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Pick of the Month: Ashley Sarto

November 12th, 2008

1. Tell us a little bit about yourself?
Well Iwould like to start off by saying thank you for interviewing me :) A little about myself. Well I grew up in a very small town in Illinois… I’m very humorous, love to have a good time, and try to make the best out of everything. I’m 100% Italiana :) I love cooking, working on cars, eating, reading, playing with my pup, and having an overall good time! Im a complete tomboy, love playing in the dirt with the quads, love playing paintball, love running, soccer, watching the football games!

2. Did you have any nick names when you were growing up?
I had many nicknames growing up…Sticks, Twiggs, bean pole, but my most favorite as a child was “Gizmo.” Yes as in the Gremlins movie. If you were to compare my face to that of Gizmo’s as a youngster, you’d be amazed at how similar we looked. not the hairy part, but the large eyes, small button nose, etc.  I loved it :)

3. How did you get started in this crazy scandelous modeling?
Crazy scandelous modeling? I’m not so sure we are talking about my career in modeling. I pride myself on not being risque, or in any term of the word “scandelous.” I have chosen paths that I can say I am proud of and hold my self respect high. I think bikini, lingerie, and yes IMPORT modeling can be done tastefully and with dignity. Be sexy, yet sophisticated… There have been girls that have accomplished this, and I am very proud to say that I am one of them.

4. What is a skill that most people dont know you have?
Most people dont know that I am trying to learn how to drift a car. I try to practice every now and then. I do suck at it, I’m not going to lie…but I am most positive that I will be able to succeed in it and hopefully one day make more of a hobby of it!

5. Has that skill ever worked to your advantage?
My skill of drifting, as little of skill as it may be (haha), hasn’t worked towards my advantage…YET! Like I said, I will succeed in drifting. I am an ambitious person and I will find a way to make it work for me!

6. What do you think about Guy Richie movies, like the new Rocknrolla?
I personally like Guy Richie’s movies. I think he is a talented director and writer. I hadn’t heard of Rocknrolla until you had mentioned it. I googled the name and watched the trailer. I would most definitely be watching that movie!!! I LOOOVE movies!!!

7. What was your first car?
My first vehicle was a 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse :) I loved my little DSM!! i still have it at my parents house.

8. If you could replace your car for free, what would it be?
Man oh man. well I just bought a brand new 09 Toyota Corolla S so I’m actually very happy with it. I’m down to 30 dollars to fill up completely!. But I would love to a brand new Maxima, FD Rx-7, a new GTR R35, the new Nissan 370, a MKIV Toyota Supra, a Shelby GT Cobra, a 1967-1970 Chevelle SS, mmm.. A McLaren F1, a Bugatt Veyron 16.4 // Bugatti Grand Sport, my list could go on and on…would you like for me to continue?

9. Would you take an STI Or Evo?
Hard choice..but I’m a DSM person…and regardless if Mitsu changed the engine int he new Evo X, I would still take the EVO :) My heart belongs there <3 4g63 For life :)
Oh yea and why?
I personally love the engine of the Evolution. Now if you were going to give me just a regular WRX wagon..I may swing my vote, but that’s only because I’m starting to like wagons…Maybe because I’m getting older and having that fantasy soccer mom thing goin on… hahahaha jk jk

10. Do you mind getting your hands dirty?
I love getting my hands dirty at any chance I can get. Most of the time I just enjoy watching others work on the auto…I’m so intrigued and really would like to learn more!!

11. Are you a jaeger girl, or dirty Grey Goose martinis?

Neither. I like nuts and berries! :) If you dont know what that is..it’s Frangelico, Chambord and Baileys! It’s delicious!

12. Other than modeling, what else is spicing up your life?

I have a few large projects going on with modeling, so that is consuming most of my life. Other than that, I’m enjoying my time with friends, and family.

13. Have you ever considered filming in the nude?

Never.

14. So does that mean you like the new Movie Zack and Miri?

Well, I heard of the movie, looks hilarious, but no. Definitely not something I would ever like to do….

