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2013-10
Roadrunner
Ramblings
PCA’s 2008 Region of the Year
October 2013
Roadrunner
©Porsche Cars North America, Inc. Porsche recommends seat belt usage and observance of all the traffic laws at all times.
Ramblings
October 2013
The Magazine of the Roadrunner Region Porsche Club of America
PCA Region of the Year 2008, Chartered October 13, 1967
16
Roadrunner Election Ballot
20
Balloon Fiesta 2013
22
Chili Cook-off
24
Charity Drive-out
The 911 50th Anniversary Edition.
Tradition Future.
Columns
5 On Track
30 In the Zone
look for us at
www.roadrunner-region-pca.org
and on
8900 Pan American Highway NE • Albuquerque, NM 87113 • Ph: 505-338-8270 • Fax: 505-821-7940 • www.porscheofalbuquerque.com
Departments:
7 On the Horizon
13 Membership Report
36 Roadrunner Style
Cover: Garry Wolf’s speedster, photo by Dennis Chamberlain.
This Page: Marsha MenNe celebrates at the Charity Driveout. Michael Galaviz photo.
PCA Roadrunner Region
Board Of Directors
Michael Galaviz
President/Charities
505.889.5428
red914p@yahoo.com
Lee Stauffacher
Vice President/Autox Chair
505.298.7185
psperformance@ymail.com
Steve Fallon
Secretary
swflaw@aol.com
505.918.7000
Ex Officio Board Members
Sandra One Feather
Newsletter Editor
575.829.4392
rrreditor@gmail.com
OTHER REGIONAL CONTACTS:
Don Vichick
Tech Chair
505.281.9549
davichick@comcast.net
Tony Richey
Past President
505.884.8069
tony@renaissancenetworks.com
Krickett Marquez
Treasurer
505.280.1794
krickettlove@yahoo.com
Willard MenNe
Member-at-Large
wmenne@cableone.net
505.892.0538
James Wilson
Member-at-Large
orthello@thuntek.net
505-228-5233
Phillip Ganderton
Member-at-Large
drphilgandini@gmail.com
Tommy Thompson
Member-at-Large
tomthompson40@gmail.
com
Dave Flynn
Member-at-Large
skiinraven@yahoo.com
505-280-8603
Harry Season
Member-at-Large
Insurance Chair
505.293.5006
hseason@comcast.net
Dennis Chamberlain
Social Chair
505.554.1815
denchamber@me.com
Paul Teske
Membership Chair
pteske@comcast.net
505.907.0281
Russ Kelso
Head Steward/Driving
Instr.
505.898.0238
pmciinc@comcast.net
Ann Mulhern Waller
Webmaster
ann@annmulhern.com
Sean Cridland
Club Historian
575-829-4392
cridland_s@valornet.com
Zone 9 PCA Representative
Liz Shaw
Zone 9 Rep
lizshawsf@msn.com
On
Track
Michael Galaviz
Region President
The days are getting shorter as we approach
fall, but that doesn’t mean that there will be fewer
events. October may be a spooky month, but don’t
be afraid of not having enough Porsche related fun.
With the cooler weather, it’s a great month to enjoy
your car with your Roadrunner friends.
Santa Fe will be overrun with amazing 356 Porsches
from the 9th through the 14th.
The 356 West Coast Holiday
Event will be put on by the 356
club. Many members also belong to the PCA. Check in on
this event, they will be in need
of volunteers during the week.
PCA Escape to Los Angeles will run from the 24th till the
26th. If you are going to attend,
I hope you have already registered and made arrangements
by now.
The Carrera Region puts
on its Oktoberfiesta in Las Cruces the weekend of the 25th.
Registration has been open
since mid-September at motorsportreg.com. Hurry and register
your spot and make hotel reservations. A DE will be arranged
at The Arroyo Seco Raceway.
The autocross event at Oktoberfiesta is part of our
regions Die Series, and will count as a points event.
Instructors will be available if you have never driven
this venue, or just want tips.
We were unfortunate to not have another autocross in Farmington this year. Due to heavy rain,
and flooding our venue canceled our event the day
before we were scheduled. Due to the lack of time
in the year and the other autocross events planned,
we will not reschedule a Farmington make up this
year. This leaves only two more chances to gain
points in this year’s series.
