The Beginning

I've started this blog to share the progress of my latest build. Just as the title says, a 5.0 Liter BMW. More specifically a Ford 302 Windsor and an E36 BMW. With the rock solid platform of the E36, dropping in a "reliable" Ford 302 should prove to be a solid perfomer on and off the track. In other words, it should be a riot to drive at the edge of reason. With e36v8.com's guide as the basis for the build, we will need to customize to achieve some of our goals.

"Why didnt you use a Chevy 350?!" Because its a shit engine. Just kidding. Its Cost. We would prefer the Chevy LSX series of engine, but mounts and custom solutions will run us upwards of $5k not factoring the cost of the donor car and engine. Just check out e36v8.com for all the reasons this makes more sense.

Our goals, in order of importance:
1. Don't get divorced.
2. Dont kill Taylor.
3. 400 WHP @ 2500lbs (wet).
4. Pass the California BAR Certification.

I dont know why we are even attempting number 4, but we like to think of it as a challenge.

Anyway, we'll be updating when we can.

-Jirs & T-Dot