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Departments 

Zone 5 Presidents ........................................1 

Drifting (President’s Column) .....................2 

Maverick of the Month ................................2 

List of Officers/Board Chairs ......................4 

Windscreen (Editor’s Column) ....................5 

Maverick Minutes ........................................8 

Cliff’s Ramblings .......................................19 

New Member Spotlight .............................23 

Tech Corner ...............................................28 

New Wheels ...............................................31 

Anniversaries .............................................31 

Unclassifieds ..............................................32 

Advertiser Index ........................................32 

Upcoming Events 

Calendar of Events.......................................1 

Haffaker-Hughes Hope House Christmas ..3 

Lunches ........................................................5 

Sunday Drive - Holiday Lights ..................... 5 

Board Meeting .............................................8 

All Member Party ......................................17 

Happy Hour at Bavarian Grill ............... 24 

Tech Session - Autobahn ...........................29 

Past Event Recaps 

Porsche Palooza 2010 ................................10 

From the Bunker ........................................11 

Race of Champions ....................................11 

Fall Season DE Complete ..........................12 

Happy Hour at Uncle Julio’s ......................24 

Racing with PCA at Mineral Wells ............26 

Miscellaneous 

Trivia Contest ..............................................7 

The Foundation of HOPE ............................9 

Membership Directory...............................31 

Volume 48 December 2010, Issue 12 

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December 

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 

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12 13 14 15 16 17 18 

19 20 21 22 23 24 25 

26 27 28 29 30 31 

Day December 

8 Board Meeting 

11 Founder’s Day ~Holiday Party 

12 Sunday Drive-Christmas 

Lights 

14 Lewisville Lunch 

16 Happy Hour - Bavarian Grill 

18 Huffaker-Hughes Hope House 

Christmas 

23 Southlake Lunch 

25 CHRISTMAS 

Day February 



17 Happy Hour - Fox Grill 


EC - Eagle’s Canyon, Slidell 

MW- Mineral Wells Airport, Mineral Wells 

MSR- Motor Sport Ranch, Cresson 

TMS- Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth 

Penn- Pennington Field Stadium, Bedford 

January 

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 

1 

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 

30 31 

Day January 

1 NEW YEARS 



15 Tech Session - Autobahn 

20 Happy Hour - Love & War 


29 All Member Party 

Day March 



17 Happy Hour - Abuelo’s 


Cover Photo 

By 

Richard Bradley 

Time for a 

Tech Session 

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ARK-LA-TEX 

Kenneth A. Chandler 

(318) 222-4400 

bad968@bellsouth.net 

CIMARRON 

John Shafer 

(918) 828-2802 

jlshafer@easytelmail.com 

COASTAL BEND 

Russell Adams 

(956) 592-3468 

radams@rgv.rr.com 

HILL COUNTRY 

Lenny Zwik 

lzwik@austin.rr.com 

2010 Porsche Club Zone 5 Presidents 

LONE STAR 

Lynn Friedman 

bromilia@hal-pc.org 

LONGHORN 

Jack Merrell 

(830) 303-3640 

president@longhornpca.org 

MARDI GRAS 

Richard Martin 

(504) 861-4175 

rmmjr@cox.net 

MAVERICK 

Mike Brodigan 

(817) 233-0068 

president@mavpca.org 

OZARK 

Chuck Weeks 

(501) 580-4347 

clwweks@mac.com 

WAR BONNET 

Louis Lackey 

louis.lackey@ 

anheuser-busch.com 

WHISKEY BAY 

Mike Hamza 

mhamza1@bellsouth.net 

ZONE 5 REP 

James Shoffit 

C - 972-786-6246 

james@shoffit.com 

December 1

Drifting 

Mike Brodigan, President 

Ok, the changes in my life over the 

next several months are going to 

take a bit of getting used to. I am 

really going to miss hearing “Hail to the 

Chief ” whenever I walk into a room. I 

have grown quite fond of some of my 

secret service agents (especially the one 

with the long hair and Bambi eyelashes 

[just kidding, Judy]). The political junkets were fun too, 

and the pay was quite generous. I do think Judy is getting 

kind of sick of referring to me as “Mr. President.” Lately 

she has been adding some pretty disturbing adjectives. After 

December, I will become just another John Q. Maverick. 

All good things must come to an end. 

I consider it a privilege to have served as the Region’s 

President for the last two years. The Region just keeps 

getting stronger and stronger because of the awesome 

people who put their time and effort into making this a 

fun organization. Another exciting thing about this club is 

the number of new faces we are seeing. Almost all of our 

leadership positions have changed in the last 2 years. New 

people spark new ideas. 

Slipstream, under Richard Bradley’s guidance continues 

to get better and better. Take a look at a 2008 issue, and 

compare it to today. Wow! Bigger, new features, 

great event ads, and COLOR! It takes a whole 

team of volunteers to keep this award winning 

newsletter going. We did some marvelous things 

with the Hope House, our Social Events, Sunday 

Drives and Happy Hours as well. Our driving 

events remain “second to none!” 

I want to thank everyone who made this an easy 

job for me. There are so many who have done so 

much in all our activities. With the new slate of 

officers I believe we will keep getting even better. 

Hey everyone, thanks for all you do, and I will 

see ya’ll next year. 

For being the Maverick of the Month, The Silver Fox in 

Grapevine is giving James dinner for two at their award 

winning steak house. 

James, thanks for all you do. 

Mike 

Mav of the Month 

Please congratulate James Shoffit. Our latest 

Mav of the Month. James is everywhere. Driving 

events, lunches, socials, and at many of our board 

meetings. James also is a tremendous help to us 

in his role as Zone 5 Representative. 

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President 

Mike Brodigan 

H-817-488-8520 

C-817-233-0068 

president@mavpca.org 

Mike enjoys the Maverick social events, 

is a Drivers Education instructor and 

does a little Club Racing as well. His first 

Porsche is a 1999 Boxster that he intends 

to own forever. He also has a track 

prepared 1989 944 Turbo S (Chouncey). 

POSITION CHAIRPERSON 

Milton, James 

AX Chair Tannia Dobbins 

TT Lewisville Chair Milton, Travis James Howard 

AX/TT Lewisville Registrar Michael 

Pelletier 

AX/TT Rules Charlie Davis 

AX/TT Safety Chuck McCoy 

AX/TT Schools Bryan Bell 

& Lisa Steele 

AX/TT Tech Insp Jeff Herrmann 

AX/TT Timing Darron Shaffer 

AX/TT Workers Mike Lockas 

Club Race Co-Chair Joel Nannis 

Club Race Co-Chair Bill Miller 

Club Race Ads/PR Lori Mauthe 

Club Race Registrar Wendy Shoffit 

Concours Jack Griffin 

DE Chair John Hamilton 

DE Chief Dvg Instr. John Sandusky 

DE Registrar Joel Nannis 

DE Safety Bob Benson 

Email List Modr. Bob Benson 

Goodie Store Pat Friend 

Happy Hours Chris 

& Mentors Christensen 

Monda Hanna 

& Mike Lockas 

Membership Joel Nannis 

Past President James Shoffit 

Public Relations Andrea Bell 

Rallies 

Carey Spreen 

Slipstream 

Advertising Pat Friend 

Editor Richard 

Bradley 

Event Ad Design Christy Payne 

Mailing & Tech. Andy Mears 

Printing Fran Ussery 

Staff Wendy Shoffit, Matt Platts, 

Andy Mears, Jan Mayo 

Tannia Dobbins 

Socials 

Sponsorship 

Sunday Drives 

Swap Meets 

Tech Sessions 

Trivia Chair 

Web Site 

Zone 5 Rep. 

