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Posted by: poorsche914 Mar 15 2019, 09:51 PM

Come celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Introduction of the Porsche 914 September 12-15, 2019 in Banner Elk, NC.

REGISTRATION CLOSED

What better way to celebrate than with over 100 fellow 914 enthusiasts for a weekend of driving, showing and socializing! So finish up that project, dust off the garage queen, trailer that race car or hop in your daily driver and head to the mountains of Western North Carolina for a weekend you will not soon forget.

The fun begins Thursday afternoon with event check-in. Watch and be amazed as fellow teeners arrive and the parking area fills up with a kaleidoscope of colors.

Friday begins early with the “main event” - a drive on the area's fantastic mountain roads. With planned rest and lunch stops along the way, the daylong drive is a 914 lover's utopia.

After the drive, attendees have Friday evening free to do as they wish. Many will gather to eat dinner and then later hang out and socialize. Informal swap meets generally pop up about this time so bring parts or cash.

Saturday begins with a People's Choice Car Show followed by a “free” afternoon. During the afternoon, the event promoters will be busy preparing for the evening's Awards Banquet where upwards of $10k worth of “goodies” are given out thanks to our generous sponsors.

Sunday begins with the sound of 914s rambling out of the parking lot as the event ends and attendees head home.

Throughout the weekend there will be scheduled “clinics” demonstrating how to perform a variety of maintenance and upgrade projects. Also, a 914 Tech Quiz is generally given towards the end of the Car Show.

LODGING INFO
Best Western Mountain Lodge - Banner Elk
1615 Tynecastle Hwy, Banner Elk, NC 28604
Phone: 828-898-4571

• Mention "Okteenerfest" when booking.
• A wash station will be available and every registrant will get a towel to use for their car!
• Breakfast is free each morning.

https://www.facebook.com/Okteenerfest/ • https://www.facebook.com/events/309388189964325/
Join our email list (form is on the website)
Check out the official web site at http://okteenerfest.com

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Mar 16 2019, 02:22 AM

awesome!! see you all there! Love Banner Elk, great roads.

Posted by: lvnzdrm Mar 16 2019, 09:56 AM

My wife received the update from the FB page and hasn’t stopped talking about it. We had a great time last year!!

Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Mar 16 2019, 10:04 AM

for such an event as the 50th we should be able to round up 200 914s to attend. Many of us will not be around for the 75th. Every east coast 914 guy should make an effort to attend this historic event.

Posted by: 914four Mar 16 2019, 10:28 AM

Looking forward to another great event and this time celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 914!

Posted by: BENBRO02 Mar 16 2019, 10:51 AM

George, which car are you going to bring?

Posted by: poorsche914 Mar 16 2019, 11:23 AM

No need to limit it to east coast teeners. We have quite a few folks who travel from west of the Mississippi to attend.

Posted by: 914four Mar 16 2019, 11:42 AM

So, what is the challenge this year George?

1.) The "Import Car of the Year" for 75 cars attending
2.) The M471 car for 100 cars attending
3.) The 916 for 150
4.) All three for 200 cars attending

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Mar 16 2019, 01:17 PM

Happy to say my 914 is fully functional this year so I'll be there!!!

Posted by: 914forme Mar 16 2019, 04:39 PM

Added to the Calendar, now to get a running car

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 16 2019, 05:03 PM

Looking forward to it again this year.

Posted by: sholman5 Mar 16 2019, 06:08 PM

Made it in 2017 in Helen. Had to cancel last year (Thank you hurricane Florence) my wife was very disappointed. We will definitely be going this year. Motor comes out next week for a clean up and seal replacement. Never got our T shirts.

Posted by: GaroldShaffer Mar 16 2019, 06:16 PM

I think Julie and I will be going this year. She needs to work out the details with her job, but think we can make it.

Posted by: michael7810 Mar 16 2019, 07:00 PM

I’m planning to go and trying to get a second car from Phoenix to go with.

Posted by: poorsche914 Mar 16 2019, 07:25 PM

You can lead all the west coast guys

Posted by: aharder Mar 16 2019, 07:52 PM

I'm going to start planning on it, even if I don't get to bring my car

Posted by: 914pipe Mar 16 2019, 10:35 PM

I just moved a year ago to NC and this is to happen about 20 miles from where I live!!!
AWESOME!!!! GOING!!!

Posted by: t collins Mar 17 2019, 07:23 AM

I'll see y'all there!

Posted by: mgp4591 Mar 17 2019, 10:19 AM

You've got the Subaru conversion, right?

Posted by: db9146 Mar 17 2019, 02:18 PM

DANG! This is the same weekend as my daughter's 20th birthday!

Posted by: North Coast Jim Mar 17 2019, 04:58 PM

Made my Hotel reservations already. Was told I was the first !!!!

Posted by: ClayPerrine Mar 18 2019, 07:24 AM

Betty and I will be there.

Posted by: North Coast Jim Mar 21 2019, 08:02 AM

Looks like we may have 2 of us from Western Ohio heading down to Octeenerfest. If your planning to pass this way we could all caravan. We'll be taking 77 South. We'll be
trailering

Posted by: Grosbard Mar 21 2019, 12:58 PM

Any locals able to recommend a hotel there?

@north coast jim - which hotel did you pick?

NYC area guys - who’s up for caravanning there?

Posted by: poorsche914 Mar 21 2019, 01:59 PM

The event hotel is the http://www.bestwesternbannerelk.com/ in Banner Elk, NC.
1615 Tynecastle Highway Banner Elk, NC 28604

Toll Free Central Reservations (US & Canada Only) 1(800) 780-7234
Hotel Direct Number +1 828-898-4571
Mention "Okteenerfest" for our special rate.

This is where all the action is based. Don't miss out by staying somewhere else

Posted by: cashiersjm Mar 21 2019, 08:53 PM

Room reserved and looking forward to another great event.

Posted by: North Coast Jim Mar 22 2019, 04:28 PM

The recommended Hotel, the Best Western, in Banner Elk, See other posts for contact information

Posted by: ClayPerrine Mar 23 2019, 09:45 AM

We just made reservations at the Best Western.


I am having to restrain Betty from trying to start packing for the trip.

Posted by: db9146 Mar 23 2019, 11:20 AM

I'm booked!!

Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Mar 23 2019, 11:24 AM

200 914s is the goal for the 50th
Banner Elk is a great place, and the road course is the best.

Posted by: poorsche914 Mar 23 2019, 12:23 PM

Though I think it would be awesome to see 200 914s in one spot, a more realistic goal for this event is 100+ 914s

Posted by: poorsche914 Mar 23 2019, 12:26 PM

Priorities

Posted by: sholman5 Mar 23 2019, 04:47 PM

Room booked. Pedal cluster rebuilt. Tomorrow dropping the engine to replace all of the seals, battery tray and support. Can't wait.

Posted by: t collins Mar 23 2019, 06:40 PM

Hey Clay, did you finish the lyrics to "Ninefourteenerville" ?

Posted by: ClayPerrine Mar 24 2019, 07:32 AM

There is a thread on here with them in it.

Get a few drinks in me and I will lead the singing...

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Mar 24 2019, 09:05 AM

who’s the one that brought thr “914Bourbon” from NY?
i am putting in a request m!

Helen had a great place by the river to hang out, is there somewhere like that in Banner Elk? poolside maybe .

Posted by: mepstein Mar 24 2019, 11:05 AM

The town that we ate lunch at the first day was very nice.

Posted by: 914pipe Mar 24 2019, 09:23 PM

That's correct. EG33 and WRX transaxle.

Posted by: stevend914 Mar 27 2019, 02:05 PM

Room booked this morning

Posted by: db9146 Mar 27 2019, 07:41 PM

Well, I at least wrestled with the decision for a day or two....

Posted by: Mblizzard Mar 28 2019, 06:12 PM

Booked.

Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Mar 29 2019, 08:46 AM

200 914s is the goal

Posted by: GaroldShaffer Mar 31 2019, 01:37 PM

room booked. Really looking forward to this.

Posted by: OLAF Apr 3 2019, 02:05 PM

We're On!

I've just booked my room at the Best Western... Wife Joyce and I will trailer down from Lorain, Ohio... This is our first teener activity and we're really looking forward to the event! Paul and Joyce Burke

Posted by: jdamiano Apr 8 2019, 02:36 PM

I have my hotel reserved! Looking forward to some twisty roads again this year. It’s hard to get more than 2 curves in a row here in Florida.

Posted by: michael7810 Apr 16 2019, 10:03 AM

Room booked. Looking forward to my 2nd Okteenerfest.

Posted by: Betty Apr 16 2019, 04:19 PM

Holy Carp! We didn't scare you off after my transmission exploded on the way homel?!?!?!

Banner Elk will not dissapoint!

I'm SO glad you're coming again!

Posted by: michael7810 Apr 16 2019, 08:02 PM

You and Clay were great tour guides last year. I might take a more northern route but if I decide to go thru Texas I’ll plan to hook up with you guys. The exploding trans was not bad as I was in front of you, it might have been a mess behind you when the fluid dumped on your exhaust. Looking forward to seeing you guys again

Posted by: Betty Apr 16 2019, 09:02 PM

It looks like our paths will cross in Little Rock AR on the way to Banner Elk? Whoever goes through there last can pick up the pieces of whoever is running in front of them.

Posted by: JFJ914 Apr 17 2019, 08:25 AM

I'm in again, reservation made!

Posted by: poorsche914 May 5 2019, 02:56 PM

Posted by: ClayPerrine May 5 2019, 08:57 PM

Betty and I just registered.

