July 2013 - Great Plains Region PCA

PCA
July 2013
Der Skooner
Great Plains Region / Porsche Club of America
Volume 48 Issue 6
2013 Great Plains Carrera GT
Motorsports Park Hastings
Photo courtesy of Eric Elliott
The Starting Line
The Great Plains Carrera GT
was once again a success,
even if I say so myself.
However, judging from the
number of positive responses I
got after the event, it is
apparent that most had a great
time. We now just need to get
the word out further how great
this venue is. We did have
some competitors from as far
away as Austin, Texas and
Conway, Arkansas. As usual,
we had great support from the
Rocky Mountain Region and
Nord Stern Region plus many
old friends from the Cimarron
Region. What really made this
year a success was the
excellent support we had from
our Club Race Sponsors that
you will find listed elsewhere in
this issue. Be sure to thank
them for their support when
you see them at an event, or
shop at their business.
July is going to be a busy
month. First there is the
annual club picnic on July 13th
at Riverside Lakes, followed by
the monthly club breakfast on
July 20th at Heartland Café in
By Tom Cooper
Elkhorn with a fun run after
breakfast, and topped of by the
Summer interlude at Mid
America Motorsports on July
27th and 28th. Actually all
three events are of the don’t
miss variety. The picnic is a
time to relax and enjoy the
company of other Porsche
enthusiasts, the breakfast and
the fun run will be a
opportunity to get you Porsche
out and enjoy a pleasant drive
at a leisurely pace and the DE
at MAM will be a great time to
see what your car will do on
the track.
start planning for next year
now. Part of that planning is a
new Club Race Chairman.
This needs to be someone with
a fresh approach to the event
and some innovative ideas on
how to expand attendance.
When looking at the volunteers
for this years event, all but
three were current board
members. There needs to be
a greater representation from
the general membership if this
event is to continue to be the
great attraction that it is.
There is also an opening for a
full time registrar. The current
registrar is just getting too old
and cranky and the board
thinks we should replace him
or maybe outsource the
function to India. I would
rather see someone from the
general membership take the
position. I am sure I can talk
the current registrar into
assisting in the transition to
make a smooth and seamless
change, just let me know if you
are interested.
Porsche Parade kicks off this
weekend in Traverse City
Michigan. I had originally
planned on making this one
since it’s as close as a Parade
will be for a few years, but
plans had to change and we’ll
sit this one out. Kurt
Halvorson and Joe Chambers
are still planning on making the
trip, and we can expect a full
report in the Der Skooner next
month.
While the Club Race was a
success this year, we need to
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2013 Great Plains Carrera GT
Red Sprint - Saturday
Driver
Class
Club
Sprint Race 2 - Sunday
Driver
Class
Club
Rick Polk
Tommy Dean
Steven Sabers
John Marchant
Joe Bank
Roland Manarin
Michael Sabers
Gennie Hewingway
Jack Baker
James Lillegaard
Rick Polk
Tommy Dean
Steven Sabers
John Marchant
Joe Bank
Michael Sabers
Alexandra Sabados
Chad Cox
Roland Manarin
Luke Oxner
Sandy Steckman
Jack Baker
Chris Blazer
Dan Mayer
James Lillegaard
Jay Burr
Gennie Hewingway
GT3R
GTC4
GTC3
GTB1
GTC2
K
G
GT4S
J
SP3
GT3R
GTC4
GTC3
GTB1
GTC2
G
GT4R
E
K
SPB
D
J
SP1
SP2
SP3
GT5S
GT4S
Blue Sprint - Saturday
Driver
Nord Stern
Rocky Mountain
Nord Stern
Great Plains
Rocky Mountain
Great Plains
Nord Stern
Rocky Mountain
Great Plains
Dakota
Club
Sprint Race 3 - Sunday
Driver
Class
Club
Rick Polk
Steven Sabers
Joe Bank
John Marchant
Roland Manarin
Chad Cox
Luke Oxner
Sandy Steckman
Jack Baker
Chris Blazer
Dan Mayer
James Lillegaard
Jay Burr
Nord Stern
Rocky Mountain
Nord Stern
Great Plains
Rocky Mountain
Nord Stern
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Great Plains
Ozark
Great Plains
Great Plains
Kansas City
Rocky Mountain
Dakota
Great Plains
Rocky Mountain
NOT AGAIN! Eric Elliott, Robin Elliott and Russ Standage
wondering if they’ll ever lose the hats and coats and gloves
this season!
