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Upcoming Events5 Calendar23 DE SeasonFeatures7 Rennsport Reunion III17 The 914. A Brief History20 Watch This Space26 Sleigh Ride30 The New PorscheMuseum35 Looking BackPhoto creditsCoverJohn Rahill914s on paradeNHIS October '06p11, 12, 44 & 45Tracey Levasseurp30 & 31Presse Porschep19, 20, 21, 24, 2526, 27 & 28David ChurcherDepartments4 NCR Board of Director &CommitteChairs9 From the Desktop13 President's Message14 The Starting Grid16 Secretary's Desk49 Business Card Exchange52 The Mart54 Advertisers’ IndexEditors AdvertisingTracey Levasseur David Churcher Matt Romanowski207-247-3385 603-799 4688 603-674-3250Statement of PolicyNorthlander is the official publication of the North Country Region (NCR), Porsche Club of America (PCA). Opinions expressedherein are purely those of the writer and are not to be construed as an endorsement or guarantee of the product or services bythe Board of Directors of NCR. The editor reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication. Material may bereprinted by PCA Regions without permission provided credit is given to the Northlander and the author.The regular Article and Advertising closing date for the Northlander is the 1 st of the month preceeding the publication month.See page 54 for AD rates.February 20073 Northlander

DAYTONA INTERNATIONALSPEEDWAY TO HOST PORSCHERENNSPORT REUNION IIIIN NOVEMBER OF 2007World’s largest gathering of Porscherace cars and drivers to highlight Porsche917 and celebrate 25 th anniversary ofPorsche 956 / 962.Porsche Cars North America (PCNA)and Daytona International Speedwaytoday announced Porsche RennsportReunion III will take place at the famedFlorida racetrack the weekend of November2-4, 2007.Sponsored by PCNA and organizedby Brian Redman’s IntercontinentalEvents, Inc., Porsche Rennsport ReunionIII is open to the public and brings togetheran unprecedented gathering ofsignificant Porsche vintage and currentracecars and those who have driven themto victory in the world’s most famoussports car races. It features a three-dayprogram of on-track competition plus aconcours d’elegance, which is open tothe event’s participants by invitation. Inaddition, special activities are plannedhonoring the series of awesome Porsche917 racecars and commemorating the25th Anniversary of the racing debut ofthe all-conquering Porsche 956/962 prototyperacers.Held at three-year intervals, the thirdedition of Porsche Rennsport Reunionreturns to Daytona International Speedwayfollowing that track’s highly successfulstaging of Porsche RennsportReunion II in 2004. On that occasion,more than 600 Porsche racecars anddozens of legendary Porsche race driversparticipated in a truly memorableweekend dedicated to Porsche’smotorsport heritage.“Given the tremendous response toour last event there,” said PeterSchwarzenbauer, president and chiefexecutive officer of Porsche Cars NorthAmerica, “Daytona International Speedwayis the logical choice as the site forPorsche Rennsport Reunion III. It isfilled with Porsche racing history and isone of the few tracks in America capableof conducting an event of this magnitude.”Porsche Rennsport Reunion III willhonor two of Porsche’s most historicracing models – the Porsche 917 andPorsche 956/962. In coupe form, the 12-cylinder 917/K was the first Porsche toscore an overall win at the 24 Hours ofLe Mans, scoring back-to-back victoriesin the 1970 and 1971 editions of theFrench racing classic. Fitted with twinturbochargersproducing more than 1000horsepower, the mighty open-cockpit917/10 and 917/30 rocketed to SportsCar Club of America Can-Am championshipsin 1972 and 1973. These achievementsby the 917 moved Porsche to theforefront of the sports car racing world.Since making its Le Mans debut in1982 with a stunning one-two-three overallfinish, the Porsche 956 and its 962stable mate have established themselvesas the most successful models in thehistory of international sports car racing.Among their record number of overallvictories spanning 14 seasons areseven in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, six inthe Rolex 24 at Daytona, and four in the12 Hours of Sebring.February 20077 Northlander

