right off under track conditions!), to anodized contamination aluminum with tiny logos. It goes without of the seal can saying…the nicer the valve cap, the more cause the valve likely they are to end up ornamenting some to leak. If the seal kid’s bicycle wheel (ask me how I know). is damaged, the It is interesting to note that in performance core can easily applications, such as on race vehicles, rigid be replaced in metal stems are used instead of fl exible rubber. seconds without At high speeds, when centrifugal forces are at dismounting the their greatest, rubber stems can bend outward tire from the wheel. and stress the base of the valve. If bent over The “internals” of too far, air will bleed from the broken seal and the Schrader valve the tire will lose pressure (to combat this issue, can be removed Porsche off ers small metal adhesive-based with a tool that “valve stem supports” for high-speed use). If

Artwork from the original patent in 1893 simply spins the your Porsche frequently sees speeds on the valve assembly out fun side of 100 mph, consider using metal 1843. A gentleman named August Schrader of its threaded casing within the valve stem. valve stems or supports. emigrated from Hanover, Germany, to New Infl ating the Schrader valve is simple. Nearly every passenger tire on the road York. Schrader’s specialty was making brass On the infl ating device, a Schrader adapter today uses a Schrader valve mounted on each fi ttings for the rubber industry. simultaneously presses the center of the stem wheel. Even sophisticated valve-stem-based By 1890, pneumatic tires (fi lled with on the core away from the seal, while sealing pressure monitoring systems use the Schrader compressed air) had begun to replace solid the external stem. With the core pressed down, valve. The century-old engineering is simple, rubber tires on bicycles. Originally emerging air escapes and pressure is equalized between inexpensive to manufacture, and very reliable. on the bicycle racing circuit, the technology the source and the valve. Add compressed air at Though worrying about your valve stems quickly trickled-down to recreational tires as the source and the tire is infl ated as pressure is should be pretty low on your list of concerns, it became commonplace. A tire manufacturer equalized in both chambers. If excess pressure keep your Schrader valves clean and covered, asked August Schrader to design a new is noted after infl ation, pressure is easily bled and they will hold pressure for many, many air valve that would replace their existing by pressing down on the stem in the center of years down the road.

20 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 21 Remember, as this is a car wash soap and not a Mothers California grease-cutting detergent, Mother’s California Gold will not remove tar (there are specialized Gold Car Wash chemicals for that). Rinse the bubbly mixture off the paint, and suspended dirt and grime fl ow off onto the An eff ective, and reasonable, alternative pavement. Dry immediately with a quality to harsh detergents and dish soaps. towel, and the paint should sparkle. In all honesty, Mother’s California Gold Photos and Words by Michael C. Harley Car Wash works as well as any other car soap we’ve tested. However, we do feel it is a bit more concentrated that others we have tested (Turtle Wax comes to mind), so you can use less product per wash. It foams very well, and maintains a slippery feel (always a subjective perception of soap eff ectiveness) much better (you don’t want your car wash to remove your than most others. And yes, it smells good too. most recent layer of wax, do you?). Specialized As long as you don’t use detergent or car wash soap is mostly water, lubricants, dish soap, you are only helping your paint and surfactants designed to lift and carry with frequent washings. Obviously, Mother’s particulates off the surface. California Gold Car Wash isn’t the only “car Like all other car soaps, Mother’s California wash” soap on the market, and technically it Gold Car Wash is added by the capful to a probably isn’t the “best” available (there just bucket of cool water. Add a blast of pressurized has to be a boutique soap out there for $100 water from a garden hose and you’ve got the an ounce!), but for the price we sure like it. Add familiar potion – very foamy, slightly slimy, and it to our detailing short list. generally pleasant smelling.