Betty will be driving Frody (400K mile Orange car)

I am planning on Igor (4.0 L) being there.

Poor Elwood has to stay home. :-(

Posted by: GaroldShaffer May 5 2019, 09:04 PM

Registered! The boss and I will be there. Trailering the 914 from Indiana

Posted by: stevend914 May 6 2019, 07:33 AM

Registered, check in the mail

Posted by: michael7810 May 6 2019, 10:25 AM

Registered and check is in the mail

Posted by: cashiersjm May 6 2019, 02:19 PM

Registered & now I have to put the car back together.

Posted by: dlee6204 May 6 2019, 05:35 PM

Registered.

Posted by: Jamie May 6 2019, 06:49 PM

I'm registered, and if any of you Yankee 914 folks from way up north are coming through KY and need assistance before I leave on Thursday morning, I may be able to be of help.

Posted by: scottthephotog May 6 2019, 09:58 PM

Just registered. Planning on driving the 1.7L out there. Super excited!

Posted by: 914four May 7 2019, 09:32 PM

Registered!

Posted by: rfinegan May 10 2019, 05:53 PM

Darn, i messed up my registration..is there a phone number to contact to fix this my email address?

-Robert

Posted by: RichPugh May 10 2019, 10:08 PM

Since I assume my 914 project isn't going to be on the road by this event, is driving my 993 down frowned upon? Will I have to keep it tucked away out of sight? LOL

I could just fly down and grab a rental car… but its only 7 hours from my house so I kinda wanted to drive the 993.

-Rich

Posted by: mepstein May 11 2019, 05:50 AM

I would. Great group of people and great event. Even without a 914.

Posted by: ClayPerrine May 11 2019, 09:06 AM

PM Bob Saville (naro914) He can get it corrected.

Posted by: JFJ914 May 11 2019, 09:40 AM

Why not, I've been known to bring a Cayenne.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 May 11 2019, 09:48 AM

Drive the 993! Heck Bill brought his Ferrari one year and even Bob drove his 911 one year!

Posted by: DRPHIL914 May 11 2019, 11:12 AM

Finally took care of my reservation and registration today!!

Posted by: RichPugh May 11 2019, 01:14 PM

Thanks. I'll consider it seriously now. I'm gonna be there for sure... Registered #31 and check is in the mail!... I'm just not sure if I'm driving the 993 or flying into Charlotte and renting a car... OR if the 914 is by chance driving by then. Hopefully if I don't have my own 914 with me, someone takes me under their wing and has a spare passenger seat spot for Friday's driving tour

-Rich

Posted by: Betty May 11 2019, 09:35 PM

Bring it - you would regret driving a rental. We love all cars!

I can't be an elitist, I drive a 914!
~Rusty

Posted by: RichPugh May 12 2019, 09:40 AM

Thank you Now I'm contemplating hurrying the 3.0 /6 swap to drive her down, LOL. I booked my room and mailed my check so, one car or another, I'll be there. It's only about 7 hours from me. I'll make an enjoyable drive out of it

Posted by: Jamie May 12 2019, 05:57 PM

We might have to place you at the back of the line of 914's when we start the drive!

Posted by: billh1963 May 13 2019, 07:00 PM

Getting ready to book my room now. Haven't been in a couple years. This time I'll have a running car and won't have to worry about hurricanes!

Posted by: RichPugh May 14 2019, 12:19 AM

LOL, I'll gladly take it! Thanks. Hell, who knows, I might actually hustle and get this damn swap finished by then!

Posted by: JFJ914 May 14 2019, 11:52 AM

Registered!

Posted by: stephenaki May 22 2019, 02:38 PM

I'm there! I'll bring the truck and tool crib again this year. I have a trailer this time so I may bring a few extra items just in case!

Posted by: naro914 May 30 2019, 10:03 AM

Hi all
Just bumping this up...we've been VERY busy the past few weeks/months with our business so if you sent in payment and haven't heard anything - we have NOT cashed checks yet - I'm catching up a bit today...then loading up the trailer to head to Roebling Road for a PCA event (not driving, only as a vendor).

Posted by: db9146 May 30 2019, 03:15 PM

Rich,

I really like the color combo on your car.....looks nice!!

Posted by: RichPugh May 30 2019, 03:37 PM

Thanks, Sir!

Posted by: naro914 Jun 10 2019, 03:04 PM

I have not had a chance to put together a promo for this year yet...but thought I would post up a few links to past promo videos we've done for those that are first timers.

I will get one up for this year I promise!!

Promo for 2015


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Dh_n-AlDDQ


Promo for 2016


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiQUREOo4VU


2016 recap

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJwmiiAnBN8


These were the ones we previously did in Banner Elk, like this year.

Posted by: Olympic 914 Jun 12 2019, 07:04 AM

Registered and Hotel reserved.

Will probably trailer down, I'm sure the car would make the drive, but without AC my GF would be less than happy.

See you all there.

Posted by: Olympic 914 Jun 12 2019, 07:04 AM

Registered and Hotel reserved.

Will probably trailer down, I'm sure the car would make the drive, but without AC my GF would be less than happy.

See you all there.

Posted by: cdn914 Jun 12 2019, 06:47 PM

Any Canadians going?

Posted by: jdamiano Jun 20 2019, 04:42 PM

All registered and booked. Counting down the days.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 24 2019, 08:41 PM

Betty insisted I post this, and it gives a free to the thread.

Last night I had a dream. No, not the one from last Okteenerfest with Bob and Bill in Lederhosen and tu-tus. This is completely different.

I was trying to get the 914s out of the garage so we could leave for Okteenerfest. But my garage had grown until it was huge! And I couldn't get to the 914s because I was trying to get all the camels out of the way. They just kept walking around saying "Mike Mike Mike Mike Mike" like the camel in the Geico hump day commercial. I just couldn't get through them all to get to the cars!


Yea, I know I have an overactive, weird imagination that creeps into my dreams. But at least my dreams are entertaining. Betty's all time favorite is the one about the old, toothless shark attacking me and gumming my legs. I woke up with the blanket wrapped around my legs.


And the first person to come up to me and say "Mike Mike Mike Mike Mike" is gonna get it!!!!

Posted by: naro914 Jun 24 2019, 08:51 PM

...

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 24 2019, 08:58 PM

The first person to come up to me AT THE EVENT!!!! (Smart@ss!)

Posted by: naro914 Jun 25 2019, 02:35 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKtglUBVG8g

Posted by: lvnzdrm Jul 1 2019, 07:16 AM

Rode the bike Banner Elk, reserved our room. Registration will go out next week. Some amazing roads and views.


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jul 1 2019, 08:41 PM

Mike Blizzard is gonna end up hating that before the end of the event.

Posted by: poorsche914 Jul 4 2019, 01:11 PM

Some Okteenerfest 2019 trivia (and a bump!)

WHERE ARE ALL THESE PEOPLE COMING FROM?*
2 Alabama
1 Arizona
4 Florida
11 Georgia
1 Indiana
1 Kentucky
2 Maryland
1 Michigan
1 Missouri
11 North Carolina
4 Ohio
2 Pennsylvania
6 South Carolina
5 Tennessee
5 Texas
1 Virginia

DRIVING or TRAILERING or LEAVING AT HOME?*
2 914s aren't ready for a long trip
4 914s are a work in progress
37 914s will be driven to Okteenerfest
15 914s will be trailered
So far... 52 914s will be at the event!

ATTENDED OKTEENERFEST BEFORE?*
18 First time attendees
10 have attended Okteenerfest once before
5 have attended Okteenerfest twice before
4 have attended Okteenerfest three times before
7 have attended Okteenerfest four times before
4 have attended Okteenerfest five times before
10 have attended All Six Okteenerfests

* count is for 914s. The actual number of people attending is roughly 65-70% higher. There are currently 97 people registered

What are you waiting for? http://okteenerfest.com

Posted by: jfort Jul 4 2019, 02:42 PM

Can’t wait!

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Jul 4 2019, 03:04 PM

Just called and reserved a room, check's in the mail tomorrow!

Minerva and I will see everyone in September.

Brady

Posted by: poorsche914 Jul 10 2019, 06:12 AM

As always, Okteenerfest appreciates the support from businesses and the people behind them who support the Porsche 914. Below are the businesses directly supporting Okteenerfest with cash and goodies.

https://naroescapemotorsports.com/
http://www.stoddard.com/914.html
http://shop.914rubber.com/
http://www.drivenracingoil.com/
http://www.dakotadigital.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=product/product_id=347/category_id=248/home_id=59/mode=prod/prd347.htm
https://stuttgartdna.com/
https://vintagecarleds.com/
http://www.tangerineracing.com/index.htm

...and we're just getting started

Posted by: Olympic 914 Jul 10 2019, 08:41 AM

And I have supported most of those listed above.

Posted by: Olympic 914 Jul 10 2019, 08:41 AM

DP

Posted by: poorsche914 Jul 11 2019, 06:48 AM

And today we add http://www.aasesales.com/ to the list

https://naroescapemotorsports.com/
http://www.stoddard.com/914.html
http://shop.914rubber.com/
http://www.drivenracingoil.com/
http://www.dakotadigital.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=product/product_id=347/category_id=248/home_id=59/mode=prod/prd347.htm
https://stuttgartdna.com/
https://vintagecarleds.com/
http://www.tangerineracing.com/index.htm

Posted by: naro914 Jul 11 2019, 03:21 PM

I wanted to throw this out there to all that are planning to trailer your car...
An email will be sent out prior to the event with details, but we have VERY limited trailer parking. If you trailered to Banner Elk before, you know we have to use the grassy area behind the parking lot. This year...hopefully...we will be a bit more organized about it and have people access the area via the side road and not through the parking lot. We will once again have 914 parking only in the back and side lots.