and see all 360 degrees of the muscle car.But wait! Sitting atop the air breatherwas a 1:18 scale model exactly like thecar only with its top down. And themodel rotated as well! Another exhibitordidn’t think having the entire passengerseat of his Mustang taken by a hugebottle of nitrous eye catching enough. Sohe parked his purple car on a matchingpurple rug surrounded by previous showwin trophies.Other points of interest included a realmonster truck with 5 foot tall tires, astretch limo with the nose of an 18 wheelerand a vast array of custom, chrome bedazzledmotorcycles that would makeOrange County Choppers proud.And while I was snapping photos of allthese lovely vehicles I reached the Saturdayafternoon special guest: LightningMcQueen! A long line of weary parentswith their offspring hanging from theirarms surrounded this full-scale model,the star of Disney-Pixar’s Cars movie.Each child in turn walked up and got his/her picture taken beside Lightning. Youknow, I would too if I was 30 yearsyounger!Walking among these metallic artworksone has to wonder why manywould spend so much time and moneyon something they probably never drive.But it’s thanks to those who do havethese trailer queens and share them atshows like this for car nuts like us whoneed a fix on a nice winter day.MONSTER TRUCK10 Northlander February 2007

SWEET N LOWLightning McQueen, star of Disney-Pixar’s Cars movie, waits patiently for thenext child to nestle up beside him for a photo souvenir. Sorry folks, SallyCarerra and Tow Mater could not make this car show.Following page: This 18 wheeler limo needs two photos to capture it.For more of Tracey's photos see page 44February 200711 Northlander

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As you read this edition of theNorthlander the first 30 days of the NewYear have passed already. It seems thattime is moving faster as I get older (Iwonder how many of you feel the sameway). Recently I was around my familyand the younger members seemed soeager for birthdays that held with them“adult” responsibilities while those thatare nearing their thirtieth do not seem soanxious that the years fly by. The importantthing seems to be to remember tomake some “fun” every day.I bring up the subject of birthdaysbecause this year North Country Regioncelebrates its thirtieth year. It is nice tosay that we still have some of the chartermembers within the region. Northlanderwill highlight some of the history of theregion as well as some of the activecharter members throughout the year. Inthe January edition you already read thestory of one charter member, JudyHendrickson.If you have not already come out duringthe first 30 days of the winter seasonto an NCR event, consider coming to onein February. To keep up with activitiesand other information make sure youbookmark our website www.ncr-pca.organd visit it at least once a week.Have a great February! Spring will behere soon.MiriamJoin us for dinner February 11at The Mile Away restaurant in Milford, NH.Great German foodas well as American fare.Check www.ncr-pca.org for directions.Let Ivy Leonard, (H) (603) 380 3782,social@njcr-pca.org knowif you are coming or not.Separate checks.February 200713 Northlander

New Members:Michael A. Corbett Manchester, NH 1987 911Robert J. Corbett Sr.Jeffrey D. Forsyth Amherst, NH 2002 911Susan ForsythCarl B. Schulz Brookline, NH 2004 Boxster SKathy SirahJeffrey P. Sullivan Auburn, NH 1992 964Don Vandenburgh Nashua, NH 1985 944J. Paul Welch Newton Upper Falls,Suzan Welch MA 2006 BoxsterPhil Zarrow Durham, NH 1985 911Rose ZarrowAnniversaries:1 Year:Thomas C. Bryant Wolfeboro, NH 1989 911Marybeth BryantVince Ciminesi Brookline, NH 1984 91114 Northlander February 2007

2 Years:A. Lawrence Blahut Dover, NH 2002 911Nancy BlahutLeonard Pagano Antrim, NH 1987 944Peter R. Stevenson Peterborough, NH 2000 Boxster SJennifer Stevenson15 Years:Barry Brensinger Manchester, NH 2003 996Cam BrensingerFebruary 200715 Northlander