We like to wash our cars. In fact, a 1999 survey by the International Car wash Association found that 44.5% of Americans prefer home washing as a method of vehicle care. Furthermore, at least 75% of all cars are washed at home one or more times a year (I’d hope a bit more often than that!). That’s a lot of clean cars, thanks to an awful lot of sudsy soap! Soap is a generic term for a cleansing and emulsifying agent. What was once a homemade concoction of lye and fat, chemists today have perfected soaps to off er us everything from shampoo for your hair, citrus-based orange hand cleaner, to anti-bacterial washes. It’s no surprise someone invented a specialized car wash soap years ago. Mother’s, the car detailing company, put their chemists to work and introduced their As is customary when washing your For More Information Mother’s California Gold Car Wash - a premium Porsche, the trick is to dunk a soft sponge car wash soap – just for automobiles. into the bucket of bubbles and work your way Mothers California Gold Car Wash Unlike dish soap, hand soap, or laundry down from the top. Cleaning one section at a Online at www.mothers.com detergent, “car wash soap” is specially made time works best as you don’t want the soap to Available at AutoZone, NAPA Auto to be non-abrasive, and to not cut grease dry on the surface as it will leave water spots. Parts, Pep Boys, Wal-Mart, and more.

22 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 23 24 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 25 Scenic Backroads Drive When 1:15 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2006 Where McDonald’s Parking Lot, Camarillo (off Santa Rosa Road) Register Barry or Valerie Weinstein at (805) 241-5641 or [email protected] by February 10th

Join us on a beautiful 70-mile journey through the back roads of Ventura and Santa Barbara County – not once will our wheels touch freeway pavement!

Departing Camarillo promptly at 1:45 PM, we’ll slowly make our way to the landmark Palms Restaurant in the quaint beach community of Carpinteria for dinner. The Palms Restaurant is a fun place where the meat, fi sh, and poultry are of the fi nest quality… but the prices are extremely moderate.

The catch? You cook your own food! (Of course, they can help you prepare your cuisine, but it’s so much fun, most people elect to grill their own.) We plan on arriving in Carpinteria around 4:00 PM, with dinner scheduled at 4:40 PM – this means we’ll have time to browse some of the unique gift and antique shops, and socialize, before dinner. In addition to the cost of dinner (menu shown here), an activity fee of $5.00 per car will be collected.

Malibu Fun Run When 9:00 AM – Saturday, March 18, 2006 Where Costco Parking Lot, Westlake Village (off Lindero Canyon Road) Register Gary Weaver at (805) 523-3448 or [email protected] by March 1st

Join us for a beautiful run through the hills of Malibu in your Porsche! Loaded with twists, switchbacks, and winding roads, the roads above Malibu are renowned worldwide for their pure driving enjoyment. Throw in the spectacular mountain and ocean views, and we’ve got ourselves a “can’t miss” event!

The itinerary includes a stop for lunch at Paradise Cove and a visit to Chuck Beck’s Motorsports to view the famed Beck Spyder!

There is a minimal $5.00 vehicle entry fee, per car. Lunch is on your own dime (but worth it!).