According to registrations, we have over 15 trailers we have to figure out SO FAR. We'll make it work, but just be prepared that you may not have an 'optimum' trailer parking spot and things may get a little tight.... so if you can... PLEASE drive instead of trailering.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Jul 12 2019, 12:41 PM

i was considering trailering like last year but, its such a great drive from Charlotte to Banner Elk, but too hot from there to here in SC so I am considering taking it up early and leaving it at my sons house in Charlotte a few weeks before, then we can come up that Thursday and leave the truck/trailer in Charlotte and drive the 914 the rest of the way!. Gets some great driving in still on the way up!

Posted by: Garland Jul 16 2019, 02:56 PM

Add Michigan to the list, see ya in September.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Jul 17 2019, 08:29 AM

8 weeks from tomorrow- 2 months and counting down!!

Posted by: 914dave Jul 19 2019, 03:30 AM

Booked and registered. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Posted by: naro914 Jul 19 2019, 05:49 AM

I put together a quick 2019 Promo Video last night to get everyone EXCITED!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_h4RRJ9b_nc

Posted by: JFJ914 Jul 19 2019, 08:18 AM

Great promo, Bob.

PS My check is in the mail!

Posted by: db9146 Jul 19 2019, 08:29 AM

Hey Dave, glad to see you’re driving down. Certainly not as far as Helen was and some great roads.

Dee

Posted by: 914dave Jul 19 2019, 08:33 AM

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Booked and registered. Looking forward to seeing everyone.
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Hey Dave, glad to see you’re driving down. Certainly not as far as Helen was and some great roads.

Dee
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Dee
A couple hundred miles shorter. It will be a shorter drive home in the remnants of a hurricane this time! Haha. Wouldn’t miss it for anything. See you there!
Dave

Posted by: 914forme Jul 19 2019, 06:37 PM

Registered and room booked. Looking forward to this one, I really need a break

Posted by: scottthephotog Jul 22 2019, 12:20 PM

Is everyone staying at the Best Western in Banner Elk? My wife and I have done air b&b in the past for trips. Are there a lot of events happening at the Best Western that it would be worth staying there or would an air b&b close by be fine?

Posted by: naro914 Jul 22 2019, 12:43 PM

Best Western is the host hotel and where everything happens: registration, dinner/banquet, the door prize display of items, Friday drivers meeting and where the drive starts from, wash station for the cars...and just the general gatherings each day/night to hang out and lie about our cars... a big part of Okteenerfest is the comraderie of the people so just hanging with everyone each night IMO is one of the best parts...(and not worrying about drinking and driving)

Posted by: scottthephotog Jul 22 2019, 12:59 PM

Got it. That's what I figured. We'll make reservations there then.

Posted by: Mblizzard Jul 23 2019, 07:44 AM

A special thanks to Patrick of Kennedy RPM Flags.com for providing a sample of flags for the event.

https://www.kennedyrpmflags.com/product-p/por-914.htm
https://www.kennedyrpmflags.com/product-p/porsche-914-6.htm

I have a couple of these and they are great! Also if you are an attendee, PM me for a special deal on flags. No one else is making these flags and they are in high demand. Kennedy RPM Flags is making this special deal for attendees to show their support for the 914. So this is an additional bonus for attending!

Posted by: Mblizzard Jul 23 2019, 01:03 PM

I am sure all of us know Tangerine Racing and Chris Foley. Every part Chris makes is top notch and that is the reason I have so many of his parts on my car.

As a prose this year, Chris will be providing one of his amazing engine lift plates, an Oil Pressure Relief Valve, and a $120 gift certificate for the event.




Also we will be featuring the installation of the oil pressure relief valve in a tech session. Chris is offering a 10% discount on the oil pressure relief valve for attendees.

Posted by: BENBRO02 Jul 29 2019, 11:21 AM

Booked and registered. I hope the car makes it there and back. There are now 119 people registered (keep them coming).

Posted by: mb911 Jul 29 2019, 04:55 PM

Sent my donations today.. Enjoy everyone..

Posted by: 914forme Jul 29 2019, 05:02 PM

was hoping to finally meet you Ben @http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=9892

Posted by: mb911 Jul 29 2019, 05:09 PM

Sorry. I will be at the event in Twin lakes WI in a few week's.. I am much like you and just don't have much spare time. Notice how my own car is lingering with no updates.

Posted by: 914pipe Jul 29 2019, 10:18 PM

Did you call to book or did it online? I tried online but says that is not available for those days?!

Anyway I live 35 miles from there....

Posted by: naro914 Jul 30 2019, 04:41 AM

You need to call 1) to get the special rate and 2) because our block takes up a majority of the hotel it won’t let people book online because the rooms are blocked off. There are still a few rooms left as of last week.

Posted by: michael7810 Jul 30 2019, 10:19 AM

I may be the first casualty of Okteenerfest. My wife has just been diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer and will start radiation/chemo immediately and probably won't finish until early September...then surgery. Way too many unknowns for me to be away from her so I'm out. I have 2 rooms booked which I will cancel over the next couple days.
I understand if there are no refunds and if that's the case can someone mail my t-shirt?
I will, however, try to drive my car on 9/14.
Maybe next year.
Have fun and stay safe.

AND DON'T PUT OFF GETTING A COLONOSCOPY!!!

Posted by: 914dave Jul 30 2019, 10:21 AM

Mike
Sorry to hear. My best wishes for a good outcome. You will be missed.
Dave

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Jul 30 2019, 07:32 PM

Is there a list of activities online yet. I'm trying to time my departure and arrival times.

EXCITED to be able to attend this year after all these attempts in the past only to have the rug pulled from under me year after year.

Posted by: naro914 Jul 30 2019, 07:47 PM

Oh no Michael! Nadine and I are very sorry to hear about your wife. Absolutely you need to stay there....right now she needs all the support you can provide.

We will obviously miss you but we will be thinking of you and your wife. Tell her to get well soon from all of us!

And absolutely your registration will be refunded. Did your friends ever register and sent money? If so, who are they so I can refund them too.

Posted by: bahnzai Aug 1 2019, 04:40 AM

FYI- all, only 2 rooms left in the hotel block. Book now!

Posted by: 914dave Aug 1 2019, 06:28 AM

Dan
Didn’t see your name on the list yet. Will I be seeing you there?
Dave

Posted by: naro914 Aug 1 2019, 06:36 AM

There are a bunch of people that have hotel rooms and have NOT registered yet. PLEASE...do not book a room until after you registered. Reserving yourself a room under the block because you THINK you might come, then cancelling the room after the special rate date is pretty rude to those that genuinely need the room because they are actually coming.

This happened last year in Helen - people booked rooms, never registered, then cancelled the room after some people that couldnt get a room already decided not to come. And when those rooms opened up at the last minute, the rates were now MUCH higher than our negotiated rate was.

Again...PLEASE do not book a room unless you are definitely coming. (I understand last minute changes in plans and all that you need to cancel... but at least register and send payment if you're actually planning to be there).

Posted by: naro914 Aug 1 2019, 06:37 AM

BTW....126 people registered!!! only 4 away from last year!!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 1 2019, 07:37 AM

OK so we have some great sponsors! Tarett is one of the best.

Anyone need a front https://www.tarett.com/items/914-products/914-suspension/914-swaybars~drop-links/front-swaybar-assy-65-89-911-912-930-914-fsba_-detail.htm?



With the quality of Tarett it is hard to completely give away this $525 setup but Ira is offering one at a 30% discount. Also, swaybar installation will be one of the tech sessions this year!

So for those of you willing to buy the swaybar at a 30% discount, sign up for the tech session to have it installed while you are at Okteenerfest! Because of the limited time at the event the best option would be for a people that have a swaybar currently to sign up for install portion. But we won't limit peoples ability to sign up but if you don't currently have a swaybar installed you can still get the 30% off but the install will passed to someone else that committed to buying.

If you don't win the tech Session install, Ira has committed to offering discounts for anyone else that wants to make a purchase.

So talk to all of your friend and see if we can get enough people to buy so that you can get the following discounts

10% of for 1 to 5 kits sold
20% for for 5 or more kits

Oh and Ira will ship all of them to Okteenerfest so you wont have to pay shipping!

For full disclosure, I committed to Tarett to buy the tech session swaybar at the discount. I did this so if no one else commits to the 30% price, we will still have the tech session. If someone else will buy the swaybar, I will pay for one at the discount Tarett has offered.

Posted by: 914dave Aug 1 2019, 08:28 AM

Do we have an estimated car count yet???

Posted by: poorsche914 Aug 1 2019, 08:57 AM

At this point, 77 914s are registered.

51 will be driven
19 will be trailered
7 will be left at home

Let's see how many actually make it

Posted by: Betty Aug 1 2019, 12:15 PM

Absolutely you need to be there with/for her! We will miss you terribly, but we've got everything crossed that can be crossed and powerful good thoughts being beamed her and your ways! If there is anything we can do, please let us know?

Posted by: michael7810 Aug 1 2019, 12:45 PM

I just canceled 2 rooms

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 2 2019, 09:36 AM

Hmmm, maybe I should come out of hiding for this one?

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 2 2019, 09:55 AM

I will buy you beer! You could also maybe give a talk on transmissions?

Did you get my email?

Posted by: rfinegan Aug 2 2019, 09:56 AM

Bring a few CD with you, I'm sure you can sell some. I am good for 1 CD purchase

-Robert

Posted by: bahnzai Aug 2 2019, 10:05 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=1262
Hello Dave, yes I am coming, and I can't wait to see your awesome car again.