Thanks to Doug McIninch for his 5+years of service as NCR Secretary ! Iwill be publishing highlights from themonthly Board Meetings. For a copy ofthe full formal meeting minutes, contactsecretary@ncr-pca.org.On Tuesday January 9, 2007, twelveboard members and chairpersons met atthe Common Man restaurant in Concord,NH. President Miriam Dunstercalled her first official meeting to order.Board approved the 2007 Budget, withthe inclusion of the updated DE budgetfrom Paul Frucci. Membership ChairLisa Roche reported that NCR currentlyhas 486 members, including 7 new membersand 1 transfer-in.Advertising Chair Matt Romanowskisubmitted his update via email – look fornew advertisers in the Northlander. Mattis projecting an increase in advertisingrevenue for 2007, and is in close contactwith all the potential advertisers/sponsors.Official deadline for Northlander submittalsis the 1 st of the preceding month(i.e. Feb 1 st for the March issue), to allowfor layout/formatting/etc. Any alternatearrangements need to be made directlywith the Northlander editors. DickDemaine has volunteered to assist BobTucker in the very tough Webmasterrole. They are splitting tasks and Dick isworking on applications to simplify uploadingphotos and potential plug-inapplications for other self-serve areas(Mart ads, etc). Currently Mart ads arenot being posted - please contact theNorthlander for print ads for now.Safety Chair Edgar Broadhead is confirmingif there are any updates to theTech Inspection Form or Tech InspectorList. No notable regulation changes.By the time you read this the Hayrideand Yankee Swap will be history, butmany more events are being planned,including a Fall weekend drive and overnight,and planning is already in progressfor the Annual Banquet/Party in November.Be sure you are on the NCR Newsemail list for notification of some funimpromptu get-togethers !The Tech events are very well detailedin the direct mailing that went to allmembers. Stay tuned for a car audioTech/Social event at Performance Electronics(Amesbury, MA). Driver Educationand Autocross schedules and sitecontracts are being finalized. Check outthe NCR webpage or event chairs for upto-dateinformation.Board meetings are on the secondTuesday of each month. Next meeting isTuesday, February 13, 2007. Pleasecontact any Board member or chair ifyou’d like to attend, or if you have anitem for Board discussion.16 Northlander February 2007

The Porsche 914 might be one of theleast loved lines offered by our favoritemarque, but the car did sell well andalmost 35 years later is, to my pooreyesight, a classic machine. In highschool I first started noting these machines.At that time most were just oldcars, not really well cared for, and inNew England anyway, most I saw werewell and truly starting to show deepeffects of the dreaded tinworm. But eventhen, I liked the sharp edges and sort oflow squat boxy look about them. Theneighbor of one of the gals I was chasingeven had a junky rust bucket of a 914parked under a big old oak tree, but Iliked the car, which in my mind made agood excuse to call upon Sheila. I mayhave gotten over Sheila, but I still lust forthe 914.Introduced in 1969 to replace the aging912, the 914 in all its various configurationslasted until 1976 when it wasreplaced by surprisingly enough a modelcalled the 912E which lasted but a yearbefore the 924 was introduced. Originallyintended as a joint Porsche/Volkswagen project, Porsche had a handshake agreement with Volkswagen ChairmanNordoff to purchase body shells ata low rate and would then fit Porschedrive trains. With the untimely death ofthe VW chairman and no written contract,VW’s new chairman Kurt Lotzsubsequently increased the price of theunfinished cars to Porsche making thePorsche 914-6 much more expensivethan originally intended, approachingthat of the top of the line 911.February 2007Est-ce plutôt une Porscheou une Volkswagen?Well the above is French, not German,but still, is it a Volkswagen or is it aPorsche? In the US anyway, the 914 wasmarketed as a Porsche, in the rest of theworld, however the car was marketed asa VW-Porsche causing some confusionand was also, less affectionately knownas a “vopo” which would be slang for thethen East German Secret Police. In fourcylinder configuration the car utilizedinitially a 1.7 liter Volkswagen derivedpowerplant, later upgraded to 2.0 and1.8 Liter variations. As mentioned above,a more sporting 914-6 used the six cylinderengine lifted from the 911 and wasmarketed as a Porsche.Mid Engine LayoutAdvanced for the time, the car used amid engine layout with the enginemounted in front of the rear axle givingvery favorable front/rear weight balance.Touts a period advertisement, “The reartrunk of a 914 contains 7 cubic feet ofempty space. That’s room enough forthree good-sized travel bags, a set of golfclubs and a small ray gun.” Obviouslythe copy writer didn’t know my wife, weare hard pressed to fit our bags for a longweekend in the back of our station wagon,let alone the back of a 914. But the copywriter continued; “Up front is anothertruck with even greater space than theone in back (9 cubic feet of empty space).Besides having two trunks, the 914 hasthe unique distinction of being a Porschewith an earthy price.” No, that is not a17 Northlander

