5000 Posts! A thanks to everybody here at Rennlist

Just wanted to make sure that my 5000th post was a good one (thanks Lewis). I have been on the boards now for over 2 1/2 years and can honestly say that this is the greatest community I have ever been apart of. I have been on Mercedes boards, Porsche boards, Home Theater boards and even non descript boards and the level of camaraderie here is second to none. In the beginning I was a newbie asking all the stupid questions at one point and got alot of but more importantly I got ALOT OF HELP. I have seen the board go through alot in the last 2-3 years and am proud to call Rennlist my "Porsche Family". I have saved hundreds if not thousands ($$$) on parts and labor from all the deals other members have either sent my way or alerted the rest of us to which vendor has the greatest price on "x" part as well as what mods, etc, to stay away from. Most importantly I have grown to really love my car and not just look at it as a status symbol but rather something I am proud of. When I first purchased my car I had ZERO mechanical ability and ZERO knowledge abot cars. I have NEVER in the history of the cars I have owned ever done my own maintenance nor taken alot of pride in ownership in a car. The community has changed that outlook for me. Now? I do all my own work (except the big ticket items), all my mods, and track my car. I have made alot of great friends on this board and many which I have had a drink with or a dinner or a phone conversation or even chased around a track! When I move cross country in 4 weeks I will plot out my trip and see if there are any other members I can have a drink with along the way and put a face with a name. I'll stop rambling now since I know how irritating it is to read long threads, but what I really wanted to say is: THANK YOU TO EVERYBODY THAT MAKES THIS BOARD WHAT IT IS!!!! I consider you my "Porsche Brothers" and I thank you for your friendship. Here's to you, everyone on this board that makes Rennlist a special place .....looking forward to my next 5K posts

It's been great having you on the forum Dell. 3

Dell you are a Rennlist living legend. Keep up the good work. It's nice to see someone that gets a lot out of this site give as well. Cheers Buddy!

It's been great having you on the forum Dell. I echo those sentiments. I've learned a lot from Dell, and this is a good as time as any to thank him. Looking forward to the next 5000.

Congrats, and I always look forward to your posts especially since I am in the Phoenix area and learned much from your open road stuff out here.. Boy I'm sounding like I am reading your epitaph. Anyway have a safe trip to the dark side.

Congrats Dell! I agree, being on this board has saved me $$$$$ when I was looking around and helped me zero in on the right car too!

Thanks guys! Those are some very nice comments. Hopefully, I still have some useful information to post up in the next 5000 posts

u the man. 5000 posts?!!! long live legned

Congrats!! It's great having you around, Dell!! And to think I was feeling guilty about havving over 2000 posts!

here's the real test: how many of our posts are not from OT topics

I can honestly say I haven't spent any time posting in the OT forum. Just doesn't do it for me. However, I won't say I haven't check out the "I'd hit it" thread!

Dell, OT is highly entertaining. I gotta say Rennlisters like you sped up my learning curve. Did any of the info I sent to you help in any way? On my way to 1000 posts . . .

attaboy! hey 2 questions for you since u dwell in sin city. 1) do you guys actually have no speed limit? 2) when is the pornstar convention in town and is it anything like the rumors?

Dis is da place and you are da Man.....

Chris....right back at ya! I can't even express how valuable your info has been to me with my recent trailer purchase. I emailed you later n the day but you were probably gone for the day....... but long story short, your last email to me with the 2 options, I chose #1 and it was able to be done. Should have it at the end of the month. You, my friend, are a great asset to this community.

1) Yes but not in the bedroom 2) Last year it was during CES and like a j@ckass, I went to CES

Hmm...so when is this "CES"....naturally this is the event i will be attending :looks innocent:

Awesome. Glad to be of service. Did they take much convincing that it COULD be done? It is an unusual solution but one we just used for another customer who needed some modifications done to a unit. Just be sure to have someone repack the bearings when you get to the east coast. Oh and pack a spare tire, set of bearings and grease seals. Getting parts can be a bitch when you really need them. Read your manual (it's 10 pages so it'll take you 5 minutes), torque your wheel nuts at proper intervals and check your tire pressure. Have you got an electric brake controller?

Chris, here is the brake controller I got: http://www.etrailer.com/Merchant2/me...tegory_Code=BC No convincing needed at all. They even gave me a credit on the old parts! 2 new axles and 4 new radials for $485. Not bad considering.

