The goal of this project is to swap a Chevy LT1 engine into a Jaguar XJS. This is something I have wanted to do for about 10 years, ever since I read most of Mike Knell’s books on TPI engine swaps (available at Jags That Run).

I didn’t always plan on a Jaguar as the recipient vehicle. At one time or another I considered the following vehicles:

When I did come across a cheap Jaguar, and looked into what was required for the swap, it seemed obvious that the Jaguar was the way to go. I didn't want to do any fabrication, and since I could buy every special-purpose swap part I needed, the path was obvious.

Read on as we execute the plan. Linda created and maintains this site, and I write the copy for it.

Here's Chapter 1, where I discuss the goal and the strategy. Disclaimer: I do a lot of project management at work, so if this website contans a lot of off like PM-speak I apologize. I will try to avoid using terms like "project sponsor" and "takeaway items".