spelling error, the 914 had an “earthy”price. Maybe to go with all those mushroomsour writer was enjoying in late1969; what with thinking that the carcould hold three good size bags and a setof golf clubs. And what is with the Raygunreference? No my earthly belongingswould not fit as described. In any eventour copy writer continued “The doorsare nearly 4 feet wide, you can actuallyget in and out without tucking your kneesunder your chin. The engine and gearboxare positioned behind the seats inour race car tradition. It also gives moreroom for your legs up front.”Having driven a couple of 914’s I canwell and truly say, our copy writer abovewas being less than forthcoming in thedescription of climbing into the 914.Now I am not that tall, nor am I short,however climbing into the 914 is a truetest of courage, the steering wheel sittingvery low causes the thighs to get stuck,requiring a little kink in the knees and anElvis inspired hip shake to get positioned.Now my size 9 Converse All-Stars find the foot well and well, whereis all this leg room? No, care is needed tofind a place for the left foot when not declutchingand the right foot has a tendencyto catch on both the throttle andthe brake. Still I love the car.Engine Choices914-6 (1969-1972) As mentioned earlier,Porsche had to change tack when thehandshake deal with VW fell through.Intending to sell the 914-6 in larger quantities,the high price of the chassis fromchassis builder Karmann made for a difficultselling price, just below the 911T,and likely at not the targeted profit margin.Only 3351 of the Porsche powered914-6 were manufactured between 1969and 1972. They used a 2.0 Liter Flat sixwith carburetors, producing 110 HP, essentiallylifted from the 911T. The 911Talso donated brakes and suspensioncomponents of the 914-6.914/4 - 1.7 (1969-1973) The Flat fourType 4 engine from the Volkswagen wasfitted with fuel injection to power theoriginal Volkswagen variant.This powerplantmade a healthy 80 HP anda good number of unitswere sold, more than65,000 from 1969through 1973.914/4 – 2.0 (1972-1975) While the 1.7 litercar continued through1973, 1972 saw the introductionof the 914/4 -2.0. The six cylinder version was discontinued,replaced by a 2.0 liter type 4engine, in this configuration producing91HP. The 2.0 liter outsold the 914/6 bya healthy margin, over 32,500 units beingbuilt.914/4 – 1.8 (1973-1975) In 1973 the1.7 liter engine was replaced with a morepotent 1.8 liter type 4 unit which madeall of 76HP. Ah, astute readers will ask,if the 1.8 liter is more potent then whydid the 1.7 make more horsepower? Keepin mind these were the early 1970’s andeach year from 1969 though 1974 newfederal regulations continued to sappower with the introduction of such devicesas air pumps, while simultaneouslya car’s weight increased with such inventionsas “impact” bumpers. Yes the1.8 was bigger and offered less. Buyerspurchased less as well and only about17,700 units were built.18 Northlander February 2007

By the end of production over 118,000914/4 and 914/6 cars had been built.While this had been a brief history, asearch of the World Wide Web can bringyou a wealth of additional information,some my favorite pages includes:914garage.com(French, but youreally have to read thehistory and technical discussions inFrench to really appreciate the car … Leconcept novateur retenu par Porsche lorsdes études sera celui du moteur central!).914world.com914club.comTHE 914 THEME CONTINUES THRU THIS ISSUE WITHPHOTOS FROM '06February 200719 Northlander

A short story to describe the new BLAIRTALBOT MOTORS facility.David ChurcherBlair’s name first came to my attentionwhile I was still living in Germany.My 911 had just become a reality but waswaiting for me in New Hampshire. Acolleague also living in Germany proposedthe best mechanic in our area wasthis chap Blair Talbot.Happiness followed. I returned to theUSA, went to the Rennsport Reunionthat weekend, I met Ellen Beck that week,picked up the Porsche the next weekend.And I met Blair a week later.All was good until Blair shortly afterwardsclosed his shop near Rochester. Ithen had my first dose of “Porsche Panic”… ie: what to do now? Before the panicsettled in or was resolved Blair called tosay he would take care of a few of us withthe older cars. And that was the beginningof service to my 911 and many,many interesting conversations.Servicing the car at Blair’s shop involvesmore than up fixin der Porsche. Itinvolves a complete explanation of whathas happened, why it happened, whatwork he has done, cautions to take infuture, etc. Following the completion ofthe job I have always been involved indeep and long conversations aboutPorsches in general and details of racingcars in particular. Blair’s knowledgegained over years runs deep. His perspectiveis all practical. Mine is moretheoretical … years of reading and dreamingof designing and building a car. Geometryfor suspensions which rattlesaround my brain comes into reality perspectiveduring these conversations. Andwhen Blair and I are not talking cars Barbjoins in with food conversations. Oh, wedo enjoy a good curry.Early in ’06 I detected Blair was reallybusy with a house job and time was short.I wondered what we would do if myPorsche repeated it busted transmissionact. I wondered if Blair was about to giveup on der up fixin and retire in to builderand occasional racer.Later in ’06 we were in to one of thoseafter the job is done conversationswherein Barb and Blair began to talkabout the new shop and all the space itoffered. Plans for car storage. Plans fortwo lifts. Plans to tink simultaneous onany number of cars.“Tink”. What is “tink”? “Tink” is aword often found in Blair’s conversations.As in: “Dave, I love to tink.” Or: “Itinked with it and found out what theproblem was ...”I think this word can be defined as: aprocess of applying years of experiencewith a great deal of pleasure until anoffending automotive problem is found,and, removed.On a bright but cold December Saturdaymorning I visited the new shop totake a few pics and to chat with Blair.Clearly he was excited for the future ashe walked around explaining where variouspieces of equipment would go, where20 Northlander February 2007

