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Schattenbaum Region ~ Porsche Club of America Schatten Rappen' AUG 2009 5 A Hot August Night at Hooters The highest SPF available for your Porsche. Protect yourself from an ordinary driving experience. Another day at the beach just got a lot more interesting. At Princeton Porsche, we’ve got you covered. Princeton Porsche 3333 Route 1 South Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 609.945.1500 www.princetonporsche.com SCHATTENBAUM REGION PCA LEADERSHIP DIRECTORY President: Dave Kalokitis Ph: 973-986-5448 email: pres@schattenbaum.org Vice President: John Beidler Ph: 609-309-5113 email:vp@schattenbaum.org Treasurer: Jon Schepps Ph: 609-275-9439 email: treasurer@schattenbaum.org 3 In This Issue Monthly Meeting Topics…………………………………………………….. A Call for Club Race Volunteers…………………………………………... Schattenbaum’s Effort to Save a Tree……………………………………. Annual Summer Picnic……………………………………………………… 2009 Track Event Information……………………………………………... Thunderbolt DE………………………………...……………………………… 4 5 7 9 10 11 REGULAR FEATURES Section Chairs Dealer Relations: Dan Petchel Ph: 609-298-2277 email: track@schattenbaum.org On the Cover Secretary: Todd Simpson Ph: 856-577-6337 email: secretary@schattenbaum.org Page NEWS AND ARTICLES Leadership Directory…………………………………………………………. 3 Club Calendar………………………………………………………………….. 5 President’s Corner…………………………………………………………….. 6 From the Editor’s Desk………………………………………………………. 6 Petch Sez: Hi to the Family Back Home.…………………………………… 8 Swap n’ Sell…………………………………………………………………….. 13 Concours: Robert Henuset Ph: 215-369-8067 email: concours@schattenbaum.org Schatten Rappen' Schattenbaum Region ~ Porsche Club of America AUG 2009 Drivers Education Chief Instructor: Pete Tremper Ph: 609-221-3854 email: ci@schattenbaum.org Drivers Education Registrar: Pete Debusmann Ph: 609-714-9049 email: registrar@schattenbaum.org Goodie Store: John Beidler Ph: 609-309-5113 email: goodiestore@schattenbaum.org Mailings / Distribution: Dan Merton Ph: (use email) email: distribution@schattenbaum.org Membership: Bobby Chopra Ph: 609-439-9099 email: membership@schattenbaum.org Newsletter Editor: Dan Merton Ph: (use email) email: newsletter@schattenbaum.org Programs & Administration: John Beidler Ph: 609-309-5113 email: admin@schattenbaum.org Social Events: Claudia Debusmann Ph: 609-714-9049 email: social@schattenbaum.org Tech Support: Dave Kalokitis Ph: 973-986-5448 email: techsupport@schattenbaum.org Tourmaster: David Dunigan Ph: 609-472-4311 email: tour@schattenbaum.org Track Chair: Dan Petchel Ph: 609-298-2277 email: track@schattenbaum.org Track Safety: Kevin Marcus Ph: 856-692-2083 email: tracksafety@schattenbaum.org Webmaster: Rob Cohen Ph: (use email) email: webmaster@schattenbaum.org Schattenbaum Secretary Todd Simpson drove his vintage 911 at Thunderbolt Raceway during the Club’s DE in July. See more photos from the July DE event on page 11. Photo by Henry Merton WWW.SCHATTENBAUM.ORG Schatten Rappen’ is the official newsletter of the Schattenbaum Region of the Porsche Club of America (“the Club”). Articles published herein are the opinions of the authors and not necessarily of the Club. The Editor reserves the right to edit all materials prior to publication. The Club, its officers, contributors and the Editor do not accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions that may be made in this publication. Porsche®, the Porsche Crest®, CARRERA®, and TARGA® are trademarks of Porsche AG. Schatten Rappen’ is published monthly (Jan. – Nov.). The deadline for submissions is the st 1 of the preceding month. Please contact the Editor for advertising rates. Advertisements in this newsletter do not constitute an endorsement by the Club or its officers. Copyright© 2009 by Schattenbaum Region, PCA 4 SCHATTENBAUM MONTHLY MEETING NEWS August Meeting Topic: Cruise Night WHAT: Monthly Meeting WHEN: Wed. Aug.19th 6:30 PM WHERE: Washington Crossing Park / Hooters Come join us at for a summer cruise from Washington Crossing Park on the Delaware River to Hooters in Mercer Mall. We’ll enjoy a short, but scenic ride along the back roads of Mercer County to end up at Hooters for wings and a beverage. Wash the car, grab your sweetie and join us! We’ll meet in the parking lot of Washington Crossing Park at 6:30pm. FOR SALE - CHEAP Directions to Washington Crossing Park: From 295: Take the Scotch road exit past Merrill Lynch to RT.546. At the nd light take a left and go to the 2 light. Go straight through the light, cross over the canal bridge and veer right. The parking lot is on the left. From RT.29 North: At the light at the junction of RT.546 turn left cross over canal bridge and veer right. The parking lot is on the left. For more info or if you get lost that night call John Beidler’s cell phone: 609-273-7888. Editor’s note: The vintage postcards shown here indicate the importance of th the automobile in the