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Porsche Club of America, Redwood Region
In this Issue
Upcoming Events at a Glance

 

Click on the event name for a link to additional details, including contact and RSVP information.  Event dates subject to change.  Click here  to view the full 2015 Redwood Region calender online.
 
July 2015

August 2015


Click here  for a single-page 2015 Redwood Region calendar in PDF format.

President's Message 

Mike Hinton President
by Mike Hinton, Redwood Region President

 

 

  First off, an apology to our hard-working Newsletter Editor, Jamie DeRuiter, for my tardiness in submitting this report.  No big tours to report about this past month, and our calendar had fewer events than usual, due to the Porsche Parade that was held in French Lick, Indiana.  The Redwood Region was well-represented at Parade, with our Vice-President Craig Steele embarking on a driving tour there (I'm sure he'll regale us with his tales), and our Past-everything David Bunch being honored as Enthusiast of the year.  Thanks to Craig for the Facebook updates, and congratulations to David for recognition of the many things he does for the Club.

 

 

  Nevertheless, now that we are in July, we have a full slate of events coming up.  There should be something to please all enthusiasts.  We have an autocross event, a winery driving tour, and a display of Porsches on the historic Sonoma Plaza on consecutive weekends.  Come on out, meet some of your fellow Club members, and most of all, have fun!  I'm planning to attend all of those events, so I'd welcome the opportunity to get acquainted with you.  Again, if you are interested in learning about the (massive) capabilities of your Porsche, bring it out to autocross!  We have several excellent instructors who will help you learn to exploit the performance of your car in a safe environment.  There's also a great sense of camaraderie among the participants, so a good time is guaranteed.

 

 

  I hope to see you at one of the upcoming July events.

 

Mike

 

 

From the Editor

by Jamie DeRuiter, der Riesenbaum Editor

 

  Well there goes another exciting month and we had a ton of good events to choose from.  I hope you all have had a chance to get out and enjoy the great weather we've been having in your Porsches.  Please feel free to share any cool travels or events you've chosen to do with me.  I'm easy to find.  Just email me a photo and a quick blurb about your fun and I'll see that they get shared here in the newsletter.

 

  I had another great time at our autocross #5.  The new trailer sure worked out well.  It's fun to see people out racing their rides and getting the excitement of pushing their cars to the limits around a challenging course.  Read my write up below...

 

  I'm up in the mountains right now getting hammered by lightning and thunder.  A minute ago I almost got hit while out adjusting the tarps that are keeping my wood dry.  It was a good reminder to me to enjoy every minute we have in life because as fast as lightning you could be here one minute and gone the next.

 

  Take a minute and look at the events we have coming up and see if you can make one or two of them this month.  The weather is still relatively mild and it won't be long before we'er into the triple digits.  That's when I'm jealous of the modern cars with all their creature comforts.  My '66 912 doesn't have any.  If I want air conditioning I have to drive faster.  

 

  This is my fourth der Riesenbaum as editor.  I'd love to have some feedback on what you like and/or what you'd like to see as far as content goes.  I'm going to try and get out to a few more events this next month and hope to see you all and get some good ideas in person.  Until then, have a great time adventuring in your Porsches and keep them shiny side up.

 

Shift Toward Adventure,

 

Jamie

 

 

 

 

 

 

fieldField Stone Winery Tour, Saturday, July 18, 2015
RSVP using MotorsportReg.com by July 15 at 11:00 am.  Redwood Region events are not searchable on MSR so be sure to use the link here or from the  Calendar.

Field Stone Winery
Questions?  Contact Vern Rogers by email:   rogersvern@hotmail.com

 

Mobile Works West

 

 

 

Porsche Parade Road Trip - A pictorial blog - 2015
  by Craig Steele

I'm packed and ready to head for the 60th Porsche Parade in French Lick, Indiana. First stop, South Lake Tahoe and visit my Dad. Gambling may be involved.


Parade Trek -Tahoe: Father and son enjoying a little Nevada gaming action. Lots of fun no big winner. Dad is 93 and proudly demonstrate his service to the country.
  