26 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 27 Porsche Turbo History A Compressed History Variable turbine geometry Swiss engineer Dr. Alfred Büchi invented the exhaust gas turbocharger 100 years New from Porsche ago, receiving a patent on Nov. 16, 1905 for a “combustion machine consisting Photos and Words by Porsche Cars North America of a compressor (turbine compressor), a piston engine, and a turbine in sequential Porsche’s next-generation 911 Turbo to speeds. Until now, this innovation has been arrangement.” Büchi used the exhaust feature Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG), limited to diesel applications, due to the gas fl owing out after the combustion advancing the fl exibility and effi ciency of the far higher exhaust-gas temperatures (up to process to drive a turbine, which in turn 100-year-old invention 1000° C/1800° F) prevalent in turbocharged drove a compressor to boost the amount Constantly at the forefront of turbo gasoline engines. But Porsche has overcome of engine intake air. The fi rst application technology, Porsche will once again propel this hurdle—working in close cooperation of turbocharger technology was in the turbocharging to the next level. November with Borg Warner Turbo Systems—by using 1920s on large marine engines, with the 16, 2005 marks the 100th anniversary of the temperature-resistant materials derived from fi rst attempts to use this technology in the invention of the turbocharger, a device that aerospace technology. automobile beginning in the late ‘50s. has only added to Porsche’s storied racing The core feature of the VTG system is the In 1973, Porsche campaigned the 917/30 and performance legacy. To recognize this variable turbine blades, which articulate to in the North American Can-Am Series. This landmark date, Porsche announces its latest most eff ectively guide the fl ow of exhaust fearsome machine developed more than turbocharging development: Variable Turbine gases from the engine onto the turbocharger’s 1100 horsepower, and as a spearhead Geometry (VTG). turbine wheel. The principle behind variable for turbocharger technology in the In its next iteration, the Porsche 911 Turbo turbine geometry is to combine the benefi ts United States, the ultra-powerful racecar will off er VTG, a mechanism that continuously of a small and large turbocharger in one unit. overwhelmed its opponents on the track. adjusts the angle of the compressor’s turbine This ensures both responsiveness and high The outcome was a regulations change in blades, a world’s fi rst for a turbocharged torque at low engine speeds, while providing the Can-Am Series that sent the almighty gasoline engine. Featured in diesel engines superior output and performance at higher 917/30 straight to the museum. since the early 1990s, VTG can provide engine speeds. Another benefi t is a large Since then, Porsche has constantly strove signifi cant improvements in engine fl exibility torque plateau maintained throughout a to advance turbocharging applications. The and responsiveness, particularly at low engine much wider rpm range. Porsche 911 Turbo burst onto the scene at the Paris Motor Show in 1974 as the world’s fi rst series production with an exhaust gas turbocharger. Porsche has continued to advance turbocharging technology in each generation of “the Turbo”—the intercooler, bi-turbo, VarioCam® Plus, as well as the “Cleanest Car in the World” title—that have all set benchmarks in turbocharger development. Now the next generation of the Porsche 911 Turbo is clearly spelled out in three letters: VTG. Since arriving on this continent in 1976, Porsche enthusiasts have been particularly smitten by the 911 Turbo. Of the more than 50,000 Porsche 911 Turbos produced in -Zuff enhausen, over 20,000 have been sold in North America. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), based in Atlanta, GA, and its subsidiary, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd., are the exclusive importers of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne® sport utility vehicles for the United States and Canada. A wholly owned, indirect subsidiary of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, PCNA employs approximately 300 people who provide Porsche vehicles, parts, service, marketing and training for its 210 U.S. and Canadian dealers. They, in turn, provide Porsche owners with best-in-class service.

An early Euro-model Porsche 930

28 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 29 30 FEBRUARY 2006 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA SANTA BARBARA REGION FEBRUARY 2006 31 CLASSIFIEDS

