Dyno tuning in the Whitsundays
Tuned and tested on our own Mainline 2WD chassis dyno at 8 Galbraith Park Drive, Cannonvale. Dyno tunes from $850 inc GST.
Quick answer
A dyno tune is engine tuning done on a dynamometer, which holds your car under controlled, repeatable load so the tuner can measure and adjust the engine safely. Elite Fleet Auto has an in-house Mainline 2WD chassis dyno at 8 Galbraith Park Drive, Cannonvale (Whitsundays). It is 2WD only, so AWD/4WD-locked vehicles need a call to check first. Dyno tunes are from $850 inc GST (see prices below); the final price depends on vehicle and setup and we confirm it before we start. Call 07 4948 3204.
Prices · inc GST
Dyno tune prices
| Service | Price (inc GST) | What it covers | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical / old-school tune | From $850 | Tuning for mechanical setups: carburettor fuelling and distributor ignition timing, set on the dyno. | Book / enquire |
| Standard dyno tune (petrol or diesel) | From $1,400 | A reflash of your factory (stock) ECU, petrol or diesel, tuned and checked on the dyno. | Book / enquire |
| European ECU dyno tune | From $1,700 | Tuning for European vehicles' ECUs on the dyno. | Book / enquire |
| Locked or bricked ECU unlock and tune | From $1,700 | For a standard ECU locked by a previous tuner, or a broken or bricked ECU: we unlock or recover it, then tune it on the dyno. | Book / enquire |
| Aftermarket ECU dyno tune | From $1,800 | Tuning a standalone or plug-in aftermarket ECU, such as a Haltech, on the dyno. | Book / enquire |
| Transmission / TCU tune | From $850 ($500 added to an existing tune) | Tuning of the transmission control unit (TCU) to suit your engine tune and use. | Book / enquire |
| Multi-map tune | From $3,200 | More than one tune map on the one ECU, so you can switch between setups. | Book / enquire |
| Dyno power run | $250 | A power run on our dyno to measure where your car is at. | Book / enquire |
| Dyno diagnostic time | $180 | Dyno time to help find a drivability or performance fault under load. | Book / enquire |
Final price depends on vehicle and setup; we confirm before we start. 2WD Mainline dyno.
What it is
What is a dyno tune?
Your engine management (ECU) decides how much fuel to add and when to fire the spark. After modifications, such as a camshaft, cylinder heads, exhaust, intake, or a new ECU, those settings need to change to suit. A dynamometer lets us run the car under controlled, repeatable load, read the engine data, and refine the tune step by step.
Our dyno is a Mainline 2WD chassis dyno (Mainline 600L). It is 2WD only, so AWD/4WD-locked vehicles need a call to check before booking. Because the dyno is in our own workshop, performance jobs are built, tuned and checked under one roof. Results are measured, not guessed.
Recent dyno result
LS1 BMW E30: 403.4 hp / 716.1 Nm on our Mainline 2WD dyno
How it works
The dyno tuning process
- Talk to us first. Tell us the vehicle, engine, ECU and every modification. We confirm what's needed and quote before work starts.
- Check the car. We look for leaks, faults and anything that would make tuning unsafe, and tell you before going further.
- Baseline. The car is strapped to the dyno and run to see where it starts.
- Tune. We adjust the calibration under controlled load, watching the engine data as we go.
- Verify and hand back. We check the result, talk you through it, and the car goes home.
Before you come in
What to bring to a dyno tune
- A 2WD vehicle: our Mainline dyno is 2WD only. AWD or 4WD-locked? Call 07 4948 3204 first to check.
- A healthy car: serviced, no oil, coolant, fuel or exhaust leaks, no warning lights.
- A good battery and a charging system that works.
- The fuel you'll run in the tank (tell us the type and octane).
- Tyres in good condition and at the right pressure.
- A written list of every modification, plus any ECU passwords or previous tune files.
- Your goals: street, towing, track, economy or all-round drivability.
Not sure if the car is ready? Book it in for a check first: diagnostics or mechanical repairs.
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LS1 BMW E30 (“Frankenstein”) on our dyno
Popular with a dyno tune
Performance work we tune
Performance & dyno
Our in-house Mainline dyno
Every performance job is tuned and tested on our in-house Mainline 2WD chassis dyno at the Cannonvale workshop, so results are measured, not guessed. 2WD only: AWD/4WD-locked vehicles, call to check. Dyno tunes from $850 inc GST: see prices.
- Mainline 2WD chassis dyno
- On site in Cannonvale
- 2WD only (AWD/4WD: call)
- Quoted per job
Recent dyno result
LS1 BMW E30: 403.4 hp / 716.1 Nm on our Mainline 2WD dyno
Dyno tuning FAQs
What is a dyno tune?
A dyno tune is engine tuning carried out on a dynamometer. The dyno holds the car at set speeds and loads so the tuner can watch engine data and adjust the engine management (ECU) step by step, instead of guessing on the road.
How much does a dyno tune cost at Elite Fleet Auto?
Dyno tunes start from $850 inc GST. Mechanical / old-school tune from $850; standard dyno tune (petrol or diesel) from $1,400; European ECU dyno tune from $1,700; locked or bricked ECU unlock and tune from $1,700; aftermarket ECU dyno tune from $1,800; transmission / TCU tune from $850, or $500 when added to an existing tune; multi-map tune from $3,200. A dyno power run is $250, and dyno diagnostic time is $180. Final price depends on vehicle and setup; we confirm before we start. Call 07 4948 3204.
Where is your dyno?
On site at our workshop, 8 Galbraith Park Drive, Cannonvale QLD 4802, a few minutes from Airlie Beach. It is a Mainline 2WD chassis dyno (Mainline 600L), so performance work is built, tuned and tested under one roof.
Can you dyno tune AWD or 4WD vehicles?
Our dyno is a Mainline 2WD chassis dyno, so it is 2WD only. If your vehicle is AWD or 4WD with the drive locked (it can't be run in 2WD), call 07 4948 3204 before booking so we can check whether it can go on the dyno.
Do you tune Haltech ECUs?
Yes. We tune Haltech engine management on our in-house dyno. Call us to talk about your setup.
What should I bring to a dyno tune?
A 2WD vehicle (or one that can safely run in 2WD; call first for AWD/4WD-locked vehicles), healthy and serviced, with no leaks or warning lights, a good battery, the fuel you plan to run, and a written list of every modification. See the checklist on this page.
How do I book a dyno tune?
Call 07 4948 3204 (Mon–Thu 8:00–16:30, Fri 8:00–14:30) or send the form on this page with your vehicle details and modifications. We confirm a quote and a booking time before you come in.
Do I need my modifications certified in Queensland?
Some modifications need certification by an Approved Person or approval from the Department of Transport and Main Roads. Rules depend on the vehicle and the change, so check TMR's vehicle modifications page or ask us before you buy parts.
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