Rufus Sanders

The Summer is flying by so the Mn. 928 Group is getting as much road time as possible. Our July 2 Fun Run was topped off by a get together to check out the USGP (too bad about Scott Speed...).

After hooking up early that morning, we found we had 7 sharks in our school. This was the most we could remember.







The Crew included Roger & Roger Jr. S., Joe O., Glen & Jim L. Don & Greg D., Ricko H. and the incomparable Steve H. Two GTS's, an 81, an 82, an 85, an early Euro, and Rickos Porsche-Chevy S4 were about the widest array of sharks we'd ever had. The differences were obvious on the road.





We cruised over to Jordon MN on some nice roads, and then down to the “Ring” where we did a few laps. The cars with over 300 HP were just amazingly quicker. This wasn't a surprise but when you have less then 230 HP, it's “eye opening” when one of the GTSs or the Euro or Ricko just blast past! More power to you all Bros! That's why I like the twistys. Less chance to show the old girls “short comings”.

After the drive, most of us headed back to my place to check out some really fantastic action at the USGP. We put some brawts on the grill, cracked a few Fosters and watched the mayhem in turn one, and the fantastic job by the Ferrari and Renault boys. Too bad for McLaren.





During the race Mike & Betsy S. showed up with their one-of-a kind '82 with the only example of “Heron Grey” ever put on a 928. No spoilers, but it's still quite unique compared to the Red and Metalics we all have.



After the race, a “driveway Concorse 'de Elegance ” broke out. it seems the look of these is just everlastingly entertaining. Comparing wheel, wings, or anything else you can imagine, across the whole spectrum of 928s. What Fun.


How do you get 5 sharks in your driveway? Throw some meat in the water. (or on the grill)


Were getting great weather and great turnouts this summer. There's alot of time 'till the snow flies so keep an eye out for more. - Ruf

GlenL

Yes, it was a great time. Thanks for organizing, navigating and hosting, Ruf!

Lots of fun to see the variety of cars and the splash of colors. From a prestine, unique '82 to the GTSs to that wild show car we had quite the assortment.

The drive was great. The "free form" ring loops were a blast. I spotted the carbon actually coming out of Don's car. (And he from mine.)

Get in on the fun:
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Minnesota928s/

And you folks nearer to Milwaukee and Chicago can click this:
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gloc/

kraabel

Sorry I missed it. My girl was resting gently upon jacks while I drained out a nasty oil collant mixture.

Malibu310

It's great following the group. How many other cars with 100,000 to 200,000 miles on them can handle curves at high speed and cruise at over 100MPH?

F4GIB

Thanks again to Rufus for his fine organization.

gersar928

Nice Collection of Sharks. Always nice to run in a line of Sharks.

NickT

Any info on that heads up display? looks cool

Malibu310

Its a Delphi unit thats my Tach... about $160 I think... hooked up to the Chevy Tack out on the EFI unit

tv

Always good to see pics of those MM wheels on dons 928. Any more?

Rufus Sanders

tv,

You like Don's wheels? - Ruf

tv

Thanks Rufus, Yeah those are nice. I had emailed with Don a couple years ago about them. Recently Darien in vegas had a set. They aren't made anymore. They look good for the 928, tasteful bling.

I would like to see them in person on a shark and its quite a coincidince that darien and don have similiar color sharks w/o side moldings.

Thanks again Rufus.

Rufus Sanders

TV,.

My pleasure. I have so many photos of Don's car that I couldn't upload the onesi thought were the most fun. I guess now that I'm writting ano0ther post, I can!

JRAS

The drive was a lot of fun! There is nothing like hearing the gorgeous sound of 928's roaring up the hills. Pictures look great. Thanks again Rufus for arranging a fantastic drive, you always find the best roads!