early 20 century. Left: “You won’t go too far with me will you?” Below: A Redwood stump used as a garage. September Meeting Topic: Garage Makeovers and Upgrades WHAT: Monthly Meeting WHEN: Wed. Sept. 16th @ 6:30pm WHERE: Bung’s Tavern Have you ever longed for one of those big garages with custom cabinets, a flashy painted floor and other up-grades you see in the magazines? Are you thinking about renovating your garage or installing a lift? If so then you won’t want to miss our September meeting. Hunter Door Service from Maple Shade (www.hunterdoor.com) has generously agreed to sponsor this special event. A Hunter representative will discuss their products including garage door rebuilds to accommodate vertical lifts and carriage house doors. We also anticipate having reps from other local garage-specialty vendors including a hydraulic lift installer and a garage organization company. Several topics will be discussed including floor epoxies, jackshaft openers and cabinetry. There will be ample time for Q & A's afterward so come prepared to ask the experts about your specific garage situation or challenges. As an added plus, Hunter will provide a door prize of a parking assist laser system for one lucky attendee and there may be more surprises. We’ll gather at 6:30 and the presentations will begin at 7:00. We’ll meet you at Bung’s on th Wednesday September 16 ! 5 CALENDAR SCHATTENBAUM REGION PCA IMPORTANT NOTE: This is our tentative calendar of events for 2009. Please check the website and future issues of Schatten Rappen’ for up-dates. August 9 (Sun) 19 (Wed) 28-30 (Fri – Sun) September 12 (Sat) 16 (Wed) 28 – 29 (Mon – Tue) October 12 (Mon) 18 (Sun) November 7 – 8 (Sat – Sun) 18 (Wed) December 5 (Sat) Event (* monthly meeting) Location Family Picnic * Cruise night Club Race/Advanced DE Mercer Park ? Hooters, Lawrenceville Thunderbolt Tech Event * Garage Up-dates and Modifications DE Dunigans Bungs Watkins Glen DE Oktoberfest Lightning TBA DE *Slide night Lightning / Thunderbolt Bungs Holiday Party TBA Come join the fun! Volunteer for our 2nd annual Club Race @ NJMP on September 28-30 How would you like to see some great Porsche Racing up close at one of the country’s premier racetracks? You’ll also be able to attend a BBQ on Friday evening and an Awards Banquet Saturday evening sponsored by Princeton Porsche. And did I mention you get a cool Schattenbaum Club Race Commemorative Polo Shirt and its all free? Volunteer and you will~ ? Watch Porsche Club Racing at Thunderbolt Raceway ? Attend our Awards Banquet, Sponsored By Princeton Porsche ? Receive a complimentary BBQ on Friday night ? Get a Schattenbaum Club Race Polo Shirt Interested? Contact Michael Griffiths: Clubracevoluteer@Schattenbaum.org 6 PRESIDENT’S CORNER FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK A Home Within a Home Well, here we are in the heat (literally) of summer. I hope by now you’ve logged many miles on your Porsche and participated in at least a few Club events. In July, I finally got back on the track at our Drivers Ed event at Thunderbolt. It felt great to get back up-to-speed and I was really happy I picked Thunderbolt to drive. I’d describe it as a South Jersey version of my personal favorite track - Watkins Glen – the only thing lacking being the extreme elevation changes we all love. Since NJMP is so close and doesn’t require a stayover, my son Henry asked if he could join me. Although he and the rest of my family have attended a few DEs, this was the first time Henry spent the whole time at a track event. Once he got past the early morning wake-up call and the early AM rain delays, he started to enjoy the track atmosphere and activities. He was particularly surprised at the number of non-Porsches in attendance. I explained that “other” car enthusiasts like to drive on the track too. On our drive home (before he fell asleep) Henry was already asking when the next track event was scheduled. You can see Henry’s short story and photos from NJMP on page 11. Henry’s involvement in Porsches dates to before I actually owned one. He and I spent several months searching for “the right 911” to buy. Many Saturday mornings I would put three-year old Henry in his car seat, load the backpack with snacks and juice boxes and off we would go. His primary concern was that the car we bought had to have a “whale tail”. Our search took us as far north as Allentown, PA, as far south as Delaware, west to Chester County and out the Jersey shore before I finally found a car practically in Dan Petchel’s neighborhood (remarkably one that was not owned by Dan!). I can’t say for sure whether those travels influenced Henry’s interest in Porsches but I suspect they did. He still has a keen eye for Porsches – with and without whale tails. I think I’ve got a young Porsche fanatic on my hands – and I’m not complaining. When you slipped with a wrench and busted your knuckles, your