How are Pelicans rated?
 

As a newbe to PP (one month) I'm overwhelmed with all the information that's so readily available here. I've been a Porsche owner for over 30 years and wish I'd had this resource available over those years. I've already gotten more valuable, time saving information from some members.

My question is to find out where I can learn more about the Pelicans.
How are the designations of junior or senior member arrived at?
What do they mean?
How do you get one of those cool animations or images under your member name?
Are there Pelican events or gatherings beyond PCA events and other clubs?
Is there a source for more information on the Pelicans?

You ask many questions, Grasshopper....

I can't snatch the rock like I used to but I'm still doing the visa versa... master

Hey man, go to user cp up top and to profile. You can add an avatar and after 100 posts (I think), you can change your member status to whatever suits you. Some people call for meets or drives in their areas, but there are no worldwide Pelican sponsored events.

Junior + < 100 posts, serior => 100 posts, doesn't mean you know anything (ask me how I know). Use the search feature, you'll find and incredible amount of info. If you haven't already, post pics of your car (No. 1 rule). Locals organize local car runs. Post and initiate a local get to gether. Big rule, be polite and no profanity. People get banned for that. Welcome!

What a crock of sh-- ;)

He11 I've bhin banned evrywhere else except here....

The ranking standard is pretty simple, actually: If you're in my posse, you're the winners. :p

I think we should create a new rule... new members MUST bring more cowbell.

we have an agreement with every other BBS on the internet. I can't reveal the terms though...

That's what I wanted to know. Thank you, gentelman

that's exactly the type of insults that will get you banned around here

no soup for you

I don't think donny took the hint.

You don't exist here until you post pics of the car... we need to see that 75 911 Carrera Coupe #215. The more the better!!

Here she is!
 

I've had this car for 23 years! Probably the longest relationship I've ever had! http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123642957.jpg http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123642998.jpg

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Here's another... http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123643120.jpg http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123643200.jpg

Ok, now that you've earned it, let me say "welcome to the board!!"

What a gorgeous 911!! An awesome example. What is that below the passenger door handle though? I can't tell from the pics.

its a door edge thingy for keeping the door from getting whacked (and vice versa).

Welcome. Here all the newbies are assigned mentors to help them along their path. You nickname is "Pinto", and your mentor is MarkWilson.

Enjoy!

I thought so, but it looked like it had a light in it, or a reflector...

It does have a reflector in it for those road side occassions. The picture from the side in the garage was taken two weeks ago after she had passed the 2.7. If you noticed her butt is still in the air waiting for the new power plant.
The car is all original (except for the 86SC 3.2 motor now) Racaros, blue/black leather, sunroof, 7&8's, Bose sound.

I think I'll like it here...

You never show the driver's side. Is there one on that side too? Where did you get those?

Also, what is an '86 SC? "except for the 86SC 3.2 motor now"

SC's stopped in '83 right?

Hay Pinto, nice pics of the frosting but what say you lift up the skirt so we can see wait makes her hum?

BTW - your stall for that ride is much too clean. Where are the dirty calenders and the oil stains?

Yes, there is one on each door. I got them in San Diego at the Johnson's Dealership. It was many years ago but I've seen similar ones in auto stores sold as door guards.
This motor came out of an 86 Targa. I may have assumed it was an SC. I really don't know when the SC's stopped. The motor has nice looking polished valve covers and a K&N air filter. I'm planning to run Mobile-1 synthetic in it. We're adding a later modle Carrera oil cooler too.

Upshirt not available (yet!)
 

Best I can do is show you her transplant on the operatiing room floor... http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123647050.jpg http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123647083.jpg

Stable-mate
 

Here's her (Very male) stable-mate. I've caught him trying to mount her a few times. To punish him I take him into the forest and run the &%#^ out of him... What's sick is I love doing it! http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123647933.jpg

You guys have funny looking cactus in Prescott. There's talk of an "End of Triple Digits" gathering among the Phoenix Pelicans when the weather cools off.

There's actually a face on that thing with drool coming out of the mouth. Hilarious! :D

HERE'S ANOTHER
 

"SANTAQUADS"http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1123680539.jpg

Pinto - nice heart on the floor! That stablemate of hers looks like a blast. If my son saw that, it would be his new desire, the kid is a quad freak.

Which weight Mobil 1 are you using?

Mike,

I haven't talked to the mech. about oil weight yet? But the motor is going in today or tomorrow and should be ready to crank up by Friday or Monday. I live at 5300 ft but travel to Phoenix, Vegas, San Diego and Colorado fairly frequently. I need to endure 100+ down to 25 depending on my path. What do you recomend. My only concern is the lower end temps when she sits for longer periods between runs (not a daily driver). The oil drainage back from the tank can be a problem if they sit too long with too thin an oil I'm told. What do you think?

And yes my quad gets the youngins juiced up when they see it or hear it start up. It's been stroked, jetted and has a FMF Pipe set up so it sounds downright mean.

Thanks for the note.

Sounds like if she is pre 96 than a 20W50 is in order altough i wonder is 15W40 could be used. Many porsche guys cringe at the thought but I would be willing to bet that in a tight engine you could get away with 15W40 and it would provide a little better gas milage.

I'm too big a pussy to try it in my engine, I use 20W50.

Only you can determine how tight your pussy should be... ha I lean towards the conservative myself.

Thanks again...
I know you've heard this: Hoover= Only 1 dirt bag
Harley Davidson= up to two dirt bags

I think only Mark Wilson is allowed to be that graphic and blunt... Then again, he is supposed to be your mentor. Keep up the good work, I think...

Pinto will do just fine here...provided he doesn't get banned before he hits 100 posts. Although he is trending...

Hey......

Welcome. Getting banned virtually does not happen. Frankly, I;ve gone "over the top" on many occasions and they let me get away with it. A couple of guys have been banned, but for some very good reasons, and after WAY sufficient warning.

We're like a family. We fight a bit. But then we get cleaned up for dinner.

But us Phoenix Pelicans have local get togethers from time to time. I was in Chicago and met with several of the locals there, so its good to stay in touch with members all over the world.

JoeA

Speak for yourself!

More on oil choice
 

Mike said:
Which weight Mobil 1 are you using? [/B][/QUOTE]

We decided to fire it up with Castrol 20-30 for the intital break-in period (500-1000 miles) and then go with 20-50 Mobile-1 synthetic. The thought was: "Why dump $75 worth of oil for the break-in?"

How does that ring with you, Mike?

But then again, his idea of this is a little different then most. There are pictures of his so called "cleaned up for dinner" if you search a little. :D

Pinto - rings in my ear like Hazle calling the cat. Commissioning is important and I would tend to want to stick to one oil. Reason being is that if there ever is a problem, tracing root cause becomes problematic when more variables are added to the mix. The oils are miscible and can be mixed but the 20W30 oil may be too light. If that is an 80's flat 6 then the 20W50 is really the weight you want to go with according to anything I have ever heard, read, seen, smelled and slipped on.

You don't buy Orange juice on price, you don't buy ground beef on price and you sure as heck better not buy house paint on price. So why would you even think that price should be a consideration when selecting an oil which as we all know has a direct influence on engine reliability and performance?