History-Making Builds – The First of Their Kind

At Hellcat Swap Shop, we don’t just build engines—we make history. Our custom engine swaps push the boundaries of engineering, fabrication, and innovation.

💥 When other shops say it can’t be done, we make it happen.

🔥 First-Ever History-Making Swaps

📌 1987 Jeep Wagoneer LS Swap – First to Adapt the OEM 4x4 System

  • ✔ Gen 4 5.3L with a 6L80 transmission

  • ✔ Custom adaptation to retain the original Wagoneer transfer case

  • ✔ Solved complex fitment & drivetrain integration challenges

HISTORY MADE: FIRST-EVER LS SWAPPED 1987 JEEP WAGONEER 4X4! 🔥 🔥 John Talor & MasterTech have done it AGAIN! In 2025, we made history with the first-ever Gen 4 GM 5.3 swap in a 1987 Jeep Wagoneer, paired with a 6L80 transmission while adapting to the OEM transfer case to retain full 4x4 capability! This had NEVER been done before—until NOW! 💪🚀 🔧 WHY THIS BUILD IS A HISTORY-BREAKER: 🔥 First-Ever Gen 4 5.3 Swap in a 1987 Jeep Wagoneer! ⚙️ 6L80 Transmission Adapted to the OEM Wagoneer Transfer Case! – Keeping classic 4WD functionality with modern power 🚀 Ultimate Off-Road & Street-Ready Beast – Old-school Jeep with unmatched LS reliability & performance 📜 This isn’t just another swap—this is a GAME-CHANGER. Combining Jeep heritage with GM LS power and a modern 6-speed transmission takes classic off-road performance to the next level! 💥 Want your own record-breaking build? Get on the waitlist NOW at HellcatSwapShop.com!

📌 2008 H3 Hummer LS3 AWD Swap – First of Its Kind

  • ✔ 6.2L LS3 on a 4L70 AWD transmission

  • ✔ Custom fabrication to maintain AWD functionality

  • ✔ First-ever recorded LS3 AWD swap in an H3 Hummer

🚨 🚀 HISTORY MADE: FIRST-EVER LS3 SWAPPED 2008 H3 HUMMER AWD! 🔥 🔥 John Talor & MasterTech have done it AGAIN! In 2024, we made history with the first-ever LS3 swap in a 2008 H3 Hummer, paired with a 4L70 AWD transmission! This had NEVER been done before—until NOW! 💪🚀 🔧 WHY THIS BUILD IS A HISTORY-BREAKER: 🔥 First-Ever LS3 Swap in a 2008 H3 Hummer AWD! ⚙️ 4L70 AWD Transmission Adaptation – True all-wheel-drive capability with LS power! 🚀 Unmatched Power & Off-Road Dominance – A perfect blend of modern performance & rugged capability! 📜 This isn’t just another Hummer swap—this is a GAME-CHANGER. The ability to merge LS3 power, a 4L70 transmission, and AWD functionality makes this build a true one-of-a-kind powerhouse. 💥 Want your own record-breaking build? Get on the waitlist NOW at HellcatSwapShop.com!

📌 1987 Silverado 4x4 LS Swap – First of Its Kind

  • ✔ LS6.0 on a 4L80 transmission, retaining OEM 4WD functionality

HISTORY MADE: FIRST-EVER LS 6.0 SWAPPED 1987 SILVERADO 4X4! 🔥 🔥 John Talor & MasterTech have done it AGAIN! In 2024, we made history with the first-ever LS 6.0 swap in a 1987 Chevy Silverado 4x4, running a 4L80 transmission while retaining the OEM transfer case for true 4WD capability. This had NEVER been done before—until NOW! 💪🚀 🔧 WHY THIS BUILD IS A HISTORY-BREAKER: 🔥 First-Ever LS 6.0 Swap in an ’87 Silverado 4x4 with a 4L80 Transmission! ⚙️ OEM Transfer Case Adaptation – Keeping the classic 4WD setup intact! 🚀 Modern Power Meets Classic Muscle – A true off-road & street-performance beast! 📜 This isn’t just another swap—this is a GAME-CHANGER. The ability to merge LS 6.0 power, a 4L80 transmission, and the OEM 4WD system sets a new standard for classic truck builds. 💥 Want your own legendary build? Get on the waitlist NOW at HellcatSwapShop.com!


📌 1986 Chevy C10 4x4 LS2 Swap – Breaking Boundaries

  • ✔ First-ever LS2 swap in a 1986 C10 with a 4L65 transmission

  • ✔ Maintained the OEM transfer case for 4WD

  • ✔ Full custom fabrication to integrate drivetrain components


HISTORY MADE: FIRST-EVER LS2 SWAPPED 1986 C10 4X4! 🔥#engineswaps #lsswap #chevytruck

📌 1985 OBS Chevy Tahoe LT Swap – First of Its Kind

  • ✔ Gen 5 LT L86 6.2L with an 8-speed 4WD

  • ✔ Complete drivetrain integration & fabrication

  • ✔ First-ever recorded LT swap in a two-door Tahoe

HISTORY MADE: FIRST-EVER LT-SWAPPED 1995 TAHOE 2-DOOR 4X4! 🔥 🚀 John Talor has done it AGAIN! In 2023, MasterTech made history with the FIRST-EVER OBS Chevy 1995 Tahoe 2-door 4x4 featuring a GM Gen 5 LT L86 6.2L engine and an 8-speed 4WD automatic transmission with electric shift! This had NEVER been done before—until NOW. 💪🔥 🔧 WHY THIS BUILD BROKE HISTORY: 🔥 First OBS 1995 Tahoe 2-Door 4x4 to Receive a Gen 5 LT L86 6.2 Swap! ⚙️ Paired with an 8-Speed 4WD Automatic Transmission w/ Electric Shift! 🚀 Unmatched Power, Precision, and Off-Road Performance! 📜 Another FIRST in automotive history. John Talor is redefining what’s possible, proving that if it’s never been done, that just means it’s waiting to happen. This OBS Chevy build is a game-changer—a mix of modern muscle, classic style, and all-terrain dominance. 💥 Want your own history-breaking build? Hit up HellcatSwapShop.com & get on the waitlist NOW!