Great news for the Roadrunner Region, Ann
Mulhern Waller and Steve Waller have volunteered
to manage the club’s website. Ann has had a full
service advertising agency in Albuquerque for
the past 30 years. Many long term clients include
Blake’s Lotaburger, Ron Bell, Montano Acura, the
YMCA, and Baca’s Trees. She has extensive experience working with clients to create and place all
types of advertising, production and printing; design
and manage her client’s websites and also to create
a complete online presence for her client’s businesses.
Steve and Ann became members of RRR last
winter and when Tony wanted to give up the website
management a few months ago,
they stepped forward. Steve is
the Porsche person of the two
as well as a skilled writer with
excellent communication skills.
He has been a Novartis Pharmaceutical Sales Consultant
for more than 32 years and is a
Porsche enthusiast by choice.
Tony has been working
with Steve & Ann to show them
the workings of our existing
website. We don’t really expect
to see any big changes in the
way you receive information or
the timeliness in which you get
your club information. If you do
see a mistake Ann would like to
always be alerted of it so it can
be corrected as soon as possible.
But other than that feel free
to send your club information to
the regular email address: webmaster@roadrunner-region-pca.
org and Ann will respond. Tony Richey will continue
to make improvements and adjustments on the
technical side of the website. It is a two year award
winning website, but Tony has some ideas he would
like to add.
For now, best wishes to everyone.
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Put Your Thinking-Cap On!!!!
What do YOU want to do?
The Roadrunner Region 2014
Planning Meeting is coming up
in early December.
On the Horizon
October
November
October 1: 6:00pm, Membership Meeting, PofA
November 2: Meet and Greet at Chama River
Brewing Company
November 5: 6:00pm, Membership Meeting at
Porsche of Albuquerque
November 9: 8am DS #11 Charity Autocross at
Airport Parking
November 20: RRR Election Ballots must be
received
November 30: Thanksgiving Weekend Drive-out
TBA
October 5: 6am Balloon Fiesta Launch, PofA
October 5: Chili Cook-off at Bruce Phillips home
October 9-13: 356 West Coast Holiday, Santa Fe
October 15: RRR announces candidates
October 24-27: PCA Escape to Los Angeles
Once again it’s time to meet and create our calendar of events for the coming year, including Fiesta
2014. If you would like to sponsor an event, give
us ideas on what type of event you would like to
see, or just help with the process of scheduling the
events, come out to this meeting and help us plan
our activities for the upcoming year.
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.
This is your club and we need your input to help the
club to meet your expectations!
Stay tuned for details and we hope to see you there!!!
The highest compliment I
can receive is the referral
of friends and family.
Thank you for your trust.
Patricia Blackwell: Agent, Broker, Home Finder
Main Number: 505-249-7216 Office Line: 505-839-0775
WelcomeHome.Realty@comcast.net Fax: 505-352-2766
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October 25-27: Carrera Region Oktoberfiesta,
DS#10
Check www.roadrunner-region-pca.org for up-to-the-minute details.
Autocross chair: Lee Stauffacher at psperformance@ymail.com
Social chair: Dennis Chamberlain at denchamber@me.com
Tech chair: Don Vichick at davichick@comcast.net
TSD (Time, Speed, Distance) Rally Time!
From Tony Richey
TSD Rally – That’s “Time, Speed, Distance” for the uninitiated, a group in which I include myself! Nevertheless, Harry Season and I participated in the TSD Rally in the Salt Lake City Parade a last year,
and thought this would be a lot of fun for Roadrunners.
Fortunately, Roadrunner Paul Friedman, in addition to being an experienced wheel to wheel racer, is
also a TSD Rally aficionado. He and I (mostly he) have created a Rally course in Northern Albuquerque, and there will be an official Roadrunner Rally on November 23rd .
Just as important, we’ll hold two Rally Classes the week before the event. Saturday, November 16th,
during the day (time and place to be announced), and on Thursday evening, November 21st (time and
place to be announced), Paul will conduct these classes to explain the way TSD Rally works, giving out
valuable information regarding the timing of the event, as well as the verbiage of the instructions.
The huge success of the TSD Rally during Fiesta this year is another reason to keep this going.
