ZN July 2016 Final - PCA Southern Arizona Region

ZUFFENHAUSEN
July 2016
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Southern Arizona Region
2016 Board Members
President
Axel Olsen
[email protected]
520-751-2341
Vice President
Kathleen Vitelli
[email protected]
Treasurer
Larry Rogovein
[email protected]
Secretary
Amy Olsen
[email protected]
Board Member
Pat Norris
[email protected]
Board Member
Lon Reeder
[email protected]
Board Member
Dave Shryock
[email protected]
Past President
Lee Cuevas
[email protected]
ON THE COVER:
Rick Barrett's
photo of his award
winning GT3 on
display at Cinco
de Mayo 2016.
ZUFFENHAUSEN NEWS CONTENTS
DEPARTMENTS
President's Corner
Editor's Message
Marketplatz
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FEATURES
PCA-SAR Adopt-a-Roadway
Parker Canyon Drive and Hike
Cirque du Carrera
"DREAM2"
Coyotes, Reptiles and Bears, Oh My!
Cinco de Mayo Autocross
Budding Autocross Enthusiast
Autocross Timed Lap Results
Cinco de Mayo Golf Outing
Cinco de Mayo Sponsors
Cinco de Mayo Welcome Reception
Concours d'Elegance – Cinco Style
The Dan Story
Concours d'Elegance Results
Cinco de Mayo Enthusiast Award
High Octane Fuel
Porsches2Prescott
Porsche Crossword Puzzle
The Whirlwind Car Show (DM-50)
Technically Speaking
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NEW HAPPENINGS
July 4th Celebration
"North" meets "South"
Mt. Lemmon Tour
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THIS MONTH'S CONTRIBUTORS
Zoe Beard
Barb Crowley
Greg Curtiss
Robert Dearing
Vanessa Dearing
Stuart Duzan
Jon Herold
Norma Nada
Gary Ottaviano
Ron Sable
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SAR Committee Chairs, Appointments and Zone 8 Representative
Advertising
Ken Holmes
Webmaster
Steve Darcangelo
[email protected]
[email protected]
Autocross/DE/
Safety
Greg Robertson
Dealership Liaison
Lee Cuevas
[email protected]
[email protected]
Charity
Darlene Fouts
Southeast Liaison
Gary Ottaviano
[email protected]
Social
Barb Crowley
[email protected]
Historian
Vacant
356 Technical Advisor
Jeff Gamble
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Community Service
Mark Fuller
Insurance
Pat Norris
Technical Advisor
Robert Dearing
Vacant
[email protected]
[email protected]
Zone 8 Concours
Judge Liaison
Peter Beahan
Membership
Kathleen Kendler
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Tours
Kirk Cross
[email protected]
Zone 8 Rep
Dave Witteried
Newsletter
Axel Olsen, Editor
[email protected]
[email protected]
520-751-2341
Thanks to our Advertisers!
Please visit their websites provided below
Arizona Auto Refrigeration – Pg. 27
http://azautoac.com
Autohaus Tucson – IFC
http://www.autohaustucson.com
Dakota Bar and Grill – Pg. 32
http://dakotatucson.com
Holmes Financial Services – Pg. 5
http://www.hfsaz.com
Patsy Sable / Long Realty – Pg. 14
http://www.patsysable.com
McIlvain Motors – Pg. 27
http://www.mcilvainmotors.com
Porsche of Tucson – Pgs. 16/17
http://porscheoftucson.com
Radmacher Porsche Service – OBC
http://tinyurl.com/o5xhf6q
Tucson Insurance Associates – Pg. 33
http://tucsoninsuranceassociates.com
Underhill Financial – Pg. 32
http://underhillfinancial.com
The Disclaimer
The Zuffenhausen News (ZN) is an official publication of the Porsche Club of America (PCA) Southern Arizona Region (SAR). Any statement appearing in the ZN is that of the author and does not constitute an opinion of the Porsche
Club of America, the SAR, it’s Board of Directors, the ZN Editor or other contributors. Photos are author’s submissions unless otherwise noted. The Editor reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication. Permission is
given to the chartered regions of PCA to reprint articles in their newsletter if credit is given to the author and ZN. Mail to the ZN Editor or other members of the Board should be sent to, PCA-SAR, POB 68413, Tucson AZ, 85737 or
email the Editor at [email protected]
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President’s Message
By Axel K. Olsen
hosting a breakfast buffet, tours of the facilities, a tech session and
test drives of new models. It should be a fun day. Register for it on
Motorsportsreg.com.
Hello all … welcome to the dog days of summer – or to monsoon
season – which officially started on June 15. This is the time of
year when many of us hunker down and survive the heat with
indoor activities.
Lastly, we will be driving up to Mount Lemmon on August 27th,
with a picnic lunch prepared by the Iron Door Restaurant. We will
have a cornhole toss, bingo and other activities. Watch for your
notice that registration is open for this event, at the end of July, on
motorpsortsreg.com.
You will note that our club is no different. We have just a few
things planned for the summer. One of which is our annual 4th of
July Celebration – we are grateful to Steve Darcangelo for lending
us use of the Dakota Bar and Grill again this year. Please note the
announcement on page 4.
It was a fun outing last year. You may remember that I won the
cornhole toss first prize … a delicious apple pie. (I guarantee there
will be no repeat) The first prize will again be a scrumptious pie.