Isn't CES the big audio show? What kind of system do you run? are you an old member of audiogon? I thought about getting into electronics but I stopped with my Loewe system ( TV, DVD, controller) powered by Lexicon 5 channel and Anthony Gallo speakers. oh and I ended up making my own silver interconnects and speaker cables with military grade wire.... But then I stopped, a failed audio geek HAHA. Porsches are more fun, and I don't care if the audio sux in the car.

Sorry, one more question......any link or the such that you can point to rec'd intervals, etc. for maintenance? I have a spare tire but wheel bearings and grease seals? Of course, I will have it get a check up after the 2300 mile trip. Thanks for the input!

I love my home theater! But have really got away from it (electronics) once I got hooked on tracking the car CES is "the" major electronics show. Very cool to see all the future items coming to stores near you.

Dell, That brake controller isn't one of the better ones. Here is a description of the differences (scroll down) from our website: http://www.primotrailersales.com/hitch_wiring.shtml Here is Tekonsha's website (they produce most brake controllers now sold) http://www.tekonsha.com/product1.html I'd reccommend the Tekonsha Prodigy. It's the best on the market at the moment and is far and away our best seller. It is the most expensive but we're not talking big dollars. Just be careful not to reverse polarity when installing it. That isn't warranty. As for trailer service etc. here is a list of links of info I compiled: The NHTSA pamphlet is pretty comprehensive and not too technical. http://www.primotrailersales.com/tips_rv_trailer.shtml The Dexter Axle maintenance schedule is here http://www.primotrailersales.com/ima...20Schedule.pdf Dexter Axles http://www.dexteraxle.com/ is a good resource. You can download the full manuals for your axle (I am assuming 3500lb. w. electric brakes) The reason I said an extra set of bearings and grease seals is because if you have a failure in the middle of nowhere you will SOL. A set of bearings and grease seals is $20. Even if you pay someone to replace a damaged bearing (it does happen although not that often) you can't depend on them having the right parts. Waiting around for a day or three won't be fun. Even new trailers have problems once in awhile. Not enough grease in bearing during assembly of the axle? Contaminants in the bearing? You'll be travelling 2500 miles - more than enough time for a problem to appear. Better safe than sorry. $485 isn't too bad. How close were you to your budget?

Congrats, Dell. I don't always agree with you, but I always pay attention. I don't post much myself, but I read a lot of posts and yours are quality posts. You are a valued member of this community. Good luck on your move.

Holy smokes, Dell... 5000 posts? YOU'RE AN ANIMAL!!!

C4.....thanks for the compliments Like I tell my students, I welcome disagreement and encourage it--promotes educated opinions (most of the time ) and shows thought. Chris, thanks for those links.....we'll chat offline via email tomorrow. BTW, went over budget but only be a few hundred. Oh well. Last thing I want to do is skimp with a 911 in the back !

RJ.....I'll finally be in your neck of the woods in 4 weeks!

Great... I hope you find that special GT3. Can't wait to catch you at the track... I'm hitting CMP in 2 weeks... Cheers

Congrats on your 5K, Dell, and thanks for all the advice you've given!!!

Thanks Don. You were actually one of the first members I looked up to when I came aboard.......great advice and even better patientce with the newbies!!!! Cheers to you my friend!

Dell should now pay the special "I use up everyones bandwidth" tax!!!! J/k - huge congratz Dell and thanks for still helping us n00bs get into the community!

totally agree ice! I just re-up'd for 2 more years. Best $32 money can buy.

Nooo, Dell, don't leave! Oh you aren't leaving. OK, cool.

Well done Prof!

Dell, my buddy, 5000 posts, WOW! You know, you really need to get a REAL job! Congrats Dell, you have been a good source of info for a lot of us. We aare glad you part of the Family. BTW, you are THE Pic ***** of all times!

Dell, congratulations. I guess I should say thank you also since many many many of those posts were in response to a lot of questions based on your own experiences. Indeed, I can personally attest that you're responsible for my recent engine protection plate and front lip spoiler purchases. And of course, I'll really be 'thanking' you once I shell out for the RoW M030 later this spring. You're right: this is a great community and it's all the better for good people like you in it. All the best, my man!

Dell you make me proud, You certainly are the 996 Posting ho! People like your self is why rennlist is so valuable.