hands were so cold, you would not bleed… By Dave Kalokitis Many of us spend a lot of time in our garages. It’s a great place to bond with your car. As a teenager, I spent all my free time working on cars in some pretty bad conditions. I had two car buddies, Jeff and Rick. We worked on everything. Engines, transmissions, brakes, you name it. Long before the three of us were old enough to drive, we were working on cars. Jeff always seemed to find a car that needed work. Jeff’s parents had a few old cars as their daily drivers and we always had reason to take them apart. Working conditions were tough. We seemed to spend all winter in an unheated garage, in the dark, huddled over a hot trouble light. When you slipped with a wrench and busted your knuckles, your hands were so cold, you would not bleed. Of course when you went in the house and washed up, the bleeding would start. Seemed like there was nothing you could do to keep warm. I got away from working on cars once I started college. I would still do oil changes and tune ups, but nothing that forced me into long cold nights in the garage. About 10 years ago, I discovered the Porsche club, the track, and the car hobby again. My first Porsche, a 1986 944, arrived with a blown clutch and whole list of repair needs. And it was winter. I tried an electric heater. It was too small to make any difference. I tried a kerosene heater - still too small to make much of a difference. I have a friend that has a hot tub in his garage. Now to me, this seems like a waste of space in a perfectly good garage, but to each his own. I noticed a small heater, hung from the ceiling. Nice. I learned it was a gas fired space heater and would warm up the whole garage in about 30 minutes in the dead of winter. Really nice. It didn’t take me long to decide this was exactly what I needed. I installed a similar heater about 7 years ago. Now I have a home within a home. This has been the single biggest improvement I made to my garage working conditions. Why am I telling you this? We are planning a Club meeting in the near future with the topic of garage improvements. We expect to have some guest speakers discussing various improvements members can do to their garages. Things like new insulated sectional doors, tool cabinets and the like. More details to come. How are you going to stay warm this winter? Henry (age 6) in the fall of 2002. 7 Schattenbaum’s Effort to Save a Tree As most members know, “Schattenbaum” is the USPS doesn’t already jam enough junk mail in German for “Shade Tree” and most trees are green your mailbox to make you happy) that’s OK- you right? Well then, it only make sense that can still opt-in to receive the printed newsletter Schattenbaum Region PCA should jump on the “Go (albeit a black-and-white copy and maybe a Green” movement and do our part to save the slimmed down version in some cases). Instructions environment, conserve energy, reduce our carbon to continue receiving the printed newsletter will be footprint and generally contribute to a better world. provided on http://www.schattenbaum.org . Just log It is with these issues in mind (as well as to save on and make the request and you’ll continue to a considerable portion of our limited funds) that the receive print versions of Schatten Rappen’. An Board has decided alternate method To begin receiving Schatten Rappen’ in COLOR to transition of receiving Schatten Rappen’ printed versions by email DO NOTHING! to an electronic will be format which will be sent announced in the June issue. to our membership via If you are willing to join email. the Club’s Green Initiative Now hold-on…before simply DO NOTHING! you run off to find a pen We’ve already got your email and paper to write the address (assuming you Editor and / or the rest of provided one when you the Board members a nasty joined PCA or renewed your complaint letter let’s go membership) and you will over a few considerations: begin receiving the new eIn addition to the newsletter beginning with benefits of saving a few the July ’09 issue. tress, leaving our If you need to up-date grandchildren a better your email address, or to planet and reducing the make sure we have your cost of publishing the correct email address, please newsletter, delivering log on to www.pca.org and Schatten Rappen’ to you update your information through under You can opt-in to continue receiving the newsletter in printed format… the the “my virtual account” mail (email) offers a few other important tab. The Board is encouraging all members to give advantages that simply cannot be offered to you in it a try for a few months. If you decide that you its existing, print format: Namely, we can include simply cannot live without the printed newsletter color photographs and graphics and a whole lot you’ll have the option to go back to receiving more information without any increase in printed copies. publishing costs. This is an important and potentially highly Furthermore, those old copies of Schatten beneficial change in Schattenbaum’s endeavor to Rappen’ won’t be lying all over your living room provide it’s membership with cutting-edge (or behind the toilet) so we’re helping you eliminate communications. Undoubtedly, just as in all new clutter and reducing fire hazards too! ventures, there will be a few hiccups during the So here is the plan: If you are one of the two or transition so please be patient. three members who don’t have an internet We welcome your ideas to improve either the connection, email address or even a computer (or content or delivery of our new e-newsletter. 