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Ralph:I enjoy Mountain Biking, Video Games, Cruises, Car-Shows, Lapping/Track Days, and a bunch more.

Tuner Maneuver:When and how did you get into cars?

Ralph:Well, I have been into cars since I could drive, starting with Mustangs and modifying them and slowly working my way into imports. I had a 2001 Subaru 2.5rs 2 Door and it was one of the best cars I’ve ever driven. From there, I bought my 2005 STi (brand new) in April of 2005 and haven’t looked back!

Tuner Maneuver: Who were some of your influences?

Ralph:_I am somewhat influenced by any cars I see. Some are nice, MANY are really pretty bad. I don’t like cars that are ‘all show, no go’ and not a big fan of stereo/sound competition cars. I like my music loud, but there is a point where it becomes just ridiculous… I love watching WRC, any movies or shows involving cars (except Nascar stuff, LOL).

Tuner Maneuver: What other vehicles have you built?

Ralph:Starting from the beginning (to the best of my memory) A 1973 Opel GT, 1986 Mustang LX, 1987 Mustang GT, 1969 Mustang Mach 1, 1993 Probe GT, 1988 Chrysler Conquest TSi, 1993 Mitsubishi Eclipse AWD, 2001 Toyota Celica GTS, 2001 Subaru Legacy GT, 2001 Subaru 2.5rs.

Tuner Maneuver:Why did you buy the STi?

Ralph:ALWAYS wanted one since the first time I saw one on Gran Turismo on the Playstation. Fast, AWD, incredible handling, and not very common (in2005)

Tuner Maneuver:What made you start modifying your STi?

Ralph:The fact that it was the reason I chose this platform. I want something extremely fast, but could take a ton of punishment. I like the fact that it turns heads everywhere I go (especially after a nice detail…)

Tuner Maneuver:Did you run into any problems?

Ralph:I Bought three sets of wheels that didn’t look ‘right’ when installed. Also, trying to get it on a lift when I want to work on it is a pain in the ass.

Tuner Maneuver: How did you over come the problems?

Ralph:Got the perfect wheelset. Volk CE28n – 19 inch in Glossy Gunmetal. Took 4 months to get from Japan!

Mod List:

Engine Modifications

*APS SR40 Dual Ball-Bearing Turbo
*APS Twin-pulse Stainless Steel headers
*APS Split Y Stainless Steel Up-pipe
*AEM cold-air intake
*Perrin Front Mount Intercooler (Wrinkle Red)
*APS Dual-Vent Blow-Off Valve
*Nismo 740cc injectors
*Walbro 255 l/hr fuel pump
*Invidia Downpipe w/ Divorced Wastegate (catless)
*Borla 3” Exhaust
*Perrin crank pulley
*Agency Power Silicone Hose Set
*Greddy Profec Electronic Boost
Controller
*Perrin Remote Coolant Reservoir
*Agency Power Short Throw Shifter w/ knob
*Cobb Stage 3 Pro Dyno-tuned
*TurboXS Dtec Engine Management (uses Gameboy Advance)

Exterior

*ChargeSpeed Japan Type2 Side Skirts
*ChargeSpeed Japan Type2 Rear Bumper
*Hand Molded Rear WheelFlare Extensions
*GReddy GRacer Front Lip Spoiler
*35% Window Tint by Eclipse Tinting
*’06 STi Tail-Lights
*Clear Chip-Guard on Hood
*Tein Hood Dampers
*Perrin Radiator Shroud
*Agency Power Oil Cap
*Cobb Tuning Battery Tie-Down
*Autospeed Performance Front License Bracket Cover

Wheels and Suspension

*Volk Racing Ce28n – 19”x8” Gunmetal
*Toyo Proxes T1R Tires 235/35/19
*Rays Duralumin Lugs – Anodized Blue
*STi Struts
*Eibach Pro-Kit (2 inch drop)
*Cusco Strut-tower Braces

Interior/I.C.E.

*Kenwood Excelon DDX817 DVD/CD Player w/ Remote
*40GB iPod
*Kenwood’s Digital Sound Processor
*Rockford-Fosgate Power Series Component Door Speakers
*Audiobahn Sub/Amp in Trunk
*EuroLite Blue Neon Under-Dash
*TurboXS Gameboy Advance Dtec System Gauge Pack
*Custom Blue Carpeting in Trunk
*AutoSpeed Performance Dummy Pedal

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