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Make A Wish Recap
Food, Drink, Music, and P-Cars Ffor Charity
Consol AX and End Of Season Social
Season 2 Of Autocross Comes To An End
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Mid Ohio Recap
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Proper Storage Of Your Porsche
Matt Wimer’s Favorite Course.... In The Rain.
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Winter Storage Suggestions For Your P-Car
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4 Ghute Fahrt
6 Shotgun!
7 Monkey Business
10 Calendar of Events
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Region Management
ARPCA Officers
President
George Patterson
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Secretary
Terri Mattock
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Scott “The Ish” Ishler
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Beth Core
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Gute Fahrt
by George Patterson, ARPCA President
The leaves are turning… BUT! There are still
many good driving days left this year! After a
very busy summer Porsche season, we now have
the best time of year to drive our cars… What?!?
That’s right… With the fall foliage in full bloom,
there is no better time than right now to get your
P-Car out and on the road… Fortunately, we have
several cool events for you to do so.
As I sit to write this, I think about all the people in
the club and the conversations I’ve had over the
years about their cars, their motivations to buy
their cars, how they’ve updated them etc. Then
the conversations typically move to their favorite
Porsche. Everyone has one... Mine is the 1998 Le
Mans winning GT1. The spectrum of peoples’ favorites is broad and interesting. As I was looking
at the P-Cars parked at the Make-A-Wish event at
Rivertowne Brewing on 9.15 [thanks again Rob
Hoffman for putting that together], I thought
to myself, “they are ALL cool.” Each Porsche has
its own cool factor. From a simple 356 to a new
GT3, each car has its own reason for being in the
Porsche lineage. One of my favorite quotes is
from Dr. Porsche himself:
“I couldn’t find the sports car of my dreams, so I
built it myself. “
Speaking of the new GT3, I just read a review in
the Top Gear UK magazine... This car is something
of a revolution vs. an evolution in their story. The
most discussed element being the 4-letters that
make a purist cringe: P N R D. Yes, an automatic
transmission. No more rowing of gears. As I’d
mentioned before, I was a bit of a doubting Thomas when I first heard about this. Then I took a Panamera GTS with PDK [double clutch - auto] around
the track and became a believer soon thereafter...
Having a normally aspirated engine with power
that used to only be in tweaked turbo territory,
4-wheel steering, physics-defying brakes and a
myriad of new bits, this car truly states its case
with no apologies. As the TG article states, “Car
companies rarely thrive by looking backwards for
inspiration...” Can’t wait to see the GT3RS...
Events in September were numerous and
varied... We had a great business meeting
at Auto Palace [Thanks to Aaron and Debbie!]. Auto Palace also had a new Panamera
cocktail party which was top-drawer per
usual. The previously-mentioned event at
Rivertowne Brewing was well attended and
helped raise $2,700 for Make-A-Wish. The
Mid-Ohio Drivers Education event was a sellout and despite some challenging weather,
the attendees all had a terrific experience.
Congrats to Dr. John and his team on a successful event and a stellar track year. AutoX
#4 happened at month’s end to an enthusiastic crowd. So impressed with our team who
brought back AutoX to ARPCA. Well done
Gents! Also, a young man whom the club has
known since he was a kid shadowing his dad
at track events, Alan Schrenker, got married
on the 28th of September. Congratulations!!!
October has a full dance card as well. We kick
off with on the 5th a Concours at the Grand
Concourse in Station Square. The judging of
cars will simply be people’s choice [no Q-Tips
in the wheel wells required...] Business meeting will happen on the 10th at the Clark’s
‘shed.’ This is an automotive Eden... Please
come as Chuck and Melinda are extraordinary hosts. After we drool on their cars, we
will attend to our club’s business. AGAIN,
ALL ARE WELCOME. PLEASE COME BY AND
BE COUNTED!!! Two days later on the 12th,
we’ll have our Fall Road Rallye. I guarantee
awesome weather and a fantastic time. THIS
is one of the prettiest times of year to get out
in your P-Car [didn’t he already say that?!?].
