Remembering Wayne Baker's 12 H Sebring historic win in 1983

http://www.imsa.com/galleries/great-moments-sebrings-62-year-history

Porsche fans and friends: 

If you take the link above to the photo gallery the black and white photo (top right) was taken in 1983 at Sebring after Wayne's 12 hr of Sebring victory w/co-drivers Jim Mullen and Kees Nierop. This week-end (March 15-16. 2014) is the 63rd running of the 12 hrs of Sebring. 

Wayne Baker after the 1983 12H of Sebring win on the front right side of car

Wayne Baker Racing by Hal Thoms

"Flash from the past" all these photos were taken of Wayne Baker at various race tracks during the 1980s and 1990s. We just love these photographs because they truly represent what vintage Porsche racing is all about: the passion and respect of the automobile and the comradeship between race car drivers, the teams and fans.

Wayne Baker Racing provides vintage Porsche race support, transport and mentoring.
Call Wayne Baker for more information (619) 743-1356 or e-mail waynebaker@earthlink.net

Wayne Baker in the 1958 RSK at Monterey Historics in 1998 - on the pole (fastest qualifier for the race competing against 16 other RSKs and 550 Spyders)

Wayne Baker at the 1998 Coronado Speed Festival

Wayne Baker in the former Ken Miles' RSK at Sears Point in the late 90s (next to the RSK is the 910 also raced with Wayne Baker Racing)

Wayne Baker racing at Sears Point in the former Ken Miles' RSK

Wayne Baker in the 1983 Sebring winner at Riverside raceway ( in that turn going 190 miles/hr) and Wayne also won the GTO 6 Hours at this raceway in 1983

Wayne going through the "corkscrew" at Laguna Seca in 1983

All photos above are credited to and copyrighted by Hal Thoms Photography

 contact photobyhal@aol.com or go to http://www.356club.org/ThomsPics.htm

Volvo Car Problems - when your Volvo needs repair service

Volvos are known for their safety, reliability and longevity. With routine maintenance and repair, Volvos can top the 250,000 mile-mark easily. Despite longevity and a five-star safety rating by Consumer Reports, Volvos are not without their quirks.That is why it's a good idea to service your Volvo by a reputable Volvo repair shop and by a Certified Volvo Master Technician. Keep an eye out for the following car problems and contact your trusted repair shop like Personalized Autohaus right away: 

Air Conditioning 

Various air conditioning problems plague many Volvo models. In addition to non-functioning issues, there have been numerous complaints of malfunctioning cabin temperature sensors, where the air conditioner kicks on in cold weather. Owners have also had issues with air conditioner kicking on after the vehicle is off and at rest, draining the battery. Design flaws and assembly, electrical draw and pressurization have all been named as culprits of these problems.

Light Bulbs

Anyone who has ever owned a Volvo knows that headlight and brake light bulbs burn out frequently. Sometimes a tap on the lens will get them going again, but usually it's a trip to your trusted shop to replace for original factory parts. You can sometimes alleviate connection issues by applying petroleum jelly to the end of the bulb. 

Dashboard Indicator Lights 

There have been many consumer complaints regarding malfunctioning indicator lights. Most Volvos have a full dash of bells and whistles warning owners of everything from a door ajar to a dead light bulb, to low coolant or malfunctioning brakes. The "check engine" and "so engage without an actual problem with the system. Since there is no way of knowing if the indicator lights are working properly or not, this is best to be checked out by your trusted mechanic.

Engine

Any serious problems like car not starting, or not running right or engine noise needs immediate attention of your trusted Volvo Certified Master Technician!

Personalized Autohaus is your best alternative to the dealership!! 
We have the expertise, the experience, the equipment and we use the right parts for your Volvo. We provide you with the same level of quality as the Volvo Dealerships can provide. However, we are a more personal, more convenient, more friendly and more affordable alternative. Call (858) 586-7771 to make an appointment!  We offer 15% Labor Discount for first time customers and Free oil filter and multipoint inspection with oil change.
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Choosing The Best Volvo Service Provider by Personalized Autohaus

Volvo has become one of the most recognized and respected brands in the world over the previous 75 years. Safety, quality and environmental care are the core values on which every Volvo is built and are the reasons behind Volvo's some of the safest and environmentally responsible vehicles on the road.

  Volvo's boxiness was a winning design concept

 Volvo Oil Change service at Personalized Autohaus - multipoint inspection always included

If you really value your Volvo and want to keep it in top working condition then you need to select the best Volvo service specialist. As you take care of your health, you also need to take care of your Volvo so that you can extend the life of your vehicle.

With professional services, you can ensure that the spare parts that you get replaced are the ones that have been made according to Volvo's detailed specifications so that they properly interact with all the other parts of your prestigious asset.