Join us for the fun and cooler temps on the slopes of Mt. Lemmon.
We also have a joint event planned on July 24 with the Arizona
Region entitled “North meets South.” This event will include a
drive up to the new Chandler Porsche Dealership where they are
I also know that this is a popular travel time for many of us – as
always, we hope everyone has a safe and relaxing summer,
wherever you may be.
PCA-SAR Adopt-a-Roadway
By Mark Fuller – Community Service Chairperson
On a beautiful mid-March morning, the semi-annual Adopt-a-Roadway activity transpired. Nine exemplary volunteers
assembled at the Beyond Bread at Ina and Oracle where we enjoyed coffee and pastries before the cleanup. We were so happy
to have Rink Reinking join us for coffee and share some of his recollections as a Club member for 40 years!
The nationwide effort of sponsorship for the
Adopt-a-Roadway program helps keep our
highways looking presentable. The Club has
made a long-term commitment to fulfill this
community service project. We had a
fantastic time socializing, talking about cars
and upcoming SAR events as we picked up
litter on Orange Grove Road between Oracle
and First Avenue. This non-arduous task
took us just an hour to complete and gave us
some healthy exercise in the process. All of
us talked about how much fun it was. I am
so appreciative of the core group of
volunteers that always support this event and
extend to them, yet again, my most sincere
thanks and appreciation.
Like all successful Club events, volunteers
make things happen. Fall will be the next
opportunity to join us in this worthwhile
endeavor. As an aside, we loved seeing Peter
and Fran’s gorgeous new Ruby Red
Panamera and Axel and Amy’s very tricked
out Cayenne S Hybrid. Wow!!
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Editor’s Message
By Axel Olsen – SAR President
It is with great pleasure that I introduce Chris Berner as our
new editor for the Driver’s Seat and Zuffenhausen News
publications. Chris and his wife Ruth have recently
relocated permanently to the Tucson area from
Bellingham,Washington.
Chris currently works as a freelance writer out of his home
office. He has a journalism degree from Indiana University
and has written for various newspapers and magazines over
the years.
He currently specializes in business-to-business and
business-to-consumer marketing with an emphasis on
copywriting. He writes ads, web copy, blogs, brochure copy
as well as PR materials. He also has some graphic design
experience although he says he may be a bit rusty.
SAR IS CELEBRATING THE
FOURTH OF JULY!!!
WHEN: JULY 4, 2016 - 6:30 PM
WHERE: DAKOTA BAR AND GRILL
TRAIL DUST TOWN, 6541 E. TANQUE VERDE
PLEASE JOIN US FOR FOOD, FUN AND
FRIENDSHIP! SAR WILL HOST THE MAIN
ENTREE WHICH IS IN THE WORKS!! WE WILL
ALSO PROVIDE BEER AND SOFT DRINKS.
Please RSVP to the evite
WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE BRING YOUR
FAVORITE APPETIZER, SIDE DISH OR
DESSERT TO SHARE.
I have thoroughly enjoyed the years that I have been
involved in our SAR publications. I have learned a lot from
you all. You are very patient and understanding about the
commitment and importance of maintaining high standards
in our publications. For this I will be always thankful. I
know you will welcome Chris with the same enthusiasm
and support.
I am confident that the experience and expertise that Chris
brings will lead to future improvements in the publications
that are so vital to our region.
Our Member's Classified Guidelines
This space is reserved for non-commercial use only, and ads
are printed FREE of charge for PCA members. What a deal!
If you’re not a PCA member, and would like to advertise your
cars/parts for sale, the rate is $30 for 3 months. Again I say,
what a deal! These ads must be submitted to our Advertising
Manager by the 7th of the month preceding insertion date,
along with payment. Keep in mind that this is the Porsche
Club of America – Southern Arizona Region Newsletter;
please don’t submit ads for non-Porsche related items. Try to
hold your copy/photo submission to a reasonable size. We
can’t take up an entire page with your inventory, but we will
try to present it in a pleasing-to-the-eye manner. See
Submission Guidelines for more details. Please contact the
Editor if your item sells.
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Parker Canyon Lake Drive and Hike
On a beautiful April day, club members met to drive to Parker Canyon Lake located southeast of Sonoita. Thirteen
hiking enthusiasts and two of their furry friends enjoyed their outdoor trail adventure, a picnic, and time together.
Thanks to Kurt Fuerstenau for organizing our spring hiking excursion. Photo by Kathleen Kendler
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Photos by Barb Crowley
Cirque du Carrera
In April, Porsche of Tucson unveiled the new 2017 Porsche 911 Carrera at NoRTH. Many SAR members enjoyed the
camaraderie along with good food, rhythmic music … and of course the introduction of the Porsche 911. The Flam Chen
Pyrotechnic Theater Company’s Cirque du Soleil-style production wowed attendees … as did the new cars on display.
Thank you Porsche of Tucson for inviting SAR to your party.
“DREAM2” – Our 2017 Carrera 911 4S
By Stuart Duzan
Introduction by Hal Tretbar:
We were fortunate to sit with Stu and Nanette Duzan from Fountain
Hills, AZ at the introduction of the 2017 Porsche 911 Carrera at
NoRTH Restaurant. They had just had their 2017 911 4S delivered
that day and I asked them to write a story about it for our ZN.