cars would be stored, walls that would becovered with Porsche posters, Porschecalendars, (and I hope a couple of DaveChurcher originals), where the tricyclerace would be held.Tricycle race? It is a not un-seriousproposal by one of our NCR colleagues.There is space enough. It could be agood way to keep track skills in formthrough the winter.As our conversation wound down andBlair began to realize he had yet to takea Canadian visitor shopping for US bargainshe said: “Dave, I am so excited.”Now the shop is open and in full swingI hope those interesting chats at the endof a job will continue.I am sure they will.Since the above story was written andthe first panorama photo made a fewweeks have passed. On a wet Saturdayin early January I returned to see theprogress. The lifts were in, the alignmentmachine was about to arrive, postersdecorate the office area, and the shop hasa red black yellow colour scheme.Porsches are every where. Tool boxesare lined up. Andre arrived with his toolbox and his daughter Brittany. With teenageenthusiasm Brittany described my911 as “cute”. I corrected her by sayingit is “beautiful”.And, Blair is still excited.This article has been written as a feature to describe a new facility in our areaprovided by one of our members. From time to time such articles will appearfeaturing our members.February 200721 Northlander

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You’ll hang out with some greatpeople!Registration for NCR Driver Educationevents opens March 1 st . There is awealth of information on the NCR website that can help the uninitiated learnmore and prepare for their first event. Ifyou have any questions at all, please feelfree to email me or Bob Pickul at de@ncrpca.org.We have a great season in store for2007, and I hope to see you at the track!Paul FrucciJUDY HENDRICKSON CHASES MATT ROMANOWSKI. NHIS OCTOBER '0624 Northlander February 2007

THE SLEIGH RIDE THAT WASN'TBy Judy Hendrickson, MiriamDunster, Joe Kraetsch, Lisa Roche,Larry Singer, Paul Tallo,DavidChurcher, Helmi Churcher, Bob &Laura FuttererA starry night greeted ten hearty NCRsouls. As the snow hadn’t yet arrived,our sleigh became a wagon with hay.Our driver, Skip, and faithful Belgians,Pat and Roy, took us on a turbocharged tour around the farm. Lightsglittered, cameras flashed, wheelsrumbled. Helmi must have gotten freshwith a tree as she got slapped by a branchsomewhere along the ride.The headlights revealed they werereally taillights. Fortunately, there wereno exhaust fumes.Around the campfire Judy demonstratedthe fine art of roasting marshmallowsin layers while Lisa just wore hers.Attempts at song were made by Larry— “409, 409, she’s so fine my 409.” Butnone knew any Porsche songs.Much double entendre reigned — Skipgot married December 31st, they gotmarried for better or worse — she couldn’thave done better and he couldn’t havedone worse.A fine evening it was. All that wasmissing was our fearless leader, Ivy, whohad come down with the stomach flu. Sonext sleigh/wagon ride come on out andjoin the fun.OUR HAPPY GANG APRES SLEIGH26 Northlander February 2007