Bob, sorry for registering for the hotel, ahead the event registration. I thought the hotel block expired before the event registration, but I could not find those dates on the website or in this thread, I must have missed them. (Edit- Block of rooms are released Aug 12th, it is in the Okteenerfest email)

Either way, registered for both, and check is in the mail.
Thanks to all for coordinating!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 2 2019, 10:27 AM

Ron Thomas and Tucker at https://www.aasesales.com/ Sales are some fantastic supporters of the 914 and all classic and modern Porsches. I have called them with some of the strangest requests for parts and they have always come through.



They also come through in showing their support for Okteenerfest. Last year their prize packages were the most sought-after prizes for the event. This year will be no different!


Bag #1:
-AASE Notepad & 2 Pens
-‘PORSCHE’ shop towel
-‘PORSCHE’ car sponge set
-Small bottle of speed-shine
-Extra soft microfiber show-car cloth
-Two each different, cool decorative-stylized crests
-One each different, cool key fob
-$100.00 gift-card to AASE

Bag #2:
-AASE Notepad & 2 Pens
-‘PORSCHE’ shop towel
-‘PORSCHE’ car sponge set
-Small bottle of speed-shine
-Extra soft microfiber show-car cloth
-Two each different, cool decorative-stylized crests
-One each different, cool key fob
-$50.00 gift-card to AASE

Bag #3:
-AASE Notepad & 2 Pens
-‘PORSCHE’ shop towel
-‘PORSCHE’ car sponge set
-Small bottle of speed-shine
-Extra soft microfiber show-car cloth
-Two each different, cool decorative-stylized crests
-One each different, cool key fob
-$25.00 gift-card to AASE

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 2 2019, 10:34 AM

Was just by chance looking over the install instructions. I love detailed diagrams because if someone puts this much effort into installation instructions, you know the parts are going to be top notch!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 2 2019, 11:02 AM

You all know https://vintagecarleds.com/shop/7-inch/vcm3-7-inch-led-headlight-kit/ provides quality lighting solutions for many vintage cars. This year they are introducing a smaller more compact solution to converting the 914 to modern LED technology.


We all do performance modifications to our cars but this in one that will pay back many times in increased safety and visibility.

Not only is Matt and https://vintagecarleds.com/shop/7-inch/vcm3-7-inch-led-headlight-kit/ providing a set for the prize drawing, they are sending another set for the tech session where they will be personally attending to answer all of your questions! PM me to get entered to have the LED headlights installed in your car. There will also be some additional goodies for the lucky winner.

As if that is not amazing enough, they are also providing a 15% discount on purchases as an Okteenerfest special. It will be hard to match this discount so if you are considering going to LEDs go to https://vintagecarleds.com/shop/7-inch/vcm3-7-inch-led-headlight-kit/ and use code OKTEENERFEST15 to get a 15% discount.

Even if you are coming to the event and entering to win the tech session, go to Vintage LED and buy. If you win, I am sure there will be multiple people who will be glad to take them off your hands.

This is an amazing show of support for the 914. Thanks Matt!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 2 2019, 11:31 AM

I think we all know Ben of https://914-6werkshop.com/ makes great products and does some amazing stuff. Anyone doing a six conversion or has missing engine sheet metal 914-6 WerkShop has you covered.



If you coming to Okteenerfest it gets even better. Ben is sending a complete set of https://914-6werkshop.com/product/914-6-engine-sheet-metal/for some lucky attendee!



He is also sending some discount cards and while not quite ready for the website, Ben is also expanding out to make 914 mufflers! They are similar to the OEM 911 mufflers internally, so they flow nicely.

They retail for $850 but for Okteenerfest attendees and 914 world members he is offering a considerably discounted price of $700 plus shipping. We are working with Ben to get some photos and will get them up as soon as we can!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 2 2019, 02:12 PM

A usual http://www.restoration-design.com/ is helping out!



Peter is going to be providing samples of their new alternator harness and engine regulator harness for demonstration and possible installation. He is also planning some other goodies that we don't know the details on yet.

But he is also going to continue the http://www.restoration-design.com/store/product/PP336S Discount he provided last year. The 20% discount on the springs brings the price of a set to $49.60!



PM me for payment details and specify early or late. I will bring the spring to Okteenerfest for everyone that makes the purchase.

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 3 2019, 08:45 PM

Got email and replied recently.

Discusses with wife, we are down. Gotta secure dog sitter.

I would be glad to discuss transmissions and q/a session. Maybe bing some pieces for examples.

I can bring DVD sets, I still sell direct all over the world

Posted by: porsche914rick Aug 4 2019, 02:12 PM

Booked the hotel today, we'll be there!

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 5 2019, 02:10 PM

Alright, leave submitted, registered. However, hotel is bookedup, full, I went on waiting list. What is alternative lodging? Also, MBlizzard, you havent responded to my email, man.

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 5 2019, 03:27 PM

Sorry was on a three day drunk! I wish. Will respond shortly.

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 6 2019, 07:30 AM

Well as you might have guessed the good Dr. Evil is going to provide free labor on a trans build.



Mine has been flawless after the rebuild!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 6 2019, 07:44 AM

Wow this is really cool. Doug Leehr is providing some really awesome set of aluminum rocker panels.



These are made out of 1/16” aluminum and weigh a fraction of a steel set but have much better corrosion resistance. While they will come with mounting hardware, winner will have to paint to their preference.

Rumor has it he will have a few sets to sell at the event as well.

He is also sending a kit to block off the front bumper shock holes for those that backdate bumpers. It will have both plates, gaskets, and mounting hardware.

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 7 2019, 10:17 AM

All a few people have taken advantage of this but I just wanted to point out that the special price we are getting is $15. You cant beat that!

If you want to get in on this let me know by Friday August 9th.

Posted by: North Coast Jim Aug 7 2019, 02:13 PM

Good to see the Good Doctor has found his senses. We have a trailering group leaving North West Ohio on Wed morning. Looks like were going thru Columbus noonish taking 23 south. Want to join us ??

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 7 2019, 02:26 PM

Also the Good Dr. Evil will be hosting a Tech session to explain how to rebuild the 901 transmission in under 1-hour and for zero dollars!

Well not really, but he will be making a presentation and having a transmission Q&A session right before the Awards dinner.

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 7 2019, 05:57 PM

No can do, man. Can’t leave until Fri morning.

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 8 2019, 08:06 AM

What do people want covered? It looks like I have an hour to kill? Can bring pics, some parts and displays, answer questions on failure points, why/where, theory of operation, etc. If I get some feed back from yall, I can better plan/pack/use time.

Posted by: rfinegan Aug 8 2019, 08:14 AM

For me:
Sycing to go into first gear
At Stop: Do I put in Neutral or Sync to first Gear and hold clutch?
Pop out of first gear: Some time hard to get into First gear or part into First gear. Other time no problem


Thanks

_Robert

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 8 2019, 08:33 AM

For me during the build clinic I gained a lot of information when you reviewed the things that typically fail and those that don't so that would be useful. Also the cost of some of the bearings are very high so it is good to know which ones you are likely to have to replace.

Explain stock gearing, modifications that can be made, and in what application does it make sense. Everyone I know seems to think the 914 needs a taller 5th gear so the engine will only be at 2,000 RPM while cruising on the highway which is a bad idea.

Address what HP a stock 901 can handle and improvements that can be made to deal with higher HP.

Bring a stack for people to see and look at gears.

Address pros/cons of LSD and what options are available.

Side shift vs tail shift and converting tail to side.

Resolve the controversy of dino oil vs synthetic.

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 8 2019, 02:09 PM

"Resolve the controversy of dino oil vs synthetic."


Oh sure, while Im at it I will negotiate a peace treaty in the middle east and join the two political parties here at home Ill do my best


Good stuff. I have a cut away case I can bring and let people touch all over. As for diagnostics, I can go over how things function and that naturally leads into how they dysfunction. Also, people are welcome to hit me up for advice and BS about trans stuff while Im walking around.

Mainly, depends on how big a room, how many people, seated or standing, etc. We will try for video and I cam put video up on a screen or something if a big room. Hell, I have a 120" screen and projector of my own if need be. Just dont have camera.

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 9 2019, 12:33 PM

We will have a big room. I would think that given the time, the majority of people woll be there for you presentation. We are at 135!

Posted by: 914dave Aug 13 2019, 10:24 AM

30 DAYS!!!!!

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 13 2019, 11:44 AM

Got check in the mail today.

Posted by: seanpaulmc Aug 13 2019, 04:35 PM

Looking at going to Okteenerfest again this year. Went last year and had a great time and gained a lot of inspiration.

Wife cannot attend with me. Host hotel is filled. Wondering if anyone may be looking to split a room and defray some of the lodging costs? Anyone need a roommate?

This is a very generous community as I've learned by reading these posts. However, sharing a room with an unknown is a bit Weird so I do understand.

Thanks for considering.

Sean

Posted by: poorsche914 Aug 14 2019, 10:09 AM

Quick numbers update:

147 attendees
77 914s!!!

Numbers have increased every year and, since the first event in 2013, this event has TRIPLED in size!
This year we welcome 40+ newcomers to Okteenerfest.

Posted by: malcolm2 Aug 14 2019, 11:13 AM

I took full advantage of the good Doc back in 2015, i do believe. He straightened out my tranz. Thanks for the coupon, sorry for the trouble..... But FYI the tranz has over 40K miles on it since you cracked it open.