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Christy Payne 

Keith Olcha 

Clint Blackman 

Robyn Howard 

Ed Mullenix 

Jerry DeFeo 

Denny Payne 

James Shoffit 

Vice President 

Bryan Bell 

C-214-789-6895 

vp@mavpca.org 

Bryan bought a 1999 996 and joined 

PCA in 2003 after longing for a 911 his 

whole life. Then fell in love with driving 

one! He is active in Drivers Education, 

Autocross and Time Trial. Bryan 

works at Digital Print, Inc. located at 

Motorsport Ranch in Cresson. 

Andrea Bell 

H-817-270-4132 

pr@mavpca.org 

Bryan Bell 

C-214-789-6895 

drivingschools@mavpca.org 

Bob Benson 

H-817-457-8833 

bbenson1@airmail.net 

Clint Blackman 

W-214-696-8000 

tours@mavpca.org 

Richard Bradley 

C-214-763-5338 

editor@mavpca.org 

Frank Briggs 

concours@mavpca.org 

Chris Christensen 

817-917-6725 

hh@mavpca.org 

Jerry DeFeo 

972-240-5800 

trivia@mavpca.org 

Tannia Dobbins 

C-254-338-9392 

ax@mavpca.org 

tannia.dobbins@gmail.com 

Mark Gluck 

C-817-706-9061 

mark@markgluck.com 

Jack Griffin 

concours@mavpca.org 

Secretary 

Lisa Steele 

H-214-709-6418 

secretary@mavpca.org 

Lisa has been a member of Maverick 

Region since 1995 and has had several 

Porsches currently driving a 1999 red 

911. She is active in Drivers Education, 

Autocross and Time Trial. For the past 

year Lisa’s 911 wore number 11 identifying 

her as the Ladies Top Driver of 2007. 

John Hamilton 

C-817-907-7823 

de@mavpca.org 

Monda Hanna 

W-972-450-3835 

monda.hanna@opco.com 

Jeff Herrmann 

C-254-338-1758 

Rider81@embarqmail.com 

Carl.G.Herrmann@us.army.mil 

Robyn Howard 

C-214-991-0873 

ax@mavpca.org 

red86944@yahoo.com 

Travis Howard 

C-214-616-6152 

tt@mavpca.org 

thoward914@yahoo.com 

Mike Lockas 

W-972-540-0245 

mikeldean@earthlink.net 

Pat Friend 

C-214-616-2477 

ads@mavpca.org 

goodiestore@mavpca.org 

Chuck McCoy 

H-972-956-0776 

Andy Mears 

H-214-394-5857 

andy@mavpca.org 

Bill Miller 

W-972-830-2676 

cr@mavpca.org 

Ed Mullenix 

C-972-231-5356 

techcorner@mavpca.org 

Please help us to keep growing! 

Treasurer 

Jim Falgout 

W-972-669-2370 

C-972-345-3009 

treasurer@mavpca.org 

Jim just joined Maverick Region in 

August, 2008. He drives a 1992 968 

cab and has recently enjoyed several 

social events. Jim is looking forward to 

participating in all the driving events. 

Joel Nannis 

H-972-722-2735 

membership@mavpca.org 

Keith Olcha 

W-817-706-7678 

H-817-251-6865 

keith.olcha@verizon.net 

Christy Payne 

H-817-909-0966 

social@mavpca.org 

Denny Payne 

webmaster@mavpca.org 

Matt Platts 

C-817-919-1253 

W-817-440-2090 

Matt@Platts.net 

John Sandusky 

W-817-777-0421 

john.c.sandusky@lmco.com 

Darron Shaffer 

H-972-390-9709 

C-972-898-3002 

darron.shaffer@gmail.com 

Wendy Shoffit 

H- 972-506-7449 

C- 972-977-9821 

crreg@mavpca.org 

James Shoffit 

C-972-786-6246 

James@shoffit.com 

http://zone5.pca.org 

Carey Spreen 

C-817-422-3480 

rally@mavpca.org 

Fran Ussery 

W-972-438-8344 

H-817-481-8342 

fran@usseryprinting.com

Windscreen 

Richard Bradley, Managing Editor 

I 

can’t forget the excitement I was 

feeling when we finished up last 

month’s Board Meeting. We had tons 

of attendees, lots of new faces and lots 

of enthusiasm around the table. If you 

ever want to be a part of something fun, 

as well as encouraging that involves an 

automobile that Dr. F. Porsche designed, 

this is it! Come be a part of your club by joining our core 

group at the Board meetings. You will find somewhere to 

plug in, and if you don’t, we can find something for you to 

do. 

As I finish off my 24th issue, I can still remember when 

Jan passed the baton to me as I thought to myself, “I don’t 

know what to do!” Now Jan’s in Colorado bracing for a cold 

winter and I’m still havin’ fun. This club is full of wonderful 

people that will become wonderful friends if you plug in. 

So I encourage every one of you to take a step of faith 

and become more than you are by yourself. Thank you to 

every one that has given me the encouragement I needed 

at the time I needed it, to do something I can for the ones 

that can’t. 

Here’s to a wonderful Holiday season... 


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OctOber trivia 

It’s Easy to Play: 

Play here for Fun and Education and find the 

Answers below 

OR 

Play for Prizes on the Web at http://mavpca.org 

with the 

Answers and Winners to be posted at the end of 

the Month 

Thanks to Jerry DeFeo for putting this and the 

Web Trivia together! 

Congratulations to our October Web Winner 

Mark Hanna 

getting 4 of 5 correct. 

Carey will receive a $25 Gift Certificate to 

Zims Autotechnik 

1. Porsche has announced a new version of the historic 911. It 

is called a Carrera GTS and while it still has a 3.8L engine; 

it packs _______ HP compared to the Carrera S’s stock 385 

HP. 

a. 396 HP b. 404 HP c. 408 HP d. 414 HP 

Autoweek online 9-15-10 

2. In 1982 Porsche came out with the 944. It was in production 

for a number of years. What was the last year of the 944’s? 

a. 1989 b. 1990 c. 1991 d. 1992 

3. In what year did the Porsche 944 get a major upgrade; so 

major in fact some call it a half-year model? 

a. 1983 b. 1984 c. 1985 d. 1986 

Wikipedia.org/wiki/Porsche_944 

4. In what year did the Porsche 944 get ABS and Air-bags? 

a. 1983 b. 1985 c. 1987 d. 1989 

Wikipedia.org/wiki/Porsche_944 

5. His name is Mark Porsche and he is 32 years old. Which of 

the following is NOT true? 

a. Mother is Gidi b. Father is Ferdinand c. First member of 

the Porsche Family to have his name on a Porsche Race Car 

d. Came in 3rd in his very first race e. He is from Austria 

Excellence Aug, 2010, pg 87 

Answers: 1) c 2) c 3) c 4) c 5) d 


Maverick Minutes 

Lisa Steele, Secretary 

As the Thanksgiving Holiday 

approaches, this Secretary is very 

thankful that our Board Meetings 

are starting and finishing in such a timely 

manner. We began the November meeting 

promptly at 7:00 PM. Bryan Bell was 

running this meeting and he was eager to 

“get it started.” Bryan assured the group 

that all insurance is covered. He also had information from 

Andy Mears about Slipstream. Apparently, the mail service 

agency has raised their prices from our current price of 

$150/month to $500/month. Andy did some research and 

found another company that will do the job for $280/month. 

