Description
Dyno setup: $800. Tuning time: $220 per hour.
The $800 payment reserves your appointment and covers getting your vehicle set up, strapped down, and secured to the dyno. That charge is earned once the vehicle is secured.
Work after that is billed at $220 per hour, with a one-hour minimum, in addition to the $800 setup charge. For example, setup plus one hour of tuning totals $1,020, before any required tuning credits or other applicable costs. The final price depends on the vehicle, required tuning credits, setup and difficulty, and how much work the job requires.
What the setup charge does and does not cover
Paying $800 does not guarantee a completed tune, a power figure, or a particular result. Mechanical or electrical problems may require repairs before tuning can continue.
The $800 payment is nonrefundable. If your vehicle has not been strapped to the dyno, it can remain as credit toward a return tuning session or a different vehicle at a future date. Both credit options apply only before the original vehicle has been strapped to the dyno.
Bring a vehicle that is ready to tune
You are responsible for the condition of your vehicle. Finish the mechanical work and resolve faults before your appointment. A vehicle that is not ready can be turned away.
- Tires must be in good condition and suitable for dyno testing. Wheel studs, wheels, and bodywork must be secure.
- Check oil, coolant, transmission fluid, and other fluid levels. Fix leaks before arriving.
- No misfires or check-engine lights. Sensors and wiring must work correctly.
- Cooling fans, fuel delivery, ignition, and PCV systems must work correctly.
- The transmission and clutch must work correctly and be able to handle testing under load.
Dyno testing puts the vehicle under load and creates high heat. It can expose weak parts or problems that do not show up during ordinary driving. If a problem appears, we may need to stop until it is repaired.
Vehicle fit and fuel
Our Mustang MD-500 is for 2WD vehicles only. Maximum dyno width is 80 inches; wide-stance vehicles may not fit.
Bring at least half a tank of the fuel the vehicle will be tuned for. Use 93 octane unless an E85 or flex-fuel setup has been arranged.
Just want baseline numbers?
Baseline testing is 2–3 dyno pulls with no tuning changes. Contact us for availability and scheduling.
After ordering
Complete the service-request form with your order number, vehicle details, and modifications. Read and sign the service agreement.
Additional shop work
Plan ahead to save time and cost. We are here to tune your vehicle, not complete unfinished builds. If we identify an issue (e.g., faulty sensor), you are welcome to repair it yourself on-site using your own tools (realistically, this usually means working in the parking lot). If you prefer not to handle repairs, our Dyno Prep work is billed at $220/hr. A typical 4-hour prep runs about $880 in labor, with parts billed separately. This service is limited to minor diagnostics and repairs involving electrical systems, engine sensors, fuel, ignition, and cooling systems, or corrections to weak points exposed on the dyno (commonly undersized fuel systems or poor-quality parts). Lead time will vary, and may not be the same day.
Cleanup charge
If your vehicle spills oil, fuel, transmission fluid, coolant, or another fluid on the dyno, a flat $450 cleanup charge applies. This covers cleanup work and supplies. The charge must be paid before your vehicle is released.
At the shop
No spectators by the dyno during runs without a signed waiver. Drop-off is welcome; keys can be left in the after-hours lockbox.