AutoX #5 will happen at the Consol Park on
the 19th. Never too late to give this unique
form of motorsport a try [seriously, you won’t
hurt your car...]. A bit of OktoberFest will occur immediately following the AutoX. We
then have the PVGP check presentation at
the Allegheny Valley
School on the 24th at 7pm.
As always, our club will make a generous contribution because of the membership’s support. To learn more a/o sign up for
the aforementioned events, please go to our
web site www.arpca.com and get involved...
Our P3 [Porsche Program for Patriots] donations keep flowing. Thanks to ALL who
enable the club to send a bit of home in a
care package to the brave men and women
who fight to keep our country free. Michael
Coyne has taken this program to new levels
in finding new and deserving recipients - all
of whom have ties to our club. If you know
someone in the military who’d like to receive
a care package, just let me know.
A couple things to consider for you future
calendar... On January 25-26, the 24 Hour
race at Daytona takes place. Over the years,
we’ve had a contingent of ARPCA folk heading south to watch. This year will be unique
with the unification of the American Le Mans
series and the Grand-Am series... It’s a nice
time of year to go to Florida and not have
to shovel snow... In June, Porsche returns
to Le Mans with a full factory effort. That is
an amazing trip as well... Any takers? The
Discovery Channel’s 4-part series on Patrick
Dempsey’s quest to get to and race at Le
Mans is fantastic. If you haven’t seen it, it’s
available on-demand. Ron Howard’s F1 movie, Rush, is awesome... Finally, Kimi is going
back to Ferrari. That will be fun to watch next
year...
So many events. So many good times to
happen. I want to see you there. And I want
to see your articles in this publication! It truly
is a great club that we have. Please engage
in it and come out to play. Thanks for all who
make our club great & GUTE FAHRT!!!
NEW GERMAN WORD
“Velocity” translates as “ Geschwindigkeit “
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Shotgun!
by Scott Ishler,
ARPCA Vice President
The good news is our beloved Black-n-Gold
did not lose the first weekend this month. Of
course the bad news is they did not win either…
Oh well, welcome to October. Days are getting
much shorter and in no time we’ll have little kids
(and big kids pretending to be ‘little’) knocking at
the door yelling Trick Or Treat! Alas the driving
season is coming to a close…. Booooo!
Many thanks to those who emailed with
feedback on our 2013 events and with 2014
suggestions. Even bigger thanks to those who
already have stepped up and volunteered to
help or be event chairs. Doing so now helps
you pick events YOU would like to help out with
as opposed to being ‘voluntold’ later. Seriously,
please keep the feedback coming by either email
pres@arpca.com or vp@arpca.com.
Rundschau, yours and my favorite car club
monthly publication, needs your help over the
next few months. Why? Many of our cars get
put in hibernation and as such we lack recap
articles and pix or advertisements for future
events. In the absence of those, we need more
of your stories and articles. Tell us about things
YOU did with your car this summer or plan to do
with in the way of upgrades over the hibernation
period. Send your articles (and pictures too!) to
rundschau@arpca.com. We’ll be glad to edit and
publish keeping the membership enlightened
with new articles (as opposed to my usual drivel).
Speaking of hibernation (again BOOOOO)…
and though a reprint, tear out Duane Smith’s
(Sewickley Porsche Service Manager) excellent
article on How to Properly Store Your Porsche on
page 16 of this issue. Hopefully you will not need
it until mid/late December but at least then you
will have it handy (well try and post it online too).
Sister PCA regions asked for re-print permission
after reading it here first last year. Thanks, Duane!
Finally, stay close to your email and our website
(www.arpca.com). Hopefully we can have a
few impromptu gatherings later this month
and in November, weather permitting. With
short notice, this will be the most effective way
to disperse quickly. The 2014 ARPCA Officer
elections information will also be distributed this
way in early Nov for on-line voting (via MSR) too!
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Make-A-Wish Charity Drive Recap
by Rob Hoffman
We did a wonderful thing as a club. We
helped raise $2,700 for Make A Wish with Mr.