We’re inviting other car clubs to join us, as this should be fun for all. Cost is $10 per car to defray the
expense of paying for lunch for the checkpoint workers. Please RSVP to Tony so we can plan for the
three separate events. This Rally will qualify for end-of-year Die Serie points for your Rally participation, so get ready! It’s time to Rally!
Tony Richey 505-884-8069 or tony@renaissancenetworks.com
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Dennis Chamberlain Photo
Dennis Chamberlain Photo
Yvonne Teske, Marsha MenNe, Jennifer Sullivan and Debra
Burns enjoy the evening at the annual Chili Cook-off.
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Kim Stauffacher, pictured here with
Tony Richey, was the winner of the
first annual Jude Richey award for
the best green chili dish at the ChiliCook-off. It was a poignant moment.
We lost Jude unexpectedly in early
April. Kim and Jude were close
friends.
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Carrera Region 37th Annual Oktober Fiesta 2013
And RRR Die Serie #11
Return to Las Cruces! October 25-27
Membership Report
New Members
Paul Teske
Membership Chair
Pteske@comcast.net
Michael and Amanda Artifon
1975 green 911s
Carlo Dominguez
2011 black 997 Turbo S
As Membership Chair I would
like to welcome the new and
transfer-in members to the
Roadrunner Region. I would
like to invite all the membership to “try us on” at a club
event scheduled soon at a
location near you!
Look for details in this issue
of the Roadrunner Ramblings or www.roadrunnerregion-pca.org.
Jim and Mary Van Ploegh
2004 silver Cayenne
Region Standings for August 2013
Transfers Out
Primary Members
Affiliate Members
361
279
Total Members
640
Transfers In
James and Doug Reid
1985 red 944
Mardi Gras Region
Thomas W. Conner
1971 silver 911T
Rocky Mountain Region
David and Linda Payne
Allegheny Region
I would like to extend an enthusiastic welcome to the new
members and those who have joined us from another region!
Additionally goodbye to those transferring to other regions….we hope to see you soon at a regional or national
event!
Sean Cridland photos
One of the great events of the year, the Carrera Region (our neighbors to the south) hosts a wonderful weekend of driving, social, and competitive events in Southern New Mexico at and around the Arroyo
Seco Motorsports complex. Social events will be at the St. Clair Winery & Bistro also in Las Cruces.
This is a great opportunity to meet new friends or renew old friendships...and to enjoy some summer
weather in late October. Come on down!
Schedule
Headquarters TBD in Las Cruces
Oct 25th: Friday night Meet and Greet social at St. Clair Winery $15/person
Oct 26th: Day: Saturday track day OR drive out thru New Mexico followed by
BBQ lunch at the track
Oct 26th: Night: Dinner at St, Clair Winery $20-$30/person
Oct 27th: Sunday track and autocross
Tee shirts are included in the registration for those that pay both days.
Tee shirts will be available for sale.
Registration form and details available at: www.carreraregion.org
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Brian Leduc Photo
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PORSCHE OF ALBUQUERQUE HAS COMBINED STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY
AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE TO GIVE OUR CUSTOMERS WHAT THEY WANT.
Office and Industrial Cleaning, Maid and Carpet Care Services
Four Seasons Cleaning has been serving Albuquerque and surrounding areas for over
20 years, offering a variety of services to homes and businesses.
Michael Galaviz, Proprietor and PCA Member
NEW MEXICO’S ONLY PORSCHE AUTHORIZED DEALER
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Office: 505-254-2180 Pager: 505-889-5428
visit our website www.fourseasonscleaning.com
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Annual Roadrunner Regional Awards
Each year the Roadrunner Region of the Porsche Club of America salutes it’s outstanding
members with a small plaque or trophy to recognize service and achievement. The Roadrunner Region is recognized as a Class III sized region, meaning that it has between 200 and 500
primary members (not counting associates in this total for classification). Though our region
is growing faster and faster and is now over the 300 member level, it is a small group of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers who keep the region going and growing. Voting to recognize
those dedicated volunteers is your way to recognize the people whose work allows everyone
to have fun. Please take the time to fill out the ballot on the opposite page, cut it out, stick a
first-class stamp on it and mail it in.
Better yet, get involved. Going to an event is fun, but getting involved is even more fun! Sure
it might take a few hours out of your month, but what better way to get to know the group of
people who understand your Porsche fixation! There are all kinds of ways — large and small
— to get involved in one of the fastest growing and most active PCA regions in the country.