Volvo service specialist must understand the value you have for your car. Friendly, convenient and personal service is what you must look forward to. The service specialist should also be able to explain you the servicing nitty-gritty without using any jargon or in a simple language that one can understand without any technical background. This helps in understanding what your car really needs and also introduces transparency in the services.
Usually you must go for a specialist who has got years of experience in delivering Volvo service. Volvo maintenance is not simple. Sometimes even changing the oil and oil filter in some Volvo cars is complex. You should also take care that your Volvo service specialist offers substantial warranty. If they do not provide warranty then it might be a very costly affair. If there is warranty, you can avail of warranty and get free service if your car breaks down within few weeks of service. Volvo specialists offer warranty on parts and labor service. This indirectly proves their faith their own technical skills.



Simply put, you must take your Volvo to a service specialist who understands your value for Volvo. He must be the one who delivers professional services and is a certified Volvo Specialist.

For Great Volvo Servicing Quotes, advice and recommendations visit us at www.personalizedautohaus.com and Call us at (858) 586-7771 to make an appointment to service your Volvo. Our quality service will be provided by Eric Benner; Certified Volvo Master Technician at Personalized Autohaus.

1983 Porsche 956 C Coupé

The potential of the 956 unfolds. Porsche again wins the World Endurance Championship, Jacky Ickx secures his second consecutive world championship title. Twelve 956 vehicles are delivered to private motorsport customers. Bob Wollek not only wins the European Endurance Championship in a Joest Racing Porsche sportscar but also takes overall victory at the Deutschen Rennsport Meisterschaft (German Racing Championship), for which the Frenchman is again rewarded with the Porsche Cup as the most successful private driver. In Japan, Australia´s Vern Schuppan secures the Group C Drivers‘ Championship in a 956. The manufacturers‘ title goes to Porsche.

In the United States Wayne Baker claims the IMSA GTO Championship in a Porsche 934, whilst Porsche’s US sports boss Al Holbert collects the GTP category title driving a March Porsche featuring 956 technology.

At the Le Mans 24 Hour race Hurley Haywood, Al Holbert and Vern Schuppan drive the works 956 with starting number three to victory ahead of team mates Jacky Ickx and Derek Bell. Whilst the new works driver Stefan Bellof together with Jochen Mass retire in the third works 956 with engine damage, Porsche customer teams secure eight of the top ten places, with Philippe Alliot, Mario and Michael Andretti carrying off third place in their Kremer Porsche. Only ninth position goes to Peter Sauber´s BMW team.
At the Geneva Motor Salon in April the new Formula 1 engine is presented: the TAG Turbo – made by Porsche (internal code: TTE P01 V6). The V6 with an 80 degree cylinder bank angle, developed by Hans Mezger, is unusually light and compact. With all accessories the vehicle weighs 150 kilos. Bore: 82 mm, stroke 47.3 mm, displacement 1,499 ccm. Porsche states the performance of the engine built for the McLaren team as ca. 600 hp at between 10,000 and 11,500 revolutions per minute. Initial tests in the 956 take place on Porsche’s test circuit in Weissach – shortly afterwards the new six cylinder is implanted into a McLaren chassis for the first laps in Weissach – at the wheel sits Porsche engineer Roland Kussmaul.
On 28 August McLaren pilot Niki Lauda races the new engine in Zandvoort (NL) for the first time. At just the fourth race – at the South African Grand Prix in Kyalami – Lauda is swift enough in his MP4 1/E to hunt the leading Patrese from second place, only to be stopped by a problem with the electronics. The engine now delivers 700 hp. Over winter Porsche continues developing at high speed.

956 C Coupé

On the engine side Porsche pushes ahead with further developments – the FIA, the sport’s governing body, announces: From 1984 only 510 litres are allowed for a 1,000 kilometre race instead of the currently permitted 600 litres of fuel. Porsche introduces an electronic fuel injection, increases the compression to 8.5 and achieves considerably better performances. One of the works cars featuring the new technology grinds to a standstill in Le Mans. But the factory – and hence the customers – are prepared for the following year. At this stage no one can know that FIA will back out in 1984, sparking off a furore.

Technical Specifications
Engine:	Six-cylinder four-stroke, horizontally opposed engine, dry sump lubrication
Power:	640 bhp (470 kW) at 8.200 rpm
Displacement:	2.649 cc
Fuel system:	Electronic fuel injection (Motronic Sport), 99-litre safety fuel tank
Transmission:	Five-speed fully synchronised transmission with oil cooling, transmission ratios can be specified, single-plate dry clutch
Chassis:	Aluminium monocoque, riveted with integrated safety bar, Kevlar body reinforced with carbon fibre Front axle: double wishbone with titanium springs, Bilstein shock absorbers fitted externally Rear axle: double wishbone with titanium springs, Bilstein shock absorbers fitted internally Hydraulic dual-circuit disc brake with twin pliers and ventilated by wheel carriers
Dimensions and weight:	Wheelbase 2.650 mm length 4.800 mm width 2.000 mm weight 820 kg
Performance:	Top speed in excess of 350 km/h (217.5 mph)

Source:
http://www.porsche.com/middle-east/_yemen_/motorsportandevents/motorsport/philosophy/history/racingcars/1983-956ccoupe/

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