Jim Falgout reports with a smile on his face that “we have 

money.” Well…until that hospitality chick buys the pizza 

and beer for the next DE. 

Pat Friend introduced his friend, Paul Jason, to the group. 

Paul was just sitting in on this meeting, but it won’t be 

long until we convince him that he needs to volunteer for 

something. Pat was also happy to announce that he delivered 

his first order of 30 name tags to Chris Christensen for his 

Happy Hour folks. Can I hear a Woot Woot? Keep those 

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orders coming in! Pat reported that as of November 15th the 

on-line Goodie Store may have a slightly different look to 

it the next time you go on there to order something because 

there has been a change in management. It should still offer 

everything Porsche that your heart desires. 

Richard Bradley introduced his friends, Larry and Donnetta 

Ramsey. Donnetta has agreed to help with Slipstream Ads 

so Richard and Christy Payne (who currently does all of the 

ads) can have a little relief. Both Richard and Christy are 

doing the Happy Dance! Can’t wait to see your awesome 

work, Donnetta! 

Michael Pelletier would like for Donnetta to make a special 

ad for him that says “WANTED: Registrar for AX/TT.” If 

anyone is interested in this job, please contact Michael. 

Christy Payne reminded the group to sign up for the AX/ 

TT End of Season Celebration and Awards Dinner. She also 

announced that registration for Founder’s Day will be up on 

the website soon. Did we mention that it is at the Gaylord 

Texan?!! Anyone who is anyone, will be there so sign up 

early!! I have it from an inside source that the dress code is 

a nice dress shirt and jeans for the gentlemen and a beautiful 

blouse or your best Christmas sweater with a pair of jeans 

for the ladies. I already have my outfit picked out…do you? 

Robyn Howard was present, but had nothing to report. 

Travis Howard had a tear or two running down his face 

as he announced that the AX/TT season is over. Travis was 

excited to report that he tried a new TT course at the last 

event and there were mixed reviews…keep those new ideas 

coming! He also announced that the Mineral Wells dates 

for next year are all set. Tannia Dobbins is working on the 

AX dates. 

Wendy Shoffit was present, but had nothing to report. 

Carey Spreen attended several SCCA Rallies this year 

and he made the comment that “they make you stop and 

think too much.” 

Madhu Rao was present, but had nothing to report but he is 

anxiously awaiting the January Board Meeting when he gets 

to put his awesome secretarial skills to work. I personally 

cannot wait to read your Maverick Minutes, Madhu! 

Clint Blackman announced that the next Sunday Drive is 

a Turkey Chase in East Texas. Clint also announced that he 

will be stepping down as the Sunday Drive Chair. It will 

be hard to fill your shoes Clint…Thank you for all that you 

have brought to the ever growing Sunday Drive Group! 

Clint introduced John Harvey as the new Sunday Drive 

Chairman. Welcome, John!! 

Ed Mullenix announced that there will be a Tech Session 

at Autobahn on January 15th.

Jack Griffin is planning a Concours/Prep for the near 

future…stay tuned for specific dates! 

John Hamilton reported that the October DE sold out! 

Can I get another Woot Woot? He also announced that the 

November DE is looking good. Of course it is John because 

we have absolutely the BEST Instructors, Corner Workers, 

and Staff at our DE’s. Come join our FUN!! 

Meeting adjourned at 7:23pm…yes, you heard me right.. 

the meeting lasted a total of 23 minutes! Now that calls for 

a triple Woot Woot!!! 

Save the flash! 

Owning a Porsche is 

a unique experience. 

Do your part to preserve 

the experience... 

keep the flash alive! 

The Foundation of HOPE 

By Linda Bambina 

They say a picture is worth a thousand words; this time 

it also speaks of at least a thousand hours. Maverick 

Region began a 

massive project for their 

beloved charity, The Huffaker- 

Hughes Hope House. The 

basic idea was to turn a small, 

drainage challenged backyard 

into a beautiful, playgroundsafe 

place for children to 

have fun, and a place where 

their mothers can be at ease 

and take care of healing 

themselves while building a 

new life free from domestic 

violence. Making that happen 

took a little over seven months 

with both volunteer and 

professional service. At a 

celebration party in June, coleaders 

Linda Bambina and 

Clara Lewis were surprised 

with an engraved boulder that 

said it all: “The foundation for HOPE is built one rock at a 

time.” Of course, getting that 350 lb. baby out to the newly 

landscaped flowerbeds 

took another four 

months to complete! 

But............ 

COMPLETE it is! 


PCA Palooza 2010 

By Chris Christensen 

This was the sixth year for PCA 

Palooza. It is a gathering of Porsche 

enthusiasts sponsored by PCA that 

includes: an arrival mixer, spirited and 

scenic drives, a Concours, a Saturday night 

dinner, and an Autocross on Sunday. It is 

over a weekend that gives those that work 

a chance to partake in the activities and the 

splendor of Eureka Springs. It is truly a beautiful area of the 

country, the fall colors were waning but enough left to even 

surprise a New Englander. 

We left at 8:00 AM sharp on Friday morning 

from the Sanger area where we met three other 

cars to join in a Caravan. The drive was a bit 

wet along I-40 as we hit numerous rain showers 

along the way. But as we got closer to Eureka 

Springs the weather started to clear a bit. The 

drive was very scenic if not spectacular in 

spots…passing through the Boston Mountains 

was a highlight. Beautiful countryside and 

autumn colors in the trees made the drive very 

worthwhile. We logged over 400 miles from 

Southlake to Sanger and on to Eureka Springs. 

Checking in to the hotel and then into the PCA Palooza event 

was painless. The folks running Palooza have it figured out… 

we felt very welcome. Everyone was smiling…guess it had 

to do with the fact in part that they had just gotten out of their 

Porsches. I am learning that driving Porsches or just looking at 

them can make everyone really happy. 

We counted about 13 Mavericks in attendance. Not a bad 

crowd considering the distance to get there. There were probably 

about 200 Porsches in attendance. I might add that there were 

some spectacular cars that 

made the trip –including a 

handful of beautiful 356’s 

and one bright yellow 

Carrera GT and everything 

in between. 

Friday evening we were 

treated to a buffet mixer 

hosted by the Palooza folks. 

The food was plentiful with 

more than enough to feed a small army. There were a few 

purchases that could be made, such as tee shirts, golf shirts, and 

other Porsche accessories. We did make a small purchase and 

then restrained ourselves. 

After a good night’s rest, we had breakfast in town at a very 

quaint restaurant. For those of you who have never been to 

Photos by Chris Christensen 

Eureka Springs it is a very scenic town and of course a bit 

touristy. The streets are very narrow and in spots quite hilly. It 

makes for some interesting driving, especially when meeting an 

oversize vehicle head-on. 

Our group had signed up for the scenic tour on Saturday 

morning. It was not a long tour but again very scenic and 

interesting. From a one-way wood 

covered bridge to an almost all glass nondenominational 

church located in a very 

remote section – in a heavily wooded 

area. You can see from the photograph, 

it really was a beautiful location and the 

church was very cleverly constructed. 

We heard the folks that took the spirited 

tour really enjoyed themselves, if you 

know what we mean. 

Late morning we went on our own little tour of 

the town. Visiting some old hotels and the like, 

returning to wash the grime off of our cars for 

the Public Choice Concours. Hot water in an ice 

bucket and a towel…works wonders but not quite 

the best. It was a bit chilly – in the high 30’s in 

the morning. We lined our cars up in the People’s 

Choice Concours. So after about three hours the Concours was 

complete – with hopes of winning at least something. 