After I saw the photos of it, I asked if Stu had requested to have only
the Porsche name on the back. “Yes, I had the factory delete the
words, Carrera 911 4S on the back. Too much clutter. The word
‘Porsche’ is enough … and with the differences on the back, a
Porsche owner knows how to distinguish. Less attention from cops
too. It will have a blue specialty plate, ‘In God We Trust’ and a
plate number ‘DREAM2.’”
Ah, yes. A true Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing. Here’s the promised
article:
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“DREAM2” – (cont'd)
It all started when I was five years old. One Saturday
morning I decided to go see what my father was doing
under our 1946 Chrysler Windsor, with Fluid Drive. He
was simply doing preventative maintenance – lube, oil,
and filter. I wanted to help by handing Dad a wrench, etc.
Dad was busy and I was probably more of a nuisance than
anything. However, he pointed to a few things and was
trying to explain what he was doing. I was fascinated! I
simply loved being under the car and learning how it
worked.
As I became able, I was washing cars, doing detailing,
preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. My father
was particular and very detail-oriented. He sometimes
lost patience with me, especially if I did not clean and put
the tools away in the exact place I found them.
I was told that I could have my first car if I stayed home
the first two years of college. I negotiated and was able
to purchase my first car: A 1964 Triumph TR 4 with
overdrive. It was red with black leather interior. The
ragtop “sweated” when it rained moderately. I simply
loved it! Dad financed the car and I made payments to
him. I payed for all expenses including insurance. I
worked for $1.25 - $2.50/hr., doing gardening and
handyman projects for people in the community. I would
work 8-12 hours on Saturdays and Sundays, but not
during the week, because I had to maintain my grades in
high school … otherwise my car would be history!
I have had a couple of Ford Mustangs, several Honda
vehicles, a Buick Park Avenue, Cadillac Seville Elegante,
Acura TL, and in 2008, I ordered the love of my life, a
beautiful hand-built Aston Martin DB9 Coupe. I still
have it today! I have great admiration for the hand-builds
and I was considering purchasing one as our daily driver,
but I knew that did not make sense. I waited for three
years for the second generation Acura NSX to be ready
for production, however upon the four preliminary
reviews, I felt it was not the right daily driver car for my
wife, Nanette, and me. The Porsche sports car has been
on mind the past five years. I felt a lot of improvements
had finally been made and we were ready to try our luck
with a 2017 Porsche Carrera 911 4S. My wife asked me
whose car would it be? I paused and said, “Well . . .
since my car is the Aston Martin DB9, the Porsche will
be yours.” She replied, “Good answer.”
So last November, I chose the three Arizona dealers from
whom I would request a quote. There is no doubt in my
mind that the new dealer in Chandler has the potential of
being a good dealership, however, the owner told me that
the allocation for the 4S would be a September delivery.
Porsche of Tucson said that they could order and it would
be here by late April. They were all very pleasant and
Efraim Gonzalez was our contact person. I already had
chosen the color and researched all the options I wanted:
Midnight Blue Metallic exterior, with the new all leather
interior in Medium Blue (blue/grey) with “Chaulk",
oyster, winter white seats. I was very nervous about the
color choice, because I had to order the interior sight
unseen! Also, the online Porsche color chart
recommendation didn’t have my color choice.
The vehicle arrived in the San Diego dock on April 1. It
was transported to the Tucson dealership on April 12.
We were picked up at our home in Fountain Hills, AZ,
Friday, April 15, and we saw our 9114S for the first time!
We left the dealership to travel nine miles to the Westin
La Paloma; garaged our new baby, checked in, showered,
and attended the Porsche unveiling of the 2017 911s at
NoRTH. The food, beverages, entertainment, and
weather were perfect! We were amazed at the numbers
of loyal Porsche owners, including some very nice people
from the Porsche Club of Southern Arizona. We met Hal
and Dorothy Tretbar and after owning the vehicle for only
1 ½ hours, I felt like a part of the Porsche family.
The two hour drive home via highways 77/79 was
wonderful as always. The two famous cops greeted us, as
always, in Florence. We acknowledged them; that I
would behave, because we have to break it in properly!
My wife and I have detailed the car for four days: wash,
clay bar, #4 rubbing compound, glaze, and three
applications of Zymol carnuba wax (with overnight
curing in between each application). Huber OptikeDrei
tint films and frontal body films (including headlamps,
mirrors, door edge guards), and redo of Porsche’s rear
wheel splash film that has too much “orange peel” for this
caliber.
We shall return and keep in contact with you. After all,
we are “family!” What’s for dinner?
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Coyotes, Reptiles and Bears, Oh My!
By Gary Ottaviano
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On Saturday, March 26, some of the SAR Sierra Vista folks met at Casa Ottaviano for a trip to the
Tucson Desert Museum followed by lunch at the nearby Coyote Café. We had a good sign-up of 18
people, but due to an unusual attrition rate, we ended up with only eleven. Before beginning the trip, we
had a chance to meet our newest members – Robert Brooks, his lovely wife Vache, son Robert Jr. and
cute-as-can-be daughter, Ryann. We welcome the Brooks family to SAR!!!
Heading out from Sierra Vista. Destination: the Desert Museum, west of Tucson
Photo by Gary Ottaviano
!!!!!!
