Want to boost my X5
 

I have a 2002 X5 just came off warranty.. and now I was wonder is the bottom end able to handle turbo boost? and if so, how much? I want to twin turbo this truck... I already have a template of a manifold that would fit in there, I just want to know if the stock motor will handle boost?

Well, my gut level response is, yes, but why?

The 3.0 is a fairly strong engine. Bottom end problems aren't common.

Having said that, the 3.0 is not a low-compression engine well-suited to forced induction. It starts out with a fairly high compression ratio. It also has a computerized fuel map for the injection system. It isn't as if the biggest challenge is how to mount the turbo. Twin turbos? Are you thinking of compound (series) turbos for maximum boost, or smaller parallel turbos for reduced throttle lag (a la the new N54)? And after you get more power into the 3.0, you will still have to think about the smaller/lighter transmission of the 3.0, and so on.

Best way to get more power out of a 3.0 is to trade it up. Just my $0.02. But yes, the bottom end is fairly strong.

Supercharger
 

You can go with a supercharger, ESS makes one. Bumps to 334 HP
You can use the TS1 kit for a 330. It will fit with some smaller modifications.
www.esstuning.com
This is the person to contact. Hans Kirkerod
[email protected]

This is the best resource for FI options in the BMW world: http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...play.php?f=150

There are no turbo kits available for the X5 but I would guess you could easily modify an existing 3 series kit to fit.

Eh you can but i must say and agree... Why? why not spend all that money and get something as fast or faster than what that turbo will make it

Figure out a way to stuff a S85 under the hood so I can copy it!

Please! ive only dreamed about this

How do you all know that OP has a 3.0 without any info given? :dunno:
OP, you've just missed the sale from VF Engineering Supercharger kit.