Tech TACTICS EAST 2020 Tech TACTICS IS A DAY DEDICATED TO PORSCHE
TECHNICAL INFORMATION. This event is for all Porsche enthusiasts, from
the casual information gatherer to the every day Porsche mechanic. Get
the latest information directly from the source. Topics range from
how to balance carburetors to understanding how the new hybrid
systems work. The event was born in 1980 in the heart of Zone One at
the Harley Hotel north of Hartford, CT. It quickly outgrew this
facility and moved to the Springfield Sheraton where it resided for
over twenty years. By the 1990’s it was the premier technical
weekend for PCA with some renowned speakers; such as Norbert Singer,
Phil Hill, Derek Bell, and Brian Redman. By 2007 attendance was
dwindling and new venue was in order. The event was moved to the
Farnbacher-Loles facility in Danbury, CT. This move regenerated
interest in the event with over 250 attendees. With the demise of the
F-L facility, we have moved again and have changed the direction
slightly in terms of the format. Tech TACTICS 2020 WILL ONCE AGAIN BE
HOSTED at the PCNA Training facility in EASTON, PA. This facility is
perfect for this “hands-on“ type of event. This facility is used
to train Porsche technicians on the intricacies of new Porsches while
at the same time providing valuable training on the Porsches of old.
It is equipped with the state of the art classrooms with lifts and
drive train assemblies which will be available for our event. Tech
TACTICS EAST IS LIMITED TO 125 ENTRANTS EACH DAY OF THE EVENT. The
day consists of lectures by PCNA Field Specialists, PAG Project
Managers, members of the PCA Technical Committee, and representatives
from other companies such as Michelin, LN Engineering, Total Seal and
Griots Garage. When you register, look at the topics covered under
each colored-coded class. If you pick RED, you will attend those
classes. Since we want to keep the size of the classes manageable,
switching classes will not be allowed to ensure an ideal experience
for each 'student'. If the colored-coded class you wish to attend is
sold out, you may get on a waitlist or choose another color. Also
consider attending on SUNDAY INSTEAD. Back for a seventh year: Tech
TACTICS DIE-cast Model Concours! This is a People's Choice event with
the winner receiving a special prize! Dust off your favorite die-cast
model (any scale), polish up the wheels and bring it to the event for
display. Please, only one model per entrant. We will also have a new
GT4 and/or Boxster Spyder on display. As well as a PCA owned 996 that
we will put on a lift, let you the audience tell US what you think we
should do to improve it visually and/or performance wise. A panel
review with Nathan Merz, Pedro Bonilla, Tony Callas and Charles
Navarro will occur during the lunch break to analyze and give feedback
on your suggestions. Speaker List for Tech TACTICS EAST 2020:
Anderson, Tom (PCNA, Academy Technical Trainer) Topics: Holbert
Racing Memories Tom is a certified trainer for PCNA in the EASTON, PA
facility. Back in the day, Tom was a member of the world famous
Holbert Racing Team and has numerous racing and life stories he will
share from his memories of working with Al Holbert and the team at
Holbert racing. Becker, David (PCNA, Academy Technical Trainer)
Topics: Training Insight - Brakes & Suspension David started working
with Porsche dealers on Long Island, NY in 1983 at Island Porsche Audi
as a Technician. From 1983 to 2005, David has had various positions in
the Porsche service industry at Silver Star Motors and Manhattan
Motorcars. While at Manhattan Motorcars, he taught multiple automotive
classes at a community college in the Bronx. Also at Manhattan, he won
the 2000 Porsche Service Cup and represented the U.S.A. in the
International Service Cup Competition in Germany. David joined PCNA in
FEBRUARY 2005 AND IS CURRENTLY TRAINING DEALER TECHNICIANS IN
“Diesel” and “Hybrid” technology besides Basic and Advanced
Automotive Technology. In 2012 assisted Porsche Academy in certifying
Porsche Dealer Technicians in the Worldwide Porsche Certified
Technician Program. Beuselink, George (PCA) Topic: Available for 1
on 1 Q&A George has owned German cars since 1980 and bought his first
944 in 1986. He joined PCA in that year and started 944 Ecology, a
parts recycler, in 1993. He has been on the PCA NATIONAL TECH
COMMITTEE SINCE 1995. Bonilla, Pedro (PCA) Topic: Top 10 Do's and
Don'ts Pedro is a member of the PCA Tech Committee focusing on the
Boxster/Cayman but has extensive knowledge on all models. He has
undergraduate studies in Mechanical and Civil Engineering.