Class
Chad Cox
Keith Fritze
Sandy Steckman
Chris Blazer
Dan Mayer
Jay Burr
E
SPB
D
SP1
SP2
GT5S
GT3R
GTC3
GTC2
GTB1
K
E
SPB
D
J
SP1
SP2
SP3
GT5S
Rocky Mountain
Nord Stern
Great Plains
Kansas City
Rocky Mountain
Great Plains
Nord Stern
Nord Stern
Rocky Mountain
Great Plains
Great Plains
Rocky Mountain
Ozark
Great Plains
Great Plains
Kansas City
Rocky Mountain
Dakota
Great Plains
Terry is performing some wheel and tire maintenance on his
Porsche. Are the others watching, helping or advising?
Once again Sandy
Steckman assisting a
fellow Club member.
But, what is IN that
wheel well?
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Nebraska Air National Guard Tour
Friday June 7th a number of club members were treated to a most inspirational and educational event; a tour
of the Nebraska Air National Guard facility at the Lincoln Municipal Airport. Inspirational because we were
honored to meet and spend time with some of the folks that have make a commitment to protect our freedoms
and educational because they shared their knowledge AND answered EVERY question we posed. Major Wade
Holen (pilot), Master Sergeant Michael Mayfield (boom operator), and Major Nancy Curtis, (Executive Officer)
conducted the tour of a Boeing KC-135R - a Boeing 707 - with significant modification. While a tanker, it was
equipped with about 40 canvas seats that neither reclined nor offered a drop-down table. We spent time in the
cockpit and in the boom operators man cave. It takes a real skill set to operate this machine!
Major Wade Holen is flanked by Major Nancy Curtis (right) and Sergeant Michael Mayfield
(left) and Club Members in front of #1 engine. Note the engine inlet cover. Go Huskers!
The “business” end of the KC-135R. The operator literally
flies the boom into the receptacle of the aircraft being
The Nebraska Air National Guard is headquartered on the Lincoln Air National Guard Base in Lincoln, Neb.,
the capital of the state. The base, which is co-located with the Lincoln Municipal Airport, consists of 189.3
acres of land owned and leased by the National Guard. Our 155th Air Refueling Wing mission is to deliver
fuel, cargo, and people world-wide. The Nebraska Air National Guard employs the Boeing KC-135R
Stratotanker aircraft for both air-to-air refueling and transportation of passengers and cargo. The KC-135R can
hold up to 35,000 gallons of fuel and can fly at speeds up to 600 miles per hour. Beginning in 1995, the base
underwent a massive building effort as part of the unit’s conversion from the RF-4C “Phantom II” mission to
the KC-135R “Stratotanker” mission. More than $58 million was spent remodeling numerous existing buildings
and building a number of facilities including a new fuel cell hangar, base dining facility, composite support
facility and fire department. The building boom ended in September 2000 with the completion of the new $2.7
million Joint Use Medical Facility, one of the only such buildings in the National Guard.
What sign do you see when going to work every day? The KC-135R flight
crew sees this upon entering the cockpit.They install these barriers on the
cockpit windows should they enter an area of known or suspected radiation.
No guarantee they will survive.
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We noticed this bird nest on the top of the right front tire of a Ford
Explorer in the Air National Guard parking lot. How long has the
owner of this vehicle been deployed and away from family?
June Events Photo Collage
So...how fast is this GMC taking turn 11 at MPH?
Who are those guys?
Kathy Tessman, Kim, Roland and Brian having a blast
at the “Tessman Garage”. Diet coke in that Red Solo cup?