We retired to our rooms to get ready for dinner and the 

Concours awards…we didn’t win. Matter of fact no Maverick 

won. Jack Griffin had a spectacular ’85 Carrera in the show 

along with Frank Briggs and Doug Koeppen with their 993’s 

and Mike with his very nice and clean 928. We were all a little 

disappointed but not shocked. In addition this writer discovered 

that even a 2010 C2 Cab is not good enough to bring home the 

bacon. Such is the life in a Concours…there were great cars to 

compete against, so we shouldn’t grumble too much and just 

be happy we were there to enjoy it all. Dinner and drinks and a 

keynote presentation from Vic Elford – Born in London, Elford 

was one of the fastest drivers in the sixties and seventies….he 

was well known in the Porsche circuits at the time and known 

as quick Vic. His stories were entertaining and informative. 

Sunday brought out the Autocross…with James and Wendy 

Shofit assisting. It was a relatively short course, cars had 

difficulty reducing speed…probably 20 mph could be reached at 

maximum. We watched for a while but had plans to return home 

through Hot Springs, so we did not stay for the conclusion… 

All in all it was a fun trip with good friends and a beautiful 

setting. We are looking forward to next year and highly 

recommend a trip through the Ozark twisty roads to Eureka 

Springs…your Porsche will love it. 

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From the Bunker… 

By Howard Kimbrough 

Greetings fellow Maverick Region members. 

The 2010 Maverick Region track season has 

concluded with six high performance Driver 

Education events and a thrilling Club Race. 

Not that long ago in North Texas, if you wanted to 

track your car it meant a trip to College Station or the 

Tulsa area of Oklahoma. 

Fortunately, a few people with parcels of land and a 

vision have grown the ribbons of asphalt in our area, 

from one point seven miles of track surface to over seven 

miles at the three nearby venues. 

What has not grown significantly are the numbers of 

workers needed to perform the duties required at each of 

the corner stations. More specifically, there has not been 

an increase of younger people (18 to 25 year olds) to the 

ranks of the sport. 

Race of Champions 

By Porsche North America 

Stuttgart/Atlanta on November 16 -- The Porsche 

911 GT3 Cup is the most-produced race car in 

history. To date, over 2,000 vehicles have been 

delivered to customers around the world. And now, 

the 450 hp GT racer from Weissach belongs to the 

official competition cars at the Race of Champions, 

where a number 

of the world’s 

most talented and 

famous racing 

celebrities from 

the most diverse 

disciplines 

come together 

in Dusseldorf, 

Germany on 

November 27 and 

28. 

Joining the 

ranks of the 

world class starter 

field is Porsche 

pilot Jeroen 

Bleekemolen. The 

29-year-old driver 

from the Netherlands won the GTC class of the American 

Le Mans Series with Tim Pappas this season at the wheel 

of a 911 GT3 Cup and knows the car from many years 

For the last half century, it has been the Sports Car Club of 

America that has trained and developed the majority of ontrack 

officials for use at SCCA club races, and many of the 

professional road race events held around the country. PCA 

relies on the practices and procedures of SCCA workers at 

it’-s on-track events too. 

There is always room for people who are eager, and willing 

to learn the methods of track flagging & communication. 

People who have the ability to concentrate on the task at 

hand, who have the heart of a first responder, and people who 

want to see the PCA track experience from a completely 

different perspective are encouraged to join. 

Feel free to contact me, Howard Kimbrough (404qcd@ 

sbcglobal.net or Bob Benson (detech@mavpca.org ) if 

you’d like to join the fun at the next PCA track event. 

of racing. In 2008 and 2009 he won the Porsche Mobil1 

Supercup, the fastest international brand trophy series. In 

2008 he earned a victory in the LMP2 class at the Le Mans 

24 Hours with a Porsche RS Spyder. 

In Dusseldorf, Bleekemolen will be up against the likes of 

Formula 1 pilots Michael Schumacher and Sebastian Vettel 

as well as World Rally 

Champion Sébastien 

Loeb and World 

Touring Car Champion 

Andy Priaulx. 

“I’m proud to be 

part of the Race 

of Champions for 

the first time,” 

says Bleekemolen. 

“Obviously, I’m 

hoping to contest as 

many heats as possible 

with the Porsche 911 

GT3 Cup - not one 

of the participating 

drivers knows the car 

like I do.” 

continued on page 12 


Race of Champions continued 

The Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, based on the road-legal 911 

GT3 RS sports car, is powered by a 3.8-liter, six-cylinder 

boxer engine delivering 450 hp. The spectacular-sounding 

race exhaust system features a fully controlled catalytic 

converter. The rear-engine concept and the wide track give 

the racing 911 excellent traction and razor-sharp handling. 

Pilots operate the sequential six-speed gearbox manually. 

Power from the high-revving engine (max. 8,500 rpm) 

is distributed to the wide rear wheels via a mechanical 

differential. 

“I’m very pleased that the racing elite from all over the 

globe will be seen driving the world’s most produced race 

car, the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup,” says Hartmut Kristen, head 

of Motorsport at Porsche. “I’m sure that fans and drivers 

alike will have just as much pleasure in the spectacular 

sound and the superb handling of this vehicle.” 

This marks the return of the Race of Champions to 

Germany since its first meet here in 1989. The event will be 

broadcast by the German national TV, ZDF. “Aktuelle 

Sportstudio” provides coverage on Saturday, with 

“Sportreportage” broadcasting the spectacular action from 

Dusseldorf’s Esprit Arena on Sunday. Get more information 

and follow the action on the event’s official site www. 

raceofchampions.com. 

Fall Season DE Complete 

By Carrie Carrera 

There were two remaining fall Driver Education 

events for 2010. What? You didn’t hear about the 

one in October? Well, that is because all of the 

fast loud guys were up at the Club Race in Hallett. So we 

didn’t have quite the roar of horsepower that is typical at 

one of our events. Nonetheless, there was an abundance of 

horsepower with several GT3s, GT2s, Carreras and a flock 

of Caymans and Boxsters. We ran the Motorsport Ranch 1.7 

configuration going clockwise, for a change of pace. With 

a balance of cars in each group we had a fun full event. 

Our remaining instructor team was joined by several of our 

reserves and guests from other clubs so that we were able 

to provide instruction to all. Parade laps at lunch was very 

well attended, with donations going to the Komen Race for a 

Cure, in support of instructor Lori Mauthe’s Team Walking 

On, which is participating in the 3-Day 60 mile walk in San 

Diego in November. 

Our season finale was at Eagles Canyon Raceway in mid- 

November. With a full team of instructors, including the 

loud guys, we finished our year with another great event. 

The “regulars” were back – Joel Nannis at Black Flag, 

John Sandusky as chief driving instructor, Team Leads 

and Advanced Instructors with their Club Racing Porsches, 

and our new regular Travis as our Grid Marshall. Travis got 

his exercise running up and down the grid, around the new 

tech building, to manage the exit onto the track for each run 

group and did a fine masterful job in his 2nd event with us. 

We sure hope he is back next year. 

Lisa Steele and Andrea Bell discovered a new caterer from 

Cresson who provided our lunches at MSR, and the food 

was so wonderful, that they invited them back to ECR. They 

bring a whole new meaning to the concept of “track food” – 

wow was it tasty and enjoyed by all. Lisa and Andrea worked 

all weekend to keep of us well hydrated and fed with coffee 

and treats in the morning, cold drinks all day, and of course 

the fine lunch and pizza for dinner Saturday. The instructors 

GREATLY APPRECIATE their blue buckets of snacks at 

the grid stations. 