HOT HOT HOTFOR MORE PHOTOS LOG ON TO THE NCR-PCA WEB SITE.OUR HAPPY GANG ON THE WAGONFebruary 200727 Northlander

JUDY PREFERS HER MARSHMALLOW A LITTLE RARELISA AND JOEMELLOWAPRESMARSHMALLOW28 Northlander February 2007

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THENEWPORSCHEMUSEUMOne of the great pleasures of living inGermany was the proximity of thePorsche museum. I was a frequent visitor.Now the new museum is almostcompleted. It is massive when comparedto the old museum. It will house acomplete history of Porsche. A return toGermany is a must and, perhaps, weshould ask our Social Chair to organizea "treffen" for us.The accompanying two photographs, andthe following text, is from PressePorsche.The new Porsche museum takes tothe air.Stuttgart. 450 days after the groundbreakingceremony, the shell of Dr. Ing.h. c. F. Porsche AG’s new museum inStuttgart Zuffenhausen is largely completedas 2006 draws to a close. Animportant construction phase is thus concluded:the underground car park, groundfloor, first floor and central girders, the“cores”, made from reinforced concretehave been constructed. At total of 21,000cubic meters of concrete have been used.The around 100 employees – partlythanks to the mild weather of recentweeks – have made rapid progress, evenduring the cold season. Many night shiftswere arranged to lift major parts of theconstruction into place by crane, and onseveral occasions SchwieberdingerStrasse (B 27) was closed on one sideduring at night when there was littletraffic on the roads.David ChurcherLift shafts, stairwells and service channelsare now in place continued the three on page build- 2430 Northlander February 2007

ing cores. These also serve as heavyload-bearing supports for the exhibitionarea, which will cover 5,600 squaremeters and hover over the first floor as abuilding in its own right. Employees arecurrently pulling eight inch-thick steelwires through one of the Y-shaped supports.Each of the 22 meter-long wires issecured as an abutment and must beprestressed with a tensile force of 300tons using a special apparatus. The technologybeing used is derived from bridgeconstruction and is required on staticgrounds – to provide sufficient supportfor the audacious architecture of the newPorsche museum. Once completed, theexhibition area will weigh 35,000 tonsand will house 80 valuable museum vehiclesand 200 further exhibits from thehistory of the Zuffenhausen-based carmanufacture.In the meantime, the futuristic museumwith its striking contours is now beginningto take shape. The actual exhibition tience they have had to display at times inarea is being constructed Tech Tactics as a steel 26 offered shell. such area of the construction site: However,500 of a total of 6,000 goodies tons as of this steel cut are awaytheir future reward will be an architecalreadyin place. The engine imposing display frameCONTINUED ON PAGE 33construction – similar to those used inFebruary 2007ship and aircraft construction – sketchesthe future silhouette of the museum, whichis located directly adjacent to the parentfactory and is expected to be completedin the second half of 2008.“The steel girders have a span of up to 60meters and are bridged between the supports.This design creates the impressionthat the exhibition hall is hovering abovethe rest of the building," remarks ChristinaBecker, project manager for the newmuseum construction. The steel constructionwork is being continued section bysection from east to west (from the S-Bahn overpass in the direction ofPorscheplatz/Porsche showroom) and isexpected to be completed in 2007, whenthe facade will be complete and the interiorconstruction can begin.“We would like to take this opportunityto thank sincerely the many car driverson Schwieberdinger Strasse for the pa-31 Northlander


CONTINUED FROM PAGE 31tural masterpiece that will form a gatewayto the city of Stuttgart and significantlyenrich Zuffenhausen,” remarkedAnton Hunger, Head of Public Relationsat Porsche AG, who is also responsiblefor the new museum. Stuttgart willgain even further appeal thanks to theconstruction of the Porsche andMercedes-Benz museums. Car enthusiastsfrom all over the world will travelto the Swabian city to gain a fascinatinginsight into the history ofcar construction.The new museum building covering24,000 square meters, which was designedby the Viennese architectsDelugan Meissl, also houses the Porschearchives and a special workshop for historicvehicles. The workshop, which ishome to the 300 vintage cars from thePorsche depot, can also be used by privatecustomers who want to restore orservice their valuable vehicles.Oncompletion, the museum will also boasta coffee bar, a museum restaurant,andconference area, and an exclusive restaurantoperated independently by themuseum.February 200733 Northlander