I gotta change the tires! I gotta change the tires!
Right front? Right rear? Where’s Sandy when I
need him? Probably in some wheel well.
Now that’s an instrument panel. KC135R.
The Heartland Cafe Saturday Breakfast gathering is very
popular. Everyone was wondering where you were.
We told ‘em you’ll make it next time.
Our hosts, (l-r) Sergeant Michael Mayfield, Major Wade
Holen and Major Nancy Curtis surrounded by a bunch
of us in front of the KC-135R
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Mark your calendar
July
13th - Club Picnic - details to follow
15th-16th - Driver Education, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI
20th - Breakfast at The Heartland Cafe. 2615 North Main Street Elkhorn, NE. 8:30a.
Please RSVP to brian24667@yahoo.com. Saturday Strauss Scenic Sightseeing Spree is tentatively scheduled
26th-28th - PCA Club Race and DE, Brainerd International Raceway
27th-28th - Driver Education at Mid America Motorplex. Pacific Junction, IA.
August
3rd - Autocross, Marshalltown, IA
10th - Breakfast at The Heartland Cafe. 2615 North Main Street Elkhorn, NE. 8:30a.
Please RSVP to brian24667@yahoo.com
17th - Sonic Show ‘N Shine. Lincoln, NE
The car truly is the star as the Great Plains Region’s longest continously running summer social blast from the past,
Show N' Shine Cruise Nites, return for its 19th year! Where else can you see the newest 911s and the classic 356s
and everything in between in the same place. One part Porsche, then blend in one part Ferrari, Mercedes, Lotus,
BMW, Audi, Lamborghini, Jaguar, Maserati, VW and Aston Martin (shaken not stirred), and you have all the ingredients
for an "automobile enthusiasts dream." You never know what will show up but you can bet there will be at least 100
cars!
Just like the good old "Happy Days" of cruising, carhops, jukeboxes and drivein movies, we will be hanging out under
the glow of neon and listening to the oldies at America"s drivein "Sonic" at South 48th and Highway 2 in south Lincoln.
Mark your calendar now for Saturday nites August 17th. Hour are from 6 to 9:00 but you can come and go as you like.
Its a cheap date with half price food for everyone. So grab you best ride, your best girl and your Beach Boys tape with
"I Get Around." Cruise on out and share the unique SSCN experience. I'll be there early and save a spot for you.
17th-18th - Grand-Am Race, Kansas Motor Speedway, Kansas City, KS.
22nd-25th - Run for the Hills 11, Black Hills, SD
September
8th - Salsbury House Concours D’ Elegance, Des Moines, IA
15th - Autocross at Road Yoder, Wichita, KS.
21st-22nd - Last Fling Driver Education, Brainerd International Raceway, Brainerd, MN
22nd - Autocross , Ameristar Casino, Kansas City, MO
28th-29th - Driver Education at Mid America Motorplex, Pacific Junction, IA.
29th- Autocross at Road Yoder, Wichita, KS
October
4th-6th- Octoberfast Club Race and DE, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Hallet, OK
20th- Autocross at Road Yoder, Wichita, KS.
24th-27th - ESCAPE to LA
TBD - Driver Education at Mid-America Motorplex, Pacific Junction, IA
November
TBD - 991 Turbo Launch Party, Aristrocrat Porsche,Shawnee Mission, KS
Please visit the respective Region’s website or the PCA National site at www.pca.org. should you seek
additional information about the non-GPR events noted in Mark Your Calendar above.
Central Iowa Region: www.cia.pca.org
Dakotas Region: dak.pca.org
Schönesland Region: www.schonesland.org
St. Louis Region: www.stlpca.org
Wichita Region: wic.pca.org
Ozark Lakes Region: olk.pca.org
Red River Region: www.RedRiverPCA.org
Kansas City Region: www.kcrpca.org
Nord Stern Region: www.nordstern.org
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Guest Contribution What Porsche Would Gatsby Drive?