Good luck to the winner of this great gift.

Posted by: trojanhorsepower Aug 14 2019, 03:25 PM

Registered!
Unfortunately unless there is a 914 miracle, I will not have my car there.

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 14 2019, 07:31 PM

Let me know what miracle you need. I have had a couple recently so it doesn’t hurt to ask.

Posted by: malcolm2 Aug 14 2019, 08:58 PM

If you get no takers, try the smoketree motel. I was late to reserve and found them. Did you put your name on the BW waiting list? They called me yesterday and i passed. It is smoke tree for me.

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Aug 14 2019, 10:06 PM

Msds, inc. wishing all of you a Great Okteenerfest ! and shipping out a T4 2L high flow cone air filter kit for one of your Raffle prizes.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Aug 16 2019, 07:42 AM

any plans for swap meet or room for that?
also if help available i would love to get my Tarret front control arm drop links installed, do you want to do this again?

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 16 2019, 10:38 AM

You should sigh up for the sway bar install.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Aug 18 2019, 03:01 PM

Perfect- I will bring them with and will sign up.
Unfortunately I recently went from being a “do everything myself” to “not allowed to do anything “

Posted by: seanpaulmc Aug 18 2019, 06:25 PM

Getting on the waiting list worked. Got booked at the host hotel this weekend.

Bob, check is in the mail for the Okteenerfest registration.

Looking forward to another fantastic event!

-Sean

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 18 2019, 06:31 PM

Oh ya, wife and I are booked at the main hotel as well.

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 20 2019, 10:32 AM

The guys at 914 Rubber have been busy but just confirmed they are providing a lucky winner one of their prized rebuilt https://900designs-container.zoeysite.com/steering-rack-type-c-rebuild!

Also in Tech Session #4 Mark will be showing everyone how to properly install the front trunk seals and what adhesives to use. Someone signs up for the http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?s=&showtopic=340088&view=findpost&p=2739952will get these and other things installed on their car!

914 Rubber will be giving all attendees a $25 gift certificate!

Posted by: malcolm2 Aug 20 2019, 11:08 AM

One of the awesome reasons to attend. You always come away with more than $75 worth.

Thanks.

Posted by: 914dave Aug 22 2019, 10:40 AM

Three weeks people!!!

Posted by: poorsche914 Aug 22 2019, 10:45 AM

And, even with a few people having to cancel, we are officially at 150 attendees

Posted by: Betty Aug 23 2019, 09:03 PM

I am SO freaking psyched!!!

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Aug 23 2019, 09:45 PM

Ditto! 2 weeks ago I was on my back in bed not sure if I would be going anywhere anytime soon, but I WILL be seeing you all in 3 weeks!!

Posted by: poorsche914 Aug 23 2019, 10:02 PM

Registration for Okteenerfest 2019 is now officially closed. Including a last minute registration (a new 914 owner from Georgia), there are 154 people signed up to attend.

This event has grown from 40+ people and just over 2 dozen 914s in 2013 to this year's record setting 154 attendees. And, though 15 914s will be left at home, 79 will attempt to make it to Okteenerfest... 22 being trailered and 57 being driven to the event!

The next couple of weeks are going to be crazy for many of us as we make the mad dash to prep our 914s for this special weekend. See you all in September!

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Aug 24 2019, 04:16 PM

Showing off our '18 Tees...great stuff !!
Thank you Mike Blizzard ¡¡

Posted by: preach Aug 24 2019, 04:38 PM

If the Powers That Be wanted to sell extra shirts at the end of the fest that said:

I suck. I failed to attend:

over the Okteenerfest logo on the front I would buy one in XL.


One of these days...

Posted by: BENBRO02 Aug 24 2019, 05:49 PM

I just checked and it's 401 miles from my house to Banner Elk with a stop in Gastonia to pickup my friend. Wish me luck!

Posted by: ClayPerrine Aug 24 2019, 07:34 PM

Piker......

14 h 55 min (1,012 miles). One on the trailer, and one being driven. The only reason I am trailering is this is a new build engine, and I still have not started it.

Got the shifter hooked up and working.....

Posted by: Jamie Aug 24 2019, 08:50 PM

So Clay, will you be ready to just start it so we can go Oohh and Aahhh and make us all want such POWER?

Posted by: ClayPerrine Aug 24 2019, 09:42 PM

Yes.. it will be running at Okteenerfest. Lots of things won't be perfect, but it will be there.

I was thinking about bringing some ramps to put the back end up in the air so everyone can see underneath.

Posted by: 914forme Aug 25 2019, 08:30 AM

You taking the mirror out of the hotel also

Can't wait to see everyone and all the cars in various 914 states. Stock to wildly modified, always great fun.

Posted by: BENBRO02 Aug 25 2019, 11:39 AM

I had to look "piker" up. I'll buy you a beer if we both make it.

Posted by: 914dave Aug 26 2019, 07:42 AM

17 days and this is the state of the engine. I guess I have my work cut out for me.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Aug 26 2019, 05:47 PM

Why was it out? I hope you can make it again this year, what a beautiful build!!!

Posted by: mepstein Aug 26 2019, 05:54 PM

I'm guessing he couldn't live with the plane jane intake manifolds.

Posted by: Betty Aug 26 2019, 05:59 PM

Posted by: 914dave Aug 26 2019, 06:11 PM

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Why was it out? I hope you can make it again this year, what a beautiful build!!!
[/quote]
Phil
Had to replace the intake manifolds. One of the ears on my originals broke during the original assembly. Mepstein loaned me a set while mine was being welded. Plus a few upgrades and valve adjustment while it’s out. Don’t worry. I’ll be there. Hope you’re feeling better. See you soon
Dave

Posted by: naro914 Aug 28 2019, 08:36 AM

NaroEscape Motorsports is offering our 914-6 Conversion Engine Mount at $100 off the normal price for Okteenerfest attendees and must be purchased at Okteenerfest. This is your chance if you have a project now or upcoming to pick up our mount at a greatly reduced price. I'll have a few with me but if you know you're going to want one, message me so I'll hold one for you.

We'll also be offering a coupon code to attendees for 10% off anything we carry.

https://naroescapemotorsports.com/product/914-6-conversion-engine-mount/

Posted by: Dr Evil Aug 28 2019, 12:01 PM

Had a customer that will be at this event ask if they can just drop their transmission off with me at the event. What a great idea! If anyone wants to save on one way shipping, feel free to drop off your gear boxes to me. I am bring a truck. Already have a bunch of cores that Garold is bringing that I bought.

Posted by: Rusty Aug 29 2019, 09:04 AM

Posted by: 914dave Aug 29 2019, 10:52 AM

2 weeks !!!!!!

Posted by: Mblizzard Aug 29 2019, 11:13 AM

Hope your engine is further along than mine!

Posted by: Jamie Aug 29 2019, 11:13 AM

And I've been watching the hurricane approach remembering last year's experience. At least this year the storm appears to be too early by a week to affect our event! Yeah!!

Posted by: malcolm2 Aug 29 2019, 11:41 AM

As I have heard my mechanics say many times, "All you lack is finishin' ! "

Posted by: 914dave Aug 29 2019, 12:26 PM

You got this Mike. You have all the hard work done. I expect a video of a running engine by Monday afternoon. Mine is together, valves adjusted waiting to go in. Making some improvements on a few other items. I should have it running by Monday.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Aug 29 2019, 12:41 PM

last 2 years actually and remember 2 years ago we even had power outages in Helen due to the tornado damage from that storm(Matthew I think) so here is praying for no storm to contend with in 2 weeks- we are moving the next 2 days and our forecast in coastal SC is 65% chance of rain and storms,

Posted by: ClayPerrine Aug 30 2019, 12:34 PM

We are planning lunch in Knoxville on the way in on Thursday. Anyone who is traveling through Knoxville is welcome to join us. Details are in the DFW Caravan thread.

We can get a large group headed from there to Banner Elk.

Posted by: Betty Aug 31 2019, 06:25 AM

I would like to propose a HUGE ceremonial box of Band-Aids be given at the Saturday awards banquet to:
"The Person With The Most Injuries To Their Body, Received As A Result Of Thrashing Their Car Until The Very Last Minute Trying To Get It To Okteenerfest 2019".

(The thoughts that come to you, standing in the pharmacy, in the aisle with all of the First Aid stuff, holding a big ol' box of Band-Aids, thinking to yourself "maybe I should get two?")


I'll even supply the box of 'Ceremonial Band-Aids' to be given away... we seem to have more than one of them.

Posted by: 914dave Aug 31 2019, 07:27 AM

This is a great idea! It makes me wonder if Clay has a head start on the rest of us?

Posted by: naro914 Aug 31 2019, 07:41 AM

Hmmm....me thinks this is fixed with a pre determined winner?

Posted by: Rusty Aug 31 2019, 08:11 AM

There's precedent for that... For example, Clay was going home with the Shaft last year no matter how much I had to lie embellish.

Posted by: cashiersjm Aug 31 2019, 08:56 PM

Well if Betty is bringing the band aids, I'll bring the disinfectant

Posted by: ClayPerrine Aug 31 2019, 09:14 PM

Hey Rusty!

It's not a good job until you bleed on it and cuss at it. So this is a REALLY good job!!

Posted by: Betty Aug 31 2019, 10:00 PM

You want to talk about fixed?! Clay was saying the other day there should be an award at Okteenerfest for the 914 with the most spark plugs (his new engine is a twin plug with a grand total of 12). I just told him to quit trying to think of pity awards he could win and get back to working on the freaking car!

Posted by: naro914 Sep 1 2019, 05:51 AM

What a sorry “little” man he is...