Ron Faulkner led us to the Desert Museum. We managed to avoid hitting any of the bicyclists we passed
on the twisting, turning, scenic AZ 83… a real feat as there were many! Larry and Melanie Rogovein met
us at the gate with guest passes, one for each family … a very nice treat that saved all of us a few dollars.
THANK YOU, Larry!!
Patti and I had been to the Museum in the early 2000s and it seemed at least twice as big and way nicer!
We saw lions, tigers and bears! No, not really, but we did see coyotes, prairie dogs (Patti’s favorite) and a
black bear (really). They had a large reptile display (snakes: YUCK, not Melanie’s or my favorite). We
also saw javelinas sleeping under a bridge, white tail deer, owls, tortoises, butterflies and much more. If
you have not been there in a while, the museum is well worth your time!
On to the Coyote Café: We followed Ron to the Coyote Café for lunch. Some of us had been there when
SAR visited the Old Tucson movie site. The café is just as cute and the food just as good as we’d
remembered … and we had the most friendly waitress! During lunch, Larry was presented his Chili
Cook-off Trophy. It was even engraved with his name.
Following lunch, the group broke up with everyone pretty much going in different directions! We had a
great day.
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Vulture Culture at the Desert Museum. Photo by Gary Ottaviano
Melanie taming a coyote!
Photo by Gary Ottaviano
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!!!!!!!!!
Larry receives his trophy from Gary
Photo by Ron Faulkner
Sierra Vista SAR members at Coyote Café. Photo by Ron Faulkner
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Cinco Autocross
By Vanessa Dearing (from SAR’s Facebook)
It started with a beautiful sunrise. You could tell that things were gonna go great. Tech went flawlessly thanks to
Stuart Anderson and Robert Dearing. Then it was track time. The cars were quick and before we knew it, the last
Porsche crossed the finish line. Everybody waited for the timing results. It only took Kathleen Kendler, Nancy
Elliot and Lee Cuevas a few minutes. There were so many hands to clean things up. It was all over by five-thirty
when Jim and Kathleen locked the gates. Another successful Cinco Autocross in the books! Thanks to all the
people who worked on making the day fun. (Check out more AX photos on Facebook by Lon & Lee)
Forty enthusiastic drivers turned up for for a day at Musselman. On the far right is John Herold (standing w/hat) with son, Jon
(in front of him) see Jon's article on Pg. 11 – Photo by Rick Barrett
Alexandra Zust
in her Elise was
Fastest on
Street Tires
Photos by Rick Barrett
Photos by Axel Olsen
Bob Belman in
his 2-eleven was
Fastest on
Non-Street Tires
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Budding Autocross Enthusiast
By Jonathan Herold
I’ve been a lifelong car enthusiast and Porschephile, but
first began autocrossing in early 2016. It all started when a
fellow friend and enthusiast invited me to join him and a
Datsun club, having anxiously anticipated an opportunity
to track my Jetta GLI. After my first run, I was hooked.
The author in his Jetta GLI staged to enter the
Musselman track.
photo by John Herold
The event was full to capacity with car enthusiasts
enjoying the perfect driving weather. There were several
trailered vehicles, as well as many street cars, providing a
diverse turnout for attendees to watch. Participants brought
everything from a Cayenne Hybrid to a Cayman GT4, and
the track was dotted with groups of Guards Red. There
were individuals, couples, and families of all ages,
including a young couple who brought their 993 and their
VW Golf so they could both track. The event included
plenty of instructors to help guide both new and
experienced drivers and help drivers get the most out of
the day.
Autocross allows a driver to push both themselves and
their car in an open environment. A simple course layout
on paper can quickly become a sea of cones on your first
run. Autocross forces a driver to learn to trust their car at
its limits, and feel the car’s performance in a variety of
formats. Musselman is the perfect track for selfimprovement, fun, and getting to know your vehicle.
I subsequently attended the entire Phoenix SCCA Spring
series and several Phoenix PCA autocross events. As a
Tucson native, I jumped at the opportunity to run at
Musselman with the Southern Arizona Region’s Porsche
Club of America.
SAR’s event included a timed run after practice runs. The
participants were allowed a warm-up lap and three flying
laps that were timed. They spaced out the cars well so that
drivers weren’t inhibited by distractions and could attempt
their best time.
The Musselman track is tight, smooth, and built for ideal
carting conditions. Speeds at the track are well under 100
miles an hour in the straights for most cars. The turns
require a thoughtful line and steady hand, allowing the
driver to feel out weight transfer in a fun, controlled
environment. For this particular day, the track set-up
included a slalom on the back straight, further reducing
speeds and adding another enjoyable twist.
The Cinco de Mayo experience at Musselman was a
personal highlight for me as a budding autocross
enthusiast. Looking back at my first event at Musselman
with the Datsun crew, I achieved a full second
improvement over my January time … even with the
additional element. The event set-up, participants, cars,
and venue made it a great day to put it all out on the track.
Track Map
mhcircuit.com
Well, it looks like Dad was in the lead – for a little while at least.