Just call or e-mail any of the people whose names and contact info is listed on the Officials
marquee on page 4 of this newsletter.
Award Descriptions: here’s what you’re voting for….
Enthusiast of the Year: Awarded to the individual who shows great enthusiasm and dedication to the Region, the Marque, and to the Porsche community.
Kim Harmon Instructor of the Year: Named for one of the great enthusiasts and participants
in Region activities in the 80s and early 90s, this award is given to that instructor who demonstrates skills in teaching driving skills and safety to new and experienced participants in the
Die Serie.
Family of the Year: This award is presented to the family (husband-wife, domestic partnership, father-son, mother-daughter, father-daughter, family unit, etc: i.e., not individuals) who
show dedication, service, participation, etc. in Region Activities on an exemplary level.
New Member of the Year: It is designed to reward the energy and activity of a member in
Region activities over the course of a year by a member who has not previously been active.
Event of the Year: This will be awarded to the organizer of the best event of the year, it can
be a drive out, autocross, social event, etc.
Worker of the Year: This award is presented to the individual who is always there helping at
any type of event i.e., social, driving etc. not necessarily as a participant but always there to
lend a hand.
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BALLOT FOR 2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PCA/ROADRUNNER REGION
Executives (Check Box)
PRESIDENT: ___________________
VICE PRESIDENT: ______________________
SECRETARY: Steve Fallon
TREASURER: Yvonne Teske
MEMBERS AT LARGE
(Pick six by circling your candidates names)
James Wilson
Philip Ganderton
Tom Thompson
Willard MenNe
Harry Season
________________________
Voter Eligibility:
All Active, Family Active and Affiliate Members
may vote in the Region election. All ballots
must include your current membership number.
Lapsed members’ votes will not be counted.
Ballots must be mailed in individually.
REGION AWARDS: Region awards are traditional awards recognizing excellence and service to the
club. Please write in your preferences below. For further descriptions of these awards see page 32 of
this newsletter.
Enthusiast of the Year:_______________________________________
Kim Harmon Driving Instructor of the Year:__________________________
Family of the Year:_______________________________________________
New Member of the Year:__________________________________________
Worker of the Year:_______________________________________________
Event of the Year: ________________________________________________
INSTRUCTIONS: CUT OUT THIS BALLOT AND MARK YOUR CHOICES, FOLD, TAPE SHUT, STAMP
AND MAIL TO ADDRESS SHOWN. PLEASE: ONLY ONE BALLOT PER MEMBER.
ALL BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 20, 2013 TO COUNT IN THIS ELECTION. RESULTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE CHRISTMAS BANQUET.
Must include your PCA membership # ___________________________________
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PCA RRR Member
PO Box 92113
Albuquerque, NM 87199
Place
Stamp
Here
The Roadrunner Region of PCA
Presents the 4th Annual Charity Autocross
To Benefit the Barrett House Foundation
All Cars are Welcome
Michael Galaviz Photo
Secretary, Roadrunner Region, PCA
PO Box 92113
Albuquerque, NM 87199
Fold Here
Saturday November 9, 2013
Airport Parking
Last Autocross for the Year
BALLOT
Mandatory Driver’s Meeting at 9:00 AM
More info: Michael@fourseasonscleaning.net
www.roadrunner-region-pca.org
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Balloon Fiesta 2013
Story and Photos by Brian Leduc
Some of you may recall that the 2012
edition of the PofABQ balloon launch event was
conducted sans balloons due to an uninvited
guest who rudely barged into the party; higher
than acceptable winds,
which sadly grounded the
launch. Fortunately for all,
increased security at the
city limits kept the winds at
the door, allowing for a picture perfect launch event.
Porsche of Albuquerque again opened their
showrooms at o’dark thirty,
providing warm relief from
the morning chill, along
with traditional New Mexico
balloon launch breakfast
fare of hot coffee, and even hotter burritos. Over
the course of the event, it would appear that
perhaps 40 or so Road Runners, with family and
friends in tow, braved the low 40 degree tempera-
tures to await the Dawn Patrol.
While still somewhat breezy, we collectively held our breath, hoping that the reports
back from the first balloons aloft would confirm
that conditions were suitable for the Mass Ascension, and so it was that at
about 7:30, the 1st wave
took to the skies. As the sun
arose the western horizon
was covered with brightly
colored balloons (Darth
Vader excepted) as wave
after wave took to the skies
to the delight of all in attendance.