14.5 If you were to do porn, not saying you would, what would your porn name be?

Never thought of it..isnt there a way to find out your porn name somehow? Like… the name of your first pet is your first name and the first street you lived on? haha Mine would be Daisy Colson… Interesting. You think it’d work? hahahaha

15. Back to cars, do you like power or looks?

Both. Buuut youc an’t have all show and no go…and no show and all go! Gotta look nice and ride nice, but drive fast!!
16. What is your favorite part of the car, we like the rear here.
Oh I’m suuuure you do. Most asses of cars are sexy…My favorite part of the car is just the basic body lines….the lines of the cars is what makes them soo sexy!! Look at the G35, smooth, clean lines with a big rear end…same goes for an audi R8, BMW, or a Ferrari. Simple, sleek, uber sexy, but demands its attention because it is graceful looking…yet seriously going to kick some bootay when you romp on that engine!! Then you have your hard lines..like a mustang, camaro, more domestic MUSCLE cars that demand attention because they look mean and aggressive…just my opinoin :)

17. Whats your favorite position in the car?
I lean like a chollo.. haha jk jk. I’m very relaxed while driving.. Usually one hand on the steering wheel, foot on the peddle, and one leg up on the seat haha Kind of hard to explain!

18. Tell us about your most embarrassing moment?
One of my most embarrassing moments has got to be while I was dating this one guy. We were watching 300 and I slyly said to him “you know why those men are so hot right…it’s cause they’re Italian…Italian spartans baby!” He looked at me blankly and two seconds later I realized what an ass I had made of myself…Spartans aren’t Italian you idiot…they’re GREEK! But…the guy thought it was cute and made fun of me for a bit..but I was soo embarrassed the rest of the night!

19. Did you act cool or did you run out?
I acted cool at first, until I busted out laughing and he called me out on it! I laugh about it to this day!

20. Whats your favorite activity?
I enjoy trying new things all the time. Whatever I can get my hands on, I try to do it once!! I would really like to try surfing, scuba diving, or maybe some extreme rock climbing or something crazy like that!!

21. What is the nicest thing a guy has ever done for you?

The nicest thing a guy has ever done for me was….helping me start my life out in California. He gave me the world.

22. Boxers or briefs?

COMMANDO!! haha no no Briefs :) I like a surprise ha!

23. Whats the best pickup line you’ve heard?

Hmm…they’re all pretty cheesy!

24. Blondes… love them or hate em?

Why would I hate them? Why would I love them?:) haha some of my girlfriends are blondes and I love them :) some blondes I dislike…But who cares! Most blondes are super hot…but brunettes take the cake…we’re hotter :)

25. How do you maintain that great body of yours?

Well first and foremost, I have really good genes. Buuuut I do have an amazing personal trainer…
Jason DelaCruz — Powerhouse Gym - Murrieta, CA
he’s the shit!!

26. Do you naturally like taking pictures or is it something you had to learn to enjoy?

Both. I’ve always loved taking pictures, and then randomly I became shy and didnt really enjoy it much. Now I’ve learned to cherish photos…they’re good for looking back on memories :)

27. Do you have a seductive personality?
I have an alluring and magnetic personality :)

28. Have you ever been seducted by a guy because of his car?
Actually, it’s funny you ask that. I will say I am impressed by a man’s car…but other than that it means nothing. It’s a car…yes it’s nice, but it’s not going to win me over! haha I had a guy come up to me while I was out to eat with a friend of mine…I was waiting outside of this upscale restaurant and some guy came up to me and started hitting on me…he continued with the “beep beep” of his car unlocking and asked if I wanted to go for a ride. It was a beautiful Ferrari F430, but I looked at him and laughed. I exclaimed that he could have spent less on another version and gotten more bang for his buck. I continued with my telling him I work in the automotive industry and fancy cars dont phase me unless I’m driving it…or its a HUGELY awaited reveal of a new car…
I was a little bitchy, but shoot I can’t be bought by fancy things!! I’ll buy them myself! :)

29. What kind of car?

It was a Ferrari F430

30. Would you date a guy with no car?
Yes I would…It would make things difficult..But he could have a bike :) Or use public transportation. However, if he had the drive and ambition to possibly purchase one someday and actually did, I would find that very appealing and attractive.

31. How many years do you think McCain has left to live?

I dont know, how many years do you think you have left to live? Or that I have left to live?? Funny thing is, you never know!

33. Do you think Billy Mays can sell anything?
most likely! He sold me some OrangeGlo and that stuff rocks!

34. HOw about a personal photoshoot for us here at THM?
A photoshoot for the website…sure why not!! When Im out in your area, or you if you even want to fly me out :) We’ll keep in touch!