Due to the fine work of our instructors and excellent 

students, there were many promotions and solo stickers 

presented. We were a bit chilly in the wind, yet thankful 

that there wasn’t any rain all weekend. A special shout out 

to Bob Benson and his team of corner workers that kept us 

running smooth and safe all day. Without them we couldn’t 

begin to have this much fun. 

The spring schedule is published for 2011 starting in 

March at Eagles Canyon, and April at MSR, and then back 

at Eagles Canyon for Memorial Day. Watch for email alerts 

and check out Slipstream and the website for more details. 

Happy Holidays to all and big thank you for all who 

participated in the 2010 Driver Education Season. 

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Cliff’s Ramblings: Hallett Club Race 

By Cliff Blackshear 

I 

love the Hallett track. It is a driver’s 

track. I have not met a driver/racer that 

does not like this road course. Plus the 

atmosphere is awesome. Beautiful setting 

with rolling hills, wooded surroundings, 

and a wonderful family that built and 

runs it to this day. Food at the Finish Line 

Café is not bad at all, especially breakfast. 

I’ve been to that track many, many times. Started out going 

there to support a friend racing in the Hallett “COMMA”, 

(Competition Motorsport Association) series. He was 

racing an Alfa in the GT3 class in the 90’s. Took the GT3 

championship in 1998. My friend gave me the plaque after 

it was presented to him that year. I have it on the wall in 

my room to this day. It was a special time for us. We grew 

up together and remain tight even today... He is responsible 

for my being a Porsche technician. His dad bought a 1957 

356 new back in the day. Turned it over to his son when he 

was old enough to drive and grilled him with proper driving 

techniques. I was right there and drove that 356 many times, 

full on, tail hanging out steering crossed up, throttle pinned 

to the floor. 

So in the middle of October, I was off to Hallett, once 

again this time to witness a PCA club race, with the goal 

of helping anyone I could to overcome any difficulties with 

their machines. Gladwill went and paddocked up with six 

other competitors. They rented three nice rigs to stay in 

for the weekend in the paddock and had them set up as a 

compound and parked their cars right there. Nice set up for 

the drivers. Get some sleep, wake up, have some food and 

a little coffee (motion lotion I call it), step out the door and 

there is the race car. 

I stayed off track nearby and came in each day in stealth 

mode. Wanted to look in from the outside and observe. Then 

help when I could when 

someone was 

in need. Sent 

out an email 

on Maverick 

site letting 

folks know I 

would be there 

and help in any 

way I could 

if they had a 

problem that wa s 

inside my realm of knowledge. My expertise is really road 

going Porsches, so my ability to help is limited to mechanical 

issues. Track settings, handling problems, etc. are not things 

I have a lot of experience with. Come to me and tell me 

the car feels loose and I’m lost. So many variables. Tires 

Photos by Cliff Blackshear 

(condition, heat cycles, pressures), sway bar settings, spring 

rates, shock settings, alignment, etc. all vary from track to 

track. 

Friday one of the guys 

in the compound, Mike 

Redenbaugh, had an off 

exiting turn 10 on an 

early lap. Slicks were 

still a little cold when 

he got on throttle at exit 

and the car came around. 

He ended up hitting the 

tire wall with 

both front and 

rear of car. His 

GT4R 993 was 

not happy with 

the resulting 

Taking a well deserved nap! damage. I 

looked it over 

from the bottom and tried to push the body parts back 

out to make it drivable. Was not totally successful in my 

efforts. Fortunately Steve Watkins was there. His body shop 

expertise really paid off. He made the car right. The rest of 

Mike’s weekend went well. 

Saturday I got up and was kinda lazy. Hit the track a 

little after 8:30. Went to “Finish Line Café” and had some 

pancakes, bacon, milk and coffee. Felt 

good; morning air was crisp and cool, 

sky clear, good day I’m thinking. 

Drive over to compound, barely out 

of car and Gladwill says “Can you 

help Edwin? He had an off that 

resulted in some front damage to his 

car this morning and his Sp Box has 

a broken radiator!” Absolutely, I’m 

thinking and reply. So off I go up the 

hill to check it out. Brian Amond 

comes along and I see that he is 

most concerned for Edwin’s situation. 

Turns out Edwin had what started out with a simple 

off, then he encountered a small ditch that sent his car 

somewhere near 4 feet in the air. Nose comes down first 

and front of car is not pretty. Oh my! Most air management 

components under front of car are either destroyed or 


completely missing. Right radiator is broken and mountings 

are bent. So, while I am pulling off entire front nose and 

assessing damage, Brian takes some time to just look at the 

car from every angle. He comes up with many observations 

that were most helpful. Ultimately we got Edwin back out 

there. He missed qualifying and had to start from the back 

of the field. In sprint race three on Sunday he finished 8th in 

SPBOX class. Nice… That felt good… 

Some great racing went on that weekend. Spec Boxster 

class was amazing. John Gladwill and Steve Watkins 

dueled for 1st and 2nd all weekend. Michael Hsu and Bryan 

Henderson went after one another in the same class and 

some great driving was witnessed. Thomas Jones came into 

his own and showed some amazing skills. Billy Stevens 

wanted to get past Glen Gatlin all weekend, but Glen was 

having none of it. The HP of a GTA2 was just too much for 

a GTC4 car. Billy really drove well. Cup cars are awesome 

to watch. 

If you have not been to Hallett it is a wonderful venue. 

The turn out this year was huge. 90 plus cars and perfect 

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The SP Box class shows (and I have a time sheet in front 

of me for Sprint Race 1) 20 cars in the first sprint race. My 

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Happy Hour at Uncle Julio’s 

Chris Christensen, Happy Hour Chair 

We had a very good turnout at 

this month’s Happy Hour with 

over thirty-five enthusiastic 

Mavericks 

joining in 

the fun. Two 

long tables 

increased to 

three long tables that normally 

seat about 15 or so at a table…. 

a good crowd and it seemed 

everyone enjoyed the food and 

camaraderie. We even had a 

couple drop in who now live 

in Germany, Alan and Verena 

Lage. 

About a month or so ago I 

spoke with Jack Griffin asking 

him if he would be interested 

in speaking at an upcoming 

Happy Hour about his racing 

history. Jack agreed, being the 

great guy that he is. 

Many of the Mavericks came to hear Jack talk about his 

experiences at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Some of us knew 

Jack had driven in this race, not once, but twice with a third 

attempt that was foreshortened. Jack had also driven in the 

12 Hours of Sebring, as well as others. This writer has always 

thought the Le Mans race is “une course extraordinaire.” 

Photos by Chris Christensen 

Jack’s talk was informative and fun to hear…along with 

mementos…and a tennis trophy?!! Wow, it was good he 

came home healthy and with some bragging rights. But in 

reality, anyone 

who has driven 

in the “24 hours 

of Le Mans” has 

bragging rights 

for a lifetime 

from our point 

of view. We 

thank you Jack 

for a great 

presentation and 

a job well done. 

It never ceases 

to amaze us how 

many Mavericks 

own more than 

Jack Griffin, with one of his many Porsches...a 1985 

Carrera, with original paint...it is gorgeous! 

one Porsche… 

what a testament 

to the marque! 

Derek Stutsman and his wife Susan enjoying a night out! 

Anyone attempting it was certain to prove himself on earth 

(hopefully not heaven - at least not immediately) as a great 

racecar driver. 