Waterheater on September 15 at the Rivertowne
Pour House in Monroeville in order to make a
child’s wish come true.
On that beautiful Sunday afternoon we had
about 30 Porsches show up and display in the
lot of the Pour House.
We enjoyed some wonderfully crafted beer,
incredibly delicious food, participated in a
silent auction for Steeler Tickets, Panera Bread
for a year, Massages, Nooks, Cupcakes, and so
many other fantastic prizes and listened to Chris
Higbee play live and acoutsic in the bar area.
Man, that guy can play fiddle!
All in all the day saw a little over 200
attendees come to the event. Thank you to all
who attended, donated and took the time to
particpate in the car show. It was truly a great
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Saturday, October 29 at Consol Field
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The final 2013 Autocross event will be an IRAC (Inter Regional Autocross) event! Participants
from our sister regions in Ohio will come to AX with us! We’re looking for strong participation
from ARPCA as well as MORPCA, NOR and OVR. The event promises to be a great way to end
of 2013 Autocross season.
After the AX, ALL Club Members and AX’ers are welcome to stay for dinner and drinks as our
we end our Autocross Season at Solomon’s Seafood and Grille. Spouses and family are encourage to attend! Mix and mingle with AX’ers and fellow PCA members from sister regions and
display your car in the lot. Solomon’s is located at 222 Hall Avenue Washington, PA 15301.
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Consol Autocross and After Party
by Rob Hoffman
Consol Autocross... Hmmm... Must be October.
The air is crisp, the tires are cold, and autocross
is wrapping up for another year.
Season 2.0 saw three ARPCA Autocross events
and two events with the Steel Cities Region
SCCA. It was an awesome summer of AX to say
the least. Like last year we will be wrapping up
the season with an IRAC (Inter-Regional Auto-
cross Championship) event with our fellow Ohio
PCA friends.
The final Autocross of the season is Saturday, October 19 and it goes down at no place
other than Consol Energy Field in Washington,
PA. Consol Field has a fantastic area to hold an
Autocross. The space allows for a course of fast
straights and offers plenty of room for twists,
turns and slaloms.
We’re looking for strong participation from
ARPCA as well as MORPCA, NOR and OVR. The
event promises to be a great way to end of 2013
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Autocross season.
AX has been a huge hit for a second year since
its return to our club. If you haven’t attended
an AX this year this is your last chance for 2013.
We’ve seen Porsches and non-Porsches compete. AX is a great way to test and develop your
skill as a driver in a very safe and controlled environment.
The Schedule for the Consol Field AX is as Follows:
• Gates open 8am
• Open Course walk - 8:15-9:30
• Registration begins - 8-9:15
• Guided course walk - 9:30
• Drivers meeting - 9:45
• First Car off -10:00
As always the number of runs will be determined by number of participants. Everyone
typically gets at least 4 runs per driver in the
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AM and 4 in the PM session. After the event we
head to Solomon’s to meet the rest of the ARPCA for food and drinks. ALL members, whether
you participate or not are welcome to join us
for dinner and drinks as our we end our Autocross season at Solomon’s Seafood and Grille.
Spouses and family are encourage to attend!
Mix and mingle with AX’ers and fellow PCA
members from sister regions and display your
car in the lot.
The Address is: Solomon’s Seafood & Grille
222 Hall Avenue Washington, PA 15301 and is
located near to Consol Field.
If you have any questions please feel free to
contact AX Chair Rob Hoffman at 412-889-3495
or rob@77designco.com
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Mid-Ohio Driver’s Education
by Matthew R. Wimer, Photos by Terri Mattock
On Friday after tech inspection a group of
about 20 of us went to a Mexican restaurant
where we consumed abundant amounts of
food and appropriate amounts of drink. While
there, we witnessed a ferocious thunderstorm
and wondered if we would face those conditions the following day.
Saturday morning presented a steely gray drizzle that quickly evolved into a persistent rain.