Photo by Rick Barrett
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Cinco de Mayo Autocross Results
Car
Last Name First Name Run Group number Car Model
Lap 1
Lap 2
Lap3
Black
Blue
41
01
Miata
Boxster
XX
SS04
01:09.3
01:18.6
1:09.33+2
01:17.3
01:09.4
01:19.6
White
Red
301
30
Miata
Miata
XX
XX
01:18.4
01:05.3
01:21.8
01:05.1
01:21.8
01:05.6
Yellow
Red
101
44
Cayman S
2-Eleven
SS04
XX
01:09.1
01:02.5
01:08.8
01:00.9
01:07.9
01:02.4 Fastest Non-Street tires
White
Blue
103
0
Cayman S
911 S
SS04
CC04
01:07.2
01:13.4
Keith
White
Black
70
4
996
Boxster S
Novice
SS02
01:16.6
01:07.8
Cross
Kirk
Orange
69
Carrera
CC06
DNR
DNR
DNR
Cuevas
Eliseo
Black
7
944S2
CC01
01:10.8
01:09.9
01:11.1
Curtiss
Greg
Dearing
Robert
Red
Yellow
17
2
GT4
Cayman S
SS08
CC01
01:02.5
01:08.2
1:01.83+2
01:09.0
01:02.7
01:09.5
Dunville
Larry
Elliott
Kelly
Blue
Red
47
554
911 S
914
Novice
XX
01:08.0
01:02.8
01:08.1
1:02.63+2
01:07.6
01:03.0
FINCH
BLAKE
Fouts
Jerry
Yellow
Yellow
52
8
M Roadster
Carrera
XX
Novice
DNR
01:11.9
DNR
01:11.2
DNR
01:10.2
Gerkey
Kai
Gerke y
Lorie
Black
Blue
03
30
911 E
911 T
CC07
CC01
01:05.9
DNR
01:04.8
DNR
01:04.3
DNR
Hawkins
Robert
Herold
John
Blue
White
328
87
BMW 328i
Cayman S
XX
Novice
01:13.0
01:12.3
01:14.6
01:14.4
01:12.6
01:14.8
Jonathan
White
Hopkinson Mary Jane Yellow
6
132
Jetta GLI
911 S
XX
CC13
01:09.4
DNR
01:09.1
DNR
DNR
DNR
Hugeback
Dave
Kendler
James
Green
Black
104
51
Cayman S
Boxster S
SS04
CC01
01:06.2
1:06.79 +2
01:06.2
01:03.0
01:06.1
01:04.7
Lesadd
Chris
Mayer
Kurt
Red
Yellow
36
926
911
911
CC13
SS06
DNR
DNR
DNR
DNR
DNR
DNR
Norris
Pat
Orange
33
01:17.5
01:16.3
Lee
White
05
Novice
01:17.1
01:16.8
01:18.1
Olsen
Axel
Green
111
944
Carrera S
Cabriolet
Cayenne S
Hybrid
DNF
Olitzky
Novice
01:23.1
01:21.4
01:30.0
Phillips
James
Popelka
Jeffrey
Green
Orange
000
79
964
996
CC03
SS03
01:19.1
01:09.1
1:16.50 +2
01:09.3
01:17.4
01:09.2
Popelk a
Steve
Black
117
996 Turbo
SS07
01:05.8
01:05.2
01:09.0
Roesch
Jon
Szudajski
Thomas
Orange
Green
15
72
Cayman S
Boxster
SS06
Novice
01:03.9
01:11.0
01:04.4
01:14.5
01:04.6
01:13.9
Green
Orange
74
130
VW Rabbit
Miata
XX
XX
01:25.1
01:06.1
01:25.5
01:06.0
01:25.7
01:05.3
Orange
Red
170
96
Elise
Elise
XX
XX
59.13
DNR
59.59
DNR
Anderson
Stuart
Angell
Don
Ashcraft
Lynn
Ashcraf t
Steve
Ashton
Larry
Belman
Bob
Bene
Dennis
Brown
Bryce
Colombi
Benedict
Copeland
Herol d
Tingsabhat Jackie
Traines
Dane
Zust
Alexandra
Zus t
Fred
Class
Photos by Rick Barrett
CC04
1:06.86+2 1:06.68 +2
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By:*Greg*Curtiss*and*Norma*Nada*–*****************************************************************************************************
Golf*Tournament*Co:chairs**********************************
Quarry Pines Golf Course in Marana was the site of this year’s Cinco Golf Tournament. Moderate
temperatures plus some breezes made for enjoyable and challenging conditions. There were two teams of
three, and although a small group, we did have fun playing a “Chapman modified scramble” – everyone
gets to play the course. The winning group consisted of Chris and Ruth Berner and Larry Rogovein.
They won by a stroke. Congratulations! Lunch, drinks and awards followed after the round.
Porsche club golfers: We’d love to have you join us next year. If there’s a course you’d prefer to play,
drop us a line at [email protected] . Let’s see if we can increase participation next year … maybe
playing the course you suggest.
!
Larry on the green at Quarry Pines
Photos by Den Crowley
The winning team by a stroke!
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Our great event sponsors came through for us again this year. Many thanks to Porsche of Tucson for hosting the Cinco welcome reception! Thanks also to
Steve Darcangelo of Dakota for his support. Kudos too, to Ryan Volin for volunteering to co-chair Cinco and for all the items provided by Graphic Impact.
Please be sure to mention your appreciation when you visit these businesses.