Parade Trek- SLC, Cayman did great on first leg. Averaged 80-85 mph, weather was sunny with 85 temperature. Tomorrow on to Laramie WY. Waiting to eat at this fantastic Mexican restaurant



































Porsche Trek- Arrived this AM at daughter, Shannon home in Parker CO on Tuesday 6/16. Staying two nights to enjoy family before final two day dash to Indiana.
   
Porsche Trek: The six Porsches drove across Kansas today. By the time we landed at our Lodging tonight, we logged in 600 miles. Lunch was lots of fun at Al's Chickenette. The owner showed off her new Porsche Cab. She gave us free tee shirts.





















Parade Trek: Churchill Downs, after driving through Hurricane Bill, we landed in Louisville KY for some deserved R&R. We started with the first leg of the triple Crown winner American Pharoah feat. "Brenda!" I got you the last recycled horseshoe. Tomorrow, we start the next phase of this trip 60th Porsche Parade with a 90min dash to French Lick, IN.
     
Parade Day 1: Dave and I arrived at French Lick form Louisville. The seven trekkers showed up at the Welcome Parade Party with our matching Hayes KS Chickenette black tees.
 
  























Parade Trek: Indy Raceway. Dave and I started our morning with 75 Porsches heading for Indianapolis. We had Lunch at Rathskeller Restaurant before heading foe the speedway. My go Pro crapped out so I used my smart phone to capture some pretty racy conversation on the track. Our top time was 73 mph with an average pace of 20 mph. Lastly, we visited the museum and saw replica of the Indy 500 trophy along with an outstanding race car collection.
    
Parade Trek: Auto crossing at the local French Lick airport. Dave and I went and walked the course at 7:30 am. We finally made back to our room at 5:30pm. A long humid day doing our favorite thing racing German steel. We had Wolfgang and son, Flex Porsche visited the event, also Pete Stout, Redwood member and Panorama editor was interviewing them both. I had two DNF's, one clean run and picked off a cone for my final run.

























Parade Trek: Ohio River Valley Tour and AX Party, Went on our last auto tour on Indiana Rt. 66. Was a great drive over 4 hours of scenic country. Tonight at the AX party two of the original Chickenettes, Justine and Terry won their AX class. Great birthday present for Justine.
    
Parade Trek: French Lick, I did the 5K walk on Saturday. That afternoon after our Parade lap for the local we staged our Porsches. Lastly our final 2015 Parade Photo shot with and without drivers























Parade Trek: 2015 Parade and I packed the Cayman S to start the final phase of my journey, drive the Route 66, the mother road. Arrived in Chicago and visited Navy Pier. At Chicago's Adam and Michigan stood next to the official Route 66 start sign. Tomorrow I start to head to Santa Monica's pier and the Route 66 finish.
    
Route 66: Made it half way, 1137 miles to go...




































Route 66 Tour- Two Arizona bucket list items: visit the Meteor Crater and stand next to the James Brown status at Winslow AZ. Are you ALL getting your bucket lists checked off?
    





























Route 66 Completed, Started in Chicago, Mon 6/29 and ended in Santa Monica, Friday 7/3, 2278 miles, 4 nights, 5 days. I received a certified certificate of completion at Route 66 booth on the Santa Monica pier.
    
My Porsche journey is now over. I started and ended in Santa Rosa. From Thursday June 11th to Sunday July 5th I covered 6457 miles, used 267 gallons of gas to travel out and back to Indiana for the 60th Porsche Parade. As is my tradition, I collected smashed pennies for fifty cents each and label pins of specific destinations I visit.


































   













David Bunch gets PCA Enthusiast of the Year at Parade
  Congratulations to our regions David Bunch. He was given the 'PCA Enthusiast of the Year' award at Parade this year.  Anyone who has been around David knows his enthusiasm for all things Porsche.  This is a well deserved and very much earned award for him.  Way to go David!