This would be my first day of track experience in
those conditions. Mid Ohio has its undulations,
and there are places where rivulets crossed the
track, providing the potential for mayhem. Except for a few “lazy spins” as one of our chief
instructors described it the following day, and
a few bruised egos, the morning sessions went
well.
Our classroom was particularly full that morning for the “Dan and Ralph show” as Drs. Bursick
and Gaudio named it, and I wonder if that was
due in part to the fact that this was the only
warm and dry place in Lexington. I credit them
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Speakers: left, center, right, surrounds, subwoofer
Yamaha audio/video receiver
Blu-ray DVD player
Universal color touch screen remote
Complete installation, programming, calibration
System value: $14,000
ticket (only 500 tickets will be sold)
Drawing: Sun, July 24, 2011
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for keeping the material fresh for those of us who
have been in the class for awhile.
On Saturday afternoon the weather was wonderful and the big boys with slicks pulled their
cars out of the garages resulting in the usual
noise of an operating track. Things were back to
normal.
As the owner of a beautifully balanced but underpowered Boxster, I love the Mid Ohio circuit.
There are lots of technical corners where I can
compete, and unlike the Glen, my left arm can
actually stay in the car some of the time.
This year I began assisting with registration. This
has given me a small glimpse into the amount of
work that goes into putting on a DE. Thanks to
all who run these events. Thanks also to my instructors this year-Dr. Geoff Herald at the Glen,
Gino Tasca at the Ledges, Carol Neal at Pitt Race,
Dave Palmer at Pitt PDE and Doug Colbary at Mid
Ohio. You stretched the rubber band without allowing it to break.
We go to DEs for the driving, but we come away
with friendships. Can’t wait for next year.
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Proper Storage Of Your Porsche
by Duane Smith, Sewickley Porsche
It is getting to that time of the year when we
start thinking about putting our toys away for
winter. Here are some suggestions for doing so
properly:
A question I get asked from time to time is:
“Should I change my oil before I put my car
away or when I get it out in spring?” I recommend putting any vehicle away with fresh oil.
Changing your oil before storage ensures you
get contaminates out which would otherwise
likely be covering your critical engine components such as crankshaft and bearings during
extended periods of non-use. It is also one less
thing you have to worry about after a long winter when the weather breaks and you want to
start driving your baby again.
My next suggestion would be to thoroughly
wash and put a good coat of wax on your car.
Start by washing the car then prepping the
paint for wax by clay barring the exterior paint.
The clay bar process strips any old wax plus it
removes any contaminates on the surface of
your paint. Make sure to follow up with a good
coat of your favorite wax.
Now we want to protect our tires. It is best to
clean the tires really well. We want to remove
any kind of tire shine as most products contain
chemicals which extract the agents in your tires
designed to prevent dry rot. Movement from
rotation and heat which occurs while driving
on your tires helps to keep them healthy and
ply-able. Driving on your tires helps counteract tire shine chemicals from drying out the
rubber making up your tires.
After cleaning your car, wheels, tires, and waxing it; take it for a final drive. Drive at least 15
miles to get the engine up to operating temperature. This also ensures we get any excess
water out from the cleaning process. Towards
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the end of your drive, stop at a gas station and
fill up to help prevent condensation from forming in your gas tank. Buy a bottle of gas stabilizer and add it to your tank when you return
home.
Once the tires are clean we want to pump
up the pressure to 50psi. Over inflating tires
decreases the size of contact patch and helps
minimize flat spotting (from not being driven).
I also recommend during storage to push the
car forward or back an inch every other week.
Doing so also helps to prevent flat spots.
Porsche strongly recommends NOT starting
your car unless it is going to be driven at least
15 miles. Starting your car and just letting it
idle creates condensation inside the engine. It
takes at least 15 miles of driving to get enough
heat into the engine to burn off that condensation. So if you do not plan to drive your car do
not start it. Otherwise you will be doing more
harm than good as the condensation will just
be sitting in your engine. Not good.
