Engine swaps make the world a better place -- there’s no question about that. Have an old Mazda Miata and want to go fast? Easy! Slap a V8 under the hood and you’ve solved your performance problem.

Engine swaps usually add power – usually. The Life OD crew, hailing from the Pacific Northwest, is known for two things: getting sideways in a hurry, and possessing an unquenchable thirst for ...