Caren Cooper handing David Bunch his award at Parade

(photo courtesy of John Novotnak)
plazaRedwood Region Porsches on the Plaza, Saturday, July 25, 2015

RSVP using MotorsportReg.com by July 23 at 8:00 am.  Redwood Region events are not searchable on MSR so be sure to use the link here or from the  Calendar. 


Porsches on the Plaza
Questions?  Kurt Fischer by email:  k95403@hotmail.com

sonnen

 

axRedwood Region Autocross #7, Saturday, August 8, 2015
RSVP using  MotorsportReg.com .  Redwood Region events are not searchable on MSR so be sure to use the link here or from the  Calendar. 

Porsche Autocross
Questions?  Grady Carter by email:  carterg50.rr.ax@gmail.com


Nor-Cal Treffen 2015


 

Autocross #5 June 13th, 2015
 by Jamie DeRuiter 

Our auotcross event #5 was welcomed by perfect spring weather.  The day was sunny and in the mid 80's with a slight breeze.  Twenty six cars were challenged by another great course designed by Bob Schoenherr.  It was one of those courses that begged you to shift into third in hopes of a faster time.  Normally we shift into second and stay there for the most part but this time using third gear was a benefit to my time.  The first time I tried I found fifth gear instead of third...oops.  I was amazed at how fast I got it back into second though.  Adrenaline inspired shifting.  

  In use for it's debut was our new AX trailer.  The tents were moved next to the giant hay stack which opened up room for more parking near the grid.  The feedback from the trailer workers was that it was much easier to see the car numbers for recording times since the trailer was positioned closer to the start/finish.

  Top Time of Day (TTOD) for men went to Mike Beavers in his 2014 GT3 with a time of 34.280 seconds.  TTOD for the women went to Vern Thomas in her 2002 Boxster with a time of 36.498.  Nice driving you two!

  It's always fun to see a father and son team at one of our events.  A spirited competition between Greg and Alan Matsumoto lead to a very close finish between the two drivers with only 0.006 seconds separating the two drivers.  Greg, enjoy this win while you can because your son Alan is most likely going to get you at the next event.  I look forward to the day when one of my sons tries to beat his dad in his own car.  

  Drew and Larry Powers had their 1964 356 back in action after some repair work.  It was good to see "Dad" back in action.  I call it that because the 356 is the 'father' of my 912.  I love the way the inside front wheel lifts on this car around hard corners.  

  I managed a work station with Deborah Suttkus who's friendly demeanor and enthusiasm was fun to be around.  She shared her apple slices with me while we watched for toppled cones.  The Diablo region is well represented by her.

  Stephanie Dunn represented the Golden Gate region in her 2004 996 turbo that had a scorpion theme.  It's fun to see PCA members enjoying their rides as much as she does this car.  Little details like this make our cars our own and we all like to add those little details to our cars that make them unique.  

  All together we enjoyed fourteen runs on what was to prove to be another challenging course.  With only four events left for our region the time is now to get out and enjoy some healthy competition before we head into Fall/Winter again.  Time flies almost as fast as our Porsches so come on out and wear down your tires some while meeting and enjoying some great company.

  Shift Toward Adventure,

  Jamie

Autocross Results

 

This link will take you to the Autocross results hosted on the Redwood Region website.   Autocross Results 

 

Bertolli's Auto Body

 

mbyMonterey Bay Zone 7 Concours #3, Sunday, July 19, 2015

 

Monterey Bay Concours

 

ggrGolden Gate Carlsen Porsche Zone 7 Concours #4, Sunday, August 2, 2015

RSVP to Larry Adams if you are attending.  OldCarNut@aol.com

Golden Gate Carlsen Porsche Concours

 

Concours 2015

Redwood Region was represented at the PartsHeaven Loma Prieta Region Concours on June 7 by one Redwood Region member, John Jackson who won an award in Street S4.

 

 

Porsche

The Niello Porsche Sacramento Valley on June 28 saw two Redwood winners.  Barbara and Steve McCrory entered their 1987 944, and Mike Burns showed his 1979 930.