Now that you have your tires inflated to 50psi,
move your car into its storage location in your
garage. Do one final wipe down with a damp
chamois or California Duster.
Next, plug in a Porsche Battery Maintainer.
There are many different kinds of battery maintainers out there but I have found Porsche ones
work best. Aside from being extremely simple
to use, they plug into the cigarette lighter socket and have a long thin cord which fits between
the door and door seal (so you do not have to
leave a window down). Then plug the maintainer into a wall outlet and it will turn on and
off as needed. Just set it and forget it.
Finally put a cover on your car and she is ready
for hibernation!
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Membership
Happy Anniversary!
These Allegheny Region members are celebrating
membership anniversaries this month
Michael Barbush
Russell J. Morse
Thomas B. Upshur
Barry I. Sheer
David L. Faber
Ralph M. Raspa
John C. Brittain
Clifford D. Davis
Richard H. Cellich
Merrill Marcovsky
Kevin S. Maehling
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James P. Brown
Jay J. Gyger
Mark A. Vanderelli
Alan M. Bilecky
Marla Zerrer
Michael J. Terral
Douglas R. Armbrust
William Gurzenda
Frank G. Novak
John J. Herock
Rod H. Altmeyer
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Rick E. Day
Paul A. Russ
Vic Tatum
K. Scott Ishler
Joseph A. Knecht
Victoria S. Ross
James C. Fisher
Robert J. Gray
Brandon Rae
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Welcome New Members!
Rob Chisholm
Andy Clem
Rich Urbach
Sam LaManna
Ricardo Cardenas &
Silvia Plaza
Allison Park, PA
Pittsburgh, PA
Oakdale, PA
Bethel Park Pittsburgh
2006 Cabriolet
2003 911
2013 911
2006 911
2011 911 GT
Primary Members 607
Affiliate Members 451
Total Members 1,058
FALL ROAD RALLYE
Join us for our Fall Rallye Saturday 10/12/13
Start at 10:00AM from the former Star Theater, Exit 54 from I-79 N/S.
From the north; Exit 54 to traffic light, LEFT to next light, LEFT to theater parking lot on RIGHT.
From the south; Exit 54 to traffic light, LEFT to second light, LEFT to theater parking lot on right.
LOOK FOR THE PORSCHE FLAG!!!
We’ll be traveling thru Southwestern PA keeping an eye peeled for signs, unusual
objects in peoples yards, highway markers, beautiful fall scenery, etc.
Be sure to arrive before 9:45, First car off
at 10:00, We’ll meet at a local restaurant,
as always for stories, lies, etc.
Club
Event
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What You Missed
by Terri Mattock,
ARPCA Secretary
Call to Order - The meeting was called to
order on September 12th, 2013 at 7:30pm by
President George Patterson, in the Porsche
showroom at Auto Palace, with 21 members
in attendance. Those in attendance: George
Patterson, Bill Zielinski, Sandy Zielinski, Beth
Core, Drake Core, Rob Hoffman, Ken Jeremiah,
Louise Jeremiah, Marty Smith, Tim Hronek,
Ed Rice, , Earl Seiler, Judi Seiler, Scott Ishler,
Melinda Clark, Chuck Clark, John Malobicky,
Lisa Malobicky, Tom Bartos, Paul Nickoloff and
Terri Mattock.
Treasurer’s Report – Beth Core – Report was
reviewed and approved; exact figures read at
the meeting.
Minutes – Terri Mattock - Minutes from the
August meeting were approved.
Committee Reports
Advertising – Paul Nickoloff – One new
advertiser has been added for this issue. One
more will be added before the end of the year.
Advertising packages include online ads as
well as the print ads in the Rundschau.
Dealer Relations – Informal lunch outings will
be held at both Porsche dealerships.
Goodie Store – Rob Hoffman – Items are
available online, fall items will be added.
PVGP – $5,400 donated to the PVGP….a record
year. The check presentation to the PVGP
will be held at the Allegheny Valley School in
Coraopolis at 7pm on October 23rd.