Darlene Fouts would like to thank all those who contributed items to the charity auction. Thanks to the generosity of our members and other contributors,
$3000 was raised! These funds will be split to benefit Arts Express and the Tucson Arthritis Support League. We’d also like to thank all the volunteers who
came out to set up and conduct the Silent Auction. It was a great success!
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Cinco de Mayo Welcome Reception
Photos by Rick Barrett
Thanks to Steve Darcangelo, the staff at Dakota
and Porsche of Tucson for their sponsorship
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Concours d'Elegance – Cinco-Style
Placement and Prep
Photos by Rick Barrett
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Cinco de Mayo Concours d'Elegance Award-Winning Cars
Photos by Rick Barrett
People's Choice: Dave Radmacher 1971 914-6
Best of Special Catagories: Rich Kepner 1987 959
Best of Ubergang: Greg Curtiss 2016 GT4
Best of Show: Randall Knuth 1960 356 Roadster
Best of Street: Jack and Loretta Aman 1981 911
Best of Wash & Shine:
Charles and Denise Brasile 2012 911
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The Dan Story
By Zoe Beard
Editor’s Note: Zoe is the daughter of Dave and Barb
Radmacher. Zoe’s name for Barb is “Gaga.” At Cinco, Barb
Crowley was watching the judging of the Radmacher’s 914-6
and noticed that Zoe seemed a bit concerned. Come to find out
that Zoe didn’t like all those judges poking and prodding
around the car that her dad had spent so much time restoring
and cleaning for the Full Concours competition! She was
afraid they might hurt it. Barb C. asked Zoe to write an article
for the ZN about her experience at Cinco. You will enjoy her
reflections from the perspective of an eight year-old.
We had a giant Porsche club meeting at Trail Dust Town
on Friday night. I got to pan for gold and go on a train
ride. We nearly got hit by a car coming out.
The next day when I woke up, Dad was already set to go
to the car show. My dad had to get this car from his best
friend who died, Dan. Dad fixed the car the way Dan
always wanted it. He wanted others to remember Dan so
he also made a sign with pictures of his old friend, the
car and pictures of them hugging.
I set up the table and got my chair out while Dad parked
the car next to a tree in a shady spot. Soon enough, Gaga
came and was lucky to park right next to us.
At registration, I found the bowl with granola bars and
took one. It was yummy. I found another in our gift bag
and ate it too. It tasted so delicious, the chocolate melted
in my mouth. Next I looked for the ballot to vote for our
favorite car. Everybody got one when they entered a car
and each one got to vote for their favorite car. Gaga had
a favorite car and it was the same one as mine, but it
didn’t count as two votes.
Next we got some raffle tickets. There were tables with
bags on them everywhere. Two ladies were selling the
tickets. We put the top strip of the tickets in the bags and
kept the bottom strip. This was my first raffle. There
were so many gifts to see and get … so I looked at all
the gifts and then I put my tickets in and waited for the
time to see if I won. Right before they started, I put a
ticket in on something nobody else wanted. It was a
painting. When they called the first time, I WON! It was
a “Porsche Only Parking” sign. I waited for a long time
and then I won the painting! It was huge. I loved it. I
went home and put the painting in my camper. It looks
so good. It is an Indian in a canoe that we named
Hiawatha.
p.s. My Dad and his car won the votes.
The$914$restoration$and$‘story$board’$were$in$honor$of$the$
Radmacher’s$longtime$friend$and$former$SAR$member,$Dan$
Ward.$Photos$by$Barbara$Radmacher$
The yellow Porsche 914-6 with silver wheels, a black
top and bottom glittered in the sun as it rode on the car
trailer with ropes on its wheels.
About the author: Zoe began her writing career in
kindergarten and her first book was called Lily’s Birthday
Party. She recently published her fifth book, Fast as Lightning,
which was selected by Teacher’s Theater and brought to life
on stage in May 2016. Besides being a famous author, Zoe
enjoys playing in the Dragon Club (she is the founder) at
recess at her school. Zoe is inspired as an author by reading
great books. She recommends that you read her favorite series
of books – Race to the Wild. Zoe will be entering third grade.
It took a long time to get there. Once we got there it was
grassy land, the Tucson Country Club. There were flags
on the grass to help people find where to park … or go
in circles like Gaga did! There were so many different
cars I didn’t even want to count them. All the cars were
being displayed or being judged. My Dad’s was being
judged and Gaga’s was being displayed.
“What$are$they$doing$to$my$Dad’s$car?“$
Photo$by$Barbara Radmacher$
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Cinco de Mayo People's Choice Award
Dave and Barb Radmacher receiving their
Cinco de Mayo trophies from Barb Crowley.
Photo by Garry Morris
Best of Display-Track/Racecars: Rick Barrett's
2007 GT3 photo by Rick Barrett
Dave Radmacher telling the story of the
special relationship he had with Dan Ward and
the restoration of Dan's 914-6.
Photo by Garry Morris
Best of Display/Non-Racecars: Steve Fairbank's
1988 Targa driven from California
Photo by Rick Barrett
Parking volunteers did a great job
Photos by Rick Barrett
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Peter Beahan leads the Judges' meeting. Photos by Rick Barrett
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And the Winner Is! ….