2000 Boxster 11/05 1989 928S4 11/05 1979 930 Turbo 2/06 Black/Tan, 2nd owner, Ventura county car, 59K miles, European delivery, one owner car. Stone gray Very rare Arrow Blue/Blue Leather sunroof coupe 5-speed manual, side air bags, Speedster bonnets, metallic, linen interior, automatic transmission. with 39,500 original miles; unmolested collector car Fox custom cover, 4,000 miles on 17” Pirelli P-Zero’s Must sell as I’m buying a Cayenne! New timing belt, with original blue & yellow California plates; Porsche mounted on stock wheels. Maintained by Rusnak radiator, very clean. $12,000 or best off er. 805-523- Certifi cate of Authenticity; PCA Zone 8 Concours and Ventura independent, always garaged. Not 7075 or [email protected] Award Winner in Unrestored Class; Carrera oil-fed concours, but very, very nice and extremily well cared chain tensioner upgrade; nearly new Michelin Pilot for. $25,500 (price refl ects condition). Contact Doug, 1985 944 11/05 Sports on original Fuchs wheels; complete with 805-217-6840 or [email protected] or Diane Guards Red/Tan Leather, 97,000 miles, all original tools, owner’s manual, and all service records. Ready 805-657-0443 or d.shank@unitedpacifi cmortgage. except for AM/FM/CD Player. Power sunroof, mirros to show and go. Price: $42,900 or will consider trade com and windows. 2nd owner, California car, serviced by and cash for 996 Turbo Tip Coupe or 997 Carrera S Tip Precision Motion. Great starter Porsche or autocross Coupe. Contact Brad Hunt, 818-706-0580 evenings, 1968 912 11/05 car. $3,750. Call Tom at 805-644-4949 or rehtiag@aol. [email protected]. Almost completely restored Black 1968 912. Comes com with head liner kit, rear window seal, and other 1996 Carrera 993 Coupe 2/06 accessories. New owner put 10,000 miles on a 1987 Carrera Coupe 12/05 Guards Red with Black leather, sunroof, 17” cup newly rebuilt engine. Runs well, very reliable, nice Diamond Blue/Blue Leather, 83,000 miles, HRE wheels, only 48,800K original miles, recent service looking vehicle. Asking price $7,600 or best off er. Wheels (and original Fuchs fronts), second owner, and clutch replacement. 10 disc changer. 6-speed All documentation and maintenance information sunroof, no known accidents, all records from manual, garaged day and night. Service records, available. Call Chris Nelson, 805-279-5498 current owner. $17,500. Call Jay at 818-871-4806 or owner’s manuals, excellent condition inside and out [email protected] $34,900. Call Jeff at 818-388-0500 or email annuity@ Class Champion 11/05 earthlink.net for photos. Turn key racing, 3.2-liter car + open trailer + second Tires for Sale 12/05 set of wheels + aluminum fl oor jack + fuel bottles Set of four Continental Contisport Contact. 225/50- 1983 911SC Coupe 2/06 + Buzz gun + cool shirt. 3.2 motor built this season. ZR16. Fit most Porsches. Mounted on ’86 928 wheels Guards Red with Black interior. Second owner, Racing valve springs and ti-retainers, ARP rod bolts, with only 50 miles on them – Virtually brand-new! all records since new. Very well maintained car, new pistons, rings, valves, starter motor, $3.5K Asking $200/set. Call Ray Seider 805-684-4988. everything works! Original paint. 6”& 7” Fuchs w/ headers, dyno tuned and custom chip, 915 trans Michelin Pilots, Carrera chain tensioners, pop-off on rebuild with custom gears + extra gears, LSD at airbox, H4 headlights, rotary a/c, no leaks, Euro ride 80%, new whammy clutch. All new suspension, Black Colgan Bra 12/05 height, 930S steering wheel. I’ve replaced alternator, raised spindles, Bilsteins, Upper Mono-ball mounts, Fits 356C. $40. Call Kent 805-659-1259. brake rotors, pads, ignition switch. Always adult Custom Glen Sanders torsions, Rear E.R.P. mono-ball owned, garaged and never tracked. Call John control arm bearings, bump steer, turbo tie rods, 2001 996 Twin Turbo 2/06 (805)377-6091 or [email protected] for more Custom welded six-point safety cage with window Biaritz White with Black full leather interior. Wood details. $17,000 OBO. netting on the cage. Fire system, kill switch, sparco trim. Nav system. Upgraded sound system. Chrome , fi berglass hood, Iroc tail and bumpers, 2 sets Wheels and exhaust tips. 6 speed manual. Sunroof. of 17’s, 8’s and 9’s. Christopher Wiles, 818-888-5538 Heated and full power seats. Built-in radar/laser detector for front and rear bumpers. 30K service just completed; 30,000 original miles with one owner. Meticulous, inside and out. $79,500. Contact Nicolas Liakas at [email protected] or 818/999- 1600x203.

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