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And of course they were all lined 

up outside Uncle Julio’s, even 

impressing the young manager 

of the restaurant who had to go 

out and take a peek. It really 

doesn’t matter the year or model 

of the car you own, it is still 

a Porsche. We run into many 

people who will say ”you know 

I should never have sold that 356 

that I owned many years ago.” 

And many of us still own their 

original Porsches, it is hard to 

let go of such a wonderful sports 

car! 

Kimberly Rote and Wade Andres. 

At this month’s HH, we will be 

ordering free nametags for all those who signed-up to receive 

one. We hope to have them completed by the November HH 

- or if we run late by December’s. If you missed out we will 

have additional forms available at next month’s HH. 

Next month Happy Hour will return to and close out the 

year at the Bavarian Grill on December 16th…a fun German 

cuisine with a beer garden atmosphere. 

See you all there. 


Racing with PCA at Mineral Wells 

By Garrett Dexter 

Garrett Dexter contemplates the 

day ahead 

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Since my brother Josh 

started racing with the 

Porsche Club back in 

March of 2010, he expressed 

to me that I needed to come out 

and race because, in his words, 

“that’s the most fun I’ve had in a 

car with my pants on.” So once 

he told me that after his first 

time out, I knew I needed to 

make it out for a race weekend. 

We planned a short trip for the 

weekend of October 2nd and 

3rd; I had no clue what I was getting myself into. 

We made it out to Mineral Wells airport early Saturday 

morning and all I saw was a large patch of asphalt, cones 

and race ready cars. I’ve got to admit I was really nervous 

when we pulled up and walked around, but the butterflies 

soon settled with the generous greetings from all the other 

participants and instructors. Josh and I hoped we would be 

getting into a Porsche, but found ourselves in his Nissan 

350Z driving around the Time Trial course at 50% speed. 

In the car he pointed out the breaking points, apexes and 

speeds he was going to try to achieve throughout the day. 

I was a little unsure on how I was going to do, but I then 

drove the track at half speed with Jeff and he instructed me 

more on what I needed to do throughout the track and slowly 

everything fell into place when we picked up the speed. 

My first few laps with Jeff were far from smooth, but the 

guidance he gave me stuck in my mind, and by the time I 

rode with an instructor named Gabby everything fell into 

place. I then started running faster more smooth times and 

by the end of the day 

I was only 2 seconds 

off of my brother’s 

time. Not too bad for 

my first time racing. I 

told Josh that day that 

I had done things to 

a car I’ve never done 

before, it was great! 

It’s something else 

when you’re able to 

run a car to the edge 

of its breaking point 

and it still goes; I’ve 

got to give the Z 

credit there. 

OUCH!! I am not sure what was hurt 

worse ... 

At the day’s end we 

stayed and picked up 

Photos by Charlie Davis 

the Time Trial course and then set up the Autocross course 

for Sunday, and thanks Tannia and Robyn for showing me 

how to drive a box truck like a race car!!! The Autocross day 

opened at sun rise with a nice cool breeze, and I was feeling 

pretty good about myself. We had to walk the course and 

determine our lines as if we were in the driver’s seat. I was 

in the first group with Josh and rode the course with him 

to find some more lines throughout the track. After each 

run we talked about different things we could do to make 

the next run faster, such as making this corner wider and 

turning into the gate between the box and turning into the 

witches’ corner. 

Time Trial #7 Results 

Garrett getting to know pylons ... up close and personal. 

Name Date Class 

Chuck McCoy 76.015 3 

Mike Lockas 73.234 4 

Robyn Howard 84.350 4 

Carey Spreen 76.384 5 

Joel Nannis 79.447 5 

Michael Pelletier 71.447 6 

GaryRay Kelley 73.308 6 

Jeff Herrmann 73.368 7 

James Shoffit 70.916 8 

Wendy Shoffit 74.348 8 

Bryan Bell 68.610 9 

Richard Diller 80.190 9 

It came time for my 6 runs and Michael jumped into the 

car to instruct me and his expression of gas, gas, gas, brake, 

brake, brake helped me figure out how to run through the

Racing with PCA ... (continued) 

Chuck McCoy ponders how he can 

get another second out of the course 

so he can catch Brian Petri. 

course as fast as possible. 

And at one point around 

the big circle, I responded 

to his gas, gas, gas with 

too much gas and spun the 

car out in nothing less of 

excitement and adrenaline. 

I turned to Michael with a 

grin from ear to ear, because 

the safety was impeccable 

and I knew I couldn’t hurt 

or injure anything or anyone 

out there. After that spin out 

I knew the car and began 

to run faster more efficient 

times. By the day’s end 

for Autocross I was only 4 

hundredths of second off of my brother, and I’m glad I didn’t 

beat him cause Jeff even told me that you’re not supposed to 

beat the car owner’s time. So I abided by that standard, but 

next time bro, I’m going to kick your butt, or if the old man 

comes out he’ll probably end up putting us both to shame. 

In all this was the best weekend I’ve had in a long time 

and I look forward to doing it again. Hopefully soon I can 

call it a hobby. So thanks, bro. I love you and a special 

thanks to Jeff, Tannia, Robyn, Gabby, Michael, Travis, 

Charlie, everyone else and the Porsche Club of America. It’s 

great to see your love and compassion for cars and racing 

expressed on the track. Thanks again for everything; I will 

hopefully see you all next year. 

Autocross #8 Results 

Name Date Class 

Brian Petri 79.232 3 

Chuck McCoy 80.589 3 

Mike Lockas 79.766 4 

Thomas Spitzer 80.700 4 

Robyn Howard 83.398 4 

Tannia Dobbins 84.799 4 

Carey Spreen 77.354 5 

Joel Nannis 79.558 5 

Avery Murphy 81.205 5 

GaryRay Kelley 74.601 6 

Michael Pelletier 75.399 6 

Jeff Herrmann 78.384 7 

Ray Nannis 80.499 7 

Chris Harsdorff 81.133 7 

James Shoffit 73.630 8 

Wendy Shoffit 76.516 8 

Bryan Bell 73.892 9 

Richard Diller 81.464 9 

Travis Howard 85.284 2X 

Garrett and Josh’s results (from TT#6): 

Joshua Dexter 

Garrett Dexter 

73.810 7X 

75.657 7X 

Joel Nannis giving it all she’s got. 


Tech Corner 

Ed Mullenix, Tech Chair 

Last month’s topic was electrical 

system maintenance. I will 

expand on that subject briefly and 

then touch on the subject of storing your 

Porsche for an extended period. 

I have seen several articles on the various 

threads about battery tenders (low current 

battery chargers) and cut-off switches. If 

you drive your Porsche every day or at least several times 

during the month, you probably don’t need to worry about 

it starting as long as the battery and charging system are 

in good condition (re: last month’s column). If you have a 

special car that only gets exercised occasionally 

and only during nice weather, you might 

consider one of the aforementioned items. 

A battery cut-off switch is a heavy-duty 

switch that you connect to your Porsche’s 

battery ground cable. It usually has a red 

plastic lever/key that turns the switch on and 

off and is removable should you choose to do so 

(great idea if you’re worried about your teenager 

sneaking the car out 

while you’re away, 

bad idea if stuff gets 

misplaced in your 

garage). With a 

battery switch turned 

off, the static current is no longer an issue. You also lose 

all of your radio preset stations or seat positions because 

the memory power is disconnected. If your battery is fully 

charged and you turn the battery switch off, you can come 

back in several weeks and turn it back on and the car should 

start. If you plan on not driving the car for several months, 

a battery tender would be a better choice. Even when fully 

charged and with no current drain (as in sitting on the shelf in 

a parts store) an automotive lead-acid battery will discharge 

after several months. A battery tender is connected to the 

battery as one would any battery charger. A tender only 

generates one to two amps of current so there is no worry 

about overcharging. If you choose the battery tender and 

leave the trunk lid open, remember to disconnect the trunk 

light and micro-switch on the trunk latch. You can employ 

both options and not have to bother with the trunk light, 

etc. The battery tender requires that you leave it connected 

to an extension cord plugged into a wall receptacle in your 

garage. I have seen several cars that had a tender installed, 

the trunk lid was closed, and the cord was not visible. The 

result was the tender was ripped out by the roots when the 

driver failed to disconnect same and drove away. 