Porsches at Niello

 

Porsche award ceremony
Mike Burns receiving his award from Rachel Nelson

 




 

 

  Mark your calendars for the Redwood Region   Ledson concours on September 20.  Whether   you enter or just display your car, it's a            wonderful day at the winery.

 

 

 

 




 

 

 

 

 

 

Photos by Barbara McCrory

werksPCA Werks Reunion - Friday, August 14, 2015

Werks Reunion
Registration for this event is on MotorsportsReg.com     Calendar     Event website

 

Redwood History - March 1982

March 1982 was an active month. . .with a Zone Auto-X at Laguna Seca, a tech session where you can learn about lowering your car (and if you have a 911, 912, or 930, actually do it), a beer and pizza gathering, and a fabulous tour of wineries with an overnight stay in "our own hotel" (McCallum House) in Mendocino.  Check the calendar and details elsewhere in this issue and don't wait to make your reservations.

 

Tech Tips  FUNNY NOISES from the front of your Porsche and the wheel bearings are okay.  Could be loose sway bar mounting hardware.

 

SMELL GAS in the driver's compartment after a fill-up, then it's time to replace the "tiegon tubing" breather vent hose.  It's old and dry and not doing its job of venting the tank to the outside or to the charcoal canister.

 

Porsche Turbo  

 

 

 

der Riesenbaum  March 1982

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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BusiBee Bookkeeping

 

Book Review - Porsche 911 Red Book, 3rd Edition

BOOK REVIEW    

by Jerry Gladstone, Redwood Region Treasurer

 

Porsche 911 Red Book, 3rd Edition

Specifications, Options Production Numbers, Data Codes and More

by Patrick Paternie and Peter Bodensteiner

 

"Porsche's 911, one of the most iconic sports cars in the world, is also one of the most sought-after collectible sports cars. Potential buyers, collectors, historians, and armchair enthusiasts crave all the details that, in sum, make up the 911's DNA. Porsche 911 Red Book provides all the critical information enthusiasts need and offers it in a convenient, portable package that can be carried to concours, auctions, club events, or anywhere that quick reference to accurate data is required."

(from the publishers marketing introduction)

 

  This update, now a 3rd edition, of a "standard" 911 reference provides in-depth coverage of models from 1964 through 2014. All 911 versions including the Turbos, GT cars, and limited-production specials are detailed. Not only is this book a treasure trove of data and useful information, but also it gives concise histories of each model making this an enjoyable read even if you are not a data seeker.

 

  If you are a 911 owner, restorer, racer or potential purchaser, this is an invaluable reference. You might already own a copy of the 2ndedition, but this update would be a great addition to your Porsche library. The publisher, Motorbooks/QuartoUS, has offered us a club discount of 50% (plus sales tax of course) on the $25 retail price (about $15.00). Shipping will be free if we order more than 6 books.

  A link in MotorSportReg.com has been set up for your ordering and payment convenience. Please make your purchase at MSR online by going to this link: . Orders will be taken through August 20th. We will keep you informed of delivery date and options.


 

Red book Porsche 911, 3rd Edition 

 

Jeff Zwart GT3 Turbo Cup Race Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2015
  Jeff Zwart drives his Porsche 911 GT3 Turbo Cup prepared by BBI Autosport to 1st place in Time Attack 1 Class at the 2015 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with a time of 9:46.243.

  Zwart told PCA via email: "The car is a beast, but it is the most fun car I have driven up Pikes Peak over the last 20 years."

  Warning:  This video may cause an increase in your pulse and blood pressure watch at your own risk.




 

Board Meeting Minutes

Chip Witt
by Chip Witt, Redwood Region Secretary

Redwood Region Board Meeting Minutes - The minutes from the June 30, 2015 Board meeting will be available after approval at the July 28, 2015 meeting.  Read previous board meeting minutes here.  
 
Our next Board Meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on July 28, 2014 at Novato Mary's Pizza Shack, 121 San Marin Drive, Novato, CA 94945. All members are welcome to attend.  

Membership Report

Tom Short
by Tom Short, Redwood Region Membership Director

Notes from Membership


In July, 32 PCA Redwood Region members marked five or more years in the club. And special congratulations go out to six of our members with 30+ years - and three of those have been PCA members for over 40 years!

