 HELP: Can We Rally Around and Help Michele?, 914 Stolen and Recovered |
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| Chris H. |
 May 21 2015, 04:09 PM
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Senior Member  Group: Members Posts: 4,030 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest 
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On a lighter note I'm probably buying a Ferrari.
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| Big Len |
May 21 2015, 04:28 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,747 Joined: 16-July 13 From: Edgewood, New Mexico Member No.: 16,126 Region Association: Southwest Region |
If that's a Ferrari, my 914 is Mclaren P1.
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| 7TPorsh |
May 22 2015, 05:50 AM
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7T Porsh Group: Members Posts: 2,691 Joined: 27-March 06 From: Glendale Ca Member No.: 5,782 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(Chris H. @ May 21 2015, 03:09 PM)  On a lighter note I'm probably buying a Ferrari. where's there rest of it? you know....the Ferrari parts |
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| 76-914 |
May 22 2015, 08:28 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,495 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(Chris H. @ May 21 2015, 03:09 PM) On a lighter note I'm probably buying a Ferrari. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) Chris, see your Dr. immediately. This is treatable if it's low "T". If it's "SPS" (small penis syndrome) then your screwed and will just have to buy one. |
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| SirAndy |
May 22 2015, 11:19 AM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,625 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
Nothing like the sound of old men bickering in the morning ...
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| AvalonFal |
May 23 2015, 10:39 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 483 Joined: 3-July 05 From: Southern New Jersey Coast Member No.: 4,367 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
ALL 914 lives matter...rich or poor & in between.
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| Mike Fitton |
May 23 2015, 11:27 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 609 Joined: 13-May 11 From: Chicago Area Member No.: 13,069 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ May 19 2015, 10:15 AM) Hey Gang, This looks like one this group can (and should) sink their teeth into. Michele had her teener stolen 8 years ago and it was recovered recently (a little worse for wear). I've offered a set of calipers up... If you have any parts languishing in a dark dank corner of your garage or shop... perhaps the Karma Wizard may shine favorably on you if you helped Michele. We haven't had a good feel good story here in a while and this one is a keeper: http://flatsixes.com/porsche-culture/stole...michele-benson/ Dig in! Send your free extra parts to me I don't have a sad story yet for sympathy but I will soon, I am still searching the Internet for one! |
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| rick 918-S |
May 24 2015, 06:42 AM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,443 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region 
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Can we get this back on the rails now? Remember this could be you someday. Play nice kids. Like mom told you, If you don't have something nice to say move along. These kinds of things are not for everyone. Thanks for stepping up with this Eric.
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| Eric_Shea |
May 24 2015, 02:19 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,274 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I came back and thought I would be impressed.
I'm not. Wow. Things have changed here. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) I thought it would be a fun way to show an outsider how we (used to) care about the cars and the people that drive them. |
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| Dr Evil |
May 25 2015, 09:15 PM
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Send me your transmission! Group: Members Posts: 22,995 Joined: 21-November 03 From: Loveland, OH 45140 Member No.: 1,372 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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I got nothing on that list, and I am not local, but if I can help I am interested. If Eric says things are on the up and up, that is good enough for me.
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| Old Yella |
May 25 2015, 09:45 PM
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Old Yella Group: Members Posts: 158 Joined: 2-July 13 From: Canberra Australia Member No.: 16,086 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Geez, I hope my tong in cheek comment didn't start the tirade of negativity.
I made the comment about the rubber kit because I am a third of a way through buying the whole kit myself and the on going cost of buying parts for a 40 year old car next to other necessities is a challenge as most of you know. While I'm at it thanks to all the people who sold me parts through the forum, phoenix swap and the Riverside guys for their great swap meets. I have checked what I have and I don't have anything I can help her with if I did I would send it. Most of my stuff is old crapola which I took off my car and is unusable--god knows why I have kept it. Good luck with your search Michele. |
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| bigkensteele |
May 25 2015, 09:55 PM
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Major Member Group: Members Posts: 2,197 Joined: 30-August 04 From: Cincinnati, OH Member No.: 2,660 Region Association: South East States
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All I got is one question. Would Howard, Al, Lapuwali, and all those who left us too soon want us to help these people?
I would have most likely lost interest in my car and kept my 911 had it not been for this place and the people that make it. Instead, I sold the 911 and spend more time here than anywhere else. It isn't because we are cool, because we aren't. It is because the vast majority of the frequent contributors here are honest to goodness great people who happen to like a particular quirky little car, but above all else are exceptionally welcoming and compassionate. With the exception of my family, of all the communities of which I am a member, be it my neighborhood, my church, my office, etc., there is not one that compares to 914world in its acceptance of new members, its compassion for others, and its reverence for civic duty. My wife never understood why I spent so much time here until I showed her the responses to a post I made when we had to have our dog put down. The thread ended up being 3 or 4 pages. She started crying as she realized just how great this group of people is. Nobody asked how much we made or if we needed help buying a new dog - they were just there for us. So, yes, I will help however I can. |
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| Eric_Shea |
May 25 2015, 10:41 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,274 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Where's the "Like" button? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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| Chris H. |
May 26 2015, 06:44 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,030 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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To clarify, my post was an attempt to add a little distraction/levity to the mix like we used to back in the old days... I deviated from the standard "look, kittens!" with a pic.