You thought I meant Jesus? No, no,
that’s too easy. JC would be wearing his
“True Religion” jeans and his “Members
Only” jacket, and he’d saunter into a
perfectly maintained 550 RSK, silver, with
a red Pegasus decal on the side.
Jay Gatsby is much more
complicated. To start, the book The Great
Gatsby, which many consider the one true
Great American Novel, takes place in
1922. And, in the book, Jay drives a Rolls
Royce big enough to carry great gobs of
partiers to West Egg from Manhattan,
every weekend.
But, in the latest remake of the
movie, he drives one of Fred and Augie’s
greatest creations, a Duesenberg Model J.
Which is fine... except for the fact that the
Model J is from 1929. Such is poetic
license on the big screen, I guess.
So let’s stretch our own willing
suspension of disbelief to the present day.
In the book we learn Gatsby made
his money bootlegging. Today he’d...
import illegal agricultural substances? I’d
prefer running a Ponzi scheme of a hedge
fund. But I could be swayed.
And that would lead to mega wealth
in today’s dollars... from a residential
standpoint, no Mc-manse on the North
Shore of Long Island, like the book and
movies. Heaven forbid. Would someone
with virtually unlimited means put up with
the Long Island Expressway,
euphemistically called “the longest parking
lot in the world”? Hardly.
In today’s world, Gatsby would sleep
in an apartment on Fifth Avenue, or maybe
15 Central Park West. And he’d spend
weekends on Further Lane in
Southampton. And his Sikorsky would
take him 20 minutes to get to East
Hampton Airport. He’d be quarreling with
the town elders about a heliport on his
property.
Of course he’d have a Panamera
Turbo in the garage in Manhattan. But it
would get very little use. Maybe jaunts up
the Taconic Parkway to visit Ralph, that
Ralph, in Bedford. Or out to Teterboro to
board the Gulfstream.
In the Hamptons, it would be a
different story. You’d need something
funky, something slightly shabby,
Richard D.Badler
something you don’t mind getting sand in,
to slink to the beach. Like a Carrera
Cab, red, which Jay would have held onto
since his business school days, for
sentimental reasons. It would have been
a gift from his parents.
bulkhead crept toward Mach 2.
But evenings in the Hamptons would
be a different story. That’s when it’s time
for a dramatic entrance, which can only
call for a Carrera GT. Black.
At the other end, it’s, what, an hour by
private charter from De Gaulle to Nice
Airport and a short drive on the A8 to St.
Tropez. Or to Monaco. Or Cannes. For
the race. For the film festival. For both.
But he’d have a 918 on order. Also
black.
Would he drive it? Would he drive
either? Well, I have it on good authority
that Oracle gazillionaire Larry Ellison
bought a McLaren F1 in the ‘90s, and
was actually fitted for his seat at the
factory... and never came back to pick up
the car.
As Hemingway said, “The rich are
different from you and me.” To which
Scott Fitzgerald allegedly said, “Yes, they
have more money.”
Which would lead the Gulfstream to
Holiday flights to the ski house on Red
Mountain in Aspen. Where a Cayenne
Turbo would be waiting to whisk Gatsby
and his entourage to a waiting table at
the Caribou Club, in all types of weather.
Or Holiday visits to Anguilla or St.
Barts. Where they’d be picked up by
more Cayenne Turbos, with blacked out
windows, of course.
What about Palm Beach, you say?
Now, sport, that’s for retirees. Retirees
who stay put.
Jay’s crowd would also make it to La
La Land. For business. Yeah, for the
export/import business. Or to find
investors in the latest fund. You could
spot them at the Four Seasons... they’d
be the only ones lounging beside the pool
in January.
But the party would be at the house
on Carbon Beach in Malibu. From which
Jay would willingly show you the very
spot on the Pacific Coast Highway where
that fellow “Dietrich” split his Enzo in two.
And in Europe?
Ah, it’s tough. Jay would wax poetic
about the era of the Concorde. When
time really was of the essence, and you
could grasp it as the speed meter on the
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And he’d go on about the sight on
arrival back at Kennedy, where everyone
would deplane and make a beeline for the
helicopter parking area.