As always, kind thanks
go out to the great folks at
Porsche of Albuquerque for again allowing us to
keep a great Road Runner Region tradition going
for yet another year.
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Chili Cook-off!
Sandra One Feather photo
Dennis Chamberlain photo
Sandra One Feather photo
Sandra One Feather photo
Story by Sandra One Feather
Photos by Dennis Chamberlain and Sandra One Feather
The 2013 edition of the Roadrunner Chili
enthusiastic and endearing Roadrunner member
Cook-off was another smashing success. Once
who was liked by everyone. So, in honor of her
again it was hosted in the beautiful racing-themed
memory, the prize will forever more be called the
home of Bruce Phillips and
Jude Richey Green Chili award.
Debra Burns and featured a
Appropriately, this year’s inaunumber of tasty dishes from a
gural winner was Jude’s close
large contingent of Roadrunfriend Kim Stauffacher.
ner participants, both veteran
Other winners included
and new! As always, the food
Paula Sears for the best Red,
was just so good, it was almost
Yvonne Teske for the hottest,
impossible to decide what was
Dennis Chamberlain’s guest
better than something else. But
Lynda Paladin for the best desat the end of evening the votes
sert, and Christi Reynolds for the
were cast and the winners anOverall award.
nounced. Some were expected
In addition to our local
and some were surprises, but
members, this year’s event was
all were well deserved.
graced by the presence of PCNA
In one of the more poiNorth American Club Coordinagnant moments of the evening,
tor Paul Gregor and his family
Bruce Phillips talked about the
who were in town for the 356
recent passing of Jude Richey, Sandra One Feather photo
Registry West Coast Holiday and
who had won the Green Chili
the Albuquerque International
Award several times in recent years. Jude was an
Balloon Fiesta.
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Dennis Chamberlain photo
Sandra One Feather photo
Sandra One Feather photo
Dennis Chamberlain photo
Sandra One Feather photo
Dennis Chamberlain photo
Photos, clockwise from top left: Michael Rothman and Joe Almers enjoy the scene, Paula Sears accepts the
trophy for Best Red dish, Christi Reynolds was excited to win the Overall award, Larry and Mary Farmer enjoyed
the evening, Yvonne Teske accepts her trophy for Hottest dish, Jim Puckett and Patti Kelliher took time to relax
before the upcoming 356 West Coast Holiday, Kim Stauffacher took the Jude Richey memorial award for Green
Chili dish, and Lynda Paladin won for Best Dessert. Center: the always enthusiastic Dave Stinchcomb just loves
anything to do with Porsche and the Roadrunner Region!
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Charity
Drive-out
Story and photos by Michael Galaviz
Porsche of Albuquerque helps us out
once again with our Charity Drive Out event to
benefit The Barrett House Foundation. They
were our big sponsor, making it possible to give
100 percent of all entries directly to our club charity. Sponsorship participation was also given by
the Roadrunner Region
and Four Seasons
Cleaning. For those
who are still not familiar
with the Barrett House,
they provide emergency
shelter for women and
children who find themselves homeless due to
circumstances beyond
their control. With a
changing economy, even
women with degrees
have found themselves
homeless due to lost jobs and downsizing.
Kim and Lee Stauffacher volunteered to
run registration in Albuquerque and donated a
raffle prize. They made sure everyone had their
directions and raffle tickets after going through
the registration process and making their donation. They drove last behind everyone and made
sure no one had any problems on the road.
A gimmick rally
started once leaving the
parking lot. The play
sheet had clues and the
correct answers could
be found along route. A
little math and a sharp
eye were needed. After
scoring the play sheets
we had the results. Steve
Fallon and Peggy Baca
had top score. Bob and
Patty Blackwell & Kim and
Lee Stauffacher tied with
the next top score. Luckily
the rally prizes were the
same, so we were able to skip a tie breaker.
It was noticeable that we were in a car
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Butterfield Jewelers’
Annual Open House
Noon to 4 PM
Toys for Kids Charity Event
Bring an Unwrapped New Toy
Benefitting the Barrett Foundation
Refreshments and Door Prizes
club. Once arriving at the drive out location, everyone parked perfectly spaced in the yard. The
grill was hot and food was cooking. All you could
eat salmon, shrimp with a spicy habanero and
chipotle rub, and potato salad was on the menu.