Posted by: Betty Sep 1 2019, 10:24 PM

Now... THAT is what I call some proper disinfectant!

Posted by: stevend914 Sep 2 2019, 05:42 AM

Getting an early start...heading out the door...Vermont, then North Carolina.

Posted by: 914dave Sep 2 2019, 08:18 AM

10 days. I guess I’d better get this back n the hole. Mike Blizzard how are your engine adventures going. Haven’t needed any band aids. Didn’t have enough time to twin plug the motor for the “Spark” award. Hahaha

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 2 2019, 10:35 AM

Whoever brought this last year please note**
I would gladly compensate you for a bottle or two of the 914 Bourbon!!
Please Lmk if you are coming and can bring extra!

Posted by: 914dave Sep 2 2019, 12:20 PM

I tried to purchase this year. Pennsylvania must have changed their import policies on hooch. I can’t bringnit this year.

Posted by: cashiersjm Sep 2 2019, 07:51 PM

I currently have 2 bottles, I'll reserve one for you, the other can be "open" for discussion

Posted by: RichPugh Sep 2 2019, 09:09 PM

Well... I'm sure that the 914 isn't making it (currently at Translog getting the engine compartment painted, etc.) and the 993 is stuck in the shop having an AC repair completed and was getting an alignment before the 15+ hour drive (round trip to/from Baltimore/Banner Elk) but needs some rear upper control arms so I doubt it'll be ready by next Wednesday to drive down... so, looks like I'll just be driving down the daily driver (2014 VW Tiguan R-Line). Anyone need anything? Air Compressor? Floor jack? Air tank? I'll have plenty of room to haul crap down now... LOL. Still excited about coming... just wont have a Porsche with me this year.

In the meantime, here's some pics of what I wont be bringing... haha

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 3 2019, 03:59 AM

Getting close!

Hope it starts!

Posted by: Ecke Liebhaber Sep 3 2019, 05:48 AM

Yea, I 'm a little late making reservations,

Which of the local hotels is the best choice ?
It seems like comparing 914s to 911s!!

I've never been to that area no idea of 'lay of the land'.
Any help appreciated.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 3 2019, 05:56 AM

Awesome! I looked on line and they do ship it but not to SC apparently .
Maybe there is something you can’t get normally get I could “trade” or repay you with?
I have some Eagle Rare 10 year, one Blanton’s .
Cheers!

Posted by: bahnzai Sep 3 2019, 06:44 AM

Ecke,
FYI a couple of pages back, Malcolm2 recommended the smoketree motel.
You might reach out to him or the folks at that motel for more feedback.

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 3 2019, 08:57 AM

Yep Smoke Tree is a few miles down the road from Best Western. $80-ish IIRC

Posted by: Ecke Liebhaber Sep 3 2019, 01:19 PM

Thanks, Ill check it out.

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 3 2019, 01:47 PM

Getting there but might be able to give Clay a run on the band-aids.



Looks much better now!

Going to run through a check list tonight. need to pull teh trans and check flywheel play. Was tired when completed it so I just want to be sure.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 3 2019, 02:01 PM

One “new” item that may get into the garage before next week is my original back pad was recently recovered by a local auto interior guy. Foam is in great shape, and a month ago just a day before my heart attack episode I removed the old vinyl, with intention of recovering it myself but with having to move etc I didn’t think it would get done, so many thanks to my friend Jim that knew this guy and took it all over to get done! Now
I just need to locate an OEM back pad light !

Mike , looks like you are going to make it! Praying for it to fire up and run on with out complication.

Posted by: Jamie Sep 3 2019, 02:07 PM

Hey, that stuff is distilled in NuYak according to the label, so it can't be called bourbon because it's not made in Kentucky! It's just common ol' whisky!

Posted by: 914dave Sep 3 2019, 02:26 PM

You’re getting close Mike! Damn the band aids, full speed ahead. Hahaha

Posted by: Garland Sep 3 2019, 02:51 PM

914 / Believe it or not “WineOLand” https://www.wineoland.com/main.asp?request=SEARCH& will ship to Michigan. I found no other seller that will ship outside the NewYork Area .
Use key word 914 in search box.

Posted by: Ecke Liebhaber Sep 4 2019, 01:17 PM

Smoke Tree it is, Thanks for the info.
Looking forward to seeing 914s and assorted enthusiasts!
Cheers
Bates

Posted by: lvnzdrm Sep 5 2019, 04:20 AM

New FI harness in, tires all balanced, need to give the car a good bath and figure out packing with the wife coming. Leaving Wednesday out of VA and heading to Mountain City TN to stay at her brothers. Meeting a few guys there noonish on Thursday, then will head to Banner Elk after checking out some of the local roads. See you guys soon.


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Posted by: naro914 Sep 5 2019, 06:06 AM

Registration packets are “stuffed”....

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 5 2019, 06:15 AM

So close!

Posted by: 914dave Sep 5 2019, 07:14 AM

It’s national Stay home and get your teener running for Okteenerfest day! Spread the word. ONE WEEK PEOPLE!!!!!

Posted by: Garland Sep 5 2019, 07:26 AM

“It’s national Stay home and get your teener running for Okteenerfest day!”

Finishing up a little modification I never finished on the underside of the hood before Okteenerfest.

Posted by: Olympic 914 Sep 5 2019, 09:19 AM

Little time with the sewing machine and I whipped up some protectors for the tie down straps going through the wheels.

When I picked up the Cayman last year I had to trailer it home and I had cut up a old blanket in to pieces to wrap around the straps so they wouldn't rub the finish on the wheels. It worked, but looked kind of shitty with the loose ends flapping in the wind.

so this morning I dug out the pieces and sewed them into tubes. Then I can slide them over the tie down straps where they hit the wheels.

Yeah I am trailering down.

Since the car doesn't need the engine pulled out or anything like that.....
All it will need is a bath before we go and I am ready.

See you then.

Posted by: ValcoOscar Sep 5 2019, 09:31 AM

Great idea to protect rims.
I use OLD SOCKS when hauling cars on my P Hauler.

Oscar

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 5 2019, 10:25 AM

Dude you need a tag from 1970-whatever.

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 5 2019, 10:26 AM

Dude you need a tag from 1970-whatever.

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 5 2019, 10:28 AM

https://www.ebay.com/i/323896237195?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&itemid=323896237195&targetid=538495483095&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9013130&poi=&campaignid=1881946470&mkgroupid=74094014870&rlsatarget=pla-538495483095&abcId=1139336&merchantid=118868701&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5MLrBRClARIsAPG0WGx1MY1sxQGfORXMU2Qn9EBrwG_GZCanmKHThSdRRB-jGmQrpC0WYxUaAn2kEALw_wcB


https://saleofcar.com/plates/1972-1973-0142369

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 5 2019, 10:33 AM

always thought of doing that but have not accomplished it yet!

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 5 2019, 10:33 AM

Here's my tag I found at a VW show.

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 5 2019, 10:54 AM

PERFECT !

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 5 2019, 10:58 AM

Well there you go. 2 links about $20. I guess you will have to re-register, but just once and never again.

Here in middle TN they have a few more years of emissions testing. That is why I went Antique with my 86 VW. But I was always worried that I would get pulled over. They say, if you get a ticket, driving on a weekday, you could have to pay ever year's registration fee since you got the tag....

Another benefit of going with a 70s tag is most cops don't know it is antique. With yours, it is right there in front of them. Now get off the PC and start breaking in that new engine!

Posted by: Ecke Liebhaber Sep 5 2019, 11:34 AM

Parts available at Okteenerfest:

PM me if you want any of these;

I will only be bringing items that are pre-sold or spoken for prior to 9/12.

Items are listed in Parts For sale section with photos.

Sail Panel steel repair panels - both sides; $200.00

Engine side lower crossmember repair panel ; $200.00

Door Jamb Repair panels - both sides ; $200.00

Wet Okole seat covers Bright Yellow Brand New! in bag; $150.00

Used Stainless Headers Good condition; $175.00

Okteenerfest delivery available.
I will only bring parts that are presold or spoken for.[i]

Posted by: Garland Sep 5 2019, 11:42 AM

Hoods done, now just cleaning up the car for the long drive.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 5 2019, 12:32 PM

I am bringing a couple boxes of new and used extra parts from when I finished off my car last year, but I have a few larger parts that I am selling , but would like to know if there is interest before hauling them with-
1. Restoration Design steel outer rocker panels
2. Good condition RS style door panels with fiberglass cores
3. WAS top -
4. Black carpet and floor mats - nice perlon, was in car for one year.
- more to come-

Posted by: ClayPerrine Sep 5 2019, 02:06 PM

REAR door panels? Maybe they can use them on the Limo......

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 5 2019, 02:46 PM

Oops- auto correct at it again! I typed RS style- didnt notice the change- now corrected

Posted by: Ecke Liebhaber Sep 5 2019, 03:30 PM

Good idea to make wheel protectors.

I regularly tie down my wire wheeled Morgan by the rims...
Thanks for the great idea. I'll be making some 'Rim Tubes' for use on cars that will allow.
Moving Blankets from Harbor Freight about to be re purposed.

Posted by: 914dave Sep 5 2019, 04:49 PM

National stay home and get your 914 running for Okteenerfest day was a success! Cars running no issues. Clean her up and a shake down cruise this weekend. See you in a week!

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Sep 5 2019, 05:24 PM

eBay, 1973 vintage plate



Only wish my initials were EJB

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 5 2019, 07:54 PM

Also perfect.