In addition to the battery issue, if you are not going to 

drive your Porsche for several months there are some other 

considerations as well. I had the opportunity several years 

ago to place my car in long term storage when I won an allexpense 

paid vacation to Iraq via the Navy! Here in Texas 

we usually do not have harsh winters with months of rain 

and snow. If your car is parked in a garage that protects 

it from rain and cold, you don’t absolutely have to top off 

the fuel tank. Moisture condensation inside a steel fuel 

tank will cause rust formation. The less steel exposed to 

moisture-laden air (as in full of fuel), the less possibility 

of rust formation. I would recommend that you have 

your oil changed shortly before you store your car. Any 

combustion engine produces all sorts of weird 

compounds that become acids in the presence 

of water. For you non-chemistry majors, 

the combustion of a gallon of gasoline will 

produce more than a gallon of water. Most 

of it goes out the exhaust but some finds its 

way past the rings into the engine oil where 

it combines to form acid (bearing-destroying) 

compounds. Fresh oil has sufficient corrosion 

inhibitors to prevent any corrosion for several 

months. Brake fluid 

absorbs moisture from 

the air. If you’ve had 

the brake fluid changed 

within the past year, I 

would not be too concerned 

about it but I would get it changed when I returned the car 

to service. Next, tire pressure. The tires are not perfectly 

sealed to the wheels which is why we periodically have to 

correct our tire pressure. Increase the tire pressure to around 

45 psi. before storage to account for the slight air loss. 

Lastly, rodent damage. I live next to a creek and from time 

to time, I see evidence of little visitors in my garage. I place 

trays of rat poison in my garage to give them something 

to eat besides the insulation on my car’s wiring. Not sure 

why, but there is something about the insulation on German 

wiring that is irresistible to rodents. I have dogs (four at last 

count) so I have to be careful where I place the poison. 

Because Maverick Region encompasses the entire metroplex, 

we will be having a tech session on the west side of 

DFW at Autobahn Porsche. The Tech Session at Autobahn 

Porsche will be on January 15th. Primary topic will be 

brake system maintenance. We will discuss how driving 

habits affect brake wear and have some training aids (worn 

brake components) to illuminate when and why servicing is 

required. 

Ed 

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Joe Field Field Rd. Rd. 

Emerald 

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New Wheels 

Joel Nannis, Membership Chair 

Cathey, Buzzy 

Dallas, TX 75223 

2007 Carrera S 

Griffin, Herrick 


1963 356 

Perrin, Michael 


2005 911 S 

If you have any changes that 

you would like to make to the 

MRPCA membership guide, call 

Joel Nannis at 817-329-1600. 

Conway, Frank 

Fort Worth, TX 76102 

1994 911 

Devlin, Mike (Judy) 


2011 911 

Feagins, Brian (Kelley) 

Parker, TX 75002 

2011 Boxster S 

Ghuge, Raghu 

Tyler, TX 75709 

2007 997 TT 

Ghuge, Raghvendra 

Tyler, TX 75709 

2007 997 

Givan, Mark (Cynthia) 


2003 911 

Greer, Tom 

(Sharon Bost-Greer) 


2008 Cayman 

Jones, Mike (Rebecca) 

Richardson, TX 75082 

2011 911 

Lee, Mike 


2009 911 

Lien, Justin 

(Allison Wininger) 


2008 Cayman 

McAnelly, Mark 

Frisco, TX 75034 

1982 911 SC 

McCamey, Kendall 

(Regan) 


2000 911 

Nigro, Tony 

Aledo, TX 76008 

1972 911 

Rittenmeyer, Chris 

Frisco, TX 75034 

2011 911 Turbo S 

Sonsteby, Charles (Cheryl) 


2010 Panamera 

Tucker, Jason (C) 


2008 911 Turbo 

Wroclawski, Rich (Vicki) 

Colleyville, TX 76034 

1987 911 

Waldie, Norman 

Kernes, TX 75144 

1994 968 

Anniversaries 

McMillen, Cameron 

Ussery, Carl (Fran) 

McMahon, Thomas 

Santo, Dennis 

Brady, Scott 

Cokes, Ellis 

Kelley, Konrad 

Lewis, Lynn 

McCoy, Charles 

Molny, Douglas 

Watkins, Philip 

Yoder, Joe 

40 Years 

35 Years 

15 Years 

10 Years 

Dallas 

Grapevine 

Coppell 

Tyler 

Highland Village 

Dallas 

Aledo 

Dallas 

Lewisville 

Dallas 

Denton 

Richardson 

Feighner, Matthew 

Gann, Jeff 

Hamlett, Debra 

Hamlett, Kenneth 

Hatton, Jane 

Karunatileka, Muditha 

Michel, David 

Molny, Melinda 

Summers, Christopher 

Tayem, Alex 

Tayem, Cindy 

5 Years 

Colleyville 

McKinney 

Dallas 

Dallas 

Lewisville 

Dallas 

Dallas 

Plano 

Dallas 

Rockwall 

Rockwall 


Unclassifieds 

Unclassifieds are available free to Maverick Region members and are $5 to all others (contact editor for payment details). Please limit size to no more than 6 lines. Ads will run for 3 issues, then 

removed unless you request that it be run for an additional 3 issues. E-mail your ad to classifieds@mavpca.org by the 10th to have your ad run in the following month’s Slipstream. Be sure to 

include car year, make and model, its mileage and asking price, as well as a contact name, phone number and /or e-mail address. All parts will be advertised on our website. Check your ad for 

accuracy the first time it runs. Contact the editor to have your ad pulled sooner. Due to space constraints, photos may or may not be included. 

For Sale: 1988 Porsche 928 S4, Immaculate condition. Rare color, Everything 

works perfectly and have service history 93K miles asking $15,999 Contact Travis 

214-642-8278, or tsatterca@aol.com (1) 

For Sale: 2005 Porsche Cayenne S, Very well equipped and maintained. 

Excellent condition. 69,950 miles. White exterior with saddle leather interior and 

rosewood trim. Navigation, XM radio, CD, heated seats, heated steering wheel, 

Bi-xenon headlights, automatic transmission, electric sunroof, automatic climate 

control with rear vents. Integrated 3 button garage door opener. $28,500 or 

possible trade for 993 C4. Contact Jim Buckley at 817-239-7969 (1) 

For Sale: 1996 Porsche 993 Twin Turbo, Black/Black/greyseats, 28K miles 

garaged/no track use, beautiful gloss paint with gemballa side skirts, Champion 

wheels/ new Michelin tires 225 front 315 rears, 100 Hp upgrade from dealer /155k 

purchase price, carbon fiber interior/new battery/zenon headlights, full power 

heated adj seats/A/C cold, all instruments work/new front brakes. This car was 

owned by former Ranger Pudge Rodriguez as he had it shipped to spring training. 