 

In June we welcomed three new members - I hope you take advantage of the excellent activities we have on tap as the weather warms up. Be sure to check out the calendar on our website, and keep an eye on it as new events are added as we finalize them. I encourage everyone to participate in your club's events - it's a great way to meet other PCA members and have some fun with great people and our amazing cars.

 

If you spot any errors or have any questions about membership please feel free to email me at pcaredmembership@gmail.com or call me at 415-300-7457. 


Best,
Tom Short

 

 New Members

2

   Primary Members

 579

 Transfers in

   Affiliate Members

 360 

 Transfers out

   Dual Members

   22

 Non-renewal12  Total Members961

  Renewals

29 

   

 


Welcome June New Members to the Redwood Region.  We hope to see you at an upcoming event.

Name

City

Car

Marc Luelsdorf

St. Helena

2015 Boxster

John Arata

Novato

2006 911 Carrera Midnight Blue

Lewis BlevinsThe Sea Ranch2012 911 Carrera GTS Red  t/f Golden Gate

 June Anniversaries - 5 years and over.  Happy Anniversary and Thanks to all of you.

 

Name

PCA Member Since

Years

Richard Mattos

1972

43

David Margulies

1973

42

Donald Canardo

1978

37

Kit Kersch

1983

32

Peter Kane

1985

30

Jeffrey Civian

1987

28

James Bruce

1996

19

William Ravina

1997

18

Paul Simmons

1997

18

Roger Sampson

2000

15

William Thomas

2001

14

David Bunch

2001

14

John Baldwin

2001

14

Michael Depaoli

2002

13

Tim Hensel

2003

12

Tony Taylor

2004

11

Walter George

2004

11

Jim Hybiske

2004

11

Michael Elliot-Jones

2005

10

Peter Benjamin

2006

9

Jason Washing

2007

8

Matt Babich

2008

7

Stephanie Stewart

2008

7

Gary Wyatt

2008

7

Bradford Simpkins

2008

7

George Steed

2009

6

Paul Nadel

2009

6

Peter Hamel

2009

6

William Dowling

2010

5

Galen Myers

2010

5

Tom Schoeneman

2010

5


 

Membership information is based on the Porsche Club of America National database. If you feel that any of the information included in this Membership Report is inaccurate, please contact the Editor or Membership Director.

Membership Information

Please contact Tom Short, Membership Director for general information about Club membership, including changes of address and/or contact information, dual-membership inquiries, inter-region transfers, membership referrals, and name badges.

Redwood Region Members are welcome and encouraged to attend monthly Board Meetings, held on the last Tuesday of each month (except December) at 7:00 p.m. Month Day Year meeting will be at Novato Mary's Pizza Shack, 121 San Marin Drive, Novato, CA 94945.
CASA Flyer

 

Semi-Annual Redwood Region Treasurer's Report - 2015








Semi-Annual Redwood Region Treasurer's Report ... 1st Half Fiscal Year 2015

 

 

Redwood Region's finances continue to remain strong at mid-year 2015. As of July 1, 2015 assets included:

  • Cash and cash equivalents........................................................$34,358.14
  • Certificate of Deposit................................................................$10,550.54
  • Inventory.................................................................................... $2,065.11

                   Total Assets........................................................................... $46,973.79

 

There are $240.35 in accounts payable/other liabilities; total members' equity is $46,733.44.

 

Total ordinary income was $20,860.22 offset by expenses of $19,936.66 for a net ordinary income of $921.56. $256.99 was earned in interest income and credit card rebates for a total net income of $1,178.55.

 

The Region's biggest revenue generator remains the Autocross series with a net profit through autocross #5 of $3,438.57 (not accounting for the new trailer). Combined with PCA National's rebate of $6,717.00 and sponsor support of $2,500.00, this $12,655.57 provided most of our operating funds. The new autocross trailer costing $8,366.28 diminished those operating funds to $4,289.29.