Posted by: Dr Evil Sep 6 2019, 01:19 PM

30 DVD sets burned so far. Need to order more blanks and cases.

Posted by: 914forme Sep 6 2019, 06:59 PM

RS Door Panels, we can talk about them.

I can bring down a few items with me that are high shipping charges also.

2.7L 911 Engine all torn apart - it is missing an oil cooler
2.7L Mahle Pistons and Jugs
Set of 914-6 Steelies
914-6 GT rear brakes
914-6 Oil Tank has pun holes
914-6 Heat exchangers Pin worms, and flange issues
Early 911 Muffler - fits the 914-6
Quaiffe Torque Bias Limited Slip Diff

Let me know, I will put them in the SUV and bring them down

Posted by: 914dave Sep 7 2019, 09:40 AM

Shifter is in and adjusted along with a much needed cell phone mount. Shake down run tomorrow then a proper wash. A couple of days to get my gear and tools together. Any updates on Mr Blizzard’s engine install?

Posted by: BENBRO02 Sep 8 2019, 07:11 AM

You could change your name to match the plate.

Posted by: bdstone914 Sep 8 2019, 07:38 AM

Weather looks iffy.

Posted by: bdstone914 Sep 8 2019, 07:38 AM

Weather looks iffy.


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Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 8 2019, 09:48 AM

That’s their daily forecast, “chance of “scattered “showers “

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Sep 8 2019, 10:54 AM

That's fall weather in NC.

Btw, same thing goes for spring

Posted by: lvnzdrm Sep 8 2019, 12:38 PM

Remember last year.... hurricane turned into 2 beautiful days.

Posted by: Rusty Sep 8 2019, 01:09 PM

Oh heck... I'll play too.

Posted by: 914dave Sep 8 2019, 02:54 PM

Combine this with 914 bourbon! It could get weird folks.

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Sep 8 2019, 06:05 PM

Funny BUT technically the full moon is 12:53am on the 14th

Posted by: Garland Sep 9 2019, 11:14 AM

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 9 2019, 11:35 AM

Ooooh, I know what that is

Posted by: 914forme Sep 9 2019, 12:53 PM

Well I am out for this event. Wife's side of the family lost a long standing member, funeral services land right in the middle of this event.

Good news for you all, room is open in the Best Western if you're on the waiting list.

Posted by: 914dave Sep 9 2019, 06:39 PM

Went to open the drivers door and it wouldn’t open. Turns out it’s handy to have spare parts. All better now. Can’t imagine climbing in and out of the passenger door all Okteenerfest. Hahaha

Posted by: bdstone914 Sep 9 2019, 07:20 PM

New donation


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Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 9 2019, 07:37 PM

Very Cool!
I know where some of my tickets are going!

Posted by: Garland Sep 9 2019, 07:56 PM

Posted by: bdstone914 Sep 9 2019, 08:30 PM

I want it too but it will seen rigged If I get it.

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 10 2019, 06:18 AM

Well My car is out. Working on starting it and fried the ECU.

Out of time and out of money!

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 10 2019, 06:19 AM

Posted by: 914dave Sep 10 2019, 06:25 AM

[quote name='Mblizzard' date='Sep 10 2019, 08:18 AM' post='2745803']
Well My car is out. Working on starting it and fried the ECU.

Out of time and out of money!


Bummer!!! You gave it the old college try!!!

Posted by: North Coast Jim Sep 10 2019, 06:46 AM

Last Minute details to attend to today. Load up later today and heading out bright and early with a heading of due south. Octeenerfest here we come !!!!

Posted by: billh1963 Sep 10 2019, 06:55 AM

I’ll be there for the first time in three years. I attended the first three then we had three years of hurricanes and related damage in SC. This year no hurricanes. However, I did have to go to DC for work this week so won’t be in a 914. I’ll be driving down from DC Thursday. I did drive my Boxster to DC. So, at least I will be in a Porsche!

Posted by: ClayPerrine Sep 10 2019, 07:11 AM

We leave tomorrow morning, 0600, to beat rush hour traffic out of Dallas.

See y'all on Thursday.





"Life's been good to me so far.... " Joe Walsh.

Posted by: bdstone914 Sep 10 2019, 08:10 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=15438

Well My car is out. Working on starting it and fried the ECU.

Out of time and out of money!
[/quote]

Mike,

I have tested of ECU's. I could bring one or ship it to you.

Bruce

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 10 2019, 08:21 AM

[quote name='bdstone914' date='Sep 10 2019, 06:10 AM' post='2745850']
@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=15438

Well My car is out. Working on starting it and fried the ECU.

Out of time and out of money!
[/quote]

Mike,

I have tested of ECU's. I could bring one or ship it to you.

Bruce
[/quote]

Its Microsquirt.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 10 2019, 08:50 AM

Well I got one of my 3 punch list issues taken care of- back pad recovered and last night reassembled! Should get this in car tonight!
- this was a 914rubber.com kit, with my original backpad and foam.

- so btw I may be selling my other back pad- it’s the fiberglass ones that have a 1/8”foam and wrapped with sport vinyl, perfect for someone that wants a backpad that does not stick out as far as a standard one, say if you use some type or racing seat like Sheels etc. my car had 911/993 seat in it at one time and the seats could go all the way back - PM anyone if interested- that one is also black.

Phil


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Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 10 2019, 10:37 AM

Time for Admin to start a Live Event uploaded for 2019 Okteenerfest pictures??

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 10 2019, 10:49 AM

Started one http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=340522. Will need an admin to activate.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Sep 10 2019, 12:10 PM

Well... that means you are riding with me on the tour.

By the way, do you have an adult diaper???

Posted by: naro914 Sep 10 2019, 01:39 PM

Pfft...you're driving...not Betty (or did you ask him that because ANY driving you do is terrifying?)

Posted by: ClayPerrine Sep 10 2019, 02:44 PM

Nadine... please kick Bob out of the car and make him ride with me. I want to scare him!

Posted by: naro914 Sep 10 2019, 04:10 PM

Just a reminder...

Posted by: lvnzdrm Sep 10 2019, 07:11 PM

Heading out in the AM to Mountain City, staying the night at family’s house then meeting a few around noon on Thursday. We’re going to hit a few twistys and work our way over to Banner Elk. See everyone soon!!

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 10 2019, 08:21 PM

I am not getting in that with 100 adult diapers.

Posted by: Minerva's 914 Sep 10 2019, 09:08 PM

LOL

Posted by: GaroldShaffer Sep 10 2019, 09:36 PM

We will be on the road tomorrow once the wife gets home from work. Staying the night in Louisville KY tomorrow night and finish the drive Thursday. Trailering the beast there. Really looking forward to this!!!

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 11 2019, 12:34 PM

Here's an interesting fact... the approx 100 "owner" attendees (not counting spouses, friends, etc who are also attending) collectively own over 160 914s
In total, this group has owned well over 300 914s over the years... this number does not include the half dozen who answered "I lost count"

We hope to see ~70 of these 914s at Okteenerfest

Posted by: Dr Evil Sep 11 2019, 05:28 PM

Just reading over the email for the event and a little confused. Where am I doing my tech session? No mention of inside the hotel, some mention of multiples out in the parking lot? I wont be there until early Friday evening at best because I have my kiddo Thursday and he has to go to school

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 11 2019, 06:18 PM

You will be inside in the banquet hall!

Event rule if you show up late you have to buy event organizers a beer.

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 11 2019, 06:21 PM

For all of you that are meeting for lunch in Knoxville we are meeting for Lunch
Corner 16
1640 Bob Kirby Rd,
Knoxville, TN 37931

We will be stopping at exit 407 to pick up Rick Orr. Call me at+18653371453 if you have questions.

Posted by: sholman5 Sep 11 2019, 06:26 PM

How about Granny's homemade elixer.

Posted by: 914four Sep 11 2019, 07:43 PM

The Texas and Alabama folks are planning to meet up at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and that looks like a convenient place to stop.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 11 2019, 09:41 PM

Holy cow not packed yet! Which shirt to bring? How about all 6 previous Okteenerfest shirts! See ya’all tomorrow/Friday


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Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 11 2019, 09:48 PM

Rockwood TN

Posted by: Rusty Sep 12 2019, 04:15 AM

No Waffle House?

Posted by: ClayPerrine Sep 12 2019, 05:27 AM

Unlike you, we have a little class....

Posted by: Garland Sep 12 2019, 09:22 AM

Stopped in Ohio but on our way

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 12 2019, 09:32 AM

Clay will be delayed. Heading out now.

Posted by: dakotaewing Sep 12 2019, 12:46 PM

Anybody near Dillard GA, near the Tenn state line?
Matt Cobb is broken down with a missing taco plate ,
and may need some assistance. He is traveling with
his brother, and have an additional car.
Additional details on the 914 world facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/402029799831413/2759986870702349/?comment_id=2760069167360786& amp;reply_comment_id=2760089780692058¬if_id=1568312298109557¬if_t=group_commen
t_mention

Posted by: Dr Evil Sep 12 2019, 02:11 PM

I bet if he can get a tow to the event we could get the parts from someone and fix it in the parking lot. Just like old times

Posted by: db9146 Sep 12 2019, 06:13 PM

I thought I was going to make it to Okteenerfest but It looks like I'm not....so is anyone still looking for a room at the hotel?

Dee Bryson (678) 429-3864

Posted by: billh1963 Sep 12 2019, 07:48 PM

Looks like a couple of us have had mechanical problems. I had to go to Virginia for work before coming to Okteenerfest. So, rather than be Porscheless I drove the Boxster. Was 10 minutes from the hotel in Banner Elk and lost the Boxster engine. Probably IMS.

