Slipstream - April 2020

I’ve mentioned before that one of the great things
about this club is that we have such a variety of events
for our members, intended to appeal to a wide range of
interests. And there’s also something for a wide range
of Porsches as well. Beyond our official club events and
offerings, there are numerous national and local groups
dedicated to specific Porsche models, such as 356, 914,
924, 928, 944, 968, 993, 986, 987, 996, 997, etc. The
knowledge and assistance of these groups can greatly
enhance the ownership experience of a Porsche that may
be 40+ years old.
About two years ago, I decided I wanted to buy a 928.
I had owned a number of different Porsches over the years
(911, 924, 944, Boxsters, Cayenne), but not a 928 at that
point. I had always admired the design of the 928, but
had never driven one. I knew a Maverick member who
owned a 928, so I let him know I was considering buying
one. I was promptly invited to the local monthly 928
breakfast, where I got plenty of input to start me on my
928 search. As I started looking at potential cars to buy,
local 928 owners were there as a sounding board and to
offer specific advice on what to look for on a 928.
Shortly after buying my first 928, I was running some
errands, came out to start it up . . . nothing. Turning the
ignition key yielded no results, although the car had power
for the radio, windows, etc. So, here I am, sitting in a liquor
store parking lot, in 95 degree weather, with a 37-year-old
Porsche that won’t start. I could have just called Hagerty
roadside assistance and had the car towed, but I was only
a mile from home and didn’t want to give up that easily.
I decided to post a question on the local 928 group
Facebook page, asking for advice. Within just a few
minutes, I had several helpful suggestions. First, check
the ground strap and battery cables. All fine there. Next,
does the horn work? I thought that was kind of odd, but
I checked the horn, and it did work. Then I was told to
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by Chris Flaugh, Region Treasurer
MAV OF THE MONTH:
Matt Wilson
unplug the starter relay, unplug the horn relay and plug it
into the starter relay position. I had no idea where these
relays were located, or even where the relay panel was.
About a minute later, a copy of the relay panel diagram was
sent to me, showing exactly where the relays in question
were. So, I swapped the relays, the car started right up,
and I drove home. I own two 928s now, and that’s the only
time either of them have left me stranded.
So, the point of my story is, if you have an older
Porsche, find your people - those who know and love that
same model - it can make a huge difference in how much
you enjoy your car!
Matt has been with the PCA for a little over 10 years now. He is affectionately known as a
member of the Westside, as he’s a resident of Fort Worth. Matt knows that Porsches are meant
to be driven, so crisscrossing the Metroplex for events is no issue for him. Whether he’s driving
his 981 Cayman S or his 997 Turbo, Matt is always there early to help us set up for so many of
our club events. Matt has always been our go-to guy when selecting locations on the west side
of the Metroplex to meet, so it was a wonderful welcome to have Matt step into the Chair
position for our Coffee Meets. There was a high bar already set, as Mavs & Mochas is one of
our most popular monthly events. Matt has taken the wheel and is steering us to another
successful year. We look forward to the upcoming locations he has picked out. Matt doesn’t
stop there; he shifts gear to make sure we continue the “shop talk” at Motoring Mavs at Mayo’s
and Garages & Gearheads. This is yet another shining example for our club staying Fueled By
Volunteers. Please join me in congratulating Matt as our Maverick of the Month.