Post-Graduate Master’s Degree in Business Management. Founder and
CEO of TechnoLab Solutions, remanufacturing firm under contract with
OEMs. Founder and CEO of Technolab and the founder and CEO of
PedrosGarage.com. Racing Resume NATIONAL KARTING CHAMPION - 1973
& 1974 (Dom. Rep.) NATIONAL ENDURO CHAMPION - AMA Sanctioned, 250 &
500 cc 1981 & 1983 (Dom. Rep.) Rally, Road Racing, Club Racing, DEs,
AXs, Slalom, Gymkanas, Hare & Hound, Enduro, Motocross 2007 AX P14 (4)
= Class Champion - PCA Zone 12 Gold Coast Reg. 2008, 2009, 2010 &
2011 AX P07 (4) Class Champion - PCA Zone 12 Gold Coast Reg.
Calder, Steve (Michelin Tire) Topic: Tire Technology Steve received a
Mechanical Engineering degree from Virginia Tech 1996. After
graduation, he joined Michelin and spent four years as an industrial
engineer at a tire plant. Then Steve became a test driver at the
Michelin Proving grounds. Six years ago he hung up his driving shoes
to become a Product Category Manager for Michelin high-performance
tires. Callas, Tony (Callas Rennsport) Topic: Tech Talk Tony owns
and operates Callas Rennsport in Torrance California, a shop
specializing in all aspects of Porsche & BMW Service and
Restoration. Prior to opening his shop, Tony worked at multiple
independent Porsche repair facilities in the Southern California area
including Edelweiss Porschaus and Pete Zimmerman Service. Earlier in
his career, Tony also worked at various dealerships and is factory
trained in Porsche, Audi, VW, and BMW. Tony started at his father’s
shop in Austin Texas, where Tony’s father introduced him to Porsches
and professional racing at a very early age. Professional
Accomplishments: 1992 to present Shop Owner of Callas Rennsport.
Founder of the Porsche Aftermarket Organization, P-Gruppe Founder of
Porsche Technical Assistance Group Porsche trainer with The Knowledge
Gruppe Keynote speaker at assorted annual PCA Meetings Freelance
Speaker at PCA events including the Parade and Tech TACTICS Technical
writer for various PCA Newsletters Technical writer for Panorama and
Excellence Magazines Bosch Master Technician Degree Motorsport
Accomplishments: 2004-2007 IMSA World Challenge Cup Team Manager
2001-2002 Clayton Cunningham Race Team – American LeMans 2001 Le
Mans GT Winner & Mechanic of the Year 1998-2000 Team Reiser Callas
Racing – Principle 1997-1998 Team Roock – Crew Chief 1996 Team
Rohr – Head Mechanic 1987-1988 Team Jim Bell – American Indy
Series Mechanic 1987-1988 Team Alex Tradd – Trans Am Racing Mechanic
Kittlitz, Rolf (PCNA, Technical Trainer) Topics: Training Insight
- Brakes & Suspension Rolf started his automotive career as a
technician in German independent repair shops before working on
Porsche vehicles specifically. Rolf graduated from the Porsche
Technology Apprenticeship Program (PTAP) at the Atlanta Service
Training Center. He has worked for Hendrick Porsche in Charlotte, NC
and Porsche of West Houston in Texas. After his time in the dealer
network, he returned to become the PTAP Instructor in 2006. Rolf
relocated to the North East Service Training Center in 2012 and is
currently training dealer technicians. In 2015 Rolf completed the
Porsche Global Trainer certification process as required by Porsche
AG. Kraft, Rod (Griot’s Garage) Topics: Demo Area Griot’s
Garage manufactures an extensive line of waxes, polishes, and
cleaners. All products are made with the highest quality ingredients
and must exceed rigorous testing standards. Griot’s Garage recently
launched a brand new product line that has been secretly in
development, and Porsche Club members will be among the first to see a
presentation and demonstration of this new line. Jason will also be
able to field any technical questions about interior and exterior car
care. If you are serious about car care and want to keep your
Porsche looking it’s best, this is one clinic you won’t want to
miss, plus all attendees will receive a free sample product for
attending. Griot’s Garage is Driven to Perfection! DePetro, Mike
(Porsche Cars North America) Topic: Taycan Mike started his career as
an automotive technician while studying mechanical engineering before
proceeding with technician training through the Porsche Technology
Apprenticeship Program (PTAP). After graduating from the program in
2005, Mike joined the Technical Support group of Porsche Cars North
America. He has held various positions within PCNA over the past 12
years involving Technical Support, Regulatory Affairs, and
E-Performance. In January 2015, Mike completed Gold level
certification in the Certified Porsche Technician program before
accepting the role of Product Manager for Sports Cars at PCNA.