8 Petch Sez By Dan Petchel Hi to my family back home... We were all waiting for one of the support races to begin at NJMP Rolex weekend at Thunderbolt. The usual crew was hanging out in the Porsche Corral located at turn 1 with a large set of stands overlooking the corner. A golf cart went by with four people aboard and I immediately recognized the driver. He parked the cart walked into the stands. After watching the race for awhile a full course caution came out. To the experienced race fan that means its time to find another vantage point for a different view of the action. The guy in the golf cart had the same idea coming out of the stands jumping into Golf cart. I walked over to him and stuck out my hand to say what a great driver he is and I marvel at his talents. I asked if this is the family he always says Hi to on TV during interviews. He said it was. Many of you may not know much about this driver so here is some background: Born 1960 in California he has competed in NASCAR, Cart, IMSA, Trans-Am and Grand-Am. He and his wife Judy are children's book authors. His children's names are Lauren, Taylor and Cameron. He started racing go karts at the age of eight and went on to win ten professional karting championships and has won three Trans-Am Series Championships. In the 1990s, he was a regular in the CART series. From 1988 to 1999, he made 145 starts with two wins, five poles and fifteen podiums. He is still a regular starter at NASCAR road course races and he is often referred to as a Road Course Ringer. Do you know who he is yet? He has won eight American sports car championships, two with Grand-Am (2004, 2008), to go along with previous championships in IMSA GTO (1986, 1988), Trans-Am Series (1987, 1994, 2003) and IMSA GT Endurance (1986). His name is Scott Pruett. I have seen Scott for many years at races, on TV and at the drivers meeting which I used to crash in the old days. He asked me what I thought of driving Thunderbolt. I said it drives a little like a smaller version of Watkins Glen, point and shoot. He nodded. I asked if this was a good track for his car. He said yes and the car was very adjustable. He asked me what kind of car I drive and what are your lap times. I proceeded to explain. What about Lightning he asked. I explained that Lightning was very busy, technical and hard on the body and car with little chance to rest. We talked racing a bit longer but I could see that his kids were getting a little restless. I told him that all of my friends and I were diehard Porsche owners, enthusiasts and fans. He gave a little smile. I then told him besides a great Porsche fan I was every as much a Scott Pruett fan. I added I wish you were driving for us, driving a Porsche. A quick handshake and he drove away. Besides being a great driver he is equally a great person. He was more interest in my views, my insight and me than he was talking about himself. I dare say something we could all learn in dealing with people. PS. Next time you see Scott in a TV interview watch how he squeezes in the “Hi to my family back home”. SCHATTENBAUM’S ANNUAL FAMILY PICNIC What: Family picnic Where: The covered pavilion in Mercer County Park WEST When: Sunday August 9th noon – 5pm This is a free event for members and their guests! The Club will provide the usual BBQ fare (burgers, dogs and brats) as well as soft drinks and German beer. WE NEED TO KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING (So we have enough food and drinks!) PLEASE call or email Claudia: social@schattenbaum.org or 609-714-9049 MERCER COUNTY PARK WEST is located alongside Lake Mercer and within walking distance of the Marina. Feel free to bring Frisbees and other outdoor sports / activities equipment. There is ample parking and restrooms. For more information please contact Claudia: social@schattenbaum.org or 609-714-9049 Directions To Mercer County Park West North/South via Interstate 295 Take 295 to Exit 65A, Sloan Ave., East on Sloan Ave. After the second traffic light, travel 0.7 miles to Paxson Ave. Turn left onto Paxson and proceed 0.9 miles to intersection of Hughes Drive and entrance to Mercer County Park . The West Picnic Area is the first left turn inside the park. From north