Tim.....I happen to like my job. The life of a prof is much better that a suit Edward.....glad I could help spend your money! I was in your shoes once upon a time. BTW, your car looks great Paul.....I will take that as a badge of honor. Time to call the DMV and see if I can have my vanity plates changes to RENNHO

^ dude...if u get a lisence plate that says RENNHO i will send you a free set of pedals.

Omar...how does this look?

Dell, I always enjoy reading your posts. Informative, funny and sometimes cynical but always great posts. A true asset to Rennlist.

Thanks Woody. I try to throw in a mix of all 3 (informative, funny, and cynical and in that order of importance) to keep it "real" around here. We don't want a boring place to hang do we?

Dell, congrats on 5K! What a milestone! Thanks for all the help and info you've provided. You know, I think I've gotten more out of you than I have the two stats profs I had at the university! Hey now, I think this thread is just a ploy to get you to 6K posts... :-)

Well, the probability of me reaching 6000 posts in this thread can be defined as............ just kidding. I won't hurt your brain with that one. Thanks for the kind words. Glad to help

we still have a long way to go to catch up to the old farts in the 930 forum who have like 15,000 posts

Holy crap! 15K posts??? And some say we have to much time on our hands. Oh, to be retired

no kiddin. what color is your datsun btw? also..status on ur GT3 aquisition?

The Datsun is white with red interior. The GT3 is not going to be purchased until we get to North Carolina and get settled. I can post a pic of the Datsun if you like. edit....pic attached

Dell, I just love that 280... awesome. BTW, there's an 'ole B210 that's in my parking garage... sort of a faded baby blue color.

It is a sheer joy to drive! That is the true version of rear drift! Doesn't take much to swing the tail around on it. Howver, I drive it more as a "Sunday Driver" so as to take car of it. It is 25 year old technology and parts. Just way too many memories in that car as a kid to let it go (or let anything happen to it). BTW, I'll PM you later but we should get together for a drink on my way through your one headlight capital en route to Raleigh!

That blue would look sweet on a track 911.

Congrats Dell! 5000 posts is something else. Thanks for all your contribution to the site, I know I've learned a boat load of info about our cars from you

Damn, you're catching up to me... I better start posting more in OT.

Thanks Jon! Everytime I see your avitar that car just screams GET THE HELL OUTTA MY WAY!!!! Rob....you are defintely an OT *****!

Congratulations, 5000 posts is an amazing #, good for you... I am clearly a nooby here with only my 2nd post, Oops... There is always a start for everything, right! Cheers, Bao

congrats dell oj

thanks juice!

So what is the BBS version of the orchestra playing

Engine wail maybe?

Congrats Dell! PM me a mailing address so I can send you some Ultimat Vodka!

Dell you ever see the cars they have for sale in caesars palace forum shops ferraris ect.just wanted to know what your two cents was.Thanks oj

The Ferrari dealership is at the Wynn hotel. It's more of a museum. Beautiful, but always crowded.

Thanks I wiil check it out.I will be in your neck of the woods next month.5 day vacation.see some shows play a little cards great place.Good luck on your move

you are now about to set a record for the most replies to a thread, which demonstrates what a great site this is.

I would be flattered if the record was set for number of replies to my thread but have you seen some of the crap over in OT??? The random picture thread has more replies to a single thread than I have posts! Almost 6500!!!!!!

We definitely need to hook up. Regarding the 'one headlight' thing... I've never seen so many people driving around here with only one headlight working! Seriously, count how many you see on the way over... it'll blow your mind!

I'll PM you as the dates get closer.

Dell, Congrats on the 5000+ posts. NOW GET A LIFE! Jim

^ he has a life..he's the RENNHO Jim, how's 996 V2.0 working out?

Thanks Jim, but to get a new life I would need a career change. I like my current life.......college professor and "wife" of a medical doctor. Life doesn't get much better than that!

Dead, 2.0 had a bit of bad luck last weekend while testing at Brainerd. I broke a rear ball joint which sent the wheel/tire flopping around the wheel well. The good news is that I didn't crash. The bad news is that I'm having a new upright, lower control arm, upper control arm and $1200 Moton shock installed this week. Oh well. It looks like it will be ready for Mid-Ohio next weekend! Dell, You're my hero! Jim