Results of the Cinco de Mayo
Enthusiast Award
By Axel Olsen – SAR President
I have the pleasure of announcing that Jim Kendler is the
winner of the 2016 Cinco de Mayo Enthusiast Award. It
was a very close competition between Greg Curtiss and Jim
Kendler. Just one tenth of a point separated Jim and Greg.
The purpose of the Award is to promote volunteerism and
individual club member participation in Cinco de Mayo
events. Below are the results:
We had six PCA-SAR members who entered vehicles in the
two major PCA-SAR Cinco de Mayo Zone 8 competitive
events. Four members entered the same Porsche in the
Autocross and Concours earning the ten bonus points for
entering the same Porsche in both events. A very timeconsuming task because the Concours points are awarded on
cleanliness of the vehicle’s interior and exterior.
Greg Curtiss, Jim Kendler and Axel Olsen
Photo by Garry Morris
All three will receive PCA-SAR gift certificates which may
be redeemed in the coming year towards PCA-SAR events.
Jim will receive a $100.00 Gift Certificate. Greg will
receive a $75.00 certificate for second place. The Third
place award of a $50.00 PCA-SAR gift certificate goes to
Steve Popelka, who entered his 2002 Porsche 996 turbo in
the Autocross and Concours.
The Board is looking forward to the 2017 Cinco de Mayo
and encourages all club members to join in the fun. Maybe
you will be next year’s winner!
Steve Popelka on the track at autocross
Photo by Rick Barrett
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High Octane Fuel
by Barb Crowley
SAR’s slogan is “Fueled by volunteers.” Boy, was that apparent at Cinco! Ryan and I would like to thank the cadre of hard-working club members who
gave up their free time to ensure the event was successful. From logo and t-shirt design and advertising on the website, to setting up motorsportreg and
working registration, to planning and conducting an autocross, chairing a golf outing, sponsoring the event, organizing and working our charity
activities, lining up the cars themselves, being part of a judging or scoring team, taking photographs, balancing the books, and a thousand other details
… our “high octane” tireless volunteers did a great job!
Special thanks to our
photographer
extraordinare, Rick
Barrett. He gave us
many great shots to
pick from.
Photo by Lon Reeder
The registration team: Andi, Tom and Amy
Photo by Lon Reeder
Darlene , Charity Chair, and Jerry Fouts
Photo by Lon Reeder
Connie Sherman (left)
and Rita Dennis helping
with charity
Photo by Lon Reeder
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tested (not charging) but rebuild-able. 11 blade 250mm
cooling fan with belt pulley – 1/2 included (no clamping
washer or fan hub nut) $800 obo.
Contact Kirk at, [email protected]
For Sale:18” Boxster OEM wheels for sale. Set of
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S. Fronts 7.5 x 18 ET50, Rears 9.0 x 18 ET52.
Have old Dunlop Direzza Star Spec track tires with
much tread left. Some curb rash, so not for your
concours car. More pics available. $850 OBO
Greg 520-797-7612, [email protected]
For sale: Car Cover and Car Bra for a 911 Carrera (996)
$60.00 each. contact Larry Dennis, 520-247-6254 or
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“North” meets “South”
Sunday, July 24, 2016
By Event Chairman: Ray Ramirez (AZ-PCA)
with tour info provided by Kirk Cross – PCA-SAR Tour Chair
1010 S. Gilbert Road, Chandler, AZ 85286
Come join us for the joint Arizona-PCA and PCA-SAR Regional Event where you can
meet Porsche friends at the new Porsche Chandler Dealership!
ITINERARY
7:00 a.m. SAR to Meet at the McDonald’s at 3830 W. Ina Rd. (for Driver’s Meeting & waivers)
7:30 a.m. SAR Departs Tucson to Chandler via Rt. I - 10
9:00 a.m. AZ-PCA and PCA-SAR Arrival at dealership in Chandler
9:30 a.m. Activities to begin: The new Porsche Chandler dealership will be hosting your
breakfast, as well as tours of their new facility, tech sessions and test drives
More details at www.az.pca.org or on our SAR website at www.pcasar.com
Registration is now open on https://www.motorsportreg.com
Mt. Lemmon Tour
Saturday, August 27, 2016
Get away from the
of the Tucson Valley!
Join SAR for a fun drive up to Ski Valley. Around lunch time, The Iron Door Restaurant
will be grillin' up some burgers & brats with all the fixin’s.
There will be time to play, hike, ride the ski lift, or just “chill.”
Bring your Frisbee, ball glove, hiking shoes or a good book and enjoy a
day away!
The club will bring a few games such as cornhole (yes, that is the name of a game)
along with a heated 50/50 Bingo session with half the cash to the winner …
and half to our Holiday Basket charity.
You must sign up on Motorsportsreg.com for this event. Look for more details and
the opening date for registration by going to SAR website or our Facebook page.
See Ya There!
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Porsches2Prescott
Article and Photos by Axel K. Olsen
The Arizona Region’s Porsches2Prescott the 2016
version, enjoyed great weather and a good crowd of
Porsches on display in the Courthouse Square.