via US Route 1 Take US Route 1 South of Princeton to Route 533 ( Quakerbridge Road ). Make right into jug handle crossing over Route 1 onto Route 533. Travel 2.2 miles and turn left onto Hughes Drive . Proceed on Hughes Drive 0.5 miles to entrance on Mercer County Park on left. The West Picnic Area is the first left turn inside the park. From south via US Route 1 Cross Toll Bridge into New Jersey on US Route 1. Take first right past the Quakerbridge Mall onto Quakerbridge Road . Travel 2.2 miles and turn left onto Hughes Drive . Proceed on Hughes Drive for 0.5 miles to entrance of Mercer County Park on left. The West Picnic Area is the first left turn inside the park. SCHATTENBAUM REGION’S 2009 DRIVERS EDUCATION EVENTS 9 April 9-10: Thunderbolt-Lightning @NJMP May 10-11: Summit Point June 17-18: Thunderbolt-Lightning @NJMP July 23: Thunderbolt @NJMP Aug 28-30*: Thunderbolt @ NJMP Club Race* Sept 28-29: Watkins Glen Oct 12: Lightning @ NJMP Nov 7-8: Lightning-Thunderbolt @NJMP *Advanced drivers only (non-instructed). See fee schedule.* --------------------------------------------THESE ARE NOT RACING OR TIMED EVENTS!--------------------------------------------------- Registration for all Schattenbaum Drivers Ed events is performed online Go to our website for all registration information FEE SCHEDULE Instructed Drivers Uninstructed Drivers Approved Instructors Two-Day Events PCA Non-PCA Members Members $280 $250 $130 $310 $280 $130 Single-Day Events PCA Non-PCA Members Members $180 $165 $80 $200 $180 $80 *Aug. 28-30 DE at NJMP Club Race Single Day Three Days -$175 -- -$400 -- Requirements: Minimum age 18. Valid driver's license and current PCA card for members. Snell 2000 or newer SA or M rated helmet. Safety inspection must be completed on all cars prior to event. See Schattenbaum Safety Inspection Checklist form for additional requirements. Late Registrations: Within one week of the event you must contact the registrar directly via phone or email. Cancellations: Full refund if registrar is notified at least one week prior to the event. Contact Info: Registration: Pete Debusmann registrar@schattenbaum.org 609-714-9049 Track Chair: Dan Petchel track@schattenbaum.org 609-298-2277 Tech/Safety: Kevin Marcus tracksafety@schattenbaym.org 856-692-2083 Registration status and Safety Inspection Forms are posted on our website at: www.schattenbaum.org Entrance into the event is not guaranteed until you receive email confirmation from the registrar. Porsche Club of America is a private, not-for-profit organization. It reserves the right to deny the acceptance of any Driver's Education application, or to revoke any application previously accepted, for any reason or no reason, except that it will not deny or revoke a Driver's Education application solely on the basis of race, creed, color, sex or national origin. For more information visit the “Drivers Education” section on www.schattenbaum.org. My First Drivers Ed Event at Thunderbolt / NJMP By Henry Merton 11 11 This was my first DE event at NJMP. It was really cool. I helped with the Tech Inspections and learned about the different Run Groups. I spent most of the time taking pictures (as you can see here and on pg. 10) and watching the cars on track. I didn’t like the cars that were really loud – like the old Mustang – but I had a good time and can’t wait to go back to the track. I’m looking forward to the Club Race in September. Editor’s note: Henry is my 13 year old son. Please consider having your child share their experiences at Club or other car-related events via an article or with a few photos. 12 M GI McKinley Graphics Inc. 908 Stone Road, Laurel Springs, NJ 08021 COMPLETE PRINTING SERVICES For Fast Quotes Call (856) 784-3911 or Fax (856) 784-4848 Family Owned Since 1984 Serving All Our Customers Needs! Paid advertising. 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Some of it's attributes are a 3.6 Liter 993 Engine, dual oil coolers, fuel system, recently refreshed custom 915 gear box with close ratio gear sets, racing clutch assembly, big brakes, 3 sets of wheels and tires and much, much more. Vehicle is currently stored and maintained at Performance Automotive in Malvern, PA. Contact Sherwood Goldman for more details on this proven piece of SR 8/09 3/3 history. 215.913.2644 / stg911@comcast.net Pankaj T Dayal 732-588-5229 pnrfinancial@gmail.com 1987 944 Turbo- red/black, decent interior, needs some mechanical work to run, (fuel issue) no rust or body damage, great track car project, $2850. Ed Wolff Lotus7ed@comcast.net, 856-816-7321, Collingswood Cars for sale by Dan Petchel Call: 609.298.7040 87 911 Targa Red/Black reblt motor/G50 Looks& drives new $18,500 92 964 Blue/gray, exhaust, susp., wheels, roll bar, seats, upgrades $26k 87 944 Cup Series Race car. Full cage race car, $500 a day rent, Buy? 99 996 Black Street/Track. 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