Beautiful example of one of the last air cooled classics. Also on www.autotrader. 

com. $89,000. Contact Doug at 214-533-5844 or dbielefeld@sbcglobal.net (1) 

For Sale: BOXSTER RS 60 SPYDER, Limited production model # 1159, 

of 1,960 built world wide, and one of 800 imported into the USA. GT Silver 

metallic, with Carrera Red leather interior and matching red top. Excellent 

mechanical and cosmetic condition, only 8,000 miles by original owner and PCA 

Maverick member; annual low mileage service by Autobahn Porsche, certificate of 

authenticity, commemorative book, and service records available. Special features 

standard on this model include 303 HP engine, aero front end, sport exhaust, PSM, 

PASM, sport seats; 19” sport design wheels, sport steering wheel, rear wheel 

spacers, and numerous special cosmetic details. Factory options include 6 speed 

manual with sport shifter, Bose hi end sound system, Bi-Xenon lights, painted 

wheel crests, and self dimming mirror and rain sensor. Car is all original, and has 

Weather Tech floor mats, Porsche cargo mats front and rear, and Covercraft soft 

cover. PRICE: $55,000 Contact: Milton C. Barley, 817-731-8256 home; 817-733- 

2233 mobile; or e-mail to: milton.barley@charter.net (1) 

For Sale: 1996 Carrera Coupe, Midnight Blue Metallic , grey leather interior, 

Tiptronic, cruise control, LoJack security,K-40 integrated radar detector,5 spoke 

Porsche wheels, tinted windows, Porsche FM radio and CD player, maintained by 

RUF of Dallas, immaculate car,47,000 miles. $37,000. contact Dave Corl at 817- 

706-7222 or dncorl@yahoo.com (1) 

For Sale: 1985 later model Porsche 944, Garnet Red in Duncanville Texas, 

just outside of Dallas. $6500.00 Equipped with sun roof and considered a daily 

driver, with 77,250 miles. Have repaird and performed routine maintenance on 

the car since buying it last fall. Includes new rear tires, new brakes and master, 

rebuilt wiper motor, new radiator, paint repairs, dash pad, floor mats and sheepskin 

seat covers. The car is great shape, everything works and comes with the original 

radio,a newer Blaupunkt model has been installed with new front speakers. 

Manuals, receipts, misc. parts and extras are included. email at tedcarrington@ 

Slipstream Advertiser Index 

These advertisers support the Maverick Region... the Mavericks support these advertisers! 

Autobahn Motorcar Group (800) 433-5602 B.C. 

Autocrossnumbers.com (972) 670-2483 Page 25 

Autoscope (972) 867-7467 Page 18 

Boardwalk Porsche (214) 576-1911 I.F.C. 

Buckley Racing (817) 239-7969 Page 12 

Eagles Canyon Raceway (940) 466-9775 Page 22 

Fifth Gear Motorsports (972) 317-4005 Page 15 

Invisibra (214) 704-9299 Page 21 

Istook’s MotorSport Svcs (817) 332-6547 Page 20 

Jerry DeFeo Designs (972) 240-5800 Page 14 

James L. Falgout, P.C. (972) 669-2370 Page 14 

Laurie Wirth Realtor (214) 223-7488 Page 23 

Louden Motorcar Svcs (972) 241-6326 I.B.C. 

Mayo Performance (817) 540-4939 Page 9 

Maverick Goodie Store http://mav.pca.org Page 23 

Mean Green Travel (940) 565-8111 Page 23 

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hotmail.com or call 817-538-2316 or 817-509-3357. (1) 

For Sale: 1980 Porsche 928 , $4000 OBO Car runs... Replaced the cooling 

system, timing belt, seats, overhauled motor. I have done lots of mechanical work 

however it does need some minor body and interior work. Has been stored in the 

garage. Contact: 817-262-2003 or chieftalafuse@gmail.com (1) 

For Sale: PCA “E” class 911 SC Euro, Very nicely prepared 1983 911 

Euro SC for PCA E-class club racing or DE. Buckley Racing preparation with a 

winning formula for success and fun! More info and pics at http://buckley-racing. 

com/for-sale.html Or email me at buckleyracing@att.net Or call at : 817-239-7969 

Jim Buckley (1) 

For Sale: 2003 Porsche Boxster, 54k mi, EXCELLENT CONDITION!! 

VERY CLEAN!! This is a beautiful car that drives great. No problems. Selling 

to make room for family car. Red with Black Leather Convertible top works 

perfectly. Xenon Lights Must see!! Please contact me if interested. Serious buyers 

only. Miguel @ 817-946-9449 e-mail me for more info & pics if interested. 

2003porscheboxster@gmail.com (2) 

For Sale: 2003 Porsche Boxster S, Just under 46,000 mi. Huge list of options 

and in great condition with several upgrades including front and rear strut braces, 

K&N Filter charger and a short shifter. Has Bose stereo with 6 disc CD changer 

and much more. Original sticker price $66,000, now asking just $23,500. Call Tom 

Froehlich at 214 729-9155(cell) or 214 368-8122 (home). (2) 

For Sale: 2008 911 Turbo Cabriolet, Carrera white exterior color with cocoa 

brown roof and interior. Excellent care and condition with 18,400 miles. Tiptronic 

sport transmission, Sport Chrono Turbo package, leather heated seats, parking 

assist, adaptive sport seats, Turbo entry threshold and Michelin pilot sport tires. 

Price $102,000. Please contact Joe Restivo at 561-350-1440 or 

email at jrestivo@gviss.com. (3) 

For Sale: 1996 Porsche 993 Twin Turbo, Black/Black/grey seats, 28K miles 

garaged/no track use, beautiful gloss paint with gemballa side skirts, Champion 

wheels/ new Michelin tires 225 front, 315 rears100 Hp upgrade from dealer. $155k 

purchase price. Carbon fiber interior/new battery/zenon headlights, full power 

heated & adjustable seats, cold A/C. All instruments work, new front brakes. This 

car was owned by former Ranger Pudge Rodriguez, as he had it shipped to spring 

training. A beautiful example of one of the last air-cooled classics. $89,000 also 

on www.autotrader.com (click on the link from the Maverick on-line classified 

section) Contact Doug Bielefeld @ 214-533-5844 or dbielefeld@sbcglobal.net (3) 

For Sale: 1987 Porsche 924S, with 944 engine. third owner, always in DFW 

area. 135,000 miles. All original paint, red, & interior, black upholstery, power 

windows new alpine radio, new tires and battery, air conditioning, sun roof, the 

time belt broke and damage a valve. For sale as is $2,300.00 Contact Gerardo 

Ramirez by e-mail gram@griconsulting.com or (469) 223-7277. (3) 

For advertising rates and information contact 

Pat Friend at ads@mavpca.org 

Mullenix Motorsport (972) 231-5356 Page 22 

Mustard Racing (817) 366-1678 Page 20 

911 Enterprises (972) 241-2002 Page 30 

Park Place Porsche (800) 553-3196 Page 13 

RAC Performance (214) 269-1571 Page 6 

RetroAir (972) 960-6899 Page 30 

Silver Fox (817) 329-6995 Page 2 

Soundwerk (817) 281-9381 Page 30 

Speed Shield (817) 999-5925 Page 16 

State Farm Insurance (214) 387-0003 B.C. 

Texas Performance Concepts (817) 657-6608 Page 16 

Texas World Speedway (979) 690-2500 Page 7 

UPS Store (972) 420-1250 Page 14 

Ussery Printing (972) 438-8344 Page 14 

Zims Autotechnik (817) 267-4451 Page 21

Hiram Saunders, Slipstream 

155 Jellico 

Southlake, TX 76092 

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