Godinez
12-01-2008, 11:36:00
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Let’s get a few things straight before this article continues on. Our beloved friend
Drew McLaughlin was seriously injured in his car 3 weeks ago in a horrible crash that left basically most of his car in complete ruins. Luckily, Drew had installed a roll cage a few months prior and had escaped with his life, but not without the cost of severe injury. So while this article should focus on the car and all the super aftermarket and custom goodies it has, we’re going to take a closer look at who Drew is, and how you can help him.
Unlike most car enthusiasts who have a shop work on their car, Drew spent every waking minute in his body shop (thanks to Roosevelt Body) working morning and night and sometimes in between. There was never a moment when he wasn’t trying to do something new and innovative to his car to make it stand out over any VW out there. His dedication to life didn’t end with his car, he also spent as much time with his friends and family as he could and it shows through in his character.
The night of his accident is surrounded by rumors and while the truth may never be known on what exactly happened, you should ask yourself, does it matter? Drew is currently at a hospital here in Seattle where he is recovering after being taken off life support. His road to recovery is looking very well, but it is not without complications and a long journey. While we live in a glorious country, his insurance will only last so long, so we are asking you to donate what you can to his recovery and to help his spirits in getting back in the car when he’s ready.
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SPECS
Engine:
1.8T four-cylinder 20v w/ Revo Software, Greddy Profec B Spec II EBC, Garrett GT28RS Turbo, ATP Exhaust Manifold, ATP Downpipe with V-Band clamp, Stainless, oil and coolant lines, 3” GHL cat-back exhaust, 10mm Manifold to turbo studs, 415cc Genesis Injectors, ECS Spacers, Walbro 255lph in-line fuel pump, B&M fuel pressure gauge, Custom polished stainless intake/inlet, Custom polished stainless intercooler piping, ATP silicone, Machined map flange, Custom Hybrid , intercooler, Several hand polished parts
Suspension:
19x8 (front) 19x8.5 (rear) Algernon Division Intelesse II split rims, Dunlop SP Sport 215/35/ZR19(front) 225/35/ZR19(rear) Tires, FK silverline coilovers,
FK polished front strut tower brace, ABD front sway bar 25mm, ABD rear sway bar 28mm, Adaptit USA 20mm 5x100 to 5x114.3 adapters, ECS stage 5 Brakes, Six Pot Cayenne calipers, ECS grooved and drilled two-piece discs, Steel front brake hoses, Red TT rear calipers, ECS Rear carrier spacers, Racing Blue brake fluid
Mintex Rear pads, Diesel Geek short shifter and Panzer plate sump guard
Exterior:
Custom Glasurit Reflex silver paint w/ larger flakes and red pearl., Custom molded Kamei grill into bumper, Smoothed front bumper strips, Molded 337 Chin Spoiler, Erased bumper side markers, Modified bumper and valance to be one large scoop, Saved recess for bumper grilles, Boser Hood, Shaved hatch emblem,
Molded Caractere hatch blend, Shaved rear bumper strips, Moldedd 337 rear valance, Molded in EuroGear R32 side skirts, Shaved side moldings, Shaved side , repeaters, Sahved rear wiper, Votex Hatch spoiler, Rolled arches, Blacked out B Pillars, OEM Euro HID’s, OEM Euro Ocean tail lights, PIAA wiper blades
Interior:
Ultra Suede Headliner and ABC pillars, Status Racing carbon fiver Monte Carlo Seats, Black Willans 5-Point 3” Harnesses, Momo hub adapter, NRG carbon quick release, Momo Jet steering wheel, Greddy Boost Controller flush mounted, Nu-Image silver dash gauge faces, Innovate wide-band air/fuel ratio gauge, Dual Column mount gauge pod, Evolution din gauge pod, Autometer boost gauge/EGT/oil pressure, OEM jetta vents, Aluminum dash kit, shift boot and ebrake handle, Back Seats removed
ICE:
Kenwood DVD 6.5” touch-screen, 3x JL W3 Tens, JL 500/1 Mono Amp, JL 300/4 Amp, Focal 6.5” Components (2x), Streetwires capacitor distribution block, Custom Fiberglass sub and amp rack, Sub box color matched
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Let’s get a few things straight before this article continues on. Our beloved friend
Drew McLaughlin was seriously injured in his car 3 weeks ago in a horrible crash that left basically most of his car in complete ruins. Luckily, Drew had installed a roll cage a few months prior and had escaped with his life, but not without the cost of severe injury. So while this article should focus on the car and all the super aftermarket and custom goodies it has, we’re going to take a closer look at who Drew is, and how you can help him.