The weekend started with a fun run around Prescott
Valley following registration and a no-host reception in
the evening. Saturday morning dawned sunny and a
little breezy but the temps were mild. We had a great
day for the display. Many of us met at the conference
center and drove down to the square where we were
directed to park three vehicles wide on the blocked off
street. We were so deep that there were over 100
Porsches on display. The Kendlers and Olsens had
the only four door Porsches on display with their
Cayennes. I even fielded a question from one of the
locals asking if that was a real Porsche SUV. They
didn’t know that Porsche made anything but sports
cars. We finished the official events of the day with a
banquet, door prizes and awards. Luckily, we didn’t
win any door prizes because they were all local
Prescott sponsors and… winning would have meant
another road trip to Prescott!
Sunday morning included a tour of Prescott Vintage
Motors, one of the finest private car collections
around, including: Mario Andretti’s Indy car, a
Formula 1 Ferrari, 1973 Porsche Carrera RS,
Porsche Speedster, Porsche 930 factory slant nose,
1931 Packard and more! Then off to home.
All in all, a fun-filled Porsche Weekend!
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Porsche Puzzle #2
Racetracks by: Axel Olsen
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Sao Paulo native F1 driver
The river in Le Mans
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Apex at Turn 8 is 12% drop
Inde aircraft on display
Grand Prix with rain for consecutive 20 yrs
Oldest active sports car race
Nurburgring north loop nickname from Jackie
Stewart
Allows clockwise and counterclockwise driving
Watch this race from your yacht
Inde Turn 4
Mr. Monaco
Andretti's last CART race location
Died in a Porsche 550 Spyder
F1 racetrack in PCA Zone 1
Rush movie filmed here
Straight between Turn 6 & 7
Driver of Can-Am Killer Porsche 917-30
Author of "Racing in the Rain"
They placed 1, 2, 3 & 4 at Spa in 1961
Won 1976 Japanese F1 Grand Prix
Nickname for Watkins Glen Long Course
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The Whirlwind Car Show
Article and Photos by Ron Sable
It had been in the works for weeks – the 8th Annual DM 50
Car Show and Picnic for some 3-4,000 base personnel. We
hoped to have it in March this year to avoid the very warm
days that can come in April, but we were trumped by a visit
to the base by the Secretary of the Air Force, Heritage
Flight where air show pilots receive their training; and YES
… the visit of the Thunderbirds. To add to all that, the base
had a major exercise in preparation for deployment. All
that dictated that the show be postponed until April.
We could not have been more blessed with good weather –
at least 99 % of the day. Towards the latter part of the
show, a strong wind gust picked up the Jim Click tent, flew
it over the field to about the pitcher’s mound, then quickly
reversed course (before it could be rescued) and landed
against two TR3s and another Triumph from the Tucson
British Car Registry club. The damage was not extensive,
but any damage to our precious show cars is cause for
concern. In quick order, the Click representatives connected
the car owners with its insurance company, made
arrangements for repair, and we all went off to lunch and a
cold one.
Of the 24 Porsches that signed up, 18 made it to the show
— the first time in years that we had some missing in
action. Nevertheless, it was a perfect day, with almost 130
cars and a few 1930s vintage motorcycles on the grass (the
soccer field was under reconstruction so we occupied the
baseball outfield, via the Swan and Golf Links gate) which
worked out very well.
When it was all said and done, we raised just short of $7500
and it all goes to support the troops on the base, particularly
the young enlisted families. The Southern Arizona Region
- PCA has been a major player in this DM50 Car Show
from the beginning and this event simply would not be
successful without that support.
Thanks to all, and if you were among the missing — you
missed a special day supporting a very good cause.
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Technically Speaking
By Robert Dearing
Question: My Cayenne has 17,000 miles on it and I
have already burned through the front tires. They
came with the Goodyear Eagle LS 2. I’m looking for
something with some type of a warranty or longerlasting.
I have looked at the Pirelli Scorpion that has a 55K
warranty. I believe the Michelin Tour HP has a 65K
warranty. The Bridgestone Duehler may or may not
have a warranty. If you or anyone has any thoughts of
something that is going to last longer than these, I
would appreciate your opinion. Thank you.
Bob Hastings
Answer: Bob, thank
you for sending the
pictures and info. Let
me start by saying the
days of 50,000-mile tire
life are long past and
the vehicles we now
drive have become
harder and harder on
tires.
The pictures of your tire
show a good amount of what I call "chunking" as well
as outer-edge wear. Chunking is seen from time to
time and is usually on the original set of tires as they
age. To me, the outer-edge wear indicates that the
alignment is possibly not set as well as it could be.
After renewing your tires, I suggest you get your
vehicle aligned and show the photos of your tire wear.
Chain stores are not likely to have someone who is
knowledgeable enough about alignment. I've used
Alignment, Brake & Suspension Specialists
(Speedway and Rook) for over 25 years and have had
good results on cars that show abnormal tire wear.
You indicated that maybe only the front tires need
replacing. Changing tire brands and age can be
dangerous. Not all tires behave the same or have the
same traction. I recommend you replace all four tires. I
will say I've never driven a Porsche with an N-rated
tire and been disappointed, but that rating comes with
a price. Be wary of tires that list a high mileage
warranty – many turn into rolling rocks long before the
tread goes away. Ride quality and response is what
makes a Porsche.
Your wear indicates an alignment issue and would not
be covered by warranty. I have always been a
Michelin fan and, after having hundreds installed, I
can only think of two sets that didnot live up to
Michelin's reputation. Hope this helps. If you have any
questions, don't hesitate to ask. Robert Dearing
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