This month we continue our look backthrough the Northlanders over the past29 years, looking at that first year (1978)and every 10 th year.30 Years Ago (Volume 1, Number 2)February 1978The first thing that caught my eye wasthe inside front cover ad – Porsche createsa new Porsche – the 924! Michael’sPresident’s column reported the impendingvote by mail of the PCA ExecutiveCouncil on our charter and the plannedcharter presentation party on March 18 th .Six autocrosses, a rally and a tech sessionwere the announced planned eventsfor the year with a calendar showing thefirst half of the year with these NCRevents as well as other local sports carevents – Ice Races on Newfound Lakeby the COM club. NER was holdingAXs at the old Orange Airport back then.Editor Jim Smith reprinted the PCALegislative Liaison Bulletin No. 5. Thisis no longer a position on the PCA Nationalstaff, but, back then, many thingswere happening in DC that impacted us.This report dealt with the status of airbag legislation and minimum fueleconomy standards. Air bag legislationhad been defeated for implementation in1982 and PCA was encouraging the fightagainst such legislation and encouragingincreased use of seat belts as a better wayto save lives. On the fuel standards front,proposed numbers would essentiallymean the end of Porsche as we knew it –either doing away with it altogether or soemasculating it that it would no longerbe a “sports” car.February 2007There was a tech article on CD Ignitionfor the 914 – Another solution to the914 starting problems, a member profileon NCR Treasurer, Mitch Manseau andhis wife Joanne, another pencil rally andmore cartoons from E Zelz. There’s asmall world story with Joanne and I – wewere fellow classmates in Air Force OfficerTraining School at Lackland AFBin late 1969. The Treasury had a balanceof $93.99.The most interesting item was a shortnarration (Chapter 1) of how we came tobe. See page 44 in this issue for a reprintof this narration.20 Years AgoNo February 1987 issue.CONTINUED ON PAGE 3735 NorthlanderC

PRE-OWNED PORSCHE DEALERSHIPWE BRING PEACE OF MIND TO THEPURCHASE OF YOUR PRE-OWNED PORSCHE.Dan Jacobs and Phil Craccoannounce the January 1, 2007 opening of Weissach Autohaus,a pre-owned Porsche dealership in Oxford, Connecticut.Come visit our new, 4000-square-foot showroom (the former location of DanielJacobs’ Hairy Dog Grrrage now in larger facilities at Suite 7E). Inspect our entireinventory of beautiful pre-owned Porsches, or view it at weissachautohaus.com.WEISSACH AUTOHAUS PEACE OF MIND MEANS:❚ 40 years of Porsche service experience❚ Warranty standard with every sale❚ 96 - point inspection of every car❚ Porsche purchase you can trustWeissach Autohaus LLC, 115 Hurley Road, Suite 6AHurley Farms Industrial Park, Oxford, ConnecticutTOLL-FREE 877-WEISSACH (877-934-7722)www.weissachautohaus.comJOIN USMARCH 24thfor our GrandOpening Celebration!New Arrivals See our complete list of inventory at www.weissachautohaus.com2004 911 Turbo Cabriolet 2003 911 C2 Cabriolet 1979 911 TurboZanzibar Red/Savanna Grey/Grey Black/CorkGorgeous car Sport exhaust sounds great Over 500 hpNOW OPEN NOW OPEN NOW OPEN NOW OPEN36 Northlander February 2007

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3510 Years Ago (Volume 20, Number 1(February/March 1997)Not sure what happened to a Januaryissue, but this one is clearly labeledNumber 1.Officers are President: Fred Bruch,Vice President: Ellen Beck, Secretary:Scott Martineau, Treasurer: Steve Baker,Membership Chair: Bob Tucker, NewsletterEditor: Miriam Dunster and PastPresident: Judy Hendrickson. We alsonow had a growing list of Committees(Autocross, Technical, Safety/SeniorAdvisors, Driver’s Ed & Club Racingand Rally).The newsletter is an impressive 32pages and back to its 8.5 by 5.5 formatwith heavy stock cover and trimmed,clean appearance. Format is definitelycomputer created with a publishing layoutprogram. It boasts an impressive sixfeature stories, four stories on upcomingevents and seven regularly appearingcolumns. The Internet is definitely gainingground. Everyone has an email addresslisted and a list of PCA Region/Porsche related website addresses areoffered for perusal. The Treasury is upto a balance of $9481.81 with annualexpenses of just over $30,000. The articlesand columns are upbeat and it isobvious everyone is having a good time.Abe Anderson thanks everyone for receivingthe first Doug Hendrickson EnthusiastAward. There’s a pull out calendarfor the fridge outlining not only NCRevents (and there are many) but neighboringregion events and Zone 1 eventsas well. Based on info in some of thecolumns we are only in the second yearor so of putting on DE’s as we added asecond event – a 2-day event at NHISrun jointly with Metro NY. There arearticles on every aspect of PCA life, DE,Noted author Steve CarpenterClub Race, Rallies, Tech material, etc.Many articles aren’t necessarily aboutthings automotive, but just fun narrationsof events in people’s lives. It’s areminder that material for theNorthlander then and today need not bePorsche or even car related, just of humaninterest. It’s a way for us to get toknow one another better, to gain insightto one another.So, that said, put pen to paper orfingers to the keyboard as it were and letyour fingers ramble over some event orexperience that stands out more or lessin your memory. Share it with your fellowPorschefiles in North Country. Don’tworry about your spelling or grammar.We have people to fix all that. Be aparticipant, not a sideliner.February 200737 Northlander