Unlike most car enthusiasts who have a shop work on their car, Drew spent every waking minute in his body shop (thanks to Roosevelt Body) working morning and night and sometimes in between. There was never a moment when he wasn’t trying to do something new and innovative to his car to make it stand out over any VW out there. His dedication to life didn’t end with his car, he also spent as much time with his friends and family as he could and it shows through in his character.
The night of his accident is surrounded by rumors and while the truth may never be known on what exactly happened, you should ask yourself, does it matter? Drew is currently at a hospital here in Seattle where he is recovering after being taken off life support. His road to recovery is looking very well, but it is not without complications and a long journey. While we live in a glorious country, his insurance will only last so long, so we are asking you to donate what you can to his recovery and to help his spirits in getting back in the car when he’s ready.
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SPECS
Engine:
1.8T four-cylinder 20v w/ Revo Software, Greddy Profec B Spec II EBC, Garrett GT28RS Turbo, ATP Exhaust Manifold, ATP Downpipe with V-Band clamp, Stainless, oil and coolant lines, 3” GHL cat-back exhaust, 10mm Manifold to turbo studs, 415cc Genesis Injectors, ECS Spacers, Walbro 255lph in-line fuel pump, B&M fuel pressure gauge, Custom polished stainless intake/inlet, Custom polished stainless intercooler piping, ATP silicone, Machined map flange, Custom Hybrid , intercooler, Several hand polished parts
Suspension:
19x8 (front) 19x8.5 (rear) Algernon Division Intelesse II split rims, Dunlop SP Sport 215/35/ZR19(front) 225/35/ZR19(rear) Tires, FK silverline coilovers,
FK polished front strut tower brace, ABD front sway bar 25mm, ABD rear sway bar 28mm, Adaptit USA 20mm 5x100 to 5x114.3 adapters, ECS stage 5 Brakes, Six Pot Cayenne calipers, ECS grooved and drilled two-piece discs, Steel front brake hoses, Red TT rear calipers, ECS Rear carrier spacers, Racing Blue brake fluid
Mintex Rear pads, Diesel Geek short shifter and Panzer plate sump guard
Exterior:
Custom Glasurit Reflex silver paint w/ larger flakes and red pearl., Custom molded Kamei grill into bumper, Smoothed front bumper strips, Molded 337 Chin Spoiler, Erased bumper side markers, Modified bumper and valance to be one large scoop, Saved recess for bumper grilles, Boser Hood, Shaved hatch emblem,
Molded Caractere hatch blend, Shaved rear bumper strips, Moldedd 337 rear valance, Molded in EuroGear R32 side skirts, Shaved side moldings, Shaved side , repeaters, Sahved rear wiper, Votex Hatch spoiler, Rolled arches, Blacked out B Pillars, OEM Euro HID’s, OEM Euro Ocean tail lights, PIAA wiper blades
Interior:
Ultra Suede Headliner and ABC pillars, Status Racing carbon fiver Monte Carlo Seats, Black Willans 5-Point 3” Harnesses, Momo hub adapter, NRG carbon quick release, Momo Jet steering wheel, Greddy Boost Controller flush mounted, Nu-Image silver dash gauge faces, Innovate wide-band air/fuel ratio gauge, Dual Column mount gauge pod, Evolution din gauge pod, Autometer boost gauge/EGT/oil pressure, OEM jetta vents, Aluminum dash kit, shift boot and ebrake handle, Back Seats removed
ICE:
Kenwood DVD 6.5” touch-screen, 3x JL W3 Tens, JL 500/1 Mono Amp, JL 300/4 Amp, Focal 6.5” Components (2x), Streetwires capacitor distribution block, Custom Fiberglass sub and amp rack, Sub box color matched
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