35. Ok ok, last one: ATM?
What are we RiceboyTV now? I’m sure your viewers can figure out the different meanings of the acronym on their own or they can google it! Good luck! :)


Bumblebeast: 2006 STi

November 12th, 2008

Two years ago, Dima rolled an Accord that would make Paul Walker’s character in Fast & The Furious blush.  (Sedan to coupe conversion, anyone?)  It was then that Lady Luck smiled on him… he got a call telling him he’d won a contest he’d forgotten he’d even entered.  Dima had just won a new 2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STi from MTV2 & Midway Games in their L.A. Rush contest.

Not just an new car, but a show-worthy STi.  Lamborghini yellow paint with a purple glitter clear coat, and Bentley black stripes to give it an unmistakable appearance.  Not content to cut corners, MTV had the entire interior recovered in black suede and yellow leather to match.

Being that it was for MTV, the car wouldn’t be complete without a full Eclipse I.C.E. system with double-din navigation, full three way component speakers custom mounted in suede-wrapped door, and extending

into the trunk.  Christmas had definitely come early.

While many would’ve been content to drive a free show car, Dima wanted a track-worthy animal.  That’s when he met up with THMotorsports who couldn’t resist sponsoring the one-of-a-kind Scooby.  Together, they planned out an upgrade path that would give the car as much ‘go’ as it had ’show.’  The first step was to strip the 400lbs worth of fiberglass and subwoofers out of the trunk to resurrect the STi’s superb balance.  (Sorry, Xzibit!)  A set of Stance GR+ Pro coilovers, Cobb swaybars, and Perrin PSRS gave the car Time Attack worthy handling.   The competent four piston Brembos were upgraded with Axxis Ultimates and FTP stainless steel lines.  With carving and stopping covered, the engine was ready to be massaged.

Making 300hp from the factory was respectable, but this car needed to move as fast as it looked and that called for 500hp.  For that kind of power, THMotorsports decided to force fed the stock EJ25 with a Greddy 18G turbo cooled by a Spearco intercooler.

With some impressive supporting hardware from Walbro, HKS, APR, and Power Enterprises, it was time to tune the beast.

After eight hours of quality dyno time spent with a Cobb AccessPort, we were sure every last once of power had been extracted from the car.

Our goal had been met, the car peaked at a blistering 402hp to the wheels.

The Bumble Beast was born.

Will stock Tacoma TRD Bilstein coilovers fit on a Ford Ranger?

November 11th, 2008
coilovers
glocker asked:


I am upgrading my coilovers on my 2002 tacoma and want to know if my old bilsteins will fit on my GFs 2001 Mazda B3000 (same as a ranger) ? Is this Possible?

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how do i fit coilovers?

November 11th, 2008
coilovers
ANDY J asked:


i have got coilovers for my corsa, but im stuck on the front ones. theres no way to bolt them to the car and its driving me mad. ive been told to use my old vauxhall parts on top of the coilover but they wont work whichever way round i put them. help!

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Are coilovers the same as gettting a seperate shock/strut and lowering spring combo?

November 11th, 2008
coilovers
sarmientoatebay asked:


I have a mr2 spyder…
I’m thinking of just getting the coilovers
or buying the springs and struts seperate. Please clarify..
Thanks

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STi vs. EVO?

November 11th, 2008
evo vs. sti
Twsti07 asked:


The battle continues…how do you think it’s going to play out this round all things considered…..looks, performance, etc…

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2006 Lancer EVO vs. 2006 Subaru WRX Sti?

November 11th, 2008
evo vs. sti
Lucky_#13pie asked:


Evo- 286hp, 289tq, 0-60 5.6, 1/4 mi. in 13.7 @ 102mph.

Sti-300hp, 300tq, 0-60 5.5, 1/4 mi. in 13.9 @ 97mph.

both have 18-24 mpg.

evo @ $35,189
Sti @ $32,995

the evo looks better to me. less hp, but overall faster. the Sti more hp, faster in short distance, only .1 seconds though. and that was on cars.com so… it could differ in real life. either could be faster. what do you think is a better car?

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Lancer Vs Impreza?

November 11th, 2008
evo vs. sti
akybolt asked:


I just wanted to know if the Lancer or the Impreza would be a better car to use since I dont have enough money for anything more expensive (considering speed) and do either have AWD (not EVO or WRX/STI)

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Which car is better on reliability, handling, speed, gas & Insurance?

November 11th, 2008
evo vs. sti
Its me asked:


and also cheaper to do mods on…Evo vs.WRX STi

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What would be better for lowering my car? Custom Springs or Coilovers?

November 11th, 2008
coilovers
oscar93927 asked:


I have been wanting to lower my car for several months now.. But every time I ask around what why to drop it would be better I always get different answers… So coilovers or springs

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