 

Please note that these financial figures have not been formally reviewed, but will be by the Redwood Region Financial Review Committee at the end of the year. Also note that Goodie Store inventory is as of January 1, 2015 and has not yet been updated. Any questions, clarifications or requests for more complete financial statements, please contact Region Treasurer, Jerry Gladstone at redpca@sonic.net.

 

Submitted July 1, 2015 by Jerry Gladstone, RR Treasurer

 


Redwood Region Contacts
2015 Redwood Region Board of Directors

Executive Council                                                                        Appointed Directors
mike hinton headshot 2011


707-963-7827

Jamie De Ruiter






Craig Steele, Vice President
casteele@sonic.net
707.953.1100
Grady Carter


707.207.3423




707.525.8623


bob schoenherr headshot 2011


707-289-4304

Chip Witt


Chip Witt, Secretary
chip@wittzend.com
707-481-8804

Mac Cranford


415.577.0647

vern rogers, Past President


415-420-9567




415.258.9619




   Ad-Hoc Committee




707.478.7962

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415.819.2210

Tom Short


Tom Short, Membership Director
pcaredmembership@gmail.com
415-300-7457
david bunch headshot 2011






415.299.7563




   
Zone 7 Representative

david bunch headshot 2011


415.717.4117


209-531-814




707.725.6110




916.747.1447



der Marktplatz

 

Wanted to Buy
 
               Looking for 17" Boxster wheels. 7" and 8.5"

             Contact Andy Brian by email:  abrian914@gmail.com
 

For Sale

     
1970 Porsche 911 T Targa
1970  Porsche 911 T Targa
Meticuously maintained and upgraded by the same owner for 24 years
California car, no rust
Rare 15" Mahle magnisium wheels w/hand-painted centers
OEM Recaro Sport seats
OEM "S" front spoiler
Euro H-1 headlights
Weber conversion
rare rebuilt 4-speed transmission w/short-shift kit
4k miles on split case engine complete rebuild with "E" pistons and distributor
Dino steering wheel
26206 indicated mileage
Tornado Red/Black (change of color)
Nakamichi cd player w/5 speaker 1100 watts amplifiers
Receipts & Logbook   $75,000
Contact Fred Miramontes
209-451-9794   or  f.miramontes@charter.net

2006 Porsche Carrera Coupe2006 Porsche Carrera Coupe
Slate Gray Metallic
Black Standard Leather
6-Spd Manual
Heated Front Seats
19" Carrera S Wheels, Pirelli PZero Tires, Wheel Caps with Colored Crest
Navigation for PCM
Bose High End Sound Package, Remote CD Changer (6 Disc)
Black Mats, Porsche Lettering
Power Seat Package, Bi-Zenon Headlamp Package, Rain Sensing Wipers
Orig. Mfg Suggested Retail Price $83,450   Mileage 53,614
Beautifully and regularly maintained, needs nothing.  $34,500
 
D. Randy Riggs, Novato, CA  by email:  d.randyriggs@comcast.net
or 415-898-5776 or 415-717-5579
71 911 racecar

'72 911 Racecar and licensed California car,
built to PCA Club Racing GT-1; runs SCCA ITE

3.8L twin-turbo air-cooled motor, MSD Ignition, Haltech fuel control, est 700+ hp at safe boost levels. Meets 103db. 24-gallon FuelSafe. G50/50 transmission - rare, very strong.  Elsinor/ERP front end, 993 multi-link rear suspension.  RSR-type bodywork, mostly fiberglass and Plexiglas, drop-hood cooling, aggressive rear wing.  2170 lbs.  2 sets Fikse wheels  18/17, runs 285/30 fronts & 335/35 rears or 26*9*18 fronts & 25.5*12*17 rears.  Full logs.  $75,000.

 Hank Watts, 408-245-4040 PDT hank@CAMDesigns.com.



Champion RG-5 3-piece Wheels - 19"

Set of four alloy wheels - used, in very good to excellent condition - previously mounted on 2003 Porsche 996 C2. 

