At 83 years old, Pete Aardema, a seasoned engineer, and machinist Kevin Brauns have teamed up to create an extraordinary homemade 5-liter V12 engine built entirely from raw materials. Their ambitious project aims to push the limits of engineering and performance, with the V12 engine designed to rev up to an astonishing 11,500 RPM. Crafted with precision and passion, this cutting-edge engine is a testament to their decades of expertise and dedication to high-performance racing technology.
The duo's ultimate goal is to set new land speed records at the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats, where the pursuit of speed is as much about innovation as it is about raw horsepower. With the engine's unique design and unmatched craftsmanship, Aardema and Brauns are hoping to make history and redefine what’s possible in the world of racing and engineering. This homemade V12 is not just a machine – it’s a dream brought to life, blending decades of knowledge with a relentless desire to break boundaries.