Membership – 607 primary members; 451
auxiliary members. Total of 1058. Need a “New
Member and Anniversary Outreach” program.
Newsletter - More content is needed for the
Rundschau such as “New Member Profiles”,
games, trivia.
Communications - Earl Seiler
Information for the email blasts should
consist of text only (no pictures); easier to
view on smart phones.
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Email blasts will be sent out on the 1st and
the 15th of the month as needed
Creation of a template would ease the
transfer of the email blast information to
the website.
New communications chairperson is
needed.
Social –
• Sep 15th – Make-A-Wish Event at
Rivertowne Pour House in Monroeville
• Sponsored by Mr. Waterheater; food, beer,
silent auction, Reserved Porsche parking
(currently 15 cars have reserved spots)
• Sep 18th – Auto Palace – Reception from
6-8pm celebrating the launch of the new
Panamera
• Sep 29th – Pittsburgh Cars ‘N Coffee – Car
show at Auto Palace – 2-5pm.
• Oct 5th – Grand Concours at the Grand
Concourse, Station Square – Social at
the Gandy Dancer, Chairs: John & Lisa
Malobicky, Secure valet parking with two
security guards; two hours of free parking
if you choose to have dinner after the
social; enter from the West entrance near
the Sheraton. People’s Choice Awards: 1st,
2nd, 3rd place
• Oct 19th - Banquet after the Autocross
– location Solomons Seafood and Grille –
Mike Benlock, chair
• Holiday Party – Scott Ishler, chair. Venues
and dates are being considered and will
be finalized at the October meeting.
• Mid-Winter Party – Date and location TBD.
• Past events -BBQ at Pitt Race – Melinda
Clark – dinner after the track event with
wonderful desserts made by members,
Wine & Shine at Thistlethwaite Winery –
Jamie Mesar /Mike Benlock – 20-25 cars
were there; raised approximately $350
for the UPMC Hospital Child Advocacy
Center’s Back To School Program.
Tour/Rally
• Fall Rally – Oct 12th – Iron Jack Purvis and
Fast Frank Bunecicky, Starting point is in
Bridgeville at the former Star Theater (Exit
54 from I-79 N/S). Arrive there by 9:45am.
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$5/car donation, benefitting ARPCA’s P3
program; please pay that day. 60 mile
scavenger hunt with lunch afterwards
(pay for your lunch at the location). For
questions or to register, email Iron Jack:
jwp986@yahoo.com
Track –
Sep 20th-22nd – Mid Ohio DE – will soon
be sold out; profit will be made.
• Sep 29th – Autocross #4 with the SCCA
• Oct 19th – AutoX with an Oktoberfest
celebration afterward.
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Website – continues to be updated; new
webmaster/social media chair needed.
Concours - Oct 5th event at the Grand
Concourse.
P3 – Michael Coyne- Two more contacts have
been made with assistance from Dan Franzetta.
Goodie packages have been sent: one to a
soldier in Kuwait; and another to a member in
the air force serving in an undisclosed location.
Please send references to Michael Coyne and
he will get the items to those individuals.
Contact information is in the Rundschau.
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24 Hours of LeMans in June – Porsche
returns
Motion to Adjourn – Meeting was adjourned
at 8:40pm. Many thanks to Auto Palace for
hosting our meeting among many beautiful
cars. Next meeting: October 10th at 7:30pm
at the home of Chuck and Melinda Clark. The
meeting at the “Shed” will be preceded by food
and drinks beginning at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Terri Mattock, a.k.a. “Tiny T”
Secretary
Note: This is an edited summary of the minutes,
subject to approval. Limited snacks and
beverages are available at our meetings and
you are all welcome to attend and share in the
unedited fun between our business discussions.
We welcome your input and fresh ideas. “It’s not
the car… it’s the people who make the Club.”
Old Business - Melinda Clark - $57 was made
from the sale of ARPCA member pins.