📌 1986 Jaguar XJS LS Swap – First-Ever Done

  • ✔ 5.7L LS1 in a classic British performance car

  • ✔ Custom engine mounts & drivetrain modifications

  • ✔ First-ever LS swap in an XJS, fully functional & tuned

BREAKING AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY: FIRST-EVER LSX SWAPPED 1986 JAGUAR XJS! 🚨 🔥 John Talor strikes again! In 2022, John made history with the FIRST-EVER LSX-swapped 1986 Jaguar XJS—a project that pushed the boundaries of engineering and performance. This isn’t just an engine swap; it’s a masterpiece of power, precision, and innovation. 💪💥 🔧 WHAT MAKES THIS BUILD A HISTORY-BREAKER? 🔥 5.7L LS1 Swap – Classic British Luxury Meets American Muscle ⚙️ Extreme LSX Power – Unmatched Performance in a Jaguar XJS 🚀 First of Its Kind – No Other Like It on the Internet! 📜 This isn’t just a build—it’s a revolution. Taking an iconic Jaguar and transforming it into a brutal LS-powered beast was never done before… until now. Performance, luxury, and raw power all in one legendary ride. 💥 Want to make history with your own extreme LS swap? Get on the waitlist at HellcatSwapShop.com NOW!


📌 1990 Porsche 911 LS3 Swap – Never Done Before

  • ✔ First-ever LS3 swap into a classic Porsche 911

  • ✔ Custom engine mounts, transmission adaptation, and cooling modifications

  • ✔ Designed for performance without compromising handling balance

HISTORY MADE: THE FIRST-EVER LS3 SWAPPED 1990 PORSCHE 911! 🔥 🚀 This is where history was made. In 2022, John Talor accomplished what had NEVER been done before—the world’s FIRST LS3-swapped 1990 Porsche 911! 🏁 This wasn’t just a build—it was a pioneering moment in performance history. 📜 This isn’t just a car—it’s a piece of history. The first-ever LS3 Porsche 911 swap that pushed boundaries, and proved that ANYTHING is possible when horsepower meets innovation. 💥 Want your own history-making build? Hit us up at HellcatSwapShop.com & get on the waitlist!


📌 2000 Dodge Dakota AWD LS3 Swap – First Ever

  • ✔ 6.2L LS3 with a 6L80 AWD transmission

  • ✔ No pre-made swap kits—fully custom fabricated

  • ✔ Maintained AWD functionality, breaking new ground for Dakota swaps

BREAKING AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY: FIRST-EVER AWD LS3 SWAPPED 2000 DODGE DAKOTA! 🚨 🔥 John Talor made history AGAIN! In 2024, we unleashed the FIRST EVER 2000 Dodge Dakota with a 6.2L LS3 all-wheel-drive swap, powered by a 6L80 transmission! This has NEVER been done before—until NOW. 💪🚀 🔧 WHY THIS BUILD IS A HISTORY-BREAKER: 🔥 First-Ever AWD LS3-Swapped 2000 Dodge Dakota! ⚙️ 6.2L LS3 Paired with a 6L80 AWD Transmission for Ultimate Grip & Power! 🚀 Unmatched Speed, Traction & Performance – A True One-of-One Build! 📜 Once again, MasterTech is pushing the boundaries of performance and innovation. This isn’t just a swap—it’s an engineering breakthrough that proves nothing is impossible when horsepower meets determination. 💥 Want to be part of automotive history? Get on the waitlist at HellcatSwapShop.com NOW!

📌 Oldsmobile 442 Cutlass LS3 Swap – Over 500 HP Monster

  • ✔ Hot-cammed LS3 paired with a 4L80 transmission

  • ✔ First recorded LS3 Cutlass swap surpassing 500 HP

  • ✔ Custom performance tuning for maximum power and reliability

🚨 BREAKING AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY: FIRST-EVER LS3 SWAPPED CUTLASS 442 WITH 500+ HP! 🚨 🔥 John Talor has done it AGAIN! In 2024, MasterTech made history by unleashing the FIRST-EVER LS3-swapped Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 pushing over 500 horsepower! This classic muscle car now roars with modern power, ultimate reliability, and street-shredding performance! 💪💥 🔧 WHY THIS BUILD IS A GAME-CHANGER: 🔥 LS3 Swap with a 4L80 Transmission – Built for Pure Power & Strength ⚙️ Hot Cammed to Over 500 HP – The Ultimate Muscle Upgrade! 🚀 Classic Meets Modern – Legendary Cutlass 442 with Next-Level Performance! 📜 This isn’t just another LS swap—this is a HISTORY-MAKER. The first-ever hot-cammed LS3 Cutlass 442 with a 4L80 transmission that pushes the limits of what’s possible. 💥 Want a legendary build like this? Get on the waitlist at HellcatSwapShop.com NOW!


🔥 Why These Builds Matter

✔ No pre-made kits. No guides. Just raw engineering and problem-solving.

✔ First of their kind on the internet—trailblazing swaps never done before.

✔ Proven track record of pushing boundaries in the industry.

💥 When people say it’s impossible, we prove them wrong.

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