It's been a tough couple of weeks. Lot of bad news about people we care about. I don't have any of the parts listed, but would donate if I did since people have given me MANY parts free of charge over the years. Is there an updated list of what's still needed? |
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| AuCiel |
May 28 2015, 05:22 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 19-May 15 From: Santa Cruz, CA Member No.: 18,742 Region Association: Northern California |
Hi this is Michele. I am trying to engage this site this is my first attempt. I am most grateful to all of you who have been saying you are willing to rallying on my behalf and my car offering help and parts. The car at this point is being checked through by the mechanic that set her up for me in the 1980's. I should know more about her health next week sometime. In the meantime any body parts that you are willing send my way that Mark listed can be sent to:1010 -17th Avenue Suite A Santa Cruz CA 95062 with the title AuCiel on them. My number is 831.419.9997 I would be more than happy to speak with any of you directly should you have suggestions or questions. Again my heart is filled with gratitude as a result of your kindness.
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| Mike Bellis |
May 28 2015, 05:33 PM
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QUOTE(AuCiel @ May 28 2015, 04:22 PM) Hi this is Michele. I am trying to engage this site this is my first attempt. I am most grateful to all of you who have been saying you are willing to rallying on my behalf and my car offering help and parts. The car at this point is being checked through by the mechanic that set her up for me in the 1980's. I should know more about her health next week sometime. In the meantime any body parts that you are willing send my way that Mark listed can be sent to:1010 -17th Avenue Suite A Santa Cruz CA 95062 with the title AuCiel on them. My number is 831.419.9997 I would be more than happy to speak with any of you directly should you have suggestions or questions. Again my heart is filled with gratitude as a result of your kindness. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Hi Michelle! I spoke to you at the swap meet. I had the crazy Audi powered 914. Welcome to our motley crew. I hope you have thick skin for all the trash talking around here. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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| 914Next |
May 28 2015, 05:44 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 699 Joined: 28-July 14 From: Ephraim Wisconsin Member No.: 17,695 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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Welcome Michelle. Just acquired my car so my parts supply is non-existent. Don't think I can help with that. Will offer my encouragement however. Great to see that you got your 914 back. What a nice end to that story. Hope you hang around this place. Its a good group that can be rough around the edges at times but many great people and big hearts with a love for your quirky car. You'll learn lots if you aren't careful!
Please post progress on your car….we love seeing progress threads. Steve |
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| bigkensteele |
May 28 2015, 06:26 PM
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Major Member Group: Members Posts: 2,197 Joined: 30-August 04 From: Cincinnati, OH Member No.: 2,660 Region Association: South East States
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Hi Michele (with one "l" for all the rest of you guys who missed that)! As you can probably see from the posts already in this thread, we can get rowdy and squabble now and then, but it really is a great group of people. One thing that you will find is that this place is a wealth of knowledge. The search button is your friend if you take the time to learn its power, but don't ever hesitate to ask a question. It will get answered, but I hope that you are OK with sarcasm! Ken |
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| AuCiel |
May 28 2015, 06:38 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 19-May 15 From: Santa Cruz, CA Member No.: 18,742 Region Association: Northern California |
QUOTE(bigkensteele @ May 28 2015, 05:26 PM) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Hi Michele (with one "l" for all the rest of you guys who missed that)! As you can probably see from the posts already in this thread, we can get rowdy and squabble now and then, but it really is a great group of people. One thing that you will find is that this place is a wealth of knowledge. The search button is your friend if you take the time to learn its power, but don't ever hesitate to ask a question. It will get answered, but I hope that you are OK with sarcasm! Ken Hi Ken, Just trying to figure out how to respond and post...? Yes it appears my car has triggered some emotions out there. Just to be 'very clear' I never asked for any free anything. That support came from the huge heart & kindness of Mark without my knowledge. It blew me away and brought me to tears that anyone would reach out to all of you and so very grateful to those that have responded with their offers and caring. Now if I could just sort out how to respond to them?? Feeling like I don't have my sea legs yet.... Aaarrgh!! |
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| bigkensteele |
May 28 2015, 07:47 PM
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Major Member Group: Members Posts: 2,197 Joined: 30-August 04 From: Cincinnati, OH Member No.: 2,660 Region Association: South East States
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QUOTE(AuCiel @ May 28 2015, 04:38 PM) QUOTE(bigkensteele @ May 28 2015, 05:26 PM) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Hi Michele (with one "l" for all the rest of you guys who missed that)! As you can probably see from the posts already in this thread, we can get rowdy and squabble now and then, but it really is a great group of people. One thing that you will find is that this place is a wealth of knowledge. The search button is your friend if you take the time to learn its power, but don't ever hesitate to ask a question. It will get answered, but I hope that you are OK with sarcasm! Ken Hi Ken, Just trying to figure out how to respond and post...? Yes it appears my car has triggered some emotions out there. Just to be 'very clear' I never asked for any free anything. That support came from the huge heart & kindness of Mark without my knowledge. It blew me away and brought me to tears that anyone would reach out to all of you and so very grateful to those that have responded with their offers and caring. Now if I could just sort out how to respond to them?? Feeling like I don't have my sea legs yet.... Aaarrgh!! Is it Talk Like a Pirate Day already? I missed it! I should have mentioned that bad apples really do get sorted here. They either go away on their own, or in extreme cases are exiled. I can tell you without question the the guys who expressed concerns earlier fall into that "great group of people", so don't hold any hard feelings. As for learning how to navigate ye' way around these seas, just ask if you are not sure how to get around. Couple of tips off the top of my head. The little orange box next to the thread title when you are in the Garage (or any of the forums) will take you to the newest post that you have not read. Very useful. You can subscribe to threads that you find interesting. Just go to the top of any page on the thread and click the Options button and then select Track this Topic. It will email you whenever somebody posts a reply to the topic. Ask questions - we can tell by your number of posts and member number that you are new, and slack will be granted. Once you have your "sea legs", you begin to catch grief, which is most always light-hearted. You and your car have a great story, and hopefully we can help make it even better! Ken |
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