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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11Above: A streetrod. That's a wild engine erupting out of the front of this streetrod. I don't know how the driver could see beyond all that chrome!Below: Variety is the spice of life even at car shows. There were several bikesdecked out like this Suzuki, with ample chrome and low profile tires.44 Northlander February 2007

Fiery Miitsubishi -Not sure what is mostimpressive about thisEclipse's backside: thetwo monitors in thetrunk, Satan scowling onthe bumper or thosestamped out tailpipeflames.The Dodge Viper "right out of the box" is still elegant in it subtlenessFebruary 200745 Northlander




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THE MARTThe Mart is a free service to NCR members and other PCA members (spacepermitting) for their personal property. Commercial Advertising in The Mart is ona space available basis for $10 per 10 line ad per issue. Submit ads tothe Editor.* Indicates number of times ad has appeared.2002 Saturn SL1**, blue, PS,PB,AT,AC, AM/FM/CD, only 13200 miles,$7250; to settle estate. Ed Broadhead, 559 County Road, New London, NH 03257603-526-65782000 Mercedes Benz* CLK430 convertible, 8-cyl auto (with manual mode), 51Kmiles, 4-seater, silver with ash leather interior, blk top, factory in-dash navigation,Premium Bose with 6-CD changer, heated seats, AMG Sport package (AMGwheels, exhaust and bumpers and lower body styling), contour seats with inflatablelumbar support. Second set of wheels included. Very well optioned. Selling toconcentrate more $$ on track car and travel to more DE’s this year !! $ 24,000/BOHudson, NH Paul Tallo (603) 594-9696 Days or email paultallo@yahoo.com2000 Boxster S* with 62,000 miles, Dark Blue with Tan leather, Tiptronic, 18inch Turbo rims, Turbo brakes (Red calibers), and new Pirelli P zeros. This car isabsolutely perfect! No scratches or dings. $26,000. Call 603-493-7911.https://post.craigslist.org/manage/246891193/fxqdiAUTO PARTS FOR SALE*Autopower Roll Bar for 911 Coupe 1965-94New—$339.95 plus Freight SELL $200.00Alloy Strut Brace SELL $100.00Weltmeister Camber Plate SELL $100.00Allan MacGillivary 603-673-2030 babymac1@comcast.net52 Northlander February 2007

BTWAfter our planning meeting in NovemberI was relating Miriam’s commentson insurance (from Zone 1 meeting) tomy colleague Martin from the BMWWhite Mountain Club. Below is Martin’sresponse. Big Brother is watching!David ChurcherThis has been an issue of debate for anumber of years in the BMW club too.Both insurance and factory warranty...Club racing: definitely not covered.On-track (non-timed) performance driversschools: usually (but not always)covered.On-track (timed) performance driversschools and time trials: sometimes (butrarely) covered.Autocross (timed): usually (but notalways) covered.Road rallies (not races) (timed (TSD) orun-timed (Touring)): virtually alwayscovered.BMW NA was in litigation a while backwith the E46 M3 and over-rev issues. Asfar as I recall, BMW lost and was coveringfailed engines.Insurance is another gray area monsteritself. It’s pretty much at the discretionof the individual insurance companies.To paraphrase the BMW club’s “official-unofficial”stand on insurance andwarrantee coverage relating to clubevents: It is the car owner’s responsibilityto “know before you go.” We tell allparticipants that they should confirmtheir coverage from their dealers andpersonal insurance agents before playing.The club is not liable for “issues”not covered by the manufacturer or insurancecompanies.btw- When I was active in auto-crossingin the late 90’s in Salem we actuallycaught (and kicked out) a few “spies”taking photos of license plates ofMitsubishi Eclipse and Eagle Talons atour events for use in potentialclaim denials.LET OUR EXPERIENCE HELP YOUMAINTENANCE – REPAIR9 NEWTON ROADPLAISTOW, NH 03865Mark Nadler (603) 382-3599February 200753 Northlander

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