Jay’s house would be set amid the
homes of the Russian Oligarchs on Cap
Ferrat. And the Sunseeker would be
docked below.
In the garage we’d find... old, old
money that would be appreciating while
standing still -- a Porsche 904, with number
plates, an ex-rally 911 SC, one of the
Rothman’s cars, and a real 2.7 Carrera,
bought new by Jay’s father... or so the story
goes, old sport.
Then it’s back to Paris, to the suite at
Le Crillon. Or the George V. And, after a
night of revelry at Le Bar, he’d start up the
loaner 911 Turbo as dawn broke (when you
own this many Porsches, you just call
ahead and one materializes - ask Jerry
Seinfeld.) And he and his pleasure dome
for the evening would venture out and try to
recreate the route of that nine-minute fit of
cinematic debauchery, Le Rendezvous.
Ah yes. It’s so, well, current... a nice
life if you can get away with it, old sport.
But, remember. In the novel and all the
cinematic adaptations, he doesn’t get away
with it. And that’s what we call poetic
justice, forever more.
About the writer...
Dick is currently board president
of Alliance Francaise de Denver, and
a member of Rocky Mountain
Automotive Press Association. He
writes regularly for outlets that include
TFLCar.com, Planet-9.com and High
Gear, the publication of the Rocky
Mountain Region of the Porsche Club
of America. Over the years, Dick’s
owned six Porsches. He still has
number three, a ’78 911SC, which he
bought in 1988.
...that’s what I’m talking about!
The Club Race was once again successful. Tom Cooper as
registrar simply does a kick a#% job. Yes, he’s doing too much
and the rest of us really need to step up to the plate. Following
him will be a challenge but Tom will provide training. Of course
we really like MPH. George Anderson and his crew provide a first
class facility and staff to match. Russ, Eric and Robin at the grid
are hard to beat. Of course it means absolutely nothing without
YOUR participation and the financial support of our sponsors.
Can’t say THANK YOU enough for everything you do. Already
looking forward to next year.
Ah yes, our sponsors. They don’t fund the event for the
accolades. They contribute because they find value in the event,
the club and it’s members. Frankly, they simply care and that’s
what makes them so special. Here’s the list and they probably
would prefer that I don’t publish it - that’s how they are - but I’m
going to anyway. Find a quiet time when no one is around and
simply thank them for caring enough to ensure this event was
there for you.
Our Corporate sponsors are Woodhouse Porsche and Warren
Distribution. Our Gold sponsors are Jack Baker, Henry Davis,
Bob Lynch, Roland Manarin, John Marchant, Mack Truck and
C.A.R.S. Denny Strauss and Kurt Halvorson are our Silver
sponsors.
Thought you might be interested in some excerpts
from National Steward West Dillards report to National
about our Club Race. His words.
“Potential improvements for next year
•
None! It is a well-run event.
•
A couple of the faster drivers expressed concern about
combining the groups on Sunday without a combined practice, but
as in years past, we had no problems. I think the track has a
number of safe passing zones and the fast cars seem to be able
to work through with minimal problems.
Details on Corner Workers and Rescue Crews
•
Control and Safety (and announcements) were run by
Dusty Kohl. Dusty is just a great guy! He is easy to work with and
does a fine job. He has a good team, some of which, like S/F
Jimmy, have been with him for years. They have a great
camaraderie. We had no issues and zero delays to run groups
when towing or cleanup was needed.
Weekend Review – Cold and windy on Saturday, but beautiful on
Sunday. MPH is a nice track with a great gathering/viewing area.
Control, grid and black flag are all close enough together to make
managing the race very easy. Registration was down a bit this
year, which is a shame because it is a great event!
Global Warming - don’t tell that to Club Race attendees and
especially Russ, Eric and Robin. Gosh it was cold and windy in
Hastings Friday and Saturday and the grid crew looked like they
were ready to shovel snow. The wind was a challenge for them
as there was no where to hide, so to speak. We’re blessed to
have Russ, Eric and Robin on our team.None finer! Thanks
fella’s, we REALLY appreciate YOU and your efforts.