Much thanks to DrPhil and his friend Jim. They were about an hour behind me. When he got to my location Phil unloaded his 914 from the trailer and gave me a ride to Enterprise so I could rent a car (made it 7 minutes before closing). In the meantime Jim stayed with my Boxster until AAA showed up. I got back to the car just as he finished loading it on the flatbed.

Oh well..... crap happens! At least I made it this year even if it is in a rented Kia!

Posted by: mepstein Sep 12 2019, 07:55 PM

My first Octeenerfest was in a rental car but I passengered in Bob's/Saigon car and had a great time.
Glad the engine issue didn't get too messy.

Posted by: stevend914 Sep 15 2019, 04:49 PM

14 1/2 hour ordeal today, but I'm home. Just under 3950 miles, St. Louis to Vermont to North Carolina to St. Louis. Hope my back recovers soon.

Posted by: db9146 Sep 15 2019, 08:44 PM

My issue turned out to be the fuel pump. Got hot in the Atlanta traffic Thursday afternoon (98 degrees plus bad traffic) and the pressure dropped, causing the rise in AFR and the rough running. Glad I turned around and headed home though we hate that we missed Okteenerfest this year.

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 16 2019, 08:56 AM

I did not see a photo uploader for this. Did I miss it?

As usual, the event staff did an awesome job. Tremendous....

Thanks to all involved,

Clark

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 16 2019, 09:01 AM

- I assume you are referring to the Okteenerfest event- here you go-
Email : events@914world.com for email upload of single photo or
Also can post on the actual thread:

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=340522

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 16 2019, 09:25 AM

Thanks, I did find it. I wish you could do more than 1 photo at a time tho.

Posted by: stephenaki Sep 17 2019, 06:36 AM

So Okteenerfest 2019 was a phenomenal success and a great time was had by all! I believe we had 60 cars there, Bob and the gang will need to confirm, and over 150 people in attendance. We gave out over 150+ prizes as part of the raffle drawings and we added in a trivia quiz this year that was spur of the moment but made for some lively entertainment.

Much thanks to all our sponsors for supporting this event and providing so many prizes and even more thanks to all those who attended. I will echo what Bob said on Saturday night, without you all, there would be no gathering of truly wonderful and people who all love a unique and often maligned little car. The 914 may have been the bastard child of Porsche and Volkswagen but the people who cherish this rather sexy illegitimate child continue to impress and amaze me every year at this event.

I belong to many automotive clubs from Mercedes to MGs to the Antique Automobile Club of America and although each have their quirks and personalities, the people who own 914s are by far my favorite! It is a community with a wealth of humor, mirth and giving who always step up to help others in need and never put on airs.

I hope to see you all again next year and lets see if we can break the record of cars and participants!

Posted by: billh1963 Sep 17 2019, 11:52 AM

I agree. I dropped my Ferrari club membership after some bad experiences and the last couple PCA events I attended were more “conspicuous consumption “ orgies than car events. The best events I attend are Okteenerfest and Corvair meets. Maybe it’s because these cars were unloved for so long the owners developed a passion for the car regardless of what others thought? I don’t know.

What I do know is that the people who attend Okteenerfest (and Corvair) events are some of the most generous and down to earth people I have met....anywhere.

Posted by: t collins Sep 17 2019, 01:00 PM

Dr. Evil is quite the tranny educator, comedian, and talented guitar player....
Our thanks to you for taking the time to be here with us!

s

Posted by: Dr Evil Sep 17 2019, 03:43 PM

You flatter me, Tom. It was great to be with my people again, it had been too long. It’s true, 914 people are different in a great way

Posted by: db9146 Sep 18 2019, 09:44 AM

Just an FYI, a couple of weeks before Okteenerfest, I reached out to Mike Blizzard and obtained a copy of the Sponsor Letter for Okteenerfest. With that in hand and being a 30+ year member of PCA, I contacted Vu Nguyen, PCA president. I had already reached out to Ezra Jones at PCNA directly (he was the PCNA representative that hosted the 914 event at the Atlanta Experience Center) to make him aware of Okteenerfest and 914World in general.

I contacted Vu via email and then spoke with him by phone and asked that he help me make contact with the person at PCNA in Atlanta with the following objectives:
1) make them aware of Okteenerfest,
2) let them know that there would likely be a large turnout at Okteenerfest (and there was compared to the 10 914s that showed up at the PCNA event), and
3) try to get some support from PCA or PCNA for Okteenerfest (either in the form of cash support or any door prize or memorabilia items that they might already have in the works for the Atlanta event).

Vu was not aware of Okteenerfest but he at least knows about it now. He said that he would try to reach out to someone at PCNA but I never heard back and my follow up call from the week before Okteenerfest was not returned.

I believe it would be worth a follow up to Vu for support of Okteenerfest next year. I can continue to work this if Bob and Mike are okay with me doing this.....I'm certainly willing to help if I can.

Posted by: Jamie Sep 18 2019, 12:36 PM

I haven't talked to Vu in several years, does he still own his 914?

Posted by: Betty Sep 20 2019, 06:36 PM

Ummm..... hello?! How about formal invitations issued (well before the actual event so they could really have a chance to schedule it) to Vu and to Manny Alban (past PCA President and also a hard core 914 guy - he's ridden around COTA in my car) to attend Okteenerfest next year? I would be happy to pay for one of their entry fees in the spirit of "Let's show you what 914 people really represent...".

Posted by: Rusty Sep 26 2019, 06:54 AM

Per request from Clay, the 914 Special Interest Group discussion has been split into it's own thread.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=340832

Posted by: Mblizzard Sep 26 2019, 06:56 AM

I emailed John and was respectful in my wording. But regardless of the reasoning, those on the outside can only see this as a very exclusionary action by PCA. I know there will be lots of “reasons” that explain what it’s not, but the simple reality is there is no other way for 914 owners to take this.

As a well funded organization PCA should be smart enough to know that. Regardless of reasons for the action there was clearly a million better ways to go about it.

We will wait to see how they respond. Not quite to canceling my membership but getting close.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 26 2019, 09:05 AM

I called the PCA and emailed and left multiple messages for Vu and his assistant, and I never had one of those responded to- and this was back when we first knew the PCNA was doing thie 914 thing on 9/14. And I know HE KNEW about Okteenerfest if he told you he didn't know he is lying........ they don't give a shit if you cancel your membership I think because I told them that multiple times , that if I received no call back or email that's whats happening. The only thing that has kept me from following thru with that was the contact I had with the guy that Bob Seville had us email about them dropping the 914registry, and he did respond back and forth a couple times and we discussed the Renwerks reunion coming up at Amelia Island and Ameila and Porshce having plans for display of 914's there for the 50th, and I would like to be part of that, - but if I get no response back from PCA or PCNA regarding that then my resignation from all things PCA including my local committee involvement will be done. for these things to happen right now right in the middle of the 50th is even a bigger slap in the face of all 914 owners . I have a feeling PCNA as a whole does not give a crap and apparently Vu and PCA don't either. IF YOU DO SHOW ME!!!!!!"
" its not your words its your actions........ that will prove your true heart and intentions"

Posted by: naro914 Sep 26 2019, 09:11 AM

To be clear...PCNA is in no way associated with PCA or the 914 Register Group. PCNA is Porsche Cars North America. They are a company. They sell new cars and quite honestly make zero money off of us 914 owners (ok, I do buy my oil filters from the local dealer for the race car but...) PCA is the club, and the register groups fall under PCA.

Also...please lets keep this thread about Okteenerfest and move all 914 Register discussion to the new thread.

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 26 2019, 09:13 AM

Sorry will do , my bad, just saw the link to other thread

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 26 2019, 03:28 PM

Sorry for the delay in getting the "as you entered" Car Show photos posted - left Banner Elk after the banquet, drove three hours home, tried to sleep a couple hours, then left for a 7:30am flight to Las Vegas to work an event. Finally getting over the long week and time change

I have posted all Okteenerfest 2019 images to the https://drive.google.com/open?id=1DunicP8HAr984jSkJvQUgBadSDW7JrSj on Google Drive. This folder also contains images from all past Okteenerfest events. Enjoy!

Posted by: JFJ914 Sep 27 2019, 08:38 AM

Thank you Steve!

Posted by: BENBRO02 Sep 27 2019, 10:49 AM

Thanks! I'm going to get a 8x10 to put in my office.

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 27 2019, 10:57 AM

If you want a high resolution version for printing, PM me and I will be glad to send you the file.

steve

Posted by: Jamie Sep 27 2019, 06:08 PM

I see only the car show entries Steve, what about the awards from the banquet?

Posted by: poorsche914 Sep 27 2019, 07:07 PM

I haven't even looked at those images yet but will plan on posting them this weekend. Thanks for the reminder, Jamie.

steve

Posted by: stephenaki Oct 2 2019, 01:52 PM

OK, I have been lax in getting these posted but I finally got the chance to pull them off the camera. These are all the photos I took for the event. Some are better than others and I may have missed a few. Please feel free to download and use any of the pictures that are posted.

https://ibb.co/album/kHSKwF

I had better pics last year but the area allowed for a bit of a better setup. We'll see what next year brings!

Posted by: malcolm2 Oct 4 2019, 07:30 AM

Does Doug Leehr have a website?

I found the vendor logo links on the Okteenerfest web page, but his link goes no where.

Posted by: Mblizzard Oct 4 2019, 07:39 AM

I will PM you his email.

Posted by: Garland Oct 13 2019, 08:01 PM

wanted to share the license plate on the 914 Support Vehicle, to clear up any controversy.