Fronts: 19x8.5 with 49mm offset
Rears: 19x10 with 58m offset

Wheels are clean and straight, and come with metal valve stems.
Asking Price: $1500.00 negotiable
Location: San Rafael
Contact: Tom Short,   415-300-7457

more photos here including high res/detail
For Sale / Offer tires.

Sumitomo HTR Z III. 225/40/18 (2) and 285/30/18 (2). They are on a set of GT3 wheels that I purchased for my GT3 and are not the correct size.

Previous owner of the wheels had them installed on his 993. I think the size is correct for some 996 model from 2002 MY. Tires are still mounted on wheels but will dismount the tires soon. Tires have approximately 2,000 miles according to original owner. In Marin . $200 / offer

Richard. 415-308-2101. rgee27@yahoo.com
BBS wheel for Porsche1 BBS wheel 16 x 8.  3 piece NOS, never mounted, for 911.  Not perfect, clear coat on outside rim starting to show age.  $500

contact Steve McCrory at steve@ground-speed.com
Porsche Factory Boxster/911 Short Shift Console/Kit - $350

For sale is a less than 8,000 mile used but like new factory Porsche short shift kit, part number 997-424-983-00.  The kit reduces shift throw distance by up to 35% on the 986 & 996 cars (somewhat less on the 996 & 997 cars).
I put it in my 2004 Boxster S and it took about 1.5 hours, the biggest part of the time was spent removing the center console.  It's pretty straight-forward and lots of videos and instructions online.  IMHO, it's one of the most best performance improvements you can make for the money and feels much tighter than the stock shifter assembly.  I got a good deal on a GT3 shift console so I replaced my short-shifter with that (and it actually has a longer throw, just a different feel).  It is slightly firm to engage 1st gear when cold however it warms up quickly and is so much nicer overall.  
The kit/console retails for ~$505.  As I understand it, the kit will work on 986, 987, 996, and 997, and Cayman models through 2012.
Phone:  415-889-3755  mail:  aron.smetana@gmail.com
Price:  $350 w/ Petaluma or San Rafael pickup, will ship for additional cost
Porsche Panorama MagazineI want to give my 38 years of Panoramas  to  whomever wants them. Hopefully someone would be able to utilize them  in a learning/teaching situation about Porsches.

They are in Santa Rosa, please come pick them up.
 
 Gary Bayless,  garybayless@comcast.com
BBS wheel for Porsche
Authentic BBS LM Wheel for Porsche 18" x 9.5" et55 5x130 Bolt Pattern - $800
I have one spare, authentic BBS LM wheel for sale. It is 18" x 9.5" et55 with standard 5x130 Porsche bolt pattern. It fits perfectly as a rear wheel on 986 Boxsters, but also can work on 993 and 996 narrow body models. New these wheels run close to $1000 each plus shipping and sales tax. They are also made to order and take time for delivery. These wheels are period appropriate to '90s and early '00s Porsches and are considered by many as the most desirable aftermarket wheels.

Spec: 1 Rear Wheel: 18" x 9.5" et 55
Condition: Like-New and never mounted. There are two small knicks in the lip from being moved around in storage, otherwise it is pristine and clean enough to eat off of.  Price: $800 firm. (+ shipping and PayPal fees if not local)

Local buyers with cash-in-hand preferred (SF Bay Area), but I am willing to ship these at the buyer's expense. Contact me at jgwaen@gmail.com or 510-882-6745.
Got Wheels?

Several sets of four platinum anodized 928 Fuchs FORGED Flat Dish "S" wheels available.

Size is 7J x 16.  ET65 backspacing.  Part # 928 361 021 05.
Approximately 18.5 lbs each.  Strongest, lightest wheels Porsche offered.
Some minor cosmetic flaws, but perfect for track or winter wheels.

$200 for a set of four.  (also have two in silver finish same size $50 each.)  Used up sticky tires included free of charge!

James Heisey: jheis@sonic.net
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2000-2004 Boxster S front bumper,  arctic silver                             $350/OBO

Alan Straub - Contact me at :  arstraub@comcast.net or by phone 707 996 9331 or 415 332 9331


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