Registrar Tom Cooper has done this for several years and he and
wife, Karen really have it down.
Track Manager, George Anderson, is the most accommodating
track owner I have encountered. He really works hard to make
sure this is a great event. The track is always in great condition.
As always Grid Coordinator, Russ Standage, was very well
organized and did a great job, in spite of it being so windy on
Saturday that the grid numbers were blowing away.
The weather was just about perfect Sunday so we’ll keep doing
this DE and Club Race thing.
Our very good friends Dennis and Kathy Tessman hosted the 6th
annual Saturday Night BBQ at their absolutely wonderful and
relaxing “gas station”. Food, beverage, entertainment and a
chance to just veg with old friends and meet new friends that will
be old friends next year. Six years in a row. Thank you so very
much Dennis and Kathy for sharing part of your life with us.
The Nebraska Air National Guard tour was pretty darn cool. The
Nebraska Air Guard is the second oldest unit in the nation. How’s
that for Nebraska - the 37th State in the union! Go HUSKERS! Ed.
The event ran on time, and the drivers all got a lot of track time.
The Saturday dinner and reception at the Tessman’s was very
nice.
In summary, volunteers, racers and staff all seemed to have a ball.
This is a fun event! 3 years in a row for me and I would be happy
to work or race it again next year”.
Respectfully Submitted
Weston Dillard, National Steward
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Multi-Mile
GPR Board and Monthly Meeting Minutes
President:
Tom Cooper
635 Shorewood Lane
Waterloo, NE 68069
402.779.2261 (h)
tcooper40@cox.net
Past President:
Steve Wilwerding
4811 Davenport St.
Omaha, NE 68132
402.319.8623 (h)
steve.wilwerding@gmail.com
Treasurer:
Robert Lynch
6100 Northern Hills Dr.
Omaha, NE 68152
402.573.1684 (h)
robert.lynch911@gmail.com
Secretary:
Abe Schlott
727 S. 13th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
402.977.5885 (h)
aschlott@wd-wpp.com
Membership:
Sandy Bruso
2862 Duane Plz. Apt D
Bellevue, NE 68123
402.612.7931 (h)
brusos@usa.redcross.org
Safety:
Sally Knapp
919 Bayberry Dr.
Bellevue, NE 68005
402.291.9350 (h)
sallyknapp@juno.com
Social:
Brian Tessman
12929 Jessie Avenue
Omaha, NE 68164
402.598.4946 (h)
brian24667@yahoo.com
The Great Plains Region Porsche Club of America
Minutes of June 4th, 2013 Meeting
The Great Plains Region Porsche Club of America Board of Directors met May 7, 2013 at the
home of Bob Lynch.
Members present: Tom Cooper, Bob Lynch, Brian Tessman, Sandy Bruso, Sally Knapp, Abe
Schlott, George Poullos, and Eric Elliott
Secretary: The minutes from the May meeting were approved.
President: Tom reported and did a Club Race recap. 33 total participants. Zero incidents.
Registrar: Discussed club race awards. Need to proactively find 10-12 volunteers for the club
race in 2014. Need to find a registrar and club race chair for 2014. Discussed $75
cancellation fee for entrants who don't cancel prior to 48 hours before an event.
Treasurer: Bob present the monthly report. Discussed sponsorship chair for 2014.
Social: Breakfast June 15 at Heartland Café, Picnic July 13, and discussed ideas on another
garage tour.
Membership: We have 2 new members. There are currently 123 GPR members and 235
national members who have renewed their dues this year.
Safety: We have applied for insurance for our remaining two DE's.
Newsletter: May newsletter is in the mail. New member brochure is being finalized.
Website: The website is up to date. George is working on finalizing a print resolution quality of
our logo.
Past President: No report
The next meeting will be July 2, 2013.
Respectfully submitted, Abe Schlott
Der Skooner Editor:
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Omaha, NE 68116-4027
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