Burgers were available to anyone wanting some
beef. Liz Tapia and Chris Sanchez volunteered to
cook and baked red velvet and german chocolate
cub cakes. Then off to the beverage area for a
choice of water, tea, 6 types of beer, or margaritas. Food and drink are good after a 45 minute
drive.
The 5 member blues band Mystic Vic
played almost nonstop. The band consisted of
Tom Brahl, Scott Blackwell, Jack Brant, Chaz
Jetty, and Larry Wells. They gave a small break
to allow Amanda and Randy Torbet to pass out
raffle prizes, and then continued playing. Everyone really enjoyed the music. Others were
playing horseshoes, while others were at the mini
shooting range.
We all had a fun time and had good food.
In the process the Roadrunner Region, with
Porsche of Albuquerque raised over $1000.00 to
help homelessness in our community.
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Sunday, December 8, 2013
Porsche Show and Shine 1-3 PM
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In the
Zone
available in the various Region websites and calendars, but here’s a quick run-down for the fall:
Liz Shaw
Zone 9 Rep
October 19-20
RMR OktoberFAST DE at HPR
October 12
RMR Season End Drive to Edelweiss
October 26
RMR Autocross, Front Range Airport
Happy Oktoberfest, Zone 9ers! I hope all of
you will adhere to tradition and begin your celebrations in late September! For me, I will continue my
Oktoberfest celebrations by attending Carrera Region’s
OktoberFiesta in Deming and Las Cruces, NM. (More
about that later.)
In mid-August, I attended the DE and PCA
Club Races at High Plains Raceway in Colorado. I
volunteered to help with Grid and I was busy all weekend. I like being in the middle of the action and, other
than being a corner worker, helping in Grid certainly
afforded me that opportunity. Eric Elliff did an excellent
job of organizing and managing all of us grid workers and I enjoyed working with everyone. It was fun to
see the drivers prepare for their DE sessions and race
sessions, and once they were on the track, we were
able to see part of the course from the grid area. On
Saturday, the Enduro race had to be cancelled not long
after it began because of a serious accident in which
we lost one of our most liked and respected members,
Jerry Schouten. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his
family.
Sunday’s races went well and several drivers
from Zone 9 placed in the top spots. For a full listing of the race results, go to www.pca.org/Activities/
ClubRacing/RaceResults.aspx. Hats off to all involved
in organizing and running the DE and Club Races – it
was a very enjoyable weekend!
The next Region event I attended was Llano
Estacado’s monthly breakfast gathering at Furr’s
Cafeteria in Amarillo. The Region may be small, but the
level of participation is high and everyone enjoys getting together. I met a potential new member, Charles,
and I think LLE can count him in with their membership.
As I mentioned in last month’s column, there is
still plenty of time to attend Zone 9 Region events and
shoot for the Zone 9 Challenge trophy! The details are
October 25-27
Carrera Region OktoberFiesta,
Arroyo Seco Raceway and Las Cruces, NM
November 2
AMR Tech Session (details TBD)
LLE monthly breakfast in Amarillo
November 9
WTR drive to Ft. Davis, TX
RRR Charity Autocross
December 7
RRR Christmas Party
LLE monthly breakfast in Amarillo
December 14
RMR Holiday Party
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Applied Dominance.
Sean Cridland photo
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Herb Bethoney photo
A Porsche-only Shop in our 20th Year
Stock and Performance Engine Building
Transmission Mods and Rebuilding
Two and Four-wheel dyno tuning available
Suspension Upgrades
Alignments
Corner-weight and balance tuning
OEM Parts and Accessories
Maintenance for Your Daily Driver
We’re the business with a proven
track-record, FTDs and Class Victories in
Club and Vintage Racing!
Dennis Chamberlain and Sean Cridland do the “dueling
cameras” challenge at the Chili-Cook-off.
Specializing in
European and Import
Collision Repair.
8661 San Pedro NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
Office: 505-332-7400 Fax: 505-332-7405
www.maurerscollision.com
Sean Cridland Photo
Dennis Chamberlain Photo
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Roadrunner Region PCA, PO Box 92113, Albuquerque, NM 87119
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