New Business
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2014 Planning Committee meeting
determine events and budgets; prepare
list of candidates for 2014 officers
Calendar for track and social events,
committee chairs; all are welcome to
attend
Future events to consider: Nemacolin
Champagne Brunch, Helen’s at Seven
Springs
Sep 29th – Tom Bartos – ARPCA is invited
to attend a Car Cruise at Treesdale which
benefits the Employee’s Childrens’
Scholarship Fund. 1pm
24 Hours of Daytona – a few ARPCA
members will attend; more later
Detroit Auto Show in January
Cleveland Auto Show in February
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The Mart - ARPCA Classifieds
Porsche 911SC rebuildable front brake calipers for
1975-1983 model - $250
dmschiavo@gmail.com
Factory 911 engine/transaxle yoke w/stand on wheels;
964/993 Factory adjustable front strut brace, new, never
installed; early Fabspeed stainless straight-thru mufflers for
993, perfect for track, possibly too loud for street; 944 Turbo
S factory lightweight phone dial “Cup” wheels, 8 X 16 w/
245/45 Kumho Victa racing tires w/ 1/2 tread.
Audi A4 front strut brace, fits B5 series 96 - 01, new, never
installed; 4 factory 6 X 15 steel wheels, perfect for snows, fits
96 - 02 A4/S4 and 95 - 01 A6/S6, exc. condition.
Dic Sundra - dsundra@comcast.net
(412) 366 - 4950
Goosebumps #51 1982 911 sc euro for sale
Upgrades include:
stock look fuel cell,
emergency off switch,
full fire system, Stable
Energies full roll cage,
Cobra seats, Schroth
belts (Hans for driver),
Vosstek aluminum
pedals, Wevo short
shifter, close ratio gears, Momo wheel, stiffer sway bars
and torsion bars, front brake ducts, tail, corner balanced,
two set of Fuchs wheels 7&8 and 7&9, new Hoosier
slicks, several used spares. Engine rebuild by Chris at
Autobahn Extremists in Ohio 3 years ago. Professionally
maintained for ten years. Recent service by Dan Fowler
at Fast Company includes new brake pads and rotors,
brake fluid, oil change, battery, and exhaust manifold gasket. Never been hit, clean, dry, reliable and fun. Perfect
DE car… get in and drive! Best offer in the $30K range. Randy Evans 724-747-7366 randybbd@aol.com
2004 Porsche 911 Turbo
(VIN: WPOCB299X45675613)
· 6 Speed Manual Transmission
· 24,250 Miles, Clean Car Fax
· New Brakes At 18,000 Miles When Certified
· All Good 18” Tires And Rims
· Current Pa State Inspection
Was $57,000 Now $52,500 David Taylor A.R.P.C.A Member
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WINTER CAR STORAGE - Located in the Strip District.
The building has 24 hour security an WINTER CAR
STORAGE - Located in the Strip District. The building has
24 hour security and is heated. $60.00 per month. jeff@
eldoradoink.com or phone 412-999-5525.
Racers Edge 6061T6 Billet Aluminum 944 / 968 M030
Hubs: Installed on roller/project car. Project abandoned before completion. Removed from car before driven on street
or track. $725 OBRO Call for details: 412-977-7343.
1984 Porsche 911 Targa.
Completely original.
Everything works---All
numbers match---Same
owner last 22 years---All
books and records--C&G Performance
maintained--- car is
perfect--- no paint---no
dings---red with black
interior---$30.000
724-337-6622
724-980-9805 Hillcrestbeer@verizon.net
ask for Tony
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930 RUF modified 911. This is
a Porsche not a
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but includes the
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upgrades: 6 speed
gearbox, 17”
wheels, intercooler, turbos, cams, gauges, front spoiler, oil
cooler. Also has twin outlet B&B muffler system, Recarro
seats, and a harness bar. Asking $50,000. Brandon Steward
- brandonstewart918@gmail.com
For Sale: 1983
Mercedes-Benz 380-SL,
Blue on Blue, both tops,
54k miles, $17,900, Call
Mike @ 412-977-7343.
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