Merz, Nathan (PCA Member) Topic: Auction 101 Nathan is a lifelong car
fanatic and has been especially passionate about Porsche since
acquiring his first 911 at age 16. Over the past 25 years, he has
owned nearly every iteration of Porsche imaginable and has a
particular passion for the rear engine, air-cooled models. 10 years
ago he combined his various interests and skills and founded Columbia
Valley Luxury Cars with the vision of sharing his passion and
expertise with other like-minded enthusiasts. He is a teacher at heart
and views his job as helping his customers fully understand not just
the car they might be buying but the Porsche culture, history and
market. On a personal level, he is an avid collector of all original
cars, parts, and literature and enjoys Concours both locally and
NATIONALLY. He is a presenter on the Topic of Buying/Selling,
Valuation, Pre-Purchase Inspections and the Market to various regions
within PCA. Navarro, Charles (LN Engineering) Topic: Evolution of
Cylinder Technologies Charles is the founder of LN Engineering. He is
a graduate of Northwestern University and is an active member in the
PCA. LN Engineering is the Chicago Region PCA Autocross and one of the
TRAC PCA Club racing event sponsors. LN Engineering is a leader in the
Porsche aftermarket, known for their line of Nickies cylinders, and
more recently, for co-developing the IMS Retrofit and IMS Solution.
Charles is involved in numerous endeavors including RND Engines and
Bilt Racing Service, just to name a few, all with an emphasis on
supporting the Porsche community. Paterek, John (PCA/Paterek
Brothers) Topic: My Story 12317 (American Roadster) John has been a
PCA member since 1972 and joined the 356 Registry in 1975 as member
number 71. John has been on the NATIONAL TECH COMMITTEE SINCE 1985 IN
CHARGE OF INTERIORS/Exteriors. John has chaired the Zone One Concours
for over 30 years and been a speaker at Tech TACTICS FOR FORTY YEARS.
He is the previous owner of the award-winning 1953 America Roadster,
which is presently displayed at the Porsche Factory museum on loan
from the Wolfgang Porsche collection. John and his brother Ray are
owners of Paterek Brothers, which is a premier Porsche restoration
facility in Chatham, NJ. Speed, Lake (Total Seal) Topic:
Unlocking Hidden Horsepower The son of former Karting World Champion
and NASCAR driver Lake Speed, Lake Speed Jr. also has a history in
both Karting and NASCAR. Lake Jr. began racing karts at 6 years old
and has worked for NASCAR championship-winning teams Melling Racing
(Bill Elliott) and Joe Gibbs Racing (Tony Stewart). While working for
Joe Gibbs Racing, Lake Jr. played a key role in the development and
selection of lubricants for JGR as part of the team that started Joe
Gibbs Driven racing oils. Over a 10 year period, Speed and the JGR
engineering staff worked hand-in-hand with Lubrizol (the world's
leading additive company) to develop cutting edge lubricants for JGR.
Today, Lake Jr. is a member of the Society of Tribologists and
Lubrication Engineers and is one of less than 300 people who hold both
Certified Lubrication Specialist and Oil Monitoring Analyst
certifications. Relying on more than two decades of hands-on
experience, Speed is a frequent speaker at industry and university
technical events and seminars. * * * All attendees must be
pre-registered. There will be NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION. Address: 170
Commerce Lane EASTON, PA 18045 ***Key in the following address if you
are using a navigation system:*** 1 McFadden EASTON, PA Should you
have any questions please contact: Steve Hoffman 321-652-4654 or
Techchair@pca.org Host Hotel: Hampton Inn by Hilton 7230 EASTON
Nazareth Highway ( Rt 248) EASTON, PA 18045 610.250.6500 Online
booking:
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Porsche Rate...$119/night plus tax (Group code: PCA Tech Tactics).
Please note that the room block closes on Monday, February 10, 2020.
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